Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
Closed Session - Adjourned Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m.
Open Session - Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m.
4:30 PM - CLOSED SESSION - ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
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: Horvath, Emdee, Obagi ( arrived 4:34 p.m.) Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Loewenstein, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: 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.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to recess at 4:34 p.m. to Closed Session attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Public Works Director Ted Semaan, and Deputy Public Works Director Mike Klein. There being no objection, MPT Nehrenheim so ordered. 3-0, Obagi and Loewenstein absent.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4:34 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:
Monica Nunez v. City of Redondo Beach
Second Appellate District Case Number: B308741
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case Number: BC695847 G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Loewenstein, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
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Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
City Manager Witzansky noted there was nothing to report.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Obagi, to adjourn at 6:01 p.m. to a regular meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered. 6:00 PM - OPEN SESSION - REGULAR MEETING
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: Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Loewenstein, 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 Horvath announced National Night Out this evening.
Police Chief Joe Hoffman discussed events occurring at National Night Out.
Councilmember Obagi announced the recall election on October 19, 2022 and called for increased civility in City Council' s business.
Councilmember Emdee announced the Surf Festival and Judge Taplin Medley Relay, north of the Hermosa Beach Pier.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim listed other events in the Surf Festival; reported he will not have a community meeting on Saturday, August 6, 2022, as he will be at a conference and thanked Public Works for the recent compost giveaway.
E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to approve the Order of Agenda, as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
F. AGENCY RECESS — 6: 08 P. M.
F. I. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY FINANCING AUTHORITY CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
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F.2. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE REDONDO BEACH HOUSING AUTHORITY CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers Present: Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Loewenstein, Mayor Brand
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 Item J. 1 including public communications on non -agenda items.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to receive and file Blue Folder Items for J. 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 AUGUST 2, 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 28343-28382 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 55,792.94, PD. 7/22/22 DIRECT DEPOSIT 251439-251998 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2, 196,287.73, PD. 7/22/22
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 104560- 104707 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 371, 948.81 EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $382,821. 24
DIRECT DEPOSIT 100006257- 100006353 IN THE AMOUNT OF $83,254.46, PD. 8/ 1/ 22
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
HA. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Obagi for separate discussion.
2. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE FOR ANNUAL
MEMBERSHIP IN THE SOUTH BAY PUBLIC AGENCY EMPLOYEMENT RELATIONS AND TRAINING CONSORTIUM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 3,820 FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023.
3. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Horvath for separate discussion.
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
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H. 5. EXCUSE ABSENCES OF COMMISSIONERS FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION MEETINGS.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 6. REGRETFULLY ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF COMMISSIONER STEVEN D. JOHNSON FROM THE BUDGET & FINANCE COMMISSION.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 7. RECEIVE AND FILE THE ANNUAL SINGLE AUDIT REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 8. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. FOR CROSSING GUARD SERVICES, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $184,744.80, FOR THE TERM AUGUST 02, 2022 TO JUNE 20, 2023
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 9. APPROVE A SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF POLICE DEPARTMENT DUTY AND PRACTICE AMMUNITION FROM DOOLEY ENTERPRISES, INC IN THE AMOUNT OF $40,538.78 CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 10. APPROVE AN MOU WITH THE REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT TO ALLOW
FOR THE SHARING OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT' S SURVEILLANCE CAMERA FEEDS WITH
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, AT NO COST TO THE CITY FOR THE TERM AUGUST 2, 2022 TO JUNE 1, 2024
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 11. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Obagi for separate discussion.
H. 12. APPROVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING DOCUMENTS FOR THE SALE OF 2750 ARTESIA BOULEVARD, #116, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90278 INCLUDING:
1. AN AGREEMENT CONTAINING COVENANTS, RESTRICTIONS AND OPTION TO PURCHASE [ MODERATE INCOME]
2. A SUBSTITUTION OF TRUSTEE AND FULL RECONVEYANCE, AND
3. ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
H. 13. APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT AGREEMENT
WITH COMPLETE PAPERLESS SOLUTIONS, LLC, FOR LASERFICHE SOFTWARE SUPPORT FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $34,709 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM ONEYEAR TO SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
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H. 14. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Horvath for separate discussion.
