HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-06-09 - MINUTES - JOINT REG (2)QD
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
' City Council / Board of Library Trustees and
City Council Acting as the Governing Board of the Successor Agency to the
Former Santa Clarita Redevelopment Agency
Joint Regular Meeting
— Minutes —
Tuesday, June 9, 2015 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
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INVOCATION
Councilmember Weste delivered the invocation.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar called to order the regular joint meeting of the City Council/Board of
Library Trustees and City Council Acting as the Governing Board of the Successor Agency to
the Former Santa Clarita Redevelopment Agency at 6:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present with the exception of Councilmember Acosta and Mayor
McLean. Mayor McLean arrived at 6:35 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
' Councilmember Weste led the flag salute.
EXECUTIVE MEETING
This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further
information that may be needed. Council will also discuss each individual item during the course
of the meeting with the exception of the Consent Calendar, which may be approved in its entirety
by one motion, unless there is a request to pull an item for discussion. No action will be taken on
public agenda items during the Executive Meeting.
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Motion by Boydston, second by Weste to approve the agenda, pulling item 4 for public
comment and item 6 for public comment and a separate vote.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
Councilmember Weste introduced Kelly Behle, City Librarian, who presented information on the
Santa Clarita Public Library 2015 Summer Reading Program and presented Council with
Summer Reading Program T-shirts.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
' Addressing the Council was Steve Petzold regarding Creekside Drive; Cam Noltemeyer
regarding High Speed Rail and chloride issues; and Douglas Fraser regarding Chapter 6.02 of the
Santa Clarita Municipal Code.
Written comment cards were received from Ray Henry regarding Chapter 6.02 of the Santa '
Clarita Municipal Code and Mahmoud Hamid regarding closing of the Santa Clarita Valley
Adult Health Day Care Center.
STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Ken Striplin commented regarding the City Council's numerous efforts concerning
matters related to the proposed route of the California High Speed Rail; indicated the City's goal
is to bring the Mobile Home Park Ordinance back to the City Council on June 23, 2015; and
commented that staff would relay Mr. Petzold's suggestion to the auto dealers.
Councilmember Weste made comment indicating she does not have any non-profit
organizations, has not had any previous non-profit organizations, and all organizations she serves
with or for is only in the capacity as a volunteer.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Boydston congratulated the Boys & Girls Club on a successful auction;
commented on speaking at the High Speed Rail Authority meeting and represented the Council's
opposition to above ground lines; and invited residents to attend the Santa Clara River Trail
Phase -3 completion celebration at the River Village Park on June 23, 2015.
Councilmember Weste congratulated Congregation Beth Shalom for their new Synagogue
opening; congratulated Hart High School and Santa Clarita Christian School baseball teams and
the West Ranch School softball team for all playing in CIF championships; and commented on
the City's efforts to secure Prop 1 Grants for the water bond to benefit the community by using a
comprehensive approach in recycled water, working with Castaic Lake Water Agency and the
Santa Clarita Valley Sanitation District.
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar commented regarding the Mormon Helping Hands event on May 30,
where 200-300 volunteers assisted in the clean-up of Whites Canyon; commented on
participating in the SCAQMD gas lawnmower exchange program; and commented on Bergies
Bar and Grill in Canyon Country.
CONSENT CALENDAR
item o was protea from consent uaienaar for a separate vote.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: TimBen Boydston, Councilmember
SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Mayor
APES: TimBen Boydston, Bob Kellar, Laurene Weste, Marsha McLean
ABSENT: Dante Acosta
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' ITEM 1
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the Joint City Council and Board of Library Trustees meeting are submitted for
approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council and Board of Library Trustees: Approve the minutes of the May 26, 2015, special
and regular meetings.
ITEM 2
READING OF ORDINANCE TITLES
Government Code Section 36934 requires that all ordinances be read in full prior to Council
taking action on the ordinance. By listing the ordinance title on the Council agenda, Council
may determine that the title has been read.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council determine that the titles to all ordinances which appear on this public agenda have
been read and waive further reading.
