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City Council/Public Financing Authority Regular
and Housing Authority Special Meeting
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, June 15, 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 -5:01 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
Peterson
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS
(Received After Agenda Distribution) -None
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit)-None
A motion was made by Brenden , second by Posey to recess to Closed Session for Item 1. W ith no
objections , the motion passed .
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION -5:03 PM
CLOSED SESSION
1. 20-1703 Pursuant to Government Code§ 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into
Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following Workers'
Compensation Claims:
a. Jaime Lopez v . City of Huntington Beach; Workers' Comp . Case Nos. COHB-18-
0082, COHB-18-0154, COHB-16-0289 and COHB-13-0235; and
b . Gerard Melendrez v. City of Huntington Beach; Workers' Comp. Case No. COHB-
17-0207
6:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING AND CALLED TO
ORDER A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY
ROLL CALL
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Present:
Absent:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Councilmember Posey
INVOCATION
In permitting a nonsectarian invocation, the City does not intend to proselytize or advance any faith or
belief. Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular religious belief or form of invocation.
2. 20-1682 Mike Michaud from Dance 4 Joy Ministries and member of the Greater Huntington
Beach Interfaith Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY-None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
3. 20-1693 Mayor Semeta presented the Making A Difference Award to Huntington Beach
High School Student, Sophia Cendro
Mayor Semeta introduced Ms. Cendro as exhibiting the true spirit of the Making A Difference Award of
exceptional and selfless service. Ms. Cendro, 2020 Graduate of Huntington Beach High School,
received the Oiler of the Year Award for her innovative Trauma for Teachers program. Ms. Cendro
coordinated and organized many resources for this program to train and prepare school staff with
knowledge and supplies to treat victims of school violence -training which can also be used in the
greater community. Fire Chief Haberle announced that Ms. Cendro was just promoted and is now a
Lifeguard 11, a position she will hold through the summer before starting her nursing education in the
fall.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet.
City Manager's Report
#4. (20-1490) PowerPoint communication entitled Ascon Landfill Site Update submitted by Assistant
City Manager, Travis Hopkins.
#5. (20-1692) Email communications submitted by Dallas Weaver and Forest Earl.
#6. (20-1711) PowerPoint communication dated June 15, 2020, entitled Update on Recent Protest
Activity in Region submitted by Chief of Police, Robert Handy.
#6. (20-1711) Email communications submitted by Steve Crowley, Shammy Dee and Carlos Lopez.
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Consent Calendar
#9. (20-1504) Email communications submitted by:
Leon Heimkes Jerome Schreiber
Lisa Simington (2) Alex & Georgia Gilderman
Bonnie Cayer Alice Elderkin
Administrative Items
Lynda Engel
Sabrina Schreiber
Cynthia Sanchez
#22. (20-1697) PowerPoint communication submitted by Assistant to the City Manager, Brittany Mello,
entitled COVID-19 Small Business Relief Program.
#22. (20-1697) Revised Staff Report and Updated Attachment 1 submitted by Marie Knight, Director
of Organizational Learning and Engagement.
#23. (20-1712) Email communication submitted by Bob Bolen, including two letters, one with
signatures from Second Block business owners.
#23. (20-1712) Email communications submitted by Sue Welfringer, Amory Hanson, Robert Koury and
Steve Shepard.
Councilmember Items
#24. (20-1714) Email communications submitted by Pat Goodman and Rabbi Stephen J. Einstein.
#25. (20-1715) Inter-Office Memo and substitute George Floyd Resolution submitted by
Councilmembers Carr and Delgleize.
#25. (20-1715) Email communications submitted by Pat Goodman and Rabbi Stephen J. Einstein.
City Manager Oliver Chi announced that staff is requesting to withdraw Consent Calendar Item
No. 9 (20-1504) regarding establishing Permit Parking District "Z" for further modifications.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) -29 In-Person Speakers; 10 Speakers by phone
At 6:00 PM, individuals wishing to provide a comment on an agendized or non-agendized item were
instructed to call 1 + (669) 900-6833 and enter Webinar ID: 941 8390 5102. Once a caller entered the
meeting, their call was placed in a holding queue and answered in the order received. When invited to
speak, callers were encouraged to identify themselves by name, and allowed to 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 athttp://www.surfcity-hb.org/governmentlagendas.
Tien Tran, a 22-year resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and shared his opinion on the
poor condition of the tennis courts at both Edison Community Center and LeBard Park, and stated a
petition with 105 signatures requesting maintenance and repairs was submitted at change.org.
(00:15:18)
Kelly Miller, Visit HB Team Member, Downtown Business Improvement District Board Member, and 7-
year resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and stated support for Administrative Item No.
