HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-14-2020 - Agenda Pkg - CC Regular MeetingTuesday, April 14, 2020
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City of Hermosa Beach
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Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
City Council
Mayor
Mary Campbell
Mayor Pro Tem
Justin Massey
Councilmembers
Hany S. Fangary
Michael Detoy
Stacey Armato
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Viki Copeland, Finance Director
Marnell Gibson, Public Works Director
Michael McCrary, Interim Police Chief
Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
Vanessa Godinez, Human Resources Manager
Kelly Orta, Community Resources Manager
City Treasurer
Karen Nowicki
City Attorney
Michael Jenkins
Suja Lowenthal, City Manager
Nico De Anda-Scaia, Assistant to the City Manager
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7:00 P.M. - REGULAR AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
ANNOUNCEMENTS
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS
a)20-0196 RECOGNIZING INTERIM POLICE CHIEF MICHAEL MCCRARY
FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
b)20-0183 INTRODUCTION OF PAUL LEBARON AS HERMOSA BEACH’S
NEW POLICE CHIEF BEGINNING APRIL 16, 2020
c)20-0184 ORIGINAL SONG PERFORMANCE BY NICK SHATTUCK
"THE CURVE" by Nick ShattuckAttachments:
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER
a)20-0205 CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
b)20-0206 ALLOWED CONSTRUCTION
AND BUILDING PROGRESS UPDATES
c)20-0207 FAQs FOR EVICTION MORATORIUM
1. Link to Business Resources webpage
2. Link to FAQs for Eviction Moratorium
Attachments:
d)20-0208 NEIGHBORHOOD TRANSPORTATION
MANAGEMENT PLAN (NTMP)
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public are limited to three minutes per speaker. The City Council acknowledges receipt
of the written communications listed below. No action will be taken on matters raised in
written communications. The Council may take action to schedule issues raised in oral
and written communications for a future agenda. Citizens with comments regarding City
management or departmental operations are requested to submit those comments to the
City Manager.
a)REPORT
20-0191
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the written communication.
1. Email from Anthony Higgins regarding construction during COVID-19
2. SUPPLEMENTAL Email and Attachment from Anthony Higgins
regarding coronavirus (submitted 4-12-20).pdf
3. SUPPLEMENTAL (12) Emails regarding re-opening the beach and
Strand (submitted 04-13-20 and 04-14-20).pdf
Attachments:
2. CONSENT CALENDAR: The following more routine matters will be acted upon by
one vote to approve with the majority consent of the City Council. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a Council member removes an item from
the Consent Calendar. Items removed will be considered under Agenda Item 4, with
public comment permitted at that time.
a)REPORT
20-0182
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the minutes of the January 28,
2020 Regular Meeting.
2020-01-28 CC Reg Mtg Min.pdfAttachments:
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b)REPORT
20-0177
CHECK REGISTERS
(Finance Director Viki Copeland)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council ratify the following check registers.
1. 03-12-20
2. 03-19-20
3. 03-26-20
Attachments:
c)REPORT
20-0188
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION
OF A REPORT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS
WITHIN THE HERMOSA BEACH LANDSCAPING AND
STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT DURING FY 2020-2021
(Public Works Director Marnell Gibson)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the
preparation of a report for the annual levy of assessments within the Hermosa Beach
Landscaping and Street Lighting District during fiscal year 2020-2021.
Draft Resolution ordering preparation of reportAttachments:
d)REPORT
20-0179
APPLICATION FOR LOCAL EARLY PLANNING (LEAP) GRANT
(Community Development Director Ken Robertson)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached resolution, thereby approving
an application for Local Early Planning (LEAP) Grant Program Funds and authorizing the
City Manager to execute the grant agreement.
1. Draft Resolution
2. LEAP Grant Program Funds Application
Attachments:
e)REPORT
20-0192
A LETTER TO THE STATE WATER RESOURCES
CONTROL BOARD OPPOSING AN EXTENSION OF THE
OPERATION OF THE AES REDONDO BEACH FACILITY
(Environmental Programs Manager Douglas Krauss)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that City Council approve a letter to the State Water Resources
Control Board (State Water Board) and authorize the Mayor to sign it.
Draft Letter to State Water BoardAttachments:
f)REPORT
20-0198
APPROVE SUBMITTAL OF CAL OES FORM 130 -
DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT’S AGENT RESOLUTION
FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Reaffirm Resolution No. 18-7153 adopted on November 27, 2018 (Attachment 1); and
2. Approve submittal of Cal OES Form 130 (Attachment 2), designating the City
Manager, Finance Director, and Chief of Police as the City's authorized agents.
1. Resolution 18-7153
2. Cal OES FORM 130
Attachments:
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3. CONSENT ORDINANCES
NONE
4. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION * Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS - TO COMMENCE AT 7:30 P.M.
a)REPORT
20-0190
UPDATE ON IMPLEMENTATION OF TEMPORARY BAN OF
DOCKLESS SCOOTER AND BIKESHARE IN HERMOSA BEACH
(Environmental Analyst Leeanne Singleton)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Receive an update on the City's implementation efforts related to the temporary ban
of shared mobility devices; and
2. Introduce upon first reading, an ordinance extending the ban on the deployment and
operation of scooters/bikeshare within the City of Hermosa Beach for a period of six
months or until the City adopts guidelines for shared mobility operations. (Attachment 1)
1. Draft Ordinance 20-__ Amending Temporary Ban on Shared Mobility
2. November 2017 Staff Report
3. August 2018 Staff Report
4. April 2019 Staff Report
5. August 2019 Staff Report
6. South Bay Shared Mobility Guidelines.pdf
7. e-Comment from Steve Collins submitted 03-06-20
Attachments:
6. MUNICIPAL MATTERS
a)REPORT
20-0194
AMENDMENTS TO TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON
FORECLOSURES AND RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
EVICTIONS FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT DURING
COVID-19 PANDEMIC
(City Attorney Michael Jenkins)
(Assistant City Attorney Lauren Langer)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council adopt an Urgency Ordinance of the City of
Hermosa Beach (Attachment 1) amending Ordinance No. 20-1406U (Attachment 2) to
amend the temporary moratorium on foreclosures and evictions due to non-payment of
rent by residential and commercial tenants impacted by the Novel Coronavirus
(COVID-19), and setting forth the facts constituting such urgency.
The Urgency Ordinance requires four-fifths vote of the city council and if approved, will
take effect immediately.
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1. Urgency Ordinance-CLEAN
2. Urgency Ordinance 20-1406U, adopted March 24, 2020
3. Link to Financial Relief Package
4. Link to list of participating financial institutions on the California
Department of Business Oversight website
5. SUPPLEMENTAL Urgency Ordinance-REDLINED (added 4-13-20 at
5:30pm)
Attachments:
7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS - CITY
COUNCIL
a)REPORT
20-0185
UPCOMING VACANCIES:
THREE PLANNING COMMISSION TERMS EXPIRE JUNE 30, 2020
AND TWO CIVIL SERVICE BOARD TERMS EXPIRE JULY 15, 2020
(City Manager Suja Lowenthal)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council direct the City Clerk's office to immediately
advertise the five upcoming board/commission term expirations and invite applications
from all interested parties.
b)20-0181 UPDATES FROM CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEES
AND STANDING COMMITTEE DELEGATES/ALTERNATES
8. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL
Requests from Councilmembers for possible future agenda items. No discussion or
debate of these requests shall be undertaken; the sole action is whether to schedule the
item for consideration on a future agenda. No public comment will be taken.
Councilmembers should consider the city's work plan when considering new items.
a)20-0187 TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the tentative future agenda items.
Tentative Future Agenda.pdfAttachments:
ADJOURNMENT
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FUTURE MEETINGS AND CITY HOLIDAYS
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS:
April 22, 2020 - Wednesday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - FY 2020-2021 Capital Improvement Program
April 28, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
May 6, 2020 - Wednesday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - Study Session
May 12, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
May 21, 2020 - Thursday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - Budget Study Session
May 26, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
June 3, 2020 - Wednesday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - Study Session
June 9, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
June 23, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
July 1, 2020 - Wednesday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - Study Session
July 14, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
July 23, 2020 - Thursday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
7:00 PM - Joint Meeting with all Boards/Commissions
July 28, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
August 11, 2020 - Tuesday - No Meeting (Dark)
August 25, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
September 2, 2020 - Wednesday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - Study Session
September 8, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
September 22, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
October 7, 2020 - Wednesday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - Study Session
October 13, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
October 27, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
November 4, 2020 - Wednesday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - Study Session
November 10, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
November 12, 2020 - Thursday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - Appointment of Mayor & Mayor Pro Tem
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CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS - CONTINUED:
November 24, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
December 2, 2020 - Wednesday - Adjourned Regular Meeting:
6:00 PM - Study Session
December 8, 2020 - Tuesday - 6:00 PM - Closed Session,
7:00 PM - City Council Meeting
December 22, 2020 - Tuesday - No Meeting (Dark)
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEE MEETINGS:
April 21, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
May 5, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
May 19, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
May 20, 2020 - Wednesday - 7:00 PM - Public Works Commission Meeting
June 2, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
June 16, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
July 7, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
July 15, 2020 - Wednesday - 7:00 PM - Public Works Commission Meeting
July 21, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
August 4, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
August 18, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
September 1, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
September 15, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
September 16, 2020 - Wednesday - 7:00 PM - Public Works Commission Meeting
October 6, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
October 20, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
November 5, 2020 - Thursday - 7:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
November 17, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
November 18, 2020 - Wednesday - 7:00 PM - Public Works Commission Meeting
December 1, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
December 15, 2020 - Tuesday - 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
CITY OFFICES CLOSED FRIDAY-SUNDAY AND ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS:
May 25, 2020 - Monday - Memorial Day
September 7, 2020 - Monday - Labor Day
November 11, 2020 - Wednesday - Veteran's Day
November 26, 2020 - Thursday - Thanksgiving Day
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20-0196
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
RECOGNIZING INTERIM POLICE CHIEF MICHAEL MCCRARY
FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
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Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
INTRODUCTION OF PAUL LEBARON AS HERMOSA BEACH’S
NEW POLICE CHIEF BEGINNING APRIL 16, 2020
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Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
ORIGINAL SONG PERFORMANCE BY NICK SHATTUCK
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REPORT 20-0191
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the written communication.
Attachments:
Email from Anthony Higgins dated April 4, 2020
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From: tony higgins <tony.higgins123@gmail.com>
Date: April 4, 2020 at 10:59:41 AM PDT
To: Bob Rollins <brollins@hermosabeach.gov>, mgibson@hermosabeach.gov
Dear Mr. Rollings,
Dear Ms. Gibson
I should have copied you both on the attached email since your Departments has the wherewithal to
address the problem described in the attached email and are directly involved.
But I would like to add some specifics to that email since you are detail oriented persons
This past Thursday within 100 yards of my house there were 7 active home construction projects going
on.
I counted 23 construction workers working at close quarters and this didn’t include the 20 or so
construction workers I saw at north school who were not practicing distancing.
May I suggest the following guidelines:
Residential and commercial construction projects that are substantially
complete may continue to completion. For all other Hermosa Beach residential
or commercial construction projects limited activities may continue to the
extent necessary to stabilize the site, temporarily prevent weather damage, or
make emergency repairs only. Projects that are “substantially completed” are
those projects that have been issued a final occupancy permit. All other work is
prohibited.
No new residential construction projects may be started."
Allowing non-emergency construction activities to proceed while we are in an epicenters of a deadly
global pandemic is reckless and indifferent. It’s maniacal. It’s crazy. It has to stop.
I realize this is not your decision and I’m not blaming either of you, but it might be useful for you to
emphasize to your management Team and elected officials that the Code Enforcement and Public Works
Departments have the wherewithal and the information to put a stop to non-emergency construction
activities if management would direct it.
Thank you
Anthony Higgins
Begin forwarded message:
To:<mcampbell@hermosabeach.gov>
Cc: City Council <citycouncil@hermosabeach.gov>,
Subject: L.A. County is coronavirus epicenter as deaths, cases jump - Los Angeles Times
Dear Mayor Campbell
Dear Council Members
Per the attached url from the Los Angeles Times LA County is now the epicenter for the pandemic for
the state of California.
https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-04-03/death-toll-spikes-in-l-a-county-as-economic-
strain-intensifies
The article says the county confirmed 13 new coronavirus-related deaths Thursday,
bringing the toll to 78.
And it shouldn’t surprise anyone that LA County and not San Francisco is the epicenter.
San Francisco and Northern California generally has been much quicker to take substantive
action on many fronts including physical distancing, the cancelling of large events and even
common sense restrictions on non-emergency commercial and residential construction, repairs,
improvements and routine maintenance involving contracted labor.
Los Angeles and Hermosa Beach have lagged way behind.
The exception is Manhattan Beach.
Council Members, you need to put an end to non emergency construction, home or business
improvements, non emergency repairs etc., until the pandemic passes and you need to do it
now.
Our city manager needs to take proactive steps to protect our health and safety during this
pandemic and you need to instruct her to do this for the safety of our community.
The Mayor of Manhattan Beach recognized that all the construction work, improvements and
maintenance going on were not critical when he said:
Mayor Richard Montgomery said the construction prohibition, which goes into effect
beginning Saturday, was necessary due in part to the uniqueness of the city’s residential
layout.
“Manhattan Beach has a unique density where construction projects are close together
and social distancing is very difficult to accomplish,” Montgomery said. “Complying
with orders to protect against the spread of COVID-19 is of utmost priority right now.
The city will continue to take actions to protect the public during this pandemic.”
The very nature of construction and home improvement easily defeats attempts at physical
distancing. Contractors often need to work in close quarters on common surfaces.
The pictures at the end of this email illustrate this.
We are only about 5% through this pandemic so there is still time for meaningful action.
Not taking meaningful action to stop all non-emergency work is just reckless and indifferent.
It’s akin to manslaughter.
I believe we are due public explanation on the Hermosa Beach Covid web page should you fail
to immediately act on this.
Thank you for considering my concerns
Anthony Higgins
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Following are pictures taken in the past two days that illustrate the fact that contractors
in Hermosa Beach are not putting the safety of themselves or our community first
And of all things two contractors Working side by side to put in a tree. Now that’s a real
emergency.
Cmon get real. We are in the leading edge of a deadly pandemic.
End this nonsense.
We probably have a 1000 or so contractors entering a 1.4 square mile city every day working at close
quarters.
And the city has doubled-down on this by allowing Saturday work at North School now?
Thank you again
From: tony higgins <tony.higgins123@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, April 12, 2020 9:10 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Cc: City Council <citycouncil@hermosabeach.gov>; Suja Lowenthal <suja@hermosabeach.gov>; Michael
McCrary <mmccrary@hermosabeach.gov>; Pat Escalante <pescalante@hbcsd.org>
Subject: Fwd: Corona - Hermosa in 80th percentile for infections - Manhattan in 90th percentile
Subject: Corona - Hermosa in 80th percentile for infections - Manhattan in 90th percentile
Dear City Council
The spreadsheet below shows that of the 273 cities and unincorporated areas in LA county reporting
Covid cases to the LA County Public Health, Hermosa Beach is in the 80th percentile in terms of number
of infections per-capita and Manhattan Beach is at the 90th percentile.
It doesn’t tell you whether the cases were localized to 1 area like a nursing home, but on the surface it
sure seems to indicate that the Hermosa/Manhattan are likely to become a hotspots in LA County, if
they are not already.
The above spreadsheet uses data from the LA county Public Health web-site at the following URL
http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/locations.htm
While this spreadsheet only presents a snapshot and NOT a trend-line it would be useful if the trend-
data were captured and presented on the cities website so the public and council can see how our city is
doing relative to other cities in LA county.
Do you have this data and are just not making it public?
If not, what data is the council using to provide effective oversight?
Maybe you can speak to this at the council meeting.
I think its reasonable to conclude that a “one size fits all approach” for responding to covid may not be
appropriate for an area as large and diverse as LA county.
Should densely populated areas in LA County where the data seems to indicate hotspots are present be
subject to the same construction restrictions as less densely populated areas where the virus seems to
be spreading more slowly?
I believe that the Mayor of Manhattan Beach looked at this and decided that a one size fits all approach
didn’t make sense for Manhattan Beach and suspended all non-emergency commercial, residential and
city construction saying:
Mayor Richard Montgomery:
Manhattan Beach has a unique density where construction projects are close together and social
distancing is very difficult to accomplish,”
4/14/20 AGENDA, WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
SUPPLEMENTAL EMAIL AND ATTACHMENT SUBMITTED BY ANTHONY HIGGINS TO THE CITY
MANAGER'S OFFICE ON 4-12-20 AT 9:10 P.M.
Complying with orders to protect against the spread of COVID-19 is of utmost priority right now.
Manhattan Beach will continue to take actions to protect the public during this pandemic.”
Our HB city manager to the best of my knowledge has yet to answer what is different about Hermosa
Beach.
What is different about Hermosa Beach?
Why are non-emergency construction restrictions appropriate in Manhattanbut not Hermosa?
What is to prevent the contractors now suspended from work in Manhattan Beach from simply spilling
over into Hermosa Beach and concentrating our problem?
It would also be nice if our City Manager would explain to our residents why city parks and strands are
being closed but non-emergency construction is being allowed to proceed.
At what point will our city manager suspend non-emergency construction and what data will drive that
decision?
Can our city manager at least share that data with the public?
The city council is there to provide oversight in times of crisis.
This past Thursday i saw 7 contractorsdoing internal work on a new home on 26th street.
These contractors were sitting outside eating lunch. Obviously these contractors cannot eat and wear a
mask and no one expects that. But they were all sitting around right next to each other without any
distancing of any kind.
How many times is this scenario being repeated every day?
This gets to my Second Point:
Construction work is often not compatible with distancing and bandanas don’t fix that
This gets to my 3rd point
There is little if any data that indicates bandana type masks have a statistically significant effect on the
spread of covid. Ive read several papers and can forward them to you if you like. These non medical
masks and bandanas probably better than nothing but if people start to think these non-medical masks
diminish the importance distancing or hand washing it could very well exacerbate the problem
There is plenty of hard evidence that distancing and hand-washing bend the infection curve.
Not so for these other masks.
They are likely to catch some of the larger droplets that quickly fall to the ground anyway. There is little
if any data that indicates they do much to catch the smaller droplets and bio-areosals that tend to
spread further and hang in the air longer and are a much greater threat.
If bandanas and non-medical masks are mandated they must not give a false sense of security.
If people don’t practice as strict distancing or or hand washing while wearing these masks then these
masks may do more harm than good.
These non medical masks and bandanas are probably better than nothing, especially when you are in
situations where distancing can’t be practiced. But that’s about it.
But non medical masks and bandanas are meant to AUGMENT physical distancing and hand washing,
NOT to in any way minimize it.
This can’t be emphasized enough. I hope you are making that point at every opportunity.
Finally, once again, I offer an approach to managing non-emergency construction in our city as a straw
man starting point should you decide to revisit this:
Residential and commercial construction projects that are substantially complete may continue to
completion. For all other Hermosa Beach residential or commercial construction projects limited
activities may continue to the extent necessary to stabilize the site, temporarily prevent weather
damage, or make emergency repairs only. Projects that are “substantially completed” are those projects
that have been issued a final occupancy permit. All other work is prohibited.
No new residential construction projects may be started."
Thank you
Anthony Higgins
CITY/COMMUNITY** Total Cases Rate** Percentile
Los Angeles ‐ Hancock Park 45 273.97 100
Los Angeles ‐ Crestview 31 270.84 100
City of West Hollywood 96 268.17 99 Column 1: Total Cases ‐ 273 total cities and unincorporated areas in Los Angeles County Reporting
Los Angeles ‐ Little Armenia 19 250.99 99
Los Angeles ‐ Bel Air 20 243.37 99 Column 2: ** Rate is infections reported normalized to a population of 100,000
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City of Artesia
From: Michael Olivo <michael.olivo22@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 2:00 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Public Comments section
Hello Hermosa Beach City Council,
As we continue to take smart, safe measures for our community, we need to start thinking about how
we re-open our city to return to a “new normal” life. Safer at home measures were put into place to
“flatten the curve” in the state, county and city. From recent metrics, it seems that CA and LA has done a
very good job at social distancing and reducing transmission in our communities. As I write, Hermosa
stands steady at 17 reported cases out of a population of approx. 20,000. Even if that number is actually
double or triple, it still is a very impressive social distancing result from our community. Now that it
seems we have flattened the curve and will not overwhelm our medical system, when is it a time to take
smart measures to open the things we love in our community? Hermosa stands in the unique and
envious position of controlling our own beaches, parks and city outside of wider LA city/county control.
Re-opening our wider spaces is the first place to start and then slowly adding items to the list. Our
widest space with direct control by the city is our beach. We have many opportunities to take baby steps
to give access back to the beach. Firstly, keep non-resident parking closed throughout the city and on
Hernondo. This will limit the influx of others into the city. Patrol the streets and ticket parking violations
when necessary. Second, open the beach with limited hours and not the strand. It is understandable
that you cannot control social distancing on the strand but you can do so on the beach. Open the beach
only Monday through Thursday. If you spend time in Hermosa, you know that weekdays are far slower
and less crowded than weekends. This will allow the city to control the number of people on the beach
and continue to ban groups on the beach. The city is already spending resources to patrol the beach and
hiring security to close the strand. These same resources can be used to control groups and gatherings.
The big question regarding the opening of spaces is when? This week is too early and probably the same
goes for next week as transmission is still present at a large scale throughout the city and county.
However, maybe by the week of April 27 we can be comfortable enough to try things on a small scale. I
encourage our elected City Council to create an agenda item for the next city council meeting (April 28)
to open this for debate. The COVID situation could be much different by then and we will have almost 8
weeks of social distancing and statistics to make educated decisions by then.
None of us, including our dedicated small businesses, will be the same when the COVID crisis
ends. There is reasonable debate to be had of when it is acceptable to start to open our
communities. Is it feasible to wait this out until transmission is zero? Is any amount of transmission
unacceptable risk for our community? Is flattening the curve, which it seems we have done, enough to
start to open some areas? Can we open our businesses in a controlled way?
National, state and even county debate around these measures is different from what the city can do on
a small scale. These other organizations have to control for millions of people and manage the risk on a
wide scale. I would like to encourage civil debate within our community and put our City on the
forefront of responding to this crisis.
4/14/20 AGENDA, WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
SUPPLEMENTAL EMAILS SUBMITTED TO THE CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE FROM 4-13-20 TO 4-14-20
From: Tara McNamara <thatstaramc@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 3:17 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: City Council request
Hi, for the meeting, will the City Council please discuss with an eye to the community wishes about
reopening the beach and Strand just during the weekdays (or even Monday through Thursday). As a
daily runner and cyclist and a mother of a child at Hermosa View, I've noticed that during the week
(even after the Stay at Home order was passed), locals are very respectful of social distancing. Runners
and cyclists, especially. When I go to the parks (and I back up to Clark Field, so I see those who utilize
that space), they stay in family pods. Kids ride their scooters and bicycles on The Strand during the week
for a daily dose of needed PE/outdoor time - essential since most of us don't have yards. And, of course,
it's safer for them to be in these areas than on the street. Runners and walkers do their best to avoid
each other on the Greenbelt but it would be much safer if we had The Strand to spread over to as well,
to lessen the quantity of people in one spot. And, there's plenty of space on the beach for us to distance
ourselves from one another. This might also help spark more business for local restaurants who are
struggling to survive (I know several that are in danger). I think we all agree weekends seem to be
problematic, but could we quietly just reopen during these public areas week for our collective mental,
emotional, and physical well being?
Thank you for your attention.
Tara Stabile
924 Loma Drive
From: Adam Braun <abraun@dcontractrep.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 2:32 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: City council meeting
Hello Anny,
I know there is a city council meeting coming up and on the agenda I think it should be discussed re-
opening our beaches to locals. There is a safe way to do it and I think it would actually help spread out
the amount of local residents over crowding the streets and sidewalks. I propose keeping all parking lots
as well as parking on Herondo closed to non residents (parking pass needed). I think the strand should
also remain closed, but allowing residents to walk on the beach and swim/ surf in the ocean at a safe
"social distance" is easily enforcable and would help spread out the people.
Please, please, please try your best to make this happen. Many of us use the ocean as healthy,
therapeutic relief without resorting to medication and I don't think it was fair to have it closed in the
first place, but hopefully we can do what we can to get it back open. I do not agree with the youth using
the beach to play drinking games and whatnot, but I for one take my 5 month old son on ealks along the
water and the ocean for healthy exercise and therapy.
Thank you!
Adam Braun // Sales Executive
310.989.0333
abraun@dcontractrep.com
Davis Contract Rep Group
From: Branden McBirney <bmcbirney@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 5:15 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Hermosa Ave
Hello
Can we make part of Hermosa Ave car free allow people to walk bike with space and enjoy our small
business that are open.
I’m thinking either make the west side two way traffic or just one lane per side?
Best
B
From: heather stevenson <heather_stevenson@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 4:59 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Reopening Hermosa..
Hi - your name was posted on Next Door to share thoughts on how we reopen Hermosa.
So, if this email isn't relevant to you, please delete this. If it is, a few thoughts for the upcoming Council
meeting.
- Start opening things that are controllable - the beach on weekdays is a good example.
- Maybe the Strand on weekdays and make the whole strand one way thru Hermosa.
- Allowing the Farmers markets back again, miss those so much!
Weekends is when out of town visitors arrive and social distancing on The Strand became impossible.
Restaurants - I am guessing this will be an LA County decision - but allowing minimum capacity (every
other table).
Community activities/Business for kids activities should be allowed to have classes following CDC
cleaning rules.
Difficult stuff but we are all eager to safely return to life.
Best Regards,
Heather Stevenson
Hermosa Resident
From: Cynthia <lumfoto@aol.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 5:52 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Beaches
I just read a long post on nextdoor with a proposal of opening the beach on
April 27. I am 100% opposed to this and if the city council bends to this
suggestion, I promise I will campaign against any one of the members who
voted for it when they come up for election. My word, this is a world wide
pandemic, there is so much suffering and loss, people are dying, can't
people in Hermosa give up going to the beach for a couple of months? Is
that really too much to ask? I'm appalled that this person writes that since
Hermosa controls its own beaches, we do not have to follow the rules that
everyone else in Los Angeles is following.
Cynthia
Make your reality better than your dreams
From: Jennifer Erickson <jen_erickson11@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 5:46 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Please do not open our beach or The Strand too soon
Hi,
I am writing as a concerned Hermosa Beach resident. I read an article on Nextdoor about
reopening our beaches and open spaces and I am very much against opening things up too
soon. Please follow what the State is doing and keep the beach and The Strand closed
until at least the end of April if not through May if need be. The worst thing we can do is let
up too soon and then we end up having to do it all over again when the virus spreads again.
Please keep Hermosa safe and healthy by keeping things closed as long as we need to get
through this.
Thank you,
Jennifer
From: Matthew Levine <matty74f@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 7:07 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Reopen Hermosa from concerned resident
Hi Anny,
My name is Matthew Levine and I live on 7th pl with my wife, two daughters and our dog Bandit.
My wife just read me a post on Nextdoor that said you were open to hearing our thoughts on when and
how we can reopen Hermosa Beach. So, here is my .02.
I would like to see Hermosa start a rolling opening of outdoor spaces, mainly the beach ASAP. The low
infections and death rates are very encouraging but more importantly, the beach will become another
outdoor space where residents can be outside and 6 feet apart. I think we could even keep the beach
open Mon-Friday and closed on weekends to start. In addition, this might help bring folks out to spend
money at some of our local eateries that are still open for take out and could use the revenue im sure.
Thanks!
Matthew
From: Ann Brecker <computerfree@aol.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 7:07 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Open the strand
We live in a very healthy community. Part of the reason is because we exercise so much. I will not let my
daughters ride bikes on the streets for fear of getting hit. They used to ride the strand, up to 20 miles!
Keep the parking lots closed and open the strand. Runners and bikers are not going to get the virus this
way.
From: Cathy <cathychambliss@aol.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 9:00 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Thoughts on beaches
Hi,
I would like to add my comments for the city council meeting tomorrow night. As a mental health
provider in the city of Hermosa Beach abd a resident of Hermosa Beach, I think it is very important to
consider reopening the beaches in the next couple of weeks . Perhaps opening beaches during the week
only and keeping parking lots closed will allow residents to access the sand for exercise and relaxation.
Our children need to be exposed to nature. As you know, many families do not have yards and the parks
are extremely busy. Nature is important for our mental health and keeping the beaches closed is not
allowing the people of Hermosa to utilize this valuable and important natural resource.
Thank you for your service to our community, Cathy Chambliss,MFT
Sent from my iPhone
From: Orlin Velev <orvele@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, April 13, 2020 9:50 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Hermosa Beach Closure
Hey Anny,
I saw your post on nextdoor and wanted to provide my opinion on the Hermosa Beach Access Closures.
In my opinion, the beach is a public access area that should be open for access to individuals or small
groups of people that live together in order to promote healthy access to the outdoors. People need
access to go outside and closing the beaches causes everyone to clump up on the greenbelt to get their
exercise which is even more problematic. Providing beach access is a good way to allow people to
spread out and not clump up.
Thanks,
Orlin
From: Sarah <sarahmakhija@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, April 14, 2020 11:05 AM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: Emails about opening the beach
Good morning,
My boyfriend recently posted on the Nextdoor app, encouraging people to email you in an attempt to
get the beach opened up. I just wanted to counter their argument and let you know that there are
plenty of us that understand why the beaches have to be closed right now. As an immunocompromised
person, I appreciate that my local government is taking action to protect me, especially when SO many
people do not seem to understand the facts and science surrounding this pandemic.
No need to reply- I just wanted to thank you and let you know that many people approve of the beach
being closed.
Best,
Sarah Makhija
City of Hermosa Beach
Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0182
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the minutes of the January 28, 2020 Regular
Meeting.
Due to staffing shortages in the City Clerk’s office, the following minutes will be provided as soon as
they become available.
1.February 3, 2020 Adjourned Regular Meeting (Joint meeting with School Board)
2.February 11, 2020 Regular Meeting
3.February 25, 2020 Regular Meeting
4.March 4, 2020 Adjourned Regular Meeting (Joint meeting with Planning Commission)
5.March 10, 2020 Regular Meeting
6.March 16, 2020 Special Meeting
7.March 24, 2020 Regular Meeting
Respectfully Submitted by: Ann Yang, Executive Assistant
Approved: Suja Lowenthal, City Manager
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Mayor
Mary Campbell
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Councilmembers
Hany S. Fangary
Michael Detoy
Stacey Armato
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6:00 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting was called to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers: Armato, Detoy, Fangary, Mayor Campbell
Arrived Late: Mayor Pro Tempore Massey
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION IN SECOND FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 6:02 p.m.
1. MINUTES: Approval of minutes of Closed Session held on January 14, 2020.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Government Code Section 54957.6
City Negotiator: City Manager
Employee Organizations: Hermosa Beach Police Officers’ Association
Police Management Bargaining Group
Hermosa Beach Management Association Unrepresented Employees
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL: Litigation Quarterly Update
Existing Litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
The City finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open session will
prejudice the position of the City in the litigation.
a) Name of Case: Linda Bauer v. City of Hermosa Beach
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case Number: 19STCV32667
b) Name of Case: BKK Working Group et al. v. City of Hermosa Beach et al.
United States District Court, Case Number: 2:18-cv-5810
c) Name of Case: Arlene Buschbach v. City of Hermosa Beach
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case Number:19STCV11390
d) Name of Case: Samantha Carter v. City of Hermosa Beach
United States District Court, Case Number: LACV1907236-PA-ADS
e) Name of Case: Kerry Cartwright v. City of Hermosa Beach
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case Number:18STCV05692
f) Name of Case: Stephan Diamond v. City of Hermosa Beach
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case Number: 19STCV34179
g) Name of Case: Dina Fangary v. City of Hermosa Beach, et al.
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case Number: 19STCP05134
h) Name of Case (State): Hermosa Fitness LLC v. City of Hermosa Beach
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case Number: 18STCP02840
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i) Name of Case (Federal): Hermosa Fitness LLC v. City of Hermosa Beach
United States District Court, Case Number: 2:19-cv-08666-CAS-AFMx
j) Name of Case: Rosie Johnson v. City of Hermosa Beach
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case Number: BC717427
k) Name of Case: Mark Roth v. City of Hermosa Beach
Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case Number: YC072628
ADJOURNMENT OF CLOSED SESSION
The Closed Session adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
7:00 P.M. - REGULAR AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Don in the front row.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers: Armato, Detoy, Fangary, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, Mayor Campbell
Absent: None
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Michael Jenkins provided the closed session report.
Two reportable actions:
1. Item 3J – Rosie Johnson: Council approval a final settlement agreement.
2. Tentative Hermosa Beach Police Officer Association Agreement: The City has reached a
tentative agreement with the Police Officers Association at 19% for a 3-year agreement which
would need to be approved by a vote of the POA membership and City Council approval of an
updated memorandum of understanding at the next Council meeting as an item under the
consent calendar.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Fangary:
• Due to funeral services of a close friend on Monday, February 3, 2020, he will not be able to
attend the joint City Council and School Board meeting scheduled for that evening.
