HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-21-2020 Signed MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE JOINT CITY COUNCIL
AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
AND HOUSING AUTHORITY
JULY 219 2020
CALL TO ORDER - The Closed Session was called to order by Mayor Foley at 4:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present by Zoom: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis (arrived 4:06 p.m.),
Council Member Mansoor, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor
Pro Tern Stephens, and Mayor Foley.
Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS — NONE
The City Council recessed at 4:04 p.m. for Closed Session to consider the following items:
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)
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
APN: 427-091-12; Property: 3175 Airway Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Pursuant to Section 54956.8, California Government Code
Agency Negotiator: Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Cities in the Central Orange County Service Planning Area
(SPA)
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
APN: 424-211-01; Property: 695 West 19th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Pursuant to Section 54956.8, California Government Code
Agency Negotiator: Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, City Manager and Barry Curtis,
Economic and Development Services Director
Negotiating Parties: Laura Archuletta, CEO, Jamboree Housing Corporation
4. 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.
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Closed Session adjourned at 5:39 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER (00:00:11) - The regular meeting and joint Housing Authority
meeting were called to order by Mayor Foley at 6:02 p.m. via zoom webinar.
NATIONAL ANTHEM AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (00:00:26)
Led by Council Member Chavez
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION (00:02:30)
Pastor Jordan Hansen, Newport Mesa Church
ROLL CALL (00:03:44)
Present by Zoom: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis, Council Member
Mansoor, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Stephens,
and Mayor Foley.
Absent: None
CITY ATTORNEY CLOSED SESSION REPORT (00:04:26) - No reportable action.
PRESENTATIONS: (00:04:40)
Mayor Foley thanked all donors and presented certificates to those who donated food to
city staff during the City Hall closure. (00:04:45)
City Manager Ms. Farrell Harrison congratulated Mr. Curtis on his retirement.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — MATTER NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA: (00:29:37)
Speaker, congratulated Mr. Curtis on his retirement. (00:30:04)
Tyler Miller, representing G&W Towing requested clarification on their contract.
(00:31:38)
Speaker, spoke on having a Proclamation for Sobriety Day in honor of Faith Strong.
(00:32:27)
Jeff Harlan, Costa Mesa, congratulated and thanked Mr. Curtis for his work at the city and
thanked council for their work during COVID-19. (00:34:44)
Rob Dickson, Costa Mesa, spoke on fines for not wearing masks and requested more
information on social media for updates. (00:36:20)
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS
(00:38:09)
Council Member Chavez spoke on food pantries, rent increases, and safety during the
pandemic. (00:38:18)
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Council Member Marr spoke on all the work being done by the Public Services
Department and requested to adjourn the meeting in honor of Congressman John
Lewis. (00:40:49)
Council Member Mansoor requested the City Attorney follow up on the G&W Towing
contract clarification. (00:42:36)
Council Member Genis requested the fireworks after action report and spoke on
problems associated with mosquitos. (00:43:00)
Council Member Reynolds spoke on cars and safety, community efforts for outreach
and education, community engagement, and the public call in process when meetings
are back in Council Chambers. (00:47:16)
Mayor Pro Tern Stephens spoke on the Consent Calendar items and all of staff's efforts,
wearing masks and other safety measures, and moved New Business Items 6 and 7 be
switched in the order that they are heard at the meeting. (00:50:52)
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Stephens/Council Member Marr
MOTION: Switch the order that New Business Items 6 and 7 are heard at the meeting.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor
Pro Tern Stephens, and Mayor Foley.
Nays: Council Member Genis and Council Member Mansoor
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-2
Mayor Foley thanked staff for their hard work, spoke on the importance of wearing face
masks, and Costa Mesa being named Tree City USA. (00:58:07)
REPORT — CITY MANAGER (00:07:45) — Ms. Farrell Harrison introduced Mr. Minter,
the new Parks and Community Services Director.
Police Chief Glass and Fire Chief Stefano provided an after action report on fireworks
and the 4th of July. (01:10:13)
REPORT — CITY ATTORNEY (01:00:22) — Ms. Hall Barlow provided an update on the
group home court cases and clarified the mask orders and laws regarding COVID-19.
CONSENT CALENDAR: (Items 1-13) (01:22:24)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Mayor Pro Tern Stephens
MOTION: Approve recommended actions for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 13.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis, Council Member Mansoor,
Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Stephens, and Mayor
Foley.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 7-0
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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: Marisa Boring, Christine Destefano, Jaime
Estrada, Geico, Julio Hernandez, Jeff Magy
ACTION:
City Council received and filed.
