HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-05-08 - MINUTES - SPECIAL JOINT REGULAR (2)CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ferry called the special meeting to order at 4:32 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present excepting Councilmember Weste.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
No requests to speak were received.
CLOSED SESSION
Joseph Montes, City Attorney, advised of the need to conduct a Closed Session for the purpose
of holding a:
CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: Assessor's Parcels Nos. 3210-001-004, 3210-002-007, 3210-004-
004,005;008;009,010,013,014; 3210-006-005, 3210-005-006, 007, 008, 027, 035, 040, 3210-
008-021. 022: 3210-010-001.
Agency Negotiator: Owner: Nominn, LLC
Assessor's Parcel No. 3210-003-006, 3210-004-012, 3210-010-010, 01 1, 3210-011-015,016,
022; 3210-012-024, 0257 026, 3210-013-030, 031, 032, 044, 045.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Negotiator: City Manager or designee
Unrepresented Employees: All positions not represented by SEIU Local 721
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 549569(b): 1 matter
initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c): 2 matters
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Ferry recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 4:33 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
6:22 p.m.
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
4:30 P.M.
MINUTES OFJOINT CITY COUNCIL/
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING
6:00 P.M.
MAY 8, 2012
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ferry called the special meeting to order at 4:32 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present excepting Councilmember Weste.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
No requests to speak were received.
CLOSED SESSION
Joseph Montes, City Attorney, advised of the need to conduct a Closed Session for the purpose
of holding a:
CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: Assessor's Parcels Nos. 3210-001-004, 3210-002-007, 3210-004-
004,005;008;009,010,013,014; 3210-006-005, 3210-005-006, 007, 008, 027, 035, 040, 3210-
008-021. 022: 3210-010-001.
Agency Negotiator: Owner: Nominn, LLC
Assessor's Parcel No. 3210-003-006, 3210-004-012, 3210-010-010, 01 1, 3210-011-015,016,
022; 3210-012-024, 0257 026, 3210-013-030, 031, 032, 044, 045.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Negotiator: City Manager or designee
Unrepresented Employees: All positions not represented by SEIU Local 721
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 549569(b): 1 matter
initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c): 2 matters
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor Ferry recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 4:33 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at
6:22 p.m.
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CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENT
Joseph Montes, City Attorney/Agency Counsel, announced that no action was taken in Closed
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Session that was required to be reported.
ADJOURN
Mayor Ferry adjourned the meeting at 6:23 p.m.
INVOCATION
Mayor Ferry gave the invocation.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor/President Ferry called to order the regular joint meeting of the City Council/Board of
Library Trustees at 6:25 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.
FLAG SALUTE
Carl Goldman led the flag salute.
EXECUTIVE MEETING
This time has been set aside for Council members to review the agenda and obtain any further
information that may be needed. Council will also discuss each individual item during the course
of the meeting with the exception of the Consent Calendar, which may be approved in its entirety
by one motion, unless there is a request to pull an item for discussion. No action will be taken on
public agenda items during the Executive Meeting.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Weste, second by McLean, to approve the agenda.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Councilmember McLean and Council recognized the Library Bookmark Design Card Contest
Winners.
Councilmember Weste and Council announced that the City received a California Parks and
Recreation Society award, recognizing the Open Space Program.
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar presented the Proclamation for Armed Forces Day recognizing Real Life
Church and Habitat for Humanity.
PRESENTATIONS TO THE CITY
None scheduled.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS '
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar commented regarding the proposed Cemex mining matter and discussed a
petition at safe4environment.org to oppose the project; commented regarding support of the
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Sulphur Springs School District Measure CK on the June 5 ballot; congratulated Myrna Condie
and Tom Dierckman on being named the SCV Man and Woman of the Year 2012; and
commented on Dr. Rachael Ostrom and the opening of Twin Oaks Equine Veterinary.
Councilmember Weste commented regarding the summer beach bus; and commented regarding
Healthy Santa Clarita, trail usage, and hikesantaclarita.cotn.
Councilmember McLean commented regarding representing the City at the May 3 dedication of
I-5 truck lane groundbreaking; announced that a special City Council/High Speed Rail meeting
will take place on .June 1 1 at 6:00 p.m. and encouraged high community attendance; commented
regarding enhancements to the Antelope Valley Metrolink line which will allow Santa Clarita
residents to take Metrolink directly to the Bob Hope airport; and commented regarding the
Chamber of Commerce free E -Waste Recycling Event on Friday June 15, 9 a.m. — I p.m. at
Chamber of Commerce office on Tourney Road.
