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MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Monday, February 10, 2025 ~ 7:00 PM
City Council Chambers
211 Eighth Street
Seal Beach, California
LISA LANDAU
MAYOR
Third District
NATHAN STEELE
MAYOR PRO TEM
Fifth District
JOE KALMICK
COUNCIL MEMBER
First District
BEN WONG
COUNCIL MEMBER
Second District
PATTY SENECAL
COUNCIL MEMBER
Fourth District
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Treat everyone courteously;
Listen to others respectfully;
Exercise self-control;
Give open-minded consideration to all viewpoints;
Focus on the issues and avoid personalizing debate; and,
Embrace respectful disagreement and dissent as democratic rights, inherent components of an
inclusive public process, and tools for forging sound decisions.
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
COUNCIL ROLL CALL
PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITIONS
•Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) 30 Anniversary Proclamation
•Black History Month Proclamation
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
At this time members of the public may address the Council regarding any items within
the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the
Council cannot discuss or take action on any items not on the agenda unless
authorized by law. Matters not on the agenda may, at the Council's discretion, be
referred to the City Manager and placed on a future agenda.
Those members of the public wishing to speak are asked to come forward to the
microphone and state their name for the record. All speakers will be limited to a period
of five (5) minutes. Speakers must address their comments only to the Mayor and entire
City Council, and not to any individual, member of the staff or audience. Any documents
for review should be presented to the City Clerk for distribution. Speaker cards will be
available at the Clerk’s desk for those wishing to sign up to address the Council,
although the submission of a speaker card is not required in order to address the
Council.
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.
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney
CITY MANAGER REPORT Patrick Gallegos, Interim 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 City Council Minutes - That the City Council approve the
minutes of the Closed Session and Regular City Council meetings held on
January 27, 2025.
B.Demand on City Treasury (Fiscal Year 2025) - Ratification.
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C.Mary Wilson Library Lease Agreement Between the City of Seal Beach
and the County of Orange - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7611: 1.
Approving a lease agreement for the Mary Wilson Library between the City of
Seal Beach and the County of Orange; and, 2. Directing the Interim City
Manager to execute the lease agreement on behalf of the City.
D.Approving and Authorizing Amendment 1 to the Professional Services
Agreement with NV5, Inc. for On-call Professional Inspection Services -
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7612: 1. Approving Amendment 1 to
the Professional Services Agreement dated March 13, 2023, with NV5, Inc.,
increasing the second year compensation for on-call inspection services by
$100,000 for a total revised contract amount of $1,540,000; and, 2.
Authorizing and directing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment 1
to the Professional Services Agreement on behalf of the City.
E.Approving Budget Amendment BA #25-08-01 for the Drainage Closed
Circuit Television Inspection and Maintenance - That the City Council
adopt Resolution 7613 approving Budget Amendment BA #25-08-01 for
Drainage Closed Circuit Television Inspection and Maintenance.
F.Approving the Emergency Purchase of Two Personal Watercraft - That
the City Council adopt Resolution 7614: 1. Approving the emergency
purchase of two (2) Personal Watercraft for the Marine Safety Department, in
response to the critical failure of current units and the ongoing need for
reliable lifesaving equipment; and, 2. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to
execute an emergency purchase agreement with Del Amo Motorsports in the
amount of $35,958.
G.Amendment to the Cost Recovery Schedule to Add Penalty Amount for
Non-Compliance with California Vehicle Code Daylighting Parking
Requirements - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7615 amending the
City of Seal Beach Cost Recovery Schedule to include a penalty fee of $56 for
violations of California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 22500(n)(1)(A), known as
the "Daylighting" regulation, prohibiting parking within 20 feet of the approach
side of any crosswalk, or within 15 feet of crosswalks with curb extensions.
H.Approving a Retroactive Payment and Increasing the Contingency Fund
to the Telecommunications Services Agreement between the City of Seal
Beach and GoTo Communications, Inc - That the City Council adopt
Resolution 7616: 1. Approving the retroactive payment of $3,620.13 to GoTo
Communications, Inc. for additional telecommunications services for the initial
one-year term (Original Term); and, 2. Approving an increase in the
contingency funds to $12,000 per one-year extension for the
Telecommunications Services Agreement with GoTo Communications, Inc. for
a total not to exceed amount of $41,220.96 for the Original Term and four (4)
one-year extensions; and, 3. Authorizing and directing the Interim City
Manager to approve and execute any necessary supporting documents on
behalf of the City to implement the Resolution.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
PUBLIC HEARING – None
UNFINISHED / CONTINUED BUSINESS – None
NEW BUSINESS – None
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn the City Council to Monday, February 24, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. to meet in Closed
Session, if deemed necessary.
Agenda Item A
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:February 10, 2025
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
FROM:Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
SUBJECT:Approval of the City Council Minutes
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council approve the minutes of the Closed Session and Regular City
Council meetings held on January 27, 2025.
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 January 27, 2025.
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SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Gloria D. Harper Patrick Gallegos
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
Prepared by: Brandon DeCriscio, Deputy City Clerk
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Minutes – Closed Session, January 27, 2025
B. Minutes – Regular Session, January 27, 2025
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Seal Beach, California
January 27, 2025
The City Council met in Closed Session at 5:42 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Landau
Council Members: Kalmick, Wong, Senecal, Steele
Absent: None
City Staff: Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney
Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Landau opened oral communications. Speakers: None. Mayor Landau closed oral
communications.
CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Government Code §54957.6
City Negotiator(s): Interim City Manager Patrick Gallegos
Employee Organization(s):
Seal Beach Marine Safety Management Association
Police Officers Association
Police Management Association
Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association
Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
Orange County Employees Association
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Landau adjourned the Closed Session meeting at 6:55 p.m.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
City of Seal Beach
Approved:
Lisa Landau, Mayor
Attested:
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Seal Beach, California
January 27, 2025
The City Council met in Regular Session at 7:05 p.m. in the City Council Chamber.
