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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 2018-12-10 Seal Beach, California December 10, 2018 The City Council met in regular session at 7:02 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Mayor Pro Tern Deaton led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Varipapa Council Members: Deaton, Massa-Lavitt, Moore, Sustarsic Absent: None City Staff: Craig Steele, Assistant City Attorney Jill R. Ingram, City Manager Patrick Gallegos, Assistant City Manager Chief Joe Miller, Seal Beach Police Department Chief Joe Bailey, Marine Safety/Lifeguard Department Victoria L. Beatley, Director of Finance/City Treasurer Steve Myrter, Director of Public Works Crystal Landavazo, Interim Director of Community Development Robin L. Roberts, City Clerk Dana Engstrom, Deputy City Clerk APPROVAL OF AGENDA & WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES Council Member Sustarsic pulled Item H and Mayor Pro Tern Deaton pulled Item M from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. The City Clerk read into the record items presented related to the agenda packet that were received and distributed after the posting of the agenda. PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITIONS • Los Alamitos Choir Christmas Carols • Retirement Recognition for City Clerk Robin Roberts and Police Sergeant Rick Ransdell ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Varipapa opened oral communications. Speakers: Nancy Downs, Melissa Bernacarti, Bill Ayres, Bella, Scott Newton, Peter Amundson, Joyce Ross-Parque, Robert Goldberg, Bruce Bennett, and Colin Edwards. Mayor Varipapa then closed oral communications. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT There was no City Attorney Report. CITY MANAGER REPORT City Manager Jill Ingram indicated she had a wonderful weekend celebrating the holidays at the Christmas Parade and Police Department Breakfast with Santa event. She wished 111 everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. COUNCIL COMMENTS Council Member Massa-Lavitt spoke regarding her attendance at the water agency meetings and reported a possible future water tax. She wished everyone a happy holiday and a long prosperous life. Council Member Sustarsic reported she attended the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Christmas Parade, the Seal Beach Breakfast with Santa, Small Business Saturday on Main Street, CPENA Santa and Snow, parking meeting, and the Metropolitan Water District of Orange County Elected Official Forum. Mayor Pro Tem Deaton expressed her appreciation for the great partnership the City has had with the Lions Club and indicated this was her last year riding on the fire engine in the Christmas Parade. She thanked Council Member Massa-Lavitt for her Vector Control updates and urged residents to check for standing water and indicated her good friend contracted West Nile Virus and wants to bring awareness. Additionally she wished everyone a happy holiday. Council Member Moore thanked the Chamber of Commerce, Seal Beach Lions, and the City for a wonderful Christmas Parade. He expressed his appreciation for City Clerk Robin Roberts, especially for the technology she integrated into the Clerk's office. Additionally, he wished everyone a happy holiday. Mayor Varipapa reported he attended the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Small Business Saturday, Police Department Breakfast with Santa, Christmas Parade, and thanked everyone for their hard work on the events. COUNCIL ITEMS A. Declare Results of November 6, 2018 Election and Swearing-In of Elected City Council Members, Providing For Run-Off Election in District 1 - Adopt Resolution -� 6877 declaring the results of the November 6, 2018 election and swear-in the newly elected city officials for a full four year term (2018-2022): District 3 — Mike Varipapa and District 5— Sandra Massa-Lavitt;and confirming the need for a Run-Off Election for District 1 on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, providing direction for the Run- Off Election, and providing direction for the implementation for Measure BB. Deaton moved, second by Massa-Lavitt to adopt Resolution 6877 declaring the results of the November 6, 2018 election and swear-in the newly elected city officials for a full four year term (2018-2022): District 3— Mike Varipapa and District 5—Sandra Massa-Lavitt; and confirming the need for a Run-Off Election for District 1 on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, providing direction for the Run-Off Election, and providing direction for the implementation for Measure BB. AYES: Deaton, Massa-Lavitt, Moore, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried City Clerk Robin Roberts conducted the oath of office for Mike Varipapa and Sandra Massa-Lavitt. B. Measure BB - Supplemental Police Officer Staffing and Funding - That the City Council adopt Resolution 6883: 1 . Authorizing an increase in the Seal Beach Police Department's Sworn Police Officer staffing level from 35 to a total of 38 positions; and, 2. Directing staff to fund the new positions out of the separate Measure BB fund, account for and report the new salary expenditures at the end of this fiscal year, reconcile the 2018-19 fiscal year budget accordingly, and include the new positions in the FY 2019-2020 budget. Chief