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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COSTA MESA CITY COUNCIL,
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, AND SPECIAL
JOINT HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING
February 18, 2014
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at
Costa Mesa City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California.
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council
Member Leece, Council Member Genis and Council Member
Monahan
Council Members Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - NONE
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed into Closed Session at 5:00 p.m, to consider the following
items:
1. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator,
Agency Negotiator regarding Employee Organization: Costa Mesa City Employee
Association (CMCEA), pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6.
2. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: John Doe v. City of Costa
Mesa, District Court for the Central District of California, Case No. SACV12-1665-
AG(RNBx), pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a).
3. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Acosta v. City of Costa
Mesa, et al, Case No. SACV06-233 DOC (MLGx), 9th Cir. Case # 10-56854,
pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a).
4. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: City of Costa Mesa, et al
v. Michael Cohen, et al, Sacramento County Superior Court, Case No. 34-2013-
80001675, pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a).
The City Council reconvened at 6:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER (00;00:10)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (00:00:30) — Mayor Righeimer
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION (00:01:00) —
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Pastor Tim McCalmont, Presbyterian Church of the Covenant
ROLL CALL (00:03:20)
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, Assistant Chief Executive
Officer/Administrative Director Tamara Letourneau, Economic and Development
Services Director Gary Armstrong, Public Services Director Ernesto Munoz, and City
Clerk Brenda Green.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT (00:03:35) - None
• COIN: Ex Parte Communications pursuant to Municipal Code Section 2-238 (b) —
None
ANNOUNCEMENTS (00:03:50)
"Costa Mesa Minute" was played featuring upcoming events and activities in the
community.
PRESENTATIONS (00:05:50) - NONE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (00:06:40)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, inquired on the status of a Veteran's hall; commented on
converting the Neighborhood Community Center (NCC) to a library; and expressed
concern with having no meeting place for the Veteran's group. (00:07:37)
Speaker, spoke on a Court case against the Police. (00:09:34)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke on items being placed on the Consent Calendar; the
budget; and thanked Fire and Police personnel for the way they handled a situation.
(00:11:55)
Tim Louis, Costa Mesa, spoke to a business issue on his property. (00:14:20)
Greg Thunnel, Costa Mesa, spoke on a political ad. (00:17:17)
James Bridges, Costa Mesa, spoke on the public comment section; Committee
meetings; and the Neighborhood Task Force. (00:20:30)
Cindy Brenneman, Costa Mesa, spoke on the release of the 60th Anniversary
documents; and requested a formal meeting on the 601h Anniversary event. (00:23:25)
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Al Melone, Costa Mesa, spoke on the budget, deficits and surpluses. (00:26:10)
Lent Redman, Costa Mesa, spoke on a development from Hamilton to Charlie; and the
irrigation. (00:29:20)
Sue Lester, Costa Mesa, asked for clarification on public comments; and spoke on the
60th Anniversary Committee event. (00:32:53)
COUNCIL MEMBER'S REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS (00:35:45)
Mayor Righeimer spoke on the quality of Costa Mesa employees; the Senior Center;
and the Workers Compensation report. (00:35:55)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke regarding money allocated for sidewalk and curb
replacements; and thanked Mr. Redman for his son's community service. (00:40:15)
Council Member Genis spoke on the drought conditions. (00:41:25)
Council Member Leece spoke on the tree removal petition approved by the Planning
Commission; the homeless; a Basketball tournament on March 15th, 2014 from 11:00
a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; the 60th Anniversary event documents; space for teen programs;
requested to pull item nine; and on the memo by CEO Hatch regarding budget policies.
(00:43:00)
Council Member Monahan -- None (00:49:34)
REPORT- CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) (00:49:50)
Chief Executive Officer Hatch spoke on the budget and reserves; expanding the library;
Worker Compensation issues; City Youth programs; the Costa Mesa Community
Improvement Program; and the softball and flag football programs.
CONSENT CALENDAR (0112:10)
MOTION: Approved recommended actions for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 9
except for Item 9.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger/Council Member Leece
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan,
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
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1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: MOTION TO APPROVE THE READING BY TITLE
ONLY OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. SAID ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS THAT APPEAR ON THE PUBLIC AGENDA SHALL BE READ
BY TITLE ONLY AND FURTHER READING WAIVED
ACTION:
City Council waived reading in full of Ordinances and Resolutions and approval
and adoption of same by reading title only.
2. READING FOLDER
a. Claims received by the City Clerk: Jim Eckis; Bryan Meisner; and Adelaide
Garulle.
ACTION: Received and filed.
3. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2509: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS
AND DEMANDS, INCLUDING PAYROLL REGISTER NO. 14-02 "A" AND 14-
03 AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE
PAID, funding Payroll No. 14-02 "A" for $-113.10, Payroll No. 14-03 for
$1,995,329.60 and City operating expenses for $1,289,244.38.
ACTION: Approved Warrant Resolution No. 2509, to be read by title only and
further reading waived.
4. PROJECT SPECIFIC PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTS TO THE MASTER
AGREEMENT NO. 00144S — STATE FUNDED PROJECTS: "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SERVICES TO SIGN PROGRAM
SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENTS TO THE ADMINISTERING AGENCY -STATE
AGREEMENT NO. 00144S FOR STATE FUNDED PROJECTS".
ACTION:
City Council adopted Resolution No. 14-07, to be read by title only and further
reading waived, authorizing the Public Services Director to execute all Project
Specific Program Supplements to the Administering Agency — State Agreement
No. 00144S for State Funded Projects.
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5.
6.
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PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES TO PROVIDE AS -NEEDED
STAFF SUPPORT FOR VARIOUS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
PROJECTS
ACTION:
City Council awarded a contract to Onward Engineering, Corp., 300 S. Harbor
Blvd., Suite 814, Anaheim, California 92805, in an amount not to exceed
$200,000 to provide Project/Construction Management and Public Works
Inspection staff support as -needed for various Capital Improvement Program
(CIP) projects, and authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the
Professional Services Agreement; and
2. Awarded a contract to Civil Source, Inc., 9890 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine,
California 92618, in an amount not to exceed $200,000 to provide
Project/Construction Management and Public Works Inspection staff support
as -needed for various Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects, and
authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Professional Services
Agreement.
AMENDMENT THREE TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH KEYSER-MARSTON ASSOCIATES CONSULTING
ACTION:
City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency and Housing
Authority approved Amendment Three, revising existing cap of $140,000 not
to exceed $200,000 to the Professional Services Agreement with Keyser
Marston Associates (KMA) Consulting; and
2. Authorized the City Chief Executive Officer to sign Amendment Three to the
Professional Services Agreement with KMA Consulting.
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7. RECOGNIZE AND ALLOCATE HOME PROGRAM INCOME
ACTION:
1. City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency and Housing
Authority recognized $247,050 in HOME program income funds and
allocated these funds for HOME Administration and the HOME Single Family
Rehabilitation Program; and
2. Authorized the City Chief Executive Officer to appropriate any additional
HOME program income for FY 2013-2014; and
3. Approved Budget Adjustment No. 14-025 in the amount of $247,050 to
increase revenue and appropriate HOME program income fund to Housing
and Community Development's operating budget.
8. RIMINI STREET ORACLEIPEOPLESOFT SUPPORT SERVICES CONTRACT
ACTION:
City Council authorized the City CEO or his designee to sign the Master Services
Agreement and Purchase Requisition for $110,338 with Rimini Street
Incorporated to replace Oracle Corporation in providing support for the City's
Oracle/PeopleSoft products.
PUBLIC, HEARINGS — 7:00 p.m. (Resolution No. 05-55) - NONE
OLD BUSINESS — NONE
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NEW BUSINESS (01:12:30)
1. CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY APPROVAL OF: "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT TO RE-ESTABLISH LOAN PURSUANT TO
SECTION 34191.4 BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF COSTA MESA AND
THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COSTA MESA REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY" AND "A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
COSTA MESA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING AN AGREEMENT
TO RE-ESTABLISH LOAN PURSUANT TO SECTION 34191.4 BETWEEN THE
CITY OF COSTA MESA AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
COSTA MESA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY; DIRECTING SUBMITTAL OF
SUCH LOAN AGREEMENT TO THE OVERSIGHT BOARD TO CONSIDER
THAT THE LOAN AGREEMENT WAS FOR LEGITIMATE REDEVELOPMENT
PURPOSES; AND MAKING OF THE FINDING IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH". (01:13:00)
Staff report provided by Special Counsel Celeste Brady. (01:13:15)
Discussion ensued regarding the loan; the ROPS schedule; and payment of
enforcement obligations. (01:16:11)
MOVEDISECOND: Council Member Monahan/Council Member Genis
The motion carried by the following roil call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member
Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
1. City Council adopted Resolution No. 14-08, to be read by title only and
waived further reading, approving an Agreement to Re -Establish Loan
between the City of Costa Mesa and the Successor Agency to the Costa
Mesa Redevelopment Agency following the obtaining of a Finding of
Completion Pursuant to Section 34191.4 of the Dissolution Laws.
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MOVEDISECOND: Council Member Monahan/Council Member Genis
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member
Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
2. Successor Agency adopted Resolution No. 14-09, to be read by title only and
waived further reading, approving Agreement to Re -Establish Loan between
the City of Costa Mesa and the Successor Agency to the Costa Mesa
Redevelopment Agency following the obtaining of a Finding of Completion
Pursuant to Section 34191.4 of the Dissolution Laws; Directing Submittal of
such Loan Agreement to the Oversight Board to Consider and Find that the
CitylAgency Loan was for legitimate Redevelopment Purposes; and making
other findings in connection therewith.
2. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY'S
ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET FOR THE 14-15A SIX-MONTH FISCAL PERIOD
OF JULY 1, 2014 TO DECEMBER 31, 2014: "A RESOLUTION OF THE
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COSTA MESA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
APPROVING THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY'S ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET FOR
THE 14-15A SIX-MONTH FISCAL PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2014 TO DECEMBER
31, 2014 PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 34177(j)".
(01:19:00)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member
Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
Successor Agency adopted Resolution No. 14-10, to be read by title only and
waived further reading, approving the Successor Agency's Administrative Budget
for the 14-15A six-month fiscal period of July 1, 2014 to December 31, 2014
pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 34177(j) of the Dissolution Laws.
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3. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT
SCHEDULE FOR THE 14-15A SIX-MONTH FISCAL PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2014
TO DECEMBER 31, 2014, "A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY
TO THE COSTA MESA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING THE
RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE 14-15A FOR THE SIX-
MONTH FISCAL PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2014 TO DECEMBER 31, 2014,
SUBJECT TO SUBMITTAL TO, AND REVIEW BY THE OVERSIGHT BOARD
AND THE DOF PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE,
DIVISION 24, PART 1.85, AS AMENDED BY ASSEMBLY BILL 1484;
AUTHORIZE POSTING AND TRANSMITTAL THEREOF". (01:19:25)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Leece/Council Member Monahan
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member
Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
Successor Agency adopted Resolution No. 14-11, to be read by title only and
waive further reading, approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule
for the 14-15A six-month fiscal period of July 1, 2014 to December 31, 2014
("ROPS 14-15K), subject to submittal to and review by the Oversight Board and
then by the State Department of Finance ("DOF"). Further, the Assistant
Finance Director, in consultation with legal counsel, shall be authorized to
request and complete meet and confer session(s) with the DOF and authorized
to make augmentations, modifications, additions or revisions as may be
necessary or directed by DOF.
4. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR PURCHASE AND
INSTALLATION OF EMERGENCY VEHICLE PREEMPTION (EVP) SYSTEM
(01:19:44)
Staff report provided by Fire Chief Dan Stefano. (01:20:10)
Discussion ensued on increasing the number of intersections for signal
preemption; Fire Station number 6; paramedics and rescue ambulances; grant
funding; and personnel savings. (01:22:10)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of this item. (01:27:14)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Righeimer (01:29:15)
Discussion ensued regarding cost sharing of signal preemption from the City of
Santa Ana; implementing the plan; and emergency vehicles. (01:29:30)
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The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member
Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
1. City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement for the purchase
and installation of Emergency Vehicle Preemption (EVP) devices utilizing
Global Traffic Technologies (GTT) Global Positioning System (GPS)
technology at 25 intersection locations, in 20 fire department emergency
vehicles and integrating the equipment in a central system located at the
Traffic Management Center (TMC) through DDL Traffic, Inc. in the amount of
$234,236.60 (inclusive of sales tax); and
2. Authorized the Mayor to execute the Professional Services Agreement.
5. SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM: ESTABLISH CITY PARTICIPATION WITH
EXISTING YOUTH SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP
WITH NEWPORT -MESA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (01:33:45)
Staff report provided by CEO Hatch. (01:34:10)
Discussion ensued on marketing of the program. (01:39:50)
Council Member Genis spoke in support of the program. (01:44:29)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke in support of fundraising for the arts.
(01:45:15)
MOVEDISECOND: Council Member Genis/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member
Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved the summer youth program and directed staff to establish
participation with an existing youth summer recreation program in partnership
with the Newport -Mesa Unified School District and authorized funding to be
included in the FY 20142015 budget.
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6. FIRST READING OF THE ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR REWARDS FOR
INFORMATION LEADING TO THE APPREHENSION OF VANDALS (01:45:40)
Staff report provided by CEO Hatch. (01:46:00)
Mr. Redman, spoke on current vandalism in the Hamilton community garden.
(01:47:10)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Genis/Council Member Leece
Council Member Genis pledged individuals to report vandalism at Fairview Park.
(01.48:30)
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member
Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved for first reading, Ordinance No. 14-02, to be read by title
only and waived further reading, regarding rewards for information leading to the
apprehension of individuals who vandalize public property,
7. REPEAL OF COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER XIII SEX
OFFENDER PARK EXCLUSION ORDINANCE (01:49:11)
Staff report provided by City Attorney Thomas Duarte. (01:49:20)
MOVEDISECOND: Council Member Monahan/Council Member Leece
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member
Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent; None
Motion carried. 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved for first reading, Ordinance No. 14-03, to be read by title
only and waived further reading.
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ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (01:50:30)
9. FISCAL YEAR 2013-14 MID -YEAR BUDGET REPORT (01:50:40)
Discussion ensued on the allocation of contingency funds; the journal entry for
the community foundation; the fund balance and reserves; the pocket park
playground; charter facilitation; teen centers; and funding for the library.
(01:51:25)
Cindy Brenneman, Costa Mesa, spoke on the Kaboom projects; and spoke on
the general fund. (02:01:45)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, expressed concern on not having a Public Hearing
and a Presentation for this item. (02:03:45)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Council Member Genis
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member
Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
1. City Council approved the recommended uses of the remainder of the FY 2012-
13 surplus as follows:
a. Increased the Information Technology budget by $758,770 for the
remainder of the infrastructure backbone project (general fund portion)
and approved this as a budgeted expense rather than a non-interest
bearing loan as originally planned; and
b. Increased the General Fund transfer to the Capital Improvement Program
Fund by $300,000; and
c. Saved the remaining $1,568,000 in General Fund balance; and
2. Approved the recommended increase of the FY 2013-14 General Fund revenue
budget by $1,900,000 and increased the FY 2013-14 General Fund
appropriations by $1,568,000; and
3. Approved the allocation of appropriations from the General Fund contingency
account to the General Fund departments/projects including the final
$18,717.03 transfer to the Costa Mesa Community Foundation; and
4. Adjusted the budgets of certain non -General Funds as follows:
a. Adjusted the Capital Improvement Projects Fund for the Council
Chambers audio/visual equipment upgrade; and
b. Adjusted the Narcotic Asset Forfeiture Fund; and
c. Adjusted the budgets of the Measure M2 Funds 415 and 416; and
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d. Established the new Nuisance Abatement Relocation Assistance Fund
as directed by the City's Public Nuisance Abatement Ordinance Section
20-32(b).
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS - NONE
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS ON CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS - NONE
REPORT — CITY ATTORNEY - NONE
ADJOURNMENT (02:04:40)
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 8:04 p.m.
MAYOR
CITY CLERK
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COSTA MESA CITY COUNCIL, AND
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
February 4, 2014
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor at 4:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Costa
Mesa City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California.
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member
Leece, Council Member Genis (arrived at 5:05 p.m.) and Council
Member Monahan (arrived at 4:48 p.m.).
Council Members Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - NONE
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed into Closed Session at 4:47 p.m. to consider the following items:
1. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator, Agency
Negotiator regarding Employee Organization: Costa Mesa City Employee Association
(CMCEA), pursuant to California 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 California Government Code Section
54956.9(a).
The City Council reconvened at 6:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER (00:00:08)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (00:00:34) — Council Member Monahan
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION (00:00:46)
Pastor Phil Eyskens, Lighthouse Church
ROLL CALL (00:02:50)
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, Assistant Chief Executive Officer/Administrative
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Services Director Tamara Letourneau, Economic and Development Services Director Gary
Armstrong, Public Services Director Ernesto Munoz, and City Clerk Brenda Green.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT (00:03:00) - NONE
ANNOUNCEMENTS (00:03:07)
"Costa Mesa Minute" was played featuring upcoming events and activities in the community.
PRESENTATIONS (00:05:55)
Maryann Dunham, Event Chair, from Relay for Life announced upcoming events and presented
a Proclamation to the City Council.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (00:11:52)
Mohammad Tavassol, Costa Mesa, spoke on a rehabilitation loan from the city. (00:12:27)
Greg Thunnel, Costa Mesa, spoke on a newspaper article; on the 60th Anniversary documents
and the audit. (00:13:45)
Mary Ann O'Connell, Costa Mesa, commented on the 60th Anniversary documents and the
CEO. (00:17:00)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke on street improvement projects. (00:18:22)
Joy Williams, Costa Mesa, spoke on the 60th Anniversary documents. (00:21:21)
Sue Lester, Costa Mesa, spoke on the 60th Anniversary documents and the CVB payments.
(00:23:37)
Kim Debroux, Costa Mesa, requested an appeal to a decision made by the Parks and
Recreation Commission and submitted petitions regarding tree removals. (00:26:43)
Flo Martin, Costa Mesa, spoke on the 60th Anniversary documents; and auditor letters.
(00:31:14)
Perry Valantine, Costa Mesa, spoke on the 60th Anniversary documents; auditor letters; and
CVB payments. (00:34:33)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke on the 60th Anniversary documents; auditor letters and
CVB payments. (00:37:20)
COUNCIL MEMBER' REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS (00:39:19)
Council Member Monahan reported his attendance at a Newport Beach City Council meeting
where he presented a plaque on behalf of the City to the Corona Del Mar High School Varsity
Football team. (00:39:35)
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Mayor Righeimer spoke on the 60th Anniversary documents; indicated a need to have a system
in place with checks and balances; spoke on the audit process, and the Marine's 115 dinner.
