HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-07-10 - MINUTES - REGULAR MTG (2)CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
5:00 P.M.
BE NUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M.
JULY 10, 2001
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Weste called to order the special meeting of the City Council at 5.03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
There was none.
CLOSED SESSION
Carl Newton, City Attorney, advised of the need to conduct a Closed Session for the
purpose of holding a:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — Pending Litigation
Government Code Section 54956.9 (a)
Gillespie v. City of Santa Clarita
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. PC 027650 W
City of Santa Clarita v. U. S. Department of Interior
U. S. District Court, Central District, Case No. CV 01-00599.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — Anticipated Litigation
Government Code Section 54956.9(c) — one matter
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Weste recessed the meeting to closed session at 5:05 p.m. and reconvened the
meeting at 6:10 p.m.
CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENT
Carl Newton, City Attorney, announced
session that was required to be reported.
that no action was taken during closed
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Weste adjourned the meeting at 6:11 p.m.
CITY CLERWS ANNOUNCEMENT
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, announced that 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 announced by the Mayor.
INVOCATION
Councilmember Darcy gave the invocation.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Weste called to order the regular meeting of the City Council at 6:14 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember Darcy led the flag salute.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Darcy commented on improvements to the Council Chamber.
Councilmember Kellar noted the passing of Sheila Veloz and arrangements in her
memory.
Councilmember Ferry noted he had provided a copy of a proposed initiative to staff
for discussion at the August 28 Council meeting.
Mayor Waste noted the passing of David James Dawson, father of Sharon Dawson,
City Clerk.
COMMITTEE REPORTS (Council)
Councilmember Smyth commented that he would make his solid waste report under
that item.
Mayor Weste reported on the Veterans' Park meeting.
AWARDS/RECOGNITION TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY
Mayor Weste and Councilmembers presented a plaque to Barry and Nancy Gump for
their support of the winter shelter.
PRESENTATIONS TO THE CITY
None.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council at this time was Leon Worden representing the SCV
Historical Society regarding the Pioneer Oil Refinery (submitted material); Pete
Ordway regarding Valley/Calgrove; Annette Lucas representing Citizens Against
Barricades regarding Valley/Calgrove; Bill Wittenberg regarding fire station
locations, working with City staff and the cost of a freeway sign; and John Steffen
regarding the death penalty.
Regarding Porta Bella, Agenda Item 32, Sayereh Amir representing DTSC
responded to Council comments and questions.
STAFF COMMENTS
George Caravalho, City Manager, commented that staff would look into the refinery
issue tomorrow and that no further action would be taken without further Council
direction on the location of fire stations outside the City.
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain
any further information that may be needed.
Carl Newton, City Attorney, advised of a subsequent need item that Council might
wish to consider adding to the agenda to award the design contract for
Valley/Calgrove.
Council consensus to hold a special meeting prior to August 16, 2001
to consider this item using the normal notice process.
Carl Newton, City Attorney, advised of an addition to the recommended action on
Item 23 to transfer $10,000 from Council Contingency Account 1240-7401 to Account
F3006001-8001 for due diligence and escrow fees.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Kellar, second by Smyth, to approve the agenda tabling
Consent Item 4, pulling Consent Items 6, 12, 16, 23, and 28, and
continuing Consent Item 11 to the September 11, 2001 meeting.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to approve the minutes of the
June 26, 2001 meeting.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
ITEM 1
CONSENT CALENDAR
READING OF ORDINANCE TITLES
By listing the ordinance titles on the public agenda and placing an item on the
Consent Calendar for Council to waive further reading of all ordinances whose titles
appear on the public agenda, this reading requirement is satisfied once Council
approves the Consent Calendar item. Determine that the titles to all ordinances
which appear on this public agenda have been read and waive further reading.
ITEM 2
CONSENT CALENDAR
AMENDMENT TO CITY'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
The Political Reform Act requires every local agency to review its Conflict of Interest
Code as needed to determine if it is accurate or if the Code should be amended. Staff
has determined that the list of designated employees needs to be amended to add and
delete certain positions. Adopt Resolution No. 01-80 adopting an amendment to the
City's Conflict of Interest Code.
ITEM 3
CONSENT CALENDAR CENTRAL PARK PHASE II EXPANSION — PROJECT
NO. P4004
The City Council appropriated funding in the 2000 / 2001 budget to design and
construct the Central Park Phase II project. During the Fiscal Year 2001 / 2002
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budget process, Council approved an additional $1,400,000 for the expansion of
Central Park. Phase II. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a
contract with RJM Design Group, Inc., subject to City Attorney approval, for an
amount not to exceed $150,000. Authorize the payment of the required connection
fee to the Castaic Lake Water Agency, for an amount not to exceed $250,000;
authorize entering into a contract with Leighton Associates for geotechnical services,
for an amount not to exceed $40,000; authorize the City Manager to ,negotiate a
change order for the construction of Phase II expansion with Terra -Cal
Construction, Inc., for an amount not to exceed the City Council approved budget of
$1,400,000, less the sum of actual negotiated amounts resulting from actions 1, 2,
and 3. In no case will the amount available for construction be less than $960,000.
