1 MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE ADELANTO CITY COUNCIL,
ADELANTO PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY,
ADELANTO COMMUNITY BENEFIT CORPORATION,
AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD
February 9, 2022
A. CALL TO ORDER – REGULAR MEETING
The Adelanto City Council held the Regular Meeting on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, via teleconference 1-415-655-0001 - conference code 146 275 0870 of the Governmental Center located at 11600 Air Expressway, Adelanto, California. Mayor Reyes called to order the regular closed session at 7:06 p.m.
Council Members present: Evans, Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, and Mayor Reyes.
Invocation: Council Member Jones
Flag Salute: Council Member Ramos
B. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
Council Member Jeannette requested the code enforcement report be added to the next agenda due to the technical issues. She announced that on February 18th there will be a tour for the possible future apartment complex that will be built in the city; the tour will take place at a complex in Hesperia.
Mayor Reyes spoke about solar within the city and a possible future presentation.
C. CITY MANAGERS ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORT
City Manager Flores spoke about the meetings he attended. He spoke about home construction growth that coincides with the new jobs that are available within the city. He spoke about city maintenance that is taking place throughout the City. He spoke about a new storm water catch basin within the city. He provided an update on Marconi Park.
D. PRESENTATIONS
None.
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
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Lee- spoke about black history month and the need to get approval for the Racism is a Public Health Crisis.
Diana Esmeralda- spoke about the apartments having services that the other residents within the city won’t have access to. She spoke about the need for more than one grocery store and other items within the city to accommodate this apartment complex. She shared some other concerns she has with the council members.
Mayor Reyes closed public communications at 7:24 p.m.
F. CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION APPROVING THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to approve the consent calendar as presented.
1. Waiver of Full Reading of Ordinances. Proposed action to waive full reading (except title) of all ordinances appearing on this City Council agenda as authorized by Government Code Section 36934, unless otherwise directed by the City Council.
2. Receive and File Burrtec 4th Quarter 2021- Commercial and Residential Report.
3. Receive and File Burrtec Monthly Commercial and Residential Report- December 2021.
4. Consideration and approval of a 30-day resolution regarding the conduct of teleconferenced meetings of the City Council and other City Bodies under the modified rules set forth under Government Code Section 54953(e) and other applicable provisions AB 361.
RESOLUTION NO. 22-06
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO,
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, PROCLAIMING A LOCAL
EMERGENCY, RATIFYING THE PROCLAMATION OF A STATE OF
EMERGENCY BY GOVERNOR NEWSOM ON MARCH 4, 2020, AND
AUTHORIZING REMOTE TELECONFERENCE MEETINGS OF THE CITY
COUNCIL, CITY BOARDS, AND ALL COMMISSIONS OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, FOR THE PERIOD FROM FEBRUARY 9, 2022 THROUGH
MARCH 11, 2022 PURSUANT TO BROWN ACT PROVISIONS
5. Receive and File Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Prevention Administrative Policy and Procedures.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ADELANTO, CALIFORNIA ESTABLISHING
ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY #401, SEXUAL HARASSMENT
AND DISCRIMINATION PREVENTION POLICY AND
COMPLAINT PROCEDURES
6. Approval of Warrant:
a. Approval of City of Adelanto Warrant, 21/22-06-01- 146262 through 146483 in the total amount of $4,035,424.14.
b. Approval of City of Adelanto EFT, 21/22-06-01-1561 through 1563 in the total amount of $8,686.81.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: Yes except item #4 is a no.
Jeannette: Yes
Jones: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 4-1 (Evans, Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes, Evans voting no on item #4).
G. PUBLIC HEARING
1. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY’S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 (ANGEL & DERIK)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council: (1) open the public hearing and take public testimony; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 22-05 authorizing the City’s CDBG Program for Fiscal Year 2022-23.
RESOLUTION NO. 22-05
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO,
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE
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FISCAL YEAR 2022-23
Finance Director Castellanos presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 7:34 p.m.
Diana Esmeralda- shared she would like to see residents involved more with the decision of where the money should be going.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 7:37 p.m.
Council Member Evans shared that the council has previously asked for citizens to apply for committees and citizens didn’t apply to fill those committees. She wanted to make sure that everyone knows that there has been effort from the council.
Council Member Jeannette spoke about Adelanto Rd taking precedence over other streets that are used more often. Angel provided an explanation.
Further discussion ensued regarding the project that included who can apply, where the money is going, and additional information.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Evans, seconded by none to table until the next meeting.
Motion fails with no second.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Jeannette to adopt Resolution No. 22-05 authorizing the City’s CDBG Program for Fiscal Year 2022-23.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: No
Jeannette: Yes
Jones: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 4-1 (Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes, Evans voting no).
H. ADELANTO PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY - NEW BUSINESS
1. RECOMMEND AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT FACILITIES PLAN. (ANGEL)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends City Council award the Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Plan contract to Stantec Consulting Services Inc. in the amount of $97,195 and 59 City Council Minutes
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Finance Director Castellanos presented the staff report.
A representative from Stantec presented a PowerPoint presentation.
Discussion ensued regarding rating the plant and the project.
Dave-from PERC Water shared his thoughts on the process.
Further discussion ensued.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Evans to award the Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Plan contract to Stantec Consulting Services Inc. in the amount of $97,195 and determine the project is categorically exempt from environmental review per Section 15301 of state guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: Yes
Jeannette: Yes
Jones: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
I. NEW BUSINESS
1. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT NO.1 TO THE PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH IDEATE CALIFORNIA TO EXPAND THE SCOPE OF SERVICES, EXTEND THE CONTRACT TERM SIX MONTHS (JULY 16, 2022), INCREASE COMPENSATION AND LIMIT REIMBURSEMENT FOR EXPENSES. (JESSIE)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Consultant Services Agreement with IDEATE California to extend Section 3.1.2 Term on the attached Agreement for six (6) months with an increased compensation not-to-exceed Forty-Five Thousand Dollars ($45,000). Consultant will expand the scope of services to include development of an Energy Master Plan, maintenance and expansion of the infrastructure including a water treatment plant, and develop an Urban Forestry Master Plan. Consultant’s total compensation excludes authorized reimbursements.
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Mayor Reyes shared that staff meets with Edison once a month to ensure there is communication and projects are being given the power needed.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 9:07 p.m.
Magda- said it is good work and hopes that it continues moving forward to provide power.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 9:09 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Jones to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Consultant Services Agreement with IDEATE California to extend Section 3.1.2 Term on the attached Agreement for six (6) months with an increased compensation not-to-exceed Forty-Five Thousand Dollars ($45,000). Consultant will expand the scope of services to include development of an Energy Master Plan, maintenance and expansion of the infrastructure including a water treatment plant, and develop an Urban Forestry Master Plan. Consultant’s total compensation excludes authorized reimbursements.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: Yes
Jeannette: Yes
Jones: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
2. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF CANNABIS SCHOLARSHIP FUND
PROVIDED THROUGH A PERCENTAGE OF TAXES COLLECTED FROM CANNABIS BUSINESSES. (CITY ATTORNEY)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council discuss and consider whether to establish scholarships, funded by a portion of general tax revenue under City Code 3.60.020, for graduating high school students within the City of Adelanto to assist in their pursuit of a post-secondary education.
RESOLUTION NO. 22-08
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ADELANTO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A CANNABIS
SCHOLARSHIP FUND PROVIDED THROUGH A PORTION OF THE
GENERAL TAX REVENUE FROM CANNABIS-RELATED
BUSINESSES OPERATING IN THE CITY
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Discussion ensued regarding specifics of the item.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 9:33 p.m.
Lee- spoke in favor of the item.
Miguel Soto- spoke about the specifics of the item also.
Magda- spoke in favor of the item also.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 9:43 p.m.
