HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-03-15Minutes
City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Tuesday , March 15, 2022
4 :30 PM -Study Session
5 :00 PM -Closed Session
6 :00 PM -Regular Meeting
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach , California 92648
or Virtual via Zoom
A video recording of the 4:30 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/
4:30 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALLED TO ORDER -4:31 PM
ROLL CALL
Pursuant to Resolution 2001-54, Councilmember Peterson requested, and with no objections was
granted, permission to be absent from this meeting.
Present:
Absent:
Bolton, Posey, Delgleize, Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
Peterson
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION/
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
Study Session
#1 . (22-142) A PowerPoint communication titled Joint Meeting of the City Council and Citizen
Participation Advisory Board (CPAB) to review 2022-23 Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Recommendations from Charles Kovac, Community Development Housing
Manager.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO STUDY SESSION I CLOSED SESSION ITEMS -None
STUDY SESSION
1. 22-142 Mid-Year Joint Meeting of the Citizen Participation Advisory Board (CPAB) and City
Council to review Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Recommendations
2022-23
Citizen Participation Advisory Board (CPAB) ROLL CALL:
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Present: Mike Massie , Peter Andres, Gigi Jackson , and Parna Ghosh (via Zoom)
Absent: Macey Lachman
Charles Kovac, Housing Manager presented a PowerPoint communicat ion titled Joint Meeting of the City
Council and Citizen Participation Advisory Board to Review 2022-23 CDBG & HOME Funding
Recommendations with slides entitled: Background, Public Participation, CDBG Program Objectives,
CDBG National Objectives, CDBG Local Priority Objectives, CDBG A/locations, HOME Program
Objectives, HOME Local Priority Objectives, HOME A/locations, 2022-23 Anticipated Funding, Schedule,
CDBG Public Services, Revised Funding Adjustments, CDBG Administration, CDBG Capital & Housing
Preservation Projects, HOME A/locations, and Thank You -Questions?
Mike Massie, CPAB Chair, provided an overview of the applicant process, and described program focus
on services that meet the needs of Huntington Beach kids , seniors or homeless .
Councilmember Carr, Manager Kovac and Community Development Director Ursu la Luna-Reynosa
discussed details related to CDBG Capital & Housing Preservation Projects and Section 108 funding and
deadlines .
Councilmember Posey thanked CPAB members for thei r dedication, involvement, and making the hard
decisions, especially for providing funds for StandUP for Kids. Councilmember Posey and Director Luna-
Reynosa discussed the funding allocation for the Navigation Center, and expectation that other funding
avenues will become available for the Center.
Councilmember Moser suggested that for future reports it would be helpful to see tangibility for the
dolla rs awarded to each program, i.e ., describe specifics of what the awarded funds will provide .
Mayor Delgleize, Chief Assistant City Attorney Mike Vigliotta and Chief Financial Officer Dayle Bulosan
confirmed the process for handling monetary contributions from community members that are designated
to specific programs , such as for the Navigation Center or Be Well OC.
A motion was made by Carr, second Moser to re cess to Closed Session for Item Nos. 2-3. With no
objections, the motion passed.
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION-5:12 PM
CLOSED SESSION
2. 22-225 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Paragraph (1) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956 .9). Name of case: Bottoms (Mark) v. City of
Huntington Beach, et al.; OCSC Case No. 30-2021-01196342.
3. 22-226 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) -Code Four.
6:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -6:04 PM
ROLL CALL
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March 15, 2022
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Pursuant to Resolution 2001-54, Councilmember Peterson requested, and with no objections was
granted , permission to be absent from this meeting .
Present:
Absent:
Bolton , Posey, Delglei ze , Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
Peterson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANC E -Led by Councilmember Moser
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 .
4. 22-178 Jenny Braithwaite with Shepard of the Hills' Self-Help Interfaith Program and
member of the Greater Huntington Beach Interfaith Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY -None
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
5. 22 -157 Mayor Delgleize called on members of the Ma rina High School Girls Wrestling Team
who recently won the 2022 CIF-Southern Section Central Division Championships
Mayor Delgleize congratulated the Marina High School Girls Wrestling Team for recently winning the
2022 CIF-Southern Section Central Division Championships , a first-time award for Marina High School.
Coach Rasmussen acknowledged the hard work the girls put into training the last couple of years. Each
team member received a certificate of acknowledgement from the City.