H. 15. APPROVE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT NO. H- 709709 WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS
ANGELES FOR THE PREHOSPITAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 69,159 AND A TERM THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023.
CONTACT: KEITH KAUFFMAN, INTERIM FIRE CHIEF
H. 16. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH KOA CORPORATION FOR CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE RESIDENTIAL STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT, CYCLE 2, PHASE 3, JOB NO. 40190, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 176,200 FOR THE TERM AUGUST 2, 2022 TO AUGUST 1, 2024 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 17. APPROVE THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH' S SANITARY SEWER MANAGEMENT PLAN RECERTIFICATION PER CALIFORNIA STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD
REQUIREMENTS
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 18. This Item was pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim for separate discussion.
H. 19. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH CITY NET FOR HOMELESS OUTREACH SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $170, 000 AND THE TERM JULY 11, 2022 TO APRIL 24, 2023 CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
JOY ABAQUIN FORD, QUALITY OF LIFE PROSECUTOR
Councilmember Horvath pulled Items No. H. 4.3. and H. 14. from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Obagi pulled Items No. H.4. 1. and announced his recusal on Item No. HA 1.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim pulled Item No. H. 11. for a separate vote, and pulled Item No. H. 18.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read an eComment from Paige Kaluderovic regarding Item No.
H. 8.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to approve the Consent Calendar except for Items No. H.4. 1., H.4.3., H. 11., H. 14. and H. 18. which were pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. Motion carried 4-0, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emdee, Horvath, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: None
ABSENT: Loewenstein
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
HA. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED
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SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR USE OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUSES FOR THE CITY'S AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 30,000 FOR THE TERM AUGUST 15, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2025.
Councilmember Obagi asked about precedent for this item and City Manager Witzansky reported it is normal practice; noted it is the City's fair share of the expense reimbursement and indicated it is for a term of three years for use of eight sites.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve Item No. H.4. 1. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
3. APPROVE A SOFTWARE LICENSE AND SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF WHITTIER FOR USE OF GENERAL ELECTION MANAGEMENT (" GEM") BALLOT TRACKING SOFTWARE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 20,000 FOR THE TERM AUGUST 2, 2022 TO AUGUST 1, 2023.
Councilmember Horvath referenced his comments regarding this item, at the last City Council meeting and stated that in order to be consistent, he pulled this item for a separate vote.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim' s inquiry, City Clerk Manzano reported the City Clerk for the City of Whittier created a software program for scanning signatures for signature verification on ballots; stated 10,000 is for the October 19th election and $ 10,000 is for the March 7th election.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened public comments.
Christina Miller requested additional information regarding the software program and City Clerk Manzano explained the process, and she advised the process for curing signatures that do not match.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to approve Item No. H. 4.3.
Motion passed by majority oral vote; Councilmember Horvath voted no.
H. 11. ADOPT 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
ADOPT 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 CODETO ALLOW COMMERCIAL CANNABIS
ACTIVITIES INLAND ZONES OF THE CITY
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Councilmember Obagi noted his recusal and left the Chamber.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim described the item; asked whether it can go to a vote of the people in March 2023, after it is approved by City Council.
City Attorney Webb reported that if the item is passed tonight, it will be the law in thirty days and based on City Council's special election, voters may have their say in March 2023. He added that based on this
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process, it does not require voter approval.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments on this item.
Joan Irvine opined that City Council is making this more confusing than it should be; felt delays will negatively impact people who need cannabis, medicinally and urged Council to simplify the process.
Councilmember Emdee noted that in order to make any changes to the ordinance, it must go to a vote of the people and explained she objected to the initiative in order for the City to have control of any changes in the future. She stressed there is no reason to place the item on the ballot as City Council has the authority to pass an ordinance.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee to postpone this item until November 1, 2022. The motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Horvath believed Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim called for a special election to create confusion and place the special interest ballot initiative on a special election in October when City Council had unanimously agreed to hold it in March and stated that creating another initiative as a backstop makes no sense.
