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of Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
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fi? Closed Session - Adjourned Regular Meeting 4:30 p. m.
Open Session- Regular Meeting 6: 00 p. m.
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Via teleconference, an Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Brand at 4:30 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Brand Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION —NONE
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS— ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS— NONE E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NON- AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4: 30 p. m.
F. 1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956. 8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
PROPERTY:
245 N. Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7503-029- 900)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Jeff Jones, Managing Member of Redondo Locals LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F. 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney- client privilege, Government Code Section 54956. 9( d}( 1).
NAME OF CASE:
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Jason Sapien vs. City of Redondo Beach
Case Number: WCAB# AJD14275890
F. 3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of Case:
City of Redondo Beach, et al. v. California State Water Resources Control Board Case Number: 20STCP03193
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess at 4: 32 p. m. to conduct Closed Sessions attended by City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, City Manager Mike Witzansky, Acting Waterfront and Economic Development Director Laurie Koike, Outside Leasing Agenda Brian Campbell, Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden, and Outside Counsel Carolyn Beliso. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Brand Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS • NONE
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to adjourn at 6:00 p. m. to a regular meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
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: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, Assistant City Manager
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 his Community Meeting taking place on Saturday, February 12 and a Zoom a meeting on Wednesday, February 16.
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Councilmember Loewenstein stated he volunteered last week with the SB Parkland Conservancy cleaning the Edison right-of-way in North Redondo and noted a good turnout. He also announced his Community Meeting taking place on Wednesday February 16 from 6 to 7: 30 p. m., and a Community Meeting this Saturday at 3 p. m. at the King Harbor Yacht Club.
Councilmember Horvath announced his Community Meeting taking place on Thursday February 16 at 6 p. m.
Councilmember Obagi thanked the Recreation and Parks Commissioner Jeff Rowe, Councilmember Loewenstein and the SB Parkland Conservancy volunteers for the cleanup of the SCE right-of-way. He also thanked Public Works for removing the news racks on Artesia Boulevard.
Councilmember Emdee announced her District 5 Community Meeting taking place last week and hoped to have an in- person meeting next time.
Mayor Brand announced Black History Month and gave a history on Mayor Taylor.
E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to approve the Order of the Agenda as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
F. AGENCY RECESS: 6: 06 p. m.
F. 1. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY FINANCING AUTHORITY CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
RECONVENE: 6: 09 p.m.
D. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Brand Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS— ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to receive and file additional Items for Items L. 2, N2, and P. 1. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H. 1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 1, 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
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H. 3. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER$ 35, 000:
1. APPROVE AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT WITH JOANNE
BRADFORD DBA SING AND DANCE MUSIC FOR INSTRUCTION OF CULTURAL ARTS CLASSES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 34,900 ( ESTIMATED EXPENDITURE FOR FY 21- 22 IS $ 8, 500) FOR THE TERM FEBRUARY 1, 2022 TO DECEMBER 31, 2024.
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 4. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 27912-27939 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 47, 129. 19, PD. 1/ 21/ 22 DIRECT DEPOSIT 244102-244609 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 983,632. 17, PD. 1/ 21/ 22 EFTIACH $ 367,316. 24, PD. 12/ 28/21 ( PP2126)
EFT/ACH $353,037. 81, PD. 1/ 13/22 (PP2201)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 102074- 102224 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 194,892.47
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $374,560. 22
DIRECT DEPOSIT 100005651- 100005752 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 87,456.08, PD. 2/ 1/ 22 CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 5. EXCUSE ABSENCE FOR COMMISSIONER EUGENE J. SOLOMON ON THE BUDGET & FINANCE COMMISSION.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 6. APPROVE ESCROW AGREEMENT NO. 1982 WITH TORO ENTERPRISES, INC. TO SECURE
THE ALTA VISTA SEWER PUMP STATION CONSTRUCTION PROJECT'S PROGRESS
PAYMENT RETENTION THROUGH PROJECT COMPLETION AND ACCEPTANCE CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 7. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 6 TO FUNDING AGREEMENT # MOU. MR312. 06 BETWEEN THE
CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AND LACMTA FOR THE PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY ARTERIAL
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT FROM ANITA STREET TO PALOS VERDES BOULEVARD, JOB NO. 40800, TO EXTEND THE LAPSING DATE OF THE PROJECT FUNDS TO JUNE 30, 2022; AND
APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO FUNDING AGREEMENT # MOU. MR312.42 BETWEEN THE
CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AND LACMTA FOR THE INGLEWOOD AVE SOUTHBOUND RIGHT
TURN LANE AT MANHATTAN BEACH BOULEVARD AND INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, JOB NO. 40960, TO EXTEND THE LAPSING DATE OF THE PROJECT FUNDS TO JUNE 30, 2022.
