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City of Hermosa Beach
Meeting Minutes - Final
City Council
Mayor
Ray Jackson
Mayor Pro Tem
Justin Massey
Councilmembers
Dean Francois
Rob Saemann
Mike Detoy
Tuesday, May 23, 2023 5:00 PM
Closed Session - 5:00 PM
Open Session - 6:00 PM
5:00 PM - CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Jackson called the Closed Session to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
City Clerk Myra Maravilla announced a quorum.
Mayor Pro Tem Massey was not present in the Chamber at the time the roll was called. City Attorney Patrick Donegan confirmed Mayor Pro Tem Massey was present for the entirety of the Closed Session.
Mayor Jackson, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, Councilmember Francois, Councilmember Saemann, and Councilmember Detoy
Present: 5 -
Absent: 0
PUBLIC COMMENT ON THE CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
No Public Comment was provided for the Closed Session agenda.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:03 p.m. a) 23-0320 MINUTES: Approval of minutes of Closed Session held on May 9, 2023.
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b) 23-0321 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL:
Anticipated Litigation - (Paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) and paragraph (2) of subdivision (e) of Government Code section 54956.9)
The City finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open session will prejudice the City in the litigation.
Significant exposure to civil litigation* (1case) -
a. Delay Claim by EBS General Engineering, Inc. (“EBS”): Pacific Coast Highway Improvements at Aviation Blvd & Pier Ave. EBS has alleged it suffered damages related to delay in finishing the project. *Significant exposure to civil litigation means that there exists facts and circumstances where the City may face a lawsuit. This does not mean that any potential lawsuit is meritorious or that there is a significant risk that the City will not prevail in any possible lawsuit.
6:00 PM - OPEN SESSION
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Jackson called the Open Session to order at 6:01 p.m.
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Eva Asiddao.
III. ROLL CALL
City Clerk Maravilla announced a quorum.
Mayor Jackson, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, Councilmember Francois, Councilmember Saemann, and Councilmember Detoy
Present: 5 -
Absent: 0
IV. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Patrick Donegan provided a Closed Session Report. No reportable action was taken. It was announced that Mayor Pro Tem Massey was in attendance for the entirety of the Closed Session.
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS - UPCOMING CITY EVENTS
Councilmember Saemann announced the Hermosa Beach Fine Arts Festival will take place at the Community Center June 9th and June 10th.
On June 9th, the artists will be available for a meet and greet at the Hermosa Beach Museum.
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Mayor Jackson thanked the community for coming together to participate in the Julian Katz Bike Corral event. He shared information for the Say Gay South Bay Fundraiser on June 3rd from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. He invited the community to participate in the Reagan Library Excursion on June 9th; and provided information about the Hermosa Beach Fine Arts Festival.
VI. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Pro Tem Massey requested to continue Consent Calendar Item "q" to a date uncertain at staff's discretion and continue Public Hearing Item "a" to the June 13, 2023 meeting.
Councilmember Francois provided comments.
Mayor Pro Tem Massey provided comments.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, seconded by Councilmember Detoy to continue Consent Calendar item "q" to a date uncertain at staff's discretion and continue Public Hearing item 13 "a" to the City Council meeting on June 13, 2023. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Mayor Jackson, Massey, Francois, Saemann, and Detoy
Absent: 0
VII. PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS
a) 23-0293 PRESENTATION FROM
MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING (MADD)
Mayor Jackson introduced Rose Zapata, MADD Program Specialist, who provided a presentation.
Mayor Jackson provided comments.
Councilmember Detoy provided comments.
Mayor Pro Tem Massey provided comments.
Councilmember Francois provided comments.
Councilmember Saemann provided comments.
b) 23-0294 RECOGNIZING LEADERSHIP HERMOSA
BEACH EMERGING LEADERS
Mayor Jackson invited Leadership Hermosa and Becky Cheng from Assemblymember Muratsuchi's Office to the podium to speak about the City of Hermosa Beach Page 3 Printed on 6/13/2023
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Emerging Leader Awards.
Mayor Jackson introduced Eva Asiddao, awardee of the Youth Emerging Leader Award.
Mayor Jackson introduced Kaci McCrossen, awardee of the Adult Emerging Leader Award.
Mayor Jackson introduced Higher Grounds, awardee of the Organization Emerging Leader Award.
Becky Cheng spoke and recognized the Emerging Leader awardees on behalf of Assemblymember Muratsuchi's office.
VIII. CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Suja Lowenthal provided a City Manager Update. a) 23-0297 POLICE CHIEF UPDATE
Police Chief Paul LeBaron provided a Police Chief Update.
Mayor Jackson provided comments.
Councilmember Francois provided comments.
City Manager Lowenthal provided information.