Council Member Steele led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Landau
Council Members: Kalmick, Wong, Senecal, Steele
Absent: None
City Staff: Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney
Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
Michael Henderson, Police Chief
Barbara Arenado, Director of Finance/City Treasurer
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
Brian Gray, Emergency Services Coordinator/ Police Sergeant
PRESENTATIONS / RECOGNITIONS
Orange County Fire Authority Division 1 Chief Covey and Emergency Services
Coordinator Sergeant Gray (Emergency Preparedness)
Community Oriented Policing Team Homeless Outreach Presentation
Fleet Modernization Plan
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Landau opened oral communications. Speakers: Four (4) Anonymous Speakers
and Hope Horning addressed the City Council. Mayor Landau closed oral
communications.
Two (2) 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 Senecal pulled Item G for separate consideration.
Mayor Pro Tem Steele pulled Item H for separate consideration.
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Mayor Landau pulled Item I for separate consideration.
Council Member Senecal moved, second by Council Member Kalmick to approve the
agenda.
AYES: Kalmick, Wong, Landau, Senecal, Steele
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney Ghirelli reported that the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss the
one (1) item posted on the agenda. All five (5) Council Members were present, and no
reportable action was taken.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
Interim City Manager Gallegos thanked Police Chief Henderson and Sergeant Gray for
hosting the Winter Storm Preparation meeting. He announced that the City of Seal Beach
is working to prepare the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and encouraged residents to visit
the City’s website to provide their input. Additionally, he encouraged residents to view the
budget process video, also posted on the City’s website. Finally, Interim City Manager
Gallegos offered his condolences to the family of long-time Seal Beach resident Jim
Klisanin and recognized his many contributions to the City.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Council Member Wong reported his attendance at the Association of California Cities –
Orange County (ACC-OC) New Council Persons Orientation meeting, a National
Association for Industrial and Office Parks (NIAOP) meeting, an Edison Park Haynes
Generating Station Recycled Water Pipeline Project meeting, and the swearing-in
ceremony for Congressman Dave Min. Additionally Council Member Wong reported that
he was given a tour of the Seal Beach Police Department.
Council Member Kalmick reported his attendance at the swearing-in ceremony for
Congressman Dave Min, the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains
Conservancy meeting, the Orange County Library Board meeting, the Orange County
Fire Authority (OCFA) meeting, the Legislative and Public Affairs Committee meeting, a
neighborhood meeting in College Park West, and a Neighbor 4 Neighbor event in Old
Town. Additionally, Council Member Kalmick announced that he will be attending the San
Gabriel River Working Group meeting on January 29, 2025.
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Council Member Senecal reported her attendance at the Association of California Cities
– Orange County (ACC-OC) New Council Persons Orientation meeting, a meet and greet
with the Seal Beach Police Officers Association, the Police Department tour, the
Recreation and Parks Commission meeting, the Southern California Association of
Governments (SCAG) meeting, the Orange County Council of Governments (OCCOG)
meeting, and the Edison Park Haynes Generating Station Recycled Water Pipeline
Project meeting. Additionally, she announced that she will be serving on the SCAG
Energy and Environmental Policy Committee. Finally, Council Member Senecal
requested with the Mayor’s approval, to add an item related to storm drain cleaning be
agendized for the next City Council meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Steele reported his attendance at the Pathways presentation, the
Association of California Cities — Orange County (ACC-OC) training session, the West
Orange County Water Board meeting, the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control
meeting, the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) Conference, and the Cal Cities
Statewide Revenue and Taxation Committee meeting. Additionally, Mayor Pro Tem
Steele congratulated Council Member Kalmick on becoming the Vice Chair of the OCFA
Board of Directors. Finally, Council Member Steele reported that he held a Q&A session
with the Sunshine Club in Leisure World.
Mayor Pro Tem Steele closed his comments by recognizing that January 27, 2025, is the
80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and noted that it was Holocaust
Remembrance Day.
Mayor Landau noted she was under the weather the previous weekend and apologized
for missing several events. She inquired about potentially filming the upcoming Edison
Park Haynes Generating Station Recycled Water Pipeline Project meeting on January
29, 2025. Her questions were addressed by Public Works Director Lee. Additionally, she
inquired about the attendance at the recent Neighbor 4 Neighbor event, and her inquiries
were addressed by Police Chief Henderson. Finally, Mayor Landau offered her
condolences to the family of Jim Klisanin and gave a brief overview of Jim’s life.
COUNCIL ITEMS
There were no council items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of the City Council Minutes - That the City Council approve the minutes
of the Regular City Council meeting held on January 13, 2025.
B. Demand on City Treasury (Fiscal Year 2025) - Ratification.
C. Monthly Investment Report (January 27, 2025) - Receive and file.
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D. Report of City Manager and Department Heads Authorized Contracts - That the
City Council receive and file the report.
E. City Council Reappointment and Appointments - It is the request of Council
Member Wong that the City Council reappoint and appoint the following representatives
to represent District 2 on the respective board, commissions and foundation:
Karen Nolta – Planning Commission
Michael W. Depew Sr. – Environmental Quality Control Board
Robert Elliott – Recreation and Parks Commission
Jose Osuna – Seal Beach Cable Foundation (reappointment)
F. Awarding and Authorizing Execution of a Public Works Agreement with All
American Asphalt for the Arterial Paving Program, Seal Beach Boulevard, from
Westminster Avenue to North Gate Road, CIP O-ST-3 - That the City Council adopt
Resolution 7606: 1. Approving the plans, specifications, and contract documents for the
Arterial Paving Program (Project), Seal Beach Boulevard from Westminster Avenue to
North Gate Road, CIP O-ST-3; and, 2. Approving and awarding a Public Works
Agreement to All American Asphalt in the amount of $1,289,158, and rejecting all other
bids; and, 3. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a Public Works Agreement
with All American Asphalt for the Project; and, 4. Authorizing the Interim City Manager
to approve additional work requests up to $220,000 and construction
support/testing/inspection services up to $60,000, in connection with the Project, in the
cumulative not-to-exceed amount of $280,000.
