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CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH Agenda Item No. 1
City Council Meeting Minutes
Study Session and Regular Meeting
January 25, 2022
I. ROLL CALL - 4:00 p.m.
Present: Mayor Kevin Muldoon, Mayor Pro Tem Noah Blom, Council Member Brad Avery,
Council Member Joy Brenner, Council Member Diane Dixon, Council Member Duffy Duffield,
Council Member Will O'Neill
II. CURRENT BUSINESS
SS1. Clarification of Items on the Consent Calendar — None
SS2. Orange County Housing Finance Trust Update — Continued to a future Study Session
SS3. Housing Element Update
Community Development Director Jurjis and Deputy Community Development Director
Campbell utilized a presentation to discuss the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA)
adjustments throughout the City, the January 1), 2022 California Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD) comment letter, Banning Ranch issues, certification status of
the Housing Element in the Southern Californssociation of Governments (SCAG) region and
Orange County, required RHNA adjustments, ocizs area changes, and requested direction from
Council.
In response to Council Member Dixo 's questions, lmunity Development Director Jurjis
reported that HCD will not allocate credit for Banning Ranch, shared sentiments of other
Orange County cities, and noted the October 712 deadline for implementing the adopted
Housing Element should the City become uncertified according to Assembly Bill (AB) 1398.
In response to Mayor Muldoon's questions, Community Development Director Jurjis detailed
the steps, fines, and legal options by HC1,b if the City becomes noncompliant.
Council Me i O'Neill acknowl dged the struggle and effort for cities and advocated to include
Banning R the HousingZlement Update as an option and defensive posture.
Council Member Dixon indicated that staff contacted elected California Assembly
representatives to ask fo their advocacy; however, there was a lack of support for the City.
Council Member Avery noted the potential minimal impact to public enjoyment of the Banning
Ranch grounds with thoughtful housing placement and space allotment. In response to his
questions, Deputy Community Development Director Campbell confirmed the Banning Ranch
acreage and noted the acreage percentage for inclusion in the Housing Element.
Council Member Brenner commented on the potential impact to quality of life by removing
housing units in Banning Ranch and adding units to other parts of the City to make up for the
loss.
Charles Klobe indicated that the owner of Banning Ranch is not interested in remediating the
property for residential development, suggested spreading around the housing units and adding
a 20% inclusionary to avoid fines, and questioned potential lawsuits from advocacy groups.
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Nancy Scarbrough suggested an alternative plan for an inclusionary requirement by using
surplus funds to loan Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) owners to bring units up to code, thus
reducing the number of affordable housing units in other parts of the City.
Jim Mosher noted the number of deficiencies in the first and second HCD letters, predicted the
upcoming Housing Element Update will not be compliant with State law, and questioned action
steps by staff to comply with the public participation requirement and General Plan Update.
Debbie Stevens expressed her disappointment in the Housing Element Update and questioned
the approach staff is taking to understand the details of the HCD comment letter.
Community Development Director Jurjis and Deputy Community Development Director
Campbell related meetings with HCD and staff to gain greater clarification of Housing Element
requirements, inconsistent instruction of laws from HCD, and lawsuit exposure.
In response to Council Member Dixon's questions, Community Development Director Jurjis
clarified staff's request for direction on whether to include or remove Banning Ranch in the
Housing Element Update and disburse affordable units JQ other areas of the City. Council
Member Dixon recounted the 2016 California Coastal omdAission (CCC) decision that denied
Banning Ranch property owners the ability to develop e property while preserving 90 percent
for open space.
Mayor Pro Tem Blom acknowledged and commended the time, energy, and money contributed
by the Council, public, and staff towards this project and discussed possible future opportunities
with Banning Ranch.
In response to Council Member Brenner's question, Deputy Community Development Director
Campbell confirmed that the outreach efforts by th7eFCity to the homeless community are
included in the low affordable housing requirement.
