Council/PFA Regular Minutes
November 16, 2021
Sean Crumby, Public Works Director, stated Mark has been with the City for over 30 years, and after six promotions is now Wastewater Supervisor. As an example of Mark's commitment, Director Crumby described how about 15 years ago Mark actually retrieved a prosthetic eye in the sewer system for a resident.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATIONS (Received After Agenda Distribution) Pursuant to the Brown "Open Meetings" Act, City Clerk Robin Estanislau announced supplemental communications received by her office following distribution of the Council Agenda packet.
Consent Calendar
#23 (21-868) Communication received regarding revising and redesigning the City's website.
Administrative Items
#21 (21-852) PowerPoint presentation entitled "Purchase 2 Tesla Model Y for Police Department" submitted by Sean Crumby , Director of Public Works .
#25 (21-863) Communication submitted by Travis Hopkins , Assistant City Manager submitting an amendment to Ordinance Nos. 4240 , 4244 and 4241.
Email communication received regarding introduction of Ordinance No. 4240 amending HBMC 2.102 Environmental & Sustainability Board.
#26 (21-875) PowerPoint presentation entitled "Downtown Urban Design Study Huntington Beach , CA" submitted by Ursula Luna-Reynosa, Director of Community Development.
Two (2) email communications received regarding solicitation of proposals to redesign Main Street and the extension of the temporary closure of the second block of Main Street.
#27 (21-877) Communication submitted by Chris Slama , Community and Library Services Director, submitting a revised staff report, including Recommended Action Option C (Revised Conceptual Design) for Edison Park .
PowerPoint presentation entitled "Edison Park Conceptual Plan" submitted by Chris Slama, Director of Community and Library Services.
Communication submitted by Chris Slama, Community and Library Services Director , submitting a revised staff report, including Recommended Action Option Band attachments (Conceptual Designs for Options A and B).
Thirty-six (36) email communications regarding the Edison Park Reconfiguration Conceptual Plan .
#28 (21-880) PowerPoint presentation entitled " Introduction of Proposed Memoranda of Understanding with Huntington Beach Firefighters ' Association and Fire Management Association" submitted by Brittany Mello , Interim Administrative Services Director .
Communication submitted by Brittany Mello , Interim Administrative Services Director, submitting a legislative draft of the MOU between the City and the Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA) .
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
November 16, 2021
Mayor Carr stated that Downtown is the "Welcome Mat" for Huntington Beach, and her support for a plan which will incorporate all of downtown and make it consistent and cohesive, including Pier Plaza. Mayor Carr asked why those businesses that signed the petition presented by Mr. Bolen object to the City spending millions of dollars to improve the area.
Mayor Carr confirmed with Director Luna-Reynosa that the project is expected to require a Coastal Development Permit, but should not have to go before the Coastal Commission unless there is an appeal.
Mayor Carr stated there may be parking space considerations if the City can continue to offer transportation options like Circuit. She shared her interest in the flexible plaza option for Second Block, as well as ensuring input from every property and business owner. Mayor Carr agrees there may be safety issues regarding incorporating one-way vehicle traffic, but that will be studied as the project moves forward.
Councilmember Posey recommended Councilmembers read a report written by Southern California Association of Government (SCAG) and Orange County Business Council (OCBC) entitled Infill Refill Opportunities which analyzes under-performing and low-performing retail space in four cities , including Huntin·gton Beach.
A motion was made by Carr , second Delgleize to direct staff to solicit proposals to prepare construction documents for a Main Street Plaza Scheme reconfiguration; and direct staff to extend the temporary closure of the second block of Main Street to vehicular traffic during the reconfiguration evaluation.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
Bolton, Delgleize, Carr, Posey, Moser , and Kalmick
Peterson
27. 21-877 Approved Revised Edison Park Reconfiguration Conceptual Plan "Option C" submitted via Supplemental Communication
City Manager Chi introduced Director of Community and Library Services Chris Slama and Tamara McClory, RJM Design Group , who presented a PowerPoint communication titled Edison Park Conceptual Plan with slides entitled : Project Purpose, Project Timeline, Community Outreach - Outreach Advertising, Community Outreach, Virtual Online Survey #1, Virtual Online Survey #1 Results, Virtual Online Survey #2, Virtual Online Survey #2 Results, In Person Community Workshop, In Person Community Design Charette (3), Community Outreach, Group Composite Plan, Group Consensus Plan, Virtual Online Feedback Survey, Utilize Group Plan Template, Conceptual Plan Option A, Tennis I Pickleball Court Layout, What's A Pump Track?, Refinements to Conceptual Plan A, Conceptual Plan Option B, Additional Neighbor Concerns Raised, Areas of Residents Concern, Concerns Assessed, Response Option Developed, Conceptual Plan Option C, Next Steps, City Council Options , and Thank You.
City Attorney Michael Gates noted for the record that this project may require a Measure C analysis, which means residents must be given the right to vote on proposed construction on beach or park land which exceeds a specific dollar amount.
