Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Closed Session - Adjourned Regular Meeting - 4:30 p. m.
Open Session —Regular Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
4:30 PM - CLOSED SESSION —ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim at 4:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Emdee, Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi ( via teleconference), Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: 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 NONAGENDA ITEMS - None F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4:35 p.m.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adjourn to Closed Session at 4:35 p.m. attended by City Manager Witzansky, City Attorney Webb, Assistant City Attorney Park, Waterfront & Economic Development Director Kapovich, Outside Leasing Agent Brian Campbell, and Council Consultant Doug Johnson. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
F. I. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront $ Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
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
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UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F. 2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront $ Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
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.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:
International Boardwalk
132 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
A portion of APN: 7505-002-932)
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Adam Goldberg, The Brews Hall
Joe Smith, Project Barley
Jacob Moreno, Redondo Sports Fishing
Jason Kolb, Scholb Premium Ales
Andrew Fowler, Los Angeles Ale Works
Dave Davis, Hermosa Brewing Co.
Miguel Escobar, Gypset
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
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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
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F.5. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The closed session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
230 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
A portion of APN: 7505-002-932)
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Brent Ball, Pawfe' Puppy Shop $ Cafe
Mike Leigh, Karachi Boys Restaurant
Rob Ury, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Lucas Lassone, Epstein $ Associates
Greta Wells, BCV Architecture Group
Alex Hertz, The Model Group
Bret White, HOA Brands
Doug Oleff, Chalk Pre -School
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F. 6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL AND LABOR NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Sec. 54957.6.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Diane Strickfaden, Director of Human Resources
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS:
Redondo Beach Police Officers Association; Redondo Beach Police Management Unit; Redondo Beach Professional $ Supervisory Association; Redondo Beach City Employees' Association; Redondo Beach Teamsters; Redondo Beach Firefighters Association; and Management & Confidential Employees
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:
Chris Sosenko v. City of Redondo Beach
WCAB Number: ADJ11378904
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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:
Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach
Appellate Case Number: B311039
F.9. 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:
Saeko Friggle v. John Soumi, Rasha Vivian Soumi, John Soumi and Rasha Vivian Soumi, Trustees of the JR TRUST, City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 20STCV39369
F. 10. 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
F. 11. 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. 12. 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
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — 6: 23 p.m.
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present:
Councilmembers Absent:
Officials Present:
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Emdee, Horvath, Loewenstein, Obagi ( remotely), Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Mayor Brand
Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported that Mayor Brand joined in Closed Session as well as Councilmember Obagi via teleconference.
City Manager Witzansky added that City Attorney Webb joined in Closed Session for all items and Outside Legal Counsel John Weiner joined for Items No. F. 8., F. 11., and F. 12. and reported that Eric Strosner joined for Item No. F.7.
J. 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 ( via teleconference), Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
D.I. MAYOR'S PROCLAMATION OF MARCH 2023 AS RED CROSS MONTH Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim presented a Proclamation declaring March 2023 as Red Cross Month to Red Cross Executive Director for the Greater L.A. Chapter, South Bay, Amy Papageorges and Community Volunteer Leader Dan Thomas. Ms. Papageorges expressed her appreciation to Mr. Thomas for his work and to the City for its acknowledgement and support.
Councilmember Loewenstein announced the District 2 community meeting on March 22, 2023 at 6:00 p.m., via Zoom, and listed items for discussion at the meeting.
Councilmember Horvath announced the District 3 community meeting on March 22, 2023 at 6:00 p.m., via Zoom.
Councilmember Obagi congratulated the election winners and everyone who ran; encouraged the public to read and submit comments on the Metro DEIR and stated he will schedule his community meeting soon.
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Councilmember Emdee commented favorably on her attendance at a recent Northrup Grumman Management Club meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim congratulated everyone who ran in the recent election; thanked the Public Works Department for keeping the water flowing and moving and adding a stop sign in front of Trader Joe' s.
E. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
Councilmember Loewenstein requested moving Item No. P. 1. to immediately after Item No. M.2.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to approve the order of the agenda, as amended, moving Item No. P. 1. to immediately after Item No. M.2. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Councilmember Obagi confirmed posting the agenda at his remote location.
