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City Council/Public Financing Authority
and
Special Meeting of the Housing Authority,
Parking Authority, and Successor Agency
· City of Huntington ·seach
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
4:00 PM -Council Chambers
6:00 PM -Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach , California 92648
A video recording of the 6:00 PM portion 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
Due to late cancellation of Study Session Item No. 1 -Crime Rate Presentation , the meeting was
adjourned to 5 :00 PM .
CALLED TO ORDER -5:02 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: O'Connell , Semeta , Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
Absent: None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
-None
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION I CLOSED SESSION ITEMS -None
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION -5:03 PM
A motion was made by O'Connell , second Semeta to recess to Closed Session for Items 2 - 5 . With no
objections , the motion carried.
Mayor Posey Announced: Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6 , the City Council takes this
opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated labor negotiator, City Manager Fred Wilson , who
will be participating in today's Closed Session discussions regarding labor negotiations with: Huntington
Beach Police Officers' Association (POA), Police Management Associat ion (PMA), Municipal Employees '
Association (MEA) and Management Employees' Organization (MEO).
CLOSED SESSION
2. Pursuant to Government Code§ 54957.6, the City Council recessed into Closed Session to
meet with its designated labor negotiators and Fred Wilson, City Manager regarding the
following: Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (POA), Police Management
Association (PMA), Municipal Employees' Association (MEA) and Management
Employees' Organization (MEO).
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3. 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: Greg Lopez v.
City of Huntington Beach, Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Case Nos.
ADJ10638499; ADJ10406576, Claim Nos. COHB-15-0328; COHB-16-0072.
4. 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: Keanu Hatcher, a
minor by and through guardian ad I item, Valerie Hatcher v. City of Huntington Beach, et
al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2017-00933396.
5. 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: Eugene Decock,
Sandra Decock v. City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. Case
No. 30-2017-00956312.
6:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED THE CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING AND CALLED TO
ORDER THE SPECIAL MEETINGS OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH HOUSING AUTHORITY,
PARKING AUTHORITY, AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE FORMER REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH -6:04 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Mayor Pro Tern Peterson
INVOCATION -Deacon Joe Sullivan of St Bonaventure Catholic Church and member of the Greater
Huntington Beach Interfaith Council.
In permitting a nonsectarian invocation , the City does not intend to proselytize or
advance any faith or belief. Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular
religious belief or form of invocation.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY -None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Posey called on Victoria Alberty to present the Adoptable Pet of the Month. Victoria
introduced Karen of Top Dog Barkery who provided details on Riley, a 4-year old mix who was
abandoned with a broken leg, which had to be amputated . Riley gets along with cats, bunnies, horses,
and loves everyone. Top Dog Barkery and Waggin' Trails Rescue Foundation can always use donations
and volunteers, and more information is available at www.waggintrails.org or www.topdogbarkery.net.
Mayor Posey presented a commendation to local resident and photographer Terry Cirac for
donating countless hours of time and talent to city events. Mayor Posey thanked Janeen Johnson
for suggesting that Terry be acknowledged. Dan Page with Aerospace Education Foundation of
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Huntington Beach, as well as Councilmember Delgleize , also thanked Terry for using his talents to
benefit Huntington Beach. ·
Mayor Posey called on Human Resources Director Michele Warren to present the Mayor's Award
to Principal Personnel Analyst Joann Diaz. Director Warren introduced Analyst Joann Diaz who has
been with the City for about nine years. Prior to Joann's City employment, she spent approximately 30
years with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). She creates job descriptions for new
positions, and is responsible for labor relations , classification and compensation , investigations,
disciplinary support and oversight of the City's random drug testing program. In addition to holding a
Bachelor's and Master's Degree, Joann is a Senior Certified Professional with the International Public
Management Association for Human Relations. She is a charitable and generous person who recently
joined Dream Catchers, an auxiliary of the Huntington Beach Assistance League. A long-time
Huntington Beach resident, Ms. Diaz loves working for the City.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
For Agenda Item No. 1, Council Committee -Appointments -Liaison Reports, AB 1234 Reporting , and
Openness in Negotiations Disclosures, an Interoffice Memo Communication regarding the submission of
additional Board and Committees: Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District (BID)
Board; Coastal Area Orders Committee (Ad Hoc); and Homeless Task Force (Ad Hoc), received from
Mayor Posey.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) -18 Speakers
The number [hh:mm :s s] following the speakers ' comments indicates their approx imate s tarling time in
the archived video located at http://www. surfcity-hb. orglgovernmentlagendas.
