Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, March 14, 2023
Closed Session — Special Meeting - 4:30 p.m.
Open Session — Regular Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
4:30 PM - CLOSED SESSION — SPECIAL MEETING
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
A Special Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim at 4:32 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi (arrived 4:35 p.m. via teleconference), Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Emdee, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION - None
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS - None E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NON -AGENDA ITEMS Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger reported receiving one eComment in opposition to Item No. F.4.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4:36 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess to Closed Session at 4:36 p.m. attended by City Manager Witzansky; City Attorney Webb; Assistant City Attorney Park; Human Resources Director Strickfaden; Waterfront & Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich; Outside Consultant Doug Johnson; Outside Leasing Agent Brian Campbell; Outside Legal Counsels John Welner Antony Nash, and Abby O'Brient. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Councilmember Obagi confirmed he posted the agenda at his remote location.
F. I. 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; Redondo Beach Professional & Supervisory Association; Redondo Beach City
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Employees' Association; Redondo Beach Teamsters; Redondo Beach Firefighters Association; and Management $ Confidential Employees
F.2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
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Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront $ Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
Redondo Beach Marina
207 N Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7503-029-903)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
George Moussalli
Samba by the Sea Restaurant
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:
Fisherman' s Wharf
203 and 240 Fisherman' s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 a portion of APN: 7505-002-934)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Robert Borgese
Owner of Waterfront Pizzeria & EI Cinco De Mayo Restaurants UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F.4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The closed session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
Portions of the Redondo Beach Marina Parking Lot and Seaside Lagoon Portions of 7503-029-900 and 7503-033-903)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Allen Sanford, BeachLife Festival, LLC
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UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F. 5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach
Appellate Case Number: B311039
F. 6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION- The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: BC682833
F. 7. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
Name of case:
Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach
Appellate Case Number: B315774
F.8. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
In re 9300 Wilshire LLC
Bankruptcy C.D. Cal. Case Number: 2: 23-bk-10918- ER
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — 6: 23 p.m.
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Emdee, Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi ( remotely), Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Cheryl Park, Assistant City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported that Mayor Brand joined in Closed Session.
City Manager Witzansky added that Councilmember Emdee joined in Closed Session; announced that under Item No. F.8. City Council authorized the City Attorney to intervene in the bankruptcy matter.
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ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
City Council concurred to adjourn the Closed Session at 6:24 p.m. to an Open Session Regular Meeting. 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 6:24 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Emdee, Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi ( remotely), Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Cheryl Park, Assistant City Attorney
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Loewenstein commended the RBPD and RBFD for the recent public safety open house; thanked residents for their patience regarding the paving work currently being undertaken and announced a District 2 community meeting on March 22, 2023, 6: 00 p. m., via Zoom.
Councilmember Horvath reported the District 3 community meeting will be held next week subject to announcement.
Councilmember Obagi thanked School Board candidates for attending the Candidate Forum; thanked volunteers who work on the community garden at Alta Vista; spoke about increased graffiti at Perry Park and urged residents to report it using the City's Graffiti Hotline.
Councilmember Emdee spoke about attending an event with Supervisor Holly Mitchell in honor of the Year of the Woman, where the honoree for the Second District was Valeria M. Lincoln ( 89 years old); addressed her education and background; noted she was the first, woman engineer for the Army Corp of Engineers and was responsible for writing the specifications to build the Marina del Rey Harbor, yet, because she was a woman, she was not allowed to visit the construction site. Councilmember Emdee thanked Public Works for their quick work in repairing a sink hole on Inglewood Avenue and thanked residents who attended her last community meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke about his recent community meeting; announced his upcoming community meeting; thanked voters for participating in the recent elections; commented favorably about the community garden build by volunteers and announced an upcoming Easter Extravaganza at Franklin Park.
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E. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
Councilmember Emdee requested moving Item No. P.2. prior to Item No. N. 1.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Obagi to approve the order of the agenda, as amended, moving Item No. P.2. to before Item No. N. 1. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano reported there will be an announcement of the final ballot count for the March 7, 2023 General Municipal Election on March 16, 2023 in the Council Chambers at noon.
