Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
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Tuesday, March 1, 2022) _
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 Pro Tem Obagi at 4: 30 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Horvath, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi Councilmembers Absent: Nehrenheim, Emdee ( arrived 4: 35 p. m.), Mayor Brand 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 Pro Tem Obagi called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by Nyla Ren.
There being no further comments, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi 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:
209 N. Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7503-029- 900)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Chris Bredesen
Redondo Beach Marina Group, LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
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F. 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege. Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 4)
One potential case
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 Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess at 4: 33 p. m. to conduct Closed Sessions attended by City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, City Manager Mike Witzansky, and Acting Waterfront and Economic Development Director Laurie Koike. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi so ordered.
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi Councilmembers Absent: Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS - NONE
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Obagi, to adjourn at 6: 01 p. m. to a regular meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi so ordered.
A. CALL TO ORDER
Via Teleconference, a Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro Tern Obagi at 6:01 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi Councilmembers Absent: Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
B. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
At the request of Mayor Pro Tern Obagi, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Mayor Pro Tem Obagi expressed concern with Ukraine issues and also our troops being on standby. He also announced music classes being offered in the parks.
Councilmember Horvath expressed concern for Ukraine issues and also issues with the Texas Governor related to trans kids.
Councilmember Loewenstein also expressed concern with Ukraine and announced his District 2 Community Meeting to be held on March 16 from 6 to 7:30 p. m. on Zoom with special guest the new Police Chief.
Councilmember Emdee congratulated new Police Chief Hoffman and announced Fat Tuesday.
Mayor Pro Tern Obagi thanked Lila Omura Garcia regarding a homeless person joining the pallet shelter, announced his Community Meeting taking place tomorrow at 6: 30 p. m. on Zoom, and expressed concern with comments by Councilmember Emdee regarding District 4.
Councilmember Emdee stated that District 5 has no opinion regarding what' s going on in District 4.
City Manager Witzansky introduced and welcomed new Police Chief Joe Hoffman. Chief Hoffman thanked Council and stated he is looking forward to working with the City.
Councilmember Loewenstein welcomed Chief Hoffman and supported the Police Department which has a great reputation.
E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Obagi , to approve the Order of the Agenda as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi so ordered.
F. AGENCY RECESS: 6: 11 p.m.
F. 1. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY FINANCING AUTHORITY CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess to the Community Financing Authority meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi so ordered.
F. 2. PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY - REGULAR MEETING - CANCELLED RECONVENE: 6: 15 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi Councilmembers Absent: Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, Assistant City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS— ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Obagi, to receive and file additional Items for H. 5, J. 1, and N. 1. Hearing no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
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H. 1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 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
H.3. PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER LOEWENSTEIN FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
H.4. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 27968- 27993 IN THE AMOUNT OF$ 40, 432. 00, PD. 2/ 18122 DIRECT DEPOSIT 245129-245648 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 814,970.19, PD. 2/ 18122 DIRECT DEPOSIT 245649-245653 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 15, 243. 69, PD. 2/ 18/ 22 EFT/ACH $ 367,981. 75, PD. 2/ 18/ 22 ( PP2203)
EFT/ACH $ 7, 967.66, PD. 2/ 18/ 22 ( PP2204)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 102431. 102605 IN THE AMOUNT OF$ 1, 850,368. 20
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $ 722.33
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $ 721. 58
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $ 368, 940.30
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $ 721. 58
DIRECT DEPOSIT 100005753- 100005852 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 86,089. 36, PD. 3/ 1/ 22 CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 5. EXCUSE ABSENCES OF VARIOUS COMMISSIONERS FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION
MEETINGS
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 6. APPROVE THE AGREEMENT WITH COMMON AREA MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC. DBA
CAM PROPERTY SERVICES, TO PROVIDE TRANSIT CENTER PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 1, 185,038. 85 AND A 42 MONTH TERM.
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Hi. APPROVE THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CALNET 3 CONTRACT INDIVIDUAL CASE BASIS
LETTER WITH VERIZON BUSINESS GROUP FOR A DATA CIRCUIT TRANSPORT SPEED INCREASE FROM 50MBPS TO 250MBPS FOR PUBLIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT PURPOSES FOR AN ADDITIONAL ESTIMATED MONTHLY AMOUNT OF $ 286.
