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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
5:30 P.M.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
6:00 P.M.
MAY 25, 2004
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Kellar called to order the special meeting of the City Council at 5:30 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)
Case Name: U -Haul v. City of Santa Clarita
US District Court, Central District, Case No. CV 01-11019 LGB(FMOx)
Case Name: Cemex Inc. v County of Los Angeles
US District Court, Central District, Case No. CV-02-747-DT(FMOx)
Case Name: City of Santa Clarita v. Bermite Recovery LLC et al.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. BC278004/BC257152
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Kellar recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 5:32 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 Kellar 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 complete 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.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Kellar called to order the regular meeting of the City Council at 6:25 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember McLean led the flag salute.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Ferry commented on all the upcoming graduates in the next few weeks and
wished them well.
Councilmember McLean commented on her visit to Sacramento for the League of CA Cities
Local Legislative Action Days and the 2 initiatives (one from the League and one from the
Governor) that will be on the November ballot to protect local monies.
Councilmember Smyth acknowledged that Monday is Memorial Day and the events that will
take place that day including recognition by the Blue Star Mothers for their sons and daughters
who serve the military overseas.
Councilmember Weste noted that the community lost Trudy Brown this past week and expressed
condolences to the family. She reported on her attendance at the Board of Supervisors meeting
where she spoke regarding animal control and library funding. Request was made for the City
Manager to bring back information in the upcoming budget for proceeding with the Veterans
Historical Park project, given that money has become available with the community vote against
the Whites Canyon median project.
Mayor Kellar encouraged all to attend the Memorial Day services at Eternal Valley on Monday;
acknowledged receipt of correspondence from Assemblywoman Sharon Runner regarding an
Assembly resolution designating the Interstate 605/210 interchange as the "Los Angeles County
Deputy Sheriff David March Memorial Interchange"; acknowledged receipt of a response from
Governor Schwarzenegger regarding the State's action regarding workers' compensation; and
outlined his and City Manager Ken Pulskamp's visit to Washington D,.C. to meet with Cemex
President Perez, Congressman Buck McKeon and other legislators with the intent of finding a
fair and equitable solution with regard to the proposed mine. The meeting was positive and it
was agreed to come together and look at alternatives. Members of the Southern Association of
Realtors in attendance were acknowledged for their support of the City's efforts in opposition to
the mine.
AWARDS/RECOGNITION TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY
Mayor Kellar and Councilmembers acknowledged the efforts of the 4th of July Parade
Committee for their community spirit and hard work toward this event.
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_ PRESENTATIONS TO THE CITY
Representatives of Canyon High School SAGE (Students for the Advancement of Global
Entrepreneurship) presented information on their program.
Mayor Kellar noted that the City had received the California Association of Public Information
Officers award for the City's "Milk and Cookies with the Mayor" program and acknowledged the
efforts of Gail Ortiz, Public Information Officer.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council at this time was Stella Theuer regarding parenting classes at Newhall
Park and her wish to have them continue; Dennis Finn supporting the parenting classes at
Newhall Park; Paul Gonzales and representatives of the Coalition of Business Professionals
Opposing Cemex regarding their opposition to the proposed Cemex mine; Brad Berens regarding
the need for work force housing (previously known as affordable family housing) and his desire
to work with staff on this matter; and Jules Swimmer representing the Community Housing
Development Group regarding the need to address the housing requirement for working families.
STAFF COMMENTS
Ken Pulskamp, City Manager, indicated that the parenting classes were offered through the
William S. Hart School District and that the City would make the space available to the District
for one more year and work on options during that year; thanked the Coalition for their efforts
opposing the Cemex mine; and advised, with Council concurrence, that staff could meet with
Mr. Berens and Mr. Swimmer regarding their proposal and bring back information to the Council
at a future time; Council concurred with this direction, making no promises or endorsements.
EXECUTIVE MEETING
This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further
information that may be added. Councilmembers discussed and received additional information
on Items 9, 10 and 13 of the Consent Calendar.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Ferry, second by Smyth, to approve the agenda.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry, to approve the minutes of the May 11, 2004
special and regular City Council meetings.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
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
ASSIGNMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CULVER CITY AND CONTRACT
WITH NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES TO BUY FOURTEEN BUSES
On May 27, 2003, City Council authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute a contract
with North American Bus Industries (NABI) for the purchase of compressed natural gas (CNG)
buses. Those negotiations have failed due to pricing and specification conflicts. This action will
replace the prior effort, and still deliver CNG buses in a timely manner. Waive City purchasing
policy and approve the Assignment Agreement with the City of Culver City. Authorize the City
Manager or designee to execute the Assignment Agreement, and negotiate and execute the
contract with New Flyer Industries, subject to City Attorney approval. City Council approve
appropriation of $4,773,622 in Account No. 5400-8615 from Transit Fund 801.