Mayor Campbell:
• Thank you to the dedicated volunteers who assisted with the Homeless County on January 22,
2020. Official count results are expected to be released by the County within a few months. To
learn more about the City’s efforts in addressing homelessness, please visit the City’s homeless
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services page www.hermosabeach.gov.
• Thank you for the community who participated in the 3rd annual Community-Wide garage sale
on January 25, 2020. 80 Families hosted garage sales. Congratulations to the local Irish Dance
Troop who raised $1,000 at their sale. Also, thank you to those who donated items to the
Salvation Army and Friends of the Library following their garage sale.
• Los Angeles County Public Health is actively monitoring the noval coronavirus that has spread
from Wuhan China to the United States. There is one non-resident who has presented with
symptoms in Los Angeles County. There is a two to fourteen-day incubation period for the virus
showing symptoms that include fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. Los Angeles County
residents, students, workers and visitors should continue to engage in their regular activities and
practice good public health hygiene as this is the height of flu season across the County. For
additional information, please visit Los Angeles County Public Health at
www.publichealth.lacounty.gov or call 2-1-1.
• On January 28, 1986, the NASA Space Shuttle orbiter undertaking mission STS-51-L and the
tenth flight of Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart 73 seconds into its flight, killing all seven
crew members: five NASA astronauts, one payload specialist, and a civilian schoolteacher.
Greg Jarvis of Hermosa Beach was an astronaut, athlete and engineer with an indomitable spirit
is ever with us on The Strand with the Greg Jarvis Challenger memorial located next to Noble
Park.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Armato and seconded by Councilmember Detoy to approve the
agenda as presented.
AYE: 5 – Councilmembers: Armato, Detoy, Fangary, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, Mayor Campbell
NO: 0
PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS
a) INTRODUCTION OF HERMOSA BEACH POLICE OFFICER MATT RUSHTON AND HIS
NEW K-9 PARTNER, CHARLIE
Interim Police Chief, Michael McCary introduced Officer Rushton and Charlie to the City Council.
Charlie is a 2-year-old English Springer Spaniel who is trained in identifying 11 various explosive odors.
b) HERMOSA BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REVIEW OF 2019 PROGRAMS AND
VISION FOR 2020
The Chamber provided a 2019 overview of activities and events. In 2019, a variety of non-profits were
selected to participate in the Fiesta beer garden and raised $25K. A Fiesta survey was distributed by
the Chamber to solicit feedback regarding the events. Many of the enhancements were related to the
feedback from the survey. The Chamber of Commerce vision also presented on their goals for
programs and services in 2020.
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER
• Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA): State regulations require local and county
governments to adopt an updated to its housing element for the planning period of 2021 – 2029
from the Southern California Association of Government region. SCAG RHNA plan states the
amount of new housing each city must plan for during the identified time period. Hermosa
Beach must have 566 new housing units, distributed among income categories as follows - 235
very low units, 129 low, 107 moderate, and 95 units above moderate. If approved, final SCAG
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numbers will be released in March 2020 and the appeals process could commence. Council
was provided an informational item which can be found on the City’s website:
https://www.hermosabeach.gov/our-government/city-manager/information-items.
• Chamber of Commerce Sidewalk Sale: The sidewalk sale application was not approved for
the event scheduled for the weekend of Jan. 31 – Feb.3. Staff continues to work with the
Chamber to schedule a sidewalk sale in the near future.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
The following individuals addressed the City Council:
1) Michael Fleischer
2) Alexa Ressler and Aidan James
3) Adam Malovani
1. ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
No written communication.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tempore Massey and seconded by Councilmember Armato to approve
the Consent Calendar items (a) through (k).
AYE: 5 – Councilmembers: Armato, Detoy, Fangary, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, Mayor Campbell
NO: 0
a) MEMORANDUM REGARDING CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file this memorandum.
b) CHECK REGISTERS
(Finance Director Viki Copeland)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council ratify the following check registers.
c) MEMORANDUM REGARDING REVENUE REPORT, EXPENDITURE REPORT,
AND CIP REPORT BY PROJECT FOR DECEMBER 2019
(Finance Director Viki Copeland)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the memorandum
regarding the December 2019 Financial Reports.
d) MEMORANDUM REGARDING CITY TREASURER’S REPORT AND CASH
BALANCE REPORT FOR DECEMBER 2019
(City Treasurer Karen Nowicki)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the memorandum
regarding the December 2019 City Treasurer's Report and Cash Balance Report.
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e) CANCELLATION OF CERTAIN CHECKS
(City Treasurer Karen Nowicki)
Recommendation: The City Treasurer recommends that the City Council approve
cancellation of certain checks.
f) PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT STATUS REPORT AS OF JANUARY 10, 2020
(Public Works Director Marnell Gibson)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the Public Works
Project Status Report as of January 10, 2020.
g) ACTION MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 20,
2019
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the action minutes
of the Public Works Commission meeting of November 20, 2019.
h) AWARD OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH TOOLE DESIGN GROUP LLC
TO PROVIDE CALTRANS SYSTEMIC SAFETY ANALYSIS REPORT
(Public Works Director Marnell Gibson)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Award a professional services agreement with Toole Design Group LLC in a not-to-exceed
amount of $92,298 to prepare the Systemic Safety Analysis Report and Local Roadway Safety
Plan Programs; and
2. Authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the attached agreement, subject to
approval by the City Attorney.
i) ACTION SHEET OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 2020
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the action sheet of
the Planning Commission meeting of January 21, 2020.
j) PLANNING COMMISSION TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
(Community Development Director Ken Robertson)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the February 18,
2020 Planning Commission tentative future agenda items.
k) AMENDMENT TO WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS SITE LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
SPRINT AND THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH TO EXPAND AN EXISTING WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS SITE WITHIN THE CITY’S MUNICIPAL PARKING STRUCTURE
(LOT C-1301 HERMOSA AVENUE) BY APPROXIMATELY 25 SQUARE FEET FOR
ADDITIONAL FACILITIES, WHILE INCREASING MONTHLY RENT BY $250.00
(Community Development Director Ken Robertson)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council:
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1. Consent to amend the Wireless Communications Site License Agreement between Sprint and
the City of Hermosa Beach to expand the lease area by 25 square feet and increase monthly
rent by $250.00; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
3. CONSENT ORDINANCES
a) ORDINANCE NO. 20-1404
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH AMENDING
SECTION 17.04.040, CHAPTER 17.21, AND SECTION 17.44.020 OF THE HERMOSA BEACH
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND DETERMINING THE ORDINANCE TO BE EXEMPT
FROM CEQA
(City Manager Suja Lowenthal)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council waive full reading and adopt by title
Ordinance No. 20-1404.
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Armato and seconded by Councilmember Detoy to waive full
reading and adopt by title Ordinance No. 20-1404.
AYE: 5 – Councilmembers: Armato, Detoy, Fangary, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, Mayor Campbell
NO: 0
4. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION *
Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar.
None
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS - TO COMMENCE AT 7:30 P.M.
a) TEXT AMENDMENT 20-1 TO AMEND CHAPTER 5.78 “TOBACCO RETAILERS” OF TITLE 5
OF THE HERMOSA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT THE ISSUANCE OF NEW
TOBACCO RETAILER LICENSES, THE SALE OF ELECTRONIC SMOKING DEVICES AND
PRODUCTS FOR ELECTRONIC SMOKING DEVICES AND DETERMINE THAT THE
AMENDMENT IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
(CEQA) (Continued from meeting of January 14, 2020)
(Community Development Director Ken Robertson)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Introduce the attached Ordinance to amend Chapter 5.78 of Title 5 of the
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code to prohibit the issuance of new Tobacco Retailer Licenses and
to prohibit the sale of electronic smoking devices and products for the electronic smoking
devices, and determination that the amendment is exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act
(CEQA); and
2. Discuss and provide direction to staff regarding process and timing of potential future ban of all
tobacco sales in Hermosa Beach.
Mayor Campbell opened the public hearing. The following individuals addressed the City Council:
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1) Heather Longridge
2) Celina Douglas
3) Courtney Hamilton
4) Jimmy Yoon
5) Alice Kuo
6) Mark Warshaw
7) Craig Cadwallader
8) Jacqueline Sun
9) Monty Messex
10) Antonio Guade
11) Tarek Jarkas
There being no one further wishing to address the City Council, the public hearing was closed.
ACTION 1: Moved by Mayor Pro Tempore Massey and seconded by Councilmember Armato to
introduce on first reading, an amendment of Chapter 5.78 of Title 5 of the Hermosa Beach
Municipal Code to prohibit the issuance of new Tobacco Retailer Licenses and to prohibit the
sale of electronic smoking devices and products for the electronic smoking devices, and
determine that the amendment is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA).
AYE: 4 – Councilmembers: Armato, Detoy, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, Mayor Campbell
NO: 1 – Councilmember Fangary
ACTION 2: Moved by Mayor Pro Tempore Massey and seconded by Councilmember Detoy to direct
Staff to bring this item back to City Council in June 2021, for consideration of a full prohibition on all
tobacco sales in Hermosa Beach and include in that agenda item all available data related to other
communities who have considered or adopted a similar prohibition.
AYE: 5 – Councilmembers: Armato, Detoy, Fangary, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, Mayor Campbell
NO: 0
6. MUNICIPAL MATTERS
a) AUTHORIZE THE REMOVAL OF THE TRASH COMPACTOR IN PARKING LOT A AND
APPROVE INDIVIDUAL AND SHARED CONTAINER SERVICE FOR PIER PLAZA
BUSINESSES
(Continued from meeting of December 17, 2019)
(Environmental Programs Manager Doug Krauss)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Authorize the removal of the trash compactor in Parking Lot A; and
2. Authorize Athens Services to implement individual and shared container service for Pier Plaza
businesses including the construction of temporary enclosures.
No one came forward to address the City Council.
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ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Armato and seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Massey to
authorize the removal of the trash compactor in Parking Lot A; and authorize Athens Services to
implement individual and shared container service for Pier Plaza businesses including the construction
of temporary enclosures.
AYE: 5 – Councilmembers: Armato, Detoy, Fangary, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey, Mayor Campbell
NO: 0
b) HERMOSA BEACH LOGO REFINEMENT UPDATE
(Environmental Analyst Leeanne Singleton & Assistant to the City Manager Nico De Anda-Scaia)
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Select one of the two logo refinement options prepared by Daniel Inez; and
2. Provide feedback on the selected logo option for staff and the design team to develop a style
guide that articulates the graphic standards and proper use of logo and
other brand elements.
The following individual addressed the City Council:
1) Michael Fleischer
ACTION: Moved by Councilmember Detoy and seconded by Councilmember Fangary to select Option
B, prepared by Daniel Inez, for logo refinement and to develop a style guide that articulates the
graphic standards and proper use of the logo and other brand elements.
AYE: 3 – Councilmembers: Detoy, Fangary, Mayor Campbell
NO: 2 – Councilmembers: Armato, Mayor Pro Tempore Massey
7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL
a) MAYOR CAMPBELL REPORTS ON HER ATTENDANCE AT THE UNITED STATES
CONFERENCE OF LAYORS WINTER MEETING IN WASHINGTON D.C. FROM JANURAY
21-24, 2020
Mayor Campbell stated that this conference was an outstanding opportunity to meet with Mayors
throughout the United States and discuss topics that impact their communities. A variety of topics were
covered throughout the conference including water management, waste management and recycling.
The group was provided briefings from various presidential candidates, visited the White House and
had a variety of learning opportunities.
b) COUNCILMEMBER DETOY REPORTS ON HIS ATTENDANCE AT THE LEAGUE OF
CALIFORNIA CITIES NEW COUNCILMEMBER ACADEMY IN SACREMENTO, CALIFORNIA
FROM JANUARY 22-24, 2020
Councilmember Detoy stated that the academy provided an overview of a variety of topics including
pension, revenues, land use policies, local control advocacy among others. Councilmember Detoy
received AB1234 mandatory ethics training and was able to build relationships with other
Councilmembers in attendance.
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c) UPDATES FROM CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEES AND STANDING COMMITTEE
DELEGATES/ALTERNATES
Mayor Campbell attended the Hawthorne Airport discussion (KHHR Communities Network Committee)
related to the noise study currently in process.
8. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL
a) TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the tentative future
agenda items.
No comments or discussion.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:34 p.m. to Monday, February 3, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers for a Joint Meeting of the City Council and Hermosa Beach City School Board regarding the
North School Neighborhood Traffic Management Plan. The Mayor also adjourned the meeting in
memory of George Hash, a Hermosa Beach resident and retired Air Force Major who passed away on
December 27, 2019 at 81 years of age.
______________________
Suja Lowenthal,
City Manager
City of Hermosa Beach
Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0177
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
CHECK REGISTERS
(Finance Director Viki Copeland)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council ratify the following check registers.
Attachments:
1.Check Register 3/12/2020
2.Check Register 3/19/2020
3.Check Register 3/26/2020
Respectfully Submitted by: Viki Copeland, Finance Director
Approved: Suja Lowenthal, City Manager
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94216 3/12/2020 AQUA FLO SI1496341 MAT REQ 987218/IRRIGATION SUPPLIES09366
001-6101-4309 463.92
IRRIGATION SYS/PARKS/GREENBELT/COMM CTRSI1500137
301-8546-4201 10,592.00
301-8546-4201 1,006.24
Total : 12,062.1609366
94217 3/12/2020 BARROWS, PATRICK PO 34758 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASS NO. 846017271
001-4601-4221 612.50
Total : 612.5017271
94218 3/12/2020 BRAUN LINEN SERVICE 1598648 to 1603205 PRISONER LAUNDRY/FEB2000163
001-2101-4306 191.36
Total : 191.3600163
94219 3/12/2020 CIRQUE DU SOLEIL AMERICA INC PO 34723 CIRQUE DU SOLEIL ADA TICKETS21429
001-4601-4201 148.50
Total : 148.5021429
94220 3/12/2020 CODE 5 GROUP, LLC 2824 TRACK DEVICE SRVC FEE/APR20-MAR2117333
001-2101-4201 600.00
Total : 600.0017333
94221 3/12/2020 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES C0009387 FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES/APR2020781
001-2202-4251 448,689.00
180-2202-4251 3,589.00
001-2202-5601 30,306.00
001-2202-4111 10,630.00
Total : 493,214.0020781
94222 3/12/2020 DEWEY PEST CONTROL 13346677 COMM CTR/15 EXTERIOR RODENT BAIT STATION11449
001-4204-4201 450.00
SEWER RAT ABATEMENT/MAR20Account 1233239
160-3102-4201 262.00
Total : 712.0011449
94223 3/12/2020 ELEVEN 10 LLC 33579 40 TOURNIQUETS WITH CASES21604
001-2101-5402 2,575.20
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(Continued)Total : 2,575.20 94223 3/12/2020 ELEVEN 10 LLC21604
94224 3/12/2020 EMPIRE PIPE CLEANING AND EQUIP 11865 CLEAN & VIDEO INSPECT SEWERS/FEB2007853
160-3102-4201 40,758.98
Total : 40,758.9807853
94225 3/12/2020 EVANS, MARLIN K.PO 34726 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASSES 8523-415059
001-4601-4221 607.80
Total : 607.8015059
94226 3/12/2020 FEDERAL EXPRESS CORP 6-948-70578 MAT REQS 549893/4/SHIP TO CONSULTANTS01962
001-4202-4305 335.72
Total : 335.7201962
94227 3/12/2020 FISHMAN, HOWARD Parcel 4160-030-027 STREET LIGHT TAX REBATE12488
105-3105 24.61
Total : 24.6112488
94228 3/12/2020 GOLDEN TOUCH CLEANING, INC.66945 JANITORIAL/CITY-OWNED BLDGS/FEB2020627
001-4204-4201 9,111.00
Total : 9,111.0020627
94229 3/12/2020 GUERRERO, ROBERT J.PO 34010 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION/FEB2020669
001-2101-4201 1,144.60
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION/FEB20-MAR20PO 34010
001-2101-4201 1,162.16
Total : 2,306.7620669
94230 3/12/2020 JOHNSON, LESLIE PO 34741 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASSES 8370/5/6/818132
001-4601-4221 5,040.00
Total : 5,040.0018132
94231 3/12/2020 K9 SERVICES LLC HBPD-02 K9 OFFICER MAINT TRAINING/DEC19-FEB2021552
170-2105-4317 750.00
Total : 750.0021552
94232 3/12/2020 KNAPP, RUTH Parcel 4181-021-011 STREET LIGHT & SEWER TAX REBATE07032
001-6871 74.47
105-3105 24.61
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(Continued)Total : 99.08 94232 3/12/2020 KNAPP, RUTH07032
94233 3/12/2020 LA UNIFORMS & TAILORING INC 4086/Mat Req 874124 RECRUIT BLUMENFIELD/UNIFORM20771
001-2101-4314 666.68
Total : 666.6820771
94234 3/12/2020 LEWIS, ANNIE G.PO 34743 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASSES 8381/320732
001-4601-4221 1,862.00
Total : 1,862.0020732
94235 3/12/2020 LONG, MICHAEL A.Parcel 4182-023-018 STREET LIGHT & SEWER TAX REBATE21410
001-6871 124.12
105-3105 24.61
Total : 148.7321410
94236 3/12/2020 MANIACI INSURANCE SERVICES 929 BENEFITS CONNECT ADMIN/FEB2018312
001-1203-4201 581.40
Total : 581.4018312
94237 3/12/2020 MARQUEZ, DANIEL Receipt 2001288.003 REFUND FOR CLASS OVERPAYMENT21451
001-2111 7.00
Total : 7.0021451
94238 3/12/2020 MERCHANTS LANDSCAPE SERVICES 55636 CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING/PARKS/FEB2018071
001-6101-4201 21,200.00
CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING/MEDIANS/FEB2055637
105-2601-4201 3,600.00
Total : 24,800.0018071
94239 3/12/2020 MNR CONSTRUCTION, INC.Progress Pmt 4 SEWER/PHASE 2/CONSTRUCTION/FEB2021588
160-8416-4201 406,111.94
Total : 406,111.9421588
94240 3/12/2020 MONTROSE AND ASSOCIATES INC 25924 CHAMBERS A/V TROUBLESHOOT/FEB20-MAR2013791
715-4204-4201 580.00
Total : 580.0013791
94241 3/12/2020 OFFICE DEPOT 448318625001 MAT REQ 586895/CASE OF 11X17 PAPER13114
001-4601-4305 94.15
MAT REQ 874130/OFFICE SUPPLIES448938527001
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94241 3/12/2020 (Continued)OFFICE DEPOT13114
001-2101-4305 38.31
MAT REQ 874130/OFFICE SUPPLIES448941101001
001-2101-4305 17.03
Total : 149.4913114
94242 3/12/2020 RICHIE, JOHNATHAN PO 34745 INSTRUCTOR PMT/CLASSES 8355/8/66-8/841220932
001-4601-4221 5,985.00
Total : 5,985.0020932
94243 3/12/2020 ROCK N ROLL CAR WASH LLC HB0319 CITY CAR WASHES/JAN19-MAR1918596
715-4201-4311 14.00
715-2101-4311 294.00
715-3302-4311 21.00
715-4202-4311 42.00
715-4601-4311 7.00
CITY CAR WASHES/APR19HB0419
715-3302-4311 42.00
715-4201-4311 21.00
715-2101-4311 133.00
715-4202-4311 28.00
CITY CAR WASHES/JUL19HB0719
715-2101-4311 217.00
715-4202-4311 28.00
715-3302-4311 35.00
715-4201-4311 7.00
CITY CAR WASHES/SEP19HB0919
715-2101-4311 252.00
715-3302-4311 14.00
715-4201-4311 14.00
715-4202-4311 42.00
CITY CAR WASHES/OCT19HB1019
715-4202-4311 42.00
715-2101-4311 182.00
715-3302-4311 63.00
715-4601-4311 7.00
715-4201-4311 14.00
CITY CAR WASHES/NOV19HB1119
715-2101-4311 154.00
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94243 3/12/2020 (Continued)ROCK N ROLL CAR WASH LLC18596
715-4201-4311 21.00
715-3302-4311 49.00
715-4202-4311 28.00
Total : 1,771.0018596
94244 3/12/2020 RYDER, LISA R PO 34791 GREEN BUS PROG IMPLEMENT EXP REIMB16970
001-1201-4201 604.41
Total : 604.4116970
94245 3/12/2020 SIERRA ENGINEERING SERVICES HMB1005 AQMD ANNUAL AIR EMISSION REPORT17830
001-4202-4201 600.00
Total : 600.0017830
94246 3/12/2020 SMART & FINAL 3220630010417 REQ 874676/EMPLOYEE ICE CREAM SOCIAL00114
001-1203-4201 73.68
JAIL/COFFEE/CUPS/CREAMER/FORKS~3220630011167
001-2101-4306 116.90
SODAS/NAPKINS/CUTLERY FOR MEETINGS~3220630017091
001-1101-4305 58.79
BRIEFING RM/COFFEE/PLATES/CUPS/CREAMER3220630017784
001-2101-4305 73.99
MAT REQ 751590/COCOA W/COPS EVENT SUPPLY3220630019673
001-3302-4309 31.74
SENIOR CTR/CUPS/COFFEE/PAPER TOWELS~3220630050161
001-4601-4328 63.94
MAT REQ 586894/EXCURSION GOODY BAGS3220630051182
001-4601-4308 42.72
SENIOR CTR/CLEANING & COFFEE SUPPLIES~3220630051183
001-4601-4328 49.04
MAT REQ 987467/PARK PROGRAM SNACKS3220630052617
001-4601-4308 290.74
Total : 801.5400114
94247 3/12/2020 SOCAL GAS 170-781-3287 9 YARD/NATURAL GAS/VEHICLES/FEB2000170
715-3104-4310 8.65
715-4204-4310 8.65
715-6101-4310 8.65
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(Continued)Total : 25.95 94247 3/12/2020 SOCAL GAS00170
94248 3/12/2020 SOUTH BAY FORD 645455 MAT REQ 874646/INJECTOR FUEL/VEHICLE 2810532
715-2101-4311 37.19
Total : 37.1910532
94249 3/12/2020 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO 2-00-989-6911 ELECTRICITY/FEB2000159
105-2601-4303 92.03
ELECTRICITY/JAN20-FEB20/INSTALL 22/852-00-989-7315
001-4204-4303 1,568.47
105-2601-4303 16,463.91
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-01-414-3994
160-3102-4201 53.95
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-08-629-3669
001-4204-4303 91.19
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-19-024-1604
001-4204-4303 1,627.72
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-20-128-4825
001-3304-4303 1,688.38
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-20-128-5475
001-4204-4303 209.80
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-20-984-6369
105-2601-4303 53.28
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-23-687-8021
001-3104-4303 49.38
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-31-250-3303
001-4204-4303 28.88
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-36-722-1322
105-2601-4303 37.29
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-37-909-1838
001-4204-4303 400.10
Total : 22,364.3800159
94250 3/12/2020 SPECIALIZED ELEVATOR SERVICES 9107 ELEVATOR MAINT/CITY HALL/MAR2021538
001-4204-4201 160.00
ELEVATOR MAINT/PARKING STRUCTURE/MAR209108
001-4204-4201 160.00
Total : 320.0021538
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Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
94251 3/12/2020 SUNWORKS UNITED, INC.28518 COMM CTR SOLAR PANEL MAINT/FEB20-FEB2120245
715-4204-4201 3,722.40
Total : 3,722.4020245
94252 3/12/2020 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON 252-2257948 INVESTMENT SAFEKEEPING/OCT19-DEC1913270
001-1141-4201 875.00
Total : 875.0013270
94253 3/12/2020 UPS 000023R146100 TICKET WRITER TO TURBODATA FOR REPAIR~14148
001-3302-4309 16.23
Total : 16.2314148
94254 3/12/2020 V AND V MANUFACTURING 50290 NEW POLICE BADGE NOS. 16 & 1701938
001-2101-4314 213.90
001-2101-4314 20.32
1 CASE/REFURBISH 10 BADGES50367
001-2101-4314 256.55
001-2101-4314 36.37
Total : 527.1401938
94255 3/12/2020 VERIZON BUSINESS SERVICES 71270829 VOIP PHONES/CITY HALL/PD/SEP1918666
001-1101-4304 38.26
001-1121-4304 60.32
001-1141-4304 36.13
001-1201-4304 148.12
001-1208-4304 6.75
001-2101-4304 810.29
001-1204-4304 108.39
001-4101-4304 132.65
001-4201-4304 145.54
001-4202-4304 180.62
001-4204-4321 18.05
160-3102-4201 18.06
715-1206-4304 18.04
001-1132-4304 18.08
001-1202-4304 90.34
001-1203-4304 72.34
VOIP PHONES/CITY HALL/PD/OCT1971298007
001-1101-4304 38.24
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94255 3/12/2020 (Continued)VERIZON BUSINESS SERVICES18666
001-1121-4304 60.40
001-1132-4304 18.07
001-1141-4304 36.12
001-1201-4304 148.05
001-1202-4304 90.27
001-1203-4304 72.22
001-1204-4304 108.44
001-1208-4304 6.73
001-2101-4304 808.36
001-4101-4304 132.66
001-4201-4304 145.59
001-4202-4304 180.60
001-4204-4321 18.07
160-3102-4201 18.06
715-1206-4304 18.08
VOIP PHONES/CITY HALL/PD/NOV1971330430
001-1202-4304 90.33
001-4201-4304 145.55
001-1141-4304 36.13
001-1201-4304 148.11
001-2101-4304 808.71
001-4101-4304 132.67
001-4202-4304 180.52
001-4204-4321 18.10
715-1206-4304 18.06
001-1132-4304 18.05
001-1208-4304 6.75
160-3102-4201 18.06
001-1121-4304 60.40
001-1204-4304 108.33
001-1101-4304 38.33
001-1203-4304 72.24
VOIP PHONES/CITY HALL/PD/DEC1971346851
001-1101-4304 38.24
001-1121-4304 60.23
001-1132-4304 18.01
001-1141-4304 36.03
001-1201-4304 147.70
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94255 3/12/2020 (Continued)VERIZON BUSINESS SERVICES18666
001-1202-4304 90.02
001-1203-4304 71.95
001-1204-4304 108.01
001-1208-4304 6.75
001-2101-4304 806.21
001-4101-4304 132.22
001-4201-4304 145.15
001-4202-4304 179.98
001-4204-4321 18.01
160-3102-4201 17.98
715-1206-4304 17.99
VOIP PHONES/SERVICE INTERRUPTION CREDIT71346851 Credit
001-1101-4304 -127.82
001-1121-4304 -201.52
001-1132-4304 -60.40
001-1141-4304 -120.70
001-1201-4304 -494.84
001-1202-4304 -301.81
001-1203-4304 -241.67
001-1204-4304 -362.11
001-1208-4304 -22.55
001-2101-4304 -2,706.99
001-4101-4304 -443.15
001-4201-4304 -486.22
001-4202-4304 -603.41
001-4204-4321 -60.30
160-3102-4201 -60.33
715-1206-4304 -60.26
VOIP PHONES/YARD/JAN2071382106
001-4202-4304 144.04
Total : 1,386.7218666
94256 3/12/2020 ZEP MANUFACTURING COMPANY 9004949054 55 GALLONS/ASPHALT RELEASE FREEZE09234
001-3104-4309 1,161.00
001-3104-4309 110.30
Total : 1,271.3009234
94257 3/12/2020 ZUMAR INDUSTRIES INC 87270 MAT REQ 987120/THREE STREET SIGNS01206
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94257 3/12/2020 (Continued)ZUMAR INDUSTRIES INC01206
001-3104-4309 845.17
MAT REQ 987122/FOUR HANDICAP SIGNS87294
001-3104-4309 264.47
MAT REQ 987126/ROLL OF RED HIP SHEETING87413
001-3104-4309 236.31
MAT REQ 987124/STREET SIGN MAINTENANCE87525
001-3104-4309 107.09
Total : 1,453.0401206
620261992 3/3/2020 PITNEY BOWES INC 3/12/20 Check Run POSTAGE METER REFILL/MAR2013838
001-1208-4305 1,000.00
Total : 1,000.0013838
Bank total : 1,046,818.21 43 Vouchers for bank code :boa
1,046,818.21Total vouchers :Vouchers in this report 43
"I hereby certify that the demands or claims covered by the
checks listed on pages 1 to 10 inclusive, of the check
register for 3/12/2020 are accurate funds are available for
payment, and are in conformance to the budget."
By
Finance Director
Date 3/12/2020
03/19/2020
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94258 3/19/2020 ADVANCED IMAGING OF SO BAY 572224-QAISB PRE-EMPLOYMENT X-RAY/DEC 201914070
001-1203-4320 30.00
PRE-EMPLOYMENT X-RAY/ FEB 2020582766-QAISB
001-1203-4320 19.98
Total : 49.9814070
94259 3/19/2020 BEACH GIRL PROPERTIES LLC 250 PARKING METERS - 70 14TH ST/ JAN 202016371
001-3842 650.00
PARKING METERS - 70 14TH ST/ FEB 2020251
001-3842 650.00
PARKING METERS - 70 14TH ST/ MAR 2020252
001-3842 650.00
Total : 1,950.0016371
94260 3/19/2020 BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP 871511 GENERAL CITY ATTORNEY SERVICES/FEB2020942
001-1131-4201 15,429.71
CITY ATTORNEY/NORTH SCHOOL MOU/FEB20871512
001-1131-4201 3,384.70
CITY ATTORNEY SERVICES/INFILTRATION/FEB871513
001-1131-4201 1,383.80
ATTORNEY/GREENWICH UNDERGROUND/FEB20871514
001-2133 74.80
CITY ATTORNEY/PUBLIC RECORDS REQS/FEB20871515
001-1131-4201 8,171.90
CITY ATTORNEY SERVICES/LAND USE/FEB20871517
001-1131-4201 1,879.35
CITY ATTORNEY SERVICES/CROSSFIT/FEB20871518
705-1133-4201 2,492.90
CITY ATTY SERVICES/ROTH V TRAN/FEB 2020871519
705-1133-4201 1,624.92
CITY ATTORNEY/HERMOSA FITNESS/FEB20871520
001-2108 497.40
CITY ATTY SRVS/FANGARY V CITY/FEB 2020871522
705-1133-4201 18,614.20
CITY ATTORNEY SERVICES/PERSONNEL/FEB2020871523
705-1133-4201 4,321.40
CITY ATTORNEY SERVICES/PITCHESS/FEB 2020871525
001-1121-4201 60.00
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94260 3/19/2020 (Continued)BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP20942
CITY ATTORNEY SRVS/PERSONNEL/FEB 2020871526
001-1203-4201 3,437.00
Total : 61,372.0820942
94261 3/19/2020 BROWN, GARY W 3102020 STREET LIGHT & SEWER TAX REBATE/ 201916089
001-6871 74.47
105-3105 24.61
Total : 99.0816089
94262 3/19/2020 EMERGENCY RESPONSE CRIME SCENE T2020-201 BIOHAZARD CLEAN UP IN JAIL AND VEHICLE16922
001-2101-4201 700.00
Total : 700.0016922
94263 3/19/2020 FEDERAL EXPRESS CORP 6-956-39758 EXPRESS MAIL/ PERSONNEL - MAR 202001962
001-1203-4305 111.62
Total : 111.6201962
94264 3/19/2020 FENTON, ERNIE 34805 CITATION # 4008167 & 37010736 FOR $56.0021659
001-3302 56.00
Total : 56.0021659
94265 3/19/2020 FRONTIER 310-318-0113-1203155 EOC ANALOG LINES/ MAR 202019884
001-1201-4304 1,205.53
PERSONNEL FAX LINE/ MAR 2020310-372-6373-0311045
001-1203-4304 57.36
EOC CABLE & INTERNET/ MAR 2020323-159-2268-0924145
001-1201-4304 291.20
Total : 1,554.0919884
94266 3/19/2020 GOLDEN WEST COLLEGE RBC 162-002 BASIC ACADEMY TUITION FOR BLUMENFIELD AN09058
001-2101-4317 4,584.00
Total : 4,584.0009058
94267 3/19/2020 HAGGERTY, SUSAN 3102020 SEWER SRV FEE & ST LIGHT REBATE/ 201921677
001-6871 124.12
105-3105 24.61
Total : 148.7321677
94268 3/19/2020 HAWTHORNE ELECTRIC SUPPLY 281966 PW YARD/ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES/ FEB 202020974
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94268 3/19/2020 (Continued)HAWTHORNE ELECTRIC SUPPLY20974
105-2601-4309 206.25
Total : 206.2520974
94269 3/19/2020 JLEE ENGINEERING, INC.3896 ZONING PLAN CHECKS/ JAN 202021644
001-4101-4201 3,850.00
Total : 3,850.0021644
94270 3/19/2020 LA CO SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT 202517BL MAT REQ 479122/PRISONER MEALS/JAN2000151
001-2101-4306 162.34
Total : 162.3400151
94271 3/19/2020 LANDE, MERYL 3102020 STREET LIGHT & SEWER TAX REBATE/ 201921292
001-6871 124.12
105-3105 24.61
Total : 148.7321292
94272 3/19/2020 LONG BEACH BMW MOTORCYCLE 36877 TIRE MAINTENANCE FOR BMW MOTORCYCLE12739
715-2101-5403 556.25
Total : 556.2512739
94273 3/19/2020 MCVICAR JR, DONALD 34807 CITATION 44007795 REFUND21671
001-3302 38.00
Total : 38.0021671
94274 3/19/2020 MINUTEMAN PRESS 26586 BUSINESS CARDS/ F ESTRADA & M YASA12055
001-1208-4305 162.00
001-1208-4305 15.39
Total : 177.3912055
94275 3/19/2020 MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING 2020-0225 MADD CRASH TRAILER FOR 2020 SAFETY FAIR21297
001-3302-4201 300.00
Total : 300.0021297
94276 3/19/2020 MURRAY, PAT/PAUL 34809 CASH KEY REFUNDS FOR CASH KEY # 164889 &18493
001-3846 23.50
001-2117 21.00
001-3846 20.50
001-2117 21.00
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(Continued)Total : 86.00 94276 3/19/2020 MURRAY, PAT/PAUL18493
94277 3/19/2020 PROVIDENCE MEDICAL ID 600000284 PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICALS/ FEB 202001911
001-1203-4320 526.00
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICALS/ FEB 2020ID 600000285
001-1203-4320 1,796.00
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICALS/ NOV 19ID 6408217
001-1203-4320 27.50
Total : 2,349.5001911
94278 3/19/2020 R.S. LEFF, B. BENSON LEFF OR 34813 RESIDENTIAL PERMIT # 21-06354 CHARGED $420466
001-3843 40.00
Total : 40.0020466
94279 3/19/2020 ROEBUCK, HILARY OR SATCHEL 34814 CITATION 39011009/36009183 OVERPAYMENTS21669
001-3302 60.00
Total : 60.0021669
94280 3/19/2020 SUZUKI, GARY 34816 REIMBURSEMENT FOR ACADEMY BOOKS21650
001-2101-4305 546.25
Total : 546.2521650
94281 3/19/2020 UPS 23R146110 SHIPPING SERVICES - CS/ MAR 202014148
001-3302-4309 25.06
Total : 25.0614148
94282 3/19/2020 VERIZON BUSINESS SERVICES 71381545 VOIP PHONES/ EOC GYM/ JAN 202018666
001-1201-4304 61.46
Total : 61.4618666
94283 3/19/2020 WEBER, KERI 34819 CASH KEY # 13100 REFUND OF $26.7521670
001-2117 14.50
001-3851 12.25
Total : 26.7521670
94284 3/19/2020 WEBER, TRAUDL Parcel 4181-020-036 STREET LIGHT TAX REBATE05939
105-3105 24.61
Total : 24.6105939
4494264 3/17/2020 DEPT OF HEALTH CARE SRVS/GEMT GEM04201U6M MED TRANSPORT QUALITY ASSURE FEE/OCT-DEC21347
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Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
4494264 3/17/2020 (Continued)DEPT OF HEALTH CARE SRVS/GEMT21347
001-1201-4251 6,022.17
Total : 6,022.1721347
Bank total : 85,306.34 28 Vouchers for bank code :boa
85,306.34Total vouchers :Vouchers in this report 28
"I hereby certify that the demands or claims covered by the
checks listed on pages 1 to 5 inclusive, of the check
register for 3/19/2020 are accurate funds are available for
payment, and are in conformance to the budget."
