1 OCTOBER 2024 ACTIVITY REPORT FOR REGIONAL AGENCIES AND CITY BOARDS,
COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS (BCC)
October 1-4, 2024 Updates / Actions
Zoning Administrator
1st & 3rd Wed., Monthly, 1:30
PM
City Hall Council Chambers
Department: Community
Development
Meeting Date: 10/2/24
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 24-015 (HEARTS AND HALOS VETERINARY END OF LIFE FACILITY, CONTINUED FROM THE SEPTEMBER 18, 2024, ZONING ADMINISTRATOR MEETING) - REQUEST: To operate a veterinary hospital/end of life and aftercare facility within an existing 10,080 sq. ft. industrial building and to allow for a reduced parking based on the results of a parking demand analysis. - Approved
SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 24-013 (AT&T WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY) - REQUEST: To permit the installation and co-location of an unmanned wireless communications facility on an existing Southern California Edison utility tower. The project includes installing (9) Panel antennas, (9) RRU's, (3) DC9 Surge Suppressors and (1) 2' Microwave on the existing SCE Tower, and a 325 sq. ft., 8’-high split-face block equipment enclosure under the tower to secure equipment. – Approved
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 23-015/SPECIAL PERMIT NO. 24-002 (PHO RESIDENCE) - REQUEST: To permit the construction of a new 2,873 sq. ft., 3-story single family residence at an overall height of 35 ft. consisting of 3-bedrooms, 2-1/2 bathrooms, and a 2- car garage. The request includes a Special Permit for a reduced upper-story setback on the front elevation. - Approved
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 21-017 AND COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 21-014 (DOAN RESIDENCE) - REQUEST:
To construct a 5,980 sq. ft. three-story single-family residence at an overall height of 30 ft. with a 725 sq. ft. four-car garage, 315 sq. ft. of patio covers, 137 sq. ft. second floor balcony, 352 sq. ft. of third floor decks, and a 1,193 sq. ft. attached accessory dwelling unit on a vacant lot. – Approved
Independence Day Executive
Board
1st Wed. Monthly, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall Lower Level B-8
Meeting Date: 10/2/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: Independence Day Board members discussed and ultimately approved a theme for the 2025 Independence Day events. Chair Kowal advised that 2025 is the
2 OCTOBER 2024 ACTIVITY REPORT FOR REGIONAL AGENCIES AND CITY BOARDS,
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Department: Community &
Library Services
250th anniversary of the Marines and the Navy, so the Board unanimously voted to honor our military history with the theme "Legacy of Bravery". The Event Contractor will now begin work on the 2025 event activations and sponsorship deck utilizing the approved theme.
October 7-11, 2024 Updates / Actions
Planning Commission
2nd & 4th Tues., Monthly,
6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers
Department: Community
Development
Meeting Date: 10/8/2024
Summary of Action or Discussion: Cancelled
Sunset Beach Local Coastal
Program Review Board
2nd Tues., Monthly 7:30 PM
Nobles Family Community
Center
Department: Community
Development
Meeting Date: 10/8/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: REVISIONS TO PHAM MIXED USE BUILDING (CUP 21-011)
REQUEST: To review revisions to the architectural style and floor plan layout to a previously approved 4,630 sq. ft. three-story mixed use building at an overall height of 33 ft. The project includes an approximately 2,359 sq. ft. commercial hotel operated on the first and second floors, and the owner/operator will occupy a 1,560 sq. ft. two bedroom residential unit on the first floor. The approved CUP included a conceptual approval for a Coastal Development Permit by the Coastal Commission. - Approved
Economic Development
Committee
2nd Wed., Every Other Month,
3:30 p.m., City Hall Lower Level,
B-8
Department: Community
Development
Meeting Date: 10/9/2024
Summary of Action or Discussion: Cancelled
Community & Library Services
Commission
2nd Wed., Monthly 6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers
Meeting Date: 10/9/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: The Meadowlark Charity Golf Tournament opportunity drawing was held through a bing-ball style selection process. Christ Lutheran was selected as the 2025 non-
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Department: Community &
Library Services
profit charity golf tournament with Bolsa Chica Conservancy selected as an alternate. Staff presented the 2024 Summer Recap of the Community & Library Services Department's programs, events and services. A list of upcoming events was provided for Commissioners information.
