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CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
March 8,2022
City Gouncil Chamber
One Civic Center Plaza
lrvine, CA 92606
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the lrvine City Council was called to order at 4.12 p.m. on March 8,2022, in the City Council Chamber, lrvine Civic Center, One Civic Center Plaza, lrvine, California; Mayor Khan presiding.
ROLL CALL
Present: 5 Councilmember
Councilmember
Councilmember
Vice Mayor
Mayor
Larry Agran
Mike Carroll
Tammy Kim
Anthony Kuo
Farrah N. Khan
Mayor Khan provided the current guidelines for face coverings for members of the public attending the meeting in person; noted additional opportunities to participate in the meeting virtually; and encouraged those providing public comments to be civil, polite, and courteous when addressing one another, City staff, and members of the public.
ln addition, Carl Petersen, City Clerk, provided instructions on how to participate in the meeting; and noted that the e-comment feature had been extended, which allowed members of the public the ability to submit e-comments on all agenda items, which would be included as part of the official record and uploaded to the City's website.
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Mayor Khan also announced that general public comments for the City Council on items not on the agenda would be considered following Council Business items and prior to adjournment.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Carroll led the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION
Reverend Simon Moon from lrvine Onnuri Church provided the invocation
1. PRESENTATIONS
Molly Perry, former lrvine City Clerk, spoke in support of commending Neal Kelley, Orange County Registrar of Voters, and expressed her appreciation for his outstanding service to the community.
1.1 Commend Neal Kelley, Orange County Registrar of Voters Mayor Khan introduced Neal Kelly, Orange County Registrar of Voters, and presented him with a commendation in recognition of his outstanding service to the lrvine and Orange County Community, and wished him well on his upcoming retirement.
1.2 Proclaim March 2022 as "National Women's History
Month"
Mayor Khan introduced Dr. Seema Choudhary, former lrvine Child Care Committee Member, and presented a proclamation recognizing March 2022 as "NationalWomen's History Month.
1.3 Sfafe Legislative Advocate Quarterly Update
Mayor Khan introduced Cori Takkinen, Vice President from Townsend Public Affairs, who provided a brief update on state legislation.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
There was no report.
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AN NOUNCEMENTS/COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCI L REPORTS
Vice Mayor Kuo recognized the following Public Work's employees for their swift efforts in cleaning a large oil spill in the village of El Camino Real:
ln addition, he also recognized Jim Herber, General Manager of the Orange County Sanitation District, for receiving the 2022 Excellence in Advocacy Achievement Award; and Councilmember Kim for her role and advocacy in expanding library services, which include a Bookmobile in two City locations.
Vice Mayor Kuo also made the following announcements:
Vice Mayor Kuo recently attended the lrvine Public Schools Foundation's 25th Anniversary and Fundraiser event in support of lrvine Unified School District schools, which was held on March 5,2022; and a Sweet Shade Community Park site visit with State Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris, along with Community Services staff and two members of the City's executive team.
University High School's upcoming closing performance of "Sponge Bob Square Pants" will be held on March 10-12,2022 at 7:00 p.m.
March 6-12, 2022 has been designated as "Orange County's Restaurant Week. For add itional i nformation, visit ocre sta u ra ntwee k. co m/i ru i ne.
Councilmember Kim made the following announcements
Ralph Ahn, Korean American Community Leader, passed away on February 26,2022 at the age of 96.
Nithin Tarthasarathy, Northwood High School Senior, recently received the prestigious award of Regeneron Scholar finalist.
Orange County Public Library is currently offering a book mail delivery service called "zip books," which includes free shipping. Additional information can be found online at ocpl.org/zipbooks.
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Mayor Khan made the following announcements
Members of the community are invited to attend the annual State of the City address on Wednesday, March 9 at the lrvine Barclay Theatre. Mayor Khan will share accomplishments of the past year and plans for 2022. A public reception will begin at 5 p.m., with the address starting at 6 p.m. For information, visit cifyo fi rui ne. org
Members of the community are also invited to attend a live jazz pertormance at Great Park on Sunday, March 13,2022 from 1 to 3 p.m. The concert is part of Jammin' in the Palm Court, a series of three outdoor events supporting the current Great Park Gallery exhibition, 52nd Sfreef; Jazz and the Photography of William Gottlieb. The free exhibition celebrating historic jazzpertormers will be in the gallery from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. For more information and add itiona I ga llery hours, visit yo u rg re atp ark. o rg/arts.
