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Minutes
Redondo Beach City Council
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Closed Session - Adjourned Regular Meeting 4: 30 p. m.
Open Session—Regular Meeting 6: 00 p.m.
4: 30 PM - CLOSED SESSION — ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order at 4: 30 p. m. by Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein in the City Hall Council Chamber, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Kaluderovic, Nehrenheim, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein
Councilmembers Absent: Behrendt, Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Mike Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Melissa Villa, Analyst
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION - None
D. BLUE FOLDER ITEMS— ADDITIONAL BACK UP MATERIALS
Analyst Villa reported there were no Blue Folder Items for Closed Session.
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS AND NON- AGENDA ITEMS There were no public comments on Closed Session items and Non-Agenda items.
Analyst Villa reported receiving no eComments regarding Closed Session.
F. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 4: 31 p. m.
Analyst Villa listed items to be considered in Closed Session.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to recess to Closed Session at 4: 31 p. m. to conduct Closed Sessions attended by City Manager Mike Witzansky, City Attorney Mike Webb and Assistant City Attorney Cheryl Park as well as Outside Labor Negotiator Laura Kalty, Waterfront and Economic Development Director Greg Kapovich and Human Resources Director Diane Strickfaden. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein, so ordered.
F. 1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized by the Government Code Section 54956. 8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director
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PROPERTY:
230 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (A portion of APN: 7505- 002-932) NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Brain Campbell
BC Urban, LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
F. 2. 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 Professional and Supervisory Association, Redondo Beach City Employees Association, Teamsters, and Management & Confidential Employees G. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — 6: 00 p. m.
H. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Nehrenheim, Obagi, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Mike Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Lucie Colombo, Chief Deputy City Clerk
I. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
City Manager Witzansky announced there were no reportable actions taken during Closed Session.
J. ADJOURN TO REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein adjourned the meeting at 6: 00 p. m. 6: 00 PM - OPEN SESSION - REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Redondo Beach City Council was called to order at 6:00 p. m. by Mayor Pro Tem Loewenstein in the City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California.
B. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Nehrenheim, Obagi,
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Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein
Councilmembers Absent: Mayor Brand
Officials Present: Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Mike Webb, City Attorney
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Lucie Colombo, Chief Deputy Chief City Clerk
C. SALUTE TO THE FLAG AND INVOCATION
Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein led in the salute to the flag followed by a moment of silence.
D. PRESENTATIONS/ PROCLAMATIONS/ ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Nehrenheim addressed the recent District 1 online community meeting and his upcoming meeting on December 9th and discussed the Riviera Village Holiday Stroll and other upcoming events.
Councilmember Kaluderovic thanked RBPD and 7- 11 Business Owners for meeting together and trying to resolve; reported attending Allcove' s first birthday and announced the District 3 community meeting on December 2nd.
Councilmember Obagi provided an update on recent COG discussions and activities; announced a Community Walk on December 16th; referenced a related poll; encouraged residents to scan the QR Code and take the poll; thanked County Supervisor Holly Mitchell for the outreach and noted she will be hosting a Townhall regarding the subject. Additionally, he stated he is losing faith in the ability of the COG Executive Director to lead the COG towards rallying resources for the C- Line extension and spoke about sending letters to government officials.
Councilmember Behrendt reported the next District 5 community meeting will more likely be in January 2024.
Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein reported the next District 2 community meeting will be in January 2024 and announced a community workshop on December 6, 2023, at the Main Library, regarding the Seaside Lagoon Design and the Annual King Harbor Boat Parade on December 9th.
E. APPROVE ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion by Councilmember Kaluderovic, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to approve the agenda, as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein 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 reported that Blue Folder Items include communications for Items No. J. 2. and N. 2.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to receive and file Blue Folder Items. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein so ordered.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
H. 1. APPROVE AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING FOR THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED AND REGULAR
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MEETING OF NOVEMBER 21, 2023.