During a straw vote to maintain Banning Ranch in the Housing Element Update
inventory and not count it towards RHNA, there was a vote of 6-1 with Council Member
Brenner voting no; however, during the Closed Session Report, it was noted that she
changed her vgalWffirmative._
III. PUBLIC COMME� ON AGENDA AND NON -AGENDA ITEMS -None
City Attorney Harp rannounced that the City Council would adjourn to Closed Session to
discuss the items listed in the Closed Session agenda and read the titles.
Council Member Brennerrecused herself from Closed Session Item IV.A due to her American
Legion Auxiliary membership and potential bias.
IV. CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
EXISTING LITIGATION
(Government Code § 54956.8): 1 matter
Property: American Legion, 215 15th Street, Newport Beach, CA 92663; Assessor Parcel No. 047-222-
11.
Agency Negotiator: Seimone Jurjis, Community Development Director.
Negotiating Parties: Evin Planto on behalf of the American Legion.
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Under Negotiation: Instructions to the Agency's Negotiator will concern the lease price and terms of
payment.
B. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Government Code § 54957.6): 1 matter
Agency Designated Representatives: Grace K. Leung, City Manager and Barbara Salvini, Human
Resources Director, Negotiators.
Employee Organizations: Part Time Employees Association of Newport Beach (PTEANB), and
Association of Newport Beach Ocean Lifeguards (ANBOL).
V. RECESSED — 4:34 p.m.
VI. RECONVENED AT 5:33 P.M. FOR REGULAR MEETING
VII. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Kevin Muldoon, Mayor Pro Ten
Council Member Joy Brenner, Council Mem
Council Member Will O'Neill
VIII. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
I�
cil Member Brad Avery,
icil Member Duffy Duffield,
City Attorney Harp reported that, during Closed Session, Council Mer Brenner changed her vote
on Item SS3 (Housing Element Update) to affirmative, and with no objection from the City Council, the
vote moved forward with a unanimous vote to include Banning Ranch in the Housing Element Update
but not count it towards RHNA.
INVOCATION — Debbie Meline, Director of the Center for Jewish Life at the Merage JCC,
Irvine
X. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ouncil Member Dixon
XI. NOTICE TO THE PU16LIC
XII. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON
COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
Council Member O'Neill: r
• Attended the Friends of the Newport Beach Animal Shelter (FONBAS) Groundbreaking Ceremony,
a Homeless Ad Hoc Committee meeting, a Corona del Mar Residents Association (CdMRA) meeting,
and hosted a Girl Scout Troop in the Council Chambers
• Announced being named the Chair of the San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agencies
Board
• Utilized a slide to announce a blood donation drive and the American Legion blood drive
(redcrossblood.org)
Council Member Duffield:
• Announced that the City received $8.3 million from the Federal government to finish and complete
the Harbor dredging and thanked Council Member Avery, past Council Members, staff, California
elected officials, and local representatives for their contributions over the last 20 years
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Council Member Dixon:
• Attended the FONBAS Groundbreaking Ceremony and acknowledged the public-private
partnership
• Announced the Aviation Committee meeting cancellation in January, with the next meeting
scheduled for February 28, 2022
• Utilized a slide to provide an update on the State mandated refuse program and contract, green -top
carts for organic waste, recycling guides, trash and recycling schedule changes, and noted the
websites newportbeachca.gov/recycle and newportbeachca.gov/findmycollectionday
Council Member Brenner:
• Announced the availability of compostable biodegradable bags at Ace Crown Hardware in Corona
del Mar, attended the CdMRA meeting that discussed and voted on redistricting, announced the
Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and Marguerite Road closure for construction, noted public emails
received regarding homelessness in the City, acknowledged the Homeless Ad Hoc Committee
meeting and efforts, and referenced Tara Finnigan's December 2021 report regarding the City's
efforts to support the homeless community
• Announced the Point In Time Count for mapping homelessness on February 22, 2022 by CityNet
Council Member Avery: I
• Shared his experience with starting to use a food waste bucket prior to the official start date
• Attended the Finance Committee meeting, a Orange County Sanitation District Board meeting, and
the Homeless Ad Hoc Committee meeting
• Acknowledged the efforts of the City Council a d staff in securing Federal funding for harbor
dredging and noted the positive impact it will addWthe Harbor experience
Mayor Pro Tem Blom: 19911b,
• Reported on the ferry closing and undergrounding proj1W Balboa Island, and commended the
Public Works Department
• Attended the Finance Committee meeting and recogAd how fortunate the City is to have their
support
Mayor Muldoon: 14,
• Extended congratulations to para Finnigan Qn her promotion as the Assistant City Manager
• Utilized a slide to aounce the City Council Planning Session on January 29, 2022 from 9:00 a.m.