ITEM 3
' RENEWAL OF INDUSTRIAL WASTE SERVICE AGREEMENT
Renewal of Agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and the County of Los Angeles for
enforcement of the City's Wastewater Ordinance - Industrial Waste Service Agreement.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council renew Agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and the County of Los Angeles
for enforcement of the City's Wastewater Ordinance.
ITEM 4
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO LOS
ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARKS AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT FOR THE
2015 COMPETITIVE GRANT PROGRAM
The Grant funds would be used to convert an existing flood control channel bisecting the six -
acre Canyon Country Community Center site into a naturalized stream, restoration of a portion.
of the site using native vegetation, development of a system of walking paths connecting the site
with the residential community to the north and commercial area to the south, and passive
recreational amenities.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the submittal of a Grant Application to the Los
Angeles County Regional Parks and Open Space District for the 2015 Competitive Grant
' Program.
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Addressing the Council on this item was Alan Ferdman representing Canyon Country Advisory I Committee.
ITEM 5
ACQUISITION OF APPROXIMATELY 13,879 SQUARE FEET OF REAL PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 28110 SAND CANYON ROAD, SANTA CLARITA, ASSESSORS
PARCEL NO. 2840-005-052 (PORTION)
Acquisition of this property will enhance the City's on-going efforts to increase the multi -use
trail along Sand Canyon Road.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the purchase of approximately 13,879 square feet of real property, a portion of
28110 Sand Canyon Road, Assessor's Parcel No. 2840-005-052, for future infrastructure and
right-of-way, at a total cost of $67,000, which includes the property purchase price of
$55,500, and $11,500 for escrow, title, surveying fees and due diligence costs.
2. Appropriate $67,000 from General Fund Contingency Account 19300-5401.001 (Fund 100)
to Expenditure Account 19000-5201.004.
3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney I approval.
Item 6 was moved to Item Pulled for Separate Vote
ITEM 7
PACIFIC CREST PARK IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT P4014 - APPROVE PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
This action will approve the plans and specifications and award a construction contract for
Pacific Crest Park Improvements, Project P40014 to A.M.G., Inc. of Santa Clarita. The
proposed improvements include a restroom facility, a six-foot wide concrete perimeter path,
maintenance access to the restroom building and play area, and a drinking fountain.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the plans and specifications for Pacific Crest Park Improvements, Project P4014.
2. Award the construction contract to A.M.G., Inc., in the amount of $491,980, and authorize a
contingency in the amount of $49,198, for a total contract amount not to exceed $541,178.
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3. Authorize the transfer of project savings in the amount of $66,303 in General Capital
Projects Fund (Fund 601) from Central Park Sports fields, Phase III project, expenditure
account P4012601-5161.001 to expenditure account P4014601-5161.001.
4. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
ITEM 8
CHECK REGISTER NO. 11 FOR THE PERIOD 05/01/15 THROUGH 05/14/15 AND
05/21/15. ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFERS FOR THE PERIOD 05/08/15 THROUGH
05/21/15.
Check Register No.l l for the Period 05/01/15 through 05/14/15 and 05/21/15.
Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 05/08/15 through 05/21/15.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 11.
ITEM PULLED FOR SEPARATE VOTE
' ITEM 6
REAL PROPERTY ACQUISITION OF 59.60 +/- ACRES IN QUIGLEY CANYON
Real Property Acquisition of 59.60 +/- acres in Quigley Canyon, Assessor's Parcels Nos. 2833-
024-038 and 039. Acquisition of this property will increase the open space in Quigley Canyon to
245 +/- acres. The subject property is contiguous to existing City owned open space, and will
create connectivity to trails throughout the canyon.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the purchase of 59.60 +/- acres in Quigley Canyon, Assessor Parcel Nos. 2833-024-
038 and 039, at a total cost of $783,000, which includes the property purchase price of
$718,000, and $15,000 for escrow, title, surveying fees and due diligence costs, and $50,000
for gates, fencing and signage.
2. Appropriate $439,800 from Open Space Preservation District Fund Balance (Fund 358) to
Open Space Preservation District Expenditure Account 12592-5201.004.
