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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/26/2012 - Study SessionCity Council Minutes City Council Study Session June 26, 2012 — 4:00 p.m. I. ROLL CALL - 4:00 p.m. Present: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner, Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle Council Member Daigle arrived at 4:02 p.m. II. CURRENT BUSINESS CLARIFICATION OF ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR. Regarding Item No. 10 (City Insurance Renewals — July 1, 2012 — June 30, 2013), Council Member Heim asked if staff used the competitive bid process and requested an answer prior to the Regular. Council meeting. In response to Mayor Gardner's question regarding Item No. 4 (Cooperative Agreement to implement Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Programs for Nutrients, Fecal Coli Form Bacteria and Toxics in the Newport Bay Watershed), Deputy Public Works Director Webb noted that Santa Ana has agreed on the new percentages. Regarding her question on Item No. 5 (Request to Retain Private Improvements in the Public Right-Of-Way at 1539 Sylvia Lane), Deputy Public Works Director Webb reported that there is no existing sidewalk on the encroachment. Regarding her question on Item No. 6 (Newport Beach Civic Center and Park Project — Approve Purchase of Civic Center FF &E), Public Works Director Badum explained that the "Mother's room" listed in the staff report is now a Code requirement for all new buildings. 2. LOUD AND UNRULY GATHERING ORDINANCE ("LUGO") AND FOURTH OF JULY UPDATE. Police Lieutenant Brouwer presented a PowerPoint presentation on the City's Loud and Unruly Gathering Ordinance (LUGO) addressing the history, goals of the ordinance, resources needed to respond to loud party calls, overview of the ordinance, process, citations to date, revenue and collections to date, subsequent actions by owners, multiple citation sites, appeals process, a map of locations issued a LUGO citation, party calls to NBPD before and after LUGO, approximate savings for less response needs to party calls, overall citizen reaction, and steps moving forward. In addition, he addressed requests from other cities and agencies that have adopted a similar ordinance. In response to Mayor Gardner's question, Police Lieutenant Brouwer explained that curfew calls pertain to all parts of the City. He also stated that a property owner that was previously cited for violations on multiple properties went through the abatement process and the citation and posting was removed. Volume 60 - Page 490 City of Newport Beach City Council Study Session June 26, 2012 Council Member Henn expressed his appreciation to the Police Department and staff for implementing the ordinance. Police Lieutenant Sailor provided a PowerPoint presentation on the 4th of July event that addressed statistics of citations issued last year, the vision, action steps, 2012 Enforcement Philosophy, safety enhancement zone, 2012 changes including limited street closures, and equestrian deployment. He addressed the number of officers to be deployed, law enforcement, and community outreach. Recreation Manager Lohr presented information on the three events planned for this year including 4th of July for Families, the Mariner's Park Parade and Celebration, and the Fireworks Extravaganza. He presented details of each event including location, hours, and features. Council Member Rosansky announced that there is a 4th of July event at the Dunes which includes a concert by the Bangles. Council Member Henn commented positively on the activities and Police enforcement. He commended residents for their efforts in ensuring the success of the events and noted that the Police Department has done a great job ensuring a high quality of life in the City. 3. REVIEW OF DRAFT GENERAL PLAN, COASTAL LAND USE PLAN, AND ZONING DESIGNATIONS FOR THE NEWPORT BEACH CITY HALL COMPLEX, INCLUDING FIRE STATION 2, LOCATED AT 3300 NEWPORT BOULEVARD AND 475 32ND STREET. Council Member Henn stated that, although he did not believe he has a conflict, in light of the fact that he has a business relationship with a business in Via Lido Plaza, he will recuse himself from the item. He then left the Chambers. Principal Planner Campbell provided a PowerPoint presentation that addressed the existing City Hall complex, site information, and documents to be amended. He added that there will be a need for amendments to the General Plan, Coastal Land Use Plan, and Zoning Code. He addressed proposed permitted uses, limitations regarding densities, hotel - related uses, and height limits. He reported that he received six emails regarding the item; some in support of hotels, others not and some suggesting additional public outreach. In response to Council Member Sehch's inquiry regarding the Coastal Commission policy on setting aside a certain percentage of affordable hotel rooms, Senior Planner Campbell reported that it was in relation to time shares that were part of the Hyatt project. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Curry's question, Principal Planner Campbell reported that the presentation includes a broad list of uses with maximum intensities, noted that the public will decide what is feasible through the public participation process, and added that the analysis will be done after the amendments and creation of land use entitlements. Council Member Hill noted that during the conceptual Master Plan work for the CAP, an economic consultant was involved and looked at the highest and best -use alternatives. Senior Planner Campbell affirmed that a consultant focused on marketability of residential use for the area as well as other retail components and noted that more detailed work is needed when the project gets developed. In response to Council Member Daigle's question, Senior Planner Campbell addressed next Volume 60 - Page 491 City of Newport Beach City Council Study Session June 26, 2012 steps in the process highlighting details of two concurrent paths for next steps. In response to Mayor Gardner's question, Senior Planner Campbell stated that the Coastal Commission will definitely have an opinion about what they think the use should be, noted that they will review the project as a Coastal Development permit, and suggested that the City determine the land use entitlements first, before proceeding with a development project. Leland Iverson expressed opposition to the development of apartments and parking structure