(00:40:20)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke on the Marine's 115 dinner; and oversight of payments for the
60th Anniversary event. (00:47:00)
Council Member Genis spoke on the Marine's 115 dinner, the 60th Anniversary event and the
need to adhere to the law and procedures; and Fairview Park and deed restrictions. (00:48:00)
Council Member Leece addressed Ms. Debroux's concerns on the Park and Recreation
decision regarding trees; spoke on Mr. Muhammad's issue; spoke on the Relay for Life event;
spoke on supporting the Marines and the Military Affairs Committee; spoke on the 6016
Anniversary event; requested an update on the Senior Center audit; the Memorandum of
Understanding with the Costa Mesa Police Association; and requested a formal opinion
pertaining to the Mayor's lawsuit. (00:54:20)
City Attorney Duarte indicated that they are reviewing the information regarding removal of
trees. (00:55:15)
Public Services Director Ernesto Munoz indicated that the removal of trees will temporarily be
put on hold. (00:55.30)
REPORT -CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) (01:02:00)
CEO Thomas Hatch addressed the 60th Anniversary event concerns and treatment of
volunteers; spoke on the comments from the public and City Council; reviewed the 60th
Anniversary Executive Summary and reforms that will be instituted; and spoke regarding the
Senior Center Audit.
CONSENT CALENDAR (01:15:20)
MOTION: Approved recommended actions for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 7 except
for Items 3, 4 and 7.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Council Member Leece
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro
Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
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1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: MOTION TO APPROVE THE READING BY TITLE ONLY OF
ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. SAID ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
THAT APPEAR ON THE PUBLIC AGENDA SHALL BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND
FURTHER READING WAIVED
ACTION:
City Council waived reading in full of Ordinances and Resolutions and approval and
adoption of same by reading title only.
2. READING FOLDER
a. Claims received by the City Clerk: Julian Solomons; Breanna Badorek; Stephanie De
La Cruz; and Mary Goggin.
ACTION: Received and filed.
5. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR DESIGN OF BRISTOL STREET
IMPROVEMENTS
ACTION:
1. City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement for design of the Bristol
Street Improvements to Anderson Penna Partners, Inc., 20280 Acacia Street, Suite
100, Newport Beach, CA 92660, in the amount of $109,300; and
2. Authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Professional Services
Agreement.
6. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR DESIGN OF RED HILL AVENUE
MEDIAN IMPROVEMENTS
ACTION:
1. City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement for design of the Red Hill
Avenue Median Improvements to CNC Engineering, 2121 Alton Parkway, Suite 200,
Irvine, CA 92606, in the amount of $105,551; and
2. Authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Professional Services
Agreement.
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NEW BUSINESS (01:16:00)
1. URBAN MASTER PLAN SCREENING REQUEST (UMP -13-09) FOR A 33 -UNIT
LIVE/WORK DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 765 W. 16TH STREET (01:16:17)
Staff report provided by Minoo Ashabi, Senior Planner. (01:17:00)
Discussion ensued regarding roof decks; parking; mixed use development; the entrance
to Banning Ranch on 16th Street; traffic impacts; dedication to widen 16th Street; impacts
due to new land uses; site plan, and minimum ground work space. (01:25:45)
Kim Prijatel, City Ventures, spoke on the project and doing a traffic analysis. (01:28:10)
Discussion ensued on conducting a traffic analysis; on site amenities; parking spaces;
and landscape setback requirements. (01:33:44)
Susan Shaw, Costa Mesa, expressed concerns on density and traffic. (01:35:40)
Chris McEvoy, Costa Mesa, expressed concern with traffic; lack of parking and open
space; and is opposed to high density development. (01:37:00)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, concerned with cumulative traffic impacts and enforcing
areas as live/work units. (01:39:20)
Greg Thunnell, Costa Mesa, expressed concerns with parking, traffic and density.
(01:41:45)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke on the live/work unit developments; expressed
concerns with traffic, density, public safety, and shade and shadows. (01:44:00)
Terry Koken, Costa Mesa, inquired on the 119 square feet work space. (01:46;50)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, expressed concern with trip generation impacts, setbacks,
landscaping, density, shades and shadow; and to take into account the cumulative
effects. (1:47:22)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, expressed concerns with high density and parking; and
spoke on young families who want to purchase land. (01:49:45)
Council Member Monahan supports the project; indicated minimal traffic impacts; the
parking meets standards; and that the 119 square feet work area is large enough for an
office. (01:52;18)
Mayor Righeimer spoke regarding setbacks; spoke on parking and traffic; indicated
concerns with space that can be made into a bedroom; and spoke on having a good
traffic plan. (01:55:50)
Council Member Genis expressed concern with the 119 square feet office area; spoke on
setbacks, shades and shadows; and requested a tract map. (02:01:43)
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Council Member Leece inquired on the reduction of office square footage to 119 and on a
HOA. (02:05:03)
Ms. Prijatel spoke on the intended uses for live/work unit areas; and an HOA. (02:06:00)
Discussion ensued regarding the square footage for the office space; parking; traffic and
garages used for parking not storage. (02:07:35)
A ten minute break was taken at 8.13 p.m. (02:12:10)
The City Council resumed at 8:23 p.m. (02:22:10)
2. REQUEST FOR AN INTERPRETATION OF GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING
CONSISTENCY FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT COMMERCIAL SITE AT THE
SOUTHWEST CORNER OF HARBOR BLVD. AND HAMILTON STREET (02:22:10)
Staff report provided by Minoo Ashabi, Senior Planner. (02:22:25)
Mayor Righeimer spoke on the history of the site and project; indicated that the project is
less dense with the same parking standards. (02:29:28)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke on an alternative to having a car wash; and needing
renovation on Charlie Street. (02:32:35)
Council Member Monahan agreed with Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger's comments; and
indicated that the project could rejuvenate the area. (02:33:55)
Council Member Genis inquired on the placing of the live/work units in the back instead of
on Harbor Blvd.; and spoke in support of making Harbor Blvd. look more vibrant.
(02:34:58)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke on the project's street view presented on pg. 17 of the
report. (02:39:08)
Flo Martin, Costa Mesa, spoke on parking, water shortage and drought conditions,
(02:40:12)
Chris McEvoy, Costa Mesa, spoke on work space requirements and density and traffic
concerns. (02:43:20)
Greg Thunnell, Costa Mesa, opposes the project. (02:45:19)
Greg Sullivan, Newport Beach, supports the project. (02:48:20)
Eric Nelson, Newport Beach, supports the project. (02;49:50)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the project but expressed concern on the
location of the live/work units; and spoke on the slide gate at the entrance and traffic.
(02:51:05)
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Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, expressed concerns with this type of development.
(02:53:44)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, expressed opposition to the live/work units; concerned with
traffic and cumulative effects of the project and density. (02:56:40)
Discussion ensued on a General Plan Amendment; a letter received from Ready Rentals;
and existing negative conditions that could be resolved through Public Services.
(03:00:00)
MOTIONISECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Council Member Genis indicated the project is not consistent with the Planned
Development Commercial (PDC) zone; and will not support the motion. (03.04:41)
Council Member Leece stated she will not support the motion; and spoke on having a
General Plan amendment and on the letter from Ready Rentals. (03:07:38)
Mayor Righeimer spoke in support of the project; spoke on energizing the area,
consolidating parcels and creating jobs. (03:09:03)
MOTIONISECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: Council Member Genis, and Council Member Leece
Absent: None
Motion carried: 3-2
ACTION:
1. City Council provided feedback on the General Plan and Zoning consistency for a
proposed 28 -unit residential project containing seven live/work units at the southwest
corner of Hamilton Street and Harbor Boulevard; and
2. Authorized the applicant to proceed with the project as a master plan subject to
approval by the Planning Commission, authorized preparation of the appropriate
CEQA documents, and that the project may be all residential with no commercial.
3. GENERAL PLAN SCREENING; GPS -113-04- FOR PROPOSED 28 -UNIT RESIDENTIAL
PROJECT AT 1239 VICTORIA STREET (03:12:35)
Staff report provided by Minoo Ashabi, Senior Planner. (03:13:00)
Mayor Righeimer spoke on traffic trips reduction. (03:16:30)
Council Member Genis spoke on a General Plan Amendment; and high density.
(03:18:00)
Eric Nelson, Applicant, Trumark Homes, spoke on the project; parks fees and a tract
map. (03:20:20)
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Discussion ensued on traffic safety; design compatibility with the project next door;
HOA's; acquiring an easement; traffic reduction; streetscape; and visitor parking.
(03:21:27)
Chris McEvoy, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition to the project due to density; and is
concerned with safety and lack of parking. (03:29:45)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, expressed concerns with the lack of parking, guest parking
and safety. (03:32:45)
Greg Thunnell, Costa Mesa, concerned with traffic safety; and spoke on the sale of units.
(03:35:55)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke on General Plan Amendments; and asked not to
consider General Plan Amendments until the process is complete. (03:38:50)
Tom Pollitt, Costa Mesa, thanked the City Council for improving the City and for their
efforts; spoke on low density projects; and water supply. (03:42:40)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke on density and project compatibility with the
neighborhood; parking; and jobs. (03:45.20)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke on pensions and parking. (03:48:00)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Righeimer (03:50:33)
Council Member Leece spoke on zoning; density; traffic; and provided parking
recommendations. (03:51:00)
Council Member Genis spoke on public noticing. (03:54:35)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Righeimer
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council accepted the General Plan amendment to change the land use designation
from General Commercial to High Density Residential to facilitate development of a 28 -
unit single-family detached residential project.
