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AGENDA - Revised
City Council/Public Financing Authority
Regular Meeting
Monday, April 19, 2021 at 6:00 PM
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
KIM CARR, Mayor
TITO ORTIZ, Mayor Pro Tem
BARBARA DELGLEIZE, Councilmember
DAN KALMICK, Councilmember
NATALIE MOSER, Councilmember
ERIK PETERSON, Councilmember
MIKE POSEY, Councilmember
Virtual Location
Huntington Beach, CA
STAFF
OLIVER CHI, City Manager
MICHAEL E. GATES, City Attorney
ROBIN ESTANISLAU, City Clerk
ALISA BACKSTROM, City Treasurer
On March 17, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-29-20, which allows a local legislative body to hold public
meetings via teleconferencing, and to make public meetings accessible telephonically or otherwise electronically to all
members of the public seeking to observe and to address the local legislative body.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION/ZOOM ACCESS: In keeping with the Governor’s mandate to limit in -person gatherings
that can spread COVID-19, the Monday, April 19, 2021 meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council will be held
virtually.
The City offers several ways to view City Council meetings live or on-demand. Council meetings are livestreamed on HBTV
Channel 3 (replayed on Tuesday’s at 10:00 a.m., and Wednesday’s at 6:00 p.m.). In addition, live and archived meetings
for on-demand viewing can be accessed from https://huntingtonbeach.legistar.com/calendar, or from any Roku or Apple
device by downloading the Cablecast Screenweave App and searching for the City of Huntington Beach cha nnel.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: At 6:00 PM, individuals wishing to attend the meeting to provide a comment on agendized or non -
agendized items may enter Zoom Webinar ID 971 5413 0528 via computer device, or by phone at (669) 900-6833. The
Webinar can be accessed here: https://huntingtonbeach.zoom.us/j/97154130528. Attendees utilizing computer devices to
request to speak may select the “Raise Hand” feature in the Webinar Controls section. Attendees e ntering the Webinar
and requesting to speak by phone can enter *9 to enable the “Raise Hand” feature, followed by the *6 prompt that unmutes
their handheld device microphone. Once the Mayor opens Public Comments, speakers will be provided a 15-minute window
to raise their hands, and will be prompted to speak when the City Clerk announces their name or the last three digits of their
phone number. Speakers are encouraged, but not required to identify themselves by name. Each person may have up to 3
minutes to speak, but the Mayor, at her discretion, may reduce the time allowance if warranted by the volume of calls. The
Public Comment process will only be active during designated portions of the agenda (Public Comments and/or Public
Hearing). After a speaker concludes their comment, their microphone will be muted, but they may remain in Webinar
attendance for the duration of the meeting.
Members of the public unable to attend the Zoom Webinar but interested in communicating with the City Council on agenda-
related items, are encouraged to submit a written (supplemental) communication via email at SupplementalComm@Surfcity-
hb.org, or City.Council@surfcity-hb.org. Supplemental Communications are public record, and if received by 2:00 PM on
Monday, April 19, 2021, will be distributed to the City Council prior to consideration of agenda-related items, posted to the
City website, and announced, but not read, at the meeting. Supplemental Communications received following the 2:00 PM
deadline will be incorporated into the administrative record the following day.
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community who require special assistance to participate in public meetings. If you require special assistance, 48-hour prior notification will
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interpreters, a reader during the meeting and/or large print agendas. Please contact the City Clerk's Office at (714) 536-5227 for more
information
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AGENDA April 19, 2021City Council/Public Financing
Authority
4:00 PM - VIRTUAL LOCATION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, Delgleize
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit) - Anyone
wishing to provide a comment on a Closed Session item may join Zoom Webinar ID 971 5413 0528
via computer device, or by calling (669) 900-6833 (see agenda cover sheet for request to speak
instructions). Individuals will be prompted to speak when the Clerk announces their name or the
last three digits of their phone number. Speakers are encouraged, but not required to identify
themselves by name. Each speaker may have up to 3 minutes to speak; however, the time
allowance may be reduced if warranted by the volume of speakers.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION
21-3111.CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Gov.
Code section 54956.9(d)(1).) Name of case: Brewster (Terri Lynn) v.
City of Huntington Beach; OCSC Case No. 30-2020-01160094.
21-3322.CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION.
(Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9). Name of case:
Chris Hartman v. City of Huntington Beach, Worker’s Comp. Case
No. COHB-14-0306.
21-3483.CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Gov.
Code section 54956.9(d)(1).) Name of case: Moore (Neal) v. City of
Huntington Beach, et al.; OCSC Case No. 30-2019-01071686.
6:00 PM – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING
ROLL CALL
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AGENDA April 19, 2021City Council/Public Financing
Authority
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, Delgleize
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.
21-1214.Marcy Tieger of University Synagogue in Irvine and member of the
Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
21-3165.Mayor Carr to call on City Clerk Robin Estanislau to assist with
conducting the 4th of July fireworks booth lottery drawing
21-3386.Mayor Carr to present a proclamation recognizing April as Autism
Acceptance Month to Brittany Bas of Amuse4Autism
21-3407.Mayor Carr to present a proclamation recognizing April 22 as Earth
Day to Kim Kolpin of the Bolsa Chica Land Trust
21-3378.Mayor Carr to present the Mayor’s HB Excellence Award to John
Turner, Beach Maintenance Crewleader, Department of Public Works
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3-Minute Time Limit) - At approximately 6:00 PM, individuals wishing to
provide a comment on agendized or non-agendized items may join Zoom Webinar ID 971 5413
0528 via computer device, or by calling (669) 900-6833 (see agenda cover sheet for request to
speak instructions). Speakers will be provided a 15-minute window to raise their hands, and
prompted to speak when the Clerk announces their name or the last three digits of their phone
number. The Public Comment process will only be active during designated portions of the
agenda (Public Comments and/or Public Hearing). Speakers are encouraged, but not required to
identify themselves by name. Each speaker may have up to 3 minutes to speak; however, the time
allowance may be reduced if warranted by the volume of speakers.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE - APPOINTMENTS - LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
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AGENDA April 19, 2021City Council/Public Financing
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OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
21-352*New Recap of Hate Free HB and commUNITY Pop-Up Picnic Programs
21-353*New Police Department Update on Recent City Protests
21-354*New Ascon Project Update
CONSENT CALENDAR
21-3099.Approve and Adopt Minutes
Approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes
dated April 5, 2021 , as written and on file in the office of the City Clerk .
Recommended Action:
21-25610.Receive and file the City Clerk’s quarterly listing of professional
services contracts filed in the City Clerk’s Office between July 1,
2020 and December 31, 2020
A) Receive and file the “List of Professional Services Contracts Approved by Department
Heads and Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk during the period of July 1, 2020 and
September 30, 2020;” and,
B) Receive and file the “List of Professional Services Contracts Approved by Department
Heads and Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk during the period of October 1, 2020
and December 31, 2020.”
Recommended Action:
21-31311.Approve appointments to the Mobile Home Advisory Board (MHAB)
as recommended by City Council Liaisons Kim Carr and Mike Posey
A) Approve the appointment of Eric Silkenson as an At-Large Member of the MHAB
through August 5, 2025; and ,
B) Approve the re-appointment of Allison Plum as a Resident Member of the MHAB
through August 5, 2025; and ,
C) Approve to extend the term of MHAB At-Large Member Tim Geddes through
December 31, 2021.
Recommended Action:
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AGENDA April 19, 2021City Council/Public Financing
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21-26812.Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid, approve
appropriation and authorize execution of a construction contract with
GEM Construction, Inc., in the amount of $542,424 for the Central
Park Restrooms Phase 3, CC-1608
A) Accept the most responsive and responsible bid submitted by GEM Construction, Inc.,
in the amount of $542,424; and,
B) Appropriate $162,919 in additional funding from the Fund 226 balance; and,
C) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form
approved by the City Attorney.
Recommended Action:
21-28313.Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorize
execution of a maintenance contract with Commercial Waterproofing
Systems, Inc. (ERC Roofing and Waterproofing), in the amount of
$225,450 for the Slater Pump Station Roof Replacement Project,
MSC-534
A) Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Commercial
Waterproofing Systems, Inc., doing business as ERC Roofing and Waterproofing, in the
amount of $225,450; and,
B) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a maintenance contract in a form
approved by the City Attorney.
Recommended Action:
21-29814.Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorize
execution of a construction contract with Sancon Technologies, Inc.,
in the amount of $701,988.40 for the Fiscal Year 20/21 Sewer Lining
project, CC-1619
A) Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Sancon Technologies,
Inc., in the amount of $701,988.40; and,
B) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form
approved by the City Attorney.
Recommended Action:
21-29915.Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid, approve
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AGENDA April 19, 2021City Council/Public Financing
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appropriation of funds and authorize execution of a construction
contract with Palp, Inc. dba Excel Paving, in the amount of $1,577,750
for the Edwards - Varsity Tract Water Main Replacement project,
CC-1558
A) Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Excel Paving in the
amount of $1,577,750.00; and ,
B) Appropriate $171,000 from the Prop 42 Fund, Account No. 21985201.82300; and,
C) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form
approved by the City Attorney.
Recommended Action:
21-27316.Adopt Resolution No. 2021-10 requesting that the United States
Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) fund and immediately proceed
with Surfside-Sunset Beach Nourishment Project Stage 13 from
Anaheim Bay Harbor to Newport Bay in Orange County, California
Adopt Resolution 2021-10 , “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington
Beach Requesting that the United States Army Corps of Engineers Fund and Immediately
Proceed with Surfside-Sunset Beach Nourishment Project Stage 13 from Anaheim Bay
Harbor to Newport Bay in Orange County, California.”
Recommended Action:
PUBLIC HEARING
When the Mayor opens the Public Hearing, individuals wishing to provide a comment may join
Zoom Webinar ID 971 5413 0528 via computer device, or by calling (669) 900-6833 (see agenda
cover sheet for request to speak instructions). Speakers will be provided a 15-minute window to
raise their hands, and will be prompted to speak when the Clerk announces their name or the last
three digits of their phone number. Speakers are encouraged, but not required to identify
themselves by name. Each speaker may have up to 3 minutes to speak; however, the time
allowance may be reduced if warranted by the volume of speakers.
21-31217.Adopt Resolution No. 2021-28 approving the 2021-2022 Annual Action
Plan for Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and
Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) Entitlement Grant Programs
Staff recommends that the City Council approve and authorize the following in compliance
with the Consolidated Plan Procedures of 24 CFR Part 91:
Recommended Action:
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AGENDA April 19, 2021City Council/Public Financing
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A) Conduct a public hearing; and,
B) Adopt Resolution No. 2021-28, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Approving the 2021-2022 Action Plan for Federal Community
Development Block Grant, and Home Investment Partnerships Programs;” and,
C) Authorize the City Manager to sign all necessary documents.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
21-33318.Approve selection of Be Well OC (Mind OC) as service provider for
the City’s Mobile Crisis Response Program for select mental health
calls for service
A) Approve the selection of Be Well OC (Mind OC) as the service provider for the City’s
trial Mobile Crisis Response program, to shift the burden of response from the police
department to Be Well OC for designated, triaged mental health calls for service not
involving violence, weapons, or criminal behavior.
B) Authorize the City Manager, with approval as to form by the City Attorney, to execute an
agreement with Be Well OC (Mind OC) in substantial form to the attached (Attachment 1).
C) Approve appropriation from the following funding sources: 1) Police Department
Development Impact Fee Fund (Fund 227) $368,000; 2) Restricted Restitution Fund (Fund
100) $282,000; and 3) American Rescue Plan Act HOME Funding $850,000.
Recommended Action:
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
21-34519.Submitted by Councilmember Erik Peterson - Consideration of
Appealing SCAG Determination
That the City Council direct the City Attorney to appeal SCAG's February 2021 RHNA
determination of 13,386, including with authorization from City Council to initiate a lawsuit
on behalf of the City in State Court.
Recommended Action:
21-355*New Councilmember Item submitted by Mayor Carr - Consider providing
all operators with an extension until October 2, 2021, to comply with
the City’s updated Short-Term Rental (STR) Regulations
I recommend that the City Council vote to provide all operators in the City until October 1,
2021, to obtain their necessary STR permit.
Recommended Action:
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AGENDA April 19, 2021City Council/Public Financing
Authority
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority is
Monday, May 3, 2021, 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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File #:21-311 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Gov. Code section 54956.9(d)
(1).) Name of case: Brewster (Terri Lynn) v. City of Huntington Beach; OCSC Case No. 30-2020
-01160094.
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CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Paragraph (1) of subdivision
(d) of Section 54956.9). Name of case: Chris Hartman v. City of Huntington Beach, Worker’s
Comp. Case No. COHB-14-0306.
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File #:21-348 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Gov. Code section 54956.9(d)
(1).) Name of case: Moore (Neal) v. City of Huntington Beach, et al.; OCSC Case No. 30-2019-
01071686.
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Marcy Tieger of University Synagogue in Irvine and member of the Greater Huntington Beach
Interfaith Council
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Mayor Carr to call on City Clerk Robin Estanislau to assist with conducting the 4 th of July fireworks
booth lottery drawing
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Mayor Carr to present a proclamation recognizing April as Autism Acceptance Month to
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Mayor Carr to present a proclamation recognizing April 22 as Earth Day to Kim Kolpin of the
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Mayor Carr to present the Mayor’s HB Excellence Award to John Turner, Beach Maintenance
Crewleader, Department of Public Works
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Recap of Hate Free HB and commUNITY Pop-Up Picnic Programs
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Police Department Update on Recent City Protests
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Ascon Project Update
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REQUEST FOR 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 of March 15, 2021 , require
review and approval.
Financial Impact:
None.
Recommended Action:
Approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated April 5,
2021, 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):
1. April 5, 2021 CC/PFA regular meeting minutes
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Minutes
City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, April 5, 2021
5:00 PM — Virtual Location
6:00 PM — Virtual Location
Huntington Beach, California 92648
A video recording of the 6:00 PM portion of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and archived at
www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas/
5:00 PM — VIRTUAL LOCATION
CALLED TO ORDER — 5:03 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
Absent: None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS
(Received After Agenda Distribution) — None
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEM (3 Minute Time Limit) — None
A motion was made by Posey, second Ortiz, to recess to Closed Session for Item 1. With no objections
the motion passed.
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION — 5:04 PM
CLOSED SESSION
1. 21-286 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION. Significant
Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (2) of Subdivision (d) of Section
54956.9: Number of cases, one (1).
6:00 PM — VIRTUAL LOCATION
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING — 6:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Present: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
Absent: None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz
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INVOCATION
In permitting a nonsectarian invocation, the City does not intend to proselytize or advance any faith or
belief. Neither the City nor the City Council endorses any particular religious belief or form of
invocation.
2. 21-120 Rev. Steve Wright of St. Peter’s by the Sea Presbyterian Church and member of
the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY — None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
3. 21-287 Mayor Carr to call on Victoria Alberty to present the "Adoptable Pet of the Month"
4. 21-288 Mayor Carr announced the City’s Participation in the 10th Annual Wyland National
Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation from April 1-30, 2021
Mayor Carr described the Annual Wyland National Mayor's Challenge and invited residents to sign up
at www.mywaterpledge.com to commit to saving water. The city with the greatest number of pledges
during the month of April will win.
5. 21-278 Mayor Carr presented a proclamation to Lita Mercado with Waymakers,
recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Mayor Carr announced that April 2021 marks the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness
Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about sexual assault and advocate for victims, as well as
introduce legislation and secure funding focused on the issue. Locally, Waymakers provides active
support for sexual assault victims through programs and resources. Ms. Mercado described April as
the safe haven month for victims to speak out and take advantage of Waymakers victim assistance
programs, including access to a victim advocate stationed at the Huntington Beach Police Department.
6. 21-294 Mayor Carr honored Cesar Chavez Day (March 31) with Oscar Rodriguez
representing Oak View Communidad
Mayor Carr described Cesar Chavez as a leader who used non-violent activism to support the working
class across the nation, and who helped found the National Farmworkers Association now known as
the United Farmworkers of America to fight against the exploitation of farm workers. Mr. Chavez, who
passed away in 1993, was honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Mayor Carr presented the
City's recognition of Cesar Chavez's birthday to Oscar Rodriguez of Oak View Communidad, a local
organization representing the Huntington Beach Hispanic community. Mr. Rodriguez thanked the City
for acknowledging Cesar Chavez, and noted that Oak View Communidad has resources available for
all residents in Huntington Beach, not just those living in Oak View.
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:
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Consent Calendar
#8 (21-262) Correction to March 15, 2021, Council/PFA Minutes submitted by Councilmember
Kalmick.
Administrative Items
#20 (21-274) Three (3) email communications regarding California Office of Emergency Services (Cal
OES) Violence Against Women Act Grant.
Councilmember Items
#21 (21-289) Seventeen (17) email communications regarding Declaration Denouncing all Hate Crimes
and Reaffirming Commitment to Safety and Inclusivity for All.
#22 (21-291) Email communication regarding Ticketed, Stand-Alone Musical Entertainment Events at
appropriate City venues.
#23 (21-290 Four (4) email communications regarding E-Bike Use and Regulations.
#24 (21-292) Communication from Patricia Goodman from Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
providing the Interfaith Council’s Statement Regarding Acts of Violence and Extremist Hate
Groups Gathering in Huntington Beach pertaining to the Declaration Denouncing Any
Movements Promoting White Supremacy.
Thirty-four (34) email communications regarding Declaration Denouncing Any Movements
Promoting White Supremacy.
#25 (21-293) Twenty (20) email communications regarding Co-sponsoring a Virtual Event with OC
Human Relations, and coordinating a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Event.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3-Minute Time Limit) — 9 Call-In Speakers
The number [hh:mm:ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in
the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas.
Tim Geddes, Chair, Huntington Beach Mobile Home Advisory Board, and a 30+ year resident of
Huntington Beach, was invited to speak and highlighted some of the functions of the Board and
announced a Quarterly meeting, via Zoom, on Monday, April 26, at 5:00 PM, featuring a presentation
by Senator Tom Umberg who had important legislation passed and signed into law last year affecting
Surf City's mobile home community. (00:22:13)
Pat Goodman was called to speak and shared that the Huntington Beach Interfaith Council (HBIC) is
saddened by recent acts of violence across the country, and echoed Council’s concerns about the
persistence of extremist hate groups in Huntington Beach. Ms. Goodman stated that HBIC members
resolve to work with each other and community groups to support spiritual, social and economic
opportunities, and encourage the celebration of the City's diversity through actively sharing in the spirit
of love, compassion and justice. (00:24:35)
Bethany Webb, Founding Member of Huntington Beach Huddle, homeowner and 40-year resident, was
called to speak and stated her support for Councilmember Item #21, a declaration denouncing all hate
crimes and reaffirming commitment to safety and inclusivity for all; #24, a declaration denouncing
movements promoting white supremacy within the community; and #25 regarding cosponsoring a
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virtual diversity, equity and inclusion event on April 11 with Orange County Human Relations.
(00:27:12)
Katie was called to speak and stated her support for previous speaker Webb's comments, especially
those describing the planned White Lives Matter rally at Huntington Beach Pier as unacceptable, and
asked that the Huntington Beach City Council and Police Department actively and publicly denounce
this event. (00:29:53)
Lisa Marquise was called to speak and stated her support for Councilmember Item #21, a declaration
denouncing all hate crimes and reaffirming commitment to safety and inclusivity for all; #24, a
declaration denouncing movements promoting white supremacy within the community; and #25
regarding cosponsoring a virtual diversity, equity and inclusion event on April 11 with Orange County
Human Relations. She also asked that the Huntington Beach City Council and Police Department
make it abundantly clear that events promoting white supremacy are not welcome in Huntington Beach.
(00:32:19)
Jeff Tang, Composer and Creative Producer, was invited to speak and shared personal experiences of
hate crimes against him and his family while growing up in Huntington Beach. Mr. Tang encouraged
the City Council to denounce all hate crimes and make Huntington Beach safe again. (00:35:46)
Melissa Rodriguez, a resident of Huntington Beach and student at the University of California Los
Angeles, was called to speak and stated her support for Councilmember Item #21, a declaration
denouncing all hate crimes and reaffirming commitment to safety and inclusivity for all; #24, a
declaration denouncing movements promoting white supremacy within the community; and #25
regarding cosponsoring a virtual diversity, equity and inclusion event on April 11 with Orange County
Human Relations. Ms. Rodriguez shared personal experiences of hate crimes in Huntington Beach
directed at her, and asked for policies, in addition to declarations, that will outline how white supremacy
events will be addressed for the protection of the City's minorities. (00:38:44)
Justin Frazier was called to speak and shared his desire to see a plan for tangible actions the City will
use to respond to the current potential white supremacy activities. He asked for actions that will
address the expressed hate, not just words that denounce the activities. (00:42:03)
Catherine Ryder, a resident of Huntington Beach since 1985, was invited to speak and stated her
support for Councilmember Items #21, a declaration denouncing all hate crimes and reaffirming
commitment to safety and inclusivity for all; #24, a declaration denouncing movements promoting white
supremacy within the community; and #25 regarding cosponsoring a virtual diversity, equity and
inclusion event on April 11 with Orange County Human Relations. (00:45:08)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE — APPOINTMENTS — LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Posey responded to, as an Executive Board Member for the Orange County Power
Authority (OCPA), some of the social media concerns regarding the City's participation in OCPA.
Councilmember Kalmick reported attending meetings of the Library Board, Jet Noise Commission,
Southern California Association of Government (SCAG) Energy and Environmental Committee,
Huntington Beach Finance Commission, and making a call to the American Civil Liberties Union
(ACLU).
