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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01 - Minutes - AmendedCity of Newport Beach City Council Minutes November 27, 2012 XVI. Agenda Item No. 1 January 8, 2013 Motion by Council Member Daigle, seconded by Council Member Henn to a) accept the completed work and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion; b) authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and Materials Bond 65 days after the Notice o�f \Completion has been recorded in accordance with applicable portions of the Civil Code; and "c) release the Faithful Performance Bond one year after Council acceptance. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Council Member Hill, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle Absent: Council Member Rosansky 22. NON - HABITABLE USE COVENANT APPLICABLE TO BLOCKrr00 NEWPORTiCENTER DRIVE AND SAN JOAQUIN HILLS PLX WITHIN TIHE �JNEWPORT CENTER PLANNED COMMUNITY (C-5285). [381100 -2012] I/ Council Member Daigle addressed the tracking of square foot ge and- e`quested that the City be more decisive and that the methodology used be included4h -the agreement in the future. Senior Planner Campbell addressed amendments to �e covenant which were distributed to Council, as well as the public, and noted that the City will work�in consultation with The Irvine Company to ensure that the area is identified appropria ely -and to address the definition of the building as'(non -habit b " He noted that The livi,'nhe\ omp na y is in agreement with the proposed changes to the covenant. ( r `? l Council Member Hill addressed the distinction between considering the entire building as uninhabitable versus it being (non-ha itable and provided suggested language. City Attorney Harp also suggested language d%b used in the agreement. Dan Miller, The Irvine Company, discussed the intent of the use of "non- habitable' and agreed with the additional chaar g�es and�iggesdd language changes. Motion by Mayor Pro Tb . Curry, seconded by Council Member Selich to a) find the requirement for renvir mentaljreview pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is satisfied by the prior certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report for the 2006 General Plan Update (SCH No. 2006011119) including Addendum Nos. 1 and 2; and b) authorize the Community Development Director to sign a covenant on behalf of the City regarding iHe,r•�estriction and use of building area within the North Newport Center Planned Community (NNCPC) /; spec_ ifica_ llly`Block 100 and San Joaquin Hills Plaza. Theemmotion carried by tthe following roll call vote: Aye" l: Council Member Hill, Mayor Pro Tern Curry, Mayor Gardner, Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle ,Absent: Council Member Rosansky Dan Wampole thanked Council, staff, and all the volunteers for their hard work in making this the last meeting in the current Council Chambers, and thanked the City for the new City Hall and a new beginning. Stephanie Barger thanked the City for making its marine resources a priority, as well as for having volunteers guard the tide pools. She also thanked the volunteers who worked on the Adopt -a -Beach program and encouraged the City to enforce its littering laws. Volume 60 - Page 653 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes November 27, 2012 Kimberly Minims discussed safety in schools and the creation of a YouTube site called "Bullying Warrior." She asked Council to support safety in its schools, provided personal testimony, and addressed negative impacts to families due to issues with the school district. Jim Mosher addressed the upcoming meeting in the new Council Chambers and referenced the City Charter, believing that changing the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem every December, rather than upon the election of new Council Members is unnecessary and improper. 1-1\ XVII. ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES Council Member Daigle reported on the recent meeting City is considering hiring a division of General Electric pattern. She commended City Manager Kiff and others fc XVIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS 23. VACATION OF A PORTION OF AN EXISTING [100 -2012] of the Aviation Committee and noted Mat the eto help with the design of a4irtuv�e,.� eparture r their continued effortsb7n thematter. ALLEYAT,3.900 EAST COAST HIGHWAY. Public Works Director Webb utilized a PowerPoint presentation to'discuss the location of the site, background, previous vacation of a section of —the ali'e`y�a�tlhe vacation of the alley by the applicant and the adjoining neighbor. He stated -that the City no longer needs the alley for access and presented recommendations. He noted that uupon vacation of the alley, the City would maintain an easement for utilities. He also addressed retention of the easement. Council Member Selich noted access to its property through for a Jaguar dealership that needed Discussion followed regarding a possible future condominium project. Public Works Director Webb indicated that, if there its -a need�n\ Lure, the City could reverse the vacation of the alley. Mayor Gardner /oop'e\\'ned t e public hearing. Magdi Hannarap\yplicir , epoorrted that the area is no longer zoned commercial, but