HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/25/2017 - Study Session / Regular MeetingCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
City Council Minutes
Study Session and Regular Meeting
April 25, 2017
I. ROLL CALL - 4:00 p.m.
Present: Council Member Jeff Herdman, Council Member Brad Avery, Council Member Diane Dixon,
Council Member Scott Peotter, Council Member Will O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Duffy Duffield,
Mayor Kevin Muldoon
II. CURRENT BUSINESS
SS1. Clarification of Items on the Consent Calendar - None
SS2. MADD Presentation
Newport Beach Police Officers Jacob Khor and Mike Striek (Neal Schuster and Bill Hume —
not in attendance) were presented with the MADD Deuce Award by MADD Representative,
Robert Cox, Program Manager, assisted by Police Chief John Lewis, after a brief presentation
by Mr. Cox, regarding MADD.
SS3. Poppy Month Proclamation
Mayor Muldoon read and presented the proclamation declaring May as Poppy Month.
Miss Poppies Ashley and Madison Trester recited the poem "In Flanders Field" and distributed
poppy boutonnieres to the Council Members on behalf of the American Legion Auxiliary.
Carolyn Whitlinger and Debbie Schubert, Co -Chairs for Poppy Fundraisers American Legion
Auxiliary Post 291, thanked Council for the proclamation.
SS4. Child Abuse Prevention Month
Scott Trotter, Executive Director of the Child Abuse Prevention Center, and Debashis
Chowdhury, Board Chair of the Orange County Chapter, presented the Council with a
certificate of recognition, thanking and recognizing the Newport Beach City Council Members
for their dedication to the children of Newport Beach through strong community and civic
leadership.
SS5. National Autism Awareness Month Proclamation
Oksana Vovk, Ms. America, 2017, gave a brief presentation regarding the Ms. America
program and her dedication to helping autistic individuals and organic living.
Mayor Muldoon read and presented the proclamation, declaring May as Autism Awareness
Month, to Ms. Vovk and her 20 -year old, autistic son, Stephen.
SS6. Orange County Water District (OCWD) Regarding the Orange County Water Basin
Municipal Operations Director Murdoch introduced the item and the representatives from the
Orange County Water District.
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John Kennedy, OCWD Executive Director of Engineering and Water Resources, presented a
PowerPoint outlining groundwater levels, operational facilities, stormwater capture at Prado
Dam, facilities in Anaheim, managing Santa Ana River, and the Groundwater Replenishment
System (GWRS). He displayed the video OCWD and OCSD: Turning wastewater into drinking
water and discussed the expansion and success of GWRS.
Steve Sheldon, OCWD Director, discussed the Green Acres project, which will bring recycled
water for landscaping to Newport Beach.
Municipal Operations Director Murdoch discussed the use of recycled water for the City's two
golf courses.
SS7. City's Emergency Management Update
Police Chief Lewis introduced the item and Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Eing.
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Eing presented a PowerPoint providing an update on
the City's Disaster Preparedness Program. The presentation included the responsibilities of
disaster service workers, along with tsunami and earthquake preparedness and planning.
In response to Mayor Muldoon, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Eing stated residents
could sign up for earthquake notifications at USGS.gov. She discussed earthquakes triggering
tsunamis.
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Eing discussed power outages, proclaiming a local
emergency, and roles and responsibilities of the emergency operation center.
Council Member Dixon asked how often employees were trained. Emergency Preparedness
Coordinator Eing explained that new employees are trained upon hire and management
employees participate in an annual training exercise. She stated Council Members do not
respond to emergencies; therefore, do not need to be trained.
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Eing discussed the City's Emergency Operations Plan
and Hazard Mitigation Plan. She reviewed the Municipal Code requirements in emergencies,
emergency supplies, and 2017 training and drills.
Council Member Dixon asked how the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
intersected with disaster planning. Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Eing stated she was
responsible for internal coordination and the Fire Department had a position to educate the
community.
In response to Council Member Herdman's question regarding the availability of preventative
grants, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Eing stated the City had twice applied and been
denied for seawall grants.
