HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-06-27 - MINUTES - REGULAR (2)CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
6:00 P.M.
JUNE 27, 2006
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 Ferry gave the invocation.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Weste called to order the regular meeting of the City Council at 6:14 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember Ferry asked newly promoted Assistant to the City Manager Tina Haddad to lead
the flag salute.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Kellar commented on his trip, accompanied by Intergovernmental Relations
Officer Mike Murphy, to Washington D.C. in support of House Resolution 5471 introduced by
Congressman McKeon and the City's ongoing efforts to oppose the Cemex mine.
Mayor Pro Tem McLean reported on her attendance at the Orange Line Mag Lev Transportation
Authority meeting, the rededication of Santa Clarita Park, the SCV School Trustees Association
meeting and their use of a "paperless agenda", the State of the City Luncheon, the League of CA
Cities Community Services Policy Committee meeting in Sacramento, and the Southland
Regional Realtors Association meeting.
Councilmember Ferry acknowledged the efforts of Jim Ventress of the Boys and Girls Club,
Chris Hoefflin, and Mike Shapiro of the Newhall Education Foundation for their community
efforts and support; and celebrated the Bankruptcy Court's decision with regard to the Whitaker-
Bermite property and future possibilities.
Councilmember Smyth suggested keeping in mind all those men, women, sons and daughters of
Santa Clarita who cannot be with their families this Independence Day.
Mayor Weste encouraged attendance at the City's 4th of July Parade next Tuesday and the
fireworks at the mall that evening.
AWARDS/RECOGNITION TO MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY
Mayor Weste and Councilmembers presented a recognition plaque to Jeri and Carl Goldman of
KHTS for being named the Small Business of the Year by Assemblyman Keith Richman.
Mayor Weste and Councilmembers presented a recognition plaque to Cheri Fleming of Valencia
Acura for being named the Car Dealer of the Year.
PRESENTATIONS TO THE CITY
Millie Jones representing County Supervisor Mike Antonovich presented a $20,500,000 replica
check to the City representing Bridge and Thoroughfare Money for the Cross Valley Connector
Gap Closure Project.
Mayor Weste and Councilmembers presented a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month to
Rick Gould, Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, and members of his staff.
Ken Striplin, Assistant City Manager, introduced Transit Manager Jeff O'Keefe who recently
joined City staff.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council at this time was Dr. Gene Dorio and Robin Clough representing the
Committee Against the Closing of the TCU at HMNM Hospital with an update on their latest
demonstration (submitted material); Cam Noltemeyer regarding the proposed sewer service
charge increase; Bruce McFarland regarding eminent domain and Consent Item 3; Sandra Cattell
representing the Sierra Club regarding the need for open space; and Andrew Fried regarding
open space and suggesting that an ad hoc committee be created for another open space initiative.
STAFF COMMENTS
Ken Striplin, Assistant City Manager, advised that the City Manager has talked with Roger
Seaver at the Hospital regarding the City Manager's continuing commitment toward keeping the
TCU open; and commented that the City and the Sanitation District have worked together to
provide clear and consistent information with regard to the proposed sewer charge increase.
Mayor Weste advised that she has met with Dr. Dorio and has called Senator Runner with regard
to the TCU; acknowledged that the involved agencies are looking for the best way to deal with
chlorides in the water; and indicated that she has received many calls with regard to another open
space initiative and will create a list of interested persons.
EXECUTIVE MEETING
This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further
information that may be needed.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to approve the agenda, pulling Items 3, 6, 12
and 16 from the Consent Calendar.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to approve the minutes of the June 13, 2006
special and regular City Council meetings and the June 20, 2006 special City
Council meeting as submitted.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
CONVENE SANTA CLARITA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor/Chair Weste called the meeting of the Redevelopment Agency to order at 7:06 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Agency Members were present.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
There was none.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to approve the minutes of the June 13, 2006
meeting as submitted.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
ITEM 1
JOINT CONSENT CALENDAR
FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET AND FIVE YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The annual budget process began in January 2006. Study Sessions were held with the City
Council on February 7, 2006 and May 2, 2006. The proposed balanced budget was presented to
the Council and a Public Hearing was held on June 13, 2006.
