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City Council Minutes
Regular Meeting
August 13, 2002 - 7:00 p.m.
STUDY SESSION — Cancelled.
INDEX
CLOSED SESSION — at 6:02 p.m. with all members present (Heffernan and O'Neil
— late).
A. RECESSED AND RECONVENED AT 7:00 P.M. FOR REGULAR MEETING
B. ROLL CALL
C.
Present: Heffernan, O Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Absent: None
Mayor Ridgeway announced that the City and the Balboa Arborist Society
have engaged in extensive mediation in an effort to resolve the Society's
lawsuit challenging the proposed removal of the ficus trees on Main Street
in conjunction with the Balboa Village Improvement Project. He stated
that, unfortunately and in spite of good faith on both sides, the parties
have been unable to reach a mutually agreeable settlement. Further, the
parties have agreed to an expedited hearing schedule and hope to have a
ruling on the lawsuit before the end of August.
Mayor Ridgeway announced that the mobile home tenants at Marinapark
have rejected the Second Amendment and Extension of Lease Agreement
(Lease Extension) approved by the City Council on May 28, 2002, and have
challenged the legality of some of the provisions of the Lease Extension.
He stated that the Legal Counsel for the tenants, George Kaelin, has
requested renegotiation on the terms of the Lease. He indicated that the
closed session was to grant authority to the City's negotiators, Assistant
City Manager Kiff and City legal counsel, to renegotiate the price and
terms of payment of the Lease Extension with the tenant's legal counsel.
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Council Member O'Neil.
E. INVOCATION — Paul Sansevieri, Chairman, State of California for the
Christian Coalition.
F. PRESENTATION — None.
G. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
H. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS OR MATTERS WHICH COUNCIL
MEMBERS WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR
DISCUSSION. ACTION OR REPORT (NON- DISCUSSION ITEM):
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Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg announced that the Newport Beach Chamber of
Commerce is starting a program to raise funds for a Newport Beach
Firemen's Grill which consists of a trailer and barbecue. He stated that
this would be given to the Fire Department to be used throughout the
community. He emphasized that the $12,000 to $15,000 will be raised
entirely through private funds and that donations can be given by calling
729 -4400.
Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg announced that the first candidate's forum will
be held at 9:30 a.m. on August 17 at 106 Crystal on Little Balboa Island.
He invited everyone to attend.
Council Member Heffernan announced that the Airport Working Group
(AWG) presented an expenditure summary to the City. He reported that,
at the July 9, 2002, Council meeting, a request was made to AWG and
Citizens for Jobs and the Economy (CJ &E) to submit an expenditure
summary to report how those groups spent the money previously allocated
by Council. He stated that AWG received $3.6 million and CJ &E received
$300,000. He indicated that AWG's report was submitted on July 31, 2002,
to the City Manager. Mayor Ridgeway noted that the City will be
conducting an audit on the reports, but it will not be prepared or ready for
about a month. Council Member Heffernan stated that the two steps
include the statement that is submitted by the group and the independent
audit by the City to verify that the statement is accurate. He indicated
that he is now commenting on AWG's numbers and reported that AWG
spent about $3,572,000. He noted that this was approved May 2001 by
Council on a 6 -1 vote, with himself casting the dissenting vote, and that
there was a subcommittee of this Council which consisted of Council
Members Glover, Proctor, and himself. He stated that Bruce Nestande and
Dave Ellis made the presentation to substantiate this grant. He reported
that there was no budget, no line item, no work plan, or no competing bid,
but the bid was approved. He pointed out that Bruce Nestande was paid
$332,415, the law firm in which Barbara Liebman is a member (Cheveliar,
Allen & Lichman) was paid $330,134, and Dave Ellis & Associates LLC
was paid $458,062. He noted that over $1,120,000, which represents over
31% of the grant, was spent on these three groups. He believed there was
lack of due diligence when this grant was approved and feels it is peculiar
that the three groups got such a large proportion of the grant.
Council Member Adams reported that the agreement with AWG and CJ &E
required an audit. Council Member Heffernan stated that he is reporting
on who got large portions of the money.
Council Member Glover reported that, on February 12, 2002, the City
Council decided not to sue over any matters relative to Measure W, noting
that the election was March 5, 2002. She stated that the City also decided
to inform AWG and CJ &E not to spend any more money from their grants
received from the City and that City Attorney Burnham was told to tell
AWG and CJ &E not to spend any more of their grant money. She
explained that the reason Council did this was to garner and keep support
from many factions for the Board of Supervisors vote on February 26 to
sign the John Wayne Airport (JWA) Settlement Agreement. She stated
that she went out and told the E1 Toro Re -use Planning Authority
(ETRPA), the corridor cities, Congressman Cox, the Board of Supervisors
(including Supervisors Wilson and Spitzer), and the Orange County
Congressional Delegation of the path Council had taken to not spend any
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money on litigation on El Toro matters and/or Measure W issues, and that
the City was not spending any more money on any El Toro issues. She
indicated that she did this because of the direction of Council at the
February 12 meeting. Council Member Glover emphasized that she put
her name and reputation on the line, as well as the reputation of the City
on the line. She stated that she could never have gotten the Settlement
Agreement signed without getting the support of the above parties. She
indicated that much of the support was based on the fact that the City was
not spending funds on E1 Toro or Measure W. She pointed out that
Newport Beach has to be a City where people can trust the City, staff, and
Council since it is Council and staff who represent the City. Council
Member Glover stated that, if any bills were incurred by CJ &E and AWG
after February 12, Council is not responsible for them because the City
Attorney informed them not to spend any more money. She believed that
the respective organizations should pay those funds back because the City
Attorney was instructed to tell those respective groups that no more of the
public's money was to be spent. She stated that, if any checks were cut by
the City for AWG and CJ &E after February 12, 2002, the appropriate staff
who authorized them should provide statements as to why such checks
were cut. She noted that the JWA Settlement Agreement is signed and
they went out in good faith to get support. She stated that, if staff, AWG,
or CJ &E spent monies after February 12, 2002, that needs to be addressed
by Council since it was without authorization by Council. She indicated
that they are out telling people what Newport Beach represents and what
it is doing, and if the City has staff handing out checks while Council is
telling everyone we are not spending anything, then they are tearing down
the reputation of the City and those who are going out. She noted that
they testified in front of the Board of Supervisors and visited the groups
and told them certain things. Council Member Glover emphasized that the
Settlement Agreement is signed and believed that anyone who has
participated in this endeavor and has not followed those rules has
tarnished the City of Newport Beach and the system.