Tom Callister, active CERT member, informed residents of the annual community drill on
April 29, 2017, and invited residents to come to Irvine Terrace. He encouraged residents to
prepare a week's supply of food and water.
Mayor Muldoon asked what happened to the water in the pipes. Mr. Callister suggested
shutting off water to the home. He discussed the earthquake in Newhall and impact on water
supplies. Municipal Operations Director Murdoch discussed the Big Canyon Reservoir. He
stated the City would notify residents if there was water contamination.
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In response to Mayor Muldoon, City Manager Kiff discussed staffs obligations during
emergencies.
In response to Council Member Dixon, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Eing stated she
was the only staff in her department. Council Member Dixon commended Emergency
Preparedness Coordinator Eing and emergency volunteers.
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jim Mosher discussed the closed session items and requested additional information. He discussed
the placement of items on the agenda by individual Council Members and asked if public comments
would be allowed. He stated there was interest on the relocation of the Ronald Reagan statue and
questioned whether the votes at the last meeting were invalid and violated the Brown Act.
In response to Mayor Muldoon, Mr. Mosher stated Council Members are allowed to place an item on
an agenda rather than requiring Council approval.
City Attorney Harp discussed the Council's approval of the professional services agreement with Arts
for Orange County and stated there was no Brown Act issue.
Saboohi Currim agreed with the existing policy in Item 6. She expressed concern regarding the Reagan
statue and the current political environment.
Mayor Muldoon stated the statue was recently damaged and the Civic Center was not ready for statues
at the time of initial installation.
City Attorney Harp announced that the City Council would adjourn to Closed Session to
discuss the items as listed in the Closed Session agenda, with the exception of Item D, and
read the titles.
IV. CLOSED SESSION - Council Chambers Conference Room
A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
(Government Code § 54956.5): 1 matter
Property: 3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, California
Agency Negotiator: Lauren Wooding-Whitlinger, Real Property Administrator
Negotiating Party: Lido House, LLC
Under Negotiation: Instruct Negotiator as to Price and Terms of Payment
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
ANTICIPATED LITIGATION — INITIATION OF LITIGATION
(Government Code § 54956.9(d)(4)): 1 matter
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
EXISTING LITIGATION
(Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1)): 1 matter
Connie Barraclough u. City of Newport Beach, Chief Lewis, et al.
United States District Court case No. 8:16-cv-00733-DOC-PLA
D. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Government Code § 54957.6)
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Agency Designated Representatives: Dave Kiff, City Manager, Carol Jacobs, Assistant City
Manager, Barbara Salvini, Human Resources Director; Peter Brown, Esq., Negotiators.
Employee Organizations: Association of Newport Beach Ocean Lifeguards (ANBOL) and
Newport Beach Police Association (NBPA).
E. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Government Code § 54957 (b)(1))
Title: Dave Kiff, City Manager
Aaron C. Harp, City Attorney
Leilani Brown, City Clerk
F. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
(Government Code § 54957.6 (a))
Agency Designated Representative: Council Member Diane Dixon
Unrepresented Employees: Dave Kiff, City Manager, Aaron C. Harp, City Attorney, and Leilam
Brown, City Clerk.
V. RECESSED - 5:28 p.m.
VI. RECONVENED AT 7:03 P.M. FOR REGULAR MEETING
VII. ROLL CALL
Present: Council Member Jeff Herdman, Council Member Brad Avery, Council Member Diane Dixon,
Council Member Scott Peotter, Council Member Will O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Duffy Duffield,
Mayor Kevin Muldoon
VIII. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Harp reported that there were no reportable actions taken.
IX. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member Herdman
X. INVOCATION - Council Member Peotter
XI. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
XII. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (NON -DISCUSSION ITEM)
Council Member O'Neill stated he attended the Newport to Ensenada Race Kick Off. He announced
the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Awards on April 26, 2017 and the Library Book
Sale on May 6, 2017.
Council Member Dixon announced the Finance Committee meeting on April 27, 2017, at 3:00 p.m. and
the City Board, Commission or Committee application workshop on May 4, 2017, at 12 p.m. She
congratulated the Public Works Department on the selection of Marina Park as a Public Woks
Association Project of the Year. She commended those involved in the Film Festival. She requested a
future agenda item on options for parking, and discussed pension legislation.
