PLACENTIA CITY COUNCIL
PLACENTIA CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
PLACENTIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PLACENTIA INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
PLACENTIA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA - CLOSED SESSION
March 15, 2022
5:30 p.m. — City Council Chambers
401 E. Chapman Avenue, Placentia, CA
SPECIAL PROCEDURES NOTICE
On March 4, 2020, pursuant to California Government Code Section 8625, Governor Newsom declared a State of Emergency as a result of the threat of the COVID-19 virus.
On September 17, 2021, Governor Newsom signed AB 361, which went into immediate effect as urgency legislation. AB 361 added subsection (e) to Section 54953 to authorize legislative bodies to conduct remote meetings provided the legislative body makes specified findings. As of February 9, 2022 it was reported that the COVID-19 pandemic had killed more than 81,811 Californians. Social distancing measures decrease the chance of the spread of COVID-19.
Given the health risks associated with COVID-19, please be advised that while the City Council Chambers are open to the public, some or all of the Placentia City Council Members may attend this meeting via teleconference. Those locations are not listed on the agenda and are not accessible to the public.
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How to Submit Public Comment
Members of the public may provide public comment in person or comments may be sent for City Council consideration by email to the City Clerk at cityclerk@placentia_org. Please limit submitted comments to 200 words or less. Comments received before or during a Council meeting, until the close of the Oral Communications portion of the agenda, may not be read during the City Council meeting but will be summarized in the public record and are subject to the regular time limitations per speaker. Longer submittals will be included in the public record. If you are unable to provide your comments in writing, please contact the City Clerk's Office for assistance at (714) 993-8231.
Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodation
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's Office at cit clerk lacentia.or or by calling (714) 993- 8231. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will generally enable City Staff to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility while maintaining public safety. (28 CFR 35.102.35.104 ADA Title II)
Until further notice the City will implement the guidelines of the California Department of Public Health regarding social distancing.
The City of Placentia thanks you in advance for taking all precautions to prevent the spread of the COVID- 19 virus.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Shader called the meeting to order at 5:29 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember/Board Member Green, Smith, Yamaguchi, Wanke, Shader ABSENT: None
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mayor Shader opened Oral Communications for the Closed Session. City Clerk McKinnell stated that the City Clerk's Office had received no public comment for the Closed Session.
The City Council and Boards of Directors recessed to the City Council Caucus Room for the purpose of conducting their Closed Session proceedings on the following:
1. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property: 312 S. Melrose Street
Agency Negotiator: Damien R. Arrula, City Administrator Negotiating Party: Damien R. Arrula, City Administrator Under Negotiations: Price and Terms of Payment
2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property: 320 S. Walnut Avenue
Agency Negotiator: Damien R. Arrula, City Administrator Negotiating Party: Mission De Fe, Property Owner
Under Negotiations: Price and Terms of Payment
RECESS: The City Council and Boards of Directors recessed to their 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Shader called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember/Board Member Green, Smith, Yamaguchi, Wanke, Shader ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT:
City Attorney/Authority Counsel Christian Bettenhausen; City Administrator Damien Arrula; Deputy City Administrator Rosanna Ramirez; Deputy City Administrator Luis Estevez; Police Chief Brad Butts; Fire Department Battalion Chief Jon Muir; Interim Director of Finance Stephen Erlandson; Director of Community Services Karen Crocker; Director of Development Services Joe Lambert; Assistant to the City Administrator/Economic Development Manager Jeannette Ortega; City Treasurer Kevin Larson; City Clerk Robert McKinnell; Deputy City Clerk Karen O'Leary INVOCATION: Sterling Bennett
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Placentia Veterans Advisory Committee Member Meredith Castillo PRESENTATIONS:
Presentation on Henry the Therapy Dog and Peer Support Crisis Comfort Canine Presenter: Steve Booth, Handler and Retired Orange County Sheriff's Deputy Mayor Shader introduced retired Orange County Sheriff's Sergeant Steve Booth who gave a presentation on his service with Henry the Therapy Dog as a peer support crisis comfort team. Mayor Shader presented a Placentia Clean and Kind Award and proclamation to Mr. Booth recognizing his service and kindness to the residents of Placentia, Orange County, the State of California, and beyond.