Mayor Ridgeway emphasized that, until there is an audit, accusations are
premature. He reminded everyone on Council that, when the original
grant was made in 2001, it was at the behest of the Board of Supervisors
and noted that part of it was to support the JWA Settlement Agreement.
Mayor Ridgeway noted that there is a number of events for September 11
and announced that Be the Cause will be holding an 11K Walk for Hope on
September 8 along Bolsa Chica State Beach. He indicated that the Walk
for Hope will raise money for several charities, including orphan centers,
health care facilities, and humanitarian causes in Afghanistan, New York,
and Orange County. He stated that people can call 654 -3881 for more
information.
I. CONSENT CALENDAR
READING OF MINUTES/ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
1. MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR AND REGULAR
MEETING OF JULY 23, 2002. 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
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ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION
3. Removed at the request of Council Member Adams.
4. IMPLEMENTATION OF 3 % @50 RETIREMENT FOR POLICE
EMPLOYEES. Introduce Ordinance No. 2002 -16 authorizing an
Amendment to the Contract Between the City and the Board of
Administration of the California Public Employees' Retirement System,
and pass to second reading on August 27, 2002.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
5. Removed at the request of an audience member.
6. Removed at the request of Council Member Heffernan.
7. Removed at the request of Council Member Heffernan.
8. RELEASE OF BONDS FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS - TRACT
NO. 15332 - EASTERLY SIDE OF JAMBOREE ROAD BETWEEN
FORD ROAD AND BISON AVENUE (DEVELOPER - PACIFIC BAY
HOMES). 1) Approve the improvement plans and specifications and
accept the public improvements constructed in conjunction with Tract
No. 15332; 2) authorize the City Clerk to release the faithful performance
bonds for on -site improvements, Ford Road and Jamboree Road off -site
improvements (Bond Nos. 5907684, 5907685 & 5907686 respectively); and
3) authorize the City Clerk to release the labor and materials bonds for on-
site improvements and Ford Road and Jamboree Road off -site
improvements (Bond Nos. 5907684, 5907685 and 5907686 respectively) in
six months, provided no claims have been filed.
9. RELEASE OF BONDS FOR NONSTANDARD IMPROVEMENTS -
TRACT NO. 15387 - EASTERLY SIDE OF JAMBOREE ROAD
BETWEEN FORD ROAD AND BISON AVENUE (DEVELOPER -
PACIFIC BAY HOMES). 1) Approve an Agreement with One Ford Road
Homeowners Association for construction and maintenance of non-
standard curbs, gutters, sidewalks, guard house, landscape, and gate
improvements in Lot E (Southern Hills Drive) and tree landscape in Lot H
(Troon Drive) in the private streets constructed with Tract No. 15387;
2) authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Agreement and direct
the City Clerk to have the Agreement recorded with the Orange County
Recorder; 3) approve an Agreement with One Ford Road Homeowners
Association for construction and maintenance of non - standard wood fence,
pilasters, freestanding fountains, and landscape improvements in a sewer
easement located in Lot 11 of Tract 15387 and Parcel 4 of Lot Line
Adjustment 99 -04 constructed with Tract No. 15387; 4) authorize the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Agreement and direct the City Clerk
to have the Agreement recorded with the Orange County Recorder;
5) approve the improvement plans and specifications and accept the public
improvements constructed in conjunction with Tract No. 15387;
6) authorize the City Clerk to release the faithful performance bond for on-
site improvements (Bond No. 5907679); and 7) authorize the City Clerk to
release the labor and material bond for on -site improvements (Bond
No. 5907679) in six months provided no claims have been filed.
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C -563
Retirement for
Police Employees
(38/66)
Tract 15332
Public
Improvements
(TRM 15332)
Tract 15387
Non - Standard
Improvemetns
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10.
RELEASE OF BONDS FOR NONSTANDARD IMPROVEMENTS —
TRACT NO. 15388 — EASTERLY SIDE OF JAMBOREE ROAD
BETWEEN FORD ROAD AND BISON AVENUE (DEVELOPER —
PACIFIC BAY HOMES). 1) Approve an Agreement with One Ford Road
Homeowners Association for the construction and maintenance of non-
standard landscape improvements, landscape lighting, area drain
improvements, and appurtenances in a sewer easement in Lot L and Lot
M, and for decorative paving in Lot H (Gleneagles Drive) in Tract
No. 15388; 2) authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
Agreement and direct the City Clerk to have the Agreement recorded with
the Orange County Recorder; 3) approve an Agreement with One Ford
Road Homeowners Association for construction and maintenance of non-
standard landscape improvements, landscape lighting, area drain
improvements, and appurtenances in a sewer easement in Lot 62 and Lot
63 in Tract No. 15388; 4) authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
the Agreement and direct the City Clerk to have the Agreement recorded
with the Orange County Recorder; 5) approve the improvement plans and
specifications and accept the public improvements constructed in
conjunction with Tract No. 15388; 6) authorize the City Clerk to release the
faithful performance bond for on -site improvements (Bond No. 5907680);
and 7) authorize the City Clerk to release the labor and material bond for
on -site improvements (Bond No. 5907680) in six months provided no claims
have been filed.