to noon in the CoiTncil `ambers and noted the meeting can be viewed at newportbeachca.gov/
nbtvlive _
• Noted the website www.everyon countsoc.org/about for information about the Point In Time Count
• Attended the FONBAS Grog} breaking Ceremony
XIII. MATTERS WHICH COUNCIL MEMBERS HAVE ASKED TO BE PLACED ON A FUTURE
AGENDA
• Consider extension of the revocable license agreement dated October 1, 2014, between
the City of Newport Beach and Kobe, Inc., which was later assigned to Pacifica Christian
High School, for the use of City property located at 1499 Monrovia Avenue [Council
Member O'Neill]
The City Council unanimously concurred to bring the item back at a future meeting.
XIV. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR - None
XV. CONSENT CALENDAR
READING OF MINUTES AND ORDINANCES
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1. Minutes for the January 11, 2022 City Council Meeting [100-20211
Waive reading of subject minutes, approve as amended, and order filed.
2. Reading of Ordinances
Waive reading in full of all ordinances under consideration and direct the City Clerk to read by title
only.
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION
3. Ordinance No. 2022-1: Amending the Newport Beach Municipal Code for Lido Isle Hedge
Heights (PA2019-132) [100-20211
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2022-1, An Ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Newport Beach, California, Adopting Local Coastal Program Amendment
No. LC2019-002 to Amend Title 21 (Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan) of the City of
Newport Beach Municipal Code Related to Hedge Heights i cont Setbacks Abutting Stradas in
Lido Isle (PA2019-132).
Council Member Dixon recused herself from Ite:Adu a to real property interest conflicts.
4. Ordinance Nos. 2022-2 and 2022-3: Amending the New
'ort Beach Municipal Code Related
to Cottage Preservation (PA2019-181) [100-204]] W
a) Find this action exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
Section 21065 of CEQA and State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), and
15378. The proposed action is also exempt pursuanj to State CEQA Guidelines Section
15061(b)(3) because it has no potentialito have a significrant effect on the environment;
b) Conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2022-2, An Ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Newport Beach, California, Adopting Revisions to Zoning Code Amendment
No. CA2019-006 Amending Title 20 (Planning and Zoning) of the City of Newport Beach
Municipal Code Related to Cottage Preservation for Consistency with the California Coastal
Commission's Modifications (PA2019-18 p-' and
c) Conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2022-3, An Ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Newport Beach, California, Accepting California Coastal Commission's Suggested
Modifications and Adopting Local Coastal Program Amendment No. LC2019-004 to Amend
Title 21 (Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan) of the City of Newport Beach Municipal
Code Related to�Cott&e Preservation (PA2019-181).
Council Member Brenner recused herself from Item 4 due to real property interest
conflicts. 1W
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5. Resolution No. 2022-8: Adopting a Memorandum of Understanding with the Newport
Beach Employees League (LEAGUE) and Associated Salary Schedule (C-2065) [38/100-
2021]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly;
b) Adopt Resolution No. 2022-8, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach,
California, Adopting a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Newport Beach and
the Newport Beach Employees League and Associated Salary Schedule; and
c) Approve Budget Amendment No. 22-038 appropriating $257,926 from unappropriated fund
balances to various salary and benefit accounts to implement the terms of the MOU for the
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remainder of FY 2021-22, representing the first six months of the four-year period covered by
the MOU.
MISCELLANEOUS
6. Grants and Donations Report for the Quarter Ending December 31, 2021 [100-2021]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Receive and file.
7. Financial Statement Audit Results and Related Communication [100-2021]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Receive and file.
