Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, October 11, 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 4:31 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Emdee, Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Cheryl Park, Assistant City Attorney Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION - None
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS - None E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NONAGENDA ITEMS — None F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4:32 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to recess to Closed Session at 4:32 p. m. to consider the items listed under Closed Session attended by City Manager Witzansky, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park; Director of Human Resources Diane Strickfaden; Police Chief Joe Hoffman, Waterfront Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich; Outside Counsel Andrew Lower, Outside Labor Negotiator Laura Kalty; and, Outside Real Estate Consultant Brian Campbell. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
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:
Kuciemba, Richard v. City of Redondo Beach
WCAB No: ADJ10524721; ADJ10524720; ADJ10524722; ADJ10524723 F.2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERSONNEL MATTER/EVALUATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54957(b).
Title: City Manager
F.3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 4).
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One Potential case
F.4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL AND LABOR NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Sec. 54957.6.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Diane Strickfaden, Director of Human Resources
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS:
Redondo Beach Police Officers Association
CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES 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:
Pier Plaza
123 W. Torrance Blvd #201, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Dan Benhamo - Principle of Unagi, Inc. DBA: Unagi Scooters 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
102 and 104 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 a portion of APN: 7505-002-932)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Matthew Jaime - EI Baja Chef, LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — 6: 03 p.m.
H. ROLL CALL
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Councilmembers Present: Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Emdee, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Cheryl Park, Assistant City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
City Manager Witzansky reported there were no reportable actions on Closed Session items.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim adjourned the Closed Session at 6:03 p. m. 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, Emdee (arrived 6:05 p. m.) Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Cheryl Park, Assistant City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Loewenstein announced the next District 2 community meeting will be held October 17, 2022, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., on Zoom.
Councilmember Emdee arrived at the meeting and took her place on the dais.
Councilmember Horvath announced the District 3 community meeting will be held October 22, 2022, 9:30 a. m. to 11: 00 a.m.
Councilmember Obagi spoke about Domestic Violence Awareness Month; reported there will be a candlelight vigil on October 22, 2022; noted there are many resources in the City for domestic violence victims and urged the public to attend the candlelight vigil. In addition, he announced an upcoming North Redondo Bike Safety Talk Shop with Cops on October 18, 2022 and reported the passing of Felix Chavez, a resident in District 4.
Councilmember Emdee added the eBike Talk Shop will be at 6:00 p.m. at Anderson Park; announced a
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Halloween Movie Night hosted by the Police Department at the Ruhs Auditorium grass area October 21, 2022 at 6:00 p. m. and urged the public to attend the candlelight vigil in front of the Police Department on October 22, 2022.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke about his recent community meeting; noted an online community meeting will be next Thursday, October 20, 2022 from 6:30 p. m. to 8:30 p. m. and addressed a current eBike Talk Shop at Alta Vista Park, Julia Field. He addressed the special election; reported ballots are due October 19, 2022 by 8:00 p.m.; discussed an FAQ on the City's website regarding the cannabis ordinance and spoke about meeting with State representatives regarding programs the City is pursuing.
E. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
There were no public comments for this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve the Order of Agenda, as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
F. AGENCY RECESS — None
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to receive and file Blue Folder Item for Agenda Item No. N. 3. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve the Consent Calendar, as presented, except for Items No. HA., H. 6., and H. 8, which were pulled for separate discussion.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. I. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 11, 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. JUNE 14, 2022 ADJOURNED REGULAR & REGULAR MEETING
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
HA. This Item was pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim for separate discussion.
H. 5. EXCUSE ABSENCE FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 6. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Horvath for separate discussion.
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H.7. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2210-079, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE
OF THE HOLDING OF AN ALL -MAILED BALLOT GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
CONSOLIDATED WITH THE ELECTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2023,
FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS OF THE CITY AND MEMBERS OF THE BOARD
OF EDUCATION OF SAID SCHOOL DISTRICT, AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH;
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2210-080, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO
THE CITY RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF AN ALL -MAILED BALLOT GENERAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION CONSOLIDATED WITH THE ELECTION OF MEMBERS TO THE BOARD OF
EDUCATION OF THE REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2023; AND
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2210-081, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS
PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES' STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT A GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION CONSOLIDATED WITH THE ELECTION OF MEMBERS TO THE BOARD
OF EDUCATION OF THE REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE ELECTION ON MARCH 7, 2023
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 8. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Horvath for separate discussion.
