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AUTHORITY
AGENDA
Monday, May 15, 2017
MAYOR
AND
CITY COUNCIL
FRED A. WILSON
City Manager
MICHAEL E. GATES
City Attorney
ROBIN ESTANISLAU
City Clerk
ALISA CUTCHEN
City Treasurer
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
4:00 PM - Study Session
6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Council Chambers - 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
BARBARA DELGLEIZE
Mayor
MIKE POSEY PATRICK BRENDEN
Mayor Pro Tem Councilmember
JILL HARDY WILLIAM O'CONNELL
Councilmember Councilmember
ERIK PETERSON LYN SEMETA
Councilmember Councilmember
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CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORI
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and third Monday of each month for the purpose of considering agenda items. The Huntington Beach Successor Agency,
Housing Authority, Parking Authority and Civic Improvement Corporation are also agencies on which the Council serves as
members. On each agenda these agencies may have items scheduled.
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SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION
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the agenda packet to the City Council. This information is identified as "Supplemental Communication" and is assembled into
a packet by the City Clerk on the day of the City Council meeting. The Brown (Open Meetings) Act requires that copies of
Supplemental Communication be made available to the public immediately upon distribution of material to a majority of the
City Council. Communication received by any individual at the meeting will be made available to the public in the City Clerk's
Office the following morning.
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Awards, presentations, and proclamations made by the Mayor on behalf of the City. The Public Information Office coordinates
the arrangements with the Mayor and submits a list of presentations through the City Manager's Office.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time of the meeting for the City Council to receive comments from the public regarding items of interest or agenda
items not scheduled for Public Hearing. Pursuant to the Brown (Open Meetings) Act, the City Council may not enter into
discussion regarding items not on the City Council agenda. Members of the public who wish to speak to a member of the
Council on an item not on the agenda may consider setting up an individual appointment by contacting the Council's
Administrative Assistant at 714-536-5553 .
The following statement applies to any public exchange of comments during City Council meetings:
"The City Council strives to treat members of the public with respect. Comments or concerns provided by the public shall be
done in a civil and respectful manner. Any public comments that are discriminatory, defamatory or otherwise not protected
speech, whether as to race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected classification, will not be considered
by the City Council and may be a basis for the Mayor to interrupt the public comment. In addition, any such public comments
will not be consented to, agreed to, ascribed to, or otherwise adopted by the City Council in its considerations, deliberations,
discussions, and findings regarding any matter before it tonight. The City Council provides this public opportunity for free
speech, but the City Council categorically rejects comments from anyone, including the public, that are of a discriminatory
nature, and such comments will not inform the City Council's decision."
To participate in Public Comments, pink Request to Speak forms are available at the Chambers entrance and are collected by
the Sergeant at Arms. Each speaker is allowed 3 minutes, and time may not be donated to another speaker.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE / APPOINTMENTS / LIAISON REPORTS AND ALL AB 1234 DISCLOSURE REPORTING
This agenda item allows Councilmembers to make announcements regarding Council committees, appointments or liaison
reports, and all individuals as appropriate to disclose any conferences, training, seminars, etc. attended at the Agency's
expense, per Government Code §53232 .3(d) .
Lists of the conferences, training, seminars, and other activities generally attended by the City Council, City Manager, City
Attorney, City Clerk, and City Treasurer are included as appendices to the City Budget. The budget is available on the city's
website at http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/Government/budget_information/. Exceptions to these lists have been
submitted as a report to the City Clerk for inclusion in the record of this meeting..
PUBLIC HEARING
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presentation. The Mayor will open the Public Hearing to receive comments on that specific item. Upon hearing all public
comments, the Mayor will close or continue the Public Hearing. Council may then decide to engage in discussion and/or take
action on the item.
To participate in a Public Hearing, green Request to Speak forms are available at the Chambers entrance and are collected
by the Sergeant at Arms.
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
Administrative Hearings required by Huntington Beach Municipal Code Section 1 .18 entitle only affected property owners to
speak on a respective item.
To participate in the Administrative Hearing, blue Request to Speak forms are available at the Chambers entrance and are
collected by the Sergeant at Arms (the Police Officer located near the speakers' podium).
CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered routine items that do not normally require separate consideration. The City
Council/Public Financing Authority usually makes one motion for approval of all the items listed under this section. However,
Council may remove an item from the motion for discussion purposes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
Administrative Items are considered separately and require separate motions. These actions are normally of a non-routine
nature, and frequently require a staff presentation.
ORDINANCES
Ordinances require two readings before the City Council. They are first introduced, and then adopted at a subsequent
meeting. Ordinances typically become law thirty (30) days after adoption. However, an emergency ordinance may be
adopted upon introduction, and is effective immediately.
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
This portion of the agenda is provided for Items of business presented by individual members of the City Council
CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING
AUTHORITY
AGENDA
Monday, May 15, 2017
MAYOR
AND
CITY COUNCIL
FRED A. WILSON
City Manager
MICHAEL E. GATES
City Attorney
ROBIN ESTANISLAU
City Clerk
ALISA CUTCHEN
City Treasurer
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
4:00 PM - Study Session
6:00 PM - Regular Meeting
Council Chambers - 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
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BARBARA DELGLEIZE
Mayor
MIKE POSEY PATRICK BRENDEN
Mayor Pro Tem Councilmember
JILL HARDY WILLIAM O'CONNELL
Councilmember Councilmember
ERIK PETERSON LYN SEMETA
Councilmember Councilmember
4:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, Peterson
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After
Agenda Distribution)
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION
ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit)
STUDY SESSION
1. Commercial Organics Review - A representative from Rainbow Disposal
will present information on the City's proposed approach to meet the state
mandated commercial organic recycling program.
2. Refuse Rate Study - The Public Works Department will present a report on
the proposed commercial and residential refuse rate adjustments.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Delgleize to Announce: Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City
Council takes this opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated
labor negotiator, City Manager Fred Wilson, who will be participating in today's
Closed Session discussions regarding labor negotiations with: Huntington
Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA), Huntington Beach Police Officers'
Association (POA), and/or Surf City Lifeguard Employees' Association (SCLEA).
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Mayor Delgleize to Announce: Pursuant to Government Code §54956.8, the City
Council takes this opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated
property negotiator, City Manager Fred Wilson, who will be participating in
today's Closed Session discussions regarding negotiations with Pete Shaver
concerning price and terms of payment for the disposition of real property
located on a portion of Chrysler Dr.; South of APN 142-173-01, 16555 Beach Blvd
owned by Piland Properties LLC; and North of APN 142-462-09, 16701 Beach
Blvd. owned by Piland Properties LLC.
CLOSED SESSION
3. Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City Council shall recess into
Closed Session to meet with its designated labor negotiators and Fred
Wilson, City Manager regarding the following: Huntington Beach
Firefighters' Association (HBFA), Huntington Beach Police Officers'
Association (POA), and/or Surf City Lifeguard Employees' Association
(SCLEA).
4. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8, the City Council shall recess to
Closed Session to give instructions to the City's Negotiator, Fred Wilson,
City Manager, regarding negotiations with Pete Shaver concerning price
and terms of payment for the disposition of real property located on a
portion of Chrysler Dr.; South of APN 142-173-01, 16555 Beach Blvd
owned by Piland Properties LLC; and North of APN 142-462-09, 16701
Beach Blvd. owned by Piland Properties LLC.
5. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council shall
recess into Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the
following lawsuit: William Thompson vs. City of Huntington Beach, WCAB
Case No. ADJ8128289; Claim No. COHB-11-0186.
6. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council shall
recess into Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the
following lawsuit: Kenneth Small vs. City of Huntington Beach, WCAB
Case Nos. ADJ8491572 & Unassigned; Claim Nos. COHB-10-0124 & COHB-
16-0203.
6:00 PM — COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING
ROLL CALL
O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, Peterson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION - To be led by Sherry Peterson, Stake Director of Public Affairs,
City Council/PFA Agenda — Monday, May 15, 2017
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and member of the Greater
Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
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.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT B Y CITY ATTORNEY
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Delgleize to call on Victoria Alberty and Gisela Campagne to present the
Adoptable Pet of the Month.
Mayor Delgleize to proclaim National Beach Safety Week May 22 through 29 and
present proclamation to Marine Safety Chief Michael Baumgartner.
Mayor Delgleize to proclaim National Public Works Week May 21 through 27 and
present proclamation to Public Works Director Travis Hopkins.
Mayor Delgleize to call on members of the Assistance League of Huntington
Beach to present the organization's National School Bell award to City
videographer Matt Liffreing.
Mayor Delgleize to present commendations to the Huntington Beach High
School art students for their participation in the Municipal Pier Utility Box
Competition and for their contribution to Public Art in Huntington Beach.
Mayor Delgleize to call on the Chair of the Huntington Beach Human Relations
Task Force, Linda MacDonell, who will present the first annual Community
Diversity Leadership Student Award to Linda Tang.
Mayor Delgleize to call on Information Services Director Behzad Zamanian to
present the Mayor's Award to Info Systems Analyst IV, Tung Kao.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After
Agenda Distribution)
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234
REPORTING, AND OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
1. Presentation on how residents can receive Public Works services and
information on construction projects.
CONSENT CALENDAR
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2. Approve and adopt minutes
Recommended Action:
Review and adopt the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting
minutes dated April 17, 2017, and the City Council/Public Financing Authority
regular meeting minutes dated May 1, 2017, as written and on file in the office
of the City Clerk.
3. Receive and file City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan Updates
Recommended Action:
Receive and File the Six-Month Strategic Objectives
4. Adopt Resolution 2017-15 declaring the end of the Level 1 water shortage
and returning to permanent water conservation requirements
Recommended Action:
Adopt Resolution 2017-15, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Declaring the End of the Level 1 Water Shortage."
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
5. Submitted by Mayor Barbara Delgleize — Request to contribute to the
Surfing Circle of Honor, Celebrating Surfing in the Summer Games
Recommended Action:
Approve a $10,000 contribution to the Huntington Beach International Surfing
Museum for its "Surfing Circle of Honor - Celebrating Surfing In the Summer
Games" in an attempt to break the Guinness Book for World Records for
"World's Largest Paddle Out" and to demonstrate Huntington Beach support as
the Surfing Village of the Summer Games.
6. Submitted by Councilmembers Lyn Semeta and Erik Peterson - Review of
Republic Services Contract for Waste Management Services
Recommended Action:
Create an Ad Hoc Council Committee to include Councilmember Peterson and
Councilmember Semeta to work with the City Attorney to begin negotiations
with Republic to develop a new, streamlined, Franchise Agreement that will
reflect waste management requirements under current State Law, contemplate
the Waste Management Facilities current processes, and reflect better pricing
and terms for the people of Huntington Beach.
7. Submitted by Councilmember Patrick Brenden and Mayor Pro Tem Mike
Posey - Downtown Maintenance and Repairs
Recommended Action:
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A) The City Manager will work with City Departments to compile a list of repair
and maintenance issues related to public areas and to commence work to
address these issues within 30 days. Lists should include graffiti and sticker
removal, steam-cleaning of sidewalks and gutters, general repairs,
maintenance, and any other sub-standard conditions.
B) City Manager to provide a report to City Council at the June 19 City Council
meeting with a status report covering each issue identified. Going forward, City
Manager will provide to City Council a monthly progress report. Every six
months, City Manager will direct staff to perform a physical inspection to assess
conditions in order to ensure that all issues are identified and tracked.
C) The area to be included is bounded by 1st Street, 6th Street, PCH, and
Pecan Avenue. Also included would be the Municipal Pier, Pierside Pavilion,
and the Beach Boardwalk (i.e ., service road).
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing
Authority is Monday, June 05, 2017, 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.huntin gtonbeachca. gov
City Council/PFA Agenda — Monday, May 15, 2017
Item - 1 HB -8-
Standards of Cover Study and Evaluation of F ire, Rescue, and EMS Delivery , prepared by Citygate
Associates, LLC.
4:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALLED TO ORDER – 4:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy (arrived at 4:02 pm), Brenden, and Peterson
Absent: None
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:
Volume 1 – Exe
Study Session Item #1:
PowerPoint communicati
Delivery .