Councilmember Boydston commented regarding Cemex and asked that Congressman Buck
McKeon do his job in the House to bring legislation forward to bring about a solution to the
matter and that Senators Boxer and Feinstein would support such legislation.
Councilmember Weste requested that at the special meeting on June 11, the community have the
ability available to sign on to opposition of the Cemex mine.
Mayor Ferry discussed the City Staff Cares Relay for Life wine tasting event at the Senses event
on May 17; commented on signing up for Seasons Magazine classes; and mentioned Junior
Lifeguard tryouts on May 12 and May 17,
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 agenda, Council may
determine that the title has been read. City Council determines that the titles to all ordinances
which appear on this public agenda have been read and waive further reading.
ITEM 2
CONSENT CALENDAR
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
The minutes of the previous City Council and Board of Library Trustees meetings are submitted
for approval. City Council and Board of Library Trustees: Approve the minutes of the April 24,
2012. special and regular meetings.
ITEM 3
CONSENT CALENDAR
RENEWAL OF SUPPORT FOR SANTA CLARITA VALLEY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
' CORPORA TION (SCVEDC)
The SCVEDC is requesting a financial investment for its third year in operation in the amount of
$200,000. In November 2009, the City Council approved an initial first year investment in the
SCVEDC of $200,000. Moving forward, the expectations for the SCVEDC are to focus on
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business attraction with tangible results during the current calendar year that show major
businesses relocating to the Santa Clarita Valley as a result of SCVEDC efforts. City Council
authorize expenditure of up to $200,000 from the Economic Development budget (Account
number 11301-5171.005) for the renewal of support for the Santa Clarita Valley Economic
Development Corporation (SCVEDC); and authorize the City Manager or his designee to
negotiate and execute a renewal agreement with the SCVEDC, subject to City Attorney
approval.
Addressing the Council on this item were Don Fleming and Jonas Peterson, representing the
SCV Economic Development Corporation, Alan Ferdman, representing the Canyon Country
Advisory Committee, and Cam Noltemeyer.
Councilmennber Boydston inquired of Mr. Jonas regarding the metrics used to measure the
amount of jobs saved, about the numbers of jobs that were created as opposed to those that were
retained, and about the average salary per year of the new jobs created; commented that in the
next reporting period he is hopeful that the EDC will more specifically track the salary of jobs
created; asked about the amount of private entity support of the of the EDC; and inquired about
the contribution board members make to the EDC.
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar and Councilmember Weste expressed gratitude for all of the hard work
and commented on all the remarkable accomplishments of EDC.
Councilmember McLean commented regarding her inquiries of Ken Pulskamp as to the success
of the EDC; and asked Mr. Jonas if the expectation of the EDC is for future success without the
City's $200,000 contribution.
Mayor Ferry discussed the benefits and the community's support of the EDC and noted that he
would be supportive of a continued partnership.
ITEM 4
CONSENT CALENDAR
COMMISSION/PANEL VACANCIES
Terms of various Planning Commissioners, Parks, Recreation & Community Services
Commissioners, Arts Commissioners, and Open Space Preservation District Financial
Accountability and Audit Panelmembers (FAAP) will expire on July 31, 2012. Additionally,
there is an unscheduled vacancy for one term ending July 31, 2014, as a result of John Dorteh's
resignation April 8, 2012. This item will initiate the process to fill these vacancies. City Council
declare vacancies on the Planning Commission, Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Commission, Arts Commission, and Open Space Preservation District Financial Accountability
and Audit Panel (FAAP), and approve the recruitment process.
ITEM 5
CONSENT CALENDAR
SUBMISSION OF T14E DRAFT 2012-2013 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDING ALLOCATION
RECOMMENDATIONS
The City of Santa Clarita receives CDBG Entitlement funds annually from the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development and is required to submit an Annual Action Plan. City.
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Council approve the Draft 2012-2015 Amnual Action Plan (Annual Plan) and the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding recommendations contained therein, and authorize
the City Manager or designee to execute all required documents, subject to approval of the City
Attorney.
Addressing the Council on this item were DaAnne Smith ol'Single Mothers Outreach, Linda
Alexander-Lieblang of the SCV Senior Center, and Denise Forney of Carousel Ranch.
ITEM 6
CONSENT CALENDAR
DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS - OLD TOWN NEWHALL, PROJECT F2008- AWARD
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
The project will allow for the demolition of three existing buildings located in Old Town
Newhall, located on property owned by the City.
Councilmember Weste recused herself from participating on this item due to the proximity of her
property to the subject area.
Addressing the Council on this item were Alan Ferdman and Cam Noltemeyer.
