HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-09-22 - AGENDAS - REGCITY OF SANTA CLARITA
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
6:00 PM
City Council Chambers
23920 Valencia Blvd.
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
AGENDA
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
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INVOCATION
Gibbs
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
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
Santa Clarita Figure Skaters Recognition
150th Anniversary - Lang Station
Direct Support Professionals Week Proclamation
Suicide Prevention Month Proclamation
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
This time has been set aside for the public to address the City Council on items NOT listed on
the agenda. The City Council will not act upon these items at this meeting other than to review
and/or provide direction to staff. All speakers must submit a speaker's card to the City Clerk
PRIOR to the beginning of this portion of the meeting. The FIRST TEN people to submit a
speaker card prior to the beginning of Public Participation will be heard.
STAFF COMMENTS
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
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NEW BUSINESS
ACQUISITION OF THE SANTA CLARITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE,
27177 SECO CANYON ROAD - City Council consider approval of a Purchase and Sale
Agreement with the Saugus Union School District to acquire the former Santa Clarita
Elementary School site.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the Saugus Union School District to
acquire the former Santa Clarita Elementary School site, comprising of 9+/- acres of
real property located in Saugus, Assessor Parcel Number 2810-032-902, at a cost of
$13,000,000 and approve $8,000 for escrow and due diligence fees.
2. Appropriate one-time funds in the amount of $13,008,000 from the Facilities Fund
(Fund 723) to Property Acquisition Expenditure Account (7239008-520104).
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated
documents, subject to City Attorney review.
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one
motion by the City Council. The items are not individually discussed by the City Council unless
a request is made by a member of the public or the Council, in which case, the item(s) will be
removed from the Consent Calendar and will be considered separately.
2. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES — The minutes of the City Council
are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve the minutes of the September 8, 2026 Special Meeting.
3. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES — The minutes of the City
Council are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve the minutes of the September 8, 2026 Regular Meeting.
4. CHECK REGISTER NO. 19 - Check Register No. 19 for Period 08/07/26 through
08/20/26 and 08/27/26. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 08/10/26 through
08/21/26.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register
No. 19.
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5. GENERAL PLAN UPDATE CONTRACT - City Council to consider awarding a
contract to Michael Baker International to update elements of the City's General Plan for
a total contract amount not to exceed $363,000.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Award a two-year contract to Michael Baker International to update elements of the
City's General Plan in the amount of $348,000 and authorize a contingency in the
amount of $15,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $363,000.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contract and associated
documents, subject to City Attorney review.
6. FINAL TRACT MAP FOR TRACT NO. 83605 (RIVERVIEW) - Pursuant to Section
66474.1 of the Subdivision Map Act, City Council consider approving Final Tract No.
83605 (Riverview).
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve Final Tract Map for Tract No. 83605.
2. Accept the following on behalf of the public the offer of dedication and grant of: (1)
the easements for public use and road purposes; (2) the easements for sanitary sewer
and sanitary sewer ingress and egress purposes; (3) all sanitary sewers and
appurtenant structures; (4) the easements for covered storm drain appurtenant
structures and ingress and egress purposes; (5) the easement for flood control
purposes; (6) the easement for public use and sidewalk purposes; (7) the easement for
sight distance purposes; and (8) the right to restrict or prohibit the erection or
construction of any buildings or structures within the restricted use areas.
Make findings as follows: This project is consistent with the provisions of Sections
66474 and 66474.1 of the Subdivision Map Act and should be approved.
4. Instruct the Director of Administrative Services to endorse the Special Assessment
Statement on the face of Tract Map for Final Tract No. 83605, which indicates all
special assessments levied by the City of Santa Clarita are paid.
5. Instruct the City Clerk to endorse the City Clerk's Statement on the face of Final
Tract Map for Tract No. 83605, which embodies the approval of said map.
6. Instruct the City Surveyor to endorse the City Surveyor's Statement on the face of
Final Tract Map for Tract No. 83605, which provides for verification that the map is
technically correct.
7. Instruct the City Engineer to endorse the City Engineer's Statement on the face of
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Final Tract Map for Tract No. 83605, which provides for verification of substantial
conformance with the Tentative Parcel Map and all provisions of local ordinances and
state laws applicable at the time of approval.
7. PURCHASE OF POOL PUMPS, MOTORS, AND MANWAY COVERS FOR THE
SANTA CLARITA AQUATICS CENTER POOL PUMP REPLACEMENT,
PROJECT M3046 - This item considers approving the purchase of seven pool
circulation pumps and motors and 12 manway covers to replace existing equipment at the
Santa Clarita Aquatics Center.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the purchase of seven pool pumps and motors and 12 manway covers from
Estate Design and Construction for a total contract amount not to exceed $158,700.
2. Find the Santa Clarita Aquatics Center Pool Pump Replacement project exempt from
review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Title 14
of the California Code of Regulations Article 19, Section 15301.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated
documents, subject to City Attorney review.
8. VETERANS HISTORICAL PLAZA STORY STATION - A request to add a Story
Station to the Veterans Historical Plaza to honor the Global War on Terror.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve the Global War on Terror plaque to complete the existing Story
Station at Veterans Historical Plaza.
9. TEMPORARY HYDROGEN REFUELING SERVICES CONTRACT - City
Council consideration to award a contract to ZeroUp Energy, Inc., for the rental of
temporary hydrogen refueling equipment and the delivery of hydrogen for the fueling of
buses.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
Award a four -month contract with five one -month extensions to ZeroUp Energy, Inc.,
for the rental of temporary hydrogen refueling equipment and the delivery of
hydrogen, in an amount not to exceed $1,726,000.
2. Appropriate one-time Federal 5307 grant funds in the amount of $407,500 to Transit
Capital Outlay, Contractual Services Expenditure Account (7003702-516101), and
increase Miscellaneous Federal Grants Revenue Account (700-442409) by $407,500,
for the rental of temporary hydrogen fueling equipment.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the five, one -month contract
extensions, not to exceed the annual contract amount.
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4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated
documents, subject to City Attorney review.
10. OPERATING AGREEMENT FOR THE CUBE ICE AND ENTERTAINMENT
CENTER - City Council consideration to authorize an agreement with JV Ice at the
Cube, LLC for operations and management of The Cube Ice and Entertainment Center.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
Authorize the City Manager to execute the Amended and Restated Agreement with
JV Ice at the Cube, LLC (JVI) for the operation and management of The Cube Ice
and Entertainment Center, in a form approved by the City Attorney and substantially
similar to the attached draft agreement, for a five-year term for a management fee not
to exceed $1,207,337 and a potential incentive fee (if earned) based upon the formula
set forth in the Agreement.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute any amendment to the Agreement, in a form
approved by the City Attorney, during the five-year term, including without limitation
modifying the award over the course of the contract term based on revenue actuals.
3. Increase recreational facility revenue accounts by $102,370 for FY26-27, $132,090
for FY27-28, $136,020 for FY28-29, $140,100 for FY29-30 and $144,310 for FY30-
31, and appropriate across recreational facility expenditure accounts per the attached
Attachment A $197,684 for FY26-27, $67,519 for FY27-28, $69,293 for FY28-29,
$71,090 for FY29-30 and $72,978 for FY30-31.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute up to two additional five-year
renewal options, contingent upon the appropriation of funds by the City Council in
the annual budget for such fiscal year.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
This time has been set aside for any speakers that have turned in speaker cards and were not
heard in the public participation portion allotted to address the City Council on items that are
NOT on the agenda. Speaker cards may not be submitted relating to any items listed on the
agenda.
STAFF COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
hi memory of Don Fleming
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FUTURE MEETINGS
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held October 13, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the
Council Chambers, 1st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA.
CERTIFICATION
On September 17, 2026, I, Melody Bartlette, do hereby certify that I am the duly appointed and
qualified City Clerk for the City of Santa Clarita and that the foregoing agenda was posted at
City Hall.
Melody Bartlette
City Clerk
Santa Clarita, California
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PROCLAMATION
Direct Support Professionals Week
September 13 — September 19, 2026
WHEREAS, Direct Support Professionals, also known as DSPs, provide essential support to individuals with
intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes, workplaces, and communities; and
WHEREAS, the work of DSPs helps individuals live with greater independence, participate in their
communities, and achieve their personal goals; and
WHEREAS, DSPs provide a wide range of support based on the unique needs of each individual, while
promoting dignity, choice, and inclusion; and
WHEREAS, the dedication of DSPs also provides invaluable support to families, giving them trusted partners in
the care and well-being of their loved ones; and
WHEREAS, a well -supported workforce of Direct Support Professionals is essential to help individuals with
disabilities live successfully in their communities and avoid the need for more costly institutional care; and
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clarita is grateful for the Direct Support Professionals who serve members of our
community and help create opportunities for individuals of all abilities to live, work, and participate fully in our
community; and
NOW THEREFORE, the City of Santa Clarita does hereby proclaim September 13 to September 19, 2026, as
"Direct Support Professionals Week" in the City of Santa Clarita, California.
Signed this 22nd day of September, 2026
Laurene Weste, Mayor
Santa Clarita, California
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Suicide Prevention Month
September 2026
WHEREAS, suicide is a serious and growing public health crisis, now the second leading cause of death
for children, teens, and young adults across the nation; and
WHEREAS, September is recognized nationally as Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness,
foster hope, and strengthen our collective resolve to prevent the tragedy of suicide in all communities,
including among our most vulnerable — our youth; and
WHEREAS, talking openly about mental health and suicide can reduce stigma, increase access to support,
and encourage individuals who are struggling to seek help. Early intervention and prevention are key,
especially for children and adolescents who may be experiencing emotional distress, trauma, or mental
health challenges; and
WHEREAS, the Child & Family Center, serving the Santa Clarita Valley, plays a critical role in suicide
prevention by providing compassionate, trauma -informed mental health services to children, teens, and
families, including those impacted by crisis, violence, and emotional hardship; and
WHEREAS, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital's Behavioral Health Unit plays a critical role in suicide
prevention by providing compassionate, crisis -focused psychiatric care in a safe, structured environment
for individuals throughout the Santa Clarita Valley; and
WHEREAS, the "You Are Enough" Foundation plays a critical role in suicide prevention by connecting
individuals with vital mental health resources and providing education, workshops, free therapy sessions,
and suicide grief support groups for those who have lost a loved one to suicide; and
WHEREAS, we encourage every resident to take time to learn the warning signs, support one another with
compassion, and advocate for mental health awareness and services in our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Clarita does hereby proclaim September 2026, as
Suicide Prevention Month, in the City of Santa Clarita, California.
Signed this 22nd day of September, 2026
Laurene Weste, Mayor
Santa Clarita, California
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