8. Pulled from the Consent Calendar
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blom seconded by Mayor M to approve the Consent Calendar,
except Item 8; and noting the recusal by Council Memb o Item 3, the recusal by Council
Member Brenner to Item 4, and the amendments to Ite
The motion carried unanimously.
XVI. ITEM REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
8. Dredging Disposal Alternatives Analysis by a Private Party: Harbor Commission
Recommendation [100-2021] W
Public Works Administrative Manager Millen, summarized the Dredging Disposal Alternative
Analysis by a private party (Team Palmer) starting with the May 25, 2021 discussion of the Lower
Newport Bay Confined Aquatic Disposal (CAD) Construction Project where the City Council
certified and adoptpd Tie Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and Mitigation, Monitoring and
Reporting Progratemade facts and findings and approved construction of the CAD site, directed
the Harbor Com#nission to continue the exploration of a privately funded option or other alternatives
within 90 days and return to the Cif' Council with a recommendation. He reported that the Harbor
Commission Subcommittee helped facilitate dialog between Team Palmer and the City, who
requested more time followed by a discussion at the October 13, 2021 Harbor Commission meeting
and a tertiary discussion for planning and permitting input from Deputy Community Development
Director Campbell, ending with the Harbor Commission voting 7-0 to disband the subcommittee
and recommend the City Council to utilize the CAD as the most viable, cost effective solution with the
most sufficient timeline and not consider an alternative analysis.
Palmer Luckey, Team Palmer representative, questioned and clarified the previously shared plan
details, requested additional time for an independent third party to review the Team Palmer
proposal at his expense, suggested delaying the approval of the recommendation by the Harbor
Commission, and asked the City Council to consider his analysis as a backup.
In response to Council Member Dixon's questions, Mr. Luckey clarified his request for an
independent and comparative analysis of the Team Palmer proposal and deficiency remedies, and
his interest in not delaying the dredging timeline.
Public Works Director Webb and Public Works Administrative Manager Miller utilized a
presentation to share the current dredge project and 2021 dredge, the various options Team Palmer
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suggested and issues with the sites as it pertains to grading plans, the ability to receive permits,
project timing, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines for sediment disposal, and
future costs related to sand mining off the ocean floor.
In response to Mayor Muldoon's question, Public Works Director Webb and Public Works
Administrative Manager Miller indicated that 250,000 to 260,000 cubic yards of the harbor bottom
material is recoverable and can be used for sand replenishment near the shore zone, along the ocean
beaches.
Mayor Muldoon shared his reasons for allowing the hearing to take place, including the lack of
clarity from the consultant and notice to Team Palmer, his interest in gaining a rebuttal from the
consultant, and the opportunity for two options.
Mr. Luckey shared mitigation alternatives to preclude plant growth, ideas for Castaways Park
space, and clarified the sand removal plan (Potential Area No. 1).
In response to Council Member Dixon's question, Mr. Luckey indicated that the high-level grading
plan slide has been slightly modified from his original *Meer
nd offered to send a watercolor
rendering of the grading plan to show land usability.
Brent Mardian, Team Palmer consultant, clarified tha-level grading slide is a Team
Palmer conceptual drawing and, in response to C�lnciDixon's question, Mr. Mardian
expressed the opinion that the material can beVp
ed at third site but more time is needed to
refine the idea, and clarified the time exte request, challenges related to sediment
management, Team Palmer's intentions, timeline discrepancies, and first CEQA public scoping
meeting objectives and decision making options.
In response to Mayor Muldoon's question, Mr. Luckey r6ported that Team Palmer considered
11 potential sites, of which eight were site surveyed, three were further considered, and Lower
Castaways was found most sensible.
Mayor Pro Tem Blom expressed concern thVnisgruntled homeowners living near a CAD could
result in potential project delays.
In response to C4'61 Member Duffield's question, Public Works Administrative Manager Miller
confirmed thereAvould be 106,000 Ocuic yards of disposal from the Federal channel and 50,000 cubic
yards more from residential a�dy disposal, Team Palmer's proposal would only accommodate
100,000 cubic yard.
