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0 A er 14g . � � Itc'6�/l &72,r ` GE14ERAL MUNICIPAL ELEC April 8, 1980 J . Account Number 141221 Messengers - $5.00 per hour, 21d per mile John Pitts, '124-8th Street, Apt 1, H.B... . . . . . . . . . . .. . ...129 miles, 17 hrs $ 112.09 Jon Pitts, Jr., 124-8th Street, Apt 1 , H.B. . .. .. .. .. . . . .. 75 miles. . 7 hrs 50.75 Reg Pate, 522-14th Street, H.B..... . .. . ... . .. . . ... ... . . . 71 miles. .22 hrs 124.91 Richard Coplin, P. 0. Box 227, H.B....... .. ... .... .. . ... .121 miles. .17 hrs . 110.41 Maurice Manley, 18112 Freshwater Circle.. . . ... .. .. .. . . .... ......... 2 hrs 10.00 Total 408. 5 Receiving. Board - $5.00 per hour Patti Jewett, 17072 Pacific Coast Highway,. #101 , H.B........... ... .. 3 hrs 15.00 Mona Terrill, 15682 Wilson Street, Midway City.. ...... . . ....... ....... 3 hrs 15.00 Dan Villella, 5902 Padua Drive, H.8.. . .. . . . ... . . .. ..... . . . . . . . . . .. . . 3 hrs 15.00 Pat Tessier, 9426 El Camino Avenue, F.V.. . . .. . . . .. . ... . . .. . . . . .. .. .. . hrs 15.00 60.00 Duplication Board - $5.00 per hour Margie Cook, 7145 Little Harbor..,. . ,.. . .. . . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . .. . . ... . 22 hrs 12.50 • Gisela Campagne, 8111 Wadebridge Circle.. . . .. . . ... . . . .. ..:. . ... .... . 22 hrs 12.50 Total 25.00 Inspection Board - $5.00 per hour Arlene Dayton, 6100 Edinger Avenue, Apt 705, H.B...... .. . .. . . . . . .... . 22 hrs 12.50 Sandy Mears, 3062 Taylor Way, C.M.. ... . . .. .. ... .... . ... . . .. . . . . .. .. 22 hrs 12.50 June Allen, 2400 Holly Lane, N.B.. ...... . . . ... .. ..... . .. . . ... . .. . .. .. 22 hrs 12.50 Lorna Etter, 12151 Nieta Drive, G.G.... . . . . .. . . . .. .. .. .. ..... . . .... . 22 hrs 12.50 Juiietta Lewis, 7561 Center Avenue,. #31 , H.B. .. . . .. .. . .. .. ..... ... .. 22 hrs 12.50 Mark Ambrozich, 222-16th Street, H.B... . . . . . .. . . . .. . . ... ... .. ... .. .. 22 hrs 12.50 Betty Walker, 1705 Aspenwood, H..B. ... . .. .. .. . . . . .. . . . .. . .. .... .. .... 22 hrs 12.50 Virginia R. Segelson, 303-13th Street... .. . . . .. .. .. ... . . . . . . . . .. ... 22 hrs 12.50 Judy Scott, 9850 Garfield, H.B........ .. .. .. .. .... ..... . ... .. .. . . . . 22 hrs 12.50 Jackie Albacore, 9692 Albacore, H.B.. . 22 hrs 12.50 Elsie. Bennie, 9850 Garfield, Sp. 132, H.B. ... . .. ..... ... . .. .. . .. . ... 22 hrs 12.50 Helen Bodenbender, 813-13th Street, H.B.. . . . . .. . ....... .. .... . .. . ... 22 hrs 12.50 Iva Kinum, 7671 Quebec Drive, H.B.. .. .. . .. . . ..... . ..... . ... . .. . .. . 22 hrs 12.50 Don Shaw, 9611 Port Clyde Drive, H.B... . .. . . . 22 hrs . 12.50 Tory Robinson, 6441 Govin Circle, H.B. . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . 22 hrs 1?.50 Total 187.50 Absentee Board - $400 per hour Louise Woodruff, P. 0. Box 2314, H.B. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . .... .. ... . . . . 22 hrs 12.50 Ellen Dunn, 17302 Almelo Lane, H.B.... . . . . . . ... . ... . . . .. . .. .... . . . . . 22 hrs 12.50 Glen Davison, 15582 Pelican, H.B. .. . .. .. . . ... . . . . . . ... . . . .. . . . . . . .. . 9 hrs 45.00 Total 70.00 Office Help - $4.95 per hour Charlotte Dull , 1917 N. Alabama Street.... . .. . ... .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 236 hrs 1 ,307.19 Rosalyn Romero, 7766 Garfield Street, H. B.. .. .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 1062 hrs 527.19 Tracy Schubert, 18112 Freshwater Circle, H.B... .. . ... .. . . . . . . . . . . .. 482 hrs 240.08 Cindy Schubert, 18112 Freshwater Circle, H.B. .. . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . ... 28 hrs 138.60 Jo Smith, 15571 Pelican Lane, H.B. . . .. . . .. .. .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . .. . .. 52 hrs 27.50 . Total 2,240..56 Page #2 - General Munit, I Election April 8, 1980 - Account No. 141221 DATA PitUCESSIdG - Personnel Garys i ..... . .. .... . . . . . .. .... . . . . . .. ... . . ... . . .1 .5 hrs. . . . . . . . . . . 16.25 Lois Spaulding.. ::: "* ***- - * 151 .73 John Woodruff. .... . . .. .. .. ........... . .. .. . . . . . . . .. ....6.7�hrs. . . . . . . . . . . 90.58 Ken Blenderman. . . .. . .. .. . ....... .... . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . . . .5.6 hrs. .. . . .. . . . . 82.32 SarahAughton.. . . . .. . ... .. .. .... . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.5 hrs. .. . . .. . . . . 50.74 Burroughs Field Engineer.. ... ...... . .. .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . ..62 hrs. . . . . .. . . . . 618.00 Advent Field Engineer... ...... .. . .... .. . . . . ... . ..... .... . ..... . . .. ... . . .. 270.00 Total 1 ,279.b2 Security Personnel $8.64 per hour C. Urayer, 2000 Main Street, H.B. .. . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . . ..2 hrs.. . . . . . . . . . . . 17.2b L. Merrideth, 2000 Main Street, H.B... . . . . .. . . . . . . .2 hrs.. . . . .. ... . . . . 17.28 M. Springer, 2000 Main Street, H.B... . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 hrs. . . . .. . . . . . . 17.28 Total 51:.84 Precinct Board Workers - See Attached Sheet I Inspectors - 66 @ $35.00 per day and, if applicable, $5.00 for attending meeting.. ..... ..... .......... ........ . .... . .. 2 Judges and Clerks - 197 @ $30.00 per day and, if applicable, $5.00 for attendingmeeting... .. .o. . .. oo.o4i00000000 *00000000000 . . . . . . . . .. ? 00 Total 8,540.00 Polling Places - See Attached Sheet II Rental of 15 Polling Places @ $25.00 per Precinct... . .. . o . .. o . . . ooe * *o* . . 375.00 Equipment Voting booth repairs. .. ........ . .... . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . .. . . . . . . 2,816.40 FPPCAct - 4 volumes...... .... ........ .. . . . . . .. . .... . . . . . .. . .. . . .. .. . .. . . . . 75.00 Election Manual Up-dates...oo..Io... . .. .000000essoolos00000000eo , 00i0000000eoe 11.66 1980 Edition California Election Code... . . . .. . .. . 19.50 Cable- computer terminal installation. . .. .. .. . ... e. . . .. . . . o : 191..94 Totale 3,114.50 SERVICES Martin & Chapman Company. .... ... .. . ... . . . . . ... . . . . ..... . .. .. .. . .. :. . . .. . ... 18,809.17 Clark - Spanish translation. .. ... . .... . . . . :.. . .... . ... . .. .. 385.06 Master Blue Print. ..... . .... . .. . .... .. . .. . . .. .. . ... . . ...: . . .. . .. . . . . . . . 64.59 Huntington Beach Blueprint.e.. . . ... . ... . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .< . . . :. .<. .... . . .. . > . . . 45.58 United States Post Office.. .... 000.o.. . . o - o... . . o . o —eefoo— 000ses0000 7,738.20 West Orange Publishing Company.... . . ... . . . .. . . .. .. . . . . . .: .. .. . . .... . . . .. . 386.26 DPW - delivery of booths.. .......oo-o - o .. . ... . . o . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. .. . . . . 184.03 Total 27,61 L.B33 GRAND TOTAL... ............ . . ... .... .... . . . ... ... .. . . . .. . .. . . .. .. .... . . . . . .. .$ 43,965.01 icia M. Wentworth, City Clerk League of California Cities Sacramento, California December 1, 1981 T0.- CITY CLERKS FROM: CL.ARK GOECKER, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR SUBJECT: CHANGE IN ELECTION DATE - SB 230 til the passage of SB 230 (Schmitz), Chapter 1013, 1981 Statutes, general law citi" were quired to hold their general municipal election on the second Tuesday in ril of each even- rnbered year, while charter cities have the freedom to set their In election dates. SB 230 permits general Ia ities to consolidate the general unicipal election.with the . State primary (June of even-n bered years), the Stat general election (November of even-numbered years) or the unifor district ele on day (November of odd-numbered years). Under the provisions of S8 230, th city council if i fishes to change its election c_}.; must adopt an ordinance whic era must be approved by t board of supervisors. 'Within 30 days after the ordina e becomes operative, the city clerk fl mail a notice to ali registered voters inf ruing them of the change of election date. For a num r of years, many general law cities have wished to consolidate their ctions for t primary purposes of increasing voter turnout and,reducing the costs for conduct e election. The experience of the 18 charter cities that have consolidated their elections does suggest that cost.savings can be realized and that voter participation in the city election is higher than before the consolidation. Advantages and Disadvantages of Consolidation. Presented below are some .of .tile advantages and disadvantages of a city consolidating its election. Obviously these` advantages and disadvantages will vary in importance frorn city to city. It is important, however, that the city weigh carefully these points before changing; the election date. HEADQUARTERS 1400 K STREET,SACRAMENTO 95814 (916)444-5790 CONFERENCE FIEFI aTRATION OFFICE FEDERAL AFFAIRS OFFICE BOUTt#EAN CALIFORNIA OFFICE x:G�EMCN �t�KEl.EW 94705 �Ot PENtUSYIVA[dIA AVE,N.W„SUITE 600,WASHINGTON,D.C.20004 900 WILSHIRE BLVD_St TE 702,!, ANGEL"E'S 40©t'l 0 tad i#43-3i7g:3 j20;?}626-31C78 (212)�,24-4934 - ADVANTAGES: I. increase Voter Turnout.. city elections can attract higher voter turnout through consolidation. Historically, turnout for municipal elections has been below that of the state primary election and of the state general election. By consolidating with one of these elections, a city would gain the benefit of the higher voter turnout attracted by these elections. Of the . charter cities contacted which have consolidated with the state primary or general election, all achieved higher voter turnouts through consolidation. Such'increases are not as apparent when elections are consolidated with local elections in November of odd-numbered years; however, this varies from city to city. r 2. 'Potential Cost in S. Cities may, realize dollar savings through consolidation. Consolidation with an election that is already taking place allows costs to be cut, since the expense of hiring poll workers and renting polling places for a separate nun cipal election can be eliminated, and such functions as printing ballots and publishing polling places can be consolidated and performed more efficiently. County charges to a city for its share of the expenses of a consolidated election would therefore likely be less than city costs for a separate municipal election. However, it is important that the city carefully compare its own cost for conducting the election with a specific cost quotation received from the county. 3. Voter Convenience. Consolidation of elections may be more convenient to. the voter. Elimination of a separate -municipal election would mean less trips that a voter would have to take to the polls. Consolidation would also allow voters to concentrate on all of the issues at once, rather than having to take the time to investigate political issues on separate occasions. If voting is made more convenient, then perhaps more citizens will go to the trouble of voting. 4. Creates a, Better Connection Between. Local Issues and Higher Elected Officials' Involvement. Since under consolidation citizens would be voting on local issues at the same time they would be voting for higher elected officials, voters 'night make a better connection between the local issues and the involvement of higher officials in those issues. This could force county, state, and federal representatives to be more responsive to city needs. .5. Relieves City Clerks from Sometimes Burdensome Work. Consolidation would shift some of the election work to the county, thereby relieving, city clerks from part of the sometimes burdensome administrative work involved in running an election. This work is primarily routine, and is often a problem for clerks in small cities whose offices are not set up to handle the flood of work involve) in the administration of an election. it is important before adopting the ordinance to clarify which tasks the county will undertake and which responsibilities the city clerk will retain. 6. More Appropriate Timing. Budgeting follows closely behind the April election date, and newly elected council members may be unfamiliar witil the city government to make significant contributions to the budgeting process. With this in rnind, a November election date may be more appropriate. DISADVANTAGES: 1. Decreases Media Coverage of City Issues. With consolidated elections, city issues and candidates might take a back seat to other election campaign coverage in the local media. Media coverage might tend to focus on more glamorous state and national issues rather than city issues. 2. Decreases Availability of Campaign Resources. Consolidation might force city candidates to compete with higher office candidates for resources, decreasing their ability to attract campaign volunteers and money donations. 3. Decreases Familiarity With City Issues. With consolidated elections, other, issues and candidates might attract attention of the voter at the expense of city issues, resulting in less familiarity with city issues among citizens. 4. Injects Partisan Politics. If municipal elections were consolidated with partisan elections, it might have the effect of injecting partisan politics into municipal non- partisan elections. 5. Interferes With City Candidates' Involvement in Higner Office Candidates' Campaigns. With consolidated elections, city candidates might not wish to work in or endorse campaigns of higher office candidates who were running at the sarne time. This could have the effect of making such higher elected officials less Sect ion I@I POSIT I ON STATE MEN T POSITION STATEMENT FINAL REPORT' OF PROPOSED IZIXTSIONS CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE October 25 , 1977 PHILOSOPHY OF THE COMMITTEE The Charter Revision Committee has concluded that many of the provisions in the current Charter contain subjects that would better be handled through ordinances or resolutions . Thus , the Charter will contain necessary safeguards for good government , but will also allow flexibility for the Council to set policies which will allow the most efficient and effective manner of man- aging the City at any point in time . If the Committee ' s recommend- ations are implemented, the City Council will need to adopt appropriate ordinances and resolutions in order to complete the task of charter revision. The Committee has also strived to eliminate ambiguities in the Charter through using clear , concise language so that all who read it will know exactly what it means . PROPOSED CHARTER REVISIONS Not only has the Charter Revision Committee removed certain sections from the proposed Charter, but it has also made some changes and added some provisions which Committee members believe will improve City government. Many changes are merely "housekeeping'.' items which have been changed to conform with present law or to clarify meanings . Listed below, however, are some of the major proposed changes which we would like to bring to your attention. It must be emphasized that only by reading the actual proposed charter it- self can all the Charter changes be noted. CITY COUNCIL 1 . Proposed Section 301 . City Council Term. The Committee re- commends that no person be elected as a member of the City Council for more than two consecutive terms and no person who has been a member for more than two years of a term to which some other person was elected a member shall be elected to the City Council more than one further consecutive term. This section would apply to persons currently members of the City Council . Final Report 2 October 25 , 1977 Charter Revision II . Proposed Section 301 . City Council Composition. The current City Charter provides that Council members be elected at large . After studying this issue , the Charter Revision Committee recommends retention of elections at large , rather than the establishment of districts . III . Proposed Section 303. Compensation and Expenses . This section would allow the members of the City Council to receive compensation for their services as determined by the following schedule , which presently applies to general law cities . Population Monthly Salary (a) 150 ,000 to and including 200 ,000 $400 (b) Over 200 ,000 to and including 250 ,000 $500 (c) Over 250,000 $600 . The Committee recommends that the Mayor receive an addit- ional $100 monthly stipend to supplement his salary. In Addition, each member of the City Council would receive re- imbursement . on order of the City Council for Council author- ized traveling and other expense when on official duty upon submission of itemized expense accounts . A provision in. the first draft allowing 5% annual increases has been deleted. IV. Proposed Section 304 . Meetings and Location. The Committee proposed that in the event of an emergency affecting the public peace, health or safety, a special meeting may be called with less than twenty- four hours written notice, provided that the nature of the emergency is set forth in the minutes of the meeting. A provision in the first draft which allowed out of town meetings as long as no action was taken has been deleted. V. Proposed Section 306 . Presiding Officer. The present Charter provides that the Mayor shall be elected by the City Council members . The Charter Revision Committee recommends retention of this procedure as opposed to a Mayor being directly elected. by the voters . CITY ATTORNEY I . Proposed Section 310 . City Attorney Composition. The present charter provides t at t- .e City Attorney be elected by the qualified voters of the City at large . The Committee recommends that the position remain elective . II . Proposed Section 312 . City Attorney Compensation. This section states twat the--City Attorneys compensation and fringe benefits shall be fixed by the City Personnel Commission effective the beginning of each fiscal year based on objective criteria for Final Report Charter Revision 3. October 2S , 1977 the position. After an election or during a term of office , the compensation of the City Attorney shall not be reduced nor shall fringe benefits be diminished below the fringe benefits normally enjoyed by department heads . Elected City Treasurer. The Charter Revision Committee recommends that the elected City Treasurer position be eliminated as the duties. he performs (investments , risk manager , animal licensing) can be handled by other departments . .Proposed Sections 313, 314 and 315 . Elected City Comptroller. The Committee believes there is a need for an elected official who is responsible to the people to be the "watchdog" over the internal operations of the City. This person would be empowered to not only conduct financial and operational audits , but also to perform management studies . The elected :City Comptroller would be required to submit monthly reports to the .City' Council as well as an open annual report to the people.. This proposed section also requires that Council provide reasonable staff and budgetary support necessary for the performance of the . Comptroller' s . duties . His compensation shall be established yearly by the Personnel Commission in the same manner as the City Attorney' s compensation. In the first draft , the City Comptroller was re- ferred to as the City Auditor. Proposed Section 317. Conflict of Interest . A section has been proposed which states the City Council s-hall adopt .. or approve rules . and regulations regulating conflict of interest and promoting fair dealing in all City business . This is intended to be con- sistent with the obligations of the . City Council under Proposition 9 and the rules of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Proposed Section 401 . City Administrator' s Powers and Duties . The present Charter allows the City Administrator to appoint or remove department heads only after reviewing such action with Council and receiving their approval . After study , the Charter Revision Committee proposed retaining this requirement .. Proposed Section 402 . Acting City Administrator. The current charter states . that the City Administrator shall appoint , subject to the approval of Council., one of the other officers or department heads to serve as Acting City Administrator in his absence . Re- cognizing the need to have an Acting City Administrator when the Administrator is gone for a few days and prior Council approval to appoint a particular person has not been obtained, the committee suggests the following wording : During any temporary absence or disability of the City Administrator, the Assistance City Administrator shall serve as Acting City Administrator. During any temporary Final Report 4 . October 2S , 1977 Charter Revision absence or disability of both City Administrator and the Assistant City Administrator, the City Administrator shall appoint one of the other officers or department heads of the City to serve as Acting City Administrator. In the event the City Administrator fails to make such appointment , such appointment may be made by the City Council . Proposed Section 403. City Clerk . The present charter provides , that, the Cii-y -Cl-erk be elected. The Committee recommends that the City Clerk be appointed by the City Administrator with approval of Council . This is a change from the first draft in which the Clerk was to be appointed directly by the City Council . The City Clerk performs ministerial duties only and no purpose is served by keeping the position elected. The present. City Clerk concurs that the position would best be filled by a thorough search for qualified applicants , rather than through an election for re- sidents only. Proposed Section 405 . Personnel System. It is our recommendation that the City Administrator, the Assistant City Administrator, the City,Attorney, the City Clerk, the City Comptroller and Department, Heads should all be excluded from the Personnel System. Other than this change, the wording of this .section is basically the same as in the present Charter with the exception of the deletion of reference to departments. The complete revision of the. personnel system provided in the first draft has been deleted. Proposed Section 406 . Retirement System. Instead of locking a particular retirement system into the Charter, . a provision is recommended which requires that any retirement plan in which .the City participates be no less than that offered by the State Public Employees Retirement System. The Committee accepted the expressed concern that recruitment might be hindered by exclusion of the PERS System. Proposed Section 407 . Boards , Commissions , and Committees . The Committee recommends that ffie names or various Boards or commissions be omitted from the Charter in order to allow the Council maximum flexibility . to establish or eliminate such groups according to, current needs . In addition, it was felt that definitions of the terms "board," "commission," and "committee" were needed to promote uniformity.. The following definitions are suggested. (a) Boards shall serve in an advisory capacity to the City. Council (b) Commissions may have decision-making authority in those Activities delegated to them by the City Council . (c) Committees shall be established on an ad hoc basis to advise the City Council .on particular matters . Final Report Charter Revision 5 . October 25 , 1077 Proposed Section S00 . Regular Ordinances . Publication. This proposed section states the—City Clerk sfiall cause each ordinance to be published at least once within fifteen days after its adoption in a daily, semi-weekly or weekly newspaper published in the County or the City and circulated in the City which is selected by .the City Council for that purpose . This would allow the City Council flexibility to choose newspapers which would have considerably wider circulation within the City than the paper the City must currently use. This basis for selection of a newspaper would also apply to the publication of Legal Notices (Proposed Section S03) . Proposed Section 602 . Budget. Submission to City Council .. It is proposed that the City Administrator be required to submit the proposed budget to Council at least 60 days prior to the be- ginning of each fiscal year. In addition, a public hearing on the budget is also required at least 1S days prior to the beginning of the fiscal year. This change is also reflected in Section 603. Budget. Public Hearing. The Committee believes additional t m for public input is essential to the budget process . Proposed Section 607 . , Tax Limits . This section setting forth special levies which may be—made for various departments remains as it is in the present charter . The first draft combined special levies into one with a single limit. After further consideration, this provision was deleted. Proposed Section 608 . Vote Required for Tax Measure . Since both the CANT Committee ' s proposition and the City' s proposition were approved in the . last electionboth are . included in the present Charter. Therefore , the Charter Revision Committee combined the two sections., clarified the language and changed the wording from "three- fourths to the total voting members of the City Council" to "five members of the City Council ." Proposed Section 610 . Bonded Debt Limit . The proposed Charter lowers the bonded de t limit from 15 o 12% of the total assessed valuation. Both City Staff and the Charter Revision Committee agreed fifteen per cent was an unrealistically high figure. Proposed Section 613. Execution of Contracts . A concern of, staff is that they are not au horizea toenterinto contracts in emer- gencies without 'Council approval . For instance , if the Santa Ana River is flooding and the Public Works Director purchases sandbags , he is violating the Charter. We propose that any contract deemed by ,the City Administrator or any. head of a City department to be necessary as an emergency measure for the .immediate preservation of the public peace , health or safety, and containing a statement of the reasons for its urgency , may be entered. into on behalf of the City by such City officer without the prior approval of the Final geport Charter Revision 6 . October 25 , 1977 City Council , in an amount not to exceed $25 ,000 (rather than $10 ,000 as provided in the first draft . ) .In addition, a completely new section not in the first draft has been added which requires competitive bidding for public service contracts over $25 , 000 , except for professional services . Council is permitted to establish lower limits if it desires to do so . Proposed Section 615 . Granting of Franchises . Franchises would be better handled--by ordinance in order to promote flexibility and assert local control over any new agreements to the extent permitted under the State Constitution. Several items currently adopted in the Charter such as the Franchise Act of 1937 have handicapped the City in its dealings with utility companies . Therefore, the .Committee suggests a simple phrase requiring the City Council to regulate the granting of franchises by ordinance . .Proposed Section .800 . Transition. It is proposed that elective officers continue to Field their offices until the completion of their current terms . In Addition, those provisions of the current charter which are removed from the new charter will remain in effect until the City Council adopts the appropriate ordinances, or for one year, whichever occurs first . The provision regarding the City Comptroller would not take effect until 1980 . CRC:bt jjo CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEA H /0/r�/7, a COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA 77-134 HUNTINGTON BEACH i U To Honorable Mayor and From Floyd G. Belsito Q� City Council Members City Administrator � O Subject CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE Date October 121 1977 REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS Statement of Problem: The Charter Revision Committee has used nearly all the funds allocated for their legal consultant. If the consultant is to make modifications requested by the Committee for the final draft, additional funds will be necessary. Recommended Action: - Approve the request for $2 , 500 . 00 in additional funds to complete the final draft. Analysis : The Charter Revision Committee originally estimated that the cost of the legal consultant would range from $12 ,000 to $16 , 000 . Since they were unable to know the extent of their work at that time, the Committee requested only $12 , 000 ; Council was informed that additional funds may be requested in the future. In order to complete the final draft for presentation to Council , it is recommended that the additional funds be allocated. Approval is needed at the October 17 , 1977 Council meeting if the Committee is to meet its November deadline . Alternative: Council may direct the City Attorney to prepare the additional revisions needed by the Charter Revision Committee, instead of providing funds for the legal consultant to do so . Respectfully submitted, Floyd G Belsito City Administrator FGB:JC :bt �® City of Huntington Beach �- P.O. BOX 190 CALIFORNIA 92648 CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE October 12 , 1977 The Honorable Mayor and City Council City of Huntington Beach P. 0. Box 190 Huntington Beach, California 92648 Dear Mayor and Council Members : As you know, in order to complete the final draft of the pro- posed charter, additional funds are needed. To incorporate changes made as a result of the public hearin s , our legal consultant estimates an additional amount of 2 , 500 . 00 may be needed. The Charter Revision Committee respectfully requests that this amount be allotted so that we may complete the Committee ' s final draft. Sincerely, Harold Bauman Chairman, Charter Revision Committee HB:bt t CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH To Floyd G. Belsito From Frank B. Arguello City Administrator Director of Finance Subject Financial Impact Report - Date October 12, 1977 Charter Revision Committee In response to Administration's request to prepare a Financial Impact Report on the above subject, I am submitting the attached. At the present time there are funds available in the City's contingency account (101593) which may be used for this pro- ject if the City Council so desires. The current balance in the contingency account would be $476,802.62 (if this request for $2,500.00 is approved) . iral_� rank B. Arguello Director of Finance EH/cg t, CITY OF HUNTIF�GTON BEACH . FI NANC IAL AMPACT.'tEPORT Project Name : Charter Revision Committee Description Authorize the expenditure of an additional $2,500 for an outside consultant to complete the final draft of proposed charter revisions to be presented to Council . 1. DIRECT PROJECT COSTS 1 . 1 One-Time Costs Cand Turn. , Faz 11 1 - Acquisition Construction ties, E ui ment. Other Total Cost $ 2,500 $ 2,500 1 .2 Recurring Annual Costs Additional Materials & Outside Payroll .Personnel Su lies Services Revenues Total Cost 1 . 3 Replacement/Renewal Costs None 2. INDIRECT COSTS ' Unknown at this time but will consist of cost of materials used and staff time spent working with consultant. Financial Impact Repo Page 2 3. NON-DOLLAR COSTS None 4. BENEFITS TO BE DERIVED FROM THE PROJECT 1 Committee will have benefit of expertise and experience of consultant with previous charter re vision experience. 2. Advice will be received from an independent outside source. 3. An additional burden will not be put on the City Attorney' s office which is currently short one attorney. Advice may. be received more quickly from the consultant than from the City Attorney's office. 5. PROJECT USAGE The additional funds will be used to revise the firct draft o rQ coed eiaFter-- revisions to reflect input from the public hearinqq,r --- 6. EXPENDITURE T W ING The funds will be allocated to a contractual services account to be used as 4 needed. 7. COST OF NOT IMPLEMENTING THE PROJECT Delay of charter revision work and an additional burden on the City Attorney's office. April 26 , 1977 City Council pep City of Huntington Beach 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, California 92648OP SUBJECT: PROGRESS REPORT of the Charter Revision Committee of Huntington Beach To the City Council : The Charter Revision Committee of the City of Huntington Beach is pleased to submit this Progress report to the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach. 1 . INTRODUCTION The Charter Revision Committee , which was created by the City Council in September of 1976 , consists of the following nine members : Jerome M. Bame , Chairman, Harold Bauman, Vice Chairman, Bill Burke , Chester W. Gaskell , Elaine Hankin, Tom Livengood, Mary Aileen Matheis , William R. Tizzard and Phyllis Sariego . Jeri Chenelle of the City Staff serves as the liaison between the Committee and the City Administrator' s staff. The Charter Revision Committee held its first regular meeting on October 13, 1976 , and has met regularly twice each month, since that date , having held approximately eleven regular committee meetings and, in addition, numerous adjourned committee and sub-committee meetings todate . The Charter Revision Committee presently meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, at the hour of 7 : 30 p .m. , in a public meeting room on the Lower Level of the Civic Center . Its regular committee meetings are open to the public, and written Minutes of each meeting are prepared and available for review. The Committee has completed its initial phase of deliberations , as is indicated below, and it is therefore appropriate that this progress report be prepared and submitted at this time . II . SOLICITATION OF INPUT AND PARTICIPATION The Charter Revision Committee has expended great effort to solicit and seek input and participation from all pertinent sources . The Committee has actively sought and requested input and participation from, but not limited, to the following: 1 . Mayor Harriett. M. Wieder and members of the City Council . 2 . All City Department Heads . i4 s r 3 . City Employee Associations . 4 . Others associated with City Hall . S . Written letters have been sent by mail to approximately fifty civic organizations . 6 . Follow-up telephone calls were then made to each of those fifty civic organizations . 7 . Local newspapers have given good newspaper coverage and . editorial space to the endeavors of our Committee , and in publicizing the Committee ' s request for citizen input . III . MEET AND CONFER To date , the Charter Revision . Committee has had the opportunity to meet and confer, by way of Study Session and otherwise , with numerous organizations and individuals to receive and discuss their suggestions for revising the existing City Charter. Below is a partial listing of such: 1 . With Mayor Harriett M. Wieder on December 21 , 1976 ; 2 . With a City Council Liaison Committee on January 7 , 1977 ; 3 . With City Administrator Belsito on February 23, 1977 for a three-hour orientation on the organization and operation of local (Huntington Beach) city government ; 4 . Collectively with the Department Heads representing all of the City Departments on December 29 , 1976 , January 1 , 1977 , February 16 , 1977 and March 16 , 1977 with such sessions lasting approximately three hours ; and, 5 . Collectively with representatives of the various employee groups representing employees of the City on March 31 , 1977. Each and all of the aforementioned meetings and study sessions have supplied the Charter Revision Committee with valuable data and in- formation to be used in the course of our deliberations and ultimate decisions . Our Committee and, we believe, those meeting with us have mutually agreed that the time spent together in such sessions has been and will be most worthwhile to all concerned. The Charter Revision Committee by means of this written report , expresses its appreciation for all those who have expended their time and effort to meet with our Committee and facilitate our efforts and ultimate objective . IV. COMMITTEE STUDY AND RESEARCH The Charter Revision Committee has received written input in the form of proposed revisions to the existing City Charter from numerous organizations and individuals . The following is a partial list of organizations or individuals who have sent written input to our Committee : 1 . Mayor Harriett M. Wieder. 2 . Various members of the City Council. 3 . City Administrator Belsito. 4 . City Attorney Bonfa. 5 . City Treasurer Hall. , 6 . City Clerk Wentworth . 7 . Most, if not all , City Department Heads . 8 . Employee Associations representing City employees . 9 . Outside civic organizations . 10 . Members of the general public . In addition to the aforementioned, public discussion and suggestions have been requested and received at each of the regularly held Com- mittee meetings . The Charter Revision Committee has requested and had received written material from other charter cities pertaining to selected topics of interest to our Committee . The Committee has requested, received and has read the City Charters from approximately 20 other California cities . The Chairman of the Charter Revision Committee has designated various members of the Committee to serve as Sub-Committees to facilitate the study and research of the Committee as a whole . V. COMMITTEE CONSULTANT The City Council , upon the request of the Charter Revision Committee , on January 3, 1977 approved allocation of funds for the selection and appointment of a consultant to the Charter Revision Committee . On February 15 , 1977 , a selection committee comprised of Mayor Harriett Wieder (who was unable to participate .throughout the entire selection process) , City Administrator Belsito, Councilman Coen and Pattinson, Charter Revision Committee Chairman Bame , and Charter Revision Committee Vice-Chairman Bauman met and interviewed five separate individuals or firms who responded to the City' s invitation to submit letters of reference and proposals to the City and Committee to serve as consultants to the Committee . Each individual and firm interviewed was , without exception, amply qualified to serve as consultants , having had extensive prior experience in municipal law and the field of charter revision. A Financial Impact Report was prepared and then submitted for con- sideration to the City Council .' The law firm of Richards , Watson, Dreyfus and Gershon of Los Angeles , was ultimately selected as the firm to serve as Committee Consultant . The Committee has met and is now working with Patrick C. Coughlan, Attorney at Law, of that firm. Recently, on April 4, 1977 , the City Council approved fee contract with the aforementioned law firm. VI . CURRENT COMMITTEE ENDEAVORS Currently, the Charter Revision Committee is continuing its inquiry into selected issues and subjects of interest to the Committee and our City. The Committee continues its study and analysis of the Huntington Beach City Charter, as well as the Model Cities Charter and the City Charters of numerous other California cities . The Committee is utilizing the written reports of the former Charter Revision Committees of Huntington Beach. Separate Sub-Committees comprised of members within the Charter Revision Committee continue their information gathering and re- search work to facilitate and expedite the activities of the Charter Revision Committee as a whole . VII . EXHIBIT "A" CHRONOLOGICAL PARTIAL LISTING OF COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS TODATE Attached to this report , marked as "EXHIBIT A" , is a chronological partial listing of committee activities and accomplishments todate by subject matter . The subjects set forth on the attached exhibit are set forth and mentioned in greater detail in the written Minutes of various meetings and study sessions of the Charter Revision Committee . VIM . EXHIBIT "B" PARTIAL LISTING OF PROPOSALS FOR CHARTER REVISION SUBMITTED TO THE CHARTER REVI T Attached, marked "EXHIBIT B" , is a partial listing consisting of approximately 80 proposals which have been submitted to the Charter Revision Committee todate . The Committee either has , is currently, or will undertake to study each and all of those and other proposals which it has received. In addition, the Committee itself will introduce topics of concern to it for proposals , study, and ultimate decision pertaining to revision of the Huntington Beach City Charter. IX. TO BE ANTICIPATED The Charter Revision Committee estimates that it has todate collectively expended several hundreds of hours in meetings and deliberations in its appointed task. The Committee is now about to embark upon the phase of its deliberations in which it will commence its decision making process . The Committee looks forward with great expectation to the opportunity of putting together .all of the many hours of work which it has expended, the numerous. proposals which it has received, and the substantial input which it has welcomed from those other than the Committee itself. The Committee has set for itself the deadline of November of this year in which to complete its appointed task and .submit. to the City Council its written opinions and recommendations regarding possible revision of the City Charter of the City of Huntington Beach. X. IN CONCLUSION The Charter Revision Committee continues to solicit and welcome written communications and proposals as to topics of study for the .Committee . Such communication should be addressed and sent as follows : Mr. Jerome M. Bame, .Chairman Charter Revision Committee % Jeri Chenelle , 'Liaison City Hall P. 0. Box 190 Huntington Beach, California 92648 Telephone 536-5501 The Charter Revision Committee assures all correspondents that their communications and proposals will be given serious consider- ation and attention by the Committee . Respectfully Submitted, Charter Revision Committee of the City of Huntington Beach By erome M. Bame Chairman JMB:BT EXHIBIT "A" CHRONOLOGICAL PARTIAL LISTING OF COMMITTEE ACTIVTTIES AND A M LI EN 07F DATE September 20 , 1976 : The City Council appointed nine members to the Charter Revision Committee . October 8, 1976 : Copies of City Charters requested from Charter Cities in Orange County and Los Angeles County. October 13, 1976 : First meeting of Charter Revision Committee held, C arter Revision Committee formed a legal counsel sub- committee with Mr. Bame and Mr . Bauman. Oral presentation made to Committee by Mayor Wieder . October 149 1976 : Work started on selection of legal advisor Tor—Committee . November 9 , 1976 : Mr. Bonfa, City Attorney, informed the Committee o provisions of the Brown Act . Discussion occurred regarding duties of outside counsel and a report was submitted regarding probable fees . Committee voted to request the Council approve , an expenditure of $2 , 000 for outside legal expert to perform preliminary work. Scheduling sub-committee appointed to discuss a time table for Committee ' s work . A sub-committee was appointed to draft by-laws . Alicia Wentworth, City Clerk, informed the Committee of possible election dates within the years 1977 and 1978 . November 23, 1976 : A preliminary draft of by- laws was presented to —the Committee . The Sturgis Standard Code of Parliamentary Pro- cedure was accepted as a guideline for Committee proceedings . It was decided that discussion on full time Mayor, elective vs- appoint- ed positions , and other controversial matters would not occur until such time as the Committee had investigated all other items . A letter addressed to the City Council outlining the Committee ' s activities was approved. The Committee established a time sequen- tial number classification system to simplify scheduling sequences for future work. A sub-committee was assigned to begin study on Charter Sections 512 which pertains to legal notices . Another sub-committee volunteered to draft a letter to outside civic groups to solicit their suggestions for charter revision. December 7 , 1976 : A letter to be sent to civic organizations by the—Committee was approved. Reports were submitted by the City Clerk and a Charter Revision Sub -Committee regarding legal publish- ing requirements . The Committee agreed to request a joint meeting with the department heads to review proposed Charter amendments . The draft by- laws were temporarily adopted. The City Administrator has requested a legal opinion to determine if an ordinance is necessary to create the Charter Revision Committee . December 21 , 1976 : City Attorney opinion was received which indicated proper procedures were followed in the Council ' s creation of the Charter Revision Committee . Chairman Bame and Vice-Chairman Bauman reported on their presentation to the City Council at its December 20 , 1976 meeting to request an initial expenditure of $2 , 000 for an outside consultant . Council direct- ed that a financial impact report be prepared and that the City Administrator develop procedures to hire the consultant . The matter will come before the Council again on January 3, 1977 . A joint meeting between the Charter Revision Committee and the Depart- ment Heads was set for December 29 , 1976 . The temporary by- laws were changed to permanent "Procedures of the Charter Revision Com- mittee , an ad hoc committee . " The legal advertising study group reported they are checking on the cost of publication. A legal opinion was requested from the City Attorney regarding the legal- ity of putting advertising out to bid if the Charter were to be amended. It was reported that letters requesting input from Civic organizations were sent out to approximately fifty different civic organizations on December 9 , 1976 . It was decided that a sub-com- mittee would meet with the Mayor and two other council members to discuss Chatter Revision goals on January 7 , 1977 . A master list of all suggested study topics will be maintained. December 29 , 1976 : A joint meeting with the Charter Revision Com- mittee and Department Heads was held to receive input regarding suggested revisions . January 4 , 1977 : The legal publications sub-committee was assign- ed to review charters of Pasadena and Fresno , two cities that appar- ently do not require their ordinances be published. Committee members discussed items that they wished to be discussed with the Council liaisons on January 7 , 1977 . Chairman Bame reported that the City Council authorized the expenditure of $2 , 000 for a con- sultant to perform preliminary work on Charter Revision at its January 3, 1977 Council meeting. The Committee agreed to meet with Department Heads the third Wednesday of each month through April . Additional suggestions for Charter revisions which had been received by the Committee were assigned time sequential numbers . January 18 , 1977 : Committee members who met with Mayor Wieder, Councilman Coen, and Councilman Pattinson on January 7, 1977 re- ported on their meeting . It was decided at that meeting that the Charter Revision Committee should aim for a November completion date to give recommendations to Council who would then decide which election date would be used. The Vice-Chairman reported that requests for proposals are being sent to nine Charter Revision consultants . A legal opinion was received from the City Attorney' s office regarding legal advertising requirements in the City Charter. It was reported that a City Clerk ' s organization was also studying the legal publication situation . Our City Clerk was requested to relay all information received from that group to the Charter Revision Committee . The City Attorney ' s Office is studying whether or not the Charter may be amended to eliminate the need for publishing ordinances in full . A proposed time table , subject to revision by the sub-committee , was approved. Four sub- committees were designated: (a) Department Head Liaison/Time Sequential number assignment , (b) Council/Legal Advisor Liaison, (c) Major Concepts , (d) Civic Groups Liaison. It was agreed that an interim committee report should be submitted to the City Council for their information. The Committee voted to ask the City Administrator for an indepth three hour presentation explain- ing how the internal organization of the city actually works . All city boards and commissions will be asked for their input to the Charter Revision process . The Chairman and Vice-Chairman will work with the Public Information Officer to develop news releases soliciting input from residents . January 19 , 1977 : A joint meeting was held with the Charter Re- vision Committee and department representatives to discuss addi- tional revision suggestions . February 1 , 1977 : Committee members will begin calling civic organizations to remind them that their input regarding suggested Charter Revisions is desired before March 1 , 1977 . Chairman Bame reported that he attended a meeting with the City Council and Chairman of all boards and commissions on January 31 , 1977 to dis- cuss proposed goals and objectives of the City. A proposed Charter table of contents was adopted to be used as a guide for further study. A time sequential number list had been prepared for all items except those requiring legal assistance . It was agreed that a speaker ' s bureau would need to be instituted to explain the Com- mittee ' s work to various civic groups sometime in the future . A representative of the Management Employees Organization requested the opportunity to discuss their concerns with the Committee members . It was agreed that all the employee associations should be asked for input . February 1S , 1977 : A letter of suggested Charter Revisions was received from the League of Women Voters . Each member of the Charter Revision Committee was assigned a list of organizations to contact . A report was submitted regarding a meeting with the editor of the Huntington Beach News . The Publication Sub-Committee is waiting for a legal opinion from the City Attorney' s office regarding those cities with different legal publication requirements . The Vice-Chairman reported that interviews for a Charter Revision consultant had been held February 1S , 1977 . The interview Com- mittee consisted or Mayor Harriett Wieder, City Administrator Belsito, Councilmen Coen and Pattinson, Chairman Bame and Vice- Chairman Bauman. A transmittal from the City Administrator will be sent to the City Council requesting selection of Richards , T Watson, Dreyfus and Gershon as the consultant firm and also requesting $10 , 000 in additional funds . The Charter Revision .Committee agreed that certain items be omitted from discussion with Department Heads as those topics were not appropriate for the entire Department Head group to discuss . It was agreed that the Economic Advisory Commission should be requested to assist the Committee on certain sections pertaining to financial matters The next scheduled meeting with Department Heads on March 16 , 1977 was set aside to discuss the personnel system. The Daily Pilot article dated February 10 , 1977 regarding the Charter Revision Committee was briefly discussed. The Major Concept Sub-Committee districuted an outline which shows how different conceptual alternatives could be presented to organize study: A representative of the Management Employee Association stated that the MEO will meet with other employee organizations regarding. Charter Revision changes and will then bring their recommendations to the Committee . The City Administrator will make a presentation to the Charter Revision Committee on February 23., 1977 to discuss the functions and organizations of our City government . A memo from City Attorney Don Bonfa regarding Conflict of Interest Codes was briefly discussed and will be discussed in more detail at the next meeting . February 23, 1977 : A Study Session was held with City Administrator Belsito to discuss how Huntington Beach City Government works . March 1 , 1977 : The City Attorney was present to discuss his memo regarding Conflicts of Interest Codes . He concluded that the Charter Revision Committee does not fall under the Act because the Charter Revision Committee is advisory, temporary and ad hoc in nature . The Vice-Chairman reported that the Charter Revision Consultant had been approved by Council . They also approved a total of $12 , 000 in funds for the consultant . The Chairman and Staff Liaison reported that they had met with Mr . Pat Coughlan, the consultant, to review the Committee ' s work. The Vice-Chairman reported that he had met with the City Council and members of other boards and commissions regarding City goals . The Committee agreed that Mr. Bauman would continue as their designated repre- sentative . The Economic Advisory Commission on February 17 , 1977 agreed to provide assistance and evaluation on fiscal matters in the Charter. A report of the Sub-Committee on Major Concepts which outlined a common index for study was distributed and will be used in conjunction with the master list of suggested study topics . March 161 1977 : A study session was held with department represent- atives to discuss additional suggested Charter Revisions and the personnel system. March 22 , 1977 : Mr. Pat Coughlan, the Charter Revision Consultant , was introctuceU to the Committee . It was decided that a sample work sheet would be referred to the Major Concepts Sub-Committee to com- plete a listing of Charter subjects . The consultant will present his recommendation for inclusion or exclusion of each subject . in the Charter. Committee members will vote on inclusion or exclusion of proposed items . A date was set to meet with representatives of the city employee associations . The Daily Pilot editorial of March 9 , 1977 was circulated. The Committee recommended approval of an amended contract with the Charter Revision consultant . March 31 , 1977: A study session was held with representatives of the City employee associations to discuss the personnel. system and other suggested Charter Revisions . The Procedures of the Charter Revision Committee were amended to change the meeting. dates from the first and third Tuesdays of each month to the second and fourth Tuesday of each month to accomodate the schedule of the Charter Revision Consultant . I i (ri EXHIBIT "B" PARTIAL LISTING OF PROPOSALS FOR CHARTER REVISION SUBMITTED TO THE CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE DEPARTMENT HEAD SUGGESTED CHARTER REVISION GROUP I AND II Charter Section Nature of Section Suggested by 508 A. Place of meeting, If desired, could add a provision Bonfa which allows informal study sessions or retreats to be Kiser held outside the City, but within a radius . of fifty or seventy-five miles , provided that no action is taken at such session and further provided that all requirements of the Ralph M, Brown Act are observed. 512 A. Section 512, Ordinances . Enactment, Publication. Could Bonfa be amended to provide for publication in a newspaper which Shenkman is delivered to the City of Huntington Beach but is not necessarily printed or published in said City , the purpose being to permit greater public awareness of official notices . The newspaper could perhaps be designated as the paper with the greatest circulation or some such standard. B. The practice of publishing ordinances in a local news- Behrens paper of general circulation is an expensive one and of questionable value as far as .actually conveying to the general public the content of these ordinances . The same two major California cities do not publish such materials as we do . Publishing requirements were sub- stantially reduced so that only certain legal notices were published. Again, I don' t know how State -law applies except I do know that these cities and others do not follow the procedure yet just as effectively convey information to the public . } Page 2 . A Charter Section Nature of Section Suggested bV= 517 A. Publishing of Legal Notices . Here again .perhaps the Bonfa section should be modified to require "distribution" Behrens rather than publication in the City, as this will (see 512) allow the City to publish notices in newspapers of general circulation which are "printed" and/or "published" outside the City to get wider general notice . Research must be done to determine whether or not the "adjudication" sections of the Government Code preclude such amendment . B. Consider opening up to county local daily newspapers Wentworth for bid on a 1-3 year contract . 518 A. Contracts . Execution. Should be amended by adding a Bonfa provision to allow the City Council to create an "administrative revolving fund" . We have ruled this can be done under existing Section 518 , however, clarification may be desirable . B Section 518 should be supplemented by authority for Kiser certain Department Heads to execute contracts without prior approval in emergency situations that could effect life , health, or property. C. It would seem that anywhere in the Charter where money Robitaille amounts are set forth that require bidding or special treatment, some examination of those figures should be made in relation to today ' s market and pricing. D. It would also appear that the designation of a City Robitaille Contract Administrator may impact provisions of the Charter. _ a5c Y Charter Section Nature of Section Suggested by B. Authorize the Director of• Public Works to obtain Hartge a minimum of three (3) informal bids for any public (Zambory) works project not exceeding $5 ,000 in total bid price. The Director would choose the lowest of the informal bids and award the contract. Upon completion of the work a full report would be made to the City Council. The procedures to be used by the Director would be reviewed and approved by the City Attorney and the Finance Director Section 1211 should be rewritten completely, and in lieu Kiser P Y� of listing any changes , I have attached a proposed new section to replace the existing. (see last 2 pages) 1220 Section 1220 should exclude disposal of portions such Kiser as equipment, land, or other items which are surplus to the operation. of the utility as a whole. 