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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Closed 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 Obagi at 4:32 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Emdee, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION – NONE
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS – ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS – NONE E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NON-AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Pro Tem Obagi called for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi closed the public comment period.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4:32 p.m.
F.1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR -
The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
PROPERTY:
APN #s 7505-010-015, 7505-010-035 and 7505-010-036
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Michael Davitt, Director of Real Estate
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F.2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR -
The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
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Ted Semaan, Public Works Director
PROPERTY:
Portion of APN # 7503-028-904
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Rebecca Udokop, Right of Way Agent
CA Department of Transportation
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F.3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR -The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
Pier Plaza
123 W. Torrance Blvd #201, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Dan Benhamo
Principal, The Beach House, Inc.
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F.4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Ted Semaan, Public Works Director
PROPERTY:
APN 4082-007-002
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Pacific Crest Cemetery Co., Inc.
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F.5. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR -The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director
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PROPERTY:
Pier Plaza
107 W. Torrance Blvd #202, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Daniel Scheele, an individual
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F.6. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR -The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
Pier Plaza
121 W. Torrance Blvd #201, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Monica Quintero, an individual
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F.7. 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:
Deborah Klebe v. J & S Striping Company, Inc.; City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 21STCV38496
F.8. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney client privilege, Government code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
Name of case:
City of Redondo Beach, et al. v. California State Water Resources Control Board Case Number: 20STCP03193
F.9. 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:
Luke Carlson, et al v City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 2:20-cv-00259-ODW-SS
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F.10. 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:
Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC. v City of Redondo Beach
Court of Appeal Case Number: B311039
F.11. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - T h e Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(3).
One potential case
Items F.8 and F.10 were pulled and not heard and Councilmember Nehrenheim announced that he recused himself from Item F.9.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Obagi, to recess at 4:34 p.m. to conduct Closed Sessions attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb, Public Works Director Ted Semaan, City Engineer Andy Winje, Outside Leasing Agent Brian Campbell, Outside Legal Counsel Missy O’Linn and Outside Legal Counsel Lisa Bond. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi so ordered.
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Brand Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
City Manager Witzansky stated Council unanimously authorized the City Attorney to defend the case and file a cross complaint for Item F.7.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to adjourn at 6:19 p.m. to a regular meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered. __________________________________________________________________________________ A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Brand at 6:19 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Brand Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
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C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
At the request of Mayor Brand, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Nehrenheim announced his Community Meeting taking place at Alta Vista on the second Saturday of the month at 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. with guest speakers Robert Thompson of Cal Water and Leadership Redondo discussing their class. He also announced his online meeting taking place a week from Monday.
Councilmember Loewenstein congratulated the 2022 grads from Redondo Union High School, and stated Cal Water is offering a Smart Flume 2 detection device for $49. He also announced his next District 2 Community Meeting taking place on Wednesday June 15 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the second floor main conference room of the Redondo Beach Main Library.
Councilmember Horvath announced his District 3 Community Meeting taking place on June 16 via Zoom from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Councilmember Obagi congratulated Police Officer Greg Wiist for receiving a life saving award Medal of Valor.
Councilmember Emdee announced two charity events to include the Galleria collecting tennis shoes on Level 1 and the Domestic Violence Program collecting gift cards for children to obtain school supplies.
Mayor Brand announced the Catterton Group has submitted plans for approval with 600 sheets of drawings and stated the Galleria redevelopment is moving forward. He also announced his two State of the City addresses to include one tomorrow morning at 7:30 a.m. by the Chamber and June 20 at 7 p.m. at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center.
E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve the Order of Agenda and to move Item N.1 prior to L.1. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
F. AGENCY RECESS: 6:29 P.M.
F.1. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY FINANCING AUTHORITY CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
F.2. REGULAR MEETING OF THE REDONDO BEACH HOUSING AUTHORITY CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
F.3. PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY – REGULAR MEETING – CANCELLED CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
RECONVENE: 6:45 P.M.
D. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee, Mayor Brand
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Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS – ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to receive and file additional material for Items J.1, L.1, and N.1. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H.1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 7, 2022
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.2. APPROVE MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER READING OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS LISTED ON THE AGENDA.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.3. APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:
A. APRIL 19, 2022 ADJOURNED REGULAR & REGULAR MEETING
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.4. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 28198-28230 IN THE AMOUNT OF $51,313.57, PD. 5/27/22 DIRECT DEPOSIT 248731-249252 IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,955,894.44, PD. 5/27/22 EFT/ACH $7,557.23, PD. 5/13/22 (PP2210)
EFT/ACH $362,064.60, PD. 5/18/22 (PP2210)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 103677-103829 IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,921,305.25
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $366,064.50
EFT BARINGS MULTIFAMILY CAPITAL $265,781.00
DIRECT DEPOSIT 100006057-100006157 IN THE AMOUNT OF $85,775.01, PD. 6/1/22
REPLACEMENT DEMANDS 103675-103676 $15,462.58
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H.5. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNICATION
STRATEGIES, LLC FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS CONSULTING AND PHONE SYSTEM REPLACEMENT SERVICES TO EXTEND THE TERM TO JUNE 30, 2023 AT NO ADDITIONAL COST.
2. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC., THE CITY’S MUNIS FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM PROVIDER, TO DISCONTINUE
LICENSING AND SUPPORT FOR THE EXECUTIME TIME AND ATTENDANCE MODULES FOR A CREDIT AMOUNT OF $8,866.20 AND A REDUCTION OF $17,000 IN LICENSING AND SUPPORT COSTS FOR THE EXISTING TERM THROUGH JUNE 30, 2024.
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3. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH EASY READER, INC. FOR LEGAL PUBLICATIONS IN AN AMOUNT OF $8.00 PER COLUMN INCH (ESTIMATED EXPENDITURE FOR FY 2022-23 IS $17,600) FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023.
4. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY AUDITORCONTROLLER TO PROVIDE THE PLACEMENT OF DIRECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 ON THE SECURED TAX ROLL FOR STREET LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT, SEWER USER FEES AND REFUSE FEES FOR AN AMOUNT OF $0.25 PER ASSESSMENT PER PARCEL AND $13.00 FOR EACH CORRECTION (ESTIMATED FY 2022-23 EXPENDITURE IS $15,000).
5. APPROVE THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH CATAPULT
SYSTEMS LLC FOR SUPPORT WITH MICROSOFT ACTIVE DIRECTORY FEDERATION SERVICES, OFFICE 365 IDENTITY, AZURE IDENTITY AND ASSISTANCE WITH OTHER
MICROSOFT RELATED SOFTWARE AND SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $16,000 AND EXTEND THE TERM TO JUNE 30, 2023.
6. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH KRONOS INCORPORATED
TO ADD AN SMS MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE MODULE TO EXISTING TELESTAFF ENTERPRISE SERVICES AT ZERO COST TO THE CITY WITH NO CHANGE TO THE TERM.
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H.6. EXCUSE ABSENCES OF COMMISSIONERS FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION MEETINGS CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.7. CITY TREASURER’S QUARTER 3 FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022 REPORT CONTACT: STEVEN DIELS, CITY TREASURER
H.8. RECEIVE AND FILE A REPORT ON THE AGREEMENT WITH PALOS VERDES ESTATES FOR USE OF THE CITY’S JAIL SERVICES.
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H.9. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3230-22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15 TO TITLE 3 REGARDING THE UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS, FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION.