23 (20-1712) regarding a Pilot Program to close the Second Block of Main Street to traffic. (00:17:39)
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Ralph Bauer, long-time resident of Huntington Beach and former Council Member and Mayor, was
called to speak and shared comments on the Huntington Beach Declaration of Human Dignity that he
helped create in 1996, his hope for united humanity, his support for police departments, and suggested
that a Commission of Social Justice be formed so the police can focus on fighting crime. (00:20:56)
Shirley Dettloff, long-time resident of Huntington Beach and former Council Member and Mayor, was
called to speak and commended the City Council and staff for their leadership during this pandemic
which kept City Hall functioning. Ms. Dettloff asked that the Council reaffirm the Huntington Beach
Declaration of Human Dignity, which she helped create in 1996, to reaffirm that the City does not
tolerate any form of racism or prejudice. (00:23:29)
Ken Inouye, a long-time resident of Huntington Beach, Orange County Human Relations Council
Chairman, and First Chair of the Huntington Beach Human Relations Task Force, was called to speak
and stated support for Councilmember Items No. 24 (20-1714) to Reaffirm the City's Commitment to
the Declaration of Human Dignity Policy, and No. 25 (20-1715) City Council Resolution to Stand
Together in Unity as oneHB. (00:26:57)
Ashley Dos Santos was called to speak and stated support for Councilmember Items No. 24 (20-1714)
to Reaffirm the City's Commitment to the Declaration of Human Dignity Policy, and No. 25 (20-1715)
City Council Resolution to Stand Together in Unity as oneHB. (00:28:44)
Robert Bolen, owner of Huntington Beach Realty and Downtown property, was called to speak and
stated opposition to Administrative Item No. 23 (20-1712) regarding a Pilot Program to close the
Second Block of Main Street to traffic. (00:32:02)
Garry Troxell was called to speak and shared his opinion on race relations. (00:34:29)
Sheila Krussman was called to speak and shared her dismay that so many City amenities, such as the
libraries, are being unnecessarily shut down due to COVID-19 and encouraged immediate re-openings.
Mayor Semeta asked her to complete a blue card for follow-up. (00:36:59)
Susie Smith, owner of Making Waves Hair Salon on Main Street, was called to speak and stated
opposition to Administrative Item No. 23 (20-1712) regarding a Pilot Program to close the Second Block
of Main Street to traffic, and asked for more planning time so that every Downtown business has the
opportunity to weigh in on the project. (00:40:21)
Sandy Taylor, owner of two businesses on Main Street, was called to speak and stated opposition to
Administrative Item No. 23 (20-1712) regarding a Pilot Program to close the Second Block of Main
Street to traffic. (00:42:30)
Tanya Brown, owner of a business on Main Street, was called to speak and stated opposition to
Administrative Item No. 23 (20-1712) regarding a Pilot Program to close the Second Block of Main
Street to traffic, and added that she is a small business owner in need of funding but every COVID-19
application has been denied. Mayor Semeta asked her to complete a blue card for follow-up. (00:43:09)
Scott Tucker, Gallagher's Pub and Grill owner, was called to speak and stated that if Administrative
Item No. 23 (20-1712) regarding a Pilot Program to close the Second Block of Main Street to traffic is
not going to benefit all Downtown businesses, then the plan should not be approved, and added that as
a small business owner he also has not been approved for any COVID-19 funding. (00:45:14)
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Amanda Crater, a resident of Huntington Beach and former member of the Youth Board, was called to
speak and shared her opinions and solutions regarding positive ways to respond to racism. Mayor
Semeta asked her to complete a blue card for follow-up. (00:47:22)
Macey Lachman, a resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and shared her opinions and
solutions regarding effective ways to respond to homelessness. (00:50:42)
Rhonda Bolten, resident, business owner and parent in Huntington Beach, and member of the Human
Relations Task Force, was called to speak and stated her personal support for Councilmember Items
No. 24 (20-1714) to Reaffirm the City's Commitment to the Declaration of Human Dignity Policy, and
No. 25 (20-1715) City Council Resolution to Stand Together in Unity as oneHB. (00:53:23)
An anonymous speaker, a resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and shared her opinions
regarding protesters and support for ending racism. (00:55:20)
Kathryn Levassiur, a resident of Huntington Beach since 1959, was called to speak and stated support
for Councilmember Items No. 24 (20-1714) to Reaffirm the City's Commitment to the Declaration of
Human Dignity Policy, and No. 25 (20-1715) City Council Resolution to Stand Together in Unity as
oneHB. (00:56:38)
Brittany Baddon, a long-time resident of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and shared personal
racism she has experienced in Huntington Beach as a Black woman, and asked that City leadership
show and express support for Black lives. (00:59:19)
An anonymous speaker was called to speak and shared her opinions on changes needed to eliminate
the systemic racism found in police departments. (01 :02:01)
An anonymous speaker was called to speak and shared concerns about the Huntington Beach police
refusing to report as a hate crime a racist incident he personally experienced. (01 :04:47)
An anonymous speaker, a Marine who served overseas, was called to speak and shared his personal
opinions and experiences related to peaceful protesting in Huntington Beach, and the racial response
from the Huntington Beach Police Department. (01 :08:00)
Miriam, a Huntington Beach homeowner, was called to speak and shared her opinions regarding
blatant racism disguised as patriotism in Huntington Beach, and asked for unity to move beyond the
current system of suppression. (01: 11 :28)
An anonymous speaker was called to speak and read a petition which defined situations of blatant
racism observed at Huntington Beach protests, and asked that City leadership condemn the vigilante
and white supremacy acts rather than condoning them through silence on the issue. (01: 14:54)
Megan Fowler, a 10-year homeowner and local business owner, was called to speak and read
comments from a petition which stated that white supremacy is rampant in Huntington Beach, and
asked that City leaders denounce, not ignore, local acts of racism. (01: 18: 17)
Natalie Moser, a 40-year resident of Huntington Beach, a 2020 Candidate for Huntington Beach City
Council, and Human Relations Task Force Chair, was called to speak and shared personal experiences
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related to hate and racist actions in Huntington Beach and asked that the Council lead the way to
necessary changes. (01:21:31)
Debbie Zuganelis, Property Manager for Robert Koury Properties, was called to speak and stated
opposition to Administrative Item No. 23 (20-1712) regarding a Pilot Program to close the Second Block
of Main Street to traffic, and asked for more planning time so that concerns such as security and
options for temporary expansion into the street or a back parking area are properly addressed.