is now residential. He rep orted \that his project involves the development of individual, detached 'townhomes and there is no need in the future to connect to the alley. In response to-Council questions, Mr. Hanna reported that the right -of -way still exists and that there ar�plans-t underground the utilities. He reported there is no need for the alley, it is in a blighted condition, and the development will improve the property. He stated that a retaining wall will beinstalled and that it will not add floor area to the project. He added that the vacation will alI w for an additional parking spot for his development. He noted that the elevation of the slope is an issue and addressed the possibility of the adjacent property being able to extend their home. Purcell encouraged the property owner to clean up the area. He commented on the future lopment and suggested that Council wait until the Planning Commission considers the project e making a decision. He provided a brief history of the property. Jun Mosher expressed concern regarding adding public land to private property and believed that the City should expect compensation from property owners on either side of the site. There being no further public testimony, Mayor Gardner closed the public hearing. Motion by Council Member Hill, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Curry to adopt Resolution Volume 60 - Page 654 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes November 27, 2012 Jim Mosher reiterated concerns voiced by the previous speaker, questioned the "required by law" relative to the deadline for submission of documents, and suggested replacing�it with "permitted by law." He noted that nothing in the resolution indicates that this would'onl apply to regular meetings and believed that the documents need amending and that the or•dinance\tlakes precedence over the policy. �� City Attorney Harp agreed with using "permitted by law" and addressed submittals. Resolution No. 2012 -114 extending the term of the City Council Management; b) adopt Resolution No. 2012 -115 amending the Coastal/] Committee and reestablishing it as the Water Quality /Coastal Tideliaru c) adopt Resolution No. 2012 -116 amending the Environmental Qualif Committee and reestablishing it as the Environmental1Quality�/Af Resolution No. 2012 -117 disestablishing the Special Even&Advisorl amend Resolution No. 2012 -118 amending City Council Policy A'-6\(Opei The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Council Member Hill, Mayor Pro Council Member Henn, Council ME Absent: Council Member Rosansky 27. STUDY OF CITY REFUSE Municipal Operations Director solid waste collection employ comprehensive review of City -i reported that an evaluation E including direct increemr entalt\cc performed. S ` \� CES. [100 -20121 of late to a)' adopt Quality Advisory ament Committee; Citizens Advisory rmittee; d) adopt tee; and e) adopt Policies). , Council Member Selich, non provided a Power•Point presentation and recognized the in the )audience. He referenced Council's approval of a ;erv�js and addressed the steps involved in the process. He a— current program, costs of the current collection program nd overhead, and competitive rates of surrounding cities was Discussion followed regarding achieving economies of scale, the need for staff to manage outsourcing contracts, and\.the inequity of comparing other city rates with Newport Beach since City rates include administrative costs. Municipal Operations Director Harmon reported that the comp na ies used for rate comparatives included private haulers who collect their fees directly from residents �l ile,the City's rates include a group of people that support operations. He also explainecLthe current oversight process for contract refuse haulers. In response to questions, Municipal Operations Director Harmon reported that Costa Mesa residents are billed directly by the Costa Mesa Sanitary District. He noted that challenges for City - ppvided services include equipment costs, labor costs, CNG equipment costs, levels in the reserve budget for purchasing equipment, availability of grants, ongoing maintenance, transition costs to automate service, and program enhancements. He presented factors relative to potential savings and costs for contract services, and noted the need for a City -wide sustainable plan. He stated that the3City of Redondo Beach initially allowed unlimited trash, had areas that were semi - automated, and had a three - container system; however, they reduced their costs by 6% by going to an automated program. Redondo Beach also allows residents to pile extra waste next to the automated containers. Council Member Hill commended staff and the consultants for the extensive report. He noted the possibility of significant savings, but potential higher costs based on additional services provided. Volume 60 - Page 657 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes November 27, 2012 He stated that the comparisons provided were from cities that are already automated and use three containers. He believed that the savings are based on service and that it is the City's responsibility to provide a certain level of service while seeking to decrease costs; however requiring residents to separate their waste is less service and that