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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-07-14 - MINUTES - SPECIAL REGULAR (2)X[NUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING CITY OF SANTA CLARITA CITY COUNCIL 6:00 P.M. MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING CITY OF SANTA CLAR.ITA CITY COUNCIL 6:30 P.M JULY 14, 1998 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Heidt called to order the special meeting of the City Council at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL All Councilmembers were present. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION There was none. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT Carl Newton, City Attorney, announced that the purpose of this closed session is: Conference with legal counsel . Existing Litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(a) - Steffen vs. City of Santa Clarita United States District Court Case No. 98-5181 ABC (RCx) RECESS At 6:01 p.m., Mayor Heidt recessed the meeting to closed session in the Century Room. RECONVENE Mayor Heidt reconvened the special meeting of the City Council at 6:28 p.m. CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENT Carl Newton, City Attorney, announced that during Closed Session, Council authorized defense of the litigation matter. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Heidt adjourned the special meeting of the City Council at 6:29 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Heidt called to order the regular meeting of the City Council at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL All Councilmembers were present. CITY CLERK'S ANNOUNCEMENT Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, announced that anyone wishing to address an item on the agenda should fill out a speakers' slip and submit it to the City Clerk before the item is discussed. EXECUTIVE SESSION This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further information that may be needed. This session is open to the public. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Addressing the Council at this time was Marshall Mouw, President of the LA County Division of the League of California Cities, regarding League activities to protect cities; Louis and Alexandra Florimonte regarding the spraying of herbicides in the South Fork of the Santa Clara River; John Kapella regarding a recent notice from the trash company; Dennis Conn regarding monorails and City dollars; Joe Young Jr. representing Vertex+ regarding activities for teenagers to showcase their artistic talents; Lynne Plambeck regarding activities in the River and requesting that the Council agendize discussion of the "hit piece" mailed prior to the April election; Paul Priesz representing the William S. Hart Union High School District regarding the need for more high schools; and Andy Martin and Allan Cameron regarding the Santa Clara River. STAFF COMMENTS Ken Pulskamp, Assistant City Manager, indicated that staff would come back with a report on the South Fork of the Santa Clara River. INVOCATION Councilmember Darcy gave the invocation. FLAG SALUTE Councilmember Darcy led the flag salute. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Klajic, second by Darcy, to approve the agenda, pulling Consent Items 9 and 24 for discussion. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Darcy, second by Ferry, to approve the minutes of the June 23, 1998 meeting. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY There were none. 2 PRESENTATIONS TO THE CITY There were none. ITEM 1 CONSENT CALENDAR READING OF ORDINANCE TITLES Government Code Section 36934 requires that all ordinances be read in full prior to Council taking action on the ordinance. By listing the ordinance title on the Council meeting agenda, Council may determine that the title has been read. Determine that the titles to all ordinances which appear on this public agenda have been read and waive further reading. ITEM 2 CONSENT CALENDAR AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS TRUCKS In September of 1997, Santa Clarita received notification from the offices of California State Senator Pete Knight and California Assembly Member George Runner that the City had been awarded a Petroleum Violation Escrow Account (PVEA) Grant in the amount of $100,000. Appropriate $80,000 in PVEA grant funds for the acquisition of Alternative Fueled Vehicles to Account No. 2411-8615, appropriate $20,000 in PVEA grant funds for the purchase and installation of related fueling infrastructure to Account No. 2411-8601, and increase estimated revenues, Account No. 453-5157 in the amount of $100,000 for the PVEA grant; reject all bids received as a result of City of Santa Clarita Bid #PS 97-98-28; and direct staff to re- bid the purchase of two Compressed Natural Gas vehicles. ITEM 3 CONSENT CALENDAR AMENDMENT TO MUNICIPAL CODE — STUDY SESSIONS At the meeting of June 9, 1998, Council changed the