HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-06-01Special Meeting Minutes
City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
5:00 PM -Council Chambers
6:00 PM -Council Chambers
Virtual via Zoom Webinar
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
A video recording of the 5:00 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/
5:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALLED TO ORDER -5:02 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 ITEMS (3-Minute Time Limit) -None
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION -5:04 PM
A motion by Posey , second Kalmick, to recess to Closed Session for Items 2, 3 and *New (21-443). With
no objections, the motion passed .
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT(S)
1. 21-431 Mayor Carr Announced: Pursuant to Government Code§ 54957.6, the City Council
takes this opportunity to publicly introduce and identify designated labor
negotiator, City Manager Oliver Chi; also in attendance: Assistant City Manager,
Travis Hopkins who will be participating in today's Closed Session discussion of
the public employment of the Police Chief
CLOSED SESSION
2. 21-423 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.
3. 21-430 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Gov. Code section 54957.6.) The City
Council shall recess into Closed Session to meet with its designated labor
negotiator, Oliver Chi, City Manager; also in attendance: Travis Hopkins, Assistant
City Manager to discuss the public employment of the Police Chief.
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*New 21-443 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 -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -6:04 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Peterson, Kalmick, Ortiz, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz
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 .
Deacon Joe Sullivan, St. Bonaventure Catholic Church, Huntington Beach and member of the Greater
Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY-None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
4. 21-434 Mayor Carr called on Victoria Alberty to present the "Adoptable Pet of the Month"
Ms. Alberty and Karen of Top Dog Barkery joined the meeting via Zoom to introduce Guinness, a Black
Lab/Shephard mix, born on March 17 , and his Mamacita, a small Shephard mix. Both of these energetic
dogs need a home with a yard , and anyone interested can complete an application at Top Dog Barkery,
Pacific City.
5. 21-421 Mayor Carr presented a commendation to Kiwanis of Huntington Beach President
Shawn Wood to celebrate the organization's 60th anniversary of service in Surf City
Mayor Carr introduced Shawn Wood , provided a brief historical overview of Kiwanis Club, and described
some of their events to improve the lives of children by providing food , clothing, educational and
recreational activities.
Mr. Wood expressed appreciation for the recognition and thanked all of the volunteers who make it
possible to carry out their devotion to improving the world, one child and one community at a time, by
focusing on human and spiritual, rather than material values .
6. 21-422 Mayor Carr presented the "Making a Difference Award" to David Gins for his
diligence in having the new Mobi-Mat installed off the 6th Street parking lot to allow
those with disabilities easy access to enjoy the ocean
Mayor Carr stated this award recognizes selflessness, volunteerism, exceptional community service, and
applauds unsung heroes. Councilmember Moser, who nominated Mr. Gins for this recognition,
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described how he invited her, as an elected official, to join his team working to provide easy access to
the ocean for those with disabilities. Councilmember Moser noted Mr. Gins' extensive volunteer services
with many local, state and national organizations to help those with life challenges, and thanked him for
modeling advocacy and solutions-oriented thinking .
Mr. Gins expressed his appreciation for the recognition and shared his inspiration for the many people,
including his friend Kamaka Jensen, who are now more able to access the ocean in Huntington Beach
with the installation of the Mobi-Mat.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
City Manager's Report
#7 (21-427) Email communication received regarding the Public Safety Update on Unlawful Assembly.
Consent Calendar
#10 (21-424) Four (4) email communications regarding Mobile Home Advisory Board appointments.
#16 (21-418) Email communication regarding elimination of Environmental Assessment and Subdivision
committees .
Councilmember Items
#21 (21-441) Ten (10) email communications received regarding review of the Settlement Agreement
reached in the Moore/Field v. Huntington Beach & Michael Gates. (Item #21 was withdrawn
from the Agenda on 5/28/21 ).
PUBLIC COMMENTS (3-Minute Time Limit) -11 In-Person Speakers; 4 Phone-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/governmentlagendas.
Amory Hanson, a candidate for City Council in 2022 and member of the Huntington Beach Historic
Resources Board, was called to speak and shared his pleasure at being allowed to speak in person at
this meeting, and requested that all Huntington Beach deliberative assemblies also be allowed to meet in
person . (00:28:09)
Michael Gates, City Attorney and candidate for reelection in 2022 , was called to speak and responded to
a recent article in the Orange County Register about Councilmember Item No. 21 submitted by
Councilmembers Kalmick and Posey, thereafter, pulled from the agenda on Friday, May 28. He shared
factual details on the Settlement Agreement reached in the case of Moore I Field v. Huntington Beach &
Michael Gates. (00 :29:43)
Cari Swan was called to speak and expressed her appreciation for City Attorney Michael Gates, and
summarized her opinion that sensitive legal issues should not be discussed in any open session, but if
the Council decides differently, they should start with the 2008 case which is described in the book
Friendly Fire : The Illusion of Justice by Adam Bereki, a former Huntington Beach Police Officer.
