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City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, March 16, 2020
4 :00 PM -Council Chambers
6:00 PM -Council Chambers
C ivic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach , Ca lifornia 92648 ·
A video recording of the 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM portions of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and archived at
www. suricity-h b . erg/government/agendas/
4:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALLED TO ORDER -4:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant 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:
Study Session #1 (20 -1493)
1) PowerPoint communication entitled Pension Obligation Bond Analysis and Proposed Fiscal Control
Policies submitted by Dahle Bulosan, Chief Financial Officer.
2) Email communication from Gino Bruno regarding Pension Obligation Bonds .
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION I CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time
Limit) Speakers -1
The number [hh:mm :ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in
the archived video lo ca ted at http://www.surfcity-hb.org/governmentlagendas.
Rob Pool was called to speak and shared his opinions against holding this meeting in light of COVID-19 ,
and his opposition to Study Session Item No. 1 (20-1493) regarding Pension Obligat ion Bond Analysis.
(00:01 :16)
STUDY SESSION
1. 20-1493 CONTINUED TO A DATE UNCERTAIN -Pension Obligation Bond Analysis and
Proposed Fiscal Control Policies
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Councilmember Brenden stated that in light of the current meeting rest rictions due to COVID-19, he
asked that t his item be postponed .
Councilmember Carr expressed her support for this action.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy stated that since this item is for discussion purposes only , and there will be no
vote, in her opinion the discussion should continue.
Councilmember Delgleize stated her support for Mayor Pro Tern Hardy's comments .
Councilmember Posey stated his support to continue this item to another meeting so that the Council can
move on to address more critical issues.
Mayor Semeta and City Manager Chi discussed that the intention was to provide additiona l information
on this item , and Manager Chi indicated it was not critical to present the information at this time .
A motion was made by Brenden, second Carr to continue discussion on Pension Obligation Bond
Analysis and Proposed Fiscal Control Policies to a date uncertain.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
Posey, Delgleize, Semeta , Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
Hardy
A motion was made by Posey, second by Delgleize to recess to Closed Session for Items 3 -5 . With no
objections, the motion passed.
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION -4:09 PM
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT($)
2. 20-1508 Mayor Semeta Announced: Pursuant to Government Code§ 54957.6, the City
Council shall recess into Closed Session to meet with its designated labor
negotiators: Oliver Chi, City Manager and Peter Brown; also in attendance: Travis
Hopkins, Assistant City Manager and Robert Handy, Chief of Police, regardin.g the
following: Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (HBMT); Management
Employees' Organization (MEO); Marine Safety Management Association (MSMA);
and Police Officers' Association (POA).
CLOSED SESSION
3. 20-1505 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:
Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association/Nikitin v. City of Huntington Beach,
et al.; OCSC Case No.: 30-2019-01093906.
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March 16, 2020
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4. 20-1506 Pursuant to Government Code§ 54957.6, the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to meet with its designated labor negotiator: Oliver Chi, City Manager and
Peter Brown; also in attendance: Travis Hopkins, Assistant City Manager and
Robert Handy, Chief of Police, regarding the following: Huntington Beach Municipal
Teamsters {HBMT); Management Employees' Organization (MEO); Marine Safety
Management Association {MSMA); and Police Officers' Association {POA).
5. 20-1530 Pursuant to Gov't Code§ 54957(a), City Council recessed into Closed Session to
discuss with City Management, Fire Department, Police Department, and City
Attorney health and public safety related to COVID-19.
6:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -6:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta , Peterson , Carr, and Bre nden
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Councilmember Peterson
INVOCATION
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 bel ief or form of invocation.
6. 20-1381 Charlie Niederman of Temple Beth David and member of the Greater Huntington
Beach Interfaith Council
Mayor Semeta stated her appreciation for the extra effort that City staff is providing to make changes
because of COVID-19, and thanked the community for their outreach of support and consideration for
each other. Mayor Semeta further urged everyone to comply with all health guidel ines to reduce stress
on the healthcare system .
