HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-08-03 Minutes
City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, August 3, 2020
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/
6:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALLED TO ORDER — 6:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr (remote), and Brenden
Absent: Peterson
Pursuant to Resolution No. 2001-54, Councilmember Peterson requested and was granted permission
to be absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Mayor Pro Tern Hardy
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.
1. 20-1685 Marilyn Anania of Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church and member of the
Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
2. 20-1750 Mayor Semeta recognized August 26, 2020, as the 100th Anniversary of the
Ratification of the 19th Amendment of the United States Constitution, Granting
Women the Right to Vote
Mayor Semeta provided a brief history of the Ratification of the 19th Amendment granting women the
right to vote, and announced that locals Matt Liffreing, owner of Marketworks, and City Archivist Kathy
Schey are working on a film to commemorate this 100th anniversary and to acknowledge the 14
women who have served as Mayor of Huntington Beach, beginning with Norma Gibbs in 1975 and
including Mayor Pro Tern Hardy, Councilmember Delgleize, and herself. Mayor Semeta also
acknowledged City Clerk Estanislau and City Treasurer Backstrom, as two more women currently
serving in elected positions for Huntington Beach.
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 2 of 18
3. 20-1801 Mayor Semeta presented the Making A Difference Award to City Archivist Kathie
Schey
Mayor Semeta introduced City Archivist Kathie Schey by describing her passion for preserving the
history of Huntington Beach for future generations, and listing her professional qualifications and
national affiliations. Ms. Schey thanked City staff, her family, and members of the Historic Resources
Board and acknowledged their support for her passion to research, value, claim, preserve and share
Huntington Beach history.
4. 20-1794 Mayor Semeta presented the Mayor's HB Excellence Award to:
Debbie DeBow, Principal Civil Engineer
Jerry Goodspeed, Police Sergeant
Kevin Justen, Administrative Analyst, Senior
Anthony Pham, Police Officer
Terry Tintle, Signs & Markings Crewleader
Mayor Semeta stated that the staff members being recognized were nominated by their fellow
employees for demonstrating extraordinary service, especially during the last five months of
unprecedented responses to the challenges of COVID-19.
Debbie DeBow, Principal Civil Engineer, the first woman to hold that title for the City, was
acknowledged for developing the Public Works COVID Response Plan, and as a member of the team
planning the Navigation Center.
Sergeant Jerry Goodspeed, Training Unit Supervisor, was acknowledged for successfully supervising
seven new recruits who, because of COVID-19, were unable to attend the Police Academy, and also
supplied the Police Department with the tools and resources needed for staff to work in a safe.and
proactive environment.
Kevin Justen, Senior Administrative Analyst, was acknowledged for very quickly developing, equipping,
staffing, and managing the new Call Center in response to COVID-19.
Police Officer Anthony Pham, Robbery Homicide Detective, Crisis Negotiations Team Leader, and
Instructor on the Arrests and Control Team, was acknowledged for his compassion for community
members which is demonstrated as he goes above and beyond in his community interactions.
Terry Tintle, Signs and Markings Crewleader, a 38-year employee, was acknowledged for helping to
successfully manage recent protests, closure of City parks and beaches, and minimizing expenses
while adjusting to the many challenges presented by COVID-19.
Each staff member thanked their co-workers for the nomination and helping them to meet the demands
of their job, and thanked Mayor Semeta for the recognition.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings"Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council agenda packet:
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 3 of 18
City Manager's Report
#5 (20-1802) PowerPoint communication submitted by Scott Haberle, Fire Chief, titled Bolsa Chica
Fire— Oceanridge IC.
#6 (20-1793) PowerPoint communication submitted by Travis Hopkins, Assistant City Manager, titled
Ascon Landfill Site Update.
#7 (20-1792) PowerPoint communication submitted by Oliver Chi, City Manager, titled City of
Huntington Beach— COVID-19 Response Update.
#7 (20-1792) Email communication received from Sandra DiGiovanni regarding the indoor dining
mandate being ignored.
Consent Calendar
#13 (20-1804) Email communication received from Amory Hanson regarding the proposed cancellation
of the August 17, 2020, City Council Meeting.
#15 (20-1748) Email communication received from Erika Jason regarding the proposed Waymakers
contract for the Gang Prevention and Intervention Program (GPIP).
#17 (20-1785) Interdepartmental Communication amending the License Agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and OC405 Partners JV for Temporary Use of City Property submitted
by Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Services.
Administrative Items
#21 (20-1768) PowerPoint communication submitted by Robert Handy, Chief of Police, titled Resolution
2020-53.
#21 (20-1768) Inter-Department Communication submitted by Robert Handy, Chief of Police, providing
notification of corrections to HBMC section 10.52.020 (c) and (d) in the legislative draft
pertaining to Resolution No. 2020-53.
