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Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, June 20, 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 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, Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand Councilmembers Absent: Behrendt
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
Mayor Brand led in the salute to the flag.
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS – ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Melissa Villa, Administrative Specialist noted that there were no Blue Folder Items.
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NON-AGENDA ITEMS - None Mayor Brand called for public comment on Closed Session and Non-Agenda Items. There being no comments, Mayor Brand closed public comment for this item.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION:
Melissa Villa, Administrative Specialist 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 Legal Counsel Laura Kalty, Outside Legal Counsel Jon Welner, Outside Legal Counsel Abby O’Brient and Waterfront and Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich. There being no objections, Mayor Brand 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:
102-164 International Boardwalk
Redondo Beach Basin III Marina
Portion of 7503-02-932)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Craig Stanton, Property Manager
Redondo Beach Marina
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
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 (9300 Wilshire, LLC et al. v AES-Redondo Beach, LLC) Bankruptcy C.D. Cal. Case Number: 2:23-ap-01163-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:
In re 9300 Wilshire LLC
Bankruptcy C.D. Cal. Case Number: 2:23-bk-10918-ER
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; and DOES 1 through 100, inclusive
Case Number: 23STCV10146
F.6. 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 – 6:00 p.m.
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H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi, Councilmember Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand
Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
City Manager Witzansky announced that Community Services Director Forbes joined Closed Session for Items No. F.3., F.4. and F.5. and noted that for Item No. F.3., City Council unanimously authorized the City Attorney to file a motion to intervene in the case and there were no further reportable actions.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adjourn to the Regular Meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered. 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 Brand at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi, Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand
Councilmembers Absent: None
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Michael Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
Mayor Brand led in the salute to the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Nehrenheim discussed the recent District 1 community meeting; stated there may not be a community meeting in July and announced the upcoming Riviera Village Summer Fest and Fourth of July events.
Councilmember Loewenstein congratulated all Redondo High School graduates and announced the District 2 community meeting will be held on June 26, 2023, on line.
Councilmember Kaluderovic reported attending a tour of the Alcove facility with the RBPD; discussed her
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recent community meeting at Frankly Park and spoke about RBFD training at Dominguez Park.
Councilmember Obagi congratulated Redondo Beach High School and Miracosta graduates; discussed Dance One on Artesia Boulevard noting the owners are taking students to Beijing China and announced his community meeting on July 19, 2023, at the Perry Park Senior Center at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Brand stated it is great to be back; thanked Councilmember Nehrenheim for filling in for him while he was gone; expressed disappointment about the cancellation of fireworks in King Harbor and noted Council is considering whether to hold a fireworks show at Dominguez Park.
E. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to approve the order of the agenda, as amended to consider Items No. M.1. and N.1. prior to Item No. L.1. There being no objections, Mayor Brand 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 including for Items No. H.21., J.1., L.1., L.2. and M.1.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to receive and file the Blue Folder Items, as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H.1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 20, 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. APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: NONE
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.4. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 29038-29066 IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,288.74, PD. 6/9/23 DIRECT DEPOSIT 264208-264799 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,098,561.66, PD. 6/9/23 CHECKS 29067-29067 IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,365.58, PD. 6/9/23 DIRECT DEPOSIT 264800-264801 IN THE AMOUNT OF $644.18, PD. 6/9/23
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 109067-109363 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,515,327.20
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CONTACT: WENDY COLLAZO, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H.5. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $35,000:
1. APPROVE THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH COM-STRAT, LLC FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS CONSULTING SERVICES TO EXTEND THE TERM TO DECEMBER 31, 2023 AT NO ADDITIONAL COST
2. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH COMCATE, INC. FOR ONLINE
CITIZEN REQUEST MODULE, CODE ENFORCEMENT MANAGER, ACCESS REDONDO MOBILE
APP, AND GIS ENTERPRISE APPLICATION MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $25,000 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM TO JUNE 30, 2024
3. APPROVE A REVISED SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH MIDWEST TAPE FOR ACCESS TO THE DIGITAL MEDIA PLATFORM " HOOPLA" FOR THE TERM JUNE 20, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 19, 2027 AT NO COST