6. 22 -224 Mayor Delgleize called on Edison High School Senior Brayden Boggs who was
accepted to the US Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, NY
Mayor Delgle ize introduced Brayden, ex plained that only 22 out of 100 applicants are accepted for the
US Merchant Marine Academy, and briefly described the Academy program. Brayden's Edison High
School ex perience included participation in the Center for International and Business Communication
studies, earning a 4 .0 GPA. At age 14, Brayden began attending the Leadership Youth Prog ram at
Camp Pendleton where he learned the Marine Core Values of honor, courage and commitment.
Brayden has been a Youth Hockey Referee for six seasons , and is currently Alternate Captain of
Edison's Varsity Ice Hockey team. Mayor Delgleize presented Brayden with a certificate of
acknowledgment.
Brayden expressed his appreciation for the recognition , and stated his pride for the opportunity to
represent his family as he pursues the privilege of serving as a United States Marine Corps Officer.
7. 22 -208 Mayor Delgleize presented the Mayor's HB Excellence Award for March to Denise
Grushon, Office Assistant II, Department of Public Works
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Mayor Delgleize introduced Denise and explained the awardee is selected by fellow employees to
acknowledge a co-worker who demonstrates humility, social awareness, passion, exceptionality,
integrity, and is always team-oriented . Denise has been employed with the City for 16 years, and her co-
workers described her as an encyclopedia of information when answering public and staff questions .
She has trained other staff members, and is always open to the suggestions and ideas of others , as well
as freely sharing her knowledge . She was further described as honest, ethica l, and hard working.
Alvin Poppa, Deputy Director of Public Works, Utility Division , expressed appreciation for Denise's
attitude and willingness to help both fellow staff members and members of the public , always with a great
sense of humor.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental
communications that were received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
Administrative Items
#20 (22-191) Interdepartmental Communication and PowerPoint communication titled Consideration of
the Proposed Resolution Governing Nonrepresented Employee Wages and Benefits, and
Introduction of Ordinance Related to Positions Excluded from Competitive Service,
received from Brittany Mello, Administrative Services Director, providing clarification on
proposed Ordinance 4250 .
PUBLIC COMMENTS -13 In-Person and 9 Call-In Speakers
The number [hh :mm:ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in
the archived video located at http://www.surfcity-hb.org/governmentlagendas.
Carol Rohr, President, Skandia Homeowners Association (HOA) and Huntington Beach Mobile Home
Resident Coalition Member, was called to speak and clarified that at no time has the Skandia HOA
negotiated any verbal or written agreement with Skandia owners, IPG, regarding rent increases or
anything having to do with lease agreements. Ms. Rohr asked that City Council at minimum sponsor a
roundtable for all parties concerned to discuss ideas and concerns, and thanked City Council in advance
for their assistance. (00:55:32)
Gina Alexander, Vice President, Skandia Homeowners Association (HOA) was called to speak and
shared her opinions describing the predatory and discriminatory actions of Park owners , IPG, and asked
that this City Council do more than just offer a Senior Resource Fair by also ensuring a mobile home
carve out is on the November 2022 ballot. (00:57 :37)
Dan Pantano , a resident of Skandia Mobile Home Park , was called to speak and shared his opinions
related to what he called the divisive tactics of the new Park owners, IPG, and asked that Council
demonstrate their support for seniors by ensuring a mobile home carve out on the November 2022 ballot
so the voters can decide. (01 :00:49)
Susan Neil, a Skandia Mobile Home Park owner, was called to speak and shared that many mobile
home senior residents do not qualify for MHET's financial subsidy. She further shared her opinion that an
Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) is a way to prevent the loss of more affordable housing in Huntington
Beach, and asked that Council ensure a mobile home carve out is on the November 2022 ballot.
(01 :03:29)
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Jeanne Farrens , a resident of Skandia Mobile Home Park, was called to speak and repeated again her
request that Council ensure a carve out for mobile home parks for City Charter Section 803 on the
November 2022 ballot. Ms . Farrens described the fear, distrust and uncertainty over this issue that is
affecting the quality of life for mobile home park residents , and asked that Council stand up for what is
right. (01 :06 :17)
Gina Cisternelli , a 17-year-old Huntington Beach High School Junior, was called to speak and shared
that as a driver who faced the recent accident at Newland and Yorktown, she is recommending a green
safety arrow turn lane at that intersection . Ms. Cisternelli asked how many accidents , injuries and deaths
does it take for the City to make a change, and added that if the green arrows had been implemented
after her accident at that intersection a year ago, the Page brothers might still be alive today. (01 :09 :25)
Ashley Skyler, a homeowner in Huntington Harbor, was called to speak and stated her support for
Consent Calendar Item No. 14 regarding Resolution No . 2022-04 establishing a pier head line adjacent
to her property. (01: 11 :43)
Karen , speaking on behalf of her fat her who owns a home in Skandia Mobile Home Park, was called to
speak and shared opinions that mobile home rent stabilization promotes health , we lfare and safety for a
deserving segment of the community , and could prevent long -term residents from being forced out of
their homes. Karen asked that Council ensure a mobile home carve out is on the November 2022 ballot
to allow voters to decide. (01 : 14:50)
Pano Frousiakis , a Candidate for City Council in November 2022 , was called to speak and stated his
support for Consent Calendar Item No. 15 regarding the Fiber Optic Communications project from City
Hall to Pier Plaza . Mr. Frousiakis also stated his support for seeing lighting actually allocated for
American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) playing fie lds , as was prom ised with the re-zoning of the
Gisler land . (01 :17:12)
Maureen was called to speak and shared her frustration with the green poles recently placed along
Delaware Street. Maureen asked that Council member Kalmick call her to discuss the concerns of the
affected residents on Delaware so the City can be proact ive rather than wa iting until an accident
happens. (01 :20:24 )
Justine Makoff of Free Reign Foundation , was called to speak and invited Council to attend the Saturday,
March 19th, 11 am -1 pm Graduation Ceremony for the Los Angeles Police Department At Promise
Youth LA participants ; and announced the Hug and Groom opportunities open to the public the first
Sunday of each month . Mr. Douglas Reneka , a 7-year volunteer with Free Reign Foundation , shared
how the program has grown and expanded to serve more people and involve more volunteers. Ms .
Makoff stated the Free Re ign Foundation would love to work di rectly with the City of Huntington Beach to
impact local youth as a community outreach partner. (01 :23 :57)
Michael Lugenbuehl was called to speak and congratulated those who received awards and
presentations earlier in the evening. He also shared his opinions by describing the situation created by
the new owners of Skandia Home Park as elder abuse , and asked that Council step up and help the
veterans , senior citizens and mobile home owners who are looking for City Council support. (01 :26:55)
Vickie Talley, Exe cutive Director, Manufactured Hous ing Educational Trust (MHET), was called to spea k
and shared her opinions on several of the accusations being made by mobile home residents regard ing
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the recent rent increase at Skandia Mobile Home Park, and t he privately funded mobile home rental
assistance program . She also noted that the voters have already decided there will be no rent control in
Huntington Beach . (0 1 :29:30)
Caller Kellie Hardy , new resident of Skandia Mobile Home Park, was invited to speak and shared
frustration with immediately e xperiencing a park ownership change and rental increase , which could
threaten their ability to remain in the Park . Mrs . Hardy asked that Council ensure that a mobile home
carve out amendment to C ity Charter Section 803 is placed on the November 2022 ballot. (01 :33:19)
Caller Dave Reynos, a fixed -income resident of Skandia Mobile Home Park, was invited to speak and
shared how they have lost value in their home since IPG has purchased the property, and increased
rental rates. He asked that Council ensure that a mobile home carve out amendment to City Charter
Section 803 is placed on the November 2022 ballot. (01 :34 :32)
Caller Mary Jo Baretich was invited to speak and asked that Council please listen to the seniors,
veterans , disabled, low-income mobile home park residents and voters who are request ing Council to
ensure that a mobile home carve out amendment to City Charter Section 803 is pl aced on the November
2022 ballot to allow for a Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) of three percent (3%) or CPI, whichever is
lower. Ms . Baretich stated her opinion that this action could very likely prevent a huge homeless issue .
