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MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, April 8, 2024 ~ 7:00 PM
City Council Chambers
211 Eighth Street
Seal Beach, California
SCHELLY SUSTARSIC
MAYOR
Fourth District
LISA LANDAU
MAYOR PRO TEM
Third District
JOE KALMICK
COUNCIL MEMBER
First District
THOMAS MOORE
COUNCIL MEMBER
Second District
NATHAN STEELE
COUNCIL MEMBER
Fifth District
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Adopted on June 12, 2023
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CALL TO ORDER
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Supplemental Communication from Mayor Sustarsic
Supplemental Communications from Council Member Moore
Emailed and Public Comments from Matthew Terry
Public Comments received from Eplanet Thunderstriker
Supplemental Communicaitons from Mayor Pro Tem Landau
APPROVAL OF AGENDA & WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS
ORDINANCES
By motion of the City Council this is the time to notify the public of any changes to the
agenda and /or rearrange the order of the agenda.
PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITIONS
•National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Proclamation –
April 14 – 20, 2024
•Introduction of New Full Time Employees
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney
CITY MANAGER REPORT Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
COUNCIL COMMENTS
General Council Member comments and reporting pursuant to AB 1234.
COUNCIL ITEMS – None
CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the consent calendar are considered to be routine and are enacted by a single
motion with the exception of items removed by Council Members.
A.Approval of the March 25, 2024, City Council Minutes - That the City
Council approve the minutes of the Closed Session and Regular City Council
meetings held on March 25, 2024.
B.Demands on City Treasury (Fiscal Year 2024) April 8, 2024 - Ratification.
C.Council Appointment to the Seal Beach Cable Communications
Foundation – District Five - It is at the request of Council Member Steele
that the City Council appoint Richard (Eric) Nelson to the Seal Beach Cable
Communications Foundation, as a representative for District Five.
D.Approving and Authorizing the Execution and Recordation of a
Temporary Construction Easement Agreement with Old Ranch Country
Club, LLC - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7507: 1. Approving a
Temporary Construction Easement Agreement with Old Ranch Country Club,
LLC; and, 2. Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Temporary
Construction Easement Agreement and to cause the executed Temporary
Construction Easement to be recorded at the Orange County Clerk-Recorder.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
PUBLIC HEARING – None
UNFINISHED / CONTINUED BUSINESS – None
NEW BUSINESS
E.Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Mid-Year Budget Update and Consideration of
Proposed Amendment to Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget - That the City
Council receive and file Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Mid-Year Budget Update and
adopt Resolution 7508 to approve Budget Amendment BA #24-10-01.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn the City Council to Monday, April 22, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. to meet in closed
session, if deemed necessary.
Questions for April 8, 2024 City Council Meeting Sustarsic
Warrants:
EFT # 3504 3/25/2024 AKM Consulting Engineers $21,754.00
Stormwater Treatment Feasibility Study 1
SSMP Audit 1/29 – 3/1/24
What are these for?
Payment for Stormwater Treatment Feasibility Study is work related to OCTA/Environmental Clean Up
Preparation for Grant under the Revitalization Fund (CIP BG2401).
SSMP Audit payment is for the Sewer System Management Plan audit, pursuant to the Statewide Sewer
Systems General Order adopted by the State Water Resources Control Board.
EFT # 3515 3/25/2024 Performance Pipeline Technologies $ 1,787.50
Emergency Cleaning of Pump Station 35 &
What is this for?
Payment is related to the emergency cleaning and wet well debris removal at Sewer Pump Station #35.
EFT # 3518 3/25/2024 Sherry Johnson $ 4,087.50
Consulting services 1/30/24 - 2/29/24
What are these services?
The consultant is engaged on an as-needed basis to support the implementation of Incode, the
Enterprise Resource Planning system. Specifically, their focus is on integrating previously
unimplemented Human Resources and Finance modules and other support services. This ensures a
streamlined and efficient operation of the ERP system in these crucial areas.
# 29266 3/22/2024 Silsby Strategic Advisors , Inc $ 2,550.00
Strategic Support Services 2/2024
What are these services for?
Payment is for work related to the San Gabriel River Trash Mitigation Initiative, and Advanced Clean
Fleet Zero-Emission Vehicle compliance extension.
# 29268 3/22/2024 Stantec Consulting Services Inc $61,449.13
EIR 1/2024; Consulting for WT2103
What are these services for?
Payment in the amount of $359.38 is related to the CIP WT2103 LCWA Watermain Lining Project design
services.
Payment in the amount of $61.089.75 is related to the General Plan Zoning Code Update Environmental
Impact Report.
Questions for April 8, 2024 City Council Meeting Sustarsic
Warrants:
EFT # 3504 3/25/2024 AKM Consulting Engineers $21,754.00
Stormwater Treatment Feasibility Study 1
SSMP Audit 1/29 – 3/1/24
What are these for?
Payment for Stormwater Treatment Feasibility Study is work related to OCTA/Environmental Clean Up
Preparation for Grant under the Revitalization Fund (CIP BG2401).
SSMP Audit payment is for the Sewer System Management Plan audit, pursuant to the Statewide Sewer
Systems General Order adopted by the State Water Resources Control Board.
EFT # 3515 3/25/2024 Performance Pipeline Technologies $ 1,787.50
Emergency Cleaning of Pump Station 35 &
What is this for?
Payment is related to the emergency cleaning and wet well debris removal at Sewer Pump Station #35.
EFT # 3518 3/25/2024 Sherry Johnson $ 4,087.50
Consulting services 1/30/24 - 2/29/24
What are these services?
The consultant is engaged on an as-needed basis to support the implementation of Incode, the
Enterprise Resource Planning system. Specifically, their focus is on integrating previously
unimplemented Human Resources and Finance modules and other support services. This ensures a
streamlined and efficient operation of the ERP system in these crucial areas.
# 29266 3/22/2024 Silsby Strategic Advisors , Inc $ 2,550.00
Strategic Support Services 2/2024
What are these services for?
Payment is for work related to the San Gabriel River Trash Mitigation Initiative, and Advanced Clean
Fleet Zero-Emission Vehicle compliance extension.
# 29268 3/22/2024 Stantec Consulting Services Inc $61,449.13
EIR 1/2024; Consulting for WT2103
What are these services for?
Payment in the amount of $359.38 is related to the CIP WT2103 LCWA Watermain Lining Project design
services.
Payment in the amount of $61.089.75 is related to the General Plan Zoning Code Update Environmental
Impact Report.
1. What are OTHER TAXES? Can you provide a breakdown of these by specific item /
revenue amount?
2. Can you provide a breakdown of CHARGES FOR SERVICES?
Charges for Services are included by line item in the FY 2023-24 Budget on Page 48,
attached.
3. Can you provide a breakdown of OTHER REVENUES?
Other revenues are included by line item in the FY 2023-24 Budget on Page 49,
attached.
4. Can you break down for expenses the following by department w/descriptions:
a. OTHER PAY AND BENEFITS
b. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS
Each department breakdown by expenditures for the above categories are included in
the FY 2023-24 Budget book by department and program including descriptions. For
example: City Council Budget Page 86, City Manager Budget Page 93, Finance Budget
Page 117, and Policed Field Services Budget Page 139, each attached. The full budget
can be found at this link (401 pages):
https://www.sealbeachca.gov/Portals/0/Documents/Finance/ADOPTED%20BUDGET%
20FY%2023-24%20(for%20website).pdf?ver=2023-08-22-111813-357
Also if you can identify one-time event vs. ongoing in these above that would be helpful.
An example of a one-time event for Maintenance and Operations: An example of a one-
time event would be at the March 25 Council meeting, Item J, Ratifying the Declaration
of Emergency, Approval of Emergency First Street Parking Lot Repair. This repair was
not a budgeted item. The City budgets for ongoing regular maintenance.
For Other Pay and Benefits: the Police Department had one-time movie revenue of
approximately $100,916 and had offsetting Overtime of $65,608. The Police department
has ongoing budgeted overtime expenditures for emergencies as well as the Seal
Beach Car Show, The Turkey Trot, and the Holiday Parade are a few examples.
Other Taxes
FY 2023-24
Budget
40600 - BUSINESS LICENSE 650000
40700 - EXCISE TAX 800
40800 - BARREL TAX 200000
REVENUE DETAIL
BY ACCOUNT/BY FUND - ALL FUNDS
Amended Estimated
Revenue Account Actual Budget Actual Budget
Source Number FY 2021-22 FY 2022-23 FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24
FY 2023-2024
GENERAL FUND, CONTINUED
Charges for Services
Leisure Program Fees 101-000-0000-43010 (348)$-$-$-$
Recreation Service Charges 101-000-0000-43020 2,474 4,000 4,000 4,000
Recreation/Lap Swim Passes 101-000-0000-43060 676 700 700 700
Alarm Fees 101-000-0000-43130 19,175 30,000 30,100 30,000
Planning Fees 101-000-0000-43140 65,409 45,000 80,000 80,000
Plan Check Fees 101-000-0000-43150 318,887 210,000 325,000 260,000
Admin Fee - Construction/Demo 101-000-0000-43160 3,019 3,000 2,400 1,800
Transportation Permit Fees 101-000-0000-43190 1,360 2,000 1,000 1,500
Bus Sheltering Advertising 101-000-0000-43200 26,100 48,600 48,600 48,600
Film Location Fees 101-000-0000-43320 3,925 3,500 5,000 4,000
Sale of Printed Material 101-000-0000-43330 9,362 10,000 9,000 9,000
Special Events 101-000-0000-43340 7,253 6,000 6,000 6,000
Charging Station Revenue 101-000-0000-43350 3,785 4,000 6,000 6,000
Returned Check Fee 101-000-0000-43380 75 200 100 100
Reimburse for Misc Service 101-000-0000-43390 65,952 19,000 40,000 30,000
Late Charge 101-000-0000-43450 662 - 5,000 3,000
Election Fees 101-120-0013-43360 - 300 300 300
Traffic Report - Electronic 101-210-0023-43260 22,047 20,000 18,000 18,000
Booking Fees 101-210-0024-43290 425 - - -
Reimburse for Miscellaneous Service 101-210-0024-43390 39 - 40 -
Parking Meters 101-210-0025-43300 155,839 116,000 300,000 349,100
Recreation Facilities Rent 101-230-0073-43050 - 4,000 - -
Recreation/Lap Swim Passes 101-230-0073-43060 78,475 68,000 68,000 68,000
Swimming Lessons 101-230-0073-43070 61,683 85,000 85,000 85,000
Swimming Pool Rentals 101-230-0073-43080 33,040 36,000 36,000 36,000
Plan Check Code Compliance 101-300-0030-43170 9,759 3,000 1,000 1,000
Plan Check Energy Code Com. 101-300-0030-43180 14,926 4,000 8,000 6,000
Special Services Fee 101-300-0031-43210 15,655 6,000 6,000 6,000
Administration Citation 101-300-0031-43310 100 500 1,000 500
Senior Nutrition Transportation 101-400-0016-43370 3,056 4,800 1,000 1,000
Sport Fees 101-400-0071-43030 15,199 13,000 16,000 15,000
Leisure Program Fees 101-400-0072-43010 222,182 185,000 200,000 185,000
Recreation Cleaning Fees 101-400-0072-43040 4,485 5,000 4,000 4,000
Recreation Facilities Rent 101-400-0072-43050 129,483 120,000 107,000 105,000
Tennis Center Services 101-400-0074-43090 374,242 300,000 330,000 280,000
Pro Shop Sales 101-400-0074-43100 6,596 16,000 8,000 5,000
DPW Permit Application Fees 101-500-0042-43220 27,568 22,000 25,000 25,000