3. Appropriate $50,000 from Open Space Preservation District Fund Balance (Fund 358) to
Open Space Preservation District Expenditure Account 12592-5201.008.
4. Appropriate $293,200 from Via Princessa Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fund Balance
(Fund 302) to Expenditure Account 14405-5201.004.
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Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
Mayor McLean arrived at 6:35 p.m.
Addressing the Council on this item was Sandra Cattell and Cam Noltemeyer.
One written comment card was received.
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director Rick Gould presented information on the
property details and answered questions from Mayor McLean.
Councilmember Weste requested a separate vote on recommended action # 4.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: TimBen Boydston, Councilmember
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
AYES: TimBen Boydston, Bob Kellar, Laurene Weste, Marsha McLean
ABSENT: Dante Acosta
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RESULT:
APPROVED [3 TO 11
MOVER:
TimBen Boydston, Councilmember
SECONDER:
Marsha McLean, Mayor
AYES:
TimBen Boydston, Bob Kellar, Marsha McLean
NAYS:
Laurene Weste
ABSENT:
Dante Acosta
Council recessed the meeting at 7:02 p.m. and reconvened at 7:09 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM 9
FISCAL YEAR 2015-2016 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET AND CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The Fiscal Year 2015-2016 budget process is a six-month effort that began in January. The City
Council Budget Subcommittee, which is comprised of Mayor McLean and Mayor Pro Tem
Kellar, has been involved in the budget process. The proposed budget was presented to the City
Council and all the Commissions during the Joint Budget Study Session on May 5, 2015. In
addition, on June 2, 2015, the Planning Commission made a finding by minute action that the
Draft Fiscal Year 2015-2016 Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City's General
Plan.
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council and City Council acting as Successor Agency for the former Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Santa Clarita conduct the public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year
2015-2016 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program, and schedule the
budget for adoption at the June 23, 2015, City Council meeting.
Mayor McLean opened the public hearing.
City Clerk Kevin Tonoian reported that all notices required by law have been provided.
City Manager Ken Striplin presented the balanced proposed budget and Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) for fiscal year 2015-16, highlighting Santa Clarita 2020; increasing the Reserve
Fund to 19 percent; and revenues are back to pre -recession levels.
Addressing the Council was Alan Ferdman, representing Canyon Country Advisory Committee.
City Manager Ken Striplin addressed comments made regarding the Extreme Neighborhood
Makeover program.
Councilmember Boydston commented on the Extreme Neighborhood Makeover program and
requested additional information on the Overlay and Slurry Seal budget.
' City Manager Ken Striplin responded to Councilmember Boydston's inquiry regarding the
Overlay and Slurry Seal Budget.
Mayor McLean closed the public hearing.
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Bob Kellar, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER:
Laurene Weste, Councilmember
AYES: TimBen Boydston, Bob Kellar, Laurene Weste, Marsha McLean
ABSENT: Dante Acosta
ITEM 10
ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
As an annual required procedure, staff presents for City Council's consideration the Final
Engineer's Reports for the various special districts and requests approval to provide the Los
Angeles County Auditor Controller necessary data for the assessments to appear on the Fiscal
Year 2015-16 Property Tax Rolls.
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing for Landscape Maintenance Districts 1 and Tl, with the exception
of Zones T23 and T23A, the Streetlight Maintenance District, the Golden Valley Ranch
Open Space Maintenance District, the Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas, and the Tourism
Marketing District.
2. Adopt the resolutions approving the Engineer's Reports for the Fiscal Year 2015-16 annual
levy of assessments for the continuation of maintenance for Landscape Maintenance Districts
1 and Tl, with the exception of Zones T23, and T23A, the Streetlight Maintenance District,
the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District, the Drainage Benefit
Assessment Areas, and the Tourism Marketing District.
Mayor McLean opened the public hearing.
City Clerk Kevin Tonoian reported that all notices required by law have been provided.
Addressing the Council was Max Hobbs representing Fair Oaks Ranch Neighborhood
Homeowners Association.
Council waived staff presentation.
