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Home My WebLink About12/11/2012 - Regular MeetingCity Council Minutes Regular Meeting December 11, 2012 — 7:00 p.m. L STUDY SESSION - Cancelled II. CONVENED AT 7:00 P.M. FOR REGULAR MEETING III. ROLL CALL Present: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner, Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Council Member Rosansky V. INVOCATION -Reverend Peter D. Haynes, Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church VI. PRESENTATION Presentation of Gifts to Outgoing Council Member Steve Rosansky and Remarks by Outgoing Council Member Steve Rosansky Mayor Gardner presented outgoing Council. Member Rosansky with a Certificate of Special Recognition from Congressman John. Campbell's Office, Council Member Rosansky thanked his wife and family for their love, patience, support and sacrifice, his friends, City staff, and colleagues who have all contributed to his success. He thanked the residents for allowing him to serve, noting that service is a privilege, not a right, and stated what it has meant to him to make a difference in the City. He listed challenges faced and accomplishments made during his tenure and that his goal has been to leave the City better than he found it, and noted that achievements have been accomplished through collaboration and teamwork. Mayor Gardner and Members of Council commended Council Member Rosansky for his service, dedication, leadership and contributions, and wished him well in his future endeavors. Mayor Gardner acknowledged the attendance of outgoing City of Irvine Mayor Sukhee Kang. City Manager Miff commented on Council Member Rosansky's accomplishments, leadership and generosity. He wished him well on behalf of City staff. VII. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC VIII. CONSENT CALENDAR A. CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS Volume 60 - Page 678 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes December 11, 2012 L PROPOSED DONATION OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FOR A TOT LOT BY THE BALBOA PENINSULA POINT ASSOCIATION - APPROVAL OF ENCROACHMENT AND MAINTENANCE/REPAIR REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENTS (C- 5300). [381100- 2012). a) Waive Council Policy L -6, Private Encroachments in the Public Rights -of- Way, to allow non - standard improvements within the East Balboa Boulevard and Miramar Drive public rights -of -way; b) waive Council Policy B -17, Parks, Facilities, and Recreations Program Donations, to allow City Council to accept the donation of public amenities and to allow a donation plaque to exceed the recommended size; c) enter into an Encroachment Agreement and Maintenance/Repair Reimbursement Agreement with the Balboa Point Association, contingent upon all conditions of the Encroachment Permit process being met, and authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the Agreements; and d) waive all associated Encroachment Permit fees. B. MISCELLANEOUS 2. AMBULANCE TRANSPORT COT REPLACEMENT PURCHASE. [100 -20121 a) Approve the purchase of three Stryker Power -Pro XT Model 6506 battery powered ambulance transport cots for use in Paramedic ambulances for an amount not to exceed $42,192.39; and b) authorize Budget Amendment No. 13BA -024 to transfer $42,192.39 from the General Fund Paramedic Reserve account 010 -3732 to Fire EMS account 2340.9300 to fund the purchase (per Council Reserve Police F -2, the excess revenues collected from the Paramedic Program are to be used for paramedic related purposes as directed by the City Council). Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Curry, seconded by Council Member Rosansky to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner, Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn. Council Member Daigle LX. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR - None X. PUBLIC HEARING 3. UPTOWN NEWPORT PROJECT- NOTICE OF INTENT TO OVERRIDE THE AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION'S DETERMINATION OF INCONSISTENCY - 4311 -4321 JAMBOREE ROAD. [100 -2012] Community Development Director Brandt introduced the item and noted that staff is recommending continuing this public hearing until the January 8, 2013 Council meeting because the Planning Commission has not yet completed its deliberations and continued its public hearing until December 20, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. Mayor Gardner opened the public hearing. Hearing no testimony, she closed the public hearing. Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Curry, seconded by Council Member Rosansky to continue the item to the January 8, 2012 City Council meeting. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner, Volume 60 - Page 679 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes December 1.1, 2012 Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle XI. PUBLIC COMMENTS Ron Winship commented positively on the new Council Chambers and listed the names of people who have contributed to the City over the years. He presented a brief history of the City and congratulated Council for its efforts and work. Jerry Vv'heeler presented testimony regarding receiving a parking ticket. He took issue with the amount of the ticket and asked that Council consider relooking at parking ticket fees in the future. Philip Bettencourt commented positively on the new facility and commended staff and everyone involved in the project for their work. He thanked Council for supporting the Christmas Boat Parade and expressed hope for the days ahead. Craig Batley encouraged the public to participate in the Boat Parade this year. Council Member Henn encouraged everyone to attend and enjoy the Boat Parade. XII. REORGANIZATION 4. CERTIFICATION OF GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION RESULTS. 