Seal Beach public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a permit to allow the sale of beer and wine for off-site consumption at an existing convenience store. The application also includes requests for variances regarding required distances from nearby residences and parks. Staff recommends approval of these requests with conditions.

• Conditional Use Permit 23-4 for beer and wine sales at 4000 Lampson Avenue
• Variance 23-1 to reduce distance requirements from residences and parks at 4000 Lampsop Avenue
• Approval of the September 18, 2023, Planning Commission minutes

Council Closed Session

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee organizations. The council will also confer with legal counsel regarding potential litigation and a specific claim filed in March 2023.

• Labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Police Management Association, Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association, and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
• Discussion of one potential litigation case
• Review of a claim from Gwendolyn Clouser dated March 29, 2023

City Council Meeting

The Seal Beach City Council will vote on routine financial approvals, including a $2,332,420 contract for the Lampson Avenue bike lane project and a $162,891 grant for a microtransit pilot program. These actions fund local infrastructure improvements and transportation options for residents. Staff will also present a water and sewer rate study, with a public hearing on proposed new utility rates scheduled for February 12, 2024. Finally, the council will reorganize leadership positions for 2024.

• Award $2,332,420 contract to Sequel Contractors, Inc. for the Lampson Avenue Bike Lane Gap Closure Project, CIP ST1811
• Accept $162,891 grant from South Coast Air Quality Management District for the Seal Beach Microtransit Service Pilot Program
• Terminate Standard Agreement with Orange County Sanitation District for sewer connection charges
• Approve Amendment No. 1 with Alexander’s Contract Services, Inc., extending water meter reading pilot and increasing compensation by $28,800 to a revised total not-to-exceed of $71,618.40
• Set public hearing for February 12, 2024 regarding proposed new water and sewer rates following a rate study presentation

Special EQCB Meeting

The Environmental Quality Control Board is holding a scoping meeting regarding the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Housing Element Update and Zoning Code Update. Staff will collect public input to identify actions, alternatives, and mitigation measures to be analyzed in the report.

• Scoping meeting for the Housing Element Update and Zoning Code Update EIR

Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will review a presentation regarding parking finance and discuss options from Dixon Resources. Members will also consider a recommendation to the City Council concerning paid parking on Main Street.

• Parking Finance Presentation
• Discussion of parking options from Dixon Resources
• Recommendation for paid parking on Main Street

Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee

The Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss parking survey results. The committee will also receive and file the minutes from the October 12, 2023 meeting.

• Parking Survey Results
• Filing of October 12, 2023 Committee Minutes

Council Closed Session

The City Council will meet in closed session to conduct conferences with labor negotiators regarding several employee organizations. The Council will also confer with legal counsel regarding potential litigation exposure and pending product liability litigation.

• Labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Police Management Association, Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association, and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one potential case involving significant exposure to litigation
• Conference with legal counsel regarding Aqueous Film-Forming Foams Product Liability Litigation

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several routine items, including the ratification of an emergency water line repair on Seal Beach Boulevard. The Council also plans to deny a request to change land use from residential to commercial at 328 13th Street.

• Ratification of $256,456.15 for emergency Seal Beach Boulevard waterline repair
• Denial of General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for 328 13th Street
• Adoption of Resolution 7463 for Homeland Security Grant Program reimbursement
• Amendment to Valverde Construction agreement increasing compensation by $450,000
• Recognition of the Woman’s Club of Seal Beach 100th Anniversary

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will meet to consider scheduled matters regarding beach volleyball courts and a new 16-inch softball league. The meeting also includes opportunities for oral communications and staff updates.

• Beach Volleyball Courts
• New 16 inch Softball League

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a General Plan and Zone Change for the property at 328 13th Street. The proposal seeks to change the land use from Residential High-Density to General Commercial to redevelop an existing Chevron gas station.

• General Plan Amendment 19-1 for 328 13th Street
• Grant application for California Coastal Commission Local Coastal Program Planning
• Contract amendment with Dixon Resources Unlimited for $25,650 increase
• Zone change for 324 13th Street from RHD-20 to RHD-33

Council Closed Session

The Seal Beach City Council will hold a closed session meeting to conduct conferences with labor negotiators. The session involves discussions with several employee organizations, including police and management associations.

• Conference with labor negotiator regarding Police Officers Association
• Conference with labor negotiator regarding Police Management Association
• Conference with labor negotiator regarding Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association
• Conference with labor negotiator regarding Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association

Zoning Code Community Meeting

The community meeting is being held to discuss the city's zoning code. The session will be open to the public in person and via remote broadcast.