ITEM 3
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION REQUESTING RENEWAL OF THE AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY
OF LOS ANGELES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES
Since incorporation, the City of Santa Clarita has utilized the services of the Los Angeles County
Sheriff Department for law enforcement services. The existing law enforcement services
agreement will expire on June 30, 2004. The County of Los Angeles has provided a renewal
agreement which covers the next five years or until June 30, 2009. Adopt Resolution No. 04-54
requesting renewal of the Agreement with the County of Los Angeles for Law Enforcement
Services.
ITEM 4
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE SITE SPECIFIC STORM
DRAINAGE POLLUTION ABATEMENT FEE FOR THE HART -PONY AUTO CENTER,
NORTH-WEST OF VALENCIA BOULEVARD AT AUTO CENTER DRIVE
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 Hart -Pony Auto
Center. The Resolution initiates the election proceedings as required. Adopt Resolution
No. 04-55 initiating proceedings for the Hart -Pony Auto Center Site Specific Storm Drainage
Pollution Abatement Fee and set a public hearing for May 25, 2004.
ITEM 5
CONSENT CALENDAR
TRACT MAP NO. 51931-06 (PONY LEAGUE SITE) - APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP AND
ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS OF DEDICATION
Approval of Tract Map No. 51931-06 consisting of approximately 44.24 acres, located along
Valencia Boulevard at the intersection of Cinema Drive, and owned by Newhall Land. Approve
Tract Map No. 51931-06 (Pony League site); accept on behalf of the public the offers of
dedication rights and easements; make certain findings; instruct the City Treasurer to endorse the
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Special Assessment Certificate; instruct the City Clerk to endorse the Certificate; and instruct the
City Engineer to endorse the Agreement for Subdivision Improvements.
ITEM 6
CONSENT CALENDAR
SUMMARY VACATION OF A SEWER EASEMENT ON LOT 2 OF TRACT MAP
NO. 25998 ON THE OLD ORCHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE
The Newhall School District has requested to vacate a portion of an existing sewer easement. A
portion of sewer has been relocated and this portion of easement is no longer needed and is
considered an excess easement. Adopt Resolution No. 04-56 for the summary vacation of a
portion of the sewer easement on Lot 2 of Tract Map No. 25998 on the Old Orchard Elementary
School site; and direct the City Clerk to record the certified original resolution in the office of the
Registrar -Recorder of the County of Los Angeles.
ITEM 7
CONSENT CALENDAR
NEWHALL RANCH ROAD, PROJECT NO. S1001 - APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE
RELOCATION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY FACILITIES
Authorization to appropriate funds for the Cross Valley Connector project, the "Gap Closure"
extending Newhall Ranch Road from Interstate 5 to Copper Hill Drive. Appropriate $503,000
from the Valencia Bridge and Thoroughfare District to the Cross Valley Connector Gap Closure
project, Account No. S1001304-8001; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all
documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 8
CONSENT CALENDAR
ANNUAL SLURRY SEAL PROGRAM, PROJECT NO. M0022 - AWARD CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT
The Slurry Seal project involves the surface preparation and application of emulsion slurry seal
to seal cracks, enhance skid -resistance properties, and increase pavement life. Award the
construction contract for the Annual Slurry Seal Program, Project No. M0022, to Manhole
Adjusting, Inc. in the amount of $828,012.65, and authorize a 7 percent contingency expenditure
in the amount of $57,960.89; authorize an inspection contract expenditure to PEI in the amount
of $46,350.00, and a 10 percent contingency in the amount of $4,635.00; approve the plans and
specifications; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to
City Attorney approval.