3. WARRANT RESOLUTION NO.2644
ACTION:
City Council approved Warrant Resolution No. 2644 of the City Council of the City
of Costa Mesa, California, allowing certain claims and demands, including Payroll
Register Nos. 20-12 for $2,623,020.41, 20-13 for $ 2,576,021.73, 20-13 "A" for -
$507.07, and 20-14 for $2,541,010.78; and City operating expenses for
$7,202,589.39.
4. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO
THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETINGS OF OCTOBER 1, 2019,
OCTOBER 15, 2019, NOVEMBER 5, 2019, AND NOVEMBER 19, 2019.
ACTION:
City Council approved the minutes of October 1, 2019, October 15, 2019, November
5, 2019, and November 19, 2019.
5. APPROVAL OF RETAINER AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES WITH
HAYNES AND BOONE, LLC
ACTION:
1. City Council approved the proposed Retainer Agreement with Haynes and
Boone, LLP for legal services in connection with the case Summit Coastal Living,
Inc. v. City of Costa Mesa, United States District Court Case No. 8:18-cv-01369-
JVS-PJW (Court of Appeal Case No. 20-55628).
2. Authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the Retainer Agreement
and future authorized amendments to the Agreement and the City Attorney to
take necessary steps to associate Haynes and Boone as co -counsel in the legal
matters.
3. Authorized the City Manager to appropriate additional funding amounts, as
necessary, to pay legal costs above the amount budgeted for litigation costs in
Non -Departmental in the Adopted FY 2020-21 Budget from unassigned fund
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balance in the General Fund for attorneys' services, if needed, to represent the
City in the case through completion.
6. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR SOLID WASTE COLLECTION
SERVICES AT CITY FACILITIES
ACTION:
1. City Council approved the Professional Services Agreement with Ware Disposal
Inc., 1035 E. 4th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701, for a two (2) year agreement for
Solid Waste Collection Services at City facilities for a not -to -exceed annual cost
of $133,388.40. The agreement also provides for up to three (3) additional one-
year term periods with an increase that is equal to or less than the Consumer
Price Index (CPI) if the parties subsequently agree in writing.
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Professional Services Agreement
and to extend the Professional Services Agreement each year, for up to a
maximum of three (3) additional one-year terms, as applicable, only if the rate
increase is equal to or less than the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
7. MODERNIZATION OF THE CITY HALL ELEVATORS (77 FAIR DRIVE, COSTA
MESA), CITY PROJECT NO.20-03
ACTION:
1. City Council adopted plans, specifications, and working details for the
Modernization of the City Hall Elevators, City Project No. 20-03.
2. Awarded a construction contract to GMS Elevator Services, Inc. in the amount of
$662,000.00.
3. Authorized $18,287.70 from approved allocations for the project as needed for
unforeseen costs.
4. Authorized the City Manager and the City Clerk to execute the Public Works
Agreement with GMS Elevator Services, Inc. and future contract amendments
within Council -authorized limits.
8. CITYWIDE PARKWAY MAINTENANCE PROJECT (ZONES 2 AND 5) —
CITY PROJECT NO. 18-12
ACTION:
1. City Council accepted the work performed by S&H Civilworks and authorized the
City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion.
2. Approved releasing the Labor and Material Bond seven (7) months after the filing
date; releasing the Faithful Performance Bond one (1) year after the filing date;
and releasing the retention monies 35 days after the Notice of Completion filing
date.
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9. STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT (ZONES 2 AND 5)
CITY PROJECT NO. 18-16
ACTION:
1. City Council accepted the work performed by R.J. Noble Company, and
authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion.
2. Approved releasing the Labor and Material Bond seven (7) months after the filing
date; releasing the Faithful Performance Bond one (1) year after the filing date;
and releasing the retention monies 35 days after the Notice of Completion filing
date.
10. VW MITIGATION TRUST FUND ZERO -EMISSION BUS REPLACEMENT
GRANT APPLICATION AUTHORIZATION
ACTION:
City Council adopted Resolution No. 2020-43, authorizing the Public Services
Director to submit an application and the City Manager or designee to execute
necessary agreements for Volkswagen (VW) Mitigation Trust Fund Zero -Emission
Transit, School and Shuttle Bus Projects, including the Bus Replacement Program,
for which the City is eligible.
11. MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR HVAC MECHANICAL SYSTEM
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE SERVICES
ACTION:
1. City Council awarded a Maintenance Services Agreement (MSA) to F. M.
Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc., for a term of two (2) years, for HVAC mechanical
system repairs and maintenance services for seventeen (17) City -owned
facilities, for an annual not -to -exceed cost of $54,223. The MSA also provides the
option to extend the term for up to three (3) additional one-year periods with an
increase that is equal to or less than the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the MSA and to extend the MSA for up
to three (3) additional one-year periods, only if the rate increase is equal to or less
than the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
12. MAINTENANCE SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SIEMENS INDUSTRY, INC.
FOR HVAC MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES
ACTION:
1. City Council awarded a Maintenance Services Agreement (MSA) to Siemens
Industry, Inc., for a term of two (2) years, August 1, 2020 — July 31, 2022, in the
amount of $90,648.00 for the first year and $83,419 for the second year, to
provide HVAC maintenance and repair services for City Hall and the Police
Department facility, based on pricing from Sourcewell Contracts #030817-SIE &
#031517-SIE.
2. Authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the agreement.
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13. AMENDMENTS TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR
TEMPORARY STAFF SUPPORT SERVICES IN THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT:
AMENDMENT NO. 4 WITH MV CHENG & ASSOCIATES, INC. AND
AMENDMENT NO. 3 WITH LANCE, SOLL & LUNGHARD LLP
ACTION:
1. City Council approved the following proposed amendments to the Professional
Services Agreements for temporary staff support services in the Finance
Department:
a. Amendment No. 4 to the Professional Services Agreement with MV Cheng &
Associates, Inc., to increase the maximum compensation by $150,000, for a
total not -to -exceed amount of $399,999.
b. Amendment No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement with Lance, Soil,
& Lunghard LLP to increase the maximum annual compensation by $75,000,
for a total annual not -to -exceed amount of $150,000.
2. Authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the proposed
amendments.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS: (01:24:05)
(Pursuant to Resolution No. 05-55, Public Hearings begin at 7:00 p.m.)
1. SB 2 PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM GRANT
APPLICATION AND RELATED FIVE-YEAR PLAN (01:24:10)
Staff presentation by Ms. Price, Assistant City Manager.
Discussion ensued on if the grant is a competitive grant and if it is included in the
budget.
Public Comments: None
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Reynolds/Council Member Marr
MOTION: Approve the recommended actions.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis, Council Member
Mansoor, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern
Stephens, and Mayor Foley
Nays: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion carried: 7-0
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ACTION:
1. City Council and the Housing Authority adopted Resolution No. 2020-46
approving both the five-year Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Plan
which is incorporated into the funding application; and approving the
submission of PLHA Grant funding application.
2. Authorized the City Manager and the Finance Director to execute the State's
standard agreement.
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
NEW BUSINESS: (01:32:42)
1. APPROVAL OF SIDE LETTER OF AGREEMENT REDUCING EMPLOYEE
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS FOR COSTA MESA FIREFIGHTERS
ASSOCIATION (01:33:12)
Staff presentation by Ms. Farrell Harrison, City Manager and Ms. Lee, Acting Human
Resources Manager.
Discussion ensued on 14-day cycle, overtime costs, and the "me too" clause.
Public Comments:
Rob Dickson, Costa Mesa, spoke on needing further analysis on long term impacts,
overtime, the "me 2" clause, and other incentives. (01:46:12)
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Stephens/Council Member Marr
MOTION: Approve the recommended actions.
Discussion ensued thanking Fire Fighters and staff for their efforts on negotiations,
overtime, budget, and transparency.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds,
Mayor Pro Tern Stephens, and Mayor Foley
Nays: Council Member Genis and Council Member Mansoor,
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion carried: 5-2
ACTION:
1. City Council approved and adopted the Side Letter of Agreement between the
City of Costa Mesa and the Costa Mesa Firefighters Association.
2. Approved a streamlined Transparency in Labor Negotiations Fiscal Impact
Analysis Report (City Council Policy #300-8).
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2. URGENCY ORDINANCE TO MODIFY THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SIDEWALK
AND PARKING LOT SALES TO ALLOW TEMPORARY OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
INCLUDING RETAIL SALES AND SERVICES (02:03:42)
Staff presentation by Ms. Bouwens-Killeen, Zoning Administrator.
Discussion ensued on procedures, opening parks for retail, and the possibility of
waiving fees.
Public Comments:
Josh Boyd, Costa Mesa business owner, expressed concern on timing and
requested speeding up the permit process to open outdoor gyms. (02:35:40)
Derek Graham, Costa Mesa business owner, expressed concern on timing and
requested speeding up the permit process to open outdoor gyms. (02:39:47)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Mansoor/Mayor Pro Tem Stephens
MOTION: Approve the recommended actions.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION/SECOND: Mayor Foley/Council Member Marr
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Adopt a hybrid of the sidewalk sales permit and the
Temporary Use Permit process.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis, Council Member
Mansoor, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern
Stephens, and Mayor Foley
Nays: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion carried: 7-0
ACTION:
City Council approved Urgency Ordinance No. 2020-16 to allow the Director of
Development Services to modify the requirements of sidewalk and parking lot sales
permits to facilitate the installation of temporary retail and service business activities
on sidewalks and in parking lots for a period of 180 days as a result of COVID-19
limitations.
