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April 24, 2012
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City Council Minutes
City Council Study Session
April 10, 2012 — 4:00 p.m.
I. ROLL CALL - 4:00 p.m. f
Present: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor-Pro Tem Gardner, Mayor Henn,
Council Member Selich, Council Member Curry, CouncihMem6er0aigle
II. CURRENT BUSINESS
1. CLARIFICATION OF ITEMS ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR. y, `
In response to Council Member Daigle's question 'regarding Item 7 (FY2011 -12 Traffic Signal
Rehabilitation Project - Award of Contract No. 461), Deputy Public Works Director Webb
reported that this is the second pha a of the Jamboree project, stated that this phase includes
improvements to the intersection of \MYI Arthur and Jamboree up to Fairchild, and noted
that properties will be purchased on the east'-side-of the roaihin the City of Irvine to widen the
street to allow a fourth lane through theintersee imi'and provide; a thud turn lane. He affirmed
that applicable property owners are cooperating with th`e City, to make the improvements.
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Council Member Hill.n ted that the Consent alendar has fifteen (15) items on it, not fourteen
Ir (14) as printed on the Agenda.
2. EARLY LOOK AT THE PROPOSED 2012 -13 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
(CIP). [500 -2012]
Deputy Public Works-'Director: Webb introduced the item, noted that the information that he will
present is only a proposal, stated that the next presentation will consider the entire program,
addressed components and limitatibns. He presented a PowerPoint that included the Critical
General,,Fund CIP goal; \facilities; streets and drainage; traffic; Parks, Harbors and Beaches;
Water (duality and Environmental; water system; wastewater system; General Fund projects
beyond the $3.6 million allocated, and other projects.
Council Member`Rosansky expressed concerns with turning the current City Hall site into a paid
parking area and believed that the matter should be further discussed.
In response to Council Member Selich's question regarding improvements to the Balboa Yacht
Basin, Harbor Resources Manager Miller explained that bids are being received for repairing the
beach restrooms, noted that funds were allocated from the current fiscal budget, and stated that
the dinghy racks are not being addressed at this time.
In response to Council questions, Deputy Public Works Director Webb discussed the Lifeguard
Headquarters Building Rehabilitation which will allow for all relevant programs to be in one
location, provided the breakdown of funds within the overall CIP, addressed competitive grant
moneys expected, reported that the Public Works department works closely with the City's
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Arborist and place effort on saving trees, provided the status of relinquishment funds, discussed
Phase 8 of the Traffic Signal Modernization project, and noted that there will be new street
striping for cyclists.
Regarding environmental awareness signage, Mayor Gardner believed that there are enough
signs at the beach and hoped that most funds will be used for education.
In response to Council questions, Deputy Public Works Director Webb stated that the $4 million
for a new cover for Big Canyon Reservoir is consistent with estimates for cover replacements,
stated that staff is buying material only, and expressed confidence that the numbers are
accurate. In addition he addressed the procurement process for new covers, stated that there will
be a competitive bid for the contract, and noted that the number of cover manufacturers is
limited. Z..1
In response to Council Member Henn's question,
in the lower bay will take care of some of the mo
to wrap up the rest of the fields in accordance wi
Council Member Rosansky stated
significant developments added and required
year's budget.
In response to Council questions, Deputy Public
Cove Slope is currently in the budget andset.for cc
City Manager Kiff reported that staff is
Implementation Plan (LCP). Discussion''follo%
Coastal Commission to take -care of key o,atsta
money to the Implemeritation,Plan.:
sources Manager stated that dredging
in the Harbor realignment and hoped
A Newport Boulevard has had
include the area for rehabilitation in next
"\Director Webb stated that the China
action after summer.
on ',completing the Local Coastal
ig the- to work closely with the
s`prior to devoting significant time or
Mayor Gardner and Council Member Selich addressed the use of different styles of signs
and believed that all sign styles should match in the City. Council Member Curry stated that he
would like Council to see the designs -first to make sure they are consistent and appropriate for
the neighborhood:_,
In response to Mayor Pro Tem,Curry's question, City Manager Kiff stated that the City is not
reducing the CIP, noted \that he is providing an early look to the public, stated it is too early to
det `ine whether the CIP will go up or down.