• Zoning Code Community Meeting

Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee

The Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss two-hour parking limits, a parking survey, and an update on the outreach plan. The committee will also receive and file minutes from the September 27, 2023 meeting.

• Two-Hour Parking Limit Discussion
• Parking Survey
• Outreach Plan Update
• Review of September 27, 2023 meeting minutes

SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITIZEN-COUNCIL PARKING ADVISORY AD HOC COMMITTEE

The Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee will meet to review committee items including a community outreach plan and timeline. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a parking survey, in lieu parking fees, and license plate reader data.

• Community Outreach Plan and Timeline
• Parking Survey
• Presentation: In Lieu Parking Fees
• License Plate Reader (LPR) Data
• Coastal Development Permit Cover Letter

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will approve the agenda and discuss routine matters including staff updates and public communications.

• No specific rezonings or ordinances proposed

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider new safety standards for Code Enforcement Officers and several contract amendments regarding parking enforcement technology. The agenda also includes accepting the completion of emergency pier repairs and reviewing funding for oil spill response equipment.

• Adoption of Code Enforcement Officer Safety Standards
• Acceptance of $1,265,484.08 for Seal Beach Pier Emergency Repair completion
• Agreement to accept oil spill response equipment funding from CDFW
• Amendment to PCS Mobile contract increasing compensation by $8,400.00
• Rejection of all bids for Lampson Avenue Bike Lane Gap Closure

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Minor Use Permit for an animal hospital. The proposal seeks to allow a 2,400 square foot facility at 12410-A Seal Beach Boulevard.

• Minor Use Permit 23-6: 2,400 square foot animal hospital at 12410-A Seal Beach Boulevard
• Approval of the September 5, 2023 Planning Commission Minutes

CITIZEN-COUNCIL PARKING ADVISORY AD HOC COMMITTEE

The Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee will meet to establish its leadership and meeting format. The committee will also review a presentation on parking fundamentals and a community outreach plan regarding paid parking considerations for Main Street.

• Appointment of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Presentation on Seal Beach parking background and fundamentals
• Community Outreach Plan for Main Street Paid Parking Consideration
• Supplemental communication from Julie Dixon, Parking Consultant

Council Closed Session

The Seal Beach City Council will hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel. The discussion involves significant exposure to litigation and a request for a third tolling agreement from the BKK Working Group BKK Landfill.

• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding potential liability
• Review of request for Third Tolling Agreement from BKK Working Group BKK Landfill

The City Council met in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding potential liability and a request for a third tolling agreement from BKK Working Group concerning the BKK Landfill in West Covina, California. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several items on the consent calendar, including an ordinance amendment for accessory dwelling units. The meeting also includes proclamations for Hunger Action Month and Service Dog Month.

• Ordinance 1706: Amendment to municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• $160,600 agreement with Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc. for Housing Element Update
• $85,598.58 compensation extension for HVAC maintenance with ACCO Engineered Systems, Inc.
• Emergency animal veterinary services contract with Pacific Care Pet Emergency up to $40,000
• Covenant recording for 4197 Ironwood Avenue under the Surplus Land Act

The City Council approved several professional services agreements, including a housing element update and emergency veterinary services. The Council also adopted an ordinance regarding accessory dwelling units and ratified four resident appointments to the Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee.

• Adopted Ordinance 1706 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (5-0)
• Approved $160,600 agreement with Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc. for Housing Element Update (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Expedia Inc. (5-0)
• Approved HVAC maintenance amendment with ACCO Engineered Systems Inc. for $85,598.58 (5-0)
• Approved signal synchronization agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority (5-0)
• Approved emergency animal veterinary services contract with Pacific Care Pet Emergency up to $40,000 (5-0)
• Approved Surplus Land Act Covenant for 4197 Ironwood Avenue (5-0)
• Ratified four resident appointments to the Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a request to reconstruct an automobile service station and add a convenience store at 1300 E. Pacific Coast Highway. The commission will also review a permit for an 8,100 square foot medical/dermatology clinic on Seal Beach Boulevard.

• Reconstruction of automobile service station and new convenience store at 1300 E. Pacific Coast Highway, 328 13th Street, and 324 13th Street
• Proposed General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for 328 13th Street and 324 13th Street
• Request for a medical/dermatology clinic at 13900-A Seal Beach Boulevard
• Approval of July 17, 2023 Planning Commission Minutes

Council Closed Session

The Seal Beach City Council will hold a closed session meeting on August 14, 2023. The session includes a conference with legal counsel concerning existing litigation involving Southern California Edison Company v. California State Board of Equalization.

• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding Southern California Edison Company v. California State Board of Equalization (Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2023-01328239-CU-MC-CXC)

The City Council met in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. No public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Conferred with legal counsel regarding Southern California Edison Company v. California State Board of Equalization (Case No. 30-2023-01328239-CU-MC-CXC)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the municipal code for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior ADUs. The agenda also includes several contract awards for landscape maintenance, asphalt repair, and a tennis and pickleball center improvement project.

• Public hearing for Zone Text Amendment 23-1 regarding ADU and JADU regulations
• $2,035,500 contract award to OrangeBlue General Contractors for Tennis and Pickleball Center improvements
• $848,020.57 annual contract for city-wide landscape maintenance with BrightView Landscape Services
• $330,000 agreement with Petrochem Materials Innovation for asphalt maintenance
• Appointment of residents to the Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee

The City Council approved several maintenance and infrastructure contracts, including a major improvement project for the Tennis and Pickleball Center. The Council also ratified appointments to a parking advisory committee and designated voting delegates for a state conference.

• Approved $2,035,500 contract to Asad Holdings LLC for Tennis and Pickleball Center Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved $848,020.57 annual contract with BrightView Landscape Services for city-wide maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $330,000 asphalt maintenance agreement with Petrochem Materials Innovation (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 agreement with Southern California Precisions for sidewalk trip hazard removal (5-0)
• Ratified 4 resident appointments to the Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Tim Rathmann to the Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
• Designated Mayor Thomas Moore and Council Member Steele as voting delegates for the 2023 Cal Cities Conference (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7434 approving the Joint Powers Agreement for Integrated Law & Justice Agency for Orange County (5-0)

Council Closed Session

The City Council will hold a closed session to conduct negotiations regarding real property at 4197 Ironwood Avenue. The council will also confer with legal counsel regarding the Beach House at the River, LLC v. City of Seal Beach lawsuit.

• Real property negotiations for 4197 Ironwood Avenue, Seal Beach, CA 90740
• Negotiation of price and terms of payment with Presidio West Investments, LLC
• Legal conference regarding Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2023-01314997-CU-MC-CJC

The City Council met in closed session to conduct conferences regarding a property negotiation and legal counsel. No public votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Held conference with real property negotiators regarding 4197 Ironwood Avenue
• Held conference with legal counsel regarding Beach House at the River, LLC v. City of Long Beach

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider establishing a Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee to provide recommendations on Main Street parking and other city improvements. The agenda also includes approving annual special taxes for several community facilities districts.

• Establishment of a Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee
• Acceptance of $425,576 payment for 2022 Environmental Cleanup Program Project
• Public hearing to adjust bidding thresholds for Public Works contracts to $40,232
• Approval of annual special taxes for Seal Beach Blvd./Lampson Ave. Landscape Maintenance District
• Approval of annual special taxes for Heron Pointe and Pacific Gateway Business Center districts

The City Council created a parking advisory committee to provide recommendations on Main Street paid parking and general city parking improvements. The council also adjusted public works bidding thresholds and approved a special tax levy for a landscape maintenance district.

• Established Citizen Council Parking Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee (3-2)
• Adjusted Public Works bidding and City Manager contract thresholds to $40,232 (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 special tax levy for CFD No. 2002-02 Seal Beach Blvd./Lampson Ave. Landscape Maintenance District (5-0)
• Accepted 2022 Environmental Cleanup Program Project (CIP SD2201) from G2 Construction, Inc. for $425,576 (5-0)
• Approved June 26, 2023 City Council Minutes (5-0)
• Ratified July 24, 2023 Demands on City Treasury for Fiscal Year 2024 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a beer and wine permit for a restaurant on Pacific Coast Highway and citywide updates to accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations. Staff recommends approval for both items.

• Conditional Use Permit 23-2: allow beer and wine sales at 550 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 107
• Zone Text Amendment 23-1: update municipal code regarding ADUs and JADUs citywide
• Approval of June 5, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider a request to establish a Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee to review the city's parking management program. The agenda also includes several contract amendments, including updates for animal control services and the I-405 Improvement Project.

• Establishment of a Citizen-Council Parking Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee
• Agreement with Westminster Adoption Group and Services (WAGS) for animal shelter services up to $72,000 per year
• $200,000 from OCTA for the I-405 Improvement Project
• Contract for Leisure World Bathroom Accessibility Program using $76,396 in housing funds
• Amendment to NV5, Inc. agreement for temporary staffing increased by $50,000

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss establishing an Ad Hoc Parking Committee to evaluate a proposed paid parking program for the Main Street area. The agenda also includes several contract approvals, including a new VoIP telephone system for all city facilities.

