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Tuesday, May 3, 2022
Closed Session - Adjourned Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m.
Open Session - Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m.
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A 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: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi Councilmembers Absent: 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. There being no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi closed the public comment period.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4: 31 p.m.
F.I. 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:
Colette Gray v. City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 19STCV23241
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:
Nicholas George Perry v. City of Redondo Beach, et al
Case Number: 19STCV11707
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:
Olivia Quinn v. City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 19STCV43868
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Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Loewenstein, to recess at 4:31 p.m. to conduct Closed Sessions attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Public Works Director Ted Semaan, and outside counsel Kent Moore and Alexander Frank.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi so ordered.
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi Councilmembers Absent: Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS - NONE
City Manager Witzansky stated that Public Works Director Ted Semaan did not attend Item F.2.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adjourn at 6:02 p.m. to a regular meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi so ordered.
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Obagi at 6:02 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi Councilmembers Absent: Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael 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 Pro Tem Obagi, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
D. 1. MAYOR' S COMMENDATION TO THE SOUTH REDONDO AYSO 334 ALL STAR GIRLS 10U TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2022 WESTERN STATES ALL STAR TOURNAMENT D. 2. MAYOR'S COMMENDATION TO THE NORTH REDONDO AYSO 17 ALL STAR GIRLS 12U TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2022 WESTERN STATES ALL STARS TOURNAMENT Councilmember Nehrenheim announced his Community Meeting on May 14, 2022 with an online meeting to follow.
Councilmember Loewenstein announced his District 2 Community Meeting on May 16, 2022 from 5:30 to 7 p. m. in person on the 2nd floor in the Main Library.
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Councilmember Horvath announced his District 3 Community Meeting on Wednesday May 18, 2022 on Zoom with special guest City Manager Witzansky discussing the budget.
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi announced his Community Meeting on Thursday May 5, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at the Perry Park Senior Center.
E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Horvath to approve the Order of Agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess to the Community Financing Authority meeting. Hearing no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi so ordered.
Mayor Brand arrived at 6: 16 p. m.
F. AGENCY RECESS: 6: 16 p.m.
F. I. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY FINANCING AUTHORITY CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
RECONVENE: 6: 20 p.m.
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
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to receive and file additional material for Items H. 8, J. 1, N. 1, and N. 2. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H. I. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR MEETING OF May 3, 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. APRIL 5, 2022 ADJOURNED REGULAR & REGULAR MEETING
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
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HA. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 28131- 28157 IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,700.74, PD. 4/29/22 DIRECT DEPOSIT 247693-248208 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 792,826.27, PD. 4/29/22 EFT/ACH $7,557.23, PD. 4/ 1/ 22 (PP2207)
EFT/ACH $361, 788.80, PD. 4/4/22 (PP2206)
EFT/ACH $367,641. 26, PD. 4/7/22 (PP2207)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 103285-403454 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 505,039.89
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $362,554.31
DIRECT DEPOSIT 100005955-100006056 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 87,367.29, PD. 4/29/22
REPLACEMENT DEMANDS 103281- 103284 $679.03
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 5. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH COOK, HAMMOND AND KELL, INC. DBA CHK AMERICA FOR PROFESSIONAL TRANSIT GRAPHIC DESIGN SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $ 10,000 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM TO JUNE 30, 2024.
2. APPROVE THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH KIM FUENTES FOR
PROFESSIONAL TRANSPORTATION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $ 15,000 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM TO JUNE 30, 2024.
3. APPROVE THE FIFTH AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH ROY E. GLAUTHIER
CONSULTING FOR PROFESSIONAL TRANSIT CONSULTATION SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $20,000 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM TO JUNE 30, 2023.