Shana Conzelman expressed her concern for the Harbor's water quality, dismay in the CAD location,
and referenced a compfflwltive site in Minnesota.
Harbor Commission Chair Kenney noted the study conducted by the Harbor Commission, the
relationship between the City and Federal government, the dredging window of opportunity, noted
the EIR is certified, the ramifications of a delays with a site change, private homeowner provisions
for cleaning under docks, time and analysis given to Team Palmer, and recommended that Council
move forward with the CAD.
Harbor Commission Vice Chair Beer noted his role as a conduit between Team Palmer and staff,
three key elements needing to be satisfied, cost saving opportunities, time factor threats to EPA
concessions, material size needs and shortages, the unlikely ability for Team Palmer to receive
permits, and the history of the project since inception.
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Mr. Mardian clarified the stipulations for the 50,000 cubic yard shortage of disposal, Harbor Area
Management Plan Water Quality Impact Models, CEQA water quality analysis sensitivity and
requirements, the importance of an alternate plan, and the permit process.
Jason Picken stated there is dismay from nearby residents, recounted the oil spill incident,
emphasized the impact of water contamination in the Harbor, and questioned the alternative plan
considerations.
In response to Mayor Muldoon's questions, Public Works Administrative Manager Miller reported
that the Water Quality Board has deemed the City's application complete and is under consideration
for grant permitting, and shared the next steps. Mayor Muldoon supported looking at a back-up
option, shared his concern for water quality and human exposure, extended his appreciation for
Team Palmer's efforts, and suggested a third party review their plan, and a parallel path be
considered.
Motion by Mayor Muldoon, seconded by Council Member Dixon, to a) determine this action
is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2)
and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because the action w* not result in a physical change to
the environment, directly or indirectly; b) receive and file the Harbor Commission's
recommendations to City Council that the Confined Aquatic Disposal Facility for dredged materials
in Newport Harbor is the most viable and cost-effective solution with the most sufficient timeline
for completing the project and not to consider thee`alternatives presented by Team Palmer any
further; and c) direct staff to work with Team Pal er to furtlkr evaluate a possible Lower Castaway
sediment disposal site on a parallel path as a poss�lq back-up option, but does not in any way slow
down the permitting of the current approved Confined Aquatic Disposal Facility for the Lower Bay
dredging project.
In response to Council Member Dixon's questions, Public*orks Director Webb clarified that the
City Council approved the EIR, regulatory agencies have reviewed the environmental document and
the CAD and added comments, indicated a low risk for permit acceptance for Team Palmer's
proposal, noted the CAD as .a good dredging s lution as per the California Coastal Commission
(CCC), confirmed the material is documented a4not toxic, and reported extensive public outreach.
Council Member Dixon requested landscRping improvements, so the CAD area matches the
greenery of Castawlays Park, expressed her concern for the CAD proximity to residential properties,
and asked Mr. ,,Palmer to consider site viability and a better option than Castaways Park. In
response to Council Member Dixon's questions, Public Works Director Webb and Public Works
Administrative MNager Miller reported meetings with the EPA to clarify ocean material limits,
clarified Council's vote as a secondary back-up, noted potential confusion by regulatory agencies,
and highlighted the Sediment Characterization Study timeline, money timelines, policy questions,
permitting, alternative tions, and CAD feasibility.
Mayor Muldoon clarified his motion for staff to continue the current process with the regulatory
agencies for permit approval and obtain a parallel path as an alternative.
Council Member Duffield cautioned on the impacts of using the word toxic since the current material
has been identified and tested, expressed the opinion that the alternative plan is not to dredge, and
emphasized that the CAD is the opportunity to return the Harbor water flow to what it was in 1938
before the San Diego Creek brought pollutants into the Harbor.
Council Member Dixon and Mayor Muldoon emphasized that they are not seeking to delay dredging
and Mayor Muldoon further clarified his position on toxicity, dredging, alternative plans, and
continued progress by staff.
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Council Member Avery noted the importance of exploring alternatives, but not at the cost of losing
the current plan or timeline, emphasized that the Lower Castaways is an iconic site, and expressed
his support for a solution that does not produce a CAD, recognized the viability of no CAD, and
acknowledged the current process and focus on long-term Harbor health.
