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City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, May 20, 2019
4:00 PM -Council Chambers
6:00 PM -Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
A video recording of the 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM portions of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and archived at
www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas/
4:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALLED TO ORDER -4:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey , Delgleize, and Hardy
None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
Study Session
Item No. 1 (19-224) -2 items
1) a PowerPoint communication entitled Public Works Department 201912020 Capital Improvement
Program (GIP) received from Travis Hopkins, Interim Assistant City Manager;
2) a PowerPoint communication entitled Fiscal Year 201912020 Proposed Budget 'Shaping the Future'
received from Gilbert Garcia, Chief Financial Officer.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION I CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
(3 Minute Time Limit) -None
STUDY SESSION
1. 19-224 Discussion of Fiscal Year 2019/20 Proposed Budget, Finance Commission actions,
discussions and recommendations; Capital Improvement Program (CIP) continued
to June 3rd.
Gilbert Garcia, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), jointly presented a PowerPoint Presentation with Lori-Ann
Farrell-Harrison, Interim City Manager, entitled City of Huntington Beach -Fiscal Year 201912020
Proposed Budget -Shaping The Future, with slides entitled: FY 2019120 Proposed Budget; Police
Department Management Staffing; FY 2019120 Proposed Budget-Police (2); Background on Lieutenant
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Position; Excerpt From Agreement Between the City and the HBPD Police Management Association
October 22, 2018; Succession Planning; Case In Point: Huntington Beach; Challenges to Replenishing
Talent; Succession Planning (2); Citywide Succession Planning Efforts (2); Succession Planning (3);
Future Budget Challenges -Big Independent Cities Ex cess Pool (BICEP) (4); Finance Commission
Actions, Discussions and Recommendations; Finance Commission (6); and FY 2018119 Proposed
Budget.
Councilmember Posey and CFO Garcia discussed recommendations included in the presentation as
proposed by the Finance Commission, and Councilmember Posey expressed concerns , describing some
of the actions as "over-stepping " authority.
Mayor Pro Tern Semeta referred to recommendations made by the Finance Commission in the budget
presentation as "suggestions ," describing the recommendations as within their scope of duties at a time
when the City is tasked with identifying cost savings and considering new revenue sources . She added
that it is ultimately the Council 's decision on what actions to take.
Councilmember Hardy offered an understanding for Councilmember Posey's concerns, and shared some
of her own about the Finance Commission's outsourcing recommendations .
Councilmember Delgleiz e stated her opinion that some of the Finance Commission's recommendations
have caused undue concern for staff, and provided support for Councilmember Hardy's comments
regarding outsourcing . She also discussed her expectations that the City provide opportunities for staff
to move up in their careers .
Councilmember Carr stated her opinion that the Finance Commission recommendation to outsource the
IS Department is a partisan deci sion , and asked that the Council review and refine the scope of the
Finance Commission .
Mayor Peterson stated that City Council determines policy and approves or denies recommendations
made by any commission .
Mayor Pro Tern Semeta and Interim City Manager Farrell -Harrison discussed the best practices process
for a Request for Proposal (RFP) to outsource a department or any department function .
Coun ci lmember Carr stated her support for ensuring actions by the Finance Commission are City
Council directed .
Councilmember Brenden stated his support for the Council to remove some of the ambiguity to the
Finance Commission purpose by refining their authority, and asked that staff come back with better
language options for the applicable parts of the Municipal Code.
Councilmember Brenden shared details on police staffing including defunded and refunded positions as
related to the defunded Police Lieutenant position .
Councilmember Posey expressed his opinion that the proposed Police Department budget appears to
skew historical staffing levels.
Police Chief Robert Handy explained that the Management Partners findings reported that a number of
the Department issues were relate d to lack of management and supervisory positions . Councilmember
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Delgleize and Chief Handy discussed that there is a staff shortage at nearly every level within the
Department.
Councilmember Carr confirmed with Chief Handy that the agreement made last October with the Police
Management Association (PMA) requires the defunded Police Lieutenant position be refunded before
any more rank and file officers can be hired.
Councilmember Brenden and Human Resources Director Michelle Warren discussed staff development
opportunities that are provided to encourage staff to gain supervisory, leadership and managerial skills
so they can be prepared for moving up within the City . At the present time there are not any retention
tools available for staff that may be considering retirement. Councilmember Brenden stated that based
on the Strategic Plan agreed to earlier in the year, the Council is expecting a report by October 1 on
Succession Planning , but it appears to him this budget is moving forward with Succession Planning
without waiting for the upcoming report.
Councilmembers Delgleize and Hardy discussed with Director Warren that there isn't yet a citywide or
global plan for Succession Planning , and Councilmembers Delgleize and Hardy suggest that is needed
before considering succession plans for just a couple of departments.
Councilmember Posey and Director Warren discussed hiring policies related to current employees vs.
external applicants.
Councilmember Carr expressed her opinion that there should be a Study Session report on citywide
Succession Planning before any department's Succession Plans are approved through t he current
budget process.
Councilmember Delgleize asked that there be a staff report at least quarterly to update Council on the
efforts being made towards developing a Succession Plan.
Mayor Peterson expressed the need to see a Succession Plan that trains and prepares staff to be
qualified to step into a position vacated through retirement. Interim Manager Farrell-Harrison explained
that the current Department Succession Plan changes being presented are unique and are needed to
stabilize the affected departments where there could be high risk for these single-classification situations ,
and stated that Council needs to determine how agile they want to be in these situations .
The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) presentation was postponed to the next regular meeting of June
3rd.
Motion by Posey , second Delgleize, to recess into Closed Session for Items 3-6. With no objections the
motion carried .