2. Presentation on the Orange County Fourth District Health Fair Event on April 9, 2022 Presenter: Jesus Gaona Perez, Field Representative, Office of Chairman Doug Chaffee, Supervisor, Fourth District
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Mayor Shader introduced Jesus Gaona Perez, Field Representative from the Office of Orange County Supervisor Doug Chaffee, who presented information on the Orange County Fourth District Health Fair event on April 9, 2022.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
City Attorney/Authority Counsel Bettenhausen stated that there were two (2) items on the Closed Session agenda and there was nothing further to report.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT
City Administrator Arrula introduced Dispatcher Joseph Vo. Joseph previously worked for Care Ambulance Service as an emergency medical technician (EMT) and a dispatcher and recently completed the Placentia Public Safety Communications training program.
City Administrator Arrula called up Planning Technician Kathrine Kuo. Kathrine attended UC Irvine and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Urban Studies and previously worked as an intern in the Development Services Department at the City of Placentia before being hired as the full-time Planning Technician.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Amanda Smits, Placentia business owner, spoke in support of continuing outdoor business operations in Placentia.
Placentia resident Joshua Correa spoke briefly about the Placentia tragedy, offered his condolences to the family affected by the loss, and read Psalm 107. He commented on the final City Council district map.
City Clerk McKinnell read one (1) email that was received from Kevin Larson and Vivian Perez, co-chairs of the Placentia Community Foundation, in support of Item 1.j., the Memorandum of Understanding with the Placentia Community Foundation for the Kraemer Memorial Park Fountain and Plaza Legacy Brick Program.
CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Wanke expressed his condolences to those impacted by the tragedy at Kraemer Middle School, especially the children and students. He thanked all the first responders that provided support.
Councilmember Yamaguchi commented on his attendance at the Placentia Library Friends Foundation Authors Luncheon Fundraiser, an upcoming shred event at City Hall, a number of City commission and committee vacancies, and his visits to all the businesses in District 3 that have offered outdoor dining.
Councilmember Green offered his condolences to those affected by the Kraemer Middle School tragedy.
Councilmember Green announced that the City of Placentia was inviting Placentia residents and businesses to participate in a free community Shredding and E -Waste Recycling event on Saturday, April 9, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Civic Center. There was a limit of four (4) banker box sized containers from each household or business located in Placentia. Residents were asked to please place items in the trunk for easy access, and to remove material from binders before shredding. Attan Recycling would be present to collect e -waste. For more information about accepted a -waste items, those interested could visit www.placentia.org or call the Public Works Department at (714) 993-8123.
Councilmember Green wished everyone a Happy St. Patrick's Day and mentioned that on Thursdays at 4:15 p.m. the Placentia Veterans Advisory Board members perform a flag lowering at the Veterans Monument in the Civic Center Courtyard. He discussed the City Council Retreat that was held on March 10, 2022 and noted his attendance at the Mojave Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution awards ceremony where Placentia resident Dan Chaney was recognized with a community service award and Troy High School student Ariana Perez was the winner of the Patriots of the American Revolution American History essay contest. Councilmember Green noted that he attended a quarterly meeting with 4th District Supervisor Doug Chaffee and the City Administrator's Brown Bag update for Staff.
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Councilmember Smith mentioned his attendance at a meeting of the Transportation Committee of the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), a community meeting dealing with parking in the Old Town Placentia area, and the Placentia Library Friends Foundation Authors Luncheon Fundraiser.
He spoke about the establishment and mission of the Historic Preservation Ad -Hoc Committee. He noted his attendance at a meeting of the Santa Fe Merchants Association, a League of California Cities Mayors and Council Member Roundtable, the City Council goal setting retreat, a joint use meeting with the Placentia Library District, the City Administrator's Brown Bag lunch and update, a Placentia K-9 Foundation shooting competition fundraiser, and a Police and Fire swearing in and promotion ceremony.
Councilmember Smith announced that the City is seeking input from the community on a new citywide sign program. The goal was to improve the identity of Placentia, facilitate wayfinding to popular destinations, and provide civic information to celebrate and position the community to attract citizens, visitors, and new businesses. Those interested in taking the survey could visit the City's website at www.121acentia.org .