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Council Member Herdman discussed the tour of the City Utilities Yard. He thanked staff that
attended and assisted with the Corona del Mar Residents Association. He stated he and Mayor
Muldoon met with Boy Scouts. He commented on attending the OASIS Senior Center Volunteer
Luncheon at which he spoke and discussed his participation at Chamber of Commerce meetings. He
commended the Film Festival, stated he attended the Orange County lunch for newly elected officials
and announced the District 5 Town Hall meeting on May 1, 2017, at 6:30 p.m. He requested a future
agenda item to receive an update from the Sister City organization.
Council Member Avery thanked Municipal Operations Director Murdoch for the tour of the City
Utilities Yard and commended the graffiti removal crew.
Mayor Pro Tem Duffield commended Municipal Operations Director Murdoch and his crew. He
announced the birth of his grandson, Peter Duffield.
XIII. MATTERS WHICH COUNCIL MEMBERS HAVE ASKED TO BE PLACED ON A FUTURE
AGENDA
• Parking Strategies for the Peninsula, Mariners Mile (Dixon)
The City Council unanimously concurred to place the matter on a future agenda.
• Regulations Relating to Food Trucks, Including on the Newport Pier (Peotter)
The City Council concurred to place the matter on a future agenda, by a vote of 4-3 with Council
Members Herdman, Dixon, and O'Neill voting no.
• Relocation of the Statue Honoring Ronald Reagan from Bonita Canyon Sports Park to
Civic Center Park (Muldoon)
In response to Mayor Muldoon, City Attorney Harp explained the Council's prior action on the
professional services agreement with the Arts of Orange County during which the scope of work,
including planning and selection for pieces for the sculpture garden, had been discussed. He stated
there was no violation of the Brown Act.
The City Council unanimously concurred to place the matter on a future agenda.
Advocacy Positions on Pension Reform Bills Authored by State Senator John MW
Moorlach (Dixon)
The City Council unanimously concurred to place the matter on a future agenda.
XIV. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR - None
XV. CONSENT CALENDAR
READING OF MINUTES AND ORDINANCES
1. Minutes for the April 11, 2017 City Council Meeting [100-20171
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. Waterfront Project Guidelines and Standards - Harbor Design Criteria, Commercial &
Residential Facilities: Second Reading [100-20171
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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. Alternatively,
determine this action is not a project under CEQA Regulation Section 15061(b)(3) because it
has no potential for causing a significant effect on the environment; and
b) Conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2017-8, An Ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Newport Beach, California, Deleting Newport Beach Municipal Code Subsection
17.01.030(A)(2) and Amending Newport Beach Municipal Code Subsections 17.01.030(D)(1),
17.35.010(A), 17.50.040(A) and 17.50.050(D) Relating to the City's Waterfront Project
Guidelines and Standards, Harbor Design Criteria - Commercial and Residential Facilities,
Mayor Pro Tem Duffield recused himself from Item 3 due to a leased business property he
has on the waterfront.
Council Member Avery recused himself from Item 3 due to a potential conflict with
relation to his employer.
4. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance 2017-9 Amending the Coastal
Implementation Plan for the Lido House Hotel Floor Area Expansion, Located at 3300
Newport Boulevard and 475 32nd Street (PA2016-061) [100-2017]
a) Find that all significant environmental concerns for the proposed project have been addressed
in previously certified environmental documents; and
b) Conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2017-9, An Ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Newport Beach, California, Adopting Local Coastal Program Amendment No.
LC2016-001 as Modified by the California Coastal Commission Related to the CV -LV Coastal
Zoning District for the Lido House Hotel Project Located at 3300 Newport Boulevard and 475
32nd Street (PA2016-061).
RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION
5. Adoption of Resolution Repealing Resolution No. 2016-87, which Declared a Level Two
Water Supply Shortage [100-2017]
a) Determine that the 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 it will not
result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Adopt Resolution No. 2017.28, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach,
California, Repealing Resolution No. 2016-87, Which Declared a Level Two Water Supply
Shortage.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
Newport Heights Sewer Improvements - Notice of Completion for Contract No. 7028-2
(Project No. 17503) [381100-2017]
a) Accept the completed work and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for the
project. On June 28, 2016, City Council found this project exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Class 2 Section 15302(c);
b) Authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and Materials Bond 65 days after the Notice of
Completion has been recorded in accordance with applicable portions of the Civil Code; and
c) Release Faithful Performance Bond one (1) year after acceptance by the City Council.
Council Member Avery recused himself from Item 7 due to interest in real property.
8. Approval of Amendment No. One to Agreement with Orange County Sanitation District
(OCSD) for Dry Weather Urban Runoff Discharges from Big Canyon Creek to Sanitary
Sewer (C-5988) [381100-2017]
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a) Determine that the 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 it will not
result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly;
b) Approve Amendment No. One to the Dry Weather Urban Runoff Discharge Agreement with
OCSD (Amendment) to allow operation and maintenance of two dry -weather diversions from
Big Canyon Creek to the sanitary sewer; and
c) Authorize the City Manager and City Clerk, to approve future Amendments to the Dry
Weather Urban Runoff Discharge Agreement.
Council Member Peotter recused himself from Item 8 because he is on the Orange County
Sanitation District Board.
9. Approval and Award of Network Wiring and Cabling Services Contract (C-8471-1)
[381100-20171
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) Authorize and Approve the Contract to Pacific Coast Cabling.
MISCELLANEOUS
10. Planning Commission Agenda for the April 20, 2017 Meeting [100-2017]
Receive and file.
11. Designation of Applicant's Agents for Federal and State Financial Disaster Assistance)
[100-20171
a) Determine that the 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 it will not
result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Approve Cal OES Form 130, authorizing the City Manager, the Finance Director or Municipal
Operations Directors to execute California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and/or
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) documents for present and future disaster
relief applications.
14. Changing the Name of "Balboa Island
Former Resident [100-20171
Direct the Parks, Beaches and Recreation
recommendation to the City Council.
Park" to "Ralph Rodheim Park" to Honor the
Commission to review the issue and bring back a
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Duffield, seconded by Mayor Muldoon, to approve the Consent
Calendar, except for the item removed (Item 6); and noting recusals by Mayor Pro Tenn Duffield and
Council Member Avery to Item 3, recusal by Council Member Avery to Item 7, recusal by Council
Member Peotter to Item 8, and moving Item 14 from Current Business to Consent Calendar.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Herdman, Council Member Avery, Council Member Dixon, Council Member
Peotter, Council Member O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Duffield, Mayor Muldoon
ITEM REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
6. Resolution No. 2017-29 - Adopting a Revised City Council Policy A-19 (Guidelines for
Invocationns) [100-20171
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Council Member Herdman discussed emails he received on invocations and stated the new
resolution would expand rather than restrict the opportunity.
Council Member Dixon stated the revision expanded the opportunities, extended invitations
beyond the City limits and fulfilled Freedom of Speech requirements.
In response to Council Member O'Neill, City Attorney Harp stated the policy was in conformance
with US Supreme Court and 9th Circuit law.
Mayor Muldoon indicated support for the policy.
Jim Mosher stated prayer was not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. He
expressed concern about the mandatory injection of prayer into every commission and committee
meeting.
Saboohi Currim suggested guidelines to prevent hurtful statements against other faiths and
religions. She suggested invocations only at Council meetings.
Mayor Muldoon clarified that invocations could be led by a group or no group, religion or no religion
or could be a moment of silence. He stated the goal was to expand speech, not limit it. He stated
the separation of church and state was an important concept and explained the establishment
clause. He stated the policy was being updated to err on the side of freedom.
Council Member Herdman stated derogatory remarks could be dealt with in policy. City Clerk
Brown stated those invited to give the invocation were provided with the policy.
Mayor Muldoon invited anyone to be included on the list of invocation leaders.
