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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR
AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
TUESDAY, APRIL 6, 2021
CLOSED SESSION
4:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER - The Closed Session meeting was called to order by Mayor Stephens
at 4:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present by Zoom: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Harlan, Council Member
Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor
Stephens.
Absent: Council Member Gameros
PUBLIC COMMENTS — NONE.
Ex-parte communications: Council Member Chavez spoke with a CMFA representative,
Mayor Pro Tern Marr spoke with a CMFA representative, and Mayor Stephens spoke
with a CMFA representative.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6, California Government Code
Agency Designated Representatives: Peter Brown, Partner, Liebert Cassidy
Whitmore, Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Name of Employee Organization: Costa Mesa Firefighters Association (CMFA),
Costa Mesa Fire Management Association (CMFMA)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6, California Government Code
Agency Designated Representative: Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Name of Employee Organization: Costa Mesa Police Association (CMPA),
Costa Mesa Police Management Association (CMPMA)
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6, California Government Code
Agency Designated Representative: Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Name of Employee Organization: Costa Mesa City Employees Association
(CMCEA)
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4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6, California Government Code
Agency Designated Representative: Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Name of Employee Organization: Costa Mesa Division Managers Association
(CMDMA)
5. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6, California Government Code
Agency Designated Representative: Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Name of Employee Organization: Unrepresented Employees: Confidential Unit,
Confidential Management Unit, Executive Employees, Part -Time Employees.
6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Subdivision (d)(2) of Section 54956.9, California Government Code
Bernede v. Costa Mesa (Schaefer), OCSC Case No. 30-2019-01041552-CU-PO-
CJC
7. THREAT TO SECURITY
Pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 54957, California Government Code
Consultation with: Costa Mesa Director of Emergency Services, and City Manager,
Lori Ann Farrell Harrison; Bryan Glass, Police Chief; Dan Stefano, Fire Chief; and
Jason Dempsey, Emergency Services Administrator.
City Council recessed at 4:07 p.m. for Closed Session.
Closed Session adjourned at 5:53 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER - The Regular City Council and Successor Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency meeting was called to order by Mayor Stephens at 6:04 p.m.
via Zoom webinar.
NATIONAL ANTHEM AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Stephens
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION
Pastor Christine Nolf, Redemption Church, Costa Mesa.
ROLL CALL
Present by Zoom: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Harlan, Council Member
Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor
Stephens.
Absent: Council Member Gameros
CITY ATTORNEY CLOSED SESSION REPORT — No Reportable Action.
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PRESENTATIONS:
1. Mayor Stephens recognized former Costa Mesa Mayor, Supervisor Katrina Foley.
2. Mayor Stephens proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Speaker, spoke on profanity and censorship.
Wendy Leece, Costa Mesa, congratulated Supervisor Foley and Mayor Stephens, and
spoke in support of opening the Council Chambers.
Flo Martin, Costa Mesa, spoke on the bike route on Wilson Street and safety concerns.
Mimi Turgeon, Costa Mesa, spoke on a problem with a neighbor.
Nicole McMillon, Costa Mesa, spoke on a raccoon problem.
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, spoke against the appointment process of the mayor at the
3/16/21 City Council meeting.
Speaker, spoke on issues associated with Smart n Final and spoke in support of hybrid
meetings that allows for public participation.
Speaker, spoke against the appointment process of the mayor at the 3/16/21 City Council
meeting.
Mary Pham, expressed concern on cannabis businesses being allowed in a commercial
industrial area in close proximity to a school.
Angel Ayapantecatt, spoke on how basketball courts are not available.
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS
Council Member Chavez spoke on the walk audit, the homeless shelter opening, Housing
and Public Grants Committee meeting, the OC Fairgrounds Super POD for vaccines,
Smart n Final update, and a light out on Monrovia street.
Council Member Harlan spoke on addressing citizens' concerns, expressed concern on
a bicyclist fatality on the Eastside, and spoke on safety concerns.
Council Member Harper spoke on assisting constituents, was in support of an application
process for filling the mayor's seat, requested that controversial items be moved to the
front of the agenda, and for streamlined presentations, for the meetings to end at 11:00
p.m., and for agendas to be released earlier.
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Council Member Reynolds spoke on walking and biking safety, relaunching the bike rides
for Earth Week, attending a community meeting on housing, and spoke on the shelter
transition.
Mayor Stephens spoke on meetings returning to City Hall, limiting PowerPoint
presentations, responded to public comments on the mayor's appointment, and
requested a video be played regarding opening day of the Costa Mesa Little League
2021.
REPORT — CITY MANAGER — Ms. Farrell Harrison spoke on vaccines, the ribbon cutting
for the homeless shelter, April is "Let's Be Kind" month, and Dispatchers Appreciation
Week.
REPORT — CITY ATTORNEY — Ms. Hall Barlow spoke on illegal dispensaries that were
shut down, and requested the public to not patronize the illegal dispensaries, and thanked
the dispatchers.
CONSENT CALENDAR: (Items 1-8)
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Marr/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve recommended actions for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 8.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Harlan, Council Member Harper,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tem Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Gameros
Motion carried: 6-0-1
1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: APPROVE THE READING BY TITLE ONLY OF ALL
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ACTION:
City Council and Agency Board approved the reading by title only and waived full
reading of Ordinances and Resolutions.