Rocky McKinnon , local Pro surfer, instructor, board shaper and participant in Guinness World Records
for Big Board Ride and Circle of Honor, was called to speak and announced a new Bold As Love
Outrigger Surf Canoe Program. This program will be a free event two times a month, held during the
week. Further details are available on social media (lnstagram , Twitter and Face book). He thanked
Brett Barnes and Dukes for being a sponsor, and invited people to join the fun . (00 : 18: 10)
Richardson Gray, a Huntington Beach homeowner for 15 years, was called to speak and stated his
opposition to Councilmember Item No. 15 regarding alcohol sales in open space, unless approval is
restricted to only Central Park. (00:20:50)
Nora McGinnis, a resident of the Seabridge neighborhood at Adams and Beach, was called to speak and
stated her concerns about the increased aggressive coyote activity in their community , and asked for
direction on how to control the situation before it gets worse. Mayor Posey asked her to complete a blue
card for staff follow-up. (00:23~ 13) · ·
Kelly McGinnis, a resident of the Seabridge neighborhood at Adams and Beach , was called to speak and
stated his concerns about the increased aggressive coyote activity in the past three months in their
community, and asked for direction on how to control the situation before it gets worse. (00:25: 11)
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Terry Rose, a resident of the Seabridge neighborhood at Adams and Beach, was called to speak and
stated his concerns about the increased aggressive coyote activity in the community since the recent
park fire, and asked for direction on how to control the situation before it gets worse . (00:26 :09) ·
Patia Madia, a resident of the Seabridge neighborhood at Adams and Beach, was called to speak and
stated her concerns about t he aggressive coyote activity in their community, and asked for direction on
how to control the s ituation befo re it gets worse. (00:27:31)
Stephanie Vail, Huntington Beach resident with two preschoolers, was called to speak and stated her
concerns about the condition of playgrounds in local parks with o ld, dirty, outdated or missing equipment,
excessive litter and trash , including drug paraphernalia , in the bushes, sand, on sidewalks and benches .
She shared pictures taken at a number of parks to document her concerns . Mayor Posey asked Ms . Vai l
to complete a blue card for staff fo ll ow-up. (00 :28: 18)
Bob and Connie Betz were called to speak and stated their support for Councilmember Item No . 14.
regarding an Air Traffic Noise Working Group to address concerns related to increased airplane noise
from Long Beach A irport. (00:32 :01)
James 0 . Baker was ca ll ed to speak and stated his support for Counci lmember Item No . 14 regard ing an
Air Traffic Noise Working Group to address concerns re l ated to increased airplane noise from Long
Beach Airport . (00:33 :29)
Mike Wirthlin , a 44 year resident of Huntington Beach , was ca ll ed to speak and stated his support for
Councilmember Item No. 14 regarding an A ir Traffic Noise Working Group to address concerns related to
increased airplane noise from Long Beach Airport. (00 :36:42)
Mario Tabernig , a retired A ir Force pi lot, was called to speak and stated his support for Councilmember
Item No. 14 regard ing an A ir Traffic Noise Working Group to address concerns re lated to increased
airplane noise from Long Beach Airport, and stated his interest in being part of the Working Group.
(00 :39 :00)
Bryon Adamo, Huntington Beach resident, was called to speak and stated his support for
Councilmember Item No . 14 regarding an Air Traffic Noise Working Group to address concerns related to
increased airplane noise from Long Beach Airport, and stated his interest in being part of the Working
Group. (00 :41 :00)
Chris Christie , a 40+ year resident of Huntington Beach, was ca ll ed to speak and stated his support for
Councilmember Item No. 14 regarding an A ir Traffic Noise Working Group to address concerns re lated to
increased airplane noise from Long Beach Airport .