1304 Filing Fee. Should be amended to conform with recent Bonfa court decisions and State law to provide an alternative Behrens to the payment of the fee. For example , a fee of $100 Wentworth to be paid to the City Clerk at the time nomination papers for candidates for elective municipal officer are filed, or as an alternative to such filing fee , one hundred signatures of the electors of the City (in addition to the fifty signatures required by Section 1305) must be included on the nomination papers at the time of filing thereof. This will meet current court decisions and recent amendments of the Elections Code . I Charter Section Nature of Section Suggested by 703 A. "Powers and Duties" of the City Attorney should be Bonfa amended to increase the experience requirement to "five years municipal law" . B. Remove the staff attorneys from the Personnel System. Bonfa 900 , 901 , 902 Sections 900 ,901 and 902 appear to be irrelevant and Bonfa should be repealed. Kiser 1200 The City may want to consider establishing its fiscal Behrens year at some period other than. July 1 through June Worthy 30. It may be worth considering a change to the Charter �® that would permit the City Council to establish the city ' s fiscal year by ordinance. Some of the things that may be considered in setting a different fiscal period would be employee negotiations , budget processing, general avail- ability of tax revenue information from the County Assessor and other similar matters . 1205 nior Section 1205 states all appropriations are to lapse at Kiser end of fiscal year, but this should be qualified by ILA exceptions such as balances on long term contracts , con- tinuing trust accounts , and others as maybe determined by the Finance Department. 1211 A. Contracts on Public. Works . Should be amended for Bonfa clarification. The section is confusing , especially the second paragraph which is ambiguous . To correct the ambiguity, it is suggested that the seventh line from the bottom of the second paragraph, which sentence begins with "Such contracts may" , be charged to :ake the beginning of the sentence a brand new paragraph, and in- stead of tommenci ng the sentence +cith "Such cont-rac-_s" , it should commence with ��r 'i public woriCs co zraCts d ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT HEAD SUGGESTED CHARTER REVISIO'. TIME SEQUENTIAL GROUP I-II Carter Section Nature of Section Sus`ested by 1207 Under Section 1207(c ) , it could be considered to KiSzer add "trash collection not to exceed .05 per one hundred dollars , and sanitary and storm sewer maintenance not to exceed . 03 per one hundred dollars" . This procedure might be more equitable than service changes per pickup or connection.. In Section 1207, the City Charter provides that certain ep�n�ij departments receive a certain portion of the tax rate. r The City Council would like the Charter Revision Committee to consider deletion of the specific amounts and purposes from the Charter. At the regularly scheduled Allied Arts Commission meeting J p{1h Sort held January 3rd, the Commission brought to my attention the need for funds to assure art for public buildings. Both the State of California and several cities have deter- mined that 1% of the cost of any public facility would be set aside for art for public facilities. I would like to suggest that the Charter Revision Committee consider ways that a similar policy might be best applied to our City, m `EIC'[ION 1211 - CONTRACT'S ON PUBLIC WORKS: Except as hereinafter ex- pressly provided, every contract involving an expenditure of more .than Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25 , 000) for the construction or improve- rrTent: (excluding maintenance and repair) of public buildings , public work_: st.ruct.ures , streets , hirlliways, alleys , rights of way , channels , storm drain facilities , sanitary sewer facilities , utilities, parks and play- grounds , and each separate purchase of materials or supplies .for the same where the expenditure required for such purpose shall exceed the sum of. 'I'went,y-Five 'Thousand Dollars ($25 , 000). , shall be let to the lowest re- sponsible b.idd.er after notice by publication in a designated official newspaper by. at least two insertions , the first of. which shall be at lea_ eight days before the time set for opening of bids . '1'llc2 City Council may reject any and all kids presented and may re- advertise .in its discretion. After rejecting all bids , or if no bids ar,_ received , or without advertising for bids if. the total amount of the con- tract or project is .less than Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25 , 000) ; the City Council TTTay declare and determine that in its opinion, the work in question may Ue performed better or more economically by the City with it own employees , or that the materials or supplies may be purchased at a lower p.ricc in the open market, and after the adoption of a resolution t, this effect by the affirmative. votes of a majority of the total members of the. (. i.l.y counc�:i 1.., i-t. roily l.)rocred to have said wnrk done or such muter' i ill!; purcli.isctcl in the manner stated without further observati(, of. thr. l)r()vi !;i.on:; of this section Contracts , in excess of Twenty-Five I'ITotisrTncl Uollaa's (;"25 , 000) , may be l.et and such purchases made without Trlvcrti s i.nrl for bid:. i (: such woil- or the purchase of such materials or sI11)plie:; '311 ll be deemed by the City Council to be of urgent necessity for. the_ t>rc servati.on of Life, health, or property and shall be authoI. by the al-f.irmat.i.ve votes of at least two thirds of the total members of DEPARTMENT HEAD SUGGESTED CHARTER REVISION TIME SEQUENTIAL GROUP III Charter Section Nature of Section Suggested by 502 A. Compensation of City Council members should be as Bonfa provided in the Government Code for general law cities, a sliding scale based on population. B. The paragraph concerning City Clerk and the City Bonfa Treasurer should be deleted as archaic and no longer required by the State Constitution in which the . parallel provision was repealed several years ago. Setting of salaries for all. elected officials in a Council manner which would preclude negotiating these salaries (Belsito) each year should be considered. 511 The procedure for adopting ordinances and resolutions Behrens involving the "reading" in whole or by title is very cumbersome. I am not familar with any specific provisions of State law which may govern this process , however, I do know that two major California cities do not follow such a process. Their ordinances and resolutions are simply identified on their agenda and the agenda items acted upon. I suggest that we explore the possibility of eliminating this clumsy process except for emergency ordinances . SI:C'PION 1211 - CONTRACTS OF PUBLIC WORKS, Continued. Projects for the extension , replacement or expansion of the trans- mission or distuibution system of any existing public utility operated by the City or for the purchase of supplies or equipment for any such project or any such utility may be excepted from the requirements of this section by the affirmative votes of a majority of the total members Of the City Council . Projects for construction or improvement of public works facilities and the purchase of materials and supplies for such projects or equipment rental for such projects or service purchase order or contract for ser- vice may be performed by the employees of the City, purchased, or rented , oi; contracted for by approval and authority of the Director of. Public Works , without prior City Council approval, provided that the separate sum of each of the above is less than $25 , 000 . The Director of Public: Work.13 shall further be authorized to execute "Minor Contracts" in amount:; not to exceed $2.5, 000 for projects having appropriations in the budget. or for which supplemential monies have been authorized by the City Council . Contracts for the maintenance or repair of public facilities or pur- chasc.:s of mat.c:rials and supplies or rental of equipment therefore are ex- ceptr!d from the provisions, of this section and may be executed by the DI L•ectcrr Ptibl..ic: Wurk:.. -2- { .608 Consider the possibility of amending the City Council Charter to reflect the new procedure for appoint- (Belsito) ing an Acting City Administrator during the absence -1 or illness of the City Administrator. 702 There apparently was some original reason for the Behrens provision prohibiting the combining of the positions of Director of Finance and City Treasurer. I am not aware, however, of what these reasons were. Many cities have effectively combined such functions, City Treasurer should remain elected as the watchman Hall for the electorate. The Treasurer periodically must report to the people and be re-elected versus the Finance director who is appointed and is the record keeper for the city. Section 702, the last paragraph, which states the same person shall not be both Treasurer and Director of Finance must be preserved to maintain this distinction. 704 Omit S. 704 (g) Not applicable to job. Last paragraph Wentworth S. 704 does not apply, as Deputy City Clerk is in the personnel system. Add City Clerk' s responsibility to maintain records relative to the Political Reform Act of 1974. 705 There appears to be a conflict between Sections 705(a) Kiser and 706(e) regarding responsibilities for receipt of monies 706(e) and 705(a) both relate to collection of city Hall money. The Treasurer is the city collector, the holder and investor of the cities funds: The Finance Director is in charge of billing all city receivables but the ' -3- { Treasurer is the collector and Section 7.06(e) should be rewritten to state that the Finance director is responsible to invoice all amounts due the city and any office, department or agency of the city and Section 705(a) (Treasurer) should be strengthened to say: Act as City Collector to collect or receive and deposit on behalf. . . . . . Section 705 (d) (Treasurer) This section as written Hall is not compatible with current procedures involving on line data processing which requires these reports be submitted daily. The computer then prepares re- ports to the Administrator and City Council under the supervision of the Finance Director. To require the Treasurer to duplicate these reports manually is redundant. 706 Section 706(f) requires the Finance Director to also Hall submit the same reports which is a realistic require- ment as long as he has the computer. 707 The City should consider deleting the requirement that Behrens a certain few of the city departments "shall continue and remain as separate departments. " The present provisions limit the legislative body in their ability to organize and structure the City Administration. 800 It would be nice to have the Recreation and Parks Worthy Commission acknowledged as an official body of civic government in the Charter as they are not mentioned in Article VIII. 1 ' -4 807 Consider the consolidation of the Allied Arts Belsito ' Commission, Historical Society and Library Board into one Cultural Arts Commission or removing the Commissions from the Charter to be established by ordinance. 808 Personnel Board. Power and Duties . Sub-section (d) Bonfa of Section 808 provides that the Personnel Board shall hear . appeals of any officer or employee "who is suspended for a period of more than thirty days , demoted or removed. . . 11 During negotiations with employee groups , both the city and employees have proposed alternative disciplinary grievance pro- cedures such as arbitration. However, because of this Charter section, thirty days suspensions, demotions and dismissals are disqualified from the application of new procedures . Accordingly, this section could be modified to provide: "(d) Decide appeals of any officer or employee under the Personnel System who is suspended for a period .of more than thirty days , demoted or removed, and report in writing to the appointing authority and the City Council its findings , conclusions and decision. This section, however, does not preclude the City Council from entering into contracts with recognized employee organizations providing for compulsory binding arbitration of disciplinary grievances . " 1000 (Personnel) System to be established. This section was Bonfa drafted prior to the advent of municipal. labor unions and contemplated the old-fashioned civil service system where public employees found job security through a system of tenure and the right not to be discharged -5- without cause, grievance procedures , etc. written into the classified service of the Personnel System. This system of public employee security is incompatible with the modern municipal employee union movement under the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act. All of the benefits and protection accorded to public employees under traditional personnel system should now be negotiated by the unions and provided for in union contracts with the City. There is no longer a need for a Personnel System because City employees are no longer at the mercy of city councils and administrators. Perhapsit would be premature to repeal Article X in its entirety. However, I think that the union contracts will gradually take over all of the functions of personnel systems and this should be recognized in an amendment of Article X which will eliminate the need for a vote by the electors of the City in order to withdraw from the System those employees now included within the System. This can be done simply by the deletion of the last few lines of the section beginning with "provided, however, that once include within the system, no department, officer or employee shall be withdrawn therefrom (unless the depart- ment, officer, or position is actually abolished or elim- inated) without the approval of such withdrawal at a regular or special election by a majority of the voters voting on such propositions . " 1100 State System. (retirement) . There is some discussion in Bonfa the City that perhaps the City should be free to provide alternative retirement systems to employees in addition to the State Employees Retirement System, which appears to be the only system. authorized by Section 1100. Furthermore, a recognition that these matters are now being handled by agreement between cities and municipal labor unions s:.ould" probably be acknowledged in the c -6- City Charter. At the time the. Charter was drafted, municipal labor unions were almost nonexistent and the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act was so new as not to as yet have made an impact. Therefore, we recommend that Section 1100 be amended to provide greater flexibility so that the City Council may, through negotiations with the various employee organizations , provide an. alternative retirement system. 1214 Section 1214 . Treasurer' s Departmental Trust Fund. - Hall This section is basically no longer relevant and should be eliminated. I suggest these paragraphs be inserted under Section 705 - Treasurer as follows: r 705(f) Treasurer shall establish special trust accounts for: 1. Refundable deposits placed with the city for any reason. 2. Special Assessment District payment in trust. 3. Such other trust accounts as may be required to properly segregate refundable amounts not city funds. Upon proper authorization the City Treasurer shall prepare and approve withdrawals from these funds. The approval of the Finance Director shall also be required to validate disbursements of these funds. 1402 and Sections 1402 and 1403 of the City' s charter in par- Ross 1403 ticular presently contain language that I know to be very much to the detriment of the City. The continued perpetuation of "indeterminate" never-ending franchise -7- grants (Section 1402) and the detrimental and questionable reliance on the City' s adoption of the Franchise Act of 1937 (Section 1403) will needlessly place the City in the same defenseless negotiating posture in the future , as has unhappily been the case in the past . l DEPARTMENT HEAD SUGGESTED CHARTER REVISIONS TIME SEQUENTIAL ITEMS IV Section No . Nature of Section Suggested by 515 I personally feel that the provisions of Section Robitaille 515 allowing for assignment of prisoners to the Department of Public Work is outmoded and could be removed. Perhaps the attorney should research the validity Kiser of the last sentence of Section 515 as it may now be unconstitutional . Section 51S should be amended to conform with Penal Bonfa Code provisions which permit the violation of some ordinances to be "infractions . " The last sentence should be deleted. 1209 The City may want to consider the vote necessary Behrens for authorization of-general obligation bonds and propose changing it from a 2/3 vote to a simple majority . 7 SUGGESTED CHARTER REVISIONS TIME SEQUENTIAL ITEMS V Section No. Nature of Section Suggested by 500 An effort should be made to remove the positions of City Attorney, Behrens City Clerk, and City Treasurer from the election position. Persons can be substantially affected by the need to run for election. Section 500 needs to be reworded to delete references to the former Kiser five Council members and to the dates pertinent at the time of the earlier revisions. The Charter should be revised to limit a Councilmember's time in Shenkman office to two consecutive terms or eight years maximum. Should consider districting for Council elections. Pattinson? 504 Should be amended to provide for annual terms for Mayor. Could Bonfa possibly be beefed up to give Mayor more authority. 703 The position of City Attorney should remain elective as it is in Bonfa the best interests of the citizens that he be independent and objective. Compensation and fringe benefits for the -position of Bonfa City Attorney should be set by the Personnel Board effective July 1st each year , based on objective criteria, for the position without regard to the incumbent. CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE ITEMS FOR LEGAL STUDY Section Nature of Section Suggested by SOl ELIGIBILITY (Nominees) - 2 years residency no longer valid. Wentworth Only 30 days as a registered voter . The courts have ruled Bonfa against Huntington Beach' s 2 year requirements . Seek legal advice regarding the 30 days for residency. OS0.2 Compensation of City Council members should be as Bonfa provided in the Government Code for general law cities , a sliding . scale based on population. The paragraph concerning City Clerk and City Treasurer. Bonfa should be deleted as archaic and no longer required by the State Constitution in which the parallel provision was repealed several years ago . S08 Place of meeting . If desired, could add a provision Bonfa which allows informal study sessions or retreats to be Kiser held outside the City, but within a radius of fifty or seventy-five miles , provided that no action is taken at such session and further provided that all requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act are observed. Oslo Citizen Participation: Should be repealed because the Bonfa subject matter is covered by the Ralph M. Brown Act in a more comprehensive manner . S11 The procedure for adopting ordinances and resolutions in- Behrens volving the "reading" in whole or by title is very cumbersome . I am not familiar with any specific provisions of State law which may govern this process , however, I do know that two major California cities do not fallow such a process . Their ordinances and resolutions are simply identified on their agenda and the agenda items acted upon. I suggest that we explore the possibility of eliminating this clumsy process except for emergency ordinances . - 2- Section Nature of Section Suggested by 515 I personally feel that the provisions of Section 515 Robitaille allowing for assignment of prisoners to the Department of Public Works is outmoded and could be removed. Perhaps the attorney should research the validity of Kiser the last sentence of Section 515 as it may now be unconstitutional . Bonfa Section. 515 should be amended to conform with Penal Code provisions which permit the violation of some ordinances to be "infractions ." The last sentence should be deleted. 517 A. Publishing of Legal Notices . Here again perhaps the Bonfa section should be modified to require "distribution" Behrens rather than publication in the City, as this will allow the City to publish notices in newspapers of general (see 512) circulation which are "printed" and/or "published" out- side the City to get wider general notice . Research must be done to determine whether or not the "adjudication" sections of the Government Code preclude such amendment . 704 Omit S . 704 (g) Not applicable to job . Last paragraph Wentworth S . 704 does not apply, as Deputy City Clerk is in the personnel system. - Add City Clerk' s responsibility to maintain records relative to the Political Reform Act of 1974 . 709 Illegal Contract; Financial Interest- Should be amended Bonfa to conform to State legislation suc as the Political Reform Act of 1974 . 900 , 901 ,902 Sections 900 ,901 , and 902 appear to be irrelevant and Bonfa should be repealed Kiser i - 3- Section Nature of Section Suggested by 1000 .(Personnel) System to be established This section Bonfa was drafted prior to the advent of municipal labor unions and contemplated the old-fashioned civil. service system where public employees found job security through a system of tenure and the right not to be discharged without cause , grievance procedures , etc . written into . the classified service of the . Personnel System. This system of public employee security is incompatible with the modern municipal employee union movement under the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act . All of the benefits and pro- tection accorded to public employees under traditional personnel system should now be negotiated by the unions and provided for in union contracts with the City. There is no longer a need for a Personnel System because City employees are no longer at the mercy of City Councils and administrators . Perhaps it would be premature to repeal Article X in its entirety. However, I think that the union contracts will gradually take over all of the functions of personnel systems and this should be recognized in an amendment of Article X which will eliminate the need for a vote by the electors of the City in order to withdraw from the System those employees now included within the System. This can be done simply by the deletion of the last few lines of the section beginning with"provided, however, that once include within the system, no department , officer , or employee shall be withdrawn therefrom (unless the depart ment , officer, or position is actually abolished or elim- inated) without the approval of such withdrawal at a regular or special election by a majority of the voters voting on such propositions . " -4- j Section Nature of Section Suggested by 1209 Bonded debt limit : The City may want to consider Behrens t e vote necessary for authorization of general obligation bonds and propose changing it from a 2/3 vote to a simple majority . 1207 Under Section 1207 (c) , it could be considered to Kiser add "trash collection not to exceed . OS per one hundred dollars , and sanitary and storm sewer , maintenance not to exceed . 03 per one hundred dollars . " This procedure might be more equitable than service changes per pickup or connection. 1304 Filing Fee. Should be amended to conform with recent Bonfa court decisions and State law to provide an alternative Behrens to the payment of the fee . For example , a fee of $100 Wentworth to . be paid to the City Clerk at the time nomination papers for candidates for elective municipal officer are filed, or as an alternative to such filing fee , one hundred signatures of the electors of the City (in addition to the fifty signatures required by Section 130S) must be included on the nomination papers at the time of filing thereof. This will meet current court decisions and recent amendments of the Elections Code. 1400 Should possibly be amended to include provisions specific Bonfa t.o Cable Television. ®• ' CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH r4A f�s INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH �� f To Alicia Wentworth From City Attorney City Clerk Subject ' Information for Charter Date Tune 30 , 1977 Revision Committee May T have one copy each of the municipal election ballots (not the ballot arguments) for the municipal election in April 1968 and also the consolidated municipal elections of November 1968 and November 1973. The Charter Revision Committee has requested this information and if you will forward these ballots to me, I will prepare a trans- mittal to the Committee. Thank you. DON P. BONFA City Attorney DPB :bc OI044"Ze�, IV ®® CITY OF HUNTMOTON BEACH CA 77-24 , : COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH - - To The Honorable Mayor and. From. Floyd G. Belsto City Council Members City Administrator Subject CHARTER REVISION CONSULTANT Date March 24 , 1977 Attached is a final letter of contract from the firm Richards , Watson, Dreyfus & Gershon to provide consultant services to the Charter Revision Committee. On February 16, .1977 , the City Council instructed the City Administrator and City Attorney to negotiate a' contractual agreement with the firm and authorized the City Clerk and Mayor to execute the final agreement . However, the City Attorney believes it advisable for the Council to approve the final agreement as well . The contract stipulates either party may terminate the agreement within ten days and provides . that no charges will be mad above the allotted $12 ,000 without prior Council approval . The f"rm will bill us monthly so that we. can maintain an .up-ta-date summary of 'expenses . RECOMMENDATION Approve the contract with Richards , Watson, Dreyfus & Gershon. Respectfully submitted, Flay G._ Belsitn Cit Administrator FGB:JC:bb ArPRDVE 8y CITY COUNCIL Attachment V RICH AR D PIC HAPDs RiCHARDS, WATSON, DREYFUSS & GERSHON GLENN R WATSON - ROBERT G.8E VERLY G"BERT DREYFuss ATTORNEYS AT LAW HARRY L:GERSHON DOUGLAS W.ARGUE D AMES K.HERBERT JAM ES J.COOK THIRTY-EIGHTH FLOOR MARK L.LAMHEN ARNOLD SIMON 333 SOUTH HOPE STREET PATRICK C.COUGHLAN LOS ANGELES. CALIFORNIA 9007I DAROLD D-PIEPER 12131 626-8484 FRED A.FENSTER HOWARD J.STECHEL STEPHEN A.LENSKE 02_ CABLE ADDRESS BARBARA METERS O' RICHWAT GEORGE A.FURST. ALLEN E.RENNETT S TEVEN L.DORSEY MARY L.WALKER JEFFREY N.GARLAND dad .✓^ ROBERT M.GOLDFRIED nr Q l J MARGARET EVE SPENCER �Y AR NV 1977 DONALD L.HUNT I I JUDY GRAY M t TCHELL E.ABBOTT TIMOTHY L.NEUFELD . GARY L.GILLIG - MARVEY R.LEVIN ' ANDREW LICkTMAN A ` RONALD M.GREENBERG " ��OR\ _N`c OI COUNSEL City of Huntington Beach P.O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 March 24., 1977 Gentlemen: In response to Mr. Bame 's letter of February 23 , 1977 , informing us of our appointment as consultant to the Charter Revision Committee of the City of Huntington Beach, we are writing to confirm that we propose to do the requested work pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth herein. We agree to meet with the Chairman and Vice Chairman in order to gain a more complete understanding of the goals and desires of the Charter Revision Committee. We will advise the Committee on the most efficient and effective manner to proceed on the Charter Revision. Based upon the meetings with the Committee officers, we will propose a course of action for the Charter Revision Committee to follow in order .to enable them to fully review and evaluate the existing 'Charter of the, City of Huntington Beach. We will work with the Charter Revision Committee to help them identify those subject areas which are appropriate for . inclusion in a charter, and those items which are not . appropriate to be included in a charter. Once the Committee has decided on the subject matters to be included in the charter, we will review the relevant charter provisions to ensure that they comply with judicial decisions, and with State and Federal law. In addition, we will draft proposed City of Huntington Beach March 24 , 1977 page two ------------------------ charter provisions for those subject areas not presently covered by the charter or which the Committee feels should be rewritten. We agree to meet with the members of the Charter Revision Committee approximately 12 times to help them formu- late their goals, to discuss current law on various charter subjects, and to advise them on each charter provision. Our work for the Committee will commence on March 1, 1977, and will end on November 30., 1977 . It is understood and agreed that this contract may be terminated by either party upon ten (10) days written notice to the other. In the event this contract is so .terminated, the consultant will be paid for work done to date at an hourly rate of $60 per hour. In attempting to accomplish the complete revision of the City Charter of the City of Huntington Beach, we would not expect our time to exceed 200 hours. In the event that additional consulting services are required, we will provide those services at $65 per hour. Based upon my `initial con- versations with the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Charter Revision Committee, I am presently of the opinion that our work can be accomplished for less than $12 ,000. We will bill the City monthly for our time, and in the event we determine that the need for our services is going to exceed the amount budgeted, we agree to give the City at- least thirty (30) days notice of such fact. We further agree that we will not exceed the $12,000 budget figure without the written permission of the City of Huntington Beach. APPROVED AS TO FOR sincerely yours, FORM RICHARDS, WATSON, DREYFUSS & GERSHON DON P. B NF City Attor y By PATRICK C. COUGH , Par ner PCC:rp r 17 ATTEST: MAYOR Alicia M. Wentworth CITY CLERK By: Deputy INITIATED AND APPROVED AS TO CONTENT TY ADMINISTRATOR t CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 77-17 COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH To Honorable Mayor and From Floyd G. Belsito, City Council Members City Administrator Subject CHARTER REVISION CONSULTANT Date February 16, 1977 Interviews of possible Charter Revision Consultants were held on Tuesday; February 15, 1977, by a committee composed of Councilman Coen, Chairman Bame, Vice Chairman Bauman and myself. The interview committee agreed that Richards, Watson, Dreyfus and Gershon would be the best firm to advise the Charter Revision Committee. V' The top three choices in order of preference are : ` 1. Richards, Watson, Dreyfus Gershon 2 . Rutan and Tucker 3. Burke, Williams $ Sorenson The proposals of these three firms are attached. r The Council has already allocated $2 , 000 for preliminary work by a consultant. Although it is impossible to accurately estimate total costs at this point, it appears that the total effort will require at least $12 , 000 . RECOMMENDATION 1. Authorize the expenditure of a maximum of $12 , 000 for a Charter Revision Consultant. 2. Select the firm of Richards , Watson, Dreydus and Gershon to be the consultant for the Charter Revision Committee . 3. Instruct the City Administrator and City Attorney to negotiate a contractual agreement with the selected consultant, and authorize the City Clerk and Mayor to execute the final agreement. Respectfully submitted, loyd Belsito, City A ministrator s FGB:p Attachments ` CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH VAJINTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH To Floyd G. Belsito From Frank B. Arguello City Administrator Director of Finance Subject Financial Impact Report - Date February 16, 1977 Charter Revision Committee In response to Administration's request to prepare a Financial Impact Report on the above subject, I am submitting the attached. At the present time there are funds available in the City's contingency account (101593) which may be used for this pro- ject if the City Council so desires. The current balance in the contingency account would be $270, 180. 18 (if the requested $10,000 is approved) with another $122,000 due from revenue sharing funds in repayment of shamel ash tree removal costs. AAAa1 r Frank BJ Arguello Director of Finance FBA/cg CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH FINANCIAL IMPAC7tEPORT Project Name Charter Revision Committee Description Authorize the expenditure of an additional $10,000 for an outside .consultant to perform preliminary work on charter revision. 1 . DIRECT PROJECT COSTS 1 . 1 One-Time Costs Cana urn. , aci i- Acquisition Construction. ties, E ui_ ment. Other Total Cost $ 10,000 $_ 10,,000 1 .2 Recurring Annual Costs Additional Materials & Outside Pa roll Personnel Supplies Services Revenues Total Cost 1 .3 Replacement/Renewal Costs it is difficult to estimate the total costs at this time. Additional funds may be needed. . A better estimate can be made once .the consultant has performed some. preliminary work. I 2. INDIRECT COSTS Unknown at .this time but will consist of cost of materials .used and staff time spent working with consultant. i I RCA No . 81-31 REQUE"FOR CITY COUNCPACTION a Date ,November, 10 , 1981 Submitted to: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Submitted by: Charles W. Thompson, ✓ t City. Administrator —` ✓✓✓ Subject: CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE REPORT / Statement of Issue, Recommendation,Analysis, Funding Source, Alternative Actions,Attachments: STATEMENT OF ISSUE The Charter Revision Committee has submitted its report to the City Council . RECOMMENDATION - Establish a study session date to review and determine the Council ' s course of action regarding the Committee ' s proposal . ANALYSIS The Committee has recommended that the proposed charter be placed on the April , 1982 , municipal ballot . In order to accomplish this , a great deal of work must be accomplished by the end of January, The wording for the ballot measure must be prepared by the City .Attorney , the ballot arguments must be filed, and a resolution calling the election must be adopted . Therefore , it is recommended that Council establish a study session date as soon as possible . ALTERNATIVES s Receive and file the report . FUNDING SOURCE No funds are necessary. P10 4181 _3 CITY OF H UNTINGTON H,,�� CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATION ° . . ;HUNTINGTON BEACH To Honorable City Council Members FROM Ruth Finley, Mayor SUBJECT CHARTER REVISION PROPOSAL DATE December 28 , 1981 In deliberating over the future course of action on the proposals submitted by the Charter Revision Committee , one thought that be- comes evident to me is that the time , effort and expense involved in revising the charter could be better utilized by dealing with other challenges to the City. Despite all the publicity regarding our meeting on the proposals , few people came :to testify. I do not see any evidence of great public concern for amending our existing charter . We can live with the charter as it is . The consolidation with the June primary election could cost as much as $10 , 000 depending on the extent of the ballot measures presented to the public , a sum which is not included in our budget . In addition , a public hearing at the end of January would be time so that an immediate decision would have to be made if any of the recommendations are to be placed on the June ballot . No member of the Council expressed strong sentiments in favor or a- gainst any of the recommended changes at the December , 14 , 1981 meeting. I might add that I considered that meeting to be a public hearing . Although I have not changed my views on -the question of elected versus appointed Attorney, City Clerk and Treasurer, I am convinced that these issues should only come to the electorate if a strong desire to see a change comes from members of the community. Most of the other issues I have no strong convictions for , or against, except the elected Mayor. I do not believe that Huntington Beach needs either a strong or weak elected Mayor at this time . I believe before we affirm the January 25 , 1982 hearing , we should discuss our own views and determine whether there is any inclination to place any of these items on the ballot . If there is not , I would recommend a motion to table. JT a CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH COUNCIL - ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH /1 Honorable Mayor and Charles W. Thompso �r To City Council From City Administrao Subject CHARTER REVISION PROPOSAL Date December 8, 1981 The City Clerk has advised me that the election deadlines for 1982 have been revised so that the resolution calling the election and the resolution stating the measures must both be approved by the City Council at the January 4, 1982 meeting. Therefore, it is imperative that the Council make its decisions regarding the proposal at the December 14, 1981 study session. The agenda deadline for the January 4 meeting is December 23, 1981 . 1 would like to comment on a few of the items included in the proposal which may need expansion or clarification. Directly-elected Mayor If Council chooses to approve putting a directly-elected Mayor on the ballot, several additional areas will need clarification. The second paragraph in Section 300 (Mayor and City Council Terms) was written in anticipation of a Mayor being elected at the 1982 municipal election. Since this will not be the case, this wording would need to be changed. In Section 305 (Presiding Officer), a statement should probably be added which would clarify that the Mayor is a member of the City Council for all quorum and voting purposes, or the phrase "Mayor and City Council" should be added everywhere the City Council is mentioned. Section 309 (vacancies, forfeitures and replacement) should be clarified as to whether the procedures listed also apply to the Mayor's position. Section 311. City Treasurer. Powers and Duties. It is recommended that the existing wording be retained if the position remains elective with three exceptions: 1 . A qualifications section should be included, but the acceptable certifications should be footnoted, rather than placed in the main body of the Charter. 2. The provision regarding reporting requirements should be changed to reflect the realities of our existing financial and computer system. 3. The last sentence relating to appointment of employees should be deleted to conform with other sections of the Charter. Each of the subsections in which the Charter Revision Committee proposed changes is discussed separately below: "(a) Receive and collect on behalf of the City all taxes, assessments, license fees and other revenues of the City ." j . ✓T CHARTER REVISION PROPOSAL -2- December 8, 1981 This is a change from the existing Charter in that it emphasizes collections as a function of the Treasurer in addition to receiving. The existing Charter states the Treasurer shall "receive . . . revenues of the City, or for the collection of which the City is responsible". This proposed section transfers responsibility for collections from the City to the Treasurer. As funds are now collected by various departments, this may require changes in structure and/or procedure. "(b) Prescribe the means and procedures for collection of City funds if such responsibility is delegated to another department by the Treasurer." This further emphasizes the Treasurer's authority over the proposed collection function and gives him the power to delegate that function and prescribe procedures. Responsibility for collections is currently delegated by the City Administrator or the Council . For instance, the Community Services Department collects parking meter fees and recreation class fees. The Treasurer receives the funds after they have been collected. "(c) Provide and approve forms for receipts or funds." This is a clerical procedure which does not warrant being a Charter restriction. "(d) Have and keep custody of all public funds belonging to or under control of the City or any office, department or agency of the City government and, d� b�XX/�d�/��►h��/Xb/16�/A��r6XX�sd/�XX/X�vld /�`4Sd�X�S�i/ taking into consideration the cash flow responsibilities of all City operations, invest such funds to the benefit of the City in accordance with procedures or policies as may be designated by resolution of the City Council , bt�/Xf A& r4tXzXvS�/Id�i/Xdir�/itXt�/Pi,Bd�X�SX�>t`�`�X��' and in compliance with all of the provisions of the State Constitution and laws of the State governing the handling, depositing and securing of public funds." The existing section requires that funds be placed in a depository, but does not mention investment for the "benefit of the City". It is hoped that all investments are made for the benefit of the City. There does not appear to be a need to change this section. "(e) Be responsible for inventory valuation for insurance purposes." Being responsible for inventory valuation is not an existing duty of the City Treasurer, but Mr. Hall feels it would make his duties as Risk Manager easier to perform. Although Mr. Hall , as an individual , is responsible for the insurance or risk management programs, it does not necessarily follow that this should be the responsibility of the elected City Treasurer. Risk Management could just as logically be the responsibility of Personnel , City Attorney, Administrative Services, or the City Administrator's Office, and the location of this responsibility should be left to the discretion of the City Administrator. CHARTER REVISION PROPOSAL -3- December 8, 1981 "(f) Be responsible for insurance or self-insurance programs for the purpose of preserving the citizens investment in the assets of the City " Again, the responsibilities of Risk Manager should not be a Charter-mandated duty of the City Treasurer.. "(h) Prepare and regularly submit fb/tl��€/l�Xt�tt�St/lSl�/�X�S��SQ`b/ 06VSW* written reports of all receipts, to be merged with computer listings of disbursements and fund balances, and file copies of such reports with the City ANXrSMtA;t`bt Manager and City Council ." This change would reflect the realities of our financial system and we concur with the recommended changes. (t�S�vS�XX,�/����X�t/�titYf/d���6;t`�y/bt/,6���btX,��/tb/���X�t/Y►Xd�/bt/�tt/fit/ In accordance with Section 401 of the Charter, the City Administrator appoints all employees. This section is outdated and not followed. We concur with the Committee" s recommendation to eliminate this sentence. Section 607. Tax Limits. The City Attorney recommends that Section 607-b(1 ) which states "a tax sufficient to meet all liabilities of the City of principal and interest of all bonds and judgments due and unpaid, or to become due during the ensuing fiscal year, which constitute general obligations of the City" be retained in the Charter. Change of Municipal Election Date Councilman Don MacAllister requested at the Council meeting of November 16, 1981 , that information be presented regarding consolidation of the City's municipal election with County elections. Attached is a memo from the City Clerk stating the costs as well as some pros and cons. Also attached is a memo from the League of California Cities listing advantages and disadvantages of consolidation with other elections. This information is presented in an analysis of a new bill which allows general law cities to consolidate elections, but charter cities already have that right. Although the June primary election would cost more than the November general election, both would reflect savings from our current costs. CWT:JC:dp Attachments db H J& CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH To Jeri Chenelle, From Alicia M. Wentworth Administrative Analyst, Sr. City Clerk Subject CONSOLIDATION OF CITY ELECTION Date November 25, 1981 WITH COUNTY First, I would like to list the Orange County Cities who have either already consolidated with the County or are in the process. June Primary November General Anaheim Newport Beach Irvine Costa Mesa La Palma Brea Garden Grove The County is discouraging consolidations with the June Primary, but not refusing any city willing to pay the price. Primary Election Consolidation is 35¢ per registered voter. In 1980, Huntington J � Beach had 93,691 registered. (That would have cost $32,791 .85) a saving of $11 ,173.16, excluding the City Clerk 's Office paper work. Presently, registration is 93,779. �yct General Election Consolidation costs 20¢ per registered voter. With the same 1980 �0 figures, that would constitute a saving of $18,738.20. If Council chooses to make the change, it can be done by Ordinance, after the Charter is amended to eliminate reference to the April election date. As you can see by the attached, the manpower hours by the City Clerk's Office are many, excluding the paper work - Nomination Papers, Statements of Qualifications, Conflict of Interest, etc. The County will handle everything, including the paper work for a minimal extra charge, but most cities prefer to maintain control of that portion of the election. Arguments for and against, in my opinion, are as follows: April - FOR: (a) Ballot devoted entirely to City 'issues and candidates AGAINST: (a) Historically low voter turnout. (b) Higher costs than June or November consolidation. June - FOR: (a) Higher voter turnout (b) Cost savings to the City. (c) Using state precincts make it far more convenient to the electors . (d) Use of County precincts workers a saving of great effort on City Clerk's Office. (e) Need for DPW delivery and pickup of booths and ballot boxes and police extra services eliminated. Page #2 Consolidation of City Election with County AGAINST: (a) Propositions and measures could become political campaign issues. (b) Delay in obtaining election results. Not critical with new county tabulating machines. November - FOR & AGAINST: (a) Greatest cost savings to City. (b) Same arguments as the June Primary. (c) Greatest voter turnout projected. If the State Legislature reinstates the purge of voters who do not vote in the November election, our registration figure would be greatly reduced, thus reducing the cost of the elections no matter who conducts the election. AMW:bt 1 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION April 8, 1980 PERSONNEL Runners. :... . . . .. . ... . .. . .. . . . . . . . .. ... . .. 408.16. Receiving. Board.. . .. . . . . . . .. . .. .. . . .. . . . . . . . 60.00 Duplication Board...... . . . . . . . .. .. . . .. . . . . . . 25.00 Inspection Board.. ... . .... . . . . . . .. .. . .. . . . .. . . 187.50 Absentee Board. ..... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 70.00 Office Help .. ... . .. . .. . . . . . . . . . .. .. . 2,240.56 Data Processing Personnel . . . . . . ... . ....... . .. . 1 ,279.62 Security. .. ...... .. . . . . 0 . . .. . . . . . . .. . . .. . . . . 51 .84 Precinct Workers. ..... .... .. . . . . . . . .... . .. .... 8,540.00 POLLING PLACES Fifteen Polling Places. . . . . .. . . ... . . . . . :... . . . 375.00 ,EQUIPMENT Voting booth repairs. ..... .. . .. . . . ..... ..... 2,816.40 FPPC Act 4 volumes. .. .. . . . .. . .. .. . . . . .. . 75.00 Election Manual Updates. .. . . . .. ... . .. 11 .66 1980 Edition California Election Code. .. .. . . . . 19.50 Cable - computer terminal installation..... .. . 191 .94 3,114.50 SERVICES Martin & Chapman.. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . .. . 18,809.17 Clark ®. translation. .. . . . .. . . . . . . . .. ... .. . . . . . 385.00 Master Blueprint. .. .. 64.59 Huntington Beach Blueprint.. . .. . .. . . .. . .. . . . .. 45.58 U S Post Office.. . .. .... .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 7,738.20 West Orange Publishing: Company. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386.26 DPW m delivery of booths.. . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . .. .. . 184.03 27,612.83 GRAND TOTAL.. .. ... .... . .. ... ... .. .. . . .. . .. . . .. $ 43,965.01 responsive to local concerns, since in some instances they would be less indebted to city officials for their election. 6. Creates Langer ballots. The state general election and in particular the state primary election already require lengthy ballots. Consolidation would make these ballots even longer. City issues council elections will be placed at the end of the ballot, which might have a detrimental effect, and could outweigh any advantage resulting from higher voter turnout. uestions and Answers The fo wing are the most often asked questions regarding the intent and implementa ' n of SB 230., The League staff has reviewed these questions with the staff of the Se etary of State's off r However, it is important that the city consult with its own ci attorney for his/her opinio regarding this legislation. I. What are the dea ines for city council and board of supervi rs action if the city wishes to change the ril 1982 election date? It appears that board of sup visors' approval shoo formally begin before January 14, which is the first day the c clerk can is nominating papers. The integrity of the elections process must be ept in ind. The city should not begin the elections process for the April elects and then change election dates to avoid holding the April '82 election. The city should be mindful the fact that i ualified initiative or referendum measures are Winding t council must take acts n between December 31 and January 15. (See Isle tons Code Sections 4010-4011.) such measures are pending or if any others ve, been scheduled or. set to be so mi ed to the electorate in April, this ma affect the moving of the election date grid/or t- holding of a special- election. The ity should determine from the board of supervisors hove soon the bo d needs to ceive the city ordinance before taking action. ! �i Gi c is /�1. /✓d�Tiuo�s'Kj l All 1charter revision committee REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL NOVEM�EFi 19�1 FOE HUNTINGTON BEACH City Of Huntington teach J CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CITY COUNCIL RUTH FINLEY,Mayor RONALD R. PATTINSON,Mayor Pro Tem RUTH BAILEY JACK KELLY DON MacALLISTER BOB MANDIC JOHN THOMAS CHARLES W.THOMPSON,City Administrator CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE RON SHENKMAN,Chairman JACK GREEN,Vice Chairman TED BARTLETT DON MacALLISTER JERRY MATNEY DONALD SHIPLEY HARRIETT WIEDER JERI L.CHENELLE,Staff Liaison A.A City ®f Huntington Beach � - P.O. BOX 190 CALIFORNIA 92648 CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE November 10 , 1981 The Honorable' Mayor and Councilmembers City of Huntington Beach P . 0. Box 190 Huntington Beach , California 92648 -- - Dear Mayor and Councilmembers : Attached is the Charter Revision Committee ' s Report to the City Council . After considerable discussion and study ; the Committee has presented a document which we feel will provide a more efficient and effective manner of governing the City . As former Mayors of the City of Huntington Beach , our experience and knowledge of City operations has given us a special perspective which enables objective examination of our Charter by those who are familiar with loc?1 government operations , and yet no longer have a personal involve- ment as elected officials . The Committee recommends that the proposed Charter be placed on the . April , 1982 , municipal election ballot . We will be happy to write ballot arguments on the proposed Charter and to assist .Council in any way possible . We are available to meet with you to discuss the .proposal at your convenience. Thank you for this opportunity to serve the community . Sincerely, Ron Shenkman Chairman RS :ja. 2 SUMMARY The Charter Revision Committee has carefully reviewed the City Charter and drafted recommendations for changes. Input was solicited from the City Administrator, department heads, and employee associations. The Committee is grateful for their assistance. In addition, some Councilmembers had requested that specific ideas for change be investigated and this was done. Many changes recommended to the Council are merely "housekeeping" items which have been changed to conform with existing law or to clarify meanings. Listed below, however, are some of the major proposed changes which we would like to bring to your attention. It must be emphasized that only by reading the actual proposed charter itself can all the Charter changes be noted. Section 300. Mayor, City Council, Attorney, Clerk and Treasurer. Terms. This section ® provides for a mayor to be elected directly by the voters for a two year term. In the event that an incumbent member of the City Council is elected mayor, then the candidate for City Council who places fourth shall serve the remaining two years of the office vacated by the Councilmember who became Mayor. Section 302. Compensation. This section would establish the compensation of ® ouncilmembers, other than reimbursement for expenses, in the manner and amount as provided by the .State Government Code relating to Council salaries in general law cities in California. It also provides that the City Council shall fix the compensation of the -Mayor, by ordinance, at not less than the compensation of a City councilmember but not more than twice the compensation of a Councilmember. The Mayor's compensation cannot be increased or decreased after the Mayor's election or appointment and during his term of office. Section 309. City Attorney. The Charter Revision Committee strongly recommends that the City Attorney be appointed by the City Council through a merit process, rather than ® continuing as an elective position. If this position is. retained as an elective position, it is recommended that the two term limitation which currently applies to the City Council be t extended to apply to the elected City Attorney. Recommended wording is included in the Addendum. Section 310. City Clerk. The Committee strongly recommends that the City Clerk be appointed through a merit process, rather than continuing as an elective position. If this position is retained as an elective position, it is recommended that the two term limitation which currently applies to the City Council be extended to apply to the elected City Clerk. Recommended wording if the position is to remain elective is included in the Addendum. ® Section 311. City Treasurer. The Committee strongly recommends that the City Treasurer be appointed through a merit process, rather than continuing as an elective position. If this position is retained as an elective position, it is recommended that the two term limitation which currently applies to the City Council be extended to apply to the elected City Treasurer. In addition, if the position rernains elective, extensive revisions to the powers and duties are recommended. A qualifications section has been ® added which would require a professional certification in financial administration and a minimum of six years combined education and/or experience. Additions to the duties include collection of revenues, prescribing means and procedures for collection of city funds, providing and approving forms for receipts for funds, investing funds to the benefit of the City, responsibility for inventory valuation for insurance purposes and responsibility for insurance or self insurance programs for assets of the city. Recommended wording is included in the Addendum. Section 312. Vacancies, Forfeitures and Replacement. This section has been changed to require that vacancies automatically occur without a declaration by Council when any of the requirements are violated. A "crime involving moral turpitude" has been changed to a felony. Section 400. City Manager. Composition, Term, F_ligibi.lity and Removal. It is recommended that the term "City Administrator" be replaced by "City •Manager" throughout the Charter. Section 401. Powers and Duties. This section has been changed to require only review by Council, not approval, of the City .Manager's decision to appoint or remove a department head. Section 403. Personnel. This section would add department heads to the list of officers exempt from the Personnel System, except that each incumbent department heads serving at the time the new charter is adopted shall continue to be included in the personnel sytem until his or her position is vacated. Section 606. Determination of City Tax Rate. This section provides that the tax rate be set by resolution rather than ordinance. Section 607. Tax Limits. Most of this section has been eliminated to comply with recently passed tax initiatives which are now law. Section 608. Vote Required for Tax Measures This section has been entirely omitted as it is now regulated by state law. Section 609. Real Estate Transfer Tax. This section has been deleted since it is also regulated by state law. Section 614. Contracts on Public Works. This section proposes including maintenance and repair with the current requirement that all construction improvement contracts over $25,000 shall be let to the lowest bidder. The charter as it exists excludes maintenance and repair which leaves doubt as to whether maintenance and repair have no dollar limit or whether it is subject to an $8,000 limit per the City's purchasing ordinance. Section 800. Transition. A sentence has been deleted which required all boards, commissions and committees presently in existence to act in accordance with their original grant of.authority until ordinances pertaining to their activities were adopted. CITY CHARTER TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I . INCORPORATION AND POWERS OF THE CITY Section 100. Name Section 101. Seal Section 102. Boundaries Section 103. Powers of City Section 104. Construction Section 105. Intergovernmental Relations ARTICLE 11 FORM OF GOVERNMENT Section 200. Council - A&jAjjj1 4W `Manager* Form of Government ARTICLE III . ELECTIVE OFFICES Section 300. *Mayor and* City Council , Xt���4 �1►��f. Terms Section 301. Powers Vested in City Council Section 302. Compensation Section 303. Meetings and Location Section 304. Quorums, Proceedings and Rules of Order Section 305. Presiding Officer Section 306. Mayor Pro Tempore Section 307. Non-interference with Administration Section, 308. Official Bonds ���>�!