#22 (20-1768) PowerPoint communication submitted by City Manager Oliver Chi, entitled
Cameron/Beach Site— Establish an Operational 174-bed Shelter Facility by November
2020
#22 (20-1768) Inter-Department Communication submitted by Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Community
Development Director, requesting to insert language in the Environmental Status section
of the staff report.
#22 (20-1799) Email communications regarding the proposed Emergency Shelter received from:
Larry McNeely Donna Dillion
LG Cheri Lewis
JB Smith Mary Adams Urashima
#23 (20-1810) Email communications received from Jim Hall, Steve Grabowski and Moe Kanoudi
regarding the 3rd Block of Main Street closure.
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 4 of 18
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) — 14 Call-in Speakers
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/governmenbagendas.
Caller#857, Jim Hall, owner of Surf City Ale House on the third block of Main Street, was invited to
speak and stated his support for Administrative Item #23 (20-1810) regarding a temporary closure of
the third block of Main Street to vehicular traffic. (00:28:58)
Caller#762, Jose, Youth Justice Organizer in Orange County, was invited to speak and stated his
opposition to Consent Calendar Item #15 (20-1748) regarding a contract with Waymakers for
management of the Gang Reduction [sic] and Intervention Program, and suggested that those funds be
directed to existing non-profit organizations that serve and befriend high-risk youth. (00:31:02)
Caller#133, Amory Hanson, a Candidate for City Council in 2020 and member of the Historic
Resources Board, was invited to speak and stated his support for the City to resume holding meetings
for deliberative committees and commissions, including the Historic Resources Board. (00:33:47)
Caller#477, Maria, Youth Advocate for At-Risk Youth, was invited to speak and stated her opposition to
Consent Calendar Item #15 (20-1748) regarding a contract with Waymakers for management of the
Gang Reduction [sic] and Intervention Program, and suggested that those funds be directed to existing
non-profit organizations that are providing prevention programs for high-risk youth. (00:34:29)
Caller#488, Suzie, owner of Making Waves Hair Salon, was invited to speak and stated her concern
that the Main Street temporary closure benefits restaurants, but not the other retail businesses, and
asked that Administrative Item #23 (20-1810) regarding a temporary closure of the third block of Main
Street to vehicular traffic be tabled to allow time for Downtown Business Improvement District (DTBID)
meetings with all affected business owners. (00:36:49)
Caller#904, Alana Jason, was invited to speak and stated her opposition to Consent Calendar Item
#15 (20-1748) regarding a contract with Waymakers for management of the Gang Reduction [sic] and
Intervention Program, and asked that the city allocate the funds to positive reinforcement and healing
strategy programs which are not associated with the police, rather than the existing punishment-based
program. (00:38:55)
Caller#355, Erica, was invited to speak and stated her opposition to Consent Calendar Item #15 (20-
1748) regarding a contract with Waymakers for management of the Gang Reduction [sic] and
Intervention Program, and asked that the City allocate the funds to positive reinforcement and healing
strategy programs which are not associated with police, rather than the existing punishment-based
program. (00:42:02)
Caller#443, Ariana Angelique, Founder of Regardless of Color (ROC) Era, was invited to speak and
stated her opposition to Consent Calendar Item #15 (20-1748) regarding a contract with Waymakers for
management of the Gang Reduction [sic] and Intervention Program, and asked that the City allocate
the funds to positive reinforcement and healing strategy programs which are not associated with police,
rather than the existing punishment-based program. (00:45:17)
Caller#996, Dave Shenkman, President of the Downtown Business Improvement District (DTBID), was
invited to speak and stated his support for Administrative Item #23 (20-1810) regarding a temporary
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 5 of 18
closure of the third block of Main Street to vehicular traffic, and support for Consent Calendar Item #14
(20-1798) regarding the DTBID Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. (00:46:05)
Caller#598, Thomas LaParne, Candidate for City Council in 2020, was invited to speak and read a
statement from a Huntington Beach resident regarding under-age children vaping in Huntington Beach,
and requested a City Council proclamation making local businesses aware of this illegal activity.