The City of lrvine has joined cities around the world in showing support for the country and people of Ukraine. The clock tower at the lrvine Civic Center will be lit in blue and yellow in solidarity. For those in the community who want to help, visit usaid.gov for a list of organizations assisting with relief efforts.
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As part of the We Are lrvine campaign highlighting diversity, equity, and inclusion, a City webpage was created to spotlight current and upcoming celebrations and observances of community members and residents. This month, the webpage provides information on Women's History Month, Deaf History Month, lrish American Heritage Month, World Down Syndrome Day, and several cultural and religious holidays. For additional information, visit cityofi ru i n e. o rg /d e i spotl i g h t.
Councilmember Agran made the following announcements
The upcoming State of the City Address would be the first to be held at the City-owned Barclay Theatre.
Councilmember Agran recently participated at the "lnvest in our Future" community event presented by the lrvine Climate Culture, held online on February 28,2022. The next event will be held on March 14 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Registration information can be found online at bently\iruineclimate coalition.
Councilmember Agran also expressed his appreciation to the University of California, lrvine Public lnterest Research Group for the opportunity to speak at its rally on the value of electric cars, which plays an integral role fulfilling the City's carbon omission goals; and requested support for the placement of a comprehensive presentation related to the Orange County Power Authority on the agenda at the next City Council meeting.
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ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
There were no additions or deletions to the agenda
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
March 8.2022
ACTION: Moved by Vice Mayor Kuo, seconded by Councilmember Kim, and unanimously carried to approve Consent Calendar ltem Nos. 2.1 through 2.7,with the exception of Consent Galendar ltem No. 2.8, which was removed for separate discussion.
2.1 MINUTES
ACTION:
1) Approved the minutes of the special meeting of the lrvine City Council held on February 8,2022.
2) Approved the minutes of the regular meeting of the lrvine City Council held on February 8,2022.
2.2 PROCLAMATTO^,S
ACTION:
1) Proclaimed March 7, 2022, as "COVID-19 Victims and
Survivors Memorial Day"
2) Proclaimed March 12,2022, as "National Girl Scout Day"
2.3 WARRANT AND WRE TRA'VSFER RESOLUTION
ACTION:
Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 22-16 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA,
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND
SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE
TO BE PAID
2.4 F'A'D''VGS ALLOWING FOR REMOTE PARTICIPATION IN
PUBLTC MEETTNGS IASSEMBLY BILL 361)
ACTION:
Declared that the findings made in RESOLUTION NO. 21-68 - ''A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IRVINE, CALIFORNIA, MAKING FINDINGS NECESSARY
FOR REMOTE PARTICIPATION IN PUBLIC MEETINGS OF
LEGISLATIVE BODIES OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, AS
AUTHORIZED BY ASSEMBLY BILL 361" remain valid and
applicable, so as to allow for remote participation in public meetings for the next 30 days.
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2.5 QUITCLAIM OF A STREET AND UTILITY EASEMENT IN
WOODBURY EAST
ACTION:
Authorized the Mayor to execute a quitclaim deed
relinquishing easements on private property no longer needed for street and utility purposes.
2.6 NOTICE OF PENDING APPROVAL FOR TRACT MAPS IN
GREAT PARK NEIGHBORHOODS (HERITAGE FIELDS EL
TORO, LLC)
ACTION:
Received and filed
2.7 COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FUND GRANT NOMINATIONS
ACTION:
Approved Mayor Khan's request for Community Partnership Fund Grant Nominations to the following organizations in support of program costs:
a) Ektaa Center ($5OO¡
b) OMID Multicultural lnstitute for Development ($5OO¡
c) OC Asian American Senior Citizens ($5OO¡
d) lrvine Girls SoftballAssociation ($500)
2.8 NOTICE OF INTENT TO OVERRULE THE ORANGE COUNTY
AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISS'Oru'S DETERMINATION OF
,'VCO'VS'STENCY TO THE HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE
(00832121-PGA)
This item was removed for separate discussion at the request of Councilmember Kuo, who expressed concern that the agenda item was non-routine in nature.
