HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-04-27 - MINUTES - SPECIAL REGULARMTG (2)CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
4:30 P.M.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
6:00 P.M.
APRIL 27, 2004
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Kellar called to order the special meeting of the City Council at 4:32 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present with the exception of Councilmember Smyth.
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: Cemex Inc. v. County of Los Angeles
US District Court, Central District, Case No. CV -02-747 DT (FMOx)
Case Name: DBgidio v. City of Santa Clarita
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Kellar recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 4:34 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
6:07 p.m.
CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENT
Carl Newton, City Attorney, announced that no action was taken that was required to be reported.
LA County Superior Court Case No. PC 024381 Y
Case Name:
City of Santa Clarita v. Department of Industrial Relations
(Canyon Country Library)
LA County Superior Court Case No. BS 081296
Case Name:
U -Haul v. City of Santa Clarita
US District Court Case No. CV 01-11019 LGB (FMOx)
Case Name:
Las Lomas v. City of Santa Clarita
LA County Superior Court Case No. BS 082219
Case Name:
City of Santa Clarita v. Bermite Recovery LLC et al.
LA County Superior Court Case No. BC278004/13C 257152
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Kellar recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 4:34 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
6:07 p.m.
CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENT
Carl Newton, City Attorney, announced that no action was taken that was required to be reported.
ADJOURN
Mayor Kellar adjourned the meeting at 6:13 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 Ferry gave the invocation.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Kellar called to order the regular meeting of the City Council at 6:21 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Kellar introduced Girl Scout Troop 380 and Brownie Troop 597 who led the flag salute.
STAFF COMMENTS
Ken Pulskamp, City Manager provided an update on the traffic accident that occurred this afternoon
on I-5 and Calgrove that resulted in a hazardous materials spill.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Mayor Kellar discussed the upcoming rally to
May 8, 2004, Dave's March for Justice Rally,
Mexican government that they must extradite
committed here.
be held at College of the Canyons on Saturday;
to send a message to Washington D.C. and the
criminals to the U.S. to stand trial for crimes
PRESENTATIONS
Sheriff Lee Baca commented on the Dave's March for Justice Rally and presented information on the
Public Safety aned Homeland Security Tax Act.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Weste reported on recent tourism activities; requested a report back on potential
impacts of closing the County libraries in the City considering the fact that the SCV is a donor area;
urged that the Castaic Animal Shelter cannot be closed and requested a report on gang activity in the
area.
Councilmember Smyth provided an update on meetings of the Budget Committee, noting the fiscal
management of the City is strong.
Councilmember Mclean invited everyone to attend the open house at the Placenta Canyon Nature
Center on Saturday, May 1; and noted that the Council approved the League of CA Cities initiative,
"The Local Taxpayer and Public Safety Protection Act" on November 25, 2003 which will be on the
November 2004 ballot and noted that it is vital that this measure be approved. Information from the
March 25 press conference for the Sanitation District regarding water softeners was provided as well
as an update on the Waste Management Task Force meeting when the siting element for landfill
capacity was discussed. Reports were also made on the North County Transportation Plan, the
County Department of Regional Planning looking into revitalizing existing areas, and the Newhall
RFP specific plan process.
Councilmember Ferry acknowledged the efforts of Fire Chief Matt Gil and Police Chief Patti
Minutello for their efforts in establishing a career path for students in becoming fire fighters and law
enforcement officers via a program at Saugus High School. Information was shared regarding a local
phone number (1 -877 -310 -STOP) for observers to call to report speeders and reckless drivers; those
who provided a recent seminar on "cutting" or self mutilation were commended on providing a
needed service; Rick Gould, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, and Ray Pearl
of the BIA were commended for their efforts in the County's recent action to increase Quimby fees
by 25% to be used toward active park space. Acknowledgement and thanks were expressed to
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, and her staff for their efforts in conducting the April 13 City election.
