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City Council Regular Meeting
August 9, 2011 -- 7:00 p.m.
I. STUDY SESSION - 4:00 p.m.
II. CLOSED SESSION
A. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Government Code & 54956.9
(a)): Five matters:
1. Status report of pending litigation. We will report on a global basis on all
pending litigation involving the City. This is an informational item only. No
action, however, may be taken on any item unless it is specifically noticed below.
2. Pacific Shores o. Newport Beach, U.S. District Court Case No. SACV 08 -00457
AG (PLAx); U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Case No. 11 -55460
3. Newport Coast Recovery and Yellowstone Recovery o. City of Newport
Beach, U.S. District Court Case No. SACV 09- 0701 -DOC (ANx); U.S. Court of
Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Case No. 11 -55461
4. MORN v. City of Newport Beach, OCSC Case No. 30- 0211 - 00447004
5. Wedgeworth v. Newport Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-
2011- 00493787
B. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation - Initiation of Litigation
(Government Code S 54956.9(c)): Three matters:
1. Potential initiation of litigation against Morningside Recovery, LLC for failure to
comply with Zoning Agreement.
2. Potential initiation of litigation against Pacific Shores Recovery in order to enforce
terms of its reasonable accommodation and abate violations of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code.
Potential initiation of litigation against Yellowstone Recovery in order to abate
violations of the Newport Beach Municipal Code.
C. Conference with Real Property Negotiator (Government Code & 54956.8): One
matter:
Property: Marina Park Mobile Home Park, 1770 W. Balboa Blvd., Newport Beach
City Negotiator: Dave Webb, City Engineer
Negotiating Parties: Curtis Fossum State Lands Commission
Under Negotiation: Price, terms of payment or both with respect to resolution of boundary
dispute between Tidelands and Uplands
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D. Conference with Labor Negotiators (Government Code 6 54957.6):
Agency Designated Representatives: Dave Kiff, City Manager; liana Smith, Assistant City
Manager; Terri Cassidy, Human Resources Director
Employee Organization: All Labor Associations: Association of Newport Beach Ocean
Lifeguards (ANBOL); Lifeguard Management Association (LMA); Fire Beach Fire
Management Association (NBFMA); Newport Beach Firefighters' Association (NBFA);
Police Management Association (PMA); Police Employees' Association (PEA); and Fire
Management Association (F.MA); City Employees Association (NBCEA); Newport Beach
Professional & Technical Employees Association (NBPTEA); Newport Beach Employees
League (NBEL); Newport Beach Part -Time Unit (UPEC Local 777)
E. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code § 54957(b)(1)): The
City Council will meet in closed session to consider the appointment, employment,
evaluation of performance, discipline, or dismissal of one public employee.
Title: City Attorney
III. RECESS
IV. RECONVENE AT 7:00 P.M. FOR REGULAR MEETING
V. ROLL CALL
Present: Council Member Hill, Council. Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Gardner, Mayor Henn,
Council Member Selich, Council Member Curry. Council Member Daigle
VI. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Hunt announced the following reportable actions:
Regarding Item II.A.5, pursuant to a 7 -0 vote, the City Council authorized the defense of
Wedgeworth u. Newport Beach.
Regarding Item TLB..l (Morningside Recovery, LLC), pursuant to a 7 -0 vote, the City Council
authorized the City .Attorney to proceed with code enforcement action against 3403 Via Lido and
3404 Via Lido to bring both properties into full compliance with the Municipal Code.
Regarding Item. II.B.2 (Pacific Shores Recovery), pursuant to a 7 -0 vote, the City Council
authorized the City Attorney to proceed with code enforcement action against 3309 Pacific Shores
to bring the property into full compliance with the Municipal Code.
Regarding Item II.B.3 (Yellowstone Recovery), pursuant to a 7 -0 vote, the City Council authorized
the City Attorney to initiate code enforcement action to abate uses at the various addresses.
VII. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member Hill
VIII. INVOCATION - Reverend Karl Stuckenberg, Newport Center United Methodist Church
IX. PRESENTATIONS - None
X. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
XI. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS OR MATTERS WHICH COUNCIL MEMBERS
WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION OR
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REPORT (NON - DISCUSSION ITEM)
Council Member Daigle requested information regarding contracting out services, particularly
parking meter management and street sweeping. She mentioned that a report was prepared for a
recently visiting Chinese delegation, which outlined the efficiencies and outcomes of contracting
out such services.
