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File #: 20-1642 MEETING DATE: 5/18/2020
Submitted by Councilmembers Posey and Brenden - Direct staff to research Outdoor Dining
Program for COVID-19 restaurant relief
Take out service for food and beverage is already allowed. Patrons should have, and for all practical
purposes already have, dining access within public and private spaces. This proposed voluntary
program allows more options for restaurants and patrons alike. Adoption of the program would boost
restaurant sales as well as boost a return to socialization.
Based on this assessment of the situation, we are requesting that the City Council vote to direct staff
to develop a program that would temporarily allow conversion of adjacent public and private spaces
into outdoor dining areas to allow restaurants greater dining capacity, given COVID-19 social
distancing requirements.
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City Council/ ACTION AGENDA May 18, 2020
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COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
19. 20-1642 Item submitted by Councilmembers Posey and Brenden Approved as
Amended - Directed staff to research Outdoor Dining Program for COVID-
19 restaurant relief
Recommended Action:
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Approved 7-0 as amended: Direct staff to develop a program for Council consideration that
would allow for the temporary conversion of adjacent public and private spaces into outdoor
dining and retail use to provide local businesses with the opportunity for greater customer
capacity up to but not exceeding the capacity limits that were in effect prior to COV/D-19
Lrestrictions.
At 11:10 PM, a motion was made by Delgleize, second Peterson, to continue the meeting.
Approved 7-0
20. 20-1643 Item Submitted by Councilmember Peterson Tabled - Reopening
Huntington Beach
Recommended Action:
A) Create a list of businesses essential to Huntington Beach and discuss the policies
needed to get our City open, and,
B) Discuss local enforcement of the State orders.
Tabled to date uncertain- No Action Taken
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) Reported: Posey
ADJOURNMENT- 12:17 AM
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority is
Monday, June 1, 2020, at 4:00 PM in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington
Beach, California.
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
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CITY COUNCIL MEETING—COUNCIL MEMBER ITEMS REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: MIKE POSEY, CITY COUNCIL MEMBER
PATRICK BRENDEN, CITY COUNCIL MEMBER
DATE: MAY 18, 2020
SUBJECT: DIRECT STAFF TO RESEARCH EXPANDED OUTDOOR DINING PROGRAM FOR COVID-19
RESTAURANT RELIEF
BACKGROUND
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically altered our business landscape, and many restaurants and
storefronts face steep obstacles as we look to reopen the economy. Those businesses able to re-open
will need to impose strict social distancing and safety measures for their workforce and customers. In
particular, restaurants, cafes, and bars will be grappling with significantly-reduced dining capacity,with
customers being required to abide by social distancing requirements.
Given the need for restaurants to reduce service capacity to facilitate social distancing, I am requesting
that the City Council consider directing staff to develop a program where restaurants adjacent to public
property would be allowed to temporarily use the City's public spaces to place additional tables for
outdoor dining. Additionally, restaurants not adjacent to public property would be allowed to
temporarily use adjacent private property, if the arrangement could be worked out with the private
property owner.
If this new protocol is approved, it could help increase capacity and reduce the burden that will be
placed on food and beverage establishments, and the added seating capacity could make the difference
between a business being able to stay afloat and having to close its doors. Vilnius, Lithuania, has
created a similar program for outdoor diners, and it was met with great acclaim.The idea is gaining
popularity all across the country as well. In addition, outside of helping specific restaurant businesses,
this plan to open up the use of the City's public spaces for additional outdoor dining would bring people
back to the City's streets faster, increasing traffic for nearby retail and service-based businesses.
As part of this direction to staff, additional parameters that should be considered during the assessment
include:
■ Assess the feasibility of creating a sliding scale of available exterior space that would be made
available for participating businesses,the amount of which would decline commensurate with
each reopening stage as additional interior space utilization becomes allowed. In that manner,
the outdoor seating capacity would provide the necessary seating offset for the restaurant to
operate, where space is available, at 100%capacity. As indoor capacity increases, outdoor
capacity could decrease so that the total permitted capacity cannot exceed 100%.
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■ There shall be no fees incurred by any restaurant participating in this voluntary and temporary
program.