Marika Poynter, Principal Planner, presented the staff report and responded to questions. Oliver C. Chi, City Manager, also responded to questions.
Oliver Chi, City Manager responded to Council comments and directed staff to provide additional information. Further briefings were presented by Marika Poynter, Assistant Planner for Council recommended action.
There was no City Council discussion
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3. PUBLIC HEARINGS
3.1 4. COUNCIL BUSINESS
4.1 ACTION: Moved by Vice Mayor Kuo, seconded by
Councilmember Garroll, and unanimously carried to:
Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 22-17 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRVINE, CALIFORNIA,
NOTIFYING THE ORANGE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE
COMMISSION AND THE STATE DIVISION OF
AERONAUTICS OF THE CITY'S INTENTION TO FIND THAT
THE GENERAL PLAN 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT
UPDATE IS CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSES OF THE
STATE AERONAUTICS ACT AND OVERRULE THE
ORANGE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION'S
DETERMINATION THAT THE HOUSING ELEMENT
UPDATE IS INCONSISTENTWITH THE 2OO8 JOHN WAYNE
AIRPORT ENVIRONS LAND USE PLAN
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THIS ITEM WAS MOVED TO CO'VSENT CALENDAR ITEM NO.
2.8 CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY VICE MAYOR KUO AND
COUNCILMEMBER CARROLL TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION
EXPRESS''VG SUPPORT FOR THE 'BRAND.HUANG.
MENDOZA TRIPARTISAN LAND USE INITIATIVE"
This item was agendized at the request of Vice Mayor Kuo and Councilmember, who provided a brief summary of the proposed initiative.
City Council discussion included: noting that the proposed California Constitutional amendment had been suspended for 2022;
expressed concern about the provisions of Senate Bill 9; suggested contacting local legislators for support to amend Senate Bill g in a way that protects the City of lrvine and local control; and suggested continuing the item to a future City Council meeting to allow for additional information and the status of the proposed initiative.
Doug Elliott, lrvine resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed initiative.
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4.2 March 8.2022
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Carroll, seconded by Vice Mayor Kuo, and unanimously carried to:
Continue the item to a future City Council meeting
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY MAYOR KHAN AND
COUNCILMEMBER KIM TO D'SCUSS
''VCREAS'A'GH OM EOWN ERS H I P O PPO RT U NIT'ES''V I RVI N E This item was agendized at the request of Mayor Khan and Councilmember Kim, who asked for City Council support to direct City staff to return with policy options that prioritize owner-occupied housing in lrvine, limit investor purchased housing, and identifying incentive programs for communities to build wealth through homeownership, including firsltime homebuyer assistance programs.
City Councildiscussion included noting similar issues and measures in Vancouver.
Doug Elliott, lrvine resident, spoke in support of increasing homeownership opportunities in the City of lrvine.
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Khan, seconded by Councilmember
Kim, and unanimously carried to:
AGTION:
Direct City staff to return to the City Council with policy options that prioritize owner-occupied housing in lrvine, limit investor purchased housing, and identify incentive programs for communities to build wealth through homeownership
i ncl ud in g fi rst-time homebuyer assistance prog ra ms.
Following discussion, Councilmember Kim made a friendly amendment to the motion.
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ACTION: A friendly amendment was made by Councilmember
Kim, accepted by Mayor Khan as the maker of the motion, seconded by Councilmember Kim, and unanimously carried to:
ACTION:
Direct City staff to return to the City Council with policy options that prioritize owner-occupied housing in lrvine, limit investor purchased housing, and identify investor ownership and incentive programs for communities to build wealth
through homeownership including first-time homebuyer
assistance programs as amended to also include a definition of "investor ownership."
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Dee Fox, lrvine resident, spoke in opposition to a legal matter related to Councilmember Carroll.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Gouncilmember Carroll, seconded by Gouncilmember Kim, and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at 5:35 p.m.
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