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City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, June 1, 2020
4 :00 PM -Council Chambers
6:00 PM -Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 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.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas/
4:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER -4:01 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta , Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Study Session
#1 (20-1644)
1) PowerPoint communication submitted by Oliver Chi, City Manager, entitled City of Huntington Beach
FY 2020121 Budget Review
2) Email communication submitted by Dan Gooch with attachment
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION I CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
(3 Minute Time Limit) -None
STUDY SESSION
1. 20-1644 Fiscal Year 20/21 Proposed Budget
City Manager Oliver Chi presented a PowerPoint communication entitled City of Huntington Beach FY
2020121 Budget Review, that included the following titled slides: Economic Overview & Local
Budgetary Impacts, The COVID-19 Economic Context-An Unprecedented Contraction, What Might
The Recovery Look Like?, Local Economic Indicators Provide Some Bright Spots, But ... The COVID-
19 Economic Impacts For HB Are Substantial And Real, FY 2020-21 Budget Overview, A Balanced
Budget ... But Difficult Decisions Will Need To Be Made, Our Fiscal Challenge .... Expenditure Plan
Reflects An Emerging New Fiscal Reality, Early Retirement Program vs. Layoffs, Early Retirement
Program Design, Key FY 2020121 Budget Additions, and FY 2020121 Budget Overview.
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City Manager Chi introduced Chief Financial Officer Dahle Bulosan to present the FY2020-21 General
Fund Budget Review with slides entitled , Revenue Decrease Assumptions, Property Tax Assumption,
Sales Tax Assumption, TOT Assumptions, Business License Assumptions, Licenses & Permits
Assumptions, Fines & Forfeitures Assumptions, Use of Money & Property Assumptions, Charges for
Current Services, Revenue Decrease Summary, Proposed Expenditure Cuts, Workforce Reductions,
Hiring Freeze, Personnel Cost Reductions, Citywide Operating Budget Reductions, Section 115
Retirement Transfer Reduction, Bond Refinance Savings, Reduce General Fund Transfers, FY 2020121
Proposed Budget Summary, Overall Budget Adjustment Summary, and Proposed FY 2020121 General
Fund Budget Overview.
CFO Bulosan introduced Assistant City Manager Travis Hopkins who presented the following entitled
slides: FY 2020-21 Capital Improvement Budget Review, GIP Budget Overview, GIP Funding Sources,
Key Facility Upgrades, Key Park Upgrades, Key Street Updates, and Key Utility System Upgrades.
City Manager Chi presented the remaining slides entitled : FY 2020-21 Budget -Nex t Steps, City
Council Feedback Requested, FY 2020121 Budget Next Steps, and Questions.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy stated her commitment to finding the $1 M (one million dollars) for the Section
115 Trust payment.
Councilmember Peterson stated his support for ensuring the Section 115 Trust payment is made , and
discussed with City Manager Chi options for early separation incentives (upfront costs versus payments
over time , percentage of employee participation), and asked to see more specific details.
Councilmember Carr and City Manager Chi discussed details related to the assumptions made to
prepare this budget, and the need for quarterly updates because of the fluid economic situation.
Manager Chi confirmed that this budget does not tap any Reserve funds, addressed transient
occupancy tax (TOT), and stated there may be an option to reduce planned savings . Councilmember
Carr stated her support for ensuring the Section 115 Trust payment is made, and confirmed with
Assistant City Manager Hopkins that the CIP budget included a decrease in gas tax and Proposition 42
revenues .
Councilmember Brenden, City Manager Chi, and CFO Bulosan discussed Restricted General Fund
Reserve accounts, confirmed that re-financing the bonds would not change the terms but provide
savings through a reduced interest rate, reimbursement rate expected for COVID-19 expenses,
possible timeline for reaching Stage 4 COVID-19 Recovery , review of the 2010 Early Retirement plan
offered, and Councilmember Brenden asked that a private, as well as a CALPERS plan , be considered
for the current workforce reduction effort.