F. AGENCY RECESS - None
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 Items Nos. H. 8, J. 1, M.2, N. 1, N. 2 and N. 5. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to approve the Consent Calendar except for Items No. H. 8. and H. 10., which were pulled for separate consideration. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. 1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 21, 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
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 3. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 28809-28834 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 25,145.69, PD. 2/ 17/23 DIRECT DEPOSIT 259725-260282 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 1, 986,747.62, PD. 2/ 17/23 CHECKS 28835-28862 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 27,387.64, PD. 3/3/23 DIRECT DEPOSIT 260283-260833 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,024,491. 86, PD. 3/3/23 CHECKS 28863-28895 IN THE AMOUNT OF $33,767.86, PD. 3/ 17/23 DIRECT DEPOSIT 260834-261385 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,030,969.01, PD. 3/ 17/23 EFT/ACH $8, 648. 16, PD. 2/ 17/23 (PP2304)
EFT/ACH $377,223.30, PD. 2/21/ 23 (PP2304)
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 107513- 107975 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 4,693,388.80
EFT CALPERS MEDICAL INSURANCE $409,344.53
DIRECT DEPOSIT 100006938-100007036 IN THE AMOUNT OF $94,154.84,
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PD.3/ 1/ 23
REPLACEMENT DEMAND 107512
CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
HA. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH SECTRAN SECURITY, INC. TO INCREASE THE FEE BY TEN PERCENT ( 10%) FOR ARMORED VEHICLE SERVICES TO
SECURE PICKUP OF CASH AND CHECKS FROM VARIOUS CITY FACILITIES AND DELIVER THEM TO THE BANK EFFECTIVE MARCH 1, 2023 THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2025.
2. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH RINGCENTRAL, INC. AND AVAYA, INC. FOR THE AVAYA CLOUD OFFICE UNIFIED COMMUNICATIONS CLOUD HOSTED PHONE SYSTEM ADDING 100 LOCAL NUMBER LICENSES FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $ 8,982 FOR THE EXISTING TERM THROUGH JULY 18, 2025.
CONTACT: LORI YAMASAKA, ACTING FINANCE DIRECTOR
H.5. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. CC -3255-23, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTIONS 3- 1. 09 AND 3- 1. 10 TO TITLE 3, CHAPTER 1 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE FOR BICYCLE STORAGE AT THE CITY TRANSIT CENTER FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION.
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
H. 6. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3253-23 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5, COASTAL LAND USE IMPLEMENTING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO
SETBACKS OF ACCESSORY STRUCTURES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES AND OTHER
PROJECTIONS IN ALL ZONES AND DETERMINING SUCH AMENDMENTS AS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT. FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H. 7. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-030, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL BOOK
OF CLASS SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PART-TIME PAY PLAN
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 8. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Emdee for separate consideration.
H. 9. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-031, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, LEASING CERTAIN PROPERTY TO MI YOUNG KIM, AN INDIVIDUAL, DBA INTERNATIONAL ICE CREAM.
APPROVE A LEASE WITH MI YOUNG KIM, AN INDIVIDUAL, DBA INTERNATIONAL ICE CREAM FOR THE PREMISES AT 110 INTERNATIONAL BOARDWALK FOR A MONTHLY AMOUNT OF 1, 147.50 WITH AN ANNUAL 3% BASE RENT INCREASE FOR THE TERM OF MARCH 21, 2023 THROUGH MARCH 20, 2028.
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR
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H. 10. This Item was pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim for separate consideration.