Public Works Director Joe SanClemente provided information.
IX. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
In Person Public Comment:
Viki Garcia
Alexis Slafer
Denny Lennon
Jeff Smith
Joe Gura
Sarah Mae Harper
Trent Larson
Virtual Public Comment:
Tony Higgins
Kent Allen
Matt McCool
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Mayor Pro Tem Massey provided comments.
Councilmember Francois provided comments.
Mayor Jackson provided comments.
a) 23-0314 WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, seconded by Councilmember Detoy to receive and file the written communication. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Mayor Jackson, Massey, Francois, Saemann, and Detoy
Absent: 0
X. CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
a) 23-0298 UPDATES FROM CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEES
AND STANDING COMMITTEE DELEGATES/ALTERNATES
Councilmember Saemann provided a brief update about the West Basin Municipal Water District meeting he attended and provided an update about the annual student exchange program through the Sister City Association. He spoke about the Skechers shoe and socks donation to the Casa Hogar, a children's orphanage.
Councilmember Francois provided an update about the West Basin Municipal Water District meeting he attended and his attendance to the Airport LAX Roundtable meeting. He provided a brief summary about the Fiesta subcommittee and provided comments about the cover charge for the beer garden.
Mayor Jackson wished the TJ a happy birthday and thanked the Public Works team for their work. He reported on the SCAG and California Contract Cities Association conferences.
XI. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Francois pulled item "m" from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Approval of the Consent Calendar
A motion was made by Councilmember Detoy, seconded by Councilmember Saemann, to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of item "m." The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5 - Mayor Jackson, Massey, Francois, Saemann, and Detoy
Absent: 0
a) 23-0315 WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES ON THE AGENDA (City Clerk Myra Maravilla)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. b) REPORT
23-0300
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
(City Clerk Myra Maravilla)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. c) REPORT
23-0304
CHECK REGISTERS
(Finance Director Viki Copeland)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. d) REPORT
23-0309
MEMORANDUM REGARDING REVENUE REPORT, EXPENDITURE
REPORT, AND CIP REPORT BY PROJECT FOR APRIL 2023
(Finance Director Viki Copeland)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. e) REPORT
23-0284
ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS
(Finance Director Viki Copeland)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. f) REPORT
23-0310
MEMORANDUM REGARDING CITY TREASURER’S REPORT
AND CASH BALANCE REPORT FOR APRIL 2023
(City Treasurer Karen Nowicki)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. g) REPORT
23-0283
CANCELLATION OF CERTAIN CHECKS
(City Treasurer Karen Nowicki)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. h) REPORT
23-0303
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM STATUS REPORT
AS OF MAY 10, 2023
(Public Works Director Joe SanClemente)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar.
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i) REPORT
23-0306
ACTION MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION
MEETING OF MARCH 15, 2023
(Public Works Director Joe SanClemente)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. j) REPORT
23-0299
PLANNING COMMISSION TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA
(Community Development Director Carrie Tai)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. k) REPORT
23-0318
ACTION MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 16, 2023
(Community Development Director Carrie Tai)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. l) REPORT
23-0311
SOUTH BAY WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
QUARTERLY SUMMARY
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. n) REPORT
23-0286
AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP 617
CIVIC CENTER CHARGING STATIONS
(Environmental Programs Manager Douglas Krauss)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. o) REPORT
23-0307
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
PERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR
CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEES
(Human Resources Manager Vanessa Godinez)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. p) REPORT
23-0308
RECOMMENDATION TO REJECT CLAIM
(Human Resources Manager Vanessa Godinez)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar. q) REPORT
23-0291
APPROVAL OF THE COMMENCEMENT OF SPECIAL EVENT
LONG-TERM AGREEMENT NEGOTIATIONS
(Community Resources Manager Lisa Nichols)
The City Council continued this item to a date uncertain during the approval of the agenda.
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r) REPORT
23-0305
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 23-XXXX OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH,
CALIFORNIA INCREASING PARKING METER RATES AND
FINDING THE SAME EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
(Finance Director Viki Copeland)
A motion was made to approve recommendation on the Consent Calendar.
XII. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION m) REPORT
23-0285
ENDORSEMENT OF ARAKELIAN ENTERPRISES, INC’S
(DBA ATHENS SERVICES) REQUEST FOR AN ANNUAL
RATE ADJUSTMENT TO THE MAXIMUM RATES
FOR SOLID WASTE SERVICES
(Environmental Programs Manager Douglas Krauss)
Councilmember Francois asked various questions.
City Manager Lowenthal and Environmental Programs Manager Kraus responded to questions.
Christian Warner, Athens Senior Vice President, provided information.
Councilmember Detoy asked various questions.
Mayor Jackson provided comments.