(01 :24:43)
Russell Neal, a resident of Huntington Beach, representing the Huntington Beach Republican Assembly
(HBRA), was called to speak and stated support for the way City leaders and the Police Department
handled recent Huntington Beach protests. (01 :28:00)
Caller 458, Evan Miller, a resident and Huntington Beach small business owner, was invited to speak
and shared his personal experiences as a peaceful protester, and asked why the obvious white
supremacists are not identified as such by the Huntington Beach Police Department, and stated his
support for re-evaluating Police Department spending to increase community support efforts and
reduce Department weaponry. (01:30:11)
Megan Salazar was called to speak and shared her opinions on the recent protests and racism
exhibited in Huntington Beach. (01 :32:57)
Caller 950, Mercedes Costello, a mental health professional serving Huntington Beach, was invited to
speak and stated her opinion that the two police officers on the Homeless Task Force should be
replaced with two social workers or mental health professionals. (01 :36:06)
Caller 525, Jasmine Garner, a resident of Huntington Beach, was invited to speak and stated her
support for Councilmember Item No. 25 (20-1715) City Council Resolution to Stand Together in Unity
as oneHB, and requested that this resolution result in a plan of action. (01 :37:47)
Caller 133, Amory Hanson, a 2020 Candidate for City Council, and member of the Historic Resources
Board, was invited to speak and stated his opinion that cancelling all deliberative meetings is illegal,
and requested that all Huntington Beach deliberative assemblies be allowed to resume by July 1, 2020.
(01 :40:23)
Caller 406, Stephanie, a Huntington Beach resident, was invited to speak and stated her opinions
regarding the ineffectiveness of Huntington Beach police during the recent peaceful protests, and
encouraged Council to revise the budget to increase funding for social services to properly impact
public safety and equality issues. (01 :42:27)
Caller 102, Shefrad, was invited to speak and described a hate crime observed at the beach, and her
frustrating experience of trying to dialogue with the City Council and the totally unsatisfactory response
she received. (01 :44:51)
Caller 999, Mona Pritchard, was invited to speak and shared experiences of friends who were the
recipients of white supremacist actions during the recent Huntington Beach protests, expressed dismay
that her communication to Councilmembers has not been acknowledged, and stated her opinion that
counter-protesters appear to be protected in Huntington Beach. (01:46:10)
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Caller 181, requesting to remain anonymous, was invited to speak and shared her opinions regarding
the rampant racism in Huntington Beach, and the apparent support for counter protesters and white
supremacists as evidenced by lack of any denouncement by City leaders. (01 :49:32)
Caller 286, Laura Syer, a 50 plus-year resident of Huntington Beach, was invited to speak and stated
her support for Councilmember Item No. 24 (20-1714) to Reaffirm the City's Commitment to the
Declaration of Human Dignity Policy, and encouraged more than just words as the City tries to do
better. (01 :52:48)
Caller 970, Jason Obert, owner of Easy Rider on Main Street for 17 years, was invited to speak and
stated opposition to Administrative Item No. 23 (20-1712) regarding a Pilot Program to close the
Second Block of Main Street to traffic, and asked for more planning time so that concerns such as
security and sanitizing options are properly addressed. (01 :54:20)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Posey thanked Mayor Semeta for her support for his appointment to the Local Agency
Formation Commission (LAFCO) which advises the County Board of Supervisors.
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending an Orange County Transportation Authority Board
meeting, meeting with the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA), and attending the
Southern California Edison Governor Affairs committee to discuss preparations for the fire season.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
4. 20-1490 Ascon Landfill Site Update
Assistant City Manager Travis Hopkins presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Ascon Landfill
Site Update with slides titled: Current Status, Week of June 15th, How to Stay Informed, and Questions
or Concerns?
5. 20-1692 Update of the City COVID-19 Response Plan and Actions for Review and
Discussion
City Manager Chi presented a PowerPoint communication entitled City of Huntington Beach COVID-19
Response Update with slides titled: Situational Update U.S. Totals (2), Orange County (2), Huntington
Beach, HB EMS Response Statistics, Local Available Hospital Resources, Orange County
Hospitalizations I ICU Utilization Rates, Huntington Beach City Services Update ( 4 ), Opening Up the
California Economy, Huntington Beach Economic Recovery Task Force (2), Planning Efforts Underway,
and Questions?
Mayor Semeta commended staff members who have worked diligently to get the HBReadylOpen
website operational as a resource for public questions related to allowed activities.
Councilmember Brenden shared that members of the community have commented to him about how
quickly City staff keep the websites updated, and suggested that with street sweeping starting up there
be a period of Courtesy Notifications before tickets are issued for parking violations.
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Councilmember Posey and City Manager Chi discussed that for the last two weeks all parking lots have
been open.
6. 20-1711 Report on Protest and Related Activity in Huntington Beach
City Manager Chi stated that he is proud of the way Police Chief Rob Handy has handled the difficult
situations in the last few weeks, and he knows for certain that Chief Handy absolutely detests acts of
racism in any form and desires to work for a better Huntington Beach.
Police Chief Rob Handy shared that he has had personal and meaningful conversations with members
of the community to discuss their experiences at recent protests, and stated that he, nor members of
the Police Department, tolerate or protect racism. He clarified that the Police Department cannot control
people's speech, however, when it becomes a motive for a crime, then action is taken.
Chief Handy expressed his pride at how the men and women of the Police Department conducted
themselves on May 31 under very difficult circumstances. He explained the equipment they used was
for their own protection from the projectiles thrown by some protesters, and reviewed the plan of action
which he had approved.