Mayor Shader offered her condolences to Kraemer Middle School's principal, students, and teachers. She mentioned her attendance at a State of the City meeting, a Smart Cities Ad -Hoc Committee meeting, and a meeting of the Placentia Regional Navigation Center Board, a community meeting in Old Town Placentia regarding parking issues, a visit to Sacramento with the Association of California Cities - Orange County (ACC -OC) where she had an opportunity to speak with elected officials. She mentioned that she presented certificates to five (5) Placentia young men who achieved Eagle Scout rank.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1.a. through 1.1.):
Shader pulled Item 1.j., and Yamaguchi pulled Item 1.k., for further discussion. Motion by Shader, seconded by Green, and carried a (5-0, Yamaguchi abstained on Item 1.h.) vote to approve the remaining Consent Calendar items., as recommended.
1.a. Consideration to Waive Reading in Full of all Ordinances and Resolutions Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: Approve
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.b. Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting: March 1, 2022
Recommended Action: Approve
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.c. City Fiscal Year 2021-22 Register for March 15, 2022 Check Register
Fiscal Impact: $324,633.05
Electronic Disbursement Register
Fiscal Impact: $1,046,376.65
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Receive and file
Received and filed, as recommended)
1.d. Making the Legally Required Findings to Continue to Authorize the Conduct of Remote "'Telephonic" Meetings during the State of Emergency Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve Resolution R-2022-12, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California, making the legally required findings to continue to authorize the conduct of remote "telephonic" meetings during the state of emergency.
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
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1.e. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 0-2022-02, Adjusting the Boundaries of the City Council Districts and Adopting a New Council District Map Based on the Results of the 2020 U.S. Census With the Adjusted Boundaries and Identification Number of Each Electoral District
Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Waive full reading, by title only, and adopt Ordinance No. 0-2022-02, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California, adjusting the boundaries of the City Council districts and adopting a new council district map based on the results of the 2020 U.S. Census with the adjusted boundaries and identification number of each electoral district.
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.f. Pre -annexation and Property Tax Exchange Agreement with the County of Orange for the Annexation of County "Hamer Island"
Fiscal Impact: Upon recordation of an approved annexation the City will receive half of the County's General Fund share of property tax revenue and all the Structural Fire Fund revenues collected from within "Hamer Island" amounting to approximately $131,873 per year as well as a one-time compensation from the County of Orange of $1,500,000 to be used for public improvements and maintenance projects.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Adopt Resolution No. R-2022-13, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California, approving annexation and property tax exchange agreement for County unincorporated Hamer Island; and
2) Authorize the City Administrator and/or his designee to execute all necessary documents, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.g. Approval of Final Tract Map No. 19104 for the Development of an Approximate
5.6 Acre Site with 139 Residential Townhome Units Located at 443 and 455 Van Buren Street
Fiscal Impact; There is no fiscal impact associated with the recommended actions.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve Final Tract Map No. 19104, subject to final review and approval by the County Surveyor; and
2) Accept the offers of easement dedication for emergency access, and accept the easement dedications for the Public Roadway and Utility improvements; and 3) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Subdivision Improvement Agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney for public improvements associated with Tract Map 19104; and
4) Authorize the City Clerk to sign Final Tract Map No. 19104.
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.h. Resolution Authorizing Temporary Suspension of Regulatory Ordinances Pertaining to the Operation of the Placentia Chamber of Commerce Jazz Festival Event Fundraiser on Munoz Athletic Field at Placentia Champions Sports Complex on Sunday, May 15, 2022, Pending Receipt of Approved Insurance Documents Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve an agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney with the Placentia Chamber of Commerce to host the Placentia Jazz Festival fundraising event on the Munoz Athletic Field at the Placentia Champions Sports Complex and authorize the City Administrator or designee to execute all applicable documents; and 2) Adopt Resolution R-2022-14, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California, authorizing the temporary suspension of Regulatory Ordinance Sections
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Placentia Jazz Festival fundraising event on May 15, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Placentia Champions Sports Complex located at 505 Jefferson Street.
Approved 4-0-0-1, as recommended, Yamaguchi abstained)
1.i. Acceptance of Construction Work and Notice of Completion for the Renovation of the Koch Park Restrooms, CIP Project No. 7103
Fiscal Impact: Budget: $95,000.00 CIP Project Budget
Expense: $83,382.45 Construction Contract
4,388.55 Retention Funds
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Accept the work performed by Garza Construction Inc. for the Koch Park interior restrooms project, CIP project No. 7103 in the amount of $87,771.00; and 2) Authorize the City Administrator to file a Notice of Completion with the Orange County Clerk -Recorder's Office for the Project; and
3) Authorize the City Administrator to release retention funds in accordance with the terms of the contract.
