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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-11-27 - MINUTES - REGULAR MTG (2)CITY OF SANTA CLARITA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING 5:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING 6:00 P.M. MINUTES NOVEMBER 27, 2001 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Weste called to order the special meeting of the City Council at 5:06 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 - Anticipated Litigation Government Code Section 54956.9 (c) - one matter CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — Pending Litigation Government Code Section 54956.9 (a) Case Name: City of Santa Clarita v. Maria Lopez, et al. Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. BC 214551 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency Negotiator: City Manager Unrepresented Employees: All positions in City service RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION Mayor Weste recessed the meeting to closed session at 5:07 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 6:19 p.m. CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENT Carl Newton, City Attorney announced that no action was taken in closed session that was required to be reported. ADJOURN Mayor Weste adjourned the meeting at 6:20 p.m. CITY CLERK'S 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 Kellar gave the invocation. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Weste called to order the regular meeting of the City Council at 6:24 p.m. ROLL CALL All Councilmembers were present. FLAG SALUTE Councilmember Kellar led the flag salute. COLTNCILMEMBER COMMENTS Councilmember Darcy commented on a recent Sanitation District meeting; thanked all who attended the TMC hearing before the Board of Supervisors today; and commented on the passing of Laura Mehterian and Louis Brathwaite. Councilmember Kellar commented on the passing of Louis Brathwaite. Councilmember Ferry commented on a meeting currently being held for Holiday Lights Parade to be held on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. in Canyon Country. Councilmember Smyth commented on a meeting currently being held for the upcoming Senior PGA event. Mayor Weste commented on the passing of George Whitmore; provided a status and thanked all who helped prepare for the TMC hearing today; and commented on a letter in support of preserving open space in Elsmere Canyon. COMIVIITTEE REPORTS (Council) There were none. AWARDSIRECOGNITION TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY Mayor Weste and Councilmembers presented certificates to Ronald Rudzinski, Founder of SC Mayors Committee for Employment of Individuals with Disabilities; Canyon Country Library Essay Winners; and Pinetree Elementary School. PRESENTATIONS TO THE CITY There were none. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Addressing the Council at this time was Thomas Donovan and Christine Colazzo regarding a moratorium on demolition of houses on North Arcadia Street in Newhall; Berta Gonzalez - Harper expressing thanks for the new Canyon Country library and essay contest, TMC efforts, Canyon Country parade efforts and regarding the mayor rotation and landscaping around the CLWA water tower; John Grannis regarding exempting schools from storm water utility fees; Bill Wittenberg regarding the mayor rotation, Newhall Land signs and fire stations; Allan Cameron regarding TMC, Canyon Theatre Guild and pet adoption; Ruthann Levison representing the Sand Canyon HOA regarding swales; Joan MacGregor regarding TMC, Measure C, the Saturday groundbreaking for the Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons and expansion of the public access channel for local news and election results; and Lucille Williams, Rosa Hernandez, Juan Bernabe, Estela Gonzalez, Maria Gonzalez, and Martha Camarena regarding the current conditions and need for a new community center. STAFF COMMENTS George Caravalho, City Manager, commented on Arcadia Street, NPDES fees and noted that staff is working to improve the conditions at the community center. Carl Newton, City Attorney offered additional comments on demolition permits and NPDES fees. EXECUTIVE MEETING This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further information that may be needed. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Kellar, second by Smyth, to approve the agenda, pulling Consent Items 3, 16, and 17. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Smyth, second by Darcy, to approve the minutes of the November 13, 2001 regular meeting as submitted. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. RECESS TO SANTA CLARITA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Mayor Weste recessed to the Redevelopment Agency at 7:49 p.m. RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Weste reconvened the regular meeting of the City Council at 7:56 p.m. 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 AUTOMOBILE SHOP LOCAL CAMPAIGN The six-month "Shop Local" advertising campaign aimed at increasing the number of new auto purchases with our local residences resulted in 29% increase in car sales, and an estimated 17% increase in auto service department activity. Approve renewal in the public / private shop local partnership with the Santa Clarita Valley Automobile Association. Approve a budget transfer of $30,000 from City Council contingency Account No. 1240-7401 to Economic Development Account No. 1811-8110. ITEM 3 CONSENT CALENDAR VETERANS MEMORIAL: PARK — PROJECT P2001 RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR HISTORIC VETERANS MEMORIAL COMMITTEE FUNDRAISING EFFORTS AND AUTHORIZATION OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR MASTER PLANNING Approval of resolution supporting the Historic Veterans Memorial Committee (HVMC) and their fundraising efforts, and authorization of professional services agreement with Campbell and Campbell, a California Corporation, architects for the master planning services. Adopt Resolution No. 01-149 supporting the Historic Veterans Memorial Committee's (HVMC) fundraising efforts. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a professional services contract with Campbell and Campbell, a California Corporation, architects for the master planning services, subject to City Attorney approval. Funds have been budgeted in Fiscal Year 2001 / 2002 budget, Account No. P2001-001. Addressing the Council on this item was Warren Johnson representing the Historical Veterans Memorial Committee; Stephen Mitchell (submitted material); Berta Gonzalez -Harper; Brad Berens representing the SCV Committee on Aging; Kathy Javier representing the Historical Veterans Memorial Committee; and Allan Cameron. ITEM 4 CONSENT CALENDAR RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF GRANT APPLICATIONS UNDER THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2000 (PROPOSITION 12) 1 t - Approval of resolutions as required by the procedural guides for the Per Capita and Roberti- ZBerg-Harris Block Grant programs approved by the voters with passage of Proposition 12 in March of 2000. Adopt Resolution No. 1-150 approving the filing of an application for local assistance funds from the Per Capita Grant Program and adopt Resolution No. 01.151 approving the filing of an application for the Roberti-ZBerg-Harris Urban Open Space Program under the Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air, and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2000. ITEM 5 CONSENT CALENDAR FISCAL YEAR 2001/ 2002 REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF SIDEWALK, CURB AND GUTTER, AND ACCESS RAMPS — PROJECT NOS. M0023, M0031, AND T0015 — AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT These capital improvement projects will install and repair damaged sidewalk, curb and gutter, and access ramps at various locations within the City, and also improve the drainage flowline into local storm drains in various locations throughout the City. Award the construction contract for the 2001 / 2002 Concrete Rehabilitation Program, Project Nos. M0023, M0031, and T0015, to Kalban, Inc. in the amount of $218,900.00, and authorize a contingency in the amount of $21,890.00; authorize a contract change order to Kalban, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $29,210 to construct additional access ramps / concrete repairs; authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval. ITEM 6 CONSENT CALENDAR 2000 / 2001 ANNUAL OVERLAY PROGRAM, PROJECT NO. M0012 — PROJECT ACCEPTANCE 4 This item discusses the completion of the 2000 / 2001 Annual Overlay Program, which resurfaced various streets within the Canyon Country area. Accept the work performed by Granite Construction Company on the 2000 / 2001 Annual Overlay Program; direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion; direct staff to release the remaining ten percent retention 35 days after the Notice of Completion is recorded, provided no stop notices as provided by law have been filed. ITEM 7 CONSENT CALENDAR 2001/ 2002 ANNUAL SLURRY PROGRAM — PROJECT NO. M0017 — AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS The 2001 / 2002 Annual Slurry Program will seal surface cracks, enhance skid resistance properties, and increase pavement life. Approve the plans and specification; authorize advertising for bids for the 2001 / 2002 