In response to Council Member Brenner's question, Public Works Director Webb and Public Works
Administrative Manager Miller indicated that, without further calculations, it appears the material
would fill up to the road level and then back up the slope of Lower Castaways, questioned if the City
Council or regulatory agencies would agree to this plan or issue a permit, and reiterated the material
amounts allowable by the Federal government to dump in the ocean water and estimated by the
City, and concessions and appeal opportunities from the EPA.
Mayor Muldoon concurred with Council Member Brenner that the CCC may be opposed to changing
the appearance of the bluff, questioned space availability, and offered distribution alternatives.
Council Member O'Neill concurred with Council Member Avery and thanked staff and Council
Member Duffield for their time and effort in this project.
In response to Council Member Dixon's questions, Public Worlds Administrative Manager Miller
noted other California harbors who are seeking funding and struggling to manage dredged materials
and sediment disposal. Council Member Dixon expressed concerns that the City Council does not
want to risk losing funding and disrupt the timeline, and expressed her appreciation to staff, the
community, and Harbor Commission for a thorough review analysis of the project.
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In response to Council Member Duffield's question, Public oddrks Administrative Manager Miller
reported that Newport Harbor is the onl or awarded Federal funding for dredging this year
throughout the State of California.
Mayor Muldoon noted that no one on Coun has expressed opposition to dredging.
Council Member Dixon anunced the r f Congresswoman Steel in the Federal funding
approval. X
With Council Member Duffield voting "no," the motion carried 6-1.
Mayor Muldoon rveessed the meeting at 7.40 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 7.48 p.m.
XVII. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
Dennis Bress reported the start of the John Wayne Airport (JWA) Fly Quiet Program and credited
members of Council, staff, the Aviation Committee, and volunteers for their contributions, indicated the
number of flights expected this year, discussed supporters and non -supporters of the American Rescue
Plan, and expressed his expectations of elected officials.
Susan Skinner read the press release issued by the Lincoln Club and asked Council to consider a no
vote on the Elect Our Mayor ballot measure that is on the June 2022 ballot.
Jim Mosher questioned the residential trash collection green cart distribution schedule, Standard Valet
Service charges, three cart allotment per household or per lot, and recyclable sorting guidelines.
In response to Council Member Brenner's questions, Public Works Director Webb clarified recycling cart
allotment designations and the Standard Valet Service.
Mayor Muldoon expressed his gratitude for the efforts of Congresswoman Steel, staff, and the City
Council for securing the Federal funding for dredging in Newport Beach.
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XVIII. CURRENT BUSINESS
9. Resolution No. 2022-2: Creating the General Plan Update Steering Committee (PA2017-
141) — continued from the January 11, 2022 City Council meeting [24/100-20211
Community Development Director Juris indicated that the General Plan Update Ad Hoc Committee
has recommended a three-member General Plan Update Steering Committee be formed to establish
the General Plan Update process and make recommendations to the City Council.
Council Member Brenner relayed the intention for the Steering Committee and shared plans for
additional opportunities for public service. Community Development Director Juris concurred and
added examples of future community involvement.
In response to Mayor Muldoon's request, Community Development Director Jurjis utilized a
presentation to share the General Plan Update Committee hierarchy flow chart.
Jim Mosher reviewed the function of the existing three-member Ad Hoc Committee of the City
Council and questioned the function, selection process, and blic input of a new three-member
General Plan Update Steering Committee.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blom, seconded by Cou ember Dixon, to a) determine this
action is exempt from the California EnvironmentAl Quality Act .(CEQA) pursuant to Sections
15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelin s because this action will not result in a physical
change to the environment, directly or indirectly;�fl b) adopt amended Resolution No. 2022-2, A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Creating the General Plan
Update Steering Committee (PA2017-141
Council Member Brenner questioned the selection process Mid expressed interest in members of the
City Council to serve on the General Plan Update Steering Committee.
Council Member O'Neill clarified the function of the General Plan Update Steering Committee and
recommended moving forward with appointing three non -Council Members to the committee.