• Proposal to create an Ad Hoc Parking Committee to review the Main Street parking program
• Agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc. for $420,000 in building division staffing services
• Approval of a new VoIP telephone system not to exceed $71,660.14 for the initial term
• Agreement with Holistic System Integration Solutions for IT services totaling $45,760
• Adoption of Ordinance 1705 regarding updated Police Department military equipment use policy

The City Council adopted Resolution 7411 to amend Council Rules of Procedures. Several professional service agreements were approved via the consent calendar and new business, including a new citywide VoIP telephone system. A request to establish an Ad Hoc Parking Committee was tabled for further discussion.

• Adopted Resolution 7411 to amend City Council Rules of Procedures (5-0)
• Tabled request to establish Ad Hoc Parking Committee for Main Street paid parking
• Adopted Ordinance 1705 updating Police Department Military Equipment Use Policy
• Approved $420,000 agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc. for building staffing
• Approved $45,760 agreement with Holistic System Integration Solutions for IT services
• Ratified $59,171.36 in expenditures related to Beach House at the River, LLC lease
• Approved $82,415 agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. for water/wastewater planning
• Approved $71,660.14 for a new citywide VoIP telephone system via ICS Intelesys and GoTo

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two Minor Use Permit applications. These requests involve constructing architectural gate structures that exceed the maximum allowed height of 3 feet, 6 inches within front yard setbacks.

• Minor Use Permit 23-4: Request for a gate structure at 325 Seal Beach Boulevard
• Minor Use Permit 23-5: Request for a gate structure at 4864 Ironwood Avenue
• Approval of the May 15, 2023, Planning Commission Minutes

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2023. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Heather Park play area improvements and the skate park.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2023
• Heather Park Play Area Improvements
• Skate Park Discussion

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget. The Council also plans to move from a Level 2 to a Level 0 water supply shortage status.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget
• Rescinding the Level 2 Water Supply Shortage declaration
• Ordinance 1704 to regulate the use of mobility devices
• $240,000 three-year agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. for permit review services
• Renewal of prosecution services agreement with Orange County District Attorney through 2028

The City Council approved the 2023-24 budget, set the appropriations limit, and authorized the cost recovery schedule. The council also adopted an ordinance to regulate mobility devices and reduced the water supply shortage level from Level 2 to Level 0.

• Adopted Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget (5-0)
• Reduced water supply shortage from Level 2 to Level 0 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1704 to regulate mobility devices (5-0)
• Approved $240,000 total contract with Interwest Consulting Group for permit review (5-0)
• Approved 5-year renewal of prosecution services agreement with Orange County District Attorney (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7402 for Senate Bill 1 road repair project funding (5-0)
• Approved training partnership contract with Rancho Santiago Community College District for lifeguards (5-0)
• Confirmed assessments for Street Lighting Assessment District No. 1 for FY 2023-2024 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a minor use permit for a new Pilates studio. They will also review a request for an automobile service station reconstruction and convenience store addition.

• Minor Use Permit 23-3: Pilates Studio at 12830 Seal Beach Boulevard, Suite B
• Conditional Use Permit 19-7 & Variance 22-1: Automobile Service Station and Convenience Store at 1300 E. Pacific Coast Highway, 328 13th Street, and 324 13th Street
• General Plan Amendment 19-1 and Zone Change 19-1 for 328 13th Street

Council Closed Session

The Seal Beach City Council will hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel. The discussion concerns pending litigation involving Beach House at the River, LLC v. City of Seal Beach.

• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2023-01314997-CU-MC-CJC

The City Council held a closed session meeting to confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation. The case is Beach House at the River, LLC v. City of Seal Beach, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2023-01314997-CU-MC-CJC. No decisions or votes were reported in the minutes.

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider Ordinance 1704 to add regulations for e-bikes and other mobility devices in public areas. The meeting also includes a presentation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and an amendment to a professional services agreement for sewer pump station improvements.

• Introduction of Ordinance 1704 to regulate e-bikes and mobility devices
• Amendment to Ardurra Group, Inc. agreement for Sewer Pump Station #35 Improvements
• Presentation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Seal Beach Pickleball Association Report
• Ratification of Demands on City Treasury for Fiscal Year 2023

The City Council introduced Ordinance 1704 to regulate the operation of e-bikes and other mobility devices on public areas to address safety issues. The Council also approved several consent calendar items, including a professional services agreement amendment for sewer pump station improvements.

