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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-12-01 (Spcl Mtg)Special Meeting Minutes City Council/Public Financing Authority City of Huntington Beach Wednesday , December 1, 2021 2:00 PM -Closed Session 3:00 PM -Special Meet ing Civ ic Center, 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach , Cal ifornia 92648 or via Zoom webinar8 A video recording of the 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM portions of this meeting is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and archived at www.surfcity-hb.org/government/agendas/ 2:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALLED TO ORDER -2:00 PM ROLL CALL Pursuant to Resolution No. 2001 -54, Councilmember Peterson requested to be absent, and with no objections, permission was granted . Pursuant to City Charter Section 310 (a), City Clerk Robin Estanislau was absent , and Tania Moore , Senior Deputy City Clerk, served in the absence of Clerk Estanislau . Present: Absent: Bolton , Delgleize , Carr, Posey , Moser, and Kalmick Peterson ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION (Received After Agenda Distribution) -None PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3 Minute Time Limit)-None A motion was made by Posey , second Bolton, to recess to Closed Session for Items 1 and 2. RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION-2:04 PM CLOSED SESSION 1. 21-943 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT (Gov. Code section 54957(b)(1).) Title: Interim City Manager. 2. 21-944 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). 3:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS -3:03 PM RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -3:00 PM ROLL CALL City Council/PFA Special Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 Page 2 of 7 Pursuant to Resolution No. 2001-54, Councilmember Peterson requested to be absent, and with no objections, permission was granted . Pursuant to City Charter Section 31 O (a), City Clerk Robin Estanislau was absent, and Tania Moore, Senior Deputy City Clerk, served in the absence of Clerk Estanislau. Present: Absent: Bolton , Delgleiz e, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Kalmick Peterson PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Led by Councilmember Posey CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY -None ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution) Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, Senior Deputy City Clerk Tania Moore announced supplemental communications received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet. Administrative Items # 6 . (21 -937) Interdepartmental Me mo with correction to the proposed Memorandum of Unde rstanding between the Management Employees' Organization (M E O) and the City of Huntington Beac h , submitted by Brittany Mello, Interim Administrative Services Director. One (1) email communication regarding proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the Management Employees' O rganization (MEO) and th e City of Huntington Beac h . # 7 . (2 1-938) One (1) email communication regarding proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Huntington Beach Marine Safety Management Association (MSMA) and the City of Huntington Beach. # 8 . (2 1-941) One (1) email communication regarding proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Huntington Beach Police Management Association (PMA) and the City of Huntington Beach. PUBLIC COMMENTS (3 Minute Time Limit) -None COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES Councilmember Kalmick reported meeting with Eric Parra , Huntington Beach Chief of Police applicant. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT -None CONSENT CALENDAR 3. 21 -866 Reaffirmed adoption of Resolution No. 2021-61 finding a proclaimed state of emergency continues to impact the ability to meet safely in person, and allows City Council/PFA Special Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 Page 3of7 meetings of the City Council and all City boards, commissions and committees to be conducted remotely as needed in compliance with new Brown Act provisions identified in Assembly Bill 361 A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to reaffirm Resolution No. 2021-61, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach , California, finding that the proclaimed state of emergency continues to impact the ability to meet safely in person." The motion carried by the following vote: AYES : NOES: ABSENT: Bolton, Delgleize , Carr, Posey , Moser, and Kalmick None Peterson 4. 21-935 Adopted Resolution No. 2021-73 modifying the pay schedule for part-time, non- permanent and non-classified employees to comport with the State minimum wage increase effective January 1, 2022 A motion was made by Posey , second Delgleize to adopt Resolution No. 2021-73, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Approving the Pay Schedule for Part-Time Non-Permanent and Non-Classified Employees Effective January 1, 2022," including Exhibit A, updated Pay Schedule, and authorize the City Manager to take the necessary actions to implement these budget adjustments. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Bolton , Delgleize , Carr, Posey , Moser, and Kalmick None Peterson 5. 21-940 Authorized Collaboration with the County of Orange and American Family Housing to Submit an Application for the Homekey Program Grant Funding Initiative A motion was made by Posey, second Delgleize to direct staff to collaborate with the County of Orange and Developer to submit an application for the Homekey Program grant funding for the acquisition, rehabilitation and conversion of the motel located at 17251 Beach Boulevard ; and find the Homekey Project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 50675.1.3 and Section 50675 .1.4 of the Health and Safety Code (HSC) pursuant to the enacting legislation for the Homekey Program (AB 140 (2021)) and direct staff to file a Notice of Exemption ; and adopt Resolution No. 2021- 74 (Attachment 1) which provides a funding commitment of up to $4 .21 million as local contribution toward a Homekey project upon award of State Homekey Program grant and authorizes the City Manager, or designee, to take any and all actions necessary to secure Homekey Program grant funds, including but not limited to executing a local match funding commitment letter. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES : ABSENT: Bolton, Delgleize, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Kalmick None Peterson ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS City Council/PFA Special Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 Page 4 of 7 City Manager Oliver Chi introduced Brittany Mello, Interim Administrative Services Manager, who presented a PowerPoint communication for Administrative Items Nos. 6 , 7 , 8 titled Introduction of Proposed Memoranda of Understanding with the Management Employees' Organization, Marine Safety Management Association, and Police Management Association , with slides entitled : Overview; Proposed Memoranda of Understanding; FY 2021122 Fiscal Impact; FY 2022123 Fiscal Impact; FY 2023124 Fiscal Impact; and City Council Options. City Manager Chi thanked bargaining representatives from the Management Employees' Organization (MEO), Marine Safety Management Association (MSA), and Police Management Association (PMA) for improved labor relations and their understanding of the current operating environment. Mayor Carr stated her appreciation for the labor negotiators for their openness and bringing realistic proposals to the table . Councilmember Posey also complimented the three labor groups for making their proposals easy to understand and negotiating in a cordial manner. He thanked City Manager Chi and Manager Mello for aligning the contract dates over multiple years . Councilmember Posey added that these contracts will allow Huntington Beach to continue to attract the best and brightest staff. Council member Bolton expressed her support for these MOUs in light of how hard the staff works putting their lives on the line every day, and stated that members of the public should agree, but if they do not, they should speak up with specifics. Mayor Pro Tern Delgleize echoed support for Councilmember Posey's comments, and also thanked all involved for a much-improved negotiating process. 6. 21-937 Approved the Proposed Memorandum of Understanding Between the Management Employees' Organization (MEO) and the City of Huntington Beach for January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024 A motion was made by Posey, second Carr to approve the introduction of the proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the Management Employees' Organization and the City of Huntington Beach for the period of January 1, 2022, through December 31 , 2024. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Bolton, Delgleize, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Kalmick None Peterson 7. 21-938 Approved the Proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between the Huntington Beach Marine Safety Management Association (MSMA) and the City of Huntington Beach for January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024 A motion was made by Posey, second Carr to approve the introduction of the proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the Marine Safety Management Association and the City of Huntington Beach for the period of January 1, 2022 , through December 31 , 2024. The motion carried by the following vote : AYES: Bolton, Delgleize, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Kalmick NOES: ABSENT: None Peterson City Council/PFA Special Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 Page 5 of 7 8. 21 -941 Approved the Proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between the Huntington Beach Police Management Association (PMA) and the City of Huntington Beach for July 1, 2021, through December 31, 2023 A motion was made by Posey, second Carr to approve the introduction of the proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the Police Management Association and the City of Huntington Beach for the period of July 1, 2021 , through December 31 , 2023. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES : ABSENT: Bolton , Delgleize, Carr, Posey , Moser, and Kalmick None Peterson 9. 21-945 Approved the appointment of Eric Parra to the position of Chief of Police and authorized the City Manager to execute the associated Employment Agreement. City Manager Chi introduced this item by thanking Interim Police Chief Harvey for his outstanding service. City Manager Chi provided a brief review of the recruitment process to determine the best applicant, and highlighted key parts of the proposed Employment Agreement. Councilmember Posey ex pressed his gratitude for the outstand ing service provided by Interim Police Chief Harvey, including outstanding communication with Councilmembers and excellent leadership. Councilmember Posey stated this was a very tough decision as there were four excellent and superior candidates for the position, and described the additional characteristics of chemistry, personality and cultural fit which he considered for each candidate. He added that a bonus is that Chief Parra is a resident of Huntington Beach . Mayor Pro Tern Delgleize thanked Interim Police Chief Harvey for his reassuring attitude of grace , and stated her appreciation for his service to Huntington Beach. Mayor Pro Tern welcomed Chief Parra and stated that as Mayor for next year she looks forward to working with such a qualified individual. Councilmember Moser stated her agreement with the comments of Mayor Pro Tern Delgleize. She added her appreciation for Interim Police Chief Harvey's leadership, his positive impact on staff, ability to connect with the community, and noted that he reached out to her as a successful City Council candidate before she was even sworn in . Councilmember Moser welcomed Chief Parra, and ex pressed her excitement in having him step into the Police Chief p d sition. Councilmember Kalmick described Interim Police Chief Harvey as the perfect person for the issues that Huntington Beach faced this past year, and thanked him for his excellent service . Councilmember Kalmick thanked Chief Parra for being willing to step up and serve Huntington Beach with his enthusiasm, energy and professionalism . City Council/PFA Special Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 Page 6 of 7 Councilmember Bolton stated her appreciation for Interim Police Chief Harvey's ability to be open minded and innovative in leading the best Police Department anywhere. Councilmember Bolton welcomed Chief Parra and shared her excitement about working with him . Mayor Carr expressed her heartfelt appreciation to Interim Police Chief Harvey for his leadership this past year. Mayor Carr shared her excitement to welcome Chief Parra and his sense of humor. She further noted that Huntington Beach as a community, as well as the Council , wholeheartedly support him and the Police Department. Interim Police Chief Harvey thanked Council for their kind words and support, congratulated Police Chief Parra and noted his impeccable credentials and experience . Police Chief Parra thanked Councilmembers for the opportunity to serve Huntington Beach, and stated his goal of continuous improvement and collaboration. Chief Parra commended Chief Harvey for his exemplary processes , use of risk management, and best practices approach. Chief Parra stated he is here for the City Council, the community, and the Police Department, and plans to proceed in a collaborative manner. A motion was made by Delgleize, second Moser to approve the proposed Employment Agreement with Mr. Parra to serve as the City's next Chief of Police, and authorized the City Manager to execute any and all relevant and associated documents The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Bolton, Delgleize, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Kalmick None Peterson COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) -None ADJOURNMENT -3:37 PM to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Tuesday, December 7 , 2021, at 4 :00 PM in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. INTERNET ACCESS TO CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AGENDA AND STAFF REPORT MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AT http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of the Public Financing Authority of the City of Huntington Beach, California ATTEST: City Clerk-Secretary City Council/PFA Special Meeting Minutes December 1, 2021 Page 7of7 Mayor-Chair