Mayor Kellar commended Dr. Dianne Van Hook and Bruce Fortine of College of the Canyons and
members of the Chamber of Commerce for their efforts in putting on the recent China conference
held at the Hyatt.
STAFF COMMENTS
Ken Pulskamp, City Manager, provided information on the high levels of salt, also known as
chlorides, in the Santa Clara River as a result of water softeners that require salt be added to the
units, and urged that residents who own such units choose to no longer use them. If an ultra filtration
treatment plant is required by the Regional Water Quality Control Board, it may mean that water
rates could quadruple. Additional information on the dangers of water softeners is available at
www.lacsd.or chlorides.
AWARDS/RECOGNITION TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY
There were none.
PRESENTATIONS TO THE CITY
Mayor Bob Kellar and Councilmembers acknowledged the receipt of American Public Works
Association (APWA) awards for the City's Aquatics Center and Transit Maintenance Facility and
recognized the efforts of Robert Newman, Director of Transportation and Engineering Services and
Chris Price and John Spalione, the project managers.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council at this time was Erica Betz regarding the dedication and community
involvement of Council members; Annette Lucas regarding Councilmember Smyth's response to her
letters and emails and regarding the blight of the Calgrove area and the need to clean it up; Cam
Noltemeyer regarding the recent election, campaign disclosure filings of the Newhall Civic
Improvement Association and the campaign treasurers for Mayor Kellar and Mayor Pro Tem Smyth;
and Berta Gonzalez -Harper regarding political action committees and Mayor "rotation".
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COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Smyth responded to Ms. Lucas's remarks and Councilmember Ferry clarified that
the City no longer operates under a "rotation" process for Mayor.
STAFF COMMENTS
There were none.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Smyth, second by Weste, to approve the minutes of the March 23, 2004
special and regular City Council meetings.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
ITEM 1
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
DECLARING RESULTS OF APRIL 13, 2004 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, advised that in accordance with Elections Code Sections 10262 and
10263, upon completion of the canvass, the elections official (City Clerk) shall certify the results to
the governing body (City Council). The City Council shall meet at its usual place of meeting no later
than the third Friday after the election, to declare the results and to install the newly elected officers.
Motion by Ferry, second by Weste, to adopt Resolution No. 04-36 reciting the fact of
the General Municipal Election held on April 13, 2004, declaring the result and such
other matters as provided by law.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Ferry McLean, Smyth, Weste, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
CITY CLERK ADMINISTERS OATH OF OFFICE TO NEWLY ELECTED CITY
COUNCILMEMBERS
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, administered the oath of office to newly elected Councilmembers Smyth
and Kellar.
NEWLY ELECTED CITY COUNCILMEMBERS ARE SEATED
The Councilmembers took their seats on the dais.
REMARKS BY NEWLY ELECTED CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilmembers Smyth and Kellar made comments on the beginning of their second terms of office.
EXECUTIVE MEETING
This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further
information that may be added.
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RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Kellar called a recess at 7:35 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry, to approve the agenda, pulling Items 3, 4 and 10
from the Consent Calendar.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
RECESS TO SANTA CLARITA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Mayor Kellar recessed the meeting to the Redevelopment Agency meeting at 7:52 p.m.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Kellar reconvened the meeting of the City Council at 8:31 p.m.
ITEM 2
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 3
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY TO NAME NEWHALL COFFEE AS THE OFFICIAL COFFEE OF THE CITYOF SANTA
CLARITA
Non monetary proposal to benefit both the City's "shop local" campaign and Newhall Coffee. Enter
into a letter of agreement with Newhall Coffee to name Newhall Coffee as the Official Coffee of the
City of Santa Clarita.
Councilmember Smyth commented on the success of this local business and his support for the
designation.
Mitch McMullen, representing Newhall Coffee, thanked the Council for their support.