4. APPROVE A LICENSE TO USE TEMPORARY SPACE WITH 182ND REDONDO, LLC AS A SHORT-TERM POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING SITE AT NO COST FOR THE TERM JUNE 20, 2023 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2023
5. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION FOR EXTENDED
WARRANTY OF ZOLL AUTOPULSE MONITORS FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $19,116 FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2026
6. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH ZOLL MEDICAL CORPORATION FOR EXTENDED
WARRANTY AND PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE OF ZOLL XSERIES MANUAL
MONITOR/DEFIBRILLATORS FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 32,566.50 FOR THE TERM AUGUST 1, 2023 THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2026
7. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH STATION AUTOMATION, INC. DBA PSTRAX FOR
ELECTRONIC LOGGING SYSTEMS FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $20,300 FOR THE TERM JUNE 20, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 19, 2026
8. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH EASY READER, INC. FOR LEGAL PUBLICATIONS IN AN AMOUNT OF $8.50 PER COLUMN INCH (ESTIMATED CITY CLERK’S BUDGET $10,100 AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BUDGET $8,000 FOR FY 2023-24) FOR THE TERM JULY 1, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2024
CONTACT: WENDY COLLAZO, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H.6. EXCUSE ABSENCES FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.7. APPROVE CANCELLATION OF THE JULY 4, 2023 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND AGENCY MEETINGS AND RESCHEDULE TO JULY 11, 2023
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H.8. APPROVE THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE VEEAM SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ILAND INTERNET SOLUTIONS CORPORATION AN 11:11 SYSTEMS COMPANY FOR SECURE CLOUD
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BACKUP FOR OFFICE 365 AND INSIDER PROTECTION FOR DELETED FILES FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $51,729.48 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM THROUGH JULY 6, 2026 CONTACT: MIKE COOK, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR
H.9. ACCEPT AS COMPLETE THE ALTA VISTA SEWER PUMP STATION PROJECT, JOB NO. 50300,
AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY ENGINEER TO FILE A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE
PROJECT WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY RECORDER AND AUTHORIZE BANNER BANK TO RELEASE THE ESCROW FUNDS HELD PER ESCROW AGREEMENT NO. 1982 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 167,588.32 TO TORO ENTERPRISES, INC., UPON EXPIRATION OF THE 35-DAY
LIEN PERIOD AFTER SAID RECORDATION AND NO CLAIMS BEING FILED UPON THE
PROJECT
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H.10. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Loewenstein for separate discussion.
H.11. APPROVE THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH HITECH, INC. FOR POLICE RECORDS MANAGEMENT AND COMPUTER AIDED DISPATCH SOFTWARE FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $ 20,406.27 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2023
CONTACT: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
H.12. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH KOSMONT & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR REAL ESTATE CONSULTING SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $152,000, FOR A NEW NOT-TO-EXCEED TOTAL OF $214,425, AND TO EXTEND THE TERM TO JUNE 19, 2024 CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H.13. APPROVE THE SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF REPLACEMENT FIREFIGHTER SELFCONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA) FROM L.N. CURTIS THROUGH UTILIZATION
OF SOURCEWELL COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT PRICING IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $332,698.73
CONTACT: PATRICK BUTLER, INTERIM FIRE CHIEF
H.14. APPROVE THE SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE OF FIRE STATION ALERTING SYSTEM ADDITIONS AT FIRE STATIONS ONE AND TWO FROM WESTNET, INC. UTILIZING SOURCEWELL
COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT PRICING IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 76,000
CONTACT: PATRICK BUTLER, INTERIM FIRE CHIEF
H.15. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Nehrenheim for separate discussion.
H.16. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF THREE (3) FUJITSU FI-7600 AND TWO (2) FUJITSU FI-7700 COLOR DUPLEX SCANNERS FROM INSIGHT, INC. THROUGH UTILIZATION OF A COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT, SPECIFICALLY OMNIA CONTRACT #4400006644, FOR AN AMOUNT OF $42,173.75
CONTACT: MIKE COOK, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR
H.17. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF
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REDONDO BEACH AND U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION TO PROVIDE INSTITUTIONAL CUSTODY SERVICES FOR A COST OF APPROXIMATELY $12,000 ANNUALLY CONTACT: EUGENE SOLOMON, CITY TREASURER
H.18. APPROVE A FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH VERONICA TAM AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR SERVICES RELATED TO THE PREPARATION OF AN INCLUSIONARY HOUSING ORDINANCE FOR AN ADDITIONAL $8,400 FOR A NEW CONTRACT NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $195,415 AND NO CHANGE IN TERM
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
H.19. 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, RECOGNIZING THE FIRE DIVISION CHIEF JOB CLASSIFICATION AS REPRESENTED BY THE REDONDO BEACH FIREFIGHTERS’
ASSOCIATION REGARDING ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTACT: DIANE STRICKFADEN, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES H.20. APPROVE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE CLEAR MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING TO MODIFY SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $100,000 AND TO EXTEND THE TERM TO JUNE 30, 2024.
CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
H.21. APPROVE LEASES AND ADDENDUMS FOR FIVE APARTMENTS LOCATED AT 126 WEST D STREET, WILMINGTON, CALIFORNIA 90744 BETWEEN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AND
SWAMI INTERNATIONAL TO HOUSE PEOPLE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS FROM THE
BEACH CITIES
CONTACT: MICHAEL W. WEBB, CITY ATTORNEY
Councilmember Nehrenheim pulled Item No. H.15. from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
Councilmember Loewenstein pulled Item No. H.10. from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment in opposition to Item No. H.18.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the Consent Calendar, as presented, except for Items No. H.15. and H.10. which were pulled for separate discussion.
Motion carried unanimously, with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi, Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand NOES: None
ABSENT: None
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H.10 ACCEPT AS COMPLETE THE PIER RAILING IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, JOB NO. 70360; AND
AUTHORIZE THE CITY ENGINEER TO FILE A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE PROJECT
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WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY RECORDER AND RELEASE THE FINAL RETENTION PAYMENT OF $84,845.78 TO UNIX CONSTRUCTION, INC., UPON EXPIRATION OF THE 35-DAY
LIEN PERIOD AFTER SAID RECORDATION AND NO CLAIMS BEING FILED UPON THE
PROJECT
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Councilmember Loewenstein congratulated Public Works for completing the project and spoke about other improvements in the water front.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve Item No. H.10.
There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
H.15. APPROVE APROJECT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CITYGATE ASSOCIATES, LLC. FOR THE
PROVISION OF A COMPARATIVE DEPLOYMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL ANALYSIS OF THE
REDONDO BEACH FIRE DEPARTMENT INCLUDING AN ANALYSIS AND REVIEW OF COSTS
FOR FIRE, EMS AND HARBOR OPERATIONS AS COMPARED TO THOSE PROPOSED BY THE
CONSOLIDATED FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR A TERM EXPIRING ON JUNE 30, 2024 FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $96,741 CONTACT: PATRICK BUTLER, INTERIM FIRE CHIEF
Councilmember Nehrenheim spoke favorably about the contract with Citygate but suggested including a perspective of other harbors and other operations and not a deep dive.
Interim Fire Chief Butler provided a brief overview of the contract.
Stewart Gary CEO, Citygate, spoke about being conservative in terms of costs and discussed their findings, so far.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve Item No. H.15. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve Item No. H.15.
Motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Behrendt, Loewenstein, Obagi, Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand NOES: Kaluderovic
ABSENT: None
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
J.1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public
Mayor Brand opened Public Participation on Non-Agenda Items.
Wayne Craig discussed the purchase of the AES plant; noted the owner took full title to one of the properties he purchased and refinanced it last May and suggested that Code Enforcement monitor construction activities on the site.
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Ramilio Tejeda thanked the City for its work in helping the homeless and in granting him a Section 8 voucher; noted the City’s resources are being well-spent in giving people an opportunity to better themselves and get back on track.
There were no other public comments and Mayor Brand closed this portion of the meeting.
Council considered Item No. M.1. of the agenda at this point.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Nehrenheim reported speaking to members of the public, Councilmember Loewenstein, Mayor Brand and City staff.
Councilmember Loewenstein reported speaking with Councilmember Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand, City staff and members of the public.
Councilmember Kaluderovic reported speaking with Mayor Brand, City staff and members of the public.
Councilmember Obagi reported speaking with Mayor Brand, Councilmember Behrendt, City staff and members of the public.
Councilmember Behrendt reported speaking with Mayor Brand, Councilmember Obagi, City staff and members of the public.
Mayor Brand reported speaking with Councilmembers, City staff and members of the public.
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS
L.1. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE RENEWAL OF THE REDONDO BEACH TOURISM
MARKETING DISTRICT (RBTMD) AND THE LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS ON LICENSED LODGING BUSINESSES COMPRISED OF TWENTY (20) OR MORE ROOMS
PROCEDURES:
a. Open the Public Hearing, take testimony, and
b. Continue the Public Hearing to July 18, 2023 at 6:00 P.M.
