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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 9, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
INVOCATION
Councilmember Gibbs 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 6:19 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 Pro Tent Ayala discussed the William S. Hart Union High School District on its 80th
Anniversary, honoring eight decades of educational excellence and service to the Santa Clarita
Valley, and acknowledged the District's commitment to student success and its strong
partnerships with families, community organizations, and the City. Representatives from the Hart
District were invited to the dais to accept the recognition and take a photo.
Mayor Weste spoke on the City recognizing June 19 as Juneteenth, commemorating the end of n
slavery in the United States and honoring freedom, resilience, and the contributions of African
Americans. Mayor Weste emphasized the importance of education, reflection, and fostering an
inclusive community. Rlynn Smith Thomas and members of the NAACP Santa Clarita were
invited to the dais to accept the proclamation and take a photo.
Councilmember Miranda reaffirmed the City's commitment to inclusivity, equality, and respect
for all. Councilmember Miranda announced that the City proclaims June 2026 as Pride Month
and invited Tracy Hayden and members of PFLAG Santa Clarita to the dais to accept the
proclamation and take a photo.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council were Timothy Babeq regarding Flock cameras; Jerry Charbonneau,
regarding affordable housing; Debra Volk, regarding Bridgeport fishing; Mona Huckaby,
regarding Bouquet Canyon Road closure; Mik Prajapati, regarding Bouquet Canyon Road
closure; Deanna Swanson, regarding Copper Hill Road; Valerie Bradford, regarding Bouquet
Canyon Road closure; and Amy Hovsepian, regarding a -bikes and fishing.
STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Ken Striplin addressed comments regarding Bridgeport Lake, stating that staff
working with the home owners association is in the process of researching possible solutions.
Mr. Striplin commented regarding the Bouquet Canyon Road closure and that staff understands n
the impact on businesses, have been in communication with business owners, and continues
developing creative remedies. Mr. Striplin further stated that staff would inspect Copper Hill
Road to ensure it is properly maintained and free of hazards.
Mayor Pro Tern Ayala commented on the challenges facing businesses affected by the Bouquet
Canyon Road closure, encouraged continued dialogue with the developer, and suggested making
information available regarding assistance programs and other resources for affected business
owners. Councilwoman McLean commented on a resident's concern regarding road conditions
on Copper Hill Drive and what options were being explored. Mayor Weste commented regarding
the impacts of the Bouquet Canyon Road closure on local businesses and thanked City staff for
their ongoing efforts to assist affected business owners.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Mayor Pro Tern Ayala commented on attending multiple events with State representatives, the
City Manager, and Mayor Weste, who continue to advocate for a different location for the
proposed Courthouse in Santa Clarita, and provided an update on the City's use of goat grazing
for fire prevention in Towsley Canyon and attending the Salvation Army's Third Annual Donut
Day.
Councilmember Miranda commented on attending Salvation Army's Third Annual Donut Day
and his appreciation for Augustin Pietro and everything he has done for the community.
Councilmember Gibbs commented on his agreement of appreciation of Augustin Pietro and
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.� included a special shout -out to Ed Masterson for emceeing the event. Councilmember Gibbs
inquired regarding Los Angeles Metro small business grants, and Mayor Pro Tem Ayala
responded that their funding is federal.
Councilwoman McLean commented on attending the Great American Campout, the Memorial
Day event at Eternal Valley, and the Grand Reopening of David March Park. Councilwoman
McLean commented on attending the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)
Transportation Committee and Regional Council meetings, which included a discussion of the
formation of a subcommittee to discuss the upcoming Regional Housing Needs Allocation
methodology from the state and an update from a representative from the California High Speed
Rail project.
Mayor Weste commented on the David March Park Grand Reopening and thanked staff for a
successful event.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM 1
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 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 2026-27 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 2026-27 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
Standby District.
3. Accept and file the annual report for the Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista
Canyon CFD).
Mayor Waste opened the Public Hearing.
Deputy City Clerk Angelica Aguirre reported all notices required by law have been provided.
Mayor Weste waived the staff presentation.
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No requests to speak were received.
Mayor Weste closed the public comment period.
Adopted Resolution Nos. 26-25, 26-26, 26-27, 26-25, and 26-29
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jason Gibbs, Councilmember
SECONDER: Bill Miranda, Councilmember
AYES: Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean, Miranda
ITEM 2
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 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 2026-
27 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 2026-27 annual levy of assessments for the Open Space
Preservation District.
Mayor Weste opened the Public Hearing.
Deputy City Clerk Angelica Aguirre reported all notices required by law have been provided.
Mayor Weste waived the staff presentation.
No requests to speak were received.
Mayor Weste closed the public comment period.
Adopted Resolution No. 26-30
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Patsy Ayala, Mayor Pro Tent
SECONDER:
Marsha McLean, Councilwoman
AYES:
Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean, Miranda
ITEM 3
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THE
ANNUAL STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
Public Hearing regarding the determination and approval of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Fee rates for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
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1. Conduct a public hearing on the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee for Fiscal Year
2026-27.
2. Introduce and pass to second reading 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
2026-27 "
Mayor Weste opened the Public Hearing.
Deputy City Clerk Angelica Aguirre reported all notices required by law have been provided.
Mayor Waste waived the staff presentation.
No requests to speak were received.
Mayor Weste closed the public comment period.
RESULT:
APPROVED ]UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Bill Miranda, Councilmember
SECONDER:
Jason Gibbs, Councilmember
AYES:
Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean, Miranda
CITYWIDE ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM - CONTRACT MODIFICATION FOR
PASEO POLE LIGHTING AND SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATIONS
This item considers an amendment to the agreement with Climatec, LLC, to authorize the
installation of solar panels at three City facilities and the replacement of paseo pole lighting
within the Northbridge community to improve system reliability and performance.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Amend the current contract with Climatec, LLC., to authorize the replacement of paseo pole
lighting in the Northbridge paseo system and solar panel installations in the amount of
$2,542,608, for a total contract amount not to exceed $38,027,075.
2. Increase General Fund Capital Projects Revenue Account 601-462110 (Energy Rebates) by
$2,534,622, and appropriate $2,214,253 to Energy Efficiency Expenditure Account
R0033601-516101.
3. Appropriate a one-time budget increase from the Landscape Maintenance District Fund
Balance (Fund 357) to expenditure account 3572425-516113 in the amount of $328,355.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
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review.
Mayor Weste opened the Public Hearing.
Deputy City Clerk Angelica Aguirre reported all notices required by law have been provided.
Mayor Weste waived the staff presentation.
No requests to speak were received.
Mayor Weste closed the public comment period.
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Patsy Ayala, Mayor Pro Teat
SECONDER:
Marsha McLean, Councilwoman
AYES:
Waste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean, Miranda
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ITEM 5
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET AND CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
At the May 26, 2026, City Council meeting, a public hearing was held, the draft budget was
presented, and the City Council found the draft Fiscal Year 2026-27 Capital Improvement
Program is consistent with the City of Santa Clarita's General Plan. This item considers adoption
of resolutions pertaining to the budget.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council and City Council acting as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency
of the City of Santa Clarita:
L Adopt a resolution adopting the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27, 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 2026-27 Capital Improvement Program.
3. Adopt a resolution approving and adopting the annual appropriations limit for Fiscal Year
2026-27.
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 City's Classification Plan and Salary Schedule, providing
for compensation of the employees of the City. n
6. Adopt a resolution adopting an amendment to the Conflict of Interest Code.
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Finance Manager Brittany Houston provided the staff report.
Adopted Resolution Nos. 26-31, 26-32, 26-33, 26-34, 26-35, and 26-36
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Jason Gibbs, Councilmember
SECONDER:
Patsy Ayala, Mayor Pro Tern
AYES:
Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean, Miranda
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESULT:
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER:
Marsha McLean, Councilwoman
SECONDER:
Patsy Ayala, Mayor Pro Tem -
AYES:
Weste, Ayala, Gibbs, McLean, Miranda
ITEM 6
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES — The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the May 26, 2026, Regular
Meeting.
CHECK REGISTER NO. 12
Check Register No. 12 for Period 05/01/26 through 05/14/26 and 05/21/26. Electronic Funds
Transfers for the Period 05/04/26 through 05/15/26.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 12.
AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
AND APPROVE FUNDING USES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 MEASURE A LOCAL
SOLUTIONS FUND ALLOCATION
City Council to consider an amendment to the Los Angeles County FY 2025-26 Agreement to
continue to receive Measure A funding to support grants for Family Promise and Bridge to
Home and to fund a Homeless Services Intem to implement the 2025 Community Plan to
Address Homelessness.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Amend contract with Los Angeles County and approve funding uses for the Measure A Local
Solutions Funds in the amount of $531,272 to be distributed as follows: $251,726 to Family
Promise for emergency rental assistance to families experiencing or at risk of homelessness,
$251,726 to Bridge to Home to support continued operations of its interim housing site and
navigation services; and $27,820 for the Homeless Services Intent to support administration
nn of the Santa Clarita Valley Task Force on Homelessness.
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2. Increase revenue account 273-462101 (Measure A Miscellaneous Revenue) by $531,272 and n
appropriate $27,820 to expenditure account 2733207-500201 (Measure A Homeless
Initiative PTS) and $503,452 to expenditure account 2733207-516101 (Measure A Homeless
Initiative Contractual Services).
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney review.
Addressing the Council was Cherise Moore.
ITEM 9
FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 LOS ANGELES COUNTY AFFORDABLE HOUSING
SOLUTIONS AGENCY ANNUAL BUDGET FOR MEASURE A FUNDS
City Council consideration of the FY 2026-27 Los Angeles County Affordable Housing
Solutions Agency (LACAHSA) annual budget for Measure A funds, including approval of the
expenditure plan and authorization to submit the budget to LACAHSA. The budget allocates
$3,409,431 across Production, Preservation, and Ownership, Technical Assistance, and Renter
Protection and Homelessness Prevention categories.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget for Los Angeles County Affordable Housing
Solutions Agency (LACAHSA) funding and authorize its submission.
2. Increase Measure A LACAHSA revenues and corresponding appropriations as follows:
increase revenue account 275-462101 (LACAHSA PPO) by $2,439,239 and appropriate the
same amount to expenditure account 2753208-517101; increase revenue account 277-462101
(LACAHSA TA) by $138,599 and appropriate the same amount to expenditure account
2773210-516102.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney review.
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CIRCULATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, COPPER HILL DRIVE AT WEST HILLS
DRIVE AND BOUQUET CANYON ROAD AT CENTRAL PARK, PROJECT C0080 -
DESIGN CONTRACT
This item considers awarding a design contract for the Circulation Improvement Program,
Copper Hill Drive at West Hills Drive and Bouquet Canyon Road at Central Park project. The
improvements include modifications to the intersection of Copper Hill Drive and West Hills
Drive and Central Park exit to enhance traffic Bow and allow through traffic to continue
unimpeded. Additional improvements include reconfiguring the Central Park main access to
provide dual left -turn lanes and a dedicated right-tum lane onto Bouquet Canyon Road, as well
as adding a U-tum movement to facilitate westbound circulation from the park's west exit. n
RECOMMENDED ACTION: `
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City Council:
1. Award the design contract to Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., for the Circulation
Improvement Program, Copper Hill Drive at West Hills Drive and Bouquet Canyon Road at
Central Park, Project C0080, in the amount of $647,162 and authorize a contingency in the
amount of $64,716, for a total contract amount not to exceed $711,878.
2. Authorize the City Clerk to accept a dedication and grant of easement for public use and road
purposes subject to final review by the City Attorney.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute an amendment to the Ground Lease
Agreement with Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency for the Central Park Sports Facility,
expanding the lease boundary subject to City Attorney approval.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney review.
REFRIGERATION PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES
CONTRACT FOR THE CUBE ICE AND ENTERTAINMENT CENTER
This item considers awarding a contract to Complete Thermal Services, hie. for Refrigeration
Preventative Maintenance and Repair Services for The Cube Ice and Entertainment Center.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Award a three-year contract to Complete Thermal Services, Inc., for preventative
maintenance and repair services for the thermal, HVAC, and ammonia refrigeration systems
at The Cube Ice and Entertainment Center for an annual amount of $96,820; and authorize an
annual contingency in the amount of $9,682, for a total contract amount not to exceed
$319,506.
2. Approve an ongoing appropriation in the amount of $106,502 from the Recreation Facility
Fund (Fund 120) to Contractual Services Expenditure Account 1205120-516101, beginning
in FY 2026-27.
3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute up to two additional one-year renewal
options beginning in Fiscal Year 2029-30, not to exceed the annual contract amount, plus an
adjustment consistent with the appropriate Consumer Price Index.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents,
subject to City Attorney review.
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ITEM 12
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CONTRACT FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES AT THE CUBE ICE AND ENTERTAINMENT
CENTER
Contract award for janitorial services at The Cube Ice and Entertainment Center.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the use of a cooperative agreement through Sourcewell contract #031125-NEWG
and award a one-year contract to NewGen Cleaning Services, forjanitorial services at The
Cube Ice and Entertainment Center in the amount of $136,516 and authorize a contingency in
the amount of $6,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $142,516.
2. Approve an ongoing appropriation in the amount of $142,516 from the Recreation Facility
Fund Balance (Fund 120) to the Janitorial Services Expenditure Account 1205120-516143,
beginning in Fiscal Year 2026-27.
3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute an additional one-year renewal option,
not to exceed the annual contract amount, plus an adjustment consistent with the appropriate
Consumer Price Index.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents
subject to City Attorney review.
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ITEM 13
CONSULTANT PREPARATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE
SUNRIDGE DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT
Per the California Environmental Quality Act, an Environmental Impact Report must he
prepared for the Sunridge Development. This is a request for the City Council to award a
contract for the preparation of that required document for the project.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Award a contract to Michael Baker International, Inc., for the preparation of the Sumidge
Development project Environmental Impact Report (Master Case 24-266) in the amount of
$875,102, and authorize a contingency in the amount $370,771, for a total contract amount
not to exceed $1,245,873.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
review.
ITEM 14
CONTRACT AMENDMENT FOR CITYWIDE JANITORIAL SERVICES
This item considers an amendment for the existing janitorial services contract with Servicon
Systems, Inc, to include services at The Rink Sports Pavilion and increase the expenditure
authority in the amount of $2,248,280.
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
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0-4 City Council:
1. Amend the current contract with Servicon Systems, Inc., to include services at The Rink
Sports Pavilion, increase expenditure authority by $160,743 for a new contract amount of
$2,127,702, and authorize a contingency for $120,578, for a total contract amount not to
exceed $2,248,280.
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2. Appropriate an ongoing expenditure of $49,739 for cost increases related to Consumer Price
Index adjustments across various accounts, as outlined in Exhibit A, to support Citywide
janitorial services with Servicon Systems, Inc.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents
subject to City Attorney review.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
No additional requests to speak were received.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Weste adjourned the Regular Meeting at 7:54 p.m.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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