Annual Slurry Program, Project No. M0017. ITEM S CONSENT CALENDAR 2000 / 2001 SLURRY SEAL PROGRAM — PROJECT NO. M0013 — PROJECT ACCEPTANCE This item discusses the completion of the 2000 / 2001 Slurry Seal Program. Accept the work performed by Valley Slurry Seal Company on the 2000 / 2001 Annual Slurry Seal Program; direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion; direct staff to release the remaining ten percent retention 35 days after the Notice of Completion is recorded provided no stop notices as provided by law, have been filed. One written comment was submitted on this item. ITEM 9 CONSENT CALENDAR MTA CALL FOR PROJECTS GRANT FUNDING — RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENTS WITH THE MTA Through the 1999 MTA Call for projects, four City projects were programmed for grant funds in the amount of $3,326,000 starting in Fiscal Year 2001 / 2002. The neat step in grant award is to enter into a Letter of Agreement (LOA) for State funds allocated by the MTA or a Memorandum of Understanding (MOLT) for MTA funds. Adopt Resolution No. 01-152 authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute on behalf of the City, all Letters of Agreement, Memorandums of Understanding, and any other necessary grant documents with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority for grant funds awarded to the City in Fiscal Year 2001 / 2002, subject to City Attorney approval. ITEM 10 CONSENT CALENDAR LOST CANYON ROAD — ESTABLISHING A BUS -ONLY (NO -PARKING) ZONE FOR SULPHUR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Establishment of a bus -only (no parking) zone adjacent to Sulphur Springs Elementary School. Adopt Resolution No. 01-153 establishing a bus -only (no -parking) zone for Sulphur Springs Elementary School along the south side of Lost Canyon Road, between the first and second westerly school driveways (total distance of 160 feet). The posted hours would be between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., school days only. bN ITEM 11 CONSENT CALENDAR PARCEL MAP NO. 25916 (FLYING TIGER CIRCLE) — APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP AND ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS OF DEDICATION Parcel Map No. 25916 is the only phase of Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 25916, which was granted approval by the Planning Commission on June 6, 2000. This parcel map, consisting of approximately 12.6 acres, is located on the southeast side of Sierra Highway north of Via Princessa, and is owned by Double High Financial. Approve Parcel Map No. 25916 (Flying Tiger Circle); accept on behalf of the public the offers of dedication for public streets, the right to restrict direct vehicular ingress and egress to Sierra Highway, easements for sanitary sewer purposes, and all sanitary sewers and appurtenant structures within the tract; make certain findings; instruct the City Treasurer and the City Clerk to endorse Certificates on the face of the map. ITEM 12 CONSENT CALENDAR TRACT MAP NO. 51931-04 (THE PROMENADE AT TOWN CENTER) — APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP AND ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS OF DEDICATION Tract Map No. 51931-04 is the fourth phase of Tentative Tract Map No. 51931, which was granted approval by the City Council on December 18, 1997. This phase, consisting of approximately 18.0 acres, is located at the northwest corner of Magic Mountain Parkway and McBean Parkway, and is owned by South River and Citrus Properties. Approve Tract Map No. 51931-04 (The Promenade at Town Center); accept on behalf the right to restrict direct vehicular ingress and egress to Magic Mountain Parkway and McBean Parkway, easements for sidewalk purposes and public use and easements for sanitary sewer purposes; make certain findings; instruct the City Treasurer and the City Clerk to endorse Certificates on the face of the map. ITEM 13 CONSENT CALENDAR TRANSFER OF STORM DRAIN TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT (LACFCD) — TRACT NO. 52354, MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN (MTD) NO. 1563 This resolution is to authorize the transfer of Miscellaneous Transfer Drain (MTD) No. 1563 to Los Angeles County Flood Control District (LACFCD), and request LACFCD to accept this transfer. This is necessary for LACFCD to commence maintaining said storm drain. Adopt Resolution No. 01-154 for the transfer and conveyance of the storm drain improvements for Tract No. 52354, a Miscellaneous Transfer Drain (MTD) No. 1563, to Los Angeles County Flood Control District (LACFCD); authorize the Mayor to execute the Quitclaim Deed; direct staff to transmit a copy of this report