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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
Monday, August 6, 2018
Council Chambers
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Study Session - 4:00 PM
Regular Meeting - 6:00 PM
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
MIKE POSEY, Mayor
ERIK PETERSON, Mayor Pro Tem
PATRICK BRENDEN, Councilmember
BARBARA DELGLEIZE, Councilmember
JILL HARDY, Councilmember
WILLIAM O’CONNELL, Councilmember
LYN SEMETA, Councilmember
STAFF
FRED A. WILSON, City Manager
MICHAEL E. GATES, City Attorney
ROBIN ESTANISLAU, City Clerk
ALISA CUTCHEN, City Treasurer
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4:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda
Distribution)
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3
Minute Time Limit)
STUDY SESSION
18-1701.Joint Meeting of the Finance Commission and City Council -
Finance Commission will present Budget balancing options
Roll Call: Hreish (chair), Sterud (vice chair), Bunten, Lo Grasso,
Romero, Small, Van Der Mark
18-1392.Public Art Master Plan Proposal
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION
18-2293.Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2), the City Council
shall recess into Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney
regarding potential litigation. Number of cases, one (1).
18-2304.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: Huntington Beach Police
Officers' Association (HBPOA) v. City of Huntington Beach,
Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2016-00884624.
18-2315.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: Silvia Aleksiejczyk v. City of
Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No.
30-2018-00972803.
18-2326.Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), the City Council
shall recess into Closed Session to confer with the City Attorney
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regarding the following lawsuit: John Thomas Christiana v. City
of Huntington Beach and Robert Handy, Orange County Superior
Court Case No. 30-2017-00918017.
18-2357.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: Debbie Mallery v. City of
Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No.
30-2017-00940742.
18-2438.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: City of Huntington Beach vs.
Surf City Beach Cottages, LP, Orange County Superior Court
Case No. 30-2016-00874885.
18-2449.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: Carlene Hanson v. City of
Huntington Beach Orange County Superior Court Case No.
30-2016-00863143.
6:00 PM – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING
ROLL CALL
O'Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, Brenden
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
In permitting a nonsectarian invocation, the City does not intend to proselytize or advance
any faith or belief. Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular religious
belief or form of invocation.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
18-20910.Mayor Posey to call on family members of the late Scott O’Hanlon
and present them with a special commendation for his
contributions to the Huntington Beach community.
18-21011.Mayor Posey to present commendations to members of the
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City’s Citizens Academy for their participation in the City’s 2nd
Annual Program.
18-22012.Mayor Posey to call on SoCalGas representative Lanae
O’Shields, who will present the Energy Efficiency Incentive Check
for the Well Pump Project.
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
18-21413.Council Report/Appointment of a Voting Delegate and
Alternate to the League of California Cities Annual Conference
and Business Meeting
Appoint Mayor Mike Posey to serve as the voting delegate and City Council Members
Billy O’Connell and Patrick Brenden as alternates to represent the City of Huntington
Beach at the 2018 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Business
Meeting, scheduled for September 12-14, 2018.
Recommended Action:
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
18-23914.Public Safety Update - U. S. Open of Surfing
CITY TREASURER'S REPORT
18-20715.Receive and File the City Treasurer’s June 2018 Quarterly
Investment Report for June 2018, Pursuant to Section 17.0 of the
Investment Policy of the City of Huntington Beach
Receive and File the City Treasurer’s June 2018 Quarterly Investment Report for June
2018, pursuant to Section 17.0 of the Investment Policy of the City of Huntington Beach
Recommended Action:
CONSENT CALENDAR
18-20316.Approve and Adopt Minutes
Approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes
dated July 16, 2018, as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Recommended Action:
18-21217.Approve the July 2018 City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan
Update
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Approve the July 2018 Strategic Objectives Update as contained within Attachment 1.
Recommended Action:
18-22818.Approve the appointment of Chana Warnock to the Children’s
Needs Task Force (CNTF) as recommended by Council Liaisons
Patrick Brenden and Billy O’Connell
Approve the appointment of adult representative Chana Warnock for a partial term to
expire August 31, 2019 , as recommended by Council Liaisons Patrick Brenden and Billy
O’Connell.
Recommended Action:
18-16919.Approve and authorize execution of a Sponsorship Agreement
between the City of Huntington Beach; and, adopt a Highway
Maintenance Corporation for Trash Receptacles and
Sponsorship
A) Approve the “Sponsorship Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and
Adopt a Highway Maintenance Corporation for Trash Receptacles and Sponsorship”; and ,
B) Authorize the Mayor, City Manager, and City Clerk to execute the Sponsorship
Agreement and other related documents on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
18-18120.Approve and authorize execution of Professional Services
Contract with Davis Farr, LLP in an amount not to exceed
$121,500 for Transient Occupancy Tax, Utility User Tax, and
Lease Concession Audit Services
Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the “Professional Services
Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and Davis Farr LLP for Transient
Occupancy Tax, Utility User Tax, and Lease Concession Audit Services” in an amount not
to exceed $121,500.
Recommended Action:
18-20221.Approve and authorize execution of Amendment No. 4 to Ground
Lease Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and
American Tower Asset Subset, LLC
A) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Ground Lease Agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and American Tower Asset Subset, LLC; and ,
B) Authorize the Mayor, City Manager, and City Clerk to execute Amendment No. 4 and
other related documents.
Recommended Action:
18-22522.Approve and authorize the Director of Public Works to
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implement Change Order No. 1 for the Brookhurst Street Bridge
Preventive Maintenance project, CC-1449; and authorize an
appropriation from the Gas Tax Fund of $212,000
Approve Change Order No. 1 and appropriate $212,000 from the Gas Tax undesignated
fund balance to account 20790010.82800 .
Recommended Action:
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
18-21723.Approve Creation of a Harbor Commission
A) Authorize the City Attorney to prepare a Municipal Code Amendment creating a Harbor
Commission; and,
B) Authorize the City Manager and Director of Community Services to create application
guidelines for the Harbor Commission.
Recommended Action:
18-22724.Dissolution of the Ad Hoc Coastal Area Odors Committee
Dissolve the Ad Hoc Committee until further authorized by the City Council.
Recommended Action:
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
18-23825.City Council Member Item for the August 6, 2018, City Council
Meeting, Submitted by Mayor Michael Posey - Senate Bill 35 -
Planning and Affordable Housing
Direct the City Attorney to investigate any and all legal action against the State of
California in regards to Senate Bill 35 to exempt us from the requirements of Senate
Bill 35.
Recommended Action:
18-24026.City Council Member Item for the August 6, 2018, City Council
Meeting, Submitted by Councilmember Brenden - Electric Vehicle
Charging Infrastructure
Direct the City Manager to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) document for the
expansion of the City’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure in public places, adding
additional charging stations for public use at City facilities.
Recommended Action:
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing
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Authority is Monday, August 20, 2018, at 4:00 PM in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 2000
Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
INTERNET ACCESS TO CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AGENDA
AND STAFF REPORT MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
AT
http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-170 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
Joint Meeting of the Finance Commission and City Council - Finance Commission will
present Budget balancing options
Roll Call: Hreish (chair), Sterud (vice chair), Bunten, Lo Grasso, Romero, Small, Van Der Mark
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Budget
Balancing
Options
City Council Study Session
August 6, 2018
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Projected Budget Deficits
(Based on May 7,2018 Strategic Planning Meeting)
Fiscal Year 2019/2020 -$1.059 million
Fiscal Year 2020/2021 -$1.019 million
Fiscal Year 2021/2022 -$2.808 million
Fiscal Year 2022/2023 -$1.385 million
This is “best case” projection because it does not include any
future modifications by CalPERS or possible economic slowdowns
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Directions and Recommendations
City Council directed the Finance Commission to:
“Review budget balancing revenue options from staff, and make recommendations to the City Council for approval”
Finance Commission:
Established a subcommittee to review staff recommendations
Met and reviewed staff recommendations, and added recommendations from the Finance Commission
Approved final recommendations to City Council that include revenue increase and budget reduction options.
Final recommendations exceed projected deficits because deficits are projected to continue and increase beyond FY 22/23
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Recommendations
Three Types of Recommendations
Recommendations from staff
Recommendations from the Finance Commission
Recommendations from staff that were modified by the Finance
Commission
Increase Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
Current rate 10% - Increase to 11%
Requires vote of Huntington Beach residents
Projected revenue $1.14 million
Finance Commission recommends “No” (currently visitor pays
13%)
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Increase Sales Tax – General
Current rate 7.75% - Increase to 8%
Requires vote of Huntington Beach Residents
Projected revenue $6.2 million
Finance Commission recommends “No”
Establish a Special Sales Tax – Public Safety
Current rate 7.75% - Increase to 8.75%
Requires vote of Huntington Beach residents
Projected revenue $23 million
Finance Commission recommends “No”
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Increase Citywide Fees and Charges
Projected revenue $799,000
Finance Commission recommends “Yes”
Increase Fines for Parking Citations
Increase fines for various violations that have not been adjusted
recently, and are below fines in several nearby cities
Projected revenue $318,000
Finance Commission recommends “Yes”
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Increase Recovery of Fees Related to Independent Outside Contracts
Example: Animal Services Contract with Orange County
•Cost rising significantly (FY 16/17 $1.1 million, FY 18/19 $1.5 million)
Current city fees are less than full cost recovery
Unaltered license fee $100 – full cost recovery $159 (1488 licenses)
Altered license fee $27 – full cost recovery $51 (15,878 licenses)
Projected revenue unknown
Finance Commission recommends “Yes”
Increase Commercial Refuse Franchise Fee
Current rate 5% - Increase to 7-10%
Projected revenue $360,000 to $900,000
Finance Commission recommends “No”
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Establish “Dark Fiber” leasing program
City currently has 380 miles of “under used” fiber
Study and develop a program to lease use of fiber
Very early stages of development
Projected revenue $380,000
Finance Commission recommends “Yes”
Examine PCTA Cable Use and Franchising Fees
Explore options regarding use of PCTA Cable Television and
existing fees
Projected expenditure reduction $350,000
Finance Commission recommends “Yes”
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Staff Recommendation
Explore Revenue Opportunities Related to Short Term Rentals
Finance Commission Modification
Increase Fines and Establish Enforcement Program for Illegal Short
Term Rentals
Currently little enforcement of estimated 700 short term rentals
Projected revenue unknown
Finance Commission recommends “Yes”
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Staff Recommendation
Explore Cannabis Related Revenue Options – No Retail
Finance Commission Modification
Explore Cannabis Related Revenue Options – Including Retail
Current state law permits recreational sales and use of
marijuana
Ballot measure was approved by state and Huntington Beach
voters
Direct city staff to study and recommend revenue options that
would include all cannabis related activities including retail sales
Projected revenue unknown
Finance Commission recommends “Yes”
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Maximize Revenue From Shared Service Agreements with Other Cities
Current examples
•Metro Net, Air Support Unit, Central Net, etc.