Council Member Daigle reported that she has received a series of complaints from Newport Coast
residents regarding the,pavement giving way to tree roots, particularly in the bicycle lanes.
Deputy Public`kWorks Director Webb reported that staff is getting ready to replace the
pavement, explained. the Bayside cover public walkway, addressed challenges with Americans
with Disability Act (ADA), and discussed the Balboa Boulevard Landscaping Design and Bristol
Street South Median Landscaping projects.
In response to Council Member Daigle' question, Deputy Public Works Director Webb provided a
brief update on the status of Bristol Street North landscaping, addressed the Corona del Mar
Entry Improvements, and briefly discussed the West Coast Highway Concept Plan.
Council Member Henn believed it would be worthwhile to look at the prioritization of the West
Coast Highway landscaping projects that are beyond the base of the CIP General Fund
Budget. He indicated that he would like to have better visibility of each as they are presented for
approval.
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City Manager Kiff reported that staff will soon take the Facilities Finance Plan back to Council
to look at what should be included as to road work. Council Member Daigle agreed that it would
be a good idea to review it for consistency.
Deputy Public Works Director Webb addressed specific construction costs for other projects
beyond what is included in the $3.6 million base CIP budget including the Eastbluff Bike Lane
Addition at Jamboree Road, and other bike safety improvements.
Council Member Hill suggested that "Prioritize Revitalization
under Critical General Fund CIP. Council Member Henn afire
Revitalization projects moving forward, and addressed the imp I
to be ready for opportunities as they develop.
Mayor Pro Tem Curry addressed the monument
confident that a design will be developed that everyc
Council Member Selich agreed with m
complete the LCP Implmentation project.
In response to an inquiry from Council Membe
more funds are being spent in the Harbor including
Council Member Rosansky questione&tl
site. City Manager Kiff reported that s'
Council in the near future for considerat
Council MemberHenn regested that f
the consensus of Councilto'Pot divide
requesting help from staff to,. etermine
Council Member Hill reiterated -the i
Deputy Public Works Direct'or,Webb
current City Hall facilitui -,�
Council Member Rosansky. indicated
City FIall , facility look like a fenced -v
agree on.
.ts" be added to the goals
Lted he would like to keep
of completing design plans
stating that he is
along and doubted the ability to
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City Manager Kiff affirmed that
contributions.
of parking meters at the current City Hall
me updating this item and will return to
anized by district. After discussion, it was
by district and indicated that he will be
will be in his district.
moving forward with Revitalization projects.
further direction regarding parking meters at the
ie would rather pay a security guard than make the current
compound.
Mayor Pro'Tem Curry suggested that staff develop a plan that includes paid parking meters to be
presented to Council at a'later time, stated that he did not think that installing parking meters
would preclude Councillom redeveloping the property, and believed that discussion should also
take place regardi`nghow the property will impact surrounding businesses.
Council Member Selich stated agreement with Council Members Hill and Rosansky.
Council Member Henn stated that additional discussion is necessary.
Ron Hendrickson corrected the total for Streets and Drainage in the Council report, believed
that Council priorities need to be reconsidered, stated that the design of the new entry signs
should be consistent with existing signs, and indicated that the public should be involved in
the Corona del Mar entry improvements.
Bernie Svelstad, Chairman of the Corona del Mar Business Improvement District, agreed with
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Council Member Hill regarding prioritizing Revitalization projects, referenced an email from the
BID Board that requested that Council proceed as soon as possible on installing and monitoring
test traffic cones and /or restriping, stated that the BID will participate financially on the project,
and requested that it he expedited.
Laura Curran stated that she is interested to see what the funding for the lifeguard project will
cover, asked for more information regarding the Water Main Master Plan Program and the
Waste Water Master Plan Study, believed that projects separated by districts would be helpful
because it would help the public determine where the various projects are located, suggested
bringing back the car show that was previously held at Crystal Cove to the existing City Hall
property.