City Manager Chi announced postponement of discussion on items agendize d under Awards and
Presentations , City Manager's Report, and City Treasurer's Report to allow time to focus on the
COVID-19 Response Plan .
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY-None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
7. 20-1476 Mayor Semeta to call on Victoria Alberty to present the "Adoptable Pet of the
Month"
Counci l/PFA Regular M eeting
Ma rch 16, 2020
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8. 20-1477 Mayor Semeta to present the Mayor's MB ExGellenGe Award to PubliG 'Narks Utilities
Manager, Brian Ragland
9. 20-1483 Mayor Semeta to present Gommendation to Mr. Robert b. Mayer for his lifelong
Gontributions in making City of Muntington BeaGh a •.vorld renowned destination
10. 20-1503 Mayor Semeta to proGlaim MaFGh 1 31 as "Women's Mistory Month"
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:
Consent Calendar #22 (20-1479)
Inter-Office Memorandum submitted by City Manager Oliver Chi withdrawing t he item regarding Request
for Proposal for lessons, rentals and tours out of 11th Street and 17th Street beaches on pilot basis .
Administrative Item #26 (20-1526)
Communication from City Manager Chi entitled City of Huntington Bea c h COVID-19 Respo nse Plan .
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit)
The number [hh :mm :ss] following the speakers' comments indicates t heir approxi mate starting time in
the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb.org/governmenUagendas .
Tim Geddes , a resident of southeast Huntington Beach for over 35 years and Cha ir of the City's Mobile
Home Advisory Board (MHAB), was called to speak and expressed appreciation for City Council , City
Manager and City staff support for revitalizing the Mobile Home Advisory Board (MHAB). Mr. Geddes
also stated support for Consent Calendar Item #18 regarding the listed appointments t o the MHAB.
(00:23:20)
Mary Jo Baretich , former member of the MHAB, was called to speak and stated her support for Consent
Calendar Item #18 regarding the listed appointments to the MHAB. (00:26:05)
Alex Kuttel, a resident of Huntington Beach who just lost his job because of COVID-19 , was called to
speak and asked that City Council approve Administrative Item #26 (20-1526) regarding a COVID-19
Response Plan , specifically addressing the issue of business and residential rent moratoriums.
(00:27:56)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Posey reported that the Orange County Vector Control Board held an emergency
telecommunication meeting to issue its Emergency Declaration to address issues related to COVID-19.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
11. 20-1475 Ascon Landfill Site Update
CITY TREASURER'S REPORT
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March 16, 2020
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12. 20-1512 City Treasurer's Update on Economic Markets and Interest Rates
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Posey pulled Consent Calendar Item #18 , regard ing appoint ment s to t he Mobile Home
Advisory Board (MHAB}, to thank Council member Carr for her diligence in helping to interview the very
enthusiastic and qualified volunteers.