G. Notice of Completion for the Tennis and Pickleball Center Sports Court Lighting
Project, CIP BG2105 - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7607: 1. Accepting the
Tennis and Pickleball Center Sports Court Lighting Project, CIP BG2105, by TLS Choice,
LLC in the amount of $201,552.06; 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.
H. Approving and Authorizing an Amendment to Approve a Retroactive
Agreement between the City of Seal Beach and Golden Rain Foundation (GRF) to
Recognize and Support Reimbursement for Emergency Vaccination Services
Provided to Residents Within the Leisure World Community During The COVID-19
Pandemic by Way of a FEMA Request For Reimbursement - That the City Council
adopt Resolution 7608: 1. Approving the retroactive agreement between the City of Seal
Beach and Golden Rain Foundation (GRF) to recognize and support reimbursement for
emergency vaccination services provided to residents within the Leisure World
community during the COVID-19 pandemic; and, 2. Authorizing the City of Seal Beach
to act as a supportive intermediary in GRF's application to the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) for reimbursement of documented vaccination-related
expenses; and, 3. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute any necessary
supporting documents required by FEMA to facilitate reimbursement for GRF’s incurred
expenses as specified in the agreement.
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I. Approve Updated Classification Specifications for Police Corporal and Police
Sergeant Classifications - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7609 approving
updated classification specifications for the Police Corporal and Police Sergeant
classifications.
J. Agreement for SB 90/State Mandated Cost Reimbursement Claim Preparation
Services by Nichols Consulting for Fiscal Years 2025 – 2027 - That the City Council
adopt Resolution 7610: 1. Approving the service agreement with Nichols Consulting;
and, 2. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute on behalf of the City all contracts
and proposals, including any necessary extensions or amendments thereafter.
Mayor Pro Tem Steele moved, second by Council Member Wong 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
Council Member Wong introduced incoming board, commission, and committee
members to the City Council and members of the public.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
G. Notice of Completion for the Tennis and Pickleball Center Sports Court Lighting
Project, CIP BG2105 - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7607: 1. Accepting the
Tennis and Pickleball Center Sports Court Lighting Project, CIP BG2105, by TLS Choice,
LLC in the amount of $201,552.06; 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.
Interim City Manager Gallegos called upon Public Works Director Lee to provide an
overview of the staff report.
Public Works Director Lee provided a brief overview of the staff report. A discussion
ensued between Public Works Director Lee, Council Members Wong and Senecal,
Mayor Pro Tem Steele, and City Attorney Ghirelli.
Council Member Senecal moved, second by Mayor Landau to adopt Resolution 7607: 1.
Accepting the Tennis and Pickleball Center Sports Court Lighting Project, CIP BG2105,
by TLS Choice, LLC in the amount of $201,552.06; and, 2. Directing the City Clerk to file
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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.
AYES: Kalmick, Wong, Senecal, Steele, Landau
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
H. Approving and Authorizing an Amendment to Approve a Retroactive
Agreement between the City of Seal Beach and Golden Rain Foundation (GRF) to
Recognize and Support Reimbursement for Emergency Vaccination Services
Provided to Residents Within the Leisure World Community During The COVID-19
Pandemic by Way of a FEMA Request For Reimbursement - That the City Council
adopt Resolution 7608: 1. Approving the retroactive agreement between the City of Seal
Beach and Golden Rain Foundation (GRF) to recognize and support reimbursement for
emergency vaccination services provided to residents within the Leisure World
community during the COVID-19 pandemic; and, 2. Authorizing the City of Seal Beach
to act as a supportive intermediary in GRF's application to the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) for reimbursement of documented vaccination-related
expenses; and, 3. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute any necessary
supporting documents required by FEMA to facilitate reimbursement for GRF’s incurred
expenses as specified in the agreement.
Interim City Manager Gallegos called upon Mayor Pro Tem Steele, who gave a brief
overview of the agenda item. Mayor Pro Tem Steele thanked Sergeant Gray for all of his
work on the reimbursement.
Mayor Pro Tem Steele moved, second by Council Member Wong to adopt Resolution
7608: 1. Approving the retroactive agreement between the City of Seal Beach and
Golden Rain Foundation (GRF) to recognize and support reimbursement for emergency
vaccination services provided to residents within the Leisure World community during
the COVID-19 pandemic; and, 2. Authorizing the City of Seal Beach to act as a
supportive intermediary in GRF's application to the Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) for reimbursement of documented vaccination-related expenses; and,
3. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute any necessary supporting documents
required by FEMA to facilitate reimbursement for GRF’s incurred expenses as specified
in the agreement.
AYES: Kalmick, Wong, Senecal, Steele, Landau
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion carried
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I. Approve Updated Classification Specifications for Police Corporal and Police
Sergeant Classifications - That the City Council adopt Resolution 7609 approving
updated classification specifications for the Police Corporal and Police Sergeant
classifications.
Interim City Manager Gallegos called upon Police Chief Henderson to provide an
overview of the staff report.
Police Chief Henderson provided an overview of the staff report. A discussion ensued
between Mayor Landau and Police Chief Henderson. Mayor Landau’s questions and
concerns were addressed by Police Chief Henderson.
Mayor Landau moved, second by Council Member Kalmick to adopt Resolution 7609
approving updated classification specifications for the Police Corporal and Police
Sergeant classifications.
AYES: Kalmick, Wong, Senecal, Steele, Landau
NOES: None
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 Landau adjourned the City Council at 9:00 p.m. to Monday, February 10, 2025, to
meet in Closed Session at 5:30 p.m., if deemed necessary.