TED CONTACT: SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 8. PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER LOEWENSTEIN FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
H. 9. APPROVE FUNDING AGREEMENT# 920000000M550813 BETWEEN THE CITY OF REDONDO
BEACH AND THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORK SYSTEM PROJECT, JOB NO. 41280, AWARDED REGIONAL MEASURE M FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF$ 2, 000, 000 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 10. PULLED BY MAYOR BRAND FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
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H. 11. APPROVE CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH GLADWELL GOVERNMENTAL SERVICES, INC. FOR ELECTION CONSULTATION AND TRAINING SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $40,000 FOR THE TERM FEBRUARY 1, 2022 - JANUARY 31, 2024 CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 12. ADOPT BY 4/5 VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2202-002, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, MODIFYING THE ADOPTED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021- 2022 TO ACCEPT $ 117, 123 IN STATE
HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM ( SHSP) GRANT FUNDS
CONTACT: KEITH KAUFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 13. PULLED BY MAYOR BRAND FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
H. 14. APPROVE THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO FUNDING AGREEMENT # 920000000F5301 WITH
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY ( LACMTA) FOR THE GRANT AVENUE SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, JOB NO. 41090, WITH NO INCREASE IN AMOUNT, TO EXTEND THE TERM TO FEBRUARY 28, 2022 TED CONTACT: SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 15. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH INTERWEST CONSULTING GROUP, INC. FOR AS-NEEDED BUILDING PLAN CHECK AND INSPECTION SERVICES AND TEMPORARY BUILDING OFFICIAL SERVICES FOR AN INCREASED AMOUNT OF$ 95,000 AND A NEW TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED OF $ 110, 000 FOR THE TERM FEBRUARY 1, 2022 THROUGH FEBRUARY 8, 2024
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve Consent Calendar Items 11. 1 through H. 15, with the exclusion of pulled Items H. 8, H. 10 and H. 13. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Clerk Eleanor Manzano read all Ordinances and Resolutions by title only which were included on the Consent Calendar.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H. 8. APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PIER RAILING IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, JOB NO. 70360, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE THE PROJECT
FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Councilmember Loewenstein requested an update and status report.
Public Works Director Semaan gave a report and reviewed the status of the railings, noting 50% will need replacement and the remaining 50% can be refinished.
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City Engineer Andy Winje reviewed the bid opening dates and believed construction will start sometime Memorial Day. He also said the contractor will be ordering the railings that need to be replaced.
Councilmember Obagi asked about the funding. City Engineer Winje stated the funding is all out of Tidelands Funds.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the plans and specifications for the Pier Railing Improvements Project, Job No. 70360, and authorize the City Clerk to advertise the project for competitive bids. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
H. 10. APPROVE THE INTERAGENCY AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ( LACDA) FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE EMERGENCY
HOUSING VOUCHER PROGRAM
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Community Services Director Cameron Harding gave a report and reviewed the agreement which allows any participant in the Housing Program that has an emergency voucher to look for housing anywhere in Los Angeles County.
In response to Mayor Brand, Housing Supervisor Angelica Zavala gave a report and indicated they should be receiving approximately$ 419K per year and have been issued 29 vouchers which also can be used for emergency housing. She said so far out of the 29, they have received 18 referrals and have been able to issue 10 vouchers. She also said the vouchers are issued by the Redondo Beach Housing Authority but can be used throughout LA County.
Councilmember Obagi asked if those in the Pallet Shelter Program are eligible to receive the vouchers for permanent housing. Housing Supervisor Zavala said those receiving vouchers are not on Section 8 housing yet, but people in the Pallet Shelter Program have received some of these vouchers which have been matched to the City.