By
Finance Director
Date 3/19/2020
03/26/2020
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94285 3/26/2020 ABSOLUTE INTERNATIONAL SECURIT 2020010417 DOWNTOWN/PIER PLAZA SECURITY/FEB2021086
001-2101-4201 9,246.00
Total : 9,246.0021086
94286 3/26/2020 ADMINSURE, INC.13137 GL GEN/AUTO LIABILITY CLAIMS ADMIN/APR2004715
705-1209-4201 1,400.00
Total : 1,400.0004715
94287 3/26/2020 ALMANZA, EDWARD P 13 ON-CALL CEQA CONSULTING/JUN19-FEB2017442
001-4104-4201 10,732.30
TRANSPACIFIC FIBER OPTIC EIR/JUL19-FEB204
001-2108 23,722.82
Total : 34,455.1217442
94288 3/26/2020 AMERICAN GUARD SERVICES, INC. 241823-2 CROSSING GUARD SERVICES/FEB2020685
001-2102-4201 12,683.10
Total : 12,683.1020685
94289 3/26/2020 AT&T 000014457049 PD COMPUTER CIRCUITS/FEB2000321
001-2101-4304 137.89
PD COMPUTER CIRCUITS/MAR20960 461-1985 555 7
001-2101-4304 108.64
Total : 246.5300321
94290 3/26/2020 AT&T 000014329725 PD COMPUTER CIRCUITS/FEB2000321
001-2101-4304 137.79
Total : 137.7900321
94291 3/26/2020 ATHENS SERVICES 8098506 PD SHREDDING SERVICES/MAR2016660
001-2101-4309 50.98
Total : 50.9816660
94292 3/26/2020 BARROWS, PATRICK PO 34757 INSTRUCT PMT/CLASSES 8440/9/68-9/82-417271
001-4601-4221 5,411.00
INSRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASS NO. 8526PO 34849
001-4601-4221 33.60
Total : 5,444.6017271
94293 3/26/2020 BLACK, CATHERINE M Parcel 4186-022-010 STREET LIGHT & SEWER TAX REBATE19248
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94293 3/26/2020 (Continued)BLACK, CATHERINE M19248
001-6871 124.12
105-3105 24.61
Total : 148.7319248
94294 3/26/2020 CDWG WVL3750 IPAD MINI W/COVER FOR GRANT ACTIVITIES09632
150-2121-4201 567.31
150-2121-4201 53.51
IPAD EXTENDED 3-YEAR WARRANTYWVS4514
150-2121-4201 30.44
Total : 651.2609632
94295 3/26/2020 CLEAN ENERGY CD12279963 COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS/VEHICLES/FEB2009694
715-3104-4310 70.94
715-2601-4310 119.21
715-6101-4310 121.48
715-3109-4310 175.10
715-4601-4310 116.09
Total : 602.8209694
94296 3/26/2020 COLLINS, DENNIS L.PO 34850 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASSES 8515-20/205970
001-4601-4221 494.90
Total : 494.9005970
94297 3/26/2020 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 436935 MAT REQ 874675/FINGERPRINTING/FEB2000364
001-1203-4251 290.00
Total : 290.0000364
94298 3/26/2020 DOOLEY ENTERPRISES INC 57750 MAT REQ 874132/AMMUNITION FOR RANGE12735
001-2101-4201 2,463.17
Total : 2,463.1712735
94299 3/26/2020 DUNCAN SOLUTIONS, INC.DS0000005495 CITATION PAYMENT SYSTEM FEES/FEB2020668
001-1204-4201 5,288.09
Total : 5,288.0920668
94300 3/26/2020 EASY READER HD20-006 to HD20-010 MAT REQ 708556/LEGAL ADS/FEB2000181
001-1121-4323 1,131.08
Total : 1,131.0800181
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Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
94301 3/26/2020 EMBROIDME BEACH CITIES 77513 GALLEGOS/ORANGE SAFETY JACKET11509
001-4202-4314 79.98
001-4202-4314 7.60
Total : 87.5811509
94302 3/26/2020 FAMILY THEATRE INC PO 34740 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASS NO. 840416932
001-4601-4221 1,449.00
INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASS NO. 8552PO 34851
001-4601-4221 1,019.20
Total : 2,468.2016932
94303 3/26/2020 FEHR & PEERS 135750 NORTH SCHOOL TRAFFIC PLAN/JAN2021539
001-1201-4201 19,433.37
Total : 19,433.3721539
94304 3/26/2020 FRONTIER 20/-190-0013-1206175 PD COMPUTER CIRCUITS/MAR2019884
001-2101-4304 892.04
LANDLINES/COMPUTER LINKS/MAR20209-188-4669-0714985
001-3302-4304 73.22
001-2101-4304 716.93
001-4204-4321 228.48
001-4202-4304 59.47
001-4201-4304 168.07
001-3304-4304 62.03
001-1204-4304 57.33
CASHIER TAPS LINE/MAR20310-318-8751-0128095
001-1203-4304 56.65
JAIL BREATHALYZER/MAR20310-318-9210-0827185
001-2101-4304 69.13
CHAMBERS EOC ANALOG LINES/MAR20310-318-9800-1204155
715-1206-4304 1,429.08
FIBER OPTIC LINE/APR20323-155-6779-0822065
715-1206-4201 215.98
Total : 4,028.4119884
94305 3/26/2020 GAGLIANO, CHRISTOPHER PO 34844 DISMISSED CITATION NO. 4301060921675
001-3302 53.00
Total : 53.0021675
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Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
94306 3/26/2020 GUERRERO, ROBERT J.Inv Dated 2/25/20 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION/FEB2020669
001-2101-4201 1,160.92
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION/JAN20-FEB20Invoice Dated 2/4/20
001-2101-4201 1,145.84
Total : 2,306.7620669
94307 3/26/2020 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES 1542128 MAT REQ 586886/VACUUM PARTS03432
001-4601-4305 36.31
MAT REQ 673793/MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES2014105
105-2601-4309 196.36
MAT REQ 673791/TOILET/WAX RING/DRIVER2032740
001-4204-4309 258.36
REQ 586761/SEALANT/PALLET OF CEMENT5013826
001-3104-4309 408.96
REQ 309146/SELF-LEVELING STREET SEALANT5904758
001-3104-4309 178.21
MAT REQ 586873/BATTERIES/TAPE/ZIP TIES620914
001-4601-4305 90.93
Total : 1,169.1303432
94308 3/26/2020 HONDA MD INC, STEPHAN T 0015903 DETAINEE BLOOD DRAWS/FEB2015141
001-2101-4201 63.60
Total : 63.6015141
94309 3/26/2020 INDEPENDENT STATIONERS SI00387209 MAT REQ 479055/OFFICE SUPPLIES16742
001-1201-4305 72.70
Total : 72.7016742
94310 3/26/2020 INEZ, DANIEL DIHb-020120 HB LOGO REFRESH/FEB2021505
001-1201-4201 6,000.00
Total : 6,000.0021505
94311 3/26/2020 INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR INC 1100717380 NETWRIX AUDITOR/SPRT/MAINT/MAR20-MAR2117796
001-2101-4201 657.00
Total : 657.0017796
94312 3/26/2020 LAURA MECOY COMMUNICATIONS LLC 2-2020 PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER/FEB2020347
001-1201-4201 6,000.00
Total : 6,000.0020347
03/26/2020
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Bank code :boa
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
94313 3/26/2020 MAGNUM VENTURE PARTNERS PO 34766 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASES 8386/818274
001-4601-4221 2,119.50
Total : 2,119.5018274
94314 3/26/2020 MARRS SERVICES, INC.17399-3 STORM DRAIN DESIGN/NOV1921569
161-8417-4201 11,256.60
STORM DRAIN DESIGN/DEC1917399-4
161-8417-4201 6,030.65
Total : 17,287.2521569
94315 3/26/2020 NV5, INC 152661 ASSESSMENT ENGINEERING SERVICES/JAN2021033
001-2133 1,980.00
Total : 1,980.0021033
94316 3/26/2020 OFFICE DEPOT 43666636001 50 PRINTABLE 8GB DVD+R13114
001-2101-4305 13.88
001-2101-4305 146.07
100 VERBATIM CD/DVD PAPER SLEEVES436867126001
001-2101-4305 17.97
001-2101-4305 1.71
Total : 179.6313114
94317 3/26/2020 PERELMUTER, LAUREN PO 34769 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASS NO. 840119145
001-4601-4221 1,243.42
Total : 1,243.4219145
94318 3/26/2020 PH AND S PRODUCTS LLC 0012317-IN 1 CASE OF MEDICAL GLOVES FOR JAIL17130
001-2101-4306 105.00
Total : 105.0017130
94319 3/26/2020 PROSUM TECHNOLOGY SERVICES SIN024564 IT SUPPORT SERVICES/MAR2011539
715-1206-4201 15,046.00
Total : 15,046.0011539
94320 3/26/2020 RED SECURITY GROUP, LLC 65639 MAT REQ 987037/DUPLICATE KEYS, LUBRICANT13255
001-4204-4309 21.63
MAT REQ 987038/FOUR DUPLICATE KEYS65649
001-4204-4309 9.86
REQ 987259/10 DUPLICATE COURTYARD KEYS65686
001-4601-4305 24.64
03/26/2020
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Bank code :boa
Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
(Continued)Total : 56.13 94320 3/26/2020 RED SECURITY GROUP, LLC13255
94321 3/26/2020 ROCK N ROLL CAR WASH LLC HB0519 CITY CAR WASHES/MAY1918596
715-3302-4311 7.00
715-2101-4311 119.00
715-4201-4311 7.00
715-4202-4311 35.00
CITY CAR WASHES/JUN19HB0619
715-2101-4311 98.00
715-3302-4311 35.00
715-4201-4311 14.00
715-4202-4311 28.00
CITY CAR WASHES/AUG19HB0819
715-2101-4311 154.00
715-3302-4311 28.00
715-4201-4311 7.00
715-4202-4311 56.00
Total : 588.0018596
94322 3/26/2020 ROSCOE, KIMBERLY ANN PO 34854 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASS NO. 837920921
001-4601-4221 412.23
Total : 412.2320921
94323 3/26/2020 ROUND STAR WEST LLC PO 34746 INSTRUCTOR PMT/CLASSES 8322-3/6-7/9-3116921
001-4601-4221 3,248.00
Total : 3,248.0016921
94324 3/26/2020 SBCU VISA 00B0034513168 CC DRINKING WATER DELIVERY 1/13/20-2/12/2003353
001-2101-4305 422.02
SENIOR CENTER MUSIC SUBSCRIPTION/MAR20Email CC
001-4601-4328 9.99
CONFERENCE LINE/JAN20IC30411-0120 CC
001-1201-4304 82.88
75 DEPT HOLIDAY CARDS W/ENVELOPESPO 34437 CC
001-2101-4305 84.18
001-2101-4305 7.99
CITY EVENT/INFO ADS 1/11/20-2/10/20PO 34499 CC
001-1201-4201 62.96
AED PADS/EOC/CITY HALL/PDPO 34645 CC
03/26/2020
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Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount
94324 3/26/2020 (Continued)SBCU VISA03353
001-1201-4201 153.00
001-1201-4201 14.53
CODE BOOKS FOR BUILDINGPO 34655 CC
001-4201-4317 126.70
001-4201-4317 12.04
IPAD CHARGERSPO 34668 CC
715-1206-5401 39.97
715-1206-5401 3.79
GET WELL ARRANGEMENT FOR GEOFF HIRSCHPO 34674 CC
001-1201-4305 74.98
001-1201-4305 0.90
STREET DECALS/SEA LEVEL RISE VR PROJPO 34693 CC
150-4107-4201 240.31
150-4107-4201 22.83
PAPER SHREDDER/HANGING FILE POCKETSPO 34709 CC
001-4202-4305 355.13
001-4202-4305 27.85
CARD FOR COMMISSIONER RICEPO 34724 CC
001-4101-4305 4.99
001-4101-4305 0.47
FLOWERS FOR COMMISSIONER RICEPO 34730 CC
001-4101-4305 91.32
001-4101-4305 8.68
SENIOR CENTER MOVIE RENTAL/FEB20PO 34777 CC
001-4601-4328 1.80
001-4601-4328 0.17
COCOA WITH A COPPO 34843 CC
001-3302-4201 128.34
2 NIGHT STICKS FOR NEW HIRESPO 34845 CC
001-2101-4314 79.90
001-2101-4314 7.60
001-2101-4314 8.95
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGReceipt CC
001-1101-4305 390.40
CITY MGR LUNCH W/DEPUTY CM CANDIDATEReceipt CC
001-1201-4305 59.00
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGReceipt CC
001-1101-4305 301.98
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94324 3/26/2020 (Continued)SBCU VISA03353
COMMUNITY POLICE ADVISORY BOARD FOODReceipt CC
001-3302-4201 57.94
CM PERSONAL RIDES REIMBURSED TO CITYReceipt00100765143CC
001-1201-4317 21.47
CANCELLED TRAINING TO BE REFUNDEDTo Be Refunded CC
001-2101-4317 280.00
LOWENTHAL/LEAGUE OF CA CITIES CM CONFTR 811 CC
001-1201-4317 1,098.83
LOWENTHAL/LEAGUE OF CA CITIES/MEALSTR 811 CC
001-1201-4317 60.21
LOWENTHAL/LEAGUE CA CITIES/5 TAXISTR 811 CC
001-1201-4317 241.77
LOWENTHAL/LEAGUE CA CITIES/MEALTR 811 CC
001-1201-4317 3.55
LOWENTHAL/LEAGUE OF CA CITIES/MEALSTR 811 CC
001-1201-4317 30.11
LOWENTHAL/LEAGUE CA CITITES/MEALTR 811 CC
001-1201-4317 43.00
LOWENTHAL/LEAGUE CA CITIES/MEALTR 811 CC
001-1201-4317 21.76
GAGLIA/SHERMAN BLOCK SUPERVISORYTR 837 CC
001-2101-4312 437.61
TIPAN/CALEA CONFERENCE/TRAVEL INSTR 838 CC
001-2101-4317 23.84
TIPAN/CALEA CONFERENCE/AIRFARETR 838 CC
001-2101-4317 366.80
MASSEY/USC SUSTAINABILITY SUMMITTR 840 CC
001-1101-4317 518.47
MASSEY/USC SUSTAINABILITY SUMMIT/MEALSTR 840 CC
001-1101-4317 114.22
Total : 6,145.2303353
94325 3/26/2020 SCHWARTZ, MATTHEW Receipt 001-00755532 MOVING PERMIT PW20-0073 REFUND21679
001-3815 241.87
Total : 241.8721679
94326 3/26/2020 SIEMENS INDUSTRY INC 5620025419 TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINT/FEB2007158
001-3104-4201 499.38
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(Continued)Total : 499.38 94326 3/26/2020 SIEMENS INDUSTRY INC07158
94327 3/26/2020 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC 97595585-001 MAT REQ 668227/ROOT BARRIERS19829
001-6101-4309 63.40
Total : 63.4019829
94328 3/26/2020 SOCAL GAS 011004 5767 8 YARD BLDGS/NATURAL GAS/FEB2000170
001-4204-4303 29.16
Total : 29.1600170
94329 3/26/2020 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO 2-01-836-7458 ELECTRICITY/FEB2000159
105-2601-4303 14.08
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-02-274-0542
001-6101-4303 11.61
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-09-076-5850
105-2601-4303 125.91
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-21-400-7684
105-2601-4303 20.87
ELECTRICITY/FEB202-26-686-5930
105-2601-4303 298.43
Total : 470.9000159
94330 3/26/2020 SPCALA 2020-0229 ANIMAL SHELTERING SERVICES/FEB2018821
001-3302-4201 575.00
Total : 575.0018821
94331 3/26/2020 SPECTRUM BUSINESS 0049969031120 PD/CABLE/MAR2020236
001-2101-4201 72.09
Total : 72.0920236
94332 3/26/2020 SPORTS CAMP MANAGEMENT PO 34771 INSTRUCTOR PAYMENT/CLASSES 8547/85-618036
001-4601-4221 4,340.00
Total : 4,340.0018036
94333 3/26/2020 SPRINT 551834312-219 COMM RES/CELL PHONES/FEB2010098
001-4601-4304 162.14
Total : 162.1410098
94334 3/26/2020 T-MOBILE Account 946625962 PD/CSOS/CELL PHONES/FEB2019082
001-2101-4304 200.70
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94334 3/26/2020 (Continued)T-MOBILE19082
001-3302-4304 40.14
Total : 240.8419082
94335 3/26/2020 TRIANGLE HARDWARE 987033 thru 309087 MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES/MAR2000123
001-3104-4309 232.94
001-4204-4309 961.05
001-6101-4309 203.95
105-2601-4309 866.41
715-4206-4309 154.90
001-2021 53.61
001-2022 -53.61
Total : 2,419.2500123
94336 3/26/2020 TUMBLEWEED TRANSPORTATION 0013461-IN STAR KINDERGARTEN TRANSPORTATION/FEB2020749
145-3411-4201 3,000.00
Total : 3,000.0020749
94337 3/26/2020 TURBODATA SYSTEMS, INC.32008 TICKET WRITER WIRELESS FEES/MAR2020670
001-3302-4201 1,250.00
Total : 1,250.0020670
94338 3/26/2020 UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA, PARS #67460192003/26/20 Check Run PARS/OPEB CONTRIBUTIONS/MAR2014528
001-1101-4190 120.00
001-1121-4190 286.00
001-1201-4190 1,766.00
001-1202-4190 1,785.00
001-1203-4190 680.00
001-1204-4190 1,011.00
001-2101-4190 13,329.00
001-3104-4190 933.00
001-3301-4190 96.00
001-3302-4190 2,964.00
001-4101-4190 1,255.00
001-4201-4190 1,316.00
001-4202-4190 1,364.00
001-4204-4190 630.00
001-4601-4190 889.00
001-6101-4190 868.00
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94338 3/26/2020 (Continued)UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA, PARS #674601920014528
105-2601-4190 269.00
160-3102-4190 162.00
161-3109-4190 172.00
715-4206-4190 508.00
Total : 30,403.0014528
94339 3/26/2020 VERIZON BUSINESS SERVICES 71381923 VOIP PHONES/COMM RES/JAN2018666
001-4601-4304 141.40
VOIP PHONES/BARD/JAN2071381950
001-3302-4304 69.37
Total : 210.7718666
94340 3/26/2020 WITTMAN ENTERPRISES LLC 2001062 AMBULANCE TRANSPORT BILLING/JAN2013359
001-1202-4201 4,136.80
Total : 4,136.8013359
840120659 3/25/2020 SOCAL GAS 3/26/20 Check Run CITY BLDGS/NATURAL GAS/FEB2000170
001-4204-4303 366.35
Total : 366.3500170
Bank total : 213,965.26 57 Vouchers for bank code :boa
213,965.26Total vouchers :Vouchers in this report 57
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"I hereby certify that the demands or claims covered by the
checks listed on pages 1 to 12 inclusive, of the check
register for 3/26/2020 are accurate funds are available for
payment, and are in conformance to the budget."
By
Finance Director
Date 3/26/2020
City of Hermosa Beach
Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0188
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Adjourned Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION
OF A REPORT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS
WITHIN THE HERMOSA BEACH LANDSCAPING AND
STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT DURING FY 2020-2021
(Public Works Director Marnell Gibson)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the preparation of a
report for the annual levy of assessments within the Hermosa Beach Landscaping and Street Lighting
District during fiscal year 2020-2021.
Executive Summary:
The Hermosa Beach Street Lighting and Landscaping Assessment District (District)was created in
fiscal year 1989-1990,according to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972.The District
assessment funds the cost of maintaining and operating streetlights,traffic signals,and landscaping
located within parkways and medians citywide.
The District must be renewed annually by following a three-step process.First,Council authorizes
the Director of Public Works to prepare an engineer’s report containing the estimated cost of
maintaining the District,the list of parcels within the District,and the method of apportionment of the
assessment.
The second step is to present the engineer’s report to Council for approval and to set a date for a
public hearing declaring the City Council’s intention to order certain improvements and to levy and
collect assessments within the District for the new fiscal year.
The third and final step is to hold the Public hearing to accept public input on the matter of the
proposed assessment and to levy the assessment for the new fiscal year, if approved.
The staff recommendation for Council action covers the first step for setting up the Landscaping and
Street Lighting District for fiscal year 2020-2021.
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Background:
The Landscaping and Street Lighting District provides for the maintenance and operation of the
citywide street lighting program and landscaping within street medians and parkways.The
Landscaping and Street Lighting District must be renewed annually by following a three-step process.
The assessment rate per dwelling unit has not increased since the passage of Proposition 218 in
1996 and is currently set at $41.45.
The anticipated assessment to be collected for fiscal year 2019-2020 is $456,000;an additional
$175,932 will be transferred from the General Fund to the Lighting /Landscaping District Fund to
maintain the citywide Landscaping and Street Lighting District for fiscal year 2019-2020.
Analysis:
The Landscaping and Street Lighting District provides for the maintenance and operation of the
citywide street lighting program and landscaping within street medians and must be renewed
annually.
Based on the advice of the City Attorney,the City is in compliance with Proposition 218 and can
continue to levy assessments to pay for the maintenance and operation of streetlights,street
medians,and parkway landscaping without balloting requirements so long as the assessments are
not increased.The assessment rate per dwelling unit has not increased since the passage of
Proposition 218 in 1996.
By approving the attached Resolution,the City Council authorizes the preparation of an engineer’s
report,which would contain maps,methodology,costs,and estimated assessments for the
Landscaping and Street Lighting District.As required,the following steps must be taken for the levy
and collection of assessments within the City’s Landscaping and Street Lighting District for fiscal year
2020-2021:
1.The Director of Public Works files the engineer’s report consisting of,among other things,the
map and the assessments with the City Clerk.
2.The City Council adopts a Resolution approving the report as prepared under the direction of
the Director of Public Works.
3.The City Council adopts a Resolution,which sets the date,time,and the place for a public
hearing in order to accept input on the report for the Landscaping and Street Lighting District
2020-2021.
4.The City Council holds a public hearing and adopts a Resolution confirming the map and
assessment for the Landscaping and Street Lighting District 2020-2021 and levies the set
assessment rate per unit for the fiscal year commencing July 1,2020 and ending June 30,
2021.
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5.The City Council adopts the fiscal year 2020-2021 estimated revenue for secured collections
for the Landscaping and Street Lighting District.
General Plan Consistency:
PLAN Hermosa,the City’s General Plan,was adopted by the City Council in August 2017.PLAN
Hermosa was divided into seven elements,each with multiple goals.The relevant goals to the
Hermosa Beach Landscaping and Street Lighting District are contained within the Mobility,Parks +
Open Space, and Infrastructure Elements:
Mobility:
2.1 Prioritize public rights-of-way.Prioritize improvements of public rights-of-way that provide
heightened levels of safe,comfortable and attractive public spaces for all non-motorized travelers
while balancing the needs of efficient vehicular circulation.
2.4 Sustainable landscape.Use consistent and sustainable landscape and streetscape designs that
reflect the city’s community identity;showcase local assets and the community’s unique and vibrant
culture.
Parks + Open Space:
10.3 Green space co-benefits.Recognize the many positive qualities provided by landscaping,trees,
and green space including reduced heat gain,controlled stormwater runoff,absorbed noise,reduced
soil erosion, improved aesthetic character, and absorption of air pollution.
Infrastructure:
1.1 Infrastructure systems plan.Establish and adopt an integrated,holistic systems approach to
guide infrastructure development, improvement, maintenance, and resilience.
1.4 Fair share assessments.Require new development and redevelopment projects to pay their fair
share of the cost of infrastructure improvements needed to serve the project and ensure that needed
infrastructure is available prior to or at the time of project completion.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact at this time.
Attachments:
1.Draft resolution ordering preparation of report
Respectfully Submitted by: Reed Salan, Associate Engineer
Concur:Lucho Rodriguez, Deputy City Engineer
Concur: Marnell Gibson, Public Works Director
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Noted for Fiscal Impact: Viki Copeland, Finance Director
Legal Review:Mike Jenkins, City Attorney
Approved: Suja Lowenthal, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 20XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH,
CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO PREPARE A
REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 4 OF CHAPTER 1 OF THE
“LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972”, BEING DIVISION 15, PART 2 OF
THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, FOR
THE MAINTENANCE, OPERATION AND SERVICING OF STREET AND
SIDEWALK LANDSCAPING, LIGHTING AND APPURTENANT WORK IN THE
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
COMMENCING JULY 1, 2020 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2021.
HERMOSA BEACH LANDSCAPING AND STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT 2020-2021
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, proposes to
renew the existing assessment district designated as “Hermosa Beach Landscaping and Street
Lighting District 2019-2020” pursuant to the “Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972”, being
Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California; and
WHEREAS, the assessment district includes all parcels of land within the City and shall
be redesignated as the “HERMOSA BEACH LANDSCAPING AND STREET LIGHTING
DISTRICT 2020-2021”; and
WHEREAS, it is proposed to maintain and operate streets and sidewalks within the
assessment district, including the operation, maintenance and servicing of landscaping, lighting
and appurtenant facilities located in and along such streets and sidewalks.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA
BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the City Council hereby redesignates the existing Hermosa Beach
Landscaping and Street Lighting District 2019-2020 as the Hermosa Beach Landscaping and
Street Lighting District 2020-2021.
SECTION 2. That the Director of Public Works is hereby ordered to prepare and file a
report in accordance with Article 4 of Chapter 1 of the “Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972”,
being Division 15, Part 2 of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, for the
maintenance and operation of streets and sidewalks within the assessment district, including the
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in and along such streets and sidewalks, for the Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2020 and
ending June 30, 2021 all as set forth in this resolution.
SECTION 3. That a certified copy of this resolution be presented to the Director of
Public Works for his/her information and guidance.
SECTION 4. That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this
Resolution; shall cause the same to be entered among the original resolutions of said City; and
shall make a minute of the passage and adoption thereof in the records of the proceeding of the
City Council of said City in the minutes of the meeting at which the same is passed and adopted.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 14th day of April, 2020.
PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, California
ATTEST:
, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
, CITY ATTORNEY
City of Hermosa Beach
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City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0179
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
APPLICATION FOR LOCAL EARLY PLANNING (LEAP) GRANT
(Community Development Director Ken Robertson)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached resolution,thereby approving an
application for Local Early Planning (LEAP)Grant Program Funds and authorizing the City Manager
to execute the grant agreement.
Background:
As part of the 2019-20 Budget Act,Governor Gavin Newsom allocated $250 million for all regions,
cities,and counties to do their part by prioritizing planning activities that accelerate housing
production to meet identified needs of every community.With this allocation,the Department of
Housing and Community Development (HCD)established the Local Early Action Planning Grant
Program (LEAP).This program provides a one-time funding opportunity to local agencies to update
planning documents that would facilitate the acceleration of housing production.This includes
updating the Housing Element of the General Plan for the upcoming 6th cycle Regional Housing
Needs Allocation (RHNA).
Discussion:
The maximum grant amount is based on the City’s population,as was posted on the Department of
Finance’s (DOF)website on January 1,2019.According to DOF,the City of Hermosa Beach had a
population of 19,673.For communities with a population of less than 20,000,the maximum grant
amount is $65,000.Inasmuch as Hermosa Beach was within 327 people of qualifying for a larger
grant,staff reached out to HCD to discuss the possibility to qualify for the larger grant.Unfortunately,
HCD clarified that the population limits and grant amounts are explicitly stated within the statute and
deviations are not permitted.
The proposed grant would be used to supplement the budget for updating the General Plan Housing
Element to be consistent with the upcoming 6th Cycle RHNA.The Housing Element will identify
housing constraints and opportunities,as well as providing a detailed analysis of how the City can
meet its RHNA allotment,which is currently anticipated to be 556 units.The proposed project is
estimated to cost $150,000, of which $65,000 would be covered by the grant.
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Upon award of grant funds,the City’s procedures for obtaining consulting services will be followed.
Adoption of the attached resolution would allow the grant application to proceed and would appoint
the City Manager to execute all documents required for the grant proposal.The application deadline
is July 1, 2020.
General Plan Consistency:
PLAN Hermosa,the City’s General Plan,was adopted by the City Council in August 2017.The grant
application would support updating a mandatory element of the General Plan (Housing Element),
which when adopted would be consistent with the remainder of the PLAN Hermosa.
Fiscal Impact:
Staff is including a $150,000.00 funding request in the FY20-21 budget to cover the cost of updating
the Housing Element.This action would generate $65,000.00 in grant revenue to reduce the amount
of City funds needed to complete the update.
Attachments:
1. Draft Resolution
2. LEAP Grant Program Funds Application
Respectfully Submitted by: David Blumenthal, AICP, Senior Planner
Concur: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
Noted for Fiscal Impact: Viki Copeland, Finance Director
Legal Review: Mike Jenkins, City Attorney
Approved: Suja Lowenthal, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 20-XXXX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION
FOR, AND RECEIPT OF, LOCAL GOVERNMENT PLANNING
SUPPORT GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to Health and Safety Code 50515 et. Seq, the Department of
Housing and Community Development (Department) is authorized to issue a Notice of Funding
Availability (NOFA) as part of the Local Government Planning Support Grants Program
(hereinafter referred to by the Department as the Local Early Action Planning Grants program or
LEAP); and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach desires to submit a LEAP
grant application package (“Application”), on the forms provided by the Department, for
approval of grant funding for projects that assist in the preparation and adoption of planning
documents and process improvements that accelerate housing production and facilitate
compliance to implement the sixth cycle of the regional housing need assessment; and
WHEREAS, the Department has issued a NOFA and Application on January 27, 2020 in
the amount of $119,040,000 for assistance to all California Jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH,
CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to apply for and
submit to the Department the Application package.
SECTION 2. In connection with the LEAP grant, if the Application is approved by the
Department, the City Manager of the City of Hermosa Beach is authorized to submit the
Application, enter into, execute, and deliver on behalf of the Applicant, a State of California
Agreement (Standard Agreement) for the amount of $65,000.00, and any and all other
documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to evidence and secure the LEAP grant,
the Applicant’s obligations related thereto, and all amendments thereto; and
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SECTION 3. The Applicant shall be subject to the terms and conditions as specified in
the NOFA, and the Standard Agreement provided by the Department after approval. The
Application and any and all accompanying documents are incorporated in full as part of the
Standard Agreement. Any and all activities funded, information provided, and timelines
represented in the Application will be enforceable through the fully executed Standard
Agreement. Pursuant to the NOFA and in conjunction with the terms of the Standard Agreement,
the Applicant hereby agrees to use the funds for eligible uses and allowable expenditures in the
manner presented and specifically identified in the approved Application.
