Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, July 19, 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 4:30 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney (via Zoom) Cheryl Park, Assistant 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 AND LABOR NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Sec. 54957.6.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Diane Strickfaden, Director of Human Resources
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS
Redondo Beach Teamsters
CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES F.2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNCIL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
Sunchai Lee Somboonsook v. City of Redondo Beach, Jeremy Wayne.Weaver, et al.
Case Number: 21STCV37756
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess at 4:33 p.m. to to Closed Session attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb (via Zoom), Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden, Police Chief Joe Hoffman, and
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Outside Legal Counsel Missy O' Linn. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — 6: 00 p.m.
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Obagi ( via Zoom), Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney (Via Zoom)
Cheryl Park, Assistant City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS - None
City Manager Witzansky confirmed that Councilmember Emdee was present in Closed Session, and City Attorney Webb participated via Zoom.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adjourn at 6:02 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 6:02 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Obagi (via Zoom Teleconference as Publicly Noticed), Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney (via Zoom)
Cheryl Park, Assistant 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 announced the next District 2 Community Meeting will be held in August.
Councilmember Horvath reported this week's District 3 Community Meeting will be postponed until Thursday or Saturday, next week. Details will be provided via email.
Councilmember Obagi announced his Community Meeting will be held tomorrow, July 20, 2022 at 6: 30 p.m. via Zoom and a link will be provided on his City Council webpage.
Councilmember Emdee announced an upcoming compost giveaway, a fundraiser for school supplies by the
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Domestic Violence Victims Advocacy Program and a sneaker collection by the South Bay Galleria.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported there will be no District 1 Community Meeting in August as he will be attending the Independent Cities Association Annual Conference but will hold a Zoom meeting thereafter and will provide a link on his webpage; announced the upcoming International Surf Festival, a Medal of Valor Dinner and an open house at the Veterans Park Senior Center.
Councilmember Emdee commented on the recent open house at Anderson Park.
Councilmember Loewenstein commented on the recent South Bay Greek Festival.
E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Councilmember Obagi reported that he did not post the agenda at his remote location. City Clerk Manzano announced he could not, therefore, participate in tonight's meeting.
Councilmember Obagi left the meeting telephonically.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim requested reordering the agenda to hear Item No. N. 2., prior to Item No. N. 1.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve the Order of Agenda, as amended, to move Item No. N. 2. prior to Item No. N. 1. Motion carried 3- 1, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: Horvath
ABSENT: Obagi
F. AGENCY RECESS - NONE
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
G. I. For Blue Folder Documents Approved at the City Council Meeting City Clerk Manzano reported Blue Folder Items J. 1 public communications on non -agenda items and costs related to Item No. N. 1. from L.A. County.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein,.seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to receive and file additional material for Items J. 1 and N. 1. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H. I. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 19, 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. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 28307-28342 IN THE AMOUNT OF $44,983.17, PD. 7/8/22 DIRECT DEPOSIT 250899-251438 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 932,960.15, PD. 7/8/22
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EFT/ACH $7,582.23, PD. 7/8/22 (PP2214)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 104332-104559 IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,301, 066.75
REPLACEMENT DEMAND 104331 $ 570.00
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
HA. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH STEP CG LLC FOR EXTREME NETWORKS ENTERPRISE
CORE AND EDGE NETWORK EQUIPMENT HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE SUPPORT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $9,000 FOR THE TERM JULY 19, 2022 TO JULY 18, 2023.
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 5. EXCUSE ABSENCES OF COMMISSIONERS FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION MEETINGS.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 6. APPROVE A THREE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH DUKE' S ROOT CONTROL TO PROVIDE SEWER LINE ROOT FOAMING SERVICES FOR AN ANNUAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $ 316,000 AND A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $ 948,000, FOR THE TERM JULY 19, 2022 TO JULY 18, 2025.
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H.7. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH ARDURRA GROUP, INC. FOR INSPECTION SERVICES FOR
THE INGLEWOOD AVENUE AT MANHATTAN BEACH BOULEVARD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS ( SOUTHBOUND RIGHT TURN LANE) PROJECT, JOB NO. 40960, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $62,400 FOR THE TERM JULY 19, 2022 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2022
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H.8. This Item was pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim for separate discussion.