H. 9. ADOPT BY 415THS 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 AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 100,000 FOR THE TERM OCTOBER 11, 2022 TO OCTOBER 10, 2027 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Councilmember Horvath pulled Items No. H. 6. and H. 8. from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim pulled Item No. HA. for separate discussion.
There were no public comments on this item.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolutions No. CC -2210-079, CC -2210-080, CC -2210-081 and CC -2209- 069.
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I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
HA. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE RIVIERA VILLAGE
ASSOCIATION ( RVA) TO DESIGN AND PAINT BICYCLE CORRALS WITHIN THE RIVIERA VILLAGE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 10,000 FOR THE TERM OCTOBER 11, 2022 THROUGH OCTOBER 10, 2023
CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported City Council allocated, during budget discussions, $ 10,000 to paint the ground around the bicycle corrals so that the Riviera Village Association can move quickly to complete the project and added they can begin the project and send a request for reimbursement to the City for $10,000.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comment.
Jeff Ginsburg, Riviera Village Association, commented on the utility box wraps and felt the City will be impressed by the improvements being implemented in the area.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to APPROVE A MEMORANDUM
OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE RIVIERA VILLAGE ASSOCIATION ( RVA) TO DESIGN AND PAINT BICYCLE CORRALS WITHIN THE RIVIERA VILLAGE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 10,000 FOR THE TERM OCTOBER 11, 2022 THROUGH OCTOBER 10, 2023. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. 6. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3243-22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2, SECTIONS 2-2.303, 2-2.304, 2-2.306 AND 2-2.309 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION LIMITS FOR ELECTIONS, FOR SECOND READING
AND ADOPTION
Councilmember Horvath stated he pulled this item for a separate vote.
There were no public comments on this item.
Councilmember Emdee stated she would like to implement the ordinance for all elections.
Councilmember Obagi noted he would disagree; added that in a recall election, PACS have an unlimited ability to fundraise and spend; stated it would place an incumbent at a huge disadvantage and believed this should be approved, as presented.
Councilmember Emdee reported that is true for all elections.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3243-22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 2, SECTIONS 2- 2.303, 2-2.304, 2-2.306 AND 2-
2.309 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTION LIMITS FOR ELECTIONS, FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered. Motion carried 3-2, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
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NOES: Emdee, Horvath
ABSENT: Mayor Brand
ABSTAIN: None
City Clerk Manzano read title to Ordinance No. 3243-22.
H. 8. AMEND THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COMPENSATION FOR THE
POSITIONS OF MAYOR, CITY COUNCILMEMBER AND CITY CLERK ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3244-22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2-3.905 OF ARTICLE 9, CHAPTER 3, TITLE 2 OF
THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING THE SALARY AND BENEFITS OF
THE MAYOR, FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3245-22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2- 3.906 OF ARTICLE 9, CHAPTER 3, TITLE 2 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING THE
SALARY AND BENEFITS OF THE CITY COUNCIL, FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3246- 22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH,. CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2- 3.902 OF ARTICLE 9, CHAPTER 3, TITLE 2 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING THE
SALARY AND BENEFITS OF THE CITY CLERK, FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Councilmember Horvath reported he pulled this item for a separate vote.
Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read an eComment submitted by Sondra Segal.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to AMEND THE REDONDO
BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COMPENSATION FOR THE POSITIONS OF MAYOR, CITY COUNCILMEMBER AND CITY CLERK ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3244-22, AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2- 3.905 OF ARTICLE 9, CHAPTER 3, TITLE 2 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE,
ESTABLISHING THE SALARY AND BENEFITS OF THE MAYOR, FOR SECOND READING AND
ADOPTION
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3245-22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2-3.906 OF ARTICLE 9, CHAPTER 3, TITLE 2 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING THE SALARY AND BENEFITS
OF THE CITY COUNCIL, FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3246-22, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2- 3.902 OF ARTICLE 9, CHAPTER 3, TITLE 2 OF THE REDONDO
BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING THE SALARY AND BENEFITS OF THE CITY CLERK, FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION.
