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City Council Minutes
Regular Meeting
October 12, 2004 - 7:00 p.m.
- 4:00 p.m
INDEX
CLOSED SESSION - 6:00 p.m.
A. RECESSED AND RECONVENED AT 7:00 P.M. FOR REGULAR
MEETING
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Heffernan, Rosansky, Bromberg, Webb, Daigle, Nichols, Mayor
Ridgeway
Absent: None
C. CLOSED SESSION REPORT - None
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member Nichols
E. INVOCATION - Jim de Boom, Executive Director, Newport Mesa Irvine
Interfaith Council.
F. PRESENTATIONS
Orange County Tobacco Use Coalition Presentation. Jim Walker, Vice
Chair of the Orange County Tobacco Use Coalition, presented a plaque
recognizing the City's vision and leadership in promoting a safe and healthy
smoke -free beach and pier environment. Linda Nichols, Earth Resource,
thanked the City for working with Earth Resource. She announced that a beach
clean -up entitled "Hold Onto Your Butt" would be taking place on October 16,
2004. Herm Perlmutter, Orange County Health Care Agency, commended and
congratulated the City for adopting the important health measure, and stated
that the agency will be available to provide assistance.
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):
Council Member Daigle requested that at a future Study Session, the
design of the Santa Ana Heights fire station and training tower be
agendized. She specifically requested that the information include how
an institutional use can be blended into a the area, the functional needs
that will drive the design and the estimated budget for the project.
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Council Member Webb announced that the Newport Beach Centennial
Committee met on October 7, 2004, and that the possibility of the City
sponsoring a Rose Parade float was discussed. He stated that the
matter will be agendized at a future City Council meeting for
consideration.
Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg announced that a Marine Corps Mess
Night will take place on October 26, 2004, as a part of the City's
adoption of the 15t Battalion, 1st Marines at Camp Pendleton. He
explained that the 1 -1 is being deployed to Iraq in December 2004, and
the Mess Night will be an opportunity to support the troops. Mayor Pro
Tem Bromberg stated that the event will take place at the Balboa Bay
Club at 6:00 p.m. and the cost per ticket is $200, which includes the
sponsorship of a Marine to attend the event. The extra money will go to
the families of the 1 -1. More information can be obtained by calling the
City at 949- 644 -3202.
Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg acknowledged the Mom's Club in Newport
Coast. He explained that the Mom's Club is a national organization that
adopts families during the holidays, and that the Newport Coast Mom's
Club has offered to be a part of the support for the 1 -1 families.
Council Member Heffernan announced that early voting is taking place
from October 5 - 29, 2004, throughout the County. He stated that the
most convenient place for Newport Beach residents to vote early is at
the Orange County Airport from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Mayor Ridgeway apologized to John Buttolph for comments he made at
the City Council meeting of September 28, 2004. Mayor Ridgeway
explained that his comments were in error.
I. CONSENT CALENDAR
READING OF MINUTES/ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
1. MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF
SEPTEMBER 21, 2004 AND REGULAR MEETING OF
SEPTEMBER 28, 2004. Waive reading of subject minutes, approve as
written and order filed.
2. READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. Waive reading
in full of all ordinances and resolutions under consideration, and direct
City Clerk to read by title only.
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION
3. ORDINANCE TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO PERS
CONTRACT (C -563) TO PROVIDE PRE- RETIREMENT
OPTIONAL SETTLEMENT DEATH BENEFIT TO
MISCELLANEOUS EMPLOYEES. Adopt Ordinance No. 2004 -21
authorizing an amendment to the contract between the City Council of
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the City of Newport Beach and the Board of Administration of the
California Public Employees' Retirement System.
4. TRAFFIC CONTROL ON VIA FIRENZE. Adopt Ordinance No. 2004-
22 amending Section 12.52.070 of the NBMC to designate Via Firenze
between Via Lido Soud and Piazza Lido as one -way, northeast bound
traffic only.
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
5. MARINERS, CHINA COVE AND 62ND STREET WASTEWATER
PUMP STATION REHABILITATION, INCLUDING FERNLEAF
AVENUE STREET IMPROVEMENTS — AWARD OF CONTRACT
(C- 3585). Item continued to the City Council meeting of October 26,
2004.
6. OCEAN PIER INSPECTIONS: APPROVAL OF A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH HARBOR
OFFSHORE, INC. 1) Approve a Professional Services Agreement with
Harbor Offshore, Inc. and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to
execute the Agreement; and 2) approve a budget amendment (05BA -019)
to appropriate an additional $11,580 from the Tide and Submerged
Lands unappropriated reserve into Account No. 7231- C5100153 for
Ocean Pier Inspections.
Item removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member
Nichols.
8. SIDEWALK, CURB AND GUTTER PHASE 2 (FY03 -04) —
COMPLETION AND ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT (C- 3693).
1) Accept the work; 2) authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of
Completion; 3) authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and
Materials bond 35 days after the Notice of Completion has been recorded
in accordance with applicable portions of the Civil Code; and 4) release
the Faithful Performance Bond one (1) year after Council acceptance.
9. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) TO PREPARE
A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE SANTA
BARBARA CONDOMINIUMS PROJECT. Approve a PSA with
David Evans and Associates, Inc. for professional environmental
services to prepare an Initial Study, Mitigated Negative Declaration,
and air quality and noise studies not to exceed cost of $43,963 and
authorize the City Manager to sign the agreement.
MISCELLANEOUS ACTIONS
10. HOUSING ELEMENT IMPLEMENTATION — ANNUAL
PROGRESS REPORT. 1) Review, file and forward the Annual
Housing Element Implementation Report to the State Department of
Housing and Community Development; and 2) review and approve the
proposed letter for submittal to the State of California's Office of
Planning and Research.
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11. BUDGET AMENDMENT TO ACCEPT A CHECK FROM
CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS
FOR LITERACY SERVICES. Approve a budget amendment (05BA-
016) to increase expenditure appropriations by $20,000 in Division 4060,
Literacy, and to increase revenue estimates for the same amount in
Account No. 4010 -4832, California Library Literacy Services.
