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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-08-21Minutes City Council/Public Financing Authority and Special Meeting of the Housing Authority City of Huntington Beach Monday,August21, 2017 4:00 PM -Council Chambers 6:00 PM -Council Chambers Civic Center, 2000 Main Street H untington Bea ch, California 92648 A video recording of the 4:00 PM and 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 CALLED TO ORDER -4:01 PM ROLL CALL Present: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden , and Peterson Absent: None ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution) Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Esta nis lau announced supplemental communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet: Study Session No . 1 PowerPoint communication submitted by Chief Financial Officer Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, entitled Fiscal Year 2017118 Proposed Budget, "Taking Care of Business." Email communication regarding the City Budget received from Richardson Gray. Study Session No . 2 PowerPoint communication submitted by the Community Development Department entitled General Plan Update . PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION I CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit) -1 Speaker The number [hh:mm :ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in the archived video located at hftp://www.sufrcity-hb .org/governmentlagendas. . . . . Dave Sullivan was called to speak and stated his support for Study Session Item 1, specifically Costs for Central Library Sunday Hours , and encouraged Councilmembers to set priori ties so Sunday hours become a reality as soon as possible . (00:01 :43) STUDY SESSION Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 2 of 24 1. FY 2017/18 Proposed Budget Presentation including Discussion of Costs for Central Library Sunday Hours and Wayfinding, Downtown Parking Structure Wayfinding, and· Council Chamber AV Upgrade City Manager Wilson introduced Finance Budget Manager Carol Molina-Espinoza who presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Fiscal Year 2017118 Proposed Budget, 'Taking Care of Business' with slides entitled: Overview, Taking Care of Business, FY 2017118 Propos ed Budget, FY 2017118 General Fund Highlights, FY 2017118 General Fund Overview, Public Safety, Public Safety -Police, Public Safety -Fire, Quality of Life, Economic and Financial Sustainability, Fee Modifications, Ca/PERS Discount Rate Change, Capital Improvement Program, Capital Improvement Program (All Funds), Downtown Parking Structure Wayfinding Plan, Downtown Parking Structure Wayfinding Project, Council Chamber AudioNideo Technology Upgrade, Project Overview, AudioNideo Technology Challenges, City Council Chamber AudioNideo Technology Upgrade, Library Sunday Hours Options, History of Sunday . Hours, Existing Operating Hours, Scenario #1 -Add 4 Hours on Sunday, Scenario #2 -Shifting Hours, Scenario #3 -R educe Hours (5 Hour Overall Reduction), Options for Council Consideration, Library Directional Signage and Wayfinding Project, Overview, Central Library, Directional Signage Phases, Central Library, Children's Program, FY 2017118 Proposed Budget Calendar, and FY 2017118 Proposed Budget. Councilmember Hardy and Chief Information Officer (CIO) Behzad Zamanian discussed which parts of the projects are just cosmetic vs . what is required to stay up-to-date technologically . CIO Zamanian clarified that the dollar amounts shown represent the highest possible cost and that vendors have not yet been selected . Councilmember Semeta enquired regarding Public Cable Television Authority (PCTA) reimbursement for a portion of this proj ect. CIO Zamanian described the Council Chamber audio system as very old which creates both operational and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance issues, and stated PCTA may cover up to $30,000 in costs. Council member Peterson questioned pricing on portions of the project which seem very high to him . He requested more options be presented on the project, and suggested that "wants" vs . "needs" should be clarified . City Manager Wilson stated that staff would review the Councilmember comments and come back with options which the Council could pick and choose from in order to save some money while complying with ADA regulations . Mayor Delgleize suggested that the PCTA Liaison inquire about reimbursement possibilities. She also voiced her support for the project. Director of Library Services , Stephanie Beverage, presented the Library's portion of the Budget PowerPoint communication regarding Sunday hours and offered three possible scenarios for Council to consider. . . . Mayor Delgleize and Director Beverage discussed the Library is usually always busy regardless if it is 9 a.m . or 9 p .m . Director Beverage stated it is a real challenge to provide adequate services with reduced resources . Mayor Pro Tern Posey expressed his opinion on the importance of libraries even in the internet age, and discussed with Director Beverage the status of Mariner's Church and the financial effect of them vacating Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Spec ial Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 3 of 24 use of the facility. Director Beverage further stated that it would take a bit of time to ramp up to offering Sunday hours, and negotiations are in process with another church for using the Central Library on Sundays. Councilmember Hardy stated she does not support reduc ing library hours any other day of the week to provide for Sunday hours. Councilmember Semeta asked if staggered operating hours could be considered and Director Beverage stated that this could potentially be a disservice for various reasons . Councilmember Peterson and Director Beverage discussed that currently all library branches are working with reduced resources , so it would not be feasible to consider shifting resources from one to another in order to add Sunday hours at Central Library with no other changes . Councilmember O'Connell and Director Beverage discussed the Mariner's contract which is expected to terminate at the end of September. Councilmember O'Connell expressed his willingness to hold off on spending for Council Chamber upgrades and using the funds for offering Sunday hours at Central Library, stating his preference for Option 1 or 2. City Manager Wilson explained that there is another funding source for one-time Council Chamber upgrades in the Equipment Replacement Budget wh ich currently has about $100,000 set aside for unforeseen equipment breakdowns . Councilmember Brenden concurred with other Councilmember opinions to support Sunday hours , and recognized that the Council Chamber project is a one-time expense whereas expanding Central Library hours is an ongoing expense . He and Director Beverage discussed possible income from Sunday theater performances . Director Beverage stated there are currently two performing organizations that are in discussions with the City. City Manager Wilson stated that t he Council will have options to act upon at the Budget workshop . Director Beverage presented PowerPoint slides on Central Library Wayfinding options, and stated that these options are built on top of the other technology changes that have been implemented to provide an efficient and fast customer experience . Councilmember O'Connell and City Manager Wilson discussed the timeframe for Council action on the issue of Central Library Sunday hours. Councilmember Peterson and Chief Financial Officer Farrell discussed that the Sports Complex bonds are about a couple of years away from being paid off. Councilmember Peterson and Director of Community Services Janeen Laudenback discussed the lifespan of artificial turf (10 to 15 years), and that one of the four sports complex fields has been replaced . 2. Staff provided a status update on the General Plan Update and reported on the outcome of the August 15, 2017, Planning Commission public hearing City Manager Wilson introduced Planning Manager Jennifer Villasenor who presented a PowerPoint communication entitled General Plan Update with slides entitled: General Plan Approach, Draft General Plan, and Planning Commission Action. Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 4 of 24 Counci lmember Peterson and Manager Villasenor discussed the two (2) elements beyond the State required seven (7) as being Coastal Zone, and Public Services and Infrastructure. She further exp la ined that the Counci lmembers have the update that was issued in May and the Planni ng Commission updates wi ll be provided soon. Manager Villasenor suggested that any Councilmember questions or changes · should be submitted before the action meeting. RECESSED TO CLOSED SESS I ON -5:20 PM A motion was made by O'Connell, second Hardy, to recess to C losed Session for Items 3 - 6 . With no objections, the motion carried . Mayor De l g l eize Announced: Pursuant to Government Code§ 54957.6, the City Council takes this opportun ity to publicly introduce and identify designated labor negotiator, City Manager Fred Wi lson, who wi ll be participating in today's C losed Session discussions regard ing labor negotiations with: Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (POA). CLOSED SESSION 3. Pursuant to Go'lernment Code § 54956.9(d)(1 ), the City Council recessed into Closed Session to confer 'Nith the City Attorney regarding the following la•11suit: Sunny Kang 'I . City of Huntington Beach."J'lilliam Brownl ee, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30 2013 00626834. 4. Pursuant to Go'lernment Code § 54956 .9(d)(1 ), the City Council recessed into Closed Session to confer 'Nith the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: Robert Hale 'I. City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30 2016 00881315. a. Pursuant to Go'lernment Code § 549SG.9(d)(1 ), the City Council recessed into Closed Session to confer 'Nith the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: MEO 'I. City of Huntington Beach; PERB UPC Case NO. LA CE 1103. 6 . 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). 6:00 PM -COUNCI L CHAMBERS RECONVENED CITY COUNC I L/PUBLIC FINANC I NG AUTHORITY MEETI NG AND CALLED TO ORDER THE SPEC IAL MEETING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH HOUSI NG AUTHORITY -6:19 PM ROLL CALL Present:-O'Conne ll , Semeta, Posey, De lg leize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Counci lmember Hardy INVOCATION -Deacon Tom Concitis of St. Mary's by the Sea Roman Catholic Parish and member of the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes Augu st 21, 2017 Page 5 of 24 In permitting a nonsectarian invocation, the City does not intend to proselytize or advance any fa ith or belief. Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular religious belief or form of invocat ion. CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney Gates announced that Closed Session Item Nos. 3-5 were not discussed, and will be continued to the next regular meeting of Septembe r 5, 2017 . AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS Mayor Delgleize called on Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas who presented an update on the Human Exploitation and Trafficking (HEAT) Unit. Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas stated that Huntington Beach is a beautiful and safe place to live, but there are human trafficking concerns not only globally but also lo cally. In 2013 a Human Trafficking Unit was established for Orange County which treats the slaves as victims and goes after the slave owners. This effort has resulted in the prosecution of approx imately 250 people . District Attorney Rackauckas introduced Senior Deputy District Attorney Brad Shawnlaven who provided some human trafficking statistics and ways that the issue is be ing addressed. D. A. Shawnlaven also reviewed what is still needed to help more victims reclaim their lives. Mayor Delgleize presented commendations to Eco Dogs & Cats and Salome's Cleaning Services for their participation in the Sustainable Business Certification Program. Mayor Delgleize called on Huntington Beach Council on Aging President Ed Pinchiff who promoted the upcoming Senior Saturday on September 9. Huntington Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA) is a nonprofit that supports many of the programs and act ivities at the S en ior Cente r. The September 9th event at Pier Pla z a will include vendors that provide services and/or products to enhance the lives of senior res idents . Mayor Delgleize called on Community Development Building Division Manager Mark Carnahan, who presented the Mayor's Award to the Building Division's Principal Plumbing, Mechanical Inspector and Plan Checker Frank Biangone. Manager Carnahan described Fran k as someone who epitomizes everything required of a successful Inspector/Plan Checker. Frank consistently goes over the top to be supportive, knowledgeable , helpful and courteous to everyone. Frank has also trained his colleagues in plumbing and mechani ca l during his 18 years with the C ity of Huntington Beach . Mayor Delgleize delivered a public message to reaffirm the City's policy on human dignity. ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution) Pu rsua nt to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act , City Clerk Robin Estan is lau announced supplemental communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet: City Manager's Report Item #1 PowerPoint communication submitted by Police Chief Handy entitled Body Worn Camera Report. Consent Calendar Agenda Item #16 -Email communication regarding conversion of temporary parking lot to a permanent parking lot in Huntington Central Park rece ived from Steve Engel. Administrative It ems Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 6 of 24 Agenda Item #22 -Communication received from Kellee Fritzal , Deputy Director of Business Development, submitting a response from the Downtown Business Improvement District regarding the · IDA panel recommendations. Agenda Item #22 -PowerPoint communication dated August 21, 20 17, entitled /DA Advisory Panel. Councilmember Items Agenda Item #24 -Communications regarding the change in the composition of the Community Services Commission received from : Julie Bixby, Judy Gustafson, Amory Hanson, Hilarie Kelly, and Lola Aodh. Agenda Item #25 -Communications regarding the Breitling Air Show received from: State Senator Janet Nguyen, Assemblymember Matthew Harper, Judy Gustafson, and the Downtown Business Improvement District Board . Agenda Item #26 - A presentation entitled Huntington Beach Short-Term Rental Alliance. Agenda Item #26 -Communication from Peter Whittingham, Curt Pringle and Associates. PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) 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. Michelle Steele, Chairwoman, Orange County Supervisors , was called to speak and stated her support of Counci lm ember Item No. 25 regarding City Support for the 2017 Breitling Huntington Beach Air Show, and thanked Mayor Pro Tern Posey and Councilmember Brenden for making this a priority . (01 :52 :09) Tim Whitacre , Marine Corps Veteran and resident of Orange County, was called to speak and stated support of Councilmember Item No . 25 regarding City Support for the 2017 Breitling Huntington Beach Air Show. (01 :53:02) Regina Larson was ca lled to speak and shared her first-hand experience with neighborhood drug trafficking issues . As a long -time resident she has observed an increasing problem includ ing residence and car break-ins and abandoned vehicles left on the streets. Mayor Delgleize asked Ms. Larson to complete a blue card for follow-up. (01 :55 :45) Joe Carchio was ca ll ed to speak and voiced his opposition to Consent Calendar Item No . 14 re ga rding the Police Department Parking Lot Expansion Project, and stated his be lief there can be a more positive solution without destroying open space . (01 :59:07) · Kathryn Levassiur was called to speak and stated her support of Councilmember Item No . 26 regarding a Short-Term Rentals Community Workshop. (02 :01 :04) Amory Hanson, candidate for Huntington Beach City Council in 2018, was ca ll ed to ·speak and stated opposition to Council member Item No . 