HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/09/2023 - Regular MeetingCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
City Council Meeting Minutes
Regular Meeting
May 9, 2023
I. ROLL CALL - 4:00 p.m.
Present: Mayor Noah Blom, Mayor Pro Tem Will O'Neill, Council Member Brad Avery, Council Member
Robyn Grant, Council Member Lauren Kleiman, Council Member Joe Stapleton, Council
Member Erik Weigand
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jim Mosher expressed his reasons for opposing the suggested amendment to Chapter 5.95 (Short Term
Lodging Permit) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code under Matters for a Future Agenda (Item XII).
City Attorney Harp announced that the City Council would adjourn to Closed Session to
discuss the items listed on the Closed Session agenda and read the titles.
IV. CLOSED SESSION - Council Chambers Conference Room
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
EXISTING LITIGATION (Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1)): 3 matters
State Farm General Insurance Company vs. City of Newport Beach
Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2022-01279624-CU-PO-CJC
Marshall Senk et. al. vs. City of Newport Beach
Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2022-01297253-CU-PO-CJC
Marshall Senk et. al. vs. City of Newport Beach
Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2023-01321223-CU-PO-NJC
B. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
(Government Code § 54956.8): 1 matter
Property: The American Legion Newport Harbor Post No. 291, located at 215 15th Street, Newport
Beach California, 92663.
City Negotiators: Seimone Jurjis, Community Development Director, and Lauren Wooding
Whitlinger, Real Property Administrator.
Negotiating Parties: Evin D. Planto on behalf of the American Legion.
Under Negotiation: Instruction to City Negotiators regarding price and terms of payment.
IV. RECESSED - 4:03 p.m.
V. RECONVENED AT 5:00 P.M. FOR REGULAR MEETING
VI. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Noah Blom, Mayor Pro Tem Will O'Neill, Council Member Brad Avery, Council Member
Robyn Grant, Council Member Lauren Kleiman, Council Member Joe Stapleton, Council
Member Erik Weigand
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VII. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Harp reported that no reportable actions were taken.
VIII. INVOCATION— President Daniel M. Livingston, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,
Newport Beach
IX. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Mayor Blom
X. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
XI. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON
COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
Council Member Kleiman:
• Traveled with Mayor Blom, City Attorney Harp, and Assistant City Manager Finnigan to
Washington, D.C. to lobby for community engagement for the Federal Aviation Administration's
(FAA) Reauthorization Bill
• Attended the Aviation Noise and Emissions Symposium and Southern California Association of
Governments (SCAG) Regional Conference and General Assembly
Council Member Stapleton:
• Participated in a book reading during National Library Week and toured Fire Station 1 and the
Balboa Library
• Attended the Harbor Summit with Harbor Master Blank, the Newport Beach Chamber Scholarship
Awards dinner, the Newport Beach Police Scholarship Foundation Awards presentation, the
Distinguished Citizens Program, the Orange County Kids Run, and the American Legion Yacht
Club and Newport Beach Yacht Club opening days
• Announced National Safe Boater week from May 20 to May 26, 2023 and Wear Your Life Jacket to
Work day on May 19, 2023
Council Member Grant:
• Attended Toddler Storytime during National Library Week, the Newport Beach Chamber of
Commerce Scholarship Awards dinner, an Arbor Day tree planting with third -grade students from
Anderson Elementary School, a meeting with the Chair of the United Way's commission to end
homelessness, American Legion Law and Order banquet, and a tour of Buck Gully with the Irvine
Ranch Conservancy
Council Member Weigand:
• Attended National Library Week at the Mariners Branch Library, the Newport Beach Chamber of
Commerce Scholarship Awards dinner, the Arbor Day tree planting event at Anderson Elementary
School, and a tour of the Balboa Library and Fire Station
Council Member Avery:
• Attended the Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race Kick-off with Mayor Pro Tem O'Neill
at the Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club and the Newport Harbor Yacht Club opening day
Mayor Pro Tem O'Neill:
• Hosted a Girl Scout troop last week in the Council Chambers
• Attended an interfaith prayer breakfast
• Announced a Finance Committee meeting on May 11, 2023 and Public Safety Day on May 13, 2023
• Wished all mothers a Happy Mother's Day
Mayor Blom:
• Utilized a slide to share Boards and Commissions openings and noted the deadline to submit an
application is May 10, 2023
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XII. MATTERS WHICH COUNCIL MEMBERS HAVE ASKED TO BE PLACED ON A FUTURE
AGENDA (NON -DISCUSSION ITEM)
• With two years in operation, evaluate the Boardwalk Ambassador Program and consider
options/alternatives to effectively manage the boardwalk for the upcoming summer
season [Stapleton]
The City Council unanimously concurred to bring the matter back at a future meeting.