City Attorney Webb explained that some of the people in the Pallet Shelter Program do have these vouchers but it will help being able to expand beyond Redondo Beach.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve the Interagency Agreement with the Los Angeles County Development Authority ( LACDA) for the administration of the Emergency Housing Voucher Program. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
H. 13. APPROVE AMENDMENT # 5 TO FUNDING AGREEMENT NO. FA.P00F3502 BETWEEN THE
CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AND THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN
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TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY ( METRO) FOR THE REDONDO BEACH BICYCLE
TRANSPORTATION PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROJECT, AWARDED THROUGH THE METRO 2009 CALL FOR PROJECTS
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Public Works Director Semaan gave a report and reviewed the various projects and Class 2 areas and reviewed when the projects will get executed. He said the plans are ready to go to Caltrans and once approved, staff will come back to Council to approve plans and specs.
In response to Mayor Brand, Public Works Director Semaan stated the projects that aren't near PCH still have to go through Caltrans due to the funding mechanism.
Councilmember Loewenstein asked about the bike lane on Knob Hill. City Engineer Andy Winje explained the difference was to widen the portion of Knob Hill between Sapphire and Julia to accommodate Class 2 bike lanes in both directions. He also said this is City land and staff will be speaking to the church and residents. He said the goal is to have a good Class 2 facility all the way from the Alta Vista School and Park to the Esplanade.
Councilmember Obagi reviewed the bike lanes in Culver City, noting striped green at the intersections, which has a significant value to bicyclists. City Engineer Winje stated this standard will be adopted and built into the Beryl Street, Torrance Boulevard and Manhattan Beach locations and other locations where appropriate.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by:
Brianna Egan, Grace Peng and Lara Duke.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
City Engineer Winje explained the differences between the classes of bike lanes.
Mayor Brand gave an example of closing a lane on Aviation Boulevard and converting it to a Class 1 bike path which was tried in Playa Del Rey and the cars were backed up everywhere. Public Works Director Semaan agreed the volume of traffic on the roadway wouldn' t allow for this type of configuration.
Councilmember Obagi expressed concern with the issue of increased vehicles in the City which need to be addressed now.
Councilmember Loewenstein also noted green paint makes a difference in terms of awareness. City Engineer Winje stated staff is trying to adopt a standard with a green background with a white logo for more visibility, and Class 2 bike lanes would include the green paint before and after the intersections at conflict points with driveways and other unsignalized intersections. He also said Grant Avenue will also be part of the design with resurfacing.
Councilmember Emdee stated she would like to see data regarding the green paint, stated Dr. Peng meant larger, not numerous, and also said there is no plan to take away a lane off Aviation Boulevard.
Councilmember Horvath said safety and biking comes down to being creative and having the political will.
Councilmember Loewenstein suggested looking at the North Redondo Beach Bike Path right-of-way to Adams for students coming to and from school, suggested Felton could be considered one-way for room to
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put in striping making the street safer for pedestrians and bikes, and also noted Prospect could be controversial regarding safety and bike lanes. He also suggested looking at the Safe Routes to Schools.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve Amendment # 5 to Funding Agreement No. FA.P00F3502 between the City of Redondo Beach and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority ( METRO) for Redondo Beach Bicycle Transportation Plan Implementation Project awarded through the Metro 2009 Call for Projects. 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, stated she has been actively getting signatures for the Zoning Initiative and spoke on SB9, splitting R1 lots and requested sharing names for signature. She also said the next signature event will take place this Saturday from 1: 30 p. m. to 3: 30 p. m. in Paradise Park.
Dr. Andy Lesser complimented the Redondo Beach Police Department for their help regarding an assault at PCH and Torrance Boulevard.
Candace Nafissi expressed concern with engagement of illegal acts in the bathrooms and in cars at Dominguez Park. She recommended Public Safety do public rounds in the bathrooms between 3 and 6 p. m., and she supported the Dominguez Park upgrades.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Nehrenheim disclosed speaking to the Mayor, staff and members of the public regarding Item L. 1.
Councilmember Loewenstein disclosed speaking with the Mayor, staff and public regarding Items LA and L. 2.
Councilmember Horvath disclosed speaking with staff, residents and Councilmember Emdee regarding Item L. 2.
Councilmember Obagi disclosed speaking with the Mayor, staff and members of the public regarding item L. 2.
Councilmember Emdee disclosed speaking with staff, Councilmember Horvath and members of the public.