(00:47:13)
Caller#516, Rick Fignetti, owner of Rockin' Fig Surf Shop on the third block of Main Street, was invited
to speak and stated opposition to Administrative Item #23 (20-1810) regarding a temporary closure of
the third block of Main Street to vehicular traffic, and asked for a plan that helps every Downtown
business. (00:50:13)
Caller#409, Tony Bisson, a resident of southeast Huntington Beach, was invited to speak and stated
his concerns regarding Consent Calendar Item #19 (20-1787) regarding Ordinance No. 4201 relating to
Public Nuisance Abatement. (00:51:23)
Caller#931, Kathryn Levassuir, a long-time resident of Huntington Beach and Founder of Huntington
Beach Short-Term Rental Alliance, was invited to speak and stated her support for Black Lives Matter
policies, and support for tax and regulation of short-term vacation rentals in Huntington Beach and
Sunset Beach. (00:54:14)
Caller#654, Mr. Walton, Huntington Beach resident and CEO, ROC Era, was invited to speak and
stated his opposition to Consent Calendar Item #15 (20-1748) regarding a contract with Waymakers for
management of the Gang Reduction [sic] and Intervention Program, and asked that the City allocate
the funds to positive reinforcement and healing strategy programs which are not associated with police,
rather than the existing punishment-based program. (00:55:59)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE —APPOINTMENTS — LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Delgleize announced the vendor selected by the Orange County Transportation
Authority (OCTA) to perform the signal synchronization along Talbert Avenue to the 55 Freeway,
provided an update on the 405 Freeway widening project, and announced details for anyone interested
in participating in OCTA's August 6 virtual meeting which will provide 405 Freeway project updates.
Mayor Semeta announced her appointment of Casey McKeon, Vice President of Acquisitions, and life-
long resident of Huntington Beach, to the Finance Commission.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
5. 20-1802 Update on recent fire activity at the Bolsa Chica Wetlands
City Manager Chi introduced Fire Chief Scott Haberle who presented a PowerPoint communication
entitled Bolsa Chica Fire Oceanridge /C with slides titled: Overview, Resources, Protected, Brightwater
Community, and Thank You.
Councilmember Brenden thanked Chief Haberle for the outstanding coordination in managing the
resources and keeping the fire away from structures as well as protecting the wildlife, and commended
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 6 of 18
Battalion Chief Dave McBride for his part in putting the fire out. Councilmember Brenden also thanked
the firefighter staffs from Fountain Valley and Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) for their mutual aid
response, as well as Anaheim and Fullerton for manning Huntington Beach fire stations during the
incident.
Councilmember Delgleize and Chief Haberle discussed the fact that OCFA is in charge of the
investigation into how the fire started, and it appears to have started along one of the trails. Further
details will be released after the investigation is complete.
Councilmember Posey thanked Chief Haberle for managing the coordination of the mutual agency
response, and commended Battalion Chief McBride for his calm control during the situation. i
I
Mayor Semeta expressed her appreciation to Chief Haberle for the amazing job and mutual aid
coordination which resulted in a successful outcome.
6. 20-1793 Ascon Landfill Site Update
i
Assistant City Manager Travis Hopkins presented a PowerPoint communication entitled: Ascon Landfill
Site Update. Assistant City Manager Hopkins explained that all remediation work is halted while
permits are being processed, and provided the current contact details for the project.
7. 20-1792 Update of the City COVID-19 Response Plan and Actions for Review and
Discussion
i
City Manager Oliver Chi presented a PowerPoint communication entitled: City of Huntington Beach
COVID-19 Response Update with slides titled: Situational Update - U. S. Totals (3), Situational Update
- California, Situational Update - Orange County(2), Local Available Hospital Resources, Situational
Update - Huntington Beach (2), Situation At A Glance, Huntington Beach City Services Update,
Situational Update - Opening Up the California Economy, Economic Recovery Update - COVID-19
Small Business Relief Program, and Questions?
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Carr pulled Consent Calendar Item #11, Councilmember Brenden pulled Item #15, and
Councilmember Posey pulled Item #19 for further discussions.
i
8. 20-1786 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 July 20, 2020, as written and on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 7 of 18
9. 20-1783 Received and filed the City Treasurer's June 2020 Quarterly Investment Summary
Report
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to receive and file the City Treasurer's Quarterly
Investment Report for June 2020, pursuant to Section 17.0 of the Investment Policy of the City of
Huntington Beach.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
10. 20-1733 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-[43]56, confirming the report of the cost for weed
abatement on private property within the City for the 2020 season
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to adopt Resolution No. 2020-[43]56, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Confirming the Report of the Public Works Director
Regarding the Cost for Weed Abatement on Private Property within the City for the 2020 Season;" and,
direct that all charges listed thereon be certified to the Orange County 2020/21 Property Tax Roll.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
NOTE: A duplicate resolution number was discovered after this meeting, and these minutes reflect the
corrected number for Item 20-1733 (Resolution No.2020-56).
11. 20-1780 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-48, approving the Certification of Special
Assessments for Delinquent Civil Fines for Municipal Code Violations of the
Municipal Code
Councilmember Carr and Chief Financial Officer Dahle Bulosan discussed the large fine which was
related to an illegal medical marijuana business. City Attorney Gates explained the process through
the court system which parallels the City's code enforcement process.
Councilmember Delgleize and City Attorney Gates discussed the fact that the courts are now open,
after being closed for COVID-19, and are currently prioritizing criminal cases.