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 2. APPROVE MOTION TO READ BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER READING OF ALL
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS LISTED ON THE AGENDA
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 3. APPROVE THE FOLLOWING CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: NONE
CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
HA. PAYROLL DEMANDS
CHECKS 29413- 29444 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 42, 287. 50, PD. 11/ 9/ 23 DIRECT DEPOSIT 270589- 271163 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 2, 092, 535. 06, PD. 11/ 9/ 23
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE DEMANDS
CHECKS 111396- 111675 IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 2, 672, 564. 83 REPLACEMENT DEMAND 111395
CONTACT: WENDY COLLAZO, FINANCE DIRECTOR
H. 5. APPROVE CONTRACTS UNDER $ 35, 000:
1. APPROVE THE CONSENT TO ASSIGNMENT OF THE AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTING
SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH AND FHN FINANCIAL MAIN STREET ADVISORS, LLC TO MEEDER INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, INC. WITH SUBSEQUENT ASSIGNMENT TO MEEDER PUBLIC FUNDS, INC. FOR INVESTMENT ADVISORY SERVICES FOR THE EXISTING TERM THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2026.
2. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH ROBERT HALF, INC. FOR TEMPORARY STAFFING
SERVICES FOR THE FINANCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 34, 999 FOR THE TERM NOVEMBER 21, 2023 TO DECEMBER 31, 2024.
3. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH LANCE SOLL AND LUNGHARD,
LLP FOR CONSULTING SERVICES RELATED TO ACCOUNTING AND COMPLIANCE WITH
GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD ( GASB) PRONOUNCEMENTS TO EXTEND THE TERM TO DECEMBER 31, 2025.
4. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH CANNON CORPORATION TO PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION
SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE MANHATTAN BEACH BOULEVARD RESURFACING - AVIATION BOULEVARD TO INGLEWOOD AVE PROJECT, JOB NO. 41160 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 24, 900, FOR THE TERM NOVEMBER 21, 2023 TO NOVEMBER 20, 2025 WITH AN OPTION TO EXTEND FOR AN ADDITIONAL YEAR.
5. APPROVE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH ROBERT HALF, INC. TO
UPDATE THE ASSIGNED INDIVIDUAL, HOURLY RATE AND ESTIMATED START DATE FOR
TEMPORARY STAFFING OF A PC TECHNICIAN FOR THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO THE CITY FOR THE EXISTING TERM THROUGH JUNE 30, 2024.
CONTACT: WENDY COLLAZO, FINANCE DIRECTOR
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H. 6. EXCUSED ABSENCES FROM VARIOUS COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
H. 7. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Nehrenheim for separate consideration.
H. 8. RECEIVE AND FILE THE CITY TREASURER' S QUARTER 1 FISCAL YEAR 2023- 2024 REPORT CONTACT: EUGENE SOLOMON, CITY TREASURER
