Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
p Closed Session - Special Meeting 4: 30 p.m.
Open Session - Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m.
4:30 PM - CLOSED SESSION - SPECIAL MEETING
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A Special Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Brand at 4:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Horvath, Loewenstein, Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand Councilmembers Absent: Obagi, Emdee
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NON -AGENDA ITEMS F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4:33 p.m.
F. I. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
City of Redondo Beach v. Independent Cities Risk Management Authority, et al.
Case Number: BC 674909
F.2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
Daryn Glenn v. City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 22STCV29401
F. 3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
City of Redondo Beach, et al. v. California State Water Resources Control Board Case Number: 20STCP03193
F. 4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by
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the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
230 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Joe' s Crab Shack - portion of APN# 7503-029-903
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Kelly Investment Group
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Lease Status
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 PROPERTY:
International Boardwalk
136 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Joe Smith of Barley Vibes LLC
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:
International Boardwalk
134 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Jean Pierre de Melo - Principal of BDR Security Products Inc.
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to recess at 4:33 p. m. to
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Closed Session attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Senior Deputy City Attorney Cristine Shin, Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden, Police Chief Joe Hoffman, Outside Legal Counsel Robert Feldhake, Waterfront & Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich, and Outside Leasing Agent Brian Campbell. There being no objection, Mayor Brand so ordered.
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — 6: 00 p. m.
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Emdee, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported that Councilmember Obagi was present during Closed Session.
City Manager Witzansky reported Consultant Brian Campbell attended Closed Session for Item No. F. 4., F. 5. and F. 6. and City Council provided unanimous direction to defend the case under Item No. F. 2.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adjourn to Open Session at 6:03 O. m.. There being no objections, Mayor Brand 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 6:03 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Emdee, 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
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 thanked the Police Department, Fire Department and Public Works for a successful Beach Life Ranch Festival and announced a District 2 community meeting tomorrow, via Zoom, from 6:00 p. m. to 7: 30 p. m.
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Councilmember Horvath referenced BeachLife; expressed disappointment that a City -owned property had invited an outside initiative proponent to table at the event and there was also a cannabis delivery proponent advertising and announced a District 3 community meeting on Saturday, September 24, 2022, via Zoom.
Councilmember Obagi announced a District 4 community meeting at Perry Park Senior Center, tomorrow at 6:30 p. m. and thanked the Police Department, Fire Department and Public Works for a successful BeachLife Ranch Festival and spoke about Brandi Carlile's performance and comments. He thanked Public Works for trimming the grass on the North Redondo Beach bike path and thanked Community Services for the information included in the Public Access Channel.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim announced the District 1 community meeting will be held tomorrow at 6:30 p. m., via Zoom; spoke about the recent California Art 101 exhibit; commented on the Beach Life event; discussed an upcoming composting event; noted the public can now water outdoor trees and plants and encouraged qualified residents to apply as a member of the Board of Appeals.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger announced the City's special election on October 19, 2022; reported all ballots have been mailed and noted the location of ballot drop boxes.
E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
City Manager Witzansky requested removal of Item No. H. 11. and reported it will be brought back to City Council at a later date.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the Order of Agenda, as amended, removing Item No. H. 11. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
F. AGENCY RECESS - None
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
G. 1. For Blue Folder Documents Approved at the City Council Meeting Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger reported Blue Folder Items include public communications for Item No. J. 1. and the Mayor's commission appointments, Item No. M. 1.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file Blue Folder Items.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H. I. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 20, 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 28502-28531 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 55,235.40, PD. 9/ 16/22 DIRECT DEPOSIT 253673-254225 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,157,722.93, PD. 9/ 16/22
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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 105231- 105465 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,974,818.30
REPLACEMENT DEMANDS 105229- 105230
CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
HA. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE A FIFTH AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH PACIFIC ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING, INC. FOR THE REDONDO BEACH TRANSIT CENTER PROJECT FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $ 15,000 FOR THE EXISTING TERM THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2022
2. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH SPCALA FOR ANIMAL SHELTERING SERVICES AT A MONTHLY RATE OF $ 894.60 AND A DAILY RATE OF $ 50 PER ANIMAL HELD IN EXCESS OF THE CITY'S HOLDING PERIOD ( FOR AN ESTIMATED EXPENDITURE FOR FY 2022-23 OF 13,228) FOR THE TERM SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 TO AUGUST 31, 2023