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Councilmember Moser reported attending meetings of the Homeless Task Force, Downtown Business
Improvement District (BID), rededication at the Edison Community Center, Finance Commission,
Downtown Urban Design Study Group, Central Park Subcommittee, Public Works Commission, and
hosting a virtual Town Hall on moving people from being bystanders to upstanders.
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending meetings with Homeless United, Santa Ana River Flood
Agency, Jet Noise Commission, and rededication at the Edison Community Center.
Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz reported attending meetings of the Library Board, Intergovernmental Relations
Committee (IRC), Specific Events Committee, Harbor Commission, Downtown Urban Design Study
Group, Southeast Area Community, and Homeless 101 Workshop.
Mayor Carr reported attending meetings of the Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC),
Downtown Business Improvement District (BID), Communications Committee, Downtown Urban Design
Study Group, Orange County Sanitation District (OCSD), and Police Management Association (PMA).
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Interim Police Chief Julian Harvey provided a brief report on planned Police response to the
White Lives Matter rally scheduled at the HB Municipal Pier on Sunday, April 11.
7. 21-279 HB Homeless Solutions Update
City Manager Chi presented a Power Point communication titled: What's Next?, with slides entitled: City
Has Been Developing & Improving Our Homeless Response Since Late 2013, Effort Has Continued
With Additional City Resources Allocated Over The Years, Homeless Response Partnerships With
Multiple Agencies Have Been Formed (2), The City's Navigation Center Has Helped Advance Our
Homeless Response Efforts, Through These Efforts, We've Started To Stabilize The Overall Situation,
Gaps In Our Homeless Response Efforts Still Exist, Developing Strategies To Better Coordinate
Community Efforts, Next Steps, and Questions?
Councilmember Moser stated her support for the goal to ensure that someone is homeless for only a
brief period of time by utilizing all of the available tools and agencies through a comprehensive and
coordinated system.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Kalmick pulled Item #10 and Councilmember Posey pulled Item #11 for further
discussion.
8. 21-262 Approved and Adopted Minutes
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve and adopt the City Council/Public
Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated March 15, 2021, as written and on file in the office of
the City Clerk as amended by Supplemental Communication; and approve and adopt the City
Council special meeting minutes dated March 29, 2021, as written and on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
The motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
9. 21-204 Approved the West Orange County Water Board (WOCWB) proposed budget for
Fiscal Year 2021/22, with the City of Huntington Beach in the amount of $1,048,936
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve the WOCWB proposed budget for Fiscal
Year 2021/22, with the City of Huntington Beach in the amount of $1,048,936.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
10. 21-277 Took Positions on Legislation Pending before the State Legislature, as
recommended by the Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC)
Councilmember Kalmick pulled this item to ask that the Council's position regarding A) Assembly Bill
339 (Lee) be changed to "watch" rather than "oppose" as it is still going through the amendment
process and changes are being made. Mayor Carr confirmed her support to "oppose unless amended"
because of her concerns about implementation.
A motion was made by Kalmick, second Posey to approve a City position of oppose unless amended
on Assembly Bill 339 (Lee) - State and local government: open meetings; and, approve a City position
of Support on Assembly Bill 361 (Rivas) - Open meetings: local agencies: teleconferences; and,
approve a City position of Support on Assembly Bill 703 (Rubio) - Open meetings: local agencies:
teleconferences; and, approve a City position of Watch on Senate Bill 6 (Caballero) - Local planning:
housing: commercial zones.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
11. 21-254 Approved the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR) and forward
to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and
Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR)
Councilmember Posey pulled this item to note for the record that there are 82 projects in the pipeline,
as listed in the project report, and all of them are either single-family homes or accessory dwelling units
(ADUs) with the exception of one 4-unit project.
A motion was made by Posey, second Carr to approve the 2020 Housing Element Progress Report and
forward to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and Governor's Office of
Planning and Research.
The motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
12. 21-235 Adopted Resolution No. 2021-21 designating the Chief Financial Officer, the City
Treasurer, the Assistant Chief Financial Officer, and the Finance Manager-
Treasury as persons authorized to execute Financial Transactions in the name of
the City of Huntington Beach
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No. 2021-21, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing the Manual and/or Facsimile Signatures of the
Chief Financial Officer, City Treasurer, Assistant Chief Financial Officer, and Finance Manager-
Treasury as Persons Authorized to Execute Financial Transactions in the Name of the City of
Huntington Beach."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
13. 21-261 Adopted Resolution No. 2021-22 declaring Weeds and Rubbish a nuisance on
specific properties and fixing May 3, 2021, at 6:00pm for hearing protests and
objections to the abatement thereof
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No. 2021-22, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Finding and Declaring That Certain Weeds Growing in the
City, and Rubbish and Refuse Deposited on Public Ways and Private Property are a Public Nuisance;
and Fixing the Time for Hearing Protests and Objections to the Abatement Thereof."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
14. 21-258 Adopted Resolution No. 2021-23 authorizing the submission of grant applications
and ongoing grant management for certain recycling, reuse, and recycled content
product grants funded by California Department of Resources, Recycling, and
Recovery (CalRecycle)
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No. 2021-23, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing Submittal of Application(s) for All CalRecycle
Grants for Which the City of Huntington Beach Is Eligible."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
15. 21-203 Approved and authorized execution of Professional Services Contracts for On-
Call Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Engineering Consulting Services with
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GHD, Inc., Hunsaker & Associates, Inc., Michael Baker International, Inc., and
Tetra Tech, Inc.
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute $1,000,000 Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and GHD,
Inc., for On-Call Water Engineering, Wastewater Engineering, and Stormwater Engineering Consulting
Services; and, approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute $1,000,000 Professional
Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and Hunsaker & Associates Inc., for On-Call
Water Engineering, Wastewater Engineering, and Stormwater Engineering Consulting Services; and,
approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute $1,000,000 Professional Services Contract
between the City of Huntington Beach and Michael Baker International Inc., for On-Call Water
Engineering, Wastewater Engineering, and Stormwater Engineering Consulting Services; and, approve
and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute $1,000,000 Professional Services Contract between
the City of Huntington Beach and Tetra Tech, Inc. for On-Call Water Engineering, Wastewater
Engineering, and Stormwater Engineering Consulting Services.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
16. 21-222 Approved and authorized execution of an amendment to the contract between the
City of Huntington Beach and West Coast Code Consultants, Inc., for professional
As -Needed Building Plan Review Services in the amount of $164,000
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute, "Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach
and West Coast Code Consultants, Inc. for Building Plan Review Services;" from $200,000 to
$364,000, as approved by the City Attorney (Attachment No. 1).
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
17. 21-224 Approved and authorized execution of an amendment to the contract between the
City of Huntington Beach and CSG Consultants, Inc., for professional inspection
services in the amount of $85,000
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute, "Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach
and CSG Consultants, Inc., for Building Staffing Services;" an increase from $562,500 to $647,500, as
approved by the City Attorney (Attachment No. 1).
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
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PUBLIC HEARING
18. 21-255 Adopted Resolution No. 2021-15 to approve Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 21-
001 regarding Alcohol Sales and Service in the Beach and Edinger Corridors
Specific Plan (BECSP)
Community Development Director Ursula Luna-Reynosa and Senior Planner Ricky Ramos presented a
PowerPoint communication titled: Zoning Text Amendment No. 21-001, with slides entitled: Request
(4), Analysis, and Recommendation.
Councilmember Kalmick and Director Luna-Reynosa discussed the issue of late-night happy hour
stipulations that staff feel could best be addressed through an operator permit rather than a Conditional
Use Permit (CUP). City Manager Chi stated that the topic would be become part of agendized
discussions moving forward.
Mayor Carr opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced two people signed up to speak.
Tory Johnson was invited to speak, but after providing comments not directly related to the Public
Hearing, Mayor Carr explained that his opportunity to speak occurring during the Public Comments
portion of the meeting at 6:00 PM, and his microphone was then disabled. (01:56:00)
City Clerk Estanislau indicated that the second caller had lowered their hand, and there were no other
speakers.
Mayor Carr closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Peterson, second Ortiz to find that Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 21-001 is
within the scope of the BECSP Program Environmental Impact Report No. 08-008 certified by the
Planning Commission on December 8, 2009. In accordance with CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162 and
15163, no subsequent or supplement to the EIR need be prepared for this ZTA and no further
environmental review or documentation is required (Attachment No. 1); and, approve Zoning Text
Amendment No. 21-001 with findings (Attachment No. 1) and adopt Resolution No. 2021-15, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Approving an Amendment to the Beach
and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan (SP 14) (Zoning Text Amendment No. 21-001)" (Attachment No. 2).
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
19. 21-263 Adopted Resolutions No. 2021-25 and 2021-26 approving Side Letter Agreements
to modify the Memorandum of Understandings (MOU) between the City and the
Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (HBMT) and Management Employees’
Organization (MEO) through December 31, 2021
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City Manager Chi introduced this item by stating the Side Letter Agreements suggest extending the
term of the existing contracts through December 31, 2021, in exchange for 20 hours of "use it or lose it"
time with no actual cash value (any time not used by the end of the contract is not paid but forfeited),
and there would be no additional employee impacts for members of either group during the term of the
agreements. He added that the indirect costs could be up to approximately $268,000 for HBMT and
$128,000 for MEO if all members chose to use their 20 hours.
Councilmember Peterson stated his opposition to this item because Fire and Police Management did
not get pay raises last year, which in his opinion should be addressed before approving over $300,000
in potential increases for employees that received a raise last year.
City Manager Chi clarified for Councilmember Delgleize that the HBMT and MEO agreements expired
last fall, and approval of this item will result in authorized and approved contracts through the end of
this calendar year, and allow for additional time to determine long-term financial implications for moving
ahead.
Councilmember Posey confirmed with City Manager Chi that this extension would also synchronize the
timing for agreement renewals.
A motion was made by Carr, second Posey to adopt Resolution No. 2021-25, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between
the City and the Huntington Beach Municipal Teamsters (HBMT) by Adopting the Side Letter of
Agreement;" and, adopt Resolution No. 2021-26, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach Amending the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between the City and the
Management Employees' Organization (MEO) by Adopting the Side Letter of Agreement."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: Peterson
20. 21-274 Approved and accepted the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)
Violence Against Women Act Grant (LE20046860) to the City of Huntington Beach
for the 2021 calendar year; authorized the Chief of Police to execute documents;
approve appropriations; and, amended the Professional Services Listing to
include provided domestic violence services
City Manager Chi introduced the item by stating the City recently received the California Office of
Emergency Services (Cal OES) Violence Against Women Act Grant, and Interim Police Chief Harvey
described how the funds are used.
Councilmember Delgleize confirmed with Chief Harvey that the funds are acquired through an
application process.
Mayor Carr thanked Chief Harvey and the Police Department staff for being proactive in acquiring funds
to address this issue, and thanked Waymakers and Interval House for their partnership in providing
services.
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A motion was made by Delgleize, second Ortiz to accept the grant between the State of California,
Governor's Office of Emergency Services, and the City of Huntington Beach; and, assign authority to
the Chief of Police as the official to execute and sign for the award and to approve amendments and
extensions; and, approve the appropriation and expenditure of $270,857 of which $203,143 is to be
fully reimbursed by the grant from Cal OES. The remaining $67,714 will be funded from appropriations
in the Police Department's budget; and, amend the Professional Services Listing to include provided
domestic violence services.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
21. 21-289 Adopted Declaration submitted by Mayor Carr and Councilmember Kalmick - The
City of Huntington Beach Denounces All Hate Crimes and Reaffirms Its
Commitment to Safety and Inclusivity For All
Mayor Carr introduced this item by discussing the increase in Asian American and Pacific Islander
(AAPI) hate crimes throughout Orange County, and how the proposed declaration naturally follows the
City’s Policy on Human Dignity reaffirmed earlier in the year. Mayor Carr also pointed out that the item
not only denounces hate crimes, but also asks the Police Department to publish hate crime incident
data that will provide for deeper conversations and implementation of appropriate actions.
Councilmember Kalmick stated that the recommended action follows similar actions taken at the
County level in response to recent AAPI hate crimes, and shared his opinion on the need for
government action and commitment to protect all ethnicities so that people feel safe. He also
responded to individuals describing the effort as “virtue signaling,” discussed his responsibility as an
elected official to support a safe community, and described County support for funding to track hate
incident data.
Councilmember Delgleize shared her grief over witnessing a national news story of an elderly Asian
American woman beaten in public and receiving no help, and stated that any action the City Council
can take to protect all residents has her support, especially following what community members have
had to endure during COVID-19.
Councilmember Moser called for action in response to increased hate crime incidents, and described
how she sees this as an opportunity to acknowledge that hate exists, to be explicit about what is not
acceptable behavior, and confirming City leaders will work against hate crimes. She reiterated the
number of times Council has denounced acts of hatred this year, including reaffirming its position about
human dignity, discussed participating in bystander training where she learned about the power of
words, and her support for continual affirmation of human dignity and publishing hate crime data.
Councilmember Peterson shared his opinion that declarations do not provide tangible results. He also
explained that while he clearly does not support any hate crime activity, he is of the opinion that laws
against hate crimes are in place for police to enforce, and for prosecutors and judges to ensure
punishment. He described the item as a "feel good" action, shared his opinion that words do not hurt
people, and that he would likely abstain from voting.
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Mayor Carr disagreed with Councilmember Peterson’s opinions, and referred to declaration bullet
points one and two, as well as the final paragraph, as examples of required actions if approved.
Councilmember Posey shared how he recently joined Assemblywoman Janet Nguyen to address the
rise in AAPI violence where she described the County’s plans for hate incident data collection, and
future legislation being considered that Councilmember Posey will share with the Intergovernmental
Relations Committee (IRC). He also discussed how personal experiences of bullying as a young
person helped shape how he treats people today, and his responsibility as an elected official to protect
his community.
Councilmember Moser described comments shared by Councilmember Peterson as dismissive,
reaffirmed the power of words, and spoke of the importance of making our community members feel
safe. She also described the Anti-Defamation League’s Pyramid of Hate that identifies biased
attitudes, acts of bias, discrimination and bias motivated violence that lead to genocide.
Councilmember Delgleize discussed silence as a form of complicity, and quoted Dr. Martin Luther King,
“In the end, we will not remember the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.”
The motion made by Kalmick, second Carr to adopt this declaration to denounce all hate crimes and
reaffirm the City's commitment to safety and inclusivity for all carried by the following vote:
AYES: Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Peterson
22. 21-291 Approved item submitted by Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz - Direct staff to develop
procedures to facilitate Ticketed, Stand-Alone Musical Entertainment Events at
appropriate City venues
Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz introduced his item by describing personal positive experiences from past public
events he attended, and stated he sees this as an opportunity to increase revenue especially following
the losses from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Councilmember Kalmick stated his support for this item, and asked that staff also investigate options for
a tax or fee on State beach activities as part of the process, as the Huntington Beach Police
Department is definitely impacted by State beach events.
Councilmember Posey applauded the intent, but questioned how the request differs from the City's
Special Events Permit application process already in place, enumerating the amount of similar
concerns addressed and acted on by past City Councils.
Councilmember Peterson stated his support for examining this process in light of a number of
promoters being denied a permit.
Councilmember Posey discussed important issues to consider, including determining whether selected
events approved are held during the prime summer season or the shoulder seasons, and to ensure all
events comply with Coastal Commission requirements.
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City Manager Chi thanked Councilmembers Posey and Peterson for their feedback, and stated that
specific smaller-scale musical events tied to a larger event are currently allowed, but based on direction
from a prior Council all ticketed, stand-alone musical entertainment events are automatically denied.
He stated that if approved, this item would allow staff to develop a process that would incorporate the
Coastal Commission restrictions for summer events.
Director of Community and Library Services Chris Slama stated staff is happy to include looking at
possible taxes or fees from State beach events as part of the process, if this item is approved.
Councilmember Delgleize shared her opinion that the prior City Council direction to deny stand-alone
ticketed musical events was due to the horrible experience of events on the State beach that did not
have proper security, nor apparently any requirements for clean-up of the beach after the event.
Councilmember Posey suggested that the place to start to let promoters know the City beach is open
for business is to approve a music event tied to the Airshow that is a family-friendly event. He added
that some policy parameters need to be included such as number of attendees, income potential and
expected costs for different sized events.
A motion was made by Ortiz, second Posey to recommend that City Council direct staff to develop and
bring back for review new procedures to facilitate ticketed, stand-alone musical entertainment events at
certain appropriate City venues.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
23. 21-290 Approved item submitted by Councilmembers Posey and Moser - Direct staff to
develop Municipal Code adjustments to revise existing E-Bike Use Regulations on
the City’s Beach Path
Councilmember Posey provided a brief background of the history of e-bikes, beginning with 2017 when
the Council (himself included) voted not to allow e-bikes based on the problems observed in other cities
with the sudden proliferation of e-bike rentals.
Councilmember Moser described the recent passionate input from the community on this topic as the
impetus for her to get involved and ensure a safe environment for everyone to enjoy the beach path.
She described this item as an effort to define appropriate safety, education, and enforcement
measures.
Mayor Carr shared her support for this item, and her concern about not allowing e-bikes on the sand.
Councilmember Posey explained the intention is to allow e-bikes only on the paved trail, and to ensure
the City's ordinance dovetails with existing State and County trail regulations.
A motion was made by Posey, second Moser that the City Council direct staff to develop for
consideration an overall beach path safety management plan that would include updated municipal
code language allowing the use of e-bikes, coupled with other regulatory, infrastructure, and speed
enforcement plans.
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The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
24. 21-292 Adopted Declaration submitted by Councilmember Kalmick — The City of
Huntington Beach Denounces Any Movements Promoting White Supremacy
Within Its Community
Councilmember Kalmick introduced this item by explaining that one of his campaign promises was to
address perceived racism in Huntington Beach. He provided his understanding and respect for a
person’s First Amendment right to say hateful things, but also discussed the importance of publicly
denouncing hate speech.
Councilmember Posey shared concerns about proposed language, "Whereas while the City respects
and values First Amendment rights of all Americans, it unequivocally denounces hate speech,"
questioning the definition of hate speech and calling the language subjective rather than objective. He
recommended that sentence be revised to read, "…denounces what some perceive as hate speech"
to ensure First Amendment rights are not squelched.
Councilmember Moser offered respect for the right of free speech, but shared a sample definition of
hate speech to demonstrate how language used to abuse or discriminate against a particular group can
ultimately lead to a hate incident. For those reasons, she will not support Councilmember Posey’s
suggestion to soften the proposed language.
Councilmembers Posey and Moser discussed how the proposed declaration currently directed at white
supremacy has the potential to open the door to future denouncement of other things until suddenly
every movement promoting a particular religion, sexual or political orientation not accepted by everyone
becomes hate speech.
Councilmember Kalmick made clear that if someone feels hate speech is being directed at them, that
the City of Huntington Beach supports them regardless of the message. He added it is important to
have a policy that makes everyone in the City feel protected, and the purpose of this declaration is to
make a statement that condemns white supremacy, that the City denounces any and all acts of white
supremacy which promote fear and division within the community, and, that the City will remain vigilant
against future movements that promote white supremacy in our community.
Mayor Carr stated her support for this item and the conversations for a deeper understanding of the
First Amendment. She opposed Councilmember Posey’s language revision, stating the declaration
needs to remain very clear in denouncing the hatred and fear tactics used to create division. Mayor
Carr also suggested the City take back Pier Plaza by scheduling family-friendly public events for that
space so it is not available for outside groups to congregate.
A motion was made by Kalmick, second Carr to adopt this Declaration of the City Council to denounce
any movements promoting or supporting white supremacy within our community.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Delgleize, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Kalmick
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NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Peterson
25. 21-293 Item submitted by Councilmember Moser approved as amended — Cosponsor a
Virtual Event on April 11 with Orange County Human Relations, and directing staff
to coordinate a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Event at Central Park on April 18
Councilmember Moser stated this event was prompted by the planned White Lives Matter rally at the
Pier on April 11, and she sees this as a way to show the community that their elected officials are
taking action. She explained her original purpose of providing an alternative event at Central Park the
day of the rally, but she was made aware this could potentially divide the City's safety resources,
therefore she chose to coordinate a virtual event for April 11, and would like to coordinate an in-person
event at Central Park for April 18.
Councilmember Moser added she is amending her item to include accelerating the "Speaker/Dialogue
Series" being sponsored by the Community and Library Services Department, and tasking them to
incorporate anti-racism/anti-hate discussions in their series to support creating an inclusive and
welcoming community.
Councilmember Moser stated that it is also important to build a coalition of people from the community
to become involved and standup for strengthening neighborhoods and the community.
Councilmember Posey related a personal experience of some years ago to demonstrate his belief that
each person needs to be willing to civilly speak up for what is right, and stated this Council action
should help to empower residents to do what is right.
Mayor Carr stated support for events that share how people can be a better neighbor, become more
involved with Council and policing efforts, and provide tools the community can use to help one another
stand up to incidents of hate.
Councilmember Delgleize shared examples of Huntington Beach groups in the past that sponsored
uplifting speakers and stated she believes there are currently organizations and people who will step up
and focus on the goodness that exists.
Councilmember Moser thanked the Human Relations Task Force for their relentless efforts to broaden
the audience that hears the message, and for having the hard conversations that build understanding.