Virtual Public Comment:
Kent Allen
Matt McCool
Councilmember Saemann provided comments.
Athens Senior Vice President Christian Warner provided additional information.
A motion was made by Councilmember Detoy, seconded by Councilmember Saemann to endorse the proposed service rate adjustment from Arakelian Enterprises, Inc. (DBA Athens Services) at amounts not to exceed the attached rate schedule effective July 1, 2023. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Mayor Jackson, Massey, Francois, Saemann, and Detoy
Absent: 0
XIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS - TO COMMENCE AT 6:30 P.M.
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a) REPORT
23-0322
ADOPT ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING
PERMANENT OUTDOOR PERMIT PROGRAMS AND
DOWNTOWN LANE RECONFIGURATIONS AND
ACCOMPANYING RESOLUTIONS
(Environmental Programs Manager Doug Krauss)
This item was continued to the City Council meeting of June 13, 2023 during the approval of the agenda.
XIV. MUNICIPAL MATTERS
a) REPORT
23-0290
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST TO PLACE A PLAQUE ON CITY
PROPERTY HONORING LOS ANGELES COUNTY LIFEGUARDS
(Community Resources Manager Lisa Nichols)
Community Resources Manager Lisa Nichols provided a staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Massey provided a comment.
In Person Public Comment:
Scott Davey
Councilmember Saemann asked various questions and expressed interest in serving on the subcommittee.
Councilmember Francois asked various questions and expressed interest in serving on the subcommittee.
Mayor Pro Tem provided comments.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, seconded by Councilmember Detoy to appoint Councilmember Francois and Councilmember Saemann to the subcommittee to review the request to place a plaque on City property honoring Los Angeles County Lifeguards previously awarded Lifetime Achievement Recognition through the International Surf Festival’s Medal of Valor Ceremony; and direct the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission to establish a subcommittee to provide a recommendation to the City Council. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Mayor Jackson, Massey, Francois, Saemann, and Detoy
Absent: 0
b) REPORT
23-0282
APPROVAL OF SECOND AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH
4LEAF, INC FOR ON-CALL STAFF AUGMENTATION SERVICES FOR
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
(Community Development Director Carrie Tai)
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Community Development Director Carrie Tai provided a staff report.
Councilmember Detoy provided comments.
Councilmember Francois asked various questions.
City Manager Lowenthal provided comments.
Virtual Public Comment:
Laura Pena
Mayor Jackson provided comments.
Councilmember Francois provided comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Detoy, seconded by Councilmember Saemann to approve the proposed second amendment to an agreement with 4LEAF, Inc. for staff augmentation services to increase the not-to-exceed amount by $115,000, resulting in a total not-to exceed amount of $190,000; and authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the attached second amendment subject to approval by the City Attorney. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Mayor Jackson, Massey, Francois, Saemann, and Detoy
Absent: 0
c) REPORT
23-0256
AWARD OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
TO UPDATE THE CITY’S LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
TO EMERGENCY PLANNING CONSULTANTS
(Deputy City Manager Angela Crespi)
Deputy City Manager Crespi provided a staff report.
Virtual Public Comment:
Matt McCool
Councilmember Francois provided comments about approving staff recommendation.
Mayor Pro Tem Massey provided comments.
A motion was made by Councilmember Francois, seconded by Councilmember Saemann to award a contract to Emergency Planning Consultants to update the City's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan at a not-to-exceed amount $52,500 for a term of one year ending May 23, 2024; and appropriate $16,015 in the General Fund from the Prospective Expenditures account to cover the non-federal match; and authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest to the proposed agreement, subject to approval by the City Attorney. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5 - Mayor Jackson, Massey, Francois, Saemann, and Detoy
Absent: 0
d) REPORT
23-0272
AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE RECTANGULAR
RAPID-FLASHINGBEACONS FROM
NEXTECH SYSTEMS, INC.
(Public Works Director Joe SanClemente)
Public Works Director Joe SanClemente provided a staff report.
Councilmember Saemann asked various questions.
Virtual Public Comment:
Kent Allen
Matt McCool
A motion was made by Councilmember Detoy, seconded by Councilmember Saemann to authorize the purchase of rectangular rapid-flashing beacons from NexTech Systems, Inc. in the amount of $129,771.08 plus taxes for a total amount of $142,099.33; and authorize the Director of Public Works to establish a contingency amount of $10,000 for purchasing additional parts as needed during installation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Mayor Jackson, Massey, Francois, Saemann, and Detoy
Absent: 0
XV. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Detoy requested a staff report about the Blue Star Memorial Program on Pacific Coast Highway. Mayor Jackson and Councilmember Saemann supported this item.
a) REPORT
23-0317
TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Jackson adjourned the meeting at 9:12 p.m.
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