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to place this topic on the March 2023 ballot and let the voters decide.
Discussion followed regarding the item benefiting future Councilmembers, not present Councilmembers and making the salary attractive enough to give everyone wanting to run, an opportunity to do so.
Councilmember Horvath stated that anyone who wants to run will do it; noted the salary is not the driving force behind it and reiterated his recommendation to allow the public to decide on the matter.
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Councilmember Emdee reported it is not the total amount, but rather the maximum of 5% per year; added the City has not been giving 5% per year to employees and stated the Budget and Finance Commission recommended $ 1300 per month.
Councilmember Obagi believed voting against the item would be keeping Council positions for the privileged by keeping the pay low and felt by approving the raise, Council positions would be made more accessible for the underprivileged.
Councilmember Horvath reiterated his suggestion to let the voters make the determination.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim pointed out the ordinance will be applicable for six years.
The Substitute Motion failed 2- 3, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Emdee, Horvath
NOES: Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
ABSENT: None
The Original Motion carried 3-2, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: Emdee, Horvath
ABSENT: None
City Clerk read title to Ordinances No. 3244-22, 3245-22 and 3246-22.
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file Mr. Craig's document submittal. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Wayne Craig urged Council to bring Council Rules of Conduct back for discussion; said Councilmember Emdee slandered him claiming that he created a website (www.lauramd. com) to try to falsify information about her; noted that was the same website referenced while attacking Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim and stated that seating behind a dais does not give Councilmembers the right to slander and attack private citizens and members of the public. He demanded that she publicly apologize and asked Council to admonish Councilmember Emdee's behavior and take steps to prevent any recurrence in the future.
Rolf Strutzenberg, Redondo Beach Unified School District, School Board Member, announced a new superintendent, Dr. Nicole Wesley has been appointed to take over upon Dr. Keller's leaving, effective January 1, 2023.
Joan Irvine, via Zoom, thanked the City Clerk and Council for including information regarding the City's cannabis ordinance on the City website and requested that each Councilmember send an email to their constituents letting them know the availability of the information.
Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read an eComment submitted by Michael Sachs.
Elena Ruiz, via Zoom, granddaughter of Felix Chavez, thanked City Council for adjourning in his memory.
Maggie Healy, via Zoom, referenced Councilmember Obagi' s comments regarding privilege; spoke about his claims that he is "for the people'; reported he under investigation by the State Bar Association and opined he does not care about his constituents.
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Lezlie Campeggi, via Zoom, spoke in support of Councilmember Obagi; requested that Council provide a referral to staff to consider written public comments being read during Council meetings; believed there is no need for written comments to be read since public participation has been expanded to afford the opportunity for citizens to participate from home without having to publicly attend the meeting and urged residents to vote, No" on the recall and on Measure E.
There were no other public comments.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS - None
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS — None
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - None
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING CITY SUNSHINE POLICIES CONTACT: LUKE SMUDE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
Assistant to the City Manager Luke Smude narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the Administrative Report addressing current sunshine policies, increases in the number of public records requests per year and similar ordinances from other cities.
Discussion followed regarding the two-day turn -around time, the need to be sensitive to the impact public records requests have on the City, updating the policy and removing the two-day rule, developing a method for communicating items to be considered by City Council in future meetings, updating the revolving door policy, providing a better description of Closed Session items, reportable actions, adding searching capabilities and forms to the City website and digital public records requests.
Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read eComments submitted by Michael Sachs and Mark Hansen.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to continue this discussion with direction to staff to return with proposed Closed Session action items that can be disclosed consistently, with Government Code Section 54957. 1 without prejudicing the City's interests or any other interests that are protected by Closed Session laws, to research the City of Beverly Hills regarding their revolving door policy for lobbying and including Commissioners and all elected officials, to update the 2001 policy regarding twoday public records requests and any other updates to the 2001 policy and return to Council with recommendations regarding informing the public of upcoming City Council items. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING APPROVAL OF THE RELEASE OF A
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR FACILITY MANAGEMENT OF THE VETERANS PARK
COMMUNITY CENTER/HISTORIC LIBRARY
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Community Services Director Cameron Harding introduced the item; discussed community engagement and deferred to staff for a report.