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H.10. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2206-030, 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 FOR LIMITED HOURS ON JUNE 8 AND JUNE 9, 2022 FOR REDONDO
BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMENCEMENT AND GRADUATION CEREMONIES CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H.11. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH AXON ENTERPRISE, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF THIRTY-SEVEN (37) PRO-EVIDENCE.COM LICENSES FOR ACCESS TO BODY-WORN CAMERA FOOTAGE FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $51,948 AND A NEW TOTAL CONTRACT NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $476,621.95
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
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H.12. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2206-031, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL
BOOK OF CLASSIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF FIRE DIVISION CHIEF CONTACT: KEITH KAUFFMAN, INTERIM FIRE CHIEF
H.13. PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER NEHRENHEIM FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
H.14. APPROVE THE NON-STATE ENTITY SERVICE POLICY AND AGREEMENT (NESPA) WITH THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TECHNOLOGY TO SELF-CERTIFY THE CITY OF REDONDO
BEACH AS A VALID NON-STATE ENTITY AUTHORIZED TO PARTICIPATE IN CALIFORNIA
NETWORK AND
TELECOMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM (CALNET) 4 CONTRACTS
APPROVE THE CALNET 4 AUTHORIZATION TO ORDER FORM WITH THE CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF TECHNOLOGY TO ALLOW THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH TO ORDER
DATA NETWORK AND COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES AND PRODUCTS OFF OF CONTRACT IFB-C4DNCS19 CATEGORIES 20 THROUGH 30, FOR THE TERM APRIL 4, 2020 - JUNE 30, 2025 APPROVE CALNET 4 INDIVIDUAL PRICE REDUCTION AGREEMENT AND CALNET 3
INDIVIDUAL PRICE REDUCTION NOTIFICATION WITH MCI COMMUNICATION SERVICES LLC
DBA VERIZON BUSINESS SERVICES FOR DATA CIRCUIT TRANSPORT AND PRIVATE WIRELESS GATEWAY SERVICES SPEED INCREASE FROM 50MBPS TO 300MBPS FOR
MOBILE PUBLIC SAFETY NETWORK CONNECTIVITY FOR AN ESTIMATED INCREASE OF $7,960 PER YEAR ON A MONTH-TO-MONTH TERM
CONTACT: CHRISTOPHER BENSON, INFORMATION TECH DIRECTOR
H.15. APPROVE THE EIGHTH AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH UNIVERSAL PROTECTION
SERVICE, DBA ALLIED UNIVERSAL SECURITY SERVICES, FOR CONTINUED TRANSIT CENTER SECURITY SERVICES THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2022 FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $38,860.76.
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
H.16. PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER NEHRENHEIM FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
H.17. APPROVE A THREE-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH COMMERCIAL BUILDING MANAGEMENT TO
PROVIDE JANITORIAL SERVICES AT TEN CITY COMMUNITY CENTER, RECREATION AND LIBRARY FACILITIES FOR AN ANNUAL COST OF $172,986 AND A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $518,958, FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2025 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H.18. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF TWO 2023 POLICE VEHICLES FROM NATIONAL AUTO FLEET
GROUP FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT PATROL DIVISION FOR A TOTAL COST OF $174,580.11
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H.19. APPROVE THE GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF
PARKS AND RECREATION, DIVISION OF BOATING & WATERWAYS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE BASIN 2 SEWER PUMP OUT STATION UPGRADE PROJECT, JOB NO. 50310 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H.20. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH WALLACE & ASSOCIATES CONSULTING, LLC. FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE BASIN 2 SEWER
PUMP OUT STATION UPGRADE PROJECT & HARBOR PATROL DOCK REPLACEMENT
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PROJECT, JOB NOS. 50310 & 70690, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $300,000 AND THE TERM JUNE 07, 2022 - JUNE 07, 2025
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H.21. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2206-032, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, PROCLAIMING SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 AS “OPEN WATER SWIM DAY” IN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH IN
SPONSORSHIP AND SUPPORT OF THE FOURTH ANNUAL SWIM THE AVENUES WATER
SPORTS EVENT TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH COASTAL WATERS AND IN APPRECIATION OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES’ EFFORTS TO PERMIT THE EVENT
AND PROVIDE LOGISTICAL SUPPORT
CONTACT: LUKE SMUDE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
H.22. APPROVE AMENDMENT NUMBER TWO TO THE LETTER OF AGREEMENT FOR FUNDING
AND OPERATION OF THE REDONDO BEACH EMERGENCY HOMELESS SHELTER (PALLET
SHELTERS)--
CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
Mayor Brand called for public comment.
