Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Closed Session - Adjourned Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m.
Open Session - Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m.
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim at 4:32 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Horvath, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Obagi (arrived 4:34 p.m.)
Councilmembers Absent: Emdee, Mayor 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 — NONE
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS — NONE E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NON -AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim called for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim closed the public comment period.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4:33 p.m.
F. 1. 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:
Jaimie Ghazarian v. City of Redondo Beach
WCAB# ADJ12093581
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess at 4:33 p. m. to conduct Closed Sessions attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden, Outside Counsel Carolyn Beliso. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION: 6:00 p.m.
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Emdee, Mayor Brand
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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
City Manager Witzansky stated there was no reportable action from Closed Session.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to adjourn at 6:01 p.m. to a regular meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim at 6:01 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Emdee, Mayor 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 Nehrenheim, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Loewenstein commented on the recent fireworks shows; reported there will be no District 2 community meeting in July and the next one will be in August.
Councilmember Horvath reported it is still being determined whether to hold the District 3 community meeting the third Thursday or the third Saturday of the month and will have more information about the meeting next week.
Councilmember Obagi thanked First Responders for their service and announced the District 4 community meeting will be on July 20, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at Perry Park Senior Center.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim thanked First Responders for their work in keeping the public safe and the City's Public Works Department; reported the District 1 community meeting will be on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. in Alta Vista and addressed topics for discussion during the meeting; discussed the possibility of a holding a City of Redondo Beach Dodger Day in September and stated he will be working with the Historical Commission to plan a City birthday party on April 29, 2023.
E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the Order ofAgenda as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
F. AGENCY RECESS: 6:07 P.M.
F.I. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY FINANCING AUTHORITY
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CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
F.2. PARKING AUTHORITY - REGULAR MEETING - CANCELLED
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR
RECONVENE TO REGULAR MEETING OF THE REDONDO BEACH CITY COUNCIL: 6: 10 p.m.
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Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Emdee, Mayor Brand
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
G. 1. For Blue Folder Documents Approved at the City Council Meeting City Clerk Manzano noted Blue Folder Items include public communications for non -agenda items and an item submitted by Councilmember Horvath regarding Item No. L.2.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file Blue Folder Items. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H. 1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 5, 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. MAY 17, 2022 ADJOURNED REGULAR & REGULAR MEETING
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
HA. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 28270-28302 IN THE AMOUNT OF $40,605.71, PD. 6/24/22 DIRECT DEPOSIT 250351- 250897 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 971, 936.80, PD. 6/24/22 EFT/ACH $7,557.23, PD. 6/ 10/22 (PP2212) EFT/ACH $368,542.03, PD. 6/14/22 (PP2212) EFT/ACH $7,557.23, PD. 6/24/22 (PP2213)
EFT/ACH $367,977.84, PD. 6/24/22 (PP2213)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 104085-104330 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,558,203.41
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EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $379,327.32
DIRECT DEPOSIT 100006158- 100006256 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 83,379.44, PD. 7/ 1/ 22
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 5. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH SECTRAN SECURITY, INC. FOR ARMORED VEHICLE
SERVICES TO SECURE PICKUP OF CASH AND CHECKS FROM VARIOUS CITY FACILITIES AND DELIVER TO THE BANK FOR A MONTHLY RATE OF $ 304.96 AND A DAILY RATE OF 25 FOR SEASIDE LAGOON PLUS GAS SURCHARGES (ESTIMATED EXPENDITURE FOR FY 22-23 IS $ 8,000) FOR THE TERM NOVEMBER 1, 2021 TO OCTOBER 31, 2025.
2. APPROVE TRANSIT SERVICE OPERATION AGREEMENTS WITH THE CITIES OF
HERMOSA BEACH, MANHATTAN BEACH, AND EL SEGUNDO FOR THE OPERATION OF BEACH CITIES TRANSIT LINE 109 AT NO COST TO THE CITY FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023.
