1 MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE ADELANTO CITY COUNCIL,
ADELANTO PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY,
ADELANTO PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY,
THE ADELANTO COMMUNITY BENEFIT CORPORATION,
AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD
February 22, 2023
A. CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION
The Adelanto City Council held the Regular Meeting on Wednesday February 22, 2023, 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 6:03 p.m.
Council Members present: Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, and Mayor Reyes.
B. DELETIONS/ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
None.
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Jeannette to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
D. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING LIABILITY CLAIMS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.95 (Claimant: Andrew Monroy; Agency Claimed Against: City of Adelanto).
City Attorney Marc Tran announced the closed session items.
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos opened public comment at 6:03 p.m.
Diana Esmeralda spoke about closed session items needing to be in the agenda because the people 34 City Council Minutes
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2 of the state have the right to know.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos closed public comment at 6:07 p.m.
F. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Uptergrove to convene into closed session at 6:05 p.m..
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
G. CALL TO ORDER - REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Reyes called to order the regular meeting at 7:01 p.m.
Council Members present: Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes.
Invocation: Council Member Meza
Flag Salute: Mayor Pro Tem Ramos
H. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Marc Tran stated a settlement agreement was approved and will be reported at the subsequent meeting.
I. CITY MANAGERS ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORT
City Manager Flores spoke about the trip to Sacramento. He spoke about various projects.
J. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
Council Member Meza spoke about Little League Opening Day March 18th. He thanked the city manager, mayor and mayor pro tem for going up north.
Council Member Uptergrove spoke about her excitement for the repairs that are happening within the city. She shared she spoke with some individuals that are interested in developing Adelanto.
Council Member Jeannette spoke about various meetings she attended. 35 City Council Minutes
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3 Mayor Pro Tem Ramos spoke about his trip to Sacramento.
Mayor Reyes spoke about the trip to Sacramento. He spoke about various meetings he attended.
K. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of Proclamation recognizing Black History Month.
Terrance Stone from the Black Chamber of Commerce received the Proclamation.
L. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 7:19 p.m.
Coach Isaiah thanked Meza for the prayers for the Queenz.
Justified spoke about events in the High Desert. He wants to unite communities. He has partnered with New Leaf Ministries.
Mr. Brown spoke about the Boys & Girls Club discussion a year ago. He shared that someone felt there should be something different and he feels he is being harassed because he doesn’t agree with that person. He asked when the city is going to be in compliance with their requirements. He stated he feels he is being targeted by people and it’s sad for the seniors and youth that are utilizing the facility.
Heather spoke about the VVAPL contract and livestock issues. She spoke about a community garden.
Roosevelt spoke with a compliance lady to talk about compliance in diversity with jobs in the cannabis industry.
Magda shared that the American Legion on March 11th will be hosting cornbeef and cabbage dinner. She spoke about cooking for seniors.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 7:36 p.m.
M. 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 with item #4 being removed by Jeannette for discussion. 36 City Council Minutes
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4 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 Business License Report.
3. Recommend Approval of Amendments and Revised Memoranda to 2021 and 2022 Encroachment Permit Agreements with Solar Generators Baldy Mesa Solar LLC and Silver Peak Energy, LLC, of the AES Corporation, for the Baldy Mesa solar project site and the Silver Peak Solar Project Site.
4. REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION) Consideration and Adoption of a Resolution No. 23-12 revising Resolution No. 10-57, Establishing Rules, Guidelines, and Procedures for City Council Meetings
RESOLUTION NO. 23-12
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, CALIFORNIA, REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 10-57, ESTABLISHING
RULES OF DECORUM, MEETING GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES
5. Approval of Warrant:
a. Approval of City of Adelanto Warrant, 22/23-07-02- 148208 through 148346 in the total amount of $ 3,354,290.67.
b. Approval of City of Adelanto EFT No. Warrant, 22/23-07-02- 1761 through 1804 in the total amount of $ 446,041.22.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
N. ADELANTO PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION APPROVING THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Jeannette 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 Water Department Report.
3. Receive and File Sewer Department Report.
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5 Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
O. PUBLIC HEARING
1. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY’S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24. (ANGEL/DERIK)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council: (1) open the public hearing and take public testimony; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 23-10 authorizing the City’s CDBG Program for Fiscal Year 2023-24.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CITY’S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 Senior Accountant Despain presented the staff report.
The applicants were available for questions.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 7:51.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 7:52
Further discussion ensued.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Jeannette to open the public hearing and take public testimony; and adopt Resolution No. 23-10 authorizing the City’s CDBG Program for Fiscal Year 2023-24.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
P. NEW BUSINESS
1. TELECONFERENCE MEETINGS AFTER TERMINATION OF CALIFORNIA
EMERGENCY DECLARATION
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6 RECOMMENDATION: The City Council is requested to: 1) Receive and file a presentation on the teleconference requirements under AB 2449; and 2) Establish a policy that the first two members of the Council, commission, or standing committee, to notify the City Manager or City Clerk of a teleconference participation request, will be granted teleconference meeting privileges under either Traditional Brown Act or AB 2449.
City Attorney Vasquez presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 8:10 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 8:10 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Jeannette to Receive and file a presentation on the teleconference requirements under AB 2449; and 2) Establish a policy that the first two members of the Council, commission, or standing committee, to notify the City Manager or City Clerk of a teleconference participation request, will be granted teleconference meeting privileges under either Traditional Brown Act or AB 2449.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
2. APPROVE RESOLUTION 23-11 AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A NEW SKIP
LOADER FOR USE ON CITY STREETS AND RIGHTS OF WAY AND AMEND THE 2023-24 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET ACCORDINGLY. (ANGEL/DERIK)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that Council approve Resolution 23-11 authorizing the purchase of a new Skip Loader for use on The City of Adelanto’s (“The City”) Streets and Rights of Way and amend the 2023-24 Fiscal Year budget accordingly.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-11
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, COUNTY OF
SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A NEW SKIP LOADER FOR USE ON THE CITY OF ADELANTO’S STREETS AND RIGHTS OF WAY AND AMENDING THE 2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET ACCORDINGLY Senior Accountant Despain presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 8:15 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 8:15 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to approve Resolution 23-11 authorizing the purchase of a new Skip Loader for use on The City of Adelanto’s (“The City”) Streets and Rights of Way and amend the 2023-24 Fiscal Year budget accordingly.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes). 39 City Council Minutes
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7 Q. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
4. Consideration and Adoption of a Resolution No. 23-12 revising Resolution No. 10-57, Establishing Rules, Guidelines, and Procedures for City Council Meetings RESOLUTION NO. 23-12
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, CALIFORNIA, REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 10-57, ESTABLISHING
RULES OF DECORUM, MEETING GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES
There was discussion amongst the Council.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to approve item #4 as presented.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes)
R. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Meza spoke about a light at Air Expressway and 395 that is facing the wrong direction. City Manager Flores advised it was fixed but got turned with the wind.
Council Member Uptergrove shared that she was sad that the council opened up the Ad Hoc committees and the city only received 3 total applications. She stated if there is no participation then she would consider removing the Ad Hoc committees due to participation.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Uptergrove, seconded by Council Member Meza to disband the Ad Hoc committees.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes)
Council Member Jeannette spoke about having the code enforcement reports available. City Attorney Flores stated they come out quarterly.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos thanked the American Legion for the Valentine’s Dinner. He spoke about the community garden and he has a gentleman that he will be introducing to the City Manager to help get the garden going. He thanked Fathers and Hip Hop for showing up. 40 City Council Minutes
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8 Mayor Reyes spoke about the need for council to get to DC quickly because of some applications that are opening up and require that council meets with those staffers. He spoke about ICSC and the need for the city to get back out there and try and get some growth.
S. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
None.
R. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on March 8, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded by Council Member Jeannette to adjourn the meeting at 8:29 p.m.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
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Gabriel Reyes, Mayor
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Brenda Lopez, City Clerk
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MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR
OF THE ADELANTO CITY COUNCIL,
ADELANTO PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY,
ADELANTO PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY,
THE ADELANTO COMMUNITY BENEFIT CORPORATION,
AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD
March 8, 2023
A. CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION
The Adelanto City Council held the Regular Meeting on Wednesday March 8, 2023, 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 6:02 p.m.
Council Members present: Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, and Mayor Pro Tem Ramos.
Absent: Mayor Reyes
B. DELETIONS/ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
None.
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Jeannette to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion carried 4-1 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos voting yes and Mayor Reyes voting noted as absent).
D. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9, SUBDIVISIONS (D)(2) AND (E)(1) (one potential matter)
City Attorney Marc Tran announced the closed session items. 42