Council Member Monahan was excused from the meeting at 9:58 p.m. (03:57:50)
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4. REORGANIZATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT (03:57:55)
Staff report presented by Tom Hatch, Chief Executive Officer. (03:58:00)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke on staffing; authorizing a consulting account, and the
need for a Deputy Director of Public Works. (04:03:15)
Council Member Leece asked for staff to bring back a staff report justifying the need for
the position in the Public Services Department; inquired on a survey in the Planning
Department; and expressed concern on wait times and telephone calls. (04:06:00)
Development Services Director Gary Armstrong spoke regarding customer service; and
keeping track of wait times and building inspections. (04:08:30)
Discussion ensued on an Economic Development Director position and an Economic
Development strategy. (04:10:25)
Perry Valantine, Costa Mesa, spoke on current staff levels; and supports staff
recommendations. (04:14:30)
Don Lamm, supports staff recommendations. (04:17:05)
Mayor Righeimer spoke on staffing levels. (04:19:28)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger recommended not having an Economic Development Director
position at this point but perhaps a consultant. (04:20:20)
MOTION: Adopt recommendations from staff without the Economic Development
Director position. (04:22:00)
MOVED/SECOND., Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger/Mayor Righeimer
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Adopt recommendations from staff and hire the Economic
Development Director position. (04:22:22)
MOVED: Council Member Genis
CEO Hatch reviewed staff's recommendation and indicated that he can come back with a
plan for Economic Development. (04:24:00)
Council Member Genis withdrew her substitute motion. (04:25:43)
ORIGINAL MOTION: Adopt recommendations from staff without the Economic
Development Director position.
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger/Mayor Righeimer
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and
Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Monahan
Motion carried: 4-0-1
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ACTION:
1. The City Council eliminated the following Development Services positions:
Inspection Services
• 1.5 FTEs (Part -Time Permit Technician and a Senior Combination Inspector)
. 2 Contract Combination Inspectors
• 1 Part -Time Combination Inspector
• 1 Part -Time Inspector
Plan Check Services
• 1 Building Technician (full-time)
• 1 Contract Building Technician 11; and
2. Authorized the following Development Services positions:
Inspection Services
• 1 Permit Processing Specialist
• 5 Building Inspectors
Plan Check Services
1 Part-time Plan Checker
2 Building Technician II
Planning
• 1 Principal Planner
• 1 Associate Planner
. 1 Assistant Planner; and
3. Appropriated $250,000 from the General Fund fund balance to fund these positions
for the remainder of FY 13-14; and
4. Appropriated $150,000 from the General Fund fund balance to Development
Services for general consulting assistance needed.
5. UPDATE TO THE OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN OF PARKS AND RECREATION
(04:27:05)
Ernesto Munoz, Public Services Director provided a staff report and presented a
PowerPoint slide show of completed projects. (04:27:25)
Discussion ensued on park fees; how to pay for park projects; and community meetings.
(04:32:48)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, asked for a needs analysis; asked for Council Policy 500-01
be eliminated; and spoke on park fees (04:35:10)
Anna Vrska, Costa Mesa, supports data reports and the item. (04:37:37)
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Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, agreed with Mr. Humprey's and Ms. Vrska's comments; and
asked if the community meetings will be recorded. (04:39:09)
MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tem Mensiger/Council Member Genis
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and
Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Monahan
Motion carried: 4-0-1
ACTION:
City Council authorized staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP's) to secure
consultant services to assist with the update to the Open Space Master Plan of Parks
and Recreation (Master Plan).
6. PENSION COST REDUCTION RECOMMENDATIONS- FIRST STEPS (04:40:57)
A break was taken at 10:42 p.m. (04:41:15)
The meeting reconvened at 10:48 p.m. (04:48:18)
Presentation by Jeff Arthur, Chair, Pension Oversight Committee and Steven Dunivent,
Interim Finance Director. (04:49:23)
Discussion ensued on increase in rates; unfunded liabilities; the Fire Side fund; cash
balance and cash flow impact; and pension cost reduction (05:12:00)
John Stephens, Costa Mesa, supports the recommendations. (05:45:02)
Tom Pollit, Costa Mesa, thanked the Committee for their work and report; and spoke on
retirement benefits. (05:46:00)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, commended the Committee on their work; spoke on the Fire
Side fund; and the Public Employment Retirement System. (05:47:55)
Mayor Righeimer spoke on the budget; paying down the Fire Side fund; and pension
plans for employees. (05:50:40)
MOVED/SECOND. Mayor Righeimer/Council Member Leece (05:57:00)
Council Member Genis stated that she supports this item but wants to address this in the
overall budget. (05:57:50)
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MOVED/SECOND: Mayor Righeimer/Council Member Leece
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and
Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Monahan
Motion carried: 4-0-1
ACTION:
1. The City Council:
a. Received and filed the Pension Oversight Committee Report; and
b. Approved the distribution of the Committee Facts Volumes 1, 2, and 3; and
c. Provided direction regarding the Committee's future activities; and
2. Authorized the lump -sum prepayment of the City's annual required contribution for the
Miscellaneous Plan beginning in July 2014; and
3. Authorized the use of the City's annual savings from the lump -sum prepayment of the
Miscellaneous Plan to make additional payments to the Fire Side Fund beginning in
July 2014 with the goal of paying off this fund early; and
4. Authorized the Finance Director, with the concurrence of the City CEO, to annually
review recommended actions two and three and implement or suspend them each
fiscal year as appropriate to the City's financial condition at the time; and
5. Authorized a one-time additional $1,000,000 payment to the Fire Side Fund this fiscal
year using funds that were budgeted in FY 2012-2013 and FY 2013-14; and
6, Authorized continuing the practice of budgeting an additional $500,000 per year for
the purpose of paying down unfunded pension liabilities.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (05:59;50)
MOTION: Continue the meeting past midnight (05:59:33)
MOTION/SECOND: Mayor Righeimer/Council Member Leece
The motion to continue past midnight was carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and
Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Monahan
Motion carried: 4-0-1
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3. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2508: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS, INCLUDING PAYROLL REGISTER NO. 14-01 "A" AND 14-02 AND
SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID, funding
Payroll No. 14-01 "A" for $1,478.41, Payroll No. 14-02 for $2,039,185.12 and City
operating expenses for $2,085,916.53. (05:59:45)
Greg Thunnell, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding warrant payments and interim positions.
(06:00:10)
MOTIONISECOND: Mayor Righeimer/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roil call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and
Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Monahan
Motion carried: 4-0-1
ACTION: Approved Warrant Resolution No. 2508, to be read by title only and further
reading waived.
4. FINAL MAP FOR TRACT NO. 17198 LOCATED AT 2013-2029 ANAHEIM AVENUE,
COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA (06:03:19)
MOTION/SECOND. Mayor Righeimer/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and
Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Monahan
Motion carried: 4-0-1
ACTION:
City Council approved the Final Map for Tract No. 17198 and authorized signing of the
Map by the City Clerk and the City Engineer.
7. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR DESIGN OF PLACENTIA AVENUE
MEDIAN IMPROVEMENTS (06:03:25)
Discussion ensued on the start location of the project; enhancing safety and matching
funds for the project. (06:03:35)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Leece/Council Member Genis
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and
Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: Council Member Monahan
Motion carried: 4-0-1
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ACTION:
1. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for design of the Placentia Avenue
Median Improvements to Onward Engineering, 300 S. Harbor Boulevard, Suite 814,
Anaheim, CA 92805, in the amount of $119,670; and
2. Approved Budget Adjustment BA 14-023 in the amount of $20,000 towards the
project; and
3. Authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Professional Services
Agreement and the Budget Adjustment.
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS (06:08:30)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, spoke on the previous Charter Measure. (06:08:40)
Anna Vrska, Costa Mesa, thanked Council Member Leece for helping her understand the
financials of the City; thanked City Clerk Green for providing her with a Public Records Request
log; and identified items of concerns on the 60th Anniversary event, (06:10:05)
Roger Chadderdom, Costa Mesa, spoke on the Athletic Use and Allocation policy; expressed
concern on not being able to play at the park on Friday nights; and wants Robert Knapp
reinstated. (06:12.40)
Cindy Brenneman, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding the 60th Anniversary documents; the Costa
Mesa Community Foundation; inquired as to when the 60th Anniversary Committee will meet
again and if there will be a Study Session to review the findings. (06:16:10)
REPORT -- CITY ATTORNEY (06:19:10)
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS ON CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS (06:19:20)
Council Member Leece would like an investigation into Mr. Chadderdom's concerns; agreed
with Ms. Brenneman's comments on the need of having another 60th Anniversary Committee
meeting.
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 12:21 a.m.
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CITY CLERK
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COSTA MESA CITY COUNCIL, AND
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
MARCH 4, 2014
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Costa
Mesa City Hail, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California.
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member
Leece, Council Member Genis and Council Member Monahan
Council Members Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - NONE
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed into closed session at 4:35 p.m. to consider the following items:
1. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator, Agency
Negotiator regarding Employee Organization: Costa Mesa City Employee Association
(CMCEA), pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6.
2. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator, Agency
Negotiator regarding Employee Organization: Costa Mesa Police Officers Association
(CMPOA), pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6,
3. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Ress Financial Corporation, a
California Corporation v. Thomas Hewko, an individual, and City of Costa Mesa, a public
entity, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2013-00661459-CU-OR-CJC,
pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a).
Mayor Righeimer and Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger recused themselves from Closed Session
item number 2 due to a possible conflict.
The City Council reconvened at 6.16 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER (00:00:15)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (00:00:30) — Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION (00:00:50)
Pastor Mike Gibson, Christ Lutheran Church and School
ROLL CALL (00:02:21)
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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, Assistant Chief Executive Officer/Administrative
Services Director Tamara Letourneau, Economic and Development Services Director Gary
Armstrong, Public Services Director Ernesto Munoz, and City Clerk Brenda Green.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT (00:02:34)
City Attorney Duarte reported on Closed Session item 3:
(5-0 vote) — City Council approved a settlement wherein the City would receive $121,000 dollars.
• COIN: Ex Parte Communications pursuant to Municipal Code Section 2-238 (b) -None
ANNOUNCEMENTS (00:02:50)
"Costa Mesa Minute" was played featuring upcoming events and activities in the community.
PRESENTATIONS (00:05:19)
Colin McCarthy and Ron Amburgey of Costa Mesa United provided a financial report on grant
monies for Costa Mesa United.
Arbor Day "March 7, 2014" Presentation by .ferry Klemer, Arbor Day Chairman, Rotary Club of
Newport -Balboa.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (00:13:00)
Scott Morlan, Costa Mesa, spoke on an article in -the Orange County Register. (00:13:40)
Chuck Perry, Costa Mesa, spoke on behalf of .dean McMann and thanked the Mayor for helping
Anchor Trailor Park. (00:14:45)
Lisa Morlan, Costa Mesa, spoke on group homes and properties that exhibit nuisance behaviors
and inquired on the task force. (00:15:45)
Harold Weitzberg, Costa Mesa, spoke on in -fill projects; and spoke on parking and density.
(00:18:00)
Phil Morello, Costa Mesa, spoke on behalf of the Wallace Area Improvement Group; and spoke
on efforts and accomplishments of neighborhood cleanup. (00:20:25)
Sue Lester, Costa Mesa, spoke on the cost of police officer recruitments. (00:23:50)
Margaret Mooney, Costa Mesa, expressed support for City employees and the Police
department; and spoke on the Mayor's comments on an article in the Orange County Register.
(00:27:47)
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Kim Hendricks, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding Fairview Park. (00:30:59)
Anna Vrska, Costa Mesa, spoke on the Park's and Recreation Commission Field Allocation.
(00:33:00)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke on police staffing, recruitment and retention. (00:35:05)
COUNCIL MEMBER' REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS (00:38:20)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger thanked the reserve officers and Costa Mesa United for their efforts.
(00:38:30)
Council Member Genis spoke on Mr. Morlan's comments; requested a report on nuisance
citations; announced the basketball tournament and a Community Fair at Lions Park on March
15th; the Fairgrounds Open House on March '11th 2014; Planting Day at Fairview Park on March
16th 2014; spoke on March as Women's History month and March 8th, 2014 as International
Women's Day; and acknowledged Norma Hertzog for being the first woman Council Member.
(00:39:50)
Council Member Leece spoke on the committee recruitments; thanked Costa Mesa United for
their presentation; announced a Relay for Life event and the Mayor's breakfast on March 14th,
2014; spoke on field usage; spoke on traffic and density concerns; asked staff to update pictures
in the Urban Master Plan; spoke on group homes; thanked Mr. Morello; spoke on the vernal
pools; and spoke on Police Department staffing and an article in the Orange County register.
(00:42:50)
Council Member Monahan (00:54:00) — None
Mayor Righeimer spoke on the Preserve Our Neighborhood Committee; spoke on group homes;
announced the names of the members to serve on the Committee: Lisa Morlan, Tim Sesler, Keri
McCarthy, Larry Weichman, Jeremy Broderick, Scott McCave, and Joe McGreevy; spoke on the
Police Department and staffing levels; the helicopter program; police contract pay increase;
pension costs, and support for the Police Department. (00:54:55)
REPORT -CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) (01;08.55)
CEO Thomas Hatch spoke on providing office space to veterans at the Westside substation;
spoke on field usage concerns from neighbors at Vanguard University; provided a motel and
group homes status update; and spoke on employee recruitments and staffing levels.
Director of Public Services Ernesto Munoz spoke regarding alleys, grants and the vernal pools.
(01:14:45)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (01:25:14)
MOTION: Approved recommended actions for Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 8 except
for Items 6, 7 and 8.
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Council Member Leece
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro
Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: MOTION TO APPROVE THE READING BY TITLE ONLY OF
ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. SAID ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
THAT APPEAR ON THE PUBLIC AGENDA SHALL BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND
FURTHER READING WAIVED
ACTION:
City Council waived reading in full of Ordinances and Resolutions and approval and
adoption of same by reading title only.
2. READING FOLDER
a. Claims received by the City Clerk: Lloyd Collins; David DeMarco; David Calvin; and
Elizabeth Wood.
ACTION: Received and filed.
3. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2510: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS, INCLUDING PAYROLL REGISTER NO. 14-04 AND SPECIFYING THE
FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID, funding Payroll No. 14-04 for
$2,034,031.11 and City operating expenses for $1,453,522.45.
ACTION: City Council approved Warrant Resolution No. 2510, to be read by title only and
further reading waived.
4. PARK AVENUE ALLEY (ALLEY NO. 10), BAKER STREET ALLEY (ALLEY NO. 44),
AND FULLERTON AVENUE ALLEY (ALLEY NO. 104) IMPROVEMENT PROJECT --
CITY PROJECT NO. 13-03
ACTION:
1, City Council accepted the work performed by Grigolla & Sons Construction Company,
Inc. and authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion; and
2. Authorized to Release the Labor and Material Bond seven (7) months after the filing
date; release the Faithful Performance Bond one (1) year after the filing date; and
release the retention monies 35 days after the Notice of Completion filing date.
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5. REFUND OF CASH DEPOSIT IN CONNECTION WITH ENCROACHMENT PERMIT NO.
PS13-00456 FOR PARKWAY IMPROVEMENTS AT 3180 AIRWAY AVENUE, COSTA
MESA, CALIFORNIA
ACTION:
City Council approved the refund of cash deposit in connection with Encroachment Permit
No. PS13-00456 in the amount of $18,896.59 to Synder Langston, 17962 Cowan, Irvine,
CA 92614.
PUBLIC HEARINGS — (01:25:50)
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
ZONING CODE AMENDMENT CO -13-04 AMENDING TITLE 13, CHAPTERS I, IV, AND V
RELATED TO DEFINITIONS, LAND USE MATRIX AND NEW ARTICLE 13-42
Staff report provided by Minoo Ashabi, Principal Planner. (01:25:55)
Discussion ensued regarding a letter received from the Building Industry Association (BIA);
minimum open space; automatic roll up doors; rear yards for one story developments;
requirements for Homeowners and Maintenance Associations; existing zoning; and CEQA
exemption. (01:38:16)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, spoke on neighborhoods, open space, and tandem parking.
(01:49:27)
Peter Nagavi, San Clemente, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (01:52:33)
Colin McCarthy, Costa Mesa, spoke on a BIA meeting regarding small lot ordinances; spoke
spoke on density; parking; deviations; variations; homeownership opportunities; and
expressed support for the Ordinance. (01:55:14)
Chris Kerstner, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding living space and backyards; and HOA fees.
(01:58:35)
Victor Cao, BIA, spoke in support of the small lot Ordinance. (02:00:35)
Mary Godwin, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:03:50)
Emily McKenzie, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:07:30)
Peter Zehnder, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (02:'12:05)
Margaret Mooney, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:13:40)
Jennifer Robbins, Costa Mesa, spoke to an issue at her residence and expressed concerns
regarding building, health and safety violations. (02:16:00)
Anna Vrska, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:20:05)
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Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:23:22)
Chad Brown, Irvine, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (02:26:30)
Chris McEvoy, Costa Mesa, spoke in opposition of the Ordinance. (02:29:05)
Matt Hamilton, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (02:31:15)
Bryan Coggins, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the Ordinance. (02:32.35)
Discussion ensued on driveway width and a housing needs assessment. (02:34:40)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Righeimer/Council Member Monahan (02:37:20)
Mayor Righeimer expressed concern with tandem parking in garages. (02:37:24)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke on homeownership opportunities and parking. (02:41:28)
Council Member Genis spoke on the reduction of open space; windows; distance between
buildings; opposed to the 10 foot setbacks, spoke on tandem parking; the 5 foot
encroachment; an environmental determination; and CEQA training for staff. (02:43:23)
Council Member Leece expressed concern with traffic noise; overcrowding; reducing open
space; and does not support the item. (02:47:11)
MOTION: To approve as recommended, with one change regarding no tandem parking.
(02:50:20)
MOVEDISECOND: Council Member Righeimer/Council Member Monahan
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: Council Member Genis and Council Member Leece
Absent: None
Motion carried. 3-2
ACTION:
City Council approved and gave first reading of Ordinance No. 14-04, to be read by title only
and waived further reading, adding new regulations for small lot subdivisions in multiple
family residential zones and urban plan areas and no tandem parking.
Break- 9:05-9:18 p.m.