there are a significant number ofip operties that could not handle the addition of containers. Mayor Gardner indicated the importance of separating containers and that mbre\people are interested in recycling and are aware of the problems regarding landfills. Council Member Henn stated there is no rule that the City has to preserve the exact same 'services when outsourcing. He commented on the need for balance and to develop strategies to determine what areas can be automated and what areas cannot. He addressed th avail �� ity /Sof various container sizes and assistance for the elderly. I,\ 7 M In response to Council Member Selich's question, Municipal Operatfons Directo Harmon reported that he would not recommend a narrow scope for the RFPbecause\a h�arle� may include various services and the City has a need for flexibility. He recommended that.Council direct staff to work with HF &H Consultants, LLC, to develop and generate an appropriate RFP. Council Member Daigle noted that residents are sati6iie -, d with the current level of service and suggested providing more education to residents. Mayor Pro Tern Curry indicated the importan/ ce oftmaking evidence -based decisions with good, comparable data that can be analyzed and - {provide answers. He indicated the he will support the RFP process which attempts to provide similar services to what residents already experience. He suggested developing a plan to provide -job opportunities o tunities for displaced employees and noted that the savings are too large to ignore. George Schroeder believed that(C- 6uncil needs better information and commented on the number of narrow side yards throughou the Cit tthat could not accommodate automated service. He addressed the annual budget an�.bel'i�ed that the current system works well. Stephanie Barge>�thanked <duncil for considering the item and noted that there are many residents who suppo rt`•ecycling. She addressed landfill issues, greenhouse gases, and the importance ofCzero- waste She encouraged the City to set zero -waste mandates and goals, presented exam les_of other cities who have zero -waste efforts, and asked Council to consider pbu ting, together a zero waste task force. She commended the existing haulers for the work they do. Municipar.,Ope`ations Director Harmon reported that the Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Member Hill commented on existing recycling services available in the City. icy Skinner commended Council for its efforts. She spoke in support of increased recycling in City, implementing a multi - container system, and for increased environmental efforts. JAinie Newton, Orange County Employees Association, expressed concerns regarding the possibility of� displacing employees. She spoke in support of the City's Refuse Division, listed added value services provided by the City, and the Division's approval rating. She asked that the City consider, develop, and study an internal strategy on the collection of waste and offered to help with the process. She suggested that residents also be involved in the process. Jim Fitzpatrick, Member of the Costa Mesa Sanitary District (CMSD) Board, stated that he believes in a competitive bidding process. He addressed rates and noted that Newport Beach rates Volume 60 - Page 658 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes November 27, 2012 are lower than those of CMSD. He noted challenges with competitive pricing because of the number of variables involved relative to the service provided. He addressed the trend to move toward a single- container system and noted the need to handle organic waste and related costs. He reported that the process is complex, and suggested that the City determine what it wants before issuing an RFP and addressed the areas in Newport Beach that are serviced,by CMSD. Dan Purcell discussed issues relative to attached lids versus detached lids, noting for and benefits of attached lids. f Allen Diner asked about the impacts to the Corporate Yard facility should i$e City decide to outsource this service. He believed that the facility is in bad condition and needs to be improved. City Manager Kiff indicated that the condition of the Corporate Yard irrs��y_e77t to be�det�mi ed. Council Member Henn discussed environmental benefits of the iinmediiate conversion of CNG trucks and expressed confidence that in the bidding pro ess, bidders ould determine how to deal with the unique conditions in the City and tailor solution` to issues in specific areas. He added that the only way to know is to get as much information a ossible\\Z,Addressed the customer rating that also included the haulers in Newport Coast and spoke.p\ositively about participating in the bidding process. He noted opportunities for the internal department to provide a competing bid, in parallel with outsource companies. {{ // Council Member Selich questioned the vi . that he will support going out for an RFP. waste program. He indicated Mayor Gardner believed that it would be - valuable to consider what options are available and the possibility of limiting the types of�� bern picked up. City Manager Kiff reported that�s rs a hugee iinvestment and believed that a private company could underbid the services that -the City �ould provide. He proposed working with staff so that