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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, May 30, 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: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi, 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 - None
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS – ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Administrative Specialist Melissa Villa noted that there were no Blue Folder Items.
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NON-AGENDA ITEMS - None Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim called for public comment on Closed Session and Non-Agenda Items. There being no comments, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim closed public comment for this item.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION:
Administrative Specialist Melissa Villa announced items to be discussed in Closed Session.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to recess to Closed Session at 4:31 p.m. to conduct Closed Sessions attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb, Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park, Director of Human Resources Diane Strickfaden, Outside Negotiator Laura Kalty, Waterfront and Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich, Real Estate Leasing Consultant Brian Campbell, Outside Legal Counsel Abby O’Bryant and Outside Legal Counsel John Welner. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
F.1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL AND LABOR NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Sec. 54957.6.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
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Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Diane Strickfaden, Director of Human Resources
EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS:
Redondo Beach Police Officers Association and Redondo Beach Police Management Unit 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 APN’s:
7503-003-901: Majestic KHM, LLC
7503-003-900: 211 Crystal Cove Apts, LLC/Majestic KHM, LLC 7503-003-012: Majestic KHM, LLC
7503-008-901: Jackbilt, Inc./Zislis Boutique Hotels/Port Royal Marina 7503-008-902: Port Royal Marina
7503-033-903: Capt. Kidd’s/R10
7503-029-900: Former Ruby’s/BeachLife Office
7503-029-902: Boat Hoist/Foss Office
7503-029-903: Samba’s/Seaside Lagoon/Former Joe’s Crabshack/Portofino Hotel 7505-002-932: Quality Seafood/International Boardwalk/Former Fun Factory Location 7505-002-933: Kincaid’s
7505-002-908: Pier Plaza
7505-002-904: RDR/The Redondo Landing
7505-002-934: H.K. Pacific, LLC/City-owned portion of Fisherman’s Wharf And other portions of the Redondo Beach waterfront, Seaside Lagoon, Redondo Beach and Fisherman’s Wharf piers not specifically identified by LA County APN’s.
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Master Leaseholders and City Tenants
UNDER NEGOTIATION & REVIEW:
Existing lease terms and current lease negotiation status 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:
New Commune DTLA LLC v. City of Redondo Beach; City Council of the City of Redondo Beach; and DOES 1 through 100, inclusive
Case Number: 23STCV10146
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:
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company v. City of Redondo Beach; DOES I through V, inclusive
Case Number: 23STLC02873
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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:
In re 9300 Wilshire LLC Bankruptcy C.D. Cal.
Case Number: 2:23-bk-10918-ER
F.6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERSONNEL MATTER/EVALUATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54957(b).
Title: City Manager
G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION – 6:22 p.m.
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
City Manager Witzansky reported that for Items No. F.3. and F.4., City Council unanimously authorized the City Attorney to defend the City in both cases.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
City Council concurred to adjourn the Closed Session at 6:23 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 6:23 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Loewenstein, Kaluderovic, Obagi, Behrendt, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
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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 spoke about the recent District 2 community meeting.
Councilmember Kaluderovic reminded residents that tomorrow is the last day to respond to the Metro Transportation Corridor Survey.
Councilmember Obagi thanked Tom Lasser for his work setting up the Memorial Day event at Veterans Park; spoke about budget season and encouraged residents to reach out to City Council about projects they would like to see in the City.
Councilmember Behrendt announced the District 5 community meeting will be May 31, 2023 at the Anderson Park Senior Center at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim discussed Memorial Day events at Veterans Park; reported there is a survey on the City website for the budget and encouraged residents to provide their input and addressed upcoming Fourth of July events including a fireworks on Avenue I.
E. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, 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
G.1. For Blue Folder Documents Approved at the City Council Meeting City Clerk Manzano listed items included in Blue Folder Items.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to approve the Blue Folder Items, as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H.1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 30, 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
There were no public comments on the Consent Calendar.
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Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to approve the Consent Calendar, as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS - None
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
J.1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim opened Public Participation on Non-Agenda Items.