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION -5:36 PM
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT($)
2. 19-615 Mayor PetersoR to AnRounce: PursuaRt to Government Code § 54957.6, the City
Council shall recess into Closed Session to meet with its designated labor
negotiator: Lori AAA Farrell, Interim City Manager; also in attendance: Gilbert
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GarGia, Chief FinanGial OffiGer, MiGhele Warren, DireGtor of Human ResourGes
regarding labor negotiations 'Nith : City Treasurer
CLOSED SESSION
3. 19-597 Pursuant to Government Code§ 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into
Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit:
Frankie Choyeski v. City of Huntington Beach; Workers' Compensation Claim No.
COHB 18 0026.
4. 19-598 Pursuant to Government Code§ 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into
Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit:
Thomas Wilson v. City of Huntington Beach; Workers' Compensation Claim No.
COHB 16 0346.
5. 19-599 Pursuant to Government Code§ 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into
Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit:
Bedel (Richard) v. City of Huntington Beach, et al.; OCSC Case No. 30-2017-
00958740.
6. 19-605 Pursuant to Government Code§ 54956.9(d)(2), the City Council recessed into
Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding potential litigation.
Number of cases, three (3).
7. 19-614 Pursuant to Go'lernment Code§ 54957.6, the City CounGil shall reGess into Closed
Session to meet with its designated labor negotiator: Lori Ann Farrell, Interim City
Manager; also in attendanGe: Gilbert GarGia, Chief FinanGial OffiGer, MiGhele
Warren, Director of Human Resources regarding the following: City Treasurer.
6:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -6:05 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Brenden, Carr, Semeta , Peterson , Posey, De lgleize, and Hardy
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Councilmember Delgleize
INVOCATION
In permitting a nonsectarian invocation , the City does not intend to proselytize or advance any faith or
be li ef. Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular religious belief or form of invocation .
8. 19-539 Marie Knight, City of Huntington Beach Community Services Director
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY
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City Attorney Gates reported that by a vote of 7-0 the City Council authorized the filing of a lawsuit
against the Public Cable Television Authority (PCTA) to enjoin the PCTA from making purchases and
large expenditures in an attempt to spend City of Huntington Beach contributions made to the PCTA prior
to the City's withdrawal from PCT A.
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
9. 19-554 Mayor Peterson called on Victoria Alberty to present the Adoptable Pet of the
Month.
Ms. Alberty announced that May 20 is National Dog Rescue Day, and introduced Connie with Ozzie and
Friends Rescue who brought Sweetie . Sweetie is a 2-3 year old Dachshund who is in good health, up-
to-date on her shots, likes other dogs, and is affectionate with people. More detai ls can be found at
www.ozzieandfriendsrescue.org . Ms. Alberty also reminded everyone of the June 16 Wags and Wine
fund raiser.
10. 19-434 Mayor Peterson proclaimed National Public Works Week May 19 through 25 and
presented a proclamation to Public Works Director Travis Hopkins.
Director Hopkins briefly described the services provided by the over 200 employees of the Public Works
Department. He also announced the Public Works Open House at Surf C ity Night, Tuesday, May 21 , 5-9
p.m. at Main and Walnut, where staff will be displaying equipment, answering questions, and describing
how they serve the residents .
11. 19-556 Mayor Peterson called on Kevin Elliott from Code Four to present a check for
$10,000 from the Cherry Blossom Festival to the City's Sister City Association.
Mr. Elliott provided a brief video overview of the recent Cherry Blossom Festival, and described a great
community effort that attracted over 60,000 visitors during the three-day event. The $10,000 check was
accepted by Frank Nakabayashi, President, Sister City Association, who expressed his appreciation for
this contribution which will make it possible to send four high school students to Anjo , Japan , as
ambassadors of Huntington Beach .
12. 19-425 Mayor Peterson called on City Clerk Robin Estanislau who presented the Mayor's
Award to Donna Switzer, Deputy City Clerk.
City Clerk Estanislau described Donna's progression of duties since beginning her employment as a
Passport Agent in May of 2015, to her current position as Deputy City Clerk. She also discussed
Donna's demonstrated leadership, teamwork and willingness to learn , and how the public, through phone
calls, emails and letters, has acknowledged Donna for her warm and professional demeanor.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act , City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
Consent Calendar
Item No. 29 (19-584) -Communication received from the Building Industry Association of Southern
California , Inc., Orange County Chapter re : Expanding Use of Government Fees.
Administrative Items
Item No. 38 (19-613):
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1) A PowerPoint communication received from Michael Gates, City Attorney, entitled City Attorney
Proposal.
2) Email communication submitted by Lynn Unger.
Item No . 39 (19-580) -Email communication submitted by Lynn Unger.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) -8 Speakers
The number [hh :mm:ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in
the archived video located at http://www. surfcity-hb. org/governmentlagendas.