SECTION 4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. The City Clerk shall certify
to the passage and adoption of this Resolution; shall cause the original of the same to be entered
among the original resolutions of the City Council; shall make a minute of the passage and
adoption thereof in the minutes of the City Council meeting at which the same is passed and
adopted; and shall transmit a copy of this Resolution to the Applicant.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 14th day of April 2020.
____________________________________________________________________________
PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, California
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________________ _____________________________
City Clerk City Attorney
A.Applicant Information and Certification
Applicant (Jurisdiction)
Applicant’s Agency Type
Applicant’s Mailing Address
City
State California Zip Code
County
Website
Authorized Representative Name
Authorized Representative Title
Phone Fax
Email
Contact Person Name
Contact Person Title
Phone Fax
Email
Proposed Grant Amount $
Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 50515.03 through (d) of the Guidelines, all applicants
must meet the following two requirements to be eligible for an award:
1.Does the application demonstrate a nexus to accelerating housing
production as shown in Attachment 1?Yes No
2.Does the application demonstrate that the applicant is consistent
with State Planning or Other Priorities; Attachment 2?Yes No
Is a fully executed resolution included with the application package? Yes No
Does the address on the Government Agency Taxpayer ID Form
exactly match the address listed above? Yes No
Is the applicant partnering with another eligible local government
entity? If Yes, provide a fully executed copy of the legally binding
agreement. Yes No
As the official designated by the governing body, I hereby certify that if approved by HCD for funding
through the Local Early Action Planning Program (LEAP), the assumes the
responsibilities specified in the Notice of Funding Availability and certifies that the information,
statements and other contents contained in this application are true and correct.
Signature: Name:
Date: Title:
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B.Proposed Activities Checklist
Check all activities the locality is undertaking. Activities must match the project description.
1
Rezoning and encouraging development by updating planning documents and zoning ordinances,
such as general plans, community plans, specific plans, implementation of sustainable communities’
strategies, and local coastal programs
2 Completing environmental clearance to eliminate the need for project-specific review
3
Establishing housing incentive zones or other area based housing incentives beyond State Density
Bonus Law such as a workforce housing opportunity zone pursuant to Article 10.10 (commencing
with Section 65620) of Chapter 3 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the Government Code or a housing
sustainability district pursuant to Chapter 11 (commencing with Section 66200) of Division 1 of Title
7 of the Government Code
4 Performing infrastructure planning, including for sewers, water systems, transit, roads, or other
public facilities necessary to support new housing and new residents
5
Planning documents to promote development of publicly owned land such as partnering with other local entities to identify and prepare excess or surplus property for residential development
6 Revamping local planning processes to speed up housing production
7 Developing or improving an accessory dwelling unit ordinance in compliance with Section 65852.2
of the Government Code
8
Planning documents for a smaller geography (less than jurisdiction-wide) with a significant impact
on housing production including an overlay district, project level specific plan, or development
standards modifications proposed for significant areas of a locality, such as corridors, downtown or
priority growth areas
9
Rezoning to meet requirements pursuant to Government Code Section 65583(c)(1) and other rezoning efforts to comply with housing element requirements, including Government Code Section 65583.2(c) (AB 1397, Statutes of 2018)
10
Upzoning or other implementation measures to intensify land use patterns in strategic locations such as close proximity to transit, jobs or other amenities
11
Rezoning for multifamily housing in high resource areas (according to Tax Credit Allocation
Committee/Housing Community Development Opportunity Area Maps);
Establishing Pre-approved architectural and site plans
12 Preparing and adopting housing elements of the general plan that include an implementation component to facilitate compliance with the sixth cycle RHNA
13
Adopting planning documents to coordinate with suballocations under Regional Early Action
Planning Grants (REAP) that accommodate the development of housing and infrastructure and
accelerate housing production in a way that aligns with state planning priorities, housing,
transportation equity and climate goals, including hazard mitigation or climate adaptation
14 Zoning for by-right supportive housing, pursuant to Government Code section 65651 (Chapter 753,
Statutes of 2018)
15 Zoning incentives for housing for persons with special needs, including persons with developmental
disabilities
16 Planning documents related to carrying out a local or regional housing trust fund
17
Environmental hazard assessments; data collection on permit tracking; feasibility studies, site analysis, or other background studies that are ancillary (e.g., less than 15% of the total grant amount) and part of a proposed activity with a nexus to accelerating housing production
18 Other planning documents or process improvements that demonstrate an increase in housing
related planning activities and facilitate accelerating housing production
19 Establishing Prohousing Policies
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C.Project Description
Provide a description of the project and each activity using the method outlined below, and ensure the
narrative speaks to Attachment 1: Project Timeline and Budget.
a.Summary of the Project and its impact on accelerating production
b.Description of the tasks and major sub-tasks
c.Summary of the plans for adoption or implementation
Please be succinct and use Appendix A or B if more room is needed.
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D.Legislative Information
District # Legislator Name
Federal
Congressional
District
State Assembly
District
State Senate
District
Applicants can find their respective State Senate representatives at https://www.senate.ca.gov/, and
their respective State Assembly representatives at https://www.assembly.ca.gov/.
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Attachment 1: Project Timeline and Budget
Task Est. Cost Begin End Deliverable Notes
Total Projected Cost $
Include high-level tasks, major sub-tasks (Drafting, Outreach, Public Hearings and Adoption), budget amounts, begin and end dates and deliverables. If other funding is
used, please note the source and amount in the Notes section.
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Attachment 2: Application Nexus to Accelerating Housing Production
Applicants shall demonstrate how the application includes a nexus to accelerating housing production
by providing data regarding current baseline conditions and projected outcomes such as a reduction
in timing, lower development costs, increased approval certainty, increases in number of entitlements,
more feasibility, or increases in capacity. An expected outcome should be provided for each proposed
deliverable. If necessary, use Appendix B to explain the activity and its nexus to accelerating housing
production.
Select at least one *Baseline **Projected ***Difference Notes
Timing (e.g., reduced
number of processing
days)
Development cost (e.g.,
land, fees, financing,
construction costs per
unit)
Approval certainty and
reduction in
discretionary review
(e.g., prior versusproposed standard and level of discretion)
Entitlement streamlining
(e.g., number of
approvals)
Feasibility of development
Infrastructure capacity
(e.g., number of units)
Impact on housing supply
and affordability (e.g.,
number of units)
*Baseline – Current conditions in the jurisdiction (e.g. 6-month development application
review, or existing number of units in a planning area)
**Projected – Expected conditions in the jurisdiction because of the planning grant actions
(e.g. 2-month development application review)
***Difference – Potential change resulting from the planning grant actions (e.g., 4-month acceleration in permitting, creating a more expedient development process)
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Attachment 3: State and Other Planning Priorities Certification (Page 1 of 3)
Applicants must demonstrate that the locality is consistent with State Planning or Other Planning
Priorities by selecting from the list below activities that are proposed as part of this application or were
completed within the last five years. Briefly summarize the activity and insert a date of completion.
State Planning Priorities
Date of
Completion Brief Description of the Action Taken
Promote Infill and Equity
Rehabilitating, maintaining, and improving existing infrastructure that supports infill development
and appropriate reuse and redevelopment of previously developed, underutilized land that is
presently served by transit, streets, water, sewer, and other essential services, particularly in
underserved areas.
Seek or utilize funding or support strategies to facilitate opportunities for infill development.
Other (describe how this meets subarea objective)
Promote Resource Protection
Protecting, preserving, and enhancing the state’s most valuable natural resources, including working
landscapes such as farm, range, and forest lands; natural lands such as wetlands, watersheds,
wildlife habitats, and other wildlands; recreation lands such as parks, trails, greenbelts, and other
open space; and landscapes with locally unique features and areas identified by the state as
deserving special protection.
Actively seek a variety of funding opportunities to promote resource protection in underserved communities.
Other (describe how this meets subarea objective)
Encourage Efficient Development Patterns
Ensuring that any infrastructure associated with development, other than infill development,
supports new development that does the following: (1) Uses land efficiently.
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Attachment 3: State and Other Planning Priorities Certification (Page 2 of 3)
(2) Is built adjacent to existing developed areas to the extent consistent with environmental protection.
(3) Is located in an area appropriately planned for growth.
(4) Is served by adequate transportation and other essential utilities and services.
(5) Minimizes ongoing costs to taxpayers.
Other (describe how this meets subarea objective)
Other Planning Priorities
Affordability and Housing Choices
Incentives and other mechanisms beyond State Density Bonus Law to encourage housing with
affordability terms.
Efforts beyond state law to promote accessory dwelling units or other strategies to intensify single-
family neighborhoods with more housing choices and affordability.
Upzoning or other zoning modifications to promote a variety of housing choices and densities.
Utilizing surplus lands to promote affordable housing choices.
Efforts to address infrastructure deficiencies in disadvantaged communities pursuant to Government
Code Section 65302.10.
Other (describe how this meets subarea objective)
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Attachment 3: State and Other Planning Priorities Certification (Page 3 of 3)
Conservation of Existing Affordable Housing Stock
Policies, programs or ordinances to conserve stock such as an at-risk preservation ordinance,
mobilehome park overlay zone, condominium conversion ordinance and acquisition and
rehabilitation of market rate housing programs.
Policies, programs and ordinances to protect and support tenants such as rent stabilization, anti-
displacement strategies, first right of refusal policies, resources to assist tenant organization and
education and “just cause” eviction policies.
Other (describe how this meets subarea objective)
Climate Adaptation
Building standards, zoning and site planning requirements that address flood and fire safety, climate
adaptation and hazard mitigation.
Long-term planning that addresses wildfire, land use for disadvantaged communities, and flood and
local hazard mitigation.
Community engagement that provides information and consultation through a variety of methods
such as meetings, workshops, and surveys and that focuses on vulnerable populations (e.g., seniors,
people with disabilities, homeless, etc.).
Other (describe how this meets subarea objective)
Certification: I certify under penalty of perjury that all information contained in this LEAP State
Planning and Other Planning Priorities certification form (Attachment 2) is true and correct.
Certifying Officials Name:
Certifying Official’s Title:
Certifying Official’s Signature: Date:
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Attachment 4: Required Resolution Template
RESOLUTION NO. [insert resolution number]
A RESOLUTION OF THE [INSERT EITHER “CITY COUNCIL” OR “COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS”] OF [INSERT THE NAME OF THE CITY OR COUNTY] AUTHORIZING
APPLICATION FOR, AND RECEIPT OF, LOCAL GOVERNMENT PLANNING SUPPORT
GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to Health and Safety Code 50515 et. Seq, the Department of Housing and
Community Development (Department) is authorized to issue a Notice of Funding Availability
(NOFA) as part of the Local Government Planning Support Grants Program (hereinafter referred
to by the Department as the Local Early Action Planning Grants program or LEAP); and
WHEREAS, the [insert either “City Council” or “County Board of Supervisors”] of [insert the
name of the City or County] desires to submit a LEAP grant application package
(“Application”), on the forms provided by the Department, for approval of grant funding for
projects that assist in the preparation and adoption of planning documents and process
improvements that accelerate housing production and facilitate compliance to implement the
sixth cycle of the regional housing need assessment; and
WHEREAS, the Department has issued a NOFA and Application on January 27, 2020 in the
amount of $119,040,000 for assistance to all California Jurisdictions;
Now, therefore, the [insert either “City Council” or “County Board of Supervisors”] of
[insert the name of the city or county] (“Applicant”) resolves as follows:
SECTION 1. The [insert the authorized designee’s TITLE ONLY] is hereby authorized and
directed to apply for and submit to the Department the Application package;
SECTION 2. In connection with the LEAP grant, if the Application is approved by the Department,
the [insert the authorized designee’s TITLE ONLY] of the [insert the name of the City or
County] is authorized to submit the Application, enter into, execute, and deliver on behalf of the
Applicant, a State of California Agreement (Standard Agreement) for the amount of [$ enter the
dollar amount of the Applicant’s request], and any and all other documents required or
deemed necessary or appropriate to evidence and secure the LEAP grant, the Applicant’s
obligations related thereto, and all amendments thereto; and
SECTION 3. The Applicant shall be subject to the terms and conditions as specified in the NOFA,
and the Standard Agreement provided by the Department after approval. The Application and
any and all accompanying documents are incorporated in full as part of the Standard Agreement.
Any and all activities funded, information provided, and timelines represented in the Application
will be enforceable through the fully executed Standard Agreement. Pursuant to the NOFA and
in conjunction with the terms of the Standard Agreement, the Applicant hereby agrees to use the
funds for eligible uses and allowable expenditures in the manner presented and specifically
identified in the approved Application.
ADOPTED ON [insert the date of adoption], by the [insert either “City Council” or “County
Board of Supervisors”] of [insert the name of the City or County] by the following vote count:
AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN:
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
[Signature of Attesting Officer]
___________________________________________APPROVED
[Signature of approval]
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Appendix A
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Appendix B
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City of Hermosa Beach
Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0192
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
A LETTER TO THE STATE WATER RESOURCES
CONTROL BOARD OPPOSING AN EXTENSION OF THE
OPERATION OF THE AES REDONDO BEACH FACILITY
(Environmental Programs Manager Douglas Krauss)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that City Council approve a letter to the State Water Resources Control Board
(State Water Board) and authorize the Mayor to sign it.
Executive Summary:
The City of Hermosa Beach has been actively monitoring and participating in the City of Redondo
Beach’s efforts to ensure the timely closure of the AES facility and the site’s consequent rehabilitation
into a development that will benefit the region.This letter declares Hermosa Beach’s opposition to
any extension of the plant’s operation and reiterates our support and commitment to Redondo
Beach’s ongoing efforts on this matter.
Background:
The 50-acre AES Redondo Beach property,just south of the Hermosa Beach border in the City of
Redondo Beach,has been used for electricity generation purposes for over a century.Originally
developed by Henry Huntington under the Pacific Light and Power Company,the property was
acquired by Southern California Edison in 1917,redeveloped in the 1940s,and sold to the AES
Corporation in 1997.AES proposed to rebuild the site with a smaller footprint and more efficient
equipment, filing an application with the California Energy Commission (CEC) in 2012.
Between 2015 and 2016,the City of Hermosa Beach engaged as an intervenor in proceedings
related to the AES site,providing support to Redondo Beach based on the cities’shared concerns
about the impacts of a potential new power plant.During that time,Hermosa Beach staff participated
in CEC meetings related to the project including telephone participation at status conferences,
monitoring the CEC’s project docket,attending community workshops,and participating in joint
conference calls with state agencies.
In response to State Water Resources Board regulations affecting coastal power plants that use
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In response to State Water Resources Board regulations affecting coastal power plants that use
ocean water for cooling,AES proposed to retire the power generating units by 2020.Any change in
the use of the site,other than for park and open space,would require a zoning amendment and
General Plan amendment (both subject to approval by the voters of Redondo Beach),as well as
California Coastal Commission approval.The site has previously been the subject of two public votes
on development concepts with neither receiving a majority vote.
In May 2019,Redondo Beach City Council approved the formation of an Enhanced Infrastructure
Financing District to help fund public improvements on the site,in anticipation of the plant’s closure
and anticipated future development.Redondo Beach was also recently successful in securing a grant
of $4.8 million from the California Natural Resources Agency to help fund purchase of a portion of the
site for public park space.
Discussion:
In November 2019,the California Public Utilities Commission recommended the extension of the
deadline for the AES facility’s closure to December 31,2022 with the rationale of ensuring extended
power grid reliability.Final approval of the extension is subject to an upcoming vote by the State
Water Board.The final date of this vote has not yet been determined.In addition,the site has
recently been purchased by a private developer.The terms of the sale of the property include an
account set aside by AES to fund environmental remediation of the site.The amount of the fund
increases dependent upon the length of the facility’s operation.If the facility were to be permitted to
operate an additional three years to 2022,AES would transfer $14 million to the new owner for
remediation efforts, though these efforts could potentially begin prior to the closure.
Redondo Beach has authored a letter to the State Water Board opposing the extension of the
facility’s operation.Staff recommends the City Council approve a letter to the State Water Board
supporting Redondo Beach’s efforts and opposing the extension of operations at the AES plant.
Past Council Actions
Meeting Date
Description
July 26, 2016
Heard status report and discussion of City’s involvement on the
Redondo Beach Waterfront Project and AES Property
April 24, 2018
Submitted a letter to Los Angeles County in support of Redondo Beach’s
application to form an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District for the
AES site
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General Plan Consistency:
This report and associated recommendations have been evaluated for their consistency with the
City’s General Plan. Relevant Policies are listed below:
Governance
Goal 4. A leader and partner in the region.
Policies:
·4.3 Collaboration with adjacent jurisdictions.Maintain strong collaborative relationships
with adjacent jurisdictions and work together on projects of mutual interest and concern
Land Use
Goal 13. Land use patterns that improve the health of residents.
Policies:
·13.1 Restrict health-harming uses.Prohibit new land uses that harm the physical health and
well-being of the community.
Sustainability and Conservation
Goal 3. Improved air quality and reduced air pollution emissions.
Policies:
·3.7 Regional air quality.When possible,collaborate with other agencies within the region to
improve air quality and meet or exceed State and Federal air quality standards through
regional efforts to reduce air pollution from mobile sources,including trucks and passenger
vehicles and other large polluters
Fiscal Impact:
There are no fiscal implications from this action.
Attachments:
1.Draft Letter to State Water Board
Respectfully Submitted by: Douglas Krauss, Environmental Programs Manager
Approved: Suja Lowenthal, City Manager
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City of Hermosa Beach
Civic Center, 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254-3885
April 14, 2020
Chair E. Joaquin Esquivel and Board Members Jeanine Townsend, Clerk to the Board
State Water Resources Control Board State Water Resources Control Board
1001 I Street, 24th Floor 1001 I Street, 24th Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814-0100 Sacramento, CA 95814-0100
Re: Opposition to Extension of Operations of AES Redondo Beach
Mr. Esquivel,
We respectfully write to express our vehement opposition to the proposed extension of operations
at the AES Redondo Beach power plant located at 1100 North Harbor Drive in Redondo Beach.
This extension was recommended for your consideration by the California Public Utilities
Commission at their November 7, 2019 meeting and we formally request that the State Water
Resource Control Board vote no on this proposed extension.
The cities of Redondo Beach and Hermosa Beach have been working diligently for many years
to ensure this facility cease its operations and transition the site to a more beneficial use. Redondo
Beach has spearheaded these efforts and the City of Hermosa Beach has worked closely with
Redondo toward the same goals. The site is located directly across the street from Hermosa
Beach’s southern border and has been a source of grave concern in our community for its
deleterious effect on our environmental health and quality of life. The plant and its acres of
radiating power transmission lines have been highly visible sources of noise, visual and air pollution
for not only our cities but the region as a whole.
The tireless efforts of the City of Redondo Beach have been vital in finally bringing the imminent
closure of this locus of blight. Currently, the facility is scheduled to close at the end of 2020 – only
a few short months from now. In addition, a private party has purchased the property with the
aim of redevelopment. The City of Redondo Beach has additionally been awarded a State grant
of nearly $5 million to purchase portions of the land to become open park space and established
an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District to benefit the site’s future development. We request
that you oppose this extension of operation of AES Redondo Beach and allow these 50 acres to
finally become a source of pride and boon to the region’s health and quality of life.
Sincerely,
Mary Campbell
Mayor
City of Hermosa Beach
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Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0198
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
APPROVE SUBMITTAL OF CAL OES FORM 130 -
DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT’S AGENT RESOLUTION
FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1.Reaffirm Resolution No. 18-7153 adopted on November 27, 2018 (Attachment 1); and
2.Approve submittal of Cal OES Form 130 (Attachment 2),designating the City Manager,
Finance Director, and Chief of Police as the City’s authorized agents.
Discussion:
The California Office of Emergency Services requires that non-state agencies such as the City of
Hermosa Beach submit a Cal-OES Form 130 every three years.The Form documents the City
Council’s authorization of an agent to act on behalf of the City for purposes of receiving disaster
assistance from state and federal agencies,including FEMA.Approving the Form now will enable the
City to efficiently apply for and request public assistance as the need arises.The Form will be
applicable to the COVID-19 emergency,as well as any other disaster over the next three years.Staff
is proposing that the City Council designate the City Manager,Finance Director and Chief of Police
as the City’s authorized agents.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact for approving the resolution.Designating an authorized agent may ultimately
have a positive fiscal impact because it will enable the City to request public assistance from federal
and state agencies to seek recovery of costs related to the COVID-19 emergency.
Attachments:
1. Resolution No. 18-7153
2. Cal OES Form 130
Respectfully Submitted by: Ann Yang, Executive Assistant
Concur: Michael Edwards, Interim Emergency Management Coordinator
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Legal Review: Mike Jenkins, City Attorney
Approved: Suja Lowenthal, City Manager
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
Cal OES 130
Cal OES ID No:______________________
DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION
FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE OF THE
(Governing Body)(Name of Applicant)
THAT ,OR
(Title of Authorized Agent)
,OR
(Title of Authorized Agent)
(Title of Authorized Agent)
is hereby authorized to execute for and on behalf of the , a public entity
(Name of Applicant)
established under the laws of the State of California, this application and to file it with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency
Services for the purpose of obtaining certain federal financial assistance under Public Law 93-288 as amended by the Robert T.Stafford
Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act of 1988, and/or state financial assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act.
THAT the ________________________________________________, a public entity established under the laws of the State of California,
(Name of Applicant)
hereby authorizes its agent(s) to provide to the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for all matters pertaining to such state disaster
assistance the assurances and agreements required.
Please check the appropriate box below:
This is a universal resolution and is effective for all open and future disasters up to three (3) years following the date of approval below.
This is a disaster specific resolution and is effective for only disaster number(s) ________________________
Passed and approved this day of , 20
(Name and Title of Governing Body Representative)
(Name and Title of Governing Body Representative)
(Name and Title of Governing Body Representative)
CERTIFICATION
I,,duly appointed and of
(Name)(Title)
,do hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of a
(Name of Applicant)
Resolution passed and approved by the of the
(Governing Body)(Name of Applicant)
on the day of ,20 .
(Title)
Page 1
(Signature)
Cal OES 130 (Rev.9/13)
CITY COUNCIL CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
CITY MANAGER
FINANCE DIRECTOR
CHIEF OF POLICE
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
X
14TH APRIL 20
SUJA LOWENTHAL, CITY MANAGER
VIKI COPELAND, FINANCE DIRECTOR
PAUL LEBARON, CHIEF OF POLICE
THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
CITY COUNCIL CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
14TH APRIL 20
SUJA LOWENTHAL ACTING CITY CLERK
ACTING CITY CLERK
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
Cal OES 130 -Instructions
Cal OES Form 130 Instructions
A Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution for Non-State Agencies is required of all Applicants to be eligible to receive funding. A new resolution must be submitted if a previously submitted Resolution is older than three (3) years from the last date of approval, is invalid or has not been submitted.
When completing the Cal OES Form 130,Applicants should fill in the blanks on page 1.The blanks are to be filled in as
follows:
Resolution Section:
Governing Body: This is the group responsible for appointing and approving the Authorized Agents.
Examples include: Board of Directors,City Council,Board of Supervisors,Board of Education, etc.
Name of Applicant:The public entity established under the laws of the State of California. Examples include: School
District, Office of Education, City, County or Non-profit agency that has applied for the grant, such as: City of San Diego,
Sacramento County, Burbank Unified School District, Napa County Office of Education, University Southern California.
Authorized Agent: These are the individuals that are authorized by the Governing Body to engage with the Federal Emergency
Management Agency and the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services regarding grants applied for by the Applicant. There are
two ways of completing this section:
1.Titles Only: If the Governing Body so chooses,the titles of the Authorized Agents would be entered here,not
their names.This allows the document to remain valid (for 3 years)if an Authorized Agent leaves the position
and is replaced by another individual in the same title.If “Titles Only”is the chosen method,this document
must be accompanied by a cover letter naming the Authorized Agents by name and title. This cover letter can
be completed by any authorized person within the agency and does not require the Governing Body’s signature.
2.Names and Titles: If the Governing Body so chooses,the names and titles of the Authorized Agents would be
listed.A new Cal OES Form 130 will be required if any of the Authorized Agents are replaced, leave the position
listed on the document or their title changes.
Governing Body Representative: These are the names and titles of the approving Board Members.
Examples include: Chairman of the Board,Director,Superintendent,etc. The names and titles cannot be one of the
designated Authorized Agents, and a minimum of two or more approving board members need to be listed.
Certification Section:
Name and Title: This is the individual that was in attendance and recorded the Resolution creation and approval.
Examples include:City Clerk,Secretary to the Board of Directors,County Clerk,etc. This person cannot be one of the
designated Authorized Agents or Approving Board Member (if a person holds two positions such as City Manager and
Secretary to the Board and the City Manager is to be listed as an Authorized Agent, then the same person holding the
Secretary position would sign the document as Secretary to the Board (not City Manager) to eliminate “Self
Certification.”
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City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 14, 2020
7:00 P.M. - REGULAR AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER I call to order the April 14th Regular Meeting of the City Council.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Will _____________ please lead us in the pledge of allegiance?
ROLL CALL Roll call please.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT [None]
ANNOUNCEMENTS Do any of my colleagues have announcements?
Thank you so much to our City Manager and all our City staff who have been working
day and night to protect the public and keep providing the City’s essential services. We
were all encouraged that our leaders are beginning to look ahead to restarting our
economy and carefully lifting restrictions in a manner that protects public health.
As the governor said today, we are entering an optimistic phase – and that’s because all
of you have worked so hard to help us slow the spread of COVID-19.
Still, Los Angeles County reported the most deaths in one day today --- 40 deaths from
COVID-19. We extend our deepest sympathies to all who have lost friends and loved
ones to COVID-19. We know that some in our community are battling this virus, and we
wish them a speedy recovery.
We understand the fear, the anger and the many emotions so many in our community
are experiencing because their lives have been turned upside down, their loved ones are
suffering from COVID-19, their income has been reduced or lost entirely and their
businesses were closed with very little notice.
We have seen members of our community step forward and volunteer to make face
masks, shop for groceries and run errands for those who are most at risk of severe
illness. We have seen people reaching out to neighbors to offer supplies they may not
have or to provide help in so many ways. Truly, some of our better angels have shown
up since the COVID-19 outbreak.
Unfortunately, a few people – probably out of fear and uncertainty – have lashed out at
their neighbors and friends, especially on social media. Let’s all try to give each other the
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benefit of the doubt – to recognize everyone is feeling stressed – and that we should just
try to give each other an extra measure of kindness and compassion.
We know that our small business owners are facing incredibly difficult times because of
the closures and significant changes in their operations. We want all of you to know that
we are serving as your voice in speaking with county, state and federal officials about
how to get you the financial support you need.
The City Council, as you may know, enacted a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures
for businesses and residents during the emergency. Please work with your landlords or
mortgage holders, and please visit our website where you will find a more detailed
explanation of this emergency ordinance in a series of questions and answers.
As mayor, I’m so proud to see how our City has moved ahead amid these difficult times.
On Thursday, we will have a virtual swearing-in ceremony for our new chief of police,
Paul LeBaron. You will hear more about him later tonight. But this appointment of a new
police chief is an important step forward in fulfilling our promises to further strengthen our
police department.
This is an important moment in our history. We are all being called upon to do our part
during this public health emergency. Let us all rise to the occasion by being kind and
helping one another. Let us all write a history that will make proud. Let us all move forward
as a resilient community, strengthened by these challenges and united in securing a
healthier future.
And finally, I’d like to take a moment to thank all the community members that have
donated masks and other essential supplies to our Police Department and City
Staff. These items are hard to come by these days so we are so thankful and
grateful for all of these generous donations.
FACE MASK DONATIONS:
• Chinese American Community – 2,000 face masks
• Skechers - 250 face masks
• Corey Glave - 200 face masks
• Vilma Escutia - 75 face masks
• Condor Outdoor (https://condoroutdoor.com/) - 50 face masks
• Tony Drockton (resident and founder of Hammitt) - 25 face masks
• Bryan Linnell - 10 face masks
• James Scott – ? face masks
HAND SANITIZER & SANITIZING WIPES DONATIONS:
• Adams Polishes - $1,000 worth of mixed product
• R6 Distillery – 5 gallons of hand sanitizer
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• James Freeman – 5 gallons of hand sanitizer
• David & Bill Vondraser from Azeo Distillery – 24 bottles of hand sanitizer
• SONO Wipes – Approx. 1,500 sanitizing wipes
FOOD DONATION:
• South Bay Pizza - Pizza
APPROVAL OF AGENDA Is there a motion to approve the agenda?
PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS
a) 20-0196 RECOGNIZING INTERIM POLICE CHIEF MICHAEL MCCRARY
FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
I’d like to begin by providing some background about Chief McCrary’s career and
accomplishments. Chief McCrary began his career as a police officer in West
Covina in 1964. He then moved to Palm Springs, where he worked from 1973-1982,
achieving the rank of Police Lieutenant. He joined the City of Signal Hill’s Police
Department as Chief of Police in 1982, where he worked to restore its image. Chief
McCrary then became the City’s Assistant City Manager in 1993.
In 1996, he joined the City of Chino Hills as its Interim Public Facilities Director. In
1999, he became Los Alamitos Police Chief, overseeing a department of 40 before
retiring from that position in 2007. He then joined the Wheatland Police Department
as Chief in 2008 and retired from that position in 2011.
He’s been active in several professional law enforcement organizations and served
as a faculty member at Chapman University and Riverside City College. He’s also
been active in the community, serving as president of the Board for the Casa Youth
Center, a home for troubled youth, and on the Board for the Los Alamitos Medical
Center.
We are grateful to Chief McCrary for serving as our Interim Police Chief for the
second time and we would like to present him with a Certificate of Commendation.
[Read Certificate of Commendation]
b) 20-0183 INTRODUCTION OF PAUL LEBARON AS HERMOSA BEACH’S
NEW POLICE CHIEF BEGINNING APRIL 16, 2020
[Suja to introduce new Police Chief]
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c) 20-0184 ORIGINAL SONG PERFORMANCE BY NICK SHATTUCK
Attachments: "THE CURVE" by Nick Shattuck We’d like to remind everyone about the importance of the “safer at home” order
by sharing a special performance by our own City staff member, Nick Shattuck.
Besides being an outstanding Recreation Coordinator, Nick is also a
singer/songwriter. You can find more of Nick’s music on Spotify, Facebook, or
www.nickshattuckmusic.com. Ann, will you please start the video?
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER Suja, please provide your updates.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Although the City Council values your comments,
the Brown Act generally prohibits the Council from taking action on any matter
not listed on the posted agenda as a business item.
1. ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: If you wish to provide public
comment, please fill out a speaker card to ensure names of speakers are
correctly recorded in the minutes and where appropriate, to provide contact
information for staff follow-up. This is the time for members of the public to
address the City Council on any items within the Council's jurisdiction not on
this agenda, on items on this agenda as to which public comment will not be
taken (Miscellaneous Items and Reports – City Council and Other Matters), or to
request the removal of an item from the consent calendar. Public comments on
the agenda items called Miscellaneous Reports and Other Matters will only be
heard at this time. Comments on public hearing items are heard only during the
public hearing. Members of the audience may also speak:
1) during discussion of items removed from the Consent Calendar;
2) during Public Hearings; and,
3) during discussion of items appearing under Municipal Matters. Comments from the
public are limited to three minutes per speaker. The City Council acknowledges receipt
of the written communications listed below. No action will be taken on matters raised in
written communications. The Council may take action to schedule issues raised in oral
and written communications for a future agenda. Citizens with comments regarding City
management or departmental operations are requested to submit those comments to
the City Manager.
a) REPORT WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
20-0191
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the written communication.
Attachments: Email from Anthony Higgins regarding construction during COVID-19
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2. CONSENT CALENDAR: The following more routine matters will be acted
upon by one vote to approve with the majority consent of the City Council.
There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council member
removes an item from the Consent Calendar. Items removed will be considered
under Agenda Item 4, with public comment permitted at that time.
a) REPORT CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
20-0182
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the minutes of the January 28,
2020 Regular Meeting.
Attachments: 2020-01-28 CC Reg Mtg Min.pdf
b) REPORT CHECK REGISTERS
20-0177 (Finance Director Viki Copeland)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council ratify the following check registers.
Attachments: 1. 03-12-20 2. 03-19-20 3. 03-26-20
c) REPORT APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION
20-0188 OF A REPORT FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS
WITHIN THE HERMOSA BEACH LANDSCAPING AND
STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT DURING FY 2020-2021
(Public Works Director Marnell Gibson)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the
preparation of a report for the annual levy of assessments within the Hermosa Beach
Landscaping and Street Lighting District during fiscal year 2020-2021.
Attachments: Draft Resolution ordering preparation of report
d) REPORT APPLICATION FOR LOCAL EARLY PLANNING (LEAP) GRANT
20-0179 (Community Development Director Ken Robertson)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached resolution, thereby
approving an application for Local Early Planning (LEAP) Grant Program Funds and
authorizing the City Manager to execute the grant agreement.