24 regarding Change to Compos it ion of the Community Services Commission. (02 :02 :26) Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 7 of 24 Joe Pedick and his wife Kathleen presented a short video on the Labour of Love Music Festival, inviting everyone to come and enjoy their 5th Annual Festival scheduled for Saturday, September 2, from 11 :00 am to 5:00 pm at Bolsa Chica State Beach. (02:05 :15) John Briscoe, Public School Trustee but speaking as a private citizen , expressed his opposition to Councilmember Item No. 24 regarding the Change in Composition of the Community Services Commission. (02:08 :23) Daniel A. Page, Executive Director, Aerospace Education Foundation of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and stated support of Councilmember Item No . 25 regarding City Support for the 2017 Breitling Huntington Beach Air Show. (02: 11 :51) Dr. Michael Simons, President of the Huntington Beach Union High School District Board of Trustees, and former member of the Community Services Commission from 1992 to 2000, was called to speak and expressed his opposition to Councilmember Item No. 24 regarding the Change in Composition of the Community Services Commission. (02: 12:57) Pat Byers was called to speak and shared personal ex periences in support of Councilmember Item No. 26 regarding a Short-Term Rentals Community Workshop. (02:14:55) Cheryl Johnson was called to speak and stated concerns about the eroding lake bank in West Central Park at Lake View Drive. She expressed her opinion that the erosion will just expand and become a more costly repair if not included in the 2017/18 Budget. (02:17:51) James Ward was called to speak and expressed his opposition to Public Hearing Item No . 21, Introduction of Ordinance No. 4137 regarding approving Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No . 17-001 . (02 :20:59) Shirley Dettloff, former Mayor and one of the authors of the City Council's 1996 Declaration of Policy about Human Dign ity, was called to speak and thanked Mayor Delgleize for her comments regarding human dignity. The Human Relations Task Force, which included students representing all of the high schools , was formed to work with the Police Department to become a City where intolerance is unacceptable. (02:22:24) Ralph Bauer, former Mayor one of the authors of the City Council's 1996 Declaration of Policy About Human Dignity, was called to speak and shared that unfortunately outsiders can come to your town and create a situation that becomes very unpleasant. He thanked the City Council for renewing the commitment to human dignity, and stated that Huntington Beach .is the only city in Orange County with a Human Relations Task Force . Mr. Bauer also voiced his support of Public Hearing Item No . 21, Introduction of Ordinance No . 4137 approving Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No . 17-001. (02:25:29) Kelly Miller, CEO and President, Visit Huntington Beach, was called to speak and stated support of Councilmember Item No. 25 regarding City Support for the 2017 Breitling Huntington Beach Air Show. (02 :28:21) Mario Tabernig was called to speak and acknowledged his support for City Manager's Report No. 2, regarding Long Beach Airport Noise. Mayor Delgleize asked him to complete a blue card for follow-up. (02:31 :57) Council/PFA Regular Minutes Hou sing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 8 of 24 Jessica Robinson was called to speak and shared concerns related to property values, health, safety and welfare affected by telecommunications equipment being installed in residential neighborhoods , and asked the City Council to revoke Verizon's Conditional Use Permit (CUP). . . . Councilmember Hardy thanked Speaker Robinson for speaking up, and in response to the Verizon CUP issue announced that the current Senate Bill 649, if passed, would remove the City's ability to address these types of issues . She asked that individuals interested in this topic write to their State officials to express their concerns . (02:33: 10) Craig Robinson, Physician, was called to speak and shared concerns related to property values, health, safety and welfare affected by telecommunications equipment being installed in residential neighborhoods, and asked the City Council to revoke Verizon's Conditional Use Permit (CUP). (02:36:47) Brian Gallogly, President, Quantum Automation, was called to speak and shared concerns related to property values, heal t h, safety and welfare affected by telecommunications equipment being installed in residential neighborhoods , and asked the City Council to revoke Verizon's Conditional Use Permit (CUP). (02 :39 :46) Jeff McKea was called to speak and shared concerns related to property values, health, safety and welfare affected by telecommunications equipment being installed in residential neighborhoods, and asked the City Council to revoke Verizon's Conditional Use Permit (CUP). (02:42 :05) Alexis Reeves was called to speak and shared concerns related to property values, health, safety and welfare affected by telecommunications equipment being installed in residential neighborhoods , and asked the City Council to revoke Verizo n's Conditional Use Permit (CUP). (02:44 :27) Robert Corona was called to speak and s hared concerns related to property values, health, safety and welfare affected by telecommunications equipment being installed in residential neighborhoods, and asked the City Council to revoke Verizon's Conditional Use Permit (CUP). (02 :46:08) Barbara Haynes, co-Founder, Huntington Beach Public Art Alliance was called to speak and provided an update on the Dumpsters on Parad e project for Saturday, October 7th. She explained that the Main Street Art Show will run from 10 AM to 5 PM, with a Parade at 10 AM, Ceremony at 10:30 AM and Art Show from 11 AM to 5 PM. She also thanked Police Chief Handy for his leadership in the community. (02:49:19) Shari Engel was called to speak and stated her support of Consent Calendar Item No. 16 regarding the plan to convert the temporary lot at Huntington Park we st into a permanent parking lot. (02:50:51) Randy Edwards was called to speak and stated his support for the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA), and voiced concerns about the issue of increasing homelessness and crime within the City. (02:51 :20) Jef(DeYoung, City of Huntington Beach resident and bu siness owner, was called to speak and stated his support for the HBPOA and voiced concerns about the issue of increasing homelessness and crime within the City and lack of proper police officer resources . (02 :53: 13) Miguel Prieto, HBPOA Member, was called to speak and stated his support for the Association. (02:54:13) Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Pa ge 9 of 24 David Humphreys, President, HBPOA, was called to speak and stated some facts in support of the position for the HBPOA's vote of no-confidence in Police Chief Handy. (02:56 :59) Yasha Nikitin , Vice President, HBPOA, was called to speak and stated his support for the Association . (03:00:08) Steve Engel , long-time resident and Central Park volunteer, was called to speak and stated his support of Consent Calendar Item No. 16 regarding the plan to convert the temporary lot at Huntington Pa rk west into a permanent parking lot, and also asked for improvements at Irby Park. (03 :03 : 10) Bob Franck was called to speak and shared personal ex periences in support of Councilmember Item No . 26 regarding a Short-Term Rentals Community Workshop. (03:04 :38) Dennis Hashin , Retired Member of the HBPOA, was called to speak and described the actual historical numbers of working officers . He further stated that statistics show that violent crime is increasing . (03 :07 :07) Juana Mueller was called to speak and stated her support of Consent Calendar Item No. 16 regarding the plan to convert the temporary lot at Huntington Park west into a permanent parking lot. (03: 10:09) Jean Nagy was called to speak and stated her support of Consent Calendar Item No. 16 regarding the plan to convert the temporary lot at Huntington Park west into a permanent parking lot. (03:10:31) Betty Reinertson was called to speak and stated her support of Consent Calendar Item No . 16 regarding the plan to convert the temporary lot at Huntington Park west into a permanent parking lot. (03: 12: 11) Adrienne Low was called to speak and stated her support of Chief Handy and City Manager's Report No. 1 regarding Body Worn Cameras . (03:12:38) · Shayna Lathus, HB Huddle Member, was called to speak and stated her support of Chief Handy, his successful efforts in the Oak View Community , and City Manager's Report No. 1 regarding Body Worn Cameras. (03 :14:07) Roy Miller, Commissioner, Community Services Commission, was called to speak and expressed his opposition to Councilmember Item No . 