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July 10, 2007
CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
City Council Minutes
Study Session
June 26, 2007 — 5:00 p.m.
L ROLL CALL
II.
Present: Council Member Curry, Mayor Pro Tem S , Mayor Rosansky, Council Member
Webb, Council Member Daigle, Council mb Gardner
Excused: Council Member Henn
C_UKRENT BUSINESS
1. CLARIFICATION OF ITEt 6T�IIE CONSENT CAL AR.
In response to Council Membe gle's question regarding I #S29 (Recruiting
trailer for the Human Resources t.), City Manager Bludau stated that there are
no current plans fo expansion to th ..Utilities and General Services facilities for
space needs.
City Manager Bludau tated he cost fbrthe trailer was underestimated by
$15,000 because the e ctricaI w not included. The new amount of the
budget amendment is $5 000.
In re3ponse to Council M er Gardner's question regarding Item #8 (Sidewalk,
C ur and tter Replace nt),. Public Works Director Badum clarified that the
c a wor that will be don is just the section that is missing.
recent
cost in
that E
to M6 ee_mbe Webb's question regarding Item #3 (Franchise and
nt with iral-O� Island Ferry), Council Member Curry stated that the
om ' tee approved increased fares to ride the ferry and changed the
the to 5% from the previous 6% because the ferry has lost money in
•a. Con 1 Member Daigle added that there are liability issues, business
3es and f el and environmental issues. City Attorney Clauson requested
it B have a language change.
Henn joined the meeting at 5:07 p.m.
In Aponse to Council Member Henns question regarding Item #4 (Resolution
authorizing the City to Apply for Grants from Propositions 50 and 84), Assistant
City Manager Kiff clarified that the resolution does not obligate the city to receive
the grants.
Council Member Henn asked for clarification on the ongoing operational issues that
were mentioned in the staff report for the AYSO field lighting. Recreation and
Senior Services Director Morgan referred to the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
Commission minutes and explained that some residents expressed concerns that
lights left on until 10 p.m. are a problem and would like to see the lights on all 4
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fields shut off at 9 p.m.
2. DEPARTMENT BUDGET OVERVIEW.
Public Works Director Steve Badum presented the budget overview for his
department. He went over the mission statement, public infrastructure
management, core services, department organization, management and operational
highlights, supplemental budget requests, successes and key challenges.
In response to Council Member Daigle's question garding changes to the budget
when positions change, Public Works Director Badum stated that he is
combining and downgrading positions to supplement other positions.
In response to Council Member Curry's gastion?Ne arding the OASIS budget, Public
Works Director Badum con<reDanner o Finan mmittee will be working on a
supplemental budget requeilities to the tisfaction of the community.
City Manager Bludau stathis understan " g that Council wants to
proceed on a step by step ming up with st estimate for facility
projects.
Administrative Services nner showed a powerpoint presentation
for additional budgets that nsurance Reserve Fund, Retiree Insurance
Fund, Debt Se rvi PoliQMD, Environmental Liability and the
Ackerman Fund.
PUBLIC COMMENTS -
5:39 p.m.
The agend r the djourned Re r Meeting was posted on June 20, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. on
the City, ll Bulle n_Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach Administration
Building.
City Clerk
Recording Secretary
Mayor
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City Council Minutes
Regular Meeting
June 26, 2007 — 7:00 p.m.
I. STUDY SESSION - 5:00 p.m.
II. CLOSED SESSION - 6:00 p.m.
III. RECESS
PV. RECONV . NED AT 708 P M. ]
V. ROLL CALL
Present: Council Member Henn, Coun i ember Curry, Mayor ProWrem Selich, Mayor
Rosansky, Council Member Webb, cil Member Daigle, Council Member Gardner
Vl. CLOSED SESSION REPOR None
t.
VII. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ou ember y
VIII. INVOCATION —Frank CarpenLr
Di. PRESENTATI
City Arts reh=, iss #3n Presentat n of Annual Report for FY 2006 -2007 [100-20071 -
Kirwan Re of the City Arts Commission, distributed three handouts
oncerts i the Parks, and Orange County Cultural Indicators
eco NArts sioners. He has three reasons for being here tonight:
resent t l Report (included in Council packet), 2) preview their summer
projects for rovide an update on the McFadden Squ are Centennial Legacy
Project. He sp gs on page 6 of the Orange County Cultural Indicators
port published ge County and Orange County Community Foundation. Bernie
stad, Chairma of McFadden Square Centennial Legacy project, provided an update on
f ising activits. They hope to raise $500,000 for this project and to date have raised
$300, Donati s are still being solicited, and he thanked those that have already donated
or will to in t future.