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__________________________
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
City of Seal Beach
Approved: ___________________________
Lisa Landau, Mayor
Attested: ____________________________
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Agenda Item C
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:February 10, 2025
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
FROM:Alexa Smittle, Community Development Director
SUBJECT:Mary Wilson Library Lease Agreement Between the City of
Seal Beach and the County of Orange
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7611:
1. Approving a lease agreement for the Mary Wilson Library between the City
of Seal Beach and the County of Orange; and,
2. Directing the Interim City Manager to execute the lease agreement on
behalf of the City.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
The Orange County Public Libraries (OCPL) is a special district governed by the
County of Orange (County) Board of Supervisors, and is the library services
provider in Seal Beach. OCPL is responsible for managing the day-to-day
operations of 33 libraries throughout the county, including the Los Alamitos-
Rossmoor Library located in the Shops at Rossmoor shopping center, and the
Mary Wilson Library, located at 707 Electric Avenue.
While the County owns the library property at the Shops at Rossmoor, the Mary
Wilson Library (Library) building is owned by the City of Seal Beach (City), and a
lease agreement governing the Library’s operations was established between the
City and County on August 10, 1976. Since that time, the two entities have
maintained a collaborative relationship regarding building maintenance and
operations. Generally, the County has historically been responsible for interior and
personal property of the Library portion of the building, while the City is responsible
for the building maintenance, repairs, and replacements. For clarity, the City is
entirely responsible for all operations and maintenance in the Senior Center portion
of the building.
The Library is an essential resource for the residents of Seal Beach with nearly
90,000 visits in 2024, about 28,000 of which were people attending the
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comprehensive range of program offerings designed for children, adolescents,
adults, and seniors. The Library is instrumental in providing crucial services,
including access to books, current information, and various resources that promote
learning. The Library also offers equipment for public use, such as computers,
printers, and study spaces.
The City and OCPL are proposing a new lease to refresh and modernize the
language, while maintaining the intent and goals of the 1976 lease regarding the
ongoing occupancy of the Library. These proposed terms are designed to align
with comparable lease agreements for library facilities established between the
County and other municipalities within Orange County, as well as the provisions
set forth in the 1976 lease agreement.
Key Terms of the Proposed Lease:
1.Term: 10-year initial term with two five-year extension options.
2.Rent: The County's use of the premises will continue to be rent-free in
support of the community benefits it provides.
3.Use: The premises will be used to provide free public library services.
4.Maintenance:
The City will be responsible for major repairs, maintenance, and
replacements for the premises building and parking lot, including
structural elements, HVAC, and other building systems.
The County will provide janitorial services, maintain interior
equipment and personal property, and be responsible for utilities
supplied to the premises.
5.Improvements:
The County may make improvements and changes to the premises,
including installing fixtures, telecommunication devices, and
equipment.
The City will provide and facilitate the replacement of both traditional
lightbulbs and energy-efficient Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting.
The City and OCPL have a shared goal of obtaining funding for capital
improvements at the Library in the future, and recently collaborated on a grant
application for Community Development Block Grant funds. Unfortunately, these
funds were not awarded this year, but both entities will continue seeking grant
resources for this building in the future to leverage this mutually beneficial
partnership.
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 the lease with the County will not have a significant effect
on the environment.
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LEGAL ANALYSIS:
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved as to form.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Approval of this lease is not expected to have new budget implications for the fiscal
year, as the City already maintains this building. Ongoing maintenance and capital
improvements associated with the Library will continue to be addressed through
the City’s annual budgeting process.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is not applicable to the Strategic Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7611:
1. Approving a lease agreement for the Mary Wilson Library between the City
of Seal Beach and the County of Orange; and,
2. Directing the Interim City Manager to execute the lease agreement on
behalf of the City.
SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Alexa Smittle Patrick Gallegos
Alexa Smittle, Community
Development Director
Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
Prepared by: Megan Coats, Management Analyst
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution 7611
B. Mary Wilson Library Lease Agreement
RESOLUTION 7611
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING A 10-YEAR LEASE
AGREEMENT FOR THE MARY WILSON LIBRARY
BETWEEN THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH AND THE COUNTY
OF ORANGE
WHEREAS, the County of Orange (County) provides library services to the City of Seal
Beach (City) through the Orange County Public Libraries system; and,
WHEREAS, the Mary Wilson Library (Library) has been operated by the County since
August 10, 1976; and,
WHEREAS, the Library serves as a vital resource for Seal Beach residents; and,
WHEREAS, the City and County propose new lease terms for the continued occupancy
of the Library; and,
WHEREAS, the Lease Agreement will allow the Orange County Public Libraries system
to continue occupying the premises for up to 20 years.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY RESOLVE:
Section 1. The City Council hereby approves the lease agreement for the Mary Wilson
Library between the City of Seal Beach and the County of Orange.
Section 2. The Council hereby directs the Interim City Manager to execute the
Agreement on behalf of the City.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 10th day of February 2025 by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council Members
Lisa Landau, Mayor
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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 7611 on file in the office of the City
Clerk, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting held on
the 10th day of February 2025.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Agenda Item D
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:February 10, 2025
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
FROM:Iris Lee, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT:Approving and Authorizing Amendment 1 to the
Professional Services Agreement with NV5, Inc. for On-call
Professional Inspection Services
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7612:
1. Approving Amendment 1 to the Professional Services Agreement dated
March 13, 2023, with NV5, Inc., increasing the second year compensation
for on-call inspection services by $100,000 for a total revised contract
amount of $1,540,000; and,
2. Authorizing and directing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment
1 to the Professional Services Agreement on behalf of the City.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
The City has a robust capital improvement, development services, and interagency
coordination program that requires on-going inspection services to ensure
construction work complies with design requirements and City standards.
