Administrative
Report
H.23., File # 20-1597 Meeting Date: 10/20/2020
To: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
From: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
TITLE
REJECT ALL BIDS FOR THE GRANT AVENUE SIGNAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, JOB NO. 41090; AUTHORIZE THE USE OF PROJECT FUNDS TO PURCHASE TRAFFIC SIGNAL POLES AND RELATED EQUIPMENT; AND DIRECT STAFF TO RE-BID CONSTRUCTION OF THE
REVISED PROJECT WITH ADDITIONAL FUNDING FROM THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORK SYSTEM PROJECT, JOB NO. 41280
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On June 16, 2020, the City Council approved plans and specifications for the Grant Avenue Signal Improvement Project, Job No. 41090. On August, 20, 2020, ten (10) bids were received and publicly opened. The apparent low bid for the Project exceeded the appropriated funding by over $800,000.
Staff has been in contact with METRO staff who confirmed that installation of the signals on Grant Avenue is an eligible expense under the Measure M Regional Funding funded Traffic Signal Communications and Network System Project grant that the City received for FY 20-21 and FY21-22.
However, the bulk of those funds ($1.8 million) will not be available until FY21-22. Therefore, staff recommends that the City Council reject all bids, pre-purchase the traffic signal poles and related equipment with the existing Project funds, and re-bid the Project for construction early in FY21-22, using remaining project funds from Job No. 41090 and available project funds form Job No. 41280.
BACKGROUND
The Grant Avenue Signal Improvement Project, Job. No. 41090 Metro Call for Projects (CFP) funded (Metro CFP No. F5301), is included as part of the current Capital Improvement Program. The project consists of signal improvements at the six (6) signalized intersections along Grant Avenue between Inglewood Avenue and Aviation Boulevard. The Project includes design, construction, and installation of traffic signal improvements including synchronization, and vehicle and bicycle detection. Access ramps, as well as curbs and gutters, will be repaired as necessary.
Metro allocated $1,221,586 in Local Transportation CFP Funds to the project, and the City programmed $313,070 in Measure R Funds as the local match, for a project total of $1,534,656. The City previously committed approximately $100,000 of these funds for Project design. During the design phase it was determined that curb bulbouts would be required to relocate and accommodate the proposed traffic signal equipment due to conflicts with overhead SCE power lines. The costs to design, construct and coordinate the additional elements for the project were initially anticipated to increase the overall cost estimate by approximately $200,000, to approximately $1,730,000.
H.23., File # 20-1597 Meeting Date: 10/20/2020
On June 16, 2020, the City Council approved plans and specifications for the Grant Avenue Signal Improvement Project, Job No. 41090. On August, 20, 2020, ten (10) bids were received and publicly opened. The apparent low bid for the Project exceeded the appropriated funding by over $800,000. (See the attached Bid Results Sheet) The City does not have sufficient unrestricted transportation local return funds to supplement the $1,000,000 necessary to award the contract to the lowest bidder.
In the spring of 2020, the City received word that $2.0 million in Regional Measure M funds would be available in FY20-21 ($200,000) and FY21-22 ($1,800,000) to implement a Traffic Signal Communications and Network System Project to improve City traffic signals. In August, the project and funding were approved by the Metro Board. Grant Avenue signals were included in the eligible list of streets. The project (CIP Project 41280) is included in the current CIP.
Staff has been in contact with METRO staff who confirmed that installation of the signals on Grant Avenue is an eligible expense under the Traffic Signal Communications and Network System Project Measure M Regional Fund grant that the City received for FY 20-21 and FY21-22. However, the bulk of those funds ($1.8 million) will not be available until FY21-22. Therefore, staff recommends that the City Council reject all bids, authorize staff to competitively pre-purchase the long lead time items such as traffic signal poles and related equipment with the existing Project funds, approve revised plans and specifications to exclude the materials purchased by the City, and authorize the City Clerk to re-advertise the Project for construction early in FY21-22.
COORDINATION
This project was coordinated by the Engineering Services Division with assistance from Metro and Los Angeles County.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no cost to reject all bids. Anticipated future action by the City Council to implement the project are anticipated to draw on available funds as shown below.
Appropriated Funding: Estimated Expenditures:
Grant Ave Signal Project,
Job No. 41090
LACMTA CFP Grant $1,221,586 City Pre-Purchase est. $ 800,000 Construction Awardee est. $1,500,000
Local Measure R $ 313,070 Const. Mgmt./Design $ 120,000 Contingency $ 100,000
Total $2,500,000
Traffic Signal Comm./Network System,
Job No. 41280
Reg. Meas. M FY20-21 $ 65,344
Reg. Meas. M FY21-22 $ 900,000
Total $2,500,000
APPROVED BY:
H.23., File # 20-1597 Meeting Date: 10/20/2020
Joe Hoefgen, City Manager
ATTACHMENT
1. Bid Results
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Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Closed Session — Cancelled meeting
Open Session — Regular Meeting 6: 00 p. m.
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A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Via teleconference, a Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Brand at 6: 00 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee, Mayor Brand Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Joe Hoefgen, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
At the request of Mayor Brand, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Loewenstein announced his District 2 Community Meeting scheduled for October 28 from 6 to 7: 30 p. m.
Councilmember Horvath reminded everyone to vote.
Councilmember Gran thanked the Public Works Department for the North Redondo Beach Bike Path maintenance and reminded everyone to vote.
Councilmember Emdee announced that tonight is the first game of the World Series for the Dodgers.
Mayor Brand stated October is Domestic Violence Month and noted Redondo Beach has a great program.
E. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Mayor Brand pulled Item P.3. off the agenda.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Gran, to approve the agenda with the exception of Item P. 3. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
F. AGENCY RECESS: NONE
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS —ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, Odab r 20, 2020
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to receive and file additional backup material for Items J. 1, N. 1, N. 2, NA, and H. 22. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H. 1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF OCTOBER 20, 2020
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 26913- 26939 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 42,796. 46, PD. 10/ 212020 DIRECT DEPOSIT 227482-227934 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 747, 124.06, PD. 101212020 EFT/ACH $ 7, 477. 52, PD. 10/ 2/ 2020 ( PP2020)
EFT/ACH $ 342,485. 39, PD. 10/5/ 2020 ( PP2020)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 96259-96474 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 3, 153, 358. 17
EFT US BANK $547,856. 73
CONTACT: MARNI RUHLAND, FINANCE DIRECTOR
HA. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH USI INSURANCE SERVICES
LLC FOR INSURANCE BROKERAGE SERVICES RELATED TO THE CITY'S VISION SERVICE PLAN AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO THE CITY FOR THE EXISTING TERM TO DECEMBER 31, 2021.
2. APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH NORSTAN COMMUNICATIONS, INC. DBA BLACK BOX
NETWORK SERVICES FOR TELEPHONE SYSTEM HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 31, 574. 14 FOR THE TERM OF NOVEMBER 1, 2020 TO OCTOBER 31, 2021.
3. APPROVE RENEWAL OF LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH KNOWBE4, INC. TO PROVIDE
ONGOING SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES TO UNDERSTAND THE
MECHANISMS OF SPAM, PHISHING, SPEAR PHISHING, MALWARE AND SOCIAL ENGINEERING FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 8,370 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM TO NOVEMBER 20, 2021.
4. APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH AUDIOCHECKS MOBILE HEARING AND RESPIRATORY
TESTING LLC FOR FIT TESTING OF RESPIRATORY PROTECTION EQUIPMENT FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 2, 250 FOR THE TERM OF OCTOBER 20, 2020 TO JANUARY 30, 2021.
CONTACT: MARNI RUHLAND, FINANCE DIRECTOR
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, Odober 20, 2020
H. 5. EXCUSE ABSENCES OF VARIOUS COMMISSIONERS FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION
MEETINGS
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. S. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2010- 075, 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 2, 2021, 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 -2010- 076, 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 CONDUCT 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 2, 2021;
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2010- 077, 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 2, 2021;
AND
APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH PRO DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS, INC. DBA PROVOTE SOLUTIONS FOR MARCH 2, 2021 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION BALLOT PRODUCTION, PRINT AND MAIL SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 90, 000 FOR THE TERM OCTOBER 20, 2020 - OCTOBER 19, 2021
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 7. APPROVAL OF CONSENT TO AMENDMENT TO LEASE FOR FIVE INDIVIDUAL SUBLEASES BETWEEN RDR LIVING TRUST OF 1996, ROBERT DALE RESNICK, TRUSTEE AND:
1) HAWAIIAN BLENDS AND SMOOTHIES, INC., DBA BELLA GELATO; 2) DOING KYU PARK AND SUNG EUN LEE, DBA JADE SNOW;
3) JOOMI OH, DBA MERMAID' S DOWERY;
4) PEGGY HIRAIZUMI, DBA KOBE PEARL; AND
5) JAYANTHA 1. DEMEL AND PARIN DEMEL AND VIVIKA BERNADETTE DEMEL
AND SAMANTHA ANN DEMEL OM, DBA PIER BAKERY
CONTACT: STEPHEN PROUD, WATERFRONT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 8. REGRETFULLY ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF COMMISSIONER JUSTIN ALMELEH FROM
THE HISTORICAL COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO POST A VACANCY NOTICE
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 9. PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER LOEWENSTEIN FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MINUTES — CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
H. 10. APPROVE HISTORIC PROPERTY PRESERVATION AGREEMENT WITH MELDIA INVESTMENT REALTY OF AMERICA INC FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 224 - 226 S BROADWAY BEGINNING ON OCTOBER 20, 2020 FOR THE TERM OF TEN YEARS WITH AUTOMATIC
RENEWAL EVERY YEAR THEREAFTER
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H. 11. ADOPT BY 415 VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2010- 078, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, MODIFYING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020- 21 TO APPROPRIATE $ 10,881 IN BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE FY20 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS
APPROVE THE AGREEMENT WITH U. S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE FOR FY20 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS FOR THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 10, 881 FOR THE TERM OCTOBER 1, 2019 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2021.
CONTACT: KEITH KAUFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 12. APPROVE CONTRACT WITH VERONICA TAM & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR CONSULTING
SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE AND THE PREPARATION
OF AN INCLUSIONARY HOUSING ORDINANCE FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 161, 950 FOR THE TERM OF OCTOBER 20, 2020 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2022.
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H. 13. APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN LOS ANGELES POLICE
DEPARTMENT INTERNET CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN ( ICAC) TASK FORCE AND THE REDONDO BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE TERM OCTOBER 20, 2020 UNTIL
FEDERAL FUNDING FOR THE GRANT ENDS OR THE MOA IS CANCELLED BY EITHER PARTY UPON WRITTEN NOTICE DELIVERED TO BOTH AGENCY DIRECTORS.
CONTACT: KEITH KAUFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 14. PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER LOEWENSTEIN FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
H. 15. AUTHORIZE THE EXTENSION OF THE SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT FOR RIVIERA VILLAGE
ASSOCIATION WITH NEW CONDITIONS TO CONTINUE PARKLET DINING THROUGH THE
WINTER SEASON
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 16. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH BRETT DAVISON FOR LEGAL SERVICES AS NEEDED FOR THE TERM OF OCTOBER 21, 2020 UNTIL TERMINATED
CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
H. 17. INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3208- 20 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE ARTICLE 17 OF CHAPTER 7 TO TITLE 3 REGARDING PREFERENTIAL PARKING FEES. FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING.
CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
H. 18. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY, RESOLUTION NO. CC -2010-079, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING AN ADVISORY
BOARD IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIVIERA VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AND DIRECTING THE PREPARATION OF A REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021;
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
RECEIVE AND FILE THE ADVISORY BOARD'S ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2021; ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY, RESOLUTION NO. CC -2010-080, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE REPORT OF THE ADVISORY BOARD FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021 IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIVIERA VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT;
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY, RESOLUTION NO. CC -2010-081, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO
LEVY AN ASSESSMENT AGAINST BUSINESSES WITHIN THE RIVIERA VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021 AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS THERETO; AND
SET DECEMBER 1, 2020 AT 6: OOP. M. AS THE DATE AND TIME FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING
ON THE LEVY OF THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS
CONTACT: STEPHEN PROUD, WATERFRONT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 19. APPROVE THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN SUPERIOR COURT OF
CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES AND CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AGREEMENT 2020- 030(6) FOR ENHANCED ACCESS PRIVILEGES TO DESIGNATED STAIRWELLS AND/OR STAFF ELEVATORS FOR THE DURATION OF THE PANDEMIC CAUSED BY COVID19 CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
H. 20. APPROVE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH HOUSING NETWORK, LLC DIBIA GOSECTION8.COM
FOR A WEB -BASED RENT REASONABLE SYSTEM TO SUPPORT HOUSING AUTHORITY OPERATIONS IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3, 000 PER YEAR AND A FIVE-YEAR TOTAL OF $ 15,000 ALLOCATED FROM RESTRICTED SECTION 8 CARES ACT HOUSING ADMINISTRATION FUNDS FOR THE TERM OCTOBER 20, 2020 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025 CONTACT: JOHN LA ROCK, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
H. 21. APPROVE THE RESPONSE LETTER TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY GRAND JURY'S REPORT ENTITLED " A DIET FOR LANDFILLS: CUTTING DOWN ON FOOD WASTE.
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 22. PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER NEHRENHEIM FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
H. 23. PULLED BY COUNCILMEMBER GRAN FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via eComment and Zoom.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the following comments via eComment:
Eugene Solomon addressed item H. 16 and asked for clarification of the search process for the hiring of the attorney. He also suggested selecting an attorney more geographically desirable.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve Consent Calendar items H. 1 through H. 23 with the exclusion of H. 9, H. 14, H. 22, and H. 23. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, OdoI>er20, 2020
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Clerk Eleanor Manzano read all Ordinances and Resolutions by title only which were included on the Consent Calendar.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H. 9. RECEIVE AND FILE ASTATUS REPORT ON THE CITY' S REQUEST TO REDUCE THE NUMBER
OF TRANSIENT VESSEL MOORINGS FROM THE MAIN HARBOR CHANNEL CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
In response to Councilmember Loewenstein, Public Works Director Samson gave a report on the transient vessel moorings and said they were installed at the request from the state division from Boating and Waterways at $ 25K which have been costly to maintain and only used on average only about 6%. He also said staff has heard back from the state regarding any reductions or credits which will be analyzed and brought back to the Harbor Commission and City Council.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via eComment and Zoom.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the following comments via eComment:
Maricela Guillermo supported reducing the number of transient vessel moorings and keeping the area clean.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public Comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to receive and file a status report on the City's request to reduce the number of transient vessel moorings from the main harbor channel.
Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
H. 14. APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR 190TH STREET KING HARBOR ENTRY SIGN AND PEDESTRIAN SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, JOB NO. 10160141200 AND
AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE THE PROJECT FOR COMPETITIVE BIDS CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
In response to Councilmember Loewenstein, Public Works Director Semaan believed the project should be completed sometime next summer and asked to move the project forward and look for bids.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via eComment and Zoom. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve plans and specifications for 1901 Street King Harbor entry sign and pedestrian signal improvements project, Job No. 10160141200 and authorize the City Clerk to advertise the project for competitive bids. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, Odober 20, 2020
H. 22. AUTHORIZATION TO PREPARE AND FILE AN APPEAL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH' S STH CYCLE REGIONAL HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT ( RHNA) ALLOCATION OF 2,483
UNITS FROM THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Councilmember Nehrenheim asked about clarification of appealing the number and the study being the major components of the appeal. Community Development Director Brandy Forbes gave a report and stated the study has been included in the appeal which is a major component for consideration. She believed 419 units are to be considered unless the state number is revised. She also said she has no information regarding people moving to more rural areas.
Veronica Tam, Veronica Tam and Associates, gave a report and stated most communities are having difficulty with addressing this issue with limited opportunities and also said timing for litigation is difficult. She also said the appeal process itself does not provide a certainty of outcome, and also did not believe that HCD agreed with the double counting. She further said the deadline for the appeal is October 26, 2020.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim, Ms. Tam reviewed the Irving case.