11. RELEASE OF BONDS FOR NONSTANDARD IMPROVEMENTS —
TRACT NO. 15389 — EASTERLY SIDE OF JAMBOREE ROAD
BETWEEN FORD ROAD AND BISON AVENUE (DEVELOPER —
PACIFIC BAY HOMES). 1) Approve an agreement with One Ford Road
Homeowners Association for construction and maintenance of non-
standard decorative street paving in the private streets constructed with
Tract No. 15389; 2) authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the
Agreement and direct the City Clerk to have the Agreement recorded with
the Orange County Recorder; 3) approve the improvement plans and
specifications and accept the public improvements constructed in
conjunction with Tract No. 15389; 4) authorize the City Clerk to release the
faithful performance bond for on -site improvements (Bond No. 5907681);
and 5) authorize the City Clerk to release the labor and material bond for
on -site improvements (Bond No. 5907681) in six months provided no claims
have been filed.
12. RELEASE OF BONDS FOR NONSTANDARD IMPROVEMENTS —
TRACT NO. 15390 — EASTERLY SIDE OF JAMBOREE ROAD
BETWEEN FORD ROAD AND BISON AVENUE (DEVELOPER —
PACIFIC BAY HOMES). 1) Approve an Encroachment Agreement with
One Ford Road Homeowners Association for construction and maintenance
of non - standard decorative street paving in Tract No. 15390; 2) authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Agreement and direct the City
Clerk to have the Agreement recorded with the Orange County Recorder;
3) approve the improvement plans and specifications and accept the public
improvements constructed in conjunction with Tract No. 15390;
4) authorize the City Clerk to release the faithful performance bond for on-
site improvements (Bond No. 5907682); and 5) authorize the City Clerk to
release the labor and material bond for on -site improvements (Bond
No. 5907682) in six months provided no claims have been filed.
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Non - Standard
Improvements
(TRM 15388)
Tract 15389
Non - Standard
Improvements
(TRM 15389)
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Non - Standard
Improvements
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13. RELEASE OF BONDS FOR NONSTANDARD IMPROVEMENTS —
TRACT NO. 15391 — EASTERLY SIDE OF JAMBOREE ROAD
BETWEEN FORD ROAD AND BISON AVENUE (DEVELOPER —
PACIFIC BAY HOMES). 1) Approve an agreement with One Ford Road
Homeowners Association for construction and maintenance of non-
standard landscape improvements, wrought iron fence, pilasters, lighting,
and appurtenances in the sewer easement in Lot 31 constructed with Tract
No. 15391; 2) authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
Agreement and direct the City Clerk to have the Agreement recorded with
the Orange County Recorder; 3) approve the improvement plans and
specifications and accept the public improvements constructed in
conjunction with Tract No. 15391; 4) authorize the City Clerk to release the
faithful performance bond for on -site improvements (Bond No. 5907683);
and 5) authorize the City Clerk to release the labor and material bond for
on -site improvements (Bond No. 5907683) in six months provided no claims
have been filed.
14. FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE 1997 CITY -OCFA (ORANGE
COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY) ANNEXATION AGREEMENT
REGARDING PROPERTIES IN THE NEWPORT COAST. Authorize
the Mayor to execute the 1-t Amendment to the 1997 City -OCFA
Annexation Agreement.
MISCELLANEOUS ACTIONS
15. APPROVAL OF "TASTE OF NEWPORT" BANNERS. Conditionally
approve the request of Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce for the
installation of 217 banners, from the 21st of August to the 20th of September
2002 with the installation along Jamboree Road, MacArthur Boulevard,
Westcliff Drive, San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Center Drive East/West
and Newport Center Drive.
16. BUDGET AMENDMENT TO INCREASE FY 2003 BUDGET FOR
THE LITERACY SERVICES DIVISION FUNDED BY DONATIONS
DEPOSITED IN LIBRARY FOUNDATION LIABILITY ACCOUNT.
Approve BA -001 in the amount of $25,200.
17. APPOINTMENT TO THE AVIATION COMMITTEE FROM THE
NEWPORT COAST. Confirm the appointment of Judith B. Whitmore as
the Newport Coast's representative to the Newport Beach Aviation
Committee.
18. Removed at the request of Council Member Adams.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg to approve the Consent Calendar, except
for those items removed (3, 5, 6, 7, and 18).
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, O'Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
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Non - Standard
Improvements
(TRM 15391)
C -3175
Annexation
Agreement/
Newport Coast
(38)
"Taste of
Newport"
Banners
(74)
BA -001
Literacy Services
Division
(40/50)
Aviation Committee
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3. VEHICLE CODE ENFORCEMENT WITHIN JASMINE PARK.
Council Member Adams reported that this involves a gated community
that, after utilizing traffic control devices, will have Police patrolling it. He
indicated that he had concerns that this would negatively impact the Police
Department and set a precedence if this is not being done in other
homeowners associations. He reported that this is being done in about ten
gated communities now and that the Police Department feels it will not be
a significant imposition on their resources.
Motion by Council Member O'Neil to introduce Ordinance
No. 2002 -15 authorizing application of California Vehicle Code to Private
Roads in the Jasmine Park Development, and pass to second reading on
August 27, 2002.
Council Member Adams clarified that this is strictly for traffic enforcement
within Jasmine Park. City Manager Bludau reported that the Police
currently enters all gated communities and private associations only for
crime enforcement, but not for traffic.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote
Ayes: Heffernan, O'Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
5. AGREEMENT FOR COIN- OPERATED VIEWERS ON CITY
PROPERTY (contd. from 7/9/02 & 7/23/02).
