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City Council
Regular Meeting
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency
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—Minutes—
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
INVOCATION
Councilmember Gibbs 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
mom Library Trustees and Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency at 6:07 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember Gibbs 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
Mayor Miranda commented on the significance of Juneteenth as a day of liberation,
remembrance, and reflection. Mayor Miranda announced that the City of Santa Clarita (City)
proclaims Thursday, June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth and invited Rlynn Smith Thomas, and
members of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Santa
Clarita to the dais to accept the proclamation and take a photo.
Councilmember Ayala reaffirmed the City's commitment to inclusivity, equality, and respect for
all. Councilmember Ayala announced that the City proclaims June 2025 as Pride Month and
invited members of PFLAG Santa Clarita, and the SCV LGBTQ Center to the dais to accept the
proclamation and take a photo.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the City Council was TimBen Boydston, representing the Canyon Theatre Guild,
regarding shuttle service for Old Town Newhall; Steven H. Baron regarding parking on Main
Street; Daryl Terrell regarding a one and done law for catalytic converter theft and Assembly
Bill 641; Tony Maldonado regarding a lithium battery storage facility evacuation plan; Glenda
(no last name provided) regarding Pride Month; and Diane Zimmerman regarding Burrtec fee
rate increase.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Ayala commented on the progress regarding the emergency evacuation plan for
the lithium battery storage facility, mentioning that she would especially like to see guidance for
seniors, and City Manager Ken Striplin added that the City, in collaboration with the Los
Angeles County Fire Department, was coordinating a meeting for the community to discuss the
emergency evacuation plan. Councilmember Ayala also commented on the City's invitation from
Baldwin Park to meet with the Counsul General of Mexico; her attendance at local high school
graduation events; attendance at a briefing from Los Angeles County Sheriff Luna; and
attendance at a meeting discussing the Metro Light Rail project connecting Santa Clarita and the
San Fernando Valley, University of California Los Angeles, and Santa Monica.
Mayor Pro Tern Weste commented that she would like to know the date of the emergency
evacuation plan meeting so that she could attend; talked about the importance of conscientious
recycling; reminded residents of the City's invitation to attend the grand opening of the 39th park
at the historic Pioneer Oil Refinery on June 17; and further invited residents to attend the River
of Lights Illumination Ceremony on June 25.
Councilmember Gibbs commented on the Boys and Girls Club Big Easy Auction event and
mentioned the Salvation Army 2nd Annual Donut Day fundraising event that took place on June
7, thanking all those who supported the event.
Councilwoman McLean thanked Mr. Terrell for speaking and requested that staff look into the
steps the City of Moreno Valley took to address catalytic converter thefts; mentioned the Boys
and Girls Club Big Easy Auction; remarked on her attendance at the Southern California
Association of Governments (SLAG) Transportation Policy Committee and Regional Council
meetings on June 5, where a report was received regarding the California High -Speed Rail and
Brightline Rail projects that contained funding forecasts; and reminded residents of the Santa
Clarita Public Library's 2025 Summer Reading Program, running from June 9 through July 26.
Mayor Miranda commented on his attendance at music and theatre arts events on Main Street
and at CalArts over the weekend, noting how the Council continues to support the arts. Mayor
Miranda also expressed his interest and support of a shuttle service on a trial basis in Old Town
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.•. Newhall as presented by Mr. Boydston, obtaining Council concurrence for the City Manager to
explore and present an item on the matter at the July City Council meeting.
Mayor Pro Tern Weste expressed her support of a shuttle service; however, due to the historical
significance, animals, and artwork, she stressed that Hark Park needs to remain secure and would
not be a viable shuttle stop.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM 1
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THE
ANNUAL STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
Public Hearing regarding the determination and approval of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Fee rates for Fiscal Year 2025-26.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
Conduct a public hearing on the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee for Fiscal Year
2025-26.
2. Introduce an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING THE ANNUAL
STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26" waive
reading of the text and consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda, and pass to
second reading.
Mayor Miranda opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Mary Cusick stated all notices required by law have been provided.
Council waived the staff presentation.
No requests to speak were received.