12. BUDGET AMENDMENT TO ACCEPT A CHECK FROM THE
NEWPORT BEACH LIBRARY FOUNDATION AND
APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR MAINTENANCE AND
OPERATIONS BUDGET FOR FY 2004/05. Approve a budget
amendment (05BA -017) to increase revenue estimates by $135,000 in
Account No. 4010 -5901 and increase maintenance and operation
expenditure estimates by the same amount in Division 4090,
Foundation.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Bromber to approve the Consent Calendar,
except for the item removed (7); and noting the continuance of Item No. 5.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, Rosansky, Bromberg, Webb, Daigle, Nichols, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
J. PUBLIC HEARINGS
13. ST. MARK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PA2003 -085) - GENERAL
PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2003 -002, PLANNED COMMUNITY
TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2003 -001, USE PERMIT NO. 2003 -015,
TRAFFIC STUDY NO. 2004 -004, PARCEL MAP NO. 2004 -036 -
2200 SAN JOAQUIN HILLS ROAD.
Mayor Ridgeway noted that the staff report was complete and
comprehensive.
John Benner, member of St. Mark Presbyterian Church and head of the
building committee, stated that St. Mark has been at the corner of
Eastbluff Drive and Jamboree Road for over 40 years. He listed the
many activities that take place at the church and serve the congregation
and the community. He stated that the opportunity to develop the
property at the corner of San. Joaquin Hills Road and MacArthur
Boulevard will actually provide a greater open space character to the
property than currently exists. He explained that it's an
environmentally sensitive area and that St. Mark has been involved in
environmental issues for a number of years.
Scott Barnard, project manager, displayed the parcel map/land use
diagram for the proposed project, which showed the various zones on the
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property. He noted that 62% of the site will be landscaped. Mr. Barnard
also displayed the landscape plan for the proposed project, which
showed an overview of the property and the location of the buildings.
Eric Katzmaier, landscape architect, used the same landscape plan and
explained that the property has three zones, which include the
perimeter zone, the interior zone and the canyon /natural zone. He
explained the plant material that would be used in each of the zones.
Mr. Katzmaier displayed artist renderings of the view over the canyon, a
cross section of the landscaping from MacArthur Boulevard, the view
from MacArthur Boulevard, and views of the gathering and
environmental plazas.
Kelly Nolan, civil engineer, displayed the drainage plan, which included
a composite of the hydrology and water quality items for the project. He
showed water flows and runoff at the site, and the use of detention
basins to maintain the peak runoff from the site at existing levels and
landscape swales that would intercept flows from the parking lots and
act to improve water quality. He displayed artist renderings of a bio-
swale and a catch basin, and explained how they would work.
Council Member Rosansky asked if there would be significant
excavation at the property. Mr. Benner stated that the elevations will
be reduced eight to twelve feet to maintain the setbacks from the street
and not end up with big retaining walls next to the canyon. He
confirmed that most of the material would be exported from the site.
In response to Mayor Ridgeway's question, Mr. Benner stated that there
are 47,000 yards of material that will be exported.
Mayor Ridgeway opened the public hearing.
Dr. Jan Vandersloot stated that his main concern with the project is that
it converts a recreationfenvironmental open space designation in the
general plan to a development use. He stated that the City is losing its
open space designations and they aren't being replaced, and added that
the recreation and open space element of the general plan states that
there's a deficiency of parkland in the area of the proposed project. He
requested that the Irvine Company be required to replace the lost open
space acreage. Dr. Vandersloot stated that the visioning process showed
that open space is a high priority to the residents, and yet eight acres at
Marinapark, ten acres for St. Mark's and 3.5 acres at San Miguel Drive
and MacArthur Boulevard are potentially being lost.
Allan Beek stated that St. Mark can't execute their proposal until the
land is theirs, which won't happen until The Irvine Company sells it.
Mr. Beek stated that open space on a map means open space. He urged
the City Council to require that The Irvine Company replace the open
space elsewhere in the City if the change is made.
John Buttolph stated that he is in favor of open space. He urged the
City Council to value open space also. He stated that open space has
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value and needs to be preserved. He stated that if St. Mark is allowed to
develop their project, mitigation should be required.
Bernie Roam, Big Canyon Community Association board member,
referred to a letter that he submitted and stated that there should be a
landscaping mandate for the area on MacArthur Boulevard that is
currently not landscaped. Secondly, he stated that the project is for
neither residential or golf course use as designated in the Big Canyon
Planned Community Text. Additionally, if there is to be a religious use
on the site, it should be available to all religions.
Hearing no further testimony, Mayor Ridgeway closed the public
hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg stated that the Circulation Improvement and
Open Space Agreement (CIOSA) does not designate the property as an
open space dedication site. He further noted that the City has 47 parks
and that there is a lot of open space. Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg stated
that the project is pristine, and noted that St. Mark subscribes to the
Ecophilian philosophy, which means that part of the church's ministry is
to be stewards and shepherds cf the environment. He stated that the
nature center and the amphitheater will be open to the public, and that
62% of the final project will be open space.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Brombere to approve the project by
taking the following actions: 1) adopt Resolution No. 2004 -88
certifying the EIR; 2) adopt Resolution No. 2004 -89 approving the
General Plan Amendment, Use Permit, Traffic Study and Parcel Map;
and 3) introduce Ordinance No. 2004 -23 amending the Big Canyon
Planned Community District Regulations and passed to second reading
on October 26, 2004.
Mayor Ridgeway asked if the motion could include the requirement to
landscape the golf course parcel, as recommended by Mr. Roam.
Planning Director Temple stated that it is a condition of approval in
Resolution No. 2004 -89.
Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg noted that the people involved with the
project have been very cooperative and considerate.
Council Member Webb noted that the parcel was created to be a
cloverleaf interchange for the Corona del Mar freeway extension. He
also felt that the church did an excellent job of looking at the
environment and working with it, and asked what development can
occur on private recreation and open space. Assistant City Manager
Wood stated that permitted uses would include commercial recreation
facilities. Council Member Webb pointed out that since the property is
private, the owner has the right within the zoning to build something
other than a park. Additionally, he noted that the property is adjacent
to a bicycle trail. He requested that this be taken into consideration by
the Public Works Department: when the trail is relocated for the
entranceway.