Funds have been budgeted in Fiscal Year 2001 / 2002 in Account No. P4004001-
8001.
ITEM 4
CONSENT CALENDAR
AFFIRMATION OF. CITY'S ABILITY TO CREATE A MUNICIPALLY -OWNED
UTILITY
Due to the severe power crisis facing the State of California, the City of Santa
Clarita is exploring the possibility of establishing a municipal utility. Adopt a
resolution creating a municipally owned utility , for the purpose of forming a
foundation for potential delivery of future'utility services.
Councilmember Smyth suggested the Energy Committee discuss this item.
Through earlier action, this item was tabled.
ITEM 5
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION FOR CITY OF SANTA CLARITA'S COMMITMENT TO ENERGY
Due to the severe power crisis, the City of Santa Clarita is committed to doing all it
can to positively contribute to a difficult situation. This resolution addresses the
City's commitment to energy reduction. Adopt Resolution No. 01-81 stating that the
City of Santa Clarita will commit to reducing energy consumption by an additional
10%.
ITEM 6
CONSENT CALENDAR
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CITYWIDE STREET SWEEPING
The City of Santa Clarita places a high emphasis on quality, therefore staff utilized
a Request For Proposal (RFP) process for the Citywide Street Sweeping. The
submitted proposals include several options for sweeping intervals. Presently the
City contracts for sweeping using a combination of timeframes.
Jere Costello representing California Street Maintenance and Bill Burr representing
Venco Western Inc. spoke on behalf of their firms.
In response to inquiries from Councilmembers, staff provided additional
information.
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Motion by Kellar, second by„Darcy, , to award contract to Venco
Western Inc., in an amount not to exceed $423,900 to provide street
sweeping services Citywide on the following schedule: (Residential
r and Major Streets - Option A, Industrial Streets - Option B and City
Facilities and Trails - Option Q. Authorize the City Manager or
designee to refine scope of work, negotiate contract and execute all
documents, subject to City Attorney approval. Agreement is for a
three-year period with a possible one-year extension.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Darcy, Kellar, Ferry, Smyth, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 7
CONSENT CALENDAR
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING, AMENDING AND ADDING PROVISIONS OF
THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE, (SCMC - TITLE 8) - ANIMALS
In order to provide services consistent with the unincorporated areas of the County,
Animal Control Services requested the City adopt the changes made in the code. At
the meeting of June 26, 2001, Council received and passed the first reading of this
ordinance. Adopt Ordinance No. 01-12 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
TITLE 8 - "ANIMALS” OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE.
ITEM 8
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE SITE SPECIFIC STORM
DRAINAGE POLLUTION ABATEMENT FEE FOR THE HIDDEN CREEK
DEVELOPMENT WEST OF MCBEAN PARKWAY AND SOUTH OF COPPERHILL
DRIVE (HEI)DEN CREEK) SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC
HEARING
Proposition 218 requires that the City conduct an election of property owners for the
imposition of the Site Specific Storm Drainage Pollution Abatement Fee for the
Hidden Creek development. The resolution initiates the election proceedings as
required. Adopt Resolution No. 01-82 initiating proceedings for the Hidden Creek
development Site Specific Storm Drainage Pollution Abatement Fee and set the
public hearing for July 10, 2001.
ITEM 9
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE SANTA CLARITA STORM
DRAINAGE FEE FOR THE CALIFORNIA CANYONS ANNEXATION AND
SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING - Proposition 218
requires that the City conduct. an election of property owners for the imposition of
the Storm Drainage Fee in annexation areas. The resolution initiates the election
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California Canyons Annexation Storm Drainage Fee and set the public hearing for
September 11, 2001.
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ITEM 10
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE SANTA CLARITA STORM
DRAINAGE FEE FOR THE STONECREST ANNEXATION AND SETTING A
TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
Proposition 218 requires that the City conduct an election of property owners for the
imposition of the Storm Drainage Fee and set the public hearing for September 11,
2001. Adopt Resolution No. 01-84 initiating proceedings for the Stonecrest
Annexation Storm Drainage Fee and set the public hearing for September 11, 2001.