Council Member B�ner requested reg updates from the committee.
Council Membe Avery s eco having three residents with applicable backgrounds.
Mayor Muldoon re mmende an amended motion to clarify Council Member participation.
Council Member O'Neill offered a friendly amendment that the qualifications for the
appointed General Plan Update Steering Committee members be a resident, registered
voter, Mayor appointed, and not a current Council Member.
Council Member Dixon shared her experience on the Library Lecture Hall Committee consisting of
all residents and one Council Member, and suggested a Council Member be a non-voting member
on the General Plan Update Steering Committee.
In response to Council Member Dixon's suggestion, Council Member O'Neill stated that he does not
recommend having a member of the City Council participate as a non-voting member, and clarified
that members are not making policy, they are recommending to the City Council what the bigger
body will look like and providing regular updates to the City Council.
Council Member Dixon related the value that a Council Member and staff could provide by sharing
informal guidance and then withdrew her suggestion. Council Member O'Neill agreed that having
a Council Member participate is possible, but remained opposed to minimize potential bias.
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In response to Council Member Brenner's request for regular updates to the City Council, Council
Member O'Neill suggested a change to Section G (Purpose and Responsibility) to provide at least
bi-monthly reports to the City Council.
Mayor Muldoon clarified the friendly amended motion to exclude members of the City Council,
include a minimum bi-monthly report to the City Council, and support the Mayor's right to appoint
the members.
The motion carried unanimously.
10. Ordinance No. 2022-4: Multiple Vessel Mooring System Clarifying Statements and
Updates; and Resolution No. 2022-9: Multiple Vessel Mooring System Plans and
Specifications [100-20211
Council Members Avery, Dixon and Duffield recused themselves due to their membership
in the Newport Harbor Yacht Club.
Public Works Administrative Manager Miller referenced the��evised ordinance that reflected a
change in language from Harbor Department to Harbormaster aid utilized a presentation to review
the Multiple Vessel Mooring System (MVMS), single point mooring fields at Balboa Yacht Club and
Newport Harbor Yacht Club, and a MVMS depiction. `
Harbor Commission Vice Chair Beer clarified the solutioW to sAl boats with this resolution,
proposal initiatives, yacht club consensus, and theiulti-tier approach.
Public Works Administrative Manager Milfelaborated on the updates to the existing MVMS with
the intent to develop review and approval process standards.
Jim Mosher questioned the participation of City staff and Harbor Commission members with
Newport Harbor Yacht Club membehips and the need for a Coastal Development Permit.
Heidi Hall applauded the work of t Har Commission, questioned the intent of an update,
requested the ordinance wotd' remain u On ed and suggested adding a moratorium until the
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work is completed
Harbor Commission Vice Chair l31Wclarified the MVMS aspects of Title 17, indicated the current
issues in the mooring fields, necessary improvements to increase navigation safety and space
efficiency, plans to4ntroduce floats for a two-point MVMS for City -owned moorings, and outlined
the plan steps.
Heidi Hall explained hL'lobstacles and interest in obtaining a two -mooring permit as a lessee.
Harbor Commission Vice Chair Beer noted the current space limitations at the mooring field rows
and plans to increase capacity after the redesign.
Mayor Muldoon acknowledged his understanding of why the Harbor Commission chose the Balboa
Yacht Club and Newport Harbor Yacht Club for redesign.
City Attorney Harp reiterated that an amended ordinance was circulated with minor modifications.
Motion by Mayor Muldoon, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Blom, to a) determine this action
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Section 15301
(Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6,
Chapter 3 because it will result in negligible or no expansion of existing use, and also determine this
action is not subject to CEQA pursuant to Section 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA
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Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3 because this action has
no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; b) waive full
reading, direct the City Clerk to read by title only, introduce amended Ordinance No. 2022-4, An
Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Amending Section 17.01.030
and Section 17.60.040 of the Newport Beach Municipal Code to Delete Vessel Length Requirements
and Clarify Approval Responsibility for the Multiple Vessel Mooring System and to Require
Compliance with Applicable Plans and Specifications, and pass to second reading on February 8,
2022; and c) adopt Resolution No. 2022-9, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Newport
Beach, California, Amending the City of Newport Beach Design Criteria and Standard Drawings for
Public Works Construction and the Waterfront Project Guidelines and Standards, Harbor Design
Criteria, Commercial and Residential Facilities Related to Multiple Vessel Mooring Systems.