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 6. EXCUSE ABSENCES OF COMMISSIONERS FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION MEETINGS.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 7. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2205-023, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, LEASING CERTAIN PROPERTY
TO PHONG HOONG, AN INDIVIDUAL, DBA MINI CHINESE RESTAURANT
APPROVE THE LEASE WITH PHONG HOONG, AN INDIVIDUAL, DBA MINI CHINESE RESTAURANT, FOR A MONTHLY MINIMUM RENT OF $ 1, 618.76 AND A TERM OF MAY 3, 2022 THROUGH APRIL 5, 2026
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 8. APPROVE THREE-YEAR AGREEMENTS WITH PCI STRIPING AND SUPERIOR PAVEMENT
MARKINGS TO PROVIDE CITYWIDE STREET STRIPING SERVICES FOR A COST NOT TO EXCEED $54,000 PER AGREEMENT, FOR THE TERM MAY 3, 2022 TO MAY 2, 2025 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 9. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF A BACKUP SEWER PUMP FOR THE RINDGE LIFT STATION FROM XYLEM WATER SOLUTIONS FOR A COST TO THE WASTEWATER FUND OF $53,701 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 10. ACCEPT AS COMPLETE THE 190TH STREET KING HARBOR ENTRY SIGN AND PEDESTRIAN SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, JOBS NO. 10160 & 41200, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY
ENGINEER TO FILE A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE PROJECT WITH THE LOS
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ANGELES COUNTY RECORDER AND RELEASE THE FINAL RETENTION PAYMENT OF 7,817.83 TO ELECNOR BELCO ELECTRIC, INC., UPON EXPIRATION OF THE 35 -DAY LIEN
PERIOD AFTER SAID RECORDATION AND NO CLAIMS BEING FILED AGAINST THE
PROJECT
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 11. PULLED BY MAYOR BRAND FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
H. 12. ADOPT BY 4/5 VOTE AND TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2205-024, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A2021- 2022 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET MODIFICATION TO APPROPRIATE $ 512,267 IN HARBOR
TIDELANDS FUNDS FROM THE UNALLOCATED FUND BALANCE TO THE PIER RAILING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, JOB NO. 70360; AND
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2205-025, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING A CONTRACT TO UNIX CONSTRUCTION INC, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 571, 546 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PIER RAILING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, JOB NO. 70360 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 13. APPROVE THE CITY ENGINEER' S REPORT FOR THE 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR STREET
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2205-026, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER AN ASSESSMENT
FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENTS OF CERTAIN STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES,
APPURTENANCES AND LANDSCAPED AREAS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 2022 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2023, AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR THE PUBLIC
PROTEST HEARING
SET JUNE 7, 2022, AS THE DATE TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR STREET LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT
ASSESSMENT
TED CONTACT: SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 14. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH GEOSYNTEC CONSULTANTS, INC.
TO PREPARE GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR THE FUNDING OF PROJECTS INCLUDED IN THE
UPDATED BEACH CITIES ENHANCED WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PLAN AND TO DESIGN
LOW FLOW DIVERSIONS TO THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $400,000 FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM THROUGH JULY 1, 2026 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 15. APPROVE THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH LARRY WALKER ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES SUPPORTING COMPLIANCE WITH THE
CITY'S MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM AND SEASIDE LAGOON NATIONAL
POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM PERMITS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 200,000 PER YEAR FOR A TOTAL OF $ 1, 000,000 FOR AN ADDITIONAL FIVE-YEAR TERM TO JUNE 30, 2027
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 16. APPROVE THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE LEGAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
SHUTE, MIHALY & WEINBERGER LLP
CONTACT: MICHAEL WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
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Mayor Brand called for public comment.
There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve Consent Calendar Items H. 1 through H. 15, with the exclusion of pulled Item H. 11. 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. 11. APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE ON-CALL CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH LUCCI S ASSOCIATES, INC., TO INCREASE THE NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT BY $ 100,000 FOR A NEW TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $ 200,000 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM TO MAY 2, 2024
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
City Manager Witzansky gave a report regarding on-call contract services and maintenance providers, drawing from the budget as needed, with the agreement being ready to go. He also reviewed the previous process which took up to six months. He further said there is a limit depending on the size of the project.
Mayor Brand called for public comment.
There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Councilmember Nehrenheim suggested integrating projects. City Manager Witzansky stated staff is actively seeking more on-call consultant services and will continue to bring vendors in as available.
Councilmember Obagi suggested extending a project and doubling the work. City Manager Witzansky stated this could take place but there is still an administrative standard control within the City. He also said staff is currently bringing a more manageable on-call provider.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve the First Amendment to the On -Call Consulting Services Agreement with Lucci & Associates, Inc., to increase the not to exceed amount by $ 100,000 for a new total not to exceed amount of $200,000 and to extend the term to May 2, 2024. 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.
Alan Klainbaum, Redondo Beach, Public Safety Commission, spoke on public safety in the streets, traffic and pedestrians, excessive speed and distracted driving. He suggested a different approach to safety and
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said stop signs are not working and should be enforced or removed, and also suggested lowering the speed limit to 20 mph.
Wayne Craig supported Council authorizing a $30K in- depth public safety study, reviewed his concerns, and expressed concern with the lack of importance and priority of studies.