Councilmember Posey and City Manager Chi discussed details related to the 35-40% projected drop in
GDP for the 2nd Quarter, the end of the calendar year economic recovery which is expected to improve
rather quickly , actual trend in automobile sales, and expected overtime reduction. Councilmember
Posey asked for an anecdotal analysis of the Return on Investment (ROI) for early retirement for Public
Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) vs Classic.
Councilmember Delgleize and City Manager Chi discussed Governor Newsom's Executive Orders
which allow retailers to delay their quarterly sales tax payments to the State, which will result in a delay
of getting revenue from the State to cities .
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Mayor Semeta stated support for ensuring the Section 115 Trust payment is made, and confirmed with
City Manager Chi that the proposed budget did not include any other potential stimulus funds, and
expressed a desire for more details related to possible early retirement plans .
A motion was made by Brenden , second by Posey to recess to Closed Session for Item No . 2 . With no
objections the motion passed .
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION-5:14 PM
CLOSED SESSION
2. 20-1667 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:
HBPOA and Nikitin (Yasha) v. City of Huntington Beach, et al.; OCSC Case No.: 30 -
2019-01093906.
6:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -6:02 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Posey , Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Councilmember Carr
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 part icular religious belief or form of
invocation .
3. 20-1670 Scott Wilson from Saint Mary's by the Sea Catholic Church and member of the
Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY -None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
' 4. 20-1445 Mayor Semeta called on City Clerk Robin Estanislau to assist with conducting the
4th of July fireworks booth lottery drawing
The winners of lotteries held previously by four publ ic high schools were announced:
High School
Edison
Winners
EHS Aquatics
EHS Boys Soccer
Alternates
EHS Band , EHS Fie ld Hockey
EHS Track and Field
High School
Huntington Beach
Marina
Ocean View
Winners
HBHS Football
HBHS Girls Basketball
MHS Boys and Girls Swim
MHS Boys Soccer
OVHS Football Booster Club
OVHS Girls Water Polo
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Alternates
HBHS Softball
HBHS Boys Soccer
MHS Cheer, MHS Boys Water Polo
MHS Baseball, MHS Boys Volleyball
OCHS ASB, OVHS Boys Water Polo
OVHS Boys Basketball Booster
A private high school winner was selected, and five qualified non -profit organizations were also
selected in each of the following categories : Civic and Youth Sports Organizations.
Private High School Winner: Liberty Christian
Civic Organization Winners: Crosspoint Church
Monarch Preschool
Apostolic Assembly Church of Huntington Beach
American Legion Post 133
Refuge Calvary Chapel
Youth Sports Winners: H. B. Divers
South HB Girls Fastpitch Softball
Huntington Valley Little League
Culture Football Organization
Beach Elite Volleyball Club
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Awards and Presentations
#4 (20-1445) PowerPoint communication submitted by Robin Estanislau , City Clerk, entitled
2020 Non-Profit Firework Stand Lottery.
City Manager's Report
#5 (20-1489) PowerPoint communication submitted by Assistant City Manager, Travis Hopkins , entitled
Ascon Landfill Site Update.
#6 (20-1669) PowerPoint communication submitted by Oliver Chi, City Manager, entitled City of
Huntington Beach COV/0-19 Response Update .
#6 (20-1669) Email communications submitted by :
Bobbi Ashurst and Jeanine D (2)
#7 (20-1671) PowerPoint communication submitted by Director of Community Services Chris Slama,
entitled 4th of July Huntington Beach 2020.
Consent Calendar
#13 (20-1449) Letter submitted by Amory Hanson .
Administrative Items
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#15 (20-1449) PowerPoint communication submitted by Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Community
Development Director, entitled Temporary Emergency Use Permit-Outdoor
Commercial Activity.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) -4 In-Person Speakers; 8 Comments by Phone
At 6:00 PM, individuals wishing to provide a comment on an agendized or non-agendized item may call
1 + (669) 900-6833 and enter Webinar ID : 986 8508 6898. Once a caller has entered the meeting, their
call will be placed in a holding queue and will be answered in the order received . When invited to
speak, callers are encouraged to identify themselves by name, and can speak for no more than 3
minutes.