Direct staff to maximize revenue from current shared service
agreements and explore additional opportunities
Projected revenue unknown
Finance Commission recommends – “Yes”
Employees Should Contribute 50% (Maximum Allowed) of Normal
Cost of CalPERS Pension Contribution
Authorized by PEPRA in 2018
Requires negotiations with employees groups
Projected savings $400,000
Finance Commission recommends – “Yes”
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Expand Use Of Parking Meters in Downtown Huntington Beach (Finance Commission Recommendation)
Install parking meters on streets not currently metered
Projected revenue unknown
Finance Commission recommends – “Yes”
Begin the Process of Staff Reductions as Vacancies Occur (Finance Commission Recommendation)
Personnel costs are currently 72% of General Fund Budget
Based on current revenue and budget projections, the Finance Commission believes it will be necessary to reduce the number of city staff to address budget shortfalls
Process should begin now rather than wait for budget crisis
Past city response to significant budget shortfalls
•Layoffs
•Enhanced retirement offers
Projected savings unknown
Finance Commission recommends “Yes”
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Recommendations Related to Police and Fire Departments
Police and Fire Department Budgets are 55% of General Fund
Budget
Difficult to Make Significant Budget Reductions without
Specifically Including Recommendations for Police and Fire
Departments
Recommendations are Designed to Reduce Expenditures
without Reducing Total Number of Staff in These Departments
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Direct Staff to Evaluate and Make Recommendations on Ways to Reduce
Overtime Expenditures in the Police and Fire Departments (Finance
Commission Recommendation)
Current overtime expenditures (FY 16/17 actuals)
•Fire Department $6,082,720 (not including “Strike Team”)
•Police Department $4,714,163
•Total: $11,516,883
•Fire Department budget 61% of Police Department budget
•Fire Department overtime 130% of Police Department overtime
Current established work rules give departments little flexibility in
managing overtime expenditures
Requires negotiations with employee groups
Projected savings unknown
Finance Commission recommends “Yes”
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Maximize Use of “Non-Sworn” Employee Positions in the Police and
Fire Departments (Finance Commission Recommendation)
Replacing “sworn” with “non-sworn” employees results in
significant savings
Example in Police Department
•Full annual cost of average police officer $250,000
•Full annual cost of average community services officer
$100,000
Requires negotiations with employee groups
Projected savings – Unknown
Finance Commission recommends – “Yes”
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Direct Staff to Evaluate and Make Recommendations Regarding
“Special Pays” in the Police and Fire Departments (Finance
Commission Recommendation)
What are “Special Pays”?
*Special pay education bonuses do not compound
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Direct Staff to Evaluate and Make Recommendations Regarding
“Special Pays” in the Police and Fire Departments (Finance
Commission Recommendation)
City must be able to recruit and retain employees
Annual costs of special pays in Police and Fire Departments -
$7,400,000 (FY 16/17)
One Example – FTO pay in Police Department
Requires negotiations with employee groups
Projected savings unknown
Finance Commission Recommends – “Yes”
Establish “Spending Cap” of 70% on Personnel Services in Future
Budget Years (Finance Commission Recommendation)
Current budget 72%, historically about 70%
Finance Commission Recommends – “No”
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Questions?
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File #:18-139 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
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File #:18-229 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2), the City Council shall recess into Closed
Session to confer with the City Attorney regarding potential litigation. Number of cases, one
(1).
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-230 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
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:Huntington Beach
Police Officers' Association (HBPOA) v. City of Huntington Beach,Orange County Superior
Court Case No. 30-2016-00884624.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-231 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
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:Silvia Aleksiejczyk v.
City of Huntington Beach,Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2018-00972803.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-232 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
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:John Thomas
Christiana v. City of Huntington Beach and Robert Handy, Orange County Superior Court
Case No. 30-2017-00918017.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-235 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
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:Debbie Mallery v.
City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2017-00940742.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-243 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
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:City of Huntington
Beach vs. Surf City Beach Cottages, LP, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2016-
00874885.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-244 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
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:Carlene Hanson v.
City of Huntington Beach Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2016-00863143.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-209 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
Mayor Posey to call on family members of the late Scott O’Hanlon and present them with a
special commendation for his contributions to the Huntington Beach community.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-210 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
Mayor Posey to present commendations to members of the City’s Citizens Academy for their
participation in the City’s 2nd Annual Program.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-220 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
Mayor Posey to call on SoCalGas representative Lanae O’Shields, who will present the Energy
Efficiency Incentive Check for the Well Pump Project.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-214 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
To: Honorable City Council Members
From: Mike Posey, Mayor
Date: August 6, 2018
Council Report/Appointment of a Voting Delegate and Alternate to the League of California
Cities Annual Conference and Business Meeting
The Annual Conference for the League of California Cities is scheduled for September 12-14, 2018,
in Long Beach, California.
An important part of the Annual Conference is the Annual Business Meeting (at the General
Assembly), scheduled for 12:30 p.m. on Friday, September 14, at the Long Beach Convention
Center. At this meeting, the League membership will consider and take action on resolutions that
establish League policy.
In order to vote at the Annual Business Meeting, the City Council must designate a voting delegate.
The city may also appoint up to two alternate voting delegates, one of whom may vote in the event
that the designated voting delegate is unable to serve in that capacity. The League has requested
that we send them an official notification of the names of the city’s delegate and alternates no later
than Friday, August 31, 2018.
In the past, the Mayor serves as the voting delegate to represent the city and Council Members serve
as alternates. Therefore, I will serve as the voting delegate and Council Members Billy O’Connell
and Patrick Brenden will serve as alternates.
MOTION
Appoint Mayor Mike Posey to serve as the voting delegate and City Council Members Billy O’Connell
and Patrick Brenden as alternates to represent the City of Huntington Beach at the 2018 League of
California Cities Annual Conference and Business Meeting, scheduled for September 12-14, 2018.
Cc:Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
Lori Ann Farrell, Assistant City Manager
Robin Estanislau, City Clerk
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File #:18-239 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
Public Safety Update - U. S. Open of Surfing
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-207 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Fred A. Wilson, Executive Director
PREPARED BY:Alisa Cutchen, City Treasurer
Subject:
Receive and File the City Treasurer’s June 2018 Quarterly Investment Report for June 2018,
Pursuant to Section 17.0 of the Investment Policy of the City of Huntington Beach
Statement of Issue:
Receive and File the City Treasurer’s June 2018 Quarterly Investment Report for June 2018,
pursuant to Section 17.0 of the Investment Policy of the City of Huntington Beach
Financial Impact:
Not Applicable
Recommended Action:
Receive and File the City Treasurer’s June 2018 Quarterly Investment Report for June 2018,
pursuant to Section 17.0 of the Investment Policy of the City of Huntington Beach
Alternative Action(s):
Deny or Critique Quarterly Report
Analysis:
Not Applicable
Environmental Status:
Not Applicable
Strategic Plan Goal:
Strengthen economic and financial sustainability
Attachment(s):
1. Treasurer’s Quarterly Investment Report for June 2018
2. Treasurer’s Quarterly PowerPoint Presentation for June 2018
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City of Huntington BeachQuarterly Treasurer’s Report
Quarter Ending: June 30, 2018
Prepared by: Alisa Cutchen, CCMT, CPFIM, City Treasurer
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Economic and Market Overview -At 6/30/18
12-month Inflation Rate (Core PCE Price Index): 2.0%
Unemployment stable at 4.0%,
Federal Reserve raised interest rates: Fed Funds 1.75%-2.00%
Equity Market Volatility –U.S. China Trade Relations
03/31/18 06/30/18 % Chg
DJIA:24,103 24,271 0.7%
S&P:2,641 2,718 2.9%
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Interest Rates –Rising 2-year Treasury
Increase of 11%
Quarter over Quarter
6/30/18 2.52%
3/30/18 2.27%
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Portfolio Summary
As of 6/30/18
Investment Type / Market Value:
•Federal Agencies -$147.6MM
•Corporate Bonds -$25.8MM
•Commercial Paper -$19.9MM
•LAIF -$45.8MM
•IBRD -$5.0MM
TOTAL PORTFOLIO: $244.1MM
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Investments by Type
As of June 30, 2018
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Monthly Portfolio Earnings –July 2017 to June 2018
$334,985
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Recent Changes affecting Investment Portfolio
Revised fiscal year ending June 30, 2018
$25 million invested for CalPERS UAL payment to mature in July
Recent interest rate increases
Limited additional liquidity available for investment
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Portfolio Earnings -As of June 30, 2018
Current Year -Month June, 2018:$334,985 35%
vs. last year: $249,026
Current Year -Fiscal YTD Through 6/30/18:$2,458,650 24%
vs. last year:$1,988,690
Effective Rate of Return June, 2018: 1.63%
Fiscal YTD:1.49%
Solid Return & Liquidity:$45.8 million in LAIF/Bank (Added liquidity)
$25 million for CalPERS UAL pmt in July
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Compliance
The portfolio is in compliance with all relevant State regulations
and the City’s Investment Policy
Selected Investment Policy Requirements:
Investment Type Max. Maturity Max. % of Portfolio Ratings
Federal Agencies 5 yrs none AAA/Aa
IBRD 5 yrs 10%AAA/Aaa
Corporate Bonds 5 yrs 30%A or above
Commercial Paper 270 days 25%A-1/P-1
LAIF n/a $65MM per n/a
account
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-203 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Robin Estanislau, CMC, City Clerk
PREPARED BY:Robin Estanislau, CMC, City Clerk
Subject:
Approve and Adopt Minutes
Statement of Issue:
The City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated July 16, 2018, require
review and approval.
Financial Impact:
None.
Recommended Action:
Approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated July
16, 2018, as written and on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve and/or request revision(s).
Analysis:
None.
Environmental Status:
Non-Applicable.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Non-Applicable - Administrative Item
Attachment(s):
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City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, July 16, 2018
4:00 PM - Council Chambers
6:00 PM - Council Chambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
A video recording of the 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM portions of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and archived at
www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas/
4:00 PM - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALLED TO ORDER — 3:58 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize (arrived at 3:59), Hardy, and Brenden
Absent: None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications received by her office following distribution of the Council agenda packet:
Study Session
Item No. 1. – 18-141 PowerPoint communication submitted by Police Chief Robert Handy, entitled
Huntington Beach Police Facility Modernization Project.
Item No. 2 – 18-144 PowerPoint communication submitted by the City Manager's Office, entitled
Analysis of Alternative Public, Educational, and Governmental (PEG) Access/Outreach Methods.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION / CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
(3 Minute Time Limit) — None
STUDY SESSION
1. 18-141 — Staff provided an overview of the Police Modernization Project
City Manager Wilson introduced Police Chief Handy who thanked Police Captain Brian Seitz, Public
Works General Services Manager Jerry Thompson, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Gil Garcia and
Architects Greg Beard and John Garakian from WestbergWhite Architecture for their efforts on this
project. Captain Seitz presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Huntington Beach Police Facility
Modernization Project with slides titled: Police Building Background (3), Present and Future (2), Rising
Problems, Currently (2), Heavily Used and Overcrowded, Current Condition of the Locker Rooms,
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WestbergWhite Architecture, Existing Lower Level Problem Areas, Consultants, Observations, Locker
Rooms & Gym, Communications, 2nd Floor (Traffic & Lab), Crime Lab, Options, Financing, Next Steps
and Questions
Captain Seitz introduced CFO Garcia who presented the financing options for this project.