H. 11. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-029 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA PROHIBITING OVERNIGHT PARKING AT THE REDONDO BEACH TRANSIT CENTER PARKING LOTS LOCATED AT 1519 KINGSDALE AVENUE AND 1521 KINGSDALE AVENUE
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
H. 12. RECEIVE AND FILE THE 2022 GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS
REPORTS WHICH WILL BE SUBMITTED TO THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND STATE OFFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H. 13. APPROVE A SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF 2022 STATE HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM GRANT FUNDING ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-032 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, MODIFYING THE ADOPTED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 TO APPROPRIATE $40,000 IN GRANT YEAR 2022 STATE HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM (SHSP) GRANT FUNDS CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H. 14. RECEIVE AND FILE THE MONTHLY UPDATE TO THE SIX-MONTH STRATEGIC PLAN OBJECTIVES ADOPTED BY CITY COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 CONTACT: ELIZABETH HAUSE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER H. 15. APPROVE FOUR SIDE LETTER AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH
AND THE REDONDO BEACH PROFESSIONAL AND SUPERVISORY ASSOCIATION, REDONDO
BEACH CITY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION, REDONDO BEACH FIREFIGHTERS' ASSOCIATION
AND REDONDO BEACH TEAMSTERS UNIT TO INCREASE HEALTH INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS IN 2023 FOR EMPLOYEE, EMPLOYEE PLUS ONE, AND FAMILY HEALTH
INSURANCE PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS APPROVE AN UPDATED PAY AND BENEFITS PLAN
FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEE GROUP TO INCREASE HEALTH INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS IN 2023 FOR EMPLOYEE, EMPLOYEE PLUS ONE, AND FAMILY
HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS
APPROVE A SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT AMENDING THE JANUARY 1, 2021 TO DECEMBER 31, 2023 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE REDONDO BEACH
PROFESSIONAL AND SUPERVISORY ASSOCIATION AND THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH APPROVE A SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT AMENDING THE JANUARY 1, 2021 TO DECEMBER 31, 2023 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE REDONDO BEACH CITY
EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION AND THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH
APPROVE A SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT AMENDING THE JULY 1, 2020 TO JUNE 30, 2024
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE REDONDO BEACH FIREFIGHTERS'
ASSOCIATION AND THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH
APPROVE A SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT AMENDING THE JANUARY 1, 2021 TO DECEMBER 31, 2023 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE REDONDO BEACH
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TEAMSTERS PUBLIC, PROFESSIONAL AND MEDICAL EMPLOYEES, UNION LOCAL 911 AND
THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-34, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE PAY AND BENEFITS PLAN
FOR MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES
CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES H. 16. APPROVE A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION FOR THE CALIFORNIA AUTOMATED PERMIT PROCESSING PROGRAM IN AN AMOUNT OF $ 60,000 WITH A TERM ENDING ON MARCH 30, 2027
CONTACT: LUKE SMUDE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
H. 17. REGRETFULLY ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF COMMISSIONER VANESSA M. VOGELSANG
FROM THE HOUSING AUTHORITY AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO POST THE VACANCY.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 18. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF A DODGE STAKE BED TRUCK FROM VAN NUYS CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM UTILIZING $ 80,553.15 OF 2020 STATE HOMELAND SECURITY PROGRAM
GRANT FUNDS, AND AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF THE RELATED PROCUREMENT
DOCUMENTS
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
Councilmember Obagi commended City Manager Witzansky for bringing forward Item No. H. 15.
Councilmember Emdee pulled Item No. H. 8. from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim pulled Item No. H. 10. Regarding Item No. H. 15., he noted that the City provides healthcare for its employees and stated that even though the City is currently not in negotiations, it is updating the employee package as the City recognizes rising costs.
There were no public comments on the Consent Calendar.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Ordinances No. CC -3255-23, 3253-23, and Resolutions No. CC -2303-030, CC -2303-031, CC -2303-029, CC -2303-032 and CC -2303- 34.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H. 8. DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE MARCH 7, 2023 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC -2303-033, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2023, DECLARING THE
RESULTS AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
Councilmember Emdee discussed the ballot measures that passed and noted they will make the City more efficient and help the City save money.
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City Manager Witzansky spoke about the measures making the City more effective in terms of contracting services; added that City will be able to balance workforce efforts with contract supplemental project support.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim added that the election results demonstrated resident support for effective change; thanked the Charter Review Advisory Committee for their work on this matter and commented on next steps.
Councilmember Loewenstein commented on Charter Amendment No. 5.
Councilmember Obagi spoke favorably regarding initiation of the Charter Review Advisory Committee and the Charter Amendments.
Eugene Solomon thanked the public for participating in the recent election; encouraged residents to contact him with questions or concerns and noted his election demonstrates that one can run a positive campaign and win a competitive race. He spoke positively on the Charter Review Advisory Committee and commended voters for their support of the Charter Amendments.