• Introduced Ordinance 1704 to regulate e-bikes and mobility devices (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. for Sewer Pump Station #35 Improvements (5-0)
• Approved April 24, 2023 City Council minutes (5-0)
• Ratified Demands on City Treasury for Fiscal Year 2023 (5-0)
• Received and filed report of City Manager and Department Heads Authorized Contracts (5-0)
• Received and filed Annual Audit Reports for fiscal year ended June 30, 2022 (5-0)

Special City Council Meeting - CIP

The City Council will hold a workshop regarding the Capital Improvement Program budget. The session includes a continuation of the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget and a review of the five year financial forecast.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget
• Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program Budget
• 5 Year Financial Forecast

The Seal Beach City Council held a budget workshop on May 2, 2023, focusing on the proposed FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and 5-Year Financial Forecast. Council members discussed and received clarification on the CIP budget and future programs. There was council consensus to use Revitalization Plan funding and accept Proposal One for the 5-Year Financial Forecast as presented by staff. No formal votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Council reached consensus to utilize Revitalization Plan funding for the 5-Year Financial Forecast.
• Council reached consensus to accept Proposal One for the 5-Year Financial Forecast as presented by staff.

Special City Council Meeting - Operating Budget

The City Council is conducting a workshop to review the proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. This special meeting is part of a larger budget workshop process.

• Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating Budget

The City Council conducted a budget workshop to review the draft Proposed Budget for FY 2023-24. City staff presented a balanced budget and department-specific plans. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded during this session.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a Minor Use Permit for an outdoor dining and seating area at 101 Main Street, Suite N. The request is for an existing coffee house/desert shop located within the Main Street Specific Plan area.

• Minor Use Permit 23-02: Outdoor dining and seating at 101 Main Street, Suite N

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will hold elections for the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson positions for 2023. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Summer 2023 Movie in the Park events.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2023
• Summer 2023 Movie in the Park Events

Council Closed Session

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss legal matters and property negotiations. Topics include a landfill settlement agreement, utility easement negotiations, labor negotiations, and pending litigation.

• Litigation discussion regarding Former BKK Main Street Landfill in Carson DTSC Settlement Agreement
• Negotiation of underground utility easements at 12800 Seal Beach Boulevard and APNs 217-361-01, 217-361-03, and 217-371-09
• Labor negotiations with Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
• Pending litigation: Beach House at the River, LLC v. City of Seal Beach

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss legal and labor matters. The minutes record the topics discussed, but no final decisions or vote outcomes were listed.

• Discussed DTSC Settlement Agreement regarding Former BKK Main Street Landfill
• Discussed underground utility easements at 12800 Seal Beach Boulevard with OCTA, Southern California Edison, and Frontier Communications
• Conferred with labor negotiators for Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
• Discussed Beach House at the River, LLC v. City of Seal Beach litigation

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider several administrative actions including a public hearing on reasonable accommodation appeals and the adoption of an updated Emergency Operations Plan. Additionally, the council will hold a joint study session with the Planning Commission regarding zoning code changes for the Housing Element.

• Lampson Avenue Bike Lane Gap Closure construction management agreement ($110,252)
• California Energy Commission Grant for automated solar permitting system ($40,000)
• Water Quality Analyses and Sampling Services agreement ($41,700 per year)
• Public hearing regarding Reasonable Accommodation 22-1 appeal
• Short-Term Rental Program fees and cost recovery fee schedule updates

The City Council approved several professional services agreements, including construction management for a bike lane gap closure and water quality sampling. The Council also authorized the city to receive a $40,000 grant for a solar permitting system.

• Approved $110,252 contract with Southstar Engineering and Consulting, Inc. for Lampson Avenue Bike Lane Gap Closure (5-0)
• Approved $125,100 three-year contract with Sierra Analytical Labs, Inc. for water quality analyses (5-0)
• Authorized receipt of $40,000 California Energy Commission grant for automated solar permitting (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 to Cooperative Agreement with OCTA for 1-405 Improvement Project (5-0)
• Authorized five underground utility easements with Southern California Edison for the 1-405 project
• Approved minutes from March 17, March 27, and April 4 meetings (5-0)

Special Meeting of the City Council - Strategic Planning Workshop

The City Council convened a special workshop to review accomplishments and challenges. The session focused on discussing effective governance and establishing top priorities for fiscal year 2023-24.