A motion was made by Moser, second Delgleize to recommend that the City Council: Serve as an
official co-sponsor of the virtual event being hosted by OC Human Relations on April 11, 2021, and
direct staff to develop an outdoor event focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion at Central Park on
April 18, 2021, as amended to accelerate the "Speaker/Dialogue Series" sponsored by the
Community and Library Services Department, and incorporate anti-racism/anti-hate
discussions.
The motion as amended carried by the following vote:
AYES: Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
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Mayor Carr announced the Huntington Beach Small Business Owner Micro Grant Program with a
deadline of 5 PM on April 12. All of the details can be found at HBReady.com. Mayor Carr reported
participating in the reopening of the Edison Community Center; meeting with newly-elected Orange
County Supervisor Katrina Foley; participating in a productive meeting with Oak View residents to
determine what support that neighborhood needs, thanking Chief Harvey, Community Services, City
Manager Chi, Public Works and fellow Councilmembers for participating; attending the Chamber of
Commerce Awards ceremony; and, participating in the Kiwanis Easter Drive-Thru.
Councilmember Moser announced details for the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council's Day of
Service on April 24, 9 AM to 1 PM, which will be a community donation drive-thru event at the
Huntington Beach Sports Complex. More information can be found at www.GHBIC.org.
Councilmember Moser also shared the new book selection by HB Reads: They Called Us Enemy by
George Takei. Councilmember Moser complimented Huntington Beach Union High School District
Teacher Librarian Elizabeth Taireh for providing a recent Zoom "Open Mic" event on compassion.
Councilmember Posey announced that restaurants are now 50% open and encouraged people to
patronize their favorites as often as possible to help bring them back to pre-COVID-19 business levels.
Mayor Carr noted the CNBC interview she and Councilmember Delgleize participated in regarding
Huntington Beach as the epicenter of the pickleball explosion, due to the efforts of Diana Abruscato,
Founder and President, Surf City Pickleball Society.
ADJOURNMENT — at 9:51 PM to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City
Council/Public Financing Authority on Monday, April 19, 2021, 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 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 #:21-256 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
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:
Receive and file the City Clerk’s quarterly listing of professional services contracts filed in the
City Clerk’s Office between July 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020
Statement of Issue:
On a quarterly basis, the City Clerk provides a list of professional services contracts that are entered
into by City Departments and consultant firms, pursuant to the Huntington Beach Municipal Code.
These contracts have been transmitted to the City Clerk for official filing for the public record, and
funds are included in the City budget.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable.
Recommended Action:
A) Receive and file the “List of Professional Services Contracts Approved by Department Heads and
Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk during the period of July 1, 2020 and September 3 0, 2020;”
and,
B) Receive and file the “List of Professional Services Contracts Approved by Department Heads and
Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk during the period of October 1, 2020 and December 31,
2020.”
Alternative Action(s):
Do not proceed, and provide alternative direction to staff.
Analysis:
On November 19, 2001, the City Council established a policy to follow the administration of all contracts
entered into between City Departments and consultant firms, pursuant to Huntington Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 3.03. Administrative Regulation No. 228, effective as of August 4, 2008, prescribes the
policy regarding professional service contracts to ensure public review of new contracts through
identification on the City Council agenda, as required by section 6.4.1 of the policy.
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Attachment #1 is a list of contracts entered into by City Departments and received in the City Clerk’s
Office for the third quarter of 2020. Attachment #2 is a list of contracts entered into by City Departments
and received in the City Clerk’s Office for the fourth quarter of 2020.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Strengthen long-term financial and economic sustainability
Attachment(s):
1. “List of Professional Services Contracts Approved by Department Heads and Submitted to the
Office of the City Clerk During the Period July 1, 2020 through September 30, 2020.”
2. “List of Professional Services Contracts Approved by Department Heads and Submitted to the
Office of the City Clerk During the Period October 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020.”
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*This list includes all contracts received which are public records
List of Professional Services Contracts Approved by Department Heads and Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk during
the period of July 1, 2020 and September 30, 2020
AGREEMENT
DATE
DEPARTMENT NAME OF CONTRACTOR AMOUNT PURPOSE EXPIRATION
07/01/2020 Police Cron & Associates Transcription, Inc. nte $99,000 Transcription Services 07/01/2023
08/18/2020
Effective
07/01/2020
Public Works Albert Grover & Associates/AGA
Engineers, Inc.
nte $300,000 Amendment #1 to 10/1/2018
contract for On-Call
Transportation and
Engineering Services and
Assignment to AGA Engineers,
Inc.
10/01/2021
07/01/2020
Received on
12/10/2020
Administrative
Services
Aon Risk Insurance Services West,
Inc.
nte $19,500 Actuarial Services for Self-
Insured Workers’
Compensation and Liability
Programs
07/01/2023
07/06/2020 Public Works Babcock Laboratories Inc. nte $30,000 On-Call Water Quality Sample
Collections and Analyses
07/06/2023
07/14/2020 Fire The Counseling Team International Adding
additional
compensation
of $14,400 for a
new ttl contract
amount nte
$30,000
Amendment #1 to 11/1/2019
contract for Psychological
Counseling Services
11/01/2022
07/21/2020 Administration Goal Productions, Inc. Adding
additional
compensation
of $30,000 for a
new ttl contract
amount nte
$50,000
Amendment #1 to 7/23/2019
contract for On-Call Video
Productions Services
07/23/2021
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07/25/2020 Police Winbourne Consulting, LLC Adding
additional
compensation
of $65,000 for a
new ttl contract
amount nte
$93,000
Amendment # 1 to 1/11/2019
contract for Consulting
Services for CAD Mobile Law
RMS Replacement Services
01/11/2022
07/31/2020 Administration Barrios and Associates, LLC dba
Communications Lab
nte $51,060 Consulting Services 07/31/2023
08/01/2020 Community
Development
Mercy House Living Centers nte $30,000 Emergency Shelter and
Homeless Strategies
Consulting Services
07/31/2021
08/14/2020 Public Works RPM Team, LLC nte $27,680 As Needed Construction
Design Management for the
City of Huntington Beach
Navigation Center
08/14/2023
08/14/2020 Public Works Totum Consulting nte $143,000 As Needed Construction
Project Management for the
City of Huntington Beach
Navigation Center
08/14/2023
08/23/2020 Finance Arbitrage Compliance Specialists,
Inc.
nte $13,500 Arbitrage Rebate Compliance
Services
08/23/2023
08/26/2020 Finance Weststar Loan Servicing Corporation nte $20,000 Providing Loan Servicing for
the City of Huntington Beach
08/26/2023
08/27/2020 Public Works RPM Team, LLC Sections added
to comply with
FEMA
Reimbursement
Requests
Amendment #1 to 8/14/2020
contract for As Needed
Construction Design
Management for the COHB
Navigation Center
08/14/2023
08/31/2020 Public Works Totum Consulting nte $87,000 As Needed Construction
Project Management for the
COHB Edison Community
Center Improvements
08/31/2023
08/31/2020 Public Works EEC Environmental nte $63,000 Environmental Construction
Oversight Services for 17631
Cameron Lane and 17642
Beach Blvd., Huntington
Beach
08/31/2021
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09/01/2020 Community
Development
National Council for Community
Development (NDC)
nte $75,000 Technical Assistance Services 09/01/2023
09/15/2020 Fire AP Triton, LLC Adding
additional
compensation
nte $10,500 –
for a new ttl
contract amount
nte $21,000
Amendment #1 to 11/13/2017
contract for Cost Report
Processing Services for GEMT
Reimbursement
11/13/2020
09/24/2020 Public Works Project Partners nte $29,500 Interim SCADA Coordinator
Support Services
09/24/2023
09/24/2020 Public Works GPA nte $28,800 Architectural Assessment and
Conceptual Planning
09/24/2023
09/29/2020 Public Works RPM Team, LLC Adding
additional
compensation
of $5,920 for a
new ttl contract
amount nte
$33,600
Amendment #2 to 8/14/2020
contract for As Needed
Construction Design
Management for the COHB
Navigation Center
08/14/2023
09/29/2020 Public Works AESCO nte $55,100 Testing and Inspection
Services for Construction of
the New Shelter Facility
09/29/2023
09/30/2020 Public Works Totum Consulting Sections added
to comply with
FEMA
Reimbursement
Requests
Amendment #1 to 8/14/2020
contract for As Needed
Construction Project
Management for the COHB
Navigation Center
08/14/2023
09/30/2020 Public Works RPM Team, LLC Adding
additional
compensation
nte $5,800 for a
new ttl contract
amount nte
$39,400
Amendment # 3 to 8/14/2020
contract for As Needed
Construction Design
Management for the COHB
Navigation Center
08/14/2023
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List of Professional Services Contracts Approved by Department Heads and Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk during
the period of October 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020
AGREEMENT
DATE
DEPARTMENT NAME OF CONTRACTOR AMOUNT PURPOSE EXPIRATION
10/01/2020 Community
Development
Ardurra nte $8,200 On Call Code Enforcement
Services
10/01/2022
10/14/2020 Fire Matrix Consulting Group nte $20,000 Conducting an Emergency
Medical Services (EMS) Study
10/14/2023
10/19/2020 Public Works AESCO Sections Added
to Comply with
FEMA
Reimbursement
Requests
Amendment #1 to 9/29/2020
contract for Testing and
Inspection Services for
Construction of the New
Shelter Facility
09/29/2023
10/26/2020 Community
Development
New City America, Inc. nte $29,500 Investigation New Downtown
Huntington Beach Property
Assessment District
10/26/2021
06/06/2020
(Received on
10/27/2020)
Administrative
Services
Go Live Technology, Inc. nte $90,000 Technical Staffing Services for
City of Huntington Beach’s Elm
Project
6/06/2023
11/01/2020 Administrative
Services
Improvisations nte $26,100 Upgrade to the City’s
Timekeeping Software
11/01/2023
11/06/2020 Public Works Totum Consulting Adding
additional
compensation
of $99,050 for a
ttl contract nte
$242,050
Amendment #2 to 8/14/2020
contract for As Needed
Construction Project
Management for the COHB
Navigation Center
08/14/2023
11/14/2020 Police Norman A. Traub & Associates LLC nte $31,000 Background Services 11/14/2023
12/01/2020 Public Works AESCO Adding
additional
compensation
of $11,800 for a
total contract
nte $66,800
Amendment #2 to 9/29/2020
contract for Testing and
Inspection Services for
Construction of the New
Shelter Facility
09/29/2023
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12/01/2020 Public Works Totum Consulting Adding
additional
compensation
of $26,000 for a
total contract
nte $268,050
Amendment #3 to 8/14/2020
contract for As Needed
Construction Project
Management for the COHB
Navigation Center
08/14/2023
12/01/2020 Administrative
Services
Pelletier & Associates nte $90,000 Disability Consulting Services 12/01/2023
12/04/2020 Police Beard Investigative Services, Inc. nte $41,500 Background Investigative
Services
12/04/2023
12/11/2020 Fire AP Triton Consulting, LLC nte $21,000 The Provision of Cost Report
Processing Services for GEMT
Reimbursement
12/11/2021
12/22/2020 Public Works EEC Environmental Adding
additional
compensation
of $75,000 for a
total contract
nte $138,000
Amendment #1 to 8/31/2020
contract for Environmental
Construction Oversight
Services for 17631 Cameron
Lane and 7642 Beach Blvd.,
Huntington Beach
08/31/2021
12/23/2020 Public Works Totum Consulting Adding
additional
compensation
of $36,000 for a
total contract
nte $304,050
Amendment #4 to 8/14/2020
contract for As Needed
Construction Project
Management for the COHB
Navigation Center
08/14/2023
12/28/2020 Administration Pat West LLC nte $11,000 Development and to Facilitate
Strategic Planning Sessions
12/28/2023
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:21-313 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Travis K. Hopkins, Assistant City Manager
Subject:
Approve appointments to the Mobile Home Advisory Board (MHAB) as recommended by City
Council Liaisons Kim Carr and Mike Posey
Statement of Issue:
The City Council is asked to approve appointments to the Mobile Home Advisory Board.
Financial Impact:
Not applicable
Recommended Action:
A) Approve the appointment of Eric Silkenson as an At-Large Member of the MHAB through August
5, 2025; and,
B) Approve the re-appointment of Allison Plum as a Resident Member of the MHAB through August
5, 2025; and,
C) Approve to extend the term of MHAB At-Large Member Tim Geddes through December 31, 2021 .
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve one or more of these appointments and direct staff accordingly .
Analysis:
The MHAB is an advisory body to the City Council that works to ensure the quality of life in
Huntington Beach’s 18 mobile home parks. The MHAB addresses issues that affect the City's mobile
home communities by providing a forum for communication among mobile home residents, park
owners, and the City Council. The MHAB is comprised of nine members who equally represent
mobile home park residents, park owners/managers, and the Huntington Beach community at large.
The MHAB has three vacancies for one at-large member and two park owner/manager members.
The City duly advertised the vacancies on multiple platforms and received several applications. City
Council liaisons, Kim Carr and Mike Posey, reviewed the at-large member applications and made
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recommendations to appoint Eric Silkenson to that role through August 5, 2025.
Applications continue to be solicited for the two Park Owner vacancies, and staff will initiate the
review process shortly thereafter.
In addition, MHAB resident member, Allison Plum, was appointed in October 2020 to finish out an
existing term scheduled to expire on August 5, 2021. The City Council recommends reappointing her
for a second term through August 5, 2025.
Lastly, the City Council liaisons recommend extending the second term of Chair and at-large
member, Tim Geddes, from August 5, 2021 to December 31, 2021. This 5-month extension will allow
Geddes to lend his knowledge of the MHAB to the Board, as the remaining vacancies are filled. The
City hopes to fill all vacancies before the end of this calendar year.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Non Applicable - Administrative Item
Attachment(s):
1. Application for Appointment - Eric Silkenson
2. Application for Re-Appointment - Allison Plum
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Application for Appointment to a Citizen
Commission, Board, Committee, or Task Force
Page 1
Last Name *First Name *Middle Initial Date *
Name of Board, Commission, Committee, or Task Force *
Length of Residency in Huntington Beach *
Occupation *
United States Citizen?*Currently Serving on a City Board
or Commission?*
Home Address:*
Phone Numbers
Personal
Type *(?)Number *
Phone Numbers
Business
Type (?)Number
Personal Email *
Silkenson Eric D 2/10/2021
Mobile Home Advisory Board
48 Years
Teacher
Yes No
Yes No
City
Huntington Beach
State
CA
Postal / Zip Code
Street Address
Address Line 2
cell
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Educational Background *
Professional Licenses and/or Associations *
Professional Experience *
Special Knowledge or Skills *
Civic Interests and/or Service Memberships?*
How will your qualifications best serve the citizen advisory group that you are applying for, and why do you wish
to serve on this group?*
It is the policy of the City Council to make appointments to the citizen commissions, boards, and committees,
based on the needs of the city, as well as the interests and qualifications of each applicant. Selection will be
made without discrimination based on the race, creed, gender, or sexual orientation of the applicant.
Additional information concerning a particular commission, board, committee, or task force or the application
process is available through the staff support department identified above. General questions can be directed to
Cathy Fikes, (714) 536-5553.
I have an AA in communications from Golden West College, a Bachelors in history with a minor in journalism
from CSULB, and a single-subject teaching credential in social studies also from CSULB.
I have a single-subject teaching credential and a substitute teaching credential.
I was in the restaurant business for thirty years at every level including management and training and
development. I am currently a teacher at Edison High School.
I have conversational Spanish, a very good cook, and I am handy around the house.
I support the "Drains to Ocean" non-profit and "Robyne's Nest."
I have taken an interest in city government and public service over the past few years and I am looking for a
way to serve. I have some friends who live in the mobile home community on Beach between Indianapolis and
Atlanta. They have shared some of their unique concerns with me from time to time. As a forty-eight year
resident of Huntington Beach, I believe that my connection to the city and the culture would allow me to have a
unique perspective on the culture of the city and how our mobile home communities fit and interact with
Huntington Beach.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:21-268 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works
Subject:
Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid, approve appropriation and authorize
execution of a construction contract with GEM Construction, Inc., in the amount of $542,424
for the Central Park Restrooms Phase 3, CC-1608
Statement of Issue:
On March 25, 2021, bids were publically opened for the Central Park Restrooms Phase 3, CC-1608.
City Council action is requested to award the construction contract to GEM Construction, Inc., the
most responsive and responsible bidder.
Financial Impact:
Total construction cost for the project, including contingency, is $723,788. A total of $490,869 is
available in the Quimby Fund, Account No. 22645010.82900, along with $70,000 in the Infrastructure
Fund, Account No. 31440001.82800. An appropriation of $162,919 is requested from Fund 226 as
part of this City Council action.
Recommended Action:
A) Accept the most responsive and responsible bid submitted by GEM Construction, Inc., in the
amount of $542,424; and,
B) Appropriate $162,919 in additional funding from the Fund 226 balance; and,
C) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the
City Attorney.
Alternative Action(s):
Reject all bids, or provide staff with alternative action.
Analysis:
This proposed contract award is for the fifth of a total of six restroom improvements within Huntington
Central Park. As part of the necessary improvements, the Community and Library Services
Department, working with the Central Park Subcommittee, has elected to construct the new restroom
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at the bottom of the amphitheater, instead of its current location at the top. Relocating the facility to
the bottom of the amphitheater will provide better accessibility and eliminate the necessity to utilize
portable toilets during permitted events. This will require construction of a pump station to connect
the sewage to existing lines in the area. The proposed restroom will have six stalls and will also
include a new drinking fountain.
Bids were publicly opened on March 25, 2021, with the following results:
BIDDER'S NAME BID AMOUNT (Amount Read at
Bid Opening and Basis of Award)
GEM Construction, Inc.$542,424
Fleming Environmental, Inc.$816,801
AID Builder Bid Withdrawn
Staff recommends awarding a contract to GEM in the amount of $542 ,424. GEM has recently
provided acceptable work in the City of Huntington Beach in constructing similar Romtec buildings ,
including a restroom. GEM constructed a new restroom at Worthy Park in 2019, and installed the
sports team room at the Sports Complex in 2017. The total project cost is estimated to be $723,788,
which includes the construction contract, project management ($100,000), and fifteen-percent (15%)
construction contingency ($81,364).
Public Works Commission Action:
The Public Works Commission reviewed and approved CC-1608 on February 17, 2021, with a vote
of 6-0-1 (Commissioner Ferlita-absent).
Environmental Status:
The project is categorically exempt pursuant to Class 1, section 15031d of the California
Environmental Quality Act.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Infrastructure & Parks
Attachment(s):
1. Location Map
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:21-283 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works
Subject:
Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorize execution of a maintenance
contract with Commercial Waterproofing Systems, Inc. (ERC Roofing and Waterproofing), in
the amount of $225,450 for the Slater Pump Station Roof Replacement Project, MSC-534
Statement of Issue:
On March 3, 2021, bids were opened electronically for the Slater Pump Station Roof Replacement
Project, MSC-534. City Council action is requested to award the maintenance contract to Commercial
Waterproofing Systems, Inc., doing business as ERC Roofing and Waterproofing, the lowest and
responsible bidder.
Financial Impact:
Total funds for the project, including contingency and supplemental expenses, are estimated at
$302,158. Funds for the project are available in Infrastructure Fund, Account No. 31440003.82200 .
Recommended Action:
A) Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Commercial Waterproofing
Systems, Inc., doing business as ERC Roofing and Waterproofing, in the amount of $225,450; and ,
B) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a maintenance contract in a form approved by the
City Attorney.
Alternative Action(s):
Reject all bids, or provide staff with an alternative action.
Analysis:
The Slater Pump Station, located at the end of Slater Avenue west of Graham Street and directly
adjacent to the East Garden Grove Wintersburg Channel, was constructed in 1964. The building was
upgraded in 1980 to include a reinforced concrete block building and a built-up roof system sitting
upon a wood frame. The built-up roofing at this building, including five mounted exhaust mufflers, are
at the end of their useful life and need to be replaced.
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Bids were due electronically on March 3, 2021, with the following results:
BIDDER'S NAME BID AMOUNT (Amount Read
at Bid Opening and Basis of
Award)
Commercial Waterproofing Systems, Inc.,
dba ERC Roofing and Waterproofing
$225,450.00
Letner Roofing Co.$356,520.00
Bishop, Inc.$980,000.00
Staff has checked references for ERC Roofing and Waterproofing and recommends award of a
maintenance contract in the amount of $225,450. The total estimated project cost is $302,158, which
includes the maintenance contract, a fifteen (15%) contingency, and supplemental expenses , such
as contracted construction management and inspection services.
Environmental Status:
The project is categorically exempt pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301d of the California
Environmental Quality Act.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Enhance and maintain infrastructure
Attachment(s):
1. Vicinity Map
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:21-298 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works
Subject:
Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid and authorize execution of a construction
contract with Sancon Technologies, Inc., in the amount of $701,988.40 for the Fiscal Year
20/21 Sewer Lining project, CC-1619
Statement of Issue:
On March 30, 2021, bids were publically opened for the Fiscal Year 20/21 Sewer Lining project. City
Council action is requested to award the construction contract to Sancon Technologies, Inc., the
lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Financial Impact:
Total construction cost for the project, including contingency and inspection,is $860,000. Funds are
available in the current fiscal year budget in the Sewer Fund, Account No. 51189002.82600.
Recommended Action:
A) Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Sancon Technologies, Inc., in the
amount of $701,988.40; and,
B) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the
City Attorney.
Alternative Action(s):
Reject all bids, or provide staff with alternative action.