3. APPROVE AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT WITH JOSEPH THOMAS FOR BRIDGE INSTRUCTION CLASSES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 34,900 FOR THE TERM SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 5. EXCUSE ABSENCES OF COMMISSIONERS FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION MEETINGS.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 6. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2209-066, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE CITY OF
REDONDO BEACH CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE AND REPEALING ALL OTHER CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODES.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 7. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH NAN MCKAY & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR REMOTE
CONSULTING SERVICES RELATED TO REVIEWING AND REVISING THE REDONDO BEACH HOUSING AUTHORITY ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 10, 174 ALLOCATED FROM RESTRICTED SECTION 8 HOUSING ADMINISTRATIVE FUNDS FOR THE TERM SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 TO SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
H. 8. APPROVE AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT WITH JEFF GROTENHUIS FOR BRIDGE INSTRUCTION IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $70, 000 FOR THE TERM SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
H. 9. ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2209-067, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 BUDGET MODIFICATION TO APPROPRIATE GRANT FUNDS FROM
THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION, DIVISION OF BOATING AND WATERWAYS IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000 AND $143,881 RESPECTIVELY, TO THE BASIN 2 VESSEL SEWAGE PUMP OUT STATION UPGRADES CAPITAL PROJECT
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ACCOUNT
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 10. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2209- 068, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA PROHIBITING THE USE OF
SKATEBOARDS AND ROLLERSKATING AT THE REDONDO BEACH TRANSIT CENTER
FACILITY AND PARKING AREAS
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
H. 11. REMOVED FROM CONSIDERATION
ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2209-069, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A FISCAL YEAR 2022- 2023 BUDGET MODIFICATION TO APPROPRIATE $ 195,000 FROM THE
TIDELANDS FUND UNALLOCATED BALANCE TO THE CITY PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR SEASIDE LAGOON OPERATING BUDGET ACCOUNT, AND APPROPRIATE AN ADDITIONAL $ 195,000 FROM THE TIDELANDS FUND UNALLOCATED
BALANCE TO THE PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEERING DIVISION CONTRACTS AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ACCOUNT; AND APPROVE A STORMWATER SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 2 OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY
AND THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH TO COMPLETE A SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL
PROJECT TO EVALUATE A NEW OR EXPANDED SANITARY SEWER DIVERSION PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 100,000 FOR THE TERM SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 TO SEPTEMBER 19, 2027
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 12. APPROVE AN HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH DAVID J. AND CAROLEANNE HARDY, OWNERS, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 415 S. GUADALUPE
AVENUE FOR THE TERM OF TEN YEARS WITH AN AUTOMATIC RENEWAL EVERY YEAR
THEREAFTER
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H. 13. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTING SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AND WALKER PARKING CONSULTANTS/ENGINEERS, INC.
TO INCREASE THE CONTRACT NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT BY $ 485,000 TO PREPARE
PROJECT PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PIER PARKING STRUCTURE CRITICAL REPAIRS PROJECT AND EXTEND THE CONTRACT TERM TO SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 14. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3242-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES
IN THE COASTAL ZONE, CONSISTENT WITH STATE LAW AND INCORPORATING CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION MODIFICATIONS ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION CC -2209-070,
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
FORWARDING TO THE COASTAL COMMISSION THE AMENDMENTS TO THE COASTAL LAND USE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION ORDINANCE (TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE)
PERTAINING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES IN THE COASTAL
ZONE, CONSISTENT WITH STATE LAW AND INCORPORATING CALIFORNIA COASTAL
COMMISSION MODIFICATIONS
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CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H. 15. APPROVE AN HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH GREGORY AND KATHERINE MCCLAIN, OWNERS, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 228 AVENUE E FOR THE
TERM OF TEN YEARS WITH AN AUTOMATIC RENEWAL EVERY YEAR THEREAFTER CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H. 16. APPROVE AN ADDENDUM TO THE MARCH 18, 2021 AGREEMENT WITH ZENCITY TECHNOLOGIES US, INC., FOR THE USE OF PUBLIC OPINION DATA COLLECTION AND ENGAGEMENT SOFTWARE, FOR THE TERM OCTOBER 5, 2022 THROUGH OCTOBER 5, 2025, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 40,950 PER YEAR AND A TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $ 122, 850
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 17. ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY, RESOLUTION NO. CC -2209-071, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING A FISCAL YEAR 2022 - 2023 BUDGET MODIFICATION TO APPROPRIATE 150,000 IN STATE OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT FUNDS TO THE CITY' S
INTERGOVERNMENTAL GRANTS FUND APPROVE A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE
CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM S.T.E. P.) FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 150,000 CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 18. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE TO PERFORM LABOR
NEGOTIATIONS AND MEET AND CONFER LEGAL CONSULTING SERVICES CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES H. 19. APPROVE AMENDMENT NUMBER THREE WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR
FUNDING AND OPERATION OF THE REDONDO BEACH EMERGENCY HOMELESS SHELTER PALLET SHELTER) FOR THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 372,501 FOR THE TERM SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2023.
