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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-06-12 - MINUTES - REGULAR MTG (2)MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING CITY OF SANTA CLARITA CITY COUNCIL 6:30 p.m. June 12, 1990 CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita was called to order by Mayor Jo Anne Darcy at 6:45 p.m., at the City Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, First Floor, Santa Clarita, California. FLAG SALUTE Councilmember Jan Heidt led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. ROLL CALL All Councilmembers were present. Also present were: City Manager, George Caravalho; Assistant City Manager, Ken Pulskamp; City Attorney, Carl Newton; Finance Director, Andrea Daroca; Parks and Recreation Director, Jeff Kolin; Public Works Director, John Medina; Assistant City Clerk, Donna M. Grindey. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Item No. 15 regarding Elsmere Canyon was noted that the word litigation should read mitigation. The City Attorney requested that Item 134 recommendation be changed to read "approve the agreement, subject to approval by the City Attorney." It was moved by McKeon and second by Heidt to approve the agenda as amended. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Boyer, and second by McKeon to May 22, 1990 approve the minutes for May 22, 1990. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. ITEM 1 Mayor Darcy opened the public hearing. Assistant PUBLIC HEARING City Clerk, Grindey reported that this item was PALMER DEVELOPMENT published and posted in accordance with the law, AGREEMENT therefore, the public hearing was in order. -1- City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 1 (continued) City Manager George Caravalho, presented the report to Council stating that as a result of the meetings a— of May 2nd and May 15th, Council directed staff to meet with Palmer with the purpose of providing development alternatives for the Santa Catarina Project. Those persons in favor of this item were: Michael LeBecki, (no address given); J.J. O'Brien, 22704 Rio Gusto, Santa Clarita; Mr. Sheffhausen, 21911 Placerita Cyn., Santa Clarita; Jamie Kennedy (no address given); Dan Palmer, 11740 San Vicente Blvd., Los Angeles. Those speaking in opposition of this item were: Pat Campbell, (no address given); John O'Dwyer, 19762 Merry Hill Street, Santa Clarita; Linda Calvert, 27515 Glasser, Santa Clarita; Grace Stanford, 22658 Ariba Drive, Santa Clarita; Susan Marin, 20320 High Point Place, Santa Clarita. Rebuttal was given by Alan Seward, 24523 Chestnut, Santa Clarita. The Mayor closed the public hearing. Following discussion regarding the Palmer Development Agreement, letter from the lender, the subject of rental property, the critical need of roads in the Santa Clarita Valley, it was moved by Darcy, second by Boyer that this item be referred back to staff to look at a unit count of 800 to no more than the 1292; to have as little disruption to the McCoy's & Stanford's property; avoid impacting the riparian woodlands area; and include the road improvement package. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, McKeon, Darcy Noes: Heidt, Klajic Motion carried. RECESS At 8:20 p.m., the Mayor called a recess. RECONVENE At 8:42 p.m., the Mayor reconvened the meeting. -2- City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 2 PUBLIC HEARING Mayor Darcy opened the public hearing. Assistant RESOLUTION 90-90 City Clerk, Grindey reported that this item was STANDARD FEE FOR OVER- published and posted in accordance with the law, SIZED & OVERLOAD HAULS therefore, the public hearing was in order. John Medina, Director of Public Works gave the report regarding standard fee charges for oversized or overload hauls. He discussed the current charges and the break down of such charges, as well as the Sheriff Department monitoring of vehicles. Mayor Darcy closed the public hearing. Following discussion regarding contacting the State to see if the law could be changed to be consistent with the cost, it was moved by McKeon second by Heidt to adopt Resolution No. 90-90. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: None Resolution No. 90-90 adopted. ITEM 3 PUBLIC HEARING Mayor Darcy opened the public hearing. Assistant RESOLUTION 90-110 City Clerk, Donna Grindey reported that this item VACATION OF A PORTION was published by the City Clerk in accordance with OF THE ALLEY AT SAN the law, therefore, the public hearing was in order. FERNANDO RD. & 4th ST. The person addressing the Council on this item was R.T. Kost, 22509 4th Street, Santa Clarita. Mayor Darcy closed the public hearing. Following discussion regarding the vacation it was moved by Boyer, second by Klajic to deny Resolution No. 90-110, ordering the vacation of the alley at San Fernando Rd. & 4th Street and reserving easements for public sewers utilities in the City. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, Darcy Noes: McKeon Motion Carried. -3- City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 4 PUBLIC HEARING Mayor Darcy opened the public hearing. Assistant PROPOSED BUDGET 1990-91 City Clerk, Grindey reported that this item was published by the City Clerk in accordance with the law, therefore, the public hearing was in order. Ken Pulskamp, Assistant City Manager stated that all changes in the budget have been incorporated into the final version of the document, including an Associate Planner position to deal with environmental review. The budget will come back to Council on June 26, 1990 for final decision. Discussion ensued on hiring Special Assignment Officer, computer equipment, and to training program. a Community Relations educational materials, add to the earthquake The person addressing the Council on this item was Maureen Focht, 28650 Visco, Santa Clarita. Following discussion regarding the 1990-91 Budget, it was moved by McKeon, second by Boyer to close the public hearing and continue this discussion to the end of the meeting. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: None Motion carried. ITEM 5 PUBLIC HEARING Mayor Darcy opened the public hearing. Assistant GENERAL PLAN REQUEST City Clerk, Grindey reported that this item was FOR TIME EXTENSION - published and posted in accordance with the law, RESOLUTION 90-101 therefore, the public hearing was in order. Community Development Director, Lynn Harris, stated that the City has not been able to complete its General Plan within the first thirty months following incorporation as recommended under state law. -4- City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 5 (con't.) Those persons addressing Council on this issue were: Ralph Killmeyer, 25043 Greenmill Ave., Santa Clarita, and Jack Ancona, 29552 Abelia, Santa Clarita. Mayor Darcy closed the public hearing. Councilmember Heidt suggested that Clinton Turnstrom be invited to some of the Public Information Sessions, who is commissioner for the County, so he may become familiar with what the City is doing. Councilmember McKeon stressed how important it is to get the community involved in the General Plan meetings. Following discussion regarding the General Plan meetings, it was moved by McKeon, second by Klajic to authorize the time extension of one year and adopt Resolution No. 90-101. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy. Noes: None Resolution No. 90-101 adopted. ITEM 6 .- UNFINISHED BUSINESS City Manager, George Caravalho gave the report on SAUGUS SITE FEASIBILITY this item which deals with the Saugus Site REPORT Feasibility Report. By the direction of the City Council, staff has commissioned the firm of Tierra Planning and Design to perform a feasibility analysis of the Saugus Rehabilitation Site. It was moved by McKeon, and second by Boyer to receive the report and authorize staff to evaluate the access to the site. With no objections, it was so ordered. ITEM 7 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Assistant City Manager, Ken Pulskamp, introduced CIVIC CENTER Jim Parmley of Harris and Associates, who is the PROGRESS REPORT project manager. Jim Parmley discussed the project with the staff, the EIR, the schedule, and the planning phases. -5- ................ . City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 7 (con't.) Following discussion regarding the EIR and the project, it was moved by Darcy, second by Boyer to authorize staff to begin design completion and the EIR process. With no objections, it was so ordered. ITEM 8 UNFINISHED BUSINESS City Manager, George Caravalho, presented a slide CITY HALL SITE presentation on the City Hall site. He explained the pros and cons for each of four alternatives. Following the presentation, it was moved by Heidt, second by Klajic to begin work on the 238 acre site purchased by the City. On roll call vote: Ayes: Heidt, Klajic Noes: Boyer, McKeon, Darcy Motion denied. It was moved by McKeon second by Boyer to look at all four alternatives and a study of the effects on the community. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, McKeon, Darcy Noes: Heidt, Klajic Motion carried. ITEM 9 UNFINISHED BUSINESS Director of Public Works, John Medina reported that CITY YARD a study was conducted by the City with the assistance of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Services to evaluate potential sites for a City Yard. A report prepared by Coldwell Banker enabled staff to narrow the long list of potential sites to three locations: Valencia Industrial Site (Satellite Truck Body), Saugus Station Industrial Center (Thatcher Glass), and recently purchased City Hall site. Following discussion regarding the pros and cons, the long range effects, it was moved by McKeon second by Darcy to approve this in concept and proceed in negotiations on a final lease or purchase on the Satellite Truck Body Co. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: None Motion Carried. City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 10 UNFINISHED BUSINESS- NEWHALL AMBULANCE CONTRACT ITEM 11 UNFINISHED BUSINESS PROGRESS REPORT ON OFF SITE REAL ESTATE SIGNS ITEM 12 UNFINISHED BUSINESS ORDINANCE 90-8 Asst. City Manager, Ken Pulskamp, stated that on February 27, 1990, Council directed staff to finalize a service agreement with Newhall Ambulance and later directed it back to Council for final approval. City Attorney, Carl Newton, discussed modifications to the contract including a confidentiality requirement and the specification of fees. Those persons addressing Council on this issue were: Ann Irvine, 24849 Alderbrook, Santa Clarita; Tim Jorgensen, 22519 Garzota, Santa Clarita. Following discussion fees, and equipment, by Boyer to approve roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Noes: None Motion Carried. about the contract, including It was moved by McKeon second the contract as modified. On Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Community Development Director, Lynn Harris, reported on Off Site Real Estate signs. Several meetings have taken place between City staff and the Board of Realtors to review current City regulations pertaining to real estate signs. Those persons addressing the Council on this issue were: Mary Funk, 27246 Garza Drive, Santa Clarita; Ed Turk, 24444 A Hampton Drive, Santa Clarita. Following discussion on this item regarding problem corners, sidewalk areas, and right-of-ways, it was moved by Heidt, second by Boyer to refer this item back to staff for further review. With no objections, it was so ordered. Community Director, Lynn Harris, reported that Ordinance No. 90-8 (Prezone No. 89-002)was on the May 22nd agenda as a public hearing and is now ready for adoption. City Attorney, Carl Newton read the title of the Ordinance. It was moved by McKeon, second by Boyer to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 90-8. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: Heidt Ordinance No. 90-8 adopted. -7- lr. City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 PUBLIC STATEMENT Those persons addressing Council were: Alan Cameron, 27612 Ennismore Ave., Santa Clarita-regarding the reassessment of the Quimby fees, and Castaic Industrial property; Bruce Kline, 19032 Delight Street, Santa Clarita - regarding traffic signals that are not on at proper time, and the increase of possible traffic accidents due to this situation. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM 13 SOLEDAD CANYON ROAD LANDSCAPE FROM WHITES CANYON ROAD TO CROSSGLADE AVE. PROJECT 89-10 It was moved by McKeon and second by Boyer to approve the Consent Calendar. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: None Consent Calendar approved. ITEM 14 DECORO DRIVE VISTA DELGADO DRIVE TO SECO CANYON ROAD PROJECT NO. 89-9 ITEM 15 ELSMERE CANYON WATER STUDY ITEM 16 SOLEDAD CANYON ROAD WEST OF OAK SPRINGS CANYON RD. PROJECT NO. 89-15 ITEM 17 APPLICATION FOR STATE/LOCAL TRANSPORTATION PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS. RESOLUTION NO. 90-83 (S.B. 300) ITEM 18 COUNTY LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT CONSENT AND JURISDICTION. RESOLUTION NOS. 90-95 THROUGH 90-99. ITEM 19 TRANSFER OF STORM DRAIN TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT (L.A.C.F.C.D.) TRACT NO. 43174, PRIVATE DRAIN 1846. RESOLUTION NO. 90-102 ITEM 20 ANNEXATION TO SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 26, ANNEXATION NO. 258. RESOLUTION NO. 90-107 ITEM 21 PLACERITA CANYON NATURE CENTER OWNERSHIP STATUS -8- City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 22 REPORTS TO THE COUNCIL FROM THE CITIZENS' ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON INTEGRATED SOLID WASTE ITEM 23 PARATRANSIT/GENERAL PUBLIC DIAL -A -RIDE SERVICES CONTRACT SERVICES/COMMITTEE ON THE AGING AGREEMENT/FY 90-91 ITEM 24 PARATRANSIT/DIAL-A-RIDE AGREEMENT - LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS FY 90-91 ITEM 25 LOCAL/COMMUTER TRANSIT AGREEMENT LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS/ FY 90-91 ITEM 26 CITY LETTERHEAD POLICY ITEM 27 CITY LOGO POLICY ITEM 28 SB 2368 (MARKS) - SUPPORT ITEM 29 RESOLUTION FOR LACTC INCENTIVE GRANT APPLICATIONS. RESOLUTION 90-100 ITEM 30 MOBILE HOME PARK RENT STABILIZATION ORDINANCE ITEM 31 SANTA CLARITA DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT AREA 3, TRACT NO. 36496 ANNUAL ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1990-91. RESOLUTION