2. READING FOLDER
Claims received by the City Clerk: Luis Collado, Peter Do, David Dunne,
Interinsurance Exchange of the Automobile Club, Joseph Jones, Cynthia
Sandoval, Dania Tobar Soyos.
ACTION:
City Council received and filed.
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3. WARRANT RESOLUTION NO. 2657 — Finance Department
ACTION:
City Council approved Warrant Resolution No. 2657 of the City Council of the City
of Costa Mesa, California, allowing certain claims and demands, including Payroll
Register Nos. 21-05 "A" for-$646.15 and 21-06 for $2,510,176.08; and City
operating expenses for $4,527,270.83.
4. MINUTES - City Manager's Office/City Clerk's Division
ACTION:
City Council approved the Minutes of the Special Strategic Planning Workshop of
January 29, 2021, the regular meetings of March 2, 2021 and March 16, 2021, and
the Special Study Session of March 23, 2021.
5. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH NATIONAL DEMOGRAPHICS
CORPORATION FOR DEMOGRAPHIC SERVICES AND PUBLIC
PARTICIPATION SERVICES RELATED TO THE 2021 REDISTRICTING
PROCESS - City Manager's Office/City Clerk's Division
ACTION:
1. City Council approved and authorized a Professional Services Agreement with
National Demographics Corporation (NDC) and the City of Costa Mesa for a total
not -to -exceed $80,000, for demographics analysis of census data, drawing draft
maps of proposed boundaries of districts, public outreach, and interactive web
tools related to the City's 2021 Redistricting Process.
2. Authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to execute a Professional 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.
6. APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE OF ADDITIONAL MOBILE VIDEO EQUIPMENT
WITH WATCHGUARD VIDEO — Police Department
ACTION:
1. City Council authorized the purchase of additional body worn cameras (BWCs),
cloud based video storage, and related equipment (mounts, charging/transfer
stations, and warranties) from WatchGuard Video in an amount not to exceed
$166,687.00 to supplement the Police Department's current system.
2. Authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to execute an agreement with
WatchGuard Video, Inc., in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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7. ACCEPTANCE AND ALLOCATION OF THE 2020 EDWARD BYRNE
MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) FUNDS — Police Department
ACTION:
1. City Council approved Resolution No. 2021-09 authorizing acceptance of the
2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funds and
authorized the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) with the County of Orange and the Certifications and Assurances for the
2020 Edward Byrne Memorial JAG.
2. Accepted $20,928.43 in JAG funds and appropriated funding in the Police
Department budget for the specified purpose.
8. GRANT AWARD ACCEPTANCE - VOLKSWAGEN MITIGATION TRUST FUND
TRANSIT BUS — Public Services Department
ACTION:
1. City Council accepted a grant for $159,985.41 from San Joaquin Valley Unified
Air Pollution Control District, administrator of Volkswagen (VW) Mitigation Trust
Funds for Zero -Emission Transit, School and Shuttle Bus Project.
2. Approved a budget adjustment appropriating the $159,985.41 for the purchase
of a new electric shuttle bus.
3. Authorized the purchase of a new e-shuttle from Creative Bus Sales, 14740
Ramona Avenue, Chino, CA 91710, for $159,985.41.
----------------------------------- END OF CONSENT CALENDAR -----------------------------------
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. AN ORDINANCE FOR AN EXTENSION TO AND AMENDMENT OF THE
SAKIOKA FARMS DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT DA-99-02 (DA-20-03),
SAKIOKA LOT 2,14850 SUNFLOWER AVENUE
Development Services Department/Planning Division
Ex-parte communications: Council Member Harper spoke with Planning
Commissioner Zich and Mr. Sakioka, Council Member Harlan spoke with Mr.
Sakioka, Mayor Pro Tem Marr spoke with Mr. Sakioka, and Mayor Stephens spoke
with Mr. Sakioka and Planning Commissioner De Arakal.
Staff presentation by Ms. Walsh, Assistant Planner.
Mr. Sakioka, representing the applicant, requested a 10-year extension of the
development agreement, the effective date memorialized with the language the city
attomey and staff recommended, and spoke on participating in the Housing Element
process.
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Public Comments:
Christine Nolf, representing the Costa Mesa Affordable Housing Coalition, spoke in
opposition of the item as it is currently written, and creating a new development
agreement to include affordable and high density housing.
Speaker, spoke in opposition of the item and creating a new development
agreement.
Amy Forbes, representing the applicant, spoke on the provisions in the development
agreement, the 2016 General Plan, and affordable housing.
Discussion ensued regarding density, public uses, long term planning, the General
Plan, the Housing Element, downzoning, and community benefits,
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Harlan/Mayor Stephens
MOTION: Approve recommended actions with the amendments to memorialize
the updated general plan and specific plan documents previously approved by the
City Council, on page 9 of the staff report, as follows: Effective Date. Section 3.1
of the Development Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with
the following: "This Agreement shall be effective as of May 15, 2001 (the "Effective
Date"). However, notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement,
including but not limited to Exhibit B to this Agreement (and consistent with Section
2.2 (ii) of this Agreement), the "City of Costa Mesa General Plan (2015-2035)" as
adopted June 21, 2016 and the "North Costa Mesa Specific Plan" as adopted on
September 6, 2016 shall be the versions of these documents included in the terms
"Existing Land Use Regulations", "Existing Development Approvals", and "Project"
as those terms are utilized in this Agreement."