H.9. ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-052, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET MODIFICATION TO APPROPRIATE $ 800,000 IN MEASURE M FUNDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE KINGSDALE RESURFACING CIP JOB NO. 40880, AND 604,489 FROM THE WASTEWATER FUND UNALLOCATED FUND BALANCE TO THE
TORRANCE BOULEVARD RESURFACING PROJECT FROM TORRANCE CIRCLE TO PROSPECT AVENUE, JOB NO. 41230 AND THE TORRANCE BOULEVARD & FRANCISCA AVENUE TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION PROJECT, JOB NO. 41070, AND ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-053, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING A CONTRACT TO HARDY & HARPER, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,950,000 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
THE TORRANCE BOULEVARD RESURFACING PROJECT FROM TORRANCE CIRCLE TO PROSPECT AVENUE, JOB NO. 41230 AND THE TORRANCE BOULEVARD $ FRANCISCA AVENUE TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION PROJECT, JOB NO. 41070 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 10. This Item was pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Nehren helm for separate discussion.
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H. 11. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH CASHEL CORPORATION, DBA INTEGRATED MEDIA
SYSTEMS FOR COUNCIL CHAMBER AUDIO SPEAKER SYSTEM UPGRADES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 50,000 FOR THE TERM JULY 19, 2022 - JULY 18, 2023 USING CITY PEG FUNDS
CONTACT: CHRISTOPHER BENSON, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR H. 12. ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-055, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING CARRY OVER OF THE UNEXPENDED BALANCE OF THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INTERNAL SERVICE FUND FROM FISCAL YEAR 2021- 2022 TO FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH RINGCENTRAL, INC. AND AVAYA, INC. FOR THE
AVAYA CLOUD OFFICE UNIFIED COMMUNICATIONS CLOUD HOSTED PHONE SYSTEM PER REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #2021- 003 FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $250,045.53 AND A PROJECT CONTINGENCY AMOUNT OF $ 13,773.77 FOR THE TERM JULY 19, 2022 - JULY 18, 2025 APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH VOX NETWORK SOLUTIONS FOR AVAYA CLOUD
OFFICE IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT SERVICES AND PERIPHERAL TELEPHONY HARDWARE PURCHASE PER REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #2021- 003 FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 94,298.67 AND A PROJECT CONTINGENCY AMOUNT OF $ 20,660.65 FOR THE TERM JULY 19, 2022 - JULY 18, 2023
CONTACT: CHRISTOPHER BENSON, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR H. 13. APPROVE GRANT CONTRACT NUMBER 2022-2023 / AGREEMENT #22 -23/4A -4C WITH BEACH
CITIES HEALTH DISTRICT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 58,000, FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVOCACY IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 39,813, AND FOR HOMELESSNESS SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000 FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2022 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023
CONTACT: KEITH KAUFFMAN, INTERIM FIRE CHIEF
H. 14. This Item was pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim for separate discussion.
H. 15. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207- 054, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL BOOK
OF CLASSIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF PAYROLL AND FINANCE MANAGER CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim pulled Items No. H. 8., H. 10. and H. 14. from the Consent Calendar, for separate discussion.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read an eComment from Mark Nelson.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve the Consent Calendar, as presented, except for Items No. H. 8., H. 10. and H. 14., which were pulled for separate discussion. Motion carried 4-0, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim NOES: None
ABSENT: Obagi
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City Clerk Eleanor Manzano read titles to Resolutions No. CC -2207-052, CC -2207-053, CC -2207-054 and CC -2207-055.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H. 8. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH KOA CORPORATION FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE TORRANCE BOULEVARD RESURFACING PROJECT FROM TORRANCE CIRCLE TO PROSPECT AVENUE, JOB NO. 41230 AND THE TORRANCE BOULEVARD & FRANCISCA AVENUE TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION PROJECT, JOB NO. 41070, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 224,808 FOR THE TERM JULY 19, 2022 - JULY 18, 2024
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim noted this project is run over in costs and asked whether it includes construction of bike lanes.
