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Home My WebLink AboutCC Min 2017-05-22Seal Beach, California May 22, 2017 The City Council met in a Special Closed Session at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Massa-Lavitt ' Council Members: Varipapa, p.m.) Absent: None Deaton, Moore, Sustarsic (arrived at 6:15 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 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): Police Officers Association (POA) Police Management Association (PMA) Seal Beach Marine Safety Management Association (SBMSMA) B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL Existing Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) City of Seal Beach v. Gentner, et aL OCSC Case Number 30-2016-00864096- CU-PO-CJC ADJOURNMENT Mayor Massa-Lavitt adjourned the Special Closed Session meeting at 6:45 p.m. Approved:" �l S ndra Massa-Lavitt, ayor Attested: Kquc" Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk Ro in L. Roberts, City Clerk City of Seal Beach Seal Beach, California May 22, 2017 The City Council met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Mayor Pro Tem Varipapa led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Massa-Lavitt Council Members: Varipapa, Deaton, Moore, Sustarsic Absent: None City Staff: Craig A. Steele, City Attorney Jill R. Ingram, City Manager Patrick Gallegos, Assistant City Manager Interim Chief Joe Miller, Seal Beach Police Department Chief Joe Bailey, Marine Safety/Lifeguard Victoria L. Beatley, Director of Finance/City Treasurer Steve Myrter, Director of Public Works Crystal Landavazo, Interim Community Development Director Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk APPROVAL OF AGENDA & WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS & ORDINANCES Council Member Moore asked that Item F be pulled from the consent calendar for separate consideration. PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS 'Public Works Week Proclamation ' 'National Beach Safety/Rip Current Awareness Week Proclamation 'Employee support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot and Seven Seals Awards ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Massa-Lavitt opened oral communications. Speakers: Melissa and Ilya Bums, Chris Winston, Ron Meyer, Paul Carter, Cheryl Rider, Inka Serarosa, Tracey Pierce, Tom Halstrom, Cindy Paulous, and Alison Golden spoke in opposition of the proposed LA Fitness Project. Robert Goldberg spoke regarding Item H noting that the AKM Audit of the West End Pump Station was well done. Nancy Kredell spoke regarding Item H and requested that the drain system near her property be connected to a pump station. Joyce Ross-Parque spoke regarding several items. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT City Attorney Craig Steele indicated Council met in Closed Session in regards to two items posted on the agenda and indicated Council took no reportable action on any of the items. CITY MANAGER REPORT In response to a comment made during public comment, City Manager Jill R. Ingram asked that City Clerk Robin Roberts verify that a No Responsive Records Statement was signed verifying that there was no responsive records in regards to the request. , COUNCIL COMMENTS Council Member Sustarsic indicated she attended the renaming ceremony of the VA Hospital; it is now called the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center. She also attended the Navy Planning Workshop, the Public Safety Awards luncheon, and the JPIA Newly Elected Officials Academy in Laguna. Council Member Deaton thanked all the public safety divisions for looking after the community. She also indicated she attended the Women's Club Tea and had a L• r • - rMitr,T Mayor Pro Tem Varipapa reported that he attended the Naval Weapon's Station Planning meeting. He also thanked Chief Joe Bailey for the water safety watcher badge he received and noted the importance of water safety. Council Member Moore thanked Wink Chase, the Police Department, Fire Department, Seal Beach Lions Club, and Miss Seal Beach for participating in last weekend's ' Neighbor 4 Neighbor event. He also attended the Edison Community Garden cleanup day indicating there is a long waiting list for garden plots and suggested possibly expanding the plots. Mayor Massa-Lavitt indicated she took the sexual harassment training along with Council Member Deaton that is required every two years. COUNCIL ITEMS A. City of Seal Beach Strategic Plan - Six Month Strategic Objectives Update - Receive and file the City of Seal Beach Six -Month Strategic Objectives Update. City Manager Ingram introduced each goal followed by updates from the appropriate department head/staff for each item on the objectives matrix. Council Member Moore inquired whether staff has looked into a similar parking