• Discussion of effective governance and governing norms
• Establishment of top priorities for FY 2023-24
• Review of key accomplishments and challenges

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two permit requests. These include an expansion of a drive-through lane at 12101 Seal Beach Boulevard and new sidewalk seating for a cafe at 101 Main Street.

• Conditional Use Permit 22-6: Expanding drive-through from one to two lanes at 12101 Seal Beach Boulevard
• Minor Use Permit 23-2: Allowing outdoor sidewalk seating at 101 Main Street, Suite N
• Approval of March 20, 2023, Planning Commission Minutes

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider appointing a representative to the Recreation and Parks Commission for District Five. The agenda also includes a contract for an environmental impact report and participation in nationwide opioid litigation settlements.

• Appointment of Ivan Painschab to the Recreation and Parks Commission
• Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International Inc.
• Participation in Nationwide Opioid Litigation Settlement Agreements
• Contract for Professional Services with Stantec Consulting Services for $392,254 plus a 5 percent contingency ($411,867 total)
• 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report

The City Council approved participation in a national opioid settlement and awarded a contract for an Environmental Impact Report. The council also appointed a new member to the Recreation and Parks Commission and extended a professional services agreement.

• Appointed Ivan Painschab to the Recreation and Parks Commission (5-0)
• Approved participation in Nationwide Opioid Litigation Settlement Agreements and adopted Resolution 7390 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7389 extending the Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International Inc. by two years (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7388 for a Professional Services Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services for $392,254 plus a 5% contingency, totaling $411,867 (5-0)
• Received and filed the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report (5-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023 City Council minutes (5-0)
• Ratified Demands on City Treasury for Fiscal Year 2023 (5-0)

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Commission will conduct a reorganization to elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2023. Additionally, the body will receive an update regarding Senior Services.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2023
• Senior Services Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2023. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding residential remodel requests at 113 11th Street and 50 A Surfside Avenue.

• Election of a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2023
• Conditional Use Permit 23-01: interior remodel and second story addition at 113 11th Street
• Minor Use Permit 23-01: roof access structure height increase at 50 A Surfside Avenue

Special Closed Session Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed session meeting to confer with legal counsel. The discussion involves one potential case regarding a use of force incident involving the Seal Beach Police Department.

• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding a potential case involving a Seal Beach Police Department use of force incident

The City Council met in a special closed session to confer with legal counsel. The session focused on one potential case involving a use of force incident with the Seal Beach Police Department. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

• Discussed potential litigation regarding a Seal Beach Police Department use of force incident

Council Closed Session

The City Council will meet in closed session to confer with the labor negotiator regarding employee organizations and to discuss anticipated litigation involving a claim on a lease of City-owned property at 15 First Street.

• Conference with labor negotiator for employee organizations: Orange County Employees Association, Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association, and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation from a claim on a lease of City-owned property at 15 First Street

The City Council held a closed session to confer with labor negotiators and legal counsel. No public decisions or vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

City Council Meeting

The Seal Beach City Council will vote on several consent calendar items, including a new three-year labor contract with the Orange County Employees Association (OCEA), approval of the FY 2023-2024 West Orange County Water Board budget, and a $412,500 public works agreement for the 2022 Environmental Cleanup Program. The council will also consider appointments to city boards and commissions for Districts One, Three, and Five, and a resolution supporting the Iranian-American community.

• Adopt Resolution 7383 approving MOU with OCEA for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025
• Adopt Resolution 7384 approving FY 2023-2024 West Orange County Water Board budget of $1,557,000; city's share $211,354
• Award $412,500 public works contract to G2 Construction for 2022 Environmental Cleanup Program (CIP SD2201)
• Award three-year professional services agreement to NV5, Inc. for on-call inspection services, up to $1,448,000
• Approve $411,867 contract with Stantec Consulting Services for an Environmental Impact Report

The City Council appointed 11 representatives to various city boards, commissions, and committees for Districts One, Three, and Five. The Council also approved several public works contracts and a memorandum of understanding with the Orange County Employees Association.

• Appointed 11 representatives to city boards, commissions, and committees (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Orange County Employees Association for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025 (5-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved FY2023-2024 West Orange County Water Board budget of $1,557,000 (5-0)
• Awarded $412,500 public works agreement to G2 Construction, Inc. for 2022 Environmental Cleanup Program Project (5-0)
• Awarded professional services agreement to NV5, Inc. for on-call inspection services not to exceed $1,448,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 7387 supporting the Iranian-American community and condemning violence by the government of Iran (5-0)
• Tabled contract with Stantec Consulting Services for an Environmental Impact Report until March 27, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 City Council minutes (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will declare the results of the January 31 run-off election, swear in newly elected members Lisa Landau (District 3) and Nathan Steele (District 5), and then reorganize by selecting a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore for 2023. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as minutes, payments, and several contracts, notably a $219,240 agreement for Tennis Center project management and a $150,000 increase for asphalt repair services.