Engineering Inspection Fee 101-500-0042-43230 12,755 10,000 8,000 8,000
Engineering Plan Check 101-500-0042-43235 44,482 40,000 45,000 40,000
Engineering Permit Fee 101-500-0042-43240 4,894 4,000 6,000 5,000
Street Sweeping Services 101-500-0044-43110 51,452 54,000 54,000 54,000
Tree Trimming Services 101-500-0049-43120 39,704 39,000 39,000 39,000
Refuse Services 101-500-0051-43250 1,404,009 1,400,000 1,300,000 1,400,000
Reimburse for Miscellaneous Service 101-500-0051-43390 62,700 56,000 50,000 56,000
Total Charges for Services 3,322,561$ 2,997,600$ 3,279,240$ 3,276,600$
Fines and Forfeitures
Municipal Code Violations 101-000-0000-44100 42,306$ 4,000$ 5,200$ 4,000$
Vehicle Code Violations 101-000-0000-44200 88,608 80,000 85,000 85,000
Animal Citations 101-210-0036-44400 - 27,000 - 9,100
Unclaimed Property 101-000-0000-44300 9,975 5,000 7,500 7,000
48
REVENUE DETAIL
BY ACCOUNT/BY FUND - ALL FUNDS
Amended Estimated
Revenue Account Actual Budget Actual Budget
Source Number FY 2021-22 FY 2022-23 FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24
FY 2023-2024
GENERAL FUND, CONTINUED
Parking Citations 101-210-0025-44400 1,730,339 1,801,500 1,600,000 1,900,000
1,871,228$ 1,917,500$ 1,697,700$ 2,005,100$
Use of Money and Property
Interest on Investments 101-000-0000-45100 273,620$ 400,000$ 400,000$ 420,000$
Unrealized Gain/Loss on Investment 101-000-0000-45200 (2,143,300) - - -
Rental of Property 101-000-0000-45300 46,596 25,000 34,000 34,000
Rental of Property - Telecom 101-000-0000-45400 224,982 250,000 225,000 250,000
Total Use of Money and Property (1,598,102)$ 675,000$ 659,000$ 704,000$
Transfers
Sewer Overhead 101-000-0000-46800 293,500$ 293,500$ 293,500$ 293,500$
Water Overhead 101-000-0000-46900 440,000 440,000 440,000 440,000
Transfer In - Operational 101-000-0000-49200 106,600 191,200 191,200 191,200
Total Transfers 840,100$ 924,700$ 924,700$ 924,700$
Other Revenues
Fuel Royalties 101-000-0000-47000 24,406$ 13,000$ 20,000$ 20,000$
Damaged Property 101-000-0000-47050 37,667 15,000 19,800 20,000
Insurance Reimbursement 101-000-0000-47100 3,000 - - -
Settlement/Court Judgement 101-000-0000-47500 - - 974,039 -
Sale of Property Proceeds 101-000-0000-47850 - - - -
Sale of Surplus Property 101-000-0000-47900 27,442 10,000 1,000 1,000
Cash Over/Short 101-000-0000-47950 32 - - -
Miscellaneous Revenue 101-000-0000-47995 14,871 3,000 1,300 1,300
Miscellaneous Revenue 101-210-0021-47995 1,243 - 75 -
Subpoena Fees 101-210-0022-47300 2,627 1,000 1,800 1,500
Citation Sign Off 101-210-0023-47200 159 200 2,000 200
Vehicle Release 101-210-0023-47250 54,988 120,000 50,000 50,000
Miscellaneous Revenue 101-210-0023-47995 229 200 300 200
Subpoena Fees 101-300-0030-47300 - - 275 -
Total Other Revenues: 166,664$ 162,400$ 1,070,589$ 94,200$
Total General Fund - 101 44,545,591$ 40,746,400$ 42,173,210$ 42,154,700$
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
Leased Facilities - 102
Rental of Property 102-150-0802-45300 156,758$ 160,900$ 100,000$ 100,000$
Total Leased Facilities - 102 156,758$ 160,900$ 100,000$ 100,000$
Special Projects - 103
AB109 103-210-0223-47418 479$ 2,400$ -$-$
5K/10K - Marine Safety 103-230-0228-47405 2,300 - 3,300 -
Plan Archival - Building 103-300-0231-47406 9,177 6,000 8,500 7,000
General Plan - Building 103-300-0231-47412 74,380 55,000 70,000 60,000
GIS - Building 103-300-0231-47416 50,830 45,000 45,000 45,000
Technical Training 103-300-0231-47419 3,204 2,000 3,000 2,000
Automation 103-300-0231-47421 2,640 - - -
Business License ADA Fee 103-300-0231-47422 9,230 5,000 - -
5K/10K - Recreation 103-400-0270-47423 - 10,000 - -
Plan Archival - Engineering 103-500-0242-47407 6,907 6,000 2,000 2,000
Engineering Plan Check - I405 103-500-0242-47413 455 - - -
Resource/recycling/recovery 103-500-0242-47417 6,390 - 33,074 6,000
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CITY COUNCIL
PROGRAM: 0010 City Council
FUND: 101 General Fund
Amended Estimated
Account Actual Budget Actual Budget
Description Number FY 2021-22 FY 2022-23 FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24
PERSONNEL SERVICES
Part-Time Salaries 101-100-0010-50030 34,964$ 32,400$ 32,400$ 32,400$
PARS Retirement 101-100-0010-50540 421 400 421 421
Medicare Insurance 101-100-0010-50570 470 500 470 476
TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES 35,855$ 33,300$ 33,291$ 33,297$
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS
Council Discretionary - District 1 101-100-0010-51101 -$ 40,000$ 40,000$ 20,000$
Council Discretionary - District 2 101-100-0010-51102 29,622 50,288 50,288 20,000
Council Discretionary - District 3 101-100-0010-51103 633 46,252 46,252 20,000
Council Discretionary - District 4 101-100-0010-51104 17,560 22,440 22,440 20,000
Council Discretionary - District 5 101-100-0010-51105 701 39,299 39,299 20,000
Office Supplies 101-100-0010-51200 645 1,000 1,000 1,000
Memberships and Dues 101-100-0010-51230 11,485 19,000 25,437 25,437
Training and Meetings 101-100-0010-51240 1,482 11,000 11,000 11,000
Contract Professional 101-100-0010-51280 - 27,900 30,800 27,900
Special Departmental 101-100-0010-52200 25 3,000 3,000 3,000
TOTAL MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS 62,154$ 260,179$ 269,516$ 168,337$
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 98,009$ 293,479$ 302,807$ 201,634$
Explanation of Significant Accounts:
Memberships and Dues 101-100-0010-51230
Training and Meetings 101-100-0010-51240
Special Departmental 101-100-0010-52200
Contract Professional 101-100-0010-51280
FY 2023-2024
Southern California Association of Government, League of
California Cities, Orange County Council of Governments,
and Miscellaneous
Meetings and training include, but not limited to annual
training conferences, mileage, and general meetings of the
City Council
Miscellaneous events
Strategic Workshops, Media Training, and Miscellaneous
86
CITY ANA
PROGRAM: 0011 City Manager
FUND: 101 General Fund
Amended Estimated
Account Actual Budget Actual Budget
Description Number FY 2021-22 FY 2022-23 FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24
PERSONNEL SERVICES
Regular Salaries - on-S orn 101-110-0011-50020 373,083$ 358,000$ 370,025$ 365,105$
Part-Time Salaries 101-110-0011-50030 9,456 - - -
Overtime - on-S orn 101-110-0011-50060 - - 369 -
Overtime - Part-Time 101-110-0011-50070 - - - -
Auto Allo ance 101-110-0011-50130 5,546 5,500 5,580 5,250
Cell Phone Allo ance 101-110-0011-50140 2,418 1,500 1,498 1,425
Cafeteria Ta able 101-110-0011-50170 1,558 700 957 888
Comptime uy Payout 101-110-0011-50180 541 - - 1,100
acation uy Payout 101-110-0011-50190 23,071 19,300 20,569 23,781
ealth and Wellness Program 101-110-0011-50220 1,493 1,400 2,118 1,308
Tuition Reimbursement 101-110-0011-50500 - - 5,742 12,000
Deferred Compensation 101-110-0011-50520 19,677 16,900 19,703 16,592
P RS Retirement 101-110-0011-50530 138,110 140,600 131,213 127,173
Medical Insurance 101-110-0011-50550 32,450 27,700 28,169 29,856
AFLAC Insurance - Cafeteria 101-110-0011-50560 381 300 254 -
Medicare Insurance 101-110-0011-50570 6,263 5,800 6,032 6,005
Life and Disability 101-110-0011-50580 2,370 1,800 2,654 1,923
Fle ible Spending - Cafeteria 101-110-0011-50600 866 800 374 -
TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES 617,282$ 580,300$ 595,257$ 592,406$
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS
Office Supplies 101-110-0011-51200 3,170$ 3,000$ 3,000$ 3,000$
Memberships and Dues 101-110-0011-51230 4,155 7,500 7,500 7,500
Training and Meetings 101-110-0011-51240 4,193 10,000 10,000 10,000
Contract Professional 101-110-0011-51280 21,650 35,000 15,000 35,000
Special Departmental 101-110-0011-52200 3,925 12,697 3,000 10,000
TOTAL MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS 37,093$ 68,197$ 38,500$ 65,500$
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 654,375$ 648,497$ 633,757$ 657,906$
Explanation of Significant Accounts:
Memberships and Dues 101-110-0011-51230
Training and Meetings 101-110-0011-51240
Contract Professional Services 101-110-0011-51280
Special Departmental 101-110-0011-52200
Orange County City Managers Assoc , International
City County Mgmt Assoc , CA City Mgmt , Assoc , CA
Assoc of Public Information Officials, League of CA Cities,
Public mployers Labor Relations Association, American
Society for Public Admin, 3CMA, and MMASC
League of California Cities, Orange County City Managers
Assoc , International City County Management Association,
California Association of Public Information Officials,
California oint Po ers Insurance Authority, MMASC, and
3CMA
Pop up City all, allo een, Christmas Parade, and
Miscellaneous
FY 2023-2024
Communication, Media Training, and Consultant Services
93
FINANC
PROGRAM: 001 Finance
FUND: 101 General Fund
Amended Estimated
Account Actual Budget Actual Budget
Description Number FY 2021-22 FY 2022-23 FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24
PERSONNEL SERVICES
Regular Salaries - on-S orn 101-140-0017-50020 369,063$ 446,200$ 447,176$ 472,599$
Part-Time Salaries 101-140-0017-50030 44,637 28,400 34,477 22,689
Overtime - on-S orn 101-140-0017-50060 2,861 1,000 377 1,000
Auto Allo ance 101-140-0017-50130 945 2,900 2,956 2,940
Cell Phone Allo ance 101-140-0017-50140 987 1,200 1,267 1,260
Cafeteria Ta able 101-140-0017-50170 9,149 7,600 8,343 6,139
Comptime uy Payout 101-140-0017-50180 798 - 4,544 -
acation uy Payout 101-140-0017-50190 27,692 5,300 27,769 19,445
Sick uy Payout 101-140-0017-50200 4,622 - 380 -
Medical Waiver 101-140-0017-50210 - - 2,932 2,145
ealth and Wellness Program 101-140-0017-50220 2,305 2,200 2,305 -
Deferred Compensation 101-140-0017-50520 9,668 13,000 12,139 13,939
P RS Retirement 101-140-0017-50530 102,886 180,600 154,134 123,527
PARS Retirement 101-140-0017-50540 5 400 213 295
Medical Insurance 101-140-0017-50550 41,562 62,900 27,534 75,344
Medicare Insurance 101-140-0017-50570 6,784 7,300 7,035 7,848
Life and Disability 101-140-0017-50580 3,157 3,700 3,200 3,967
Fle ible Spending - Cafeteria 101-140-0017-50600 1,852 - 1,597 905
nemployment 101-140-0017-50610 8,364 - 2,700 -
Retiree ealth Savings 101-140-0017-50620 3,187 - --
TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES 640,522$ 762,700$ 741,078$ 754,041$
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS
Office Supplies 101-140-0017-51200 5,786$ 5,000$ 5,600$ 5,500$
Public Legal otices 101-140-0017-51210 795 800 800 800
Memberships and Dues 101-140-0017-51230 670 900 1,840 1,840
Training and Meetings 101-140-0017-51240 747 3,200 2,975 11,500
Contract Professional 101-140-0017-51280 194,871 166,500 185,680 184,300
Special Departmental 101-140-0017-52200 12,815 17,700 14,625 18,175
TOTAL MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS 215,685$ 194,100$ 211,520$ 222,115$
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 856,207$ 956,800$ 952,598$ 976,156$
FY 2023-2024
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PROGRAM: 0022 PD Field Ser ices
FUND: 101 General Fund
Amended Estimated
Account Actual Budget Actual Budget
Description Number FY 2021-22 FY 2022-23 FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24
PERSONNEL SERVICES
Regular Salaries - S orn 101-210-0022-50010 5,143,610$ 5,137,200$ 5,289,837$ 5,208,722$
Part-Time Salaries 101-210-0022-50030 1,400 - - -
Overtime - S orn 101-210-0022-50050 641,605 370,000 574,677 400,000
Special Pay 101-210-0022-50080 5,757 10,000 - -
oliday Pay 101-210-0022-50120 341,209 349,900 312,956 350,562
Cell Phone Allo ance 101-210-0022-50140 13,117 11,400 11,734 15,818
niform Allo ance 101-210-0022-50150 57,505 45,600 47,698 45,570
Annual ducation 101-210-0022-50160 155,959 147,700 161,623 147,977
