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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AUTHORITY
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 - MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER —The Closed Session meeting was called to order by Mayor Pro Tern
Harlan at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Marr Council
Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens (participating
remotely).
Absent: Council Member Harper.
Mayor Stephens stated he was participating remotely pursuant to AB 2449 due to an illness
and disclosed there were no other adults present.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — NONE.
CLOSED SESSION ITEM:
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8
Fairview Developmental Center; APN: 420-012-16
Property: 2501 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Agency Negotiators: Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: State of California
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
City Council recessed at 5:05 p.m. for Closed Session.
Closed Session adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER - The Regular City Council and Housing Authority meeting was called to
order by Mayor Pro Tern Harlan at 6:07 p.m.
NATIONAL ANTHEM AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — The National Anthem was played
by Mariachi Juvenil Herencia Michoacana, and the Mayor Pro Tern led the Pledge of
Allegiance.
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION — Led by Calvary Chapel Dave Manne, Pastor
Emeritus.
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Mayor Stephens stated he was participating remotely pursuant to AB 2449 due to an illness
and disclosed that two adults, his wife and his son, were present at the location.
ROLL CALL
Present: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Marr, Council
Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens (participating
remotely).
Absent: Council Member Harper.
CITY ATTORNEY CLOSED SESSION REPORT — No reportable action.
The City Council recognized the Arts of Jiu Jit Su Athletes.
The City Council recognized September as Hispanic Heritage Month 2024, and recognized the
Prada family, Resilience OC, and Promotoras De Salud OC.
Vicki Johnson, spoke in opposition of Costa Mesa joining the Orange County Power Authority.
Wendy Leece, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of Costa Mesa joining the Orange County
Power Authority, spoke on Consent Calendar item #6 and in opposition of the work completed
on 19t" St.
Carmen Ramirez, spoke on people dumping trash and furniture in the neighborhood, and
requested enforcement notices to be sent to the property owners.
Speaker, spoke on permit parking not being enforced on nights and weekends, spoke on the
rental assistance program and that housing is a State issue, spoke against a crosswalk at
Center St. and Placentia Ave., spoke on Measure K and the Bear Street development project,
and spoke on the performance of the City Council.
Minerva Flores, spoke on receiving an eviction notice and only given two months to move.
Bertha Orozco, requested a traffic signal at Baker St. and College St., and requested parking
enforcement tree maintenance and street sweeping.
David Martinez, spoke on consent calendar item #6 and spoke in support of the safety
improvements on the roads.
Alicia Esquivel, spoke on an event on Shalimar Street and that people received parking tickets,
requested flexibility during community events due to a lack of parking, and spoke on speeding
issues on Wilson St. at 7:00 a.m.
Andrew Barnes spoke in support of traffic safety and in support of changes for bike and
pedestrian safety.
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COUNCIL MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS
Council Member Reynolds spoke on an event on September 21st regarding opportunities to
lower energy bills, a Costa Mesa Historical Society community bike ride on September 28th,
spoke in support of volunteering on PTA's and fundraising drives, shared data on the W. 19th
Street project regarding safety, spoke on celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, and spoke on
building relationships.
Council Member Chavez wished everybody a Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, spoke on
building relationships, spoke on National Voter Registration Day, a Save Our Youth (SOY)
open house on September 18t", spoke on reporting graffiti on the 311 App, spoke on
enforcement of parking permits, spoke on the need for a crosswalk on Placentia and Center
Street, and that he is working with staff on the Plumer Street alleyway improvements.
Council Member Gameros spoke on remembering 9/11 and dedicating the meeting in memory
of those that gave their lives on 9/11, spoke on the ARTventure event, congratulated Sergeant
Miles on his retirement, congratulated the traffic safety bureau on the bike rodeo, recognized
the Fire and Rescue teams on their deployment to other areas, and spoke on the Scarecrow
Festival on October 12t"
Council Member Marr spoke on Hispanic Heritage Month, indicated she would like agendized
for discussion the Commercial Parking Standards, inquired on the beekeeping ordinance, and
praised Steve Ely, Director of Information Technology, for participating in the Veterans Surf
Camp.
Mayor Pro Tern Harlan spoke on the Fire Station 4 groundbreaking, spoke on the ARTventure
event and on supporting local artists.
Mayor Stephens spoke on the Fire Station 4 groundbreaking, recognized the Fire and Rescue
teams on their deployment to other areas, spoke on attending the Families Forward Gala,
spoke on being on a panel at the Genesis Bank Catalyst Expo, and spoke on the Rising Above
Disabilities (RAD) Camp Gala on September 29t"
The City Manager recognized the Fire and Rescue teams on their deployment to other areas,
spoke on remembering 9/11, spoke on National Preparedness Month and a Fire Station open
house on October 5t", spoke on the Artventure event, spoke on Hispanic Heritage Month,
spoke on being a keynote speaker at a Prayer Breakfast at Vanguard University, spoke on a
small business clinic on September 26t", spoke on enforcement of residential parking permits
and provided data, and recognized Hispanic staff members Cecilia Gallardo-Daly, Alma
Reyes, Sergio Escobar, Ivis Torres, Francine Jimenez, and Carol Molina,
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CONSENT CALENDAR
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Reynolds
MOTION: Approve the Consent Calendar except for item number 5.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Marr, Council
Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None.
Absent: Council Member Harper.
Abstain: Council Member Gameros recused himself on item #3 the Warrant Resolution due to
his wife being employed by Priceless Pet Rescue.
Motion carried: 6-0-1
1. PROCEDURAL OF ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS
ACTION:
City Council and Housing Authority approved the reading by title only and waived further
reading of Ordinances and Resolutions.