Design Review Board (DRB)
2nd Thurs. Monthly, 3:30 p.m.,
City Hall Lower Level, B-8
Department: Community
Development
Meeting Date: 10/10/24
Summary of Action or Discussion: Cancelled
October 14-18, 2024 Updates / Actions
Zoning Administrator
1st & 3rd Wed., Monthly, 1:30
PM
City Hall Council Chambers
Department: Community
Development
Meeting Date: 10/16/2024
Summary of Action or Discussion: Cancelled
Historic Resources Board
3rd Wed. Monthly, 5:00 PM
City Hall Lower Level, B-7
Department: Community &
Library Services
Meeting Date: 10/16/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action: New Member, Mr. Alan Ray attended.
Discussed Surf City Nights turn out. No new business
Intergovernmental Relations
Committee
3rd Wed., Monthly, 4:00 p.m.
Department: City Manager's
Office
Meeting Date: 10/16/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: The City's federal lobbyist informed IRC that the capitol activity will resume after the 11/5 election. The Continuing Resolution is in effect until 12/20. $200M has been set aside for transportation and mobility for the LA28 Olympics. The City's state lobbyists discussed bills that were signed by the governor that may affect Huntington Beach, AB2561, SB 1243 which modifies the Levine Act, and SB148.
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Citizen Infrastructure Advisory
Board (CIAB) / Public Works
Commission
3rd Wed., Monthly, 5:00 PM
Utilities Yard
Department: Public Works
Meeting Date: 10/16/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: The Commission approved the July 17, 2024 meeting minutes. The commission received an update on the Pavement Management Program's Zone Maintenance
Program. The commission received an informational report on the Public Works Department's American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self Evaluation and Transition Plan.
Homeless Task Force
3rd Wednesday, 3:00 p.m.,
City Hall Lower Level, B-7
Department: Police
Meeting Date: 10/16/2024
Summary of Action or Discussion: Homeless and Behavioral Health staff discussed recent updates and success stories, including the opening of Permanent Supportive Housing Sites in Orange County resulting in several long-term Huntington Beach clients being placed into housing. Staff also discussed facilities maintenance at the Huntington Beach Navigation Center.
Police Department Homeless Task Force staff discussed upcoming staffing changes, success stories, and the recent installation of city- specific "No Loitering / No Camping" signs under the Beach Blvd. / 405 overpass, which required cooperative efforts between the City, CalTrans and CHP.
West O.C. Water Board
(WOCWB)
3rd Wednesday, 4:00 PM
(January, April, July and October)
Utilities Operations Building,
19001 Huntington St.
Meeting Date: 10/16/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: In addition to regular business, staff provided an update on the Cathodic Protection Program, recommending that funds in the approved FY 2024/25 budget be repurposed to perform a condition assessment on OC-9 and OC-35.
The Board voted 4-0 in favor of staff's recommendation.
Personnel Commission
3rd Wed., Quarterly,
(January, April, July, October),
5:30 p.m.
City Hall Lower Level B-8
Department: HR
Meeting Date: 10/16/2024
Summary of Action or Discussion: Cancelled
October 21-25, 2024 Updates / Actions
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Planning Commission
2nd & 4th Tues., Monthly,
6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers
Department: Community
Development
Meeting Date: 10/22/24
Summary of Action or Discussion: Cancelled
Communications Committee
4th Tues., Monthly 3:30 p.m.,
City Hall, 4th Floor
Department: City Manager's
Office
Meeting Date: 10/22/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: Discussed social media performance/stats, reviewed upcoming content for HBTV & new programming for HBTV, as well as reviewed upcoming fall events.
Finance Commission
Every 4th Wednesday, Monthly,
5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
Department: Finance
Meeting Date: 10/23/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: The Commission voted to approve the September 25, 2024 minutes. Discussion of the City working with Visit HB and the LA28 Olympics Committee to potentially bring Olympic events to Huntington Beach; the Finance Department Accounting Team working with auditors on the FY 2023-24 Year-end Update; and formation of the Meadowlark Golf Course Task Force.
