HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/04/2013 - City Council - Successor Agency - Redevelopment AgencyMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COSTA MESA CITY COUNCIL, AND
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
June 4, 2013
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor at 5:02 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Costa
Mesa City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member Leece, Council
Member Genis and Council Member Monahan
Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS None
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed into closed session at 5:07 p.m. to consider the following items:
1. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator, Agency
Negotiator regarding Employee Organizations: Costa Mesa City Employee Association
(CMCEA), Costa Mesa Firefighters Association (CMFA), Costa Mesa Police Officers
Association (CMPOA) and Costa Mesa Police Management Association (CMPMA), Costa
Mesa Fire Management Association, and Costa Mesa 'Division Managers Association
pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
2. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Costa Mesa Employees
Association v. City of Costa Mesa, a municipal corporation, et al., Orange County Superior
Court Case No. 30-2011 00475281, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a).
3. Conference with Labor Negotiator:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Negotiator: City Attorney
Unrepresented Employee: Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of
Section 54956.9: One case
5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION: People v. Acosta,
Orange County Superior Court Case No. 06 -HN -04320, pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(a).
The City Council reconvened at 6:00 p.m.
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 1
CALL TO ORDER (00:00:06)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (00:00:30) — Mayor Righeimer
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION (00:00:52)
Pastor Bucky Dennis, Watermark Church.
ROLL CALL (00:03:00)
Present: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member Leece, Council
Member Genis and Council Member Monahan.
Absent: None
Officials Present: Chief Executive Officer Thomas R. Hatch, City Attorney Thomas Duarte,
Assistant Chief Executive Officer Rick Francis, Acting Economic and Development Services
Director Claire Flynn, Public Services Director Ernesto Munoz, and City Clerk Brenda Green.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT (00:03:18)
The City Attorney stated that there was no reportable action.
ANNOUNCEMENTS (00:03:25)
"Costa Mesa Minute" was played featuring upcoming events and activities in the community.
PRESENTATIONS (00:06:00)
The Mayor recognized and presented the "Mayors Award" to the All American Boys Choir.
(00:06:20)
Diane Hill provided a presentation on the technique of hands -only CPR. (00:17:31)
Sarah King from the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) provided an update on the
work being done at the Orange County line on the 1-405 Connector. (00:24:20)
PUBLIC COMMENTS (00:36:20)
Reggie Mundekis, Orange, Orange County Fair Grounds Preservation Society Representative,
invited the public to attend the Open House event at the Pacific Amphitheater on June 19th from
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (00:37:10)
Sheila Pffalin, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding the proposed development on Banning Ranch.
(00:38:57)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, invited the public to the Costa Mesa Historical Society 60th
Anniversary celebration on Sunday, June 9th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. (00:40:31)
Estefani Vega, Costa Mesa, expressed support for a teen center. (00:42:04)
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 2
1
Isabel Segura, Costa Mesa, expressed support for a teen center. (00:43:23)
Ivan Guerrero, Costa Mesa, expressed support for a teen center. (00:44:48)
Cristhian Morales, Costa Mesa, expressed support for a teen center. (00:46:13)
Cindy Brennaman, Costa Mesa, commended the success of the recent Costa Mesa events; and
thanked the firefighters and police officers for their work. (00:48:45)
Eleanor Egan, Costa Mesa, requested continuance of the Banning Ranch agenda item.
(00:51:49)
Barbara Austin, Costa Mesa, requested clarification regarding the proposed Charter. (00:53:22)
Greg Thunnell, Costa Mesa, spoke on crime in Costa Mesa and police staffing levels.
(00:54:11)
Steve Ray, Costa Mesa, supports CPR training for the public. (00:57:21)
John Feeney, Costa Mesa, spoke on crime; and expressed opposition to the release of
prisoners for nonviolent crimes. (00:58:58)
COUNCIL MEMBER' REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS
Mayor James M. Righeimer spoke on the increase of crime in California; spoke on calls for
services at motels; and expressed gratitude toward military service members. (01:00:18)
Mayor Pro Tem Steven Mensinger - None (01:05:25)
Council Member Genis thanked the Lions' Club and police department for the success of the
Fish Fry event; spoke regarding a tour of Talbert Park with members from the County of
Orange; expressed support for the formation of a volunteer program in Talbert Park; and
encouraged the public to attend the Fairview Park Committee Meeting on Thursday, June 6th,
2013. (01:05:29)
Council Member Wendy Leece spoke on a crime article in the Daily Pilot; expressed opposition
to the restructuring of the police department; and referenced the Neighborhood Improvement
Task Force Quarterly Report. (01:08:26)
Council Member Monahan — None (01:16:17)
REPORT -CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) (01:16:22)
CEO Thomas Hatch reported on his attendance at the International Conference of Shopping
Centers (ICSC); spoke regarding the Costa Mesa Recreation Guide; the 60th Anniversary Event
and the closure of Fair Drive.