time for Study Sessions to begin at 5:30 p.m. and continue until no later than 7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. The City Attorney has recommended that an amendment to Section 2.04.010 of the Municipal Code be adopted to provide for these meetings. Introduce Ordinance No. 98-19 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2.04 OF TITLE 2, OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE TIME OF REGULAR MEETINGS, and pass to second reading. ITEM 4 CONSENT CALENDAR- AMENDMENT TO CITY'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE — RESOLUTION NO. 98-96 The Political Reform Act requires every local agency to review its Conflict of Interest Code biennially or as needed to determine if it is accurate or if the Code should be amended. Staff has determined that the fiat of designated employees needs to be amended to reflect changes in position titles. Adopt Resolution No. 98-96 adopting an amendment to the Conflict of Interest Code. 3 ITEM 5 This item number was not used. ITEM 6 CONSENT CALENDAR RENEWAL OF TREE TRIMMING CONTRACT Golden Bear Arborists, Inc. is beginning its third year of a four-year renewable contract for tree trimming service to the City. Golden Bear has provided the City with exceptional service over the past two years. Approve the contract with Golden Bear Arborists, Inc. for $462,760. These funds have been budgeted in FY 1998/99 in Account No. 5600-8001. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval. ITEM 7 CONSENT CALENDAR AWARD OF JANITORIAL CONTRACT On April 8, 1997, the City Council directed the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department to waive the bidding process and prepare an RFP (Request for Proposals) for janitorial services. On July 8, 1997, the City Council awarded the bid to Lee's Maintenance for one year, with the option to review annually for three additional years. Renew the contract with Lee's Maintenance for $103,290 and authorize an additional $5,000 for contingency. These funds have been budgeted in FY 1998/99 in Account Nos. 5502-8001 and 5507-8001. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval. ITEM 8 CONSENT CALENDAR AWARD OF SECURITY CONTRACT The City of Santa Clarita is in need of security services at City Hall, the Metrolink Stations, and the City's parks. The current provider has been working for the City for several years, but over time, the City's needs in this area have changed. Award a security contract to Golden West K-9 for $165,735. These funds have been budgeted in FY 1998/99 in Account Nos. 5500-8007 (City Hall), 5503-8088 (Metrolink Stations), 5502-8001 (City Park Facilities) and 5507-8001 (Sports Complex). Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval. ITEM 9 CONSENT CALENDAR 1997/98 AND 1998/99 ANNUAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS — AWARD CONTRACT To avoid project delays due to City Council's summer recess, staff is requesting that City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with the low bidder. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract for the 1997/98 and 1998/99 Annual Infrastructure Projects with the low bidder and authorize a 15 percent contingency expenditure. The funds have been budgeted in FY 1997/98 and 4 FY 1998/99 in the proper accounts. Authorize the City Manager or,designee to execute and sign all documents, subject to City Attorney approval. In response to inquiries and concerns from Councilmembers, Assistant City Manager Pulskamp advised that staff would get feedback from local contractors as to how they can participate in the projects. ITEM 10 CONSENT CALENDAR CITYWIDE TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE INVENTORY SYSTEM — AWARD OF CONTRACT The goal of this project is to develop an automated and centralized Traffic Control Device Inventory (TCDI) system. The chosen consultant will establish an accurate inventory of all existing signs and pavement markings within the City's boundaries, and will be responsible for developing a sign inspection and maintenance program. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Echelon Industries, Inc.. in an amount not to exceed $75,000.00, subject to City Attorney approval. Authorize continuing appropriations in Account No. 4331-8001 from FY 1997/98 to FY 1998/99 in the amount of $75,000.00. ITEM 11 CONSENT CALENDAR WILEY CANYON ROAD REALIGNMENT — PROJECT NO. S202U — ADVERTISE r^ FOR BIDS p On September 9, 1997, the City Council approved the new alignment for Wiley F Canyon Road. This alignment will include construction of two travel lanes using an eastern portion of right-of-way; curb, gutter, and a seven -foot sidewalk on the east side; a five-foot paved shoulder lane next to the curb for bicycle use; an asphalt walk area on the west side from Powell Street to Wabuska Road; and a concrete retaining wall to relieve the existing steep slope impacts on the roadway. Approve the plans and specifications for the Wiley