APPROVE A FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT $250,000 FROM MEASURE H FUNDS FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PALLET SHELTER.
ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2209-072, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 BUDGET MODIFICATION TO APPROPRIATE $ 250,000 IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY MEASURE H FUNDS TO THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL GRANT FUND.
CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
There were no public comments on the Consent Calendar.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve the Consent Calendar, as amended, except Item No. H. 11. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger read titles to Resolutions No. CC2209-066, CC2209-067, CC2209- 068, CC2209-070, CC2209-071 and CC2209- 072 and Ordinance No. 3242-22.
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EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS - None
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS - None
J. 1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public Nikki Negrete-Mitchell, District 3, spoke about the Metro Planning and Programming Committee meeting; provided a summary of useful points; discussed addressing all shareholder comments; addressed safety and economic vitality and thanked Council for its continued support.
Joan Irvine, District 1, voiced support for cannabis legalization; spoke about Beach Life advertising illegal cannabis delivery and cannabis businesses while children were in the area; questioned why Catalyst promoted Measure E and not the City and urged City Council to implement the recently passed legal, local control cannabis ordinance and vote, "No" on Measure E.
Lezlie Campeggi agreed with Ms. Irvine' s comments and those of Councilmember Horvath regarding BeachLife and Measure E proponents tabling at the event and promoting cannabis delivery while children were in the area; encouraged the City and City Attorney to determine whether any laws were broken by advertising falsely, where children are present and referenced Mr. Stanford' s Facebook response to Ms.
Irvine's comments.
Jonatan Cvetko agreed with the previous speakers; questioned what the City will do to communicate to the public regarding Measure E and urged the public to vote, "No" on Measure E.
Candace Nafissi, District 3, via Zoom, expressed disappointment at seeing "Yes on Measure E" people at the recent BeachLife event; suggested the City look into the matter as it negotiates a contract with Beach Life; reported the Beryl community is rallying around a little boy named Kingston Navarro, a Beryl Elementary School student, raising money to help with his cancer treatments through GoFundMe campaigns and asked the public to help him and his family.
Jeffrey Hazeltine referenced City Council' s consideration of the bike path; urged Council to consider safety first; spoke about the need for education and enforcement and discussed regulations relative to eBikes.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger read eComments from Lara Duke, Eugene Solomon and Brianna Egan.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS - None
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS
M. 1. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF MAYOR APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported Mayor Brand has made his choices for Commission seats as follows:
Budget and Finance Commission — Vijay Jeste and Chadwick Castle Harbor Commission — Roger Carlson
Historical Commission — Jacqueline Warstadt
Housing Authority — Rafael Lainez
Planning Commission — Gale Hazeltine
Public Art Commission — Kristina Christian -Kelly (At -Large Member) and Juan Melendez Public Safety Commission — Alan Klainbaum
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Public Works Commission — John Simpson
Recreation & Parks Commission — Roger Light
He added that Candace Nafissi has finished her term on the Library Commission; addressed a position on the Harbor Commission, the Harbor Police Pier Lease Association (HPPLA); noted the group no longer exists but is still mentioned in the Municipal Code as expected to appoint a member of the Harbor Commission and asked about that status of the matter.
City Manager Witzansky reported City Council may discuss the constitution of the Harbor Commission during a future meeting if it so desires and in conjunction with discussions regarding the Environmental Advisory Commission and the possibility of merging commissions.
Councilmember Obagi thanked the Mayor for appointing many District 4 residents to Commissions.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened public comments.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve the Mayor's appointments to the various commissions and boards, as presented. Motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: None
ABSENT: Emdee
ABSTAIN: Horvath
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. 1. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A STOREFRONT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE
INTERNATIONAL BOARDWALK COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Waterfront and Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the proposed storefront improvement program for the International Boardwalk commercial corridor.