Motion by Mayor Muldoon, seconded by Council Member Herdman, 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; and b) adopt Resolution No. 2017.29, A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Adopting a Revised City
Council Policy Regarding Invocations.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Herdman, Council Member Avery, Council Member Dixon, Council
Member Peotter, Council Member O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Duffield, Mayor Muldoon
XVII. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
David Shockley, Honorary Commodore of the Newport Ocean Sailing Association, thanked the Council
for its support of the Newport to Ensenada Race and announced upcoming events. Mayor Muldoon
stated it was a great event and he thanked the organizers.
Mike Glenn discussed Council Member Dixon's comments regarding him owing the City money for
Public Records Act requests. He stated he had not asked for documents to be printed. He discussed
his disagreements with Council Member Dixon but stated public humiliation was inappropriate and
he was owed an apology.
Ashley Jacobs discussed Council Member Dixon's allegations against Mike Glenn.
In response to Mayor Muldoon, City Attorney Harp explained the process for Public Records Act
requests and payment of fees.
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Charles Griffin discussed nuclear reactors and electrical power and urged the Council to visit
focusfusion.org.
Dan Daley, Alzheimer Orange County, discussed services provided including the South County Adult
Day Services Center.
Steve Ray, Executive Director of Banning Ranch Conservancy, congratulated and welcomed the newly
elected Council Members. He discussed efforts to work together on the Future of Banning Ranch. He
discussed the Coastal Commission denial and California Supreme Court reversal of the City's
approval. He requested meeting with the City.
Jim Mosher stated public records could be inspected at no cost. He stated the public was allowed to
comment on items prior to Council decisions and voiced concern that the prior meeting agenda did not
indicate the Reagan Centennial Memorial was being considered.
Suzanne Savary discussed her involvement in the City and previous involvement in the Reagan statue.
She argued that a John Kennedy statue should be installed as well. She requested the Council
maintain a non-partisan model.
Darrel Ferguson, Surfrider Foundation Newport Beach Chapter, discussed trash debris from storms
and sand dredging and announced cleanup opportunities. He discussed problems From the Santa Ana
River Flood Control Channel. City Manager Kiff suggested Mr. Ferguson contact the Public Works
Department.
Patty Humphreys stated art should not be politicized.
George Schroeder stated his rationale for the statue was that Ronald Reagan was Governor of
California and President of the United States.
Patty Gwin expressed concern with placing a statue of a political figure in the garden.
Mayor Muldoon stated Ronald Reagan's campaign and personal ties were deep in Newport Beach. He
stated he viewed Reagan as an artist, being a former actor, and thanked the speakers for their
thoughts.
XVIII. ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES - None
XIX. CURRENT BUSINESS
12. Bonita Canyon Sports Park Pickleball Courts - Award of Contract No. 8130-2 (17P12)
[381100-20171
Deputy Public Works Director Vukojevic and Recreation and Senior Services Director Detweiler
presented a PowerPoint highlighting pickleball programs and growth in Newport Beach. The
presentation included the proposed court location at Bonita Canyon Sports Park, design
highlights, project schedule and next steps.
Council Member O'Neill asked why the entire project was not funded from Park fees. City
Manager Kif£ stated it could all come from Park Fees. Recreation and Senior Services Director
Detweiler stated there was adequate funding. Deputy Public Works Director Vukojevic explained
that it could be transferred to the Park fund. City Manager Riff recommended use of Park funds.
In response to Council Member Dixon, Recreation and Senior Services Director Detweiler stated
the San Joaquin courts would revert to tennis courts and discussed studies on tennis court usage.
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Council Member O'Neill indicated support for improving parks.
Motion by Council Member O'Neill, seconded by Council Member Dixon, to a) find this
project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301
(Existing facilities) based on the project is a minor alteration of a public facility involving negligible
expansion of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it
has no potential to have a significant effect on the environment; b) approve the project drawings
and specifications; c) award Contract No. 8130-2 to Green Giant Landscape, Inc. (Green Giant) for
the total bid price of $531,100.00, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contract;
d) establish $53,900.00, approximately 10 percent, contingency amount to cover the cost of
unforeseen work not included in the original contract; and e) approve amended Budget
Amendment No. 17BA-031 appropriating $625,000.00 from the Contributions (Park Fees)
unappropriated fund balance to Account No. 13501-980000-17P12.
