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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 2025-01-13 Seal Beach, California January 13, 2025 The City Council met in Regular Session at 7:03 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. Council Member Wong led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Landau Council Members: Wong, Senecal, Steele, Kalmick (Joined the meeting at 7:12 p.m.) Absent: None City Staff: Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager Michael Henderson, Police Chief Barbara Arenado, Director of Finance/City Treasurer Alexa Smittle, Director of Community Development Iris Lee, Director of Public Works Joe Bailey, Marine Safety Chief Craig Covey, Orange County Fire Authority Division 1 Chief Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk Nick Nicholas, Police Captain Mike Ezroj, Police Captain Kathryne Cho, Public Works Deputy Director Shaun Temple, Planning Manager PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITIONS • Holiday Surf Event Recap • Fire Chief of the Year Award • Safety Action Plan Update ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Landau opened oral communications. Speakers: Jo8n, Daren DeLeon, Lincoln and Megan Cort, Ryan Skutvik, Kori DeLeon, Matthew Terry, Kein Seiff, and Hope Horning. Mayor Landau closed oral communications. Four (4) supplemental communications were received after the posting of the agenda; they were distributed to the City Council and made available to the public. APPROVAL OF AGENDA & WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES Council Member Wong moved, second by Council Member Senecal to approve the agenda. I AYES: Kalmick, Wong, Landau, Senecal, Steele NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried CITY ATTORNEY REPORT City Attorney Ghirelli had nothing to report. CITY MANAGER REPORT Interim City Manager Gallegos reported that the Staff Engagement Team met with Navy Weapons Station Commander French to discuss her career in public service. Additionally, Interim City Manager Gallegos announced the Save our Beach Cleanup Day will take place on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. at the First Street parking lot. He noted that parking in the First Street parking lot will be free for those attending the event. Lastly, Interim City Manager Gallegos thanked the Seal Beach Lions Club, the Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce, and the Boathouse for organizing the Southern California Fire Support Donation Drive. He announced that the Southern California Fire Support Donation Drive will have a second drop off day on Sunday, January 19, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. — 3:00 p.m. COUNCIL COMMENTS Council Member Kalmick wished everyone a Happy New Year. Additionally, he reported his attendance at an Orange County Fire Authority Ad Hoc Committee meeting. Council Member Seneca) thanked the Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce and the Seal Beach Lions Club for organizing the Southern California Fire Support Donation Drive. She announced that the Los Angeles Fire Foundation is looking for funding to purchase equipment. Additionally, Council Member Senecal encouraged residents to sign up for Nixle and Alert OC and to follow Seal Beach's social media pages to stay updated on what is going on in Seal Beach. Additionally, Council Member Senecal thanked District 4 residents for their vote of confidence in voting for her as District 4 Council Member. Finally, she wished her fellow City Council Members a Happy New Year and stressed the importance of collaboration. Council Member Wong reported his attendance at the monthly College Park West entrance clean up event and at Supervisor Ngyuen's swearing in ceremony. Additionally, he thanked City Staff for planning a meeting with Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) for 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Edison Park, regarding the Haynes Generating Station Recycled Water Pipeline Project. Mayor Pro Tern Steele welcomed Council Members Wong and Senecal to the City Council. Additionally, Mayor Pro Tern Steele reported his attendance at an Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control Ad Hoc meeting and an Orange County Older Adult Advisory Commission (OC-OAAC) meeting. Mayor Pro Tern Steele moved to have staff research a fire resilience assessment project to include as a part of the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and bring their findings back at a future Council Meeting. There was Council consensus. Mayor Landau congratulated Supervisor Ngyuen on her new position. Additionally, she thanked the Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce and Seal Beach Lions Club for organizing the Southern California Fire Support Donation Drive and applauded John Osborn for his generous donation. Lastly, Mayor Landau reported her attendance at the candlelight vigil for Connor Lees and shared a brief story about Connor. COUNCIL ITEMS 111 A. Amendments to the Zoning Code Related to Landscaping and Permeable Surfaces in the Residential Low Density - 9 Zoning District - That the City Council provide direction to staff related to desired Zoning Code amendments for landscaping and permeable surfaces in the Residential Low Density — 9 zoning district. A discussion ensued between the Council Members and Community Development Director Smittle. Mayor Landau moved, second by Council Member Seneca) to prepare an ordinance to amend the municipal code to allow for a sports court. AYES: Landau, Senecal NOES: Kalmick, Wong, Steele ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion failed CONSENT CALENDAR B. Approval of the City Council Minutes - That the City Council approve the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on December 9, 2024. C. Demand on City Treasury (Fiscal Year 2025) - Ratification. D. Monthly Investment Report (January 13, 2025) - Receive and file. E. 2025 Calendar of Meeting Dates - That the City Council receive and file the 2025 Calendar of Meeting Dates, which include the cancellation of the first meeting in July (14th) and the second meetings in August (25th), November (24th), and December (22nd). F. City Council Appointment - It is the request of Council Member Kalmick that the City Council appoint Juliette Harton to represent District One on the Recreation and Parks Commission. G. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 1717 Adopting Specific Plan Amendment 24-02 - That the City Council conduct second reading, by title only, and adopt Ordinance 1717 titled "An Ordinance Of The City Of Seal Beach Adopting Specific Plan Amendment 24-2, For The Amendment Of The Main Street Specific Plan Pertaining To The Main Street Outdoor Uses Development Standards To Allow Size Flexibility For Outdoor Dining Tables, Merchandise Displays, And Benches And Finding The Ordinance To Be Exempt From The California Environmental Quality Act." H. City Council Appointments to the Citizen-Council Stormwater Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee - It is at the request of Mayor Pro Tem Steele that the City Council approve the resident appointment of Schelly Sustarsic to the Citizen-Council Stormwater Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. In addition to the resident appointment, it is recommended by staff that the City Council appoint Council Member Patty Seneca) as a Council representative on the Committee. I. Notice of Completion for the Heather Park Play Area Improvements Project, CIP PR2203/O-PR-1 -That the City Council adopt Resolution 7596: 1. Accepting the Heather Park Play Area Improvements Project, CIP PR2203/O-PR-1, by KYA Services, LLC in the amount of $786,348.85; and, 2. Directing the City Clerk to file a "Notice of Completion" with the Orange County Clerk-Recorder within fifteen (15) days from the date of acceptance and to release retention thirty-five (35) days after recordation of the Notice of Completion contingent upon no claims being filed on the Project. J. Approving Budget Amendment BA #25-07-02 for the Transportation Impact Development Fee Study - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7597 approving Budget Amendment BA #25-07-02 for the Transportation Impact Development Fee Study. K. Notice of Completion for the West End Pump Station VFD Replacement Project, CIP SD2401/BG2401EX101-WEPS - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7598: 1. Accepting the West End Pump Station VFD Replacement Project, CIP SD2401/BG2401EX101-WEPS, by R.I.C. Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $232,373.22; and, 2. Directing the City Clerk to file a "Notice of Completion" with the Orange County Clerk-Recorder within fifteen (15) days from the date of acceptance and to release retention thirty-five (35) days after recordation of the Notice of Completion contingent upon no claims being filed on the Project. L. Adopting the City of Seal Beach Safety Action Plan and Authorizing the Interim City Manager, or Designee, to Act as the City's Agent for Negotiations, Document Execution, and Submission of Necessary Applications for Future Implementation Grants and Related Obligations - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7599: 1. Adopting the City of Seal Beach Safety Action Plan; and, 2. Authorizing the Interim City Manager, or their designee, as agent to conduct all negotiations, and to execute and submit all documents on behalf of the City of Seal Beach, including, but not limited to applications, forms, agreements, and payment requests, which may be necessary to submit and secure future implementation grants, the City's obligations related thereto, and all amendments thereto for the Plan. M. Applications for Grant Funds for the Orange County Community Resources OC Housing and Community Public Facilities and Improvements Grant - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7600: 1. Approving the application for grant funds related to the OC Housing and Community Development Public Facilities and Improvements to apply upgrades to the Seal Beach Senior Center, and to accept any funds awarded through the program; and, 2. Directing the Interim City Manager to execute all necessary documents to apply for, accept, receive, and utilize the grant funding to participate in the grant program, including incorporation in the FY 2025-26 proposed Annual Budget. That the City Council adopt Resolution 7601: 1. Approving the application for grant funds related to the OC Housing and Community Development Public Facilities and Improvements to apply upgrades to the Mary Wilson Library, and to accept any funds awarded through the program; and, 2. Directing the Interim City Manager to execute all necessary documents to apply for, accept, receive, and utilize the grant funding to participate in the grant program, including incorporation in the FY 2025-26 proposed Annual Budget. N. Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7602: 1. Approving Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International Inc., extending the term to December 31, 2025; and, 2. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 on behalf of the City. O. Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Budget Amendment for Services or Reimbursement For City of Seal Beach Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update FY 2024-25 - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7603: 1. Approve Budget Amendment BA#25-07-01 for FY 2024-25 for the purchase of equipment or services or for reimbursement of operating costs for the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) Five Year Update, including but not limited, the Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International for preparation of the LHMP Update; and, 2. Authorizing the City Manager to take any further actions necessary for the purpose of obtaining reimbursement. P. Seeking City Council Approval for the Seal Beach Police Department to Purchase Ammunition for Police Rifles, Pursuant to the City's "Military Equipment" Use Policy and State Law - That City Council adopt Resolution 7604 to approve the purchase of the .223 / 5.56mm ammunition for the Seal Beach Police Department, pursuant to the City's "military equipment" use policy. Q. 2025 City Council Appointments as Representatives to Intergovernmental Agencies - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7605: 1. Confirming City Council appointments as representatives and alternates to the Intergovernmental Agencies for 2025; and, 2. Directing the City Clerk to revise and post on the website the 2025 Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Form 806. Mayor Pro Tern Steele moved, second by Council Member Kalmick to approve the recommended actions on the consent calendar. The vote below is for the Consent Calendar Items. AYES: Kalmick, Wong, Senecal, Steele, Landau NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Motion carried ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR There were no items removed from the consent calendar. 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 Landau adjourned the City Council at 9:27 p.m. to Monday, January 27, 2025, to meet in Closed Session if deemed necessary. I loria D. Har r, City Clerk City of Seal Beach 6,-):„, Approved: Lisa Landau, Mayor ,' " a. 4.V- y•, -•`s9 Fi>'a„r} / Attested: \ _U1 M# 1 , $*,4.-7 1 I'.0,( -- h"=r loria D. Harpe Vity erk *0�(I�h`I c.