24 regarding the Change in Composition of the Community Services Commission . (03 : 15:05) Pete Brunner, President, Rotary Club of Huntington Beach , was called to speak and stated support for Chief Handy and his community outreach. (03 :17 :39) Cat Hendron, Huntington Beach Tree Society Volunteer, was called to speak and stated her support of Consent Ca lendar Item No . 16 regarding the plan to convert the temporary lot at Huntington Park west into a permanent parking lot. She also stated her opinion that there should be fewer bars in the Downtown area , and that she supports legalized marijuana . .(03: 18:55) Mark Currie, President, Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council (GHBIC), was called to speak and read GHBIC's statement of support regarding homelessness. Mr. Currie also stated GHBIC's interest in continuing to work w ith the City in resolving homeless issues . (03:20:31) Council/PFA Regular Minutes Hou sing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 10 of 24 Victor Valladares, Oak View ComUNIDAD was called to speak and stated his support for Chief Handy , specifically for the increased trust in police that the Chief's actions have generated within the Oak View community. Mr. Valladares further stated that in his opinion , hiring more officers is not the on ly so lu tion to reducing crime, and he encouraged the City Counci l to remain fiscally conservative. (03:22 :54) Niko Portante was called to speak and stated his opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 21, In troduction of Ordinance No. 4137 approving Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No . 17-001 . (03:26:04) Bridget Kaub , Vice Chair, Community Services Commission, was called to speak and stated her support of Consent Ca lendar Item No . 16 regarding the plan to convert the temporary lot at Huntington Park west into a permanent parking lot. She a lso expressed her opposition to Councilmember Item No . 24 regarding the Change in Composition of the Community Services Commiss ion. (03:28:26) Connie Betz was ca ll ed to speak and stated her support for City Manager's Report No. 2, regarding Long Beach Airport Noise. (03:31 :41) Bobbi Ashurst was called to speak and stated opposition to Councilmember Item No. 25 regarding City Support for the 2017 Breitling Huntington Beach A ir Show. Ms . Ashurst a lso stated her support for legalized marijuana . (03:34:01) Mike Elliott was called to speak and stated support for Councilmember It em No. 26 regarding a Short- Term Rentals Community Workshop. (03:37:16) Rob Searcy, Verizon Wireless Consultant, was called to speak and stated that Verizon is li sten ing to the co nce rns shared by residents, and is cons idering what they hope will be an acceptab le a lternative . He further exp lained that the home specifically affected by this project did not have its current co nfiguration when Verizon's project started several years ago . Mayor Delgleize thanked Mr. Searcy and Verizon for quickly responding to th e situation, and Mr. Searcy stated that Veri zo n wants to remain a good corporate community citizen. (03 :37:57) Bob Bo len was called to speak and stated his opposition to Administrative Item No . 22 regarding the International Downtown Association Panel Recommendations of June 2017 . (03 :40:28) COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPO INTM ENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES Councilmember Hardy reported meeting wit h th e Huntington Beach Poli ce Officers' Association (HBPOA), and attending the Coastal Cities Issues Group meeting. Mayor Pro Tern Posey reported attending Vector Control Board of Tru stees and Finance Committee meetings. Councilmember Brenden reported attending a Public Cable Televi si on Authority (PCTA) Board meeting, the Downtown BID Board meeting , and two meetings of the Ad Hoc Committee on Homelessness. Mayor Delgleize reported attend in g an Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA) Board meeting, and two meetings of the Ad Hoc Committee on Homelessness . Councilmember Semeta reported attending the PCTA Board meeting . Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 11of24 Councilmember O'Connell reported speaking with members of the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA). -CITY MANAGER'S REPORT 1. Police Department Update on Body Worn Cameras City Manager Wilson introduced Police Chief Handy who presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Body Worn Camera Report with slides entitled: Body Worn Camera Program, Body Worn Camera, Police Officer BWC Survey, Question 1, Question 2, Question 3, Question 4, Question 5, Question 6, Short Answer Question, Positive Responses, Negative Responses, Technical Solutions, Body Worn Camera Data, Arrests, Reports, Use of Force, Other Departments, 0. C. District Attorney's Office, Next Steps, and Questions? Mayor Pro Tern Posey discussed with Chief Handy the recommendation to use body cameras during any enforcement contact. 2. Update on community meeting regarding Long Beach airport noise issues City Manager Wilson informed Council and the public that Congressman Rohrabacher's Office plans to host a community meeting on Long Beach Airport Noise. Individuals interested in more details can either email City.Council@surfcity-hb.org or phone 714-536-5202. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT 3. City Attorney Gates reported that City of Huntington Beach v. James Ishihara, et al. (MMD at 8162 Talbert), Case No. 30-2017-00933769, was filed on 7/25/17. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Hardy pulled Consent Calendar Item No. 14 for further discussion. Councilmember O'Connell pulled Consent Calendar Item Nos. 7, 8, and 19 for further discussion. Councilmember Peterson pulled Consent Calendar Item No . 7 for further discussion. 4. Approved Appointments and Reappointments to the Children's Needs Task Force (CNTF) A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to approve the appointment of student representatives Tiffanie Lin and Dominique Sardinas to a first one-year term of September 1 , 2017, to June 30, 2018; and, approve the appointment of adult representative Cynthia Varnell to a first four-year term of September 1, 2017, to August 31 , 2021 ; and, accept the resignation of Tiffany Johnson and approve the appointment of adult representative Joslin de Diego to fill the partial term of September 1, 2017, to August 31, 2019; and, approve the reappqintment of adult representative Linda Cornejo to a second four-year term of September 1, 2017, to August 31, 2021; and, approve the reappointment of adult representative Dona Cardona to a first four-year term of September 1, 2017, to August 31, 2021. Cardona will be completing a partial term which fulfilled a previous vacancy through August 2017. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES : O'Connell , Semeta , Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden , and Peterson Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Specia l Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 12 of 24 NOES : None 5. Approved four reappointments to the Library Board of Trustees with terms to expire in June 2017; and additional terms effective July 1·, 2017 through June 30, ·2020, as recommended by City Council Liaisons O'Connell and Peterson A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to approve the reappointment of Dionne Cox , Betty Croteau, Don Lewis and Ben Miles with terms to expire in June 2017; and additional terms effective July 1, 2017 , through June 30, 2020 . The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : NOES : 6. O'Connell, Semeta , Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden , and Peterson None Approved the recommendation from the Community Services Commission (CSC) to name the Beach Public Services Center (BPSC) in honor of Delbert "Bud" Higgins A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to approve the Community Services Commission recommendation to name the Beach Public Services Center as "The Delbert "Bud" Higgins Beach Public Services Center." The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : NOES : 7. O 'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None Approved Annual Report and Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Huntington Beach Auto Dealers Business Improvement District Budget and Adopted Resolution No. 2017 -31 declaring the City's Intention to levy an annual assessment for Fiscal Year 2017-2018 within the Huntington Beach Auto Dealers Business Improvement District; and scheduled a Public Hearing for September 18, 2017 Councilmember O'Connell pulled this item to state that he owns property in the area, recused himself, and left the dais . Councilmember Peterson pulled this item to state that as previously requested of the Downtown Business Improvement District (DBID), the Annual Report should include detailed financials showing income and expenses. A motion was made by Peterson, second Posey to adopt City Council Resolution 2017-31, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Declaring the City's Intention to Levy an Annual Assessment Within t he Huntington Beach Auto Dealers Association Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2017-2 018 ," includ ing Exhibit A-Auto Dealers BID Annual Report , and Exhibit B -Auto Dealers BID Member List;·and, direct the City Clerk to schedule a public hearing to be held on September 18, 2017, and send copies of the Resolution of Intention and assessment formula to each business to be assessed and publish the same in a newspaper of general circulation, as amended to request that the Auto Dealers Association Business Improvement District provide a financial report for inclusion in the September 18, 2017, public hearing agenda report. Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 13 of 24 The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None RECUSED : O 'Connell 8. Approved Annual Report and Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District Budget and Adopted Resolution No. 2017-29 declaring the City's intention to levy an annual assessment for Fiscal Year 2017-2018 within the Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District, and scheduled a public hearing for September 18, 2017 Councilmember O'Connell pulled this item to state that he has a business interest in Legends and therefore recused himself, and left the dais. A motion was made by Hardy, second Posey to adopt Resolution No. 2017-29, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Declaring the City's Intention to Levy an Annual Assessment for Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Within the Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District," including Exhibit A-Huntington Bea<;:h Downtown Business Improvement District 2016-2017 Annual Report, Exhibit B -Assessment Schedule, Boundary Map and List of Businesses to be Assessed, and Exhibit C -Types of Improvements and Activities to be funded by the levy of assessments on businesses within the Business Improvement Area; and, direct the City Clerk to schedule a public hearing to be held on September 18, 2017, and send copies of the Resolution of Intention, including the BID Boundary Map and assessment formula to each business to be assessed, and publish same in a newspaper of general circulation. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None RECUSED: O'Connell 9. Released Guarantee & Warranty Bond for Tract 17238 and Tract 17239 (Fairwind and Truewind Subdivisions) A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to release Guarantee & Warranty Bond No. PB03010401486-M (Attachment 2) and instruct the City Clerk to notify TRI Pointe Homes, Inc. (the subdivider of Fairwind Subdivision Tract 17238) and the City Treasurer to notify Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company, of this action; and, release Guarantee & Warranty Bond No. PB03010401245-M (Attachment 3) and instruct the City Clerk to notify TRI Pointe Homes, Inc. (the subdivider of Truewind Subdivision Tract 17239) and the City Treasurer to notify Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company, of this action. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : NOES: 10. O 'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract with Beador Construction Company, Inc. in the amount of $833,700.00 for the Magnolia Street Bridge Preventive Coun cil/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 14 of 24 Maintenance, CC-1448; and, approved an appropriation offunds to the Bridge Preventive Maintenance Program grant fund account A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Beador Construction Company, In c ., in the amount of $833,700.00; and, appropriate $1,021,960 in grant funds to BPMP grant account 97085001.82800; 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 : 11 . O'Connell, Semeta, Posey , Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract with Beador Construction Company, Inc. in the amount of $866,300.00 for the Brookhurst Street Bridge Preventive Maintenance, CC-1449; and, approved an appropriation of funds to the Bridge Preventive Maintenance Program grant fund account A motion was made by Posey , second Semeta to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Beador Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $866,300 .00; and, appropriate $80 ,000 from the Gas Tax (207) undesignated fund balance to account 20790010 .82800 ; and, appropriate $1, 188,719 in grant funds to BPMP grant account 97085001.82800 ; 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 : 12. O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract with MMC, Inc. in the amount of $4,001,361 for the Edgewater Sewer Lift Station Project, CC-1515 A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to accept lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by MMC , Inc. in the amount of $4,001,361; and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to ex ecute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES : NOES : 13. O'Connell , Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract with All American Asphalt in the amount of $2,285,562.00 for the Heil Avenue Rehabilitation and Main Street Rehabilitation Project, CC-1540; and, approved an appropriation in the amount of $754, 100 A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to appropriate $754, 100 from the Measure M (213) undesignated fund balance to account no . 21390026.82300; and , accept the lowest responsive and responsible base bid submitted by All American Asphalt in the amount of $2,285,562.00; 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: 14. Council/PFA Regular Minutes Hou sing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 15 of 24 O 'Connell , Semeta, Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, Brenden , and Peterson None Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract with Palp, Inc. OBA Excel Paving Company in the amount of $104,357.00 for the Police Department Parking Lot Expansion Project, CC-1556; and, approved an appropriation in the amount of $110,000 and authorize up to 15% in construction change orders Councilmember Hardy pulled this item to voice her opposition because the proj ect will take away from open space, and she believes there must be a better solution to the parking need. A motion was made by Hardy to oppose the recommended action to appropriate $110 ,000 from undesignated Capital Improvement Reserve General Fund to General Fund account 10040314.82400 ; and, accept lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Palp, Inc. OBA Ex cel Paving Company in the amount of $104,357; 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 approve up to fifteen percent (15%) in construction change orders. Th e motion fa iled due to lack of a second . Mayor Pro Tern Posey and Police Chief Handy discussed that the Police facility was built in the 1970s and never had enough secu red parking . Chief Handy stated that the ne ed for secure officer parking is acknowledged by the Police Officers' Association (POA), and especially in times when officers are purposely being targ eted , it is important to provide secure officer parking . Mayor Delgl eize and Police Chief Handy discussed details of the land scaping c hanges which include taking down one la rge tree and planting five (5) as rep la cements. A motion was made by Posey, second Peterson to appropriat e $110,000 from undesignated Capital Improveme