NO. 90-104. ITEM 32 SANTA CLARITA DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT AREA 6, TRACT NO. 43528 ANNUAL ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1990-91. ITEM 33 SANTA CLARITA DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT AREA 18, TRACT NO. 44965 ANNUAL ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1990-91. ITEM 34 SEWER REIMBURSEMENT DISTRICT PRIVATE CONTRACT NO. 90-06 TRACT NO. 46110. ITEM 35 RESOLUTION NO. 90-37, A JOINT RESOLUTION OF NEGOTIATED PROPERTY TAX TRANSFER FOR ANNEXATION NO. 1989-05 ITEM 36 MAGIC MOUNTAIN LANE AT STILLMORE STREET INSTALL STOP CONTROLS. RESOLUTION NO. 90-103 ME City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 37 VALENCIA BLVD. AT K -MART DRIVEWAY ^ LEFT TURN PROHIBITION. RESOLUTION NO. 90-108 ITEM 38 LYONS AVE./ORCHARD VILLAGE ROAD PARKING PROHIBITIONS. RESOLUTION NO. 90-109 ITEM 39 COMMUTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE I-5 AND THE ANTELOPE VALLEY FREEWAY ITEM 40 OPPOSITION TO SB 2443 -BINDING ARBITRATION- TORRES ITEM 41 FEE BASED DAY CAMP SWIMMING POOL FEE ITEM 42 DEMAND WARRANT NO. 11 ITEM 43 NEW BUSINESS SB 2139 (DAVIS) Public Works Director, John Medina, introduced this item to Council stating that it deals with an update on SB 2139 (Davis). Existing law requires each county to prepare a county -wide siting element for inclusion in the County Waste Management Plan. The bill would require the proposed Elsmere Canyon Landfill to meet that requirement. City Manager, George Caravalho further stated that the City can strengthen our legislative efforts by sending two Council members who will be prepared to lobby this bill in Sacramento. It was moved by McKeon, second by Boyer, to appoint Councilmembers Boyer & Klajic to make the trip to Sacramento along with members of the Integrated Waste Committee to prepare to lobby this Bill. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: None ITEM 44 NEW BUSINESS It was moved by Heidt, second by McKeon to CITY-WIDE ENGINEERING continue this item to June 26, 1990. With no & TRAFFIC STUDY - objections, it was so ordered. RESOLUTION NO. 90-112 ITEM 45 NEW BUSINESS Public Works Director, John Medina, reported that GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD on January 9, 1990 Council directed staff to IMPROVEMENTS ASSESSMENT prepare a feasibility study for the formation of an DISTRICT -PRELIMINARY assessment district to fund the construction of REPORT Golden Valley Road from Sierra Hwy. to Route 14. Since that time, staff has had several meetings with five developers who will participate in the district. -10- City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 Item 45 (contd) Following discussion of this item which included the roadway stabilization, utility improvements within Golden Valley Road and the park site in the feasibility report, it was moved by Boyer, second by Klajic to direct staff to include roadway stabilization, backbone utility improvements with Golden Valley Road and the park site feasibility report being prepared by staff. With no objections, it was so ordered. ITEM 46 NEW BUSINESS This item deals with the proposed County PROPOSED COUNTY Consolidated Fire Protection District Developer CONSOLIDATED FIRE Fees. City Attorney, Carl Newton, questioned the PROTECTION DISTRICT basis for imposing the fee, and suggested this DEVELOPER FEES matter be referred to staff for the purpose of reporting back to Council following the City's research and the County Counsel's research. It was moved by Boyer second by Klajic to continue this item to June 26, 1990, and direct staff to research a basis of the fees. With no objections, it was so ordered. ITEM 47 NEW BUSINESS Public Information Officer, Gail Foy, introduced this item to Council stating that bids for the Annual Report/Calendar were opened on May 15th with bids from three vendors. The person addressing the Council on this item was Jeff Graham, of Graham Consulting (no address given.) It was moved by McKeon second by Boyer to continue this item to the Council meeting, of June 26, 1990. With no objections, it was so ordered. ITEM 48 NEW BUSINESS This item deals with Plot Plan 90-046, located at PLOT PLAN 90-046 27227 Sand Canyon Road adjacent to Warmuth Road. Community Development Director, Lynn Harris reported that Mr. Toyama, the applicant, is requesting approval for the construction of a single family residence on the subject property. The person addressing the Council on this item was Mr. Toyama, 21943 Marjoram Dr., Santa Clarita. Following discussion by the Council, it was moved by Boyer and second by McKeon to refer this item back to City Council for review and legal status, and continue to June 26, 1990. With no objections, it was so