Gary Gardhouse, Carden Coin Telescopes, 3450 State Street, Corona,
stated that he received via email the letter that the City Manager sent
Council. He took issue with the letter stating that his product only allows
for single -eye viewing, was harder to see through, and that 1/3 of the
telescopes were not working. Noting that the letter states that there are
pictures of cracked and scratched lenses, he indicated that the telescopes
have 1/ -inch glass over the lenses. He stated that Tower Optical
Company's binoculars allow for two minutes of viewing, but reported that
he can change their timers from 1'/2 minutes to two minutes. Regarding
Huntington Beach's telescopes being recently painted, he indicated that the
chemical he uses to cover graffiti turns the paint light pink. He added that
scopes are taken to the shop if there is vulgarity. He stated that the letter
also mentions downtime, but clarified that this has only happened once in
22 years. He stated that his health concern issue from the previous
meeting about coughing on them was a common sense statement. He noted
that the City Manager recommends that both eyes be opened; however, he
spoke with his optometrist who told him that no two eyes are identical,
binoculars will focus on the dominant eye, and a telescope focuses on the
eye that is being used. Mr. Gardhouse expressed concern that the City will
be paying a 40% transportation fee which could amount to $376.36 if all six
needed to be transported. He noted that he has never charged a
transportation fee in 55 years. He stated that Tower's annual gross is
estimated at $7,767, but his company's revenue for 2000 was $9,992.75,
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Enforcement/
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and was $10,591.75 the year before removing them from the pier. He
reported that the City and he have lost $3,022 since the pier has reopened.
He concluded by showing a book that Orange County generated in which
the cover has a picture of his telescope in Corona del Mar.
Mayor Ridgeway agreed that the 40% transport fee is unreasonable,
especially since the City has never paid this fee on any previous equipment.
He asked that the contract be modified to pay no transport fee. He stated
that he believes this is a state -of- the -art change, there is more reliability,
and the issue of health will be addressed.
Motion by Council Member O'Neil to authorize the Mayor to execute a
License Agreement with Tower Optical Company, Inc. for the operation of
coin operated binocular viewers at various locations within the City of
Newport Beach, but have the 40% transport fee removed from the
agreement.
Mayor Ridgeway stated that, if Tower does not agree to the transport
charges being deleted, this will need to come back to Council.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote
Ayes: Heffernan, O'Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
6. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
LIDO ISLE BRIDGE REPAIR (C- 3538).
7. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
THE BRIDGE SEISMIC RETROFIT ANALYSIS (C- 3531).
Council Member Heffernan asked if $1 million is an adequate amount for
errors and omissions insurance as noted in both the contracts. Public
Works Director Badum reported that the $1 million insurance is standard
in the industry and typical of projects this size. City Manager Bludau
believed that the insurance varies based on the scope of the project.
Council Member Adams asked if the Risk Manager looks at all the
contracts. Mr. Badum stated that, when they get insurance documents
from contractors or consultants, they are typically sent to the Risk
Manager for her review.
Jim Hildreth, Grand Canal, believed that the seismic retrofit should be
done prior to the cosmetic work on the Lido Isle Bridge, just like the main
bridge onto Balboa Island. He stated that having the bridge work done
prior to a seismic retrofit may be a waste of money. Regarding the
pedestrian path, he expressed concern that the spacing is too wide and that
people wearing heels may get stuck. He stated that the main bridge on
Balboa Island has cantilevers over the side and asked if this will be done
with the other bridges under consideration. He added that the side of the
seawall on the Grand Canal bridge fell off due to underground construction
work and asked if this will be taken into consideration when it is evaluated
for seismic retrofit. He stated that the cracks have been hidden since the
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bridge was painted. He indicated that he was told that the
conducted on the bridge states it was safe for construction.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Brombere to approve a Professional
Services Agreement with Han - Padron Associates, in the amount of $40,000
and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement
(Item No. 6).
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, O Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Bromber¢ to approve a Professional
Services Agreement with Dokken Engineering in the amount of
$132,697.97 and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the
Agreement (Item No. 7).
The motion carried by the following roll call vote
Ayes: Heffernan, O'Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
18. BUDGET AMENDMENT TO RE- APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE
BALBOA PENINSULA SIGN AMORTIZATION & INCENTIVE
PROGRAM.
Council Member Adams stated that he is supportive of the action. He
reported that the City is offering to pay for the professional removal and
disposal of non - conforming signs, the design of up to three signs in
conformance with the new sign ordinance, and the fabrication and
installation of the replacement sign on a first -come, first -served basis. He
stated that there is a waiting list and that the $50,000 only takes care of
five of the 434 legally non - conforming signs and 313 illegal signs. He asked
if it would be possible to do partial funding of more signs instead of full
funding for five signs. Assistant City Manager Wood stated that this is
written into the ordinance.
Council Member Adams asked how the businesses are chosen. Ms. Wood
indicated that it is on a first -come, first -served basis; however, some
members of the Planning Commission are hopeful that staff will take some
pro - active efforts with some of the signs on the Peninsula that are the most
offensive to people.
Motion by Council Member Adams to authorize a budget amendment
(BA -002) transferring $50,000 from General Fund unappropriated reserves
to Account 7014- C2700701.
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Sign Amortization and
Incentive Program
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The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, O'Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
K. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Barbara Lichman, Executive Director of the Airport Working Group, took
issue with the statements made by Council Members Heffernan and
Glover. She indicated that there was a detailed budget and proposal, and
that the budget included a certain amount for legal fees and public
relations. She added that the budget was created before they knew how
much Irvine and ETRPA would spend. She reported that Irvine spent
$1,552,000 and ETRPA spent $2 million in attorney fees. She noted that
AWG spent $257,511 for three lawyers, which only represents 7.3% of what
the adversaries spent. She added that the City also requested that AWG
have an attorney who could approve all publications for compliance with
election laws. She reported that AWG only spent $79,729 and that the
other $250,000 was a deposit in her firm's trust account and has only been
spent to further the acceptance of the JWA Settlement Agreement. She
stated that the remaining funds spent by AWG on litigation came from
donations from its members. She noted that most of Council was not
involved in the airport issue when this started, except for Council Member
Proctor. She stated that, prorating the $79,729 over 20 years, it comes to
$80 /month. She believed that the City should be grateful that it has
citizens who are so devoted and loyal to the community.
Tom Naughton, President of the Airport Working Group, stated that
tonight's allegations disturbed him because they are in the process of
having an audit. He indicated that he approved every invoice and stated to
Council that his books are open. He believed that, after a year, alleging
that something has been done outside the purview of Council is uncalled
for.