Councilmember Boydston commented regarding the assessments and competitive process for
contractor bids.
Mayor McLean closed the public hearing.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
SECONDER: Bob Kellar, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: TimBen Boydston, Bob Kellar, Laurene Weste, Marsha McLean
ABSENT: Dante Acosta
ITEM 11
ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS FOR LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT Tl, ZONES T23 AND T23A
As an annual procedure, the City Council is required to conduct the public hearing for Landscape
Maintenance District Tl, Zones T23 and T23A, adopt this resolution, and direct staff to provide
the Los Angeles County Auditor Controller necessary data for the assessments to appear on the
Fiscal Year 2015-16 Property Tax Rolls.
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' RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council conduct public hearing for Landscape Maintenance District Tl, Zones T23 and
T23A, and adopt the resolution approving the Engineer's Report for the Fiscal Year 2015-16
annual levy of assessments for the continuation of maintenance for Landscape Maintenance
District Tl, Zones T23 and T23A.
Councilmember Weste recused herself from participating on this item due to the proximity of her
property to these LMD zones and left the dais.
Mayor McLean opened the public hearing.
City Clerk Kevin Tonoian reported that all notices required by law have been provided.
Council waived staff presentation.
No requests to speak were received.
Mayor McLean closed the public hearing.
RESULT:
APPROVED [3 TO 01
MOVER:
TimBen Boydston, Councilmember
SECONDER:
Bob Kellar, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES:
TimBen Boydston, Bob Kellar, Marsha McLean
ABSENT:
Dante Acosta
RECUSED:
Laurene Weste
ITEM 12
ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION DISTRICT
As an annual required procedure, staff presents for City Council's consideration the Final
Engineer's Report for the Open Space Preservation District and requests approval to provide the
Los Angeles County Assessor necessary data for the assessments to appear on the Fiscal Year
2015-16 Property Tax Rolls.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution approving the Engineer's Report
for the Fiscal Year 2015-16 annual levy of assessments for the Open Space Preservation District.
Councilmember Weste returned to the dais.
Mayor McLean opened the public hearing.
' City Clerk Kevin Tonoian reported that all notices required by law have been provided.
Addressing the Council was Cam Noltemeyer.
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Mayor McLean closed the public hearing.
Mayor McLean expressed her opinion as to leaving the assessment at $30, and made a motion to
do so. There was no Council concurrence.
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar requested that the City Manager provide additional information.
City Manager Ken Striplin provided an overview of the factors which determine how the
assessment rate is set.
Mayor McLean made an inquiry and City Manager Ken Striplin confirmed that properties
annexed into the City also pay into the Open Space Preservation District.
Councilmember Boydston inquired about the increase for the upcoming assessment period and
City Manager Striplin confirmed the amount.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bob Kellar, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
AYES: TimBen Boydston, Bob Kellar, Laurene Weste, Marsha McLean
ABSENT: Dante Acosta
ITEM 13
ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT TO FEES AND AMENDMENTS TO THE FEE SCHEDULE
For Fiscal Year 2015-16, staff recommends Citywide fees and charges be increased by the
December year-end Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the urban consumers of the Los Angeles,
Riverside, and Orange County area. The percentage increase, as reported by the United States
Department of Labor, is 0.7 percent.
ACTION:
City Council:
1. Conduct the public hearing on the proposed fee adjustments.
2. Extend the deferment of the collection of Quimby, Bridge and Thoroughfare (B&T), and
Transit Impact development fees by one additional year to June 30, 2016.
3. Adopt a resolution establishing a schedule of fees and charges for City services.
Mayor McLean opened the public hearing.
City Clerk Kevin Tonoian reported that all notices required by law have been provided.
Council waived the presentation.
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Addressing the Council was Cam Noltemeyer.
Mayor McLean closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Boydston requested Council concurrence to remove the deferment of collection
of fees (recommended action # 2). There was no Council concurrence.
City Manager Ken Striplin clarified that there is no negative impact to the City regarding the
deferment of Quimby and Bridge and Thoroughfare fees.