A motion was made by Carr, second Posey to adopt Resolution No. 2020-48, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Certifying Special Assessments for Collecting Delinquent Civil
Fines for Nuisance Violations of the Municipal Code."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 8 of 18
12. 20-1769 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-51 to acknowledge receipt of a Fire Department
report regarding the annual inspection of certain occupancies
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to adopt Resolution No. 2020-51, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach, California, Acknowledging Receipt of a Report by the
Huntington Beach Fire Department Regarding the Annual Inspection of Certain Occupancies."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
13. 20-1804 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-54, declaring the cancellation of the City
Council/Public Financing Authority Regular Meeting of August 17, 2020, and
directing the City Clerk to provide notice of such cancellation
I
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to adopt Resolution No. 2020-54, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Declaring the Cancellation of the City Council and Public
Financing Authority Regular Meeting of August 17, 2020 and Directing the City Clerk to Provide Notice
of Such Cancellation." j
I
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
14. 20-1798 Approved the Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District
(DTBID) Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 and adopted Resolution No.
2020-49 declaring the City's intention to levy an annual assessment for Fiscal Year
2020-2021 at a public hearing scheduled for September 8, 2020
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve the Huntington Beach Downtown Business
Improvement District (DTBID) Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 (attached as Exhibit A to
Resolution No. 2020-49); and, adopt Resolution No. 2020-49, "A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Huntington Beach Declaring the City's Intention to Levy an Annual Assessment for Fiscal Year
2020-2021 Within the Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District," which sets a public
hearing for September 8, 2020.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden i
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
i
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 9 of 18
15. 20-1748 Approved and authorized execution of a three-year contract with Waymakers, in
the amount of$272,797, for management of the Gang Prevention and Intervention
Program
Councilmember Brenden discussed with Chief Handy the City's experience with Waymakers vs. the
company mentioned in public comments. Chief Handy clarified that Item 15 does not relate to the
Gang Reduction and Intervention Program (GRIP) as stated by several public speakers. Other
agencies in Orange County participate in the GRIP program, but Huntington Beach does not. Chief
Handy stated the City has been with Waymakers since 1992 and Waymakers was the only responsive
bidder this year. Chief Handy emphasized this is not a police program, but rather contracting with a
social service agency to provide services which are not offered through the Police Department.
Councilmember Delgleize and Chief Handy discussed the fact that the Agenda Packet for this item had
all of the accurate facts which were available for a clear understanding of the program, and shared
some examples of the types of services and programs offered for local at-risk kids and their families.
Councilmember Posey stated his support for Waymakers, especially after meeting the Director, touring
the facilities, and becoming aware of their high success rate with family re-unifications. Chief Handy
stated that Waymakers has proven to be a valuable resource for the Police Department as well as
community educators.
Mayor Semeta expressed her strong support and appreciation for Waymakers, and urged the
community to participate in their virtual fundraising efforts.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy explained that the City is doing exactly what the public speakers requested, i.e.,
giving Police Department funds to an agency that provides social services. Mayor Pro Tern Hardy also
stated that both the City and school district are able to provide resources for families and students that
may be struggling.
A motion was made by Brenden, second Delgleize to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute the "Professional Services Contract between The City of Huntington Beach and Waymakers
for the Management of Gang Prevention and Intervention Program."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
16. 20-1758 Accepted Park Improvements and the Guarantee and Warranty Bond for the
Windbourne/Franklin Park Redevelopment Project(Tract 18147) at Sands Drive by
Developer TRI Pointe Homes, Inc.
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to accept park improvements for the Windbourne/
Franklin Park Redevelopment Project (Tract 18147) and instruct the City Clerk to record the
"Acceptance of Public Park Improvements (Tract 18147"form (Attachment 2) with the Orange County
Recorder; and, accept Guarantee and Warranty Bond No. PB03010406957 (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, TRI Pointe Homes, Inc., of
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 10 of 18
this action, and the City Treasurer to notify the Surety, the Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company,
of this action.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
17. 20-1785 Approved and authorized execution of a License Agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and OC405 Partners JV for temporary worker parking for the I-
405 Improvement Project
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve and authorize the Mayor, City Manager, and
City Clerk to execute the "License Agreement By and between The City of Huntington Beach and
OC405 Partners JV for Temporary Use of City Property" (Attachment 1), as amended by
Supplemental Communication.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
18. 20-1806 Approved and authorized execution of a License Agreement with the County of
Orange to install, operate, and maintain an official and secure Ballot Drop Box at
Harbour View Park, 16600 Saybrook Lane in Huntington Beach
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the "License Agreement"with the County of Orange for installation, operation, and
maintenance of a Ballot Drop Box, as identified in Exhibits A and B (License Area description and
location), at Harbour View Park located at 16600 Saybrook Lane in Huntington Beach.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
19. 20-1787 Adopted Ordinance No. 4201 repealing Chapter 8.48 and adopting a new Chapter
8.48 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) relating to Public Nuisance
Abatement of Abandoned, Wrecked, Dismantled or Inoperative Vehicles
Approved for introduction July 20, 2020 -Vote: 7-0
Councilmember Posey pulled this item to state his concern that a neighbor may try to weaponize this in
order to antagonize another resident they don't like, and to request an annual report of inoperative cars
that were determined to be a nuisance by Code Enforcement.