(3 Minute Time Limit)
PowerPoint communication entitled Huntington Beach EMS Study.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PE
A video recording of the 4:00 PM and 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/
O STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
chnical Report, and Volume 3 – Map Atlas of the
tudy and Evaluation of Fire, Rescue, and EMS
Minutes
City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, April 17, 2017
4:00 PM - Council Chambers
6:00 PM - Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
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/government/agendas .
Chad Stewart, President, Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association, was called to speak and voiced his
concerns about discussions to reduce staffing which may provide negligible savings, but in his opinion
would negatively impact the level of service for the protection of life and safety of the city's residents and
visitors. (00:01:38)
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James T. Smith, resident of Huntington Beach and City of Long Beach Firefighter, was called to speak
and shared his support for maintaining the current level of excellent service provided by the Huntington
Beach Fire Department and EMS staff. (00:05:01)
STUDY SESSION
1. Citygate Associates provided City Council an overview of the Standards of Cover Study
and Evaluation of Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services Delivery
Fire Chief Segura introduced Stewart Gary, Public Safety Principal, Citygate Associates, and consultants
hired by Citygate: Scott Clough, Principal and Kurt Henke, Principal/Managing Partner of AP Triton.
Mr. Gary gave a PowerPoint presentation entitled: Huntington Beach EMS Study with slides entitled : AP
Triton LLC was contracted to provide the following objectives, Determining the Value (2), Delivery Model,
GEMT and Federal Reimbursement, Summary of Findings (What are we doing well), and Summary of
Findings (What should we be looking).
Mr. Gary continued with a PowerPoint presentation entitled: Standards of Cover Study and Evaluation of
Fire, Rescue, and EMS Delivery, Huntington Beach Fire Department with slides entitled: Fire Service
Delivery Policy Choices, Risks to be Protected - Summary, Incident Demand Trends by Hour of Day by
Year, Unit Utilization - Engines, Unit Utilization - Ambulances, Simultaneous Incidents, Fire Dispatch
Receipt to Arrival Time - All Units, Unit Travel Time - First Arrival Engines/Ladders ONLY, Dispatch and
Turnout Time - All Incidents, First Alarm Time - 3 Engines & 1 Ladder/Quint + 1 B/C, Geographic
Coverage Analysis, 5 pages of Maps, Traffic-Congested Impact, 7 pages of Maps, Key Deployment
Findings, EMS Deployment Findings, Performance Recommendations, Deployment Options - Change
the Existing Level of Effort, Engine and EMS Staffing Re-Structuring, Engine and EMS Staffing Re-
Structuring Costs, Headquarters Headlines, Next Steps, and Questions.
Councilmember Peterson clarified that he would like to see mandatory staffing requirements removed so
that Chief Segura has the ability to maintain excellent service. Councilmember Peterson and consultants
discussed a recommendation to relocate one fire station to improve the drive time to the northwest and
northeast neighborhoods.
Mayor Delgleize and Mr. Henke discussed the spacing of fire stations and meeting the national “best
practice” advice of every 1.5 miles, taking into consideration the local traffic conditions and reaching
destinations in 4 to 5 minutes. If it begins to take upwards of 6 minutes to reach a destination, then it is
time to add more fire stations.
Councilmember O'Connell and consultants discussed the cost vs. revenue for the FireMed program, and
options for increasing insurance billing for reimbursement. The consultants also shared that there is no
longer any connection between what a business may be charged for insurance and the rating of the local
fire department.
Councilmember Semeta and consultants discussed that a 36% collection rate is considered an efficient
system, especially when you remember that no one pays the fully billed cost for Emergency Medical
Service (EMS). For instance, Medicaid/Medicare payments never have and never will pay 100 percent
of the charges. Councilmember Semeta and consultants also discussed the unusual paramedic staffing
restrictions in Orange County.
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RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION – 5:15 PM
Mayor Delgleize announced the recess to Closed Session for Items 2 and 3.
Mayor Delgleize Announced : Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City Council takes this
opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated labor negotiator, City Manager Fred Wilson, who
will be participating in today's Closed Session discussions regarding labor negotiations with: Huntington
Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA), Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (POA), and/or
Surf City Lifeguard Employees’ Association (SCLEA).
CLOSED SESSION
2. Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City Council recessed into Closed Session to
meet with its designated labor negotiators and Fred Wilson, City Manager regarding the
following: Huntington Beach Firefighters’ Association (HBFA), Huntington Beach Police
Officers’ Association (POA), and/or Surf City Lifeguard Employees’ Association (SCLEA).
3. Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(2) the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding potential litigation. Number of cases,
one (1).
6:00 PM – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING – 6:11 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Councilmember Brenden
INVOCATION — Deacon Joe Sullivan of St. Bonaventure Catholic Church and member of the Greater
Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
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.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY — None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Delgleize called on Victoria Alberty and Marta of German Shepherd Rescue of Orange
County who presented the Adoptable Pet of the Month . Radar, a German Shepherd was introduced.
Further details may be obtained at http://awos.petfinder.com/shelters/CA997.html or at
www.waggintrails.org .
Mayor Delgleize called on HBPD Chief Rob Handy who presented the Mayor’s Award to Detective
Lisa Gallatin . Detective Gallatin does background investigations for the Police Department and has
been with the City since 1995. Chief Handy stated that Detective Gallatin is instrumental in identifying the
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individuals that can best provide the level of service expected of the Huntington Beach Police
Department, and described the extensive research involved. Chief Handy noted that in 2016, Lisa hired
44 people. In recognition of her hard work, Lisa was congratulated on receiving the Mayor’s Award.
Per Resolution 2016-01 Section C, Mayor Delgleize called on City Clerk Robin Estanislau and
Miss Huntington Beach Jena Farris who presided over the lottery drawing for fireworks stands by
selecting five qualified non-profit organizations from applications submitted in each of the
following categories: Youth Sports and Civic Organizations.
City Clerk Robin Estanislau gave a PowerPoint presentation entitled: 2017 Non-Profit Firework Stand
Lottery with slides titled: Miss Huntington Beach 2017, Public High School Winners (4), Private High
Schools = 2, Civic Organizations, Civic Organizations = 23, Youth Sports, Youth Sports = 13, and
Congratulations!
The winners of booths in the High School category were announced:
1. Edison High School - Academy of Sustainability; Wrestling Booster Club
2. Huntington Beach High School - Football Booster Club; Softball Boosters
3. Marina High School - Cheer Team; Dive Team
4. Ocean View High School - Girls Basketball Team; Baseball Boosters
5. Private High School Lottery Winner - Brethren Christian High School
Miss Huntington Beach Jena Farris and Mayor Delgleize placed thirteen lottery balls in the drum for the
thirteen Youth Sports category entries.
Winners :
1. Seaview Little League
2. Huntington Valley Little League
3. H.B. Pop Warner Football
4. Marina Jr. All American Football and Cheer
5. HB Water Polo Club
Alternates :
1. HB Youth LaCrosse
2. HB Divers
3. United Water Polo Club
Miss Huntington Beach Jena Farris and Mayor Delgleize placed twenty-three lottery balls in the drum for
the twenty-three Civic Organizations category entries.
Winners :
1. Apostolic Assembly of Faith
2. Kiwanis
3. Elks Lodge, No. 1959
4. CrossPoint Church
5. HB Family YMCA
Alternates :
1. Golden View PTO
2. HB Reads One Book
3. Orange County Children's Theater
Item 2. - 4
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
Awards and Presentations
PowerPoint communication entitled 2017 Non-Profit Firework Stand Lottery
Consent Calendar Item No. 6
Two (2) anonymous phone calls received 4/17/17 in support of Ordinances #4118 and #4124 regarding
smoking in public areas (beaches and parks).
Public Hearing Item No. 7
Email communications received from Susan Worthy, Guy Guzzardo and James Aul.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) — 12 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/government/agendas .
Stephen A. Davis, a homeless Vietnam Veteran, was called to speak and shared his military and
personal health history as an example of just one of many, many homeless living in the area. (02:09:57)
Mary Margaret Shirey was called to speak to invite everyone to the Huntington Beach Therapeutic Riding
Center Derby Day Fundraiser, 1 – 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, at the Huntington Beach Therapeutic
Riding Center. (02:12:39)
Debbie Killey, H. B. Environmental Board, was called to speak and announced the 7th Fixit Clinic,
Saturday, April 22, 1-3 p.m., Huntington Beach Central Library, as the only Fixit Clinic in Orange County.
Right to Repair legislation is being addressed in many states, but not in California. Ms. Killey asked the
Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC) and City Council to get involved in Right to Repair
legislation for California. (02:13:33)
Barbara Haynes was called to speak and shared her concerns about the increasing number of sober
living residences which she views as "businesses" that do not require any license or permit and are
located in residential neighborhoods. Ms. Haynes asked if they pay any taxes. (02:17:07)
Kristin Johnson was called to speak and shared her concerns about the increasing number of sober
living residences in Huntington Beach, and how her neighborhood is experiencing increased traffic,
parking issues and trash as a result. Ms. Johnson asked how the city and residents can work together to
regulate the issues. (02:19:27)
Thomas Elliott was called to speak and shared his frustrating experience trying to get a permit to park his
truck and trailer. He was asked to complete a blue card for follow-up. (02:21:59)
Ted Ross was called to speak and shared what he feels is a major public concern with the increasing
number of sober living facilities specifically within his Huntington Crest residential neighborhood, and
asked for the City Council's assistance in addressing concerns shared by residents. (02:23:45)
Donna Brandt, Therapeutic Riding Center of Huntington Beach, was called to speak and invited the
community to attend the Derby Day Fundraiser, 1 – 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 6. The Therapeutic Riding
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Center is a volunteer (including H. B. Mounted Unit officers) program that serves children and adults of
all ages with a variety of disabilities using special relationships with horses. (02:26:38)
David Ewell was called to speak and shared his continued concerns about the status of the former Navy
right-of-way and the extreme fire hazard created by the uncontrolled weeds and grass. He shared that
the city officials had communicated that a process has been started to secure funds for cleanup of the
site, and stated his opinion that the issue needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. (02:29:09)
Jack Behlmer was called to speak and shared his surprise that a recovery center on Main Street at
Orange Avenue was apparently approved by the city. He voiced concerns that the facility would serve as
a magnet for the homeless in the Downtown area where there are at least twenty alcohol-serving
establishments. Mr. Behlmer asked for particulars on approval for the location, and was asked to
complete a blue card for follow-up. (02:33:26)
Matt Johnson was called to speak and invited the community to the launch party on April 29 for Common
Ground, a non-profit that provides activities for at-risk children in the Oak View School District.
(02:36:35)
Natalie was called to speak and shared that she and her children participate in the Common Ground
program in the Oak View School District, and described her appreciation for neighborhood kids being
offered an opportunity to share in positive activities after school. (02:40:31)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Brenden reported meeting with representatives of the Police Officers' Association
(POA), Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA), and a representative of Black Bull Chop
House; reported attending a Regional Mayors' Summit, the Orange County Taxpayer's Association
monthly luncheon and committee meetings for the 4th of July Board, the Downtown Business
Improvement District, the Design Review Board, and the Council on Aging which will have a Fiesta on
April 28th in Central Park.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey reported meeting with representatives of the Police Officers' Association (POA)
and the Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA).
Councilmember O'Connell reported meeting with representatives of the Police Officers' Association
(POA) and the Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA); reported attending a California
League of Cities Board of Directors meeting, the Orange County Taxpayer's Association monthly
luncheon, and the Orange County Business Council leadership breakfast.
Mayor Delgleize reported attending the 2017 Regional Mayor's Summit and the OCTax Conversation
with Orange County Mayors meeting, and meeting with representatives of the Police Officers'
Association (POA).
Councilmember Peterson reported attending the monthly Southern California Association of Government
(SCAG) meeting.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
1. The Fire Department provided a presentation on the Community Emergency Response
Team (CERT) Program
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Fire Chief Segura introduced Emergency Services Coordinator Brevyn Mettler who presented a
PowerPoint entitled: Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program which included slides
entitled : What is CERT?, History, What do they Learn, CERT Volunteer Program, What do they do?,
CERT Mutual Aid Program, and 2017 Spring CERT Class .
Mayor Delgleize thanked Mr. Mettler for his report and the leadership he provides to the CERT program,
and confirmed that another training class will begin in the Fall.
CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
2. City Attorney’s filing of recent lawsuits involving the City of Huntington Beach
City Attorney Gates reported that on March 9, 2017, the City Attorney's office filed an action to close a
medical marijuana dispensary located at 9500 Garfield, City of Huntington Beach vs. Demenci
Development Company, AKA HB Pharmacy, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2017-
00907603; and an action to close a medical marijuana dispensary located at 16561 Bolsa Chica Street,
Unit 200, City of Huntington Beach vs. Mendoza Herbology, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-
2017-00907738. On March 13, 2017, an action was filed to close a medical marijuana dispensary at
17685 Beach Boulevard, City of Huntington Beach vs. Richard Baldwin, HB Greenwave, et al., Orange
County Superior Court Case No. 30-2017-00908314. On March 15, 2017, an action was filed to close a
medical marijuana dispensary at 9480 Beach Boulevard, City of Huntington Beach vs. Tyna Nguen, HB
Vape, HB Secret Stash, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2017-00909026. This week the
City Attorney's Office will be filing an action to close a medical marijuana dispensary at 17511 Griffin
Lane, Unit 6, City of Huntington Beach vs. Club Meds Wellness.
City Attorney Gates and Mayor Delgleize discussed case variables and response times by tenants and
landlords that can delay action to close an illegal facility.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember O'Connell asked that the record indicate a "No" vote for Consent Calendar Item No. 6.
3. Received and filed City Clerk’s Quarterly listing of Contracts filed in the City Clerk’s office
between October 1, 2016, and December 31, 2016
A motion was made by Hardy, second Posey to receive and file the "List of Contracts Approved by
Department Heads and Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk During the Period of October 1, 2016
through December 31, 2016."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
4. Received and filed City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan Updates
A motion was made by Hardy, second Posey to receive and file the Six-Month Strategic Objectives.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
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NOES: None
5. Accepted the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorized execution of a
construction contract with the R.J. Noble Company in the amount of $1,349,347.30 for the
Atlanta Avenue Rehabilitation and Indianapolis Avenue Rehabilitation Project, CC-1539
A motion was made by Hardy, second Posey to accept the lowest responsive and responsible base bid
submitted by the R.J. Noble Company in the amount of $1,349,347.30; and, authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
6. Adopted Ordinance Nos. 4117, 4118, 4119, 4124 and 4129, amending the Huntington Beach
Municipal Code to enhance law enforcement efforts to provide public safety and quality of
life in Huntington Beach related to sidewalks, beach regulations, camping on public
property, park regulations and refuse management
Approved for introduction April 3, 2017
Vote: 5-0-2 (O’Connell-Recused; Hardy-Out of Room)
A motion was made by Hardy, second Posey to adopt Ordinance No. 4117, "An Ordinance of the City of
Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 12.32 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to
Sidewalks;" and, adopt Ordinance No. 4118, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending
Chapter 13.08 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Beach Regulations;" and, adopt
Ordinance No. 4119, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 13.10 of the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to Camping on Public Property;" and, adopt Ordinance No.
4124, "An Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 13.48 of the Huntington Beach
Municipal Code Relating to Park Regulations;" and, adopt Ordinance No. 4129, "An Ordinance of the
City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 8.21 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Relating to
Refuse Management."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: O’Connell
PUBLIC HEARING
Councilmember O'Connell recused himself from participating in Public Hearing Item Nos. 7 and 8
because of his financial interest in a property located within 500 feet of each location, and left the dais.
(02:54:40)
7. Approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 16-045 (HQ Gastropub) located at 155 Fifth
Street, #183 (north side of Pacific Coast Highway between Fifth Street and Sixth Street –
The Strand) and required compliance with all conditions of approval from Resolution No.
2013-24, Exhibit A
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Community Development Director Scott Hess introduced Associate Planner Christopher Wong who gave
a PowerPoint presentation entitled: City Council H Q Gastropub that contained the following titled slides :
Project Description (2), Existing Facade, Proposed Facade, Restaurant Background, Resolution
Background, Planning Commission, Analysis (2), Recommendation and Alternative Motion .
Councilmember Brenden and staff discussed that there is no parking for this restaurant on Pacific Coast
Highway (PCH), and patrons are therefore expected to use the parking structure.
Councilmember Hardy and staff discussed how establishments that serve alcohol routinely require
employee training, or set different hours for alcohol vs food service.
Mayor Delgleize opened the Public Hearing for this item.
City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced receipt of e-mail communications from Susan Worthy, Guy
Guzzardo and James Aul.
Public Hearing — 5 speakers
Kate Leigh, representing Lance Taylor, Capro Strand and owner of The Strand, was called to speak and
expressed support for the Alternative Action #1 identified within the staff report for Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) No. 16-045 for HQ Gastropub. Ms. Leigh described meeting with Susan Worthy,
discussed hours of operation for the trash compactor, posting signs restricting use of loading area, and
barricade placement to restrict entrance to that area. (03:05:29)
Bridgette Sanossian, HQ Gastropub Real Estate Broker, was called to speak and expressed support for
Alternative Action #1 for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 16-045 for HQ Gastropub. She discussed
HQ’s lease negotiations which included a contingency period, and the research and resources spent on
selecting the location. She also described like businesses in surrounding areas to reflect the type of
dining experience customers should expect. (03:07:56)
Christine VanRooy, VanRooy Design was called to speak and expressed support for Alternate Action #1
for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 16-045 for HQ Gastropub. She described the background of her
business and how the internal design portrays a bright, safe environment that will not over-emphasize
alcohol service. She also stated her opinion that HQ’s intentions for expanded hours relate not only to
alcohol service, but food service as well. (03:11:18)
Mark Matters, HQ Gastropub Managing Director, was called to speak and expressed support for
Alternative Action #1 for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 16-045 for HQ Gastropub. Mr. Matters
discussed HQ’s professionalism, high quality product and financial standing. In response to
Councilmember Hardy, Mr. Matters confirmed that the establishment would provide contracted,
professional security onsite for Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings from 8 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
(03:14:26)
Richard Plummer, downtown resident, was called to speak and expressed his opposition to Conditional
Use Permit (CUP) No. 16-045 for HQ Gastropub because in his opinion, there are already too many
existing liquor licenses and inadequate police protection for that area. (03:20:05)
There being no more speakers, Mayor Delgleize closed the Public Hearing.
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Councilmember Hardy expressed her opinion that there should not be alcohol sales after midnight;
however, a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) requiring 8 pm – 2 am security staff, and allowing only beer
and wine sales (no hard alcohol) after midnight, might be appropriate for future CUPs.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey stated that in his opinion HQ Gastropub represents and appears to meet the
business standards expected as described by the training they require for alcohol servers, by providing
onsite security, and the use of ID scanners. Director Hess confirmed for Mayor Pro Tem Posey that no
one spoke in opposition to the application at Planning Commission hearings. That being said, Mayor Pro
Tem Posey provided support for Alternative Action #1.
Councilmember Brenden shared his support of Alternative Motion #1, in part because the previous
facility was open to 2 a.m.
Councilmember Semeta voiced her support for the many reasons already stated, plus their track record
at their existing location, and the fact that the Huntington Beach Police Department has expressed no
objection.
Councilmember Peterson expressed support for the strengthened revocation language, and believes that
the required security staff should be included in future CUPs.
Mayor Delgleize expressed her appreciation to Mr. Matters for the thorough presentation, and stated her
support, recognizing the applicant’s plans to provide their own security staff.
A motion was made by Councilmember Brenden to approve Alternation Action #1: Conditional Use
Permit No. 16-045 to reestablish a restaurant (HQ Gastropub), with on-site sales and consumption of
alcohol in a vacant tenant space, and require compliance with all conditions of approval from City
Council Resolution No. 2013-24, Exhibit A, except Condition No. 1 and allow the restaurant to operate
until 2:00 AM three days a week, with findings and revised conditions of approval (Applicant's Request).
Discussion ensued. Councilmember Hardy expressed her opinion that the maker of the motion should
consider including three conditions: 1) employee training and certification, 2) security staff, and 3) allow
only beer and wine sales (not hard liquor).
Councilmember Semeta voiced her support of a motion that adds a requirement for security staff, but
doesn't support the proposed requirement to only allow beer and wine sales, and she confirmed that
employee training and certification is already a part of the conditions. (03:40:02)
Mayor Pro Tem Posey seconded Councilmember Brenden’s motion to approve Alternation Action #1:
Conditional Use Permit No. 16-045 to reestablish a restaurant (HQ Gastropub), with on-site sales and
consumption of alcohol in a vacant tenant space, and require compliance with all conditions of approval
from City Council Resolution No. 2013-24, Exhibit A, except Condition No. 1 and allow the restaurant to
operate until 2:00 AM three days a week, with findings and revised conditions of approval (Applicant's
Request) as amended to require security staff onsite between the hours of 8:00 PM to 2:30 AM,
Thursday through Saturday; and, strengthen revocation language in Condition #5.
The motion as amended carried by the following vote:
AYES: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: Hardy
RECUSED: O’Connell
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8. Approved Entitlement Plan Amendment No. 16-007 (Black Bull Outdoor Dining Area
Relocation) located at 300 Pacific Coast Highway, #112 (south side of Walnut Avenue
between Main Street and 3rd Street – Pierside Pavilion) and require compliance with all
conditions of approval from Resolution No. 2013-24, Exhibit B
Associate Planner Christopher Wong gave a PowerPoint presentation entitled: City Council Black Bull
Outdoor Dining Area Relocation with slides entitled : Project Description (2), Restaurant Background (2),
Planning Commission, Analysis (2), Recommendation, and Alternative Motion.
Community Development Director Scott Hess informed the Council that if the new outdoor dining area in
front is not approved, the applicant would continue to use their existing outdoor dining area.
Councilmember Hardy confirmed with staff that the outdoor dining hours are restricted in the Alternate
Action #1, and Gallagher's hours of operation (including outdoor) are not limited.
Councilmember Peterson confirmed with staff that the Alternate Action #1 allows the same hours of
operation for seven days per week.
Mayor Delgleize opened the Public Hearing for this item.
Public Hearing — 2 speakers
Jeff Bergsma, Project Applicant and Architect, was called to speak and voiced his support for EPA No.
16-007 (Black Bull Outdoor Dining Area Relocation). Mr. Bergsma explained the tenant’s ideas to
support patio relocation, and was available for any questions about the project. (03:52:17)
Councilmember Hardy confirmed with Mr. Bergsma that currently Black Bull is open to 1:30 a.m. on
Thursday, Friday and Saturday, but would like to have the option to stay open until 1:30 a.m. every day.
The current restriction for outdoor dining is 10 p.m.
Richard Plummer was called to speak and voiced his opposition to EPA No. 16-007 (Black Bull Outdoor
Dining Area Relocation), not due to the establishment operator, but due to the need for a comprehensive
downtown alcohol plan that stays with the property and requires more establishment-provided security.
(03:55:14)
There being no more speakers, Mayor Delgleize closed the Public Hearing.
Councilmember Hardy expressed support for the change in the outdoor dining area, suggested that the
1:30 a.m. closing be restricted to Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and, recommends that the
establishment be required to also provide security staff for any later closing evenings.
Mayor Delgleize expressed support for the outdoor patio change which would reduce the space, and
confirmed with Mr. Bergsma that requiring employee training and certification, as well as requiring
security staff are not a problem.
Councilmember Peterson expressed his support for the 1:30 a.m. closing time only for Thursday through
Saturday, not seven days per week.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey stated his support of the Alternate Action #1 and looks forward to the changes
and improvements.
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Councilmember Brenden expressed his opinion that Black Bull is making an investment in improving the
facility and approval of this item will not be expanding the alcohol service hours. Councilmember
Brenden also supports the suggestion to restrict the 1:30 a.m. closing to Thursday through Saturday.
Police Chief Handy confirmed that currently the Entertainment Permit requires employee training and
clear identification for their security staff.
Councilmembers Hardy and Peterson expressed their opinions that including a security stipulation
should be with the CUP rather than the Entertainment Permit because the CUP continues with the land.
Police Chief Handy stated that including a security stipulation in the CUP rather than the Entertainment
Permit would remove any flexibility that the Police Department now has, and in his opinion there needs to
be further discussion on this issue with the City Attorney.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey and Black Bull Operator Cesar Penyan discussed operating hours, and Mr.