ITEM 11
CONSENT CALENDAR
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS POPULATION
ESTIMATES FOR THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
This report provides a synopsis of the projected population for the City of Santa
Clarita based on review of the 1995 North Los Angeles County Subregion 2020
Growth Projection Report and 2001 Regional Transportation Plan. Receive and file
information regarding the population estimates for the City of Santa Clarita. Mayor
Weste requested this item be continued to provide comparison information with
other jurisdictions.
Through earlier action, this item was continued to the September 11,
2001 meeting.
ITEM 12
CONSENT CALENDAR
ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE WES THOMPSON RANCH ANNEXATION AREA
— PREZONE NO. 96-001
On June 26, 2001, the City Council conducted the first reading for the Wes
Thompson Ranch prezone ordinance and passed it to this meeting. This project is
for the development of the 267 single family homes and annexation to the City of a
176 -acre parcel located at the northern terminus of Gary and Marilyn Drives north
of Soledad Canyon Road and east of Sand Canyon Road in the unincorporated Los
Angeles County (Master Case 96-072). The applicant is American Beauty
Development.
In response to inquiry from Councilmembers, staff confirmed that all conditions
requested by the Council at the public hearing have been noted.
Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry to adopt Ordinance No. 01-13
entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SANTA CLARITA TO APPROVE PREZONE NO. 96-001 (MASTER
CASE 96.072) FOR THE WES THOMPSON RANCH ANNEXATION
AREA, ANNEXATION 96-001) LOCATED AT THE TERMINUS OF
GARY DRIVE AND MARILY DRIVE EAST OF SAND CANYON ROAD
IN THE COMMUNITY OF CANYON COUNTRY OUTSIDE OF AND
ADJACENT TO THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA CITY LIMITS."
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On roll call vote:
Ayes: Ferry, Smyth, Darcy
Noes: Weste
Absent: None
Disqualified: Kellar.
ITEM 13
CONSENT CALENDAR
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANTA
CLARITA AND THE SANTA CLARITA VALLEY COMMITTEE ON AGING
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on
Aging in exchange for services supporting the Santa Clarita Transit program.
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Santa Clarita Valley
Committee on Aging; authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the MOU,
subject to City Attorney approval; appropriate $150,000, which has been budgeted in
the Fiscal Year 2001 /2002 Budget, Account No. 4100-8110.
ITEM 14
CONSENT
DICKASON DRIVE AND SMYTH DRIVE — ESTABLISHING PASSENGER
LOADING / UNLOADING ZONE AND NO -STOPPING ZONE FOR VALENCIA
HIGH SCHOOL
Relocate the existing passenger loading / unloading zone along the west side of
Dickason Drive, adjacent to Valencia High School, to the north side of Smyth Drive.
Adopt Resolution No. 01-85 establishing a no -stopping zone (1,200 feet) along the
west side of Dickason Drive, and a passenger loading / unloading zone (950 feet)
along the north side of Smyth Drive, for Valencia High School.
ITEM 15
CONSENT CALENDAR
ALAMINOS DRIVE / BENZ ROAD MULTI -WAY STOP INSTALLATION
Staff received a request from the Saugus Safety Committee to investigate the
possibility of installing a four-way stop at the intersection of Alaminos Drive / Benz
Road. Adopt Resolution No. 01-86 authorizing the installation of a multi -way stop
control at the intersection of Alaminos Drive and Benz Road.
ITEM 16
CONSENT CALENDAR
TRACT MAP NO. 44831-02 (HIDDEN CREEK, NORTH VALENCIA II
ANNEXATION) — APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP AND ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS
OF DEDICATION — Approval of Tract Map No. 44831-02 (Hidden Creek, North
Valencia II Annexation) consisting of approximately 85.7 acres, located west of
McBean Parkway and south of Copper Hill Drive, and owned by the Newhall Land
& Farming Company.
Addressing the Council on this item was Lynne Plambeck representing SCOPE..
Motion by Ferry, second by Kellar, to approve Parcel Map No. 44831-
02; accept offers of dedication; make certain findings; instruct the
City Treasurer to endorse the Special Assessment Certificate; and
instruct the City Clerk to endorse the Certificate on the face of the
Map.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Kellar, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 17
CONSENT CALENDAR
2001 / 2002 ANNUAL SLURRY SEAL PROGRAM, PROJECT NO. M0017 —
AWARD DESIGN CONTRACT
The annual slurry project will seal surface cracks, 'enhance skid resistance
properties, enhance the appearance of the area, and increase pavement life. Award
the contract to Pavement Engineering, Inc. (PEI) for engineering design services for
the 2001 / 2002 annual slurry seal program in the amount of $47,740.00; authorize a
15 percent contingency expenditure in the amount of $7,161.00. Funds for this
project have been budgeted in FY 2001 / 2002 in CIP Account No. M0017001-8001.
Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City
Attorney approval.
ITEM 18
CONSENT CALENDAR
BUSINESS PARK) AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS. CFD 99-1-1 AND 99-1-2.
2001 / 2002 ANNUAL OVERLAY PROGRAM, -PROJECT NO. M0020 — AWARD
DESIGN CONTRACT
The annual overlay project will resurface various streets throughout the City to
provide a smoother ride for traffic, enhance the appearance of the area, and extend
the economic life of the roadway. Award the contract to Willdan for engineering
design services for the 2001 / 2002 annual overlay program in the amount of
$64,225.00, and authorize a 15 percent contingency expenditure in the amount of
$9,633.75. Funds for this project have been budgeted in Fiscal Year 2001 / 2002 in
CIP Account No. M0020201-8001. Authorize the City Manager or designee to
execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 19
CONSENT CALENDAR
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY INTO SANTA CLARITA STREETLIGHT
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1
This resolution declares the city's intention to annex Tract Nos. 44831-01, 44831-02,
44831-03, 52111, and 52667, North Valencia II, into Streetlight Maintenance
District No. 1 as Annexation No. 2001-L20. Currently, there are 29 parcels that will
eventually be subdivided into 425 multi -family residential units, 1,400 single-family
residential units, 2 school sites, and 26 non-residential parcels. This annexation is
being established in compliance with Proposition 218. Adopt Resolution No. 01-87 to
initiate annexation proceedings for Annexation No. 2001-L20 into Streetlight
Maintenance District No. 1; approve the Engineer's Report; declare the City's
intention to annex territories; and set the public hearing for August 28, 2001.
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ITEM 20
CONSENT CALENDAR
SOLEDAD CANYON EL NINO BANK STABILIZATION — PSE APPROVAL AND
BID ADVERTISING AUTHORIZATION
As a result of the heavy storm season in 1997 / 1998, restoration efforts were
initiated to prevent future erosion of the riverbank along Soledad Canyon Road
across from the former Saugus Speedway. Emergency Relief Restoration funds from
the Federal Highway Administration will fund this bank stabilization project.
Approve the plans, specifications, and Engineer's Estimate for the Soledad Canyon
El Nino Bank Stabilization Project No. D4001103; and authorize the advertisement
for bids for the construction of this project.
ITEM 21
CONSENT CALENDAR
GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD PHASE III, PROJECT NO. S3008 — AWARD OF
PROJECT CONTRACTS
This project will include grading of Golden Valley Road from future Via Princessa to
Redview Drive and a 12 -acre parcel, sewer construction for the school site, storm
drain construction, paving of Golden Valley Road from Sierra Highway to Redview
Drive, and traffic signal construction at Golden Valley Road and Sierra Highway.
Bids were received by the City Clerk's office on June 26, 2001. This item is to award
contracts and appropriate the necessary funds to construct Golden Valley Road
Phase III. Award contract to the lowest qualified bidder, Rasmussen-Ebensteiner,
in the amount of $6,853,313.50 and authorize a 10 percent contingency expenditure,
and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City
Attorney approval. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with R.T.
Frankian & Associates for geotechnical services for $600,700.00 and authorize a 15
percent contingency expenditure, and authorize the City Manager or designee to
execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval. Authorize the City
Manager to enter into a contract with Sikand Engineering Associates for
engineering support during construction and surveying services in the amount of
$220,000.00 and authorize a 15 percent contingency expenditure, and authorize the
City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney
approval. Authorize City Manager to enter into a contract with William rose and
Associates for engineering support during construction in the amount of $20,000.00
and authorize a 15 percent contingency expenditure, and authorize the City
Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
Approve appropriation of $1,188,000.00 in Golden Valley Road Phase III, Account
No. S3008302-8001, and increase the Fiscal Year 2001 / 2002 revenue projection for
Eastside B&T District by the same amount, upon receipt of payment of Bridge &
Thoroughfare fees from Santa Clarita Business Park. Approve transfer of
$2,300,000 from City property purchase, Account No. F3010001-8001, to Golden
Valley Road Phase III, Account No. S3008302-8001. Approve transfer of funds from
Golden Valley / Interim Improvement, Account No. C3002301-8001 to Golden Valley
Road Phase III, Account No. S3008302-8001.
ITEM 22
CONSENT CALENDAR
AWARD CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF OFFICE SUPPLIES
Periodically, purchasing reviews annual contracts for rebid. The office supply
contract was awarded April 27, 1999. It is now time to rebid the contract. The
Invitation to Bid was published, notifications were sent out, and were distributed to
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eight dealers who requested an opportunity to bid. Six suppliers submitted bids
opened by the City Clerk on June 13, 2001. Staff has determined the bid of Boise
Cascade scored the highest on the multiple evaluation criteria. Allow the use of
multiple criteria in evaluating the bid responses and award a contract for office
supplies to Boise Cascade, in an amount not to exceed $60,000 as specified in Bid
No. PS -00-01-32, from Account No. 2220-7307.