3. Pulled by Councilmember Obagi.
4. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH MARY KIRCHWEHM FOR MINUTES PREPARATION SERVICES FOR THE RATE OF $60 PER HOUR FOR THE TERM JULY 5, 2022 TO JANUARY 4, 2023 WITH AN OPTION TO EXTEND TERM FOR ONE (1) YEAR.
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 6. EXCUSE ABSENCES FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.7. APPROVE THE FIFTH 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 17,891 FOR A NEW TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $ 211, 749 AND A TERM THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 APPROVE THE THIRD 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 17,891 FOR A NEW TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $ 239,583 AND A TERM THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H.8. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-044 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SUSPENSION OF PREFERENTIAL PARKING HOURS IN THE VINCENT AND VINCENT 2 PREFERENTIAL PARKING DISTRICTS ON JULY 16, 2022 FROM 11: 00 AM TO 7:00 PM FOR
THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY POLICE CANINE ASSOCIATION ANNUAL POLICE CANINE
DEMONSTRATION AND EDUCATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY FAIR
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 9. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-045, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, LEASING CERTAIN
PROPERTY TO MONICA QUINTERO, AN INDIVIDUAL APPROVE THE LEASE WITH MONICA QUINTERO, AN INDIVIDUAL, FOR A MONTHLY MINIMUM RENT OF $2,716.80 AND
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A TERM OF JULY 5, 2022 THROUGH JULY 4, 2027
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 10. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-046, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, LEASING CERTAIN
PROPERTY TO DEPRECIATION REALTY, LLC APPROVE THE LEASE WITH DEPRECIATION REALTY, LLC, FOR A MONTHLY MINIMUM RENT OF $ 2,460 AND A TERM OF JULY 5, 2022 THROUGH JULY 4, 2024
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 11. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-047, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING A CONTRACT
TO SULLY -MILLER CONTRACTING COMPANY, A DELAWARE CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 4,611, 206, FOR THE RESIDENTIAL STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT, CYCLE 2 PHASE 3, JOB NO. 40190
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 12. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH RALPH ANDERSEN & ASSOCIATES TO CONDUCT A
TARGETED CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION STUDY FOR A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $40,000 FOR THE TERM JULY 5, 2022 TO DECEMBER 21, 2022 CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES H. 13. APPROVE THE NOMINATION OF FAISAL HASHMI TO SERVE AS THE REDONDO BEACH
PRIVATE SECTOR REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SOUTH BAY WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD (SBWIB) FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM FROM JULY 1, 2022 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2026 CONTACT: MIKE WITZANSKY, CITY MANAGER
Councilmember Obagi pulled Item No. H. 5.3. from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and consideration.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Sheila Lamb, speaking on Item No. H. 5.3., reported residents in Redondo Beach are interested in the City's homeless programs and its response to homelessness; mentioned she likes that the MOU includes concise program description and lists clear goals; listed the goals, deliverables and performance targets; wondered which of the cities will be responsible for providing Case Managers; questioned whether Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach and EI Segundo provide housing for the homeless and suggested that Councilmembers be provided with information contained in the grant application, that Manhattan Beach and EI Segundo be strongly encouraged to provide housing and that the Quarterly Report be provided to the Redondo Beach City Council.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve the Consent Calendar, as presented, except for Item No. H.5.3 which was pulled for separate discussion. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Eleanor Manzano read by title only Resolution Nos. CC -2207-044, CC -2207-045, CC -2207- 046, and CC -2207-047.
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I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H. 5. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
3. APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE SOUTH BAY CITIES
COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS ( SBCCOG) AND THE CITIES OF REDONDO BEACH,
HERMOSA BEACH, MANHATTAN BEACH AND EL SEGUNDO REGARDING USE OF
SBCCOG' S ALLOCATION ON INNOVATION GRANT FUNDS FROM THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO FUND TWO (2) HOMELESS CASE MANAGERS FOR THE TERM JANUARY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023.