X. NOTICE TOWHE PUBLIC
XI. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS OR MATTERS WHICH COUNCIL MEMBERS
WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION OR
REPORT_(NON- DISCUSSION ITEMS
Council Member Henn requested a study session on the assessment process for undergrounding
utilities.
Council Member Curry announced that July 9th is the deadline for submission of proposals for
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the 1/1 Marines memorial.
Mayor Pro Tern Selich announced the next meeting of Speak Up Newport will be held on July
11th at the Newport Yacht Club (Bayside Drive and Marine Avenue), and the proposal for the
City to take over the Harbor Patrol will be discussed.
Council Member Webb advised that the Public Works Director turned 50 last week.
Council Member Daigle stated growth in the community is strictly controlled, and the City is
vigilant about development activities at its borders, specif4ally as it pertains to growth
occurring along the Jamboree corridor. The City has been active in speaking out against
this growth. She stated the City will proceed with retaining a traffic engineer to review
the documents and prepare a report on traffic impa will be studying the Environmental
Impact Reports in the Irvine Business Complex, be iewing documents concerning the
transfer of development rights, and have retain ogle -Ire NoyZelopments, ok at the potential impacts
on recreation and what type of park land the will be. Thking for comprehensive
planning and a process that leads to reside 1 ca s, locati and traffic and
park/recreation mitigation.
Council Member Gardner announce
Mar Business Improvement District, an
involved and shape what phase II will look
Marguerite, have 1,200 squar et of land,
to receive a SmarTimers irrig tea
may obtain additional inform at n oon C
openings on the boa for the Corona del
i this is a wonderful opportunity to become
She stated that residents, who reside south of
and working irrigation systems are eligible
$1000, absolutely free. Eligible residents
veb She requested that staff put together
,d incl what has been spent during the last
art for being named Citizen of Year; and thanked
putting on Irrelevant Week. He advised that last
attended the 50th anniversary party for the Galley
ration for Chief Bob McDonell's retirement after 38
led a legislative breakfast with Senator Lou Correa
Cher cities, for his support on sober living facilities,
Rowever, MrAthe ea 'd not seem willing to lend his support. On behalf of the Sister
City Associatere be a visit in October from six residents and one City official of
Okazaki, and re inn of three m ore individuals willing to take someone into their home
e week of O3rd -11th. Interested individuals may contact his assistant.
A.
1. INUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING AND REGULAR MEETING OF
= JUNE 12, 2007 1100 - 20071. Waive reading of subject minutes, approve as
written and order filed.
2. READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. Waive reading in full
of all ordinances and resolutions under consideration, and direct City Clerk to
read by title only.
B. ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION
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C. RESOLUTION FOR ADOPTION
4. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO APPLY FOR GRANTS
FROM PROPOSITIONS 50 AND 84 [100 - 20071. Adopt Resolution No. 2007-
43 relating to grants under Propositions 50 and 84.
D. CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
5. REPLACEMENT OF LITHOCRETE ON PALM STREET (C -3946)
[381100- 20071. Authorize the City Manager t xecute a contract with Shaw &
Sons, Inc. of Costa Mesa in the amount of $ ,639 to replace 494 square feet of
Lithocrete sidewalk at five locations on alm Street in Balboa Village, and
enlarge the tree well at a sixth locatio
6. UNDERGROUND UTILITY
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO P
(C -3882 & C -3883) [381100/ i
Services Agreement wit CI
Professional Services green
underground utility re - s
execute the Amendments. .
AIRS
71. Approve Am m
J struction, Inc.
t with Mike Kil
ces and authorize the
- APPROVAL OF
CES AGREEMENTS
t No. 1 to Professional
Amendment No. 1 to
Le, Ltd. For on -call
. or and City Clerk to
NEWPORT GHTS TRA CALMING IMPROVEMENTS - AWARD
OF CONTR C -3937) [ \an 71. a) Approve the plans and
specifications; b aw a contra7) to Hillcrest Contracting, Inc. for
the total bid pric of $10 and e the Mayor and the City Clerk to
execute the contr t; and c) ount of $10,740 to cover the cost of
u seen work fo this iect.
8. SIDEWALK, CUR D GUTTER REPLACEMENT FY 06 -07 - AWARD
OF ONTRACT 3866) [381100- 20071. a) Approve the plans and
s eci ations; b) awar the contract (C -3866) to Nobest, Inc. for the total bid
06 and horize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the
ce ct; an c an amount of $54,000 to cover the cost of unforeseen
or k.