There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve Consent Calendar Items H.1 through H.22, with the exception of pulled Items H.13 and H.16. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Clerk Eleanor Manzano read all Ordinances and Resolutions by title only which were included on the Consent Calendar.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H.13. APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH VERONICA TAM & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE HOUSING
ELEMENT UPDATE AND THE PREPARATION OF AN INCLUSIONARY HOUSING ORDINANCE FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $10,440 FOR A NEW TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $172,390 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2022 CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Planning Manager Sean Scully gave an overview of the contractor and her activities.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim, City Manager Witzansky explained that the amendment is for Draft 3 and submission to HCD, and the latest revised housing element proposal will be brought back to Council in July with final submission to the state. He also said a comprehensive selection process will take place in the future for the most contemporary support service.
In response to Mayor Brand, City Manager Witzansky stated depending on the timeline, this process may need to take place again in four or eight years, noting the state has been quite daunting as it pertains to state and local housing.
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Mayor Brand called for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to approve the First Amendment to the Agreement with Veronica Tam & Associates, Inc. for consulting services associated with the Housing Element Update and the preparation of an inclusionary total amount not to exceed $172,390 and to extend the term through December 31, 2022. There being no objection, Mayor Brand so ordered.
H.16. APPROVE AN HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH TERRY L. AND LEIGH W. GASPAROVIC, OWNERS, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 719 ELVIRA AVENUE BEGINNING ON JUNE 7, 2022 FOR THE TERM OF TEN YEARS WITH AUTOMATIC RENEWAL
EVERY YEAR THEREAFTER
CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR BRANDY FORBES
Councilmember Nehrenheim supported the home and its historical aspect and noted a reduction in property taxes.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim, Planning Manager Sean Scully stated the property taxes go down to approximately 60% with a 40% reduction.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim regarding a new owner wanting to demolish the property, City Manager Witzansky believed there is a catch up provision that is required depending on how long the owner waits and how long the agreement has been in place. He also noted a sliding scale of repayment depending on the actual length of preservation.
Councilmember Emdee supported the program and noted there are many people unaware they are on the list with no tax benefit until they sell the home. She suggested this program be reviewed.
Mayor Brand called for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to approve an Historic Property Preservation Agreement with Terry L. and Leigh W. Gasparovic, owners for the property located at 719 Elvira Avenue beginning on June 7, 2022 for the term of ten years with automatic renewal every year thereafter. There being no objection, Mayor Brand so ordered.
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Brand called for public comment.
Pilar Denardo, expressed concern with safety issues at schools and suggested something has to be done and to be proactive, noting the priority is school safety. She suggested assigning a police officer to each school in the City.
Desiree Galassi, asked to evaluate the short-term and long-term solutions for pickle ball and reviewed the advantages of using Alta Vista. She also suggested considering the Ruby’s parking lot.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file material presented by Ms. Galassi. There being no objection, Mayor Brand so ordered.
Michael Lee Chang, Redondo Union High School, expressed concern with adding police officers onto campuses, creating a hostile environment and introducing more guns.
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Kim Isaac opposed police in schools who do not prevent mass shootings, expressed concern with more guns in schools, and opposed creating racial profiling and a hostile environment.
William Heuisler opposed having police on campus and suggested more trusted adults working with the children.
Jen Moriwaki did not support police on campuses and also suggested having more trusted adults for the students.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by James Crawford.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N.1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A WATERFRONT EDUCATION FACILITY
AND PROGRAMMING CONCEPT TITLED OCEAN ENCOUNTER
APPROVAL OF THE CONCEPT AND DIRECTION TO STAFF TO PREPARE DRAFT PLANS, AGREEMENTS, AND OTHER APPLICABLE FACILITY IMPLEMENTATION DOCUMENTS.
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR City Manager Witzansky gave a staff report, noted support for this facility, reviewed the proposal and recommended approval.
Tom Grimm, Ocean Encounter, gave a PowerPoint presentation and discussed the following:
• Leadership Team
• The Harbor Hub
• Joe’s Crab Shack Perspective View
• Ocean Encounter – nonprofit
• Design of facility and activities
• Media
• Fully immersive and experiential augmented reality
• Restoration Aquaculture
• Visitors explore coastal habitats where life responds to visitor hand movements • Belinda Zhang – partner
• Marine drones
• Habitat restoration
• Coastal lagoon restoration
• Healthy eating and cooking
• Aquaponics gardens
• Broadcast Studio Kitchen
• VR/AR
Mayor Brand questioned this not already being in the Santa Monica Bay and noted an educational facility by the beach would be extremely popular with the kids.