In response to questions, Ken Pulskamp provided information.
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar commented regarding the land value.
In response to a question from Councihnember Boydston regarding demolition of properties,
Ken Pulskamp, Curtis Nay, Assistant City Engineer, and Joe Montes provided information.
Motion by Kellar, second by McLean, to approve project specifications and award
the construction contract for the demolition of buildings in Old Town Newhall,
Project F2008, to C cC R Demolition Industries, Inc., in the amount of $37,500, and
authorize a contingency in the amount of 57,500; appropriate 535,000 from Public
Facilities Replacement Fund (723) to Expenditure Account F2008723-5161.001 and
transfer $25,000 from Expenditure Account P3012723-5161.001 to Expenditure
Account F2008723-5161.001; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute
all documents, subject to Cite Attorney approval.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Kellar, Boydston, McLean, Ferry
Noes: None
Recused: Weste
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 7
' CONSENT CALENDAR
ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
This required procedural matter orders, approves, and sets the Public Hearing for the annual levy
of the Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas, Landscape Maintenance Districts, Street Light
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Maintenance District, Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District, and Tourism
Marketing District (TMD). City Council adopt Resolution Nos. 12-13, 12-15, 12-17, and 12-19
initiating -proceedings for the levy and collection of assessments for Fiscal Year 2012/13 for the
Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas, Landscape Maintenance Districts, Streetlight Maintenance
District, and the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District; adopt the annual report
for the Tourism Marketing District (TMD) and a resolution of intent to continue a business
improvement area in the City of Santa Clarita to be designated as the Tourism Marketing District
and setting a time and a place of a hearing to consider the establishment of such area; and adopt
Resolution Nos. 12-14, 12-16, 12-18, 12-20, and 12-21 declaring the City's intention to levy
assessments and preliminarily approving Engineer's Reports for the Special Districts; and set a
Public Hearing for May 22, 2012.
Addressing the Council on this item were Alan Ferdman and Cam Noltemeyer.
Councilmember Boydston commented that he wanted to see justifications in each district for the
increases.
City Manager Ken Pulskamp responded that staff would provide the requested information to
Council, that the public would benefit from the area enhancements, and that the process is both
legal and ethical.
ITEM 8
CONSENT CALENDAR
ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION DISTRICT
Consideration and adoption of resolutions associated with the annual process of ordering,
approving, and setting the public hearing on the annual levy of the Open Space Preservation
District is required by the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972. City Council adopt Resolution
No. 12-22 initiating proceedings for the levy and collection of assessments within the Open
Space Preservation District for Fiscal Year 2012/13; and adopt Resolution No. 12-23 declaring
the City's intention to levy assessments and preliminarily approve an Engineer's Report in
connection with the Open Space Preservation District for Fiscal Year 2012/13, and set a Public
]-Tearing for May 22, 2012.
Addressing the Council on this item were Cam Noltemeyer and Alan Ferdman, representing the
Canyon Country Advisory Committee.
Councilmember Ferry commented regarding votes on assessment districts.
Councilmember Boydston commented regarding the method of Prop 18 assessments.
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar commented that this assessment is computed differently than the previous
Prop 18 assessment.
Mayor McLean commented regarding the possible cap on an open space assessment and in
response City Manager Pulskamp provided information. '
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ITEM 9
' CONSENT CALENDAR
APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBER BOYDSTON TO SERVE AS A MEMBER OF
THE_ SANTA CLARITA BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
On April 19, 2012, Mayor Ender submitted her resignation from the Santa Clarita Board of
Library Trustees. To fill this vacancy, it would be appropriate for the City Council to consider
and adopt a resolution appointing Councithnember Boydston to the Board of Library'frustees for
a vacancy expiring June 30, 2013. City Council adopt Resolution No. 12-24 appointing
Councilmember Boydston to the Santa Claiita Board of Library Trustees for a vacancy expiring
June 30, 2013.
Councilmember Boydston requested that an item be added to the next Council meeting agenda to
discuss appointing citizens to the Library Board in lieu of Councilmembers; Council did not
concur.
Mayor Ferry discussed changes to the Library Board as proposed by Councilmember Boydston.
Councilmember McLean discussed the transfer of the County Library to City ownership.
Mayor Pro Tem Kellar requested that an item be added to a Council meeting agenda in the next
few months to discuss appointing citizens to the Library Board in lieu of Councilmembers;
Council concurred.