Police Chief Handy presented a PowerPoint communication entitled: Update on Recent Protest Activity
in the Region and in Huntington Beach with slides titled: Background (2), May 31st Protest in HB, June
6th Protest in HB, Conclusion, and Questions?
Council member Posey complimented Chief Handy and department staff for their professional response
to the situations, and for their efforts to communicate with the community throughout the protests.
Councilmember Peterson and Chief Handy discussed the current body camera policy.
Councilmember Carr and Chief Handy discussed the items such as piles of rocks, bottles, and cinder
blocks with handles which were perceived by area residents and business owners as having been
positioned for possible protester use. They also discussed available routes for protesters to leave once
police declared an unlawful assembly and actively moved to disperse the crowd.
Councilmember Carr expressed her appreciation to Chief Handy for candidly responding to her
questions, and stated she believes the department did an amazing job of keeping peace and protecting
the protesters.
Mayor Semeta shared that Chief Handy has integrity and a passion to protect public safety, and from
personal interactions with him knows he truly is heartbroken hearing about experiences of racism within
the City.
Councilmember Delgleize expressed her support for Chief Handy and department staff, acknowledged
their integrity, and stated the need to openly discuss the racist situations which have happened, and the
planning needed to make changes. Chief Handy briefly described a recent meeting he had with
protesters from both sides of the issue to discuss tolerance, the right to protest, and reducing the fears,
as an example of changes being made in small groups. He stated there is still room to do better, but
progress is being made as the focus remains on keeping the community safe.
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Councilmember Posey and Chief Handy discussed processes for protest arrests which will all be
reviewed by the City or County Prosecutor, or District Attorney.
Councilmember Brenden thanked Chief Handy for being strong through all of this, and keeping the
peace. Councilmember Brenden expressed gratitude for Chief Handy's ability to make changes and
adjustments as situations change, and appreciation for the opportunities Chief Handy provides to
communicate such things as use-of-force policies to the community at large.
Chief Handy closed his presentation by stating that two-thirds of those arrested were not from
Huntington Beach. He added that generally speaking, agencies in California are further ahead in
meeting the "Eight That Can't Wait" policies that are being advocated nationally, and stated a
commitment to remain responsive with. the intent to improve.
CONSENT CALENDAR
7. 20-1681 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 18, 2020, as written and on file in the office of the City
Clerk; and, approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes
dated June 1, 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
8. 20-1678 Accepted Park Improvements and accepted a Guarantee and Warranty Bond for
the LeBard Redevelopment Project (Tract 17801) at 20461 Craimer Lane
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to accept park improvements for the LeBard
Redevelopment Project (Tract 17801 ), and instruct the City Clerk to record the Acceptance of Public
Park Improvements (Tract 17801) form (Attachment #2) with the Orange County Recorder; and, accept
Guarantee and Warranty Bond No. 36K012699 (Attachment #3); the security furnished for guarantee
and warranty of park improvements, and instruct the City Clerk to file the bond with the City Treasurer;
and, instruct the City Clerk to notify the developer, HB Homes Management, LLC, of this action, and the
City Treasurer to notify the Surety, the Ohio Casualty Insurance Company, of this action.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
9. 20-1504 ITEM WITHDRAWN FROM CONSIDERATION Adept ReselutieR Ne. 2020 18
establishiR!I Permit ParkiR!I IJistriGt "Z" affeGtiRg resideRts aleRg the Heil AveRue
freRtage read betweeR GeldeRwest Street aRd Sabet baRe, aRd Sabet baRe
betweeR Heil AveRue aRd SuRlight Drive
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10. 20-1663 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-28 concerning the status and update of the City's
Local Signal Synchronization Plan (LSSP) for the Measure M (M2) Program;
Adopted Resolution No. 2020-36 concerning the status and update of the
Pavement Management Plan (PMP) for the Measure M2 Program; and Adopted a 7-
Year Capital Improvement Program {CIP) for the Fiscal Years 2020/21 through
2026/27 for compliance with renewed Measure M eligibility requirements
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to adopt Resolution No. 2020-28, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Concerning the Update of the Local Signal
Synchronization Plan for the Measure M (M2) Program"; and, adopt Resolution No. 2020-36, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Concerning the Status and Update of the
Pavement Management Plan for the Measure M2 Program"; and, adopt the 7-Year Capital
Improvement Program (Fiscal Years 2020/21 through 2026/27) included as Attachment #3 for
compliance with renewed Measure M eligibility requirements.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
11. 20-1659
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
Adopted Resolution No. 2020-35 authorizing the adoption of Chapter 10 of the
California Department of Transportation's (Caltrans) Local Assistance Procedures
Manual
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to Adopt Resolution No. 2020-35, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting Chapter 10 of the Local Assistance Procedures
Manual of the California Department of Transportation."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
12. 20-1660 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-38 approving Plans and Specifications for the
County of Orange East Garden Grove-Wintersburg Channel Project
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to adopt Resolution No. 2020-38, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Approving Construction of the Improvements to the East
Garden Grove-Wintersburg Channel (Facility COS) to be funded by the Orange County Flood Control
District."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
13. 20-1689 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-40 authorizing the deposit and investment of excess
funds with the Treasurer-Tax Collector of the County of Orange, California
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A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to adopt Resolution No. 2020-40, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing the Deposit and Investment of Excess Funds
with the Treasurer-Tax Collector of the County of Orange, California."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
14. 20-1680
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
Adopted Resolution Nos. 2020-41 and 2020-42 that call for and consolidate with
the County of Orange to conduct the General Municipal Election for City Officers
(three Members of the City Council, a City Clerk, and a City Treasurer) to be held
on Tuesday, November 3, 2020