CONTACT: CHRISTOPHER BENSON, INFORMATION TECH DIRECTOR
H. 8. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH CASHEL CORPORATION, DBA INTEGRATED MEDIA
SYSTEMS FOR COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND MAIN LIBRARY AUDIO VISUAL AND BROADCAST
SYSTEMS REMOTE MONITORING, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 96,670 AND THE TERM MARCH 1, 2022 - FEBRUARY 28, 2025.
CONTACT: CHRISTOPHER BENSON, INFORMATION TECH DIRECTOR
H. 9. PULLED BY MAYOR PRO TEM OBAGI FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
H. 10. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3228-22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 3, CHAPTER 6 OF THE
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REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH A FEE TO USE PUBLIC ELECTRIC
VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS, PERMIT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF OVERSTAY CHARGES
FOR PUBLIC ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS, AND PROHIBIT NON- CHARGING VEHICLES FROM PARKING AT PUBLIC ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS. FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION.
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 11. APPROVE THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH RINCON CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW SERVICES OF A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT PROJECT TO BE LOCATED AT 100- 132 N. CATALINA AVENUE FOR AN ADDITIONAL $ 14, 800 FOR A NEW TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 193, 858 FOR A TERM THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
APPROVE THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH
CATALINA FUND, LLC FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF COSTS RELATED TO THE
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW OF A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT PROJECT TO BE LOCATED AT 100- 132 N. CATALINA AVENUE FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $ 14, 800 FOR A NEW TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 239, 583 FOR A TERM THROUGH JUNE 30, 2022 CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H. 12. APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH RINCON CONSULTANTS, INC. FOR PREPARATION OF A PARKING STUDY WITH RECOMMENDED REVISIONS TO
PARKING REGULATIONS AND ASSOCIATED CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
CEQA) DOCUMENTS RELATED TO IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ARTESIA / AVIATION CORRIDORS AREA PLAN ( AACAP) TO EXTEND THE TERM TO DECEMBER 31, 2022.
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi called for public comment via Zoom and eComment. There being no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve Consent Calendar Items H. 1 through H. 12, with the exclusion of pulled items 1- 1. 3 and H. 9. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi NOES: None
ABSENT: Nehrenheim
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. 3. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER$ 35,000:
1. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY FOR
EXTENSION OF GAS LINES TO THE SITE OF THE CITY'S NEW TRANSIT CENTER FACILITY AT 1521 KINGSDALE AVENUE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 5, 119.11 UNTIL COMPLETED.
2. APPROVE AN ARTIST LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH JUAN MELENDEZ FOR ARTWORK DESIGN FOR UTILITY BOX PUBLIC ARTWORK PHASE III ( DISTRICT 2 - HARBOR DRIVE & BERYL) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 350 FOR THE TERM OF MARCH 1, 2022 TO MAY 30, 2022.
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3. APPROVE AN ARTIST LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH PRESTON CRAIG FOR ARTWORK DESIGN FOR UTILITY BOX PUBLIC ARTWORK PHASE III ( DISTRICT 5 - AVIATION & SPACE PARK DRIVE) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $350 FOR THE TERM OF MARCH 1, 2022 TO MAY 30, 2022.
4. APPROVE AN ARTIST LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH DONINE WELLMAN FOR ARTWORK DESIGN FOR UTILITY BOX PUBLIC ARTWORK PHASE III ( DISTRICT 3 - 190TH & BLOSSOM) AND PHASE IV( DISTRICT 1 - PROSPECT& CAMINO REAL) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 1, 400 FOR THE TERM OF JANUARY 18, 2022 TO APRIL 30, 2022.
5. APPROVE AN ARTIST LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH MARISABEL BAZAN FOR ARTWORK DESIGN FOR UTILITY BOX PUBLIC ARTWORK PHASE IV( DISTRICT 5- MANHATTAN BEACH BLVD & VAIL) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $700 FOR THE TERM OF MARCH 1, 2022 TO MAY 30, 2022.
6. APPROVE AN ARTIST LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH DAGNY TANG FOR ARTWORK DESIGN FOR UTILITY BOX PUBLIC ARTWORK PHASE III ( DISTRICT 4 - AVIATION & FORD) IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $350 FOR THE TERM OF MARCH 1, 2022 TO MAY 30, 2022.