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Council Member Nichols remembered when the property was designed
to improve circulation into Fashion Island. He also felt that the church
proposal was a better use of the property.
Council Member Daigle stated that the proposal is a net plus for the
community, and expressed her appreciation for the programs and
services that St. Mark's provides. Council Member Daigle stated that
she is mindful of the loss of open space but feels that there will be
opportunities in the future to replenish the City's inventory.
Mayor Ridgeway reminded everyone that with the annexation of
Newport Coast came 1250 acres of developed property on 7200 acres.
He stated that approximately 1800 acres is under water and the rest is
permanently dedicated to open space. He stated that the City has
adequate open space and The Irvine Company has met its responsibility
in that regard.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote
Ayes: Heffernan, Rosansky, Bromberg, Webb, Daigle, Nichols, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
14. ORDER OF CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
ALONG GRANT STREET AND HIGHLAND STREET
FRONTAGES — 7000 AND 7012 WEST COAST HIGHWAY.
Jim Joffe, Newport Sands Property Manager, stated that Newport Sands
is a mobile home park and comes under the jurisdiction of the State
Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) in terms of
the interior of the property. The City can place requirements on the
perimeter of the property, but to make the perimeter work, Mr. Joffe
stated that he needs a plan for the interior also. Mr. Joffe further
explained that the property is over 50 years old and was a trailer park
with a density of approximately 25 units. He stated that the density has
been changed to 17 units and that more on -site parking will be provided,
but that he's waiting to hear from the HCD on his plans. Mr. Joffe
stated that the plans will improve the area and mitigate the parking
problems.
Council Member Webb asked Mr. Joffe when he thinks construction
could begin. Mr. Joffe stated that an additional sixty days would
probably work. He stated that as soon as his map is approved by the
HCD, he will have an engineer draw up the plans and then construction
can begin. He additionally noted that the area is scheduled to have the
utilities undergrounded and that a power pole on Highland Street could
have an impact on the curb and gutter improvements. He suggested
that the improvements to Highland Street not be done until the
undergrounding is completed. Public Works Director Badum confirmed
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for Council Member Webb that as long as there is a commitment to do
the work, the additional sixty days would be satisfactory.
Mayor Ridgeway opened the public hearing.
T. K. Brimer stated that the decrease from 25 units to 17 units is
deceiving. He explained that the 25 units were mostly one - bedroom
small trailers and the 17 units are three - bedroom homes, which has
actually resulted in an increase in bedrooms on the site. He stated that
parking is a problem and that the residents tend to use the off -site
parking first to improve the living conditions around their properties.
Mr. Brimer stated that he'd like to see the area improved and beautified,
and that the construction of curbs, gutters and sidewalks would help.
Joe Krueger, Newport Sands resident, stated that his parking space was
taken from him two years ago and that he hasn't been offered another
one. He stated that he has refused to sign the lot change form, which
means that Mr. Joffe can't promise that the improvements will be made.
Howard Rich stated that the increase in density at the site has had a
tremendous impact on the parking in the area. He questioned if there
would be room for a sidewalk on Highland Street, due to the narrowness
of the street.
Hearing no further testimony, Mayor Ridgeway closed the public
hearing.
Mayor Ridgeway stated that the improvements to the area will be made
and that the only question is if the owner will make the improvements
or if the City will do so and place alien on the property. He stated that
the owner has not cooperated.
In response to Council Member Rosansky's question, Public Works
Director Badum stated that plans have not been prepared for the work,
because it was hoped that the property owner would initiate the process.
He stated that the City is aware of the lack of parking in the area and
that the right -of -way on Grant Street is narrower than the other streets
in the area. He stated that curbs and gutters on Grant Street, and
curbs, gutters and sidewalks on Highland Street will improve the area
without taking away from the existing parking. Council Member
Rosansky stated that the matter was brought to his attention by
residents in the area and agreed that the property has increased in
density. He asked if the undergrounding was an issue, as described by
Mr. Joffe. Public Works Director Badum stated that it shouldn't be an
issue to repair the pole location after the other work is done.
Motion by Council Member Rosanskv to 1) order the construction of
public improvements on Grant and Highland Streets, adjacent to 7000
and 7012 West Coast Highway, to be paid for by the property owner; and
2) direct the Superintendent of Streets to cause the construction of the
public improvements if the owner has not begun construction by
February 15, 2005. In case of nonpayment by owner for the work,
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authorize staff to place a lien on the properties to recover the
administrative, engineering and construction costs.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, Rosansky, Bromberg, Webb, Daigle, Nichols, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
K. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Stephen Sutherland referred to Item No. 18, Ad Hoc Marinapark Lease
Negotiation Committee Report, and stated that he knows that his
character will again be attacked during the discussion of the item by a
small group of people who have no vision for the future of Newport
Beach. He stated that at the City Council meeting on September 28,
2004, many responsible residents spoke in favor of Measure L and were
shouted down by personal insults. He suggested that they not bother to
endure that treatment again at the current meeting. Mr. Sutherland
stated that he believes in the Marinapark Resort and Community Plan,
the public planning process that produced it and the vast majority of
residents who will fairly sort facts from propaganda. He thanked the
City Council for their attention to the Marinapark issue and hoped that
he would be working with them to bring the plan to fruition.
Jim Hildreth displayed a chest x -ray, which he stated shows that his
heart is in the right place. He stated that his issue continues to be the
access site in the Grand Canal and noted that he first brought the
matter to the City Council's attention on August 13, 1999. Mr. Hildreth
stated that Council Member Nichols and Dolores Otting also have their
hearts in the right place.
Robert Walchli stated that the comments at the City Council meeting on
September 28, 2004, that were considered mean spirited were due to the
fact that many people are fed up with public lands being converted to
private control and the City Council not listening. He stated that it's not
just Marinapark. He displayed a photo taken at the Balboa Bay Club,
which stated, "absolutely no public access ". Mr. Walchli stated that he is
in opposition to a soccer field at the Marinapark site, but could support a
hotel if public access were maintained.