ITEM 9
CONSENT CALENDAR
SANTA CLARA RIVER COMMUTER TRAIL (SEGMENT 4 AND 5), PROJECT
NO. T1002 - AWARD CONTRACT FOR ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL
DESIGN SERVICES
This project will provide the City with a conceptual design and an environmental literature
search for the segment of the Santa Clara River Commuter Trail on the north side of the Santa
Clara River, from Bouquet Canyon Road to the City -owned River Park site in Canyon
Country. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a Professional Services Agreement
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between the City and MNS Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $95,000.00 for engineering and
environmental design services for the Santa Clara River Commuter Trail (Segment 4 and 5),
Project No. T1002, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 10
CONSENT CALENDAR
GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD/SOLEDAD CANYON ROAD INTERCHANGE, PROJECT
NO. 53005 - APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AND AWARD THE
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
As part of the City's Cross Valley Connector, this Interchange will construct a bridge over
Soledad Canyon Road, the Southern California Regional Rail Authority, and connect to Soledad
Canyon Road via Valley Center Drive, which will be constructed as part of this
project. Approve the plans and specifications; and award the construction contract to Security
Paving Company, Inc. for the Golden Valley Road/Soledad Canyon Road Interchange
(Interchange), Project No. 53005, in the amount of $12,661,720.00, and authorize a contingency
in the amount of $1,899,258.00; award the construction management contract to Employment
Services, Inc, in the amount of $250,000.00, and authorize a contingency in the amount of
$37,500.00; award the materials and inspection services contract to BTC Laboratories in the
amount of $150,000.00, and authorize a contingency in the amount of $22,500.00; award the
construction surveying services contract to Sikand Engineering in the amount of $250,000.00,
and authorize a contingency in the amount of $37,500.00; award the geotechnical services
contract to Ninyo & Moore in the amount of $76,000.00, and authorize a contingency in the
amount of $11,400.00; award the labor compliance contract to Padilla and Associates in the
amount of $100,000.00, and authorize a contingency in the amount of $15,000.00; and approve
an expenditure to Southern California Edison in the amount of $250,000.00 for the cost of
undergrounding the overhead utilities; appropriate $3,000,000.00 of federal appropriations from
Fiscal Year 2003/2004, $2,046,198.73 from the Bouquet Canyon Bridge and Thoroughfare
(B&T) District, and $254,614.35 from the Eastside B&T District; and authorize the City
Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 11
CONSENT CALENDAR
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORIES INTO SANTA CLARITA STREETLIGHT
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 AS ANNEXATION NO. 2004-L59, TRACT NO. 44359
(ISABELLA PARKWAY VICINITY) AND ANNEXATION NO. 2004-L61, TRACT
NOS. 50536 AND 47863 (CANYON CREST DRIVE VICINITY)
Annex territories in the vicinity of Isabella Parkway (Tract 44359) and Canyon Crest Drive
(Tract Nos. 47863 and 50536) into Santa Clarita Streetlight Maintenance District No. 1 as
Annexation Nos. 2004-L59 and 2004-L61, respectively. Adopt Resolution No. 04-57 to initiate
annexation proceedings for Annexation No. 2004-1-59 into Streetlight Maintenance District
No. 1 and adopt Resolution No. 04-58 to initiate annexation proceedings for Annexation
No. 2004-L61 into Streetlight Maintenance District No. 1; approve the respective Engineer's
Reports; declare the City's intention to annex the territories; and set the public hearing for
July 13, 2004.
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ITEM 12
CONSENT CALENDAR
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY INTO SANTA CLARITA STREETLIGHT
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 AS ANNEXATION NO. 2004-L56, TRACT MAP
NO. 49621, SAND CANYON ROAD AND THOMPSON RANCH DRIVE
Annexing territory for Assessor Parcel Nos. 2854-065-001 to 2854-065-005, located at Sand
Canyon Road and Thompson Ranch Road, into Santa Clarita Streetlight Maintenance District
No. 1 as Annexation No. 2004-L56. Adopt Resolution No. 04-59 to initiate annexation
proceedings for Annexation No. 2004-L56 into Streetlight Maintenance District No. 1; approve
the Engineer's Report; declare the City's intention to annex the territory; and set the public
hearing for May 25, 2004.
ITEM 13
CONSENT CALENDAR
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR) FOR THE KEYSTONE PROJECT,
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP (MASTER CASE 03-358)
Consideration of entering into a professional services agreement between the City and
Christopher A. Joseph Associates to prepare an EIR for The Keystone Project (Master
Case 03-358). Authorize the City Manager or designee to enter into a professional services
agreement between the City and Christopher A. Joseph Associates to prepare an EIR for the
Keystone Project for a total contract amount not to exceed $461,725 from account 501-23053,
subject to City Attorney approval. EIR preparation costs will be borne by the applicant.