Lina Carrillo, President, RBPSA, spoke about prior Council comparisons of the City to Manhattan Beach and Beverly Hills; discussed City Council’s actions to increase Councilmembers’ salaries; commented on opening negotiations early for current MOUs; noted employees came to the table to renegotiate MOUs early, at a time when the City was having financial challenges and asked City Council to come to the table, now, to negotiate well-deserved salary increases.
Mark Hansen, King Harbor Boater, spoke favorably regarding the recent Memorial Day events and discussed upcoming Fourth of July City events and fireworks show.
There were no other public comments on this item.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported speaking with Councilmember Loewenstein, members of the public, Mayor Brand and City staff regarding L.1. and stated he has not talked to anyone regarding Item No. L.2.
Councilmember Loewenstein reported speaking with Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, members of the public, Mayor Brand and City staff regarding L.1. and stated he has not spoken with anyone regarding Item No. L.2.
Councilmember Kaluderovic reported speaking with City staff and the public regarding Item No. L.1. and no one regarding Item No. L.2.
Councilmember Obagi reported speaking with City staff, Councilmember Behrendt and the public regarding Item No. L.1. and no one regarding Item No. L.2.
Councilmember Behrendt reported speaking with City staff, Councilmember Obagi, members of the public and the Mayor regarding Item No. L.1. and City staff regarding Item No. L.2.
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS
L.1. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 CITY MANAGER’S
PROPOSED BUDGET AND FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROCEDURES:
a. Open Public Hearing, take testimony; and
b. Continue Public Hearing to June 6, 2023; and
c. Receive and file Budget Response Reports.
CONTACT: WENDY COLLAZO, FINANCE DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to open the public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
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City Manager Witzansky introduced the item; discussed decision packages and narrated a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 proposed budget and five-year Capital Improvement Program. He addressed General Fund Tax Revenues, General Fund Appropriations Summary, Proposed General Fund budget items to note and Decision Package highlights and reviewed the General Fund budget summary.
Discussion followed regarding items requiring a 4/5th vote from City Council.
City Manager Witzansky presented the Budget Calendar and addressed recommended actions.
Community Services Director Harding narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the FY 2023-24 Personnel Decision Packages for the Community Services Department including Departmental Revenue, Recreation Division Revenue, a snapshot of the current fee study, proposed fee increases and Recreation, Youth, Senior and Family Services.
Discussion followed regarding funding for the new Recreation Coordinator position, projected revenue from Recreation fee increases, projected revenue increases specific to Decision Package 3, allowing for increased enrollment in after school programs, reclassifying specific positions in order to increase retention, ensuring the appropriate ratio of staff-to-students and giving the City to hire at higher levels.
Community Services Director Harding continued with the presentation addressing Decision Packages for Cultural and Performing Arts.
Discussion followed regarding whether staff explored opportunities to contract out the Theater Tech II position, previous studies related to contracting out theater operations, providing more support for public art and programming, cultural arts and the historical museum and including copies of previous BRRs for the theater.
Community Services Director Harding discussed Decision Packages for the Housing Division including a proposal for a new Housing Specialist and reclassification of specific positions as well as for Administrative Services.
Discussion followed regarding distribution of funds from HUD grants, the need to realign resources postpandemic, proposed revenue increases, efforts to recruit and retain employees, lack of a recommendation to increase the after school program fee, having staff bring back a BRR on the specific after school program, CDC after school programs and Seaside Lagoon operations and fees.
RBFD Chief Butler narrated a PowerPoint presentation on Fire Department operations; discussed the budget reflecting the Department’s priorities; listed priorities and capabilities; noted the Department is operations centric; addressed their current operations model; talked about trial programs and listed specific budget requests for the RBFD and their corresponding Decision Packages.
Discussion followed regarding the need for a Training Captain, Emergency Planning personnel, request for a Division Chief, availability of grants, concerns regarding inconsistencies in training, the effectiveness of tiered responses relative to apparatus, allotment for eight new employees and adding resources to the Vehicle Replacement Fund to enhance the maintenance of reserve fire apparatus.