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.
Kelly Kelly, a resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and commended the Huntington Beach
Police Department officers for their ex emplary service through the years , and specifically for their calm
and professional conduct for the recent Open California protest, and expressed her shock that there
was no police presence for the Black Lives Matter protest th is past Sunday unti l the hate group showed
up. (01:44 :10)
Marian Johnson , 28-year owner of Let's Go Fishing on the Pier, was called to speak and thanked
Councilmember Posey for bringing forth the request for a 90-day lease extension due to the COVID-19
closure , and expressed her desire for an even longer lease. (01 :47 :13)
Natalie Moser was called to speak, and shared her perspective of how people are reacting to the many
challenges that exist in the world , and asked for civil and compassionate conversations to provide
tangible sustainable changes. (01 :49:2 2)
Rob Pool was called to speak, and shared recent personal experiences whi c h have created an
atmosphere of fear and stated support for Huntington Beach police officers using body cams only
because of the small m inority of officers that may choose to do something that would violate the
conscience of the C ity . (01 :52:06)
Caller Spencer Hagaman, a concerned resident, was invited to speak and shared his opinion that the
City needs to collaborate rather than divide , and look within ourselves and to each other for just and
equitable solutions to create a brighter and more equal future. (01 :55 :16)
Bella Brannon, a concerned resident and student, was invited to speak and shared her opinion that the
publ ic needs to act in honorable , direct and safe ways to ensure justice and safety, and asked why the
City does not have a Public Safety Oversight Commission to report on incidents of violence and
suggest ways to improve community and police interactions. (01 :57:45)
Caller 409, Tony Vincent , a resident of southeast Huntington Beach, was invited to speak and shared
that he has observed homeless individuals using the alcove and accessing power and the restrooms at
the Little League facility across from LeBard Park, and asked that a gate or fencing be installed to
prevent access when there is no Little League activity. (01 :59 :10)
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Ca ll er 811 , Todd Jardine, member of Huntington Beach Homeless Awareness, was invited to speak
and announced that the newly formed group , Huntington Beach Home less Awareness , plans to use
socia l media platforms , as well as engaging with community leaders and law enforcement to bring
public awareness to local homeless issues . (02 :01 :09)
Caller 757, Jerry McKinish, a second generation Huntington Beach homeowner, business man , and
Founder of Huntington Beach Homeless Awareness on Facebook, was invited to speak and shared his
recent observations of major homeless issues at most City parks. He announced Take Back HB One
Park At A Time, a June 6th event at Edison Park, and encouraged residents to come and rec laim the
park. (02:02:02)
Caller 213, an anonymous caller who lives on Cameron Lane, was invited to speak and stated
opposition to placing a homeless shelter on Cameron Lane . (02:04:57)
Caller 613, an anonymous 18-year Cameron Lane resident, was invited to speak and stated opposition
to placing a homeless shelter on Cameron Lane . (02:05:56)
Caller 133, Amory Hanson , a Councilmember Candidate in 2020 and member of the Historical
Resources Board (HRB), was invited to speak and shared his opinion that all Huntington Beach
deliberative assemblies should be allowed to meet. (02 :08 :48)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Counci lmember Posey announced attending three Zoom meetings: He chaired an Association of
California Cities -Orange County (ACC-OC) Housing Committee regarding an update on the Regional
Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) appeals process ; Vector Control where a balanced budget was
adopted and a fee increase rejected; and , a Community Economic and Human Development (CEHD)
policy meeting for Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) for the selection of a Chair
and Vice Chair.