ITEM 4
CONSENT CALENDAR
AWARD CONTRACT FOR CONCESSION SERVICES AT CENTRAL PARK AND THE
AQUATICS CENTER
Parks and Recreation & Community Services is pursuing a concessionaire for Central Park and for
the newly completed Aquatics Center at Centre Point Parkway. The RFP was distributed to a total of
25 vendors, with a total of 4 vendors submitting responses before the deadline of
April 2, 2004. Interviews were held April 12, 2004, with the top two ranked companies. Based on
the results of the interview process, staff found bUON gUSTO to be the most qualified vendor.
Grayr Grayr, one of the bidders for this service, spoke in favor of his bid and his belief that he is the
most qualified bidder.
Kevin Tonoian, Senior Management Analyst, explained the process and the recommendation.
Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry, to award a contract to WON gUSTO, to supply
and operate concessions at both Central Park and the Aquatic Center.
Ayes: Smyth, Weste, Ferry, McLean, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 5
CONSENT CALENDAR
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY REGIONAL
PASS PROGRAM AMENDMENT
The Regional Transit Pass (EZ Pass) allows passengers to transfer from one Transit system to
another without the uncertainty of transfer payments and fare differentials. An amendment has been
drafted to authorize the addition of Metrolink participation in the program. Approve and authorize
the City Manager or designee to execute an amendment to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority Regional Pass Program Memorandum of Understanding, subject to City
Attorney approval.
ITEM 6
CONSENT CALENDAR
APPROVAL AND AUTHORIZATION OF THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH R.W. FULKERSON BUS AND PARTS, LLC, FOR THE SALE OF
COMMUTER BUSES
After conducting an auction process, the City received an offer of $90,900 to sell nine 1992 model
Neoplan buses, which have been retired from the fleet. Approve and authorize the City Manager or
designee to execute a sales agreement for $90,900 with R.W. Fulkerson Bus and Parts, LLC, for the
sale of nine 1992 model Neoplan City fleet buses, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 7
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER THE CITY INTO A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE ENERGY COALITION TO
PARTICIPATE AS A MEMBER CITY IN THE ENERGY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
The City of Santa Clarita has been approved as a new partner by The Energy Coalition to participate
in their Energy Partnership program. This resolution authorizes the City Manager to sign a
Memorandum of Understanding to officially participate in the program. Adopt Resolution
No. 04-37 authorizing the City Manager or designee to enter the City into a Memorandum Of
Understanding with The Energy Coalition to participate as a member city in the Community Energy
Partnership program.
One written comment was submitted on this item.
ITEM 8
CONSENT CALENDAR
ADOPT AN ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 03-001
Zone Change to allow for the re -designation of the project site located at the terminus of Urbandale
Avenue and Bouquet Canyon Road. Adopt Ordinance No. 04-1 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA APPROVING ZONE CHANGE
03-001 (MASTER CASE 03-3040 TO CHANGE THE 5.92 -ACRE PROJECT SITE FROM
RESIDENTIAL SUBURBAN (RS) TO RESIDENTIAL MODERATE (RM) LOCATED AT THE
TERMINUS OF URBANDALE AVENUE AT BOUQUET CANYON ROAD IN THE CITY OF
SANTA CLARITA".
ITEM 9
CONSENT CALENDAR
ADOPT AN ORDINANCE APPROVING NORTHPARK PREZONE
An ordinance to approve prezoning the Northpark Annexation area consisting of 501 acres. Adopt
Ordiance No. 04-2 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA CLARITA TO APPROVE PREZONE NO. 04-001 (MASTER CASE 04-008) FOR THE
VALENCIA NORTHPARK ANNEXATION AREA LOCATED NORTH OF DECORO DRIVE
AND EAST AND WEST OF MCBEAN PARKWAY OUTSIDE OF AND ADJACENT TO THE
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA CITY LIMITS".