(00:33:01)
Ida Margaret Wolff was called to speak and shared her personal opinions regarding COVID-19.
(00:36:47)
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Mary Jo Baretich, Zone C Vice President, Golden State Manufactured-Home Owners League (GSMOL),
and Member, Huntington Beach Mobile Home Advisory Board (MHAB), was called to speak and
requested that Consent Calendar Item No. 1 O regarding appointments to the MHAB be postponed to
allow affected homeowners proper time for discussions on these appointments, and suggested all MHAB
members should be either local Huntington Beach mobile home owners or managers. (00 :39 :02)
Devin Dwyer, self-described as a recovering politician, was called to speak and shared his perspectives
of the City Attorney's office during his tenure as a Huntington Beach Council member from 2008 -2012 .
Mr. Dwyer added his opinion that City Attorney Gates has cleaned up the City Attorney's office, and
asked that the current City Council not allow the past practice of settling lawsuits to return . (00:41 :14)
Eric Silkenson , At-Large Member, Mobile Home Advisory Board , was called to speak and thanked
Council for returning to Council Chambers, and thanked Stoney's Pizza and residents for stepping up to
help replace items recently lost by Pier Plaza vendors during the May 21-23 incidents. He shared
concerns expressed to him by some mobile home owners regarding the Mobile Home Advisory Board
appointments in Consent Calendar Item No. 10, suggesting additional time needed for further
discussions . (00:44 :26)
Avery Counts , Constituent Services Manager for Orange County 2nd District Supervisor Katrina Foley,
and resident of Huntington Beach , was called to speak and thanked Huntington Beach for the wonderful
Memorial Day event with the American Legion; provided an update on the work that Supervisor Foley is
doing for Huntington Beach , including State funding for channel improvements; and described upcoming
community events to support employers and job seekers including the Veterans Workforce Development
Program. OC Supervisor Foley may be reached through avery .counts@ocgov .com or by calling 714-
559-8364 . (00:46 :39)
Jeff Herold, a resident and business owner in Huntington Beach since 1990, was called to speak and
shared his concerns regarding the homeless population which appears to be day camping on the sand in
Sunset Beach . He shared pictures to document his concerns and suggested laws need to be changed
to prevent this type of activity from continuing. (00:48:22)
Gina Clayton-Tarvin , Trustee , Ocean View School District, was called to speak and shared School
District actions related to COVID-19, and announced the District's upcoming in-person promotions for 5th
and 8th graders . (00:51 :25)
Maureen was called to speak and shared her opinions on why Harvey Milk should not have been
honored on May 22, and suggested that Mayor Carr and City Councilmembers support Mayor Pro Tern
Ortiz rather than continue to disparage him . (00:54 :28)
Galen Pickett , (phone-in caller) was called to speak and stated his support for the Council's recent efforts
to acknowledge the LGBQT community, and for working together to reach consensus. (00:56 :24)
Allison Plum and Jerry Blyweiss, (phone -in caller) a long-time resident of Huntington Beach and member
of American Legion Post 133, were called to speak and stated their opposition to Consent Calendar Item
No. 1 O regarding the appoi.ntment of Vickie Talley to the Mobile Home Advisory Board (MHAB). They
recommended that only residents , owners or managers of a Huntington Beach mobile home community
be allowed to be MHAB members. (00 :59 :32)
Mary Kate (Katie) Morrow, (phone-in caller) was called to speak and stated her support for the Council
and business community's recent efforts to acknowledge the LGBQT community, and thanked City
Attorney Michael Gates for stepping forward and addressing recent publicity through the proper channel
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as a Public Speaker, rather than sticking to social media platforms like Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz has done.
(01 :01:54)
John (phone-in caller) was called to speak and stated his opposition to Public Hearing Item No. 19
regarding the adoption of the City Budget for Fiscal Year 2021/22, specifically Resolution No. 2021-40
levying retirement property tax for pre-1978 employee retirement benefits ; and stated opposition to
Consent Calendar Item Nos. 12, 13 and 14 approving Professional Service contracts totaling $7.65M.
(01 :04:59)
At approximately 7:05 PM, Mayor Pro Tern Tito Ortiz read a prepared statement to announce that he was
resigning from his elected position as Mayor Pro Tern for the City Council, effective immediately.
CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY RECESS -At 7 :08 PM, Mayor Carr called for a 10-
minute recess.
RECOVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -7:21 PM
City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced for the benefit of the listening public that all Councilmembers
returned to Chambers after the brief recess , with the exception of Mr. Ortiz.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE-APPOINTMENTS-LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Councilmember Kalmick reported attending meetings of the Smart City's Ad Hoc Committee, and Ad Hoc
Committee to Review Commissions and Boards .
