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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01 - Minutes Regular Meeting - 8-23-99September 13, 1999 Agenda Item # 1 CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH City Council Minutes /� � Regular Meeting DRA /r August 23, 1999 - 7:00 p.m. INDEX — 6:00 p.m. CLOSED SESSION REPORT PRESENTED Mayor O'Neil reported that the City Council authorized a settlement in the lawsuit against Attransco, Inc., the owner of American Trader, the oil tanker that spilled oil off the coast in February of 1990. He stated that the City of Newport Beach, the City of Huntington Beach, the County of Orange and the State of California joined in as plaintiffs and that the settlement was for a total of $16 million. He added that the proceeds from the settlement must be used for beach - related purposes. RECESSED AND RECONVENED AT 7.00 P.M. FOR REGULAR MEETING ROLL CALL Present: Adams, Glover, Thomson, Debay, Noyes, Mayor O'Neil Absent: Ridgeway Pledge of Allegiance — Council Member Noyes. Invocation by Reverend Dr. George Crisp, Christ Church by the Sea United Methodist. Mayor O'Neil introduced former Mayor and Council Member of Laguna Beach Kathleen Blackburn and Anne Johnson of the Laguna Beach Vision Planning Committee, both in attendance at the meeting. Review of Corona del Mar Design Charette held June 11, 12 & 13, 1999. Mayor O'Neil stated that the Corona del Mar Business Improvement District (BID) sponsored the Charette, and that Ernest and Kimberly Stuart volunteered as the lead architects. Kimberly Stuart stated that there was tremendous support from the community and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) for the event. She explained that the Orange County AIA has participated with several cities throughout the County, and she felt that this was one of the more successful charettes. Ms. Stuart thanked the many people involved, including Walt Boice (Chairman of the Corona del Mar BID), Don Glasgow (Co- Chairman of the Corona del Mar BID) and Christy Teague of the Newport Beach Planning Department. Ms. Stuart stated that the three -day process involved a large number of people from the community, about twenty people from the Orange County AIA, and Volume 52 - Page 662 Planning (68) City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 INDEX other design professionals, architects, urban planners and landscape architects. She stated that the meetings were very spirited and that many ideas were generated. Ms. Stuart displayed some photos that showed sessions taking place:. Ernest Stuart referred to several diagrams displayed on the wall, and began with a "regional influences" diagram which showed Corona del Mar and its relationship to the rest of Newport Beach. He explained that Corona del Mar defines an edge of the City and of the waterfront, and is an important place on Coast Highway. Mr. Stuart explained that the impact of Coast Highway is significant in Corona del Mar because it bisects the community. He added that there is also a very strong pedestrian structure within the Corona del Mar community and he pointed to an illustration which showed seven spots where pedestrians have a major focal point and are uniquely prioritized. Mr. Stuart stated that greenways were identified as a fundamental concept that could enhance the areas where the residential and commercial areas come together. He suggested that the alleyways and the seven pedestrian points were areas where the landscaping potential could be established. Mr. Stuart showed an example of what a profile through Coast Highway would look like with different treatments along the architectural edge, the sidewalk, the corridor and the alleyways. Mr. Stuart stated that the second concept that was explored was one that prioritized the pedestrian by including pedestrian bridges over the highway. Ile showed a cross section of this concept. He stated that three bridges would be recommended and would give Corona del Mar a unique feel. Mr. Stuart stated that a third concept would be a true engagement with CalTrans by undergrounding Coast Highway for four blocks. He said this would really provide for a downtown zone and a place separate from the transportation corridor. Mr. Stuart stated that the last concept looked at was a realignment of Coast Highway. Mr. Stuart stated that there are currently some outstanding architectural elements in Corona del Mar but little enhancement to go with them. He stated that there is a major shopping zone and a major residential zone influencing the corridor, but the area lacks in reaching its full potential because of the total control of CalTrans over the right -of -way. He added that CalTrans is open -to talking with the City about alternative ways to mutually influence the Corona del Mar zone. Mr. Stuart concluded his presentation by showing a diagram that illustrated the process. He said it showed how the Charette was the start to the implementation of a specific plan and that the process will involve CalTrans, the City and the residents of Corona del Mar. Walt Boice thanked the participants of the Charette and the Stuarts. He stated that dealing with CalTrans and the way that Corona del Mar was established are difficult problems to solve. He said it is hard to create a village when 40,000 cars are passing through it. He said that some of the ideas that came out of the Charette were trying to deal with these problems, and that the area needs a specific plan. Mr. Boice asked for the City Council's support in accomplishing Volume 52 - Page 663 \_J E City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 28, 1999 this. He added that