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to open the public hearing.
There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
Waterfront and Economic Development Director Kapovich introduced the item and Rebecca Elder, President, Redondo Beach Tourism and Travel and Gina Reed, Civitas, and deferred to Ms. Elder for a report.
Rebecca Elder, President, Redondo Beach Tourism and Travel, narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the report.
Discussion followed regarding impacts to hotels from increases in TOT, the Expedia campaign, using other booking agents, impacts on Beach Life, returning to pre-COVID levels and access to digital assets.
Gina Reed, Civitas, discussed the various types of districts and addressed formation and basis for forming a district.
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Mayor Brand invited public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to continue the public hearing to July 18, 2023. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
L.2. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 PROPOSED
BUDGET, FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, AND ASSOCIATED BUDGET
RESPONSE REPORTS
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2306-064, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
a. Reconvene the Public Hearing, take testimony;
b. Close the Public Hearing;
c. Receive and file the Budget Response Reports; and
d. Adopt by title only Resolution No. CC-2306-064, including approval of Budget Response Report No. 1.
CONTACT: WENDY COLLAZO, FINANCE DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to reconvene the public hearing.
There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
City Manager Witzansky thanked all of the operating departments that helped with budget reports and narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the report.
Mayor Brand invited public comment.
Mark Hansen, King Harbor Boater, spoke about the Sea Fair and the Christmas Boat Parade; discussed prior fee waivers granted; noted the Harbor Commission’s recommendations to reinstate fee waivers and urged City Council to reinstate them on an ongoing basis.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Mayor Brand thanked City staff for the tremendous amount of work on the FY 2023-24 budget.
Councilmember Obagi asked about the source of funds for the Boat Parade and City Manager Witzansky reported the funds come from the Tidelands Fund and discussed maintaining murals on an annualized basis.
Councilmember Obagi spoke about residents wanting increased traffic enforcement; noted hires needed in the RBPD and asked for justification to add two motorcycle officers to the Department.
RBPD Chief Hoffman reported the Department is currently hiring; stated that by adjusting staffing levels now, it will be an investment in the future; spoke about Traffic Officers being a priority and expressed optimism that the RBPD will be fully staffed, next year.
Councilmember Behrendt referenced BRR 39 and spoke about potential new locations where homeless facilities could be provided.
City Attorney Webb spoke about the need for more transitional housing; reported on the availability of apartments for rent and discussed seeking grant funding and conditioning rental of the apartments upon obtaining grant funding.
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Discussion followed regarding the day camping ordinance, the upcoming point-in-time count, additional pallet shelters and existing available apartments/rooms.
Councilmember Obagi narrated slides with details of recommended adjustments to Decision Packages and BRRs within the FY 2023-24 Budget and suggested the Art Fund balance should have been in the Financial Summaries.
Discussion followed regarding the need for pre-engineering design work and to understand grant opportunities prior to moving ahead with a new RBPD shooting range.
Mayor Brand noted there has been no real discussion regarding a shooting range and felt City Council needs much more information, including a presentation from experts, to decide on whether to spend millions of dollars on a shooting range.
City Manager Witzansky agreed that there needs to be a true conversation regarding the costs and benefits of having a shooting range.
Councilmember Kaluderovic mentioned a potential partnership Air Force and future grant opportunities for a shooting range, where the City would be responsible for 30% of costs.
Councilmember Nehrenheim stated a report was provided to City Council in October 2017, with details of costs and different types of shooting ranges; spoke about using nearby shooting ranges and mentioned there is a greater need in the RBFD for funding.
Interim Fire Chief Butler responded to questions from Councilmember Nehrenheim regarding the staffing capacity of different vehicles within the Fire Department, minimum staffing requirements, having access to adaptable resources and replacing vehicles and communication equipment that are beyond their life cycles.
Councilmember Loewenstein narrated slides detailing the proposed budget motion by Decision Package and BRR.
Discussion followed regarding scheduling a future discussion with a deep dive into the Emergency Communications Fund, benefits of enhanced training to Emergency Medical Dispatchers, meeting requirements to apply for grant funding in conjunction with the Air Force for a shooting range in the future, design steps taken to date the need to set priorities and the importance of taking care of the facilities used by First Responders.
City Manager Witzansky stressed the need for the preliminary engineering analysis in order for City Council to make informed decisions and suggested redirecting $750,000 to the Capital Budget Fund for later allocation and carrying over $600,000.