Councilmember Moser reported attending a special meeting of the Homeless Task Force with Police
Officers; meetings with Faith Leaders and City Manager Chi regarding Project Zero ; and HB Central Park
Collaboratives including Central Park Landscape Designer Erik Katzmaier.
Councilmember Delgleize reported attending a meeting of the Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA),
and announced an upcoming OCTA "The Future of Transit in Orange County" workshop.
Councilmember Posey announced Orange County Vector Control workshops on June 8 and 9 , 11 :30 am
-1 pm , and presentation of information on genetically modifying male mosquitoes to prevent them from
fertilizing eggs in an effort to reduce mosquito populations.
Mayor Carr reported attending meetings of Orange County Sanitation District, Intergovernmental
Relations Committee, Ad Hoc Committee to Review Commissions and Boards , Communications
Committee, and the Southeast Huntington Beach Community.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
7. 21-427 Public Safety Update on Unlawful Assembly
Police Chief Julian Harvey presented a PowerPoint communication entitled Viral Three-Day TikTok
Event Background with slides entitled: Preparation Efforts; Saturday, May 21, 2021 ; Saturday, May 21,
2021-Mutual Aid; Saturday, May 21, 2021-Unlawful Assembly; Saturday, May 21, 2021-Over
150 Arrested; Saturday, May 21, 2021-Property Damage; Sunday, May 22, 2021; and Next Steps
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Mayor Carr thanked Police Chief Harvey, City staff, and Officers from neighboring communities for
handling the situation so admirably. Mayor Carr and Chief Harvey d iscussed the importance of notifying
parents and schools when evidence of similar activities in the future , becomes known.
Councilmember Delgleize and Chief Harvey discussed how law-abid ing c itizens get a permit for a
planned event, but unfortunately , some have no interest in abiding by t he law. Chief Harvey stated that
City Council is very supportive of the Police Department including staffing , tra ining , equipment, and noted
that in the last year ten Police Officers were hired .
Councilmember Kalmick and Chief Harvey discussed ways to determine impact by geographic area, and
how to share that information with those potentially affected .
Councilmember Posey underscored how well the staff and mutual aid controlled the crowds and tha nk ed
everyone for that effort .
Councilmember Moser and Chief Harvey discussed the importance of balance when with any pre-
warning communication to potentially affected businesses and public , while being careful as to not create
undue panic or fear. Chief Harvey also explained that select parking structures were strategically closed .
8 . 21-429 Smart Meter Technology Update
Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works, presented a PowerPoint communicat ion entitled AMI Customer
Portal -Automatic Meter Infrastructure , with slides titled About, Background, Customer Portal, Bills &
Payments, Billed Usage, Compare -Year to Year, Service Requests, Outages, Schedule, and End of
Presentation .
Mayor Carr and Director Crumby discussed some of the new features available with the system change
which will require computer access, and added that further details and cl ient education will be add ressed
after Labor Day with the beta testing.
Councilmember Kalm ick asked, and Director Crumby confirmed that this system would not allow for
remotely turning water on or off. Director Crumby also added that water agencies throughout the wo rl d
are currently using it.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Moser pulled Item No . 10 for further discussion, and Counc il member Peterson
requested to "Abstain" on Item No. 9 A) -May 3 , 2021 Minutes, and be recorded as "No" on Item No . 16.
9. 21-373 Approved and Adopted Minutes
A motion was made by Posey , second Kalmick to approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing
Authority regular meeting minutes dated May 3, 2021 , as written and on file in the office of the City Clerk;
and , approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated May
17 , 2021, as written and on file in the office of the City Clerk .
The motion carried by the following votes :
For regular meeting minutes dated May 3, 2021 :
AYES: Kalmick, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Peterson
Ortiz
For regular meeting minutes dated May 17, 2021 :
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AYES: Peterson , Kalmick, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
ABSENT: Ortiz
10. 21-424 Approved as amended appointments to the Mobile Home Advisory Board (MHAB)
as recommended by City Council Liaisons Carr and Posey
Councilmember Moser requested more time to delve into this item in light of public comments and
communications. Mayor Carr asked that a motion be amended to approve the appointment of Terrance
Pham , and postpone appointments of Vickie Talley and Chris Houser.
A motion was made by Moser, second Delgleize to approve the appointment of Terrance Pham as an At-
Large Member to the MHAB effective immediately th rough August 5, 2025, and postpone until further
notice the appointment of Vickie Talley as an Owner Member, and Chris Houser as an Owner Member.
