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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
City Manager Approval:
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November 24, 2009
Farah Awan
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
City Manager's Office
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the San Fernando Valley
Council of Governments Joint Powers Agreement, subject to the City Attorney approval.
2. City Council appoint a City Councilmember to the San Fernando Valley Council of
Governments Governing Board and designate a City Councilmember as an alternate.
Appropriate $10,000 from Contingency (19300-5401.001) to the City Manager's Department
Account Membership & Dues (11000-5101.002) for initial dues for the San Fernando Valley
Council of Governments.
BACKGROUND
Currently, the City of Santa Clarita does not participate in a formal Council of Governments. The
purpose, or goal, of the City of Santa Clarita to participate in a Council of Governments is to
create a forum for enhanced dialogue between cities with similar regional priorities.
City staff was requested by the San Fernando Valley Economic Alliance to participate in
discussions regarding the potential of forming a San Fernando Valley Council of Governments.
City staff participated in these discussions to determine if common regional priorities between
the San Fernando Valley ("Valley") and the City of Santa Clarita exist. Other agencies
participating in the discussions are the County of Los Angeles, City of Los Angeles, City of
Burbank, City of Glendale, and the City of San Fernando. These meetings have provided a venue
for the Valley cities and City of Santa Clarita staff to discuss areas where our cities are
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interconnected, such as transportation and air quality issues, large scale planning goals, and
advocacy at regional, state, and federal levels. The incorporated area of the City of Santa Clarita
and the unincorporated area of the Santa Clarita Valley that has been identified under the City of
Santa Clarita/County of Los Angeles One Valley One Vision (OVOV) joint planning area will be
included within the area of the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments. For the purposes
of the boundary of the Council of Governments, it overlaps with the San Fernando Valley
Statistical planning area. This planning area encompasses a portion of the City of Los Angeles,
and all of the cities of Glendale, Burbank, San Fernando, Calabasas, and Hidden Hills.
During the February 10, 2009, City Council meeting, Council directed staff to work with the San
Fernando Valley Economic Alliance to formally request that the City of Santa Clarita be
considered as a full -voting member of the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments. At the
February 11, 2009, staff -level meeting, all stakeholders unanimously agreed on the importance of
including the City of Santa Clarita as a full -voting member of the Council of Governments.
The San Fernando Valley Economic Alliance has hosted multiple meetings to discuss a suitable
governing structure for this organization when it is formed. Per the discussions, staff members
from multiple jurisdictions, in consultation with their organization's legal counsel, agreed that a
Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) would be most appropriate format for this organization. The City
Attorney's Office has reviewed the proposed draft of the JPA.
At this time, the following public entities may choose to join and appoint board representatives to
the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments: County of Los Angeles, City of Burbank, City
of Calabasas, City of Glendale, City of Hidden Hills, City of Los Angeles, City of San Fernando,
and the City of Santa Clarita. The City Council of the City of Los Angeles may designate one
board representative from each of the seven council districts that are located entirely or partially
in the San Fernando Valley The Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles may
designate one board representative from each of the two supervisorial districts that are located
entirely or partially in the San Fernando Valley Other member cities, including the City of Santa
Clarita, may designate one board representative from their city council. Each board
representative has the option to designate one or more elected officials or full time staff members
as alternates. For the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments board to take an action, it
will require a vote by the majority of member cities, including at least one representative from
the City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles, and representatives from at least two additional
member cities. For the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments to proceed with an action it
will require a unanimous vote by the majority of member cities.
If the City Council chooses to participate as a full -voting member in the San Fernando Valley
Council of Governments, the City of Santa Clarita will need to contribute $10,000 as initial dues
for start-up funding for the first year. All participating agencies will be required to contribute
$10,000 in dues annually. Subsequent to the formation of the Council of Governments, the board
may vote to adjust the annual dues. Per staff research, other similar agencies have dues ranging
from $10,000 to $30,000 annually. The annual dues will contribute to the day-to-day running of
the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments. This includes hiring an Executive Director for
the organization who will be responsible for working with member cities on issues that are of
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mutual interest. The organization will work as a clearinghouse, sharing information on items
such as grants, regulations, legislation, and rule making. By participating in a Council of
Governments structure, the City of Santa Clarita can benefit by applying for grants and regional
planning opportunities which would otherwise not be possible without a Council of Governments
designation. In addition, member cities will be afforded the opportunity to apply for limited
regional, state, and federal funds through a multi -city approach, which will maximize,the
opportunity of receiving funding for regional projects.
