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Redondo Beach City Council
z Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Closed Session - CANCELLED
Open Session - Regular Meeting 6:00 p. m.
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A. CALL TO ORDER
Via Teleconference, a Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Brand at 6: 00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Brand Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Michael W. Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
At the request of Mayor Brand, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Nehrenheim announced the blood drive event this week, the Christmas Tree Recycling Program, his Community Meeting taking place Saturday morning outside in the parking lot location with City Attorney Witzansky attending, and a noon Community Meeting on Zoom on Wednesday, the Residential Design Guidelines discussion, Martin Luther King Day on January 17, and wished everyone a Happy New Year.
Councilmember Loewenstein wished everyone a Happy New Year, announced the Residential Design Guidelines discussion next Monday at 6: 30 p. m., and his District 2 Community Meeting taking place on Wednesday January 19 from 6 to 7: 30 p.m. on Zoom.
Councilmember Horvath noted this is the last night to take the survey for the Amenities Plan, announced his District 3 Community meeting taking place on Thursday 20th at 6 p. m. virtually with the Friendship Foundation discussing their project at the Franklin School site, and stated booster shots are now available for the younger children.
Councilmember Obagi wished everyone a Happy New Year, informed of the Blood Drive and signing up at RedCross.org, announced the Residential Design Guidelines meeting and suggested visiting planning, announced his Community Meeting on Monday January 24, 2022 with City Manager Witzansky in attendance, and reminded everyone to get vaccinated and boosted.
Councilmember Emdee announced the Christmas Tree Recycling taking place, announced the District 5 PAC Slack Key Festival on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at 2 p. m. at the PAC, announced Martin Luther King Day at the Redondo Union High School auditorium from 3 to 5 p. m. on the 17th, and noted the ER' s are overwhelmed due to COVID and requested everyone to get vaccinated.
Mayor Brand noted that 100% of people hospitalized have not gotten vaccinated or boosted.
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E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve the Order of Agenda as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
F. AGENCY RECESS— NONE
F. 1. COMMUNITY FINANCING AUTHORITY— REGULAR MEETING— CANCELLED CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
F. 2. PARKING AUTHORITY— REGULAR MEETING— CANCELLED
CONTACT: STEPHEN PROUD, WATERFRONT& ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS— ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to receive and file additional Items for N. 2. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H. 1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 4, 2022.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 2. APPROVE MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER READING OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS LISTED ON THE AGENDA.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 3. APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:
A. NOVEMBER 2, 2021 ADJOURNED REGULAR& REGULAR MEETING
B. NOVEMBER 9, 2021 ADJOURNED REGULAR& REGULAR MEETING
C. NOVEMBER 16, 2021 ADJOURNED REGULAR & REGULAR MEETING CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 4. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 27861- 27886 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 43,896. 34, PD. 12124121 DIRECT DEPOSIT 243102- 243627 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 2,090, 768. 20, PD. 12124121 EFTIACH $ 7, 281. 83, PD. 12124121 ( PP2126)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 101822- 101896 IN THE AMOUNT OF$ 576,719.89
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $368, 566.28
EFT BARINGS MULTIFAMILY CAPITAL $189, 624.00
DIRECT DEPOSIT 100005549-100005650 IN THE AMOUNT OF$ 86,983.56, PD. 113122 REPLACEMENT DEMAND 101821 IN THE AMOUNT OF $4, 918.50
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 5. PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER LOEWENSTEIN FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to approve Items H. 1 through H. 4.
Motion carried unanimously with the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H. 5. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER$ 35, 000:
1. APPROVE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH GRANICUS, LLC FOR CIVICA WEBSITE MAINTENANCE, HOSTING AND SUPPORT FOR AN ADDITIONAL$ 1, 405.44 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM TO MARCH 31, 2022.
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
Councilmember Loewenstein asked about Granicus or other vendors regarding the website design.