7. APPROVE THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH SABER! & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR STRUCTURAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE REDONDO BEACH TRANSIT CENTER PROJECT, JOB NO. 20120 FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $ 15,000 FOR THE EXISTING TERM THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2022 WITH AN OPTION TO RENEW FOR 6 MONTHS.
8. APPROVE A LICENSE AGREEMENT ( CONTRACT NO. 9.2913) WITH SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY FOR USE OF THE NORTH REDONDO BEACH BIKE PATH AREA IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 25, 522. 38 FOR THE TERM OF MARCH 1, 2022 TO FEBRUARY 28, 2027.
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
Councilmember Loewenstein commended the Public Art Commission on these items but expressed concern with this taking so long to get to Council. He suggested having a blanket license agreement template. City Manager Witzansky stated staff will review ways to streamline the process and work with the City Attorney' s Office.
Councilmember Horvath agreed with simplifying and streamlining the process.
Assistant City Attorney Jillian Martins stated their department has a template agreement which streamlines the process but will work on further streamlining the process as well.
Councilmember Loewenstein questioned this having to go to the City Attorneys Office. City Attorney Webb stated their office has to approve all contracts.
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi called for public comment via Zoom and eComment. There being no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve Item H. 3, Contracts under$ 35,000. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi NOES: None
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ABSENT: Nehrenheim
14. 9. APPROVE AN UPDATED PAY AND BENEFITS PLAN FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND
CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEE GROUP TO INCORPORATE AMENDMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH
RECENT CITY COUNCIL, ADMINISTRATIVE, AND CALPERS ACTIONS ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2203. 011, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE PAY AND
BENEFITS PLAN FOR MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Mayor Pro Tern Obagi called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Abby Burton supported the dog park run and thanked the Deputy Director of Public Works Mike Klein for all of his work and help.
Mayor Pro Tern Obagi also thanked Deputy Director of Public Works Mike Klein for all of his help.
There being no further comments, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi closed the public comment period.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve Item H. 9 and adopt by title only Resolution No. CC-2203- 011. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi NOES: None
ABSENT: Nehrenheim
City Clerk Eleanor Manzano read by title only Resolution No. CC- 2203-011.
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Pro Tern Obagi called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Candace Nafissi, District 3, asked for additional police presence within the public parks, especially from 3 to 6 p. m. when more children are present. She also supported beginning the groundwork in developing a Business Improvement Program for Artesia Boulevard.
Su Shen supported additional police patrols around the parks, noting issues with assaults and retaliation from certain groups that are present in the park.
Juliana Sherwood expressed concern with unsafe activity in the parks and pier and asked for change to include a physical police presence during the most busy times at Veteran' s Park, the Pier, and International Boardwalk.
Holly Osborne, District 5, referred to the legal notices in the Easy Reader last week and stated signatures are not to be used for any other purpose than gathering them and turning them in, rather than photographing them and displaying them on the Easy Reader, and asked if the recall signatures are illegal. She also expressed concern with what is triggering the recall and who is gathering the signatures, and noted letters to the editor in the Easy Reader regarding inaccurate statements made by the cannabis interests to get people to sign in Manhattan Beach. She asked if the drug industry has anything to do with this recall effort.
She also said out of 197 in the SCAG, only 6 had been certified by the required date. She further said the rules keep changing and are designed to fail, and the overall allocation is too high.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by:
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Wayne Craig, Lisa Youngworth and Lezlie Campeggi.
There being no further comments, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi closed the public comment period.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS - NONE
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS
M. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON CRIME AND VEHICLE COLLISION STATISTICS AND TRENDS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2021
CONTACT: KEITH KAUFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
Chief Hoffman gave a report and discussed the following:
Crime Rates
Vehicle Collision Stats
Police-related calls regarding firearms
Enforcement
Plans for 2022
Catalytic converter issues
Police presence in harbor, pier and Veteran' s Park
Traffic details
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi suggested using non- police personnel in some of the functions.
Chief Hoffman suggested locating available resources to provide an immediate presence and to properly respond.