9. RO OF. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PROFESSIONAL. SERVICES
A EE WITH PROJECT PARTNERS, INC. FOR ON -CALL
CO STRUC ION INSPECTION SERVICES AND APPROVAL OF
P FESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH CIVIL WORKS
E INEERS, INC. AND TRAFFIC CONTROL ENGINEERING, INC.
F R ON -CALL ENGINEERING SERVICES (C- 3673(G), C- 3673(x) & C-
73(L) [381100- 20071. a) Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional
ervices Agreement with Project Partners, Inc. for on -call construction
inspection services and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
Amendment; b) approve a Professional Services Agreement with Civil Works
Engineers, Inc. for on -call civil engineering services and authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute the Agreements; and c) approve a Professional
Services Agreement with Traffic Control Engineering, Inc. for on -call traffic
control engineering services and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
the Agreements.
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10. CONTRACT WITH 911 VEHICLES FOR PURCHASE AND
INSTALLATION COMMAND AND COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
(C -3948) [381100- 20071. Approve a sole source contract with 911 Vehicles with
an amount not to exceed $24,000 for the Command Vehicle.
11. PURCHASE SCBA (SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS)
EQUIPMENT (C -3949) [381100- 20071. Approve a sole source contract with
AllStar Fire Equipment Inc.. with an amount not to exceed $45,000 for the
SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) a ipment.
12. LEGAL ADVERTISING BID FOR FI AL YEAR 2007 -2008 [321100-
20071. Accept the bid of The Daily Pilot d authorize a purchase order for the
one -year period of fiscal year 2007 -20
E. MISQ13LLANEOUS
13. LIGHT INSTALLATION BROJECT AT LI3Y g N ATHLETIC CENTER
FIELD #3 AT LINCOL CHO L [100 - 20071. rove the project concept
and direct City staff t ork w' AYSO 57 and New -Mesa Unified School
District to complete Ei installation project at oln Athletic Center
field #3 at Lincoln School.
14. UTILIZE U AN AREA `SECURITY INITIATIVE (UASI) FUNDS
TO PURCH PTOPS F THE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
CENTER (EO t 071. a) A t UASI grant funds to purchase laptops
for the EOC fo $13,0 autho a budget amendment (07BA -080)
increasing reven e m 13, in 2351.4866, UASI Grant, and.
asing expends ropriati by $13,000 in 2351.9031, UASI Grant
Equip ent; and c) e a sole source contract with Dell Computers with an
xCs�` amount not to excee 13,000 for the laptops.
15. APPOINTMENTS THE MAYOR TO THE TRANSPORTATION
YSTE + [100- 20071. Confirm the Mayor's appointment of
il Me m presentative) and Council Member Daigle (alternate)
the ansportationorridor System.
16. 7 -200 ULTURAL ARTS GRANTS [100- 20071. Approve recommended
re ients fo � 2007 -2008 Cultural Arts Grants as selected by the City Arts
Co_ mission in accordance with City Policy I -12 - Reserve Fund for Culture and
ASURE M SEVEN YEAR PLAN CAPITAL
PROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) [100- 20071. a) Adopt the Seven -Year
ZIP; b) direct staff to submit the adopted CIP, Maintenance of Effort
certification, Pavement Management Program certification, and Growth
Management Element statement of compliance to the Orange County
Transportation Authority to satisfy the eligibility provisions for Measure M
and Congestion Management Programs.
S28. 2007 DRINKING WATER QUALITY REPORT ON PUBLIC HEALTH
GOALS [100- 20071. Receive and file report.
S29. APPROVAL TO MOVE A TRAILER FROM THE GENERAL SERVICES
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YARD TO CITY HALL FOR USE AS A RECRUITING TRAILER FOR
THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT [100 - 20071. a) Approve
moving the trailer in the General Services yard to the City Hall front lawn to be
used as a Recruiting Trailer and to be placed on the 32nd Street corner lawn;
and b) approve a budget amendment (07BA -082) transferring $58,000 from this
year's HR executive recruitment Account No. 0410.8627 to the Personnel
Structures & Improvements Account No. 0410 -9500.
Motion by Ma or_P_r_o Tem Selich to a (Items 1 -17 & S28 &
_ .Y . _ approve the Consent Calendar
S29), with the exception of Item #3, and noting the abstentio n Item #15 by Council Member
Curry and the correction to Item #529.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Henn, Council Member u , Mayor . o Tem Selich, Mayor Rosansky,
Council Member Webb, Council Member aigle, Council mber Gardner
3. FRANCHISE WITH BALB" IS D FERRY; LEASE REEMENT WITH
BALBOA ISLAND FERRY (C [381100- 20071.