Eugene Solomon suggested approving the ordinance and upon passing, carry it forward to the October 19th election and oppose the initiative that Southport Management has brought forward so the Redondo Beach ordinance becomes the law of the land, after September 2, 2022.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to ADOPT 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 and ADOPT 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 CODETO ALLOW COMMERCIAL CANNABIS ACTIVITIES INLAND ZONES OF THE CITY. Motion failed 2- 1, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Horvath, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: Emdee
ABSENT: Loewenstein
RECUSED: Obagi
Discussion followed regarding the need to reintroduce the item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to direct staff to continue this item to City Council's regular meeting of August 16, 2022, either for introduction, first or second reading, as determined by the City Attorney. Motion carried 2- 1, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Horvath, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: Emdee
ABSENT: Loewenstein
RECUSED: Obagi
H. 14. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH PRO DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS, INC. DBA PROVOTE SOLUTIONS FOR OCTOBER 19, 2022 SPECIAL ELECTION BALLOT PRODUCTION, PRINT AND MAIL SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 87,300.02 FOR THE TERM AUGUST
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CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
Councilmember Obagi returned to the Chambers and took his place on the dais.
Councilmember Horvath reported he pulled this item in order to have a separate vote.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Joan Irvine asked about costs of the special election and City Clerk Manzano clarified the cost for printing and mailing as shown in this item was already included in the budget.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH PRO DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS, INC. DBA PROVOTE SOLUTIONS FOR OCTOBER 19, 2022 SPECIAL ELECTION BALLOT PRODUCTION, PRINT AND MAIL SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $87,300.02 FOR THE TERM AUGUST 2, 2022 TO AUGUST 1, 2023. Motion carried 3- 1, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emdee, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: Horvath
ABSENT: Loewenstein, Mayor Brand
H. 18. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION #CC -2208-059, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, PROCLAIMING SATURDAY, AUGUST 27, 2022 AS " RELAY FOR LIFE DAY" IN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH IN SPONSORSHIP AND
SUPPORT OF THE RELAY FOR LIFE EVENT TO BE HELD AT ALTA VISTA PARK IN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AS PART OF A NETWORK OF MORE THAN 2,500 RELAY EVENTS
AROUND THE COUNTRY IN APPRECIATION OF THE COMMUNITY OF SURVIVORS AND
CAREGIVERS THAT ENSURE NO ONE WILL FIGHT CANCER ALONE
CONTACT: LUKE SMUDE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
Assistant to the City Manager Luke Smude presented details of the Administrative Report.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION # CC -2208- 059, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, PROCLAIMING SATURDAY, AUGUST 27, 2022 AS `RELAY FOR LIFE DAY" IN
THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH IN SPONSORSHIP AND SUPPORT OF THE RELAY FOR LIFE EVENT
TO BE HELD AT ALTA VISTA PARK IN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AS PART OF A NETWORK OF MORE THAN 2,500 RELAY EVENTS AROUND THE COUNTRY IN APPRECIATION OF THE COMMUNITY OF SURVIVORS AND CAREGIVERS THAT ENSURE NO ONE WILL FIGHT CANCER ALONE. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC -2208-059.
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
J. 1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public
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Joseph Collector, District 4, referenced a memorandum dated March 1, 2021 related to the interpretation of the Zoning Code Section 10- 2. 1522A regarding mechanical equipment and required setbacks; reported his backyard is sixteen feet deep and he wishes to get a permit for a compressor for his mini split system and indicated that with the new interpretation of the code, there is nowhere for him to install the compressor. He urged City Council to reconsider the item so that homeowners with older properties are considered.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim directed him to the Community Development Department to help with a solution.
Nikki Negrete- Mitchell, District 3, referenced Metro' s open house to present right-of-way and Hawthorne Boulevard alternatives; noted sending information to City Council regarding Metro's objectives for multi -modal investments; reported Metro seeks to repair their eroded trust in the community and are committed to cleaning environmental impacts for the health and well- being people living along their multi -modal projects and felt the City should capitalize on same and adopt their talking points to advocate for the community.