Mayor Posey suggested that anyone interested in being a part of the Working Group complete a blue
card and hand it to the Sergeant of Arms . (00 :42: 19)
Lloyd Sargent, a 17-year resident of Huntington· Beach , was called to speak and stated his support'for
Councilmember Item No . 14 regarding an A ir Traffic Noise Working Group to address concerns re lated to
increased airp lane noise. He recommended using the phone app, Plane Finder, which provides real time
details such as elevation and fl ight number to accurately document the i ncidents . (00:43:20)
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Dr. Rene Polk Johnson, Citizens Against Airport Noise and Pollution (CAANP), was called to speak and
stated her support for Councilmember Item No. 14 regarding an Air Traffic No ise Working Group to
add ress concerns related to increased. airplane noise from Long. Beach Airport. She provided statistics
related to some health effects of airport noise and pollution. Mayor Posey invi ted Dr. Johnson to
complete a blue card for follow-up. (00:46:32)
Richard Plummer, a resident of Downtown Huntington Beach , was called to speak and sta t ed his support
for Councilmember Item No. 14 regarding an Air Traffic Noise Working Group to add ress co ncerns
related to increased airplane noise from Long Beach Airport. Regardi ng Councilmember Item No . 15 ,
related to alcohol sales in open space parks, he required more details and specifics, especia ll y s ince
Downtown already has the highest concentration of alcohol serving establishment s in the who le st ate.
Mayor Posey clarified that the Agenda Items are abbreviated descri pt ions of the topic and there are
additional descriptions and details in the supporting documents. (00:49:55)
John Christiana , a resident of Laguna Beach, was called to speak and stated that Huntington Beach is
not on the list of "50 Safest Cities in California for 2017," nor is Huntington Beach on the list of "128
Safest Places to Live in Cal iforn ia ." He also discussed his perception of conspi racy w ith i n t he Pol ice
Department, and his concerns related to the medical care his fathe r rece ived w h ile hospit alized in
Huntington Beach. (00:53 :48)
Shawn Thompson , a resident of Huntington Beach for 20 years, was called t o speak and e x pressed her
dismay that the old tree in front of her residence was, in her opinion , unnecessaril y removed . S h e also
asked that the City work with an urban forester to create a city-wide long-term tree plan , sim il ar t o w hat
Irvine has done. (00:57:04)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Hardy reported meeting with the Huntington Beach Police Management Association
(HBPMA).
Councilmember Brenden reported attending a Public Cable Televis ion A uthority (PCTA) Board meeti ng
where Councilmember Semeta was elected as Vice Chair, an Oak View Tas k Force meeting , meeting
with two representatives of the HBPMA, attending a Downtown BID meeting, t he Huntington Beach
Chamber of Commerce AM Connect event where he provided a City Updat e , and meeting wi t h
representatives of the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA).
Councilmember Semeta reported meeting with members of the HBPMA, a PCTA Board meeting where
she was elected Vice Chair, and an Orange County Tax payers Association p resentation on The Cost of
Public Safety in Orange County.
Councilmember O'Connell reported meeting with members of the HBPMA, the HBPOA, and attending a ·
Kiwanis meeting in memory of Bob Gibbons. He asked that this City Council meet ing be adjourned in
memory of Mr. Gibbons to acknowledge his service to the community.
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Councilmember Delgleize reported attending an Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) Board
meeting , an Orange County Taxpayers Association presentation on The Cost of Public Safety in Orange
County, and a meeting with HBPMA members.
Mayor Posey reported meeting with HBPMA, HBPOA and Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association
(HBFA) members, attending the Orange County Taxpayers Association presentation on The Cost of
Public Safety in Orange County, and the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce AM Connect event.