13. 20-1468 Approved and Adopted Minutes
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing
Authority regular meeting and Housing Authority special meeting minutes dated Fe bruary 18, 2020; the
City Council special meeting m inutes dated February 27, 2020; and , the City Coun ci l/Public Financing
Authority regular meeting minutes dated March 2, 2020, as written and on file in the office of t he C ity
Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize , Hardy , Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
14. 20-1399 Received and filed City Clerk's quarterly listing of professional services contracts
filed in the City Clerk's office between July 1, 2019 and December 31, 2019
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to receive and file t he "List of Professional Services
Contracts Approved by Department Heads and Submitted to the Office of t he Ci t y Clerk during t he period
of July 1, 2019 and September 30 , 2019;" and , rece ive and file the "List of Profess ional Services
Contracts Approved by Department Heads and Submitted to the Office of t he City Clerk during the period
of October 1, 20 19 and December 31 , 2019 ."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta , Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
15. 20-1470 Received and filed the monthly status update on the 6th cycle Regional Housing
Needs Assessment process
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to receive and file the monthly Regional Housing Needs
Assessment (RHNA) p rocess status update.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Posey , Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
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March 16, 2020
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16. 20-1480 Approved the design concept, wording and placement of a bronze monument
plaque and pedestal at Prince Park in memory of Fallen Huntington Beach Officer
Leslie J. Prince
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve the concept of placing a monument plaque
and pedestal in Prince Park; and , approve the proposed design concept and wording for the plaque as
recommended by the Community Services Commission .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
17. 20-1509 Approved the appointment of Christian Nielsen to the Harbor Commission as
recommended by City Council Liaisons, Mayor Semeta and Councilmember
Peterson
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve the appointment of Christian Nielsen to the
Harbor Commission as recommended by City Council Liaisons, Mayor Semeta and Councilmember
Peterson .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta , Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
18. 20-1510 Approved appointments to the Mobile Home Advisory Board (MHAB) as
recommended by City Council Liaisons, Councilmembers Carr and Posey
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve the appointment of Allison Plum as a
Resident Representative to the Mobile Home Advisory Board through August 5, 2021 , the end of the
current term ; and , approve the appointment of Everett Ashmore as a Resident Represent ative to the
Mobile Home Advisory Board through August 5 , 2021, the end of the current term ; and , approve the
appointment of Donald Hart as an At-Large Member Representative to the Mobile Home Advisory Board
through August 5, 2020, the end of the current term.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey , Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Bre nden
None
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March 16, 2020
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19. 20-1429 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-10 declaring Weeds and Rubbish a nuisance on
specific properties and fixing April 20, 2020, at 6:00pm for hearing protests and
objections to the abatement thereof
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No . 2020-10, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Finding and Declaring that Certain Weeds Growing in the
City, and Rubbish and Refuse Deposited on Public Ways and Private Property are a Public Nuisance;
and Fixing the Time for Hearing Protests and Objections to the Abatement Thereof."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta , Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
20. 20-1443 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-14 identifying the FY 2020-21 projects to be funded by
SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No . 2020-14, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2020-21 Funded
by SB: 1 The Road Repair and Accountability Act."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
Posey, De lgleize, Ha rdy , Semeta , Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
21. 20-1467 Awarded and authorized the execution of a construction contract with MMC Inc., in
the amount of $3,958,750 for the Slater Lift Station Project, CC-1561; and,
authorized appropriation of funds
A motion was made by Posey , second Delgleize to appropriate $1 ,600,000 from the Sewer Service Fund
(511) to Account 51189011 .82600 ; and , accept the lowest responsive a nd responsible bid subm itted by
MMC Inc., in the amount of $3,958,750; 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 :
Posey , Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
22. 20-1479 ITEM WITHDRAWN FROM CONSIDERATION -Authorize staff to release a Request
for Proposal {RFP) to permit up to three vendors to provide Stand-up Paddleboard I
Kayak Lessons, Rentals and Tours out of 11th Street and 17th Street beaches on a
pilot basis
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March 16, 2020
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23. 20-1474 Approved and authorized execution of an Amendment to the existing Agreement
with Siemens Mobility Inc. to provide a fee rate increase to certain hourly rates
commensurate with the Consumer Price Index for the Citywide Streetlight
Maintenance services through March 2021
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
"Amendment to Service Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Siemens Mobil ity Inc., for
Streetlight Transfer, Retrofit, and Maintenance Service" approved as to form by the City Attorney, dated
March 6, 2017, increasing Compensation for all standard maintenance and extraordinary maintenance
tasks identified in Exhibit B by 9%, which reflects partial Consumer Price Index adjustment since March
2017 .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
24. 20-1502 Approved the appointment of Dahle Bulosan to the position of Chief Financial
Officer (CFO) and authorized the City Manager to execute the employment
agreement
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve and authorize the City Manager to execute
the "Employment Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and Dah le Bulosan" for the position
of Chief Financial Officer.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey , Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Bren den
None
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
25. 20-1481 ITEM WITHDRAWN FROM CONSIDERATION -Consider establishment of an ad
hoc Art in Public Places Committee, while also directing staff to pursue
development of a public art funding source to create a City directed Art in Public
Places program; and, appoint two City Council liaisons
26. 20-1526 Approved COVID-1 9 Response Plan and declared a Local Emergency
City Manager Chi introduced Fire Ch ief Scott Haberle who presented a PowerPoint communication
entitled COVID-19 Response Plan with slides titled : Background, Our Strategy-Don't Panic, But Be HB
Ready, The Facts (2), The Problem (3), HB Ready-Surf City COVID-19 Response Plan (2), Phase 1
Response, Phase 2 Response, Ph ase 3 Response, HB Response Status-Moving to Phase 2 Response,
Preliminary Fiscal Impacts, and Questions.