¢Svf/�1��! 1CX��/liX�bfd��,!//l��i►��f�/�Vf�/��iX,7,�� � ����X��i/�XXt 2X>��y/Xt����i►'�fl//���i��'a/�viG/tnu��X,�� Section Vacancies, Forfeitures and Replacement Section XIXI*310* Conflict of Interest, Nepotism ARTICLE IV. APPOINTIVE OFFICES AND PERSONNEL Section 400. City I4&1� 1jiJAJ6f *Manager*. Composition, Term, Eligibility, Removal Section 401. Powers and Duties Section 402. Acting City PlNWWAW *Manager* Section 403. Personnel Section 404. Retirement System ® Section 405. Boards, Commissions and Committees ARTICLE V. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Section 500. Regular Ordinances. Enactment, Adoption, Publication, Amendment, When Effective and Codification Section 501. Emergency Ordinances Section 502. Resolutions Section 503. Publishing of Legal Notices c-1 ARTICLE VI . FISCAL ADMINISTRATION Section 600. Fiscal Year Section 601 . Annual Budget, Preparation by the City dtdd�XrSXff�>c�� *Manager* Section 602. Annual Budget. Submission to the City Council Section 603. Annual Budget. Public Hearing Section 604. Annual Budget. Further Consideration and Adoption Section 605. Annual Budget Appropriations Section 606. Determination of City Tax Rate Section 607. Tax Limits Section 0101*608.* Bonded Debt Limit Section $XX!*=09.* Revenue Bonds Section i3Xzl* * Sale of Public Utility Section $1X1*611 . * Execution of Contracts Section 9141*612.* Contracts on Public Works Section 0151*6a.* Granting of Franchises Section 0101*614.* Independent Audit ARTICLE VI1 . ELECTIONS Section 700. General Municipal Elections Section 701 . Special Municipal Elections Section 702. Procedure for Holding Elections Section 703. Initiative, Referendum and Recall Section 704. Nomination Papers ARTICLE VIII . MISCELLANEOUS Section 800. Transition Section 801. Definitions Section 802. Violations c-2 CHARTER We, the people of the City of Huntington Beach, State of California, do ordain and establish this Charter as the fundamental law of the City of • Huntington Beach under the Constitution of the State of California. ARTICLE I INCORPORATION AND POWERS OF THE CITY • Section 100. NAME. The municipal - corporation now existing and known as the City of Huntington Beach shall remain and continue to exist as a municipal corporation under its present name of "City of Huntington Beach." • Section 101. SEAL. The City shall have an official seal which may be changed from time to time by ordinance. The present official seal shall continue to be the official seal of the City until changed in the manner stated. Section 102. BOUNDARIES. The boundaries of the City shall continue as now established until changed in the manner authorized by law. • Section 103. POWERS OF CITY. The City shall have the power to make and enforce all laws and regulations in respect to municipal affairs, subject only to such restrictions and limitations as may be provided in this Charter • or in the Constitution of the State of California. Section 104. CONSTRUCTION. The general grant of power to the City under this Charter shall be construed broadly in favor of the City. The • specific provisions enumerated in this Charter are intended to be and shall be interpreted as limitations upon the general grant of power and shall be construed narrowly. If any provision of this Charter, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the Charter and the application of such provision to other persons or circumstances, shall not be affected thereby. Section 105. INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS. The City may exercise c-3 • any of its powers or perform any of its functions and may participate in the financing thereof, jointly or in cooperation, by contract or otherwise, with any one or more states or civil divisions or agencies thereof, or the United States or any agency thereof. ARTICLE 11 FORM OF GOVERNMENT Section 200. COUNCIL *MANAGER* FORM OF GOVERNMENT. The municipal government provided by this Charter shall be known as the Council *Manager* form of government. 41 ARTICLE III ELECTIVE OFFICES Section 300. *MAYOR and* CITY COUNC 1 L�/AXXOaW, 10MK/ANO 199A%099K. TERMS. The elective officers of the City shall consist of *a Mayor and* a City Council of AOOOO *six* members, IiiAiAI6¢//afyfd//d/lCAA, I/A!t!b'dr/rW/, all to be elected from the City at large at the times and in the manner provided in this Charter*. The Mayor shall serve for a term of two years and until his successor qualifies. The Council members ,wfm/N146 shall serve I& terms of four years and until their respective successors qualify. *The Mayor and three members of the City Council shall be elected at the general municipal election held in April of each even-numbered Year hereafter. In the event that an encumbent member of the City Council is elected Mayor, then the candidate for City Council who places fourth in the election shall succeed to the office vacated by the Mayor and serve the remaining two years of such term.* ��ffi����f�b/>�V��/�,�b�GX�X�✓�/bf/��X�/�V���bt,4'/���/fX�G�/d��a���r`�/�f/�YS� XvS/�SffX,E�/uvf�XX/,t61�/��f�Xfa>�XasvS/bf/��i�Xf/�`6���E��'�G�/��►`a��/�vsd/�bvl�,?'X/�YS�Xt c-4 �6dzYX/Xvdd/dddXY.��vSdX/d�dd��dt�/dtd/dX�d,add/d�/YSdt�X�S�fY�t/�t6�GXddd.!//Erb�6t UcfilsdtPH/06/0H /abdd4XX/iWl16d/6X kit dd/dX/ao/400ilix/RialaX g1161he au YidXd/Xd/�(�tlX,�/1g��,�/ddd/dddl�/fb�6tX1�/�yddt/XV�dtd�fXdtt//XYtdd/d�d�i�dt�/�X/XV�d aXY�y/ab�6vidXX/�I�dXX/ddl6Xdd,Ydd/dY/Xdd/�dddtdX/d�ddxdX��X/dX�d,�X6v�/1�dXA/XvS A0ell I15999 /Afti(i//dWYIHuVfVI*hAH/tA-✓a'r/ele/r/eIr// No person shall be elected as *Mayor or* a member of the City Council for more than two consecutive terms*,* and no person who has been *the incumbent of said position* AIPM iW for more than two years of a *four year term or one year of a two year* term to which some other person was elected A/rloeAMI shall be elected to the *office* aXR� a��d�XX more than one further consecutive term. *In addition, the Mayor or : a member of the City Council shall not be a candidate for the office of Mayor or Council member if his consecutive years of service in both positions, if elected, will total more than eight years. �c�tlX�/x�la��/dvfd/��X�/>�►��/��as��t�/��/x��/aXx�y/a����xX/���Ix���I�X����d�I� ��ddX�X/�X�dYX�v�/�VdXX/dd/ddXX�d/avid/VdXd/vS�X/Xd��/�lbdv�/�X�Y�/�f���'/vc�t/d��td ,�ddXYl�vSdX/�iddS�dt�/bf/XYSd/aXX�y/>lQ�6ddxX/fbt/�l�d/tdd��XvSd6tl6f/�VSd/,�dtd��/d�f�XtXvS� *No person shall file for election to more than one office specified in this section at the same election.* Subject to the provisions of this Charter, *the members of the City Council * U 0//ViW/0YHVJ1,CAMI/Vb1iaNVr1eV1AAd11VVW1AYYHOOO in office at the time this Charter takes effect shall continue in office until the expiration of their respective terms and the qualification of their successors. /aXY�y aX�tlE/�vSd/aXx�y/xt��if�t�t/�VSdXX/��/kX�t�dd/��/Ydd/�dvidt�X/d►ddXtX��X/dXkdYXdvf c-S The term of *the Mayor and' each member of the City Council, /tWOU* 014Yk�/hWIVYYJIITkkAA&k�l/a(rdd lfVi/,CAA�I/A(VVo'rHeV shall commence on the first Monday following his election. Ties in voting among candidates for office shall be settled by the casting of lots. Section 301 . POWERS VESTED IN CITY COUNCIL. All powers of the City shall be vested in the City Council except as otherwise provided in this Charter. Section 302. COMPENSATION. *Compensation of Council members, other than reimbursement for expenses, shall be established in the manner and amount as provided by the State Government Code relating to Council salaries in i� general law cities in California.* XYS�/tfi,stfi��Y /bY/fYf�/�XY�/fGdS�vf�`XX/XYS�XYidXYif �Y�ID1���a'/�V�X XI t���X�G�/��/��d������YXbd/f��/�>��X►�/��Y�GX���/��/�u��V/�/di�v��YX�y X_�f�y/l,f�//YIX�/k,G�i✓/df//4!v{ /Yi,G��dfkd//5�eWe'hotly'-�/fr /�fdYYa(d�'/ i�t/,(nbf�/l *The City Council shall , by ordinance, fix the compensation of the Mayor. The compensation of the Mayor shall be not less than the compensation of a member of the City Council and not more than twice the compensation of a member of the City Council . The Mayor ' s compensation shall not be increased or decreased after the Mayor' s election or appointment and during the Mayor's term of office.* In addition, *the Mayor and* each member of the City Council i shall receive reimbursement on order of the City Council for Council authorized traveling and other expenses when on official duty upon submission of itemized expense accounts therefor. In addition, *the Mayor and Council* members shall receive such reasonable and adequate amounts as may be established by ordinance, which amounts shall be deemed to be reimbursement to them of other routine and ordinary expenses, losses and costs imposed upon them by virtue of their serving as *Mayor and* City CouncildW *members*. c-6 Section 303. MEETINGS AND LOCATION. (a) Regular Meetings. The City Council shall hold regular meetings at least twice each month at such time as it shall fix by . ordinance or resolution and may adjourn or re-adjourn any regular meeting to a date and hour certain which shall be specified in the order of adjournment and when so. adjourned each adjourned meeting shall be a regular meeting for all purposes. If the hour to which a meeting is adjourned is not stated in the order of adjournment, such meeting shall be held at the hour for holding regular meetings. If at any time any regular meeting falls on a holiday such regular meeting shall be held on the next business day. (b) Special Meetings. A special meeting may be called at any time by the Mayor, or by a majority of the members of the City Council , by written notice to each member of the City Council and to each local newspaper of general circulation, radio or television station requesting notice in writing. Such notice must be delivered personally or by mail at least twenty-four hours before the time of such meeting as specified in the notice. . The call and notice shall specify the time and place of the special meeting .and the business to be transacted. No other business shall be considered at such meeting. If any person entitled to such written notice files a written waiver of notice with the City Clerk, it may be dispensed with. Such waiver may be given by telegram. This notice requirement shall be considered fulfilled as to any person who is actually present at the meeting at the time it convenes. . In the event of an emergency affecting the public peace, health or safety, a special meeting may be called as provided in this section with �1 less than twenty-four hours written notice by the Mayor Pro Tem in the mayor' s absence or by any member of the City Council in the absence of both the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem provided that the nature of the emergency is set forth in the minutes of the meeting. ® c-7 (c) Place of Meetings. All regular meetings shall be held in the Council Chambers of the City or in such place within the City to which any such meeting may be adjourned. If, by reason of fire, flood or other emergency, it shall be unsafe to meet in the place designated, the meetings may be held for the duration of the emergency at such place within the City as is designated. by the Mayor, or, if he should fail to act, by a majority of the members of the City Council . (d) Open Meetings. All regular and special meetings of the City Council shall be open and public, and all persons shall be permitted to attend such meetings, except that the provisions of this section shall not apply to executive sessions. Subject to the rules governing the conduct of City Council met i ngs, no person shall be denied the right to be heard by the City Council . Section 304. QUORUMS, PROCEEDINGS AND RULES OF ORDER. (a) Quorum. A majority of the members of the City Council shall constitute a quorum to do business but a lesser number may adjourn from time to time. In the absence of all the members of the City Council from any regular meeting or adjourned regular meeting, the City Clerk may declare the same adjourned to a stated day and hour. The City Clerk shall cause written notice of a meeting adjourned by less than a quorum or by the City Clerk to be delivered personaly or by mail to each Council member at least twenty-four hours before the time to which the meeting is adjourned, or such notice may be dispensed with in the same manner as specified in this Charter for dispensing with notice of special meetings of the City Council . (b) Proceedings. The City Council shall judge the qualification of its members as set forth by the Charter. It shall judge all election returns. Each member of the City Council shall have the power to administer oaths and affirmations in any investigation or proceeding pending before the c-8 i City Council . . The City Council shall have the power and authority to compel the attendance of witnesses, to examine them under oath and to compel the production of evidence before it. Subpoenas shall be issued in the name of the City and be attested by the City Clerk. They shall be served and complied with in the same manner as subpoenas in civil actions. Disobedience. of such subpoenas, or the refusal to testify (upon other than constitutional. grounds) l. shall constitute a misdemeanor, and shall be punishable in the same manner as violations of this Charter are punishable. The City Council shall have control of all legal business and proceedings and all property of the legal department, and may employ other attorneys to take charge of . or may contract for any prosecution, litigation or other legal matter or business. (c) Rules of Order. The City Council shall establish rules for the conduct of its proceedings and evict or prosecute any member or other person for disorderly conduct at any of its meetings. Upon adoption of any ordinance, resolution, or order for payment of money, or upon the demand of any member, the City Clerk shall call the roll and shall cause the ayes and noes taken on the question to be entered in the minutes of the meeting. Section 305. . PRESIDING OFFICER. KX/ Vi6/(Lb>!iVfsEXX/d��� X��/�R/Yif+iXl�i/��i� i >ZXYiy//Q'du'ta'd'✓Y//s ll/I//cfi��t//a�rYd'/kh��l�l//dYddY/ky( l/�Sf//Vtlsl/r �hl5kfk//a(�/�lfr 'The* presiding officer *of the City Council*, / shall *be* WO the flfW/of Mayor. The Mayor may make and second motions and shall have a voice and vote ® in all , its proceedings. The Mayor shall be the official head of the City for all ceremonial purposes; shall have the primary but not the exclusive responsibility' for interpreting the policies, programs and needs of the City government to the people, and as occasion requires, may inform the people of any major change in policy or program; and shall perform such other duties , 40 c-9 consistent with the office as may be prescribed by this Charter or ,as may be imposed by the City Council . X)/��/dI, /j��/�YS,�XX/�6�iG /X► /��ir�l�/� ��r�XX�i/�IE/>`1+5� Section 306. MAYOR PRO TEMPORE. The City Council shall also designate one of its members as Mayor Pro Tempore, who shall serve in such capacity at the pleasure of the City Council . The Mayor Pro Tempore shall perform the. duties of the Mayor during the Mayor's absence or disability or at the Mayor ' s request. Section 307. NON-INTERFERENCE WITH ADMINSTRATION. Except as otherwise provided in this Charter, no member of the City Council shall order, directly or indirectly, the appointment by the City AUXvfWfAW *Manager*, or by any of the department heads in administrative service of the City, of any person to any office or employment, or removal therefrom. Except for the purpose of investigation and inquiry, the members of the City Council shall deal with the admini.strative service under the jurisdiction of the. City AARWIWAU1 *Manager* solely through the City A461AWIAW *Manager*, and no member of the City Council shall give orders to any subordinate of the City KAtfiXYSI W A W *Manager*, either publicly or privately. Section 308. OFFICIAL BONDS. The City Council shall fix by ordinance or resolution the amounts and terms of the official bonds of all officials or employees who are required by this Charter or by ordinance to give such bonds. All bonds shall be executed by responsible corporate surety, shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney, and shall be filed with the City Clerk. Premiums on official bonds shall be paid by the City. A blanket bond may be used if it provides the same protection as the required separate bond would provide. In all cases wherein an employee of the City is required to furnish a faithful performance bond, there shall be no personal liability upon, or any c-10 right to recover against, the employee's superior officer or other officer_ or employee or the bond of the latter, unless such superior officer, or other officer or employee is a party to the act or omission, or has conspired in the B wrongful act directly or indirectly causing the loss. 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(a) Vacancies. A vacancy in the City Council or in any other office designated as elective by this Charter, from whatever cause arising, shall be filled by appointment by the City Council . (b) Forfeiture. If a member of the City Council is absent from all regular *and special* meetings of the City Council for a period of thirty consecutive days from and after the last regular City Council meeting attended by such member, unless by permission of the City Council expressed in its official minutes, the office shall *automatically* become vacant. If an elected City officer is convicted of a *felony* dtXd�k/Xvi�GdXiGXdg/d�dtdX/ ><ff�Xt`1i01k or ceases to be an elector of the City, the office shall *automatically* become vacant. XYSk/aXX�i/abKfvfkXXldYS,�XXlsdkkXktklVSk/k�EXXkti�E1 6f/Mkh/AArhfaf 6%1 Any elective officer of the City who shall accept or retain any other, elective public office, 1/ s h a I 1 be deemed thereby to have *automatically* vacated the office under the City government. (c) Replacement. In the event it shall fail to fill a vacancy by 40 appointment within sixty days after such office shall become vacant, the .City Council shall forthwith cause an election to be held to fill such vacancy for the remainder of the unexpired term. Section XXX1*310* CONFLICT OF INTEREST, NEPOTISM. (a) Conflict of Interest. The City Council shall adopt or approve rules and regulations regulating conflicts of interest and promoting fair c-14 s dealing in all City business. (b) Nepotism. The City Council shall not appoint to a salaried position under the City government any person who is a relative by blood or marriage within the third degree of any one or more of the members of such City Council , nor shall the City AARVAXWA UI *Manager* or any department head or other officer having appointive power appoint any relative of such person or of any Council member within such degree to any such position. This provision shall not affect the employment or promotional status of a person who has, attained a salaried position with the City prior to the existence of a situation contemplated by this provision; however, Council members or officers. with appointive powers in such a situation shall disqualify themselves from all decisions affecting the employment and promotional status of such person. . ARTICLE IV APPOINTIVE OFFICES AND PERSONNEL Section 400. CITY AWWWWOR *MANAGER*. COMPOSITION, TERM, ELIGIBILITY, REMOVAL. (a) Compos i t ion. There shall be a City A461vfMIAA *Manager* who. shall` be the .chief administrative officer of the City. (b) Term. The *Manager* shall be appointed by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the members of the City Council and shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council ; provided, however, that the i person occupying the office shall not be removed from office except as herein provided. (c) Eligibility. The A461 SMIA W *Manager* shall be chosen on • the basis of executive and administrative qualifications, with special reference to actual experience in and knowledge of accepted practice as regards the duties of the office as herein set forth. No person shall be eligible to be appointed City A461 I W AtH *Manager* or Acting City c-15 O P�Ad�Xd�X�tfAL4Sf *Manager* wh i 1 e sery i ng as a member of the C i ty Counc i 1 nor within one year following the termination of membership on the City Council . (d) Removal . The City AMXAIW AHI *Manager* shall not be removed from office during or within a period of ninety days next succeeding any municipal election at which a member of the City Council is elected. At any other time me the City *Manager* may be removed only. at a regular meeting of the City Council and upon the 'affirmative vote of a majority ,of the members of the City Council . At least *fifteen* Mf,t* days prior to the effective date of removal , the City AQdIAlif/A Af *Manager* shall be furnished with a written notice stating the Council 's intentions and, if requested by the City RMWW A W *Manager*, the reasons therefor. Within seven days after receipt of such notice, the City AQdWXA;t`,'AW *Manager* may by written notification to the City Clerk request a public hearing before the City Council , in which event the Council shall fix a time for a public hearing which shall be held at its regular meeting place before the expiration of the *fifteen* day period above referred to. The City I4Ad�XviX�ffAbf *Manager* shall appear and be heard at such hearing. After furni.shing the City ANJAWIAW *Manager* with written notice of the intended removal , the City Council may suspend the /(NXOWIAW *Manager* from duty, but his compensation shall continue until removal as herein provided. In removing the City *Manager*, the City Council shall use its uncontrolled discretion and its action shall be final and shall not depend upon any particular showing or degree of proof at the hearing, the purpose of which is to: allow the City Council and the City AA61iA1WW1 *Manager* to present to each other and to the public all pertinent facts prior to the final action of removal . Section 401 . POWERS AND DUTIES. Except as otherwise provided in this Charter, . the City I4NXvfXA#W61 *Manager* shall be responsible to the c-16 • City Council for the proper administration of all affairs of the City. Without limiting this general grant of powers and responsiblities, the City *Manager shall have the power and be required to: • (a) Appoint, promote, demote, suspend or remove department heads, off i cers and employees of the City However, no department head shall be appointed or removed until the City 6(dd�XvSX1't� 6f • *Manager* shall first have reviewed such appointment or removal with the City Council . • (b) Prepare the budget annually, submit it to the City Council , and be responsible for its administration upon adoption. (c) Prepare and submit to the City Council as of the end of each • fiscal year, a complete report on the finances of the City, and annually or more frequently, a current report of the principal administrative activities of the City. • (d) Keep the City Council advised of the financial condition and future needs of the City and make such recommendations as may seem desirable. S (e) Maintain a centralized purchasing system for all City offices, departments and agencies. (f) Prepare, administer and enforce rules and regulations recommended to and adopted by the City Council governing the contracting for, • purchase, inspection, storage, inventory, distribution and disposal of all supplies, materials and equipment required by any office, department or agency of the City government. (g) Be responsible for the compliance by the City with the laws of the State pertaining to the City, the provisions of this Charter and the ordinances, franchises and rights of the City. (h) Subject to policy established by the C.ity Council , exercise c-17 control of all administrative offices and departments of the City and of all appointive officers and employees except those directly appointed by the City Council and prescribe such general rules and regulations as he may deem i necessary or proper for the general conduct of the administrative offices and departments of the City under his jurisdiction. ( i ) Perform such other duties consistent with this Charter as may be • required by the City Council . Section 402. ACTING CITY AOMINISTRA109 *MANAGER*. During any temporary absence or disability of the City ANXvSWW61 *Manager*, the Assistant City *Manager* shall serve as Acting City *Manager*. During any temporary absence or disability of both the C i ty *Manager* and the Assistant City WXrSXWAW *Manager*, the City *Manager* shall appoint one of the other officer or department heads of- the City to serve as Acting City AWAXWAW *Manager*. In the event the City AdHrSWIAW *Manager* fails to make such appointment, such appointment may be made by the City Council . Section 403. PERSONNEL. In addition to the *Mayor,* City Council , and City K�dd�XvSX1�t`�1Cb� a *Manager*, the officers and employees of the City shall consist of such other officers, assistants, deputies and employees as the City Council may provide by ordinance or resolution. The City Council shall establish such reasonable compensation and fringe benefits as are appropriate by ordinance or resolution for such offices., officials and employees except as herein provided. The. City Council shall maintain by ordinance a comprehensive personnel system for the City. The City Assistant City 11dWXWAW ;Manager, Department Heads* and any officers designated as elective by the Charter shall be exempt, *except that any incumbent department head serving at the time this Charter is adopted shall continue to be included c-18 in the personnel system until his position is vacated. At that time, the position will become exempt.* The *personnel* system shall consist of the establishment of minimum standards of employment and qualifications for the various classes of employment and procedures to be followed in advancement, demotion, suspension and discharge of employees included within the system, as the City Council shall determine to be fbl *in* the best interest of the public service. The ordinance shall designate the appointive officers and employees who shall be included within the system. By subsequent ordinances the City Council may amend the system or the list of appointive officers and employees included within the system, provided, however, that once included within the system, no officer or employee shall be withdrawn therefrom (unless the office or position is actually 406M)4041/41 eliminated) without the approval of such withdrawal at a regular or special election by a majority of the voters voting on such proposition. The system shall comply with all other provisions of this Charter. Section 404. RETIREMENT SYSTEM. The City shall participate in a retirement system. Secton 405. BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES. The City Council shall establish such boards, commissions and committees as are deemed necessary for the orderly functioning of the City. All such boards, commissions and committees shall report directly to the City Council . ARTICLE V ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Section 500. REGULAR ORDINANCES. ENACTMENT, ADOPTION, PUBLICATION, AMENDMENT, WHEN EFFECTIVE AND CODIFICATION. . (a) Enactment. In addition to such other acts of the City Council as are required by this Charter to be taken by ordinance, every act of the City Council establishing a fine or other penalty, or granting a franchise, c-19 shall be by ordinance. The enacting clause of all ordinances shall be substantially as follows: "The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does ordain. as follows: ." No order for the payment of money shall' be adopted or made at other than a regular or adjourned regular meeting Upon introduction and second reading, an ordinance shall be read by title only. Unless a higher vote is required by other provisions of this Charter, the affirmative vote of at least four of the City Council shall be required for the enactment of any ordinance or for the making or approving of any order for the payment of money. All ordinances shall be signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk. *(b) Introduction. A regular ordinance may be introduced at a regular, adjourned, or special meeting.* (Ib *) Adoption. A regular ordinance shall be adopted only at a regular or adjourned regular meeting held no less than five days after its introduction. In the event that any ordinance is altered after its introduction, it shall be finally adopted only at a regular or adjourned regular meeting held no less than five days after the date it was so altered. The correction of typographical or clerical errors shall not constitute the making of an alteration within the meaning of the foregoing sentence. *d*) Publication. The City Clerk shall cause each ordinance to be posted in three places designated by the City Council within the City and to be published by title with a brief summary at least once within fifteen days after its adoption in a daily, semiweekly or weekly newspaper, published in the County or the City and circulated in the City, which is selected by the City Council For that purpose. (A *e*) Amendment. The amendment of any section or subsection of an ordinance may be accomplished solely by the re-enactment of such section or subsection at length, as amended. c-20 (� *f*) When Effective. Every ordinance shall become effective thirty days from and after the date of its adoption, except the following, which shall take effect upon adoption: (1 ) An ordinance calling or otherwise relating to an election; (2) An improvement proceeding ordinance adopted under some special law or procedural ordinance relating thereto; (3) An ordinance declaring the amount of money necessary to be, raised by taxation, or fixing the rate of property taxation, or levying the annual tax upon property. (4) An emergency ordinance adopted in the manner provided in this Charter. (f *g*) Codification. Detailed regulations pertaining to any subject and comprehensive codifications of valid ordinances may be adopted by reference, with the same effect as an ordinance, in the manner set forth herein; however, such regulations and codifications need not be published in the manner required for other ordinances, but not less than three copies . thereof shall be filed for use and examination by the public in the office of the City Clerk prior to adoption. Ordinances codified shall be repealed as of the effective date of the codification. Amendments to the code shall be enacted by ordinance. Section 501 . EMERGENCY ORDINANCES. Any ordinance declared by the City Council to be necessary as an emergency measure for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, and containing a statement of the reasons for its urgency, may be adopted in the manner provided in Section 500 except that such emergency ordinance may be introduced, enacted and adopted at one and the same regular or special meeting and shall take effect immediately upon adoption if passed by at least . five affirmative votes. c-21 Section 502. RESOLUTIONS. The City Council may act by resolution or minute order in all actions not . required by this Charter to be taken by ordinance. Section 503. PUBLISHING OF LEGAL NOTICES. The City Council shall cause to be published all legal notices and other matters required to be published by law in a daily, semiweekly or weekly newspaper published in the County or the City and circulated in the City which is selected by the City Council for that purpose. No defect or irregularity in proceedings taken under this section shall invalidate any publication where it is otherwise in conformity with this Charter or law or ordinance. ARTICLE VI FISCAL ADMINISTRATION Section 600. FISCAL YEAR. The fiscal year of the City shall be from July 1 to June 30 unless otherwise established by ordinance. Section 601 . ANNUAL BUDGET, PREPARATION BY THE CITY AWOMIXd 109 *MANAGER*. At such date as the City /(NXAXWAlElSf *Manager* shall determine, each board or commission and each department head shall furnish to the City KQdWXWAW *Manager*, personally, or through the Director of Finance, i estimates of the department' s, board's or commission' s revenue and expenditures for the ensuing fiscal year, detailed in such manner as may be prescribed by the City KdcfiXAXWAW *Manager*. In preparing the proposed budget, the City AARV dXWAW *Manager* shall review the estimates, hold conferences thereon with the respective department heads, boards or commissions as necessary, and may revise the estimates as may be deemed advisable. Section 602. ANNUAL BUDGET. SUBMISSION TO THE CITY COUNCIL. The City I4M,l'ViXWAW *Manager* shall submit the proposed budget to the City Council at least sixty days prior to the beginning of each fiscal year. After c-22 reviewing the proposed budget and making such revisions as it may deem advisable, the City Council shall hold a public hearing thereon at least fifteen: days prior to the beginning of each fiscal year and shall cause to be published a notice thereof not less than ten days prior to said hearing. Copies of the proposed budget shall be available for inspection by the public in the office of the City Clerk at least ten days prior to said hearing. Section 603. ANNUAL BUDGET. PUBLIC HEARING. At the time so advertised or at any time to which such public hearing shall from time to time be .adjourned, the City Council shall hold a public hearing on the proposed budget, at which interested persons desiring to be heard shall be given such opportunity. Section 604. ANNUAL BUDGET. FURTHER CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION. At the conclusion of the public hearing the City Council shall further consider the proposed budget and make any revisions thereof that it may deem adv i sable and on or before the 1 ast day of the f i seal year i t sha 11 adopt the budget with revisions, if any, by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the total members of the Council . Upon final adoption, the budget shall be in effect for the ensuing fiscal year. Copies thereof, certified by the City a� Clerk, shall be filed with the City AQdWIWA1r`95¢ *Manager*, Director of Finance, City Treasurer and the person retained by the City Council to perform the post audit function, and a further copy shall be placed, and shall remain d on file in the office of the City Clerk where it shall be available for public inspection. The budget so certified shall be reproduced and copies made ® available for the use of the public and of departments, offices and agencies of the City. Section 605. ANNUAL BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS. From the effective date ® of the budget, the several amounts stated therein as proposed expenditures shall be and become appropriated to the several departments, offices and c-23 • agencies for the respective objects and purposes therein named; provided, however, that the City A461 iXWAU1 *Manager* may transfer funds from one object or purpose to another within the same department, office or agency. All appropriations shall lapse at the end of the fiscal year to the extent that they shall not have been expended or lawfully encumbered. At any public meeting after the adoption of the budget, the City Council may amend or supplement the budget by motion adopted by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the total members of the City Council . Section 606. DETERMINATION OF CITY TAX RATE. The City Council shall prescribe by ordinance for the assessment, levy and collection of *such* taxes *as the City can constitutionally impose and set the rate annually by resolution.* t,¢�oS/¢toy¢dtt�/vGtfX�` /X�/XdrEdl�Xd/f�S�/d��ivfXdX¢�X/¢�b�¢bdtll//Xf/Xlfid �Xt�i/�oSdv4dXX/X�XXd/Xo5/XX/clXf�d/tdXk/dv�d/Xk�d�y/t��d�/boi/oSt/�dfastdl�(�6�ddt/�X/XrS dd�/�i6dt,�/Xf'Sd/tdtdlf�t/tl�b/dd/Ct/¢tddddXv�¢/fX�ddX/�yddt/�KdXX/XVSdtdd¢�d/lSd �dX�d►�1CXt�XX�y/�d�¢,�dd l��Shc dl Xd�kl�;�1 d,G�EV�I tdtd/�1��XX/dd/dddd�dd/t�114��Gd/l6dde� Xk�Xdd/oSvS/dXX/X��d�Xk/¢t�¢dtt�y/Xd/tl�d/izXX�/X�t/Xl�d/ddttdoftlXXdddX/�ddt/ Section 607. TAX LIMITS. Kd�' XYSd/�Xf�y/IrbdvSdXX/�1�dXX/d�X/X��b�/d/¢tb¢dtt�/,td�/Xbt/d�doiXtX¢�X ¢�t¢oS�d�/Xd/d�kdd�t/bf/��id/��XXdt/doSv6�G�XX�y/boi/��td/�ddlNdvidtdd/l��XXdit/�t1tYSd dtt6��dd//�Xtid/bX/X��d�Xk/¢tb¢dtX�y/Xoi/tad/�XX/j�/d�dd¢�ldt/�tl�dt`aGd'��!¢td�6Xd�d Xo�/;�6iX�ItddtX�oS,�/u�vfXd�t/�u�t1��►�Xtdd/��/fdd/dfXXtd�dtX�d/��td/dt/d/d�d��tXt�y/bf XYSd/dXbdt�t�/�G�tXvS�/boS/d/¢td¢oStXtXbvf/tb/Xddtdd�d/d,Gdl�/Xd�6�/dt/�of�ldX,�dtXbv�IdX �4V�X,�1�/XV�d/�ddttX�d/bf/dudV/dddXtXbvs�X/Xd�b�y/f6t/d�r�dX�X¢�X/¢�6f¢��d�/Xd/ddfSd�XXtdd XoS/tf�d/dX,�d,to5ftl//X6S�/v1�bd�kSdr`/bf/�d�ft/Xt�dt/ttidl�/dddXtX�rf�X/Xd�d�/Xt/Xas/tS6/aSddd tl+i�XX1�d/t¢dtXPX,�d/Xo�/tdt!-i/¢t�¢oStXtX6d,1 X�y There shall be levied and collected at the same time and in the same manner as other property taxes for municipal purposes are levied and c-24 ® col 1 ected�//ass//k�1ddXAnb�l//11 �t�$I //�rG�Jddf/Itlo�/, I�d/iado�/e�/XX�4X�,�fX�Svf if no other provision for payment thereof is made*,* 4 KXIl K//fd�k// daffXdXbvifl/Xd//�iddf//dXX//XXd�XXXfXd //df//XYSd td d��d$d/ddd/du�fXv��IX6Shcdd�l,XvS�/fX�ddX/�ddr`,�I�G�fXdYi/d�5r4�fXf✓fd/gdvfdldX ® ddXX,�dfXdvi�/df/XYd/�Xf�y,�/ddd *a* tax sufficient to meet all obligations of the City for the retirement system in which the City, participates, due and unpaid or to become due during the ensuing fiscal year. Qd� �¢ddXdX/Xd�Xd�,�/Xd/dddXf�'6�S/fd/XVid/d�d�bd/d�fd/dd;�I��G�Jddf/fb/fYd ddd�d/XXd�XfdfXdrf,�/d►,��y/�d/d�ddd/dvfvi✓,�XX�i,�/Kd�dd/6�S/3rX f�/��SdefdX X/d¢¢/rb�dd � d�fXaSdfd��/fdf/XVid/fdXXdrGXd¢/d¢ddXfX,E/¢dti6aS�dfi�/fdf/vio5,�/X6/d�f�6dd/f�Sd fdXXdrGXvi�/f��¢ddfxlid/XXd►Xf�/fdf/X�So5�6/¢d!¢�6�d�/fd!/�GYiXdYi/XXd�Xf�/d�`d/YfdldX�f/�dZ fdff 65,�/f�/�4Xf,!//¢dllf�`/dvid/lddlbdlEXaS�i/dvfd/Vidtfidvi/�`6!/iX�`t��/liuS,f/fd/d�Fs�6dd/$�lzp � ¢df/ddd/w��safdd/�dXXdf�,�/XXdfdfXd�/vSdf/fd/d�Edddd/$�IXS/¢df/�vld/Nu�vidfdd �dXXdf��'/¢f6di�fX6►�dX/X�SXdId���/�4vShc�`uXfliv`dXl�4ffdX►��/d�df/f�i/d�f�ddd/;��lf�7l¢d/ 0rsd/Hu�vidfdd/��XXd��,�/dvfd/dX�GXX/ddfdvf�dlddd/dX�d�;�d!/¢/d¢dlddvid��/v�df/f6/k��ddd � $Al��/¢df/pvfd/ddddfkd/��XX,�I�I//XY�d/¢r`ddddd�/6f/ddd/�¢ddXdX/Xd��y/d�dXX/�d/d�6d fdf/dd/ditrlfdf/¢df¢d�d/fVfdd/XVSdf/�¢ddXfXddl ® df/b;�VSdv`/d�dd�ufd/rGVfd�d/¢/X�SdX¢dX/¢,b/¢aS�6/Xd/fed//dX�Xd¢1�f/fd�dvS�bd�/dry/dvi� Xddfdd�d/Xdlfold/ddd✓vif/X�dfddf�/�>�dXX/dd/Xd�GXkd,�/bvfddfdd/d//d�fddXX�l�dd/d�Efd¢f f6�/dfdXvSd�f��/ddd¢fdd/Vl�y/fVld/dffX,�$idfX�d/�Gdfd/bf/df/Xdddt/fX�Gd/XgX/d�d$i�dr`�/bf ® fVid/�Xf�/a,��bvSdXX;�/¢�'d�GXddd,�/Yfd�id�bd/�/XYidf/dd�y/Xd�f/Xd�GXdd/df/ddXXddXdd/¢dl�u�dvff td/�ddfXdvllB�7��yldfl,f�SX�laY�d/fdf/�dSdXX/dd/d�fdaS¢f/fr`da�IXYSd/aiXdXa4dd�I�dfXvi� fd�dXfd�Skvsf/df/f�iX�/.�ddfXdrfl ® XI�Xd/�ddfXdvi/�VSdXX/�Sd,t/d¢¢X�/fd/ddd/XXfdvS�d�/¢dfd�Xf,�/df/,�rf�/dfl�df/fde� c-25 VSAAXZid�/��YbY�y/d�SA/r4dXfAt6/ XI�XA//���>✓Yd�f//�b(a(YY//rXdtf//afp�p'lij///t/o�//a�vy//,G�k,h//bt �bt�Xbbizbb/bt/b��t�b �r`b�GXAdQ/AtiAY/X,�b/bt/AV��t�b/X�/dXtbA;�X�y/tbXbYbA/Xb/�u�bV�/bib/bt/�dt�dXbb,�/XA dl�dtgdAl;�b/XVfd/AAdt/bt/�dt�bA/tdAdX�GXv��/�u�Al�/�dt�GzAd,�/dviA/zA/Xb/���i/bt t�z�>��t��rz�c�raz��rzbtrz>��r���z�rbzr��b�zsz�gr���l�rr,��/btr��t�z��z XKX�/�dAtXbvf/�VSdXX/vSbt/A��X�y/tb/,�d�y/fdd/bt/A�dt�drtAXdYXvS�/tb/�vi�y YtdvidViX�d/bt/�tb�tXdYdt�y/Ytivf,fYXbvS/bf/XYS6/aXt�y,! ����zb�/iat�g. alxalc/a;�xaXa/xaa��aaa/xaXz//x>��/aXz�/ab��>tXX/���XXr�bz X k�iy/A/X��/bvS/X�id/Xtdri�PAt/bt/>fuSvitid���f,td/bf/dA�/XvSY6tA�X/X rS/tAAX/�tb�dt,f�i �9 ti�fXA��/A>'�YSdtX�Ad/��/tVSd/dfYXtd��1EXaGdrtidfd/bf/A/d���btXY�ylbYlfVtd/AXAAYbt�/�GaS�X�Stj b�S/d/�tb�vS�Xt,7b�i/A,��d�XtXdd/Xb/X�Sd/AX,�dtbt�/tb/du�Z�dtX�A/��bAl�/t��/fit/d/�dvSdtdX bt/��d,tX�X/bX,�AtXbvS/ Section 010 *608*. BONDED DEBT LIMIT. The City shall not incur an indebtedness evidenced by general obligation bonds which shall in the aggregate exceed the sum of 12 percent of the total assessed valuation, for purposes of City taxation, of all the real and personal property within the. City. No bonded indebtedness which shall constitute a general obligation of the City may be created unless authorized by the affirmative vote of the majority required by law of the electors voting on such proposition at any election at which the question is submitted to the electors. Section 011 *609*. REVENUE BONDS. Bonds which are payable only out of such revenues, other than taxes, as may be specified in such bonds, may be issued when the City Council by ordinance shall have established a procedure for the issuance of such bonds. Such bonds, payable only out of revenues, c-26 shall not constitute an indebtedness or general obligation of the City. No such bonds payable out of revenues shall be issued without the assent of the ® majority of the voters voting upon the proposition for issuing the same at an election at which such proposition shall have been duly submitted. to the registered voters of the City. It shall be competent for the City to make contracts and covenants for the benefit of the holders of any such bonds payable only from revenues and which shall not constitute a general obligation of the City for the. ® establishment of a fund or funds, for the maintaining of adequate rates or charges, for restrictions upon further indebtedness payable out of the same fund or revenues, for restrictions upon transfer out of such fund, and other ® appropriate covenants. Money placed in any such special fund for the payment of principal and/or interest on any issue of such bonds or to assure the application thereof to. a specific purpose shall not be expended for any other ® purpose whatever except for the purpose for which such special funds were established and shall be deemed segregated from all other funds of the City and reserved exclusively for the purpose for which such special fund was ® established until the purpose of its establishment shall- have been fully accomplished. Section 617 *610*. SALE OF PUBLIC UTILITY. No public utility now or hereafter owned or operated by the City shall be sold, leased or otherwise transferred or disposed of unless authorized by the affirmative votes of at least a majority of the total membership of the City Council and by the ® affirmative vote of at least a majority of the electors voting on such proposition at a general or special election at which such proposition is submitted. Section *611 EXECUTION OF CONTRACTS. Except as hereinafter provided, the City shall be bound by a contract only if it is made in writing, ® c-27 approved by the City Council and signed on behalf of the City by the Mayor and City Clerk or by a City officer designated by the City Council and only upon the direction of the City Council . Exceptions to this procedure are as follows: (a) By ordinance or resolution the City Council may authorize the City *Manager* or other officer to bind the City, with or without a written contract, for the acquisition of equipment, materials, supplies, labor, services or other items included within the budget approved by the City Council , and may impose a monetary limit upon such authority. (b) By ordinance or resolution, the City Council may provide a method for the sale or exchange of personal property not needed in the City service or not fit for the purpose for which intended, and for the conveyance of title thereto. (c) Contracts for the sale of the products, commodities or services of any public utility owned, controlled or operated by the City may be made by the manager of such utility or by the head of the department or City A&VrSWW6l *Manager* upon forms approved by the city KAd�XvSX� r`�>lbt *Manager* and at rates fixed by the City Council . Section 014 *612*. CONTRACTS ON PUBLIC WORKS. Except as hereinafter expressly provided, every contract involving an expenditure of more than Twenty-five Thousand Dollars ($25,000) for the construction or improvement (A-AVIAA N *including* maintenance and repair) of public buildings, works, streets, drains, sewers, utilities, parks and playgrounds, and each separate purchase of materials or supplies for the same, where the expenditure required for such purchase shall exceed the sum of Twenty-five Thousand Dollars ($25,000) , shall be let to the lowest responsible bidder after notice by publication. in accordance with Section 503 by f06 *one* or more insertions, the first of which shall be at least ten days before the time for opening bids. The City Council may reject any and all bids presented and may c-28 readvertise in its discretion. After rejecting bids, or if no bids are received, or without advertising for bids if the total amount of the contract or project is less than Twenty-five Thousand Dollars ($25,000) , the City Council may declare and determine that in its opinion, the work in question may be performed better or more economically by the City with its own employees, or that the materials or supplies may be purchased at a lower price ! in the open market, and after the adoption of a resolution to this effect by the affirmative vote of a majority of the total members of the City Council , it may, proceed to have said work done or such materials or supplies purchased in the manner stated without further observance of the provisions of this section. All public works contracts exceeding the sum of Twenty-five Thousand Dollars ($25,000) may be let and purchases exceeding the sum of Twenty-five Thousand Dollars ($25,000) may be made without advertising for bids if such work or the purchase of such materials or supplies shall be deemed by the City Council to be of urgent necessity for the preservation of life, health, or property and shall be authorized by at least five affirmative votes of the City Council . ! Projects for the extension, replacement or expansion of the transmission or. distribution system of any existing public utility operated by the City or for the purchase of supplies or equipment for any such project or ! any such utility may be excepted from the requirements of this section by the affirmative vote of a majority of the total members of the City Council . Section 131% ' 13*. GRANTING OF FRANCHISES. The City Council shall • by ordinance regulate the granting of franchises for the City. Section $10 *614*. INDEPENDENT AUDIT. The City Council shall provide for an independent annual audit of all City accounts and may provide for such more frequent audits as it deems necessary. Such audits shall be c-29 ! made by a certified public accountant or firm of such accountants who have no personal interest, direct or indirect, in the fiscal affairs of the City government or any of its officers. The Council may, without requiring competitive bids, designate such accountant or firm annually provided that the designation for any particular fiscal year shall be made no later than thirty days after the beginning of such fiscal year. As soon as practicable after the end of the fiscal year, a final audit and report shall be submitted by such accountant to the City Council , one copy thereof to be distributed to each member. Additional , copies of the audit shall be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk where they shall be available for inspection by the general public, and a copy of the financial statement as of the close of the fiscal year shall be published in the official newspaper. ARTICLE VII ELECTIONS Section 700. GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS. General municipal elections shall be held in the City on the second Tuesday in April in each even-numbered year. Section 701 . SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS. All other municipal elections that may be held by authority of this Chanter, or of any law, shall be known as special municipal elections. Section 702. PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING ELECTIONS. All elections shall be held in accordance with the provisions of the Elections Code of the State of California, as the same now exists or hereafter may be amended, for the holding of municipal elections, so far as the same are not in conflict with this Charter. Section 703. INITIATIVE, REFERENDUM AND RECALL. There are hereby reserved to the electors of the City the powers of the initiative and referendum and of the recall of municipal elective officers.. The provisions c-30 of the Elections Code of the State of California, as the same now exists or hereafter may be amended, governing the initiative and referendum and the recall of municipal officers, shall apply to the use thereof in the City so far as such provisions of the Elections Code are not in conflict with the provisions of this Charter. Section 704. NOMINATION PAPERS. Nomination papers for candidates for elective. municipal office must be signed by not less than twenty nor more than thirty electors of the City. ARTICLE VIII MISCELLANEOUS Section 800. TRANSITION. Elective officers and elective officers ® whose offices are made appointive of the City 0 411 *may* continue to hold such offices until the completion of their current terms and the election or appointment and qualification of their respective successors under this ® Charter. 14XX/Id05,�fQ��/�E�didiX>#>#X4vf /�YS�/rE��idSXXi��� /�Y`� ��f1�X�y/XvS/��FXX�d���/ Vi�XX/ ���Vi/XXd►�/��/XV6/�Xi��/>rb�vf,EXX/����X�/�����15�X�X�/b�QXvS�d��sf/¢��`X�XdXv��/Xb/ All lawful ordinances, resolutions, rules and regulations, and portions thereof, in force at the time this Charter takes effect and not in conflict or inconsistent ' ® herewith, are hereby continued in force until the same shall have been duly repealed, amended, changed or superseded by proper authority. Section 801. DEFINITIONS. Unless the provisions or the context otherwise requires, as used in this Charter: (a) "Shall" is mandatory, and "may" is permissive. (b) "City" is the City of Huntington Beach and "department," "board," "commission," "agency," "officer," or "employee" is a department, board, commission, agency, officer or employee, as the case may be, of the ® c-31 City of Huntington Beach. (c) "County" is the County of Orange. (d) "State" is the State of California. (e) The masculine includes the feminine and the feminine includes the masculine. (f) The singular includes the plural and the plural the singular. (g) "Person" includes firm and corporation. Section 802. VIOLATIONS. The violation of any provision of this Charter shall be a misdemeanor and shall be punishable upon conviction by a fine not exceeding Five Hundred Dollars ($500) or by imprisonment for a term of not exceeding six months or by both such fine and imprisonment, and each day that any such violation continues shall constitute a separate violation. c-32 • ADDENDUM If Council chooses to retain the positions of City Attorney, City Clerk and j • City Treasurer as elective offices, the Charter Revision Committee recommends that the two term limitation which currently applies to Council be extended to apply to these positions. It is also recommended that the section delineating O the duties. of the City Treasurer be extensively revised. The Committee recommends the following wording for those sections affecting the elective positions of City Attorney, City Clerk and City Treasurer, if these positions • remain elective. Section 300. *MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL, ATTORNEY, CLERK AND TREASURER. • TERMS. The elective officers of the City shall consist of *a Mayo * a City Council of AOOOA *six* members, a City Clerk, a City Treasurer and a City Attorney, all to be elected from the City at large at the times and in the • manner provided in this Charter*. The Mayor shall serve for a term of two years. and until his successor qualifies. The Council members, City Clerk, City Treasurer and City Attorney* A04NV6 shall serve I& terms of four • years and until their respective successors qualify. *The Mayor and three members of the City Council shall be elected at the general municipal election held in April of each even-numbered year • 1 - hereafter. In the event that an encumbent member of the City Council is elected Mayor, then the candidate for City Council who_places fourth in the election shall succeed to the office vacated by the Mayor and serve the remainin two ears of such term.* A-1 0 • �ti��ddf/fb/ft�d/¢t��GX�X�vS�/6f/fVfX�/aYS�tfdt�/fV�d/fX�Gd/d��d��,�t�/bf/fYS¢ >zXf�yJa�dv�dXX/Xd/bffXdd/df/fV�d/fXd�d/ft'fX�/aV��tfdt/f�1f,��/dfPdd,�,�I�Y�dXX/d�dfXvfu�d XIS/bffXdd/dvffXX/fl�d/d�E¢Xt�fX,6vi/�5f/;�VfdXt/tk�¢ddfX�G�lfdtd��/fdd/tiv�fXX/;t:Y�dXt �u��dd���t�/Ltd/dX�¢fdd/ddd/tju��XXfXdd�/ddd/�1'S�XX/d�v��fXfu�fd/fd¢/aXf�y/ab�6ddXX • �6�SfXX/,fv4�/ddQXt`XaSvidX/d►d�fi�,�t�/dtd/dXddfd,d/d�/>�dtdXrSdffdt/¢t��6X,ddd,!//��dt d�dd��dt�/�f/fdd/aXl(�y/ab�6v�dXX/�1�dXX/�d/dXddfdd/df/f�fd/gdddt�X/d�dvfXdX¢dX/dX�dfXbvS ddXd/Xvi/�¢t,7X,�/1g��,�/fdd/d�d6S/f6�6tf6S/�yd�t/fddtddffdt!//XVtdd/d�dd���t�/�f/fdd • f4¢tXX�/1g� �/dvSd/d�df'S/f6�ftf{�/�yd�t/fYSdtd�ffdtl No person shall be elected as *Mayor,* a member of the City Council*, City Attorney, City Clerk or City Treasurer* for more than two consecutive terms* and no person who has been *the incumbent of said position* AA666W for more than two years of a *four year term or one year of a two year term to which some other person was elected 41060H shall be elected to .the *office* OUP 10600 11 more than one further consecutive term. *In addition, the Mayor or a member of the City Council shall not be a candidate for the office of Mayor or Council member if his consecutive years of service in both positions, if elected, will total more than eight years. The limitations of two consecutive terms imposed upon the offices of City Clerk, City Treasurer and City Attorney shall operate prospectively, and prior service of persons holding such office shall not be considered in applying the limitation.* X✓/f�id/d�ddf/ft�X�/alh�tfdt/�V�dXX/vS�;�/f�Kd/dffdtf/Xd/fX�d/f�/dX,�df/f6�6t • cfidu('�dt�/�f/fVfd/aXt'�y/abd�StXX/df/ftbd/gdvidtfiXld�dvfXtX¢�X/,�XbtfXdd/YdXA/XvS �(¢trX,�/Xg��.�/�tQ/�vlX�/tr4�/d�dd�fs,�t�/�f/,�t�d/aXt'�/a��6dtXX/�td/ff�d✓I,�X�tfdd�/d �¢dtX�X/dX,�E�XbvS/�1�,�XX/�,�/tdXXdd/dvfA/YSdXd/rS6f/Xd��/fV�dvs/,�X�f�yJ(���'/r�6t/d�6td • ff�dvS/�Xvf,�f�y/;(�0X/dd�,�/ditdt/ft�d/dffdtfl'�d/ddfd/bf/ft�X�/a�fdtfdt/f�/dXddf/f�4b �ddXfX�v�dX/d�dd��dt�/bf/fdd/aX��/ab�bddXX/fit/fVid/t,�d�dXvfddt/6f/fVSd/f6td��/d�f¢XfX►�g ��/�►�vrrr/x97Qr � A-2 1 *No person shall file for election to more than one office specified in this section at the same election.* Subject to the provisions of this Charter, *the members of the City Council* IVO. City Clerk, City Treasurer and City Attorney in office at the time this Charter takes effect shall continue in office until the expiration of their respective terms and the qualification of their successors. A City Clerk and City Treasurer shall be elected at the general municipal election held in April , 100$ *1984*, and each fourth year. thereafter. A City Attorney shall be elected in April ; , 506 *1982*, and each fourth year thereafter. The term of *the Mayor,* each member of the City Council , the City Clerk, the City Treasurer and the City Attorney shall commence on the first Monday following his election. Ties in voting among candidates for office shall be settled by the casting of lots. Section 309. CITY ATTORNEY. POWERS AND DUTIES. To become and remain eligible for City Attorney the person elected or appointed shall be an attorney at law, duly licensed as such under the laws of the State of • California, and shall have been engaged in the practice of law in this State for at least three years prior to his election or appointment. The City Attorney shall have the power and may be required to: (a) Represent and advise the City Council and all City officers in all matters of law pertaining to their offices. (b) Prosecute on behalf of the people any or all criminal cases arising from violation of the provisions of this Charter or of City ordinances and such state misdemeanors as the City has the power to prosecute, unless otherwise provided by the City Council . A-3 l (c) Represent and appear for the City in any or all actions or proceedings in which the City is concerned or is a party, and represent and appear for any City officer or employee, or former City officer or employee, in any or all civil actions or proceedings in which such officer or employee is concerned or is a party for any act arising out of his employment or by reason of his official capacity. (d) Attend all regular meetings of the City Council , unless excused, and give his .advice or opinion orally or in writing whenever requested to do so by the City Council or by any of the boards or officers of the City. (e) . Approve the form of all contracts made by and all bonds and insurance given to the City, endorsing his approval thereon in writing. (f) Prepare any and all proposed ordinances and City Council resolutions and amendments thereto. (g) Devote such time to the duties of his office and at such place as may be specified by the City Council . (h) Perform such legal functions and duties incident to the execution of the foregoing powers as may be necessary. ( i ) Surrender to his successor all books, papers, files, and documents pertaining to the City's affairs. Section 310. CITY CLERK. POWERS AND DUTIES. The City Clerk shall have the power and shall be required to: (a) Attend all meetings of the' City Council , unless excused, and be responsible for, the recording and maintaining of a full and true record of all of the proceedings of the City Council in books that shall bear appropriate titles and be devoted to such purpose. A-4 ,1 (b) Maintain separate books, in which shall be recorded respectively all ordinances and resolutions, with the certificate of the Clerk annexed to each thereof stating the same to be the original or a correct copy, and as to an ordinance requiring publication, stating that the same has been published or posted in accordance with this Charter. (c) Maintain separate records of all written contracts and official bonds. (d) Keep all books and records in his possession properly indexed and open to public inspection when not in actual use. (e) Be the custodian of the seal of the City. (f) Administer oaths or affirmations, take affidavits and depositions pertaining to the affairs and business of the City and certify copies of official records. (g) Be ex-officio Assessor, unless the City Council, has availed itself, or does in the future avail itself, of the provisions of the general laws of the State relative to the assessment of property and the collection of City taxes by county officers, or unless the City Council by ordinance provides otherwise. ( h) Have charge of all City elections. ( i ) Perform such other duties consistent with this Charter as may be required by ordinance or resolution of the City Council . /�f/�aSd►��vi���X�d/��/��5�/>�b�6d�XX/d���/��i/�tdXvi����/bf/���oSX�bXXs6vf/�t���fXfb�l Section 311. CITY TREASURER. POWERS AND DUTIES. *To become and remain eligible for City Treasurer, the person elected or appointed shall have a professional certification in financial s A-5 administration and a minimum of six years combined education and/or experience which includes a minimum of two years professional work experience in the financial field. Acceptable professional certifications include California Certified Public Accountant, California Public Accountant, Municipal Treasurers Association of U.S. and Canada Certified Municipal Finance Administrator, California Municipal Treasurers Association Certified California Municipal Treasurer, Institute of Internal Auditors Certified Internal Auditor, or other comparable certification.