ITEM 23
CONSENT CALENDAR
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY TO EXERCISE THE PURCHASE OPTION
FOR THE CANYON COUNTRY JO ANNE DARCY LIBRARY
The Canyon Country Library has been a priority issue for the community for several
years. The City has worked closely with County staff and the developer to design
and construct the facility. The project includes the cost of the land and building,
furniture, fixtures and equipment, and off-site improvements. Approve the option to
purchase the Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library for $1,600,000, as stated in
the Option Agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and TCP Management.
Direct the City Manager to conduct the necessary due diligence and sign all
documents related to the purchase of the facility, subject to City Attorney approval.
Transfer $10,000 from Council Contingency Account 1240-7401 to Account
F3006001-8001 for due diligence and escrow fees. .
Addressing the Council on this item was Berta Gonzalez -Harper:
ITEM 24
CONSENT CALENDAR
LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE COUNTY FOR THE NEW
CANYON COUNTRY JO ANNE DARCY LIBRARY
City staff met with County Library staff on several occasions to negotiate a
participation and / or reimbursement arrangement regarding the Canyon Country
Jo Anne Darcy Library. Staff has negotiated a lease agreement. Approve the lease
agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and the County of Los Angeles Public
Library to operate and maintain the new Canyon Country Jo Anne Darcy Library.
Authorize the City Manager to sign all documents related to the lease agreement,
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 25
CONSENT CALENDAR
HOMELESS SHELTER 2001 / 2002
Since 1997, the City of Santa Clarita has allowed the Santa Clarita Community
Development Corporation (SCCDC) to utilize the Santa Clarita Sports Complex as a
temporary shelter. The SCCDC has actively researched 20 potential locations this
past year without success. They are aware that this is the last year there will be
suitable or available land in the entire Sports Complex.
Addressing the Council on this item was Berta Gonzalez -Harper.
Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry, to approve the use of
approximately 10,000 square feet of land at the Santa Clarita Sports
Complex for use as a temporary homeless shelter from November 1,
2001 to March $1, 2002. Approve a budget transfer of $45,000 from
Council Contingency Fund, Account No. 1240-7401 to Account No.
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7411-8001. Direct staff to continue to work with the Santa Clarita
Community Development Corporation (SCCDC) to develop a long-
term solution.
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On roll call vote:
Ayes: Darcy, Ferry, Smyth, Weste
Noes: Kellar
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 26
CONSENT CALENDAR
CHECK REGISTER NOS. 24 AND 25
Approval of the check registers. Adopt Resolution No. 01-88 to approve and ratify for
payment the demands presented in Check Registers 24 and 25.
Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to approve the balance of the
Consent Calendar.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Smyth, Darcy, Kellar, Ferry, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 27
PUBLIC HEARING.
2001 CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM LOCAL IMPLEMENTATION
REPORT
Mayor Weste opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to waive staff presentation.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
In report, Mark Yamarone, Transportation Funding Coordinator, stated that the
purpose of this item is the Annual Report to the Metropolitan Transportation
Authority verifying the City's compliance with the Congestion Management
Program (CMP). Participation requires the adoption of a compliance resolution, as
well as the reporting of new development activity and transportation improvements
to either credit or debit the bank established in the 1995 CMP.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Weste closed the public hearing.
Motion by Smyth, second by Darcy, to adopt Resolution No. 01-89
finding the City to be in conformance with the Congestion
Management Program; direct staff to deliver the adopted resolution
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and the 2001 Local Implementation Report to the Metropolitan
Transportation Authority on or before the September 1, 2001
deadline.
ADDITIONAL COUNCIL DIRECTION. City Manager to meet with
Mayor.
ITEM 28
PUBLIC HEARING
SITE SPECIFIC STORM DRAINAGE FEE ELECTION AND ADOPTING
RESOLUTION CANVASSING BALLOTS, IMPOSING SITE SPECIFIC STORM
DRAINAGE POLLUTION ABATEMENT FEE FOR THE HIDDEN CREEK
DEVELOPMENT WEST OF MCBEAN PARKWAY AND SOUTH OF COPPERHILL
DRIVE
Mayor Weste opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to waive staff presentation.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
In report, Jill Fosselman, Assistant to the City Manager, stated that the proposed
resolution establishes the site specific storm drainage fees for the Hidden Creek
Development west of McBean Parkway and south of Copperhill Drive (Hidden
Creek). Urban runoff and stormwater from the development will be diverted to a
filter detention basin for treatment and storage. For the City to properly fund the
maintenance of this water quality facility and the five outlets to the San
Francisquito Creek, a Site Specific Storm Drainage Pollution Abatement fee is
needed. Only the residents of the Hidden Creek Development will be required to
pay this fee, which is in addition to the storm drainage fee levied on all residences in
the City. Per the requirements of Proposition 218, a majority protest hearing is
necessary. If after the closing of the public hearing, property owners elect to impose
a fee, the Council may adopt the resolution canvassing ballots and impose site
specific storm drainage utility fees.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Weste closed the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, reported that a ballot had been received from the sole
property owner in favor of the proposed fee.