ITEM 10
CONSENT CALENDAR
ONE VALLEY ONE VISION, JOINT CITY -COUNTY VALLEYWIDE GENERAL PLAN,
PHASE IV ADOPT SCOPE OF WORK AND AWARD CONTRACT TO EIP ASSOCIATES
On February 8, 2000 the City Council approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Los
Angeles County Regional Planning defining the parameters to develop a joint Santa Clarita
Valleywide General Plan that would be adopted by both agencies. The MOU was adopted to provide
the Santa Clarita Valley with a unique opportunity to develop a common vision for its future. The
City is well underway in a multi-year effort to create a Valleywide General Plan jointly with the
County. The cost of the project is shared between the City and the County. This project was
developed with multiple phases in order to ensure concurrence between the City and the County
throughout the process. Waive purchasing process and award contract to EIP Associates to complete
Phase IV of the One Valley One Vision Joint City -County Valleywide General Plan in an amount not
to exceed $326,365.00. Also, authorize the City Manager or a designee to execute all documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
In response to inquiry from Councilmember Ferry, Ken Pulskamp, City Manager, indicated that the
County is participating in this portion; however, it is unknown if they will participate in the next
phase.
ITEM 11
CONSENT CALENDAR
SANTA CLARITA SPORTS COMPLEX - AQUATICS CENTER, PROJECT NO. F3009 -
PROJECT ACCEPTANCE
Completion of construction of the Aquatics Center. Accept the work performed by Fedcon General
Contractors, Inc., Project No. F3009; direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion; and
direct staff to release the retention balance 35 days after the Notice of Completion is recorded,
provided no stop notices, as provided by law, have been filed; increase estimated revenues in
Account No. 001-6714 by $257,025.00 from Centre Pointe Business Park pursuant to the
Development Agreement for the construction of an overflow parking lot within Los Angeles
Department of Water and Power's right-of-way; appropriate $257,025.00 to Account
No. F3009001-8001 to pay Fedcon General Contractors, Inc. for the construction of the overflow
parking lot; and transfer $140,000.00 from the Contingency Fund Account No. 2250-7401 to
Account No. F3009450-8001 for the existing Sports Complex parking lot rehabilitation and
temporary parking lot.
ITEM 12
CONSENT CALENDAR
SCHERZINGER LANE STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. S3013 — SEWER
CONSTRUCTION ACCEPTANCE
This project installed a main line sewer, including house laterals. Accept the work performed by
Padilla Paving on the Scherzinger Lane Street Improvements, Project No. 53013; direct the City
Clerk to file the Notice of Completion; and direct staff to release the 10 percent retention 35 days
after the Notice of Completion is recorded, provided no stop notices have been filed, as provided by
law.
ITEM 13
CONSENT CALENDAR
NEWHALL RANCH ROAD, PROJECT NOS. S4003 AND S1001 - APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR
THE ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY, DESIGN CONTRACT, AND RELOCATION OF SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA EDISON FACILITIES
Authorization to appropriate funds for the Cross Valley Connector projects, extension of Newhall
Ranch Road east of Bouquet Canyon Road and the "Gap Closure" from Interstate 5 to Copper Hill
Road. Appropriate $85,000 from the Bouquet Canyon Bridge and Thoroughfare District to Account
No. S4003001-8001; appropriate $2,220,000 from the Valencia Bridge and Thoroughfare District to
Account No. S 1001304-8001; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents,
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 14
CONSENT CALENDAR
ABATEMENT AND DEMOLITION SERVICES OF WAREHOUSE AND SHED AT 22427
MARKET STREET, PROJECT NO. F2002 - PROJECT ACCEPTANCE
Project acceptance for the completion of abatement and demolition services at 22427 Market Street
by American Wrecking, Inc. Accept the demolition work performed by American Wrecking Inc.,
Project No. F2002; direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion; and direct staff to release
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the retention balance 35 days after the Notice of Completion is recorded, provided no stop notices, as
provided by law, have been filed.