Novelle Hendrickson inquired about the bank in Corona
a long time and asked staff to disclose the amount of in
since their inception. 'Al
In response to questions, City Manager Kiff
requested by Mrs. Hendrickson and regardin@
provided with the final CIP that indicates the -lc
Deputy Public Works Director Webb provided
Replacement and an update of the rate,fees.
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
IV
Jim Mosher asked why Closed Session Item 2A
requirements. He believed that- the,issue will be
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hat staff will provide the information
rran's inquiry, he stated that a map is
each project.
regarding the CIP Water Plan Main
;,,discussed in `private and provided Brown Act
Candled by diplomacy rather than Litigation.
April 5, 2012, at 4:00 p.m. on the City Hall
)ort Beach Administration Building.
Recording Secretary
Mayor
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Regular Meeting
April 10, 2012 — 7:00 p.m.
I. STUDY SESSION - 4:00 p.m.
II. CLOSED SESSION - After Study Session - Council Chambers Conference Room
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A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - INITIATION
OF LITIGATION (Government Code § 54956.9(c))�-21 potential case \
Orange County Transportation Authority, � Decision to amend the Master,Plan of Arterial
Highways to remove the 19th Street Bridge; . ,f \J
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B. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Government Code § 54957.6):
Agency Designated Representatives: Da've_lCff, City�,Manager; and Richard Kreisler,
Special Counsel and Negotiator `.
Employee Organizations: All Labor °Associations: Association of Newport Beach Ocean
Lifeguards (AN,BOL); Lifeguard Management Association (LMA); Newport Beach Fire
ManagementrAssociation (NBFMA); Newport Beach Firefighters' Association (NBFA);
Police Management Association (PMA); Police Employees' Association (PEA); City
Employees Associatiori`(NBCEA); Newport Beach Professional & Technical Employees
Association ,(NBPTE \9); Newport BeachrE�ployees League (NBEL); and Newport Beach
Pact -Time Um PE C., 777)
C. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE
EVALUATION (Government Code § 54957):
Title: City Manager 1<
III. RECESS
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IV. RECONVENED AT 7:00 P41. FOR REGULAR MEETING
V. ROLL CALL
Present: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner,
Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
VI. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Regarding Closed Session Item 2A (Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated Litigation - Initiation of
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Litigation), City Attorney Harp reported that Council unanimously voted to authorize the City Manager
to negotiate with Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), and enter into an agreement to toll
the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit against them. He also reported that Council authorized
the City Attorney's Office to initiate litigation against OCTA prior to the City being barred from
bringing a lawsuit based on the applicable statute of limitations. He noted that the vote was five to two
with Mayor Pro Tern Curry and Council Member Daigle voting against authorizing the litigation.
VII. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member Rosanskv
VIII.
IX. PRESENTATIONS
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Proclamation Naming April Fair Housing Month - Mayor Gardner'`read the proclamation and
presented it to Maria Benitez. Ms. Benitez thanked Council;'i eported that thebus is the first year that
they are working with the City of Newport Beach, announced that on April 1h,.2012 they will be
hosting a Landlord Rights workshop from 1:00 p.m.,- ,,5': "00 p.m'.:at City Hall, stated that there will be a
Management Training on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 also^at,City Hall, and also announced that there
will be a Tenant Right workshop on June 4, 2012.
National Library Week - Mayor Gardner?iead the proclamation and presented it to Library Services
Manager Hetherton. Library Services Manager - Hetherton thanked Council for the proclamation
and stated that the Library is proud to be community a, foremost source for information.
Southern California Edison's (SCE) Appreoiation to`Newp rt.Beach for its Participation in
the Orange County Cities,Energy Partnership; - ,Eddie Marquez, SCE, stated that he is honored
to have the opportunity to- liigghlight the great partinership that the City has with SCE, discussed the
Orange County Cities parCnership,and presented h'plaque and check for $7,917 to the City.
City Manager Kiff introduced the -nei
McGill stated that_ t is,awhonor to,havl
X. NOTICE.TO THE PUBLIC\`
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XI. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEIGIENT
e Chief, Dave McGill. Assistant Police Chief
to work for the City.