Wendy Kaiser thanked the City Council for outlawing smoking on the
beaches and piers. She stated that she has asthma and that it will make
a difference to her.
Ann Watt, ocmil.com, stated that the biggest public land grab in the
County is the privatization of the El Toro Marine Air Station, but that
she is pleased to announce that a private developer may purchase the
base housing units and lease them to the military at a low cost. She
asked the public to support ocmil.com.
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Lindsey Lear stated that Measure L will only hurt Newport Beach and
not help it. She stated that building the Marinapark resort will cause
more cars to park on the peninsula and that there's already not enough
parking. Ms. Lear stated that a park would be a positive for the City.
Mayor Ridgeway confirmed with Acting City Attorney Clauson that it
would be appropriate to have public comments on Measure L take place
during the discussion of Item No. 18.
L. ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
Status report — Ad Hoc General Plan Update Committee (GPUC). Mayor
Pro Tem Bromberg stated that GPUC helped to form the 38- member General
Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC), and that GPUC only meets as needed.
Status report — Local Coastal Program Certification Committee. No
report.
Status report — Newport Coast Advisory Committee (NCAC). Council
Member Heffernan stated that the NCAC met on October 4, 2004, and that the
floor plan for the proposed community center was approved by the committee at
the meeting. He stated that the landscaping issue on Newport Coast Drive up
from the toll road was also discussed, and explained that it's an environmental
zone and there's a restriction on what plants can be planted. Council Member
Heffernan stated that the City is working with The Irvine Company on the
matter. The NCAC meets on the first Mondays of the month at 5:30 p.m. at
Newport Coast Elementary School.
Status report — Mariners Joint Use Library Ad Hoc Steering Committee.
Council Member Webb reported that the plans have been completed and are out
to bid. The Committee will meet next on October 27, 2004, at 4:00 p.m. at
Mariners School, to review the bids.
Status report — Other Committee Activities. No other reports.
M. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA AND ORAL STATUS REPORT
15. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA FOR OCTOBER 7, 2004.
Planning Director Temple stated that two of the items on the Planning
Commission agenda were continued at the request of the appellants.
The other two items were approved, and included the request for a
condominium conversion, a tentative tract map and a coastal residential
development permit to allow the conversion of a 7 -unit apartment
project at 329 Marguerite Avenue. The second item was a variance
request at 520 Larkspur Avenue, which was approved with a reduction
in the size of the project by eliminating the basement.
Council Member Nichols asked if 317 Marguerite Avenue was a similar
multi -unit project as the condominium conversion. Planning Director
Temple stated that she wasn't familiar with the project that Council
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Member Nichols was speaking of. Council Member Nichols stated that
he is concerned with the upkeep of properties that have multi -
ownership. Planning Director Temple stated that there can be problems
with split ownerships, but that the project at 329 Marguerite Avenue
will be required to have Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC &R's).
Mayor Ridgeway requested that the condominium conversion approved
by the Planning Commission be called up for review by the City Council.
He explained that the building is over 50 years old and is
nonconforming. He specifically requested that the applicable laws and
timeframes that apply to the building be addressed. Planning Director
Temple stated that the ramifications of various interpretations will also
be presented.
16. TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY PERMIT NO. 2003 -003
(PA2003 -255); TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY PERMIT NO.
2004 -002 (PA2004 -057) — 4600 WEST COAST HIGHWAY
(APPLICANTS — CINGULAR WIRELESS AND SPRINT PCS).
Assistant Planner Brown stated that the City Council reviewed Cingular
Wireless's application at the City Council meeting of May 11, 2004.
Since that meeting, Cingular has explored alternative design proposals
that might be more acceptable to the community and the City Council.
In the meantime, Sprint PCS also submitted an application to co- locate
at the site with Cingular. In July 2004, staff retained the services of
Jonathan Kramer to help provide technical advice to the City. Staff met
with Mr. Kramer and the applicants, and the result is the proposal
before the City Council at the current meeting, which is for each
applicant to install antennas on four streetlight poles on Superior
Avenue. The overall height would be 35 feet. Assistant Planner Brown
noted that the existing height of the streetlights is 32 Feet. She stated
that the support equipment would be located in a block wall enclosure
within the nearby parking lot in a landscaped area. She noted that if
this was a new application of the same design, it would not have been
agendized because it complies with the requirements of the
telecommunications ordinance.
Council Member Rosansky asked why the streetlight poles couldn't
remain at 32 feet and how different from the existing poles they would
be. Assistant City Planner Brown stated that the poles themselves will
be similar to the existing poles. The difference will be the antennas
attached above the light standard. Council Member Rosansky noted
that the lights will also extend out from the poles at a lower height and
don't really look similar.
Gil Gonzalez, Infranext, stated that he's representing Cingular on the
project. He displayed maps showing the existing coverage in the area,
coverage with 35 -foot poles and coverage with 32 -foot poles.
Council Member Rosansky stated that the additional coverage with the
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35 -foot poles seems negligible. Mr. Gonzalez explained that the
difference is more significant to a Radio Frequency (RF) engineer and
that the initial objective was for a 50 -foot pole and the coverage that it
would provide.
Council Member Webb asked if the light could be placed above the
antennas. Mr. Gonzalez stated that it's possible, but could interfere
with coverage. Council Member Webb stated that lowering the light
could have an effect on the light distribution on Superior Avenue.
Council Member Daigle stated that the impact on aesthetics is a
concern, and asked if research was done on how the 32 -foot poles would
look in comparison to the 35 -foot poles. Mr. Gonzalez stated that they
only learned of the concern for the 32 -foot poles the day prior and did
not have the time to conduct research. He noted, however, that the 35-
foot poles do comply with the height and design requirements, and that
another carrier has already been approved for 35 feet. Council Member
Daigle asked if the facility would provide 911 service, and noted that
Superior Avenue and Coast Highway is a busy intersection. Jason
Kozora, Sprint, stated that Sprint does have 911 coverage on its
antennas. Council Member Daigle referred to the Federal mandate to
provide E -911 service, which is enhanced 911 service with locator
technology, and asked if this is also being provided. Mr. Kozora stated
that it is. Mr. Gonzalez confirmed that Cingular also has the capability
on the site.