Mayor Brand disclosed speaking with the public and staff regarding Item L. 1 and the public, staff, Councilmembers Nehrenheim, Loewenstein and Obagi and HCD regarding Item L. 2.
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS
L. 1. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER EXTENSION OF INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 3226- 21 AMENDING THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 10, CHAPTERS 1, 2, AND 5, MINUTES— CITY COUNCIL MEETING
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TO PROVIDE OBJECTIVE STANDARDS FOR SENATE BILL 9 ( SB9) BY PROVIDING
REGULATIONS RELATED TO URBAN LOT SPLITS AND TWO-UNIT PROJECTS SUBJECT TO SENATE BILL 9 ( SB9)
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY AN EXTENSION OF INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 3226-21 OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 10, CHAPTERS 1, 2, AND 5, TO PROVIDE OBJECTIVE STANDARDS FOR SENATE BILL 9 ( SB 9) BY PROVIDING REGULATIONS RELATED TO URBAN LOT SPLITS AND TWO- UNIT PROJECTS SUBJECT TO SENATE BILL 9 SB 9)
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
PROCEDURES:
1. Open public hearing and take testimony;
2. Close public hearing and deliberate; and
3. Introduce the following ordinance to extend Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 3226.21:
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to open the Public Hearing.
Hearing no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
Community Development Director Brandy Forbes gave a report and discussed the following:
Adoption of SB9
Ordinances - Lot Splits
Ordinances - Two- Unit Developments
Companion Urgency Ordinance Purpose
Recommendation
Mayor Brand supported having an affordable housing component with the bill. He also said four units can now be built on a single-family lot in the entire State of California and the City can require no more than a 4- foot setback side and rear with no minimum parking requirements on the site, and no parking on site within half a mile of a bus stop.
Councilmember Emdee said the ordinance is being extended to allow the Planning Commission to review and then come back with recommendations to allow for vetting out proper objective standards for SB9.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by:
Peter Aziz and Lezlie Campeggi.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
In response to Mayor Brand, Community Development Director Forbes stated the City is allowed as a municipality to adopt objective standards, and said the Urgency Ordinance is not violating SB9 but is complying with it. She also said ADU' s are allowed in the City, regardless of SB9.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to close the Public Hearing.
Hearing no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to extend Interim Urgency Ordinance 3226-21. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Clerk Eleanor Manzano read by title only an extension of interim Urgency Ordinance 3226- 21.
L.2. PUBLIC HEARING FOR CONSIDERATION OF THE REVISED CITY OF REDONDO BEACH 6TH CYCLE 2021- 2029 DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN CONFIRMING
CERTIFICATION OF AN INITIAL STUDY/ NEGATIVE DECLARATION ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2202-003, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE CITY' S 6TH CYCLE 2021- 2029 DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN INCORPORATING
RECOMMENDED AMENDMENTS FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ( HCD) AND CITING THE PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT ( CEQA) DOCUMENTATION, INITIAL STUDY/NEGATIVE
DECLARATION
PROCEDURES:
1. Open public hearing;
2. Take testimony from staff and all interested parties, and deliberate;
3. Close public hearing;
4. Adopt by title only Resolution No. CC- 2202-003
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to open the public hearing.
Hearing no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
Community Development Director Forbes gave a presentation and discussed the following:
Background
Summary of HCD Comments January 5, 2022
How Revised Housing Element Addresses HCD Comments
RHNA Obligations- Updated to include Catalina Village and Project Homekey Summary of Sites Strategy- Updated
Site Inventory Map Revisions - North of 1901h Street
Recommendation
In response to Councilmember Horvath regarding affordable housing, Community Development Director Forbes explained that the City can count 64% of expected ADUs to be affordable.
Mayor Brand gave a presentation on the Redondo Beach Housing and discussed the following:
Great example of a City with diverse housing options
State Mandated Upzonings RHNA& SB9
Density Map in Redondo Beach
History of AES Public Votes to make it a Park
Development in District 1
Traffic going north and coming back south
Adding more housing will create more traffic
Legado project
Mayor Brand supported having another public hearing if needed.
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Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Dawn Esser, District 2, opposed residential development and SB9. She noted residents are against SB9 and development, with impacts to traffic, schools and the City. She also opposed the AES site turning into residential development which is financially irresponsible and opposed by the residents.