ITEM 15
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH A PRE -QUALIFICATION PROCEDURE AND AN APPEALS
PROCEDURE FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS
Assembly Bill 574 allows cities and other public agencies to require that licensed contractors who
wish to bid for public works contracts pre -qualify for the right to bid on a public works
project. Adopt Resolution No. 04-38 establishing a procedure to pre -qualify contractors to bid on
certain public works projects pursuant to Public Contracts Code §20101 and an appeals procedure
pursuant to Public Contracts Code §20101 (d).
ITEM 16
CONSENT CALENDAR
INTENTION TO VACATE BAYWOOD LANE BETWEEN BROOKINGS COURT AND
NEWHALL RANCH ROAD
Newhall Land has requested to vacate Baywood Lane between Brookings Court and Newhall Ranch
Road in order to satisfy a condition of Master Case No. 01-176. Adopt Resolution No. 04-39
declaring intention to order the vacation of Baywood Lane between Brookings Court and Newhall
Ranch Road; set May 25, 2004 as the date of the public hearing; and direct the City Clerk to publish
and post notices as required by Part 3 of Division 9 of the Streets and Highways Code.
ITEM 17
CONSENT CALENDAR
TRACT MAP NO. 34266 - ABANDONMENT OF RESTRICTED USE AREA IN CANYON
COUNTRY
In 1978, a dedication was made under Tract Map No. 34266 which restricted the erection of
buildings or other structures within those areas designated on the map as restricted use areas. A
restricted use area was established on Lot 51 due to a landslide that was not fully mitigated during
original construction. This restricted use area has been removed by the remedial grading completed
by the developer in 2001, in which all landslide debris was removed. Adopt Resolution No. 04-40
for the abandonment of the dedication made in 1978 under Tract Map No. 34266, and direct the City
Clerk to record the certified original resolution in the Office of the Registrar-Recorderof the County
of Los Angeles.
ITEM 18
CONSENT CALENDAR
TRACT MAP NO. 52385 (SIERRA HIGHWAY AND FRIENDLY VALLEY PARKWAY) -
APPROVAL OF FINAL MAP AND ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS OF DEDICATION
Approval of Tract Map No. 52385 consisting of approximately 23.98 acres, located nearthe southern
border of the City, south of May Way, and north of Circle Knoll Court, and owned by Golden Valley
Estates, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company. Approve Tract Map No. 52385 (Sierra
Highway and Friendly Valley Parkway); accept on behalf of the public the offers of dedication; make
certain findings; instruct the City Treasurer to endorse the Special Assessment Certificate on the face
of the Tract Map; and instruct the City Clerk to endorse the Certificate on the face of the Tract Map.
ITEM 19
CONSENT CALENDAR
TRACT MAP NO. 43174 - VALLE DEL ORO STREET ACCEPTANCE
In 1984, when Tract Map No. 43174 was approved by the County of Los Angeles, the offers of
dedication were rejected. Thus, Valle Del Oro between San Fernando Road and the Los Angeles
County Flood Control channel was not accepted into the County's road system. The City must now
accept this segment of Valle Del Oro as a public street in order to construct road improvements such
as signing and striping. Adopt Resolution No. 04-41 for the acceptance of Valle Del Oro into the
City's road system, and direct City staff to record the certified original resolution in the Office of the
Registrar -Recorder of the County of Los Angeles.
ITEM 20
CONSENT CALENDAR
STORM DRAIN TRANSFERS TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT
Passage of resolutions related to the transfer and conveyance for two stone drains to the Los Angeles
County Flood Control District for operation, maintenance, repair, and improvement. Adopt
Resolution No. 04-42 for the transfer and conveyance of Private Drain No. 1490 and adopt
Resolution No. 04-43 for the transfer and conveyance of Private Drain No. 2225 to the Los Angeles
County Flood Control District.
