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City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, May 4, 2020
5:00 PM -Council Chambers
6:00 PM -Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
A video recording of the 6:00 PM portion of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and archived at
www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas/
5:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER -5:02 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr (remote), and Brenden (remote)
Absent: Peterson
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION
ITEMS (Received After Agenda Distribution) -None
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS -None
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to recess to Closed Session for Items 2-4. With no
objections, the motion passed .
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION -5:04 PM
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT(S)
1. 20-1602 Mayor Semeta Announced: Pursuant to Government Code§ 54957.6, the City
Council shall recess into Closed Session to meet with its designated labor
negotiator: Oliver Chi, City Manager; also in attendance: Travis Hopkins, Assistant
City Manager, regarding the following: Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters
(HBMT); Management Employees' Organization (MEO); Police Officers'
Association (POA); Police Management Association (PMA); Huntington Beach
Firefighters' Association (HBFA); Fire Management Association (FMA); Marine
Safety Management Association (MSMA) Surf City Lifeguard Employees'
Association (SCLEA) and Non-Represented (Non-Associated) Employees (NA).
CLOSED S ESSION
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2. 20-1590 Pursuant to Government Code§ 54956.9(d)(4), the City Council recessed into
Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding whether to authorize
the City Attorney to provide Amicus Support in the Petition to the United States
Supreme Court for review of the case Higginson v. Xavier Becerra, et al.
Higginson v. Becerra, No. 18-55455 (9th Cir. Jul. 31, 2018).
3. 20-1601 Pursuant to Government Code§ 54957.6, the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to meet with its designated labor negotiator: Oliver Chi, City Manager;
also in attendance: Travis Hopkins, Assistant City Manager, regarding the
following: Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (HBMT); Management
Employees' Organization (MEO); Police Officer's Association (POA); Police
Management Association (PMA); Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association
(HBFA); Fire Management Association (FMA); Marine Safety Management
Association (MSMA) Surf City Lifeguard Employees' Association (SCL EA) and
Non-Repres ented (Non -Associated) Employees (NA).
4. 20 -1605 Pursuant to Government Code§ 54956.9(d)(2), the City Council recessed into
Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding potential litigation.
Number of cases, two (2).
6:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVEN ED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -6:06 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta , Peterson, Carr (remote), and Brenden (remote)
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Councilmember Delgleize
INVOCATION
In permitting a nonsectarian invocation, the City does not intend to proselytiz e or advance any faith or
belief. Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular religious belief or form of
invocation .
5. 20 -1550 Marilyn Anonia of Saint Simon and Jude Catholic Church and member of the
Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Gates reported Council voted unanimously 6-0 (Peterson-Absent) to decline Amicus
support in the Petition to Writ to the U.S . Supreme Court in the agendized case Don Higginson v.
Xavier Becerra, et al.
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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:
Non-Agendized Items
One (1) communication from Kathryn Levassiur
City Manager's Report
Item No. 6 (20-1486) PowerPoint communication submitted by Assistant City Manager Travis Hopkins,
entitled Ascon Landfill Site Update.
Item No. 7 (20-1597) Thirty-Five (35) communications received regarding City COVID-19 Response
Plan from:
Travis Pritchett
Patti Kerr
Justin Bruursema
Susan Lipscomb
Darrin Hainer
Tom Niedringhaus
Debra Brown
John Carter
Bobbi Ashurst
Public Hearing
Wendy Sheeran
Elissa Warantz
Jeannie Bird
Shirlee Krause
Kathleen Johnson
Andrea Tendler
Dan Ciscel
Dr. Kevin Tubbs
Susan Harpole
Andrew Richmond
Charles Goldblum
Simon Swart
Shelly Colangelo
Linda Fitch (2)
Brian Ross
Shirlee Krause
Henry Flores (2)
Michael Canas
Marty Caproni
Cathie Panis
Lewis Harrison
Elizabeth
Schroeder
Richard Lioy
Paul Marano
Item No. 13 (20-1594) PowerPoint communication submitted by Assistant City Manager Travis
Hopkins, entitled Permanent Local Housing Allocation.