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 3
CONSENT CALENDAR (01:21:05)
MOTION: Approve recommended actions for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 12 except
for items 2 and 11
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried unanimously.
1. READING FOLDER
a. Claims received by the City Clerk: Angel Duarte; Ivin Mood; Rick Hartbrodt; Jennifer
Pratt; Eileen Willis -Brown; and Bonnie Jean Bagdonas.
ACTION: Received and processed.
3. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2474: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS, AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE
PAID, funding City operating expenses for $2,088,850.57.
ACTION: Approved.
4. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2475: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS, INCLUDING PAYROLL REGISTER NO. 13-10 "A" AND 13-11 AND
SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID, funding
Payroll No. 13-10 "A" for $-3,839.75, Payroll No. 13-11 for $2,047,387.34 and City
operating expenses for $496,387.39.
ACTION: Approved.
5. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE 32ND DISTRICT
AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION
ACTION: Approved. City Council approved the 2013 contract for traffic management
services between the Costa Mesa Police Department and the 32nd District Agricultural
Association for all designated Interim Events of the Orange County Fair and Event
Center; and authorized the Chief Executive Officer or his designee, to sign the contract.
(The term of the agreement is April 01, 2013 through March 31, 2014 and the maximum
amount shall not exceed $70,000).
6. TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE 32ND DISTRICT
AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION
ACTION: Approved. City Council approved the 2013 contract for traffic management
services between the Costa Mesa Police Department and the 32nd District Agricultural
Association for the Orange County Fair; and authorized the Chief Executive Officer or his
designee, to sign the contract. (The term of the agreement is July 12, 2013 through
August 11, 2013 and the maximum amount shall not exceed $400,000).
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 4
7. FINAL MAP FOR TRACT NO. 17274 LOCATED AT 1036 AND 1042 W. 18th STREET,
COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA
ACTION: Approved. City Council approved the Final Map for Tract No. 17274 and
authorized signing of the Map by the City Clerk and the City Engineer.
8. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR DESIGN OF THE FAIRVIEW ROAD
AND WILSON STREET INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
ACTION: Approved. City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement for design
of the Fairview Road and Wilson Street Intersection Improvements to VA Consulting, Inc.,
46 Discovery, Suite 250, Irvine, CA 92618, in the amount of $141,093; and authorized the
Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Professional Services Agreement.
9. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR SR -55 GATEWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
ACTION: Approved. City Council approved Cooperative Agreement 12-679 between the
City of Costa Mesa and the State of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
for the construction of the SR -55 Gateway Improvement Project; and authorized the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement.
10. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSULTING SERVICES FOR A PROJECT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
FOR 236 -UNIT APARTMENT AT 125 EAST BAKER STREET
ACTION: Approved. City Council awarded contract to Atkins North America, Inc. in the
amount of $90,067.71 for the Baker Apartments at 125 East Baker Street Project
Environmental Impact Report; and authorized Mayor and City Clerk to sign and execute
the contract.
12. EXTENSION OF EXISTING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
MANAGEMENT PARTNERS FOR INTERIM MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE AND
AUTHORIZATION OF AN ORGANIZATION AND OPERATIONAL REVIEW AUDIT OF
THE COSTA MESA SENIOR CENTER
ACTION: Approved. The City Council authorized the CEO to extend the existing
Professional Services Agreement extension with Management Partners Inc., for interim
management assistance, in an amount not to exceed $100,000; and authorized an
organizational and operational review audit of the Costa Mesa Senior Center as
described in the attached proposal from Management Partners Inc. in an amount not to
exceed $26,500.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (01:21:48)
2. MINUTES: Special Study Session Meeting of April 23, 2013, and Special City Council
Meeting of April 23, 2013. (1:21:50)
Council Member Leece requested to continue the item.
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 5
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Leece/Council Member Genis
The motion carried unanimously:
ACTION: Item continued to the June 18, 2013 Regular City Council Meeting.