Rolf Strutzenberg welcomed Councilmember Obagi and everyone back to the Chambers and in- person Council meetings.
Rita Loy, Redondo Beach, congratulated Councilmember Obagi, supported the new chambers and welcomed everyone back.
Pamela Berinder reviewed her concerns regarding a dog next door and asked that a proper fence be built.
Craig Cadwallader, Surf Rider Foundation South Bay Chapter, supported AB2140 which returns control locally to the City to decide by resolution whether or not to renew the once through cooling permit and urged everyone to support it.
Barbara Epstein requested help regarding donating a bench at Wilderness Park sharing nature with children through the Audubon Society, and also supported the new Council Chambers.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS - NONE
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE SUBMITTAL OF A LETTER TO LOS ANGELES
COUNTY SUPERVISOR HOLLY MITCHELL AND LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY ( METRO) REGARDING THE METRO C ( GREEN) LINE
EXTENSION TO TORRANCE PROJECT
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Brandy Forbes gave a report and update on the project and stated a draft letter has been provided incorporating additional concerns. She also noted a revised letter in the Blue Folder.
In response to Mayor Brand, City Manager Witzansky stated there is no time constraint, public input can take place tonight, and this item can be brought back on the 17th.
Councilmember Obagi reviewed his revised letter and noted concerns at the county level which will affect neighborhoods. He explained that Metro is potentially planning on running two Metro trains down the rightof-way, next to the current train tracks and maybe underground the light rail tracks at 182nd and other locations to avoid sounding their horns. He said the trains are very large and heavy and questioned the land being able to tolerate the heavy weight next to a huge retaining wall. He also noted no time savings between undergrounding on the right-of-way versus going down Hawthorne Boulevard.
Councilmember Nehrenheim expressed concern with the noise, supported the letter and encouraged people to attend the walk. He also expressed concern with the train going down the right-of-way.
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Councilmember Loewenstein stated many voted for Measures M and R but opposed Metro running trains every 7 minutes behind somebody's house and the loss of property value. He expressed concern with Metro and their routing locations and said Metro needs to hear input. He suggested writing Supervisor Mitchell and Metro to consider putting an elevated track down Hawthorne.
Councilmember Horvath supported Supervisor Mitchell and her team who may be leaning towards an elevated portion on Hawthorne. He said advocating directly to the board members makes a difference and said it will be helpful to build a coalition. He also believed there is now more discussion about Hawthorne Boulevard and an elevated situation than two years ago.
Mayor Brand stated that a transit center is being built right now along the right-of-way and he encouraged everyone to continue to participate. He also suggested visiting greenlineextension(a_)metro. net.
Mayor Brand called for public comment.
Rita Loy, Redondo Beach, gave a history on the line which used to be a lot busier, and supported it going down Hawthorne Boulevard.
Wayne Craig reviewed the noise and frequency of the train and supported help from the county supervisors and also supported moving it down Hawthorne Boulevard.
Alan Klainbaum suggested more visibility on approvals to allow more public participation and comments.
Community Development Director Forbes stated the draft EIR is currently taking place which should go through this year and once released, there is a comment period.
Sarah Mann announced the Breakwater Village hosting Metro on Wednesday May 11 at 2:30 p.m. She said they are located less than 20 feet from the right-of-way on the west side and supported resident input and discussing impacts. She also invited the Council and Supervisor Mitchell to attend.
Mayor Brand advised Metro is concurrently hosting a public walk.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by:
Roger Carlson, Niki Negrete- Mitchell, and Michael Garlan.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to continue this item to the May 17, 2022 City Council meeting to allow for further revisions of the letter, and additional public comment.
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 THE PICKLEBALL FEASIBILITY STUDY
RECEIVE AND FILE THE STUDY AND THE INPUT FROM THE RECREATION AND PARKS
COMMISSION AND COMMUNITY AND PROVIDE DIRECTION ON ANY PROPOSED
PICKLEBALL LOCATIONS
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
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Senior Management Analyst Kelly Orta gave a report and discussed the following:
Feasibility Study: Background
Results of the Feasibility Study - positives/negatives
o Alta Vista Park
o Anderson Park
o Aviation Park North Parking Lot
o Aviation Park Open Field
o Dominguez Park
o Franklin Park
o Perry Park
o Perry Allison Playfield
Recreation and Parks Commission Input
Alta Vista Use Information
Fiscal Impact
Recommendation
Mayor Brand supported moving forward with restriping for pickleball and resurfacing the basketball court as well as at Perry Park. He also said any new locations near residential should be considered trials. He also recommended talking to Northrop -Grumman.