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to adopt Resolution No. 2020-41, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach, California, calling for the holding of a General Municipal
Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, for the election of certain officers as required by the
provisions of the City Charter;" and, adopt Resolution No. 2020-42, "A Resolution of the City Council of
the City of Huntington Beach, California, requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Orange
to consolidate a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, with the
Statewide General Election to be held on the same date pursuant to § 10403 of the Elections Code."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
15. 20-1690
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
Adopted Resolution No. 2020-43 supporting the delay of the implementation of
Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 15064.3 (Vehicle Miles
Traveled CEQA Analysis)
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to adopt Resolution No. 2020-43, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Requesting that the Governor of California Delay
Implementation of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 15064.3 (Vehicle Miles
Traveled -CEQA Analysis)."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
16. 20-1679 Approved and authorized execution of a three-year and six month Services
Agreement with the City of Newport Beach for Public Safety Helicopter Services
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute "Services Agreement for Public Safety Helicopter Support between the City of Huntington
Beach and the City of Newport Beach."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
17. 20-1696
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Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
Approved and authorized execution of a 3-year License Agreement with 444
Unlimited for the use of the Servicemark/Trademark and Logos associated with
"oneHB" and approve appropriation
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the "License Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and 444 Unlimited, LLC, for the
Use of the Servicemark/Trademark and Logos Associated With 'oneHB';" and, approve the budget
appropriation in the oneHB Business Support Fund as the City receives revenues from the sale of
"oneHB" items.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
18. 20-1702
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
Authorized and directed the Executive Director of the Housing Authority to
execute the following agreements by and between the Huntington Beach Housing
Authority and Five Points Senior LP: 1) First Amendment to Declaration of
Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, and 2) Second Amendment to Affordable
Housing Agreement
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to authorize and direct the Executive Director of the
Housing Authority to execute the "First Amendment to Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and
Restrictions," (Attachment #4); and authorize and direct the Executive Director of the Housing Authority
to execute the "Second Amendment to the Affordable Housing Agreement," (Attachment #5).
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
19. 20-1704
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
Approved the addition of Firefighter I Paramedic Trainee to the Temporary
Position Listing, and the Firefighter I Paramedic Trainee Employment Agreement
Form
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve the addition of Firefighter I Paramedic
Trainee to the "City of Huntington Beach Pay Schedule for Part-Time Non-Permanent and Non-
Classified Employees;" and, approve the attached Firefighter I Paramedic Trainee Employment
Agreement approved as to form by the City Attorney, and authorize the City Manager or his designee to
execute the document.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
PUBLIC HEARING
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20. 20-1599 ITEM CONTINUED WITH PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED TO A SPECIAL MEETING ON
JUNE 29, 2020 -Consider Adopting Resolution No. 2020-39 to Adopt a Budget for
the City for Fiscal Year 2020/2021; Resolution No. 2020-32 establishing the Gann
Appropriation Limit and Financial Policies; and Resolution No. 2020-44 to Grant
another Designated Period for Two Years Additional Service Credit
City Clerk Estanislau announced that individuals wishing to provide a comment for a Public Hearing
Item could call 1 +(699) 900-6833 and enter Webinar ID: 941 8390 5102, with the same guidelines used
for Public Comments.
Chief Financial Officer Dahle Bulosan and City Manager Oliver Chi jointly presented a PowerPoint
communication entitled FY 2020121 Budget Review with slides titled: Proposed FY 2020121 Budget,
RECAP: FY 2020121 Budget Study Session Overview, Section 115 Retirement Trust, Proposal to Fund
$1 M Section 115 Trust Contribution, Early Retirement Program I Workforce Reduction Analysis,
Workforce Reduction Plan Overview, Eligible Employee Census Information, Early Retirement Options:
Cal PERS Program vs. Self-Designed Program, One-Time Costs vs. Permanent Cost Savings, Early
Retirement Program Cost Savings Analysis -Miscellaneous, Early Retirement Program Cost Savings
Analysis -Safety (Sworn), Early Retirement Program Cost Savings Analysis -Safety (Management),
Cost Comparison Summary, Early Retirement Program Recommendation, FY 2020121 Budget
Summary, City Council Approval Requested, and Questions?
Councilmember Peterson and staff discussed details for the Cal PERS early retirement plan, and
Councilmember Peterson stated he will not support a golden parachute program, especially after just
approving raises. He added that he supports actions A through E, but cannot support action F
regarding the CalPERS early retirement program.
Councilmember Posey and staff discussed details regarding the CalPERS early retirement plan. There
was also discussion of ways that other cities are balancing their budget, and considerations if staff
reductions are managed on a department or Memorandum of Understanding negotiation basis.
Councilmember Posey stated he would like to consider options that wouldn't require an expensive
incentive, and City Manager Chi responded any other options would take longer and therefore delay the
cost reduction.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy and City Manager Chi discussed that two potential choices for early retirement
were reviewed with each bargaining group, rather than through a survey, and City Manager Chi stated
that based on the review comments far fewer people would participate in a self-designed plan. Mayor
Pro Tern Hardy confirmed with City Manager Chi that all the costs for a self-designed plan would have
to be paid up front, whereas the CalPERS plan allows up to five (5) years for payment.
Councilmember Brenden and City Manager Chi discussed the cost of early retirement and the potential
bump in unfunded accrued liability, an amount which could be anywhere from $2M up to $6M,
depending upon the number of people who participate; a 90-day opt-in deadline; a possible cap on the
number of vacated positions that could be filled; and evaluating how lean the City should operate going
forward.
Mayor Semeta opened the Public Hearing.