The motion as amended carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Peterson, Kalmick , Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
Ortiz
11. 21-425 Adopted Resolution No. 2021 -39 Amending Section 3 of the City Council Manual
Regarding the Day of Regular Council Meetings
A motion was made by Posey, second Kalmick to adopt Resolution No. 2021-39, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Section 3 of the City Council Manual Regarding
the Day of Regular Council Meetings."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
ABSENT:
Peterson, Kalmick, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
None
Ortiz
12. 21 -308 Approved and authorized execution of Professional Services Contracts for On-Call
Development Review Engineering and Professional Consulting Services with
Ardurra Group, Cannon Corporation , Derek J. McGregor, and HR Green Pacific
A motion was made by Posey , second Kalmick to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute $500 ,000 "Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and Ardurra
Group, Inc., for On-Call Development Review Engineering and Professional Consulting Services;" and,
approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to ex ecute $500,000 "Professional Services Contract
between the City of Huntington Beach and Cannon Corporation for On-Call Development Review
Engineering and Professional Consulting Services;" and , approve and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute $500,000 "Professional Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and
Derek J . McGregor, Inc., for On-Call Development Review Engineering and Professional Consulting
Services;" and , approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to e x ecute $500,000 "Professional
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Services Contract between the City of Huntington Beach and HR Green Pacific, Inc. for On-Call
Development Review Engineering and Professional Consulting Services ."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES :
ABSENT:
13. 21 -392
Peterson , Kalmick , Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
Ortiz
Approved and authorized execution of Professional Services Contracts for On-Call
Civil Engineering, Surveying, and Consulting Services with Ardurra Group, BKF
Engineers, RAK Development dba Kreuzer Consulting Group, Psomas, and Stantec
Consulting Services, Inc.
A motion was made by Posey, second Kalmick to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute $1 ,000 ,000 "Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and Ardurra
Group for On-Call Civil Engineering, Surveying , and Professional 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 BKF Engineers for On-Call Civil Engineering, Surveying , and
Professional 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 Kreuzer
Consulting Group for On-Call Civil Engineering, Surveying, and Professional 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 Psomas for On-Call Civil Engineering , Surveying , and
Professional 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 Stantec
Consulting Services , Inc. for On-Call Civil Engineering , Surveying , and Professional Consulting
Services."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
ABSENT:
Peterson , Kalmick, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
Ortiz
14. 21-395 Approved and authorized execution of Professional Services Contracts for On-Call
Civil Engineering, Surveying and Professional Consulting Services with Moffatt &
Nichol, Anchor QEA, LLC and COWi North America
A motion was made by Posey, second Kalmick to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute $650 ,000 "Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and Moffatt
and Nichol for On-Call C ivil Engineering, Surveying and Professional Consulting Services;" and , approve
and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute $250 ,000 "Professional Services Contract Between
the City of Huntington Beach and Anchor QEA, LLC for On-Call Civil Engineering , Surveying and
Professional Consulting Services;" and, approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
$250 ,000 "Professional Services Contract Between the City of Huntington Beach and COWi for On-Call
Civil Engineering , Surveying and Professional Consulting Services.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES : Peterson, Kalmick , Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
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NOES : None
ABSENT: Ortiz
15. 21-428 Took positions on legislation pending before the State and Federal Legislature, as
recommended by the Intergovernmental Relations' Committee (IRC)
A motion was made by Posey, second Kalmick to approve City positions on the following State
legislation: Watch Assembly Bill 1177 (Santiago) -California Public Banking Option Act ; and , Support
Assembly Bill 1158 (Petrie-Norris) -Alcoholism or drug abuse recovery or treatment facilities .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES :
ABSENT:
16. 21-418
Peterson, Kalmick, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
None
Ortiz
Adopted Ordinance No. 4230 amending the Municipal Code and Zoning and
Subdivision Code to eliminate the Environmental Assessment Committee and
Subdivision Committee (Appeal of Planning Commission Denial of Zoning Text
Amendment (ZTA) No. 21-002)
Approved for introduction May 17, 2021 -Vote: 6-1 (Peterson -No)
A motion was made by Posey, second Kalmick to adopt 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)."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
ABSENT:
17. 21 -419
Kalmick, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
Peterson
Ortiz
Adopted 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
Approved for introduction May 17, 2021 -Vote: 7 -O
A motion was made by Posey, second Kalmick to adopt 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:
A YES: Peterson , Kalmick, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Delgleize
NOES: None
ABSENT: Ortiz
PUBLIC HEARING
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18. 21-396 Adopted Resolution No. 2021-34 adopting the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan
(UWMP); Adopted Resolution No. 2021-35 adopting the 2020 Water Shortage
Contingency Plan (WSCP); Approved for introduction Ordinance No. 4233
amending Chapter 14.18 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code Water
Management Program; and, Adopted Resolution No. 2021-33 adopting the
Amendment to the Adopted 2015 UWMP
City Manager Chi introduced Deputy Director, Public Works Utility Division, Alvin Papa who shared a
PowerPoint communication entitled Public Hearing -June 1, 2021 with slides entitled: Public Hearing
Items, 2020 UWMP -Background, 2020 UWMP -Assessment Overview, 2020 UWMP -New Items,
2020 UWMP -Key Findings, 2020 WSCP -Overview, 2020 WSCP -Annual Assessment
Framework, Six Shortage Levels & Response Actions, Ordinance No. 4233, Appendix L -Addendum to
the 2015 UWMP (2), Recommendation Actions, and End of Public Hearing -June 1, 2021
Councilmember Peterson asked, and City Manager Chi agreed, that language in 14 .18.041 be added to
state any proposed changes would be brought to City Council to allow for public input, versus just being
implemented by the City Manager.