City Attorney Webb suggested a referral to staff regarding a discussion on the Irving case with options open to Council.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via eComment and Zoom.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the following comments via eComment:
Maricela Guillermo supported the appeal, noted that Redondo Beach is built out and required open spaces are needed. She also requested opposition by Council on any housing bill to Sacramento eliminating single family zoning.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to authorize to prepare and file an appeal of the City of Redondo Beach' s 6' Cycle Regional Housing Needs Assessment ( RHNA) allocation of 2,483 units from the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
H. 23. REJECT ALL BIDS FOR THE GRANT AVENUE SIGNAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, JOB NO. 41090; AUTHORIZE THE USE OF PROJECT FUNDS TO PURCHASE TRAFFIC SIGNAL POLES AND RELATED EQUIPMENT; AND DIRECT STAFF TO RE -BID CONSTRUCTION OF THE
REVISED PROJECT WITH ADDITIONAL FUNDING FROM THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL COMMUNICATION AND NETWORK SYSTEM PROJECT, JOB No. 41280 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Councilmember Gran asked for an update on the Grant Avenue Signal Improvement Project. Public Works Director Semaan gave a report and reviewed the project. He said the bids came in significantly higher than budget, and Metro has allowed moving forward with the project with the use of Measure M Funds and the budget funds to complete the project. He also reviewed the staff recommendation, and said the delay will be less than a year.
MINUTES — CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, OdaEer 20, 2020
Mayor Brand called for public comment via eComment and Zoom. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Gran, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to reject all bids for the Grant Avenue Signal Improvement Project, Job No. 41090; authorize the use of project funds to purchase traffic signal poles and related equipment; and direct staff to re -bid construction of the revised project with additional funding from the Traffic Signal Communications and Network System Project, Job No. 41280. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Brand called for public comment via eComment and Zoom.
Barbara Epstein advocated for community gardens and asked Council to include this on the Strategic Planning process next week and direct staff to assist in selecting a site for their gardens.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the following comments via eComment:
Brianna Egan, District 1, spoke on an initiative and their entity to establish the first community garden for Redondo Beach. She reviewed their proposal and supported green space and community involvement. She asked they be included in the Strategic Plan.
Mara Lang requested support for a community garden for Redondo Beach, reviewed their proposal and organization.
Dr. CM Chantal Toporow asked for support for the Redondo Beach Community Gardens efforts and reviewed the benefits.
Wayne Craig asked that the apron for the Reed family be addressed.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS — NONE
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS — NONE
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
NA. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING DEVELOPMENT OF SKATING FACILITIES AT PAD 10 ( FORMER OCTAGON BUILDING SITE)
AND PERRY PARK
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Vince Onel, Spohn Ranch Skateparks, gave a report and discussed the following:
Visibility
Accessibility
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, Odober 20, 2020
Design Canvas
Barriers to "Shovel -Ready"
Amenities & Infrastructure
Impact to Surrounding Environment
Schematic Design
Costs
Timeline
SummaryAnalysis
City Engineer Andy Winje discussed the following:
Staff recommendation
Next steps
Perry Park and Pad 10 to move forward
Mayor Brand supported the proposal and taking a step in finding something that can work.
David Bernier discussed the following:
Access to the park
Limit skaters in the park
Emergency response access
Multiuse of the park
Pushing items back against the wall to create more open space Aesthetics of the design
Involve Public Art Commission
25K in the Police Foundation account — earmarked for the skatepark/ projects Councilmember Loewenstein referred to the site analysis, reviewed noise issues and believed there shouldn't be a noise obstruction. He also recommended rail replacement around and above the park, noted a lot of public outreach has taken place and supported moving forward.
Councilmember Loewenstein pointed out that other elements could be added later.
In response to Councilmember Gran, Mr. Onel stated the truncated domes could be strategically placed in the correct locations to avoid skateboards. He also said the skateboards are not conducive on the asphalt, and also noted a stage territory is being pursued.
Councilmember Nehrenheim noted support from the Harbor Commission and he supported the park moving forward which will be popular year- round, bringing in another crowd.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via eComment and Zoom.
Rashel Mereness expressed concern with reducing community members at Parcel 10, increasing the danger to pedestrians, noted other events taking place in the area, safety issues from skateboards and suggested the truncated domes at International Boardwalk.
Mr. Onel said there will be new locations for the tables and supported concerts in the area which will be a non -skating night, and also supported eliminating safety concerns.
Zein Obagi Jr. supported the Perry Park design and approval.
Ilya Klinger thanked Council for moving forward with Perry Park which will be a great improvement but noted parking is limited.
MINUTES —CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the following comments via eComment Maricela Guillermo supported green areas in the harbor such as Parcel 10 and suggested delegating the skatepark only at Perry Park.
Britannia Egan, District 1, supported the skateparks and also suggested approval of community gardens as well.
Lezlie Campeggi supported a skateboard park at Pad 10 along with mitigation and also addressing bicycle riders in the same area as well. She also opposed impacting more residential areas and supported leaving more green space at Perry Park.
Councilmember Loewenstein supported having a skatepark in South Redondo and North Redondo which is why two are proposed. He also supported moving forward with no delays.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Gran, to look at a design build process and to move forward with both Parcel 10, contingent on receive $25K from the Police Foundation and Perry Park.
Friendly Amendment by Councilmember Emdee to state " conditional outside funding up to the amount of 25K." Councilmembers Loewenstein and Gran accepted the Friendly Amendment.
Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
N. 2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE IMPLEMENTATION STATUS OF THE
SOUTH BAY BICYCLE MASTER PLAN AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR INSTALLATION OF
PROTECTED BIKE LANES IN THE CITY
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
City Engineer Andy Winje gave a presentation and discussed the following:
Background and History
Purpose
Benefits
SBBMP Existing and proposed Facilities
Completed Facilities proposed by SBBMP
Completed, in progress and on hold facilities proposed by SBBMP Work to Date
Recommendation
Nicole Jules, Consulting Traffic Engineer, gave a presentation and discussed the following:
Public Right of Way — Use of Space
6 Essential ROW Functions
Competing Interests
Major Arterial + Class III
Major Arterial + Class II
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Major Arterial + Class IV
Secondary Arterial + Class III
Secondary Arterial + Class II
Secondary Arterial + Class IV
Collector Roadway + Class III
Collector Roadway + Class II
Collector Roadway + Class IV
Councilmember Loewenstein asked why the project has taken two decades to complete, expressed concern with a disjointed bike path at Catalina and Beryl, suggested the bike lanes be striped and painted, expressed concern with Redondo Beach having the highest mortality rate of the beach cities in the area for bicyclists, supported having a bike lane which is safer, and recommended this item be revisited at the Strategic Plan next week.
