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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
City Council
Regular Meeting
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, Councilmember, City Manager, City Attorney, and City
Clerk may be used also to indicate Mayor/Chair/President, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair/Vice President,
City Manager/Executive Director, City Attorney/Counsel, and City Clerk/Secretary
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
INVOCATION
Mayor Weste delivered the invocation.
-Minutes-
6:00 PM
City Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Weste called to order the Regular Joint Meeting of the City Council and Board of Library
Trustees at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember Smyth 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.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Smyth, second by McLean, to approve the agenda.
RESULT: APPROVED AGENDA
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Mayor Weste and Council recognized Building Inspector Chris Burgess for his assistance with
the Thomas Fire and presented him with a certificate; proclaimed February as Black History
Month in Santa Clarita, enjoyed a performance by the Santa Clarita Christian Fellowship choir,
and presented Reverend Julius Harper with the proclamation; and recognized Sheriff Deputy
Chris Germansen, Detective Victoria Lambrecht, Law Enforcement Technician Kristina Casaus,
and Systems Administrator Camelia Hachem for their work and dedication and presented them
with certificates.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council was Peter Hilst, regarding closure of the Bible Tabernacle; Megan
Mitchell, regarding a proclamation for ferret legalization; Alan Ferdman, regarding rising costs
for seniors; Laura Lee, regarding decriminalization of ferret ownership; Hana Zich, regarding
noise from work done by the Valencia Water Company; Nina Moskol, representing Santa Clarita
Valley Bicycle Coalition, regarding the City's non -motorized transportation plan; TimBen
Boydston, representing Santa Clarita Regional Theater and Canyon Theatre Guild, thanking
Council for the award of the arts grant and announced upcoming performances at the Guild; and
Steve Petzold, regarding the Newhall Family Theater for Performing Arts.
STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Ken Striplin commented that the Newhall Family Theater of Performing Arts is a
community asset and an opportunity to promote access to art within the community; commented
on Ms. Moskol's advocacy for bicycle improvements and the City's efforts on increased access
for non -motorized transportation; indicated that the Valencia Water Company permit was issued
by the California Public Utilities Commission (PUC) as the governing agency, not the City, and
staff has worked with the Valencia Water Company to resolve the noise issue; and will provide
the Council with a memo regarding an outline of Los Angeles County's issue with the Bible
Tabernacle facility.
Mayor Pro Tem McLean commented regarding the Valencia Water Company and that City
interception is warranted to resolve the noise issue; commented regarding ferrets and would like
information about potential danger to children; and commented regarding Southern California
Edison's surcharge to solar panel owners and time of use pricing.
Councilmember Smyth commented regarding ferrets and would prefer to wait until State
legislation is introduced to take a position on this issue due to the Governor's position against
legalization of ferrets. Councilmember Miranda requested the subject agendized for a future
meeting. Mayor Weste commented on speaking with staff to receive scientific information and
research then possibly agendize the matter at a later date.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Kellar commented on attending a recent event at Golden Valley High School
and was impressed with the speaker, retired Marine Corps Colonel Jay Vargas, a Medal of Valor
recipient.
Mayor Pro Tem McLean commented regarding her attendance at several community events;
commented on the Los Angeles County's November ballot initiative, Safe Clean Water Program,
and will continue to attend stakeholder meetings and promote a credit for fees already paid by
Santa Clarita residents; commented that Los Angeles County is conducting webinars regarding
Measure H, where the City needs to ensure Santa Clarita receives their fair share of tax dollars
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back; and announced that Santa Clarita Transit passengers now have an option to purchase
tickets using the Token Transit Mobile Ticketing application, and to learn more at
SantaClaritaTransit.com.
Councilmember Smyth commented on Mayor Weste's and his attendance at the graduating
ceremony for Class 426 of the local sheriffs academy at College of the Canyons, where over 70
new deputies have entered the force.
Councilmember Miranda stated his thoughts and prayers for the victims of the recent plane crash
in Canyon Country; commented that he was honored to represent the City during a visit by the
Pakastani Ambassador to the United States; and invited all to attend the Silver Anniversary of
the Cowboy Festival taking place April 19 - 22, 2018, and announced tickets for special
performances can be found at CowboyFestival.org.
Mayor Weste commented on the Single Mother's Outreach fundraising gala, Empowering
HeArts, at Savia Community Center on February 10 where over 250 people attended the sold -out
event; encouraged all to provide feedback for a potential amphitheater in Santa Clarita at the Arts
and Entertainment Summit on February 21 at 7:00 p.m. at the Centre; and adjourned the meeting
in memory of Ada Christine Boyer, Nanette Lagasse Gaither, and Raymond Joseph DeFrisco.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Marsha McLean, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Cameron Smyth, Councilmember
AYES: Weste, McLean, Kellar, Miranda, Smyth
ITEM 1
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the January 23, 2018,
Regular Meeting.
ITEM 2
CITIZENS' OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY (COPS) GRANT - FISCAL YEAR 2017-18
Assembly Bill 1913 (Schiff -Cardenas Crime Prevention Act), signed into law in 2000, provides
funding to cities and counties for frontline law enforcement officers and juvenile justice
initiatives. Fiscal Year 2017-18 marks the 22nd year the City of Santa Clarita has been eligible to
receive grant funding from this program. The City of Santa Clarita's estimated allocation for
Fiscal Year 2017-18, based on population, is $331,017.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Accept the Fiscal Year 2017-18 Citizens' Option for Public Safety Grant in the amount of
$331,017 from the Los Angeles County Auditor -Controller; approve the request from the Los
Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Santa Clarita Valley Station, to use the funds to
continue funding the Career Offenders Burglary, Robbery, and Assault (COBRA) Team.
