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Regular Meeting of the
City Council/Public Financing Authority
City of Huntington Beach
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
4:30 PM -Council Chambers
6:00 PM -CouncilChambers
Civic Center, 2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, California 92648
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
https:/lhuntingtonbeach.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
4:30 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CALLED TO ORDER -4:30 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, McKean, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION
(Received After Agenda Distribution) -None
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (3-Minute Time Limit)
-4 Speakers
The number {hh:mm:ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starling time in
the archived video located at https:llhuntingtonbeach.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.
Karen Carroll commented on Closed Session Item #6 (26-060) regarding the long-standing high density
issue. Councilman Kennedy invited her to complete a blue card for a follow-up conversation. (00:02:46)
Tim Geddes commented on Closed Session Item #6 (26-060) and all Huntington Beach court cases with
the State of California. (00:05:09)
Unnamed Speaker commented on Item #5 (26-059) regarding Southwest Voter Registration Education
Project and #6 (26-060) regarding People of the State of California/Bonta. (00:06:41)
Dinorah Echavarria commented on her efforts to find housing in Huntington Beach. (00:08:22)
Mayor McKeon read the titles for Closed Session Items #1 (26-056) and #2 (26-057) Conference
with Labor Negotiators regarding Employee Organizations: Huntington Beach Police Officers'
Association (HBPOA) and Police Management Association (PMA).
A motion was made by Kennedy, with a second by Van Der Mark, to recess to Closed Session.
RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION -4:40 PM
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CLOSED SESSION
1. 26-056 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Gov. Code section 54957.6.) Agency
designated representatives: Travis Hopkins, City Manager; also in attendance:
Marissa Sur, Assistant City Manager; Mike Vigliotta, City Attorney and Zack
Zithisakthanakul, Acting Chief Financial Officer. Employee Organization:
Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA).
2. 26-057 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Gov. Code section 54957.6.) Agency
designated representatives: Travis Hopkins, City Manager; also in attendance:
Marissa Sur, Assistant City Manager; Mike Vigliotta, City Attorney and Zack
Zithisakthanakul, Acting Chief Financial Officer. Employee Organization: Police
Management Association (PMA).
3. 25-972 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Paragraph (1) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9). Van Alstine (Mary Jo) v. City of Huntington
Beach; OCSC Case No.: 30-2025-01465824.
4. 26-058 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Paragraph (1) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9). Faiella (Jennifer Dawn) v. City of Huntington
Beach; OCSC Case No.: 30-2024-0143442.
5. 26-059 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Paragraph (1) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9). Southwest Voter Registration Education
Project, et al. v. City of Huntington Beach; OCSC Case No. 30-2024-01397379.
6. 26-060 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-EXISTING LITIGATION. (Paragraph (1) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9). People of the State of California/Banta v. City
of Huntington Beach, et al.; Case No. 30-2023-01312235-CU-WM-CJC.
6:00 PM -COUNCIL CHAMBERS
RECONVENED CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING -6:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
INVOCATION
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, McKean, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
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.
7. 26-010 Huntington Beach Police Chaplain Bob Ewing
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
8. 26-035 Dennis Bauer, American Legion Post 133
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY -None
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS (2-Minute Time Limit)
Mayor Pro Tern Twining thanked everyone for their best wishes and support, including Huntington Beach
First Responders, after he abruptly left the last meeting because he was not feeling well.
Councilmember Burns noted the great ribbon cutting at Patriot Point and thanked those who participated
and attended.
Mayor McKeon wished everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous 2026. He noted his focus as Mayor is
to continue advancing core government function Strategic Plan goals established in 2023: making the
local economy strong; keeping spending dollars in Huntington Beach; acknowledging existing
businesses; attracting new business investments; and celebrating America's 250th birthday.