Council Member Avery concurred with Council Member O'Neill.
Council Member Peotter thanked staff for the pickleball demonstration and expressed excitement
for the development.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Peotter, Council Member Herdman, Council Member Avery, Council
Member Dixon, Council Member O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Duffield, Mayor Muldoon
13. Changing the Name of "Ensign View Park" to "John Wayne Park" to Honor the Former
Resident [100-20171
City Manager Kiff presented the staff report regarding the name change of the park
In response to Mayor Muldoon, City Manager Kiff stated the park was not currently signed. He
stated the park was previously named for a resident actively involved in the School District.
Taryn Palumbo, John Wayne Foundation, urged the Council to approve the name. She discussed
the fundraising event on May 26, 2017, with proceeds ongoing to the Cancer Foundation.
Council Member Herdman indicated support due to John Wayne's significance to the City. He
stated the park was already named after a person.
Council Member Avery indicated support for John Wayne but discussed the policy of not naming
parks after people. He suggested geographic names.
Motion by Council Member Avery, seconded by Council Member Dixon, to direct that this
issue be reviewed by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission and bring back a
recommendation to the City Council at a future meeting
Council Member Dixon stated she seconded the motion in order to follow the appropriate process.
Mayor Pro Tem Duffield concurred with Council Member Herdman that the park was already
named after a person. He indicated support for naming the park after John Wayne.
Substitute motion by Council Member Peotter seconded by Mayor Muldoon, to
a) determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) because this action will not result in a physical
change to the environment, directly or indirectly; b) waive the requirements set forth in City
Council Policy B-9, Naming of City Parks and Facilities, to allow the City Council to rename
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"Ensign View Park" to "John Wayne Park;" and c) adopt Resolution No. 2017.30, A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Changing the Name of Ensign View Park
to John Wayne Park to Honor the Former Resident.
Nancy Skinner urged the Council to follow the process. She suggested something in Bayshores be
named after John Wayne.
Jim Mosher endorsed the motion made by Council Member Avery. He suggested the park was
named to identify it since it is near Ensign Intermediate School. He suggested other naming
opportunities.
Council Member O'Neill discussed the purpose of the Subcommittee on Council Policies. He
suggested the name of the park go through the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission.
Motion by Council Member O'Neill, seconded by Council Member Dixon, to table the item,
pending review by the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission.
City Attorney Harp stated the Council policy was to have one substitute motion.
Council Member O'Neill stated Robert's Rules of Order allowed for two motions and he did not
recall the policy determining the number of motions allowed. City Attorney Harp stated the
Council's past practice was to allow only one substitute motion. City Clerk Brown stated either
motion could be voted upon.
Mayor Muldoon gave an impassioned speech on the importance of John Wayne and the Cancer
Foundation to Newport Beach. He explained his reasoning for suggesting renaming the park.
Council Member Peotter's motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Herdman, Council Member O'Neill, Council Member Peotter, Mayor Pro
Tem Duffield, Mayor Muldoon
Nays: Council Member Avery, Council Member Dixon
15. Appointments to the Harbor Commission [29/100-20171
City Clerk Brown provided the staff report and explained the voting process. She reported that, if
Council voted to extend one of the new Harbor Commissioner's terms from June 30, 2017 to
June 30, 2021, the nominee receiving the most votes will receive the 2021 term.
Motion by Council Member Peotter, seconded by Council Member Dixon, to extend one of
the new Harbor Commissioner's terms from June 30, 2017 to June 30, 2021.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Herdman, Council Member Avery, Council Member Dixon, Council
Member Peotter, Council Member O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Duffield, Mayor Muldoon
City Clerk Brown read the ballot votes for the Harbor Commission as follows:
Ira Beer — Council Member Peotter, Mayor Muldoon
Scott Cunningham — Council Member Herdman, Council Member Avery, Council Member Dixon,
Council Member Peotter, Council Member O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Duffield, Mayor Muldoon
Jamshed Dastur — Council Member Dixon
John Drayton — Council Member Avery, Mayor Pro Tem Duffield
Paul Prioleau — Council Member O'Neill
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Donald Yahn — Council Member Herdman
City Clerk Brown announced that Scott Cunningham was appointed to the Harbor Commission
for a term that expires on June 30, 2021.