they can come up with ways that the Ci£y's existing system could be more efficient for Council consideration rather than within.tRe REP process. Motion by Coun6iVMem5ei \Henn, seconded by Council Member Dai¢le to receive the Residential Solid JWaste and Rec.'ycling Study ( "Study ") and direct staff to negotiate a contract with HF &H Consuliants, LL)2�. (Consultant) to develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit proposals from private compa d s forJproviding this service, and work with staff to generate ways that the City-'s existing systemv uld be more efficient. The mot o carriedd bye the following roll call vote: Ayes: Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner, Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council. Member Daigle Noes: Council Member Hill Absent: Council Member Rosansky 28. REVIEW AND APPROVE FIVE -YEAR TIDELANDS CAPITAL PLAN FOR NEWPORT HARBOR. (100 -2012) Harbor Resources Manager Miller discussed he background and previous consideration of the item by Council. He reported that the plan is a roadmap that will guide the City for the next five years, is not a budgeted item, and not written in stone. Mayor Gardner noted that water quality and habitat restoration can be addressed moving forward. Volume 60 - Page 659 City of Newport Beach City Council Special Meeting Minutes November 28, 2012 Don Abrams thanked Council for its efforts, reported that he owns two docks, and expressed concerns with the City's deteriorating infrastructure. He hoped that Council ill be reasonable in its decision. Bob Coop questioned how enforcement will occur and addressed related \ expenses. He expressed concerns regarding decreased property values, impacts to residents, ands e costs and availability of insurance to indemnify the City. Sara Abraham spoke in opposition to the rate calculations relative to the docks and also questioned how enforcement will occur. James Westlane objected to the 10 -foot boundary around docks in calculating the proposed rates. He indicated he would be willing to pay the extra fees if��the City wou,ldrdredge the area around the docks and asked that Council consider the square footage of the docklai an ramp and 10 -feet out on the side as a basis for calculating the proposed fees. Kristine Tha and referencing written comments submitted on behalf of the Newport Beach Dock Owners' Association, expressed concerns with the process. he Council to take more time to consider this issue in order to understand all�ihe issues. She believed that many of the issues can be addressed, noted that the matter of insurance is no workable, and presented a list of insurance companies that will not provide the` ype ofd sm ur ace proposed. She addressed casts related to a general liability policy. She addressed SB 152, actions by neighboring cities, and the amount of taxes being assessed by the City. She asked for an opportunity for owners to obtain appraisals and that Council continue theLite until a' t r the first of the year. She also believed that; if residents and the City work together\im ortant issues will be resolved, but indicated that 10 days is not enough time for due pro ec ss7 Council Member Daigle explained - he pr oce " on the SB 152 vote and noted that the City's legislator opposed the matter. `1 e Bob Levin asked Council to`pAy� attention to the comments provided. He reported that his neighbors have agreed to keep eir tights during the Chamber of Commerce Boat Parade in protest of the item. Jim Miller statedNthat he`knows people who are on fixed incomes that could lose their homes b ce av a of the proposed assessments. He expressed concerns with the appraisal process and p ser en ed examples of i arious properties that would not be comparable in terms of the rents they could charg�e: -He_ suggested using the State Lands Commission's benchmark for establishing rates. Domen c�" Crestaciaalsscussed the condition of the area around her dock, addressed high property a���and expressed hope that the additional monies can be used to improve the area. She questioned the amount being paid for the new City Hall and whether that was put out for competitive bidding. She spoke in opposition to the project. Harrington reported that he rents his residence and addressed the impacts of the proposed meat to renters and homeowners. Jim Mosher commented on the fair market value requirement as it relates to gifts of public funds and the formation of the Ad Hoc Committee on Harbor Charges, as well as its termination. He stressed the importance of understanding the rules and about transparency, and referenced the City's Quarterly Business Report where it indicates that the Ad Hoc Committee on Harbor Charges is still an active committee. He wondered why the committee was never formally extended, who the members are, how they were selected, and whether there are quorum issues. Volume 60 - Page 665 City of Newport Beach City Council Special Meeting Minutes November 28, 2012 process as tonight. He indicated that it is not fair for residential dock owners to be able to use a public asset for little or no cost, rent it out, and not expect a homeowner to not pay a fair rate. He addressed fairness to other Harbor users and the costs they incur. City Manager Kiff noted that the recent Harbor dredging was