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City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Monday, May 17, 2021
4 :00 PM -Virt ual Location
6:00 PM -Virt ual Location
Hunting ton Beach, Ca lifornia 92648
A video recording of the 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM portions of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and archived at
www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas/
4:00 PM -VIRTUAL LOCATION
CALLED TO ORDER -4:01 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Peterson , Kalmick , Ortiz, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
None
City Attorney Gates requested and was granted permission to be absent pursuant to City Charter
Section 309(d). Chief Deputy City Attorney Mike Vigliotta attended the meeting on his behalf.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Re ceived After Agenda Distributio n)
-None
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION I CLOSED SESSION ITEMS-None
STUDY SESSION
1. 21-400 Fiscal Year 2021/22 Proposed Budget Review
City Manager Oliver Chi presented a PowerPoint co mmuni cat io n titled City of Huntin gton Beach
Prop osed FY 202 1122 Budget Review with slides entitled : Presentation Overview, City's Financial Status
Heading Into FY 202 1120 22, Huntington Beach Is in a Terrific Financial Position!, The City Addressed
Unprecedented Fiscal Challenges This Past Year, Difficult Decisions Previously Made are Providing
Benefits Today, Current F Y 2020-21 General Fund Update, and 2020121 General Fund Budget
Overview.
Chief Finan cia l Officer Dahle Bulosan con tinued the presentation with slides t it le d: Proposed FY 2021 -22
General Fund Budget Review, Economic Overview & Local Budgetary Impacts, FY 2021122 General
Fund Proposed Budget Review, F Y 2021122 General Fund Proposed Revenues, FY 2021122 General
Fund Proposed Revenues -$228M (2), FY 2021122 Gen eral Fund Proposed Ex penditures,
Recommended FY 2021122 Authorized Positions, and, FY 2021122 Full Time Equivalent -All Funds.
City Manager Oliver Chi continued with slides titled : FY Capital Improvement Budget Review, CIP
Overvi ew, GIP Funding Sources, Key Facility Upgrades (3), Key P ark Upgrades, Key Street Upgrades,
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Key Utility System Upgrades, FY Major Capital Equipment Acquisition, FY 2021-22 Proposed Capital
Equipment Acquisition, Capital Equipment Replacement Options, American Rescue Plan Act Funding,
American Rescue Plan Act, Fiscal Recovery Funds Allowable Uses, COVID-19 has significantly
impacted the City's Revenues, Possible American Rescue Plan Act Funding Framework, Key City
Council Police Consideration for FY 2021122, City Council Policy Direction Needed, Homeless Response
Position, Seasonal Parking Fees Proposal, Parking Meter Rate Survey for Coastal Cities, Other
Proposed Parking Adjustments (2), Parking Adjustments Summary, Proposed Emergency Medical
Service Fee Update, Proposed EMS Fee Level, Emergency Medical Services Comparable Agencies,
Fee Comparison, City Council Feedback Requested, FY 2021122 Budget Next Steps, and Questions
Councilmember Kalmick and Fire Battalion Chief Jeff Lopez discussed Emergency Medical Services
(EMS) transport fees compared to other local cities that have individual fee schedule contracts with
Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA).
Councilmember Kalmick stated his preference to 1) finance new helicopters especially during times of
historic low interest rates ; 2) encourage use of evening rates for Main Street Promenade/Pacific Coast
Highway & Fifth Street/Downtown District parking areas to encourage people to use the structures vs .
neighborhood streets; 3) use "congestion" vs "seasonal" pricing for parking meters; 4) supports
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) call for projects to engage the community; and 5) confirmed with staff
the Bluff Top park and railing will be repaired this Fall.
Councilmember Posey stated his support for financing new helicopters and discussed with City Manager
Chi outside legal counsel costs including amount other departments pay for certain legal expenses .
Councilmember Posey would like to see "all" outside legal costs combined within the City Attorney's
budget for public transparency, as well as revenue from Court fines and fees as a result of prosecution
efforts. Subsequent discussion continued on costs to fund the Community Prosecutor's Office since its
initiation.
Councilmember Posey asked for confirmation on whether or not a new Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) exists with current Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer's office. Chief Deputy City
Attorney Vigliotta stated he would research that.