Mayor Rosansky stated he has spoken . 'th the lessee, the Beek family, who agreed to
include an additional' ion that at 15 year anniversary date there be a fair
market adjustment of tb nt.
Motion_ by Council Me ber Dai a) a Ordinance No. 2007 -11 granting a
Franchise the Balboa Island F'rry; a authorize the Mayor to execute an
amende Agreement W, the Balboa Island Ferry (effective date of lease
agre nt to
inc with a tive date of ordinance).
The tion ried by the folio king roll call vote:
s: Co n, . nncil Member Curry, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor
sa Counci er Webb, Council Member Daigle, Council Member
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 99 - BALBOA BLVD. ALLEY -FOR
UNDING UTILITIES AND DESIGNATION AS AN
UND UTILITIES DISTRICT [891100- 20071.
explained the order of procedure for Assessment District No. 99.
Joan Cox, Assessment Engineer, Harris & Associates, explained the purpose of the
hearing, the district boundaries, and provided a report. She noted the total proposed
assessment amount is $9,175,844, and the assessment is apportioned based upon the
proportional special benefit each parcel receives. She explained the basis and
methodology used in determining the proposed assessments. She described the changes
between the preliminary and final engineer's reports.
In response to questions by Council Member Henn, Ms. Cox stated that the proposed
assessments for the parcels at 1806, 1804, and 1802 W. Oceanfront were reduced due to
recalculation of acreage. The cost of undergrounding these districts has risen
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astronomically, and not everyone is happy with the assessment district methodology.
There are no rules or regulations on the methodology, and it is up to the engineer to
assign benefit and apportion the cost, and the only rule is it needs to be proportional to
special benefit.
Mayor Rosansky opened the public hearing and explained the process.
Pat Hlifka stated the assessment of $16,000, based on the safety and aesthetic of one
utility line, is unfair, as she won't receive service from hi district. When Vilelle Place
is put in a district, she will be willing to pay and p cipate in any studies that will
help the city look better. Vilelle Place is the 1 street before Marina Park, and
questioned why it wasn't included in the distri She requested that Vilelle Place be
included or their properties be removed from She
and put into a district where
they will receive the benefit.
Council Member Henn stated this is ' n island of tel one poles and would like to
understand from Edison how they dng'� have conside , including Vilelle Place in
the district and how they allow t ' pole ontinue to exist e alley at Vilelle Place,
since it appears to be dangero
Mike Fazzi, 110 McFadden Pla Qeased to Sharkeys and oul Grill) spoke in
opposition to the assessment district. far as aesthetics, the business is a sports bar,
and the patrons going the alley do i �tNN.care about the telephone pole. He does not
feel it is a safety issue, , current utLiy lines are reliable. He does not know that
he will receive $100,000n be m the uergrounding. The commercial property
assessments are excessiv to lower st for other uses, and they are not being
treated fairlv. k
Kellie wco'` b, on behalf e owners of 100 McFadden, stated that the property
adj t to t eirs was re ed $20,000, and their assessment was increased by
$2 , ` The feel the assess nt of $108,000 on their property is unfair, as half their
prope 's a g lot. They ve had the property for over 80 years, and there have
no the p erty. They are extremely opposed to the assessment
an it is unfair. does pass, they request that Council come out and do a
site nd r ; sess their property.
Pamela Ja nielsid she lives in a three -unit condo complex, and 50% of their
property arking. hey are in the same situation as the church, but are being
assessed gherShe personally will receive no aesthetic value for her
$38,000 asment. In her nine years there, she has never experienced any utility
Cha anks said he feels the project is totally unnecessary. They have had adequate
ser 1 from the facilities and will continue to serve at the same level for many more
years. When the petition was initially circulated, everyone thought the cost would be
between $7,000 and $10,000 and would improve the look and value of their properties.
They did not sign the petition at that time and were surprised that 60% of their
neighbors did. He stated the assessment will result in a lien against the property,
which, if recorded, will be paid with property taxes for the next 25 years, and will result
in decreasing the property value, since the lien has to be repaid. Their preliminary
assessment is approximately $50,000. As they do not have this amount, they will have
to go to bond, which will increase their yearly property tax by $3,866 for the next 25
years. The cost of this aesthetic improvement will end up costing him nearly $100,000
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and does not feel the end product is worth it.
