HomeMy WebLinkAbout7-16-2024 MinutesREGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY
TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2024 - MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER —The Closed Session meeting was called to order by Mayor Stephens at
5:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Harper,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
Absent: Council Member Marr.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — NONE.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS:
1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8
APN: 424-051-23; Property: 778 Shalimar Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Agency Negotiators: Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Dominic Bulone
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
City Council recessed at 5:01 p.m. for Closed Session.
Closed Session adjourned at 5:43 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER —The Regular City Council and Housing Authority meeting was called to
order by Mayor Stephens at 6:00 p.m.
NATIONAL ANTHEM AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — A video was played of the National
Anthem and the mayor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION — Led by Calvary Chapel Dave Manne, Pastor
Emeritus.
ROLL CALL
Present: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Harper
(Excused at 8:33 p.m.), Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and
Mayor Stephens.
Absent: Council Member Marr.
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CITY ATTORNEY CLOSED SESSION REPORT — No reportable action.
PRESENTATIONS: NONE.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Kim Hendricks, Fairview Park Alliance, spoke on Fairview Park and is opposed to flying in
Fairview Park.
Alberta Mirisciotti, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of a beekeeping ordinance.
Priscilla Rocco, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of a beekeeping ordinance.
Sandy Tabako, Garden Grove, spoke in support of a beekeeping ordinance.
Alfie Sanchez, Grand Prix 5K Fun Run, invited the City Council to the event at 3555 Harbor
Gateway, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., on Sunday, July 21st
Diana Summer, Lakewood, spoke in support of a beekeeping ordinance.
Speaker, Resilience Orange County, thanked staff for participating in a tenants rights training,
shared pictures from the event, spoke on publishing the agenda earlier, and requested a
crosswalk at Placentia Avenue and Center Street.
John Wesley Lakewood, spoke in support of a beekeeping ordinance.
Boris Baer spoke in support of a beekeeping ordinance.
Eilleen Aragon spoke in support of a beekeeping ordinance.
Barbara Baer-Imhoof spoke in support of a beekeeping ordinance.
Speaker, spoke on traffic on Placentia Avenue, spoke on development and housing, and
spoke against the current parking requirements.
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS
Council Member Gameros spoke on the July 3rd event and thanked staff, spoke on the Orange
County Fair starting on July 19t", spoke on Movies in the Park, and spoke on community
meetings for the Fairview Developmental Center.
Council Member Harper thanked speakers for information on beekeeping and congratulated
the Slammers Soccer Club in Costa Mesa for winning National Championships.
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Council Member Reynolds spoke on the intersection at Placentia Avenue and Center Street
and requested staff to explore options, spoke on bicycle and pedestrian safety, spoke on the
Fairview Park Steering_ Committee and the timing for the Master Plan Update,_spoke_on the
Mobile Home Advisory Committee meeting, and spoke on the August 15t" Fair Housing
Workshop.
Council Member Chavez thanked speakers for information on beekeeping, spoke on exploring
options at the Placentia Avenue and Center Street intersection, spoke on the green striping to
Fairview Park, spoke on the 311 app and reporting graffiti, spoke on utilizing the 311 app, and
thanked Supervisor Foley for appointing him to the OCTA Community Advisory Committee.
Mayor Pro Tern Harlan congratulated Urban Workshop for celebrating their 10-year
anniversary and spoke on Concerts in the Park.
Mayor Stephens spoke on Urban Workshop, spoke on the July 3rd event and thanked staff for
their work on the event, thanked the Fire Department for extinguishing the June 231d fire at
Fairview Park, thanked the Fire Department for extinguishing the two structure fires due to
electric bike batteries, spoke on Adams Avenue improvements, spoke on the Orange County
Fair and July 19t" is Costa Mesa Day at the Fair, and spoke on the Raiders training camp
beginning on July 20tn
REPORT — CITY MANAGER — Ms. Farrell Harrison reported on bringing forth a beekeeping
ordinance, the Raiders training camp, and that staff will explore the Placentia Avenue and
Center Street intersection.
REPORT — CITY ATTORNEY — NONE.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Reynolds/Council Member Harper
MOTION: Approve the Consent Calendar.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Harper, Council
Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None.
Absent: Council Member Marr.