Councilmember Posey suggested that Council contemplate whether two Deputy City Attorneys are
necessary, and confirmed that currently there are four Attorney vacancies with two of those positions in
the process of being filled .
Councilmember Posey applauded City Manager Chi and Director of Community and Library Services
Slama for being judicious with available funds for parks, and discussed with City Manager Chi plans for
park funding after 2022, considering that park improvement funds come from development projects.
Councilmember Posey explained for the benefit of new Councilmembers that development, including
Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) units, provides revenue through park fees.
Councilmember Delgleize expressed her excitement at seeing so many scheduled Public Works and
Parks projects in the proposed budget. She also stated her support for taking advantage of low interest
rates to finance new equipment needs, and requested to see statistical information on parking meter use
to assist Council in determining the most productive rates.
Councilmember Moser expressed her appreciation for the detailed proposed budget, and that it would be
helpful to see a 3-year budget comparison , including pie charts . She stated her support for financing
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new equipment purchases , and concerns about gaps in remediating homelessness , such as where
someone goes after 90 days in the HB Shelter. Councilmember Moser a lso e xpressed strong support to
fund the new Deputy Director of Homeless and Behavioral Services position .
Council member Peterson stated his support for financing the purchase of helicopters , fire engines and
boats . Councilmember Peterson also confirmed with City Manager Chi that the biggest ex pense for parks
is annual maintenance; and Development Impact Fees (DIF) can only be used for new parkland
acquisition or replacement of park equipment, but not for annual maintenance costs .
Councilmember Peterson stated his support for continuing to subsidize transport costs , and parking
plans . He could not support adding the new position of Deputy Director of Homeless and Behavior
Services, but rather suggested that a Police Lieutenant position be added to bifurcate time between law
enforcement and homelessness, especially since in his opinion this job and expense should be provided
by the County. Chief Harvey articulated details on the proposed full-time position that would coordinate
and oversee efforts from multiple available resources to allow for increased effectiveness.
Councilmember Posey and City Manager Chi d iscussed park maintenance fees built into the base
General Fund Operating Budget, vs. DIF fees used for park infrastructure such as land acquisition and
rehabilitation of equipment and facilities . Councilmember Posey reiterated that DIF funds would be
depleted at the end of FY 2023 , and there is currently no major development to feed that fund .
Councilmember Posey also described the tremendous amount of potential property tax reve nue that is
being lost due to past Council decisions oppose housing projects .
Councilmember Moser reiterated her reasons for supporting the Deputy D irector of Homeless and
Behavior Services position , including oversight of homeless spending and determining best use of
available resources .
Mayo r Carr stated her support for funding the new Deputy Director of Homeless and Behav io r Services
position .
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION -5:39 PM
A motion was made by Delgleize , second by Posey to recess to Closed Session for It ems 2 -5 . With no
objections the motion passed .
CLOSED SESSION
2. 21-404 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Paragraph (1) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9). Name of case: Chris Hartman vs City of
Huntington Beach, Worker's Comp. Case No. COHB-14-0306.
3. 21-405 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Paragraph (1) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9). Name of case: John Domingo vs City of
Huntington Beach, Worker's Comp. Case No. COHB-19-0097.
4. 21-406 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Paragraph (1) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9). Name of case: Rodney Besuzzi vs City of
Huntington Beach, Worker's Comp. Case No. COHB-19-0280.
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5. 21-407 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION. Initiation of
Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 (Deciding
Whether to Initiate Litigation): Number of cases, one (1): 17511 Griffin Lane #7,
Huntington Beach, California. (Note: Corrected street number from 17211to17511
Griffin Lane #7)
*Discussion held at end of meeting.
6:00 PM-VIRTUAL LOCATION
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -6:09 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Peterson, Kalmick , Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
City Attorney Gates requested and was granted permission to be absent pursuant to City Charter
Section 309(d). Chief Deputy City Attorney Mike Vigliotta attended the meeting on his behalf.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Councilmember Kalmick
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.
6. 21-265 Rabbi Stephen Einstein (Emeritus) of Congregation B'nai Tzedek in Fountain Valley
and member of the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY -No report , but Chief Deputy City Attorney
Vigliotta announced that Council will recess into Closed Session at the end of the meeting to discuss
Closed Session Item #5.