* *Under the direction of the City Council ,* the City Treasurer shall have the power and shall be required to: (a) Receive *and collect* on behalf of the City all taxes, assessments, license fees and other revenues of the City, `bXX��1EXo5d�/,iSX/rGVfXsEY�/�¢i�/!CX>t/j/X /¢���SbVf�XIdX�( and receive all taxes or other money receivable by the City from the County, State or Federal governments, or from any court, or from any office, department or agency of the City. (b). *Prescribe the means and procedures for-collection of City funds if such responsibility is delegated to another department by the Treasurer.* (c) *Provide and approve forms. for receipts. for funds.'* r nia (V *d*) Have and keep custody of all public funds belonging to or under control of the City or any office, department or agency of the City government and*, Q¢ ¢iX1�/aS¢/� �b� /X6/kS�/d�Ib�SX �4/�XX/f�vfd /cE�Sd�Xvi�/XvS��S/ViX� W0i/XvS/i6eA1U0,6W&j taking into consideration the cash f 1 ow responsibilities of all City operations, invest such funds to the benefit of the City in accordance with procedures or policies* as may be designated by resolution of the City Council , �i¢ /Xf/¢ib/ ¢i�EY�/¢���X¢iXXsS¢i/f3�/�R1��X ��/;�Vi�►�/XvS and in compliance with all of the provisions of the State .Constitution and laws of the State governing the handling, depositing and securing of public funds. A-6 • (e) *Be responsible for inventory valuation for insurance purposes. (f) Be responsible for insurance or self-insurance programs for the • purpose of preserving the citizens' investment in the assets of the City. ( g*) Pay out moneys only on proper orders or warrants in the manner provided for in this Charter. • (�8 *h*) Prepare and *regularly* submit Xb/X�ib/�X¢6�Efbf/bf/1rXvi�✓►�b i;66i4UXj written reports of all receipts, *to be merged with computer listings of* disbursements and fund balances*,* and bYSi4XX file copies of such reports with the City *Manager* and City Council . (� *i*) Perform such other duties consistent with this Charter as • may be required by ordinance or resolution of the City Council . �1�b/2Xitry/X�b�b�ifbf/d�b�,�/�u�l6�bb�/fib/,flab/b��r`b�G�X/PSf/�ihb/�X��y/2b�bvl�XX,� e bf/bbd►�bvffi�>t`Xbvf/b�/�t�b/�b�bvl�XX/d►��/bey/6tQX✓bv��b/b�`/tb�bX�i�XbvS/��b�bfXfh,�! Section 401. POWERS AND DUTIES. Except as otherwise provided in this Charter, the City K&XdMIAJ61 *Manager* shall be responsible to the • City Council for the proper administration of all affairs of the City. Without limiting this general grant of powers and responsiblities, the City �Ad�XbX� V`�>�bt *Manager* shall have the power and be required to: • (a) Appoint, promote, demote, suspend or remove department heads, officers and employees of the City except elective officers. However, no department head shall be appointed or removed until the City KddVdWW H • *Manager* .shall first have reviewed such appointment or removal with the City Council . ,�ViA/Vi�iGr�/fk�bX/iQ/�16pStb>ri�X/f05//��iEYS/,�� bXvStib/i /b/i.fbd►b/i�X/fd�/,� ® (b). Prepare the budget annually, submit it to the City Council , and be responsible for its administration upon adoption. • A-7 .(c) Prepare and submit to the City Council as of the end of each fiscal year, a complete report on the finances of the City; and annually or more frequently, a current report of the principal administrative activities of the City. (d) Keep the City Council advised of the financial condition and future needs of . the City and make such recommendations as may seem desirable. (e) Maintain a centralized purchasing system for all City offices, departments and agencies. (f) Prepare, administer and enforce rules and regulations recommended to and adopted by the City Council governing the contracting for, purchase, inspection, storage, inventory, distribution and disposal of all 0 supplies, materials and equipment required by any office, department or agency of the City government. (g) Be responsible for the compliance by the City with the laws of the State pertaining to the City, the provisions of this Charter and the ordinances, franchises and rights of the City. (h) Subject to policy established by the City Council , exercise control of all administrative offices and departments of the City and of all appointive officers and employees except those directly appointed by the City Council and prescribe such general rules and regulations as he may deem necessary or proper for the general conduct of the administrative offices and departments of the City under his jurisdiction. ( i ) Perform such other duties consistent with this Charter as may be required by the City Council . Section 403. PERSONNEL. In addition to the *Mayor,* City Council , a City Clerk, a City Treasurer, a City Attorney and City AA96101W4W *Manager*, the officers and employees of the City shall consist of such other officers, assistants, deputies and employees as the City Council may provide A-8 by ordinance or resolution. The City Council shall establish such reasonable compensation and fringe benefits as are appropriate by ordinance or resolution for such offices, officials and employees except as herein provided. The City Council shall maintain by ordinance a comprehensive .personnel system for the City. The City A496101WAU1 *Manager*, Assistant C i ty A&WXWAW *Manager, Department Heads* and any officers designated as elective by the Charter shall be. exempt, *except that any incumbent department head serving at the time this Charter is adopted shall continue to be included in the personnel system until his position is vacated. At that time, the position will become exempt.* The *personnel* system shall consist of the ® establishment of minimum standards of employment and qualifications for the various classes of employment and procedures to be followed in advancement, demotion, suspension and discharge of employees included within the system, as the City Council shall determine to be W *in* the best interest of the public service. The ordinance shall designate the appointive officers and employees who shall be included within the system. By subsequent ordinances the City Council may amend the- system or the list of appointive officers and employees included within the system, provided, however, that once included within the system, no officer or employee shall be withdrawn therefrom (unless ® the office or position is actually eliminated) without the approval of such withdrawal at a regular or special election by a majority of the voters voting on such proposition. The system shall comply with all other ® provisions of this Charter. A 9 4 s CITY OF HUNTINGTON ,BEACH CA 78-13 COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION v HUNTINGTON BEACH �^ To Honorable Mayor and From Floyd G. Belsito City Council Members City Administrator Subject DISBANDMENT OF CHARTER Date February 1, 1978 REVISION COMMITTEE ^� Attached is a letter from the Charter Revision Committee requesting( that its Final Report to the City Council be accepted and that the Committee be officially disbanded now that its work is completed. RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: 1 . Receive and file the Charter Revision Committee' s Final Report to the Council and disband the Committee . 2 . Thank the Charter Revision Committee for its efforts and direct that appropriate plaques be prepared for Committee members . Respectfully submitted, Floy Belsito City Administrator FGB:JC :bb Attachment s w r �® City of. Huntington Beach �- P.O. BOX 190 CALIFORNIA 92648 CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE February 1 , 1978 The Honorable Mayor and City Council City of Huntington Beach 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA ` 92648 Dear Mayor and Councilmembers : Now ,that the Charter Revision Committee has completed its work and the Council has made its decisions regarding the proposal , we respectfully request that our Final Report to the City Council , .dated October 25 , 1977 , be accepted and that the Committee be official- ly disbanded. The most 'immediate need seen by the Charter Revision Committee at this date is to place the proposals on the June , 1978 ballot as expeditiously as possible. Thus , we no longer see any reason for the continuance of the Committee as the proposals are now in the able hands of Mr. Pat Coughlan, our legal consultant , and the City Council . While we have agreed that the Committee will not take a formal position on any of the changes made by Council in our Final Report , if Council members wish to discuss any of the provisions with indi- vidual Committee members , you are certainly free to do so. In addition, individual .Committee members may be willing to assist in the writing or review of ballot arguments . On behalf of all nine members of the Charter Revision Committee , I thank you for the opportunity afforded us to. serve our community. Sincerel , rold S . B an z Chairman H:SB :bb # 7) 1- D-eGg-GdZFji CITY OF HUNTINGTON a cX gylc2ou""" COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNI ATION HUNTINGTON BEACH --� _ ......... GITY LI RK To Honorable Mayor and From Floy sito 3� Grt+� City Council Members City Administrator Subject FUNDS FOR CHARTER REVISION Date January 31 , 1978 CONSULTANT The City Council has directed Mr. Patrick Coughlan of the firm Richards , Watson, Dreyfus & Gershon to complete the revisions needed on the proposed charter. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the transfer of $4, 000 from the contingency account to the contractual services account for the Charter Revision consultant . ANALYSIS: There is currently a balance of $2 , 296 . 18 in Account 100390 which is used for the Charter Revision consultant . Mr. Coughlan .has indicated that it may require as much as an additional $4 ,000 to complete the task. The entire $4 , 000 may not be required, but this amount is recommended to cover all contingencies . ALTERNATIVE : The City Attorney may be directed to prepare the additional revisions . FUNDING SOURCE : Contingency account. Respectfully submitted, Floyd G. Belsito City Administrator FGB:JC :bb �a • CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH To Floyd G. Belsito From F. B. Arguello City Administrator Director of Finance Subject Financial Impact Report - Date January 31 , 1978 Charter Revision In response to a request from Administration to prepare a Financial Impact Report on the above subject, I am submitting the attached. At the present time there are funds available in the City's contingency account (101593) which may be used for this project if the City Council so desires . The current balance in the contin- gency account would be $232,597.04 (if this request for $4,000.00 is approved) . �iLG1� /y F. B. Arguello Director of. Finance FBA/cg • CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH FINANCIAL IMPACT REPORT Project Name Charter Revision Description Authorize the expenditure of an additional $4,000 for an outside consultant to complete the final charter revisions. 1 . DIRECT PROJECT COSTS 1 . 1 One-Time Costs Land urn. , 0 F- Acquisition Construction ties, E ui ment_ Other Total Cost $ 4,000 $ 4 000 1 .2 Recurring Annual Costs Additional. Materials & Outside Pa roll Personnel Su lies Services Revenues Total Cost 1 .3 Replacement/Renewal Costs None 2. INDIRECT COSTS Unknown at this time, but will consist of cost of materials used and staff time spent work.ing with consultant. g . Financial Impact Repor Page 2 3. NON-DOLLAR COSTS None i 4. BENEFITS TO BE DERIVED FROM THE PROJECT 1 . Council will have benefit of expertise and experience of consultant with previous charter revision experience. 2. Advice will be received from an independent outside source. 3• An additional burden will not be put on the City Attorney's Office. Advice may be received more quickly from the consultant than from the City Attorney's Office. 5. PROJECT USAGE The additional funds will . be used to make the final charter revisions . 6. EXPENDITURE TIMING The funds will be allocated to a contractual services account to be used as needed. 7. COST OF NOT IMPLEMENTING THE PROJECT Delay of charter revision measure and an additional burden on the City Attorney's Office. ®. CITY OF Hl1NTINGTON BEACH COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION CA. -; . 136 HUNTINGTON BEACH To The Honorable Mayor and From Floyd G. Belsito City Council Members City Administrator Subject CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE Date October 27 , 1977 FINAL REPORT Attached is the Final Report to the Council from the Charter- Revision Committee with its proposed charter for the ballot. Recommended Action: Set a date which will allow several hours for Council review and dis- cussion of the proposed charter. Analysis : If Council wishes to make changes in the proposed charter before putting it on the ballot, it will be necessary to have a meeting to discuss the proposed charter and any additional modifications Council members may wish to make . After Council has modified the proposal (if it does) , it would be advisable to have a public hearing. The draft charter must be finalized by the end of December in order for it to be placed on the April 1978 ballot; the City Clerk requires this much advance time for preparation of the measure for the election. Alternatives : 1 . Council may approve the proposed Charter as it is presently written to be placed on the ballot. 2 . Council may hold a separate study session with the Charter Revision Committee or ask the Committee to be present when Council reviews the proposal . Res"fijlly submittecL, GG1 oyd G. Belsito City Administrator FGB:JC:bt 1 q CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE FINAL REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL Section I The Charter Revision Committee Section II The Proposed Charter Section III Position Statement Section CHARTER . REVISION COMMITTEE ® City ®f Huntington Beach ® P.O. BOX 190 CALIFORNIA 92648 CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE October 2S , 1977 The Honorable Mayor and City Council City of Huntington Beach P. 0. Box 190 Huntington Beach, California 92648 Dear Mayor and City. Council Members : Enclosed is the report of the Charter Revision Committee of the City of Huntington Beach. This Committee gave careful consideration to questions about the present City Charter raised by the, public , City staff, and Councilmembers . It benefited greatly from this input and could not have completed its task in the period of time assigned to it without such vital information from those concerned individuals . The membership of the Charter Revision Committee represented a variety of viewpoints , reflecting Council ' s effort to make it broadly represen- tative of the whole community . It also dealt with a number of controver- sial issues . Despite these two facts , the Committee unanimously adopted and approved its final draft for the City Council . A synopsis of the Committee ' s actions is contained in the Position Statement which follows the final draft . Each of the recommendations of this Committee emerged after careful study. and consideration of subcommittees as well as full discussion by the en- tire Committee . The Committee did not attempt to sidestep issues because of a fear that its recommendations would be criticized by ;individuals or groups . Although such criticism will be sure to come , the Committee en- . dorses the proposed revisions with the belief they will streng hen our municipal government and enable it to adapt to changes in the years to come . Huntington Beach has changed dramatically in- recent years , in psychological As well as physical terms . Therefore , the work of. the Charter Revision Committee has special significance when seen as part of, a series of actions by City government to deal with the profound changes our community has experienced. The Charter Revision Committee recommends that the proposed charter be placed on the ballot for the April , 1978 elections . We thank you for v Mayor and City Council Charter Revision 2 October 17 , 1977 the opportunity to participate in the study of such important issues and look forward to your decisions regarding our recommendations . Sincerel 7 H old S. Bauman airman, Charter Revision' Committee V HB:bt CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH The Final Report of the Charter Revision Committee of the City of Huntington Beach was approved by the members for submittal to the City Council on the 25th day of October 197 . Har d S . Bau Xa , Chairman ome ame ,Vice���Chi Tom N. Live good William R. Burke Mary Ail en Matheis .Chester W. Gaskell Phy is Sariego Elaine J . -nankin William Tizzard Sctieon II PROPOSED CHARTER CITY CHARTER TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I . INCORPORATION AND POWERS OF THE CITY Section 100. Name Section 101 . Seal Section 102 . Boundaries Section 103. Powers of the City Section 104. Construction Section 105 . Intergovernmental Relations ARTICLE II . FORM OF GOVERNMENT Section 200. Council -Administrator Form of Government ARTICLE III . ELECTIVE OFFICES Section 300. Elective Officers Section 301 . City Council . Composition , Eligibility Election and Term Section 302. Powers Vested in City Council Section 303. Compensation and Expenses Section 304. Meetings and Location Section 305 . Quorems , Proceedings and Rules of Order Section 306. Presiding Officer Section 307. Mayor Pro-Tempore Section 308. Non-Interference with Administration Section 309. Official Bonds Section 310. City Attorney. Composition , Eligibility, Election and Term Section 311 . City Attorney. Powers and Duties Section 312. City Attorney. Compensation Section 31.3. City. Comptroller. Composition , Eligibility, Election and Term Section 314. City Comptroller. Powers and Duties Section 315. City Comptroller. Compensation Section 316. Vacancies , Forfeitures and Replacement Section 317 . Conflict of Interest, Nepotism ARTICLE IV. APPOINTIVE OFFICES AND PERSONNEL Section 400. City Administrator. Composition, Term, Eligibility and Removal Section 401 . Powers and Duties Section 402 . Acting City Administrator Section 403. City Clerk Section 404. City Clerk. Powers and Duties Section 405. Administration/Personnel. Section 466. Retirement System Section 407. Boards , Commissions and Committees c-1 a r" ARTICLE V . ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS Section 500. Regular Ordinances Section 5.01. Emergency Ordinances Section 502 . Resolutions Section 503. Publishing of Legal Notices ARTICLE VI . FISCAL ADMINISTRATION Section 600. Fiscal Year Section 601 . Annual Budget. Preparation by City Administrator Section 602 . Budget. Submission to City Council. Section 603. Budget. Public ,Hearing Section 604. Budget. Further Consideration and Adoption Section 605 . Budget. Appropriations Section 606. Determination of City Tax Rate Section 607. Tax Limits. Section 608. Vote Required for Tax Measures Section 609 . Real Estate Transfer Tax Section 610. Bonded Debt Limit Section 611 . Revenue Bonds Section 612 . Sale of Public Utility Section 613. Execution of. Contracts Section 614. Contracts on Public Works Section 615 . Granting of Franchises Section 616. Independent Audit ARTICLE VII . ELECTIONS Section 700. General Municipal Elections Section 701 . Special Municipal Elections Section 702. Procedure for Holding Elections Section 703. Initiative , Referendum and Recall Section 704. Nomination Papers ARTICLE VIII . MISCELLANEOUS Section 800.. Transition Section 801 . Definitions Section 802 . Violations c-2 CHARTER We , the people of the City of Huntington Beach , 'State of California , do ordain and establish this Charter as the fundamental law of the City of Huntington Beach under the Constitution of the State of California . ARTICLE I INCORPORATION AND DOWNS OF THE CITY Section 100. NAME. The municipal corporation now existing and known as the City of Huntington Beach shall remain and continue to exist as a municipal corporation under its present name of "City of Huntington Beach . " Section 101 . SEAL. The City shall have an official seal which may be changed from time to time by ordinance. The present official seal shall continue to. be the official seal of the City until changed in the manner stated. Section 102 . BOUNDARIES. The boundaries . of the City shall continue as now established until changed in the manner authorized by law. Section ,103 . POWERS OF . CITY . Th.e City shall have the. power to make and enforce ai,l laws and -regulations in respect to municipal affairs , subject only to such restrictions and limitations as may be provided in this Charter or in the Constitution of the State of California . Section, 104. CONSTRUCTION. The general grant of power .to the City under this Charter shall . be construed broadly in favor of the City. The specific provisions enumerated in this Charter are intended to be and shall- be interpreted as limitations upon the .general grant of power and shall be construed narrowly. If any provision of this Charter, or the application thereof to any person or circum- stance is held invalid , the remainder of the Charter and the application of such provision to other persons or circum- stances , shall not be affected thereby. Section 105. INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS. . The City may exercise any of its, powers or perform any of its functions and may participate in the financing thereof, jointly or in cooperation , by contract or otherwise , with. any one or more states or civil divisions or agencies thereof, or the United States or any agency thereof. 'ARTICLE II FORM.E GOVEWMENT Section 260. COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR FORM OF GOVERNMENT. .The municipal government provided by this Charter . shall be known as the Council -Administrator form of government. c-3 ARTICLE III ELECTIVE TFI—CES Section 300. ELECTIVE OFFILERS . The elective officers of the City shall consist of seven members of the City Council , a City Attorney and a City Comptroller. Section 301 . CITY COUNCIL . COMPOSITION , ELIGIBILITY , ELECTION AND TERM. ( a ) Composition . There shall be a City Council of seven members elected by the qualified voters of the City at large . ( b ) Eligibility. Only qualified voters of the City of Huntington Beach who have resided in the City for a period exceeding thirty days . prior to the date established for filing nomination papers shall be eligible to hold office as members of the City Council . ( c) Election and Terms . Four members of the City Council shall. be elected at the general, municipal elections held in April , 1978 and each fourth year thereafter. Three members of the City Council shall be elected at the general municipal elections held in April , 1980 and each fourth year thereafter. No person shall be elected as a member of the City Council for more than two consecutive terms and no person who has been a member for more than two years of a term to which. some other person was elected a member shall be elected to the City Council more than one further consecutive term. This section shall apply to persons currently members of the City Council . Section. 302. POWERS VESTED IN CITY COUNCIL . All powers of the City shall be vested in the City Council except as otherwise provided in this Charter. Section 303. COMPENSATION AND EXPENSES . The members of the City Council including the Mayor shall receive as compensa- tion for their services a monthly salary the amount of which shall be determined by the following schedule : Population Monthly Salary (a ) 150 ,000 .to and including 200 ,000 $400 (b) Over 200,000 to and including 250 ,000 $.500 (c) Over 2bO ,000 $600 c-4 The Mayor shall receive an additional $100 monthly stipend to supplement this salary . For the purposes of this section the population shall be determined by the estimates of population made by the Department of Finance of the State of California. In addition , each member of the City Council shall receive reimbursement on order of the City Council for Council authorized traveling and other expense when on official duty upon submission of itemized expense accounts therefor. Any fringe benefits paid ,by the City to department heads shall be available to City Council members . Section 304 . MEETINGS AND LOCATION . (a ) Regular Meetings . The City Council shall hold regular meetings at least twice each month . at such time as it shall fix by ordinance or resolution and may adjourn or re-adjourn any regular meeting to a date and hour certain which shall be. specified in the order of adjournment and when so adjourned each adjourned meeting shall be a regular meeting for all purposes . If the hour to which a meeting is adjourned is not stated in the order of adjournment , such meeting shall be held at the hour for holding regular meetings . If at any time any regular meeting falls on a holiday such regular meeting shall be held on the next business day. ( b) Special Meetings . A special meeting may be called at any .time by the Mayor, or by a majority of the members of the City Council , by. written notice to each member of the City Council and to each local newspaper of' general circula- tion , radio or television station requesting notice in writing . Such notice must be delivered personally or by mail at least twenty-four hours before the time of such meeting as specified in the notice. The call and notice shall specify the time and place of the special meeting and the business to be transacted . No other business shall be considered at such meeting . If any person entitled to such written notice files a written waiver of notice with the City Clerk , it may be dispensed with. Such waiver may be given by telegram. This notice requirement shall be considered fulfilled as to any person who is actually present at the meeting at the time it convenes . In the event of . an emergency affecting the public peace , health or safety , a special meeting may be called as provided in this section with less than twenty-four hours written notice , provided that the nature of the emergency is set forth in the minutes of the meeting. c-5 (c ) Place of Meetings . All regular meetings shall be held in the Council Chambers of the City or in such place within the City to which any such meeting may be adjourned. If, by reason of fire , flood or other emergency, it shall be unsafe to meet in the place designated , the meetings may be held for the duration of the emergency at such place within the City as is designated by the Mayor , or, if he should fail to act , by a majority of the members of the City Council . (d ) Open Meetings . All regular and special meetings of the City Council shall be open and public, and all persons shall be permitted to attend such meetings , except that the provisions of this Section shall not apply - to executive sessions . Subject to the rules governing the conduct of City Council meetings , no person shall be denied the right to be heard by the City Council . Section 305 . QUURUMS , PROCEEDINGS AND RULES OF ORDER. (a) Quorum. A majority of the members of the . City Council shall constitute a quorum to do business but a lesser number may adjourn from time to time . In the absence of all the members of the City Council from any regular meeting or adjourned ' regular meeting , the City Clerk may declare the same adjourned to a stated day and hour. The City Clerk shall cause written notice of a .meeting adjourned by less than a quorum or by the City Clerk to be delivered personally or by mail to each Council member at least twenty-four hours before the time to which the meeting is adjourned , or such notice may be dispensed with in the same manner as specified in this Charter for dispensing with notice of special meetings of the City Council . ( b) Proceedings . The City Council shall judge the qualification of its members as set forth by the Charter. It shall judge all election returns . Each member of the City Council shall have the power to administer oaths and affirmations in any investigation or proceeding pending before the City Council . The City Council shall have the power and authority to compel . the attendance of witnesses , to examine them under oath and to compel the production of evidence before it. Subpoenas shall be issued in the name .of the City and be attested by the. City Clerk . They shall be .served and Complied with in the same manner as subpoenas in civil actions , Disobedience of such subpoenas , or the refusal to testify (upon other than constitutional grounds ) , shall constitute a misdemeanor,, and shall be punishable in the same manner as violations of this Charter are punishable. The City Council c-6 shall have control of all legal business and proceedings and all property of the legal department , and may employ other attorneys to take charge of or may contract for any prosecu- tions , litigation or other legal matters or business . (c) Rules of Order. The City Council may establish rules for the conduct .of its proceedings and evict or prosecute any member or other person for disorderly conduct at any of its meetings . Upon adoption of any ordinances , resolution , or order for payment of money, or upon the demand .of any member , the City Clerk shall call the roll and shall cause the ayes and noes taken on the question to be entered in the minutes of the meeting. Section 306 . PRESIDING OFFICER., At the Council meeting at which any Council member is installed following any general or special .municipal election , and at any time when there is a . vacancy in the office of Mayor, the City Council shall meet and shall elect one of its members as its presiding officer, who shall have the title of Mayor. The Mayor may make and second motions and shall have a voice and vote in all its proceedings . The Mayor shall be the official head of the City for all ceremonial purposes ; shall have the primary but not .the exclusive responsibility for interpreting the policies , programs and needs of the City government to the . people , and as occasion requires , may inform the people of any major change in policy or program; and shall perform such other duties consistent with the office as may be .prescribed by this Charter or as, may , be imposed by the City Council . The Mayor shall serve in such capacity at the pleasure of the City Council . Section 307 . MAYOR PRO-TEMPORE . The City Council shall also designate one of its members as .Mayor Pro-Tempore , who shall serve in such capacity at the pleasure of the City Council . The . Mayor Pro-Tempore shall perform the duties of the Mayor during the Mayor 's absence or disability or at the Mayor ' s request . Section 308 . NON- INTERFERENCE WITH ADMINISTRATION . Except as otherwise provided in this Charte'r,. no member of the City Council shall order, directly or indirectly, the appointment by the City Administrator , or by any of the department heads in the administrative .service of the City , of any person to any office or employment , or removal there- from. Except for the purpose of investigations and inquiry , the members of the City„Coun.cil shall deal with the adminis- trative service under the jurisdiction of the City Administrator solely through the City Administrator , and no member of the City Council shall give orders to any . subordinate of the City Administrator, either publicly or privately. c-7 Section 309. OFFICIAL BONDS . The City Council shall fix by ordinance or resolution the amounts and terms of the official bonds of all officials or employees who are required by this Charter or by ordinance to give such bonds . All bonds shall be executed by responsible corporate surety , shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney , and shall be filed with the City Clerk. Premiums on official bonds shall be . paid by the City. A blanket bond may be used if it provides the same protection as the required separate bonds would provide . In all cases wherein an employee of the City is required to furnish a faithful performance bond , there shall be no personal liability upon , or any right to recover against , the employee ' s superior officer or other officer or employee 'or the bond of the latter , unless such superior officer , or other officer or employee is a party to the act or omission , or has conspired in the wrongful act directly, or indirectly causing the loss . Section 310. CITY ATTORNEY - COMPOSITION , ELIGIBILITY , ELECTION AND TERM. (a) Composition . There shall be a City Attorney elected by the qualified voters of the City at large . ( b) Eligibility. To become and remain eligible for the office of City Attorney, a person must be a qualified voter of the City of Huntington Beach who has resided in the City for a period exceeding thirty days prior to the date established for filing . of nomination papers and an attorney at law, duly licensed as such under the laws of the State of California . (c ) Election and Term. The City Attorney shall be elected at the general municipal elections held in April of 1978 and each fourth year thereafter. Section 311 . CITY ATTOKNEY. POWERS AND DUTIES . The City Attorney shall have the power and may be required to : ( a ) Represent and advise the City Council and . all City officers in all matters of law pertaining to their offices . (b ) Prosecute on behalf of the people any or all criminal cases arising from .violation of the provisions of .this Charter or of City ordinances and such state misdemeanors as the City has the power to prosecute , unless otherwise provided by the City Council . (c ) IRepresent and appear for the City in any or all actions or proceedings in which the City is concerned or is a party , and represent and appear for any City officer or employee , or former City officer or employee , in any or all civil actions or proceedings in which such officer or employee is concerned or is a party for any act arising out of City employment or by reason of official capacity. c-8 (d ) Attend all regular meetings of the. City Council , uni.ess. excused , and give advice or opinion orally or in writing whenever requested to do so by the City Council or by any of the boards or officers of the City. (e ) Approve the form of all contracts made by and all bonds and insurance given to the City , endorsing approval thereon in writing . (f) Prepare any and all proposed ordinances and City Council resolutions and amendments thereto . ( g) Devote such time to the duties of the. office and at such place as may be specified by the City Council . ( h ) Perform such legal functions and duties incident to the execution of the foregoing powers as may be necessary. ( i ) Surrender all books , papers , files , and documents pertaining to the City ' s affairs to a duly qualified successor. Section 312 . CITY ATTORNtY . COMPENSATION The City Attorney shall receive compensation and fringe benefits to be fixed by the City Personnel Commission effective the beginning of each fiscal year based on objective criteria for the position The compensation of th.e .City. Attorney. shall not be reduced nor shall fringe benefits be diminished below those normally enjoyed by department heads after the election or during a term of office . Section 313 . CITY COMPTROLLER. COMPOSITION , ELIGIBILITY , ELECTION AND TERM. (a ) Composition . There shall be a City 'Comptroller elected by the qualified voters of the City at large . (b) Eligibility. To become and remain eligible for the office of City Comptroller , . a person must be a qualified voter of the City of Huntington Beach who has resided in the City for a period exceeding thirty days prior to the .date established for filing of nomination papers and a college graduate with a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree and a major in accounting or finance . (c ) E-lection and .Term. The City Comptroller shall be elected at the general municipal election held in April of 1980, and each fourth year thereafter. c-9 Section 314. CITY CUMPTROLLER. POWERS AND DUTIES . The City Comptroller shall have the power and may be required to : (a) Develop an internal audit mechanism and be solely responsible for conducting the internal financial and operational audits of City records , accounting and financial operations and systems , and City operating procedures . (b ) Submit monthly reports to the City Council including findings and recommendations . (c ) Submit an open annual report and any supplemental reports as are necessary to the people containing an evaluation of the financial status of the City. (d) Review internal control procedures to assure accounta- bility of revenues and expenditures and accuracy and effectiveness of accounts records , transactions and operating policies of all City departments . The Council shall provide reasonable staff and budgetary support necessary for the performance of the duties of the City Comptroller. Section 315 . CITY COMPTROLLER. COMPENSATION The City Comp- troller shall receive compensation and fringe benefits to be fixed by the City Personnel Commission effective the beginning of each fiscal year based on objective criteria for the position . T.he compensation of the City Comptroller shall not be reduced nor shall fringe benefits be diminished below those normally enjoyed by department heads after the election or during a term of .office . Section 316 . VACANCIES, FORFEITURES AND REPLACEMENT . (a) Vacancies . A vacancy in the City Council , City Attorney , or City Comptroller., from whatever cause arising , shall be filled by appointment by the City .Council , such appointee to hold office Until a successor qualifies . At the next general municipal election following any vacancy, a successor shall be elected to serve for the remainder of the unexpired term. In this paragraph , the next generai ' mu.nicipal election shall mean the next such election at which it is possible to place the matter on the ballot and elect a successor. (b) For.feiture. If a member of the City C.ouncil. is absent from all regular meetings of the City Council for a period of thirty consecutive days from and after the last regular City Council meeting attended by such member, unless by permission of the City Council expressed in its official minutes , the office shall become vacant. If an elected City officer is convicted of a crime involving moral . turpitude or ceases to be an elector of the City , the office shall. become vacant . The c-10 City Council shall declare the existence of such vacancy. Any elective officer of the City who shall accept or retain any other elective public office , except as provided in this Charter , shall be deemed thereby to have vacated the office under the City government. (c ) Replacement . In the event it shall fail to fill a vacancy by appointment within sixty days after such office shall become vacant , , the City Council shall forthwith cause an election to be held to fill such vacancy for the remainder of the unexpired term. Section 317 . CONFLICT OF INTEREST , NEPOTISM (a ) Conflict of Interest . The City Council shall adopt or approve rules and regulations regulating conflicts of interest and promoting fair dealing in all City business . (b) Nepotism. The City Council .shall not appoint to a salaried position under the City government any person who is. a relative by .;blood or marriage within the third degree of any one or. more of the members of such City Council , nor shall the City Administrator or any . department head or other officer having appointive power appoint any relative of such .person or of any Council member within such degree to any such position . This provision shall not affect the employment or promotional. status of a person who has attained a salaried position with the City prior to the existence of a situation contemplated by this pro- vision ; however , Council members or offi.cers with appointive powers in such a situation shall disqualify themselves from all decisions affecting the employment and promotional status of such person . ARTICLE IV APPOINTIVE FFFIICCESUND PERSONNEL Section 400. CITY ADMINISTRATOR. COMPOSITION , TERM, ELIGIBILITY , REMOVAL . (a ) Composition . There shall be ,a City Administrator who shall be the chief administrative officer of the City. (b ) Term. The Administrator shall be appointed by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the members of the City Council and shall serve at the pleasure. of the City Council ; provided , however , that the person occupying the office shall not be removed from office except as herein provided. c-11 (c ) Eligibility. The . Administrator shall be chosen on the basis of executive and administrative qualifications , with special reference to actual experience in and knowledge of accepted practice as regards the duties of the office as herein set forth . No person shall be eligible to be appointed City Administrator or Acting City Administrator while serving as a member of the City Council nor within one year following the termination of membership on the City Council . (d) Removal . The City Administrator shall not be removed from office during or within a period of ninety days next succeeding any municipal. election at which a member of the City Council is. elected . At any other time the City Administrator may be removed only at a regular meeting of the City Council and upon the affirmative votes of a majority of the members of the City Council . At least thirty days prior to the effective date of removal , the City Administrator shall be furnished with a written notice stating .the Council ' s intentions and, if requested by the City Administrator, the reasons therefor. . Within seven days after receipt of such notice , the City Administrator may by written notification to the City Clerk request a public hearing before the . City Council , in which event the Council shall fix a time for a public hearing which shall be held at its regular meeting place before the expiration of the thirty-day period above referred to. The City Administrator shall appear and be heard at such hearing . After furnishing the City Administrator with .written notice of the intended removal , the City Council may suspend the Administrator from duty, but the compensation shall continue until removal as herein provided. In removing the City Administrator , the City Council shall use its uncontrolled discretion and its action shall be final and shall not depend upon any particular showing or degree of proof at the hearing , the purpose of which is: to allow the City Council and the .City Administrator to present .to each other and to the public all pertinent facts prior to the final action of removal . Section 401 . POWERS AND DUTIES. Except as otherwise provided in this Charter, the City Administrator. shall be responsible to the City Council for the proper administration of all affairs of the City . Without limiting this general grant of powers and responsibilities , the City Administrator shall have the power and be required to (a ) Appoint , promote , demote, suspend or remove department heads , officers and employees of the City except elective officers . However, no department head shall be appointed or removed until the City Administrator shall first have reviewed such appointment or removal with the City Council and received its approval for such appointment or removal . c-12 (b) Prepare the budget annually , submit it to the City Council , and be responsible for its administration upon adoption . (c ) Prepare and submit to the City Council as of the end of each fiscal year, a complete report on the finances of the City, and annually or more frequently, a current report of the principal administrative activities of the City. (d ) Keep the City Council advised of the financial condition and future needs of the City and make such recommendations as may seem desirable. (e) Establish a centralized purchasing system for all City offices , departments and agencies . ( f) Prepare , administer and enforce .rules and regulations recommended to and adopted by the City Council governing the contracting for , purchasing , inspection , storing , inventory, distribution and disposal of all supplies , materials and . equipment required by any office , department or agency of the City government . (g ) Be responsible for the compliance by the City with the laws of the State pertaining to the City., the provisions Of this Charter and the ordinances , franchises and rights of the City. ( h ) Prescribe such general rules and regulations as may. be deemed necessary or proper for the general conduct of subordinate administrative offices and departments of the City. ( i ) Perform such other duties consistent with this Charter as may be required by the City Council . Section 402 . ACTING CITY ADMINISTRATOR. During any temporary absence or disability of the City Administrator, the Assistant City Administrator shall serve as Acting City Administrator. During any temporary absence or disability of both the City Administ.rator and the Assistant City Administrator,, the City Administrator shall appoint one of the. othe.r officers or department heads of the City to .serve as Acting City Administrator. In the event the City Administrator fails to make such appointment , such appoint- ment may be made by the City Council . Section 4U3. CITY CLERK. There shall be a City Clerk appointed by the City Administrator with the approval of the City Council . c-13 Section 4U4. CITY CLLRK. POWERS AND DUTIES . The City Clerk shall have the power and shall be required to : (a ) Attend all meetings of the City Council , unless excused , and be responsible for the recording and maintaining of a full and true record of all of the proceedings of the City Council in books that shall bear appropriate title and be devoted to such purpose . (b ) Maintain separate books , in which shall be recorded respectively all ordinances and resolutions , with the certificate of the Clerk annexed to each thereof stating the same to be the original or a correct copy, and as to an ordinance. requiring publication , stating that the same has been published or posted in accordance with this Charter. ( c ) Maintain separate records of all written contracts and official bonds. (d ) Keep all books and records properly indexed and open to public inspection when not in actual use . (e ) Be the custodian of the Seal of the City. ( f) Administer oaths or affirmations , take affidavits and depositions pertaining to the affairs and business of the City and certify copies of official records .. (g ) Be ex-officio Assessor, unless the City Council has availed itself, o.r does in the future avail itself., of the provisions of the general laws of the State relative to the assessment of property and the collection of City taxes by county officers , or unless the City Council by ordinance provides otherwise . (h) Be responsible for the conduct of all. City elections . ( i ) Perform such other duties consistent with this Charter as may be required by ordinance or resolution of the City Council The City Clerk may , subject to the approval of the City Council , appoint such deputy or deputies to assist or act for the City Clerk , at such salaries or compensation as the Council may by ordinance or resolution prescribe. Section 405 . ADMINISTRATION/PERSONNEL . (a ) Administration . In addition to the City Council , a City Clerk , a City Comptroller, a City Attorney and City Administrator, the officers and employees of the City shall c-14 P consist of such other officers, assistants , deputies and employees as the City Council may provide by ordinance or resolution, The City Council shall establish such reasonable compensation and fringe benefits as are appropriate by ordinance or resolution for such offices , officials and employees except as herein provided. (b) Personnel . The City Council shall maintain by ordinance a comprehensive personnel system for the City. The City Administrator, the Assistant City Administrator , the City Clerk , City Attorney, City Comptroller and Department Heads shall be exempt. The system shall consist of the establishment of minimum standards of employment and qualifications for the various classes of employment and procedures to be . followed in advancement , demotion, suspension and discharge of employees included within the system, as the City Council shall determine to be for the best interest of the public service. The ordinance shall designate the appointive officers and empl.oyees who shall be included within the system. By subsequent ordinances the City Council may amend the system. or 'the list of appointive officers and employees included within the system, provided however, that once included. within the system, no. officer or employee shall be withdrawn therefrom (unless the office. or position is actually abolished or eliminated) without the approval of such withdrawal at a regular or special election by a majority of the voters voting. on such proposition . The system shall comply with all other provisions of this Charter. Section 406. RETIREMENT SYSTEM. The City shall participate in a retirement system. The benefits provided by the retirement system in which .the City participates shall not be less than those provided by the State Employees ' Retirement System. Section 407. BOARDS , COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES. The City Council shall establish such boards ,. commissions and committees as are deemed necessary for the orderly func- tioning of the City. All such boards , commissions and committees shall report directly to the City Council and shall operate as follows : (a ) Boards shall serve in an advisory .capacity to the City Council . (b ) Commissions may .have decision ,making authority in those activities delegated to them by the City Council . (c ) Committees shall be established on an ad hoc basis to advise the City Council on particular matters . c-15 { _ARTICLE V ORDINANCES AND RETLUTIONS Section 500. REGULAR ORDINANCES . ENACTMENT , ADOPTION , PUBLICATION ; AMENDMENT, WHEN EFFECTIVE AND CODIFICATION. (a ) Enactment. In addition to such other acts of the City Council as are required by this Charter to be taken by ordinance, every act of the City Council establishing a fine or other penalty, or granting a franchise , shall be by ordinance. The enacting clause of all ordinances shall be substantially as follows : "The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does ordain as follows : . " No order for the payment of money shall ' be adopted or made at other than a regular or adjourned regular meeting. Upon introduction , a regular ordinance shall be read in full unless a . full reading thereof is waived .by unanimous consent of City Council members present at that meeting. Unless a higher vote is required . by other provisions of this Charter, the affirmative votes of at least four members of the City Council shall be required for the enactment of any ordinance or for the making or approving of any order for the payment of money. All ordinances shall be signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk, (b ) Adoption. A regular ordinance shall be adopted only at a regular or adjourned regular meeting held no- less than five days after its introduction. . In the event that any ordinance is altered after its introduction ; it shall be finally adopted only at a regular or adjourned .regular meeting held no. less than five days after the date it was so altered. The correction of typographical or clerical errors shall not constitute the making of an alteration within the meaning of the foregoing sentence. (c ) Publication. The City Clerk shall cause each ordinance to. be, published at least once within fifteen days of"ter its adoptio.n in a daily, semiweekly or weekly newspaper published in the County or the City and circulated in the City which is selected by the City Council for that purpose. (d ) Amendment. The amendment of any section or subsection of an ordinance may be accomplished solely by the re-enactment of such section or subsection at length , as amended . (e) When Effective. Every ordinance shall become effective thirty days from and after the date of its adoption , except the following, which shall take effect upon adoption : ( 1 ) An ordinance calling or otherwise relating to an election ; (2) An improvement proceeding ordinance adopted under some special law or procedural ordinance relating thereto, c-16 ( 3) . An ordinance declaring the amount cif money necessary to be raised by taxation , or fixing the rate of property taxation , or levying the annual tax upon property ; (4 ) An emergency ordinance adopted in the manner provided in this Charter. ( f) Codification . Detailed regulations pertaining to any subject and comprehensive codifications of valid ordinances may be adopted by reference , with the same effect as an ordinance , in the manner set forth herein ; however, such regulations and codifications need not be published in the manner required for other ordinances , but not less than three copies thereof shall be filed for use and examination by the public in the office of the .City Clerk prior to adoption . Ordinances codified shall be repealed as of the effective date of the codification . Amendments to the code shall be enacted by ordinance . Section 501 . EMERGENCY .ORDINANCES . Any ordinance declared by the City Council to be necessary as an emergency measure for the immediate preservation of the public peace , health., or safety, and containing a statement of the reasons for its urgency, may be adopted in the manner provided in Section 500 except that such emergency ordinance may be introduced , enacted and adopted at one and the same regular or special meeting and shall take effect immediately upon adoption if passed by at least five affirmative votes . Section . 