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 11 of 18
City Attorney Gates explained that the ordinance really can't be used as a weapon because Code
Enforcement will use due diligence to determine whether a vehicle has been truly abandoned and
whether there is a restoration project effort. He added the Code Enforcement process includes an
appeal mechanism for anyone who is cited to ensure ample opportunity for everyone involved to
describe their position.
Councilmember Delgleize stated that over her last ten years of involvement with this issue she has
never felt the City was overly aggressive and has been open to working with residents.
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to adopt Ordinance No. 4201, "An Ordinance of the
City of Huntington Beach Repealing Chapter 8.48 and Adopting New Chapter 8.48 of the Huntington
Beach Municipal Code Relating to Public Nuisance Abatement of Abandoned Vehicles."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
PUBLIC HEARING
20. 20-1807 Public Hearing held —Approved Amendment No. 3 (SUBSTANTIAL) to Fiscal Year
2019-20 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) and
HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) Programs
Community Development Director Ursula Luna-Reynosa provided a brief introduction for this item,
explained that due to COVID-19 there are different funding restrictions this year, and this Amendment
will allow CDBG funds to cover staff expenses which will positively impact the General Fund.
Councilmember Posey and Director Luna-Reynosa discussed the homeless outreach funds will be
used to cover existing homeless outreach expenses.
Mayor Semeta opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Estanislau announced there were no call-in speakers for this item.
Mayor Semeta closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Posey confirmed with Director Luna-Reynosa that some of the CDBG funding, along
with CARES Act funding, will be used for the Cameron Lane site.
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve Amendment No. 3 (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, authorize the City Manager to sign all
necessary U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development documents and take all other
necessary administrative and budgetary actions.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 12 of 18
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
21. 20-1768 Adopted Resolution No. 2020-53 amending the current Uniform Bail Schedule for
Parking Violations; and, approved for introduction Ordinance No. 4218 amending
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapters 10.50 and 10.52 relating to City Pay
Parking Lots and Off-Street City Parking Lots
Police Chief Handy introduced this as a clean-up item, and Police Lieutenant David Dereszynski and
Parking Supervisor Karissa Yniguez presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Resolution 2020-
53 with slides titled: Resolution 2020-53-Access Road No Parking; Resolution 2020-53- School
Loading Zone; Resolution 2020-53- No Parking, Bus Loading Zone; Ordinance 4218- Free Parking;
Ordinance No. 4218- EV; Resolution 2020-53- Items 18 & 19; Resolution 2020-53- Items 1-8; i
Resolution 2020-53- Items 9-14; and Resolution 2020-53- Items 15-21.
I
Chief Handy added that no fines are being increased, but fines are being added to specific violations to
allow for more specific citations and to remove some of the general categories.
i
Councilmember Posey and Supervisor Yniguez discussed that this item does not address parking time
limits but rather the complaints that other vehicles are blocking EV charging-station parking. Lieutenant
Dereszynski confirmed that the City does not enforce EV charging-station parking violations on private
property.
Councilmember Brenden and Supervisor Yniguez discussed that private property owners with charging
stations are responsible for their own enforcement which would involve contracting with a private
security company to enforce to City requirements.
I
Councilmember Carr explained that as the owner of an electric vehicle she is aware that the charging
costs usually automatically increase after a couple of hours, and that information is posted at the
charging station. Councilmember Carr clarified with staff when and how parking violations are enforced
at parks or non-metered parking lots related to curfews.
Councilmember Delgleize and Supervisor Yniguez discussed the violations that the police are able to
address on private property, such as fire lanes and handicap marked stalls.