Community Services Director Cameron Harding reported the process noting that the City of Manhattan Beach will facilitate the grant and suggested inviting a representative from Manhattan Beach to a future Housing Authority meeting to explain how the project will work.
City Attorney Michael Webb explained this was one of two grants in which Redondo Beach participated; reported SBCCOG awarded Redondo Beach a grant for continuing services; listed the services included and stated one condition of the grant was for it to be made available to neighboring cities.
Community Services Director Harding suggested possibly inviting a representative from SBCCOG to a future Housing Authority meeting, as well as a representative from Manhattan Beach to further explain the grant and distribution of funds.
City Attorney Webb suggested getting information from Council liaisons to SBCCOG and presenting it to the full Council at a future meeting.
City Manager Witzansky obtaining Quarterly Reports from Manhattan Beach staff to share with City Council as part of the Housing Authority update.
Vice Chair Nehrenheim spoke favorably about the accountability aspect as well as targets and deliverables and in response to his question about the availability of the reports for other programs such as the Pallet Shelter Program, City Manager Witzansky reported SBCCOG collects the reports and stated staff will find a way to make them available through the City's website.
Councilmember Horvath spoke about the rigorous application process; noted the City's efforts; discussed other cities starting to step up and wanting to participate in Homeless Court; commented on the need for parking sites and share strategies with the other cities and suggested inviting a representative from SBCCOG to provide an update to City Council.
City Attorney Webb reported Hermosa Beach is starting a Homeless Court this month and Torrance recently opened their Pallet Shelter.
There were no public comments on this item.
Councilmember Obagi discussed the City's expenditures and costs in addressing and responding to homelessness and stressed the importance of reporting to the public.
City Attorney Webb announced an update on the topic will be scheduled for City Council' s third meeting in July and noted most of the City's proactive efforts are funded through grants.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Vice Chair Nehrenheim, to approve Item No. H. 5.3, as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
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J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
J.1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public
Betsy Rumery spoke about perception being reality and referenced the vote to skip Councilmember Emdee's election as Mayor Pro Tem; and discussed City Council's exclusion of Councilmember Horvath as Mayor Pro Tem.
Polly Kinsinger spoke about City Council' s decision to alter the rotation for Mayor Pro Tem during the last meeting; noted the rotation has been adhered to for years; reported it is a failed opportunity for the residents of District 5; suggested that Council rise above disagreements and discussed Councilmember Emdee' s professionalism, hard work, support by residents and staff and urged City Council to fix the matter, immediately.
Jean Mayhew spoke about City Council' s vote to skip Councilmembers Emdee and Horvath for Mayor Pro Tem; urged Council to behave professionally; felt the residents of Districts 3 and 5 are not being represented and urged Council to right the wrong it has committed.
Alisa Beeli, District 5, thanked City Council on its work on the budget; referenced the vote at the end of City Council's last meeting relative to the election of the Mayor Pro Tem and skipping Councilmember Emdee's turn as Mayor Pro Tem; believed reasons were personal; noted that residents of District 5 are being disregarded and stressed that residents will not forget.
Ross Yasnow, District 2, discussed the City's costs in response to homelessness; referenced the Beach Cities Heath District (BCHD) healthy living complex; felt most of the people using the services are not from Redondo Beach; talked about increased rents for seniors; expressed concerns regarding depleting water resources and use of the City's resources by BCHD and stressed the matter should go before a vote of the people.
Alan Klainbaum, Redondo Beach, talked about the City's reforestation program; reported residents are not being noted about the City's intent to plant trees in front of their homes and felt the City should have a plan to let residents know before planting trees in front of their homes.
Gary Mylnik, District 5, spoke about City Council bypassing Councilmember Emdee for Mayor Pro Tem; felt it was a slap in the face to residents of District 5 and expressed frustration with City Council.