City Manager Mike Witzansky reported the City received many quality bids but with supply issues and inflation, they came in higher than anticipated and all of the proposed bike lane implementation has been included.
City Engineer Andy Winje provided an update of the project; discussed cost escalations; addressed funding, the bike lanes and modification of some medians and commented on painting the bike lanes.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to APPROVE AN
AGREEMENT WITH KOA CORPORATION FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION
SERVICES FOR THE TORRANCE BOULEVARD RESURFACING PROJECT FROM TORRANCE CIRCLE TO PROSPECT AVENUE, JOB NO. 41230 AND THE TORRANCE BOULEVARD & FRANCISCA AVENUE TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION PROJECT, JOB NO. 41070, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 224,808 FOR THE TERM JULY 19, 2022 - JULY 18, 2024. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. 10. APPROVE A MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT (EA) RENEWAL UNDER THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE CONTRACT (RIVCO) #004-KAYLEED-S-04, MICROSOFT MASTER AGREEMENT 8084445, WITH INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR, INC. PER CITY OF REDONDO BEACH BID # 2122- 021 FOR MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSING FOR A THREE-YEAR TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 1, 077,378.51 AND THE TERM AUGUST 1, 2022 THROUGH JULY 31, 2025.
CONTACT: CHRISTOPHER BENSON, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim asked about the status of assigning email addresses to all Commissions.
Information Technology Director Benson noted that the City is licensed for doing so. City Clerk Manzano advised Council needs to consider the retention schedule to change the email holding period and the item will be on one of City Council' s agendas in August.
City Manager Witzansky confirmed the City is funded for the activity and the update in the retention schedule will allow staff to implement use of the commissioner email. addresses.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to APPROVE A
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MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT ( EA) RENEWAL UNDER THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE CONTRACT ( RIVCO) # 004-KAYLEED-S-04, MICROSOFT MASTER AGREEMENT # 8084445, WITH INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR, INC. PER CITY OF REDONDO BEACH BID # 2122-021 FOR MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSING FOR A THREE-YEAR TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 1, 077,378.51 AND THE TERM AUGUST 1, 2022 THROUGH JULY 31, 2025. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. 14 APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH BUREAU VERITAS NORTH AMERICA, INC. FOR PLAN CHECK REVIEW SERVICES OF THE GALLERIA RENOVATION AND TENANT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $55,000 FOR A NEW TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED OF $70,000
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim asked for an update on this item.
Planning Manager Sean Scully reported the plans are in; discussed the turn -around time for the building plan check process and estimated two months for the issuance of Phase 1A.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH BUREAU VERITAS NORTH AMERICA, INC. FOR PLAN
CHECK REVIEW SERVICES OF THE GALLERIA RENOVATION AND TENANT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $ 55,000 FOR A NEW TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED OF 70,000. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
J.1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public
Stephanie Yinger, Community Relations Manager, South Coast Botanic Gardens, discussed the organization' s mission; discussed current exhibits at the garden and their dog walk, on Sundays and invited Council and staff to visit.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file the documents submitted by Ms. Yinger. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Joan Irvine spoke about her requests at the last City Council meeting including returning the rightful next in rotation in District 5, Councilmember Emdee as Mayor Pro Tem, that the topic be placed on the agenda for this meeting and that the City Attorney investigate perceived Brown Act violations and noted she has received no response regarding the requests. She discussed the misogynistic behavior of some Councilmembers; noted she is not the only woman who feels they have been abused by City Council; spoke about an article by Tonya McKenzie and turned in a copy of the article for Council review.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to receive and file the documents submitted by Ms. Irvine. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Ms. Irvine spoke about an email sent to Ms. McKenzie from Mayor Brand indicating that she could not be appointed to the Planning Commission because of her support of the Center Cal project.
Arnette Travis spoke about her experience volunteering in the City and the Beach Cities Health District as well as other organizations and called for the immediate resignation of Mayor Brand, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim and Councilmembers Loewenstein and Obagi so that Redondo can recuperate and return to
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unity and sanity.