Councilmember Nehrenheim stated he visited every location and took photos.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim, Kamala Brown, Landscape Architect for Hirsch and Associates and author of the feasibility study, explained the reason for taking out trees at Aviation and the width being too short with 10 feet cutting into the slope and retaining wall. She also noted root damage on the southern side and drainage issues and said a survey would need to take place regarding the grading. She also said the entire area would be expanded.
Councilmember Nehrenheim suggested looking at the current locations being used at Franklin, Perry and Anderson Parks, allowing for ten courts.
Councilmember Obagi supported Perry Park and dual court usage, repainting the basketball lines and asked about the striping.
Ms. Brown suggested obtaining the striping layout measurements first to bring back to Council.
Councilmember Horvath questioned considering Anderson Park since it was discussed once before concerning noise issues. He noted eight courts at Alta Vista and questioned the percentage of use at these courts. Senior Management Analyst Orta explained that the tennis courts are by reservation only.
Councilmember Horvath questioned the current usage spread across eight courts actually functioning on seven courts. Senior Management Analyst Orta stated potentially this is possible. City Manager Witzansky explained the total aggregate figures are sunup to sundown and suggested coming back with data utilization during peak periods of time.
Councilmember Horvath said there are many courts being used and noted the demand of pickleball is increasing. He suggested dedicating a single court that could have four games going at once. He also noted opposition of pickleball at Franklin Park and suggested this park be removed for consideration.
In response to Councilmember Horvath regarding Perry Park striping, City Manager Witzansky explained that the striping would be permanent and by reservation dedicated basketball time versus dedicated pickleball would be allocated.
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Councilmember Horvath supported the Perry Park use and a full court at Alta Vista would could be done within the $ 50K range.
Councilmember Emdee suggested having six courts at the North for tournaments and community level and use of hotels. She also suggested a central location for six to eight pickleball courts which is vital to the eventual goal for developing a program for pickleball, combining with other cities, having a destination type of scenario. She also informed that people have been playing two courts at Dale Page Park which is right next to residential and said she has not heard a complaint. City Manager Witzansky stated there could be an ADA issue.
Mayor Brand called for public comment.
Bobby Trevino supported pickleball which is social, everyone can play it and hoped more facilities can be provided and more people getting involved. He also supported a permanent facility such as at Aviation.
Mayor Brand suggested having an official organization eventually.
Carla McOsker stated the sport is growing fast, stated one pickleball court can accommodate four courts allowing for 16 players, stated she plays in other cities, supported having a league in Redondo Beach, supported sharing courts with the tennis courts, and partnering with corporations.
Desiree Galassi stated she authored a petition with 520 signatures supporting pickleball for Redondo Beach, and stated she moderates a Redondo Beach Pickleball page on Facebook and NextDoor. She believed Redondo Beach could have approximately 1, 000 pickleball players based on its own population. She also reviewed the numbers from other cities and the revenue that could be generated in Redondo Beach. She noted the popularity of the sport and believed it is time to have pickleball in Redondo Beach and not fund other cities for usage.
Wayne Craig suggested looking at peak hours at Alta Vista and tennis court usage and any impacts to the existing usage.
Rolf Strutzenberg, Redondo Beach, spoke on Franklin Park and upcoming construction and noted it may be school property and suggested looking at the lease regarding usage.
John Bauer, Redondo Beach, noted the passion of pickleball, and supported the City having permanent courts.
George Cassis supported the sport of pickleball and noted its popularity and having a long wait time. He also suggested playing on individual courts and not a converted tennis court. He further did not support multiuse because the striping is confusing and supported dedicated pickleball courts.
In response to Councilmember Emdee, Mr. Cassis stated the West End has a court conversion and the South End has three separate dedicated courts with massive fencing. He also said a good pickleball court requires a flat perfect surface which can be expensive.
Kelly Maida supported pickleball which allows her to play with both her mother and son. She supported being proactive and having the eight courts north of the track at Aviation and the six courts in the dirt lot.
Wendy Ruddick, Redondo Beach, thanked the other communities supporting Redondo Beach, and suggested temporary courts while building a large facility.
Holly Osborne, District 5, suggested restriping part of the parking lot owned by the City by the Performing Arts Center which has a dual use.