City Council: Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to adopt Resolution No. 06-67
making the appropriations in the amount budgeted for Fiscal Year 2006-2007;
adopt Resolution No. 06-68 adopting the Five -Year Capital Improvement Plan;
adopt Resolution No. 06-69 setting the appropriations limit for Fiscal
Year 2006-2007; adopt Resolution No. 06-70 electing to receive all or a portion of
the tax revenues pursuant to Health & Safety Codes; adopt Resolution No. 06-71
approving a loan for $5 million, from the General Fund to the Santa Clarita
Redevelopment Agency (RDA); adopt Resolution No. 06-72 amending the Position
Classification Plan; adopt Resolution No. 06-73 ordering the levy and collection of
assessments and continued maintenance for Streetlight Maintenance District No. 1;
adopt Resolution No. 06-74 ordering the levy and collection of assessments and
continued maintenance for Drainage Benefit Assessment Area No. 3, 6, 18, 19, 20,
and 22; adopt Resolution No. 06-75 ordering the levy of assessments and continued
maintenance for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, T-1, T -IA, and A-2; adopt
Resolution No. 06-76 ordering the levy and collection of assessments and continued
maintenance for the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space District; approve the
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amendments to the Draft Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Budget, and Fiscal Year 2005-2006
Budget Adjustments.
Redevelopment Agency: Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to adopt Resolution
No. RDA 06-4 making the appropriations in the amount budgeted for Fiscal
Year 2006-2007; adopt Resolution No. RDA 06-5 accepting a loan of $5 million,
from the City of Santa Clarita General Fund, and approve Promissory Note to City
of Santa Clarita as submitted in Exhibit D; authorize transfer of $5 million in loan
proceeds from the Debt Service 910 to the Capital Projects Fund 901, and
appropriate to Account No. 3610-8110.
On roll call vote: (includes both motions)
Ayes: Ferry, Smyth, McLean, Kellar, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ADJOURN SANTA CLARITA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Chair Weste adjourned the meeting at 7:07 p.m.
CONTINUE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Mayor Weste continued the City Council meeting at 7:07 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
THE ANDERSON INITIATIVE
The Anderson Initiative may qualify for the November 2006 ballot as a constitutional
amendment dealing with the use of eminent domain and regulatory takings by all public
agencies, utilities, state and local governments. Oppose the Anderson Initiative.
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion at this time.
Addressing the Council on this item was Cam Noltemeyer.
Mayor Mclean requested that the item be pulled from consideration and held until a date
uncertain.
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ITEM 4
CONSENT CALENDAR
STATE LEGISLATION: ASSEMBLY BILL 2015
The bill provides benefit to the City of Santa Clarita in that it enhances municipal representation
on the SCAQMD Board of Directors. Support Assembly Bill 2015 and transmit statements of
support to Assembly Member Lieu, Assembly Member Richman, Senator McClintock, Senator
Runner, appropriate legislative committees, Governor Schwarzenegger and the League of
California Cities.
ITEM 5
CONSENT CALENDAR
FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY
Continuation of professional services with Jamison & Sullivan, Inc. 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, 2006 through
December 31, 2006.
ITEM 6
CONSENT CALENDAR
SOLEDAD VILLAGE PROJECT, MASTER CASE 04-444, SECOND READING AND
ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE
Consideration of a Zone Change for a 407 -unit residential condominium complex (including 22
live -work units) and an 8,000 square foot commercial center on a 30 -acre property on the north
side of Soledad Canyon Road at-Gladding Way in the City of Santa Clarita. Adopt Ordinance
No. 06-6 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA
CLARITA APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 04-004 (MASTER CASE 04-444) TO AMEND
THE CITY'S ZONING MAP AND CHANGE THE ZONING FROM COMMERCIAL OFFICE
WITH A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY (CO -PD) TO COMMERCIAL
NEIGHBORHOOD (CN) AND RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM HIGH (RMH), MAINTAINING
THE PD OVERLAY, ON A 30 -ACRE PROPERTY ON THE NORTH SIDE OF SOLEDAD
CANYON ROAD AT GLADDING WAY IN THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA".
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion at this time.
Jason Mikaelian, Associate Planner, confirmed that a letter dated June 13, 2006 had been
received from Newhall Land confirming that Newhall Land has agreed to donate the
approximately 12 -acre Wiley Canyon property to the City in exchange for parkland credit.
ITEM 7
CONSENT CALENDAR
CROSS VALLEY CONNECTOR GAP CLOSURE, PROJECT NO. S1001 — AWARD
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT CONTRACTS
The Cross Valley Connector (CVC) Gap Closure project will extend Newhall Ranch Road from
Interstate 5 to Copper Hill Drive. It is the western most segment of the CVC, which will provide
a direct connection between Interstate 5 and State Route 14. Approve the plans and
specifications, and award the construction contract to C.A. Rasmussen, Inc. in the amount of
$16,181,457.50, and authorize a 15 percent contingency in the amount of $2,430,000.00; award
various construction support contracts and mitigation measures totaling $4,505,000.00; increase
Valencia Bridge & Thoroughfare Revenue Account No. 304-6191 by $14,531,962.61 and
appropriate to Expenditure Account No. 51001304-8001; increase Revenue Account
No. 109-6714 by $991,307.00 and appropriate into Expenditure Account No. S1001109-8001;
increase Revenue Account No.205-5131 by $3,192,013.00 and appropriate to Expenditure
Account No. S1001205-8001; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all
documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 8
CONSENT CALENDAR
NEWHALL COMMUNITY CENTER AND JAN HEIDT METROLINK PARKING LOT
EXPANSION, PROJECT NOS. F2002 AND F2006 - PROJECT ACCEPTANCE
The new Community Center is located at 22421 Market Street in the Newhall area. The facility
is designed to accommodate community social and sports events, as well as catered functions
and other instructional/training courses. In addition, there was also an expansion to the existing
Jan Heidt Metrolink parking lot of 150 additional parking spaces. Accept the work performed by
S.J. Amoroso Construction Company, Inc., for the Newhall Community Center and Jan Heidt
Metrolink Parking Lot Expansion, Project Nos. F2002 and F2006; 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.
ITEM 9
CONSENT CALENDAR
TRAIL REPAIR PROJECTS ALONG THE SANTA CLARA RIVER AND SAN
FRANCISQUTTO CREEK, PROJECT NOS. E1001 AND E1002 — AWARD CONSTRUCTION
AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONTRACT
During the January and February storms of 2005, the City responded to several flood -related
emergencies and several City trails suffered damages. Approximately 500 feet of the South Fork
Trail collapsed into the Santa Clara River, and a 400 -foot segment along the San Francisquito
Creek is missing. Also, approximately one mile of equestrian trail was damaged at Robinson
Ranch. Approve the plans and specifications for Trail Repairs along the Santa Clara River and
San Francisquito Creek, Project Nos. E1001 and E1002; award the construction contract to
Reyes Construction Inc., in the amount of $1,474,149.00, and authorize a 15 percent contingency
in the amount of $221,122.35 for a total construction cost of $1,695,271.35; authorize a contract
with MNS Engineers, Inc. for project management costs in the amount of $120,000.00;
appropriate $857,575.17 to Account No. E1002001; appropriate $218,719.57 to Account
No. E1001001; increase revenue Account No. 001-5250 in the amount of $1,832,033.03;
increase revenue Account No. 001-6714 in the amount of $120,000.00; and authorize the City
Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 10
CONSENT CALENDAR
2005-2006 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM, PROJECT NO. M4004 - APPROVE THE
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AWARD THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
The Bridge Maintenance Program will improve various bridges throughout the City by repairing
and sealing surface cracks in the concrete bridge deck and repairing other maintenance
items. Maintenance of the bridges will enhance the appearance of the area and extend the
economic life of the bridge. Approve the plans and specifications and award the construction
contract for the 2005-2006 Bridge Maintenance Program, Project No. M4004, to Griffith
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Company in the amount of $577,442.88, and authorize a 10 percent contingency in the amount of
$57,744.28; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to
City Attorney approval.
ITEM 11
CONSENT CALENDAR
FISCAL YEAR 2005-2006 ANNUAL CONCRETE REHABILITATION PROGRAM,
PROJECT NOS. M0048, M0050, AND T0023 - PROJECT ACCEPTANCE
This project improved and upgraded the City's sidewalk and drainage system by removing and
replacing the existing damaged concrete sidewalks and curb and gutter system caused by tree
root infiltration and pavement settlement. Accept the completion of the construction contract
executed by FS Construction for the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 Annual Concrete Rehabilitation
Program for removal and replacement of sidewalk, curb and gutter, driveway approaches, and
handicapped access ramps, Project Nos. M0048, M0050, and T0023; authorize the expenditure
of $40,000.00 from Account No. 4815-8055 to provide for additional work; direct the City Clerk
to file the Notice of Completion; and direct staff to release the retention amount 35 days after the
Notice of Completion is recorded, provided no stop notices have been filed, as provided by law.
ITEM 12
CONSENT CALENDAR
SANTA CLARITA SPORTS COMPLEX PHASE IV GRADING AND DRAINAGE,
PROJECT NO. P3012 - AWARD DESIGN CONTRACT
This project is the grading and drainage design phase to modify portions of the existing 22 -acre
developed park site and to create a new park expansion of approximately 14 acres. The
expansion will include a new gymnasium, a skate park, and various outdoor features. Award the
design contract to Hunsaker & Associates for engineering design services for the Santa Clarita
Sports Complex Phase IV Grading and Drainage, Project No. P3012, in the amount of
$394,992.00, and authorize a 10 percent contingency in the amount of $39,499.20; authorize an
expenditure of $60,000.00 to R.T. Frankian for geotechnical investigation; appropriate
$550,000.00 to Expenditure Account No. P3012450-8001; and authorize the City Manager or
designee to execute 0 documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion at this time.
Mayor Pro Tem McLean advised that a temporary dog park is planned to be included in this
phase of the development until the permanent dog park is completed.
ITEM 13
CONSENT CALENDAR
TRANSIT MAINTENANCE FACILITY COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS FUELING
STATION, PROJECT NO. F0003 - PROJECT ACCEPTANCE
This project created a new fueling station to meet the new alternative fuel regulations for transit
operations. The project included the design and construction for both a bus fueling station and a
public fueling station at the Santa Clarita Transit Maintenance Facility. The contractor will also
operate and maintain the facility over a 10 -year period. Accept the completion of the
construction performed by Clean Energy Fuels Corporation on the Design -Build phase of their
contract for the Compressed Natural Gas Fueling Station, Project No. F0003; direct the City
Clerk to file the Notice of Completion; and direct staff to release the 2.5 percent retention
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35 days after the Notice of Completion is recorded, or after 60 days of successful operation of
the facility as determined by the City Engineer.
ITEM 14
CONSENT CALENDAR
AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE A GROUND LEASE FOR TEMPORARY FIRE
STATION NO. 104
Los Angeles County Fire Department desires to continue leasing approximately two acres of
land located on Golden Valley Road just south of the intersection of Golden Valley Road and
Centre Pointe Parkway as a temporary location for Fire Station No. 104. Authorize the City
Manager or designee to execute on behalf of the City a Ground Lease Agreement with the
County of Los Angeles (County) for two acres of land to be used by the Los Angeles County
Fire Department (Fire Department) for the purpose of housing temporary Fire Station No. 104 on
real property located at 26201 Golden Valley Road, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 15
CONSENT CALENDAR
JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON - SIERRA
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Southern California Edison transmission lines are being moved into City right-of-way in
conjunction with the development of Tract 53419. In order to maintain their prior rights, Edison
is requiring the City to enter into a Joint Use Agreement. Approve the Joint Use Agreement with
Southern California Edison; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the
agreement, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 16
CONSENT CALENDAR
SUMMARY VACATION OF A PORTION OF BOUQUET CANYON ROAD
Ruth Camargo, the current owner, has requested to vacate an unused 40 feet wide right-of-way
portion on Bouquet Canyon Road, originally reserved for road purposes as dedicated to the
County of Los Angeles, December 4, 1970, as Instrument No. 3474, on Assessor's Parcel Map
No. 2812-008-021. Per Section 8331 of the Streets and Highways Code, "The legislative body
of a local agency may summarily vacate a street or highway if both of the following conditions
exist: (a) For a period of five consecutive years, the street or highway has been impassable for
vehicular travel. (b) No public money was expended for maintenance on the street or highway
during such period." Both conditions exist on this portion of Bouquet Canyon Road. Adopt a
resolution for the summary vacation of an unused 40 feet wide right-of-way portion on Bouquet
Canyon Road, originally reserved for road purposes, as dedicated to the County of Los Angeles,
December 4, 1970 as Instrument No. 3474, on Assessor's Parcel Map No. 2812-008-021 as
shown, and direct the City Clerk to record the certified original resolution in the office of the
Registrar -Recorder of the County of Los Angeles.
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion at this time.
Addressing the Council on this item was Ed Bolden representing property owner Ruth Camargo,
who offered to answer any questions regarding Ms. Camargo's request and requested that the
item be considered at the Council's July 11, 2006 meeting.
Ken Striplin, Assistant City Manager, indicated that staff needs to clarify some issues with
regard to the right-of-way and should have the item available for consideration at the July 11
meeting.
ITEM 17
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY HALL ROOF REPLACEMENT, PROJECT NO. M1003 - PROJECT ACCEPTANCE
This project replaced the City Hall roof. Approve and accept the completion of the City Hall
Roof Replacement, Project No. M1003; direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion
with the County Recorder; and direct staff to release the 10 percent retention 35 days after Notice
of Completion is recorded, provided no stop notices, as provided by law, have been filed.
ITEM 18
CONSENT CALENDAR
ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY INTO THE SMD, CALLING FOR AN ENGINEER'S
REPORT DETAILING THE ANNEXATIONS AND SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING
Resolution initiating the formation proceedings and assessments. Adopt Resolution No. 06-77
to initiate the annexation and formation proceedings for two streetlight maintenance
developments; approve the Engineer's Report and set the Public Hearing for August 22, 2006.
ITEM 19
CONSENT CALENDAR
AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO PROVIDE PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006/07
Since 1991, the City has administered the provision of public transportation services throughout
the Santa Clarita Valley. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works provides
funding for services in unincorporated areas. This Agreement is renewed annually. Approve the
Agreement with the County of Los Angeles for the City to provide public transportation services
in the unincorporated areas. The County of Los Angeles will pay the City of Santa Clarita a
contract amount not to exceed $2,500,000 for these services; authorize the City Manager or
designee to execute the agreement, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 20
CONSENT CALENDAR
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION - APRIL 11, 2006
The final invoice for the City's general municipal election held April 11, 2006 has been received
and totals more than the contracted amount approved by the City Council on
November 22, 2005. Increase Martin & Chapman Company contract amount from $90,650 to
$101,908.59 to pay for services provided for the April 11, 2006 general municipal election.
ITEM 21
CONSENT CALENDAR
CHECK REGISTER NOS. 22 AND 23
Approval of the Check Registers. Approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in
Check Registers 22 and 23.
Motion by Smyth, second by Kellar, to approve the Consent Calendar, pulling
Item 3 from consideration and holding it until a date uncertain, and modifying the
action on Item 16 to table the issue until the next regular Council meeting on
July 11.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Smyth, McLean, Kellar, Ferry, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 22
PUBLIC HEARING
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND LIEN ON PROPERTY FOR REMOVAL OF NON-
CONFORMING SIGN AT 24640 WILEY CANYON ROAD (SANTA CLARITA ATHLETIC
CLUB) .
Mayor Weste opened the public hearing.
Sharon Dawson, City Clerk, stated that all notices required have been provided.
Jason Mikaelian, Associate Planner, advised that in 1999, the City began its "Sign Compliance
Program" to remove nonconforming signs. To date, over 97 percent of properties comply with
the Sign Code, leaving only about 60 properties maintaining illegal signs. The City is pursuing
or plans to pursue compliance on each of these remaining properties. In this case, because the
property owner chose to ignore the City's efforts to obtain voluntary compliance, the City was
compelled to take effective measures to have the sign removed.
No requests to speak were submitted on this item.
Mayor Weste closed the public hearing.
Motion by Kellar, second by Ferry, to adopt Resolution No. 06-78 adding special
assessment and lien in the amount of $46,592.36 on property located at 24640 Wiley
Canyon Road for costs related to the removal of a non -conforming pylon sign for
the Santa Clarita Athletic Club.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: McLean, Kellar, Ferry, Smyth, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 23
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
CAMPAIGN FINANCING
Michael Murphy, Intergovernmental Relations Officer, advised that the City Council requested
information regarding campaign financing for municipal elections. As a follow-up to the
prepared report, Mr. Murphy advised that the author of Assembly Bill 583, Assemblymember
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Hancock, will not pursue the legislation during this session. Further, the California Nurses
Association has had an initiative qualify for the November ballot on a similar topic, but the
provisions are unknown to staff at this time. At the present time, California law prohibits the use
of public funds for campaign purposes.
Addressing the Council on this item was Carol Lutness representing SCV Clean Money for
Better Government (submitted material and 40 written comments); David Lutness; Felipe
Monserrat; Cam Noltemeyer; Bruce McFarland representing the Democratic Alliance for Action;
Barbara Cogswell (submitted material); Sharon Ruxton; Eleta Luther; Joan Dunn; Matthew
Waggner; and Frank Ford representing Clean Money Campaign.
Motion by Kellar, second by Ferry, to receive and file the report.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Kellar, Ferry, Smyth, McLean, Weste
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Weste adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m.
FUTURE MEETINGS
The City Council Study Session scheduled for Tuesday, July 5, 2006 at 5:30 p.m. in the Century
Room will not be held.
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held Tuesday, July 11, 2006 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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