Dr. Andrew Lesser noted concerns with traffic and supported thinking of the City as a whole rather than partisanship division among the districts. He also opposed housing on the AES site.
Alisa Beeli, District 5, expressed concern with the bulk of affordable housing being put in the north, housing on the AES site and inaccurate voting.
Lara Duke opposed residential units on the AES site, supported Measure DD, supported open space on the AES site, and stated that all five districts should absorb their fair share of housing.
Marita Kakuk expressed concern with the inequitable distribution of housing in the City, all being put in North Redondo. She also spoke on the voting of the AES and suggested a revote.
Brianna Egan expressed concern with 600 homes in the North Tech area and impacts to the housing. She suggested housing in the Galleria District and revising the Housing Element, and expressed concern with greater density and traffic in the City.
Roger Light, District 5, opposed and reviewed his concerns regarding high density housing on the AES Power site, reviewed impacts to the City, and supported a fair distribution throughout the City.
Erica Hoar, District 3, supported housing evenly distributed throughout the City, expressed concern with the Pallet Program, transit bringing in more people to the City, impacts to the schools, and impacts from housing sites.
Cynthia Waruszewski, District 3, expressed concern with the inequitable distribution of the housing project, and said it is viable to distribute them equally throughout all zones. She reviewed impacts to the City, supported bringing resident together and asked for equity.
Kelsey Good, District 3, expressed concern with the proposed inequitable distribution across North and South Redondo, impacts to schools, traffic, proposed sites, never having a chance to vote on the AES site, and suggested a fair plan throughout the City.
Candace Nafissi, District 3, stated high density housing on the AES site was voted down which is zoned for a park. She said the site is not zoned for housing and said a public vote is needed which has been voted down almost five times. She reviewed the requirements for housing, opposed high density in the City, supported equitable housing throughout the City, expressed concern with adding additional schools to accommodate more housing, and stated an appropriate site is near transit.
Robert Pinzler, spoke on RHNA, noted the state has rezoned the City, questioned where 4 units on a site is included in the numbers, and noted just a potential to build.
Eugene Solomon stated the AES site is not a viable site for housing which is a money grabber, stated the owner/spokesperson of the site has a long history of not being a reliable narrator, stated staff has solved the problem and suggested moving forward with that, with no housing at the AES site.
Lori Zaremski, opposed residential units on the AES Power Plant site which is against the will of the residents, expressed concern with divisiveness between North and South Redondo, expressed concern with MINUTES— CITY COUNCIL MEETING
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units for unhoused people on the waterfront, giving up parkland, losing the waterfront, and impacts to the schools and traffic.
Jim Brown, District 3, suggested some housing at the AES Power Plant site, noted the powerlines will be going away, opposed all of the housing put in North Redondo Beach, opposed pushing existing businesses out, stated the housing needs to be spread around the entire City, and suggested more mass transit on PCH.
Lezlie Campeggi, Redondo Beach, supported fair and equitable share of housing throughout the City, stated residents do not want housing on the AES site and to remain as open space, and supported the majority Council satisfying RHNA objectives and criteria.
Marcie Guillermo, District 1, stated her district is far from the freeway and supported no housing on the AES site, noting the City is built out. She said the ideal location would be close to the arterials, and reviewed her concerns regarding evenly distribution not being fair. She also asked who benefits financially with the AES site, and noted the roads are very narrow.
Marti Martha Navarro, District 3, did not support more housing in North Redondo and reviewed her concerns.
She opposed placing the majority of the homes in North Redondo with vast majority of minorities and lower income, not being fair for housing development. She suggested South Redondo areas be considered for homes, and reviewed traffic impacts in North Redondo.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by:
Mariam Butler, Tonya McKenzie, Brenda Garcia, Fernando Garcia, Ryan Shea, Peter Aziz, Wayne Craig, Deirdre Brand
Councilmember Loewenstein read a communication from Paul Schlichting.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
In response to Councilmember Obagi regarding the distribution all in District 4 and the Galleria, Community Development Director Forbes explained that HCD has their guidelines on sites to be utilized and counted toward any amount of affordable housing, going beyond their typical standards, and these are potential sites.
She also reviewed the locations of the sites.
Councilmember Obagi stated it is important to meet the affordable housing need in the State without adding density to the City, reviewed suggestions for traffic to travel and believed that the North Redondo Beach location on the east side is the best location for the City with easy access to the freeways. He also suggested contacting the School Board regarding the proposed Housing Plan, and he also supported District 4.