ITEM 21
CONSENT CALENDAR
BENZ ROAD - VEHICLE WEIGHT LIMITS - AMENDMENT TO SECTION 12.48.060 OF THE
SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE
Restrict the use of vehicles exceeding 14,000 pounds on the segment of Benz Road between Copper
Hill Drive and Bouquet Canyon Road. Adopt Ordinance No. 04-3 entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTION 12.48.060 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING VEHICLE
WEIGHT LEvIITS".
ITEM 22
CONSENT CALENDAR
SALES & USE TAX RECORDS ACCESS AUTHORIZATION
The City utilizes consultants to review sales and use tax records for allocation errors, and to provide
sales and use tax analysis and reports. In order to gain access to the City's sales tax records with the
State Board of Equalization, the City Council must pass a resolution authorizing access. MBIA
MuniServices is the City's current sales and use tax consultant. Adopt Resolution No. 04-44
designating MBIA MuniServices Company as the authorized City representative to examine sales
and use tax records.
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ITEM 23
CONSENT CALENDAR
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANTS 2004-2008 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND
2004-2005 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
Each year the City receives entitlement funds from the Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) to benefit low- and moderate -income residents of Santa Clarita by improving
infrastructure, affordable housing, and social services. In order to receive these funds HUD requires
the submission of a three to five year Consolidated Plan and an Annual Action Plan. Approve the
2004-2008 Consolidated Plan as written; approve the 2004-2005 Annual Action Plan and the
funding recommendtion contained therein; authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all
documents subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 24
CONSENT CALENDAR
"DAVE'S MARCH FOR JUSTICE" EVENT — MAY 8, 2004
In an effort to draw national attention and support for change to the 1980 Mexican extradition policy
and to help bring justice for David March and other victims, this event is scheduled to be held on
Saturday, May 8, 2004 at 10 a.m. at the College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita. Approve staff
participation in the production of "Dave's March for Justice" event on Saturday, May 8, 2004;
approve transfer of $6,000 from City Council Contingency Fund account number 2250-7401 to
account number 7491-7312; approve transfer of $9,000 from City Council Contingency Fund
account number 2250-7401 to account number 7491-8110.
ITEM 25
CONSENT CALENDAR
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, AMENDING
THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND PARK$,
RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION COMPENSATION AND
EXPENSES
Second reading of an ordinance enabling the City Council to adjust Planning Commission and Parks,
Recreation and Community Services Commission compensation from time to time by
resolution. Adopt Ordinance No. 04-4 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF S ANTA CLARITA AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE
PLANNING COMMISION AND PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMISSION COMPENSATION AND EXPENSES"
ITEM 26
CONSENT CALENDAR
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, RELATING
TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND THE PARKS, RECREATION & COMMUNITY
SERVICES COMMISSION COMPENSATION AND EXPENSES
Adopt Resolution No. 04-45 to adjust Planning Commission and Parks, Recreation and Community
Services Commission Compensation. Adopt Resolution No. 04-45 adjusting Commissioner
compensation.
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ITEM 27
CONSENT CALENDAR
CHECK REGISTER NOS. 11, 12, 13, 14, AND 15
Approval of the Check Registers. Adopt Resolution No. 04-46 to approve and ratify for payment
the demands presented in Check Registers 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15.
Motion by Smyth, second by Ferry, to approve the Consent Calendar with the
exception of Item 4.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Weste, Ferry, McLean, Smyth, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Kellar called a recess at 8:45 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:55 p.m.
ITEM 28
PUBLIC HEARING
RESOLUTIONS APPROVING TAX-EXEMPT FINANCING FOR WASTE
MANAGEMENT, INC. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, USA WASTE OF CALIFORNIA, WASTE
MANAGEMENT COLLECTION, AND RECYCLING, INC. AND WASTE MANAGEMENT OF
CALIFORNIA
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, Darren Hernandez, Director of Administrative Services, advised that Waste
Management, Inc., is seeking to finance the acquisition of thirty (30) compressed and/or liquid
natural gas fueled collection vehicles through the issuance of up to $6.0 million of tax-exempt
revenue bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Kellar closed the public hearing.