Councilmember Horvath supported striping of the bike lanes and the City being more bicycle friendly, supported being more creative and pushing back on some of the guidelines, pointed out that narrower lanes force drivers to drive slower, suggested putting in more protective features, supported Class IV which has delineation, suggested a Class II on the inside and separating with a protection of a parking lane, expressed concern with having a Class III on a major arterial with a 15 -foot lane shared with the cyclist and car, observed that people want to be outdoors in a beach cities environment, and supported mobility.
In response to Councilmember Nehrenheim, City Engineer Winje referred to the to do list on Palos Verdes Boulevard and explained the configuration and status. He also referred to complete streets and said a road diet and getting rid of a lane to accommodate the bike lanes and other modes of transportation could be done. He also said there are three projects in design on arterials which each include the green paint on the transition areas and intersection areas.
Councilmember Nehrenheim also asked about flipping the sidewalk, bicycle lane, parked cars and vehicle lane configuration. Public Works Director Semaan stated this will be looked at to make sure it complies with the standards. He also reviewed the PCH and bicycle lane configuration.
Councilmember Nehrenheim thanked staff for the bike parking spots which are being used.
Councilmember Loewenstein noted people are changing their mode of transportation which he believed are long lasting trends and supported getting people out of their cars. He also suggested using reflectors to use as center dividers and delineation.
Public Works Director Semaan gave a staff report and direction from Council regarding the SBBMP.
In response to Mayor Brand regarding the status of Torrance Boulevard, City Engineer Winje said this is in design currently and noted a review for Council with any changes will be presented. Public Works Director Semaan supported being creative, and all lane modifications will be considered, but noted the biggest challenge is at PCH.
Councilmember Horvath informed of a grant from Cal Trans called the Local Travel Network creating a slow speed network through cities.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComments.
Jacqueline Sun, Beach Cities Health District, supported moving forward with the SBBMP and added safety into the streets. She also gave a report on the increase in bike ridership.
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Jim Hannon commented on the staff bikeway evaluation, noted a 33% increase in ridership over the last year in the beach cities, stated Redondo Beach has been identified as the second most dangerous place to ride a bike in the eight coastal communities in the South Bay and 70% higher in bike collisions. He also noted 6, 000 children complete a youth pedestrian and bicycle education program and supported giving the children a safe place to ride their bikes. He supported safety and healthy activities, noted a nominal cost to the Citywith painting and requested that the BMP gets integrated into the 3 to 5 -year plan option 3 multimodal objectives.
Ilya Klinger suggested connecting the bike path from the Galleria to the pier, and making the streets smaller, providing more room for bike lanes and slowing traffic.
Christopher Maloney supported the plan and bicycling, supported Classes 11 and IV, suggested the consideration of the major arterials east and west to and from the beach, low income workers in and out of the City and their parking needs, electric bikes and a pilot for a one-sided street (cycle cross).
Chief Deputy City Clerk Vickie Kroneberger read the following comments via eComment:
Grace Peng reviewed the pandemic and impacts, road collisions, Artesia/Aviation being the most dangerous area in the City, reviewed having safe streets throughout the community, active mobility benefits and having less cars.
Lara Duke supported adding bike lanes and Class 11 for exercise and running errands.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file the report and to include Council comments and direction. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
N. 3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING REPORT ON REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD' S SETTLEMENT OFFER FOR ALLEGED 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019
PERMIT WATER QUALITY VIOLATIONS
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Civil Engineer Geraldine Trivedi gave a background and discussed the following:
No reporting requirements this year
New permit 2017 for discharge
Samples taken
Add chlorine and take it out
Very little treatment
System is very aged
Violations
May 2018 — settlement offer — fine $66K
City contested
Heard back and had a meeting — results requested a formal request Sent letter September 2019 requesting modifications to the permit Chlorine limit be reviewed
March 2020 received a letter — total fine $285K
Cannot determine where metals are coming from
Chlorine and bacteria violations
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Oil, grease, mercury violations
City Council direction — response to settlement offer
Request a supplemental environmental project be approved October 2019—Council approved a contract with Pace Environmental to look at operations of the Lagoon Study — implementing a closed loop system — recirculate the water Use fine amount to hire Pace
Supplemental Environmental System
Unknown if this would be approved
City Attorney Webb explained the SEP and direction to staff, asking all of it be used and waive the right to hearing subject to approval.
Councilmember Horvath supported the SEP method but asked if it would be worth going a different route.
City Attorney Webb stated the Regional Water Board feels very restricted with what they can and cannot do and if the City exceeds the number, it' s a fine. He also said nothing is done that puts mercury in the system.
Councilmember Nehrenheim also supported future planning with the money and showing the Board it' s a regional facility.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComments.
Zein Obagi Jr. suggested considering offering shutting down the Seaside Lagoon from March 2020 to January 2021 to allow for more time to look for and try another system.
City Attorney Webb stated the only way the City can escape getting fined is not operating until a closed system is obtained.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Gran, to direct staff to pursue an SEP as part of a settlement offer and a full usage of the funding, being a regional amenity that serves disadvantaged individuals. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
N. 4. ADDITIONAL DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE FURTHER DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING
PALLET SHELTER TEMPORARY TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Webb gave a report and discussed the following:
Homeless Court
Transient related crimes have decreased
Homeless concerns have decreased
Can we pay for this without outside grant funding?