Canyon Road Realignment, Project No. S2020, and authorize advertising for bids. ITEM 12 CONSENT CALENDAR EL NINO 1998 — EMERGENCY STORM REPAIRS UPDATE This item will update the City Council on the El Niiio 1998 storm repairs, which have now been completed. Appropriate additional budget to provide for El Niiio 1998 storm repairs in the amount of $269,800.83 from City Council Fiscal Year 1997/98 Contingency Account No. 1240-7401. Accept • the work performed by Oberg Contracting Corporation for emergency repairs relative. to the El Niuio 1998 storm season. Direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion. ITEM 18 CONSENT CALENDAR SANTA CLARITA DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT AREA NO. 20, TRACT NOS. 47863, 46626, AND 50536 (A UNIT OF TRACT NO. 46626) LOCATED AT WHITES CANYON ROAD NORTH OF NADAL STREET RESOLUTION NO. 98-61 Resolution initiating proceedings with regard to Drainage Benefit Assessment Area No. 20, ordering the preparation of an Engineer's Report, approving the preliminary Engineer's Report and setting the time and place for a public hearing. Adopt Resolution No. 98-61, initiating proceedings with regards to Drainage Benefit Assessment Area No. 20 for Fiscal Year 1998/99. Order the preparation of the Engineer's Report, approve the preliminary Engineer's Report and set September 8, 1998 as the time and place for a public hearing. ITEM 14 CONSENT CALENDAR LIGHT SIX TENNIS COURTS AT CANYON HIGH SCHOOL — PROJECT NO. M0005 — ADVERTISE FOR BIDS The 1997/989 budget adopted by the City Council included an account for park rehabilitation. A portion of the funding included money for tennis court lighting at Canyon High School. Approve the plans and specifications for Project No. M0005, and authorize advertising for bids for the Tennis Court Lighting Project at Canyon High School. ITEM 15 CONSENT CALENDAR SANTA CLARITA TOBACCO CONTROL SERVICES GRANT PROGRAM In April 1997, the City received $79,764 in grant funding from the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services for a Tobacco Control Services Grant. The City has successfully completed the scope or work to fulfill requirements for this grant. The activities were successfully completed, with grant revenue remaining. Approve an allocation of $20,000 from Account No. 7444-8001 for the Santa Clarita Tobacco Control Services Grant Program. Funds are budgeted in Fiscal Year 1998/99. Approve continuing appropriation of $20,000 from Fiscal Year 1997/98 to Fiscal Year 1998/99 in Account No. 7444-8001. ITEM 16 CONSENT CALENDAR ESTABLISHING THE DOWNTOWN NEWHALL SPECIAL STANDARDS DISTRICT AND ADDING SECTION 17.16.100 TO THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE (UDC AMENDMENT NO. 98-002) — ORDINANCE NO. 98-13 At the meeting of June 23, 1998, the City Council approved the Downtown Newhall Special Standards District, Special Standards and Design Guidelines. Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 98-13 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA AMENDING THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ESTABLISHING THE DOWNTOWN NEWHALL SPECIAL STANDARDS DISTRICT AS SECTION 17.16.100 OF THE SANTA CLARITA UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE (UDC AMENDMENT 98- 002). ITEM 17 CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVING ANNEXATION 98-001 AND PREZONE 98-001 (MASTER CASE 98- 097), FOR THE WHITNEY RANCH ANNEXATION, LOCATED EAST OF STATE U ROUTE 14, EAST OF THE TERMINUS OF SAN FERNANDO ROAD, ADJACENT TO THE CITY — ORDINANCE NO. 98-16 Ordinance No. 98-16 was introduced on June 23, 1998. After conducting the public hearing on the item, the Council waived further reading of the ordinance and passed to second reading. Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 98-16 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP (PREZONE 98-001) FOR WHITNEY RANCH (ANNEX. 98-001 AND PREZONE 98-001), THE 537.1 ACRE AREA LOCATED ADJACENT TO AND OUTSIDE THE EXISTING CITY LIMITS EAST OF STATE ROUTE 14, EXTENDING EAST OF THE TERMINUS OF SAN FERNANDO ROAD AND INTO A PORTION OF THE ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST. ITEM IS CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVING PREZONE 89-001 (MASTER CASE 89-016) AND ADOPTING A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO FILE AN APPLICATION WITH LAFCO FOR THE TOWSLEY CANYON ANNEXATION — ORDINANCE NO. 98-14 AND RESOLUTION NO. 98-100 This is the second reading of Ordinance No. 98-14 to prezone Towsley Canyon to allow for future annexation; and resolution of application for the Towsley Canyon . Annexation to be submitted to the LAFCO. Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 98-14 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP (PREZONE 89-001) FOR THE AREA LOCATED ADJACENT TO AND OUTSIDE THE EXISTING CITY LIMITS GENERALLY WEST OF INTERSTATE 5, EXTENDING ONE HALF MILE SOUTH OF THE CALGROVE BOULEVARD EXIT, AND TO THE NORTH APPROXIMATELY 500 FEET SOUTH OF SAGECREST CIRCLE. Adopt Resolution No. 98-100 to authorize the City Manager or designee to file an annexation application with the LAFCO. Council noted that reference should be made to the mitigated negative declaration. ITEM 19 CONSENT CALENDAR SKATEPARK SAFETY EQUIPMENT — ORDINANCE No. 98-17 At the City Council meeting of June 23, 1998, Council introduced Ordinance No. 98- 17 and waived further reading of the ordinance and passed to second reading. Waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 98-17 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, RELATING TO SKATEBOARD PARKS AND ROLLER-SKATING ON PUBLIC PROPERTY AND ADDING SECTIONS 12.54.030 AND 12.54.040 TO. THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE. 7 ITEM 20 CONSENT CALENDAR LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES TOBACCO CONTROL SERVICES GRANT Accepting grant funding from the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services for a Tobacco Control Services Grant Program. Approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the contracts accepting the $225,056 grant from the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services. Establish estimated revenues in the Miscellaneous Grants Fund Account No. 453-5054. Appropriate $1,500 to Account No. 7444-7302; $500 to Account No. 74447306; $500 to Account No. 7444-7307; $200 to Account No. 7444-7309; $4,000 to Account No. 7444-7312; $5,000 to Account No. 74447320; and $213,356 to Account No. 7444-8001. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute any agreements or change orders arising out of the Santa Clarita Tobacco Prevention Program. ITEM 21 CONSENT CALENDAR LOS ANGELES COUNTY JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT GRANT Accepting grant funding from the Los Angeles County Job Training Partnership Act for a Santa Clarita Satellite One -Stop Career Center. Approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute any contracts, agreements, or change orders arising out of the Los Angeles County Job Training Partnership Act Grant program. Authorize City Manager to approve hiring of a provisional Community Services Coordinator to work at the satellite One -Stop Career Center. Establish estimated revenues in the Miscellaneous Grants Fund Account No. 453-5055. Appropriate $300,000 to Account No. 7446 as specified in report. ITEM 22 CONSENT CALENDAR TRANSFER OF FRANCHISE AGREEMENT FROM TEXACO TRADING AND TRANSPORTATION, INC. (TTTI) TO EQUILON CALIFORNIA PIPELINE COMPANY — RESOLUTION NO. 98-76 On May 26, 1992, the City Council granted a non-exclusive franchise to Texaco Trading and Transportation, Inc. (TTTI) for the term of ten (10) years from and after December 10, 1991. A change of ownership and operational control is being requested due to a merger between Texaco and Shell Oil Company. Adopt Resolution No. 98-76 granting the transfer of the pipeline operated under Ordinance No. 92-10 from Texaco Trading and Transportation, Inc. to Equilon California Pipeline Company, subject to all terms and conditions of the original agreement. ITEM 23 CONSENT CALENDAR PROPOSITION A — LOCAL RETURN FUNDS EXCHANGE WITH THE CITY OF LA VERNE The City of La Verne is seeking cities interested in exchanging unrestricted general funds for Proposition A Local Return funds in the amount of $225,000. The City of Santa Clarita would exchange $.70 of unrestricted General Funds for each $1.00 of Proposition A Funds, resulting in a net gain of $67,500. Adopt Resolution No. 98-99, 12 authorizing the execution of an assignment agreement with the City of La Verne for exchange of Proposition A Funds for General Funds; and authorize the City Manager'to sign all necessary documents, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. ITEM 24 CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVE THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A NEW TELEPHONE SYSTEM FROM NEXUS INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE FINANCING OF THE TELEPHONE SYSTEM — RESOLUTION NO. 98-95 The City currently utilizes Pacific Bell's Centrex system for its entire telecommunications needs. Centrex offers a myriad of features and telephone lines for a monthly lease charge. This ongoing cost, along with the growth and size of the City's current communications system has prompted staff to investigate the potential advantages of purchasing its own telephone switch. The current Centrex system requires the City to lease telephone lines from Pacific Bell. Costs are also incurred, in addition to the monthly telephone line charges, each time a feature, move and/or change occurs. Staff recommends replacing Centrex with a new telephone system in an effort to minimize ongoing costs while maximizing the City's telecommunications functionality. In response to inquiries and concerns from Councilmembers, Jesse Juarros, Technology Services Manager, provided additional information. Motion by Darcy, second by Weste, to