Administrative Items
Item No. 15 (20-1603)Resolution No. 2020-30 supporting the Orange County Board of Supervisors'
efforts to address Commercial Re-Openings in response to COVID-19, ten (10)
communications from :
Gary Tarkington
Maria T. Spain
Andrea Russell
Cari Swan
Sylvia Calhoun
Erin Rustvold
Eileen Harris
Ray Scrafield
Shannon Cook
PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda and non-agenda items):
Jennifer Pauline
Members of the public wishing to submit comments on agenda or non-agenda items that will be read
live during the Public Comments portion of the meeting can submit one communication per person of
300 words or less at: https://huntingtonbeachca.gov/HBPublicComments/. Public Comments must be
received no later than 4:00 PM the day of the meeting .
One hundred twenty seven (127) public comments received by 4:00 PM were compiled and read aloud
to the City Council by City Clerk Robin Estanislau and Deputy. City Clerk Tania Moore.
The number [hh:mm:ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in
the archived video located at http://www. surfcity-hb . orglgovernmentlagendas
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Donald G ibas, a res ident of Huntington Beach since 1968, submitted commun ication in opposition to
proposed salary increases . (00 :07 :00)
Marian Hitt, submitted communication in support of closing the beaches. (00 :07 :58)
Jasmine and Mark Allgood , M.D ., submitted communication in support of closing all beaches .
(00 :08:30)
Douglas Beauchamp, a 70+ year resident of Huntington Beach , submitted communication in support of
opening the City's tennis courts with safety measures in place . (00 :09 :51)
Anonymous , a 20-year homeowner of Huntington Beach, submitted communication in support of
cl osing all beaches . (00: 10: 58)
Julie Killeen , a 36-year resident and homeowner of Huntington Beach , submitted communication in
support of clos ing all beaches. (00: 12:02)
Doria C . Merical submitted communication in support of closing all beaches . (00:12:44)
Rod Rasmussen submitted communication in support of opening all beaches . (00 :13:00)
Belinda Shepherd submitted communication in support of closing all beaches . (00: 13 : 12)
Sheena lnnocente, M .S.W ., submitted communication in support of closing all beaches . (00 :13:33)
Cynthia Webster submitted communication in support of opening all beaches. (00 :14:22)
Leigh Martin , resident of Orange County fo r over 30 years , submitted communication in support of
closing all beaches. (00:14 :38)
Anonymous resident of Huntington Beach submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor
Newsom . (00:15:53)
Anonymous citizen of Huntington Beach submitted communication in support of opening all beaches .
(00: 17: 12)
Erin Spivey , submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom . (00:17 :35)
Theresa Feil -Campama submitted communication in support of closing all beaches . (00:18:14)
Anthony Z arkades subm itted communication in support of closing all beaches. (00 : 19: 18)
Jane Ya t a submitted commun ication in support of closing all beaches . (00 :1 9 :57)
Linda Purtill , a 32-year resident of Huntington Beach , submitted communication in opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00:20:56)
Candice Lovett submitted communication in support of opening all beaches . (00 :21 :38)
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Joe Mama submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom . (00:22:03)
Janet Johnson submitted communication in support of opening beaches for City residents , and
requested regular updates on facts . (00:22:31)
Lisa Jacoby submitted communication in support of closing all beaches, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00 :23:28)
Walter Callerio submitted communication in support of closing all beaches . (00 :23:57)
Nancy submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom . (00 :24:06)
Cathie Panis submitted communication in support of suing Governor Newsom . (00:24:23)
Debbi Parrott submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom . (00:24:46)
Mark Hutchison submitted communication in opposition to su ing Governor Newsom. (00:25 :31)
Adrienne Low submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom. (00:25 :43)
Shammy Dee submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom. (00:26 :36)
Brenda Curet, a 55 -year resident , submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom .
(00 :27:43)
Wendy Rincon , a life-long resident of Huntington Beach , submitted communication in opposition to
suing Governor Newsom. (00:28:10)
Jeannie Bird submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom . (00:29 :04)
Spencer Hagaman submitted communication to acknowledge a number of the Good Samaritans in the
community who, in his opinion , are not getting the publicity they deserve because many people choose
to focus only on the bad situations. (00 :29:25)
Amory Hanson, a Candidate for City Council in 2020 and a member of the Huntington Beach Historic
Resources Board, asked that all City deliberative assemblies continue to meet via video conference if
necessary, to avoid violation of the freedom to assemble . (00:30:55)
Dan Hytrek submitted communication in support of closing all beaches , and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom . (00:31 :37)
Carol Berk, a long -time resident, submitted communication in support of closing all beaches , and asked
City Council for a detailed plan focused on safety for the entire community. (00:33: 10)
Randall Otten submitted communication in support of opening all beaches , and opposition to orders
from Governor Newsom . (00:34 : 16)
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Colleen Brennan submitted communication in support of closing all beaches, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00:35:06)
Carol Keane submitted communication in support of closing all beaches, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00:36:09)
S . Boodman submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom. (00:36:49)
Christy Hatt submitted communication in support of closing all beaches, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00:37:04)
Philip I. Good submitted communication in support of closing beaches from noon to 7 PM. (00:37:42)
Maria Sugranes submitted communication in support of closing beaches. (00:37:50)
Karen Coyne submitted communication in support of closing beaches, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00:37:56)
Leigh Martin submitted communication in support of closing beaches, and opposition to suing Governor
Newsom. (00:38:16)
Linda Law submitted communication in support of closing all beaches, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00:39:43)
Silvia Lovison submitted communication in support of opening beaches for exercise purposes only.
(00:40:07)
Eileen Harris submitted communication in support of opening beaches and businesses with safety
measures in place. (00:40:59)
Pilar Losada submitted communication in support of closing all beaches, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00:41 :25)
Anna Miars submitted communication in support of closing all beaches, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00:42:07)
Lou Bellanca submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom . (00:43 :26)
Cathey Ryder submitted communication asking for details on the City's plans for economic recovery,
and opposition to suing Governor Newsom. (00 :43:45)
Melissa Miller, a Huntington Beach homeowner, submitted communication in support of closing all
beaches , and opposition to suing Governor Newsom. (00:44:37)
Lisa Kavalesky submitted communication in support of closing beaches. (00:46:00)
Vanessa Webster submitted communication in support of closing beaches. (00:46:25)
Stu Bauers submitted communication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom. (00:46:57)
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Joseph P . Shepperd submitted communication in support of closing beaches. (00:47 :46)
Cari Swan submitted communication in support of Mayor Semeta and for Administrative Item No. 15
(20-1603) regarding Resolution No . 2020-30 to support the Orange County Board of Supervisor's
efforts to address Commercial Re-Openings in response to COVID-19. (00:48 :01)
Sandy Crabb submitted communication in opposition to closing Main Street. (00:49 : 11)
Luanne Shoup submitted communication in opposition to closing Main Street. (00 :49:34)
Colleen Hooker submitted communication in opposition to closing Main Street. (00:49 :50)
Veronica Nadan submitted communication in support of opening all beaches . (00 :50:07)
Toni Remillard submitted communication in support of closing all beaches. (00:50 :28)
Bobbi Ashurst submitted communication in support of opening beaches with safety measures in place .
(00 :50:52)
Pam Serdutz submitted communication in support of closing all beaches. (00:52 : 10)
Caroline McNabb submitted communication in support of closing all beaches , and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (00 :52:42)
Kathleen Martens submitted communication in support of closing all beaches, and enforcing social
distancing measures on Main Street. (00:53:20)
Donna Jeffery submitted communication in support of keeping Main Street open . (00 :54: 18)
Heather Watson submitted communication in support of Administrative Item No. 15 (20-1603) regarding
Resolution No. 2020-30 supporting the Orange County Board of Supervisors' efforts to address
Commercial Re -Opening in response to COVID-19. (00 :54 :24)
Denise Kavanaugh submitted communication in support of Administrative Item No . 15 (20-1603)
regarding Resolution No. 2020-30 supporting the Orange County Board of Supervisors' efforts to
address Commercial Re-Opening in response to COVID-19. (00:54 :31)
Sheryl Kellner submitted communication asking the City Council to be leaders and not followers, and
step up to do what is best for the city. (00:54:41)
Buffie Channel, a 30-year resident of Huntington Beach, submitted communication in support of closing
all beaches , and in opposition to suing Governor Newsom . (00 :55:44)
Merle Moshini submitted communication in support of closing beaches, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom . (00:56 :53)
Craig Frampton submitted communication in support of opening beaches , and support for suing
Governor Newsom . (00:57:32)
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Megan Lester submitted communication in support of Administrative Item No. 15 (20-1603) regard ing
Reso lution No . 2020-30 supporting the Orange County Board of Supervisors' efforts t o address
Commercial Re -Opening in response to COVI D-19 . (00 :57 :52)
Deborah Townes, RN, submitted communication in support of opening beaches with safety measures
in p lace, and opposition to suing Governor Newsom. (00:58:40)
Shannon Atkins submitted communication in support of closing the beaches . (00 :59: 12)
Kathee Miller submitted communication in support of open beaches w ith safety measures in p lace.
