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Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Closed Session - Adjourned Regular Meeting - 4: 30 p. m.
Open Session —Regular Meeting - 6: 00 p. m.
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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 Brand at 4: 30 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi ( via teleconference, arrived 4:34 p. m.), Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand
Councilmembers Absent: Behrendt
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO FLAG AND INVOCATION - None
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS - ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS - None E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NON -AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Brand called for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed the public comment period.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess to Closed Session at 4:34 p. m. to conduct Closed Sessions attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden, Community Development Director Brandy Forbes and Outside Negotiator Laura Kalty, Outside Legal Counsel Abby O' Bryant, Jon Weiner, Community, Diana Berrett. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered; Behrendt and Obagi absent.
Councilmember Obagi confirmed at 4: 34 p. m. that he posted the agenda at his remote location.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION — 4: 34 p. m.
F. 1. 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
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EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS:
Redondo Beach Police Officers Association and Redondo Beach Police Management Unit
F. 2. 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:
Daniel Mendoza -Conner v. City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 23TRCV00481
F. 3. 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.4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9( d)( 1).
Name of case:
New Commune DTLA, LLC and Leonid Pustilnikov v. City of Redondo Beach and City Council of the City of Redondo Beach
Case Number: 22TRCP00203
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:
New Commune DTLA, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach; City Council of the City of Redondo Beach; City of Redondo Beach Department of Community Development, et al.
Case Number: 23STCP00426
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:
City of Redondo Beach, et al. v. California State Water Resources Control Board Case Number: 20STCP03193
F. 7. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9( d)( 2).
One potential case
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — 6: 20 p. m.
H. ROLL CALL
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Councilmembers Present: Behrendt ( remotely), Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi ( remotely), Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Vickie Kroneberger, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Councilmember Behrendt confirmed that he posted the agenda from his remote location.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
City Attorney Witzansky reported that Councilmember Behrendt was present during Closed Session; stated that under Item No. F. 2., City Council unanimously authorized the City Attorney to defend the City in that matter.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim adjourned to the Regular Meeting at 6: 22 p. m. with no objection. 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 6:20 p. m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Behrendt (via teleconference), Kaluderovic, 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
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, the audience and Councilmembers rose to salute the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/ PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Loewenstein announced the District 2 community meeting will be on April 24, 2023, 6: 00 p. m. on Zoom and discussed guests who will be speaking.
Councilmember Kaluderovic announced the District 3 community meeting will be on April 22, 2023, 9: 30 a. m. on Zoom; reported a Crossing Guard will be assigned to Ralston and Lilienthal on April 18th and thanked Police Chief Hoffman and City Manager Witzansky for their help in this matter.
Councilmember Obagi referenced a State Bar trial and thanked Redondo Beach leaders and residents for MINUTES— City Council
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their support.
Councilmember Behrendt announced his community meeting will be on April 19th, at 6:00 p. m. at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke about his recent community meeting; thanked Councilmember Behrendt and City Treasurer Eugene Solomon for attending and commented on his upcoming, online community meeting.
E. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to approve the order of the agenda, as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
F. AGENCY RECESS - None
G. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS - ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Behrendt, to receive and file Blue Folder Items for Agenda Items J. 1 and N. 1. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve the Consent Calendar except for Items No. H. 3., H. 7. and H. B. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. 1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 11, 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. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Kaluderovic for separate consideration.
HA. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 28896-28922 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 28,819. 34, PD. 3/ 31/ 23 DIRECT DEPOSIT 261388- 261945 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 2, 089,919. 52, PD. 3/ 31/ 23
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 108138- 108139 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 262, 934.82
REPLACEMENT DEMAND 108137
CONTACT: WENDY COLLAZO, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. S. EXCUSE ABSENCES FOR COMMISSIONERS FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION MEETINGS CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
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H. 6. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF ONE FORD ESCAPE HYBRID VEHICLE FOR POLICE
DEPARTMENT PARKING ENFORCEMENT FROM COLLEY FORD FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 43,280. 03
APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF FIVE FORD ESCAPE HYBRID PLUG-IN VEHICLES FOR
POLICE DEPARTMENT PARKING AND CODE ENFORCEMENT FROM KEN GRODY FORD FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 219, 674. 10 AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF RELATED
PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS AND PAYMENTS BY THE MAYOR
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 7. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Behrendt for separate consideration.