Ms. Hall Barlow, City Attorney clarified that adding the amended language allowing
the applicant to develop pursuant to the 2016 development approvals should also
include the 2016 impact fees that would be applicable.
Council Member Harlan spoke in support of the motion.
Mayor Stephens spoke in support of the motion.
Ms. Hall Barlow, City Attorney clarified that under the terms of the existing
development agreement, the applicant will already pay the then current traffic
impact fees at the time of issuance of building permits, and the motion is not
intended to change that. The 2016 impact fees would be used for those which
might be lower under the existing development agreement if they used the 2001
approvals, including park impact fees and any other impact fees, subject to the
credits provided in the development agreement.
Mayor Pro Tern Marr spoke in support of the motion.
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MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Harlan/Mayor Stephens
MOTION: Approve recommended actions with the amendments to memorialize
the updated general plan and specific plan documents previously approved by the
City Council, on page 9 of the staff report, as follows: Effective Date. Section 3.1
of the Development Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with
the following: "This Agreement shall be effective as of May 15, 2001 (the "Effective
Date"). However, notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement,
including but not limited to Exhibit B to this Agreement (and consistent with Section
2.2 (ii) of this Agreement), the "City of Costa Mesa General Plan (2015-2035)" as
adopted June 21, 2016 and the "North Costa Mesa Specific Plan" as adopted on
September 6, 2016 shall be the versions of these documents included in the terms
"Existing Land Use Regulations", "Existing Development Approvals", and "Project"
as those terms are utilized in this Agreement."
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Harlan, Council Member Harper,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Gameros
Motion carried: 6-0-1
ACTION:
1. City Council found the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section
15061 (b) (3) (general rule) of the CEQA Guidelines because the amendment
is merely a time extension for an existing development agreement and does
not change the underlying project. In addition, the relevant environmental
analysis contained in the approved 2015-2035 General Plan EIR (SCH No.
2015111053, June 2016) is still valid and applicable to the project such that no
further environmental review is required.
2. Gave first reading to Ordinance 2021-07 to approve the time extension and
amendment to Development Agreement 99-02 (Development Agreement 20-
03).
City Council recessed into a break at 8:36 p.m.
City Council reconvened at 8:46 p.m.
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2. CITY COUNCIL REVIEW OF PLANNING APPLICATION 20-10 AND
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP T-21-01 (TTM NO. 19120) FOR A MASTER PLAN
FOR AN EIGHT -UNIT RESIDENTIAL COMMON INTEREST DEVELOPMENT
UNDER THE MESA WEST RESIDENTIAL OWNERSHIP URBAN PLAN AT 1978
MEYER PLACE AND 1979 ANAHEIM AVENUE
Development Services Department/Planning Division
Ex-parte communications: Council Member Reynolds spoke with the applicant and
Planning Commissioner Tourje, Council Member Harper spoke with Planning
Commissioner Zich, Council Member Chavez spoke with the applicant, residents,
and Planning Commissioner Tourje.
Mayor Stephens recused himself as he previously voted on the item while on the
Planning Commission.
Staff presentation by Ms. Huynh, Associate Planner.
Discussion ensued on the difference between a deviation and a variant, the
justification for deviations, and the number of projects approved under the current
urban plan.
Mr. Jones, applicant, provided a presentation on the item.
Discussion ensued on current rentals on the property, shade and shadow, privacy of
the neighbors, including affordable housing, the expected price point, total neighbors
adjacent, narrowing the driveway, street frontage, condition of no walls at public
sidewalks, lot area, open space, height and stories, and eliminating 2 parking spaces.
Public Comments:
Michael Moses Nolf, Costa Mesa, spoke on displacement of neighbors, including
affordable units, and favors two stories.
Christine Nolf, Costa Mesa, spoke on displacement, including affordability units, and
the height of the building.
David Martinez, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of a pedestrian pass through,
removing the 2 outer parking spaces, and affordability.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Reynolds
MOTION: Approve recommended actions with the addition of removing the 2 outer
parking spaces and include one moderate affordability unit.
Council Member Chavez spoke on the outdated overlay and spoke on the motion.
Council Member Reynolds spoke on the walkthrough and affordability components.
Discussion ensued on displacement benefits for the current tenants and current
rent.
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Council Member Harlan spoke on the need to revisit the overlay, and not legislating
affordability from the dais.
Council Member Harper agreed with Council Member Harlan, expressed concern
on removing two parking spaces and the height.
Ms. Hall Barlow, City Attorney, suggested an alternative in lieu of an affordable unit,
the applicant to work with city staff on a first time home buyer program.
Council Members Chavez and Reynolds agreed to the change.
Mr. Jones, applicant, agreed to eliminate two parking spaces, working with staff on
the first time home buyer program.
Ms. Farrell Harrison, City Manager, spoke on funding sources and working with the
developer on the first time home buyer program.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Reynolds
MOTION: Approve recommended actions with the addition of having the applicant
work with city staff to remove 2 parking spaces to create a proper walkthrough and
to work with city staff to create a process where 2 of the units go to first time home
buyers, preferably Costa Mesa residents.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Harlan, Council Member Harper,
Council Member Reynolds, and Mayor Pro Tern Marr.
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Gameros
Abstain: Mayor Stephens
Motion carried: 5-0-1-1
ACTION:
City Council upheld the Planning Commission's decision to adopt Resolution No.
2021-10.
1. Found that the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In -fill
Development Projects).