Councilmember Delgleize and Deputy Director Papa briefly discussed annual water shortage
assessment details, and Mr. Papa stated his opinion that overall, the outlook is very good for the next 25
years.
Councilmember Moser stated her appreciation for the depth of topics covered in the Urban Water
Management Plan (UWMP), and expressed her expectation that the previously discussed water system
will be a tool to inform, educate and encourage water conservation .
Mayor Carr opened the Public Meeting.
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 -396) Inter-Departmental Memo regarding Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) identifying
a revision to Ordinance No . 4233 submitted by Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works.
PowerPoint communication entitled Public Hearing -2020 Urban Water Management
Plan submitted by Sean Crumby, Director of Public Works.
There being no public speakers , Mayor Carr closed the Public Hearing .
A motion was made by Peterson , second Posey to adopt Resolution No. 2021-34, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan Pursuant
to AB797 and SB1011"; and , adopt Resolution No. 2021-35, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City
of Huntington Beach Adopting the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan Pursuant to AB797 and
SB 1011 "; and , after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4233 , "An
Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending Chapter 14.18 of the Huntington Beach Municipal
Code Water Management Program"; and, adopt Resolution No . 2021-33, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting the Amendment to the Adopted 2015 Urban Water
Management Plan Pursuant to AB797 and SB1011 ," as amended by Supplemental Communication
(replacement page for Ordinance 4233); and, add provision to HBMC Section 14.18.060 to
improve public notification.
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The motion as amended carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
19. 21-426
Peterson, Kalmick, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
None
Ortiz
Adopted Resolution No. 2021-38 to Adopt a Budget for the City for Fiscal Year
2021/2022; Resolution No . 2021-41 establishing the Gann Appropriation Limit for
Fiscal Year 2021/2022; Resolution No. 2021-40 Levying a Retirement Property Tax
for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 to Pay for Pre-1978 Employee Retirement Benefits;
Resolution No. 2021 -37 Setting Advanced Life Support, Basic Life Support, and
Emergency Ambulance Transportation Fees to be Charged by the Fire Department;
Resolution No. 2021-36 Amending the Community & Library Services Department
Charges for Entrance To or Use of City Property (Supplemental Fee Resolution 14);
approved for introduction Ordinance No. 4232 Amending Huntington Beach
Municipal Code Chapters 10.04 and 10.60 Relating to On-Street Parking Meter
Zones; approved the purchase of certain capital equipment and authorized the City
Manager to enter into all documents necessary to acquire and lease finance the
purchase of the capital equipment at an interest rate not to exceed 2.25%; approve
the refinancing of the City's four outstanding capital leases at an interest rate not to
exceed 1.50%, and authorized the City Manager or designee to take all
administrative and budgetary actions necessary to complete the refinancing; and,
authorized the Mayor to establish a three-person City Council Ad-Hoc
Subcommittee to review expenditure opportunities and make recommendations to
the City Council on how to best utilize funds received through the American Rescue
Plan Act (ARPA)
City Manager Chi and Chief Financial Officer Dahle Bulosan jointly presented a PowerPoint
communication titled Proposed FY 2021122 Budget Adoption with slides entitled: Presenta tion Overview,
City's Financial Status Heading Into FY 2021122, Huntington Beach Is In A Terrific Financ ial Position!,
The City Addressed Unprecedented Fiscal Challenges This Past Year, Difficult Decisions Previously
Made Are Providing Benefits Today, Review of Budget Study Session Ite ms, Budget Study Session Held
May 17, 2021, Legal Cost E xpenditures, Historical Legal Costs July 1,2018 to May 19,2021 (3), City
Prosecutor Program MOU w/OCDA Identified, Homeless Response Position, Downtown Parking
Structure -Updated Parking Rates, Seasonal Parking Rates -Parking Meters, Seasonal Parking Rates -
Attended Parking Lots, RV Camping Note, EMS Cost Recovery Fee Adjustment, Finance Purchase of
Major Capital Repla cement Equipment, Establish City Council Ad-Hoc ARPA Funding Committee, FY
2021122 Budget Study Session Follow-Up, Proposed FY 2 021-22 General Fund Budget Review,
Economic Overview & Local Budgetary Impacts, FY 2021122 General Fund Proposed Budget Review,
FY 2021122 General Fund Proposed Revenues, FY 2021122 General Fund Proposed Revenues -$228M
(2), FY 2021122 General Fund Proposed Expenditures, Recommended FY 2021122 Authorized Positions,
FY 2021122 Full Time Equivalent-All Funds, FY 2021-22 Capita l Improvement Budget Review, GIP
Budget Overview, GIP Funding Sources, Key Facility Upgrades (3), Key Park Upgrades, Key Street
Upgrades, Key Utility System Upgrades, Approval of FY 2021122 Budget Requested, City Co un cil
Approval Requested, and Questions?