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Mark Hansen, King Harbor. Boater, recommended using a mixture of the locations such as the aquatic facilities to be accommodated at Aviation Park.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by:
Phil Hong, Brianna Egan, Mara Lang, and Christine Ng.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
In response to Councilmember Horvath regarding the court behind the Aviation Gym and six courts turned 45 degrees and orienting them to fit more, Ms. Brown explained the orientation and said they are currently facing north/south.
Councilmember Obagi suggested the players would switch sides and the courts be oriented to allow for more court.
Councilmember Horvath supported permanent pickleball courts and focusing on the big picture and broader scope. He also believed courts can be available immediately by restriping a court such as at Alta Vista.
Councilmember Obagi supported Redondo Beach catching up with this sport and pointed out that allocating money takes four votes. He favored restriping/ new coating at Perry Park and Ms. Brown reviewed the costs.
Councilmember Loewenstein supported pickleball in the City and suggested restriping at Perry Park and possibly Alta Vista, and suggested courts at Anderson Park at the soccer field.
Councilmember Emdee stated the soccer field at Anderson Park is highly used for soccer and did not advise it for pickleball.
Councilmember Loewenstein also supported using the north lot at Aviation and at the Performing Arts Center. City Manager Witzansky noted the Performing Arts Center with overflow parking demand issues with drainage issues south of the field. He suggested using some of the parking at Aviation which is underused and underutilized.
Councilmember Loewenstein did not support the open field due to a high school pool and suggested building three courts temporarily after speaking to Northrop -Grumman and lease it. City Manager Witzansky suggested Northrop employees may benefit, and also suggested an east/west court orientation on a more temporary basis, if approved by Northrop -Grumman.
Councilmember Loewenstein also suggested restriping at Franklin. City Manager Witzansky suggested considering any ADA accessibility issues at Franklin. Ms. Brown said there could be a ramp issue.
Mayor Brand reviewed the upcoming budget cycle and noted also that Northrop -Grumman made $ 913 last quarter.
Councilmember Nehrenheim stated pickleball is the next step in tennis but noted petitions opposing pickleball.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim, City Manager Witzansky stated there are currently 130 CIP projects that over $15K.
Councilmember Nehrenheim suggested the usage of Franklin Park with the two current courts on the basketball courts.
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Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to follow the direction of the Parks and Recreation Commission, converting one of the courts at Alta Vista with a followup for the multiuse at Perry Park and pursue at budget a more permanent and long term solution at Aviation Park.
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim to direct staff to work on a dual striping at Perry Park, and to permanentize the usage of Franklin Park with the two current courts on the basketball courts.
City Manager Witzansky explained that the usage will need to be compliant.
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to stripe the two locations cited on the basketball court at Franklin Park, to work on the Perry Park three locations, to work on the one location on the basketball court at Anderson Park, and to direct staff to check with Northrop - Grumman for investigation of a pickleball court for both east/west and north/ south and any other location on Northrop -Grumman property long term.
Mayor Brand expressed concern with requiring a 4/5 vote by Council over $50K.
Councilmember Nehrenheim reviewed the costs which will be under $ 50K and suggested coming back during budget season and any information regarding help from Northrop -Grumman.
Councilmember Emdee stated the lot has been empty for decades and suggested the north/south orientation for a court, but there is competition with other proposed uses.
Mayor Brand pointed out there may be concerns and complaints but that will be determined.
Councilmember Obagi suggested monitoring when pickleball is being played.
Substitute motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: Horvath
ABSENT: None
N. 3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE PROCESS TO REPLACE THE CITY'S
WEBSITE AND CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
CONTACT: LUKE SMUDE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
City Manager Witzansky gave a staff report and reviewed the process to replace the City's website and Content Management System. He suggested two working groups, one to include a subcommittee consisting of the Mayor and Council and the other to include the City Manager and staff.
Councilmember Nehrenheim volunteered to be on the subcommittee, supported moving from Granicus and said there are many platforms and services that do a great job.
Councilmembers Obagi and Horvath volunteered to be on the subcommittee.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to accept staff recommendation and to form the two subcommittees as recommended by staff, with Councilmembers Nehrenheim and Loewenstein on the subcommittee for the Council action and staff to create their subcommittee.
Councilmember Loewenstein also supported looking at streaming issues.
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City Manager Witzansky reviewed the process and the time that may be required.
Mayor Brand called for public comment.
Sheila Lamb supported the proposed RFI paving the way to a new website, noting the current site is behind the times. She also reviewed the advantages with a new website.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
NA. RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON MURAL ORDINANCE OPTIONS AND AVAILABLE MURAL
LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE CITY
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Community Services Director Cameron Harding gave a staff report on the mural ordinance options, reviewed other cities, funding, mural locations throughout the City, next steps, and recommendation.