Holly Osborne, District 5, spoke about ADU construction on multi -family dwelling lots; noted street parking around those dwellings is awful and the building of ADUs will increase parking challenges; reported developers are allowed take four single -car garages to make one ADU; talked about parking problems being worse in North Redondo; stated the City does not have to allow conversions into ADUs if there are public health and safety concerns and encouraged the public to contact their State legislators.
Candace Nafissi, District 3, via Zoom, thanked Public Works for their work to identify issues at Dominguez Park; reported a faded sign on Beryl and Paulina; thanked Councilmember Obagi for continuously ensuring that North Redondo Beach issues are elevated and addressed and voiced opposition to the recall of Councilmember Obagi.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger read eComments from Tonya McKenzie, Barbara Epstein, Niki NegreteMitchell and Maggie Healy.
Eugene Solomon referenced comments by Ms. McKenzie; read comments by her and agreed with her that nastiness should stop should start with her. Additionally, he supported an investigation should on coordination occurring between the PAC leading recall efforts and members of Council.
Jill Claussen spoke of Councilmember Emdee helping to orchestrate the recall of Councilmember Obagi; said Councilmember Emdee has lied about her involvement in the recall effort and about lengthy conversations with the cannabis dealer who is trying to create a monopoly in the City without having ties to it; and said Councilmember Emdee is unfit to serve on Council and called for her immediate resignation.
Patrick Healy spoke about possible Brown Act violations related to the regular rotation for Mayor Pro Tem and Councilmember Obagi's response casting aspersions and name- calling a fellow Councilmember; said City Council ignored pleas from the public to protect and preserve decades of precedent and reestablish the recognized regular rotation of Mayor Pro Tem and restated his request that City Council uphold, protect and preserve decades of precedent and reestablish the recognized regular rotation of Mayor Pro Tem.
Lezlie Campeggi noted there has been a lot of nastiness and name-calling on social media and on City Council and talked about a disconnect between Council and residents because of people using deep pocket developers to sue citizens they disagree with and to fund recalls when they cannot get enough traction of their own.
There being no other public comments and Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim closed the public comment period.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Loewenstein reported speaking with Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand and the public regarding Item No. L. 1.
Councilmember Horvath reported speaking with the public, City staff and Councilmember Emdee.
Councilmember Emdee reported speaking with the public, City staff and Councilmember Horvath.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported speaking with Mayor Brand, Councilmember Loewenstein, City staff and the public.
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L.I. PUBLIC HEARING FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES AMENDING TITLE 6 BUSINESSES, PROFESSIONS, AND TRADES, TITLE 10, CHAPTER 2, ZONING AND
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LAND USE AND TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 COASTAL LAND USE PLAN IMPLEMENTING
ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO CANNABIS REGULATIONS AND RECOMMENDING THAT THE
CITY COUNCIL ADOPT CATEGORICAL EXEMPTIONS FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) FOR THE AMENDMENTS
PROCEDURES:
1. Open public hearing and take testimony;
2. Close public hearing and deliberate; and
3. Introduce the following three ordinances and adopt the following resolution:
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3233- 22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 6 TO TITLE 6
OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO REGULATE COMMERCIAL CANNABIS
BUSINESSES
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3234-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 2 SECTION 10-2.1626 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW COMMERCIAL
CANNABIS ACTIVITIES INLAND ZONES OF THE CITY
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3235-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 SECTION 10- 5.1626 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW COMMERCIAL CANNABIS
ACTIVITIES IN COASTAL ZONES OF THE CITY
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. 2207- 056 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 IMPLEMENTATION ORDINANCE ( TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE)
CONSISTENT WITH STATE LAW, WHICH IS INTENDED TO BE CARRIED OUT IF 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
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to open the public hearing.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Manager Witzansky presented details of the Administrative Report; reported the proposed ordinance incorporates input from the City Manager's working group, the Planning Commission and City Council as well as input from HDL, the City's consultant and discussed next steps.