H. B. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Behrendt for separate consideration.
Councilmember Kaluderovic pulled Item No. H. 3 from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Behrendt pulled Items No. H. 7. and H. B.
There were no public comments on the Consent Calendar.
EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H. 3. APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:
A. NOVEMBER 8, 2022 ADJOURNED & REGULAR MEETING
B. NOVEMBER 15, 2022 ADJOURNED & REGULAR MEETING
C. DECEMBER 6, 2022 ADJOURNED & REGULAR MEETING
D. DECEMBER 13, 2022 ADJOURNED & REGULAR MEETING
Councilmembers Kaluderovic and Behrendt announced they will abstain from approval of the minutes under Item No. H. 3.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve Item No. H. 3. of the Consent Calendar. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered, with Councilmembers Behrendt and Kaluderovic abstaining.
H. 7. APPROVE THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO FUNDING AGREEMENT #920000000F5301 WITH THE
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR THE GRANT AVENUE SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, JOB NO. 41090 TO EXTEND THE TERM FOR
ONE ADDITIONAL YEAR
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Councilmember Behrendt announced that the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority is a client of his firm, although the firm does not represent Metro in this case and neither he nor his firm have any disqualifying financial interests in the matter, and he will participate in this agenda item.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve Item No. H. 7. of the Consent Calendar. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
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H. 8. APPROVE THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT FOR
SPECIAL EVENT SERVICES AND REVOCABLE LICENSE FOR THE USE OF REAL PROPERTY FOR THE BEACHLIFE FESTIVAL BETWEEN SANFORD VENTURES, INC. AND THE CITY OF
REDONDO BEACH AMENDING THE OPERATING HOURS, FACILITY USE FEE, NUMBER OF
PUBLIC PARKING SPACES USED BY FESTIVAL OPERATORS, AND THE REIMBURSEMENT
OF MUNICIPAL EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE FESTIVAL FOR TWO EVENTS TO OCCUR DURING THE TERM APRIL 11, 2023 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2023 CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Councilmember Behrendt requested a brief report on this item.
Waterfront and Economic Development Director Kapovich presented details of the Administrative Report.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments on this item.
Georgette Gander, District 3, asked if the City gets a percentage of ticket sales.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim explained the City does not receive a percentage of ticket sales, but rather a rental charge per day and full cost recovery on public safety and public works.
Daniel Collins, District 1, requested further clarification.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim addressed the rental charge and fees and cost recovery on public safety and public works.
Councilmember Loewenstein discussed occupancy taxes for hotels; noted that average daily rates increase during the BeachLife Festival; spoke about the creation of a halo effect and mentioned benefits to local businesses and added value to the City.
Councilmember Kaluderovic pointed out that the City receives additional income from renting out the parking spaces.
There were no other public comments and Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim closed public comments for this item.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve Item No. H. 8. of the Consent Calendar. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
J. 1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public Daniel Collins, District 1, reported there is a new ISP in EI Segundo with Sonic Net; stated they have plans to expand service into Redondo Beach; spoke about their fees and encouraged City Council to consider issuing out a survey to determine how residents feel about internet service in Redondo Beach.