(01 :00:03)
Ashely Rajamin submitted communication in opposition to the local protests. (01 :00 :25)
Lisa Miller, a 40+ year resident of Huntington Beach , submitted commun ication in support of limited
access to beaches fo r active use and limited hours. (01 :01 :07)
Jon Gabbey submitted communication in support of Administrative Item No. 15 (20-1603) regarding
Resolution No. 2020-30 supporting the Orange County Board of Supervisors' effort s to address
Commercial Re-Opening in response to COVID-19 . (01 :02:18)
Yvonne Mauro submitted communication in support of Administrative Item No. 15 (20-1603) regarding
Resolution No . 2020-30 supporting the Orange County Board of Supervisors' efforts to address
Commercial Re-Opening in response to COVID-19; and in opposit ion to Co uncil member Ite m No. 16
(20-1604) to resea rch expanded Outdoor Dining Program for COVID-19 restaurant relief. (01 :02 :27)
Shan Fowler submitted communication in support of continued social distancing . (01 :03:30)
Lily Jacinto submitted communication in support of opening businesses whi le including socia l
distancing practices . (01 :03 :44)
Erich Moreno submitted communication in support of Administrative Item No . 15 (20-1603) regard ing
Resolution No. 2020-30 supporting the Orange County Board of Supervisors' efforts to address
Commercial Re-Opening in response to COVID-19. (01 :04:09)
Staci Calhoun Richardson submitted communication in support of a plan to responsibly open beaches
and businesses with proper safety measures in place. (01:04 :19)
Ma rie Martin , 20-year Huntington Beach resident , subm itted communica t ion in support of enforcing
socia l distancing orders. (01 :05 :07 )
Stephanie Green submitted communication in support of closing the beaches , oppos ition to suing
Governor Newsom, and suggested the HBReady website include school district updates . (0 1 :06 :09)
Rebecca Wilhelm submitted communication in support of closing the bea ches , and as k ed why AlertOC
has not been ut ilized to communicate critical COVID-19 safety guidelines. (01 :07:13)
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Kevin Landry submitted communication in support of limited access to beaches for active uses and
limited hours . (01 :08:08)
Daniel Bremmer submitted communication in support of closing the beaches and shutting down the
protests. (01 :08 :57)
Andrew, a 34-year resident of Huntington Beach, submitted communication in support of responsibly
opened beaches with parking banned on Brookhurst between Banning and Pacific Coast Highway.
(01 : 10:07)
Sergio Avila, owner of Avila's El Ranchito, submitted communication in opposition to closing down Main
Street. (01:10 :31)
Bruce Hood submitted communication in support of re-opening businesses in a reasonable fashion as
soon as possible, and support for Governor Newsom to enforce his own directives rather than
expecting our local officers to enforce them. (01: 10:42)
Josh submitted communication in support of responsibly opening beaches and beach parking so all
residents have access , not just those within walking distance . (01 : 11 :22)
Dorothy Newbrough submitted communication in support of Administrative Item No. 15 (20-1603)
regarding Resolution No . 2020-30 supporting the Orange County Board of Supervisors' efforts to
address Commercial Re-Opening in response to COVID-19. (01: 11 :55)
Lisa Bertolini submitted communication in support of beach closures, and opposition to suing Governor
Newsom . (01 :12 :13)
John and Victoria McDonald submitted communication in support of responsibly opened beaches .
(01:12 :48)
Julie Meneghini submitted communication in support of beach closures, and opposition to suing
Governor Newsom. (01 : 13:35)
Due Nguyen submitted communication in support of beach closures, and opposition to the protests .