Mary Drummer spoke favorably about the recent Street Festival and fireworks shows; discussed opposition to the BCHD project and attempts at instilling fear; addressed benefits that BCHD has provided to the Redondo Beach community and supported the BCHD healthy living complex project. She distributed written information for the City Council' s review.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by MPT Nehrenheim, to receive and file the information submitted by Ms. Drummer. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Ileana Stoltz spoke about being a Cuban by birth and American by choice; referenced the recent Fourth of July events; expressed concerns about the lack of police presence after the event.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to extend the speaker's time for comment by one minute. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Ileana Stoltz expressed concerns about banning leaf blowers and stated she is tired of not being represented.
Holly Osboume ( via Zoom) spoke about garage door widths and related regulations; discussed plans for
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the construction of townhomes with parking on the first level; felt it is imperative that garages and parking spaces are adequate and can be used and urged City Council to ensure that parking spaces are adequate for the proposed townhome construction.
Douglas Sieker spoke about the use of leaf blowers without concerns for pedestrians; stated it is a public health and noise issue; felt residents need to be more considerate of each other and urged the City not to go backwards.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read eComments from Mark Nelson, Erin AI-Awar and Maggie Healy.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim noted thirty minutes were allowed for public comments and closed Public Participation on Non -Agenda Items was closed at 6:34 p.m.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS.
Councilmember Horvath reported speaking to members of the public, City staff and Councilmember Emdee regarding L. 1. and the public and staff regarding Item No. L.2.
Councilmember Obagi reported speaking to the Mayor, the City Manager and members of the public on Item No. L. 1 and members of the public regarding Item No. L.2.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported speaking with staff regarding and members of the public regarding Items No. L. 1. and L.2.
Councilmember Loewenstein reported speaking to members of the public regarding Item No. L. 1.
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS
L. 1. PUBLIC HEARING FOR CONSIDERATION OF THE REVISED CITY OF REDONDO BEACH 6TH CYCLE 2021- 2029 DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN AND
CONFIRMING CERTIFICATION OF AN INITIAL STUDY/NEGATIVE DECLARATION ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-048, 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 -2207-048
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to open the public hearing.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Community Development Director Brandy Forbes narrated a PowerPoint presentation; discussed revisions made to the Housing Element addressing HCD concerns and listed recommendations.
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Discussion followed regarding review of the documents by the General Plan Advisory Committee GPAC), the Planning Commission and the community, the number of public hearings held on the matter, SB 197, the overall reduction of 175 units in District 5, residential recycling and SB 9.
Councilmember Horvath referenced the feasibility study; noted the South Bay Marketplace is an actionable site and felt the record should indicate that City Council has passed the Housing Element on a 3-2 vote.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments on this item.
Alisa Beeli, District 5, spoke regarding the North Tech area; felt Redondo Beach should share the burden, equally; questioned the need for an additional 175 units in the North Tech area; expressed concerns regarding the schools in the area and stated it feels a little punitive.
Ileana Stoltz commented positively on the City's work regarding the Housing Element; discussed children walking to school and spoke in support of the City's efforts.
Jean Mayhew opined it does not seem like an equitable distribution of affordable units and felt residents are not being heard.
Diane Lewis, District 4, expressed concerns regarding the number of proposed units in District 4 a spoke about crowding and increased traffic.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read eComments from Susan Andrade, Grace Peng, Mariam Butler and Lezlie Campeggi.
Holly Osborne (via Zoom) spoke about that State forcing increased RHNA numbers the City; discussed the algorithm developed by SCAG and felt public ire should be directed at them; commented on the North Tech area and reported that she is collecting signatures regarding zoning.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim noted the City is not involved in planning for the School District; stated the School District has indicated they can support higher numbers because of their declining enrollment; reported the State is forcing the City to up zone; noted the higher the density, the lower the costs; and commented on other cities having the same issues with the State as Redondo Beach.