Jim Hildreth, Grand Canal, believed that Harbor Resources Director
Melum's office should be audited because he is still looking for documents
he has requested. He indicated that a letter he received from Wes Armand
in 1998 stated that he discovered that the mooring was approved at this
location by the City in 1976 and is listed as a pier permit. He believed that
Mr. Armand must have seen documents. He added that the documents he
received from Assistant City Manager Kiff were from the Revenue
Department and are only from 1994 to 2000. He noted that the letter
dated March 13, 2001, said that any document from June 24, 1976, is likely
part of a series of documents currently being microfilmed by a publication
service. He believed that everything points to the documents existing. He
stated that he would like to see the City Manager conduct an audit on Mr.
Melum since he did not know him prior to working here. Mr. Hildreth
stated that he would like to know where the document is that Mr. Melum's
supervisor, David Harschbarger, signed in 1976. He believed that Mr.
Melum knows that the document exists.
Kay Mortenson stated that she is speaking on behalf of Ron Baers who
could not attend tonight. She submitted his petitions for new Main Street
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trees from the Balboa Inn to the Balboa Pavilion that were signed by 177
residents and merchants. She noted that Mr. Baers was not able to pick up
all the petitions but will continue to gather them and turn them into the
City. She stated that they want to go on record that the merchants and
residents are informed about the Balboa Village Revitalization Plan and
have signed the petition. She commended Mr. Baers' on his design and
Principal Civil Engineer Stein who was in charge of Phase I. She noted
that the response to Phase I has been positive and appreciated.
Alan Goode stated that he received several letters from the City that he
may or may not have Code violations at his 87 Old Course Drive property.
He expressed concern that he is not sure what to disclose in a real estate
disclosure statement. He added that he bought property in the Castaways
area, but escrow was held up and be almost lost his loan because the City
required that the developer remove the front porches. He noted that one
development made them remove the concrete while it was permitted in
another development. He asked for a letter relating to his property which
tells him whether he is or is not in violation. City Manager Bludau asked
that Mr. Goode provide him with his name and telephone number, so the
appropriate staff member could contact him.
Susan McFadden, 444 Prospect Street, stated that she has a barking dog
issue and noted that she has gone through the proper channels but nothing
has been resolved for four years. She believed that the system is not
working. She noted that the municipal code addresses noisy animals in
Chapter 7.20.010, loud and unreasonable noise in Chapter 10.28.007, and
violations of municipal codes in Chapter 1.04.010. She asked why the
codes are not enforced. She reported that the dog barks from 11 p.m. to 3
or 4 a.m. She stated that the Police Department informed her that it was
not their job to enforce municipal codes and, since the issue is in mediation,
they will not go out. She added that Animal Control also told her they
cannot go out since it is in mediation. She believed that the dog owners
should be fined which will generate more revenue for the City. Mayor
Ridgeway directed Ms. McFadden to contact the City Manager and Code
Enforcement Officer Sinasek. Ms. McFadden indicated that the codes work
in Redondo Beach. Mayor Ridgeway suggested that she provide the City
Manager with copies of their codes.
L. ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
Council Member Glover stated that the Board of Supervisors, the City,
AWG, and Stop Polluting Our Newport (SPON) signed the JWA Settlement
Agreement. She indicated that their intent is to take it to Washington,
D.C. to have it reviewed by the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA). She
noted that the City is not asking them to take a stance or make comments,
but is just asking them to review it so they are familiar with it. She added
that they will also be taking it to the Airport Transport Association (ATA).
She added that they are also putting together a letter that will be sent to
all of the Orange County delegation and possibly the delegations of Los
Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties to get congressional
support for the agreement. Council Member Glover noted that JWA
operates differently than other airports in that it is a slotted airport. She
stated that every year Mr. Murphy, head of JWA, sends out letters defining
the slots. She noted that his letter this year uses the new configurations
based on the Settlement Agreement. She believed that this approach will
help them determine how the airlines feel about the Settlement
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Agreement.
Council Member Heffernan reported that there previously was a study
session scheduled to discuss Newport Coast issues associated with the pre -
annexation agreement. He indicated that some of the City's obligations
were to be assumed and performed starting January 1, 2002. He stated
that the City is trying to better its position and costs. He noted that one of
the issues is the slope maintenance issue and what the City assumed were
its obligations versus the opinions of the Newport Coast Advisory
Committee relative to area and cost. He indicated that the City is trying to
define its costs and will be coming back at a study session. He emphasized
that the City is not trying to delay what it agreed to, but wants to better
define what it believes the details are. He stated that it was premature to
have tonight's study session.
M. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA AND ORAL STATUS REPORT
19. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA FOR AUGUST 8, 2002.
Regarding Item 1, Planning Director Temple stated that this was a request
to start the General Plan Amendment process for three lots on Balboa
Island on Agate Avenue. She indicated that this request will be coming
before Council at the next meeting. Regarding Items 2 and 3, she noted
that one was for a General Plan and Zoning Amendment, and the other
was for a Zoning District Map Amendment. She reported that the
Commission approved both items and that both will be coming back before
Council at the next meeting.
Ms. Temple stated that Item 4 was for a use permit for a proposed retail
wine sales and wine tasting business, The Taste of Napa. She reported
that the business has no room to add food preparation facilities, so they
had to send them back to Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) to refine their
ABC license. She stated that they received a Public Premises License
which is the type of license a bar receives. She indicated that the item was
continued to the next Commission meeting to allow staff and the applicant
to develop additional information.
Regarding Item 5, Ms. Temple stated that it was a request for a site plan
review to establish a grade on the property. She reported that the lot is at
street level in the front and alley level in the back; however, the center of
the lot is eight feet lower. She indicated that the Commission approved it,
but it can be called for Council review if desired.