Mayor Pro Tom Gardner received confirmation that Council did not want to schedule a Study
Session to discuss various intersections reviewed by the Bicycle Safety Committee, but that the
item will be brought back during a regular meeting.
Mayor Henn announced that there will be no second meeting in August and stated that he
attended the grand opening of the Chase Bank in the newly remodeled Landmark Shopping
Center. He also mentioned upcoming meetings for the Neighborhood Revitalization Committee,
July 4th Committee, Santa Ana Heights Citizens Advisory Committee, Tidelands Management
Committee, Balboa Village Citizens Advisory Committee, and a special meeting of the City Council
in order to receive information regarding upcoming labor negotiations.
XII. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. READING OF MINUTES /ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
MINUTES FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING AND REGULAR MEETING OF
JULY 26, 2011. [100 - 20.111 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 pursuant to Charter Section 412.
B. ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION
3. DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 2010 -001 BETWEEN THE CITY OF
NEWPORT BEACH AND MORNINGSIDE RECOVERY, LLC (PA2011 -107).
[681100 -20111 Conduct second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2011 -20
terminating Development Agreement No. 2010 -001 between the City of Newport
Beach and Morningside Recovery, LLC.
C. CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
4. CITY HALL AND LIMITED OFF -SITE HOLIDAY CLOSURE (DECEMBER
24, 2011 THROUGH JANUARY 2, 2012) (C -2051, C -2056, C -2058, C, -2059, C-
2060, C -2065, C -2932, C- 2946). [381100 -20111 Approve closing the City Hall
complex and provide limited City services at off -site facilities beginning Saturday,
December 24, 2011 through and including Monday, January 2, 2012 (the proposed
City Hall closure does not apply to public safety or other essential functions that
provide necessary municipal services).
5. LOWER BUCK GULLY RESTORATION PROJECT - AWARD OF
CONTRACT NO. 3780. [381100 -2011] a) Approve the project drawings and
specifications; b) award Contract No. 3780 to Environmental Construction, Inc. for
the total bid price of $1,188,558.36, and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to
execute the contract; and c) establish a contingency of $181,441.64 (approximately
15 percent) to cover the cost of unforeseen work.
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6. REQUEST TO SELL CITY -OWNED PROPERTY IN FRONT OF 412
CARNATION AVENUE (C4878). [381100 -2011] a) Conditionally approve the
sale of the City -owned property in front of 412 Carnation Avenue to the property
owner's of 412 and 412Y, Carnation Avenue as described in the agreement for
purchase and sale of real property; and b) authorize the City Manager to execute
the agreement for purchase and sale of real property on behalf of the City.
2010 -2011 SIDEWALK, CURB & GUTTER RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT -
COMPLETION AND ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT NO. 4561. [381100-
2011] a) Accept the completed work and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice
of Completion; b) 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 c) release the Faithful Performance Bond
one year after Council acceptance.
D. MISCELLANEOUS
8. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA FOR AUGUST 4, 2011. [100 -2011]
Receive and file written report.
9. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AFFAIRS CITIZENS ADVISORY
COMMITTEE (EQAC) APPOINTMENTS AND DIRECTIVE TO REVIEW
THE NEWPORT BANNING RANCH DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT. [100 -2011] a) Confirm Council Member Hill's appointment of Debbie
Stevens as an at -large member of the Environmental Quality Affairs Citizens
Advisory Committee; b) confirm Council Member Hill's appointment of Barbara
Thibault as the District 3 seat on the Environmental Quality Affairs Citizens
Advisory Committee; c) confirm the Mayor's appointment of Debbie Stevens as the
Chairperson of the Environmental Quality Affairs Citizens Advisory Committee;
and d) direct the Environmental Quality Affairs Citizens Advisory Committee to
review and submit comments on the draft Environmental Impact Report for the
Newport Banning Ranch project.
10. SUPPLEMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES FUND
( SLESF). [100 -20111 a) Authorize the City of Newport Beach (Police
Department) to join Orange County's group application for SLESF funding to the
State of California for FY 11/12 and for the Chief of Police to execute on behalf of
the City any documents necessary to apply for and accept SLESF funding; and b)
approve Budget Amendment 12BA -004 increasing revenue projections in the
SLESF Fund, 128 -4809, by $100,000, and increasing expenditure appropriations in
the SLESF Fund Salary Reimbursement Account, 1280 -7095, by $100,000.
11. LETTER TO COSTA MESA EXPRESSING CONCERNS REGARDING
PROPOSED HELISTOP - 3132 AIRWAY AVENUE, COSTA MESA. [100-
2011] Receive and file.
Regarding Item 11 (Proposed Helistop at 3132 Airway Avenue, Costa Mesa), Council Member
Daigle reported that due to the advocacy by the Costa Mesa Planning Commission and the City
Council, the City was able to obtain a denial for a Costa Mesa project that would have increased
the adverse impacts from a helipad.
City Attorney Hunt announced clerical errors relative to Item 6 (Request to Sell City -Owned
Property in Front of 412 Carnation Avenue) as it relates to the APN number and added language
to the Quitclaim Deed.
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Peggy Haidl believed that Item 6 impacts her property and that she would be interested in
purchasing it. Mayor Henn requested that staff contact Ms. Haidl to review her concerns and
discuss available options.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Gardner, seconded by Council Member Rosansky to approve
the Consent Calendar, and noting the amendment to Item 6.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Gardner, Mayor Henn,
Council Member Selich, Council Member Curry, Council Member Daigle
XIII. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR - None
XIV. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Barbara Peters expressed concern relative to the Planning Commission and Community
Development Director's actions related to 3002 Breakers. City Attorney Hunt stated that the two
determinations were made prior to Community Development Director Brandt assuming the role as
Director, but were made appropriately and consistent with the ordinance. Mayor Henn affirmed
that City Attorney Hunt and Assistant City Attorney Mulvihill were comfortable with the
determination and conclusions made on that issue.
Tim Stoaks and Dr. Gloria Alkire extended an invitation to everyone to attend the September 15
AnFair event and upcoming AirFair meetings. They indicated that AirFair's mission is to educate
the community regarding negative impacts as a result of JWA expansions.
Nancy Laurant- Sanchez spoke in support of continuing the CERT program.
Jim Mosher expressed concern relative to the termination of the agreement with Morningside
Recovery and noted that the agreement did not receive Coastal Commission approval. City
Attorney Hunt reported that the subject property development is not deemed a development under
the California Coastal Act.
Corrine Spence spoke in opposition to potentially contracting out refuse services.
Robin Kohler requested that the City Council adopt an ordinance which would ban the sale of dogs
and cats in Newport Beach.
Kelly Sawyer spoke against the sale of dogs and cats through means other than authorized and
certified breeders.
Tomidan Jordan spoke in opposition to the contracting out of City services, including refuse
operations.
XV. ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
Council Member Hill reported on the Lido Village Citizens Advisory Panel and their work to move
forward with the Lido Village revitalization area. He also mentioned that the Corona del Mar
Citizens Advisory Panel will review the MacArthur Boulevard/Coast Highway intersection during
its first meeting.
Council Member Rosansky announced that the Council Redistricting Committee will be bringing
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forward redistricting proposals to Council for review and approval at one of the meetings in
September.
Mayor Pro Tem Gardner stated that Bicycle Safety Committee meeting will be held on September
12, but normally meets the first Monday of the month.
Council Member Curry announced the Finance Committee schedule and mentioned that the City
has received positive assessment valuations during all the years of the recession.
XVI. PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. NERO PROPERTY AMENDMENTS (PA2011 -061) - 105 15TH STREET -
AMENDMENTS TO THE GENERAL PLAN, COASTAL LAND USE PLAN, AND
THE ZONING MAP TO CHANGE THE DESIGNATIONS OF THE SUBJECT
PROPERTY FROM TWO -UNIT RESIDENTIAL (RT, RT -D AND R -2) TO MIXED -
USE HORIZONTAL (MU -H4, MU -H AND MU -CV /15TH ST) LAND USE
DESIGNATIONS. [100 -2011]
Community Development Director Brandt noted that the Planning Commission
unanimously approved the recommended action. Senior Planner Garcia presented the
staff report and a PowerPoint presentation to discuss the proposed amendment, show the
vicinity map, and highlight the code amendment summary.