502 . RESOLUTIONS ..: The City Council may act by resolution or minute order in all actions not required by this Charter to be taken by ordinance . Section 503 PUBLISHING OF LEGAL NOTICES. The City Council shall cause to be published all legal notices and other matter required to be published by law in a daily, semiweekly or weekly newspaper published in the County or the City and . circulated in the City which is selected by the City Council for that purpose . No defect or irregularity in proceedings taken under this section shall invalidate any publication where it is otherwise in conformity with this Charter or law or ordinance . ARTICLE VI FISCAL ADMINISTRATION Section 600. FISCAL YEAR. The fiscal year of the City shall be from July 1 to June 30 unless otherwise established by ordinance. Section 601 . ANNUAL BUDGET ; PREPARATION BY THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR. At such date as the City Administrator shall determine , each board or commission and each department `head shall furnish to the City Administrator, personally, or through c-17 the Director of Finance , estimates of the department' s , board ' s or commission ' s revenue and expenditures for the ensuing fiscal year, detailed in such manner as may be prescribed by the City Administrator. In preparing the proposed budget, the City Administrator shall review the estimates , hold conferences thereon with the respective department heads , boards or commissions as necessary, and may revise the estimates as may be deemed advisable. Section 602 . ANNUAL BUDGET. SUBMISSION TO THE CITY COUNCIL, The City Administrator shall submit the proposed budget to the City Council at least sixty days prior to the beginning of each fiscal year. After reviewing the proposed budget and making such revisions as it may deem advisable , the City Council shall hold a public hearing thereon at least fifteen days prior to the beginning of each fiscal year and shall cause to be published a notice thereof not less than ten days prior to said hearing. Copies of the proposed budget -shall be available for inspection by the public in the offices of the City Clerk at least ten days prior to said hearing. Section 603 . ANNUAL BUDGET. PUBLIC HEARING. At the time so advertised or at any time to which such public hearing shall from time to time be adjourned , the City Council shall hold a public hearing on the proposed budget , at which interested persons desiring to be heard shall be given, such opportunity. Section 604. ANNUAL BUDGET. FURTHER CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION. At the conclusion of the public hearing the City Council shall further consider the proposed budget and make any revisions thereof that it may deem advisable and on or before the last day of the fiscal year it shall adopt the budget with revisions , if any,.. by the affirmative votes of at least a majority of the total members of the Council . Upon final adoption , the budget shall be in effect for the ensuing fiscal year. Copies thereof, certified by the City Clerk , shall be filed with the City Administrator, Director of Finance , City Comptroller and the person retained. by the City Council to perform the post audit function , and. a further copy shall be placed , and shall remain on file , in the office of the City Clerk. where it shall be available for public inspection. The budget so certified shall be reproduced and copies made available for , the use of the public and of depart- ments , offices and agencies of the Citye Section 605 . ANNUAL BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS. From the effective date of the budget , the several amounts stated therein as proposed expenditures shall be and become appropriated to the several departments , offices and agencies for the c-18 respective objects and purposes therein named ; provided , however , that the City Administrator may transfer funds from one object or purpose to another within the same department , office or agency. All appropriations shall lapse at the end of the fiscal year to the extent that they shall not have been expended or lawfully encumbered . At any public meeting after the adoption of the budget , the City Council may. amend or supplement the budget by motion adopted by the affirmative votes of at least a majority of the total members of the City Council . Section 606 . DETERMINATION OF CITY TAX RATE . The City Council shall prescribe by ordinance for the assessment , levy and collection of . taxes upon property which is taxable for municipal purposes . If the City Council fails to fix the rate and levy taxes on or before August 31 in any year , the rate for the next preceding fiscal year shall thereupon be automatically adopted and a tax at such rate shall be deemed to have been levied on all taxable property in. the City for the current fiscal year. Section 607 .. TAX LIMITS. (a ) The City Council shall not levy. a property tax. for municipal purposes in excess of One Dollar annually on each One Hundred Dollars of the assessed value of .taxable property in the City, except as otherwise provided...in this Section , unless authorized by the affirmative votes of a majority of the electors voting on a proposition to increase such levy at any election at which the question of such additional levy for municipal purposes is .submitted to the electors . The number of years that such additional levy is to be made shall be specified in such proposition . ( b ) There shall be levied and collected at the same time and in the same manner as other, property taxes for municipal purposes are levied and collected , as additional taxes not subject to the above limitation , if no other provision for payment thereof is made : 1 . A tax sufficient to meet all liabilities of the City of principal and interest . of all bonds, and judgments due and unpaid ,. or to become due during the ensuing fiscal , year , which constitute general obligations of the City; and 2. A tax sufficient to meet .all. obligations of the City under the State Employees ' Retirement System, the Federal . Insurance Contributions Act , or other plan , for the retirement of City Employees , due and unpaid or to become due during the ensuing fiscal year. c-19 (c ) Special levies , . in addition to the above and not subject to the above limitation , may be made annually , based on City Council approved estimates , for the following specific purposes , but not to exceed the following respective limits for those purposes for which limits are herein, set forth , to wit : parks and recreation not to exceed $0. 20 per One Hundred Dollars ; libraries not to exceed $0. 15 per One Hundred Dollars ; adver- tising , music and promotion not to exceed $0 . 05 per One Hundred Dollars ; civil defense and disaster preparedness not to exceed $0. 03 per One Hundred Dollars ; and for public museums of natural and historical objects not to exceed $0. 02 per One Hundred Dollars . The proceeds of any such special levy shall be used for no other purpose than that specified . Section 608. VOTE REQUIRED FOR TAX MEASURES . No tax , property tax , or other measure whose prinicpal purpose is the raising of revenue , or any increase in the amount thereof, shall be levied , enacted or established except by ordinance adopted by the affirmative votes of at least five (5) .members of the City Council; provided , however , that any tax levied or collected pursuant to Section 607 (b ) of this Charter shall be exempt from the minimum voting requirement of this Section. This Section shall not apply to any license , permit , or any other fee or charge whose principal purpose is to pay or reimburse the City for the cost of performing any regulatory . function of the City un,der its police power . in connection with the City ' s duty to preserve or maintain the public peace , health, safety and welfare . This Section shall not apply to any user or service fee or charge provided such fee or charge is directly related to, such use or service , is charged to the user or person receiving such service, and is to pay or reimburse the City for the costs of providing such use or service . This Section . shall not apply to any fee, or charge relating to any franchise or properietary function of the City.. Section 609. REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX .. The City Council shall not levy a tax on the transfer or conveyance of any interest in real property unless authorized by the affirmative votes of a majority of the electors voting on a proposition submitted to the electors to authorize such tax at a general or special .election . Section . 610. BONDED DEBT LIMIT. The City shall not incur an indebtedness evidenced by general obligation bonds which shall in the aggregate exceed the sum of. twelve percent of the total assessed valuation , for purposes of City taxation , of all the real and personal property within the City. c-20 No bonded . indebtedness which shall constitute a. general obligation of the City may be created unless authorized by the affirmative votes of the majority required by law of the electors voting on such proposition at any election at which the question is submitted to the electors . Section 611 . REVENUE BONDS. Bonds which are payable only out of such revenues , other than taxes , as may be specified in such bonds , may be issued when the City Council by ordinance shall have established a procedure for the issuance of such bonds . Such bonds , payable only out of revenues , shall not constitute an indebtedness or general obligation of the City. No such bonds payable out of revenues shall be issued without the assent of a majority of the voters voting upon the propo- sition for issuing the same at an election at which such proposition shall have been duly submitted to the registered voters of the City. It shall be competent for the City to make contracts and covenants for the benefit of the holders of any such bonds payable only from revenues and which shall not constitute a general obligation of the City for the establishment of a .fund or funds , for the maintaining of ..adequate rates or charges , for restrictions upon further indebtedness payable out of the same fund or revenues , for restrictions upon transfer out of such fund , and . other .appropriate convenants .. Money placed in any such special fund for the payment of principal and/or interest on any issue of such bonds or .to assure the . a.pplication thereof to a specific purpose shall .not be expended for any . other purpose whatever except for the purpose . for which such special funds were established ; and shall be deemed segregated from all other funds of the City and . reserved exclusively for the purpose for which such special fund. was established until the purpose of its establishment shall have been fully accomplished. Section 61.2 . SALE OF PUBLIC UTILITY . No public utility now or hereafter owned or operated by the City shall be sold , leased or. otherwise. .transferred . or disposed . of unless authorized by the affirmative votes of at least a majority of the total membership of the City Council and by the affirmative votes of at least a majority of the electors voting on such proposi - tion at a general or special election at which such proposition is submitted . Section 613 . EXECUTION. OF CONTRACTS . Except as . herein- after provided , the City shall be bound by a contract only if it is made in writing , .approved by the. City .Council and signed on behalf of the .City by the Mayor and City Clerk or by a City officer designated by the City Council an.d only upon the direction of the City Council . Exceptions to this procedure are as follows : c-21 (a ) By ordinance or resolution the City Council may authorize the City Administrator or other officer to bind the City, with or without a written contract , for the acquisition of equipment , materials , supplies , labor, services or other items included within the budget approved by the City Council , and may impose a monetary limit upon such authority. ' (b) By ordinance or resolution , the City Council may provide a method for the sale or exchange of personal property not needed in the City Service or not fit for the purpose for which intended , and for the conveyance of title thereto. (c ) Contracts for the sale of the products , commodities or services of any public utility owned , controlled or operated by the City may be made by the manager of such utility or by the .head of the department or City Administrator upon forms approved by the City Administrator and at rates fixed .by the City Council . (d ) Any contract deemed by the City Administrator or any head of a City department to be necessary as an emergency measure for the immediate preservation of the pu.blic peace., health or safety, and containing a statement of the reasons for its urgency, may be entered into on behalf of the City .by such City officer without the prior approval of the City Council , in an amount not to exceed $25 ,000. (e) Except as hereinafter expressly provided every contract involving an expenditure of more than $25 ,000 for services , unless by ordinance the City Council establishes a lower figure , shall be let to the lowest responsible bidder after ..reasonable notice. The City Council shall establish the manner and form of notice by ordinance. The City .Council may reject any and all bids presented , and may readvertise in its discretion. Written proposals rather than competitive bidding ,:may. be required for special services as defined in California Government Code Section 53060. The City Council may reject any and all 'proposals received and may require. additional proposals in its discretion. If the . City Council decides to execute a contract for such services , it shall award the contract to the .firm or individual ( s ) which the Council , in its discretion , finds best qualified to serve the needs of the City. After receipt of bids or proposals , the City may. negotiate such amendments and changes as it deems necessary so long as all bidders or applicants are given the opportunity to modify their bids or proposals . c-22 All bids after opening and all proposals after the final submission date shall be available for public review. In the event of an emergency where the City must act for the immediate preservation of the peace , health or safety, the provisions of this subsection may be waived by the City Council . Section 614. CONTRACTS ON PUBLIC WORKS. Except as herein- after expressly provided , every contract involving an expenditure of more than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000) for the construction or improvement (excluding maintenance and repair) of public bu.ildings , works , streets , drains , sewers , utilities , parks and playgrounds , and each separate purchase of materials or supplies for the same , where the expenditure required for such purchase shall exceed the sum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000 ) , shall be let to the lowest responsible bidder after notic'e by publication in accordance with Section 503 by two or more insertions , the first of which shall be at least ten days before the time for opening bids . The City Council may reject any and a.11 bids presented and may readvertise. in its discretion. After. rejecting bids , I r if no bids are received , or without advertising for bids if the total amount of the contract or project is less than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000 ) , the City Council may declare and determine that in its opinion , the work in. question. may be performed better or more economically by the City with its own employees , or that the .materi.als or supplies may be purchased at a lower price in the open market, and after the adoption of a resolution to this effect by the affirmative votes of a majority of the total members of the City Council , it may proceed to have said work done or such materials or supplies purchased in the manner stated without further observance of the provisions of this section . All public works contracts exceeding the sum of $10,000 may be let and purchases exceeding the sum of $1,0,000 may be made without advertising for bids if such work or the. purchase of such materials or supplies shall be deemed by the City Council to be of urgent necessity for the preservation of. life, health , or property and shall be authorized by at least five affirmative votes of the City Council . Projects for the extension, replacement or `expansion of the transmission or distribution system of any existing public utility . op.erated by the City or for the purchase of supplies or equipment for any such project or any such utility may be excepted from the requirements of this section by the affirma'= tive vote of a majority of the total members of the City Council. c-23 Section 615 . GRANTING OF FRANCHISES. The City Council shall by ordinance regulate the granting of franchises for the City. Section 616 . INDEPENDENT AUDIT . The City Council shall provide for an independent annual audit of all City accounts and may provide for such more frequent audits as it deems necessary. Such audits shall be made by a certified public accountant or firm of such accountants who have no personal interest , direct or indirect , in the fiscal affairs of the City government or any of its officers . The Council may , without requiring competitive bids , designate such accountant or firm . annually provided that the designation for any parti- cular fiscal year shall be made no later than 30 days after the beginning of such fiscal year . As soon as practicable after the end of the fiscal year , a final audit and report shall be submitted by such accountant to the City Council , one copy thereof to be distributed to each member. Additional copies of the audit shall be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk where they shall be available for inspection by the general public , and a copy of the financial statement as of the close of the fiscal year shall be published in the official newspaper. ARTICLE VII ELECTIONS NS Section . 700. GENtRAL MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS. General municipal elections shall be held in the City on the second Tuesday in April in each even-numbered year. Section 701 . SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS . All other municipal elections that may be held by authority of this Charter , or of any law, shall be known as special municipal elections . Section 702 . PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING ELECTIONS . All elections shall be held in accordance with the provisions of the elections code of the State of California, as the same now exist or hereafter may be amended , for the holding of municipal elect'.ions , so far as the same are not in conflict with this Charter. Section 703 . INITIATIVE , REFERENDUM AND RECALL . There are hereby reserved to the electors of the City the powers of the initiative and referendum and of, the recall of municipal elective officers . The provisions of the Elections Code of .the State of California , as the same now exist or hereafter may be amended, governing the initiative and referendum and the recall of municipal officers , shall apply to the use thereof in the City so far as such provisions of the Elections Code are not in conflict with the provisions of this Charter. c-24 Section 704. NOMINATION PAPERS. Nomination papers for candidates for elective municipal office must be signed by fifty electors of the City. ARTICLE VIII SCELLANEMS Section 800. TRANSITION . Elective officers and elective officers whose offices are made appointive of the City shall continue to hold such offices until the. completion of their current terms and the election or appointment and qualifica- tions of their respective successors under this Charter. All boards, commissions and committees presently in existence shall continue to act in accordance with their original grant of authority until such time as the City Council adopts appropriate ordinances pertaining to their activities or for one year, whichever occurs first. All lawful ordinances , resolutions , rules and regulations , and portions thereof, in force at the time this Charter takes effect and not in conflict or inconsistent. herewith , are hereby continued in force until the same shall have been duly repealed , amended , changed or superseded by proper authority. Section 801 . DEFINITIONS . Unless the provisions or the context otherwise requires , as used in this Charter: (a ) "Shall " is mandatory , and "may is permissive . ( b) "City" is the City of Huntington Beach and "department , " " board , " "commission , " "agency ," "office.r," or "'employee , " is a : department , .board , commission , agency , officer or employee , as the case may be , of the City of Huntington Beach . (c ) "County" is the County of Orange. (d ) "State" is the State of California . (e ) The masculine includes the feminine and the feminine includes the masculine . ( f) The singular includes the plural and the plural the singular. (g) Person" includes firm and corporation , Section, 802 . . VIOLATIONS . The violation of any provision of this Charter shall be a misdemeanor and shall be punishable upon conviction by a fine of not exceeding Five Hundred Dollars or by imprisonment for a term of not exceeding six months or by both such fine and imprisonment , and each day that any such violation continues shall constitute a separate violation . c-25 Financial Impact Repor, Page 2 3. NON-DOLLAR COSTS one 4. BENEFITS TO BE DERIVED FROM THE PROJECT 1 . Committee will have benefit of expertise and exnerienrP of consultant with previous charter revision experience -- 2. Advice wi l 1 be received from an independent mitt i nP cnirrc 3. An add i t i ona 1 burden wi 1 1 no be put on the r i t- 4 nttQ rna;, 1;.-Q-9;9 i eP %AIR i-eh i 9 currently short one attorney. Advice may be rera Teri wnrc ,�, ^FQA4 the consultant than from the City Attorney's office. 5. PROJECT USAGE The previously approved $2,000 will be used to review the charter for provisions which must be revised so that it conforms with iudicial decisions as well as with state and federal law. After review, the consultant will be able to provide r an estimate of costs for future services including the final draft of recommended revisions to be submitted to City Council . It is certain to cost an additional $10,000. If funds are needed above that amount, they will be requested at a later 6. EXPENDITURE TIMING date. The funds will be allocated to a contractual services acci2 n_ntt to be used as needed 7. COST OF NOT IMPLEMENTING THE PROJECT Delay of charter revision work and an additional burden on the City Attorney's office. ' RICHARD RICHARDS GLENN R.WATSON RICHARDS, WATSON, DREYFUSS & GERSHON ROBERT G.BEVERLY GILBERT DREYFUSS ATTORNEYS AT LAW HARRY L.GERSHON DOUGLAS W.ARGUE JAMES K.HERBERT - JAMES J.COOK ' THIRTY-EIGHTH FLOOR MARK L.LAMKEN February 8 , 1977 ARNOLD KE 333 SOUTH HOPE STREET PA TRICK C.COUGHLAN LOSANGELES,CALIFORNIA 90071 DAROLD D.PIEPER - FRED A,FENSTER 1213)626-8484 HOWARD J.STECHEL , - STEPHEN'A.LENSKE - CABLE ADDRESS BARBARA MEIERS - GEORGE A.FURST RICHWAT ALLEN E.RENNETT STEVEN L DORSEY ^ JEFF L LK n [ / L.WAER N.GARLAND ROBE OBER T M.GOLDFRIED ' MARGARET EVE SPENCER DONALD L.HUNT JITC GRAY FEB �� M ITCHELL E.ABBOTT TIMOTHY L.NEUFELD GARY L,GILLIG - HARVEY R.LEVIN ANDREW LICHTMAN I"+ITY OFF HUNTINGTON BEACH RONALD M.GREENBERG CITY COUNCIL OFFICE ' cOUNSEI - Jerome M. Bame, Chairman Charter Revision Committee City of Huntington Beach 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Dear Mr. Bame: In accordance with your letter of January 24 , we are submitting a brief resume of our firm' s experience and qualifications in municipal andlredevelopment law, and our view of the basis upon which we could undertake to serve the Huntington Beach Charter Revision Committee if the Committee should wish us to accept such an assignment. Our firm consists of 28 attorneys , in addition to which three new associates , 191I law graduates , will join us in August. We also have two pa'ra-legals , one of whom works exclusively in the municipal field, and the necessary secre- tarial and support staff. Our firm, through its public law department, has specialized in municipal and public law for over twenty years . We have served as city attorneylfor some thirteen cities in Los Angeles, Orange, and San Bernardino Counties , and presently serve as city attorney for Seal Beach (a charter city) and the general law cities of Carson, Rancho Palos Verdes, Artesia , South El Monte and Avalon. We drafted the charter of ' the City of Cerritos (formerly Dairy Valley) and have prepared charter amendments for the City of Seal Beach, have organized and drafted municipal codes for a number of newly incorporated cities, represented the City ofVictorville in establishing the first comprehensive county-city relationship in San Jerome M. Bame, Chairman Charter Revision Committee City of Huntington Beach February 8 , 1977 Page Two Bernardino County, and have performed the full range of city attorney services for both "contract" and "independent" or full-service cities . We have also acted as special counsel to the State of Alaska and the State of California. Our background in constitutional law is comprehensive. We have been involved in advising our governmental clients . concerning constitutional questions on a regular basis , as well as having extensive constitutional litigation experience . This work has ranged from the field of planning and zoning in which we have more than twenty-five years of concentrated experience to employee rights . As you may know, zoning and development of the Palos Verdes Peninsula were the major issues in the incorporation of Rancho Palos Verdes in 1973 . In order to enable accomplishment of that incorporation over the opposi- rp of a number of major land holders , it was necessary to have a portion of the incorporation statute (relating to protests by a majority of the assessed value) declared unconstitutional. This was accomplished in the landmark decision of the California Supreme Court in Curtis v. Board of Supervisors , 7 Cal. 3rd 942 . We have more recently litigated redevelopment, meet and confer, inverse condemnation, and charter questions in both State and Federal courts . To date, all of such actions have been succussfully defended, as have various legal attacks on actions of the redevelopment agencies . We have also success- fully defended various attacks on business license ordinances and other city ordinances . The firm has been engaged from time to time as special litigation counsel to handle litigation for several cities which we do not presently serve as city attorney, including the cities of Inglewood, Newport Beach, Industry , and others . These legal actions have included eminent domain, injunction, writs of mandate , and other civil litigation. We have five attorneys who work almost .exclusively in the municipal law area and several other attorneys who devote a significant portion of their time to municipal law work. Jerome M. Bame, Chairman Charter Revision Committee City of Huntington Beach February 8 , 1977 Page Three Glenn R. Watson has practiced . law in California for more than thirty years and is one of the founding partners and a senior partner in the law firm. For more than twenty- five years his practice has concentrated on zoning, planning and public law with major emphasis on municipal law. Patrick C . Coughlan, a partner of the firm, has more than ten years experience in the field of public law and is licensed to practice law in both Florida and California. While in Florida, Mr. Coughlan served as town attorney for Ocean Ridge and village attorney for Village of Golf, Florida, and also served as a municipal judge. Since joining the firm, Mr. Coughlan has represented the cities of Rancho Palos Verdes and Seal Beach. 0 In the event our firm is called upon to provide the consulting services described in your letter , Mr. Coughlan will be the partner coordinating and responsible for the participation of this office. Mr. Watson will also partic- ipate and lend his extensive experience to the project. In addition, other attorneys in the firm will be called upon to assist Mr. Coughlan as necessary to successfully complete the project. The preliminary legal work consisting of reviewing the Charter for provisions which must be revised to insure compliance with judicial decisions , State and Federal law and advising the committee on the most efficient and effec- tive manner to proceed on a total Charter revision would be provided at a cost not to exceed $2 , 000 . In order to estimate the time which would be required to complete the entire pro- ject, 'it would be necessary for us to know the goals and objectives of the Charter Revision Committee, the scope of the work the consultant is to undertake , as well as the number of meetings we will be expected to attend. The necessary additional services would be provided at an hourly. rate not. to exceed an average of $65 per hour. Jerome M. Bame, Chairman Charter Revision Committee City of Huntington Beach February 8 , 1977 Page Four We appreciate the expression of interest in our firm and would be pleased to provide any additional informa- tion which you might request. Very truly yours , Patrick C . Coug an PCC: se 0 I i a y RUTAN & TUCKER ATTORNEYS AT LAW ' A,W. RUTAN f1880-I9>21 THE BANK OF CALIFORNIA BUILDING OF COUNSEL JAMES B.TUCKER, SR. 0888-19501 W. K. LINDSAY MILFORD W. DAHL RICHARD P. SIMS 401 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE WEST H. RODGER HOWELL JOHN J. MURPHV - JAMES S.TUCKER ROBERT C. BRAUN - POST OFFICE BOX 1976 GARVIN F. SHALLENBERGER ROGER A.GRABLE NEWPORT BEACH OFFICE JAMES R. MOORE EDWARD D.SYBESMA, JR', HERB , ERT W.WALKER THOMAS S. SAUNGER SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92702 610 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 900 -ROBERT L. RISLEY BARRY R. LAUSSCHER NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA 92660 FRITZ R.STRADLING -BRUCE R. CORBETT (714) 835-2200 - PAUL FREDERIC MARX STEPHEN D. NUTT TELEPHONE (714) 835-2200 HOMER L. MCCORMICK,JR. THOMAS P. CLARK,JR. HOWARD F.HARRISON DAVID C. LARSEN JAMES E.ERICK SON JOHN C.TEAL.JR. WILLIAM R. BIEL DANIEL K.WINTON (J'7^7 IN REPLY PLEASE REFER TO: RICHARD A. CURNUTT CLIFFORD E. FRIEDEN February 4 , 19 / /LEONARD'A. HAMPEL JOHN A. GLOGER b JOHN B. HURL UT,JR, ARTHUR G.KIDMAN - MICHAEL W. IMMELL MICHAEL D. PUB IN WILLIAM C. DEANS ELIZABETH A. STRAUSS M ILFORD W. DAHL,.JR. MARC WINTHROP THEODORE I. WALLA CE,JR, IRA G, RIVIN STUART T. WALDRIP CHARLES T.HARRINGTON C. RICHARD LEMON DAVID L.COLGAN City of Huntington Beach P .O. Box 190. 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach , Calif. 92648 Attention : Charter Revision- Committee Jerome M. Bame, Chairman Floyd G. Belsito, City Administrator. Re: Charter Consultant Proposal Gentlemen: Thank you for your invitation to submit a proposal to provide the Charter Revision Committee of the City of Huntington Beach with legal consultant services for revision of your Charter. We feel that we are .uniquely qualified to provide this service, and would be happy to do so on the basis stated in this letter. Ru.tan & Tucker_ is a law firm comprised currently of fifty- seven attorneys , with fourteen devoting their practice to the specialization of the law governing public agencies . We have offices in the Orange County Civic Center area in Santa Ana, as well as the Newport Financial Center . Because of the size of our firm we are able to utilize the most modern and complete library, computerized .data processing, word processing and other facilities available. . The attorney in our firm that would have prime responsibility for this service would be myself. I am a full partner, with eighteen years of experience in representing cities . I have been the City Attorney of the Cities of Irvine , Lynwood , Cypress and Yorba Linda . Currently I am the City Attorney of Irvine , the ° RUTAN & TUCKER City of Huntington Beach February 4 , 1977 Page Two Assistant City Attorney of Yorba Linda and the Deputy City Attorney of Lynwood.. Other partners in the firm now represent these cities other than ' Irvine as City Attorney as well as the City of La Palma. In addition , we represent the cities of Garden -Grove and Fullerton on a regular continuing special counsel basis . We, also have represented more than one hundred cities in " California on various individual projects as special. counsel . We are familiar with the law relating 'to school districts as well, by virtue of our representation of school districts botl� as general ,counsel and special counsel . Further. , we represent various redevelopment agencies as general counsel and as special counsel. We also are nationally recognized bond counsel , whose legal opinion on issues of public debt is acceptable to substantially al°1 of the major banking and financial institutions throughout the United States . We have been involved in many of the Appellate and Supreme Court decisions defining the powers and duties of charter cities in California. One of these was the Bishop v. San Jose case before the California Supreme Court, in which we represented seventy cities in California, through the League of California Cities, as amicus cur.ia.e. We have prepared charters and charter revisions for several cities and counties throughout the state, including two of the most recent, the charters for the cities of Cypress and Irvine. In this capacity, we have worked closely and well with the non- legal personnel of the charter commissions . I served as attorney for the League of California Cities and the County Supervisors ' Association and their lay committee for a period of over three years in drafting the new Subdivision Map Act, interfacing with advocate associations and groups and advocating its adoption before the Legislature. I also served on the Attorney General ' s special task force which recently revised the California Environmental Quality. Act, and have served in various capacities with the League of California Cities , including membership on a City Attorney Advisory Committee. RUTAN & TUCKER i , City of Huntington Beach February 4 , 1977 Page Three I am a past president of the Orange County City Attorneys ' Association and various other professional associations related to the practice of municipal law. Our experience has been that the scope of work entailed in a total revision of a charter can vary widely according to the objectives sought to be accomplished. As an example , the cost of preparation of the Charter of the City of Irvine was more than twice that of theiCity of Cypress . Our best efforts at this time would be that the complete revision would run somewhere between $5 , 000. 001: - $10, 000 . 00 , for which we would charge a composite hourly rate of $65 . 00 per hour of attorney' s time. I trust that this letter adequately answers the questions posed in your letter, and hope that it will prove to be the basis of an opportunity to work with the Committee in providing the City with a Charter that will accomplish its objectives . very truly. yours, RUTAN )& TUCKER L' i James E. Erickson JEE : fcl J MARTIN J. BURKE - TELEPHONE' ROYAL M. SORENSEN - (213) 485-0101 DWIGHT A. NEWELL JAMES T. BRADSHAW,JR. LAW OFFICES ARK C.A LLE N,JR. M WAKEFIELD M BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN MARK C. - RICHARD R.TERZIAN SUITE 3300 HARRY C. WILLIAMS MARTIN L. BURKE UNITED CALIFORNIA BANK BUILDING (1912-1967) CARL K. NEWTON DENNIS P. BURKE 707 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD _ LELAND C. DOLLEY LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 90017 - COLIN LENNARD R. MICHAEL WILKINSON �7 I F. YEAGER BR February 1, 19:/ /'7 - - IAN A. PIERIK �d6E'r-t Fla.n�lp-�cK Jerome M. Bame City of Huntington Beach P.O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Re: City of Huntington Beach- Charter Revision Committee Dear Mr. Bame: Thank you for, your recent inquiry concerning your desire to employ a, consultant to the .Charter Revision Committee for the City of Huntington Beach. As you may be aware, for many years Mr. Charles Martin and I were engaged in the practice of municipal law, is. a firm known as "Martin & Flandrick in San Marino, California. As of the lst of February, Mr. Martin, having "retired" to the' position of City Manager for several cities, I have become a partner in the firm of Burke, Williams & Sorensen. Accordingly, please con- sider this letter a response on behalf of that firm with respect to the Charter Revision Committee consul- tant position. We would be most happy to perform the services as requested by you with respect to the proposed revision of the City' s Charter. ; If you see fit to employ us in this capacity, I will be the attorney principally respon- sible for the performance of such work. Should I be unavailable at any particular time, Mr. Mark C. Allen or Mr. Royal M. Sorensen of this firm would, of course, be available to assist you. As you are aware, Mr. Allen, Mr. Sorensen, and myself have been engaged, almost ex- clusively, in the practice of municipal law for a number of years. All of us presently serve in the capacity as City Attorney for both , General Law and Chartered Cities.. We have all been involved at one time or another, in the process of preparing new charters and revising existing 1 D FEB 0 3 1977 CITY OF HUlV HWUNON VA II CITY COUNCIL: OFFICE Jerome M. Bame February 1, 1977 Page Two charters for various cities. Our charges would be at the hourly rate of $75. 00 , plus out-of-pocket costs. It is difficult to give you an accurate time and cost estimate for this work. But it would appear that for the preliminary work, from ten to twelve hours of concen- trated time would be necessary to evaluate the existing charter provisions, and to recommend such amendments to existing provisions, as may be required to render the same consistent with either judicial or legislative pronounce- ments. It would seem most appropriate, after that review, for the consultant to meet with the full committee, in a general session, to consider the various proposals and answer general questions, which the committee may have in mind, with respect to such charter revision. Thereafter, I would see the function to be performed by the consultant to consist of the drafting of the provisions of the charter and attendance at periodic meetings of the committee, `on an "on-call" basis. In response to Mr. Harold Bauman' s comments concerning the timing of an interview, please be advised that I am available on February 9th, 10th or llth; Mr. Allen is available on the loth or the llth, but not on the 9th. Please advise as to when you desire this inter- view. Sincerely, Robert Flandrick of BURKE, WILLIAMS & SORENSEN RF/ms cc: Floyd G. Belsito , City Administrator Harold Bauman, Esq. CITY OF HUNTINGTON 11UN ESN(:TON BEACH MAYOR'S MEMO, , . , , , , TO City Council FROM Harriett M. Wieder SUBJECT CHARTER REVISION DATE January 7 , 1976 I met today with Councilmen Pattinson and Coen , and a subcommittee of the Charter Revision Committee to discuss their approach to charter revision and their timetable . We were all very impressed with the dedication and professionalism they have applied to their task. In order for the Committee to 'have enough time to thoroughly perform their duties , they will need to work through November 1977 . At that time they will submit their proposed package to the Council and we will decide on which election date it will be presented to the electorate. Possible election dates include the municipal election in April 1978 (at no extra cost) or the June 1978 State primaries (at a cost of $IS , 000) . A committee has been designated to interview consultants for the Charter Revision Committee . The members are Jerry Bame , Harold Bauman, Alvin Coen, Bud Belsito and myself. The Charter Revision Committee will be sending out a report on their progress for the Council ' s benefit . Recommendation : Approve the Charter Revision Committee ' s request that they bring their proposal to Council at the end of November , 1977 . HMW: cb "— `"; ;" r ,,,,_.- ,�..'".•• ,_lam".=�' i ;6 t 0 .� 10AA t ITY ®F HUNT'INGTON EACH CA 7 6-217 COUNCIL-ADMINISTRATOR COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH To The Honorable Mayor and From Richard A. Harlow City Council Members Acting City Administrator Subject FINANCIAL IMPACT REPORT Date December 29 , 1976 CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE Attached is the Financial Impact Report , Charter Revision Committee, which the City Council directed to be prepared at the December 20 , 1976, City Council Meeting. RECOMMENDATION Council approve the $2 , 000 request from the Charter Revision Committee. The balance in the Contingency Fund would be $293 ,464 if City Council approves this request . Res tfully s�uebm i o Rhard Harlow Acting City Administrator RAH:EM:bb Attachments AA��O it �d By CjT \ Cl �j e yr J� CITY OF I'IUNTINGTON BEACH INTER-DEPARTMENT COMMUNICATION HUNTINGTON BEACH To Floyd G. Belsito From Frank B. Arguello City Administrator Director of Finance Subject Financial Impact Report Date December 28, 1976 Charter Revision Committee In response to Administration's request to prepare a Financial Impact Report on the above subject, I am submitting the attached. At the present time there are funds available in the city's contingency account (101593) which may be used for this project i.f the city council so desires. The current balance in the contingency account would be $293,464 (if the requested $2,000 is approved) with another $122,000 due from revenue sharing funds in repayment of shame] ash tree removalcosts. F. B. 6Frguello Director of Finance jti 'v 4k ,a CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH FIINANC IAL _LMPACT.,AEPORT Project Name CharterRevision Committee Description Authorize the expenditure of approximately $2,000 for an outside consultant to perform preliminary work on charter revision. 1 DIRECT PROJECT COSTS 1 . 1 One-Time Costs Eand Furn'. , 41 a- Acquisition Construction_ ties, E ui ment_ Other Total Cost 2,000 $ 2,000 1 .2 Recurring Annual Costs Additional Materials & utside Payroll Personnel Su lies Services Revenues Total Cost 1 .3 Replacement/Renewal Costs Additional work w i 1 1 be needed Prices quoted CanaPrl_ f.=nM.d$50 t-n Shin per hour for a total of 100 .to 200 hours of work. Thus, preliminary estimates of future expenses, range from .$5,000 to $16,000. 2. INDIRECT COSTS Unknown at this time but will consist of cost of materials used and staff` time spent working with consultant. -, Financial Impact Repo l Page 2 3. NON-DOLLAR COSTS None - —- -- -- ----- ---_ ---..—_�—� 4. BENEFITS TO BE DERIVED FROM THE PROJECT 1 . Committee will have benefit of expertise and with previous carter revision experience. 2. Advice will be received from an independent outside sojr _e 3. n additional burden will not be put on the City Attorney's office, which is currently short one attorney. Advice may be received mrp quiUlu from. e consultant than from the City Attorney's office. 5. PROJECT USAGE The initial 02,000 will be used to review the charter for provisions which 111U5L De revised so tthatit con orms with judicial decisions as well as with State and Federal law. After review, the consultant will be able to provide an a e of costs tor tuture services including the final draft .of recommended revisions to be submitted to City Council . 6. EXPENDITURE TIMING The funds will be allocated to a contractual services account to be used as neede3'. 7. COST OF NOT IMPLEMENTING THE PROJECT Delay of charter revision work and .an additional burden on the City Attorney.'-, -af-rr _ Y �® City of Huntington Beach • P.O. BOX 190 CALIFORNIA 92648 CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE i I November 29, 1976 City Council ,�� (� V City of Huntington Beach 2000 Main Street �� Huntington Beach, CA 92648 RE: Charter Revision Committee TO: Members of the City Council : The Charter Revision Committee , recently appointed by the City Council has , to this date , held three meetings . The major portion of its business has been to formulate its procedures and to generally discuss its role and objectives . The Committee antic- ipates that it will continue to be engaged in its endeavors for a period of from nine to eighteen months , with the end in sight being the April 11 , 1978- General Election. The Charter Revision Committee has directed the undersigned, as its Chairman, to direct this correspondence to you and, thereafter, to address the City Council on the following matters : A. To compliment the City Council on its recognition of the need for a Charter Revision Committee to study the desirability of a revision of the City Charter due to numerous .changes in the general law of the State of California and the growth ofithe City of Huntington Beach since the last major study of the City Charter was undertaken. B. To suggest to the City Council that it would enhance the activities and endeavors of the Charter Revision Committee , as well as the City Council ' s ultimate ob- jective of having the electorate adopt any revisions to the City Charter that are finally proposed, if the h Page 2 City Council November 29 , 1976 Council were to permit the Committee as wide a dis- cretion as possible in light of time and circumstances available in the course of its undertakings , delib- erations and recommendations . C. To inform the City Council that the Charter Revision Committee , after extensive discussion, adopted a mo- tion to request that the City Council , at this time, allocate and authorize the initial expenditure of a sum not to exceed $2,000.00, to permit the Charter Revision Committee to interview and select an inde- pendent .outside consultant, possessing both the ex- pertise and experience in the revising of City Char- ters , to advise and assist our Committee. Furthermore, to indicate to the City Council that the Charter Re- vision Committee intends to continue to request and utilize the good services of the City Attorney and his office and staff in the areas where his advice and expertise will be of assistance to this Committee . D. To request that the City Council permit the Charter Revision Committee to have the services of a permanent part-time staff secretary who can attend meetings of the Charter Revision Committee , take its minutes , and then prepare typed minutes of the meetings for a per- manent record and distribution, as well as assist the Committee in whatever other secretarial and clerical work may become necessary . The undersigned will personally be present and will address the City Council at your forthcoming meeting to be held on December 6, 1976 , to further discuss the topics set forth above and to answer whatever questions you may have pertaining thereto . I Respectfully submitted, -- 'JEROME M. BAME, Chairman Charter Revision Committee JMB:bn- from the desk of: CONNIE BROCKWAY CITY CLERK'S OFFICE 536-5226 a F, i -0 1' APPLICATION:ATL Date BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: Interviewed li ,C 'C (',lTY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH P. O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648- 536- 52ot APFT ICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZENS commrri'Ei-'s, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 13irthdate First Last ear Residence Y P Address Telephone Business 7 telephone z AddrcsF� 1 1()w long a resident of Huntington Beach (kcupation I'due tiona I Background- Mrnifx�rship or License in Do you possess any special Pr()fcssional or Technical skills Associations-- Cjvw lntcrcsts---______ ly 0V Niumburship in Civic and/or Service ( )rganizations-- Availability (Indicate whether you would he available to attend meetings during the LJ.I.V, evening only, etc.) NA, Let tt", 1041CCV. 4 Additional Comments: It is thc policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, boards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. Infoi-mation concerning a particular committee,. board or commission is available f t-orn i lic City Administrator's Office on request, telephone S 36- 5 201 . !' gDATlt.;O AFFLICKFIUN: C'�1Ct►"-kr Dat? OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: Intel r1eWe CITY ®P HUNTINCTOid gE CH Appointe P.D. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. VLO45 -' 536- S2oI APPLICATION FOR AP'POKIMENT I O CITIZENS t:OMMI'T"1 EE*S. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS N:tttie— -j11Ry ATIJM — - — _ 1.1 THFT.S Birthdate- I-R26------ First Middle bast Year lic'sid�'Blt'l' Residence Adldires8103 m Thaassus Drive, ntj2gL=hnwh Te le phone Business Coats and Wallace Real Estate, Inc. Business rri��L Atkitrd-is ,9021 titlanta, Huntington Beach _ Telephone I low Iong a r rsidettt of Huntington Beach (h eupat ion - AsjIgglate Broker,, Coats and Wallace Real Estate, Inc. - E aluu t iona l Background I''- ! Spea.ch Connmication, State University of New York at BWTalo ts.A Imerican Studies, RtiweU Sage College, Troy, New York 11,� Mvnilx'rship or License in Do you possess any.:specisl Professional or `I'c zhnica l kills -Arstbinit �+„ *m of Asar�Q�a;iaeioats. California A , ocia.tion of Realtor, wntn/t?t+ameauwl 1Nn$Af Teaching Cred&ntials, CaUfornia Com, t1ty Colleges Past Member, New York State Speech As )c.., ^m. Brican 1i;soc -- (;� gFF 9 Hut tingt -- .:a3_11013 ; Patron Women s s Division, lhanber of Colwrcc ; Friends of Library, Huntington each R1 torieal -- o Mo ra- .. . .—- MevniK:rship in Civic and/or Service y l prgenizations_ lc of f'mmar a and abo m Availability (Indicate whether y( weak') be available to attend meetings during the diary, vvenitig only, etc.) - -- � -----�----..�_ --- -- , 4.U.- : �x��#3a. , DA'rE OF APPLICA'rION: l '� g-,��- icc - Date ROARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: .Y Interviewed HUNTo;vuTOid BEACHli 'C 'L —_._--`- -_ .ANNING DEPT. /s, CITY OF 1-IUN'1'[NGTUN BEACH �ppointe � --� , JUL u o .1976 Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 536- SZo t p. 0. Box 190 Huntington Beach, CA900§ 1CATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZCNS COMMIT•TEI?S. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS --�-� First it Fiddle last -_ Year R(-, d(•.t Residence Ad�ire tis �Z�y� �Gc�s /4 sue_ Telephone BUSilICSs _ Business A�i�irc �; --__- - - ----- --- --- Telephone - I IOw long a rusident of Huntington Beach_ F(lucationai Background Mcmtx•rship or License in Do you possess any special PI (flcssional o Technical skills Associations /ALA c_ Q_14-S '/���G:S�-_. 7J�� G=/ t %•cam'�_�!t�r����-�tif � 3/�✓_ _5��� �.�.�ii_ /� Nlum x•rship iq Civic and/or Service � (l)rgani-ration ``___� CJ�,mcclG v / lr". !lf✓/13�,( Availability (Indicate whether you would to available to attend meetings during the dav, evening only, etc.) _- - �-.: I/ ___0 ' Additional Comments: I GC R Cf%j e- I--/1//�N O t he r 0 f- 0 fim/�% �df1/ tl1Gt�/1�ya It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens, committees, hoards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. Information concerning a particular committee, bard or commission is available from dw City Administrator's Office on requesi, telephone 536- 5201 . DATE OF APPLICATION: ,� BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: / A�lj�%�i llate _� Interviewe Vim'',, - li ,C,C ---- CITY OF HUNI'INGTON BEACH Appointer P. O. Box 190 Huntington.Beach, Calif. 92648 536- 52t1 l APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZENS c;OMM1Ti'vi.S. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS � �(�(3 i rt hda to 1-2- - Fit-st Middle last ear Kvs rdLAWC /^ ,n Residence Akkif'CSS eY6 r0/%1/ Zb7)•9 Telephone Business �/ /� Business Addresb ----- �1L�j —_ -- Telephone _ low long a resident of Huntington: Beach L_���S --- -- t)� c'ttl�arion e5C - Fduc:ational Background Z i rgl� Tom. . Mc nibci-ship or License in Do you possess any special Professional or Technical skills=_�//A b ce-'- Associations_ � l n t c re s t s_�C ',/;''fit ��- �7' ,oL 71 McnrbLrship in Civic—,and/or Servic ( rfiani7.ations Availability (indicate wheth r y u oul available o attend meet' gs dur g the dav, evening only, etc.) ,��1.���� 1�7Z�1�� _.. ;�a5 ��cz.'—j - u3' `T"HOMAS M. WHALING ATTORNEY AT LAW 218 MAIN STREET HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA 92848 714-536.8841 o Mr. Bud Belsito DATE June 30, 1976 Acting City Manager P.O. Box 190 SUBJECT HUntington Beach, Calif. { Dear Mr. Belsito: Enclosed is a resume to .be considered for the purposes -of applying for the Charter kevis16n Coiiiiniss'ion. Respectfully yours, THOMA WHALING TMW/s Z p � C E� Q � J U L 01 1976 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 5 N77 TIP D— Board,Inc,Boz 505,Dallas,Texas RESUME OF THOMAS M. WHALING Attorney at Law Home Phone Office Phone 846-8401 536-8841 Home Address Business Address 16342 Niantic Circle 218 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Santa Clara A.B. (Philosophy) Loyola (UCLA) J.D. (Law) Long Beach State (Education) PROFESSIONAL: Attorney-Private Practice August 1965-Present Contracts Administrator Five years Sales Representative Two years Teacher-Coach One year Marine Officer Two years CIVIC: Chairman - Project Area Committee - Huntington Beach Redevelopment (one year - 1976) Board of Directors - Partners for Progress (10 years) Member and Officer - Numerous Bar Associations and Civic Organizations (21 years) Member and Committee Chairman - California Trial Lawyers - (1975 - eight years) Politically active over the last 16 years in both parties. jUI. y 1976 'fir. Thomas Wha l i ix - Attorney at Law is maid street L Huntington Beach , (,ai i.fairsais 9204� � y Dear Mr. Whal iug, Thank you , f€ar you resume of June.' 30,, i��16o to :be, considemf for tr purppse of applying for they ChArter Revision Colwlitt Euclosed is a i it1); � ication for this Committee to be filled out str��' r®it-i vi*ii el -to this .office. We _ it-j,.. �►ep ear rssaaH,.e .a fi,ltl and atta�cri application wh n received. Very truly ,�,)urs Floyd C. P,t 'Lsito gig€ �tt Ad'mini:`I v b . FGB:bb i "closures I i FrR n DATE OF APPLICATION: 1q=11> 'Date BOARD OR COMMISSION 'APPLIED FOR C r R_ev sr�„ cmori ; ee Iu)nt�er'Iiriewe f B C,C CITY Off' HUNT �NG')'fJI BiCH tie Fy ; a a.� p. a t �yx 19 t �4u�ntangtbn h '.'Ca li.€. .92648 536- 5 2 t) L APPL.ICA1'lON f�(7R A1'PUIN'1TAEN7' "i'U CITIZENS c;OMMI'f7L:rs, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Nlinie Stewart ____-H-Qrton ------ o Kenzie - Birthdato December 1933 First Middle Last Year Itcsidc oc•e Residence Address---161 2 BaLlad Lane, HB 92649 Te lephone g46®1685 Business Business Akldre s., __. l<S�Frad�ra Drive�_Mission Viejo, 92675 - Telephone 830-1.720 low li ng a resident of Huntington Beach 3Mars _ ()c.:�•t i I�t ion � e !h]3i iam -- 1"ducat iona l Background Hikh School, Grad W111 urship or License in Do you possess any special Pi-c,fessional or Technical skills radii nnywmirAcatlent` A ssociat ions member-• drnpri na n St, T,i etpnpr4 Club (A%TLC) members Newark News Radio Club (NNRC)p members Association a£N=tb American Radio cTubs--(a )--- ()\,r c' 1 n t c,rests zahle tel evisi an,PCTA A landscape aintenance and s nkl er Irrigation, Mumbc:rship in Civic and/or Service ( )rgani-rations_ nme Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the day, evening; only, etc.) -evening-attendance —_-- _- FROM Mayor Norma Gibbs American Shortwave Listeners Club City of Huntington Beach 16182 Ballad Lane Ca 92649 Huntington Beach,Ca.92649 L Li SUBJECT: FOLD HERE DATE 6 Dear Mayor Gibbs' Have ,dust read in the Huntington Beach Independent that you are looking for folks to serve on the Charter Revision Condttee, I would like to submit my name as one who is interested in serving on the committee, Enclosed is a short resin dealing with mar interest in radio communications minus the mentioned photos My .field of employement is Gardening* I am a Gardener with the Saddleback Talley Unified School District, I have been with the district nov four years. Prior to that I was with the Bid; Canyon Country Club as their Irrigation Specialists If you need any further background notes/informationq I'll furnish same at your request, 1S n rely, 1 teeaart Mae a ie Publisher Direc ASWIIC AWE D APR 1319 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CITY COUNCIL OFFICE FORM 1135 RFGFNT FORMS. PENNSAUKEN, N. J. 06109 w Mlwq AATAAJI Stewart Mac Kenzie WDX6AA" ' Borne 26 December 1933 16182 Ballad Lane Marrieds November 1955 Huntington Beach . CA-92649 USA First came into contact with Shortwave Listening while in the:USArmy in,South Korea. The military used the shortwave frequencies for the AFKN services. I listened via my buddies Hallicrafters"S-38. The following year I came back to the states and revd my discharge. I then went and purchased a Hallicrafters S-38C. That event was my official entry in the shortwave listening hobby. The from August 1954 to June 1956s I did my listening from Roxbury,'a I suburb of Boston. The first club I joined was the Newark News Radio Club.(NNRC) of which I have been a member ever since. I joined thru the encouragement of Hank Bennett's Shortwave Broadcast column in Popular Electronics. The second club that I joined was the Universal Radio DX Club of California, now defunct"(URDXC). In June 19560 my wife and I moved to Long Beach, California. I:took my trusty ole S-38C along with me. In 195%,1 started looking around for a better quality communications receiver. In 1959, I purchased a surplus Hallicrafters R45ARR7 USArmy Signal Corps receiver. The R45 made in 1945 covers the frequencies of 540 kHz to 42 mHz in six (6) bands. In civilian circles the R45 id better known as the SX28. The S-38C was donated to the Long Beach Boys Scout group. In 1962, we moved to"our new home in Huntington Beach. Prior to moving, I joined the American Shortwave Listeners Club (A.%Uo in December 1959 as a charter member. Shortly thereafter, I also joined the Japanese Shortwave Cl*b (JSWC). I am their member #2169. In January 1966, I accepted the Publisher/'Treasurer position in the ASWLC. Thus a major club was established on the west coast of the USA. I have held that post ever z 0 since., In-February 1959"I was assigned the call letters of WPE6AA. On September 1, 1970, I was reassigned to WDX6AA which is my present call sign. In the years that have passed since 1966s I have squired the following pieces of equipment for my raio room/shack. (1) R45ARR7 Hallicrafters All Band Rcvr. (2) BC- 221-AK Frequency Meter with a range of 1 kHz to 20 mHz. -Circa:"July.1945• Manufactured by the Philco Corp. QX535 Receiver - a modified BC453 for ac/current use by R.E. Good- hart of California. The DC453 covers 190-500 kHz. Circa: 1943. Manufactured by Western Electric. The BC453 is doublesuperheterdyned into the R45ARR7 which".gives me 535% increase in.selectivity. The B0453 is tuned to 455 kHz the IF.of the R45ARR7. The system works real well. BC-1031-C Panadapter for the R45ARR7 This.unit allows me to "see" all signals recei-;cd. Circa: 1955: BC-306-B Antenna Tuning Unit by General Electric. Circal 1943. Frequency range .from 2 mHz down to at least 100 kHz. R41t/ARR-5 Hallicrafters receiver covering 30 Mz to 145 mHz in three (3) bands. -Circa: 1945. APRA with-manu- facturer unknown.covering from.30 mHz to over 1260 mHz in .four (4) Tuning Units. My antenna systems is made up of an'SWL-7 Doublet facing North-South at a height of 30 feet �. The second antenna is a V80 Amateur Vertical at a height of 40 feet. Enclosed is some photos.of"my radio shack which you have permission to reproduce in I your publication(s). The numbers below will identify each peice of equipment in'the Photos. (1) R45ARR7 Hallicrafters All Band Rcvr. (2) BC453, Q15er receiver. .(3) BC1e31C Panadapter: , (4) BC221AK.Frequency Meter... (5).BC306B Antenna Tuning Unit. (6) R44/ARR5 VHF Receiver. (7) APR4 VHF-UHF Receiver. (8) SX28 Skyrider All Band Receiver, circa 1944, Hallicrafters receiver-civilian version of the R45ARR7. (9) 3-38A Hallicrafters receiver, ('� All Band, the closest I".could find to my:original S-38C.' 0 I hope that.my background notes will be of iise.to you and that my photos will be of use for your publications. Please contact me if you have any further que tio2nyJsi/://�1, #Travel by Far ....... Listen to Shortwave Radio" Stewart Mac' enzie DATL 01: APPLICATION: BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: - — ll I nnte terviewe B 'C C --- CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointed- P.n. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 JUL J l 1916 536- 52o i CITY OF.HUNTINGTON tul le-FION FOR A PPOINTM EMIT TO CITIZENS c ommiri'V I I.S• ADMINISTRATIVE OE�CE BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 13irthdate First Middle bast Year Itc idc ii�e Residence Addt-e,�s_L'7.�Aj �1 jd� � Telephone '4�7-�29f ' Bu S i 11c"s Business A dd re s h `!