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2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE PLANNING DIVISION'S ZONING APPROVAL OF
BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION (BC13-00844) FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONS
TO THE FIRST AND SECOND STORY OF AN EXISTING TWO-STORY RESIDENCE
(03:01:44)
Staff report provided by Antonio Gardea, Senior Planner. (03:02:35)
Michael York, attorney representing the two Appellants, indicated that he submitted a letter;
spoke on the impact of the second story addition and extension on the subject property.
(03:10:00)
George Youssef, Costa Mesa, requested denial of the proposed application. (03:15:15)
Marcia Young, Costa Mesa, spoke on the impacts the proposed additions will have on her
privacy and light. (03:21:40)
Discussion ensued on the existing deck; square footage; and open space ratio. (03:24:49)
Craig Holiday, applicant, spoke on his intent of expanding and improving his house; spoke
on the tree removal; zero lot line regulations; and demonstrated photographs of impacts to
his neighbors. (03:26:47)
Michael York, Attorney representing two Appellants, spoke on the impacts of privacy, light,
air and view to Ms. Young's property. (03:37:09)
Discussion ensued on adding a tree as a condition; approval from the HOA and
architectural review board; and mitigating the loss of light. (03:38:52)
MOTION: To uphold the Planning Division's zoning approval with the condition of adding a
tree or screening. (03:46:10)
MOVEDISECOND: Council Member MonahanlMayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Discussion ensued on the lot size; open space; and the zero lot line. (03:46:40)
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved Resolution No. 14-13, to be read by title only and waived further
reading, upholding the Planning Commission's decision to affirm the Planning Divisions
zoning approval to allow construction of first and second story additions to an existing two-
story residence subject to conditions of approval.
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3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, TO UPHOLD THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S ACTION AND TO
APPROVE PLANNING APPLICATION MASTER PLAN PA -13-21, AND TENTATIVE
TRACT MAP 17658 FOR DEVELOPMENT OF 36 -UNIT LIVEIWORK AND RESIDENTIAL
PROJECT AT 2023, 2025 AND 2027 PLACENTIA AVENUE (03:48:35)
Staff presentation provided by Minoo Ashabi, Principal Planner. (03:49:08)
Discussion ensued on the visibility clearance; the use of the building; existing traffic; and
structures at the westerly edge of the site. (03:58:35)
Council Member Genis inquired on placing a condition of a no roof deck; and inquired on
vapor soil studies. (04:01:20)
Principal Planner Ashabi stated that the building is not designed for roof decks. (04:01:49)
Kim Prijatel, City Ventures, spoke on soil vapors and a health risk assessment. (04:03:16)
Council Member Genis inquired on how to protect the neighbors from toxic materials in the
soil. (04:03:56)
Kim Prijatel, City Ventures, indicated that the Department of Health ensures they follow
standards; indicated that they work with AQMD and that a full abatement is done prior to
demolition. (04:05:15)
Council Member Genis inquired on the provision of park fees; and inquired if the City is
actively seeking any sites. (04:05:34)
Public Services Director Munoz indicated that park needs and possible open spaces is part
of the Open Space Master Plan update. (04:06:41)
Council Member Genis asked if an environmental analysis was done for a structure of over
30 feet. (04:07:15)
Principal Planner Minoo indicated that with the revised plan there are no impacts to the
residential properties. (04:08:05)
Stephanie Leiter, Appellant Representative, indicated that the owners object to this site
plan; spoke on the shared driveway by easement; trip generation; zoning approval
impacting her clients property rights; access in and out to Placentia; reconfiguring the site in
a different way; and urged not to approve the plan. (04:09:00)
Kim Prijatel, City Ventures, displayed an aerial photo of the site, existing site conditions, and
surrounding uses; spoke on traffic, community outreach meetings, plan revisions and the
current site plan. (04:18:23)
Discussion ensued regarding parking spaces; easements; square footage; open space; and
garages. (04:27:20)
Tamar Goldmann, spoke on the size of the work space; noise; and density. (04:34.14)
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Discussion regarding deviations. (04:37:15)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger (04;40:40)
Mayor Righeimer stated he is in favor of the newly proposed plan. (04:41:35)
Discussion regarding the driveway approach. (04:41:50)
Stephanie Leiter, Appellant Representative, indicated that her client's preference is the
original plan. (04:43:10)
Council Member Genis stated she will not support the motion; spoke on setbacks;
workspace; and ratio of open to enclosed parking. (04:45:00)
Council Member Leece expressed concern on the joint use of the road; and indicated that
she will not support the motion. (04:46:15)
Mayor Righeimer spoke on parking standards; vehicles backing out; and the easement.
(04:46:45)
Council Member Leece spoke on the deviations. (04:49:25)
Mayor Righeimer expressed support with the revised plan. (04:50:00)
MOVED/SECOND- Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: Council Member Genis and Council Member Leece
Absent: None
Motion carried: 3-2
(04:50:52)
ACTION:
City Council approved Resolution No. 14-14, to be read by title only and waived further
reading, upholding the Planning Commission's decision to approve the proposed project,
described below:
The proposed project involves development of 30 three-story live/work units and six two-
story residential units at 2023, 2025, and 2027 Placentia Avenue. The project proposal
includes the following:
1. Adoption of an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration; and
2. Planning Application PA -13-21 — Urban Master Plan for development of a 36 -unit
live/work and residential project on two industrial zoned parcels within the Mesa West
Bluffs Urban Plan Area. The project includes the following deviations:
• Deviation from live/work standards to allow six residential units with no workspace;
and
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• Deviation from the minimum work space requirement for 24 units (250 SF required,
118 SF proposed for 24 units); and
• Deviation from rear setback requirement abutting residential zone (20 feet required,
10 feet proposed for first floor); and
3. Tentative Tract Map 17658 — Subdivision of a 1.88 -acre property for condominium
purposes to allow private sale and ownership of the 36 live/work and residential units.
OLD BUSINESS (04:50:56)
1, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 11-15 TO CHAPTER 1 (GENERAL) OF TITLE 11
(OFFENSES -MISCELLANEOUS) OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE,
RELATING TO REWARDS FOR INFORMATION LEADING TO THE ARREST AND
CONVICTION OF PERSONS VANDALIZING CITY PROPERTY (04:50:57)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger (04:51:40)
Council Member Leece spoke on an inquiry made by a resident regarding incorporation of
private property into the Ordinance; and asked to post information on crime stoppers on
the website. (04:51:50)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger inquired on the steps to incorporate the language of private
property in the Ordinance. (04:53:13)
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: To add Public Property. (04:55:32)
MOVED: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Motion died for a lack of a second
ORIGINAL MOTION: For second reading of Ordinance (04:55:40)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved and gave second reading of Ordinance No. 14-02, to be read by
title only and waived further reading, relating to rewards for information leading to the
arrest and conviction of persons vandalizing City property.
Mayor Righeimer requested a private property Ordinance. (04:55:56)
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1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, REPEALING CHAPTER XIII TO TITLE 11 OF THE COSTA MESA
MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO SEX OFFENDERS PROHIBITED FROM CITY
PARKS AND SPORTS FACILITIES (04:56:17)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
City Council approved and gave second reading of Ordinance No. 14-03, to be read by
title only and waived further reading, which repeals Chapter Xlll to Title 11 of the Costa
Mesa Municipal Code relating to Sex Offenders Prohibited from City Parks and Sports
Facilities.
NEW BUSINESS - NONE
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR (04:56:35)
6. COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS FOR THE BICYCLE CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM PROJECTS (04:56:45)
Council Member Genis inquired on an archeological monitor for work at Fairview Park;
and spoke on the drainage for vernal pools. (04:56:44)
Council Member Leece inquired on the location and operation of the Placentia Avenue
signal. (04:57:20)
Public Services Director Munoz spoke on the purpose of the signal; visibility of the signal
and safety. (04:58:00)
Cindy Black, Costa Mesa, spoke on the bicycle path; the vernal pools; parking; and
removal of vegetation. (04:59:30)
Director of Public Services Muhoz spoke on the bicycle trail; and the water shed.
(05:00:00)
Council Member Leece inquired if in compliance with the Master Plan. (05:02:00)
Director of Public Services Munoz responded yes. (05:02:10)
Council Member Genis spoke on the water puddles on the trail; and consulting with Fish
and Wildlife. (05:02:15)
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MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger (05:03:25)
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
1, City Council approved Cooperative Agreements between the City of Costa Mesa and
the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for four (4) Bicycle Corridor
Improvement (BCI) Program projects; and
2. Authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the above agreements.
7. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN OF THE CITYWIDE
SCHOOL ZONE TRAFFIC CALMING PROJECT (05:03:48)
Council Member Genis asked if the Master Pian will include more schools; and spoke on
Wilson Elementary not being included. (05:03:50)
Director of Public Services Munoz spoke on grant application eligibility for improvements;
and indicated that many improvements will affect Wilson Elementary. (05:04:04)
Council Member Leece inquired on including Wilson Elementary. (05.05:30)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Leece/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger (05:05:50)
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor
Pro Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
ACTION:
1. City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement to KOA Corporation, 2141
W. Orangewood Avenue, Suite A, Orange, CA 92868, in the amount of $63,500; and
2. Authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Professional Services
Agreement.
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8. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE EVENT ROUTE AND STREET CLOSURES FOR
THE 2014 ORANGE COUNTY MARATHON 050602)
Mayor Righeimer recused himself as he indicated that he sold the organization furniture.