2. Approved Planning Application 20-10 and Tentative Tract Map T-21-01 with
changes.
3. Modified the project to eliminate two parking spaces to allow for a connected
pedestrian pathway between Meyer Place and Anaheim Avenue.
4. Requested two of the eight dwelling units be intended for first time homebuyers
for preferably Costa Mesa residents through the City's first time homebuyer
program.
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
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City Council recessed into a break at 10:16 p.m.
City Council reconvened at 10:23 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. ADOPTION OF URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 2021-XX TO REPEAL
ORDINANCE NO. 2020-11 RELATING TO TEMPORARY MORATORIA ON
EVICTING TENANTS, AND DECLARING THE ORDINANCE TO BE AN
EMERGENCY MEASURE TO TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY UPON ADOPTION
City Attorney's Office/Development Services Department
Staff presentation by Ms. Farrell Harrison, City Manager and Ms. Hall Barlow, City
Attorney.
Discussion ensued on rent due dates.
Public Comments:
Jose Cornejo, spoke in support of the item.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tem Marr/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve recommended actions.
Discussion ensued on public outreach on the item.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tem Marr/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve recommended actions.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Harlan, Council Member Harper,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tem Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Gameros
Motion carried: 6-0-1
ACTION:
City Council introduced and adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2021-06 to take
effect immediately, to repeal the temporary moratorium on the eviction of
commercial tenants who are unable to pay rent due to the impacts of the novel
coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
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2. PROPOSED PLAN FOR USE OF FEDERAL AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN
FUNDS DUE TO THE CITY IN FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 AND RELATED
BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS - Finance Department
Staff presentation by Ms. Molina, Finance Director.
Public Comments: None.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Mayor Pro Tern Marr
MOTION: Approve recommended actions.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Harlan, Council Member Harper,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Gameros
Motion carried: 6-0-1
ACTION:
1. City Council approved the use of the City's first 50 percent allocation of $14.2
million of the $28.3 million American Rescue Plan multi -year allocation to Costa
Mesa and authorized the budget appropriations accordingly.
2. Authorized the City Manager, or her designee, to negotiate the elimination of the
five percent (5%) pay furloughs prospectively with all employee associations and
unrepresented groups, reimburse employees for the 5% paycuts incurred since
July 1, 2020, and reinstate the personnel adopted budget accordingly. Revised
Side Letters will be submitted to the City Council in a subsequent meeting for final
approval upon final negotiation and ratification by the associations.
3. REQUEST COUNCIL DIRECTION FOR A MINI -PITCH SOCCER FACILITY
Parks and Community Services Department
Council Member Reynolds recused herself on this item as she sits on the board of
one of the organizations on the application and left the meeting at 10:48 p.m.
Staff presentation by Mr. Minter, Parks and Community Services Director.
Discussion ensued on expanding to look for fields as well.
Public Comments:
Jeff Gamer spoke in support of the item.
Discussion ensued on management of the facilities.
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MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Harper
MOTION: Approve staff recommendation and directed staff to move forward with
the understanding that they will come back with grant information.
Council Member Harper requested to add that a financial report be included.
Council Member Chavez agreed to the change.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Harper
MOTION: Approve staff recommendation and directed staff to move forward with
the understanding that they will come back with grant information and to include a
financial report.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Harlan, Council Member Harper,
Mayor Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Gameros
Abstain: Council Member Reynolds (recused herself on this item as she sits on the
board of one of the organizations on the application and left the meeting at 10:48
P.M.)
Motion carried: 5-0-1-1
ACTION:
City Council provided direction to pursue a proposal from the US Soccer Foundation
and the Orange County Soccer Club for the installation of a Mini -pitch facility and
authorized staff to research the feasibility of potential locations in the City to support
the facility and to include a financial report.
ADDITIONAL COUNCIUBOARD MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS,
AND SUGGESTIONS
Council Member Marr spoke on addressing the Westside Overlay and disseminating
legislative information.
Council Member Harlan inquired if amending the Westside Overlay would trigger Measure
Y.
Ms. Hall Barlow, City Attorney, clarified if the revision does not increase density or zoning,
it would not be subject to Measure Y.
ADJOURNMENT — Mayor Stephens adjourned the meeting at 11:10 p.m.
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Minutes adopted on this 4th day of May, 2021.
John Stephens, Mayor
ATTEST:
Brenda Green, City Clerk
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR
AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 2021
CLOSED SESSION
4:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER - The Closed Session meeting was called to order by Mayor Stephens
at 4:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present by Zoom: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor
Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Absent: None.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — NONE.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS:
1. THREAT TO SECURITY
Pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 54957, California Government Code
Consultation with: Costa Mesa Director of Emergency Services, and City Manager,
Lori Ann Farrell Harrison; Bryan Glass, Police Chief; Dan Stefano, Fire Chief; and
Jason Dempsey, Emergency Services Administrator.
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Section 54956.8, California Government Code
APN:139-031-62,139-651-14; Property:1683 Sunflower Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA
92626 Agency Negotiator: Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Brent Stoll, Rose Equities
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Subdivision (d)(2) of Section 54956.9, California Government Code
Bernede v. Costa Mesa (Schaefer), OCSC Case No. 30-2019-01041552-CU-PO-
CJC
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The following Closed Session item was added to the agenda with the following vote:
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Stephens/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: To add CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED
LITIGATION — ONE CASE - Pursuant to Subdivision (d)(2) of Section 54956.9,
California Government Code, Potential Litigation.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Harlan,
Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tem Marr, and Mayor
Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 7-0
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION — ONE
CASE - Pursuant to Subdivision (d)(2) of Section 54956.9, California Government
Code, Potential Litigation.