Cafeteria Ta able 101-210-0022-50170 46,254 25,300 29,453 21,946
Comptime uy Payout 101-210-0022-50180 8,785 18,800 18,800 8,757
acation uy Payout 101-210-0022-50190 91,913 78,600 99,671 56,111
Sick Payout 101-210-0022-50200 46,495 - 61,772 -
Medical Waiver 101-210-0022-50210 64,785 18,400 21,127 -
ealth and Wellness Program 101-210-0022-50220 - 900 1,700 850
Tuition Reimbursement 101-210-0022-50500 11,550 8,000 8,000 16,000
Deferred Compensation 101-210-0022-50520 8,093 8,300 8,109 8,731
P RS Retirement 101-210-0022-50530 2,605,022 2,895,000 2,897,392 3,028,040
PARS Retirement 101-210-0022-50540 44 - - -
Medical Insurance 101-210-0022-50550 627,299 625,700 684,958 756,772
AFLAC Insurance - Cafeteria 101-210-0022-50560 5,992 6,000 5,718 661
Medicare Insurance 101-210-0022-50570 96,433 90,400 97,205 90,864
Life and Disability 101-210-0022-50580 35,429 36,200 38,807 37,062
Fle ible Spending - Cafeteria 101-210-0022-50600 3,086 4,200 3,776 1,662
TOTAL PERSONNEL SERVICES 10,011,344$ 9,887,600$ 10,375,013$ 10,196,102$
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS
Training and Meetings 101-210-0022-51240 48,779$ 50,000$ 49,500$ 55,000$
TOTAL MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS 48,779$ 50,000$ 49,500$ 55,000$
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 10,060,123$ 9,937,600$ 10,424,513$ 10,251,102$
Explanation of Significant Accounts:
Training and Meetings 101-210-0022-51240
FY 2023-2024
on-POST and POST training, legislatively mandated, CA
Peace Officers Assoc , OCSD, F I, CSTI, Command College,
Tri-Counties Traffic, arcotics, ecutive Development,
Se ual arrasement, Management Racial Profiling, Firearms,
C P T , First Aid CPR, Role of the Chief, Performa Intervie -
Interrogation, Domestic iolence, se of Force Driver
Training, C Ops, Armorer, Reserve Coordinator Tactical
Communications, ALPR, PO R, and Peer Support Program
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Revenue Account Budget MID YEAR
Source Number FY 2023-24 FY 2023-24
Other Revenues
Fuel Royalties 101-000-0000-47000 20000.00 20000.00
Damaged Property 101-000-0000-47050 20000.00 20000.00
Insurance Reimbursement 101-000-0000-47100 0.00 1543218.00
Settlement/Court Judgement 101-000-0000-47101 0.00 0.00
Sale of Surplus Property 101-000-0000-47900 1000.00 1000.00
Cash Over/Short 101-000-0000-47950 0.00 0.00
Miscellaneous Revenue 101-000-0000-47995 1300.00 1300.00
Miscellaneous Revenue 101-210-0021-47995 0.00 15.00
Subpoena Fees 101-210-0022-47300 1500.00 1300.00
Citation Sign Off 101-210-0023-47200 200.00 100.00
Vehicle Release 101-210-0023-47250 50000.00 55000.00
Miscellaneous Revenue 101-210-0023-47995 200.00 600.00
Subpoena Fees 101-300-0030-47300 0.00 0.00
Total Other Revenues:94200.00 1642533.00
Amended Estimated
Revenue Account Budget MID YEAR
Source Number FY 2023-24 FY 2023-24
Other Taxes
Business License 101-000-0000-40600 650000.00 660000.00
Excise Tax 101-000-0000-40700 800.00 0.00
Barrel Tax 101-000-0000-40800 200000.00 160000.00
Total Taxes 850800.00 820000.00
Amended Estimated
Revenue Account Budget MID YEAR
Source Number FY 2023-24 FY 2023-24
Charges for Services
Recreation Service Charges 101-000-0000-43020 4000.00 4000.00
Recreation/Lap Swim Passes 101-000-0000-43060 700.00 0.00
Alarm Fees 101-000-0000-43130 30000.00 25000.00
Planning Fees 101-000-0000-43140 80000.00 85000.00
Plan Check Fees 101-000-0000-43150 260000.00 300000.00
Admin Fee - Construction/Demo 101-000-0000-43160 1800.00 1800.00
Transportation Permit Fees 101-000-0000-43190 1500.00 1344.00
Bus Sheltering Advertising 101-000-0000-43200 48600.00 45900.00
Film Location Fees 101-000-0000-43320 4000.00 20000.00
Sale of Printed Material 101-000-0000-43330 9000.00 1000.00
Special Events 101-000-0000-43340 6000.00 6000.00
Charging Station Revenue 101-000-0000-43350 6000.00 6000.00
Returned Check Fee 101-000-0000-43380 100.00 100.00
Reimburse for Misc Service 101-000-0000-43390 30000.00 30000.00
Late Charge 101-000-0000-43450 3000.00 5000.00
Election Fees 101-120-0013-43360 300.00 300.00
Traffic Report - Electronic 101-210-0023-43260 18000.00 18000.00
Reimburse for Miscellaneous Service 101-210-0024-43390 0.00 0.00
Parking Meters 101-210-0025-43300 349100.00 80000.00
Recreation/Lap Swim Passes 101-230-0073-43060 68000.00 55000.00
Swimming Lessons 101-230-0073-43070 85000.00 90000.00
Swimming Pool Rentals 101-230-0073-43080 36000.00 45000.00
Plan Check Code Compliance 101-300-0030-43170 1000.00 2200.00
Plan Check Energy Code Com.101-300-0030-43180 6000.00 9000.00
Special Services Fee 101-300-0031-43210 6000.00 6000.00
Administration Citation 101-300-0031-43310 500.00 2000.00
Senior Nutrition Transportation 101-400-0016-43370 1000.00 3300.00
Sport Fees 101-400-0071-43030 15000.00 18000.00
Leisure Program Fees 101-400-0072-43010 185000.00 185000.00
Recreation Cleaning Fees 101-400-0072-43040 4000.00 5000.00
Recreation Facilities Rent 101-400-0072-43050 105000.00 105000.00
Tennis Center Services 101-400-0074-43090 280000.00 400000.00
Pro Shop Sales 101-400-0074-43100 5000.00 2600.00
DPW Permit Application Fees 101-500-0042-43220 25000.00 13838.00
Engineering Inspection Fee 101-500-0042-43230 8000.00 1592.03
Engineering Plan Check 101-500-0042-43235 40000.00 14808.00
Engineering Permit Fee 101-500-0042-43240 5000.00 3154.00
Street Sweeping Services 101-500-0044-43110 54000.00 49000.00
Tree Trimming Services 101-500-0049-43120 39000.00 37900.00
Refuse Services 101-500-0051-43250 1400000.00 1350000.00
Refuse Services - Delayed 101-500-0051-43251 0.00
Reimburse for Miscellaneous Service 101-500-0051-43390 56000.00 54000.00
Total Charges for Services 3276600.00 3081836.03
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Gloria Harper
From:Jill Ingram
Sent:Monday, April 8, 2024 4:11 PM
Cc:Executive Team; Brandon DeCriscio
Subject:RE: Budget Update
BCC: CITY COUNCIL
In response to Lisa Landau’s question below regarding Item E (Mid-Year Budget Update), the
unrealized parking revenue of $269,100 is for a reduction in parking meter revenue for the existing
parking meters on Main Street from the adopted budget to anticipated year end.
Any additional questions will be addressed following staff’s presentation tonight.
Thank you,
Jill
Jill R. Ingram
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Hi Jill
On page 2 of the staff report, 1st paragraph can you please explain what the unrealized parking revenue of
$269,100 is?
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Agenda Item A
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:April 8, 2024
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
FROM:Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
SUBJECT:Approval of the March 25, 2024, City Council Minutes
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SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council approve the minutes of the Closed Session and Regular City
Council meetings held on March 25, 2024.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
This section does not apply.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
There is no environmental impact related to this item.
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
No legal analysis is required for this item.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact for this item.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is not applicable to the Strategic Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council approve the minutes of the Closed Session and Regular City
Council meetings held on March 25, 2024.
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SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Gloria D. Harper Jill R. Ingram
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
Prepared by: Brandon DeCriscio, Deputy City Clerk
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Minutes – Closed Session, March 25, 2024
B. Minutes – Regular Session, March 25, 2024
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Seal Beach, California
March 25, 2024
The City Council met in Closed Session at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Sustarsic
Council Members: Moore, Landau, Kalmick, Steele
Absent: None
City Staff: Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney
Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
Patrick Gallegos, Assistant City Manager
Barbara Arenado, Director of Finance/City Treasurer
Iris Lee, Director of Public Works
Alexa Smittle, Community Development Director
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Sustarsic opened oral communications. Speakers: None. Mayor Sustarsic closed
oral communications.
CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Government Code §54957.6
City Negotiator(s): City Manager Jill R. Ingram and Assistant City Manager Patrick
Gallegos
Employee Organization(s):
Police Officers Association
Police Management Association
Seal Beach Supervisors and Professionals Association
Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
B. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Government Code §54957(b)
Title: City Manager
C. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
Government Code Section 54956.8
4197 Ironwood Avenue, Seal Beach, CA 90740
Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
City negotiators: Alexa Smittle, Community Development Director
Negotiating parties: Xiagang Pan
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Sustarsic adjourned the Closed Session meeting at 6:57 p.m.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
City of Seal Beach
Approved:
Schelly Sustarsic, Mayor
Attested:
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Seal Beach, California
March 25, 2024
The City Council met in Regular Session at 7:08 p.m. in the City Council Chamber.
Council Member Moore led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Sustarsic
Council Members: Kalmick, Moore, Steele, Landau
Absent: None
City Staff: Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney
Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
Michael Henderson, Police Chief
Joe Bailey, Marine Safety Chief
Alexa Smittle, Director of Community Development
Barbara Arenado, Director of Finance/City Treasurer
Iris Lee, Director of Public Works
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Craig Covey, Orange County Fire Authority, Division Chief - Division 1
Michael Ezroj, Police Captain
Nicholas Nicholas, Police Captain
Kathryne Cho, Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Tim Kelsey, Recreation Manager
David Spitz, Associate Engineer
Lauren Barich, Management Analyst
PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITIONS
•San Gabriel River Trash Mitigation Initiative Grant Funds Presentation –
Orange County Board of Supervisor Andrew Do, First District
•National Tsunami Preparedness Week Proclamation - March 24 – 29, 2024
•City of Seal Beach Dump Day Debrief Presentation
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Sustarsic opened oral communications. Speakers: Barna Layson, Surbni, Maddie
Merrill, Bill De Witt, Patty Campbell, Patty Senecal, Donna Biery, Wei Finaly, Hope
Horning. Mayor Sustarsic closed oral communications.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA & WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND
ORDINANCES
Mayor Pro Tem Landau pulled items H and J for separate consideration.
Mayor Sustarsic pulled items D and F for separate consideration.
One (1) supplemental communication was received after the posting of the agenda; it was
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distributed to the City Council and made available to the public.
Council Member Steele moved, second by Council Member Moore, to approve the
agenda.