Councilmember Moser, in response to a public comment, confirmed with City Manager Chi that California
property taxes cannot be increased without voter approval; however, levying the retirement property tax
to pay for pre-1978 employee retirement benefits which was approved years ago, must be voted on by
Council annually .
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Councilmember Moser stated her strong support for adding the position of Deputy Director of
Homelessness Services to the budget, and outlined some of her expectations as a result.
Councilmember Kalmick confirmed with City Manager Chi that as currently set up, the Deputy Director of
Homelessness Services would report to the Police Chief. Discussion continued to clarify that Beach
Boulevard parking meters are not being moved.
Councilmember Posey confirmed with City Manager Chi that no changes are being proposed for
Seasonal Beach Parking Passes.
Councilmember Posey confirmed with CFO Bulosan that any EMS cost recovery study must be
completed by a specialized consultant.
Councilmember Posey and City Manager Chi briefly discussed the process that determined that
purchasing helicopters is more advantageous than leasing them.
Councilmember Posey and City Attorney Michael Gates discussed the existing Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) with the District Attorney's Office , and City Attorney Gates confirmed it has the full
support of new District Attorney Todd Spitzer.
Councilmember Posey and City Attorney Gates discussed , for the purpose of transparency, whether
legal costs retained by various departments within the City could or should be moved to the City
Attorney's Office budget from Administrative Services . City Manager Chi clarified that Administrative
Services incorporates Risk Management, Human Resources , and Police Department, among others for
outside legal costs. Councilmember Posey suggested that the line-item listing be more comprehensiv,e
by including the department retaining the service.
Councilmember Moser stated her preference to eventually have the Deputy Director of Homelessness
Services report to the City Manager, and Councilmember Delgleize concurred. City Manager Chi
explained that the Police Department currently directs homelessness responses, so it makes sense at
this time to include the position in the Police Department, with a willingness to review the best structure
as the services and processes evolve to end homelessness in Huntington Beach . City Manager Chi
suggested that if Council approves the position, staff could provide 6-month updates for Council review.
Mayor Carr confirmed with Police Chief Harvey that the Deputy Director of Homelessness Services
would be at the epicenter of calls for service in the Police Department with their 24/7 staff and
communication center. Chief Harvey stated support for providing regular Council updates and review to
determine if this plan continues to be optimal , or not.
Mayor Carr and Chief Harvey discussed the process selected to replace the three helicopters.
Mayor Carr opened the Public Hearing.
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 (21-426) PowerPoint communication entitled Proposed FY 2021122 Budget Adoption submitted by
Dahle Bulosan, Chief Financial Officer.
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Two (2) email communications regarding Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget.
There being no public speakers , Mayor Carr closed the Public Hearing .
Councilmember Peterson confirmed with City Manager Chi the "at will" designation for the Deputy
Director of Homelessness Services position , and stated he cannot support the quarter million dollars for
the position .
Councilmember Peterson also stated his opposition to #19E regarding levying a retirement property tax
for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 to pay for pre-1978 employee retirement benefits.
Council member Moser reiterated her support for the Deputy Director of Homelessness Services position,
especially knowing there would be regular update reports .
Council member Posey stated his support for the Deputy Director of Homelessness Services position
under the umbrella of the Police Chief.
Councilmember Posey confirmed with CFO Bulosan that approximately $363M or 85% of the pension
obligation was refinanced through a bond over 21 and 22 years , and the remaining 15% was refinanced
w ith CalPERS.
Councilmember Delgleize stated her support for the Deputy Director of Homelessness Services position
w ithin the Police Department with regular reviews to evaluate whether goals are being met.
Mayor Carr ex pressed her support for the Deputy Director of Homeless ness Services position , and also
requested that the "Sunset Vista Camping , October 1 through May 3 1" language shown as st ri cken in the
Parking Fee Schedule remain, and return for discussion at a later date.
Mayor Carr described the concerns she had during the 2019 budget process when the City Attorney's
Office acquired three managers, and stated her opinion that it would be appropriate to remove one of the
Chief Assistant City Attorney positions and apply the cost savings to the Deputy Director of
Homelessness Services position . City Attorney Gates voiced objections, noting that this year's personnel
budget is much lower than last year's budget , and that his offi c e is currently recruiting for a Senior Trial
Counsel , not a Chief Assistant.