Bob Wentzel was called to speak and shared some of his experiences at the National Comic Arts
Festival held May 17-19, and thanked staff for a successful event. (01 :56 :56)
Ralph Bauer, former Mayor and long-time resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and
thanked the Council for approving the purchase of the Navigation Center. Mr. Bauer asked the Council
for direction on several issues he would like to discuss directly with "decision makers." Mayor Peterson
asked Mr. Bauer to complete a blue card for staff follow-up. (02 :00 :02)
Barbara Devlin, a 50+ year resident of Huntington Beach, a member of Friends of the Library, and
representing the Huntington Beach Library Book Discussion Group, was called to speak and asked that
the City Council re-instate their no-cost monthly meeting place at Central Library . (02 :02 :51)
Kathryn Levassiur, a resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and shared her opinions about
the potential sustainable revenue from Short-Term Rentals, and encouraged the City to implement
processes to regulate and tax this service which many residents are already providing . (02 :06:06)
Bart P. & Diana McGrath, Founders of the Huntington Beach Concours d'Elegance, were called to speak
and invited everyone to the 34th Annual Huntington Beach Concours d'Elegance to be held on Saturday
and Sunday, June 1 and 2 at Central Library. This event supports the Children's Resource Center wing
at Central Library. (02:08:47)
Kathy Carrick was called to speak and read parts of an article describing issues related to Navigation
Centers in San Francisco , and expressed her hope that the City of Huntington Beach has a detailed plan
to prevent the same issues from developing here . (02 :11 :21)
Adam Wood, Building Industry Association of Orange County, was called to speak and stated opposition
to Consent Calendar Item No . 29 (19-584) regarding Resolution No. 2007-17 to expand the permitted
uses of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund . (02 : 14:2 6)
Ryan Farsai was called to speak and shared his opinions about a United Nations report and Opportunity
Zones in the U . S . (02 : 17:22)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Posey reported attending an Association of California Cities -Orange County (ACC-
OC) Golden Hub Awards event where the City of Huntington received three awards : 1) City Manager of
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the Year; 2) City Prosecutor Program; and 3) Sustainable Business Category for Certification of Local
Businesses. Councilmember Posey also reported attending a Vector Control meeting , meeting with the
Municipal Employee Organization (MEO), speaking with a representative of the Police Officers'
Association (HBPOA), and the Economic Development Committee (EDC) visit to FormDecor Furniture
Rental.
Councilmember Carr reported meeting with the Municipal Employee Organization (MEO).
Councilmember Brenden reported meeting with the Municipal Emp loyee Organizat ion (MEO), and
attending the Public Cable Television Authority (PCTA) Board meeting.
Councilmember Delglei z e reported attending the Orange County Transit Authority Board and
Government Affairs meetings , and an Orange County Health Care meet ing .
Mayor Pro Tern Semeta reported attending a Design Review Board meeting.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT -None
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
13. 19-612 City Attorney reported on status of Councilmember Posey's initiative to explore
options to challenge CalPERs (investment strategy)
City Attorney Gates was able to share that Council has provided authorization to move forward with
consulting with other legal ex perts regarding possible legal action and opportunities. Councilmember
Posey briefly commented on an editorial he wrote two years ago , and his particu lar concerns related to
the path of environmental social governance investing . He shared h is opin ion that a pas t investment
strategy has not paid off well for its investors, and for municipal partners l ike us . He t hanked the City
Attorney and his colleagues for their support.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Posey pulled Item No. 29 for further d iscussion .
Councilmember Brenden pulled Item Nos. 15 , 23 , 26 , and 27 for further discussion.
14. 19-577 Approved the interim appointment of David Kiff to the position of City Manager until
the ongoing national recruitment process is completed
A motion was made by Brenden, second Posey to approve and authorize the appointment of David Kiff
to the position of Interim City Manager.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, Delgle ize, and Hardy
None
15. 19-379 Accepted bid and authorized execution of a construction contract with California
Professional Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $643,490 for the traffic signal
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modifications at the intersection of Main Street and Utica Avenue/17th Street, and
the installation of a new traffic signal at the intersection of Bolsa Chica Street and
Pearce Drive -CC-1488; and, appropriated Traffic Impact funds for construction and
authorized change orders not to exceed 15 percent
Councilmember Brenden pulled this item to discuss with Transportation Manager Bob Stachelski some
details on collision history and the expected traffic flow impact for the proposed installation of a new
traffic signal at Bolsa Chica and Pearce Drive .
A motion was made by Brenden, second Hardy to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by California Professional Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $643,490; and, appropriate
$125 , 739 from the undesignated Traffic Impact Fee fund balance to Traffic Impact Fee account
20690007 .82700; and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form
approved by the City Attorney ; and, authorize the Director of Public Works to execute change orders not
to exceed a total of 15 percent of the contract construction costs or $96,524 .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES :
16. 19-381
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
None
Accepted bid and authorized execution of a construction contract with Elecnor
Belco Electric, Inc. in the amount of $320,055 for the traffic signal modification at
the intersection of Gothard Street and Center Avenue -CC-1489; and,
appropriated Traffic Impact funds for construction and authorize change orders not
to exceed 15 percent
A motion was made by Brenden, second Posey to accept the lowest responsive and responsibl e bid
submitted by Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. in the amount of $320,055 ; and, appropriate $45,209 from the
undesignated Traffic Impact Fee fund balance to Traffic Impact Fee account 20690007 .82700; and ,
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City
Attorney ; and, authorize the Director of Public Works to execute change orders not to exceed a total of
15 percent of the contract construction costs or $48,008.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
17. 19-451
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey , Delgleize, and Hardy
None
Accepted bid and authorized execution of a construction contract with Calpromax
Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $229,000 for the traffic signal modification at the
intersection of Newland Street and Slater Avenue -CC-1490; and, appropriated
Traffic Impact funds for construction and authorized change orders not to exceed
15 percent
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by Calpromax Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $229,000; and, appropriate $112, 150 of
undesignated Traffic Impact funds to Traffic Impact project account 20690007.82700; and, authorize the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney; and,