Analysis:
The Public Works Department’s Engineering and Utilities Division coordinates the need for
rehabilitation of existing sewer pipes,based on maintenance history and video inspection. The
scope of work for the project includes lining approximately 21,969 lineal feet of aged sewer main
lines identified as a priority this year. The locations would benefit from lining,as the existing pipes
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lines identified as a priority this year. The locations would benefit from lining,as the existing pipes
are either lined with calcium deposits from groundwater seepage through minor cracks and joints, or
have joints offset by tree roots from adjacent mature trees located on parkways. These deposits and
roots inhibit flow and will be removed prior to lining. Lining of the pipes does not require trenching, as
it is performed by inserting a liner inside the existing pipe and curing the liner to form a replacement
pipe.
Bids were publicly opened on March 30, 2021, with the following results:
BIDDER'S NAME BID AMOUNT
(Amount Read at Bid
Opening and Basis of
Award)
Sancon Technologies, Inc.$701,988.40
Nuline Technologies, LLC $1,023,520
Southwest Pipeline &
Trenchless Corp.
$1,081,730
Staff recommends awarding a contract to Sancon Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $701,988.40 .
Sancon Technologies, Inc., has provided acceptable sewer lining construction in Huntington Beach
for the Fiscal Year 19/20 Sewer Lining project. The total project cost is estimated to be $860,000,
which includes the construction contract, inspection, and construction contingency.
Environmental Status:
The project is categorically exempt pursuant to Class 1, Section 15031c of the California
Environmental Quality Act.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Infrastructure & Parks
Attachment(s):
1. Vicinity Map
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:21-299 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works
Subject:
Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid, approve appropriation of funds and
authorize execution of a construction contract with Palp, Inc. dba Excel Paving, in the amount
of $1,577,750 for the Edwards - Varsity Tract Water Main Replacement project, CC-1558
Statement of Issue:
On March 30, 2021, bids were publically opened for the Edwards - Varsity Tract Water Main
Replacement project. City Council action is requested to award the construction contract to Palp,
Inc., doing business as Excel Paving, the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Financial Impact:
Total funds for the project, including contingency and supplemental expenses, is estimated at
$1,950,000. Funds for the project are available in the current fiscal year budget in the Water Master
Plan Fund, Account No. 50791006.82100, ($1,779,000). Additionally, staff is requesting an
appropriation of $171,000 from the undesignated Prop 42 fund balance to Account No.
21985201.82300 to cover 50% of the milling and overlay costs.
Recommended Action:
A) Accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Excel Paving in the amount of
$1,577,750.00; and,
B) Appropriate $171,000 from the Prop 42 Fund, Account No. 21985201.82300; and,
C) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the
City Attorney.
Alternative Action(s):
Reject all bids, or provide staff with alternative action.
Analysis:
Approximately 3,200 lineal feet of new pipeline will be constructed as part of the City’s annual water
main replacement program for this fiscal year. All of the improvements are proposed within the
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Edwards - Varsity Tract in seven streets.
Since construction activities will likely further degrade the street pavement condition, this project will
mill and overlay the streets to preserve pavement quality and aesthetics after the construction. The
funds for the pavement improvements will be split between the Water and Prop 42 Funds. Prop 42
funds are typically used for the maintenance of residential streets. The proposed improvements will
enhance the City’s water system reliability.
Bids were publicly opened on March 30, 2021, with the following results:
BIDDER'S NAME BID AMOUNT (Amount Read
at Bid Opening and Basis of
Award)
Excel Paving $1,577,750.00
CCL Contracting Inc.$1,577,930.00
Ferreira Construction $1,608,420.00
Dominguez General
Engineering
$1,626,800.00
Aid Builder's Inc $1,744,250.00
T.E. Roberts, Inc.$1,786,755.00
Kana Pipeline Inc.$1,864,470.00
TryCo General Engineering $1,874,600.00
Colich & Sons LP $1,976,700.00
Staff recommends awarding a contract to Excel Paving in the amount of $1,577,750.00.
Project reference checks have indicated that Excel Paving has provided acceptable potable water
main construction within the last year. The total project cost is estimated to be $1,950,000, which
includes the construction contract, contingency, inspection, and supplemental expenses.
Environmental Status:
The project is categorically exempt pursuant to Class 1, Section 15031c of the California
Environmental Quality Act.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Infrastructure & Parks
Attachment(s):
1. Project Vicinity Map
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works
Subject:
Adopt Resolution No. 2021-10 requesting that the United States Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE) fund and immediately proceed with Surfside-Sunset Beach Nourishment Project
Stage 13 from Anaheim Bay Harbor to Newport Bay in Orange County, California
Statement of Issue:
This resolution is drafted to support Stage 13 of the Surfside-Sunset Beach Nourishment Project.
This action recognizes the importance of beach sand nourishment projects to the health,
sustainability, and vitality of Huntington Beach’s coastline, and how important these projects are to
protecting both public and private property/assets along the coast. Without these sand
replenishment projects, the City’s coastline is prone to damage from winter storms and high tides , as
the sand acts as a natural buffer, protecting the coast from damaging waves and tidal action.
Financial Impact:
City Council previously authorized the funding of the City’s share of the costs for the design and
construction of the Stage 13 project in the Fiscal Year 2017-18 budget. The funding for the City’s
portion of the project costs have already been transmitted to the County of Orange in June 2018 in
the amount of $281,966.00.
Recommended Action:
Adopt Resolution 2021-10, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Requesting that the United States Army Corps of Engineers Fund and Immediately Proceed with
Surfside-Sunset Beach Nourishment Project Stage 13 from Anaheim Bay Harbor to Newport Bay in
Orange County, California.”
Alternative Action(s):
Do not adopt the resolution and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
The natural migration of sand happens in a southerly fashion from Surfside beach, which is adjacent
to the mouth of the San Gabriel River, transporting the sand down the coast and replenishing the
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to the mouth of the San Gabriel River, transporting the sand down the coast and replenishing the
eroded sand between Anaheim Harbor Bay to Newport Bay. However, the construction of
engineered flood control structures by the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in the
San Gabriel River and Santa Ana River between 1930s - 1950s prevents the transportation of
sediment and sand down these rivers to naturally replenish sand depleted by winter storms and other
sand depletion activities. Thus, the coastline between Anaheim Harbor Bay to Newport Bay is
dependent on beach sand nourishment projects to replenish eroded sand.
In 1962, Congress passed the Rivers and Harbors Act,which requires USACE to address the
impacts of the constructed flood control structures on natural sand depositions. This led to the first
beach nourishment project in 1964 (Stage 1),which deposited 1.5 million cubic yards of sand on the
beach along Surfside. These projects were scheduled to be conducted every 5-7 years,and there
have been twelve such projects since 1964. The last beach nourishment project was conducted in
2010 (Stage 12). Stage 13 was slated to commence in 2018, but it has been delayed indefinitely by
the Federal government, due to a lack of funding.
Staff from the City and other stakeholders,which includes the County of Orange, the Department of
Boating and Waterways, City of Newport Beach, City of Seal Beach, and the Surfside Stormwater
Protection District,meet with USACE on a regular basis to receive updates regarding the proposed
Stage 13 project. To date, USACE staff has been unable to move the project forward from the project
list to the list of funded projects. The reasons for the lack of funding for the project have not been
made clear to USACE staff,and the project appears to be at an impasse,with no indication that
Stage 13 will receive any funding in the near future.
Without any beach nourishment project since 2010, the coastline between Anaheim Bay Harbor and
Newport Bay has experienced noticeable and dramatic degradation. In certain segments of the
nearly 68,000 linear feet (approximately 12 miles) of coastline, the sand has eroded to the point that
homes in the Surfside community are now threatened by winter storms and high tides. Other
sections of beach within this area are no longer accessible during high tides,and coastal assets are
now threatened, such as beach parking lots, access roads, beach boardwalk, and other structures.
This new threat garnered national attention in July 2020 when the City of Newport Beach’s beach
parking lots, streets, and other public/private properties on the Balboa peninsula were flooded with up
to three feet of damaging and corrosive salt water. This type of event was not the result of a large
winter storm, and could be a precursor of what the new normal will be without the protective buffer
that beach sand provides.
This resolution was drafted to draw public attention to the plight of the eroded coastline between
Surfside (Seal Beach) and Newport Beach,as well as serving to notify the USACE and the Federal
government that this project is important to the community and is direly needed. The coastline under
threat is not only a local asset,but also a regional asset enjoyed by residents and tourists from all
over the state. As such, this coastline should be viewed as a resource that must be protected for
future generations. Failure to act immediately could not only result in property damage, but may also
result in loss of life if dangerous flooding occurs.
This resolution will also be adopted by the governing boards of the other local project stakeholders in
the upcoming months. This includes the Cities of Newport Beach and Seal Beach as well as the
County of Orange. Following the adoption of this resolution, City staff will launch a coordinated
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media campaign to generate interest and draw attention to the dire need for the beach nourishment
project, including reaching out to local press and posting information regarding the status of the
project on social media platforms. The media campaign will focus on the present and potential future
impacts to our coastline, if the Stage 13 project and other future beach nourishment projects are
further delayed, which are essential to protecting our coastline and coastal assets , both private and
public.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Infrastructure & Parks
Attachment(s):
1. Resolution No. 2021-10, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Requesting that the United States Army Corps of Engineers Fund and Immediately Proceed with
Surfside-Sunset Beach Nourishment Project Stage 13 from Anaheim Bay Harbor to Newport Bay
in Orange County, California.”
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development
Subject:
Adopt Resolution No. 2021-28 approving the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for Federal
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships (HOME)
Entitlement Grant Programs
Statement of Issue:
The City receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment
Partnerships (HOME) federal entitlement grant funds annually from the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD). To remain eligible for these grant funds, the City is required to
submit an Action Plan to HUD each year outlining how these funds will be used during the upcoming
fiscal year. As part of this annual process, the Citizen Participation Advisory Board (CPAB) evaluates
funding applications and makes funding recommendations to the City Council. The CPAB
recommendations for Fiscal Year 2021-22 are summarized in Attachment 1, and described in detail
in the 2021-22 Action Plan (Attachment 3). The deadline for submission of the 2021-22 Action Plan to
HUD is May 14, 2021.
Financial Impact:
The City’s proposed Fiscal Year 2021-22 CDBG and HOME program budget is comprised of
$1,238,214 in CDBG and $618,233 in HOME funds. Approval of the 2021-22 Action Plan will not
impact the General Fund.
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve and authorize the following in compliance with the
Consolidated Plan Procedures of 24 CFR Part 91:
A) Conduct a public hearing; and,
B) Adopt Resolution No. 2021-28, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Approving the 2021-2022 Action Plan for Federal Community Development Block Grant, and Home
Investment Partnerships Programs;” and,
C) Authorize the City Manager to sign all necessary documents.
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Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the Annual Action Plan as presented and direct staff accordingly. The City Council
may choose to modify any of the CPAB funding recommendations for CDBG and HOME projects and
programs within the aggregate funding limits outlined on page 3 of this report.
Analysis:
Background
Each year,the City of Huntington Beach receives entitlement grant funds from HUD,under the
CDBG and HOME programs,to carry out a wide variety of community development activities that
benefit lower-income Huntington Beach residents. As part of its responsibility in receiving these
funds, the City is required to prepare and submit an annual Action Plan delineating the proposed use
of CDBG and HOME funds. To comply with HUD regulations, the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan must
be received by HUD this year on or before May 14, 2021.
2021-2022 Action Plan
The Action Plan is a federally-mandated document in a prescribed format that describes how the
City’s use of CDBG and HOME funds addresses the priorities in the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan
that was adopted by the City Council on July 6, 2020. The 2021-2022 Action Plan covers the
upcoming fiscal year (beginning July 1, 2021, and ending June 30, 2022).
The 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan included a Strategic Plan as a component document, which
established the following funding priorities for the CDBG and HOME programs:
·Sustain and strengthen neighborhoods.
·Preserve existing and create new affordable housing.
·Support efforts to address homelessness.
·Support agencies that assist special needs populations.
·Increase access to community services to low/moderate income persons.
·Provide needed infrastructure improvements.
·Support community development programs.
Each year,the City issues a Notice of Funding Availability inviting the submission of applications for
Public Services programs and Capital and Housing Preservation projects,in compliance with HUD
regulations that require public participation in the allocation of CDBG and HOME funds.
The CPAB reviews all eligible applications, receives public input, hears oral presentations from the
applicants,and makes funding recommendations to the City Council. The draft 2021-2022 Action
Plan includes the CPAB recommendations that were developed, taking into consideration the
priorities and objectives outlined in the Strategic Plan.
2021-2022 CDBG and HOME Funding Recommendations
On February 11, the CPAB conducted a publicly-noticed meeting that provided citizens the
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On February 11, the CPAB conducted a publicly-noticed meeting that provided citizens the
opportunity to participate in the CDBG and HOME program funding recommendation process. The
CPAB heard presentations from 12 applicants virtually for CDBG Public Services, deliberated, and
made funding recommendations. On February 25, the CPAB conducted a second meeting and
heard presentations from two fair housing applicants and five Capital and Housing Preservation
applicants. The CPAB also deliberated and made funding recommendations that evening for these
two categories. At each of these meetings, the CPAB voted to:
·Recommend funding to five of the 12 Public Services applications that were received by a 4-0
vote.
·Recommended funding the Fair Housing Foundation by a 4-0 vote (as fair housing is a HUD
mandate program).
·Recommend funding all five Capital and Housing Preservation applications by a 4-0 vote.
When the CPAB met on February 11 and 25, the CDBG and HOME allocations for Fiscal Year 2021-
2022 had not been released by HUD; therefore, initial funding recommendations were based on
current 2020-2021 allocations. In these instances, HUD guidance to cities is to use current fiscal year
allocations to meet CDBG and HOME mandated deadlines. Subsequent to the February 25 CPAB
meeting, the City’s CDBG and HOME funding allocations from HUD for the 2021-2022 Program Year
were released, including $1,238,214 for CDBG and $618,233 for HOME. On March 15, the City
Council and CPAB held a joint study session to review and modify the CPAB recommendations,
based upon the final funding allocations from HUD.
The following tables contains the final CDBG and HOME funding and allocation levels for the 2021-
2022 Program Year:
2021-2022 CDBG and HOME Funding and Allocation Levels
Allocated Funds
(Revenue)
CDBG HOME Total
Grant Amount $1,238,214 $618,233 $1,856,447
Carryover $0 $0 $0
TOTAL $1,238,214
$618,233
$1,856,447
2021-2022 Allocation
(Expenditure)
CDBGHOMETotal
Public Services $185,732 N/A $185,732
Capital & Housing
Preservation Projects
$804,840 $556,410 $1,361,250
Administration $247,642 $61,823 $309,465
TOTAL $1,238,214
$618,233
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2021-2022 Allocation(Expenditure)CDBGHOMETotal
Public Services $185,732 N/A $185,732
Capital & Housing
Preservation Projects
$804,840 $556,410 $1,361,250
Administration $247,642 $61,823 $309,465
TOTAL $1,238,214
$618,233
$1,856,447
CDBG Funds
Federal regulations allow the City to designate up to 15 percent of the CDBG allocation for Public
Service programs, 20 percent towards Administration, and the remaining amount towards Capital and
Housing Preservation. As previously noted, the initial CPAB recommendations from February 11 and
25 were modified on March 15 to address the subsequent release of the City’s 2021-2022 CDBG and
HOME funding allocations. The CPAB recommended allocating $185,732 towards five of the 12
Public Services applications that were received, allocating $247,642 towards Administration, and
allocating the remaining funds of $804,840 towards Capital and Housing Preservations Projects. The
recommendations for each of these categories are as follows:
2020-21 2021-22 2021-22
PUBLIC SERVICE Actual
Funding
Requested
Funding
Funding Recommendations
City of HB - Community Services: Oak View
FRC Drop-in Recreation Program (Children's
Bureau)
$80,000 $81,200 $80,000
City of HB - Community Services: Senior Center
Care Management
$44,000 $44,000 $34,555
City of HB - Public Library: Oak View Literacy
Program
$10,000 $10,000 $9,000
City of HB - Police Department: Homeless
Outreach Services
$85,000 $80,000 $50,000
StandUp for Kids OC - StandUp for Kids
Outreach Program
$15,000 $15,826 $12,177
TOTAL $234,000 $231,026 $185,732
2020-21 2021-22 2021-22
ADMINISTRATION Actual Funding Requested
Funding
Funding
Recommendations
CDBG Administration $257,407 $217,642 $217,642
Fair Housing Foundation $30,000 $30,000 $30,000
TOTAL $287,407 $247,642 $247,642
2020-21 2021-22 2021-22
CAPITAL & HOUSING PRESERVATION Actual Funding Requested
Funding
Funding
Recommendations
City of HB - Tenant Based Rental Assistance
(TBRA): Program Administration
$130,928 $105,000 $105,000
City of HB - Community Development: Special
Code Enforcement
$240,000 $231,557 $231,557
City of HB - Community Development: Housing
Rehab Loan Program
$65,000 $265,000 $265,000
City of HB - Public Works: Public Facility ADA
Projects
$393,732 $400,000 $203,283
TOTAL $829,660 $1,001,557 $804,840
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CAPITAL & HOUSING PRESERVATION Actual Funding Requested
Funding
Funding
Recommendations
City of HB - Tenant Based Rental Assistance
(TBRA): Program Administration
$130,928 $105,000 $105,000
City of HB - Community Development: Special
Code Enforcement
$240,000 $231,557 $231,557
City of HB - Community Development: Housing
Rehab Loan Program
$65,000 $265,000 $265,000
City of HB - Public Works: Public Facility ADA
Projects
$393,732 $400,000 $203,283
TOTAL $829,660 $1,001,557 $804,840
HOME Funds
The available funds for HOME projects are $618,233. A total of $556,410 is proposed to be allocated
to the City’s existing TBRA program,with the balance of the funding ($61,823) for Administration
costs.
Planning and Administration
Twenty percent of the City’s CDBG allocation and 10 percent of its HOME allocation may be used for
planning and administration. The total funds available for CDBG (including the City’s fair housing
services provider) and HOME Administration are $309,465.
These funding recommendations, as well as the projected measurable accomplishments for each
proposed activity, are described in the draft 2021-2022 Action Plan (Attachment 3).
Environmental Status:
Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4), government fiscal activities that do not result in a
physical change in the environment, and do not commit the lead agency to any specific project, do
not constitute a project. Therefore, these activities are exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines
Section 15060(c)(3).
Strategic Plan Goal:
Economic Development & Housing
Attachment(s):
1. City of Huntington Beach FY 2021-2022 CDBG and HOME Funding Recommendations
2. Resolution No. 2021-28, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach,
California, Approving the 2021-2022 Action Plan for Federal Community Development Block
Grant, and Home Investment Partnerships Programs.”
3. City of Huntington Beach Annual Action Plan 2021-2022
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FY 2021-2022 CDBG, and HOME Recommendations
CDBG PUBLIC SERVICES
FUNDING
1 City of HB--Community Services--Oak View FRC Drop-in
Recreation Program (Children's Bureau) $80,000
2 City of HB--Community Services--Senior Center Care
Management $34,555
3 City of HB--Public Library--Oak View Literacy Program $9,000
4 City of HB--HBPD--Homeless Outreach Services $50,000
5 StandUp for Kids OC--StandUp for Kids Outreach
Program $12,177
TOTAL FUNDING $185,732
CDBG ADMINISTRATION
FUNDING
1 CDBG Administration $217,642
2 Fair Housing Foundation $30,000
TOTAL FUNDING $247,642
CAPITAL & HOUSING PRESERVATION
FUNDING
1 City of HB--Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA)--
Program Administration $105,000
2 City of HB--Community Development--Special Code
Enforcement $231,557
3 City of HB--Community Development--Housing Rehab
Loan Program $265,000
4 City of HB--Public Works--Public Facility ADA Projects $203,283
TOTAL FUNDING $804,840
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HOME FUNDS
FUNDING
1 Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program $556,410
2 HOME Administration $61,823
TOTAL FUNDING $618,233
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Background on Cover Photos
CDBG subrecipients for FY 2020-21. Clockwise from top left: Homeless Outreach Services
(administered by HBPD), Special Code Enforcement (administered by Community Development),
Homeless Outreach Services (administered by HBPD), Senior Care Services (administered by
Community & Library Services), Robyne’s Nest Housing for High School Students (administered by
Robyne’s Nest), StandUp for Kids Outreach Program (administered by StandUp for Kids OC), Oak
View Children’s Bureau (administered by Community and Library Services).
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SECTION PAGE
Executive Summary (AP-05) ......................................................................................... 1
Lead & Responsible Agencies (PR-05) ........................................................................ 9
Consultation (AP-10) ................................................................................................... 10
Citizen Participation (AP-12) ........................................................................................ 16
Expected Resources (AP-15) .......................................................................................20
Annual Goals and Objectives (AP-20) ......................................................................... 25
Projects (AP-35) .......................................................................................................... 30
Project Summary (AP-38) ........................................................................................... 33
Geographic Distribution (AP-50) ............................................................................... 48
Affordable Housing (AP-55) ........................................................................................ 51
Public Housing (AP-60) ............................................................................................... 52
Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities (AP-65) ............................................. 53
Barriers to Affordable Housing (AP-75) .................................................................... 56
Other Actions (AP-85) ................................................................................................ 59
Program Specific Requirements (AP-90) .................................................................. 64
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
Huntington Beach’s 2020/21-2024/25 Consolidated Plan constitutes the City's strategy for
addressing its housing and community development needs utilizing federal entitlement funds.