Participating in the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments will not limit the City of Santa
Clarita or other member cities from applying for funding opportunities as individual entities.
ALTERNATIVE ACTIONS
1. Do not approve the JPA.
2. Other action as determined by City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
Appropriate $10,000 from Contingency (19300-5401.001) to the City Manager's Department
Account Membership & Dues (11000-5101.002) for initial dues for the San Fernando Valley
Council of Governments.
ATTACHMENTS
San Fernando Valley Council of Governments Joint Powers Agreement
San Fernando Valley Council of Governments Area Map
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SAN FERNANDO VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
A JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
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AGREEMENT
"SAN FERNANDO VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS"
(A JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY)
This Agreement ("Agreement') is made and entered into by and between the public
entities ("Members") whose names are set forth in Exhibit A, attached hereto and
incorporated herein by this reference ("Eligible Public Entities"), and who have approved
and executed this Agreement pursuant to Section 6500 et seq. of the California
Government Code and other applicable law. Each entity listed on Exhibit A shall
become a Member of the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments ("SFVCOG")
when confirmation that this Agreement has been approved by its governing body and
the executed Agreement are received by the legal advisors for the San Fernando Valley
Council of Governments.
WITNESSETH:
The parties hereto do agree as follows:
Section 1 Recitals. This Agreement is made and entered into with respect to the
following facts:
A. Historically, the San Fernando Valley ("Valley") cities of Calabasas, Burbank,
Glendale, Los Angeles and San Fernando, and the County of Los Angeles,
have worked through The Valley Economic Alliance ("Alliance") as informal
strategic partners, involving elected officials, city managers and other staff;
they share common interests with cities in north Los Angeles County, such as
the City of Santa Clarita, and collectively have played a valuable role in
serving as a forum for the exchange of ideas and information;
B. However, Valley Area cities and the County of Los Angeles ("Jurisdictions")
wish to develop and implement subreglonal policies and plans that are unique
to the greater San Fernando Valley region ("Valley Area"), and to voluntarily
and cooperatively resolve differences among themselves, which requires a
more formal structure;
C. The public interest requires the establishment of an agency to jointly conduct
studies and projects designed to coordinate and improve the common
governmental responsibilities and services on a Valley -wide and subregional
basis through the establishment of a council of governments ("COG");
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D. The public interest requires that the COG explore areas of inter -governmental
cooperation and coordination of government programs, and that it provide
recommendations and solutions to problems of common and general concern
to its Members;
E. Each Member is a city or county ("Eligible Public Entities") established by law
with full powers of government in administrative, legislative, financial, and
other related fields;
F. Each Member, by and through its legislative body, has determined that an
agency to assist in planning and voluntary coordination, in the greater San
Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles County furthers the public interest,
necessity and convenience; and
G. Each Member is listed on Exhibit A hereto as an Eligible Public Entity or has
otherwise been determined by the Board of Directors to qualify for
membership.
Section 2 Creation of Separate Legal Entity. It is the intention of the Members to create,
by means of this Agreement, a separate legal entity within the meaning of Section
6503 5 of the Government Code. Accordingly, there is hereby created a separate legal
entity, which shall exercise its powers in accordance with the provisions of this
Agreement, and applicable law.
Section 3. Name. The name of the said separate legal entity shall be the San Fernando
Valley Council of Governments.
Section 4. Purpose and Powers of the SFVCOG.
A. Purpose of SFVCOG. The purpose of the creation of the SFVCOG is to
enable the Members to voluntarily engage in cooperative local and regional
planning and the coordination of government services and responsibilities so
as to assist the Members in the conduct of their affairs; to conduct studies
and projects designed to improve and coordinate the common governmental
responsibilities and services on a Valley Area and regional basis; and to
coordinate implementation programming.