Discussion followed regarding the additional length of time required to amend the City's LCP, the importance of the selection process, age limitations and requirements, maintaining the strictest legal requirement relative to 18 year-olds obtaining medicinal cannabis, background checks and developer fees and the possibility of requiring a bond, requirements relative to having a secured site, challenges related to scoring and selecting the best applicants, the City's ability to audit operations, clarification of next steps, prohibiting cannabis distribution in most Coastal Commercial zones, residential buffer zones and flexibility in changing the buffer maps with changes in nearby uses.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened the public comment period.
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Joan Irvine, District 1, spoke about her qualifications and community involvement and youth safety; noted she was not appointed to the Cannabis Committee; reported that legal cannabis businesses go above and beyond to keep children out; stressed no one will risk their investment of millions of dollars by selling to children; spoke about youth use decline when cannabis businesses become legal and submitted documents for Council's review.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file the documents submitted by Ms. Irvine. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to extend Ms. Irvine's time for comment. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Ms. Irvine asked that City Council approve the ordinance and stop wasting City resources and time.
Jonatan Cvetko reported that in order to purchase legal medicinal marijuana, a doctor's recommendation is required; noted the State issues a more formal card ( MMIC) which allows a person to get a discount on that purchase and provides an additional barrier to entry; spoke favorably on how the City is setting up its ordinance relative to finding real estate and thanked the City for its work on this issue.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to extend Mr. Cvetko' s time for comment. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Mr. Cvetko shared the passing of a close family member; hoped the City will succeed in this issue moving forward and thanked the City for its support.
Eugene Solomon thanked Mr. Cvetko and Ms. Irvine's work on this issue; noted the City's ordinance addresses resales of licenses, properly and spoke about ensuring the City knows who is doing business in Redondo Beach.
David McPherson, HDL, via Zoom, referenced Section 6-2. 12B ( Page 13 of Ordinance No. 3233-22) and suggested adding, "and/ or fee."
Senior Deputy City Attorney Jillian Martins suggested adding language to Section 6-2.12B ( Page 13 of Ordinance No. 3233-22) as follows: "Upon institution of a City-wide cannabis tax and/or fee ... to determine the tax and/or fee ... tax or fee collector."
City Manager Witzansky added City Council may adopt the ordinance with the suggested change.
Kerrianne Lawson, Chief Program Director, Beach Cities Health District (BCHD), via Zoom, reported working on the City's cannabis working group; noted BCHD has a Board -approved position against the establishment of any recreational cannabis retail of the beach cities due to health impacts on youth; spoke favorably about the City's review process and the resulting ordinance and expressed a commitment to provide resources about potential health impacts around cannabis.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Councilmember Emdee commented favorably on the process and noted there is community support for the ordinance.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to close the public hearing.
Motion carried 4-0, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim NOES: None
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ABSENT: Obagi
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim commented favorably on the process and resulting ordinance and agreed there seems to be community support.
Councilmember Loewenstein spoke about his previous opposition; commented on changing his mind upon hearing from the Redondo Beach Police Chief and a former Police Officer in another city and felt the ordinance is a step in the right direction.
Councilmember Horvath thanked everyone involved in the process and noted it has been a long and thoughtful process.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to accept staffs recommendation and INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3233-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 6 TO TITLE 6 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO REGULATE COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESSES; INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3234-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 2 SECTION 10-2. 1626
OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW COMMERCIAL CANNABIS ACTIVITIES INLAND ZONES OF THE CITY;
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3235-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 SECTION 10- 5. 1626
OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW COMMERCIAL CANNABIS ACTIVITIES IN COASTAL ZONES OF THE CITY; and
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. 2207-056 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 IMPLEMENTATION ORDINANCE ( TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE) CONSISTENT WITH STATE LAW,
WHICH IS INTENDED TO BE CARRIED OUT IFA 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, as amended in Section 6-2. 1213 of Ordinance 3233-22. Motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim NOES: None
ABSENT: Obagi
City Clerk Manzano read title to Ordinance Nos. 3233-22, 3234-22 and 3235-22 and Resolution No. 2207- 056.