indicating the date and action taken, three copies of the unrecorded Quitclaim Deed properly executed, and three certified copies of the adopted Resolution to the Building & Safety / Land Development Division at Los Angeles County Department of Public Works. ITEM 14 CONSENT CALENDAR GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD / SIERRA HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL SHOPPING CENTER Second reading for a zone change from RS(PD) (Residential Suburban Planned Development) to CC(PD) (Community Commercial Planned Development) on the Golden Valley Road / Sierra Highway Commercial Shopping Center Project. Adopt Ordinance No. 01-17 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. -01-001(MASTER CASE 01-037) FOR THE GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD U /SIERRA HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL, SHOPPING CENTER LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SIERRA HIGHWAY AND GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD. ITEM 15 CONSENT CALENDAR RESOLUTION FOR THE CALIFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT BOARD REUSE ASSISTANCE GRANT FOR A CONSTRUCTION WASTE REUSE PROGRAM AND LOCAL MATERIALS EXCHANGE The City seeks to apply for a grant to implement a reuse program for part of the construction and demolition waste stream. Staff estimates the tonnage of construction and demolition waste in the year 2000 may have been as high as 32,000 tons. Even as construction continues in the City, this waste stream has not been significantly addressed. This program would promote construction waste be separated for reuse and recycling, providing a storage area for materials collected between donation time and reuse, promoting reuse through existing material exchanges and a new, local exchange. Adopt Resolution No. 01-155 required for the California Integrated Waste Management Board Reuse Assistance Grant for a Construction Waste Reuse Program and Local Materials Exchange. ITEM 16 CONSENT CALENDAR DIAPER RECYCLING PILOT PROGRAM LETTER OF AGREEMENT At the July 10, 2001 City Council meeting, the Council approved the diaper -recycling processor contract. The contract requires that Knowaste, LLC secure a mutually agreed upon location to house the Knowaste Diaper Processor II for the duration of the pilot program. On October 24, 2001 Knowaste informed the City of their intention to use the Browning Ferris Industries Facility located at 9200 Glenoaks Boulevard in Sun Valley, California. The Letter of Agreement outlines the responsibilities of Knowaste and the property owner throughout the duration of the diaper -recycling pilot program. Councilmember Kellar commented on this item. Addressing the Council on this item was Hunt Braly representing Knowaste, Inc. Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry, to approve the Letter of Agreement between the City, Knowaste, LLC and Browning Ferris Industries for the processing location of the Knowaste Diaper Processor lI for the diaper recycling pilot, subject to City Attorney approval. On roll call vote: Ayes: Smyth, Darcy, Weste Noes: Ferry, Kellar Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 17 CONSENT CALENDAR SOLID WASTE HAULER AUDIT UPDATE On October 2, 2001, Council awarded a contract to Ernst & Young to conduct an audit of the solid waste franchise in the City. The City Council also requested that at each Council meeting there be an update so that the Council may provide input and direction for the audit. Accept report for information only. Councilmember Smyth provided a status report including receipt of a letter from Waste Management attorneys regarding a rate increase., Council concurred to move forward until the audit is complete with staff to prepare a response letter. ITEM 18 CONSENT CALENDAR AWARD CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF TWO MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS The City Council approved the purchase of two medium -duty trucks in the FY 2001 / 2002 budget. Five suppliers submitted bids, opened by the City Clerk on October 16, 2001. Appropriate $22,104.70 from Vehicle Replacement fund balance to Account No. 1700-8615. Award a contract to Reynolds Buick GMC in an amount not to exceed $127,671.44 from Account Nos. 1700-8615 and 5230-8615. ITEM 19 CONSENT CALENDAR JUNE 30, 2001 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT The City's independent audit firm, Moreland & Associates (Moreland), has completed the City's annual audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2001. Based on the audit performed, Moreland issued an unqualified audit opinion letter, which reflects the best level of opinion an organization