Arnette Travis thanked residents of District 3 for electing Paige Kaluderovic for City Council; commented on the special meeting called to consider whether District 3 Councilmember Horvath resided in Redondo Beach and on the behavior of Candice Nafissi contributing to Paige Kaluderovic's victory.
Arthur Schaper commented on the ranked choice voting amendment; noted he has seen the same in the Bay area and reported increased incidents of voter fraud and felt it is not a good idea.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to DECLARE THE RESULTS OF THE MARCH 7, 2023 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION and ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO.
CC -2303-033, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH,
CALIFORNIA RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2023, DECLARING THE RESULTS AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC -2303-033.
H. 10. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH SEAGRAVE FIRE APPARATUS, LLC FOR THE SOLE
SOURCE PURCHASE OF A SEAGRAVE FIRE ENGINE FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 1, 032,000 FROM THE VEHICLE REPLACEMENT FUND ADOPT BY 415THS VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION CC -2303-028, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET MODIFICATION TO APPROPRIATE $ 1, 032,000 FROM THE VEHICLE REPLACEMENT FUND TO THE PUBLIC WORKS 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR OPERATING BUDGET TO REPLACE And
OUTFIT A NEW FIRE ENGINE
CONTACT: PATRICK BUTLER, FIRE CHIEF
Fire Chief Butler presented details of the Administrative Report.
Discussion followed regarding the fire engine specifications, the ages of existing equipment, backup engines, engines currently in operation, accelerating procurement out of the Vehicle Replacement Fund, building capacity and upgrading the quality of the reserve units.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments on this item.
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Wayne Craig spoke in support of the item and encouraged City Council to approve it.
Discussion followed regarding the balance of the Vehicle Replacement Fund and costs for outfitting an engine.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to APPROVE AN
AGREEMENT WITH SEAGRAVE FIRE APPARATUS, LLC FOR THE SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF A SEAGRAVE FIRE ENGINE FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 1, 032,000 FROM THE VEHICLE REPLACEMENT FUND ADOPT BY 4/5THS VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION CC -2303-028, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING A 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET MODIFICATION TO APPROPRIATE $ 1, 032,000 FROM THE VEHICLE REPLACEMENT FUND TO THE PUBLIC WORKS 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR OPERATING BUDGET TO REPLACE And OUTFIT A NEW FIRE ENGINE. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC -2303-028.
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
J. 1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public Arthur Schaper felt the City should revisit and reject the Pride resolution and waiving of the Pride flag; spoke about veterans only getting one day; opposed the City celebrating " perversion" for an entire month; talked about exclusion within the Pride movement; discussed the general public and other groups suffering as LGBT ideology is shoved in their faces.
Gary Mlynek, spoke in opposition to the City celebrating Pride month and suggested the public watch the movie, 'Whose Children are They?".
Holly Osborne referenced documents she submitted at the last City Council meeting; noted it has several errors and stated she would be happy to correct them before the City includes it in the draft letter of comments to the Metro DEIR.
Scott Carter, San Pedro, shared that he used to sail with a rainbow on his windsurfing sail in Redondo Beach; spoke about it being turned into a political flag for homosexuals; opined that flying the Pride flag gives the wrong impression and discussed the thousands of engineers, scientists and aerospace workers and first responders in the City, that have never been saluted.
Sondra Segall, via Zoom, commended and thanked outgoing Councilmembers Emdee and Horvath for their service and great work while putting up with a lot of abuse and encouraged the remaining Councilmembers and Mayor not to ignore the voices of residents, even when they do not agree with your positions.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment for this item.
Niki Negrete-Mitchell, District 3, reported that EI Nido Park used to be a cemetery; spoke about the possibility of unmarked graves and thanked Council for its good nature representation of Redondo Beach residents.
Candace Nafissi, District 3, via Zoom, thanked her supporters during the recent election; hoped that new Councilmembers will understand that Redondo Beach is one community, with several issues of importance; wished Councilmember Horvath good luck; reported twelve of his neighbors reached out to her to let her know he was not living in Redondo Beach; congratulated Eugene Solomon for winning the City Treasurer seat; thanked Scott Baron for winning District 5 and reminded the public that the Metro DEIR deadline is coming up and encouraged residents to provide their comments and questions before the deadline, in support of the
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Hawthorne option.