approve the purchase and installation of a new telephone system from Nexus Integrated Solutions in an amount not to exceed $420,000. Adopt Resolution No. 98-95 authorizing lease agreement with Leasing Innovations for the purchase of telephone system, for an amount not to exceed $420,000. Funds have been budgeted in the proposed 98/99 budget in Account No. 2310-8610. On roll call vote: Ayes: Weste, Klajic, Darcy, Ferry Noes: Heidt Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 25 CONSENT CALENDAR CHECK REGISTER NOS: 24, 25, AND 26 — RESOLUTION NO. 98-101 Adoption of resolution approving and ratifying payment of the demands presented in the check register. Adopt Resolution No. 98-101. Motion by Weste, second by Darcy, to adopt the consent calendar with the exception of Item 24. U On roll call vote: Ayes: Hlajic, Darcy, Ferry, Weste, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 26 PUBLIC HEARING SANTA CLARITA STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1, CONFIRMING ASSESSMENTS AND APPROVING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1998-99, AND ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR BUDGET FOR THE STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT — RESOLUTION NO. 98-98 Mayor Heidt opened the public hearing. Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, reported that all notices required have been provided. Lawrence Cushman, Supervising Engineer, reported that prior to Fiscal Year 1998/99, street lighting services in the City were provided by a special benefit district administered by the County of Los Angeles. Over the past year, the City has been in the process of transferring the jurisdiction of street light maintenance from . the County to the City. No requests to speak were submitted on this item. Mayor Heidt closed the public hearing. Motion by Weste, second by Klajic, to adopt Resolution No. 98-98, confirming assessments and approving the levy and collection of assessments within Santa Clarita Street Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 1998/99, pursuant to the provisions of Part 2 of Division 16 of the California Streets and Highways Code, and adopt the Fiscal Year 1998/99 budget for the Street Lighting Maintenance District. On roll call vote: Ayes: Darcy, Ferry, Weste, Klajic, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried ITEM 27 UNFINISHED BUSINESS NOMINATION AND APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONERS, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONERS, AND REDEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS I$] Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, reported that this item is for Council nomination and appointment to fill three vacancies on each of the Planning Commission, Parks & Recreation Commission, and the Redevelopment Committee. Mayor Pro Tem Darcy nominated Bob Kellar to serve on the Planning Commission. Motion by Darcy, second by Weste, to appoint Bob Kellar to the Planning Commission. On roll call vote: Ayes: Ferry, Weste, Hlajic, Darcy, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. Councilmember Ferry nominated Pat Modugno to serve on the Planning Commission effective August 1, 1998. Motion by Ferry, second by Darcy, to appoint Pat Modugno to the Planning Commission. On roll call vote: Ayes: Weste, Klajic, Darcy, Ferry, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. Councilmember Weste nominated Dennis Ostrom to serve on the Planning Commission. Motion by Weste, second by Ferry, to appoint Dennis Ostrom to the Planning Commission. On roll cell vote: Ayes: 13ajic, Darcy, Ferry, Weste, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. Councilmember Weste nominated Todd Longshore to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission effective August 1, 1998. Motion by Weste, second by Darcy, to appoint Todd Longshore to the Parks & Recreation Commission. 11 On roll call vote: Ayes: Darcy, Ferry, Weste, Hlajic, Heidt Noes: None Absent. None Motion carried. Councilmember Ferry nominated Kimberle Wooten to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission. Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to appoint Him Wooten to the Parks & Recreation Commission. On roll call vote: Ayes: Ferry, Weste, Hlgjic, Darcy, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. Mayor Pro Tem Darcy nominated Paul Higgins to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission. Motion by Darcy, second by Weste, to appoint Paul Higgins to the Parks & Recreation Commission. On roll call vote: Ayes: Weste, Riajic, Darcy, Ferry, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. Mayor Heidt opened nominations for the Redevelopment Committee. Motion by Heidt, second by Weste, to appoint Joe Gallagher to the Redevelopment Committee. On roll call vote: Ayes: Hlajic, Heidt Noes: Darcy, Ferry, Weste Absent: None Motion does not carry. Motion by Weste, second by Ferry, to appoint Eliireda Higgins to the Redevelopment Committee. 