RBFD Chief Butler discussed EMS cost recovery and addressed implementing an EMS user fee and inclusion of a compassion clause for users who cannot afford EMS fees.
Discussion followed regarding billing on a per call basis versus a services provided basis, third-party ambulance transportation charges, charges for the proposed pre-hospital paramedic assessment and including a compassion clause.
RBFD Chief Butler addressed cost recovery for fire inspections as listed in Decision Package 50.
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In response to questions from Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, Chief Butler noted the City provides platinum EMS service.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim discussed community paramedicine in Culver City which has significantly reduced calls for service; asked about assisted living fees; addressed the need to come up with an appropriate compassion clause and having staff return with a BRR providing additional information from other agencies as to how the compassion clause works.
RBFD Chief Butler responded to questions regarding training and related software, the number of sworn and nonsworn personnel, funded and unfunded vacancies and the money set aside to maintain Harbor vessels.
City Manager Witzansky reported there is a BRR to be presented, specific to the City’s vehicle fleet and listing the life cycle for every unit in the fleet and offered another BRR to address the City’s reserve vehicles.
RBFD Chief Butler indicated he would like to see enhancement of the Dispatch Center and help with call processing, vital instructions, communications and fire prevention.
Discussion followed regarding using outside contracting and part-time labor to help with gaps in services.
City Manager Witzansky responded to questions from Councilmember Loewenstein regarding ongoing facilities maintenance costs and the City’s contributions to the school district.
Discussion followed regarding part time Crossing Guards, cost savings by hiring City employees as Crossing Guards and recruiting challenges.
Councilmember Loewenstein spoke about asking the school district for a contribution; noted almost $400,000 is dedicated just to Crossing Guards and felt the City should not be the only party carrying the burden.
City Manager Witzansky offered to provide a BRR on the subject.
Councilmember Kaluderovic commented on sharing open space with the school district and suggested this could be a point of negotiation.
Councilmember Loewenstein advised new Councilmembers to consider appropriating funds for future projects, even if they are not funded until next year or longer.
Councilmember Obagi spoke about seeking to recover costs by the Fire Department.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim requested that staff include in the BRR related to the Fire Department, how many 911 calls go to Lifeguards in the harbor, beaches and pier.
Councilmember Obagi requested a BRR on the costs of enhancing the RBFD Dispatch Center.
City Manager Witzansky stated that would be something to address through MOU changes.
Discussion followed regarding the need to update the legal prosecutorial services contract with Hermosa Beach.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Lena Carrillo, President, RBPSA, spoke in support of Decision Packages related to employee staffing, including Decision Package 14 regarding future negotiations; discussed the General Fund starting balance
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($2.4 million) noting it is due to the deflated employee salaries and believed it should be reflected as the starting balance for Decision Package 14.
Eugene Solomon referenced Decision Package 4; urged City Council to consider how medical billing works; noted it is part of the bigger picture and explained how the compassion clause works.
Sheila Lamb, District 4, via Zoom, referenced Decision Package 28 and expressed support for it; noted resident concerns about inefficiencies in the Building and Safety Division of the Community Development Department in relation to reviewing and enforcing safety codes and requested City Council consider additional funding for an operational audit of the Building and Safety Division .