1331loo -20121 City Clerk Brown read the title for Resolution No. 2012 -1.22 declaring the results of the General Municipal Election held on November 6, 2012. Motion by Council Member Hill, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Curry to adopt Resolution No. 2012 -122, as amended, declaring the results of the General Municipal Election held on November 6, 2012. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner, Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle 5. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE. City Clerk Brown called newly re- elected Council Members Keith Curry and Ed Selich, and elected Council Member Tony Petros forward. She then administerd the Oath of Office prescribed by the State Constitution to elected officials and presented a Certificate of Election to each Council Member. The newly re- elected and elected Council Members were seated at the Council dais. 6. ELECTION OF MAYOR. City Clerk Brown, in presiding, placed all members of the City Council on an equal basis to nominate and elect. Council Member Hill nominated Council Member Curry for Mayor. Interested parties were invited to address Council. Ron Winship thanked Council Member Curry for answering his emails and expressed support of Volume 60 - Page 680 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes December 11, 2012 Keith Curry for Mayor. There being no others wishing to address Council, public comments were closed. Motion by Council Member Gardner to close the nominations. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Petros, Council Member Gardner, Council Member Curry, Council. Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle Without objection, Council Member Curry was selected as the Mayor of the City of Newport Beach for 2012 -2013. Mayor Curry took his proper place at the Council dais. 7. ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM. Mayor Curry, in presiding, placed all members of the City Council on an equal basis to nominate and elect. Council Member Henn nominated Council Member Hill for Mayor Pro Tem. Interested parties were invited to address the Council. There being no testimony, Mayor Curry closed public comments. Motion by Council Member Gardner to close the nominations. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Petros, Council Member Gardner, Mayor Curry, Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle Without objection, Council Member Hill was selected as the Mayor Pro Tem of the City of Newport Beach for 2012 -2013. Mayor Pro Tem Hill took his proper place at the Council dais. 8. SEATING ARRANGEMENTS FOR CITY COUNCIL, The Council Members decided on the seating arrangements for the Council dais, with the senior Council Members having first preference. The following seating order was determined (left to right): Gardner - Petros - Hill - Curry - Selich - Henn - Daigle 9. REMARKS. Presentation of Gavel Plaque to Outgoing Mayor Mayor Curry commented on the character, qualities and capabilities of outgoing Mayor Gardner, noting her leadership skills during the City's various tumultuous times. He listed accomplishments made in the City during her tenure and presented her with a gavel plaque in appreciation of her service. Outgoing Mayor Remarks Volume 60 - Page 681 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes December 11, 2012 Outgoing Mayor Gardner stated that she was fortunate for the opportunity to serve as Mayor and to work with her colleagues and staff. Remarks from Newly Re- elected/Elected Council Members. Council Member Selirh thanked his wife and family for their support, and stated that he is honored to have been re- elected for another four years. He presented a brief background, addressed the many accomplishments made, and expressed his appreciation to outgoing Council Member Rosansky. He presented a list of goals and projects which he would like Council to consider during the next four years. Council Member Petros expressed his appreciation to his wife and family. He looked forward to the work ahead and working together with his colleagues, the City, and residents to deal with the challenges ahead. He especially thanked Council Member Rosansky for his help in the process and in this transition. Mayor Curry expressed his appreciation to his colleagues, his wife, and family for their support. He stated that the City is in good shape and believed that the upcoming years hold a lot of possibilities. He listed upcoming projects and actions in order to efficiently manage the City, maximize value for the taxpayers, and preserve a strong financial base. He commented positively on the new Civic Center and believed that it will be a source of pride for the City. He noted that the new Council Chamber opening can be celebrated, that there is still work to be completed, and invited the public to the Community Room for refreshments after the meeting. However, he reported that a formal open house will be held Saturday, May 4, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. He congratulated City staff for the efforts and contributions. ` ill. ADJOURNMENT - Adjourned at 8:07 p.m in memory of Don Roberson The agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on December 5, 2012, at 1:07 p.m. on the City Hall Bulletin Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach Administration Building. J b Recording Secretary Mayor OF SEW�'O U U City Clerk �t qty fORNIN Volume 60 - Page 682