• Declare results of Districts 3 and 5 run-off election and swear in Lisa Landau and Nathan Steele
• Council reorganization and selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore for 2023
• Award $219,240 professional services agreement to Anser Advisory Management for Tennis Center Improvement Project (CIP BG2105)
• Increase asphalt maintenance contract with Hardy & Harper by $150,000 to a total not-to-exceed $450,000
• Approve purchase of .223/5.56mm ammunition for police rifles under military equipment use policy

The City Council elected Council Member Moore as Mayor and Schelly Sustarsic as Mayor Pro Tem. The Council also approved multiple professional service agreements for traffic signals, tennis center improvements, and asphalt repair, as well as the purchase of police ammunition.

• Elected Council Member Moore as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected Schelly Sustarsic as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Accepted Seal Beach Boulevard Traffic Signal Synchronization project for $246,646 (5-0)
• Awarded Anser Advisory Management, LLC contract for Tennis Center Improvement Project not to exceed $219,240 (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to sign letter of support for SB 44 regarding fentanyl trafficking (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 for Hardy & Harper, Inc. asphalt maintenance, increasing total contract to $450,000 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of .223/5.56mm ammunition for Police Department (5-0)

Environmental Quality Control Board (EQCB)

The Environmental Quality Control Board will hold a public scoping meeting to receive input on the range of actions, alternatives, and potential environmental effects to be analyzed in the Environmental Impact Report for the Old Ranch Country Club Specific Plan Project. No decisions are being made at this meeting.

• EIR scoping meeting for Old Ranch Country Club Specific Plan Project
• Public comment period on environmental analysis scope

Council Closed Session

The Seal Beach City Council is meeting in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with three employee organizations, property negotiations for 15 First Street with Beach House at the River, LLC, and the appointment of a City Attorney. No public decisions are expected during this session.

• Conference with labor negotiator regarding Orange County Employees Association, Seal Beach Supervisors & Professionals Association, and Mid-Management and Confidential Employees Association
• Conference with real property negotiators for 15 First Street with Beach House at the River, LLC
• Public employee appointment for City Attorney position

The City Council met in closed session to discuss labor negotiations, a real property matter, and a public employee appointment. The minutes do not record any final votes or decisions made during these discussions.

• Discussed labor negotiations with OCEA, SBSPA, and MMCEA
• Discussed terms for property at 15 First Street with Beach House at the River, LLC
• Discussed appointment of City Attorney

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider consent items including approval of minutes, demands on treasury, and adoption of Ordinance 1703 on electronic campaign finance filing. Notable new business includes declaring 4197 Ironwood Avenue as surplus property. The most significant item is a $1.6 million emergency repair package for the Seal Beach Pier following storm damage.

• Emergency pier repairs: $1,083,624 to Jilk Heavy Construction, $217,336 to Anser Advisory Management, plus up to $300,000 in additional work
• Budget amendment BA #23-08-01 for $1,600,960 for pier emergency repairs
• Budget amendment BA #23-08-02 for $65,000 for LED Chevron signs at Seal Beach Boulevard and Westminster Avenue
• Professional services agreement with NV5, Inc. for up to $100,000 in temporary staffing assistance
• Declaration of 4197 Ironwood Avenue as surplus property

The City Council approved several consent items, including emergency funding for pier repairs and a new campaign finance filing ordinance. The Council also declared the property at 4197 Ironwood Avenue as surplus land.

• Approved $1,600,960 for emergency pier repairs, including contracts with Anser Advisory Management ($217,336) and Jilk Heavy Construction ($1,083,624) (5-0)
• Declared 4197 Ironwood Avenue as surplus land (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 1703 regarding electronic filing of campaign finance and economic interest statements (5-0)
• Approved $65,000 for LED Chevron Signs at Seal Beach Boulevard and Westminster Avenue (5-0)
• Awarded $100,000 professional services agreement to NV5, Inc. for temporary staffing (5-0)
• Approved 3-year uniform agreement with Boardriders Wholesale for lifeguards, not to exceed $27,184.25 annually (5-0)
• Approved Third Amendment to Legal Services Agreement with Richards, Watson & Gershon (5-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 City Council minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance and reasonable accommodation request for three previously constructed accessory structures and a carport at 1733 Catalina Avenue. Staff recommends denying the variance and partially denying the reasonable accommodation, allowing some encroachments with conditions but rejecting the carport. The item is the only substantive business on the agenda.