partially funded by Federal money and that the City has been aggressive in securing additional funds and grants to pay for necessary projects. SIK Council Member Henn commented on the City's attempt at being fair and the im'ortance�of'getting the right perspective on everything that is occurring in the Harbor. He addressed the pierslin the Grand Canal and the need to research the matter further, and addressed efforts by the tidelands Management Committee to develop a structure that will secure increases- insevenue,to- bepent in a way that will assure they are spent on improvements in the HaiboP-/He comet rated on the recommendations of the appraisers and the Committees modificatonrf the recommendations to only include usable areas along the docks. He pointed out that th us a substantial downward modification of costs from what was recommended by the appr ?isers. J Mayor Gardner believed that residential piers should not bee rented and acknowledged the validity of related parking issues. She expressed support of a CPI, not to exceed�a predetermined amount. City Manager Kiff suggested that Council conduct �strraweotes to include or not include consideration of various issues. Mayor Pro Tem Curry acknowledged the v/alidit�mments regarding the insurance issue and the impacts of indemnification provisions. He �b 1\ ved this should be separated from the matter and that people should have the right to ent their docks to recoup some of the costs. He agreed with a cap to the CPI. He addressed th 0- oot issue and requested reconsideration of the definition so that people pay for what they are using. He noted recent actions to improve the Harbor and noted that revenue is generated from aLlor of othe 1people in support of the Harbor activities. Council Member Daig] rates and SB 152. She' is on the State of Galifc other methods fo�rf�ett Council Member R`o `r since no caps were set, Member ososansky's cm City Atto %n y H rp nc and can /consider other dtthat, she can support certain issues, and addressed the rental the differences in appraisal processes and believed that the biuden prove the City's numbers. She also questioned whether there were r commented on the need to be fair; however, opposed placing a cap on CPI the other users. Council Member Henn indicated agreement with Council that Council is free to set the fair market value based on the appraisal ncil Member Hill commented on his original intentions to vote on the item, but indicated that he persuaded by some of the public comments tonight. He believed that he would look at raising rates over a five -year period to the fair market value, but proposed a CPI cap no greater than Council Member Daigle agreed to a cap of 2 %. Council Member Henn addressed the issue of allowing rental of private docks and, if allowed, suggested requiring that rental rates be based on those charged by small commercial marinas. Council Member Rosansky noted that people are renting their docks an wa indicated he would favor considering the issue, and addressed possible scenarios for people who rent their residences. City Manager Kiff noted that staff will propose that rental of private docks be allowed at the small Volume 60 - Page 667 City Council Minutes Special Meeting December 11, 2012 -- 4:00 p.m. I. ROLL CALL - 3:30 p.m. II. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC III. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None IV. CLOSED SESSION - 3:30 p.m. A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR V. R: VI. R. VII. R, P G VIII. ( Agency Designated Representatives: Manager /Human Resources Directca;- .e€ Employee Organizations: Lifeguards (ANBOL); Newl Employees League (NTBE ); Management Association -(N] Part Time Unit (UPE�C, Loi Police Management/Ssociat (NBPTEA) rll( Code § 54957.6) Kiff, City Manager and Terri Cassidy, Deputy City ,�Wabor Associations: Association of Newport Beach Ocean Beach City Employees Association (NBCEA); Newport Beach I ort Beach Firefighters Association (NBFA); Newport Beach Fire TA) Lifeguard Management Association (NBLMA); Newport Beach 777); Newport Beach Police Association (NBPA); Newport Beach -(I BPMA); Newport Beach Professional and Technical Association Council Member Hill; Council Member Rosansky; Mayor Pro Tern Curry; Mayor Council Member Selich; Council Member Henn; Council Member Daigle IX. CURRENT BUSINESS - City Attorney Harp reported that there were no reportable 1. RESIDENTIAL PIERS. [100 -20121 Council Member Selich reported that because he owns a residential pier, the City Volume 60 - Page 669 City of Newport Beach City Council Special Meeting Minutes December 11, 2012 the Harbor due to its limited boat access and unequal location and functionality. He addressed the matter of escalation and distinguished between rent rates being raised for commercial piers by use of a CPI versus use of a CPI adjuster for residential piers. He addressed` Proposition 13 and the need to model after it. He believed that the City has a fair market value responsibility and noted that there would not be an escalation of that number but rather moving tokards that number during the phasing -in period. He supported establishing a fair market value, moving to that value in five years, and mirroring Proposition 13 at a CPI not to exceed 2% from that