AYES: Kalmick, Landau, Moore, Steele, Sustarsic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney Ghirelli reported that the City Council met in Closed Session regarding the
three (3) items on the posted agenda. All five (5) Council Members were present, and no
reportable action was taken.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Ingram had no items to report.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Council Member Kalmick reported his attendance at the Orange County Fire Authority
(OCFA) Open House, a Rivers and Mountains Conservancy meeting, Seal Beach City
Hall Courtyard Beautification Project Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, the State of the Base
Briefing at the Naval Weapons Station and an OCFA Legislative Committee Meeting. He
announced that the second meeting of the San Gabriel River Working Group is scheduled
for Tuesday, March 26, 2024, in the Council Chambers.
Council Member Moore reported his attendance at a Golden Rain Foundation (GRF)
Working Group meeting, and the College Park East Town Hall meeting.
Council Member Steele reported that he met with Peter Francks, who tendered his
resignation from the Seal Beach Cable Communications Foundation, effective
immediately. He noted that a new appointment will be forthcoming.
Council Member Steele also reported his attendance at the Golden Rain Foundation
(GRF) Working Group meeting, and the College Park East Town Hall meeting. He noted
that he is a member of the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control Board and that
in the past year, there were nine (9) cases of dengue fever in Orange County. He also
reported that he serves on the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control Finance and
Public Relations Boards and announced that the Public Relations Board will kick-off their
Annual Public Relations Campaign in April. He recommended following the Orange
County Mosquito and Vector Control District on Facebook and stated that the platform is
helpful, but not as legendary as the Seal Beach Police Department social media
platforms.
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Council Member Steele concluded his remarks by reminding everyone that this week is
Holy Week, and that the week is not about the crucifixion on Good Friday, but about the
Resurrection on Easter Sunday and noted that the story of Jesus’ crucifixion and
resurrection can be read near the end of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John in the New
Testament of the Bible.
Mayor Pro Tem Landau stated that Run Seal Beach was a huge success. She addressed
residents’ concerns regarding the event. She reported that she received several emails
and texts from residents regarding street closures, noting that many residents were stuck
in the city due to the closures. She sent the concerns to City Manager Ingram, who
immediately forwarded them to Police Chief Henderson for a response. She thanked
Chief Henderson for his timely response. She read an excerpt from Chief Henderson’s
response regarding the importance of safety within the community and noted that the
police department and City do listen and that no question is ever too small.
Mayor Sustarsic reported that on March 8, 2024, she attended McGaugh’s Pageant of
the Arts. She also reported her attendance at a Rossmoor Community Services District
meeting regarding parking and traffic on Montecito Road and Shakespeare Drive. She
noted that all the proposals received a majority “No” vote from residents. She also
reported her attendance at the Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce networking breakfast,
Run Seal Beach, Seal Beach City Hall Courtyard Beautification Project Ribbon Cutting
Ceremony, the State of the Base Briefing at the Naval Weapons Station, the Association
of California Cities-Orange County (ACC-OC) Mayoral Round Table, and the College
Park East Town Hall. She thanked City Manager Ingram, Director of Finance Arenado,
Police Chief Henderson, Police Captain Nicholas, Police Lieutenant Hendrix, Police
Seargent Gray, Director of Public Works Lee, and Community Development Director
Smittle for attending the Town Hall. Lastly, Mayor Sustarsic reported her attendance at
Los Alamitos High School for the visit of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
(WASC) regarding the school’s accreditation.
COUNCIL ITEMS - None
CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of the March 11, 2024, City Council Minutes - That the City Council
approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on March 11, 2024.
B. Demands on City Treasury (Fiscal Year 2024) March 25, 2024 - Ratification.
C. Monthly Investment Report (February 29, 2024) - Receive and file.
D. Council Appointment to the Recreation and Parks Commission – District Four -
It is at the request of Mayor Sustarsic that the City Council appoint William Holliday De
Witt II to the Recreation and Parks Commission, as a representative for District Four.
E. 2023 Annual General Plan Progress Report - That the City Council receive and file
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the 2023 Annual General Plan Progress Report (APR) and authorize staff to submit the
APR to the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the
Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR), as required by State law.
F. Approval of a Sale Contract for 4197 Ironwood Avenue - That the City Council
adopt Resolution 7490: 1. Authorizing the sale of 4197 Ironwood Avenue, Seal Beach,
CA to the highest qualified bidder; and, 2. Acceptance of net revenues into the General
Fund Reserve, which will be restricted for stormwater network improvements; and, 3.
Authorizing the City Manager to take any necessary action to execute the sale of the
property.
G. Accepting Grant Funds and Authorizing Execution of Agreement with the
County of Orange for the San Gabriel River Trash Mitigation Initiative and
Approving Budget Amendment BA #24-09-01 - That the City Council adopt
Resolution 7499: 1. Accepting an award of grant funds in the amount of $525,000 from
the County of Orange for the San Gabriel River Trash Mitigation Initiative; and, 2.
Approving Budget Amendment BA #24-09-01 recognizing $525,000 to account 217-
500-0375-42400, and appropriating $525,000 to account 217-500-0375-51280; and, 3.
Authorizing the City Manager or her designee to execute the Agreement with the
County of Orange, amendments and other related documents, and to utilize the funds
for and take such other actions associated with the implementation of the San Gabriel
River Trash Mitigation Initiative and other applicable beach clean-up efforts.
H. Approving and Authorizing Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services
Agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. for Water and Wastewater
Financial Planning Services - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7500: 1.
Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Raftelis
Financial Consultants, Inc. dated June 23, 2023, to provide additional Water and
Wastewater Financial Planning Services; increase compensation for such additional
services by $48,352 for a revised total contract not-to-exceed amount of $135,767; and
extend the term to December 31, 2024; and, 2. Authorizing and directing the City
Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 on behalf of the City.
I. Awarding and Authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Silsby
Strategic Advisors, Inc. for the San Gabriel River Trash Mitigation Initiative - That
the City Council adopt Resolution 7501: 1. Approving and awarding a Professional
Services Agreement with Silsby Strategic Advisors, Inc. in a not-to-exceed amount of
$144,000 to provide strategic support services for the San Gabriel River Trash
Mitigation Initiative; and, 2. Authorizing and directing the City Manager to execute the
Professional Services Agreement; and, 3. Authorizing the City Manager to approve
additional work requests up to $15,000 in connection with the San Gabriel River Trash
Mitigation Initiative.
J. Ratifying the Declaration of Emergency, Approval of Emergency First Street
Parking Lot Repair and Dispensing with Public Bidding Requirements, Approval
of Emergency First Street Parking Lot Geotechnical Evaluation, Approval of
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Notice of Completion, and Authorization to Approve Payments for the Emergency
First Street Parking Lot Repair and Geotechnical Evaluation - That the City
Council adopt Resolution 7502: 1. Declaring that the Emergency First Street Parking
Lot Repair, CIP EM2403, was necessary for the immediate preservation of life, health
and property of the City, and therefore ratifying the declaration by the Public Works
Director that the Emergency First Street Parking Lot Repair, CIP EM2403, was of urgent
necessity for the immediate preservation of life, health and property; and, 2. Authorizing
the City Manager to execute a purchase order with Hardy & Harper, Inc. for the
Emergency First Street Parking Lot Repair, CIP EM2403, in the amount of $49,535
under an existing on-call agreement with Hardy & Harper, Inc. without advertising for
bids; and, 3. Accepting the work to the Emergency First Street Parking Lot Repair, CIP
EM2403, by Hardy and Harper, Inc. in the amount of $49,535; and, 4. Directing the City
Clerk to file a “Notice of Completion” with the Orange County Clerk-Recorder within 15
days of the date of approval of the resolution and to release retention 35 days after the
recordation of the Notice of Completion contingent upon no claims being filed on the
Project; and, 5. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchase order with GMU
Geotechnical, Inc. for the Emergency First Street Parking Lot Geotechnical Evaluation
in connection the Emergency First Street Parking Lot Repair, CIP EM2403, in the
amount of $15,600; and, 6. Approving Budget Amendment BA #24-09-02 in the amount
of $66,000.
K. Acceptance of Tree Donation from Trees for Seal Beach - That the City Council
adopt Resolution 7503: 1. Accepting a donation from Trees for Seal Beach of thirty-
three (33) trees, valued at $12,425, for City-wide tree reforestation; and, 2. Authorizing
the City Manager, or her designee, to accept thirty-three (33) trees from Trees for Seal
Beach, and to direct the City Arborist to install the trees at appropriate locations
throughout the City.
L. Awarding and Authorizing Execution of a Public Works Agreement with HZS
Engineering Inc. dba HZS Construction, for the Pier Concrete Abutment
Restoration, CIP BP2201 - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7504: 1. Approving
the plans, specifications, and contract documents for the Pier Concrete Abutment
Restoration, CIP BP2201; and, 2. Approving and awarding a Public Works Agreement
to HZS Engineering Inc. dba HZS Construction in the amount of $567,300; incorporating
the corrections set forth in HZS Construction’s March 19, 2024 letter; waiving any and
all minor bid irregularities; and rejecting all other bids; and, 3. Authorizing the City
Manager to execute a Public Works Agreement for construction services to HZS
Engineering Inc. dba HZS Construction; and, 4. Authorizing the City Manager to
approve additional work requests up to $19,766 and inspection services up to $11,200
in connection with the Project, in the cumulative not-to-exceed amount of $30,966.
M. Seeking City Council approval to Purchase Noise Flash Diversionary Devices
Pursuant to the City’s “Military Equipment” Use Policy and State Law - That the
City Council adopt Resolution 7505 to approve the purchase of Noise Flash
Diversionary Devices (NFDD) for the Seal Beach Police Department (“SBPD”), pursuant
to the City’s “military equipment” use policy.
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N. Accepting an Award of Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds and Authorizing
for the Purchase of Equipment or Services or for Reimbursement of Funds for the
City of Seal Beach Hazard Mitigation Plan Update - That the City Council adopt
Resolution 7506: 1. Accepting an award of federal grant funds from the Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program (“HMGP”) in an amount up to $120,541.50 from the
Department of Homeland Security - Federal Emergency Management Agency (“FEMA”)
as the Federal obligation for 75% of the project cost ($160,722.00) and authorizing use
of “in-kind” staff time to match the 25% cost share of $40,180.50; and, 2. Authorizing the
City Manager and/or Chief of Police to execute all agreements and forms and to take
any further actions necessary for the purpose of obtaining the grant funds under the
HMGP provided by the FEMA and sub-granted through the California Office of
Emergency Services (“Cal OES”).
Council Member Kalmick moved, second by Council Member Steele, to approve the
recommended actions on the consent calendar with the exception of items D, F, H,
and J.
The vote below is for the Consent Calendar Items with the exception of items D, F, H,
and J.
AYES: Kalmick, Landau, Moore, Steele, Sustarsic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
D. Council Appointment to the Recreation and Parks Commission – District Four -
It is at the request of Mayor Sustarsic that the City Council appoint William Holliday De
Witt II to the Recreation and Parks Commission, as a representative for District Four.
Mayor Sustarsic expressed her gratitude to Mr. De Witt for his decision to join the
Recreation and Parks Commission. She introduced him to the City Council and the
community and thanked former Recreation and Parks Commissioner Ann Saks for her
service to the Commission and to the community.
Mayor Sustarsic moved, second by Mayor Pro Tem Landau, to approve item D.
AYES: Kalmick, Landau, Moore, Steele, Sustarsic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
F. Approval of a Sale Contract for 4197 Ironwood Avenue - That the City Council
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adopt Resolution 7490: 1. Authorizing the sale of 4197 Ironwood Avenue, Seal Beach,
CA to the highest qualified bidder; and, 2. Acceptance of net revenues into the General
Fund Reserve, which will be restricted for stormwater network improvements; and, 3.
Authorizing the City Manager to take any necessary action to execute the sale of the
property.
City Manager Ingram introduced Community Development Director Smittle, who gave an
overview of the staff report and resolution. Community Development Director Smittle
turned the presentation over to Mohammed Baghdadi, President of Westridge
Commercial Inc., to provide information on the offers received on the property.
A dialogue ensued between the Council Members, Director Lee and Director Smittle
regarding the cost and some specifics about stormwater drain improvement projects.
Mayor Pro Tem Landau and Mayor Sustarsic stated that they were in favor of keeping the
house.