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment in support of the item.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Councilmember Behrendt requested the following BRRs:
• Regarding the process and cost to identify and potentially secure locations for a modular Fire Station at the North end of Redondo Beach
• On the estimated revenues generated by taxing existing cannabis delivery to Redondo Beach including a method for enforcement and collection of those taxes and administrative steps, costs and timeline required to begin
• Regarding the process to identify the prices to potentially acquire, by lease or for ownership, either on its own or in partnership with other municipalities, a vacant or other suitable lot in another city, in Spa 8, preferably in another industrial area, for additional pallet shelters or for other temporary, homeless-related uses
• On the costs for renovating fields in Anderson Park, Perry Park and Dominguez Park, specifically, the bullpen warmup areas and pitching and catching areas and the home plate area at Dominguez Park • On the deferred maintenance and repair of the bathroom at Perry Park Snack Bar if any • On the cost of maintenance and improvements at Dale Page Park bathrooms • On the cost to fix the steep plunging dip in the street at the west part of the intersection of Ruhland and MacKay
• Two BRRs related to the Redondo Beach Unified School District, one on obtaining free or reduced rate access, during summer months, to RBUSD athletic fields for City resident use, individual or organized use and one to provide Little League access to the gate at the end of the Anderson Park field (Lincoln Avenue access)
• On the cost for litigation regarding SB 423
Councilmember Obagi requested the following BRRs:
• On the cost of repainting the retaining walls or painting a mural on Grant Avenue between Inglewood and Kingsdale
• On the cost of adding a pollinator fountain at the Civic Center • On the cost of painting a mural on one elevation (facing east) of the Transit Center • On the cost of adding ground art at the Transit Center • On the cost of installing a vertical, native garden on the City’s portion of a lot on the southeast corner of Inglewood and Grant Avenue
• On the cost of a Building and Safety Division audit
• On the cost of increasing trash cleanup at Veterans Park • On the cost of installing banner signs along Artesia Boulevard Councilmember Kaluderovic requested the following BRRs:
• On the play structure at Franklin Park and ensuring it is an all abilities play structure, signage for nonverbal children and increased regular cleaning for immuno-compromised children
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• On the cost of a grant writer to complete the application for the closed shooting range due at the end of June
• On the cost of completing the approved conceptual plan for the Ito Family open space and dedication • On the cost of getting the Senior Center at Perry Park up and running for the Senior Hot Lunch Program
Councilmember Loewenstein reported sending his requests for BRRs to the City Manager and Public Works and add a request for:
• On updated costs on a regional skate park
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke about updating the apparatus life cycle under Decision Package 24 and providing an estimate of costs to upgrade various City facilities.
Motion by Councilmember Kaluderovic, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to continue the public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
L.2. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AND APPROVE ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEYS AND INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3256-23, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3-7.503 SUBSECTIONS (A) THROUGH (E), INCLUSIVE, RELATING TO SPEED ZONES ESTABLISHING 20 MPH ON SOUTH CATALINA AVENUE BETWEEN PALOS VERDES BOULEVARD AND AVENUE I; 25 MPH ON BERYL STREET BETWEEN HARBOR DRIVE AND
PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY AND TORRANCE BOULEVARD BETWEEN THE PIER AND SOUTH PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY; 30 MPH ON HERONDO STREET BETWEEN NORTH HARBOR DRIVE AND NORTH PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY; AND 35 MPH ON INGLEWOOD AVENUE BETWEEN GRANT AVENUE AND ARTESIA BLVD. FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING RECOMMENDED PROCEDURES:
a. Open the Public Hearing;
b. Take Testimony;
c. Close the Public Hearing;
d. Approve the Engineering and Traffic Surveys for the 36 Street Segments Identified in the Report; and,
e. Introduce by Title Only:
ORDINANCE NO. 3256-23, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3-7.503 SUBSECTIONS (A) THROUGH (E), INCLUSIVE, RELATING TO SPEED ZONES ESTABLISHING 20 MPH ON SOUTH CATALINA AVENUE BETWEEN PALOS VERDES BOULEVARD AND AVENUE I; 25 MPH ON
BERYL STREET BETWEEN HARBOR DRIVE AND PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY AND TORRANCE BOULEVARD BETWEEN THE PIER AND SOUTH PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY; 30 MPH ON
HERONDO STREET BETWEEN NORTH HARBOR DRIVE AND NORTH PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY; AND 35 MPH ON INGLEWOOD AVENUE BETWEEN GRANT AVENUE AND ARTESIA BLVD
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to open to public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Engineer Winje narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the Administrative Report.