ITEM 14
CONSENT CALENDAR
COMMISSION VACANCIES
The terms of Planning Commissioners Michael Berger and Rick Winsman and Parks, Recreation
and Community Services Commissioners Karin Nelson and Laura Hauser will expire on
July 31, 2004. This item will initiate the process to fill these vacancies. Declare two vacancies
on the Planning Commission and two vacancies on the Parks, Recreation and Community
Services Commission and approve the appointment process.
ITEM 15
CONSENT CALENDAR
ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR ALL ZONES WITHIN
LANDSCAPEMAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NOS. 1, T1 AND T1A
Resolution calling for an Engineer's Report detailing the annual levy of assessments for all zones
within Landscape Maintenance Assessment District Nos. 1, Tl, and T1A for Fiscal Year
2004/05, and setting a date for a public hearing on the report. Adopt Resolution No. 04-60 to
initiate proceedings for the annual levy of assessments, approve the preliminary Engineer's
Report, and set the public hearing for June 22, 2004.
ITEM 16
CONSENT CALENDAR
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE IN
RELATION TO PURCHASING
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Since modifications made to the Municipal Code in 1995 referring to Purchasing, the purchasing
codes pertaining to bidding processes and thresholds have remained constant. After acquiring
survey information conducted from fiscal years 1998/99 through 2002/03 provided by dozens of
government entities and organizations (e.g. Municipal Finance Office, California Public
Purchasers), staff identified a significant need to revise language in the Municipal Code to reflect
current trends in bidding procedures. Staff recommends the consideration of four significant
issues to enhance the current bidding process. Introduce and pass to second reading an ordinance
entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA,
CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO PURCHASING".
ITEM 17
CONSENT CALENDAR
CHECK REGISTER NOS. 18 AND 19
Approval of the Check Registers. Adopt Resolution No. 04-61 to approve and ratify for
payment the demands presented in Check Registers 18 and 19.
Motion by Smyth, second by Weste, to approve the Consent Calendar.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Ferry, McLean, Smyth, Weste, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Kellar called a recess at 7:35 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 7:44 p.m.
ITEM 18
PUBLIC HEARING
SITE SPECIFIC STORM DRAINAGE POLLUTION ABATEMENT FEE ELECTION AND
ADOPTING RESOLUTION, IMPOSING SITE SPECIFIC STORM DRAINAGE POLLUTION
ABATEMENT FEE FOR THE HART -PONY AUTO CENTER, TRACT 51931-06
Mayor Kellar opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Council consensus to waive staff presentation.
In report, Travis Lange, Environmental Services Manager, advised that the proposed resolution
establishes the site specific storm drainage fees for the Hart -Pony Auto Center, Tract 51931-06,
North-West of Valencia Boulevard at Auto Center Court. Urban runoff and storm water from
the development will be diverted to filtration devices for treatment and discharged to the Santa
Clara River through four 12 -inch diameter drainage pipes. For the City of Santa Clarita to
properly fund the maintenance of the four outlets to the Santa Clara River, a Site Specific Storm
Drainage Pollution Abatement Fee is needed. Only the owners of the Hart -Pony Auto Center
will be required to pay this fee, which is in addition to the storm drainage fee levied on all
residences in the City of Santa Clarita.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Kellar closed the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, announced that one ballot in favor of the fee has been received from
the sole property owner.
Motion by Smyth, second by Weste, to adopt Resolution No. 04-62 making findings
regarding election results, setting Site Specific Storm Drainage Utility Fees for the
Hart -Pony Auto Center.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: McLean, Smyth, Weste, Ferry, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 19
PUBLIC HEARING
GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD/SOLEDAD CANYON ROAD INTERCHANGE, PROJECT
NO. 53005 - RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY, GREENBRIER ASSOCIATES, LTD
Mayor Kellar opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Council consensus to waive staff presentation.
In report, Robert Newman, Director of Transportation and Engineering Services, advised that
this item is for the consideration of a resolution finding and determining that the public interest,
convenience, and necessity require acquisition of certain property for public purposes for the
construction of the interchange, collector road, and required infrastructure improvements.
Carl Newton, City Attorney, noted that all evidence and appropriate records had been prepared
and submitted to the City Council for the proposed action to be taken.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Kellar closed the public hearing.