Council Member Rosansky asked if alternative locations had been looked
at and specifically if Hoag Hospital had been approached. Mr. Gonzalez
stated that Hoag was contacted before the initial proposal was
submitted and they weren't interested. In addition, the City stated that
Hoag had already exceeded its height limitations. Council Member
Rosansky stated that he spoke with a representative from Hoag and
they indicated that they had not been contacted.
Council Member Daigle confirmed with Mr. Gonzalez that antenna
facilities can also be placed too high
Council Member Heffernan reminded everyone that if the facilities are
installed at Hoag, the City won't receive the revenue for leasing the
sites. He asked if the rate had been determined and if it would be
separate leases with Cingular and Sprint. Acting City Attorney Clausen
stated that there would be two leases and they would total
approximately $4000 per month for five years. Mr. Gonzalez stated that
when Cingular looks for a site, the factors that are considered include
the RIP engineer's target objectives, leasing possibilities and compliance
with the City's ordinance and development standards.
Council Member Daigle asked if the proposal at the current meeting was
the second alternative, with the first being the flagpole. Mr. Gonzalez
stated that it's actually the fourth alternative that was looked at, and
that they also considered a lower flagpole and another alternative
involving the streetlights.
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Spiro Stameson expressed his opposition, and that of the Villa Balboa
residents, to putting telecommunication antennas on streetlight poles
along Superior Avenue. He stated that there are other alternatives that
should be considered first, such as palm trees, high rise buildings or
vacant land, and that it is inappropriate to put the antennas on a busy
street with the possibility of radiation.
Joe Rozecho stated that he's a dentist, takes x -rays everyday and has to
meet certain rules and restrictions in terms of safety. He stated that it
is unknown how much exposure he would face everyday from the
antennas on Superior Avenue, and that the matter is serious and needs
to be studied further. He stated that it is not just a matter of coverage
and revenue, and urged the City Council to study the matter further and
determine what the radiation exposure would be.
Acting City Attorney Clauson stated that in 1996, the Federal
government enacted the Telecommunications Act, which preempts cities
from being able to regulate or deny cellular antennas based on radiation
concerns as long as the installations comply with Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) standards.
Council Member Heffernan stated that the City began exploring cellular
antennas on public property four years ago with the reasoning that the
antennas are going to be installed anyway. He explained that
installations are driven by market, Newport Beach is a high cell phone
use area, installations can enhance service coverage and the City might
as well get the revenue for the installations. He further explained that
City ordinances were rewritten to deal with the installations.
Jim Hildreth stated that if there are no problems with the antennas,
they should be installed on City Hall.
Ed Sherman stated that there are 750 to 800 units in Villa Balboa and
Versailles, and that these taxpayers supply the City with more than
$4,000 per month. He stated that they do not want the antennas in
their front yard.
Council Member Nichols asked if placing the antennas on Hoag Hospital
would be better. Mr. Sherman stated that it would not and that they
would be better on City Hall or across Coast Highway on the commercial
development. He stated that there are other viable alternatives and the
City Council should listen to the residents.
Wendy Kaiser stated that she has concerns for the casting of the light on
Superior Avenue if the height of the bulbs is changed. Additionally, she
asked if the streetlight poles would be breakaway poles, in the case of a
vehicle accident. Ms. Kaiser stated that she'd like to see a depiction of
what the proposal would look like. She stated that other locations and
alternatives should also be looked at, although she does agree with using
public property when possible for the revenue benefits.
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Mr. Gonzalez displayed several renderings showing what the proposal
would look like.
Council Member Rosansky confirmed with Mr. Gonzalez that the
bulbs would be lowered from 32 feet to 30 feet with the proposal.
Mr. Gonzalez stated that the antennas are 56 inches long by eight inches
wide, and would be placed at the top of the poles. He further clarified
that the bottom of the antennas would be at 30.5 feet. Mr. Gonzalez
stated that Cingular has done a lot of compromising and that the
proposed design is compatible with the surrounding area, complies with
the wireless code and has been modeled after a site that has already
been approved by the City.
Holly Gerguss stated that installing the antennas in commercial and
manufacturing zones should be considered. She specifically suggested
that the Hoag Hospital site be considered. Ms. Gerguss asked if Coastal
Commission approval was received for the proposed installation. Lastly,
she stated that it is difficult to see how the proposal will look and she
can understand the residents' frustration.
Jeff Davis suggested that the use of the 300 -foot tower at the City's
maintenance yard be considered.
Monique Butrose stated that her main concerns are for the health and
safety of the Villa Balboa residents. Additionally, she urged the City
Council to look at the Coastal Commission guidelines and determine if a
permit is needed for the installation of the antennas.
Assistant Planner Brown introduced Jonathan Kramer, the technical
adviser retained by the City.
At the request of Mayor Ridgeway, Mr. Gonzalez confirmed that the
antennas would be four feet eight inches tall by eight inches wide by
four inches thick. Acting City Attorney Clauson added that City
standards would have to be met in regards to the construction of the
poles. She stated, however, that there may be an issue with the lighting
that wasn't considered and that this would have to be addressed by the
Public Works Department.
Mr. Kramer, RF Engineer, stated that he evaluated the proposals from
both of the carriers, singularly and cumulatively, and has determined
that the projects fully comply with FCC rules. In response to comments
made by Mr. Rozecho, Mr. Kramer stated that cellular antennas involve
non - ionizing radiation whereas x -rays involve ionizing radiation, which
is a substantial difference, that the FCC preempts in this area anyway
and that any exposure would occur directly in front of an antenna. He
concluded that the radiation impact is a non - issue. Mr. Kramer further
noted that both cellular companies are not looking to provide new
coverage, but to enhance their network capacities, which is very location
and height specific. He explained that the coverage with the current
proposal is similar to the coverage with the 50 -foot flagpole alternative
because the streetlights are further up the hill on Superior Avenue.
