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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-10-23 - MINUTES - REGULAR (2) NrA CITY OF SANTA CLARITA City Council KGs 4ti Regular Meeting cws Joint Meeting with Board of Library Trustees Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Mayor Pro Tern, 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 -Minutes- Tuesday, October 23, 2018 6:00 PM City Council Chambers INVOCATION Mayor Weste delivered the invocation. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Weste called to order the Joint Regular meeting of the City Council and Board of Library Trustees at 6:02 p.m. ROLL CALL All Councilmembers were present. FLAG SALUTE Councilmember Kellar 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 pulling item 4 for Council and public comment. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. RESULT: APPROVED AGENDA AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS Mayor Weste and Council recognized the Clerk and Contract Services Division for earning the Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement for 2018 from the National Procurement Institute and the District Transparency Certificate of Excellence Award from the Special District Leadership Foundation. Mayor Weste and Council recognized Economic Development and Recreation and Community Services staff for their work in receiving two Helen Putnam Awards for Excellence by the League of California Cities. The City was honored for Intergovernmental Collaboration and City-Business Relations for two programs: the Community Court Diversion Program and the Santa Clarita Business Incubator. League of California Cities' representatives Jennifer Quan and Denise Ovrom presented the awards to Council. Mayor Weste and Council proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Santa Clarita and presented the proclamations to representatives from the Domestic Violence Program of the Child and Family Center and the Zonta Club of Santa Clarita Valley. Mayor Weste and Council proclaimed October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Santa Clarita and presented the proclamation to representatives from the non-profit organization, Circle of Hope, for their "31 Days of Hope: Paint the Town Pink" campaign. Mayor Weste and Council proclaimed that the Council will take part in the "Bells of Peace" on November 11, 2018, at 11 :00 a.m., tolling bells to mark the 100 years since an armistice to the fighting in World War I was declared. Councilmember Kellar recounted a story about a World War I veteran, Mr. Rose, who he met in early 1960s. Mr. Rose presented young Mr. Kellar with a nickel for good luck during his term of service. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Addressing the Council was Josh Mann, representing Waste Management, regarding e-waste recycling programs; Elaine Ballace, regarding senior housing issues; Cam Noltemeyer, regarding development in downtown Newhall; George Kosct, regarding a paving project staging area on Soledad and Lost Canyon Roads; and Steve Petzold, regarding the recent disk-golf tournament and the German-American Heritage Month proclamation. STAFF COMMENTS City Manager Ken Striplin addressed Ms. Ballace's comments and stated that the Council has approved several affordable housing projects for seniors, including support of Senior Center programs, donated 3.5 million dollars towards the building of the new center, and recently amended an ordinance to regulate mobile home rent increases for the senior community; addressed Ms. Noltemeyer's comments and stated that the Laemmle project was publicly disclosed and discussed; and will address the issue of the staging lot with staff. Page 2 COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS Councilmember Miranda commented on the exceptional community support in Santa Clarita; and invited residents to attend the 2018 State of the City Luncheon at 11 :30 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency Valencia on Thursday, October 25, highlighting the artistic renaissance in the City. Councilmember Smyth announced that the Marathon will take place on November 3 and 4, where there will be multiple events, walks, and races; and reminded all that election day is two weeks away and if you have not yet received your sample ballot, reach out to the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorders Office. Councilmember Kellar announced Red Ribbon Week is taking place this week where the Santa Clarita Valley Young Marines will help promote this illicit drug awareness event; commented that the Salvation Army has a new headquarters on Lyons Avenue and November 8 is the kick- off date of their primary annual fundraising event, the Red Kettle; and requested adjournment in memory of Kevin G. Lynch. Mayor Pro Tern McLean encouraged all to support local non-profits; commented on attending the 35th anniversary event of the Philipino-American organization, which supports the community, and congratulated them for their community service; and invited all to a pumpkin decorating day and contest on Wednesday, October 24, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the Canyon Country and Newhall Library branches. Mayor Weste commented that a decision is still pending from the Interior Board of Land Appeals (IBLA) as to whether the Cemex mine contracts are still valid and thanked Congressman Knight and Senator Feinstein for their continued vigilance for our community; and invited everyone to attend the Light Up Main Street holiday celebration and tree-lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 17, in Old Town Newhall at 7:30 p.m. and the Sip N' Shop from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM 1 SANTA CLARITA LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT ANNEXATION NO. 2018-03 PUBLIC HEARING Public Hearing related to Annexation No. 2018-3 for the purpose of annexing specific parcels throughout the City, including the Sand Canyon Plaza, into Santa Clarita Landscape and Lighting District, Streetlight Maintenance District Zone B. RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council: 1 . Conduct a public hearing, and open and review ballots. 