B. Common Powers. The SFVCOG shall have, and may exercise, the following
powers:
1 Serve as an advocate in representing the Members of the San
Fernando Valley Council of Governments at the regional, state and
federal levels on issues of Importance to the greater San Fernando
Valley region of Los Angeles County,
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2. Serve as a forum for the review, consideration, study, development and
recommendation of public policies and plans with local and regional
significance;
3. Assemble information helpful in the consideration of problems of
interest to the Members;
4. Utilize Member resources or other public or public/private groups to
carry out its programs and projects;
5. Explore practical avenues for voluntary intergovernmental cooperation,
coordination and action in the interest of the local public welfare and
improving the administration of governmental services;
6. Assist in coordinating subregional planning efforts and in resolving
conflicts among the Members as they work toward achieving planning
goals;
7. Build a consensus among the Members to address regional and
subregional issues, strategies, policies and programs;
8. Facilitate and coordinate activities for obtaining state, federal and
regional grants in support of projects; and as a mechanism to assist in
financing the expenditures and activities of the SFVCOG;
9. Make and enter into contracts, including contracts for the services of
public/private organizations, managers, researchers, planners,
engineers, attorneys and other consultants;
10. Employ agents, officers and employees;
11. Apply for, receive and administer grants, gifts, contributions and
donations of property, funds, services and other forms of financial
assistance from persons, firms, corporations and any federal, state or
local governmental entity,
12. Acquire, construct, lease, manage, maintain, own and operate any
buildings, works or improvements;
13. Delegate some or all of its powers to an Executive Director as
hereinafter provided;
14. Incur debts, liabilities and obligations and/or issue bonds;
15 Exercise any implied power necessary to implement the express
powers provided for in this Section 4, and
16. Sue and be sued.
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C. Exercise of Powers. The SFVCOG shall, in addition, have all implied powers
necessary to perform its functions. It shall exercise its powers only in a
manner consistent with the provisions of applicable law, and this Agreement.
For the purpose of determining the powers of, and the restrictions to be
imposed on the SFVCOG in its manner of exercising its powers pursuant to
Government Code Section 6509, it is understood and agreed by the Members
that the SFVCOG shall have any powers and observe any restrictions
imposed upon the City of Los Angeles, a charter city, in the exercise of similar
powers, provided however, that if the City of Los Angeles shall cease to be a
member, then the SFVCOG shall be restricted in the exercise of its power in
the same manner as the City of Glendale, a charter city, or the next most
populous Member city.
D. Reserved Powers. The SFVCOG shall not possess the authority to compel
any of its members to conduct any activities or implement any plans or
strategies that they do not wish to undertake (except for the payment of
dues). The goal and Intent of the SFVCOG Is one of voluntary cooperation
among the Members for the collective benefit of the San Fernando Valley
area of Los Angeles County.
Section 5 Members.
A. Admitting New Members. New Members may be admitted to the SFVCOG
upon an unanimous vote of the Board and execution of this agreement,
provided that such a proposed new Member is a city whose jurisdiction, or
part thereof, lies within or immediately adjacent to any jurisdiction that is a
Member of SFVCOG, or that is deemed by the Board of Directors to share
common interests with the SFVCOG.
B Withdrawal. A Member may withdraw from the SFVCOG by filing written
notice of withdrawal with the Chair of the Board
C. Dues of Members. The Members of the SFVCOG shall be responsible for the
payment to the SFVCOG, annually, of dues. Initial annual dues shall be
$10,000 per Member.
D. Non -Payment of Dues. If a Member fails to pay dues in a timely fashion, the
Member shall be deemed to be suspended from this Agreement and the
SFVCOG.
E. Admission. Admission shall be subject to such terms and conditions as the
Board may deem appropriate.
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Section 6. Creation of Board of Directors. There is hereby created a Board of Directors
for the SFVCOG ("Board") to conduct the affairs of the SFVCOG. The Board shall be
constituted as follows -
A. Designation of Board Representatives.
The Members of the SFVCOG shall designate representatives to the Board
("Board Representatives") as follows:
1. The City Council of the City of Los Angeles shall designate one Board
Representative from each council district that is located entirely or partially
in the San Fernando Valley.
2. The Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles shall designate
one Board Representative from each supervisorial district that is located
entirely or partially in the San Fernando Valley.
3 The other Members shall each designate one Board Representative from
their city council.
B. Designation of Alternate Board Representatives. For each Board
Representative designated, one or more of their council/board members or
full time staff members of the Member cities or the County Board of
Supervisors shall be designated as alternate representative(s) to the
SFVCOG Board of Directors ("Alternate Board Representative") pursuant to
the Member's own procedures
C. Eligibility. No person shall be eligible to serve as a Board Representative
unless that person is, at all times during the tenure of that person as a Board
Representative, a member of the legislative body of one of the appointing
Member Jurisdictions; or in the case of an Alternate Board Representative a
member of the legislative body or full-time staff member of one of the
appointing Member Jurisdictions. The designation of a Board Representative
and Alternate Board Representative shall be evidenced in writing to the Chair
of the SFVCOG. Should any person serving on the Board fail to maintain the
status as required by this section, that person's position on the Board shall be
deemed vacated as of the date such person ceases to qualify pursuant to the
provisions of this section and the Member shall be entitled to appoint a
qualified replacement.
D. Compensation. Board Representatives and Alternative Board
Representatives shall receive no compensation in connection with their
service on the SFVCOG.
E. Representation. Notwithstanding the above provisions of this section, the
legislative body of each Member may establish a procedure to provide for its
representation at a Board meeting by an elected member of its legislative
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body in the event that neither the Board Representative nor the Alternate
Board Representative are available to attend.
F. Term. Board Representatives and Alternate Board Representatives shall
serve for a period determined by each Member's own procedures.
G Board Powers. The Board shall be deemed, for all purposes, the policy
making body of the SFVCOG. All of the powers of the SFVCOG, except as
may be expressly delegated to others pursuant to the provisions of applicable
law, this Agreement, or by direction of the Board, shall be exercised by and
through the Board
Section 7. Use of Public Funds and Property. The SFVCOG shall be empowered to
utilize for its purposes, public and private funds, property and other resources received
from the Members and from other sources. Subject to the approval of the Board of the
SFVCOG, the Members shall participate in the funding of the SFVCOG in such a
manner as the Board shall prescribe.
Section 8. Board Actions — Meetings. Except as otherwise specifically provided in this
Agreement, all actions of the Board shall require unanimity of the Board Members
present. There shall be no proxy voting.
A. Meetings. Regular meetings of the Board shall be held not less than four
times a year. Special meetings of the Board may be called by the Chair. The
Board shall establish the dates and times of regular meetings of the Board.
The location of each such meeting shall be as directed by the Board. All
meetings of the SFVCOG shall be called and conducted, and an agenda
posted, in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, as applicable,
Government Code Section 54950 et seq., as it now exists or may hereafter be
amended.
B. Quorum. A quorum shall consist of the presence of a majority of the Board
Representatives, representing a majority of the Members, including at least
one Board Representative each from the City of Los Angeles, the County of
Los Angeles, and two of the other Member Jurisdictions in good standing with
the SFVCOG.
C. First Meeting At the first scheduled meeting of the Board, a Board
Representative shall be elected to the position of Chair by the Board, and a
different Board Representative shall be elected to the position of Vice Chair of
the Board. The terms of office of the Chair and Vice Chair elected at the first
scheduled meeting of the Board shall continue through the first July 1 st of
their terms and expire on the second July 1 st. Elections to determine their
successors shall not be held until the first regular meeting in May preceding
the second July 1st. If, during this initial period, there is a vacancy, for any
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reason, in the position of Chairperson or Vice -Chairperson, the Board shall
forthwith conduct an election and fill such vacancy for the unexpired term of
such prior Incumbent.
Section 9. Designation and Duties of Treasurer. The Treasurer of one of the Members
shall serve as Treasurer of the SFVCOG for a term of three (3) years. Upon expiration
or earlier termination of the term, the Treasurer of the Member whose Board
Representative then serves as the Chair of the Board shall serve as the Treasurer for
the SFVCOG. Should that person have just served as Treasurer, or otherwise not be
available, then the Treasurer of the Member whose Board Representative then serves
as Vice Chair shall serve as the Treasurer. The Treasurer shall have charge of the
depositing and custody of all funds held by the SFVCOG. The Treasurer shall perform
those duties performed by treasurers of Joint Powers Authorities as described in section
6505.5 of the Government Code and such other duties as may be imposed by
provisions of applicable law, and such duties as may be required by this Memorandum,
or at the direction of the Board.
Section 10. Designation and Duties of Secretary. The Board shall designate a
Secretary. The Secretary shall keep a record of all proceedings and perform the usual
duties of such office, including compliance with all notice and agenda posting
requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code section 54950, et seq.), as
it now exists or may hereafter be amended
Section 11. Designation of Other Officers. The Board may appoint such other officers as
it deems appropriate and necessary to conduct the affairs of the SFVCOG.