On March 13, 2023, City Council adopted Resolution 7386, approving a
Professional Servies Agreement (Agreement) between NV5, Inc. (NV5) and the
City for On-Call Professional Inspection Services (Services) for a three (3) year
term with two (2) additional one-year extension options. Currently, the Agreement
is in its second year.
Historically, services that NV5 has provided to the City accounted for under
$40,000 per month. Development related permits along with inter-agency permits
(e.g., OC San projects, I-405 widening) are reimbursed by their respective agency
or applicant. This accounts for approximately 70 percent of the overall inspection
needs. Twenty-five percent is estimated to be utilized for Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) projects and are expensed from approved project budgets. The final
five (5) percent is budgeted under various Public Works maintenance accounts.
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Staff has successfully completed many CIPs within this Fiscal Year, including the
local paving and slurry seal projects in the College Park East neighborhood, the
Pier restroom and concrete abutment, Heather Park improvements, North Seal
Beach Community Center Rehabilitation, and the Lampson Avenue Bike Trail
Improvements Project (Lampson Bike Project).
The Lampson Bike Project was funded partially by a Federal Active Transportation
Program (ATP) Grant. Federal funding stipulates stringent inspection and reporting
requirements, many of which led to the need for a full-time inspector from NV5 for
this project alone. The need for an additional full-time inspector for the Lampson
Bike Project was not accounted for when the NV5 Agreement was approved in
2023, and inspections have accounted for over $220,000 since March 2024.
Staff is projecting that the remaining inspection needs for the Agreement’s second
year is approximately $100,000.
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 amendment to a professional services
agreement with NV5, Inc. will not have a significant effect on the environment.
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
The City Attorney has reviewed the amendment and resolution and approved as
to form.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
There are no fiscal impacts related to the approval of Amendment 1 to the
Agreement. The approval of the proposed Amendment 1 does not directly
appropriate or expend funds. Services performed by NV5 under the original
Agreement and Amendment 1 will be used to the extent of available funding in the
applicable budget accounts.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is not applicable to the Strategic Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7612:
1. Approving Amendment 1 to the Professional Services Agreement dated
March 13, 2023, with NV5, Inc., increasing the second year compensation
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for on-call inspection services by $100,000 for a total revised contract
amount of $1,540,000; and,
1. Authorizing and directing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment
1 to the Professional Services Agreement on behalf of the City.
SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Iris Lee Patrick Gallegos
Iris Lee, Director of Public Works Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
Prepared by: David Spitz, P.E. Associate Engineer
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution 7612
B. Amendment 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with NV5, Inc.
C. Professional Services Agreement with NV5, Inc.
RESOLUTION 7612
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT 1 TO THE PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH NV5, INC. FOR ON-CALL
PROFESSIONAL INSPECTION SERVICES
WHEREAS, the City has a robust capital improvement, development services, and
interagency coordination program that requires on-call professional inspection
services; and,
WHEREAS, on March 13, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution 7386
approving a three (3) year Professional Services Agreement (Agreement) with
NV5, Inc. (NV5) to provide professional inspection services in the amount of
$480,000 per year for a total of $1,440,000 for the three-year term, and authorizing
the City Manager to extend the Agreement for up to two (2) additional one-year
terms; and,
WHEREAS, due to the City’s on-going professional inspection service needs, the
authorized annual amount for the services performed by NV5 under the
Agreement, is close to being fully encumbered before March 13, 2025, the end of
the second year; and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend the Agreement to increase compensation
by $100,000 for the second year for a not-to-exceed annual amount of $580,000,
and for a total not-to-exceed amount of $1,540,000 for the original term.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby approves Amendment 1 to the Agreement
dated March 13, 2023, between the City of Seal Beach and NV5, Inc.
increasing NV5’s second year compensation by $100,000 for a
revised second year not-to-exceed contract amount of $580,000 for
a total not-to-exceed contract amount of $1,540,000 for the original
term.
SECTION 2. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the Interim City
Manager to execute Amendment 1.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council at a
regular meeting held on the 10th day of February 2025 by the following vote:
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AYES: Council Members _________________________________________
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council Members
Lisa Landau, Mayor
ATTEST:
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE }
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 7612 on file in the office of
the City Clerk, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 10th day of February 2025.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Agenda Item E
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:February 10, 2025
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
FROM:Iris Lee, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT:Approving Budget Amendment BA #25-08-01 for the
Drainage Closed Circuit Television Inspection and
Maintenance
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7613 approving Budget Amendment
BA #25-08-01 for Drainage Closed Circuit Television Inspection and Maintenance.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
The City owns and operates a network of storm drain facilities spanning
approximately 11.15 square miles. Ongoing investment in the inspection,
maintenance, and upgrades of the storm drain system is essential to ensure proper
stormwater conveyance across the City.
On April 22, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution 7512 establishing the
Citizen-Council Stormwater Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee (Committee). The
Committee's role is to assess potential stormwater conveyance improvements and
explore funding options. Since its formation, the Committee has reviewed several
improvement opportunities and identified one (1) immediate priority: the Closed
Circuit Television (CCTV) inspection and clearing of four (4) drainage lines located
between the College Park East (CPE) neighborhood and the Old Ranch Country
Club (ORCC).
National Plant Services, Inc. (NPS), one of the City’s pipeline inspection and
maintenance services contractors, has submitted a proposal to conduct the
recommended CCTV inspection and clearing work in the amount of $30,000 under
their existing agreement. As such, staff recommends approving Budget
Amendment BA #25-08-01 for $35,000, which includes a $5,000 contingency for
any unforeseen additional work.
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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 a budget amendment for inspection and
maintenance work will not have a significant effect on the environment.