Polly Kinsinger, District 3, thanked outgoing Councilmembers Emdee and Horvath for their service.
There were no other public comments.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS - None
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - None
M. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO CURTAIL THE PARKING OF VEHICLES FOR SALE
ON MAJOR ROADWAYS
CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Webb presented details of the Administrative Report; discussed ordinances in other cities, challenges and Federal and State court rulings and suggested sending the matter to the Public Works Commission with input from Police Enforcement and Parking Control, to report on current methods of enforcement and stated if Council chooses, he will return, with an ordinance, to the next City Council meeting.
Discussion followed regarding whether parking of vehicles for sale on major roadways causes a hindrance to the line of sight, the possibility of prohibiting parking during rush hour, existing signs, specific items in Blue Folder Items regarding this matter, increasing chances of this becoming an issue once again and commercial vehicles blocking the line of sight.
Police Chief Hoffman reported that Inglewood Avenue from Artesia, north, is a truck route; stated commercial vehicles are allowed to park on Inglewood Avenue up to Artesia Boulevard, north and spoke about enforcement where signs are posted.
Councilmember Emdee spoke in support of an ordinance, adding that the matter will become a serious issue if something is not done.
Discussion continued regarding other possible parking limits that could be imposed, laying out an adequate foundation to regulate free speech ( advertising the vehicle for sale), looking at alternate laws that do not regulate speech, establishment of truck routes within the Municipal Code and other areas in the City with established truck routes.
There were no public comments on this matter.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to refer the item to the Public Works Commission to review restricting private vehicles for sale on major roadways and other laws that could be enforced to address the problem, including whether Section 3-7.903 of the Municipal Code, regarding truck routes, needs to be revised, with input from the RBPD. The motion carried, 4- 1; Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim dissenting.
M.2. 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
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Assistant to the City Manager Hause presented details of the Administrative Report.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke about commemorating Juneteenth as an annual celebration.
Councilmember Obagi spoke about systemic racism continuing to permeate the government and employees in California and suggested developing ways to increase education on the subject.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to 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, have the Historical and Library Commissions evaluate options in May to help elevate and educate members of the public on social media and in the Library. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC -2303-026.
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. I. 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 (DEIR)
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Forbes provided a brief report and discussed comments to the Metro DEIR from City Council and residents.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Kevin Mitchell, District 3, thanked the City for its response to the DEIR; addressed the Hawthorne Boulevard option and spoke about avoiding negative impacts to businesses north of Manhattan Beach Boulevard.
Discussion followed regarding the possibility of mitigating impacts to the nearby dealership and having Metro evaluate revised alignments.
Niki Negrete-Mitchell, thanked the City for generating the letter providing comments and questions to the Metro DEIR and spoke about negative impacts to air quality.
Wayne Craig encouraged the public to comment on the Metro DEIR.
Eugene Solomon spoke about Metro not relying on vibration studies but rather on OSHA guidelines; encouraged the City to review whether a vibration study was conducted for the area and addressed potential economic impacts.
Holly Osborne asked about the process for correcting her comments and Community Services Director Forbes instructed her to email her corrected comments to her and Councilmembers.
Nancy Skiba, District 4, agreed with Ms. Mitchell about negative impacts to air quality.
Candace Nafissi, District 3, via Zoom, suggested the City strengthen several points in the letter including the City's biodiversity, protection of owl nests; believed Public Safety should be its own bullet point; requested
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including a link to an L.A. Times article regarding the subject.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to approve 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 ( DEIR), as amended, incorporating the latest comments, as discussed and direct staff to add links to the DEIR on the City's website and suggested sending out postcards in the future. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N.2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE DOMINGUEZ PARK PLAYGROUND
EQUIPMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE DOMINGUEZ PARK PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, JOB NO. 30730, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK
TO ADVERTISE THE PROJECT FOR COMPETITIVE BIDDING
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Public Works Director Semaan, introduced the item and Civil Engineer Charles Eder and Community Services Senior Management Analyst Kelly Orta and deferred to Civil Engineer Eder for a report.