Mayor Pro Tern Delgleize and Director Slama discussed the adjacent land owned by the Huntington Beach School District, or former Kettler Elementary School, which includes three softball fields ; parking options ; replacement tree policy; and community outreach efforts .
Council/PFA Regular Minutes
November 16, 2021
Councilmember Peterson stated his support for Option C and suggested staff ensure more people are in the communication loop.
Councilmember Posey expressed appreciation for the detailed report, efforts for community communication and knowing that new trees will replace any that must be removed . Councilmember Posey and Director Slama discussed funding options, and that at this time with so many variables , there is no way to estimate the cost.
Councilmember Posey suggested that the wood from trees that must be removed possibly be recycled into park amenities such as benches . He further stated that the majority of park development funds come from developer fees.
Councilmember Bolton suggested a link be established between the City's website directly to the Edison Park project website to make the project website easier to access. Councilmember Bolton and Director Slama discussed exploring whether any of the existing impacted trees could be relocated .
Councilmember Kalmick confirmed with Director Slama it is anticipated that there will be a net of more than 100 trees for this project. There was discussion that if the Huntington Beach School District were to put a road through a portion of Edison Park it would require City approval, and presently there has not been any discussions on that possibility.
Councilmember Kalmick and Director Slama continued their discussion on dual use of playing fields which will be accessible open green space when there is no practice or games; Southern California Edison (SCE) easements; repurposing and relocating courts on landfill; entrance change; and possible impact of Measure C requirements.
Councilmember Moser stated her appreciation for staff and RJM Design Group response to neighborhood concerns. She stated her support for Option C; and appreciation for knowing that there will be a net of more trees than will be removed; effort for reciprocal parking arrangements; the need for better outreach ; and continued public input as the project moves forward .
Mayor Carr, Director Slama and Ms. McClory discussed the current number of parking spaces vs. Option C parking spaces; options to prevent overnight use; timing for lights; placement and use of picnic tables; the design process will include ADA compliance; the pump track priority during feedback; and recognition of how various activity options could impact the number of trees or amount of green space.
Mayor Carr suggested future outreach include door-to-door efforts, and expressed her concerns about ensuring there are soccer playing fields for next Fall. Director Slama stated there was never any expectation that the City would provide soccer playing fields for next fall , and added that AYSO, Huntington Beach School District and City staff are in continued discussions to determine appropriate solutions.
Mayor Pro Tern Delgleize and Ms. McClory discussed additional geotechnical studies and testing may be required to confirm cause of the settling issues and possible refinement of the plan.
Mayor Pro Tern Delgleize confirmed with City Attorney Gates that until a more specific plan is in place Measure C impacts are unknown, but it is important to be aware of Measure C requirements moving forward.
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Councilmember Moser confirmed with Director Slama that plans do include peace and calm spaces , especially during the day, and discuss ion on the plan for newer , more modern lights which are more directional and focused , as well as additional trees to increase the perimeter buffer.
A motion was made by Delgleize, second Carr to approve the final Edison Park reconfiguration conceptual plan (Option CJ, and authorize staff to move forward with initiating development of the design and bid package for construction of the updated facility .
The motion, as amended by Supplemental Communication (Option CJ carried by the following vote:
AYES :
NOES:
Peterson , Bolton, Delgleize, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Kalmick None
Pursuant to Resolution No. 2015-46, at approximately 10:50 PM a consensus of Council was reached to continue the meeting past the hour of 11 :00 PM.
28. 21 -880 Approved Introduction of the Proposed Memorandum of Understanding Between the Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association (HBFA) and the City of Huntington Beach for July 1, 2021, through December 31, 2023
City Manager Chi introduced Interim Director of Administrative Services Brittany Mello and Fire Chief Haberle who presented a PowerPoint communication titled Introduction of Proposed Memoranda of Understanding with Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association and Fire Management Association with slides entitled : Overview, Proposed Memoranda of Understanding, FY 2021122 Fiscal Impact, FY 2022123 Fiscal Impact, FY 2023124 Fiscal Impact, and City Council Options .
Councilmember Peterson stated that this was the only bargaining unit which offered to give up any increase during the City's financial troubles a few years ago, adding that he is happy to support proposed Memorandum of Understandings (MOUs) for both the HBFA and FMA.
Councilmember Posey stated his agreement with Councilmember Peterson's comments, and added that as pay and benefits decline there is the risk of losing good talent to other agencies , and he supports this effort to ensure Huntington Beach is able to retain the best and brightest staff.
Councilmember Kalmick commended these frontline workers for their extra efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and stated his support for keeping Huntington Beach competitive .
A motion was made by Peterson, second Delgleize to approve the introduction of the proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the Huntington Beach Firefighters' Association and the City of Huntington Beach for the period of July 1, 2021, through December 31 , 2023 .
The motion carried by the following vote :
AYES :
NOES:
Peterson , Bolton, Delgleize, Carr, Posey, Moser, and Kalmick None
29. 21-889 Approved Introduction of the Proposed Memorandum of Understanding Between the Huntington Beach Fire Management Association (FMA) and the City of Huntington Beach for July 1, 2021, through December 31, 2023