H. 9. This Item was pulled by Councilmember Nehrenheim for separate consideration.
H. 10. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH PLAYCORE WISCONSIN, INC. FOR INSTALLATION OF FIVE
UMBRELLA SHADE STRUCTURES AT FRANKLIN PARK FOR A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED 147, 395
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2311- 123, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, DECLARING THE INSTALLATION OF FIVE UMBRELLA- STYLE SHADE STRUCTURES AT FRANKLIN PARK AS " MAINTENANCE" AND EXEMPTING IT FROM BIDDING REQUIREMENTS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 19 AND 19. 1( A) OF
THE CITY CHARTER OF REDONDO BEACH
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 11. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH PLAYCORE WISCONSIN, INC. FOR INSTALLATION OF A
TRIANGULAR SAIL SHADE STRUCTURE AT ANDREWS PARK FOR A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $ 47, 970
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 12. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF ONE FORD ESCAPE HYBRID VEHICLE FOR USE BY THE
CITY' S HOMELESS HOUSING NAVIGATOR FROM COLLEY FORD FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $ 43, 247. 18 AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE RELATED PROCUREMENT
DOCUMENTS
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 13. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH ACCO ENGINEERED SYSTEMS, INC. TO PROVIDE AND
INSTALL SIX REPLACEMENT HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING UNITS AT CITY HALL FOR A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $ 153, 706
APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. CC 2311- 121, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE REPLACEMENT OF SIX HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (" HVAC") UNITS AT CITY HALL AS " REPAIR" AND EXEMPTING IT FROM BIDDING REQUIREMENTS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 19 AND 19. 1( A) OF
THE CITY CHARTER OF REDONDO BEACH
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 14. APPROVE A ONE- YEAR AGREEMENT WITH HADRONEX, INC. TO PROVIDE MONITORING AND REPAIR SERVICES FOR 47 SMART SEWER MANHOLE COVERS FOR A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $ 93, 208
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
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H. 15. APPROVE THE UPDATED PURCHASE OF A VEHICLE FROM THE NATIONAL AUTO FLEET GROUP FOR USE BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT — PIER MAINTENANCE DIVISION FOR A COST OF $ 83, 630
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 16. APPROVE THE TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURE OF AVENUE H AT DORIS WAY FOR THE PERIOD NOVEMBER 24, 2023 THROUGH JANUARY 2, 2024
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 17. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF THREE 2024 FORD F- 250 CNG TRUCKS FROM NATIONAL
AUTO FLEET GROUP FOR USE BY THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, BUILDING
OCCUPANCY, PIER MAINTENANCE, AND PARKS DIVISIONS FOR A TOTAL COST OF 272, 719. 65
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
H. 18. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2311- 122 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING EXTENSION OF THE LOCAL EARLY
ACTION PLANNING GRANTS PROGRAM ( LEAP)
CONTACT: SEAN SCULLY, ACTING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 19. APPROVE THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT WITH SOUTH
BAY CENTER SPE, LLC FOR ADDITIONAL CITY REVIEW TO EXAMINE WHETHER THE GALLERIA EXPANSION PROJECT EIR CERTIFIED BY CITY COUNCIL IN 2019 NEEDS FURTHER REVISION IF THE DEVELOPER PROPOSES TO BUILD THE ADDITIONAL 350 RESIDENTIAL UNITS THAT WERE STUDIED IN THE 2019 EIR BUT NOT INCLUDED IN THE 300- UNIT PROJECT ALTERNATIVE APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL IN 2019 CONTACT: SEAN SCULLY, ACTING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 20. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3265- 23 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES IN THE COASTAL ZONE, CONSISTENT WITH STATE LAW. FOR SECOND READING AND ADOPTION... end.. recommendation.. body
CONTACT: SEAN SCULLY, ACTING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 21. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3267- 23 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 5, COASTAL
LAND USE PLAN IMPLEMENTING ORDINANCE OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO URBAN LOT SPLITS AND TWO- UNIT DEVELOPMENTS SUBJECT TO SENATE BILL 9 ( SB9) AND DETERMINING SUCH AMENDMENTS AS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
CONTACT: SEAN SCULLY, ACTING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 22. APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF FIRE DEPARTMENT PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FROM MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY SERVICES, INC. ( MES) UTILIZING A COOPERATIVE
PURCHASING AGREEMENT FROM NATIONAL PURCHASING PARTNERS IN AN AMOUNT NOT
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TO EXCEED $ 40, 717. 19
CONTACT: PATRICK BUTLER, INTERIM FIRE CHIEF
H. 23. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY, RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2311- 118, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING AN ADVISORY