the area is a residence - serving community, and that now was a good time to try to develop a workable plan. Mr. Boice concluded his comments by acknowledging Christy Teague and her efforts. Don Glasgow presented Certificates of Appreciation to Ms. Stuart, Mr. Stuart and Ms. Teague, and recognized them as the three leaders of the Charette. Mr. Glasgow also acknowledged Assistant City Manager Wood. Ms. Teague stated that the Charette was an exciting weekend and the community, both at the Charette and following it, provided nearly 100 ideas. She said that the BID needed ideas to go forward with their beautification efforts, and received input for both short -term and long -term changes. She said that the BID plans to display Vision 2004 posters to give everyone a sense of the direction for the area. Mayor O'Neil thanked the volunteers and staff involved in the process. He stated that the specific plan for the area will be discussed by the City Council. MATTERS WHICH COUNCIL MEMBERS WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION. ACTION OR REPORT (NON - DISCUSSION ITEM): • Council Member Noyes shared information about the cost of a barrel of oil and how it compares to the costs of other products, if they were sold by the barrel. He stated that the information really helps to provide a sense of perspective when discussing the high price of gas. Council Member Glover stated that many proposals on ways to improve the City have come before the City Council, and she's concerned about how the City will meet its revenue needs in the future. She requested that the City Manager prepare a financial plan on the needs of the City in the next five to ten years, and. present it to the City Council at a regular meeting. She added that the report should identify current, and new, revenue streams to show how the future needs will be met. Council Member Adams stated that he and Council Member Noyes serve on the Environmental Quality Affairs Citizens Advisory Committee (EQAC). He stated that the Committee recently expressed some frustration with the number of unfilled vacancies, adding that there are currently five. Council Member Adams urged the City Council members that have unfilled vacancies to make their appointments, so that the Committee can work to its greatest potential. CONSENT CALENDAR READING OF MINUTES/ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS 1. MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR (STUDY SESSION) AND REGULAR MEETING OF AUGUST 9, 1999. 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 Volume 52 - Page 664 INDEX City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 I 1 D►,1 Clerk to read by title only. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION 3. Item removed from the Consent Calendar by Mayor O'Neil. 4. COST - SHARED AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NEWPORT C- 3302/Res 99 -59 BEACH AND THE COUNTY OF ORANGE FOR THE NEWPORT Newport Bay/ BAY /SAN DIEGO CREEK WATERSHED FEASIBILITY STUDY. Adopt San Diego Creek Resolution No. 99 -59 relating to the City�s financial participation in the Watershed Feasibility Newport Bay /San Diego Creek Watershed Feasibility Study. Study (38) ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION 5. ORDINANCE ADDING CHAPTER 13.20 TO THE NBMC Ord 99 -23 PERTAINING TO OBSTRUCTIONS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY (contd. Obstructions from 8/09/99). Introduce Ordinance No. 99 -23 and pass to second reading on Public on September 13, 1999. Property (70) ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION 6. ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5.50 OF THE NBMC Ord 99 -21 PERTAINING TO MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS. Adopt Ordinance Massage No. 99 -21. Establishments (27) 7. ORDINANCE ADDING CHAPTER 1.55 TO THE NBMC PERTAINING Ord 99 -22 TO UPPER NEWPORT BAY RECREATION AND SCENIC TRAIL. Upper Newport Adopt Ordinance No. 99 -22. Bay (51) CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS 8. BALBOA PENINSULA GATEWAY PARK, LIDO GATEWAY PARK C -3155 AND SOUND WALL LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS — AWARD OF BA -005 CONTRACT (C- 3155). Approve the plans and specifications; reject the bids Balboa Peninsula of Green Giant Landscape, Inc. and JDC, Inc. as being non - responsive; Gateway Park/ award contract to Golden Bear Arborists, Inc. for the total bid amount of Lido Gateway $310,494.05 and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Park/Sound Wall contract; approve a budget amendment (BA -005) to appropriate a new Landscape revenue contribution of $78,886 to Account No. 7251- C51003272; and Improvements establish an amount of $20,000 to cover the cost of testing and unforeseen (38/40) work. 9. MALIBU CIRCLE SLOPE REPAIR — AWARD OF CONTRACT C -3292 (C- 3292). Approve the plans and specifications; award contract to Brongo Malibu Circle Construction, Inc. for the total bid price of $121,170 and authorize the Mayor Slope Repair and the City Clerk to execute the contract; and establish an amount of (38) $12,000 to cover the cost of material testing and unforeseen work. 10. JAMBOREE ROAD SEWER IMPROVEMENTS (C -3179) — C -3179 COMPLETION AND ACCEPTANCE. Accept the work; authorize the City Jamboree Road Clerk to file a Notice of Completion; and authorize the City Clerk to release Sewer Improvements the bonds 35 days after the Notice of Completion has been recorded in (38) Volume 52 - Page 665 0 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 with applicable portions 11. BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) ADMINISTRATION CONSULTANT. Authorize Assistant City Manager to execute contract with Cathimarie's for BID administration. 