RBPD Chief Butler addressed use of a shooting range; reported officers must quality on a monthly basis; listed nearby cities with shooting ranges; discussed range operations in terms of weapons permits and renewals and commented on the added value of having a City shooting range.
Mayor Brand redirected the discussion towards the budget versus getting a shooting range and deferred to City Clerk Manzano to discuss DP 16.
Mayor Brand left the meeting at 9:40 p.m.
City Clerk Manzano reported her office is currently in the process of hiring a Chief Deputy City Clerk; discussed the need for an analyst and listed responsibilities and tasks in conducting all functions within the City Clerk’s office. She added that funding for the analyst position would be $ 50,000 from the elections fund and approximately $30,000 by eliminating one part-time staff.
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Councilmember Loewenstein asked to appropriate $25,000 towards Teen Center Recreational Equipment from the Open Space Acquisition Fund.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file budget documents distributed by Councilmember Kaluderovic. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Councilmember Kaluderovic reviewed her budget requests as listed in the distributed documents including allocating $250,000 for necessary improvements to Frankly Park and an ongoing $14,650 for cleaning the play structure twice per week and referenced BRR 59 and asked to fund CIP 41370 for alley repairs within District 3.
Discussion followed regarding impacts to the General Fund from the various Decision Packages.
Kenny Campos, President, Local 2787, spoke about the budget being pro-RBFD and discussed keeping the Deputy Fire Marshall position.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim suggested having a discussion on using less lethal force and training; spoke about being careful with the Art in Public Places Fund and ensuring it is not all spent and requested $250,000 towards improvements in Riviera Village.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to take a fifteen minute recess.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
RECESS/RECONVENE
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim called for a recess at 10:19 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:43 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Councilmember Behrendt commended fellow Councilmembers and City staff for working so hard on the budget and stressed that his number one priority is to fund two additional Police Officers for the City to facilitate formation of a Traffic Enforcement Team, bar none.
RBPD Chief Hoffman stated that funding two additional traffic officers will take away from other important community services; discussed patrol doing traffic enforcement; addressed decreases in violent crimes, increases in thefts and availability of grants for traffic enforcement and talked about the number of officers assigned to patrol and expected retirements and vacancies.
Joan Irvine, District 1, via Zoom, spoke about the importance of funding Police and Fire services; encouraged City Council to make sure there is money available for expenses; discussed the City paying legal fees for a Councilmember in the past and believed the Councilmember should pay the City back.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment in support of the item.
There were no other public comments.
City Manager Witzansky discussed impacts to the budget from Decision Packages, BRRs and motions
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suggested by Council and presented options to consider as part of the reconciliation.
Discussion followed regarding the Housing Navigator position, tree trimming costs, reducing the scope of tree trimming contracts, having staff test the market to determine whether the City is getting a good value, the additional one-time allocation for DP 49 relative to a trial for Deputy Fire Marshall position and keeping money in the John Parsons Art in Public Places Fund.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to close the public hearing.
There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Discussion followed regarding current and future art projects throughout the City and the possibility of reallocating funds, later.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Behrendt, to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2306-064, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24, including Decision Packages and BRRs, as presented and discussed.
Councilmember Loewenstein spoke about an alleyway in his district (between Diamond and Del Amo, behind Maria) that needs repair and asked to fund it. City Manager Witzansky suggested adding it to the Capital Projects scope for alley ways with a PCI of less than 25.
Councilmember Kaluderovic suggested taking $ 100,000 from the Inglewood/Grant conceptual garden towards Franklin Park improvements.
Councilmember Obagi pointed out the Inglewood/Grant corner is a gateway to Districts 3 and 4.
City Manager Witzansky suggested advancing $ 250,000 of QUIMBY Funds towards Franklin Park improvements.
Councilmember Obagi requested funding for the Beland Blvd. alleyway in District 5.
Councilmember Obagi and Councilmember Behrendt accepted the proposed changes.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim suggested funding only one additional Police Officer and funding the Deputy Fire Marshall position for six months at $134,000.
Councilmember Obagi agreed with the proposed change.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Behrendt, to ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2306-064, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24, including Decision Packages and BRRs, as presented, amended and discussed.
Motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi
NOES: Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim
ABSENT: Mayor Brand
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC-2306-064.
