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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-11-12 - AGENDAS - REGULAR (2)I oY g�wrt et Y R i~a CITY OF SANTA CLARITA' r CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 23920 Valencia Blvd. 1st Floor Santa Clarita, CA.. 91355 6:30 p.m. NOVEMBER 12, 1991 A G E N D A CITY CLERK ANNOUNCEMENTS Anyone wishing to address an item on the agenda should fill out a speaker's slip and submit it to the City Clerk before the- item is discussed. Each person addressing the Council has three minutes in which to speak, at which time the red light on the Council dies will appear. INVOCATION - Heidt CALL TO ORDER FLAG SALUTE ROLL CALL PROCLAMATIONS Family Week PRESENTATIONS Fire Watch - Vince & Eve Oppedisano Veteran's Day - Warren Johnson Wendy Nelson APPROVAL OF AGENDA APPROVAL.OF MINUTES October 22, 1991 -1_ November 12, 1991 COUNCIL ACTION -- • �. I PUBLIC- HEARING 1. TRANSIT MITIGATION IN LIED FEE - RESOLUTION NOS. 91-179 and 91-180 - At the meeting of October 8, 1991, Council adopted a pair of resolutions (one urgency, one non -urgency) to establish a $200100 per dwelling unit transit mitigation inlieufee. Due to the timing requirements for amendments. to certain fees, the City must adopt another urgency resolution at this time so that the city may continue to �` •-collect ,this --.fee.�until': the =non -urgency:, re solution.,... takes' effect. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Pending public testimony; -adopt Resolutions Nos. 91-179 and 91-180. ------------------------------------------------ APPEAL BY APPLICANT -OF PLANNING COMMISSION'S DENIAL OF TENTATIVE PARCEL "MAP 21435 AT 27548 CLEARLAKE DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY ONE-HALF MILE EAST OF SAND CANYON ROAD - This is an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of proposed subdivision of 5.54 acres into four residential lots located at 27548 Clear Lake Drive, applicant George Thomas. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Pending public testimony, uphold the Planning Commission's denial of Tentative Parcel Map 21435. --------------------------- 3. .:':.RESOLUTION NO. .91-177.'MAKING :FINDINGS .ON WRITTEN PROTEST AND APPROVING AND ORDERING ANNEXATION 1990-03 Annexation .No. 1990-03 is a proposal to annex. approximately 128 acres of inhabited land generally. rural residential in character with an estimated population of 109. persons residing in approximately 35 dwelling units. The area is commonly known as Oak Springs Canyon. Annexation is requested by the property owners within the- area, who cite a desire for City representation, services and permit processing. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 91-177, direct staff to transmit Resolution No. 91-177 and appropriate fees to the Local Agency Formation Commission for final review and certification. ----------------------------------------------------------- 4. ZONE CHANGE 90-009 - ORDINANCE NO. 91-50 - This is a Quasi -Judicial proceeding. This item is a Zone Change from A-2-1 (Heavy Agriculture Zone, minimum lot .size 1 acre)- to R-1-6000 (Single-family Residential, minimum lot size .6,000 square feet) over a :portion of a 32 acre parcel located approximately 1,000 feet west of Rainbow Glen Drive, north of Via Princessa Road.. The project applicant is the Santa Clarita Development Partners. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the Negative Declaration, approve Zone change 90-009 and introduce Ordinance 91-50, waive further reading, and pass to the second reading. EP49 . November 12, 1991 COUNCIL ACTION UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. 'PARKWAY TREE INFLUENCE AREA' ORDINANCE NO. 91-45 - At the October 22, 1991 meeting, the Council introduced the "Parkway Tree Influence Area" Ordinance. The purpose of the ordinance is to give the City a 141 -tree: protection zone adjacent major arterial highways throughout the City. Residential zoned lots are exempted. RECOMMENDED ACTION:. Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 91-45. -------------------------- ------------------------ 6. GROWTH MANAGEMENT STRATEGY Review and consideration of a report updating the City Council on growth management and providing alternative courses of action. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Direct staff to either (a) prepare. a growth management .. ordinance, or (b) not to prepare an ordinance, but continue to work on the General Plan implementation programs, and other ordinances and programs implementing a comprehensive growth management strategy. CONSENT CALENDAR All matterslistedunder the Consent Calendar I will be enacted",by`.one.,.motion'.`unless ..a. request' is 'made for discussion. in which case, the,item(s) will ,be removed from the :Consent Calendar and will be considered separately following this portion of the agenda. 7. PLOT PLAN 89-146 (UNGAR) - RESOLUTION NO. 91-182 - Pursuant to the direction of the Council, staff has, prepared a resolution and conditions of approval for Plot Plan 89-146. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 91-182, formally approving Plot Plan 89-146 subject to the conditions of approval. ----------------------------------------------------------- 8. LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR INCLUDING WHITNEY CANYON CAMPING AND RECREATION GROUNDS IN THE PROPOSED LOS ANGELES COUNTY PARK, BEACH AND RECREATION. ACT OF 1992 - The Santa Clarita Valley Canyons Preservation Committee has submitted a specific project proposal to the Mountains . Recreation and Conservation Authority for inclusion .in the Los Angeles County Park, Beach and Recreation Act of 1992. Most recently, Los Angeles County has been studying the area as - a possible . off-road vehicle park. RECOMMENDED ACTION:: Authorize the Mayor to sign the attached letter. of support. for the Santa Clarita Valley Canyons Preservation Committee's proposal for a Whitney Canyon Camping and Recreation Grounds. ----------------------------------------------------------- 8a. LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR INCLUDING THE PLACERITA CANYON NATURAL AREA PARK BUFFER ZONE PROJECT IN THE PROPOSED LOS ANGELES COUNTY PARK,.BEACH & RECREATION ACT OF 1992 - The Santa Clarita Oak Conservancy, the Santa Clarita Valley Canyons Preservation Committee and the Santa Clarita Valley Sierra Club - have submitted a specific project proposal to the Mountains Recreation Conservation Authority for inclusion in the Los Angeles, County Park, ,Beach & Recreation Act of 1992. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Authorize the Mayor to sign a letter of support for —3— November 12 1991 COUNCIL ACTION 9.-- AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT AGREEMENT FOR ANNEXATION CONSULTING SERVICES - The request is for authorization for the City to enter 'into a contract agreement for annexation consulting services with Esther Aguilar, of Aguilar and Associates. Aguilar and Associates currently assist Community Development staff with the preparation and processing of land annexations to the. City of Santa. Clarita. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council approve and renew=- the contract! with -Aguilar, and �Associates, to continue to provide annexation support services to - the City of Santa"Clarita:' ----------------------------------------------------------- 10. PROHIBITION OF ON -STREET PARKING ON BOUQUET CANYON ROAD SOUTH OF VALENCIA BOULEVARD - RESOLUTION NO. 91-176 - The department has received a request for the installation of no -parking zones next to existing driveways' along the west side of Bouquet Canyon Road south of Valencia Blvd. The request was made to improve the visibility of those drivers exiting the K -Mart shopping center. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution NO. 91-176 prohibiting on -street parking along the west side of Bouquet .':.Canyon. Road_; from:: the end -of.-the.-.curb return at the southwest corner with Valencia Blvd. to. a point 870 feet.southerly'. ----------------------------------------------------------- 11. EAST NEWHALL PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS, CDBG NO. D-90-633, PROJECT NO. 90-17 - The East Newhall Public Improvements Project NO. 90-17 is funded by the Community Development Block Grant, and .is a significant component of the City's revitalization effort in the area. This drainage and street improvement project provides for catch basins, storm drains and curb and. gutter work to relieve the existing water drainage problem in the East Newhall area. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council approve the plans and specifications for the project, and authorize the advertising for bids. ----------------------------------------------------------- 12. NEW UHF RADIO SYSTEM (PROJECT NO. CD 91-001) BID AWARD - On Tuesday, October 15, 1991, bids were received by the City Clerk. The proposal by Buddy ..Corp.,. the .apparent low .bidder, was determined by staff .to contain a number of irregularities. These irregularities .result. in the City's. inability to determine exactly what Buddy 'Corporation is proposing to provide. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Reject the Buddy Corporation bid as non-responsive, and award the contract to LA County - Radio Systems Division in the amount of $156,297.10. -4- . November 12. 1991 COUNCIL ACTION 13.-= -VALENCIA - BOULEVARD AT MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY (PROJECT 90-22) BUS BAY IMPROVEMENTS - BID AWARD - On September 24, 1991, Council authorized the advertisement of the subject project. The project consists of providing a bus turnout lane, curb, gutter and sidewalk improvements on the south side of. Valencia Boulevard north of Magic. Mountain Parkway. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Waive an irregularity in the bid and award the project to E.C. Construction-Co.-in+the amount of.•$34,212.35.