Councilmember Kalmick clarified with City Attorney Gates the current number of employees, including
new hires and open positions, and discussed staff turnover. City Manager Chi stated the top step for a
Chief Assistant is $92.46/hour, and Senior Trial Counsel $85.83/hour, for an annual difference of about
$14 ,000 . Attorney Gates observed that prior to this meeting , no member of the Council approached him
to share concerns about his budget, and wondered why there was suddenly an effort to re-arrange his
staff.
Councilmember Posey and City Attorney Gates discussed that as a result of COVID-19, courts were
clos ed and court cases deferred to the end of 2021 and into 2022/23 , which meant there was no
pressing need to fill department vacancies . City Attorney Gates ex p lained he purposely used that
opportunity as a cost-saving measure .
Counc ilmember Posey closed discussion by pointing out that the Debt per Capita line item on page 41 2
in the $500 range in 2017 -20 20, jumped to $1 ,348 after booking the debt obl igation bond .
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A motion was made by Carr, second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No. 2021 -38, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting a Budget for the City for Fiscal Year 2021/22" as
amended to downgrade one Chief Assistant City Attorney position as identified on Exhibit D to
Senior Trial Counsel; provide greater budget detail on services retained for outside legal counsel;
and , authorize the Professional Services included in the FY 2021/2022 budget to be representative of the
services projected to be utilized by departments in FY 2021/2022 ; and, approve budget adjustments to
the FY 2021/2022 Proposed Budget in the Funds and by the amounts contained in Attachment 2, Exh ibit
A-1; and, adopt Resolution No . 2021-41 , "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington
Beach Establishing the Gann Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2021/2022" of $1,049,513,696 ;" and ,
adopt Resolution No. 2021-40, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Levying
a Retirement Property Tax for Fiscal Year 2021/2022 to Pay for Pre-1978 Employee Retirement
Benefits;" and , approve the purchase and 10-year lease financing for the replacement of the City's three
helicopters , fire engine, and rescue boat at an amount not to exceed $8 .75 million, with an annual
interest rate not to exceed 2.25%, and authorize the City Manager or designee to enter into any and all
documents to finance the purchase of the capital equipment and take all administrative and budgetary
actions necessary to complete the purchase and financing; and , approve the refinancing of the City's four
outstanding capital leases (Schedules 1000141779,1000142350,1000143109, and 1000146094) at an
annual interest rate not to exceed 1.50%, and authorize the City Manager or designee to enter into any
and all documents and take all administrative and budgetary actions necessary to complete the
refinancing; and , adopt Resolution No . 2021-37, "A Resolution of the City Council of the C ity of
Huntington Beach Setting Advanced Life Support, Basic Life Support, and Emergency Ambulance
Transportation Fees to be Charged by the Fire Department of the City of Huntington Beach ;" and , after
City Clerk reads by title, approve for Introduction Ordinance No. 4232 , "An Ordinance of the City of
Huntington Beach Amending Chapters 10.04 and 10 .60 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code On-
Street Parking Meter Zones ;" and , adopt Resolution No . 2021-36, "A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Huntington Beach Amending the Community Services & Library Department Charges for
Entrance To or Use of City Property by Amending Resolution 2016-59, as Amended by Resolution Nos.
2017-28, 2017-44, 2017-46, 2018-01, 2018-29 , 2018-48, 2018-55 , 2019-07, 2019-19, 2019-87, 2020-37,
2021-17, and 2021-18, which Established a Consolidated Comprehensive Citywide Master Fee and
Charges Schedule (Supplemental Fee Resolution 14) as amended to retain language "Winter
Camping (October 1-May 31)" stricken under Exhibit A -Sunset Vista Camping Facility (Daily
Rates); and, authorize the Mayor to establish a three-person City Council Ad-Hoc Subcommittee to
review expenditure opportunities and make recommendations to the City Council on how to best utilize
funds received through the American Rescue Plan Act; and, provide periodic update to Council on
Deputy Director of Homelessness and Homelessness Program within the Police Department.
The motion as amended carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
ABSENT:
Peterson (No-Exhibit A-1 to Resolution No. 2021-38, Proposed Budget FY
2021122 Revisions; No-Resolution 2021-40, Levying a Retirement Property Tax
for FY 2021122 to pay for Pre-1978 Employee Retirement Benefits), Kalmick ,
Carr, Posey , Moser, and Delgleize
None
Ortiz
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
20. 21-439 Item Submitted by Mayor Carr Approved -Establish a Recovery Fund to Support
Businesses Impacted by the May 21-23 Incidents
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Mayor Carr introduced this item by describing incident damage ex perienced by some vendors and
Downtown businesses during what has been referred to as "Adrian 's Kickback" on May 21 -23, and
suggested that a $20 ,000 Recovery Fund Program be established to utilize remaining American Rescue
Plan Act (ARPA) funds, as well as offering assistance in completing the application process.