In response to Council Member Glover's questions regarding Item 2,
Ms. Temple reported that the property is in Newport Shores, about three
lots off Coast Highway. She noted that the lots against the highway are
commercial lots and that the property, which currently has a house on it,
was zoned commercial. She stated that the request is to change it to
residential so the development becomes conforming and the property owner
could build a new residential structure.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg's questions regarding Item 1,
Ms. Temple reported that the proposal is in flux because of the limitation of
condominium approvals on Balboa Island. She stated that their request is
for R -1.5 zoning which would be covered by the two - family residential land
use category in the General Plan. However, there are questions relative to
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using two or three lots and whether they will be single family or duplex
dwellings. She confirmed that conversion condominiums and new
construction condominiums are prohibited on Balboa Island.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Brombere to receive and file the written
report.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, O'Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
N. PUBLIC HEARINGS
20. PACIFIC BAY HOMES (PA2001 -250) — ONE FORD ROAD — APPEAL
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION TO DENY A
REQUEST TO AMEND THE PLANNED COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO ALLOW THE INSTALLATION OF
INDEPENDENT KITCHEN FACILITIES WITHIN GUEST
COTTAGES. THE 11 PROPERTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE
REQUEST ARE IDENTIFIED AS PARCEL NOS. 1 THROUGH 8 (ON
TROON DRIVE) AND LOTS 9 AND 13 (ON TURNBERRY DRIVE)
OF TRACT MAP NO. 15387 AND LOT NO. 21 (ON HONORS DRIVE)
OF TRACT MAP NO. 15359 (contd. from 6/11/02 & 6/25/02).
Carmen Vali -Cave, Hogle - Ireland, stated that she is representing Pacific
Bay Homes and confirmed that she provided a letter stating that they are
withdrawing their appeal. Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg indicated that he is
willing to send this back to the Planning Commission for further studies
and parameters. Ms. Vali -Cave stated that the applicant only wants to put
in a wet bar in a guest cottage which includes a sink and under the counter
refrigerator, and noted that this was the only way it could be accomplished.
She emphasized that they are not planning to put in an entire kitchen.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Brombere to send the issue back to the
Planning Commission for parameters.
Mayor Ridgeway opened the public hearing.
Arabelle Brown asked what the motion does to the homeowners and noted
that they sent Council letters asking if this changes their zoning from R -1
to R -1.5. Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg indicated that he does not think
Council has the parameters to make a decision. He explained that the
motion is to have the Planning Commission dissect it further and added
that the residents will also get the chance to look at it more and testify. He
stated that, if this were to come back, it would not change the zoning for all
of One Ford Road. He assured Ms. Brown that Council will not put anyone
in harms way or do anything to decrease property values, and that no one
is making a decision right now. Ms. Brown stated that the Vice President
of Pacific Bay Homes told them that they were taking this off the table.
Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg reported that Pacific Bay did not know that he
was going to do this.
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John Freisinger asked if Council will be changing the zoning from R -1 to R.
1.5. Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg stated that he cannot imagine that the
zoning will change in One Ford Road; however, that does not mean it might
not change for the eight homes with guest cottages. He indicated that
nothing will happen without the Planning Commission looking at it and
probably Council looking at it again. Mr. Freisinger pointed out that there
are no guest houses on the existing properties, and that at least one of the
eight newer houses to have a guest house has been built. He believed that
the Planning Commission's staff report is quite extensive and asked
Council what questions they have. He noted that small portable kitchens
could almost suffice as a wet bar.
Council Member Glover stated that she will not support the motion. She
indicated that this is a situation in which the applicant wants to drop the
issue and believed that this is the wisest thing to do.
Mayor Ridgeway closed the public hearing.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: O'Neil, Bromberg, Adams, Proctor, Mayor Ridgeway
Noes: Heffernan and Glover
Abstain: None
Absent: None
21. HOAG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PRESBYTERIAN (PA2002 -038) —
ONE HOAG DRIVE — REQUEST TO AMEND THE HOAG
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PRESBYTERIAN PLANNED COMMUNITY
(PC -38) DEVELOPMENT CRITERIA AND DISTRICT
REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO FLOOR AREAS THAT APPLY
TOWARDS THE ESTABLISHED MAXIMUM DEVELOPMENT
ALLOCATION. THE APPLICANT SEEKS TO EXEMPT FLOOR
AREAS THAT ARE: 1) USED TO HOUSE STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS
AS A RESULT OF MANDATES BY OTHER GOVERNMENTAL
AGENCIES; AND 2) USED TO ENCLOSE THE ROOFTOP
MECHANICAL LEVEL. BOTH OF THESE AREAS ARE NOT
REGULARLY OCCUPIED BY HUMAN ACTIVITY (contd. from
7/9/02).
Council Member O'Neil recused himself since his law firm provides legal
services to Hoag Hospital.
Council Member Adams stated that he expressed concerns at the last
hearing, contacted staff after reading this staff report, and received a can
from the applicant to see if he had any comments on the staff report.
Referencing the second to last paragraph on page 4 of the staff report, he
believed that the applicant brings a legitimate case to Council since the
rules changed, mainly the seismic requirements, after the entitlement was
given. Further, they offered to enclose the roof top, which has an aesthetic
benefit. However, he feels they should not get anything more from the
original entitlement through this action. He stated that he is supportive of
applying this to the specific building plans, but expressed concern that this
will be applied to the entire Planned Community Text without knowing
what the impacts are going to be to future buildings. He indicated that this
action should only be limited to the buildings that have been presented to
Council and, if the applicant wants to come back to Council and make the
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same case for future buildings, he could. Council Member Adams noted
that there will be additional enclosed space that is necessary to
accommodate the seismic structures; however, he expressed concern that
the empty spaces will be turned into storage areas or other uses. He stated
that, if he were to support this, he would like to see language that prohibits
the use of this space for virtually anything other than human access to the
mechanical systems. He explained that, if storage takes place in these
areas, it may free up square footage in the balance of the building that
could be utilized for uses that may have traffic - related impacts or other
impacts associated with additional square footage.