Consider amending Chapter 5.95 (Short Term Lodging Permit) of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code to require that, at least once every three years, owners of a short-term
lodging unit make a minimum reinvestment in their property of at least ten percent of
the rent collected from the short-term rental of their property during the preceding
three years. Newly constructed lodging units would be exempt from this requirement for
five years following the receipt of a certificate of occupancy [Blom]
The City Council unanimously concurred to bring the matter back at a future meeting.
XIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CONSENT CALENDAR
Regarding Item 4 (Revised City Council Policy G-1, Retention, Removal, and Maintenance of City Trees),
Jim Mosher requested clarification about the appeal process for decisions made by the Parks, Beaches
and Recreation Commission.
XIV. CONSENT CALENDAR
READING OF MINUTES AND ORDINANCES
1. Minutes for the April 25, 2023 City Council Meeting [100-20231
Waive reading of subject minutes, approve as written, and order filed.
2. Reading of Ordinances
Waive reading in full of all ordinances under consideration and direct the City Clerk to read by title
only.
RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION
3. Pulled from the Consent Calendar
4. Resolution No. 2023-26: Adopting Revised City Council Policy G-1 (Retention, Removal,
and Maintenance of City Trees) [100-20231
a) Determine this action is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15304 (Minor Alterations to Land)
of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, because
the activities are in the classes of projects which have been determined not to have a significant
effect on the environment; and
b) Adopt Resolution No. 2023-26, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach,
California, Adopting Revised City Council Policy_G-1 _(Retention,_ Removal and Maintenance of
City Trees).
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
5. Peninsula Encroachment Removal Project - Notice of Completion for Contract No. 8814-
1 (22M14) [381100-20231
a) Accept the completed work and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for the
project;
b) Authorize the City Clerk to release the Labor and Materials Bond 65 days after the Notice of
Completion has been recorded in accordance with applicable portions of Civil Code; and
c) Release Faithful Performance Bond one year after acceptance by the City Council.
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6. Award of On -Call Maintenance/Repair Services Agreement with South Coast Industrial
Door, Inc. for Roll -up Doors and Gates (C-9286-1) [381100-2023]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Approve On -Call Maintenance and Repair Service Agreement with South Coast Industrial Door,
Inc. for a term of five -years and a total not -to -exceed cost of $675,000, and authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute the agreement.
7. Award of On -Call Maintenance and Repair Services Agreement with Animal Pest
Management Services, Inc. to Provide Vector Control Services for City Facilities and
Grounds (C- 9287-1) [381100-2023]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Approve On -Call Maintenance and Repair Services Agreement with Animal Pest Management
Services, Inc. for Vector Control Services for a term of five years and a total not -to -exceed
amount of $275,000, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement.
8. Approval to Purchase One Ford E-450 Type B Glaval Bus from A-Z Bus Sales (C-9288-1)
and Two Engine Driven Storm Water Pumps from Charles King Company (C-9288-2)
[381100-2023]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly;
b) Approve Purchase Order 22201093 for a Ford E-450 Type B Glaval Bus from A-Z Bus Sales, Inc.
for a total amount of $123,570.76;
c) Approve the Sole Source purchase of two Pioneer Engine Driven Storm Water Pumps from
Charles King Company of Signal Hill, the sole distributor for Pioneer Pumps in the Southern
California region, and authorize the execution of a Purchase Order for a total amount of
$255,745.97;
d) Approve Budget Amendment No. 23-066, appropriating $102,817 in increased expenditures in
Account No. 7529032-911016 (Rolling Equipment) from unappropriated fund balance reserves
within the Equipment Fund; and
e) Authorize a contingency of $19,000 (approximately 5% of total quotes) to cover the cost of
unforeseen changes to the current quotes.
9. Approval of Professional Services Agreement with KitchelUCEM, Inc. for Park Condition
Assessment and Park Maintenance Master Plan Services (C- 9289-1) [381100-2023]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Approve a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with KitchelUCEM, Inc. for Park Condition
Assessment and Park Maintenance Master Plan Services for a not -to -exceed amount of
$249,785, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Agreement.
MISCELLANEOUS
10. Planning Commission Agenda for the May 4, 2023 Meeting [100-2023]
Receive and file.
11. Confirmation of Appointments to the General Plan Advisory Committee [241100-2023]
a) Determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action
will not result in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; and
b) Confirm the General Plan Update Steering Committee's recommended appointments of Susan
DeSantis, Scott Laidlaw, and Harrison Rolfes to fill seats on the General Plan Advisory
Committee.