Motion by Smyth, second by McLean, to adopt Resolution No. 04-47 approving,
authorizing, and directing execution of a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement relating
to the California Municipal Finance Authority; adopt Resolution No. 04-48 approving
the tax-exempt financing and the issuance of the revenue bonds by the CMFA for
Waste Management, Inc. and its subsidiaries, USA Waste of California, Waste
Management Collection and Recycling, Inc., and Waste Management of California, Inc.
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(collectively, "Waste Management, Inc.") solely for the purposes of satisfying the
requirements of the Internal Revenue Code and the Joint Exercise of Powers
Agreement.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Ferry, McLean, Smyth, Weste, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 29
PUBLIC HEARING
RESOLUTION THAT NO PRIVATE NON-PROFIT AGENCIES ARE READILY AVAILABLE
TO PROVIDE PUBLIC PARATRANSIT SERVICE
Mayor Kellar opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Council consensus to waive staff presentation.
Chris Daste, Director of Field Services, advised that Santa Clarita Transit has applied for Federal
-- Transit Administration (FTA) funding to support the purchase of four expansion vehicles for the
Dial -a -Ride fleet. In order for the City of Santa Clarita to qualify for funding, the City Council must
pass a resolution that no private non profit agencies are readily available to provide local public
paratransit service.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Kellar closed the public hearing.
Motion by Weste, second by McLean, to adopt Resolution No. 04-49 that no non-profit
agencies are readily available to provide public paratransit service in the City of Santa
Clarita.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: McLean, Smyth, Weste, Ferry, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 30
PUBLIC HEARING
APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DENIAL OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE SIGN
VARIANCE
Mayor Kellar opened the public hearing.
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Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Kai Luoma, Senior Planner, advised that this is an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of an
administrative sign variance request submitted by the Santa Clarita Atheletic Club to allow a freeway
oriented pylon sign at 24640 Wiley Canyon Road.
Representing the Santa Clarita Athletic Club, Mark Geyer explained the appellant's view and efforts
to retain the sign as well as his conversations with staff.
Carl Newton, City Attorney, provided information and clarification on his conversations and
statements made on behalf of the City with Mr. Geyer.
Addressing the Council on this item were Annette Lucas; Berta Gonzalez -Harper; and David Royer.
Mr. Geyer offered a rebuttal at this time.
Mayor Kellar closed the public hearing.
Motion by Weste, second by Ferry, to adopt Resolution No. 04-50 denying Sign
Variance 00-004 (Master Case 00-067) which upholds the Planning Commission's
action.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Smyth, Weste, Ferry, McLean, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 31
NEW BUSINESS
WINTER SHELTER LOCATION UPDATE
Councilmember Ferry provided an update on locating a future site for serving the needs of the
homeless community especially during the winter and indicated he was unable to locate a site but
recognized a responsibility to assist those in this city who are homeless. The City should remove
itself and allow non -profits to come forward and help.
Addressing the Council at this time were Mark Young representing the SCCDC; and Andy
Pattantyus representing the SCCDC.
In response to inquiries from the Council, Vince Bertoni, Interim Director of Planning and Building
Services provided additional information.
Motion by Smyth, second by McLean, to direct staff to prepare a Request for Proposal
(RFP) for grant money to an organization to administer a program to address the .
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homeless issues and establishment of a temporary housing program and direct staff to
return at a future City Council meeting after the RFP process is complete.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Weste, Ferry, McLean, Smyth, Kellar
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Kellar adjourned the meeting at 10:26 p.m.
FUTURE MEETINGS
A Study Session will be held Tuesday, May 4, 2004 at 5:30 p.m. in the Century Room, 1st floor of
City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA.
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held Tuesday, May 11, 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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