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Home My WebLink AboutCC Min 2022-06-27 Seal Beach, California June 27, 2022 The City Council met in regular session at 7:15 p.m. via teleconference. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Kalmick Council Members: Varipapa, Moore, Sustarsic, Massa-Lavitt Absent: None City Staff: Craig A. Steele, City Attorney Jill R. Ingram, City Manager Patrick Gallegos, Assistant City Manager Michael Ezroj, Acting Police Chief Michael Henderson, Police Captain Joe Bailey, Chief, Marine Safety Department Alexa Smittle, Director of Community Development Sherry Johnson, Interim Director of Finance/City Treasurer Iris Lee, Acting Director of Public Works Dana Engstrom, Acting City Clerk Thomas Moon, Orange County Fire Authority Lauren Barich, Management Analyst Jennifer Robles, Management Analyst Tim Kelsey, Recreation Manager APPROVAL OF AGENDA & WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES Acting City Clerk Engstrom announced that six (6) supplemental items were received after the posting of the agenda that were distributed to the City Council and made available to the public. Mayor Pro Tern Varipapa moved, second by Council Member Sustarsic, to approve the agenda. AYES: Kalmick, Moore, Sustarsic, Varipapa, Massa-Lavitt NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITIONS • Monthly Seal Beach Historic Resources Foundation Update • Parks Make Life Better Proclamation • Parking Management Update PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Kalmick opened oral communications. Speakers: None. Mayor Kalmick then closed oral communications. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT City Attorney Steele reported that prior to the meeting the City Council met in closed session to discuss the two (2) items on the posted agenda. In regards to Item A, Conference with Legal Counsel Pending Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) City of Long Beach, et al. v. Monsanto Corp., et al. United States District Court, Central District, Case No. CV 16-3493 FMO (ASx), Council approved unanimously to accept the class action settlement that will result in the City receiving payment from the settlement fund in the amount of approximately $795,000. Council received a report from staff on Item B on the posted agenda and Mr. Steele indicated that the City Council took no reportable action. CITY MANAGER REPORT City Manager Ingram thanked the Council for their ongoing support and efforts to continue to do what we can to ensure the health and safety of the public and City staff. She also thanked the community for their patience and support, noting we continue to have outbreaks of COVID-19 within our organization and other exposures within City facilities over the past few weeks. She reminded residents that City Hall remains open to the public however, meetings remain remote. She encouraged the public to conduct as much City business as possible via telephone and the City website, or by using the general email address askcityhall(a�sealbeachca.gov for the next several weeks. She encouraged the public to wear a mask while in City facilities as well. Additionally, City Manager Ingram introduced Barbara Arenado whose Employment Agreement as Director of Finance/City Treasurer is on the agenda for consideration. Ms. Arenado indicated she is honored and proud to be a part of this amazing City. She looks forward to partnering with Council and staff in serving the Seal Beach community. City Manager Ingram also thanked Interim Director of Finance Sherry Johnson for her respectful and supportive leadership over the last six (6) months. Ms. Johnson indicated she enjoyed her time here with the City and thanked the staff team. COUNCIL COMMENTS Council Member Sustarsic had nothing to report. Council Member Moore attended a Golden Rain Foundation meeting recognizing incoming and outgoing directors. Council Member Massa-Lavitt had nothing to report. Mayor Pro Tem Varipapa had nothing to report. Mayor Kalmick indicated he attended the Chamber of Commerce meeting to discuss parklets and the overall condition of Main Street and also attended the Orange County Council of Governments meeting. Additionally, he attended an OCFA monthly meeting noting he will now be representing the City as a member of the OCFA Legislative Committee, Vice Chair of the OCFA Human Resources Committee, and the OCFA Operations Committee. COUNCIL ITEMS A. City Council Appointment to the Environmental Quality Control Board — District Four-At the request of Council Member Sustarsic: that the City Council appoint Catherine Showalter to the Environmental Quality Control Board, as a representative for District Four. Acting City Clerk Engstrom provided a comprehensive background of the staff report and Catherine Showalter addressed the City Council. Council Member Sustarsic thanked Catherine Showalter for her interest in serving on the Environmental Quality Control Board. Council Member Sustarsic moved, second by Mayor Kalmick, to appoint Catherine Showalter to the Environmental Quality Control Board, as a representative for District Four. Acting City Clerk Engstrom took a roll call vote to approve item A. AYES: Kalmick, Moore, Massa-Lavitt, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Kalmick re-opened oral communications for a member of the public with their hand raised. Speakers: None. Mayor Kalmick then closed oral communications. CONSENT CALENDAR Council Member Moore moved, second by Council Member Sustarsic, to approve the recommended actions on the consent calendar. B. Approval of the June 2, 2022 and June 7, 2022 City Council Minutes - That the City Council approve the minutes of the Special City Council Budget Workshops held on June 2, 2022 and June 7, 2022. C. Approval of the June 13, 2022 City Council Minutes -That the City Council approve the minutes of the Closed Session and Regular City Council meeting held on June 13, 2022. D. Demands on City Treasury (Fiscal Year 2022) June 27, 2022 - Ratification. E. Monthly Investment Report — May 31, 2022 - Receive and file. F. Rejecting All Bids for the Annual Local Paving Program, CIP O-ST-2 - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7306 rejecting all bids received for the Annual Local Paving Program, CIP O-ST-2. G. Approving Submittal of FY 2022-2023 Measure M2 Eligibility Package and its Components -That the City Council approve the submittal of the City's Fiscal Year 2022- 23 Measure M2 Eligibility Package and its components, which include the following: 1. A seven-year Measure M2 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Fiscal Years (FY) 2022- 23 through 2028-29; and, 2. A Maintenance of Effort Certification Form and supporting documentation for the City of Seal Beach to the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA): and. 3. The OCTA Measure M2 Eligibility Checklist and supporting documentation; and, 4. A Pavement Management Plan update and supporting certification; and, 5. Direct the City Manager to file the adopted CIP and the Measure M2 eligibility documents with OCTA in compliance with the requirements of OCTA. H. Authorizing Submittal of Application for Financial Assistance to the State Water Resources Control Board Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Agreement; and Designating the Amount of Project Expenditures to be Reimbursed by DWSRF Proceeds, for the Beverly Manor Pump Station Rehabilitation (WT0904) and LCWA Watermain Lining Project (WT2103) - That the City Council: 1. Adopt Resolution 7307 authorizing the City Manager to submit a Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Financial Assistance Application to the State Water Resources Control Board for the Beverly Manor Pump Station Rehabilitation (WT0904) and LCWA Watermain Lining (WT2103) Project, and if awarded to execute the DWSRF Financial Assistance Agreement and related documents and amendments; and, 2. Adopt Resolution 7308 designating the amount of project expenditures to be reimbursed by proceeds from the State Water Resources Control Board Drinking Water State Revolving Fund. I. Fiscal Year 2022-23 Statement of Investment Policy and Delegation of Authority - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7309 approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Statement of Investment Policy and Delegation of Authority to the Director of Finance/City Treasurer. J. Approval of Employment Agreement for Director of Finance/City Treasurer - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7310: 1. Approving the Employment Agreement between the City of Seal Beach and Barbara Arenado to be the City of Seal Beach Director of Finance/City Treasurer; and, 2. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the contract. Acting City Clerk Engstrom took a roll call vote to approve the consent calendar items. AYES: Kalmick, Varipapa, Sustarsic, Moore, Massa-Lavitt NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR There were no items removed from the consent calendar. UNFINISHED/CONTINUED BUSINESS K. Approving and Authorizing Re-Institution of Enforcement of the Head-In Vehicle Parking Ordinance - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7313 authorizing re- institution of enforcement of the Head -In Vehicle Parking Ordinance §8.20.015 Head in Parking Only. Julie Dixon from Dixon Resources Unlimited provided a comprehensive overview of the staff report. Julie Dixon and staff addressed Council Member questions. Council Member Moore moved, second by Council Member Sustarsic, to adopt Resolution 7313 authorizing re-institution of enforcement of the Head -In Vehicle Parking Ordinance §8.20.015 Head in Parking Only with the stipulation that there will be a warning issued before a citation is issued. Acting City Clerk Engstrom took a roll call vote to approve Item K. AYES: Kalmick, Moore, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: Massa-Lavitt ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried PUBLIC HEARING L. Resolution Adjusting the Bidding Thresholds for Public Works Contracts and Adjusting the City Manager's Contract Authority for the Acquisition of Goods and Services - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7311 : 1. Confirming the adjustment of bidding threshold for Public Works contracts to $39.524 pursuant to the City Charter Section 1010; and, 2. Adjusting the City Manager's threshold to bind the City, with or without a written contract, for the acquisition of equipment, materials, supplies, labor, services, or other items within the budget approved by City Council to $39,524 pursuant to City Charter 420 and Resolution 6384. Acting Public Works Director Lee provided a comprehensive background of the staff report. There were no Council Member questions. Mayor Kalmick opened the public hearing. Speakers: None. Mayor Closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tern Varipapa moved, second by Council Member Sustarsic, to adopt Resolution 7311: 1 . Confirming the adjustment of bidding threshold for Public Works contracts to $39,524 pursuant to the City Charter Section 1010; and, 2. Adjusting the City Manager's threshold to bind the City, with or without a written contract. for the acquisition of equipment, materials, supplies, labor, services, or other items within the budget approved by City Council to $39,524 pursuant to City Charter 420 and Resolution 6384. Acting City Clerk Engstrom took a roll call vote to approve Item L. AYES: Kalmick, Moore, Massa-Lavitt, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried M. Adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget; Set the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2022-23; Reaffirm the previously amended Fiscal Year 2021-22 Cost Recovery Schedule to be used for Fiscal Year 2022-23 - The City Council hold a public hearing to adopt Resolution 7312 which: 1. Adopts the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget; and, 2. Sets the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2022-23; and, 3. Approves the previously adopted and amended Fiscal Year 2021-22 Cost Recovery Schedule to be used for Fiscal Year 2022-23. Interim Finance Director Johnson provided a comprehensive background of the staff report. Council Member questions were addressed. Mayor Kalmick opened the public hearing. Speakers: None. Mayor Kalmick closed the public hearing. Council Member Moore moved, second by Council Member Sustarsic, to adopt Resolution 7312 which: 1. Adopts the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget; and, 2. Sets the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2022-23; and, 3. Approves the previously adopted and amended Fiscal Year 2021-22 Cost Recovery Schedule to be used for Fiscal Year 2022-23. Acting City Clerk Engstrom took a roll call vote to approve Item M. AYES: Kalmick, Moore, Massa-Lavitt, Sustarsic, Varipapa NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried NEW BUSINESS There were no new business items. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Kalmick adjourned the City Council meeting at 9:15 p.m., to Monday, July 25, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. to meet in closed session, if deemed necessary. c. Dana Engstrom, Acting City Clerk City of Seal Beach Approved: L Joe Kalmick, Mayor Ott SEAL ti4c .\�co�4o�gjFogcy • Attested: r I cz) o' yQ_: Dana Engstrom, Acting City \�': FCOUNI1 I I I