In response to Mayor Brand regarding the next steps, City Manager Witzansky explained approval tonight and direct staff to work with Mr. Grimm and his team to develop the next implementation of documents.
Mr. Grimm pointed out that this project involves the interaction and connection of the ocean.
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In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim regarding the demolition of the Joe’s Crab shack area, Mr.
Grimm explained the transition which will be reviewed by the City Manager and staff. He also asked about having a shark lab, roving or oyster farming.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim regarding growing oysters or other food items, Mr. Grimm suggested having oyster reefs to protect the coastal areas and growing items in tanks. He also said food production in the harbor wouldn’t be possible.
Councilmember Horvath supported having programs, integrating them into the proposal with more synergy and having waterfront education being a main integral partner. He also suggested creating a site that will be functional for decades and supported this proposal.
Julie Coll, Waterfront Education, reviewed their activities and supported interaction in the classroom and having water adjacent. She also said the weather has to be considered and encouraged collaborations and education on the water. She noted learning opportunity and supported building a collaborative group with local nonprofits and the proposal presented by Mr. Grimm.
Roger Carlson, Harbor Commission Chair, supported the bay and reviewed the activities which need a public place for visualization, pursuing the proposal and populating with good local science.
Councilmember Obagi asked about a competitive advantage causing people to come down to the Ocean Encounter. Mr. Grimm reviewed augmented reality with no screen in front of you.
In response to Councilmember Obagi, City Manager Witzansky stated staff is suggesting that Ocean Encounter provide the best mechanism to bring the broadest amount of collaboration and connecting resources together. He also said the vision isn’t to expand the facility and is likely to generate similar square footage and keeping parking similar. He further said Joe’s Crab Shack may be the primary facility but there may be potential for sub-facilities within the harbor.
Mr. Grimm stated collaborating with local talent is fundamental to their thinking and would not be an add on.
Mayor Brand supported drawing in inner city children and said transportation is needed. City Manager Witzansky reviewed the SEED Foundation.
Councilmember Horvath stated he has been working with a group out of Israel who is interested in bringing their technology here to harness energy using the waves along the pier and break wall, noted there is a lot of science available, and suggested having a partnership.
Councilmember Nehrenheim stated it is important to have space for local groups, noting there is a lot of activity taking place locally.
Mayor Brand called for public comments.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by Laura Zahn.
Mark Hansen, King Harbor boater, observed that the Harbor Commission received presentations from Julie Coll’s Waterfront Education Program and the White Shark Program at the last meeting and suggested they be provided to the City Council. He also said the Harbor Commission provided very well considered recommendations which also should be provided to City Council.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file, and approve the Ocean Encounter concept and direction to collaborate with potential partners and move forward with possible implementation. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Obagi, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Nehrenheim disclosed discussions with Councilmember Loewenstein, Mayor Brand, the public and staff.
Councilmember Loewenstein disclosed discussions with Councilmember Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand, staff and the public.
Councilmember Horvath disclosed discussions with staff, the public and Councilmember Emdee.
Councilmember Obagi disclosed discussions with the mayor and public.
Councilmember Emdee disclosed discussions with Councilmember Horvath, public and staff.
Mayor Brand disclosed discussions with Councilmember Loewenstein, Councilmember Obagi, the public and staff.
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS
L.1. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 PROPOSED
BUDGET, FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, AND ASSOCIATED BUDGET
RESPONSE REPORTS
a. Reconvene Public Hearing, take testimony;
b. Continue Public Hearing to June 14, 2022; and
c. Receive and file Budget Response Reports.
CONTACT: JENNIFER PAUL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to reconvene the Public Hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
City Manager Witzansky gave a presentation and discussed the following:
• Budget Overview
• Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget - $1.8M – total estimated year-end fund balance after recommendations • Tax Revenues
• Budget Items of Note
• Decision Package Highlights
Mayor Brand requested a BRR regarding having a police officer in every school during school hours. City Manager Witzansky noted the City has been very proactive with the School District and dealing with school safety and suggested information taking place currently can be provided.