IT Director Chris Benson stated staff will be bringing back a discussion on January 18 regarding Granicus to address all issues discussed by Council. He also said staff is not looking at other solutions other than Granicus at this time.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve a Second Amendment to the Agreement with Granicus, LLC for CIVICA Website maintenance, hosting and support for an additional $ 1, 405.44 and to extend the term to March 31, 2022. Motion carried unanimously with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON- AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Holly Osborne, District 5, encouraged people to sign the petition for the Initiative pertaining to zoning on Saturday at noon on the corner of McBain Avenue and Beland Boulevard, just south of the adult school.
Wayne Craig, Rescue Our Waterfront, commented on the recent meeting to discuss public amenities in King Harbor and said it was very informative, but suggested doing more public outreach. He also thanked Council for beginning this process.
Candace Nafissi noted the BCHD was not available for testing. She advised seeking other options for COVID testing in the City. She said BCHD is now testing but is not adequate for the amount of need.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Councilmember Obagi noted free testing with the LA County and suggested visiting covid19.1acounty.gov/testing.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS— NONE
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS— NONE
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
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N. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE COMMUNITY SERVICES
DEPARTMENT' S USER-PAY CONTRACTED CLASSES PROGRAM
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Community Services Director Cameron Harding gave a PowerPoint presentation and discussed the following:
Background
Contracted Classes
150 to 200 classes offered per quarter— wide range of activities Held indoor and outdoor
Beach activities
All activities advertised in quarterly newsletter
Vetting process for instructors
Class fees
70/ 30 split industry standard
Revenue
Benefits
Recommendation
Councilmember Nehrenheim asked about the three programs at Wilderness Park and being charged 30%.
He also asked about the tennis usage. City Manager Witzansky stated staff will review and come back to Council with more information regarding not being subject to these program standards. He also said it is important to have all commercial activity happening under this umbrella, noting competition for the space and tennis usage.
Councilmember Nehrenheim asked about the procedure for a Yoga class in the park. City Manager Witzansky explained that under the Municipal Code, classes in the parks would have to obtain a commercial permit for the space, but they are encouraged to participate through the contract class structure. He also said staff only responds on a complaint basis.
In response to Councilmember Obagi regarding a music teacher at the park, Community Services Director Harding stated he got contracted and is now running the classes under the City' s umbrella and is advertised in the Quarterly Newsletter.
Councilmember Horvath suggested getting out the Quarterly Newsletter easier, and he also said the program works well. City Manager Witzansky also agreed on pushing the newsletter through a broader platform, making it more effective.
Mayor Brand said the outreach is missing regarding the newsletter and supported getting it into people' s hands. He also asked about bootlegging an activity class and if the City were liable. Community Services Director Harding said this is always a concern and staff always tries to pull them into the City's program.
Mayor Brand believed all activities should be properly folded into the program and to be regulated.
Councilmember Nehrenheim supported the exercise court which is very popular and is in high demand due to the classes being offered. Mayor Brand suggested it be steam cleaned.
Councilmember Loewenstein asked about sailing classes. Community Services Director Harding stated these classes are now run with the City's own staff. City Manager Witzansky said a discussion will be brought back to Council on the Sailing Program.
Councilmember Emdee asked about the pickle ball classes. Community Services Director Harding said this should go to the Recreation and Paths Commission next week for their input.
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Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by Michael Martin.
There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
In response to Mayor Brand, Community Services Director Cameron Harding stated he is not aware of any other clubs regarding the Sailing Program.
In response to Councilmember Obagi, Community Services Director Cameron Harding noted many contracts are pending due to direction to hold off on any new contracts until Council approved this program.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file the report. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
N. 2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING CHANGES TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO
ESTABLISH A PROCESS FOR THE PROMULGATION AND ENFORCEMENT OF RULES AT
CITY LIBRARIES
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3227-22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 36 TO THE TITLE 4 REGARDING LIBRARIES AND MEETING FACILITIES FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING.