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending an Orange County Highways and Planning Committee
meeting , and she thanked Councilmember Posey for the excellent ACC-OC Hous ing Committee update
on RHNA.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy reported receiving several calls re lated to the Coastal Cities Sea Levels Group
which is a coalition of Coastal Commission, cities and county representatives . She also shared that
Youth Board applications are due by 5 p .m. on Friday, June 5th due to the vacancies left by graduating
members Amy Zeng of Huntington Beach High School who will be attending Cornell University; Tatum
Osborne of Marina High School who will be attending UC Irvine; Natalie Blazquez of Ocean View High
School who will be attending San Diego State; and Andre Mai of Huntington Beach High School who
will be attending Cal Poly Pomona.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Chi called on Police Chief Robert Handy who described how the Pol ice Department
developed a comprehensive plan to deal with the Black Lives Matter protest over the weekend,
emphasizing the importance of de-esca lating situations as they arose. He reported there were
approx imately 500 attendees, with 21 arrests made.
5. 20-1489 Ascon Landfill Site Update
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Assistant City Manager Travis Hopkins presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Ascon Landfill
Site Update, with slides entitled Current Site Activities, How To Stay Informed, and Questions or
Concerns?
6. 20-1669 Update of the City COVID-19 Response Plan and Actions for Review and
Discussion
City Manager Chi presented a PowerPoint communication entitled COVID-19 Response Update, with
slides entitled : Situational Update -U.S. Totals (2), Situational Update -Orange County (2), Situational
Update -Huntington Beach (2), Situational Update -HB EMS Response Statistics, Local Available
Hospital Resources, Orange County Hospitalizations I ICU Utilization Rates, Situational Update
Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach City Services Update (2), Situational Update -Opening Up The
California Economy, Economic Recovery Update -Huntington Beach Economic Recovery Task Force,
Economic Recovery Update -Planning Efforts Underway, Economic Recovery Update -Planning
Efforts Underway (3), Huntington Beach City Services Update, and Questions.
Councilmember Posey complimented Mayor Semeta for engaging the Huntington Beach Chamber of
Commerce, Union Bank and Orange County Business Council as sponsors for the recent virtual town
hall meeting.
Councilmember Carr expressed her support for bringing back the Junior Lifeguard program as soon as
safely feasible. She discussed details for the CARES Act funding of $4. 75M and the urgent need of
local businesses to access these funds, and discussed with City Manager Chi the Federal restrictions
on how the funds can be spent and must be tracked . City Manager Chi explained that the City is on the
hook for covering any misspent funds as determined by an annual Federal audit, so currently the focus
is on developing the most efficient methods for program guidelines , dispensing and tracking the funds,
and issuing the reports required by the County . Council should expect plan details to be presented on
June 15th, and if approved, the City would anticipate accepting applications that week.
Councilmember Delgleize and City Manager Chi discussed the differences between OneHB, a local
micro-business (20 employees or less) grant program put together by the City in partnership with the
Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce vs
CARES Act funding . City Manager Chi explained that if Consent Calendar Item No. 12 (20-1666) is
approved by the Council, all of the details related to applications for and donations to the non-profit
501 (c)3 OneHB program will be available on the City's website about the end of the week.
Mayor Semeta stated there is a lot of community interest in opening the Junior Lifeguard program, and
thanked the town hall panelists for an excellent presentation.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy thanked parents for communicating ideas to Council on meaningful ways of
honoring this year's high school seniors since they are missing out on traditional celebrations. One
result is the City offering free beach parking on June 10 and 11.
7. 20-1671 July 4th Celebration Activities Update
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City Manager Chi introduced Chris Slama, Director of Community Services, who presented a
PowerPoint communication entitled 4th of July Huntington Beach 2020, with slides entitled : Traditional
4th of July Celebration Activities, Opportunities, Concept, Conceptual Plan, Home Decorating Contest
Logistics, One-HB Neighborhood Parade, Marketing Plan, and Thank You .
Councilmember Peterson expressed his desire to see the 4th of July Executive Board included in all
event plans, and suggested that high school graduates be honored, rather than having
Councilmembers included, in parade efforts.