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
7. 21-402 Mayor Carr proclaimed May 22 to 29 as National Beach Safety Week and presented
a proclamation to Fire Chief Scott Haberle
Mayor Carr thanked the men and women in the Marine Safety Division for working 24 /7 to ensure
beaches are kept clean and safe for residents and visitors , and reviewed basic beach safety behaviors.
Fire Chief Haberle stated that next week, and throughout the summer, the Public Safety website and
social media communications will address public safety issues.
8. 21-403 Mayor Carr proclaimed May 16-22 as National Public Works Week and presented a
proclamation to Public Works Director Sean Crumby
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Mayor Carr recognized the amazing and hard-working men and women in the Public Works Department
and announced this is the 61 st Annual recognition sponsored by The American Public Works
Association, and Canadian Public Works Association to recognize their focus on public health and
quality-of-life issues.
Public Works Director Sean Crumby, on behalf of the Department's 203 staff members, thanked the
Mayor and City Council for this proclamation. Director Crumby expressed appreciation for the effort staff
put out this past year to provide consistent services such as trash pick-up and safe drinking water, in
spite of the pandemic, to demonstrate this year's theme : Stronger Together. Director Crumby stated he
is looking forward to next year when National Public Works Week can be celebrated through public
equipment displays and open house .
9. 21-408 Mayor Carr presented the Mayor's HB Excellence Award to Library Specialist
Claudia Locke in Community & Library Services
Mayor Carr described this award as recognizing City employees who go above and beyond the call of
duty and are nominated by their fellow employees to recogn ize humility, social awareness, passion ,
exceptionality, and integrity and team orientation .
Mayor Carr introduced Library Specialist Claudia Locke, Oak View Library Branch Manager, who has
served the City for over 20 years . Claudia was described as a person willing to help out, teach , train , join
and collaborate, and who is a shining example of a stellar employee .
Mayor Carr introduced Community and Library Services Director Chris Slama who expressed his
appreciation for the way Claudia speaks out for the needs of the Oak View community for not only library
services , but through the Oak View Task Force, Oak View Collaborative, and the U.S. Census. Director
Slama thanked Claudia for her years of service.
Ms . Locke thanked the Mayor and City Council for recognizing her passion of service to the Oak View
community and expressed her appreciation for the support, guidance and leadership the City has
provided her. Muchas Gracias!
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:
City Manager's Report
#10 (21-414) PowerPoint presentation entitled COVID-19 Operational Transition -In-Person City
Council Meeting Protocols submitted by Oliver Chi , City Manager.
Consent Calendar
#15 (21-372) Email communication received regarding the construction contract with Elecnor Belco
Electric, Inc. for construction of Fiber Optic Communications.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3-Minute Time Limit) -4 Speakers via Zoom
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/governmentlagendas.
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Jerry Raburn was invited to speak, stated his support for the City acknowledging Pride Month , and asked
for City Council support for AB 557 , State legislation to establish a hate crime hotline . (01 :56:27)
Amory Hanson, a City Council Candidate in 2022 and member of the Huntington Beach Historic
Resources Board , was invited to speak and thanked City Manager Chi for his presentation on plans to
return to in-person meetings for all deliberative agencies. (01:58:13)
Avery Counts, Constituents Services Manager for OC 2nd District Supervisor Katrina Foley, was invited
to speak and congratulated Huntington Beach on the installation of the Mobi-Mat; provided a brief update
on the work that OC Supervisor Foley is doing for Huntington Beach ; invited residents to the upcoming
June 23rd , 10 AM virtual Job Fair, and announced details will be forthcoming on June's virtual Small
Business Roundtable . OC Supervisor Foley may be reached through avery.counts@ocgov.com or
calling 714-559-8364. (01 :59:35)
Caller #6367 , Ray Raines , was invited to speak and stated his opposit ion to Public Hearing Item No. 18
regarding Zoning Text Amendment No. 21-002 and Introduction of Ord inance No. 4230 to eliminate the
Environmental ·Assessment Committee and Subdivision Committee , and his support for Mayor Pro Tern
Ortiz. (02 :01 :49)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Council member Posey reported attending meetings of the Southern California Association of
Government (SCAG) General Assembly where Budget and Assessments were unanimously approved;
the Association of California Cities -Orange County (ACC-OC) Housing Committee to review
legislation ; and Orange County Vector Control Budget Committee to recommend tha t assessments no t
be increased .