Discussion followed regarding costs, the 50% matching program, similarities with the Artesia Boulevard improvement program, the possibility of integrating with the King Harbor Association, the need for a longerterm plan for reinvesting in the area, stimulating additional business spending, the importance of addressing sea level rise, the possibility of having the King Harbor Association help with signage and wayfinding, having staff talk to pier businesses about participating, hiring a Harbor Maintenance Manager, developing a paint scheme and signage for the boardwalk in conjunction with the Harbor Commission and plans for new furniture for the outdoor dining decks.
It was noted the Harbor Amenities Plan will be presented to Council at its meeting on October 18, 2022.
Discussion followed regarding the Harbor Amenities Plan relative to the International Boardwalk, suggestions for common areas within the plan, money deployed for the Artesia Corridor improvement program, issues with Wi- Fi and internet speed at the International Boardwalk, improving cellular infrastructure and refurbishing the sails and railing.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened public comments on this item.
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Joan Irvine, District 1, spoke about proposed pavers and urged the City to review the types of pavers so that they can be machine cleaned.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger read an eComment from Lara Duke.
Lezlie Campeggi noted bicycles are not allowed on the International Boardwalk in front of stores or on the lower level; spoke about locations where they are allowed; suggested that placing clear signs at entry points, that bicycles are not allowed and that dogs are not allowed.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve the Storefront Improvement Program for the International Boardwalk commercial corridor. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A DRAFT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
REDONDO BEACH ESTABLISHING A TAX ON CANNABIS AND HEMP BUSINESS ACTIVITIES
WITHIN THE CITY
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Forbes introduced the item and David McPherson, HDL, via Zoom and deferred to him for a presentation.
Mr. McPherson narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the report.
Discussion followed regarding flexible tax rates, inclusion of hemp and CBD in the ordinance, next steps and the effective date of the ordinance.
It was noted that the tax will be on gross business receipts and not consumers and cannot be passed on to consumers.
Discussion followed regarding what happens if the tax does not pass, estimated General Fund revenue per license and consideration of the license selection process by City Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened public comments.
Jonatan Cvetko felt this is a good opportunity to point out that Measure E does not have a tax and makes no sense; thanked City Council for addressing issues such as double taxation; spoke about promoting fairness; asked that there is a standard tax across the board for hemp products; noted other cities have opted to have a tax of up to 10% and build in the flexibility to adjust the tax moving forward.
Joan Irvine, District 1, reported she works for a CBD company; agreed with Mr. Svetko's comments regarding having a standard tax for CBD projects; reported that hemp is currently being tested; spoke about the differences between hemp and cannabis plants; commented on cannabis businesses being taxed at 70% and reported that until it is approved, federally, cannabis stores cannot use the regular merchant processing.
Eugene Solomon reported taxes have contributed to an increase in unlicensed practices with unethical operators and spoke about different enforcement techniques.
There were no other public comments.
Discussion followed regarding hemp versus cannabis, not taxing hemp, enforcement, the possibility of making the tax floor lower and ceiling higher to give Council the flexibility to make adjustments and the need for money
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for education, including the floor and ceiling adjustment in the motion, e.g., 1- 9%, for retail/ delivery, including standardization of taxes for CBD and hemp, costs of oversight and enforcement, excluding industrial hemp from the tax, expanding the tax to other businesses, ingestible products versus apparel and other non - ingestible products, cultivation nurseries,
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to direct staff to return with a draft ordinance of the City of Redondo Beach establishing a tax on cannabis and hemp business activities within the City and making the tax rate for retail delivery services 1- 9%, including the flexibility to adjust the tax floor and ceiling as well as standardization in terms of CBD and hemp. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N. 3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING MODIFICATIONS TO THE CITY'S LEAF
BLOWER ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE EXCEPTIONS FOR ELECTRIC OR BATTERY POWERED
LEAF BLOWERS
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Forbes presented details of the Administrative Report.
Discussion followed regarding electric versus battery powered leaf blowers, complaints and calls for service related to leaf blowers, leaving the ordinance as is to avoid confusions and the dangers of particulate matter.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened public comments.
Elaine Sieker spoke in support of the leaf blower ban and opposed making an exception for electric and battery powered leaf blowers. She presented a copy of her written comments to the City Clerk.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file Ms. Seeker's written comments. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Douglas Sieker spoke in support of the original ordinance; opposed making an exception for electric and battery powered leaf blowers and submitted his written comments for the record.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file Mr. Sieker's written comments. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger read an eComment from David Waldner.
There were no other public comments.