12. AIRBORNE LAW ENFORCEMENT (ABLE) JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT REVISION. Approve the Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Newport Beach and the City of Costa Mesa continuing the existing ABLE program. 13. ENCROACHMENT AGREEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF PRIVATE IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE OCEAN BOULEVARD RIGHT -OF -WAY ADJACENT TO 3619 OCEAN BOULEVARD, CORONA DEL MAR (EP99 -257). Approve the application subject to: 1) execution of an Encroachment Agreement for non - standard improvements; authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Agreement; and authorize and direct the City Clerk to have the agreement recorded with the Orange County Recorder; 2) an Encroachment Permit issued by the Public Works Department; 3) a Building Permit issued by the Building Department; and 4) the Building Department, Fire Department, General Services Department and Public Works Department shall approve all improvements. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIONS 14. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA FOR AUGUST 19, 1999. Receive and file. 15. EMERGENCY POWER SUPPLY FOR CITY HALL, ZONE II. Authorize the acquisition and installation of an emergency power supply for City Hall through a sole - source bid, deeming the project of urgent necessity for the preservation of life, health and property, with the project not to exceed $90,000 [requires 5 votes as per §1110 of the City Charter]. 16. Item removed from the Consent Calendar by Council Member Noyes. 17. BUDGET AMENDMENT (BA -006) TO ACCEPT DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,250 FROM THE NEWPORT HARBOR ELKS LODGE #1767 FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF FUNDING THE 2000 SPECIAL OLYMPICS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT. Approve budget amendment. 18. FUNDING FOR THE ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY. Approve granting $150,000 to partially finance the work program as outlined in the staff report. Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Thomson to approve the Consent Calendar, except for those items removed (3 and 16). The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Volume 52 - Page 666 C- 3301BID Administration Consultant (38) C -3011 ABLE Joint Powers Agreement (38) EP 99 -257 Right -of -Way Adjacent to 3619 Ocean Blvd. (65) Planning (68) Emergency Power Supply for City Hall, Zone II (35) BA -006 2000 Special Olympics Basketball Tournament (40/62) Orange County Regional Airport Authority (54) City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 Ayes: Adams, Glover, Thomson, Debay, Noyes, Mayor O'Neil Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Ridgeway ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 3. RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR THE GROUNDWATER REPLENISHMENT SYSTEM. Susan Skinner - Caustin, 2421 E. 16th Street, asked if people really want to be drinking treated sewage in their groundwater. She added that this is all about development and expanding resources to accommodate expected development. She asked when people decide that enough development its enough. She stated that, even though the water will be very highly treated sewage, she is going to have a hard time drinking it since there will be no assurance that it will be safe. Ms. Caustin thinks that quality of life should be protected and that it should be determined that water is a limited resource. Council Member Debay invited Ms. Caustin to come to the Orange Country Sanitation District and learn more about the system, which has been studied for over a year. She added that there have been many presentations and much input received. Council Member Debay expressed her disappointment in Ms. Caustin associating the groundwater replenishment system and the supply of water with growth. Ms. Caustin stated that she spoke with Mr. Mills, General Manager of the Orange County Water District, but that she is still not convinced that the water will be safe. Council Member Debay pointed out that the water that currently feeds the groundwater basin comers from the Santa Ana River which is partly fed by wastewater treatment plants. Council Member Debay stated that the groundwater replenishment system would supply water that is superior in quality to the water that is currently in the River. Ms. Caustin stated that she still opposes the system because it pushes the resources. Council Member Debay stated that the water will be needed regardless of whether there is new development. Ms. Caustin thinks this is a good time for people to decide that enough is enough. Bob Caustin, 471 Old Newport Blvd., #200, stated that it is unknown if it will be okay that treated water has been added to the groundwater basin. He said that what is known is that more water is needed for the additional people that want to move into the area. He stated that water conservation and other things should be done first, before the groundwater basin is recharged with treated sewage. He agreed that the Santa Ana River water is of poor quality and he believes that ways to improve it should also lie pursued. He stated his concern that adding treated sewage water to the basin could increase the problem. Jan Vandersloot, 2221 E. 16th Street, stated that he did not know of the resolution until that morning and felt that there was not proper public notification. He stated that the issue should not be decided until there is Volume 52 - Page 667 INDEX Res 99 -58 Groundwater Replenishment System (89) • 11 11 