1. Approved City Council Boards and Commissions' Liaison Appointments
(City Council, Public Finance Authority, Housing Authority, Parking Authority and
Successor Agency Recommended Action)
A motion was made by Peterson, second Semeta to approve the Boards and Commissions
Appointments List as amended by Supplemental Communication to add Huntington Beach
Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) Board, Coastal Area Odors Commission (Ad
Hoc), and Homeless Task Force (Ad Hoc). (The City Clerk certifies that FPPC Form 806 "Agency
Report of Public Official Appointments" which is used to report additional compensation that officials
receive when appointing themselves to positions on committees, boards or commissions of a public
agency , special district and joint powers agency or authority was posted to the City's website according
to law prior to this vote.)
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
O'Connell , Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
None
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Wilson provided an update of Public Works projects, including construction of parking lots
at the corner of Orange and 1st Downtown and Huntington Central Park, and the rehabilitation of Heil
Avenue.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
2. An update was provided on John Briscoe v. City of Huntington Beach -City has filed an
appeal with the California Court of Appeal, Fourth District, Division 3, Court File No.
G055788. This appeal is responding to the November 2017 Superior Court decision
regarding disclosure of personnel materials from an employee's records in response to a
public records request.
3. An update was provided on City of Huntington Beach v . Pharmaceutical Companies -In
response to a 7-0 vote of Council, filing an action against the drug manufacturers of
various forms of prescription opioicjs, which are consumed. on a mass scale in Huntington
Beach, to recover the City's costs for increased calls to provide emergency services for
drug overdoses and other opioid related health and safety concerns. Another report will
be provided when the filing has been completed.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tern Peterson pulled Item No , 6 for f urther discussion.
4. Approved and adopted minutes
A motion was made by Hardy , second Delgle ize to approve and adopt the City Council/Pub lic Financing
Authority regular meeting minutes and special meeting of the Successor Agency dated December 18,
2017, as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
5.
O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and B renden
None
Presented the Annual Review of the City Code of Ethics
A motion was made by Hardy , second Delgleize to direct the City Clerk to record in the official minutes
that the Code of Ethics was presented to the City Council , the City Manager, Chairpersons , and City
Department Directors for their review and distribution as requ ired by Reso lution No . 20 16-73.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
6.
O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson , Posey , Delgle ize, Hardy, and Brenden
None
Received and Filed the Notification of the City Council Strategic Planning Session to be
held on February 13, 2018
Mayor Pro Tern Peterson pull ed this item to state that in his opinion this impo rtant and necess ary
process does not allow for adequate public input and transparency. He would like to see any project or
goal that requires extensive staff time and/or funds be brought back to Cou ncil for direction , approval and
public input before staff makes a presentation to Council with their recomme ndatio ns.
Councilmember Semeta voiced her support for strategic planning; however , in her op inion the process
should include an opportunity for all Councilmembers to weigh in on any item before it becomes a goal or
part of the strategic plan .
A motion was made by Peterson , second O 'Connell to re ceive and file the Notification of the City
Coun ci l's Strategic Planning Session scheduled for February 13 , 2018 .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES :
7.
O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson , Pose y, Delgleize , Hardy, and Brenden
None
Adopted Resolution No . 2018-07 amending the City's Classification Plan by adding the
Classification of Business License Supervisor
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A motion was made by Hardy , second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No . 2018-07, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the City's Classification Plan by Adding the
Classification of Business License Supervisor."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
8.
O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson , Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
None
Adopted Successor Agency Resolutions Nos. 2018-01 and 2018-02 approving the
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) and Administrative Budget for the
Huntington Beach Successor Agency for the period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019,
in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 34177 and related actions
A motion was made by Hardy, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No . 2018-01, "A Resolution of the
Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Huntington Beach Approving the
Successor Agency Administrative Budget for the Period July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;" and, adopt
Resolution No . 2018-02, "A Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the
City of Huntington Beach Approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for the Period July 1,
20 18 -June 30, 2019 ('ROPS 18 -19')."
The motion .carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
9.