Public Works Manager Thompson presented the Next Steps of the project.
Mayor Pro Tem Peterson shared his concern that there doesn't appear to be a preventative maintenance
plan as part of the project, and suggested that the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the project require a
Gant Chart (timeline) to ensure timely completion.
Councilmember O'Connell and staff discussed that the construction is expected to take twelve (12)
months, and staff confirmed they will be addressing the issue of timely completion when compiling the
project specifications.
Councilmember Delgleize and staff discussed financing options and use of a financial consultant during
this phase of the project.
Mayor Posey and Police Chief Handy discussed how recent reconfiguration of the Police Department
Lobby area actually resulted in more workstations. Police Chief Handy acknowledged that a temporary
location for Police Department operations during construction has not yet been identified, and his
understanding of the level of disruption the project is expected to cause.
Chief Handy also stated that a deferred maintenance plan was completed in 2008, but there just was no
funding to implement the plan.
Mayor Posey and WestbergW hite Architects discussed how electrical needs would be met with upgraded
equipment that will require less space.
2. 18-144 — Staff Analysis of Alternative Public, Education, and Governmental (PEG)
Access/Outreach Methods
City Manager Wilson introduced Assistant to the City Manager Antonia Graham and Community
Relations Officer Julie Toledo who jointly presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Analysis of
Alternative Public, Educational, and Governmental (PEG) Access/Outreach Methods with slides titled:
Background, History of PCTA, Governance, Franchise and PEG Fees, Mission of PCTA, Current
Production, Current Trends in TV, Nielsen Will Now Measure YouTube TV Viewership on a Local Level,
Las Vegas, Other Examples of App Usage for Local Gov., What are other Orange County cities doing?,
What can PEG be used for? and Questions.
Councilmember Delgleize and Manager Graham discussed details on using PEG funds, which would
require a budget, as well as a brief overview of the process required if the City chose to provide the
service.
Councilmember Brenden stated his observation that many states are eliminating their PEG stations, and
he asked how they are now creating and delivering programming. Manager Graham responded that the
younger generation is eliminating cable, more municipalities are using mobile apps and web streaming to
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deliver content, and further analysis would be required to determine accurate costs for using alternative
services.
Councilmember Semeta suggested that staff continue to gather more details on specific costs related to
using alternative services. City Manager Wilson confirmed that staff would provide options and costs at a
future Study Session.
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION — 4:58 PM
A motion was made by O'Connell, second Semeta to recess to Closed Session for Items 4 – 9. With no
objections, the motion carried.
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT(S)
3. 18-196 — Mayor Posey Announced: Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City
Council shall recess into Closed Session to meet with its designated labor negotiators:
Fred Wilson, City Manager, Lori Ann Farrell-Harrison, Assistant City Manager; also in
attendance: Michele Warren, Director of Human Resources, Robert Handy, Chief of Police,
Gilbert Garcia, Chief Financial Officer regarding the following: Management Employees’
Organization (MEO), Municipal Employees’ Association (MEA), and Huntington Beach
Police Officers’ Association (POA).
CLOSED SESSION
4. 18-189 — Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6, the City Council recessed into Closed
Session to meet with its designated labor negotiators: Fred Wilson, City Manager, Lori
Ann Farrell-Harrison, Assistant City Manager; also in attendance: Michele Warren, Director
of Human Resources, Robert Handy, Chief of Police, Gilbert Garcia, Chief Financial Officer
regarding the following: Management Employees’ Organization (MEO), Municipal
Employees’ Association (MEA), and Huntington Beach Police Officers’ Association (POA).
5. 18-190 — 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: Jerry
Abrahams v. City of Huntington Beach, Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ10769842; Claim No. COHB-17-0037.
6. 18-191 — 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
McClanahan v. City of Huntington Beach Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board Case No.
ADJ10022294, ADJ3794043, ADJ8971930; Claim Nos. COHB-15-0192; COHB-06-0152;
COHB-12-0246.
7. 18-192 — 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:
Huntington Beach Police Officers’ Association (HBPOA) v. City of Huntington Beach,
Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2016-00884624.
8. 18-193 — 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: Debbie
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Mallery v. City of Huntington Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2017-
00940742.
9. 18-198 — 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 — 6:19 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Councilmember Brenden
INVOCATION
In permitting a nonsectarian invocation, the City does not intend to proselytize or advance any faith or
belief. Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular religious belief or form of invocation.
10. 18-188 — Marcy Tieger from Habitat for Humanity and member of the Greater Huntington
Beach Interfaith Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY — None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
11. 18-091 — Mayor Posey called on Victoria Alberty who presented the Adoptable Pet of the
Month
Victoria Alberty, Waggin' Trails Rescue Foundation, introduced Sophia, brought by Bichon Rescue of
Orange County. Sophia is a 4 year-old female Bichon-poodle mix of about seven (7) pounds who injured
her spine and has been fitted with wheels for her non-working rear legs. Further details can be found at
http://bichonrescueoc.org/availabledogs/.
12. 18-184 — Mayor Posey proclaimed July as "Parks Make Life Better Month" and presented
proclamations to Community Services Director Marie Knight and Public Works Director
Travis Hopkins.
Community Services Director Knight and Public Works Director Hopkins acknowledged the Community
Services Commission and Central Park Sub Committee members who volunteer their time to serve the
City and its parks.
13. 18-195 — Mayor Posey presented a commendation to Rick and Roslyn Bashore for their
efforts in beautifying the entrance to the Fashion Shores tract in Southeast Huntington
Beach (SEHB).
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Mayor Posey displayed a photograph of the enhanced entrance to the Fashion Shores tract at the corner
of Hamilton and Magnolia in Southeast Huntington Beach (SEHB), and expressed his gratitude to Rick
and Roslyn Bashore who held meetings, raised money and took action to improve their neighborhood.
14. 18-185 — Mayor Posey called on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Gilbert Garcia who
presented the July Mayor’s Award to Senior Accounting Technician, Elisabeth Ferguson.
CFO Garcia acknowledged the dedication and public service of Senior Accounting Technician Elisabeth
Ferguson, explaining not only has Ms. Ferguson temporarily stepped into other department positions, but
she has also trained temporary staff while fulfilling the duties of her own position. She has also stepped
up to serve as the department expert for a major software upgrade. Ms. Ferguson joined the City in 2001
and has always been dependable, thoughtful and thorough.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
Consent Calendar
Item No. 19 – 18-093 Email communication received from Amory Hanson regarding agreement for
consultant services with the Fountain Valley Fire Department.
Item No. 20 – 18-168 Communication submitted by Kellee Fritzal, Deputy Director of Business
Development to reflect an ending time correction on Exhibit B, Production and Payment Schedule.
Administrative Items
Item No. 28 – 18-151 PowerPoint communication submitted by Travis Hopkins, Director of Public
Works, entitled Mandatory Commercial Organics Recycling.
Item No. 29 – 18-165 PowerPoint communication submitted by the City Manager's Office entitled City
Council Travel Protocol and Established Policies.
Item No. 30 – 18-194 PowerPoint communication submitted by the City Manager's Office entitled Adopt
Interim Ordinance No. 4165 Establishing a Temporary Moratorium on Shared Mobility Devices.
Councilmember Items
Item No. 31 – 18-187 Email communication received from Amory Hanson regarding memorials for
Father Christian Mondor and Pastor Sumo Sato.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) — 3 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.
Amory Hanson, City Council Candidate in 2018 was called to speak and voiced his opposition to
Consent Calendar Item No. 19 regarding an Agreement with the City of Fountain Valley for an
Emergency Medical Services Manager, as well as opposition to Councilmember Item No. 31 regarding
recognition for Father Christian Mondor and Pastor Sumo Sato. Mr. Hanson asked that Council
members refer to his Supplemental Communication emails for position details. He also shared his
concern about the full membership of the Community Services Commission. (01:26:19)
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Spencer Hagaman was called to speak and expressed support for Administrative Item No. 30 regarding
a Temporary Moratorium on Shared Mobility Devices to take effect immediately. (01:28:59)
Kelsey Brewer, Legislative Affairs Manager for the Association of California Cities — Orange County
(ACC-OC) was called to speak and stated support for Consent Calendar Item 23. D) Assembly Bill 448 -
Orange County Housing Trust Fund. (01:30:08)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Delgleize, as a member of the Santa Ana River Flood Protection Agency, reported that
the Army Corps of Engineers has appropriated approximately $50M funded by Congress for the Santa
Ana River project in 2019. On August 23, 2018, at the Orange County District Board Room, further
details will be provided for anyone who is interested.
Councilmember Brenden announced he participated in an interview for an opening on the Allied Arts
Board, met with the City Attorney, Assistant City Attorney and Councilmember Delgleize to discuss the
next steps for the Air Traffic Noise Working Group, met with the Central Park Sub Committee to discuss
current concerns, attended a Council on Aging Board meeting, and he met with representatives of the
Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association.
Mayor Posey, as a representative on the Orange County Parks Commission, reported a meeting recently
held at Mile Square Park in Fountain Valley to tour their new facilities.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
15. 18-073 — Research and Technology Zoning Code Update — Intro to Work Plan
City Manager Wilson welcomed Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Community Development Director, and
introduced Planning Manager Jennifer Villasenor who presented a brief PowerPoint communication
entitled Research & Technology Zoning Amendment with slides entitled Gothard Corridor/Northwest
Industrial Area and Interested Parties.
Councilmember Delgleize and Manager Villasenor discussed how the Work Plan refines development
standards.
Mayor Posey and Manager Villasenor discussed the effort is to address challenges like larger facility
needs and limited office space, but the Research and Technology Zoning Code Update will not make
anything non-conforming for existing businesses.
16. 18-176 — Police and Fire Fourth of July Debriefing
City Manager Wilson introduced Police Chief Robert Handy and Fire Division Chief Dave McBride who
reported on the 4th of July activities.
Police Chief Handy reported that 4th of July calls were up considerably this year, with 911 calls up by 41
percent. Last year the department responded to 49 calls with credible information, whereas this year
there were 282 calls with credible information regarding people lighting fireworks. This year about 200
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pounds of illegal fireworks were seized compared to about 600 pounds last year. Chief Handy thanked all
City personnel and volunteers who were responsible for a safe 4th of July experience.
Division Chief McBride reported there were no major incidents, but there were 60 rescues, 24 medical
aide incidents and several thousand preventive actions by Marine Safety staff. There were five fires
related to trash dumpsters or rubbish most likely related to discarded fireworks. There were no fireworks
related injuries.
Councilmember Delgleize and Chief Handy discussed details of the illegal firework seizures which were
a result of public calls to the hot line, and the proactive efforts which started well before July 4th. Chief
Handy explained that the hot line was set up to keep 911 open for life-threatening calls.
Councilmember Semeta and Chief Handy discussed that for a misdemeanor crime arrest, an officer must
observe the possession, or another citizen who made the observation must be willing to testify in court.