City Council recessed into a break at 8:58 p.m.
City Council reconvened at 9:12 p.m.
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3. EXCESS LIABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE THROUGH PUBLIC RISK
INNOVATION, SOLUTIONS, AND MANAGEMENT (PRISM) JPA (02:55:47)
Staff presentation by Ms. Lee, Acting Human Resources Manager.
Public Comments: None
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Council Member Marr
MOTION: Approve the recommended actions.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis, Council Member
Mansoor, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tem
Stephens, and Mayor Foley
Nays: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion carried: 7-0
ACTION:
1. City Council adopted Resolution No. 2020-44 to join Public Risk Innovation,
Solutions, and Management JPA.
2. Authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the Joint Powers
Agreements.
3. Authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the Memorandum of
Understanding for the General Liability I Program and appropriate funds to cover
anticipated increases in premium costs.
4. ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF SENATE BILL 2 PLANNING GRANT
AND AWARD OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE
AND RELATED ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTS (03:01:14)
Staff presentation by Ms. Ashabi, Principal Planner.
Discussion ensued on tentative housing numbers, community engagement,
additional funding, possibility of workshops, equity component included, CEQA
compliance, and LEAP funds.
Public Comments:
Cynthia McDonald, Costa Mesa, expressed concern that citizen input will be
disregarded and supports the vision. (03:25:22)
Costa Mesa Opportunity Zone, requested that businesses be included in community
engagement. (03:27:23)
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MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Marr/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve the recommended actions and bring back an engagement plan
including equity across all districts, a visionary plan, and include opportunity zones.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis, Council Member
Mansoor, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern
Stephens, and Mayor Foley
Nays: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion carried: 7-0
ACTION:
1. City Council accepted a $310,000 Senate Bill (SB) 2 Planning Grant from
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for the
following purposes: 2021-2029 Housing Element Update, planning software
update; and zoning code amendment.
2. Approved a budget adjustment recognizing and appropriating $310,000 in grant
revenue.
3. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) to Kimley-Horn and
Associates, Inc. (Kimley-Horn) in the amount of $154,920 with a term of two years
with three optional one year extensions for the preparation of the 2021-2029
Housing Element Update.
4. Authorized the City Manager and City Clerk to sign and execute the agreement.
5. Authorized the City Manager to execute future amendments to the agreement,
including a potential increase in compensation as long as the amendment is
funded by grant funds, thereby not affecting the City's General Fund.
5. PROPOSED SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT AT THE SENIOR CENTER
695 WEST 19TH STREET (03:40:53)
Staff presentation by Mr. Curtis, Economic and Development Services Director.
Discussion ensued on EIR, traffic impact assessments, increasing units, and needing
the legal opinion on AB 1486.
Public Comments:
Costa Mesa Opportunity Zone, spoke on opportunity zone funds and what they can
be used for. (04:04:45)
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MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Chavez/Mayor Foley
MOTION: Approve the recommended actions.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis, Council Member
Mansoor, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern
Stephens, and Mayor Foley
Nays: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion carried: 7-0
ACTION:
City Council approved the proposed Exclusive Negotiating Agreement (ENA) with
Jamboree Housing Corporation.
City Council recessed into a break at 10:37 p.m.
City Council reconvened at 10:45 p.m.
7. CONSIDERATION OF A CITY BALLOT MEASURE TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY
COUNCIL TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MEASURE X TO ALLOW
RETAIL CANNABIS USES IN CERTAIN AREAS OF THE CITY SUBJECT TO
SPECIFIED LIMITATIONS AND IMPOSING A FOUR PERCENT TO SEVEN
PERCENT GROSS RECEIPTS TAX THEREON (04:19:27)
Staff presentation by Mr. Curtis, Economic and Development Services Director.
Public Comments:
Kandice Hawes, spoke in support of the measure. (04:48:59)
Courtney Cross, spoke on support of the measure. (04:49:32)
Luis Aleman, spoke in support of the measure. (04:52:41)
Speaker, spoke on dispensaries driving more police calls, and spoke against the
measure. (04:54:23)
Costa Mesa Opportunity Zone, spoke about the medical side of the industry.
