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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-11-25 - MINUTES - REGULAR MTG (2)CITY OF SANTA CLARITA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING 4:30 P.M. MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING 6:00 PM NOVEMBER 25, 2003 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Smyth called to order the special meeting of the City Council at 4:31 p.m. ROLL CALL All Councilmembers were present with the exception of Councilmember Weste (entered at 4:32 p.m..) and Councilmember Ferry. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION There was none. CLOSED SESSION Brian Pierik, Assistant 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) Case Name: Vrej Sarian v. City of Santa Clarita et al. Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. PC 029950 Case Name: Cemex Inc. v. County of Los Angeles U.S. District Court, Central District of CA, Case No. 02-00747 (DT) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — Potential Litigation Government Code Section 54956.9 (b) — one matter CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency Negotiator: City Manager or designee Unrepresented Employees: All positions not represented by SEN Local 347 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Government Code Section 54957 City Manager RECESS AND RECONVENE ._ Mayor Smyth recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 4:32 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 6:05 p.m. CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENT Brian Pierik, Assistant City Attorney, announced that no action was taken in Closed Session that was required to be reported. ADJOURN Mayor Smyth adjourned the meeting at 6:06 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 McLean gave the invocation and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Smyth called to order the regular meeting of the City Council at 6:09 p.m. ROLL CALL All Councilmembers were present. FLAG SALUTE Mayor Smyth asked representatives of Girl Scout Troop 380 to present the colors and lead the flag salute. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS Councilmember Kellar commented on the Festival of Trees held last weekend and thanked the Condie's for initiating the event and the volunteers for their efforts. CKl7-RrAwl111=D1as'32j 71&I Councilmember Ferry reported that the homeless shelter sub -committee met to discuss possible sites, further discussion will be held in January; also the Whitaker Bermite meetings and work are continuing. Councilmember McLean reported that she attended the recent meeting of the Sanitation District with Councilmember Weste. Councilmember Kellar thanked Congressman McKeon for his legislation to help with the TMC battle and urged the community to stay on top of this matter. Councilmember Weste reported on her attendance at the Sanitation District meeting; commented on recent promotion efforts for tourism with the City being featured in national magazines; and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Mayor Smyth acknowledged the attendance of Steve Sturgeon of the William S. Hart Union High School District and the recent groundbreaking of one new junior high and one high school. AWARDS/RECOGNITION TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY Mayor Smyth and Councilmembers presented certificates to fire fighters from the Los Angeles County Fire Department for their heroism, bravery and dedication to the safety of the citizens of Santa Clarita during the Southern California Wildland Fires of 2003 and presented 2 thank you card books from the children of Longfellow Elementary School in Kansas City, Missouri to representatives of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the California Highway Patrol. PRESENTATIONS TO THE CITY Ann Mane Wallace, regional representative of the League of California Cities, presented the Helen Putnam Award to the City Council in recognition of the Golden Valley Road project including the City's partnership with the William S. Hart School District for their high school and with Lary Rasmussen for his business park. Tony Tartaglia, representing the Gas Company, presented a check in the amount of $10,000 to the City Council to enhance the City's emergency preparedness equipment (Item 13 on the Consent Calendar). The Association of Public Treasurer's United States & Canada Certification of Excellence of Investment Policy was received by City Manager Ken Pulskamp, Interim Director of Administrative Services Barbara Boswell, and Accountant Jan Downey. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Addressing the Council at this time was April Morse, owner and director of Star Dance Studio, regarding cancellation of the studio's dance classes published in the Seasons brochure; the following spoke in support of Star Dance: Jacqueline Morse, Helen Macri, Janet Fitzgerald, Tiffany Beal, Diana Mansholt, Elizabeth Teagle and Sandy Kelleher. Also addressing the Council were Joan Dunn regarding comments made by Mayor Smyth about environmentalists and expressing concern about morale problems with the employees of the Castaic Lake Water Agency; and Max Hobbs regarding the need for an easement from Fair Oaks Ranch HOA for the Golden Valley Ranch commercial development and requesting the name of a contact person. STAFF COMMENTS Ken Pulskamp, City Manager, explained the circumstances surrounding the decision to no longer publish Star Dance Studio's classes in the City's Seasons brochure and suggested that Mr. Hobbs contact Vince Bertoni, Interim Director of Planning & Building Services, for any questions he may have. EXECUTIVE MEETING This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further information that may be added. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to approve the agenda, pulling Item 16 from the Consent Calendar. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Weste, second by McLean, to approve the minutes of the November 4, 2003 special and adjourned City Council meetings. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered. ITEM 1 CONSENT CALENDAR READING OF ORDINANCE TITLES - 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 ACCEPTANCE OF HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE GRANT The California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) provides competitive grants to cities and counties for household hazardous waste programs. This year the CIWMB awarded the City with funds in the amount of $67,218 for use in an a -waste amnesty collection program. Accept grant funds provided by the California Integrated Waste Management Board, increase estimated revenues in Account No. 453-5171 by $67,218 and appropriate $67,218 to Account No. 5715-8001. ITEM 3 CONSENT CALENDAR TAX SHARING RESOLUTION FOR SANITATION DISTRICT ANNEXATION NO. 335 AND NO. 336 Los Angeles County Sanitation District No. 26 and No. 32 provide wastewater treatment services cooperatively through the Santa Clarita Valley Joint Sewerage System. To provide wastewater treatment service to property located outside of the District's service area, the boundary must be expanded through the annexation process. As part of this process, a tax -sharing resolution to provide the required funding to the Sanitation District is adopted by the public agency responsible for providing services to the subject property. Adopt Resolution No. 03-138 approving and accepting the negotiated exchange of property tax revenues resulting from Sanitation District Annexation No. 335 and adopt Resolution No. 03-139 approving and accepting the negotiated exchange of property tax revenues resulting from Sanitation District Annexation No. 336. ITEM 4 CONSENT CALENDAR MULTI -WAY STOP SIGN WARRANTS FOR RESIDENTIAL STREET INTERSECTIONS California Vehicle Code Section 21100(d) allows local authorities to adopt rules and regulations by ordinance or resolution regulating traffic by means of official traffic control devices. Adopt Resolution No. 03-140 establishing multi -way stop sign warrants for residential street intersections within the City of Santa Clarita. -- ITEM 5 CONSENT CALENDAR TRANSIT MAINTENANCE FACILITY, PROJECT NO. F0003 — AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT, AND GRANT ALL UTILITY EASEMENTS FOR THE TRANSIT MAINTENANCE FACILITY SITE This project will create a new facility to meet the existing and short-term expansion needs of the Santa Clarita Transit System over the next five to ten years. The initial construction phase will address all current deficiencies, as well as provide for the use of alternative fuels to meet new regulations. Particular design considerations must address efficient phasing of the facility, identifying utility needs of the facility given the existing inventory, while developing the site for future ultimate build -out. It will also allow all utilities to acquire needed easements to construct, operate, and maintain utility services on the Transit Maintenance Facility Site. Award the construction contract for the Transit Maintenance Facility, Project No. F0003, to Fedcon General Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $15,669,000, and authorize a 10 percent contingency in the amount of $1,566,900; grant all utility easements for the Transit Maintenance Facility site; authorize the appropriations of $475,274 to Account No. F0003801-8001 and the amount of $75,002 to Account No. F0003205-8001; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval. ITEM 6 CONSENT CALENDAR -- UTILITIES AGREEMENT FOR THE BOUQUET CANYON BRIDGE WIDENING PROJECT - DISTRICT NOS. 26 AND 32 - PROJECT NO. 51035 The City and County Sanitation Districts, through their respective counsel, dispute who should be responsible for the cost of protection and relocation of the District's sewer facilities in the area of the Bouquet Canyon Bridge Widening Project. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a Utilities Agreement with Los Angeles County Sanitation District Nos. 26 and 32 for the Bouquet Canyon Bridge, Project No. S1035, subject to City Attorney approval. ITEM 7 CONSENT CALENDAR TRACT MAP NO. 54271 - APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP AND ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS OF DEDICATION Approval of Tract Map No. 54271 (Condominium Map, North Valencia II Annexation) consisting of approximately 11.8 acres, located at the southwesterly comer of McBean Parkway and Cottage Circle Drive, and owned by Valencia II Associates, a Delaware Limited Liability Company. Approve Tract Map No. 54271; accept on behalf of the public the offers of dedication for public use and road purposes; make certain findings; instruct the City Treasurer to endorse the Special Assessment Certificate on the face of the Tract Map; instruct the City Clerk to endorse the Certificate on the face of the Tract Map; and instruct the City Engineer to endorse the Agreement for Subdivision Improvements. ITEM 8 CONSENT CALENDAR ANNEXATION OF TERRITORIES INTO SANTA CLARITA STREETLIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 Annexing the following territory into Santa Clarita Streetlight