F. AGENCY RECESS — 6: 37 p.m.
F. I. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY FINANCING AUTHORITY CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
F.2. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE REDONDO BEACH HOUSING AUTHORITY CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Emdee, Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi ( remotely), Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Cheryl Park, Assistant City Attorney
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS — ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file Blue Folder Items for Agenda Item Nos. H. 3., H.5., J. 1., and N. 1. and N. 5. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to approve the Consent Calendar except for Item No. HA.B. which was continued to allow staff to review the meeting video and make appropriate changes to the minutes of October 4, 2022. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. I. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 14, 2023
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
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CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 3. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE AN ARTIST LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH DODGE WILLIAMS FOR A LICENSE TO USE ORIGINAL ARTWORK DESIGN " TBD" AS PART OF THE UTILITY BOX PUBLIC ART PROGRAM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 350.00 FOR THE TERM MARCH 15, 2023 TO JULY 31, 2023.
2. APPROVE AN ARTIST LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH LAUREN MORALES FOR A LICENSE TO USE ORIGINAL ARTWORK DESIGN " KITES OVER REDONDO BEACH" AS PART OF THE UTILITY BOX PUBLIC ART PROGRAM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 350.00 FOR THE TERM MARCH 15, 2023 TO JULY 31, 2023.
3. APPROVE TERMS OF USE AGREEMENTS WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON AND SOCAL GAS TO PROVIDE ENERGY CONSUMPTION DATA TO PLACEWORKS, INC. FOR THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN UPDATE AT NO COST TO THE CITY UNTIL COMPLETED.
4. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH TRUELINE CONSTRUCTION & SURFACING, INC. FOR
INSTALLATION OF PICKLEBALL COURT STRIPING AT PERRY, FRANKLIN, AND ANDERSON PARKS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 34,993.87 FOR THE TERM MARCH 14, 2023 TO SEPTEMBER 13, 2023.
CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
HA. APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:
A. SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 SPECIAL S REGULAR MEETING
B. OCTOBER 4, 2022 REGULAR MEETING
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 5. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH TOTAL ACCESS ELEVATOR CORPORATION TO
REHABILITATE AND MODERNIZE THE ELEVATOR AT THE VETERANS PARK COMMUNITY CENTER FOR A COST TO THE CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND NOT TO EXCEED $ 161, 321 CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 6. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF TWO POLICE PATROL VEHICLES FROM MCGOVERN COMMERCIAL FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $82,768.70
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 7. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-025, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, LEASING CERTAIN PROPERTY AT 107 W. TORRANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE # 100 TO WATERFRONT EDUCATION, A 501. 3C
NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION APPROVE THE LEASE WITH WATERFRONT EDUCATION FOR A MONTHLY MINIMUM RENT OF $2,371, FOR A MONTH-TO- MONTH TERM, BEGINNING APRIL 1, 2023
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 8. APPROVE INSTALLATION OF ALL -WAY STOP CONTROLS AT THE INTERSECTION OF CLARK
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AVE AND STEINHART AVENUE
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 9. AUTHORIZE AN INCREASE TO THE CITY ENGINEER'S CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER AUTHORITY FOR AN ADDITIONAL $500,000 ABOVE THE CURRENT APPROVED LIMIT,
TO ASSIST IN EXPEDITING COMPLETION OF THE REDONDO BEACH TRANSIT CENTER PROJECT, JOB NO. 20120 AND THE KINGSDALE AVENUE WIDENING PROJECT, JOB NO 41150.. end
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 10. AUTHORIZE THE ADDITION OF PEDESTRIAN ENHANCEMENTS AND THE RESURFACING OF
AVE I IN RIVIERA VILLAGE, TO THE RESIDENTIAL STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT, JOB NO. 40190, CURRENTLY IN CONSTRUCTION, AND APPROVE A CHANGE ORDER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 358,306 TO THE SULLY -MILLER CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
FOR THE WORK AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY ENGINEER TO EXECUTE THE CHANGE ORDER CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 11. APPROVE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH JASON ADDISON SMITH
CONSULTING SERVICES, INC FOR BUILDING PLAN CHECK REVIEW SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL $ 30,000 FOR A NEW TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $ 75,000 FOR THE EXISTING TERM THROUGH FEBRUARY 8, 2024
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments on the Consent Calendar.