Penyan stated that restricted hours would eliminate the option to move forward with current plans
because many holidays may actually not fall only on Thursday through Saturday.
Councilmember Semeta confirmed with Mr. Bergsma that the staff recommendation to enclose the
current outdoor patio area in conjunction with relocating the outdoor patio area is an acceptable
recommendation.
Mayor Delgleize and Police Chief Handy discussed the revocation hearing process, Black Bull’s
responsiveness to requests for assistance, and how the Police Department believes operations will
improve.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey, Councilmember Semeta and Mr. Bergsma confirmed that the proposed outdoor
dining (patio) will be established only after the removal of the existing outdoor dining site and expansion
of the public sidewalks.
Councilmember Brenden summarized that the applicant is agreeable to having a 1:30 a.m. closing on
Thursday through Saturday plus any holiday or holiday eves, and closing on all other days at 10:30 p.m.
for the patio, and midnight for the restaurant.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Brenden to approve Alternate Action #1: Entitlement Plan
Amendment No. 16-007 to amend Conditional Use Permit No. 06-020 to allow on-site sales and
consumption of alcohol within a proposed 400-square-foot outdoor dining area adjacent to Walnut
Avenue, and require compliance with all conditions of approval from City Council Resolution No. 2013-
24, Exhibit B, except Condition No. 1 and allow the restaurant to continue to operate until 1:30 AM, with
findings and conditions of approval as amended to closing at 1:30 a.m. on Thursday through
Saturday, plus any holiday or holiday eves and closing on all other days at 10:30 p.m. for the
patio, and midnight for the restaurant; and to strengthen revocation language in Condition #6.
Mr. Penyan spoke to alert Council that while Black Bull typically closes early, its current CUP allows them
to remain open during the week until 1:30 a.m. and expressed opposition to the motion as stated.
A substitute motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to approve Alternate Action #1: Entitlement
Plan Amendment No. 16-007 to amend Conditional Use Permit No. 06-020 to allow on-site sales and
consumption of alcohol within a proposed 400-square-foot outdoor dining area adjacent to Walnut
Avenue, and require compliance with all conditions of approval from City Council Resolution No. 2013-
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24, Exhibit B, except Condition No. 1 and allow the restaurant to continue to operate until 1:30 AM, with
findings and conditions of approval as amended to strengthen revocation language in Condition #6.
The substitute motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, and Brenden
NOES: Hardy, and Peterson
RECUSED: O’Connell
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
9. Item submitted by Councilmembers Peterson and Semeta referred to the Inter-
governmental Relations Committee (IRC) meeting of April 26, 2017 – Approve a City
position of Support on Legislation related to Pension Reform
Councilmember Semeta stated that she and Councilmember Peterson are seeking the Council's support
for a series of bills sponsored by Senator John Moorlach aimed at public employee pension reform.
State level pension reform is required to solve the problem of rapidly rising pension costs, and programs
that allow more flexibility at the local level are needed.
Councilmember Peterson added that from his perspective the City's pension issues cannot be solved
without some changes at the state level, and he is not sure that the proposed legislation will actually
pass, but supporting these measures will send a message to Sacramento to ask for assistance.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey stated that while he personally supports Senator Moorlach's bills, he has a
problem with approving the item without involving the City’s Intergovernmental Relations Committee
(IRC). He recommended it be presented to the IRC at their next meeting, and request they report with a
date not to exceed 30 days from today,
A motion was made by Posey, second Brenden to refer this Item to the IRC's April 26, 2017, meeting,
and present recommendations to the City Council at their next regular meeting of May 1.
Councilmember Brenden stated his support of the comments made by Mayor Pro Tem Posey.
According to the Association of California Cities - Orange County (ACC-OC), only SB 32 is on their radar
in a "watch" position, and none of these items are currently on the IRC agenda. Councilmember
Brenden stated his personal support of them items, and also using the usual process.
Councilmember Semeta expressed her understanding that several of the items are up for hearing on
April 24th and therefore feels there is a sense of urgency and again stated the motion.
A substitute motion was made by Semeta, second Peterson to approve a City Position of Support on
Pension Reform pending before the State Legislature: Senate Constitutional Amendment 1 No Secure
Choice Bailout, SCA 1 would prohibit California taxpayer funds from being used to fund the newly
created California Secure Choice Retirement Savings Program or cover any potential unfunded liabilities;
Senate Constitutional Amendment 8, California Rule SCA 8 gives the legislature and public pension
systems the ability to adjust public employees' retirement benefit formulas on a prospective basis without
impacting any benefits earned; Senate Constitutional Amendment 10, Pension Transparency, SCA 10
will prohibit public employers from increasing retirement benefits for their employees without two-thirds
voter approval; Senate Bill 32, Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2018, SB 32 establishes the
California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2018 (PEPRA II) which continues substantial reform
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to California's broken public employee pension system began in 2012; Senate Bill 454, Retiree Medical
Healthcare Reform, SB 454 will make reforms to retired state employee medical healthcare including
requiring the Annual OPEB Cost be 100% funded; eliminate the Other Post-Employment Benefits 50/50
cost-share-split between the state and its employees, and require 100% of the benefit be paid by the
state; and require all state employees to use the 80/80 formula for basic health benefit plan premiums;
Senate Bill 681, Local Pension Control, SB 681 will give local jurisdictions the ability to leave their
contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) for their employees'
retirement plans without being excessively charged or penalized.
Mayor Delgleize stated that she was at the last IRC meeting and the only reason these items were not on
the agenda is because most of them are still in Committee, as Mayor Pro Tem Posey stated. These
issues are not being overlooked or ignored in Mayor Delgleize's opinion.
Councilmember Peterson stated he understands there is a process, and he thinks that as one of the
larger cities in California it will help to step-up early in the game to show support for these items.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey expressed support following protocol by allowing the item to be presented to the
IRC.
Councilmember Hardy shared that the IRC meeting is the proper place to discuss the pros and cons of
these items and make a recommendation for the Council, which it can then approve or not. In her
opinion there is nothing in this item that will change before the next IRC meeting or is an urgent issue
that needs to be addressed at this Council meeting. Councilmember Hardy did voice her opposition to
Senate Constitutional Amendment 8 which would allow cities to change public employees' retirement
benefit formulas.
Councilmember Brenden stated that in reviewing the Priority Legislation Report, it appears to him that
only SB 32 and SB 454 are scheduled for initial Committee hearings on April 24. Most likely there will
still be language changes to these bills.
A substitute motion was made by Semeta, second Peterson to approve a City Position of Support on
Pension Reform pending before the State Legislature: Senate Constitutional Amendment 1 No Secure
Choice Bailout, SCA 1 would prohibit California taxpayer funds from being used to fund the newly
created California Secure Choice Retirement Savings Program or cover any potential unfunded liabilities;
Senate Constitutional Amendment 8, California Rule SCA 8 gives the legislature and public pension
systems the ability to adjust public employees' retirement benefit formulas on a prospective basis without
impacting any benefits earned; Senate Constitutional Amendment 10, Pension Transparency, SCA 10
will prohibit public employers from increasing retirement benefits for their employees without two-thirds
voter approval; Senate Bill 32, Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2018, SB 32 establishes the
California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2018 (PEPRA II) which continues substantial reform
to California's broken public employee pension system began in 2012; Senate Bill 454, Retiree Medical
Healthcare Reform, SB 454 will make reforms to retired state employee medical healthcare including
requiring the Annual OPEB Cost be 100% funded; eliminate the Other Post-Employment Benefits 50/50
cost-share-split between the state and its employees, and require 100% of the benefit be paid by the
state; and require all state employees to use the 80/80 formula for basic health benefit plan premiums;
Senate Bill 681, Local Pension Control, SB 681 will give local jurisdictions the ability to leave their
contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) for their employees'
retirement plans without being excessively charged or penalized.
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Councilmember Semeta’s substitute motion failed by the following vote:
AYES: Semeta, *Hardy, and Peterson
NOES: O’Connell, Posey, Delgleize, and Brenden
*Hardy recorded as a “No” on Senate Constitutional Amendment 8: California
Rule
Mayor Pro Tem Posey’s original motion seconded Brenden to refer this Item to the IRC's April 26, 2017,
meeting, and present recommendations to the City Council at their next regular meeting of May 1 carried
by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
10. Approved Item Submitted by Councilmember O’Connell – Request to have a CalPERS
representative present information at a Study Session regarding Unfunded Liabilities and
increased cost projections
Councilmember O'Connell introduced this item by stating that it is obvious that CalPERS has failed in
their California Constitution mandate to properly manage the public employee pension fund, and this
failure hurts not only the City's employees, but also the Huntington Beach taxpayers who will ultimately
have to foot the bill.
Councilmember Peterson stated that the City’s Chief Financial Officer has already requested that a
CalPERS actuary present information at a future Study Session.
A motion was made by O’Connell, second Delgleize to request a CalPERS representative attend a Study
Session to discuss current and future CalPERS obligations and the steps CalPERS is taking to enact
legislative changes to address these ongoing fiscal concerns.
Councilmember Brenden voiced his support for the concept, but asked if it would be appropriate to
address the stated concerns at a regional level by partnering with neighboring cities through the
Association of California Cities – Orange County (ACC-OC). Councilmember O'Connell concurred.
Councilmember Peterson believes the place to start is here and now, and then push out to other cities.
Councilmembers Posey, Brenden and Semeta voiced support for Councilmember O’Connell’s motion.
City Manager Wilson stated that there is an Orange County League of Cities Pension Reform Workshop
scheduled for May 3rd.
The motion as stated carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Brenden reported participating in the Youth in Government Day at City Hall, attending a
great APA production of Peter and the Starcatcher at Huntington Beach High School, the Golden West
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College event for author Viet Thang Nguyen, the Kowabunga Van Klan of Huntington Beach (60 Vintage
VW Buses), and the Huntington Beach Downtown Sandcastles event on Main.
Councilmember Hardy thanked the Youth Board for all of the work for a successful Youth in Government
Day at City Hall, as well as Staff Liaison Chris Cole, the Business Development Department, the Police
Department, James O'Callahan and Dan Kalmick, in addition to the participation by Council members.
Councilmember Semeta also attended Youth in Government Day at City Hall, and the 2017 "Every 15
Minutes" Campaign - "Crash Site".
Councilmember O'Connell reported attending the Youth In Government Day at City Hall, the 2017 "Every
15 Minutes" Campaign - "Crash Site", the International Surfing Museum Kowabunga Van Klan of
Huntington Beach (60 Vintage VW Buses), the HB Community Services Department and HB Kiwanis
Club 27th Annual Easter Hunt and 7th Annual Family Fun Day, and The Huntington Beach Downtown
Sandcastles event on Main.
Mayor Delgleize thanked Councilmember Hardy for her efforts in leading the successful Youth in
Government Day at City Hall, including scheduling a meeting with the Mayor, the Mayor's City Tour for
the Cub, Girl and Boy Scouts, the HB Community Services Department and HB Kiwanis Club 27th
Annual Easter Hunt and 7th Annual Family Fun Day, the 2017 "Every 15 Minutes" Campaign - "Crash
Site", the 7th Annual "Wine, Cheese, & Chocolate, Please" fundraiser for Project Self Sufficiency, and
the Huntington Harbour Yacht Club Opening Day Ceremonies.
ADJOURNMENT — At 9:31 PM to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City
Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, May 1, 2017, at 4:00 PM in the Civic Center Council
Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
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 Mayor-Chair
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City of Huntington Beach
Monday, May 1, 2017
4:00 PM - Council Chambers
6:00 PM - Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
1. CalPERS Discount Rate Change — Representatives from CalPERS provided a presentation
on the CalPERS Discount Rate Change and impacts to Huntington Beach.
Mayor Delgleize introduced Mr. Kerry Worgan, Senior Pension Actuary of CalPERS, who gave a
PowerPoint presentation entitled, CalPERS Contributions: Where They are Going - And What You Can
Do About It? which included slides entitled: Agenda, Where Are Employer Contributions Heading?,
Annual Valuation, Dollar Billing, Amortization Policy, Where can I see my future contributions?,
Accelerated Funding (3), Recent News, Investment Return (IR) Assumption (2), Back to the future...,
How to Determine your Revised Contributions?, How to Determine Projected Contributions? (2),
Projections from 6/30/15 Valuation, With Discount Rate Changes, Projections from 6/30/15 Valuation,
With Discount Rate Changes (5), What Is Coming Up?, Balancing the Fund, Asset Liability Management
Framework, Asset Allocation (ALM Study), Experience Study, What is Funding Risk Mitigation?, How Will
4:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Present: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
Absent: None
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:
For Study Session Item No. 1, one (1) communication: a PowerPoint communication entitled CalPERS
Contribution: Where They are Going — and What You Can Do About It?
