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City Council
Regular Meeting
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
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Tuesday, May 13, 2025
—Minutes—
6:00 PM
INVOCATION
Mayor Pro Tern Weste delivered the invocation.
City Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Miranda called to order the Joint Regular meeting of the City Council and Board of
Library Trustees at 6:27 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Pro Tern 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.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Councilmember Gibbs announced that the City proclaims the month of May 2025 as Mental
Health Awareness Month and invited members of the Child and Family Center to the dais to
accept the proclamation and take a photo.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
om Addressing the City Council was Glenda (no last name provided) regarding lithium battery
storage facilities; Tony Maldonado regarding a 2021 lithium battery storage facility letter; James
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Kilton regarding fire safety concerns at Plum Canyon Park; J.R. Cacia regarding fire safety
concerns at Plum Canyon Park; Heather Gerry regarding a -bike safety issues on paseos; Diane
Zimmerman regarding lithium battery storage facilities; Keith Lobert regarding motorized
vehicle safety concerns on the paseos; Chan Reader regarding motorized vehicle safety concerns
on the paseos; and Rose L'Heureux regarding motorized vehicle safety concerns on the paseos.
STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Ken Striplin commented that the City is working with the Fire Department to
discuss safety issues, with a date for a presentation forthcoming; he will follow up on Mr.
Maldonado's letter inquiry; and he commented that staff and law enforcement representatives
will meet with community members regarding safety issues in Plum Canyon Park. Mr. Striplin
commented on the widespread issue of a -bike misuse throughout the City and that there is a
three -pronged approach to address the situation, which includes education, enforcement, and
additions to the municipal code.
Mayor Miranda suggested that penalties be visibly posted for a -bike violations and welcomed the
community to attend and speak at Council meetings.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Mayor Pro Tern Weste thanked Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Council, and
City staff for their work in the transfer of William S. Hart Park to the City and requested an 0=4
adjournment in memory of Kathryn L. Fay, who lived to be 108.
Mayor Miranda commented that the Council deserved applause for their work in transferring
William S. Hart Park to the City.
Councilmember Ayala commented on safety concerns regarding a -bikes on paseos; that she
wanted to propose a safety plan for pedestrians; was concerned about the safety issues in Plum
Canyon Park; and asked if the battery storage facility project could be reversed, to which City
Attorney Joseph Montes shared he would need to look further into and City Manager Ken
Striplin answered he would follow up. Councilmember Ayala re -capped her activities on behalf
of the community including advocacy efforts in Sacramento and efforts to attract tourism;
attendance at the May 8 Financial Accountability and Audit Panel meeting; attendance at
economic development promotional events, including the Sprouts Supermarket Grand Opening
in Canyon Country; and support for the Arts at the Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra.
Councilmember Ayala also mentioned the City's Celebrate event at the Canyon Country
Community Center held on May 9, 2025.
Councilmember Gibbs gave special thanks to the SCV Education Foundation for the 41st
Teacher Tribute event; remarked on the Legacy Academy Gala, the Celebrity Waiter Event, the
Child and Family Taste of the Town event, and Single Mother's Outreach 30th anniversary.
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Councilwoman McLean thanked the public speakers; commented on her attendance at the
Southern California Association of Governments (SCAOG) Regional Assembly meeting, the
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Northern Corridor Cities meeting, and the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments
(SFVCOG) meeting. Councilwoman McLean also mentioned the passing of Skip Newhall,
requesting that the next Council meeting be adjourned in his honor. Councilwoman McLean
commented on the Placerita Canyon Nature Center Open House event and appreciation for their
offerings.
Mayor Miranda commented on the Mayor's Cup Boxing Show, which hosted 54 boxing matches
and aims to help at -risk youth develop focus, discipline, and leadership skills. Mayor Miranda
also commented on the FestAbility event held at West Creek Park on May 4, 2025.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM 1
NEWHALL MIXED USE (MASTER CASE 24-134) - CONTINUED
Public Hearing regarding a request for a new five -story mixed -use building with 78 units and
approximately 5,200 square -feet of commercial on the corner of Main Street, Market Street, and
Railroad Avenue.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Continue the public hearing.
2. Determine that the project is exempt from additional review under the California
Environmental Quality Act as the project was contemplated and will comply with all
mitigation measures established under the Old Town Newhall Specific Plan Final
Environmental Impact Report.
3. Adopt a resolution approving Master Case 24-134 (Conditional Use Permit 24-007, Minor
Use Permit 24-015, Adjustment Permit 24-005, Architectural Design Review 24-017, and
Development Review 24-012) for the construction of a new five -story, mixed -use building
and demolition and delisting of the Masonic Lodge/Courthouse building at the corner of
Main Street, Market Street, and Railroad Avenue, subject to the attached Conditions of
Approval (Exhibit A).
Mayor Pro Tern Weste recused herself, left the dais for the duration of this item, and returned at
9:25 p.m. for the remainder of the agenda.
Mayor Miranda continued the Public Hearing.
Senior Planner Erika Iverson provided the staff presentation.
Jason Tolleson, representing Serrano Development Group, provided the applicant presentation.
Addressing the City Council in support were Carl Goldman, regarding agreement between
KHTS and Serrano Development Group; Lisa Younkin regarding spouse's support letter; Dean
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Cox regarding lease for The Rafters Group; Laurie Rendall regarding investment in Old Town
Newhall (OTN); Amer Nackoud regarding long term gain of project; Kim McBride, representing
Robin Realty, regarding economic opportunities for OTN; David Rendall, representing Re/Max
Gateway and Old Town Junction, regarding economic opportunities for OTN; Ashe Mahoney
regarding economic opportunities for OTN; and Judah Bateman regarding economic
opportunities for OTN.
Addressing the City Council in opposition were Glenda (no last name provided) regarding
courthouse demolition concerns; Felicia Grady, representing the Canyon Theater Guild,
regarding parking concerns; Diane Zimmerman regarding project concerns; Michael Smith,
representing the Canyon Theater Guild, regarding project parking concerns; Ingrid Boydston,
representing the Canyon Theater Guild, regarding project parking concerns; Douglas Holiday,
representing the Canyon Theater Guild, regarding project parking concerns; and TimBen
Boydston, Executive Director of Canyon Theatre Guild, regarding concerns of the project as it
relates to the OTN Specific Plan.
Addressing the City Council in a neutral position were John Lauermann regarding relocation
concerns for The Rafters Group; Tony Maldonado regarding Metrolink parking concerns; and
David Doyle regarding a three-year lease for The Rafters Group.
Four written comment cards were received: two in opposition; one in support; and one did not
indicate a position.
Mayor Miranda closed the public comment portion of the public hearing.
Councilmember Gibbs shared his concerns over the project and made a motion to approve staff s
recommendations, with several amendments. The motion was then tabled until the remaining
Councilmembers shared their comments.
Councilmember Ayala commented that the project aligns with a long-term vision of OTN,
desires to see a parking management plan as part of the project, and hopes to see thoughtful
development that respects the character and business establishments already in OTN.
Mayor Miranda expressed his desire to see the project move forward as presented.
Councilwoman McLean commented on her concerns with the project, including how it differed
in size and full -block definition from Newhall Crossings; the historical preservation contribution
amount; construction impacts to local small businesses; and the desire to review the ordinance
outlining preservation of historical structures in the future. Councilwoman McLean requested
that shuttles be utilized for construction workers, prohibiting parking in the north parking
structure, and her desire to ensure design improvements are implemented.
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Mayor Miranda commented on the applicant meeting the previously established project
requirements, receiving approval from the Planning Commission, and reiterated his support for
the approval of the project.
Councilmember Gibbs made a motion to approve the staff recommendation with three
amendments: 1) historic preservation contribution fee reduced to $300,000, to be utilized for a
future southern Main Street parking structure construction costs; 2) prior to issuance of a
demolition permit for the old Masonic Lodge/Courthouse, the current tenant be allowed 30 days
to remove the historic wood panels, windows, and flooring, and applicant provide resources to
safely move and preserve Masonic Lodge wood roof trusses, to be stored and preserved at
tenant's expense; and 3) recommendation to applicant that prior to issuance of a demolition
permit, applicant remove drywalling on first floor spaces to allow City staff and the Historical
Society to identify and remove historical structures worthy of preservation.
Councilwoman McLean proposed that staff work with The Rafters Group to help them find a
new place to meet, to which the Council concurred.
Councilmember Gibbs' motion carried upon Councilmember Ayala's second.
Adopted Resolution No. 25-12
RESULT:
APPROVED [3 TO 01
MOVER:
Jason Gibbs, Councilmember
SECONDER:
Patsy Ayala, Councilmember
AYES:
Gibbs, Ayala, Miranda
ABSTAIN:
McLean
RECUSED:
Weste
ITEM 2
2025 MUNICIPAL CODE UPDATES - FIRST READING
Public Hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Santa Clarita Municipal Code, Old Town
Newhall Specific Plan; the Lyons Corridor Plan; and the Soledad Canyon Road Corridor Plan for
2025.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing.
2. Determine that the project is exempt from environmental review pursuant to California
Environmental Quality Act under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the common-sense
exemption.
3. Introduce and pass to second reading an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
MASTER CASE 24-112, CONSISTING OF UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE 24-001
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(UDC24-001) AND SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 24-001 (SP24-001), AMENDING
THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE, OLD TOWN NEWHALL SPECIFIC
PLAN, LYONS CORRIDOR PLAN, AND SOLEDAD CANYON ROAD CORRIDOR
PLAN AS SHOWN IN EXHIBITS A-H," waive reading of the text and consent to read by
title only, as listed on the agenda.
Mayor Miranda opened the Public Hearing.
Deputy City Clerk Tiana Bradley reported all notices required by law have been provided.
Associate Planner Andy Olson provided the staff presentation.
Councilwoman McLean inquired about how the City Council could go about addressing
concerns related to Assembly Bill (AB) 2097. City Attorney Joseph Montes shared that one
potential solution would be to set up a process whereby the City Council would be notified via
memo when a developer is invoking AB 2097 in their proposal. Also, preemptive baseline
studies was another potential solution.
Councilmember Gibbs requested a follow-up memorandum to the City Council evaluating the
level of effort and cost to prepare preemptive baseline studies for all locations subject to AB
2097, including Metrolink and bus transfer stations, to which Councilwoman McLean concurred.
Mayor Pro Tern Weste said the City is required to comply with the mandates and vision set forth
by the state to address their urgent need for housing, and that parking spaces are no longer
considered a requirement for development.
Councilmember Ayala commented that even with legislature impositions, the proposed
amendments are consistent with the City's General Plan.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Patsy Ayala, Councilmember
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: McLean, Ayala, Weste, Gibbs, Miranda
ITEM 3
ADJUST CONSOLIDATED FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT DEVELOPER FEES
Public Hearing regarding the Consolidated Fire Protection District developer fees pay for the
cost of fire stations, related fire protection improvements, and fire apparatuses. The resolution
would adjust developer fees by $0.0534 per square foot for fire protection facilities in keeping
with the latest Los Angeles County Development Fee Schedule adopted by the Los Angeles
County Board of Supervisors and required under the Developer Fee Detailed Fire Station Plan.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing.
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2. Adopt a resolution to adjust the Consolidated Fire Protection District developer fee
from $1.6176 per square foot to $1.6710 per square foot in accordance with the
Developer Fee Agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and the Consolidated Fire
Protection District of Los Angeles County.
Mayor Miranda opened the Public Hearing.
Deputy City Clerk Tiana Bradley reported all notices required by law have been provided.
Assistant Fire Chief Patrick Sprengel provided the presentation.
Adopted Resolution No. 25-13
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tern
SECONDER: Patsy Ayala, Councilmember
AYES: Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean, Miranda
ITEM 4
METROWALK SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT (MASTER CASE 24-230)
The applicant, BluMax Santa Clarita, LLC requested amendments to the MetroWalk Specific
Plan.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council continue the item to their regularly scheduled meeting for May 27, 2025.
Deputy City Clerk Tiana Bradley reported all notices required by law have been provided.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tern
SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
AYES: Ayala, Gibbs, Weste, McLean, Miranda
NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 5
FIRST RESPONDER TRIBUTE PROJECT
City Council to receive a presentation sharing the proposed location and approach to honor Santa
Clarita's first responders.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council review and discuss the proposed concept for the First Responder Tribute Project,
and provide direction to staff.
Arts and Events Manager Phil Lantis provided the presentation.
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Councilmember Ayala inquired about the artist, and Mr. Lantis responded that the artist is
Borden Studios Incorporated; Councilwoman McLean commented upon the sculpture samples,
and after discussion, including project budget, Council unanimously agreed to have the Arts
Commission review the project and return it to the City Council with comments.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Jason Gibbs, Councilmember
SECONDER:
Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES:
Ayala, McLean, Weste, Gibbs, Miranda
ITEM 6
APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the April 22, 2025, Special
Meeting
ITEM 7
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the April 22, 2025, Regular
Meeting
ITEM 8
CHECK REGISTER NOS. 09 AND 10
Check Register No. 09 for Period 03/21/25 through 04/03/25 and 04/10/25. Electronic Funds
Transfers for the Period 03/24/25 through 04/04/25. Check Register No. 10 for Period 04/04/25
through 04/17/25 and 04/24/25. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 04/07/25 through
04/18/25.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 09
and Check Register No. 10.
ITEM 9
LIT FIBER TRANSPORT SERVICE AGREEMENT FOR THE MASTER'S UNIVERSITY
City Council consider approving a three-year contract allowing the City to utilize its fiber optic
network and connection to Downtown Los Angeles to provide lit transport service to The
Master's University.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
I. Approve a three-year agreement, with two one-year renewal options, that will allow the City
to provide lit transport service to The Master's University.
2. Authorize an increase of $10,000 in Fiscal Year 2024-25 to revenue account 100-431111
Dark Fiber Lease.
3. Authorize an increase of $9,000 annually in Fiscal Year 2025-26 through Fiscal Year 2027-
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28 to revenue account 100-431111 Dark Fiber Lease.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 10
MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE LICENSE AGREEMENT
The City of Santa Clarita utilizes Microsoft software to operate desktop computers, servers,
databases, applications, and email. This item makes a recommendation that the City Council
consider approving the use of a piggyback agreement to execute a three-year Microsoft
Enterprise Agreement to keep the City's critical software infrastructure properly licensed and
supported.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the use of a "piggyback" agreement using Riverside County Master Agreement
#ITARC-00934 with Dell Inc. to enter into a three-year contract for the continued use of
Microsoft products in the amount of $179,923, and authorize a ten percent contingency in the
amount of $17,992 for potential new licenses, for a total contract amount not to exceed
$197,915.
2. Appropriate funds from the General Fund (Fund 100) to Expenditure Account 1002200-
516101 in the annual ongoing amount of $18,000 beginning in Fiscal Year 2025-26,
contingent upon the appropriation of funds in the annual budget for such fiscal years.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 11
CONTRACT FOR VIRTUALIZATION SOFTWARE AND SUPPORT
City Council consider the approval of utilizing a "piggyback" agreement authorizing the City to
contract with CDW-G for VMware software and support services for three years.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
Approve the use of a "piggyback" agreement using Sourcewell contract # 121923-CDW
with CDW Government, LLC for a total three-year contract amount not to exceed
$136,000 for VMware software and support services.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
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ITEM 12
HYDROPOINT DATA SYSTEMS LMD SUBSCRIPTION AGREEMENT RENEWAL
Council consider the renewal of subscriptions and warranties for Landscape Maintenance
District irrigation controllers.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Award a seven-year service agreement to HydroPoint Data Systems, Inc., in an amount not to
exceed $2,294,349 for wireless, data management, and warranty services to support the
existing weather -based irrigation controller system.
2. Appropriate funds in the amount of $1,897,548 from the Landscape Maintenance District
Fund Balance (Fund 357), $381,361 from Areawide Fund Balance (Fund 367), and $15,440
from Transit Fund Balance (Fund 700), for a total of $2,294,349, to the operational accounts
identified in Attachment 1, effective July 1, 2025.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 13
RESOLUTIONS INITIATING THE ANNUAL LEVY OF SPECIAL DISTRICTS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 ^
City Council consider this required procedural matter providing the adoption of resolutions
initiating proceedings for the Annual Levy of Special Districts for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council adopt resolutions initiating proceedings for the levy and collection of assessments
for Fiscal Year 2025-26 for the Landscape and Lighting District, Drainage Benefit Assessment
Areas, the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District, and the Open Space
Preservation District.
One written comment card in opposition was received.
Adopted Resolution Nos. 25-14, 15, 16, and 17
ITEM 14
RESOLUTION TO INCORPORATE SENATE BILL 1, ROAD REPAIR AND
ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017, LOCAL STREETS AND ROADS, ROAD
MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION FUNDS INTO THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM
City Council consider Senate Bill 1, Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, Local Streets
and Roads, Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds requiring the City of Santa
Clarita to identify project(s) using these funds through the adoption of a resolution at a regular
public meeting.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council: ON"
1. Adopt a resolution declaring the incorporation of a list of projects proposed to be funded by
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Senate Bill 1, Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, Local Streets and Roads, Road
Maintenance and Rehabilitation for Fiscal Year 2025-26 into the Capital Improvement
Program.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
Adopted Resolution No. 25-18
ITEM 15
TAX -SHARING RESOLUTIONS FOR SANITATION DISTRICT, ANNEXATION NOS.
1139 AND 1141
The Santa Clarita Valley Sanitation District provides wastewater treatment services within the
District's service area. To provide wastewater treatment service to properties located outside the
District's service area, the boundary must be expanded through the annexation process. The
District has requested the City Council consider adopting resolutions for two annexations.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Adopt the Santa Clarita Valley Sanitation District's resolutions approving and accepting the
negotiated exchange of property tax revenues resulting from Santa Clarita Valley Sanitation
District Annexation Nos. 1139 and 1141.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
Adopted Resolution Nos. 25-19, 20, 21, and 22
ITEM 16
PARKS MAINTENANCE YARD IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT P4028 - DESIGN
CONTRACT
This item considers awarding a design contract to provide construction documents for the Parks
Maintenance Yard Improvements project. The improvements include a new maintenance
building, additional staff parking area, and enhanced vehicular and pedestrian circulation. This
project will also incorporate maintenance facilities, vehicle and equipment storage, and
technology upgrades.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Extend the current design contract and authorize an increased expenditure authority for design
services with Psomas, in the amount of $1,007,695 and authorize a contingency in the amount
of $100,770, for a total additional contract amount not to exceed $1,108,465.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
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ITEM 17
2025 ON -CALL ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING SERVICES CONTRACTS
City Council consider awarding contracts to qualified vendors to provide as -needed California
Environmental Quality Act services to the City of Santa Clarita.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Award three-year contracts to Chambers Group, Inc.; Dudek; EcoTierra Consulting; HELIX
Environmental Planning, Inc.; Kimley-Horn; Michael Baker International, Inc.; P1aceWorks,
Inc.; and SWCA Environmental Consultants to provide on -call California Environmental
Quality Act services, for a combined total contract amount not to exceed $1,500,000.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute up to two additional one-year renewal
options, for a total contract amount not to exceed $500,000 between all contactors per year.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 18
OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS CONTRACT
This item considers awarding a two-year contract to RRM Design Group to create objective
design and development standards for multifamily and mixed -use residential projects in the City
of Santa Clarita.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Award a two-year contract to RRM Design Group to create objective design and
development standards for multifamily and mixed -use residential projects for a total contract
amount not to exceed $250,000.
2. Appropriate funds in the amount of $250,000 to Miscellaneous Grant Fund (Fund 259)
Planning Grant expenditure account 2593110-516101 and increase Miscellaneous Grant
Fund (Fund 259) revenue account 259-462101 by $250,000.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 19
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES CONTRACT
This item considers awarding contracts for outsourcing occupational health services.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Award a one-year contract to Concentra Medical Centers and AFC Urgent Care of Santa
Clarita to provide occupational health services for a combined annual amount not to exceed
$76,186.
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2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute up to three additional one-year renewal
options beginning in year two, not to exceed the annual contract amount, plus an adjustment
in compensation consistent with the appropriate Consumer Price Index, upon request of the
contractor, and contingent upon the appropriation of funds by the City Council in the annual
budget for such fiscal year.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 20
LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH VERIZON WIRELESS FOR THE INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION OF CELLULAR COMMUNICATIONS IMPROVEMENT EQUIPMENT ON
CITY -OWNED PROPERTY
The item considers the authorization to execute an agreement with Verizon Wireless for the
purpose of installing and operating cellular improvement equipment on City -owned property.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve a License Agreement with Verizon Wireless for the installation of cellular
communications equipment on City -owned property, Assessor's Parcel Number 2811-067-
906.
2. Increase revenue account 100-401204 by $5,000 for Fiscal Year 2024-25 with an ongoing
increase of $30,000 beginning in Fiscal Year 2025-26, subject to a Consumer Price Index
adjustment on the anniversary of the commencement of the License Agreement.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 21
AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF RENEWABLE DIESEL FUEL
City Council consider use of a Sourcewell Cooperative Agreement with TACenergy, LLC, for
the purchase and delivery of renewable green diesel fuel.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the use of a cooperative agreement through Sourcewell contract # 121-522-TAC
through February 10, 2027, for the purchase and delivery of renewable green diesel fuel from
TACenergy, LLC, for a total contract amount not to exceed $350,000.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a one-year extension, contingent upon
renewal of contract #121-522-TAC by Sourcewell, in an amount not -to -exceed $225,000.
3. 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, subject to City
Attorney approval.
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
Addressing the City Council was Leslie Garman regarding her request for Council to attend the
Santa Clarita Master Chorale Concert; and Tre Lewis, Phillip Seymour, and Matt Remick
regarding decriminalizing personal drug use.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Miranda adjourned the Regular Meeting in memory of Kathryn L. Fay at 10:18 p.m.
MAYOR
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