(01 :14:00)
Janet Cole submitted communication in support of beaches and businesses opening, and opposition to
suing Governor Newsom. (01 :14:44)
Bethany Webb, a 40+ year resident , submitted communication in support of beach closures. (01 : 15:05)
Mary Ann Cordova submitted communication in opposition to closing Main Street. (01 : 15:46)
John Earl submitted communication in opposition to how City Council is handling public comments, and
stated his opinion the public should be allowed to be heard and seen if they so choose , and suggested
use of proper technology. (01: 15:55)
Cassandra Bevers submitted communication in support of beach closures . (01 :16:27)
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Janed Sax, a 50+ year resident of Huntington Beach, submitted communication in support of beach
closures , and opposition to suing Governor Newsom; and encouraged focus on ways to re-open
beaches and businesses in a safe manner. (01 : 17:06)
Katheryn Clarke submitted communication in support of beach closures , disappointment at the lack of
enforcement of social distancing practices, and opposition to suing Governor Newsom . (01: 17:57)
Reesa submitted communication in opposition to the protests, and asked what is being done to stop
them. (01 :18:54)
Sherry Jackson submitted communication in support of re-opening beaches and businesses . (01: 19:05)
Henry submitted communication in support of open businesses and beaches for the health of residents
and the economy. (01 :19:27)
Raymond W . Raines submitted communication in support of Mayor Semeta and for Administrative Item
No. 15 (20-1603) regarding Resolution No . 2020-30 to support the Orange County Board of
Supervisor's efforts to address Commercial Re -Openings in response to COVID-19. (01 :21 :11)
Robert Bolen, Downtown Huntington Beach merchant for over 50 years , submitted communication in
opposition to closing any portion of Main Street. (01 :21 :48)
Dorothy Lee submitted communication in support of open beaches for active use while encouraging
social distancing practices . (01 :22 :50)
Cindi Galey submitted communication in opposition to the protests being allowed in Huntington Beach,
and opposition to suing Governor Newsom. (01 :23 :28)
Janis Patten submitted communication in support of beach closures, an informed and reasonable plan
for reopening beaches and businesses in a safe manner, and opposition to suing Governor Newsom.
(01 :24:06)
Joanna submitted communication in support of beach closures, and an informed and reasonable plan
for reopening in a safe manner. (01 :25:07)
Chris Powers submitted communication in support of an informed and reasonable plan for reopening in
a safe manner, and opposition to suing Governor Newsom . (01 :25:49)
Cassanda Frembling Antonell submitted communication in support of beach closures, in opposition to
suing Governor Newsom, and asked City Council to focus on a detailed plan to safely open beaches
and businesses . (01 :26 :15)
Joyce Holmes submitted communication in support of open beaches for active use with enforcement of
proper social distancing practices, and opposition to suing Governor Newsom. (01 :27:37)
Lauren submitted communication in support of open beaches for active use with enforcement of proper
social distancing practices. (01 :28:32)
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David and Marilyn Garibaldi submitted communication in support of open beaches for active use with
enforcement of proper social distancing practices, opposition to suing Governor Newsom, and support
for the decision of Councilmembers Carr and Delgleize on this issue . (01 :29 :35)
Lisa Elaine Bertolini subm itted communication in support of open beaches for active use w ith
enforcement of proper social distancing practices. (01 :31 :06)
Kent Nerhus submitted communication in support of closed beaches . (01 :31 :59)
Gina Clayton-Tarvin , a 30-year resident of Huntington Beach and Pres ident of the Ocean View Schoo l
District Board of Trustees , submitted comm'unication in opposition to suing Governor Newsom ,
opposition to the lack of enforcement of proper social distancing practices among protestors , and
support of open beaches for active use with enforcement of proper social distancing practices .
(01 :33:29)
Ken Braithwaite submitted communication in support of Huntington Beach Police Officers enforcing the
appropriately enacted social distancing practices , local noise ordinances and alcohol regulations to
ensure continued quality of life for residents . (01 :35:11)
Janet Bean submitted communication in support of Administrative Item No. 15 (20-1603) regarding
Resolution No. 2020-30 to support the Orange County Board of Supervisor's efforts to address
Commercial Re-Openings in response to COVID-19 , and safely re-opening our public spaces .
(01 :36:05)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING , AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Posey reported attending the Orange County Vector Control Budget and Finance
Committee meeting where he was elected as Chair.
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending a meeting of the Orange County Transportation Authority
(OCTA) Highways and Planning Committee, and shared that reduced traffic due to COVID-19 has
allowed for 24/7 construction on the 4 05 Freeway project which is now at thirty percent (30%)
completion .
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
6 . 20-1486 Ascon Landfill Site Update
Travis Hopkins, Assistant City Manager, provided a PowerPoint communication entitled A scon L andfill
Site Update , with slides titled : Slop e Failure Con cern (2), Te nsion Crack s Identified, Em erg ency Repair
Work (2), How to Stay Informed, and Questions Or Con c ern s?