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 additional public review and input. He stated his understanding that the technology to treat water has improved, even in the last year, but he feels that the added treatments are done because it is unknown if all problems existing in water have been identified. He added that any manmade filtration system will deteriorate over time. He thinks the treatment system being proposed is so advanced that it could be used to purify saltwater or other surface water instead. Mr. Vandersloot concluded his comments by requesting that the City Council delay their decision on the issue. In response to Council Member Glover's questions, Public Works Director Webb stated that every city in the County does not need to vote on this. He stated that the issue will be decided by the boards of the Orange County Water District and the Orange County Sanitation District. He added that the resolution just lets the two districts know that the Newport Beach City Council supports the concept. Public Works Director Webb confirmed that the system being proposed is new and would construct a new facility to carry water to the settling basins. He further confirmed that this water would eventually be a part of the water that the City receives through its wells in Fountain Valley. Council Member Debay stated that Mr. Mills of the Orange County Water District made a televised presentation to the City Council at its meeting of August 9, 1999. She stated that all proper notification for that meeting and the current meeting were done, and copies of reports or the presentation could be obtained. She added that Mr. Mills is available to make similar presentations to any group requesting one. Council Member Debay clarified that the Orange County Water District and the Orange County Sanitation District are, at this point, only considering building a pipeline and treatment facility for a proposed groundwater replenishment system. She stated that the completion of such a project would not take place for probably five to ten years. She stated that the technology is cutting edge, and that the treated water would not be injected directly into the groundwater basin but would trickle down to it, over a period of years. She stated that the water would be superior to the water being consumed today. She concluded by stating that everyone needs to be educated on the issue. Motion by Council Member Debay to adopt Resolution No. 99 -58 supporting the Groundwater Replenishment System, a joint effort of the Orange County Water District and the Orange County Sanitation District. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Adams, Debay, Noyes, Mayor O'Neil Noes: Glover, Thomson Abstain: None Absent: Ridgeway 16. CANNERY VILLAGE MANUFACTURED HOUSING PROJECT — APPROVAL OF PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM. Public Works Director Webb stated that the housing project is unique because manufactured housing is regulated by the State Department of Volume 52 - Page 668 INDEX Cannery Village Water System (89) City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 INDEX Housing and Community Development (HCD), and not the City. He stated that the issue of the water service was brought up by the Fire & Marine Department in an effort to make sure that the manufactured housing its constructed in a manner that could be protected. He said the Fire & Marine Department worked with HCD and the developer to insure that the units would be sprinklered and that additional fire hydrants would be available. It was decided that to make sure that the water system was adequately operated and maintained, it should be a public system rather than a private one. In response to Council Member Noyes' question about the cost to operate and maintain the system, Public Works Director Webb stated that he did not know the exact cost. He said the facility would be constructed to City standards, and that the metering and billing process will be similar to that of individual homes. Additionally, he confirmed that the City has jurisdiction on fire protection in manufactured housing, and that a private system could be designed and operated to meet the City's requirements. In response to Council Member Noyes' question about the benefit to the City, Public Works Director Webb stated that it insures that adequate water supply would be available in the case of fire in the development. City Manager Bludau added that it also enables the City to perform the inspections and maintenance of the system, and know that they've taken place. Council Member Noyes confirmed with Public Works Director Webb that the City could still inspect the system even if it were private. Council Member Noyes simplified his comments by stating that, if the City does not take over the water system for the project, it costs nothing and the same regulations are required as if the City did take over the system, which would cost the City. Public Works Director Webb confirmed for City Manager Bludau that the costs associated with the system would include personnel time in reading the meters and maintaining the system. For Council Member Debay, Public Works Director Webb stated that the developer could pay for the water system but it will already be paid for through the water bills to the thirty -four units. Ken Discenza, Site Design Associates, stated that, if the system were to be private, a six-inch meter would be required. He said that with the public operation of the system, each of the 34 units would have a one -inch meter. Mr. Discenza stated that the City's current charge for a six-inch meter is $30 per month and $4.25 per month for