Councilmember Posey commended the creativity for alternate plans to the traditional parade and
fireworks display, and requested that any motorcades include the traditional parade route.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy clarified the City's record is for the most consecutive 4th of July parades west of
the Mississippi, and stated support for the effort to expand the parade route so that people don't have
to congregate in large groups to observe it. She expressed her interest in being a part of the parade,
and support for including high school graduates.
Councilmember Brenden stated his support for expanding the parade route, and no personal interest in
being a part of it.
Councilmember Delgleize recommended also recognizing special people in the community this year
who normally would not be part of the parade .
Councilmember Carr suggested there may be a need for more, smaller 4th of July caravans, and stated
support for recognizing the local heroes in the Covid-19 fight.
Mayor Semeta stated her support for modified plans, and thanked the team for their creativity .
Director Slama clarified that staff will be working closely with the 4th of July Executive Board to finalize
details.
CONSENT CALENDAR
8. 20-1655 Approved and Adopted Minutes
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing
Authority regular meeting minutes dated May 4, 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. 20-1588 Accepted the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorized execution of
a construction contract with Green Giant Landscape, Inc., in the amount of
$169,000 for the Central Park Restrooms Phase 2, CC-1601
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A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by Green Giant Landscape , Inc. in the amount of $169,000; 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
10. 20-1648 Accepted the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorized execution of
a construction contract with Mehta Mechanical Co. Inc., dba MMC Inc., in the
amount of $3,684,400 for the Saybrook Lift Station Replacement Project, CC-1585;
and authorized appropriation of funds
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to appropriate $190,800 from the Sewer Service Fund
(511) to Account 51189012.82600 ; and, accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by
Mehta Mechanical Co. Inc., dba MMC Inc., in the amount of $3,684,400; and , authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to e xecute 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
11. 20-1649 Approved the Infrastructure Fund Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2018-19
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve the Infrastructure Fund Annual Report for
Fiscal Year 2018-19.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
12. 20-1666 Approved the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Huntington
Beach, Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce, Community for Innovation,
Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Opportunities (CIELO), and the CSUF Small
Business Development Center (SBDC) for One HB Business Support Program
(OneHB Program)
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve and authorize the City Manager or his
designated representative to execute the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a
partnership between the City of Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce ,
Community for Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Opportunities (CIELO), and the CSUF
Small Business Development Center (SBDC).
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta , Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
13. 20-1449 Approved and authorized execution of contract agreement with The City of
Westminster for use of the Westminster Fi rearm Training Facility
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute a two-year "Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement" with the City of Westminster to
continue access and use of their Firearms Training Facility beginning on July 1, 2020.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
Posey , Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson , Carr, and Brenden
None
14. 20 -1654 Adopted Ordinance No. 4206 repealing Chapter 14.24 and amending Chapter 14.25
of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) regarding Stormwater and Urban
Runoff Management Ordinance
Approved for introduction 5/18/20-Vote: 7-0
A motion was made by Posey , second Brenden to adopt Ordinance No. 4206, "An Ordinance of the
City of Huntington Beach Repealing Chapter 14.24 and Amending Chapter 14.25 of the Huntington
Beach Municipal Code Regarding Stormwater and Urban Runoff Management."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Posey , Delgleize , Hardy, Semeta , Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
15. 20-1664 Approved a program to allow Temporary Emergency Outdoor Commercial Activity
on Private and Public Property during the COVID -19 pandemic
City Manager Chi introduced Ursula Luna-Reynosa , Community Development Director, who presented
a PowerPoint communication entitled Temporary Emergency Use Permit -Outdoor Commercial Activity
with slides entitled: Request, Reopening, Temporary Emergency Use Permit, Downtown Pilot
Program, Downtown BID Survey, Communal Dining/Retail Concept, Recommendation, and Questions.
Councilmember Posey expressed his compliments and gratitude for everyone who stepped up to
ensure a complete and comprehensive item, including fellow Councilmember Brenden, City Manager
Chi and Director Luna-Reynosa. He added that this plan was broadcast on Voice of America to the
whole world, as well as resulted in an interview by Russian TV.