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authorize the Director of Public Works to execute change orders not to exceed a total of 15 percent of
the contract construction costs or $34,350 .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
18. 19-453
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
None
Accepted bid and authorized execution of a construction contract with Alfaro
Communications Construction, Inc. in the amount of $289,075 for the traffic signal
modification at the intersection of Newland Street and Ellis Avenue -CC-1491; and
appropriated Traffic Impact funds for construction and authorized change orders
not to exceed 15 percent
A motion was made by Brenden, second Posey to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by Alfaro Communications Construction , Inc. in the amount of $289 ,075; and , appropriate
$100,404 of undesignated Traffic Impact funds to Traffic Impact project account 20690007.82700; and ,
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to e xecute a construction contract in a form approved by the City
Attorney; and, authorize the Director of Public Works to execute change orders not to e xceed a total of
15 percent of the contract construction costs or $43,361.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES :
Brenden, Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
None
19. 19-454 Accepted bid and authorized execution of a construction contract with International
Line Builders, Inc. in the amount of $269,016 for the traffic signal modification at the
intersection of Goldenwest Street and Heil Avenue, CC-1492; and, appropriated
Traffic Impact funds for construction and approved change orders not to exceed 15
percent
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by International Line Builders, Inc. in the amount of $269 ,016; and , appropriate $130,680 of
undesignated Traffic Impact Fee Fund Balance to account 20690007.82700; and, authori ze the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney; and , authorize
the Director of Public Works to execute change orders not to exceed a total of 15 percent of the contract
construction costs or $40 ,352.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
20. 19-441
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey , Delgleize , and Hardy
None
Accepted bid and authorized execution of a construction contract with Alfaro
Communications Construction, Inc. in the amount of $298,872 for the traffic signal
modification at the intersection of Gothard Street and Slater Avenue -CC-1493;
and, appropriated Traffic Impact funds for construction and authorized change
orders not to exceed 15 percent
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A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by Alfaro Communications Construction, Inc. in the amount of $298,872; and, appropriate
$49,325 of undesignated Traffic Impact Fee fund balance to Traffic Impact Fee account
20690007.82700 ; and , authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form
approved by the City Attorney; and, authorize the Director of Public Works to execute change orders not
to exceed a total of 15 percent of the contract construction costs or $44,830.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
21. 19-495
Brenden, Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, Delgleize , and Hardy
None
Accepted bid and authorized execution of a construction contract with Select
Electric, Inc. in the amount of $308,803 for the traffic signal interconnect on
Newland Street from Ellis Avenue to Warner Avenue, CC-1494; and, authorized
change orders not to exceed 15 percent
A motion was made by Brenden, second Posey to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by Select Electric , Inc. in the amount of $308 ,803 ; and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney; and , authorize the Director of
Public Works to execute change orders not to exceed a total of 15 percent of the contract construction
costs or $46,320 .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
22. 19-560
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize , and Hardy
None
Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract with PALP, Inc. dba
Excel Paving Company in the amount of $2,916,192 for the Edinger Avenue
Rehabilitation, Algonquin Street Rehabilitation, and Delaware Street Rehabilitation
Project, CC-1575
A motion was made by Brenden, second Posey to accept the lowest responsive and responsible base
bid submitted by PALP, Inc. dba Exce l Paving Company in the amount of $2,916 , 192.00; and, authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
None
23. 19-478 Accepted the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorized execution of a
construction contract with All American Asphalt in the amount of $3,012,239 for the
Residential Overlay of Maintenance Zone 6, CC-1579; and, appropriated additional
Gas Tax and Measure M funds for construction
Councilmember Brenden pulled this item to inform the public of the boundary streets for this project.
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A motion was made by Brenden, second Semeta to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by All American Asphalt Company in the amount of $3,012 ,239 ; and , authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to e xecute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney; and , appropriate
$175,000 from the undesignated Gas Tax (207) fund balance to 20790056.82300; and , appropr iate
$775,000 from the undesignated Measure M (213) fund balance t o account 2 1390002.82 300 .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, Delgleize , and Hardy
None
24. 19-565 Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract in the amount of
$65,170.00 to MK Construction, Inc. for the Ocean View Estates (OVE) Parking Lot
Expansion Project, CC -1580
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by MK Construction , Inc., in the amount of $65 , 170.00; and , authorize the Mayor and C ity
Clerk to execut e a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delg leize, and Hardy
None
25. 19-569 Authorized an additional $35,745 in expenditures for MSC-520 Youth Shelter ADA
Improvements and Roof Replacement project
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to authorize Publ ic Works to e x pend up to $71,490 , an
additional $35 ,745 , in contingency funds to complete the construction of MSC-520 Youth Shelter ADA
Improvements and Roof Replacement.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, De lgle ize , and Hardy
None
26. 19-407 Adopted Resolution No. 2019-24 amending the City's Classification Plan by adding
the Job Classification of Risk Management Analyst and establishing the
compensation
Councilmember Brenden pulled this item to discuss details with Human Resources Director Michelle
Warren regarding the process to add a Job Classification as part of the Success ion Planning effort.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Posey to adopt Resolution No. 2019-24 , "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the City's Classification Plan by Adding the
Classification of Risk Management Analyst," and establish the compensation.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Semeta, Peterson , Posey , Delgleize , and Hardy
Brenden, and Carr
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27. 19-471 Adopted Resolution No. 2019-25 authorizing the City to levy the Annual Retirement
Property Tax For Fiscal Year 2019/20 to pay for Pre-1978 Employee Retirement
Benefit Levels
Councilmember Brenden pulled this item to discuss details with Interim City Manager Farrell Harrison .
A motion was made by Brenden , second Hardy to adopt Resolution No . 2019-25, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Levying a Retirement Property Tax for Fiscal Year 2019/20
to Pay for Pre-1978 Public Employee Retirement Benefits" of $0 .01500 per $100 of assessed valuation .