In reply to Councilmember Obagi's questions regarding the School District accommodating increased capacity, Community Development Director Forbes reported it has been confirmed and it was added into the Housing Element. She added the School District's biggest concern was access ( pedestrian connectivity) from the various types of housing in residential overlay areas.
Discussion followed regarding assessment of and mitigating traffic impacts and the Summary of Site Strategies.
Councilmember Obagi reported no one on Council wants to add density to the City; noted the City has no choice but to follow State mandates; spoke about the possibility of increased litigation if the City does not comply; commented on changes made in response to resident concerns; discussed the importance of Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and believed spreading density equally across the City is foolish and will negatively impact the quality of life.
Community Development Director Forbes reiterated revisions made to address HCD concerns and reported HCD has indicated that they are comfortable with the City's sites inventory and discussed final revisions.
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Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported 93% of commuters travel outside of the City and quoted Manhattan Beach Planning Commissioner Jim Dillavou regarding a project on Rosecrans and Highland, "I don't think staff is happy. I don' t think the City Attorney is happy. I don't think the Planning Commission is happy.
Because normally, what would happen, State law aside, is we would have a kind of similar dialogue that we had today, but probably get a little bit more in the details of the project and be able to incorporate a little bit more of that community feedback, and that's what the community clearly wants, based on the comments that were submitted, that's what we want".
Councilmember Loewenstein thanked staff for their work on this item; felt the rage should be directed at the State; noted the City has sued the State over this; spoke about supporting slow growth; agreed with the general concept of equity and reported it provides a snapshot in time but does not look at previous developments in the City. He added that his District is zoned either R2 or R3; acknowledged everyone's frustration; discussed the schools being able to handle increased density; stated that Adams is the only school that can accommodate more growth and noted Edison has considered the possibility of converting back to an elementary school and commented on the possibility of converting Valor back into an elementary school.
Councilmember Horvath expressed frustration on what the State is mandating; stated that TOD does not work in the South Bay; noted the SBCCOG is pushing the idea of neighborhood -oriented development and disagreed with fellow Councilmembers noting TOD is not necessarily the right solution. He added that residential does not necessarily generate traffic and opined that equitably distributing housing throughout the City is in line with what the GPAC was trying to do.
Councilmember Obagi commented on the Galleria project and spoke about people using public transportation and having access to freeways in connection with neighborhood -oriented development.
Wayne Craig referenced the percentage of Redondo Beach residents who commute outside the area; suggested the most likely outcome will be TOD as well as neighborhood -oriented development and commented on increased traffic.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to close the public hearing.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-048, 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 and receive and file the staff report.
Motion carried, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: Horvath
ABSENT: Emdee
City Clerk Eleanor Manzano read by title only Resolution No. CC -2207-048.
L.2. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES AMENDING 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
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STRUCTURES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES, INCLUDING ACCESSORY BUILINGS AND
DWELLING UNITS, AND STANDARDS FOR BUILDING AND OTHER PROJECTIONS IN ALL
ZONES AND CONSIDERATION OF A CALIFORNIA ENVIROMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
EXEMPTION FOR THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15308 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES
PROCEDURES:
1. Continue the open public hearing and take testimony;
2. Close the public hearing and deliberate;
3. Introduce the following two ordinances: and
4. Adopt the resolution submitting ordinance to the Coastal Commission; INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3231- 22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 2, ZONING AND LAND USE PERTAINING TO SETBACKS
OF ACCESSORY STRUCTURES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES AND OTHER PROJECTIONS IN
ALL ZONES
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3232-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5, COASTAL LAND USE IMPLEMENTING ORDINANCE
PERTAINING TO SETBACKS OF ACCESSORY STRUCTURES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES
AND OTHER PROJECTIONS IN ALL ZONES
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2206-036 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING CERTIFICATION BY THE CALIFORNIA
COASTAL COMMISSION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE COASTAL LAND USE PLAN IMPLEMENTING ORDINANCE ( TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE)
CONSISTENT WITH STATE LAW, WHICH IS INTENDED TO BE CARRIED OUT IN A MANNER FULLY IN CONFORMITY WITH THE COASTAL ACT; AND PROVIDING THAT THE
AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY' S LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM WILL TAKE EFFECT
AUTOMATICALLY UPON COASTAL COMMISSION APPROVAL PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE SECTION 30514 AND TITLE 14, SECTION 13551 OF THE CALIFORNIA
CODE OF REGULATIONS
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
City Clerk Eleanor Manzano read by title only Resolution No. CC -2207-048.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to continue the public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Community Development Director Forbes narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the Administrative Report; addressed background and focused on revisions made in response to City Council' s previous recommendations and direction.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim commented on the leaf blower ordinance; felt that whatever City Council allows, must be enforceable through Code Enforcement and must be consistent and asked the Police Chief about access to private property by Code Enforcement.