Councilmember Brenden thanked staff for providing a detailed and thorough response, and stated he
will support the plan provided by the Downtown Business Improvement District.
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Councilmember Carr and Director Luna-Reynosa discussed potential costs related to this program , and
it was confirmed that Council will be presented with a complete package once the Downtown BID plan
is received .
Councilmember Posey explained that the recommended motion only supports developing a policy
which is expected to be returned to Council with costs for implementation approval at that time.
Councilmember Delgleize shared that today's issue of the Orange County Register has an article on
the Forest Street project implemented in Laguna Beach .
Mayor Semeta confirmed that the financial details will be forthcoming , and she sees this plan as
working well with the efforts of the Economic Recovery Task Force .
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to confirm that allowing temporary emergency outdoor
commercial activity on ' private and public property with issuance of a Temporary Emergency Use Permit
during the period of the emergency is reasonably related to the protection of property being impacted
by the COVID-19 emergency, and allow the City Manager, or his designee , to implement the temporary
emergency use permit process ; and ,, confirm that allowing a Temporary Sign/Banner Permit in
conjunction with issuance of a Temporary Emergency Use Permit during the period of the emergency is
reasonably related to the protection of property being impacted by the COVID-19 emergency , and allow
the City Manager, or his designee, to implement the temporary sign and banner permit process
including minor design deviations; and, forego all fees associated with Temporary Emergency Use
Permits and associated Temporary Sign/Banner Permits; and, direct and authorize staff to engage with
the Downtown BID to develop a possible Downtown Pilot Program along the Second Block of Main
Street, and return with program details for formal City Council consideration at the June 15th City
Council meeting .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
16. 20-1668 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-37 amending Resolution Nos. 2016-59, 2017-28,
2017-44, 2017-46, 2018-01, 2018-29, 2018-48, 2018-55, 2019-07, 2019-19 and 2019-
87, which established a Consolidated Comprehensive Citywide Master Fee and
Charges Schedule (Supplemental Fee Resolution No. 11) allowing patrons with
disabled parking to park for free in beach parking lots along PCH and downtown
parking structures
City Manager Chi introduced Community Services Director Chris Slama who presented an overview of
the plan.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy and Director Slama discussed that this program does not include the Beach
structure parking lot as it already has a discount program in place for vehicles with disabled placards.
Councilmember Brenden and Director Slama discussed details shown on Exhibit A, and confirmed that
handicap parking spaces do not have a time limit.
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Councilmember Posey explained that his intention has always been that the parking structure should
be included in this plan.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy asked for Police Chief Handy's input on this item, and he described some of the
issues related to the increasing fraudulent uses of handicap parking placards which take places away
from legitimate placards. He stated that allowing handicap parking placards in any structure parking
stall will increase fraudulent opportunities.
Councilmember Peterson stated his opposition for this item as it is stated because handicap placard
vehicles do get a reduced price for beach parking permits and structure parking rates .
Councilmember Carr stated her support for this item as she sees it as correcting for parking
inconsistencies for those with a handicap placard , and lack of hand icap parking within the City.
Council member Posey expressed his desire for the use of smart parking technology that d isplays
available handicap parking spots for all lots on a lot reader board and on an app.
Mayor Pro T em Hardy stated support for this item because she sees it as a happy med ium that will not
create major new issues for enforcement.
Mayor Semeta stated her support for the item , based on the statement made by Mayor Pro Tern Hardy.
A motion was made by Posey, second Carr to adopt Resolution No. 2020-37, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Resolution Nos. 2016-59, 2 01 7-28, 2017-44, 2017-
46, 2018-01, 2018-29, 2018-48, 2018-55, 2019-07, 2019-19 and 2 019-87, which established a
Consolidated Comprehensive Citywide Master Fee and Charges Schedule (Supplemental Fee
Resolution No . 11)."