Attachments: 1. Draft Resolution 2. LEAP Grant Program Funds Application
e) REPORT A LETTER TO THE STATE WATER RESOURCES
20-0192 CONTROL BOARD OPPOSING AN EXTENSION OF THE
OPERATION OF THE AES REDONDO BEACH FACILITY
(Environmental Programs Manager Douglas Krauss)
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Recommendation:Staff recommends that City Council approve a letter to the State Water Resources
Control Board (State Water Board) and authorize the Mayor to sign it.
Attachments: Draft Letter to State Water Board
f) REPORT APPROVE SUBMITTAL OF CAL OES FORM 130 -
20-0198 DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT’S AGENT RESOLUTION
FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Reaffirm Resolution No. 18-7153 adopted on November 27, 2018 (Attachment 1);
and
2. Approve submittal of Cal OES Form 130 (Attachment 2), designating the City
Manager, Finance Director, and Chief of Police as the City's authorized agents.
Attachments: 1. Resolution 18-7153 2. Cal OES FORM 130
3. CONSENT ORDINANCES
NONE
4. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION * Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS - TO COMMENCE AT 7:30 P.M.
a) REPORT UPDATE ON IMPLEMENTATION OF TEMPORARY BAN OF
20-0190 DOCKLESS SCOOTER AND BIKESHARE IN HERMOSA BEACH
(Environmental Analyst Leeanne Singleton)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Receive an update on the City's implementation efforts related to the temporary
ban of shared mobility devices; and
2. Introduce upon first reading, an ordinance extending the ban on the deployment
and operation of scooters/bikeshare within the City of Hermosa Beach for a period of
six months or until the City adopts guidelines for shared mobility operations.
(Attachment 1)
Attachments: 1. Draft Ordinance 20-__ Amending Temporary Ban on Shared Mobility 2. November 2017 Staff Report 3. August 2018 Staff Report 4. April 2019 Staff Report 5. August 2019 Staff Report 6. South Bay Shared Mobility Guidelines.pdf 7. e-Comment from Steve Collins submitted 03-06-20
6. MUNICIPAL MATTERS
a) REPORT AMENDMENTS TO TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON
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20-0194 FORECLOSURES AND RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
EVICTIONS FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT DURING
COVID-19 PANDEMIC
(City Attorney Michael Jenkins)
(Assistant City Attorney Lauren Langer)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council adopt an Urgency Ordinance of the City of
Hermosa Beach (Attachment 1) amending Ordinance No. 20-1406U (Attachment 2) to
amend the temporary moratorium on foreclosures and evictions due to non-payment of
rent by residential and commercial tenants impacted by the Novel Coronavirus
(COVID-19), and setting forth the facts constituting such urgency.
The Urgency Ordinance requires four-fifths vote of the city council and if approved, will
take effect immediately.
Attachments: 1. Urgency Ordinance-CLEAN 2. Urgency Ordinance 20-1406U, adopted March 24, 2020 3. Link to Financial Relief Package
4. Link to list of participating financial institutions on the California
Department of Business Oversight website
5. SUPPLEMENTAL Urgency Ordinance-REDLINED (added 4-13-20 at
5:30pm)
7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS - CITY
COUNCIL
a) REPORT UPCOMING VACANCIES:
20-0185 THREE PLANNING COMMISSION TERMS EXPIRE JUNE 30, 2020
AND TWO CIVIL SERVICE BOARD TERMS EXPIRE JULY 15, 2020
(City Manager Suja Lowenthal)
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council direct the City Clerk's office to immediately
advertise the five upcoming board/commission term expirations and invite applications
from all interested parties.
b) 20-0181 UPDATES FROM CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEES
AND STANDING COMMITTEE DELEGATES/ALTERNATES
8. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL
Requests from Councilmembers for possible future agenda items. No discussion or
debate of these requests shall be undertaken; the sole action is whether to schedule the
item for consideration on a future agenda. No public comment will be taken.
Councilmembers should consider the city's work plan when considering new items.
a) 20-0187 TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Recommendation:Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the tentative future agenda
items.
Attachments: Tentative Future Agenda.pdf
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ADJOURNMENT
Tonight’s meeting will adjourn to Wednesday, April 22nd at 6:00 p.m. for a Virtual
Study Session on the Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2020–21.
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SPEAKER LIST
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Although the City Council values your comments,
the Brown Act generally prohibits the Council from taking action on any matter
not listed on the posted agenda as a business item.
This is the time for members of the public to address the Council on any items
within the Council's jurisdiction not on this agenda, OR items on this agenda as
to which public comment will not be taken, OR to request the removal of an item
from the consent calendar. Public comments on agenda items called
Miscellaneous Items and Reports – City Council and Other Matters, which are at
the end of the agenda, will only be heard at this time. Members of the audience
may also speak:
1) during discussion of items removed from the Consent Calendar;
2) during Public Hearings; and,
3) during discussion of items appearing under Municipal Matters. Comments from the
public are limited to three minutes per speaker.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
1. Anthony Higgins
2. Jon David
City of Hermosa Beach
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REPORT 20-0190
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
UPDATE ON IMPLEMENTATION OF TEMPORARY BAN OF
DOCKLESS SCOOTER AND BIKESHARE IN HERMOSA BEACH
(Environmental Analyst Leeanne Singleton)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1.Receive an update on the City’s implementation efforts related to the temporary ban of shared
mobility devices; and
2.Introduce upon first reading,an ordinance extending the ban on the deployment and operation
of scooters/bikeshare within the City of Hermosa Beach for a period of six months or until the
City adopts guidelines for shared mobility operations. (Attachment 1)
Executive Summary:
In August 2018,City Council enacted a temporary ban for one year on shared mobility devices;
amended regulations for motorized equipment on the Strand and Pier Plaza;adopted an
administrative fee related to the release of impounded bicycles,scooters,and other personal mobility
devices;and provided input on the preliminary South Bay Shared Mobility Goals with the intent to
implement a shared mobility pilot program in coordination with other neighboring South Bay cities.
In April 2019,Council received an update on the City’s implementation efforts related to the
temporary ban of shared mobility devices and efforts to develop shared mobility guidelines with
neighboring South Bay cities.At that meeting,Council provided direction to staff to pursue
participation in a South Bay Shared Mobility Pilot Program with neighboring cities and return with a
final set of guidelines and municipal code changes for Council consideration.
In August 2019,Council extended the temporary ban on shared mobility devices for a period of six
months and requested staff to return with quarterly updates on outreach and enforcement efforts.
As of February 2020,Hermosa Beach’s neighboring cities of Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach
have not taken action to approve the South Bay Shared Mobility Guidelines.Manhattan Beach has
actually taken action to adopt an indefinite ban on the operation of shared mobility devices.Redondo
Beach staff has indicated they intend to present a similar ordinance that would prohibit shared
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Beach staff has indicated they intend to present a similar ordinance that would prohibit shared
mobility devices indefinitely.
At the March 10,2020 Regular City Council Meeting,direction was provided to staff to return with an
ordinance to extend the temporary ban on the deployment and operation of scooters/bikeshare within
the City of Hermosa Beach for a period of six months or until the City adopts guidelines for shared
mobility operations.
Background:
A recent surge of shared mobility systems and devices with "dockless"technology,including
motorized scooters (e.g.,Bird,Lime,Spin,Lyft)and dockless bicycles (e.g.Lime,JUMP,Mobike,
Spin,Wheels),has emerged in cities throughout the United States.Currently,there are operational
programs in a number of cities in Los Angeles County including:Culver City,Long Beach,Los
Angeles, Monrovia, and Santa Monica.
Establishing a bikeshare program in Hermosa Beach and the South Bay has been a topic of
discussion in various Hermosa Beach commission and City Council meetings for several years as an
opportunity to expand transportation choices for residents and visitors to Hermosa Beach.The 2016
Strategic Plan identified Bike Sharing as an item “on the horizon”for 2017-2021 and PLAN Hermosa,
the City’s integrated General Plan,and Coastal Land Use Plan,include policies and implementation
actions associated with expanding transportation options and facilitating rentals in the Coastal Zone.
These shared mobility devices (SMDs)offer additional transportation choices and are ideal for short
distance trips by providing users the ability to pick up equipment at a variety of designated locations
and return it to any other location within the system's service area.These services allow users to only
pay for the equipment while they are actually riding the bike or scooter.The technology associated
with bikeshare equipment has evolved rapidly in the last year,with several companies now offering
dockless equipment in which the bike or scooter self-locks,can be left virtually anywhere in the public
right of way, and has the potential to create a nuisance condition if not properly regulated.
Although these devices provide additional mobility and transit options,the disruptive nature of this
new technology does not fall under conventional regulations related to bicycles or vehicles and has
resulted in many communities experiencing negative impacts from the use and misuse of such
devices.These issues include:parking in the public right-of-way and obstructing vehicle and
pedestrian access;reduced sidewalk area or parking spaces (docked systems);urban clutter
(dockless systems);aggressive competition and oversupply;use of public property for commercial
purposes;potential public liabilities;unsafe operation of equipment by riders;scooter-pedestrian
conflicts; scooter-vehicle conflicts; and increased demand on enforcement resources.
In addition to concerns over shared mobility equipment,these same technology innovations have
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In addition to concerns over shared mobility equipment,these same technology innovations have
resulted in a dramatic increase in the number of privately-owned electric and motorized bicycles,
skateboards,scooters,hoverboards,and other wheeled devices.While these privately-owned
devices eliminate some of the parking and blocked access concerns of shared devices,they exhibit
many of the same rider-pedestrian safety concerns such as riding without a helmet,speeding on the
Strand,riding on sidewalks,that have raised the need to further clarify regulations,particularly on the
Strand and Pier Plaza,and provide additional education and awareness around safe rider practices
for all users regardless of shared or privately-owned equipment.
In November 2017,staff presented an update to Council on options for a South Bay bikeshare
program,and some discussion of the newly emerging scooters.The November 2017 staff report
provided a detailed summary of bikeshare technology,local businesses renting bicycles,bikeshare
operations in other cities in Los Angeles County,and the goals and objectives of implementing a
similar program in the South Bay/Beach Cities.At that time,staff recommendation was to introduce
an ordinance that established a permit requirement for bikeshare and establish administrative
penalties for parking or operating bikeshare equipment that was not part of a City-permitted program.
Council direction at that meeting was to have staff return at a future meeting with an ordinance that
would prohibit bikeshare,conduct additional community engagement,and to form and expand the
multi-jurisdictional group to discuss bikeshare/scooter approach so that a program may be
implemented.
In August 2018,Council received an update on shared mobility operations within the City and staff
recommended that the City Council:
·Adopt a temporary ban on shared mobility devices;
·Amend regulations clarifying current regulations for motorized equipment on the Strand and
Pier Plaza;
·Adopt an administrative fee related to the release of impounded bicycles,scooters,and other
personal mobility devices; and
·Provide input on the preliminary South Bay Shared Mobility Goals with the intent to implement
a shared mobility pilot program in coordination with other neighboring South Bay cities.
Council action in August 2018 reflected the staff recommendation and the ordinance temporarily
prohibiting shared mobility devices in Hermosa Beach for one year went into effect on October 17,
2018, 30 days following second reading of the ordinance.
In April 2019,Council received an update on the City’s implementation efforts related to the
temporary ban and development of shared mobility guidelines for the South Bay Cities.
·Shared Mobility Ban Implementation and Enforcement Efforts-since August 2018,staff has
worked across departments toward education and enforcement of the temporary ban on
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shared mobility devices and other electric bicycle/scooter regulations while simultaneously
working with neighboring cities on drafting shared mobility guidelines for a proposed South
Bay Pilot Shared Mobility Program.Staff efforts toward enforcement,education,and the
development of shared mobility guidelines are provided within this staff report.
·South Bay Shared Mobility Pilot Program Guidelines-the Draft Guidelines were developed
based on guidelines from other operational shared mobility programs including the City of
Santa Monica,City of Long Beach,City of Los Angeles,City of Portland,and Culver City.The
Draft Guidelines identify 15 primary areas of regulation,including those areas of concern
identified through previous Council discussions,input from the City’s Risk Manager and City
Attorney,as well as community input and dialogue.City staff,neighboring cities,and the South
Bay COG have additionally developed a process to implement a region-wide shared mobility
pilot program and this proposed process is detailed within the staff report along with next steps
required for implementation of a pilot program or continuation of a ban on shared mobility
devices.
At that April 2019 meeting,Council provided direction to staff to pursue participation in a South Bay
Shared Mobility Pilot Program with neighboring cities and return with a final set of guidelines and
municipal code changes for Council consideration.
In August 2019,Council extended the temporary ban on shared mobility devices for a period of six
months and requested staff to return with quarterly updates on outreach and enforcement efforts.An
update was provided at the December 17,2019 City Council meeting highlighting the City’s outreach
and enforcement efforts.
Discussion:
Hermosa Beach’s neighboring cities of Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach have not taken action
to approve the South Bay Shared Mobility Guidelines and are not yet ready to participate in a shared
mobility pilot program. The status of action on this topic by neighboring cities is provided below:
·Manhattan Beach-after extending their temporary ban on shared mobility devices (SMDs),
Manhattan Beach passed an ordinance on February 4th indefinitely prohibiting the use of
SMDs anywhere in the City. There are a few exceptions granted:
1.Personally-owned devices are allowed.
2.Devices rented for 30+ days to the same person are allowed.
3.Devices rented from and returned to a City-approved “brick-and-mortar” location are
allowed.
Staff from Manhattan Beach has said that they may re-consider in the future once there are
assurances that users are responsible for the devices and where they are parked.
·Redondo Beach-the topic of shared mobility devices and review of the draft South Bay
Shared Mobility Guidelines was included on an August 2019 City Council Agenda.The
Redondo Beach City Council deferred taking action at that time.In January 2019,Redondo
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Redondo Beach City Council deferred taking action at that time.In January 2019,Redondo
Beach adopted an urgency ordinance prohibiting the placement or use of shared mobility
devices in Redondo Beach and have indicated that they are working on an ordinance similar
to Manhattan Beach, which would indefinitely ban Shared Mobility Devices.
Since previous Council direction indicated interest in moving forward with a pilot program,only in
conjunction with neighboring cities,staff requested City Council direction at the March 10,2020
meeting.City Council direction was provided to staff to return with an ordinance to extend the
temporary ban on the deployment and operation of scooters/bikeshare within the City of Hermosa
Beach for a period of six months or until the City adopts guidelines for shared mobility operations.
The draft ordinance provided as Attachment 1 fulfills the Council direction provided at the March 10,
2020 meeting.
Past Council Actions
Meeting Date Description November 2017 Directed staff to return at a future meeting with an ordinance
that would prohibit bikeshare, conduct additional community
engagement, and to form and expand the multi -jurisdictional
group to discuss bikeshare/scooter approach so that a
program may be implemented. August 2018 Enacted a temporary ban for one year on shared mobility
devices; amended regulations for motorized equipment on
the Strand and Pier Plaza; adopted an administrative fee
related to the release of impounded bicycles, scooters, and
other personal mobility devices; and provided input on the
preliminary South Bay Shared Mobility Goals with the intent
to implement a shared mobility pilot program in coordination
with other neighboring South Bay cities. April 2019 Received an update on the City’s imple mentation efforts and
provided direction to staff to pursue participation in a South
Bay Shared Mobility Pilot Program August 2019 Extended shared mobility ban for a period of six months. December 2019 Quarterly update on outreach and enforcement efforts
provided
General Plan Consistency:
PLAN Hermosa,the City’s General Plan,was adopted by the City Council in August 2017.The Vision
Statement and Guiding Principles adopted as part of PLAN Hermosa describe a future where
“Hermosa Beach is the small town others aspire to be;a place where our beach culture,strong sense
of community,and commitment to sustainability intersect”and a desire to be a catalyst for innovation
with “forward-thinking approaches to anticipating future lifestyles,transportation trends and
environmental realities are necessary for creating a durable sustainability plan.”
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As part of PLAN Hermosa,the City set goals and adopted policies aimed at offering greater
transportation choices to the community and reducing traffic congestion/demand for parking.PLAN
Hermosa also speaks to the need for collaboration with neighboring jurisdictions when it comes to
transportation and projects of mutual interest and concern.
While shared mobility programs are inherently consistent with the goals and policies to expand
mobility choices,there are also policies in PLAN Hermosa that speak to the need to create safe,
comfortable,accessible and attractive public spaces for non-motorized travelers,and the need to
facilitate safe and confident use of alternative modes of transportation by promoting safety and
education programs for active transportation users.Given the operation of shared mobility equipment
such as dockless bikes and scooters in other cities adequate mechanisms and regulations are
necessary to prevent nuisance conditions in the public right-of-way that maintain accessible
walkways and ensure safe operation of equipment by users.
Based on the PLAN Hermosa policies listed below,staff believes that it is important in the long-term
to implement additional shared mobility options in coordination with neighboring jurisdictions,once
safety and accessibility concerns are adequately addressed through a combination of technology,
regulation, and proactive education efforts.
Governance Element:
·4.2 Leadership in sustainability.Establish the City as a regional leader in sustainable
development and encourage compact,walkable development patterns that conserve land
resources,supports active transportation,reduces vehicle trips,improves air quality,and
conserves energy and water.
·4.3 Collaboration with adjacent jurisdictions.Maintain strong collaborative relationships with
adjacent jurisdictions and work together on projects of mutual interest and concern.
·4.4 Regional transportation and infrastructure decisions.Actively support regional
transportation and infrastructure projects and investment decisions that benefit the City and the
region.
Mobility Element:
·2.1 Prioritize public rights-of-ways.Prioritize improvements of public rights-of-way that provide
heightened levels of safe,comfortable and attractive public spaces for all non-motorized travelers
while balancing the needs of efficient vehicular circulation.
·3.1 Enhance public rights-of-way.Where right-of-way clearance allows,enhance public right-of-
ways to improve connectivity for pedestrians, bicyclists, disabled persons, and public transit stops.
·3.4 Access opportunities.Provide enhanced mobility and access opportunities for local
transportation and transit services in areas of the City with sufficient density and intensity of uses,
mix of appropriate uses,and supportive bicycle and pedestrian network connections that can
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mix of appropriate uses,and supportive bicycle and pedestrian network connections that can
reduce vehicle trips within the City’s busiest corridors.
·3.6 Complete bicycle network.Provide a complete bicycle network along all designated
roadways while creating connections to other modes of travel including walking and transit.
·3.7 Transportation project considerations.Ensure transportation planning projects provide
consideration to access,health and safety,and individual responsibility that enhances the quality
of life of residents in the community.
·4.9 Encourage TDM strategies.Encourage use of transportation demand management
strategies and programs such as carpooling,ride hailing,and alternative transportation modes as
a way to reduce demand for additional parking supply.
·6.3 Transportation sharing programs.Facilitate greater local and regional mobility through
programs for shared equipment or transportation options such as car sharing and bike sharing.
·7.8 Active transportation education and safety.Promote the participation in pedestrian,bicycle,
and skateboard safety and education programs to facilitate safe and confident use of alternative
modes of transportation.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this update.
Attachments:
1.Ordinance 20-__Extending a Temporary Ban on the Deployment and Operation of Shared
Mobility Devices
2.November 2017 Staff Report
3.August 2018 Staff Report
4.April 2019 Staff Report
5.August 2019 Staff Report
6.South Bay Shared Mobility Guidelines Draft
7.e-Comment from Steve Collins submitted March 6, 2020
Respectfully Submitted by: Leeanne Singleton, AICP, Environmental Analyst
Concur: Landon Phillips, Lieutenant
Noted for Fiscal Impact: Viki Copeland, Finance Director
Legal Review: Mike Jenkins, City Attorney
Approved: Suja Lowenthal, City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 20-____
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING TITLE 10 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE HERMOSA
BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE TO EXTEND THE TEMPORARY
PROHIBITION ON SHARED MOBILITY DEVICES FROM BEING:
OFFERED FOR USE ANYWHERE IN THE CITY; PLACED IN ANY
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY OR PUBLIC PROPERTY; OR OPERATED ON
ANY PUBLIC PROPERTY OR RIGHT-OF-WAY IN THE CITY.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Findings.
A. Recent transportation and technology innovations and community interest in new
mobility options have created a new market of both privately-owned and on-demand dockless
electric scooters and bicycles (referred to as shared on-demand personal mobility devices). While
this equipment offers a new form of low-emission transportation options, the technology has the
ability for shared equipment to be placed or left virtually anywhere in the public right-of-way, and
for both shared and privately-owned equipment to be operated by users in a manner that is
considered unsafe to the operator or other users of public spaces.
B. The sudden and unforeseen proliferation of these privately-owned and on-demand
shared mobility devices that operate in the public right-of-way, has created potential nuisance and
safety concerns that are not adequately covered by existing definitions and regulations in the
California Vehicle Code or the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
C. It is the belief of the City of Hermosa Beach that, based on the operation in other cities
and understanding of the current technology of active operators that adequate mechanisms are not
yet in place to prevent such nuisance conditions and ensure safe operation. Therefore, the City of
Hermosa Beach initiated amendments to the Municipal Code to temporarily prohibit the operations
of shared on-demand personal mobility devices that operate in the public right-of-way or on public
property until such time when regulations are adopted and permits are issued to address potential
nuisance conditions and safety concerns associated with scooter and bikeshare equipment.
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The Hermosa Beach City Council properly reviewed and considered this matter on April 14, 2020.
Public Notice of the hearing was published on April 2, 2020.
SECTION 2. Chapter 10.44 of Title 10 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code is amended
to read as follows:
Chapter 10.44 – Shared On-Demand Personal Mobility Devices
10.44.010 – Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to prohibit Shared On-Demand Personal Mobility Devices from being
placed in the public right-of-way or on public property, operated in the public right-of-way, or
offered for use anywhere in the City until such regulations may be adopted so as to address potential
nuisance conditions and safety concerns related to the operation of Shared On-Demand Personal
Mobility Devices.
10.44.020 – Definitions.
a) “Shared On-Demand Personal Mobility Devices” shall mean any wheeled device that has
handlebars, and is designed to be either powered by an electric motor or other power source, or to
be powered by human propulsion, that is accessed via an on-demand portal, whether through a
smart-phone, access code, I.D. card, or similar method, and is operated by a public, private , or
non-profit entity that owns, manages, maintains and insures devices for shared use by members,
which are available to members in unstaffed, self-service locations.
b) “Shared On-Demand Personal Mobility Device Operator” (“Operator”) shall mean an
individual or a public, private, or non-profit entity that manages Shared On-Demand Personal
Mobility Devices.
10.44.030 – General Requirements
It is unlawful to provide, place, offer for use or operate a Shared On-Demand Personal Mobility
Device, or to operate as a Shared On-Demand Personal Mobility Device Operator in any street or
public right of way, or other public place within the City in which the public has the right of travel.
a) Any Enforcement Officer, as that term is defined in HBMC Section 1.10., is hereby authorized
to impound the Shared On-Demand Personal Mobility Devices of any person or Shared On-Demand
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Personal Mobility Device Operator violating the provisions of this chapter Equipment shall be
subject to an impound fee established by City Council resolution.
b) The City Manager may promulgate regulations for the notification to the Operator and return
of the Devices to the Operator and as may otherwise be necessary to implement the purpose of this
chapter.
10.44.040 – Violations.
A violation of this chapter is subject to the administrative penalty provisions of Chapter 1.10 of this
code. Where the violation is of a continuing nature, each day or portion thereof wherein the violation
continues constitutes a separate and distinct violation. It is a violation of this chapter to knowingly
make a false statement in any application for a license or permit or in any report required under this
chapter.
10.44.050 – Applicability of Traffic Regulations, Beach and Strand Regulations.
Every person riding a shared on-demand personal mobility device in the City shall be subject to all
of the applicable duties of the driver of a vehicle by Title 10, Vehicles and Traffic, Chapter 10.12
Traffic Rules, and the operator of wheeled devices by Title 12, Street, Sidewalks and Public Places,
Chapter 12.20 sections 12.20.220 and 12.20.230.
10.44.060. Sunset Clause
This chapter shall expire on November 28, 2020 unless otherwise extended or changed by an act of
the Hermosa Beach City Council.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk is directed to fill in the effective date in this ordinance for
Section 10.44.060 above.
SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance, shall enter the
same in the book of original ordinances of said city, and shall make minutes of the passage and
adoption thereof in the records of the proceedings of the City Council at which the same is passed
and adopted.
SECTION 5. The City Council designated the City Attorney to prepare a summary of this
ordinance to be published pursuant to Government Code Section 36933(c)(1) in lieu of the full text
of said ordinance. The City Clerk caused said summary to be published on April 23, 2020 [five (5)
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general circulation, published and circulated in Hermosa Beach. Prior to the expiration of fifteen
(15) days after the date of adoption of the ordinance, the City Clerk shall cause the summary to be
re-published in The Easy Reader.
SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance, shall enter the
same in the book of original ordinances of said city, and shall make minutes of the passage and
adoption thereof in the records of the proceedings of the City Council at which the same is passed
and adopted.
SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall become effective and be in full force and effect from
and after thirty (30) days of its final passage and adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this ____ day of ________, 2020 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN:
_________________________________________________________________________
PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, California ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: ____________________________________ ____________________________________ City Clerk City Attorney
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1. PURPOSE
This Program regulates Shared Mobility Devices, defined below, in the City of
__________. The operation of a Shared Mobility Device (SMD) is a privilege, not
a right. For a company to offer SMDs for commercial purposes in ____________,
the company owning or offering them must obtain a Program permit. Companies
must certify to the City of ____________ that all SMDs have met all applicable
certifications and operating requirements. A failure to comply with the applicable
City Code provisions, this Program, and all permit conditions is subject to an
assessment of civil penalties and suspension or revocation of the company’s
permit by the City Manager or designee.
The City of __________ is planning a 12-month pilot for the regulation of Shared
Mobility Devices beginning in 2019 (“the Pilot Period”). The Pilot Period will help
the City determine whether SMDs can support the City’s policy goals. While these
Program requirements may remain in effect beyond the end of the Pilot Period, the
City only intends to provide permits to companies for the Pilot Period. If a
permanent permitting program is implemented, these requirements will be updated
accordingly.
a) For the duration of the Pilot Period, the City Manager or designee may issue
multiple, independent permits and will determine the number of overall
permitted SMDs and permitted SMDs per Permittee throughout the Pilot
Period. Throughout the Pilot Period, Permittees will be expected to report on
and mitigate impacts as described in this Program. The City Manager or
designee may update the Program requirements or terminate the Program at
his discretion at any time and shall give adequate notice of such updates.
b) Policy Goals. SMDs should contribute to:
i. Reducing private motor vehicle use and congestion.
ii. Preventing fatalities and injuries on the transportation system.
iii. Expanding access for underserved communities.
iv. Reducing air pollution, including climate pollution.
c) The provisions in this Program, but do not replace, any provisions in
____________ Municipal Code. In case of a conflict, the Municipal Code will
prevail over this Program.
c) SMD fees, surcharges and penalties will be placed in a New Mobility Account
to be used by the City for administration and enforcement; evaluation; safe
travel infrastructure; and expanded and affordable access.
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2. AUTHORITY
These rules are authorized by, and implement, in relevant part, the following the
Federal Law, State Law, and Municipal Code provisions, as may be amended from
time to time:
a) Under the California Constitution, a city has both the power and duty to keep
its streets and other public property open and available for the purpose to which
they are dedicated (Tobe v. City of Santa Ana (1995) 9 Cal. 4 th 1069).
b) Further, the City council may prohibit and prevent encroachments on, or
obstructions in or to, any sidewalk, street, alley, lane, court, park, or other public
place, and may provide for the removal of the encroachment or obstruction
(Gov. Code, § 38775)
c) Further, the City has obligations under the federal Americans with Disabilities
Act to ensure that the City’s sidewalks remain generally accessible to and
usable by individuals with disabilities (City of Sacramento v. Badern (2003) 537
U.S. 1231).
d) Municipal Code § 9-2-1 requires a permit for any work or encroachment in the
public right-of-way.
3. DEFINITIONS
“Abandon” shall mean leaving an item unattended for 72 hours or longer.
“ADA Ramp” means a combined ramp and landing to accomplish a change in level
at a curb in order to provide access to pedestrians using wheelchairs.
“Applicant” means an entity that formally applies for the Shared Mobility Device
Pilot Program permit but has yet to obtain a permit.
“Charger” means an employee, agent or contractor of the Operator or Permittee
that 1) collects SMDs daily for the purpose of inspecting and charging their
batteries, and 2) redeploys the SMDs at designated locations according to the
approved deployment plan.
“City” means the City of ____________.
“Crosswalk” means any Crosswalks either “marked” or “unmarked”. A “marked
crosswalk” is any portion of a roadway at an intersection or elsewhere that is
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distinctly indicated for pedestrian crossing by lines or other markings on the
surface of the roadway. An “unmarked crosswalk” is the imagined extension of a
sidewalk or shoulder across a street at an intersection. An unmarked crosswalk
exists at all intersections unless specifically marked otherwise.
“Customer” means a person or organization that buys a mobility service from an
Operator.
“Director” shall mean the Director of Planning and Building Safety or designee.
“Landscaping/Furnishings Zone” means a linear portion of the Sidewalk Corridor,
adjacent to the curb that contains elements such as street trees, signal poles,
street lights, bicycle racks or other street furniture. This area does not include the
width of the curb zone that can be as wide as 6 inches.
“Operator” shall mean any person or business entity selected by the City to
participate in the Program pursuant to these rules.
“Pedestrian Plaza” means pedestrian areas designated by the City.
“Permittee” means the person or business entity that is the named holder of a
permit issued pursuant to this Program.
“Program” means the Shared Mobility Device Pilot Program within the City
“Public Area” shall mean any outdoor area that is open to the public for public use,
whether owned or operated by the City or a private party.
“Public Park” means and includes public parks, public playgrounds, public
recreation centers or areas and other public areas created, established,
designated, maintained, provided or set aside by the City for the purposes of public
rest, play, recreation, enjoyment or assembly, and shall include all buildings and
structures located thereon or therein.
“Public Right-of-Way” shall mean any public alley, parkway, public transportation
path, roadway, sidewalk, or street that is owned, granted by easement, operated,
or controlled by the City.
“Service Area” shall mean the Public Right-of-W ay within the City’s boundaries,
with the exception of areas the City specifically restricts or adds.
“Shared Electric Assist Bicycle (Shared E-Assist Bike)” means a “Class 1 or “Class
2 electric bicycle as defined in CVC Section 312.5.
“Shared Electric Scooter (Shared Scooter)” means a vehicle that:
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1. Is designed to be operated on the ground with a wheel diameter no greater than
16 inches;
2. Has handlebars and a foot support or seat for the User;
3. Can be propelled by an electric motor or human propulsion; and
4. Is made available for rental or public shared use in the public Right-of-Way by
an Applicant or Permittee.
“Shared Mobility Device (SMD)” shall mean any transportation device by which a
person can be propelled, moved or drawn, that is displayed, offered or placed for
rent in any Public Area or Public Right-of-Way. This includes Shared Bicycles,
Shared Electric Assist Bicycles (Shared E-Assist Bikes), Shared Electric Scooters,
and similar devices as determined by the City. This definition excludes car share
vehicles, taxicabs, and similar motor vehicles.
“Shared Mobility Parking Zone (SMP Zone)”, also called a “Drop Zone,” is a
designated area in the approved deployment plan and parking plan where an
Operator or Permittee may deploy and where Users may park SMDs. The City
may designate SMP Zones in the Public Right-of-Way, Public Parks, other public
property, and on private property, and require their physical demarcation through
signage, pavement markings, charging stations and/or bike racks.
“Sidewalk Corridor” means a passageway typically located within the Public Right-
of-Way between the face of the curb or roadway edge and the property line. The
Sidewalk Corridor contains two distinct zones: the Furnishings/Landscaping Zone
and the Through Pedestrian Zone.
"Street" means all that area dedicated to public use for public street purposes
including, but not be limited to, roadways, parkways, alleys, and excluding the
Sidewalks Corridor.
“Through Pedestrian Zone” means the minimum clear area on each Sidewalk
Corridor intended exclusively for pedestrian use. The minimum width of the
Through Pedestrian Zone is defined in this Program as a minimum of 4 feet on
Sidewalk Corridors at least 8 feet in width and a minimum of 6 feet on Sidewalk
Corridors at least 10 feet in width.)
“User” means the person who is in actual physical control of a SMD.
4. DEPLOYMENT
Applicant shall provide a Deployment Plan for each type of SMD to be deployed to
the City for review and approval before permit issuance.
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a) Deployment Plan. The plan must include at a minimum the following:
i. The number and type of SMDs to be deployed initially.
ii. A map of SMD deployment locations, including initial and subsequent daily
deployments.
iii. The number of SMDs to be deployed at each deployment location.
iv. A map of the Service Area, including any restricted or prohibited
operational/deployment zones.
v. A description of the phasing/schedule of the initial and subsequent
deployments.
vi. The number of employees and contractors involved in deploying and
retrieving SMDs (Chargers).
vii. A description of policies and training of employees and contractors involved
in deploying and retrieving SMDs. These policies and training must cover
at a minimum the following:
Observance of vehicle code, traffic laws, and parking restrictions
Observance of City noise and nuisance regulations
Respect for private property
A schedule/hours of SMD deployment and retrieval operations.