Councilmember Brenden and Assistant City Manager Hopkins discussed that several community
concerns have been addressed directly by the California Department of Toxic Substance Control
(DTSC), and this remed iation project appears to be acceptable to the community. It is .estimated that
completion will most likely take a few more weeks . Assistant City Manager Hopkins stated that he
believes this project is providing an opportunity to refine odor and dirt control procedures and materials
which is a major improvement over what was happen ing last year.
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7. 20 -1597 Update of the City COVID-19 Response Plan and Actions for Review and
Discussion
City Manager Oliver Chi presented a PowerPoint communication entitled COVID-19 Update, with slides
titled Situational Update (US Totals, Orange County, Huntington Beach, HB EMS Response Statistics),
Local Available Hospital Resources, Orange County Hospitalizations/ICU Utilization Rates Stabilized,
California Containment Strategy Modeling, and Questions .
Police Chief Robert Handy provided an overview of the May 1 active protest of 2 ,500 -3,000 people in
the downtown area . He explained that the Police Department provided public education up front with
the organizers, and stated it is unreasonable to expect the police to manage social distancing for
everyone in a group of that size . Chief Handy also explained that there is a fine line for what can and
cannot be enforced in order to minimize the chance of greater civil unrest. Chief Handy commended
the City team of police officers , Public Works staff, mutual aid staff and the mounted unit for an
outstanding job under difficult circumstances . Chief Handy described how adjusting staff deployments
revealed issues with open businesses on Main Street, and how they were addressed directly with the
business owners.
Chief Handy stated that the City closed the beach under a municipal code which resulted in an arrest
and several citations for the uncooperative visitors on the beach . Saturday and Sunday saw hundreds
on the beach at pre-dawn , but they were cleared out by about 10:00 AM each day. The expanse of the
beach path also creates challenging enforcement issues , and police officers have to constantly
evaluate each situation and decide where to draw the line but will continue to enforce Council
decisions.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy expressed her frustration with being criticized for actions related to beach
open/closed issues when Huntington City Beach exists between two state beaches which were open .
She further clarified that the City never worked against the state on this issue, and discussed with City
Manager Chi the ongoing efforts to work together with state officials to develop a plan for moving
forward .
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy and City Manager Chi discussed there were protests at multiple California cities
as well as across the nation, which the state was also aware of. City Manager Chi confirmed that the
protesters were not operating under a permit, and unfortunately other groups that City staff had not met
with tagged onto the event. Mayor Pro Tern Hardy thanked everyone who was involved in safely
managing the May Day event.
Councilmember Posey discussed the relative low number of people at the protest versus the number of
people that could potentially occupy the extensive beach area (approximately 7.3 Million square feet
from Warner to Brookhurst), and still keep proper social distancing standards.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy inquired, and City Attorney Gates replied that the lawsuit against Governor
Newsom challenging his authority to close City beaches will not cost the taxpayers any additional
money.
Mayor Semeta expressed her appreciation to all staff and ancillary agencies who stepped up to support
the City's efforts to maintain control.
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Councilmember Carr and Attorney Gates discussed further his comment stating that the lawsuit against
the state is not costing local taxpayers , and he explained that the other agencies which are part of the
lawsuit are funding the effort. Attorney Gates clarified there has been no staff time requ ired on this
effort, outside of his review and appearance time , nor is there any cost to Huntington Beach for the
outside legal service and expertise related to this lawsuit .
Council member Posey, to support his view that there is always a cost, explained his views on business
costs associated with staff time spent on projects or production .
CONSENT CALENDAR
8. 20-1579 Approved and Adopted Minutes
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve and adopt the City Council/Public
Financing Authority special meeting minutes dated March 31, 2020, as written and on file in the office of
the City Clerk; and , approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing regular, and Housing Authority
special meeting minutes dated April 6 , 2020, as written and on file in the office of the City Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
9. 20-1574 Received and Filed the City Treasurer's March 2020 Quarterly Investment
Summary Report
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to receive and file the City Treasurer's Quarterly
Investment Report for March 2020, pursuant to Section 17.0 of the Investment Policy of the City of
Huntington Beach .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
10. 20-1537 Approved the West Orange County Water Board (WOCWB) proposed budget for
Fiscal Year 2020/21, with the City of Huntington Beach amount of $1,048,936
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve the WOCWB proposed budget for Fiscal
Year 2020/21, with the City of Huntington Beach amount of $1 ,048,936.