Mayor Brand requested a BRR regarding the design and constructing a walking native garden path under the SCE path at the entryway. Councilmember Obagi also suggested including a pollinator foundation.
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Councilmember Emdee asked about the citywide traffic signal upgrades and having an entire console to allow for adjustments accordingly. Public Works Director Semaan said the first objective is to improve the controllers, to get communication protocols in place, and to allow for county management as well.
Councilmember Emdee requested a BRR on beautifying the median in front of the commercial area of Phelan and Robinson to Johnston. She also requested the cost to add a crosswalk across Aviation Boulevard between Robinson and Manhattan Beach Boulevard and between Artesia and Robinson.
Mayor Brand suggested getting a cost for signalizing those crosswalks.
Councilmember Emdee also requested information on having drought tolerant trees along the North Redondo Beach Bike Path.
Councilmember Emdee also supported pickleball in the City. City Manager Witzansky stated staff will be bringing back the cost on the open field behind Aviation Gym.
Councilmember Emdee supported a full community center in North Redondo Beach and requested the cost to renovate/expand programming at the senior centers.
Councilmember Loewenstein noted a bond was passed years ago at the School District to secure the schools and said the police are excellent with response times with no complaints.
Councilmember Loewenstein asked about the $4.3M for the retrofitting of the garage. City Manager Witzansky stated the Walker Report will come next week as part of the budget hearing.
Councilmember Loewenstein requested a presentation on infrastructure bonds. City Manager Witzansky stated this will also be part of next week’s presentation.
Councilmember Loewenstein referred to Decision Package #64 regarding turf replacement and suggested West Basin Water grants could be considered. City Manager Witzansky stated grants with West Basin would be pursued to supplement resources.
Councilmember Loewenstein referred to Decision Package #66 and asked if the $330K would speed up the process. City Manager Witzansky said the recommendation includes two individuals to help expand the capacity and oversight capability to allow execution of projects more quickly, particularly the construction manager. He also said there is a midyear appropriation supporting some of the software for project management.
In response to Councilmember Loewenstein regarding the website redesign and being funded, City Manager Witzansky believed the City is funded in the IT Replacement Account but subject to ultimate selection.
Councilmember Loewenstein requested a BRR on the cost of installing pickleball courts on the Ruby’s parking lot.
In response to Councilmember Obagi, City Manager Witzansky stated that the Perry Park fix is actually proposed in the CIP to correct the situation and a presentation will take place next week at approximately $30K.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim regarding a parking study in the Village, Andrea Delap of the Police Department explained the study was completed in February and will be coming to Council midyear.
City Manager Witzansky stated a BRR will be provided regarding any cost implications in the report.
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Councilmember Nehrenheim stated he will provide a list of updates and enhancements to Alta Vista and City Manager Witzansky stated funds for maintenance on parks is more aggregate. Councilmember Nehrenheim suggested putting extra money into the maintenance and operations fund and park services fund.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim, City Manager Witzansky stated a BRR will be provided regarding a third party for help with the county fire study.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim, City Manager Witzansky stated the Riviera Village paver project would be a carryover item and informed that staff is working with Allen Sanford and is the designer for the outdoor garden parklets.
Councilmember Nehrenheim stated the bike racks are being used every day and suggested some art work to beautify the areas. City Manager Witzansky stated a cost on a refresh of the Riviera Village street furniture plan can be provided.
Councilmember Nehrenheim asked about the grant application for the safety bollard installation. Chief Hoffman explained this was funding included in the 2022 Homeland Security Grant which has to be cut by a certain amount of money. He also said the grant doesn’t have matching funds.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim regarding the water barriers storage, City Manager Witzansky stated it would depend on the order of magnitude.
In response to Councilmember Obagi regarding the purchase of $2M of new vehicles this year, City Manager Witzansky gave a report on the vehicles and funding and believed all vehicles on the list will get ultimately purchased and replaced and the timing will be subject to supply chain.
Councilmember Obagi referred to DP#35 and moving any of the new fleet into electric. City Manager Witzansky stated electric is used whenever possible.
Public Works Director Semaan gave a report on electric vehicle usage and said the objective is to find an electric vehicle whenever possible.