ADOPTABLE PET OF THE MONTH PRESENTED BY ORANGE COUNTY ANIMAL CARE
Jonathan Volzke, OC Animal Care, and Denise Woodside, Communications Director, presented two
adoptable pets: Apricot, a 2-year-old Boxer mix and Baxter, an 8-year-old Catahoula mix, both rescued
from the streets of Huntington Beach. Details can be found at www.OCPetlnfo.com.
AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS
NEW 26-084 Mayor McKean presented a commendation to Robyne Wood, recognizing her
retirement from Robyne's Nest and honoring her dedication and support of at-risk
youth.
Mayor McKeon recognized Robyne with a plaque of commendation for her dedication and passion for
helping to support and guide local youth through difficult times. Robyne expressed her appreciation for
the recognition.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT
9. 26-055 Business Highlight Presentation
Mayor McKeon acknowledged twelve new businesses that have recently opened in Huntington Beach.
Mayor McKeon introduced a new video series, Minute with the Mayor, to expand and highlight
connections in the local business community. Boardriders Cafe, 22017 Bushard Street (at Banning), was
highlighted for this meeting.
Mayor McKeon announced that applications for businesses interested in participating in Minute with the
Mayor can be found at www.shoplocalhb.com.
COMMUNITY EVENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS (1-Minute Time Limit) Limited to one representative, one
announcement
Love, Surf City Sand Dollars, President, sponsor of the Miss Huntington Beach Annual Scholarship
Pageant and Rose Garden Ceremony, commented on the need to repair the Civic Center Rose Garden
irrigation system.
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Max Daffron, Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce President, announced the Best of HB Gala
Event, February 13, 2026, and the Chamber's Taste of Huntington Beach on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
President Daffron thanked City Council for their business highlight focus.
Andrea Roberson, Surf City Sand Dollars volunteer, commented on the effort required to water the Civic
Center Rose Garden until repairs are made to the irrigation system.
Ashley Wysocki, Director of Community and Library Services, invited the community to the Centered on
the Center Exhibition, Huntington Beach Art Center, January 31 -March 21, 2026. More information
can be found at www.huntingtonbeachartcenter.org.
Jason Schmitt, City Treasurer, announced February's Financial Literacy workshop, at Central Library or
available on-line, focused on Banking Services, February 11 from 5:30 -6:30 PM; the quarterly tax and
investment scam class at the Senior Center and a monthly tax and investment scam class at Central
Library Talbert Room, 6 PM, beginning January 21, 2026.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution)
Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Lisa Lane Barnes announced supplemental
communications received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet which were all
uploaded to the City's website and Councilmember iPads: City Manager's Report Item #12 (staff update
memorandum); Consent Calendar Items #17 (1 email communication}, #20 (1 email communication),
and #21 (updated and signed completion bond).
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDIZED ITEMS (3-Minute Time Limit) -10 Speakers
The number [hh:mm:ss] following the speakers' comments indicates their approximate starting time in
the archived video located at https://huntingtonbeach./egistar.com/Ca/endar.aspx.
Roz Price, commented on the recognition of Robyne Wood's retirement; Consent Calendar Item #19 (26-
032) regarding MOU between City of Huntington Beach and the Art League of Huntington Beach; and
Council Member Items #22 (26-062) regarding naming of Patriot Place at the Civic Center. (00:40:34)
Jim Rossman, American Legion Post 133, commented on Consent Calendar Item #18 (26-037)
regarding MOU between the City of Huntington Beach and American Legion Huntington Beach Post 133.