For Study Session Item No. 2, one (1) communication: a PowerPoint communication entitled FY
2016/17 Mid Year Budget Update.
STUDY SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
(3 Minute Time Limit) — None
A video recording of the 4:00 PM and 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/
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Funding Risk Mitigation Work?, What Can Agencies Do? Communications with Board, One final
takeaway..., and Questions and Comments
Councilmember Peterson and Mr. Worgan discussed that salary growth, cost of living increases,
termination rates, mortality rates and retirement rates are forecasted assumptions in the charts
presented. Details are in the back of the Evaluation Report.
Mayor Delgleize asked if Mr. Worgan's presentation addressed options other than pre-paying Unfunded
Liabilities for making up shortfalls. Mr. Worgan responded that for 2016, the projected salaries were
higher than reality which in effect lowers the liability.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey and Mr. Worgan discussed how many years at 9 or 10 percent returns that it
takes to recover from a year that produced only .6 percent as addressed in one of the last slides of the
presentation. They also discussed the approximately $3 billion loss in the portfolio (from 2000 - 2014
from tobacco stock divesture, as shown on the CalPERS website, and whether the Investment Board
considers being "politically correct" when they evaluate investment options.
In response to concerns expressed by Councilmember O'Connell, Mr. Worgan explained that CalPERS
represents approximately 1,500 different agencies with 1.8 million employees, representing a total fund
balance of approximately $318B. He also clarified that CalPERS is currently seeking $23M from the City
of Huntington Beach to compensate for lower than expected investment returns.
Councilmember Semeta and Mr. Worgan discussed the investment guidelines, especially related to
social activism and permissible investments. Mr. Worgan stated that the represented agencies can
participate in the discussions that the Board has every month prior to making their investment decisions
to determine how much risk and volatility is appropriate.
Councilmember Peterson and Mr. Worgan discussed that the rate of return will fluctuate depending upon
which particular time-frame is being evaluated, i.e., one year, five years, or 30 years.
Councilmember Semeta and Mr. Worgan discussed options and costs related to leaving CalPERS.
2. Mid Year Budget Review – Presentation by the Finance Department regarding the Fiscal
Year 2015/16 Audit; current FY 2016/17 projected budget performance; and FY 2017/18
preliminary budget outlook.
Mayor Delgleize introduced Chief Financial Officer Lori Ann Farrell-Harrison who introduced Finance
Manager Dahle Bulosan. Finance Manager Bulosan gave a PowerPoint presentation entitled FY
2016/17 Mid Year Budget Update with slides entitled: Overview, FY 2015/16 Financial Results (2), Audit
Results, Areas of Audit Focus in FY 15/16, Upcoming Accounting Changes, FY 2015/16 Performance
(Audited), GASB 68, FY 2015/16 General Fund Actual Expenditures, FY 2015/16 General Fund Actual
Revenue, FY 2015/16 General Fund Actual Highlights, General Fund Balance, FY 2016/17 Mid Year
Update, FY 2016/17 General Fund, FY 2016/17 General Fund Highlights, Economic Indicators,
Preliminary General Fund Revenue Estimates, FY 2016/17 General Fund, Recap, Rising Pension Costs
and What We Are Doing About It, Next Steps, and Questions.
Finance Manager Bulosan introduced CPA Jonathan Foster with DavisFarr, Certified Public Accountants,
who described the audit procedures.
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Carol Molina-Espinosa, Finance Manager, presented an overview of the General Fund budget and 6-
month economic indicators. Finance Manager Molina-Espinosa also described the timeline to
implementing the 2017/18 budget.
Mayor Delgleize and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Farrell-Harrison discussed the Governmental
Accounting Standards Board (GASB) changes, and the steps the City has taken to pay down unfunded
liabilities.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey and CFO Farrell-Harrison discussed potential scenarios which could result in a
negative budget for 2018/2019.
Councilmember Semeta and CFO Farrell-Harrison discussed how poor winter and spring weather has
caused a decline in parking revenues at the beach.
Councilmembers expressed their appreciation to the Finance team for their dedication and hard work.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION — 5:26 PM
A motion was made by O’Connell, second Semeta to recess to Closed Session. With no objections, the
motion carried.
Mayor Delgleize Announced : Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City Council takes this
opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated labor negotiator, City Manager Fred Wilson, who
will be participating in today’s Closed Session discussions regarding labor negotiations with: Huntington
Beach Firefighters’ Association (HBFA), Huntington Beach Police Officers’ Association (POA), and/or
Surf City Lifeguard Employees’ Association (SCLEA).
CLOSED SESSION
3. Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City Council recessed into Closed Session to
meet with its designated labor negotiators and Fred Wilson, City Manager regarding the
following: Huntington Beach Firefighters’ Association (HBFA), Huntington Beach Police
Officers’ Association (POA), and/or Surf City Lifeguard Employees’ Association (SCLEA).
4. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: George and
Kathleen Pickett v. City of Huntington Beach/Steven Tilton, Orange County Superior Court
Case No. 30-2014-00754342.
5. Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(2) the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding potential litigation. Number of cases,
one (1).
6. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: Michael Reilly vs.
City of Huntington Beach, WCAB Case Nos. ADJ3570290; ADJ4308567; ADJ4177231;
ADJ3580618; ADJ612776 and ADJ9226122; Claim Nos. COHB-90-0107; 94-0030; 96-0070;
97-0081; 98-0012 and 13-0272.
7. Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding the following lawsuit: Kevin Jackson
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vs. City of Huntington Beach, WCAB Case Nos. ADJ10152339; ADJ10153433 and
ADJ2035586; Claim Nos. COHB-14-0168; 15-0282; and 16-0007.
6:00 PM – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING — 6:05 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Girl Scout Troop #3337
INVOCATION — Cantor Fran Chalin, Jewish Chaplain with Vitas Hospice and member of the Greater
Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
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.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY — None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Delgleize presented commendations to HB Nonstop, a local girls Under-14 Extra soccer team and
HB Wipeout, a local girls Under-12 Extra soccer team representing Huntington Beach AYSO Region 55,
who both recently competed and won the Western States Championship.
Mayor Delgleize proclaimed National Safe Boating Week, May 20-26, and presented a proclamation to
the US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 62, from Huntington Harbour.
Mayor Delgleize presented the National Tourism Week Proclamation to Visit HB CEO Kelly Miller.
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:
For City Manager's Report, Item No. 1, one (1) communication: a PowerPoint communication entitled
Huntington Beach Citizens Academy, Launching June 21, 2017 .
For Consent Calendar Item No. 5, communication received from Antonia Graham, Assistant to the City
Manager, submitting a correction to Attachment #10, Senate Bill 242.
For Councilmember Items
No. 7, an e-mail communication was received from Nicholas Mestanas, and
No. 9, an e-mail communication was received from Tim Kowal of HB Tomorrow.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) — 28 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/government/agendas .
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Stephen Davis, currently homeless, was called to speak and presented a certificate of appreciation to
Councilmember O'Connell for assistance in helping him out of a tough situation. (02:05:35)
Gary Steele was called to speak and asked that the City install a "Welcome to HB" sign at Brookhurst
and Garfield like the other welcome signs on major streets at the City's borders to make it easier for
Huntington Beach residents to shop in Huntington Beach. (02:06:15)
Cynthia Herrick Steele was called to speak and shared several slides to demonstrate the difficulty for
both pedestrian and traffic ingress and egress at the intersection of Brookhurst Street and Constitution
Drive and asked for crosswalks and traffic signals. (02:08:11)
Gina Clayton-Tarvin, mother of two and President, Ocean View School District (OVSD) Board of
Trustees, was called to speak and stated her support of Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot program
utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West. Ms. Clayton-Tarvin also encouraged the City to stop
using Roundup on all of the land leased from the OVSD, especially since OVSD has stopped using
Roundup at all of its school sites. (02:11:31)
Gail Smith was called to speak and described an incident caused by irresponsible pit bull owners at Dog
Beach several weeks ago. She explained her actions to communicate with Animal Control as advised by
the Huntington Beach Police Department, but was concerned about their failure to identify the pit bull
owners who quickly left the scene after the attack even though she provided them with pictures and
license plate numbers. Mayor Delgleize asked Ms. Smith to complete a blue card for follow-up.
(02:14:23)
Mary Lewis, Code Enforcement Officer in another jurisdiction and witness to the Dog Beach incident,
was called to speak and described the incident as a dog mauling. She expressed frustration about the
process for reporting dog-related incidents at Dog Beach, and due to the severity of the incident,
indicated she has no plans to return to Dog Beach in the future. Mayor Delgleize asked Ms. Lewis to
complete a blue card for follow-up. (02:18:01)
Mike Van Voorhis, President, Sunset Beach Community Association, was called to speak and invited
everyone to the 50th Annual Sunset Beach Art Festival, May 13 and 14, 2017, on the greenbelt from 7th
Street to Broadway to benefit local schools and charities. (02:21:20)
Karen Jackle, President, HB Tomorrow, was called to speak and expressed appreciation for individuals
who recently assisted with their recent annual meeting. Ms. Jackle also voiced support for
Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West.
(02:24:25)
Tim Kowal, HB Tomorrow and Non-Toxic HB, was called to speak and voiced support for
Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West. (02:26:39)
Andi Kowal, Non-Toxic HB, was called to speak and voiced support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a
pilot program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West. (02:29:47)
David Humphreys, President, Huntington Beach Police Officers Association (HBPOA), was called to
speak and voiced support for Councilmember Items, No. 7, establishing a Huntington Beach Community
Foundation. (02:32:51)
Whitney Wicke was called to speak and stated support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot program
utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West. (02:34:12)
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Kelsey Gerlach was called to speak and stated her support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot
program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West, but is concerned that the limited size of the test
area may produce inaccurate cost results. (02:35:42)
Debby Cobb was called to speak and stated her support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot program
utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West, and suggested that the program be expanded to include
all parks and schools. (02:37:26)
Amory Hanson, Candidate for City Council in 2018, was called to speak and voiced his concern about
the difficulties HBTV-3 is having in broadcasting meetings. He shared his opinion on recent
Councilmember meeting interactions and the lack of guidelines for appropriate public speaker topics. Mr.
Hanson also stated his support of Councilmember Items, No. 7, establishing a Huntington Beach
Community Foundation. (02:38:10)
Maureen was called to speak and shared her thoughts about the local homeless situation, and
acknowledged the difference that Councilmember O'Connell is making for this issue. (02:41:08)
Mary McCalment was called to speak and stated her support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot
program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West. (02:43:35)
Amber Withelby was called to speak and voiced her support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot
program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West. (02:44:44)
Herb Lakin was called to speak and voiced his opinion about truck routes, which are dictated by the
State, in Huntington Beach. Mr. Lakin is specifically upset by the gas tankers using Talbert Avenue
which he stated is not a designated truck route, and the damage caused to City streets. (02:47:38)
Ashley Collins, Non-Toxic HB, was called to speak and voiced her support for Councilmember Items, No.
9, a pilot program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West, and supports the suggestion that the
program be expanded to include all parks and schools. (02:50:19)
Katja Flores, Non-Toxic HB, was called to speak and voiced her support for Councilmember Items, No.