Joan Irvine spoke about her efforts to protect children, online; discussed the cannabis ordinance and initiative; noted extra costs to the City to run a special election; opined the October special election should be stopped as it was not properly agendized and is therefore a violation of the Brown Act; commented on the confusion caused by combining the cannabis initiative with the recall election and alleged City Council is intentionally deceiving Redondo Beach voters and denying them access to cannabis on a more expedient basis.
Gary Mlynek spoke about the recall of Councilmember Obagi and expressed disappointment that citizens are not more interested because Councilmember Emdee was not allowed to take her proper spot as Mayor Pro Tem.
Holly Osborne referenced her previous comments about how garages can be converted into ADUs and suggested the City talk to developers about the need for parking in the City.
Arnette Travis spoke in opposition to City Council's actions to bypass Councilmember Emdee for Mayor Pro Tem; noted the lack of civility is eclipsed by lack of integrity; alleged the special election is illegal and commented on the added expenses of holding one and called for the resignation of Councilmembers Obagi and Loewenstein and Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim.
Eugene Solomon spoke about the AES site; read from a letter from AES to the California Water Board listing commitments made by AES in the sales negotiation and urged the City to ensure the commitments are acted upon.
Ally Stewart, Beach Cities Health District ( BCHD), invited City Council and the community to participate in BCHD' s volunteer day and provided an update on upcoming events and activities.
Polly Kinsinger, via Zoom, District 3, commented on City Council's behavior during the last meeting; expressed concern about City Council passing over Councilmember Emdee for Mayor Pro Tem; urged Council to reverse its decision and install Councilmember Emdee as Mayor Pro Tem; alleged Council's actions are an attempt to keep Councilmember Obagi on the dais; discussed a letter sent to the District Attorney to investigate Council's actions and potential Brown Act violations and believed Councilmembers Obagi and Loewenstein and Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim are not working for citizens but for their own power and agenda.
Candace Nafissi, via Zoom, District 3, announced a Metro community meeting on August 11, 2022 at Adams Middle School; felt it is imperative to have City leaders attend the meeting; thanked the Redondo Beach Police Department for the success of the recent National Night Out and thanked Councilmember Horvath for calling the recall election stupid.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read eComments from Elizandro Umana and Sondra Segall.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim closed public comments at 7:26 p.m.
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City Clerk Manzano noted other eComments will be part of the record on this item.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Horvath reported speaking with staff regarding Items No. L. 1. and L.2.
Councilmember Obagi reported speaking with staff and Mayor Brand regarding Item No. L.2.
Councilmember Emdee reported speaking with staff and members of the public regarding Item No. L. 1. and the Redondo Beach Police Department regarding Item No. L.2.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported speaking with members of the public and Mayor Brand regarding Item No. L. 1., and the RBPD SWAT team, staff and Mayor Brand regarding Item No. L.2.
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS
L.1. 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 SECTIONS 10-2.2500 AND 10- 5.2500 PERTAINING TO THE PROCEDURES FOR
ADMINISTRATIVE DESIGN REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF A CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) EXEMPTION FOR THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITHSECTION 15308 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES
PROCEDURES:
1. Open the 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. 3236- 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 THE
PROCEDURES FOR ADMINISTRATIVE DESIGN REVIEW
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3237-22 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 THE PROCEDURES FOR ADMINISTRATIVE DESIGN REVIEW ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2208-060 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
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to open the public hearing. There
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being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Community Development Director Forbes narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the item; addressed Planning Commission administrative design review and direction and pointed out changes to the code.
Discussion followed regarding adding the ability of residents to input their addresses and getting notified regarding the pulling of permits, input from the public regarding the design review process and ensuring the process is equitable for those living inland and on the coast.
In response to MPT Nehrenheim, Planning Director Forbes confirmed this includes an Planning Commission appeal process.