Councilmember Horvath stated the AES site is not up for discussion tonight, there was never a conversation about equitable distribution, the plan presented showed items would be located throughout the City, people voicing their opinions are being disregarded, supported equitable distribution, traffic will not go away unless less cars are used such as using transit, stated this Council and previous Councils have unanimously disagree with the RHNA numbers and allocated numbers in Redondo Beach, suggested spreading out evenly will bring in more traffic, stated he voted yes on A and yes on B, believed the vast majority of Council supports AES used for public recreation, stated housing has a variety of places that it can go throughout the City based on the work of GPAC and doesn' t have to get concentrated in one area or affordable housing concentrated in one area which can be spread out as well, the City is working on inclusionary housing, noted no one wants to absorb 2490 units and believed residents have expressed the need they are willing to do their share without it all in North Redondo and being more spread out.
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Councilmember Emdee agreed the City has done more than its fair share with housing but this discussion tonight does not include density, traffic, historical efforts, description is not considered, no where does it say it has to be near a freeway, and the Galleria did propose 300 units because they wanted 650 but there was resident outcry. She questioned no housing near the beach versus putting 90% of new housing in North Redondo and no one has ever said that South Redondo should take all the new housing. She also said this Housing Element does not satisfy AFHS and the new one is much better.
Councilmember Emdee asked why the new additional South Redondo sites are 45 units/ acre versus North Redondo being 55 units/ acre. Community Development Director Forbes explained these are smaller sites and just hitting that half acre size.
Councilmember Emdee stated no one is discussing the AES site which is no where on this Housing Element.
She said no one wants to add density and this has to do with satisfying RHNA. She said if the Housing Element is not certified and goes to court, there have been court cases where cities have lost their ability to do their own zoning. She also said no one is saying no diversity and stated this is not satisfying AFHS. She supported more equable spreading of the housing, and AES is not on there. She noted big job centers in Torrance and putting affordable housing in South Redondo, and people that work in the hotels, retired people, caregivers, BCHD, senior apartments, and other options could be considered.
In response to Councilmember Loewenstein regarding density and 90277 zip code, Community Development Director Forbes stated this is just the density of 90277 in Redondo.
Councilmember Loewenstein noted AES is being discussed due to Councilmember Horvath' s motion of zoning AES for 800 units at the last discussion and people were saying why not use AES.
Councilmember Loewenstein gave a presentation and discussed the following:
Redondo Beach in the 1920s
Density in Redondo Beach apartments/ condo complexes over 40 units District 1
District 2
District 3- none
District 4
District 5
Massive development along The Esplanade
Doing fair share in South Redondo
No place in South Redondo that can house more elementary schools 40% of high school students in District 2
AES can serve as a park for South Redondo
Traffic is coming through North Redondo neighborhoods
Everything is going north of the airport
Traffic should be closer to major thoroughfare and mass transit - urban planning SB9 - density
Councilmember Nehrenheim gave a presentation and discussed Housing and Transportation:
Avenue I Mixed Use Project
One South
Legado and Avenue G
Tallest residential building in Redondo Beach - sits right on the beach Esplanade Wall- extreme density
Esplanade with existing, non-conforming
District 1 maxed out
Highest density in the Santa Monica Bay
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93% commuters
Public transportation: 1%
Drive alone: 87%
Need to create more jobs in Redondo
North Redondo transit lines
South Redondo transit lines
Major transit stops- two in Redondo, none in South Redondo Is AES site available?
o AB1397-2017
o No existing infrastructure
o Current lease and power generation until 2023+
o Coastal Commission LCP Amendment
FedEx site - 100% residential buildout
Smart and Final Site- small area of residential ( island)- parking is impacted Alcast Foundry
St. James
Mayor Brand referred to a letter to HCD dated January 5, 2022 where HCD is considering comments from the new owner and his law firm regarding upzoning for residential development ( 1500 units) which is why AES should be addressed and is being discussed.
Councilmember Obagi reviewed his concerns and encouraged people to look at SB375, and noted what staff has outlined is completely consistent with SB375.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to continue the Public Hearing to the February 8, 2022 City Council meeting. Motion carried, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Horvath, Emdee
NOES: Loewenstein, Obagi
ABSENT: None
At 10: 30 p. m., Council concurred to continue the Agenda as presented.
