HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-04-05Minutes
City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday,April5, 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:
Absent:
Peterson , Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
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:
Absent:
Peterson , Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz
INVOCATION
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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 V ie w 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:
Consent Calendar
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#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 lnclusivity 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 approx imate starting time in
the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb.org/governmentlagendas.
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 e xtremist 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 fo r 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 comm itment to safety and inclusivity for all ; #24, a
declaration denouncing movements promoting white supremacy with in 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 e xperiences of
hate crimes against him and his family while growing up in Huntington Beach . Mr. Tang encouraged
the C ity 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 c rimes 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 e x pressed 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
Council member 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 Tern 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 Comm ittee , 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 Ex ist, Developing Strategies To Better Coordinate
Community Efforts, Nex t Steps, and Que stions?
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
Council member 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:
NOES:
Peterson, Kalmick , Ortiz , Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
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 (QPR)
Councilmember Posey pulled this item to note for the record that there are 82 projects in the pipel ine ,
as listed in the project report, and all of them are either single-family homes or accessory dwelling units
(ADUs) with the e xception 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:
NOES:
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
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 e xecute $1 ,000,000 Professional Services Contract
between the City of Huntington Beach and Michael Baker International Inc., for On -Call Water
Eng ineering, Wastewater Eng ineering, and Sto r mwater Eng ineering Consulting Services; and , approve
and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to ex ecute $1 ,000,000 Professional Services Contract between
the City of Huntington Beach and Tetra Tech , In c. for On-Call Water Eng ineering , Wastewater
Engineering , and Stormwater Eng ineering Consu lting Services .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES :
16. 21-222
Peterson, Kalmick , Ortiz , Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
None
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
e xecute , "Amendment No. 1 to Professiona l Services Contract Between the C ity of Huntington Beach
and West Coast Code Consultants , Inc. for Bui lding Plan Review Services;" from $200 ,000 to
$364,000 , as approved by the C ity Attorney (Attachment No . 1 ).
The motion c arried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
17. 21-224
Peterson , Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
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 C ity of Huntington Beach
and CSG Consultants, In c ., 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 follow ing vote:
AYES :
NOES :
Peterson , Kalmick, Ortiz , Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
PUBLIC HEARING
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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:
NOES :
Peterson , Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
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 th is 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 wou ld 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 C ity
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:
NOES :
20. 21 -274
Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
Peterson
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 wi th Chief Harvey that the funds are acqu ire d 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 :
NOES:
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
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 lnclusivity 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 ex periences 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 inclusivit y for all carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
ABSTAIN:
22. 21-291
Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
None
Peterson
Approved item submitted by Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz -Direct staff to develop
procedures to facilitate Ticketed, Stand-Alone Musical Entertainment Events at
appropriate City venues
Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz introduced his item by describing personal positive e xperiences 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 Council members 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 :
NOES:
23. 21-290
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
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:
NOES:
24. 21-292
Peterson , Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and De lg leize
None
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 unde rstanding and respect for a
person 's First Amendment right to say hateful things , but also discussed t he importance of pub licly
denouncing hate speech .
Councilmember Posey shared concerns about proposed language , "Whe reas wh ile the C ity respects
and values First Amendment rights of all Americans , it unequivocally denounces hate speech,"
questioning the definition of hate speech and calling the language subje ctive 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 declarat ion currently directed at wh ite
supremacy has the potential to open the door to future denouncement of other th ings 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 be ing directed at t hem , 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 th is decla ration 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 wi ll remain v igilant
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 re vision , stat ing the decla ration
needs to remain ve ry clea r in denouncing the hatred and fear tact ics used to create division . Mayor
Carr a lso suggested the City take back Pier Plaza by scheduling fam ily-friendly public events fo r that
space so it is not available for outside groups to congregate.
A motion was made by Kalmick, second Carr to adopt this Declarat ion of the City Council to denounce
any movements promoting or supporting white supremacy within our commun ity .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Delgleize, Ortiz, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Kalmick
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
25. 21-293
None
Peterson
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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 coalit ion 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 e xists .
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 :
NOES :
Peterson , Kalmick , Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
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 Interfa ith 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 : The y 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 en couraged people to
patronize th e ir 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 Delgleiz e 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 .
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