Professional conduct with other employees/contractors and the public
Enforcement of the above policies/training
viii. A description of the SMD transportation method to the deployment
locations.
ix. A schedule/hours of SMD deployment and retrieval operations.
b) Deployment rules
i. Parking. SMDs must be deployed in compliance with the parking
requirements in this Program.
ii. Service Area. SMDs must be deployed within the approved Service Area,
excluding any restricted areas.
iii. Daily Redeployment. The Operator must make a reasonable effort to
redeploy the number of SMDs as per the approved Permit to the designated
deployment locations on a daily basis. This includes SMDs that leave the
City limits/Service Area during operations.
iv. An Operator shall repair any inoperable or unsafe SMD before returning it
into service.
v. The Operator must accommodate City requests for surges or reductions in
deployment during certain seasons and/or events. The City shall notify and
coordinate with the Operator at least two weeks in advance.
vi. Response Times. Operator shall respond to requests for rebalancing,
reports of incorrectly parked SMDs, or reports of unsafe/inoperable SMDs
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by relocating, re-parking, or removing SMDs after receiving notice from the
City, User, or the general public based on the following times:
7 am to 10 pm daily - within one hour of receiving notice
all other times - no later than 8 am of the next service day
c) Notifications and changes to the deployment plan. The deployment plan is
anticipated to change dynamically over the course of the pilot program. This
subsection identifies the process to make such changes and the required
notifications.
i. At the time of permit issuance, the City shall designate the date of the initial
deployment.
ii. The City reserves the right to make changes to the deployment plan,
including, but not limited to, the Service Area, deployment locations, and
fleet size, at its discretion. It shall notify the Operator in writing and the
Operator must implement the changes within one week, unless the City
grants additional time for the Operator to comply.
iii. The Operator may request changes to the deployment plan in writin g by
submitting an updated deployment plan. The City shall promptly review and
approve the requests at its discretion.
iv. The Operator may not increase the size of the deployed SMD fleet without
notifying and receiving prior approval from the City.
d) Evaluation of the deployment plan. The City evaluation of the deployment
plan will include, but not be limited to, the following factors:
i. How the deployment covers the entire service area
ii. How the deployment covers high priority areas designated by the City (high
employment areas, transit areas, disadvantaged communities, etc.)
iii. The extent to which deployment on sidewalks is avoided and deployment
on private properties is emphasized.
iv. The number of employees and contractors involved in deployment and
retrieval.
v. The scope of the policies and training of employees and contractors
involved in deployment and retrieval operations.
vi. How the schedule/hours of deployment and retrieval operations affect rush
hour traffic and respect noise and nuisance regulations, particularly in
residential areas.
5. PARKING
Applicant shall provide a “Parking Plan” to the City for review and approval.
a) Parking Plan. The plan must include, but not be limited to, the following:
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i. A map of the permitted parking locations for SMDs (such as the designated
SMP zones or the “Landscaping/Furnishings Zone”);
ii. The SMD capacity of each parking location;
iii. Methods to incentivize Users to park safely and correctly in accordance with
the Program requirements; and
iv. The Parking Plan must comply with the General Parking Requirements and
Parking Locations below.
b) General Parking Requirements.
i. SMDs shall be upright when parked;
ii. SMDs shall not be parked in landscaped areas in the Public Right-of-W ay.
They may only be parked on hard surfaces (concrete, asphalt, etc.)
iii. SMDs shall not be parked in such a manner as to:
Violate California Vehicle Code section 21235(i) or the City of
____________ Municipal Code;
Impede the regular flow of travel in the Public Right-of-W ay or the
clearance on sidewalk needed for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
compliance;
Be parked at the corners of sidewalks nor at any crosswalk, curb ramp,
or within any feature that serves as an accessible element such as
landings, areas of refuge, detectable warning surfaces, or any other
physical feature that may be required for mobility;
Impede or interfere with the access to parked vehicles, disabled parking
zones, or any other accessible route that would otherwise create a
barrier to accessibility;
Impede or interfere with the access to parklets, loading zones, or red
curb zones;
Block or interfere with reasonable use of any fire hydrant, call box, or
other emergency facility; or utility pole or box; traffic signal controller
cabinet; news rack, or parking meters/pay stations;
Impede or interfere with the reasonable use of any commercial window
display or access to/from any building or driveways;
Be parked on private property except as permitted by the property owner
and the City’s rules and regulations; and
Block or interfere with the use of the following transit-related user
infrastructure, such as: transit signs, bus stops, benches, shelters,
passenger waiting areas, bus layover and staging zones, etc.
c) Private Property Locations:
i. It is the City’s goal to maximize SMD parking locations on private property.
The City encourages the Operator to identify SMD parking locations on
private property as part of its Parking and Deployment Plans. Operator
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must coordinate with the City and private property owners during permit
process.
To the extent Operator desires to deploy or park SMDs on private property,
the Operator must first obtain the right to do so from the property owner and
shall communicate this right to Users through signage approved by the
respective entity and/or through a mobile phone or web application.
d) City Property Locations:
i. Unless specifically stated on the permit and/or unless specific SMP Zones
are designated, parking on City property (e.g. parks, plazas, parking lots,
the Civic Center, or transit stations) outside the public right-of-way is
prohibited.
ii. The City may designate specific SMP Zones on public property where
Operator’s SMDs must be parked.
iii. If the City authorizes SMD parking on City property, Operator shall
communicate this right to Users through physical signage approved by the
City and/or through a mobile phone or web application.
e) Sidewalk Corridor Locations:
SMD parking is permitted on Sidewalk Corridors that are at least 8 feet in width.
i. On Sidewalk Corridors at least 10 feet in width, SMDs may be parked within
the Landscaping/Furnishings Zone provided that:
An 18-inch-wide clear space is maintained from the curb face
A 6-foot-wide clear Pedestrian Through Zone is maintained and
A 15-foot minimum distance is maintained from street corners and
pedestrian ramps (from Begin Curve or End Curve points)
ii. On Sidewalk Corridors at least 8 feet, but less than 10 feet, in width, SMDs
may be parked within the Landscaping/Furnishings Zone provided that:
An 18-inch-wide clear space is maintained from the curb face
A 4-foot wide clear Pedestrian Through Zone is maintained and
A 15-foot minimum distance is maintained from street corners and
pedestrian ramps (from Begin Curve or End Curve points).
iii. SMD parking is prohibited on Sidewalk Corridors less than 8 feet wide.
iv. The City reserves the right to entirely prohibit parking in the
Landscaping/Furnishings Zone and instead designate specific SMP Zones.
v. The City may designate specific SMP Zones where SMDs may be deployed
or parked. SMP Zones may be distributed on individual blocks in the City
(e.g. one on each block), or on specific streets;
vi. The City reserves the right to prohibit SMD parking in large sections of the
City beyond individual blocks or streets. The permitted and prohibited
parking areas shall be identified in the approved Parking Plan. City and
Operator will work in good faith to determine the permitted and prohibited
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parking areas and any SMP Zones so as to be convenient for public access
and consistent with the purpose of the Program .
vii. Permitted outdoor dining areas and/or retail display areas in the Sidewalk
Corridor pursuant to properly issued encroachment permits shall take
precedence over SMD parking locations and/or SMP Zones, to maintain the
minimum required Through Pedestrian Zone.
viii. Operator must abide and reasonably ensure that Users abide by the general
parking requirements in this Program through User education about
applicable regulations.
f) On-street Locations
i. Unless authorized by the City, Operator and Users shall not deploy or park
SMDs on the street.
ii. The City in its sole discretion may designate SMP Zones on the street.
iii. If the City authorizes SMD parking on the street, Operator shall
communicate this right to Users through physical signage approved by the
respective entity and/or through a mobile phone or web application.
iv. Operators shall ensure their SMDs are not parked in a way that impedes
the regular flow of vehicular travel in the Public Right-of-Way.
6. FLEET SIZE AND MIX
a) Applicant must indicate the proposed initial and maximum total fleet size and
SMD mix (bicycles, E-assist bikes, scooters, etc.) on the Program application.
b) The City shall set the fleet minimum and maximum limits, the preferred mix of
SMDs, and shall indicate them on the approved Permit.
c) Additional SMDs may be added to the fleet at the discretion of the City Manager
or designee. Changes to the size of the fleet may be based on, but not limited
to, ridership data, such as the average rides per day per device. The applicant
shall provide regular reports indicating fleet usage levels and other data
requested by the City (see section 10 regarding Data requirements).
d) Fees. If any changes in fleet size are approved, Operators will submit a permit
addendum with revised fleet size and SMD mix and pay the required applicable
fees per SMD.
7. EDUCATION
a) Education. Operator must submit a General Public and User Education Plan
(“Education Plan”) to the City for review and approval before the City issues a
permit. The Education Plan must include, but not be limited to, the following:
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i. How the Operator will educate Users about the approved Service Area and
any restricted areas.
ii. How the Operator will educate Users about riding safety, roadway
regulations, and local rules upon initial sign-up. This may include, but not
be limited to, posting safety information on each SMD, on Operator’s phone
app and its website.
iii. How the Operator will educate Users about riding safety, roadway
regulations and local rules before a User begins a ride, such as displays of
safety messages on Operator’s phone app.
iv. How the Operator will regularly educate Users about riding etiquette and
parking rules. This may include phone notifications, education events,
helmet giveaways, etc.
v. How the Operator will educate to the general public regarding riding safety,
roadway regulations, local rules, and ways the public can communicate with
the Operator to offer suggestions and report problems.
vi. How the Operator will offer English and Spanish communications as part of
its outreach and education efforts.
8. ENFORCEMENT
a) Enforcement
i. Applicable Regulations. The City will enforce the California Vehicle Code,
the Municipal Code, Program requirements and Permit conditions.
ii. Enforcement Approach. The enforcement program will include an
escalated enforcement strategy that in most cases will begin with a written
warning/advisement to comply without being subjected to fines/penalties.
In some cases, depending on the nature of the violation, enforcement could
begin with the imposition of fines/penalties.
iii. Ongoing Permit Review. The City will, on an ongoing basis, compile and
review records of warnings, citations, accidents, complaints, calls for
service, and other records related to this Program. Based on these records
and data submitted by the Operator the City will evaluate Operator
performance, impacts on City staffing and costs, and safety impacts on the
community before continuing or renewing a Program Permit.
iv. Repeated violations. Repeated violations of any of the operations, parking,
education, or other requirements can be cause for permit revocation or
program termination.
v. Enforcement measures. Enforcement measures include, but are not limited
to:
Written warnings and advisements to Operator and/or Users;
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Citations. Authorized City personnel may issue citations to Users for
violations of applicable regulations, such as riding on the sidewalk, not
obeying stop signs, etc.;
Penalties/fines to Operators. Penalties/fines may be applied per
violation in accordance with permit conditions;
Relocation. If an SMD is parked in violation of the parking requirements
in this program, authorized City personnel may relocate it and notify
Operator;
Impounding. If the Operator does not relocate, re-park, or remove an
SMD within the timeframes specified in the approved Deployment Plan,
or any SMD is parked in one location for more than 72 hours without
moving, City crews may remove it and take it to a City facility for storage
at the expense of the Operator;
Private Property Removal. Upon request, the City may, relocate or
impound SMDs parked on private property improperly and/or without
permission.
Permit suspension or revocation. Grounds for suspending or revoking
permits include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Failure to meet the terms and conditions set forth in the Program
permit;
- Failure to put SMDs into service within 30 days after the City issues
a permit or the launch window identified in the permit;
- Failure to share data as agreed and outlined in this permit;
- Failure to remove SMDs incorrectly parked within one hour; and
- Failure to move SMDs located outside of the Service Area or located
in prohibited or restricted areas; and
Program termination. The City may terminate permit without cause at
any time by written notice to Operator. Operator will have 30 days to
remove fleet from the City. Operator shall remit any outstanding fees to
the City no later than 60 days from the written notice of termination or
City shall deduct outstanding fees from Operators’ performance bond .
vi. Waiver. The City's decision not to insist upon strict performance by the
Operator of any provision of the permit in every one or more instances shall
not constitute a waiver of such provision by the City, nor shall, as a result,
the City relinquish any rights that it may have under the terms of the pilot
program/the permit.
vii. Program Modifications. The City may modify any elements of the Program
and Permit conditions at its discretion. Operators will immediately be
notified of Program modifications. Operators must comply with Program
modifications within one week, unless additional time to comply is granted
by the City.
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viii. Forfeiture of fees. If the City terminates a Program Permit, the applicant
shall forfeit all Permit related fees and the City shall not issue any refund on
a pro-rated or other basis.
ix. User responsibility. Parking and operating violations of SMDs assessed
against an Operator may be passed along to the responsible User.
9. SAFETY
a) Operator SMDs must meet all applicable Federal and State regulations,
including lighting during operation in darkness.
b) E-assist bikes shall be “Class 1” or “Class 2” as defined in CVC Section 312.5.
c) E-assist bikes and E-scooters shall have a maximum speed of 15 mph.
d) Helmets. Operator must encourage helmet use and offer free helmets to Users
as part of its Education Plan and/or upon initial sign-up.
e) Rider age and driver’s license. Operator must ensure that SMD Users must be
at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
f) E-assist systems shall have visible warning language including:
i. Helmet use is encouraged while riding a bicycle;
ii. Riders shall yield to pedestrians; and
iii. When riding on-street, follow the rules of the road, and City’s
rules/regulations
g) E-scooter systems shall have visible warning language including:
i. Helmet use is encouraged while riding an electric scooter;
ii. Riders shall yield to pedestrians;
iii. When riding on-street, follow the rules of the road, and City’s rules; and
iv. Riding on sidewalk is prohibited, except in order to access a permitted
parking area.
h) Operators must abide by the safety education requirements of the Program
permit.
10. OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
a) Specifications and standards
i. Operator must submit manufacturer’s Vehicle specifications to the City;
ii. All SMDs shall have operational brakes, head light, tail and side reflector,
and security hardware;
iii. Operator shall certify that all SMDs in the fleet meet the standards outlined
in the California Vehicle Code as applicable;
iv. All motorized SMDs shall be propelled by electric motors/batteries. No
combustion engines are allowed;
v. All SMDs shall be equipped with GPS;
vi. All SMD batteries shall be UL certified;
vii. SMD Identification. All SMDs must have a unique identifier that is readily
visible to the User or the public;
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viii. All SMDs must be equipped with a locking mechanism to lock to a fixed
object, or smart technology equipment to prevent theft;
ix. All SMDs must have technology identifying that the SMD is upright and
properly parked;
x. The City reserves the right to require Operators to include a mechanism to
lock SMDs to a fixed object at any time; and
xi. Marketing/Advertising on SMDs. Third-party advertising on the SMDs is
prohibited.
b) Communication
i. Operator must attend an on-site meeting with City staff to discuss the
program and demonstrate the SMDs to be deployed before the City issues
a permit;
ii. Operator must provide City staff a list of key personnel that will be doing
work under a Program permit and 24-hour contact information for the
primary contact person (project manager) for City emergency removal
requests and other Program related issues;
iii. Operator must provide mechanisms for Users and members of the public to
report safety concerns, malfunctions, maintenance issues, illegal parking,
complaints, to ask questions, or make relocation requests, including, but not
limited to, a toll-free customer service phone number, an email address, and
a mobile phone or web application;
iv. All SMDs shall have the toll-free 24/7 customer service phone number and
e-mail address, for the Users or members of the public to use; and
v. Operator shall provide a staffed operations center in or within a reasonable
distance from the City to allow for prompt response to safety concerns,
malfunctions, rebalancing, illegal parking, and other complaints.
c) Maintenance
Operator must submit a Maintenance Plan to the City for review and approval.
The Maintenance Plan shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
i. Regular Maintenance. Operator shall perform regular, at a minimum
monthly, maintenance on their SMDs.
ii. Maintenance Schedule. Operator must submit a maintenance schedule
including the required monthly maintenance to the City for review and
approval.
iii. Maintenance logs. Operator must maintain and make its maintenance logs
and checklists available to the City upon request.
iv. SMD storage/inspections. Operator shall retrieve and remove all of its
SMDs from service every evening for inspection and to reduce street clutter.
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d) Recharging Plan. Applicants must submit a Recharging Plan for Shared
Scooters and Shared E-Assist Bikes to the City for review and approval. The
plan shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
i. An explanation of how Operator knows when an SMD needs to be
recharged.
ii. Whether independent contractors will be used to charge scooters.
iii. The incentive structure for charging SMDs and any information provided to
contractors, or employees concerning safe charging practices.
iv. A description of the charging process and/or procedure.
v. A description of policies and procedures the operator will use to minimize
potential negative impacts (such as parking, noise, traffic, pollution, etc.),
associated with practices related to collecting, redistributing, and recharging
scooters.
e) Hours of operation. Applicants must indicate the proposed hours of operation
(including any temporary or seasonal fluctuations) on their Program permit
application for City review and approval. The City may at its discretion change
the permitted the hours of operation and provide Operator adequate notice.
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11. DATA
Applicants must submit a Data Sharing Plan for review and approval by the City.
The Data Sharing Plan shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
a) Preferred Format/Specification. Operator must provide data for all device types
to the City, and partners, in the General Bikeshare Feed Specification (GBFS),
Mobility Data Specification (MDS) formats, or some other format as specified
by the City, each through an application program interface (API).
b) Application program interface. Operator must have an (API) or other
automated mechanism that allows their services to be integrated into third-
party mobility applications.
c) GBFS must be made available to the public through the permittee's website.
The MDS feed must be available to contracted city partners for the explicit
purpose of program management. As such, these feeds must be consumable
by third-party software.
d) Dashboard. Permittee must maintain a dashboard for the City to use for
program monitoring and compliance that displays MDS data.
e) Data retention. Operator shall retain and make data available for the
duration of the P rogram.
f) Non-GBFS data consumed through the API by City specified third-party
software providers shall not be publicly available without consent from the
permittee.
g) Format/Specification updates. The City may, in its sole discretion, release
subsequent versions and/or updated versions of the Specification and require
operators to use the most current version by releasing an automatic update
and/or disabling support for the previous version.
h) Monthly reports. Operator will additionally provide the City with monthly
aggregated reports on system use, compliance, and other aspects of
operations (including parking complaints , crashes, damaged or lost SMDs).
In addition to report format, the aggregate data must also be provided in
spreadsheet or comma-delimited format.
i) In order to accurately convey scooter location, use patterns, and other
information, all scooters shall ping, at a minimum every 90 seconds while in
use . In order to ensure that scooter locations are known even when the
scooter is not in use , all data shall be provided by GPS equipment that is
affixed to the operator's scooter (e.g. not customer phones). This does not
include phone-based location services information, used by customers, to
locate a scooter or track their own personal route.
j) Regional Partners. Operator shall share the same data and reports with
designated regional partners, such as the South Bay Cities Council of
Governments (SBCCOG).
k) Non-compliance. If Operator is found to be misleading the City in any provided
data , that operator's permit may be revoked.
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l) Confidentiality. Any raw data supplied by an Operator shall be held
confidentially between the City and the Operator to the extent that is permitted
by law. However, summaries, program utilization data, and trend data may be
made public.
m) Personally identifiable Information on Customers collected by Operators may
not be transmitted to, processed or stored at a destination outside of the United
States.
n) The City is permitted to use all data the Operator provides in accordance with
applicable law, including, but not limited to, displaying real-time data and real-
time SMD availability data to the public. Third parties are permitted to republish
any data the City publishes.
o) During the Program, Operator shall distribute to its Users a City-provided
customer survey on a quarterly or less frequent basis.
p) Operator shall publish data summaries regarding service usage in the City
through its website.
q) User Protections. Operator must ensure customer data privacy and that
Operator policies are in accordance with city data privacy policies and/or
applicable law.
i. Personally identifiable information shall not be shared with the City or
any other entity; permittee shall ensure the privacy of its users.
ii. Operator must provide a clear, written justification for why they need
access to each type of customer files (e.g. contacts, camera, photos,
location, other apps etc.)
iii. Customers shall not be required to share personal data with 3rd parties
(e.g. advertisers, investors etc.) in order to use the mobility services.
iv. Customers shall not be required to provide access to their contacts, files
and other private data to use the mobility service .
v. Location services may be required to use the service for the purpose
of locating nearby scooters, but not for providing trip-level data.
vi. Operator must provide customers with clear, prominent notification
about what data will be accessed (e.g. location services, camera,
contacts, photos etc.) and explain how and why data will be used.
Notification must be active (e.g. affirmative confirmation-required to
continue) and should not be concealed in larger terms-of-service
notifications.
vii. Customers may opt-in (not opt-out) to providing access to their
contacts, camera, photos, files, other private data and 3rd party data
sharing.
12. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for a permit under this program must submit a description of their
experience and qualifications including, but not limited to, the following:
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a) Describe applicant’s qualifications and experience operating shared mobility
programs in North America.
b) Describe the benefits to the City and the community from the operation of the
shared mobility service by applicant’s company including, but not limited to, the
Program goals stated in section 1 of these guidelines.
c) Describe how applicant has complied with applicable laws, including efforts to
ensure compliance by its Users with applicable laws, and efforts to work in good
faith with staff from other agencies with similar active programs.
d) Provide up to three agency references from cities with similar active programs.
13. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION
Insurance.
a) Without limiting its obligations pursuant to Section 13.g, below and at all times
during the term of this Program Permit and any use of the public right of way
by Operator pursuant to this Program Permit, Operator shall procure and
maintain the insurance coverage set forth below:
i. Commercial General Liability (“CGL”) Insurance coverage, at least as broad
as ISO Form CG 0001 11 85 or 88, or equivalent, in the minimum amount
of Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000) per occurrence, with not less than Four
Million Dollars ($4,000,000) in annual aggregate coverage. The CGL policy
shall have the following requirements:
The policy shall provide coverage for personal injury, bodily injury,
death, accident and property damage and advertising injury, as those
terms are understood in the context of a CGL policy. The coverage shall
not be excess or contributing with respect to City's self-insurance,
commercial liability insurance, or any pooled risk arrangements;
The policy shall include coverage for liability undertaken by contract
covering, to the maximum extent permitted by law, Operator’s obligation
to indemnify the Indemnitees as required under Section 13.f of this
Program Permit;
The policy shall not exclude coverage for Completed Operations,
Hazards or Athletic or Sports Participants; and
Additional Insured and Notification of Policy Changes. The City of
____________, members of its City Council, its boards and
commissions, officers, agents, and employees will be named as
additional insureds in an endorsement to the policy, which shall be
provided to the City and approved by the City Attorney.
ii. Auto Liability Policy with limits of at least $1,000,000 combined single limit
coverage for owned, hired and non-owned automobile liability;
iii. If this Program Permit will include Operator personnel (employees, agents,
or contractors) working within the City limits, Operator shall maintain
Workers’ Compensation Insurance (Statutory Limits) and Employer’s
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Liability insurance (with limits of at least one million dollars [$1,000,000] per
accident.) Operator shall submit to City a list of its officers, agents,
employees and volunteers.
b) City may waive one or more of the coverages listed in Section 13.a, above.
This waiver must be express and in writing, and will only be made upon a
showing by the Operator that its operations in and with respect to City are not
such as to impose liability within the scope of that particular coverage.
c) All insurance listed in Section 13.a, above, shall be issued by companies
licensed to do business in the State of California, with a claims paying ability
rating of "BBB" or better by S&P (and the equivalent by any other Rating
Agency) and a rating of A-:VII or better in the current Best's Insurance Reports.
d) Operator shall provide City with at least thirty (30) days prior written notice of
any modification, reduction or cancellation of any of the Policies required in
Section 13.a or a minimum of ten (10) days’ notice for cancellation due to non-
payment.
e) City may increase the scope or dollar amount of coverage required under any
of the policies described in Section 13.a, or may require different or additional
coverages, upon prior written notice to Operator.
f) Technology Errors and Omissions; Cyber Liability. Permittees shall maintain
liability insurance covering acts, errors, or omissions, including negligent acts,
arising out of the performance or failure to perform professional services related
to the Products and Services under the permit. The Permittee shall maintain
insurance that shall cover any and all claims and losses with respect to data,
network risks, and infringement of Intellectual Property Rights. Such insurance
shall include limits of coverage of not less than $2,000,000.00 (two million U.S.
dollars) written on a per occurrence basis. If coverage is written on claims -
made basis, coverage shall remain in effect for not less than three years
following the date of termination or expiration of the permit. Evidence of
coverage must be sent to the City for three years following termination or
expiration of the permit.
Indemnification
g) Operator shall defend (at Operator’s sole expense, with legal counsel approved
by City, with such approval not to be unreasonably withheld or delayed),
indemnify and hold harmless the City, members of its City Council, its boards
and commissions, officers, directors, employees, agents, servants,
successors, assigns and subsidiaries (collectively “the Indemnified Parties”),
from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, penalties, fines,
forfeitures, demands, claims, causes of action, suits, costs, expenses and
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reasonable attorneys’ fees and judgments arising out of or in any manner
related to this Program permit, including, but not limited to loss or damage to
persons or property, arising out of or in any way related to Operator’s use of
the public space, public right-of-way, or public property . This indemnification
includes, but is not limited to, tort liability to a third person for bodily injury and
property damage.
Operator agrees that this obligation to indemnify, defend and hold harmless
extends to liability and/or claims arising from Indemnified Parties' a ctive or
passive negligence. Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing herein shall be
construed to require Operator to indemnify an Indemnified Party from any claim
arising from the sole negligence or willful misconduct of that Indemnified Party.
The duty to defend referenced herein is wholly independent from the duty to
indemnify, arises upon written notice by City to Operator of a claim within the
potential scope of this indemnification provision, and exists regardless of any
determination of the ultimate liability of Operator, City or any Indemnified Party.
User Waiver of Liability
h) Operator must include agency liability waiver language in its end-user
agreement, which shall include the following terms and conditions of use:
i. User must be at least 18 years of age;
ii. User must be in possession of a valid driver license;
iv. User must agree to the liability waiver covering all SBCOG cities contained
in the Operator’s end-user agreement;
v. User must agree to comply with the California Vehicle Code and all
applicable local regulations, which shall be provided by Operator to all
Users, prior to use of SMDs.
14. PERMIT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS. Operator must apply for a Program
permit to operate in the City and must provide the following.
a) Permit requirements:
i. Experience and qualifications
ii. Indemnification
iii. Insurance
iv. Business License
v. Contact information (phone and email)
vi. SMD fleet size and mix
vii. Deployment Plan
viii. Maintenance Plan
ix. Parking Plan
x. Education Plan
xi. Data sharing plan
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xii. Fees
b) The City may modify Program Permit requirements at its discretion
15. FEES:
The Program includes the following types of fees:
a) An application fee, due at the time of application submittal;
b) A permit fee, due before the City issues a permit;
c) A fee per SMD, payable monthly or less frequently for the duration of the pilot
program; and
d) A performance bond/deposit, due before the City issues a permit.
e) Impound fee
f) Fines/penalties for violations of applicable rules and regulations
The City will publish a fee schedule before accepting Program applications.
From: noreply@granicusideas.com <noreply@granicusideas.com>
Sent: Friday, March 6, 2020 1:55 PM
To: Ann Yang <anny@hermosabeach.gov>; City Council <citycouncil@hermosabeach.gov>; Suja
Lowenthal <suja@hermosabeach.gov>
Subject: New eComment for City Council Meeting (Closed Session - 6:00 PM and Regular Meeting - 7:00
PM)
New eComment for City Council Meeting (Closed
Session - 6:00 PM and Regular Meeting - 7:00 PM)
Steve Collins submitted a new eComment.
Meeting: City Council Meeting (Closed Session - 6:00 PM and Regular Meeting - 7:00 PM)
Item: 6c) REPORT 20-0136 UPDATE ON IMPLEMENTATION OF TEMPORARY BAN OF
DOCKLESS SCOOTER AND BIKESHARE IN HERMOSA BEACH (Environmental Analyst
Leeanne Singleton)
eComment: Dear City Council and Staff, I hope this letter finds you well. The staff report on
shared mobility for the March 10th Council meeting "Agenda Item 6C" correctly points out there
is no support by neighboring cities for a regional scooter share or bike share program. This is
born out of no support for the programs in general by the respective cities, due to serious
concerns about dockless scooters and dockless bikes. Bike share is over, anyway. About a year
ago the metric for measuring usage was changed to a more flattering uses-per-resident. Where
bike share was ambitiously embraced by bike-friendly cities, the odds of using it on any given
day have declined to about the same odds as having a sixth toe or sixth finger. That’s a real
thing, sixth toe or finger, and it’s rare. With that level of participation, bike share in Hermosa
Beach would morph instantly and almost entirely into recreational rentals, seriously harming our
long established businesses serving that need already. Besides, recreational bike share is not a
supported goal of shared mobility. Hermosa Cyclery is well aware that renting electric bikes is
profitable. But we have chosen not to rent them because they would end up on The Strand and
sidewalks where they are dangerous and not welcome. This would be a considerably bigger
problem with e-bike share companies, who take the spaces they want, like it or not, and have
little to no concern for the safety of our citizens. Scooter share is deceptively dangerous for
riders and is a blight on cities. There is an abundance of concern from medical professionals
about the physical harm they cause riders and pedestrians. Many professionals have identified
motorized scooter share as a public health risk. By today’s sensibilities toward everything else
we do, that is exactly right. It’s one of the biggest steps backwards in public safety in a
generation. They are an immediate downgrade of a city’s walkability, because they are too
dangerous to be ridden with cars in the street, 99% of the time bareheaded. So self-interested
riders ride on the sidewalks, transferring a big part of their joy-riding risks to those of us walking.
Walkers no longer trust sidewalks the same way. It may be too big of a leap forward for today,
but the best form of last-mile transportation a city can advance is walking. The known health
benefits of walking continue to mount. It’s good for the mind, health, environment, community
and safety. I humbly suggest the City pivot away from the dangerous, blighting, passing mobility
fads of today and look ahead to something bold and even more cutting edge, walking. Thanks,
Steve Collins Hermosa Cyclery, Inc. 20 13th Street Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Phone (310)
374-7816 x25 www.hermosacyclery.com
City of Hermosa Beach
Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0194
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
AMENDMENTS TO TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON
FORECLOSURES AND RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
EVICTIONS FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT DURING
COVID-19 PANDEMIC
(City Attorney Michael Jenkins)
(Assistant City Attorney Lauren Langer)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt an Urgency Ordinance of the City of Hermosa Beach
(Attachment 1)amending Ordinance No.20-1406U (Attachment 2)to amend the temporary
moratorium on foreclosures and evictions due to non-payment of rent by residential and commercial
tenants impacted by the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19),and setting forth the facts constituting such
urgency.
The Urgency Ordinance requires four-fifths vote of the city council and if approved,will take effect
immediately.
Background and Analysis
On March 4,2020,Los Angeles County declared a local and public health state of emergency in
response to the increased spread of COVID-19,the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.As of
April 7,2020,there are 6,910 confirmed cases of COVID-19,and 169 deaths in Los Angeles County,
and this number is expected to continue to grow as the virus spreads throughout the community.
On March 12,2020,California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency in response
to the increased spread of COVID-19.The President of the United States has declared a federal
emergency as a result of the spread of the COVID-19.
On March 16,2020,the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach declared a state of local
emergency in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic and imposed certain orders in response to
the pandemic.
On March 16,2020,Governor Newsom promulgated Executive Order N-28-20 which authorized local
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On March 16,2020,Governor Newsom promulgated Executive Order N-28-20 which authorized local
governments to exercise their police power to impose substantive limitations on foreclosures and
residential and commercial evictions based on nonpayment of rent when the nonpayment of rent
arose out of a substantial decrease in household or business income due to the effects of COVID-19.
On March 19,2020,the Los Angeles County Public Health Officer issued a second countywide order
-the Safer at Home for Control of COVID-19 Order,which was further clarified on March 21,2020.
This public health order prohibits all public and private group gatherings and events and requires
people to stay in their homes with limited exceptions;and requires closure of all non-essential retail
businesses,shopping centers,playgrounds for children,bars,nightclubs,movie theaters and all
similar gathering places.The purpose of the order is to further restrict and limit gathering of persons
and require closures of non-essential retail businesses in an effort to stem or slow the spread of the
virus. More restrictions are being released daily to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
On March 19,2020,the Governor of the State of California,also issued Executive Order N-33-20,an
Order of the State Public Health Officer ordering all individuals living in California to stay home or at
their place of residence except as needed to maintain continuity of operations of outlined federal
critical infrastructure sectors.
On March 24,2020,the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adopted Urgency Ordinance No.
20-1406U,effective immediately,which temporarily suspended residential and commercial evictions
and foreclosures for the nonpayment of rent and mortgages resulting from demonstrable COVID-19-
related financial impacts through May 31,2020.The recitals and findings for that ordinance remain
applicable here.
The day after Urgency Ordinance No.20-1406U was adopted,Governor Gavin Newsom,on March
25,2020,announced a financial relief package negotiated with participating financial institutions
(“Financial Relief Package”)(Attachment 3).By agreement with participating lenders,borrowers
economically impacted by COVID-19 may apply for mortgage payment forbearances for up to 90
days.