The motion carried by the follow ing vote :
AYES:
NOES :
Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
11. 20-1576 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-23 authorizing certain City Officials to execute Grant
Applications and Documents
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A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No . 2020-23 , "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing Certain City Officials to Execute Grant
Applications and Documents."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
12. 20-1593 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-07 to establish a Payment Deferral Program for
Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) assessments collected by the City
in Response to COVID-19
A motion was made by Posey , second Delgleize to adopt Resolution 2020-27, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Establishing a City Policy Regarding the Deferral of Huntington
Beach Tourism Business Improvement District Assessment in Response to COVID-19," related to the
establishment of a TBID payment deferral program , which has been approved by the board of VisitHB.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey , Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta , Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
PUBLIC HEARING
13. 20 -1594 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-29 to authorize and adopt a Five-Year Plan for
Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program Funds and to submit an
application for funding in year 1 (Fiscal Year 2020-2021)
Travis Hopkins, Assistant City Manager, presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Public
Hearing: Permanent Local Housing A/location, that included the following titled slides : PLHA Funds
(2), Proposed PLHA 5-Year Plan (2), PLHA Application, and City Council Options. (02: 12:27)
Councilmember Peterson and Assistant City Manager Hopkins discussed annual costs to run the
shelter are still being finalized, but expected to be approximately $1.5M. City Manager Chi added that it
is expected there will be additional funding available through the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG), and explained that staff is preparing to come back in about a month with the service
agreement for the operator, CDBG funding allocation plan , and possible CARES funding . City Manager
Chi confirmed that no General Fund monies will be required for this project.
Councilmember Delgleize and City Manager Chi discussed the County's contributions of physical
improvements at the site, and the City's costs will relate mostly to the service contract , plus minor site
changes that may be needed to meet new use requirements.
Councilmember Peterson and City Manager Chi discussed a timeline of approximately ten (10) weeks
for the County to complete the physical improvements to the site , and confirmed that the County has
agreed to complete the project regardless of whether or not their planned purpose is actually needed.
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Councilmember Posey and City Manager Chi discussed the fact that housing element certification was
necessary in order to apply for SB2 (PLHA) funds, and without the SB2 funds General Fund monies
would have been required to proceed with planning for a homeless shelter.
Mayor Semeta opened the Public Hearing for this Item.
City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced that no public comments were submitted for this item, and
detail on the Supplemental Communication received was announced earlier in the meeting.
Mayor Semeta closed the Public Hearing .
A motion was made by Hardy, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No. 2020-29, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach to authorize and adopt a Five-Year Plan for Permanent
Local Housing Allocation Program Funds and to Submit an Application for Funding in Year 1 (Fiscal
Year 2020-2021)."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta , Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
14. 20-1592 Approved recommendations for establishing the Huntington Beach Economic
Recovery Task Force
C ity Manager Chi introduced this item by explaining the Task Force would include two (2) members of
the City Council (the Mayor and Immediate Past Mayor), plus nine (9) individuals selected to serve ,
representing nine critical industries that have been identified within Huntington Beach .
Mayor Semeta thanked everyone for their support of this item, which is intended to provide structure for
efforts to support COVID-19 related business recovery throughout Huntington Beach .
Councilmember Posey announced that since the restaurant industry is specifically included in this item
he withdrew Councilmember Item No. 16 (20-1604) regarding an Outdoor Dining Program for COVID-
19 restaurant relief.
Councilmember Posey and Mayor Semeta discussed what success will look like for this Task Force,
and what makes it different from the existing Economic Development Committee (EDC).
Councilmember Posey suggested that the Task Force return to Council after their first meeting to sha re
the ir business plan which he expects would include measurable metrics .
Councilmember Delgleize and Mayor Semeta discussed that Task Force members will be selected by
the two Council Liaisons , must live in or operate a business in Huntington Beach , and cannot be
currently serving on any other City commission or committee . The objective is to move forward as
quickly as possible .
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Councilmember Carr suggested that since this action is in response to a health crisis there should be
health industry and childcare representatives on this Task Force , and recommends meeting more often
than once a month as time is of the essence.
Councilmember Peterson explained that many of the Task Force candidates operate large and small
business and he believes they are aware of the need for health and child care considerations .