Council Member Heffernan noted that he was a former Hoag Hospital
Board Member, but pointed out that the whole health care business is
changing and hospitals are going out of business. He added that this is a
business that has funded itself and that he is reluctant to constrict future
development or limit it to this one project. He believed that the City
should do anything it can to encourage Hoag Hospital to provide health
care to the community, especially given the extreme cost of doing this. He
stated that he would be in favor of focusing on the massing limits that are
already in the development plan, even though they can be larger in scale
without changing the massing that is already part of the development plan.
He believed that this request only adds square footage to existing facilities.
He reported that Hoag is not only required to get approval from the City
but also from the Office of Statewide Health and Planning Development
(OSHPOD) which governs all hospital facilities.
Mayor Ridgeway opened the public hearing.
Pete Foulke, Executive Vice President of Hoag Hospital, stated that he
understands Council Member Adams' concerns and understands Council
Member Heffernan's comments. He emphasized that the hospital is here to
serve the community and provide health care, not to make money for itself
or the stock holders. He stated that health care needs are expanding but
there is no plan for hospitals. He indicated that this is left to the
institutions to make those decisions. He noted that planning hospital
needs and getting it through all the regulatory bodies are difficult
processes. He emphasized that they narrowed the scope of what they had
asked for to only identifying the areas in which seismic bracing is needed
and enclosing the roof.
Council Member Glover stated that she received calls from a women's
group and asked if Hoag Hospital conducts breast cancer research.
Mr. Foulke indicated that they do some cancer research, but it is
considered applied research, not university -style research. She reported
that the women's group informed her that Orange County has more
females who die from breast cancer than any other county in California.
Mr. Foulke agreed that Orange County has a higher than average
incidence of breast cancer, but no one is sure why.
Council Member Adams indicated that he is a supporter of Hoag Hospital
and that he does not want to suggest anything that will unduly affect the
hospital. He asked if the hospital would be opposed to expanding the
language to prohibit the use of the subject floor area for storage or any
other purposes involving general or routine occupancy. Mr. Foulke
indicated that this would not be difficult, but noted that they may need a
place to store spare parts for the mechanical equipment. Council Member
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Adams stated that storage can only be related to the mechanical
equipment. Regarding his concern about applying this to the entire
Planned Community Text versus just the buildings in question, Mr. Foulke
confirmed that it would be an imposition on the planning and approval
process. He stated that, if they knew what the allocations were, they could
do the design within the limits. However, if they had to keep coming back
for approvals, it would make it a more complex and difficult process.
Council Member Adams expressed concern about the integrity of the
process. He noted that the hospital went through a long entitlement
process that included discussions about massing and other issues. He
believed that they are now asking for something that makes sense but can
potentially undo the previous decision- making process without knowing the
implications. Mr. Foulke stated that this is one of the reasons they
narrowed the scope and the definition of what they are asking for.
Mayor Ridgeway stated that he had concerns at the last meeting because
the report did not have adequate information about traffic generated for all
the phases. He indicated that the hospital has analyzed this and
emphasized that there are restraints on the development. He noted that
the hospital has a maximum number of allocable trip ends (1,856 p.m. peak
trips) and, once it is reached, it has reached its square footage. He believed
that Council Member Adams' concerns have been addressed in the
limitations on the ultimate build out based on trip ends.
Council Member Adams expressed concern with the statement in the staff
report that "It is difficult to ascertain at this point what the net affect
would be especially in the lower campuses since many of the other projects
are still being designed." Mr. Foulke stated that this was an issue when
they first went through the process because they do not know what the
designs are for the buildings or its functions at this time. Council Member
Adams asked what discretionary approval is required by the City for new
structures. Mr. Foulke stated that there is none because this process was
included in the development agreement.
John Chamberlain, 260 Cagney Lane, stated that he has a tape of the last
meeting. He asked that Council Member Heffernan recuse himself since
the bias has been evident and supported by Mr. Foulke. Mayor Ridgeway
stated that everyone has biases, but Council does not recuse themselves for
the biases. Mr. Chamberlain objected to this hearing because the tape
indicated that Council required that the applicant give notice and that it
would be done for tonight's hearing; however, no new notice was sent. He
added that he also objects to the notice that the Planning Commission
mailed because the vicinity map included nothing about the emergency
room. He indicated that this was mentioned at the Commission meeting
and at the Council meeting. He noted that the hospital is talking about
two areas and that a new notice would have given them the opportunity to
correct or explain what the notice meant. He indicated that the emergency
room is important because it was approved by a prior Council through a
negative declaration and that there was supposed to be no impact;
however, the hospital community and State were aware of impending
closures of other emergency rooms. He stated that this would have
produced a traffic problem and there would not have been a negative
declaration. He reported that, when Hoag's expanded emergency room was
opened, the local emergency rooms closed immediately and traffic was
increased at Hoag. He indicated that these are the concerns the residents
have. He stated that, in a sense of fairness, this should be exposed and the
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public should be given the same chance they had ten years ago. Mayor
Ridgeway indicated that they cannot revisit previous negative declarations
or the development agreement because it was an action by a previous
Council. He added that the impact issue on this project as it relates to
emergency rooms has not been addressed.
Regarding Mayor Ridgeway's questions, Planning Director Temple believed
that there has not been any physical change to the emergency room in
many years. She stated that, if the original emergency room predates the
Planned Community District and development agreement, it could have
been done by a negative declaration. Regarding noticing, she stated that
she spoke with the City Clerk and discovered that there was an inordinate
number of returns from the last hearing, even though they received almost
no returns from the Planning Commission hearing. She indicated that the
City Clerk took the returned notices that did not have an expired
forwarding address, put them into envelopes, and remailed them. City
Clerk Harkless indicated that a majority of those mailings were also
returned because the addresses were insufficient. Ms. Temple noted that
all the unit numbers were on the labels and that they rely on the assessor
records for this information. Ms. Harkless reported that over 100 notices
were returned due to insufficient addresses. She added that the Planning
Department checked the addresses and felt they were sufficient.