Council Member Hill announced that the Citizens Police Academy graduation ceremony will be held on
April 12, 2012 at the Central,Library in which he will be graduating and invited residents to attend.
Mayor Pro Tem Curry announced that Relay for Life will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2012, at
Newport Harbor High School and encouraged residents to attend.
Council Member Daigle highlighted upcoming Recreation and Senior Services programs. She included
the Spring Fling, OASIS Senior Center's Casino Night, the 2012 Guide to Summer Camps, and
announced that the Frankie Anderson youth track meeting will be held on Friday, April 20, 2012 at
Corona del Mar High School.
Council Member Henn announced that on March 30, 2012 he and other City staff attended a seminar
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sponsored by the Concordia Center for Public Policy where they discussed government performance.
On March 31, 2012 he attended the Baldwin Cup Sailing race, and on April 4, 2012 he and Council
Member Hill attended an event sponsored by Congressman Dana Rohrbacher where they discussed
Harbor Homeland Security. He reported that the Neighborhood Revitalization Committee meeting for
April 12, 2012 is cancelled, indicated that the July 4th Committee will meet on April 16, 2012 at 4:00
p.m. with staff to go over plans for the upcoming Fourth of July Holiday, noted that the Balboa
Village Citizens Advisory Panel meeting scheduled for April 17, 2012 is cancelled noting that there will
be two meetings in May, stated that the Tidelands Management Committee will meet on April 18, 2012
at OASIS Senior Center at 4:00 p.m., and announced that the Newport to Ensenada Race kickoff party
will be aslo be held on April 18, 2012 between 12:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m in BalboiMillage.
Mayor Gardner announced that there will be a Harbor Commission meeting on Wednesday, April 11,
2012 at 6:00 p.m. where there will be a presentation on Ships to Reef, stated that April 14, 2012 is
opening day at the Newport Sea Base, and noted that the Newport= Beach;AA Exhibit Sale will be at the
OASIS Senior Center. She also reported that the Corona del Mar'Residents',Association annual meeting
will be held on Wednesday April 18, 2012 at Sherman Gardens at 5:30 p.m., .snnounced that the Fire
Department's Annual Pancake Breakfast will be held on April 21, 2012 at the Santa Ana Heights Fire
Station, and urged residents to fill out the water survey, on mywaterpledge.com.
)GI. CONSENT CALENDAR
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1. MINUTES FOR THE STUDY SESSIC
27, 2012. (100 -2012] Waive reading of
filed. 1
2. READING
ordinances
only.
ons under conside
rION
MEETINGS OF MARCH
,rove as written and order
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UTIONS. Waive reading in full of all
and direct the City Clerk to read by title
BEACH COIN, LAUNDROMAT CODE AMENDMENT (PA2011 -209) -
AMENDMENTS TO CfL1NGE THE DESIGNATION OF THE SUBJECT
PROPERTY FROM TWO -UNIT RESIDENTIAL (R -2) TO COMMERCIAL VISITOR
SERVING (CV). [100 -2012] Conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2012 -10
approving Code Amendment No. CA2011 -013.
6. FY2010 -2011 STREETLIGHT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - COMPLETION AND
ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT NO. 4605. [381100 -20121 a) Accept the completed
work and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion; b) increase the
contingency amount by $7,201.84, approximately 1.4 percent; c) 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 d) release the
Faithful Performance Bond one year after Council acceptance.
FY2011 -2012 TRAFFIC SIGNAL REHABILITATION PROJECT - AWARD OF
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CONTRACT NO. 4841. [381100 -20121 a) Approve the project drawings and
specifications; b) award Contract No. 4841 to PTM General Engineering Services, Inc., for
the total bid price of $547,050, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
contract; c) establish a contingency of $55,000 (approximately 10 percent) to cover the cost
of unforeseen work; and d) approve Budget Amendment No. 12BA -030 transferring
$233,000 in project savings from Account No. 7261- C3002009 to Account No. 7261 -
C3001007.