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Attorney Gates stated for the record, related to Consent Calendar Item 26, (regarding the
Certification of Special Assessments for collecting Delinquent Civil Fines for Municipal Code Violations,
which are recorded with the County and placed on property owner tax rolls), that an attorney
representing the owner of 8162 Talbert Avenue is challenging the City's special assessments, and has
requested a continuance of this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Peterson pulled Consent Calendar Item 23.
Councilmember Hardy requested to be recorded as a "No" vote for Consent Calendar Item 22.
Councilmember Brenden pulled Consent Calendar Item Nos. 18 and 27.
17. 18-186 — Approved and Adopted Minutes
A motion was made by Delgleize, second O’Connell to approve and adopt the City Council/Public
Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated July 2, 2018, as written and on file in the Office of the
City Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
18. 18-057 — Approved and authorized execution of a six month Agreement with the City of
Costa Mesa for Public Safety Helicopter Services.
Councilmember Brenden pulled this item to confirm with Police Chief Handy that there is a fee escalation
component to this agreement. Chief Handy stated that is tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
A motion was made by Brenden, second O’Connell to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute Amendment Number One to the "Services Agreement For Public Safety Helicopter Support
Between the City of Huntington Beach and the City of Costa Mesa."
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
19. 18-093 — Approved and authorized execution of an Agreement with the City of Fountain
Valley for an Emergency Medical Services Manager
A motion was made by Delgleize, second O’Connell to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute "Agreement for Consultant Services" with the City of Fountain Valley.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
20. 18-168 — Approved and authorized execution of a Lease Agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and Braver Players Musical Theater Foundation
A motion was made by Delgleize, second O’Connell to approve the "Lease Agreement between the City
of Huntington Beach and Braver Players Musical Foundation for nonexclusive use of the Huntington
Beach Central Library Theater"; and, authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the Lease
Agreement and other related documents, as amended by Supplemental Communication (Exhibit B,
Production and Payment Schedule), on behalf of the City.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
21. 18-154 — Approved and authorized Professional Services Contracts for On Call
Architectural Engineering Services with IDS Group, Inc., Westberg + White, Inc., and Mark
Anderson Architects, Inc. (d.b.a. Pacific Rim Architecture), each in an amount not to
exceed $250,000
A motion was made by Delgleize, second O’Connell to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute $250,000 Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and IDS
Group, Inc. for On Call Architectural Engineering Services; and, approve and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute $250,000 Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach
and Westberg + White, Inc. for On Call Architectural Engineering Services; and, approve and authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute $250,000 Professional Services Contract between the City of
Huntington Beach and Mark Anderson Architects, Inc. (d.b.a. Pacific Rim Architecture) for On Call
Architectural Engineering Services.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
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22. 18-182 — Accepted corrections to the Windward Specific Plan by Re-adopting Resolution
No. 2017-18 with amended Exhibit D, and Resolution No. 2017-19 with amended Exhibit B
A motion was made by Delgleize, second O’Connell to re-adopt Resolution Nos. 2017-18 (Local Coastal
Program Amendment No. 16-002) and 2017-19 (Zoning Text Amendment No. 16-004) with amended
Exhibits D and B, respectively.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, and Brenden
NOES: Hardy
23. 18-162 — Approved City Council Positions on Legislation pending before the State
Legislature as recommended by the City Council Intergovernmental Relations Committee
(IRC)
Mayor Pro Tem Peterson pulled this item to state his "No" vote on Recommended Action D (AB448)
regarding Orange County Housing Trust Fund, because in his opinion adding more government is rarely
a viable solution; however, he hopes that the plan will work.
Councilmember O'Connell and Kelsey Brewer, Legislative Affairs Manager for the Association of
California Cities — Orange County (ACC-OC) discussed that the Housing Trust Fund would not support
emergency housing. The bill as written, in Section 2, states housing for homelessness, including but not
limited to permanent housing, extremely low, very low and low income housing. Section 3 states that the
guidelines of the funding source must be followed, therefore, if the funding source allows for emergency
housing it could be possible; however, presently there are no funding sources that include emergency
housing.
Councilmember O'Connell stated his concern that over the years Housing and Urban Development has
been eliminating transitional housing and the least amount of funds were providing the greatest number
of beds. Now, however, they have flipped that and more money is being used for the least amount of
beds. In Councilmember O'Connell's opinion, transitional housing has tremendously reduced
homelessness in the community, but is now receiving less funding.
Mayor Posey and Ms. Brewer discussed that permanent supportive housing is a national model to end
chronic homelessness. People with addiction, mental illness, or who have been homeless for over 10
years meet chronic homeless criteria. The chronic homeless cost the most money and it is felt that in the
long run it will save funds to address the needs of these individuals.
Councilmember Delgleize stated her support for this item because it does not raise taxes, and a city can
choose whether they participate. Councilmember Delgleize sees this as an opportunity to develop
workable solutions that will make an impact on the problem of homelessness.
Councilmember O'Connell stated his support for this item, and believes that private/public partnerships
do work to not only positively impact the current generation, but also future generations.
Councilmember Brenden stated that there is bi-partisan support for this Assembly Bill, including Orange
County representatives. He also reiterated that this is about money that is already in Sacramento, and
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currently for Orange County there is no concerted effort to access the available funds. In his opinion, an
Orange County Housing Trust Fund would allow for more efficient and effective use of funds.
A motion was made by Peterson, second O’Connell to approve a City position of Oppose Senate Bill 946
(Lara) - Sidewalk Vendors; and, approve a City position of Oppose on Senate Bill 998 (Dodd) -
Discontinuation of Residential Water Service; and, approve a City position of Oppose on Senate Bill 623
(Monning) - Water Quality: Safe and Affordable Drinking Water Fund; and, approve a City position of
Support on Assembly Bill 448 (Daly) - Orange County Housing Trust Fund.
The motion carried by the following vote:
SB 946, SB 998 and SB 623:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
AB 448:
AYES:
O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: Peterson
24. 18-094 — Adopted Resolution No. 2018-41 authorizing the execution of a Lease Agreement
with the State Lands Commission for operation and maintenance of the Huntington Beach
Pier and related Concessions
A motion was made by Delgleize, second O’Connell to adopt Resolution 2018-41, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing Execution by the Mayor of a Lease Agreement
between the City and California State Lands Commission for Operation and Maintenance of Huntington
Beach Pier and Related Concessions."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
25. 18-146 — Adopted Resolution No. 2018-46 confirming the report of the Public Works
Director regarding the costs for weed abatement on private property within the City for the
2018 season
A motion was made by Delgleize, second O’Connell to adopt Resolution No. 2018-46, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Confirming the Report of the Director of Public Works
Regarding the Costs for Weed Abatement on Private Property within the City for the 2018 Season"; and,
direct that all charges listed thereon be certified to the Orange County 2018/19 Property Tax Roll.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
26. 18-167 — Adopted Resolution No. 2018-47 approving the Certification of Special
Assessments for collecting Delinquent Civil Fines for Municipal Code Violations
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A motion was made by Delgleize, second O’Connell to adopt Resolution No. 2018-47, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Certifying Special Assessments for Collecting
Delinquent Civil Fines for Municipal Code Violations."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
27. 18-166 — Adopted Resolution No. 2018-48 amending Resolution 2018-29 which
established a Consolidated Comprehensive Citywide Master Fee and Charges Schedule
(Supplemental Fee Resolution 6) to make permanent parking rate modifications for the
Great Pacific Airshow and set a policy for annual parking pass holders during events
where the parking rate has been increased, as amended.
Councilmember Brenden pulled this item to state his opposition to the recommendation of staff to make
permanent parking rate modifications for annual parking pass holders during events where the parking
rate has been increased.
Councilmember O'Connell stated that he agrees with Councilmember Brenden.
Councilmember Hardy stated her support of the position taken by Councilmembers Brenden and
O'Connell.
Councilmember Delgleize and Director of Community Services Knight discussed that the Council had
last year asked that staff provide an alternative option to black-out dates for annual parking pass holders,
while also keeping in mind the purpose of the increased parking fees is to offset extra expenses for
public safety.
Councilmember Brenden and Director Knight discussed details of parking passes including donations to
City non-profits, the give-away through local auto dealer sales, as well as City board and commission
members. Councilmember Brenden requested a staff report detailing parking pass donations.
Councilmember Semeta stated she does not believe that a majority of the annual parking pass holders
would object to paying more for special events several times a year.
Mayor Posey stated his concern about making a change affecting annual parking pass holders,
especially since there is currently no accurate analysis of annual parking pass statistics.
A motion was made by Brenden, second O’Connell to adopt Resolution 2018-48, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach amending Resolution 2018-29 which established a
Consolidated Comprehensive Citywide Master Fee and Charges Schedule (Supplemental Fee
Resolution 6)" as amended to remove language to levy a $15 upcharge to annual parking pass
holders during specific events.
Discussion ensued.
A substitute motion was made by Semeta, second Peterson to adopt Resolution 2018-48, "A Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach amending Resolution 2018-29 which established a
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Consolidated Comprehensive Citywide Master Fee and Charges Schedule (Supplemental Fee
Resolution 6)."
The substitute motion failed by the following vote:
AYES: Semeta, Peterson, Delgleize
NOES: O’Connell, Posey, Hardy and Brenden
The original motion made by Brenden, second O’Connell to adopt Resolution 2018-48, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach amending Resolution 2018-29 which established a
Consolidated Comprehensive Citywide Master Fee and Charges Schedule (Supplemental Fee
Resolution 6)" as amended to remove language to levy a $15 upcharge to annual parking pass
holders during specific events, carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: Peterson, and Delgleize
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
28. 18-151 — Accepted Rainbow Environmental Services’ proposal for a Commercial Organic
Waste Recycling Program including a 2.18% Commercial Trash Rate Adjustment
City Manager Wilson briefly reviewed information provided by Rainbow Services and the impact on rates
for commercial accounts, and introduced Senior Administrative Analyst Debra Jubinsky who presented a
PowerPoint communication entitled Mandatory Commercial Organics Recycling with slides titled:
Background, AB 1826 Requirements, Rainbow Proposed Program (6), Summary and Questions.
Councilmember Delgleize confirmed with Analyst Jubinsky that no refuse from this program will be
disposed of within the City.
Councilmember Semeta asked Chris Kentopp, Rainbow General Manager, how this proposal compares
to industry best practices. Mr. Kentopp could only confirm that there are about ten other Orange County
communities that have signed up for similar programs. Jennifer Wallen, a representative of Cal Recycle,
stated that Solid Waste of America (SWA) reports that the major push is to spread the burden of cost
across the commercial sector.
Mayor Posey stated that this is a case of Sacramento making a mandate but providing no funding to
implement. In this case, the Tier I Commercial restaurants who create the most organic waste are
carrying the cost burden.