system that California State University Long Beach (CSULB) uses that runs license plates. Commander Bowles indicated that CSULB was part of the study conducted by the parking consultants. B. Marina Center Project Update (Varipapa) ' Recreation Manager Tim Kelsey indicated that Council Member Varipapa used $10,000 of his discretionary fund along with a $5,000 donation from the Lion's Club and a $5,000 donation from Run Seal Beach to make improvements to the Marina Center. Improvements included the following; lighting, noise reducing panels, and curtains. Council Member Deaton indicated that she felt the money for the improvements was well spent and the changes were noticeable and appreciated at the Women's Club Tea. Mayor Pro Tem Varipapa thanked the City for their work on the improvements to the Marina Community Center and thanked the Lions Club and Run Seal Beach for their donations. Additionally, Mayor Pro Tem indicated he would like to work with staff on additional improvements if necessary. CONSENT CALENDAR Deaton moved, second by Sustarsic, to approve the recommended actions on the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item F. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Moore, Sustarsic NOES: None ' ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried C. Special Closed Session/Regular City Council meeting May 8, 2017 minutes — Approve by minute order. D. Demands on City Treasury (Fiscal Year 2017) — May 22, 2017 — Ratification. E. Monthly Investment Report - April 2017 - Receive and file. (Pulled for separate consideration by Council Member Moore) F. Edison Park License Agreement: Adopt Resolution No. 6734 authorizing the City Manager to execute the license agreements with Southern California Edison (SCE) for the use of the Seal Beach Bicycle Path and Edison Park. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR F. Edison Park License Agreement: Adopt Resolution No. 6734 authorizing the City Manager to execute the license agreements with Southern California Edison ' (SCE) for the use of the Seal Beach Bicycle Path and Edison Park. Recreation Manager Tim Kelsey presented a comprehensive overview of the information provided in the staff report. Council Member Moore inquired about the shade structure allowance regarding the addition of items added to the park. Kelsey indicated that it would require written authorization. In response to Council Member Moore's inquiry regarding the possibility of expanding the Community Gardens, Recreation Manager Tim Kelsey explained that staff identified a need in 2012. However, Edison indicated they did not have any intention of adding any gardens to their properties at that time. Staff has gone through the application process in the past and is prepared to resubmit if given direction to do so. Moore moved, second by Varipapa, to adopt Resolution No. 6734 authorizing the City Manager to execute the license agreements with Southern California Edison (SCE) for the use of the Seal Beach Bicycle Path and Edison Park. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Moore, Sustarsic Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Moore, Sustarsic NOES: None None ABSENT: None None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried ABSTAIN: None Motion carr ed PUBLIC HEARING G. Street Lighting District No. 1 - Adopt Resolution No. 6737 confirming the diagram, assessment, and levying assessments for Street Lighting District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2017-2018. Finance Director Vikki Beatley presented a comprehensive overview of the information provided in the staff report and indicated that the following Wildan representatives were available for questions; Project Manager Beatrice Medina, Vice President Gladys Medina, and Technical Project Lead Tony Thrasher. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Varipapa's inquiry regarding the transfer of M2 funds, Finance Director Vikki Beatley indicated that the City has substantial M2 funds available and have coordinated with the Public Works Department through the budget process to ensure these funds would be available. Mayor Massa-Lavitt opened the public hearing. Speakers: None. Having no requests to speak, Mayor Massa-Lavitt closed the public hearing. ' Massa-Lavitt moved, second by Varipapa, to adopt Resolution No. 6737 confirming the diagram, assessment, and levying assessments for Street Lighting District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2017-2018. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Moore, Sustarsic NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried UNFINISHED/CONTINUED BUSINESS H. Revision to Resolution No. 6708 and Receive and File AKM Audit for West End Pump Station Emergency Project - EM1701 - Adopt Resolution No. 6735 revising Resolution No. 6708, reallocating approved funding for the West End Pump Station Emergency Project No. EM1701; and Receive and File the West End Pump Station 2017 Audit by AKM Consulting Engineers. ' Public Works Director Steve Myrter presented a PowerPoint presentation explaining how the West End Pump Station operates and introduced Lee Badertscher, P.E. of Lee and Ro, Inc. and Zeki Kayiran, P.E. of AKM Consulting Engineers who were available for questions at the completion of presentation. Associate Engineer David Spitz presented a PowerPoint presentation that gave the detailed finding of the audit, West End Pump Station history, and recommended maintenance program/operator training. Council Member Deaton thanked staff and the consultants for a very complete report and staff's willingness to implement new procedures and critical approach to find the best solutions. Public Works Director Steve Myrter addressed Council Member Deaton's question regarding the connection of the storm drain to the Orange County Storm Drain Pump Station indicating staff is looking into adding it as a CIP project next fiscal year. Council Member Deaton indicated the report was worth the money explaining what happened, why it happened, and ways to try to prevent it from happening in the future. Mayor Pro Tea Varipapa thanked staff again for their help during the storm even after hours. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Varipapa's inquiry, Steve Myrter indicated that 90 percent of the time the pumps can be fixed in the field if weather permits. Zeki Kayiran of AKM explained that there is never one simple answer that takes care of every ' situation. Additionally, there was discussion regarding in-flow/out-flow and discharge, larger forebay, and similarities or discussion regarding best practices at the Orange County Flood Control District. Council Member Moore thanked staff and the auditors for a comprehensive report. In response to Council Member Moore's inquiry, Public Works Director Steve Myrter discussed the wet well pumps, the data collected and transmitted via the SCADA System, and the plan to start implementation. Deaton moved, second by Moore, to adopt Resolution No. 6735 revising Resolution No. 6708, reallocating approved funding for the West End Pump Station Emergency Project No. EM1701; and Receive and File the West End Pump Station 2017 Audit by AKM Consulting Engineers. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Moore, Sustarsic NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried NEW BUSINESS ' I. Approval of Mitigated Negative Declaration for Water Infrastructure Capital Improvement Projects - Adopt Resolution No. 6736 adopting Mitigated Negative Declaration for Water Infrastructure Capital Improvement Projects, and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. Associate Engineer David Spitz presented a comprehensive overview of the information provided in the staff report as well as a PowerPoint explaining the following projects; Beverly Manor Facility Rehabilitation, Navy Reservoir Chlorination, West Orange County Connector Waterline Extension, Westminster Avenue Water Main Replacement, 1-405/North Gate Waterline Extension, 1.405/Bolsa Chica Waterline Extension, Lampson Avenue Water Main Replacement, and Seal Beach Pier Repairs. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Vadpapa's inquiry, Associate Engineer David Spitz explained why A-1: Beverly Manor Facility Rehabilitation is not in operation, funding for B-1: West Orange County Connector Waterline Extension even though it's not within City limits, and how B-2: Westminster Avenue Water Main Replacement will affect the paving project on Westminster Ave. In response to Council Member Deaton's inquiry, Associate Engineer David Spitz indicated he doesn't have a specific date that Beverly Manor will be back up and running and explained that staff has Design Exception Requests into OCTA to waive the requirement or assist with funding of associated costs with moving the infrastructure due to their own construction. Varipapa moved, second by Massa-Lavitt, to adopt Resolution No. 6736 adopting Mitigated Negative Declaration for Water Infrastructure Capital Improvement Projects, and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Varipapa, Deaton, Moore, Sustarsic NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried ADJOURNMENT Mayor Massa-Lavitt adjourned the City Council meeting at 10:25 p.m., to Monday, June 12, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. to meet in closed session, if deemed necessary as well as a Budget Study Session on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. Approved: �l<'!� Sandra Massa-Lavitt, Mayor Attested: Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk 6� Robin L. oberts, City Clerk City of Seal Beach [I C 1