for the site. He believed that an upscale, destination hotel would serve to revitalize the area and listed the benefits. Mayor Pro Tem Curry stated that in speaking to various hotel developers, they have indicated that the site would not work for a destination hotel but would be suitable for one more like Best Western. Bettina Deininger expressed support for a resort/destination village and expressed opposition to an apartment complex. Chuck Brewer expressed opposition to building an apartment complex on the site and urged Council to look at it as a "real nice" development. Linda Klein read a letter from Patricia Hilton of Hilton Builders in support of developing a boutique hotel at the existing City Hall property. Dave Rhodes expressed support for revitalizing the area and expressed opposition for a mixed use or residential complex. Denys Oberman presented a "unified appeal" on the part of the Lido Island, Balboa Peninsula, and West Newport to try to revitalize the area. She referenced a recent study noting that the study mischaracterized the total available market, total population, and average age of Lido. She expressed support for a boutique hotel in the area. David Diamond inquired about low income type units and indicated that he opposed the movement of the Fire Department from the area. Dan Purcell encouraged Council to wait on making a decision on the issue. Al Mari, Assistant Manager of the Newport Beach Farmers' Market, expressed support of a hotel development in the existing City Hall site. Cindy Fuller expressed support For building a boutique hotel in the existing City Hall site and expressed opposition to building an apartment complex with a parking garage on the site. Mike Brant- Zawadzki encouraged Council to carefully consider the area and the legacy it will leave behind. Lori Morris expressed support for developing a boutique hotel in the area noting it is a great opportunity to create a beautiful legacy for the City. Jerry Conrad expressed support for developing a boutique hotel in the area. Hugh Helm addressed the importance of the property, expressed support for developing a boutique hotel on the Lido Marina Village site rather than the City Hall site, and referenced the results of a survey of Lido Village residents. Volume 60 - Page 492 City of Newport Beach City Council Study Session June 26, 2012 Carter Ford encouraged Council to take careful consideration of the project and suggested that a three - dimensional model be developed. City Manager Kiff asked Council for direction regarding narrowing down the options available to subsequently issue a Request for Proposal (RFP). Mayor Gardner noted that she is not ready to decide without a proper economic analysis of the various options. In response to Council Member Selich's question, Senior Planner Campbell stated that two separate processes were envisioned but that it can be one process. He added that staff was hoping to get certainty with the entitlements approved by the Coastal Commission and then refine the project with specific development plans. Council Member Selich expressed support for getting the Land Use Plan decided and not approaching the Coastal Commission until the project is determined because of the costs and length of time involved in presenting to the Coastal Commission twice. Mayor Gardner and Council Member Rosansky expressed support for Council Member Selich's suggestion. Council Member Rosansky suggested that several RFPs be prepared for review to see what makes sense for the City. He addressed possible income streams with the various options and his desire to review the item as soon as possible. Council Member Hill stated that he is not in support of a reactive process in going to multiple RPPs, but rather a proactive process by identifying the highest and best use that is achievable. He believed that the possibility of a hotel is important which will bring the type of visitor to the community that is important to the overall village. He addressed discussions by the CAP and its conclusion that, although a hotel is a much needed asset in the general area, many developers have indicated that a hotel will not work on the City Hall site. Council Member Daigle believed that the Land Use Plan and the development should be presented to the Coastal Commission at one time and suggested developing the RFP to be as flexible as possible. Council Member Selich referenced previous discussions regarding the Concept Plan and believed that from a planning and land -use perspective, the hotel should be developed on the site where it will provide the best chance of succeeding. He added that the project should be looked at from a land -use standpoint and that trying to seek multiple private- sector proposals is a waste in time. Mayor Gardner agreed that the Coastal Commission should be approached one time on the matter and expressed concern with the concept of housing over parking and a public parking structure. Mayor Pro Tem Curry believed that an economic analysis relative to the possibility of a hotel in the area is warranted and noted that a better definition is needed regarding housing options on the site. In response to Council Member Selich's question, City Manager Kiff stated that a consultant will be hired right away and that staff will return to Council with a report that will integrate Volume 60 - Page 493 City of Newport Beach City Council Study Session June 26, 2012 the process and direct staff to prepare an RFP. III. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None John Thomlinson, President of the Apartment Association of Orange County, addressed the LUGO ordinance and thanked the City and Police Department for their work. He spoke in opposition to the penalties imposed on property owners because of loud and unruly tenants and urged Council to work with staff to modify LUGO to remove the fines that impact property owners. Regarding Closed Session Item II.A., Jim Mosher stated that an agreement had been reached previously and wondered why the item is still listed under Closed Session and asked that the negotiators be listed on the agenda. Council Member Daigle indicated that she too would appreciate the negotiators being listed on the agenda. IV. ADJOURNMENT - 5:45 p.m. The agenda for the Study Session was posted on June 21, 2012, at 3:05 p.m. on the City Hall Bulletin Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach Administration Building. City Clerk 40k- - Recording Secretary Volume 60 - Page 494