Senior Management Analyst Kelly Orta narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the proposed RFP for facility management of the Veterans Park Community Center/Historic Library.
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Discussion followed regarding getting the RFP into as many hands as possible, allowing the arts community to respond with creative proposals, getting City Council's input regarding the evaluation and selection process, inviting California Art 101 to present to Council, looking beyond a P& L statement when evaluating vendors, the possibility of broadening the timeframe beyond thirty days and the possibility of offering a shorter term than seven years.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the release of a Request for Proposals for facility management of the Veterans Park Community Center/Historic Library. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N. 3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE 2023 FOURTH OF JULY EVENTS
INCLUDING APPROVAL OF A CITY -SPONSORED BARGE -BASED FIREWORKS DISPLAY IN
KING HARBOR, A PRIVATELY SPONSORED FOURTH OF JULY EVENT AND FIREWORKS DISPLAY IN THE RIVIERA VILLAGE, AND A PRIVATELY SPONSORED FOURTH OF JULY 5K RUN
ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2210-078, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET MODIFICATION APPROPRIATING $ 75,000 FROM THE HARBOR TIDELANDS FUND TO SUPPORT THE 2023 FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Community Services Director Harding narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the Administrative Report.
Discussion followed regarding closure of Avenue I, maintaining pedestrian access, planning in advance in order to find sponsorships, bringing back the 5K run and the possibility of having food trucks service Seaside Lagoon.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Jeff Ginsburg discussed past events, parking concerns, and responded to questions from Council, and spoke about Keep the Esplanade Beautiful.
Mike Ward, Village Runner, thanked City staff for working with him on the public/private partnerships and hoped it will set a precedence for other events in the City.
Joan Irvine, District 1, via Zoom, expressed excitement about the Keeping the Esplanade Beautiful, 4t' of July Fireworks and thanked Mr. Ginsburg for his work.
Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger read an eComment submitted by Brianna Egan.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve A CITY -
SPONSORED BARGE -BASED FIREWORKS DISPLAY IN KING HARBOR, A PRIVATELY SPONSORED
FOURTH OF JULY EVENT AND FIREWORKS DISPLAY IN THE RIVIERA VILLAGE, AND A PRIVATELY SPONSORED FOURTH OF JULY 5K RUN and ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2210-078, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET MODIFICATION
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APPROPRIATING $75,000 FROM THE HARBOR TIDELANDS FUND TO SUPPORT THE 2023 FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC -2210-078.
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky reported the City is partnering with the Beach Cities Health District and the School District on the Walk and Roll Day, tomorrow; talked about the State providing its annual audit of fiscal health of cities and those at risk and stated the City received a moderate ranking, focusing completely on pension obligations and reported there will be an article in the Daily Breeze, tomorrow, about the matter.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to direct staff to place a discussion of the pay adjustment paid to the City Manager on the Closed Session agenda in December. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Brief discussion followed regarding crossing guards.
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:
Kuciemba, Richard v. City of Redondo Beach
WCAB No: ADJ 10524721; ADJ 10524720; ADJ 10524722; ADJ 10524723 R.2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERSONNEL MATTER/EVALUATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54957(b).
Title: City Manager
R.3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4).
One Potential case
R.4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL AND LABOR NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Sec. 54957.6.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Diane Strickfaden, Director of Human Resources
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS:
Redondo Beach Police Officers Association
CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
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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:
Pier Plaza
123 W. Torrance Blvd #201, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7505-002-908)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Dan Benhamo - Principle of Unagi, Inc. DBA: Unagi Scooters 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
102 and 104 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 a portion of APN: 7505-002-932)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Matthew Jaime - EI Baja Chef, LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
T. ADJOURNMENT: 8: 07 p.m.
T.I. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF FELIX CHAVEZ, DISTRICT 4 RESIDENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to adjourn the meeting at 8:07 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, October 18, 2022, in the Redondo Beach City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California, and in memory of Felix Chavez. 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.
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Respectfully submitted,
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Eleanor Manzano, C Jerk
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