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending an Orange County Transportation Authority (O CTA) Boa rd
meeting to review various Orange County construction projects , as well as a Budget Workshop to review
OCT A's balanced budget. As the new President of the Association of California Cities -Orange County
(ACC-OC), she led a successful Lunch and Learn session that included City Manager Ol iver Chi and
Marshall Moncrief, Chief Executive of Mind OC, for an overview of Be Well OC mobile services.
Councilmember Moser reported attending a meeting of the Human Relations Task Force for planning the
next Day of Dialogue, and upcoming Cultural Cinema Showcase ; Mobi-Mat Installation and Ribbon
Cutting Ceremony at the beach; Be Well OC virtual town hall on Project Hope ; and Downtown Business
Improvement District (DBID) regarding block closures .
Mayor Carr reported attending meetings of the Youth Board, Youth and Government Day , and
announced it is time for Huntington Beach high school students to complete applications if interested in
serving on the Youth Board ; the OC Sanitation Leg islative Committee National Water Research Institute;
Human Relations Task Force ; Visit HB Advocacy Task Force; and , League of California Cities two-day
Legislation A ction event.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
10. 21 -414 Update on Guidelines to Facilitate a Planned Return to In-Person City Council and
Commission/Board Meetings
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City Manager Chi presented a PowerPoint communication entitled COVID-19 Operational Transition , In-
Person City Council Meeting Protocols with sl ides titled : COVID-19 Situational Update, In-Person Council
Meetings, Public Participation, Safety Guidelines and Protocols for In-Person City Council, City
Commission, and City Board Meetings During the COVID-19 Pandemic, City Hall Reopening Plans, June
15 Shift Pending, and Questions?
Mayor Carr emphasized that Zoom webinar call-in will be an ongoing option for public speakers.
Councilmember Peterson expressed concerns about the COVID-19 check-in procedure for meetings to
ensure Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance .
Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz and City Manager Chi clarified that the Negative COVID-19 test can be a Rapid or
PCR test completed within the last 48 hours.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Kalmick pulled Consent Calendar Item #15 for further discussion .
11. 21-369 Approved the Infrastructure Fund Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2019120
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to approve the Infrastructure Fund Annual Report for FY
2019/20.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES : Peterson , Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
12. 21-377 Adopted Resolution No. 2021-31 authorizing certain City Officials to execute Grant
Applications and Documents related to the City's Emergency Management and
Homeland Security Program
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No. 2021-31, "A Reso lution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing Certain City Officials to Execute Grant
Applications and Documents."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES : Peterson , Kalmick , Ortiz, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
13. 21-384 Approved and accepted the Public Improvements, released the Securities for Tract
17661 and accepted Guarantee & Warranty Bond
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to accept the improvements constructed and dedicated
for public use with Tract 17661, and instruct the City Clerk to record the "Notice of Acceptance of Public
Improvements" (Attachment 2) with the Orange County Recorder; and, accept Guarantee and Warranty
Bond No . 4422016W (Attachment 3), the security furnished for guarantee and warran ty of publ ic
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improvements, and instruct the City Clerk to file the bond with the City Treasurer; and , release the
Faithful Performance Bond No. 4422016, Labor and Material Bond No. 4422016 and Monument Bond
No. 4422017 ; and, instruct the City Clerk to notify Bonanni Development and JB Constructi on , the
developer of Tract 17661 , and the City Treasurer to notify SureTec Insurance Company, of these
actions .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES :
14. 21-370
Peterson , Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
Accepted bid and authorized execution of a construction contract with Elecnor
Belco Electric, Inc., in the amount of $357,636 for the construction of Traffic Signal
Modifications at the intersections of Warner Avenue at Graham Street (CC-1548),
Warner Avenue at Nichols Lane (CC-1550), and Brookhurst Street and Indianapolis
Avenue (CC-1625), and authorized change orders not to exceed 15 percent
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc ., in the amount of $357 ,636 ; and , authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney; and , authorize the
Director of Public Works to execute change orders not to exceed a total of 15 percent of the contract
construction costs or $53,645, as required.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
15. 21-372
Peterson , Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
None
Accepted bid and authorized execution of a construction contract with Elecnor
Belco Electric, Inc., in the amount of $626,451 for the construction of Fiber Optic
Communications from City Hall to Pier Plaza, CC-1621
Councilmember Kalmick pulled this item to ask Public Works Director Sean Crumby to describe the
project for community members asking for clarification . Director Crumby explained th is project would
provide reliable internet service for various City facilities in the area such as the Central Library, Yard
Center, Lake Fire Station, Downtown Substation at Pier Plaza, Marine Safety Build ing , and Junior
Lifeguards . Director Crumby further ex plained that funding comes from the Pub lic Education and
Government Public Access (PEG}, energy efficiency and infrastructure funds .