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Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Neill seconded by Council Member Stapleton, to approve the
Consent Calendar, except the item removed (Item 3).
The motion carried unanimously.
XV. ITEM REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
3. Resolution No. 2023-25: Initiating an Amendment to the Newport Place Planned
Community Development Plan to Reduce the Minimum Percentage of Affordable
Residential Units (PA2023-0082) [I00-2023]
Mayor Pro Tem O'Neill and Council Member Stapleton recused themselves due to real
property interest conflicts related to the Pacific Club.
Council Member Weigand relayed public concern for the amendment and in response to his request,
Community Development Director Jurjis reviewed the history, process, and steps associated with
this matter, and concurred that the resolution is intended to initiate the review process by the
Planning Commission and the City Council.
Council Member Grant expressed concern for not including this review in the Land Use and General
Plan Updates. Community Development Director Jurjis indicated that waiting would delay pending
housing project applications and confirmed that no projects have been built at the 30 percent
affordable housing rate.
Jim Mosher shared Council Member Grant's concern for the matter being brought forward
separately from the larger City updating process, noted the City had large Regional Housing Needs
Assessment (RHNA) requirements in the past, discussed challenges with meeting total housing
numbers if the affordable residential unit requirement is lowered, and thought it would be better if
the review was included with the airport area development.
Charles Klobe, Still Protecting Our Newport (SPON) President, asked Council to reject the item and
redirect staff to work towards the creation of an Airport Area Specific Plan with stakeholder
involvement.
Susan DeSantis, Good Neighbor Newport representative, expressed concern for the proposal,
meeting RHNA requirements, and housing units pushed into other areas of the City. She noted
challenges in the Land Use Element approval with this amendment and proposed increasing density
on projects to allow more affordability without reducing the inclusionary requirement from
30 percent to 15 percent.
Council Member Grant expressed her support for the review process, noted the importance of
looking at all aspects and considering alternatives to achieve the density requirements in the
affordable component, and asked staff to return to Council with alternatives.
Mayor Blom noted that not all projects are desirable, the recent 15 percent State density bonus
threshold, challenges with a higher City mandate, an interest in getting housing units built, and his
support for more studies and a review.
Motion by Mayor Blom, seconded by Council Member Avery, to a) determine this action
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15262
(Feasibility and Planning Studies) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations,
Title 14, Chapter 3; and b) adopt Resolution No. 2023-25, A Resolution of the City Council of the City
of Newport Beach, California, Initiating an Amendment to Newport Place Planned Community
Development Plan to Revise the Minimum Affordability Percentage of the Residential Overlay
(PA2023- 0082).
With Mayor Pro Tem O'Neill and Council Member Stapleton recusing themselves, the
motion carried 5-0.
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XVI. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
Andrew Dufresne, President of the Newport Harbor Lawn Bowling Club, shared his dismay for the lease
renewal negotiation process, asked Council to support a longer lease term in line with their past leases,
and invited Council and the public to an open house on May 13, 2023.
Steve Glyer, Vice President of the Newport Harbor Lawn Bowling Club, introduced the reigning female
National Lawn Bowling Champion, Anne Nunes, who is from the Newport Harbor Lawn Bowling Club,
shared statistics about the sport and Club, announced ways to participate in the sport, and invited
Council and the public to the open house on May 13, 2023.
Dr. Michael Fabricant advocated for the benefits of physical outdoor activity, shared his personal health
journey and current role at the Newport Harbor Lawn Bowling Club, noted the opportunities at the
OASIS Senior Center, discussed the benefits of lawn bowling, and encouraged Council to continue its
support of the Club.
Kathy Brown spoke about challenges related to social rehabilitation facilities, thanked City Attorney
Harp and Assistant City Manager Finnigan for their assistance, asked for audience members in support
of the matter to stand, outlined the steps she has taken to express her concerns and correspondence
with officials, and asked for the City to help the community with this matter.
Kim Bibb, realtor, shared reasons why social rehabilitation facilities do not fit in the neighborhood,
noted permit applications by Sierra Health, shared the rent amount for the vacant facility at
1585 Miramar Drive, and expressed concern for decreased property values by allowing social
rehabilitation facilities in neighborhoods.
Holly Bradford spoke on behalf of her family and a neighbor, shared her concerns for their safety living
near 1585 Miramar Drive, discussed social rehabilitation facilities issues, questioned the allowance of
a social rehabilitation facility in her neighborhood when previous violations exist with Sierra Health,
noted City ordinances that are supposed to protect against transient guests and short term rentals,
pointed out community outcry and opposition by officials, and asked for an update on where the City is
on this matter, how the City is accountable, and what can be done.