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - None
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
City Council considered Item No. N. 2. before Item No. N. 1. per prior action. Councilmember Obagi arrived in the Chamber at 7:50 p.m.
N.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE BEACH CITIES WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT GROUP' S ENHANCED WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ( EWMP)
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RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON THE NEXT STEPS FOR EWMP IMPLEMENTATION CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim mentioned receiving a letter of support regarding Anderson Park.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to receive and file Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim' s document submittal. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Manager Witzansky introduced the item a deferred to staff for a report.
Councilmember Obagi entered the meeting at 7:50 p.m. and took his place on the dais.
City Engineer Winje and Civil Engineer Geraldine Trivedi presented details of the Administrative Report; discussed the EWMP; narrated a PowerPoint presentation regarding the EWMP, the status of current projects and cost estimates for projects funded by the City and addressed advancements since the first EWMP was submitted and benefits.
Discussion followed regarding contributions by Cal Water, the water quality in the southern portion of the City, removing land- based pollutants during storm events, replacement of the Hermosa greenbelt project, and installation of exercise equipment along the periphery.
Ms. Trivedi continued with the presentation addressing green street features, addition of 77 trees, future projects, the kind of trees to be added and recommendations.
Discussion followed regarding SMB 605 and SMB 606, required sampling, SMB 602, the Veterans Park project and benefits for the ocean.
Councilmember Emdee requested a copy of the PowerPoint presentation.
There were no public comments on this item.
Members of Council and City Manager Witzansky thanked City Engineer Winje and Civil Engineer Geraldine Trivedi for their work on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file the report on next steps for the EWMP and the related PowerPoint presentation. Motion carried 5-0, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Obagi, Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim NOES: None
ABSENT: None
N. I. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION PERTAINING TO THE CALLING OF A SPECIAL
ELECTION IN THE MATTER OF A RECALL AND ESTIMATED ELECTION COSTS IN
CONSIDERATION OF CONSOLIDATING A SPECIAL ELECTION FOR THE QUALIFIED CITYWIDE CANNABIS -REGULATION INITIATIVE; AND,
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. CC -2207-057; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A SPECIAL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 4 TO BE HELD ON
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022 WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION FOR THE
SUBMISSION OF THE QUESTION OF THE RECALL OF CERTAIN OFFICER AND THE ELECTION OF CANDIDATE IF THE RECALL PREVAILS; AND
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO -2207-058; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR
CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES' STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 4 CONSOLIDATED WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 8, 2022.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
Councilmember Obagi recused himself from this item and left the Chamber.
City Clerk Manzano presented details of the Administrative Report and discussed estimated costs for the recall election only, for November 8, 2022 and for the recall with the City-wide cannabis measure and a standalone election; addressed inclusion of the text and the need for direction from Planning Division pertaining to land use. For a November 8th Election, the County quoted for recall only the estimated cost to run the election would be $ 36,899; for the recall with citywide cannabis initiative ballot measure, without full text of the ordinance, the estimated cost would be $214,760.96; with full text included, the estimate is $ 297,568.26. For the City Clerk's Office to manage a standalone election the estimated cost would be $ 270,000 with full text of cannabis ordinance. The County declined to consider conducting an additional election on a separate day for the City.
Discussion followed regarding including and not including the text, calling a special election for the cannabis item and consolidating it with the District 4 election for October 19, 2022.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim shared sample revised resolutions calling for a special election on October 19, 2022 and consolidating it with the District 4 recall election, as follows:
Resolution No. CC -2207-057:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALLING FOR THE
HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ALL -MAILED BALLOT ELECTION FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A
VOTER -SPONSORED INITIATIVE MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY TO ALLOW
CANNABIS RETAILERS, REPEAL THE CITY'S PROHIBITION ON CANNABIS, IMPOSE REQUIREMENTS ON SAID BUSINESSES AND TO ORDER A CALL FOR A RECALL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 4 TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2022 AND TO CONSOLIDATE THE VOTER -SPONSORED
INITIATIVE MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY TO ALLOW CANNABIS
RETAILERS, REPEAL THE CITY'S PROHIBITION ON CANNABIS, IMPOSE REQUIREMENTS ON BUSINESSES WITH THE RECALL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 4 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF THE
QUESTION OF THE RECALL OF CERTAIN OFFICER AND THE ELECTION OF CANDIDATE IF THE RECALL PREVAILS; AND DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS,
AND REQUEST ELECTION SERVICES FROM THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES; and
Resolution No. CC -2207-058:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES' STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT A SPECIAL RECALL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 4 ON OCTOBER 19, 2022.