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
1.j. Memorandum of Understanding with the Placentia Community Foundation for the Kraemer Memorial Park Fountain and Plaza Legacy Brick Program Fiscal Impact: There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with the recommended actions.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the draft Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Placentia Community Foundation for a commemorative legacy brick program; and 2) Authorize the City Administrator to execute the Memorandum of Understanding in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
Shader pulled Item 1.j. to highlight the item for the public. She expressed her gratitude to the Placentia Community Foundation for their cooperation with the City on the Legacy Brick Program. Motion by Shader, seconded by Yamaguchi, and carried a (5-0) vote to approve Item 1.j., as recommended.
1.k. Resolution Amending the 2021-22 Position Allocation Plan Fiscal Impact: FY 2021-22 No anticipated fiscal impact
FY 2022-23 Estimated $540,971
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Adopt Resolution R-2022-15, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California amending the Position Allocation Plan for fiscal year 2021-22; and 2) Authorize the City Administrator and/or his designee, to execute all the necessary documents, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
Yamaguchi pulled Item 1.k. to request a brief staff report explaining the new positions and the shifting of the director levels.
Deputy City Administrator Ramirez clarified that one (1) deputy city administrator position was listed under the Public Works Department.
City Administrator Arrula explained that the Deputy City Administrator position that is listed under Public Works currently provides support to that department and has typically been listed there.
A brief discussion followed regarding new positions that were added to the Position Allocation Plan and the future annual encumbrance for the new positions.
Motion by Smith, seconded by Green, and carried a (3-2, Yamaguchi and Wanke voted no) vote to approve Item 1.k., as recommended.
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1. 1. 2021 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Receive and file the 2021 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
2. PUBLIC HEARING:
2.a. Continued Public Hearing Regarding General Plan Amendment No. GPA 2021-02, 2021-2029 Housing Element Update (Previously Incorrectly Referred to as GPA 2021-01)
Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action_ It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Reopen the continued public hearing concerning General Plan Amendment No. GPA 2021-02; and
2) Receive the staff report and Staff presentation, and consider all public testimony and Planning Commission recommendations; and
3) Adopt Resolution R-2022-16, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California, finding that adoption of the Housing Element update is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Section 15061(b)(3) and approving and adopting General Plan Amendment No. GPA 2021-02 (2021-2029 General Plan Housing Element Update.
Approved 5-0, as recommended)
Mayor Shader opened the continued Public Hearing at 7:59 p.m.
City Administrator Arrula introduced Director of Development Services Lambert who gave a brief presentation on the Housing Element update. The presentation began with background and public participation.
Director Lambert introduced Consultant John Douglas of JHD Planning who continued the presentation with key requirements, Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) requirements, RHNA strategy, and next steps.
Eileen Cirillo, with Del Cerro Mobile Estates in Placentia, had questions and comments on Chapter 4 of the Housing Element regarding Housing Supply and Variety, particularly manufactured housing and mobile homes. She stated that the City had no jurisdiction over mobile home parks and requested the Code Enforcement language be removed in regard to supporting mobile homes.
Discussion followed regarding a potential revision of the language of the Housing Element Update to describe supporting the mobile home parks, but not necessarily utilizing Code Enforcement. There was City Council consensus to amend the language of the section of the Housing Element Update referencing mobile homes.
Councilmember Yamaguchi made a motion to continue the item and have Staff bring it back with the amended language. There was no second and the motion failed.
Mayor Shader suggested that the City Council, Staff, and the consultant agree on wording during the meeting before a vote was taken.
Mayor Shader questioned a reference in the Housing Element Report to 200 houses that were out -of - code and the expectations of the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) regarding those homes. She also asked for clarification on the lowered requirement for parking regarding one -bedroom and studio units.
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City Clerk McKinnell stated that the City Clerk's Office had received no electronic communications for Item 2.a.
There was City Council consensus to accept the wording as amended on page 79 of 190 of the Housing Element to read, "The City shall continue to support the maintenance and improvement of the City's existing mobile home parks through rehabilitation grants." Mayor Shader closed the public hearing at 8:29 p.m.