(00:42:23)
Tim Geddes commented on Consent Calendar Item #16 (26-031) regarding the Annual Review of the
City Code of Ethics. (00:42:49)
Ken Inouye commented on the Patriot Point memorial and on Council Member Item #22 (26-062)
regarding naming of Patriot Place at the Civic Center. (00:44:30)
Unnamed Speaker commented on Consent Calendar Item #16 (26-031) regarding the Annual Review of
the City Code of Ethics. (00:45:30)
Chris Rini commented on consent Calendar Item #17 (26-061) regarding Resolution No. 2026-01
declaring each September 18th as "Kolby Aipa Day". (00:46:35)
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Amory Hanson commented on Council Member Item #22 (26-062) regarding naming of Patriot Place at
the Civic Center. (00:47:29)
Russ Neal commented on City Manager's Report Item #10 (25-928) regarding the FY 2023-2027
Strategic Plan -Biannual Progress Update #4, and the City's on-going legal issues with the State of
California. (00:48:11)
Kathy Carrick commented on City Manager's Report Item #10 (25-928) regarding FY 2023-2027
Strategic Plan -Biannual Progress Update #4. (00:50:38)
Unnamed Speaker commented on Consent Calendar Item #20 (26-011) regarding amending the Holly
Seacliff Specific Plan to rezone the Real Property located at 19026 Goldenwest Street from Industrial (I)
to Commercial (C). (00:52:39)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS -None
AB 1234 REPORTING-None
OPENNESS IN NEGOTIATION DISCLOSURES
Mayor McKeon and Councilmembers Gruel and Williams reported communication with the Huntington
Beach Police Officers' Association (HBPOA).
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
10. 25-928 FY 2023-2027 Strategic Plan -Biannual Progress Update #4
Mayor McKean noted that this report was tabled from November 2026 to allow an appropriate amount of
time for this review.
City Manager Travis Hopkins introduced Assistant City Manager Marissa Sur who provided a PowerPoint
communication titled City of Huntington Beach Strategic Planning 2023-2027, with slides entitled:
Background, Overview of the Plan, Overall Progress as of December 31, 2025, Goal 1: Economic
Development, Goal 2: Fiscal Stability, Goal 3: High Performing Organization, Goal 4: Homelessness,
Goal 5: Housing, Goal 6: Infrastructure Investment, Goal 7: Public Engagement, Goal 8: Public Safety,
Additional City Council Initiatives, and Major Highlights.
Throughout this presentation Mayor McKeon and various Councilmembers shared additional details and
commended those responsible for the progress being made for the various goals. There was also
general discussion on the potential for providing accommodations, housing or possibly sponsorships for
the 2028 Olympics.
11. 26-033 STUDY SESSION regarding entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
with Landify to conduct a feasibility study to enhance an undeveloped area of
Huntington Central Park East
City Manager Travis Hopkins introduced Ashley Wysocki, Community and Library Services Manager who
in turn introduced Chris Cole, Facilities and Development Manager, and Jonathan Bryden, Landify ECT,
President who provided a PowerPoint presentation titled Purpose of Study Session, with slides entitled:
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Landify -Background (2), Landify -Business Model, Landify -What They Do, Project Example,
Proposed Area of Focus, Next Steps (2), and Questions?
Mayor McKean, Councilmembers Gruel, Williams, Kennedy, Burns, Twining and City Attorney Mike
Vigliotta discussed many issues, including the opportunity to reclaim open space; type of contaminants
that may need to be remediated; time-line for project to begin; inclusion of public input for design
elements; confirming Landify would do the research and report back with a plan of action without
requiring any financial commitment from the City; confirming that Landify introduced themselves to
Huntington Beach and City staff are not aware of other organizations that operate on that model; review
of project steps; Landify is paid for providing clean fill and project cost is dictated by the volume of dirt
involved; this project is considered an import site for fresh dirt; the volume of soil actually moved to
prepare the land for the project will determine Landify's actual charge (if any) to the City for completion of
the project; Landify's intent is to cover the cost of the study and the cost of construction for the project to
be built once the land is ready; Landify tries to utilize vendors already known to the City; after an
approved MOU, the City can expect a plan for a clean soil platform which meets all California
environmental requirements; the City cannot develop the project using Landify's model with another
developer; Landify expects to determine within a couple of months after MOU approval whether the
project is feasible; footprint of the Sports Complex does not include the gun range space; consideration
of Measures C and L will be required; another contract will be required to actually develop the property
which would spell out all of the details such as the timeline, environmental analysis and Environmental
Impact Report (EIR); the initial MOU will include consideration of regulatory agencies, such as Measures
C and L, and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) studies to determine project feasibility;
clarification to ensure Landify is aware that the Sports Complex is on land that used to be a mushroom
farm and landfill; and confirmed Landify will proceed to prepare the site if they have all of their costs
covered and can walk away made whole, even if the residents should vote against the project at the end.