Concerns about 2417 security
Concerns about the amount of the contingency
Reserved up to $300K of CDBG grant funds
October meeting — Board of Supervisors approved unanimously setting aside enough for the budget for ongoing costs
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If contingency is fully needed, Council would need to come up with an additional $ 75K Council will need to approve a location in order to come up with the final documents Site selection
Programs with pluses and minuses
City of Bellflower site, San Clemente site and Venice site and lawsuits Tent — must be taken down everyday
Enforcement — last resort
Meeting tomorrow with LA County — next steps
Money in budget available to feed people in the shelter Problem will only be solved if each city and sera does its part Mayor Brand pointed out that the homeless problem will not go away and will continue to increase. He said different cities are taking different approaches and legal issues from either side. He noted cities are taking an individual approach and something has to be done in Redondo. He thanked everyone that's been involved and said there is a great team of professionals behind the scenes.
Councilmember Emdee noted a concern is becoming a magnet once opened but said there would be some kind of rule that has a connection to Redondo Beach.
City Attorney Webb said going forward, trading could take place with what works.
Councilmember Emdee asked about wraparound services. City Attorney Webb said there will be 2417 resident aid available, addiction and mental health counseling. He noted a path to enforcement and said most of the homeless are individuals and will be small and only meals will be provided to the residents of the property.
Councilmember Emdee asked about mistakes made from Venice Lila Omura spoke on the following:
Venice larger crisis bridge unit
Same model as in San Pedro
Concerns in Venice — new homeless encampment popped up on the same block as the large crisis bridge housing development
Not operating at capacity
San Pedro Beacon Street Crisis Bridge Housing — no encampments — open since July LAPD — cuts in funding
Councilmember Emdee supported a multi -prong approach and putting in ordinances that can be defended and help enforcement/mitigate any problems.
Councilmember Gran supported being on a path to allow for enforcement and being tied with homeless court. He suggested looking at projects to allow for changes and supported being able to shut it down if necessary, looking at different site options. He also noted a number of items that have to be worked on together, no one wants this in their neighborhood, suggested looking at a pilot program addressing issues quickly and finding the best solution for a temporary housing shelter, and getting past the fact that people don't want it near them.
Councilmember Gran also suggested considering the Seaside Lagoon site which will be locked down with COVID at least until March, the facility is ready to go, there are no homes in the vicinity, there is a bus line available, the homeless court is within walking distance, there are no businesses in the immediate vicinity, restaurants are in the process of closing, people will be kept behind the closed gates, the facility is already fenced and has bathrooms, expansion could take place, can be used four to five months before the normal MINUTES — CITY COUNCIL MEETING
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time the Lagoon will open up, the City knows the area, do as a pilot, could move to Kingsdale, and could be looked at as a stepped approach.
Councilmember Loewenstein suggested an ordinance to keep camping a certain distance from residential areas. City Attorney Webb said this could become restricted, forcing it into certain pockets within the City, leading to lawsuits and unintended consequences, but it can be reviewed.
In response to Councilmember Loewenstein, City Attorney Webb stated people in the pallet housing have to work with the housing advisor. He also said the difficulty has been getting people housing ready.
Councilmember Loewenstein noted an issue at Seaside Lagoon to include a number of houses in the area along with residents on their boats, businesses being nearby, and being near the hotels. He read a letter regarding homeless impacts and a loss of revenue from the surrounding hotels if the homeless encampment were put in the area. He also did not support Aviation Park as well and believed the only option is the Kingsdale location. He also expressed concern with impacts to the residents and supported privacy.
Councilmember Gran also said there are a number of residents equally opposed to the Kingsdale location and believed the Seaside Lagoon may be the best location for now.
Councilmember Nehrenheim suggested having 5 or 6 campers allowed to bring in their own equipment in addition to the 15 people in the shelters. City Attorney Webb said storage will have to be provided when going to homeless court. He also spoke on the meals provided but aired on the side of keeping the homeless inside as much as possible. He also spoke on a location in the Coastal Zone, and said a motion is needed for which site to allow for documents to be prepared.
Councilmember Emdee did not think Council will come up with a consensus on a location, reviewed her concerns and believed one should be located in both districts.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to receive and file and waive the reading of the comments via eComment. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment.
Brian Novak questioned what happens with overflow conversations and how are they accounted for, and recommended looking to solve the problem, creating mechanisms to give an exact prescription for an exact need in the facilities. He also said buffer zones are key for the overflow.
Kim Isaacs supported the unhoused people who need a place to live and said she would be in support of living near them and helping them.
Janelle Scales supported the unhoused community and being protected from the residents and her children helping them.
Tony Hart, Lanakila Outrigger Canoe Club on Mole B, stated any facility in the area would have to be taken down in case of an emergency, access would be needed for the emergency vehicles, and the Coastal Commission may require a boat ramp as well.
Scott Behrendt thanked staff for their help on this issue, referred to the Bellflower shelter and enforcement of the camping ordinance, stated residency restrictions are essential to its success, Whittier shelter also has MINUTES — CITY COUNCIL MEETING
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a residency requirement and camping ordinance, and stated San Clemente's homeless population decreased dramatically after the introduction of a designated camping spot. He suggested combining a designated camping site or place restrictions on camping, and a Coastal Development Permit could be considered.
John Calcagnini agreed with Councilmember Gran regarding using the Seaside Lagoon, stated a lot of the homeless population is already residing near the pier, the location is not near neighborhoods and there are bus lines. He also said the hotel industry has not been affected in Santa Monica and the Moonstone Park is a similar proximity. He also referred to the Venice example and said building shelters draw more of a problem with more loitering and warned not rushing into this item.