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City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced receipt of the following Supplemental Communications for this
item, and stated there were no public speakers:
#20. (20-1599)
1) A PowerPoint communication entitled City of Huntington Beach -FY 2020121 Budget Review
submitted by Dahle Bulosan, Chief Financial Officer.
2) Email communications submitted by
Jackson Kerins Christina Gallup
Sam Apodaca Emily Thompson
Alix Quenneville Kirsten Shiner
Julia A. Sienski Nicle Granados
Alexia Simitian Erica Granados
Tameri Bushra
Devyn Ellis
Heather Kim
Josh Guillermo
Alexa Sorenson (03:52: 19)
With no one present to speak on the item, Mayor Semeta closed the Public Hearing.
Council member Hardy stated support for the CalPERS early retirement program and the opportunity it
presents for restructuring, however, she does not support replacement caps until there is a clearer
picture of the department(s) affected. She thanked staff for placing $1 M in the Section 115 Trust.
Council member Carr also thanked staff for placing $1 M in the Section 115 Trust, and expressed her
concern regarding losing institutional knowledge through an early retirement program. She asked City
Manager Chi for more details on restructuring.
City Manager Chi described the restructuring plan as evaluating how to make internal processes more
streamlined and easier so that the departments directly serving the community have less internal
bureaucracy to deal with, and developing ways to push the decision-making process lower in the
organization to ensure those employees trying to solve a customer issue have the authority to do so.
Councilmember Delgleize and City Manager Chi discussed that if no action is taken regarding early
retirement, there would be an immediate budget deficit of $6.2M, an amount which would most likely
increase moving into future years.
Councilmember Posey shared his concerns regarding the future costs of early retirement, and City
Manager Chi responded those costs would be offset by the reduction of salary and benefits for those
who take early retirement. City Manager Chi added that the ultimate purpose is to restructure the
organization to achieve long-term savings for a balanced operating budget while still providing
exemplary service to the community.
Councilmember Brenden stated his concern that an early retirement program will produce a long-term
impact when the real need is to solve a hopefully short-term issue caused primarily by COVID-19. He
added that his preference would be to consider allocating Reserves and possibly a hiring freeze for a
year to meet the projected $6.2M deficit, and then re-evaluate the situation in a year with a better
understanding of the accuracy of the current revenue forecast. City Manager Chi explained that
currently there is a lot of government stimulus funding which will not continue, and economic
projections expect the COVID-19 downturn to extend for at least 2 to 3 years.
Mayor Semeta stated her reservations for an early retirement program which could be a very expensive
option, and discussed with City Manager Chi the budget actions taken by other cities in Orange County
such as new sales tax, layoffs, early retirement incentives, and pay cuts.
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Councilmember Delgleize expressed her opinion that staffing adjustments are needed, and an early
retirement program would allow for better staffing control for reorganizing.
Councilmember Brenden stated his opinion that there are so many options and too many unanswered
questions to make a decision now.
A motion was made by Brenden, second Posey, to continue to a Special Meeting on June 29, 2020 the
proposed FY 2020/2021 City budget appropriation of $358,975,051 as outlined in the Proposed Budget
document; and, adoption of Resolution No. 2020-39, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Adopting a Budget for the City for Fiscal Year 2020/21 ;"and, authorize the
Professional Services included in the FY 2020/2021 budget to be representative of the services
projected to be utilized by departments in FY 2020/2021; and, adoption Resolution No. 2020-32, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Establishing the Gann Appropriation
Limit for Fiscal Year 2020/2021" of $1,001,044,445; and, approve budget adjustments to the FY
2020/2021 Proposed Budget in the Funds and by the amounts contained in Attachment 2, Exhibit A-1;
and, adoption of Resolution No. 2020-44, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington
Beach to grant another designated period for two years additional service credit," authorizing the
implementation of the CalPERS early retirement program, and authorizing the City Manager to take all
administrative and budgetary actions necessary to implement the CalPERS early retirement program.
Discussion ensued on approving all recommendations, with the exception of the early retirement
incentive. Councilmembers Brenden and Posey stated support for the motion as stated.
A substitute motion was made by Peterson, second Hardy to approve the proposed FY 2020/2021 City
budget appropriation of $358,975,051 as outlined in the Proposed Budget document; and, adopt
Resolution No. 2020-39, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting a
Budget for the City for Fiscal Year 2020/21 ;"and, authorize the Professional Services included in the
FY 2020/2021 budget to be representative of the services projected to be utilized by departments in FY
2020/2021; and, adopt Resolution No. 2020-32, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Establishing the Gann Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2020/2021" of
$1,001,044,445; and, approve budget adjustments to the FY 2020/2021 Proposed Budget in the Funds
and by the amounts contained in Attachment 2, Exhibit A-1.
Mayor Semeta and City Manager Chi clarified that if the Council approves budget items excluding the
CalPERS early retirement incentive, as presented in the substitute motion, then there will be a $6.2M
deficit that would be filled through reserves, and any additional cuts would impact actual service
delivery.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy withdrew her second to Councilmember Peterson's substitute motion.
The original motion made by Brenden, seconded by Posey, carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
Hardy
21. 20-1707 Public Hearing Held-Approved Amendment No. 2 (SUBSTANTIAL) to Fiscal Year
2019-20 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and
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HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) Programs, and Amendment to the 2015-
2019 Citizen Participation Plan
Community Development Director Ursula Luna-Reynosa presented a Power Point communication
entitled CDBG Annual Action Plan Amendment No 2 (Substantial) & 2015-2019 Citizen Participation
Plan Amendment with slides titled: Discussion Items, Amendment #2 to 2019-20 Annual Action Plan -
Substantial, Amendment to 2019-20 Annual Action Plan(2), 2015-19 Citizen Participation Plan
Amendment(2),and Questions?
