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
May 24, 2023
A. CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION
The Adelanto City Council held the Regular Meeting on Wednesday, May 24, 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 5:30 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 Reyes, 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. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL − EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9(d)(1). (Two cases)
a. Gabriel Elliot v. City of Adelanto, et al. (San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVDS1828311)
b. Cynthia Herrera v. City of Adelanto, et al. (San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVDS 1901478)
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 54954.5 (B) AND 54956.8:
Property: 11600 Air Expressway, Adelanto, CA (APNs 045922104, 13 City Council Minutes
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Agency Negotiators: Jessie Flores, City Manager; Paloma McEvoy, City Attorney; and Kristopher Daams, Assistant City Attorney Negotiating Parties: Luis Salinas, Assistant Facilities Manager, State Assembly
Under Negotiation: Price, terms, and conditions of potential Negotiating Parties: Luis Salinas, Assistant Facilities Manager, State Assembly
Under Negotiation: Price, terms, and conditions of potential lease of office space.
The City Attorney announced the closed session items.
E. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 5:33 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 5:33 p.m..
F. CONVENE INTO CLOSED SESSION
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Meza to convene into closed session at 5:34 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 7:001p.m.
Council Members present: Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes.
Invocation: Council Member Meza
Flag Salute: Mayor Pro Tem Ramos
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3 H. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
The City Attorney stated direction was given no final action was taken.
I. CITY MANAGERS ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORT
City Manager Flores spoke about the electric vehicle charging stations project. He spoke about various projects throughout the city. He announced a new grant for $250,000 and the funds will be used to construct new sidewalks at the intersection of Jonathan and Bartlett.
J. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
Council Member Meza spoke about little league all stars happening. He spoke about the Mega Vibes Event.
Council Member Uptergrove congratulated all the graduates. She spoke about the arts program through the Art Museum and a gospel feast at the stadium on Sunday the 28th. She announced the first farmers market this weekend from 10am - 1pm.
Council Member Jeannette spoke about meetings she attended. She mentioned an event at the stadium with many churches from the high desert.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos gave Magda Vibes a shout out. He spoke about the vaccination clinic. He gave a shout out to the public works. He thanked those that came out to represent the water coalition.
Mayor Reyes spoke about the Latino community showing up and the need to provide translation services.
K. PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation by Dr. Jeff Otstriker and Paul Ogburn, Special Forces Green Beret regarding the medical benefits of Psilocybin.
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Mayor Reyes reconvened the meeting at 7:59 p.m.
Stella, a Spanish speaker, spoke about the water coalition.
Tina requested an update on the burnt buildings within the city. She spoke about the homeless encampments on Bartlett. She spoke about after storm cleanup that needs to be done. She requested the city host a spay and neuter clinic.
Pastor Young thanked the council for what they are doing.
A Spanish speaker spoke about the water coalition. She asked for a location to host meetings so that all can attend.
Mr. Ramsey thanked the council for doing a good job. He spoke about the drug issues within the community that are affecting the youth. He would like to grow his program to help the youth.
Mr. Camargo spoke about supporting the “End the 22” that is about losing Veterans everyday.
Stevonna spoke about the need for translation for those that need it. She spoke about the event at the stadium. She asked for an update on the community center.
Laura Villa spoke about the graffiti problem.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 8:26 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 warrant numbers: 148712, 148714, 148730, and invoice #7554396 being pulled by Uptergrove, warrant #148764 being pulled by Jeannette for discussion.
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. Approve Resolution No’s 23-36. 23-38, and 23-39 related to the Levy and Collections of Assessments for the Adelanto Streetlight Maintenance Assessment District No. 1 for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (FY 2023/2-24)
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5 RESOLUTION NO. 23-37
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ADELANTO, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, FOR
THE PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF THE ENGINEER’S ANNUAL
LEVY REPORT REGARDING THE ADELANTO STREETLIGHT
MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 01; AND THE LEVY
AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED
THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
AND
RESOLUTION NO. 23-38
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO,
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS
INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED
TO THE ADELANTO STREETLIGHT MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT NO. 01, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
AND
RESOLUTION NO. 23-39
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ADELANTO, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA,
INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ADELANTO STREETLIGHT
MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 01, FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2023-2024, AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF AN
ENGINEER’S REPORT IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
3. Approve Resolution No’s 23-40, 23-41 and 23-42 related to the Levy and Collections of Assessment for the Adelanto Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (FY 2023/2024).
RESOLUTION NO. 23-40
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ADELANTO, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA,
FOR THE PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF THE ENGINEER’S
ANNUAL REPORT REGARDING THE ADELANTO
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO.
01; AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR
2023-2024
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RESOLUTION NO. 23-41
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ADELANTO, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT
ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED TO THE ADELANTO
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO.
01, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
AND
RESOLUTION NO. 23-42
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ADELANTO, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA,
INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ADELANTO LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 01, FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2023-2024, AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF AN
ENGINEER’S REPORT IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
4. Adopt Resolution No. 23-43 and Appoint a Delegate and two Alternate's to sit on the ICRMA Board.
RESOLUTION NO.23-43
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ADELANTO FULFILLING ITS OBLIGATION AS A MEMBER OF
THE INDEPENDENT CITIES RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
(ICRMA) TO APPOINT A VOTING DELEGATE TO THE ICRMA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS, AND ELECTING TO APPOINT
ALTERNATES TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS IN ORDER TO
ENSURE CONSISTENT ATTENDANCE.