City Clerk Brown announced that the City Council would vote between Ira Beer and John Drayton
for the remaining seats, and read the ballot votes as follows:
hra Beer — Council Member Peotter, Mayor Muldoon
John Drayton — Council Member Herdman, Council Member Avery, Council Member Dixon,
Council Member O'Neill, Mayor Pro Tem Duffield
City Clerk Brown announced that John Drayton was appointed to the Harbor Commission for a
term that expires on June 30, 2019.
Council Member Peotter stated he met with several candidates and they were all well qualified.
He encouraged them to continue to apply for future openings.
Mayor Pro Tem Duffield discussed the applicants and encouraged them to reapply in the future.
Council Member O'Neill discussed the 14 qualified applicants and thanked the Mayor for
appointing him to the subcommittee.
Council Member Avery discussed the quality of the applicants and encouraged those not appointed
to reapply.
Council Member Dixon stated it was difficult to select from the quality applicants. She discussed
the opening in June 2017.
16. Amended and Restated Employment Agreements for the City Manager (C-7033-2), City
Attorney (C-7034-2), and City Clerk (C-7032-2) [38/100-2017]
City Manager Kiff, City Attorney Harp and City Clerk Brown left the meeting.
Human Resources Director Salvini presented the staff report.
Jim Mosher questioned whether the goals were met. He pointed out an error in each contract
regarding PERS contributions.
Mayor Muldoon discussed Federal laws related to confidentiality of employee reviews.
Council Member Peotter agreed with Mr. Mosher and suggested "8% of the salary". Human
Resources Director Salvini disagreed stating the language as it currently read was appropriate.
Council Member Peotter stated the language was unclear and needed to be corrected.
Council Member O'Neill stated outside Council had vetted the agreements and City Attorney Harp
had vetted the agreements for City Manager Kiff and City Clerk Brown, therefore he would not
vote for the change.
Mayor Muldoon indicated he would support the motion to allow review of the language.
Council Member Peotter stated the language needed to clearly state the PERS contribution was
8% of compensation, not member contribution.
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Motion by Council Member Peotter, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Duffield, to a) determine
that the 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 it will not result in a physical
change to the environment, directly or indirectly; b) approve and authorize the Mayor to execute
the Fifth Amended and Restated Employment Agreement between the City of Newport Beach and
Dave Kiff, City Manager, as amended; c) approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Fourth
Amended and Restated Employment Agreement between the City of Newport Beach and Aaron
Harp, City Attorney, as amended; d) approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Fourth
Amended and Restated Employment Agreement between the City of Newport Beach and Leilani
Brown, City Clerk, as amended; and e) adopt Resolution No. 2017-32, A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Modifying the Salary Range for the City Clerk
and Establishing the Auto Allowances for the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Dixon, Council Member Peotter, Mayor Pro Tem Duffield, Mayor
Muldoon
Nays: Council Member Avery, Council Member Herdman, Council Member O'Neill
XX. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION
Motion by Council Member Dixon. seconded by Council Member Herdman, to reconsider the
vote on Item 16.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Avery, Council Member Dixon, Council Member Herdman, Mayor Pro
Tem Duffield
Nays: Council Member O'Neill, Council Member Peotter, Mayor Muldoon
Mayor Pro Tem Duffield requested to re -vote on the Motion for Reconsideration since he
wanted to change his vote.
The re -vote failed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Dixon, Council Member Herdman
Nays: Council Member Avery, Council Member O'Neill, Council Member Peotter, Mayor Pro
Tem Duffield, Mayor Muldoon
XXI. ADJOURNMENT - 9:10 p.m. in memory of Reed Johns
The agenda was posted on the City's website and on the City Hall Electronic Bulletin Board
located in the entrance of the City Council Chambers at 100 Civic Center Drive on
April 20, 2017, at 4:00 p.m.
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