Mayor Rosansky closed the public hearing and announced that staff will tabulate the
ballots and return later in the meeting with the results_
19. MARINE AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT RENEWAL:
CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION FOR RENEWAL
OF THE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007 -2008
[100 - 20071.
20. CORONA DEL MAR BUSINESS IMPROVE NT DISTRICT RENEWAL:
CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOP • ESOLUTION FOR RENEWAL
OF THE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DIS CT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007 -2008
[100 - 20071.
21. BALBOA VILLAGE BUSINESS PROVEMEW DISTRICT RENEWAL:
CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING ADOPT RE UTION FOR RENEWAL
OF THE BUSINESS IMPROVE NT DISTRICT FO �SCAL YEAR 2007 -2008
[100- 20071. st
22. RESTAURANT ASSOCIATI 'BUSINESS IMPROVE ENT DISTRICT
RENEWAL: CONDUCT PUBLI RING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION FOR
RENEWAL OF TH BUSINESS PROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2007 -2008 [10 I'll
Program Managers Georke Ber ` d Dan Zf '
ible reported that staff did not receive
any protests for the four siness I ent trict renewals.
Motion uncil Mem er bb . to adop Resolution No. 2007 -44 confirming the
levy the ID assessme r the 2007 -2008 fiscal year for the Marine Avenue
Bus' ess Im ovement Dist t; Resolution No. 2007 -45 confirming the levy of the
BI l' essm t for the 200 2008 fiscal year for the Corona del Mar Business
Improv en " trict; Resolu on No. 2007 -46 confirming the levy of the BID
ssme r t f al year for the Balboa Village Business Improvement
Dis an solution No- 7.47 confirming the levy of the BID assessment for the
2007 -2 fist ar for the Restaurant Association Business Improvement District.
The motio carried the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Co Member Henn, Council Member Curry, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor
Rosa ky, Council Member Webb, Council Member Daigle, Council Member
Council Member Daigle stated the Finance Committee will meet on Friday at 1:00 p.m., and
will be putting together one of Council's priorities in scoping a request for proposals for the
performance/benchmarking initiative. The Media Committee also met and will put together a
job description for the coordinator position, and they had a Wi -Fi expert in attendance to
discuss Wi -Fi health standards. They are trying to move forward with a city -wide Wi -Fi
system.
Council Member Henn reported the Economic Development Committee met and approved
draft economic development plan that will be brought to a Council Study Session soon.
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XV. PUBLIC,COMMENTS
Jay Baker read a prepared statement pertaining to parks and expressing opposition to the "City
Hall in the Park" initiative being circulated. This is a flawed initiative that would cost
$100,000 in election costs if it qualifies. He asked that residents visit their website at
www.parksarepriceless.org for more information.
XVII. PLANNING COMB ISSIONAGENDAAND ORAL STATUSRLEPORT_
23- PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA FOR JUNE_YA, 2007.
Planning Director Lepo reported on the followinfuhhiee items: 1) 3 Thirty 3 Waterfront
(PA2007.004) - 333 Bayside Drive, 2) Code Am dment 2007 -005, and 3) Zinc Cafe and
Market (Use Permit No. 2001.040) - 3222 E. as ighway.
Lori Morris thanked the Planning ommission their comments on group
occupancies and short -term lodgi ' . She expressed ncern with the direction
provided by the City Attorney' ice t outside legal ca nsel, as reflected in the
proposed ordinances. She re sted t the expert advice - legal counsel of the
residents' attorneys be used a, the City's ordinances a z enforce them to the
fullest extent allowable. She expr d concern with the lack of participation on the
part of the group home operators and eir legal counsels in recent discussions.
Denys Oberman appr the rigor NN Planning Commission exhibited in
the hearing on June 21bt. half oens, they are more than happy to
continue toinvest and collaborate n developing sound ordinances that
address good land use planning an equitable and substantial mitigation
for the re is in the imp cted sa
afi
XVIII. CONTINUE USI SS
24. 200 - BU ET ADOPTIO 1100- 20071-
Ma r B ud the item and advised Administrative Services
Dire D er would ew the checklist items. Administrative Services
Direct o ann eviewed the following changes to the checklist items: 1) under
Adminis tive Services Department, the amount for the
performan%/benc k preliminary study should be changed from $35,000 to $75,000;
2) under ty Manager's office, it was requested that $100,000 be added for code
enforceme and special legal counsel services pertaining to group home issues; and
3) under �ty Council, Council Member Webb and Mayor Pro Tem Selich have
nested 300,000 be added for beautification of Back Bay View Park- In addition,
n ,
Ci ger Bludau advised that the amount for staffing of Mariners Library on
Sund, . should be reduced from $120,000 to $95,000.