5. Resolution No. 23-45 finding Emergency and Ratifying Construction Contract Award to High Desert Undergrounding Inc. For Emergency Water Line Realignment work at Auburn Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-45
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY PURSUANT TO SECTION 20168 AND 22050 OF THE PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE AND RATIFYING THE AWARD OF CONTRACT WITH HIGH DESERT UNDERGROUNDING, INC. FOR EMERGENCY WATER
LINE REALIGNMENT WORK
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7 6. Approval of Warrant:
a. Approval of City of Adelanto Warrant, 22/23-11-02 - 148625 through148802 in the total amount $1,953,965.52.
b. Approval of City of Adelanto EFT No.1845 through 1926 in the total amount of $284,287.00
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 Meza 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.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
O. NEW BUSINESS
1. NEW BUSINESS – REPORT OF ORGANIZATIONS POTENTIALLY ELIGIBLE FOR FIREWORKS STANDS. (CHRISTIAN)
RECOMMENDATION: Request the Council to approve and determine eligibility for organizations potentially eligible for Fireworks Stands.
Christian presented the staff report.
Discussion ensued.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 8:49 p.m.
Camargo spoke about the council doing more beyond what the requirement is. He spoke about the requirements for the cleanup.
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8 Mr. Ramsey spoke about the item.
Jeannette spoke as a citizen on behalf of seniors.
Stevonna spoke about Jeannette needing to recuse herself from this item. She spoke about this being a good reset and it allows other spots available for new organizations to have an opportunity.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 9:04 p.m.
Council Member Jeannete recused herself from the item.
Further discussion ensued.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Uptergrove to approve and determine eligibility for organizations potentially eligible for Fireworks Stands.
Motion carried 4-1 (Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes, Jeannette recused herself).
2. CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CITY TO
LEASE CITY HALL OFFICE SPACE TO ASSEMBLY RULES COMMITTEE (OFFICE OF
ASSEMBLYMAN JUAN CARRILLO) (CITY ATTORNEY)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council approve and adopt Resolution No. 23-44, authorizing the City to enter into a lease with the Assembly Rules Committee, California State Assembly, for the City to rent office space located at Adelanto City Hall for use by the Office of Assemblyman Juan Carrillo (39th Assembly District).
RESOLUTION NO. 23-44
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO ENTER INTO OFFICE SPACE
LEASE WITH ASSEMBLY RULES COMMITTEE, CALIFORNIA STATE
ASSEMBLY.
City Attorney Chris presented the staff report.
Further discussion ensued.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 9:26 p.m.
Stevevonna shared that she thinks this is amazing.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 9:27 p.m.
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9 MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos Council Member Jeannette to approve and adopt Resolution No. 23-44, authorizing the City to enter into a lease with the Assembly Rules Committee, California State Assembly, for the City to rent office space located at Adelanto City Hall for use by the Office of Assemblyman Juan Carrillo (39th Assembly District).
Reverse Roll Call:
Reyes: Yes
Ramos: Yes
Jeannette: Abstain
Uptergrove: No
Meza: Yes
Motion carried 3-1-1 (J Meza, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes, Uptergrove voting no, and Jeannette abstaining).
3. FISCAL YEAR 2022/2023 Budget Report. (ANGEL/DERIK)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council: (1) receive and file this report and all its attachments; (2) adopt Resolution No. 23-28 approving the recommendations and associated budget adjustments contained in Attachment A and Attachment B.
It is recommended that the Adelanto Public Utility Authority Board: (1) receive and file this report and all its attachments; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 23-01 approving the recommendations and associated budget adjustments contained in Attachment C.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-28
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, COUNTY OF
SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE MUNICIPAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 AND
RESOLUTION NO. 23-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ADELANTO PUBLIC
UTILITY AUTHORITY AMENDING THE BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE AUTHORITY BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023
Mayor Reyes broke for a 5 minute recess.
Mayor Reyes reconvened the meeting.
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10 Senior Accountant Despain presented the staff report.
Discussion ensued regarding the budget.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos extend the meeting beyond 10:00 p.m.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 10:02 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 10:02 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Commissioner Meza to receive and file this report and all its attachments; (2) adopt Resolution No. 23-28 approving the recommendations and associated budget adjustments contained in Attachment A and Attachment B and (1) receive and file this report and all its attachments; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 23-01 approving the recommendations and associated budget adjustments contained in Attachment C.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
4. DISCUSSION ITEM – MOVIES IN THE PARK
RECOMMENDATION: Council to provide staff with direction for upcoming movies in the park.
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos wants to start Movies in the Park June 16th to celebrate Father’s Day. He shared he thinks vendors should be present and check the fund to see if the city can provide drinks, popcorn, snacks, etc.
The Council agreed to keep it once a month and keep the movies on a Friday night.
The Council agreed on the following dates and Staff will decide on locations for the ones not listed.
June 16th at Richardson Park
July 28th
August 25th
September 29th
October 30th at the stadium if possible.
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11 P. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
Warrant #s 148712, 148714, 148730, and invoice #7554396 being pulled by Uptergrove, warrant #148764 being pulled by Jeannette for discussion.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to approve the pulled items from the consent calendar.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
Q. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos requested the scholarship committee be brought back to the agenda.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Mayor Reyes to approve the above request.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos requested to start reaching out to universities to contract for education and training for employees.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Mayor Reyes to approve the above request.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos requested to start looking into the vacant seat in the IAH Committee.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Mayor Reyes to approve the above request.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
Mayor Pro Tem Ramos requested to look into the HomeKey Grant.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Mayor Reyes to approve the above request.
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12 Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
Mayor Reyes requested an update with the water coalition, Bartlett project and other projects within the city.
R. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
None.
S. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on June 14, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded by Council Member Meza to a 10:22 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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