Mayor Miranda closed the public comment portion of the public hearing.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tern
SECONDER: Patsy Ayala, Councilmember
AYES: Ayala, Gibbs, Weste, McLean, Miranda
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ITEM 2
FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 ANNUAL LEVY FOR OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION DISTRICT
As required by state law, staff presents for City Council's consideration the Final Engineer's
Report for the Open Space Preservation District and requests approval to provide the Los
Angeles County Assessor necessary data for the assessments to appear on the Fiscal Year 2025-
26 Property Tax Rolls.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council conduct a public hearing regarding the adoption of a resolution approving the
Engineer's Report for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 annual levy of assessments for the Open Space
Preservation District.
Mayor Miranda opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Mary Cusick stated all notices required by law have been provided.
Council waived the staff presentation.
No requests to speak were received.
Mayor Miranda closed the public comment portion of the public hearing.
Adopted Resolution No. 25-30
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Jason Gibbs, Councilmember
SECONDER:
Patsy Ayala, Councilmember
AYES:
Gibbs, McLean, Ayala, Weste, Miranda
ITEM 3
FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS AND SPECIAL TAXES FOR
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
As required by state law, staff presents for City Council's consideration the Final Engineer's
Reports and Annual Reports for the various special districts and requests approval to provide the
Los Angeles County Assessor's Office with all necessary data for the assessments and special
taxes to appear on the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Property Tax Rolls.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing for the Landscaping and Lighting District; the Drainage Benefit
Assessment Areas; the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District; the Tourism
Marketing District; and the Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District.
2. Adopt resolutions approving the Engineer's Reports for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 annual levy
of assessments for the continuation of maintenance for the Landscaping and Lighting
District; the Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas; the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space
Maintenance District; the Tourism Marketing District; and the Vista Canyon Wastewater
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Own Standby District.
3. Accept and file the annual report for the Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista
Canyon CFD).
Mayor Miranda opened the Public Hearing.
City Clerk Mary Cusick stated all notices required by law have been provided.
Council waived the staff presentation.
No requests to speak were received.
Mayor Miranda closed the public comment portion of the public hearing.
Adopted Resolution Nos. 25-31, 32, 33, 34, and 35
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Patsy Ayala, Councilmember
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES: McLean, Weste, Gibbs, Ayala, Miranda
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ITEM 4
FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET AND CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget was distributed to the City Council on May 19, 2025.
In addition, on May 20, 2025, the Planning Commission made a finding by minute action that the
Draft Fiscal Year 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City of Santa
Clarita's General Plan. Further, at the May 27, 2025, City Council meeting, a public hearing was
opened and the draft budget was presented.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council and City Council acting as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency
of the City of Santa Clarita:
1. Adopt a resolution adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26, making
appropriations for the amounts budgeted and establishing policies for the administration of
the adopted Annual Budget.
2. Adopt a resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program.
3. Adopt a resolution approving and adopting the annual appropriations limit for
Fiscal Year 2025-26.
om 4. Adopt a resolution electing to receive all or a portion of the tax revenues pursuant to the
Health and Safety Code (Community Redevelopment Law).
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5. Adopt a resolution amending the Cit 's Classification Plan and Sal Schedule providing
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for compensation of the employees of the City of Santa Clarita.
6. Adopt a resolution adopting an amendment to the Conflict of Interest Code.
Finance Manager Brittany Houston delivered the staff presentation.
Addressing the City Council was Tony Maldonado regarding clarification on budget
calculations.
City Manager Ken Striplin commented that Ms. Houston would speak with Mr. Maldonado
separately regarding his inquiries.
Mayor Pro Tern Weste thanked staff for the budget brought forth, commenting that it was put
together well.
Councilmember Ayala thanked staff for the budget brought forth, commenting that it reflected
the community's values.
Adopted Resolution Nos. 25-36, 37, 38, 39, 40, and 41
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tern
SECONDER: Jason Gibbs, Councilmember
AYES: McLean, Gibbs, Ayala, Weste, Miranda
CONSENT CALENDAR
Nil items approved except Item 9, which was pulled from the
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
SECONDER: Patsy Ayala, Councilmember
AYES: Weste, Ayala, McLean, Gibbs, Miranda
ITEM 5
CHECK REGISTER NO. 12
Check Register No. 12 for the Period 05/02/25 through 05/15/25 and 05/22/25. Electronic Funds
Transfers for the Period of 05/05/25 through 05/16/25.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 12.
