LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting
June 21, 2022
7:00 p.m. - Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL - Mayor Gennawey called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Elaine Gennawey- Present
Mayor Pro Tem Sandy Rains - Present
Council Member Kelly Jennings - Present
Council Member Rischi Paul Sharma - Present
Council Member Fred Minagar - Present
INVOCATION - Anne Cooling, First Church of Christ, Scientists PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Scout Troop 700
PRESENTATIONS
1. Kid of the Month Presentation
Mayor Gennawey presented a certificate to Elijah Melton recognizing him for the card he wrote to first responders of the Coastal Fire. She thanked Elijah on behalf of the City Council for his willingness to spread joy to the community through his sense of humor.
Proclamation Recognizing Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Water Safety Campaigns
Mayor Gennawey presented a proclamation to Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Battalion Chief Justin Neville recognizing OCFA's Water Safety Campaigns. She thanked Battalion Chief Neville on behalf of the City Council for his service to the community and for highlighting such an important initiative.
3. Deputy Fiance Luna Niguel Police Services Deputy of the Year Recipient, Mayor Gennawey presented a certificate to Orange County Sheriff's Department (OCSD) Deputy Frank De Leo recognizing him as recipient of the Laguna Niguel Police Services 2021 Deputy of the Year Award. She thanked Deputy De Leo for his service to the community.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Irene Bowie spoke on her concerns with the maintenance and oversight of the Seaview Overlook Trail.
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 7 June 21, 2022 Lynn Ling spoke on lessons learned from the Coastal Fire.
Mayor Gennawey closed general Public Comments.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A MOTION was made by Mayor Pro Tem Rains, seconded by Council Member Jennings, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Motion carried 5-0.
1. Warrants of June 21, 2022
Approved as written.
2. Payroll Summary Register
Approved as written.
3. Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting on June 7, 2022, and the Regular City Council Meeting on June 7, 2022
Approved as written.
Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Maintenance Services Agreement for Storm Drain System Video Detection and Cleaning with Pro Pipe, Inc.
Approved Amendment No. 1 to the Maintenance Services Agreement for Storm Drain System Video Detection and Cleaning with Hoffman Southwest Corp., dba Professional Pipe Services (Pro-Pipe) to extend the term from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 for the not-to-exceed amount of $210,000 per year;
Recognized the official corporation name change from Hoffman Southwest, Corp., dba Professional Pipe Services (Pro-Pipe) to Pro Pipe, Inc., as certified with the Secretary of State;
3. Authorized a not-to-exceed 20% contingency per year of the total contract in the amount of $42,000 for unforeseen conditions or extra work and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to approve additional work for a total not-to-exceed amount of $252,000 per year, if needed; and, Authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 and future amendments to the Maintenance Services Agreement with Pro Pipe, Inc., subject to the City Attorney making non-substantive changes.
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5. Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Maintenance Services Agreement with Nature's Image Inc. to Provide Wetlands and Habitat Maintenance for the City of Laguna Niguel
Approved Amendment No. 2 to the Maintenance Services Agreement for Wetland and Habitat Maintenance with Nature's Image, Inc. to extend the term from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 for the not-to-exceed amount of $163,217 per year; and,
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 and future amendments to the Maintenance Services Agreement with Nature's Image, Inc., subject to the City Attorney making non-substantive changes.
6. Approval of Plans and Specifications for the Annual Residential Overlay Program Fiscal Year 2021-22, Cash Contract No. 21-33, and Authorization to Advertise the Project for Bids
Approved the Plans and Specifications for the Annual Residential Overlay Program Fiscal Year 2021-22, Cash Contract No. 21-33; and,
2. Authorized staff to advertise the project for bids.
Approval of Plans and Specifications for the Annual Residential Overlay Program Fiscal Year 2022-23, Cash Contract No. 22-13, and Authorization to Advertise the Project for Bids
Approved the Plans and Specifications for the Annual Residential Overlay Program Fiscal Year 2022-23, Cash Contract No. 22-13; and, Authorized staff to advertise the project for bids.
Annual Review of Traffic Controls for Schools
Approved the modification of signs that prohibit stopping or unloading on southbound Chapparosa Park Road between Seaglen Drive and Saltaire from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM on school days; Approved the modification of signs that prohibit parking on eastbound Adelanto Drive between Crown Valley Parkway and Via Acaso Drive from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, and for the public parking area frequently utilized by pickleball court users, from 7:00 to 9:00 AM and from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM on school days; and,
Directed Police Services to continue enforcement efforts in and around the schools.
Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-1400, Approving the City of Laguna Niguel Personnel Rules and Regulations
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 7 June 21, 2022 Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1400, Approving the City of Laguna Niguel Personnel Rules and Regulations.
10. Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-1393, Adopting a List of Projects for Fisca Year 2022-23 Funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of Approved the recommended list of projects for Fiscal Year 2022-23 to be funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017; and, Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1393, Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2022-23 Funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
11. Orange County Transportation Authority OC Go (Measure M2) Eligibilit ackade Submitta
Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1394, adopting a Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2022-23 through 2028-29 for compliance with the Measure M2 eligibility requirements;
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1395, concerning the status and update of the Pavement Management Program for the City of Laguna Niguel; and, Directed staff to submit the City's OC Go (Measure M2) Eligibility Package to the Orange County Transportation Authority prior to June 30, 2022.
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PUBLIC HEARING
1. Environmental Impact Report EIR 22-01, General Plan Amendment GPA 19- 01, Zone Change ZC 19-01, Zoning Code Amendment ZCA 19-01, Site Development Permit SDP 19-03, Use Permit UP 19-22, and Vesting Tentative Tract Map VTTM 19024 (City Center Mixed-Use Project) - A request to develop a new mixed-use project consisting of approximately 158,600 square feet of commercial space (e.g., retail shops, restaurants, office space), a new community library (approximately 16,300 square feet), 275 residential apartment homes, parking structure, and extensive walkable open spaces, paseos, and plazas. The project site is approximately 25 acres in area and is located adjacent to City Hall, directly west of the Crown Valley Parkway and Alicia Parkway intersection.
Development Services Manager Morgan provided a report and PowerPoint presentation entitled "Laguna Niguel City Center Mixed-Use Project." Bryon Ward, Consultant from Burnham Ward Properties, and Chris Payne, Consultant from Sares Regis Group, also provided a report and PowerPoint presentation entitled "Laguna Niguel City Center." County Librarian for the County of Orange, Julie Quillman, also provided a report.
Discussion continued between Development Services Manager Morgan, Consultants Ward and Payne, and Council Members.
Consultants responded to City Council questions regarding mitigation measures, traffic studies, EIR and responses, building height, topography, residential construction, library, pedestrian experience, historical aspects, and use of commercial and office spaces.
Mayor Gennawey opened the Public Hearing at 8:47 p.m.
John Ulrich spoke in favor of the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
Scott Alevy spoke in favor of the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
Paul Whitelock spoke in favor of the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
Jordon Sisson spoke in opposition to the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
Stephanie Oddo spoke in favor of the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
Peggy Shwartz spoke in favor of the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
Janice Sherertz spoke in favor of the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
Sara Nuss-Galles spoke in opposition to the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
Mayor Gennawey closed the Public Hearing at 9:11 p.m.
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 7 June 21, 2022 Members of the City Council expressed their support for the project noting it meets the strategic plan goals of the City and provides various public benefits including the library.
The City Council concurred that the official name of the project should be the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
Development Services Manager Morgan provided a timeline of the project and City Manager Letourneau stated that the City hopes to have a groundbreaking ceremony in the early-summer of 2023.
A MOTION was made by Council Member Minagar, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Rains to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-1396, certifying Environmental Impact Report EIR 22-01 (SCH No. 2019110083) and adopting CEQA Findings of Fact, a Statement of Overriding Considerations, and associated Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program;
Adopt Resolution No. 2022-1397, approving General Plan Amendment 19- 01;
Waive full reading and introduced Ordinance No. 2022-216 by title:
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-216
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING ZONING
CODE AMENDMENT ZCA 19-01 (CITY CENTER MIXED-
USE PROJECT)
Direct that the proposed Ordinance, with any changes to it, be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting and adopt the Ordinance at that meeting;
4. Waive full reading and introduced Ordinance No. 2022-217 by title:
ORDINANCE NO. 2022-217
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING ZONE CHANGE
ZC 19-01 (CITY CENTER MIXED-USE PROJECT)
Direct that the proposed Ordinance, with any changes to it, be placed on the agenda for the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting and adopt the Ordinance at that meeting;
5. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-1398, approving Vesting Tentative Tract Map 19024, including extension, subject to conditions; and
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 7 June 21, 2022 Adopt Resolution No. 2022-1399, approving Site Development Permit SDP 19-03 and Use Permit UP 19-22, subject to conditions.
Motion carried unanimously by the following Roll Call vote:
Ayes: Council Members Jennings, Sharma, Minagar, Mayor Pro Tem Rains, and Mayor Gennawey.
OTHER BUSINESS/COUNCIL REPORTS
1. Council Reports
Council Member Jennings reported on various events she attended and thanked Parks and Recreation Director Rivera and his staff for all their efforts. She wished everyone a Happy 4th of July.
Mayor Pro Tem Rains encouraged everyone to attend upcoming summer events happening within the City. She also encouraged the Council and City Staff to continue to look into affordable housing projects for the City.
Mayor Gennawey provided a summary on agenda items approved at the meeting and noted the significance of passing the Laguna Niguel City Center project.
2. City Manager Report/Department Reports
There were no Department reports.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Gennawey adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 9:42 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Thy M. Merritt
Deputy City Clerk
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