ACTION:
City Council received and filed Claims received by the City Clerk and authorized staff to
reject any and all Claims: Jennifer Nieto, Irvine Company -Enclave.
Council Member Gameros recused himself due to his wife being employed by Priceless
Pet Rescue.
ACTION:
City Council approved Warrant Resolution No. 2723.
4. MINUTES
ACTION:
City Council approved the minutes of the Special meeting of April 19, 2024, the Study
Session meeting of June 11, 2024, and the Regular meeting of September 3, 2024.
6. ACCEPTANCE OF THE PLACENTIA AVENUE, WEST 19TH STREET, AND EAST
17TH STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION, BICYCLE FACILITY, AND STRIPING
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 22-08
ACTION:
The City Council:
1. Accepted the work performed b,,
Corona, California 92879 for the
Street Pavement Rehabilitation,
City Project No. 22-08., and
Completion.
All American Asphalt, Inc., 400 East Sixth Street,
Placentia Avenue, West 19th Street, and East 17th
Bicycle Facility, and Striping Improvements Project,
authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of
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2. Authorized the City Manager to release the retention monies thirty-five (35) days
after the Notice of Completion filing date; authorized release of the Labor and
Material Bond seven (7) months after the filing date; and release of the Faithful
Performance Bond one (1) year after the filing date.
7. RESPONSES TO ORANGE COUNTY GRAND JURY REPORT - E-BIKES FRIEND
OR FOE
ACTION:
The City Council approved the draft responses to Findings 1-3 and Recommendations
1-3 in the Orange County Grand Jury (OCGJ) Report titled "E-Bikes Friend or Foe."
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MOBILE5. • SYSTEM (MVS) REPLACEMENT AND PURCHASE WITH AXON
ENTERPRISE, INC.
Public Comment:
Ralph Taboada, Costa Mesa, stated the item should have been placed under New
Business for discussion.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Reynolds
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Marr,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None.
Absent: Council Member Harper.
Abstain: None.
Motion carried: 6-0-1
ACTION:
The City Council:
1. Authorized the purchase of a mobile video system (MVS) from Axon Enterprise, Inc.
(Axon) through the Omnia Partners Cooperative Agreement Contract #
3544-21-4615 in the amount of $6,949,522 as part of a 10-year agreement to
replace the Police Department's current MVS.
2. Authorized a 1.5% contingency in the amount of $104,243 for unforeseen costs
relating to the replacement of the police department's current MVS.
3. Authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to execute an agreement with Axon
Enterprise, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE.
1. CITY COUNCIL SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE TO
INCREASE CITY COUNCIL COMPENSATION
Presentation by Ms. Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Public Comments:
Wendy Leece, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition to an increase in the Council
Compensation.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Gameros/Council Member Marr
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Marr,
Council Member Reynolds, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: Mayor Pro Tern Harlan.
Absent: Council Member Harper.
Abstain: None.
Motion carried: 5-1-1
ACTION:
The City Council give second reading to and adopted, Ordinance No. 2024-11
increasing the City Council compensation effective after the general election, with the
new City Council in December 2024.
1. APPROVAL OF SIDE LETTER WITH THE COSTA MESA CITY EMPLOYEES
ASSOCIATION REGARDING THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU AND
UPDATES TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT HIRING AND REFERRAL INCENTIVE
PROGRAM
Presentation by Ms. Lee, Human Resources Manager.
Public Comment: None.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Gameros/Council Member Marr
MOTION: Approve staff recommendation.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Marr,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None.
Absent: Council Member Harper.
Abstain: None.
Motion carried: 6-0-1
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ACTION:
The City Council:
1. Approved and Adopted the Side Letter with the City Employees Association.
2. Approved and Adopted Resolution Number 2024-41 renaming Communications
classifications and updating pay rates.
3. Approve and Adopted Resolution Number 2024-42 establishing the Reserve Senior
Public Safety Dispatcher.
4. Approved the certified Fiscal Impact Analysis.
5. Authorized the City Manager and members of the City's Negotiation Team to
execute the Side Letter documents.
6. Approved an appropriation increase of $355,866 in the FY 2024/2025 for one-time
incentives for the retention and retroactive overtime costs and the new Hiring and
Referral Incentive Program.
7. Approved an appropriation increase of $363,913 in the FY 2024/2025 for recurring
costs due to compensation adjustments for the Police Department dispatch staff.
2. AMENDMENTS TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH MERCY
HOUSE & BRACKEN'S KITCHEN FOR SERVICES AT THE COSTA MESA BRIDGE
SHELTER
Presentation by Mr. Robbins, Neighborhood Improvement Manager.
Public Comment: None.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Reynolds
MOTION: Approve staff recommendation.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Marr,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tem Harlan, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None.
Absent: Council Member Harper.
Abstain: None.
Motion carried: 6-0-1
ACTION:
1. City Council approved Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement
with Mercy House, increasing the compensation by $197,894 for a new annual
not -to -exceed amount of $2,383,180.
2. Approved Amendment No. 4 to the Professional Services Agreement with Bracken's
Kitchen, increasing the compensation by $91,250 for a new annual not -to -exceed
amount of $492,750.
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3. Authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to execute all agreements and any
amendments to the agreements.
ADDITIONAL COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND
SUGGESTIONS — NONE.
ADJOURNMENT — Mayor Pro Tern Harlan adjourned the meeting at 8:35 p.m. in
remembrance of the first responders that lost their lives on 9/11.
Minutes adopted on this 1st day of October, 2024.
ATTEST:
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Brenda Green, dity Clerk
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