ITEM 6
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the May 27, 2025, Regular
Meeting
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ITEM 7
CITY HALL & VALENCIA LIBRARY WINDOW SEAL & WALL JOINT REPAIR -
PROJECT M1044
This item considers awarding a construction contract for City Hall and Valencia Library, which
includes window seal and wall joint repair.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to Angelus Waterproofing and Restoration, Inc., in the amount
of $384,777, and authorize a contingency in the amount of $38,477, for a total contract
amount not to exceed $423,254.
2. Authorize a one-time transfer of General, Capital funds (Fund 601) in the amount of $30,000
from the City Hall Blind Replacement & Exterior Lighting, Project M1045, expenditure
account M1045601-516101 to City Hall & Valencia Library Window Seal & Wall Joint
Repair, Project M1044, expenditure account M1044601-516101 and reduce project
expenditure account M1044309-516101 (Public Library Fund) by $30,000.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
Addressing the City Council was Tony Maldonado regarding the potential sale of the Valencia
'm Library.
City Manager Ken Striplin confirmed that the City is not in discussions with Los Angeles
County for a buyback of the Valencia Library.
ITEM 8
AGREEMENT AUTHORIZING PUBLIC EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT GRANT WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
The City of Santa Clarita has been awarded a grant of $25,000 through the Safe, Clean Water
Program's Public Education and Community Engagement Grant. This grant will fund storm
water outreach initiatives.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Accept Safe, Clean Water Public Education and Community Engagement grant funds from
the Los Angeles County Flood Control District.
2. Appropriate funds in the amount of $25,000 to Miscellaneous Grant (Fund 259)
Environmental Services Grant Project account 2597233-516101 and increase Miscellaneous
Grant (Fund 259) revenue account 259-462101 by $25,000.
one 3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
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ITEM 9
METROWALK SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT (MASTER CASE 24-230) - SECOND
READING
City Council consideration in adopting the proposed amendments to the MetroWalk Specific
Plan.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council adopt an ordinance entitled: "THE METROWALK SPECIFIC PLAN (MASTER
CASE 24-230, SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT (24-002)," waive reading of the text and
consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda.
ITEM 9 WAS PULLED
ITEM 10
2024-25 OVERLAY AND SLURRY SEAL PROGRAM - OVERLAY C, D, AND SLURRY
SEAL, PROJECT M0157 - PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACTS
City Council consider awarding construction contracts for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal
Program - Overlay C, Overlay D, and Slurry Seal projects. The annual overlay and slurry seal
projects are an integral part of the City of Santa Clarita's pavement management program. Each
year, streets are evaluated and identified for needed pavement preservation and rehabilitation
treatments.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the plans and specifications for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slung Seal Program —
Overlay C, Project M0157.
2. Approve the plans and specifications for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program —
Overlay D, Project M0157.
3. Approve the plans and specifications for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program —
Slurry Seal, Project M0157.
4. Award the construction contract for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program — Overlay
C project to Toro Enterprises, Inc., in the amount of $2,798,316 and authorize a contingency
in the amount of $419,747, for a total contract amount not to exceed $3,218,063.
5. Award the construction contract for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program — Overlay
D project to Toro Enterprises, Inc., in the amount of $3,948,129 and authorize a contingency
in the amount of $592,219, for a total contract amount not to exceed $4,540,348.
6. Award the construction contract for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program — Slurry
Seal project to American Asphalt South, Inc., in the amount of $1,317,014 and authorize a
contingency in the amount of $197,552, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,514,566.
7. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval.
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Addressing the City Council was Tony Maldonado regarding the roadway condition along Sierra
Highway and sidewalk access along Via Princessa.
City Manager Ken Striplin commented that there were multiple roadways slated for repair that
Mr. Maldonado could view in the public agenda packet, and, as the City continues to grow, the
City continues to address the issue of sidewalks along its 75-square miles, building sidewalks
where pedestrian needs are demonstrated.
Councilmember Ayala requested to know what areas of Sierra Highway were part of CalTrans,
and Mr. Striplin responded that the area of Sierra Highway and Soledad Canyon Road were
within the City's jurisdiction and that the City would ask CalTrans about possible sidewalk
construction in the area within their jurisdiction.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
There were no additional requests to speak received.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Miranda adjourned the Regular Meeting at 7:24 p.m.
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