Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, December 6, 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 4:30 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: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
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 — 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 conduct Closed Sessions attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Waterfront & Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich, Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden, Outside Legal Counsel Jon Weiner and Laura Kalty. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
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
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
209 North Harbor Drive
Portion of APN: 7503-029-900
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Chris Bredesen
Redondo Beach Marina Group, LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
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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
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
239 North Harbor Drive
Portion of APN: 7503-029-900)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Jeff Jones
Quality Seafood Inc.
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:
245 North Harbor Drive
Portion of APN: 7503-029-900)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Allen Sanford
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL AND LABOR NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Sec. 54957.6.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
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Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Diane Strickfaden, Director of Human Resources
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS:
Redondo Beach Police Officers Association; Redondo Beach Police Management Unit CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — 6: 00 p.m.
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Emdee, Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
City Attorney Webb reported that for Item No. F.4., City Council authorized an appeal by a 3- 2 vote, with Councilmembers Loewenstein, Horvath and Obagi, voting " Yes" in the majority and Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim and Councilmember Emdee voting, " No".
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim adjourned the Closed Session at 6:02 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 6:02 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 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: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
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
D. I. MAYOR'S PRESENTATION OF THE KEY TO THE CITY TO RBUSD SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS DR. STEVEN KELLER FOR HIS YEARS OF SERVICE
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On behalf of the Mayor and City, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim presented the key to the City to RBUSD Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Steven Keller for his years of service.
Dr. Keller acknowledged fellow school board members; introduced Dr. Nicole Wesley, his replacement and thanked the City for its support.
Councilmember Loewenstein wished everyone a happy holiday season; reported there will be no District 2 community meeting this month and reminded the public about the upcoming King Harbor Boat Parade.
Councilmember Horvath reported there will be no District 3 community meeting this month and wished Happy Holidays to all.
Councilmember Obagi reported he is considering an event at the South Bay Galleria on December 16, 2022; stated he will announce it as plans proceed; wished everyone Happy Holidays' spoke about expiring rebates for solar installation and encouraged residents to look into it.
Councilmember Emdee read a thank you note received from Eagle Scout Riley; thanked POA and volunteers who helped with the Santa sleigh; announced the Annual Christmas Caroling on Dow Avenue; discussed the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony and the Menorah Lighting on December 20, 2022.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim announced the Santa's Sleigh Ride events; reported the District 1 community meeting will be held on December 10, 2022; discussed the Spark of Love Toy Drive hosted by the RBFD and spoke about his upcoming trip to Sacramento to defend himself from a personal lawsuit because he took a political position in the City. He commented on the related costs and thanked the City and residents for their support.
E. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to remove Item No. P. 1. from the agenda as Council was unable to address the matter during Closed Session and schedule it for the December 13, 2022 agenda. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
F. AGENCY RECESS — 6: 18 p.m.
F. I. REGULAR MEETING OF THE REDONDO BEACH HOUSING AUTHORITY CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
F.2. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY FINANCING AUTHORITY CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
F.3. PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY - REGULAR MEETING — CANCELLED
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Emdee, Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
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G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
G. 1. For Blue Folder Documents Approved at the City Council Meeting City Clerk Eleanor Manzano announced Blue Folder Items were received for Items No. J. 1., N. 1. and P. 1 Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to receive and file Blue Folder Item Nos. J. 1, N. 1, and P. 1, noting Item No. P. 1. to be continued to the City Council meeting of December 13, 2022 agenda. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to approve the Consent Calendar, as presented, except for Item No. H. 7., which was pulled for separate consideration. 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 DECEMEBER 6, 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 28653-28683 IN THE AMOUNT OF $32,058.70, PD. 11/ 25/22 DIRECT DEPOSIT 256413-256965 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,011, 047.25, PD. 11/ 25/22 EFT/ACH $7,890.57, PD. 10/28/22 (PP2222)
EFT/ACH $397,225.82, PD. 11/ 15/22 (PP2222)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 106244-106479 IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,593,192.54
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $399,819.25
DIRECT DEPOSIT 100006645-100006741 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 82,276.84, PD. 12/ 1/ 22
REPLACEMENT DEMAND 106243
CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
HA. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH DIANE CLEARY FOR MINUTES SECRETARY SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $43 PER
HOUR AND TO EXTEND THE TERM THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2023
CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 5. EXCUSE ABSENCES OF COMMISSIONERS FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION MEETINGS.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 6. APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PORTOFINO WAY SEWER PUMP
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STATION PROJECT & YACHT CLUB WAY SEWER PUMP STATION PROJECT, JOB NO. 50210 50260 RESPECTIVELY, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE THE PROJECT
FOR COMPETITIVE BIDDING
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H.7. This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar by Councilmember Loewenstein, for separate discussion.