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
The City Attorney has approved the resolution as to form.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Budget Amendment BA #25-08-01 will allocate $35,000 from the Leased Facilities
Fund Balance:
Description Account Revised/Adopted
Budget
Proposed
Budget
Budget (diff)
Amendment
Contract Professional 101-500-0043-51280 $ 155,000.00 $ 190,000.00 $ 35,000.00
Transfer In-Operational 101-000-0000-49200 $ 533,876.00 $ 568,876.00 $ 35,000.00
Transfer Out-Operational 102-150-0802-59200 $ - $ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00
The table below represents the estimated breakdown of the cost of services:
Description Amount
CCTV & Maintenance $30,000
Contingency $ 5,000
Project Budget $35,000
Any unspent funds will be returned to the original funding source.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is not applicable to the Strategic Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7613 approving Budget Amendment BA
#25-08-01 for Drainage Closed Circuit Television Inspection and Maintenance.
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SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Iris Lee Patrick Gallegos
Iris Lee, Director of Public Works Patrick Gallegos, Interim City
Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution 7613
RESOLUTION 7613
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL
APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENT BA #25-08-01
FOR DRAINAGE CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
WHEREAS, the City maintains a network of drainage facilities; and,
WHEREAS, routine storm drain inspection and maintenance would facilitate
proper drainage.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE:
Section 1. The City Council hereby approves Budget Amendment BA #25-08-
01 allocating $35,000 from the Leased Facilities Fund Balance for
Drainage Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Inspection and
Maintenance as follows:
Description Account Revised/Adopted
Budget
Proposed
Budget
Budget (diff)
Amendment
Contract Professional 101-500-0043-51280 $ 155,000.00 $ 190,000.00 $ 35,000.00
Transfer In-Operational 101-000-0000-49200 $ 533,876.00 $ 568,876.00 $ 35,000.00
Transfer Out-Operational 102-150-0802-59200 $ - $ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council at a
regular meeting held on the 10th day of February 2025 by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council Members
Lisa Landau, Mayor
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ATTEST:
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE }
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 7613 on file in the office of
the City Clerk, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 10th day of February 2025.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Agenda Item F
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:February 10, 2025
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
FROM:Joe Bailey, Marine Safety Chief
SUBJECT:Approving the Emergency Purchase of Two Personal
Watercraft
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7614:
1. Approving the emergency purchase of two (2) Personal Watercraft for the
Marine Safety Department, in response to the critical failure of current units
and the ongoing need for reliable lifesaving equipment; and,
2. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute an emergency purchase
agreement with Del Amo Motorsports in the amount of $35,958.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
The City of Seal Beach currently operates two (2) Personal Watercraft (PWC),
which are vital to the Marine Safety Department's (Department) lifesaving
operations. PWC are essential to the Department’s operations, particularly during
the winter months when staffing is limited and the need for rapid response is at its
highest. Lifeguards rely on these units for quick and effective rescues, and the
safety and success of these operations depend on the reliable performance of the
PWC. PWC must be durable, capable of performing under extreme conditions, and
equipped to handle the demanding rescue environment in which the Department
operates.
Starting in early Spring 2024, the PWC began to experience recurring issues with
the steering systems, wear rings on the impellers, and consistent power and
starting failures. Despite multiple attempts at repairs by the City's fleet mechanic
and the dealership service department, these problems have continued to recur,
leaving the PWC unreliable and unsafe for emergency use.
During a major winter storm in December 2024, a PWC was deployed to assist
with a rescue operation involving multiple lifeguards and a victim in 12-foot surf.
During the operation, the PWC lost power, placing all involved, the two (2)
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lifeguards and the victim, at significant risk. Fortunately, the lifeguards were able
to complete the rescue and bring the victim to safety, but the failure of the PWC
created a dangerous situation that could have had far more severe consequences.
As a result of the ongoing issues and the critical failure of the PWC during a high-
stakes rescue, it has become apparent that the continued use of the current units
presents a serious safety risk to personnel and the public. It is imperative to
purchase replacement PWC immediately to ensure the Department can continue
to perform lifesaving rescues without putting people at risk. Upon the completion
of the new vehicle and equipment purchase and retrofitting, the existing PWC may
be sold or disposed of.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
There is no environmental impact related to this item.
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
There is no legal analysis required for this item.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Due to the timing and emergency nature of the purchase, the payment of the
Purchase Agreement with Del Amo Motorsports in the amount of $35,958 will be
absorbed within the Fleet portion of the Revitalization funds in the current Adopted
Budget.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is not applicable to the Strategic Plan.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7614:
1. Approving the emergency purchase of two Personal Watercraft for the
Marine Safety Department, in response to the critical failure of current units
and the ongoing need for reliable lifesaving equipment; and,
2. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute an emergency purchase
agreement with Del Amo Motorsports in the amount of $35,958.
SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Joe Bailey Patrick Gallegos
Joe Bailey, Marine Safety Chief Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
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ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution 7614
B. Del Amo Motorsports Invoice
RESOLUTION 7614
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL APPROVING
THE PURCHASE OF TWO REPLACEMENT PERSONAL WATERCRAFT
FOR THE MARINE SAFETY DEPARTMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE
INTERIM CITY MANAGER TO SURPLUS EXISTING VEHICLES AND
EQUIPMENT
WHEREAS, personal watercraft are important lifesaving equipment utilized by the
Marine Safety Department; and,
WHEREAS, the Marine Safety Department currently owns and operates two (2)
personal watercrafts, which have recently experienced various mechanical failures;
and,
WHEREAS, the Department’s two personal watercrafts must be replaced because
they are no longer reliable and are unsafe for emergency use; and,
WHEREAS, the Department has determined that it must procure the two new
personal watercrafts on an emergency basis due to recent surf that has posed a
threat to public safety and required emergency rescues; and,
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Seal Beach Charter and the City’s purchasing
ordinance set forth in Chapter 3.20 of the Seal Beach Municipal Code, in order to
obtain the replacement personal watercrafts on an emergency basis, the City
solicited a request for quotation and invoice from the nearest available source of
supply, Del Amo Motorsports, for purchase of two new personal watercrafts.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH DOES
HEREBY RESOLVE:
Section 1. In accordance with Seal Beach Municipal Code Section 3.20.025(A),
the City Council hereby approves the purchase of two (2) replacement
personal watercraft at a total cost of $35,958.