A motion was made by Delgleize, second O’Connell to accept Rainbow Environmental Services'
proposal for Organic Waste Recycling program to comply with AB 1826.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: Peterson
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29. 18-165 — Accepted existing City Council Travel Protocol and Established Policies
— NO VOTE TAKEN
City Manager Wilson presented a PowerPoint communication entitled City Council Travel Protocol and
Established Policies with slides titled: Background, Current Practices, Best Practices, Potential Options
to Consider and Questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Peterson expressed his support for the historical protocol where the Mayor represents
everyone.
Councilmember Delgleize asked Councilmember Hardy to explain the historical protocol. Councilmember
Hardy responded that each Councilmember has a travel budget, and if/when those funds are depleted,
any additional travel would have to be funded by another Councilmember who still has travel funds
available. In the case of too many Councilmembers wanting to make the same trip, seniority determines
who goes.
Councilmember Brenden asked for clarification on "seniority." Councilmember Hardy explained that in
this situation, seniority is determined by Councilmember position with the Mayor having first right of
refusal and the immediate past Mayor is placed at the bottom of the list.
Each Councilmember stated their agreement with the historical protocol.
30. 18-194 — Adopted Interim Ordinance No. 4164 establishing a Temporary Moratorium on
Shared Mobility Devices to take effect immediately
(Requires 4/5 Vote to Adopt)
City Manager Wilson presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Adopt Interim Ordinance No. 4164
Establishing a Temporary Moratorium on Shared Mobility Devices with slides titled: Background,
Analysis, and Questions
A motion was made by Peterson, second Delgleize to, after the City Clerk reads by title, adopt Interim
Ordinance No.4164, "An Interim Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Establishing a Temporary Moratorium on Shared Mobility Devices to take Effect Immediately."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
31. 18-187 — Approved Item Submitted by Council Member Brenden — Recognition for Father
Christian Mondor and Pastor Sumo Sato
Councilmember Brenden introduced this item with a brief PowerPoint communication with slides entitled
Father Christian Mondor, Pastor Blaine "Sumo" Sato, A Fitting Public Memorial and Recommended
Action to describe their spiritual heritage to the community. Councilmember Brenden stated that the
Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council is willing to raise the funds for this memorial.
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A motion was made by Brenden, second Delgleize to direct the Community Services Commission to
work with the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council and the surfing community and the
followers of Father Christian and Pastor Sumo to develop a proposal for a public memorial honoring
Father Christian and Pastor Sumo Sato these two men. Return to City Council within 90 days to present
the proposal.
The amended motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: O’Connell, Semeta, Peterson, Posey, Delgleize, Hardy, and Brenden
NOES: None
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Mayor Pro Tem Peterson reported attending the memorial service for Veteran Zach Martinez who was
instrumental in setting up Patriot's Point, and he thanked the 4th of July Board for their hard work to
ensure another successful event.
Councilmember Hardy thanked the 4th of July Board, Public Safety and Public Works staff for another
wonderful event, and thanked the staff responsible for the excellent Jr. Lifeguard program.
Councilmember Semeta thanked everyone involved in the 4th of July day-long event, and thanked Lois
Barth for the donation that provided for cash awards for the current Art Center Water Works exhibition,
and congratulated Carrol Wolf for winning Best of Show.
Councilmember O'Connell thanked everyone involved in the safe 4th of July event, including the Police
and Fire Department members, and reported attending the Zach Martinez memorial service to honor a
man who served our country and our community.
Councilmember Delgleize thanked everyone responsible for the Zach Martinez memorial service,
including Community Services Supervisor Chris Cole, Mark & Leslie Mays of Tee It Up for the Troops,
Mike Michone from Refuge Church, and the American Legion Color Guard.
Councilmember Brenden commended Councilmember Delgleize for adopting Zach's cause and helping
to ensure success in implementing his vision. Councilmember Brenden reported attending the Sunset
Beach Community Association Annual Pancake Breakfast, and the Chamber of Commerce AM Connect
Breakfast, as well as presenting a City update for residents at a meeting held at Kathy May's Lakeview
Cafe. He thanked all of the City staff and volunteers who ensure a fun and safe day-long 4th of July
event, including the Visit HB and Restore HB volunteers who assisted with trash clean-up on July 5th.
Mayor Posey thanked Community Relations Officer Julie Toledo, and Sergeant of Arms Police Officer
Frahm for their dedication to a successful 4th of July event. Mayor Posey reported visiting a local
business, Applied Computer Services (ACS), which was arranged by Kellee Fritzal, Deputy Director of
Economic Development, addressing the Citizen's Academy, and holding a Town Hall Meeting to address
Environmental Social Governance Investment Strategies and CalPERS which was also attended by
Senator John Moorlach and several CalPERS representatives.
ADJOURNMENT — 8:26 PM to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City
Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, August 6, 2018, at 4:00 PM in the Civic Center Council
Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
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INTERNET ACCESS TO CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AGENDA AND STAFF
REPORT MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AT
http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
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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:
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City Clerk-Secretary
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Mayor-Chair
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-212 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Antonia Graham, Assistant to the City Manager
Subject:
Approve the July 2018 City of Huntington Beach Strategic Plan Update
Statement of Issue:
The City Council held a Strategic Planning Retreat on February 13, 2018, in which the City Council
developed 25 Strategic Objectives based on five (5) Strategic Plan Goals. The Strategic Objectives
were reviewed in a public meeting and through consensus by the City Council Members present,
were compiled into a draft Strategic Objectives Grid. The Strategic Objectives were brought forth to
City Council for approval on March 19, 2018.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable. Individual Strategic Objectives which have a budgetary impact will be considered
separately.
Recommended Action:
Approve the July 2018 Strategic Objectives Update as contained within Attachment 1.
Alternative Action(s):
Amend or reject the Strategic Objectives Update and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
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. This process
is ongoing and is a critical component of maintaining the City in a fiscally sustainable manner. In
fulfilling this process, the City Council met on February 13, 2018, to review and update the Three-
Year Goals and their Priority Strategic Objectives.
The Three-Year Goals are organized into five categories as follows:
- 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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Each of these categories includes a list of Six-Month Strategic Objectives. The Strategic Objectives
contained in the matrix all gained consensus at the Strategic Planning Retreat. Additionally, the
Strategic Objectives were brought forth to City Council on March 19, 2018, where they were
approved in their entirety. The attached Strategic Objectives Matrix contains a status and comments
column that are updated to reflect the most recent activity on each item that was identified at the
Council Strategic Planning Session. The status is reported to Council monthly.
Environmental Status:
Not Applicable.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Improve quality of life
Enhance quality of life
Strengthen economic and financial sustainability
Enhance and maintain public safety
Enhance and maintain City service delivery
Attachment(s):
1. City of Huntington Beach Strategic Objectives - July 2018 Update
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C I T Y O F H U N T I N G T O N B E A C H
S T R A T E G I C O B J E C T I V E S
(February 13, 2018 – January 1, 2019)
JULY 2018 CITY COUNCIL UPDATE
THREE-YEAR GOAL: IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE
WHEN
WHO
WHAT
STATUS
COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1.
By June 1, 2018
Chief Information
Officer (lead), City
Attorney and
Councilmember Jill
Hardy
Implement a website interface for the community to file nuisance
complaints that is more visible and prominent to the public.
X
The new “contact us” page was
implemented on 6/12/2018 and
the My HB app replaced
Pipeline on July 17.
Information Services will
present to Council at the August
20 meeting.
2.
By September 1,
2018
City Attorney (lead),
and Councilmembers
Erik Peterson, Jill
Hardy and Lyn
Semeta
Propose amendments to the City Council for action that strengthen
the Neighborhood Nuisance Ordinances.
X
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THREE-YEAR GOAL: ENHANCE AND MAINTAIN INFRASTRUCTURE
WHEN
WHO
WHAT
STATUS
COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1.
By June 1, 2018
Assistant City Manager
(lead), Police Chief and
Public Works Director
Complete a needs assessment and financing of Police Department
Facilities and provide recommendations for improvement to the City
Council for action.
X
The Police, Public Works, and
Finance Departments made a
presentation to the City
Council on July 16, 2018
regarding the PD
Headquarters proposed
modernization, estimated costs
and potential financing options.
2.
By June 1, 2018
Public Works Director
and Community Services
Director, working with the
Central Park Committee
and Community Services
Commission
Prioritize park maintenance needs and improvements and present to
the City Council for consideration.
X
On May 21, 2018, the FY
2018/19 Proposed Budget
Capital Improvement Plan
(CIP) was presented to the
City Council, including park
improvement projects to be
financed next year.
3.
By June 1, 2018
August 1, 2018
Community Services
Director and Public
Works Director, with
input from the
Community Services
Commission
Complete an assessment of park playground equipment and
playground surfacing and recommend priorities to the City Council for
consideration.
x
The CS Commission
Subcommittee met in July 2.
They will forward a
recommendation to the full
Commission at the September
meeting. Once the
Commission approves of the
recommended priorities, this
list will be used to allocate
available CIP and/or park
funding on a priority basis.
4.
By October 1,
2018
Chief Information Officer
(CIO) and Public Works
Director
Perform and assessment of all technology needs and current
technology programs used to support infrastructure assets to prepare
for development of a Comprehensive Asset Management System.
X
Staff worked with the
NextLevel Technology to build
a proposal to perform an
assessment of Public Works
technologies.
5.
By December 15,
2018
Public Works Director
and Assistant City
Manager, with input from
the Department Directors
Assess City facility deficiencies and provide recommendations for
improvement to the City Council for action.
X
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6.
By January 1,
2019
Public Works Director
and CIO
Perform a power and electricity needs assessment for City facilities
and report results with recommendations to the City Manager.
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Public Works to address this
item as part of facilities needs
assessment.
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THREE-YEAR GOAL: STRENGTHEN ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
WHEN
WHO
WHAT
STATUS
COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1.
By August 6, 2018
Assistant City Manager
(lead), CFO, and
Deputy Director of
Business Development
Conduct a City Council Study Session on budget balancing
options, including looking at current revenue sources, potential
new revenue options and sale of surplus property.
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Presented at 5/7/18 Study
Session. Item was then referred
to the Finance Commission for
follow-up and recommendations.
The Finance Commission met on
7/25/18 and will present their
recommendations at the City
Council Study Session on
8/6/18.
2.
By August 1, 2018
Public Works Director
and CFO
Recommend options for the commercial refuse franchise fee.
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Under consideration as part of
the franchise renewal
negotiation.
3.
By November 15,
2018
Assistant City Manager
and CFO
Conduct a cost-benefit analysis of the City’s programs and
services and recommend to the City Council for action
adjustments to assist with balancing the budget.
X
ACM and CFO are working on
format and methodology for this
review and are currently on
target for November 15, 2018.
4.
By January 1, 2019
HR Director and CFO
Identify funding to enhance the funded status of the City’s
Workers Comp Plan.
X
This item will be considered in
conjunction with the Fiscal Year
2017/18 Year End Closeout
process and financial statement
audit.
5.
By January 1, 2019
Community
Development Director
Bring to the City Council for action the implementation of the
Research and Technology Section of the Zoning Code.
X
The work plan was introduced at
the City Council’s 07/16/18
Study Session. Stakeholder
meetings have begun.