Councilmember Obagi asked about the $30K for the Perry Park Skate Park. City Manager Witzansky stated this is a new appropriation dedicated to this project and a recommended Quimby allocation. He also said new CIP projects get funded through Council approval of CIP as proposed.
Mayor Brand called for public comment.
Roger Carlson, District 3, Harbor Commission, thanked Council for including the Harbor Commission in the process and suggested including smaller items as part of the Amenity Plan and funding staff.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the comments submitted via eComment by Caleb Chrzan.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Councilmember Emdee suggested residents use the [email protected] email which has a quick response.
Councilmember Obagi suggested an additional $1M in TOT can afford to pay officers more and noted a nuisance next door would be addressed through the City and a private attorney.
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Councilmember Nehrenheim requested information on how much is being spent on the homeless outreach services including Public Works and Police when responding to calls. City Manager Witzansky stated staff can provide information on costs and revenues.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file the Budget Response Reports and continue the Public Hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
Mayor Brand left the meeting at 9:48 P.M.
Councilmember Obagi resumed the seat as Mayor Pro Tem Obagi.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS – NONE
L.2. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ARAKELIAN ENTERPRISES INC. DBA ATHENS SERVICES PROPOSED SOLID WASTE CHARGES AND FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2206-034, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING CONTRACTOR’S CHARGES AND
CORRESPONDING CITY FEES FOR RESIDENTIAL, MULTIFAMILY AND COMMERCIAL REFUSE COLLECTION FOR THE 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR
PROCEDURES:
a. Open Public Hearing, take testimony; and
b. Close Public Hearing; and
c. Adopt by Title Only Resolution No. CC-2206-034
d. Direct staff to allow commercial organics co-mingling with City of Hermosa Beach and to monitor implementation.
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to open the Public Hearing.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi so ordered.
Public Works Senior Management Analyst Andrea Delap gave a report and reviewed the following:
• Rate Adjustment Process
• Proposed Refuse Rate Adjustments
• Current Solid Waste Agreement Rates
• Single Family Monthly Refuse Rates
• Commercial Monthly Refuse Rates
• Recommendation
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi called for public comment.
There being no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to close the Public Hearing.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to adopt by title only Resolution No. CC-2206-034, and to allow commercial organics co-mingling with the City of Hermosa Beach and to monitor implementation.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read by title only Resolution No. CC-2206-034.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS – NONE
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
L.3. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS FOR THE STREET LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023; ADOPT, BY TITLE ONLY, RESOLUTION NO. CC-2206-033, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM AND
ASSESSMENT, AND LEVYING OF THE ASSESSMENT FOR THE STREET LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR FROM JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023; AND
PROCEDURES:
A. OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING, TAKE TESTIMONY; AND
B. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; AND
C. ADOPT THE RESOLUTION
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to open the public hearing.
Motion carried unanimously.
City Engineer Andy Winje gave a report and recommendation.
Mayor Pro Tem Obagi called for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Obagi closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to close the public hearing.
Motion carried unanimously.
Councilmember Horvath recommended to the future Council to finally close the subsidy.
In response to Councilmember Loewenstein, Public Works Director Semaan stated there is a cost savings realized with replacement of the Edison lights but the cost of water and electricity have gone up, offsetting the cost.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adopt by title only Resolution No. CC-2206-033. Motion carried unanimously.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read by title only Resolution No. CC-2206-033.
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - NONE
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS - NONE
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Obagi, to agendize a discussion at the June 14 City Council meeting regarding clarifying the direction of the Charter Advisory Committee, and to agendize a discussion on a potential ballot measure to put before voters as an amendment to the City Charter on March 2023 ballot by the November 1 City Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously, with no objection.
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to agendize a discussion to change the FAR on Artesia as part of the housing plan. Motion carried unanimously, with no objection.
Councilmember Nehrenheim requested a discussion on allowing Commissioners and Members appearing remotely via Zoom. City Manager Witzansky stated he will bring back a BRR.
R. RECESSED TO CLOSED SESSION – NONE
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION – NONE
T. ADJOURNMENT: 10:12 P.M.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Obagi, to adjourn the meeting at 10:12 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, June 14, 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 Clerk