Motion by Wanke, seconded by Green, and carried a (5-0) vote to approve Item 2.a., the 6th Cycle Housing Element amended on page 79 of 190 to read, "The City shall continue to support the maintenance and improvement of the City's existing mobile home parks through rehabilitation grants."
3. REGULAR AGENDA:
3.a. Consideration of Options for Ongoing Outdoor Dining Permits and Extending Relaxation of Citywide Outdoor Regulations and On -Site Parking Requirements for Restaurants and Other Businesses and Considering an Extension of the West Santa Fe Avenue Street Closure
Fiscal Impact: Nominal expenditures related to Staff review of outdoor business and encroachment permits and working with participating businesses. Unknown revenue resulting from sales tax from restaurants serving more customers than typical occupancy standards.
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Receive the Staff Presentation and consider the creation of an administrative Use Permit (UP) process for existing businesses to expand operations outside (i.e., outdoor dining) and provide direction to Staff; and
2) Provide direction to Staff regarding the potential extension of both the Citywide Outdoor Dining program (expiring March 31, 2022) and the Old Town Placentia Street Closure (expiring June 30, 2022); and
3) If City Council chooses to extend the Citywide Outdoor Dining program and/or the Old Town Placentia Street Closure, direct the City Administrator, acting as the Director of Emergency Services, to extend one or both programs that are currently effective and set forth by Proclamation No. P-2021-02.
Approved 5-0, to approve Staff's recommended Option 1)
Approved 5-0, to extend TOBEs to December 31, 2022)
City Administrator Arrula introduced Associate Planner Lesley Whittaker who gave a brief presentation on Staff recommended options for Placentia business owners who wish to continue outdoor operations after the current temporary program expires. The presentation included background, Temporary Outdoor Business Permits (TOBEs) still operating citywide but not including Old Town Placentia businesses, surrounding cities, options for ongoing outdoor business operations when TOBEs expire, and Staff recommendation for a citywide TOBE program.
Mayor Pro Tem Wanke asked for clarification of the timing of implementing Option 1 as presented by Staff and expressed concern for residents impacted by businesses not complying with regulations and the impact on parking. He urged Staff to find a more rapid solution for noise and parking issues.
Director of Development Services Lambert provided additional information on the proposed Administrative Use Permit and the enforcement of conditional use permits.
Mayor Pro Tem Wanke stressed the need for residents to have the ability to protect the peaceful enjoyment of their property and to understand the process for addressing violations.
Councilmember Yamaguchi questioned the process to allow restaurants providing outdoor dining to serve alcohol.
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A brief discussion followed regarding approval of use permits to serve alcohol in outside dining areas, the need for different levels of permitting based on parking availability, Code Enforcement processes, construction and health safety issues, and unpermitted outdoor operations.
Councilmember Smith discussed parking and noise issues.
Mayor Shader asked for an update on unpermitted businesses which were operating outdoors and urged Staff to address those as soon as possible. She asked for clarification on the powers of the landlords or property managers regarding outdoor operations and parking availability.
Mayor Shader supported Councilmember Yamaguchi's suggestion for tiered permits and asked that square footage be considered as a criterion, and she supported continuing current temporary outdoor operation permits until June 2022.
City Administrator Arrula summarized the direction Staff was seeking on policy questions.
There was additional discussion on alcohol permits and a tiered permitting process with higher thresholds and higher demands.
Motion by Wanke, seconded by Green, and carried a (5-0) vote to approve Option 1 and begin creating the Staff recommended administrative process which Staff will bring back to City Council for further discussion.
The Mayor called for a motion to extend the current temporary outdoor business operation permits from March 31 to June 30, 2022.
City Attorney Bettenhausen recommended that Staff include in the regulations a procedure to allow businesses to file for an extension.
City Administrator Arrula reiterated Staff's request that the permits be extended from March 31 to December 31, 2022 to allow for all necessary regulations and procedures to be prepared and approved by City Council.
A discussion followed regarding the extension of the deadline and enforcement of violations of conditions of approval and businesses operating without a permit.