Section 2. The City Council hereby authorizes the Interim City Manager to
approve a purchase order for the new personal watercraft, and all
applicable sales tax and fees required for delivery for the personal
watercraft.
Section 3. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to surplus and
cause to be sold the existing personal watercraft upon the completion
of the new vehicle and equipment purchase and retrofitting.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 10th day of February 2025 by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council Members
Lisa Landau, Mayor
ATTEST:
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF ORANGE }
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 7614 on file in the office of
the City Clerk, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 10th day of February, 2025.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Agenda Item G
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:February 10, 2025
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
FROM:Michael Henderson, Chief of Police
SUBJECT:Amendment to the Cost Recovery Schedule to Add Penalty
Amount for Non-Compliance with California Vehicle Code
Daylighting Parking Requirements
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7615 amending the City of Seal Beach Cost
Recovery Schedule to include a penalty fee of $56 for violations of California
Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 22500(n)(1)(A), known as the "Daylighting"
regulation, prohibiting parking within 20 feet of the approach side of any crosswalk,
or within 15 feet of crosswalks with curb extensions.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
"Daylighting" is a term used to describe improving pedestrian and bicyclist visibility
at intersections, addressing a significant factor in pedestrian/bicycle-vehicle
collisions. By limiting vehicle obstructions near crosswalks, drivers gain an
unobstructed view of pedestrians, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or
reduced visibility.
On January 1, 2024, California Assembly Bill 413 introduced amendments to
California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 22500 to enhance pedestrian safety
through "Daylighting" provisions. These provisions “prohibit stopping, parking, or
leaving a vehicle standing within 20 feet of the vehicle approach side of any
crosswalk or within 15 feet of crosswalks with curb extensions, except when
necessary to avoid conflict with traffic or in compliance with directions from a peace
officer or traffic control device.”
To align with these changes and support local enforcement efforts, staff
recommends adding a $56 penalty for violations of CVC Section 22500(n)(1)(A).
This amount mirrors existing penalties for parking violations within the City of Seal
Beach (City), ensuring consistency across enforcement policies. Additionally, it is
consistent with penalties for similar parking violations, supporting effective
enforcement without imposing undue financial hardship.
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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:
While revenue projections are contingent on enforcement levels and compliance
rates, the $56 penalty ensures alignment with cost recovery policies.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item supports the City's Strategic Plan goal of enhancing public safety by
promoting compliance with traffic laws and reducing pedestrian-related traffic
incidents.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7615 amending the City of Seal Beach Cost
Recovery Schedule to include a penalty fee of $56 for violations of California
Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 22500(n)(1)(A), known as the "Daylighting"
regulation, prohibiting parking within 20 feet of the approach side of any crosswalk
or within 15 feet of crosswalks with curb extensions.
SUBMITTED BY: NOTED AND APPROVED:
Michael Henderson Patrick Gallegos
Michael Henderson, Chief of Police Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
Prepared by: Nick Nicholas, Support Services Bureau Captain
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution 7615
B. Updated Cost Recovery Schedule Pertaining to Parking Fees with
New 22500(n) Violation
RESOLUTION 7615
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL
AMENDING THE SEAL BEACH COST RECOVERY SCHEDULE
TO INCLUDE A PARKING PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS OF
CALIFORNIA VEHICLE CODE SECTION 22500(n)(1)(A) -
"DAYLIGHTING" REGULATION.
WHEREAS, the State of California enacted Assembly Bill 413, which amended
California Vehicle Code Section 22500 to include new "Daylighting" provisions
aimed at improving pedestrian visibility and safety at intersections; and,
WHEREAS, California Vehicle Code Section 22500(n)(1)(A) prohibits stopping,
parking, or leaving a vehicle standing within 20 feet of the vehicle approach side
of any marked or unmarked crosswalk, or within 15 feet of any crosswalk where a
curb extension is present, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic
or in compliance with directions from a peace officer or official traffic control device;
and,
WHEREAS, the City of Seal Beach is committed to enhancing pedestrian safety
and aligning local enforcement efforts with state laws; and,
WHEREAS¸ Vehicle Code Section provides that the City of Seal Beach’s schedule
of parking penalties for parking violations shall be established by the City Council
and, to the extent possible, standardized with other jurisdictions throughout
Orange County; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Seal Beach’s schedule of parking penalties is contained
within the City’s Cost Recovery Schedule; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend the City of Seal Beach Cost
Recovery Schedule to include a penalty fee of $56 for violations of California
Vehicle Code Section 22500(n)(1)(A), consistent with existing penalties for similar
parking violations; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that this penalty is generally consistent with
other jurisdictions throughout the County; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed penalty supports effective enforcement, encourages
compliance with traffic safety regulations, and aligns with the City’s goal of
promoting public safety.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE:
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Section 1. The City Council approves the addition of a $56 penalty for violations
of California Vehicle Code Section 22500(n)(1)(A) to the Seal Beach
Cost Recovery Schedule.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council at a
regular meeting held on the 10th day of February 2025 by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council Members
Lisa Landau, 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 7615 on file in the office of
the City Clerk, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 10th day of February 2025.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk
Captain Nick Nicholas
City Council Meeting
February 10, 2025
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Agenda Item H
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE:February 10, 2025
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Council
THRU:Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT:Approving an Increase in Compensation for the Original
Term and Increasing the Contingency Fund to the
Telecommunications Services Agreement between the City
of Seal Beach and GoTo Communications, Inc.