Additionally, Community Development Director Smittle provided information on how
Community Facilities Districts (CFDs) work and could potentially be utilized. She stated
she would conduct research into CFDs to determine if an option is available. Lastly,
Director of Finance Arenado explained that past and future funds would be a part of the
General Fund should the house be sold.
Council Members Steele, Moore, and Kalmick stated they were in favor of selling the
property.
Council Member Moore suggested the creation of an Ad Hoc Committee to study flooding
in the community. Council Member Steele agreed and suggested the creation of an Ad
Hoc Committee to study methods to procure finances to be used for stormwater drain
improvement projects.
City Attorney Ghirelli advised that the agenda item is for the sale of property; therefore,
an Ad Hoc Committee could not be created at this meeting but could be agendized for
the next meeting.
Council Member Moore moved, second by Council Member Steele, to direct staff to
agendize the creation of a City-wide Storm Drain Ad Hoc Committee for the next agenda.
City Manager Ingram requested and was granted additional time to agendize the item.
City Clerk Harper took a roll call vote:
AYES: Kalmick, Landau, Moore, Steele, Sustarsic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
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Mayor Pro Tem Landau moved, second by Mayor Sustarsic, to not sell the property
located at 4197 Ironwood Avenue.
City Clerk Harper took a roll call vote:
AYES: Landau, Sustarsic
NOES: Kalmick, Moore, Steele
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion failed
Council Member Steele moved, second by Council Member Kalmick, to sell the property,
in accordance with revised Resolution 7490. Mayor Pro Tem Landau added an
amendment to include reserving the funds for stormwater drainage improvements in
College Park East. Council Member Steele accepted the amendment. Council Member
Moore withdrew his support of selling the property. Council Member Steele withdrew his
motion.
Citty Attorney Ghirelli advised that an amended motion could be made to add a new
section to Resolution 7490 to clarify that funds generated from the sale of 4197 Ironwood
Avenue be set aside in an assigned fund balance in the General Fund for stormwater
drainage improvements in College Park East.
Mayor Sustarsic moved, second by Council Member Steele to revise Resolution 7490 to
add a new section clarifying that funds generated from the sale of 4197 Ironwood Avenue
be set aside in an assigned fund balance in the General Fund for stormwater drainage
improvements in College Park East.
City Clerk Harper took a roll call vote:
AYES: Kalmick, Landau, Steele, Sustarsic
NOES: Moore
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
Council Member Steele moved, second by Council Member Kalmick, to adopt revised
Resolution 7490, approving the sale of 4197 Ironwood Avenue.
City Clerk Harper took a roll call vote:
AYES: Kalmick, Steele
NOES: Moore, Landau, Sustarsic
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion failed
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H. Approving and Authorizing Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services
Agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. for Water and Wastewater
Financial Planning Services - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7500: 1.
Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Raftelis
Financial Consultants, Inc. dated June 23, 2023, to provide additional Water and
Wastewater Financial Planning Services; increase compensation for such additional
services by $48,352 for a revised total contract not-to-exceed amount of $135,767; and
extend the term to December 31, 2024; and, 2. Authorizing and directing the City
Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 on behalf of the City.
City Manager Ingram introduced Director of Public Works Lee, who gave a brief overview
of the staff report.
A dialogue ensued between Mayor Sustarsic, Mayor Pro Tem Landau, Council Member
Steele, Director of Public Works Lee, and City Attorney Ghirelli. The City Council’s
comments and concerns were addressed by Director of Public Works Lee.
City Attorney Ghirelli clarified that the purpose of the contract amendment with Raftelis
Financial Consultants Inc., is to ensure that the consultant is available for additional
services and future meetings.
Mayor Pro Tem Landau moved, second by Council Member Moore, to approve item H.
AYES: Kalmick, Landau, Moore, Steele, Sustarsic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
J. Ratifying the Declaration of Emergency, Approval of Emergency First Street
Parking Lot Repair and Dispensing with Public Bidding Requirements, Approval
of Emergency First Street Parking Lot Geotechnical Evaluation, Approval of
Notice of Completion, and Authorization to Approve Payments for the Emergency
First Street Parking Lot Repair and Geotechnical Evaluation - That the City
Council adopt Resolution 7502: 1. Declaring that the Emergency First Street Parking
Lot Repair, CIP EM2403, was necessary for the immediate preservation of life, health
and property of the City, and therefore ratifying the declaration by the Public Works
Director that the Emergency First Street Parking Lot Repair, CIP EM2403, was of urgent
necessity for the immediate preservation of life, health and property; and, 2. Authorizing
the City Manager to execute a purchase order with Hardy & Harper, Inc. for the
Emergency First Street Parking Lot Repair, CIP EM2403, in the amount of $49,535
under an existing on-call agreement with Hardy & Harper, Inc. without advertising for
bids; and, 3. Accepting the work to the Emergency First Street Parking Lot Repair, CIP
EM2403, by Hardy and Harper, Inc. in the amount of $49,535; and, 4. Directing the City
Clerk to file a “Notice of Completion” with the Orange County Clerk-Recorder within 15
days of the date of approval of the resolution and to release retention 35 days after the
recordation of the Notice of Completion contingent upon no claims being filed on the
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Project; and, 5. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchase order with GMU
Geotechnical, Inc. for the Emergency First Street Parking Lot Geotechnical Evaluation
in connection the Emergency First Street Parking Lot Repair, CIP EM2403, in the
amount of $15,600; and, 6. Approving Budget Amendment BA #24-09-02 in the amount
of $66,000.
City Manager Ingram introduced Director of Public Works Lee, who gave a brief overview
of the staff report.
A dialogue ensued between Council Member Kalmick, Council Member Steele, Mayor
Pro Tem Landau, Director of Public Works Lee, and City Attorney Ghirelli regarding the
scope of the work. There was also discussion to send the GMU Geotechnical Evaluation
to the Environmental Quality Control Board (EQCB) for review.
Council Member Steele moved, second by Council Member Kalmick, to approve item J.
AYES: Kalmick, Landau, Moore, Steele, Sustarsic
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
Mayor Pro Tem Landau moved, second by Mayor Sustarsic to send the GMU
Geotechnical Evaluation, included in Item J to the Environmental Quality Control Board
(EQCB) for review.
City Clerk Harper took a roll call vote:
AYES: Landau, Moore, Sustarsic
NOES: Kalmick, Steele
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
PUBLIC HEARING
There were no public hearing items.
UNFINISHED/CONTINUED BUSINESS
There were no unfinished/continued business items.
NEW BUSINESS
There were no new business items.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Sustarsic adjourned the City Council meeting at 9:07 p.m. to Monday, April 8, 2024,
at 5:30 p.m. to meet in Closed Session if deemed necessary.
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__________________________
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
City of Seal Beach
Approved: ___________________________
Schelly Sustarsic, Mayor
Attested: ____________________________
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Agenda Item C
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:April 8, 2024
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
FROM:Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
SUBJECT:Council Appointment to the Seal Beach Cable
Communications Foundation – District Five
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
It is at the request of Council Member Steele that the City Council appoint Richard
(Eric) Nelson to the Seal Beach Cable Communications Foundation, as a
representative for District Five.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54974(a), whenever an unscheduled
vacancy occurs on any board, commission, or committee for which the legislative
body has the appointing power, an unscheduled vacancy notice shall be posted
and appointment to the board, commission, or committee shall not be made by the
legislative body for at least ten (10) working days after the posting of the notice.
The notice of resignation for Peter Franck from the Seal Beach Cable
Communications Foundation was received March 14, 2024; and the required
Notice of Vacancy was posted March 20, 2024.
The term for the new appointee will expire in December 2026.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
There is no environmental impact related to this item.
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
No legal analysis is required for this item.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact for this item.
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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is not applicable to the Strategic Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is at the request of Council Member Steele that the City Council appoint Richard
(Eric) Nelson to the Seal Beach Cable Communications Foundation, as a
representative for District Five.
SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Gloria D. Harper Jill R. Ingram
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
Prepared by: Brandon DeCriscio, Deputy City Clerk
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Redacted Application – Richard (Eric) Nelson
Agenda Item D
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:April 8, 2024
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
FROM:Iris Lee, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT:Approving and Authorizing the Execution and Recordation
of a Temporary Construction Easement Agreement with Old
Ranch Country Club, LLC
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7507:
1. Approving a Temporary Construction Easement Agreement with Old Ranch
Country Club, LLC; and,
2. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the Temporary Construction
Easement Agreement and to cause the executed Temporary Construction
Easement to be recorded at the Orange County Clerk-Recorder.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
The Lampson Avenue Bike Lane Gap Closure Project (“Project”) received Active
Transportation Program federal transportation grant funding. The Project will be
adding a bike lane in both eastbound and westbound directions along Lampson
Avenue between Basswood Street and Seal Beach Boulevard. In compliance with
the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of
1970 (the “Uniform Act”), a Right-of-Way Certification is required to document
property interests within the Project’s limits.
On October 24, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution 7342 approving and
accepting the Project-necessitated Temporary Construction Easement (“Original
TCE Agreement”) at the northeast corner of Lampson Avenue approaching Seal
Beach Boulevard. This property is owned by Old Ranch Country Club, LLC. The
Original TCE Agreement was recorded at the Orange County Clerk-Recorder as
Doc. No. 2022000353598 on November 3, 2022.
The Original TCE Agreement expired on February 1, 2024, while the federal
construction funding allocation was being processed. As such, staff recommends
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that the City Council approve the execution and recordation of a new Temporary
Construction Agreement (“TCE Agreement”) with an expiration date of
April 8, 2025.
The Project construction Notice-to-Proceed has been issued. Construction
mobilization is scheduled for early April 2024.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
This item is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”)
pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the state CEQA Guidelines because it can be
seen with certainty that approval of an easement document will not have a
significant effect on the environment.
The State has determined that this Project has no significant impacts on the
environment as defined by the National Environmental Policy Act (“NEPA”), and
that there are no unusual circumstances as described in 23 CFR 771.117(b). The
State has determined that the project is a Categorical Exclusion under 23 CFR
771.117(c), activity (c)(3).
This Project complies with all requirements of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) and is categorically exempt under section 15301 (c) of the CEQA
Guidelines.
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
The City Attorney has reviewed the Temporary Construction Easement Agreement
and approved the resolution as to form.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact for this item.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is not applicable to the Strategic Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7507:
1. Approving a Temporary Construction Easement Agreement with Old Ranch
Country Club, LLC; and,
2. Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Temporary Construction
Easement Agreement and to cause the executed Temporary Construction
Easement to be recorded at the Orange County Clerk-Recorder.
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SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Iris Lee Jill R. Ingram
Iris Lee, Director of Public Works Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution 7507
B. Temporary Construction Easement Agreement
RESOLUTION 7507
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND
RECORDATION OF A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION
EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH OLD RANCH
COUNTRY CLUB, LLC FOR THE LAMPSON AVENUE
BIKE LANE GAP CLOSURE PROJECT, CIP ST1811
WHEREAS, the Old Ranch Country Club, LLC (“Grantor”) is the record fee owner
of that certain real property identified as APN 130-012-55 and 130-012-58 and
located at 3901 Lampson Avenue, in the City of Seal Beach, California
(“Property”); and,
WHEREAS, on October 24, 2022, City Council adopted Resolution 7342 approving
a Temporary Construction Easement Agreement (“Original TCE Agreement”) from
Grantor for the Lampson Avenue Bike Lane Gap Closure Project (“Project”), CIP
ST1811, and recorded the Original TCE Agreement at the Orange County Clerk-
Recorder as Doc. No. 2022000353598 on November 3, 2022; and,
WHEREAS, the Original TCE Agreement expired on February 1, 2024, and the
City desires to enter a new Temporary Construction Easement Agreement (“TCE
Agreement”) with a termination date of April 8, 2025, unless terminated earlier in
accordance with the TCE Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH
DOES HEREBY RESOLVE:
Section 1. The City Council hereby approves the TCE Agreement.