Councilmember Kalmick provided an overview of the services that the City may be able to offer in the
future to area businesses , residents and visitors with this fiber optic cabling in place.
Councilmember Posey stated his support for this moderniz ation of infrastructure to ensure the abil ity to
communicate internally and externally.
Councilmember Delgleize stated her support fo r this "foundation " project that will allow fo r expanded
opportunities in the future .
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Mayor Carr stated her support for this project, which she believes is an appropriate use of PEG funds to
provide improved community and safety services.
A motion was made by Kalmick , second Delgleize to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by Elecnor Belco Electric , Inc., in the amount of $626 ,451; and, authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to e xecute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
16. 21-376
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
Awarded and authorized execution of a construction contract in the amount of
$197,808.48 to Prestige Striping Services, Inc., for the Alley Rehabilitation Project,
CC-1617, and authorized change orders not to exceed 20 percent
A motion was made by Posey , second Delgleize to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid
submitted by Prestige Striping Services , Inc., in the amount of $197,808.48 ; and , authoriz e the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute a construction contract in a form approved by the City Attorney; and, authorize
the Director of Public Works to approve up to twenty percent (20%) in construction change orders , as
required .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
17. 21-411
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz , Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
None
Approved and authorized execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Professional
Services Agreement with IK Consulting for as-needed Project Management and
Implementation Services
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
IK Consulting , LLC for Project Management and Implementation Services" extending the contract term
by one year and increasing the on-call contract amount not to e xceed $480,000.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
Peterson, Kalmick , Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
PUBLIC HEARING
18. 21 -379 Approved Zoning Text Amendment {ZTA) No. 21-002 (Environmental Assessment
Committee and Subdivision Committee) and approved for introduction Ordinance
No. 4230 amending the Municipal Code and Zoning and Subdivision Code to
eliminate the Environmental Assessment Committee and Subdivision Committee
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Community Development Director Ursula Luna-Reynosa addressed a comment from earlier in the
evening and clarified that the proposed amendments are categorically ex empt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and there is no intent to circumvent CEQA.
Director Luna-Reynosa introduced Associate Planner Tess Nguyen who presented a PowerPoint
communication entitled EAC and Subdivision Committee, Appeal of Zoning Te x t Amendment No. 21-002
with slides titled: Request, PC Action, Appeal of PC Action, Analysis (5), and Recommendation.
Mayor Carr opened the Public Hearing for this item .
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act , City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communication received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
Public Hearing
#18 (21-379) PowerPoint presentation entitled EA C and Subdivision Committee -Appeal of Z oning
Tex t Amendment No. 21-002 submitted by Ursula Lu n a-Reynosa , Director of Commun ity
Development
#18 (21-379) Two (2) email communications received regarding Appeal of Zoning Text Amendment No.
21-002.
Public Speakers via Zoom -1
John Scandura, Planning Commissioner, was invited to speak and shared his personal opinion that
eliminating the Environmental Assessment Committee (EAC) and Subdivision Committee would shift
burdens to the Planning Commission, whi ch may overlook map and code requirements because they
also consider Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and environmental documents in addition to publ ic
comments . As an e xample , Mr. Scandura stated the Magnolia Tank Farm proj ect required review of over
2 ,000 pages , including an 800-page Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and hundreds of w ri tten
comments. Currently , the EAC makes an assessment based on the ir technical , legal and professional
judgement, overturned only upon appeal to the City Council or the Planning Commission . In his opin ion ,
this helps to preserve integrity and the City to withstand legal challenges. In his opinion , e li minating this
Committee shifts critical decision making to staff who work behind closed doors and out of public view
which may provide opportunity for political pressure from opposing sides , and these committees add
possibly a month , a minimal amount of time , to the total process.