Sabrina Kiser supported the unhoused neighbors and noted the City is dense and it is difficult to find a good location. She also expressed concern with sending people back into the streets when they have been sheltered. She further said it is difficult to move the unhoused from city to city, noted people complaining about the homeless and said this is a chance to do something about it.
Lee Collar, Redondo Beach, stated he has a boat in the marina and opposed placing a shelter at Seaside Lagoon or Mole B. He said there is a park currently and putting in a homeless shelter would remove it. He also believed a shelter in that location would not be consistent with the Coastal Commission and pointed out that Moonstone Park is an emergency helicopter pad.
Phillip Jay stated he has been a boatowner in the King Harbor since the 1960' s and opposed the project being located at Moonstone Park, supported Council' s thoughtful approach, and said the project needs to be in the correct location. He said the harbor is the center of the City and proposing a homeless encampment in a pads is a step in the wrong direction. He noted the park gets a lot of use and a homeless shelter would be incompatible with the area and recreational uses and did not support taking a park away from the citizens.
Zein Obagi, Jr. commended the Council and staff for helping with this issue but did not support rushing into it. He suggested bringing in the homeless officer as described in the citizens academy, and questioned if people would use the shelters, or attracting more than the City can handle.
Ronson Chu, Flagler and Clark, thanked Council for taking on this issue, supported having courage and helping homeless neighbors, offered a tour on other sites which blend into the community, and referred to the Venice example and San Pedro site which do not cause a problem.
Jeff Busch did not support rushing into this and did not see a clear plan or measurable goal. He suggested starting with a goal and working backwards.
Jodi Masters supported the unhoused population and did not see a safety issue, supported having a goal, supported creating a model we can all be proud of, stated the project is not going away and is a good opportunity.
Mark Hansen requested rejecting Moonstone Park and the Seaside Lagoon as potential sites for homeless shelters which are on the State Tidelands with an obligation to encourage low cost recreational boating. He also said the shelters would negatively impact numerous slip tenants. He said the breakwater and homeless shelters would increase injuries and drug use and the marine weather would encourage congregation inside the small shelters encouraging the spread of COVID 19. He said the waterfront is a crown jewel in the City and expressed concern with impacts to the businesses and the Master Plan, new boat ramp, and suggested using the expertise of the Harbor Commission and Recreation and Parks Commissions before going forward with any decisions.
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Michael Garlan, District 3, suggested reading the comments in eComment and supported including everyone' s input. He suggested looking for a suitable location outside of the City such as unused parking spaces at the Harbor Gateway Transit Center. He also said homeless problems are a regional issue.
Robbie Yrigoyen suggested more time to avoid lawsuits and to find the right location. She also said the harbor and Moonstone park is a family area and is not the place for people with a possible drug addiction.
She supported helping the homeless but agreed the waterfront is not the right location. She also said there are many vacant facilities and rehab facilities that have infrastructure in place and willing to help.
Dennis Oellers stated he has a liveaboard in the harbor and did not support a homeless site 100 yards from his home. He also stated the area needs to get revived rather than having a blight in the middle of the harbor. He also said many of the homeless bring in dangerous conditions and suggested helping them such as at a facility.
There being no further comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Councilmember Horvath noted rushing concerns and advised people to look at the Homeless Plan with strategies, believed the City is a model in the South Bay helping the homeless, and said this is just a first step as transitional housing. He supported more affordable and permanent housing in the City, and said the measurable goal is to continue to help people, noted concerns with stress and anxiety taking place right now, reviewed the statistics of the homeless, reviewed Project Room Key and the process to get people to accept services, and did not see this item as a rush which is an emergency and need. He also noted a team effort and working on a regional level, and all the cities are trying to work on this issue. He further noted the enhanced pilot project and helping people in one location will help expedite a more permanent situation. He said staff is constantly looking for funding sources for the homeless and pointed out that the programs and strategies have a direct impact on the quality of life for the residents. He referred to the Seaside Lagoon which is an interesting suggestion, and said he didn't have an issue with Moonstone Park or Kingsdale. He supported having something in both North and South Redondo, and believed if It is managed right, there will not be a problem. He believed that Moonstone Park has been underutilized for some time and supported this 13 -month plan moving forward tonight.
Councilmember Gran said that something needs to be done, suggested a compromise or setting up the program so that it is successful, having the ability to take care of any variables, taking this as a proof of concept and that it works. He suggested looking at this in two different phases to include handling the residents coming out of Project Room Key, consider the Seaside Lagoon site for six months, consider the Kingsdale site, and a six month start of the program.
Public Works Director Semsan stated the site grades are not amenable at Kingsdale and there is no access available onto the site.
Councilmember Nehrenheim summarized Moonstone Park which is an actual cost and directly on the water, and stated the pallets would not be protective enough with the elements and weather. He also said Moonstone Park is a helicopter landing pad and LA County Fire Department uses it all the time. He also pointed out that there are no grocery stores close by for people with Cal Cards. He stated the Kingsdale location has great access to freeways and other service locations and suggested looking at Dominguez Park near the Public Works Yard which is away from residential. He also pointed out that the City is spending 700K on the project voluntarily and being proactive.
Councilmember Emdee stated Dominguez Park is right by residential and noted Moonstone Park is a mile away from residential but questioned if the pallet housing would be able to withstand the weather. She said the waterfront areas won't be as impactive right now due to COVID for six months which can be moved over to Kingsdale over the second seven months. She also said Kingsdale is close to residential.
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City Attorney Webb stated four votes will be needed to allow for a budget modification Councilmember Horvath asked how the locations were chosen. Public Works Director Semaan stated sites were being considered that were readily available with minimal prep work.