■ Assess the amount of sales tax revenue that could be earned from the program to determine if
any parking revenue loss would be offset, in the event public parking spaces are utilized for this
effort.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Take out service for food and beverage is already allowed. Patrons should have, and for all practical
purposes already have, dining access within public and private spaces. This proposed voluntary program
allows more options for restaurants and patrons alike. Adoption of the program would boost restaurant
sales as well as boost a return to socialization.
Based on this assessment of the situation,we are requesting that the City Council vote to direct staff to
develop a program that would temporarily allow conversion of adjacent public and private spaces into
outdoor dining areas to allow restaurants greater dining capacity,given COVID-19 social distancing
requirements.
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From: Fikes,Cathy
To: Agenda Alerts
Subject: FW:COVID-19 reopen suggestion
Date: Friday,May 15,2020 3:36:02 PM
From: Leigh Ann Gilmore<lagiImore@msn.com>
Sent: Friday, May 15, 2020 3:34 PM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Cc: Fikes, Cathy<CFikes@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject: COVID-19 reopen suggestion
Hello:
I'm an Ambassador for HBCOC. Earlier this week I heard (on our monthly Zoom HBCOC
Ambassador meeting)that there was some thought and consideration to allow restaurants to
utilize their parking lots for outdoor dining. That is a very welcome idea.
While thinking about this, it occurred to me that maybe there's room for consideration of
another service that's greatly missed: personal care. Next to dining at your favorite restaurant,
people are whining and complaining,but mostly wishing, to feel and look better.
Would it be possible to present this as an agenda item to Council and see if it's viable?
Obviously not every service would meet OC Health Department or CA Cosmetology Board
requirements in an outside environment although,just to get a haircut/hairstyle, maybe(?) a
massage (fully clothed), a manicure, etc would make a lot of residents happy and hopeful. We
have a large number of small business owners in this industry in HB and I imagine they would
be extremely grateful also.
This brings me to another thought: with restaurants (and possibly personal care) going on in
parking lots, it may be judicious to require business owners to provide a security officer to
ensure the safety of the patrons while in the parking lot, guide traffic flow, and any happenings
as HBPD is overextended. I know the City has an existing contract with a security company
however, I have a personal, longtime, high school friend that owns and runs his own security
service company and he could provide participating merchants an excellent, affordable rate.
He is LAPD (Ret) and many of his employees are current or retired law enforcement officers.
He has a large Hollywood clientele, private party/small business clients, and facilitates large
events including Comic-Con in San Diego and the Auto Show in Los Angeles. My point in all
this is he knows how to handle people in small or large crowds.
I hope City Council will,please, consider any and all of the suggestions to benefit your
constituents and our great City.
Thank you.
Best regards,
Leigh Ann Gilmore
Employee Benefits Division 1 Broker Division Specialist
t 714.336.7570 1 f 775.806.2896
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Where People Thrive
City Council Members
City of Huntington Beach
Dear Members,
I am writing on behalf of the ownership and management for Pacific City and Bella Terra in
Huntington Beach. We urge the counsel to vote "yes" on relaxing the outdoor dining
regulations in the City of Huntington Beach, and specifically, to allow for Temporary Use
Permits for select restaurants at Pacific City and Bella Terra in order for them to expand their
outdoor seating to dining patios into the common areas. Additionally, we encourage the council
to vote "yes" to waive any fees that would be associated with granting these TUP's.
As you are aware, the Coronavirus and resulting state mandates have greatly impacted the
restaurants at Pacific City and Bella Terra by limiting them to either takeout or delivery. As the
city begins to roll out the initial phase of its re-opening plan, we feel this would be a wonderful
opportunity for our restaurants to increase their sales volume while still providing safe eating
areas and operating within re-opening guidelines.
Our property management staff, including security and maintenance crews, are taking every
precaution to ensure Pacific City and Bella Terra are a safe and welcoming place for guests to
visit as the city begins to reopen. They are prepared to enforce the city's guidelines and comply
with the health and safety regulations that will be implemented should this vote pass.
Additionally, our team will be able to track and analyze foot traffic and sales, which will not only
benefit our tenants, but the City of Huntington Beach in their future planning efforts as this
pandemic situation develops.