(01:36 :18)
Caller #2427 , Julie Pauley , Western Manufactured Housing Association (WMA), was invited to speak,
al)d referenced her letter to Council regarding the two vacancies on the Mobile Home Advisory Board
(MHAB): one Park Owner and one At-Large Member. Ms . Pauley stated her concern that the MHAB is
planning to move forward with an unbalanced Board, and stated her opinion that the Board should not
make a decision on such a controversial subject as mobile home park rental policies until after the
appointment of two new members so that all interests are fairly represented . (01 :38 :01)
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Caller Allison Plum, resident of Huntington Beach for nearly a decade, was invited to speak and called
for a moment of silence for Ukraine. Ms . Plum then shared her opinions regarding the corporate bullies ,
IPG, and innocent victims in mobile home parks . Ms . Plum announced that there will be a Charter
Revision Committee meeting to discuss Section 803 , on Thursday, Ma rch 24 at 6 pm , and asked that this
be the start of a fair and equitable land rent policy . (01 :39:31)
Caller Ruben , a veteran and resident of Skandia Mobile Home Park for over eight years , was invited to
speak and shared his personal experience re lated to what he believes is abusive rent increases by IPG,
and asked that City Council support placing a mobile home carve out amendment to City Charter Section
803 on the November 2022 ballot. (01 :42 :22)
Caller Donna Murray, a 15-year resident of Beach View Community Mobile Home Park, was invited to
speak and stated after experiencing a $90 per month increase in her Park rent she understands and
supports the concerns expressed by Skandia Mobile Home Pa rk residents. Ms. Murray asked that
Council support placing a mobile home carve out amendment to City Charter Section 803 on the
November 2022 ballot. (01 :43:55)
Caller Julie Bixby was invited to speak and stated support for Consent Calendar Item No. 13 rega rding
the Central Library Founta in Restoration Project to p reserve this architectural gem. Ms. Bixby noted that
in 2025 Central Library will celebrate its 50th Anniversary , and restoring the fountain now will mean it will
be operational for the celebration . (01 :46:46)
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Caller Mieke Ha , speaking on behalf of her parents , 4-year residents of Skandia Mobile Home Park, was
invited to speak and stated that with the Park's ownership change her parents' financial lives are now
uncertain . Ms. Ha requested that Council ensure placing a mobile home carve out amendment to City
Charter Section 803 on the November 2022 ballot. (01 :48 :59)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE -APPOINTMENTS -LIAISON REPORTS, AB 1234 REPORTING, AND
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATIONS DISCLOSURES
Mayor Delgleize announced that Councilmember Kalmick will assume Councilmember Carr's role as
Council Liaison to the Intergovernment al Relations Committee (IRC).
Mayor Pro Tern Posey reported that he attended an Association of California Cities -Orange County
(ACC-OC) advocacy meeting in Sacramento and noted the presentation from CalPERS CEO Marcy
Frost , and described meeting with several State Representatives to discuss issues related to loud vehicle
noise and surfing sanctuaries.
Councilmember Bolton reported also attending the Association of California Cities -Orange County
(ACC -OC) advocacy meeting in Sacramento and noted her areas of interest are bills related to budget,
housing, and ta x-related issues. She reported attending meetings of the Cannabis Tax Drafting Ad Hoc
Subcommittee, and the Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Ma intain (DBFOM) Subcommittee.
Councilmember Bolton announced her appointment of Monica Erskine to the Investment Advisory Board
(IAB).
Council member Moser reported attending a meeting of the Human Relations Committee (HRC), and
announced the Committee's 25th Anniversary celebration scheduled for April 7 at 6 pm . In addition , the
HRC will be joining with OC Human Relat ions to host an upcoming community dialogue event at the
Senior Center in response to the recent anti-Semitic flyers distributed within the community. Further
details are available at huntingtonbeachca.gov/hrc. Councilmember Moser also reported attending
meetings of the Downtown Business Improvement District (HBDBID) Board , and City/School District
Quarterly Meeting representatives .
Councilmember Carr reported attending meetings of the Youth Board where plans are progressing for
the April 26th , in -person Youth in Government Day; Huntington Beach Council on Aging , which was
thanked for donating $600 for the Senior Resource Fair scheduled for April 2nd; Ex ecutive Board,
Orange County Division , Cal Ci t ies ; Mobile Home Advisory Board (MHAB); and the Downtown Business
Improvement District (DTBID) Board .
