MINUTES
CITY OF HALF MOON BAY CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2022
VIRTUAL VIA ZOOM MEETING (COVID-19 PROTOCOLS)
CONVENE REGULAR MEETING / ROLL CALL
Mayor Ruddock called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmembers Brownstone, Jimenez, and Rarback, Vice Mayor Penrose, and Mayor Ruddock
PUBLIC FORUM
The following individuals addressed the Council:
• Krystlyn Giedt
• Bill Balson
• Mike Ferreira
• Deborah Penrose
• Candy
• Maria Vega
• John Ullom
PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
None.
MAYOR’S ANNOUNCEMENTS OF COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Mayor Ruddock announced the Peninsula Clean Energy rebates and mentioned the recent Coastal Commission hearing on short term rentals.
REPORT OUT FROM RECENT CLOSED SESSION MEETING
None.
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CITY MANAGER UPDATES TO COUNCIL
PUMPKIN FESTIVAL RECAP
City Manager Chidester provided a recap of the recent Pumpkin Festival.
Mayor Ruddock commended the music performers and Vice Mayor Penrose reminded the community of the benefits to the non-profit organizations.
SEWER UPDATE
City Manager Chidester responded to allegations made regarding the Sewer Fund on October 4, 2022, indicating use of fund was appropriate.
HOMELESSNESS GRANT
Community Services Analyst Acosta provided an update on the City’s application to the San Mateo Board of Supervisors American Rescue Plan Act Working Together to End Homelessness Grant.
ELECTIONS NIGHT OUT REMINDER
Communications Director / City Clerk Blair reminded residents of the Elections Night Out event on October 27, 2022, at the Half Moon Bay Library; Vote Center locations; and the Congresswoman Speier Celebrating Democracy event.
FRENCHMAN’S CREEK NEIGHBORHOOD PARK POP-UP INFORMATIONAL EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT Interim Deputy City Manager Doughty provided an update on the Concept Plan and Community Event on November 5, 2022.
AGE FRIENDLY CITIES UPDATE
Administrative Services Director Lopez provided an update on the Age Friendly Half Moon Bay Coastside Coalition.
Sandy Winter, Senior Coastsiders, explained the 8 Domains of Livability and Age Friendly efforts.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR
1.A WAIVE READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
1.B RE-RATIFICATION OF RESOLUTION TO CONTINUE HOLDING PUBLIC MEETINGS REMOTELY (AB 361)
1.C RECEIPT OF LEGISLATIVE POSITION LETTERS
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1.D WARRANTS FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2022
1.E RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR EASTSIDE PARALLEL TRAIL NORTH – SEGMENT 4 (CIP NO. 619)
MOTION
Councilmember Brownstone moved and Councilmember Rarback seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar. The question was called and the motion carried unanimously.
2. ORDINANCES AND PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
3. RESOLUTION AND STAFF REPORTS
3.A PROPOSED ART DONATION – KEN PAUL LOZADA WOOD SCULPTURES Administrative Services Director Lopez presented the staff report.
Lois White, daughter of Ken Paul Lozada, thanked the Council and Ken Paul Art Group, for their support.
The following individual addressed the Council:
• Bill Balson
MOTION
Vice Mayor Penrose moved and Councilmember Brownstone seconded a motion to adopt a resolution: 1. Accepting the donation of “Innocence” and “Artemis Toe” wood sculptures created by the late Ken Paul Lozada, a Half Moon Bay resident and accomplished artist; and 2.
Affirming the placement of the sculptures in the Half Moon Bay Public Library Garden; and 3.
Authorizing Public Works staff to develop a plan for permanent installation. The question was called and the motion carried unanimously.
3.B PROPOSED ART DONATION – THE SPIRIT OF LIFE BELL SCULPTURE Interim Deputy City Manager Doughty presented the staff report.
The following individuals addressed the Council:
• Erin Tormey
• Bill Balson
• Joyce Logan
The Council discussed the item and provided recommendations.
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MOTION
Councilmember Brownstone moved and Councilmember Rarback seconded a motion to, by resolution: 1. Accept a loan of “The Spirit of Life Bell” sculpture created by Silvio J. Modena Jr., a Half Moon Bay resident and accomplished artist; and 2. Affirm the temporary placement of the sculpture in the City Hall parking lot through April 1, 2023 in honor of Mr. Modena’s service to his country and for the service of all Coastside veterans; and 3. Accept the donation of the “The Spirit of Life Bell” sculpture contingent on City Council approval of placement of the sculpture; and direct staff to: 1. Development of concept plans for a new public space utilizing the existing drive aisle and parking lot located south of the City Hall building; and 2. Design of the space to focus on “Service to Country and Community” with the sculpture being made part of the space design; and 3. Allowing Kikuchi + Kankel Design Group and community members to assist in the initial conceptual design work. The question was called and the motion carried unanimously.
RECESS
Mayor Ruddock called a recess at 8:55 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:00 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
3.C CONTINUED STUDY SESSION – FEEDING OF WILDLIFE
Interim Deputy City Manager Doughty and Nicole Weaver, Peninsula Humane Society, presented the staff report.
The following individuals addressed the Council:
• Bill Balson
• Leanne Tarling
• Sandy Kelly
• Zoom User
• Margaret Gosset
The Council asked questions and discussed the matter.
COMMISSION / COMMITTEE UPDATES
None.
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Rarback discussed the recent Midcoast Community Council meeting.
Mayor Ruddock discussed her attendance at the City / County Association of Governments meeting regarding the micro mobility pilot project and equity project.
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FUTURE ITEMS
Mayor Ruddock reassured Councilmember Jimenez that staff was working on bringing back a discussion on unleashed dogs on Poplar Beach.
Mayor Ruddock discussed the need for additional Pickleball court time. Vice Mayor Penrose concurred.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ruddock adjourned the meeting in honor of Sylvio Medina at 10:00 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted: Approved:
Jessica Blair, City Clerk Debbie Ruddock, Mayor