Thank you for your consideration. I am available to speak should you have questions.
Kind Regards,
Lindsay Parton
President
DJM Capital Partners, Inc.
805-962-4300 1 Iparton@djmcapital.com
922 Laguna Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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From: Carol Monroe
To: supplementalcomm(alsurfcity-hb.org
Subject: Regarding:Item 20-1642 and 20-1643 of the May 18th agenda
Date: Saturday,May 16,2020 12:47:14 PM
The opening of all restaurants and small businesses in HB should begin immediately. We citizens
respect that the owners of these small businesses can safely open their establishments. Many
residence are aware of the over reach that has taken place in this city and other cities as well. We
know more about this Virus than we did in the beginning and what is coming to light is that we have
been duped.
Huntington Beach and Orange County cities have not seen this impending doom as was expected.
Hospitals are not full. In fact many health care workers are being laid off.
If the city council opens Restruants and small businesses now, maybe some of them can still survive.
If this goes on any longer the results will be devastating, not only to them but the city as well. I for
one would be happy to pay a service charge to help them stay a float.They have been hit hard
through no fault of their own.
I would ask that if this does not take place and some businesses have the courage to open anyway to
save their business and lively hood, that they would not be forced to close. (no enforcement by FIB
police or any other Entity)Those that still don't feel safe can continue to stay home if that is what
they wish.Why are we,the healthy being quarantined?We have done what was asked of us and we
flattened the curve I don't think this was ever supposed to go on this long. Every business is
essential.
I have spoken with many Police officers and they do not want to be involved in any unconstitutional
arrests of citizens just trying to make a living.This is not what they signed up for. I respect the
Huntington Beach Police department.
I am over 65 and considered the vulnerable. I want everyone to know that I will not live in fear of a
virus as I could die tomorrow from any of a 100 reasons. Most of my friends and aquintenances of
the same age feel the same way.
We must fight against Governor Gavin Newsome's over reach and tyranic rulings. This is America
and what he is doing is unconstitutional
I hope you will do the right thing as you seem to be on the right track.
Thank You,
Carol Monroe
Huntington Beach resident for 33 years.
714 335 5001
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From: Janet Bean
To: suRplementalcomm(a)surfcity-hb.ora
Subject: Agenda item 19 and 20
Date: Monday,May 18,2020 1:24:52 PM
Dear council members,
I am writing regarding the items 19 and 20. 1 am totally opposed to 19 as it clearly singles out
only a few preferential businesses in Huntington Beach. The council needs to take an
approach to help ALL Businesses, not just those whom they feel are essential. All businesses
are essential not just the ones that some you feel you need to give more preferential treatment
to. All businesses are essential because they support local families,you cannot single out a
few that have larger wallets than some and possibly handing our money to your campaign in
exchange for this preferential treatment.
On the other hand,Agenda item 20 has my full support, it is clearly written by a council
member who cares about the whole community, not just a few. It is a common sense approach
to decide the best way to get ALL businesses open. Just because you think a business is not
essential, you need to understand that to the owners, employees and customers, it is an
essential part of their life.
Please do not pick and chose based on pockets getting lined to give preference to whom you
deem as essential. Come up with a common sense approach that is for all.
If we can stand in line at CostCo, Sam's, Alberston's, Von's Sprouts,Trader Joes, ect..., why
can we not stand in line at any business we choose to. WHy can other businesses have the
same opportunity to keep their doors open with the same guidelines?
Thank you,
Janet Bean
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From: Rachel Rolnicki
To: CITY COUNCIL;suoolementalcomm( surfcity-hb.ora
Subject: Comment to Council
Date: Monday,May 18,2020 1:49:31 PM
Good afternoon Members of the City Council,
Orange County Business Council (OCBC), the leading voice of business in Orange County,
strongly recommends that you support Agenda Item No. 19 at the City Council meeting today,
May 18, 2020. OCBC supports the City's efforts to analyze strategies to reinvigorate
Huntington Beach's vibrant restaurant industry in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. While
the safety of the public must be prioritized, creative approaches that allow restaurants to
increase their revenue while maintaining social distancing guidelines should be explored.