City Council recessed at 4:05 p.m. for Closed Session.
Closed Session adjourned at 5:45 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER - The Regular City Council and Successor Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency meeting was called to order by Mayor Stephens at 6:01 p.m.
via Zoom webinar.
NATIONAL ANTHEM AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Council Member Harlan
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION
Reverend Dr. Okusi, St. John's Episcopal Church, Costa Mesa
ROLL CALL
Present by Zoom: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council
Member Harlan, Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds,
Mayor Pro Tem Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Absent: None.
CITY ATTORNEY CLOSED SESSION REPORT — Ms. Hall Barlow clarified the closed
session item added to the agenda was pursuant to Subdivision (d)(2) of Section 54956.9,
California Government Code, Potential Litigation, and there is no reportable action for
Closed Session.
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PRESENTATIONS:
1. Mayor Stephens presented a Proclamation for National Volunteer Week.
2. Mayor Stephens presented a Proclamation for Public Safety Telecom municators
Week.
3. Mayor Stephens presented a Proclamation for Earth Day & Arbor Day.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
David Martinez, Costa Mesa, spoke on bicycle licenses in Costa Mesa.
Hengameh Abraham, Costa Mesa, spoke on the denial of the Triangle Square signage by
the Planning Commission.
Ben Chapman, Costa Mesa, requested an update on when council meetings will be held in
the Council Chambers again and on removing the mask mandate.
Wendy Leece, Costa Mesa, spoke on the effectiveness of the Network for Homeless
Solutions, requested an update on opening council chambers, and spoke on removing the
$100 fine for not wearing a mask.
Joanna VanHouten, spoke on keeping the mask mandate until the pandemic is over.
Speaker, spoke on problems regarding Smart n Final and noise complaints regarding Strut
Bar.
Speaker, inquired if Mayor Stephens would recuse himself on the Public Hearing regarding
the Cannabis Ordinances since he previously voted on the item while on the Planning
Commission.
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS
Council Member Gameros spoke on volunteering at the Costa Mesa bridge shelter for
working on art murals, bringing back youth sports and practicing safe social distancing
and wearing masks.
Council Member Harlan thanked Reverend Okusi for praying for humility, integrity, and
justice.
Council Member Harper spoke in support of removing the $100 mask fine and spoke in
support of bringing back youth sports.
Council Member Reynolds spoke on the Costa Mesa Step Up walking challenge, thanked
community members who walked with Jimmy Vivar for the blind children's learning center,
spoke on bicycle licensing and improving the process, spoke on speeding and having the
legislative committee research AB43 regarding traffic safety and setting speed limits.
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Council Member Chavez spoke on two pop up vaccine pods in District 4 and thanked staff
for their work and spoke on a new COVID-19 funeral assistance program.
Mayor Pro Tern Marr spoke on the budget and priorities, volunteering at the Orange
County Fairgrounds with the Power of One Foundation for food distribution, and spoke
on the ease of getting vaccinated at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Mayor Stephens spoke on the pop up vaccination sites and thanked Council Member
Chavez for organizing the events, spoke on attending "Crazy Taco Night" on April 24tn
and "Love Costa Mesa Day" on May 15th, and spoke on hate crimes and that April is "Let's
be Kind Month".
REPORT — CITY MANAGER — Ms. Farrell Harrison provided an update on
homelessness, vaccinations, and stated that the mask mandate will continue as long as
the state mandate is in place, spoke on a Joint Study Session with City Council and
Planning Commission on April 27th on the Housing Element, praised dispatchers, and
spoke on opening the Council Chambers.
REPORT — CITY ATTORNEY — Ms. Hall Barlow spoke on the mask mandate.
CONSENT CALENDAR: (Items 1-12)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Gameros
MOTION: Approve recommended actions for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 12
except for 6, 7, 11, and 12.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member Harlan,
Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor
Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 7-0
1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: APPROVE THE READING BY TITLE ONLY OF ALL
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ACTION:
City Council and Agency Board approved the reading by title only and waived full
reading of Ordinances and Resolutions.
2. WARRANT RESOLUTION NO. 2658 — Finance Department
ACTION:
City Council approved Warrant Resolution No. 2658 of the City Council of the City
of Costa Mesa, California, allowing certain claims and demands, including Payroll
Register Nos. 21-06 "A" for $414.47 and 21-07 for $2,576,728.24; and City
operating expenses for $2,505,005.70.
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3. CONFIRMATION OF MAYORAL APPOINTMENT TO AD HOC COMMITTEES
City Manager's Office/City Clerk's Division
ACTION:
City Council confirmed the Mayoral position to the following Ad Hoc Committees:
Cannabis Ad Hoc Committee; City Manager Ad Hoc Committee; Fairview
Developmental Center Ad Hoc Committee.
4. MONTHLY UPDATE OF STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS AND SIX MONTH
OBJECTIVES - City Manager's Office
ACTION:
City Council approved the April update to the work plan for the 2021 Strategic Plan's
six-month objectives.