(05:06:10)
Discussion ensued on donations to City programs. (05:06:30)
Director of Public Services Munoz indicated that the marathon does contribute funding to
charities and schools; and the applicant will be fully reimbursing the City. (05:07:55)
Council Member Leece spoke on advertising for the event. (05:08:52)
Director of Public Services Munoz spoke on community outreach; and written notifications
to those impacted. (05:09:12)
Council Member Leece inquired if the money is going to Costa Mesa organizations.
(05:11:28)
Gary Kutcher, OC Marathon Director, spoke on fees associated with this event;
scholarships to Costa Mesa students; hotels being reserved for the event; and keeping
impacts to a minimum. (05:12:00)
MOVED/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Council Member Genis
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes. Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, and
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
Nays: None
Recused: Mayor Righeimer
Motion carried: 4-0-1
ACTION:
City Council adopted Resolution No. 14-12, to read by title only and waived further
reading, designating the event route for the 2014 Orange County (OC) Marathon and
approved the temporary street closures for May 4, 2014, as requested for the 2014 OC
Marathon.
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS — (05:15:30)
Cindy Black, Costa Mesa, spoke on the grant announcement for the 19th street bike path; and on
the Talbert Park bike path. (05:15:53)
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS ON CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS - NONE
REPORT — CITY ATTORNEY - NONE
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ADJOURNMENT - The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 11:34 p.m.
MAYOR
CITY CLERK
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION MEETING
MAY 13, 2014
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor at 4:36 p.m. in Council Chambers at Costa Mesa
City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California.
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Mayor Righeimer, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, Council Member
Leece, and Council Member Genis
Council Members Absent: Council Member Monahan
Officials Present: CEO Thomas Hatch, Assistant CEO Rick Francis, Assistant CEO Tamara
Letourneau, City Attorney Thomas Duarte, Economic and Development Services Director Gary
Armstrong, Public Services Director Ernesto Munoz, and City Clerk Brenda Green.
PUBLIC COMMENT (00:01°23)
Harold Weitzberg, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding dialogue. (00:01:23)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke on starting the meeting at a later time. (00:02:35)
Tom Pollitt, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding no increase to expenses. (00:04.30)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, spoke on the Capital Improvement Budget and safety budget.
(00:05:13)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, spoke on the senior center budget; drought conditions; and the
community center, library funding. (00:06:22)
STAFF REPORT
1, FISCAL YEAR 2014-2015 PRELIMINARY OPERATING AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
BUDGET
CEO Hatch provided an overview of the budget. (00:08:45)
Presentation by Stephen Dunivent, Interim Finance Director. (00:17:40)
Discussion regarding fund balance and reserves. (00:48:34)
Discussion regarding legal fees and consulting fees. (00:54:53)
Discussion regarding budget priorities and reserves. (00:58:30)
Discussion regarding the police department budget and staffing levels. (01:06:00)
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Discussion regarding fire station repairs, fire department staffing levels, and retirements
costs. (01:15:15)
Presentation by CEO Hatch on the Capital Improvement Program. (01:26:30)
Discussion regarding the tree planting program; lighting at Fairview Park and the Balearic
Center. (01:46:40)
Discussion regarding signage and branding. (01:55:28)
Harold Weitzberg, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding the police and fire staffing levels.
(01:59:16)
Mayor Righeimer spoke regarding the police and fire staffing levels; reserves, the tree
planting program; and alleys. (02:00:50)
Council Member Leece spoke regarding the library and police staffing levels. (02:07:15)
Council Member Genis spoke regarding fire station repairs and animal shelter services.
(02:10:53)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke regarding the library. (02:13:00)
CEO Hatch spoke regarding financing the library and fire station improvements. (02.15:00)
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 6.52 p.m.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COSTA MESA CITY COUNCIL,
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, AND SPECIAL JOINT
HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING
MAY 20, 2014
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by the Mayor at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Costa
Mesa City Hall, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California.
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: Mayor Righeimer (arrived at 4:45 p.m.), Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger,
Council Member Leece, Council Member Genis (arrived at 4:45 p.m.)
and Council Member Monahan
Council Members Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - NONE
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed into closed session at 4:35 p.m. to consider the following items:
1. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator, Agency
Negotiator regarding Employee Organization: Costa Mesa Police Officers Association
(CMPOA), pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6.
2. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator, Agency
Negotiator regarding Employee Organization: Costa Mesa City Employee Association
(CMCEA), pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6.
3. Conference with Thomas R. Hatch, Chief Executive Officer, and Labor Negotiator, Agency
Negotiator regarding Employee Organization: Costa Mesa Fire Fighters Association (CMFA),
and Costa Mesa Fire Fighters Management Association, pursuant to California Government
Code Section 54957.6.
4. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: City of Costa Mesa, et al v.
Michael Cohen, et al, Sacramento County Superior Court, Case No. 34-2013-80001675,
pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a).
Mayor Righeimer and Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger recused themselves from Closed Session
item number 1 due to a possible conflict.
The City Council reconvened at 6:04 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER (00:00:14)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE (00:00:36) — Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
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MOMENT OF SOLEMN EXPRESSION (00:00:57)
Doug Jacks, Palm Harvest Church
ROLL CALL (00:01:26)
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, Assistant Chief Executive Officer/Administrative
Services Director Tamara Letourneau, Economic and Development Services Director Gary
Armstrong, Transportation Services Manager Raja Sethuraman, and City Clerk Brenda Green,
CITY ATTORNEY CLOSED SESSION REPORT (00:01:45) - NONE
• COIN: Ex Parte Communications pursuant to Municipal Code Section 2-238 (b) - None
ANNOUNCEMENTS (00:01:50)
"Costa Mesa Minute" was played featuring upcoming events and activities in the community.
PRESENTATION (00:00:00) - NONE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (00:04:52)
Harold Weitzberg, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding a new development project on Victoria.
(00:05:00)
Mary Ann Dunham, Costa Mesa, spoke on the Relay for Life event. (00:08.08)
Charles Mooney, Costa Mesa, spoke on the Library and Community Center. (00:10:00)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding the budget meeting; development in the airport
area; and use of the substation for the American Legion Post. (00:11:26)
Al Melone, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding animal control services; and the dog park. (00:14:38)
Chuck Perry, Costa Mesa, thanked Council on road repairs; Dan Joyce; the Community Center
and Library; and Estancia's High School class reunion. (00:17:42)
Laurene Keane, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding the 60th Anniversary; crime statistics; and
displacement of apartment tenants. (00:19:47)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke on public safety and police patrols; and the Charter.
(00:22:10)
Chris McEvoy, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding a political flyer; high density units; and traffic.
(00.25:12)
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Teresa Drain, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding the 60th Anniversary event. (00:28:10)
COUNCIL MEMBER' REPORTS, COMMENTS, AND SUGGESTIONS (00:29:12)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger - spoke on the library; election year comments; and the police
helicopter and patrols. (00:29:12)
Council Member Genis — spoke on the scholars who were recognized by the Chamber of
Commerce; the Library Foundation event; the Harbor Lawn Memorial Day Ceremony; airport
expansion and compatibility; animal control issues; and the fire at Talbert Park. (00:32:35)
Council Member Leece — spoke on the Library Foundation event; library improvements; the dog
park; the Senior Center; the American Legion; congratulated Christian Hernandez; addressed
public comments; spoke on the enforcement of commercial vehicles parking in residential areas;
and attorney fees. (00.36:05)
Council Member Monahan — None. (00:45:29)
Mayor Righeimer — spoke on the ICSC Conference; the substation for the American Legion; the
Senior Center and the Library; airport expansion; and spoke on police patrols and hiring of
police officers. (00:45:31)
REPORT- CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) (00:53:58)
CEO Thomas Hatch spoke on the American Legion Post awards to police and fire; the Charter;
the dog park; the library; and Fire Department staffing levels.
CONSENT CALENDAR (00:55:52)
MOTION: Approve recommended actions for Consent Calendar Items Nos, 1-6.
MOVED/SECOND. Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro
Tem Mensinger, and Mayor Righeimer.
Nays: None
Absent: None
Motion carried: 5-0
1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: MOTION TO APPROVE THE READING BY TITLE ONLY OF
ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. SAID ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
THAT APPEAR ON THE PUBLIC AGENDA SHALL BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND
FURTHER READING WAIVED
ACTION:
City Council waived reading in full of Ordinances and Resolutions and approval and
adoption of same by reading title only.
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2. READING FOLDER
a. Claims received by the City Clerk: Jorge Urbano-Miguel; Yolanda Arroyo; Dillion
Giedt; Ronald Campbell; Leonard Tovar; and Brenda Hale.
ACTION: Received and filed.
3. WARRANT RESOLUTION 2515: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS, INCLUDING PAYROLL REGISTER NOS. 14-09 "A", 14-10, AND
SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID, funding
Payroll No. 14-09 "A" for $1,997.16, Payroll No. 14-10 for $2,097,288.29, and City
operating expenses for $2,170,529.84.
ACTION: Approved Warrant Resolution No. 2515, to be read by title only and further
reading waived.
4. A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA
AND THE COSTA MESA HOUSING AUTHORITY ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE
HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-2015
ACTION:
City Council and Housing Authority adopted Resolution No. 14-29, to be read by title only
and waived further reading, approving the Housing Authority Budget for Housing and
Community Development (HCD) expenses for FY 14-15.