Wayne Craig spoke regarding Item No. HA.; referenced City Council meeting minutes of October 4, 2022; alleged the minutes do not accurately reflect what occurred in the meeting such as Councilmember Emdee slandering the public and him about creation of a website she did not like; stated he asked for an apology but never received it and asked that the clerk review the video of that meeting and include a statement that comments by Councilmember Emdee were made without City Council approval and that she accept all legal liability for any damages they have caused.
Julie Call, Executive Director of Waterfront Education, spoke regarding Item No. H.7., thanked the City for finding a temporary spot for her program and for its commitment to education in the harbor.
Mark Hansen, King Harbor Boater, thanked Ms. Call, Waterfront and Economic Development Director Kapovich and City staff for leading the process; expressed his appreciation to City Council for approving the funds for Ginsler and Associates to begin design work of the former Joe's Crab Shack site education facility.
There were no other public comments on this matter.
Councilmember Obagi referenced Item No. HA. and asked that the City Clerk's office review the video for the meeting of October 4, 2022 and make the appropriate changes.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC -2303-025.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS - None
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
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Erica Snow Robinson expressed her appreciation to Councilmembers Emdee and Horvath for their service and presented them with flowers.
Paul Weavers, Board Member, Perry Park Senior Club, mentioned a lunch provided by YMCA before the pandemic; reported it stopped during the pandemic and presented a petition from member of all three senior clubs in the City, asking to return the luncheon to Perry Park.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file documents submitted by Mr. Weavers. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file documents submitted by Mr. Maroko. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Ron Maroko reported the Historical Commission received a 100 -year old fire hydrant that was originally at Juanita and Serpentine; provided an update on the Path of History markers; spoke about the City's upcoming birthday; discussed Charter amendments and thanked Councilmember Horvath for his service.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file documents submitted by Mr. Ball. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Brent Ball, Sr. Vice President, Compass Commercial, referenced an offer made in a non- binding letter of intent to the City; noted he has not received a response to the letter; stated they offered over $18,000 per month to lease the former Joe's Crab Shack site; felt their concept will create community and a dog -friendly environment in the City and hoped City Council will consider their proposal.
Niki Negrete-Mitchell, District 3, spoke about a debunked narrative that continues to be perpetuated and discussed allegations that her property was purchased, knowingly relative to consideration of a walking/ bike path along abandoned railways.
Wayne Craig, District 1, referenced an article in the Easy Reader he said contains false information regarding ROW PAC; noted they promised to publish a retraction; reported the PAC did not support any candidates running for election; spoke about Rescue Our Waterfront; referenced a Facebook page he said is moderated by Councilmember Emdee; that she, along with members of the public are trying to intimidate people from speaking and that she is a moderator of a hate -filled page spreading false information noting she assumes liability for all content.
Brandon Katawara expressed concern regarding the use of armed Police Officers patrolling the Boardwalk at the Redondo Beach Pier; believed that is a poor use of City resources and detrimental to the ambiance of a recreation environment; suggested using unarmed chaperones to patrol high traffic areas and using designated pedestrian walkways within a designated cycling path.
Councilmember Emdee reported that City Council will discuss the matter in April.
City Clerk Manzano reported there were no eComments or speakers on Zoom for this item and there were no other public comments on this item.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS - None
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - None
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
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N. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE SUBMITTAL OF OFFICIAL COMMENTS TO THE
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY ( METRO)
REGARDING THE METRO C ( GREEN) LINE EXTENSION TO TORRANCE PROJECT DRAFT
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Forbes narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the Administrative Report.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke about the Hawthorne option; urged residents to fight for the Hawthorne option as it will affect residents' quality of life; stated he is willing to spend the time it takes to made the letter to Metro, as factual as possible and reported he was able to convince the Galleria to support the Hawthorne option.
Discussion followed regarding Planning Commission review, the best way to comment on the DEIR and Metro' s obligation to respond to comments on the DEIR.
City Attorney Webb stated his office has not been involved in the matter but may be involved in the future and recommended commenting on the DEIR by pointing out defects and posing questions.
Councilmember Obagi stated he would like to include any and all comments made by residents ( including Niki Negrete- Mitchell), Blue Folder Items, Council and staff in the letter, related to the DEIR; pointed out defects in the DEIR, including Section 3.8-2. 1 ( Geology and Soils) and land failures adjacent to RSA, due to construction activities on the ROW and commented on the routing of the high -frequency bus.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim added that Council should think about engaging legal teams, early on.