In response to Council questions, Senior Planner Garcia reported that the General Plan
requires abatement of non - residential units and noted the subject property is similar to the
matter related to the Frog House. He further noted that there were about 15 properties
that would require amendments or extensions to the abatement period, and that seven
properties have not initiated the process.
Mayor Henn opened the public hearing.
Morrie Nero, applicant, discussed the history of this property and that compliance with the
General Plan would require a complete demolition and rebuild of the property.
Hearing no further testimony, Mayor Henn closed the public hearing.
Motion by Council Member Rosanskv, seconded by Council Member Hill to a)
adopt Resolution No. 2011 -85 approving General Plan Amendment No. GP2011 -004 and
Local Coastal Plan mendment No. LC2011 -003; and b) introduce Ordinance No. 2011 -21
approving Code Amendment No. CA2011 -007, and pass to second reading for adoption on
September 13, 2011.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tern Gardner, Mayor
Henn, Council Member Selich, Council Member Curry, Council Member Daigle
13. MARINER'S POINTE (PA2010 -114) - AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION'S DECISION TO DENY A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (GPA)
AND RELATED DISCRETIONARY APPLICATIONS TO ACCOMMODATE THE
DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW TWO -STORY COMMERCIAL BUILDING AND A
THREE -STORY PARKING STRUCTURE [SUBSEQUENT TO THE PLANNING
COMMISSION'S ACTION ON THE PROJECT, THE APPLICANT HAS MODIFIED
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THE PROJECT REDUCING THE GROSS FLOOR AREA FROM 23,015 SQUARE
FEET (APPROX 0.7 FAR) TO 19,905 SQUARE FEET (APPROX. 0.6 FAR) AND
ELIMINATING THE NEED TO UTILIZE OFF -SITE PARKING]. [100 -2011)
Community Development Director Brandt stated that this item would require multiple
actions by Council. Senior Planner Murillo utilized a PowerPoint presentation to discuss
the existing site conditions, the original proposal, Planning Commission concerns, the
modified project, required applications and approvals, City Council options, neighboring
resident concerns, Planning Commission denial, the appeal, project studies, and a
correction to Condition No. 7.
In response to Council questions, Senior Planner Murillo discussed the roofing scheme,
signage, the Council policy which allows the use of sidewalks for outdoor dining, and the
procedure for the public hearing. He noted that if the development is approved, each
restaurant must request its own Conditional Use Permit (CUP), and added that other uses
would be limited to operating hours concluding at 11:00 p.m. He also responded to
inquiries related to the architectural design and various project amenities, and mentioned
the reduction in the number of curb cuts.
Council Member Daigle stated that the approvals related to this project will affect the
development of other properties along Mariner's Mile. She expressed concern regarding
the development's proposed parking scheme and requested additional information on the
parking management plan.
Mayor Henn opened the public hearing.
Tod Ridgeway, representing the applicant, introduced the owners of VBAS, Glen and Eva
Verdult.
Eva Verdult, owner of Mariner's Pointe, described the proposed development, stated that
VBAS sees the project as a major destination for residents and visitors, and assured
Council that they will seek to obtain only the finest restaurants and retailers as tenants.
She stated that the development would also be the site of their flagship jewelry store and
will revitalize Mariner's Mile. She expressed hope that the project will be supported by the
residents and Council.
Mr. Ridgeway displayed a PowerPoint presentation which detailed various aspects of the
project, including the changes based on recommendations from the Planning Commission,
residents, and staff, the reduced overall square footage, the top level parking for valet and
employees, the parking roof which will block noise and light impacts to.the surrounding
neighborhoods, and the reduced restaurant and medical space.
Tod Stoutenborough, project architect, continued the PowerPoint presentation and stated
that the project was developed based on over 1' /z years of input and meetings with the City,
residents, Traffic Engineer, landowners, and various other stakeholders. He presented the
scale of the project, the enclosed parking structure, the architectural and design elements
that would mitigate the size and project massing of the project, the striping plan, and the
various heights of the project. He added that the ingress of the building is from the Coast
Highway side and that there is no ingress from the residential side of the project. He
further mentioned that due to the roof enclosure of the parking structure, the parking
structure square footage is now added to the total square footage of the project. He
described the site study analysis and stated that there is no impediment to the water view
for those who live on the bluffs. He further stated that there will be 48 tandem parking
spaces, the project had a thorough parking study, patrons will be self - parking until 4:00
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p.m. or 5:00 p.m., after which valet service begins, and noted that the tandem spaces on
the upper level were reserved for employees.