5. RESOLUTIONS RELATING TO THE CALLING OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 4, 2014
ACTION:
1. City Council Adopted Resolution No. 14-26, to be read by title only and waived further
reading, calling and giving notice to conduct a General Municipal Election on November
4, 2014 for the election of two members to the City Council; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 14-27, to be read by title only and waived further reading,
requesting the Orange County Board of Supervisors to consolidate the General
Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election and to issue instruction to the
Orange County Registrar of Voters Elections Department to provide specific services in
the conduct of the consolidated election; and
3. Adopted Resolution No. 14-28, to be read by title only and waived further reading,
adopting regulations pertaining to Candidates Statements.
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6. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND
ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE FIRE STATION #4 (PLACENTIA)
RENNOVATION/ADDITION PROJECT
ACTION:
1. City Council awarded a Professional Services Agreement to IDS Group for
architectural and engineering services for the extension of the apparatus bay and the
addition of a vehicle storage building at fire station 4 in the amount of $57,820; and
2. Authorized an additional contingency appropriation of $14,000 for services which may
include AutoCAD conversion of as -built pians, geotechnical investigation, and pre -
construction destructive testing; and
3. Authorized the Mayor to execute the Professional Services Agreement.
Consensus: Public Hearing Item 1 moved to after New Business.
OLD BUSINESS — (00:57:00)
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, GRANTING APPROVAL TO ADOPT REZONE R-13-02 FOR A REZONE
(OR CHANGE) OF THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF THE 4.17 -ACRE
DEVELOPMENT SITE FOR THE 125 EAST BAKER APARTMENT PROJECT FROM
COMMERCIAL LIMITED (CL) TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT RESIDENTIAL -- HIGH
DENSITY (PDR.HD) AT 125 EAST BAKER STREET (00:57:10)
Public Comments:
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding the neighborhood manufacturing business.
(00:57:49)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke in support of the manufacturing business.
(01:01:10)
Council Member Leece expressed concerns on traffic and density. (01:02:52)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger,
and Mayor Righeimer.
Nays: Council Member Leece
Absent: None
Motion carried: 4-1
ACTION:
City Council adopted Ordinance No. 14-05, to be read by title only and waived further
reading.
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2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING
APPROVAL TO ADOPT ZONING CODE AMENDMENT CO -13-02 TO AMEND COSTA
MESA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 13 FOR A SITE-SPECIFIC DENSITY OF 58
DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE FOR THE 125 EAST BAKER APARTMENT PROJECT.
THE AMENDMENT IS PROPOSED TO THE FOLLOWING CODE SECTION IN TITLE
13 OF THE COSTA MESA MUNICIPAL CODE: TABLE 13-58 (PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS) TO ALLOW A SITE-SPECIFIC DENSITY OF 58
DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE FOR THIS PROJECT AT 125 EAST BAKER STREET
(01:03:44)
Public Comments:
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke on the General Pian process. (01:04:35)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke on density and affordable housing. (01:05:40)
Kathy Esfahani, Costa Mesa, spoke on affordable housing. (01:07:25)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger read into the record a letter received from Todd Perkins in
support of the project. (01:16:20)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger and
Mayor Righeimer.
Nays: Council Member Leece
Absent. None
Motion carried: 4-1
ACTION:
City Council adopted Ordinance No. 14-06, to be read by title only and waived further
reading.
NEW BUSINESS — (01:17:04)
1. GENERAL PLAN SCREENING GPS -14-02 FOR PROPOSED 236 -UNIT RESIDENTIAL
APARTMENT PROJECT AT 2277 HARBOR BOULEVARD (01:17:10)
Public Comments:
Donald Lamm, Applicant, spoke on the project. (01:28:12)
Harold Weitzberg, Costa Mesa, spoke on affordable housing. (01:46:00)
Beth Refakes, Costa Mesa, spoke regarding low income housing. (01:49:00)
Dianne Russell, Costa Mesa, spoke on affordable housing. (01:51:45)
Cynthia McDonald, Costa Mesa, spoke on density and park fees. (01:55:10)
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Margaret Mooney, Costa Mesa, spoke on affordable housing. (01:58:20)
Mick Meldrum, Vice President, 1C1 Development Co., spoke in support of the project.
(01:59:20)
Kathy Esfahan!, Affordable Housing Coalition, spoke regarding affordable housing.
(02:01:10)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, spoke on affordable housing and the height of the project.
(02:04:15)
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke on affordable housing. (02:07:30)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke on density and the height of the project. (02:09:14)
Council Member Leece spoke on affordable housing. (02:12:35)
Council Member Genis spoke on traffic concerns; calls for service; high density and
economic impacts. (02:16:30)
Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger spoke regarding poor living conditions at the motel and
affordable housing. (02:20:20)
Mayor Righeimer spoke on police issues at the motel; affordable housing; and the forty
units per acre ratio. (02:27:00)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Monahan/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Leece, Council Member Monahan, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger,
and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: Council Member Genis
Absent: None
Motion carried: 4-1
ACTION:
City Council accepted the General Plan amendment request for processing to amend the
land use designation from General Commercial to Planned Development Residential
related to development of a 236 -unit apartment complex project.
2. RENEWAL OF E USER AGREEMENT 1A-(RTH HARBOR SOARING SOCIET—
ITEM REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA
The City Council recessed for a break at 8:42 p.m.
The City Council reconvened the meeting at 8:52 p.m.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS — 7:00 p.m. (Resolution No. 05-55)- (02:48:42)
1. APPEAL OF THE REVOCATION OF PLANNING APPLICATION PA -99-09 — A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ALLOWING EXTENDED OCCUPANCY ROOMS AT THE
SANDPIPER MOTEL LOCATED AT 1967 & 1977 NEWPORT BOULEVARD (02:48:50)
Council Member Monahan recused himself as lives within 500 feet of the motel, and left the
Council Chambers. (02:38:00)
City Clerk Brenda Green swore in Senior Planner Mel Lee and Code Enforcement Officer
Jonathan Neal. (02:50:59)
Report by City Prosecutor Palmer and Code Enforcement Officer Neal. (02:51:50)
Allan Calomino, Attorney representing Appellant Mike Lin, spoke. (03:58:14)
City Clerk Green swore in Appellant Mike Lin. (04:17:38)
Allan Calomino spoke and asked a series of questions to Code Enforcement Officer Neal
and Mr. Neal responded. (04:18:35)
Mike Lin, Appellant, spoke. (04:33:06)
Allan Calomino, spoke. (04:35:40)
Discussion ensued. (04:41:00)
Alan Calamino spoke and asked a series of questions to Code Enforcement Officer Neal
and Mr. Neal responded. (05:00:00)
Discussion continued. (05:07:47)
The City Council recessed for a break at 11:38 p.m. (05:33:29)
The City Council reconvened the meeting at 11:46 p.m. (05:41:48)
Public Comments:
Jean Forboth, Costa Mesa, spoke. (05:42:29)
Bob Washer, Costa Mesa, spoke. (05:44:00)
Morgan Lin, Costa Mesa, spoke. (05:47:25)
Cindy Black, Costa Mesa, spoke. (05:50:40)
Christine Nolf, Affordable Housing Coalition, spoke. (05:51:45)
Richard Pleasant, Costa Mesa, spoke. (05:53:50)
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Kathy Esfahani, Costa Mesa, spoke. (05:57:18)
Robin Leffler, Costa Mesa, spoke. (06.00:22)
MOTION: To continue the meeting past midnight. (06:03:20)
MOTION/SECOND: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger/Council Member L•eece
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Genis, Council Member Leece, Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger, and
Mayor Righeimer
Nays: None
Absent: None
Recused: Council Member Monahan
Motion carried: 4-0
Tamar Goldmann, Costa Mesa, spoke. (06:03:40)
Jay Humphrey, Costa Mesa, spoke. (06:05:35)
Greg Ridge, Costa Mesa, spoke. (06:08:40)
Discussion ensued. (06:12:15)
MOTION/SECOND: Council Member Leece/Council Member Genis (06:16.10)
MOTION:
Conclude that there are insufficient findings that the Sandpiper Motel has been operated in
violation of the conditions of approval of Conditional Use Permit PA -99-09 or as a public
nuisance. The existing conditions of approval regulating the motel would remain as
originally approved
The motion failed by the following roll call vote: (06:27:50)
Ayes: Council Member Genis and Council Member Leece
Nays: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger and Mayor Righeimer
Absent: None
Recused: Council Member Monahan
Motion failed: 2-2
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MOTION/SECOND: Mayor Righeimer/Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger (06:28:20)
MOTION:
Uphold the Planning Commission's determination that the Sandpiper Motel has been
operated in violation of the conditions of approval in Conditional Use Permit PA -99-09
and/or as a public nuisance, such that revocation of the CUP is justified; and revoke, or in
lieu of revocation, amend the conditions of the CUP,
The motion failed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Mensinger and Mayor Righeimer
Nays: Council Member Genis and Council Member Leece
Absent: None
Recused: Council Member Monahan
Motion failed: 2-2
City Attorney stated that the Planning Commission decision stands and there is no action by the
Council. (06:28:50)
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR - NONE
CONTINUTED PUBLIC COMMENTS (00:00:00)
Phillip Marx, Costa Mesa, spoke on radiation poisoning. (06:29:25)
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS ON CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS - NONE
REPORT — CITY ATTORNEY - NONE
ADJOURNMENT- To next regular meeting on June 3, 2014.
The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 12:37 p.m.
MAYOR
CITY CLERK
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