Councilmember Loewenstein commented on the high -frequency bus and spoke about the need to address a mailer produced by Torrance Transit that was highly biased and inaccurate in terms of the ROW versus the Hawthorne option; expressed concern about the line running through backyards; encouraged the District 3 incoming Council representative to take a stand on this matter and talked about residents supporting each other throughout the City. Additionally, he suggested corrections to the letter, specifically under Biological Impacts; discussed emphasis on the "quiet zones" and the location of ambient noise measurements and noted he will continue to support the Hawthorne option.
Councilmember Emdee stated there are more options to consider than the three; felt the high -frequency bus is one of the better options and noted that some of the Metro Board Members question whether South Bay residents will use the Metro. She agreed with Public Works in that if Metro chooses no project alternative or high -frequency bus alternative, the money has to be redirected into South Bay projects; felt that should be included in the letter and urged the public to comment on the DEIR and be open to other alternatives.
Councilmember Horvath agreed with Councilmember Emdee; added that the South Bay is a major donor to Metro and does not receive the same ROI; spoke about using the ROW as an alternate form of transportation; noted that Metro will look at other options, but these must be proposed to them and stressed that it will take a concerted effort by Council with Supervisors and other Metro Board Members. He suggested being specific with the points under each subsection and being as pointed as possible in the letter; agreed with stating support for the Hawthorne option but also stating support other options and recommended placing other specific questions in bullet points.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file
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documents submitted by Mr. Mitchell. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Kevin Mitchell spoke about Metro's goal to connect the South Bay with North Hollywood; discussed the need to consider destinations as the primary driver for ridership; stated the South Bay needs revitalization to be relevant as an urban destination; supported the Hawthorne Boulevard option and felt it should be the preferred option that all cities should get behind.
Niki Negrete- Mitchell, District 3, reported sending a . pdf file regarding the Rexton sinkhole as well as other pertinent documents; spoke about an undocumented old ROW sinkhole near 190th, a condemned house near Manhattan Beach due to clay soils and foundational damage, noise and vibration; specified updates to the letter relative to ambient noise and habitat areas; felt Metro should provide mitigation requirements to protect local wildlife and addressed the Hawthorne Boulevard option.
Kimberly Gillen urged Googling, " Hermosa Beach homeowner battles City over owl"; discussed the effects of the Metro project on natural habitat areas; referenced recent derailments; spoke about increases in crime due to the light rail and noted the importance of doing things the right way, not the cheap way.
Holly Osborne, District 5, discussed errors in the DEIR relative to the width of the ROW; reviewed a series of drawings she submitted to Council; addressed access for maintenance, errors in measurements, distances between the light rail and heavy rail and commented on the various options.
Discussion followed regarding relocation of the pipelines, as needed and easements.
Councilmember Obagi requested that a Word version of the document be circulated once all of the comments including from tonight's meeting) have been incorporated into the letter.
George Gillen felt ROW should be renamed ROI; stated he was told that moving near a transit station would increase his property value; believed that having rails run through residential properties will negatively impact his property; questioned the integrity of the DEIR; felt the ROW option is absurd; discussed the proximity to the McCormick Ambulance Station and potential impacts to public safety coverage.
Wayne Craig, District 1, spoke about negative impacts to residents; noted the concern of the Redondo Beach Fire Department relative to access; urged residents not to give up and commented on the City fighting for its residents.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim shared a video of a BNSF freight train from the Metro.
Discussion followed regarding the production of lights from trains at stations, whether light pollution was addressed and concerns about noise, lighting and impacts to traffic at crossings.
Councilmember Obagi reviewed proposed additions, questions and edits to the letter.
Discussion followed regarding the transporting of hazardous materials via rail, the DEIR addressing views but not glare and lighting and mitigation measures for protecting cats in the area.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment in support of the item.
Taylor Lutton displayed a YouTube video of an elevated train traveling only feet from residential backyards.
There were no other public comments on this matter.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to direct staff to include all of the comments provided in the letter to Metro, forward a Word version of the letter to all Councilmembers and
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including a referral to the City Attorney to agendize, for Closed Session, the retention of an environmental lawyer to assist the City in asserting its interest with regards to Metro's decision. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING IMPLEMENTATION OF A REDONDO
BEACH FIRE DEPARTMENT RISK BASED FIRE INSPECTION ( RBFI) PROGRAM CONTACT: PATRICK BUTLER, INTERIM FIRE CHIEF
Interim RBFD Fire Chief Butler introduced Acting Fire Marshall Brian Regan; spoke about the value of fire prevention and presented details of the proposed risk-based fire inspection program.