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Council Member Rosansky asked if the streetlight poles could be
lowered and located farther up the hill, and still provide similar
coverage. Mr. Kramer stated that there are limitations on how far away
the antennas can be from the base station equipment, and that they are
probably close to their limit with the current proposal. Council Member
Rosansky asked if the same poles could be used, but lowered to 32 feet.
Mr. Kramer stated that the coverage change would probably not be
dramatic, but noted that he would also expect requests for poles farther
up the hill at some point in the future.
Council Member Daigle asked Mr. Kramer to address the benefits of 911
and how the Federal mandates are being phased in. Mr. Kramer stated
that E -911 service is a requirement of the FCC for carriers to identify to
911 operators the approximate location of a caller. He noted that the
addition of sites enhances a carrier's ability to determine location.
In response to earlier comments, Assistant City Manager Kiff stated
that the Council's policy actually prioritizes the installation of cellular
antennas on City buildings. He added that the policy also discourages
the use of mono poles, such as fake palm trees.
Linda Janowsky stated that there are so many unknowns with the
proposal and that the residents are concerned for their safety. She
specifically noted the Hoag Hospital methane gas tower and the lighting
on Superior Avenue, and stated that these issues need to be addressed
properly.
Mr. Gonzalez stated that the proposal falls within the requirements of
the FCC. In response to the lighting on Superior Avenue, he noted that
the proposal actually adds one streetlight and that the plans have been
routed to the Public Works Department for their review. Mr. Gonzalez
stated that moving the antennas farther up the hill would affect the
spacing of the streetlight poles, which is a concern of the Public Works
Department.
Council Member Webb asked if the antennas could be installed on
Superior Avenue closer to Placentia Avenue. Mr. Gonzalez stated that
the bluff would cause some of the coverage to be blocked.
Carol Roth stated that she is concerned for the precedence that would be
set by approving the current proposal and the possibility of antennas
being installed farther up the hill in the future.
Assistant Planner Brown stated that the telecommunications ordinance
does limit the number of carriers that can be allowed at a specific site to
three.
Ross Ribaudo stated that the residents of Villa Balboa have been
subjected to construction since 1991 on two sides of the complex, and
that the proposal would cause construction on a third side. He stated
that the residents want to make sure that they're protected and that
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safety factors have been considered. He asked the City Council to
consider their frustration and concerns.
Council Member Nichols stated that the public will learn that many
antennas already exist in the community, such as at churches and
schools, and that radiation is not a problem. Secondly, he stated that
the gas plant at Hoag Hospital provides one of the safest and cleanest
types of fuel available.
Motion by Council Member Rosansky to continue the item to
November 9, 2004, to allow the applicant time to study whether they can
make the project work at 32 feet, to provide plans showing actual
dimensions of where the light standards will be, to coordinate the
lighting with the Public Works Department and to explore the
possibility of installing the antennas at Hoag Hospital.
Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg agreed that additional study should be
required.
Mr. Gonzalez confirmed that four weeks would provide adequate time
for Cingular to do the additional study.
Council Member Daigle stated that the aesthetics of the project design
are good for a cellular antenna installation and that the reasons for
providing the service should be taken into consideration. She explained
that these include instantaneous communication, constant connectivity
and a lifeline for public safety.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, Rosansky, Bromberg, Webb, Daigle, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: Nichols
Abstain: None
Absent: None
17. UPDATE - SANTA ANA RIVER SAND PROJECT.
Assistant City Manager Kiff stated that the Santa Ana River Project
was discussed at the City Council meeting on August 24, 2004. At the
direction of the City Council, :staff worked with the Army Corps of
Engineers and the contractor in an attempt to find an alternative
method for disposing of the sand. He reported that an alternative
method has been agreed upon and a dredging company will work with
the contractor. Assistant City Manager Kiff displayed a schematic
showing where the pipe and the proposed fill area will be located.
Council Member Rosansky commended staff on finding an alternative
method and the residents for bringing the matter to the City's
attention. Assistant City Manager Kiff stated that the environmental
assessment is available, and that copies can be obtained by calling his
office at 949 - 644 -3002.
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Council Member Nichols expressed his dissatisfaction with the
alternative method that was selected and stated that the sand will not
go where the City wants it to go. He stated that placing the sand on
sand would have made it useful, and that it is unknown how much of it
will now reach the beach. He noted that sand was placed around some
fire rings recently and it was acceptable to everyone. Additionally, he
stated that sand from the river won't be available again because the
Santa Ana River will be dry. Council Member Nichols stated that the
beaches need to be built up and protected in case of storms.
Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg stated that he has faith in the Army Corps
and their experience. He complimented Council Member Rosansky for
his involvement.
Mayor Ridgeway recessed the meeting at 10:00 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 10:10 p.m. with all Council Members present.
18. MARINAPARK RESORT & COMMUNITY PLAN AD HOC
MARINAPARK LEASE NEGOTIATION COMMITTEE REPORT
(contd. from 9/28/04).
Former City Attorney Burnham stated that in 2003, the City Council
authorized the Ad Hoc Marinapark Lease Negotiation Committee to
enter into pre - election discussions with proponents of the Marinapark
Resort about possible terms and conditions of a lease that might be
approved for the property. He explained that this was done to give
voters additional information prior to voting. Mr. Burnham stated that
agreement was reached on a number of issues. He introduced Kim
Thompson of Rutan and Tucker, a real estate attorney, who advised the
committee and staff on ground lease issues, and Cal Hollis of Keyser
Marston who evaluated the economics of the project and advised on
economic terms and conditions.
Mr. Thompson stated that in 2000, the original agreement was entered
into in response to the request for proposals. He stated that there was
an amendment to the 2000 agreement and then an agreement in 2003,
which is currently the operative agreement since the 2000 agreement
had a three -year term and has expired. Mr. Thompson stated that the
first issue that has been raised is the use of the acronym "LLP ", Limited
Liability Partnership, after "Sutherland Talla Hospitality ". Mr.