pointforward with no additional appraisal unless the property is sold. Council Member Henn indicated that he has received a great deal of emails on that he has read and considered each one. He acknowledged the comments rec he has also considered all of the comments. He reported that it has been at lea issue has been considered and that there have been huge period of time. He addressed benefits to the property�o`vner is a valid public input process. He noted the positive chang, considered and addressed the calculation of the fees and the; and objective input through the process of obtaining indepe Council has thoroughly studied this issue over the last two y'i do not live on the water pay taxes and that the General Harbor. He noted the need to maintain a balance ands rei assessment will be spent on Harbor improvements. He ( add the appeals process. Council Member Hill addressed CPI a and the need to determine adjustments not a fair approach relative to comr exempted. Council Member Rosansky, while the new Fee is phased -in. I e,, t mandate by the State to charge (a fair r the fees on a regular basis after the five issue ariclAtated I and noted that ye-ars /since this alue over that due to tK4 j.6etion and stated that this as madelafter the orli�ginal proposal was need toloperate on/he basis of rational nd'ent app ials. He emphasized that !ars�He noted that other residents who Fund subsidizes improvements to the teratehat the money raised by this ressed/open items remaining, including Tents duruig the phase -in period to fair market value uture time�jCouncil Member Henn believed that this is lmarinas and that residential piers should not be ted\that he is willing to accept doing away with the 2% .t Proposition 13 is a tax and that the proposed fee is a rent. He stated the need for a mechanism to reassess phase -in period. Mayor Pro Tern Curq sue- gested adding that, beginning in 2017, the fees will be adjusted by no more than 2% unless Council decides to go through an appraisal process at that time. Council Member Hill agr•ee&that this is not a tax, but rather the leasing of land, and that the goal of roposition 13 was of to levy a tax but to protect people who are on fixed incomes so that, as their pro erty is reassessedthey would not be hit with exorbitant taxes. He spoke in support of a asoo CP iner,ease,_whichever is less.. very year after the five -year phase -in period and adjustment at time of sale. _ Discussion followed regarding the ability by future Councils to reconsider the issue and not having to confider the item every five years. Mayor Pro Tem Curry believed that it is impractical to think there will be a process that creates an automatic increase in 2017 beyond a 2% threshold limit without there being a significant community response. He stated that this approach allows the fees to�rise by 2% after the five -year phase -in, as property values are assessed pursuant to the Proposition 13 formula, and there is nothing to prevent future Councils from directing further ap�waisals to be conducted. Discussion followed regarding not assessing the 2% adjustment during phase -in and subsequently assessing the 2% or CPI, whichever is lower, unless Council at that time decides to go through an appraisal process. A straw vote resulted in a 4 -2 (Council Members Henn and Daigle - no) support of the aforementioned matter. Volume 60 - Page 675 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes December 11, 2012 Keith Curry for Mayor. There being no others wishing to address Council, public comments were Motion by Council Member Gardner to close the nominations. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Petros, Council Member Gardner+ Curry, Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle Without objection, Council Member Curry was selected as the Mayor of the City\ for 2012 -2013. Mayor Curry took his proper place at the Council dais. 7. ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEE M. Mayor Curry, in presiding, placed all members of the and elect. Council Member Henn nominated Council Interested parties were invited to closed public comments. Beach an equal basis to nominate Tem. There being no testimony, Mayor Curry Motion by Council Member G /ardn�er to closevre nominations. The motion carried by the follow! /�' roll call vote: Ayes: Council Member,Hill, Council-- M /�ber Petros, Council Member Gardner, Mayor Curry, Council Member Selich!Cb u�icil 4emb-6 Henn, Council Member Daigle Without objection, �Gouncil Member Hill was selected as the Mayor Pro Tem of the City of Newport Beach for 2012;2013. -Q-,, his proper place at the Council dais. 8. \\ SEATING - ARRANGEMENTS FOR CITY COUNCIL. )! The Cou cil Members' decided on the seating arrangements for the Council dais, with the senior Council Members.having first preference. The following seating order was determined Geft to right): Petros - Hill - Curry - Selich - Henn - Daigle of Gavel Plaque to Outgoing Mayor Mayor Curry commented on the character, qualities and capabilities of outgoing Mayor Gardner, noting her leadership skills during the City's various tumultuous times. He listed accomplishments made in the City during her tenure and presented her with a gavel plaque in appreciation of her service. Outgoing Mayor Remarks Volume 60 - Page 681