There was City Council consensus to extend the TOBE program through December 31, 2022; close new applications for TOBEs after June 30, 2022; direct Staff to return to City Council prior to June 30, 2022, with a program to start the process of moving towards a permanent outdoor dining and business program; and direct Staff to send a letter of intent to current TOBE participants making them aware of City Council's direction.
Motion by Yamaguchi, seconded by Wanke, to extend the Temporary Outdoor Business Permit (TOBE) program through December 31, 2022; closing new applications for TOBEs after June 30, 2022; with direction to Staff to return to City Council prior to June 30, 2022, with a program requiring a letter of intent with current TOBE participants to start the process of moving towards a permanent program.
3.b. Study Session: Recreational Vehicle Parking Policy Discussion Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Review the presentation and ask any questions of Staff and the RV Parking Ad -Hoc Committee; and
2) Provide policy direction on any potential municipal code amendments related to RV parking; and
3) Based upon said policy guidance, direct Staff to prepare the necessary amendments to be considered by the City Council at a future meeting.
City Council consensus)
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City Administrator Arrula introduced Senior Planner Andrew Gonzales who gave a brief presentation which included an issue summary, the Recreational Vehicle Parking Ad -Hoc Committee background, recommendations, and various proposed scenarios for establishing a parking policy for recreational vehicles.
Mayor Shader questioned if the proposed policy included boats.
Mayor Pro Tem Wanke thanked Mr. Gonzales for the presentation, expressed concern for the impact on residential parking and safety hazards, and suggested that the minimum setback distance be measured from any portion of the trailer or the unit and not less than 10 feet. He discussed the City's lack of front yard paving, maintenance, and landscaping standards and gave his thoughts on curb cuts.
Councilmember Yamaguchi stated that his main concern was safety and noted that in his opinion all recreational vehicles should be stored out of sight but recognized that would not be fair to all residents.
Councilmember Green discussed his concerns about safety hazards and the importance of the City's esthetics.
Councilmember Smith expressed appreciation for the work of the Ad -Hoc Committee and his support for a front yard setback, a limit on the amount of hardscape allowed, and the requirement to keep the RVs in working condition and not allowing them to be used as accessory dwelling units.
Mayor Shader thanked the Ad -Hoc Committee for their work and recognized the potential safety issues.
She expressed her support for a five (5) foot setback, 60%-40% front yard paving versus landscaping, and a limit of one (1) RV or RV apparatus in a driveway.
Councilmember Yamaguchi asked if RV covers were required in the draft ordinance and discussed color choices.
A brief discussion followed regarding the front yard setback distance.
There was City Council consensus to set the front yard setback to six (6) feet to the body of the unit, five (5) feet to the tongue of any trailer or hitch, with no portion protruding into the public right-of-way.
No vote was taken, and direction was provided to Staff.
3.c. Presentation of Traffic Calming Improvements on Hemingway Avenue and Cobb Avenue
Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Receive and file this report and presentation.
Approved 5-0, to continue to April 5, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.) Mayor Pro Tem Wanke requested that Item 3.c. be continued to the regular City Council meeting on April 5, 2022 to allow for Staff to notify the community that the item will be considered by City Council.
Motion by Wanke, seconded by Yamaguchi, and carried a (5-0) vote to continue Item 3.c. to the regular City Council Meeting on April 5, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBERS REQUESTS:
Mayor Pro Tem Wanke requested that Staff look into how the City deals with Ficus ivy on shared walls where the ivy is damaging the walls.
City Administrator Arrula stated that Staff would research the issue and come back with a Study Session item and possibly a Closed Session item.
Councilmember Green requested that Staff prepare a report for City Council on the gas station at the Corporate Yard regarding the fuel capacity and the minimum capacity that should be allowed at any given time.
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City Administrator Arrula said that Staff would research, and an email would be sent to City Council.
Councilmember Shader requested that Staff publish the new district map and a "Find Your District" link on the website, on the City's social media, and in the City Administrator Weekly newsletter.
Councilmember Smith provided his thoughts on the loss of Huntington Beach Police Officer Nicholas Vella.
ADJOURNMENT:
The City Council/Successor Agency/ICDA/PPFA Board of Directors adjourned at 10:06 p.m.in memory of Nicholas Vella, Huntington Beach Police Officer, to a regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
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Rhonda Shader, Mayor/Agency Chair
ATTEST:
Robert S. McKinnell, City Clerk/
Agency Secretary
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