nt Reserve General Fund to General Fund account 10040314.82400; a nd , accept lowest responsive and respon si bl e bid subm itted by Pa lp , In c. OBA Exce l Paving Company in t he amo unt of $104,357; and, authorize the Mayor and City Cl e rk to execute a con st ruction co ntra ct in a form approved by th e City Attorney; and, authorize the Director of Public Works to approve up to fiftee n pe rcent (1 5%) in construction c hang e orders. Th e motion carried by the following vote: AYES: N OES: 15. O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, De lgl eize, Bre nden, and Pete rson Hardy Approved and authorized execution of Amendment No. 1 with Albert Grover & Associates for On -Call Civil Engineering Services in the amount of $100,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $350,000 and extending the contract term 1 year A motion was made by Posey , second Semeta to approve and authorize the Mayor and C ity Clerk to execute "Am e ndm ent No. 1 to Agreement Between the C ity of Huntington Bea ch and Albert Grover & Associates, In c. for On-Call Civil Engineering Services." This amendment shall increase the maximum not-to-exceed amount by $100,000 to a total of $350,000 and extend the term of the contract by one year with a revi sed expiration date of July 6, 2019. Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 16 of 24 The motion carried by the following vote: AYES : NOES: 16. O'Connell , Semeta, Posey , Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None Approved the plan to convert the temporary lot at Huntington Central Park west, located northeast of Golden West Street and Talbert Avenue (adjacent to Shipley Nature Center), into a permanent parking lot A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to approve the plan to convert the temporary lot to a permanent parking lot in Huntington Central Park west, located northeast of Golden West Street and Talbert Avenue, as presented in Alternative 1 on page 2 of the July 12, 2017 CSC Minutes (Attachment #3); and, approve an update to the Master Plan of Recreational Uses for Central Park as presented. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : NOES : 17. O'Connell , Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None Approved an update to the Murdy Park Master Plan to include a multi-use youth sports field and other park improvements as presented A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to approve th e concept plan for a multi-purpose youth sports field and improvements at Murdy Park; and, approve an update to the Murdy Park Master Plan to include the multi-use sports field and improvements . The motion carried by the following vote : AYES: NOES: 18. O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden , and Peterson None Approved and authorized execution of a HOME Recipient Agreement between the City and Interval House; and, approved an appropriation of $37,000 A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a one-year "HOME Recipient Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and Interval House" for Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program; and , approve an appropriation in the amount of $37,000 from the Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fee (217); and, authorize the City Manager to sign all necessary documents to effectuate the Agreement and any future minor amendments to contract and/or US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) documents, with review by the City Attorney. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : NOES : O'Connell , Semeta, Posey , Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None Council/PFA Regular Minutes Hou sing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Pa ge 17 of 24 19. Approved and authorized execution of City and Housing Authority Subordination Agreements with Jamboree Housing Corporation (JHC-Oakview LLC) and St. Joseph Health System for 17362 Koledo (Jamboree II) Councilmember O'Connell stated that he has a property very close to Koledo Street and therefore recused himself, and left the dais. A motion was made by Hardy, second Po sey to approve and authorize execution and recordation of "Subordination Agreement" (City) by the Mayor, City Manager and City Clerk; and, approve and authorize execution and recordation of "Subordination Agreement" (Authority Loan) by the Authority Chairperson, Executive Officer and Clerk of the Housing Authority. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: RECUSED : Semeta, Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson None O 'Co nnell 20. Adopted Ordinance No. 4136 amending Chapter 230 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance (HBZSO) relating to Wireless Communication Facilities (Small Cell Sites), Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 17-003 Approved for introduction August 7, 2017, Vote: 7-0 A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to adopt Ordinance No . 4136, "An Ordinance of th e City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 230 of th e Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision O rdinance Relating to W ire less Communication Facilities Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No . 17-003." The motion carried by the following vote : AYES : NOES: PUBLIC HEARING O'Connell, Semeta, Po sey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Pet erson None 21. Approved for introduction Ordinance No. 4137 approving Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 17-001 amending Chapter 204 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance (HBZSO) to amend Section 204.18 Prohibited Uses, add Section 204.20 Prohibited Uses--Commercial Non-Medical Marijuana Businesses and Deliveries, and add Section 204.22 Non-Medical Marijuana Cultivation City Manag e r Wilson introdu ced Associate Planner of Community De ve lopment Tess Nguyen who prese nted a PowerPoint communication entitled : N on -M edical Marijuana, Zoning Te x t Amendment N o. 17-001 with slides en titl ed: Ba ckground (2), Request (2), PC Recommendation, Analysis, an d Recommenda tion. Mayor Pro Tern Posey and City Manager Wilson discussed whether it is possible to project potential sales tax from sal e of marijuana, and Mayor Pro T e rn Posey stated that sales of $20M in recreational marijuana would net the City approximately $200,000 in sales ta x, or the equivalent of one police officer. Mayor Delgleize opened the Public Hearing . Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special M inutes August 21, 2017 Page 18 of 24 Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, C ity Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental communication that was received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet: Email communications regarding Zoni ng Text Amendment No. 17-001 were received from Coburn, Shepherd, Dutton, and World. Speakers-6 Patti Gordon was called to speak and stated her opposition to the item. She referenced statistics published on the City's website on this issue, which in her opinion are not accurate, and compared them to stat ist ics in the State of Colorado where marijuana use has been made legal. Mayor Delgleize suggested that Ms. Gordon may want to comp lete a blue card for follow-up. (04:23:33) Amory Hanson, Candidate for Huntington Beach City Council in 2018, was called to speak and stated his support of the item . (04:26:55) Henry Carey was called to speak and shared that from a personal experience, he opposes the item . He presented local voter statistics from Proposition 64, and stated that in his opinion the City should be going after the true drugs that are tearing the City apart, not cannab is which is benefitting many people. (04:29:36) Eric Lucas, a parent of children in several local schoo ls , was called to speak and shared that from personal experience, he opposes the item . Mr. Lucas stated his opinion that if marijuana was regulated , and not left in the hands of criminals , it could provide revenue for the City. (04:32:39) Bobbi Ashurst was called to speak and shared that from personal experience, she opposes the item, and presented some voter statistics which show that nearly 60% of Huntington Beach residents voted in support of Proposition 64, and in her opinion it is the responsibility of City Councilm embers to properly zone for marijuana. (04 :35:09) Brandt Stebbins was called to speak and shared that from persona l experience , he opposes the item, explaining that his interest is on ly in making medical marijuana avai l ab l e due to its health benefits . He also requested that the City Counci l listen to their constituents. (04 :38:24) There being no more public speakers, Mayor Delgleize c losed the Public Hearing. (04:42 :45) Councilmember Hardy stated that she is supportive of discussions on an ordinance to allow controlled medica l marijuana sales ; however, that is not the topic being presented for Public Hearing Item No . 