O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
None
Approved and authorized Density Bonus and Affordable Housing Agreements with MLC
Holdings, Inc., (lnclusionary/Density Bonus) for 19100 Gothard Street and 19200 Holly
Lane development
A motion was made by Hardy, second Delgleize to approve as to form the Density Bonus Agreement for
19100 Gothard Street (Tentative Tract Map No . 18106; Conditional Use Permit No. 17-010) and
authorize the Mayor/Chairperson to sign the Agreement, subject to the City Attorney/Authority Counsel
confirming that MLC Holding, Inc., has acquired clear title for the property from Gothard Street, LLC, a
California limited liability company; and, approve as to form the Density Bonus Agreement for 19200
Holly Lane (Tentative Tract Map No. 18105; Conditional Use Permit No. 17 -011), and authorize the
Mayor/Chairperson to sign the Agreement, subject to the City Attorney/Authority Counsel confirming that
MLC Holding, Inc ., has acquired c lear title for the property from 19200 Holly Street, LLC, a California
limited liab ili ty company.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES :
.· O'Connell, Semeta., Peterson , Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
None
10. Approved and authorized execution of three contracts with N. Harris Computer
Corporation for replacement of the City's Cashiering System and Software License, in the
amount of $491,020 and approve first year of maintenance and support for $38,800
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A motion was made by Hardy, second Delgleize to approve and autho rize the Mayor and City Clerk t o
execute "Software Implementation Services Agreement ," "Support and Maintenance Agreement," and
"Software License Agreement" with N. Harr.is Computer Corporation for repl acement of the City's
Cashiering System and Software License, in the amount of $49 1,020 and approve t he first year of
maintenance and s upport for $38,800.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
11.
O'Connell , Semeta, Peters on , Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
None
Adopted Ordinance No. 4143 amending Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC)
Chapter 1.13 to change the fiscal year for the City to a July 1 to June 30 period
Approved for introduction December 18, 2017 -Approved 7-0
A motion was mad e by Hardy, second Delgleize to adopt Ordinance No. 4143 , "An Ord inance of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code by Amend ing
Chapter 1.13 to Change the Fiscal Year for the City" to a July 1 to June 30 period .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
PUBLIC HEARING
O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, De lg leize, Hardy, and Brenden
None
12. Adopted Resolution No. 2018-01 amending Resolution No. 2016-59 which established a
Comprehensive City Wide Master Fee and Charges Schedule (Supplemental Fee
Resolution No. 4) enhancing the Junior Lifeguard Program
Fire Chief Segura presented a PowerPoint communication entitled City of Huntington Beach, January 16,
2018, Resolution for Junior Lifeguard Prog ram Enhancements wh ich incl ud ed the following slides:
Program Description, Overview, Program Need Iden tified, and Staff Recommendation. Marine· Safety
Chief Mi ke Baumgartner was also available to answer Council questio ns . (01: 10:42)
Councilmember Hardy and staff discussed the exis ting and proposed fees for the different options. The
new option for younger children will focus on safety and the environment w ith limited time in on ly shallow
water.
Mayor Pro Tern Peterson and Chief Baumgartner discussed the C it y's program vs. what t he State offers.
Councilmember O'Connell and staff discussed that currently the morni ng program is most popular.
Mayor Posey opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced that no one had signed up to speak.
Mayor Posey closed the Public Hearing.
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Council member Delgleize expressed her appreciation to staff for this outstanding program .
. A motion was made by O'Connell, second Peterson to adopt Resolution No .. 2018-01, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Resolution No . 2016-59 Which Established a
Comprehensive Citywide Master Fee and Charges Schedule (Supplemental Fee Resolution No. 4)."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
None
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
13. Approved for introduction Ordinance No. 4147 amending Section 7.04.010 and repealing
Section 7 .04.020 and Chapter 7.08 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC)
relating to the adoption of County Animal Control Ordinances
City Manager Wilson introduced Dr. Jennifer Hopkins, Director of OC Animal Shelter to answer
questions . Dr. Hopkins stated that it is important that contract cities ha ve regulations that are in
alignment with Orange County codified ordinances, and recent County changes relate to aggressive and
barking dogs.