8. NEWPORT BEACH CIVIC CENTER AND PARK PROJECT(C4527) - APPROVAL
OF AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
LSA ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR BIOLOGICAL; CULTURAL, AND
PALEONTOLOGICAL MONITORING SERVICES. [381100 -2012] Approve
Professional Services Agreement Amendment No. 3 with 'LSA Associates, Inc., of Irvine,
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for Biological, Cultural, Archaeological, Paleontological, and' Water Quality Monitoring
Services at a not -to- exceed price of $35,800.00, and `authorize th4,Maayor and the City Clerk
to execute the Amendment.
10. AGREEMENT FOR PARTICIPATION IN .WATER BUDGET BASED TIERED
RATE GRANT PROGRAM (C- 5107)`.`(38/•100 -2012] Enter into an agreement with
MWDOC to participate in Water Budget Based Tiered Rate Grant Program, and authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement,
11. NEWPORT TERRACE LANDFtILL,CAS COLLECTION AND CONTROL SYSTEM
(SYSTEM) - AWARD OF CONTRACT AND,BUDGET�AMENDMENT. [381100 -2012]
a) Approve an annual contract for-' $88,080.00, with GC Environmental, Inc. (GCE) for
Operation, Maintenance and Monitoring (OM &M) services of the System, and authorize
the City Manager and- City Clerk to execute the Contract on behalf of the City; and b)
approve Budget Amendment Nb. 12A B-031 transferring a total of $21,180.00 from
Environmental'
\ Liability unappropriated fund balance, 292 -3605, to Environmental
Liability, MaintenanmQand Repair, 3155-8030, to fund the remaining OM &M services,
possible carbon/sWa-trea
`vchange -outs arid,emergency repair costs for FY11-12.
12. ,FASHION ISLAND AREA STREETS OVERLAY AND SLURRY - AWARD OF
%'CONTRACT NU`` 4813.—,[381100-2012] a) Approve the project drawings and
it '._specifications; b) award Contract No. 4813 to EBS General Engineering, Inc. for the total
`bid price of $1,886;120, and�'authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the
contract; c) establish' an amount of $95,000 (5 %) to cover the cost of unforeseen work not
included in the original contract; and d) approve Budget Amendment No. 12BA -032
transferring $373,200 from (Account No. 7281- C2002043) to Account No.
7281- C2002046 and $582,948 from (Account No. 7181- C2002044) to Account No. 7181 -
C2002046.
E. MISCELLANEOUS
13. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA FOR APRIL 5, 2012. [100 -2012] Receive and
file.
14. ENFORCEMENT OF CHAPTER 11.04 - NO SMOKING REGULATIONS. [100 -2012]
Receive and file.
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15. STREET TREE DESIGNATION - HOLIDAY ROAD. [100 -20121 Consider the
Recommendation from the Parks, Beaches, and Recreation (PB &R) Commission, and
approve a change in Street Designation for Holiday Road to include the Sycamore tree in
addition to the current designation of the Willow Leaf Peppermint tree.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Curry, seconded by Council Member Rosansky to approve the
Consent Calendar except for the items removed (4, 5 & 9).
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
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Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem C
, , urly , Mayor Gardner, Council
Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle V
XIII. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR.
4. HEIGHT OF FENCES, HEDGES, WALLS /,AND RETAINING--.W' ALLS - CODE
AMENDMENT NO. CA2012 -001 (PA2012- 018).;=11 0 0 -2 0 121
Jim Mosher expressed concern that the guideline presented in the report is not'clear, asked for a
better understanding of the existing grade anA v, the new change is going to alter it, and
inquired as to why the diagram is no longer needed.
In response to Mr. Moshe ri concerns, Deputy Community Development
Director Witneski clarified that the majority•df•changes proposed are related to low lying areas
and noted that the section that Mr. Mosher indicated does apply City wide. She added that
the language is included to provide clarification to Aaff -and does`not have significant change to
how the Ordinance is: nterpreted. City, Manager Kid - verified with Deputy Community
Development Directorp�`Vitneski that the typos presented by Mr. Mosher will be corrected to the
Ordinance.
Ordinance No. 2012 -
Sections 2046 , 6 0'an
carried
Member
Member
5. RESOLUTION OF
BUSINESS IMPRC
[100 -20121
Jim Mosher urged
his reasons.