Civil Engineer Eder and Senior Management Analyst Orta narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the Dominguez Park playground equipment proposed improvement project.
Discussion followed regarding exploring making the pathway continuous around the park, existing physical constraints and considering adding seating.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Horvath, seconded by Councilmember Emdee, to APPROVE THE PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE DOMINGUEZ PARK PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, JOB NO. 30730, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE THE PROJECT FOR COMPETITIVE BIDDING, and direct staff to explore making the pathway continuous around the park and consider the addition of seating. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N.3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE PURCHASE OF AN ONLINE
AUTOMATED BUILDING PERMIT AND INSPECTION SOFTWARE PROGRAM
APPROVE A PROJECT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CITYTECH SOLUTIONS, A DIVISION OF CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR THE PROVISION, IMPLEMENTATION AND
MAINTENANCE OF AN ONLINE AUTOMATED BUILDING PERMIT AND INSPECTION
APPLICATION FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM WITH TWO OPTIONAL ONE-YEAR RENEWALS, WITH $ 109,600 DUE IN YEAR ONE, AND ONGOING LICENSE AND MAINTENANCE COSTS OF 72,600 IN YEARS TWO AND THREE
CONTACT: LUKE SMUDE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
Assistant to the City Manager Smude presented details of the Administrative Report.
Members of Council commented favorably on the new process and software.
There were no public comments on this item.
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Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to APPROVE A PROJECT
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CITYTECH SOLUTIONS, A DIVISION OF CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR THE PROVISION, IMPLEMENTATION AND MAINTENANCE OF AN ONLINE
AUTOMATED BUILDING PERMIT AND INSPECTION APPLICATION FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM WITH TWO OPTIONAL ONE-YEAR RENEWALS, WITH $ 109,600 DUE IN YEAR ONE, AND ONGOING LICENSE AND MAINTENANCE COSTS OF $72,600 IN YEARS TWO AND THREE. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
NA. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING IMPLEMENTATION OF A " DRIVE SLOW REDONDO" PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGN
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
RBPD Chief Hoffman introduced the item.
RBPD Captain Jon Naylor narrated a PowerPoint presentation regarding the implementation of a " Drive Slow Redondo" public awareness campaign.
Discussion followed regarding working automated solutions, speed trailers, the importance of the pubic reporting problems, the radar sign at Aviation and Grant, speeding eBikes, using social media to reach young people, working with the schools and PTA to create video content promoting traffic safety, focusing on addressing traffic -related issues, increasing education and working with Community Services to increase promotion of traffic safety and provide more opportunities for distribution of the message.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to continue with the IMPLEMENTATION OF A "DRIVE SLOW REDONDO" PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGN. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N. 5. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE STATUS OF THE CIVIC CENTER WATERWISE
TURF REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND THE CITY' S POLICIES FOR INSTALLATION OF
ARTIFICIAL TURF IN PARKWAYS
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Public Works Director Semaan introduced City Engineer Winje and Senior Management Analyst Rob Osborne and deferred to them for a report.
Senior Management Analyst Osborne narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the project.
City Engineer Winje addressed artificial turf in the City parkways.
Discussion followed regarding the possibility of requiring native plants, incorporating butterfly -friendly plants, getting a BRR regarding medians on Catalina and maintaining open space areas for gatherings at the Civic Center and for a future monument.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Jill Klausen, via Zoom, encouraged the City not to use artificial turf and listed hazards associated with it.
There were no public comments on this item.
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Motion by Councilmember Emdee, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to continue with THE CIVIC
CENTER WATERWISE TURF REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND THE CITY'S POLICIES FOR INSTALLATION OF ARTIFICIAL TURF IN PARKWAYS, incorporating native and butterfly -friendly plants and maintain an open space area for gatherings and the installation of future monuments. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky announced the City's new Finance Director will start working on Monday, March 27, 2023 and reported there will be final interviews with replacement IT Directors.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
P. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE DISCONTINUATION OF MEMBERSHIP
IN THE LEAGUE,OF CALIFORNIA CITIES (CAL CITIES)
Assistant to the City Manager Hause presented details of the Administrative Report.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim provided a brief background regarding the City's relationship with the Cal Cities League of California Cities) and referenced a letter from Carolyn Coleman, Executive Director and CEO of Cal Cities as well as the Redondo Beach 2023 News Report included in the agenda packet.