The goals are to assist low and moderate-income persons, provide decent housing, create
suitable living environments, and expand economic opportunities. Included in the
Consolidated Plan are broad five-year objectives and strategies to accomplish these goals.
Specific identifiable benchmarks for measuring progress in realizing the City’s strategy are
proposed in the Annual Action Plans.
The 2021/22 Annual Action Plan includes application for funds under two different HUD
entitlement programs - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the Home
Investment Partnership Program (HOME). Current year entitlements combined with
reallocations and repayments from prior year activities (program income) bring the total
estimated funding for program year 2021/22 to over $1.8 million ($1,238,214 in CDBG funds and
$618,233 in HOME funds). The following Annual Action Plan describes resources, programs,
activities and actions Huntington Beach will undertake in FY 2021/22 to implement its strategic
plan and ultimately achieve its Consolidated Plan goals and objectives, summarized in the
table on the following page.
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Consolidated Plan
5-Year Priority
Implementing Programs
2021/22 Goal
Outcome/
Objective
Households with Housing
Problems
▪ Special Code Enforcement
($231,557)
▪ Owner-Occupied SF, Condo,
and Mobile Home Grant
Program ($80,000)
▪ Owner-Occupied Single-Family
Rehabilitation Loan Program
($120,000)
▪ Housing Rehabilitation Loan
Administration ($65,000)
▪ Huntington Beach Tenant
Based Rental Assistance
($556,410)
▪ Housing Services for TBRA
($105,000)
600 Housing Units
6 Housing Units
2 Housing Units
8 Housing Units
57 Households
57 Housing Units
SL-3
DH-1
DH-1
DH-1
DH-2
DH-2
Homelessness ▪ Homeless Outreach Program
($50,000)
▪ StandUp for Kids OC – Street
Outreach Program ($12,177)
400 Persons
30 Persons
SL-1
SL-1
Special Needs Populations ▪ Senior Services, Care
Management
($34,555)
165 Persons SL-1
Priority Community Services Youth Services
▪ Children’s Bureau ($80,000)
General Public Services
▪ Oakview Family Literacy ($9,000)
250 Persons
145 Persons
SL-1
SL-1
Priority Community and
Public Facilities
▪ No projects in FY 2021/22
Priority Infrastructure
Improvements
▪ ADA Curb Cuts in Maintenance
Zone 5 ($203,283)
2,118 Persons SL-3
Other Housing and
Community Development
Needs
▪ HOME Administration ($61,823)
▪ CDBG Administration ($217,642)
▪ Fair Housing Services ($30,000)
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not
Applicable
2020-2024 Consolidated Plan Priorities, Implementing Programs, and FY 2021/22 Goals
Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has established three
predetermined objectives and outcomes designed to capture the range of community
impacts that occur as a result of CDBG and HOME-funded programs. Each activity or
program funded with CDBG or HOME must fall under one of three objectives and one
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of three outcomes. The framework of selecting these objectives and outcomes is known as
HUD’s CPD Outcome Performance Measurement System. Here are the objectives and
outcomes to choose from:
Objectives
Creating Suitable Living Environments relates to activities that are designed to benefit
communities, families, or individuals by addressing issues in their living environment,
from physical problems with their environment to social issues.
Providing Decent Housing covers the wide range of housing activities where the
purpose is to meet individual family or community housing needs.
Creating Economic Opportunities applies to activities related to economic
development, commercial revitalization, or job creation.
Outcomes
Availability/Accessibility applies to activities that make services, infrastructure, public
services, public facilities, housing, or shelter available or accessible to low- and
moderate-income people, including persons with disabilities.
Affordability applies to activities that provide affordability in a variety of ways to low-
and moderate-income people and is appropriate to use whenever an activity is
lowering the cost, improving the quality, or increasing the affordability of a product or
service to benefit a low-income household.
Sustainability applies to activities that are aimed at improving communities or
neighborhoods, helping to make them livable or viable by providing benefit to persons
of low- and moderate-income or by removing or eliminating slums or blighted areas,
through multiple activities or services that sustain communities or neighborhoods.
Huntington Beach’s Consolidated Plan Needs Assessment was developed by reviewing
Census statistical data and building upon already adopted planning documents, coupled with
consultation with housing, homeless and service providers, City Departments, and the public
via community meetings, public hearings, and a Community Needs Assessment Survey. The
result was the formation of seven areas of priority need, including:
1. Households with Housing Problems - The need for affordable housing options in the
City continue to be high, based on the proportion of households in the City
experiencing cost burdens.
2. Homelessness - Homelessness continues to be growing and pressing issue in
Huntington Beach and regionally. The City will continue to fund and support efforts
that address homelessness and serve persons experiencing homelessness.
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3. Special Needs Populations - There are a number of special needs populations in the
City that need continued services and support. These include but are not limited to
persons with severe mental illness, veterans, persons with substance abuse
addictions, and seniors.
4. Priority Community Services - There are a number of vital community services in the
City that need continued services and support. These community services serve low to
moderate income households and include activities such as youth and senior services.
5. Priority Community and Public Facilities - The City recognizes the high need for public
improvement activities throughout the City in order to provide for and maintain a safe
and decent environment for its citizens. Identified priority needs include, but are not
limited to, homeless shelters, parks and recreational centers, youth centers, and
healthcare facilities.
6. Priority Infrastructure Improvements - The City recognizes the high need for public
improvement activities throughout the City in order to provide for and maintain a safe
and decent environment for its citizens. Identified priority needs include, but are not
limited to, street and road improvements, sidewalk improvements, flood drainage
improvements, and tree planting.
7. Other Housing and Community Development Needs - The City has identified the need
to provide support for the HOME and CDBG programs in the City, as well as to
affirmatively further fair housing. These activities are vital to the continuation of the
City’s efforts to administer these programs.
In FY 2021/22, the City of Huntington Beach is proposing to fund several programs to meet
the priority needs of Huntington Beach residents as listed above.
Evaluation of past performance
The first year of the FY 2020/21 – 2024/25 Consolidated Plan is still in process and performance
accomplishments will be fully captured in the year-end FY 2020/21 Consolidated Annual
Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). However, below is a summary of performance
to date.
Decent Housing
In FY 2020/21, the City provided $2.8 million in HOME funding for a 43-unit affordable
senior housing project at 18431 Beach Boulevard. The project is being built in
partnership with the city’s local Community Housing Development Organization
(CHDO), Jamboree Housing Corporation. Seventeen units will be HOME-income and
rent restricted. Upon completion of this project that is currently underway, the City
will have accomplished 85% of its 20-unit development goal for the 2020/21-2024/25
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Consolidated Plan timeframe.
Also in the area of providing decent housing, the City allocated $642,000 in HOME
funds to assist 55 households with tenant based rental assistance in FY 2020/21. The 24-
month program is currently being administered by three operators: Mercy House,
Interval House, and Families Forward. The program was integral to the city’s response
to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Residential Rehabilitation Program consists of a grant and loan program. First, the
Owner-Occupied Single-Family, Condo, and Mobile Home Grant Program Home
Improvement Program offers a one-time grant not to exceed $10,000 to low-income
homeowners for deferred maintenance and health and safety-related household
repairs. The City’s Owner-Occupied Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Program, in
comparison, offers low-income homeowners up to $75,000 in deferred payment loans.
Both programs are intended to assist low-income homeowners to make much needed
repairs to keep their property safe and livable. CDBG funds in the amount of $255,000
was awarded to homeowner residential rehabilitation in FY 2020/21.
Suitable Living Environment
The City’s Special Code Enforcement program continues to accomplish their goal of
assisting 600 housing units each year in CDBG-eligible areas.
The City has assisted various public service agencies. While the number of public
service programs assisted with CDBG funds has been reduced due to decreased
CDBG entitlement funds, the City continues to work towards its goals in providing
quality and effective services to youth, homeless, seniors, the disabled, and illiterate
adults, as well as fair housing services funded through Administrative costs, to the
Huntington Beach community.
The City has a goal to assist 5,000 persons with improved or new public facilities during
the 2020/21-2024/25 Consolidated Plan period. To date, the City has not awarded any
funds to public facility projects.
The City used CDBG funding in FY 2020/21 for the ADA Curb Cuts in Maintenance Zone
3 Project with an anticipated performance goal of assisting nearly 2,000 persons. In FY
2021/22, the City will continue making sidewalk improvements in Maintenance Zone 5.
At the end of FY 2019/20 and again during FY 2020/21, the City was awarded a special
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allocation of $2,159,775 in CARES Act CDBG funding to help Huntington Beach prepare,
prevent, and respond to the Coronavirus pandemic. Of these funds, the City awarded
over $2 million, plus an additional $1.3 million in CDBG entitlement funds and program
income to the operations of a new emergency homeless shelter at 17631 Cameron
Lane. The shelter provides 147 beds for homeless residents who receive wrap around
services including health, employment, and other services to gradually move them
towards more stable housing. The shelter is operated by Mercy House.
Economic Opportunity
During 2015/16, City staff worked closely with two grassroots groups established in the
Oak View community, one of the most impacted areas of the City, and one in which
many resources have been concentrated in recent years. These efforts included
increased outreach to property owners and residents of the area and expansion of the
number of materials provided in Spanish. These efforts resulted in a bilingual Code
Enforcement officer being specifically hired to serve the Oak View community. Staff
has continued to connect the Fair Housing Foundation to the Oak View community,
and they are now non-voting partners of the Oak View Collaborative, which will give
them increased access to the clientele in need being served out of the Oak View Family
Resource Center.
The City continues to utilize CDBG funding for a literacy program at the Oak View
Library which enhances the skills of the Huntington Beach workforce.
While not funded with federal CDBG funds, the City in 2017, prepared a comprehensive
Economic Development Strategy. The purpose of the Strategy was to identify the
highest priority economic development objectives in Huntington Beach, and to set
goals, policies and recommended actions for short term (0-2 years), mid-term (3-5
years), and long-term economic decisions.
Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process
The City developed its 2021/22 Annual Action Plan through extensive consultation and
coordination with housing, social service providers; public agencies; and the local public
housing agency as presented below. As a means of gaining input from the public, the City
conducted public hearings and invited comments on the draft Action Plan.
The City followed its Citizen Participation Plan and HUD’s guidelines for citizen and community
involvement in preparation of the Action Plan to encourage citizen participation in the
preparation of the documents.
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A draft of the 2021/22 Annual Action Plan will be made available for public comment for the
minimum 30-day period (March 18 – April 19, 2021). A City Council public hearing will be held
on April 19, 2021, providing residents and interested parties a final opportunity to comment
on the Consolidated Plan prior to adoption and submittal to HUD.
Summary of public comments
See Huntington Beach Citizen Participation Comments in Appendix.
Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
The City of Huntington Beach responded to all relevant comments.
Summary
The Consolidated Plan identifies the top funding priorities over the next five years. These
priorities were established through a need’s assessment, housing market analysis, feedback
from public meetings, community surveys, and consultation with local stakeholders. Funding
these priorities supports HUD’s principal goals and objectives. These goals are meant to
provide availability, sustainability, and affordability for Huntington Beach citizens. Huntington
Beach’s top seven priorities and implementing goals for CDBG and HOME funded projects
include:
Households with housing problems
Sustain and Strengthen Neighborhoods
Preserve Existing and Create New Affordable Housing
Homelessness
Support efforts to address homelessness
Special Needs Populations
Support agencies that assist special needs populations
Priority Community Services
Increase access to community services to low and moderate income persons
Priority Community and Public Facilities
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Preserve existing and create new community and public facilities
Priority Infrastructure Improvements
Provide needed infrastructure improvements
Other Housing and Community Development Needs
Planning or housing and community development needs
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Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The Lead Agency for the 2021/22 Annual Action Plan is the City of Huntington Beach, Office of
Business Development.
Annual Action Plan Public Contact Information
Steve Holtz
Deputy Director of Community Development
City of Huntington Beach
Office of Business Development
2000 Main Street, 5th Floor
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Phone: (714) 374-1519
Email: steve.holtz@surfcity-hb.org
PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b)
Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those
responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source
The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and
those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source.
Agency Role
Lead Agency
CDBG Administrator
Name
HUNTINGTON BEACH
Ursula Luna-Reynosa,
Community Development
Director
Department/Agency
Office of Business Development
Community Development
Department / Office of Business
Development
HOME Administrator Ursula Luna-Reynosa,
Community Development
Director
Community Development
Department / Office of Business
Development
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AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health
and service agencies (91.215(I)).
The City developed its five-year (2020/21 – 2024/25) Consolidated Plan through consultation
with the Orange County Housing Authority; City departments; health and social service
providers; and adjacent local governments. As a means of gaining input from housing,
homeless and social service providers active in Huntington Beach, the City provided agencies
a brief survey requesting input on services provided, priority needs and gaps in services.
The City funds a Homeless Task Force made up of staff from the City’s Police Department, and
it consists of a homeless outreach coordinator, case managers, and Huntington Beach Police
Department Homeless Liaison Officers who coordinate services provided to the homeless.
The Coordinator oversees a collaborative comprised of local homeless service providers and
faith-based organizations who conduct monthly meetings with the purpose of synchronizing
efforts and sharing information to most effectively address the issue of homelessness in
Huntington Beach. It is the goal of the City to provide the homeless population with skilled
individuals who are able to navigate the County’s Coordinated Entry System. Additionally,
these individuals must have knowledge of broader housing opportunities, mental health and
addiction resources, medical resources, and job resources. In 2021/22, this team will include
one Homeless Outreach Coordinator and three (3) part-time Homeless Case Managers, all of
whom work with the Homeless Liaison Police Officers, to further increase the level of service
to the homeless population.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness
The City of Huntington Beach, through its Homeless Outreach Case Manager, participates in
the Orange County Continuum of Care, led and coordinated by 2-1-1 Orange County and the
OC Community Services. This public-nonprofit partnership helps ensure comprehensive and
regional coordination of efforts and resources to reduce the number of homeless and persons
at risk of homelessness throughout Orange County. This group serves as the regional
convener of the year-round CoC planning process and as a catalyst for the involvement of the
public and private agencies that make-up the regional homeless system of care.
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The Orange County Continuum of Care system consists of six basic components:
1. Advocacy on behalf of those who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless.
2. A system of outreach, assessment, and prevention for determining the needs and
conditions of an individual or family who is homeless.
3. Emergency shelters with appropriate supportive services to help ensure that
homeless individuals and families receive adequate emergency shelter and referrals.
4. Transitional housing to help homeless individuals and families who are not prepared
to make the transition to permanent housing and independent living.
5. Permanent housing, or permanent supportive housing, to help meet the long-term
needs of homeless individuals and families.
6. Reducing chronic homelessness in Orange County and addressing the needs of
homeless families and individuals using motels to meet their housing needs.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate
outcomes, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS
The City of Huntington Beach does not receive ESG funds, so this is not applicable.
Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and
describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other
entities
Agency/Group/
Organization
Agency/Group/
Organization Type
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
How was the Agency/ Group/
Organization consulted and what
are the anticipated outcomes of
the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
City of Huntington Beach
Other government
- Local
Housing Need Assessment
Homeless Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Non-Housing Community
Development Strategy
Anti-Poverty Strategy
Lead-based Paint Strategy
Citizen Participation Advisory
Board (CPAB) and Homeless
Collaborative meetings. City will
continue maintaining its strong
relationships with service
providers and local jurisdictions to
implement the 5-year strategy.
Huntington Beach City
Council
Civic Leaders
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Public hearings. City Council
members reflect the needs of
their constituents in the
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Agency/Group/
Organization
Agency/Group/
Organization Type
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
How was the Agency/ Group/
Organization consulted and what
are the anticipated outcomes of
the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Economic Development
Non-Housing Community
Development Strategy
Anti-Poverty Strategy
community, which have been
reflected in the needs and
priorities identified in the Plan.
Orange County Housing
Authority
PHA
Housing
Other government
– City
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Anti-Poverty Strategy
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
AIDS Services Foundation
of Orange County
Services - Health
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Alzheimer's Family Services
Center
Services - Health
Housing Needs Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Anti-Poverty Strategy
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Beach Cities Interfaith
Services (BCIS)
Services -
Homeless
Homeless Needs - Chronically
homeless
Homeless Needs - Families
with children
Homelessness Needs -
Veterans
Homelessness Needs -
Unaccompanied youth
Homelessness Strategy
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Build Futures Services -
Homeless
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special
Needs
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Children's Bureau
Services –
Children
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Collette's Children's Home
Services -
Homeless
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Community SeniorServ Services - Elderly
Persons
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
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Agency/Group/
Organization
Agency/Group/
Organization Type
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
How was the Agency/ Group/
Organization consulted and what
are the anticipated outcomes of
the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Market Analysis
Economic Development
CrossPoint Church
Services -
Homeless
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
CSP, Huntington Beach
Youth Shelter
Services -
Homeless
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Dayle McIntosh Center
Services - Persons
with Disabilities
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Family Literacy Program
Services - Literacy
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Huntington Beach Hospital
Services - Health
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Huntington Beach Police
Department
Services -
Homeless
Homeless Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Collaborative Meeting.
CPAB meeting.
Huntington Beach Senior
Services/Senior Outreach
Services - Elderly
Persons
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Project Self-Sufficiency
Services -
Homeless
Homeless Needs - Chronically
homeless
Homelessness Needs -
Veterans
Homelessness Strategy
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Regional Center of Orange
County
Services - Health
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
Society of St. Vincent de
Paul
Services -
Homeless
Homeless Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
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Agency/Group/
Organization
Agency/Group/
Organization Type
What section of the Plan was
addressed by Consultation?
How was the Agency/ Group/
Organization consulted and what
are the anticipated outcomes of
the consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
St. Vincent DePaul Society,
St. Mary's by the Sea
Services -
Homeless
Homeless Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Invitation to participate in the
survey, public input meeting, and
comment on the draft plan
U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban
Development
Government –
Federal
Housing Need Assessment
Non-Homeless Special
Needs Market Analysis
Economic Development
Non-Housing Community
Development Strategy
Anti-Poverty Strategy
The U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development has been
consulted regarding the COVID-19
outbreak.
Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
The City of Huntington Beach developed its Consolidated Plan through consultation with
housing, social and health service providers; local agencies/governments; and the Orange
County Housing Authority. The City is unaware of any Agency types relevant to the
Consolidated Plan that were not consulted.
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Table 3 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your
Strategic Plan overlap with
the goals of each plan?
Continuum of Care OC Partnership, 2-1-1 Orange
County and the OC Community
Services.
For the past several years,
leadership and coordination of
Orange County’s Continuum of
Care planning process has
been the shared responsibility
of OC Partnership, 2-1-1 Orange
County and the OC Community
Services. These organizations
use housing and demographic
data obtained through HMIS
and Homeless Counts to
determine needs and to
pinpoint gaps in housing and
services. This in turn helps to
pool and coordinate resources
with the County and cities to
develop coordinated homeless
access and assessment
centers. Huntington Beach
participates in building the
regional continuum of care to
address the homeless and
persons at risk of
homelessness.
Huntington Beach 2013-2021
Housing Element
City of Huntington Beach
Planning Division
The City recently updated its
Housing Element for the 2013-
2021 period. Key housing
policies and programs from
the Housing Element have
been reflected within the
Consolidated Plan.
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AP-12 Participation - 91.105, 91.200(c)
Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
The City of Huntington Beach has a Citizen Participation Plan to guide the City's citizen
participation process as it relates to its federal HOME and CDBG programs. All citizens are
encouraged to participate in the planning, development, and implementation of the
Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. The City holds advertised public hearings each year
to gather input on community needs as part of the development of the Plans and to advise on
the progress of existing subrecipients. In all cases, a Notice of Public Hearing is published at
least 15 days prior to the hearing to provide residents with adequate notice.
Housing and Community Development Needs Survey
In order to evaluate public opinion of specific housing and community development needs for
the 2020/21 – 2024/25 Consolidated Plan, the City utilized a Housing and Community
Development Needs Survey (in English and Spanish) in which the respondent was asked to
rank the level of need for a particular service, capital improvement, and public benefit. A total
of 417 responses were received and helped shape the outcome of the Plan’s Five-Year Goals
and Objectives.
Community Meetings
For development of the Consolidated Plan, the Citizen Participation Advisory Board (CPAB)
conducted a series of public hearings on community needs on October 3, 2019, November 7,
2019, December 5, 2019, and February 20, 2020 at Huntington Beach City Hall and at the Oak
View Branch Library. The comments received are summarized in the Consolidated Plan
Appendix.
Public Comment and Final Adoption
A draft FY 2020/21 – 2024/25 Consolidated Plan and draft FY 2020/21 Annual Action Plan was
made available for public comment for a 30-day period beginning on June 5, 2020 and
concluding on July 6, 2020. A public hearing was held on July 6, 2020 providing residents and
interested parties a final opportunity to comment on the Plans prior to adoption and submittal
to HUD.
FY 2021/22 Annual Action Plan Citizen Participation
The City of Huntington Beach has a citizen participation plan to guide the City's CDBG citizen
participation process. All of Huntington Beach’s citizens are encouraged to participate in the
planning, development, and implementation of the Annual Action Plan. Organizations
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receiving direct CDBG funding are in regular contact with City staff. Other organizations are
consulted as needed or have been present at various public hearings held by the City. Three
public hearings are held each year by the City to discuss issues related to the Consolidated
Plan as well as the Annual Action Plan. The first two hearings focus on the needs of the
community and development of the Annual Action Plan and provide citizens with an
opportunity to comment on the draft Annual Action Plan. The third public hearing focuses on
performance as they relate to housing, homelessness, hazards associated with lead-based
paint, accessibility, and community development needs, such as infrastructure and public
services. In all cases, a Notice of Public Hearing is published at least 15 days prior to the hearing
to provide residents with adequate notice.