A motion was made by Brenden, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No. 2020-53, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting an Amended Uniform Bail Schedule for
Parking Violations," based on the recommended amended bail schedule with proposed existing City of
Huntington Beach Municipal Codes; and, after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction
Ordinance No. 4218, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Huntington Beach
Municipal Code Chapters 10.50 and 10.52 Relating to City Pay Parking Lots and Off-Street Lots," as
amended by Supplemental Communication.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 13 of 18
22. 20-1799 Authorized and directed the City Manager to take the following actions needed to
begin operating an expanded 174-bed shelter facility at the Cameron Lane / Beach
Boulevard site effective the first week of November 2020: (1) execution of a
homeless shelter operator contract with Mercy House with a first year cost of
$2,596,240 (utilizing CDBG, SB2, and COVID-19 response funds); (2) expenditures
in an amount not to exceed $2,220,000 for site work/ FF&E costs related to
expanding the Cameron Lane/ Beach Boulevard shelter(utilizing COVID-19
response funds); (3) execute a ground lease agreement in an amount not to
exceed $120,000 for accelerated use of 17642 Beach Boulevard (utilizing COVID-19
response funds); and (4) allocation of$3,214,035 in housing funds for acquisition
of 17642 Beach Boulevard (utilizing Low-Moderate Income Housing Asset Funds)
City Manager Oliver Chi introduced the item as well as Community Development Director Ursula Luna-
Reynosa, Environmental Consultant David Bernier with EEC Environmental, Larry Haynes, Mercy
House CEO and Timothy Hume, Mercy House Chief Program Officer who presented a PowerPoint
communication entitled: Cameron/Beach Site, Establishing An Operational 174-Bed Shelter Facility By
November 2020 with slides titled: Discussion Items, City Has Been Refining Our Homeless Response
Since Latte 2013, Effort Has Continued With Additional Resources Allocated Over The Years,
Homeless Situation Has Become More Acute Throughout OC In Recent Years, Without A Shelter,
Legal Issues Preclude Us From Enforcing Quality Of Life Rules, City Has Considered 35 Different Sites
For A Local Shelter, Original Cameron/Beach Shelter Project Overview, Importance Of Establishing A
174-Bed Shelter In HB (2), Expanded 174-Bed Shelter Possible With Both Cameron and Beach
Parcels, 173 Bed Shelter @ Cameron & Beach Parcels, Environmental Testing/Mitigation For
Cameron Site, OCHCA May 22, 2020 Letter Regarding Use of Cameron Lane for Shelter Facility,
Construction Timeline Driving Property Negotiation Process, Cameron Site Acquisition Nearing
Completion, Beach Site Ground Lease Being Negotiated, Funding Overview- COVID-19 Monies
Available, Mercy House Operating Contract Expenditures, Proposed Shelter Establishment and Ground
Lease Expenditures, Allocation of LMIHAF Funds For Acquisition Of Beach Parcel In 2021, Staff
Recommendation, Staff Has Identified The Cameron/Beach Site As Our Quickest Path Forward, and
Questions?
Councilmember Posey thanked the team for a thorough presentation, and provided a brief history of
past efforts to meet the homeless needs and Council majority votes to accept CBDG and SB2 funding.
Councilmember Posey confirmed with Community Development Director Ursula Luna-Reynosa that this
ministerial project is not subject to a CEQA review, and the City does not have a historic preservation
ordinance, and City Historian Kathie Schey, as well as the California State Historic Preservation Office,
have all confirmed the land does not contain a historic structure. Councilmember Posey provided a
recap of the Gothard Site where it was determined there wasn't room for enough beds to meet Judge
Carter's mandate, as well as in-compatibility with neighbors.
Councilmember Carr thanked staff for their hard work on this project, and discussed environmental
testing which showed various concentrations of pesticides, lead and hex chrome in the soil with
Environmental Consultant Bernier. Consultant Bernier explained that an asphalt cap will meet safety
standards to prevent dermal contact or ingestion, and allow the County to build, but remediation would
be required for further development in the future. Councilmember Carr confirmed with Director Luna-
Reynosa that the current property owner is doing their own environmental assessment and the results
are expected any day. This is creating a short delay, but is not expected to stop the sale. City
Manager Chi confirmed that the Mercy House contract of$6.2M will cover all 174 beds, and explained
that the Center will be for Huntington Beach residents, and the County will have access to meet their
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 14 of 18
COVID-19 response activities which may change by the time this shelter is available for use in
November. City Manager Chi stated that there will be strict COVID-19 safety measure standards, such
as social distancing and testing, and Mercy House, Illumination Foundation and Salvation Army are
already successfully managing other facilities in the area to these standards.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy and City Manager Chi discussed the various reasons that the 36 City sites that
were considered for the Navigation Center were deemed not acceptable. Mayor Pro Tern Hardy
expressed her concerns about the areas currently designated for smoking, the dog run and trash
enclosure for the Cameron side and their proximity to the homes on Cameron. City Manager Chi
confirmed that when social distancing and other COVID-19 related safety standards are no longer
required the number of available beds could be increased. Mayor Pro Tern Hardy stated that the
Navigation Center security program will include the area surrounding the Center, and provided the
example of the Spring Hill Suites site, which is currently being used by the County, to demonstrate that
housing the homeless usually doesn't negatively impact the surrounding neighborhood. Mayor Pro
Tern Hardy, speaking on behalf of herself and Councilmember Peterson who was absent, stated their
support for accepting the offer to document and record the history of the site residence before it is
demolished, even though that is not required.