The motion carr ied by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES :
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
Peterson
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
17. 20-1675 Item Submitted by Councilmember Posey Approved -Let's Go Fishing 90-Day
Lease Extension
Councilmember Posey provided the recent history of the Let's Go Fishing Pier lease , and explained this
is a good-will effort to make up for the time the Pier has been closed because of Covid -19 , and after the
90 days the lease would convert to month-to -month.
A motion was made by Posey , second Brenden to based on assessment of the situatio n, req uest that
the City Council vote to direct the City Manager to execute a new contract with Let's Go Fish ing to
provide for an additional 3-month term to the ir base lease agreement, pursuant to the te rms outlined
above .
Councilmembe r Peterso n asked if th is good-will effort is being offered to th e other Pier businesses ,
stating his beli ef that the City Manager Chi could implement a lease e xtension with out needing Council
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action . Councilmember Posey described his understanding of other businesses having multi -year
leases , and indicated that the request only involves Let's Go Fishing .
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy and City Manager Chi discussed whether, if approved by tonight's vote , the item
would have to return in two weeks for another vote to be effective . Mayor Pro Tern Hardy shared her
impression that City Manager could amend the agreement administratively without further consideration
by the Council. Councilmember Brenden concurred.
In response to Councilmember Peterson , City Attorney Gates explained that Councilmember Items are
ideas that if approved , provide direction to staff to return with a proposal for Council consideration and
final vote.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy expressed support for exercising caution in the decision .
A substitute motion was made by Semeta, second Peterson to based on assessment of the situation,
request that the City Council vote to direct the City Manager to utilize his administrative authority to
execute a new contract with Let's Go Fishing to provide for an additional 3-month term to their base
lease agreement, pursuant to the terms outlined above.
The substitute motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
Posey , and Delgleize
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Peterson thanked Johnny Nosich , owner of Johnny's Saloon & Pizzeria, for inviting him
to participate in the special effort to honor Marine Veteran Robert Roefs. Councilmember Peterson
thanked Police Chief Handy, staff, and City residents who helped to protect businesses during the
recent protest.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy reported going to Oak View Elementary School, at the request of the Mayor, to
help the Assistance League hand out books to children as they picked up their lunch . She also
congratulated Max Toledo, son of Communications Officer Julie Toledo , and Ian Carr, son of
Councilmember Carr, for graduating high school.
Councilmember Brenden reported attending an uplifting Calvary Chapel of the Harbor Pentecost
Sunday service, and thanked the congregation for their service to the community. He also expressed
gratitude and his commendations to the Huntington Beach Police Department for the outstanding way
they handled the protesters especially on Sunday , as well as the many volunteers who stepped up with
supplies and man power to proactively protect area businesses. He expressed his prayers and
condolences to Councilmember Carr on the recent passing of her father.
Councilmember Carr congratulated and commended all of the Huntington Beach High School
graduates . She also commended the Huntington Beach Police Department for effectively managing
the protesters, and stated that there are still many conversations to be had on social inequality and
injustice, and appreciates Police Chief Handy acknowledging the work that still needs to be done. She
announced that her father Buck passed away on Friday, just a few weeks shy of his 83rd birthday.
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Councilmember Posey shared from his perspective, violence has not appeared at Huntington Beach
protests because of the planning by the Police Department, and support of residents who stepped up
to assist area businesses.
Councilmember Delgleize expressed her gratitude for the way the Police Department handled the
protesters, and commended the area business owners, and res idents who voluntarily stepped forward
to support them , in proactively protecting the area. She encouraged people to practice kindness in
these stressful times.
Mayor Semeta expressed her empathy for George Floyd and the people who want to express their
angst, and commended the Police Department for having a plan that kept the peace as well as
businesses and people safe . She also acknowledged the cooperation and support from other
department staff, business owners, residents and area agency officers who stepped up to he lp keep
peace. Mayor Semeta congratulated the winners of the fireworks booth lottery drawing, and thanked
Supervisor Michelle Steel for passing down over $4. 7M in CARES Act funds directly to Huntington
Beach.
ADJOURNMENT -8 :45 PM to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City
Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, June 15, 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
ATTEST:
City Clefkl1deX: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