Councilmember Weste requested the City Manager to confirm developers are required to pay the
same fees, just at a later time prior to completion of their projects. City Manager Ken Striplin
indicated this was correct.
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Bob Kellar, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER:
Laurene Weste, Councilmember
AYES: TimBen Boydston, Bob Kellar, Laurene Weste, Marsha McLean
ABSENT: Dante Acosta
ITEM 14
ANNUAL PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE STORMWATER POLLUTION
PREVENTION FEE AND INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN
ORDINANCE DETERMINING THE ANNUAL STORMWATER POLLUTION
PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015-16
Determination and approval of the rates for the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee for Fiscal
Year 2015-16.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
Conduct a public hearing on the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee for Fiscal Year
2015-16.
2. Introduce and pass to second reading an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING
THE ANNUAL STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR
2015-16."
Mayor McLean opened the public hearing.
City Clerk Kevin Tonoian reported that all notices required by law have been provided.
Council waived the presentation.
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No requests to speak were received.
Mayor McLean closed the public hearing.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: TimBen Boydston, Councilmember
SECONDER: Bob Kellar, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: TimBen Boydston, Bob Kellar, Laurene Weste, Marsha McLean
ABSENT: Dante Acosta
NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 15
APPROVAL OF A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH
NATIONAL COMMUNITY RENAISSANCE OF CALIFORNIA AND NEWHALL
AVENUE HOUSING PARTNERS, L.P., FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 30 -UNIT
HOUSING COMPLEX WITH 13 INCOME -RESTRICTED UNITS ON NEWHALL
AVENUE `
This Disposition and Development Agreement (Agreement) specifies the terms and conditions
for the construction and long-term management of a 30 -unit, income -restricted rental housing
development on the City -owned parcel located at 23610 Newhall Avenue. The Agreement also
sets the terms and conditions for the contribution of City -controlled funds, the conveyance of the '
property, the application for other non -City funds, maintenance of the development, and the
affordability of the housing units for 55 years.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Adopt a resolution approving the Disposition and Development Agreement with National
Community Renaissance of California and Newhall Avenue Housing Partners, L.P., and
making findings regarding the application of Article XXXIV to the project;
2. Appropriate $3.8 million from the City Housing Successor fund balance to expenditure
account 13405-5161.001; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all required documentation to execute
the Disposition and Development Agreement, subject to review by the City Attorney.
Housing Program Administrator Erin Lay presented information on this item.
Mayor McLean requested information concerning water availability and State drought mandates.
Castaic Lake Water Agency (CLWA) General Manager Dan Masnada provided the City Council
with information.
Addressing the Council was Sandra Cattell. '
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' Councilmember Boydston requested information about the noticing process for this item and
City Manager Ken Striplin clarified notices to the community were mailed at the time this
project went to the Planning Commission for consideration.
Councilmember Boydston requested information on usage of the adjacent Caltrans' park and ride
lot. Housing Program Administrator Erin Lay indicated that park and ride lot appeared to be
used mostly by residents of the adjacent apartment complex.
Councilmember Boydston requested additional information on drought issues with new
development. Planning Manager Jeff Hogan explained that the City prepares environmental
documentation, and the water agencies are responsible for approving the water supply.
City Attorney Joseph Montes confirmed that the City relies on the water companies to approve
water supply as it is not in the City's jurisdiction.
Councilmember Boydston requested support to table this item for another date to allow for
additional noticing. There was no Council concurrence.
Councilmember Weste commented on the need for affordable housing.
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar commented on the need for affordable housing and his appreciation for
CLWA's efforts to secure water reserves.
Mayor McLean commented on the Caltrans' park and ride. Housing Program Administrator Erin
Lay and City Manager Ken Striplin identified alternative locations for parking.
Councilmember Boydston clarified that his no vote on this matter was due to wanting additional
project noticing.
RESULT: APPROVED 13 TO 11
MOVER: Bob Kellar, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
AYES: Bob Kellar, Laurene Weste, Marsha McLean
NAYS: TimBen Boydston
ABSENT: Dante Acosta
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
No additional requests to speak were received.
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor McLean adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
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