With Council Members Avery, Dixon, and Duffield recusing themselves, the motion
carried 4-0.
11. Resolution No. 2022-10: Adopting the 2022 Key and Management Compensation Plan for
the Period January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2025, and Amending the City's Salary
Schedule [100-2021] IN
Human Resources Director Salvini summarized the terms and conditions of employment for
90 unrepresented employees, noted that the plan is not a contract nor is negotiated with the
employees, and outlined the proposal inclusions QP a four-year term, wage adjustments of two
percent each January, the one-time lump sum payment of Q,000 for covered employees, City -paid
short-term and long-term disability benefits, and liecussed t e irriqiprnentation of a 401a plan.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Blom, secodded by Council Member Dixon, to a) determine this
action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections
15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines becausethis action will not result in a physical
change to the environment, directly or indirectly; b) adopt Resolution No. 2022-10, A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Adopting the 2022 Key and Management
Compensation Plan, Which Shall be Effective from January 1, 2022, and Amending the City's Salary
Schedule; c) approve Budget Amendment No. 22-037 appropriating $343,614 from unappropriated
fund balances to various salary and bene it accounts to implement the terms of the Key and
Management Comp nsation Plan fort ainder of FY 2021-22, representing the first six months
of the four-year pe(od covered by the Plan; and d) approve and adopt the revisions to the Citywide
salary schedule s reflected in the 2022 Key and Management Compensation Plan.
The motion carr d unanimously.
12. Third Amended and Restated Employment Agreement for City Manager (C-8568-4)
[38/100-2021]
City Manager Leung recused herself due to the potential financial interest conflicts.
Human Resources Director Salvini summarized the provisions of the agreement to include a five-
year term ending December 30, 2026, a five percent merit adjustment upon the contract effective
date, cost of living adjustments tied to those received by executive management members in the Key
and Management Compensation Plan group beginning in January 2023 and each January
thereafter, 2.5 percent performance pay contingent on satisfactory performance reviews,
implementation of a deferred compensation account and 401a account with annual City
contributions on the effective date of the agreement, the proposed adjustment for flex leave accrual
rate, and a severance agreement to provide a cash settlement equal to the monthly salary multiplied
by the number of months remaining on the unexpired term of the employment agreement, which is
subject to an 18 month cap.
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Jim Mosher questioned the transparency of the staff report for public review, renewal terms, and
severance pay structure.
Mayor Pro Tem Blom commended staff for their work and recognized City management as the best,
reported midline compensation packages, relayed Council's interest in retaining top talent while
being fiscally conservative, and noted benefits to offering a severance without cause and that
changes to the employment agreement will help accommodate legal requirements.
Motion by Council Member Avery, seconded by Council Member Dixon, to a) determine this
action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections
15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action will not result in a physical
change to the environment, directly or indirectly; b) approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a
Third Amended and Restated Employment Agreement between the City of Newport Beach and City
Manager Grace K. Leung, subject to the terms and conditions approved by the City Council; and c)
approve Budget Amendment No. 22-039 appropriating $12,547 from unappropriated General Fund
balance to various salary and benefit accounts to implement the terms of the Agreement for the
remainder of FY 2021-22 (January 1, 2022 through June 30, 2022).
Mayor Muldoon commented on the commendable job of City ager Leung and indicated that his
"no" vote is based on small deal points.
With Mayor Muldoon voting "no," the motion d 6 -
XIX. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION - None
XX. ADJOURNMENT - 8:47 p.m.
The agenda was posted on the City's webl;ite and on the City Hall electronic bulletin board
located in the entrance of the City Council Chambers at 100 Civic Center Drive on
January 20, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. ,gnh,
Leilani I. Brown
City Clerk
Kevin Muldoon
Mayor
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