Councilmember Brenden stated his support for Mayor Pro Tern Hardy's comment regarding placement
of the smoking, dog run and trash areas. Councilmember Brenden invited Mercy House CEO Haynes
to share their philosophy, experiences gained from other area locations they manage, and mitigating
the fear from surrounding neighborhoods. Councilmember Brenden thanked City staff, Ralph Bauer,
Homeless United Huntington Beach, and Homeless Awareness for their support and efforts in getting to
this point.
Councilmember Delgleize acknowledged the work and efforts of the Homeless Task Force, and support
from the City of Costa Mesa, which were instrumental in reaching this point, and shared her excitement
that Mercy House has been selected to provide management for the Navigation Center.
Mayor Semeta expressed appreciation for the progress that has been made through the years by the
efforts of many people to reach the best solution in order for the City to enforce quality of life
regulations. Mayor Semeta and City Manager Chi discussed details related to the $120,000 lease
which would provide access to the site before the close of escrow which is expected in early 2021. City
Manager Chi explained that the November operation date was selected based upon the availability of
Mercy House to manage the facility. Mercy House CEO Haynes explained that access to the facility is
needed for training and developing procedures specific to the location before residents can be
accepted. Mayor Semeta and City Manager Chi discussed the City's responsibility related to the
environmental toxins if permanent housing was planned sometime in the future, and confirmed the City
is performing due diligence for what City Manager Chi described as a "relatively undemanding"
remediation. Consultant Bernier described the due diligence considerations for what basically could i
become a soil removal, haul-away and clean material replacement remediation, if a future
redevelopment project is approved for this site. City Manager Chi confirmed that allowing the County to
have access to a selected number of beds will not negatively impact the City's court required 60% (sixty
percent) threshold.
A motion was made by Brenden, second Delgleize to authorize and direct the City Manager to take the
following actions to begin operating an expanded 174-bed shelter facility at the Cameron Lane/ Beach
Boulevard site effective November 2, 2020: (1) Execution of a homeless shelter operator contract with
Mercy House with a first year cost of$2,596,240 (utilizing CDBG, SB2, and COVID-19 response funds);
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 15 of 18
and, (2) Expenditures in an amount not to exceed $2,220,000 for site work/ FF&E costs related to
expanding the Cameron Lane / Beach Boulevard shelter (utilizing COVID-19 response funds); and, (3)
Execute a ground lease agreement in an amount not to exceed $120,000 for accelerated use of 17642
Beach Boulevard (utilizing COVID-19 response funds); and, (4) Allocation of$3,214,035 in housing
funds for acquisition of 17642 Beach Boulevard (utilizing Low-Moderate Income Housing Asset Funds),
as amended by Supplemental Communication.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
23. 20-1810 Approved temporary closure of the third block of Main Street to vehicular traffic to
permit restaurants and select retail to serve patrons in the public right-of-way
City Manager Chi introduced this item by providing a brief timeline, describing implementation for the
second block of Main Street, and discussions with the Downtown Business Improvement District
(DTBID) regarding expanding the use of public right-of-way to the third block of Main Street.
Sarah Kruer, DTBID Executive Director, stated the effort to close the second block of Main Street to
vehicular traffic has successfully generated revenue for those businesses. Ms. Kruer explained the
request of a majority of business owners on the third block of Main Street who are interested in an
opportunity for increased capacity and foot traffic volume in a safe environment. She added that the
DTBID effort this past week to speak with every business owner on the third block of Main Street wasn't
one hundred percent successful, but the consensus among those they were able to speak with is a
desire to increase safely distanced foot traffic to increase the probability for revenue and successful
business operations.
Councilmember Delgleize and DTBID Director Kruer discussed concerns related to retail businesses
other than restaurants and emphasized the need to work together. Director Kruer explained that
approving this item would make it possible for the DTBID to develop a cost-effective retail plan to meet
the needs of these retail businesses vs mostly restaurants on the second block of Main Street. City
Manager Chi stated the possibility of implementing a parking validation program for retailers to use the
parking structure during the pandemic.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy stated her support for implementing a parking validation plan, and presented the
possibility of moving third block restaurant tables out front and allowing salons use of the back parking
lot if allowed by health codes. DTBID Director Kruer explained that per existing cosmetology code a
salon must be operating adjacent to their business address if utilizing outdoor space.