Crystal Cove Alliance
Council Member Gardner expressed objection to the Crystal Cove Alliance. She added
that, in terms of water quality education, the City's efforts should be focused on
completing the Back Bay Science Center. Mayor Pro Tem Selich and Council Member
Daigle concurred. It was the consensus to delete this item from the budget.
Newport Beach Restaurant Association
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Council Member Webb expressed concern with the allocation to the Newport Beach
Restaurant Association for sponsorship of Restaurant Week in that he was under the
impression that last year's contribution was to be the only one. Essentially the City is
being asked to fund $50,000 while the Restaurant Association is only contributing
$37,000. He felt the Visitors and Convention Bureau should also be contributing to the
event, and indicated his willingness to support only a $25,000 contribution. Council
Member Daigle added that she reviewed the proposal and was concerned that it didn't
indicate how the money was to be used.
Dan Marcheano stated that, as a result of last ar's event, many restaurants
experienced an increase in business. This year, ap ximately 40 results will be added
and the participant event price will be inc ed, which will result in additional
revenue to the City.
Peggy Fort, consultant for Newport ach Resta t Association, addressed the
budget, in -kind donations to last ye event, and the 50 buy -in. In response to a
question by Mayor Pro Tem Selich s. F stated that i s not presented as a one-
time request, but rather they_, ould a uate the event's cess to determine the
amount of needed funding. vent grows, the int of the Restaurant
Association is that it be a self fun amoaien.
Council Member Curr indicated that would support the $50,000 contribution, as it
is an important inves in local buss ses and generates tax dollars to offset the
cost. Mayor Rosansky n however, indicated that at some point, they must
become self sufficient. until er Hen ded that having very good and vital
restaurants and restaura t indust orta to the vitality of the peninsula. He
will suppo this for that eason nd It rtant to add to the excitement of the
commu general. I the consensus of Council to approve a $50,000
contribution t6 the Restaura ssociation.
Film Festiva l
W4,%W thA6n!Fen*skuNVsk1F4Qw.d1 to approve the $25,000 contribution to the Film
Mayor Ro nsky expressed concern with allocating $200,000 for the Police Lobby
emodel w en the City is looking at replacing the building. Council Member Daigle
ted th - amount of money spent on facilities over the years has been minimal, and
sh els is an important project which she supports.
At thff request of Council Member Webb, Police Chief McDonell reviewed the proposed
improvements. He noted that bids received were over the $100,000 budget and ranged
from $295,000 to $450,000. If the project does not proceed, the $50,000 private
donation toward the project should be returned to the donor. To build a new facility
would take five to seven years, and the current facility is in need of a facelift.
Possible changes in the scope of the project only resulted in a reduction of $30,000-
$40,000.
In response to questions pertaining to Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) requirements, Public Works Director stated the doors and counter are not
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compliant.
It was the consensus of the Council to approve the $200,000 allocation.
Upper Bay CRMP
Council Member Webb stated this should be delayed until County funding is received.
It was the consensus of the Council to approve the
Buck Gully-Resource Management Plan
It was the consensus of the Council to appr the
Traffic Calming in_Newport Heights
Council Member Webb reauested fiat CldOHaven
It was the consensus of the
Cliff Haven.
allocation.
allocation.
also be
the $100,000 all ion and inclusion of
Mayor Rosansky expre ed c with t $120,000 allocation. Administrative
Services Director Danne 'ndicate ount- s been reduced to $95,000. Council
Member Daigle suggeste approv $ and then the Library Director could
return upplemental u request if eded. Council Member Webb supported
the $
,000a ocation. Cou ember Henn favored an allocation of $50,000.
It w he cosensus of the Cocil to approve the $50,000 allocation.
It was cons us of the Council to approve the $20,000 allocation.
It was the cnsensus of the Council to approve the $75,000 allocation.
It wdrie consensus of the Council to approve the $20,000 allocation.
Three Firefi hg ter Positions to Provide Fourth Person on Truck 62
It was the consensus of the Council to approve the $386,102 allocation.
Tsunami Warning Svstem
It was the consensus of the Council to approve the $200,000 allocation.
Code Enforcement &Special Leeal Counsel Services for Group Home Issues
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It was the consensus of the Council to approve the $100,000 allocation (to be divided
equally).
Bac a . View Park..Improv-,e_m_ents
Council Member Curry expressed his support for the project, but would like the General
Fund reimbursed from park fees when collected.