Mayor Semeta opened the Public Hearing for this item.
City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced receipt of the following Supplemental Communications for this
item, and stated there were no public speakers:
#21. (20-1707)
A PowerPoint communication entitled CDBG Annual Action Plan Amendment No. 2 (SUBSTANTIAL) &
2015-2019 Citizen Participation Plan Amendment submitted by Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of
Community Development.
With no one signed up to speak, Mayor Semeta closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Posey, second Semeta to approve Amendment No. 2 (SUBSTANTIAL) to the
City of Huntington Beach Fiscal Year 2019-20 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development
Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Programs; and, approve an Amendment to the 2015-
2019 Citizen Participation Plan; and, authorize the City Manager to sign all necessary U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development documents and take all other administrative and budgetary actions
necessary to utilize the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act funds.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
At 10:52 PM, a motion was made by Posey, second Hardy, to allow the meeting to continue past
the hour of 11 :00 PM. The motion carried by a 7-0 vote.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
22. 20-1697 Approved the COVID-19 Small Business Relief Program and Delegated to the City
Manager, with Approval as to Form by the City Attorney, the Authority to Execute
the Agreement with Orange County Small Business Development Center to
Administer the Program
Assistant to the City Manager Brittany Mello presented a Power Point communication entitled COVID-
19 Small Business Relief Program with slides titled: CARES Act Funding for Small Businesses,
Program Development, Huntington Beach Economic Recovery Task Force, COVID-19 Small Business
Relief Program, Eligibility Criteria(2), Program Administration, Program Timeline, Staff
Recommendations, and Questions?
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Mayor Semeta stated that the meeting held with the Economic Recovery Task Force was very
productive and helpful in developing this program.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy inquired, and staff confirmed that the fee waiver will be available to assist 7 to 15
additional businesses, and asked that City Councilmembers be included in all marketing efforts for this
program.
Councilmember Peterson thanked Mayor Semeta and the Economic Recovery Task Force for their
efforts to make this program a reality for the small businesses of Huntington Beach.
Councilmember Delgleize, Mayor Semeta and Councilmember Peterson discussed the effort to help as
many businesses as possible in determining award parameters, and Mayor Semeta explained that the
City's micro-grant program funds would be available once these funds are exhausted. Staff stated that
the oneHB website will have program details, and it is expected that 475 up to 950 businesses will
benefit from this program.
Councilmember Posey complimented Mayor Semeta for bringing this money in, and they discussed
how the formula was developed by the County to use population as the criteria for disbursing funds to
cities.
Councilmember Carr confirmed with staff that the lottery process will not take into consideration
business size, that the number of employees criteria means full-time employees, and that the lottery will
give priority (they will have two lottery entries rather than one) to businesses that have not received
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) or Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) funding.
Council member Brenden and Mayor Semeta discussed that only one of the four listed requirements
has to be met in order for a business to qualify. There was further conversation among staff and
Councilmembers to clarify Federal stipulations for these funds, and discussion on the extensive
marketing efforts to ensure all qualified businesses are aware of this program.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Semeta to approve the COVID-19 Small Business Relief
Program; and, delegate to the City Manager, with Approval as to Form by the City Attorney, the
authority to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Huntington Beach and the
Orange County Small Business Development Center to Administer the COVID-19 Small Business
Relief Program" and to allow the City Manager to take all administrative and budgetary actions to
execute the program. (Revised Recommended Action provided by Supplemental Communication)
The motion as amended carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
23. 20-1712
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
TABLED TO A SPECIAL MEETING ON JUNE 29, 2020-Consideration of an
Agreement with Choura Events to create a Pilot Program to close the Second
Block of Main Street to traffic for outdoor commerce as a response to the COVID-
19 pandemic
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A PowerPoint communication was presented by Community Development Director Ursula Luna-
Reynosa entitled Downtown Pilot Project with slides titled: Inspiration Parklets (2), Laguna Beach,
Public Art Opportunities, Messaging Opportunities, Project Description, Budget, and Thank You
Councilmember Delgleize and Director Luna-Reynosa discussed that using the outdoor parklet concept
might encourage people to return to the Downtown area who otherwise might choose to not enter into a
Downtown business. Director Luna-Reynosa explained that the funds to pay for this concept would
come from the CARES program for COVID-19 response. Councilmember Delgleize stated she is
interested in supporting Downtown businesses in a method they choose to draw people to that area,
but expressed concerns about how cleanliness and safety/security would be provided.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy shared with staff her concerns about the BID and the vote, cleaning protocols,
who will ensure that space is available only to intended customers, signage matching the VisitHB style,
whether the Coastal Commission has any impact on this plan, how this plan might affect bringing back
SurfCity Nights, social distancing guidelines for ingress/egress, and the monitoring and enforcement of
agreements for sidewalk table placement. Mayor Pro Tern Hardy stated she sees this effort as an
opportunity to help everyone see what a closed Main Street could look like.
Director Luna-Reynosa stated that the BID survey was distributed to the entire membership and
received a 28% response, compared to the typical 5% response for any previous survey, and the vote
mentioned was a vote of the Board, not of the membership. She confirmed that procedures will be
implemented to ensure a sanitary environment and that the area does not become a sleeping area at
night. The Coastal Commission has granted permit waivers related to COVID-19 responses, and
requested to be kept up to date. Director Luna-Reynosa and Mayor Pro Tern Hardy discussed that this
plan is a temporary solution initially paid for by COVID-19 funds, however if it proves to be popular and
the BID has interest in using it long-term, then the BID should expect to fund it.