A by Council Member Rosansky to adopt
Code Amendment No. CA2012 -001 amending
Seach Municipal Code.
roll call vote:
[ember Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner,
Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
ON TO AMEND THE NEWPORT BEACH TOURISM
DISTRICT (NBTBID) MANAGEMENT DISTRICT PLAN.
to steer away from being involved in marketing efforts and provided
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Curry, seconded by Council Member Hill to adopt Resolution
No. 2012 -26, a Resolution of Intention to amend the NBTBID and set the public hearing date for
April 24, 2012.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
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Ayes: Council Member Hill, Council Member Rosansky, Mayor Pro Tem Curry, Mayor Gardner,
Council Member Selich, Council Member Henn, Council Member Daigle
9. JAMBOREE ROAD IMPROVEMENT AT MACARTHUR BOULEVARD - APPROVAL OF
RIGHT -OF -WAY ACQUISITION SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS (C- 5106). [381100 -2012]
Jim Mosher asked staff to clarify if the burden of cost for the road improvement will be shared .
with the City of Irvine and noted that the CEQA review is not clear.
In response to Mr. Mosher's question, Public Works Director Badum %stated that the project is
funded through Measure M competitive funding, noted that the City of Irvine is a co- applicant,
and added that the majority of work is in this City.
Council Member Daigle commended both cities for working`iogethe%,,and expressed appreciation
to staff for coordinating the effort. r ' .,
Motion by Council Member Hill, seconded by Council Member Henn to a) approve four
(4) Settlement Agreements with the three- affected :property owners and the community
association for the acquisition of real propgrty for & Jamboree Road�'Improvements at
MacArthur Boulevard project and authorize tbs�NlaYor and City Clerk to executeAe Settlement
Agreements and Certificates of Acceptance; and`,b), authorize staff to open four (4) escrow
accounts to make the necessary payments to complete the p transaction.
XIV. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Kennie Jo Rizzo thanked Council for 'r, allowings- +residents`.:` to attend the Tidelands
Committee meetings, noted that -.she is thrilled that, the Corps jof Engineers is moving forward
with dredging the area, urged ,-Council to find funds :fur the project, and invited Council to visit the
Newport Estuary. 5
Bill Size thanked City aiiTstaff for' their recent effo is to include the Seminiuk Slough draining project
in the Tidelands Committee's'scope_of,work.
Kimberly Strye expressed•support fo the estuary-and thanked Council for their attention to the matter.
Gina Lesl y asked about the Cily's dealibgs with Caltrans regarding the bridge.
Chad Tillner expressed concern about the removal of fire rings and shared his experience with enjoying
them as a child::,
In response to questions, City Manager Kiff stated that the City is trying to find a way to improve the
bridge with Caltrans keeping ownership, noted that the Seminiuk Slough will cost the City more money
than expected, stated that'since the Corps of Engineers is dredging their half of the project he is hopeful
that the City will be able to'do a project in the future, and indicated that Council will further discuss
the project at a later date.
XV. ORAL REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL ON COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
Council Member Henn reported that the Harbor Charges Committee is working on providing the proper
level of charges in the Harbor especially focusing on rent for the use of public assets. He stated that
they have completed their review of rent for moorings, rent for Balboa Yacht Basin slips that the City
owns, and now are reviewing the rent to be charged for commercial piers and marinas. He stated that
outreach meetings were conducted where the Committee and City Manager Kiff presented ideas
and received more feedback. He also stated that most of the operators of Marinas in the Harbor have
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spent their own money to build seawalls, parking, and dredging the Tidelands under their dock and
that the Committee needs to consider this. He indicated that they will continue the process, reported
that they will obtain an updated appraisal, hoped to arrive at a consensus, noted that the Committee
will seek a fair and appropriate outcome, and added that they are doing their best to organize
the process in a consistent manner that citizens expect.
XVI. MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION -None
XVII. ADJOURNMENT - 5:00 p.m.
The agenda for the Regular Meeting was posted on April 5, 2012,4i 4:00 p.m. on the City Hall
Bulletin Board located outside of the City of Newport Beach Administration Building.
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Secretary
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City Clerk
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