Motion by Ferry, second by McLean, to adopt Resolution No. 04-63 authorizing the
condemnation proceedings necessary for the right-of-way acquisition for completion
of the Golden Valley Roe&%ledad Canyon Road Interchange, Project No. S3005;
and authorize the deposit of $57,100.00 with the Los Angeles County Superior
Court to initiate immediate taking proceedings.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Smyth, Weste, Ferry, McLean, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 20
PUBLIC HEARING
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY AND THE LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR SANTA
CLARITA STREETLIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1
Mayor Kellar opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Council consensus to waive staff presentation.
In report, Ben Jarvis, Special Districts Coordinator, advised that this is a public hearing on the
annexation of territory and the levy of assessments for Santa Clarita Streetlight Maintenance
District No. 1 as Annexation No. 2004-L56, Tract Map No. 49621, Sand Canyon Road and
Thompson Ranch Drive.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Kellar closed the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, announced that no protests have been received.
Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry, to adopt Resolution No. 04-64 to approve the
annexation of territory and the levy of assessments for Santa Clarita Streetlight
Maintenance District No. 1 as Annexation No. 2004-L56, Tract Map No. 49621,
Sand Canyon Road and Thompson Ranch Drive.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Weste, Ferry, McLean, Smyth, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 21
PUBLIC HEARING
BAYWOOD LANE BETWEEN BROOKINGS COURT AND NEWHALL RANCH ROAD
STREET VACATION
Mayor Kellar opened the public hearing.
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Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Council consensus to waive staff presentation.
In report, Christopher Price, Assistant City Engineer, advised that the City Council adopted
Resolution No. 04-39, declaring its intention to vacate a portion of Baywood Lane between
Brookings Court and Newhall Ranch Road and established May 25, 2004, at or after 6:00 p.m.,
as the date and time for the public hearing.
Addressing the Council on this item was Glenn Adamick representing Newhall Land; and Bill
McNeil representing the Back Bay Homeowners.
Mayor Kellar closed the public hearing.
Motion by Smyth, second by Weste, to adopt Resolution No. 04-65 vacating a
portion of Baywood Lane between Brookings Court and Newhall Ranch Road as
described on Exhibit "A" and as shown on Exhibit "B"; and direct the City Clerk
to record the certified original resolution in the office of the Registrar -Recorder of
the County of Los Angeles once all of the conditions for the proposed vacation have
been satisfied.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Ferry, McLean, Smyth, Weste, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 22
PUBLIC HEARING
ADOPTION OF GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE
Mayor Kellar opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Kai Luoma, Senior Planner, advised that the State Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD) review of the City's draft 2000/2005 Housing Element update concluded
that the City's draft Housing Element adequately addresses statutory requirements previously
identified by HCD and will be in full compliance with State law once adopted and submitted to
the HCD for final certification.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Kellar closed the public hearing.
Councilmembers discussed the need for flexibility in locating "inclusionary housing".
Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to find that the proposed update to the General
Plan Housing Element is consistent with the previously adopted Negative
Declaration prepared for the project and adopt Resolution No. 04-66 approving
General Plan Amendment No. 99-04 (Master Case No. 99-335) amending the
Housing Element of the General Plan; modifying the wording in Program 3.g.
Inclusionary Housing to complete the feasibility study in 2006 and adding "if
deemed appropriate".
On roll call vote:
Ayes: McLean, Smyth, Weste, Ferry, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
CONVENE SANTA CLARITA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Chair Kellar convened the meeting of the Santa Clarita Redevelopment Agency at 8:13 p.m.
ITEM 23
JOINT PUBLIC HEARING
PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2004/2005 ANNUAL BUDGET AND FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Mayor/Chair Kellar opened the joint public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk/Secretary, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Ken Pulskamp, City Manager/Executive Director, reported that this item is for a joint public
hearing of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency on the fiscal year 2004/2005 Operating
Budget, Redevelopment Agency Budget, and Five -Year Capital Improvement Program.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor/Chair Kellar closed the joint public hearing.
Motion by McLean, second by Smyth, to schedule the budget for adoption at the
June 8, 2004 joint City Council and Redevelopment Agency meeting.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Smyth, Weste, Ferry, McLean, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ADJOURN SANTA CLARITA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Chair Kellar adjourned the Redevelopment Agency meeting at 8:20 p.m.
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ADJOURN CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Kellar adjourned the meeting at 8:20 p.m. in memory of Trudy Brown.
FUTURE MEETINGS
A City Council Study Session will be held Tuesday, June 1, 2004 at 5:30 p.m. in the Century
Room, lst floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita CA.
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held Tuesday, June 8, 2004 at 6:00 p.m. in
the Council Chamber, 1st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA.
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