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THREE-YEAR GOAL: ENHANCE AND MAINTAIN PUBLIC SAFETY
WHEN
WHO
WHAT
STATUS
COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1.
On or before July
1, 2018 and
December 1, 2018
Police Chief
Provide an update to the City Council on the implementation of
Management Partners’ recommendations.
X
The Police Chief made a
presentation regarding the
implementation of the study’s
recommendations to City
Council on May 7, 2018.
2.
By July 1, 2018
Police Chief and
CFO
Present to the City Council for consideration revenue opportunities
to increase funding for police staffing.
X
Options to enhance General
Fund revenue in order to
improve infrastructure,
increase staffing (including
police officers) and address
rising labor costs were
presented to the City Council
at the May 7, 2018, Study
Session .
3.
By September 1,
2018
Fire Chief and CFO
Present the findings of the Peak Load Staffing for Emergency
Transport Services Pilot Program and make a recommendation,
including financial impact, to the City Manager.
X
4.
By September 1,
2018
Fire Chief and CIO
Present to the City Council for consideration a third party Fire
Safety Inspection Reporting System to assist the business
community with web-based reporting.
X
RFP was created and the
vendor/system was selected.
50% of the implementation
work has been completed.
5.
By September 1,
2018
Police Chief and
CIO
Complete the RFP process and recommend a contract to the City
Council for consideration for a new Computer Aided Dispatch
System and a Records Management System.
X
Staff from Police, IS, and
Finance are working on
finalizing the RFP.
6.
By September 1,
2018
Assistant City
Manager, Police
Chief and Deputy
Director of Economic
Development,
working with the ad
hoc Council
Committee on
Homelessness
Present to the City Council for consideration a Comprehensive Plan
to Address Homelessness.
X
A comprehensive plan to
address homelessness in
Huntington Beach will be
presented to the City Council
in September/October.
Community outreach meetings
are taking place alongside
working with the Council
Subcommittee on
Homelessness.
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7.
By January 1,
2019
Fire Chief and CIO
Conduct a needs assessment of the Fire Department’s Computer
Aided Dispatch System and Records Management System and
make recommendations for system integration to the City Manager.
X
Staff met to discuss the project
scope on July 19. A proposal
will be developed for
performing a technology needs
assessment for the Fire
Department in August.
8.
By July 1, 2018
January 31, 2019
Fire Chief and
Assistant City
Manager
Conduct a City Council Study Session on optimizing staffing during
peak and non-peak times.
X
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THREE-YEAR GOAL: ENHANCE AND MAINTAIN CITY SERVICE DELIVERY
WHEN
WHO
WHAT
STATUS
COMMENTS
DONE ON
TARGET
REVISED
1.
By July 1, 2018
August 15, 2018
ACM and CIO
Provide to the City Council an update regarding the implementation of
an Enterprise Land Management (ELM) system.
X
An update regarding the status of
the project will be provided to the
City Council via memo.
2.
By December 31,
2018
Library Services
Director (lead),
CFO and CIO
Implement a system to enable library cardholders to pay fees and fines
online.
X
Ecommerce module of Library’s
Horizon Integrated Library
system is due in the fourth
quarter of 2018. Module is part
of an upgrade that will be
scheduled when available.
3.
By November 1,
2018
PIO (lead), CIO,
City Attorney and
Assistant City
Manager
Create and present to the City Manager a citywide social media plan
for promoting City services, events and operations.
X
Drafting AR and on target for
Nov. 1.
4.
By January 1,
2019
City Manager and
CIO
Develop and present a plan to the City Council for action to improve
connectivity via broadband to downtown City facilities.
X
IS working with the broadband
committee to evaluate different
options.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-228 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Marie Knight, Director of Community Services
Subject:
Approve the appointment of Chana Warnock to the Children’s Needs Task Force (CNTF) as
recommended by Council Liaisons Patrick Brenden and Billy O’Connell
Statement of Issue:
There are currently five (5) vacancies on the Children’s Needs Task Force (CNTF) due to
resignations and term expirations. There is a need to appoint one (1) adult representative vacancy to
the Children’s Needs Task Force.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable.
Recommended Action:
Approve the appointment of adult representative Chana Warnock for a partial term to expire August
31, 2019, as recommended by Council Liaisons Patrick Brenden and Billy O’Connell.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the appointment to the Children’s Needs Task Force and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
The CNTF is seeking the appointment of three (3) new adult and two (2) student representatives to
serve partial terms as vacated through resignations to fill a full-term. The by-laws state that the
CNTF may consist of 13 members with no more than one-third of the membership being students.
The vacancies were posted on the City’s website and on the posting board at City Hall.
There is currently one (1) adult candidate, Chana Warnock, seeking appointment to the CNTF. After
review by Council liaisons Brenden and O’Connell, Warnock is being recommended for appointment
to the CNTF. A short biography of the recommended applicant is described below.
A Huntington Beach native, Ms. Warnock has demonstrated a committed interest in the welfare of
children and the community through her service. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Human
Development. She participates with organizations that serve children, both locally and county-wide,
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such as the We Can Coalition, the Orange County Children’s Partnership, and received the Alice
Hurst Award from CSULB for community leadership. Ms. Warnock has expressed an interest in
collaborating, communicating, and connecting with community members in order to best serve the
children of Huntington Beach.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Improve quality of life
Attachment(s):
1. 2017-18 CNTF Roster
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Children’s Needs Task Force
2017/2018
ADULT MEMBERS YOUTH MEMBERS
DONA CARDONA
Term: 09/17 – 08/21
LINDA CORNEJO
1ST Term: 9/17 - 8/21
JOSLIN DE DIEGO, Ed. D.
Term: 09/17-08/19
MEAGAN KENSEY
1st Term: 09/15-08/19
PHYLLIS LEMBKE, Ed. D.
2nd Term: 09/15 – 08/19
CYNTHIA VARNELL
1st Term: 09/17-08/21
CHANA WARNOCK
Term: 09/17 – 08/19
VACANT
VACANT
TIFFANIE LIN
2nd Term: 09/17 – 06/19
DOMINIQUE SARDINAS
2nd Term: 09/17 – 06/19
VACANT
VACANT
CITY COUNCIL LIAISONS
PATRICK BRENDEN
Patrick.brenden@surfcity-hb.org
BILLY O’CONNELL
Billy.OConnell@surfcity-hb.org
2000 Main Street
City of Huntington Beach
Bus: 714 536-5553
FAX: 714 536-5233
STAFF LIAISON
CHRIS SLAMA
Community Services Manager
(714) 536-5495
FAX: (714) 374-1654
cslama@surfcity-hb.org
RECORDING SECRETARY
HOLLAND MCNABB
Recreation Supervisor
(714) 960-8884
holland.mcnabb@surfcity-hb.org
The CNTF meets the fourth Thursday every other month in February, April, June, August, October, December,
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-169 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Kellee Fritzal, Deputy Director of Economic Development
Subject:
Approve and authorize execution of a Sponsorship Agreement between the City of Huntington
Beach; and, adopt a Highway Maintenance Corporation for Trash Receptacles and
Sponsorship
Statement of Issue:
The City Council is asked to approve a 10-year sponsorship agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and Adopt a Highway Maintenance Corporation for the purchase of 525 trash
receptacles in exchange for minimal public awareness advertisement rights on the trash receptacles
located at the beach.
Financial Impact:
The 525 trash receptacles are valued at $110,250. The City will receive a 3% revenue share of
advertising beginning in the seventh year of the agreement. The lease agreement could generate
$15,210 in General Fund revenue and eliminate the expense of purchasing new trash receptacles.
Recommended Action:
A) Approve the “Sponsorship Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and Adopt a
Highway Maintenance Corporation for Trash Receptacles and Sponsorship”; and,
B) Authorize the Mayor, City Manager, and City Clerk to execute the Sponsorship Agreement and
other related documents on behalf of the City.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the Sponsorship Agreement and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
In 1998 and in 2008, the City Council approved sponsorship agreements with Adopt a Highway
Maintenance Corporation (“AHC”) for trash barrels placed at City beaches in exchange for the rights
to advertise on trash receptacles.
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Staff and AHC have reached an agreement on a new 10-year Sponsorship Agreement. Under the
current proposal, AHC will donate 525 new trash receptacles valued at $110,250 ($210/each) in
exchange for limited advertisement rights and revenue. In addition, the City will receive a 3% share of
revenue commencing in the seventh year of the Agreement. The receptacles, as part of this proposal,
are more robust than the barrels provided under previous contracts and comply with updated State
environmental regulations which require lids.
AHC submitted a proposal based on a similar contract awarded by the County of Los Angeles Board
of Supervisors on April 4, 2017, for a five-year contract in which AHC donated 3,000 receptacles in
exchange for full advertisement rights, with no revenue sharing.
All advertising material is subject to the authorization of the City Manager or his designee.
Furthermore, all sponsorship identification on the receptacles must be appropriate and in good taste.
Signs that are indecent, obscene, pornographic, sexually explicit, or materials advocating the use of
illegal substances, tobacco or alcohol products are prohibited. Each receptacle will have two ads,
each 24" x 36" in size, in addition to the words "Keep Our Beaches Clean."
Environmental Status:
Not Applicable
Strategic Plan Goal:
Strengthen economic and financial sustainability
Improve quality of life
Attachment(s):
1. Sponsorship Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and Adopt a Highway
Maintenance Corporation for Trash Receptacles and Sponsorship
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-181 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Gilbert Garcia, Chief Financial Officer
Subject:
Approve and authorize execution of Professional Services Contract with Davis Farr, LLP in an
amount not to exceed $121,500 for Transient Occupancy Tax, Utility User Tax, and Lease
Concession Audit Services
Statement of Issue:
City Council approval is requested to approve a three-year professional service contract with Davis
Farr, LLP for Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), Utility Users Tax (UUT), and Lease Concession Audit
Services.
Financial Impact:
No additional appropriations are requested. Sufficient appropriations are budgeted in the current
fiscal year in account 10035205.69365 in the Finance Department to support the FY 18/19 contract
value of $44,000. Funds for future years will be budgeted accordingly.
Recommended Action:
Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the “Professional Services Contract
Between the City of Huntington Beach and Davis Farr LLP for Transient Occupancy Tax, Utility User
Tax, and Lease Concession Audit Services” in an amount not to exceed $121,500.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommendation and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
The City of Huntington Beach currently collects transient occupancy tax revenue from 22 hotels/inns
and utility users tax from 272 utility services providers. In addition, the City receives a percentage of
the monthly gross revenues from 21 concessionaires. Below is a summary of the actual revenue the
City received from TOT, UUT, and lease concession revenues over the past three fiscal years.
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The City posted the Requests for Proposals for Transient Occupancy Tax, Utility Users Tax, and
Lease Concession Audit Services on PlanetBids, the City’s bid management website. Proposals
were received from the following four firms:
1. Davis Farr, LLP
2. Vavrinek, Trine, Day & Co., LLP
3. Gruber & Associates, CPAs
4. HdL Software, LLC
Staff analyzed and reviewed each proposal based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to
the following: 1) responsiveness to the RFP; 2) recent experience of the firm in conducting audits of
similar size and scope; and, 3) the firm’s references.