can receive on its financial statements. This opinion is included in the N Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Receive Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2001. ITEM 20 CONSENT CALENDAR CHECK REGISTER NOS. 45 AND 46 Approval of the check registers. Adopt Resolution No. 01-156 to approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Registers 45 and 46. Motion by Smyth, second by Darcy, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item 16. On roll call vote: Ayes: Kellar, Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Weste Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. RECESS AND RECONVENE Mayor Weste recessed the meeting at 8:31 p.m. and reconvened at 8:50 p.m. ITEM 21 PUBLIC HEARING A REQUEST TO ALLOW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 200 UNIT AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT WITHIN THE COMMUNITY OF CANYON COUNTRY IN THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA AND IMPACT FEE: REDUCTION AND SUBSIDY Mayor Weste opened the public hearing. Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided. Enrique Diaz, Associate Planner, stated that this item pertains to a proposed 200 unit affordable senior housing project on a 5.84 -acre lot with 145 one -bedroom units and 55 two- bedroom apartment units. The proposed project includes a request for a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Conditional Use Permit, and Variance. The proposed units will be reserved for seniors that qualify as low-income tenant. Jules Swimmer representing the applicant discussed the proposal and explained the need to reduce the impact fees. Addressing the Council on this item was Vera Johnson; Duane Harte; Berta Gonzalez -Harper; Warren Johnson; Patricia Sellheim representing the Committee on Aging; Allan Cameron; Glo Donnelly; Patricia Sakaki representing Bouquet Seniors; Connie Worden-Roberts; and Brad Berens representing the SCV Committee on Aging. Bob Nolet, representing Sulphur Springs School District, commented on reducing school fees. Mayor Weste closed the public hearing. Motion by Kellar, second by Darcy, to adopt Resolution No. 01-157 and introduce an ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLAR.ITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 01-001 (MASTER CASE 01-047) WHICH CHANGES THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF THE SITE FROM ZONE CC (COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL) TO ZONE RH (RESIDENTIAL HIGH) FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 200 UNIT AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT ON A 5.84 ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED EASTERLY OF SIERRA HIGHWAY AT THE TERMINUS OF THE PROPOSED FLYING TIGER DRIVE (LOT 4 OF PARCEL MAP 25916); and direct staff to review and come back with a plan regarding the fee reduction request. On roll call vote: Ayes: Smyth, Darcy, Kellar, Ferry, Weste Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 22 PUBLIC HEARING AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S APPROVAL OF A VARIANCE REQUEST TO ALLOW A 27 PERCENT REDUCTION IN PARKING REQUIRED AT THE SOLEDAD ENTERTAINMENT CENTER LOCATED AT 18800 SOLEDAD CANYON ROAD. THE APPLICANT IS CONCEPT CENTERS, LP. Mayor Weste opened the public hearing. Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided. Marika Modugno, Associate Planner, reported that this is an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a Variance request to allow a 27 percent reduction in the parking required at the Soledad Entertainment Center. The Center is located at 18800 Soledad Canyon Road. — Addressing the Council on this item was Bob Nolet representing the Sulphur Springs School District. Other speakers submitting speaker slips waived the opportunity to speak. Mayor Waste closed the public hearing. Motion by Ferry, second by Smyth, to adopt Resolution No. 01-158 approving the request to remove Condition PL7 from the Conditions of Approval and approve Variance 01-003 (Master Case 01-207). On roll call vote: Ayes: Darcy, Sellar, Ferry, Smyth, Weste Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 23 UNFINISHED BUSINESS AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DENIAL OF AN OAK TREE PERMIT ON SAND CANYON ROAD FOR THE ROBINSON RANCH PROJECT Jeff Lambert, Director of Planning and Building Services, stated that this item is an appeal by Ted Robinson, Jr. of the Planning Commission's denial of an Oak Tree Permit to; allow the removal of two Heritage Oak Trees on Sand Canyon Road for two separate required roadway improvements for the Robinson Ranch Project. This item was continued from October 23, 2001. Ted Robinson