(04:56:54)
Speaker, spoke in support of the measure and on community education. (04:59:50)
Lindsey Dunann, spoke in support of the measure. (05:03:34)
Speaker, spoke in support of the measure. (05:05:13)
AJ Rea, spoke in support of the measure. (05:07:38)
Speaker, spoke in support of the measure. (05:11:08)
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Marcus Vik, spoke in support of the measure. (05:13:28)
Jakki Hernandez, spoke in support of the measure. (05:15:17)
Eric Christen, spoke on union protections. (05:18:45)
Rob Taft, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the measure. (05:19:40)
Michael Moussalli, spoke in support of the measure. (05:21:43)
Matt Walters, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the measure. (05:24:58)
Acacia Smith, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the measure. (05:26:23)
Ishga Hillman, Long Beach, spoke in support of the measure. (05:29:52)
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Stephens/ Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Extend the meeting past midnight.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds,
Mayor Pro Tern Stephens, and Mayor Foley
Nays: Council Member Genis and Council Member Mansoor
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion carried: 5-2
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Stephens/ Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Approve the recommended actions.
Mayor Pro Tern Stephens and Council Member Chavez spoke on supporting the
measure.
Discussion ensued on researching illegal dispensaries in operation, labor
requirements, safety concerns, distance requirements, and state law.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis, Council Member Marr,
Council Member Reynolds, Mayor Pro Tern Stephens, and Mayor Foley
Nays: Council Member Mansoor
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion carried: 6-1
ACTION:
City Council approved placing a ballot measure on the November 3, 2020 General
Election allowing for cannabis retail storefront (dispensaries) and retail non -storefront
(delivery) uses in specified areas of the City and subject to limitations:
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1. Approved the proposed ordinance entitled, `The City of Costa Mesa Retail
Cannabis Tax and Regulation Measure" relating to cannabis retail storefront and
non -storefront uses within certain areas of the City.
2. Approved placing the proposed ordinance on the November 3, 2020 ballot by
adoption of the following resolutions:
a. Adopted Resolution 2020-40: Ordering the submission to the qualified
electors of the City of a certain Measure relating to retail cannabis tax and
uses at the General Election to be held on Tuesday November 3, 2020, as
called by Resolution No. 2020-25; and
b. Adopted Resolution 2020-41: Requesting the Orange County Board of
Supervisors to Consolidate a General Municipal election to be held on
November 3, 2020, for the purpose of submitting to the voters of the City of
Costa Mesa a question relating to the adoption of a proposed ordinance
entitled, "The City of Costa Mesa Retail Cannabis Tax and Regulation
Measure"; and
c. Adopted Resolution 2020-42: Authorizing written arguments for or against the
proposed ordinance `The City of Costa Mesa Retail Cannabis Tax and
Regulation Measure", setting priorities for filing written arguments,
determining the authors of the written arguments, and directing the City
Attorney to prepare an impartial analysis; and
d. Adopted Resolution 2020-45: Providing for the filing of rebuttal arguments for
City Measures submitted at Municipal Elections.
6. COMMUNITY WORKFORCE AGREEMENT (05:55:42)
Staff presentation by Mr. Sethuraman, Public Services Director.
Mayor Foley recused herself and left the meeting due to contributions made to her
Senate campaign.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Mansoor/Council Member Genis
MOTION: Continue the item to the next meeting.
The motion failed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Mansoor, and Council Member
Reynolds.
Nays: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Marr, and Mayor Pro Tern
Stephens
Absent: None
Abstain: Mayor Foley
Motion failed: 3-3-0-1
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Discussion ensued on goals and local hires, the cities of Long Beach and Santa
Ana, master labor agreements, the agreement administrator, local hires meaning
by county or city, paying dues, prevailing wages, medical and pension plans,
compliance code, negotiators, time worked on the agenda report, Ex-Parte
communications, and shifts and lunch hours.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Stephens/Council Member Chavez
MOTION: Continue the item to the next meeting.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Chavez, Council Member Genis, Council Member
Mansoor, Council Member Marr, Council Member Reynolds, and Mayor Pro Tern
Stephens
Nays: None
Absent: None
Abstain: Mayor Foley
Motion carried: 6-0-0-1
ACTION:
This item was continued to the next regularly scheduled meeting on September 1,
2020.
ADDITIONAL COUNCIL MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND
SUGGESTIONS
ADJOURNMENT (06:50:16) — Mayor Pro Tern Stephens adjourned the meeting at 1:16
a.m. in memory of Larry Klein, Congressman John Lewis, and Ryan Ferryman.
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Minutes adopted on this 6th day of October, 2020.
tAI ICoI:
Brenda Green, bity Clerk
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