Councilmember Brenden expressed his opinion that approving this program for the third block of Main
Street will provide an opportunity to fine-tune the program and to implement some standardization. He
expressed his concerns regarding the narrow sidewalk, especially on the east side of Main Street, and
suggested possibly implementing a plan that allows those businesses use of the sidewalk in front of
their business and re-routing pedestrian traffic into the street. He also stated that this is a temporary
plan, not something permanent, and no one knows if it will be successful if it isn't at least tried.
Councilmember Brenden emphasized that Olive Street would stay open. He stated his support for a
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 16 of 18
merchant parking validation program that does not incur any cost for the businesses, but would be
underwritten by the City.
Councilmember Posey shared his first-hand conversations with happy second block restaurant owners
who are pleased with their revenue increases due to the second block of Main Street being closed to
vehicles, and he suggested booking live entertainment at the north end of the third block as well as the
south end of the second block on selected evenings as a way to maintain and share the opportunity for
increased business.
Councilmember Carr described conversations with local residents who are now exploring the
businesses on the second block, and those businesses have seen increased profits since the program
was implemented. She understands the third block businesses have a separate set of concerns, but
believes in the end they would also benefit if this item is approved.
I
DTBID Director Kruer explained that the DTBID is committed to working with the concerned retail
businesses to develop plans and systems that will work to increase foot traffic and ultimately revenue.
I
Councilmember Carr confirmed that deliveries will be worked out through changed times or location for
the affected third block businesses. Councilmember Carr encouraged the DTBID to continue
emphasizing the importance of social distancing and wearing of masks. DTBID Director Kruer
described the coordinated effort already in place for signs and plans that support social safety
measures.
Mayor Semeta shared her personal delight at the response to the second block program, and stated
she understands the concerns of a few of the third block businesses, but she will support this item i
because she believes the DTBID has plans to address those concerns.
A motion was made by Brenden, second Delgleize to authorize the City Manager to temporarily close
the third block of Main Street.
The motion carried by the following vote:
i
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
24. 20-1803 Item submitted by Councilmember Posey Approved —Coordinate a Study
Session to review the City's Park Development Efforts between Fiscal Years 2014-
15 to 2019-20, including a review of the City's Parkland Acquisition and Park
Facilities Development Impact Fee
Councilmember Posey introduced his item by providing a historical perspective and described the
alarming figures in the current budget which show revenues for Park Development Impact Fees for
2017/2018 at $7.7M, but only $315,000 for 2020/2021, and the current Park Development Impact Fees
Fund of only $3.28M. He would like to see the 2014/15 comprehensive report updated to reflect current
numbers, including the spending through these years and staff alternate funding source
recommendations.
I
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 17 of 18
Councilmember Brenden stated his support for a clear financial picture of park needs vs available
funding.
Councilmember Carr expressed her desire to also see additional options for funding the maintenance of
parks such as propositions and grants.
Mayor Semeta and City Manager Chi discussed that the Rodgers' Center update at the previous City
Council meeting included an overview of the initial Park Master Plan.
Councilmember Posey stated that overview did not address the issue of only $3.28M in available funds
nor acknowledge the need for more funding to meet upcoming needs.
Mayor Pro Tern Hardy stated she would like to see where park funds have come from in the past,
outside of the Park Fund, and suggested it might be time to consider a park assessment ballot
measure.
Councilmember Posey suggested revisiting how the Senior Center was funded when the Pacific City
developer went bankrupt and was unable to pay their Park Development Impact Fee, and consider
borrowing as well as a bond measure.
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to recommend the City Council direct the City
Manager to schedule a Study Session and present an overview of the City's park development efforts
from 2014 to!2020.. This overview should also include a corresponding assessment of the use and
current fund balance of the City's Parkland Acquisition and Park Facilities Development Impact Fee, as
amended to include all potential funding sources.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Semeta, Carr, and Brenden
NOES: None
ABSENT: Peterson
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Posey reported observing the Surfing Walk of Fame New Stone Ceremony and
acknowledged John & Carla Etheridge, "PT" Peter Townend, Don MacAllister, Rick Brown, Matt
Liffreing, Mike Abdelmuti and Aaron Pai for their dedication.
Mayor Semeta announced Amanda Nigro, a 2020 graduate of Edison High School, as a Girl Scout
Gold Award recipient for her education project on the importance of the wetlands, and was also
nominated to be one of three delegates from Orange County for National Gold Award Girl Scout
recognition.
Mayor Semeta reported observing the Surfing Walk of Fame New Stone Ceremony, and attending the
surprise retirement party for Susan Thomas of Visit HB.
ADJOURNMENT at 10:15 PM in memory of USMC soldiers who died in a recent Camp Pendleton
training accident, to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
August 3, 2020, Page 18 of 18
Financing Authority on Tuesday, September 8, 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
i
I
l�2
City Clerk and ex-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
ATTEST:
City Clerk-Secretary yor-Chair
I
I