BOARD IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIVIERA VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AND DIRECTING THE PREPARATION OF A REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 RECEIVE AND FILE THE ADVISORY BOARD' S ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2024 ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY, RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2311- 119, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE REPORT OF THE ADVISORY BOARD FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 IN CONNECTION WITH THE RIVIERA
VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY, RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2311- 117, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO
LEVY AN ASSESSMENT AGAINST BUSINESSES WITHIN THE RIVIERA VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS THERETO; AND
SET DECEMBER 5, 2023 AT 6: 00 PM AS THE DATE AND TIME FOR THE PUBLIC
HEARING ON THE LEVY OF THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 24. APPROVE A $ 32, 500 GRANT AWARD PACKAGE FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
PARKS AND RECREATION, DIVISION OF BOATING AND WATERWAYS FOR A SURRENDERED
AND ABANDONED VESSEL EXCHANGE ( SAVE) PROGRAM TO BE UTILIZED FOR THE
REMOVAL OF ABANDONED OR SURRENDERED VESSELS WITHIN REDONDO BEACH KING HARBOR
ADOPT BY 4/ 5THS VOTE AND BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2311- 124 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, MODIFYING THE ADOPTED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023- 2024 TO APPROPRIATE $ 32, 500 IN GRANT
FUNDING FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION, DIVISION OF
BOATING AND WATERWAYS FOR THE SAVE PROGRAM
ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2311- 125 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FY 2023/ 24 SAVE GRANT AGREEMENT
FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION OF BOATING AND WATERWAYS AND AUTHORIZING the city Manager or designee to execute the Agreement and
ANY RELATED
DOCUMENTS
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR H. 25. RECEIVE AND FILE THE MONTHLY UPDATE TO THE TWELVE- MONTH STRATEGIC PLAN OBJECTIVES ADOPTED BY CITY COUNCIL ON MAY 30, 2023
CONTACT: MIKE WITZANSKY, CITY MANAGER
H. 26. RECEIVE AND FILE COMMISSION ATTENDANCE REPORTS FROM JAN 1, 2022 TO OCT 31,
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CONTACT: ELEANOR MANZANO, CITY CLERK
Councilmember Nehrenheim pulled Items No. H. 7. and H. 9. from the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Obagi thanked Mike Klein from the Public Works Department for the shade structure at Andrews Park.
There were no public comments on the Consent Calendar.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to approve the Consent Calendar, as modified, pulling Items No. H. 7. and H. 9. for separate discussion and action. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolutions No. CC-2311- 117, CC- 2311- 118, CC-2311- 119, CC-2311- 121, CC- 2311- 122, CC- 2311- 123, , CC- 2311- 124 and CC-2311- 125 and Ordinances No. 3265- 23 and 3267- 23.
I. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
H. 7. ADOPT BY TITLE ONLY RESOLUTION NO. CC- 2311- 120, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, LEASING CERTAIN PROPERTY
TO KING HARBOR CANTINA, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY APPROVE THE LEASE WITH KING HARBOR CANTINA, LLC FOR THE PREMISES AT 207 NORTH HARBOR DRIVE, REDONDO BEACH, CA FOR A MONTHLY MINIMUM RENT OF$ 3, 000, OR 8% OF TOTAL GROSS SALES, WHICHEVER IS GREATER, AND THE TERM NOVEMBER 21, 2023 THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2027
CONTACT: GREG KAPOVICH, WATERFRONT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Councilmember Nehrenheim reported this item involves the old Samba site; noted it had been underperforming; discussed the new leaseholder and new lease and spoke about moving forward in the Harbor.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the Item No. H. 7., as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein so ordered.
City Clerk Manzano read title to Resolution No. CC- 2311- 120.
H. 9. APPROVE AN ADDENDUM TO THE CARD SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH GLOBAL PAYMENTS DIRECT, INC. FOR CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEES TO BE PAID BY THE CARDHOLDER IN THE AMOUNT OF 3% PER TRANSACTION, AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY
CONTACT: EUGENE SOLOMON, CITY TREASURER
Councilmember Nehrenheim talked about savings to the City as a result of this agreement.
City Treasurer Solomon reported this matter is in an effort to improve efficiencies and is part of a fresh look.
Discussion followed regarding a review of current transactions and renegotiation of credit card exchange rates.
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There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Obagi, to approve the Item No. H. 9., as presented. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein so ordered.
J. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON- AGENDA ITEMS
J. 1. For eComments and Emails Received from the Public Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Loewenstein, to receive and file documents submitted by Nikki Negrete- Mitchell. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein so ordered.