Motion by Ferry, second by Darcy, to canvass election ballots, and
adopt Resolution No. 01-80 making findings regarding election
results, setting site specific Storm Drainage Utility fees for the
Hidden Creek Development west of McBean Parkway and south of
Copperhill Drive (Hidden Creek).
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On roll call vote:
Ayes: Sellar, Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Weste
Noes. None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 29
PUBLIC HEARING
COST RECOVERY ANALYSIS AND PROPOSED NEW FEE SCHEDULE
Mayor Weste opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, reported that all notices required have been reported.
Motion by Ferry, second by Smyth, to waive staff presentation.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
In report, Steve Stark, Director of Administrative Services, stated that this item was
presented at the June 12, 2001 Council meeting and was continued to this meeting
to give staff additional time to work with the public on the development of these
fees. In 1990, Council directed staff to prepare a study identifying the full cost of
services provided by the City. Since that time, there has been only one adjustment
to fees, which was adopted in 1996. As a result, the City's fees have not kept up
with the cost of providing these services. This fee adjustment will bring recovery
rates back in line with those approved in 1996.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Weste closed the public hearing.
Motion by Kellar, second by Smyth, to adopt Resolution No. 01-91
establishing a schedule of fees and charges for City services,
reducing the video duplication fee to $25.00; and introduce and pass
to second reading an ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA
AMENDING TITLE 8, ANIMALS, CHAPTER 8.90 OF THE SANTA
CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING FEES FOR SERVICES
AND ACTIVITIES.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Kellar, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
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ITEM 30
PUBLIC HEARING
AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S APPROVAL OF MASTER
CASE NO. 01-042, THE MASTER'S COLLEGE DORMITORY PROJECT
(DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 01-007, HILLSIDE REVIEW 01-004, VARIANCE 01-
001)
Mayor Weste opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, reported that all notices required have been provided.
Lisa Hardy, Senior Planner, reported that on May 15, 2001, the Planning
Commission approved Master Case 01-042, The Master's College Dormitory Project.
On May 23, 2001, the Placerita Canyon Property Owners Association (PCPOA)
submitted a Notice of Appeal for City Council consideration of the project. The
project involves the construction of a 28,742 square -foot three-story dormitory
building on The Master's College campus in the PE (Private Education) zone and a
24,488 square -foot parking lot to be located immediately adjacent to the dormitory in
the OS (Open Space) zone.
The 2 speakers who submitted speaker cards waived their opportunity to speak at
this time.
Motion by Ferry, second by Darcy, to continue this item to a special
meeting of the City Council scheduled for September 6, 2001 at 6 p.m.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Smyth, Darcy, Kellar, Ferry, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried
ITEM 31
PUBLIC HEARING
MASTER CASE 00-205, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 53114, MCGRATH SCHOOL
SITE AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF VALLE DEL ORO AND DOCKWEILER
DRIVE
Mayor Weste excused herself from participating on this item due to a potential
conflict of interest and left the dais.
Mayor Pro Tem Ferry opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Aimee Gerstenberger, Assistant Planner II, reported that the applicant, EZ Access
Company, LLC is requesting to develop 53 single-family residential units, a public
elementary school and the second phase of a self -storage facility on a 53 -acre site.
Approximately 9.8 acres of the site is for the public school, 7.5 acres would be the
portion for Phase II of EZ Access Self -Storage, 9.3 acres is proposed for the 53 single-
family detached units and 27 acres would be common area or open space. The
applicant is proposing to remove 125 of the 209 oak trees on the site, and cut
885,000 cubic yards of earth, to be balanced on-site. One access to the proposed
development would be provided via Valle del Oro. The site zoning designation is
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consistent with the General Plan designation, which is PE (Private Education), RL
(Residential Low), and CC (Community Commercial). The applicant is proposing to
change the zoning and General Plan designations of the site to RS (Residential
Suburban), and expand the boundaries of the CC designation. The site is located
east of San Fernando Road, north of Valle del Oro and west of Dockweiler Drive.