12 On roll call vote: Ayes: Darcy, Ferry, Weste, lclajic Noes: Heidt Absent: None Motion carried. Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to appoint Larry Newberry to the Redevelopment Committee. On roll call vote: Ayes: Ferry, Weste, Darcy Noes: ffiajic, Heidt Absent: None Motion carried. Motion by Darcy, second by Ferry, to appoint Duane Harte to the Redevelopment Committee. On roll call vote: Ayes: Weste, Klajic, Darcy, Ferry Noes: Heidt Absent: None Motion carried. Council expressed appreciation to the many qualified applicants and requested that the applications for the Redevelopment Committee be kept active for consideration if there are additional openings. RECESS AND RECONVENE Mayor Heidt called a recess at 7:50 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:06 p.m. ITEM 28 UNFINISHED BUSINESS NEWHALL RANCH FISCAL IMPACT REPORT Steve Stark, Director of Administrative Services, reported that at the regular City Council meeting of April 28, 1998, the City Council directed the City staff to prepare a fiscal impact report on the proposed Newhall Ranch project. Staff, with the assistance of Ultra -Research, has completed the final report. In addition to the identified impacts to the City, the report identifies several impacts on County services. Actual impacts will only be known after development. Addressing the Council on this item was Lynne Plambeck, Jim Harter representing Newhall Ranch Company, and Allan Cameron. Motion by lDajic, second by Weste, to incorporate this information into the presentation to the County, request the consultants to work 13 together and see what can be agreed to, and have Councilmembers Ferry and Weste testify before the County on July 28, 1998. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. ITEM 29 UNFINISHED BUISNESS COMMUTE CONNECTION PROJECT Mayor Heidt reported that at the meeting cf June 23, 1998, the Council adopted the proposed 1998199 Fiscal Year Budget and added an amount not to exceed $140,000 for additional transit service, entitled the Commute Connection, and explained her intent in requesting this item be placed on the agenda for clarification. No action taken. ITEM 30 NEW BUSINESS RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY — WILEY CANYON ROAD REALIGNMENT — PROJECT NO. 52020 Chris Price, Supervising Engineer, reported that this item is for the acquisition of an easement for public street and slope purposes for the realignment of Wiley Canyon Road. Staff has been meeting with the property owner and believes an agreement will possibly be reached within a few days. The action is still necessary should an agreement not be reached. Carl Newton, City Attorney, noted that no written request for a hearing had been received. One written comment was received on this item. Motion by Hlajic, second by Darcy, to find and determine that the public interest, convenience, and necessity require the acquisition of certain property for public purposes (Wiley Canyon Road Realignment Project). Adopt Resolution No. 98-97 authorizing the commencement of eminent domain proceeding so as to acquire the easement described therein. Direct the City Attorney to file the action expeditiously. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents necessary for the acquisition. On roll call vote: Ayes: 1Dajic, Darcy, Ferry, Weste, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. 14 ITEM 31 NEW BUSINESS REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE CENTER FOR APPLIED COMPETITIVE TECHNOLOGY (CACT) AT COLLEGE OF THE CANYONS Mike Haviland, Marketing and Economic Development Manager, reported that College of the Canyons, in partnership with Advanced Dynamics, Inc. is seeking the City's participation in the funding of a unique training program. This program is aimed at addressing a critical labor shortage shared by local manufacturing businesses like ADI. Addressing the Council on this item was Bruce Fortin representing the Board of Trustees of the Santa Clarita Community College District and William Barritt representing Aerosace Dynamics International, Inc. One written comment was also submitted. Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to approve a one-time grant of up to $78,400 to College of the Canyons for partial funding of the Center for Applied Competitive Technologies (CACT). Make funds contingent on an amount equal to 50% of funds received (up to $76,000) in use tax revenues that is a direct result of a capital equipment purchase by Aerospace Dynamics Inc. (ADI) for the purpose of education and job training for College of the Canyons students. Appropriate $78,000 from City Council Contingency Fund (Account No. 1240-7401). On roll call vote: Ayes: Darcy, Ferry, Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. Weste, Hlajic, Heidt ITEM 32 NEW BUSINESS STATE LEGISLATION — SENATE BILL 1886 (HAYDEN) Michael P. Murphy, Intergovernmental Relations Officer, reported that Senate Bill 1886 would create the San Fernando Valley Transportation Authority. The SFVTA will be the sole planning and programming entity for transportation in the San Fernando Valley. This board will settle under the funding jurisdiction of the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Addressing the Council on this item was Connie Worden-Roberts who also submitted a written comment. Motion by Ferry, second by Blgjic, to take no position. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. 15 RECESS AND RECONVENE Mayor Heidt called a recess at 9:22 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:35 p.m. ITEM 33 NEW BUSINESS MEMORANDUM .OF UNDERSTANDING FOR THE NORTH VALENCIA 2 SPECIFIC PLAN Jeffrey Lambert, Director of Planning and Building Services, reported that this item refers to an MOU for the proposed 527 -acre North Valencia 2 annexation, generally located north of Newhall Ranch Road, west of McBean Parkway, south and east of Copper Hill Drive and including Valencia High School. Addressing the Council on this item was Lynne Plambeck representing SCOPE, Allan Cameron, and Dennis Conn. Motion by Weste, second by Darcy, to modify the non-binding North Valencia 2 annexation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City and the Valencia Company to consider adding the Westcreek Project Area, to negotiate with Valencia Company, Tesoro del Valle and the new owners of the Lockheed property to ensure that Newhall Ranch Road is put through to I-5, to amend MOU Section 3, paragraphs A, B, and C to remove specific reference to Quimby credit, and to review the recommendations made by Lynne Plambeck. Direct the City Manager or designee to execute the MOU. Authorize the City Manager or designee to establish a contract with Impact Sciences, Inc. for preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for an amount not to exceed $175,000 to Account No. 501-2385, subject to City Attorney approval, to be paid by the Valencia Company. On roll call vote: Ayes: Ferry, Weste, ffiajic, Darcy, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 34 NEW BUSINESS AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH . RINCON CONSULTANTS TO PREPARE AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) FOR THE GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD AND HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT (MASTER CASE 98-114: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 98-003/ZONE CHANGE 98-002) Jeffrey Lambert, Director of Planning and Building Services, reported that on February 24, 1998, the City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the William S. Hart School District regarding the construction of Golden Valley Road and a new high school. Both parties subsequently ratified this 16 MOU. At that time, staff envisioned that a focused EIR could be prepared for the project. Addressing the Council on this item was Larry Rasmussen; Connie Worden-Roberts representing the SC Citizens Transportation Committee, the SCV Chamber of Commerce and the Valencia Industrial Association; Allan Cameron; Vera Johnson representing the SC Citizens Transportation Committee; Bob Lathrop; Donna Carpenter; Robert Lee representing the William S. Hart School District; Dennis Conn; and Jonathan Myl representing the Saugus Union School District. One written comment was submitted on this item. Motion by Weste, second by Darcy, to authorize the City Manager to enter into a professional services agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and Rincon Consultants to prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Golden Valley Road and High School Project for a total contract amount not to exceed $79,730 plus a ten percent contingency from Account No. 4362-8001, subject to City Attorney approval. On roll call vote: Ayes. Weste, Blajic, Darcy, Ferry, Heidt Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. COMMITTEE REPORTS (Council) Mayor Pro Tem Darcy distributed information on the last meeting of the LA County Criminal Justice Commission. Councilmember KWic commented on the recent tour of the green building in San Diego and advised that staff would be making a presentation. Council discussed placing an item on the agenda regarding campaign ethics. No consensus was reached. STAFF COMMENTS Assistant City Manager Pulskamp distributed and reviewed the City's Strategic Implementation Plan 1998-2000. Staff will be setting up a trip to Fillmore and will include the Redevelopment Committee. Staff will also disseminate information on the City's noise ordinance regarding leaf blowers. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS There were none. 17 ADJOURNMENT Motion by Darcy, second by Klajic, to adjourn the me•ating at if• `5 p.m. in memory of Betty Killmeyer. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held Tuesday, August 25, 1998 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, after the summer break. ATTEST: CITY CLERK OML]l.dm IN