Nikki Negrete- Mitchell, District 3, discussed County Supervisor Holly Mitchell' s advocacy relative to the Metro C- Line Extension Project; announced her upcoming Community Walk and Townhall; addressed her poll; spoke about the importance of the issue and asked each City Councilmember to blast the flyers on their social platforms and through District outreach; requested adding it to the City' s newsletter and urged residents to complete the poll.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment under this item.
There were no other public comments on this item.
K. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS - None
L. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
M. ITEMS CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS AGENDAS - None
N. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION PRIOR TO ACTION
N. 1. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE ANNUAL REVIEW OF THE CITY' S
STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
CONTACT: EUGENE SOLOMON, CITY TREASURER
City Treasurer Solomon introduced the item and deferred to Chief Deputy City Treasurer Mehta for a report.
Chief Deputy City Treasurer Mehta provided a details of the Annual Review of the City' s Statement of Investment Policy and discussed a change to Item I.
Discussion followed regarding impacts to individual funds, responsible investing policies, monthly updates of the current investment portfolio of the City, anticipated investment changes and timing.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Nehrenheim, to approve the City' s Statement of Investment Policy. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein so ordered.
N. 2. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A MURAL FOR THE REDONDO BEACH PAD 10 SKATE PARK AT 500 FISHERMAN' S WHARF
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APPROVE THE MURAL CONCEPT RECOMMENDED BY THE PUBLIC ART COMMISSION AND
DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE A CONTRACT WITH THE SELECTED ARTIST TO COMPLETE
MURAL INSTALLATION
CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Cultural Arts Manager Margolis narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the proposed mural for the Redondo Beach Pad 10 Skate Park at 500 Fisherman' s Wharf.
City Attorney Webb discussed the artists and their concepts and asked for direction from Council as to which concept is preferred.
City Manager Witzansky spoke about installing more public art in the community; noted all three artists are viewed as capable and qualified; discussed the review process by the Public Arts Commission and their advisory role and stated it is ultimately, City Council' s decision in terms of the concept and where the art is installed.
Discussion followed regarding the surfaces to be painted, working with Public Works to ensure the walls selected are appropriate and the timeline.
Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein invited Artist Andy Jenkins to the podium.
Artist Jenkins reported the mural should not take more than six days to complete and spoke about the simple color palette and design.
City Attorney Webb reported the one requirement is that it must be a nautical theme.
Discussion followed regarding having no paint on the surfaces of floors, including the men' s and women' s bathroom doors, ensuring visibility of the restrooms, considering the mural as an icon for Redondo Beach, the results of the Public Art Commission' s vote, not appearing too " skatey", incorporating the City logo and the Public Art Commission' s rationale for choosing the recommended concept.
Artist Jenkins mentioned filming a documentary of the mural process in connection with the skating culture.
In reply to questions from Councilmember Behrendt, Cultural Arts Manager Margolis stated he has no concerns with the quality of the artists and their work; noted the Commission did not require complete proposals in advance and spoke about considering the climate, the quality of paints and coatings to use to prevent graffiti. He added that staff will consult with Public Works and return with a detailed agreement, concepts and specifications for City Council' s final approval.
Discussion followed regarding negotiating terms, considering the design and final contract, moving the project forward, quickly, including a " nod" to the King' s, welcoming non- skaters as well as skaters and using bright colors.
Councilmember Nehrenheim spoke about the mural identifying the Skate Park as an icon separate from the Harbor and International Boardwalk.
Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein invited Dante Perell, a representative of Artist Gustavo Zermeno, Jr., to talk about his proposed concepts.
Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein invited public comments on this item.
Leslie Campeggi spoke about a nearby, new mural on the wall; noted that has a broader look; felt that they clash and urged City Council to make sure whatever artwork is chosen, that it does not clash with what is
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already there.
There were no other public comments on this item.
Discussion followed regarding the timing for Artist Zermeno' s project, if approved, creating a sense of space, the bathrooms, having the artist provide the color palette/ paint chips to Public Works, whether the nautical theme was required, and other artists invited to provide proposals.