Councilmember Loewenstein expressed concern with impacts to the liveaboard residents in the harbor from Moonstone Park. He also pointed out that the Kingsdale site boarders on a railroad track and cemetery and houses are out of view and suggested it be considered.
Councilmember Nehrenheim stated this is not a wedge issue between North and South Redondo and said it is impossible to find a location that is out of sight, out of mind. He expressed concern with homeless people living on the street in both North and South Redondo and supported creating a good location that is the least impactive to the residential. He did not support Moonstone Park as being an appropriate site location due to lack of available services and the weather elements, and supported Kingsdale being a good location.
Councilmember Horvath pointed out that wedge issue is heard a lot from the North Redondo residents, agreed that Moonstone Park elements would be impactive, and supported the compromised approach but also supported a 4- 1 or 5-0 tonight.
Councilmember Gran stated the motion is a compromise and stated there is nothing going on at the Seaside Lagoon currently for the first six months, and supported getting the program running and started.
Mayor Brand opposed Moonstone Park as a consideration which is busy with residents and activities and the weather is bad. He stated using the Seaside Lagoon for six months would foreclose on many items with impacts to the hotels and residents. He also believed the Verizon site is the best spot which is more of an industrial area.
Motion by Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to consider the Kingsdale location near Verizon for the first six months and consider new sites after six months or terminate the program.
Amended Motion by Councilmember Gran, seconded by Emdee, to designate the Seaside Lagoon for the first six months of the program and Kingsdale as the second seven months.
Amended Motion failed with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Gran, Emdee
NOES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath
ABSENT: None
Original Motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath
NOES: Gran, Emdee
ABSENT: None
Councilmember Loewenstein noted concerns regarding Moonstone Park.
Councilmember Gran supported a compromise but stated the motion is backwards, and suggested supporting a facility in the harbor area first since the City is currently under lockdown.
Councilmember Horvath believed the best site all around is Kingsdale but expressed concern with an abrupt halt in six months and believed that 13 months would have a much more dramatic effect.
City Manager Hoefgen stated there is no funding available to move the facility at this time.
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Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to have the facility for six months at Kingsdale and then move it to Moonstone Park for six months and if it can't be moved, to shut the program down. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Hoefgen stated that the City facilitator for the Strategic Planning Retreat will be reaching out to the Councilmembers for input.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
PA. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING NOMINATION FORMS RELATING TO THE
CODE OF FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES IN CONSIDERATION OF ADDING THE PLEDGE OF
POSITIVE CAMPAIGNING
City Clerk Manzano gave a report and discussed the Fair Campaign Practices provided to all candidates and Pledge of Positive Campaigning.
Councilmember Gran supported voting on a positive note and expressed concern with negative campaigning in the City. He supported signing the Pledge of Positive Campaigning which should be part of the package.
He also said Council is responsible for the people that support them.
Councilmember Nehrenheim asked about personal lawsuits, personal attacks, and asked if this could be enforced.
Councilmember Gran noted lawsuits are part of the problems and supported getting to positive campaigns, being a step in the right direction.
Councilmember Nehrenheim asked how this would be defined.
Mayor Brand questioned what is considered positive or negative campaigning which can be based on interpretation.
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComments. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein to add the Pledge of Positive Campaigning form to the nomination papers. Motion passed with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran
NOES: Nehrenheim, Emdee
ABSENT: None
Mayor Brand vetoed the Council action by Ietter; 10/22/ 2020] P. 2. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS TO FILL THE YOUTH MEMBERS OF THE REDONDO BEACH YOUTH COMMISSION FOR 2020- 2021
Mayor Brand called for public comment via Zoom and eComment. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
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Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Gran, to approve appointments to fill the Youth Members of the Redondo Beach Youth Commission for 2020- 2021. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
P. 3. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT TO FILL AN
UNSCHEDULED VACANCY ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND APPOINTMENT TO THE
PRESERVATION COMMISSION
This item was continued to a future Council meeting.
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Councilmember Loewenstein noted complaints about mosquitos which should be addressed with Vector Control. He also suggested that community gardens be reviewed and also suggested that Council provide a brief biography letter about themselves.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Gran, to request staff to come back with a report from Vector Control about the mosquito population. Motion carried, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran
NOES: Emdee
ABSENT: None
Councilmember Gran asked about the status of the Cannabis Task Force. City Manager Hoefgen stated this will be an objective carrying forward into the next Strategic Plan.
Mayor Brand asked about the status of the inclusionary zoning for affordable housing. City Manager Hoefgen stated this should come back on November 17, 2020.
In response to Councilmember Loewenstein regarding the Reed' s apron, Councilmember Nehrenheim stated a meeting is to take place with himself, staff and the Mayor.
R. CLOSED SESSION — NONE
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — NONE
T. ADJOURNMENT: 1: 40 a. m.
T.I. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF PABLO & TERESA URISTA, PARENTS OF CITY EMPLOYEE
JAVIER URISTA
T. 2. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF COLE MICHAEL KEENER, BROTHER OF CITY EMPLOYEE RYAN TUCKER
T. 3. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF PAUL CONNOLLY, FORMER REDONDO BEACH CITY MANAGER T.4. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF AL ARIZMENDEZ, REDONDO BEACH COMMISSIONER T. 5. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF AMINA KHATUN, SISTER OF CITY EMPLOYEE DIDAR KHANDKER
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There being no further business to come before the City Council, Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adjourn the meeting at 1: 40 a. m., October 21, 2020 to an Adjourned Regular meeting to be held at 1: 00 p. m. ( Strategic Planning Session) on Thursday, October 29, 2020, in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California, via teleconference. Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Nehrenheim, Loewenstein, Horvath, Gran, Emdee
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Respectfully submitted,
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Eleanor Manzano, City Ckrk
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