CONTACT: SUSAN ANDERSON, LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Library Director Susan Anderson gave a report on changes to the Municipal Code and discussed the following:
Rules of Conduct - revised in 2018
Only the City Manager can establish enforceable rules
Misdemeanor for violations
Ordinance will allow having an enforcement mechanism of the rules City Manager Witzansky reviewed the process, noted patrons refusing to comply in recent years, stated the intention is not to change the process which could create a structural flaw with lack of enforcement.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Candace Nafissi, Library Commission, noted no issues since 2019, hoped that staff values the Library Commission and brings incidents to the Commission as they arise, and supported the members who provide valuable feedback.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by Grace Peng.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Mayor Brand thanked the Library Commission for their help.
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Councilmember Nehrenheim stated that staff is not implementing any rules, and the rules will be created forthcoming by City Manager and amended as such moving forward. City Manager Witzansky stated if approved and effective, to make permanent the rules as they exist today with a couple of areas will be evaluated and changed in the future.
City Attorney Webb stated this ordinance will allow the rules to be enforced such as when using the police.
He said the rules passed by Council can be enforced but those passed by the Library Commission could not, and this ordinance would solve this issue. He also said going forward, the City Manager can pass new rules and take Library Commission suggestions into consideration.
Councilmember Obagi stated the meeting rooms need to be protected and asked how the meeting spaces would be regulated. City Manager Witzansky noted there are a set of rules for the meeting rooms and each facility has a unique set of circumstances.
Councilmember Obagi asked about any liability issues with the City and people contracting COVID under the Workers Compensation law. City Manager Witzansky stated staff feels comfortable with the protocols in place at the library and to continue to operate as they have in the last several weeks.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to introduce by title only Ordinance No. 3227- 22. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read by title only Ordinance No. 3227-22.
N. 3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING PREPARATION OF A REQUEST FOR
PROPOSAL ( REP) FOR CONCESSIONAIRE OPERATION OF THE VETERANS PARK
COMMUNITY CENTER
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
City Manager Witzansky introduced the item, stated no particular action is being sought tonight, and noted an opportunity to find future uses.
Community Services Director Cameron Harding gave a report and discussed the following:
History of the facility
Past uses
Use to be determined
Draft RFP included
Building and equipment maintenance— Spectrum was responsible 400K in Capital Improvement budget
Repairs and timing
Fiscal impact
New and requested uses/ services
Recommendation
Mayor Brand gave a history on the Veterans Park Community Center which is a great opportunity. He asked about the costing. City Manager Witzansky stated most of the expenses are internal service funding allocation assigned to the structure. He reviewed the costs and believed that maintenance and operations would be a hard cash item with staff discretion. He said most of the$ 313K is a sum cost to the City, operating without the support of any onsite revenue.
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Mayor Brand believed people have not used the site due to the City fiscalizing its use for 25 years, turning it over to a private entity, making it unavailable to the public. He also suggested proper vetting with the public in decision making.
Councilmember Horvath supported the Center which is a beautiful space, that it continue functioning and to be activated and used more often, which has a lot of potential. He suggested broadening the scope with the RFP and presenting ideas as suggested.
Councilmember Obagi supported public outreach and finding a balance between the monetization and also public access. He also asked if there is a need for additional allocation for improvements. City Manager Witzansky believed that the$ 400K is a good start and sufficient to cover window replacement and to address the major elevator deficiencies, but these are old estimates and expenses could be higher once constructed.
Councilmember Obagi suggested outside gatherings around the space.
Councilmember Loewenstein pointed out that there used to be a band shell in the location with events. He also believed the Center has not been used that much due to expenses, and suggested residents getting a discount rate. He also encouraged opening this up to the public who can provide ideas, and suggested an outdoor patio. He believed Spectrum was making a lot of revenue and suggested hiring a venue manager to monetize it and dealing with events.
City Manager Witzansky believed that food delivery and restaurant use could be a concern, but believed that Spectrum provided this as an amenity and also brought in expertise on a wedding and event planning basis.