Jeff Kiernan, Regional Public Affairs Manager, Los Angeles County Division, Cal Cities, presented an update since the last Annual Conference; spoke about changes in the resolution process; hoped the City will consider the many benefits of membership in Cal Cities and noted all California cities are stronger when working together.
Discussion followed regarding Cal Cities efforts to expand local control, the importance of presenting both sides of an issue, promoting healthy debates and the need to acknowledge what Cal Cities has done in the past to help Redondo Beach.
City Attorney Webb discussed an amicus brief filed by Cal Cities at the request of Redondo Beach relative to SB 9 and stated if the City withdraws its membership, that request will no longer exist and it will negatively impact the case.
Discussion continued regarding cities finding consensus on issues through Cal Cities, maintaining membership being at the best interest of the City, welcoming a diversity of opinions and Cal Cities' actions to shut down debate during the last conference.
Councilmember Obagi suggested suspending the City's membership in Cal Cities for one year, reevaluating the matter at the end of the year and recommended that Cal Cities champion the causes Redondo Beach would like to see championed.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim commented on the need to see actionable change moving forward and invited public comments.
Holly Osborne, District 5, spoke about her work relative to SB 9 and urged City Council to continue its support against SB 9 and commented on an HCD audit of RHNA numbers.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to DISCONTINUE MEMBERSHIP IN THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ( CAL CITIES) for one year and direct staff to re -
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agendize the item to consider rejoining in one year. Motion carried 3-2, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
NOES: Emdee, Horvath
ABSENT: None
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Councilmember Loewenstein spoke about re -energizing the City's Sister City Program and asked for a report regarding the program.
Councilmember Obagi asked for a BRR on lunches at Perry Park and suggested collaborating with the BCHD.
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - None
R.I. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
Redondo Beach Marina
207 N Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
a portion of APN: 7503-029- 903)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
George Moussaili
Samba by the Sea Restaurant
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R.2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
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.3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The closed session is authorized by
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the Government Code Section 54956.8
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
International Boardwalk
132 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
A portion of APN: 7505-002-932)
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Adam Goldberg, The Brews Hall
Joe Smith, Project Barley
Jacob Moreno, Redondo Sports Fishing
Jason Kolb, Scholb Premium Ales
Andrew Fowler, Los Angeles Ale Works
Dave Davis, Hermosa Brewing Co.
Miguel Escobar, Gypset
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, BeachLife Festival, LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R.5. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The closed session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956.8
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
230 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
A portion of APN: 7505-002-932)
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Brent Ball, Pawfe' Puppy Shop & Cafe
Mike Leigh, Karachi Boys Restaurant
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Rob Ury, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
Lucas Lassone, Epstein $ Associates
Greta Wells, BCV Architecture Group
Alex Hertz, The Model Group
Bret White, HOA Brands
Doug Oleff, Chalk Pre -School
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R.6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL AND LABOR NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Sec. 54957.6.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Diane Strickfaden, Director of Human Resources
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS:
Redondo Beach Police Officers Association; Redondo Beach Police Management Unit; Redondo Beach Professional & Supervisory Association; Redondo Beach City Employees' Association; Redondo Beach Teamsters; Redondo Beach Firefighters Association; and Management & Confidential Employees
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:
Chris Sosenko v. City of Redondo Beach
WCAB Number: ADJ11378904
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:
Redondo Beach Waterfront, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach
Appellate Case Number: B311039
R.9. 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:
Saeko Friggle v. John Soumi, Rasha Vivian Soumi, John Soumi and Rasha Vivian Soumi, Trustees of the JR TRUST, City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 20STCV39369
R.10. 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
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R.11. 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
R.12. 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
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — None
T. ADJOURNMENT: 11: 00 p.m.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Emdee seconded by Councilmember Horvath, to adjourn the meeting at 11: 00 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, April 4, 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,
Eleanor Manzano, City
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