Ms. Temple believed that about 500 notices were mailed.
Suzanne Chamberlain, 260 Cagney Lane, stated that there is no question
about the number of notices mailed, but the quality of the notices since it
did not properly address many issues. She noted that Mr. Foulke indicated
that there were issues regarding perspective changes, not past changes,
that would involve the emergency room facility. She emphasized that an
emergency room facility has a large impact on any community.
Mayor Ridgeway closed the public hearing.
Motion by Council Member Adams to introduce Ordinance No. 2002 -17
regarding approval of Planned Community Development Text Amendment
2002 -001, as amended to include a stipulation that the excluded areas not
be used for storage or other purposes involving general or routine
occupancy and that the request only be applied to the specific buildings in
which plans have been submitted and relief for future buildings would have
to come before the Planning Commission, and pass to second reading on
August 27, 2002.
The motion died due to a lack of a second.
Motion by Council Member Proctor to introduce Ordinance No. 2002-
17 regarding approval of Planned Community Development Text
Amendment 2002.001, as amended to include a stipulation that the
excluded areas not be used for storage or other purposes involving general
or routine occupancy, and pass to second reading on August 27, 2002.
Council Member Heffernan requested clarification from the City Attorney
regarding the conflict of interest concern. City Attorney Burnham stated
that he does not believe the comments by Mr. Foulke create a basis for
recusal. Further, he does not believe Council Member Heffernan's prior
involvement on the Hoag Hospital Board creates a basis since he is no
longer on the Board.
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Mayor Ridgeway stated that Council is trying to keep the hospital a
responsible citizen to the community and noted that they serve a larger
constituency. He reported that the City is concerned about traffic and
stated that he heard that the hospital will be coming back to Council
regarding the emergency room.
Assistant City Manager Wood reported that Section III (Definitions) of the
ordinance needs to be amended so that "As applied to new construction
permits issued on or after August 13, 2002," only be added to the beginning
of items 3 and 4.
Council Member Proctor amended his motion to include the
amendment to Section III.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, Bromberg, Glover, Proctor, Mayor Ridgeway
Noes: Adams
Abstain: O'Neil
Absent: None
22. CORONA DEL MAR BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
RENEWAL: PUBLIC HEARING AND LEVYING OF ASSESSMENTS
FOR 2002 -2003 FISCAL YEAR.
Senior Planner Berger reported that the City has not received any written
protests from any member of the Business Improvement District (BID).
Mayor Ridgeway opened the public hearing.
Donald Glasgow, Chairman of the Corona del Mar BID, thanked Council
and staff for its support the last six years, especially Council Members
Glover and O Neil for being there since the beginning. He noted that
California lost a great person, Chick Hearn, last week. He stated that, in
his passing, there were several things said about community. He indicated
that when he first came to Corona del Mar, it was a non - personal
community, but now the community has come together with the help of
Vision 2004.
Mayor Ridgeway closed the public hearing.
Council Member O'Neil stated that the CdM BID is one of the oldest BIDS
in the City and is well organized and supported by the residential
community, as well as the business community.
Motion by Council Member O'Neil to adopt Resolution No. 2002 -54
confirming the levying of assessments since the protests represented less
than 50 percent of the total assessment amount.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, O Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
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23. RESOLUTION NO. 2002 -55 AND MEMORANDUM OF
C -3590
UNDERSTANDING (MOU) RELATING TO SANTA ANA HEIGHTS,
Res 2002 -55
BAY KNOLLS, AND EMERSON /CHURCHILL ANNEXATIONS.
Santa Ana Heights,
Bay Knolls, and
Council Member Adams stated that he was delighted to see movement by
Emerson/Churchill
the County to participate significantly in the fire station issue.
Annexations
(21/38)
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem. Bromberg to 1) adopt Resolution No. 2002-
55 related to a property tax exchange agreement for the City's pending
annexation of three unincorporated areas between Newport Beach and
Costa Mesa; and 2) authorize the City Manager to enter into a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) substantially similar to the draft
MOU relating to the Santa Ana Heights Specific Plan and the City's
operation of a fire station in Santa Ana Heights.
Mr. Kiff stated that the resolution needs to be amended and that the
County will be adopting the resolution later this month. He indicated that
the amendment will basically state that, when the redevelopment project is
done in 2035, the property tax split could revert to the master property tax
split of 70% to the City and 30% to the County.
Mayor Pro Tern Bromberg amended his motion to include the
amendment to Resolution No. 2002 -55.
Derek Lesson stated that he appreciates the County and staff doing its
best to work out the differences. He indicated that Santa Ana Heights has
about $25 million left in its redevelopment fund. He noted that a lot of
projects have not been completed and asked that the City work hard to get
them done. He stated that many issues still need to be addressed, such as
getting a fire station at a good price with the redevelopment money.
Further, quieting down the aircrafts and holding John Wayne Airport
(JWA) to 8.4 million annual passengers also needs to be worked on and
asked that the City work harder on this. He believed that the City needs to
work twice as hard to improve the quality of life.
Mayor Ridgeway stated that the City already signed the Settlement
Agreement to increase the limits from 8.4 million to 9.8 million annual
passengers in order to extend the JWA Settlement Agreement to 2015.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, O'Neil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
24. BALBOA VILLAGE DESIGN GUIDELINES.
Res 2002 -56
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Assistant City Manager Wood reported that the action is to initiate the
Balboa Village
amendment to the zoning code.
Design Guid�:. .
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Motion by Council Member Glover to adopt Resolution No. 2002 -56 to
initiate the consideration of design guidelines for Specific Plan District #8
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Central Balboa, and refer to the
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
for public hearing.
Ayes: Heffernan, ONeil, Bromberg, Glover, Adams, Proctor, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
P. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION — None.
Q. ADJOURNMENT — 9:10 p.m
The agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on August 7, 2002, at 3:15 p.m on
the City Hall Bulletin Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach
Administration Building.
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