Investment Advisory Board
4th Thur. Quarterly,
(January, April, July, October),
5:00 p.m.
Department: City Treasurer
Meeting Date: 10/24/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: The Board reviewed The City Treasurer's drafted September 2024 Quarterly Report. The Investment Advisory Board members decided to present the City Council with the Annual Report as a recap of the topics covered in 2024. The City Treasurer presented the drafted City of Huntington Beach Statement of Investment Policy for 2025.
Harbour Commission
4th Thurs. Monthly, 5:00 p.m.,
City Hall Lower Level, B-8
Department: Fire
Meeting Date: 10/24/2024
Link to Meeting Details
Summary of Action or Discussion: The Commission received a presentation on the Anaheim Bay-Huntington Harbour trash reduction efforts by OC Stormwater Compliance. They also reviewed Municipal Code Chapters 13.32. 13.36, 13.40 and 13.44,
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all of which pertain to Huntington Harbour. Updates were received from the Vessels and Watercraft, Water Quality and Policy Ad Hoc Committees.
October 28-31, 2024 Updates / Actions
***No Reportable Activity***
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Community & Regional Agencies - Updates Website
Association of California Cities (ACCOC)
Strickland
https://www.accoc.org/
ACCOC Legislative - Regulatory Committee
Bolton
https://www.accoc.org/legislative-regulatory
California Coastal Coalition (CalCoast) Board
2-3 meetings/year, various places
www.calcoast.org
City Selection Committee
(held w/League of Cities OC Division meeting)
https://cob.ocgov.com/boards-commissions-
committees/city-selection-committee
Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce
Government Affairs Committee
Quarterly, meeting time varies.
Golden West College, 15744 Golden West St.
Admin Bldg. 4-Room137
https://hbchamber.com/advocacy
League of California Cities - OC Executive
Board
https://www.calcities.org/get-
involved/regional-divisions/orange-county-
division
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League of California Cities - Environmental
Quality Committee
https://www.calcities.org/advocacy/policy-
areas-and-committees/environmental-quality
O.C. Council of Governments (OCCOG)
4th Thurs., Monthly, 10:30 AM
Irvine City Hall
City Council Chambers
1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine
https://www.occog.com/
O.C. Housing Finance Trust Fund https://ochft.org/
O.C. Mosquito and Vector Control District https://www.ocvector.org/board-meetings O.C Emergency Medical Care Committee https://ochealthinfo.com/providers- partners/emergency-medical-
services/committees-groups/emergency-
medical-care-committee
O.C. Sanitation District (OCSD)
Board of Directors
(Plus Committee assigned by Chair)
4th Wed of every month, 6:00 PM,
Virtual Meeting via Zoom /
OCSD Administrative Office
10844 Ellis Ave., Fountain Valley, CA
https://www.ocsan.gov/about-us/board-of-
directors
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Orange County Power Authority (OCPA)
Term: Four (4) years
2nd Tues, 10 AM, Monthly
Virtual Meeting via Zoom
https://www.ocpower.org/
OCTA Citizen Advisory Committee https://www.octa.net/about/about- octa/public-committees/citizens-advisory-
committee/overview/
Santa Ana River Flood Protection Agency
(SARFPA)
Executive Committee Meetings: 4th Thurs,
4:00 PM, January, March, May, July,
September Via Zoom
Full Agency Meetings: June, November
https://ocip.ocpublicworks.com/service-
areas/oc-infrastructure-programs/santa-
ana-river-project/santa-ana-river-flood-
protection-0
Southern California Association of
Governments (SCAG)
Regional Council District 64 Delegate*
1st Thurs of every month, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Virtual Meeting / SCAG Office, Downtown L.A.
https://scag.ca.gov/
SCAG - Emerging Technology Committee https://scag.ca.gov/emerging-technologies- committee
Visit Huntington Beach Advocacy Committee
Monthly, usually Tuesday at 3:30 PM but
varies. Virtual Meeting via Zoom /
VHB Office, 155 Fifth Street, Suite 111,
Huntington Beach
https://www.surfcityusa.com/about-
us/transparency-accountability/