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS — NONE
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING CERTIFICATION OF AN INITIATIVE
ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO CANNABIS REGULATION, ADOPT ORDINANCE, CALL AN
ELECTION, OR ORDER A REPORT
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
City Clerk Manzano gave a report and discussed the following:
Received the Cannabis Initiative Ordinance on 12/ 13/ 21 Proponent submitted over 6, 314 signatures
To qualify, would need 10% of registered voters
07/16/ 2021 SOS Report of 47,948 registered RB voters; needed 4, 795 valid signatures Came back from the County 6, 151 signatures found sufficient Council Actions
o Receive and File the Certification of Sufficiency; and o Adopt the Ordinance without alternation; or
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o Direct the City Clerk/ Elections Official to prepare for the call of an election for either (EC1405 a, b):
Redondo Beach General Municipal Election on March 7, 2023 or Statewide Direct Primary Election ( a Special Election of the City of Redondo Beach in Consolidation with the County of Los Angeles) on June 7, 2022 o May ( optional) direct the City's Election Official to request City Attorney to prepare an Impartial Analysis of the measure (EC9280)
o May( optional) request a report of the effect of the proposed initiative for presentation at the City Council Meeting of March 1, 2022
The City Council will then have 10 days to:
Adopt the Ordinance without alteration; or
Order a Special Election for June 7, 2022 ( EC9215C)
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Elliot Lewis, EDRCSC, stated this is good for the constituents of Redondo Beach, is a good measure, and the majority of Redondo Beach citizens have wanted it and will pass on ballot. He said the City Council should represent the constituents, the winning applicants will pay the legal fees, the issue goes beyond cannabis, supported this on the June 7 ballot to let voters decide, and thanked Councilmember Emdee for being open- minded.
Damian Martin, Attorney and cofounder of EDRCSC, stated an offer was sent to the City Council and Mayor for the PAC supporting the Redondo Beach Cannabis Regulation Public Safety Measure to pay for the election if placed on the June 7, 2022 ballot and suggested this be done now and let the voters decide.
Eugene Solomon, Redondo Beach, expressed concern with the initiative group creating an environment rallying everyone against them and suggested reconsidering options, compromising, turning down rhetoric and working with something within the City such as the proposed ordinance.
Jonatan Cvetko, District 1, opposed the initiative group' s proposal and reviewed his concerns, and supported Council and community passing responsible policy.
Dr. Andy Lesser expressed concern with the politics of the initiative group and encouraged Council to come up with a responsible regulation proposal.
Heidi Swan stated marijuana is legal in California but the products, since it was legalized, are not what they voted for. She suggested the cannabis companies come back and provide a presentation for Redondo Beach, showing the ultra- high potency of THC products and emergency room visits.
Barry Walker, EDRCSC, local business owner, believed they wrote good policy, and said they would be happy to help with cannabis policy language.
Joan Irvine, District 1, pointed out that legal cannabis stores do not sell to children, noted the Cannabis Steering Committee and suggested looking at that ordinance, doing this for the residents in a safe environment.
Mari Guillermo did not support any high potency products in Redondo Beach and to listen to those who have opposed the initiative.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by:
Susan Graz, Carolyn Petty, Mariam Butler, Rodger Engebrethson, Barb Wilson, Robin Moser, Barton Bright, Matthew Thomas, and Peter Aziz.
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There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim, Mr. Lewis reviewed conversations with Councilmember Emdee, and all concerns have been addressed in the initiative and believed their company is a great asset.
Councilmember Emdee stated she didn' t agree with putting in an initiative which would require going back to the ballot any time the numbers of licenses are changed and supported the conversations with Mr. Lewis.
In response to Councilmember Emdee, City Attorney Webb reviewed the Council choices and explained that the default is the March regular election and it doesn't matter if a report takes place or not. He suggested doing a report if considering passing the ordinance as written.
Councilmember Emdee supported putting together an ordinance of agreement and withdrawing their ordinance 88 days prior to the March 2023 election. She did not support cannabis stores and having three outlets in the City, but these items can be hashed out when working through the ordinance. She further said the initiative has guard rails. She also supported a report showing the effects of what the initiative would have on the City.