2. Adopt a resolution approving the Engineer's Report for annexing parcels, including the Sand Canyon Plaza (Master Case No. 14-077); Oakridge Commercial (Master Case No. 05-173); Veluzat/Golden Valley Road Condominiums (Master Case No. 06-209); Valencia Chevron (Master Case No. 14-204); and various non-residential parcels into the Santa Clarita Page 3 Landscape and Lighting District (LLD), Streetlight Maintenance District Zone B (SMDB), if no majority protest exists, and order levies beginning Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-20. If a majority protest exists, no action will be required. Mayor Weste opened the public hearing. City Clerk Mary Cusick announced that all notices required by law have been provided. No requests to speak were received. Mayor Weste closed the public hearing. Special Districts Manager Kevin Tonoian adjourned to the Century Room to tabulate the ballots in an open setting. Council proceeded to Item 7 while the ballots were tabulated. Council returned to this item after Item 7 was heard. City Clerk Mary Cusick announced that 72 percent of the ballots are in favor of the annexations and 28 percent are opposed. Therefore, there is no majority protest. Adopted Resolution No. 18-67 and 18-68. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Bob Kellar, Councilmember SECONDER: Bill Miranda, Councilmember AYES: Weste, McLean, Kellar, Miranda, Smyth CONSENT CALENDAR RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Councilmember SECONDER: Bob Kellar, Councilmember AYES: Weste, McLean, Kellar, Miranda, Smyth ITEM 2 APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval. RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the October 9, 2018, Special Meeting. ITEM 3 APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval. RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the October 9, 2018, Regular Meeting. Page 4 ITEM 4 COUNCIL CHAMBERS AUDIO/VISUAL SYSTEM UPGRADE — PHASE 1 Award a contract to upgrade the audio and visual system hardware in the Council Chambers to improve the City's communications with the public during Council meetings, Commission meetings, and enhance employee training and presentations. RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council: 1. Award contract to Cashel Corporation, doing business as Integrated Media Systems, in the amount of$174,956.80 plus a 15 percent contingency in the amount of $26,243.52, for a total amount not to exceed $201,200.32, for the Phase I design and installation of Council Chambers audio visual equipment, inclusive of one year of support and maintenance, with options to renew annually. 2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, or • modify the award in the event issues of impossibility of performance arise, contingent upon the appropriation of funds by the City Council in the annual budget for such fiscal year, and execute all documents subject to City Attorney approval. Mayor Pro Tern McLean requested that the dais' modification be human friendly. Addressing the Council on this item was Alan Ferdman. ITEM 5 CITIZENS' OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY (COPS) GRANT - FISCAL YEAR 2018-19 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. The City of Santa Clarita's estimated allocation for Fiscal Year 2018-19, based on population, is $329,178. RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council: 1 . Accept the Fiscal Year 2018-19 Citizens' Option for Public Safety Grant in the amount of $329,178 from the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller; approve the request from the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department, Santa Clarita Valley Station, to continue funding the Career Offenders Burglary, Robbery, and Assault (COBRA) Team. 2. Appropriate $422,408 to expenditure account 16100-5161 .001 (Contractual Services). This amount includes $329,178 for the Fiscal Year 2018-19 grant and additional grant funds from Fiscal Year 2017-18. Increase grant revenue account 234-4461 .003 by $329,178. 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. Page 5 ITEM 6 CHECK REGISTER NO. 21 Check Register No. 21 for the Period 09/14/18 through 09/27/18 and 10/04/18. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 09/17/18 through 09/28/18. RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 21. NEW BUSINESS ITEM 7 LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION: PHASE II TESORO DEL VALLE PROJECT At the October 9, 2018, regular City Council meeting. the City Council requested to discuss, at the October 23, 2018, regular City Council meeting, Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commission's consideration of adding a homeless shelter as part of the proposed Phase II of the Tesoro Del Valle project. RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council discuss and provide direction to staff regarding the Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commission's consideration of including a homeless shelter in the Phase II Tesoro Del Valle project. Assistant to the City Manager Jerrid McKenna provided the staff report. Addressing the Council was Alan Ferdman, representing the Canyon Country Advisory Committee; Peggy Edwards, representing Bridge to Home; TimBen Boydston; and Steve Petzold. One written comment card was received by George Spooner. Councilmembers discussed the City Council's proactive support of the homeless issues by working on various boards, contributing $1 million towards land purchase, working with the County and Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor Barger who supports Bridge to Home at its current location. Councilmember Smyth commented of the opportunity to provide Supervisor Barger information on the City's actions to date, made a motion to direct staff to draft a letter to the County Planning Commission opposing the Tesoro shelter, including in the letter a list of the City's progress and actions in partnership with homeless providers, contingent on Council approval, with a second by McLean. Page 6 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Councilmember SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Mayor Pro Tern AYES: Weste, McLean, Kellar, Miranda, Smyth PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II There was none. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Weste adjourned the meeting in memory of Kevin G. Lynch at 7:38 p.m. MAYOR ATTEST: 1/U( CITY CLERK Page 7