• ----------------------------------------------------------- 14;-• TREATMENT 7-OF._SOIL FOR LYONS AVENUE PROJECT 89-13 REQUEST FOR BUDGET TRANSFER - During the construction of Lyons Avenue Road widening project, approximately 100 cubic yards of soil. was encountered at the base of the slope and drainage easement which contained unacceptable levels of soluble lead. It appears that this "contamination" occurred gradually over the years as a result of drainage runoff from Lyons Avenue. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the off-site stabilization soils treatment procedure (option 14) and authorize entering into a contract with Earth Systems __:,!Environmental; -Inc..:to.-perform .this •.work, and .:;authorize budget in -the amount. of :$55,000 from Acct. _25-:96056-227 to.25-96033-227. ----------------------------------------------------------- 15. LOT -LINE ADJUSTMENT FOR CITY CORPORATE YARD - In May of 1991, a meeting was held with the City representatives and • Mr. Raymond Scurria. The subject of* discussion was a proposed lot -line adjustment for Parcel 1 and 2. In order to better accommodate the required traffic circulation around the existing building and proceed with improvements to the City Yard, it was necessary for the City and Mr. Raymond Scurria to agree to this lot line adjustment. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council accept the Certificate of Compliance for Lot -Line Adjustment Map No. 91-005 and authorize the City Manager to sign, execute, and record the Certificate of Compliance. ----------------------------------------------------------- 16. AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR -THE .'PREPARATION OF A REDEVELOPMENT ..SURVEY AREA. REPORT FOR .THE. CITY'S REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY .-. RESOLUTION NO. 91-164 - .The City's first Community Strategic Plan was finalized in August, 1991. Within this plan, 'community issues were identified and an action plan was formulated to implement specific needs. Action Plan -14 recommends the completion of a redevelopment surveyas - the first step required toward the adoption of a redevelopment plan. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 91-164,. authorizing and approving the attached Professional Services Agreement between the City and GRC Redevelopment Consultants, Inc. -5- November 12, 1991 COUNCIL ACTION -17.--••VEHICLES.,COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - Council authorized - the purchase of four 1/2 ton trucks and three sedans for Building & Safety and Engineering divisions of the Community Development Department in the FY 91-92 budget. Requests for sealed bids were advertised and the bids were received on October. 24, 1991. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Direct staff to issue a purchase order to Fuller Ford the four= 1/2 ton trucks and three sedans. ---------------------- ------------------------------------- 18. TRUCK -MOUNTED INFRARED ASPHALT HEATER AND -` -STORAGE/RECLAMATION BOX "--'The---Public' Works Department, Street Division, requested one truck -mounted, infrared asphalt heater and infrared storage /reclamation box. A request for sealed bids was advertised and the bids were opened on October 24, 1991. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Direct staff to issue a purchase order to Western Asphalt. ----------------------------------------------------------- 19. DIAL -A -RIDE AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY & HENRY MAYO HOSPITAL ADULT DAY CARE CENTER - A major client of the elderly and handicapped Dial -A -Ride is the adult day care center located at Henry Mayo Hospital which -->::requires >the,:transportation -of-.clients -from their homes to the ..hospital and .back. In order to -maintain licensing the hospital is required to have a signed' agreement with a Dial -A -Ride. operator for the provision of , transportation services. RECOMMENDED ACTION: 'Authorize Mayor to sign the agreement between the City and Henry Mayo Hospital for the provision of Dial -A -Ride services, following City Attorney approval. ----------------------------------------------------------- 20. GRAFITTI PROGRAM STATUS - The Council approved in the 91-92budget to participate in the graffiti removal -.program which was previously performed by the Pride Committee. Staff has moved forward in a number of areas for a coordinated effort in our fight against graffiti. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file report. ----------------------------------------------------------- 21. CODE ENFORCEMENT CITATION AUTHORITY - RESOLUTION NO. 91-178 - Request to provide for more effective enforcement of the City's Municipal Code, staff is -requesting the City Council to direct the Code ...Enforcement Officers of the Community 'Development Department to develop and implement its citation power. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 91-178. -6- November 12, 1991 COUNCIL ACTION 21a - CITY'S- STATEMENT -OF INVESTMENT POLICY 6 RESOLUTION 91-185 AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO INVEST EXCESS FUNDS WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY POOLED INVESTMENT FUND - RESOLUTION 91-185 The City's Investment Policy deals with the investment of temporarily .idle or surplus funds of the City in accordance with principles of sound treasury management as set forth in the California Government Code 53600, etseg., the Municipal Code, guidelines. established by the ,Calif.• -Municipal Treasurer's Assoc.--:and:-:the-:Calif..: Society of Municipal Finance Officers. RECOMMENDED - ACTION:— Reaffirm -the -attached -Treasurer's Statement of Investment Policy and adopt Resolution 91-185: ----------------------------------------------------------- 22. REGULATION %V:. EMPLOYEE INCENTIVES During the previous month, City employees. have completed two separate surveys, determining their Average Vehicle Ridership and receptivity to ridesharing. The results of these surveys weighed heavily in the development of our plan's incentives, identifiably the most vital portion of an acceptable plan. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve incentives in concept, approve the transfer of $15,000 from Contingency .Fund: -to : account �--01=6000-238...and -.-direct staff, to ..bring back.an.implemented.Trip Reduction Plan. ----------------------------------------------------------- 23. RESOLUTION NO. 91-168 - Check Register 926 - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt. ----------------------------------------------------------- 24. RESOLUTION NO. 91-175 Check Register 927 - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt. --------------------------------------------- RESOLUTION NO. 91-181 - Check Register 928 - RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt. NEW BUSINESS 26. GANG PREVENTION - On January 15, 1992, Sheriff Sherman Block hosted a Community Gang Workshop in Carson, California. Several Santa Clarita community members attended, including Councilmember Heidt, Captain Spierer, school representatives and .City staff. This was a two day conference that provided regional assessment of gang activity and described the various stages of gang involvement.. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council direct staff to transfer $77,000 from the '.contingency' to the Parks and Recreation department for gang prevention and look for financing from outside sources as a way to offset the General Fund amount of this program.' . -7- November 12, 1991 COUNCIL ACTION 27. SANITATION . DISTRICT ORGANIZATION STUDY The findings of the Sanitation District Organization Study were presented to the City Council at their study session on October 30. At the conclusion of the presentation and discussion on this item, the Council directed that the subject be put on the next available agenda. RECOMMENDEDACTION: Provide direction to staff to transmit a letter on behalf of the Council to Sanitation ' Districts 26 & 32 proposing- that the City provide planning, management, and operation to the Districts on a contractual-basis•-and•direct staff• to - consult, with District management, employees and other interested persons, and return to. the Council with an implementation 'plan .for further action in January, 1992. 28. COUNCIL TEAM BUILDING Council, at their meeting of October 8th, discussed a team building session. Council requested staff, provide them with .available dates. RECOMMENDED - ACTION: Review dates and discuss. PUBLIC,PARTICIPATION (10:00 P.M.) :This ,time -..has been. set aside for... the public to address the City:.Council on :any item .on the agenda except for the public..hearings. ..The .public may also address the Council on items not on the agenda but those items will not be acted upon by Council at this meeting other.than to review and return without action or direct staff. PUBLIC STATEMENT (Staff) PUBLIC STATEMENT (Council) This time has .been set- aside for Councilmembers to direct comments to staff or the public on items of interest. CLOSED SESSION ' ADJOURNMENT R i 4 � T CITY OF SANTA T PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY CITY COUNCIL CHAHBEES 23920 Valencia Blvd. 1st Floor Santa Clarita, CA. 91355 6:30 P.H. NOVEMBER 12, 1991 NO BUSINESS a*ewsr�� REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 23920 Valencia Blvd. 1st Floor Santa Clarita, Ca. 91355 6:30 P.M. NOVEMBER 12, 1991 NO BUSINESS r PROOF OF POSTING BY CITY CLERK CITY OF SANTA CLARITA STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS CITY OF SANTA CLARITA ) I, DONNA M. GRINDEY, do hereby certify that I am the duly appointed and qualified City Clerk. for the City of Santa Clarita; that on 42o�c i , 9 , between the hours of 9 o'clock a.m. and 5 o'clock p.m.; I caused to be posted in three conspicuous public places, as required by law, the following: I hereby certify, under penalty of- perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct and that this certification was executed by me on i21z-� 1, 9/ at the City Hall, Santa Clarita, California; nna M. Grindey, City Clerk ity of Santa Clarita, California