Section2. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute the
TCE Agreement on behalf of the City, and to cause the executed
TCE Agreement to be recorded in the Official Records of the Orange
County Clerk-Recorder.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council at a
regular meeting held on the 8th day of April 2024 by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council Members
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Schelly Sustarsic, Mayor
ATTEST:
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE } SS
CITY OF SEAL BEACH }
I, Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk of the City of Seal Beach, do hereby certify that the
foregoing resolution is the original copy of Resolution 7507 on file in the office of
the City Clerk, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 8th day of April 2024.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Agenda Item E
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:April 8, 2024
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
FROM:Barbara Arenado, Director of Finance/ City Treasurer
SUBJECT:Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Mid-Year Budget Update and
Consideration of Proposed Amendment to Fiscal Year
2023-24 Budget
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council receive and file Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Mid-Year Budget
Update and adopt Resolution 7508 to approve Budget Amendment BA #24-10-01.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
This report provides a Mid-Year Budget Update (second quarter) of the City’s
financial position for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024 (Attachment A – Exhibit A).
To develop the mid-year update, the Finance Department meets with City
departments to gather revenue projections, reviews and analyzes data with the
City’s consultants, and evaluates the potential fiscal impacts. Preparing for an
uncertain future requires consideration of a wide range of factors, including direct
and indirect influences on the City. This report represents the City’s best estimates
based on the most current information. The FY 2023-2024 Mid-Year Budget
Update Summary (Attachment B) is based on actuals from July 1, 2023, through
December 31, 2023.
The economy is experiencing slower growth, higher inflation, and higher interest
rates than had been projected in the City’s FY 2023-2024 Budget. However, even
though economic conditions continue to be volatile, one-time revenue keeps the
overall General Fund revenue positive. Staff is closely monitoring revenues and
expenditures for further impacts. With expenditures consistently surpassing
revenues, it is expected that the upcoming budget will face further adverse effects.
General Fund revenues recorded through December 2023 were reviewed in the
context of FY 2022-2023 actual results, performance to date, and historical budget
average. Property Tax continues to be a consistent revenue source and is
estimated to meet budget expectations. Sales tax performance remained positive
through December, although the City’s sales tax consultant, HdL, has reduced
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revenues and flattened projections. Utility Users Tax (UUT) and Transient
Occupancy Tax (TOT) continue to outperform budget expectations; however,
these revenues are completely offset by $500,000 in reductions in citation revenue
due to greater compliance, rain, implementation of animal control, unfilled
positions, as well as unrealized parking meter revenue of $269,100 Mid-Year
Budget Update Summary, (Attachment B). These adverse effects will hinder
programing and services in the future budget.
As of the second quarter, General Fund non-personnel expenditures (maintenance
and operations) are trending higher than prior years and are offset by the salary
savings from ongoing vacant positions throughout the City. The City is currently in
negotiations with bargaining units and further adjustments may be necessary in
the FY 2023-2024 Budget. When those updates are available, staff will bring forth
to the City Council for approval. The Mid-Year Report also documents the
increasing effects storms and weather events have had on expenditures beyond
the amounts projected. Along with revenue adjustments, an increase in
expenditures is requested, due to increased legal expenses, increased staff time,
the needs of SBTV-3, and contract expenditures increases. Further details are
noted below and provided in the Budget Adjustment Detail Report (Attachment A
– Exhibit A).
Fire Bond
The City paid the last payment of Fire Station 48 Bond in January 2024, and the
City received the reserve funds of $637,167 that were established to meet the debt
covenant. Including the residual balance in Fund 402, $659,500 will close the Fire
Station Bond Fund 402 and the balance will transfer to the General Fund.
2016 Pier Fire
The May 2016 Seal Beach pier fire severely damaged the pier and restaurant. The
reconstruction was accepted in 2020, and the City’s insurance carrier reimbursed
the City based on a negotiated contribution except for a holdback to re-establish
utility connections for the future pier restaurant. As the pier restaurant’s scope of
work has yet to be determined, the City’s insurance carrier has now opted to issue
the City $397,000 as final insurance reimbursement and is anticipated to be
received by the end of the fiscal year.
Emergency Pier Repair
From December 23, 2022, through and including January 16, 2023, the City and
surrounding areas were hit by repeated “Atmospheric River” major storm events.
The Seal Beach pier was damaged by the tide and wave activity. The City received
Emergency Pier Repair reimbursements of $1,146,218.
Filming Detail Reimbursement
The filming of the "On Call" police drama at the Police Station was an unforeseen
opportunity that arose outside of our standard budgeting process; thus, it was not
allocated for in our initial budget. This event required the involvement of public
safety officers and professional staff to ensure the filming proceeded smoothly and
safely, given the unique nature of filming on police premises. Despite not being a
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pre-scheduled event, the film brought $100,916 in increased revenue to the City,
showcasing a positive collaboration between the Police Department and the
entertainment industry. Importantly, all the expenses incurred during this detail
were covered by the production company, making this a revenue-positive event.
Given these circumstances, a request for reimbursement of $65,608 is included to
cover the costs associated with this overtime detail, recognizing the benefit it
brought to the City and the department without prior budget allocation. The
remaining balance will go the General Fund.
Legal Fees
Legal fees from the City’s labor and employment counsel at Liebert Cassidy
Whitmore (LCW) have increased $81,000, primarily due to a higher volume of
personnel-related issues, including complex matters concerning worker’s
compensation and industrial disability retirements. These increased fees ensure
that proper procedures are adhered to, thereby minimizing the risk of liability and
potential litigation. Additionally, the City has enlisted a labor consultant from LCW
to aid in labor negotiations with its four labor associations. Moreover, costs have
escalated due to increased compliance analysis, aimed at safeguarding the City
from potential violations of employment laws, regulations, and new legislation that
it must adhere to. Lastly, there has been a rise in investigative matters
necessitating additional legal consultation.
Axon/Taser Reimbursement
The procurement of body-worn cameras and tasers, provided by Axon, represents
a critical investment in the safety and accountability of our officers and the
community they serve. This initiative, spanning five years, was launched to
enhance transparency, reduce incidents of misconduct, and provide clear
evidence in contentious situations. However, it was not included in the original
budget at the program's inception. The importance of this technology in modern
policing cannot be overstated, and its benefits extend well beyond the confines of
the Department, positively impacting community trust and legal clarity. Although
the Police Department has absorbed most of the cost in their current budget,
$54,315 is necessary from the General Fund for this essential expenditure.
Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund (SLESF) Overtime Costs
An additional $30,000 appropriation from fund balance in the SLESF budget is
driven by the need to cover unexpected overtime costs that have arisen due to
intensified efforts against organized retail theft. A portion of the overtime expense
has been allocated to operations specifically targeting this growing issue.
Organized retail theft not only affects local businesses but also undermines the
economic stability and safety of our community. The operations conducted were
essential in curbing this trend, leading to the apprehension of perpetrators and the
recovery of stolen goods.
Aquatics Staffing
McGaugh Pool programing has increased during the last year and $38,000 is
requested to fund the program. The amount of pool use has surpassed pre-
pandemic levels. The City is offering new programs that include an after-school
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aquatics program, extended lap swim hours, and a new inflatable obstacle course
for recreation swim. These programming enhancements require additional staff
support. Throughout this fiscal year, the pool has been open for more extended
periods and experienced fewer breakdowns. In contrast, the previous fiscal year
saw the pool closed for approximately six weeks, resulting in a $15,000 reduction
in wages for that period.
2024 Winter Storm Impacts
During the 2024 winter season, the City was faced with high-intensity storms
compounded with king tides. As a result of these unforeseen events, the Public
Works Department expenditures exceeded the budgeted amounts. This includes
staffing overtime, portable storm water pump rentals and storm preparation
materials, emergency tree removals, and pavement damages from repeated water
infiltration, which amounted to $200,000 and will impact contract professional in
storm drain and street maintenance programs.
Public Works Contract Professional
As inflation continues to impact labor and material prices, the City has observed
significant increases in contract costs, particularly in the landscape maintenance
contract. Following a thorough public solicitation and negotiation process, the
contract awarded to Brightview Landscape amounted to approximately $260,000
more than the previous legacy contracts for similar services. While the Public
Works Department has managed to accommodate most of this cost within their
existing budget, a request for $49,000 is made to ensure adequate maintenance
of the City’s landscape assets.
SBTV-3
City staff met with representatives of the Cable Communications Foundation in
order to assist the Foundation with its budgeting needs this fiscal year. Based on
a review of the Foundation's budget, the Foundation has incurred greater than
expected operational expenses, largely based on the Foundation's expanded role
in managing SBTV-3 following Robin Fort-Lincke's tragic passing last year. As a
result, it is recommended that the budget be amended to provide $70,000 from the
General Fund to support Foundation operations for this fiscal year. Funds
previously budgeted with Public, Educational, and Governmental (PEG) fees will
remain available as needed for capital costs incurred by the Foundation and/or
City to support SBTV-3.
Strategic Planning Directives
On January 30, 2024, the Seal Beach City Council met at Fire Station 48
Community Room for a Special Meeting of the City Council – Strategic Planning
Workshop. All five (5) City Council members were present and one of the
agendized goals of the Workshop was to discuss and establish the Council’s top
priorities for FY 2024-2025. The Council directed City staff to allocate
Revitalization funds to several different priority projects and to refocus funds for
Lifeguard Headquarters and the Police Substation. The following reflects the
direction of the Council and City staff will move forward with executing the
Council’s direction. Although these funds are set aside for City Council priorities,
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respective departments are directed to return to the Council for updates and
procurement approvals. As noted below and in the Budget Adjustment Detail
Report, (Attachment A - Exhibit A):
•$75,000 for the Citywide Information technology (IT) Master Plan
•$325,000 for the License Plate Reader System Upgrade
•$230,000 for the Locally Controlled Gas Tax Measure and Potential
Transaction Use Tax
•$236,312 for Repaving of the 8th/10th Parking lots with American with
Disabilities Act (ADA) Upgrades, with the remaining portion of $563,688
from the Pool BG0904, totaling $800,000
•$200,000 for the Gas Line Heater and McGaugh Pool
•$3,632,136 to move the Pool Funding to Lifeguard and Police Substation
Headquarters capital improvement project
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
There is no environmental impact related to this item.
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved as to form.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The recommended budget adjustments are included above in the Budget
Adjustment Detail Report (Attachment A – Exhibit A).
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council receive and file Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Mid-Year Budget
Update and adopt Resolution 7508 to approve Budget Amendment BA #24-10-01.
SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Barbara Arenado Jill R. Ingram
Barbara Arenado, Director of
Finance
Jill R. Ingram, City Manager
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ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution 7508 with Exhibit A
B. Mid-Year Budget Update Summary
RESOLUTION 7508
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL APPROVING
FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 MID-YEAR BUDGET AMENDMENT
BA #24-10-01
WHEREAS, on May 1, 2023 and May 2, 2023, the City Council conducted budget
workshops to provide an opportunity to the public to comment on the Proposed Fiscal
Year 2023-24 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget; and,
WHEREAS, on May 22, 2023, the City Council unanimously approved Resolution
7409, adopting the City’s Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget; and,
WHEREAS, on April 8, 2024 the Mid-Year Budget Review was presented to City
Council; and,
WHEREAS, unforeseen situations and conditions, including changes in operations or
funds received, since the City Council’s adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget
have brought about the need to amend certain items within the budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby approves Budget Amendment BA 24-10-01 to
modify the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget as included in Exhibit A -
Budget Adjustment Detail Report.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 8th day of April 2024 by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council Members
Schelly Sustarsic, Mayor
ATTEST:
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE } SS
CITY OF SEAL BEACH }
I, Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk of the City of Seal Beach, do hereby certify that the
foregoing resolution is the original copy of Resolution 7508 on file in the office of the
City Clerk, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting
held on the 8th day of April 2024.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Budget Amendment: BA 24-10-01
Description Project No. Revised/Adopted Budget Proposed Budget Budget (diff) Amendment
402-220-0026-59200
101-000-0000-49200
Fire Station Reserve and Fire Station
Fund Balance $ 191,200 $ 850,700 $ 659,500
One-Time Transfer Out/In Fund 401 to 101Fire Station Bond Reserve ($637,168)
and Fund Balance to Close the Fund
101-000-0000-47100 Insurance Pier Reimbursements $ - $ 1,543,218 $ 1,543,218
One-Time Emergency Pier Repair ($1,146,218) and Pier Fire Reimbursement
($397,000)
101-210-0023-43390 Movie Detail Reimbursement $ - $ 100,916 $ 100,916 One-Time Movie/television reimbursement to cover overtime
101-000-0000-40400 Transient Occupancy Tax $ 1,600,000 $ 1,800,000 $ 200,000 Transient Occupancy Tax Hotel Revenue
101-000-0000-40302 Utility Users Tax $ 4,500,000 $ 5,100,000 $ 600,000
Utility Users Tax (Telecommunication,
Electric, Gas)101-210-0025-44400 Parking Meters $ 349,100 $ 80,000 $ (269,100)Unrealized Parking Meter Revenue
101-210-0025-43300 Parking Citations $ 1,900,000 $ 1,400,000 $ (500,000)Reductions in Citywide Parking CitationsTotal General Fund Revenues 2,334,534$
101-210-0022-50050 Movie Detail Overtime Reimbursement $ 400,000 $ 465,608 $ 65,608 Movie/Television Offset from Revenue
101-210-0023-51280 Police Axon Body Worn Cameras 85,500$ 139,815$ $ 54,315
Unbudgeted Police Axon - Body Worn
Cameras101-130-0015-51961 Legal - Personnel Matters LCw $ 39,000 $ 120,000 $ 81,000 Unanticipated Legal Matters101-230-0073-50030 Part-time Salaries 147,703$ 185,703$ 38,000$ Marine Safety Aquatics
101-500-0044-51280 PW Contract Professsional 930,000$ 1,080,000$ 150,000$ Unforseen weather impacts, including pavement damage and alley voids
101-500-0049-51280 PW Contract Professsional 235,000$ 284,000$ 49,000$ Increase in landscape contract, inlcuding emergency tree removal
101-500-0043-51280 PW Contract Professsional 113,000$ 163,000$ 50,000$
Unforseen weather impacts, including
pump rentals, emergency pre/post storm needs
101-150-0053-51280 Contract Professional - SBTV 85,500$ 155,500$ 70,000$ General Fund SBTV Total General Fund Expenditures 557,923$
301-500-0333-55000 Citywide IT Master Plan Review BG2401 $ 13,846,855 $ 13,921,855 $ 75,000 IT Master Plan (Revitalization)
301-500-0333-55000 Police License Plate Reader System BG2401 13,921,855$ 14,246,855$ $ 325,000 License plate reader system upgrade (Revitalization)
301-500-0333-55000 Gas Tax and Transaction Use Tax Measure BG2401 14,246,855$ 14,476,855$ 230,000$
Locally controlled Gas Tax Measure and
Potential Transaction Use Tax, mailings, review, consultation
301-500-0333-55000 Repave 8th/10th Parking lots with ADA upgrades BG2401 14,476,855$ 14,713,167$ $ 236,312 $236,312 (Revitalization), $563,688 (Swimming Pool)City Council Workshop Revitalization Fund 866,312$
301-500-0333-55000 Pool CIP BG0904 14,713,167$ 10,317,343$ (4,395,824)$ Realign Pool to LGHQ
301-500-0333-55000 Gas Line McGaugh Pool BG0904 10,317,343$ 10,517,343$ 200,000$
Gas line and heater at McGaugh pool
(Swimming Pool)
301-500-0333-55000 Repave 8th/10th Parking lots with ADA upgrade BG0904 10,517,343$ 11,081,031$ $ 563,688 $236,312 (Revitalization), $563,688 (Swimming Pool)
301-500-0333-55000 Set Aside For Lifeguard Headquarters 11,081,031$ 14,713,167$ $ 3,632,136 Move funding to Lifeguard HeadquartersCity Council Workshop Pool and LGHQ 4,395,824$
201-210-0600-50050 Increase SLESF Overtime 100,000$ 130,000$ 30,000$
Increase SLESF Overtime from Fund
BalanceSpecial Fund Total 30,000$
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MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
July - December 2023
The Mid-Year Budget Update for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 provides an analysis of General Fund revenues
and expenditures based on July 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023, actuals with a comparison to prior
year.
SUMMARY
The development of the FY 2023-24 Mid-Year Budget Update includes analysis of financial activity from
July 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023. This report includes six months of the fiscal year. The City ended
the prior fiscal year in a strong financial position due to continued fiscal recovery from the pandemic.
During the second quarter of FY 2023-24, City programs and services have resumed to pre-pandemic
operations. Mid-year assessments indicate that General Fund revenue projections are generally in line
with the budget, supported by one-time revenue. Ongoing reductions in revenue will negatively impact
programs and services in future budgets. Property Tax remains a reliable revenue source and is expected
to meet budget expectations. Sales tax performance remained favorable through December, although
revenue projections from the City’s sales tax consultant, HdL, have been reduced and are leveling off. It’s
too early to determine the year-end impact of Sales and Use Tax. Utility Users Tax (UUT) and Transient
Occupancy Tax (TOT) continue to exceed budget expectations.; however, these gains are offset by a
$500,000 decrease in citation revenue due to increased compliance, weather conditions, implementation
of animal control, and unfilled positions and $269,100 in unrealized parking meter revenue.
SOURCES ADOPTED BUDGET YTD-ACTUAL %ADOPTED BUDGET YTD-ACTUAL %
01-PROPERTY TAXES 13,648,600 5,726,311 42%14,797,300 6,084,746 41%
02-SALES AND USE TAXES 11,765,700 3,919,472 33%11,307,000 3,811,888 34%
03-UTILITY USERS TAX 4,170,000 2,132,422 51%4,500,000 2,325,571 52%
04-TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX 1,250,000 518,565 41%1,600,000 533,289 33%
05-FRANCHISE FEES 1,091,000 206,042 19%1,090,000 230,613 21%
06-OTHER TAXES 630,800 480,612 76%850,800 728,714 86%
07-LICENSES AND PERMITS 967,100 601,794 62%859,000 534,698 62%
08-INTERGOVERNMENTAL 146,000 19,421 13%146,000 36,199 25%
09-CHARGES FOR SERVICES 2,997,600 1,612,216 54%3,276,600 1,684,944 51%
10-FINES AND FORFEITURES 1,917,500 471,247 25%2,005,100 625,981 31%
11-USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY 675,000 315,547 47%704,000 197,647 28%
13-OTHER REVENUES 162,400 107,842 66%94,200 310,733 330%
TOTAL OPERATING REVENUE 39,421,700 16,111,490 41%41,230,000 17,105,022 41%
14-TRANSFERS IN 924,700 733,500 79%924,700 -0%
TOTAL REVENUES & SOURCES 40,346,400 16,844,990 42%42,154,700 17,105,022 41%
USES, BY TYPE
01-REGULAR SALARIES 9,694,200 4,416,125 46%10,044,256 4,462,556 44%
02-OTHER PAY AND BENEFITS 4,578,000 2,172,418 47%4,874,982 2,149,903 44%
03-RETIREMENT 4,865,000 3,795,153 78%4,959,523 3,812,827 77%
04-MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS 19,186,100 10,107,148 53%20,127,015 10,881,495 54%
05-CAPITAL OUTLAY 21,000 -0%10,000 10,000 100%
06-DEBT EXPENSE 91,800 45,905 50%91,807 45,905 50%
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES 38,436,100 20,536,749 53%40,107,583 21,362,686 53%
07-TRANSFERS OUT 4,591,565 1,398,750 30%15,330,789 1,022,393 7%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & USES 43,027,665 21,935,499 51%55,438,372 22,385,079 40%
FY 2022-2023 FY 2023-2024
FY 2023-24 General Fund
General Fund Summary
MID-YEAR UPDATE
During this period, revenues in both years accounted for approximately 41 percent of the adopted budget.
It's important to note that the majority of revenues are typically received in the latter half of the fiscal
year. Fluctuations and unforeseen events may still arise due to external factors such as labor shortages,
inventory constraints, emergencies, and ongoing inflation. Departments are monitoring expenditures
closely to ensure they remain within budget and any further adjustments will be brought forth to Council.
PROPERTY TAX revenues have increased compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year due to the
timing of payments, but it is anticipated to have slight growth throughout the fiscal year. The growth is
primarily due to the overall sales and market value increases that helped add value to the City’s assessed
valuations. The City’s FY 2023-24 Assessed Valuation, as released by the Orange County Assessor, is $7.1
billion, an increase of 4.5 percent from the prior year. Median home price during this period was $1.4
million. Although there was an increase in median price from the previous time last year, there were 39
fewer sales transactions, which is a 24 percent decline in the number of homes sold which will be reflected
in the additive FY 2024-25 tax roll reducing year of year growth. Residential property tax payments are
largely received by the City in the months of December and April. Property tax provides 35 percent of
annual budgeted General Fund operating revenues and remains on budget.
SALES TAX is collected by the State and advanced to the City monthly with funds distributed two months
following the period the revenue is earned. According to HdL, the City’s tax consultant, the City’s receipts
from July through September were down 5.5 percent below the same period the prior year. Results from
autos & transportation, service stations, convenience stores, building & construction, and the state and
county pools were also down. Returns from casual dining and quick service restaurants increased and
combined to offset the net quarterly loss. Otherwise, retailers experienced flat to decreased receipts as
many apparel categories, home furnishings and sporting goods struggled to keep pace with the prior year.
Sustained price increases and interest rate hikes have consumers contemplating where to spend their
dollars. Sales tax represents 27 percent of annual budgeted General Fund operating revenue.
The chart below is based on the latest available data from the California Department of Tax & Fee
Administration (CDTFA) and reflects quarter-over-quarter (3-month) results as of September 30th.
Quarterly data is typically on a lag, and staff adjusts forecasts accordingly.
REVENUES
MID-YEAR UPDATE
Source: HdL, Sales and Use Tax
UTILITY USERS TAX (UUT) is 11 percent of the FY 2023-24 Budget. UUT is charged to customers of electric,
natural gas, telecommunications and pre-paid wireless. Revenues in this category are impacted by
consumption levels and have experienced strong growth from prior periods due to return to work,
increases in utilities, and businesses opening back up to pre-covid levels. Year end is expected to be above
budget. The City is also seeing moderate growth in UTT mostly due to rate increase in electric. Bundling
of data and voice/text in cellphone plans continues to negatively impact wireless revenues and migration
of landlines to cellular continues to negatively impact wired revenues. However, increases in rates will
continue to impact customers.
MID-YEAR UPDATE
CHARGES FOR SERVICES is 8 percent of the FY 2023-24 Budget. Charges for services are used to recover
costs of programs for specific end users. Programs provided through Community Services are typically
subsidized by the General Fund to encourage participation. Plan check fees and Tennis Center revenue
are trending higher than budget the first half of the year. Charges for services are anticipated to be lower
than budget due to unrealized meter parking revenue of $269,100. A substantial portion of Charges for
Services is for Refuse Services and the spike in August is for a correction in delayed services.
FINES & FORFEITURES is primarily parking revenue and is 5 percent of the FY 2023-24 Budget. Staff is
anticipating $500,000 in reductions in citation revenue due to greater compliance, rain, implementation
of animal control, and unfilled positions. Fluctuations in August through November are due to the training
for Animal Control staff and winter storms. Staff is monitoring closely, and at mid-year, this revenue is
MID-YEAR UPDATE
under budget. This trend is anticipated to continue and will severely impact programming and services in
future budgets.
TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX accounts for 4 percent of the General Fund. Due to impacts of COVID-19
that began in the second half of FY 2020, the hotel industry reported its lowest occupancy rates since
2007. Year-to-date through December, TOT revenue is up 2.8 percent compared to the prior year. TOT
has recovered to pre-pandemic levels and is anticipated to exceed budget projections by $200,000. The
City’s three hotels are performing beyond expectations. This revenue source is volatile and is strongly
correlated with economic impacts.
FRANCHISE FEES are imposed on various public utilities and account for 2 percent of the General Fund.
The franchise grants the public utilities the right to use public property for system infrastructure such as
lines and pipes. It also grants exclusive rights to provide cable television within the City. Revenues are
typically received in the later part of the fiscal year, with the largest payment from Electric in April.
Franchise fees remain relatively stable.
MID-YEAR UPDATE
OTHER REVENUE is made up of a variety of relatively small revenue categories including Licenses and
Permits, Intergovernmental, Use of money and Property, and Miscellaneous Public Safety Revenues.