Councilmember Peterson stated his support for personally assisting those affected , and shared his
opinion that this proposal is setting a bad precedent by using taxpayer funds, especially when some type
of graffiti or paint damage happens during any group event in that area . Councilmember Peterson
referred to Police Chief Harvey's indication that this incident may be an indicator of things to come this
summer, and expressed his belief that there are better solutions, includ ing encouraging individuals to
continue supporting and assisting those affected .
Mayor Carr stated she understands Councilmember Peterson's concerns , but she is interested in an
opportunity to utilize funds that will be lost if not spent.
Councilmember Posey stated his support for Councilmember Peterson's sentiment on the matter of fiscal
conservancy.
Councilmember Posey and City Manager Chi discussed whether there is a creative mechanism for
utilizing some of the approx imately $200 ,000 remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, which
need to be used by the end of June, to assist affected businesses.
Councilmember Posey said he would second Mayor Carr's motion, but would like to include an
amendment to the agreement with Pier Plaza Art-A-Faire , prohibiting overnight storage of merchandise,
equipment or supplies .
A motion was made by Carr, second Posey to recommend that the City Council direct the City Manager
to develop a $20,000 Recovery Fund Program to support local downtown businesses that were impacted
by the events from the May 21 -23 weekend , as amended to modify agreement with Pier Plaza Art-A-
Faire prohibiting overnight storage of merchandise, equipment or supplies.
The motion as amended carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
ABSENT:
21. 21-441
Delgleize , Carr, Posey , Moser, and Kalmick
Peterson
Ortiz
Item Submitted by Councilmembers Kalmick and Posey Withdrawn May 28, 2021
Consider agendizing a re•1iew of the Settlement Agreement reaGhed in the Moore!
Field v. Huntington 8eaGh & MiGhael Gates
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Pet erson thanked American Legion Post 133 for th e ir participation an d involvement in
the City Hall Memorial Day ceremony.
Councilmember Kalmick also ex pressed his appreciation to American Legion Post 133, reported
attending the Huntington Beach Fire Recruit Graduation, and thanked everyone who participate d in o r
attended Harvey Milk Day and the Pride flag ra is ing .
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Councilmember Posey congratulated Kiwanis of Huntington Beach President Shawn Wood on the
organization's 60th anniversary of service in Surf City , thanked him for his service to the comm un ity, and
thanked Mayor Carr for acknowledging not only Harvey Milk but also George Muscone at the recent
Pride flag-raising event.
Councilmember Delgleize agreed that American Legion Post 133 provided a pitch perfect ceremony ;
reported attending the outstanding Huntington Beach Fire Recruit Graduat ion ceremony ; a ribbon-cutting
at newly renovated Huntington Terrace Senior and Assisted Living facility; an OC Tax presentation on
Southern California Edison's nuclear fuel rods relocation project; acknowledged ExperTec Automotive for
inscribing a VIN or license number on catalytic converters to make it easier to notify owners if they are
recovered by police; and thanked Kiwanis of Huntington Beach President Shawn Wood for recognizing
important community members in their 60th Anniversary celebration.
Council member Moser reminded everyone of the Saturday , June 5th Clean -up Day from 8 -10 am in t he
Oak View Community, and a Housing Element community meeting i n Spanish ; stated her appreciation to
American Legion Post 133 for the moving Memorial Day Ceremony; acknowledged and thanked
Stoney's Pizza for stepping up to support the people and businesses im pacted by the unfortunate
in cidents downtown May 21-23 ; thanked Mayor Carr and Councilmember Kalmick for bringing to fruition
the flying of the Pride flag at City Hall ; expressed gratitude for being invited to speak at the Community
United Methodist Church "Peace With Justice" Sunday service ; wished Former Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz and
his family well; and reminded people to be active participants in creating the kind of city we all want to
live in.
Mayor Carr thanked American Legion Post 133 for an outstanding Memorial Day ceremony;
acknowledged Battalion Chief Justin Fleming for the best Fire Recruit Graduation ceremony ever;
thanked Downtown businesses for embracing Pride Month ; congratulated Kiwanis of Huntington Beach
President Shawn Wood on their 60th Anniversary celebration ; wished Former Mayor Pro Tern Ortiz and
his family well ; and thanked staff for preparing Chambers for a safe in-person meeting .
ADJOURNMENT -10:38 PM to the next regular ly scheduled meeting of t he Huntington Beach City
Council/Public Financing Authority on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 , at 4:00 PM in the C ivic Center Council
Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach , California .
INTER NET ACCESS TO CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AGENDA AND STAFF
REPORT MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AT
http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov
ATTEST:
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City C erk and ex-officio Cle rk of the City Council
of the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of
the Public Financing Authority of the City of
Huntington Beach , Cal ifornia
Mayor-Chair