________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7616:
1. Approving the retroactive payment of $3,620.13 to GoTo Communications,
Inc. for additional telecommunications services for the initial one-year term
(Original Term); and,
2. Approving an increase in the contingency funds to $12,000 per one-year
extension for the Telecommunications Services Agreement with GoTo
Communications, Inc. for a total not to exceed amount of $41,220.96 for
the Original Term and four (4) one-year extensions; and,
3. Authorizing and directing the Interim City Manager to approve and execute
any necessary supporting documents on behalf of the City to implement
the Resolution.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS:
On June 12, 2023, the City Council approved a Telecommunications Services
Agreement with GoTo Communications, Inc. for the provision of equipment,
telecommunications services, software, and software as a service for a new
citywide telecommunications system with an initial term of one (1) year (“Original
Term”) for a not-to exceed amount of $58,160.14 and a $10,000 contingency fund.
The contract allowed for up to four (4) one-year extensions at an annual service
cost of $29,220.96. During implementation, the City identified the need for
additional phone lines that were previously not anticipated, exceeding the initial
approved contingency during the Original Term by $3,620.13.
To ensure flexibility in managing telecommunications services as operational
needs evolve, City staff is requesting City Council approval for a retroactive
payment of $3,620.13 to GoTo Communications Inc., for telecommunications
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services provided during the Original Term and approving an annual contingency
fund of $12,000 for each (1) one-year extension for a total not-to-exceed amount
of $41,220.96 for annual service costs.
Sufficient funding for telecommunications services has been allocated in the
Non-Departmental Citywide Office and Technology Resources Information
Systems Program, as approved in the FY 2024-2025 Operating Budget.
The contract term overlaps fiscal years, providing flexibility to cover the retroactive
payment in the amount of $3,620.13 for the Original Term and the anticipated costs
for the remainder of the fiscal year of the first extension, with future allocations for
(1) one year extensions appropriated through the annual budget process.
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 a retroactive payment and increase in the
contingency fund for a Telecommunications Services Agreement with GoTo
Communications, Inc. will not have a significant effect on the environment.
LEGAL ANALYSIS:
The City Attorney has reviewed and approved as to form.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Sufficient funding for telecommunications services has been allocated in the Non-
Departmental Citywide Office and Technology Resources Information Systems
Program, as approved in the FY 2024-2025 Operating Budget. The contract term
overlaps fiscal years, providing flexibility to cover the retroactive payment in the
amount of $3,620.13 for the Original Term and the anticipated costs for the
remainder of the fiscal year of the first one-year extension, with future allocations
for each additional one-year extension appropriated through the annual budget
process. A breakdown of the total agreement amount for annual services is listed
below:
Service Description Vendor Funding Source Amount
Monthly Recurring Charges:
Telecommunications Services GoTo Communications Inc. 101-120-20020-51250 $29,220.96
Contingency GoTo Communications Inc. 101-120-20020-51250 $12,000.00
Total Annual Service Fees: $ 41,220.96
STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is applicable to the FY 2023-2024 Strategic Plan.
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RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council adopt Resolution 7616:
1. Approving the retroactive payment of $3,620.13 to GoTo Communications,
Inc. for additional telecommunications services for the initial one-year term
(Original Term); and,
2. Approving an increase in the contingency funds to $12,000 per one-year
extension for the Telecommunications Services Agreement with GoTo
Communications, Inc. for a total not to exceed amount of $41,220.96 for
the Original Term and four (4) one-year extensions; and,
3. Authorizing and directing the Interim City Manager to approve and execute
any necessary supporting documents on behalf of the City to implement
the Resolution.
SUBMITTED BY:
Patrick Gallegos
Patrick Gallegos, Interim City Manager
Prepared by: Jennifer Robles, Management Analyst
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution 7616
B. Executed GoTo Communications, Inc., Order Form (Q-643708)
RESOLUTION 7616
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL APPROVING
AN INCREASE IN COMPENSATION FOR THE ORIGINAL TERM OF THE
TELECOMMUNICATIONS AGREEMENT WITH GOTO
COMMUNICATIONS, INC. AND APPROVING AN INCREASE IN THE
CONTINGENCY FUNDS FOR EACH ONE-YEAR EXTENSION IN
CONNECTION WITH THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A NEW
VOICE OVER INTERNET PROTOCOL (VoIP) TELEPHONE SYSTEM,
TOGETHER WITH RELATED COMMUNICATION SERVICES, FOR ALL
CITY FACILITIES
WHEREAS, on June 12, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution 7418 approving a
one-year Telecommunications Agreement (“Agreement”) with GoTo Communications
Inc. (“GoTo Communications”) for the purchase and installation of a new voice over
internet protocol (VoIP) telephone system and related communication services, for all City
facilities for a one-year term, and authorizing the City Manager to extend the Agreement
for up to four (4) additional one-year terms; and,
WHEREAS, due to the City’s increased ongoing telecommunications needs, the
contingency amount authorized for the services performed by GoTo Communications
under the Agreement was exceeded by the end of the initial one-year term (“Original
Term”); and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to retroactively increase the contingency for the services
provided by GoTo Communications in the Original Term, and to increase the contingency
to $12,000 per each additional one-year extension, for the total not-to-exceed amount of
$41,220.96 for the Original Term and all extensions.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH DOES
HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council hereby approves the retroactive payment of $3,620.13 for
additional telecommunications services for the initial one-year term
(“Original Term”).
Section 2. The City Council hereby approves an increase in the contingency funds to
$12,000 per one-year extension for the Agreement with GoTo
Communications, Inc., for a total not to exceed amount of $41,220.96 for
the Original Term and four one-year extensions.
Section 3. The City Council hereby authorizes the Interim City Manager to approve
and execute all documents on behalf of the City to implement this
Resolution.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 10th day of February 2025 by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council Members
Lisa Landau, 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 7616 on file in the office of the City
Clerk, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting held on
the 10th day of February 2025.
Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk