HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-08-23 - MINUTES - SPECIAL REGULAR (2)CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
5:30 P.M.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
6:00 P.M.
AUGUST 23, 2005
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Smyth 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: Siena Club et al. v. City of Santa Clarita and Newhall Land
L A County Superior Court Case No. BS 098722
Case Name: Moore Electrical Contracting v. City of Santa Clarita et al.
L A County Superior Court Case No. PC 037122
Case Name: Las Lomas Land Co., LLC v. City of Santa Clarita et al.
L A County Superior Court Case No. BS 097982
(Las Lomas II)
Case Name: City of Santa Clarita v. Charles Von der Abe et al.
L A County Superior Court Case No. PC 036780
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Smyth recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 5:32 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
6:09 p.m.
CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENT
Carl Newton, City Attorney, announced that in the matter of:
• Siena Club et al. v. City of Santa Clarita and Newhall Land
L A County Superior Court Case No. BS 098722
City Council by unanimous vote authorized the City Attorney and Burke, Williams,
and Sorenson to defend a challenge to the environmental action in approval of the
Riverpark project of Newhall Land and Farming
• Moore Electrical Contracting v. City of Santa Clarita et al.
L A County Superior Court Case No. PC 037122
City Council by unanimous vote authorized the City Attorney and Burke, Williams
and Sorenson to defend a stop notice action between a sub contractor and the prime
contractor on a public works project. City is a mere stakeholder.
• Las Lomas Land Co., LLC v. City of Santa Clarita et al.
L A County Superior Court Case No. BS 097982
City Council by unanimous vote authorized the City Attorney and Burke, Williams,
and Sorenson to defend a challenge to the environmental action of the City in
approving the Sphere of Influence application for the South Santa Clarita area.
ADJOURN
Mayor Smyth adjourned the meeting at 6:12 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 Smyth called to order the regular meeting of the City Council at 6:17 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember McLean led the flag salute.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Ferry commented on the upcoming Teen Scene Unplugged which will be held at
the Hyatt on September 21; Councilmember McLean's performance in the Canyon Theatre Guild
production of Wizard of Oz; recent meetings on the Open Space and Parkland Presentation
District; and presented slides of his summer vacation.
Councilmember McLean commented on a July 29 comment letter from City staff to the County
on a County project in San Francisquito Canyon and suggested that staff be allowed to follow
these projects through to the end; noted upcoming activities at Central Park for the Healthy
Cities program; invited attendance at the Town Hall meeting on August 30 sponsored by the Air
Quality Management District regarding air quality in the Valley at the Vital Express Center, as
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well as the August 31 joint meeting with Supervisor Antonovich at the Activities Center and the
Excelencia Awards at the Hyatt on September 21.
Councilmember Kellar commented on the Downed Officers Ride held in the City over the
weekend, and encouraged people to write letters to President Bush about the unacceptable
behavior of harboring accused killers of American men and women in Mexico, and provided a
draft letter for Council review.
Mayor Pro Tem Weste commented on the study for the Open Space and Parkland Preservation
District during the break, and thanked staff for the amount and quality of work completed.
STAFF COMMENTS
Ken Pulskamp, City Manager, provided an update on the Senior Center expansion and indicated
CDBG savings could be redirected to this project. A report will be placed on the September 13
agenda for consideration.
AWARDS/RECOGNITION TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY
There were none.
PRESENTATIONS TO THE CITY
Mayor Smyth introduced Louis Madriz, Robin Crabb and Sheriff Ali from the California
Alcoholic Beverage Control, along with Sheriff Captain Patti Minutello, who presented the City
with a check for $80,000 as the recipient of a competitive grant from ABC. The grant money
will be used to combat alcohol related crimes.
Mayor Smyth and Councilmembers presented the following awards to Darren Hernandez,
Director of Administrative Services, and the staff of the Finance Division:
Investment Policy Certificate of Excellence Award and Certification in Cash Handling
from the Association of Public Treasurers -US and Canada.
Mayor Smyth and Councilmembers Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in
Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
• Outstanding Financial Reporting Award from the California Society of Municipal
Finance Officers (CSMFO).
Patti Minutello, Sheriff Captain, provided an update on the fight against graffiti and advised that
84 arrests have been made.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council was Mark Weiss, Rorie Skei representing the Santa Monica Mountains
Conservancy, Henry Schultz representing the Santa Clarita Valley Sierra Club (submitted written
material), Sandra Cattell, Connie Worden Roberts, Susan Ostrom, Mike Lebecki, Kevin Oliff
representing the Santa Clarita Valley Auto Dealers Association, Ken Roelofson, Fire Chief Matt
Gil, and L.A. Sheriff Department Captain Patti Minutello regarding the Open Space and
Parkland Preservation District (OSPPD), Cam Noltemeyer regarding OSPPD and the
Whittaker/Bermite site, Chris Fall representing Blue Barrel/Waste Management giving an update
on recycling efforts, and Jim Ventress representing the Boys and Girls Club regarding
maintaining the quality of life and investing in recreation and open space.
Councilmember Weste read and submitted letters from Brad Berens and Maria Gutzeit regarding
the OSPPD.
STAFF COMMENTS
Ken Pulskamp, City Manager, commented on the Open Space and Parkland Preservation
District, and stated that the ballots would be mailed out to property owners in October; and that
the Air Quality Management District reported that the City of Santa Clarita has one of the most
advanced and well-designed air quality measures in its master plan, and is a Model City within
the entire South Coast District.
Carl Newton, City Attorney, announced a hearing would be held September 29 on the Gate King
matter in the Court of Appeal.
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 Kellar, second by McLean, to approve the agenda, pulling Item 13 from
the Consent Calendar.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Kellar, second by Weste, to approve the minutes of July 12, 2005 special
and regular City Council meetings as amended.
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
ACQUISITION OF 24158
NO. 2831-019-030
SAN FERNANDO ROAD, NEWHALL - ASSESSOR'S PARCEL
The proposed acquisition will assist in the implementation of the proposed specific plan and
future redevelopment of Downtown Newhall. Authorize the City Manager or designee to sign
all required documentation to complete the acquisition of 24158 San Fernando Road,
Santa Clarita, CA 91321 (Assessor Parcel #2831-019-030, subject to review by the City
Attorney).
ITEM 3
CONSENT CALENDAR
FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY
The Cemex/TMC mining proposal opposition effort continues to contain a legislative
component. Jamison and Sullivan, Inc. have provided federal advocacy services on this issue to
the City since February 2001. The Council is requested to authorize continuation of professional
services with Jamison and Sullivan, Inc. for the period July 1, 2005 through
December 31, 2005. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute, subject to City
Attorney approval, a contract for continuation of professional services with Jamison and
Sullivan, Inc. for the period of July 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005.
ITEM 4
CONSENT CALENDAR
CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH CALIFORNIA EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM
(CALPERS) TO PROVIDE 21354.5 (2.7% AT 55 FORMULA) FOR LOCAL
MISCELLANEOUS MEMBERS
Resolution of Intention and first reading of an ordinance to amend the City's Ca1PERS contract
to provide 2.7% @ 55 formula for local miscellaneous members. Adopt Resolution No. 05-99
for the intent to amend the contract with California Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) to
provide 21354.5 (2.7% at 55 formula) for local miscellaneous members; introduce and pass to
second reading an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CONTRACT BETWEEN
THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION, CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES'
RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SANTA CLARITA."
ITEM 5
CONSENT CALENDAR
AWARD CONTRACT FOR BIKE RACKS ON BUSES
Retrofit current fleet of local buses with front -loading bike racks. Award contract to
Sportworks, Inc. for the purchase and installation of 34 bicycle racks for buses including option
two. Option two includes an additional 20 three -bike racks for replacement/upgrade of the bus
fleet. Appropriate $55,700.00 from Fund 801 to 5400-8615. Authorize City Manager or
designee to negotiate and execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 6
CONSENT CALENDAR
TRANSFER OF STORM DRAIN MTD NO. 1598-U4 AND PD NO. 1971 TO THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
These storm drains have been constructed to the satisfaction of the Los Angeles County Flood
Control District and are ready for transfer. County procedures require that each storm drain
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transfer request be accompanied by a resolution. Adopt Resolution No. 05-100 for the transfer
and conveyance of Miscellaneous Transfer Drain (MTD) No. 1598-U4 and adopt Resolution
No. 05-101 for the transfer and conveyance of Miscellaneous Transfer Drain (MTD) Private
Drain (PD) No. 1971 to the Los Angeles County Flood Control District.
ITEM 7
CONSENT CALENDAR
PARCEL MAP NOS. 61686, 61689, AND 61693, (COMMERCIAL CONDOMINIUM
MAPS -RYE CANYON COMMERCE CENTER, LOTS 24, 10, AND 25
RESPECTIVELY) - APPROVAL OF FINAL MAPS AND ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS OF
DEDICATION
Parcel Map No. 61686 consisting of approximately 4.89 acres located at the intersection of
Constellation Road and Alta Vista Avenue, Parcel Map No. 61689 consisting of approximately
8.86 acres located on Kelly Johnson Parkway, and Parcel Map No. 61693 consisting of
approximately 5.02 acres located on Constellation Road north of Alta Vista Avenue. Approve
Parcel Map Nos. 61686, 61689, and 61693; 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 Parcel Maps; instruct the City Clerk to endorse the Certificate on
the face of the Parcel Maps; and instruct the City Engineer to endorse the Certificate on the face
of the Parcel Maps.
ITEM 8
CONSENT CALENDAR
MULTI -WAY STOP INSTALLATION - WALNUT STREET AND 14TH STREET
Installing a multi -way stop at the intersection of Walnut Street and 14th Street. Adopt
Resolution No. 05-102 authorizing the installation of a multi -way stop control at the intersection
of Walnut Street and 14th Street.
ITEM 9
CONSENT CALENDAR
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE MOUNTAINS RECREATION AND
CONSERVATION AUTHORITY TO ALLOW FOR THE MITIGATION OF IMPACTS
FROM THE BOUQUET BRIDGE WIDENING, PROJECT NO. S1035
The Bouquet Canyon Road Bridge Widening project over the Santa Clara River caused the
requirement by the California Department of Fish and Game to mitigate for the removal of
approximately 2.27 acres of riparian habitat. Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding
(MOU) with the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA) to satisfy the City's
obligation to replace 2.27 acres of riparian habitat required by the California Department of Fish
and Game (CDFG); appropriate $110,000.00 from the Bouquet Canyon Bridge and
Thoroughfare District, Fund 301, to Account No. S1035301-8001; and authorize the City
Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 10
CONSENT CALENDAR
AGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND
PACSUN, LLC FOR THE MODIFICATION DESIGN OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY ROAD
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INTERCHANGE AT STATE ROUTE 14
The modification of the Golden Valley Road Interchange at State Route 14 project is being
designed by PacSun, LLC with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the
City providing design oversight. Caltrans requires that the City execute a design Cooperative
Agreement for this project. Also, the City is requiring PacSun, LLC to execute a Consent and
Assumption Agreement with the City for this project. Approve the design Cooperative
Agreement with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the Consent and
Assumption Agreement with PacSun, LLC for the modification design of the Golden Valley
Road Interchange at State Route 14; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the
agreements, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 11
CONSENT CALENDAR
SAN FERNANDO ROAD MEDIAN IMPROVEMENT, PROJECT NO. C2001 - AWARD
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
In October 1997, Development Review No. 97-152 was approved to expand an existing self -
storage property located at 25333 San Fernando Road. As a condition of the project, the
applicant was required to pay the City a fee for future construction of a median along the
property's frontage in lieu of the applicant installing the median. Approve the plans and
specifications, and award the construction contract for the San Fernando Road Median
Improvement, Project No. C2001, to Security Paving Company in the amount of $387,705.00
and other associated project costs for a total project cost of $439,069.00; continue to Fiscal Year
2005-06 the total remaining unused San Fernando Road Median appropriations of $360,069.00,
and appropriate accordingly $310,344.00 to C2001001-8001 from Fund 001 General Fund
Balance, and $49,725.00 to C2001201-8001 from Fund 201 Gas Tax fund balance; appropriate
additional funds in the amount of $79,000.00 from Fund 303 Via Princessa Bridge and
Thoroughfare to C2001303-8001; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all
documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 12
CONSENT CALENDAR
FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING PURCHASING
Ordinance to amend the Municipal Code regarding purchasing to streamline the procurement of
Information Technology goods and services. Introduce and pass to second reading an ordinance
entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA
CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3.12 OF THE SANTA CLARITA
MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING PURCHASING."
ITEM 13
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AN ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PURCHASING
(EPP) PROGRAM
Consideration of adopting a Resolution to establish an Environmentally Preferable Purchasing
(EPP) program to raise awareness of the impact of City spending on the environment and how
we can do better. Adopt Resolution No. 05-103 establishing an Environmentally Preferable
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Purchasing (EPP) Program.
Councilmember McLean thanked staff for their work on this program.
ITEM 14
CONSENT CALENDAR
AWARD RENEWAL CONTRACT FOR PARKS AND RECREATION POOL CHEMICALS
Consideration of awarding renewal contract for parks and recreation pool chemicals. Approve
the renewal of the contract for pool chemicals to Inter -Valley Pool Supply, in an amount not to
exceed $68,517.87, from account number 7220-7312. Authorize the City Manager or designee
to approve subsequent renewals in accordance with the terms of the contract.
ITEM 15
CONSENT CALENDAR
CHECK REGISTER NOS. 27, 28, 29, 30 AND 31
Approval of the Check Registers. Adopt Resolution No. 05-104 to approve and ratify for
payment the demands presented in Check Registers 27, 28, 29, 30 and 31.
Motion by Weste, second by Kellar, to approve the Consent Calendar.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Ferry, McLean, Weste, Kellar, Smyth
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 16
PUBLIC HEARING
2005 CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM LOCAL DEVELOPMENT REPORT
Mayor Smyth 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 Building and Engineering, advised that the Congestion
Management Program is a state -mandated program administered in Los Angeles County by the
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Smyth closed the public hearing.
Motion by Weste, second by Kellar, to adopt Resolution No. 05-105 finding the City
to be in conformance with the Congestion Management Program; and direct staff to
deliver the adopted resolution and the 2005 Local Development Report to the Los
Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority on or before September 1,
2005.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: McLean, Weste, Kellar, Ferry, Smyth
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 17
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NOMINATION AND APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING COMMISSIONER
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, advised that as a result of Rick Winsman's resignation from the
Planning Commission effective August 1, 2005, applications were accepted until Friday,
August 12, 2005 for consideration of filling the vacancy.
Councilmember Kellar explained the committee review process utilized to fill this vacancy,
thanked the committee members and nominated Bill Kennedy to fill the position.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Motion by Kellar, second by Weste, to ratify the nomination of Bill Kennedy to fill
an unexpired term on the Planning Commission (to July 31, 2008).
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Weste, Kellar, Ferry, McLean, Smyth
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
Mr. Kennedy expressed his appreciation for the appointment and acknowledged the other
applicants.
ITEM 18
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR A FRANCHISE PROGRAM FOR TEMPORARY
TRASH BIN AND ROLL -OFF BIN PROVIDERS
Travis Lange, Environmental Services Manager, advised that this item is to help bring the City
into compliance with the 50 percent diversion goal as required by AB 939, the City is proposing
a franchise system for temporary trash bin and roll -off bin providers. Staff has implemented the
recommendations made by the Council during the July 12, 2005 Council meeting and is now
requesting approval from the Council on the RFP.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Motion by Kellar, second by Weste, to approve the proposed RFP and direct staff to
proceed with the franchise process.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Kellar, Ferry, Weste
Noes: McLean, Smyth
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 19
NEW BUSINESS
STATE LEGISLATION: SCA 15/ACA 22
Mayor Smyth advised that Senator Tom McClintock has introduced Senate Constitutional
Amendment (SCA) 15 and Assembly Member Doug LaMalfa has introduced Assembly
Constitutional Amendment (ACA) 22, identical measures which specify the conditions under
which eminent domain may be used by a government jurisdiction.
Due to amendments being submitted today in the State legislature, Council
consensus to table this item.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Smyth adjourned the meeting at 7:59 p.m.
FUTURE MEETINGS
A City Council Study Session will be held Tuesday, September 6, 2005 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, September 13, 2005 at
6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 1st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa
Clarita, CA.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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