H.8. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2212-108, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING A CONTRACT TO ALL AMERICAN ASPHALT, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 635,601 FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITYWIDE SLURRY SEAL PROJECT, PHASE 3, JOB NO. 41140 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H.9. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF FOURTY-EIGHT ( 48) CRADLEPOINT IBR900 RUGGEDIZED CELLULAR ROUTERS WITH CRADLEPOINT 3 -YEAR SUPPORT, MAINTENANCE AND
NETCLOUD MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE
CONNECTIVITY TO THE CITY NETWORK FROM STEP CG, LLC THROUGH THE GENERAL
SERVICES ADMINISTRATION ( GSA) MULTIPLE AWARD SCHEDULE CONTRACT 47QTCA19DOOMM FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $54,968.82
CONTACT: CHRISTOPHER BENSON, INFORMATION TECH DIRECTOR
H. 10. APPROVE A FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH INTERWEST CONSULTING GROUP, INC. FOR BUILDING PLAN CHECK CONSULTING SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL 55,000 AND A NEW TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $ 220,000 FOR THE EXISTING TERM THROUGH FEBRUARY 8, 2024
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
HA 1. APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH AMERICAN GUARD
SERVICES, INC, FOR TRANSIT CENTER SECURITY SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $ 79,456.68 PAID FOR BY TRANSPORTATION RESTRICTED FUNDS APPROVE
THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH CAM PROPERTY SERVICES, INC, FOR
TRANSIT CENTER PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $35,455.85 PAID FOR BY TRANSPORTATION RESTRICTED FUNDS CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
H. 12. APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH CHOICE MEDIATION FOR
AS NEEDED DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND HEARING OFFICER SERVICES IN THE CITY OF
REDONDO BEACH INCREASING THE MAXIMUM COMPENSATION OF THE CONTRACT BY 5,000 FOR A NEW NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $41, 000 FOR THE TERM ENDING JULY 31, 2023
CONTACT: LUKE SMUDE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
H. 13. APPROVE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MICHAEL J. ARNOLD AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR STATE LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $47,000 FOR THE TERM JANUARY 1, 2023 TO DECEMBER 31, 2023 WITH AN OPTION TO RENEW FOR TWO ADDITIONAL YEARS
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CONTACT: MIKE WITZANSKY, CITY MANAGER
H. 14. APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
DAVID TURCH A ASSOCIATES FOR FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 25,000 FOR THE TERM JANUARY 1, 2023 TO DECEMBER 31, 2023 WITH AN OPTION TO RENEW FOR TWO ADDITIONAL YEARS
CONTACT: MIKE WITZANSKY, CITY MANAGER
H. 15. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2211- 103, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, CONDEMNING FLYERS POSTED WITHIN REDONDO BEACH CONTAINING RACIALLY MOTIVATED HATE SPEECH; AND
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2211- 104, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, URGING THE LEGISLATURE TO
SUPPORT THE GENDER EQUALITY MOVEMENT BY THE BRAVE WOMEN AND MEN OF IRAN CONTACT: ELIZABETH HAUSE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER Councilmember Loewenstein pulled Item No. H. 7. from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
There were no public comments on the Consent Calendar.