9, a pilot program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West (02:51:37)
Charlene Rakhshani was called to speak and voiced her support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot
program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West, and supports the suggestion that the program
be expanded to include all parks and schools. (02:52:59)
Ayn Cracinum, Non-Toxic Irvine Board Member, was called to speak and voiced her support for
Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West, and
supports the suggestion that the program be expanded to include all parks and schools. Ms. Cracinum
also offered to help facilitate a presentation by two local scientific advisers, professors from University of
California Irvine (UCI), and encouraged discussing organic products with the local agencies that already
have experience using them. (02:56:13)
Robert Sternberg, Vice President, Goldenwest Neighborhood Association and Director, HB Tomorrow,
was called to speak and stated his support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot program utilizing
organic pesticides in Central Park West. (02:59:24)
Tamara Durbin was called to speak and stated support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a pilot program
utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park, and supports the suggestion that the program be expanded to
include all City parks. (03:01:16)
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Rachel Harris, Non-Toxic HB, was called to speak and stated support for Councilmember Items, No. 9, a
pilot program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park, and supports the suggestion that the program
be expanded to include all City parks, schools and public landscaping. (03:01:49)
Shari Engel was called to speak and voiced support for Councilmember Items, No. 7, establishing a
Huntington Beach Community Foundation. (03:03:59)
Mark Dixon, Residents for Responsible Desalination (R4RD), was called to speak and shared facts about
Orange County Water District (OCWD) plans, his opinion that a good water conservation program could
save more water than the Poseidon project will produce, and that rubber stamping this project without
understanding the facts is official malfeasance. Mr. Dixon also voiced his support for Councilmember
Items, No. 9, a pilot program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West. (03:07:17)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Hardy reported meeting with the Police Officers’ Association (POA).
Councilmember Peterson reported attending an Orange County Sanitation District (OCSD) Board
meeting, and receiving a report from the Historical Resources Board that is looking for new members to
assist in preserving City history, including Sunset Beach.
Councilmember Brenden reported attending the Chamber of Commerce Economic Conference,
participating in a Council subcommittee on Business Incubator Implementation, attending the Orange
County Business Council (OCBC) Newly Elected OC City Council Members Luncheon, Association of
California Cities - Orange County (ACC-OC) Local Government Finance Committee meeting, City
Council Ad Hoc Committee on Homelessness, Council on Aging Quarterly Dinner Dance, and a special
meeting of the Huntington Beach Downtown Improvement District (BID) to proceed with the study the
City Council had previously recommended.
Councilmember Semeta reported meeting with the Huntington Beach Police Officers’ Association, and
attending a Chamber of Commerce Economic Development meeting.
Councilmember O'Connell reported meeting with the Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA),
attending the Chamber of Commerce 30th Annual Economic Conference, the Council subcommittee on
Business Incubator Implementation, and City Council Ad Hoc Committee on Homelessness.
Mayor Delgleize reported attending the Chamber of Commerce 30th Annual Economic Conference, the
ACC-OC Board of Directors Installation dinner, Local Government Finance Committee and Legislation
Committee meetings, and the California State Lands Commission Public Meeting on leases for use of
State Sovereign Land for privately owned facilities located in the Main and Midway Channels of
Huntington Harbour.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
1. Citizens Academy Presentation
City Manager Wilson gave a PowerPoint presentation entitled: Huntington Beach Citizens Academy,
Launching June 21, 2017, with slides entitled : Why A Citizens Academy?, What is the Academy?, and
How Do I Apply?
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CITY TREASURER’S REPORT
2. Received and filed the City Treasurer’s March 2017 Quarterly Investment Summary Report
City Treasurer Alisa Cutchen gave a PowerPoint presentation entitled: City of Huntington Beach City
Treasurer's Report with slides entitled: City Treasurer's Mission: Preservation and Return of Investments
(2), Market Update: 1st Quarter 2017, Interest Rate Volatility: 2-Year Treasury Yield April 2016-April
2017, Portfolio Overview: Investment Summary, Portfolio Overview: Investments by Type, Portfolio
Overview: Monthly Earnings, Portfolio Performance as of March 31, 2017, Conclusions, and Questions.
A motion was made by O’Connell, second Posey to receive and file the City Treasurer's Quarterly
Investment Report for March 2017, pursuant to Section 17.0 of the Investment Policy of the City of
Huntington Beach.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tem Posey pulled Consent Calendar Item No. 5 for further discussion.
3. Approved and adopted minutes
A motion was made by O’Connell, second Brenden to review and adopt the City Council/Public
Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated April 3, 2017, as written and on file in the office of the
City Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
4. Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract with All American Asphalt in
the amount of $416,344 for the Operetta Drive & Opera Lane Rehabilitation Project, CC-
1543
A motion was made by O’Connell, second Brenden to accept lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by All American Asphalt in the amount of $416,344; and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
5. City Council Position on Legislation Pending Before the State Legislature as
Recommended by the City Council Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC)
Mayor Pro Tem Posey pulled this item to state that at the previous City Council meeting the Council had
unanimously approved his recommendation to have Senator Moorlach's legislative items be reviewed by
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the Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC) before a Council vote. The IRC recommends a "yes"
vote.
Councilmembers Peterson and Hardy discussed AB 629, Alcoholic Licenses: Art Galleries, and stated
their need for further information. Staff explained that this is a simple bill that allows for local ordinances
to permit art galleries to serve beer and wine without having to go through the Alcohol Beverage Control
(ABC) permit process.
Councilmember Hardy asked to be recorded as a “No” on Item C, Senate Constitutional Amendment 8:
California Rule; and Item E, SB 32 – Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2018 which in her opinion
could possibly increase the City's CalPERS obligation by ten percent.
Mr. O'Donnell, City lobbyist with Townsend Public Affairs, was called to the podium and explained that
one of the provisions of SB 32 would require CalPERS to increase funding levels by ten percent per year
until it is one hundred percent funded.
Councilmember O'Connell asked to be recorded as a “No” on Item C, Senate Constitutional Amendment
8: California Rule; Item D, Senate Constitutional Amendment 10: Pension Transparency; and Item E, SB
32 – Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2018. He also expressed concerns about the serious
ramifications created by dissolving legal contracts.
A motion was made by Posey, second Peterson to approve a City position of Support in concept on
House Resolution No. 472 — Safe Recovery and Community Empowerment Act; and, approve a City
position of Support on Senate Constitutional Amendment 1: No Secure Choice Ballot; and, approve a
City position of Support on Senate Constitutional Amendment 8: California Rule; and, approve a City
position of Support on Senate Constitutional Amendment 10: Pension Transparency; and, approve a City
position of Support on SB 32 (Moorlach) — Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2018; and,
approve a City position of Support on SB 454 (Moorlach) — Retiree Healthcare Reform; and, approve a
City position of Support on SB 681 (Moorlach) — Local Pension Control; and, approve a position of
Oppose on AB 1129 (Stone) Coastal Structures Beach Access and Protection; and, approve a position of
Support on AB 629 (Harper) Alcoholic Beverage Licenses: Art Galleries; and, approve a position of
Support on SB 242 (Skinner) PACE Consumer Protections; and, approve a position of Oppose on AB
1250 (Jones-Sawyer) Counties and Cities: Contracts for Personal Services.
The motion carried by the following vote for Items A, B, F, G, H, I, J, K:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
A) Approve a City position of Support in concept on House Resolution No. 472 – Safe Recovery and
Community Empowerment Act; and,
B) Approve a City position of Support on Senate Constitutional Amendment 1: No Secure Choice
Ballot; and,
F) Approve a City position of Support on SB 454 (Moorlach) – Retiree Healthcare Reform; and,
G) Approve a City position of Support on SB 681 (Moorlach) – Local Pension Control; and,
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H) Approve a position of Oppose on AB 1129 (Stone) Coastal Structures Beach Access and Protection;
and,
I) Approve a position of Support on AB 629 (Harper) Alcoholic Beverage Licenses: Art Galleries; and,
J) Approve a position of Support on SB 242 (Skinner) PACE Consumer Protections; and,
K) Approve a position of Oppose on AB 1250 (Jones-Sawyer) Counties and Cities: Contracts for
Personal Services.
The motion carried by the following vote for Item C:
AYES: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: O’Connell, Hardy
C) Approve a City position of Support on Senate Constitutional Amendment 8: California Rule.
The motion carried by the following vote for Item D:
AYES: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: O’Connell
D) Approve a City position of Support on Senate Constitutional Amendment 10: Pension Transparency.
The motion carried by the following vote for Item E:
AYES: Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: O’Connell, Hardy
E) Approve a City position of Support on SB 32 (Moorlach) – Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of
2018.
ADMINISTRATIVE PUBLIC HEARING
6. Conducted Public Hearing for Annual Weed Abatement Program and authorized the
Director of Public Works to proceed with abatement of public nuisance
Public Works Administrative Analyst Senior, Debra Jubinsky, gave a PowerPoint presentation entitled:
Annual Weed, Rubbish, and Refuse Abatement Program with 4 slides entitled: Program Timeline .
Mayor Delgleize opened the public hearing.
City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced there were no speakers, and that no protests were received by
her office.
There being no public speakers, Mayor Delgleize closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Brenden to open a public hearing for any objections and
protests to the proposed removal of weeds, refuse and rubbish; and, authorize the Superintendent of
Streets (Director of Public Works) to proceed with the abatement of said nuisance.
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
7. NO ACTION TAKEN on Item Submitted by Mayor Delgleize and Councilmember Hardy —
Establishment of a Huntington Beach Community Foundation (FOUNDATION)
Mayor Delgleize and Councilmember Hardy expressed their thoughts and reasons for establishing a non-
profit Foundation for the City. They explained that raising funds and managing volunteers for projects
such as park renovations, or building an aquatic center could be handled by a Community Foundation as
the City does not have the resources to do these things. Residents are interested in giving back to their
community, and community foundations ensure that donations are spent on the intended project.
Several surrounding cities have a thriving Community Foundation.
Mayor Delgleize explained that the Recommended Action has changed to direct the City Manager and
City Attorney offices to conduct research and return to Council with recommendations, not prepare
Articles of Incorporation and draft Bylaws as originally stated.
Councilmember Peterson voiced his opinion that these types of efforts do not belong to any government
entity, but should be handled by individuals, and he suggested that possibly the City's website could
have a listing of local existing 501(c)3 organizations.
Councilmember Hardy and Police Chief Robert Handy discussed the level of administrative support from
the City for the Huntington Beach Police Officers’ Foundation.
Councilmember Semeta shared her concerns about keeping a foundation independent from the Council
and the real danger of it becoming political. She also questioned whether a community foundation could
take funding away from smaller existing non-profits.
Councilmember Brenden shared that from his perspective there are a lot of existing 501(c)3 non profits
which can partner with new projects. He questioned the need and appropriateness for a city to sponsor
a foundation and prepare Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. He also expressed interest in considering
an alternate action.
Mayor Delgleize clarified that the intent is not to create another governmental organization, but to set up
a mechanism that will support local existing charities and provide a method of funding for worthy projects
that may enhance City services.
Councilmember O'Connell voiced his opinion that the effort is commendable, but politicians should not
be setting up a foundation.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey stated his support of the intentions, and he would have no objections to any
member of the Council personally setting up a foundation for any cause that people are passionate
about, but would not support an effort that appears to be political.
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Discussion ensued, and City Manager Wilson explained that the City is a 501(c)3 and occasionally does
receive donations, such as for the 4th of July Board.
Mayor Delgleize and Councilmember Hardy thanked everyone for the honest discussion for this item.
8. Item Submitted by Councilmember O’Connell Approved as Amended — Request for
Performance Review of the overall Entitlement and Permitting Process
Councilmember O'Connell reviewed some of the experiences community businesses and residents have
had with the City's permitting process and stated that his goal is to utilize the services of a third party
auditor to identify deficiencies and recommend solutions to provide organization-wide exemplary service.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey and the City Manager Wilson discussed the comprehensive evaluation done in
2006 that resulted in changes, as well as three smaller evaluations. City Manager Wilson explained that
the recommended actions not implemented from previous studies were cost prohibitive, and that the
effort of this item is to establish an Ad-Hoc Committee to look at the previous studies and develop a
scope of work.
In response to Councilmember Brenden, City Manager Wilson confirmed that the 2006 evaluation cost
approximately $70,000, and a similar evaluation today would be about $100,000. Councilmember
Brenden stated that he would like to ensure that customer experiences be included in a new evaluation,
as well as a review of any previous recommendations not implemented, and a review of the City’s fee
structure.
Councilmember Peterson suggested that the Ad-Hoc Committee meet just among themselves a couple
of times to review the previous evaluations and fine-tune the objectives for a new evaluation before
getting staff involved and bringing back to Council. He also stated his interest in serving on this Ad-Hoc
Committee.