Wayne Craig, District 1, referenced a recent awards dinner for First Responders hosted by Elks Lodge and listed and acknowledged the recipients from Redondo Beach Public Safety.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to receive and file documents submitted by Niki Negrete- Mitchell. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
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Niki Negrete- Mitchell, District 3, reported attending the recent COG Transportation Committee meeting and shared information addressed during the meeting.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to extend Niki NegreteMitchell' s speaking time another minute. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Ms. Negrete- Mitchell discussed preference for the Hawthorne option of the Metro Green Line and challenges with digging trenches in terms of the probability of uncovering human remains because of previous Cemetery in EI Nido Park and the nearby Pacific Crest Cemetery.
Mark Hansen, King Harbor Yacht Club, discussed the Club' s Opening Day ceremonies on April 2, 2023; spoke about increased boating activity in the Harbor and announced the Thursday Night Twilight Races and invited the community to attend.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to receive and file documents submitted by Georgette Gander. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Georgette Gander, District 3, referenced a poster offering the people of Torrance the opportunity to provide their input regarding the Metro Green Line and discussed the three options available.
Nancy Skiba, via Zoom, spoke about the Redondo Beach Citizen Police Academy; discussed the goals of the program and recommended it to the community.
Holly Osborne, via Zoom, read the speech she gave at the recent COG Steering Committee meeting regarding preserving green space and stated she will send a copy to the City Clerk' s office to add to the record.
Female speaker, Inglewood, reported she has been evicted from her apartment and is suffering extreme depression; talked about her left leg not touching the ground indicating she has been poisoned and noted reporting to various Police stations.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim suggested she go to a hospital or urgent care.
There were no other public comments and Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim closed the Public Participation on Non -Agenda Items portion of the meeting.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS - None
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - None
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A FEASIBILITY STUDY BY THE
CONSOLIDATED FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY (DISTRICT) FOR
THE PROVISION OF FIRE PROTECTION, PARAMEDIC, MARINE, AND INCIDENTAL SERVICES
FOR THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH DIRECTION TO PROCEED WITH EXECUTION OF A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE DISTRICT TO PERFORM PHASE 2 OF THE
FEASIBILITY STUDY TO SURVEY CITY FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT AND DETERMINE THE
COST TO CONVERT FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ( EMS) OPERATIONS TO
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CITY'S FIRE/ EMS OPERATING MODEL/COSTS AND THE DISTRICT' S PROPOSED
OPERATING MODEL/COSTS
CONTACT: PATRICK BUTLER, INTERIM FIRE CHIEF
City Manager Witzansky thanked the County and Chief Butler for his work on this matter; noted tonight the discussion will be about process, analytics and determining how to continue and conclude a study that has started and stopped on a couple of occasions. He recommended that City Council proceed with the two studies identified in the report, pursue a third party consultant to compare County and City services and costs and asked that Council direct staff to pursue an abbreviated Request for Qualifications from each identified firm along with costs, and return the matter to City Council at its first meeting in May. Regarding the Phase 2 analysis and the reimbursement agreement with the County, he recommended directing staff to proceed and process the agreement and return at the next City Council meeting (April 18 or May 2) to formally execute the agreement. Additionally, he noted this is a very important, generational decision that should be made with complete information, based on facts and true objective metrics and should be devoid of emotion.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim thanked Members of the County Fire Department and City staff for attending.
County Fire Department Acting Deputy Chief John O' Brian introduced himself, Central Region Deputy Chief William Mayfield, Planning Division staff member Chris Sneed, and Assistant Chief, Regional One Brian Bennett.
Councilmember Obagi commented favorably regarding the progress made by the Redondo Beach Fire Department; spoke about the importance of the studies; discussed completing the process so that the City has a clear and accurate record and voiced support for proceeding with Phase 2.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim thanked the Executive Leadership of the City; spoke about changes in the Redondo Beach Fire Union and Department; discussed focusing on safety, value and response time; addressed a tour of Fire Stations; talked about cuts during COVID- 19 and a rebuilding phase; noted the issues covered and not covered in the assessment; mentioned differences in budgets within the Fire Department; provided a brief history and conditions of Fire Stations in the City; pointed out the need to fix infrastructure and costs of new Fire Stations and listed ways to move forward on this item.