In response to Councilmember Obagi, Councilmember Horvath stated that murals over the last six years have been on private property only. City Manager Witzansky stated a few of the mural projects have been part of the development and approved through the design review process.
Councilmember Obagi suggested staff develop a strategy for conducting outreach to private businesses.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to direct staff to proceed with a mural ordinance and develop a strategy for using public art funds to mural-ize private property in the City.
Councilmember Nehrenheim stated the 1 % artwork fund should only be used for artwork. He reviewed Culver City and said Sacramento has a mural festival all on private property, and questioned having an ordinance.
City Manager Witzansky stated more research will be needed regarding other cities.
City Attorney Webb said it depends on the goal regarding having an ordinance.
Councilmember Nehrenheim suggested having a no cost permit.
Councilmember Emdee stated the City has a Master Plan created by the Public Art Commission.
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to develop a strategy to work with the Public Art Commission, and to have the Public Art Commission look at a definition of an ordinance if required to avoid issues of graffiti, etc.
Councilmember Obagi explained that a mural ordinance is required, noting that existing structures and property owners are not informed that they can install a mural.
City Attorney Webb opposed using ordinances to make the public aware regarding mural installation and supported making clear the goal of the ordinance.
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Councilmember Horvath noted a very passionate art community in the City and believed there would be a lot of people collaborating with the Public Art Commission regarding mural installations in the City.
City Manager Witzansky suggested staff come back with an option to add some form of mural definition or reference in the code.
Mayor Brand called for public comment.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by Mark Nelson.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Substitute Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
N. 5. RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM IMPROVEMENTS AND
ADDITIONAL AMENITIES AT AVIATION PARK
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Community Services Director Cameron Harding gave a report on short-term and long-term improvements and additional amenities at Aviation Park, noted a complete painting of the building exterior costing $ 132K with $ 150K already appropriated, and reviewed conditions of walkways and patios, the work schedule, playground equipment, Aviation Field, Aquatics Center, and recommendation.
Councilmember Nehrenheim noted upgrades are needed and supported having a pool.
Councilmember Loewenstein also supported having a pool and suggested looking at sharing costs with another facility/entity.
Mayor Brand also suggested looking at a partnership regarding an aquatic center.
Councilmember Emdee stated she did a poll and noted demand for a pool.
Councilmember Obagi suggested finishing up the waterfront and Seaside Lagoon first, and then move on to the rest of the City.
Councilmember Horvath agreed and noted the Seaside Lagoon should be considered as a multiuse water facility which can be open all year.
Councilmember Nehrenheim agreed and to keep options open.
Mayor Brand called for public comment.
Holly Osborne, District 5, stated Northrop -Grumman employees were able to use the pool from 12 to 1 p.m. and gave a history and the pool getting run down.
Mark Hansen stated the Harbor Commission received a presentation from Thomas Grimm proposing an impressive Ocean Encounter Educational Facility at the Joe's site. He recommended that the City Council consider utilizing one of the other seven locations for the courts and preserve the Aviation Park location for
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the Aquatic Facility/50-meter pool, maintaining the Joe's site for Marine Education and the Lagoon site for more coastal related uses.
Carissa Gallardo supported an aquatic facility in Redondo Beach and coordinating with Manhattan Beach and/or Beach Cities Health District.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by Sara Martin.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
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
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky requested any feedback regarding the new Chambers and the system.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Councilmember Nehrenheim supported the new Chamber facility and thanked staff and IT.
Councilmember Horvath thanked Public Works for the bulb -out on Maria.
In response to Councilmember Loewenstein, City Manager Witzansky stated the voucher passes for ridesharing will come back as a BRR in June.
Councilmember Obagi thanked staff for their help with tonight's meeting. He also requested a BRR for a temporary shade structure at Perry Park Senior Center.
Councilmember Emdee supported tonight's setup and ease of following the agenda and thanked staff for the trees being planted throughout the City.
Mayor Brand thanked staff and everyone involved regarding tonight's meeting. He also thanked the Historical Commission and staff for the celebration at the Museum and the City's birthday.
R. CLOSED SESSION — NONE
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — NONE
T. ADJOURNMENT: 10: 31 P.M.
T.I. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF CAROLYN LININGER, FORMER CITY EMPLOYEE There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to adjourn the meeting at 10: 31 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
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Tuesday, May 10, 2022, in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
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 le
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