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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 2016-06-27Seal Beach, California June 27, 2016 Mayor Massa-Lavitt called the meeting of the Seal Beach City Council to order at 5:32 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Massa-Lavitt Council Members: Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller Absent: None City Staff: Craig A. Steele, City Attorney Jill R. Ingram, City Manager Patrick Gallegos, Assistant City Manager Victoria L. Beatley, Director of Finance/City Treasurer Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Massa-Lavitt opened oral communications: Speakers: None. There being no further requests to speak, Mayor Massa-Lavitt closed oral communications. CLOSED SESSION A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Government Code §54957.6 City Negotiator(s): City Manager / Assistant City Manager Employee Organization(s): Mid -Management & Confidential (Unrepresented) Orange County Employees Association (OCEA) Department Head Contracts Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association (SBSPA) (Revised 6/24/2016) B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL, Initiation of Litigation Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) One (1) case - The facts at issue involve a disagreement between the City and Consolidated Disposal over the payment of certain fees pursuant to a contract. A. ADJOURNMENT It was the order of the Mayor, with consent of the Council, to adjourn the meeti 6:48 p.m. ,-\ _—, , Approved: /A�� nd a vitt, Mayor Attest: Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk Robin L. Roberts, City WR City of Seal Beach Page 2 — City Council 6/27/2016 Seal Beach, California June 27, 2016 The City Council met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Council Member Deaton led the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Massa-Lavitt Council Members: Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller Absent: None City Staff: Craig A. Steele, City Attorney Jill R. Ingram, City Manager Patrick Gallegos, Assistant City Manager Chief Joe Stilinovich, Seal Beach Police Department Chief Joe Bailey, Marine Safety/Lifeguard Victoria L. Beatley, Director of Finance/City Treasurer Jim Basham, Director of Community Development/Community Services/Interim Director of Public Works Michael Ho, Deputy Director of Public Works Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk APPROVAL OF AGENDA & WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES Mayor Massa-Lavitt stated that the City of Seal Beach was notified that Assembly Member Tom Daly introduced changes to AB 1217 last Friday after the posting of the City Council Agenda. She stated that if passed this bill could severely impact the governance structure of the Orange County Fire Authority Board and impact City of Seal Beach representation. Mayor Massa-Lavitt then indicated that the hearing is scheduled for next Wednesday with the Senate Committee on Governance and Finance. She stated that because of this the City needs to take action to authorize the City Manager to contract with the City's lobbyist, Khouri Consulting. Mayor Massa-Lavitt further stated that for the City Council to take action on this matter it would need to determine that the matter arose after the posting on the agenda, that immediate action is needed and the motion requires a four-fifths vote of the City Council. Sloan moved, second Miller, to add New Business Item BB. Khouri Consulting Agreement (AB 1217). AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None Motion carried Council Member Miller requested that Item I, K, M, Q, T and U be pulled from the Consent Calendar. PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS Southern California Edison Rate Study Local Emergency — Pier Fire Incident Update Run Seal Beach - Grants & Awards ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Massa-Lavitt opened oral communications. Speakers: Carla Watson spoke in support of the building height limits on Main Street, opposition of the proposed LA Fitness project and concern regarding the cutting of trees at Gum Grove Park. Mike Buhbe and Bill Ayres spoke in support of limiting the building height to 25 feet in Old Town. Thomas Cripps spoke in opposition of the LA Fitness Project. Patty Campbell commented on the LA Fitness project. Jenna Lally asked that the Almond Soundwall not be relocated. Rhonde Winkler spoke regarding the potential solutions regarding the LA Page 3 - City Council 6/27/16 Fitness parking situation. Tom Moore spoke regarding the increased homelessness in the community. Schelly Sustarsic spoke regarding the 1-405 CEQA challenge and the building height limit on Main Street. Barbara Wright thanked the City for the recent cleaning of Gum Grove Park. Joyce Parque spoke regarding several City concerns including the Sunset Aquatic Park. Wendi Rothman spoke in support of limiting the building height on Main Street and requested that the City not renew their lease agreement regarding the use of the Seal Beach Pier dock. Robert Goldberg spoke in support of limiting the building height to 25 feet for the Main Street Specific Plan, thanked staff for the Urban Water Management Plan and inquired about the cost of the emergency item regarding Khouri Consulting. Having no further requests to speak Mayor Massa-Lavitt closed oral communications. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT City Attorney Craig Steele indicated that the City met in Closed Session regarding the matters as listed on the Agenda noting that there is no reportable action. CITY MANAGER REPORT City Manager Jill Ingram announced that today was the Opening Day for the Seal Beach Junior Lifeguard Program and introduced Marine Safety/Lifeguard Chief Joe Bailey who provided an update. COUNCIL COMMENTS Mayor Pro Tem Varipapa commented on the successful opening day for the Junior Lifeguard Program which his daughter is attending. Council Member Deaton thanked staff for working so quickly to both clean and open the Pier. She then announced that the Summer Concerts in the Park begin Wednesday July 6m Mayor Massa-Lavitt noted that the appeal deadline for the Planning Commission's decision regarding the LA Fitness project is nearing and any questions should be directed to staff. COUNCIL ITEMS There were no Council Items. CONSENT CALENDAR Deaton moved, second by Varipapa, to approve the recommended actions on the Consent Calendar, except for removed Items I, K, M, Q, T and U pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration by Council Member Miller. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None Motion carried A. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting May 23, 2016 — Approve by minute order. B. Minutes of the City Council Special Study Session of June 2, 2016 — Approve by minute order. C. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of June 13, 2016 — Approve by minute order. D. Demands on City Treasury — June 13, 2016 — Ratification. E. Demands on City Treasury — June 27, 2016 — Ratification. F. Monthly Investment Report — May 2016 — Receive and file. Page 4 — City Council 6/27/2016 G. Call for Election — November 8, 2016 - Adopt Ordinance No. 1656 calling and giving notice of the holding of a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday November 8, 2016; approve Resolution No. 6650 requesting that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Orange to consolidate the City's General Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election to be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2016; approve Resolution No. 6651 adopting regulations for Candidate's Statements submitted to the voters; and approve Resolution No. 6652 providing for the conduct of a Municipal Run-off Election in the event no candidate receives 50% plus 1 votes to be held on Tuesday, January 31, 2017 — all mailed ballot election will be conducted (Martin & Chapman Co.). H. Award an Agreement for Cash Management Service — Award an Agreement for Cash Management Services to Bank of the West, adopt Resolution No. 6653 approving the authorization and agreement for Cash Management Services between the City and Bank of the West and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement and related documents, and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all bank documents and agreements consistent with and necessary to implement the contract. (Pulled for separate consideration by Council Member Miller) I. Legislative Advocacy: House Resolution 3643 - Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute Resolution No. 6654 in support of House Resolution (H.R.) 3643, the Interim Consolidated Storage Act of 2015. J. City of Seal Beach Strategic Plan — Six Month Strategic Objectives Update — Receive and file the City of Seal Beach Six -Month Strategic Objectives update. (Pulled for separate consideration by Council Member Miller) K. Hourly Wages for Part -Time, Seasonal, and Temporary Employees — Adopt Resolution No. 6655 establishing hourly wages for part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees, and repealing on the effective date specified, all resolutions in conflict therewith. L. School Resource Officer Reimbursement Agreement - Adopt Resolution No. 6656 approving the School Resource Officer Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Los Alamitos and the City of Seal Beach. (Pulled for separate consideration by Council Member Miller) M. 2015/16 EI Nino Storm Final Budget Amendment — EM1601 - Approve Resolution No. 6657 Approving Budget Amendment 16-12-01 to allocate $356,700 for the Project from General Fund Reserves (includes a transfer to Tidelands of $ 174,300). N. Adopt Urban Water Management Plan - Approve Resolution No. 6658 Adopting the 2015 Urban Water Management Plan. O. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Construction Contract with Doug Martin Contracting Co., Inc. for the 2016 Annual Slurry Seal Project CIP No. ST1601 — Adopt Resolution No. 6659 awarding a construction contract to Doug Martin Contracting Co., Inc. in the amount of $104,807.20, authorize the City Manager to approve contract changes not to exceed $5,000, and authorize the City Manager to approve payments for inspections not to exceed $5,000. P. Emergency Water Line Repairs on Lampson Avenue CIP No WT1608— Receive and file an update on the completion of the emergency water line repairs on Lampson Avenue, CIP No. WT1608. (Pulled for separate consideration by Council Member Miller) Q. 2016 Pavement Management Program Report — Approve Resolution No. 6660 adopting the 2016 Pavement Management Program (PMP) Report. Page 5 - City Council 6/27/16 R. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Construction Contract with Golden State Constructors for the 2016 Annual Concrete Repair Program Project CIP No. ST1604 — Adopt Resolution No. 6661 awarding a construction contract to Golden State Constructor in the amount of $67,993 and authorizing the City Manager to execute on behalf of the City, authorize the City Manager to approve contract change orders not to exceed a total of $3,500, authorize the City Manager to approve payments for inspection not to exceed $3,500 and authorize approval of a budget appropriation transfer from 2016 Annual Slurry Seal Project CIP No. ST1601 of State Gas Tax Funds in the amount of $25,000 to 2016 Annual Concrete Repair Program Project No. ST1604. S. There is no Item S. This matter was moved to New Business Item AA. (Pulled for separate consideration by Council Member Miller) T. Approve Submittal of FY 16/17 Measure M2 Eligibility Package and its Components - Approve by minute action the submittal of the City's Measure M2 Eligibility Packages and its components, which include; the 7 -year Measure M2 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2016/17 through 2022/23, a Maintenance of Effort Reporting Form and supporting documentation for the City of Seal Beach to OCTA, OCTA Measure M2 Eligibility Checklist and supporting documentation, a Pavement Management Plan update and supporting certification, and direct the City Engineer to file the adopted CIP and the Measure M2 Eligibility documents with OCTA in compliance with the requirements of OCTA. (Pulled for separate consideration by Council Member Miller) U. Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Affordable Additions to Make Emergency Repairs at Seal Beach Tennis Center; find that such Emergency Repairs are of Urgent Necessity to Preserve City Property and Dispense with Advertising and Bidding - Adopt Resolution No. 6662 finding that emergency repairs are urgently necessary to preserve public property, dispense with advertising and bidding and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Affordable Additions to make the emergency repairs at the Seal Beach Tennis Center locker rooms and workout facility. V. Alert OC Countywide Mass Notification System — Adopt Resolution No. 6663, approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Orange and the City of Seal Beach for the continued use of the "AlertOC" Countywide Mass Notification System. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR I. Legislative Advocacy: House Resolution 3643 - Approve and authorize the Mayor to execute Resolution No. 6654 in support of House Resolution (H.R.) 3643, the Interim Consolidated Storage Act of 2015. Assistant City Manager Patrick Gallegos summarized the information provided in the staff report noting that H.R. 3643 would allow movement of the spent nuclear fuel currently located at SONGS to an interim spent nuclear fuel storage facility until a permanent repository can be completed. The ad hoc group, Concerned Coastal Communities Coalition, was formed to ensure the passage of H.R. 3643 and have requested that the City of Seal Beach support this bill. Council Member Miller indicated that he opposed the item and indicated that there are many unanswered questions included how the nuclear waste would be transported. Mayor Massa-Lavitt and Council Member Deaton indicated that they support the item to begin the process of removing nuclear waste from the coastal community. Deaton moved, second by Varipapa, to approve and authorize the Mayor to execute Resolution No. 6654 in support of House Resolution (H.R.) 3643, the Interim Consolidated Storage Act of 2015. Page 6 — City Council 6/27/2016 AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan NOES: Miller ABSENT: None Motion carried K. Hourly Wages for Part -Time, Seasonal, and Temporary Employees — Adopt Resolution No. 6655 establishing hourly wages for part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees, and repealing on the effective date specified, all resolutions in conflict therewith. Assistant City Manager Patrick Gallegos summarized the information provided in the staff report noting that on January 1, 2016, California's minimum wage rose to $10.00 per hour and that in order to remain in compliance with the State of California's Minimum Wage Order, changes have been made to Part -Time pay grades and classifications and hourly rates will increase by 2% based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from April 2015 to April 2016. Council Member Miller stated that he does not agree with the classification regarding the part-time maintenance worker and that he felt that the classifications should include job descriptions. At the inquiry of Council Member Deaton, City Manager Ingram stated that review of job descriptions is part of the Class and Compensation Study which is currently being completed. Miller moved, second by Deaton, to approve Resolution No. 6655 establishing hourly wages for part-time, seasonal, and temporary employees, and repealing on the effective date specified, all resolutions in conflict therewith. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None Motion carried M. 2015/16 EI Nino Storm Final Budget Amendment — EM1601 - Approve Resolution No. 6657 Approving Budget Amendment 16-12-01 to allocate $356,700 for the Project from General Fund Reserves (includes a transfer to Tidelands of $ 174,300). Associate Engineer David Spitz summarized information provided in the staff report, including the preparation required for the anticipated EI Nino Storm events. Council Member Miller stated that this information should have come before the City Council in October 2015. Deaton moved, second by Varipapa, to approve Resolution No. 6657 Approving Budget Amendment 16-12-01 to allocate $356,700 for the Project from General Fund Reserves (includes a transfer to Tidelands of $ 174,300). AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan NOES: Miller ABSENT: None Motion carried Q. 2016 Pavement Management Program Report — Approve Resolution No. 6660 adopting the 2016 Pavement Management Program (PMP) Report. Associate Engineer David Spitz summarized information provided in the staff report. He then introduced Peter Bucknam of Bucknam Infrastructure Group who provided details of the Bi -Annual Pavement Management Program Report. Page 7 - City Council 6/27/16 At the inquiry of Council Member Miller, Associate Engineer David Spitz clarified the project scheduling process. Miller moved, second by Varipapa, to approve Resolution No. 6660 adopting the 2016 Pavement Management Program (PMP) Report. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None Motion carried T. Approve Submittal of FY 16/17 Measure M2 Eligibility Package and its Components - Approve by minute action the submittal of the City's Measure M2 Eligibility Packages and its components, which include; the 7 -year Measure M2 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2016/17 through 2022/23, a Maintenance of Effort Reporting Form and supporting documentation for the City of Seal Beach to OCTA, OCTA Measure M2 Eligibility Checklist and supporting documentation, a Pavement Management Plan update and supporting certification, and direct the City Engineer to file the adopted CIP and the Measure M2 Eligibility documents with OCTA in compliance with the requirements of OCTA. Council Member Miller expressed concerns regarding the Public Works Department. Miller moved, second by Varipapa, to approve Submittal of FY 16/17 Measure M2 Eligibility Package and its Components - Approve by minute action the submittal of the City's Measure M2 Eligibility Packages and its components, which include; the 7 -year Measure M2 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2016/17 through 2022/23, a Maintenance of Effort Reporting Form and supporting documentation for the City of Seal Beach to OCTA, OCTA Measure M2 Eligibility Checklist and supporting documentation, a Pavement Management Plan update and supporting certification, and direct the City Engineer to file the adopted CIP and the Measure M2 Eligibility "Off documents with OCTA in compliance with the requirements of OCTA. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None Motion carried U. Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Affordable Additions to Make Emergency Repairs at Seal Beach Tennis Center; find that such Emergency Repairs are of Urgent Necessity to Preserve City Property and Dispense with Advertising and Bidding - Adopt Resolution No. 6662 finding that emergency repairs are urgently necessary to preserve public property, dispense with advertising and bidding and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Affordable Additions to make the emergency repairs at the Seal Beach Tennis Center locker rooms and workout facility. Council Member Miller stated his opposition that he feels this project should go out for bidding pursuant to the Seal Beach City Charter. At the inquiry of Council, City Attorney Steele indicated that he has reviewed the project and staff report and agrees with staff's recommendation that there are emergency repairs necessary to preserve public property. He further noted that the subject property has been red tagged and in order to mitigate risk, emergency repairs should be made. Deaton moved, second by Varipapa, to approve Resolution No. 6662 finding that emergency repairs are urgently necessary to preserve public property, dispense with advertising and bidding and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Page 8 — City Council 6/27/2016 Affordable Additions to make the emergency repairs at the Seal Beach Tennis Center locker rooms and workout facility. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan NOES: Miller ABSENT: None Motion carried PUBLIC HEARING W. Conduct Public Hearing And Approve Cooperative Agreement and Preliminary Engineering Agreements With Orange County Transportation Authority And Freeway Agreement With Caltrans In Relation To The 1-405 Improvement Project - City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt Resolution No. 6664 approving Co -Operative (COOP) Agreement Number C-6-1126 between the City of Seal Beach and the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for the 1-405 Freeway Improvement Project; approving Preliminary Engineering Agreement Nos. UK100002 and UK100001 (PEA) between the City of Seal Beach and Orange County Transportation Authority for the 1-405 Freeway Improvement Project; approving Freeway Agreement between the City of Seal Beach and Caltrans for 1-405 Freeway; and authorizing the Mayor to execute each of the agreements. Deputy Director of Public Works Michael Ho provided a PowerPoint presentation and summarized information provided in the staff report. At the inquiry of Council Member Varipapa, City Attorney Steele clarified that Council Member Varipapa does not have a conflict with respect to voting on this item. Mayor Massa-Lavitt opened the public hearing. Speakers: None. There being no persons wishing to speak, Mayor Massa-Lavitt closed the public hearing. At the inquiry of Council, OCTA representative Jeff Mills clarified information regarding the contracts and project schedule. Miller moved, second by Sloan, to adopt Resolution No. 6664 approving Co -Operative (COOP) Agreement Number C-6-1126 between the City of Seal Beach and the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for the 1-405 Freeway Improvement Project; approving Preliminary Engineering Agreement Nos. UK100002 and UK100001 (PEA) between the City of Seal Beach and Orange County Transportation Authority for the 1- 405 Freeway Improvement Project; approving Freeway Agreement between the City of Seal Beach and Caltrans for 1-405 Freeway; and authorizing the Mayor to execute each of the agreements. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None Motion carried X. Adopt the Operating Budget and 5 -Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP); Approve the CIP Budget for FY 2016-2017; Set the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2016-2017; and Authorize Appropriations by Fund — City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt Resolution No. 6665 adopting the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Operating Budget and 5 -Year Capital Improvement Program; approving the Capital Improvement Program budget for Fiscal Year 2016/2017; setting the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2016-2017; and authorizing appropriations by fund. Director of Finance/City Treasurer Victoria L. Beatley provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 which included changes made since the Budget Study Session. Page 9 - City Council 6/27/16 Deputy Director of Public Works Michael Ho provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Capital Improvement Budget including changes made since the Capital Improvement Budget Study Sessions. Director Beatley then provided additional summary information and concluded the presentation. At the inquiry of the Council Member Miller, staff provided clarification on multiple questions and concerns. Mayor Massa-Lavitt opened the public hearing. Speakers: Robert Goldberg expressed concern and distributed documents regarding the General Fund Operating Surplus and the salary and benefits to Water and Sewer funds over the last five years. He then questioned the staffing allocations and pay. There being no persons wishing to speak, Mayor Massa-Lavitt closed the public hearing. Council Member Miller indicated that he feels Section 2 of the Resolution 6665 is in conflict with the City Charter. At the inquiry of Council Member Deaton, City Attorney Steele stated that Section 2 of Resolution 6665 is not in conflict with City Charter Section 1010 and noted that there are a number of fiscal policies that the City Manager must follow with respect to the budget. Deaton moved, second by Sloan, to approve Resolution No. 6665 adopting the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 Operating Budget and 5 -Year Capital Improvement Program; approving the Capital Improvement Program budget for Fiscal Year 2016/2017; setting the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2016-2017; and authorizing appropriations by fund. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan NOES: Miller ABSENT: None """ Motion carried UNFINISHED/CONTINUED BUSINESS Y. Water Conservation Update - Receive and file an update to the City of Seal Beach Water Conservation Program. Associate Engineer David Spitz summarized information provided in the staff report including the Governors Executive order signed in May 2016. At the inquiry of Council Member Miller, staff clarified information regarding state mandates regarding watering restrictions. Varipapa moved, second by Sloan, to receive and file an update to the City of Seal Beach Water Conservation Program. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None Z. Parking Permit Policy 100-9 - Approve Resolution No. 6666, approving amendments to Policy 100-9 to change the dates for issuance and expiration of various parking permit types to the off-peak time period in the fall. Chief of Police Joe Stilinovich provided a PowerPoint presentation and summarized information provided in the staff report including staff's onsite visits to other coastal cities to review both the equipment and best practices and scheduled public outreach meetings. Page 10 — City Council 6/27/2016 Sloan moved, second by Varipapa, to approve Resolution No. 6666, approving amendments to Policy 100-9 to change the dates for issuance and expiration of various parking permit types to the off-peak time period in the fall. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None NEW BUSINESS AA. Proposed Ordinance Pertaining to the Building Maximum Height Along Main Street in the Old Town Area - City Council to give direction as to whether to initiate an amendment to the Commercial Development section of the Zoning Ordinance and Main Street Specific Plan to limit the maximum height of buildings along Main Street from 30 feet to two -stories not to exceed 25 feet. Council Member Deaton referenced Measure Z in 2008 noting that building heights on Main Street were not included. She asked that we bring the height limit on Main Street into conformity with the rest of Old Town. Deaton moved, second by Varipapa, to direct staff to create an ordinance to initiate the code amendment process to limit the maximum height of buildings along Main Street from 30 feet to two -stories not to exceed 25 feet. At the inquiry of Council, Director Basham provided clarification regarding the Main Street Specific Plan and indicated that the building being constructed on the corner of Main and PCH is in conformance. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None BB. Urgent Item — Approve an Agreement with Khouri Consulting to Lobby on the City's behalf regarding Assembly Bill 1217 and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Agreement. Council Member Deaton noted that the Orange County Fire Authority pays $12,000 per month plus other expenses for lobbying efforts against AB 1217 and expressed how important it is to oppose this legislation. Deaton moved, second by Sloan, to approve an agreement with Khouri Consulting for professional services and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City in the amount not to exceed $10,000 per month. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Sloan, Miller NOES: None ABSENT: None Page 11 - City Council 6/27/16 ADJOURNMENT With no objections, Mayor Massa-Lavitt adjourned the meeting at 10:58 p.m. to Monday, July 25, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. to meet in closed session, if deemed necessary. Approved: JgAlo&o, l Now Sandra Massa-Lavitt, Mayor Attested: Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk