HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-09-28 - AGENDA REPORTS - REGULAR MTG MIN (2)CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
City Council
Regular Meeting
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, Councilmemher, City Manager, City Attorney, and City
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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
~Minutes~
6:00 PM
INVOCATION
Mayor Pro Tem Weste delivered the invocation.
City Council Chambers
Mayor Miranda honored the 13 American service members who recently lost their lives in
Afghanistan by calling out each name.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Miranda called to order the Joint Regular meeting of the City Council and Board of
Library Trustees at 6:10 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Pro Tem 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 Gibbs, second by Weste, to approve the agenda.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
FRESULT: APPROVED AGENDA
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Mayor Miranda spoke of Hispanic Heritage month, celebrating the culture and contributions of
American citizens whose ancestors come from Mexico, Spain, the Caribbean, Central and South
America, announced that the City proclaims September 15 to October 15 as Hispanic Heritage
month, and invited members of the community to accept the proclamation at the dais.
Councilmember Gibbs announced that the City of Santa Clarita's Volunteer Engagement
Program earned the prestigious 2021 Rising to Excellence Award from the National Association
of Volunteer Programs in Local Government and invited the Volunteer Engagement Team to the
dais for a photo.
Councilmember Smyth recognized the Santa Clarita Blue Heat team for claiming their second
United Women's Soccer League title in their club history and invited the team members to the
dais to accept the certificate and take a photo with the Council.
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Councilmember McLean announced that the City of Santa Clarita's Clerk and Contract Services
division earned the Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement for 2021 from the o
National Procurement Institute, Inc., for the eighth consecutive year, and invited the team to the v
dais for a photo.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council were Alan Ferdman, representing Santa Clarita Community Council,
regarding diversity and the Human Relations Roundtable; Elaine Ballace regarding pets with
lymphoma and weed control, and support for an upcoming film festival; Stephen Daniels
regarding The Cube and a pedestrian bridge proposal at 16th Street and Orchard Village Road;
and Douglas Fraser regarding complaint forms.
STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Ken Striplin offered condolences to Ms. Ballace for her recent loss, addressed
support for the film festival, and will have staff look at the Orchard Village Road pedestrian
crossing. Councilmember Smyth commented that school time traffic can be intense and the City
should look at any potential traffic safety measures at that intersection.
Mr. Striplin commented on the professionalism of staff and recognized Communications
Manager Carrie Luj an, who received the Communicator of the Year award at the City County
Communications and Marketing Association's conference in Saint Louis, Missouri, last week.
Following Mr. Striplin's comments, the Mayor invited Ms. Luj an to the dais to say a few words.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Gibbs offered condolences to Ms. Ballace on the recent loss of her dog and
requested an update on Camp Scott and Scudder. Intergovernmental Relations Analyst Masis
Hagobian reported on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors' directions to the County
subcommittee on ranking all juvenile detention facilities, with the next virtual meeting of the
board to be held on September 16. Councilmember Gibbs requested that the next Board of
Supervisors' meeting information be available on the City's social media; commended Carousel
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Ranch on a recent fundraising event benefiting equestrian therapy for special needs; commented
on Santa Clarita resident Kevin Mather for winning a gold medal in archery in the Paralympic
games; and congratulated Ms. Luj an.
Mayor Pro Tem Weste announced that the annual River Rally event will be held on September
18 to clean up a portion of the river; commented on the exceptional local athletes, staff, and
residents, and is grateful to live in this community.
Councilmember Smyth made no comments.
Councilmember McLean recognized Kevin Mather and congratulated all the young athletes at
the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics; mentioned she has witnessed the growth of the Latino
Business Alliance under the leadership of Mayor Miranda; congratulated Ms. Luj an and spoke of
past State of the City luncheons, and the next luncheon will take lace on November 4; warned
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residents of the impacts of Senate Bill 9 (SB9), which allows the placement of multi -family
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residences on a single-family residence property, and urged concerned citizens to contact the
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Governor's office; and offered her condolences to Ms. Ballace.
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Mayor Pro Tem Weste commented on the potential impacts of S139 affecting sewage lines, and
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requested a City letter sent to the Regional Water Quality Control Board for requirements at a
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state level to manage issues related to density. Councilmember McLean added that the Regional
Water Quality Control Board could potentially require cities to fix the issues.
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Mayor Miranda commented on attending, along with Councilmember McLean, an event hosted
by La Mesa Junior High where there was an opportunity for students to ask questions of
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astronauts at the International Space Station; announced that there are upcoming performances
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and art events at The Main in Old Town Newhall, and public skate sessions are available at The
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PUBLIC HEARINGS a�
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ITEM I
SANTA CLARITA LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT ANNEXATION NO. 2021-1
PUBLIC HEARING a
Conduct SMD Annexation 2021-1 Public Hearin associated with the annexing of specific
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parcels throughout the City into Santa Clarita Streetlight Maintenance District, Zone B.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing, and open and tabulate ballots.
2. Adopt a resolution approving the Engineer's Report for annexing specific parcels throughout
the City of Santa Clarita into Santa Clarita Streetlight Maintenance District, Zone B, if no
majority protest exists, and order levies beginning Fiscal Year 2022-23 . If a majority protest
exists, no further action will be required.
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Mayor Miranda opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Mary Cusick announced that all notices required by law have been provided.
Council waived the staff report.
No requests to speak were received.
Mayor Miranda closed the public comments.
Special Districts Manager Kevin Tonoian adjourned to the Century Room to tabulate the ballots
in an open setting.
Council proceeded to Consent Calendar while the ballots were tabulated.
Council returned to the item after consent vote.
City Clerk Mary Cusick announced that 81 percent of the ballots are in favor of the annexations
and 19 percent are opposed. Therefore, there is no majority protest.
Adopted Resolution No. 21-54 and Resolution No. 21-55
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
AYES: Miranda, Weste, Gibbs, McLean, Smyth
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
AYES: Miranda, Weste, Gibbs, McLean, Smyth
ITEM 2
APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the August 24, 2021, Special
Meeting.
ITEM 3
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the August 24, 2021, Regular
Meeting.
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ITEM 4
CHECK REGISTER NO. 16 AND 17
Check Register No. 16 for the Period 07/02/21 through 07/15/21 and 07/22/21. Electronic Funds
Transfers for the Period 07/05/21 through 07/16/21. Check Register No. 17 for the Period
07/16/21 through 07/29/21 and 08/05/21. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 07/19/21
through 07/3 0/21.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 16
and 17.
ITEM 5
ADOPTION OF THE UPDATED HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE FEDERAL DISASTER MITIGATION ACT OF 2000 (PUBLIC LAW 106-390)
Adopt the update of the City of Santa Clarita Local Hazard Mitigation Plan in accordance with
the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve the updated City of Santa Clarita Local Hazard Mitigation Plan in
accordance with the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000.
ITEM 6
SANTA CLARITA VALLEY COMMITTEE ON AGING FISCAL YEAR 2021-22
AGREEMENT
The Fiscal Year 2021-22 agreement with the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging will
support home delivered meals and recreation, health, and wellness programs for seniors.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve an agreement with the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging in the amount of
$325,000, and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to
City Attorney approval.
2. Approve the continuation of funding provided to the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on
Aging during Fiscal Year 2020-21 in the amount of $93,968 for unused funding provided to
them for transit related services.
ITEM 7
LEASE AGREEMENT AMENDMENT FOR SENATOR SCOTT WILK'S FIELD OFFICE AT
CITY HALL SUITE 250
Authorization of an extension of the lease agreement for Senator Scott Wilk's field office in
Suite 250 of City Hall.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute on behalf of the City of Santa
Clarita an Amendment to the Lease Agreement with the Senate Rules Committee, California
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Legislature, in a monthly amount of $1,013.43, with an annual increase of three percent through
the duration of the agreement, for the continued use of approximately 600 square feet of
commercial space for the field office of Senator Scott Wilk, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 8
NEWHALL PARK AND RIDE SOLAR LIGHTING PROJECT - PHASE I CONSTRUCTION
This project includes the procurement and installation of luminaries, poles, solar panels,
batteries, and a control system to enhance nighttime lighting for residents utilizing the Newhall
Park and Ride.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
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1. Award a construction contract to California Professional Engineering, Inc., in the amount of v
$123,614, and authorize a contingency in the amount of $12,361, for a total contract amount -�
not to exceed $135,975.
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2. Award a professional services agreement to Visual Terrain, Inc., in an amount not to exceed v
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$10,000 for construction support services. a
3. Authorize a one-time appropriation of $145,975 from Streetlight Ad Valorem Fund 354 to
CIP Proj ect No. F20143 54-516101, Newhall Park and Ride Solar Lighting Proj ect - Phase 1.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
No requests to speak were received.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Miranda adjourned the Regular Meeting in memory of Nancy Carol Miller and Alex
Morales at 7:26 p.m.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
MAYOR
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