The tax rate of $0.01500 would continue the ta x rate included in the current Fiscal Year 2018/19 Adopted
Budget.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES :
Brenden, Carr, Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
Semeta, and Peterson
28. 19-559 Adopted and authorized recordation of Resolution No. 2019 -26 ordering the
Summary Vacation of an existing Walkway Easement to the former Franklin School
Site
A motion was made by Brenden, second Posey to adopt Resolution No . 20 19-26, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Ordering the Summary Vacation of a Public Service
Easement for Pedestrian Walkway Purposes Generally Located Between Spa Drive and the Former
Franklin School in the City of Huntington Beach" (Attachment 1 ); and, instruct the City Clerk to record
Resolution No. 2019-26 and the attached exhibits with the Orange County Recorder.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
29. 19-584
Brenden, Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
None
Approved as amended to bring Resolution 2019-34 back to Council as part of
funding options for Homeless Navigation Center improvements adopted Resolution
2019 34 amending Resolution No. 2007 71 to expand the permitted uses of the
Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Councilmember Posey pulled this item to state his concerns and opposition because in his mind this will
just dilute the efforts to meet the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) requirements, and
requested that the item be continued .
Councilmember Delgleize asked Community Development Director Ursula Luna-Reynosa to explain the
ordinance that determined the goals and objectives related to the Housing Element, including
Homelessness , and the resolution that established the fee and use of Housing Element funds. Director
Luna-Reynosa further explained staff believes this resolution will provide more flexibility in use of those
funds.
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Chief Assistant City Attorney Mike Vigliotta explained that this item does not increase or add fees , but
only addresses how the funds can be used.
Councilmember Brenden expressed concerns about changing how the funds co ul d be used .
Councilmember Hardy and staff discussed current low-income hous ing projects and that housing
production is required to receive Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) credit.
Councilmember Delgleize asked staff for a report on the spending history for specific ca tegories i n the
Housing Element.
A motion was made by Hardy, second Brenden to bring Resolution 2019-34 back to Council as part of
funding options for Homeless Navigation Center Improvements.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Brenden , Carr, Delgleize , and Hardy
Semeta, Peterson , and Posey
30. 19-607 Adopted Resolution No. 2019-38 modifying benefits for Non-Represented
Employees including the elected City Attorney, City Clerk and City Treasurer
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to adopt Resolution No . 2019-38 , "A Resolu t ion of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Modifying Benefits for Non-Represented Emp loyees
Including the Elected City Attorney , City Clerk and City Treasurer."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES :
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, Delgleize , and Hardy
None
31. 19-563 Approved and authorized execution of a Professional Services Contract with Bartel
Associates, LLC in the Amount of $122,200 to perform Actuary Consulting Services
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to approve and authorize the Mayor and C ity Clerk to
execute the "Professional Service Contract Between the City of Hunt ington Beach and Bartel Associates ,
LLC for Actuary Consulting Services ."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey , Delgleize , and Hardy
None
32. 19-570 Approved and authorized execution of a three year Professional Service Contract
with Davis Farr LLP in the amount of $151, 120 to perform Financial Audit Services
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to approve and authorize the Mayor and Ci t y Clerk to
e xecute the "Professional Service Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and Davis Far r LLP for
Financial Audit Services."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
Brenden , Carr, Semeta , Peterson, Posey, Delglei z e , and Hardy
None
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33. 19-572 Approved and authorized execution of a Non-Exclusive License Agreement
between the City of Huntington Beach and Continuing Development Incorporated
(COi) at 17241 Oak Lane for child development programs
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the "Non-Ex clusive License Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and Continuing
Development Incorporated."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Brenden , Carr, Semeta , Peterson , Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
None
34 . 19-575 Approved and authorized execution of Second Amendment to Site License
Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and T -Mobile West Tower, LLC at
Murdy Park
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to approve "Second Amendment to Site License
Agreement" between th e City of Huntington Beach and T-Mobile West Tower, LLC ; and, authorize the
City Manager, and City Clerk to execute the Second Amendment to Site License Agreement and other
related documents.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Brenden , Carr, Semeta , Peterson , Posey, Delglei z e , and Hardy
None
35. 19-576 Approved and authorized execution of a five -year License Agreement with Southern
California Edison (SCE) for Gisler Park
A motion was made by Brenden, second Posey to approve the "License Agreement" with Southern
California Edison for the use of 10.5 acres of property known as Gisler Park (Contract No.9.2247), and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to e xecute any and all documents necessary to conclude this
transaction.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Brenden, Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
None
36. 19-590 Adopted Ordinance No. 4180 repealing Ordinance No. 4130 and adding Chapter 3.50
to the Huntington Beach Municipal Code relating to State Video Franchises.
Approved for introduction May 6, 2019 -Vote: 7-0
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A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey to adopt Ordinance No.4180 , "An Ordinance of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Repealing Ordinance No. 4130 and Adding Chapter 3 .50 to the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to State Video Franchises."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Brenden, Carr, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
None
PUBLIC HEARING
37. 19-492 Adopted Resolution No 2019-31 to set municipal utility rates for water meters;
Adopted Resolution No 2019-32 to set municipal utility rates for water commodity
charges; and, Adopted Resolution 2019-30 to set municipal utility rates for sewer
service charges
Interim City Manager Farris Harrell introduced Interim Assistant City Manager Travis Hopkins who
introduced Public Works Department staff members including Chris Davis, Admin Analyst Senior, who
presented a PowerPoint communication entitled City of Huntington Beach -May 20, 2019 -Water and
Sewer Rate Adjustment with slides entitled Modernizing the Water Rate Adjustment Methodology; Water
Rates Background; Proposed Monthly Water Meter Rate; Residential Water Meter Charges; Capital
Charge; Sewer Rates (2); Monthly Impacts of Proposed Adjustments On Fixed Charges for a Single
Family Residence; Comparison of Regional Agencies' Water Rates ;Proposition 218 Pro ce dures;
Recommended Actions; and Questions.