Maintenance District No. 1 as: Annexation No. 2003-L54, single-family residential, Tract Nos. 51857 and 52372; Annexation No. 2003-L55, single-family residential, Tract Nos. 44859, 44850, and 44851; and Annexation No. 2003-1,58, single-family residential, Tract Nos. 44481, 44692, and 44693. Adopt Resolution No. 03-141 to initiate annexation proceedings for Annexation No. 2003-1,54, adopt Resolution No. 03-142 to initiate annexation proceedings for Annexation No.2003-1,55 and adopt Resolution No.03-143 to initiate annexation proceedings for Annexation No. 2003-1,58 into Streetlight Maintenance District No. 1; approve the respective Engineer's Report; declare the City's intention to annex the territories; and set the public hearing for January 27, 2004. ITEM 9 CONSENT CALENDAR STATE INITIATIVE: THE LOCAL TAXPAYERS AND PUBLIC SAFETY PROTECTION ACT The League of California Cities, California State Association of Counties and Special District Association are sponsoring an initiative for the November 2004 ballot. The Local Taxpayers and Public Safety Protection Act would require voter approval before the California Legislature can reduce or shift local funding as has been done over the past decade to balance the state budget. Support the Local Taxpayers and Public Safety Protection Act and direct staff to return to the City Council for periodic updates as to the status of the initiative qualification process. ITEM 10 CONSENT CALENDAR COUNCILMEMBER COMPENSATION The members of the City Council are compensated monthly by the City for the substantial amount of time and effort they contribute leading our local government. Each Councilmember makes personal and financial sacrifices in order to fulfill the responsibilities associated with their jobs. The last City Council compensation adjustment took place on July 1, 2002. Introduce and pass to second reading an ordinance entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.04.048 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING CITY COUNCIL SALARIES." ITEM 11 CONSENT CALENDAR AWARD OF JANITORIAL SERVICES CONTRACT Renew contracts for the on-going janitorial maintenance services for all existing and new park facilities, including the new Aquatic Center at the Santa Clarita Sports Complex. Renew the janitorial contracts to Bell Building Maintenance Services in the total amount of $266,997. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents subject to City Attorney approval. ITEM 12 CONSENT CALENDAR RESOLUTION TO RE -ADOPT THE STANDARDIZED EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (SEMS) FOR THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA'S EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN, TRAINING, RESPONDING, AND REPORTING IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY Chapter 7 of Division 1 of Title 2 of the Government Code (GC) also known as the California Emergency Services ACT (ESA), defines emergency plans, scope and authority of the State Emergency Plan, authority of the Governor to ensure the development of local plans in coordination with the state plan, and responsibilities of cities and counties to develop emergency plans (GC § 8550 et seq). Adopt Resolution No. 03-144 of the City of Santa Clarita to re -adopt SEMS for the City of Santa ClariWs Emergency Operations Plan, training, responding, and reporting, in the event of an emergency. Sign Letter of Promulgation to officials, employees, and citizens of Santa Clarita. ITEM 13 CONSENT CALENDAR CITY TO RECEIVE DONATION FROM THE GAS COMPANY FOR EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT As a result of the recent wildland fires, the Gas Company has donated $10,000 to the City to enhance our emergency preparedness equipment. Accept the $10,000 donation to be appropriated to account number 7433-7312 and increase estimated revenues in account number 001-6714. Determine at a later date what equipment needs to be purchased. ITEM 14 CONSENT CALENDAR LOCAL APPOINTMENTS LIST Section 54970 of the Government Code, also known as "The Maddy Act' requires that the legislative body must cause to be prepared a list of appointments of all ongoing boards, commissions and committees which are appointed by the City Council. Approve the Local Appointments List and designate the Valencia Public Library to receive a copy of the list. ITEM 15 CONSENT CALENDAR GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION -APRIL 13, 2004 The City of Santa Clarita will hold a general municipal election on April 13, 2004 to elect two members of the City Council for seats currently held by Bob Kellar and Cameron Smyth. Adopt Resolution No. 03-145 calling and giving notice of the General Municipal Election to be held April 13, 2004; adopt Resolution No. 03-146 requesting the County of Los Angeles to render specified services to the City; adopt Resolution No. 03-147 adopting regulations for candidates for elective office; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a contract with Martin & Chapman Company to provide election services in an amount not to exceed $88,000 as budgeted in account 2802-8110, subject to City Attorney approval. ITEM 16 CONSENT CALENDAR FORMATION OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (GOLDEN VALLEY RANCH) In January of 2002, the City Council approved the Golden Valley Ranch Development. In conjunction with the approval of of this development, the City, the Owner (PacSun) and the Golden Valley Ranch Task Force entered into a settlement agreement in which, among other things, in exchange for approval of the residential development, the Owner