�_�� �-- _�;_� re lephone S36 - ScL.2 q (nw long, a resident of Huntington Beach-Q p Fducational-Backgroun Mcnitx�rship or License in Do you possess any special Pi nfcssional or Technical skills A:ssoc:i.ations_ ( iv is lntcresrs -r k Nicnatx rship in Civic anti/or Service ( )rganintions_ Availability (In'dicate: whether you would be available to attend meetings during the day., evening only, etc.) --- DATE OF APPLICATION: _ �; � Date BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: U-Y� _ Interviewe _ B 'C "C — -- U CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointed — s U P. 0. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 .J U L 1 A 1976 CITY 536- Slot OF HUNT' ..r','��� ADMINIST'i'.�iT�' �Af."l1ICA7'ION FOR AI'P(.)INTVIIEN7' 'I'U CITIZENS c;OMMIT1'L:I :S. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ti:►ri�� Birthdate — First Middle bast Year Rcsidclwc / Residence �1._ �' 'C Z- Telephone . ' Ilusinc ss Busines At]dr(,sF; _ '� _ Telephone I I()w long; a resident of Huntington Beach F(lucat iona I Background___ Mcnitx,rship or License in Do you possess any special Pr(Acssional or Technical skills_ lr 4Z 2-21 LI,%L-47 Associations-_ �- _1�U (:IviJr lntt-rests_ _%_ice_ 2G'�� �,;, ? •�' �,7 > j '` C/`'-' C" �L7-. Nlt- bee-ship in Civic and/or Service 7( )rgani-rations 1f16� ( , , 1L. / Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the derv, evening only, etc. ) -. 1 -y-_-PAY Additional Comments C r 14 -TCA: ES7__Z-71) 4� 7- It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens* committees, boards and commissions on the basis of interest and-qualification of the applicant. hifoi-mation concerning a particular committee,. board or commission is available ft-om Hit, City Administrator's Office on request, telephone 536-5201 . DATE OF APPLICATION: llate . BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: Interviewe � 'C 'C - - i CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH App o i nt e ^._ - _ P. O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 . 536- 5 z I11 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZENS GOMMIT'ITFFS, HOARDS AND COMMISSIONS U.-CS C���si�� oc.•; =i l ia, N:it��e___- -- ._�._� --------�------- -- - - - Birthdate First Middle Last Year Residence Addre:;s__ C'9t41 S�LuGn-- i)t:-new Telephone 53cf- i ce+ I3u inc s� Business A ddre si; ----- _ � — i`<t � � � __ Telephone low long a resident of Huntington Beach () c l l l-m I ion - Fducational Background C rya Ti IJ is i N E-o Gc b Mcmtx�rship or License in Do you possess any special Pi OIcssional or Technical skills Atisoc iations_ Pee � zW W i,z A ten,m: P� :c• �/4LLs L, C-_�.,C--�E ( ;t� ic~Intt rests- NIL [ ibc:i-ship in Civic and/or Service ( )rganirations_to o Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the da.v, evening only, etc.) --- Additional Comments: / K;J i Gt�: C }3-G 1-v3-�-.-c•ra� Pt-.s� ., t. AC R 4t�-V l G-,j Po-L l c t Gt F+C is l..D (�i v F-L t.L C.•-,C�n E, 6 N 7 r;--..s .� �, n m' .:,- A,sar o rZ U Fka,'t..�-nz ciJ `?i2-a-<�•i't c^ +S ; C-r0 Tt t He i.�l G'.)T It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, lx,ards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. Infoi-mation concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available f r-om t ir, City Administrator's Office on request, telephone 5 36-5 201 . ,, PA'rL• OF APPLICA'FION : Date BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: �r � �2 � W Interviewed Ii ,C ,C --CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ilppointecT P. O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 536 52u i A{'1 IC;A'i'lON FOCI AM IN TO CITIZFNS COMMIT 1�1�FS -�- 13( R S AND COMMISSIONS N;rn't- - -- �- - --- -. 1!-/�� .- L�l� [3irthdate_� Fi1,st M i d d last Year kcsidc lict `�� Q., Residence��jj / y Tele hone � -ntltire:�s_�L3y� G � `� � A7 , f _,CL� 13utiint•sti ,,;�_ 9, �/ Business Gam~ .lr. Phone I IOw Ion' g a resident of Huntington Beac () t ul�t ion s-' �/'< '-�7rf:�it 1 S�Le c '�' !.'L C7L�l� _ I'duc• t iona I Backgroun � � --`_. Mcin{x rship or License in Do yo )Sp knLspecial i OIcssional or Technical sills r -- T 1 , IL. Assoc,tat ions_ _ _� -- - /0 C, ( ;ivic lntt rests rttt•111hc i-ship in Civic and/or �.-- ( )rganitat ions _.H Avaiko�) Ftt-rAlotlic to whether you would be available to attend meetings during the dig JUL Cta 1976 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH _ __ ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE Additional Comments; tr In cry--S 'l�f li is thy policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, boards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. Information concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available f i-om Hit, City Administrator's Office on requesi, telephone 5 36-5 201 . DATE OP APPLICATION: Date rul RD OR COMMISSION_ APPLIED FOR: /Z jeryiJ/Dry Interviewe rl CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointed JUL 0 1976 P.0. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACI a 536- s l o t ADMINISTRATIVE OFF' ; APPLICA`FION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZENS c:UMM1Tl'L:i?S. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Bjrtndate First Middle Last Year RCS ICI(A •t ,.! ,�__ Residence Ac da-c,tis-_ ®z/� LHR/✓'r1.VF ,�. /Y"i,AVr1.tJ6rad_ 6Y Telephone Z,94-J:00 I?,u5inc s� _ Business A dd rc -,F -`SSA-E._®GC�,J_ l LrJ��6 ��1�c - Te lephongLZ/3� ory r Ilr,w long a resident of Huntington Beach r� YERA'J loll �9T/D.J C Faducational Background UylyaertnT OF /V.nIL? Mcnitx-rship or License in Do you possess any special Pa,ufcssional or Technical skills Associations_ LO�t16 ',eAeN /iuDyV`i'�rf,►� ✓�F, "/ 0,�> Pr C' JO�uVie, W 5-10AM F,UT CGU�lTy ()v i c I n tc re s t s_ CD/y!1UAJrT� �'UI G Z aenG _&9A)7-= Cyrc %/`l�a/frlEer ° Mcnibei-ship in Civic and/or Service ()rganirations_-Cv TZI/ /? r/-yc ZN BBi✓ �Cdur- _ of 1Pige a V,',P'~r - Y,M.C.A. 00A n �/`l/9� Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the d ay., evening only, etc.) _.�___�/`� �VA1c��__17Q✓�' __�r/��y�N6J A" � tyir111 _J aFFie,e1vr _A1Wr C74 49M R &) Additional Comments: HY ocevPlirIoA) &cp,,erx -rfr,E rV ,9NRtYz�c rlfw ©[ICI�J �R/gCT/C�f CIF �MP�OY ,r" ff✓" 'THE,/ &4hrO 7V M V4XJ' ieC G'uc/9 ri AtV. H/9<<r' tpprCfF/c ec epHliv).A r ryO rC4 f /!-- effnA)cEJ' oer ee 4vr,� / AN1P PERFPRIY aaehr,(,WR4 ✓4H,-AJWeV /=®2 / f7rA v� 174wR Vf Wfi-A IIN iA)MR,,EXr- 1a1 c®eoqG q /TRrr 7765,e CR4,VC (f FIFr--'c-r; 0/`Y V ESQ,� //U r,E oe r,,rr" /A) TNe 7 V t4r e vrr O.) Ti�fF (,!-fi9Rr 'IL FAVr,rIPA) wxle 77/,g r /yY Ff PP��e,4rY er H. A OA) Ft c li F®K Fo rviec cow rf AeMr1Px) OF RN Y vr1-irlF ' �t��Yrr<✓✓� 1 0 PEA)ra16s It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, Ix)ards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. Information concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available ft-om thu City Administrator's Office on request, telephone 536- 5201 . i DATE OF °APPLICATION: �� _ Date BOARD OR COMMISSION PPLI FOR: Interviewe i t3 ,C ,C --- ® C E [� r ~� CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointe JUL 0 7 1976 P. O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 � 536" szo t PITY Of HUNTiNGTON BEACII ADMINISTRATIVE O0ktL.ICA1PI0N FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZENS GOMMITTEI?S. BOARDS!AND CU MISSIONS j /-0 r _ 1 Qirthdate ._ irst Middle Last Year ile•sicl�•nc•�� � I Residence ��� , `��� AkI�ire° ;s� 73� ` + /d Telephone d -Busincs" Business e A ILI rc __ (� Telephone I I()w lung a rL'yident of Huntin ton Beach_ �"` 07 '" "r �/2 _ , r 0cculvi ion 1•'kluca t iona l Background_ t-t9-G RZ6 �jo�e c rntx r. hip or Li nse ink you possess any special Prr►fc.°ssional or MTec �i al; Associations. ( ;ivrc Intl-rests_ N1t,mbcrship in iv c a d/or vic ( )rganizations- ' all Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the d av, evening only, etc.) -. _-.- w ��✓% c� l 60"Additional Comments: tz JO �,,� ���1� 7�•Le.�— l�.cr� ti ��� ;���cam" 1 AIL 73 ��I fig(✓" "IC1CJ`�'�`'G j7 ,�Z.� �""""� / ` Ll.ii�i.(J'L'L GZ�C ��csz LIiLL� ' - t .5 the tic of the Cie Cou i��mak a 'ntments to cite scommittees,1 0 Y Y PPQ lx)ards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. lnfoi-niation concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available f v-om t lit• City Administrator's Office on requese, telephone 5 36-5 201 . Q�.f WL C, OL e-) i A w /4 DATE .OF APPLICATION: June 1976 Date BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: Charter Revision Interviewe B ,C,C. - CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH I App o i mt e cd — -' P.O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 536- 5201 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZENS COMMITTEES. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Name Harold Sidney Bauman:._, - Birthdate 1 -17-37 First Middle bast Year Residenrt.- Residence Address 16991 Saybrook Lane, Huntington Beach Telephone 846-8522 Business Business Address; _ 18102 Irvine Blvd. , #206A, Tustin, Ca. Telephone 832-3733 _ I low long a resident of Huntington Beach 1974 to Present _ Oc:Cupat ion Attorney at Law Educational Background University of California, Berkeley, A. B. in Economics (1959)University of California, Berkeley, School of Law (Boalt Hall) J. D. in 1962 viernWrship or License in Do you possess any special Professional or Technical skills i egi sl at,ve t9rafting; Associations_ Present Member of the State 'gar of knowledge of administrative m ici a,I and parlimentary Cal -fornia_(1963 to Present) Past member in the law; practice in securities administrative, and San Francisco and Los Angeles County Bar Assoc.. real estate matters. (,i\•ic lntc-rests State and Local Government, Education, Cub Scouts Mcnilx,rship in Civic and/or Service Organizations_ Formerly DeputyLegi'sla'tive Counsel State of California mF+mher advi so v -COMM it tees o Commissioner of Corporations, State of Calif. as Irigmher- of Cp eal th Club (San Francisco) and Rotary C1 Lb (Millbrae, brae, Ca. ) past pack committee member and leader Cub Scouts, ._.Computers_,and Law Committee of State Bar of California 1970 - 1973 Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the (lay, evening only, etc.) I am willing and able to attend meetings which are scheduled for either days or evenings. I prefer to have meetings regularly scheduled to minimize possible conflicts with matters for clients. Additional Comments: As Deputy Legislative Counsel, I was one of the attorneys for the legislative branch of the State Government. I reviewed not only proposed legislation and prepared opinions but also reviewed charter amendments which were at that time constitutionally required to be submitted, after adoption by voters, to the State Legislature for approval. I have remained interested in Municipal finance and legislative matters. Currently I am involved in local governmental and finance aspects of_gebtlie=aI-and-Dther energy resource development (not including Orange County entities or locations) . I would be please to serve as • a member of the Charter Revision._ Commission,.=if appointed. ' It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens" committees, Ix>ards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. Information concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available from t hu City Administrator's Office on request, telephone 5 36-5201 . 0 DAI'L OF AFFLILATION: 6/23 -� A/C /Q R llat,= BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: Intl; iewe CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointed - P.O. Box- 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 536- 5 2 n 1 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTNIFNT TO CITIZENS t;OMMIT"1 EL'S. BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS N:rlric_ 1',ZLLIAPd R. TI'L_ZARD,.__ -- Birthdate •TITI-Y 29, 1U1 — First Middle Last Year Kc s ids lip( Residence AtILIress_ . 21572 Hanakai Lane Telephone 969_9728 Business Business A yid rt•s s 1905 Alain Street (Huntington Beach High School) Telephone 536.:2514 ------ ---------------—=— — p ---- (()w lung a resident of Huntington Beach 7_y'ears OClU4)811011 Teacher -_- -, I ducational Background_ AB History and r�nlish, CSULB, 1y66; Santa Ana College 1961_ 1963�_Garden Grove Him, School 19j7-1y60 Merlltx•rship or License in Do you possess any special Professional or Technical skills Background urban history A,ssoc"iations-- California Teachers_Association and geography. Past president o: Standard Secondary Teaching Credential -- --- District Educators Association. Candidate for City Council, 1976. Currently Dept. Coordinator, Active in a variety of school bond, tax override, school board,. unification. el_ections. Also active Social Sciences HBHS. participant in campaigns of number of local elected officials. N1ui1iLx-ship in Civic and/or Service Organizations-____ -- -- --KeY--U-Iilz--Advisor,-.-1,976_17, .-IiulW.ngton Beach Hiikh School. Affiliated with Kiwanis m-tex-nati.ona1.,. Rmn itlgton-laea.chChapter- Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the ovine an hs .xn Or l atPr- il.ay, evening only, Etc.,) -Af.�ezvta d�v�nings�—der-nos, , mt CITY ®F I�Itt�NTINGTON 6EACH ' HUNTINGTON BEACH OFFICE OF THE MAYOR �3 q � To City Council From Harriett Wieder Mayor Subject CITY CHARTER REVISION Date September 1 , 1976 APPOINTMENTS I submit for your endorsement the following appointments to the City Charter Revision Committee : � Chester Gaskell Bill Tizzard �� 1 Phyllis Sariego (League of Women Voter ) N Elaine Hankin Harold Bauman Bill Burke Jerry Bame Mary Aileen Matheis Glen Frazier (Home Council) It appears that because of the great interest in this committee and the need to secure adequate,- representation, I found it necessary to constitute this committee with nine members . My determination in making these appoint- ments was based on recommendations from the City Council , Home Council and League of Women Voters . HMW: cb 1 � d HATE .Ole APPLICATION: Jut 1976 Date BOARb OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: Charter Revision Intervie'we _ B ,C,C CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH App o i rrt e d P. O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 536- 52ni APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZENS COMMITTEES. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Name Harold ____Sidney - Birthdate 1 --i 7-37 Fir St Middle Last Year Residence Residence Addresti 16991 Saybrook Lane, Huntington Beach Telephone 846-8522 Business Business Address _ 18102 Irvine Blvd. , #206A, Tustin, Ca. Telephone 832-3733 I low long a resident of Huntington Beach 1974 to Present _ Oc:Cupat ion Attorney at Law _ Educational Background University of California, Berkeley, A. B. in Economics (1959)University of California, Berkeley, School of Law (Boalt Hall) J. D. in 1962 MernWrship or License in Do you possess any special Professional or Technical skills I Ps i sl ative drafting; Associations_ Present ember of the Stat Rar of knowledge of administrative municipal -and parlimentary Caliornia (1963 to Present) Past member in the law; practice in securities admin i strati vex. and San Friu. icisco and Los Angeles county Bar Assoc.. real estate matters., (;i� is Into rests State and Local Government, Education, Cub Scouts Membership in Civic and/or Service Organizations_ Formerly DeputyL-e i'slative Counsel State of California mpmher adv' - ory -C-Qm ttes to Commissioner of Corporations , State of Calif. na_ m?mh.er., of�0_ SlwBdlth Club (San Francisco) and Rotary club (Millbrae, Ca. ) past pack committee member and leader Cub Scouts, ..Computers-,and 'Law Committee of State Bar of California 1970 - 1973 Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the (Jay, evening only, etc.) — I am willing and able to attend meetings which are scheduled. for either days or evenings. I prefer to have meetings regularly scheduled to minimize possible conflicts with matters for clients. _ ~ f Additional Comments: As Deputy Legislative Counsel, I was one of the attorneys for the legislative branch of the State Government. I reviewed not only proposed legislation and prepared opinions but also reviewed charter amendments which were at that time constitutionally required to be submitted, after adoption by voters, to the State Legislature for approval. I have remained interested in Municipal finance and legislative matters. Currently I am involved in local governmental and finance aspects of ._gedthe�ial_and.Dtl •r energy resource development (not including Orange County entities or locations) . I would be please to serve as . a member of the Charter Revision . Commission,,-'if appointed. It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, lx>ards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. Information concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available from the City Administrator's Office on request, telephone 536- 5201 . DATE OF APPLICATION: /� Date BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR. C_HAi lz lCEll/J'/OA) Interviewe CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointed JUL 0 5 1976 P. O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH 536- 5 2 o l ADMINISTRATIVE OFF'C; APPLICA` ION FOR APPOINI'MEN71' 'I'O CITI7F.Ns t:UMMIrr :I?S• BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Birthdate First Middle Last Year Residence A�I�irr�s__ DMZ emelrnwF T& M&r 6rfid e17, Telephone Businc•s" Business A ti(I rc•tit~ ,5S✓r E._®CC1g,J_ iv��ON6 _ _ Te lephoneLz-fz) r,�z or I low long a resident of Huntington Beach "3 YWX (h.C a I-A t ion fA/'T"� CD�oc ,r' ✓16- I'ducational Background U/V/VE2J'i Of A eu) 49 Mcnifx•rship or License in Do you possess any special Professional or Technical skills Associations- ON6 a{1',irACN-04 ✓AF 7i GjFPg6 iA�1 t�9�1d eTv,�EJLf �✓J.tl• LM-A--V a AO-A). - a' a,�c r Fiy F(ivir into resr5_ COMIydNiT�. �'UtGF LOcA�. A:L)4' Nr1EUT: (.cure %N dCHE.ch' __CDMH�iN /�vQi1t�P.�ur' N1,umbe:rship in Civic and/or Service ( )rganizat ions_,ggNr1-,1 jerl g iA� 8B� ✓C�ur'f ` d9iP-�l`lAA)" /`14- C� o`1LY17 € i�O�' c-�V/C `M�.�D!✓EsYEtJT Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the ciav, evening only, etc.) ada _ wires _.J'vFFiC��nrr ..A10ri,—C1004D_. All IW. RWR 49rr R�D� i Additional Comments: HY OCCOPIMPA) IFEQvik',c . rPT If6YcIr-1 7V fi NRI'C)( � r re }�'pucrC✓' PRAe77149f 'OF rHPt_pYAer q✓' THC�/ &4-RM TO VAIr-efAre- drWrr ev".r cl k''4F cvG� aig t v,, H,9ferr, J'prel-FrG ,�',� �oM/y�vo��oN✓ i� eAwA)cEl wpr 4F Qvim, fl".P PFeF, W& aveff77VA, e- J'EM�N��✓' /=02 / f/,q v� FI�W��f � RN IWMArXr- iN 40 46c. 4fi4eAr f 11/7 V FR //tJ rd i, /ti 'rNC ® P,e rv.v:ry 7V c4e e vre OA) T mr C'gAer-r& PWIXIVA) OVHN -rr rr-,C 77VAr Jy� F�PP�I e qrY jP,cH,l,,A) O/j Pr c_, f7®f_ FL)i o eC 0,0W rf_Pe,"r10.) OF RN Y ©TNT 1 It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, lx)ards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. Information concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available f t-om t lit- City Administrator's Office on request', telephone 5 36-5 201 . DATE -OF APPLICATION: Date BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: Interviewed B 'C,C _ CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointed P.O. Box. 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 536- 52o t APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZENS c:OMMITTEFS, HOARDS AND COMMISSIONS C= Nc k �•Ct�ur W'cL�Zc C,�)SCb�N [3irthdate -- First Middle Last Year KCS i&IWC Residence A(idrL'ti5 Q.4t S tL.�c;-n_ Telephone s 34a i <► Ilutiin� s� Business Atldresh __ _._-------��- -s rzc _— Telephone _ 1.1()w long a resident of Huntington Beach(k..C11 IV t ion — i'. ru� H 67o NNFt_� - D I'ducational Background Lor sTr�t NC-� r__bvG,vn sr3 Mcnitvrship or License in ' Do you possess any special Pyofessional or Technical skills 1`a e Associations-. ti+ n.. A5 `. �'-ttis'w 0 R�,is �,znn r}_ A tsrays s+s `a X4 Ly.S L t c_,s,ac-tj E 1 Ovi(- Intcrests_ - ALSo Mrs rr*ems ��n M(-nik-i-ship in Civic and/or Service ( trganizations Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the daY, evening Only, etc.) -- ___ - ----- --- Additional Comments: PO-i_i n G`S 5 N-a L L-n g � T-c u r:. cQt5 B'y a Sr 'C H n ra.s .3 fr.S w1 mom' Ate, o tZ C. 0,4 ,Yam-M 03 C- Lit 1 i j it is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, Ixwards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. lnforniation concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available from t hu City Administrator's Office on request, telephone 5 36-5 201 . DATE- Oh APPLICATION: BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: .Y Iaterr iewe FiUNtiNuTGtJ BEACH CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointe -- --- ----- PLANNING DEPT. — -- Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 JUL 2 0 19i6 536- 5 z o 1 P. 0. Box 190 Huntington Beach, CA9MO$ ICATION FOR O OMMIT'1 EI'S. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS NS e; N•rrrre____.�_/ / G� ��/ C3irthdat',z -' - - - -- - First - --- - Middle Last-__-_- Year Its-�rd�ari•� �y � � J � Residence Adidress /� e ���i6"� d�_ Telephone S_ BUSinCss Business A(ILIrc ------- --- -- -- ---- --- — 'Telephone — II()w Iong a resident of Huntington Beach 1� �je-SAS ctipa t Ion _— -- Fducational Background -�IeZ_/ ��'Pr G', ,/r�c�s�r .G/� /.?,cl 01, 5i'o Mcnitx•rship or License in Do you possess any special 1'1-r,ic•ssiona1 oX Technical skills -S Associations,���i�lc.e��' �u�g5� NIUMLx!r-ship i Civic and/or Service ( )r ga n i-ra t i on Gt� ��aPr+' ipe�,5 f f_G f v.�l���r�1��.✓s Lila I , Availability (indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the dav, evening; only, etc.) Additional Comments: (ce Refer ,V lalo« A/pfi f 1�L/14 /�us 1 � -5 s /,CI��rC�sf� / f"/I e- 1-f /,Sl fir Gt G L' ! Of�/�lCi✓� 11 /J`0 It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, lx)ards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. Info i-m jtion concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available f i-om t he City Administrator's Office on request, telephone 5 36- 5 201 . ("hat .r I�Fv Uat? -. 11 110 OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: Intei'fiewe w'cn lr CITY ®P HUNTINGTON gE CH Appointed P.G. fk)x 190 Huntington ®each, Calif. 92 ,. 536- s m APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZI?NS COMMITTEES. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS NaBme mr A:ria= Birthdate- -- 1926 First Middle last Year Rvoidem.-c Residence Addrc,,48=83 lbssmasDrive on Beach Telephone Coats and W lac~ R Estafe, Inc ®� Business liusind �s � I3U8 e AtkirQ��;a; _�21 li'�lanta, Hurit3nSton Beach ' Telephone Ilim long a resident of Huntington Beach _ 19t eupat ioi► A$12ciate }3rolcer, Coats and '-Iallace Real Estate, Inc. Educe t ions I Background 1., ! Speech Commmication, State University of New York at Buffalo -B.A Pmerican Studies, RiWeell Sage College, Troy, New Yerk 'k� Mumhurship or License in ®o you ptosess any'special Professional or Technical �icills "& +*+ *� �� A ssc�a:iat ions.—. cal.ifornia A:!, ociation of Realtor , in it o r Teaching Credintials, California Commidty Colleges Past Al mber9 Neer York State Speech As i ;co, Jmrican &ooc —" Womn u s Division, Ohanber of Commrce ; Friends of Library, H=tingtctn Beach torical -- o of _ Voters _ — ---- MvnlWrship in Civic and/or Service (irganirations_ y of- r-'===e and Wpm,. I ; j= I Availability (Indiicatc whether y( f would be available to attend meetings during the day, evening only. etc.) i �,, ....�._.__..—��•�.�- �-i�&�-�-�`TEi�sEJ'� t4f�Yd�AS°.C�-2'�Y?L�.�Bo f UA'1'b Oki APPLICATIUN: 6/ 76 ' BOARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: llatoInto:; >ewe ii ,C ,C - — - CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointed` -- -- P.O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 -- 536- 5 2 o i , APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITIZFN,S I;OMMIrFEI'S, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Nlime_,_'ULIAls R. TIZZARD Birthdate mt , 1941 — rst M Fi iddle Last Year <e s ids n� Residence A Idt'CSS_ 21572 Hanakai Lane Telephone 968-9728 13usinc sti 1905 Alain Street (Huntington Beach High School) Business Address - - ------------- ------ -- _ Telephone IOw long a resident of Huntington Beach pears 0CC11P8t ion Teacher -_- _— - Educational Background AB History and English,oCSULB, 1966; Santa Ana College 1961- 1963 i_Garden_Grove Hig School 1957-1960 Mcnite-rship or License in Do you possess any special Pr(Jessioncil or Technical skills Background urban history Associations._ California Teachers Association and geography. Fast president o Standard Secondary Teaching Credential -- -- ------ District Educators Association. andidate for City Council, 1 76. Currently Dept. Coordinator, C , -- - `� 2---------- -- -- -... Active in a variety of school bond, tax override, school board, unification. elections. Also active Social Sciences, HBHS. -- . _ participant in campaigns of -number _of local elected officials.��_— MC[l1Lx-rship in Civic and/or Service ( �rgani-rations_ -_ Kex_CIlub Advisor,,-.-1976,7-7, -. tington Beach High School- Affiliated with Ki wanis �nt��n inria].,�i t n ton �e,�ch Chapt .r- Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the dUy, evening only, etc.) -A,fterno-a Td--.eye ,ings-_nxter-noon}, 3!30 or later- I)A'I'l; OF APPLICATION : A` -usL 27, 1976 Date 13OARD OR COMMISSION AI11 —1-A) FOR: Charter Revision Interviewed Committee Ii ,C ,C CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appointer_________ - P. O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 536- 52t1 i Al'IT IC;ATION I'OR AP O)W'1-MUN`l TO C[TIZENS t;OMMITTEl"S' BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Jerome M. Bame 13irthdate April 8 , 1934 First Middle last Year Kcs Ich-11 c Residence Address- 9882 Dragon Circle, Huntington Beach Telephone 962-9977 Ilusincs.s Business Addrcsf, -__18582 Beach Blvd_ Suite 213, H.B._ Telephone 962-6611 I Ifrw long a resident of Huntington Beach 8 years _ O� uha r ion Attorney at Law _ — I'ducatronalBackground Bachelor of Science, Master of Business Administra- tion (M.B.A. ) , Juris Doctor (J.D. ) Degrees Me mtx-rship or License in Do you possess any special Pio fcssional or Technical skills Served as member Associations_- Orange County Bar Association_ and last Charter Revision California State Bar Association Committee ; Good Fisherman ( .I v i C NlciiiIkrship in Civic and/or Service ( )rganirations.- Rotary Club of u -R Exchange Club of H B Past President of H.B. -Chamber of Commerce ; United Crusade Campaign Committee ; Orange County Bar Association Law Day Past Co-Chairman; Member Citizen' s Goals & Objectives Committee ; etc. Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the day, evening only, etc.) - ---- --- �- -- ------ — Additional Comments: Possesses prior experience in charter revision work, having been a member of the last Charter Revision Committee in the City of Huntington Beach. It is file policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, boards and commissions on the basis of interest and qualification of the applicant. lnfoc-nirition concerning a particular committee, bard or commission is available from slit• City Administrator's Office on request, telephone 536- 5201 . Respectfully submitted, JEROME M. IMF- - ®Ja City of Huntington Beach �- � P.O. BOX 190 CALIFORNIA,�2,�4�.�.u:Li_•- �-- M E M O R A N D U M { TO : Paul C . Jones , City Clerk FROM: Tom Livengood, Chairman - Charter Revision Committee DATE : November 23 , 1971 We would like to request that our Committee be placed on the agenda for the December 6th City Council meeting. We will be presenting our final report to the Council at this time and would prefer the 7 :30 session. Thank you for your assistance . v DATE OF APPLICATION: _ Date RCARD OR COMMISSION APPLIED FOR: I��t,¢�T�R ��(�/S��'� Interviewe 13 ,C,C — - CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH Appoint—ed P. O. Box 190 Huntington Beach, Calif. 92648 536- 52o t APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT 'I.O CITIZENS COMMITTFFS, BOARDS ANDD COMMISSIONS N.III Z - - -- . �'/_ ___{1�t �°-� ' -t__ Birthdate st Middle Fast Year Resrdcncc Residence Telephone !J l;usinc s� Business Addrctis -_----- --- ----- -----_— _ Telephone _ I1()w long a resident of Huntington Beach— ion I'ducat iona l Background � Menitx�rship or License in Do you poss ss any special Pr()fessional or Technical skills � Associations__ -- Intcresrs_ __— � �.S� 4 S'i / G o,av, c� .max-� / ,r�- c•� ?` � z� Nlumbership in Civic and/or Service ()rgani-rations_/ Availability (Indicate whether you would be available to attend meetings during the dav, evening only, etc.) -------_,____ -- -_- f Additional Comments: It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to citizens' committees, lxrards and commissions on the basis of interest and'qualifi-cation-of"-the"applicant. lnforniation concerning a particular committee, board or commission is available f rom t lit, City Administrator's Office on request, telephone 5 36- 5201 . ��. 'C APR 2* -+ 73 /973 s CITY Of' W1 ti ;"r,"i fd tt'O 27 �11 10 r ADMINIvT"TAT" OFF',Cr April 26 , .1�7., 0 42 Mayor and City Council9 9o42 Annik Drive, Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach, California, California. Honorable Mayor and City C.ouncil,' As a member of the Citizens Charter, Revision ;-Committee I wish to bring a matter to your attention. At the meeting seventeen months ago between City Council and the Charter Revision Committee when the recommendations at that time were presented, the opinion of Council was that the committee should remain active® The possible charge .of the group being to study the positions of City Attorneyp City Clerk and City Treasurer, elective or appointive, There has been no meeting of the Charter Revision -Comm- ittee since that time because, I understand, no written dir- ection -,has been passed down from Council®: There being a strong possibility that- a .special election Ill be held In .November of this year for Governor Reagan°s Initiative on Property Taxes, now may well be an appropriate time to re-activate the Committee if it is Council's intent that the group study the above mentioned charge. Respectfull Yours Thomas B® Parkinson Citizen's Charter Revision Committee : cc= City. Administrator Charter Revision Committee Huntington Beach Citizens Charter Revision Advisory Committee FINAL REPORT December 6 , 1971 I N D E X Report - Citizens Charter Revision Advisory Committee Summary of Recommendations to City Council Full Time Mayor - Responsibilities & Authority Defined Recommendation for Compensation for Mayor & Council Pros & Cons on Having all Departments , Boards & Commissions Established by Ordinance Responses from Employee Organizations to Questionnaire Personnel Department Report - November 18 , 1971 Dr . Paul Schmidt Report Organizational Chart City Attorney' s Report The Charter Revision Advisory Committee is submitting its "report" at this time . It is understood the City Council will review this report and ask questions of the Committee . It is the desire of this Committee that the report be reviewed by legal counsel before the final charter revision proposals are written. The Charter Revision Advisory Committee has used Robert ' s Rules of Order and the following information to conduct its meetings . The final report to be submitted December 6 , 1971 to City Council was made and voted on following these guidelines : Outlined are objectives (dated August 3 , 1971) as revised and approved by City Council September 20 ,. 1971 : 1 . Define full time Mayor ' s responsibilities and authority. 2 . Recommendation for compensation for Mayor and Councilmen. 3. Present pros and cons on having all departments , boards and commissions established by ordinance. Progress Report - Charter Revision Committee dated June 7 , 1971 and approved by Council : "The Committee (Charter) will submit a detail"ed report to the Council on its findings on December 1 , 1971 . " "It is understood that all members of this Committee, representatives and alternates , have full voting rights . " The services of Dr. Paul Schmidt , Assistant Professor , California State College at Long Beach be utilized at a cost not to exceed $750. 00. Copy of Dr. Schmidt ' s biography was attached. Approval given to use "Do ' s and Don' ts - Reorganization and Charter Change" , Nation's Cities , November 1970. Letter dated March 23 , 1971 , signed by Brander D. Castle , Assistant City Administrator . . . . . "The Council has determined that a review of these issues and recommendations to the Council by a citizens committee would enable the City " Council to determine whether or not these issues should again be submitted to the electorate. " Letter dated September 28 , 1971 , addressed to Honorable Mayor and City Council , Huntington Beach, with copies to Charter Revision Committee and signed by Brian Parkinson, Acting Chairman, Citizens Charter Revision Committee . . . . . "The Charter Revision Committee also wishes that it be made known that any views expressed by the members of this committee do not necessarily reflectthe views of those organizations which were invited to submit names for membership on the Charter Revision Committee. " Citizens Charter Revision Committee Minutes , Wednesday, October 27 , 1971 . Members Present : Coyne , Hoeve , Johnson , Livengood, Parkinson Members Absent : Curran, Dingwall , Holden Motion made that any member of this Committee missing more than five consecutive meetings shall not have voting privileges . Moved and seconded - four ayes , one abstention. REVISED ROSTER November 30, 1971 Rita Coyne, Secretary Consultant Larry Curran Dr. Paul Schmidt Assistant Professor Henry Hoeve Cal State at Long Beach Steve Holden Council Advisors Cornelia Johnson Al Coen Jack Green Tom Livengood, Chairman News Releases Brian Parkinson Bill Reed Public Information Officer ATTENDANCE RECORD Total Meetings Held 17 C/C 4/8 4/20 , S/4 5/18 " 5/2S 6/1 . 6/15 8/3 8/16 Coyne X Hoeve X Holden X X X Johnson Livengood X Parkinson X X Curran X X X X X Dingwall X X X X X X 9/9 9/22 10/12 10/27 11/4 11/11 11/18 11/30 Coyne X X Hoeve X X X Holden Johnson Livengood X Parkinson X Curran X X X X X Dingwall X X X X 0 0 X - Represents meetings missed The Charter Revision Committee interviewed. the following Iuntington Beach officials : Former Mayors : Ted Bartlett Jake Stewart Donald D. Shipley Alvin Coen Jack Green Former Councilman : Dr. Henry Kaufman Council Members : Mayor George C .- McCracken Mayor Pro Tem Jerry Matney Ted Bartlett Norma Gibbs Jack Green Donald D. Shipley Elected Officials : City Clerk Paul C. Jones City Attorney Don P. Bonfa Former City Administrator Doyle Miller Others : M.E.O. President - Ben Arguello Vince Moorhouse - Director-Harbors , Beaches & Dev. Bill Back - Economic Development Officer �dward H. Thompson - Personnel Director alter Young - Personnel Board Member Following Individuals Interviewed by Individual Committee Members : Bob Davis , Anaheim Assistant City Manager Ed Carpenter , Riverside Charter Revision Committee Chm. ITEMS COMPLETED Survey of : Salary and Working Conditions - Mayor-Council , Selected Cities , 4/23/71 Written Survey, Huntington Beach City Council Completed Studies of Riverside and Anaheim Charters Questionnaire for Presidents-City Employee Organizations Study of City of Huntington Beach Organizational Structure Study of City Personnel Rules Regulations Study of Huntington Beach Charter Chamber of Commerce Survey Reviewed Study of League of California Cities Information : List of Cities with City Manager Form of Government , February 1971 ; List of Cities with Directly Elected Mayors ; Forms of City Government , Problems of Governmental Organization by Howard Gardner , Associate Director , League of California Cities Study of Report : Are Elected Mayors a Threat to Managers? by David A. Booth League of California Cities , Salary and Working Conditions Survey, Mayor-Council - December 15 , 1970 Study of Proposition K Study of Huntington Beach Mayor and Council Duties Study of Three Reports - The Mayor by Dr. Paul Schmidt , Assistant Professor, Cal State at Long Beach Study of Departments , Boards and Commissions by Charter or Ordinance by Dr. Paul Schmidt , Assistant Professor , Cal State at Long Beach SUMMARY OF ACTION CITIZENS CHARTER REVISION ADVISORY COWITTTEE The Citizens Charter Revision Advisory Committee , at a meeting helcl November 30 , 1971 , passed the following motions : 1 . Motion that Alternative "A" of Mayor ' s Proposal be acceptecl as stated except salary recommendations which will be deferred for decision under Agenda Item "Recommendation for Compensation for Playor and Council" , and that the 'favor Proposal be included in the next councilmanic election in April 1972 . Ayes : Coyne , Holden , Johnson, Livengood , Parkinson Noes : Curran , Hoeve 2 . Motion was made that Mayor ' s salary be set at $1 , 000 per month. Ayes : Coyne , Holden , Livengood , Parkinson Noes : Curran , Hoeve , Johnson 3 . Motion made that this Committee recommend that the Charter be revised to compensate Council Members $300 per month salary and that the Council "out of pocket" allowance be increased by ordinance to $200 per month, and that any further claim for expenses be itemized when submitted . Ayes : Coyne , Hoeve , Holden, Johnson , Livengood , Parkinson Noes : Curran 4 . Motion made that all departments , boards and commissions be allowed to remain as the charter presently stands and that further review by a committee be given to these departments , boards and commissions at such time after the appointment of the new City Administrator and he has served a reasonable period of time . (See #5) Ayes : Coyne , Holden , Johnson, Parkinson Noes : IIoeve Not Voting : Curran & Livengood 5 . Motion made that Huntington Beach City Council establish a standing Citizens Charter Review 'Committee . Ayes : Coyne , Curran, Hoeve , Holden , Johnson, Livengood, Parkinson Noes : None 6. Motion made that the following items be separate items on the ballot : a. Mayor ' s Proposal b . Compensation for Council Ayes : Coyne , Curran, Hoeve , Holden, Johnson, Livengood , Parkinson Noes : None THE MAYOR ELIGIBILITY 1 . "No person shall be eligible to hold office as a Mayor of the City unless he is and shall have been a resident and qualified elector of the City for at least two years next preceding the date of his election as mayor ." 2 . "He shall devote full time to the duties of his office . " 3 . "The mayor shall serve a term of four years and until his successor qualifies . " METHOD OF ELECTION 1 . "The candidate for the office of mayor who has a majority of the votes cast for the office of mayor shall be elected to such office . Such election shall be at the time and places of regular municipal elections . In the event no candidate for the office of mayor has a majority vote , a run-off election shall be held at the time of the next State primary election for the purpose of electing the mayor from the two candidates who received the highest number of votes cast for such office . " 2 . "The first election for mayor under this Charter as amended shall be held at the time of the 1972 State general election. In the event a run-off election is necessary, a special election shall be held for that purpose not less than sixty (60) days nor more than ninety (90) days following the 1972 State general election. In the event this Charter as amended shall not take effect in time to elect a mayor at the time of the 1972 State general election , the first election for mayor shall be held at the next general municipal election." 3 . "If. the first election of the mayor under this Charter as amended results in an increase in the size of the Council , including seats vacant for any reason, the otherwise qualified councilman receiving the smallest number of votes in the most recent preceeding general municipal election shall permanently vacate his seat upon the seating of the mayor as a member of the Council . In subsequent elections for mayor the number of other Council seats to be filled at the same election shall be reduced by one . " COMPENSATION 1 . "The mayor shall receive compensation for his services as shall be fixed by ordinance by vote of five (5) members of the City Council following duly noticed public hearing . " 2 . "The compensation the mayor shall receive shall not alter during his term of office . " DUTIES 1 . "The mayor shall serve as the political and ceremonial head of the city. " 2 . "He shall have the primary, but not the exclusive responsi- bility for interpreting the policies , programs and needs of the city government to the people , and as occasion requires , he may inform the people of any major changes in the policies or programs ." 3 . "The mayor shall be the presiding officer at all meetings of the City Council . " 4 . "Unless otherwise directed by the City Council , the mayor , or his appointed representative , shall represent the City before such public and private bodies as he deems necessary for the best interests of the City and its people . " S . "The mayor shall have the principal , but not exclusive , duty to investigate citizen complaints and facilitate the legitimate business and contacts of citizens with the government of the City as these may bear on the functions and policies of the City government . In the conduct of such duties , he shall attempt to make findings of fact , and redress grievences where possible . " 6 . "Except as the City Council may stipulate , he shall have full power of discretion in determining the need for , and scope of , such duties as described in (5) above , provided that no other section of this Charter is violated thereby. " 7 . "He shall advise the City Council on all matters of public relations and policy which he deems necessary or which it requests . " 8 . "He shall deliver to the Council a state of the city message at the first regular meeting of the Council. in January of each year , and recommend therein Council consideration of such measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient . " 9 . "He shall be responsible for the conduct of the Executive Office of The Mayor and Council . " EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL 1 . "The Executive Office of The Mayor And Council shall be staffed as the mayor recommends and as the Council approves . All staff members shall be hired by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the members of the City Council and shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council . Members of the staff shall have the same rate of compen- sation as established for other City employees performing similar tasks . Staff members shall have all rights and privileges granted to other City employees . Staff members who transfer to the Executive Office of The Mayor and Council shall carry over all rights and privileges previously granted to them. " 2 . "The mayor shall submit to the Council a yearly budget covering the salaries and expenses of the Executive Office of The Mayor and Council and the expenses of the mayor . This budget shall be subject to approval by a vote of at least five (S) of the members of the City Council . Any monies remaining unexpended at the end of the fiscal year shall be returned to the funds from which appropriated: such monies may be returned at an earlier date at the discretion of the mayor , provided that employee rights are not thereby violated. " 3 . "The staff of the Executive Office Of The Mayor And Council shall aid the mayor and the Council in the perform- ' ance of their official duties in the manner which the mayor shall direct, except insofar as other sections of this Charter may restrict . " RELATIONSHIP OF MAYOR TO COUNCIL 1 . "The City Council shall be comprised of seven members , including the mayor , all to be elected from the City at large at the times and in the manner provided in the Charter . " 2 . "The mayor shall have the same voting rights as any other member of the Council . " 3 . "Candidates for the office of mayor shall be designated as such on the ballot and shall not run for the City Council at the same election. " 4 . "All powers of the City shall be vested in the City Council except as otherwise provided in this Charter . " S . "The City Council shall designate one of its members as vice-mayor, who shall serve in such capacity at the pleasure of the City Council . In addition to his regular duties as councilman, the vice-mayor shall perform the duties of the mayor during the absence or 'disability of the mayor . " STAFF The composition and duties of the staff of the Executive Office Of The Mayor And Council should not be included in the Charter itself. The Committee recommends to the Council that it consider establishing a staff comprised of the position indicated and described below. When a decision is reached on the question of staffing it should be indicated in the ballot information provided to the citizens of the City in connection with the Charter revision proposals . SECRETARY TO THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL 1 . Provides private secretarial and office work services to the mayor and council , under the direction of the mayor . 2 . Should be able to take the initiative and exercise independent judgment and discretion in screening calls , visitors , and mail ; arranging conferences and meetings ; maintaining appointment schedules ; answering and disposing of requests for information; and in general public relations activities . 3 . Would exercise considerable tact and resourcefulness toward the performance of such duties . 4 . Should be at least a high-school graduate with previous experience as a private secretary to a top-level executive . Should have a superior ability to perform standard secretarial duties . Citizens Charter Revision Committee QUESTIONNAIRE FOR PRESIDENTS CITY EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS 1 . Does your organization support the establishment of city departments and boards and commissions by ordinance or charter? Why? (Please explain your answer in full .) Our association would support both, predicated on the nature of the board or commission and what their_ function would be in relation to the city. It is understood that a charter advisory body requires approval of the electorate whereas, an ordinance establishment advisory body is subject to change at the pleasure of the Council . `President-C y Employees Association ' (C.E.A.) HUNTINGTON BEACLI MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES' ORGANIZATION August 2, 1971 In terms of a policy statement, the Management Employees' Organi- zation is opposed to any "Charter Change, " at least until a specific proposal is available for analysis. The basic reason for this position is that the executive and legislative sections of our city government are just entering the final phase of achieving the goals and objectives of the last charter change. Also, it appears that the existing charter intended to establish stability in the functional departmental structure. We feel that this is a desirable objective until the city manager form of government and a strong personnel system can be firmly established under the present charter. In view of the City Council's two suggested major charter revisions at a previous election, we would like to comment on the specific issues involved. ISSUE: To establish a position of a full time mayor. There is no question that there are tremendous time consuming demands made upon the position of mayor. Our concern rests in leadership style of the person that may hold this position and in the duties and authority of the office. If the entire direction is toward establishment of policy and control functions, then this is desirable. If the position becomes involved in the executive functions, then we will be 2 re-establishing a spoils system. This would be particularly unfortunate for a city that has a personnel system based on employee political neutrality. ISSUE: To remove functional departments, board, and commissions from the charter. A statement to this issue was discussed in the second para - graph of this letter; that is to create stability until the form of government could be changed under present charter. It has also been discussed that the intention of the latest proposed charter change, which appeared on the 1970 ballot, was to bring about personnel changes at the department head level. Other cities have eliminated department heads under the guise of changing their organization, however, if this is the basis of the proposed charter revision, we feel that this is a function of the personnel system and the charter should not be revised. If there is a need to change our organization structure, we recommend that a thorough discussion involving management personnel be held on the current city structure before any revisions are suggested. We have a study committee that will be developing material on this -3- subject and would appreciate the opportunity to submit material as it is formulated. Our organization would be willing to meet with the "Chartui- Revision CommittcC' at any time to discuss tiny issues or hrcihoSaIS. Very truly yours, RaymqRd C. Picard, Pre dent M. E. O. �i . .� Citizens Charter Revision Committee QUESTIONNAIRE FOR PRESIDENTS CITY EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS 1 . Does your organization support the establishment of city departments and boards` and commissions by ordinance or charter? Why? (Please explain your answer. in full . ) F. %tjVPMTl,®W ALE WT Ate ` XkS�, ®� kF% `T VJ ®� Q401\ , Xe °"SOW V,102 A L. A aw iTek SST ote VUT ' ` v� `mod F a itwq vm wiL e qL%30Lr fa %lr k QwP'TMP, ��� '•�'; ;,� � 'j - ;�.'Z�r%`,M:` C.P:•. k T `i•'` � k-`."?" °a?:r.'P"ay .° 1`a f,fi1'' s � 3 a , Hl 'I1�C` ;.'1$ I�f`f1 F r PERSONNEL•;..DEPAIM4ENT. 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"i in-ono' P: ;s a 1�:be!�_$ub jec:c to di. N. ary act on. :A21';: rpplpyees �sha'1<1'`,1V�` stbjecC ao' discip"I nary act' 'on up to and inc:lurliri� disitld�::s3�i €or thy one;'.or�morc pf' thy:causes or :ground9'.lE4r•. disc i p)'.ire set..". ,oY th in : figs `r.u'1e's; Disc iji,Ij'r -r aet'i;an ie:'not pziinarily intenrJecl to 'be,.puniQive but' rather to ire ainta ;'t�hi '�ff'ffc.zi ncy' a d`lint��,'ri�ty of the city., service. ldherl`', +R'nside�`ing �discip:li»ar'�i:; aca ran , the ;u eY is,dr h ll�C' an ons; "u tlie:i tl ings�;,`the 'i4ture an :se�veri ty of tI `f-eiis� and ,the emp oydee•� coed przc�r rc� u. . : =1,ii• .. - t?. ,y r 7-6. DISMISSAL. :: ,A de artmeht .head,;,.or any person a:ithorized by '* him, may dismiss an ,employee. or one" or more.of the caues i.)r discipline . EINV• sped f ied in Section 7-2 .of" this "rule by notifying the em,•l o ee. in writing" ' of the action, pending_ .service upon him of a formal, writ.ters notices . Such ac t ion. i:, valid only if formal,: written notice, meeting .I N%c r quirements i et cut he_i sin, is served on 'the employee and f iled with thy: } :�rsonnel Direr:ror. as soon as, possible after the effective date of the disk,ipIinary " action. The formal ,notice shall be served on the employee. personally, or: ;;y cn t i 1. and shall -include: (a) a statement of, the nature of tht" disciplin- 'z ay ,mien:; (b) the effective date of the, action; and (c) a -•tar. meat in vrr!inar ^ ;.end concise language of the grounds for dismissal. FM Ftr RULF; 20 REVIEW- PROCEDURE IN DISC[PE.INARY MAT`1'FRS 20-I„ PURPOSE. The purpose of this rule, is to provide , means by whi.c.h ,r evances .of employees arising out, of disciplinary matters, may be c<:n idc:red, discussed arid resolved at the level' closest to the ppint 'of . orig-in. fhe grievance procedure provided for in this rule does not apply' b to revie:y of matters covered by Rule 11 of this resolution. F; [ 10-2, DEFINITION. For the -purpose of this rule, a grievance is a di:,< cite concerning the a lication" interl>retat.ion or enforcement of the r� . g+ P p s i 9 ' rulf.::, cc.nLa"'ned in this resolution or departmental rules governing the con"uL: t. Of employees in the, competitive service in cases where discipline hrj hf.cn' impose:d", upon such employees. " 20-6. SUPPLEMENTAL HEARING BY PERSONNEL BOARD. (a) The L3oard 'may,` in its sole dl.;c•retiun, after it has received the wr i tte.n report and recommendation of the- hearing officer, set the matter for private! hearing for the purpose, of receiving additional evidence oi: ar. uce"ikt. In the event the Board sets a private hearing for such pun- poses, the Personnel',birec.tor shall give written notice, of such to all parties: concerned in such matter. (b) The• Board_, following a consideration of the hearing officer;'s written report and recommendation and del iberati.ort .thereon and any sup- [`, p1.ement;s I bearing before the Bciard, shall make findings, conclusions and ians Wt1ic1i shall be final and bindi_ni� on all parties and from which there. shall be no fur.'ther 'eppfal. 20-7,, AP.PEA1.,S, ,SUSPENSION2 DEMOTLON OR WSCHARGI:. A1_ ,appeals h _ t:;�•s, c;,ncern- iie thv"se matters specified in subsection (d), Section 808 of ' t..he city" Charter, namely" suspension. for. more than thirty (30) days, demotion, c� di.CLi ai ge-, shall, be to "the."Pc rsdn_nel Board In accordance with, the p"ro- ccdure.- set'• forth.,in .Set t ion. 20-5. and 20-6 above. rp?i .November 19, 1071 0: Huntington Mach Citizens Charter Revision Committee From: Paul MOM, Assistant Professor of Political Science, C3CL'.., subject: KAM, MUMMY% AND DTPkRTMP7T3: 3y CHAT ER OR JRDIIJATJC["' Wiled down to its essence, there are four departments, two boards, and one commission created by the City Charter. Each department heard is also mentioned. The departments are; Police F!re Public works Planning The boards and commissions are: Personnel Board (5 members) Library Board (5 members) Planning Commission Q members) As a general rule, it is not anusual for cities to have in their chanters provisions for several boards, commissions, and departments. It is so commonDInce, in fact, that it has not attracted enough attention for someore to do any lsrqo-scat., studies of the incidence of various department, commission, or boar" mowtiorq i'. city charters. As a small step in that direction, you may be interested in the cnipilatior,' that resulted from my survey of some California cities with a population about as largo as Huntington 3each. Actually, the size of cities is not very dirnctly�relate'-J to the number of boards, commissions or departments locked in to the Chnrter.- although it is interesting to observe that Los Angeles, the third largost city in the country, tends to W-jo Yost cities on that score. Los Angeles has soqethinp, like 16 commissions in charge of a like number of departments and 6 other department-; also mentioned in, and. created by, the Charter! The result of this is what many political scientists and other thoughtful commentators consider to be an Pdministrattv.� and political nightmare. Zo; P n e' rk.- t.i c i.c i s 1 11 oa I t 1- i-,,e E,r nq ai n 1 1 -,rc x X 2 F rF:snu X S,-, a x iUIV C r Biri E' x x x on oc x x x x Y, 3annyvalp, X x -Y x V X x x Torrance x Y, x 7 7 6 4 3 3 3 2 "several otl-er 'opartzments or combinations exist: this chart confines itself' to cases where at least two cities have a sorr.eiN!, ."T,�lar set-LID. In some cases an 'Yf is for a sub—le-oartmental part of another department. —'e'Se L11-0 instances, the police an(i f--; r(-,, departments are combinec! by charter into a Public Safety department: COU--Cd as separate in horizontal tabulation (figures at the bottom) but not in figures to the side of tL,.is table. 3 Fiov. 1.8, 1971 3UARilS, I33ION 3, A`.D DEPARTI i n`T ; (COI�?T) the original purpose for creating departments and assorted commissions and boards by charter was to attempt their removal from the more gross forms of graft and corruption found in the larger Eastern cities at the turn of the Century. This was an era when civil service coverage was minimal and modern personnel systems did not exist. Fire, police, finance and public works departments seem to have been among the more vulnerable to corruption because money, spoils-system jobs, and the protection of illegal activities was involved. In any case, these departments were highly visible to reformers. As ,you can see by the chart, these departments are the most frequently found charter departments. The experience in the East a half-century ago influences the ',4est today. The case of planning is somewhat different. Certainly corruption was one factor, but in many cities modern planning departments were not created until after the main wave of reform had passed. Zoning was invented in America in 1910, and in 1928, under the urging of a group convened by then-Secretary of` Commerce Herbert Hoover, cities began to adopt the 1923 Standard City Planning Act. This Act created a planning department and a -planning commission. The comraission was to be made up of important citizens whose influence would keep planning, out of politics. many cities did not have any planning department but only the commission, whose job was to hire a consultant to create a master plan. All the planning commission did (if it worked at all) was to keen planning out of government. If it did not work, politics and planning found other Trays to have a romance. A device designed for large Eastern cities may not be appropriate for Western, middle-sized, homogenous cities such as Huntington Beach. The chances for corruption being avoided by these devices seem rather slight, and they did not work very well in the Fast either. Political scientists today view the creation of departments by charter as a roadblock to modern, efficient administration, because the charter makes it difficult to reorganize to meet changing city needs. However, the charter also prevents reorganization for less worth political purposes. Some city administrators find it useful to combine or shift duties from department to department. Most private firms thereby have more flexibility than that given city administrators. Although fire, police, finance, and public works functions tend to be somewhat specialized (and therefore more easily separated as Charters tend Lo lo) the planning function is somewhat different, because many departments do planning and make decisions that influence those of the planning department. Some administrators feel that long-range and current planniina. functions are somewhat different and should be separated. Commissions and boards now form an important part of city government by takin; some of the load off cart-time city councils. This function is independent of the mariner of their creation. In some cities, such as Los Angeles, the commissioners and board members are political friends of the mayor or eoumilmen an-] are expected to raise money for political campaigns. Neither charters nor ordinances can prevent this. This is not usually such a. problem in smaller cities such as Eurrtington icach. It is more a matter of localhistory and expectations. Nov 4 1 18, 1971 4�'D DIRFAR21,A ! T T3 (CC)" r, 1:. Students o" ?overnment -today tend to feel that Charters, like constitutions, shoul� be kept short and si~iaple. 