Mayor Peterson opened the Public Hearing for this item .
City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced Supplemental Communication re ce ived for this item after
distribution of the Agenda Packet:
Item 37. (19-492) 2 items:
1) a PowerPoint communication received from Travis Hopkins, Interim Assistant City Manager, entitled
Water and Sewer Rate Adjustment.
2) 376 written protests received regarding Resolution Nos. 2019-30, 2019-31 , and 2019-32 to set
municipal utility rates for water meters, water commodity charges , and sewer service cha rges.
Connie Ngo was called to speak and voiced her opposition to Public Hearing Item No . 37 (19-492)
setting municipal utility rates for water meters, water commodity charges and sewer service charges.
(03 :09 :37)
Eva Weisz was called to speak and voiced her opposition to Public Hearing Item No . 37 (19-492) setting
municipal utility rates for water meters, water commodity charges and sewer service charges. (03: 13:0 1)
David Martin, a resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and voiced his opposition to Public
Hearing Item No . 37 (19-492) setting municipal utility rates for water meters, wate r commodity charges
and sewer service charges. (03: 13:50)
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Mike Hewitt, a 24-year resident of Huntington Beach , was called to speak and voiced his support for
decreased sewer service charges, and opposition to increased municipal utility rates for water meters,
and water commodity charges regarding Public Hearing Item No. 37 (19-492). (03:15:54)
City Clerk Estanislau clarified that the total number of valid written protests received is approximately
691 .
There being no one else present to speak, Mayor Peterson closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Delgleize and Manager Hopkins discussed details related to meter size, maintenance
fee for the water system , the "water fee" listed on property ta x bills, and confirmed that notices are sent
to all residents as well as property owners .
Councilmember Posey and Manager Hopkins discussed the most compelling reasons for rate increases
is to maintain fiscal sustainability; maintain a good credit rating which allows for borrowing, if necessary,
at lower interest rates; the reserve policy sets aside funds to replace a water well which protects the
cheapest source of water for the City ; and maintaining adequate reserve funds allows for quick
infrastructure replacement such as in the case of an earthquake . Councilmember Posey stated his
support for this item .
Councilmember Hardy and Manager Hopkins discussed details relating to the drop in rate for multi-family
units and increase for single-family units .
City Attorney Michael Gates explained that State law controls the water rate methodology and formula ,
and an independent legal expert worked with the Public Works staff in determining these changes .
Mayor Pro Tern Semeta pointed out that Huntington Beach rates are still low compared to neighboring
cities .
A motion was made by Hardy, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution 2019-31, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adjusting Water Meter Rates, including a Capita l Surcharge
Pursuant to Section 14.12.040 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code" and, adopt Resolution 2019-32 ,
"A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Readopting the City 's Water
Commodity Rates ;" and, adopt Resolution 2019-30, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Adjusting Sewer Service User Charges Pursuant to Section 14.54.020 of the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code."
**FIVE AFFIRMATIVE VOTES ARE REQUIRED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTIONS**
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
Peterson
38. 19-613 Approved creation a new Chief Assistant City Attorney position; Adopted
Resolution No. 2019-36 amending Non-Associated Salary Schedule for City
Attorney and Chief Assistant City Attorney; Adopted Resolution No. 2019-35
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increasing the salary of the City Attorney; and, delegated authority to execute
employment agreements for Chief Assistant City Attorney
City Attorney Michael Gates presented a PowerPoint communication entitled City Attorney Proposal with
slides entitled City Attorney Proposal; RECAP-New Approach/Philosophy; RECAP-Reorganization To
Date; RECAP -Increased Productivity; RECAP -Increased Effectiveness (2); Senior Trial Co unsel; Part
1 of Proposal; Org Chart & Reclassification; Part 2 of Proposal; Proposed Salary & Comparison -Ch ief
Assistant City Attorney; Part 3 of Proposal; Proposed Salary & Comparison -City Attorney; Budget
Imp act of Proposals (2); City Attorney Proposal; and City Attorney Proposal -Questions.
Councilmember Posey and City Attorney Gates discussed details related to dollars saved over-time,
return of a City vehicle, income generated and received through the City Prosecutor program which is
added to the General Fund , and the expected results if these proposals are approved . Councilmember
Posey stated that if these proposals are approved , he would expect that there would be quarterly budget
reports from the City Attorney's office .
Mayor Pro Tern Semeta stated her support for the three proposals , and remi nded everyone that an
elected official can only receive a salary increase through seeking C ity Council's approval.
Councilmember Delgleize and City Attorney Gates discussed the proposed position and salary changes
and the methodology used in preparing the 2019/2020 budget.
Council member Hardy expressed her appreciation for the presentation and good work coming out of the
City Attorney's Office, and stated her concern in supporting salary increases for top-level positions when
hundreds of other staff have not received the same benefit.
Councilmember Carr expressed her opinion that the City Attorney's Office would be management heavy
if this item is approved , and supports increasing compensation for the two employees, rather than
creating another position title, as the best way to proceed . Also, she cannot support a compensation
increase for an elected official.
Mayor Peterson expressed that the money saved every time the City Attorney's Office is successful in
reducing or eliminating high-dollar lawsuits, and the department changes to reduce and maintain the
budget , justifies his support for this item .
Councilmember Delgleize stated her support for Councilmember Carr's comments.
Councilmember Brenden reviewed some of the specific budget reductions which he applauded, but
stated that in his opinion, it is counter-productive to then turn around and place most of those savings
into salaries. City Attorney Gates explained that this budget honors the request for a one percent (1%)
reduction. Councilmember Brenden and Human Resources Director Michelle Warren discussed that the
cities selected for showing compensation comparables had to have a City Attorney with matching
classifications, and every city that met the criteria is shown.