12. 26-064 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Updates
City Manager Travis Hopkins introduced Public Works Construction Manager David Fait who presented a
PowerPoint communication titled GIP Project Summary Report, FY23/24 Sewer Lining Project with slides
entitled: Project Summary, Project Benefits and Schedule, Financial Project Summary, and
Conclusion/Photos.
13. 26-068 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Updates
Public Works Construction Manager David Fait presented a PowerPoint communication titled GIP Project
Summary Report, Humboldt Sewer Lift Station with slides entitled: Project Summary, Project Benefits
and Schedule, Financial Project Summary, and Conclusion/Photos.
Councilmembers Burns, Gruel, Manager Fait and Director Vu discussed in further detail size of pipes
involved in the sewer lining project; use of the new ultralight curing process for sewer pipe lining; and
how project contingency amounts are determined. Council members congratulated staff for completing
both CIP projects ahead of schedule and under budget. Councilwoman Van Der Mark commended the
contractor for the Lift Station project and noted when they were finished the construction site was so
clean there was no sign that any construction had taken place.
Councilmember Kennedy confirmed with Director Vu these CIP reports are the fruits of the Transparency
for Taxpayers initiative brought forward by Council.
CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 14 -21)
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Councilmember Burns pulled Item #21 and Mayor McKeon pulled Item #20 for further discussion.
City Clerk
14. 26-077 Approved and Adopted Minutes
A motion was made by Burns, second Van Der Mark to approve and adopt the City Council/Public
Financing Authority regular meeting and Housing Authority, Parking Authority and Successor Agency
special meeting minutes of December 16, 2025.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
15. 26-030
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, McKeon, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
Received and Filed the City Clerk's quarterly listing of professional services
contracts filed in the City Clerk's Office between July 1, 2025 and December 31,
2025
A motion was made by Burns, second Van Der Mark to receive and file the "List of Professional Services
Contracts Approved by Department Heads and Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk during the period
of July 1, 2025 and September 30, 2025"; and receive and file the "List of Professional Services
Contracts Approved by Department Heads and Submitted to the Office of the City Clerk during the period
of October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025."
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
16. 26-031
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, McKean, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
Confirmed Annual Review of the City Code of Ethics
A motion was made by Burns, second Van Der Mark to direct the City Clerk to record in the official
minutes that the City Code of Ethics was presented to the City Council, City Manager, Chairpersons, and
City Department Directors for their review and distribution as required by Resolution No. 2016-73.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
City Manager
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, McKeon, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
17. 26-061 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-01 Declaring Each September 18th as "Kolby Aipa
Day" in the City of Huntington Beach and Repeal Resolution No. 2025-78
Council member Kennedy clarified for the record that some of the wording on this resolution was
amended at the request of the Aipa family and this vote confirms Council's approval of those changes.