It was the consensus of the Council to approve the
Capital Improvement Program_-
It was the consensus of the Council to
The matter was opened to public
returned to Council for action.
Motion by Mayor_ Pro Te
City's 2007 -08 budget, as am
the abstentions by Council
within 500 feet of thebuesidi
as
There
allocation.
speakers, the matter was
I adopt Resolution No. 7 -48 approving the
ie approved Budget Che st items, and noting
Webb, Daigle, Henn, and Curry for anything
The motion carried by tle ing roll call
�i'a
Ayes: Council Member Coun tuber , Mayor Pro Ten Selich, Mayor
Rosansky, Council ember eb ci Member Daigle, Council Member
G tiffs
XIV. PUBLIC H RING
18. PRO ED SESSMENT _,ISTRICT NO. 99 - BALBOA BLVD. ALLEY -FOR
DER UTYdTIES AND DESIGNATION AS AN
RG ND UT DISTRICT [891100- 20071.
City C Ha ss read the results noting that ballots were received from 165
parcels fo an ass ent amount of $6,617,114 with "yes" ballots (39 %) totaling
4 $2,566,80 - nd "no ballots (61 %) totaling $4,050,306. Therefore, the assessment
district fair, and it is proper for Council to make a motion to bring back a resolution
abandonm the proceedings.
Inrespo a to a question by Council Member Gardner, Associate Civil Engineer
Ar stated that $39,500 had been spent on design engineering. Council Member
Gard indicated this is all the more reason to have a study session on this topic, as
money is spent in forming these districts and the districts fail to pass. Mayor Rosansky
agreed it is a problem, and suggested that when the matter is discussed they look at
limiting the signature collection process so that it's not drawn out over many years.
Motion by Council Member Webb to direct staff to bring back a resolution to
abandon the proceedings.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Henn, Council Member Curry, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor
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Rosansky, Council Member Webb, Council Member Daigle, Council Member
Gardner
XVIII. CONTINUED, BUSINESS
25. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS & COMMISSIONS [100- 2007).
City Clerk Harkless read the ballot votes for the Board of Library Trustees as
follows: J
Kathleen Peterson (Gardner, Webb, Daigle,
Rosansky)
Karen Clark (Gardner, Webb, Daigle, Hero
John Moftkahar (Mayor Pro Tem Se c M
r
City Clerk Harkless announc that K 1
reappointed to the Board of Li stee
City Clerk Harkless r d the ballot vo - fm
Wendy Brooks (Gardn _ Henn, C" urr
, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor
en Peterson an ren Clark had been
for a four -year term.
the City Arts Commission as follows:
Pro Tem Selich, Mayor Rosansky)
Robert Smith (Daigle)
City Cle kless annouAce at Wendy ooks had been reappointed to the City
Arts mison for a four- term.
kless read the bUot votes for the Civil Service Board as follows:
Hugh Ilan Curry, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor Rosansky)
City Cler)Iarklesnnounced that Hugh Logan had been appointed to the Civil
Service Bo d for a 20-year term.
Clerklarkless read the ballot votes for the Harbor Commission as follows:
(Gardner)
Lawrenz (Webb, Daigle, Henn, Curry, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor Rosansky)
City Clerk Harkless announced that Donald Lawrenz had been reappointed to the
Harbor Commission for a four -year term.
City Clerk Harkless read the ballot votes for the Parks, Beaches & Recreation
Commission as follows:
Tim Brown (Gardner, Webb, Daigle, Henn, Curry, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor
Rosansky)
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William Garrett (Gardner, Daigle, Henn, Curry, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor
Rosansky)
Tom Anderson (Webb)
City Clerk Harkless announced that Tim Brown and William Garrett had been
reappointed to the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission for four -year terms.
City Clerk Harkless read the ballot votes for the Plarng Commission as follows:
Barry Eaton (Gardner, Webb, Daigle, Henn, rry, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor
Rosansky) 0 00
Earl McDaniel (Gardner, Webb, D e, Henn, Mayor Pro Tem Selich,
Mayor Rosansky) `
City Clerk Harkless announ ethat Bogy Eaton and McDaniel had been
reappointed to the Planning CO sifor four -year terms.
XVIX. CURRENT. BUSINESS
26. COUNCIL CONSI TION OFT ESOLUTION STATING UNIFYING
PRINCIPLES FOR ALITION' TIES ADVERSELY AFFECTED BY
JOHN WAYNE AIRP T'S RAFT IVALS AND DEPARTURES [100-
20071.