As a result of this comprehensive review, staff is recommending the CPA firm of Davis Farr, LLP as
the most qualified firm to perform the audits of TOT, UUT, and lease concession revenues for the
City.
The professional services agreement will be for a total of three years, with a total maximum payment
amount of $121,500 over the three-year period. The following is a summary of Davis Farr, LLP’s cost
proposal:
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Total
44,000$ 39,100$ 38,400$ 121,500$
Environmental Status:
Not Applicable.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Strengthen economic and financial sustainability
Attachment(s):
1. “Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and Davis Farr, LLP for
Transient Occupancy Tax, Utility User Tax, and Lease Concession Audit Services”
2. Certificate of Insurance.
3. Rating Sheets.
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
SERVICE: Financial Auditing Services
SERVICE DESCRIPTION: Provide transient occupancy tax, utility users tax, and lease
concession audit services for the City.
VENDOR: Davis Farr LLP
OVERALL RANKING: 1
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS/RATERS: 1. Public Works Senior Administrative Analyst
2. Public Works Project Manager 3. Deputy Director of Economic Development
I. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW
Written Proposal Score: 1,197.5
Davis Farr, LLP – Minimum Qualifications Review
Criteria
Total Weighted
Score
Maximum
Score
Compliance with RFP 120 150
Technical Approach 362.5 375
Qualifications 240 300
Recent experience 220 300
Cost 200 300
References 55 75
Local Vendor (bonus) 0 15
Total 1,197.5 1,500
II. DUE DILIGENCE REVIEW
Interview Ranking: 1
Davis Farr LLP – Summary of Review
Extensive local and California experience with similar audits.
Performed over 120 TOT audits and several franchise
tax/UUT/concessionaire audits in the last three years.
Successful in finding unreported revenues on a majority of the
audits.
Very qualified: served governmental entities for over 40 years.
Methodology included in the proposal is through and clear.
Excellent relationship with City staff. Currently provide
revenue audit services to the City for Hotels and Leases and
financial audit services.
References from the cities of Irvine, Costa Mesa, Garden
Grove, Morgan Hill, and Indio.
Davis Farr LLP – Pricing
Pricing of $121,500 is competitive (second lowest of four
proposals submitted)
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SERVICE: Financial Auditing Services
SERVICE DESCRIPTION: Provide transient occupancy tax, utility users tax, and lease
concession audit services for the City.
VENDOR: Vendor #2
OVERALL RANKING: 2
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS/RATERS: 1. Public Works Senior Administrative Analyst
2. Public Works Project Manager 3. Deputy Director of Economic Development
I. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW
Written Proposal Score: 965
VENDOR #2 – Minimum Qualifications Review
Criteria
Total Weighted
Score
Maximum
Score
Compliance with RFP 95 150
Technical Approach 262.5 375
Qualifications 230 300
Recent experience 190 300
Cost 140 300
References 47.5 75
Local Vendor (bonus) 0 15
Total 965 1,500
II. DUE DILIGENCE REVIEW
Interview Ranking: 2
Vendor #2 – Summary of Review
Extensive local and California experience with local
government audits.
Very qualified: served governmental entities for over 60 years.
Little mention regarding extent of recent relevant audits.
Familiarity with City: financial statement auditors for the City
for FY 13/14 – 15/16.
References from the cities of Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage,
Fairfield, and Whittier as well as OCTA.
Vendor #2 – Pricing
Pricing of $181,500 is very high (highest of four proposals
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-202 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Kellee Fritzal, Deputy Director of Economic Development
Subject:
Approve and authorize execution of Amendment No. 4 to Ground Lease Agreement between
the City of Huntington Beach and American Tower Asset Subset, LLC
Statement of Issue:
The City Council is asked to approve Amendment No. 4 to the Ground Lease Agreement with
American Tower Asset Sub, LLC, for an existing cell tower located at 3817 Warner Avenue extending
the current term set to expire on May 23, 2023, and add five (5) additional five (5) year renewal
terms, ending on May 23, 2048, and to provide periodic rent increases.
Financial Impact:
The rent will be increased from $2,562 per month to $2,700 (current market rent) upon execution and
continue until May 23, 2023. Upon the commencement of the first renewal term and every
subsequent renewal, the rent will increase by a minimum of 10%. In addition, the City will receive a
30% revenue share of all subleases generated during the renewal terms. American Tower will also
pay a one-time payment in the amount of $45,000 within 30 days after execution. The total revenue
generated from the remaining term and renewal terms is estimated to $1.2 million (including revenue
sharing) spread over the course of the remaining term and renewal terms. Revenue will be deposited
into the General Fund.
Recommended Action:
A) Approve Amendment No. 4 to Ground Lease Agreement between the City of Huntington
Beach and American Tower Asset Subset, LLC; and,
B) Authorize the Mayor, City Manager, and City Clerk to execute Amendment No. 4 and other
related documents.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve Amendment No. 4 and direct staff accordingly.
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Analysis:
On November 16, 1992, the City Council approved a Ground Lease Agreement with Smart, SMR of California
(“Motorola”), to lease a portion of the parking lot area at the Warner Avenue Fire Station to construct a 40-foot
monopole on the site. In 1993, the City Council approved two subsequent amendments to allow the City to
install its emergency siren equipment on the monopole. On September 6, 2016, the City Council approved
Amendment No. 3 to Ground Lease Agreement consenting to the assignment of the original lease from SMART
SMR to Nextel to American Tower Asset Sub, LLC (“American Tower”). In addition, Amendment No. 3
increased the monthly ground rent from $1,277 to $2,500.
Staff received a request from American Tower to extend the Ground Lease Agreement. Staff negotiated the
proposed Amendment No. 4 in accordance with the following business terms:
·One-time payments: $45,000 due within 30 days of execution
·Rent increase: $2,562/month to $2,700/month upon execution
·Renewals:(5) 5-year terms
·Revenue share:City collects 30% of new subleases
·Escalations:CPI increases every five-years (10% min and 25% max)
In order to install additional equipment, American Tower will still need to obtain permits from all regulatory
agencies having oversight and jurisdiction over the property.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal:
Strengthen economic and financial sustainability
Attachment(s):
1. Amendment No. 4 to Ground Lease Agreement between the City of Huntington Beach and
American Tower Subset, LLC.
2. Prior Leases and Amendments
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-225 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
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:
Approve and authorize the Director of Public Works to implement Change Order No. 1 for the
Brookhurst Street Bridge Preventive Maintenance project, CC-1449; and authorize an
appropriation from the Gas Tax Fund of $212,000
Statement of Issue:
On August 21, 2017, City Council awarded a contract to Beador Construction Company for the
Brookhurst Street Bridge Preventive Maintenance project. One of the final stages of the project
involves grinding the existing asphalt from the concrete deck of the bridge. During this process,
deficiencies to the concrete structure underneath the asphalt were discovered. After further review
and engineering analysis by the City’s consultant, it was determined that additional construction work
is required to create a structurally sound bridge deck. This work necessitates an additional
expenditure of $160,000 and an appropriation from the Gas Tax Fund to cover this expenditure and
an estimated $52,000 in additional inspection, material testing, and engineering/design costs.
Financial Impact:
Staff is requesting an appropriation of $212,000 from the Gas Tax Fund (207) undesignated fund
balance.
Recommended Action:
Approve Change Order No. 1 and appropriate $212,000 from the Gas Tax undesignated fund
balance to account 20790010.82800.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not authorize the additional expenditure and instruct staff on how to proceed.
Analysis:
The Brookhurst Street Bridge was constructed in 1958. In the mid 1980s the existing bridge was
widened to its current dimensions. Parts of the bridge have deteriorated due to vehicular traffic and
tidal flux necessitating the bridge to be rehabilitated. The Public Works Department was able to
secure a Federal Grant under the Bridge Preventive Maintenance program to cover approximately
88% of the cost of construction and design. City Gas Tax funds were used for the local match. On
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August 21, 2017, City Council awarded a contract to Beador Construction Company for the project.
Construction began on December 18, 2017, and was scheduled to be completed in mid-July 2018.
The Contractor was fulfilling all contractual obligations and was working well throughout all
construction phases. During one of the last phases of construction, the contractor was to remove the
asphalt on the bridge deck, apply a waterproof membrane and re-pave to match existing asphalt
grades. During this process, it was discovered that there were deficiencies in the concrete bridge
deck in areas constructed in the 1980s. Further discoveries identified excessively thin concrete in
certain areas of the pre-cast concrete bridge deck panels. It cannot be determined why this condition
exists. This is contrary to the as-builts from the project that were done almost 30 years ago which
indicated a 3” thick layer of concrete in the structural section. When the asphalt was removed it was
revealed that some areas were less than 1-inch thick. After review and engineering analysis by the
City’s design engineering consultant, it was concluded that the bridge deck needed additional
thickness to create a structurally sound bridge deck.
The project engineer identified all problem areas and proposed a method to fix these areas with a
one-inch leveling course of polyester concrete overlay. The contractor and Public Works engineering
obtained three competitive bids for the work. The cost of the overlay and the resulting delay is
estimated at $160,000 over the contract amount previously approved by Council. Additional
associated costs related to engineering, material testing, and inspections are estimated at $52,000.
Staff will work with Caltrans and the federal government to explore obtaining additional grant funding
to address this issue. The Director of Public Works is requesting approval for Change Order No. 1 to
authorize these additional unanticipated costs above the original approved contract and contigency.
Public Works Commission Action:
An emergency meeting of the Public Works Commission will be held to address this issue.
Environmental Status:
A Categorical Exclusion was approved on September 15, 2015, in compliance with NEPA. Mitigated
Negative Declaration No. 14-006 on April 15, 2015, in compliance with CEQA
Strategic Plan Goal:
Enhance and maintain infrastructure
Attachment(s):
1. Emergency Repair Estimated Costs Summary
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-217 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Marie Knight, Director of Community Services
Subject:
Approve Creation of a Harbor Commission
Statement of Issue:
On May 7, 2018, Mayor Pro Tem Erik Peterson and Council Member Lyn Semeta brought forth an
item to create an Ad Hoc Committee to work with staff to review best practices for the operation of a
Harbor Commission, including the make-up of Commission membership, authority of the
Commission, and proposed amendments to the Municipal Code, for the creation and operation of a
Harbor Commission. Since that time, City staff has met with the Ad Hoc Committee and looked at
best practices throughout the State. This Request for City Council Action seeks to authorize the
creation of a Harbor Commission and the selection of its members.
Financial Impact:
There is no fiscal impact at this time.
Recommended Action:
A) Authorize the City Attorney to prepare a Municipal Code Amendment creating a Harbor
Commission; and,
B) Authorize the City Manager and Director of Community Services to create application guidelines
for the Harbor Commission.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommended actions and direct staff accordingly
Analysis:
Currently, no advisory body exists within the City of Huntington Beach charged with ensuring the welfare of
Huntington Harbour for residential, recreational, and commercial users of the waterways and related
infrastructure. A Harbor Commission would facilitate a holistic management of the harbor and could serve as
an advisory body to City Council on all matters pertaining to the harbor.