Mayor Delgleize reported participating in Read Across America at Peterson Elementary School , and
attending with City Clerk Robin Estanislau the Retirement Event for Orange County Registrar of Voters,
Mr. Neal Kelley. Mayor Delgleize also reported attending the 1 Oath Birthday celebrations for Huntington
Beach residents "M illie" Carmela and Bill Kettler.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Interim City Manager Sean Joyce called on Chau Vu, Deputy Director of Public Works , to discuss the
City's receipt of a $SM Clean California Grant Award for investment in the Oak View area ; Manager
Joyce called on Police Captain Jonathan Haught to provide a brief report regarding the ongoing
investigation of a vehicular tragedy occurring at the intersection of Yorktown Avenue and Newland Street
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that took the lives of Jeremy and Joshua Page ; and , Manager Joyce announced that on Friday , March
11, the City secured $15.5M in federal funding for sand replenishment.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Delgleize pulled Item #18 , and Councilmember Kalmick pulled Items #13 , and #15 for further
discussions.
8. 22 -187 Approved ar:-d Adopted Minutes
A motion was made by Carr, second Moser to approve and adopt the City Council/Public Financing
Authority special meeting minutes dated February 4 , 2022; and, approve and adopt the City
Council/Public Financing Authority regular meeting minutes dated March 1 , 2022 .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES :
ABSENT:
Bolton , Posey, Delgleize , Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
9. 22-169 Approved the West Orange County Water Board (WOCWB) proposed budget for
Fiscal Year 2022/23 with the City of Huntington Beach amount of $1,036,594
A motion was made by Carr, second Moser to Approve th e WOCWB proposed budget for FY 2 022/23
with the C ity of Huntington Beach share being $1,036,594.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AY~S :
NOES :
ABSENT:
10. 22 -002
Bolton , Posey , Delgleize, Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
Reaffirmed adoption of Resolution No. 2021 -62 finding a proclaimed state of
emergency continues to impact the ability to meet safely in person, and allows
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 Carr, second Moser to reaffirm Resolution No . 2021-62, "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, Posey, Delgleize , Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
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11. 22-023 Adopted Resolution 2022-01 ordering the Summary Vacation of a Storm Drain
Easement at 18431 Beach Boulevard and 18455 Beach Boulevard; and, authorized
recordation
A motion was made by Carr, second Moser to adopt Resolution 2022-01, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Ordering the Summary Vacation of a Storm Drain Easement on
Property Located at 18431 Beach Boulevard and 18455 Beach Boulevard;" and, authorize the Director of
Public Works to determine a specific date to instruct the City Clerk to record the said Resolution and
attached exhibits with the Orange County Recorder.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT :
12. 21-666
Bolton , Posey, Delgleize, Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
Adopted Resolution No. 2022-05 approving the City of Huntington Beach Sewer
System Management Plan (SSMP) Update
A motion was made by Carr, second Moser to adopt Resolution No . 2022-05 , "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Updating the Sewer System Management Plan."
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES :
ABSENT:
13. 22 -128
Bolton , Posey, Delgleize , Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
Rejected bids and directed staff to return at a later date with alternate, cost-efficient
options for the Central Library Fountain Restoration Project, CC-1630
Councilmember Kalmick pulled this item to share his opinion that Orange County is in a severe drought,
and asked Public Works Director Sean Crumby to help put everything into context.
Public Works Director Sean Crumby presented a PowerPoint communication titled HB Central Library
Exterior Fountain Restoration Project with slides entitled: Fountain Background, Current Conditions -
Rear NW Fountain, Current Conditions -Front Fountain, Resulting Fountain Improvements, and Funding
and Approvals.
Councilmember Kalmick confirmed with Director Crumby the project is expected to take about six months
after the specialized supplies are procured ; and, that an extended period of no water in a fountain does
cause degradation of the equipment.
Councilmember Kalmick expressed his opinion that now is probably not the best timing for an
expenditure of this magnitude for this project.
Mayor Delgleize stated her support for delaying this important project.