A draft 2021/22 Annual Action Plan was available for public comment for a minimum 30-day
period (March 18 – April 19, 2021). City Council public hearings were held on January 21 and
April 19, 2021, providing residents and interested parties a final opportunity to comment on
the Annual Action Plan prior to adoption and submittal to HUD.
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Citizen
Participation
Outreach
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
Comments
received
Summary of
comments not
accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
Newspaper Ad Non-targeted/
broad
community
A newspaper
advertisement
was published
on January 21,
2021 inviting
citizens to
attend the
Needs and
Priorities
public hearings
on February 11
and February
25, 2021.
No comments
were received
as a response
to the public
notice
published on
January 21,
2021.
No comments
received.
N/A
Public Hearings Minorities
Non-English
Speaking -
Spanish
Persons with
disabilities
Residents of
Public and
Assisted
Housing
Non-targeted/
broad
community
Other - Service
providers and
faith-based
organizations
representing
seniors, youth,
homeless, fair
housing, code
enforcement,
infrastructure
improvements,
and housing.
The Citizen
Participation
Advisory Board
(CPAB), a
group of
appointed
Huntington
Beach citizens,
held public
hearings on
2/11/21 and
2/25/21 to
solicit input on
housing and
community
development
needs.
Agencies
requesting
CDBG funding
also were
invited to give
presentations
and answered
questions from
the Citizen
Participation
Advisory Board
(CPAB).
Huntington
Beach Citizen
Participation
Comments in
Appendix.
All comments
received were
accepted.
N/A
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Citizen
Participation
Outreach
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
Comments
received
Summary of
comments not
accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
Public Meeting Non-targeted/
broad
community
A joint CPAB
and City
Council study
session was
held on 3/15/21
to go over
CPAB funding
recommend-
ations.
See
Huntington
Beach Citizen
Participation
Comments in
Appendix.
All comments
received were
accepted.
N/A
Newspaper Ad Non-targeted/
broad
community
A newspaper
advertisement
was made
soliciting
public
comment on
the draft FY
2021/22 Annual
Action Plan
and to notify
the public of a
public hearing
to adopt the
Plans on
4/19/21. The
public notice
was published
on 3/18/21.
See
Huntington
Beach Citizen
Participation
Comments in
Appendix.
All comments
received were
accepted.
N/A
Public Hearing Non-targeted/
broad
community
The City
Council held a
public hearing
to adopt the
FY 2021/22
Annual Action
Plan on
4/19/21.
See
Huntington
Beach Citizen
Participation
Comments in
Appendix.
All comments
received were
accepted.
N/A
Table 4 - Citizen Participation Outreach
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EXPECTED RESOURCES
AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c) (1,2)
For fiscal year 2021/22, the City of Huntington Beach will receive a total of $1,238,214 in CDBG
entitlement funds. The City does not anticipate any prior year CDBG funds carried forward or
program income. The City does not have any income from float-funded activities or surplus
from urban renewal settlements, sale of real property, prior period adjustments, loans
outstanding or written off, CDBG acquired property available for sale, or lump sum drawdown
payments. Nor is the City funding any “urgent need activities.” CDBG funds will be used for
public services, public infrastructure improvements, housing services in support of eligible
HOME activities, a single-family rehabilitation program, code enforcement, CDBG
administration, and fair housing services.
The City will also receive a HOME entitlement allocation of $618,233. The City does not
anticipate any unallocated HOME carryover or program income in FY 2021/22. in The City will
use HOME funds for administration of the HOME program, tenant-based rental assistance,
and an affordable housing project.
In January 2019, SB-2 was implemented, which levies an additional tax on the sale of property.
These revenues are collected by the state and distributed to local jurisdictions to fund
affordable housing projects. With the adoption by the Huntingtin beach City Council and
certification by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD),
the City is now eligible to receive revenues from this funding source. The City of Huntington
Beach is slated to receive approximately $550,000 per year from this source which can be used
to leverage CDBG and HOME funds in the areas of affordable housing and homelessness.
The Huntington Beach Housing Authority also contributes approximately $220,000 annually
from the Supplemental Educational Revenue Augmentation Fund for a Homeless Police
Liaison Officer (SERAF) as part of the City’s Homeless Taskforce effort.
The City may also receive special allocations to CDBG and/or HOME as part of the $1.9 trillion
coronavirus relief legislation, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which is slated to provide
funding for emergency rental relief, development of affordable rental housing for homeless
or those at risk of homelessness, and homeowner foreclosure prevention. Details on grants
specifically to Huntington Beach are still unknown at this time.
The City will pursue competitive public and private grants for the development and
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preservation of programs, housing, and services and work to support legislation that
promotes funding for future affordable housing during the Consolidated Plan period.
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Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
Program
Source
of
Funds
Uses of Funds
Expected Amount Available Year 2 Expected
Amount
Available
Remainder
of ConPlan
$
Narrative
Description
Annual
Allocation:
$
Program
Income: $
Prior Year
Resources:
$
Total:
$
CDBG Public-
Federal
Acquisition,
Planning,
Economic
Development,
Housing, Public
Improvements,
Public Services
$1,238,214 $0 $0 $1,238,214 $3,702,642 Entitlement
funds
allocation
plus
estimated
program
income plus
prior-year
resources.
HOME Public-
Federal
Acquisition,
Homebuyer
assistance,
Homeowner
rehab,
Multifamily
rental new
construction,
Multifamily
rental rehab,
New
construction
for ownership,
TBRA
$618,233 $0 $0 $618,233 $1,854,699 Entitlement
allocation
plus
estimated
program
income and
prior-year
resources.
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local
funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied
Federal funds play a crucial role in implementing the Consolidated Plan. Local, private and non-
federal funds are usually insufficient to meet the heavy demand for housing and services in
our community. Agencies receiving CDBG and HOME funds use those funds as a commitment
to receiving other funding sources.
Likewise, the City also leverages other resources among the formula grant programs. For
example, the HOME program is matched by a variety of sources, including private and public
investment including the use of low-income housing tax credits. Other future sources of
matching funds include inclusionary housing in-lieu fees; residual receipts from loans of the
former Redevelopment Agency; and a State SERAF loan repayment of former Redevelopment
Low/Mod Housing Funds.
The City has also leveraged CDBG and CDBG-CV funds with local monies to fund the operations
of the Cameron Lane Navigation Center, a new emergency homeless shelter that was
constructed to provide a safe place for homeless persons to live during the COVID-19
pandemic.
HUD requires a 25% match on HOME funds drawn down for affordable housing. Historically,
the City has met the match requirement with the use of former Huntington Beach
redevelopment tax increment funds that were layered with HOME funds in developing
affordable housing. While redevelopment tax increment funds are no longer available for
future match requirements, the City has been utilizing a match surplus derived from prior
contributions by the former Huntington Beach Redevelopment Agency in developing
affordable housing developments. The City was required to utilize 20% of these funds to
develop low- and moderate- income housing. The City's match surplus is approximately
$2,741,888 as of September 30, 2019.
Due to the National Emergency concerning the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, HUD
has waived the City’s HOME Match requirement for all expenditures beginning October 1, 2019
and will continue to do so through September 30, 2021. The City received this waiver on April
24, 2020.
If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that
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may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
The City Council recently authorized acquisition of property located at 17631 Cameron Lane
that was recently developed as an emergency homeless shelter to help meet the needs of the
ever-growing homeless population, a priority need as described in the 2020/21-2024/25
Consolidated Plan.
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ANNUAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Sort
Order
Goal
Name
Start
Year
End
Year
Category
Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome
Indicator
1
Sustain and Strengthen
Neighborhoods
2021
2022
Affordable
Housing
Citywide
Households with
Housing
Problems
$80,000
(CDBG)
$120,000
(CDBG)
$65,000
(CDBG)
$231,557
(CDBG)
Homeowner Units
Rehabilitated –
6 Household Housing
Units
(Owner-Occupied SF,
Condo, and Mobile
Home Grant
Program)
Homeowner Units
Rehabilitated –
2 Household Housing
Units
(Owner-Occupied
Single-Family
Rehabilitation Loan
Program)
Homeowner Units
Rehabilitated –
8 Household Housing
Units
(Housing
Rehabilitation Loan
Administration)
Housing Code
Enforcement/
Foreclosed Property
Care –
600 Housing Units
(Special Code
Enforcement)
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2
Preserve Existing and Create
New Affordable Housing
2021
2022
Affordable
Housing
Citywide
Households with
Housing
Problems
$556,410
(HOME)
$105,000
(CDBG)
Tenant-Based Rental
Assistance
57 Households
(TBRA Program)
Other
57 Housing Units
(Housing Services for
TBRA)
3
Support Efforts to Address
Homelessness
2021
2022
Homeless
Citywide
Homelessness
$50,000
(CDBG)
$12,177
(CDBG)
Public service
activities other than
Low/Mod Income
Housing Benefit –
400 Persons Assisted
(Homeless Outreach
Program)
Public service
activities other than
Low/Mod Income
Housing Benefit –
30 Persons Assisted
(StandUp for Kids
Street Outreach
Program)
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4
Support Agencies that Assist
Special Needs Populations
2021
2022
Non-Homeless
Special Needs
Citywide
Priority Special
Needs
Populations
$34,555
(CDBG)
$9,000
(CDBG)
Public service
activities other than
Low/Mod Income
Housing Benefit –
165 Persons Assisted
(Senior Services Care
Management)
Public service
activities other than
Low/Mod Income
Housing Benefit –
145 Persons Assisted
(Oakview Literacy)
5
Increase Access to Community
Services to LMI Persons
2021
2022
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Citywide
Priority
Community
Services
$80,000
(CDBG)
Public service
activities other than
Low/Mod Income
Housing Benefit –
250 Persons Assisted
(Children’s Bureau)
6
Provide Needed Infrastructure
Improvements
2021
2022
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Low- and
Moderate-
Income Areas
Priority
Infrastructure
Improvements
$203,283
(CDBG)
Public Facility or
Infrastructure
Activities other than
Low/Mod Income
Housing Benefit –
2,118 Persons
Assisted
(ADA Curb Cuts in
Maintenance Zone 5)
7
Planning for Housing and
Community Development
2021
2022
Other:
Administration
Not
Applicable
Other Housing
and Community
Development
Needs
$61,823
(HOME)
$247,642
(CDBG)
Other –
Not Applicable
(HOME
Administration; CDBG
Administration; Fair
Housing Foundation)
Table 6 – Goals Summary
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Goal Descriptions
1 Goal Name Sustain and Strengthen Neighborhoods
Goal
Description
Using CDBG funds, the City will sustain and strengthen neighborhoods by
eliminating unsafe conditions and blight while improving the quality of life of
residents within the community. (Project: Owner-Occupied SF, Condo, and
Mobile Home Grant Program; Owner-Occupied Single-Family Rehabilitation
Loan Program; Housing Rehab Loan Administration; Special Code
Enforcement)
2 Goal Name Preserve Existing and Create New Affordable Housing
Goal
Description
To the extent possible, based upon the availability of funds and a project’s
viability, HOME funds will be used to assist affordable housing developers in
the acquisition, construction and/or rehabilitation of low-income rental
and/or owner housing units. HOME funds will also be used to fund tenant
based rental assistance efforts. (Projects: Tenant Based Rental Assistance;
Housing Services for Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program)
3 Goal Name Support Efforts to Address Homelessness
Goal
Description
Using CDBG funds, the City will provide assistance to homeless service
providers. (Projects: Homeless Outreach Program; StandUp for Kids Street
Outreach Program)
4 Goal Name Support Agencies that Assist Special Needs Populations
Goal
Description
Using CDBG public service funds, the City will provide assistance to various
social service agencies that provide community and public services to special
needs households in the City. (Projects: Senior Care Management; Oak View
Family Literacy Program)
5 Goal Name Increase Access to Community Services to LMI Persons
Goal
Description
Using CDBG public service funds, the City will provide assistance to various
social service agencies for programs for youth, anti-crime, and general public
services. (Projects: Children’s Bureau)
6 Goal Name Provide Needed Infrastructure Improvements
Goal
Description
Using CDBG funds, the City will provide financial assistance to improve public
infrastructure in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods or for low- and
moderate-income persons. (ADA Curb Cuts in Maintenance Zone 5 Project)
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7 Goal Name Planning for Housing and Community Development
Goal
Description
The City will conduct the following administration/planning activities: (1)
General Administration of CDBG and HOME Program, including preparation
of budget, applications, certifications and agreements, (2) Coordination of
CDBG-funded capital improvement projects, (3) Coordination of Public
Service Subrecipients, (4) Coordination of HOME-funded housing projects,
(5) Monitoring of CDBG and HOME projects/programs to ensure compliance
with federal regulations, (6) Preparation of Annual Action Plan, (7)
Preparation of the CAPER; and (8) Fair Housing Foundation counseling,
education and enforcement (CDBG funded). Up to 20% of the annual CDBG
entitlement and up to 10% of the HOME entitlement is allowed for
administration activities. (Projects: HOME Administration, CDBG
Administration, Fair Housing Foundation)
Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income families
to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.215(b)
As described in the Needs Assessment of the City’s Consolidated Plan, over 20% of all
Huntington Beach households experience a cost burden, which is defined as spending 30% or
more of household income on housing related costs. Therefore, in FY 2021/22, the City is
proposing to provide tenant based rental assistance to 57 homeless, senior, Veteran, and/or
family households. Of these households, 49 will be of extremely low and eight will be of very-
low income.
Further, in FY 2020/21, the City allocated $2,830,698 in HOME funds to the Huntington Beach
Senior Housing Project located at 18431 Beach Boulevard. The project will be developed with
the City’s local CHDO, Jamboree Housing Corporation, and will include a total of 43 one
bedroom/one bath units, and 1 two-bedroom/one bath (manager’s unit). With an investment
of $2.8 million in HOME, the City estimates that 17 units will be HOME-restricted. At project
completion, the City will meet 85% of its five-year goal to provide 20 new units to the City’s
affordable housing inventory.
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AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d)
PROJECTS
The City plans to undertake the following CDBG and HOME funded activities during Fiscal Year
2021/22 to address its priority housing and community development needs. All proposed
activities are eligible and meet program service targets. Additionally, the City of Huntington
Beach has not exceeded any of its maximum allocations for CDBG public services, CDBG
administration, or HOME administration. With a CDBG allocation of $1,238,214, the City of
Huntington Beach allocated $185,732 for public services, representing just under 15% of the
CDBG entitlement. This Annual Action Plan proposes to allocate the following to 2021/22 public
services: Homeless Outreach Program ($50,000); Senior Services Care Management
($34,555); Children’s Bureau ($80,000); StandUp for Kids Street Outreach ($12,177); and
Oakview Family Literacy Program ($9,000). CDBG regulations also permit a maximum
allocation of 20% of the annual entitlement, or $247,642, for CDBG administration activities.
The City has allocated $217,642 for CDBG Administration and $30,000 to the Fair Housing
Foundation, for a total of $247,642, the maximum allowed. Lastly, a maximum of 10% of the
annual HOME entitlement, $61,823, was allocated to HOME Program Administration in FY
2021/22.
Consistent with the City’s Citizen Participation Plan for 2020/21-2024/25, the Annual Action
Plan may contain a list of “back-up” projects to be activated during the given program year
due to one or more of the following circumstances:
Additional funding becomes available during the program year from the close out of
current projects that were completed under budget.
More program income becomes available than originally estimated and budgeted in
the Annual Action Plan.
If, during the development of the Annual Action Plan, the City of Huntington Beach
has not definitively decided which public facility or infrastructure improvement
project to fund, the City may opt to categorize each option as a “back-up” project until
further project and budget planning is performed. Initiation and funding of one or
more of the “back-up” projects would not constitute a substantial amendment as
defined in the Citizen Participation Plan. Preferential consideration will be given to
those projects that demonstrate the ability to spend CDBG funds in a timely manner,
consistent with the City’s goal to meet CDBG timeliness rules, as well as those projects
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that meet the needs of the community as defined in the Consolidated Plan.
Projects
# Project Name
1 Owner-Occupied SF, Condo, and Mobile Home Grant Program
2 Owner-Occupied Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Program
3 Housing Rehabilitation Program Administration
4 Special Code Enforcement
5 Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program
6 Housing Services for Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program
7 Homeless Outreach Program
8 StandUp for Kids Street Outreach Program
9 Senior Services – Care Management
10 Oak View Family Literacy Program
11 Oak View Community Center – Children’s Bureau
12 ADA Curb Cuts in Maintenance Zone 5
13 HOME Administration
14 CDBG Administration
15 Fair Housing Foundation
Table 8 - Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs
The Housing and Homeless Needs Assessment of the Consolidated Plan discusses housing
need by income category. Income levels identified are 1) extremely low-income; 2) very low-
income, and; 3) low- and moderate-income households. Based on HUD recommendations,
general relative priorities for funding will be as follows:
HIGH PRIORITY: Activities to address this need will be funded during the five-year period.
MEDIUM PRIORITY: If funds are available, activities to address this need may be funded by
the City during the five-year period. The City may also use other sources of funds and take
actions to locate other sources of funds.
LOW PRIORITY: It is not likely the City will fund activities to address this need during the five-
year period.
The highest priority has been assigned to the needs of the lowest income residents, based on
the assumption that in this high cost real estate market, they are at greater risk of
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displacement, homelessness or other serious housing situations due to limited financial
resources and other limitations they may face.
The Consolidated Plan identifies several obstacles in meeting underserved needs, including
the high and sustained demand for public services, as well as the shortage of funding to
address the community's needs.
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AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1 Project Name Owner-Occupied SF, Condo, and Mobile Home
Grant Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Sustain and Strengthen Neighborhoods
Needs Addressed Households with Housing Problems
Funding CDBG: $80,000
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.202 - Housing/Rehab:
Single Unit Residential
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) -
Low Mod Housing Benefit
The City offers a one-time grant not to exceed
$10,000 to low-income homeowners for deferred
maintenance and health and safety-related
household repairs. Deferred maintenance can
include paint, siding replacement, window and
door replacement, roof repair, or removal of any
condition of blight. Household repairs may include
restoration or replacement of inoperable or
severely deteriorated plumbing, heating, and
electrical systems, structural and appliance
replacement. The City proposes to fund 6 grants in
FY 2021/22.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
6 housing units
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Same as description.
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2 Project Name Owner-Occupied Single-Family Rehabilitation
Loan Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Sustain and Strengthen Neighborhoods
Needs Addressed Households with Housing Problems
Funding CDBG: $120,000
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.202 - Housing/Rehab:
Single Unit Residential
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) -
Low Mod Housing Benefit
Funded with CDBG Revolving Loan Funds, the
Single-Family Rehabilitation Loan Program offers
low-income homeowners up to $75,000 in deferred
payment loans. Individual loans may be increased
by up to $10,000 if deemed necessary to meet HUD
HQS requirements and rehabilitation standards and
would require the approval by the Director of
Economic Development. Payment of the principal
and accrued interest is deferred until the property
is sold, transferred, or refinanced. In FY 2021/22, the
City proposes to fund two loans.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
2 housing units
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Same as description.
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3 Project Name Housing Rehab Program Administration
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Sustain and Strengthen Neighborhoods
Needs Addressed Households with Housing Problems
Funding CDBG: $65,000
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.202 (b)(9) – Rehab
Administration
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(3)
– Housing Activities
The City of Huntington Beach Housing
Rehabilitation Grant and Loan Programs provide
emergency grants and low interest loans to low
and very low-income families who need repairs to
their homes. The City is requesting a grant in the
amount of $65,000 to pay for operational costs
associated with the City’s two Rehabilitation
Programs, which has been administered by the
Office of Business Development since the early
1970’s.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that
will benefit from the proposed activities
8 housing units
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Same as description.
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4 Project Name Special Code Enforcement
Target Area Low- and Moderate-Income Areas
Goals Supported Sustain and Strengthen Neighborhoods
Needs Addressed Households with Housing Problems
Funding CDBG: $231,557
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.202 (c) - Code
Enforcement
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(1) -
Low Mod Area Benefit
Funding will be used to support two (2) full-time
Code Enforcement Officers (CEO) for all the CDBG
districts and the replacement of one (1) aging Code
Enforcement vehicle used for CDBG Officers in the
fleet. As the City ages, certain areas within the City
of Huntington Beach need ongoing, proactive
property maintenance inspections by code
enforcement to maintain a safe, habitable living
environment. Thus, with continued code
enforcement efforts and education, the quality of
life and housing standards are maintained. The
Code Enforcement Program benefits the
community overall by working to upgrade the
housing stock within deteriorating/ deteriorated
areas.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that
will benefit from the proposed activities
600 housing units
Location Description Low- and Moderate-Income Areas
Planned Activities Same as description.
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5 Project Name Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Preserve Existing and Create New Affordable
Housing
Needs Addressed Households with Housing Problems
Funding HOME: $556,410
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 92.205(a)(1) – Tenant
Based Rental Assistance
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) -
Low Mod Housing Benefit
The City will continue administering a Tenant Based
Rental Assistance Program with a goal of assisting
57 households with short and medium-term rental
assistance as well as housing relocation and
stabilization services.
Target Date 06/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
57 households
Location Description Citywide.
Planned Activities Same as description.