A motion was made by Hardy , second Delgleize to approve the creation of a new Chief Assistant City
Attorney position in the City Attorney's Office , with the compensation level to remain status quo.
A substitute motion was made by Peterson , second Semeta to create a new Chief Assistant City
Attorney position in the City Attorney's Office; and, adopt Resolution No . 2019-36 , "A Resolution of the
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City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Modifying Salary and Benefits for Non-Represented
Employees by Changing the Compensation of the Chief Assistant City Attorney Classification" amending
Non-Associated Resolution 2016-50 Salary Schedule for City Attorney and Chief Assistant City Attorney;
and , adopt Resolution No. 2019-35, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Modifying Salary of the Elected City Attorney ;" and , delegate authority to the City Manager/Interim City
Manager and City Attorney to execute employment agreements for the Chief Assistant City Attorneys .
The motion failed by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Semeta, Peterson, and Po sey
Brenden , Carr, Delgleize, and Hardy
The motion made by Hardy, second Delgleize to create a new Chief Assistant City Attorney position in
the City Attorney's Office , carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES :
Brenden, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
Carr
A motion was made by Carr, second Peterson to adopt Resolution No. 2019-36, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Modifying Salary and Benefits for Non-Represented Employees
by Changing the Compensation of the Chief Assistant City Attorney Classification" amending Non-
Associated Resolution 2016-50 Salary Schedule for Chief Assistant City Attorney.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
Brenden, Carr, Semeta, Peterson, and Posey
Delgleize, and Hardy
A motion was made by Peterson, second Semeta to adopt Resolution No . 20 19-35, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Modifying Salary of the Elected City Attorney."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES :
Brenden , Semeta, Peterson, Posey and Hardy
Carr, and Delgleize
A motion was made by Peterson , second Posey to delegate authority to the City Manager/Interim City
Manager and City Attorney to execute employment agreements for the Chief Assistant City Attorneys.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES :
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, Delgleize, and Hardy
None
Due to an outstanding commitment, Mayor Peterson asked that Mayor Pro Tern Semeta le ad the
remainder of the meeting in his absence.
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39. 19-580 Adopted Resolution No. 2019-33 to modify the compensation of the Elected City
Treasurer to more appropriately align it with the responsibilities and duties of the
position and bring it into alignment with comparable positions within the City
A PowerPoint communication presented by Alisa Backstrom, City Treasurer, entitled Office of the City
Huntington Treasurer -City of Huntington Beach with slides entitled: City Treasurer -Alisa Backstrom;
City Treasurer -Selected Activities (2); Summary Investments; City Treasurer -Selected
Accomplishments (2); City Treasurer -Salary Schedule; and Concluding Remarks.
Councilmember Delgleize and City Treasurer Backstrom discussed that the position hours are
compensated at 20 hours per week.
Councilmember Carr and City Treasurer Backstrom discussed the position history related to transitioning
to a part-time position when some responsibilities were moved to the Finance Department and only
overseeing investments became the responsibility of the City Treasurer.
Council member Brenden and City Treasurer Backstrom discussed that 20 hours per week was
determ ined to be an average, and Treasurer Backstrom stated that she typically works over that amount
of hours each week.
Councilmember Hardy explained that to the best of her knowledge the salary, number of hours, and
salary cap for this position were set by Council after the former City Treasurer was elected to the County
Treasurer position. The need for a new position appointment provided the opportunity to meet the
realities of the 2008 recession.
Mayor Pro Tern Semeta stated her position that an elected official does not have the opportunity to
receive step in creases as other staff do, therefore she supports this item .
A motion was made by Hardy , second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No . 2019-33, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Modifying the Salary and Benefits for Non-Represented
Employees Including the City Treasurer."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES :
ABSENT:
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Posey, Delg leize , and Hardy
None
Peterson (left meeting at 9 PM)
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
40. 19-594 Created a new Assistant Chief Financial Officer position by approving for
introduction Ordinance No. 4181; adopted Resolution No. 2019-37 amending the
Non-Associated Salary Resolution to add the classification of Assistant Chief
Financial Officer and establish compensation; and delegated authority to execute
the employment agreement for the Assistant Chief Financial Officer
Interim City Manager Farrell Harrison provided a detailed background for this item and introduced Chief
Financial Officer Gilbert Garcia who presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Finan ce
Department with slides entitled Finance Department Proposal, Net Neutral Budget Impact, City of
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Huntington Beach Proposed Budget -FY 2019120 and Finance Department Proposed Organization
Chart, Benefits, and Other Cities with Assistant Chief Financial Officer or Deputy Finance Director.
Councilmember Posey confirmed with CFO Garcia that the proposed budget does not include the
proposed Assistant Chief Financial Officer position , however the budget cuts have been identified should
the Council approve the new position. There was further discussion on details related to Other Contract
Services and Interdepartmental Charges budget line items.
Councilmember Carr expressed concern that a staff position is being requested before the citywide
Succession Plan has been considered, and that the requested position has not been budgeted for.
Councilmember Delgleize and CFO Garcia discussed the proposed staff changes and line items that will
be adjusted to keep the budget net neutral.
Councilmember Brenden and CFO Garcia reviewed the proposed staff changes in more detail.
Mayor Pro Tern Semeta expressed her support for looking at the succession plans department by
department, agreed with the Interim City Manager Farrell Harrison that the Finance Department is the
backbone of all City departments, and stated her support for this item.
A motion was made by Posey , second Delgleize to after the City Clerk reads by title , approve for
introduction Ordinance No. 4181, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code by Amending Section 2.76.010 Thereof Related to Exclusions From
the Competitive Service" by adding the Assistant Chief Financial Officer; and, adopt Resolution No.