ITEM 10
CONSENT CALENDAR
AWARD CONTRACT FOR TRASH MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL CLEANING
SERVICES OF BUS STOPS
Award contract to Great Cleaning Service, Inc for the trash maintenance and general cleaning
service of bus stops. City Council award a contract to Great Cleaning Service; Inc. for the trash
maintenance and general cleaning services of bus stops, Bid No. TR -11-12-23, in the amount of
$71,927, and authorize a contingency of 10% of the award, or $7,193, for a total of $79,120. ;
Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contract documents, or modify the award
in the even that issues of impossibility of performance arise, subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 11
CONSENT CALENDAR
AWARD CONTRACT FOR BID NUMBER LMD-I 1-12-30, FOR LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE SERVICES IN LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT ZONE 18
TOWN CENTER / TOURNEY AND T-1 CITYSCAPES
City staff facilitated a competitive bid process to secure new landscape maintenance service
contracts for Landscape Maintenance Districts No. 18 (Town Center/Tourney) and T -I
(Cityscapes). Through this process, staff has determined Oakridge's bid to be lowest and
responsive, and as such recommends award of contract by the City Council. City Council award
a contract to Oakridge Landscape, Inc. for landscape maintenance services to Landscape
Maintenance District (LMD) Zones 18 (Town Center/Tourney) and T-1 (Cityscapes) in the
annual amount of $122,880, plus a 20 percent contingency of $24,576, fora two-year contract it
the amount not to exceed $294,912; Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all
contracts and associated documents, or modify- the awards in the event issues of impossibility of
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performance arise, and execute up to three (3) annual renewal options not to exceed the annual
bid amounts plus Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustments, contingent upon the appropriation of
finds by the City Council in the annual budget for such fiscal Year, and execute all documents
subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 12
CONSENT CALENDAR
SANTA CLARITA PUBLIC LIBRARY REVISED INTERNET USE AND SAFETY POLICY
The Santa Clarita Public Library Internet Use Policy was originally adopted by the Board of
Library Trustees in May of 2011 in compliance with the Children's Internet Protection Act to
prevent minors from accessing harmful materials. Santa Clarita Library Board of Trustees
approve revised Santa Clarita Public Library Internet Use and Safety Policy.
ITEM 13
CONSENT CALENDAR
TRANSFER TITLE OF TWO RETIRED SURPLUS BUSES TO ANTELOPE VALLEY
TRANSIT AUTHORITY
in August 2010, Santa Clarita Transit took delivery of four new 2010 commuter buses and
retired four 1998 buses that had reached the end of their useful life. Of the four retired buses,
two are maintained as contingency vehicles, and two are considered surplus. The Antelope
Valley Transit Authority (AVIA) has requested that the City of Santa Clarita donate the two
surplus vehicles to their agency. City Council authorize the City Manager to transfer ownership
of two (2) retired and surplus commuter buses to the Antelope Valley Transit Authority.
Councilmember McLean inquired regarding use of the buses if not transferred in this fashion and
Deputy City Manager Darren Hernandez clarified the benefit to the commuters.
ITEM 14
CONSENT CALENDAR
CHECK REGISTER NO.7
Approval of the Check Register. City Council approves and ratify for payment the demands
presented in Check Register No. 7.
Motion by Kellar, second by McLean, to approve the consent calendar pulling Item
Nos. 3, 5, 7, and 8 for discussion, and Item 6 for a separate vote.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: Weste, Kellar, Boydston, McLean, Ferry
Noes: None
Absent: None
Motion carried.
RECESS AND RECONVENE
Mayor ferry recessed the meeting at 8:10 p.m. and reconvened at 8:20 p.m.
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ITEM 15
PUBLIC HEARING
CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPT AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A
FPANCI-IISE AGREEMENT TO CRIMSON CALIFORNIA PIPELINE, L.P.
Mayor Ferry opened the public hearing.
City Clerk Sarah Gorman stated that all notices required by law have been provided.
Addressing the Council on this item was Cam Noltemeyer.
Mayor Ferry closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Boydston inquired of Eduardo Ferrer PE, Director of Engineering, Crimson
California Pipeline LP, and City Attorney Joe Montes regarding the specifics of the franchise
agreement including the term of the contract, insurance requirements, what can be transported in
the pipeline, and the litigation regarding a previous spill in Wilmington.
City Attorney Joe Montes clarified the probable process by the utility to condemn the rights
needed should the City not approve a franchise agreement with the same probable outcome to
use the pipeline at a consequence to the City.
In response to a question from Councilmember McLean, Mr. Ferrer provided information about
safety regulations for the pipeline and stated that Crimson would discuss the possibility of raising
insurance limits for the agreement.
Mayor Ferry discussed pipelines and risk scenarios. Mr. Ferrer provided further information on
the topic.