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Mayor Pro Tern Posey stated his support for Councilmember Kalmick's comments regarding a delay for
the project , and added that he agrees with the comments of Public Speaker Julie Bixby that this water
feature is an architectural component of Central Library . Mayor Pro Tern Posey suggested the project be
viewed from the endpoint of having it operational by the 50th anniversary celebration , determining the
lead-time for production of the specialized components, and staff reporting back in 60 days, or 6 months,
w ith a project update.
Councilmember Carr suggested it might be possible to find a more efficient feature for the front fountain ,
especially since it was added later and not part of the initial design, as well as revisiting the design of the
back fountain to determine if there is a way to reduce the amount of water used . She further stated her
support for taking a pause on the project to determine if there can be more efficient solutions.
Councilmember Bolton stated her support for pausing this project, and confirmed with Director Crumby
that additional damage would not occur with a delay.
Councilmember Moser stated her support for ensuring the project is completed by the time of the 50th
Anniversary celebration , and pausing the project long enough to consider re -scoping the design ,
including a drought contingency/maintenance plan , and an opportunity to pursue grant funding .
A motion was made by Kalmick, second Posey as amended to reject all bids and direct staff to
return at a later date with alternate cost-efficient options for the Central Library Fountain'
Restoration Project, CC-1630. accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by
California V\laters Development., Inc., in the amount of $2,665,504.99; and, appropriate $2 ,110,430 from
the Infrastructure Fund to account 31440005.82800; and, authorize the Mayor and City Cle rk to execute
a construction contract in a fo rm approved by the City Attorney .
T he motion as amended carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
ABSENT:
14. 22-146
Bolton, Posey, Delgleize , Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Pete rson
Adopted Resolution No. 2022-04 establishing a pierhead line adjacent to Lots 6 & 7
of Tract 5829 (16850 and 16854 Bayview Drive)
A motion was made by Carr, second Moser to adopt Resolution No. 2022-04, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach Establishing a Pierhead Line Adjacent to Tract 5829" which
provide a wharf age width of 25 feet adjacent to the subject lots (Attachment 1 ).
The motion carried by t he following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
ABSENT:
15. 22-176
Bolton , Posey, Delgleize, Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
Accepted additive alternative bid item #1 for the Fiber Optic Communications
project from City Hall to Pier Plaza and authorized execution of a change order
contract with project contractor, Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. (EBE) to accommodate
the additive alternative bid item; and , approved appropriation of funds, CC-1621
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Councilmember Kalmick pulled th is item to commend staff fo r picking up some critical infrastructure and
providing cost savings by not using leased lines , and asked Director of Public Works Sean Crumby to
provide further details for this alternative bid item .
A motion was made by Kalmick, second Delgleize to accept the additive alternative bid item #1 to the
lowest responsive and responsible bid submitted by Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc., in the amount of
$85 ,000 ; and, authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a construction change order contract with
Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. in a form approved by the City Attorney; and , appropriate $110,500 from the
Energy Efficiency Fund to account 80787002 .82800 to fund this bi(j item, which includes the lowest
responsive and responsive bid amount of $85 ,000 plus contingency and other adm inistrative expenses.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
ABSENT:
16. 22-184
Bolton , Posey , Delgleize , Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
Approved and authorized execution of contract Amendment No. 1 with Advanced
Avant-Garde Corporation for On-Call Grant Writing and Administrative Consulting
Services
A motion was made by Carr, second Moser to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
e xecute "Amendment No . 1 to Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and Advanced Avant-
Garde Corporation for On -Call Grant Wri t ing and Administrative Consulting Services" increasing the not-
to -e xceed amount to $500 ,000 and e xtending the contract term one additional year.