City Clerk Manzano read titles to Resolutions No. CC -2212- 108, CC -2211- 103 and CC -2211- 104.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS - None
H. 7. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE DESIGN -BUILD CONTRACT WITH SPOHN RANCH, INC.
FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICES RELATED TO SKATE FACILITY INSTALLATIONS AT PAD 10 AND PERRY PARK INCREASING THE NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT TO $403,000 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
In response to Councilmember Loewenstein's request, Holly Schwartz, Spohn Ranch, Inc., discussed the work to be done at Perry Park and Pad 10 and addressed the proposed timelines.
Discussion followed regarding using a buggy system to install cement, truck travel along the boardwalk, the proposed timeline, existing features at Perry Park that need removal, concerns regarding closures during the Holidays and delays in the project.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve Item No. H. 7., as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
J. 1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public Eric Herold spoke about Moonstone housing; affirmed that it will adhere to all of the required building codes including ADA requirements; noted that there will be two-bedroom units to comply with ADA requirements and confirmed it will have van parking with staging areas.
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Eric Baer spoke about Moonstone housing; spoke in support of helping the homeless; commented on basic restrictions to ensure as much compatibility as possible; discussed no -smoking rules and the benefits of same; addressed enforcement and looked forward to the City Attorney establishing the Homekey shelter at Moonstone as smoke-free, especially outdoors.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file documents summited by Dr. Stratton. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Dr. Marc Stratton talked about Moonstone housing; spoke about the State issuing a Funding Availability for establishing minimum living area requirements for home key projects and requested that City Council work with project home key to address minimum square foot living area requirements.
Victor Ibarra, Public Affairs Manager, Southern California Gas, introduced himself; reported Southern California Gas was able to invest $20,000 in Redondo Beach working with a number of nonprofit organizations and looked forward to working with City staff.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file documents summited by Mr. Ibarra. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Teri Cannon spoke in support of the Beach Cities Health District Holiday Gift Bag Program and thanked the City for supporting the project.
Mary Drummer, District 1, L.A. County West Vector Control District, spoke about cases of the West Nile Virus; discussed service calls; listed her accomplishments working with the District; spoke about challenges and wasteful spending habits within the new administration and indicated she would be honored to continue her participation for the next two years.
Mark Hansen, Staff Commodore, King Harbor Yacht Club, announced the upcoming 30th Annual King Harbor Boat Parade, the Holiday Paddle and the Redondo Beach Pier Holiday Concert.
There were no other public comments.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
All Council Members present reported no ex parte communications for the public hearing item took place, except for Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, who reported speaking with staff and members of the Riviera BID and the public.
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS
L. 1. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE
RIVIERA VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD AND THE LEVYING OF AN ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO CC -2212-107, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE 2023
REPORT OF THE RIVIERA VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD AND LEVYING AN ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023
PROCEDURES:
A. OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING, TAKE TESTIMONY;
B. CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING; AND
C. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO CC -2212-107
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CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to open the public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Waterfront & Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich introduced the item and deferred to Riviera Village BID President Allen Sanford, for a report.
Allen Sanford, President, Riviera Village Association, narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the annual report; discussed proposed assessments, 2022 accomplishments, Fiscal Year 2023 projects and recommendations.
Discussions followed regarding the Association's great work, making the parklets permanent, usage of parklets, reviewing seating capacity, opportunities for expanding specific areas, increases in assessments to follow inflation, the possibility of expanding the BID and rates, the feasibility of the International Boardwalk establishing a BID, City staff exploring options to make parklets permanent and consider alternatives and discussing the matter with a CDP with the Coastal Commission.
There were no public comments for this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to close the public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to direct staff to work with RVA for a possible assessment increase and increasing the boundaries of the BID to the Torrance area and discuss the matter with Torrance staff towards the end of next year and to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2212- 107, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE 2023 REPORT OF THE RIVIERA VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD AND LEVYING AN ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC -2212- 107.