City Clerk Manzano stated the following items will be required: the ballot title and summary, the language for
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the ballot measure question, ballot measure letter designation, the impartial analysis and arguments for and against the measure.
Discussion followed regarding whether the amended resolution was properly agendized.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to waive further reading and adopt by title only, Resolution No. CC -2207-057: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ALL -MAILED
BALLOT ELECTION FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A VOTER -SPONSORED INITIATIVE MEASURE TO THE
QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY TO ALLOW CANNABIS RETAILERS, REPEAL THE CITY'S
PROHIBITION ON CANNABIS, IMPOSE REQUIREMENTS ON SAID BUSINESSES AND TO ORDER A CALL FOR A RECALL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 4 TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2022
AND TO CONSOLIDATE THE VOTER -SPONSORED INITIATIVE MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED
ELECTORS OF THE CITY TO ALLOW CANNABIS RETAILERS, REPEAL THE CITY'S PROHIBITION ON
CANNABIS, IMPOSE REQUIREMENTS ON BUSINESSES WITH THE RECALL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 4 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF THE QUESTION OF THE RECALL OF CERTAIN OFFICER AND THE ELECTION OF CANDIDATE IF THE RECALL PREVAILS; AND DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO
PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS, AND REQUEST ELECTION SERVICES FROM THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES and Resolution No. CC -2207-058: A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS
FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES' STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT A SPECIAL RECALL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 4 ON OCTOBER 19, 2022. as amended, provide an impartial analysis by the second meeting in August, the ballot title and summary, the language for the question and arguments for and against the measure.
City Attorney Webb, via Zoom, said it was not agendized properly; noted City Council may adjourn the meeting or call for a special meeting to be able to act on the amended resolution by October 26 per the Elections Code.
He added Council may give staff direction to return with a resolution to call a special election for the cannabis measure and then consolidate the recall election with it; discussed the SB 415 lawsuit, and talked about avoiding voter confusion.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Joan Irvine, District 1, felt the issue has become very confusing; noted cost savings by holding the election on November 8, 2022; suggested keeping it simple and keeping the cannabis initiative for the election in March.
Lezlie Campeggi spoke in support of holding the cannabis initiative and the recall initiative together.
Rolf Strutzenberg stated the City cannot call a special election just for the recall and noted the recall would need to be consolidated with a special election for the cannabis initiative.
Wayne Craig, District 1, via Zoom, agreed with the previous speakers; spoke about not wanting outside interests to tell the City how it should be run and voiced support for consolidating the two initiatives.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger read eComments from Philip Rebentisch and Maggie Healy.
Councilmember Emdee noted the City Attorney's opinion that it is a Brown Act violation to introduce and pass the resolution regarding the cannabis initiative, at this meeting and City Attorney Webb confirmed his opinion.
Councilmember Emdee stated she does not like the cannabis initiative because it takes away the City's local control; reported the cannabis initiative person indicated that if the City passed a cannabis ordinance, they would consider withdrawing the initiative; agreed it would be confusing for voters to receive two ballots, one for November 8th and another for October 19th and opposed spending extra money for a few extra weeks.
She added that she would like to have the extra time to communicate to residents that City Council has passed
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the cannabis ordinance, did not support consolidation of the ballot measure with the recall, and talked about needing a budget modification should Council approve a special election on October 19th.
Councilmember Horvath stated he does not agree with recalls; opposed calling a special election within two weeks of a general election; spoke about City Council's consensus to place the cannabis initiative on the March 2023 ballot. He spoke of his concern that the cannabis initiative will pass on a special election and remove the City's local control, and commented on the recall initiative and the need to modify the budget if a special election is held. He said he did not support a special election.