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6 Project Name Housing Services for Tenant Based Rental
Assistance (TBRA) Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Preserve Existing and Create New Affordable
Housing
Needs Addressed Households with Housing Problems
Funding CDBG: 105,000
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.201 (k) – Housing
Services
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) -
Low Mod Housing Benefit
The City will allocate $105,000 in CDBG funds to be
used to pay costs in support of activities eligible for
funding under the HOME program. This activity will
fund services such as housing counseling in
connection with tenant-based rental assistance,
inspections, tenant selection, and management of
the Huntington Beach Tenant Based Rental
Assistance Program.
Target Date 06/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
57 households
Location Description Citywide.
Planned Activities Same as description.
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7 Project Name Homeless Outreach Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Support Efforts to Address Homelessness
Needs Addressed Homelessness
Funding CDBG: $50,000
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.201 (c) - Operating
Costs of Homeless/AIDS Patients Programs
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(2) -
Low/Mod Limited Clientele Benefit
The homeless experience a broad range of issues,
often involving mental illness, addiction, evictions,
poor credit, unemployment, under-education, and
lack of skills. The goal of the City is to provide its
homeless with skilled individuals who are able to
navigate the County's Coordinated E ntry System.
In addition, these individuals must have knowledge
of broader housing opportunities, mental health
and addiction resources, medical resources, and
job resources. The project will continue to include
the part-time Homeless Outreach Coordinator who
oversees these efforts, as well as 3 part-time Case
Managers, all of whom work in conjunction with 2
full-time Police Officers. These 6 individuals are
strictly dedicated to homeless outreach and
enforcement issues and comprise the City's
Homeless Task Force. This is the only group within
the City of Huntington Beach that represents all
demographics at Orange County's Coordinated
Entry meetings.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that
will benefit from the proposed activities
400 persons (homeless)
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Same as description.
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8 Project Name StandUp for Kids Street Outreach Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Support Efforts to Address Homelessness
Needs Addressed Homelessness
Funding CDBG: $12,177
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.201 (c) - Operating
Costs of Homeless/AIDS Patients Programs
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(2) -
Low/Mod Limited Clientele Benefit
StandUp for Kids Street Outreach provides wrap-
around support aimed at moving youth facing
homelessness into safe and stable housing. Due to
the pandemic, StandUp for Kids has pivoted to
mostly virtual support and has used word-of-
mouth, partner referrals and social media to
connect with youth in need. Youth are assessed for
their immediate needs and provided with food,
clothing, hygiene products, and transitional
housing as needed. Youth are then linked with a
volunteer mentor who assists the youth to create a
pathway to self-sufficiency and to obtain safe and
stable housing. This pathway can include
assistance, job search and resume strategies,
household and budget management, and home-
finding assistance. Mentoring normally continues
for 6 months, and sometimes much longer.
Huntington Beach citizens will benefit through
creating new self-supporting, contributing
members of their communities.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that
will benefit from the proposed activities
30 persons (homeless)
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Same as description.
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9 Project Name Senior Services Care Management
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Support Agencies that Assist Special Needs
Populations
Needs Addressed Priority Special Needs Populations
Funding CDBG: $34,555
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.201(e) - Public
Services/Senior Services
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2) -
Low Mod Limited Clientele Benefit
Senior Center Care Management (CM) assists 400+
at-risk older adults in HB through calls, office &
home visits yearly. CM consults with families &
caregivers in addition to working with services
providers to help address unmet needs of older HB
adults. CM promotes safe aging in place while
helping maintain or improve quality of life. Services
focus on nutrition, home safety, mobility, social
support & emotional wellbeing. Direct services
include assessment, care planning, education,
advocacy, benefits review, home delivered meals
assessment & coordination, minor home repairs,
emergency & supplemental nutrition, friendly
visitors & callers, information & referrals on aging
issues. CDBG historically funds two half-time
positions which account for services to
approximately 165 unduplicated older adult
residents.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
165 persons (seniors)
Location Description The Senior Services Care Management Program is
located at 18041 Goldenwest Street, Huntington
Beach; however, the service is available to elderly
persons citywide.
Planned Activities Same as description.
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10 Project Name Oakview Family Literacy Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Support Agencies that Assist Special Needs
Populations
Needs Addressed Priority Special Needs Populations
Funding CDBG: $9,000
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.201(e) - Public
Services/Other Public Services
National Objective: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2) - Low Mod
Limited Clientele Benefit
CDBG funds will be used to operate the Family
Literacy Program which provides one-to-one and
small group tutoring so that low-income adults in
Huntington Beach can improve their ability to
understand, speak, read, and write in English.
Increased English literacy skills give adults
improved ability to function on the job and in the
community and help their children succeed in
school. Basic computer workshops increase
computer literacy necessary for adults to function
in the 21st century. Having a literate citizenry makes
a safer and more successful community for all.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
145 persons
Location Description Citywide
Planned Activities Same as description.
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11 Project Name Children’s Bureau
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Increase Access to Community Services for LMI
Persons
Needs Addressed Priority Community Services
Funding CDBG: $80,000
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.201(e) - Public
Services/Youth Services
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2) -
Low Mod Limited Clientele Benefit
This request for funds is for the Oak View Family
Resource Center (FRC), located in the Oak View
enhancement area. In this area, many of the
families are linguistically isolated which creates a
need for specialized services. This is the only area in
Huntington Beach that is identified as a Minority
High Concentration area. Specifically, these
Community Development Block Grant funds will be
used to provide the after school drop-in recreation
program at the FRC. Per a non-exclusive license
agreement with the City of HB, the Children's
Bureau is responsible to provide after school
recreation in a safe environment, promoting
healthy activity, social interaction, and FUN as an
alternative to unsupervised, unstructured, high-risk
activity. If funding is awarded to the FRC, it will be
used to pay for staffing for the after-school
recreation program, as well as for related costs for
supplies, equipment and services.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
250 persons (youth)
Location Description Oakview Enhancement Area
Planned Activities See description.
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12 Project Name ADA Curb Cuts in Maintenance Zone 5
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Provide Needed Infrastructure Improvements
Needs Addressed Priority Infrastructure Improvements
Funding CDBG: $203,283
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.201(c) - Public
Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements/Other
National Objective Citation: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2) -
Low Mod Limited Clientele Benefit
Residents and visitors with disabilities utilize ADA
ramps to access street intersections when
traveling on city sidewalks. CDBG funds will be
used to construct approximately 25 new curb
ramps and modify approximately 325 existing
outdated ramps, at various locations in the City
within Maintenance Zone 5, which has been
evaluated for specific pavement and concrete
improvements.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
2,118 persons
Location Description Maintenance Zone 5 is located in the following
census tracts: 993.05, 993.06, 993.07, 993.08,
993.09, 993.10, and 993.11.
Planned Activities Same as description.
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13 Project Name HOME Program Administration
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Planning for Housing and Community
Development
Needs Addressed Other Housing and Community Development
Needs
Funding HOME: $61,823
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 92.207(a) - General
Management, Oversight and Coordination National
Objective Citation: Not Applicable
The City of Huntington Beach Office of Business
Development is responsible for administering the
HOME program. Up to 10 percent of the HOME
allocation will be used to provide for staffing and
other program administration costs associated
with the HOME program, including planning,
reporting, monitoring, and IDIS setup and
maintenance.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
Not applicable.
Location Description Not applicable.
Planned Activities Same as description.
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14 Project Name CDBG Program Administration
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Planning for Housing and Community
Development
Needs Addressed Other Housing and Community Development
Needs
Funding CDBG: $217,642
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.206(a) -
Administration and Planning/General Program
Administration
National Objective Citation: Not Applicable
The City will conduct the following
administration/planning activities: (1) General
Administration of CDBG Program, including
preparation of budget, applications, certifications
and agreements; (2) Coordination of CDBG-funded
capital improvement projects; (3) Coordination of
Public Service Subrecipients, (4) Coordination of
HOME-funded housing projects; (5) Monitoring of
CDBG projects/programs to ensure compliance
with federal regulations; (6) Preparation of the
Annual Action Plan; (7) Preparation of the CAPER;
and (8) Fair Housing Foundation counseling,
education and enforcement. Up to 20% of the
annual CDBG entitlement is allowed for
administration activities.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
Not applicable.
Location Description Not applicable.
Planned Activities Same as description.
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15 Project Name Fair Housing Foundation
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Planning for Housing and Community
Development
Needs Addressed Other Housing and Community Development
Needs
Funding CDBG: $30,000
Description Eligibility Citation: 24 CFR 570.206(c) -
Administration and Planning/Fair Housing
Activities
National Objective Citation: Not Applicable
The Fair Housing Foundation (FHF) offers a
comprehensive Fair Housing Program that meets
the HUD CDBG requirement to affirmatively
further fair housing and includes the following
services: 1) discrimination complaint counseling,
intake, investigations, and resolutions; 2)
education and outreach services; 3) general
housing (tenant/landlord) counseling,
mediations, assistance, resolution, and referrals;
and 4) affirmatively further fair housing activities
to address the Analysis of Impediments to Fair
Housing Choice.
Target Date 6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families that will
benefit from the proposed activities
Not applicable.
Location Description Citywide.
Planned Activities Same as description.
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
Huntington Beach is an urbanized coastal community located in northwestern Orange County,
California. Much of the City’s residentially designated land has already been developed.
Future residential development rests primarily upon the recycling of existing parcels and infill
development. Surrounding Huntington Beach are the cities of Seal Beach to the northwest,
Westminster to the northeast, Fountain Valley and Costa Mesa to the east, Newport Beach to
the southeast, and the Pacific Ocean to the southwest.
The City utilizes CDBG and HOME funds for projects and programs operated citywide.
However, the majority of CDBG-funded infrastructure and facility projects are targeted to the
most-needy neighborhoods: those census tracts where 51% or more of the residents are low-
or moderate-income.
Specifically, for Code Enforcement, after establishing the general definition for purposes of
code enforcement, the City conducted a visual (windshield) survey of CDBG eligible areas for
properties, businesses, parkways, alleys, and structures that met the definition. Based on the
visual (windshield) survey, the City determined that low- and moderate-income areas within
the area bound by Bolsa Chica Street to the west, Bolsa Avenue to the north, Brookhurst
Street to the east, and Atlanta Avenue to the south contained the most properties with
deterioration. In some cases, some structures had multiple violations per parcel. This target
area is known as the “Special Code Enforcement Target Area.” Inclusive of the following
census tracts, the Special Code Enforcement Target Area is comprised of 46,650 persons,
32,395, or 69.44%, of which are of low-moderate income.
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SPECIAL CODE ENFORCEMENT TARGET AREA
TOTAL POPULATION V. LOW AND MODERATE-INCOME POPULATION
2011-2015 HUD LOW MOD INCOME SUMMARY DATA
Effective April 1, 2019
Census Tract
0992121
0992123
0992124
0992144
0992352
0992353
0992422
0992442
0992463
0993051
0993053
0993055
0993056
0993061
0993093
0993103
0994021
0994022
0994023
0994024
0994053
0994103
0994112
0994113
0994114
0994121
0994134
0996031
TOTAL
Total Persons
1,255
1,495
1,180
765
715
2,190
1,930
1,645
815
1,710
2,020
1,080
1,025
1,485
1,775
1,170
2,755
2,720
575
3,375
1,755
2,605
2,180
1,300
880
1,810
1,360
3,080
46,650
Total LMI Persons
810
1,030
655
425
515
1,245
1,185
1,145
490
1,450
1,330
935
560
760
915
690
2,300
2,235
330
3,150
1,070
1,935
1,890
855
655
980
1,240
1,615
32,395
Percentage
64.54%
68.90%
55.51%
55.56%
72.03%
56.85%
61.40%
69.60%
60.12%
84.80%
65.84%
86.57%
54.63%
51.18%
51.55%
58.97%
83.48%
82.17%
57.39%
93.33%
60.97%
74.28%
86.70%
65.77%
74.43%
54.14%
91.18%
52.44%
69.44%
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Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Low/Mod Income Areas 0%
Special Code Enforcement Target Areas 13%
Citywide 87%
Table 10 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
All public service programs, ADA improvement projects, and housing activities funded with
CDBG or HOME will be available citywide to eligible persons. The City will also allocate CDBG
funds for special code enforcement and preservation activities in the Special Code
Enforcement Target Area that has been identified as deteriorated based on the observance
of violations of the Uniform Housing Code. This area is bound by Bolsa Chica Street to the
west, Bolsa Avenue to the north, Brookhurst Street to the east, and Atlanta Avenue to the
south. Public facility and public infrastructure projects will be targeted to neighborhoods
where 51% or more of residents are low and moderate income, unless they serve a specific
limited clientele in which case they may be located anywhere in the city.
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING
AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g)
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless 0
Non-Homeless 0
Special-Needs 0
Total 0
Table 11 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Rental Assistance 0
The Production of New Units 0
Rehab of Existing Units 0
Acquisition of Existing Units 0
Total 0
Table 12 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
The City is not proposing to fund any new housing development projects that meet the
definition of “affordable housing” at 24 CF 92.252 and 92.254 in FY 2021/22; however, in FY
2020/21, the City invested approximately $2.8 million in HOME funds to provide gap financing
in the development of a senior housing project. The City, in partnership with its local CHDO,
Jamboree Housing Corporation, is underway to develop a 43-unit senior housing
development at 18431 Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach. Each of the 43 units will have one
bedroom and one bath. With an investment of $2.8 million, 17 units will be HOME restricted.
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AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h)
The City of Huntington Beach does not have any public housing developments. However,
Huntington Beach is one of a number of cities that benefits from the services of the Orange
County Housing Authority (OCHA), which is currently manages Housing Choice Vouchers for
residential units within Huntington Beach. The OCHA waiting list is currently closed.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
Not applicable.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and
participate in homeownership
Not applicable.
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will
be provided or other assistance
Not applicable.
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AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i)
Throughout the country and the Los Angeles and Orange County region, homelessness has
become an increasing challenge. Factors contributing to the rise in homelessness include a
lack of housing affordable to low- and moderate-income persons, increases in people living
below poverty levels, reductions in subsidies to the poor, drug/alcohol abuse, and de-
institutionalization of the mentally ill. In March 2015, the City Council authorized formation
of a Homeless Task Force Subcommittee to coordinate homeless and housing efforts and
provide City support and guidance regarding services. The Task Force is keeping the City
Council apprised of issues and services and makes recommendations as needed. In addition,
the Office of Business Development and the Huntington Beach Police Department utilize
CDBG public service funds for several part-time Homeless Case Mangers to serve as the City's
point persons for homeless issues. Funding will continue in 2021/22.
At the county level, Orange County undertakes an effort to enumerate all of the sheltered and
unsheltered homeless people within the county in a given twenty‐four-hour period. This
effort, known as the Homeless Point‐in‐Time (PIT) Count, is congressionally mandated for all
communities that receive U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
funding for homeless programs and takes place once every two years. The most recent PIT in
Orange County was held on a single night in January 2019 with the assistance of many
homeless service providers. The January 2021 PIT was postponed due to safety concerns
during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Orange County January 2019 PIT count enumerated 6,860 homeless individuals in Orange
County, reflecting an over 40% increase from the 2017 tally of 4,792 homeless people.
However, Orange County officials said it would be misleading to make a direct comparison to
prior years due to the change in methodology and more thorough accounting of homeless.
Among the 6,860 homeless counted, 2,899 (42%) were in some kind of emergency or
transitional shelter. This reflects an increase of 691 sheltered homeless from 2017, or 31%.
In Huntington Beach specifically, there were 349 total persons counted, with 289
unsheltered, and 60 that were sheltered.
Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness
including
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their
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individual needs
Beginning in 2015, the City assigned a full-time officer dedicated to homeless issues and has
continued to allocate resources as the number of homeless continues to grow. The City's
efforts have grown to include a Homeless Task Force (with two full-time officers, 1 program
coordinator and up to 4 case managers) and the construction of the Cameron Lane Navigation
Center to provide shelter for 174 eligible homeless individuals with ties to Huntington Beach.
This multi-pronged approach is accomplished in a variety of ways such as weekly outreach to
engage homeless individuals and determine their needs, reuniting individuals with family
members, working within the County's Coordinated Entry System to match individuals and
families with housing opportunities, assisting in eviction prevention, maintaining walk-in
office hours at the South Police Substation, as well as working cooperatively with local schools
to assist children who are homeless or housing insecure. Since 2015, officers and case
managers have helped hundreds of individuals transition off the streets (with many being
reunified with family).
Also, in FY 2021/22, City will provide funding to the StandUp for Kids Street Outreach Program
where volunteer staff scout streets of Huntington Beach searching for youth who are
currently unsheltered or unstably housed. StandUp for Kids serves teens and youth (ages 12 -
24) who are homeless, at-risk, aging-out of foster care, or runaways to equip them with the
tools they need to transition from life on the street to a life of stability and opportunity. The
Street Outreach program provides basic services (food, clothing, hygiene items, and survival
kits) as well as medical assistance and compassionate mentoring.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
In FY 2019/20, the City Council approved purchase of property located at 17631 Cameron Lane
using non-federal funds. Via two substantial amendments to the FY 2019/20 Annual Action
Plan, and one substantial amendment to the FY 2020/21 Annual Action Plan, the City Council
allocated a total of $3,167,604 in federal CDBG and CARES Act funds to help offset costs
associated operating the homeless facility. The need for such a facility has increased in recent
months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Navigation Center is operated by Mercy House, a
non-profit organization that provides wrap around services on-site to help persons
experiencing homelessness “navigate” eligible social services, medical services and benefits
to stabilize them with the ultimate goal of transitioning them to more permanent housing.
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families
with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to
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permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that
individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless
individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families
who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again
In an ongoing effort to continue to address the needs of the homeless and those at risk of
homelessness, the City will focus on the development of sustainable and effective
programming, including: applying for short and long-term available funding; partnerships with
experienced service providers capable of leveraging other funding; the ability to create or
secure affordable housing; perform homeless case management; and engage the homeless
through a street outreach component in order to better connect them to available services.
The City’s goal is to expand on current homeless programs and activities to assist with their
successful transition toward self-sufficiency.
In FY 2021/22, the City will continue its dedication to assisting families in Huntington Beach
with much needed rental assistance to prevent homelessness. Over $550,000 in HOME funds
will be allocated to the Huntington Beach Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program to help
house 57 extremely low and very-low income homeless, senior, Veteran, and family
households.
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely
low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly
funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health
facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions);
or, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social
services, employment, education, or youth needs.
To help prevent homelessness and protect at-risk populations, Huntington Beach will
continue to participate in the Orange County Continuum of Care System to provide assistance
to persons at risk of becoming homeless. In addition, the City continues to pursue
opportunities to expand its affordable housing inventory to benefit primarily low-income
renters.
The City does not receive Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) or Housing Opportunities for
Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) funding and therefore is not required to develop a discharge
coordination policy. However, the City will continue to address a discharge coordination policy
with the Orange County Housing Authority and the Continuum of Care Homeless Issues Task
Force.
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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j)
Huntington Beach has a strong history of supporting affordable housing. The City has adopted
numerous provisions in its Zoning Ordinance that facilitate a range of residential
development types and encourage affordable housing. In addition, the City and its former
Redevelopment Agency have provided direct financial assistance to support affordable and
mixed income housing projects. The loss of Redevelopment Housing Funds, which previously
generated approximately $3 million per year for housing activities, will dampen the level of
future affordable housing production in the City.
In addition to funding constraints, the primary barrier to the provision of affordable housing
in Huntington Beach is the lack of vacant land suitable for residential development. Separate
owners of smaller parcels hold much of the underdeveloped and residentially zoned land in
the City. This calls for alternative policy tools such as lot consolidation and/or demolition of
existing older structures to accommodate higher density infill development. Through
adoption of the Amended Downtown and Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plans, and the
City’s Amended Housing Element, the City has provided opportunities for high density mixed
use and residential infill.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve
as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning
ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the
return on residential investment
Through the administration of the CDBG and HOME programs, every effort is made to remove
barriers to affordable housing through agreements with for-profit and non-profit affordable
housing developers. These efforts also include working with neighborhood residents to
ensure affordable housing projects are acceptable. Ongoing monitoring of “for sale”
affordable units is conducted by department staff by assuring that the affordable housing
covenants are recorded on title when the unit is sold. To address the decline in sources of
housing funds, the City will continue to advocate for and pursue federal, state, local and
private funding sources for affordable housing.
Additionally, as part of the City’s February 2020 Amended Housing Element update, the City
must assess and to the extent feasible, mitigate, its governmental constraints to housing for
lower and moderate-income households and persons with disabilities. The Housing Element
addresses the City’s provisions for affordable housing, emergency shelters, transitional
housing, and supportive housing. The following programs in the City's February 2020
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Amended Housing Element specifically address the variety of regulatory and financial tools
used by the City to remove barriers and facilitate the provision of affordable housing:
Program 2. Multi-family Acquisition/Rehabilitation through Non-Profit Developers
Objective: While the acquisition/rehabilitation program will continue to be a part of the
City’s affordable housing program, the City intends to direct the majority of its housing
funds towards new construction of affordable housing (refer to Program #11). The City’s
goal will be to assist in the acquisition/rehabilitation of 20-40 units over the planning
period.
Program 7. Residential and Mixed-Use Sites Inventory
Objective: Maintain a current inventory of vacant and underutilized residential and
mixed-use sites and provide to interested developers in conjunction with information on
available development incentives. To the extent that there are high density residential
sites identified as accommodating the City's RHNA that ultimately develop with a use
other than high density residential development, the City will ensure that it maintains
adequate inventory to accommodate the RHNA, including by rezoning as necessary.