Councilmember Loewenstein noted this matter has been a long-time coming; spoke about Council' s fiduciary duty to run the City as efficiently and safely as possible and invited Chief O' Brian to the podium to respond to questions.
Chief O' Brian provided a brief history of Phase 1 and what will be required in Phase 2; noted this is a community decision; spoke about fees -for -service cities; addressed the number of Fire Districts versus City - run Fire Departments and listed actions related to bringing Fire Stations in compliance with County standards as well as offering positions to City Fire personnel upon transfer to the County system. He added that Phase 2 could be completed in 6- 8 weeks; stated a report will be presented to Council, subsequently and addressed community events.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim confirmed that financial discussions will not occur until after completion of Phase 2.
City Manager Witzansky reported additional documents regarding this item were provided as part of Blue Folder Items and stated an outside consultant would independently review the costs, compare and contrast the two operating models and return with a recommendation to the City.
In response to questions from Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, Chief Brian spoke about Workers Compensation responsibilities, cumulative benefits and liabilities and costs and credits and reported negotiations will begin after Phase 2.
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Councilmember Kaluderovic commented on response times; asked about events leading to consideration of this matter and discussed having an " apples -to -apples" comparison.
Councilmember Obagi asked about stations classifications; spoke about significant increases in costs between the various proposals and confirmed the County Paramedic Squad in Hermosa Beach is restricted to the City of Hermosa Beach.
In response to Councilmember Behrendt's questions, Chief Brian stated City Council will get a complete and thorough report after the Phase 2 study.
In reply to Councilmember Behrendt' s inquiry, Redondo Beach Fire Department Interim Fire Chief Butler spoke about what it takes to save people' s lives on the streets; discussed modern medical treatment in the field and the importance of having a high level of deployment in emergency situations and talked about the benefits of having a Fire Station in District 5 and evenly distributing resources and addressed benefits of creating a master plan, going forward.
Discussion followed regarding facility upgrades, other operational improvements and efficiencies, the timing of the Phase 2 study and the agreement with a third -party consultant and determining the scope of work for the consultant.
Redondo Beach Fire Department Captain and President of IFF Local 2797 Kenny Campos referenced a position letter submitted previously; spoke in support of moving forward with the County study in a timely manner and noted Firefighters deserve to know their positions moving forward as they have been living with uncertainty for several years.
City Manager Witzansky reported the goal is to move the matter forward as quickly as possible and felt staff can provide responses to the RFQ and options for City Council' s consideration at the May 2nd City Council meeting.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to approve A FEASIBILITY
STUDY BY THE CONSOLIDATED FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DISTRICT) FOR THE PROVISION OF FIRE PROTECTION, PARAMEDIC, MARINE, AND INCIDENTAL
SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH DIRECTION TO PROCEED WITH EXECUTION OF A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE DISTRICT TO PERFORM PHASE 2 OF THE FEASIBILITY
STUDY TO SURVEY CITY FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT AND DETERMINE THE COST TO CONVERT
FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ( EMS) OPERATIONS TO DISTRICT SERVICE
DIRECTION TO HIRE A THIRD -PARTY CONSULTANT TO REVIEW THE CITY'S FIRE/ EMS OPERATING MODEL/COSTS AND THE DISTRICT'S PROPOSED OPERATING MODEL/ COSTS.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments on this item.
Wayne Craig, District 1, stressed this is not about politics, but rather about public safety and what is right for the community; noted Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim is not an employee of L.A. County Fire Department and spoke about the time it has taken to resolve this issue and the importance of moving this item forward.