Discussion followed regarding the new speed limits and existing conditions and recommendations for the
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various segments.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Wayne Craig spoke about the speed limit on Catalina and in support of the item.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment in support of this item.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to close the public hearing.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to APPROVE ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC SURVEYS AND INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3256-23, AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3-7.503 SUBSECTIONS (A) THROUGH (E), INCLUSIVE, RELATING TO SPEED ZONES ESTABLISHING 20 MPH ON SOUTH CATALINA AVENUE BETWEEN PALOS VERDES BOULEVARD AND AVENUE I; 25 MPH ON BERYL STREET BETWEEN HARBOR DRIVE AND PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY AND TORRANCE BOULEVARD BETWEEN THE PIER AND SOUTH PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY; 30 MPH ON HERONDO STREET BETWEEN NORTH HARBOR DRIVE AND NORTH PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY; AND 35 MPH ON INGLEWOOD AVENUE BETWEEN GRANT AVENUE AND ARTESIA BLVD. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Ordinance No. 3256-23.
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS
M.1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE CITY’S STRATEGIC PLAN APPROVE THE
TWELVE-MONTH STRATEGIC PLAN OBJECTIVES
CONTACT: MIKE WITZANSKY, CITY MANAGER
Regarding Goal 1, No. 6, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim commented on creating something that is publicly accessible as well as internal.
City Manager Witzansky noted the spirit was to create something that would provide advanced noticing on items that have significant community interest but suggested having some flexibility in agenda management and will continue foreshadowing on weekly communications to Council and discussed the City branding and website.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim spoke about the City Attorney providing a list of outstanding complaints and the number of cases the City is prosecuting.
City Attorney Webb discussed providing a list outstanding civil litigation and stated his office will reinstate the semi-annual litigation review.
Councilmember Obagi referenced commissions and committees and noted they would like to know the status of items they have worked on.
City Manager Witzansky spoke about the liaisons reporting on the general status of pending projects.
Relative to Goal 2, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim asked about the Riviera Village outdoor dining parklets for
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January 1st and City Manager Witzansky explained that is when the current extension from the Coastal Commission, expires and the City must have some resolution with the Coastal Commission, by then.
Councilmember Loewenstein commented on Broadband and Wi-Fi access in the harbor and City Manager Witzansky explained May 1st is the timeline for implementation.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim reported that, regarding Goal 5, the cities of Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach are interested in partnering with Redondo Beach and suggested adding the partnership as an option in the report.
Regarding Goal 7, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim addressed the memorial bench program; noted there are no benches left and asked to move the item up to the end of January 2024 and adding artwork on the southern end of the Esplanade as well as other alternative artwork opportunities.
Discussion followed regarding continuing to advocate the City’s position on the Green Line.
Councilmember Behrendt asked to schedule the review of residential design standards on a date other than August 8, 2023, as he will not be available and would like to discuss the matter and noted he is not taking a position on the Green Line advocacy with his approval of the Strategic Plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Mark Hansen recommended the addition of three clauses to the Strategic Plan Objectives related to the Harbor Commission including:
• Exploring the feasibility of extending the south sea wall • Providing Harbor Commission jurisdiction to cover the AES site, the Sonesta Hotel, Redondo Hotel and Gold’s Gym
• Establishing a new position of Harbor Director
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment in support of the item.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Discussion followed regarding campaign finance reform enforcement bring back August 15.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the City’s Strategic Plan Objectives as presented and discussed above. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION - None
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS - None
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
P.1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE ADOPTION OF A CITY COUNCIL
POLICY FOR THE DISPLAY OF CEREMONIAL FLAGS FROM CITY BUILDINGS OR ON CITY
PROPERTY
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING CEREMONIAL ACTIVITIES FOR PRIDE MONTH
CONTACT: ELIZABETH HAUSE, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER
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Assistant to the City Manager Hause presented details of the Administrative Report.