In response to Councilmember Horvath, Chief Hoffman gave an overview on patrols and how they work, the analysis of trends and how to help the Police, addressing changes taking place, assigning personnel to problematic parks and having command centers.
In response to Councilmember Horvath, City Manager Witzansky reviewed the status of the Over- Hire Program.
Councilmember Loewenstein noted a concern with people walking to and from their cars at night at the pier area and suggested increasing presence especially at night, and also suggested putting up cameras. City Manager Witzansky stated staff will be bringing back a recommendation on both of these issues as part of the 2022- 23 budget.
Councilmember Loewenstein suggested looking at street racing and exhaust issues and also looking at motorcycles as well. Chief Hoffman gave a report on modified exhaust citations and stated staff is looking at some other means.
Councilmember Loewenstein noted problems in District 2 with speeding and students and parents driving too fast.
Councilmember Emdee requested clarification on issues with e- bike incidents and training. Chief Hoffman gave a report and said there are different classifications and noted e- bikes are fast which is causing issues.
He also reviewed training involved to help address issues with e- bikes.
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Councilmember Emdee expressed concern with addressing e-bike concerns and at the same time them being a great solution for traffic.
Chief Hoffman also said some of the officers use e- bikes which have much more capability of causing injury.
He also said the City is incredibly safe and has a very proactive responsive Police Department and the focus is to have zero crime and zero complaints.
Councilmember Emdee said everyone needs to slow down including the cars and bikes.
In response to Mayor Pro Tern Obagi, Chief Hoffman said the Police Department has reserves and constantly is taking on anyone interested for training, which is a significant commitment. He also spoke on the VIP Program and Citizens Police Academy which can help in assistance.
Mayor Pro Tern Obagi called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Brianna Egan spoke on the vehicle collision statistics and suggested looking at the standard street specifications and updating the street designs to reduce speeding. She also suggested looking at demographics and locations.
Candace Nafissi, District 3, congratulated Chief Hoffman, suggested looking at needs such as presence in the park, recruit leverage to Reserve OffcersNlP Program, have more events in the park with Police presence, work with City Council to request additional signing bonuses, and offering strong bonuses.
There being no further comments, Mayor Pro Tern Obagi closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file the report on crime and vehicle collision statistics and trends for Calendar Year 2021. Hearing no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi so ordered.
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION' S
RECOMMENDATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RBMC) TITLE 10, CHAPTER 2 ZONING AND LAND USE AND TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 COASTAL
LAND USE PLAN IMPLEMENTING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO SETBACKS FOR ACCESSORY STRUCTURES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES( RBMC 10-2.1500 AND RBMC 10- 5. 1500) AND STANDARDS FOR BUILDING AND OTHER PROJECTIONS IN ALL ZONES ( RBMC 10-
2. 1522 AND RBMC 10- 5. 1522) AND CONSIDERATION OF A CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT (CEQA) EXEMPTION FOR THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15308 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Brandy Forbes gave a PowerPoint presentation and discussed the following:
Accessory Structures in Residential Zones Current Code
Accessory Structures in Residential Zones Planning Commission Recommendation Building and Other Projections in All Zones Planning Commission Recommendation Recommendations
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Obagi, Community Development Director Forbes explained that the language proposed would allow accessory structures to be attached, and accessory buildings when enclosed that would have to be detached, based on City Council' s interpretation at the appeal last spring. She also said the underlined and strike-throughs are the proposed revisions by the Planning Commission.
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In response to Councilmember Loewenstein regarding the appeal last spring, Community Development Director Forbes said the chimney and the roof over it would have been considered an accessory structure.
She also said the separation of 5 feet would only be between an accessory building and the dwelling unit.
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi suggested adding language " a dwelling unit and accessory structure need not be separated by any distance and can be attached: Community Development Director Forbes also said an ADU is an accessory building, and language could be added that " any accessory structure attached to a dwelling unit cannot be attached to another accessory structure." Councilmember Loewenstein suggested having a covered area from the home to a dwelling unit, and also suggested roofing a walkway between the structure and the main building.
Community Development Director Forbes suggested the language " setbacks between buildings. The minimum distance between a dwelling unit and an accessory building on the same site shall be 5 feet." Councilmember Loewenstein suggested having the definition of a structure to include roofs.