• Variance 22-2 to allow encroachments into rear and side yard setbacks for three accessory structures and a carport at 1733 Catalina Avenue
• Reasonable Accommodation 22-1 for the same structures, with staff recommending partial approval and denial of the carport
• Staff recommends Resolution No. 23-02 denying the variance and Resolution No. 23-01 partially denying the reasonable accommodation
• Property is in the Residential Low Density (RLD-9) zone

Council Closed Session

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss three real property negotiations: 4197 Ironwood (terms of sale), 15 First Street (terms with Beach House at the River, LLC), and the Seal Beach Pier boat ramp (terms with DCOR, LLC). They will also consider the appointment, employment, or evaluation of the City Attorney. No public decisions are expected during this session.

• Negotiations for sale of 4197 Ironwood, Seal Beach
• Negotiations for terms at 15 First Street with Beach House at the River, LLC
• Negotiations for terms at Seal Beach Pier boat ramp with DCOR, LLC
• Closed session discussion on City Attorney appointment/employment/evaluation

The City Council met in closed session to conduct conferences regarding real property negotiations and a public employee matter. The minutes record the topics discussed but do not list any final decisions or vote outcomes.

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider ratifying a local emergency proclamation related to extreme storm events and flooding issued on January 17, 2023. They will also introduce an ordinance requiring electronic filing of campaign disclosure statements and adopt a second reading of an ordinance permitting short-term rentals in residential zones. Other items include rejecting bids for a tennis and pickleball center project and approving a utility agreement with OCTA for the I-405 improvement project.

• Ratification of local emergency proclamation for storms and flooding (Resolution 7368)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 1701 to permit and regulate short-term rentals in residential zones
• Rejecting all bids for Tennis and Pickleball Center Improvement Project, CIP BG2105
• Approving utility agreement with OCTA for I-405 Improvement Project for new waterline construction
• Professional services agreement with Charles Abbott and Associates for $15,000 for community development software

The City Council ratified a local emergency proclamation regarding extreme storm events and tides. The council also adopted an ordinance regulating short-term rentals in residential zones and approved several professional service agreements.

• Ratified Proclamation of Local Emergency relating to storms and flooding (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1701 to permit and regulate short-term rentals in residential zones (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for the Tennis and Pickleball Center Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 Professional Services Agreement with Charles Abbott and Associates (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement for Public Works Director Iris Lee (5-0)
• Approved utility agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for I-405 project (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1703 for electronic FPPC filing and approved NetFile, Inc. agreement (5-0)
• Approved January 9, 2023 City Council Minutes (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed zone text amendment to regulate short-term rentals, and consider introducing Ordinance 1701. The consent calendar includes approval of a $74,000/year contract with CivicStone for bathroom accessibility at Leisure World, acceptance of $300,000 in CDBG funds for the same program, and approval of a new employment agreement for Chief of Police Michael Henderson.

• Public hearing on a Zone Text Amendment for Short Term Rentals, with introduction of Ordinance 1701
• Professional Services Agreement with CivicStone, Inc. for $74,000/year for three years for Leisure World Bathroom Accessibility Program
• Temporary expansion of Bathroom Accessibility Program via $300,000 Community Development Block Grant from Orange County
• Approval of employment agreement for Chief of Police Michael Henderson effective November 27, 2022
• Professional service agreements for land management software: $41,000 with Infinity Technologies and $47,466 amendment with Tyler Technologies

The City Council approved several consent calendar items, including a $74,000 project management agreement for bathroom accessibility and the employment agreement for Police Chief Michael Henderson. A public hearing was held regarding short-term rentals, but the item was continued. The council also approved various software and professional service agreements.

• Approved $74,000 per year for 3 years for CivicStone, Inc. for Leisure World Bathroom Accessibility project management (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 in Federal CDBG funds for Bathroom Accessibility Program (5-0)
• Approved ongoing participation in County of Orange Housing and Community Development Program for 2023-2026 (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement for Police Chief Michael Henderson (5-0)
• Approved $41,000 agreement with Infinity Technologies for land management software (5-0)
• Approved $47,466 expenditure increase for Tyler Technologies software (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment of $28,800 for Complete Paperless Solutions (5-0)
• Continued Item L regarding Short Term Rental Zone Text Amendment (5-0)