Other revenue includes one-time payments that the City may receive. Staff anticipates other revenue
will meet budget projections and fluctuations are due to timing of receipts. The spike in April of FY 2022-
23 is from a one-time settlement payment.
MID-YEAR UPDATE
REGULAR SALARIES in the first half of the year were under budget primarily due to the City’s vacant
positions. Several vacancies are in the hiring process; however, there have been delays in both full and
part time hiring due to ongoing labor market constraints. Departments have utilized some of this savings
to absorb other unanticipated impacts. A request to increase aquatics due to heightened pool activities
has been proposed.
OTHER PAY & BENEFITS include part-time salaries, medical benefits, insurance, the City’s health and
wellness program, tuition reimbursement, employee benefits and overtime. Medical Benefits, Insurance,
part-time salaries, and overtime comprise most of this category. Overtime is well monitored in the City
but fluctuates based on unanticipated events and emergencies. During the first half of the fiscal year,
overtime was lower than budget projections as many scheduled events occur in the summer. Staff has
proposed an increase in overtime movie detail, balanced by movie detail revenue.
EXPENDITURES
MID-YEAR UPDATE
RETIREMENT The City offers a defined benefit plan through California Employees’ Public Retirement
System (CalPERS) to manage the pension and health benefits. CalPERS is the largest pension fund in the
nation offering benefits to 1.6 million public employees, retirees, and their families. The FY 2023-24
budget includes the required increases estimated by CalPERS to pay down the unfunded actuarial
liabilities of all plans. Funding for these payments is included in the City’s operating budget, spread across
several funds, including the General Fund. The City’s unfunded liabilities and the payments required to
pay off those liabilities are calculated by CalPERS’ actuarial staff. These calculations are made annually
and can change the amount of the City’s unfunded liabilities based on a number of factors, including
variances from expected results relative to investment returns and employee demographics, as well as
any changes in the assumptions that CalPERS uses to make their calculations.
Over the last couple of years, CalPERS has phased in the reduction in their investment return assumption,
taking it from 7.5 percent to 6.8 percent. This change and CalPERS negative returns on investments has
resulted in significant increases in the City’s unfunded liabilities in recent years, in spite of the fact that
the City has been making its required payments on its unfunded liabilities. This change in investment
return assumptions is also a primary factor in the projected increases in future contributions that will be
required to pay off the City’s unfunded pension liabilities. These increases will hinder the City’s ability to
fund other services. The California Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013 became
effective on January 1, 2013. PEPRA primarily affects new members. PEPRA’s primary areas of impact
concern limiting benefit formulas, increasing the time of final average compensation period, pensionable
compensation, setting a salary cap and increasing the employee retirement contributions.
Termination of the City’s contract with CalPERS would require the payment of a termination fee to
guarantee the payment of pension obligations that have already accrued. This fee would be several times
the current unfunded pension liability. The City prepays the unfunded liability portion at the beginning of
the fiscal year for substantial savings.
MID-YEAR UPDATE
The City engages in contracts with vendors to avail various services, including specialized consulting, legal,
financial, landscape and facility maintenance, and program support, on a contractual basis. Maintenance
and Operations constitutes 48 percent of the overall General Fund Budget for FY 2023-24. The primary
General Fund M&O expenditures for FY 2023-24 include $6.8 million for Fire Contract services (which
accounts for 34 percent of M&O), $1.3 million for Refuse, $2.6 million for General Liability, Property
Insurance, and Workers Compensation, $1.0 million for West-Comm Contract services, and $1.0 million
for Street Maintenance Contracts. Increases in contract costs are mainly attributed to State-mandated
prevailing and/or minimum wage hikes, alongside the integration of additional City infrastructure and/or
emergency repairs (such as streets, trees, community centers, signalized intersections, etc.). The Mid-Year
Report indicates that the recent storms have had an increasingly negative effect on expenditures beyond
the amounts projected in this report. The Public Works Department estimated expenditures exceed their
year-end projections as a result of these unforeseen events. Additionally, landscape contracts have had
significant increases since budget adoption.
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SOURCES ADOPTED BUDGET YTD-ACTUAL % OF BUDGET ADOPTED BUDGET YTD-ACTUAL % OF BUDGET
01-PROPERTY TAXES 13,648,600 5,726,311 42%14,797,300 6,084,746 41%
02-SALES AND USE TAXES 11,765,700 3,919,472 33%11,307,000 3,811,888 34%
03-UTILITY USERS TAX 4,170,000 2,132,422 51%4,500,000 2,325,571 52%
04-TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX 1,250,000 518,565 41%1,600,000 533,289 33%
05-FRANCHISE FEES 1,091,000 206,042 19%1,090,000 230,613 21%
06-OTHER TAXES 630,800 480,612 76%850,800 728,714 86%
07-LICENSES AND PERMITS 967,100 601,794 62%859,000 534,698 62%
08-INTERGOVERNMENTAL 146,000 19,421 13%146,000 36,199 25%
09-CHARGES FOR SERVICES 2,997,600 1,612,216 54%3,276,600 1,684,944 51%
10-FINES AND FORFEITURES 1,917,500 471,247 25%2,005,100 625,981 31%
11-USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY 675,000 315,547 47%704,000 197,647 28%
13-OTHER REVENUES 162,400 107,842 66%94,200 310,733 330%
TOTAL OPERATING REVENUE 39,421,700 16,111,490 41%41,230,000 17,105,022 41%
14-TRANSFERS IN 924,700 733,500 79%924,700 - 0%
TOTAL REVENUES & SOURCES 40,346,400 16,844,990 42%42,154,700 17,105,022 41%
FY 2022-2023 FY 2023-2024
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Property Taxes,
$14.8 M, 35%
Sales Tax, $11.3 M, 27%
Utility Users Tax,
$4.5 M, 11%
Other Revenues,
$2.7 M, 6%
Charges for Services,
$3.3 M, 8%
Fines and Forfeitures,
$2.0 M, 5%
Transient Occupancy
Tax, $1.6 M, 4%
Franchise Fees,
$1.1 M, 2%
Licenses and Permits,
$0.9 M, 2%
Property Tax
Sales Tax
Utility Users Tax
Franchise Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax
73%
79%
Property Tax
Seal Beach Assessed Valuation FY 2023-24
•$7.1 Billion Orange County Assessor
•6,493 Parcels
•7.2% change from FY 2022-23/County 6.41%
•Median Detached Single-Family Home $1.35 M
•Property Tax $14.8 M
•35% of General Fund
•Stable Revenue Source
•.15 of $1.00
•On Budget
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
$0.0
$2.0
$4.0
$6.0
$8.0
$10.0
$12.0
$14.0
$16.0
Millions
Sales Tax
Sales Tax Components $11.3 M:
•Largest Consumer Goods and
Restaurants
•3Q23 Seal Beach down -3.8%
•Receipts under from the same time
as last year
•4Q23 State down -2.5%
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
$0.0
$2.0
$4.0
$6.0
$8.0
$10.0
$12.0
$14.0
2015A2016A2017A 2018A 2019A 2020A 2021A2022A2023A 2024BMillions
Sales Tax Transaction Tax PS Sales Tax
Utility Users Tax (UUT)
UUT $4.5 M Budget 11%:
•Anticipate $600,000
•Electric, Natural Gas,
Telecommunications
•Lowered in 2014
•General Government
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
$0.0
$1.0
$2.0
$3.0
$4.0
$5.0
$6.0
2014A 2015A 2016A 2017A 2018A 2019A 2020A 2021A 2022A 2023A 2024BMillions
Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
TOT $1.6 M:
•3 Hotels
•The Pacific Inn
•Ayres
•Hampton
•Continues to exceed all historic levels
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
$0.0
$0.5
$1.0
$1.5
$2.0
$2.5
2014A 2015A 2016A 2017A 2018A 2019A 2020A 2021A 2022A 2023A 2024BMillions
Charges for Services
Charges for Services 8% $3.3 M:
•A fee collected to pay for services
related to the activity.
•Subsidized by General Fund
•Reduction in Parking Meter Revenue
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
$0.0
$0.5
$1.0
$1.5
$2.0
$2.5
$3.0
$3.5
$4.0
2014A 2015A 2016A 2017A 2018A 2019A 2020A 2021A 2022A 2023A 2024BMillions
Fines and Forfeitures
•Municipal Code Violations
•Vehicle Code Violations
•Unclaimed Property
•Parking Citation Revenue Reduction
•No Animal Control Citations – Warnings
•Unanticipated Increase in Animal
Control Calls
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
$0.0
$0.5
$1.0
$1.5
$2.0
$2.5
2017A 2018A 2019A 2020A 2021A 2022A 2023A 2024BMillions
As of July 1, 2023, Seal
Beach Police Department
took over animal control
services
FY 2023-24 One-Time Revenue
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•$659,500 Fire Station Bond - Close the Fund
•Emergency Pier Reimbursement 2022-23 $1.1 million
•May 2016 Pier Fire Final Reimbursement $397,000
•Film Detail $100,915
FY 2022-23 Mid-Year General Fund Update
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
SOURCES ADOPTED BUDGET YTD-ACTUAL % OF BUDGET ADOPTED BUDGET YTD-ACTUAL % OF BUDGET
01-REGULAR SALARIES 9,694,200 4,416,125 46%10,044,256 4,462,556 44%
02-OTHER PAY AND BENEFITS 4,578,000 2,172,418 47%4,874,982 2,149,903 44%
03-RETIREMENT 4,865,000 3,795,153 78%4,959,523 3,812,827 77%
04-MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS 19,186,100 10,107,148 53%20,127,015 10,881,495 54%
05-CAPITAL OUTLAY 21,000 - 0%10,000 10,000 100%
06-DEBT EXPENSE 91,800 45,905 50%91,807 45,905 50%
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES 38,436,100 20,536,749 53%40,107,583 21,362,686 53%
07-TRANSFERS OUT 4,591,565 1,398,750 30%15,330,789 1,022,393 7%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES & USES 43,027,665 21,935,499 51%55,438,372 22,385,079 40%
FY 2022-2023 FY 2023-2024
FY 2022-23 General Fund Expenditures
Regular Salaries,
$10.0 M, 25%
Other Pay and Benefits,
$4.9 M, 12%
Retirement, $5.0 M, 13%
Maintenance and Operations,
$20.1 M, 50%
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
Maintenance and Operations
•Increased costs due to 2024
Winter Storms
•Increased Landscape
Maintenance
•SBTV-3
•Legal Fees
•Body Worn Cameras
•Film Detail Reimbursement
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
CC Discretionary,
0.10m, 0%Supplies/Dues/Train
ing, 0.93m, 5%
Rental/Lease
Equipment, 0.14m,
1%
Contract
Professional, 6.15m,
30%
Fire Services,
6.75m, 33%
West Comm,
0.97m, 5%
Insurance/Workers
Comp, 2.63m, 13%
Legal, 0.54m, 3%
Maintenance,
1.03m, 5%
Equipment, Materials,
other, 0.92m, 5%
Salaries and Benefits
•Vacant Positions
•Monitoring Sworn Overtime
•Prepayment to CalPERS
•Increased Pool Staffing
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
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City Council Strategic Initiatives
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$75,000 for the Citywide IT Master Plan
$325,000 for the License Plate Reader System
Upgrade
$230,000 for the Locally Controlled Gas Tax
Measure and Potential Transaction Use Tax
$800,000 for Repaving of the 8th/10th Parking lots
with ADA Upgrades
$200,000 for the Gas Line Heater at McGaugh
Pool
$3,682,136 to move the Pool Funding to Lifeguard
and Police Substation Headquarters capital project.
Next Steps
•Start Planning Now
•Look for Alternative Funding Options and
Seek New Revenue Opportunities
•Review Discretionary Spending
•Budget Development
•Potential Services Delivery Reductions
Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
Revenue and Expense Projections
Personnel Budget Development
Departmental Budget Preparation
Department CIP Preparation
City Manager Review
Preliminary Budget Preparation
Public Input and Engagement
City Council Review
Budget Adoption
Budget Development Timeline
Fiscal Outlook
•High inflation/Interest Rates
•Heading towards fiscal
challenges
•Unemployment low
•Reductions in Revenues
•Expenditures Outpacing
Revenues
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
MID-YEAR BUDGET UPDATE
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