Councilmembers Weste and McLean discussed insurance levels.
City Manager Ken Pulskanip suggested that Council approve the recommended action
contingent upon the City's ability to get coverage from Crimson that is equal to or exceeds the
insurance coverage previously provided by Shell.
Councilmember Boydston commented that he had worked with Joe Montes before the meeting to
resolve questions on the insurance issue; commented that he understands that the City runs on oil
but that lie wishes to seek protection for City citizens; and commented that he wants
investigations into criminal allegations against Crimson in the South Bay.
Motion by Kellar, second by Weste, to conduct the Public Hearing and reintroduce an
Ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING A FRANCHISE TO CONSTRUCT
AND USE AN OIL PIPELINE TO CRIMSON CALIFORNIA PIPELINE, L.P.";
appropriate revenue in the amount of 515,000 to Franchise Fee Revenue Account No.
100-4012.001 contingent upon the City's ability to get coverage from Crimson that is
equal to or exceeds the insurance coverage previously provided by Shell.
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On roll call vote:
Ayes: Kellar, McLean, Weste, Ferry
Noes: Boydston
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 16
NEW BUSINESS
MAYOR ROTATION SYSTEM
Councilmelnber Boydston presented that historically, Council has selected its mayor and mayor
pro tempore in December each year. When the Council incorporated in 1987, the City Council
adopted a policy of rotating the mayor on an armual basis to coincide with the City's birthday on
December 15 and expanded on reasons lie would like to see it moved to the second meeting in
April each year, including that in his opinion the City is in violation of GC 36801.
City Attorney Montes and City Manager Pulskamp provided clarification to Councilmembe•
Boydston and Mayor Pro Tem Kellar regarding the current system and the City's compliance
with Government Code 36801.
Addressing the Council on this item were Alan Ferdman and Berta Gonzalez -Harper.
One written comment was received.
Mayor Ferry commented on the current process for choosing the mayor and that there is no '
rotation policy but a majority of three Counciltnembers choose a new mayor.
Motion by Kellar, second by Weste to continue with mayor transition in December
and in addition add a ratification of the current mayor and mayor pro tem agenda
item at the same meeting in April when the election results are certified.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: McLean, Weste, Kellar, Ferry
Noes: Boydston
Absent: None
Motion carried.
ITEM 17
NEW BUSINESS
CHANGE FORMAT OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND COUNCILMEMBER
COMMENTS AT COUNCIL MEETINGS
Mayor Ferry advised that currently, the public participation portion of a Council meeting occurs
after all agenda items are heard. During this portion of the meeting, members of the public may
speak on any topic. Additionally, Councilmember comments are heard after any presentations to
the City and before the consent calendar.
Addressing the Council on this item were Berta Gonzalez -Harper, Cam Noltemeyer, Alan
Ferdman, representing the Canyon Country Advisory Committee, and Ray Kutylo, representing
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Mayor Pro Tem Kellar and Councilmernber McLean commented regarding the proposed
recommended action and stated that the City Manager comments and COrincilnenlber comments
Should follow Public Participation.
Councihmember Boydston inquired of the City Attorney a point of clarification regarding when
councihmembers could comment and inquired whether there is a current policy allowing citizens
to pool their time.
Motion by McLean, second by Kellar, to approve the proposal by Mayor Ferry to
move public participation to the beginning of Council meetings with a 30 -minute
time limit (ten speakers at three minutes each), with the remainder of public
participation to occur after all agenda items are heard; that speakers can only speak
once per meeting under public participation; that when appropriate the City
Manager and staff will comment following public participation at either or both
places on the agenda; and that public participation will occur following awards and
recognitions and any presentations to the City and after all agenda items are heard
if there are any remaining speakers that did not get heard during the 30 -minute
time limit.
On roll call vote:
Ayes: McLean, Weste, Kellar, Boydston, Ferry
Noes: None.
Absent; None.
Motion carried.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council was Philip Letzo regarding public safety and Joseph Jasik regarding a
Newhall mural.
Councilnember Boydston requested that Roberts Rules of Order be placed on the next agenda
for adoption. Council did not concur. Mayor Ferry suggested a meeting with City Manager
Pulskamp, Mayor Ferry, and Councilmember Boydston to go over current Norms and Procedures
and to schedule a possible future Policy and Norms session with all five councilmembers.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ferry adjourned the meeting at 9:50 p.m. in memory of Dean Lalley.
FUTURE MEETINGS
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at 6:00 p.m.
in the Council Chamber, 1st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd Santa Clarita, CA.
MAYOR
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