Cultural Arts Manager Margolis reported the Commission did not approve any language related to a theme; did not issue an RFP for this project and discussed the licensing agreement.
City Manager Witzansky added this was an abbreviated RFP and spoke about trusting the artist to produce a design.
Motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Behrendt, to APPROVE THE MURAL
CONCEPT RECOMMENDED BY THE PUBLIC ART COMMISSION AND DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE A CONTRACT WITH THE SELECTED ARTIST TO COMPLETE MURAL INSTALLATION, incorporating more of Redondo Beach, the Waterfront and the International Boardwalk, leaving a space for future placement of the City logo (once it has been approved) and recognizing the L.A. King' s.
Substitute motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein, to APPROVE
THE MURAL CONCEPT RECOMMENDED BY THE PUBLIC ART COMMISSION AND DIRECT STAFF TO work with Artist Jenkins and return to City Council with the final design, incorporating recognition of the L.A.
King' s, the updating the design of the bathroom area and making it uniquely for the Skate Park and PREPARE A CONTRACT WITH THE SELECTED ARTIST TO COMPLETE MURAL INSTALLATION, leaving a space for future placement of the City logo ( once it has been approved).
The Substitute motion carried with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Behrendt, Kaluderovic, Nehrenheim, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein NOES: Obagi
ABSENT: None
N. 3. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF EDGE LINE
STRIPING AS A TRAFFIC CALMING MEASURE AND LEADING PEDESTRIAN INTERVALS ( LPI)
AS A TRAFFIC SAFETY MEASURE
CONTACT: TED SEMAAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Public Works Director Semaan introduced the item and new Traffic Engineer Ryan Lou and deferred to him for a presentation.
Traffic Engineer Lou narrated PowerPoint slides with details of Edge Line Striping and Leading Pedestrian Intervals ( LPI) as traffic safety measures and staff recommendations to approve both as administrative traffic calming/ safety measures, when determined appropriate and in accordance with relevant guidelines and industry practice.
Discussion followed changing the synchronization of the traffic signals under LPI, being judicious and strategic with implementation, improved efforts for pedestrian safety, implementation by Caltrans and related impacts, pros and cons of both and seeking support from residents on a case- by-case basis.
Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein invited public comments.
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Wayne Craig spoke about delayed timing and signal synchronization for pedestrians; discussed dangerous intersections along PCH, Ruby and Guadalupe( managed by Caltrans) and requested urging Caltrans to make the change.
City Clerk Manzano reported receiving one eComment in support of this item.
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Nehrenheim, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to approve staff recommendations, to Edge Line Striping and Leading Pedestrian Intervals ( LPI) as administrative traffic calming/ safety measures, when determined appropriate and in accordance with relevant guidelines and industry practice. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern Loewenstein so ordered.
O. CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Witzansky announced City closures for the Holidays, upcoming Holiday events and restricted counter hours.
P. MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEMS - None
Q. MAYOR AND COUNCIL REFERRALS TO STAFF
Councilmember Nehrenheim commented on the " rough" condition of the City Christmas Tree.
R. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION —
R. 1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - The Closed Session is authorized the Government Code Section 54956. 8.
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Mike Witzansky, City Manager
Greg Kapovich, Waterfront & Economic Development Director PROPERTY:
230 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (A portion of APN: 7505- 002-932) NEGOTIATING PARTIES:
Brain Campbell
BC Urban, LLC
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both Price and Terms
R. 2. 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 Professional and Supervisory Association, Redondo Beach City Employees Association, Teamsters, and Management & Confidential Employees
MINUTES- CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
S. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION — None
T. ADJOURNMENT— 7: 55 PM
There being no further business to come before the City Council, motion by Councilmember Obagi, seconded by Councilmember Kaluderovic, to adjourn the meeting 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. on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, in the Redondo Beach City Hall Council Chambers, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach, California. There being no objections, Mayor Pro Tern 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,
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Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
MINUTES- CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, November 21, 2023