agreed to set aside approximately 920 acres of open space within the development and be responsible for the ongoing maintenance of such open space. As part of this settlement agreement, the City agreed to initiate formation proceedings for a special assessment district for the ongoing maintenance of the open space. Adopt Resolution No. 03-148 to initiate the formation of the City of Santa Clarita Open Space Maintenance District (Golden Valley Ranch); adopt Resolution No. 03-149 which approves the Engineer's Report, declares the City's intention to annex territory; and setting the public hearing for November 25, 2003. John Jameson, representing PacSun, indicated that he was available if the Council had questions. ITEM 17 CONSENT CALENDAR CHECK REGISTER NOS. 43, 44, 45, AND 46 Approval of the Check Registers. Adopt Resolution No. 03-150 to approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Registers 43, 44, 45, and 46. Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to approve the Consent Calendar. On roll call vote: Ayes: Ferry, McLean, Kellar, Weste, Smyth Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 18 PUBLIC HEARING APPROVAL OF THE FORMATION OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (GOLDEN VALLEY RANCH) Mayor Smyth opened the public hearing. Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required by law have been provided. Barbara Boswell, Interim Director of Administrative Services, reported that in January of 2002, the City Council approved the Golden Valley Ranch Development. In conjunction with the approval of this development, the City, the Owner (PacSun) and the Golden Valley Ranch Task Force entered into a settlement agreement in which, among other things, in exchange for approval of the residential development, the Owner agreed to set aside approximately 920 acres of open space within the development and be responsible for the on-going maintenance of such open space. As part of this settlement agreement, the City agreed to initiate formation proceedings for a special assessment district for the on-going maintenance of the open space. Staff recommended adding wording to the documents regarding a conservation easement. Addressing the Council on this item was James Southwell representing the Golden Valley Ranch Task Force; Diane Southwell; Lynne Plambeck representing SCOPE; and Bart Joseph representing homeowners of Fair Oaks Ranch. Mayor Smyth closed the public hearing. The ballot submitted by the sole owner/developer was in favor of the District; therefore, no majority protest existed. Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to adopt Resolution No. 03-151 to approve the formation of the City of Santa Clarita Open Space Maintenance District (Golden Valley Ranch). On roll call vote: Ayes: McLean, Kellar, Weste, Ferry, Smyth Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 19 PUBLIC HEARING AMEND, RESTATE AND REORGANIZE VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 17.19 SIGN REGULATION OF THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE (UDC) Mayor Smyth opened the public hearing. Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required by law have been provided. Don Davis, Assistant City Attorney, reported that the amendments reflect an attempt to enhance the Sign Code's clarity and to eliminate inconsistent or repetitive provisions that have accumulated over the years thereby making the Code more streamlined and user-friendly. No requests to speak were submitted on this item. Mayor Smyth closed the public hearing. In response to inquiries from Councilmembers, Vince Bertoni, Interim Director of Planning & Building Services, and Ken Pulskamp, City Manager, provided additional information. Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to introduce the ordinance, entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING MASTER CASE 03-254, WHICH AMENDS AND RESTATES CHAPTER 17.19 ENTITLED "SIGN REGULATIONS (PRIVATE PROPERTY)" OF TITLE 17 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE and pass to second reading. On roll call vote: Ayes: Weste, Ferry, McLean, Smyth Noes: Kellar Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 20 PUBLIC HEARING AN APPEAL OF A PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF MASTER CASE NO. 03-140 Mayor Smyth opened the public hearing. Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required by law have been provided. Vincent Bertoni, Interim Director of Planning and Building Services, reported that this is an appeal submitted by Santa Clarita Organization for Planning the Environment (SCOPE) for development of a 13.8 acre site with a 155,000 square foot commercial center within the SP -BP (Specific Plan -Business Park) Zone. Representing the applicant Newhall Land, Glenn Adamick, outlined the project and noted where the oak trees would be relocated and additional ones planted. Representing the appellant SCOPE, Lynne Plambeck, explained the reasons for the appeal, urged opposition to moving the oaks and urged the applicant to redesign the project. In rebuttal, Glenn Adamick provided information regarding concerns expressed. No requests to speak were submitted on this item. Four written comments were submitted. Mayor Smyth closed the public hearing. Motion by Ferry, second by Kellar, to adopt Resolution No. 03-152 approving Master Case 03-140, subject to conditions and approve the revised Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for the project adding to the conditions of approval to require a minimum of 20 new trees to be native oaks and a minimum 24" box; to