representing Robinson Ranch, the appellant, discussed the item. Addressing the Council on this item was Michael Hogan representing Sand Canyon HOA; Allan Cameron; Ruthann Levison representing Sand Canyon HOA; and Dennis Neice. One written comment was submitted. Motion by Darcy, second by Smyth, to adopt Resolution No. 01-169, which upholds the Planning Commission denial of Master Case 99-399 and direct staff to prepare the appropriate environmental documentation and modifications to the conditions of approval. On roll call vote: Ayes: Sellar, Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Weste Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. Council consensus to direct staff to look into a condition mentioned by Mr. Robinson regarding the bridge and come back with a report. ITEM 24 UNFINIS13ED BUSINESS 2001 / 2002 MID YEAR BUDGET REVIEW, EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION, AND LOAN TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 10 George Caravalho; City Manager, reported that each year at this time, City staff takes the opportunity to review the City's adopted budget to determine if any financial adjustments are necessary. As with every year, expenditures, revenues and capital project budgets are reviewed for items that will assist City Departments in managing their operations to the end of the Fiscal Year. No requests to speak were submitted on this item. Motion by Kellar, second by Ferry, to receive report and direct staff to return December 11, 2001 for final approval. On roll call vote: Ayes: Ferry, Smyth, Darcy, Kellar, Weste Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. COUNCIL DIRECTION. Mayor Weste requested an analysis of attorney costs for the Porta Bella cases. ITEM 25 UNFINISHED BUSINESS VALLEY STREET/ CALGROVE BOULEVARD PERMANENT CLOSURE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. S2003 — AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS Christopher Price, Supervising Engineer, reported that the Valley Street / Calgrove Boulevard Permanent Closure Improvements will provide for the necessary closure improvements while maintaining emergency vehicle access at all times. Addressing the Council on this item was Annette Lucas; Glenda Bona; Linda Redel representing Happy Valley HOA; and Bill Wells representing Hidden Valley HOA. Ten written comments were submitted. Motion by Smyth, second by Darcy, to approve the plans and specifications, and authorize advertising for bids for the Valley Street / Calgrove Boulevard Permanent Closure Improvements Project No. 52003. On roll call vote: Ayes: Smyth, Darcy, Weste, Noes: Kellar, Ferry Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 26 NEW BUSINESS NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM PERMIT RENEWAL Jill Fosselman, Environmental Services Manager, reported that the Clean Water Act amendments of 1987 established requirements for storm water discharges under the NPDES program. The 1996-2001 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit No. CAS614001(CI 6948), of which the City of Santa Clarita is a Permittee, expires this year. On February 1, 2001, the County of Los Angeles and the City (as co -permittees) submitted a Report of Waste Discharge (ROWD) to the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, Los 11 Angeles Region as an application for re -issuance of waste discharge requirements and an NPDES permit. Proposed adoption of the new NPDES permit was re -scheduled for the December 13, 2001 Regional Board meeting. This new permit will be in effect for the neat five - (5) years: This agenda item will update the City Council about the status of the upcoming permit and direction from Council Addressing the Council on this item was Joan MacGregor representing College of the Canyons; and Michael Hogan representing Sulphur Springs School District. Motion by Sellar, second by Smyth, to petition certain portions of the new NPDES permit and designate Councilmember Sellar to represent the City at the December 13, 2001 Regional Board meeting. On roll call vote: Ayes: Darcy, Sellar, Ferry, Smyth, Weste Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Weste adjourned the meeting at 11:36 p.m. in memory of: George Vincent Whitmore, Laura Mehterian, and Louis Brathwaite. FUTURE MEETINGS A City Council Study Session will be held Tuesday, December 4, 2001 at 5:30 p.m. in the Century Room, 1" floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA. The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held Tuesday, December 11, 2001 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, V floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA. ATTEST: CITY CLERK OlnovWm.doc 12 MAYOR