The Planning Commission's recommendation to the Council is to approve the 53 -unit
subdivision, self -storage facility and grading preparation of the public school site,
with the addition of two recommended conditions, and the associated Mitigated
Negative Declaration.
Representing the applicant, Newhall School District, was Marc Winger, Sue
Neiberger, Steve Tannehill, Ron Winkler, Suzan Solomon, John Castagna, Robin
Stevenson and the applicant, EZ Access Self Storage, was Randy Wrage.
Addressing the Council on this item was Gloria Mercado-Fortine representing the
Wm S. Hart Union High School District; Connie Worden Roberts representing the
SCVCC Transportation Committee; Hunt Braly; Michael Otavka representing the
Wm S. Hart Union High School District; Karin Purvis; Chris Townsley; Linda
Townsley representing the Placenta Canyon Property Owners Assoc.; Allan
Cameron; Robert Leemon; and Lynne Plambeck (submitted material) representing
SCOPE. Ten written comments were submitted.
Mayor Pro Tem Ferry closed the public hearing.
Motion by Kellar, second by Darcy, to approve the Planning
Commission recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 01-92 adopting
the mitigated negative declaration, and approving General Pian
Amendment 00-002, Tentative Tract Map 63114, Minor Use Permit 00-
011, Oak Tree Permit 00-028, and Hillside Review 00-001, introduce
an ordinance approving Zone Change 00-002, and pass to second
reading on August 28, 2001.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Darcy, Kellar, Ferry, Smyth
Noes: None
Absent: None
Disqualified: Weste
Motion carried.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Pro Tem Ferry recessed the meeting at 8:40 p.m. and Mayor Weste
reconvened the meeting at 9:00 p.m.
ITEM 32
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
PORTA BELLA COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS MEETING AND COMMUNITY
FEEDBACK
Jill Fosselman, Assistant to the City Manager, reported that on April 24, 2001,
Council directed staff to hold a community stakeholders meeting and report back to
the Council in 60 days on the outcome of the meetings. The purpose of the meeting
was to facilitate a dialogue of the community's views on the opportunities and
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concerns regarding the Porta Bella project and site. The intended outcome was to
facilitate a dialogue between all of the stakeholders and the community on the
issues, identify areas of commonality (if possible), and determine potential next
steps.
Addressing the Council on this item was Gary Brown representing Porta Bella;
Marcia Bruce Bush; Allan Cameron; Berta Gonzalez -Harper; Richard Patterson;
Vera Johnson representing the SC Citizens Transportation Committee; Chris
Townsley representing the Placerita Canyon Property Owners Assoc.; and
representing the Citizens Advisory Group: Connie Worden-Roberts; Adam Ford
(submitted material); Jennifer Kilpatrick; Val Thomas; Glo Donnelly; Sue Ostrom;
Ed Masterson; Carl Kanowsky; and John Grannis (submitted material). Two,
written comments were submitted.
Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry, to direct staff to prepare a
statement for the City Council to issue that groundwater and soil
cleanup are the top community priorities regarding the site; hold
another community meeting regarding the project and cleanup of
the site (purpose is education, feedback, involvement); create
methods to provide regular updates and accurate information to the
public; aid in the discussions, where appropriate and invited by both
parties, between the Porta Bella property owners and the water
community in developing groundwater cleanup strategies and
timelines; and send a summary of the activities and outcomes of the
June 2 community meeting to the participants; directing staff to
bring back an item on the September 25, 2001 agenda to address DS
12 and questions asked by Councihnember Ferry.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Sellar, Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ADDITIONAL COUNCIL DIRECTION: Closed Session to be
scheduled for September 25, 2001. Also, Councihnember Ferry to
meet with City Manager and City Attorney to clarify scope of .
questions.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Weste recessed the meeting at 10:30 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
10:44 p.m.
ITEM 33
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
REVIEW OF DIAPER PROCESSOR CONTRACT
Jill Fossellman, Assistant to the City Manger, reported that at the June 12, 2001
City Council meeting, the Council approved the diaper -recycling pilot program
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU requires staff to present a
contract for the purchase of a Knowaste Diaper Processor II (KDP II) to the Council
for their approval. The contract specifically outlines the goods and services the City
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will receive for the purchase price of $500,000 for the KDP II, a payment schedule,
and a contract implementation timeline.
Addressing the Council on this item was Hunt Braly representing Knowaste LLC.
Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry, to receive the contract for the
purchase of a Knowaste Diaper Processor H and approve Alternate
Action 3, to commence immediate implementation of the contract
upon securing a mutually agreed -to processing location subject to
City Attorney review.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Weste
Noes: Kellar
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 34
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
INTERIM APPOINTMENT OF THE COMMUNITY ENERGY ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
Terri Maus, Director of Field Services, stated that this item is to appoint the
community members selected to serve on the Community Energy Advisory
Committee. The committee will address concerns regarding the supply and pricing of
energy.