Sheila Lamb, District 4, spoke in support of the study; expressed concerns regarding the decisions City Council may make, down the road; felt the costs of infrastructure improvements and having the appropriate staffing level need to be addressed as well as the financial or other savings benefits of transferring Fire Services to the County and trade- offs for residents.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to extend Ms. Lamb' s speaking time another minute. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
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Ms. Lamb stated residents want City Council to make a high- quality decision; urged City Council to consider its decision process, insist on high- quality data, use specific criteria for deciding and secure clear trade- offs for all residents.
Mark Hansen, King Harbor Boater, spoke about the County needing to understand the City's needs; noted boaters need 24/7 response from within the Harbor; commented on the need for a Harbor Director and discussed the relationship with the Harbor Patrol.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to extend Mr. Hansen' s speaking time another 30 seconds. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Mr. Hansen discussed the possibility of having a Harbor Master and thanked Council for its consideration.
Sondra Segall, via Zoom, spoke in opposition to the matter; felt that spending money on Phase 2 of a feasibility study is a waste of money; noted that Firefighters need career paths; commented on the lack of leadership in not having a permanent Fire Chief and urged City Council to fully fund the Redondo Beach Fire Department.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to extend Ms. Segall' s speaking time another minutes. Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered with Councilmember Obagi, opposed.
Ms. Segall said the County would benefit more than the City and not the other way around; discussed pension costs and Workers Compensation and believed Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim is an employee of L.A. County Fire Department and should recuse himself from this item.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim clarified that the Fire Union has no position on this matter; discussed the importance of factual data; stressed the County is not looking to take over the Redondo Beach Fire Department and that the City initiated this matter; addressed the importance of negotiations; confirmed he is an L.A. County Fire Department Lifeguard Division employee; stated he does not work as a Firefighter and spoke about the importance of taking care of the City's employees.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Kroneberger reported receiving 17 eComments in support of and 15 eComments in opposition to the item.
There were no other public comments on this topic.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke in favor of forming a community group for community engagement.
Councilmember Loewenstein felt it would be a disservice to the community to not consider this matter; suggested getting input from cities that switched to L.A. County Fire 20 or 30 years ago in terms of response times and cost savings; asked about pension funds and obligations and the progression of EMS calls based on demographics and requested that senior housing be taken into account as well as potential future developments and the Harbor.
City Manager Witzansky confirmed Council is seeking for staff to "compare and contrast" the different service models and compare Redondo Beach Harbor with Marina del Rey.
Councilmember Obagi asked that staff incorporate costs in terms of a temporary Fire Station in District 5 and the effects on response times for EMS and Fire.
Councilmember Kaluderovic asked whether putting this matter to the voters has been considered and City Manager Witzansky reported there are related pros and cons to doing so; stated the matter has not been discussed and noted those discussions would occur after the data has been evaluated.
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Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to approve A FEASIBILITY
STUDY BY THE CONSOLIDATED FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY
DISTRICT) FOR THE PROVISION OF FIRE PROTECTION, PARAMEDIC, MARINE, AND INCIDENTAL
SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, DIRECTION TO PROCEED WITH EXECUTION OF A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE DISTRICT TO PERFORM PHASE 2 OF THE FEASIBILITY
STUDY TO SURVEY CITY FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT AND DETERMINE THE COST TO CONVERT FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ( EMS) OPERATIONS TO DISTRICT SERVICE; direct staff to agendize discussion and possible action to return on the first meeting in May to consider formation of a community group ( whether Council -appointed or City Manager -appointed) to review the issue, to provide assistance with negotiations and DIRECT staff TO HIRE A THIRD -PARTY CONSULTANT TO REVIEW THE
CITY'S FIRE/EMS OPERATING MODEL/COSTS AND THE DISTRICT'S PROPOSED OPERATING MODEL/ COSTS, as discussed.