11. DIRECT THE FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO STUDY THE CITY'S CURRENT
BUSINESS LICENSE TAX STRUCTURE (01:22:12)
Council Member Leece spoke regarding the letter received from Ed Fawcett,
President/CEO Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce and expressed support for a study
on the item. (01:22:15)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger requested that staff provide a presentation on the existing
modifications to the current system. (01:25:30)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, expressed support of a study on this item. (01:25:55)
Ernie Feeney, requested that the letter from Ed Fawcett be provided to the public.
(01:27:40)
Tom Pollit, Costa Mesa, spoke on the advantages of having lower business taxes.
(01:28:11)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Leece/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member Genis, Council
Member Leece
Noes: Council Member Monahan
ACTION: City Council provided direction to the Financial Advisory Committee to study
the City's business license tax structure.
Council Member Leece requested the letter from Ed Fawcett and the reports from the
Consultant be provided on the City's website. (01:29:55)
PUBLIC HEARINGS — (01:31:04)
1. PUBLIC HEARING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-2014 FUNDING PRIORITIES FOR
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT
PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM (HOME) (01:31:20)
No public comments received.
MOTION/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger/Council Member Genis
The motion carried unanimously:
ACTION: Item continued to the June 11, 2013 City Council Study Session and the June
18, 2013 Regular City Council Meeting.
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 6
2. 2013-2014 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PUBLIC SERVICE GRANT
ALLOCATIONS (01:32:03)
I
Ernie Feeney, Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa Senior Center Board of Directors, inquired on
the Senior Center budget. (01:32:40)
Mayor Righeimer indicated that staff members are not available to present the report and
requested the item to be continued. (01:33:14)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Genis/Council Member Leece
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member Leece, Council Member Genis,
Council Member Monahan
Noes: None
Abstain: Mayor Righeimer
Motion carried 4-0-1.
ACTION: Item continued to June 18, 2013 Regular City Council Meeting.
NEW BUSINESS ITEMS CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
2. URBAN MASTER PLAN SCREENING REQUEST (UMP -13-03) FOR A 38 -UNIT
LIVEIWORK DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 2023, 2025 AND 2027 PLACENTIA
AVENUE (01:34:30)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Leece/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried unanimously.
i
ACTION: Item continued to June 18, 2013 Regular City Council Meeting.
3. NEWPORT BANNING RANCH TRAFFIC MITIGATION AGREEMENT (01:35:00)
Council Member Genis expressed opposition to the Banning Ranch Agreement; indicated
that the Banning Ranch Conservancy has filed a lawsuit; spoke on possible impacts to
the City; and requested the City to table the item. (01:35:09)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Genis/ Mayor Righeimer
Ayes: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member Genis, Council
Member Monahan
Noes: None
Abstain: Council Member Leece
Motion carried 4-0-1.
ACTION: Item tabled.
Council Member Genis stated that she would like to explore the possibility of the City
joining the Banning Ranch Conservancy lawsuit. (01:39:43)
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 7
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3. BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA (BIA) REAUTHORIZATION AND RESOLUTION TO
LEVY ANNUAL ASSESSMENT (01:41:48)
Staff report provided by Christine Cordon, Assistant Special Events Coordinator.
Council Member Genis requested a response to Mr. Mosher's letter. (01:44:25)
City Attorney Thomas Duarte replied that a response has been prepared and the
response will be provided to Council. (01':44:42)
No public comments received.
MOTION/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger/Council Member Monahan
The motion carried unanimously.
ACTION: City Council conducted a public hearing regarding the Business Improvement
Area (BIA) reauthorization and approved Resolution No. 13-xx: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, LEVYING AN ANNUAL
ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013-214 FOR A BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
AREA COVERING CERTAIN COSTA MESA HOTELS AND MOTELS.
OLD BUSINESS - NONE
NEW BUSINESS
1. APPOINTMENTS TO COSTA MESA SENIOR CORPORATION BOARD OF
DIRECTORS (01:46:48)
No public comments received.
Council Member Leece nominated Barbara Echan, Kathleen Eric, and Ernie Feeney.
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Leece/Council Member Monahan
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Righeimer, Council Member Leece, Council Member Genis, Council
Member Monahan
Noes: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Motion carried 4-1:
ACTION: City Council appointed Barbara Echan, Kathleen Eric, and Ernie Feeney to the
Costa Mesa Senior Corporation Board of Directors.
4. ADOPT A RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY
MANAGEMENT DISTRICT'S PROPOSED AMENDED RULE 444 PROHIBITING OPEN
BURNING ON BEACHES (01:49:54)
Staff report provided by Thomas Hatch, Chief Executive Officer.
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 8
Mayor Righeimer expressed opposition to the AQMD amended Rule 444; spoke in
support of the fire pits at the beaches; and expressed opposition to the interference of the
AQMD into Coastal Commission matters. (01:51:13)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger agreed with Mayor Righeimer's comments and supports
keeping the fire pits. (01:57:37)
Council Member Genis opined on the hypocrisy of those who have been charged with
protecting our health; and that no one has demonstrated health risks caused by fire pits.
(01:58:04)
Speaker stated his support of the resolution. (02:00:30)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, stated his support for the resolution. (02:00:51)
Joy Williams, Costa Mesa, stated her support for the resolution. (02:01:40)
MOTION/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger/Council Member Genis
The motion carried unanimously:
ACTION: The City Council adopted a Resolution opposing the South Coast Air Quality
Management District's proposed amended Rule 444 prohibiting open burning on
beaches.
5. CHARTER COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS, RATIFICATION OF FACILITATORS AND
MEETING SCHEDULE (02:02:46)
Staff report by CEO Hatch and discussion followed on the role of the facilitators.
Council Member Leece stated the voters previously indicated they did not want a charter,
and asked "why do we need a charter?" and spoke on potential conflicts between the
facilitators and Council Members. (02:10:52)
Mayor Righeimer expressed that this charter needs to be written by the community, and
that a charter is needed to take back local control from Sacramento and to save money.
He also stated that he would not interfere in the committee process. (02:13:48)
James Bridges, Costa Mesa, stated it is not necessary to have a paid facilitator.
(02:15:53)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, expressed opposition to the two recommended facilitators
and paying the facilitators. (02:17:51)
Harold Weitzberg, Costa Mesa, spoke on why he would like to be on the charter
committee and is in favor of the facilitators to protect the minority voice. (02:20:00)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke that the public perception of the facilitators is
already tainted. (02:21:33)
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 9
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, expressed opposition to the two recommended facilitators and
spoke on the selection process for the committee members. (02:24:09).
Tom Pollitt, Costa Mesa, expressed that the facilitators should have good leadership
skills and expressed hope that the charter document from the committee would garner
unanimous support. (20:27:13)
Mary Ann O'Connell, Costa Mesa, expressed that there is no need to have facilitators.
(02:28:50)
William Michael King, Costa Mesa, suggested waiting to hire the facilitators to see if
needed. (20:30:10)
Dennis Popp, Costa Mesa, supported the hiring of professional and knowledgeable
facilitators that are familiar with Costa Mesa. (20:31:09)
Sheila Pfafflin, Costa Mesa, expressed opposition to hiring facilitators. (02:33:20)
Speaker, expressed support for Dr. Bauermeister. (02:34:00).
Discussion ensued on the need to hire a facilitator and the role of the facilitator.
(02:35:55)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger:
The motion carried unanimously:
1. City Council approved Dr. Bauermeister and Dr. Mike Decker as the facilitators for
the charter committee; and
2. Approved the Charter Committee meetings to be held on the second and fourth
Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.
Charter Committee Appointments:
Each Council Members appointed one person as follows:
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger appointed Lee Ramos.
Council Member Genis appointed Mary Ann O'Connell.
Council Member Monahan appointed Ron Amburgey.
Mayor Righeimer appointed William Fancher.
Council Member Leece appointed Hank Panian.
Nomination Process continued for five additional committee members:
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 10
Motion/Second: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Motion: Appoint Brett Eckles to the Committee
Motion carried: 4-1
Ayes: Genis, Monahan, Mensinger, Righeimer
Noes: Leece
Motion/Second: Mayor Righeimer/Council Member Monahan
Motion: Appoint Tom Pollitt to the Committee
Motion carried: 4-1
Ayes: Genis, Monahan, Mensinger, Righeimer
Noes: Leece
Motion/Second: Council Member Genis/Council Member Leece
Motion: Appoint Harold Weitzberg to the Committee
Motion failed: 2-3
Ayes: Genis, Leece
Noes: Mensinger, Monahan, Righeimer
Motion/Second: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger/Mayor Righeimer
Motion: Appoint Kevin Tobin to the Committee
Motion carried: 3-2
Ayes: Mensinger, Monahan, Righeimer
Noes: Genis, Leece
Motion/Second: Council Member Leece/Council Member Genis
Motion: Appoint Corinne Stover to the Committee
Motion failed: 2-3
Ayes: Genis, Leece
Noes: Mensinger, Monahan, Righeimer
Motion/Second: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Motion: Appoint Gene Hutchins to the Committee
Motion unanimously carried.