City Manager Witzansky added that the program will help improve efficiency and will allow the City to implement a more -strategic program that staff could use to tailor the City's fee structure.
Discussion followed regarding actual value and actual inspections, focusing on high- priority cases, promoting a culture of safety, getting input from residents, considering the possibility of a self -inspection program, required state mandates, fire suppression, considering installing cameras, implementing a sticker on fire extinguishers with information regarding the deadline for the next inspection and fees.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, approve implementation of a Redondo Beach Fire Department risk-based fire inspection (RBFI) program, give flexibility to the Fire Chief to adjust the program, as needed, moving forward, direct staff to seek reimbursement from the state from the unfunded mandates for the program and return to City Council with any substantive changes in the program.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to consider Item No. N.5. after 11: 00 p.m.
Substitute motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to consider Items No.
N. 3., NA., O. and Q. and adjourn the meeting. The motion carried 3- 2 with Councilmembers Emdee and Horvath, opposed.
N. 3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING DEVELOPMENT OF A WAYFINDING
SIGNAGE PROGRAM FOR ALTERNATIVE MODES OF TRANSPORTATION IN THE CITY CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
City Engineer Winje narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the development of a wayfinding signage program for alternative modes of transportation in the City.
Discussion followed regarding looking at examples of directional signs, picking sensible points of destination, the LTN and partnering with them to seek Metro funding for full implementation, prioritizing areas of interest including the Aviation track, the bike path and Anderson Park, the high school, Dominguez Park, the Strand, the Pier, Riviera Village, Alta Vista, Wilderness Park, the South Bay Social District, North Redondo, the North Redondo bike path, Artesia Boulevard, middle schools, Grant Avenue, libraries, Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach and getting input from the South Bay Bicycle Coalition and the Public Works Commission.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to receive and file the report and
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take direction per City Council. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
NA. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING CEREMONIAL ACTIVITIES FOR INCOMING
AND OUTGOING CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
CONTACT: MIKE WITZANSKY, CITY MANAGER
City Manager Witzansky presented details of the Administrative Report.
Discussion followed regarding scheduling the ceremonial activities on a separate night than a regular City Council meeting.
There was City Council consensus to schedule ceremonial activities for incoming and outgoing Councilmembers before the regular City Council meeting of April 4, 2023.
N. 5. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO CURTAIL THE PARKING OF VEHICLES FOR SALE
ON MAJOR ROADWAYS
CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
This matter was continued to the next City Council meeting.
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky spoke about multiple water line breaks along Inglewood Avenue and provided a status update.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
P. I. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING COMMEMORATING JUNETEENTH AS AN ANNUAL CELEBRATION ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-026, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA
COMMEMORATING JUNETEENTH AS AN ANNUAL CELEBRATION
This matter was continued to the next City Council meeting.
P.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING RECOGNIZING JUNE AS PRIDE MONTH
AND THE OPTIONS AND COSTS FOR RAISING THE PRIDE FLAG IN FRONT OF CITY HALL ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-027 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA RECOGNIZING JUNE AS PRIDE MONTH
Assistant to the City Manager Hause presented details of the Administrative Report and discussed flagpole location options for consideration.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim expressed the importance of community input on this item.
Councilmember Horvath spoke about the City being inclusive and diverse; thanked staff for their effort on this matter; discussed the need for leadership and noted support for the flag and not the new flagpoles.
Councilmember Loewenstein reported he was witness to the Westboro Baptist Church protesting at the high school; felt this is a nice step to show that the Redondo Beach community welcomes everyone and spoke in support of flying the Pride flag but not the new flagpoles.
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Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim talked about strength through unity; discussed the importance of uplifting and educating people; noted the importance of action and education on social media and reiterated the importance of community input relative to flying the Pride flag.
Councilmember Obagi spoke about representing same- sex clients and discrimination and voiced support for flying the Pride flag.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comment on this item.