Councilmember Semeta asked whether there needs to be not only procedural changes, but to also look
at a marketing need to entice businesses to Huntington Beach. She expressed interest in serving on this
Ad-Hoc Committee.
Councilmember Hardy shared her recommendation that the Ad-Hoc Committee start by looking at all
previous reports and practices from all departments, and also talk to other departments to become aware
of other obstacles they might have knowledge of. She also feels these findings must be presented to
Council before any money is spent.
Councilmember Peterson and Mayor Pro Tem Posey stated their support for reviewing past reports and
returning to Council with a more detailed recommendation before utilizing major staff time or expending
money for an outside consultant.
A motion was made by O’Connell, second Peterson to establish an Ad-Hoc City Council Committee
composed of Councilmembers O'Connell, Semeta and Peterson who will work with staff to review
existing reports conducted on department performance related to development practices and policies,
and return to the City Council with a recommendation on where additional review is needed, and if the
additional audit should be conducted by an outside consultant.
The motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
9. Item Submitted by Councilmember O’Connell Approved as Amended — Consider a Pilot
Program utilizing organic pesticides in Central Park West
Councilmember O'Connell introduced this item by explaining its importance to the families of Huntington
Beach. He explained that he is open to expanding the pilot project if a majority of the Council agrees.
Councilmember O'Connell further stated that if the Ocean View School District (OVSD) is using organic
pesticides, in his opinion the City should respect that policy especially for the land the City is leasing from
OVSD.
Mayor Delgleize voiced support for the item.
Councilmember Hardy and City Manager Wilson discussed a pilot program procedure that would report
test results every three months to Council for a one year period, and if acceptable at program conclusion,
expand it citywide.
Councilmember Hardy and Public Works Director Travis Hopkins discussed the need to re-evaluate the
product to be used. Councilmember Hardy suggested that a consultation with the City of Irvine, prior to
choosing a product to use, be included in this item.
Councilmember Semeta and City Attorney Gates discussed soliciting community feedback if the program
is to be expanded citywide.
Councilmember Brenden suggested that the item not be acted upon at this time so it can include product
and treatment area identification, as well as costs.
Councilmember O'Connell stated that he would like to see some action tonight, and would rather not
postpone the item.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey stated that he would like to see included in the motion a definition of organic vs.
non-organic, and the risks and hazards of each. He also asked for scientific information to consider
when evaluating the options.
Councilmember Hardy stated that one statistic that she is aware of is that 30 percent less water is
needed over time when using organic products and that alone, in her opinion, makes it worth proceeding.
Councilmember Hardy also suggested that the two University of California Irvine professors who have
professional knowledge of non-toxic vs. toxic products be invited to make a presentation either before, or
in conjunction with the first staff follow-up report.
Councilmember Peterson stated support for taking action on the item tonight, explaining that there will be
reports and opportunities to look at other details in the future.
A motion was made by O’Connell, second Hardy to Direct Public Works to perform an organic pesticide
pilot project in Central Park West for a one year duration; provide updates to the City Council every three
months; provide recommendations for updating the Integrated Pest Management Program utilizing the
results of the pilot project; consult with the City of Irvine before selecting a pesticide product; invite
pesticide experts to present information during a regular City Council meeting, and, consider
opportunities to expand the project.
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden, and Peterson
NOES: None
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Semeta reported attending the Association of California Cities - Orange County (ACC-
OC) Pension Committee meeting to address pension reform. Councilmember Semeta commented on
positive changes and experiences in the business community that have been recently reported to her
and thanked staff for their continuing efforts in providing exemplary service.
Councilmember O'Connell stated agreement with Councilmember Semeta's statement regarding positive
changes and experiences in the business community in dealing with City staff. Councilmember
O'Connell reported attending a pre-showing of Promise in Los Angeles, the Huntington Beach Council on
Aging Spring Ahead event, the 10th Annual Factory Five Huntington Beach Cruise-in on Main Street, the
Taste of Huntington Beach, and the 30th Annual Economic Conference.
Councilmember Peterson sadly announced the death of Barry Williams, and expressed condolences to
his family. He described Mr. Williams as a huge voice for the City of Huntington Beach for many years
with not only the 4th of July Committee, but many other committees and events.
Mayor Pro Tem Posey reported attending Vector Control Advisory Board and Board of Trustees
meetings, and the discussion that Huntington Beach is one of nine high-risk cities for both West Nile and
Zika viruses with upcoming meetings to present Vector Control’s actions, and the Association of
California Cities - Orange County (ACC-OC) Legislative Affairs Committee meeting where 16 or 17
legislative items were reviewed.
Councilmember Hardy thanked the third graders at Peterson Elementary School for inviting her to speak,
and she congratulated the Academic World Quest Team from Marina High School who won First Place in
Orange County which allowed them to compete nationally in Washington, DC where they came in
seventh.
Councilmember Brenden stated his appreciation to the Community Development staff for their hard work
and excellent service in serving the business community. He reported attending the Celebration of Life
for Gil Coerper, former Mayor and Council Member, the Annual Boy Scout Eagle Recognition Dinner
where Russ Paxson, who achieved his Eagle rank in 1939 in Troop 1 in Huntington Beach and is still
actively attending Troop 1 meetings, received National recognition, several Chamber of Commerce
ribbon cuttings for Implantasmile, Two Men and a Truck, and Pizza Press, an Orange County Business
Council (OCBC) Latino Educational Attainment Initiative Reception, and Taste of Huntington Beach.
Mayor Delgleize reported taking a tour of Alzheimer Family Center in Huntington Beach, and was a
Guest Reader at Oak View Preschool for Week of the Young Child.
ADJOURNMENT — At 9:30 PM to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City
Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, May 15, 2017, at 4:00 PM in the Civic Center Council
Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
Item 2. - 30
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May 1, 2017
Page 15 of 15
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 Mayor-Chair
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Financial Impact :
None
Dept. ID AD 17-011 Page 1 of 2
Meeting Date: 5/15/2017
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR . CITY COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 5/15/2017
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Ken Domer, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: Receive and file City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan Updates
Statement of Issue :
In 2009, the City Council began an annual strategic planning process to develop consensus on a
Mission Statement, Three-Year Goals, and corresponding Priority Strategic Objectives. In fulfilling
this process, the City Council met on January 26, 2017, to review and update the Three-Year Goals
and their Priority Strategic Objectives. At the February 21, 2017, City Council meeting, the City
Council approved the Strategic Objectives as developed at the January 26 th off-site session. The
updated Six-Month Strategic Objectives Grid is attached.
Recommended Action :
Receive and File the Six-Month Strategic Objectives.
Alternative Action(s):
Reject the updates and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis :
At the City Council's direction, a strategic planning process was undertaken to establish consensus
on the City's Core Values and Priority Strategic Objectives. This process is on-going and is a
critical component of maintaining the City in a fiscally sustainable manner. On January 26, 2017,
the City Council, City Manager, and Department Heads met in a public meeting to update the three-
year goals and to come to consensus on new Six-Month Strategic Objectives.
The City Council's mission statement is as follows: "The City of Huntington Beach provides
sustainable quality services to maintain and enhance our safe and vibrant community."
The Three-Year Goals are organized into five categories:
• Improve quality of life
• Enhance and maintain infrastructure
• Strengthen economic and financial sustainability
• Enhance and maintain public safety
• Enhance and maintain City Service Delivery
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Environmental Status :
N/A
Strategic Plan Goal :
Improve quality of life
Dept. ID AD 17-011 Page 2 of 2
Meeting Date: 5/15/2017
Each of these categories includes a list of six-month strategic objectives. Each month, Staff will
provide the attached matrix with updated information on the status of the Six-Month Strategic
Objectives. New to the process this year, the strategic objectives that gained consensus at the off-
site session were agendized at a regular City Council meeting as an administrative item. The
Council was asked to approve of the strategic objectives in this format to ensure public
transparency and authorization for Staff to proceed on bringing forward each of the items. The
strategic objectives were approved and each month Staff will provide the attached matrix with
updated information on the status of the Six-Month Strategic Objectives.
Attachment(s):
1. City of Huntington Beach Six-Month Strategic Objectives Grid (26 January 2017 through 31
July 2017)
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Item 3. - 3 HB -42- CITY O F H U N T I N G T O N B E A C H
SIX-MONTH STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
January 26, 2017 — July 27, 2017
THREE-YEAR GOAL: IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE
WHEN WHO WHAT STATUS COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1. May 15, 2017
-- City Council
Stu dy Session
Community Services Dir.,
working with the Shipley-to-
Shore Stakehol der Working
Group
Develop a report on a "Shipley to Shore" Trail System from Shipley
Nature Center to PCH.
X
Report presented to City Council in a
Study Session on March 20, 2017.
*Next Steps: Funding for section of trail
improvements from the Urban Forest
to E dwards St is being requeste d in
17/18 CIP. Staff continuing to work on
land issues impacting trail connection
to OC Harriet Weider Park.
2. April 1, 2017 City Manager Launch the Citizens' Academy.
X
First class will commence on June 21,
2017. June 5, 2017
3. June 1, 2017 Community Services Dir., in
partnership with California
State University Long
Beach
Develop a conceptual plan for Irby Park and present it to the Community
Services Commission and the City Council for consideration.
X Community Services Commission
approved the conceptual plan on
March 8 and City Council approved the
conceptual plan on April 3, 2017.
HB -43- Item 3. -4 THREE-YEAR GOAL: ENHANCEAND MAINTAIN INFRASTRUCTURE
WHEN WHO WHAT STATUS COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1. April 1, 2017 Asst. City Mgr. and the
Chief Information Officer
Conduct a study session to review progress on the Broadband Initiative and on
the use of streetlights for wireless communication.
X
Consultant (Jory Wolf) will give an
up date on the status of the
Broadband initiative at the study
session on June 5.
2. April 1, 2017 Community Services
Dir., working with the
Central Park Committee
Identify and recommend projects within the provided budget for the
infrastructure improvements to Central Park and present to the City
Council for action.
X
Identified two priority projects at the
March 8 Community Services
Commission Central Park Sub-
committee meeting. Will further
refine costing and present to Council
in May
Recommendations will be reviewed
and a request for approval by the
Community Services Commission will
occur at the May 10, Commission
meeting.
June 5, 2017
3. June 1, 2017 Public Works Dir. Present to the City Council for consideration a Financial Plan to address the
infrastructure needs as identified in the Water Master Plan.
X Consultant is preparing a study of
options available... August 21, 2017
Item 3. - 5 HB -44- THREE-YEAR GOAL: STRENGTHEN ECONOM/C AND F/NANC/AL SUSTA/NAB/L/TY
WHEN WHO WHAT STATUS COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1. March 15, Asst. City Manager
and the
Dep. Dir. Economic
Development
Present to the City Council for consideration an Economic Development
Implementation Plan for Business Retention, Attraction and Expansion.
X
Economic Development
Implementation Plan Draft was
presented at the February EDC
meeting an d is being reviewe d by
the City Council, Chamber of
Commerce and several
Departments. Will have final
review at April EDC. On June 5,
the Plan will go to the City
Council for adoption.
2017
April 30, 2017
2. July 1,
2017
Dep. Dir. Economic
Development, working
with the Chief
Financial Officer
Identify and attract at least three new businesses to increase sales tax revenue
X
Heat (culinary retail/teaching) is
in building plan check; Newlight
Technologies is also in building
plan check (manufacturing),
working with former Sport Chalet
on a new tenant.
3. July 1,
2017 -- As
part of the FY
2017-2he
bu dget
process
Human Resources Dir.
and Chief Financial
Officer
Develop funding plans to enhance the funded status of the city's Workers'
Comp, Retiree Medical, and Retiree Supplemental Plans.
X
Recommen dations will be
provi ded in the context of the FY
2017/18 Propose d Bu dget.
4. July 15,
2017
Asst. City Manager—
lead, Dep. Dir.
Economic
Development, and
Councilmembers Billy
O'Connell, Patrick
Brenden and Lyn
Semeta, in
coordination with
regional business
partners
Create a Business Incubator Implementation Plan that results in
five new businesses by January 1, 2018.
X
Staff researched various
Incubators framework, visited
incubator sites. First meeting
was conducted with the City
Councilmembers. Meeting with
Golden West College is the week
of May 15.
HB -45- Item 3. -6 5. July 15,
2017
Community
Development Dir.