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Councilmember Delgleize, Fire Chief Haberle, and City Manager Chi discussed procedures related to
social distancing and at-risk residents including assistance for senior residents and senior care facilities.
Staff indicated that meals for seniors and senior care programs will remain intact, and staff and
volunteers redeployed to enhance senior services.
Councilmember Carr and Fire Chief Haberle discussed the at-risk population with compromised immune
systems of any age when isolation is so important, and recommended these individuals communicate
with their primary care physicians regarding any symptoms.
Councilmember Posey underscored the issue of expected lack of necessary hospital beds, and the
critical importance of practicing proper social distancing and trying to ensure we are not transmitting to
others, whether or not they are in the at-risk category .
Mayor Semeta expressed concern not only for health, but also the economic impacts related to
businesses and employees out of work. She highlighted available programs such as Grab and Go meals
through the school districts, child care programs , Orange County Social Services Agency essential
services, abuse hotlines, and senior meals programs.
Mayor Semeta and City Manager Chi discussed available Small Business Assistance (SBA) funds and
new guidelines developed for emergency small business grant loans , an d how State and Federal
governments are extending unemployment insurance to 52 weeks and are expected to reduce the
waiting time requirement. City Manager Chi stated that this unprecedented s ituation is projected to result
in a 20% decline in Huntington Beach hotel reservations for the remainder of the fiscal year, and this will
have a ripple effect throughout the whole community.
Mayor Semeta expressed appreciation for the City's Executive Team that is d isplaying professionalism ,
dedication and 16-hour days to address the situation .
City Manager Chi asked the City Council to amend the proposed motion to include adoption of
Resolution 2020-15, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Ratifying the
Existence of a Local Emergency in the City of Huntington Beach."
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve the atta ch ed COVID-19 Response Plan to
minimize the risk of transmission of this virus .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Posey , Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to add consideration of Resolution 2010-15 to the
agenda.
The motion carried by the follow ing vote :
AYES : Pose y, Delgleize, Hardy , Semeta , Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
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A motion was made by Posey , second Delgleize to adopt Resolution 2010-15, "A Resolutio n of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Ratifying the Existence of a Local Emergency in the City of
Huntington Beach."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy , Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy announced that the Huntington Beach Union High School District will begin
providing lun ch service to support the students who rely on the District for daily meals , on Wednesday,
March 16, 2020. Further details can be provided by the lo cal schoo l districts.
Councilmember Posey announced the names of si x Huntington Beach Academy of Performing Arts
nominees for the upcoming Dance competition at Chapman University.
Councilmember Delgleize stated that the City's Executive Team and Councilmembers are ready to help
residents through the COVID-19 crisis , and asked that anyone who needs some t hing should reach out
for assistance , and reminded everyone that www.hbready.com is an official resource .
ADJOURNMENT -At 6:56 PM to the next regularly s cheduled meeting of the Hunti ngton Beach City
Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, Apri l 6, 2020 , at 4:00 PM in the Civic Cente r Council
Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach , Ca liforn ia.
INTERNET ACCESS TO CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AGENDA AND
STAFF REPORT MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AT
http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
ATTEST:
City Clerk-Sec retary
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of th e City Council
of the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of
the Publi c Financing Authority of th e City of
Huntington Bea ch, California
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