3ince there is no great reason for including commissions, board--;, and departments in the Charter, it is usually recol'tmende,� that they be kept out. On iuhe other hand, when the question is the revision of an existing charter rather than the creation of a new ore, the experiences of the individual city must, be ':cent in mind and the decision mar-3e on that basis. Cityof HuntingtonBeach pAA APRIL 1, 1970 -- PEOPLE i 4tNT1NGTON BrACH ! i CITY COUNCIL 1 City Clerk City Treasurer City Attorney Adminlstrat,on C1ty - �rAdmmistration Central Records I Administrator - Criminal Licenses C1Vi1 Assistant City Administrator STAFF DEPARTMENTS PUBLIC INFORMATION DEVELOPMENT CIVIL DEFENSE FINANCE OFFICER COORDINATOR ( PURCHASING PERSONNEL AND DISASTER i Central Services Data Processing Mail Service Switchboard Cost Control Print Shop & Accounting Services L INE DEPARTMENTS RECREATION OIL FIELD FHRBORS, BEACHES& PARKS LIBRARY FIRE POLICE PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING BUILDING SUPERINTENDENTI & DEVELOPMENT i I Administratioi LAistration Adrninistra�tion�_J Administration Engineering ! Current 4 ( Structural 1 Administration Recreation r Technical PlanningI J Lifeguard _ �Fire Prev—entian Investigation Maintenance _Ilactrical I Park` Processes I S r -- ' Advance r ' C Harbors — Fire upprer scion 1 ` Uniform 1 Water Plamm�, ` L Plumbing I r r _ Maintenance ---Adult --------- I (— Operations F Services I �T�—I ( Plan Check ( Equipment Services f I Graphic Land Use F- Children's Maintenance I Services I — Housing Services &� � Maintenance , OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY OPINION NO. 69-20 30 June 1969 SUBJECT: Validity of Resolution No. 3013 Relating to Planning Department REQUESTED BY: K. A. Reynolds, Planning Director PREPARED BY: Don P. Bonfa, City Attorney Mr. K. A. Reynolds , Planning Director, has requested our legal opinion, in the light of city Charter requirements , on Counci.]. ' s action, by Resolution No . 3013, creating the positions of Director of Advanced Planning and Director of Current Planninp; . Section 700 , city Charter, provides in applicable part: , that the officers and employees of the city shall consist of " . . .a Planning Director. . .and such other officers , assistants , depu- ties and employees as the City Council may provide by ordinance or resolution. " Section 702 , city Charter, provides as follows : "ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS . The City Council may pro- vide by ordinance or resolution not inconsistent with this Charter for the organization, conduct and operation of the several offices and departments of the City a,, established by this Charter, for the creation of addi- tional departments , divisions , offices and agencies and for their consolidation, alteration or abolition . It may further provide by ordinance or resolution for the assignment, the reassignment of functions , duties , offices and agencies to offices and departments and for, the number, titles , qualifications , powers , duti (_,., and compensation of all officers and employees consi:,t ,nt. with this Charter. Each department so created shall }.— headed by an officer as department head. " (Emphasis added. ) Section 707 , city Charter, provides as follows : "The Director of Public Works , the Planning Dircct.or , the Police Chief and the Fire Chief shall be the. r�cad: Office of the -y Attorney 30 Ji,_n�,-- 196,1) Opinion No . 65---20 Page of their respective tmerit.; an d ments shall continue and remain separate (Emphasis added. ) DISCUSSION: Tnasmuch as the office of "Planning Director" n(It additional . office , it is not subject to alteration or abc) ( 11,l ()n under Section 702, city Charter. The office of' Plarin-l-rio-, I'll rIfICT )I, expressly provided by Section 700, city Charter, and (pan be or abolished only by charter amendment . Section 707 , city Charter, requires that the Plann_ln,.c; be the head of the Planning Department . The Charter the scope of functions of the Planning Departmient . w eve T- Ai,t Lc 136 , Huntington Beach Ordinance Code contains specific Section 1361 establishes a Planning Department `in order to secure the benefits accruing to the city from the orderly growth and development of land within the city . " Section 1362 expressly provides "the Planning Direct -)r, h(� ti, head of the Planning Department . " Section 1363 provides that the PlanninE,, Director I il�:tv( powers and duties as set forth by ordinance of the ,f' ington Beach. " (Emphasis added . ) Section 1365 provides that the Planning Dlrector shall apl',,oint �_111 other officers , assistants , deputies and emp-loyee,,:-, 'L_,he Department , subject to the approval of the City Cr_)u1r1c_11 . it appears therefore , that the legal effect of 11-11esolufLI-on '16-, . 1 a.,,, circumscribed by Section 702, city Charter, is the rUoz1'_9,:)-1 11 �")-- Lion of the Planning Department into two sections , namely Planning" and "Current Planning. " The term "Direcilor" is and, in light of Charter provisions , confusink-;_ We recoimm�er-J(J the following as possible terminology , corisistent both w1tli (Cli,'Irter ,3i)l Article 136 of the code : "Advanced Planning Section Linder the dlrect .loi of Chief of Advanced Planning. " "Current (,,Lirrent Planning Section under the d1r(etlon Chief of Current Planning. " Both such sections would be within the Plannlr)�, department would continue Linder the Planninj,,, ITJI -rectoi, such department as mandated by the Charter . Office of the C '-y Attorney 30 June 196�j, Opinion No. 6 0 Page 3 it would appear that under Section 702 , city Chart.(,r , tr— Director could also serve as Chief of Advanced An app) i cable part of Section 702, city Charter, provides rl')- sitions are not incompatible , the City Council may In _)il- person the powers and duties of two or more c)ffIcer". . CONCLUSION: The city Charter creates the office of Planning Director, whi ,h be altered or abolished only by charter amendment . The CnuncIl authority to reorganize the Planning Department to provide fnl t11•J'(` sections, namely, Advanced Planning and Current Plann-Ing, In to avoid ambiguity and confusion, we recommend that the tcr'm rector" be eliminated from the descriptive title,- of >uch We recommend the sections be named "Advanced Plannir-�,c: Sect-Ion" headed by "Chief of Advanced Planning, " and "Current 1`1a' I-In71 ,--,t--! (I - c 'tion" headed by "Chief of Current Planning. " Both sectionc- V,,j -!- 1 be within the Planning Department under the directlaii of tlie ning Director . The charter allows Council to combine in oni--, the office of Planning Director and Chief of Advanced PlanriIni,,. We suggest that Resolution No. 3013 be rescinded as to any relt - erence to Planning Department , and another resolution be adoptl =--,(j in accordance with this opinion . Respectfully submitted, DON P. BONFA City Attorney DPB: ahb 6 y OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY OPINION NO. 71-25 2 December 1971 SUBJECT : Qualifications of Elected Officials and Procedure for Holding Elections REQUESTED BY : Thomas Livengood, Chairman, Charter Revision Committee PREPARED BY: Don P . Bonfa, City Attorney James Georges , Deputy City Attorney QUESTION 1 : Is Section 501 of the City Charter valid`? Or should "qualified elector" be substi- tuted for "registered voter?" QUESTION 2 : Can a chartered city provide in its char- ter that it may enact its own Municipal. Elections Ordinance or election rules superseding Division 12 , Part 2 , of the California Elections Code (Municipal , Elections ) ? ANSWER 1 : Section 501 is valid as it presently exists . A municipality may fix reasonable re- strictions on the right to hold office and prescribe qualifications In addition to those prescribed by state statute ( 217 Cal . 533 ) . DISCUSSION : The following cities have set forth certain qualifications for municipal elective officials : Riverside City Charter - "qualified elector" for t,hreo years . Newport Beach City Charter - "qualified elector" of district for 90 days ; "registered qualified elector" of the city for three years . 1 . Office of the City Attorney 2 December 1971 Opinion No . 71-25 Page 2 Several chartered cities have set qualifications for rn_ mk�crti� �i° the Board of Education to be "re 1stered voters" ( Calif' . Cos,:;t . Art . 22 , Sec . 8) . �M A "qualified elector" is one whose qualifications measurc> up the constitutional standard; a "registered qualified clector" is one possessing the constitutional qualifications and regl tered in accordance with Election Code Section 21 ( 72 CFl 7r) (1968) and 148 P 816 ) . A "registered voter" is synonymous, 0,,_i th "registered qualified elector. " It is generally considered that laws relating to registrati.c.rt do not add to the qualifications required of voters , or of candi- dates for office . There is a California case , Williams v:3 . Chappell , 66 P2d 147 , 8 C2d 455 , 1937 , and still food l 7 i_n which the courts upheld the Oakland City Charter requi rl_rag the individual to be eligible for public office to be a citizen , qualified elector, and registered elector. Note that the California Constitution , Article 2 , Sect.i( n 1 , sets forth the qualifications of electors regarding their right to vote , and it does not pertain to qualifications of elected officials . Therefore , it is recommended not to revise Section 501 (-,f t.io,� city charter . ANSWER 2 : Yes . DISCUSSION: This is set forth clearly in the California Const1tut_i c>n, Art , _. cle 11 , Section 5 : "It shall be competent in all city charters to pr,)_. vide . . . the conduct of city elections . . . ple- nary authority is granted to provide . . . the manner in which , the method in which , the times at whicr) the several municipal officers . . . shall be elected . " Also , the conduct of municipal elections is a municip,a ] and subject to municipal control ( 1970 case , 86 CR 268 ) . Al.,o, the California Elections Code pertaining to muri i ,,i_pal. elections, i.; not applicable to chartered cities provf_(iir; 1'm' their own elect i.on rules (Election Code , ' e�c . 2<'61 ) . Office of the City Attorney 2 Decemb,:'-r 1()71 Opinion No . 71-25 Pacre 3 Therefore , the following is the suggested revision to ,-iur charter : "Section 1302 . PROCEDURE FOR HOLDING ELECTIONS . All. elections shall be held in accordance with the of the Election Code of the State of Cali.f ornl.,a , a:,- the same now exist or hereafter may be amended , for the ing of municipal elections , except as otherwi-se by ordinance hereafter enacted , so far as the :-ame are not in conflict with this Charter . " DON P . BONFA , City A�,fcrrn e y and A )JA MES GEORGES , Deputy City Attorney DPB/JG/cb cc : City Administrator City Clerk ., CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON CHARTER REVISIONS PROGRESS REPORT June 7 , 1971 . I N D E X OBJECTIVES ITEMS COMPLETED REPORTS : Telephone Survey - 4/23/71 Interview of Council : ,y Capsule Squares Riverside Charter Revision Committee Points League of Cities Capsule Report PRESIDENTS QUESTIONNAIRE - CITY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS & COPY OF REORGANIZATION DO 'S $ DON 'TS DR. PAUL SCHMIDT ' S REPORT DR. PAUL SCHMIDT ' S RESUME ROSTER OBJECTIVES OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON CHARTER REVISIONS The objectives of this Committee are to review and study the Charter Revisions submitted as Proposition K at last year' s general election: A. Election of a full -time mayor . B . Compensation for councilmen to be set by Public Hearing and Ordinance . C . All Departments , Boards and Commissions to be established by Ordinance . This Committee is examining the pros and cons of each amendment . The City Staff is assisting in compiling data from other cities so that comparisons can be made . A thorough study will be made of our own city 's govern- ment structure . From this study the Committee will submit a detailed report to the Council on its findings on December 1 , 1971 . i *. APPRO VED B�Y Ci % L . ............... `�? 1 J 3 RECOMMENDATIONS OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON CHARTER REVISIONS Before this Committee can make any meaningful recommendations , the following items need to be approved by City Council : 1 . Extend an invitation to all the Council to appear before the Committee . 2 . Have other representatives of city government interviewed by this Committee . 3 . Complete survey of presidents of City Employee Associations . 4 . Completion of study of Anaheim Charter and other selected cities . S . Use recommendations of Nation's Cities dated November 1970 on "Do ' s and Don ' ts" on reorganization and charter change . Items 1 , 3 , S , 11 , 12 and 13 are being followed at this time . This Committee would plan on utilizing the remaining suggestions especially with regard to public hearings and briefings for City employees . The Committee also would work with the Public Information I Officer , Mr. Reed, to keep the public informed. r 6 . This Committee recommends that the services of Dr . Paul Schmidt , California State College at Long Beach, be utilized . The Committee feels that the information that Dr. Schmidt could provide, as outlined in his report, would prove invaluable in aiding the Committee with its final proposals to the City Council . Total cost of these services would not exceed $ 750 . 00 . To complete the above , the Committee respectfully requests that the City Council extend the deadline to, December 1 , 1971 . It is understood that all members of this Committee , representatives and alternates , have full voting rights . I Survey of compensation and working conditions for Mayor and Councilmen for the following cities : (Attached) Anaheim Pasadena Riverside Santa Ana Torrance Calendar of Dr. Shipley and Councilman Al Coen' s meetings and other activities for years they served as Mayor . Interviews of Council (Attached) Review of Riverside and Anaheim Charters (Riverside report attached - Anaheim not fully completed . ) Study made of League of California Cities Report dated May 1970 by Howard Gardner, Salary and Working Conditions Survey dated December 15 , 1970 (Attached) Investigation of University of Southern California' s WESRAC Facility directed by Dr. Bruno . This system contains the ERIC Program which has approximately 50 abstracts relating to municipal government . In view of the cost and work involved in reviewing data obtained the Committee voted against using this facility . REPORT FROM HUNTINGTON BEACH CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON CHARTER REVISIONS June 7 , 1971 Items Completed Meetings held : April 2 , 8 & 20 May 4 , 18 & 2S June 1 Total of 7 meetings Following former mayors were interviewed by the Committee as a whole : Jake Stewart Councilman Donald D. Shipley Councilman Alvin Coen Following Councilmen interviewed by individual Committee members : Mayor George McCracken Mayor Pro Tem Jerry Matney Councilman Ted Bartlett Councilman Al Coen Councilwoman Norma Gibbs Councilman Jack Green Councilman Donald D. Shipley Following individual interviewed by Committee as a whole : Paul Jones , City Clerk Following individuals interviewed by individual Committee members : Bob Davis , Anaheim Assistant City Manager Ed Carpenter , Riverside Charter Revision Committee Chm. Dr . Paul Schmidt , Calif. State College , Long Beach Telephone Survey 4/23/71 Salary $ Working Conditions Mayor Councilmen ANAHEIM - Part- Time $ 800/Mo . $ 400/Mo . + 50/Mtg. + 25/Mtg. 171 , 100 Charter + Actual expenses incurred on official business . 10OMile Salaries arrived at from salary survey and considering time spent on offices . PASADENA - Part-Time Mayor and Councilmen get $50/Mtg. not to exceed $250/Mo. 125 ,00 Charter General Expense Account as far as travel and phone for official business . 10.E/Mile Previously had been $20/Mtg. Had charter revision about 3-4 years ago. Mayor Councilmen RIVERSIDE - Part-Time $ 800/Mo .- $ 350* Elected $ 200 Expenses 1372500 Charter 10�/Mile Presently studying revision of charter. Mayor proposal for full time , elected, with compensation equal to Board of Supervisors . Council proposal for $450 and raised $50/increase of 25 , 000 population. *Represents reimbursement for expenses . Mayor Councilmen SANTA ANA - Part-Time $ 200 $ 125 155 , 200 Charter Expenses reimbursed for meals , lodging & transportation only. No entertainment - official business only. No Mileage . Charter revision proposal failed about 1 year ago. Compensation had been set at $400 , and still part-time . Mayor Councilmen TORRANCE - Part-Time $ 100 $ 100 Expenses - Can draw up to $1500/yr. 139 ,000 Charter as used or if needed. 13�/Mile Several charter revision proposals being considered. HUNTINGTON BEACH CITIZENS CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE SUMMARY OF COUNCILMEY INTERVIEWS It must be pointed out that this summary is in effect ,a third-hand report, as it is made from one individual°s cond- ensation of each interviewers sheet of answers. With the exception of one Councilman who thought that this was not the right time for one, all interviewees express- ed themselves in support of the concept of a full-time elected mayor. Again with only one voice of dissent it was agreed that the Mayor shoul.dlibe a member of City Council., the exception having mixed feelings that although the ' Mayor should be Chair- man of the Council, his most important duties would not lie in his vote but in other areas. Of those in favor of having the full-time Mayor a Council Member, all recommended a 6 Councilmen + Mayor Council, i .e. maintaining a total of 7, and that the Mayor should have full voting rights as a Council Member. Only one Councilman felt that the Mayor should only be able to vote to break a tied vote of Council. The opinion regarding the Mayor having veto power was 5 nays and 2 ayes with one aye stipulating a 6-vote to overide the veto. The feeling was unanimous that the Mayor should act in an "Ombudsman" capacity, but two comments made were first, that Councilmen should still carry out some investigation of citizens complaints made to them personally and secondly that the Mayor should act in this capacity only to direct people with problems to the proper City Department. Regarding the Public Information Officer and Economic Dev- elopment Officer it was felt by all but one interviewee that the duties of the Mayor and these two positions should be over- lapping. The other opinion_ was "no interference", 1 The rPspon^P to whether the Mayor should have a staff ranged from "not yet" through "Secretary from the Pools Pers- onal Secretary" , to " Secretary and Administrative Aide". The majority were of the opinion that a Secretary should be provided, As to the Mayor hiring this staff himself , not under the merit system and this staff being responsible to him,general opinion was in favor of this with two exceptions , one of which was that the Council should have use of this staff, It was also suggested that a budget should be approved by Council to provide for the Mayor's staff, The interviews revealed that 5 members were against limit- ing the Mayor to two four-year terms and two were in favor with one of these suggesting that this should be extended to Council- men also. The suggestion that the Mayor's position should be protect- ed from coercion by providing that Council would remain the policy-making body, was supported by three members, the other four .felt that this would automatically be the case under the system of government that prevails here, It was agreed that one of the full-time Mayors functions should be to recommend policy direction, but not to make it, It was also agreed that the Mayor should have investigative powers but that this is an area that will require some careful consideration regarding his terms of reference. Response to the question of Boards , Commissions and Depart- ments being set by Charter or Ordinance was mixed, all Ordinance; Major Department Heads - Charter, both Hoards - Ordinance , City. Attoney - appointive , eliminate City Treasurer, all Boards , Comm- issions and Departments by Ordinance; Planning Dept. - Ordinance City Administrator - Charter, City Treasurer and City Attorney Appointive, These were the answers given, All. Councilmen seemed to be in agreement that salaries are too ].ow for Councilmen, sub; ,estions of salary in proportion to city population, same; as General Law Cities and according to Statute were made. The- r•elntlonrihlf) of the Mriyor to the City AdminIstrntor wo.r unanimously recommended to he ones of r►on-.interrore oo with g1m1n1_strRt1ve services, riit that a good working relationship would_ be essential, On the subject of the Mayor' s salary, response ranged from $10000.00 + a car to $20000.00 , that the proposed salary should he on the ballot, that at least two Public Hearings be held on the subject, that there were good legal reasons for this not to be tied to the Orange County Supervisors salaries , that the Mayor should receive e.- salary fixed as" a percentage of Coun*. - cilmens salaries,, Finally, ali Councilmen were unanimous in defining the Mayors ResponsIbilities and Duties 1 ,, Political Head of City. 2,> Represent City on Local , County and State Committees. 3. Act as O bud sman to the Community. 4. Recommend policy. 5. Act as Public Relations man to ceremonial-type functions. 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T!-'f" - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - -- - - - -A- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - RIVERSIDE CHARTER 400 Mayor Elected Separately 401 - Three Years Qualified Elector of City 402 - Compensation - Council-None in Charter Ordinance to Cover Out of Pocket .Expense Mayor -Set by Ordinance 404 - See Attached (Duties of Mayor) 406 - See Attached (Interference in Administrative Service) 408 - Mayor Can Call Special - or 4 Council Members 419 - See Attached (Tie-Vote Mayor Can Vote) 500 - See Attached (City Administrator) 501 - See Attached (Powers & Duties City Administrator) 600 - City Attorney, City Clerk - Appointed by City Council 601 - See Attached (Administrative Departments) 607 - Department Heads Have Power to Appoint , Suspend or Remove 700 - Boards Listed in Charter, Additional Can Be Created by Council through Ordinance 702 - Members of Boards & Commissions Appointed by Mayor $ City'`.Council from Qualified Electors of City. Planning Commission , - Personnel Board, Library Board, Public Utilities Board, Education Board 1602 - City Council Elected by Wards (7 Councilmen , 7 Wards) 1603 - Live in Ward One Year - Moves His Seat is Vacant 1604 - Term - 4 Years 1605 - Seven Wards Set. by Ordinance by Council - Substantially Equal, Number of Voters 1300 - Departments : Public Utilities NOTE : Mayor Now Has Veto Power, and Can Vote in a Tie-Vote RIVERSIDE CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE Meeting for One Year - Presentation Not Yet Made to Council Charter Changes Being Studied: Tying Mayor' s Salary to County Board of Supervisors (Now About'. $15 , 000) Leave Only Two Boards in Charter (Utilities - City Owns Electrical Plant) All Other Departments , Boards, Controlled by Ordinance Raising Councilmens Salaries Eliminate a Lot of Verbage in Charter Council Salaries Raised $50/Increase in Population 25 , 000 Mayor be Given Own Staff, Secretary, Assistant Riverside Charter Revision Committee Chairman I Ed Carpenter, Attorney 4200 Orange 686-1450 1 i R SEA T T . T GARTER OF THE CITY 0 VERSI , CALI I AP '969 A proposal for the adoption the following amendments the Charter of the City of Riverside will he _ubmitted to the electors of said Cit a general municipal election to be din said city on April 8, 1969. In order t mend the Charter, an amen lent must pass by a simple majority of the votes t on that amendment RKEMICIEM CHARTER AMI,,NDMIjvTs Adopted May 1 19 g To amend the Charter of the City of Riverside fly amending Section 404 and add`ng a new Section 419, which amendment and new section will read as follows: / SECTION 404. ✓ The mayor shall be the presiding officer at all meetings of the city council and shall have a voice in all its proceedings but shall not vote except on the appointment or removal of members of the various boards and commissions and to break a city council lie-vote which exists for any cause. He shall be the official head of the city for all-r-remonial Ne sb;,11 t,avP the pi unary but not exclusive responsil)ility for interpreting the policies, pro- grams and needs of the city government to the people, and of informing the people of am major change in policy or program. He shall advise the city council on all matters of policy and public relations and perform such other deities as may be prescribed by this Charter. ,The city council shall designate one of its members as mayor pro tempore, whip shall serke in such capacity at the pleasure of the city council. In hiltion to his rt_olar dudes as C-Lincilman, tied mayor pro tempore shall perform the duties of the mayor during his absence or disability. SECTION 419. Nohtithstanding am other provision of this Charter when a tie-vote exists for ann cause. in order to break that tie, the mayor shall have the same Noting right as a citN councilman for or against the item before the Cit' Council. The ntaN ors vote shall be deemed a city councilman's vote for all'purposes. including the introduction or adoption of both ordinances and re .;lutions. The, pioposcd amendments as hereinbefore set forth are mailed to the electors of said Cih by order of the City Council thereof and in accordance with Sectioli 9 of :article \1 of the Constitution of the State of California. Virginia J. Stroheeker City Clerk of the City of Riverside,California 1 t 404 CHARTER t 404 pointee to hold office until the first Tuesday following the next general municipal election and until his successor qualifies. At the next general municipal election following any vacancy, a successor shall be elected to serve for the remainder of any unexpired term. `If a member of the city council or the mayor absents himself from all regular meetings of the city council for a period of sixty days consecutively from and after the last regular city council meeting attended by such officer, unless by permission of,the city council expressed in its official minutes, or is con- victed of a crime involving moral turpitude, his office shall be- come vacant. :The city council shall declare the existence of any vacancy. In.'the event it shall fail to fill a vacancy by appointment within thirty days after such office shall have been so declared vacant, it shall cause an election to be held forthwith to fill such va- cancy. Sec. 404. Duties of mayor; mayor pro tem. The mayor sliall be presiding of*7-:. at all _:lags Cf the city council and shall have a voice in all its proceedings but shall not vote except on the appointment or removal of mem- bers of the various boards and commissions. He shall be the official head of the city for all ceremonial purposes. He shall have the primary but not exclusive responsibility for interpret- ing the policies, programs and needs of the city government to the',people, and of informing the people of any major change in policy or program. He shall advise the city council on all mat- ters, of policy and public relations and perform such other du- ties,as may be prescribed by this Charter. The city council shall designate one of its members as mayor pro:tempore, who shall serve in such capacity at the pleasure of the city council. In addition to his regular duties as councilman, the mayor pro tempore shall perform the duties of the mayor duffing his absence or disability. (As amended July 6, 1966) Editor's note.—The original catchline of this section was"The mayor." C9 1 t 405 RIVERSIDE CITY t 407 Sec. 405. City powers vested in council;exceptions. All powers of the city shall be vested in the city council except as otherwise provided in this Charter. Editor's note.—The original catchline of this section was"Powers vested in the city"council.,, Sec. 406.;Interference in administrative service. Neither the mayor nor the city council nor any of its mem- bers shall,interfere with the execution by the city manager of his powers and duties, or order, directly or indirectly, the ap- pointment by the city manager or by any of the department heads in the administrative service of the city, of any person to an office ''or employment or his removal herefrom. Except for the purpose of inquiry, the mayor, the city council and its members-'shall deal with the administrative service under the city manager solely through the city manager and neither the mayor nor;, the city council nor any member thereof shall give orders to any subordinates of the city manager, either publicly or privately. Sec. 407. Meetings—Time of regular meetings. The city council shall hold regular meetings at least twice each month at such times as it shall fix by ordinance or resolu- tion and may adjourn or re-adjourn any regular meeting to a date and hour certain which shall be specified in the order of adjournment and when so adjourned each adjourned meeting shall be a regular meeting for all purposes. If the hour to which a meeting is adjourned is not stated in the order of adjournment such meeting shall be held at the hour for holding regular meet- ings. If at any time any regular meeting falls on a holiday such regular meeting shall be held on the next business day. Editor's note.—The original catchline of this section was"Regular meet- ings.,, C10 t 500 CHARTER t S00 Contracts for the sale of the products, commodities or serv- ices of any public utility owned, controlled or operated by the city may be made by the manager of such utility or by the head of the department of public utilities upon forms approved by the city manager and at rates fixed as in this Charter provided. The provisions of this section shall not apply to services rendered by any person in the employ of the city at a regular salary. Editor's note.—The original catchline of this section was "Contracts. Execution." ARTICLE V. CITY MANAGER. Sec. 500. Creation of office; appointment; tenure; residence requirements;eligibility of elective officers There shall be a city manager who shall be the chief adminis- trative officer of the city. In the selection of a city manager the city council shall screen all qualified applicants. It shall appoint, by a majority vote, the available person that it believes to be best qualified on the basis of his executive and administrative qualifications, with special reference to his experience in, and his knowledge of, accepted practice in respect to the duties of the office as set forth in this Charter. The city manager shall serve at the pleasure of the city council. The city manager need not be a resident of the city at the time of his appointment, but he shall establish his residence within the city within ninety days after his appointment, unless such period is extended by the city council, and thereafter maintain his residence within the city during his tenure of of- fice. No person shall be eligible to receive appointment as city manager w ile serving as wayor or as a member the city council one year after he has c ed to be ma r or a city counciman. Editor's note.—The original catchline of this section was "City man- ager." C17 i t 501 RIVERSIDE CITY t 501 Sec. SOL Powers and duties. The city manager shall be the head of the administrative branch of the city government. He shall be responsible to the city;council for the proper administration of all affairs of the city, Without limiting the foregoing general grant of powers, responsibilities and duties, the city manager shall have power and be required to: (a) Appoint, and he may suspend or remove, subject to the personnel merit system provisions of this Charter, all depart- ment heads and officers of the city except elective officers and those' department heads and officers the power of whose ap- pointment is vested by this Charter in the city council; pro- vided, however, that the appointment, removal and suspension of the librarian shall be subject to the approval of the board of library trustees, the appointment (but not the suspension or removal) of the controller and the treasurer shall be subject to the approval of the city council, and the appointment (but not the suspension or removal) of the superintendent of public util- ities.;shall be subject to the approval of the board of public utilities; approve or disapprove all proposed appointments and removals of subordinate employees by department heads or of- ficers, and such appointments and removals by department heads,or officers shall be subject to his approval. (b), Prepare the budget annually, submit such budget to the city 'council and be responsible for its administration fter its adoption. (c) Prepare and submit to the city council as of the end of the fiscal year a comprehensive report on the finances and ad- ministrative activities of the city for such fiscal year. (d) Keep the city council advised of the financial condition and future needs of the city and make such recommendations as may seem to him desirable. (e).i`Prepare rules and regulations governing the contracting for, purchasing, storing, distribution, or disposal of all supplies, materials and equipment required by any office, department or agency of the city government and recommend them to the city council for adoption by it. C18 t 502 CHARTER t 600 (f) See that the laws of the state pertaining to the city, the provisions of this Charter and the ordinances of the city re enforced. (g) Perform such other duties consistent with this Charter as may be required of him by the city council. Editor's note.—The original catchline of this section was"City manager. Powers and duties." Sec. 502. Participation in meetings of council, boards and commissions. The city manager shall be accorded a seat at the city council table and at all meetings of boards and commissions and shall be entitled to participate in their deliberations, but shall not have a vote. Editor's note.—The original catchline of this section was"City manager. Meetings." Sec. 503. Manager pro tempore. The city manager shall appoint, subject to the approval of the city council, one of the other officers or department heads of the city to serve as manager pro tempore during any tem- porary absence or disability of the city manager. ARTICLE VI. OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES GENERALLY. Sec. 600. Appointment of city attorney and city clerk by council; tenure. In addition to the city manager, there shall be a city attorney and a city clerk who shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the city council. Editor's note.—The original catchline of this section was"Officers to be appointed by the city council." C19 t 601 RIVERSIDE CITY t 602 Sec. 601. Administrative departments generally. The city council may provide, by ordinance not inconsistent with this Charter, for the organization, conduct and operation .of' the several offices and departments of the city as established by this Charter, for the creation of additional departments, divi- sions, offices and agencies, and for their consolidation, altera- tion or abolition. Each new department created by the city council shall be headed by an officer as department head who shall be appointed and may be suspended or removed by the city manager. The city council, by ordinance or resolution, may assign ad- ditional functions or duties to offices, departments or agencies not inconsistent with this Charter. No office provided in this Charter to be filled by appointment by the city manager may be consolidated with an office to be filled by appointment by the city council. The city council, subject to the provisions of this Charter, shall provide for the number, titles, qualifications, powers, duties and compensation of all officers and employees. Editor's note.—The original catchline of this section was "Administra- tive departments." Sec. 602. Eligibility, powers and duties of city attorney. To become eligible for city attorney, the person appointed shall be an attorney-at-law duly licensed as such under the laws of the State of California, and shall have been engaged in the practice of law for at least five years prior to his appointment. The city attorney shall have power and may be required to: (a) Represent and advise the city council and all city officers in all matters of law pertaining to their offices. (b) Represent and appear for the city in any or all actions or proceedings in which the city is concerned or is a party, and represent and appear for any city officer or employee, or form- er city officer or employee, in any or all actions and proceed- ings in which any such officer or employee is concerned or is a party for any act arising out of his employment or by reason of C 20 CAPSULE OF REPORT BY League of' Cal i I'oril,i a C.i t i.es April 28 , 1971 All cities over 100 ,000 have City Manager (or City Administrator) . Excerpts from report of Howard Gardner, Associate Director, League of California Cities : Council -Manager Cities Theory A. City Council determines policy - City Manager carries it out B . Council hiresand fires City Manager . C. City Manager should have power to hire and fire department heads . D. City Administrator - Appointments and dismissals can only be recommended to City Council. His powers are delegated by Council not conferred by Charter or ordinance . E . Successful Operation: 1) Attitude of City Council , 2) Competence , personality of Administrator F. Individual Councilmen has no authority , Council must act together. G. City Councilmen should not be assigned one department to supervise . H. Why Directly Elected Mayor 1 . Additional prestige 2 . Stronger political leadership 3 . Develop progressive municipal programs and sell them to community 4 . Mayor will devote more time Disadvantages 1 . Spend too much time - become involved in administrative matters . 2 . First time - All Council run - lost experienced members of Council . 3 . Possible dissension between Mayor and Council . 4 . Precludes rotating of Mayorship - Reduces number of Councilmen who could be extended the honor of serving as Mayor . S . Possible feeling Mayor receiving more information . I . Relieve pressure on Council - Form Community Relations Commission to handle citizens complaints - as of May 1970 , 30 cities hired full time staff to assist Commission. Principal activities - working with poor and disadvantage groups in 1."ousing and employment . Also youth affairs . J . Many cities setting up Youth Advisory Committiris . K. San Leandro set up "Community Relations Roprosen ative" employee . Appointed by City Council - reports to City Manager . Citizens Charter Revision Committee QUESTIONNAIRE FOR PRESIDENTS CITY EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS 1 . Does your organization support the establishment of city departments and boards and commissions by ordinance or charter? Why? (Please explain your answer in full . ) I RECOMMENDATIONS OF HUNTINGTON BEACH CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON CHARTER REVISIONS Before this Committee can make any meaningful recommendations , the following items need to be approved by City Council : 1 . Extend an invitation to all the Council to appear before the Committee . 2 . Have other representatives of city government interviewed by this Committee . 3 . Complete survey of presidents of City Employee Associations . 4 . Completion of study of Anaheim Charter and other selected cities . S . Use recommendations of Nation's Cities dated November 1970 on "Do ' s and Don ' tJ' on reorganization and charter change . Items 1 , 3 , 5 , 11 , 12 and 13 are being followed at this time . This Committee would plan on utilizing the remaining suggestions especially with regard to public hearings and briefings for City employees . The Committee also would work with the Public Information Officer, Mr. Reed, to keep the public informed. 6 . This Committee recommends that the services of Dr . Paul Schmidt , California State College at Long Beach, be utilized . The Committee feels that the information that Dr . Schmidt could provide, as outlined in his report, would prove invaluable in aiding the Committee with its final proposals to the City Council . Total cost of these services would not exceed $ 750 . 00 . To complete the above , the Committee respectfully requests that the City Council extend the deadline to December 1 , 1971 . It is understood that all members of this Committee , representatives and alternates , have full voting rights . Survey of compensation and working conditions for Mayor and Councilmen for the following cities : (Attached) Anaheim Pasadena Riverside Santa Ana Torrance Calendar of Dr. Shipley and Councilman Al Coen' s meetings and other activities for years they served as Mayor . Interviews of Council (Attached) Review of Riverside and Anaheim Charters (Riverside report attached - Anaheim not fully completed . ) Study made of League of California Cities Report dated May 1970 by Howard Gardner , Salary and Working Conditions Survey dated December 1S , 1970 (Attached) Investigation of University of Southern California' s WESRAC Facility directed by Dr. Bruno . This system contains the ERIC Program which has approximately SO abstracts relating to municipal government . In view of the cost and work involved in reviewing data obtained the Committee voted against using this facility. 'MW % % A 'Nt 11 !1,- p '0 V iJ r N 1� 0, IMP f R, .1"- 4,- 1711,.... .... ..... w Uli •lw -Til REORGANIZATION AND CHARTER, CHANGE Do's and Don'ts 1. Appoint or elect bi-�artisan stud a non-or yrc mittee,Comprised of interested and knowledgeable persons who are as broadly representative of the -community as possible. 2. Provide: the study committee with adequate funds and staff. 3. Study other cities of your size in your, state and' elsewhere to learn what their experiences have been. 4. Hold public hearings so that citizens will have ample opportunity to present their views and have them considered. 5. Aim for a "performance type" charter which is adequate but flexible— Eliminate provisions relating to structure, salaries, and other specifics., 6. Don't rush the process. Allow the committee adequate time to make its study and,su6mit rec- ornmendationsi but do try to have the study con- ducted and proposals acted upon within the life of one city council, if possible. 7. While the,study is in process, conduct briefings on- proposed changes for city employees who would be affected by them to allay their natural apprehensions. S. In all,stages of the study from initiation to re- port, keep the, public fully informed in order to dispel Suspicion and opposition. 9. Emphasize the increased efficiency which will result from the changes being considered. 10. Engage the active support of. business and civic groups and hews media. 11.. Try to enlist the support of as many city offi- cials as Possible. This is especially important if p" changes have to be approved by the voters. Z. 12. Don't put too many changes on the ballot at one.time. 13. Develop criteria for measuring the effective- ness of the changes. 14. Provide for periodic review of the city's orga- nizational structure or charter. A'ZI "'Ag W1 10 NATION'S CITIES NOVEMBER 1970 June 7, 1971 Huntington Beach Citizens Charter Revision Committee From: Paul Schmidt, Assistant Professor of Political Science, CSCLB Sub ect: Content of Consulting Services BACKGROUND As you know, I have, at your request, met twice with your Committee and discussed some of the problems of city government and charter revision. Your committee has indicated to me that professional, non-partisan, advice, data collection, and interpretation within the context of the charge given your committee by the City Council would be helpful in establishing an information base upon which your deliberations might proceed. The discipline of political science has as its primary concern the study of forms of government, politics, and administration. The problems of city government, and the history of attempts to improve it (including the advantages and disadvantages of various governmental structures) have been extensively researched. I believe that you would find it useful to know the results of this research so that you could apply the lessons learned in other places, other states, and other times both to the work of your committee and to the present and future problems of Huntington Beach. In this context, let me suggest that I could supply the following services within the sum of $750.00 which we discussed: (A) Provide &d Analyze Professional-Literature.- I could bring to your attention various books and articles in professional journals that you are not likely to be familiar with. A few are items you might all like to read. For most, I would summarize in both written form and via discussion the findings of what Ilnow to be a considerable body of professional research over the past few decades. (B) Xy luatte Information and Advice Collected By Your Members: Your committee has already collected an impressive amount of information. You will doubtless obtain more information and advice. A professional opinion as to the value (and validity) of some types of information and recommendations would be worthwhile. Also, I would be willing to make suggestions from time to time (upon your request) as to future information-colleotion activities you might wish to engage in. (C) Clarify Options Oren To Your Committee: In paragraphs 'All and "B" the consideration has been that of collecting and evaluating information concerned with, or coming from, ouuttli_d_e, the City of Huntington Beach. Utilizing your knowledge of conditions within the City, I would explain the relevance of experiences at other places in other times to those problems and opportunities facing your city. To these sources of information I could add that which I have collected in some of my own research and thereby serve your committee by acting to clarify the options facing it (but not making decisions four your committee). I will therefore familiarize myself with your community in connection with this role. 2 (D) Be A Continuinz Now-Voting Consulting Member: To do my job I would attend as many meetings of your committee as possible. The, emphasis here is that I do not seemy position as being very useful if I were simply to produce a single report and then vanish from the scene. Rather, a series of consultations and background papers would be more helpful. As your work program and interests dictate, I would be available for advice. One example: you could utilize my services to help with the construction of surveys and questionnaires used by your committee. (E) Serve As A Guide To The dditional Resources Of- Long Beach State Coll e e: I serve as a Board member of the newly-formed Center for Urban Studies. This Center consists of professors and students from various academic disciplines including Geography, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, and others. I have access to persons in these fields and could direct your committee in seeking advice in fields other than political science. Some types of advice I could obtain directly for you. (Of course, extensive consulting from other professors would require additional fees to them). SOME QUESTIONS I WOULD HELP YOU ANSWER By way of clarification and summary, I feel there are some questions which your committee should know the answers to and which I could provide for the fee discussed: 1. What forms of local government have been tried in the U.S.? Why? 2. What have been the customary reasons for making changes inform? 3. Can certain forms be said to have particular advantages? Disadvantages? 4. Might existing forms of government be improved without great cost or change? 5. What has been the experience outside of California? Can any of it be borrowed? 6. Are new forms of government emerging either inside or outside California? 7. What is the current state of professional thinking as to the problems of city government, their charters, and their management? 8. Are factors other than the form of the charter important in improving city government? 9. How do the policies of other governments (city, county, regional, state, and national) influence the administration of cities? 10. What roles have charter committees played in other cities in recent years? 11. What are the customary reasons for the rejection of charter revisions? 12. What have been the experiences of cities that have changed their charters? (Did things work out as expected?) 13. Was support for Proposition "Kn confined to certain sections of the City or was support geographically widespread? Was support apparently related to income level? education? 3 14. What are the relationships between forms of government and the types of cities in the United States (including such factors as size, income, political orientations of citizens, age of city, reason for incorporation, etc.)? 15. What have been the roles played by mayors, councils, and administrative officials under each form of government? 16. How will decisions taken today in Huntington Beach influence the ability of the City to handle future problems in a growing community? In addition to answera to these questions, and the very real (but intangible) advantage obtained by having continual access to professional advice, there are other sorts of research which your committee might think useful -- but which could not be done for the small sum discussed. You might want, at some time, to find out if: a) California State College, Long Beach, could provide other assistance to your committee or the City via its Center for Urban Studies -- including providing interns with various skills, conducting planning surveys, analysis of administrative practices, economic base studies, or the like. b) More detailed original survey research might be useful, such as a random opinion survey of citizens on, the question of charter reforms (this would require computer services of the college and probably the skills of our Center for Urban Studies or the political science department's Center for Political Research). June 7, 1971 From: Paul C. Schmidt, Assistant Professor Dept, of Political Science California State College Long Beach, California ub ect: Suggested payment schedule for services in connection with the Citizens Charter Revision Committee of Huntington Beach, California 1. Sums of less than $1,700 and projects which require less than 9 hours per week from the contracting professor need not be handled through the College Foundation unless significant college administrative expenses or facilities are needed. The sum proposed here is $750.00, which would involve approximately 50 hours of my time ® $10.00 per hour and 100 hours of student assistant time ® $2.50 per hour, all time to be given during the period of approximately August 1 through December 31, .1970. Hence, it would be appropriate that payments be made directly to myself as chief investigator. No expense to the College is anticipated. 2. I would propose that payments be made in five equal installments of $150.00 each on the first day of September, October, November and December of 1971 and January, 1972. 3. Although I should have full authority to spend funds as I see fit, I would think at this point that the following breakdown of hours on the project would be followed: Time Period M 4�elf, Students Total Cost August, 1971: 15 hours None $150.00 September, 1971 : 10 hours 20 hours 150.00 October, 1971 : 8 hours 28 hours 150.00 November, 1971: 8 hours 28 hours 150.00 December, 1971: 9 hours 24 hours 150.00 This timeschedule reflects initial +tstart-upil time which I would have to put in and the fact that student help would probably not be available until late in September when the fall semester begins. 4. Any payments to me would require the informal approval of the chairman of the Department of Political Science. 5. I would not plan to use less student assistance than stated above, and any supplies, mileage, and telephone costs would be borne by myself, at least within reason. 6. As stated in (1) above, the college would not be asked to supply any additional office space or equipment. Of course, college library facilities would be used. This proposal does not anticipate the use of any computer facilities. 7. As I understand it, the Citizens Committee would be responsible for requesting and supervising my work. Any funds not used would be returned to the City of Huntington Beach. V ax1nv-a-Ai!,,2d his City Coruxicil, of HuntingtoD iL. d1e acisic_%j -'O the tjo e Of t" -s thp (n. Fic' al Tir Luio"Hicial,- Z_ u L,4 L 01, 'Ci:le &it---1 chd-iftex'., R<ilco JJ Fmendatians of a prior 8tkidy anaceded 'Dy ca�:unc'_'Uj witb 'Uha exception of wrAch w-e ,a p_-j. cad an the November;; 1964, general .3 Tb-i3e cl arter ch ngoas Itio fill by appointment the posts of pojicie C�!iet ar1e, Cit., da"eated by the electorate., &'ae 7e.; -jo to inform voters of modern practice In i:tther clifles--' (b) ar&.neras by opponent* basic desire of voters a 'lum-1 electora4 control,, NO-_PE,- r,,'ncz again,, an advisory vaul;" has raoe�alcoe t1lis PLa:te-rno TV pi,I P-1i Se.. acatt_z, yea �_ndivirlx-_ials In the city c n6 �-aced _8—6- Itz-5,-- oj.an, An, info=al group gathered and decided jiS. zo t--sz w- _1�r_ c t!j, pg;�L�q:Le -,.Ai I c h hind never" In C_' been a t e!z 1-0 4;. ,l se" -T".1d1' Li_l ptl-uemae a r-Oze positive cour3e oft, actiozi c_-nzan mcn-'c C-1 Yet- a-not-f-er Petition, 8 S n n s In:!-%.i a t iv e Go=i t te e, nin e :-;e btzgan w th two basic objectives: ernigyge the counett to C-opaw -the city' s grm-th4 and find out hot-.i the people lwanted It to be tt-is it had to ensure permanent representa- tion fo-- al.! t-nasiness 4..nterests and citizens.-. (1) We- so-on Settled UPOD population dlstricting�, and then had to do a great dial of questioning among the voters to determine whether they preferred at-large voting,, or district voting. This was e, a " t h r*ou-g Ir. e aVm - i Iho, a effw:t fregistered votets, samp led I fttxii siX. saparate areas of tow.); a -,mbl'I'Leized open meeting; and of r.on. -act woek, by the ccLnmittee, We found the Preterence to bia for a or gr _pjare district systgA and discovered another item.t Kun')Cln'ion lleacS_ pe6ppUee overwhel-mingly del stred to elect their 10 s hiye? I! t7 ese ftlnd'ngs Cailied with .the-r ccltles� we c0nt-t'';ted ti_,O�rty in Cejfa-Dg�-_ "and Los Angeies Count-, . � and prepared cj-lecjr s,-,C_e-8 for gmn_�fai la,,.q a-_r zn or chi;er; districts of at-large e3ectio 16 _0%11slons" charter provl�, p,:) ;-a or cts, . may.__)r al. T),,,L L n a erms, ,nons- fo-, ipapullatio7il Ajstt-icc revisi. rns; d length of t verftl brief ramp of lzt-i3 is �.2 (3) rile rjecision �?as m,adle to ann¢re as cio;ety Gs oossi ,ia of r{?2 vo,-ere�s, rather than tto any theoretical ideas, (i;) Sqwe then set- up thiere alternative outlines for distrlctg�_ Two v.-ere discarded for not p;;eservIng beach area responsibiii,ty, for bi secti.ng the estabiished bU 3ine+ss areas inequitable distribu.t`on of j=o-_� lation, for non-adherence to present recf.� lines (necessary for an accura-e voter count)g and one plan t+�as dis�:arued primarily because it might ultimately deprive the heart or dm-mtown area of an adequate representation on the council, (SEE T?U�EE mAYS 'WIT:i PROPOSED DISTRICTS, Pi2ESE?'TED BY 11R. MOCK.) The third and final proposed districting is included in the legal initiative on charter amendments. (5) Perhaps the most di;;fi4�-jlt aspect was procedure o Amply put the information in the hands of our city and wait for action, or make action wandatory? Reviewing pass experiences, we elected to make: it mandatory and take immediate steps to get the questions on the ballot. NOTE; a good indication of how right this deci.slon was mm when the validated petitions were presented to the Council on Monday, April 5,, it still refused to act, and it may taace a legal battle Ta=at taxpayers ex enae,9 naturally) ,east to be able to vote at all, (6) We therefore retained an established fba- of attorneys (SEE FINANCIAL STATEizEP:T) to prepare the necessary papers and advise us how to proceed, Im the fall of 1 64, city council announced the reinstatement of a charter revision Stu y cosmittee9 directing it to recommend changes on the charter aaolo We debated postponing our work until this sanctioned group had completed its deliberationsa but realized once again their work might be shelved. Therefore® On November 5., 1964,96 we filed legal notice of intention to pursue . in t at ve proceedings (SEE WNTINMN BEACH NEWS of that dame), According to lase, we waited the prescribed period., and began c1rcu- lating petitions on Novwber 26, During the three months of etit -on in , the following seemed to bear out our ecision, T e charter study committee (1) announced its meetings would be held in secret; (2) witnessed the resignation of two highly respectea members; (3) had its official status with. drawn; ( ) had its official status r'eturneds (5) had its total mem- beeship In doubt- (6) -saw at least one member removed without expla— nation; (7) shi.lted from total charter study to focus on council provisions; (8) has been subjected to "hurry°vup" pressure instead of being allo-,.md to set its own lace; (9) was provided with an out-of= town legal counsel whose olary was orlymade public after questioning by the Initiative Cc ittee, Kea-nwfi3le, back on, our cor.nij�,,ceeo , almn,:3-It 4, -33.) '.lad beer, These __L .L�ed according jlatj W-Lt:-.f t!. ? clerk fo.r -vetrlf ication, They ,�:ere obtained frco e.Iao-1 di of' CitV, and all Streets covered ;,,-ere nozed (SEE 9F-ED M-1z' Fj.1Lr,! datp- Tu e LLe�Lr Fifteen percent- of there.Aarered electorate Is irecralrrzd ,a put an on the ballof�,J and the law :L1 4 Sate Con's t j t.!