Mayor Brand entered the meeting at 9: 16 p.m.
Substitute motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to adopt the resolutions as presented in the Administrative Report and consolidate the recall for $36,000 with the November 8, 2022 election.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim read from the Brown Act, Section 54954.2, Chapter 9, regarding meetings; commented on City Council' s similar actions pertaining to the City's polystyrene and single -use plastics ordinance; reported the resolution provided in the agenda called for a special election and a recall election and stressed that all he is doing is taking a resolution that was properly posted and is further clarifying it with the new resolution.
Councilmember Loewenstein added that if individual Councilmembers are opposed to the recall, they should state so at this time; spoke about accusations of voter disenfranchisement and confusion; commented on allowing voters over three weeks before the November election to decide two important issues by approving a special election and supported holding a special election on October 19, 2022.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim stressed the agenda title states the item is in consideration of consolidating a special election.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger read an eComment from Anneke Blair.
Pursuant to 2-2 roll call vote, the substitute motion failed:
AYES: Horvath, Emdee
NOES: Loewenstein, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
RECUSED: Obagi
ABSENT: None
Mayor Brand reported he came into the meeting because he sensed there would be a tie vote; stated he has watched and read all documents and meetings related to the subject matter; voiced his opposition to the recall; spoke about the recall and the cannabis initiative being funded by outside interests and believed the initiatives should not be buried in the general election on November 8, 2022.
In response to Mayor Brand pertaining to funding a special election, City Manager Witzansky responded the budget that was adopted includes funding the election in March, 2023; noted staff would typically return to City Council at midyear with a decision package requesting appropriations to cover additional costs of the special election.
Mayor Brand felt the agenda is clear and respectfully disagreed with the City Attorney regarding the need to return for an amended resolution.
City Clerk Manzano reported that per the Election Code ( EC Section 9605) the measure would have to be amended within seven days from now or no later than July 26, 2022; it is the only time City Council can amend or withdraw a measure if City Council agreed to holding a special election on October 19, 2022.
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RECESS/ RECONVENE
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess at 9:43 p. m. to revise the Resolutions to reflect calling the October 19, 2022 Special Election. The motion carried 3-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand ( breaking the tie vote) NOES: Horvath, Emdee
RECUSED: Obagi
ABSENT: None
City Council reconvened at 11: 40 p. m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Obagi, Loewenstein, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Brand
City Clerk Manzano acknowledged receipt of an email from Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim; reported the City still needs services from the County as they provide assistance when the City cannot find a signature on the ballot; noted the addition of "E" as the Measure letter and inclusion that it was based on Article 27.
Additionally, she addressed edits to Resolutions No. 2207-057 and No. 2207-058.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger read an eComment from Susan Andrade.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Original Motion carried 3-0, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: None
ABSENT: Horvath, Emdee
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, Rolf Strutzenberg accepted designation of author for writing arguments.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to designate Mr. Rolf Strutzenberg to write the opposition and rebuttal for the cannabis ballot measure.
Motion carried 3-0, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: None
ABSENT: Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Brand
Councilmember Obagi explained his absence and return to the Chamber this evening and spoke about the City's right to hold separate elections from the County and voiced his supporta City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolutions No. CC -2207-057 and CC -2207-058, as amended.
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS - None
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P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS - None
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF - None
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - None
R.I. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL AND LABOR NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Sec. 54957.6.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Diane Strickfaden, Director of Human Resources
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS
Redondo Beach Teamsters
CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES R.2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNCIL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
Sunchai Lee Somboonsook v. City of Redondo Beach, Jeremy Wayne Weaver, et al.
Case Number: 21STCV37756
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — None
T. ADJOURNMENT: 11: 49 p.m.
T.1. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF JOHN VELASQUEZ, SR., RETIRED FIRE CAPTAIN OF THE
REDONDO BEACH FIRE DEPARTMENT AND LONG-TIME BEACH CITIES COMMUNITY
RESIDENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to adjourn the meeting at 11: 49 p.m., in memory of John Velasquez, Sr. 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, August 2, 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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