Frank Hanzel, District 5, discussed noteworthy LGBTQ history; urged the City to honor its history by flying the Pride flag in June, each year and encouraged City Council to adopt the resolution.
Gary Mlynek, District 5, urged City Council not to fly the flag; said the City would be promoting a small minority and hoped the City will fly the Christian flag.
Jonatan Cvetko, District 1, spoke about the importance of being acknowledged and recognized; urged City Council to fly the Pride flag and to provide a safe space for the LGBTQ community, long-term and offered to make a donation to cover the costs.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving 18 eComments on this item, 13 opposed and 5 in support.
There were no other public comments.
Councilmember Emdee spoke about the LGBTQ community being persecuted; noted that raising the flag for one month sends a message that Redondo Beach is inclusive; felt that inviting the community for additional input would increase the chances of there being conflict and spoke about erring on the side of inclusiveness.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-027 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA RECOGNIZING JUNE AS PRIDE MONTH and direct staff to raise the Pride flag on the existing flagpole, under the American flag.
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303- 027 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA RECOGNIZING JUNE AS PRIDE MONTH and direct staff to raise the Pride flag on the existing flagpole, this year, under the American flag and direct the community engagement board or the Public Arts Commission to develop other permanent fixtures (like the MLK bench) that could be featured at City Hall, that espouses pride in the LGBTQ community.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim offered a friendly amendment to direct the Historical Commission to identify actions by the City in its history, that celebrated/ celebrates the LGBTQ community.
Amended Substitute Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-027 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA RECOGNIZING JUNE AS PRIDE MONTH and direct staff to raise the Pride flag on the existing flagpole, this year, under the American flag and direct the community engagement board or the Public Arts Commission to develop other permanent fixtures (like the MLK bench) that could be featured at City Hall, that espouses pride in the LGBTQ community and direct the Historical Commission to identify actions by the City in its history, that celebrated/ celebrates the LGBTQ community. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC -2303-027.
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City Council returned to Item No. N and followed the rest of the agenda, as presented.
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim requested an update on the Project Moonstone referral and updates to the anti - camping ordinance.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim to direct staff to return with an update on Project Moonstone and on the anti -camping ordinance, at the first City Council meeting in April.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, City Manager Witzansky provided an update on efforts seeking contract legal help pertaining to the Office of the City Attorney for the Charter Review Committee.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to direct staff to return to the April 11, 2023, City Council meeting with a discussion and possible action on Phase 2 of the County Fire study and the use of money set aside for a third party study. The motion carried 4- 1 with Councilmember Horvath, opposed.
Brief discussion followed regarding review of the cannabis ordinance.
Councilmember Obagi requested a BRR on the modular rebuilding of Fire Stations 1 and 2.
Councilmember Emdee requested a BRR on fixing the median at the end of Faber.
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - None
R.I. 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; Redondo Beach Professional & Supervisory Association; Redondo Beach City Employees' Association; Redondo Beach Teamsters; Redondo Beach Firefighters Association; and Management & Confidential Employees
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:
Redondo Beach Marina
207 N Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7503- 029-903)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
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George Moussalli
Samba by the Sea Restaurant
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
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
Fisherman' s Wharf
203 and 240 Fisherman' s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 a portion of APN: 7505-002-934)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Robert Borgese
Owner of Waterfront Pizzeria & EI Cinco De Mayo Restaurants UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R.4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The closed session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
Portions of the Redondo Beach Marina Parking Lot and Seaside Lagoon Portions of 7503-029-900 and 7503-033-903)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Allen Sanford, Beachl-ife Festival, LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R.5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach
Appellate Case Number: B311039
R.6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION- The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach, et al.
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Case Number: BC682833
R.7. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL. COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach
Appellate Case Number: 8315774
R.8. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)( 1).
Name of case:
In re 9300 Wilshire LLC
Bankruptcy C. D. Cal. Case Number: 2:23-bk-10918-ER
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — None
T. ADJOURNMENT: 11: 45 p.m.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Horvath seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to adjourn the meeting at 11: 45 p.m., to an Adjourned Regular meeting to be held at 4:30 p. m. ( Closed Session) and a Regular meeting to be held at 6:00 p. m. ( Open Session) on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in the Redondo Beach City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
All written comments submitted via eComment are included in the record and available for public review on the City website.
Respectfully submitted,
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E eanor Manzano, City CI
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