-!-4 , -1 C.-alifo-.-nia State Elec-tion Code' requIres that. cl-ection be held, Sas-nita I*rna Registrar of Voters he" Lfted tt!-,!e of- ever 3,400 Pkir,-,.G:__gcon Beach voters, w:side rably aver the Since 8 copy of thia initia-Cive procedure and proposals has been in amity hands since November S. L964,, and it is nctw _tiprtl, 1965, ji:h!.re all asnts On April 5, h=ever, orie councillmar advises that, n c-t. o th4 s the �irst 0-1 r' e be ilea been able to act 6 r:V at a1 U have the aciviec- Of a firm of Los A�ngaleq 'Lawyers, Only Cne T.-r is ctAt-retitly C, arsing tll,- charter c'—=-ittee S50.UU Pe: ho-ur. uv - Conies of the initiative Propos418re sent to boylt State AsseAlyman Whetwore and State Senator Schmit.ze and rul-In-0s ire obtained from state legislative counsel confirming their validlt-,; and legality (SEE FILE). Copy of ruling was also filed with Cluty clerk on March 9th, The following pages contain pertinent supportive reasoninc, .3 for the charter anuendments proposed by the Citizens Initiative C(x=1t,4,.,,P_e They are the results of a massive voter-contact- df f ort,, and genuinely reflect the thinking of thousands of Huntington Beach resident Bradford J. m1oo.k. Chairman CI IZENSI INITIATIVE M- nmirm: April 9. 1965 tzn :7onrhs a.Ya we had not ra ` te, was S`xneL'"hing Of a &reve lam-# a 2 , ;:S)E E r RCtti E*:X. -: S'-r7 i .. . � The voters sLmply wan to elect chei.rd He pws.li provide a balance for 14:.he di.stri-Ct syste—m, `r, raid retain a working, voting mayor as a member or t'he �_dnci i,, instead os- :,corking against theti-.,, It will sitiluLtaneousll fig^ h1m at them-erey of the vo-ters t nstead of c erercy of the— car.-, n .. to t"Ough mayors may coZ',Atr:er Chis "the f yL n- into t11.j i be an extx'rcreLy workable. system,,., partieul.at Iy in, bnisl%in tie votes, Moving �o ann to present a cohesive_ plan wi.th w>de s�i pp, rt to t`-..O voters, Events of the past re:^t mont`is snji r;'iz"' Initi Live prodded considerable activity and stud«Ρr, w!-�i-`, -dag, �On.- overCu,e we t.7e c-ome. any alt-ernative plats m- vow.mon bal.iot: as iong as they are not dust a "rubber sdam't. diversion to the voters The April 5th refusal of the City council tort these aueestico on the ballot is thhbest reason we cars C,to r Mtn se neadmentsv - CITIZM3 IidITIATIVE C u:ZTTEF April 9£ 1965 V -rd 11,lock azlnr�n_ped his p on 1'-i b4' Sr -I Of "Huntill-jr1co-11 cha City C�Vunci ' -he e'r2cis4-cil to the Oi thp- ,no. oftftclzz.l nor uno&- of a prior s -,idy li�rt-'ellv ,,-n-.ieedaJ by caoslel" . with 1--h-, exception of Wi.i.11co W'e-4"S "-_-Iscad on the Novavmber�; i964,, general lo Th--Ge ?1-1.11 by appoin,11-ment the posts of - eate,� by the elec t po ce r��fj �OF a�jei G4 t-, 1:o e_ L.y 14--re toM 0') &'Ae o C o:.-t -a 11-4orm voters of modern practice In (,b) a'sr&.Ment:3 by Opponent' (c) basic desire of voter ta; elocta=-al-, control, efj,, Once again,, an advisory Tv-, 319:54, acat'n�fsd �_ndividx-"als in the City Contacted -- ^ . ro y v j�, n , irformal g: 7--. -q-, gathered and decided "ha i"- felt y� �2_77__ ic n_92:3-e -_ obi-ch had never, In Stecn4K Lo pursue a m=e positiVe CoUrSe i�"-an miz�'r.s 0 r C a't i o n C.- ye_t an; Ot_`Or Peti. ion t: in S 1 41 S In t iavive Co=i t-e,- n e t-gan ti;o basic , cives: enlarge the coUnci I to tg�JLxj t,,Ic city, s aDd find out how the people wanted It to be �!r."'Uaracd" wviatevor theillajio it had to ensure permanent representa- tion fo-- a3.1 txasiness interests and citizensc. (1.8 Wa so-on settled upon populatioll d1stricting, and then had to do & great dsal of questioning among the voters to determine t1hey preferred at-I.a.rge voting,, or district voting. This was .1 dID11a -h-;OLjgh ex-ansiv-a effort (registered voters,, sampled L Mr�XLJ S soparate areas of tovn'; a ixiblicized open meeting; and of pe-s!:u-af Contact 1,10ek by the ccLn-mittee, we found the Ong ppreterexice to be tor a .pura djstr!2S��sr� and dLseovered eruhelmingly desired to ano�.her i t t Kuncl-lno'Lon Beach people Ov .0 see nvyw? -these f indkngs Ca_! Lied with other cltles,, we and Los i'�ncc;eles GOUntt-�, and prepared s tic or p:.z r, -,a i a,-,q ofc! ari;er; districts of at-large ellecrion r1,,,Ln - -,i sions��, charter prova.=' -jiSt,-4cts; . --ay::. ral, pi .:), rM .non, S_ fov popullatjo-�i/ d-4,0jtr1.ct_- rev4-sALons; and lengt of te 9, t'i, 'n is nv'ai. !able" brief r-2 ca p 0 c� C . j f 0—��a a 11 AVICIaL '-')YiiT�Ia:T April 9, 1965 DATE S 2 54-, 3 2 of 34 irlidivLdjual donazions. 9/30/64' to 4/9/65.) c2-52� 07 RL $2"50 11 t.I\ws Log a! Notice - 15�GO M 6 E Johns Fap-cr, 3 4, 3 2 lcCabe! George Bank Servi.,-e Charges 51, 00 Paper & Supplies 45. 25 B, 1::25 L f�11--, -0- Respectfully submitted April. 9- 19615 : ,Anne Meneps& Secretar-y-Treasu-re.f of donocs to Committee ro I'equet:it ) MINUTES Council Chamber, Civic Center Huntington Beach, California Wednesday, March 10, 1965 Kenneth Lawson called the organizational meeting of the Huntington Beach Citizens Charter Revision Committee to order at 7:45 P.M. in the Council Chamber. ROLL CALL Committee klxn-bera Bangoy, Blc,)ssom, Coen, DiFabio, Eddy, Gage, 9,attenatein, Lawson, Larkin, Mangano, Miller, Wood Absent: Hathaway, Henricksen, Irvine HINMES Minutes of the last meeting will be presented at a later date. INTRODUCTION OF LEGAL COUNSEL Mr. Lawson introduced Yx. Harry C. Williams of the law firm of Burke, Williams & Sorensen, 458 S. Spring Street, Los Angeles. Mr. Lawson outlined the progress made thus far by the committee. Y1r. Williams explained his procedure for working with the committee. ELECTION OF CIV%XRHAN PRO TEA On motion by Bangoy, seconded by Miller, Committee retained Mr . Kenneth Lawson as Chairman Pro Tem. Motion carried. ADOPTION OF BY LAWS By laws were adopted by article and section as follows.4 BY-LAWS OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH CITIZENS CHARTER REVISION COMUTTEE ARTICLE 1 - MAKE On motion by Miller, seconded by Lawson. Motion carried. Sec. 1. The name of this organization shall be HUNTINGTON BEACH CITIZENS CITY CHARTER REVISION COMITTEE. I On motion by Hottenstein, seconded by Coen, the word "CITY" shall he deleted, Notion Carried® 4 r'� Page 2 - Kinutea - March 10, 1965 sec. 1. The name of this organization shall be- ERWI GTQN BEACH cCI` IZFaS CHARTER REVISIOZ COkMWER. On motion by Wood, seconded by Killer. Notion carried, ARTICLE 2 - PURPOSE & OBJECTIVES On motion by ,tiller, :seconded by Eddy. Notion carried Sec. 1. To study and analyze the existing charter of the city of Huntington Beach and make a report thereon to the City Council recommending a new charter or amendments to the existing charter, if so desired. Can motion by Eddy, seconded by Wood. Motion carried ARTICLE 3 - MEETINGS On motion by Miller, seconded by Eddy. Notion carried, Sec, to Meetings to be meld the first and third Wednesday of each month in the Council Chamber of the City of Huntington Beach. The time of the mestingo to be 7 s 3® P.N. to 100 3® P.M. On motion by Eddy, seconded by Larkin. Motion carried, Sec. 2, Special meetings to be called by .a simple majority vote of the voting ®embers except all members shall, be notified 48 hours prior to .the meeting. Sec, 3. The last tern Pnrinutes of each meeting will be spent organizing an agenda for the next meeting. Sec. 4. A quorum shall consist of teen or more members with voting rights. Seca 6. Roll call attendance to be first item of busianems at every meeting, at which time any alternate acting as a voting member shall announce the voting memberm absence. On motion by Sanngoy, seconded by Miller, adopt Sections 2, 3,4, & 6 of Article 3m notion carried!. Sec, 5, All members, voting or alternates, must be notified 48 hours in advance of all meetings, regular and special. On motion by, Eddy, seconded by good, adopt Section 5, Article 3, Notion carried, Page 3 m Minutes ® March 10, 1965 ARVICLE 4 _ OFFECMS On motion by Wood, seconded by lawman,, Notion carried! sec. 1. The officers of this ccmittes shall be chairnam, vice chairman, and mecratasy. Sec, 2. It shall be the duty of the chairman to premide at all meetings and select committeam a® required. Sec, 3e The vice chairman© in the absence of chairman, or when requested to do co by the chairman, ohabb assume the dutaceu of the chairman. On motions by Bangoy, seconded by Eddy. Motion carried. Notion by Milner that the co Mites adopt Section 4 followingthe form of the Anaheim rules, diaoemAn&tion of the minutes of each regular and special meeting by mail an the Tuesday following the regular meeting or within five day@ following a especial meeting and that the Secretary be the voice of the cittee un�cer tt1c�.._d ,rcctt ®� off. ft chi�S -�an a naa motion failed for back of a gemnd a Cnairmn Laioon ccallled a recce ma of the caRmittteca at 9820 amokmwzD. committee emz r ecogavened at 9 a 35 0 Sec. 4. 19he duct ies. of the secretary shall ba to keep minutes of the regular and spacial Reetinga and mail Game to all memberm of the c emitttee within tRwze daye following the meeting. Notion by Wood, meconded by Zddy.o motion carr bed o On Notion by Nottensteisn, seconded by Psagoy, bfttion carried. Seca 10 The rules contained An Robert®s Busse® of c0rdag Shall govern thLg camjttea jn ,all cameo to which they are applicable and In which the are not inconolotentt with the approved by laws of this c itt-G e a On motion by Ni llar, oecondad by Ajangano4 Notion carried{ :iKinvltes - .001, 10, 1955 Sec. 2. The chairman shall rule on all matters of procedure subject to the right of any member of the committee to request a vote of the covounittee-of-the-whole. On motion by Eddy, seconded by Basigoy. Motion carried. ARTICLE 6 - kMBF.RS a VOTING P097ERS On motion by Miller, seconded by Coen. Motion carried. Notion by Miller that the committee be composed of 15 regular members and 5 alternates. The chair declared the motion out of order on the grounds that the City CoT=cil determines the membership of the committee. Motion by D'ailler that the com.ittee request the City Council to appoint five alternates to the committee, -lotion failed for lack of a second. Notion by Bangoy, seconded by Miller, that the chairman be authorized to contact the City Administrator to request the City Council to consider the appointment of five alternate imembers to the committee. The motion failed for lack of a majority vote. Sec. 1. Those members appointed by the City Council shall be the only voting members of this cammittee. Notion by Eddy, seconded by Blossom. Motion carried. ARTICLE 7 - VACANCIES On motion by Eddy, seconded by Hottenstein. Motion carried. See. 1. In the event of resignation or disqualification of voting member, the City Council shall be requeated to appoint a new membero On motion by Eddy, seconded by Hottenstein. Notion carried. ARTICLE 8 - MOTIONS On motion by Eddy, seconded by Wood, . Notion carried. At 10220 P,K. kir,, Hottenstein was excused by the Chair to leiive the meeting. Sec. 1. All members including the chairman may present items, make motions, second motions, and vote on motions before the committee. On motion by Eddy, seconded by Wood. motion carried. Page 5 - Ki nut ao - E-rch b®a 2.963 RTSCLE 9 Q A'TVTMDMCB On motion by ftod o seconded by Eddy. Dot Aan cM,Tg Aed, Sec. g. Any Voting member aboent tz�ZD nncxcuoed consecutive meetings c= a total, of four u nexcumed mastings will be reemmeanded for removal by the City Council. On mot Lon by Wood,, seconded by Eftngmoo Lftttia n carried Secs, 2. Absence from opaclaL called meatingo will be tabulated in computing grounda for recamendad rawovml e On motion by Eddy, oecondced by Ba ngayo Motion carried, See. 3. 19he committee by motion shall dmteraine whether an absence Am cexcuo ed or u nenauugced at the cearlieot practicable time. On motion by Erna seconded by Rddy.o Wat icz cart ted o on motion by Reagoy, secoaded by N.bbcer o Motion carried. see. 1. 2heme by-laws m@y be &waded at any time by a vote of the majority of the $ot@b mamb2gobip of the ccmmittea. On Motics by U@ n9anao fcec c&dGd by FAdy.o D%ttim cMEXLad o It was moved amd oecmded that further diD@usoion on the by laws be casncellGd a Notion carrLed o WRO EM C O'er CAIMOMS A ,betteg of Ksoignation fo@m &2r4 Job& M@tbMuay zecc cemdiW the appoint- ment of o vbltter nCMxin&gy t10 Ma 'TGZplQ@GRQnt. SU® Mott io n AWOUR 'M on notion by Kooacmo &nconded by UARLaro tha maGttLag of the oittizeano Chartex RedioAon }y}�ityUs 9 Mdjaumedo p o Ma ngoy r squ(P@aced a slow of h1FSl�d@ on the vote, Notion *it:sr�agbado Ms,60 P.M. SubmAttted by Beatty o 2d RM-�Sn5rdAR= seareta r v MINUTES E s THESE HI ES ARE A��D TjCCEPTE � C ��:�TTEE Council Chamber, Civic Center Huntington teach, Calif, . Wedneoday, March 17, 1965 , Chairman Pro-tam Kenneth Lawson called the regular me et_ing of the Huntington teach Citizens aastex Revision C bttG e to order at 7 0 30 p.m. in the Council Chamber. The Pledge of Allegiance was given by all present in the Council Chamber. ROLL CAL Committee Members PreGeint e Bangoy, Blossom, Loren, DiFabio, Gage, ' Hottensteimn, Lawmoh, Larkin, Mangano Killer, Wood Absent. Eddyo Eenr'ickmeffn, Irvine, Porter MikmRs On motion by Bangoy, Seconded by Killer, the minutes of the organiza- tional meeting of March 10, 19G5 were approved ao transcribed and mailed with corrections noted. On motion by Lawson, @econd<ed by Coen, all reference to alternates or ° voting° members in the by-laws @hall be otsickan. Wotion carried Mr. Eottenst-Qin arrived et 3 a 00 P.M. ELECTION OF OF)?xC A motion was made by Fangauno, oecoaded by Wood, that election of officer® be conducted by secret ballot. Motion caT Tied o on motion by Coen, seconded by Willer, gnomirnationg for C%airm@n were declared open. Notion carried. On motion by Diller, seconded by Coen, Kenneth Lawoon W@2 nominated. an motion by Gage, seconded by Zlrkin, Mac Bangoy was nominated. On motion by Killer, seconded by Rangoy, ncmisnationo for Chairman were closed. Notion carried. Vote a Lawson 6 votem Bangoy 4 votes l abstention on motion by Bangoy, seconded by Miller, the election of Mr. Lawoon as Chairman was declared unanimous. Motion carried, Page 2 - Minutes - haxch 1.7, 1965 on motion by Coen, seconded by Nii$er, sne mianat.ions for Vice Chairman were declared open. Notion carried On motion by L-2iiller, oeoond®d by Eatteuacetein, BOMgd BIOGOM Was on motion by Miller, seconded by Coen, there being no further amominatiODG for Vice Chairman, nominations viere closed. Notion carried. Cm InGtXuo$ion fXQM the chair the election of Donald Si®aOOM &a Vice C halz an wao declared unanimous. an motion by Coen, oecoanded by Miller, nominations for Secretary were declared open. Notion curried. On motion by Nottensteixn, seconded by Miller, Mac Bangoy was nominated. On motions by were, seconded by Killer, there being no further nominations for Secretary, nomisnation3 were cllooeda Notion carried Cn inotruction from the Chair the election of Mac Ba ngoy as Secretary wag declared unanimous cZIT-ff CMRTER _ TYPE OF COME Kr . Wil.lims, legal cou noel., geed a decision of the court in regard to initative to amend the city charter. Ref. 58 Cal. App. 555, Noose vs City Council of the City of Los Angeles, 1922. Ear. Willlliam@ Will prepare a written Opinion for the city council. Nr a Williams @ddraooed the ccmmittee regarding his opinion as to advantages of various typem of city Councils. Membcer@ of the committee expre@aed their views and addressed questions to Nor. Williams,, awns Chairman Zawooan garbed a rec eo@ of the Camittea at 9830 p.m. Comittee was reconvened at 9045 p.m. by the airman. On motion by Mangano, seconded by Miller, all actions taken by the ccamittem are tentative uuntil reccmmended revision of the charter is made to the city Council. Notion carried Page 3 m k2inuteo _ March 17, 1955 On motion by Woodb seconded by Hottenstein, the rreco cendation of the ccmmittee is that the City Council be nominated and elected at large. Notion curried, On motion by Mangano, seconded by Sangoy, the Ila@t mo�$on ohall be tabled until the next meeting of the committee. kZotior?n failed for lack of a majority vaoteo On motion by Mangano, seconded by Hottcenotaixn, the first item of business at the next meeting of the cittee be the number of councilmen to scerry a .on the City Council. Kotion carried. On motion by Bangoy, seconded by DailLller, items 2 and 3 on the next agenda be the queotion of the election of mayor (at large or appointed) ; and the question of which officials, other than the City Council, to be elected vas. appointed. Notion carried. On motion by Bangoy, seconded .by Coen, requests for copiea of material of the cmmittee be directed initially to the secretary, and that 15 copies ahalll be made available at the ditty Clerk°s desk, City Hall, for intcere@ted partieao Notion curried. on motion by 92angano, seconded by Hottenatcein, the policy of the ccmmittea shall be to mail copiao of the minutes of acmaittee me etinge to the Ount ingto n Beach New., Xivatrinngton Beach Daily Pilot, The Register, and the Huntington Beach Zadcependcent, and that theme copieo ohallll carry a notation that the minuteo are tentativ a until approved and accepted by ccmmmittae act ions o Motion cars ied o On motion by Nillller, oeconnded by Mmnngay, the cCha irmn woo inotra clod to contact Johns, Co Sollesns, School, of Political Science, U.C.I.A., Dr, Henry Riming or Trannk Sherwood, U,S.C„ to &rrangce for one of these men to appear ao a apeakerr before the committee in the near future. Elotion c arrb2d o A ohmi of handy on the vote v@a rcequ eGtced by 9r. Caen. Votes Zn fav oor 5e opposed 40 one ab3tenti®no A motion wao made by Wood sequceotting the Chairman to contact coamigtee member@ Menr iclkaen and Frvine rrQgarrding their abmence from the meatingo of Karch l® and March 17. The emirs declared the uotionn out of order and noted that the Chair would accept the seoponalbility of contacting theae gentlemen. The rGcor&mg oocrettary read a letter frc m &Iayorr ft nald D. Shipley to Mr. Karcuo N. Portcerr informing fir o Porter of his appointment to the Huntington Beach Charter Revision Committee, replacing W3 o John Hathaway who resigned bcecauoe of bus;inesa reaoons o ,s Page 4 - Minutes - March 17, 1965 On motion by Wood, seconded by Larkin, the meeting of the Huntington Beach Citizens Charter Reviaion Committee adjourned. Notion carried. 10 0 35 p.m. The next meeting will be March ago 1965. Submitted by Betty Cawald Recording Secretary APPROVEDs K' ac Bangoy, Secretary ;te Council Chamber, Civic Center Huntington Beach, Calif. Wednesday, March 31, 1965 Chairman Lawson called the special meeting of the Huntington Beach Citizens Charter Revision Committee to order at 7:35 p.m. in the Council Chamber. The Pledge of Allegiance was given by all Present in the Council Chamber. ROLL CALL Committee Members Present.- Bangoy, Blossom, Coen, DiFabio, Eddy., Gage, Henricksen, Hottenstein, Irvine, Lawson, Larkin, Mangano, Miller, Porter, Wood Absent: None MINUTES On motion by Miller, seconded by Wood, the minutes of the regular meeting of March 17, 1965 were approved as transcribed and mailed. Notion carried. ABSENCES EXCUSED The Chair declared the March 27, 1965 absence of Messrs® Eddy, Henricksen, Irvine, and Porter, excused. NUMBER OF COUNCILMM A motion wao made by Mangano, seconded 4y Eddy, that the Council be increaced to seven members. Plotion carried. ELECORION OF MAYOR A motion was made by Mangano, seconded by Eddy, that the mayor be .elected at large. Notion failed for lack of a majority vote. CITY IMAKAGER OR ADMXNISTRATOR On motion by Henricksen, seconded by Wood,, the question of City Manager or City Administrator be placed on -the agenda as the nextitem for discussion, motion carried. Page 2 Minutes _ March 31,, 1965 A motion was made by Henricksen, seconded by Blossom, that a City Manager fora of government be adopted. Notion carried by. the following votes AYESs 9 NOES s 4 AESTAINEDs 2 AFSE s 0 OFFICE OF MAYOR On motion by Lawson, seconded by Eanngoy, the Mayor shall he selected as in the present charter. RECESS Chairman Latisosn called a recess of the Committee at 8s45 p.m. RECONVENED Committee was reconvened at 9:00 porno by the Chairman. VOTE ON LAST NOTION Notion carried by the following votes AYE3s IO NOES s 3 ABSTAINED s 2 ABSER's 0 OFFICE OF CHIEF OF POLICE On motion by Lawson, seconded by Larkin, the Chief of Police shall be appointed and not elected. Motion c@rried by the following vote AYES o. 12 WOES3 2 AESTAIDs I AESEqT s 0 OFFICE OF CITY ATTORNEY On motion by Coeur, seconded .by wood, the City Attorney shall be, elected Motion failed for lack of @ .majority vote. AYES: 3 NOFES s 11 ARSTAXNEDs �. ABSM s 0 t , Page 3 - Minutes ® larch 31, 1965 On motion by Hottenstein, seconded by Blossom, the City Attorney shall be appointed. Motion carried by the following votes AYES-. 11 NOES' 3 ABSTAIN 3 1 AESE s ORAL COMMUNICATIONS The Chairman informed the committee that he has written to Mr. John Eollens concerning Mr. Eolleno appearance before the committee as a speaker, but that no answer has yet been received, NEXT AGENDA Items for the agenda for. the next meeting were established as follows (1) Office of City Clerk (2) Office .of City Treasurer (3) What provisions, if any, should be made for a personnel system ADNOUAR4EM On notion by Eddy, seconded by Sllosoom, the meeting of the Huntington Beach citizens Ch2rtcer Reviciorn Ce3mittee adjourned. Motion carried 10s25 p.m. The next rQ4ular meeting will be April 7, 1965, Submitted by Betty Oswald Recording Secretary Approved.- Mac Bangay, Secretary Date s11TxwQTCM BEACH CX` ZZENS CHARTER REVISION CO gT'EE AGENDA Regular Meeting April 7 1965 Council Chamber PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E o ROLL CALL D. OFFICE OF CITY CLERK E. OFFICE OF CITY TREASURER F. MAT PROVISIONS, IF PWY, SHOULD BE tIADE FOR A PERSOWEL SYST G. WRITTEN CO U'ZCATZONS Ism ORAL CCMUk CATXOWS I, MXSCELLANEDUS ITEMS J. NEXT AGENDA X. A C JOUR 4ENT Z-10D, AMPS."FUl"D 00102VX�2�'0011Z M NUITUT S MON Council Chamber, Civic Center Huntington B'each, Calif. Wednesday, April 7, 1965 Chairman Lawton called the regular meeting of the Huntington Beach k Citizens Charter Revision Committee to order at 7:55 p.m. in the Council Chamber. ROLL UILL Committee Membere Present: Bangqy, Blossom, Coen, Hottenstein, Lawson, Larkin, I'Mangano, Porter, Wood Absent: DiFabio, Eddy, Gage, Henricksen*, Irvine, 1.1iller *Mr . Henricksen arrived at 9:15 p.m. The secretary called the roll and declared that a quorum did not exist. On motion by Wood, seconded by Porter, the committee shall proceed with a study seezion. Motion carried. On motion by Eangoy, seconded by Wood, the committee shall proceed with the discussion in the order of the agenda. Motion carried. The chaiMan declared the minutes waived. The chair allowed a discussion of the recordation of names of members as they vote on various motions. Mr. Bangoy suggested that as a matter of agreement the names of members not be shown in the record at this time unless a role call vote is requested. The chair stated that the recording secretary had been instructed not to include the names on copies of minutes which are distributed. On motion. by Lawson, seconded by Hottenstein, the recording secretary was instructed to record names of the minority vote for information only as was done last week, but not for distribttion, Motion carried. Page 2 - Ki_nulte April 7, 1965 Mangano asked the chairman if he had heard from A Bolleas of UCLA in regard to his being a guest speaker before the co-mmittee. The chairman replied that he has had a letter fram %Mr. Bollexis, stating that he could not be present in the immediate future. The chairman has now written to Dr. Henry Reining, Jr. asking either he or Frank Sherwood of UCLA to speak before -the committee. He does not yet have a reply. Discussion was opened on the office of City Clerk and a review of the duties of the clerk was anode Reading from the model city charter, sections 2.08 and 2.16; Authentication and recording, codification, printing of all ordinances and resolutions, maintaining legally authenticated records of ordinances and resolutions and making them available to the public, codification and printing. From the present city charter; the city clexk shall be the ex-officio city auditor. The clerk shall be responsible and have custody of the corporate seal, all books, papers, records, contracts, and archives belonging to the city or to axis's' department thereof. , . . . .he shall keep full and accurate minutes of the proceedings of the meetings of the city council, and shall- reco.rd all ordinances and official bonds. . . . . .have the pmier to take affidavits and administer oaths and perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the charter, resolution or ordinance of the city council. He shall act as city collector, assessor, and clerk to the board of equalization. Williams - the same statements made regarding the office of city attorney apply also to the office of city clerk. The clerk performs a function directly for the council. the primary difference being that the vast majority of California cities are general law cities and under the incorporation act by which they operate, the clerk and treasurer have historically been electeu. along with as five member city council. There is a long history of elected clerks and treasurers. The situation has changed drastically since the days when it was provided that they be elected. With the increase of city manager type systems and charter city systems of financial administration. (. . .further discussion of the history of 6-th class cities. . . .) The clerk was then about the only officer present all the time. The clerk was the accounting officer of the city. The treasurer was the holder of the money; the clerk accounted for the money. Now the clerk has no financeresponsibilities or. functions. He is primarily concerned with the ordinances and resolutions and indexing thereof, filing and indexing of contracts, the custodian of the city seal, he has the power of administering oaths, he may be the ex-officio assessor but usually is not since the county handles this function. The clerk serves the council and keeps its records. There is no reason to elect a clerk except that historically general law cities have elected their clerks. Where we have made the clerk appointed, any opposition by the public is primarily created because of having their power to elect this officer removed. _kp.-rij. 7, 191603 Under the corporate structure if you ilave a clerk who does not perform, he may he removed. The office of treasurer is to provide a check and balance of .:he system. The cleack keeps the accounts, the treasurer keeps the mo-ney. The treasurer pays out the money on warrants executed as specified by the charter. The council adapts the budget, the finance officer draws the warrant, the treasurer honors the warrants. Mangano requested Kra. Diekoff t4ilho 'i-.7az present in the audience to state her position. The chairman stated that as this is a study session the chair would go according to a majority desire of the members present in regard to Mrs. Diekoff addressing the cutmaittee. i'Ar. Mangano made a motion that Mrs. Diekoff be allowed to describe Baer duties. Seconded by Bangoy. A rather: lengthy discussion ensued relative to the motion. Motion carried by the follcewing vote: VOTE: AYES 5 KOES 1 ABSITAINED 3 ABSENT 6 Mrs. Didkoff to6k a chair at the table. Bangoy - question to Mrs. Diekoff - We have a finance director established by ordinance, but can you clarify for us the following functions: Treasurer, Auditor, Assessor, Finance Director, Collector? Urs Diekoff - Ple have no assessor. The County of Orange does this, The clerk was assessor in the past. The collector is now under the control of the treasurer. The finance director functions as internal control; is the auditor and general accountant for -'%'.-he city. He keeps books, bill, detailed records, and presents them to council. After council agrees, twat they be paid, they go to the treasurer for the checks to be drawn. By state law some functions are under the treasurer and cannot be delegated to anyone else. Nr Bangoy - question to Ifts. Diekoff - Is the collector for license fees under the treasurer? Mrs. Diekoff - `the clerk issues the licenses and an office girl ?clerk) collects the money and turns it over to the treasurer daily. Mr. Mangano - question to Mrs. Diekoff - Is there a bonding require- ment for the office of treasurer. Mrs. Diekoff - Yes Page 4 Minutes - .April 7, 1965 There followed a discussion of the 1911 Act.. The treasurer collects the money for the bondholders. These are non-city duties. The treasurer does these J.hi.nags for the benefit of the assessment district Mr. Williams stated that our present city charter is vague as to the financial contro l o When no city manager type goverment exists, the city council adopts the budget, approves expenditures, audits claims, and demands. Under the coune v l/magnager fors of government, the council sets the tax rote and approves the budget. The manager appoints the finance officer. If an itean is included in the budget it dress .not go back to the council for approval for payment. The warrant is drawn on the treasurer. The treasurer is appointed b y the council and is a check on the actions of the finance officer who is appointed by the City manager. The finance officer checks each deamand, price, delivery, whether or not budgeted. If all is in order, he drag a warrant on the treasurer. The treasurer draws a check for payment The council appoints the administrative arm but before final transaction a utter gees before the treasurer who is an officer not answerable to the c i.ty arnanager ass a check and balance of the system. The greatest concern of the public is that they want to make sure they are able to keep the same treasurer and clerk and this i.s v9hy it is advisable , they are given status with the personnel board. Presently the clerk has i7-.,,ilready been divested of all financial responsibilities. Bangoy to Williams - Since %,ye do have elected clerk and treasure: do you feel there is adecpzate opportunity to ensure the qualifications for these positions should they use made appointive, assuring a highly qualified individual fi.11ing the position. Williams - Yes, this can be io i.tten into the charter. The question of appointed or elected positions largely depends on the popularity of the present clerk and treasurer and if they approve the change. If these people oppose the change and they are popular with the people, the charter election can be defeated. Vir porter to Williams - urni.ch positions �,Bould be appointed? Williams ® Clerk, nili.ce Chief, City Attorney, Treasurer, tentatively. Under city mianziger farm of goverpment the city, manager may alake appointments of department heads. j`jin.iz ualificatione for: these positions may be established and the manage: must con--ply with these z� 'r��. rr a- -s Off.. A"Fc a appoint t all department a 0 6 Page 5 Minutes a April a, 1565 A third method would he a combination ®f the two methods; appoint- ments of department heads made by the city manager but council. must confirm the appointments. Baangcy to Williams - Esn°t this a sort of check and balance? Williams This does not apply to attorney, clerk and treasurer. Rangano e e only ;aeak nesz :La that each four years these people must stand for election under the present elected system. There may be some merit in appointing these positions to aefogd this. Williams - Zf you have popular elected clerk and treasurer, and they oppose being changed from elected to appointed, again a otated before, they Grill defeat the charter for you. Porter to Williams - Do you suggest that we ask the opinion of the treasurer as to her preference? Mrs. Diekoff - here -to listen and learn, luould decline to state her position. Mangano m If the treasurer and clerk were given assurance that their positions tniou ld b,- protected there ip- merit to appointing thee. There fol cued a diecus sion of the von rme of vork handled by the treaouarer 4s office, the `act that the city has its awn, water utility, the volume involved in these collections, point me made that more time was spent in collecting monies than in disbursing it Williams «- the custody of fivids must be dela€Fered to the treasurer for collectio na made in other areas of the city (wazter department, clerk's office, sales tax, so forth, ) all money at end of day is deposited with the treasurer, Porter m With the voltvae of business in the tr.eaaurerc ° E office, the treasure~ Ims employees and € o is aloo a duper visor Williams - Rgave detail of dutaez of treasurers in other cities) Bangoy - How about s-ensding a letter to k-ks4 Daekoff thanking her for her cooperation. Chairman - 9f there are no objections a letter of thanks to n�s Diekcff and a. capy to the city cou&cil will he wr it:t4zn by the secretary. 11..Y e:.E,d `u+'y Iy.eF 1k l G;?ca tad C..'. a:A f 7-fir ty city as o Ye s W l yyr �'no �l cn,F . 'z z Page 6 v Minutes April 7, 1965 Williams e he county does assessing and collecting by contract and turns it over to the cities. Rjost all cities avail themselves of this service. It is included in the charter as a safeguard that the function is dome. Porter - Wno is now performing the audit function? Williams ® The audit function is done by the finance director. The post-audit is done by an outaide auditing firm hired by the city council Mangano ® I.L there are provisions made to assure present clerk, and treasurer of their posit.ione, would it weaken the ccharter. Williams - Not necessarily. It is customary to provide transitional prOV3.8ionaa, The chairman called a recess at 9o20 p.m. The meeting was reconvened at 9.-40 p.m. Hangano m Regarding item "P" (Whant pr®vFizions, if any, should be made for a personnel. board ) there is a need for a civil service or appeal board for the protection of fire, police and other personnel Larkin - stated her finings regarding various typez of civil service boards. Many different types , Local, state, Fewport Beach has only police and fire personnel under civil service. larkian to Willia as m Tls'hy is it expensive to have civil service? llil,l iam - There are certain,ce.rtain, expenses involved in conducting examinations to fill facasnciesa Wormal-ly the board io not paid or elar just paid a nominal, amount. It is not really expensive - many cities contract with the state personnel board or the county to have examinations conducted by them. 0 0 .establishment of personnel board provided two-fold protection o It assures the city of acquiri.79 Qualified personnel in that prozpective emplayeea muse pasty an examination and zo as a result you generally obtain a more guali f r-d individual. hereare closed back-door systams where the esaployee can deia and leaning and the personnel board may orderreinstatement. gr �F. ,— 60or tl'�Ae bcaard C. r:dWG�. OR:de?t' arl "a!? Y;.. .. ob.> 14• can hold public h:azin.gs as to the r•ea„_,oO-a fo - Page 7 m X.nnutes - April 7, 1965 With the Anahe:Uu system the cou><n*il wasrequired inthe charter to establish an adequate pa rmo ca el system by ordinance. A personnel system may be adopted by rreferenduzan .if desired. The reasons for avoiding the phrase "Civil Service Board" and the conno-ataoan of it were explained. Larki.i n tea Williams Do you feel police and fire should be under a oeparate system? Williams ® 00, and explained t-Any this is the cane in Eeciport Beach. Los Angeles conducts closed exa ai nationo for higher positions, but not for top positions. Los Au'age-1 es hao excellent department heads. You can 'write the permonnael system into the charter, your can let the people dec?de by initiative, or you can compel the city council. to adopt a permoyanel system Malaganao - provvi lions should be made to protect the people in police and fire departments. There is a morale factor were. also the council has been placed in positions in the past in personnel waiters becauoe of the lack oZ a personnel board Pnill i.amo o The question of scow many employees, job titles, salaries, are up to the city council. The personnel board performs tv.-90 or throe primary functriona but not that of fi-xi ng salaries, ho%l many employees. They do conduct: examinations and certify eligibility lists. They hear complaints by perooir el concerning damotion , discharges, .ono .you can have a syste-am -7herebyy the board can redoaa-'aennd or can order. Coen - Regarding the Anaahe-isa intent v,Yhenn they incorporated the prrovr aionn for the adoption of a persannel system by the council. Can you explain cfny this uaz done' Williams, - Aanahei�s had a persorxael ordinance dr av4J.vn at the time. It was a l000e personnel system. ix. Williams read from the Anaheim, charter relating to perrsco.uiel proviGionso Xis personnel syste-tas the hearing results ra.srn a rrecvramenndati one are to the action to be taker There is a difference in the connotation of personnel oysatem and civil service board© While you may do juctri.ce to the inndividua;; Oho ham been fired, you may do an injustice to the city. 2r a Williams gave axn example of :doer this could happen. page 8 - Atinutes - April 7, 1965 Ba-ploy t® 11!qilliama - In essence Vhat -we break down to Is that it would be good practice to retain the power of the deparit-iment head to hire and fire his employeez she personnel system simply insures that the department head himself does not become a personality. Williams - A personnel system is a deferent to vrrongdoing. Advantages are that it is not too strict a system, Henricksen - Regaring the Police DeparLmient, it took six months to get council approval of the present personnel ordinance. Since the police department could not be a part of this ordinance (the chief of police being elected) the chief at that time agreed to voluntarily adopt the rules and regulations of the present system , fo7,, his department. if Williams - Zt is my observation that/you give the employee no pzotection- he will not like it. If you put into the charter that the- council shall adopt an adequate system you are better off. Thhen you spell out the details of the system you again get a difference of opinion. 91angano - requested a show of hands as to whether a personnel board of some form should be written into the charter. Williams read from the Anaheim charter and noted that the Anaheim charter does not include the phrase which is generally included in charters, that is "once an office or department is included under the personnel system, it cannot be deleted without a vote of the people" This ttvas purposely left out of the Anaheim charter. Lawoon - At this time I will entertain a motion that the committee recoamend action on city clerk and city treasurer and personnel systval. Notion by Bangoy, seconded by Coen, that the recommendation be made to the full committee to adopt a personnel system compmable to that of Anaheim. Motion Carried. Motion by Coen, seconded by Wood, that the recommendation be made to the full committee that the office of city treasurer be appointed by the council. Motion carried. Notion by Coen, seconded by Wood, that the recommendation be made to the full committee that the office of city clerk be appointed by the council. Notion carried. e Ara-I.- Mr. -Efilliaims auggested that at the next meeting the subject of Vnether or not to rewrite the charter in full or to Lirite amend- mt�nts to the present charter be duscussed. On motion by 11angano, seconded by Wood, the regular meeting of the Huntington Beach Citizens Charter Revision Co nmittee adjourned. Notion carried. lOz25 p.m. The next regular meat ing will be held Wednesday, April 21, 7 .-30 p.m. in the Council chaw-ber. Submitted by Betty Oswald Recording Secretary Approved ij7ic Eangoy, Secretw;y Date I 31 HUNTINGTON BEACH CITIZENS CHARTER REVISION COMMITTEE January 13, 1966 6116Honorable Mayor and City Council6 1 9... City Hall •.0 0 READ -in Huntington Beach, California ctTi ------ " JAM The members of the Charter Revision Committee would like to express their gratitude for the overall support given them by the City Council on the recently completed charter election. We realize that without this support it is doubtful that the charter would have passed with such an overwhelming majority. We are sorry to know that Councilman Ernest Gisler and Council- man Robert Lambert as individuals, chose not to work in favor of the charter. However, we recognize their right as individuals in our democratic society to vote the way they think best. We are mindful of the fact that as a body, they voted unanimously with the entire City Council for the good of Huntington Beach, to fully endorse this charter. We ask only that Councilman Gisler and Councilman Lambert join the efforts of all the other leaders of this community in working with the new charter and make its laws effective. As Campaign Chairman of the Charter Revision Committee urging a Qyes" vote on this charter, I want to thank the City Council and the people of Huntington .Beach for the wholehearted ,complete support that we received in our campaign. Very truly yours, George Wood, Campaign Chairman Charter Revision Committee / OFFICIALS ��G/ DOYLE MILLER O�A ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER g _ Argo � CITY OF A r A dead` $ BRANDERASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR Lj O Ol��CClI ............................................................................... JA MES R. WHEELER F 47 P. O. BOX 190 C A L I F O R N I A DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS Q P ® FRANK B. ARGUELLO 92648 FINANCE DIRECTOR JOHN SELTZER POLICE CHIEF COUNCILMEN DONALD D. SHIPLEY DELBERT G. HIGGINS MAYOR FIRE CHIEF ERNEST H. GISLER VINCENT G. MOORHOUSE ROBERT M. LAMBERT LIFEGUARD CHIEF JAKE R. STEWART THOMAS H. WELCH OLLIN C. CLEVELAND BUILDING DIRECTOR PAUL C. JONES EDWARD R. STANG CITY CLERK Jul 30, 1965 WATER SUPERINTENDENT JAMES D. PLUNKETT Y CITY ATTORNEY BETTY DIEKOFF TREASURER Honorable Mayor and City Council DaL City of Huntington Beach Huntington Beach, California ----�; "" Gentlemen: A draft of the tentative proposed city charter has been complet- ed by the Citizens Charter Revision Committee. - A copy of this draft is enclosed herewith. A review of this draft will be made by the committee and we invite your Honorable Body to attend the next regular meeting of our group, August 4, 1965, . 7 :30 'P.M4 in the Council Chamber, at which time we will appreciate -hearing your comments and suggestions. An invitation is also being extended to all city officials, department heads, members, of boards and commissions, and em- ployees of the city, to attend . this meeting. After hearing all comments and suggestions. by members of the municipal family, it is the intent of the committee to then .hear from any interested citizens. After .hearing all comments and - suggestions, the committee will consider making changes prior to submission of a final proposed revision of the Huntington Beach City Charter to. the City Council for its consideration and determination. We encourage and will appreciate your participation in this review. Respectfully submitted, CITIZENS"'CHARTER 'REVISION: COMMITTEE Kenneth Lawson, Chairman KL:bwo X T 4 t A 'An iznformal rezporc sulbxmitted BASIS FOR DIRT ER A-ILENMENTS Pro.-Inelura and have beer, urwered iv tt-,e precediny', sactions:i This saction dotals with tie three basic provisicins of the Charter (3) PmyisioD for an X.INr, L Q? pop"AaLion' 10"�000 1 11)6 61- 6 i:t) coo a t,i Of I The �igwres speak, We are requi-r-Ing cotulcilmen to do six. they rjid ten�rearfi aao, We have mad no provLsAlo e r, for 't,11-mes the Zri t 11 0 giving authority to either administrative or advisory sub-groups or. fOo ,, Tndeed,, a permEu)ent %."j-_jg - the trend is in the opposite direction,) u-ith an Increasing burden upon council. (Ex ampied Recreation Parks Cowission to advisory rather than Executive,) with two regular meetings and recently two additional, spacial meetings, t-,#o regular morning study sessions, and the Minn: contact trith voters on an informal basis,, we. expect quite a lot 'for that money, (Some Boards carry an addItional $25 fee for counci linen.) There .has. been no official move to increase council salaries, The reasonable solution is to distribute the work araorip, more cc"uncilren:� aund retain the present civic-duty spirit, rather tLZ--*n edge tv,7,ard the fail-tire politician situationi, Trav'el ar."I Illness Mahv times rec,�ntly,_, imparta.-Dt, mzact�ers have been decidedl lt� -,-ahara.C c?,a rn f. ny f;ur rl( 1. . ;.I avd several declslo-.is have been delayee ua-i--A -uld be ore.*,ent to ote, i: is surel'y to D, A J f X'�"_* 2_ D!STRICT't Unctagh Districti-nn- has reccivel irrienase super fra.n t1he L . C e-1 Vcgi-scered voters3 D.- concerpg a feii particuLar gr.-)ups very mileg, Uose w111 shot; a dia-trict sestet[? to be the key to orderly Forwa-ive pej�iod of gCowth Beach zn-eed!: ir-9 mrost intensive arJ careful work done Di wh-1 la still able to choosa,, Once the patterns have no mnou-nt of effort c-:ui change the mistakes,, we already hz-,.%7a. many e xata L,1 z s, V�z nee4 a man respunsible to and informed on ever�, are-a of A man responsible to a 6ist-rice can and must he zoning . stedy the proposed developments,,, roslde,L-s and businesmuen. protect current and fature Thiz Is a cracial pariod,,, Nic one cowuicilman can know every io —Irl prolb"Llem- ir. ev,.-,;iy part of toqn-,�, it is huma�-,Iy impossible. but he Co.. R-n�Dw L-he -problena it) nWS-Si-N-th 0.1 the twil. Wlhan the; immense planiiing, pressures abate, there May be no nacf-t,nsity Ear distria%--s�, Indeeda this seems to hay.* been the basic fa---11,t o-f the. 17. r�r6s-" in cities; dist'ricts cxitiived their hameor. purposa,z the JLSLMU- The prime reason ftyr districts,, Ca,unc'.L-ien v.111 be identified and accessible, Just knowing who your ccv=cilman is Will be an imm-anae improvement over the current tu %�ation, lie will have the time to investi ate,, and he will have to justify his every move to the voters, He will have to represent his district well to accomplish anything on the nell -- and the voters will knozz every vote he oasts, With six men strenuousl Arkin for theiz constituea se and a mayor Te�av�,&n n�gth�eM, um can real y Both the. "deal-P.-,akilig" worry and the "political machine" worry io;er- rt-,Ildly amusing., IsTehava yet to determine how a man who is ;zak.vrkv sWO a mon-,!h in a political position can build a machine p-arti :ularly i-fhen he has sever A thv-usand voters with several thousand 611 4e-rent opinions, brrzaiir-,,L,- warmly c-ver his fence, his telephone and, oft-en his evenioi,,g;, 7weat, 1n fazt,3 one apf' the p-,2-1.fris accwplisNieints of the district sysftesl will, bie that will. ',kive -LO with eaen ott'ier, hw4n ton :<"each atc:;,raemenits accaptable to the people in their an�-; Czay do, all --ection's -will. Profli't-0 Tilt. can is -.trio grlp, o.n. their at -3 .-and Taxation irs-ead of a catch-as-cagy method,, each councilman will know honr the people in his district want it n i s n o +�t. e re taco=d with possible bond i.ss~ues ona parts,, go"l�course,, libraries, fire stations, civic. center, elementary schools, etc, Haw can ary cirizen rc-u express his preference before it goes to the ballot? It he had a councilman from his district9 it would_ be simple. The council now washes its hands of schooL blemsi, saying that is the province of the school boards, But the very ctsi.ons the council makes dete=ina the school pre3aure,, without fim repressmntationg The T�l'er is Cau ht in t-=e Middle. Transaction of City Business Fundreds of requests are turned back to departments for opinion. How much simpler to call your councf bn an,, ask him to check for you, and find out quickly @- rather than drag through meetings. � stio _ cif the 8trsiness District as End Cur ComAttee felt rather strongly that this mpst be accom- plished. 'With a great preponderance of res;.denti,al votes,, there Could come a point in at-large voting When no representative of business interests was elected to council. Every healthy city needs a core, and we lose community identity when that core withers. A consi.der:.ble amount of effort went: into this (SEE MAPS). Provision for Adige t You will note from the Initiative that district lines must be evaluated prier to every election, and kept in balance. The plan also ptects a councilman for the remainder of his term,, in the event revision is necessary. It is not usual to review districts so- ofteni .but when this goes to the State Legislature for ratification we believe they will be Twilling to make an exception, warranted by our population. growth rate. A gains the system will relieve councilmen from �:�cig�e burdens because of sporadic growth in any area. =4- (3) PROVISION FOR AN .ILE M AY 0�R- Athou-h ten months ago we had not antitipated our polling was something of a revel,-Aon,, (SEE PROCEDURE The voters simply want to elect their mayor, He will provide a balance for the district system. , It will retain a working, votlng mayor as a member of the councilq instead of working against them, It will simultaneously -.Vat him at themercy of the voters instead of themercy of the cauncil -- although mayors may consider this "the frying pan into the fire" ', T A.11 be an extremely workable systemo particularly it breaking tie votes, Tn wklude 'rhe purpose of ou wor k rk has been to net k ud- ,- moving M. an-d---E sent a cohesive plan with wide support to the voters® Events of the past fzv months indica-vt that out Initiative prodded considerable activity and study, which was long overeue, We vnlcome any alternative plants to the common ballot,, as long as they are not juslUz-1 a "rubber stan- p" diversion to he voters,, The April 5th refusal of the cit2,.,c Ci to t t he;s ir 6n�he -b-al-Tot is the best reason we car, R-te e uesttico�on �ch .O;w - -- '-*::e?O-r-2t-1-rG-L-ee�,,-Lsg�e'�' ame�nume menu., menta. CITIZENS INITIATIVE CON-11ITTEE April 9,) 1965 RESEARCH RECAP in the_.- '-�.3�:� of g964, sradford dock arnou ced hisintention o cirealate etItIank- �ecraestlrg the City Co�eil of Hu�st�.ngt�s�: y{xrg ;sA' ar.d prat t?le decision to the voters of the city,, At that time, these were no official nor unofficial Swps €,-or sing on the city charter,, €zecoEmendations of a prior at-tidy co-mmi.ttee agent largely e. nbeeded by covmci I3 with the exception of two re^o ; ender :ions wfhich were placed on the November,, 19649 general ballot These charter changes (to fill by appointment the posts of po11ce Cider and City Attorney) vere defeated by the electorates due 1: (a) no official effort to info= voters of modern practice in other cities; (b) argnents by opponent* (c) basic desire of voters to retai-n rja--isjum electoral control. N ME.- once again; an advisory gr«pus has repeated this pattern. ,ust , scattered individuals in the city contacted Mr. Mock to discuss his pl,In,, An informal group gathered and decided to 24.rst determine the �iL e .o�h �l � which had neverg in act, been attempted, and secondA to puysu.e a more positive course of action than more circulation of yet another peti.tione "its 1,,aLa farmer; ti:9 Ci tizens,2 initiative Committees nine months ago: I'r�. MIL we began with two basic objectives: enIm a the council to cope with the city's growth,, and find out how the people wanted it to be enlarged, Matever the plang it had to ensure permanent representa- Uan for all business interests and citizens, (l) We soon settled upon population districting, and then had to do a great deal of questioning among the voters to determine whather. they preferred at-large voting, or district voting; This was dl:pne through extensive telephone effort (registered voteras, sampled fr—a s:A.x separate areas of town); a publicized open meetings and �; o wsoyatt-Is of pe,sonal contact woek by the c ittee, We found the St-ra�.g preference to bsa for a r dis s st and discovered a,.other i,tcir7 o F��snti.ngtc�n ',3eacia people o ee�°:a !ingly desired to elect,their raa, �24) To see hom these findings :allied with other ci.ti.eso we nLa<:tad thirty in both Orange and Los Angeles County., and prepared check sheets for generai "Larry or charter; districts of at-large elections; ,Do ,Ja-4:ion4 ri-amberof di,t'ricts$ . mayoral provisions9 charter provi- sions for population/ district revisions; and length of tams, A wry brief recap of this inforn tion is avallable, (3) - The decision was made to adhere as closely__ as ossible t ,w �? hes of the voters, rather than to any trseo�•etical ideas. (4) We then_ set up there alternative outlives for, districts. Two were discarded for not preserving beach area responsibility,, for bisecting the established bMsinesa area o equitable distribution of 2220.ation„ for non-adherence to present RDcivg limes (necessary for an accurate voter count)9 and one plan was disr:�arded primarily because it might ultimately deprive the heart or downtown area of an adequate representation on the council. (:SEE THREE mAYS WITH PRO-POSED DISTRICTS 9 PRESENTED BY IiRo MOCK.) The third and final proposed districting is included in the legal initiative on charter amendments. (5) Perhaps the most difficult aspect was procedure: simply puff the information in the hands of our city and wait for actions or rake action mandatory? Reviewing past experiences, we elected to make it maladatory and take immediate steps to get the questions on the YK! CIYST� ballot. NOTE: A good indication of how right this decision was -- when the validated petitions were presented to the Cmnci.l on Monday, April 5s it still refused to act, and it may take a legal battle Ta=at taxpayers expenses naturally) just to be able to vote at all, (6) 16'e thenefore retained an established f6rm of attorneys (SEE FINANCIAL STATEMENT) to prepare the necessary papers and advise us how to proceed. In the fall of 1261 city council announced the reinstatement of a charter rev is on stu Y committee, directing it to recommend changes an the charter a a c o We debated postponing our words until this sanctioned group $ plated its deliberations$ but realized once again their work might be shelved, Therefore& On November 5 196' we filed legal notice of intention to pursue inn t at ve procei ngs (SEE MNTINGWN BEACH NEWS of that date)o According to laws tm waited the prescribed periods and began circu- lating petitions on November 26, During the three months of titionin a the following seemed to bear out our ec sionn T "e c art+er study cou ittee (L) announced its; meetins would be held in secret; (2) witnessed the resignation of two hi 91 respected members; (3) had its official status with- drawn- ( ) had its official status returned; (5) had its total mem- bership in doubt- (6) sacs at least one member removed without expla® na;ion; (7) shi led from total charter study to focus on council provisions; (g) has been subjected to "hurry4up" pressure instead of being alloraed to set its own pce; (9) was provided with an out-of o tom legal counsel whose stair was onlymade public after questioning by the Initiative Committee, �3- Meam4hi.le, back on our ccr-a-ittee000 almost 4,000 ss.tnaVuia�!_5 had been obtained. These were ailed according to law with the City clerk for verification, They were obtained from each district of t�-P�� city, and all streets covered were noted (SEE ®RED M_,Pg F 9F iaiT D 'Y 11R� MOCK.) F r ia� d _eta P riar eh 9f _96 Fifteen percent of theregistered electorate is required to put an initiative measure on the ballot, and the law (California State Constitution, California State Election Code) requires that an election be held. Santa Aran Registrar of Voters has verified the signatures of over 3,400 Huntington Beach voter.se considerably over the requirements. Since a copy of the initiative procedure and proposals has been in city hands since November 5,, 1964,, and it is noy,4 Aprtlg 19659 a e, l a ff ciera't tine to have re ear hed .all as2ec r , Or April. 5, however, one councilman advises that runt ortly :.s this the first time he has been able to act -- he must also have the advice of a firm of Los Angeles lawyers,, only one, of wlhwc is currently charging the charter committee $50.00 per hour. Copies of the Initiative proposals were seat to both State Assemblyman Whetmore and State Senator Schaai.tze and rulings were obtained from state legislative counsel confirming their vali.d1ty and legality (SEE FILE). Copy of ruling was also filed with city c1lerk on March 9thp The following pages contain pertinent supportive reasoning for the charter amendments proposed by the Citizens Initiative Committee, They are the results of a massive voter-contact efforts and genuinely reflect the thinking of thousands of Huntington Beach presidents. Bradford 1, Mlock9 Chairman CI7`�I�„ZENS TI A-TIVE ggRj IEE April 9. 1965 n r 1 V is C f✓ z'G Mt 1. IF T' S: IN April 9, 1 965 EJETVEt3_T 5254. 32 (total of 34 indivIdu,al donations,, 9/30/64 to 4/9/6.5) DI SBURSED T4 DjTE y252.07 maps n O C c G V t A r v 0 v Z $2. "tn' 11'B� News Legal Notice A a o v 15,00 M & E Johns Paper, l.nt ino' m ,, a c .. 346- 32 tf CCabe, George & Fritz - Legal l Services 'ro " �' E , L. L5gaGC Banks Service Charges 5,100 Phone, Stamps.4 Paper & Supplies 45. 25 BALANCE! $ l,,25 DEBITS, -0m Respectfully submitted April 9v 1965: _a�sSGaa t�+tid C4pQ 4'l®3m AT Ri 4Y C6��W--------s.----.--- Anne ►Meneese Secretary-Treasurer :, (List: of donors available to Committee upon request)