Addressing the Council on this item was Allan Cameron.
Motion by Kellar, second by Smyth, to approve interim appointments
of Doug Sink, Wayne Crawford, Connie Worden-Roberts, Charles
O'Connor, Josef Grafues, John Grannis, and Thomas Peterson to the
energy committee with Brad Packer and John Ahrens as alternates.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Smyth, Darcy, Kellar, Ferry, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
Motion by Ferry, second by Kellar, to appoint Councihnember Smyth
to the committee.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
Motion by Ferry, second by Smyth, to appoint Councihnember Kellar
to the committee.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
IT WAS NOTED THAT THESE INTERIM APPOINTMENTS WOULD
NEED TO BE REAFFIRMED AT THE NEXT COUNCIL MEETING.
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ITEM 35
NEW BUSINESS
PROPOSED MALL EXPANSION — PUBLIC / PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP
Steve Stark, Director of Administrative Services, reported that at the April 17, 2001
City Council Study Session, the City Manager presented the Council with a proposal
from the Valencia Town Center mall to explore the financial feasibility of expanding
and improving the Mall to accommodate additional tenants.
Addressing the Council on this item was Vera Johnson; Jennifer Kilpatrick; Berta
Gonzalez -Harper; Allan Cameron; Don Fleming representing the Auto Dealers;
Doug Sink representing the SCV Chamber of Commerce; Connie Worden-Roberts
representing the SCVCC; John Hopkins representing the Hyatt Valencia; Laina
McFerren representing Wolf Creek Restaurants; Greg Amsler representing Salt
Creek Grill; and Robert Mayhew representing Newhall Land. Three written
comments were submitted.
Motion by Darcy, second by Kellar, to authorize staff to enter into an
agreement to initiate a public / private partnership agreement,
which will include a sales tax -sharing plan between the City of Santa
Clarita and the owner of the Valencia Town Center, Newhall Land,
related to the expansion and improvement of the Valencia Town
Center Mall with further discussion on parking, aesthetics and
landscaping.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Darcy, Kellar, Ferry, Smyth, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 36
NEW BUSINESS
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF SCOPE OF WORK FOR SOLID WASTE HAULERS
FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
Councilmember Smyth reported that the City Council has authorized the Waste
Hauler Audit Committee to prepare all documentation for an audit of the City's
waste haulers. It was determined that all discussions regarding the preparation of
the Request for Proposals (RFP) be conducted as part of the regularly scheduled
Council meeting.
Addressing the Council on this item was Bill Hutton attorney representing Blue
Barrell/Santa Clarita Disposal; Matt Terrell representing Atlas/Chiquita Landfill;
and Kent Carlson (submitted material).
In response to inquiry from Councilmembers, Jennifer Kilpatrick provided
information on the difference between a forensic and a compliance audit.
Motion by Ferry, second by Darcy to incorporate all comments from
Councilmembers, provide a final document and work with the
Director of Administrative Services on the RFP.
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On roll call vote:
r Ayes: Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Kellar, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 37
NEW BUSINESS
AMENDMENT TO THE FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
SANTA CLARITA, WILLIAM S. HART UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT, AND
SANTA CLARITA FACILITIES FOUNDATION
Steve Stark, Director of Administrative Services, reported that the City entered into
a funding agreement with the William S. Hart Union High School district and the
Santa Clarita Facilities Foundation for the purpose of outlining each party's
financial responsibility to the project. The City has continued with planning and is
currently in final preparation for awarding a construction contract for Golden Valley
Road Phase I11.
This item was considered prior to Item 36.
Addressing the Council on this item was Michael Otavka representing the Wm"S.
Hart Union High School District; and Richard Patterson representing the SC
Facilities Foundation
Motion by Ferry, second by Smyth, to authorize the City Manager or
designee to amend the funding agreement between the City, William
S. Hart Union High School District, and the Santa Clarita Facilities
Foundation so that the City may advance $2.0 million from the
Public Facilities Fund to the Santa Clarita Facilities Foundation for
the completion of public improvements associated with Golden
Valley Road Phase III with an amendment to authorize the City
Manager to exchange collateralized parcel for the smaller
commercial parcel within the collateralized parcel when the lot line
adjustment is finalized with assurance that the new collateral
secures the loan.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Kellar, Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Weste adjourned the meeting at 1:03 a.m. in memory of Sheila Veloz and
David James Dawson.
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FUTURE MEETINGS
After the Council's ail mmer break, the next regular meeting of the City Council will
be held Tuesday, August 28, 2001 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 1' floor of
City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA.
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