Motion/Second: Mayor Righeimer/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Motion: Appoint Thomas Graham to the Committee
Motion carried: 4-1
Ayes: Genis, Monahan, Mensinger, Righeimer
Noes: Leece
The following three names were selected by lot to be on the Committee:
Kerry McCarthy, Andrew Smith, and Harold Weitzberg.
6. OPERATION OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA'S JAIL (03:20:34)
Staff report provided by Thomas Hatch, Chief Executive Officer. (03:20:48)
Council Member Genis expressed her concern about the insurance limit of $10 million in
aggregate being inadequate. (03:28:45)
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 11
CEO Hatch stated the insurance limits have been reviewed and the amount is
appropriate. (03:29:17)
Mayor Righeimer inquired on the $10 million policy and liability concerns. (03:29:54)
Chief Gazsi replied that the policy would cover G4S personnel based on their insurance
limits. (03:30:20)
Council Member Monahan inquired on, comparable insurance policies in other cities.
(03:30:59)
CEO Hatch replied that the amount was determined to be appropriate and the City could
request an additional level of protection, if desired. (03:31:12)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke about the Police Chief and City employees having
oversight over G4S. (03:32:18)
Council Member Genis spoke on employee turnover and liability. (03:32:35)
Chief Gazsi spoke on the G4S training process, the pay rates and the continued
employment of the current jail staff. (03:34:02)
Discussion ensued regarding turnover 'rates, Obama Care, and psychological factors.
(03:35:12)
Council Member Leece questioned if the City has followed policy regarding outsourcing.
(03:43:44)
CEO Hatch replied that the City has followed the proper policies. (03:44:38)
Discussion ensued regarding the transitional time period and current jail employees.
(03:45:02)
City Attorney Duarte summarized the Appeals Court decision that allows the City to
outsource jail services. (03:49:28)
Jennifer Muir, representative for the OCEA and CMCEA, spoke in opposition to the
outsourcing of the City's jail services. (03:51:21)
Robin Leffler expressed concerns regarding booking time, pay rates, the employee
turnover rate, the bid being antiquated, and the following of policy. (03:55:37)
Sheila Pffalin expressed concern regarding the pay rates and spoke on the Stanford
Study. (03:59:19)
Tamar Goldmann inquired about the turnover rate, claim savings, and settlements that
may be against G4S. (04:00:55)
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 12
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
1. City Council approve the contract with G4S Secure Solutions for the operation of the
City of Costa Mesa's Jail; and
2. Authorize the CEO to execute the contract; and
3. Authorize the CEO to administratively implement a transition plan.
Mayor Righeimer spoke on the turnover rate, G4S pay rates vs. City pay rates, jail
employees' options in law enforcement, and the savings that will occur from outsourcing
through G4S and expressed his support for the item. (04:07:52)
Discussion ensued regarding the terms and conditions of the three-year contract.
(04:09:04)
Council Member Leece expressed opposition to the item. (04:12:00)
Discussion ensued regarding the various operations and management- staff thatwill be
operating the jail, the psychological screening in the background process, .and the prices
and terms of the contract. (04:13:03)
Council Member Monahan expressed support of the process that the City went through
and expressed support of the item. (04:16:48)
Council Member Genis requested that Council Member Monahan support an amendment
to the motion: to direct the CEO to make every effort, in the transition, to find positions for
the City's existing employees. (04:17:56)
Council Member Monahan agreed to the amendment. (04:18:32)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger agreed to second the motion with the amendment. (04:18:54)
AMENDED MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger:
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member Genis, Council
Member Monahan
Noes: Council Member Leece
Motion carried 4-1:
ACTION:
1. City Council approved the contract with G4S Secure Solutions for the operation of the
City of Costa Mesa's Jail; and
2. Authorized the CEO to execute the contract; and
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 13
3. Authorized the CEO to administratively implement a transition plan; and
4. Directed the CEO to make every effort, in the transition, to find positions for the City's
existing employees.
REPORT — CITY ATTORNEY None
CITY CLERK
0
Minutes — Regular Meeting — June 4, 2013 - Page 14
1
1