Mitchell Bradford questioned how mental acuity is tested for mentally handicapped people.
City Attorney Harp provided an update on what the City is doing to address residential care facility
issues, the City's concerns, and discussed opportunities to return local control, for improved
management of State -licensed facilities, the State department audits, and to partner with residents to
make changes.
XVII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
12. Ordinance Nos. 2023-4 and 2023-5: Code Amendments Related to Time Shares (2022-0202)
[100-2023]
Community Development Director Jurjis and Principal Planner Murillo utilized a presentation to
review fractional homeownership and Local Coastal Program (LCP) amendments related to time
_ shares, _background and previous dialogues, Council direction_ on March 14, 2023, the Planning
Commission recommendation on April 20, 2023, proposed amendments and definitions, time share
plan and regulations, revisions to Newport Beach Municipal Code (NBMC) Section 20.48.220(A),
display a map of current fractional ownerships, and highlight next steps and a timeline.
Mayor Blom opened the public hearing.
Jim Mosher questioned why the ordinance cannot go into effect 30 days after adoption, since the
provisions prohibiting the advertisement or management of a time share will not be presented to
the California Coastal Commission (CCC). He discussed CCC processes and recommended
instructing staff to return to Council in two weeks with the essence of the ordinance in a simplified
format to expedite the CCC approval process.
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Paul Watkins asked Council to adopt the recommendation by staff.
Purvi Doshi, Senior Manager of Public Affairs for Pacaso, opposed the ordinances and asked Council
to consider the letter submitted by their attorney, make a commitment to protect property rights,
and not move forward with the ordinance. She offered to partner with the City as a resource to
explore other regulatory options.
Maureen Cotton commended City staff for their work on the ordinances and supported Mr. Mosher's
suggestion to simplify the ordinance to decrease the CCC's approval process.
An unidentified speaker expressed support for Mr. Mosher's comments and expressed resident
concern for fractional ownerships.
An unidentified speaker asked Council to think about the residents first, make the process as
smooth as possible, and preserve the City.
Denys Oberman thanked staff and the City for their efforts, supported moving forward with
ordinance approval, and asked what assurances exist for the community that there will be no more
fractional ownerships during the CCC review period, reviewed multiple commercial revenue
streams for Pacaso and similar companies, and asked Council to clarify the effective date and next
steps.
An unidentified speaker noted residential opposition to fractional ownerships, asked Council to
represent the community and do the right thing, and noted that there are partnership opportunities
in a fractional ownership agreement.
Hearing no further testimony, Mayor Blom closed the public hearing.
Motion by Council Member Stapleton seconded by Council Member Avery, to a) find
proposed amendments to Titles 20 and 21 of the NBMC are not subject to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA
Guidelines, because it would not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change
in the environment and is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which
have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Additionally, the proposed
amendments to Titles 20 and 21 of the NBMC are categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15308
because the ordinances involve regulatory actions to assure protection of the environment; b) waive
full reading, direct the City Clerk to read by title only, introduce amended Ordinance No. 2023-4,
An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Approving an Amendment
to Title 20 (Planning and Zoning) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Related to Time Shares
(PA2022-0202), and pass to second reading on May 23, 2023; and c) waive full reading, direct the
City Clerk to read by title only, introduce Ordinance No. 2023-5, An Ordinance of the City Council
of the City of Newport Beach, California, Approving and Authorizing Submittal of a Local Coastal
Program Amendment to the California Coastal Commission Amending Title 21 (Local Coastal
Program Implementation Plan) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Related to Time Shares
(PA2022-0202), and pass to second reading on May 23, 2023.
In response -to Council Member Grant's question, Principal Planner Murillo outlined the timeline
and strategy for next steps.
The motion carried unanimously.
13. Ordinance No. 2023-6: A Code Amendment Updating Commercial Parking Requirements
(PA2021-104) [100-2023]
Mayor Blom recused himself due to business interest conflicts.
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Community Development Director Jurjis and Principal Planner Zdeba stated that Ezra Pincus -Roth
of Nelson\Nygaard Consultants is in attendance and utilized a presentation to discuss the
commercial parking code amendment, its origin, timeline, two -phased approach, bicycle -based
reductions, shared -mobility reductions, the revised restaurant parking ratio, creation of a
"fast -casual" use, the office parking ratio, administrative parking waiver by the Community
Development Director, limits on combining reductions and waivers, and next steps.