Complete the draft comprehensive General Plan Up date an d draft
Environmental Impact Report for distribution an d public comment.
X In progress - anticipate a May
2017 release of a draft for public
comments.
THREE-YEAR GOAL: ENHANCEAND MAINTAIN PUBLIC SAFETY
WHEN WHO WHAT STATUS COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1. May 1, 2017 Police Chief Complete a Gun Range Feasibility Study and present the findings and a
recommendation to the City Council for action.
X
Date move d to accommo date further
review of the project. August 1, 2017
2. May 15, 2017 Fire Chief, working with a
consultant
Complete an d submit to the City Manager an d City Council for review a
Fire Stan dards of Cover an d Staffing Report. X
Report an d recommen dations were
presente d at the April 17, 2017, City
Council meeting.
3. June 1, 2017 Police Chief and Public
Works Dir.
Complete a Police Facility Needs Assessment and present the findings
to the City Manager.
X In progress.
4. July 15, 2017 Fire Chief Complete an d present the fin dings of a Peak Loa d Staffing for
Emergency Transport Services Feasibility Stu dy an d make a
recommen dation to the City Manager for consi deration.
X
Preliminary staffing mo del has been
drafte d an d is being reviewe d by the
Fire Chief. Stu dy remains on
schedule for July completion.
Item 3. - 7 HB -46- THREE-YEAR GOAL: ENHANCEAND MAINTAIN CITY SERVICE DELIVERY
WHEN WHO WHAT STATUS COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1. April 1, 2017 City Clerk and Chief
Information Officer,
with input from the
City Attorney
Recommend to the City Manager for action a Public Records Act (PRA)
Management Process an d i dentification of staff to appropriately respon d to
PRA requests in a structure d format. X
Contract execution in pr ocess; PRA
implementation kick off tentatively
scheduled in June.
2. June 1, 2017 Chief Information
Officer
Recommend to the City Manager at least two options to implement a smart
tool or mobile app that enhances online accessibility for current and new
services.
X
Vendor of choice selected to build a
mobile app that extends citywide
services through mobile devices and
ultimately replace. Contract execution
in progress.
3. June 1, 2017 Chief Information
Officer
Present to the City Manager for action a recommen dation to automate
processing of citywi de forms currently processe d manually. X
Staff i dentified the top 2 best pro duct
an d will discuss fun ding source City
manager in May.
4. June 1, 2017 City Clerk — lead,
Public Information
Officer and Chief
Information Officer
Recommend to the City Manager for action at least two options for providing
visitor assistance at the Huntington Beach Civic Center in either a virtual
format and/or in person.
X
Meeting held with staff and PCTA in
May identify equipment ownership and
the roles of parties involved in the
Council Chamber Technology upgrade
in 16/17 FY. Finance is working on
contract requirement..
Financial Impact :
Not Applicable
Statement of Issue :
The City Council adopted an updated Water Management Plan on August 4 ' 2008 ' in response to
regional water shortages. On May 18 ' 2015 ' the City Council adopted resolution 2015-21 ' declaring
Level 2 of the Water Management Program. After four years of drought and improvement in the
State water supp ly ' the City Council downgraded City water restrictions from Level 2 to Level 1 on
July 5 ' 2016. With the Governor declaring an end to the drought on April 7 ' 2017 ' staff is
recommending the City Council end the Level 1 restrictions and return to the permanent water
conservation requirements.
Dept. ID PW 17-023 Page 1 of 3
Meeting Date: 5/15/2017
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
REQUEST FOR . CITY COUNCIL ACTION
MEETING DATE: 5/15/2017
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Fred A. Wilson ' City Manager
PREPARED BY: Travis K. Hopkins ' PE ' Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Adopt Resolution 2017-15 declaring the end of the Level 1 water shortage and
returning to permanent water conservation requirements
Recommended Action :
Adopt Resolution 2017-15 ' "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Declaring the End of the Level 1 Water Shortage."
Alternative Action(s):
Do not adopt Resolution 2017-15 and remain at Level 1 of the Water Management Program.
Analysis :
After four years of drought ' water supply in the State has improved to where the Governor declared
an end to the drought on April 7 ' 2017. Water content in the State's mountain snowpack is 164
percent of the season average and the State's major reservoirs are above normal storage levels.
Additiona lly ' the State has announced it will allocate 85 percent of the State Water Project south of
the Delta (100% north of the De lta)' compared to 60% in 2016 ' 20% in 2015 and 5% in 2014.
Chapter 14.18 of the Municipal Code sets forth the Water Management Program for the City. The
California Water Code ' documenting the need to conserve water and avoid or minimize the effects
of water shortages ' allows public entities supplying water to adopt and enforce a program. The
Ordinance was revised and updated in 2008 ' 2009 and again in 2015. The program is
implemented in levels depending on the severity of the water supply situation at the time. If the
severity of the water emergency increases ' levels which reduce demand more than the previous
stage will be implemented. Unanticipated emergency water shortages may require immediate
restrictive actions ' without progressive levels.
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Dept. ID PW 17-023 Page 2 of 3
Meeting Date: 5/15/2017
With the City Council adoption of Resolution 2017-15 ' Level 1 of the Water Management Program
will be rescinded and the Permanent Water Conservation Requirements will remain in place. The
Permanent Water Conservation Requirements include:
• Reduce interior and exterior uses of water whenever possible to prevent water waste.
• Prohibit the washing of concrete and other hard surfaces ' including driveways ' walkways
and parking areas ' except as required to maintain health or safety ' unless a cleaning
machine equipped to recycle water is used.
• Require automatic cut-off valves on hoses or use of a bucket when washing vehicles or
other items outside.
• Turn off decorative fountains ' ponds ' lakes and pools unless a water recycling system is
used. Eliminate draining and refilling of decorative ponds and fountains unless necessary
for health and safety reasons.
• Encourage installation of pool and spa covers to minimize water loss due to evaporation.
Discourage draining and refilling of pools and spas unless necessary for health and safety
reasons.
• Regulate irrigation of residences ' golf courses ' cemeteries ' government ' public and
commercial facilities landscape areas.
• Schedule irrigation times between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. Irrigation is limited to 10 minutes
per station per day ' except where low flow systems are used.
• Watering is prohibited during and within 48 hours of a measurable rain event.
• Adjust sprinklers and irrigation systems to avoid over-spray ' run-off and waste. Do not allow
water to run off landscaped areas into adjoining streets ' sidewa lks ' parking lots or alleys.
• Encourage the installation of low-water-using plants combined with hardscape materials and
energy-efficient irrigation systems when installing or replacing landscapes; discourage
rep lanting ' if possible.
• Restaurants shall serve drinking water only upon request.
• Evaluate necessity or frequency of high-water-using activities ' such as window washing '
exterior walls or other nonessential cleaning.
• Retrofit indoor plumbing fixtures with low-flow devices if appropriate; encourage low-water-
using fixtures when replacing existing fixtures.
• Check faucets ' toilets ' pipes ' irrigation systems and meters for leaks and repair within five
days.
If the City Council does not adopt Resolution 2017-15 ' the Level 1 water conservation measures
will remain in place. These include:
• Limits on Watering Days . Watering or irrigating of lawn ' landscape or other vegetated area
with potable water is limited to three days per week on a schedule established and posted
by the City of Huntington Beach. During the months of November through March ' watering
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Strategic Plan Goal :
Non-Applicable —Administrative Item
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Meeting Date: 5/15/2017
or irrigating of lawn ' landscape or other vegetated area with potable water is limited to no
more than two days per week on a schedule established and posted by the City of
Huntington Beach. This provision does not apply to landscape irrigation zones that
exclusively use very low flow drip type irrigation systems when no emitter produces more
than two gallons of water per hour. This provision also does not apply to watering or
irrigating by use of a hand-held bucket or similar container ' a hand-held hose equipped with
a positive self-closing water shut-off nozzle or device ' or for very short periods of time for
the express purpose of adjusting or repairing an irrigation system.
· Obligation to Fix Leaks, Breaks or Malfunctions . All leaks ' breaks ' or other malfunctions
in the water user's plumbing or distribution system must be repaired within 72 hours of
notification by the City of Huntington Beach unless other arrangements are made with the
City of Huntington Beach.
Environmental Status :
Not Applicable
Public Works Commission Action:
Not Applicable
Attachment(s):
1) Resolution 2017-15 ' "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Declaring the End of the Level 1 Water Shortage"
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
City Council Interoffice Communication
To: Honorable City Council Members
From: Mayor Barbara Delgleize
Date: May 8, 2017
Subject: CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ITEM FOR THE MAY 15, 2017 CITY
COUNCIL MEETING — REQUEST TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE
SURFING CIRCLE OF HONOR, CELEBRATING SURFING IN THE
SUMMER GAMES
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
The Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum (HBISM) plans to kick off the
summer season by hosting an event on International Surfing Day, June 20, 2017, that
will showcase Huntington Beach and serve two purposes:
• Set a Guinness Book of World Records with a "Surfing Circle of Honor —
Celebrating Surfing in the Summer Games" event — an attempt to have more than
500 surfers (and celebrities) connected in a circle, while holding hands in the water
as the "World's Largest Recorded Paddle Out" as a fundraiser for awareness for
the HBISM.
• The Surfing Circle of Honor, Celebrating Surfing in the Summer Games also
symbolizes solidarity, community, and surfing in Surf City USA while welcoming
the potential surfing summer games to HB. As Los Angeles bids on the 2024
Olympic Games, we believe Huntington Beach is the perfect "plug and play"
location to serve as the "Surfing Village" to host the Surfing Summer Games. The
highly anticipated announcement will take place on September 13, 2017 as to
whether Paris or Los Angeles will host the 2024 Summer Games.
MOTION:
Approve a $10,000 contribution to the Huntington Beach International Surfing Museum
for its "Surfing Circle of Honor = Celebrating Surfing In the Summer Games" in an
attempt to break the Guinness Book for World Records for "World's Largest Paddle Out"
and to demonstrate Huntington Beach support as the Surfing Village of the Summer
Games.
Cc: Fred Wilson, City Manager
Ken Domer, Assistant City Manager
Robin Estanislau, City Clerk
Michael Gates, City Attorney
Item 5. - 1 Hs -52-
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
City Council Interoffice Communication
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Lyn Semeta, City Council Member
Erik Peterson, City Council Member
Date: May 8, 2017
Subject: CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ITEM FOR MAY 15, 2017, CITY
COUNCIL MEETING — REVIEW OF REPUBLIC SERVICES
CONTRACT FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
Rainbow, or its successor entity, has been the City's official refuse collector since the late
1950s. Due to shrinking landfill space and higher environmental standards, the industry has
become more and more regulated since the 1980s. In 1989, the State of California approved
the California Integrated Waste Management Act (also known as AB 939), which mandated that
local agencies divert 50% of their waste stream from landfills by the year 2000.
In response to AB 939, the City adopted its Integrated Waste Management Plan (IWMP)
wherein the primary method of the City's waste diversion would be provided by a Solid Waste
Processing Facility (also known as a MRF or Materials Recovery Facility).
The City's 1990 Refuse Collection Franchise Agreement with Rainbow Disposal called for the
construction of a transfer station, or "MRF." At that time, the City approved an "evergreen"
clause in that agreement (basically, a 15-year notice of cancellation clause) so that Rainbow
would have a guaranteed revenue source to pay for the construction of the MRF.
The last time the agreement was substantially revised was in 2006, but the "evergreen" term of
the contract was left untouched. This 2006 contract amendment was just the latest in a long
line of amendments to the City's Franchise Agreement with Rainbow. Now, Republic Services
owns Rainbow Disposal.
In addition to the undesirable automatic renewal "evergreen" nature of the term of this Franchise
Agreement, the citizens of Huntington Beach pay a relatively much higher rate for services than
do many other rate payers throughout the County.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Create an Ad Hoc Council Committee to include Council Member Peterson and Council
Member Semeta to work with the City Attorney to begin negotiations with Republic to develop a
new, streamlined, Franchise Agreement that will reflect waste management requirements under
current State Law, contemplate the Waste Management Facilities current processes, and reflect
better pricing and terms for the people of Huntington Beach.
xc: Fred Wilson, City Manager
Ken Domer, Assistant City Manager
Robin Estanislau
Michael Gates, City Attorney
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