City Clerk Estanislau called on a speaker prepared to deliver comments on an unrelated topic , and then
announced there were no more public speakers .
Mayor Carr closed the Public Hearing for this item .
Councilmember Kalmick thanked Mr. Scandura for serving on the Plann ing Comm ission and sharing his
personal perspective . Councilmember Kalmick shared his personal opin ion , as a former member of the
Subdivision Committee, these were pro for ma meetings and the C ity no longer has the need to cons ider
large subdivision projects.
Councilmember Kalmick reviewed the process, stated his ex perienc e that staff has always bee n very
objective in their decision -making, and confirmed there will still be opportunities for pu b li c input. He
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stated this is strictly a policy change that Council unanimously approved in an effort to streamline the
development process .
Councilmember Posey stated his support for this item and noted the minimal meetings and minutes for
these committees going back to 2018 to underscore their lack of current relevance .
Councilmember Peterson stated Mr. Scandura made some valid points and confirmed his support for the
Planning Commission recommendation to provide transparency throughout the process.
Mayor Carr stated her support for this item as in her opinion it will eliminate redundancy and streamline
the process .
A motion was made by Kalmick, second Posey that the City Council finds that the municipal code
amendments and Zoning Text Amendment No. 21-002 are categorically exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) (General Rule) of the CEQA Guidelines,
because there is no potential for the project to have a significant effect on the environment ; and, approve
the municipal code amendments and Zoning Text Amendment No. 21-002 with findings (Attachment No.
1); and, after the City Clerk reads by title , approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4230, "An Ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapters 2.33, and 2.56 of the Huntington
Beach Municipal Code; Chapters 240 , 248, 250 and 251 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and
Subdivision Code Removing All References to the Subdivision and Environmental Assessment
Subcommittees (Zoning Text Amendment No. 21-002)." (Attachment No. 2)
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
19. 21-394
Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
Peterson
Adopted Resolution No. 2021-24 authorizing the City of Huntington Beach to join
the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (SCIP); Authorizing the California
Statewide Communities Development Authority (CSCDA) to Accept Applications
from Property Owners, Conduct Special Assessment Proceedings and Levy
Assessments and Special Taxes and to Form Assessment Districts and Community
Facilities Districts Within the Territory of the City of Huntington Beach; Embodying
a Joint Community Facilities Agreement Setting Forth the Terms and Conditions of
Community Facilities Districts Financings; Approving Form of Acquisition
Agreement for Use when Applicable; and, Authorizing Related Actions
Director of Community Development Ursula Luna-Reynosa introduced Deputy Director of Community
Development Steve Holt who presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Consider Participation in
the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program of the California Statewide Communities Development
Authority with slides entitled : Statewide Communities Infrastructure Program, Program Benefits, and
Questions?
Deputy Director Holt introduced James Hamill, Deputy Director, California Statewide Communities
Development Authority (CSCDA) who was available to answer Council questions .
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Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz confirmed with staff that Huntington Beach does not lose any property tax revenue
by participating in this program . Director Luna-Reynosa explained this is simply a means to assist
developers finance project required off-site improvements and/or development i mpact fees .
Councilmember Peterson and Director Luna-Reynosa clarified that initially there were two programs
presented, however this program does not impact property tax revenue. The Workforce Housing
program, which would impact tax revenue, is still being researched by staff to determine their
recommendation for future Council consideration.
Councilmember Delgleize and Director Luna-Reynosa discussed the Workforce Housing program that
directs tax revenue from the City, where property appreciation is expected to compensate for the lost
revenue .
Mayor Carr opened the Public Hearing for this item.
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communication received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
Public Hearing
#19 (21-394) PowerPoint presentation entitled Consider Participation in the Statewide Community
Infrastructure Program of the California Statewide Communities Development Authority
submitted by Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development.
City Clerk Estanislau announced there were no public speakers.
Mayor Carr closed the Public Hearing .
Mayor Carr stated her support for this program that can provide a financial resource for smaller
development projects .