look at the monitoring program toward the end of the 10 year period and, depending on the health of the tree, consider extending the monitoring program for 5 more years; to use some application of pavers adjacent to landscape areas and where technically feasible, subject to approval of the Fire Department; and to modify the site plan to eliminate 9 parking spaces at the end of the driveway entrance along Rye Canyon to increase the planting of oak trees and to add a water feature. On roll call vote: Ayes: Weste, Ferry, McLean, Kellar, Smyth Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. RECESS AND RECONVENE Mayor Smyth called a recess at 8:45 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:02 p.m. ITEM 21 PUBLIC HEARING MODIFICATION OF MASTER CASE 97-212, GOLDEN VALLEY RANCH PROJECT Mayor Smyth opened the public hearing. Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required by law have been provided. Lisa Hardy, Senior Planner, reported that one change is being proposed to the original project approval for Master Case 97-212, the Golden Valley Ranch Project. The project applicant seeks to increase the total allowable commercial square footage by 7,829 from 610,930 square feet to 618,759 square feet to accommodate a mezzanine -level storage area at the Kohl's department store, which will be located on the southern commercial superpad. The additional square footage will not alter the type of use of the overall commercial center, will not increase the building footprint of the commercial structure, and will not require additional grading work. The 0.25 FAR, as analyzed in the EIR and conditioned in the original project, will be retained. On behalf of the applicant, PacSun LLC, John Jameson explained the need for the change requested. Addressing the Council on this item was Charl Janeke, Cinzia Iaffaldano (submitted pictures), Suzanne Taylor, and Max Hobbs. Two written comments were submitted. Mayor Smyth closed the public hearing. Motion by Kellar, second by Weste, to adopt Resolution No. 03-153 to modify Master Case 97-212, Golden Valley Ranch Project, to increase the commercial square footage by 7,829 square feet for a total of 618,759 square feet to allow for a mezzanine -level storage area at the proposed Kohl's department store to be located along the future Golden Valley Road east of SR 14 within the Golden Valley Ranch Project, asking staff to meet with community members. On roll call vote: Ayes: Ferry, McLean, Kellar, Weste, Smyth Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 22 PUBLIC HEARING RED LIGHT PHOTO ENFORCEMENT Mayor Smyth opened the public hearing. Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required by law have been provided. Andrew Yi, City Traffic Engineer, reported that this item is for the implementation of a Citywide Red Light Photo Enforcement Program. Mark Etzbach representing Redflex Traffic Systems provided additional information about the program. No requests to speak were submitted on this item. Mayor Smyth closed the public hearing. Motion by Weste, second by Kellar, to approve implementation of a Citywide Red Light Photo Enforcement Program; award a five-year contract with extensions for the Red Light Photo Enforcement Program, Project No. I0002, to Redflex Traffic Systems, Inc.; authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval; and authorize the City Manager to select the intersections. On roll call vote: Ayes: McLean, Kellar, Weste, Ferry, Smyth Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 23 NEW BUSINESS PRIORITY REGISTRATION FOR PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS Rick Gould, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, reported that this item is for consideration of possible ways to provide benefits to residents when registering for Parks, Recreation and Community Services programs. Addressing the Council on this item was Allan Cameron. Motion by Weste, second by Ferry, to approve implementation of priority registration for City residents at City -constructed facilities for impacted Parks, Recreation, and Community Services programs. On roll call vote: Ayes: Kellar, Weste, Ferry, McLean, Smyth Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ITEM 24 NEW BUSINESS FESTIVAL OF HOLIDAYS CHILDREN'S PARADE FUNDING In report, Councilmember Marsha McLean advised that this event is open to all children in the City and encourages people to spend time in downtown Newhall. The parade has been well received by the local community in the past but requires financial support for road closures to be operational for the December 2003 event. No requests to speak were submitted on this item. Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to appropriate $2,055 from City Council contingency account 2200-7401, with $1,194 to account 1811-7017 for Field Services overtime, and $861 to account 1811-8001 for other related expenses. On roll call vote: Ayes: Weste, Ferry, McLean, Kellar, Smyth Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Symth adjourned the Council meeting at 10:04 p.m. in memory of Charles Ariel Weigel, City employee David Bono, and Burbank Police Officer Matthew Pavelka. FUTURE MEETINGS A City Council Study Session will be held Tuesday, December 2, 2003 at 5:30 p.m. in the Century Room, 1 st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia., Santa Clarita CA. The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held Tuesday, December 9, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 1st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA. ATTEST: CITY CLERK Mov25m.doc.