Senior Planner Murillo responded regarding the heights that are allowable given sloped
versus flat roofs and the site review process. He indicated that the proposed project is
within the limits allowed by the Municipal Code.
Council Member Daigle inquired whether the developers considered off -site parking for the
project.
Kynn Knight, Sunset Parking, stated that individuals who self -park and leave their
vehicles after the commencement of valet parking would not be towed. He acknowledged
that his company completed a thorough parking management study and stated that
appropriate signage would be used as a deterrent. He concluded that the parking
management study was evaluated based on maximum parking capacity, although it is his
belief that maximum capacity would be a rarity Jor this project. He stated that in his
experience, employees assigned to tandem parking spaces typically self- assign parking
based upon their job so that getting in and out of the parking lot is not an issue. He
mentioned that the City Engineer reviewed the proposed parking plan and several changes
were made. He also noted that conditions of approval would be built into the application
which would require a revised parking management plan should additional or alternative
tenants participate in the project.
Mr. Ridgeway mentioned the meetings held with Caltrans in order to provide options for
bicycles, cleaning of the sidewalk, creating an easier transition into the project, and the
placement of signs.
Ned McCune, Chair of the Mariner's Mile Business Association, spoke in support of the
Mariner's Pointe development and the revitalization of the area.
Jim Crocenzi spoke in support of the Mariner's Pointe development proposal.
Maury DeWald spoke regarding the history of the project,. including Caltrans involvement
and the size of the project. He believed that the project is too big for the parcel size.
Steven James spoke in support of the Mariner's Pointe development proposal.
Nancy Laurant- Sanchez spoke in support of the Mariner's Pointe development proposal.
Cameron Merage, adjacent commercial property owner, believed that the proposed project
will increase the negative impacts to the community and recommended that Council deny
the project. He submitted a rebuttal response which included the massing of roof
structures and setbacks, the blocking of open space views, increased building heights, and
more shadow on the adjacent properties.
Albert Hannah spoke in support of the Mariner's Pointe development proposal.
Laura Torbox, adjacent property owner, spoke in opposition to the Mariner's Pointe
development proposal and stated that she would like to see additional mitigations.
David Heartman spoke in support of the Mariner's Pointe development proposal.
Tony Shaw spoke in support of the Mariner's Pointe development proposal.
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Tom Lally spoke in opposition to the Mariner's Pointe development proposal.
John Sturgess spoke in support of the Mariner's Pointe development proposal.
Jack Geerlings spoke in opposition to the Mariner's Pointe development proposal
Jason Uyarkian spoke in support to the Mariner's Pointe development proposal.
Michelle Ludante spoke in support to the Mariner's Pointe development proposal
Hearing no further testimony, Mayor Henn closed the public hearing.
Community Development Director Brandt clarified that any restaurant within the
development will require Conditional Use Permits and an Operator's License.
Council Member Selich stated that he appealed this project to Council and believed that
the applicant has done a good job of addressing the concerns that were raised by the
Planning Commission with regard to size and parking management. He stated that
approval of this project would set the standard for development along Mariner's Mile and
suggested amendments to the Conditions of Approval to ensure the quality of the
architecture and landscaping plan.
Motion by Council Member Selich, seconded by Council Member Curry to a) adopt
Resolution No. 2011 -86 approving the revised project by 1) adopting the Mitigated
Negative Declaration, including the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, 2)
finding that, based on the weight of the evidence in the administrative record, including
Traffic Study No. TS2011 -001, that the Project complies with the Traffic Phasing
Ordinance (TPO), and 3) approving General Plan Amendment No. GP2010 -009, Site
Development Review No. SR2010 -001, Conditional Use Permit No. 2010 -024, Variance No.
2010 -004, and Parcel Map No. 2010 -008, subject to findings and conditions; and b)
introduce Ordinance No. 2011 -22 approving Code Amendment No. CA2010 -009, and pass
to second reading for adoption on September 13, 2011.