In response to Councilmember Emdee, the procedures are the same for both inland and coastal ordinances.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened public comments.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read an eComment from Grace Peng.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke about the importance of transparency in government and resident input.
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 Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3236-22 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 THE PROCEDURES FOR ADMINISTRATIVE DESIGN REVIEW; INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3237-22 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 THE PROCEDURES FOR ADMINISTRATIVE DESIGN REVIEW and ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2208-060 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. The motion carried by unanimous oral vote; Loewenstein absent.
City Clerk Manzano read titles to Ordinance No. 3236-22 and 3237-22 and Resolution No. 2208-060.
L.2. PUBLIC HEARING FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE ADDING TITLE 3, CHAPTER 16 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE GOVERNING THE USE
OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT BY THE REDONDO BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT, APPROVING THE MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 481 AND
CONSIDERATION OF A CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT ( CEQA) EXEMPTION FOR THE PROPOSED CODE AMENDMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15308 OF THE
CEQA GUIDELINES
PROCEDURES:
1. OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING AND TAKE TESTIMONY;
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2. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; AND
3. INTRODUCE ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO 3238-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING TITLE 3, CHAPTER 16 TO THE
REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE GOVERNING THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT BY
THE REDONDO BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT AND APPROVING THE MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 481
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to open the public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Chief of Police Joe Hoffman introduced Lieutenant Brian Long and Sergeant Ryan Harrison and narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the proposed ordinance regarding the use of military equipment by the RBPD.
Discussion followed regarding the ability of members of the public to buy less -than -lethal options, regulations regarding the purchase of pepper spray by civilians, firearms training, use of less -lethal devices, launching areas for the drone and drone operation, privacy concerns regarding drones, enhancing the drone system and the department's judicious use of materials to improve the way the law is enforced.
Julian Peters, District 5, spoke about the RBPD's use of drones helping family friends whose son had an Asperger's episode and thanked Chief Hoffman and the newer generation of Redondo Beach Police Officers for the improved culture, customer service and attitude.
Christina Miller, District 3, spoke about communicating the public hearing regarding this item to the public and associated newspaper ads and expressed concerns regarding lack of privacy with the use of drones, particularly as they hover over her backyard and suggested increased transparency over their use.
Candace Nafissi, via Zoom, District 3, reported she lives along the drone flight path and stated she appreciated the person operating the RBPD drone program spending time during a Neighborhood Watch meeting explaining the program and the flight path.
Discussion followed regarding pistols, requirements under AB 481, adopting the ordinance so that the RBPD can continue to use the equipment, annual reporting requirements, in- person training.
Carissa, District 3, thanked Council and the RBPD for all they do; commented on her experience with guns; felt that use of a 50 -caliber gun is unreasonable and suggested a lot of training.
Chief Hoffman discussed likely scenarios requiring the use of a 50 -caliber gun.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to close the public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO 3238-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING TITLE 3, CHAPTER 16 TO THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
GOVERNING THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT BY THE REDONDO BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT AND APPROVING THE MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 481. The motion carried by unanimous oral vote; Loewenstein absent.
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City Clerk Manzano read title to Ordinance No. 3238-22.
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS — None
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. I. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING INTERSECTION MODIFICATIONS AT
SIGNALIZED INTERSECTIONS ALONG ARTESIA BOULEVARD APPROVE THE
RECOMMENDED SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT OPTION AND AUTHORIZE THE
DESIGN AND COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF
THE PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS ALONG ARTESIA BOULEVARD
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Public Works Director Ted Semaan, via Zoom, and City Engineer Andy Windje narrated a presentation regarding the proposed Artesia Boulevard Intersection Modifications.
Discussion followed regarding improving the line of sight, doing all seven intersections consistently, throughout the board, the funding mechanism and timetables, the need for further discussion in terms of a broader right-of-way and lane use related to the AACAP, signal improvements and upgrades, installing pedestrian audible push buttons in connection with median realignments, review of the item by City Council after the initial design, offsetting left turns, consideration of improving north/ south intersections, insuring the installation of bike buttons at each intersection, limiting U- tums and considering use of pedestrian scramblers at McKay and Ranch.