Section 12. Legal Advisors. The offices of the Los Angeles County Counsel and Los
Angeles City Attorney shall serve jointly as the legal advisors to the SFVCOG. Each
Member's City Attorney and the County Counsel will continue to represent their own
jurisdictions on all legal matters within their purview; provided, however, in the event of
a potential or actual conflict of interest between the County or the City of Los Angeles
on the one hand and the SFVCOG on the other, then the County Counsel or the Los
Angeles City Attorney (whichever has the conflict) shall create an ethical wall within its
office, and the attorney(s) advising the Member and its Board Representative(s) shall be
different than the attorney(s) advising the SFVCOG Such ethical wall shall include
procedures or methods to ensure there are no communications between the walled off
attorneys related to confidential communications and matters giving rise to the conflict.
Section 13. Obligations of SFVCOG. The debts, liabilities and obligations of the
SFVCOG ("SFVCOG Obligations") shall be the debts, liabilities or obligations of the
SFVCOG alone. The Obligations shall not constitute debts, liabilities or obligations of
the Members and the Members shall have no liability therefore.
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Section 14. Implementation Agreements. When authorized by the Board, affected
Members may execute special/supplemental Implementation Agreements (or Joint
Powers Agreements pursuant to Government Code section 6500 et seq.) for the
purpose of authorizing the SFVCOG to implement, manage and administer specific
area -wide and regional programs in the interest of the local public welfare. The costs
and liabilities incurred by the SFVCOG in implementing a program, including indirect
costs, shall be assessed only to those Members who are parties to that Implementation
Agreement. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed so as to prevent any of the
Members from entering into memoranda of understanding or joint powers agreements
with each other or with third parties, outside of the SFVCOG.
Section 15 Term. The SFVCOG created pursuant to this Agreement shall continue in
existence until such time as this Agreement is terminated or as otherwise provided by
law. This Agreement may not be terminated except by an affirmative vote of a majority
of the legislative bodies of the then Members of the SFVCOG.
Section 16. Application of Laws to SFVCOG Functions. The SFVCOG shall comply with
all applicable laws in the conduct of its affairs, including, but not limited to, the Ralph M.
Brown Act to the extent applicable. (Section 54950 et seq. of the Government Code.)
Section 17. Members - Interference with Function of Members. The Board shall not take
any action which constitutes an interference with the exercise of lawful powers by a
Member of the SFVCOG.
Section 18. Disposition of Assets. Upon the winding up and dissolution of the SFVCOG,
after paying or adequately providing for the debts and obligations of the SFVCOG, the
remaining assets of the SFVCOG shall be distributed to the parties to this Agreement in
proportion to their contributions to the SFVCOG during its existence, pursuant to
Government Code section 6512. If for any reason the parties to the Agreement are
unable or unwilling to accept the assets of the SFVCOG, said assets will be distributed
to the State of California or any local government for public purposes.
Section 19 Amendment. This Agreement may be amended at any time with the
unanimous consent of the Member Jurisdictions
Section 20. Effective Date. The Effective Date ("Effective Date") of this Agreement shall
be the date of approval and execution by the last of the following: the City of Los
Angeles, the County of Los Angeles, and two of the other cities listed in Exhibit A. Upon
approval and execution, each party shall deliver an original executed signature page to
the Los Angeles City Attorney and Los Angeles County Counsel, in their capacity as
legal advisors to the SFVCOG This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to
the benefit of the successors of the Members, respectively. None of the Members may
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assign any right or obligation hereunder without the written consent of the other
Members
Section 21. Bonding Requirement. The officers or persons who have charge of, handle,
or have access to any property of the SFVCOG shall be persons designated as such by
the Board. Each such designated officer or person shall be required to file an official
bond with the Board, at the expense of the Board, in an amount which shall be
established by the Board. Should the existing bond or bonds of any such officers be
extended to.cover the obligations provided herein, said bond shall be the official bond
required herein. The premiums of any such bonds attributable to the coverage required
herein shall be appropriate expenses of the SFVCOG
Section 22. Indemnification. The Members agree that the SFVCOG shall indemnify,
defend and hold harmless each of the respective Members, and their elected and
appointed officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all liability,
including but not limited to demands, claims, actions, fees, costs, and expenses
(including attorney and expert witness fees), arising from or connected with the
SFVCOG's acts and/or omissions arising from and/or relating to this Agreement or any
act and/or omission performed by a Member on behalf of SFVCOG or at the request of
the SFVCOG. However, the SFVCOG shall not be required to indemnify, defend and
hold harmless any Member or their respective elected and appointed officers,
employees, and agents arising from or connected with that Member's willful misconduct
or active negligence. Pursuant to Government Code section 895.4, this indemnification
provision is expressly intended to supersede the provisions of Government Code
section 895.2, providing for joint and several liability of public entities entering into
agreements.