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A motion was made by Burns, second Van Der Mark to adopt Resolution No. 2026-01, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Declaring Each September 18th as "Kolby Aipa Day" in
the City of Huntington Beach" and repeal Resolution No. 2025-78.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, McKean, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
Community and Library Services
18. 26-037 Approved and authorized execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
between the City of Huntington Beach and American Legion Huntington Beach Post
133 for the use of City facilities and provision of Veterans Services and terminate all
previous MO Us effective upon the adoption of this MOU
A motion was made by Burns, second Van Der Mark to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute the "Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Huntington Beach and the American
Legion Huntington Beach Post 133 for the use of City facilities and provision of Veterans Services" and
terminate all previous MO Us effective upon the adoption of this MOU.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
19. 26-032
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, McKean, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
Approved and authorized execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
between the City of Huntington Beach and the Art League of Huntington Beach for
use of space at the Huntington Beach Central Library
A motion was made by Burns, second Van Der Mark to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute the "Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Huntington Beach and the Art
League of Huntington Beach for Use of Space at the Huntington Beach Central Library."
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, McKean, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
Community Development
20. 26-011 Adopted Ordinance No. 4345, amending the Holly-Seacliff Specific Plan to Rezone
the Real Property Located at 19026 Goldenwest Street from Industrial (I) to
Commercial (C) (Zoning Text Amendment No. 20-002)
-Approved for Introduction December 16, 2025, by a Vote of 6-0-1 (McKeon
Recused)
Mayor McKean pulled this item to recuse himself from voting due to a financial conflict of interest.
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Mayor Pro Tern Twining noted this item was discussed and approved for introduction December 16,
2025.
A motion was made by Burns, second Van Der Mark to adopt Ordinance No. 4345, "An Ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Amending the Holly-Seacliff Specific Plan to Rezone the
Real Property Located at 19026 Goldenwest Street from Industrial (I) to Commercial (C) (Zoning Text
Amendment No. 20-002)."
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
21. 26-015
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
Accepted a Completion Bond for Building Improvements Associated with 21 and 22
Main Street on the Huntington Beach Pier
Economic Development Manager Kriss Casanova presented a PowerPoint communication titled Accept
a Completion Bond for Building Improvements 21 & 22 Main Street, Huntington Beach Pier, with slides
entitled: Overview, Bond Purpose & City Protection, Project Status & Recommendation, and Thank
you/Questions?
Councilmember Burns pulled this item to address his concern that there is no specified completion date
or deadline included in the Completion Bond, and noted typographical changes needed in the last
paragraph of Page 1. Manager Casanova confirmed the life of the bond is terminated by issuance of the
Notice of Completion and added that the updated construction schedule anticipates completion by the
end of Summer 2026.
Councilmember Burns confirmed with City Attorney Vigliotta that approving this Completion Bond tonight
will have no impact on Council's future determination of whether the project is in default per the contract.
Councilmember Williams and Manager Casanova discussed options for determining the construction
schedule and noted extension of the rent abatement is only for three months. Councilmember Williams
added it seems counterproductive to approve a Completion Bond for a project that may be in default.
Councilmember Kennedy referenced the initial agreement, including the construction table in Exhibit D,
which shows that construction should have been completed by the end of 2025, and he has concern that
the project may be in default.
City Attorney Mike Vigliotta confirmed that the Completion Bond assures that if the project is determined
to be in default, the City can call the bond and use that money to build the project. City Attorney Vigliotta
also clarified that the efficacy of the original contract was not agendized for discussion at this meeting,
and this discussion needs to focus only on the Completion Bond. He added that project work cannot
proceed until the Completion Bond is approved by Council and any delay will set the project back even
further.
Councilmember Kennedy stated his concerns relate to how City leases are being managed, what tenants
are held accountable for, and in this situation not wanting to set a precedent of ignoring deadlines.
Mayor Pro Tern Twining stated his support for approving the Completion Bond so that the project can
proceed with getting permits and starting construction.
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Councilmember Burns and Principal Managing Member Keith Bohr discussed issues related to the delay
in asking for approval of the Completion Bond, including working through three State agencies, Orange
County Health and various City departments.
Mr. Bohr noted that the Completion Bond must be approved before any permits can be issued and
construction started. Staff notified him about six weeks ago that Council needs to approve the
Completion Bond and it has taken until now to get this item on the Agenda. He added there is no upside
benefit to stalling this project and they are interested in moving ahead as quickly as possible because
they have already spent considerable dollars. Mr. Bohr clarified for Councilmember Williams that the
Completion Bond was not needed until it is time to pull permits.
