HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-09-22 - MINUTES - REGULAR (2)CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
City Council
' Regular Meeting
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
Public Financing Authority
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Tuesday, September 22, 2020
~Minutes —
6:00 PM
INVOCATION
Councilmember Weste delivered the invocation.
City Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Smyth called to order the Joint Regular meeting of the City Council, Board of Library
Trustees, and Public Financing Authority at 6:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
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.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Kellar, second by Weste, to approve the agenda, pulling Item 6 for public
speakers.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
RESULT: APPROVED AGENDA
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Mayor Smyth discussed the many barriers to voting prior to Congress passage of the 15th and
19th amendments, and the Voting Rights Act passed by President Lyndon Johnson in 1965; and '
stated the City recognizes September 22 as Voter Registration Day in Santa Clarita.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council were Stephen Petzold, regarding German -American Heritage month;
Mark Blazer, regarding anti -racism, antisemitism, and the future generation; Annie Astorga,
regarding Councilmembers' participation with constituents and Bob Kellar; and Amanda Sinks,
regarding City Council and racism.
STAFF COMMENTS
Councilmember Weste inquired regarding German -American Heritage month and the Council
concurred to place it on the agenda.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember McLean mentioned attending a two-day Mobility 21 Zoom meeting regarding
the future of transportation and challenges of COVID-19; spoke of the passing of Supreme Court
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg; discussed Prop 15 and its potential impact on property taxes; and
announced that the Library has special fall programming available.
Councilmember Weste commented on discussing Rim of the Valley with United States Senator
Kamala Harris' staff; mentioned the importance of technology to assist communities with '
combating viruses; commented that depression, abuse, and suicide incidents have risen;
discussed the Community's outdoor activities and al fresco dining; and announced that new Santa
Clarita Bike Park is now open.
Mayor Pro Tem Miranda made no comments.
Councilmember Kellar made no comments.
Mayor Smyth requested to agendize an item to discuss a letter of support for a local brewery
coalition and the Westfield Valencia Town Center mall, and Council concurred. City Manager
Ken Striplin requested clarification, and Council concurred to bring back an item to amend the
legislative platform and support letters for local businesses in the agenda item. Mayor Smyth
announced the 2020 Neighborhood Cleanup and Online Environmental Expo.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Laurene Weste, Councilmember
SECONDER:
Bob Kellar, Councilmember
AYES:
Smyth, Miranda, Kellar, McLean, Weste
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ITEM 1
APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval.
' RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the September 8, 2020,
Special Meeting.
ITEM 2
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the September 8, 2020,
Regular Meeting.
ITEM 3
CHECK REGISTER NOS. 18 AND 19
Check Register No. 18 for the Period 07/31/20 through 08/13/20 and 08/20/20. Electronic Funds
Transfers for the Period 08/03/20 through 08/14/20.
Check Register No. 19 for the Period 08/14/20 through 08/27/20 and 09/03/20. Electronic Funds
Transfers for the Period 08/17/20 through 08/28/20
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 18
and Check Register No. 19.
ITEM 4
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 5
PUBLIC ART PLANNING AND SELECTION PROCESS
City Council approved the Public Art Planning and Selection Process on September 27, 2016.
The Arts Commission recently updated the process to include improvements that have been
incorporated in the last four years.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve the updated Public Art Planning and Selection Process.
ITEM 6
THE MAIN LEASE AGREEMENT
Approval of a three-year lease agreement with MAGA L.P. for the rental of the property known
as The MAIN, located at 24266 Main Street, from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023, with
' a three-year optional renewal.
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve a three-year lease agreement with MAGA L.P. for the rental of the property known '
as The MAIN, located at 24266 Main Street from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023, in
the amount not to exceed $76,800 annually.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute one three-year renewal beginning on
January 1, 2024, not to exceed the base annual lease amount, inclusive of any adjustments
consistent with standard market rate increases as outlined within the lease agreement.
Addressing the Council on this item were Steve Petzold; and TimBen Boydston, representing the
Canyon Theater Guild.
City Manager Ken Striplin responded to public comments stating that the lease agreement is at
market rate; the City's goal is to continue to recover costs as much as possible, while investing in
the community and providing a well -received arts venue as part of the Art Master Plan; and the
City has substantially supported the Canyon Theater Guild building.
ITEM 7
SANTA CLARITA VALLEY COMMITTEE ON AGING FISCAL YEAR 2020-21
AGREEMENT
The agreement with the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging will support recreation,
health, and wellness programs, transit -related services, and home delivered meals for seniors. '
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve an agreement with the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging in the
amount for $475,000, and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM 8
CONSIDERATION OF AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING A MORATORIUM ON THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW TOBACCO RETAILERS WHO SELL FLAVORED TOBACCO
PRODUCTS FOR AN ADDITIONAL 12 MONTHS OR UNTIL SB 793 TAKES EFFECT,
WHICHEVER IS SOONER
On October 8, 2019, the City Council adopted an urgency ordinance that imposed a moratorium
on the establishment of new tobacco retailers that sell flavored tobacco. That ordinance was
extended through October 7, 2020. Per the terms of Government Code Section 65858, that
ordinance can be extended for an additional 12 months, after the conduct of a public hearing. As
an urgency ordinance, this ordinance will require adoption by a 4/5 vote of the City Council and
will extend the current moratorium by an additional 12 months, or until SB 793 goes into effect,
whichever is sooner. ,
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
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City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing.