Miller summarized information provided in the staff report and responded to Council inquiries. Mayor Pro Tem Deaton explained the importance of hiring Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) employees. Council Member Sustarsic agreed with Mayor Pro Tem Deaton and indicated she supports the Police Department and would like to discuss during the Budget Sessions. Finance Director Beatley discussed the addition of a separate Measure BB sales tax fund that will roll into the General Fund account. Mayor Pro Tem Deaton thanked Director Beatley for her transparency regarding Measure BB. Deaton moved, second by Moore to adopt Resolution 6883: 1 . Authorizing an increase in the Seal Beach Police Department's Sworn Police Officer staffing level from 35 to a total of 38 positions; and, 2. Directing staff to fund the new positions out of the separate Measure BB fund, account for and report the new salary expenditures at the end of this fiscal year. reconcile the 2018-19 fiscal year budget accordingly, and include the new positions in the FY 2019-2020 budget. 6.0 AYES: Deaton, Massa-Lavitt, Moore, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried CONSENT CALENDAR Massa-Lavitt moved, second by Sustarsic, to approve the recommended actions on the consent calendar, with the exception of Item H, pulled by Council Member Sustarsic and Item M pulled by Mayor Pro Tern Deaton pulled for separate consideration. Mayor Varipapa abstained from Items J and K and Council Member Deaton abstained from Item C. C. Approval of the November 13, 2018 City Council Minutes - That the City Council approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on November 13, 2018. D. Approval of the November 13. 2018 Special City Council Study Session Minutes - That the City Council approve the minutes of the Special City Council Study Session meeting held on November 13, 2018. E. Demands on City Treasury (Fiscal year 2019) — December 10, 2018 - Ratification F. Monthly Investment Report—October 2018 - Receive and file. G. City of Seal Beach Strategic Plan - That the City Council receive and file the City of Seal Beach Six-Month Strategic Objectives update. '. . - • .•. . . . .. . . . . . •. - • .: - I. Submittal of Yearly Expenditure Report to OCTA for Measure M2 Eligibility - That the City Council adopt Resolution 6879; 1. Finding that the yearly expenditure report to Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) for Measure M2 Eligibility for fiscal year 2017/2018 was prepared in conformance with the M2 Expenditure Report Template provided in the Renewed Measure M Eligibility Guidelines and accounts for Net Revenues including interest earned, expenditures during the fiscal year and balances at the end of fiscal year; 2. Adopting the M2 Expenditure Report for fiscal year 2017/2018; and 3. Directing the City Manager to submit the M2 Expenditure Report to OCTA no later than December 31,2018. J. Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with the California Department of Transportation for Positive Location of Underground Utilities - That the City Council adopt Resolution 6880 authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with the State of California for the Positive Location of City owned utilities within the State owned Right of Way. K. Authorize The City Manager to Sign and Submit an Encroachment Permit Application with the California Department of Transportation for a New 18-Inch Sewer Line and Approve Plans for Same 18-Inch Sewer Line - That the City Council adopt Resolution 6881; 1. Authorizing the City Manager to sign and submit an encroachment permit application to the State Department of Transportation for a new 18-inch sewer line; and 2. Approve the plans for the new 18-inch sewer line. L. Fiscal Year 2018-19 Fleet Replacement - That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 6882: 1. Approving Budget Amendment No. 19-06-01; 2. Approving the purchase of two replacement vehicles, up-fitting and equipment for the City's fleet at an estimated total of $579,699, 3. Authorizing the City Manager to approve purchase orders for the new vehicles, equipment and payment of all State taxes and fees required for delivery for vehicle and equipment purchases; and 4. Authorizing the City Manager to surplus existing vehicles and equipment upon completion of the new vehicle and equipment purchase and retrofitting. . . '.. •-_ '• - _. ' • -• - - . . . ' - • : -••-• . ' - • - - .. N. Amend PCS Mobile Professional Services Agreement for Parking Equipment, Technology, and Services to Increase Contract Price - That the City Council: 1) Adopt Resolution 6884 approving an amendment to the professional services and equipment purchase agreement with PCS Mobile to increase the contract price in an amount not to exceed $11,400; 2) Complete the purchase and implementation of the mobile License Plate Recognition (LPR) equipment, technology, and services to streamline enforcement and support new paid parking technology; and, 3) Authorizing the City Manager to execute the amendment on behalf of the City. ITEM PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR H. iPad Use Policy - That the City Council adopt Resolution 6878 approving Council Policy 100-13 an iPad Use Policy providing guidelines and appropriate usage for legislative bodies using iPads. City Clerk Robin Roberts summarized information provided in the staff report clarifying that any personal device with a modern internet connection can be used, iPads are not required but are the device purchased by the City. Roberts answered Council Member questions. Sustarsic moved, second by Massa-Lavitt to adopt Resolution 6878 approving Council Policy 100-13 an iPad Use Policy providing guidelines and appropriate usage for legislative bodies using iPads. AYES: Deaton, Massa-Lavitt, Moore, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried M. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 1672 - That the City Council waive further reading and adopt Ordinance 1672 titled "An Ordinance of the City of Seal Beach Amending and Restating Chapters 8.15, 8.20 and 8.25 of the Seal Beach Municipal Code to Impose Restrictions on Stopping, Standing and Parking of Vehicles in the City, Regulations for Parking in City Parking Lots and Amending the Process for Administrative Appeals of Parking Citations." Commander Steve Bowles summarized information provided in the staff report and responded to Council inquires. There was general discussion regarding enforcement of vehicles and RV's parked on City streets for more than 72 hours and allowing for accuracy of the system including a vacation pass. The consensus of the Council was to revise the Ordinance to be brought back for further consideration. PUBLIC HEARING O. An Ordinance of the City of Seal Beach Zone Text Amendment 18-2 Amending Title 11 Regarding Regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units in Residential Zones in the City to Comply with New State Legislation - That the City Council conduct a public hearing and, upon conclusion, introduce and conduct first reading of the proposed Ordinance, amending regulations applicable to accessory dwelling units in residential zones in the City to comply with new state legislation. Interim Director of Community Development Crystal Landavazo provided a comprehensive staff report and responded to Council inquires. Mayor Varipapa opened the public hearing. Speakers: Barbara Barton, Robert Goldberg, and Joyce Ross-Parque. City Attorney Steele provided responses to comments made during the public hearing. Deaton moved, second by Massa-Lavitt to adopt Ordinance 1673 of the City of Seal Beach approving Zone Text Amendment 18-2 Amending Title 11 Regarding Regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units in Residential Zones in the City to Comply with New State Legislation. AYES: Deaton, Massa-Lavitt, Moore, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried UNFINISHED / CONTINUED BUSINESS There were no unfinished/continued business items. NEW BUSINESS P. Ordinance Adopting Restrictions and Business License Requirements for Street Vendors in Response to SB 946 with Urgency Findings Residency Restrictions - That the City Council: 1) Adopt Ordinance No. 1674-U, An Urgency Ordinance of the City of Seal Beach Adding a New Chapter 5.80 to the Seal Beach Municipal Code to Create a Sidewalk Vending Program, Amending Related Provisions of the Seal Beach Municipal Code, Making a Determination of Exemption Under CEQA, and Declaring the Urgency thereof; and, 2) Introduce, read by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance 1675, An Ordinance of the City of Seal Beach Adding a New Chapter 5.80 to the Seal Beach Municipal Code to Create a Sidewalk Vending Program, Amending Related Provisions of the Seal Beach Municipal Code. City Attorney Steele provided a comprehensive staff report and responded to Council inquires and suggestions. Massa-Lavitt moved, second by Sustarsic to adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 1674-U, An Urgency Ordinance of the City of Seal Beach Adding a New Chapter 5.80 to the Seal Beach Municipal Code to Create a Sidewalk Vending Program, Amending Related ..r Provisions of the Seal Beach Municipal Code, Making a Determination of Exemption Under CEA, and Declaring the Urgency thereof; and, introduce, read by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance 1675, An Ordinance of the City of Seal Beach Adding a New Chapter 5.80 to the Seal Beach Municipal Code to Create a Sidewalk Vending Program, Amending Related Provisions of the Seal Beach Municipal Code with revisions to 5.80.090 K regarding storing of vending units after hours and roaming vendors in residential areas are limited to the hours of 10am-5pm. AYES: Massa-Lavitt, Moore, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: Deaton ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried Q. City Council Re-Organization - City Council Re-organization - Selection of 2019 Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore. City Attorney Steele conducted the nominations. Mike Varipapa nominated Council Member Moore for Mayor. AYES: Deaton, Massa-Lavitt, Moore, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried Sandra Massa-Lavitt nominated Schelly Sustarsic for Mayor Pro Tem. AYES: Deaton, Massa-Lavitt, Moore, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried ADJOURNMENT Mayor Varipapa adjourned the City Council meeting at 11 :01 p.m. to Monday, January 14, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. to meet in closed session, if deemed necessary. Dana Engstrom, Deputy City Clerk Approved: / I l�r�Q .ti� • Thomas Moore, Mayor 44,e :\-ca4poR4ro:,70 Attested: Dana Engstrom, Deputy Ci . hOUN-6 5 '