5. VEHICLE RENTAL FROM ENTERPRISE RENT -A -CAR HOLDINGS THROUGH
COOPERATIVE PRICING AGREEMENT — Police Department
ACTION:
1. City Council authorized the use of State of California's Department of General
Services Master Service Agreement No. 5-20-99-24 with EAN Services, LLC
(Enterprise Rent-A-Car) for vehicle rentals in an annual amount of $85,000, for
an initial term ending February 29, 2024, with the option to extend the agreement
for two one (1) year periods at the discretion of the State.
2. Authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the agreement and future
authorized amendments to the agreement.
8. FINAL MAP FOR TRACT NO. 18127 LOCATED AT 631 VICTORIA STREET,
COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA - Public Services Department/Engineering Division
ACTION:
City Council approved final map for Tract No. 18127 and authorized signing of the
map by the City Clerk and the City Engineer.
9. FORD MOTOR COMPANY MAINTENANCE CONTRACT FOR CITY FLEET
Public Services Department/Maintenance Services Division
ACTION:
1. City Council approved the Change Order to Purchase Order No. 13627 to the
Ford Motor Company in the amount of $20,000 to service the City's vehicle fleet
for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2020-21.
2. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute the Change Order.
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10. MOBILE GENERATOR SYSTEM FOR THE PERMANENT BRIDGE SHELTER
Public Services Department/Maintenance Services Division
ACTION:
1. City Council authorized the use of Sourcewell's (formerly National Joint Powers
Alliance) National Cooperative Agreement No. 041719-CEC with Clark
Equipment Company dba Doosan Portable Power for the purchase of a new
Doosan G570WCU-T4F heavy-duty diesel mobile generator system, and related
equipment for the Costa Mesa Permanent Bridge Shelter.
2. Authorized the purchase of the new Doosan G570WCU-T4F heavy-duty diesel
mobile generator system, and related equipment for $200,262.60 from Volvo
Construction Equipment an authorized dealer through Sourcewell's National
Cooperative Agreement No. 041719-CEC with Clark Equipment Company dba
Doosan Portable Power.
3. Authorized a ten (10) percent contingency, for a total not -to -exceed amount of
$220,288.86 as needed for unforeseen costs.
ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
6. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE FOR AN
EXTENSION TO AND AMENDMENT OF THE SAKIOKA FARMS
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT DA-99-02 (DA-20-03), SAKIOKA LOT 2,14850
SUNFLOWER AVENUE - Development Services Department/Planning Division
Public Comments:
Elizabeth Hansburg, from People for Housing Orange County, representing Costa
Mesa Affordable Housing Alliance, spoke on limiting the extension to 2 years
instead of 10 years.
Christine Nolf, representing Costa Mesa Affordable Housing Alliance, spoke on
limiting the extension to 2 years instead of 10 years.
Michael Esfahani, representing Costa Mesa Affordable Housing Alliance, spoke
on limiting the extension to 2 years instead of 10 years.
Speaker, representing Costa Mesa Affordable Housing Alliance, spoke on limiting
the extension to 2 years instead of 10 years.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Stephens/Council Member Harper
MOTION: Approve recommended actions.
Mayor Stephens and Council Member Harper spoke in support of the motion.
Mayor Pro Tern Marr spoke in support of the motion and on affordable housing.
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Council Member Reynolds spoke in support of the motion and opportunities for the
Development Agreement.
Council Member Harlan spoke in support of the motion, the importance of
partnerships, and affordable housing.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Stephens/Council Member Harper
MOTION: Approve recommended actions.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr,
and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 7-0
ACTION:
City Council gave second reading to and adopted Ordinance No. 2021-07 to
approve the time extension and amendment to Development Agreement 99-02
(Development Agreement 20-03).
7. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE NEWPORT
BOULEVARD REHABILITATION PROJECT FROM BRISTOL STREET TO
19TH STREET - Public Services Department/Engineering Division
Discussion ensued on the budget and the Active Transportation Plan.
Public Comments:
David Martinez, Costa Mesa, encouraged City Council to read a letter received
from Russell Toler, spoke on rehabilitation project opportunities for active
transportation, and requested more information on projects be provided to the
Bikeway and Walkability Committee.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Harlan/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve recommended actions.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr,
and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 7-0
ACTION:
1. City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) to KOA
Corporation for the design of the Newport Boulevard Rehabilitation Project in the
amount of $432,797 and authorized the City Manager and the City Clerk to
execute the agreement and future amendments to the agreement.
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2. Approved a ten percent (10%) contingency for unforeseen services in the amount
of $43,280.
11. LOCAL ROAD SAFETY PLAN PROJECT
Public Services Department/Transportation Services Division
Public Comments:
Cynthia McDonald, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the item and on strategies for
safety.
David Martinez, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the item.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Reynolds
MOTION: Approve recommended actions.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr,
and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent:
Motion carried: 7-0
ACTION:
1. City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) to Kimley-Horn
and Associates, Inc. for professional engineering services for the development of
a Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP) in the amount of $94,328.18, in substantially
the form as attached and in such final form as approved by the City Attorney, and
authorized the City Manager and the City Clerk to execute the agreement and
future amendments to the agreement;
2. Accepted and appropriated an additional grant funding received from Caltrans in
the amount of $15,000.
12. ANNUAL ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
Public Services Department
Staff presentation by Ms. Afeworki, Energy and Sustainability Services Manager.
Discussion ensued on tracking the cost savings, mobility, reducing vehicle trips,
and environmental justice.