A motion was made by Delgleize , second O'Connell to, after the City Clerk reads by title , approve for
introd uction Ordinance No . 4147, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Section
7.04.010 and Repealing Section 7.04.020 and Chapter 7 .08 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code
Relating to the Adoption of County Animal Control Ordinan ce s."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
O'Connell , Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, and Brenden
None
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
14. Approved Item Submitted by Councilmembers Brenden and Delgleize to Estab lish the Air
Traffic Noise Working Group to pursue objectives regarding concerns of increased
airplane noise as amended
Councilmember Brenden introduced this item by sharing actions he and Councilmember Delgleize have
taken since last summer in response to public concerns . Councilmembers Brenden and Delgleize would
like to be the Council liaisons, with up to 10 members of the public, as well as support from staff and
subject e xperts making up this working group. The highlighted key objectives of the working group would
include defining and prioritizing remedies, acquiring technical dat a that supports concerns , establish
proper d ial ogue.with appropriate parties iri an effort to work collaboratively , implement email and/or letter
campaigns if necessary, and evaluate the feasibility of legal action if all e lse fails. There should be a
community meeting to share details, and regular updates available on the City's webs ite .
Councilmember Delgleize ex pressed appreciation for the residents who are persistently speaking out.
She understands the frustration at how slow these processes take when so many different entities are
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involved, but is encouraged by the number of local resources and experts that are available and willing to
be involved .
Councilmember O'Connell stated his full support for this effort and anticipation of a successful outcome.
Councilmember Brenden asked that "expect project comp letion within six (6) months" be added to the
recommended action .
Mayor Pro Tern Peterson provided some background information related to meetings that he and Mayor
Posey have scheduled on this topic with Congressman Rohrabacher. Currently the plan is for a working
meeting within the next three weeks with FAA representatives, subject experts and a citizen
representative from each of the four or five affected neighborhoods to develop a so luti on that would be
signed off by the FAA. Mayor Pro Tern Peterson's opinion is that the proposed Air Traffic Noise Working
Group is an excellent next step if there is not a satisfactory result from the upcoming working meeting.
Counci lm ember Semeta stated her support for Mayor Pro Tern Peterson's suggestion that the working
group be implemented if necessary after the currently scheduled FAA meeting .
A substitute motion was made by Peterson, second by Semeta, to table this item for 30 days and then
determine if an Air Traffic Noise Working Group will be necessary, based on the results of the upcoming
working meeting already planned with FAA representatives .
Councilman Brenden stated his appreciation for Mayor Pro Tern Peterson's comments and is glad to
know that the FAA and Congressman Rohrabacher are engaged in the issues. Councilmembers
Brenden and Delgleize voiced their opinions that the scheduled upcoming meeting would enhance the
efforts of the anticipated working group, but they see no reason for any more delay on this item.
Counci lm ember Hardy expressed her support for the proposed working group to meet before the FAA
meeting, and suggested they would then be ready for action if necessary. Otherwise, in her opinion , it
would mean an unne cessa ry further delay.
Mayor Posey described the current situation as a resu lt of the Brown Act which guarantees the public's
right to attend and participate in the legislative process , and prohibits a gathering of a quorum to discuss
or transact business , including serial meetings among Council members. In this case, the benefit is an
opportunity to approach the issues from a couple of directions and possibly provide multiple solutions.
Mayor Pro Tern Peterson withdrew his substitute motion and agreed with Councilmember Brenden that
the proposed workin g group could select a few informed residents with detailed evidence who could be
invited to attend the scheduled FAA meeting.
A motion was made by Brenden , second Delgleize to establish the Air Traffic Noise Working Group, to
be led by two Councilmembers with support from staff and subject matter experts; to pursue the
objectives as defined in the Statement of Issue; with a first meeting to be held on or around January 28th
as schedules permit, as amended to expect completion of project within 6 months .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
15.
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O 'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
None
Approved Item Submitted by Councilmember Brenden regarding Alcohol Sales in Open
Space-Park
Councilm ember Brenden provided some background details and reviewed current codes related t o
alcohol sales . He stated that his proposal is to ask the City Manager to work with the City Attorney to
review current municipal and zoning codes and come back with recommendations for amendments that
would allow for beer and wine sales, service and consumption at eating and drinking establishments
(bona fide restaurants only, which must provide fu ll table serv ice where outdoor dining space is
enclosed) where alcohol is only available with food service. He amended this item by adding that the
recommendations be submitted to the Planning Commission for their consideration.