Section 23. Budget and Disbursements The Board shall adopt a budget annually prior
to July 1st of each calendar year. The Board may at any time amend the budget to
incorporate additional income and disbursements that might become available to the
SFVCOG for its purposes during a fiscal year.
A. Fiscal Year. The SFVCOG shall be operated on a fiscal year basis beginning
on July 1st of each year and continuing until the following June 30th. All
funds shall be placed in appropriate accounts and the receipt, transfer, or
disbursement of such funds shall be accounted for in accordance with
generally accepted accounting principles applicable to governmental entities
and pursuant to applicable laws There shall be strict accountability of all
funds. All revenues and expenditures shall be reported to the Board.
B. Expenditures. All expenditures shall be made within the approved annual
budget. No expenditures in excess of those budgeted shall be made without
the approval of the Board.
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C. Audit. The records and accounts of the SFVCOG shall be audited annually by
an independent certified public accountant, or public accountant, in
compliance with applicable laws, and copies of such audit report shall be filed
with the State Controller, the Los Angeles County Auditor and each party to
the SFVCOG no later than fifteen (15) days after receipt of said audit by the
Board.
D. Reimbursement of Funds. Grant funds received by the SFVCOG from any
federal, state, regional or local agency to pay for budgeted expenditures for
which the SFVCOG has received all or a portion of said funds from the parties
hereto shall be used as determined by the Board.
Section 24. General Provisions.
A. Law. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made, and shall be
construed and Interpreted, in accordance with the laws of the State of
California.
B. Notices. Any notice required hereunder must be in writing and shall be
considered received upon delivery to the city or county clerk of the party to be
notified, or two (2) business days after deposit in the United States mail,
postage prepaid and properly addressed to such city or county clerk.
C. Execution in Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed on behalf of the
respective Members in one or more counterparts, all of which shall
collectively constitute one agreement.
D. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion
of this Agreement is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable by a
court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections, subsections,
sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions of this Agreement shall nonetheless
remain in full force and effect. The governing body of each of the Members
hereby declares that it would have adopted each section, subsection,
sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Agreement, irrespective of the fact
that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or
portions of this Agreement be declared invalid or unenforceable.
E. No Third Party Beneficiaries. This Agreement is intended solely for the benefit
of the SFVCOG and the parties to this Agreement, and no third party shall be
deemed to be a beneficiary or to have any rights hereunder against the
Authority or any of Its Members.
The Parties to this Joint Powers Agreement have caused this Agreement to be
executed on their behalf as of the dates specified below, respectively, as follows:
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Attest:
By:
City Clerk
Date:
Approved as to Form:
By.
,City Attorney
Date:
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Date:
Date:
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Mayor
, City Manager
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Attest:
, City Clerk
Date:
Approved as to Form:
City Attorney
Date:
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Date
Date:
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Mayor
City Manager
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Attest:
City of Los Angeles
, City Clerk , Mayor
Date: Date:
Approved as to Form:
By: By:_
City Attorney
Date: Date:
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Attest:
By —
City Clerk
Date:
Approved as to Form:
By:
,City Attorney
Date:
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By:
Date:
Date:
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Mayor
, City Manager
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Attest -
By:
City Clerk
Date:
Approved as to Form:
By.
,City Attorney
Date:
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By:
Mayor
Date:
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City Manager
Date:
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Attest:
Sachi A Hamai
Executive Officer of the
Board of Supervisors
By:
County of Los Angeles
Chair, Board of Supervisors
Deputy
Date:
Approved as to Form:
ROBERT E. KALUNIAN
Acting County Counsel
By:
Deputy County Counsel
Joint Powers Agreement 17 San Fernando Valley
Rev 10 0 Council of Governments
EXHIBIT A
ELIGIBLE PUBLIC ENTITIES
County of Los Angeles,'a political subdivision of the State of California
City of Burbank, a municipal corporation in the State of California
City of Calabasas, a municipal corporation in the State of California
City of Glendale, a municipal corporation in the State of California
City of Hidden Hills, a municipal corporation In the State of California
City of Los Angeles, a municipal corporation in the State of California
City of San Fernando, a municipal corporation in the State of California
City of Santa Clarita, a municipal corporation in the State of California
Joint Powers Agreement 18 San Fernando Valley
Rev 10 0 Council of Governments
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