Public Comments: None.
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MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Gameros/Mayor Pro Tern Marr
MOTION: Received and filed the Annual Energy and Sustainability Report.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr,
and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 7-0
ACTION:
City Council received and filed the Annual Energy and Sustainability Report.
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City Council recessed into a break at 7:55 p.m.
City Council reconvened at 8:05 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. GIVE FIRST READING TO AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT CODE AMENDMENT
CO-2021-01 TO AMEND TITLE 13 (PLANNING, ZONING, AND
DEVELOPMENT) AND AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND TITLE 9 (LICENSES AND
BUSINESS REGULATIONS) OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING THE TAXATION, REGULATION, OPERATING REQUIREMENTS
AND STANDARDS FOR CANNABIS USES INCLUDING RETAIL CANNABIS
STOREFRONT AND NON -STOREFRONT USES TO IMPLEMENT THE CITY OF
COSTA MESA RETAIL CANNABIS TAX AND REGULATION MEASURE
(MEASURE Q) - Development Services Department/Planning Division
Ex-parte communications: Council Members Chavez, Gameros, Harper, and
Reynolds and Mayor Stephens met with members of the industry, Mayor Pro Tern
Marr spoke with members of the Shrine group — Robert Taft and Michael Mousali,
Council Member Harlan had email correspondence with members of the industry.
Staff presentation by Ms. Huynh, Associate Planner.
Ms. Hall Barlow, City Attorney, clarified that participation in more than one level for
certain public hearing items is typically related to individualized land use and permit
processes. Since this item is a legislative matter, Mayor Stephens is permitted to
participate.
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Discussion ensued on the 500' distance between each store, overconcentration,
impenetrable barriers, the 1000' requirement, informing voters on the social equity
issue, and the tax to certain funds, limiting the number of sites, limiting the number
of ownership groups, setting a soft cap, distances from schools, number of
applications expected, eligible sites, delivery zones, impacts to neighborhoods,
clarification of Minor Conditional Use Permits and Conditional Use Permits,
maximum number of licenses in an area, diversity of businesses, commercial
zones, illegal dispensaries and unregulated operators, the demand for cannabis,
tax revenue, enforcement, and safety of the products.
Public Comments:
Keith Maximillion, spoke on narrowing the state definition of youth centers, the
existing illegal shops should have more than a 180-day probation, Costa Mesa
residents should be given priority regarding the 500' business to business
distance.
Randy Longwith, spoke on the state definition of youth centers, public vs. private
playgrounds and to not exclude private playgrounds, and protecting children.
Speaker, spoke on the lack of outreach to Costa Mesa residents as only reached
out to the industry, spoke in opposition to the 180-day probation period as too
short, and spoke on receiving the Ad Hoc Committees recommendations late.
Speaker, expressed concern on the Ad Hoc Committees recommendations, spoke
on Measure Q and raising revenues, in support of a 1000' buffer for parks and
playgrounds, having strict regulations, and doing more to shut down illegal stores.
Jakki Hernandez, spoke in support of lower taxes for medical patients.
Greg Gamet, spoke on eliminating the 500' rule and on commercial zones.
Speaker, spoke on the City of Eureka allowing in commercial zones with no caps
and having the lowest taxes.
Alexandria Cannarella, clarified that a school or youth center would not include a
music studio as they include both youth and adults and is not an accredited school.
Kandice Hawes, Orange County Norml, expressed concern that the 7% tax is too
high.
Rob Taft, spoke on impenetrable barriers, using the state definition of youth
centers, and protecting both private and public playgrounds.
Jason Piazza, spoke on the Ad Hoc Committees recommendation, and supports
the 1-405 as an impenetrable barrier, and spoke on consistency.
Speaker, spoke on treating cannabis like any other industry, opportunity zones,
social equity, and mixed use overlays.
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Michael Moussali, spoke on a 1000' barrier to youth centers, expressed concern
on the definition of youth centers, supports the Ad Hoc Committees
recommendations, and spoke on the 500' barrier between store fronts.
Rachel Xin, spoke on the difficulties of finding Measure Q compliant properties.
Amy Gammon, spoke on the definition of child day care facilities and the 1-405
impenetrable barrier.
Mary Pham, expressed concerns for locations close to businesses that cater to
children, supports the 600' barrier, keep the state definitions and laws, and to keep
buffers between businesses.
Jim Fitzpatrick, spoke in support of the Ad Hoc Committees recommendations.
Stephanie Uy, spoke in support of the item and of a 4% tax rate.
Mike Murchison, spoke in support of the item, on starting with a lower tax rate and
raising the rate later if needed, corridors, and to revisit the 500' barriers.
Matthew Nathaniel, representing the Shrine Group, spoke on youth centers,
excluding martial arts, music and yoga studios, dentist offices, private gyms, and
pizza parlors, and to keep the 1-405 as an impenetrable barrier.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Stephens/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve the Ad Hoc recommendations from the supplemental memo
provided prior to the meeting with the following changes:
Under recommendation #2: That it does not include dance, tutor, martial arts, or
similar studios.
Under recommendation #4: add the wording "or any other impenetrable barriers"
Mayor Stephens and Council Member Chavez spoke to the motion.
Mayor Pro Tern Marr requested a change in recommendation #10, to 365 days
instead of 180 days.
Mayor Stephens (1st) and Council Member Chavez (2"d) agreed to the change.