a one -inch meter. He pointed out that the City will make an additional $114.50 per month under public operation and individual metering. He stated that the previous mobile home park on the site was serviced with a two -inch waterline and had no fire protection within the park. He said the new design improves the situation, that the requirements of the Fire & Marine Department were included and that a lot of design effort went into making it a public water system. He added that the electric and gas systems have also been upgraded, and that Southern Volume 52 - Page 669 • City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 California Edison and The Gas Company will take over operation of each. He concluded by stating that the public operation of the water system will benefit both the City and the new residents of the project. Mr. Discenza clarified the location of the project for Council Member Debay by stating that it is along 28kh Street, between. the Blue Water Grill and another mobile home park. In response to Council Member Glover's question, Mr. Discenza stated that the homes will be sold and the property will be on a long -term ground lease. He added that the units will each be two -story mobile homes with attached garages. Council Member Debay confirmed with Assistant City Manager Wood that since the project is regulated by HCD, the project has not gone through the normal City planning process. Assistant City Manager Wood added that the City will also not be involved with the issuance of building permits or inspections. Additionally, Council Member Debay confirmed with Assistant City Manager Wood that the project would not qualify for affordable housing. Council Member Noyes stated that he did not feel compelled to take over a water system without knowing the coats. Motion by Council Member Noyes to deny the developer's request to have the City own and operate the on -site water system. Motion failed for lack of a second. Council Member Debay asked how the City benefits from the request. Fire & Marine Chief Riley stated that water supply is the biggest consideration when maintaining adequate fine protection in a substandard area. He stated that having the City operate and maintain the system gives the Fire & Marine Department a level of comfort. He added that the installation costa will be paid for by the developer and the ongoing costs will be paid for by the individual property owners through their water bills. Fire & Marine Chief Riley stated that although the City will have jurisdiction over the fire protection, the enforcement would be minimal if the system is privately operated. Motion by Council Member Glover to approve the developer's request to have the City own and operate the on -site water system. Council Member Noyes stated that it is to the beat interest of the developer to maintain the system to a proper level. He said he still did not understand how it benefited the City to take over the water system at an unknown coat. Council Member Debay asked if Council Member Glover would amend her motion to include "at no coat to the City ". Council Member Glover stated that the information presented to her was enough for her to agree with the . staff recommendation. Volume 62 - Page 670 INDEX City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Adams, Glover, Thomson, Debay, Mayor O'Neil Noes: Noyes Abstain: None Absent: Ridgeway PUBLIC COMMENTS Bob Caustin, 471 Old Newport Blvd., #200, spoke regarding the initiative sponsored by Allan Beek and others. He asked for the City Council's support of the initiative. He stated that it will allow citizens to vote on projects and should help to slow development. He stated that he does not want to see Newport Beach become densely populated and difficult to travel in. Mr. Caustin gave his home phone number for anyone who wanted to talk about the initiative. • Barry Reuben, massage therapist at the Central Coast YMCA, thanked the City Council, the City Attorney's office, the Police Department and others for the work done with the professional massage therapists in the area. Allan Beek, 2007 Highland, remarked about recent comments made by Richard Luehrs and his lack of trust in the people. Mr. Beek stated that a poll of the Chamber of Commerce members showed that a large number are satisfied with the results of what the Traffic Phasing Ordinance has accomplished over the last twenty years. Mr. Beek stated that this points to the fact that it did not need to be revised. He went on to reveal the logo of the Green Light Initiative, which he said will keep traffic flowing freely in Newport Beach and gives the citizens a voice in the running of their government and the design and control of their city. Susan Skinner- Caustin, 2421 E. 161" Street, asked the City Council to support the Green Light Initiative, which she stated is a quality of life initiative and provides for the ultimate in people power. She added that the initiative will allow the City Council to approve certain levels of growth, but larger projects and accumulative growth would have to be approved by a vote of the citizens. Ms. Caustin provided the phone number of Mr. Beek. PUBLIC HEARING 19. CORONA DEL MAR BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) RENEWAL PUBLIC HEARING, RESOLUTION TO CONFIRM BID RENEWAL AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE TO MODIFY THE BASIS FOR LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR 1999 -2000 FISCAL YEAR. Christy Teague of the Planning Department announced that there had been no protests received regarding the renewal of the Corona del Mar BID. She added that the BID is focused on improvements and beautification. Mayor O'Neil opened the public hearing. There being no testimony, Mayor O'Neil closed the public hearing. Volume 52 - Page 671 INDEX Ord 99 -18 Res 99 -60 Corona del Mar Business Improvement District (BID) (27) 0 0 City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 • Motion by Mayor O'Neil to adopt Ordinance No. 99 -18 modifying and levying BID assessments for the 1999 -2000 fiscal year and adopt Resolution No. 99 -60 confirming the Corona del Mar Business Improvement District for the 1999 -2000 fiscal year since the protests represented less than 50 percent of the total assessment amount. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Adams, Glover, Thomson, Debay, Noyes, Mayor O'Neil Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Ridgeway CURRENT BUSINESS 20. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION'S RESPONSE TO COUNCIL COMMENTS REGARDING POTENTIAL NEWPORT CENTER SURVEY (contd. from 8/09/99). Motion by Council Member Debay to continue the item to September 13, 1999. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Adams, Glover, Thomson, Debay, Noyes, Mayor O'Neil Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Ridgeway 21. "TASTE OF NEWPORT" BANNERS. Motion by Council Member Debav to approve the request of Newport Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce for the installation of 202 banners from August 25, 1999 to September 20, 1999, along Jamboree Road, MacArthur Boulevard, Dover Drive, Westcliff Drive, Balboa Boulevard, Newport Boulevard, and Newport Center Drive EastlWest. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Adams, Glover, Thomson, Debay, Noyes, Mayor O'Neil Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: Ridgeway 22. ANALYSIS OF POLICE OPERATIONS - JULY 4, 1999. Police Chief McDonell referred to the staff report, which gave a comprehensive report of the activities in 1999 as well recommendations for changes in future years. He stated that arrests were up 45 %, citations were up 20% and disturbance advisement notices were up 30% this year, over last. Police Chief McDonell stated that before going into the recommendations Volume 52 - Page 672 INDEX Planning Commission/ Newport Center Survey (68) "Taste of Newport" Banners (74) July 4t" Police Operations Analysis (70) City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 INDEX and options for affecting changes in future years, he would show a brief video to give the City Council a snapshot of the atmosphere that the Police Department deals with on the 4th of July. The ten - minute video showed footage of pedestrians, bikers and crowds primarily in the area of Balboa Boulevard and Seashore Drive, 35th Street to 44th Street. The video included scenes of people drinking, rooftop parties and the heavy congestion in the area. It also showed the Police presence, issuance of citations, arrests being made and the Mobile Command Post & Field Booking Facility at City Hall. The video showed scenes of both day and night activities. At the conclusion of the video, Police Chief McDonell read through the twelve recommendations for consideration, as listed in the staff report. He added that more research should be done before any of the recommendations are approved. Council Member Adams stated that he was open to considering most of the recommendations. He did, however, state a possible problem with the third recommendation (imposing a surcharge on short -term rental permits in the impacted area for the week encompassing the July 4th holiday) because it would penalize law- abiding renters. Council Member Debay stated that she and City Manager Bludau were present in the area on the 4th of July. Council Member Glover stated that she was in the area during the prior year's holiday. She stated her surprise that, with all of the barriers put in place, the number of people visiting the area seems to increase. She said that the barriers should be a discouragement but, instead, they seem to attract more visitors. Police Chief McDonell stated that it helps the Police Department survive the atmosphere because it moves the majority of the people onto Balboa Boulevard, where they are easier to deal with than on Seashore Drive. Council Member Debay thanked the Police Department for their assistance in West Newport. She stated that it is a fun day for a lot of people, but as the day progresses, the number of people increases and the abusive use of alcohol begins, and she worries about the possibility of a real disaster. She stated that the Police Department has done a very good job with controlling the situation. Council Member Debay added that Assistant to the City Manager Kiff staffs a committee in West Newport. She requested that be provide a copy of the staff report to each of the committee members. Mayor O'Neil stated that the consensus of the City Council seems to be to have the Police Department pursue any of the recommendations that are legally enforceable. He mentioned that July 4th in the year 2000 falls on a Tuesday, which could help the situation. He agreed that anything that can be done to control the dispensing of alcoholic beverages might cut down on some of the rowdiness that occurs. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION — None. Volume 52 - Page 673 0 • City of Newport Beach City Council Minutes August 23, 1999 ADJOURNMENT — at 8:55 p.m. in memory of Wolf Stern. The agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on August 18, 1999, at 1:45 p.m. on the City Hall Bulletin Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach Administration Building. City Clerk Recording Secretary Mayor Volume 52 - Page 674 INDEX