Council Member Avery reviewed chronic parking issue areas in the City, noted that as much parking
as possible should be provided in high use areas, and bike racks should be included. In response to
his question, Principal Planner Zdeba indicated that a more granular approach will take place
during phase two and used Balboa Island as an example.
Council Member Grant commended staff for their creativity and thoughtfulness on the plan. In
response to her questions, Principal Planner Zdeba and Community Development Director Jurjis
explained that any use permit can ask for a parking adjustment based on substantial evidence,
parking requirements exist regardless of the parking supply based on the NBMC, use permits are
reviewed when outdoor dining is requested, the Council previously took a position to allow continued
outdoor dining uses indefinitely on Marine Avenue on Balboa Island, some properties in Corona del
Mar are occupying the public sidewalk without a permit and are subject to enforcement, and all
other outdoor dining areas have returned to indoors.
Council Member Kleiman thanked staff for their work, noted a changed technological climate,
supported refreshing the parking code, and including alternate modes of transportation and
walkability in the General Plan Update. She noted the need for regional parking solutions and
relayed the Planning Commission's concern for medical parking requirements and consistency.
Mayor Pro Tem O'Neill opened the public hearing.
Jim Mosher suggested excluding "up to twenty seats" in the Takeout Service Fast Casual table so
that a future Council can more easily change the definition and threshold. He also questioned the
parking requirement increase when the seat count exceeds the Takeout Service Fast Casual
category, the parking requirement when the restaurant fits both fast food and fast casual
definitions, and the function of the Takeout Service Limited and Takeout Service Only definitions.
Hearing no further testimony, Mayor Pro Tem O'Neill closed the public hearing.
Council Member Stapleton commended staff and concurred with Council Member Kleiman's
thoughts on how technology is changing the game.
Motion by Council Member Kleiman, seconded by Council Member Stapleton, to a) find
the introduction and adoption of this ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with Section 20165 of the California Public Resources Code and
Sections 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), and 15378 of the California Code of Regulations, Title 14,
Division 6, Chapter 3 (CEQA Guidelines). The Code Amendment is also exempt pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects, which have the
potential for causing a significant effect on the environment; b) waive full reading, direct the City
Clerk to read by title only, introduce Ordinance No. 2023-6, An Ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Newport Beach, California, Amending Title 20 (Planning and Zoning) of the Newport Beach
Municipal Code Related to Commercial Parking (PA2"021=I04); and pass to secondreadingon
May 23, 2023; and c) adopt Resolution No. 2023-27, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Newport Beach, California, Authorizing Submittal of a Local Coastal Program Amendment to
Title 21(Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan) of the Newport Beach Municipal Code Related
to Commercial Parking (PA2021-104).
With Mayor Blom recusing himself, the motion carried 6-0.
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XVIII. CURRENT BUSINESS
14. Resolution Nos. 2023-28 and 2023-29: Assessment District No. 120-2 and Assessment
District No. 124 - Authorization of Limited Obligation Improvement Bonds [100-20231
Mayor Blom recused himself due to real property interest conflicts.
Jim Mosher reminded Council of Jamshed Dastur's previous bond issuance concerns for Assessment
District No. 124 as it related to the validity of financing cost assumptions and the extra costs for
later phases of the undergrounding.
Motion by Council Member Stapleton seconded by Council Member Kleiman, to
a) determine this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant
to Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because this action will not result
in a physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly; b) adopt Resolution No. 2023-28, A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Authorizing and Providing
for the Issuance of Bonds Pursuant to the Provisions of the Improvement Bond Act of 1915 for City of
Newport Beach Assessment District No. 120-2 and Approving Certain Documents and Authorizing
Certain Actions in Connection Therewith; c) adopt Resolution No. 2023-29, A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Newport Beach, California, Authorizing and Providing for the Issuance of
Bonds Pursuant to the Provisions of the Improvement Bond Act of 1915 for City of Newport Beach
Assessment District No. 124 and Approving Certain Documents and Authorizing Certain Actions in
Connection Therewith; and d) authorize the City Manager, the Finance Director, or their designee(s)
to take any and all actions necessary to execute and deliver any and all documents deemed necessary
or advisable in consultation with the City Attorney and Bond Counsel in order to carry out the intent
of the resolutions and the Bond Purchase Agreement.
With Mayor Blom recusing himself, the motion carried 6-0.
XIX. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION - None
XX. ADJOURNMENT - 6:49 p.m.
The agenda was posted on the City's website and on the City Hall electronic bulletin board
located in the entrance of the City Council Chambers at 100 Civic Center Drive on
May 4, 2023, at 4:00 p.m.
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Leilani I. Brown
City Clerk F.
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