A motion was made by Carr, second Delgleize to conduct a public hearing to invite any interested
members of the public to provide testimony regarding the SCIP and proposed action ; and, adopt
Resolution No. 2021-24 , "Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Authorizing the
City to Join the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program; Authorizing the California Statewide
Communities Development Authority to Accept Applications From Property Owners , Conduct Special
Assessment Proceedings and Levy Assessments and Special Taxes and to Form Assessment Districts
and Community Facilities Districts Within the Territory of the City of Huntington Beach; Embodying a
Joint Community Facilities Agreement Setting Forth the Terms and Conditions of Community Facilities
District Financings ; Approving Form of Acquisition Agreement for Use When Applicable ; and , Authorizing
Related Actions ."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
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20. 21-383 Approved for Introduction Ordinance No. 4231 adding Section 17.48.050 to the
Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter to amend Subsection A of Section
690.13 of the California Electrical Code
City Manager Chi introduced Deputy Fire Marshal Steve Eros who presented the changes, which require
that First Responders have the ability to disconnect all power sources from the exterior of a building
during a fire or emergency.
Councilmember Peterson , as an electrician, stated his support for this important safety item .
Councilmember Posey clarified with Deputy Fire Marshal Eros this item will affect only future projects
and not impact existing situations .
A motion was made by Peterson , second Posey to, after the City Clerk reads by title , approve for
introduction Ordinance No. 4231 , "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach
Adding Section 17.48. 050 to the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Chapter to Amend Subsection A of
Section 690.13 of the California Electrical Code ."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Kalmick thanked Councilmember Moser for spearheading the Mobi-Mat installation and
helping Huntington Beach to inspire other coastal cities to do the same; and, he reminded everyone of
the Pride Flag raising at the Civic Center on Saturday , May 22 at 9 AM.
Councilmember Posey reminded everyone that this is Bicycle and Motorcycle Safety Month and
suggested people ride their bike to the May 22 flag-raising event. He also reported attending former
Councilmember and Mayor Bob Mandie's 80th surprise birthday celebration where he learned Mr.
Mandie was a surfing champion in the 1960's.
Councilmember Moser expressed appreciation to Public Works staff, especially Public Works
Commissioner David Gins, for their efforts to install the Mobi-Mat. She reported attending a Council on
Foreign Relations Local Officials webinar on confronting extremism at the local level; part icipating in a
Stand Up For Kids outreach; convening local religious leaders and homeless non-profits to discuss
Project Zero; attending a webinar offered by Community Solutions titled Power to the Public: Tackling
Homelessness; presenting at a Chamber of Commerce AM Connect meeting on Diversity, Equity and
Inclusion with Mayor Carr and Human Relations Task Force Chair Vashia Rhone; joining
Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris to honor and spotlight The Plant Nerd business; announced the
second of three OC Human Relations/Human Relations Task Force sponsored Community Dialogues on
Thursday , May 20, and the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Cultural Cinema Showcase on May
21-23.
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Mayor Carr reported she and Police Chief Harvey will be participating with others on the HB Reads panel
to discuss author George Takei's novel They Called Us Enemy on Tuesday, May 18.at 6 PM ; thanked
Police Chief Harvey for participating with her in the Kiwanis sponsored discussion on Project Hope and
Mobile Crisis Unit; participating in the Greater Huntington Beach Interfa ith Council v irtual Day of Prayer
with Councilmember Moser; participating with Councilmember Delgleize in the Kelle r W illiams Realty
sponsored Red Day to prepare 60 birthday boxes for foster youth ; personally v is iting Fountain Valley
Hospital to thank the nurses for National Nurses Day; participating in the Be Well town hall; presenting at
the Chamber of Commerce AM Connect meeting on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion with Councilmember
Moser and Human Relations Task Force Chair Vashia Rhone; and announced that videographer Matt
Lieffring , with support from Mary Urashima and Kathie Schey, has produced a series of vignettes on the
contributions of local Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders which can be found on the City's YouTube
channel.
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION -7:50 PM
A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to adjourn to Closed Session for d iscussion on :
5. 21-407 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION. Initiation of
Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 (Deciding
Whether to Initiate Litigation): Number of cases, one (1 ): 17511 Griffin Lane #7,
Huntington Beach, California. (Note: Corrected street number from 17211 to 17511
Griffin Lane #7)
RECONVENE/ADJOURNMENT -8:05 PM to the next regularly sched uled meeting of t he Huntington
Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Tuesday, June 1, 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
ATTEST:
http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
. City Clerk-Secretary
City Cl~-o~~ty Council
of the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of
the Public Financing Authority of the City of
Huntington Beach , California
Mayor-Chair