Mayor Pro Tem Garner stated her belief that the development as proposed was too
massive for the area.
Council Member Hill stated that the project was not too big for the site and believed that
the Mariner's Mile area will slowly begin to transition from rural to a more urban setting.
He noted that the project is scaled into the bluff, which masks the massing, and that the
conditions placed on the project will allow the City to monitor adverse impacts. He
believed that the project will actually reduce current noise levels for the residents living
above Coast Highway and indicated that he liked the reduced size and scale of the project.
Council Member Curry noted that there have been substantial mitigations submitted with
the project and that any restaurant in the project can be conditioned through the permit
process. He emphasized that if Council is serious about economic revitalization, they need
to begin now by approving projects such as this one.
Council Member Daigle stated the General Plan was an important issue in 2006 and that
Council needs to keep its promises and parameters set during that process. She stated that
she would prefer the project to return to the Planning Commission and be developed
within the .5 Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and existing height limits. She noted that she is not
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in favor of exceeding what the General Plan currently allows.
Council Member Selich suggested modifications to Conditions of Approval Nos. 1, 4, 20 and
21, which would require additional specifications regarding the materials to be used,
colors, window treatments, a detailed landscaping plan (including plant species), and the
heights for the project.
Mr. Ridgeway stated that the amended Conditions of Approval were acceptable.
Amended motion by Council Member Selich, seconded by Council Member Curry
to a) adopt Resolution No. 2011 -86 approving the revised project by 1) adopting the
Mitigated Negative Declaration, including the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program, 2) finding that, based on the weight of the evidence in the administrative record,
including Traffic Study No. TS2011 -001, that the Project complies with the Traffic Phasing
Ordinance (TPO), and 3) approving General _Plan Amendment No. GP2010 -009, Site
Development Review No. SR2010 -001, Conditional Use Permit No. 2010 -024, Variance No.
2010 -004, and Parcel Map No. 2010 -D08, subject to amended findings and conditions as
proposed; and c) introduce Ordinance No. 2011 -22 approving Code Amendment No.
CA2010 -009, and pass to second reading for adoption on September 13, 2011.
The amended motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hill. Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Henn, Council Member
Selich, Council Member Curry
Noes: Mayor Pro Tern Gardner, Council Member Daigle
XVII. CURRENT BUSINESS
14. QUARTERLY BUSINESS REPORT (QBR) UPDATE. [100 -2011)
City Manager Kiff provided a staff report, stating that support costs for Boards,
Commissions, and. Committees were disclosed in the QBR and will be added to all future
reports. In addition, he stated that information will be added to the report based on the
City's year -end closing numbers. He indicated that the report will be posted on the City's
website.
Mayor Henn expressed support for the addition of the Boards, Commissions, and
Committees costs. and pointed out the large amount of staff resources required to support
these bodies. He also expressed support for staff's immediate action to pursue the
acquisition of Coast Highway and to explore alternatives to keep the project moving
forward.
Public Works Director Badum discussed various alternatives, including separating parts of
the project to continue the forward progress. He stated that it is clear that the City does
not want to pursue ownership of the bridge over the Back Bay, but requested to be
provided with maintenance and other related costs. He acknowledged that the City must
review all facts related to the various street acquisition projects prior to moving forward.
15. RESPONSE TO THE ORANGE COUNTY GRAND JURY - "COMPENSATION
STUDY OF ORANGE COUNTY CITIES." [100 -20111
City Manager Kiff noted that the City is required to respond to this Grand Jury report.
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Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Gardner, seconded by Council Member Curry to
authorize the Mayor to send a response to the Presiding Judge.
Jim Mosher expressed concern regarding the availability of public records and contracts
related to compensation, and believed that the City provides disproportionately large
salaries for similar jobs conducted in comparison cities.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Gardner, Mayor
Henn, Council Member Selich, Council Member Curry, Council Member Daigle
XVIII. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION - None
XIX. ADJOURNMENT - Adjourned at 10:21 p.m, in memory of former City Manager Kevin
Murphy, Robert 'Bob" Sattler, and Irwin Haydock
The agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on August 4, 2011, at 3:26 p.m on the
City Hall Bulletin Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach Administration
Building.
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