City M _ Bludau std t staff has et with the City Managers' and City
Attor s' o es of the cor r cities (Santa Ana, Tustin, Orange, Costa Mesa, and
An im) w have been portive of the City's settlement agreement and the
afire nt w h the County p _venting a second runway at John Wayne. A copy of
the pos ' n nt was pro ded to them, and they were asked to pass a resolution
ting osi e o ensure they are all adhering to the same principles
sin a expansio f John Wayne Airport in the future. This would
also at he a coalition to approach other issues as far as moving air passengers
from Ora a Cou ' throughout the region. These cities expressed support and will be
putting t , on their ndas within the next six weeks.
Council Mber Webb stated this was discussed by the Aviation Committee who are
Vdinof this matter.
ouncil Member Webb to adopt Resoluti on No. 2007 -49 and
mended Position Statement stating the principles which are already
ity Council's Airport Policy A -17.
Council Member Gardner requested that the language pertaining to opposition of
changes in air carrier or general aviation noise ordinances be clarified so that it is not
misconstrued, as changes could be for the better.
Following discussion, the language was changed to: Oppose any detrimental change to
air carrier or general aviation noise ordinances.
Charles Griffin stated the community and residents have suffered with airport noise
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since the 1960s. He stated radical changes in transportation are facing the country due
to global warming and limitations on carbon dioxide. The mode of transportation needs
to change, and he suggested that magnetic levitation systems be explored.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Henn, Council Member Curry, Mayor Pro Tem Selich, Mayor
Rosansky, Council Member Webb, Council Member Daigle, Council Member
Gardner
27. US MAYORS CLIMATE PROTECTION
Assistant City Manager Kiff stated the
which is basically a statement of principle
mayors nationwide of which 87 are in C
protect the climate. Staff is seekin ou
agreement_
Council Member Gardner sta this is
already doing many of these t" rds
the City sign on to this.
Council Member Cur expressed con
He would support a r n for locally-
objects getting into inte a and nation
Council Member Garden
an alternqAW. approach.
1100 - 20071.
report summarizes the agreement,
als adopted by approximately 541
a seven are in Orange County, to
.ect , on how to proceed with the
energy issue. At'local level, the City is
achieving cleaner a k he would like to see
with provisions of the proposed resolution.
@ed initiatives dealing with this matter and
she also has and would entertain
Mot' b ouncil Meal `r Cures to table the resolution and ask staff, in
co ltation 'lvith Council Member Gardner and the legislative committee, if
appr te, draft a resolu 'on expressing the intent of the City to reiterate the
initiati u by the Cy to address global warming.locally that are pertinent
at th ty can g it back for Council consideration.
Coun ' emb ebb highlighted areas applicable to the City that he would like staff
to consi when paring the resolution.
Assistant it Manager Kiff apologized for the confusion, noting the resolution
presented as a draft of the one adopted by the US Conference of Mayors and not
tenbe adopted as stated. He has received Council's direction and will proceed
g a resolution for Council's considerationt�) em Selich supported Council Member Currys motion, but felt there was no
ed for a resolution, as the City is already doing most of this
Council Member Daigle indicated the resolution is a way to highlight the City's efforts
in this area.
Carol Thomas, representing Orange County Interfaith Coalition for the Environment,
an organization that is impassioned with protecting and preserving our environment,
requested that the agreement be signed. Doing so will demonstrate to the community
the need to do more in protecting the environment. She presented a copy of the Climate
Protection Agreement and a handbook containing simple approaches to reducing
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emissions. She requested Council authorize the Mayor to sign the resolution.
Dennis Baker is proud of the things the City does, but also thinks there are
additional items that can be done to be more energy efficient and environmentally
conscious.
Nancy Skinner stated she thinks we can do a lot in the city if we are willing to make a
statement, and has no problem with the City signing the Mayor's Climate Protection
Agreement. She suggested that a City staff person be identified to handle matters
relating to energy efficiency.
Dr. Jan Vandersloot stated he does not
agreement, since the impacts (i.e., rise in
are known. By signing the agreement, ii
serious about this issue.
The motion carried by the following
Ayes: Council Member H
Rosansky, Council
Gardner
)X. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION -
XXI. ADJOURNMENT, - 9:51 p.m.
The agenda for the Regular Mee
wa
City Clerk
ridenbecker
s pos June 2007, at 2:00 p.m. on the City Hall
1i e t each Administration Building. The
ing was pos don June 22, 2007, at 1:40 p.m. on the
of the City of Newport Beach Administration Building.
Recording Secretary
Mayor
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