Thompson explained that when Sutherland Talla Hospitality responded
to the request for proposals, they referred to their entity as a joint
venture general partnership. The agreement that was prepared by the
City in 2000, used the acronym "LLP ". It has been determined that the
source of the error related to a typing error by the City Attorney's office.
He noted that the agreement that was executed in 2003 did not include
the acronym "LLP ". Mr. Thompson stated that the use of "LLP" has no
legal significance in this situation.
Mr. Thompson stated that another issue that has been raised relates to
compliance of the City Charter with regard to the signing of the 2003
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agreement. He explained that the City Charter requires that any
agreement that the City enters into must be signed by the Mayor, by the
City Clerk or by an officer or officers designated by the City Council to
sign the agreement. Mr. Thompson stated that the facts in this
situation and the determination of any violations would have to be made
by a judge.
Mr. Thompson stated that another issue that was addressed relates to
the assignment provision and if it has been violated. He stated that the
request for proposals was responded to by Sutherland Talla Hospitality,
which was described as a joint venture between Stephen Sutherland and
Michael Talla. In July of 2004, Mr. Talla resigned from the project and
the partnership. Mr. Thompson stated that it could have resulted in a
violation of the assignment provision, but it's at the sole discretion of the
City Council to approve the assignment.
Mr. Thompson stated that the agreement is an exclusive right to
negotiate and only gives the developer a framework to work with. He
stated that the negotiation of a ground lease would require that any
issues be resolved.
John Buttolph stated that the City entered into a series of agreements
with a nonexisting entity, and that the 2003 agreement was altered and
not attested to by the City Clerk. He stated that these are major issues
and there's a problem with the documents and the City's actions in
entering into these agreements with the developer. Mr. Buttolph stated
that the errors go to the heart of the enforceability of the contract and
that there is no contract with Mr. Sutherland. Secondly, he referred to
the resolution that approved the ballot measure and stated that a public
vote is only required after the City Council has approved a project. In
this case, the project has not been approved by the City Council and
Measure S is not being complied with. Mr. Buttolph suggested that
independent counsel be appointed to look into the contract matters and
the manner in which the measure was placed on the ballot.
Mr. Burnham stated that the Measure S guidelines have been complied
with and Mr. Buttolph should be aware of this, since he helped draft the
guidelines.
Allan Beek referred to the cost estimates for a passive park at the
Marinapark site that was included with the staff report and the
other alternatives being proposed by some members of the community.
Mr. Beek stated that the opponents to Measure L aren't looking at any
specific alternatives for the site, they're only looking to involve the
community in determining what the best use of the parcel would be. He
stated that it has been frustrating that the City Council has refused to
enter into such a process.
Council Member Heffernan explained that he was the one that asked the
City Manager to present the cost estimates for a park and that he did so
out of fairness to the voters. He stated that the voters should know that
a park will cost money and they should understand both sides of the
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issue before casting their vote. Mr. Beek thanked Council Member
Heffernan for the clarification, because he had assumed that the cost
estimates were presented at the request of the proponents to Measure L.
Council Member Nichols stated that a park will cost money and he felt
that a cost estimate was appropriate to present.
Geoff Davis stated that opponents to Measure L are using a frivolous
legal maneuver and intimidating tactics in an attempt to disrupt and/or
overturn the popular public vote. Mr. Davis noted that signs in support
of Measure L have been stolen from residents lawns. Additionally, he
stated that the campaign statements for the Protect Our Parks group
reveal that 83% of the funds have come from the owners of the mobile
homes at Marinapark and their businesses. Mr. Davis stated that he
only wants the vote to be conducted fairly and that residents are
hesitant to put Fes on L signs on their front lawns for fear of vandalism.
Mayor Ridgeway stated that there is a tremendous responsibility for all
the voters in the City to review the project and not be swayed by
sentiment, hatred, dislike or character assassination. He expressed his
frustration that a respect for the process has been lost.
Tom Billings stated that the opponents to Measure L are also being
harassed. He stated that some of the comments by the opponents that
are seen as personal attacks are, in his mind, due diligence on the
qualifications of the hotel proponent. Mr. Billings stated that Protect
Our Parks has a plan to preserve public parkland from becoming a
private commercial hotel. He stated that a wide range of park concepts
have been discussed and the ultimate design should be decided in a
community planning process. He stated that residents in all parts of the
City should be concerned that other parks could also be developed. He
urged all residents to vote No on Measure L.
Chester Salisbury stated that his main concern with the proposed
project is the timeshare aspect. He stated that there's a huge amount of
profit to be made in the timeshare business, but it's a flawed industry
and the people who own the land don't make the profit. He stated that
the timeshare industry is driven by greed and high pressure sales, and
35% to 50% of the profits go to the developers. The land owner, which in
this case is the City, only receives money for the land lease.
Louise Fundenberg, President of the Central Newport Beach
Community Association ( CNBCA), stated that the Marinapark site is the
last open beach on Balboa Bay and it should remain public. She
reported that 97% of the CNBCA members who attended their meeting
want a No vote on Measure L.
Craig Rager stated that the council members have a difficult job because
they have to do what's in the best interest of the City while also doing
what's in the best interest of the citizens. He stated that giving the land
away on a 50 -year lease wouldn't be in the best interest of the City
because of the value of the land. He stated that selling the land would
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be in the best interest of the City. Mr. Rager stated that he and the
opponents to Measure L are in support of open land. He stated that bay
access is limited and should be preserved for future generations.
Jim Hildreth stated that he doesn't like change and that he likes things
the way they are. He questioned who would have the amount of money
needed to rent rooms at the proposed hotel.
Dr. Patricia Frostholm stated that Mayor Ridgeway doesn't represent
the wishes of the citizens of Newport Beach by supporting the proposed
hotel project. She explained that in the vision workshops, the majority
of the citizens voted against more hotels. Dr. Frostholm stated that the
City Council believes that development is progress, but she urged them
to listen to the young people in the community who are not motivated by
money and only want to beautify Newport Beach.