2. Consider adoption of an urgency ordinance entitled, "AN URGENCY ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA,
EXTENDING A MORATORIUM ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW
TOBACCO RETAILERS WHO SELL FLAVORED TOBACCO PRODUCTS FOR
AN ADDITIONAL 12 MONTHS OR UNTIL SB 793 TAKES EFFECT,
WHICHEVER IS SOONER."
Mayor Smyth opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Mary Cusick stated that all notices required by law have been provided.
City Attorney Joseph Montes provided the staff report.
No requests to speak were received.
Mayor Smyth closed the public comments.
Adopted Ordinance No. 20-8
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
AYES: Smyth, Miranda, Kellar, McLean, Weste
ITEM 9
SANTA CLARITA PFA LEASE REVENUE BONDS - RECREATIONAL FACILITY SERIES
2020A AND SERIES 202OA-T
Approval of the proposed issuance of Public Financing Authority (PFA) Lease Revenue Bonds
(Recreational Facility) Series 2020A and Series 202OA-T and approval of documents, and the
taking of certain actions in connection therewith
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing.
2. Adopt a resolution approving the issuance of the Santa Clarita Public Financing Authority
Lease Revenue Bonds (Recreational Facility), Series 2020A and Series 2020A-T, in the
Aggregate Principal Amount not to exceed $15,000,000, approving the execution and
delivery of a Site and Facility Lease, a Lease Agreement, a Continuing Disclosure
Certificate, a Bond Purchase Agreement, a Form of Preliminary Official Statement, a Final
Official Statement; approving the retention of certain professional firms; and authorizing the
' taking of certain actions in connection therewith.
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Public Financing Authority:
Adopt a resolution approving the issuance of the Santa Clarita Public Financing Authority '
Lease Revenue Bonds (Recreational Facility), Series 2020A and Series 2020A-T, in the
Aggregate Principal Amount not to exceed $15,000,000, approving the execution and
delivery of a Site and Facility Lease, a Lease Agreement, an Assignment Agreement, an
Indenture, a Bond Purchase Agreement, a Form of Preliminary Official Statement, a Final
Official Statement; and authorizing the taking of certain actions in connection therewith.
Mayor Smyth opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Mary Cusick stated that all notices required by law have been provided.
Director of Administrative Services Carmen Magana provided the staff report.
Addressing the Council in opposition was Steve Petzold.
Mayor Smyth closed the public comments.
Councilmember Kellar requested the City Manager address public comment, and Mr. Striplin
responded that the acquisition is not dependent on the issuance of bonds; Council approved a
resolution allowing for the reimbursement of expenses; public records requests are processed as
prescribed by law; and the facility is an asset for the City and a great opportunity to provide
additional recreational options for residents. '
Council commented on the operations of the rink; tremendous asset the rink will be for the
community; the large community support of the property; and how the acquisition supports
Council's vision of providing amenities for residents, as well as a conference and community
center.
Adopted Resolution No. 20-61 and Resolution No. JPA 20-1
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Marsha McLean, Councilmember
SECONDER:
Bob Kellar, Councilmember
AYES:
Smyth, Miranda, Kellar, McLean, Weste
NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 10
DISCUSSION OF FORMATION OF A LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
At the September 8, 2020, regular City Council meeting, Mayor Smyth requested that the City
Council discuss at the September 22, 2020, regular City Council meeting the possibility of a
Public Health Department.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: '
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City Council:
1. Discuss and provide direction to staff.
2. If deemed appropriate to explore further, authorize the transfer of $25,000 from Contingency
Account 19300-5401.001 to Professional Services, account 19000-5161.002 to hire a
consultant to conduct an analysis on the feasibility of creating and operating a local Public
Health Department.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
Council waived the staff report.
Councilmember McLean requested that the report also include a breakdown of options for more
local control without entirely separating from the County Health Department; and
Councilmember Kellar stated that he did not support this item.
RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 11
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
AYES: Cameron Smyth, Bill Miranda, Marsha McLean, Laurene Weste
NAYS: Bob Kellar
ITEM 11
CONSIDERATION OF A SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT TO INCLUDE NAMING RIGHTS
OF THE NEW SANTA CLARITA BIKE PARK
Consideration of a sponsorship agreement with Trek Bicycle Corporation.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a Sponsorship
Agreement with Trek Bicycle Corporation for naming rights and financial contributions for the
newly -opened City of Santa Clarita Bike Park.
Planning and Economic Development Manager Jason Crawford provided the staff report.
Councilmember McLean suggested that staff should negotiate a better sponsorship price for
naming rights.
Council made comments that the bike park is a work in progress, the sponsorship will help with
both financial support and physical improvements, and Trek is a great support partner with a
global reputation.
Councilmember McLean inquired if there were other companies interested in sponsorship, and
City Manager Ken Striplin responded that Trek is a local company that manufactures bicycles for
international distribution.
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RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
SECONDER: Bob Kellar, Councilmember
AYES: Smyth, Miranda, Kellar, McLean, Weste
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
No requests to speak were received.
STAFF COMMENTS
Councilmember McLean thanked Reverend Rusty George of Real Life Church for his personal
note of support and prayers.
Mayor Smyth invited Council to join him for the October 4 service at Real Life Church where he
will deliver a certificate celebrating their 20th anniversary.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Smyth adjourned the Regular Meeting at 7:17 p.m.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
MAYOR ,
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