Councilmember Obagi spoke about the report being late and the numbers being off; discussed options for left tum signal upgrades and addressed local return funds to fund the projects.
Discussion followed regarding considering some time of split phase movement, considering pedestrian scramblers in other intersections, controller upgrades and allowing flexibility in the project.
In response to Councilmember Horvath, Public Works Director Semaan responded that upgraded traffic signal controllers would be Measure M -eligible and would make them very capable of addressing pedestrian, vehicular, and bicycle traffic which includes video detection.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened public comments.
Julian Peters, District 5, thanked Council for their work on this matter; agreed with Councilmember Emdee regarding U-turns; spoke about speeding in the area and expressed concerns regarding the number of vacancies along Artesia Boulevard.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read an eComment from Grace Peng.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim' to adopt the left turn signal upgrades along with the audible pedestrian signal upgrades and bike sensors and defer construction when the repaving of Artesia Boulevard occurs and include consideration of pedestrian scramblers at McKay and Ranch. Motion carried 4-0, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emdee, Obagi, Horvath, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: None
ABSENT: Loewenstein
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N.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S
APPROVAL OF A FOURTH EXTENSION TO THE EMERGENCY COASTAL DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT ISSUED FOR THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BEACH
ACCESS RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE A TO PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY RECEIVE AND
FILE THE FOURTH EXTENSION OF THE EMERGENCY COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR
THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE BEACH ACCESS RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE
A TO PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Forbes provided details of the Administrative Report.
In response to MPT Nehrenheim, Community Development Director Forbes responded that pursuant to budget approval, the engineering plans are being worked on, and when the design is completed a coastal development permit application can come forward.
City Manager Witzansky added that any replacement, reconstruction, or enhancements to the ramps it would require CDP approval.
Discussion followed regarding the need for permits in order to work in the area in terms of reconstruction or enhancements and providing ADA access.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to receive and file the
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S APPROVAL OF A FOURTH EXTENSION TO THE
EMERGENCY COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT ISSUED FOR THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE
LOS ANGELES COUNTY BEACH ACCESS RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE A TO PROTECT
PUBLIC SAFETY RECEIVE AND FILE THE FOURTH EXTENSION OF THE EMERGENCY COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE BEACH ACCESS RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE A TO PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY. The motion carried by unanimous oral vote; Loewenstein absent.
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky reported staff is in the process of working with Eric Douglas, Strategic Plan Advisor to schedule dates for the next strategic planning session noting staff is considering a two-step process that would begin on August 30, 2022 and conclude September 1, 2022.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim commented on planning for the Fourth of July.
P. 1. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF DESIGNATING THE VOTING DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE FOR 2022 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND
AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO FORWARD THE VOTING DELEGATE FORM CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim noted the League of California Cities has changed its name to Cal Cities; discussed their annual event and reported the City has to authorize a delegate to represent Redondo Beach in the group.
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There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to appoint Councilmember Emdee as the Alternate to Cal Cities Annual Conference and keep Councilmember Loewenstein as the Primary delegate. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim to agendize the results of outreach for discussion and possible action on all -way stop signs at: Mathews Avenue and Felton Lane, Mathews Avenue and Perkins Lane, Huntington Lane and Blossom Lane, Huntington Lane and Rindge Lane, Stanford Avenue and Marshallfield Lane, Ormond Lane and Wollacott Street, Harkness and Clark Lane, and Felton and Huntington Lane, on or before October 4, 2022. Motion carried 3- 1, Councilmember Horvath dissenting, Loewenstein absent.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke about upcoming items including Project Home Key and Riviera Village.
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - None
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).
Name of case:
Monica Nunez v. City of Redondo Beach
Second Appellate District Case Number: B308741
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case Number: BC695847 S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — None
T. ADJOURNMENT: 9: 40 p.m.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to adjourn the meeting at 9:40 p. m., in memory of the passing of Dodgers Sportscaster Vin Scully this evening, 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 9 , 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 Cle
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