Further discussion ensued regarding the item.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Evans to adopt Resolution No. 22-08 to establish scholarships, funded by a portion of general tax revenue under City Code
3.60.020, for graduating high school students within the City of Adelanto to assist in their pursuit of a post-secondary education.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: Yes
Jeannette: Yes
Jones: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
3. RECOMMEND AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE JONATHAN STREET, AUBURN AVENUE AND BARCELONA AVENUE WATER MAIN IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. (BRIAN)
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends City Council approve an award of contract for the Jonathan Street, Auburn Avenue and Barcelona Avenue Water Main Improvement Project, and determine the project is categorically exempt from further environmental review in accordance with Section 15301 of the state guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act.
Staff recommends City Council award the contract to High Desert Underground in the amount of $655,996.14 plus contingency spending to complete the project.
Contracted Engineer Wolfe presented the staff report.
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Magda- spoke about filtering the water. She spoke about doing it right the first time.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 10:07 p.m.
Further discussion ensued regarding the item.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Jeannette, seconded by Council Member Evans to approve an award of contract for the Jonathan Street, Auburn Avenue and Barcelona Avenue Water Main Improvement Project, and determine the project is categorically exempt from further environmental review in accordance with Section 15301 of the state guidelines implementing the California Environmental Quality Act and award the contract to High Desert Underground in the amount of $655,996.14 plus contingency spending to complete the project.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: Yes
Jeannette: Yes
Jones: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
4. PARCEL MAP 20141 FINAL ACCEPTANCE. (BRIAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends City Council receive and accept Parcel Map 20141 as submitted and authorize the Mayor to sign the Acceptance Certificate for Parcel Map 20141 on behalf of City Council.
Contracted Engineer Wolfe presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 10:19 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 10:19 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Jones to receive and accept Parcel Map 20141 as submitted and authorize the Mayor to sign the Acceptance Certificate for Parcel Map 20141 on behalf of City Council.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: Yes
Jeannette: Yes
Jones: Yes
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Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
5. ACCEPT FINAL SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN FOR THREE SCHOOLS. (BRIAN) RECOMMENDATION: City Council accept the attached Safe Routes to School Plan (SRTS) for Three Schools.
Contracted Engineer Wolfe presented the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos opened public comment at 10:31 p.m.
Magda- spoke in support of the item and thanked everyone for this project.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos closed public comment at 10:35 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Evans to accept the attached Safe Routes to School Plan (SRTS) for Three Schools.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: Yes
Jeannette: Yes
Jones: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
6. COUNCIL MEMBERS REQUEST FOR PER DIEM FOR VARIOUS MEETINGS (COUNCIL DISCUSSION)
RECOMMENDATION: For discussion, direction and feedback.
City Clerk Lopez presented the staff report.
Discussion ensued regarding the item.
Council requested the Greater High Desert, Hispanic, Black, NAACP, and Korean chambers be checked for cost of being members.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 10:49 p.m.
Magda- spoke in favor of the item.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 10:51 p.m.
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FOR CITY VEHICLES (COUNCIL DISCUSSION)
RECOMMENDATION: For discussion, direction and feedback.
City Clerk Lopez presented the staff report.
Discussion ensued regarding the item and having individual PIN numbers issued.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 11:00 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 11:00 p.m.
Council gave direction to staff to prepare a document and bring back to council with the procedures.
J. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
K. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Evans asked for a report for all of the contracts that the City Manager has initiated under his $30,000 allowance. She asked for a discussion item regarding the weekly city updates.
She also asked for a presentation on how to handle landlords that are not maintaining the properties they are renting.
Jeannette requested for the code enforcement reports.
L. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
None.
M. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on February 23, 2022, at 7:00 pm.
There being no further business the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:04 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Jones to adjourn the meeting.
Roll Call Vote:
Evans: Yes
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Jones: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Reyes: Yes
Motion carried 5-0 (Evans, Jeannette, Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes). _________________________
Gabriel Reyes, Mayor
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Brenda Lopez, City Clerk
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