L.3. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER PROPOSED USER FEE AMENDMENTS FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT; PUBLIC WORKS; COMMUNITY SERVICES; AND FIRE
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DEPARTMENTS
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC-2306-060, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT USER FEES
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2306-061, A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT USER FEES
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2306-062, A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT USER FEES
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2306-063, A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT USER FEES
PROCEDURES:
a. Reconvene the Public Hearing, take testimony; and
b. Close the Public Hearing; and
c. Adopt by title only Resolution No. CC- 2306-060; and d. Adopt by title only Resolution No. CC- 2306-061; and e. Adopt by title only Resolution No. CC- 2306-062; and f. Adopt by title only Resolution No. CC- 2306-063
CONTACT: WENDY COLLAZO, FINANCE DIRECTOR
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to reconvene the public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
City Manager Witzansky recommended that City Council approve the fee changes, as adjusted, based on the budget; noted Council delayed implementation of the Community Development Department fees until October 1, 2023.
Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim asked to add to the fee schedule outdoor dining for the sidewalks dining permits for non-alcoholic use.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment in opposition to the item.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Loewenstein, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to close the public hearing. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to adopt by title only Resolutions No. CC- 2306-060, CC- 2306-061, CC- 2306-062 and CC- 2306-063 as amended.
City Clerk Manzano read titles Resolutions No. CC- 2306-060, CC- 2306-061, CC- 2306-062 and CC- 2306- 063. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Nehrenheim so ordered.
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS
M.1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE CITY’S 2023 FOURTH OF JULY
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FIREWORKS DISPLAY INCLUDING POSSIBLE RELOCATION OR CANCELLATION CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Councilmember Nehrenheim recused himself from this item noting he shoots professional fireworks shows on the Fourth of July and has worked for the fireworks vendor, as a contractor and left the Chambers.
City Manager Witzansky presented details of the Administrative Report; discussed new rules by the L.A.
Regional Water Board and the fireworks vendor’s hesitation to move forward with an off shore show and asked for City Council’s input.
Community Services Director Harding discussed opportunities to have a smaller event; noted many of the vendors are booked and are hesitant to participate in events that do not include a fireworks show; addressed potential funding and offered to respond to Council questions.
Discussion followed regarding reaching out to media outlets to advise them of the reasons for the cancellation, starting to plan early for next year’s event, the possibility of holding a smaller event for the community, with a fire suppression demonstration at Dominguez Park or Seaside Lagoon.
Mayor Brand invited public comments.
Bruce Craig spoke about the Riviera Village event; suggested placing information on the City’s website to support Riviera Village.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment in opposition to the item and two, neutral.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file the report and give direction to staff that, to the extent a Fourth of July celebration can be made to occur at Seaside Lagoon, without fireworks, to move forward within the budget allocated for fireworks and if not, to carry over the funds for next year’s event. Motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Loewenstein, Obagi, Nehrenheim, Mayor Brand NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilmember Nehrenheim returned to the Chambers and took his place on the dais.
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N.1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR’S
APPROVAL OF A NINTH EXTENSION TO THE EMERGENCY COASTAL DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT ISSUED FOR THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BEACH
ACCESS RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE A TO PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY RECEIVE AND
FILE THE NINTH EXTENSION OF THE EMERGENCY COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR
THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF THE BEACH ACCESS RAMP AT ESPLANADE AND AVENUE
A TO PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY
CONTACT: BRANDY FORBES, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
Community Development Director Forbes presented details of the Administrative Report.
Discussion followed regarding the procedure for the repair to occur, approval of 50% of the design and
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installation of lighting.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Loewenstein, to receive and file the report. There being no objections, Mayor Brand so ordered.
City Council returned to consider Item No. K at this point in the meeting.
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky congratulated City Council on the adoption of the budget.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
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 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:
102-164 International Boardwalk
Redondo Beach Basin III Marina
Portion of 7503-02-932)
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Craig Stanton, Property Manager
Redondo Beach Marina
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
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 (9300 Wilshire, LLC et al. v AES-Redondo Beach, LLC) Bankruptcy C.D. Cal. Case Number: 2:23-ap-01163-ER
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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:
In re 9300 Wilshire LLC
Bankruptcy C.D. Cal. Case Number: 2:23-bk-10918-ER
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:
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.6. 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: 12:38 p.m.
T.1. ADJOURN IN MEMORY OF JEFF PAYNE, A FORMER 13 YEAR CITY EMPLOYEE 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 12:38 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, July 11, 2023, in the Redondo Beach City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California in memory of Jeff Payne, a Former 13 year City Employee. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tem Loewenstein 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