Councilmember Peterson also stated this Task Force will consist of successful business people who
are able to adapt technology and processes to the current situation and the City will benefit from their
expertise .
Councilmember Brenden stated support for the objective , expressed concerns about the agility and
nimbleness of a task force which he suspects may take too much time just to develop a plan . He
therefore recommended that identified goals and objectives be in place prior to determining members.
He is also recommended that there be diversity as to the size and geographic location of business
representatives. He expects a scope and criteria for success to be presented in two weeks, and is
interested in getting businesses operating as quickly and as safely as possible.
Mayor Semeta expressed the importance of a plan to assist Huntington Beach businesses and
confirmed with City Manager Chi that staff will be incorporated into an increased number of meetings at
first to get a plan off the ground and strategic objectives identified early in the process .
Councilmember Peterson suggested that a County health expert be consulted regarding health related
concerns , in response to Councilmember Carr's comments.
A motion was made by Semeta , second Peterson to form a nine (9) member Huntington Beach
Economic Recovery Task Force comprised of local business leaders to provide guidance and
recommendations to the City Council on matters related to potential COVID-19 economic recovery
efforts; and, appoint two members of the City Council to act as liaisons to the Task Force, including the
Mayor and immediate past Mayor.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
15. 20 -1603 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-30 supporting the Orange County Board of
Supervisors' efforts to address Commercial Re-Openings in response to
COVID-19
City Manager Chi introduced this item to seek Council support for the County's efforts in addressing
commercial re-openings .
Mayor Semeta stated her understanding that the County's effort is not expected to be too specific to
allow each community to decide the efforts that are best for their situation .
A motion was made by Semeta, second Peterson to adopt Resolution No. 2020-30, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Supporting the Orange County Board of Supervisors'
Efforts to Address Commercial Re-Openings in Response to COVID-19 ."
The motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES :
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta , Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
46. 20-1604 Item Submitted by Councilmember Posey Withdrawn Direst staff to researsh
expanded Outdoor Dining Program for COVID 19 restaurant relief
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Carr reminded everyone that May is Mental Health Month , that HBReady.com has a
whole section on mental health, and encouraged people to become aware of available resources .
Councilmember Delgleize announced that Orange County Health Agency also has extensive resources
to support mental health. She also expressed her deep gratitude for the efforts of many City staff
focused on keeping the community safe, and encouraged residents to reach out if they have needs not
addressed through HBReady.com.
Councilmember Posey reported participating in the 450-dinner give-a-way at Suon Gusto Italian
Restaurant which was sponsored by the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association and Laird
Coatings, and described this as one of several events local organizations are using to help the
community in meaningful ways.
Councilmember Brenden thanked Police Chief Handy and his staff for their expert handling of recent
situations and keeping everyone safe. He also acknowledged the efforts of the Fire Department staff,
first responders , nurses, doctors and hospital staff for all helping to keep everyone safe . He
acknowledged the tremendous generosity of Francesco at ZeroZero39 Pizzeria for the hundreds of
pizzas they have donated to the community, as well as Hek and Johnny's donations, and the efforts of
Calvary Chapel of the Harbor for their food drives on Friday, Saturday and Sunday through the end of
May where people can donate non-per ishable food items , paper goods , cleaning or san itizing supplies
and gift cards .
Councilmember Brenden also acknowledged Dr. Ralph Bauer, a former Huntington Beach Mayor and
Council Member, for recently being selected to receive the 2020 UCLA Chemistry and Biochemistry
Alumni Legacy Award to acknowledge his amazing accomplishments in the field of chemistry . Expect
to hear more about Dr. Bauer's legacy in the future .
Mayor Semeta stated that Marine Safety staff are also greatly appreciated for the ways they have
stepped up to the unique s ituations that have recently developed.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy announced that this past week Edison High School lost one of its retired staff
members, founding vocal music teacher Richard Otey , and briefly described the tremendous impact he
had throughout his twenty-seven years of service . A memorial service will be planned and announced
when it is possible for people to travel and gather at the Pier to celebrate his life.
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ADJ OURNMENT -9 :08 PM in memory of Richard Otey to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the
Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, May 18, 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 MATE RIAL IS AVAILABLE PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AT
http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
ATTEST:
City Clerk a d e x-officio Clerk of the City Council of
the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of the
Public Financing Authority of the City of Huntington
Beach , California