Councilmember Obagi commented on increased Code Enforcement efforts and suggested allowing electric or battery powered leaf blowers for Public Works only.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim noted the ordinance does not apply to the school district; discussed costs to the City in terms of enforcement; reported he will work with Councilmember Obagi on this matter and direct staff to bring it back for consideration at a future date.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file the report.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
NA. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE CITY'S SIX-MONTH OBJECTIVES AS DISCUSSED AT THE AUGUST 30 AND SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSIONS
APPROVE THE STRATEGIC PLAN AND RELATED SIX-MONTH OBJECTIVES CONTACT: MIKE WITZANSKY, CITY MANAGER
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City Manager Witzansky referenced recent strategic planning meetings and spoke about the list of objectives.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve the City's six-month objectives as discussed at the August 30th and September 1 st strategic planning sessions.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim suggested adding an update of the event permitting process.
City Manager Witzansky reported staff is addressing the issue internally and agreed to provide a report to Council regarding the process including workflow improvement options.
Councilmember Obagi spoke about incentives under vitalizing core commercial areas and relative to lot mergers on Artesia Boulevard.
There were no public comments on this item.
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, as amended, to approve the City's six-month objectives as discussed at the August 30th and September 1st strategic planning sessions and including a review of the City's event permitting process and incentives for lot mergers on Artesia Boulevard. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N. 5. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON CONSIDERATION OF SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR
THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL, CITY CLERK AND CITY TREASURER POSITIONS IN ADVANCE OF THE MARCH 2023 REGULAR ELECTION PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING THE INTRODUCTION OF SALARY ADJUSTMENT ORDINANCE(S) AT THE OCTOBER 4, 2022 CITY
COUNCIL MEETING
CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden presented details of the Administrative Report.
Discussion followed regarding approval of the City Clerk's 3% raise, raising the City Council salaries at the maximum allowed, the possibility of covering expenses for Council members, paying an adequate wage, attracting qualified people to run for City Council and the need to consider Council' s fringe benefits.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened public comments.
Lezlie Campeggi stated that if Council wants to attract people to volunteer for a Council position, the City will need to provide incentives.
Eugene Solomon reported the City Treasurer submitted a letter asking that his salary remain the same; spoke about comparisons with other cities; discussed the large number of hours Councilmembers spend in performing their jobs and provided context as to how the Budget and Finance Commission arrived at the suggested increases.
Discussion followed regarding the possibility of phasing the increases; making increases for Districts 3 and 5, effective April 1, 2023 and Districts 1, 2, 4 and the Mayor, April 1, 2025, at $ 1669, as well as 3% initial adjustment for the City Clerk and 2% thereafter.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve salary adjustments for Districts 3 and 5 at $ 1669 effective April 1, 2023; for Districts 1, 2, 4 and the Mayor at $ 1669 effective April 1, 2025; the City Clerk at an initial increase of 3% and 2% thereafter and no adjustment for the City Treasurer. Motion carried 3- 1, with the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: Horvath
ABSENT: Emdee
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky announced the new Library Director, Dana Vinke, will begin next Monday as well as Gary Margolis, new Cultural Arts Manager. Additionally, he thanked staff for their work at the recent BeachLife event.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS - None
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Councilmember Loewenstein requested a status update on paving and slurry sealing in the City.
Public Works Director Ted Semaan provided an update on slurry seal projects throughout the City.
Councilmember Horvath requested a discussion regarding expectations for vendors during special events.
Councilmember Obagi suggested the item be discussed during Closed Session and asked for a Closed Session discussion relative to a potential federal case against HCD challenging RHNA process on the basis of lack of due process, equal protection and a taking.
Members of Council concurred to the requests listed above.
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
R. 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:
City of Redondo Beach v. Independent Cities Risk Management Authority, et al.
Case Number: BC 674909
R.2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
Daryn Glenn v. City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 22STCV29401
R.3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
City of Redondo Beach, et al. v. California State Water Resources Control Board Case Number: 20STCP03193
R.4. 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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Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
230 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Joe' s Crab Shack - portion of APN# 7503- 029-903
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Kelly Investment Group
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Lease Status
R.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 PROPERTY:
International Boardwalk
136 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7505-002- 908)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Joe Smith of Barley Vibes LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R. 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:
International Boardwalk
134 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Jean Pierre de Melo - Principal of BDR Security Products Inc.
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - None
T. ADJOURNMENT: 10: 06 P. M.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to adjourn the meeting at 10: 06 p.m., to An Adjourned Regular meeting to
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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, October 4, 2022, in the Redondo Beach City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
All written comments submitted via eComment are included in the record and available for public review on the City website.
Respectfully submitted,
J.
Eleanor Manzano, City CI.
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