Police Chief Hoffman stated it would start with consent, based on complaints received; stated that a letter would be sent if the City is unable to obtain consent and if that is unsuccessful, an administrative inspection warrant would need to be obtained, through the court system.
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Discussion followed regarding the permitting process, challenges in terms of relying on decibel levels for Code Enforcement, manufacturer decibel testing processes and the need to develop a noise ordinance that is measurable and enforceable and covers potential noise issues.
Councilmember Horvath referenced an email from Mr. McGill; noted his comment that a noise ordinance should cover any potential noise issues; discussed challenges with Code Enforcement; agreed the City should hire someone that can measure noise, if needed and recommended adding equipment such as battery backups, keeping the decibel level at 55 dB and including mitigation measures.
City Manager Witzansky commented on the City's noise ordinance and acknowledged the challenge is whether the City has the resources for consistent Code Enforcement.
City Attorney Webb agreed it is not so much the ordinance, but the investigation protocol and the availability of staff resources to enforce the ordinance.
Councilmember Loewenstein spoke about issues with noise in the City such as the AES plant and loud exhausts and expressed concern regarding tasking the Police Department with enforcement.
Police Chief Hoffman discussed addressing loud exhausts with an educational campaign; reported enforcement has been stepped up; spoke about criteria required for issuing a citation based on decibel readings and accounting for ambient noise and stated the Redondo Beach Police Department does not have the capability at this time.
Councilmember Loewenstein referenced setbacks for ADUs and in response to his question regarding allowing equipment in rear setbacks, Community Development Director stated City Council may want to address how far equipment can be placed from the rear property line. In terms of grandfathering existing equipment in side yards, Community Development Director Forbes reported they would be grandfathered if the equipment were previously permitted.
Discussion followed regarding using the manufacture rating as a starting point, considering buffering/screening as an option, creating enough flexibility for the Community Development Department to ascertain what works for any individual house, keeping the noise level at or below 55 dBs, adding language about noise mitigation, reevaluating the ordinance at some point in the future, creating an environment where people are able to determine what they want to do on their own properties and the use of uncertified decibel meters.
City Manager Witzansky added that if Council approves the ordinance, staff can commit to return to City Council regarding what steps can be taken to create a program that gives the City more tools to be effective in enforcement and following investigative protocols.
Councilmember Obagi suggested changing the ordinance to indicate the decibel level should be measured within a specific number of feet that would allow measurement from a neighbor's residence to facilitate enforcement by the Police Department.
Councilmember Horvath noted decibels should be measured at the unit, itself.
City Attorney Webb reported the current code section allows police officers to measure decibels from the neighbor's property, has different decibel levels depending on the receiving zone and talks about interior versus exterior noise. He added that it is designed so that the City can decide whether or not to issue a permit.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim read from the various decibel limits allowed at different times of the day in residential zones; declared he would be in favor of an administrative fine versus a misdemeanor fine for violations and noted what is being proposed is well above the categories listed.