Abstain: Mayor Stephens recused himself on item 3 the Warrant Resolution due to campaign
contributions received from Everette Dorey LLP and Ware Disposal Inc.
Motion carried: 6-0-1
1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: WAIVE THE FULL READING OF ALL ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS
ACTION:
City Council and Housing Authority approved the reading by title only and waived
further reading of Ordinances and Resolutions.
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2. READING FOLDER
ACTION:
City Council received and filed Claims received by the City Clerk and authorized
staff to reject any and all Claims: Joyce Jie Luo, Christopher Pizarro, Adolfo
---Rodriguez, Augustine Um-e=Ezeoke.
Mayor Stephens recused himself on this item due to campaign contributions received
from Everette Dorey LLP and Ware Disposal Inc.
ACTION:
City Council approved Warrant Resolution No. 2720.
4. MINUTES
ACTION:
City Council approved the minutes of the regular meeting of June 18, 2024.
ACTION:
1. City Council approved a 3-year renewal of the Microsoft Enterprise Agreement
through Dell Technologies in the amount not -to -exceed $924,625.83 (payable in
three equal annual payments of $308,208.61).
2. Authorized the City Manager to sign the agreement and any documents necessary
to continue the City's participation in the program during the 3-year term.
TRAFFIC6. , DISTRICI
AGRICULTURAL
ACTION:
1. City Council approved the 2024 agreement between the City and the 32nd District
Agricultural Association for traffic management services for the Orange County Fair.
2. Approved the 2024 agreement between the City and the 32nd District Agricultural
Association for traffic management services for all designated year-round events at
the Orange County Fair and Event Center ("OCFEC").
3. Authorized the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the agreements.
4. Authorized the City Manager, or her designee, to execute any amendments to the
agreements, including but not limited to, amendments increasing the maximum
compensation to be paid to the City.
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7. SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SAFETY HELICOPTER SUPPORT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AND THE CITY OF COSTA MESA
ACTION:
1. City Council approved the Services Agreement for public safety helicopter support
-- - -- services -between -the City of -Huntington- Beach and--the-City of -Costa -Mesa for three
years in an amount not to exceed $300,000 annually.
2. Approved the Consumer Price Index (CPI) annually and adjusted the contract
accordingly.
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Services Agreement, in substantially the
form as attached and in such final form as approved by the City Attorney, and future
amendments to the Agreement.
8. ACCEPTANCE OF THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMEN1
REMODELING PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. ..
ACTION:
1. City Council accepted the work performed by Builtall, 4712 East 2nd Street, #520,
Long Beach, California 90803, for the Information Technology Department
Remodeling Project, City Project No. 22-09, and authorize the City Clerk to file the
Notice of Completion.
2. Authorized the City Manager to release the retention monies thirty-five (35) days
after the Notice of Completion filing date, release the Labor and Material Bond seven
(7) months after the filing date, and release the Faithful Performance Bond at the
conclusion of the one-year warranty period.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
(Pursuant to Resolution No. 05-55, Public Hearings begin at 7:00 p.m.)
1. ENHANCED MOBILITY FOR SENIORS AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
GRANT FUNDING - OCTA
Presentation by Mr. Gruner, Parks and Community Services Director.
Public Comments: None.
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MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Reynolds/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve staff recommendation.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Harper,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
- Nays: —None-.
-- -
Absent: Council Member Marr.
Abstain: None.
Motion carried: 6-0
ACTION:
City Council conducted the public hearing to meet Orange County Transportation
Authority (OCTA) grant fund application requirements to establish coordination with
non -profits and ensure services are not being duplicated.
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES TO AMEND CHAPTERS.D 3 OF
(BICYCLES); AND CHAPTERS I THROUGH 21 OF TITLE 10 (MOTOR VEHICLE
TRAFFIC) OF THE COSTAD
Presentation by Mr. Thomas, Active Transportation Coordinator.
Public Comments: None.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Reynolds/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve staff recommendation.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Harper,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None.
Absent: Council Member Marr.
Abstain: None.
Motion carried: 6-0
ACTION:
1. City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2024-08, to amend Chapters 2 and 3 of Title 4
(Bicycles) of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code to be in compliance with current
California laws related to bicycles and current practices and procedures.
2. Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-09, to amend Chapters 1 through 21 of Title 10 (Motor
Vehicle Traffic) of the Costa Mesa Municipal Code to be in compliance with current
California laws and related to bicycles and current practices and procedures.
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1. ORANGE COUNTY POWER AUTHORITY - FEASIBILITY STUDY
Presentation by Ms. Gallardo Daly, Assistant City Manager and Joe Mosca, Chief
Executive Officer, Orange County Power Authority.
Public Comments:
Speaker, spoke on the item, spoke on the Orange County Power Authority leadership,
inquired why other government entities are opted out, and requested the study be
brought before the Finance and Pension Advisory Committee.
Craig Preston, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the item.
Tom Hazellief spoke in support of the item.
Jennifer Tanaka, Costa Mesa, spoke on the reliability of the feasibility study, and for the
City to do their own due diligence, spoke on an opt out program, and spoke on credit
ratings.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Harlan/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve staff recommendation.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Reynolds,
Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: Council Member Harper.
Absent: Council Member Marr.
Abstain: None.
Motion carried: 5-1-1
ACTION:
City Council authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to issue a non -disclosure
agreement to release City of Costa Mesa load data from Southern California Edison
(SCE) to the Orange County Power Authority (OCPA) to conduct a feasibility study to
determine whether joining OCPA is mutually beneficial.
2. OPTION TO LEASE AGREEMENT TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A 70-UNIT
AFFORDABLE SENIOR AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROJECT LOCATED AT
THE CITY'S SENIOR CENTER, 695 WEST 19TH STREET
Presentation by Mr. Mendez, Senior Planner.
Public Comments:
Robert Morse spoke on the need for affordable housing.
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MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Stephens/Mayor Pro Tern Harlan
MOTION: Approve staff recommendation.
The motion carried_by the followingroll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros,
Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None.
Absent: Council Member Harper and Council Member Marr.
Abstain: None.
Motion carried: 5-0-2
Council Member Reynolds,
ACTION:
City Council reviewed and approved the "Option to Lease Agreement" for a term that
will expire on October 31, 2024, with one possible 120 day extension. The purpose of
the agreement is for Jamboree Housing to apply for Project -Based Vouchers issued by
the County of Orange.
Presentation by Mr. Yang, City Engineer and Mr. Coward, Community Relations
Manager.
Public Comments:
Ralph Taboada requested bathrooms to be added to the design and that they be open
daily.
David Martinez spoke on a pedestrian cut through at the end of Minor Street for a more
direct path, requested to add bathrooms to the design, spoke on noise mitigation, spoke
on including bike racks that fit different size bikes, and expressed concern for two parks
in District 4 being under construction at the same time.
Cynthia McDonald, Costa Mesa, requested bathrooms and bike racks be added to the
design.
Discussion ensued on outreach to the families of Officers Ketchum and Libolt, adding
bike racks that's accommodates various sizes, conduct outreach to residents on Miner
Street regarding pedestrian access, the OCTA bus stop that has been deactivated, and
during phase two explore the feasibility of installing bathrooms.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/ Council Member Gameros
MOTION: Approve staff recommendation, including outreach to families of Officers
Ketchum and Libolt for input on the design, add bike racks that's accommodates various
sizes, conduct outreach to residents on Miner Street regarding pedestrian access, and
during phase two explore the feasibility of installing bathrooms.
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The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Reynolds,
Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens. _ -
Nays: None.
Absent: Council Member Harper and Council Member Marr.
Abstain: None.
Motion carried: 5-0-2
ACTION:
City Council approved the conceptual design plan, park theme, and park components
for the improvements at Ketchum-Libolt Park, 2150 Maple Street, Costa Mesa. Including
outreach to families of Officers Ketchum and Libolt for input on the design, add bike
racks that's accommodates various sizes, conduct outreach to residents on Miner Street
regarding pedestrian access, and during phase two explore the feasibility of installing
bathrooms.
ADDITIONAL COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, ANW
SUGGESTIONS•
ADJOURNMENT — Mayor Stephens adjourned the meeting at 9:36 p.m.
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Minutes adopted on this 6t" day of August, 2024.
John,St��ie s, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Brenda Gree , City Clerk
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