He also said the City has experience in scheduling, keeping the lights on and maintaining.
Councilmember Nehrenheim asked about the location of the band shell and getting something in place again.
City Manager Witzansky stated this was a Leadership Redondo Class project years ago with plans drawn as an adaptive space but it dissipated as people started experiencing the natural terrain and flexibility for drop in events.
Councilmember Nehrenheim suggested a flatter stage area that can be easily removed and to allow concerts at the beach and events for the public.
City Manager Witzansky stated the kitchen will need to be updated but it is a good size and commercial grade.
Councilmember Horvath suggested that any indoor/outdoor activation should consider ADA access towards the front stair rail.
Mayor Brand suggested that the Councilmembers tour the facility.
In response to Councilmember Obagi, City Manager Witzansky believed that an event coordinator would have relationships with many food vendors and solve some of the issues.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Orhan Taner supported an art museum and museum café for the City which would enable six days a week and 52 weeks a year for daytime programing for the venue which would attract the community. He said museums act as a beacon for the community and noted some wonderful museums in Los Angeles. He suggested the City could work with them to do the programming for the museum. He supported both the PAC and the Veterans Park Community Center in the City and sees this as a golden opportunity. He also MINUTES— CITY COUNCIL MEETING
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suggested assigning the main function to the building which should be an art museum and work everything around it. He also supported community input.
Candace Nafissi supported having an art museum and general popups for food, specialty items, etc., and encouraged to specify what the community wants, not what the vendors want.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by Lezlie Campeggi.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Councilmember Emdee did not support taking on another event planning and supported an outside service and the City can mandate the space. She also opposed expanding the footprint and said there is plenty of space to stay in the footprint. She suggested staff could review financially, administratively and providing a vision with community input at the different Commissions.
Councilmember Obagi pointed out that events can take place inside a museum and suggested input. City Manager Witzansky said the process could be two- step, but community engagement should be required.
Councilmember Nehrenheim stated this doesn' t have to be done asap and said remodeling will need to take place, and doing the upgrades properly is important.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to conduct outreach and to receive and file the report. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky wished everyone a Happy New Year, stated most employees are back in City Hall, and supported Public Works for their help with the rain storms during the break and holiday.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Councilmember Nehrenheim thanked Public Works for the new dog park in Alta Vista and in North Redondo.
He also suggested agendizing a conversation for the issue on PCH regarding the commercial project on Guadalupe and not going to the Planning Commission because of the Administrative Design Review Guidelines which needs to be advised.
Councilmember Loewenstein asked about the policy regarding conducting meetings virtually. City Manager Witzansky suggested this come back next week or the 18".
Councilmember Horvath suggested agendizing an alternate member for the vacancy on the Clean Power Alliance Board.
Councilmember Obagi requested agendizing a BID formation for segments of Artesia Boulevard.
Councilmember Nehrenheim suggested including the different types of BID' s that are available.
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Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to agendize the discussion of a mural ordinance in the City of Redondo Beach and matching Parsons funds. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilmember Emdee thanked Public Works for cleaning up the 405 Freeway regarding homeless encampments. She also asked staff to contact Caltrans for cleanup and also at the train track along Inglewood Avenue.
City Manager Witzansky announced that the City of Lawndale will be embarking on their Inglewood Avenue Improvement Project north of the railroad.
Mayor Brand requested that Catalina Avenue just north of Pearl be cleaned up.
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION —NONE
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — NONE
T. ADJOURNMENT: 8:29 P. M.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adjourn the meeting at 8:29 p. m. to an Adjourned Regular meeting to be held at 4:30 p. m. ( Closed Session) and a Regular meeting to be held at 6: 00 p. m. ( Open Session) on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California, via teleconference. Motion carried unanimously, with no objection.
All written comments submitted via eComment are included in the record and available for public review on the City website.
Respectfully submitted,
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