Councilmember Posey and City Manager Chi discussed possible uses, and restrictions, related to the
$1.7M received for COVID-19 related costs, including covering the 25% of FEMA unreimbursed
COVID-19 expenses, enhancing beach and park restroom cleanings, and pressure washing Downtown,
facilitating additional homeless response activities, and allowing for additional new COVID-19
responsibilities.
Councilmember Posey applauded staff for putting together such a comprehensive option, and
expressed his opinion that this plan could provide benefits for the greater Downtown area and not
necessarily only the businesses adjacent to the parklets. He asked what the down side could be for this
temporary plan, and the financial commitment from BID.
Director Luna-Reynosa responded the BID Board voted to provide $10,000 towards the hard costs for
setting up, and in-kind services for security and maintenance, and suggested there needs to be more
discussion with BID to fine-tune and finalize those details before an agreement is signed with Choura
Events.
Councilmember Carr expressed the need for a meeting or two with the businesses opposed and
supporting the concept, and to provide an opportunity to solve the issues being raised for real costs,
sanitation, and security, and suggested no decision be made at this time.
Councilmember Brenden stated he would like to have BID more involved in the planning and decision-
making, and encouraged the City to cover the initial costs. He also suggested that at minimum the
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Surfing Museum parking lot be utilized for temporary service expansion, whether or not Main Street is
approved.
Director Luna-Reynosa clarified that staff did meet with BID in putting this plan together.
Councilmember Peterson stated one inexpensive test solution could be to allow the restaurants to
place some of their tables and chairs on the sidewalk, and/or close down the 2nd block of Main Street
during selected hours and days, which would also eliminate the after-hours security and table sanitation
concerns. He also suggested that the City's available CARES funding could then be used for increased
power washing in the parking structure, as well as for cleaning beach and park restrooms throughout
the City.
Mayor Semeta and Director Luna-Reynosa confirmed that VisitHB had suggested possible use of their
ambassadors, but no specific details were determined.
Mayor Semeta and Director Luna-Reynosa discussed possible options if there was a desire to keep the
parklets after the temporary use, and confirmed that the finishing touches for furniture and planters
have not been selected and will add to the costs presented for setting up.
Councilmember Posey and Director Luna-Reynosa summarized the details that Council needs
clarification on, including the BID consensus.
A motion was made by Carr, second Delgleize to table for another meeting with the Downtown
Business Improvement District (BID) to address issues raised by Council, and bring back at a special
meeting on June 29, 2020.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
24. 20-1714 Approved Item Submitted by Councilmember Carr -Reaffirmed the City's
Commitment to the Declaration of Policy About Human Dignity
Councilmember Carr stated the Human Dignity Policy was last reaffirmed by City Council in 2017, and
suggested this Policy be reaffirmed again as the foundation for moving forward in addressing current
racial tensions.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy thanked Councilmember Carr for bringing this item forward when the moment
called for it.
Councilmembers Peterson and Carr discussed that Huntington Beach is not a racist city, as many are
stating, and Councilmember Carr expressed that reaffirmation of the Human Dignity Policy is one way
to publicly respond to the false narrative.
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A motion was made by Carr, second Hardy that "In an effort to unify the Huntington Beach community,
that the City Council vote to reaffirm the City's commitment to its Declaration of Policy About Human
Dignity."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Peterson, Carr, and Brenden
None
25. 20-1715 Approved Item Submitted by Councilmembers Delgleize and Carr -Resolution of
the City Council to Stand Together in Unity as oneHB
Councilmember Delgleize introduced this item by reading the amended resolution submitted via
Supplemental Communication, and moved to approve the resolution. Councilmember Carr seconded
the motion.
Discussion ensued on the proper procedure for passing resolutions, and clarification that the City
Charter reads that "the City Attorney shall have the power and may be required to ... Prepare any and
all proposed ordinances and City Council resolutions and amendments thereto ... " Council member
Delgleize stated that because this item references specific and current events, she requested it be
passed tonight because in her opinion a delay by bringing it back in two weeks would make it less
impactful.
As parliamentarian, City Attorney Michael Gates clarified his duty to clearly define two issues:
1) How Council wants to handle Councilmember Items, as it has already been agreed by Council in a
previous action, and embodied in the Council Manual, that Councilmember Items are presented and
voted on, then the actual formal item is brought back for the final vote at a subsequent meeting after
review by the City Attorney's office. City Attorney Gates explained that circumventing that process
would not violate the Brown Act, or any Robert's Rules, and his previous email was only a reminder of
the Council-approved process.
2) Regarding the Charter requirement, historically ordinances and resolutions come through the City
Attorney's office, and no other officer is provided the authority, and City Attorney Gates added that the
Council could take any action it wanted.
Mayor Semeta expressed her interest in supporting this item without requiring it be brought back at a
second meeting, because it doesn't require any specific action by staff, but also asked for the
commitment of Council members to be mindful of following approved procedures going forward.
City Clerk Estanislau clarified with Mayor Semeta that this would be Resolution No. 2020-45.
The motion made by Delgleize, seconded Carr that the City Council adopt amended Resolution No.
2020-45 which resolves that the City of Huntington Beach stands together in unity against all forms of
intolerance, racism, and hate, as oneHB. carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
Peterson
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COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Due to the lateness of the hour, Mayor Semeta requested to dispense with Councilmember Comments,
and adjourned the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT at 12:15 AM on June 16, 2020, to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the
Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, July 6, 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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