Mayor Pro Tern Marr requested a change to the definition of playground to
include public and private.
Council Member Harlan spoke on the CUP process and keeping the established
buffers.
Council Member Harper spoke on not supporting the motion because of the 500'
barrier between businesses, spoke against the 30' radius as measured from the
playground equipment, that in the adopted Measure Q language it was 1000' and
social equity was not included, and suggested not dedicating the tax funds at this
time.
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Council Member Reynolds expressed concern that removing the 500' buffer would
allow for overconcentration in certain areas and that the buffers could be park
space, spoke on inequity in certain neighborhoods, spoke on delivery stores on
pedestrian corridors, narrowing the definition between a park and park equipment,
the lack of outreach to the residential community, and on potential impacts to other
businesses.
Mr. Preziosi, Assistant City Attorney clarified in the ordinance regarding Title 9, 9-
485: definitions, paragraph 1, emergency shelter shall have the same meaning as
homeless shelter.
Mayor Stephens (1st) and Council Member Chavez (2"d) agreed to the change.
Discussion ensued to include wording to grant council authority to change the
soft cap.
Mr. Preziosi, Assistant City Attorney explained that it is already built in to the
Ordinance and that Council can make changes with a resolution.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Stephens/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve the Ad Hoc recommendations from the supplemental memo
provided prior to the meeting with the following changes:
Under recommendation #2: That it does not include dance, tutor, martial arts, or
similar studios.
Under recommendation #4: add the wording "or any other impenetrable barriers".
Under recommendation #10: change 180-days to 365-days.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Mayor Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: Council Member Harper and Council Member Reynolds.
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-2
ACTION:
1. City Council found that the adoption of Ordinance Nos. 2021-08 and 2021-09 are
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA
Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), General Rule, Section 15301 (Class 1), Existing
Facilities, Section 15303 (Class 3), New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures, Section 15308 (Class 8), Actions by Regulatory Agencies, and
Section 15332 (Class 32), In -fill Development Projects.
2. Introduced for first reading, by title only:
• Ordinance No. 2021-08 to adopt Zoning Code Amendment CO-2021-01 to
amend Title 13, Chapter IX, Article 21 and Chapter IV, Table 13-30; and
• Ordinance No. 2021-09 to amend Title 9, Chapter I, Article 5, Chapter 11,
Article 1, and Chapter VI of the Municipal Code regarding the taxation and
regulation for retail cannabis uses including storefronts and non -storefronts.
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3. Approved the Ad Hoc recommendations from the supplemental memo provided
prior to the meeting with the following changes:
Under recommendation #2: That it does not include dance, tutor, martial arts,
or similar studios.
Under recommendation #4: add the wording `or any other impenetrable
barriers".
Under recommendation #10: change 180-days to 365-days.
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
NEW BUSINESS:
1. APPOINTMENTS TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION, PARKS, ARTS AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION, AND VARIOUS CITY COMMITTEES
City Manager's Office/City Clerk's Division
Staff presentation by Ms. Green, City Clerk.
Public Comments: None.
ACTION:
City Council made appointments as follows:
1. Parks, Arts, and Community Services Commission - Make one (1) appointment
to fill the vacancy in District 3 with a term expiration of January 2023.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Marr/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Appoint Danielle Mills to the District 3 position on the Parks, Arts, and
Community Services Commission with a term expiration of January 2023.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr,
and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 7-0
2. Planning Commission — Make one (1) appointment to fill the Mayor's At -Large
Vacancy with a term expiration of January 2023.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Stephens/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Appoint Adam Ereth to the Mayor's At -Large position on the Planning
Commission with a term expiration of January 2023.
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr,
and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 7-0
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3. Finance and Pension Advisory Committee (FiPAC) - Make one (1) appointment
to fill the vacancy with a term expiration of April 2023.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Stephens/Council Member Harlan
MOTION: Appoint Lisa Buchanan to the Finance and Pension Advisory Committee
(FiPAC) with a term expiration of April 2023.
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: Council Member Harper
Absent: None
Motion carried: 6-1
4. Historical Preservation Committee - Make one (1) appointment to fill an
alternate vacancy with a term expiration of April 2022.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Mayor Stephens
MOTION: Appoint Gary Parkin to the Alternate position on the Historical
Preservation Committee with a term expiration of April 2022.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Harlan, Council Member Harper,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Marr, and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: Council Member Gameros
Absent: None
Motion carried: 6-1
5. Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee - Make one (1) appointment to fill the
Small Developers' Representative vacancy with a term expiration of April 2025.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Harper/Council Member Reynolds
MOTION: Appoint Steve Brahs to the Traffic Impact Fee Ad Hoc Committee as the
Small Developers Representative with a term expiration of April 2025.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Gameros, Council Member
Harlan, Council Member Harper, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tem Marr,
and Mayor Stephens.
Nays: None
Absent:
Motion carried: 7-0
ADDITIONAL COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS,
AND SUGGESTIONS
Council Member Reynolds requested that staff push out information regarding the
cannabis ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tern Marr spoke on taking an oath as an Association of California Cities —
Orange County (ACC-OC) Board Member.
ADJOURNMENT — Mayor Stephens adjourned the meeting at 10:45 p.m.
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Minutes adopted on this 4th day of May, 2021.
John Stephens, Mayor
ATTEST:
Brenda Green, City Clerk
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