City Manager Witzansky summarized discussions and directions to staff, as part of the motion, to return to City Council on May 2nd, as follows: The first will be the execution of a process, a reimbursement agreement to the County to proceed with Phase 2, so that will be an opportunity for the Council to formally approve that document. Second item will be the response to our Request for Qualifications and pricing for the third party consultant to perform the traditional review that was discussed with the following inquiries of those firms:
cost analysis, assistance with contract negotiations ( the City will ask for pricing), review by the third party consultant with direction to talk to cities that switched to County services, not recently but decades ago as it pertains to response times and cost increases over time, the effect of the City' s actions on pension and what the City has done with unfunded accrued liability such as the County, the progression of EMS calls and the community recognizing the City' s demographics, likely changes to demographics, the effect on the number of senior housing units, the number of senior housing units that potentially could flow into future development in the community and the effect that would have on response times and calls for service, a request to understand the City's current Harbor Patrol operations as well as to look at the Marina del Rey model, the cost of temporary deployment of an engine to North Redondo on the Northrop Grumman campus or near there, and its effect potentially on the City's EMS and fire responses. Additionally, he spoke about Council' s concept of forming a community working group.
Georgette Gander expressed concerns with the condition of the Fire Stations; spoke about the possibility of a bond issue and a shorter term; suggested a measure or other sources of income to mitigate the situation; discussed the Harbor and spoke in support of keeping Fire services in the City and asked if anyone has asked the Firefighters in RBFD how they feel about the issue.
Redondo Beach Fire Department Captain and President of IFF Local 2797 Kenny Campos noted the need to review the facts and acknowledged that it will be City Council' s decision.
There were no other public comments on this matter.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim stated there is a lot of activity in the Harbor and noted life safety services in the Harbor will continue, 24/7.
In reply to Councilmember Behrendt' s question regarding parameters for the third party consultant, RBFD Interim Chief Butler spoke about third party consultants doing a community risk analysis; added that they will study response times and capabilities; reported they will do a deployment analysis, could potentially look at standards of cover and deployment options and provide a report and verbal presentation to City Council.
Councilmember Obagi shared a conversation with the City Manager where they spoke about the possibility of retrofitting existing stations and using a modular, temporary fire station in North Redondo Beach and spoke about the RBFD wanting to be a premier Fire Department.
The motion passed 4- 1; Councilmember Kaluderovic dissenting.
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P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS - None
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim requested two BRRs regarding fire facility renovations and the process for expenses and potential revenue.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Behrendt, to direct staff to agendize a discussion to consider repealing the ban on dogs in the International Boardwalk with a restriction that dogs must be on a leash. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Councilmember Behrendt requested a BRR with respect to a potential temporary City Fire Station facility at the Northrop Grumman property and another for four additional Traffic Patrol Officers.
City Manager Witzansky announced a Special City Council Strategic Planning meeting will be scheduled for April 25, 2023,
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - None
R. 1. 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 and Redondo Beach Police Management Unit
R.2. 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:
Daniel Mendoza -Conner v. City of Redondo Beach, et al.
Case Number: 23TRCV00481
R.3. 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
R.4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9( d)( 1).
Name of case:
New Commune DTLA, LLC and Leonid Pustilnikov v. City of Redondo Beach and City Council of the City of Redondo Beach
Case Number: 22TRCP00203
MINUTES— City Council
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
R.S. 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:
New Commune DTLA, LLC v. City of Redondo Beach; City Council of the City of Redondo Beach; City of Redondo Beach Department of Community Development, et al.
Case Number: 23STCP00426
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:
City of Redondo Beach, et al. v. California State Water Resources Control Board Case Number: 20STCP03193
R.7. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED POTENTIAL LITIGATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54956.9( d)( 2).
One potential case
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - None
T. ADJOURNMENT — 9: 28 p. m.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to adjourn the meeting at 9: 28 p. m., to an Adjourned Regular meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council, 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 18, 2023, in the Redondo Beach City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
All written comments submitted via eComment are included in the record and available for public review on the City website.
Respectfully submitted,
DocuSigned by:
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Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
MINUTES— City Council
Tuesday, April 11, 2023