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Councilmember Obagi reported most window air conditioning units have ratings less than 55 dB and stated he does not want to reduce the decibel level lower than 55 dB in order to make A/C units widely available to North Redondo residents.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments on this item.
Elaine Sieker spoke about the noise from the adjacent neighbor's air conditioner during evening hours; listed efforts in seeking relief from the noise noting they were unsuccessful for a period of ten years and referenced a memo from previous Chief of Planning William Meeker which stated it would be reasonable for air conditioning units to be placed in rear setbacks or in the space between buildings where noise and aesthetic issues would not be as impactful. She added it was only after presenting the memo to Code Enforcement that the City finally ordered that the air conditioning unit be located in the rear setback; opposed the placement of air conditioning units in side setbacks and submitted her written comments.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to receive and file the documents submitted. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Douglas Sieker spoke in opposition to allowing air conditioners and other plumbing equipment in side setbacks; discussed increased densities and the resulting crowding, noise and less open space; noted the need to protect an atmosphere of peace and harmony for Redondo Beach residents and submitted his written comments for the record. He suggested giving the Police Department the tools it needs for enforcement.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file the documents submitted. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Wayne Craig stated that having a decibel range without a specified distance is useless; noted manufacturer standards are not tested consistently and reported that noise levels for window units are tested from the inside versus outside.
Robert McGill referenced his email to City Council; spoke about mitigation; noted the correct place to measure noise is at the property line; mentioned Title 4, Chapter 24 of the Municipal Code and believed it would be much easier to enforce than the proposed ordinance. Additionally, he suggested not passing the ordinance, now, if it is not well understood.
There were no other public comments.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim agreed with the need to have a process in place and the proper tools for enforcement; stated he would be in favor of not approving the item at this time, doing further investigation regarding the City's noise ordinance and determine training and equipment needed to properly enforce the ordinance.
Discussion followed regarding submitting all proposed changes at the same time as there is a limited number of reviews that the Coastal Commission will conduct per year and the possibility of moving forward with an administrative ordinance.
City Attorney Webb stated an administrative review ordinance will not accomplish what City Council wants; discussed the administrative review process; noted the City currently does not have staff resources to conduct administrative hearings; offered to present administrative review ordinances from Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach at an upcoming City Council meeting and comment on the possibility of increased enforcement without criminal prosecution.
City Manager Witzansky talked about the need to address the immediate problem of conducting an initial
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investigation and enforcement action; noted resources and time would be better spent supervising that function than creating a new administrative bureaucratic process.
Discussion followed regarding situational remedies, penalties and fines, challenges relative to Code Enforcement personnel, prioritizing and conducting enforcement, the need to be careful and take the time do it right.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to close the public hearing.
Councilmember Obagi withdrew the motion.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to close the public hearing.
Motion carried, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim NOES: None
ABSENT: Emdee
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to direct staff to return with a report including a review of the City's current noise ordinance and resources that would be required to properly enforce a decibel standard, in September 2022.
Motion carried, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim NOES: None
ABSENT: Emdee
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - None
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION - None
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky thanked Police Chief Hoffman and all first responders for their efforts during the Fourth of July holiday weekend; announced a new Chief Building Official Lorena Soules; reported receipt of an award for the City's Artesia Corridor Plan from the American Planning Association, Los Angeles Section and addressed upcoming City Council items.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS - None
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Councilmember Horvath requested bringing back a discussion on the Mayor Pro Tem rotation for reevaluation.
Councilmember Obagi noted his opposition, referencing an email distributed by Councilmember Emdee and announced he will need to attend the next City Council meeting remotely.
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
R.I. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
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Name of case:
Jaimie Ghazarian v. City of Redondo Beach
WCAB# ADJ12093581
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
T. ADJOURNMENT: 10: 10 P. M.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to adjourn the meeting at 10:06 p.m. to an Adjourned Regular meeting to be held at 4:30 p.m. ( Closed Session) and a Regular meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m. ( Open Session) on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, in the Redondo Beach 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 Cl rk
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