Under the Financial Relief Package,for at least 60 days,participating financial institutions also will
not initiate foreclosure sales or evictions,consistent with the institutions’applicable guidelines.As of
March 25,2020,participating financial institutions included Citigroup,JPMorgan Chase,U.S.Bank,
Wells Fargo,and roughly 200 state-chartered banks,credit unions,and loan servicers.A searchable
and more current list of participating institutions and their contact information can be viewed by going
to the California Department of Business Oversight website (Attachment 4).
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Foreclosure Moratorium
Pursuant to Executive Order N-28-20,the earlier-adopted Urgency Ordinance No.20-1406U
temporarily suspended the judicial foreclosure of residential and commercial properties through May
31,2020.The ordinance does not relieve protected mortgagors of liability for any unpaid mortgage
payments after the emergency,encourages lenders and borrowers to create a payment plan in lieu of
foreclosure after the emergency declaration is lifted,and acknowledges that respective rights and
obligations of the parties in any judicial foreclosure proceeding shall be adjudicated in the appropriate
court of law.
The Urgency Ordinance under consideration amends Urgency Ordinance No.20-1406U by limiting
its foreclosure protections to those residential and commercial mortgagors who are not covered by
the Governor’s Financial Relief Package -that is,those mortgagors whose lenders are not one of the
participating financial institutions.
Eviction Moratoria Amendments
The proposed ordinance amends the original urgency ordinance with a few additional clarifications.
These include:
1.Clarifying that interest cannot be charged on rent that is deferred under the ordinance.
2.Clarifying that to the extent the ordinance regulates a period after the local emergency,the
residential portion is intended to be more restrictive than the 2019 Tenant Protections Act
related to just cause evictions (as it may apply to certain tenancies in the city).
3.Payment plans can go beyond the six-month repayment period if the parties agree.
4.Tenants can draw down on security deposits to cover rent and those deposits should be
replenished during the repayment period.
Lastly,the California Judicial Council,the rule-making arm of the California court system,adopted
several important statewide rules at an emergency meeting on April 6th.Notably,the Council issued
rules that effectively stopped all evictions other than those necessary to protect public health and
safety,and suspended judicial foreclosures.The rules are designed to last throughout the COVID-19
pandemic.This information is provided for informational purposes only to show how relief is coming
from multiple venues.The local ordinance still provides value and guidance on the landlords’and
tenants’responsibilities after the period of local emergency,even if evictions and foreclosures are
suspended in the courts for the time being.
Conclusion
If approved,the revised Urgency Ordinance will go into effect immediately upon adoption and as with
the original ordinance,remains in effect until May 31,2020,and may be extended during the period
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of local emergency.While the City Manager is authorized under the ordinance to suspend the
ordinance to prevent inconsistencies in the law,staff proposes amending the ordinance to account for
the later enacted financial relief package.Under this approach,any mortgagor who is not covered by
the state’s financial relief can still receive the benefits of the city’s ordinance.Since the ordinance
was being revised,it was appropriate to bring forward additional clarifications to improve the
ordinance.
These proposed measures are extraordinary and should be narrowly tailored and utilized to the
minimum extent necessary to achieve the stated goals of preventing the spread of the virus and
keeping people in their homes and without imminent fear of foreclosure or eviction during this
unprecedented health crisis.
Attachments:
1.Urgency Ordinance
2.Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 20-1406U, adopted March 24, 2020
3.Link to the Financial Relief Package
4.Link to list of participating financial institutions on the California Department of Business
Oversight website
5.SUPPLEMENTAL Urgency Ordinance - REDLINED
Respectfully Submitted by:Lauren Langer, Assistant City Attorney
Concur:Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
Approved: Suja Lowenthal, City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO. 20-
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 20-1406U TO AMEND THE
TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON FORECLOSURES AND EVICTIONS
DUE TO NONPAYMENT OF RENT BY RESIDENTIAL AND
COMMERCIAL TENANTS IMPACTED BY THE NOVEL
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19), AND SETTING FORTH THE FACTS
CONSTITUTING SUCH URGENCY
The City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings.
A. International, national, state, and local health and governmental authorities are
responding to an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a novel coronavirus
named “SARS-CoV-2,” and the disease it causes which has been named
“coronavirus disease 2019,” abbreviated COVID-19, (“COVID-19”).
B. On March 4, 2020, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and Department of
Public Health declared a local emergency and local public health emergency to aid
the regional healthcare and governmental community in responding to COVID-19.
C. On March 4, 2020, the Governor of the State of California declared a state of
emergency to make additional resources available, formalize emergency actions
already underway across multiple state agencies and departments, and help the state
prepare for a broader spread of COVID-19.
D. On March 13, 2020, the President of the United States of America declared a
national emergency and announced that the federal government would make
emergency funding available to assist state and local governments in preventing the
spread of and addressing the effects of COVID-19.
E. On March 16, 2020, the City Council proclaimed the existence of a local emergency
to ensure the availability of mutual aid and an effective City response to the novel
coronavirus (“COVID-19”).
F. On March 16, 2020, the Governor of the State of California issued Executive Order
N-28-20, authorizing local governments’ through their police power to impose
substantive limitations on residential or commercial evictions for nonpayment of rent
for tenants financially impacted by COVID-19 through May 31, 2020.
G. On March 16, 2020, the Los Angeles County Public Health Officer issued an order
countywide that (1) prohibits gatherings where at least 50 or more people are
expected to attend, (2) puts limits and regulations on gatherings of 10 -49 people, (3)
limits restaurants to drive-through/takeout/delivery only, and (4) closes bars (that
don’t serve food), gyms, movie theaters, etc.
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H. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the California Department of
Health, and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health have all issued
recommendations including but not limited to strict adherence to social distancing
guidelines, canceling or postponing group events, working from home, and other
precautions to protect public health and prevent transmission of this communicable
virus. Other counties throughout the state have issued essentially “shelter in place”
directives.
I. On March 19, 2020, the Los Angeles County Public Health Officer issued a second
countywide order, the Safer at Home for Control of COVID-19 Order, which was
further clarified on March 21, 2020. This public health order prohibits all public and
private group gatherings and events and requires people to stay in their homes with
limited exceptions; and requires closure of all non-essential retail businesses,
shopping centers, playgrounds for children, bars, nightclubs, movie theaters and all
similar gathering places. The purpose of the order is to further restrict and limit
gathering of persons and require closures of non-essential retail businesses in an
effort to stem or slow the spread of the virus.
J. On March 19, 2020, the Governor of the State of California, also issued Executive
Order N-33-20, an Order of the State Public Health Officer ordering all individuals
living in California to stay home or at their place of residence except as needed to
maintain continuity of operations of outlined federal critical infrastructure sectors.
K. As of the date of this ordinance and in order to prevent further exposure, many
businesses have imposed work from home policies; meetings, events and social
gatherings are cancelled as people remain at home; customers are not patronizing
restaurants and stores or hiring domestic help or travelling. With more closure of all
non-essential businesses and people working from home, less of the workforce will
be patronizing restaurants, hotels and other retail establishments that employ hourly
workers, which is expected to lead to hourly cutbacks and employee terminations.
L. As a result of the public health emergency and the precautions recommended by
health authorities, many tenants in Hermosa Beach have experienced or expect soon
to experience sudden and unexpected income loss.
M. The Governor of the State of California has stated that individuals exposed to
COVID-19 may be temporarily unable to report to work due to illness caused by
COVID-19 or quarantines related to COVID-19 and individuals directly affected by
COVID-19 may experience potential loss of income, health care and medical
coverage, and ability to pay for housing and basic needs, thereby placing increased
demands on already strained regional and local health and safety resources,
including shelters and food banks.
N. Most, if not all, local schools are closed to prevent further spread of COVID-19.
These school closures will cause children to have to remain at home, leading to
many parents adjusting their work schedules to take time off work, whether paid or
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unpaid. Hourly wage earners are unlikely to be paid for time off. The inability to
work due to school closures will economically strain those families who cannot
afford to take off time from work to stay at home
O. The situation is unprecedented and evolving rapidly. Further economic impacts are
anticipated, leaving tenants vulnerable to eviction.
P. This Ordinance is temporary in nature and only intended to promote stability and
fairness within the residential and commercial rental market in the City during the
COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, and to prevent avoidable homelessness thereby
serving the public peace, health, safety, and public welfare and to enable tenants in
the City whose income and ability to work is affected due to COVID-19 to remain in
their homes.
Q. In the interest of public health and safety, as affected by the emergency caused by
the spread of COVID-19, it is necessary to exercise authority to adopt this ordinance
related to the protection of life and property, to ensure residents can remain in their
homes and prevent proliferation of homelessness and further spread of COVID-19.
Displacement through eviction and foreclosure creates undue hardship for tenants
through additional relocation costs, stress and anxiety, and the threat of
homelessness due to the lack of alternative housing, and lack of moving services and
supplies as stores and businesses close. During the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak,
affected tenants who have lost income due to impact on the economy or their
employment may be at risk of homelessness if they are evicted for non-payment as
they will have little or no income and thus be unable to secure other housing if
evicted.
R. People experiencing homelessness are especially vulnerable to the spread of
COVID-19 due to an inability to practice social distancing and a lack of access to
health care. The Governor has ordered the State to take extraordinary measures to
secure shelter for homeless populations during this emergency to limit exposure to
and spreading of COVID-19. Widespread evictions of tenants vulnerable to eviction
due to financial hardship occurring due to COVID-19 would exacerbate the
challenge of sheltering the homeless during this emergency and increase the risk of
spread of COVID-19.
S. Promoting stability amongst commercial tenancies is also conducive to public
health, allowing businesses to follow the advice and directives of public health
officials to close, and allowing employees to avoid public contact, during times of a
public health crisis without fear of imminent eviction. The state and county health
officials have ordered most commercial businesses to close and restaurants are
limited to take out and deliver only. The rapid, immediate and unexpected loss of
revenue from closure is devastating to local businesses.
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T. The City desires to prohibit evictions due to non-payment of rent for residential and
commercial tenants where the failure to pay rent results from income loss resulting
from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
U. The day after the Urgency Ordinance No. 20-1406U was adopted, Governor Gavin
Newsom, on March 25, 2020, announced a financial relief package negotiated with
participating financial institutions (“Financial Relief Package”). See
https://www.gov.ca.gov/2020/03/25/governor-gavin-newsom-announces-major-
financial-relief-package-90-day-mortgage-payment-relief-during-covid-19-crisis/.
By agreement with participating lenders, borrowers economically impacted by
COVID-19 may apply for mortgage payment forbearances for up to 90 days.
V. Under the Financial Relief Package, for at least 60 days, participating financial
institutions also will not initiate foreclosure sales or evictions, consistent with the
institutions’ applicable guidelines. As of the time of the Governor’s announcement,
participating financial institutions included Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase, U.S. Bank,
Wells Fargo, and roughly 200 state-chartered banks, credit unions, and loan
servicers. A searchable updated list of participating institutions and their contact
information can be viewed by going to the California Department of Business
Oversight website at https://dbo.ca.gov/covid19-updates-fi/.
W. Unlike the Urgency Ordinance No. 20-1406U, the Governor’s Financial Relief
Package provides protection from not only judicial foreclosure, but from foreclosure
sales in general. The package, however, only applies to those mortgagors owing
payments to one of the participating financial institutions, and may not include all
City of Hermosa Beach (“City”) properties.
X. The City desires to protect mortgagors within its jurisdiction whose lenders have not
yet elected to participate in the Financial Relief Package from judicial foreclosures,
as authorized by Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-28-20.
Y. This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to the City's police powers and powers afforded
to the city in time of national, state, county and local emergency during an
unprecedented health pandemic, such powers being afforded by the State
Constitution, State law and the Chapter 2.56 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code
to protect the peace, health, and safety of the public. The Hermosa Beach City
Council finds that this ordinance is necessary for the preservation of the public
peace, health, and safety of residents living within the City and finds urgency to
approve this ordinance immediately based on the facts described herein and detailed
in the staff report. Under Government Code Section 8634, this ordinance is
necessary to provide for the protection of health, life and property.
SECTION 2. Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 20-1406U is amended in its entirety to read as
follows below.
SECTION 3. Temporary Moratorium on Evictions for Non-Payment of Rent by Residential
Tenants Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis.
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A. During the period of local emergency declared in response to COVID-19, no landlord
shall endeavor to evict a tenant for nonpayment of rent if the tenant demonstrates that the tenant is
unable to pay rent due to financial impacts related to COVID-19.
B. A landlord who knows that a tenant cannot pay some or all of the rent temporarily for the
reasons set forth above shall not serve a notice pursuant to CCP 1161(2), file or prosecute an
unlawful detainer action based on a 3-day pay or quit notice, or otherwise seek to evict for
nonpayment of rent. A landlord knows of a tenant’s inability to pay rent within the meaning of this
ordinance if the tenant, within 30 days after the date that rent is due, notifies the landlord in writing
of lost income and inability to pay full rent due to financial impacts related to COVID -19, and
provides documentation or explanation to support the claim. For purposes of this ordinance, “in
writing” includes email communications to a landlord or the landlord’s representative with whom
the tenant has previously corresponded by email. Any medical or financial information provided to
the landlord shall be held in confidence, and only used for evaluating the tenant’s claim.
C. For purposes of this ordinance “financial impacts related to COVID-19” include, but are
not limited to, tenant lost household income as a result of any of the following: (1) being sick with
COVID-19, or caring for a household or family member who is sick with COVID -19; (2) lay-off,
loss of hours, or other income reduction resulting from business closure or other economic or
employer impacts of COVID-19; (3) compliance with a recommendation from a government health
authority to stay home, self-quarantine, or avoid congregating with others during the state of
emergency; (4) extraordinary out-of-pocket medical expenses; or (5) child care needs arising from
school closures related to COVID-19.
D. This ordinance applies to nonpayment eviction notices and unlawful detainer actions
based on such notices, served or filed on or after the date on which a local emergency was
proclaimed.
E. This ordinance grants a defense in the event that an unlawful detainer action is
commenced in violation of this ordinance. Violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as set
forth in Chapter 2.56 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
F. Nothing in this ordinance shall relieve the tenant of liability for the unpaid rent, which the
landlord may seek after expiration of the local emergency, and the tenant must repay within six
months of the expiration of the local emergency. A landlord may not charge or collect a late fee or
interest for rent that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance; nor may a landlord seek rent
that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance through the eviction process. A landlord shall
not commence an eviction during the six months after the end of the local emergency, so long as the
tenant pays rent in a timely manner after the period of local emergency and is repaying the past due
rent that accrued during the emergency period. Nonpayment of rent in accordance with the terms of
this ordinance shall not be grounds for eviction of a tenant even after expiration of the local
emergency. To the extent it applies, this ordinance is intended to be more restrictive than Civil
Code Section 1946.2 by further limiting the reasons for termination of a residential tenancy during
the six month repayment period. Landlords are strongly encouraged to offer payment plans to
tenants after the period of local emergency, which may go beyond the six month repayment period
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upon mutual written agreement of the parties. Tenants may draw down on a security deposit during
the repayment period to pay back rent and such security deposit shall be replenished by the end of
the six month repayment period or longer if mutually agreed upon in writing between the parties.
G. No other legal remedies available to landlord are affected by this ordinance.
SECTION 4. Temporary Moratorium on Evictions for Non-Payment of Rent by Commercial
Tenants Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis.
A. During the period of local emergency declared in response to COVID-19, no commercial
landlord shall endeavor to evict a tenant for nonpayment of rent if the tenant demo nstrates that the
tenant’s businesses is subject to the Orders referenced in Section 1 above or is otherwise limited or
closed (voluntarily or by mandate) to prevent or reduce the spread of COVID-19 and the tenant
demonstrates lost income and inability to pay rent as a result of such limitation or closure or other
demonstrated financial impact related to COVID-19.
B. A landlord knows of a tenant’s lost income and inability to pay rent within the meaning
of this Order if the tenant, within 30 days after the date rent is due, notifies the landlord in writing
of the lost income and inability to pay rent due to a limitation or closure of the tenant’s business
related to COVID-19, with appropriate supporting documentation. If a tenant suffers only a partial
loss of income, the tenant shall pay the pro-rated share of their rent that corresponds to the income
they generated during the period of loss. For purposes of this ordinance, “in writing” includes email
communications to a landlord or the landlord’s representative with whom the tenant has previously
corresponded by email. All financial information provided to the landlord shall be kept in
confidence and only used for evaluating the tenant’s claim or enforcing this provision.
C. This Ordinance grants a defense in the event that an unlawful detainer action is
commenced in violation of this ordinance. Violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as set
forth in Chapter 2.56 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
D. Nothing in this ordinance shall relieve the tenant of liability for the unpaid rent, which
the landlord may seek after expiration of the local emergency and the tenant must pay within six
months of the expiration of the local emergency. A landlord may not charge or collect a late fee or
interest for rent that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance; nor may a landlord seek rent
that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance, through the eviction process during or after
the period of local emergency. A landlord shall not commence an eviction during the six months
after the end of the local emergency for non-payment of rent, so long as the tenant pays rent in a
timely manner after the period of local emergency and is repaying the past due rent that accrued
during the emergency period. Nonpayment of rent in accordance with the terms of this ordinance
shall not be grounds for eviction of a tenant even after expiration of the local emergency. Landlords
are strongly encouraged to offer payment plans to tenants after the period of local emergency,
which may go beyond the six month repayment period upon mutual agreement of the parties.
E. No other legal remedies available to landlord are affected by this order.
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SECTION 5. Temporary Suspension on Residential and Commercial Foreclosures.
A. For mortgagors that are not eligible for financial relief under Governor Newsom’s
Financial Relief Package found at: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2020/03/25/governor-gavin-newsom-
announces-major-financial-relief-package-90-day-mortgage-payment-relief-during-covid-19-crisis/,
no foreclosure action against a property owner shall be initiated or proceed during the period of
declared local emergency in the City of Hermosa Beach for any mortgagor with a demonstrated
financial impact related to COVID-19. Nothing in this ordinance shall relieve the mortgagor of
liability for any unpaid mortgage payments, which the mortgagee may seek after expiration of the
local emergency and the mortgagor must pay within six months of the expiration of the local
emergency, unless a different time is agreed to between the parties. A mortgagee may not charge or
collect a late fee or penalty for payments that are delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance.
The respective rights and obligations of the parties in any foreclosure proceeding shall be
adjudicated in the appropriate court of law with jurisdiction over the matter at the conclusion of the
local emergency or rescission of this ordinance.
B. Violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as set forth in Chapter 2.56 of the
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
C. No other legal remedies available to parties to any foreclosure proceeding are affected
by this order.
4. Mortgagees are strongly encouraged to offer payment plans to mortgagors to avoid
foreclosure after the period of local emergency.
SECTION 6. In accordance with the Governor of the State of California’s Executive Order N-28-
20, this ordinance shall remain in effect until May 31, 2020. In order to prevent inconsistencies, the
Director of Emergency Services may suspend the effectiveness of any provision in this ordinance in
the event that the President of the United States, Congress, Governor of the State of California or
California State Legislature or other body with jurisdiction adopts an order or legislation that
similarly prohibits evictions and foreclosures for failure to pay rent by individuals impacted by the
COVID-19 crisis.
SECTION 7. Severability.
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or word of this ordinance is found to be
unconstitutional or otherwise invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision
shall not affect the remaining provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 8. Environmental Review.
The City Council finds that adoption and implementation of this ordinance is not a “project”
for purposes of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as that term is defined
by CEQA guidelines (Guidelines) sections 15061(b)(3), and 15378(b)(5). The effect of the
proposed amendment will be to maintain the status quo. No new development will result
from the proposed action. No impact to the phys ical environment will result. The City
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Council also alternatively finds that the adoption and implementation of this ordinance is
exempt from the provisions of CEQA as an administrative activity by the City of Hermosa
Beach, in furtherance of its police power, that will not result in any direct or indirect
physical change in the environment, per sections 15061(b)(3), and 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA
Guidelines, as well as CEQA Guidelines section 15064(e) (economic regulations).
SECTION 9. Urgency Declaration; Effective Date.
The City Council finds and declares that the adoption and implementation of this ordinance
is necessary for the immediate preservation and protection of the public peace, health and
safety as detailed above and as the City and public would suffer potentially irreversible
displacement of commercial and residential tenants resulting from evictions and
foreclosures for failure to pay rent during the COVID-19 crisis. During this local
emergency, and in the interest of protecting the public health and preventing transmission of
COVID-19, it is essential to avoid unnecessary housing displacement, to protect the City’s
affordable housing stock, and to prevent housed individuals from falling into homelessness,
especially given state and county directives to stay at home. Promoting stability amongst
commercial tenancies is also conducive to public health, allowing businesses to follow the
advice and directives of public health officials to close and allowing employees to avoid
public contact during times of a public health crisis without fear of imminent eviction or
foreclosure. Loss of income as a result of COVID-19 may inhibit City residents and
businesses from fulfilling their financial obligations, including payment of rent and
mortgages. Under Government Code Section 8634 and HBMC Chapter 2.56, this ordinance
is necessary to provide for the protection of life and property for the reasons set out herein.
The Council therefore finds and determines that the immediate preservation of the public
peace, health and safety, and protection of life and property, require that this Ordinance be
enacted as an urgency ordinance pursuant to Government Code section 36937 and take
effect immediately upon adoption by four-fifths of the City Council.
SECTION 10. Certification.
The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause
the same, or the summary thereof, to be published or posted in the manner required by law.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of April, 2020.
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PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, California
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________ _________________________
City Clerk Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
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ORDINANCE NO. 20-1406U
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
ENACTING A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON FORECLOSURES
AND EVICTIONS DUE TO NONPAYMENT OF RENT BY
RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL TENANTS IMPACTED BY THE
NOVEL CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19), AND SETTING FORTH THE
FACTS CONSTITUTING SUCH URGENCY
The City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings.
A. International, national, state, and local health and governmental authorities are
responding to an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a novel coronavirus
named “SARS-CoV-2,” and the disease it causes which has been named
“coronavirus disease 2019,” abbreviated COVID-19, (“COVID-19”).
B. On March 4, 2020, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and Department
of Public Health declared a local emergency and local public health emergency to
aid the regional healthcare and governmental community in responding to COVID-
19.
C. On March 4, 2020, the Governor of the State of California declared a state of
emergency to make additional resources available, formalize emergency actions
already underway across multiple state agencies and departments, and help the
state prepare for a broader spread of COVID-19.
D. On March 13, 2020, the President of the United States of America declared a
national emergency and announced that the federal government would make
emergency funding available to assist state and local governments in preventing
the spread of and addressing the effects of COVID-19.
E. On March 16, 2020, the City Council proclaimed the existence of a local
emergency to ensure the availability of mutual aid and an effective City response
to the novel coronavirus (“COVID-19”).
F. On March 16, 2020, the Governor of the State of California issued Executive
Order N-28-20, authorizing local governments’ through their police power to
impose substantive limitations on residential or commercial evictions for
nonpayment of rent for tenants financially impacted by COVID-19 through May
31, 2020.
G. On March 16, 2020, the Los Angeles County Public Health Officer issued an order
countywide that (1) prohibits gatherings where at least 50 or more people are
expected to attend, (2) puts limits and regulations on gatherings of 10-49 people,
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(3) limits restaurants to drive-through/takeout/delivery only, and (4) closes bars
(that don’t serve food), gyms, movie theaters, etc.
H. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the California Department of
Health, and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health have all issued
recommendations including but not limited to strict adherence to social distancing
guidelines, canceling or postponing group events, working from home, and other
precautions to protect public health and prevent transmission of this communicable
virus. Other counties throughout the state have issued essentially “shelter in place”
directives.
I. On March 19, 2020 the Los Angeles County Public Health Officer issued a second
countywide order, the Safer at Home for control of COVID-19 Order, which was
further clarified on March 21, 2020. This public health order prohibits all public
and private group gatherings and events and requires people to stay in their homes
with limited exceptions; and requires closure of all non-essential retail businesses,
shopping centers, playgrounds for children, bars, nightclubs, movie theaters and all
similar gathering places. The purpose of the order is to further restrict and limit
gathering of persons and require closures of non-essential retail businesses in an
effort to stem or slow the spread of the virus.
J. On March 19, 2020, the Governor of the State of California, also issued Executive
Order N-33-20, an Order of the State Public Health Officer ordering all
individuals living in California to stay home or at their place of residence except
as needed to maintain continuity of operations of outlined federal critical
infrastructure sectors.
K. As of the date of this ordinance and in order to prevent further exposure, many
businesses have imposed work from home policies; meetings, events and social
gatherings are being cancelled as people remain at home; customers are not
patronizing restaurants and stores or hiring domestic help or travelling. With more
businesses moving towards working from home, less of the workforce will be
patronizing restaurants, hotels and other retail establishments that employ hourly
workers, which is expected to lead to hourly cutbacks and employee terminations.
L. As a result of the public health emergency and the precautions recommended by
health authorities, many tenants in Hermosa beach have experienced or expect
soon to experience sudden and unexpected income loss.
M. The Governor of the State of California has stated that individuals exposed to
COVID-19 may be temporarily unable to report to work due to illness caused by
COVID-19 or quarantines related to COVID-19 and individuals directly affected
by COVID-19 may experience potential loss of income, health care and medical
coverage, and ability to pay for housing and basic needs, thereby placing increased
demands on already strained regional and local health and safety resources,
including shelters and food banks.
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N. Most, if not all, local schools are closed to prevent further spread of COVID-19.
These school closures will cause children to have to remain at home, leading to
many parents adjusting their work schedules to take time off work, whether paid or
unpaid. Hourly wage earners are unlikely to be paid for time off. The inability to
work due to school closures will economically strain those families who cannot
afford to take off time from work to stay at home
O. The situation is unprecedented and evolving rapidly. Further economic impacts
are anticipated, leaving tenants vulnerable to eviction.
P. This Ordinance is temporary in nature and only intended to promote stability and
fairness within the residential and commercial rental market in the City during the
COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, and to prevent avoidable homelessness thereby
serving the public peace, health, safety, and public welfare and to enable tenants in
the City whose income and ability to work is affected due to COVID-19 to remain
in their homes.
Q. In the interest of public health and safety, as affected by the emergency caused by
the spread of COVID-19, it is necessary to exercise authority to adopt this
ordinance related to the protection of life and property, to ensure renters can
remain in their homes and prevent proliferation of homelessness and further spread
of COVID-19. Displacement through eviction creates undue hardship for tenants
through additional relocation costs, stress and anxiety, and the threat of
homelessness due to the lack of alternative housing, and lack of moving services
and supplies as stores and businesses close. During the COVID-19 pandemic
outbreak, affected tenants who have lost income due to impact on the economy or
their employment may be at risk of homelessness if they are evicted for non-
payment as they will have little or no income and thus be unable to secure other
housing if evicted.
R. People experiencing homelessness are especially vulnerable to the spread of
COVID-19 due to an inability to practice social distancing and a lack of access to
health care. The Governor has ordered the State to take extraordinary measures to
secure shelter for homeless populations during this emergency to limit exposure to
and spreading of COVID-19. Widespread evictions of tenants vulnerable to
eviction due to financial hardship occurring due to COVID-19 would exacerbate
the challenge of sheltering the homeless during this emergency and increase the
risk of spread of COVID-19.
S. Promoting stability amongst commercial tenancies is also conducive to public
health, allowing businesses to follow the advice and directives of public health
officials to close, and allowing employees to avoid public contact, during times of
a public health crisis without fear of imminent eviction.
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T. The City desires to prohibit evictions due to non-payment of rent for residential
and commercial tenants where the failure to pay rent results from income loss
resulting from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
U. This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to the City's police powers and powers
afforded to the city in time of national, state, county and local emergency during an
unprecedented health pandemic, such powers being afforded by the State
Constitution, State law and the Chapter 2.56 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal
Code to protect the peace, health, and safety of the public. The Hermosa Beach
City Council finds that this ordinance is necessary for the preservation of the
public peace, health, and safety of residents living within the City and finds
urgency to approve this ordinance immediately based on the facts described herein
and detailed in the staff report. Under Government Code Section 8634, this
ordinance is necessary to provide for the protection of health, life and property.
SECTION 2. Temporary Moratorium on Evictions for Non-Payment of Rent by Residential
Tenants Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis.
A. During the period of local emergency declared in response to COVID-19, no landlord
shall endeavor to evict a tenant for nonpayment of rent if the tenant demonstrates that the tenant is
unable to pay rent due to financial impacts related to COVID-19.
B. A landlord who knows that a tenant cannot pay some or all of the rent temporarily for
the reasons set forth above shall not serve a notice pursuant to CCP 1161(2), file or prosecute an
unlawful detainer action based on a 3-day pay or quit notice, or otherwise seek to evict for
nonpayment of rent. A landlord knows of a tenant’s inability to pay rent within the meaning of
this ordinance if the tenant, within 30 days after the date that rent is due, notifies the landlord in
writing of lost income and inability to pay full rent due to financial impacts related to COVID-19,
and provides documentation or explanation to support the claim. For purposes of this ordinance,
“in writing” includes email communications to a landlord or the landlord’s representative with
whom the tenant has previously corresponded by email. Any medical or financial information
provided to the landlord shall be held in confidence, and only used for evaluating the tenant’s
claim.
C. For purposes of this ordinance “financial impacts related to COVID -19” include, but
are not limited to, tenant lost household income as a result of any of the following: (1) being sick
with COVID-19, or caring for a household or family member who is sick with COVID-19; (2)
lay-off, loss of hours, or other income reduction resulting from business closure or other
economic or employer impacts of COVID-19; (3) compliance with a recommendation from a
government health authority to stay home, self-quarantine, or avoid congregating with others
during the state of emergency; (4) extraordinary out-of-pocket medical expenses; or (5) child care
needs arising from school closures related to COVID-19.
D. This ordinance applies to nonpayment eviction notices and unlawful detainer actions
based on such notices, served or filed on or after the date on which a local emergency was
proclaimed.
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E. This ordinance grants a defense in the event that an unlawful detainer action is
commenced in violation of this ordinance. Violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as set
forth in Chapter 2.56 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
F. Nothing in this ordinance shall relieve the tenant of liability for the unpaid rent, which
the landlord may seek after expiration of the local emergency, and the tenant must repay within
six months of the expiration of the local emergency. A landlord may not charge or collect a late
fee for rent that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance; nor may a landlord seek rent
that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance through the eviction process. A landlord
shall not commence an eviction during the six months after the end of the local emergency, so
long as the tenant pays rent in a timely manner after the period of local emergency and is repaying
the past due rent that accrued during the emergency period. Nonpayment of rent in accordance
with the terms of this ordinance shall not be grounds for eviction of a tenant even after expiration
of the local emergency. Landlords are strongly encouraged to offer payment plans to tenants after
the period of local emergency.
G. No other legal remedies available to landlord are affected by this ordinance.
SECTION 3. Temporary Moratorium on Evictions for Non-Payment of Rent by Commercial
Tenants Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis.
A. During the period of local emergency declared in response to COVID-19, no
commercial landlord shall endeavor to evict a tenant for nonpayment of rent if the tenant
demonstrates that the tenant’s businesses is subject to the Orders referenced in Section 1 above or
is otherwise limited or closed (voluntarily or by mandate) to prevent or reduce the spread of
COVID-19 and the tenant demonstrates lost income and inability to pay rent as a result of such
limitation or closure or other demonstrated financial impact related to COVID-19.
B. A landlord knows of a tenant’s lost income and inability to pay rent within the
meaning of this Order if the tenant, within 30 days after the date rent is due, notifies the landlord
in writing of the lost income and inability to pay rent due to a limitation or closure of the tenant’s
business related to COVID-19, with appropriate supporting documentation. If a tenant suffers
only a partial loss of income, the tenant shall pay the pro-rated share of their rent that corresponds
to the income they generated during the period of loss. For purposes of this Order, “in writing”
includes email communications to a landlord or the landlord’s representative with whom the
tenant has previously corresponded by email. All financial information provided to the landlord
shall be kept in confidence and only used for evaluating the tenant’s claim or enforcing this
provision.
C. This Ordinance grants a defense in the event that an unlawful detainer action is
commenced in violation of this ordinance. Violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as set
forth in Chapter 2.56 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
D. Nothing in this ordinance shall relieve the tenant of liability for the unpaid rent, which
the landlord may seek after expiration of the local emergency and the tenant must pay within six
months of the expiration of the local emergency. A landlord may not charge or collect a late fee
for rent that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance; nor may a landlord seek rent that is
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delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance, through the eviction process during or after the
period of local emergency. A landlord shall not commence an eviction during the six m onths after
the end of the local emergency for non-payment of rent, so long as the tenant pays rent in a timely
manner after the period of local emergency and is repaying the past due rent that accrued during
the emergency period. Nonpayment of rent in accordance with the terms of this ordinance shall
not be grounds for eviction of a tenant even after expiration of the local emergency. Landlords are
strongly encouraged to offer payment plans to tenants after the period of local emergency.
E. No other legal remedies available to landlord are affected by this order.
SECTION 4. Temporary Suspension on Residential and Commercial Foreclosures.