21. Council member Hardy a lso stated that in her opinion Huntington Beach should not be one of the first cities to allow marijuana as that doesn't really support the image of Huntington Beach as a family friendly destination. Counci lmember Br.enden and City Attorney Gates discussed that non-medical marijuana sales are already prohibited, and th is Ordinance strengthens the fact that commercial and retail sales are prohibited . Attorney Gates affirmed that in the future any Councilmember could modify this ordinance so long as it complies with Proposition 64. Counci l/PFA Regula r M i nutes Hous i ng Au t hority Special Minutes August 21 , 2017 Pa ge 19 of 24 Councilmember Peterson voiced h is support of the comments made by Councilmember Hardy , and stated that if any dispensaries are allowed ih the future there will be a zon ing change process. Mayor Delgleize stated her support of the comments made by Council member Hardy and added tha t she believes that medical marijuana will be an option sometime in the future but in her opinion the City of Huntington Beach does need to take some time and learn from the c ities who choose to be first. Councilmember Semeta thanked those of the public who shared this e vening from their personal medical experience , and state d she believes that medical marijuana will be a topic u nder consideration in the future . A motion was made by O'Connell, second Hardy to find the proposed project exempt from the Ca li fornia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 4501 , Class 20, which supplements the California Environmental Quality Act; and , approve Zoni ng Text Amendment No. 17-00 1 with findings for approval (Attachment No. 1) and, after the City Clerk reads by title , approv e for introduction, Ordinance No. 4137 "An Ordinance of the City of Hunt ington Beach Amending Title 20 of the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance by Amending Section 204.18 and Addi ng Section 204.20 and Section 204.22 to the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance to Prohibit Commercial/Recreational Sales and Deliveries of Non-Med ical Marijuana as well as Adopt Regulati ons Regard ing Non-Medical Marijuana Cultivation ." The motion carried by the following vote : AYES: NOES : O'Connell , Semeta , Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, Brenden , and Peters on None ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS 22. Reviewed and discussed the International Downtown Association (IDA) Panel Recommendations June 2017 regarding the Downtown Business Improvement District (DTBID) -DTBID to provide update in 6 months Councilmember O'Connell stated that since he has a business interest in Legends , Downtown , he will recuse himself for Items 22 and 23 , and left the dais. City Manager Wilson introduced Kathleen Rawson, Chief Executive Officer of Downt own Santa Monica, Inc. and Board Member and Treasurer, International Downtown Association , who presented a PowerPoint communication entitled : /DA Advisory Panel with slides entitled : Agenda, What we Heard, Situational, Areas for Improvement, Turn Around Strategy: Immediate Reco mmendations 0-60 Days, Turn Around Strategy: Short-term Recommendations 30-120 Days, Ne w Activities in Parallel Task Forc e Recommendations 30-270 Days, Qu alifications of an Interim CEO, and Commit to Something. Mayor Delgleize invited DTBID Member Bob Bolen to the podium for comments. Mr. Bolen voiced concerns about the IDA only being asked to review the BiD, not a Property Owner BID. He stated opposition to the item because he believes it will include a Property Owner BID w ithout being property presented and discussed with the property owners. He concluded his comments by stating as a minor property owner, he is opposed to another government bureaucracy , or tax, on his building . Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 20 of 24 Councilmember Hardy recommended that the Recommended Action language include the term consider before the term implement. Mayor Pro Tern Posey stated his agreement with Councilmember Hardy. Councilmember Peterson stated that in his opinion, as a DTBID Council Liaison, there are some good suggestions in the report that need to be reviewed by the Downtown BID Board, and they should be tasked with reviewing this information and reporting back to Council. Councilmember Semeta confirmed that she supports Councilmember Peterson's comments. She also discussed with Ms. Rawson the considerations for a Property Owner BID which can allow for more amenities and services than the City can provide, and is a process that is discussed peer-to-peer by the property owners (which may include the City) but not dictated by the City. Councilmembers Hardy and Peterson discussed that the Re commended Action should include a follow- up deadline. When asked, Suzie Smith, Downtown Business Improvement District Board Member, stated that since five (5) new Board Members will be elected in October, it would be preferable to have six months for the new Board to review and digest this report before returning to Council. A motion was made by Peterson, second Hardy to establish a Downtown BID Revie 1N Committee, appointed by City Council, or a City Council /\d Hoc Sub Committee to review and implement the ID/\ Report Recommendations; and, support the appointment of an interim CEO 'Nith specific dO't\'ntovm management experience to help implement the recommendations as amended, direct the Downtown BID to return to Council in 6 months with an update on /DA Panel Report Recommendations. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES: NOES : RECUSED: ABSENT: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Peterson None O'Connell Brenden 23. Downtown Maintenance and Public Improvements Report-Status Update Postponed for 90 Days City Manager Wilson introduced this item as a continuance to return to Council in 90 days after some concerns have been addressed. A motion was made by Hardy, second Posey to have staff return to Council in 90 days with a status update of maintenance enhancements, unbudgeted needs, and various identified projects. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: RECUSED: ABSENT: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy , and Peterson None O'Connell Brenden COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 21of24 24. Approved item Submitted by Mayor Pro Tern Posey and Councilmember Peterson - Change Composition of the Community Services Commission Councilmember Peterson introduced this item by stating that the in tent is to stream line th is Commission in lin e with the other Commissions, and having the School District Liaisons serve on sub-comm ittees and involved in the Commission's recommendations. Council approval would not be needed for the District Liaison appointments . Mayor Pro Tern Posey spoke in support of Counci lmember Peterson's comments. Councilmember Hardy stated her opinio n that this Commission is different from other Commissions in that there is a lot of shared property with the School Districts, and she believes that the School Districts should be involved in the process of making changes to the Commissi on . Councilmembers Semeta and Hardy discussed the quarterly meeting opportun ity between school district representatives and the City, which is in addition to Community Services Commission meetings. Councilmember Semeta and Community Services Director Janeen Laudenback discussed that when issues come up related to parks that a re on school property, the School D istrict Liaisons can be the experts wit h important history. Mayor Delgleize and Director Lauden back discussed some of the history of the interactions between the School Districts