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
17. 22-216
Bolton , Posey, Delgleize , Carr, Mose r, and Kalm ick
None
Peterson
Approved and authorized execution of a Service Agreement between the City of
Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement
District (HBDBID) for Management and Operation of an Artisan Fair at Huntington
Beach Pier Plaza
A motion was made by Carr, second Moser to approve and authorize the Mayor and C ity Clerk to
e xecute "Service Agreement Between the City of Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach
Downtown Business Improvement District for Management and Operation of the Pier Plaza Artisan Fair."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
ABSENT:
18. 22-212
Bolton , Posey, Delgleiz e, Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
Adopted the 2022 City Council Strategic Planning Work Plan
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Mayor Delgleize called on Assistant City Manager Travis Hopkins who presented a PowerPoint
communication titled "2022 Strategic Planning Workshop Recap, "with slides entitled: Background, 2021
Strategic Plan Outcomes, 2021 H-ltems Outcomes, 2 022 Strategic Plan Priorities, 2021 Completed
Goals, Community Engagement Virtual Town Halls during COVID -19, Community Engagement Events to
Connect with Residents, 2022 Goals, Community Engagement Website Redevelopment, Community
Engagement Age-Friendly Communities, 2021 Compl eted Goals, Homelessness & Behavioral Services
(3), 2022 Goals, Homelessness & Behavioral Services Healing Center Project, 2021 Completed Goals,
Economic Development Cannabis Sales, Economic Development Middle Income Housing, 2022 Goals,
Economic Development Sustainability Master Plan, Economic Development Downtown Revitalization,
2021 Completed Goals, Infrastructure and Parks DBFOM Project, Infrastructure and Parks Park
Improvements, 2022 Goals, Infrastructure and Parks Paving Program, Infrastructure and Parks LA2028
Olympics (2), Infrastructure and Parks Major Initiatives in 2022, 2021 Completed Goals, City Budget &
Fiscal Position, 2022 Goals, and 2022 Strategic Planning Workshop Recap .
Councilmember Carr stated her appreciation for this great summary describing how hard staff and
Councilmembers work throughout the year, and thanked residents who are involved as well.
Mayor P ro Tern Posey highlighted the Economic Development and Housing objectives and staffs
recommendation to utiliz e housing and land use policies as an economic tool through re-zoning and re-
imagining property uses. Mayor Pro Tern Posey stated his pride in Huntington Beach as a city that
recognizes good housing policies are accomplished through legislation and not litigation .
Council member Kalmick thanked staff for all of their work to prepare for the Strategic Planning Session,
and provide this summary report. Councilmember Kalmick suggested this report be made available on a
multi-media platform to assist residents in understanding decisions and plans that have placed
Hunti ngton Beach in the enviable position of having a surplus budget.
Councilmember Moser expressed her appreciation to staff for their hard work that made it possible to
accompl ish so many goals last year, and her anticipation of simi lar accomplishments this year.
A motion was made by Delgleize, second Posey to adopt the 2022 City Council Work Plan .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES:
NOES :
ABSENT:
Bolton , Posey, Delgleize , Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
PUBLIC HEARING
19. 22 -183 Approved and authorized execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
between the City and the Huntington Beach Auto Dealers Association extending the
Auto Incentive Beach Parking Program for an additional five (5) years
Director of Community Development U rs ula Luna-Reynosa introduced Economic Development Manager
Kriss Cassanova , who presented a Powe r Poin t communication titled Auto Incentive Beach Parking
Program E x tension , with slides entitled : Background, Participa ting Dealers, Parking Passes Redeemed,
Key Points of MOU, AB 562-Section 53083, Sub sidy Report Findings, Thank You and Questions.
Mayor Delgleize opened the Public Hearing. (02 :56:58)
City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced there were no public speakers .
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City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced Public Hearing supplemental communications that were received
by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet:
#19. 22-183 An Inter-Departmental Communication correcting language in the MOU regarding
eligibility of auto dealership employees in the Auto Incentive Beach Parking Program was
received from Ursula Luna-Reynosa , Director of Community Development.
Mayor Delgleize closed the Public Hearing.
Mayor Pro Tern Posey noted that Beach Boulevard car dealerships generate approximately $1 Bin
annual sales in addition to 1, 100 jobs and sales tax, therefore this item has his support.
Councilmember Carr stated her support for this item and noted that car dealership sales are the biggest
sales tax generator for Huntington Beach, and this program also encourages sales in the Downtown area
as people use those beach passes .
Councilmember Kalmick stated his support for this fantastic incentive program .
A motion was made by Carr, second Posey to open the public hearing and receive written and oral
testimony; and, approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a new "Memorandum of
Understanding Between the City of Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach Auto Dealers
Association ."