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To that end, City staff reviewed every harbor/port commission in the State to understand their operations, roles
and responsibilities, and governance. Through this research, staff discovered that most of the harbors/ports had
a revenue source that generated operational and maintenance funds. Our harbor does not have any associated
revenue to offset operations and maintenance. There were only a few harbors in the State that could be closely
compared to ours in either size, features and/or function. Based on our research and the needs of our harbor,
and discussions with the Ad Hoc Committee, staff is recommending the following structure for the proposed
Commission:
Roles and Responsibilities
The Commission would be an Advisory Board to the City Council on the following main topics:
·Waterway Safety
·General Infrastructure (e.g. seawalls, pier headlines, etc.)
·Water Quality
·Municipal Code Amendments
The Harbor Commission would:
1.Advise the City Council on any matters concerning the harbor when so requested by Council.
2.Hold hearings on any matter concerning the commercial and recreational development of the harbor.
3.Advise the City Council on proposed harbor related improvements.
4.Make recommendations to City Council for adoption of regulations and programs necessary for the
ongoing implementation of the goals, objectives, and policies of the harbor.
5.Advise the City Council on implementation of dredging priorities.
6.Recommend and advise to City Council in all matters pertaining to the use, control, operation,
promotion, and regulation of vessels and watercraft within the harbor.
7.Make recommendations to City Council concerning the acquisition, disposition or repair of equipment,
facilities, materials, and supplies relating the harbor.
Additionally, staff met with the Ad Hoc Committee to discuss the Composition of a Harbor Commission and
proposes the following:
Harbor Commission Composition
The Commission should be comprised of five (5) members, with staggered terms. These Commissioners must
be residents in the harbor or have a business interest in the harbor. Additionally, the two City Council Liaisons
will work with staff on selection criteria and interview applicants based on to be determined desired expertise.
Should these recommendations be amenable to City Council, staff would bring back to City Council a
Municipal Code Amendment establishing the Commission. Once that was adopted by City Council a
recruitment process would be initiated for the Harbor Commission.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable.
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Strategic Plan Goal:
Improve quality of life
Attachment(s):
1. May 7, 2018, City Council Member item
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
City Council Interoffice Communication
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Memb s
From: Erik Peterson, Mayor Pro Te
Lyn Senneta, City Council ember(/
Date: April 30, 2018
Subject: CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ITEM FOR THE MAY 7, 2018, CITY COUNCIL
MEETING — CREATION OF A HARBOUR COMMISSION
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
Currently, no advisory body exists within the City of Huntington Beach charged with
ensuring the welfare of Huntington Harbour for residential, recreational and commercial
users of the waterways, and related infrastructure. In order to facilitate holistic
management of Huntington Harbour a Harbour Commission should be created. The
Commission's purpose would be to provide advice to the City Council on matters
pertaining to the Harbour including: the use, control, operation, promotion, and
regulation of vessels and watercraft within the Harbour; advice on any necessary or
proposed Harbour-related improvements or infrastructure repair/maintenance; and
make recommendations for the adoption of regulations and programs necessary for the
ongoing implementation of the goals, objectives, and policies of the Harbour.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
1. Direct staff, including the City Attorney, to review best practices for the operation
of a Harbour Commission, including the make-up of Commission membership,
authority of the Commssion, and proposed amendments to the Municipal Code,
for the creation and operation of a Harbour Commission.
2. Create an ad hoc committee, to include two Council Members as liaisons, to
work with staff and return to Council within 90 days with a proposal covering
items listed in #1 above.
xc: Fred Wilson, City Manager
Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, Assistant City Manager
Robin Estanislau, City Clerk
Michael Gates, City Attorney
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-227 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Antonia Graham, Assistant to the City Manager
Subject:
Dissolution of the Ad Hoc Coastal Area Odors Committee
Statement of Issue:
On October 2, 2017, City Council Member Billy O’Connell introduced a Council Member item to
create an Ad Hoc Coastal Area Odors Committee. The Committee was tasked with working with key
stakeholders to formulate a work plan for the Council’s further review and action to: 1) identify the
material/substance causing the odor(s); 2) identify the source; 3) identify the responsible jurisdiction;
4) identify a remedy; and,5) in cooperation with other agencies, take steps to achieve the objectives
no later than June 1, 2018. This Council Action provides an update of activities to date and
recommends to dissolve the Ad Hoc Committee until further authorized by City Council.
Financial Impact:
There is no fiscal impact.
Recommended Action:
Dissolve the Ad Hoc Committee until further authorized by the City Council.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not dissolve the Ad Hoc Committee and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
Throughout 2017, the City began receiving an increase in complaint calls in regards to an unknown coastal
odor. Staff directed these calls to the Air Quality Management District (AQMD) as they have jurisdiction over
these odor “events” and the Fire Department worked collaboratively with the AQMD to collect samples on
behalf of the AQMD. In February 2017, City staff began working collaboratively in a working group focused
on finding the source of these fleeting coastal area odors. This group was comprised of the cities of Long
Beach, Seal Beach, and Garden Grove, in addition to private companies (e.g. Southern California Gas
Company, California Resources Corporation, etc.).
In October, 2017 the City Council Ad Hoc Committee (Mayor Posey, Councilmembers Brendan and
O’Connell) was tasked with identifying the responsible jurisdiction and remedy. The Committee met four
times. Representatives from the AQMD were also in attendance to provide updates on their ongoing
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times. Representatives from the AQMD were also in attendance to provide updates on their ongoing
investigation and details on the samples collected during these “events.”
In addition to these Committee meetings, City Council and City staff met with the AQMD at their Diamond Bar
headquarters to discuss the ongoing investigation. At this meeting, it was made clear to the City that these
odors were not coming from stationary sources. The jurisdiction of the AQMD is to regulate emissions from
stationary sources and not non-stationary sources (e.g. vessels, boats, etc.) that reside off of the coast of
Huntington Beach.
The AQMD recommended to the City that we engage federal authorities who have the appropriate jurisdiction.
Subsequently, staff met with Congressman Rohrabacher’s office to engage the assistance of the Coast Guard
and the Environmental Protection Agency. In May 2018, Council Member Brenden traveled to Washington
D.C. and met with the Environmental Protection Agency to discuss these odor issues. Upon his return, the
Committee along with staff, the AQMD, and Congressman Rohrabacher’s Office met with the United States
Coast Guard to discuss their involvement in this investigation since they have jurisdiction over non-stationary
sources.
The odor complaints have since decreased and because the City has no jurisdiction over the potential offshore
sources of the odor, it is recommended that the Ad Hoc Committee be dissolved until further authorized by the
City Council. Should these odor complaints resume, staff will continue to direct complaints to the Air Quality
Management District, work collaboratively with the AQMD to collect samples, and work with our federal
representatives to assist as needed.
Environmental Status:
Not Applicable
Strategic Plan Goal:
Improve quality of life
Attachment(s):
None
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-238 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
TO: Honorable City Council Members
FROM: Michael Posey, Mayor
DATE: August 6, 2018
City Council Member Item for the August 6, 2018, City Council Meeting, Submitted by Mayor
Michael Posey - Senate Bill 35 - Planning and Affordable Housing
STATEMENT OF ISSUE
Senate Bill 35 - Planning and Zoning Affordable Housing Streamlined Approval Process (SB 35) was
signed into law by Governor Brown on September 29, 2017, and went into effect on January 1, 2018.
SB 35 applies in cities that are not meeting their Regional Housing Need Allocation (RHNA) goal for
construction. The bill requires local entities to streamline the approval of certain housing projects by
providing a ministerial approval process, removing the requirement for CEQA analysis, and removing
the requirement for Conditional Use Permit or other similar discretionary entitlements granted by a
Planning Commission.
Senate Bill 35 takes away discretionary approval over housing decisions. Recently, a developer in
Cupertino, who had for years tried to develop a nearly vacant Valco Mall, announced that it will use
SB 35 to push ahead with plans that include more than 2,400 new homes on the site. The law has
now been invoked in a handful of cities. In order to protect ourselves from developers who could
push through housing developments, it would behoove us to investigate possible legal action or
exemption from the State.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Direct the City Attorney to investigate any and all legal action against the State of California in regards to
Senate Bill 35 to exempt us from the requirements of Senate Bill 35.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:18-240 MEETING DATE:8/6/2018
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Patrick Brenden, City Council Member
DATE: July 30, 2018
City Council Member Item for the August 6, 2018, City Council Meeting, Submitted by
Councilmember Brenden - Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
The first electric automobile was built in the 1890s, but quickly fell obsolete in favor of the cheaper,
gasoline-powered model. However, in recent years, the electric vehicle (EV) has made a comeback.
According to the International Energy Agency, in 2016, 750,000 all-electric vehicles were sold
globally. In 2017, that number grew by almost 47% to 1.1 million and is only expected to grow.
Consumers are no longer buying EVs solely for environmental reasons, but rather the expanding
popularity in EVs has been driven by their growing economic practicality. The cost of an EV has
dropped significantly over the last several years. Technological advancement has driven the price of
lithium-ion batteries down by almost 70%. In addition, EV research has increased driving ranges and
cut recharging times as well. With ever increasing gas prices, EVs are now making more economic
sense, and EV sales are demonstrating that consumers agree.
As demand has increased, car manufacturers are looking to keep pace. Porsche aims at making
50% of its cars electric by 2023. JLR (Jaguar Land Rover) has announced it will shift entirely
towards electric and hybrid vehicles by 2020. General Motors, Toyota, and Volvo have all declared a
target of 1 million in EV sales by 2025. By 2030, Aston Martin expects that EVs will account for 25%
of its sales, with the rest of its line up comprised of hybrids. By 2025, BMW has stated it will offer 25
electrified vehicles, of which 12 will be fully electric. The Renault Nissan & Mitsubishi alliance intends
to offer 12 new EVs by 2022.
Despite the growth of the EV market, EV-charging infrastructure has failed to keep up with demand,
and the need for EV-charging stations continues to expand.
There are several companies manufacturing and developing public charging stations and these
stations are found on both public and private property. Typically, a property owner contracts with an
EV-charging vendor that passes along the cost of equipment, installation, and permitting to that
owner; costs that could easily run into the tens of thousands of dollars. The vendor collects a fee
from people using the charging station and the property owner may receive a share of that revenue.
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from people using the charging station and the property owner may receive a share of that revenue.
The City of Huntington Beach has engaged in such an arrangement for EV-charging stations in the
public right-of-way in places like the downtown parking structure, City Hall, and the Pier Plaza
parking area.
Today, Huntington Beach has the opportunity to take a leadership role in the adoption and expansion
of public EV-charging infrastructure. As consumers shift towards electric vehicles, they will be more
likely to visit shopping centers and restaurants that have public charging stations. Adding more
charging stations will attract business to our City thus expanding our sales tax base.
Direct the City Manager to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) document for the expansion of the
City’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure in public places, adding additional charging stations for
public use at City facilities.
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