Mayor Pro Tern Twining confirmed with Mr. Bohr they had to get the structural and architectural designs
completed for things like plumbing, electrical, HVAC and mechanical approved by the City before
applying for City permits. Mr. Bohr stated that currently they are in the 5th or 6th round of building plan
checks, a process which started in November of 2024, and reiterated there is no need for the Completion
Bond until plans are approved. He noted that the Coastal Commission wanted to see City approvals
before considering the project, and the approvals also needed to be reviewed by the State's Land Lease
Commission (the Pier is owned by the City, however the sand below it is leased from the State). Mr.
Bohr noted that the Coastal Development Permit was approved by the Commission on November 16,
2023, but was not actually issued until July 31, 2025.
The meeting went into Recess for several minutes for a medical emergency in Council Chambers.
A motion was made by Williams, second Kennedy to TABLE for 2 weeks the decision to accept a
Completion Bond for Building Improvements Associated with 21 and 22 Main Street on the Huntington
Beach Pier, and direct the City Manager to provide a project alignment report to reconcile the project's
current status with the provisions of the Agreement to ensure the partnership remains in good standing.
The motion failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Gruel, Kennedy, and Williams
NOES: Twining, McKeon, Burns, and Van Der Mark
A motion was made by Burns, second Twining to accept the Completion Bond in the amount of $1.3
million for building improvements associated with 21 and 22 Main Street; and authorize the City Engineer
to administer and enforce the bond in accordance with City standards and applicable law, as amended
by Supplemental Communication.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Twining, McKeon, Burns, and Van Der Mark
Gruel, Kennedy, and Williams
COUNCIL MEMBER ITEMS
22. 26-062 Item Submitted by Councilman Burns and Mayor McKean -Naming of Patriot
Place at the Civic Center
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Councilmember Burns introduced this item by describing the area being considered as adjacent to the
existing Desert Storm plaque, 9/11 Memorial and War Memorial at City Hall.
A motion was made by McKean, second Van Der Mark to approve and authorize the naming of the
grassy area along the southern side of the Civic Center to be named Patriot Place at the Civic Center.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Gruel, Kennedy, Twining, McKean, Burns, Van Der Mark, and Williams
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS (3-Minute Time Limit) -9 Speakers
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the archived video located at https:l/huntingtonbeach.Jegistar.com/Calendar.aspx.
Tim Geddes commented on Agenda time changes for public speakers and 2026 City Council elections.
(03:10:33)
Ken Inouye made his comments in honor of his neighbor and friend, the late Colonel Ted Ross, and
commented on the Huntington Beach Housing Element situation. (03: 13:00)
Chris Rini commented on the potential location change for the Huntington Beach International Surfing
Museum. (03: 15:28)
Noah Rhoades commented on the need to improve traffic safety on Beach Boulevard in Huntington
Beach and acknowledged that the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) may have
jurisdiction. (03: 18:21)
Unnamed Speaker commented on the City Manager's Report Items #1 O (25-928) regarding the FY
2023-2027 Strategic Plan Biannual Progress Update #4, and #11 Study Session regarding an MOU with
Landify. (03:20:06)
Dinorah Echavarria commented on her experience regarding finding housing in Huntington Beach.
(03:22:50)
Ryan Owens commented on his experience regarding his vehicle not passing the California smog test
and the unequitable effects of environmental laws. (03:25:59)
Roger Noor commented on a past Los Angeles Sheriff's Department handling of an FBI informant cover
up. (03:28:53)
Unnamed Speaker commented on MacDonald vs US, 1948, and current rampant surveillance.
(03:32:09)
ADJOURNMENT -At 9:24 PM Mayor McKean adjourned to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the
Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in the Civic
Center Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
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