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - None
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. I. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION PERTAINING TO RESOLUTIONS ADDING ADDITIONAL BALLOT MEASURES TO THE MARCH 7, 2023 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION BALLOT TO
AMEND AND ADD CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE CITY CHARTER PURSUANT TO
RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE CHARTER REVIEW ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND CITY COUNCIL; SETTING PRIORITIES FOR FILING WRITTEN ARGUMENTS AND REBUTTALS; DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE IMPARTIAL ANALYSES; AND TO CONFIRM OR ASSIGN NEW LETTER DESIGNATIONS TO EACH BALLOT MEASURE; AND ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2212-109, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE SUBMISSION TO
THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF CERTAIN MEASURES RELATING TO AMENDING CHARTER SECTIONS 8.3, 18.4 AND REVISING THE CHARTER LANGUAGE TO GENDER NEUTRAL; ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH, 7, 2023, AS CALLED BY RESOLUTION NO. 2210-079; AND
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2212-110, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, SETTING PRIORITIES FOR THE
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FILING OF WRITTEN ARGUMENTS, REBUTTALS AND DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO
PREPARE IMPARTIAL ANALYSES REGARDING CERTAIN MEASURES BE SUBMITTED TO THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION BALLOT HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2023, AS CALLED BY RESOLUTION NO CC -2210-079
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
City Clerk Manzano presented details of the Administrative Report; reviewed the exhibits and sections affected by the proposed changes and discussed the proposed questions.
Councilmember Emdee expressed concerns with limitations relative to ranked choice voting ( RCV); suggested implementing instant runoff voting, including ranked choice voting for elected offices of the City.
City Manager Webb reported it was written according to City Council direction; suggested that Council review Exhibit C in the Administrative Report; referenced a Blue Folder item offering potential changes; commented on instant runoffs and detailed proposed changes relative to replacing ranked choice with instant runoff.
City Clerk Manzano discussed increased costs of ranked choice voting.
Discussion followed regarding edits to Section 18.4., written arguments, rebuttals and impartial analyses and changes to Exhibit A.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to change the title, " Instant Runoff Elections", to add, " where appropriate, majority of continuing votes and subsequent rounds", and replace RCV with an "Instant Runoff Voting system". There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve Exhibit A.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Eugene Solomon reported that edits made to the gender -neutral segment were minor changes.
There were no other public comments.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to approve Exhibit B. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Discussion followed regarding assigning someone to write arguments for and against the measures.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to assign Councilmember Emdee to be the official proponent of RCV (CA5) and assign Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim to be the official proponent of the Mayor and Contract initiative (CA4).
Steve Chessin, President of Californians for Electoral Reform, stated his organization would be happy to help Councilmember Emdee write the argument, in favor of RCV.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
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Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2212- 109, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO
BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF CERTAIN MEASURES RELATING TO AMENDING CHARTER SECTIONS 8.3, 18.4 AND REVISING THE CHARTER LANGUAGE TO GENDER NEUTRAL; ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH, 7, 2023, AS CALLED BY RESOLUTION NO. 2210-079; AND ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC - 2212 -110, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
SETTING PRIORITIES FOR THE FILING OF WRITTEN ARGUMENTS, REBUTTALS AND DIRECTING THE
CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE IMPARTIAL ANALYSES REGARDING CERTAIN MEASURES BE SUBMITTED TO THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION BALLOT HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2023, AS CALLED BY RESOLUTION NO CC -2210-079, as amended. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read titles to Resolutions No. CC -2212- 109 and CC -2212- 110.
N.Z. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING PROPOSED PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS
TO NON -SWORN POSITIONS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ENHANCE OPERATIONAL
EFFICIENCY AND IMPROVE SUCCESSION PLANNING AND EMPLOYEE RETENTION
APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
In reply to Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, City Manager Witzansky reported a budget modification is not necessary for this item because supplemental appropriation is not needed in the department to carry out this action.
Redondo Beach Police Chief Joe Hoffman reported no new positions are being created but rather they exist in the City; narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the proposed personnel adjustments to non - sworn positions in the Police Department; discussed enhancement of service levels as well as other benefits; addressed current and proposed positions and spoke about the importance of engaging in future forecasting and succession planning.
City Manager Witzansky reported that current law requires a dedicated manager to help guide public records requests.