2019-37, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Modifying Salary and Benefits
for Non-Represented Emp loyees By Adding the Assistant Chief Financial Officer Classification and
Establi shing the Compensation;" and , delegate Authority to the C ity Manager/Interim City Manager and
City Attorney to Execute Employment Agreements for the Assistant Chief Financial Officer.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
ABSENT:
Brenden, Semeta , Posey, and Delgleize
Carr, and Hardy
Peterson
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
41 . 19-595 Approved as amended item submitted by Councilmembers Brenden and Posey -
Staff Report on Current Status of Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA)
Process
Council members Brenden and Posey made a joint presentation to describe history and details on the
Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) process . Their objective is to ensure that Council is fully
aware of the process and takes action with full knowledge for Cycle Six which will become effective in
October 2021. Councilmembers Brenden and Posey would like to see staff involved in the process,
monitoring the process and providing monthly updates . Councilmember Posey explained that meetings
are the first Monday of every month at 900 Wilshire Blvd., 17th Floor, Los Angeles, and are open to the
public. The meeting agendas are public and available at scag.ca.gov.
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Mayor Pro Tern Semeta, as the current SCAG Representative, stated she has involved staff who do
observe the RHNA Subcommittee meetings via webcast, and she supports the effort to keep all parties
aware and informed. She described the methodology used in the last cycle (assessment) as flawed,
citing discrepancies in numbers between Huntington Beach and similarly situated cities. She stated her
goal is to see the RHNA numbers more fairly and equitably proportioned.
Councilmember Hardy provided a brief history of what happened in 2013 when the current RHNA cycle
started, and explained that when changes were made to the Beach Edinger project is when problems
developed . Councilmember Hardy asked that staff and Council look at creative solutions or additional
options that may be available for inclusion in the new cycle .
Councilmember Posey stated that the intentions for a Study Session are to ensure that Council is better
educated, can be one step ahead and properly prepared.
Councilmember Carr stated her support for being proactive and aggressive on this issue to ensure
equitable RHNA numbers in line with other area cities .
Councilmember Brenden expressed that the proposed Study Session is expected to result in action
items for staff and will identify appropriate ways of communicating with the RHNA Subcommittee.
Councilmember Posey stated that the Agendas are available on-line, as well as the timeline which shows
the protest period, provides an email for comments, and that there is public comment time during
meetings.
Mayor Pro Tern Semeta clarified that Council needs to approve any public comments or responses that
are presented to the RHNA Subcommittee.
Community Development Director Ursula Luna-Reynosa stated that the final proposed RHNA
methodology will be released in early July with public hearings scheduled for AugusUSeptember, and a
Study Session before the public hearings would be very beneficial.
A motion was made by Brenden , second Posey as amended to direct the City Manager/Interim City
Manager to conduct, within 60 days, a Study Session on the RHNA 6th Cycle Planning process as it
relates to Huntington Beach and to provide monthly updates throughout the remainder of the Planning
Process.
Study Session needs to include:
1) Current status report of RHNA Subcommittee work.
2) General overview of the new 6th Cycle RHNA methodology.
3) Review of all pending legislation that could change the RHNA requirement from a simple zoning
compliance question to an actual housing production requirement.
4) An assessment of potential options to expand City engagement in the RHNA Planning Process.
5) A discussion of the impact of the City's falling short of its 5th Cycle RHNA (SB35 exposure, SB2
funds, park grants, decertified Housing Element).
6) Identifying RHNA unit eligibility credits.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
ABSENT:
Brenden , Carr, Semeta, Posey, Delgeize, and Hardy
None
Peterson
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COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Hardy congratulated the children recognized by the Children's Needs Task Force Youth
Character Awards , and reported attending the National Comic Society (NCS) Fest.
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending the 11th Annual Orange County Visitor Association (OCVA)
Tourism Conference, making a Business Visit to Restaurant Depot, and thanked everyone who
participated in the Specia l Meeting regarding ASCON issues.
Councilmember Brenden reported participating in the JMG Golf Tournament which benefits the Boys and
Girls Club of Huntington Beach, taking a tour of the homeless center at Lighthouse Church in Costa
Mesa, attending the Sneak Peek OC Fair 2019, the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce Annua l
Gala , the Children's Needs Task Force "Youth Character Awards -Bella Terra Wall of Fame ," the
Nationa l Comic Society (NCS) Fest, and the Mercy House Annual Gala .
Counci lmember Carr reported touring the Restaurant Depot, attending the NCS Fest Public Opening
Reception , Speaking at the Chamber of Commerce AM Connect Breakfast , attending the Huntington
Beach Chamber of Commerce Annual Ga la, the Mercy House Annual Gala , the Special Meeting
regarding AS CON issues , and reminded everyone of the June 1st Al Ds Walk at the Pier.
Councilmember Posey reported attending the Celebration in Honor of retired City Manager Fred Wilson,
and touring the Huntington Beach AES power plant which is switching from ocean water to air cooling.
Mayor Pro Tern Semeta reported attending a State Lands Commission meeting, the Senior Scam
Stoppers Town Hall sponsored by Supervisor Steele , attending a Special O lympics Fun Raiser, and
congratulated the City Attorney's Office, Antonia Graham, and Fred Wilson on their Association of
California Cities -Orange County (ACC-OC) Golden Hub awards .
ADJOURNMENT at 9 :55 PM to the next regu larly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City
Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, June 3 , 2019, at 4 :00 PM in the Civic Center Council
Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach , California .
INTERNET ACCESS TO CITY COUNC IUPUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AGENDA AND
STAFF REPORT MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AT
http://www. hu nti ngtonbeachca. gov
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