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi noted ambiguity with the language" existing accessory structures may be modified or expanded." Community Development Director Forbes explained that there won' t be an issue if the setback requirement is removed between them and will just be limited to maximum square footage for coverage.
In response to Councilmember Emdee, Community Development Director Forbes explained that an ADU is considered an accessory structure/ building and having an awning would require removing the minimum distance required between accessory structures on the same site. She also said what is proposed requires a 5 foot setback between an accessory structure, and an accessory structure wouldn' t be allowed such as a patio cover attached. She said an ADU could be up against a dwelling unit but it would have to meet building code. She also said a setback can't be required between an ADU and main dwelling unit but a 5 foot setback would be recommended.
In response to Councilmember Emdee, Community Development Director Forbes explained that an air conditioner should be in the buildable area of the site that' s not a required setback.
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi noted requests for AC units and the annoyance is from the noise, and suggested regulating the level of sounds. Community Development Director Forbes said the language includes meeting Redondo Beach noise regulations and evaluating the manufacturing ratings of what is being proposed, Councilmember Horvath suggested to specify the decibel limit of what is acceptable and the criteria. He also said residents have contacted him related specifically to air conditioners, and the logical location would include the side yard in between homes, and how to make it less annoying from noise. He suggested tightening up the language and making it clear.
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi referred to the RB Noise Ordinance which notes low density maximum level being lower whereas high density area being higher. He also suggested an analysis and how to deal with enforcement.
City Manager Witzansky stated staff will bring back more information regarding AC units.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Obagi regarding window AC' s and having a permit, Community Development Director Forbes believed this isn' t required since it doesn't require the electrical and mechanical permit. She also said an MEP permit will be required for a regular AC and an actual permit has to be submitted.
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Mayor Pro Tern Obagi suggested the following language: "there shall be no setback requirement between an accessory structure, on the one hand, and primary or accessory dwelling units with buildings, on the other." " An existing structure is a stand alone or connected accessory structure other than a naturally extending eave of a roof."
Councilmember Horvath suggested 50 to 60 decibel levels are quieter units, and suggested specifying and reevaluating this as part of the discussion.
Mayor Pro Tern Obagi called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Rolf Strutzenberg supported keeping the 5 foot setback for accessory structures and suggested a 5 foot distance between building and structure, to avoid blocking off the entire rear of a house. He also said the roof is already included in 1522, and AC mini splits can be a retrofit but can be used on new construction, but screening them from public view could be an issue and having a minimum distance.
Community Development Director Forbes suggested clearing up the language regarding an accessory structure including roof attaching to the main dwelling unit or not.
Councilmember Loewenstein stated he was okay with the roof attaching and keeping the distance from the building 5 feet.
Community Development Director Forbes suggested that the support of the structure has to be 5 feet from the dwelling unit but the roof can connect to the main dwelling unit.
City Attorney Webb suggested that Council do their research and put a limit on the number of decibels and to review the Noise Ordinance as well.
Mayor Pro Tern Obagi suggested a 55 decibel cap or per ordinance.
There being no further comments, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Obagi, to bring back in its entirety a discussion with staff corrections to the language regarding sound/noise and accessory structure/definition.
Motion failed with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Horvath
NOES: Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi
ABSENT: Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to bring this item back as a public hearing with all items discussed tonight. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi
NOES: None
ABSENT: Nehrenheim
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky announced that the Waterfront and Economic Development Director and the second Assistant to the City Manager candidates have both cleared background and will be starting with the City officially on March 14, 2022. He also said indoor mask mandates may be dropped by the end of the week and Council may have their first in- person meeting as early as April 5, 2022.
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P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Councilmember Loewenstein requested a BRR for taxi vouchers for the elderly and the handicapped.
Mayor Pro Tern Obagi requested a BRR regarding shade structures for Perry Park.
R. CLOSED SESSION— NONE
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION— NONE
T. ADJOURNMENT: 9: 17 p. m.
ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF CHRISTIAN DESIRE DELOOF, RETIRED REDONDO BEACH POLICE
OFFICER
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adjourn the meeting at 9: 17 p. m. to a Special 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, March 15, 2022 in the City Hall Council Chamber, 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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Eleanor Manzano, City Cle
MINUTES- CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, March 1, 2022