City Manager Witzansky requested not ordering a report given the staff current workload, Councilmember Obagi expressed concern with the Catalyst Cannabis Company putting so much money into this and intending to receive a return on investment.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to receive and file the Certification of Sufficiency and call for an election on March 7, 2023, and direct the City's Election Official to request City Attorney to prepare an Impartial Analysis of the measure ( EC9280). Motion carried, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Obagi
ABSENT: None
N.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO THE SUBLEASE BETWEEN JACKBILT, INC. AND CHEESECAKE FACTORY RESTAURANTS, INC., THE GROUND LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AND JACKBILT, INC. AND THE
MASTER LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AND ZIZLIS BOUTIQUE HOTELS, LLC.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT TO THE SIXTH AMENDMENT TO THE SUBLEASE BETWEEN JACKBILT, INC. AND CHEESECAKE FACTORY RESTAURANTS, INC. TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE SUBLEASE FOR TEN YEARS TO AUGUST 5, 2033;
APPROVAL OF THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE GROUND LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AND JACKBILT, INC. TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE MASTER LEASE FOR FIVE YEARS TO AUGUST 5, 2033 AND TO RECONFIGURE AND MAKE ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENTS TO THE SHARED TRITON PARKING LOT; AND
APPROVAL OF THE EIGHTH AMENDMENT TO THE MASTER LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF
REDONDO BEACH AND ZISLIS BOUTIQUE HOTELS, LLC TO RECONFIGURE SHARED TRITON PARKING LOT ACCESS.
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CONTACT: LAURIE KOIKE, ACTING WATERFRONT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
City Manager Witzansky gave a report and discussed the following:
Win- win transaction
Extending term for five-year period
Sublease with Cheesecake Factory- 10 year extension
3M improvements by Cheesecake Factory
Jackbilt Inc. - invest money- reallocating and realigning parking spaces in front of the property 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 Loewenstein, to approve Consent to the Sixth Amendment to the sublease between Jackbilt, Inc. and Cheesecake Factory Restaurants, inc. to extend the term of the sublease for ten years to August 5, 2033; and Approve the Fourth Amendment to the ground lease between the City of Redondo Beach and Jackbilt, Inc. to extend the term of the Master Lease for five years to August 5, 2033 and to reconfigure and make additional improvements to the shared Triton parking lot; and Approve the Eighth Amendment to the Master Lease between the City of Redondo Beach and Zislis Boutique Hotels, LLC to reconfigure shared Triton parking lot access.
Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS - NONE
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
P. 1. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF REMOVAL OF CHRIS VOISEY FROM THE GENERAL
PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Mayor Brand gave a history, noted a lawsuit was filed, noted 11 depositions took place which included Mr.
Voisey who was instructed not to answer questions, stated this went to trial and court, and the judge asked Mr. Voisey who is paying for the prosecution of the case; he said he didn' t know and the judge ruled the next day all in the City' s favor. He pointed out that the Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC, was paying for the lawsuit, and said the public needs to know what happened, lack of transparency took place, and he supported Mr. Voisey' s removal from the GPAC.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Dr. Andy Lesser supported the removal of Mr. Voisey from any position in City government.
Joan Irvine, District 1, asked if this is a personal lawsuit and why is it being considered by City Council.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by:
Mariam Butler, Chris Voisey, Candace Nafissi, Peter Aziz, Lezlie Campeggi, and Wayne Craig.
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There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Councilmember Obagi reviewed the history of Mr. Voisey who brought a lawsuit that he could not fund.
Councilmember Loewenstein reviewed an email presented by Mr. Voisey and supported his removal.
City Attorney Webb suggested receive and file items to be in a separate motion and the grounds for removal.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file the unpaid judgement, the Statement of Decision, deposition, transcripts, slide show, letter sent out by the City Clerk' s Office, and the declaratory statement filed after a lawsuit. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to remove Chris Voisey from the GPAC on the basis that he has an outstanding fee order from Travis vs Brand LASC Case# BC665330 dated August 7, 2019 for the amount of$ 896, 896.60 for unpaid attorney fees owed to various defendants.
Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Obagi
NOES: Horvath, Emdee
ABSENT: None
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF - NONE
R. CLOSED SESSION — NONE
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — NONE
T. ADJOURNMENT: 12: 21 A.M.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to adjourn the meeting at 12: 21 a. m., February 2, 2022 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, February 8, 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,
Eleanono. City
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