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2. Appropriate $406,050 to account 16100-5161.001 (Contractual Services). This amount
includes $331,017 for the Fiscal Year 2017-18 grant and additional grant funds from Fiscal
Year 2016-17.
3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute any contracts, agreements, or change
orders arising out of this program, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 3
APPROVAL OF REAL PROPERTY PURCHASE OF 1 +/- ACRES IN NEWHALL,
ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 2836-030-044
Approve the acquisition of 1+/- acres of real property in Newhall Assessor's Parcel Number
2836-030-044.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the acquisition of l+/- acres and the purchase price of $511,000 of real property in
Newhall, Assessor's Parcel Number 2836-030-044.
2. Appropriate $603,522 from the General Fund fund balance for the purchase of the property
and for escrow, title, appraisal, relocation fees, and due diligence costs to Non -Departmental
Administration Account 19000-5201.004.
3. Authorize the transfer of ownership of the property located at 23027 Drayton Street to Bridge
to Home.
4. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents related to the acquisition
of property and the transfer of such property located at 23027 Drayton Street to Bridge to
Home, subject to City Attorney approval.
One written comment card was received in support of the recommendation.
ITEM 4
SUMMARY VACATION OF A REMNANT OF THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG
SOLEDAD CANYON ROAD AND OF AN EASEMENT FOR SANITARY SEWER
PURPOSES, SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION OF SOLEDAD CANYON ROAD AND
MAMMOTH LANE
Resolution for the summary vacation of a remnant of the public right-of-way along Soledad
Canyon Road and of an easement for sanitary sewer purposes, south of the intersection of
Soledad Canyon Road and Mammoth Lane.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Adopt a resolution for the summary vacation of a remnant of the public right-of-way along
Soledad Canyon Road and of an easement for sanitary sewer purposes, south of the
intersection of Soledad Canyon Road and Mammoth Lane, as described in Exhibit "A" Legal
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Description and as shown on Exhibit `B" Exhibit Map.
2. Direct the City Clerk to record the certified original resolution in the County of Los Angeles
Registrar -Recorder's office.
Adopted Resolution No. 18-04
ITEM 5
GRANT REQUESTS FOR STATE TRANSIT ASSISTANCE STATE OF GOOD REPAIR
FUNDS FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
The City of Santa Clarita is eligible for grant requests for State Transit Assistance State of Good
Repair funds from the California Department of Transportation.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council adopt a resolution allowing the City Manager or designee to submit grant requests
and enter into a Funding Agreement, Letter of Agreement, Memorandum of Understanding, or
other form of agreement required from the California Department of Transportation for State
Transit Assistance State of Good Repair funds.
Adopted Resolution No. 18-05
ITEM 6
RESOLUTION FOR WORKERS' COMPENSATION COVERAGE OF CITY OF SANTA
CLARITA VOLUNTEERS
Special District Risk Management Authority Workers' Compensation program requires an
adopted resolution to continue to provide workers' compensation insurance coverage to City of
Santa Clarita volunteers.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the continuation of workers' compensation coverage
for volunteers of the City of Santa Clarita.
Adopted Resolution No. 18-06
ITEM 7
CHECK REGISTER NO.2
Check Register No. 2 for the Period 12/22/17 through 01/04/18 and 01/11/18. Electronic Funds
Transfers for the Period 12/25/17 through 01/05/18.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 2.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ITEM 8
CLIMATE CHANGE DISCUSSION AND LETTER
At the January 23, 2018, regular City Council meeting, the City Council was requested to review
a letter related to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions and provide direction to staff.
The City Council directed staff, at the January 23, 2018, regular City Council meeting, to revise
the letter on climate change and greenhouse gas emissions and discuss the revised letter at the
February 13, 2018, regular City Council meeting.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council discuss and provide direction to staff regarding sending a letter to each of the City
of Santa Clarita's (City) Federal Legislative Delegation encouraging them to sponsor and/or
support policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address the impacts, causes, and
challenges of climate change in a clear, transparent, and effective way.
Administrative Analyst Masis Hagobian provided the staff report.
Councilmember Smyth addressed some suggested edits to the letter and requested that in the
second to last paragraph, change to the term "Congress" with "House of Representatives"; and
reinstate "acknowledge the threat posed by climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emission"
from the first draft into the second draft.
Council discussed the changes suggested.
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Addressing the Council was John Musella, representing the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of
Commerce; Cher Gilmore, Sally White, and Roselva Ungar, representing the Citizens' Climate
Lobby; Sarah Friefield; Lynne Girdlestone; and Steve Petzold.
One written comment card was received in support of this item.
Councilmember Smyth made a motion to modify the letter with the following changes: replace
"Congress" with "the House of Representatives"; reinstate verbiage from the original draft letter
in the first paragraph to include "...acknowledges threat posed by climate change and..."
Mayor Pro Tem McLean made a substitute motion to keep the letter as drafted, with the minor
change to replace "Congress" with "the House of Representatives."
RESULT:
DEFEATED [2 TO 31
MOVER:
Marsha McLean, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER:
Bill Miranda, Councilmember
AYES:'
Marsha McLean, Bill Miranda
NAYS:
Laurene Weste, Bob Kellar, Cameron Smyth
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Vote on original motion.
RESULT: APPROVED AS AMENDED [3 TO 21
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Councilmember'
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Mayor
AYES: Laurene Weste, Bill Miranda, Cameron Smyth
NAYS: Marsha McLean, Bob Kellar
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Weste adjourned the meeting in memory of Raymond Joseph DeFrisco, Ada Christine
Boyer, and Nanette Lagasse Gaither at 8:00 p.m.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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