Dr. Jan Vandersloot expressed his opposition to Measure L. He stated
that the Marinapark site is eight acres of land that is zoned for park
land, but that this would be changed to hotel use if Measure L passes.
He stated that opponents to Measure L are trying to bring to light the
facts of the matter. As examples, he stated that he only learned at the
current meeting that Mr. Talla submitted his resignation in July of
2004, that the use of "LLP" was a clerical error and that the City is
dealing with an individual, Mr. Sutherland. Dr. Vandersloot added that
the finance sources of the proposed resort are still unknown. Lastly, Dr.
Vandersloot objected to a community center being included in the cost
estimates for a park. He stated that if it is removed from the estimates,
it cuts the total cost in half.
Joe Rybus stated that proponents of Measure L have stated that over 50
years, the hotel will generate $100 million. Citizens of Marinapark
offered $1.7 million per year, which would equate to $146 million over 50
years. Mr. Rybus presented other figures, which showed that the
Marinapark mobile home park would generate more revenue than the
proposed resort. Secondly, Mr. Rybus calculated that the proposed
resort would generate 900 cars on weekend days, which would create
more traffic in the area.
In response to Mayor Ridgeway's questions, Mr. Burnham stated that
the State Lands Commission staff has determined that a substantial
portion of the Marinapark site is tidelands, which means that the mobile
home park is a prohibited use. Secondly, he stated that the mobile home
park tenants submitted a proposal in response to the request for
proposals that proposed increases to their rents. City Manager Bludau
recalled that the rent offered was approximately $1.1 million per year.
Stewart Berkshire stated that he was the one that made an offer to the
City Council to negotiate a long -term lease with the mobile home park
residents. He stated that he was aware of market rent and was able to
present solid numbers. Mr. Berkshire stated that the residents also
hired their own lawyer and it was determined that the mobile home
park was on uplands, not tidelands. He stated that the State Lands
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Commission has not made a decision on the matter and there is no order
to remove the mobile home park.
Council Member Heffernan questioned how the opponents to Measure L
will react if Measure L is defeated and they have to make a choice
between a mobile home park and a park.
John Rettberg, mobile home park resident, stated that the mobile home
park proposal is in the best interest of the City. He added, however,
that if the City decides to have the mobile home park removed, it will
have to do so in accordance with the law. Additionally, Mr. Rettberg
noted that when he signed his lease, it was clear that the City intended
to convert the site to a public recreation area.
Phil Arst stated that the City Council has misinterpreted Measure S by
placing the Marinapark matter on the ballot. He stated that the project
would have to have been approved by the City Council prior to it being
submitted to the voters and that the election is, therefore, illegal. He
agreed with Mr. Buttolph's previous comments about the 2003 contract
being altered and suggested that outside counsel look into the matter.
Secondly, Mr. Arst stated that the facts were supposed to be presented
to the people in order for them to vote intelligently, but noted that
absentee ballots have already gone out and the City has not met its
obligation to provide full disclosure to the voters.
Craig Morissette stated that the planning process that was used for
determining what should be placed on the Marinapark site started with
the City making a decision to place a hotel on the site, and not by asking
the community what they'd like to see. He stated that the general plan
update process involved the community and was an outstanding
achievement, but it came two years after the decision was made to sign
the exclusive agreement for a hotel. Secondly, Mr. Morissette stated
that the "personal attacks" mentioned earlier were really a part of sound
business practice and an evaluation of the professional and financial
qualifications of the party that the City has entered into an agreement
with. He stated that this should have been done by the City beforehand.
Lastly, Mr. Morissette noted that Mr. Sutherland didn't strike through
the "LLP" when signing the contracts.
Mr. Burnham stated that the process prior to the signing of the 2000
agreement involved a request for proposals, the receipt and evaluation
of eight proposals, a narrowing down of those proposals to four, further
evaluation and the selection of the hotel proposal. He noted that these
activities took place at public meetings and there was a lack of public
support for a recreation use consistent with the Parks, Beaches &
Recreation Commission's proposal.
Mayor Pro Tem Bromberg expressed his disappointment with Mr.
Buttolph's comments and his attack on the integrity of the City Council.
He encouraged the public to learn the issues and to cast their votes
based on the facts.
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Mayor Ridgeway thanked everyone for attending.
19. CONSIDERATION OF OCTOBER 26, 2004 MEETING TIME.
In response to Mayor Ridgeway's question, City Manager Bludau stated
that he would be discussing the agenda for the meeting with staff and
would attempt to keep the items to a minimum. He would also propose
that there be no Study Session and no Closed Session, unless necessary.
Jim Hildreth agreed that the Marines should be supported.
Motion by Council Member Webb to hold a Special Council meeting
on October 26tb starting at 4:00 p.m., with the intention that the meeting
would last no later than 6:15 p.m.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, Rosansky, Bromberg, Webb, Daigle, Nichols, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
2004 -2005 SIDEWALK, CURB & GUTTER REPLACEMENT —
AWARD OF CONTRACT (C- 3718).
Council Member Nichols stated that the map included in the staff report
doesn't clearly depict where the work will take place. He asked for a
clarification.
Mayor Ridgeway suggested that council members contact staff prior to
the meeting for such simple questions.
Council Member Webb stated that the annual sidewalk replacement
project establishes a number of ;projects that need to be performed, and
that the map shows the project area.
Motion by Council Member Webb to 1) approve the plans and
specifications; 2) award the contract (C -3718) to Damon Construction
Co. for the total bid price of $304,525 and authorize the Mayor and the
City Clerk to execute the contract; and 3) establish an amount of
$30,500 to cover the cost of unforeseen work.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Heffernan, Rosansky, Bromberg, Webb, Daigle, Nichols, Mayor
Ridgeway
Noes: None
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Abstain: None
Absent: None
Q. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION - None
R. ADJOURNMENT - at 11:50 p.m. to October 26, 2004 at 4 :00 p.m.
The agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on October 6, 2004, at
2:45 p.rrL on the City Hall Bulletin Board located outside of the City of
Newport Beach Administration Building.
City Clerk
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