A. No foreclosure action against a property owner shall be initiated or proceed during the
period of declared local emergency in the City of Hermosa Beach for any mortgagor with a
demonstrated financial impact related to COVID-19. Nothing in this ordinance shall relieve the
mortgagor of liability for any unpaid mortgage payments, which the mortgagee may seek after
expiration of the local emergency and the mortgagor must pay within six months of the expiration
of the local emergency, unless a different time is agreed to between the parties. A mortgagee may
not charge or collect a late fee or penalty for payments that are delayed for the reasons stated in
this ordinance. The respective rights and obligations of the parties in any foreclosure proceeding
shall be adjudicated in the appropriate court of law with jurisdiction over the matter at the
conclusion of the local emergency or rescission of this ordinance.
B. Violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as set forth in Chapter 2.56 of the
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
C. No other legal remedies available to parties to any foreclosure proceeding are affe cted
by this order.
4. Mortgagees are strongly encouraged to offer payment plans to mortgagors to avoid
foreclosure after the period of local emergency.
SECTION 5. In accordance with the Governor of the State of California’s Executive Order N-28-
20, this ordinance shall remain in effect until May 31, 2020. In order to prevent inconsistencies,
the Director of Emergency Services may suspend the effectiveness of any provision in this
ordinance in the event that the President of the United States, Congress, Governor of the State of
California or California State Legislature or other body with jurisdiction adopts an order or
legislation that similarly prohibits evictions and foreclosures for failure to pay rent by individuals
impacted by the COVID-19 crisis.
SECTION 6. Severability.
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or word of this ordinance is found to be
unconstitutional or otherwise invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision
shall not affect the remaining provisions of this Ordinance.
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SECTION 7. Environmental Review.
The City Council finds that adoption and implementation of this ordinance is not a
“project” for purposes of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as that term
is defined by CEQA guidelines (Guidelines) sections 15061(b)(3), and 15378(b)(5). The
effect of the proposed amendment will be to maintain the status quo. No new development
will result from the proposed action. No impact to the physical environment will result.
The City Council also alternatively finds that the adoption and implementation of this
ordinance is exempt from the provisions of CEQA as an administrative activity by the City
of Hermosa Beach, in furtherance of its police power, that will not result in any direct or
indirect physical change in the environment, per sections 15061(b)(3), and 15378(b)(5) of
the CEQA Guidelines, as well as CEQA Guidelines section 15064(e) (economic
regulations).
SECTION 8. Urgency Declaration; Effective Date.
The City Council finds and declares that the adoption and implementation of this
ordinance is necessary for the immediate preservation and protection of the public peace,
health and safety as detailed above and as the City and public would suffer potentially
irreversible displacement of commercial and residential tenants resulting from evictions
and foreclosure for failure to pay rent during the COVID-19 crisis. During this local
emergency, and in the interest of protecting the public health and preventing transmission
of COVID-19, it is essential to avoid unnecessary housing displacement, to protect the
City’s affordable housing stock, and to prevent housed individuals from falling into
homelessness, especially given state and county directives to stay at home. Promoting
stability amongst commercial tenancies is also conducive to public health, allowing
businesses to follow the advice and directives of public health officials to close and
allowing employees to avoid public contact during times of a public health crisis without
fear of imminent eviction or foreclosure. Loss of income as a result of COVID-19 may
inhibit City residents and businesses from fulfilling their financial obligations, including
payment of rent and mortgages. Under Government Code Section 8634 and HBMC
Chapter 2.56, this ordinance is necessary to provide for the protection of life and property
for the reasons set out herein. The Council therefore finds and determines that the
immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety, and protection of life and
property, require that this Ordinance be enacted as an urgency ordinance pursuant to
Government Code section 36937 and take effect immediately upon adoption by four-fifths
of the City Council.
SECTION 9. Certification.
The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause
the same, or the summary thereof, to be published or posted in the manner required by
law.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 24th day of March, 2020.
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PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, California
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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City Clerk Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
ORDINANCE NO. 20-
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 20-1406U TO AMEND THE ENACTING
A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON FORECLOSURES AND
EVICTIONS DUE TO NONPAYMENT OF RENT BY RESIDENTIAL
AND COMMERCIAL TENANTS IMPACTED BY THE NOVEL
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19), AND SETTING FORTH THE FACTS
CONSTITUTING SUCH URGENCY
The City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings.
A. International, national, state, and local health and governmental authorities are
responding to an outbreak of respiratory disease caused by a novel coronavirus
named “SARS-CoV-2,” and the disease it causes which has been named
“coronavirus disease 2019,” abbreviated COVID-19, (“COVID-19”).
B. On March 4, 2020, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and Department of
Public Health declared a local emergency and local public health emergency to aid
the regional healthcare and governmental community in responding to COVID-19.
C. On March 4, 2020, the Governor of the State of California declared a state of
emergency to make additional resources available, formalize emergency actions
already underway across multiple state agencies and departments, and help the state
prepare for a broader spread of COVID-19.
D. On March 13, 2020, the President of the United States of America declared a
national emergency and announced that the federal government would make
emergency funding available to assist state and local governments in preventing the
spread of and addressing the effects of COVID-19.
E. On March 16, 2020, the City Council proclaimed the existence of a local emergency
to ensure the availability of mutual aid and an effective City response to the novel
coronavirus (“COVID-19”).
F. On March 16, 2020, the Governor of the State of California issued Executive Order
N-28-20, authorizing local governments’ through their police power to impose
substantive limitations on residential or commercial evictions for nonpayment of rent
for tenants financially impacted by COVID-19 through May 31, 2020.
G. On March 16, 2020, the Los Angeles County Public Health Officer issued an order
countywide that (1) prohibits gatherings where at least 50 or more people are
expected to attend, (2) puts limits and regulations on gatherings of 10-49 people, (3)
limits restaurants to drive-through/takeout/delivery only, and (4) closes bars (that
don’t serve food), gyms, movie theaters, etc.
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H. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the California Department of
Health, and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health have all issued
recommendations including but not limited to strict adherence to social distancing
guidelines, canceling or postponing group events, working from home, and other
precautions to protect public health and prevent transmission of this commun icable
virus. Other counties throughout the state have issued essentially “shelter in place”
directives.
I. On March 19, 2020, the Los Angeles County Public Health Officer issued a second
countywide order, the Safer at Home for Control of COVID-19 Order, which was
further clarified on March 21, 2020. This public health order prohibits all public and
private group gatherings and events and requires people to stay in their homes with
limited exceptions; and requires closure of all non-essential retail businesses,
shopping centers, playgrounds for children, bars, nightclubs, movie theaters and all
similar gathering places. The purpose of the order is to further restrict and limit
gathering of persons and require closures of non-essential retail businesses in an
effort to stem or slow the spread of the virus.
J. On March 19, 2020, the Governor of the State of California, also issued Executive
Order N-33-20, an Order of the State Public Health Officer ordering all individuals
living in California to stay home or at their place of residence except as needed to
maintain continuity of operations of outlined federal critical infrastructure sectors.
K. As of the date of this ordinance an d in order to prevent further exposure, many
businesses have imposed work from home policies; meetings, events and social
gatherings are beingcancelled as people remain at home; customers are not
patronizing restaurants and stores or hiring domestic help or travelling. With more
closure of all non-essential businesses and people moving towards working from
home, less of the workforce will be patronizing restaurants , hotels and other retail
establishments that employ hourly workers, which is expected to lead to hourly
cutbacks and employee terminations.
L. As a result of the public health emergency and the precautions recommended by
health authorities, many tenants in Hermosa Beach have experienced or expect soon
to experience sudden and unexpected income loss.
M. The Governor of the State of California has stated that individuals exposed to
COVID-19 may be temporarily unable to report to work due to illness caused by
COVID-19 or quarantines related to COVID-19 and individuals directly affected by
COVID-19 may experience potential loss of income, health care and medical
coverage, and ability to pay for housing and basic needs, thereby placing increased
demands on already strained regional and local health and safety resources,
including shelters and food banks.
N. Most, if not all, local schools are closed to prevent further spread of COVID-19.
These school closures will cause children to have to remain at home, leading to
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many parents adjusting their work schedules to take time off work, whether paid or
unpaid. Hourly wage earners are unlikely to be paid for time off. The inability to
work due to school closures will economically strain those families who cannot
afford to take off time from work to stay at home
O. The situation is unprecedented and evolving rapidly. Further economic impacts are
anticipated, leaving tenants vulnerable to eviction.
P. This Ordinance is temporary in nature and only intended to promote stability and
fairness within the residential and commercial rental market in the City during the
COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, and to prevent avoidable homelessness thereby
serving the public peace, health, safety, and public welfare and to enable tenants in
the City whose income and ability to work is affected due to COVID-19 to remain in
their homes.
Q. In the interest of public health and safety, as affected by the emergency caused by
the spread of COVID-19, it is necessary to exercise authority to adopt this ordinance
related to the protection of life and property, to ensure residentsnters can remain in
their homes and prevent proliferation of homelessness and further spread of COVID -
19. Displacement through eviction and foreclosure creates undue hardship for
tenants through additional relocation costs, stress and anxiety, and the threat of
homelessness due to the lack of alternative housing, and lack of moving services and
supplies as stores and businesses close. During the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak,
affected tenants who have lost income due to impact on the economy or their
employment may be at risk of homelessness if they are evicted for non -payment as
they will have little or no income and thus be unable to secure other housing if
evicted.
R. People experiencing homelessness are especially vulnerable to the spread of
COVID-19 due to an inability to practice social distancing and a lack of access to
health care. The Governor has ordered the State to take extraordinary measures to
secure shelter for homeless populations during this emergency to limit exposure to
and spreading of COVID-19. Widespread evictions of tenants vulnerable to eviction
due to financial hardship occurring due to COVID -19 would exacerbate the
challenge of sheltering the homeless during this emergency and increase the risk of
spread of COVID-19.
S. Promoting stability amongst commercial tenancies is also conducive to public
health, allowing businesses to follow the advice and directives of public health
officials to close, and allowing employees to avoid public contact, during times of a
public health crisis without fear of imminent eviction. The state and county health
officials have ordered most commercial businesses to clo se and restaurants are
limited to take out and deliver only. The rapid, immediate and unexpected loss of
revenue from closure is devastating to local businesses.
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T. The City desires to prohibit evictions due to non-payment of rent for residential and
commercial tenants where the failure to pay rent results from income loss resulting
from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
U. The day after the Urgency Ordinance No. 20-1406U was adopted, Governor Gavin
Newsom, on March 25, 2020, announced a financial relief package negotiated with
participating financial institutions (“Financial Relief Package”). See
https://www.gov.ca.gov/2020/03/25/governor-gavin-newsom-announces-major-
financial-relief-package-90-day-mortgage-payment-relief-during-covid-19-crisis/.
By agreement with participating lenders, borrowers economically impacted by
COVID-19 may apply for mortgage payment forbearances for up to 90 days.
V. Under the Financial Relief Package, for at least 60 days, participating financial
institutions also will not initiate foreclosure sales or evictions, consistent with the
institutions’ applicable guidelines. As of the time of the Governor’s announcement,
participating financial institutions included Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase, U.S. Bank,
Wells Fargo, and roughly 200 state-chartered banks, credit unions, and loan
servicers. A searchable updated list of participating institutions and their contact
information can be viewed by going to the California Department of Business
Oversight website at https://dbo.ca.gov/covid19-updates-fi/.
W. Unlike the Urgency Ordinance No. 20-1406U, the Governor’s Financial Relief
Package provides protection from not only judicial foreclosure, but from foreclosure
sales in general. The package, however, only applies to those mortgagors owing
payments to one of the participating financial institutions, and may not include all
City of Hermosa Beach (“City”) properties.
T.X. The City desires to protect mortgagors within its jurisdiction whose lenders have not
yet elected to participate in the Financial Relief Package from judicial foreclos ures,
as authorized by Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-28-20.
U.Y. This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to the City's police powers and powers afforded
to the city in time of national, state, county and local emergency during an
unprecedented health pandemic, such powers being afforded by the State
Constitution, State law and the Chapter 2.56 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code
to protect the peace, health, and safety of the public. The Hermosa Beach City
Council finds that this ordinance is necessary for the preservation of the public
peace, health, and safety of residents living within the City and finds urgency to
approve this ordinance immediately based on the facts described herein and detailed
in the staff report. Under Government Code Section 8634, this ordinance is
necessary to provide for the protection of health, life and property.
SECTION 2. Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 20-1406U is amended in its entirety to read as
follows below.
SECTION 3. Temporary Moratorium on Evictions for Non-Payment of Rent by Residential
Tenants Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis.
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A. During the period of local emergency declared in response to COVID -19, no landlord
shall endeavor to evict a tenant for nonpayment of rent if the tenant demonstrates that the tenant is
unable to pay rent due to financial impacts related to COVID-19.
B. A landlord who knows that a tenant cannot pay some or all of the rent temporarily for the
reasons set forth above shall not serve a notice pursuant to CCP 1161(2), file or prosecute an
unlawful detainer action based on a 3-day pay or quit notice, or otherwise seek to evict for
nonpayment of rent. A landlord knows of a tenant’s inability to pay rent within the meaning of this
ordinance if the tenant, within 30 days after the date that rent is due, notifies the landlord in writing
of lost income and inability to pay full rent due to financial impacts related to COVID -19, and
provides documentation or explanation to support the claim. For purposes of this ordinance, “in
writing” includes email communications to a landlord or the landlord’s representative with whom
the tenant has previously corresponded by email. Any medical or financial information provided to
the landlord shall be held in confidence, and only used for evaluating the tenant’s clai m.
C. For purposes of this ordinance “financial impacts related to COVID-19” include, but are
not limited to, tenant lost household income as a result of any of the following: (1) being sick with
COVID-19, or caring for a household or family member who is sick with COVID-19; (2) lay-off,
loss of hours, or other income reduction resulting from business closure or other economic or
employer impacts of COVID-19; (3) compliance with a recommendation from a government health
authority to stay home, self-quarantine, or avoid congregating with others during the state of
emergency; (4) extraordinary out-of-pocket medical expenses; or (5) child care needs arising from
school closures related to COVID-19.
D. This ordinance applies to nonpayment eviction notices and unlawful detainer actions
based on such notices, served or filed on or after the date on which a local emergency was
proclaimed.
E. This ordinance grants a defense in the event that an unlawful detainer action is
commenced in violation of this ordinance. Violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as set
forth in Chapter 2.56 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
F. Nothing in this ordinance shall relieve the tenant of liability for the unpaid rent, which the
landlord may seek after expiration of the local emergency, and the tenant must repay within six
months of the expiration of the local emergency. A landlord may not charge or collect a late fee or
interest for rent that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance; nor may a landlord seek rent
that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance through the eviction process. A landlord shall
not commence an eviction during the six months after the end of the local emergency, so long as the
tenant pays rent in a timely manner after the period of local emergency and is repaying the past due
rent that accrued during the emergency period. Nonpayment of rent in accordance with the terms of
this ordinance shall not be grounds for eviction of a tenant even after expiration of the local
emergency. To the extent it applies, this ordinance is intended to be more restrictive tha n Civil
Code Section 1946.2 by further limiting the reasons for termination of a residential tenancy during
the six month repayment period. Landlords are strongly encouraged to offer payment plans to
tenants after the period of local emergency. , which may go beyond the six month repayment period
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upon mutual written agreement of the parties. Tenants may draw down on a security deposit during
the repayment period to pay back rent and such security deposit shall be replenished by the end of
the six month repayment period or longer if mutually agreed upon in writing between the parties.
G. No other legal remedies available to landlord are affected by this ordinance.
SECTION 43. Temporary Moratorium on Evictions for Non-Payment of Rent by Commercial
Tenants Impacted by the COVID-19 Crisis.
A. During the period of local emergency declared in response to COVID -19, no commercial
landlord shall endeavor to evict a tenant for nonpayment of rent if the tenant demonstrates that the
tenant’s businesses is subject to the Orders referenced in Section 1 above or is otherwise limited or
closed (voluntarily or by mandate) to prevent or reduce the spread of COVID -19 and the tenant
demonstrates lost income and inability to pay rent as a result of such limitation or closure or other
demonstrated financial impact related to COVID-19.
B. A landlord knows of a tenant’s lost income and inability to pay rent within the meaning
of this Order if the tenant, within 30 days after the date rent is due, notifies the landlord in writing
of the lost income and inability to pay rent due to a limitation or closure of the tenant’s business
related to COVID-19, with appropriate supporting documentation. If a tenant suffers only a partial
loss of income, the tenant shall pay the pro -rated share of their rent that corresponds to the income
they generated during the period of loss. For purposes of this ordinanceOrder, “in writing” includes
email communications to a landlord or the landlord’s representative with whom the tenant has
previously corresponded by email. All financial information provided to the landlord shall be kept
in confidence and only used for evaluating the tenant’s claim or enforcing this provision.
C. This Ordinance grants a defense in the event that an unlawful detainer action is
commenced in violation of this ordinance. Violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as set
forth in Chapter 2.56 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
D. Nothing in this ordinance shall relieve the tenant of liability for the unpaid rent, which
the landlord may seek after expiration of the local emergency and the tenant must pay within six
months of the expiration of the local emergency. A landlord may no t charge or collect a late fee or
interest for rent that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance; nor may a landlord seek rent
that is delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance, through the eviction process during or after
the period of local emergency. A landlord shall not commence an eviction during the six months
after the end of the local emergency for non-payment of rent, so long as the tenant pays rent in a
timely manner after the period of local emergency and is repaying the past due rent that accrued
during the emergency period. Nonpayment of rent in accordance with the terms of this ordinance
shall not be grounds for eviction of a tenant even after expiration of the local emergency. Landlords
are strongly encouraged to offer payment plans to tenants after the period of local emergency,
which may go beyond the six month repayment period upon mutual agreement of the parties .
E. No other legal remedies available to landlord are affected by this order.
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SECTION 54. Temporary Suspension on Residential and Commercial Foreclosures.
A. For mortgagors that are not eligible for financial relief under Governor Newsom’s
Financial Relief Package found at: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2020/03/25/governor-gavin-newsom-
announces-major-financial-relief-package-90-day-mortgage-payment-relief-during-covid-19-crisis/,
nNo foreclosure action against a property owner shall be initiated or proceed during the period of
declared local emergency in the City of Hermosa Beach for any mortgagor with a demonstrated
financial impact related to COVID-19. Nothing in this ordinance shall relieve the mortgagor of
liability for any unpaid mortgage payments, which the mortgagee may seek after expiration of the
local emergency and the mortgagor must pay within six months of the expiration of the local
emergency, unless a different time is agreed to between the parties. A mortgagee may not charge or
collect a late fee or penalty for payments that are delayed for the reasons stated in this ordinance.
The respective rights and obligations of the parties in any foreclosure proceeding shall be
adjudicated in the appropriate court of law with jurisdiction over the matter at the conclusion of the
local emergency or rescission of this ordinance.
B. Violation of this ordinance shall be punishable as set forth in Chapter 2.56 of the
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
C. No other legal remedies available to parties to any foreclosure proceeding are affected
by this order.
4. Mortgagees are strongly encouraged to offer payment plans to mortgagors to avoid
foreclosure after the period of local emergency.
SECTION 65. In accordance with the Governor of the State of California’s Executive Order N-28-
20, this ordinance shall remain in effect until May 31, 2020. In order to prevent inconsistencies, the
Director of Emergency Services may suspend the effectiveness of any provision in this ordinance in
the event that the President of the United States, Congress, Governor of the State of California or
California State Legislature or other body with jurisdiction adopts an order or legislation that
similarly prohibits evictions and foreclosures for failure to pay rent by individuals impacted by the
COVID-19 crisis.
SECTION 67. Severability.
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or word of this ordinance is found to be
unconstitutional or otherwise invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision
shall not affect the remaining provisions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 87. Environmental Review.
The City Council finds that adoption and implementation of this ordinance is not a “project”
for purposes of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as that term is defined
by CEQA guidelines (Guidelines) sections 15061(b)(3), and 15378(b)(5). The effect of the
proposed amendment will be to maintain the status quo. No new development will resul t
from the proposed action. No impact to the physical environment will result. The City
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Council also alternatively finds that the adoption and implementation of this ordinance is
exempt from the provisions of CEQA as an administrative activity by the City of Hermosa
Beach, in furtherance of its police power, that will not result in any direct or indirect
physical change in the environment, per sections 15061(b)(3), and 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA
Guidelines, as well as CEQA Guidelines section 15064(e) (economic regulations).
SECTION 98. Urgency Declaration; Effective Date.
The City Council finds and declares that the adoption and implementation of this ordinance
is necessary for the immediate preservation and protection of the public peace, health and
safety as detailed above and as the City and public would suffer potentially irreversible
displacement of commercial and residential tenants resulting from evictions and
foreclosures for failure to pay rent during the COVID-19 crisis. During this local
emergency, and in the interest of protecting the public health and preventing transmission of
COVID-19, it is essential to avoid unnecessary housing displacement, to protect the City’s
affordable housing stock, and to prevent housed individuals from falling into homelessness,
especially given state and county directives to stay at home. Promoting stability amongst
commercial tenancies is also conducive to public health, allowing businesses to follow the
advice and directives of public health officials to close and allowing employees to avoid
public contact during times of a public health crisis without fear of imminent eviction or
foreclosure. Loss of income as a result of COVID-19 may inhibit City residents and
businesses from fulfilling their financial obligations, including payment of rent and
mortgages. Under Government Code Section 8634 and HBMC Chapter 2.56, this ordinance
is necessary to provide for the protection of life and property for the reasons set out herein.
The Council therefore finds and determines that the immediate preservation of the public
peace, health and safety, and protection of life and property, require that this Ordinance be
enacted as an urgency ordinance pursuant to Government Code section 36937 and take
effect immediately upon adoption by four-fifths of the City Council.
SECTION 109. Certification.
The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause
the same, or the summary thereof, to be published or posted in the manner required by law.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of April, 2020.
________________________________________________________________________
PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, California
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________ _________________________
City Clerk Michael Jenkins, City Attorney
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Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
UPCOMING VACANCIES:
THREE PLANNING COMMISSION TERMS EXPIRE JUNE 30, 2020
AND TWO CIVIL SERVICE BOARD TERMS EXPIRE JULY 15, 2020
(City Manager Suja Lowenthal)
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council direct the City Clerk’s office to immediately advertise the five
upcoming board/commission term expirations and invite applications from all interested parties.
Summary:
Three Planning Commission terms will expire June 30,2020.All three appointments will be for four-
year terms ending June 30,2024.Applicants must be qualified electors of the City (HBMC Section
2.32.010). These seats are currently held by:
PLANNING COMMISSIONER S TERMS
Michael Flaherty
· Initial appointment: 07/24/12 · Re -appointment: 2016 · Term ends: 06/30/20
Marie Rice
·
Initial appointment: 02/09/16 (filled unscheduled vacancy for
a term ending 06/30/16) · Re -appointment: 2016 · Term ends: 06/30/20
David Pedersen
·
Initial appointment: 7/12/16
· Term ends: 06/30/20
Two Civil Service Board terms will expire July 15,2020.Both appointments will be for four-year terms
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Two Civil Service Board terms will expire July 15,2020.Both appointments will be for four-year terms
ending July 15,2024.Applicants must be qualified electors of the City (HBMC Section 2.76.070).
These seats are currently held by:
CIVIL SERVICE BOARD MEMBERS
TERMS
Doug Collins
·
Initial appointment :
07/10/07
(fill ed
unscheduled vacancy for
a term ending 07/15/08)
·
Re-appointment s: 2008, 2012,
2016
·
Term ends: 7/15/20
Mike Schweid
·
Initial appointment: 06/24/08
·
Re -appointment s: 2012 , 2016
·
Term ends: 7/15/20
In addition to e-notifications,the notice inviting applications would be placed on the City’s website,
posted at the customary Civic Center locations,and published twice in the Easy Reader in
conformance with standard practice,with an application filing deadline of 6:00 p.m.,Thursday,May
28, 2020, and a report back to the Council on June 9, 2020 for the scheduling of applicant interviews.
General Plan Consistency:
This report and associated recommendation have been evaluated for their consistency with the City’s
General Plan. Relevant Policy is listed below:
Government Element
Goal 1. A high degree of transparency and integrity in the decision-making process.
·Policy 1.7 Diversity of Representation.Strive to reflect a comprehensive cross-section of the
community in appointments to Commissions and Advisory Committees.
Fiscal Impact:
The estimated cost of two ads in the Easy Reader is $225.Funds are available in the City Clerk’s
Office 2019-20 budget.
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Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
UPDATES FROM CITY COUNCIL AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEES
AND STANDING COMMITTEE DELEGATES/ALTERNATES
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Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council
Regular Meeting of April 14, 2020
TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the tentative future agenda items.
Attachments:
Tentative Future Agenda
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Honorable Mayor and Members Regular Meeting of
of the Hermosa Beach City Council April 14, 2020
TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2020
STUDY SESSION: FY 2020–2021 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
APRIL 28, 2020 @ 6:00 PM INITIAL
DATE CLOSED SESSION
APRIL 28, 2020 @ 7:00 PM
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Council Minutes City Clerk Ongoing
Check Registers Finance Director Ongoing
Revenue Report, Expenditure Report and CIP Report by Project Finance Director Ongoing
City Treasurer’s Report and Cash Balance Report City Treasurer Ongoing
Cancellation of Certain Checks City Treasurer Ongoing
Public Works Project Status Report Public Works Director Ongoing
Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Planning
Commission meeting of April 21, 2020.
Community Development Director Ongoing
Planning Commission Tentative Future Agenda Items Community Development Director Ongoing
Los Angeles Fire Services and McCormick Ambulance Monthly Report for
February 2020
Emergency Management
Coordinator
Ongoing
PUBLIC HEARINGS – 7:30 PM
Public Hearing on the Annual Levy for the Sewer Charge and Engineer’s
Report
Public Works Director Annual
MUNICIPAL MATTERS
Reassess suspension of City fees for restaurant encroachments effective
March 17, 2020.
Finance Director Council Direction
Mar. 24, 2020
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS – CITY COUNCIL
Updates from City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittees and Standing Committee
Delegates/Alternates
Councilmembers Ongoing
OTHER MATTERS – CITY COUNCIL
Tentative Future Agenda City Manager Ongoing
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MAY 12, 2020 @ 6:00 PM INITIAL
DATE CLOSED SESSION
MAY 12, 2020 @ 7:00 PM
PRESENTATIONS
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Council Minutes City Clerk Ongoing
Check Registers Finance Director Ongoing
Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Parks,
Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission meeting of
March 2, 2020
Community Resources Manager Ongoing
Los Angeles Fire Services and McCormick Ambulance Monthly Report
March 2020
Emergency Management
Coordinator
Ongoing
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS – CITY COUNCIL
Updates from City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittees and Standing Committee
Delegates/Alternates
Councilmembers Ongoing
OTHER MATTERS – CITY COUNCIL
Tentative Future Agenda City Manager Ongoing
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2020
STUDY SESSION: FY 2020–2021 BUDGET
MAY 26, 2020 @ 6:00 PM INITIAL
DATE CLOSED SESSION
MAY 26, 2020 @ 7:00 PM
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Council Minutes City Clerk Ongoing
Check Registers Finance Director Ongoing
Revenue Report, Expenditure Report and CIP Report by Project Finance Director Ongoing
City Treasurer’s Report and Cash Balance Report City Treasurer Ongoing
Cancellation of Certain Checks City Treasurer Ongoing
Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Public Works
Commission meeting of January 15, 2020.
Public Works Director Ongoing
Public Works Project Status Report Public Works Director Ongoing
Hermosa Beach Landscaping and Street Lighting District 2020-2021 adoption
of Resolutions regarding the Engineer’s Report and setting June 9, 2020 for a
Public Hearing
Public Works Director Annual
Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Planning
Commission meeting of May 19, 2020.
Community Development Director Ongoing
Planning Commission Tentative Future Agenda Items Community Development Director Ongoing
South Bay Workforce Investment Board Quarterly Summary City Manager Quarterly
Pride Month Resolution or Proclamation? City Manager Staff Request
Mar. 9, 2020
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS – CITY COUNCIL
Updates from City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittees and Standing Committee
Delegates/Alternates
Councilmembers Ongoing
OTHER MATTERS – CITY COUNCIL
Tentative Future Agenda City Manager Ongoing
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2020
STUDY SESSION
JUNE 9, 2020 @ 6:00 PM INITIAL
DATE CLOSED SESSION
JUNE 9, 2020 @ 7:00 PM
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Council Minutes City Clerk Ongoing
Check Registers Finance Director Ongoing
Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Parks,
Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission meeting of May
5, 2020
Community Resources Manager Ongoing
Los Angeles Fire Services and McCormick Ambulance Monthly Report for
April 2020
Emergency Management
Coordinator
Ongoing
Renewal of General Services Agreement between Hermosa Beach and
County of Los Angeles which expires June 30, 2020
Assistant to the City Manager 5-year agreement
PUBLIC HEARINGS – 7:30 PM
Public Hearing – Hermosa Beach Landscaping and Street Lighting District
Fiscal Year 2020-2021
Public Works Director Annual
Adoption of Fiscal year 2020-21 Budget Finance Director Annual
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS – CITY COUNCIL
Vacancies – Planning Commission Term Expirations: Recommendation to
schedule applicant interviews for a time certain prior to the regular meeting of
July 14, 2020 with appointments to follow the regular meeting to fill three
Planning Commission terms that will expire June 30, 2020
City Clerk 4-year terms
Vacancies – Civil Service Board Term Expirations: Recommendation to
schedule applicant interviews for a time certain prior to the regular meeting of
July 28, 2020 with appointments to follow the regular meeting to fill two
Civil Service Board terms that will expire July 15, 2020
City Clerk 4-year terms
Updates from City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittees and Standing Committee
Delegates/Alternates
Councilmembers Ongoing
OTHER MATTERS – CITY COUNCIL
Tentative Future Agenda City Manager Ongoing
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PENDING STRATEGIC PLAN ITEMS STATUS /
TENTATIVE MEETING DATE
Update Personnel Policies Human Resources
Manager
Beach Policy/Regulations (Continued from meeting of October 27, 2016) Community Resources
Manager On hold by Council
Alternative Fuel Transportation Report, Nov. 2016 Environmental Analyst
CCA Direction, Dec. 2016 Environmental Analyst
PENDING NEW ITEMS STATUS /
TENTATIVE MEETING DATE
Consideration of re-establishing, on an as needed basis, both funding and
discretion for the director of Public Works to contract services to pump major
beach storm outfalls drains prior to anticipated major storm events (supported
by Duclos, Armato and Petty)
Initiated by: Other Matters Feb. 14, 2017
Public Works Director Staff to provide an update
on storm drain maintenance
and provide details on
hydrodynamic separators
(CIP 435) at the following
CIP study session
Policy discussion regarding city responsibilities and expectations when
donations are made to city
Initiated by: Council Direction May 24, 2017
Finance Director Will be discussed at the
Revenue Strategy Study
Session
Approval of the Municipal Lease Policy
Initiated by: Staff Request Jun. 12, 2018
Community Resources
Manager
Document Retention Policy
Initiated by: Staff Request Nov. 28, 2018
City Clerk Pending City Clerk
Appointment
Consent for use of “Lot B” for construction staging area for Pier/Strand
project
Initiated by: Staff Request Dec. 17, 2018
Community
Development Director On hold per developer
Landscape and Street Lighting District Assessment Adjustment (mail-in
election authorization)
Initiated by: Council Direction Jul. 9, 2019
Public Works Director Add to Revenue Strategy
Study Session
Final Parcel Map No. 82295 for a two-unit residential condominium project at
1602 Loma Drive.
Initiated by: Staff Request Oct. 10, 2019
Community
Development Director Pending Coastal Development
Permit
Public Records Request Guidelines
Initiated by: Staff Request Oct. 14, 2019
City Clerk/Assistant to
the City Manager
Pending City Clerk
Appointment
Measure H Grant Acceptance/Beach Cities Memorandum of Understanding
Initiated by: Staff Request
Assistant to the City
Manager
Pending action by
City of Manhattan Beach
Emergency Services Municipal Code Chapter 2.56 Update
Initiated by: Staff Request Jan. 15, 2020
Emergency
Management
Coordinator
Waiting for State to review
proposed language changes
Return to Council to discuss a full ban on tobacco sales and to include all
available data related to other communities who have adopted complete bans.
Initiated by: Council Direction Jan. 28, 2020
Community
Development Director Council directed staff to bring
item back in June 2021
Dissolution of Memorandum of Understanding for the Stormwater Infiltration
Project
Initiated by: Staff Request Jan. 29, 2020
Environmental
Programs Manager
Adoption of North School Neighborhood Transportation Management Plan
(NTMP)
Initiated by: Staff Request Feb. 12, 2020
Environmental Analyst
Consideration of Text Amendment to the M-1 Light Manufacturing Zone
including a limited event permit for Cypress District Businesses (continued
from meeting of February 25, 2020)
Initiated by: Staff Request Feb. 25, 2020
Community
Development Director Pending response from FPPC
Approval of the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory
Commission’s Recommended Tennis Court Use Policy; Tennis Membership
Program and Rates; and Updates to Hourly Rental Rates
Initiated by: Staff Request Mar. 9, 2020
Community Resources
Manager
Consideration of forming a joint Subcommittee of the City Council and
Planning Commission to be part of a Zoning Code Assessment Working
Group which would include Stakeholders
Initiated by: Council Direction Mar. 10, 2020
Community
Development
Director/City Manager
Pending formation of Planning
Commission Subcommittee