Councilmember O'Connell stated his support for t hi s item as he believes it will be beneficial for all
involved .
Councilmember Hardy asked that the requ irements for fencing , specifi cs for hours of operation, and how
employees are trained in serving alcoho l all be reviewed in this process . She further stated that the
permit should stay with the operator in this case, especially because the City owns the park.
Councilmember Delgleize stated her support for this item .
Councilmember Semeta asked, and City Attorney Gates confirmed, that it is poss ible to change codes
for specific locations.
Mayor Pro Tern Peterson stated that Conditional Use Permits app ly to a location, and having alcoho l on
site might create increased security issues for the location . He stated he has opposed this issue in the
past and he will not support it this time.
Counci lmember Hardy stated her appreciation and agreement with Mayor Pro Tern Peterson's concerns,
but her support for this item is to see what the recommendations and restri ctions could be when the City
owns the land .
Counci lmember Brenden understands the concerns expressed by fellow Counci lm embers, and that is
why restrictive language was used in the proposal, which he feels makes this a bit different than past
efforts. He also stated this is a unique situation with a lease agreement which the City contro ls with a
proven vendor.
Councilmember Hardy suggested that the item exclude any reference to beach area, and
Councilmember Delgleize suggested that the recommendation state it is only for Central Park.
Mayor Posey expressed his concerns about possibly opening a door for alcohol sales throughout the
Park and not be restricted to a specific location, but stated his support for the item since it is only seeking
recommendations .
A motion was made by O 'Conne ll , second Delgleize direct the City Manager to work with the City
Attorney to review the Municipal Code and Zoning Code regard ing the ability to permit beer and wine
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sales, service and consumption at restaurant establishments within the OS-PR Zone, exc luding areas
located at the beach , and to draft code modifications that reflect conditions and requ irements that apply
to alcohol use in public parks. Submit propos_~d modifications to the Plan n ing Commission for
consideration .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES :
O'Connell, Pose y, Delgleize , Hardy , and Brenden
Semeta, and Peterson
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Brenden reported making a business visit to Cambra Manufact urin g , participating in a
Kiwanis Snow Day at Sun View Elementary, meeting with consultant Justin Coo k regard i ng FAA issues ,
attending Surf City Splash, a meeting of the Orange County Sober Living Coalit i on, participating in a
League of California Cities pension webinar, and attending the Orange County Ta x pa y ers event on The
Cost of Public Safety in Orange County.
Councilmember O'Connell reported attending ~~--:?--l<jwanis Snow Da y at Sun View Elementary , and
participating in Surf City Splash .
Councilmember Hardy reported seeing first-hand how well the Huntington Beac h Police and Fire
department staffs handle a traffic accident, and that she now has a new c ar.
Mayor Pro Tern Peterson reported attending a congressional ov erview meeti ng at Boeing w here Boe i ng
confirmed they are planning to sell some of their land and buildings, but are keeping th ree programs
going at the Huntington Beach facility .
Councilmember Delgleize congratulated Councilmember O'Conne ll for actually gettin g in t he w ater a t
Surf City Splash.
Councilmember Semeta reported participating in a business visit to Zod iac, where she learned that
Zodiac a contract in response to the RFP for more secure pilot cabin doors after 9/11. She also reported
attending a recent Sister City Ass ociation meeting .
Mayor Posey reported attending a Sister City A s-sociation meeting and ex pects to be able to make an
exciting announcement in another month or two . He shared his 2018 Goals with Rotary Club, attended
Mandie Motors mi xed use project site presentation at Main Street Library, was the MC fo r Surf Ci t y
Splash, and participated in the Cambra Manufacturing and Zodiac bus iness t o urs.
ADJOURNMENT-8 :12 PM, in memory of Kiwanis member Bob G ibb ons , to t he next reg ularly
scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Fina nci ng Auth or it y on Monday,
February 5 , 2018, at 4 :00 PM in the Civic Cen'ter Council Chambers, 2000 Main St reet , Huntingto n
Beach , California.
ATTEST:
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City tierand ex-officio Clerk of the City
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