and the City regarding maintenance, up-keep and equ itable use for parks, tot lots and playing fields. Councilmember O'Connell stated his opposition to this item as he believes the schools need to have voting input. Mayor Pro Tern Posey and Director Laud enback discussed that currently there are three School Districts that own parks, and six School District Representatives can vote and take direction of the parks. Mayor Pro Tern Posey confirmed that no City Councilmembers are voting members of any school boards and stated his support for this item if only to streamline the Commission. He also stated that sport teams use the Sports Complex which is paid for by the taxpayers , not the schools. A motion was made by Posey, second Peterson to direct the C it y Attorney to amend Chapter 2.64 of the municipal code, changing section 040 to clearly state that each of t he six (6) Schoo l Districts may recommend one (1) li aison, non-voting member to the Community Services Commission for City Council appointment, thereby changing the composition of the Community Services Commission from a total of thirteen (13) members to a total of seven (7) members, with s ix (6) li aison , non-voting members, and return to th e full City Counci l for approval. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES : NOES: ABSENT: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, and Peterson O 'Connell, and H ardy Brenden Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 22 of 24 25. Approved item Submitted by Mayor Pro Tern Posey and Councilmember Brenden - Develop a Plan to Provide Additional City Support for the "2017 Breitling Huntington Beach Air Show" Councilmember O'Connell announced that due to a financial interest in a business that has conducted business with the Air Show, he would recuse himself and then left the dais. Mayor Pro Tern introduced Mr. Kevin Elliott, Owner, Code Four of Huntington Beach, to present a PowerPoint communication entitled Takes Flight, Breitling Huntington Beach Airshow, with slides entitled : 2016 Very First Year, 2016 Surpassed All Expectations, The Impact to our Community Has Been Positive, Direct Economic Impact 2016, 2017 More Thah One Million Visitors are Expected to Attend, Improvement Highlights, Notes Regarding Public-Private Precedent, The Airshow Needs You, The Community!, 2017 Budget Projection Key Points, The Airshow is in Jeopardy, We Believe with Increased Community Support the Breitling Airshow, and Thank You Councilmember Semeta and Mr. Elliott discussed the economic data in further detail from last year's show, including potential state and county contributions. Mayor Pro Tern Posey stated that this item is an effort to ask the City Manager to evaluate ways that public safety costs can be back-billed and to look for opportunities for increased income. He also stated that Visit Huntington Beach has increased their financial support for this year's event. Councilmember Peterson and City Manager Wilson discussed that this effort is to work with state and county officials to have them waive some of their costs in an effort to prevent a deficit to the City. Councilmember Peterson reminded everyone that the revenues generated by the City from the 4th of July event are to cover City costs , not to benefit the 4th of July Board, and this event should be managed the same way . Councilmember Semeta and Mr. Elliott discussed potential sponsors and realistic ex pectations. It was also confirmed that several sponsors from last year have substantially increased their support for this year. Councilmember Hardy and Director Laudenback discussed potential parking options. Councilmember Hardy stated that the City actually receives about one percent of the anticipated or projected event revenues, and that she supports Councilmember Peterson's comments related to the 4th of July event. Councilmember Hardy expressed her support for this item only to get more accurate details. A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to direct the City Manager to develop a plan outlining options for the City of Huntington Beach to provide additional financial support for the "2017 Breitling Huntington Beach Air Show." Include the above-listed options and return to City Council at the September 18 , 2017, City Council Meeting . The motion carried by the following vote : AYES: NOES : RECUSED: ABSENT: Semeta , Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Peterson None O'Connell Brenden Counci l/PFA Re g ular Minutes Hou si ng Authority Special M i nutes Augu st 21 , 20 17 Pa g e 23 of 24 26. Approved item Submitted by Councilmember Brenden -Short Term Rentals Community Workshop Mayor Delgleize introduced the item on Councilmember Brenden's behalf because he had -to leave the meeting early to meet another obligation. Councilmember Hardy, Mayor Pro Tern Posey and Councilmember O'Connell expressed the need to ensure that both sides of the issue are represented at the proposed meeti ng so that pros and cons can be explored and discussed. A motion was made by Posey, second O 'Connell to recommend that ci ty staff organ ize a commun ity workshop so that property owners, residents , business owners, and hotel operators can hear the pros and cons of short term rentals. This workshop could be held at the Senior Ce nte r in Cent ral Park on Saturday, September 16, from 9:00 a.m . to Noon. In attendance at this panel workshop should be representatives from Air BnB, local surrounding cities where STVRs are c urrently pe rm itted and prohibited, community development leaders, attorneys to address legal issues, short-term rental operators , and others to hear both sides of the positive and negatives of short-term renta l s . The motion carried by the following vote : t· .• AYES: NOES: ABSENT: . . ·•. . {''~ · . ., ··\ .,_ o:connell ,.S~metc;i , _Po'sey, Delgleize , Hardy, and Peterson .. · '· ' None · · ,,.. .. · :' . ,. Br~·nde~ . , -.: , ;· .·. . COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) Mayor Pro Tern Posey reported attending the Huntington Beach Police Department Promotional Swearing-in Ceremony for three Lieutenants, one Captain , three Sergeants, and a Communicati ons Manager; the HB Police Officers' Foundation Constable Classic Chari ty Golf Tournament; and the Building Industry Association of Orange County (BIAOC) 2017 Government Affa irs Commission (GAC) Seminar -Are We Built Out? He also reported that Vector Control has been trapping mosquitoes in Huntington Beach and all have tested negative for West Nile Virus . Councilmember Hardy reported attending the American Cancer Society Re lay fo r Life Fundraiser, and announced that Miss Huntington Beach Scholarship Pageant is now recru iti ng contestants . She also attended the 100 Year Celebration of Boy Scout Troop 1. Councilmember Peterson reported attending the 100 Year Celebration of Boy Scout Troop 1. Councilmember Semeta reported that as part of the Business Incubator Ad Hoc Committee, she and Council member Brenden made a visit to the OC Maker facility on Product Lane, where innova t ors , artists , and others can utilize 3-D printer and other technologies to make prototypes . She a lso att ended an inspiring Women-to-Women event for women business owners and entrepreneurs . Mayor Delgleize reported attending the City bf Santa Ana State of the City Breakfast, the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting for Pinot's Palette, the 54th Annual Huck Finn Fishing Derby at the Huntington Beach Pier, the 100 Year Celebration of Boy Scout Troop 1 , and the Huntington Beach Junior Lifeguard Graduation Ceremony for almost 900 individuals. Mayor Delgleize congratulated and thanked Marine Safety Chief Mike Baumgartner and Jr. Lifeguard Program Coord inator Mike Eich for Council/PFA Regular Minutes Housing Authority Special Minutes August 21, 2017 Page 24 of 24 this successful program. Mayor Delgleize also reported attending the Bloomberg Mayors Challenge Accelerator Workshop . ADJOURNMENT -11 :25 PM to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Tuesday , September 05 , 2017 , at 4 :00 PM in the Civic Center Council Chambers , 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. ATTEST: Council of the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of the Public Financing Authority of the City of Huntington Beach , California