Program 8. Beach and Edinger Corridors Specific Plan
Objective: The City will undertake the following actions to implement the adequate sites
program concurrently with the adoption of the Housing Element Amendment: 1) Draft
text amendments to the BECSP to: a) establish a new Affordable Housing Overlay and
revise parking standards and Site Plan review process and b) allow capacity for
development of the entire 413-unit lower income RHNA shortfall within the Overlay; 2)
Conduct any necessary environmental review on the BECSP amendments including the
sites selected for the Affordable Housing Overlay; 3) Conduct public hearings on the
BECSP amendment and adopt the amended BECSP with the selected sites within the
Affordable Housing Overlay to offset the RHNA shortfall. 4) Begin a comprehensive
review of the BECSP and revise the BECSP to provide for growth aligned with economic
objectives and infrastructure capacities.5) Monitor sites within the Overlay to ensure that
site capacity can accommodate the remaining lower income RHNA throughout the
planning period.
Program 9. Accessory Dwelling Units
Objective: Facilitate the provision of accessory dwelling units for seniors, caregivers,
and other lower income households through dissemination of the City’s educational
brochure on accessory dwelling units and conduct focused education to the senior
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citizen community through the Huntington Beach Council on Aging, Rodgers Seniors’
Center, and the Seniors Outreach Center.
Program 10. Inclusionary Program and Housing Trust Fund
Objective: Continue to utilize the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance as a tool to integrate
affordable housing within market rate developments, or alternatively, to generate fees
in support of affordable housing in off-site locations. Establish an in-lieu fee amount for
projects with between 10–30 units. Re-evaluate the Ordinance consistent with case law
and to reflect market conditions and adopt an amendment to the Ordinance in the first
half of 2020. Since the City has already addressed its moderate income RHNA allocation,
the City will implement a City-wide policy to require at least half of on-site inclusionary
units to be provided at levels affordable to lower income households.
Program 11. Affordable Housing Development Assistance
Objective: Continue to provide regulatory and financial assistance for the development
of affordable and mixed income housing. Provide information on incentives during
individual dealings with development applicants.
Program 13. Affordable Housing Density Bonus
Objective: Continue to implement the Affordable Housing Density Bonus as a means of
enhancing the economic feasibility of affordable housing development.
Program 14. Development Fee Assistance
Objective: Continue to offer fee reductions for affordable housing. As part of the update
to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance the City is currently working on, update the Code
to specify the waiver of 100% of application fees for projects with a minimum 10%
Extremely Low-Income units.
Program 15. Residential Processing Procedures
Objective: By 2021, adopt streamlined review procedures for multi-family development
on a Citywide basis.
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AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k)
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
The City of Huntington Beach has identified long-range strategies, activities and funding
sources to implement the goals in the areas of housing and community development services
for the benefit of the residents.
The City will continue to seek other resources and funding sources to address the
biggest obstacle to meeting the community's underserved needs, which is the lack of
funding and/or inadequate funding.
The City will look for innovative and creative ways to make its delivery systems more
comprehensive and will continue existing partnerships with both for-profit and not-
for-profit organizations.
The City will use HOME and CDBG funds to concentrate on both affordable rental
housing, tenant-based rental housing, and homeowner rehabilitation programs.
The City is currently addressing certain housing needs with federal funds such as
availability, condition, and fair housing practices to prevent homelessness.
The City is also addressing community development needs with federal funds such as
infrastructure, improving public facilities and code enforcement.
The City is working with surrounding jurisdictions on a regional approach to meeting
the underserved needs.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City’s Consolidated Plan has identified the preservation of existing, and the creation of
new, affordable housing as an implementing goal during the 2020/21 – 2024/25 timeframe.
The City will continue to offer funding to tenant based rental assistance programs in
Huntington Beach. In FY 2020/21, nearly $650,000 in HOME funding was allocated to assist 55
households over a two-year period. In FY 2021/22, the City will contribute another $550,000 to
tenant based rental assistance, bringing the total investment to this program to $1.2 million.
The City also awarded $2.8 million in HOME funding to the development of a new affordable
senior housing project. The City has partnered with a local community housing development
organization, or CHDO, Jamboree Housing Corporation to develop 43 units of senior housing
at 18431 Beach Boulevard. Of the 43 units, 17 will be HOME-restricted. The project is currently
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underway.
Finally, the City is also proposing to use $265,000 in CDBG to fund two residential
rehabilitation programs. Both programs will be available to Huntington Beach homeowners.
The first program offers a grant of up to $10,000 to eligible homeowners to make health and
safety or code violation repairs. The second program offers a loan of up to $75,000 for larger
home improvements. Collectively, the City is proposing to assist 10 households with housing
rehabilitation assistance.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
As a means of better protecting children and families against lead poisoning, in 1999 HUD
instituted revised lead-based paint regulations focused around the following five activities:
Notification
Lead Hazard Evaluation
Lead Hazard Reduction
Ongoing Maintenance
Response to Children with Environmental Intervention Blood Lead Level
The City has implemented HUD Lead Based Paint Regulations (Title X), which requires
federally funded rehabilitation projects to address lead hazards. Lead-based paint abatement
is part of the City's Residential Rehabilitation Program and the Acquisition/Rehabilitation of
Affordable Rental Housing Program. Units within rental housing projects selected for
rehabilitation are tested if not statutorily exempt. Elimination or encapsulation remedies are
implemented if lead is detected and is paid for by either the developer of the project, or with
CDBG or HOME funds, as appropriate.
To reduce lead-based paint hazards in existing housing, all housing rehabilitation projects
supported with federal funds are tested for lead and asbestos. When a lead-based paint
hazard is present, the City or the City’s sub-grantee contracts with a lead consultant for
abatement or implementation of interim controls, based on the findings of the report.
Tenants are notified of the results of the test and the clearance report. In Section 8 programs,
staff annually inspects units on the existing program and new units as they become available.
In all cases, defective paint surfaces must be repaired. In situations where a unit is occupied
by a household with children under the age of six, corrective actions will include testing and
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abatement if necessary, or abatement without testing.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
The City’s major objectives in reducing poverty within Huntington Beach are to:
Reduce the number of families on welfare;
Reduce the number of families needing housing subsidies; and
Increase economic opportunities for low and moderate-income persons.
The City’s anti-poverty strategy seeks to enhance the employability of residents through the
promotion and support of programs which provide employment training and supportive
services, while expanding employment opportunities through the implementation of three
Business Improvement Districts, and its Economic Development Strategy.
In terms of employment training and supportive services, the City supports literacy programs
for families (Oakview Family Literacy Program) with a combination of General Funds and
CDBG that help enhance the employability of low-income persons with deficient English
speaking, reading, and writing skills. As funding permits, the City will continue to support the
following Public Services to increase family stability for lower income households:
Counseling
Domestic Violence Prevention Services
Provision of food
Substance Abuse Services
Job Training
Lastly, the City of Huntington Beach supports a variety of economic development activities
that help to create and retain jobs for low- and moderate-income households. Activities
supported include a commercial property locator; employment assistance including of a
referral service for finding and training employees; financial assistance through the Small
Business Administration; business counseling and training via a litany of not-for-profit Orange
County agencies; technical assistance in permits, trademarks, environmental review, and
taxes; and export and trade assistance. Micro-enterprise assistance, job training services, and
technical assistance are some areas that may warrant consideration for funding during the
next Consolidated Plan period.
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The City will fully comply with Section 3 of the Housing and Community Development Act,
which helps foster local economic development and individual self-sufficiency. This set of
regulations require that to the greatest extent feasible, the City will provide job training,
employment, and contracting opportunities for low or very low-income residents in
connection with housing and public construction projects.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
As the recipient of CDBG and HOME funds, the City has delegated the Office of Business
Development to be the lead department responsible for the overall administration of HUD
grants. In that regard, the Division will prepare the Consolidated Plan and Analysis of
Impediments to Fair Housing Choice every five years, draft the Annual Action Plan and CAPER,
as well as all other reports required by federal rules and regulations.
The City will work with non-profit agencies, for-profit developers, advocacy groups, clubs, and
organizations, neighborhood leadership groups, City departments and with the private sector
to implement the City’s five-year strategy to address the priority needs outlined in the
Consolidated Plan for Fiscal Years 2020/21 – 2024/25. Engaging the community and
stakeholders in the delivery of services and programs for the benefit of low to moderate
residents will be vital in overcoming gaps in service delivery. The City will also utilize public
notices, Community Workshops and Meetings (as appropriate), the City’s website, and other
forms of media to deliver information on carrying out the Consolidated Plan strategies.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
In an ongoing effort to bridge the gap of various programs and activities, the City has
developed partnerships and collaborations with local service providers and City departments
that have been instrumental in meeting the needs and demands of the homeless, low-income
individuals and families, and other special needs. The array of partners include, but are not
limited to: the Huntington Beach Police Department, Library Services, Community Services,
and Public Works Departments; Habitat for Humanity, Interval House, Mercy House, Families
Forward, Collete’s Children’s Home, and AMCAL; Orange County Community Housing
Corporation; Jamboree Housing; Community SeniorServ; AIDS Services Foundation; Project
Self Sufficiency; Alzheimer’s Family Services; Fair Housing Foundation; the Orange County
Housing Authority; and 2-1-1 Orange County and OC Community Services (Orange County
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Continuum of Care). During FY 2021/22, the City will continue to develop these partnerships.
In FY 2021/22, the City will also work with homeless service providers to make Huntington
Beach’s Navigation Center a successful public facility for the homeless population. The
Navigation Center has 147 beds, coupled with wrap around homeless services to help
participants transition to more stable living.
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PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l) (1,2,4)
The City of Huntington Beach participates in HUD's CDBG Program that is used for creating
decent affordable housing, suitable living environments, and economic opportunities. The
program year (2021/22) will begin on July 1, 2021. The FY 2021/22 CDBG allocation of $1,238,214
will be used to implement CDBG projects and programs during the program year.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified
in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is
included in projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before $0
the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be $0
used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives
identified in the grantee's strategic plan
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements $0
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the $0
planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan.
5. The amount of income from float-funded activities $0
Total Program Income $0
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities $0
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HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(2)
The City of Huntington Beach participates in HUD’s HOME Program that can be used to
promote affordable housing in the City through activities such as rental housing development
and tenant-based rental assistance. The 2021/22 Program Year will commence on July 1, 2021.
The FY 2021/22 HOME allocation is $618,233.
1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section
92.205 is as follows:
The City will provide grants, interest-bearing and non-interest-bearing deferred payment
loans or residual receipts loans permitted under 24 CFR 92.206 (b) (1). The City will not
institute other forms of investment forms not described in the aforementioned section
nor provide loan guarantees described under 24 CFR 92.206 (b) (21).
2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds
when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows:
The City is not administering a homebuyer program with CDBG or HOME funds as part of
its 2021/22 Annual Action Plan. The Annual Plan, therefore, does not describe resale or
recapture guidelines as required in 92.254.
3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of
units acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows:
The City is not administering a homebuyer program with CDBG or HOME funds as part of
its 2021/22 Annual Action Plan. The Annual Plan, therefore, does not describe resale or
recapture guidelines that ensure the affordability of units acquired with HOME funds as
required in 92.254 (a)(4).
4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing
that is rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing
guidelines required that will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows:
The City is not proposing to use HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by
multifamily housing rehabilitated with HOME funds. Thus, since the City does not propose
to undertake refinancing, the City is not required to discuss its financing guidelines
required under 24 CFR 92.206(b).
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:21-333 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY:Oliver Chi, City Manager
PREPARED BY:Julian Harvey, Interim Chief of Police
Subject:
Approve selection of Be Well OC (Mind OC) as service provider for the City’s Mobile Crisis
Response Program for select mental health calls for service
Statement of Issue:
Annually, the Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD) responds to over 2,500 calls for service
specifically involving mental health related needs. In addition, HBPD handles another 12,000 calls
relating to homelessness, in which mental illness is either the primary cause or a significant
contributing factor. Combined, these represent roughly 10% of all police calls for service.
While our officers are capable of navigating these interactions, the City recognizes that there are
other organizations throughout Orange County that have specific training to better address these
unique service needs, and that a partnership may result in better outcomes for all.
As such, the City issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking respondents interested in
developing and implementing a Mobile Crisis Response program model as an alternative to our
current mental health response model. Three (3) responses were received by the deadline of
February 17, 2021, each of which were evaluated for their responsiveness to the RFQ and
capabilities in implementing a successful program. Ultimately, Be Well OC was selected among the
respondents as the most qualified and with the greatest likelihood of success.
Financial Impact:
Restricted funding has been identified to cover the first year, and the costs are not to exceed $1.5
million for this pilot program. The following are the funding sources for this program: 1) Police
Development Impact Fee Fund (Fund 227) $368,000; 2) Restricted Restitution Fund (Fund 100)
$282,000; and 3) American Rescue Plan Act HOME Funding $850,000.
Recommended Action:
A) Approve the selection of Be Well OC (Mind OC) as the service provider for the City’s trial Mobile
Crisis Response program, to shift the burden of response from the police department to Be Well OC
for designated, triaged mental health calls for service not involving violence, weapons, or criminal
behavior.
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B) Authorize the City Manager, with approval as to form by the City Attorney, to execute an
agreement with Be Well OC (Mind OC) in substantial form to the attached (Attachment 1).
C) Approve appropriation from the following funding sources: 1) Police Department Development
Impact Fee Fund (Fund 227) $368,000; 2) Restricted Restitution Fund (Fund 100) $282,000; and 3)
American Rescue Plan Act HOME Funding $850,000.
Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommended action and continue to handle the aforementioned calls for service
pursuant to current practice and protocols within the Police Department.
Analysis:
The City of Huntington Beach, like cities across California and the United States, is faced with a
growing number of residents and visitors who suffer from some form of mental illness. Annually, the
Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD) responds to over 2,500 calls for service specifically
involving mental health related needs. With each call averaging 47 minutes, these incidents occupy
the labor hours of two (2) full-time police officers each year. In addition, HBPD handles another
12,000 calls relating to homelessness, in which mental illness is either the primary cause or a
significant contributing factor. Combined, these represent roughly 10% of all police calls for service.
While our officers perform effectively during these mental health related incidents, these types of
interactions are often protracted events requiring long delays either in a residential or emergency
room setting. This effectively removes the involved officers from the shift deployment during this
period, making them unavailable for emergency response and preventing them from conducting
crime prevention, proactive enforcement, and community policing functions.
The City also recognizes that many of these calls do not require police response, and further
recognize there are other organizations throughout Orange County better trained, better suited, and
better equipped to navigate the patchwork of mental health care options available to individuals in
need.
Based on a comprehensive review and assessment of possible response options, the City has
determined that an alternative approach to addressing certain mental health calls for service would
result in better service delivery for those in need, while simultaneously improving public safety by
freeing up officers to perform their primary function of policing the city. Equally impactful, an
alternative model whereby trained clinicians conduct follow-up case management for our residents
suffering from chronic mental illness will not only prevent recurrent calls for service, but will lead to
the best outcomes for patients.
On January 26, 2021, the City of Huntington Beach issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
seeking respondents interested in developing and implementing a Mobile Crisis Response model as
an alternative to the current response model to select mental health related incidents and service
requests. Three (3) responses were received by the deadline of February 17, 2021, each of which
were evaluated for their responsiveness to the RFQ and capabilities in implementing a successful
program.
At the March 15, 2021, City Council meeting, the City Manager and Chief of Police presented an
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update not only on the concept, but on the process and timeline in selecting a vendor.
On March 29, 2021, two (2) of the RFQ respondents were invited to present to the selection
committee comprised of the City Manager, Director of Community Services, and Chief of Police.
Following that presentation, Be Well OC was selected among the respondents as the most qualified
and with the greatest likelihood of success. Several factors combined to set Be Well OC apart,
including the thoroughness of their proposal, their keen understanding and experience in the area of
mental health services, and a proven record in Orange County of collaborating to establish
exceptional mental health assessment and treatment facilities.
A review of similar programs across the country including the Crisis Assistance Helping Out On The
Streets (CAHOOTS: Eugene, OR); Support Team Assistance Response (STAR: Denver, CO);
Integrated Mobile Police Assessment Crisis Team (IMPACT: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada); and the
Mobile Crisis Support Team (Sacramento, CA) demonstrate that when implemented as part of a
coordinated, holistic response to addressing the growing epidemic of mental illness, mobile response
programs offer a more effective model by introducing mental health professionals with clinical
experience at the point of primary field intervention. The diversion of select calls within the broad
categories of mental health to non-police and non-government professionals allows for a higher level
of police service delivery, as officers are freed from the burden of these calls and available for
emergency response, proactive enforcement, and community policing activities.
Further analysis concerning police use of force further supports this model as an effective alternative.
Often, police unintentionally heighten the level of anxiety and acuteness of the mental health crisis,
resulting in an application of force. While the vast majority of these applications of force are
justifiable and within policy, they are completely avoidable in those instances where there existed no
requirement or need for police presence.
Environmental Status:
Not applicable.
Strategic Plan Goal:
Community Engagement
Homelessness Response
Attachment(s):
1. Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and Mind OC for
a Pilot Mobile Crisis Response Program.
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City of Huntington Beach
File #:21-345 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
Submitted by Councilmember Erik Peterson - Consideration of Appealing SCAG
Determination
That the City Council direct the City Attorney to appeal SCAG's February 2021 RHNA determination
of 13,386, including with authorization from City Council to initiate a lawsuit on behalf of the City in
State Court.
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – COUNCIL MEMBER ITEMS REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: ERIK PETERSON, CITY COUNCIL MEMBER
DATE: APRIL 19, 2021
SUBJECT: APPEALING SCAG DETERMINATION
On Monday, March 15th, the City Attorney brought to City Council in Closed Session a question about whether
the City should appeal the February 16, 2021, SCAG determination of 13,368 RHNA to the City of Huntington
Beach for its Sixth Planning Cycle. This matter was agendized for public notice. At that March 15th Closed
Session the City Council took a pass on taking action and did not vote to authorize the City Attorney to
continue to fight SCAG's 13,368 RHNA determination by filing a challenge in State Court. The City Council's
“no action” on this opportunity to appeal is inconsistent with prior City Council direction, and inconsistent
with the will of the Huntington Beach community. I am bringing this H Item to authorize and direct the City
Attorney to continue appealing this determination, including initiating a lawsuit in State Court.
This March 2021 RHNA determination for Huntington Beach came after many prior events in the SCAG RHNA
timeline and after many opportunities that this City Council took to weigh in on the SCAG RHNA development.
On November 7, 2019, SCAG voted 64-1 to adopt its new RHNA plan to approve a modified methodology for
distributing a state-mandated 1.34 million housing units in the six-county region over an eight-year period –
tripling the state's housing goal for the 2020's. This news generated a lot of community outcry and the City
Council at that time directed Planning staff to return to Council every month with a SCAG RHNA update so
that the developments could be closely monitored. Around the time of the SCAG news in 2019, most of the
Council Members expressed their dismay at such a high RHNA determination, including making statements
that “we need to fight this.” At every open Council Meeting and Closed Session opportunity where
challenging this RHNA determination (i.e., 13,386) was present, the City Council sided with challenging the
determination and voted where necessary to direct staff and the City Attorney to fight SCAG, including
pursuing appeals, which the City Attorney did.
For some reason, when this March 15th opportunity was presented in a Closed Session, the City Council
decided to take no action to appeal. This was not right; it was a missed opportunity, and was inconsistent
with Council's repeated direction and the community's input over the past year. Since there is still time to
appeal, and since I want to weigh in on this decision, I bring this H Item requesting that the City Council direct
the City Attorney to appeal SCAG's February 2021 RHNA determination of 13,386, including initiating a
lawsuit in State Court.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
That the City Council direct the City Attorney to appeal SCAG's February 2021 RHNA determination of 13,386,
including with authorization from City Council to initiate a lawsuit on behalf of the City in State Court.
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File #:21-355 MEETING DATE:4/19/2021
Submitted by Mayor Carr - Consider providing all operators with an extension until October 2,
2021, to comply with the City’s updated Short-Term Rental (STR) Regulations
I recommend that the City Council vote to provide all operators in the City until October 1, 2021, to
obtain their necessary STR permit.
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – COUNCIL MEMBER ITEMS REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: KIM CARR, MAYOR
DATE: APRIL 19, 2021
SUBJECT: CONSIDER PROVIDING ALL OPERATORS WITH AN EXTENSION UNTIL OCTOBER 1,
2021, TO COMPLY WITH THE CITY’S UPDATED SHORT-TERM RENTAL
REGULATIONS
On March 1, the City Council adopted the short-term rental (STR) permitting fee structure,
thereby formalizing the final regulatory structure for the City’s new STR framework. Under that
policy framework, the City has been divided into two zones. In Zone 1, properties located outside
of Sunset Beach must immediately obtain a City permit in order to run a hosted / owner-occupied
STR operation. In Zone 2, properties located within Sunset Beach are able to permit un-hosted /
owner un-occupied STR operations, so long as a City permit is secured by October 1, 2021.
As the City has implemented the provisions of our new STR regulations, operators in Zone 1 have
been trying make modifications in order to obtain a City permit to operate a hosted / owner -
occupied STR. However, given the challenges associated with complying with complex new
guidelines, I am requesting that all operators, including those located in Zone 1, be provided until
October 1, 2021, to obtain their requisite STR permit.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
I recommend that the City Council vote to provide all operators in the City until October 1, 2021,
to obtain their necessary STR permit.
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