ordered. -11- City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 49 NEW BUSINESS r... FOURTH OF JULY PARADE AND FIREWORKS SHOW i ITEM 50 NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE 90-14 AEROSOL PAINT CONTAINERS Parks & Recreation Director, Jeff Kolin introduced this item to Council, stating that the Fourth of July Parade and fireworks show has been a community -sponsored special event for several years. Activities of the day will begin with a 5K run followed by the parade down Lyons Avenue and the fireworks show at College of the Canyons. The Parks & Recreation Dept., along with other community organizations, will sponsor a barbecue lunch and penny carnival at Newhall Park from 12 noon to 5 p.m. The person addressing the Council on this item was Sammee Zeile, of the Newhall Signal. Further discussed was the number of security people needed, the funding for future July 4th parades and fireworks shows, and co -sponsoring by the City. It was moved by Boyer, and second by McKeon to approve the allocation of $18,948 from the contingency fund for the parade and fireworks show, establish a funding limit of $20,000 for future July 4th parades, and that the City be named as co-sponsor of the parade and fireworks show. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: None Motion carried. Assistant City Manager, Ken Pulskamp, stated that Ordinance No. 90-14 deals with the imposing regulations upon the sale of aerosol paint containers of six ounces or less. City Attorney, Carl Newton, read the title of Ordinance No. 90-14. It was moved by McKeon second by Boyer to waive further reading of Ordinance No. 90-14 and pass to second reading. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: None Ordinance No. 90-14 passed to second reading. -12- City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 ITEM 51 NEW BUSINESS ORDINANCE NO. 90-16 AMENDING TITLES 18, 19, 20, 21 & 22 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE ITEM 52 NEW BUSINESS Assistant City Manager, Ken Pulskamp, introduced this item to Council stating that it deals with building, plumbing, mechanical and fire codes. Each of these codes contains secondary uniform codes which are used in every jurisdiction in the State. City Attorney, Carl Newton read the title to Ordinance No. 90-16, amending Titles No. 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22 of the Santa Clarita Municipal Code. It was moved by Heidt second by Boyer to waive further reading of Ordinance No. 90-16 and pass to second reading on July 14,1990, at which time there will be a public hearing on this Ordinance. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: None Ordinance No. 90-16 passed to second reading. Parks & Recreation, Jeff Kolin, stated that at the March 7th Council Study Session, a draft Tree Ordinance was reviewed. Council identified five sections of concern and suggested changes of which staff has made the changes and reviewed them with the local utilities, developers, Parks and Recreation Commission and the City Attorney's Office. Two ordinances have been developed for Council's review. City Attorney, Carl Newton, read the title of Ordinance No. 90-15 Version 1 and 2. It was moved by Boyer, second by McKeon to select Version 1 of the Ordinance and be returned to staff for further review of an alternative tree removal section. On roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Heidt, Klajic, McKeon, Darcy Noes: None Motion carried and Ordinance 90-15 passed to second reading. PUBLIC STATEMENT (Staff) City Manager, George Caravalho, spoke on the Metro Blue Line Transit dedication on June 19, 1990 at 11:00 a.m. The second item that Mr. Caravalho brought up was a meeting with Bill Mathis on June 20th, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., personnel closed session for the purpose of evaluating the City Manager. -13- City Council Minutes June 12, 1990 PUBLIC STATEMENT (Council) Councilmember Klajic invited all to the Pride Committee thank you party on Thursday, June 21st, 1990 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Jan Heidt spoke of the dedication of the Parkmobile and a plaque that was given to the Soroptomist Club. Councilmember Heidt also brought up the question if anyone in the Sand Canyon area has requested to be annexed to the Sanitation District so they may connect to the sewer. Director of Public Works, John Medina responded that only one inquiry has been made. Heidt suggested a news article be placed in the newspaper on this matter. Councilmember McKeon requested the subject of prayer be placed on the next agenda. ADJOURNMENT At 12:32 a.m. the meeting was adjourned to June 20, 1990 at 4:00 p.m. for closed session. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. Jo a Darcy M or ATTEST: George Car�avalho City Clerk