Discussion followed regarding 24/7 staffing, maintaining a high level of quality of service, applications for concealed weapons permits and dispatchers.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Eugene Solomon spoke in support of the proposal and in response to his inquiry, City Manager Witzansky confirmed the positions have been funded on the current side and the proposed side.
City Clerk Manzano reported one eComment was received in support of the proposal.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the PROPOSED
PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS TO NON -SWORN POSITIONS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO
ENHANCE OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY AND IMPROVE SUCCESSION PLANNING AND EMPLOYEE RETENTION APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
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N. 3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR' S
APPROVAL OF A SIXTH EXTENSION TO THE EMERGENCY COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
ISSUED FOR THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BEACH ACCESS
RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE A TO PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY RECEIVE AND FILE
THE SIXTH EXTENSION OF THE EMERGENCY COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR THE
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE BEACH ACCESS RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE A TO
PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Brandy Forbes presented details of the Administrative Report.
Discussion followed regarding whether the Coastal Commission will share the project design with the City.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to approve the COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S APPROVAL OF A SIXTH EXTENSION TO THE EMERGENCY COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT ISSUED FOR THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY
BEACH ACCESS RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE A TO PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY RECEIVE AND
FILE THE SIXTH EXTENSION OF THE EMERGENCY COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR THE
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE BEACH ACCESS RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE A TO PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City ManagerWitzansky announced the City is now live on three different social media accounts including Instagram City of RB"), Facebook ("Redondo Beach City Hall") and Linked In (" City of Redondo Beach"). The goal is to obtain the name "City of Redondo Beach" for all three platforms for posting factual information.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
P. I. DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING AMENDMENT OF THE EMPLOYMENT
AGREEMENT WITH MIKE WITZANSKY TO SERVE AS CITY MANAGER
CONTACT: NILS NEHRENHEIM, COUNCILMEMBER DISTRICT 1
ZEIN OBAGI, COUNCILMEMBER DISTRICT 4
This item was removed from the agenda and continued to the City Council meeting of December 13, 2022.
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Councilmember Obagi requested a BRR for the next budget; spoke about the possibility of building modular fire houses and asked about the cost to replace Fire Station No. 2 and expressed interest in creating an SB 852 Climate Resistance EIFD to address sea level rise, increased temperatures, wildfires, erosion control, wetlands, harbor cleanup along the Redondo Beach coast.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to direct staff to create an SB 852 Climate Resistance EIFD to address sea level rise, increased temperatures, wildfires, erosion control, wetlands, harbor cleanup along the Redondo Beach coast or expand/ convert the current EIFD. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Councilmember Emdee requested placing the Vector Board position on the next City Council agenda.
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Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to direct staff to bring back a discussion at the next Housing Authority meeting, regarding the location of Project Homekey and what the City can do in terms of ordinances (i. e., No Smoking, lighting, anti -camping, minimum square foot living area) and any other ordinances to update or create and operating rules applicable to the site. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION — 9:00 p.m.
Hearing no objection, Mayor Pro Tem called the Recess at 9:00 p. m. to return to Closed Session attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Waterfront & Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich, Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden, and Outside Legal Counsel Laura Kalty. City Manager Witzansky confirmed R.4 would not be discussed.
R. I. 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:
209 North Harbor Drive
Portion of APN: 7503-029- 900
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Chris Bredesen
Redondo Beach Marina Group, LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R.2. 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:
239 North Harbor Drive
Portion of APN: 7503-029-900)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Jeff Jones
Quality Seafood Inc.
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R.3. 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:
245 North Harbor Drive
Portion of APN: 7503- 029-900)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Allen Sanford
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R.4. 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.5. 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.6. 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; Redondo Beach Police Management Unit CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — 9:53 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Obagi, Horvath, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim Councilmembers Absent: Emdee, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim announced there were no reportable actions taken by the City Council in Closed Session.
T. ADJOURNMENT: 9: 54 p.m.
T.1. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF BRUCE SZELEZ, FORMER REDONDO BEACH RESIDENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded
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by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to adjourn the meeting at 9:54 p.m., in memory of Bruce Szelez, Former Redondo Beach Resident, 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, December 13, 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.
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