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
ABSENT:
Bolton , Posey, Delgleize, Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
20. 22-191 Adopted Resolution No. 2022-09 modifying the salary and benefits for non-
represented employees and approve for introduction Ordinance No. 4250 to amend
Section 2.76.010 of the Huntington Beach Municipal Code related to exclusions
from competitive service; and, authorize appropriation of funds
Director of Administrative Services, Brittany Mello, presented a PowerPoint communication titled
Consideration of the Proposed Resolution Governing Non-Represented Employee Wages & Benefits, &
Introduction of Ordinance Related to Positions Ex cluded from Competitive Service with slides entitled :
Overview, Proposed Resolution, Proposed Ordinance, and City Council Options.
A motion was made by Carr, second Bolton to adopt Resolution No. 2022-09 , "A Resolution of the City
Council and the City of Huntington Beach Modifying Salary and Benefits for Non-Represented
Employees;" and, after the City Clerk reads by title, approve for Introduction Ordinance No. 4250 , "An
Ordinance of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Huntington Beach Municipal Code by
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Amending Section 2 .76.010 Thereof Related to Exclusions from the Competitive Service;" and, authorize
appropriations for all costs related to implementation of Resolution No . 2022-09 .
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES :
ABSENT:
Bolton, Posey , Delgleize, Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS
21. 22-186 Approved Item Submitted by Mayor Delgleize -Directed staff to identify methods
for improving ongoing maintenance of public restrooms at the 6th Street beach lot
Mayor Delgleize introduced this item by giving a shout-out to Director of Public Works Sean Crumby for
already having staff make some changes . Mayor Delgleize stated that Huntington Beach public
restrooms , especially at the beach and along the Pier should be clean , hygienic, and safe for everyone to
use.
Director Crumby briefly described some functional changes that have been implemented to keep the
public restrooms clean and properly maintained , as well as adjusting times they are open, lighting ,
signage and possibly add ing exterior cameras to help impede vandalism.
A motion was made by Delgleize , second Moser to direct staff to identify methods for improving ongoing
maintenance of public restrooms at various locations along the beach path and return to the City Council
with a program for doing so.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Bolton , Posey, Delgleize , Carr, Moser, and Kalmick
None
Peterson
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized)
Councilmember Moser noted the recent $500 ,000 received for the mobile crisis unit with the efforts of
Townsend Public Affairs and the support of Senators Padilla and Feinstein . She also acknowledged
United to End Homelessness , an organization that is currently looking for rental units for 630 individuals
and families in Orange County, and urged property owners to go to their website for details about how
they can become involved. Councilmember Moser reported that the new restrooms in Central Park
should open this week; participating in Read Across America at Peterson Elementary School in person
this year; attending the Sunset Beach Community Association meeting, and thanked Lt . Toby Archer for
his collaboration with various City departments to help improve public safety for Sunset Beach; thanked
Community and Library Services for the recent successful blood drive at City Hall , and announced the
HB Reads event on March 23rd at 6 pm, which will be a virtual interview with Reyna Grande, author of
The Distance Between Us . .,
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Mayor Delgleize reported participating in a virtual panel sponsored by United to End Homelessness, and
an Orange County talk radio program interview to promote Huntington Beach . She also reported
re c eiving letters from Mrs . Mullin's students at Sm ith School asking what it is like to be the Mayor.
Counci lmember Carr commended staff, the Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA) and
Jennif er Carey for the truly moving ceremony for Officer Vella last week , including students standing on
the sidewalk at Edison High School as the procession passed , and the wonderful response of respect
from all law enforcement , rescue and safety organizations throughout Southern California .
Councilmember Bolton thanked Mayor Delgle ize for closing this meeting in the memory of Jeremy and
Joshua Page , and st ated on behalf of Edison Foot ball Coach Jeff Grady that both boys were hard
working , selfless and great teammates who treated others as they wanted t o be treated . Councilmember
Bolton , speaking as the mother of one of thei r teammates , stated her personal appreciation for the way
Edison High School staff and coaches have provided support during this difficult time.
ADJOURNMENT at 8:54 PM , in memory of Jeremy and Joshua Page , to the next regularly scheduled
meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, 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
ATTEST:
City Clerk-Secretary
City C ~-o~!c~ty Council
of the City of Huntington Beach and Secretary of
the Public Financing Authority of the City of
Huntington Beach, California