City Attorney Webb addressed the City’s ceremonial flag display policy; discussed the policy in the City of San Jose; noted if Council wishes to authorize the flying of the Pride Flag, it may do so and expressed concerns regarding a ceremony, adding that the City should control it and not a member of the community.
Discussion followed regarding striking flying the flags of professional sports teams, removing a requirement to fly the City flag and installing variable lights on the pier.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim invited public comments.
Shannon Keating, District 2, spoke about her coming out process and commended the City for approving the flying of the Pride Flag in the Month of June and hoped Council will lead the ceremony.
Female speaker (Ms. Keating’s wife) discussed the meaning of the Pride Flag and noted it communicates that Redondo Beach is a welcoming city.
Jonatan Cvetko spoke about supporting the Pride community; thanked City Council for its consideration; stated he is grateful to have a voice in the City and asked Council to consider participating in a ceremony.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving two eComments in support of the item.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Discussion followed regarding having the City host a ceremony, inviting the community, the need to ensure that a City representative lead the ceremony and whether the ceremony was the idea of the City or the public.
Councilmember Kaluderovic commented about the importance of making a statement, as a Council regarding flying the Pride Flag.
City Attorney Webb suggested adding that other flags may be displayed in conjunction with City Hall and outside the Police Station.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, to approve removal of professional team flags and the requirement to fly the City flag.
Substitute Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adopt the flag policy, amending No. 3 under Ceremonial Flags, striking standards regarding flying the City flag, throughout the policy as well as professional sports teams and approving a City-hosted ceremony where Councilmembers and the Mayor only, may speak. The substitute motion carried, 4-1, with Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, opposed.
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim asked to bring back to Closed Session the Johnny Diaz versus the City of Redondo Beach case and the Luke Carlson case and a memo regarding Sack versus the Environmental Protection Agency.
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.
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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 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 APN’s:
7503-003-901: Majestic KHM, LLC
7503-003-900: 211 Crystal Cove Apts, LLC/Majestic KHM, LLC 7503-003-012: Majestic KHM, LLC
7503-008-901: Jackbilt, Inc./Zislis Boutique Hotels/Port Royal Marina 7503-008-902: Port Royal Marina
7503-033-903: Capt. Kidd’s/R10
7503-029-900: Former Ruby’s/BeachLife Office
7503-029-902: Boat Hoist/Foss Office
7503-029-903: Samba’s/Seaside Lagoon/Former Joe’s Crabshack/Portofino Hotel 7505-002-932: Quality Seafood/International Boardwalk/Former Fun Factory Location 7505-002-933: Kincaid’s
7505-002-908: Pier Plaza
7505-002-904: RDR/The Redondo Landing
7505-002-934: H.K. Pacific, LLC/City-owned portion of Fisherman’s Wharf And other portions of the Redondo Beach waterfront, Seaside Lagoon, Redondo Beach and Fisherman’s Wharf piers not specifically identified by LA County APN’s.
NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Master Leaseholders and City Tenants
UNDER NEGOTIATION & REVIEW:
Existing lease terms and current lease negotiation status 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:
New Commune DTLA LLC v. City of Redondo Beach; City Council of the City of Redondo Beach; and DOES 1 through 100, inclusive
Case Number: 23STCV10146
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:
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company v. City of Redondo Beach; DOES I through V, inclusive
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Case Number: 23STLC02873
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:
In re 9300 Wilshire LLC Bankruptcy C.D. Cal.
Case Number: 2:23-bk-10918-ER
R.6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERSONNEL MATTER/EVALUATION - The Closed Session is authorized by the attorney-client privilege, Government Code Section 54957(b).
Title: City Manager
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
T. ADJOURNMENT: 11:21 p.m.
T.1. ADJOURNMENT IN MEMORY OF LAUREN PHILLIPS, DISTRICT 1 RESIDENT T.2. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF JAMES A. SMITH, LONGTIME REDONDO RESIDENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to adjourn the meeting at 11:21 p.m., in memory of Redondo Beach Residents Lauren Phillips and James A. Smith, 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, June 6, 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 Clerk