Thank you, and please reach out to me if you have any questions.
Best regards,
Rachel Rolnicki
Vice President of Government Affairs
Orange County Business Council
2 Park Plaza,Suite 100 1 Irvine,CA 92614
Tel:949.794.7215 1 rrolnickiQocbc.ora
Signature block-01
www.ocbc.ora and www.LocationOC.com
From: cruserion
To: supplementalcomm(o)surfcity-hb.ora
Subject: Dining
Date: Saturday,May 16,2020 8:33:45 AM
If restaurant's will open how about trying to clos off main st to allow them to spread
out a little more . Thanks
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
From: Fikes.Cathv
To: A_aenda Alerts
Subject: FW:Agenda 19 and 20
Date: Monday,May 18,2020 8:22:51 AM
From:Craig Frampton<cf ram pton143@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, May 18, 2020 7:13 AM
To: CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>
Subject:Agenda 19 and 20
I'm writing I voice my opposition to agenda item 19. I don't believe our city should be
discriminating against 90%or more of the buisnesses in our community and using public
property. To reward a very select few restaurants.This is no different than our governor. Only
closing beaches in orange county. Secondly I highly recommend you support agenda item 20.
We need a agreesive plan immediately to get all buisnesses reopened in Huntington Beach.
I've seen a massive call to arms from a democratic site to voice opposition to this. Once again.
Let's listen to the actual residents of Huntington Beach.Not some politically motivated
outsiders. Thank you Craig Frampton
Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
From: Fikes,Cathv
To: [agenda Alerts
Subject: FW:No on Agenda Item#19 and YES on Agenda#20
Date: Monday,May 18,2020 1:45:50 PM
From:vanessa martinez<rockonbaileybailey@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, May 18, 2020 1:40 PM
To: Estanislau, Robin<Robin.Estanislau@surfcity-hb.org>; Gates, Michael <Michael.Gates@ surf city-
hb.org>; CITY COUNCIL<city.council@surfcity-hb.org>; Peterson, Erik<Erik.Peterson@surfcity-
hb.org>;Semeta, Lyn <Lyn.Semeta@surfcity-hb.org>; Chi, Oliver<oliver.chi@surfcity-hb.org>
Cc:William Hennerty Jr.<billhennerty@yahoo.com>
Subject: No on Agenda Item #19 and YES on Agenda #20
Mayor Lyn and City Council.
I'm in support of item#20. I think all businesses should be considered in a plan to reopen.Not just restaurants on
Main Street.
I'm a NO vote for agenda item#19.All of our small businesses deserve the same opportunity and respect.
Thank you.
Vanessa Martinez
From: Suzanne Hart
To: sup olementaIcommCcbsurfcity-hb.ora
Subject: Item Agenda numbers 19 and 20
Date: Monday,May 18,2020 12:54:06 PM
Dear City Council Members,
My husband and I would like to urge you to make the responsible, intelligent, science based decision:
Please support Item Agenda number 19 and reject Item Agenda number 20 as our heath and welfare
depend upon it.
Thank you,
Chris and Suzanne Hart
419 6th St.
H.B.
From: Sherry Daniels
To: suoolementalcomm(alsurfcity-hb.ora
Subject: No on Item 19;yes on Item 20
Date: Monday,May 18,2020 1:53:14 PM
Dear City Council members,
I am adamantly opposed to Item 19 and am in support of Item 20
because we need to focus on opening ALL of our businesses, not
just restaurants. Our focus cannot be just on downtown, Bella
Terra, or Pacific City but include all areas of our city. Apparently
Mr. Posey and Mr. Brendan need to be reminded again, that all of
our businesses, not just big money need our support. All of our
businesses matter. Our small mom-and-pop businesses, our hair
and nail salons, our clothing stores, etc., throughout the city are in
dire need and must open before they have to close their doors
permanently. Our public spaces need to remain as public space
and for pubic use, especially given socially distancing
requirements making those spaces available to less people. If a
business is able to follow the CDC guidelines, there is no reason
they can't open now, before further economic damage is done.
Thank you,
Sherry Daniels