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
June 14, 2023
A. CALL TO ORDER – REGULAR MEETING
The Adelanto City Council held the Regular Meeting on Wednesday, June 14, 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 session at 7:01 p.m.
Council Members present: Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, and Mayor Reyes.
Invocation: Council Member Jeannette
Flag Salute: Mayor Pro Tem Ramos
B. DELETIONS/ADDITIONS TO AGENDA
City Manager Flores requested K1 in New Business to be moved to the beginning of the agenda and then move into the Consent Calendar.
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to approve the agenda as presented with the above modifications.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
D. CITY MANAGERS ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
City Manager Flores provided an update on the water line on Auburn Avenue as part of the ongoing improvements. He stated the paving will continue next week that includes Auburn Avenue between 395 and Adelanto, Jonathan between Barcelona and Auburn, and Permain between Vintage and Chamberlin Way.
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2 E. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
Council Member Meza spoke about the Farmers Market. He announced that the Warriors Football and Flag Football still have openings.
Council Member Jeannette announced the Sheriff’s Department is hosting a breakfast burrito sale for $10. She spoke about Leo Collins at the American Legion who wants to invite everyone to karaoke every Friday night and Bingo every Saturday night. She attended the Council for Aging meeting.
Mayor Reyes spoke about attending the AQMD meeting. He thanked Sheriff Dicus, Lutz and the County Supervisor. He shared he has had several meetings with a few developers who want to come into the city. He announced the movies in the park this Friday at Richardson Park.
F. PRESENTATIONS
None.
G. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 7:21 p.m.
Magda reported there is a sofa that has been left in the area of Palmdale and Verbena. She stated there is also a box with a rock on it in the area of Valle and Verbena. She spoke about the mileage requirement is a bit much for the clean up requirement. She spoke about Juan Carrillo not being in favor of Veterans and only supports the illegal immigrants.
Heather spoke about the Pet AD HOC committee. She shared that the VVAPL shut down in Hesperia and is not taking any intakes. She thanked everyone for the movies in the park that are taking place in the city.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 7:25 p.m.
H. 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.
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3 2. Receive and file Business License Division Report Period Ending May 31, 2023.
3. Approval of Bond release for bonds posted by the developer for Vista Manzanita, Tract 16356.
4. Approve Resolution No. 23-53 authorizing submission of a claim to the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) for Transportation Development Act Article 3 funds for Jonathan Street / Chamberlaine Way Transit Stop Improvements project.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-53
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ADELANTO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING
SUBMITTAL OF A CLAIM TO THE SAN BERNARDINO
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR
TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT ARTICLE 3 FUNDS
FOR JONATHAN STREET / CHAMBERLAINE WAY TRANSIT
STOP IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
I. PUBLIC HEARING
1. PUBLIC HEARING - OPEN A PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVE RESOLUTION 23-47 AND 23-48 RELATED TO THE LEVY AND COLLECTIONS OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ADELANTO STREETLIGHT MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 (FY 2023/2024).(ANGEL/DERIK)
RECOMMENDATION: Open a Public Hearing and approve Resolutions 23-47 and 23-48 as presented related to the levy and collections of assessments for the Adelanto Streetlight Maintenance Assessment District No. 1 for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (FY 2022/2023).
RESOLUTION NO. 23-47
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO,
CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS
RELATED TO THE ADELANTO STREETLIGHT MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 01, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024.
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4 RESOLUTION NO. 23-48
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR THE ADELANTO STREETLIGHT MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 01, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024.
Senior Accountant Despain presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 7:24 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 7:24 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to Open a Public Hearing and approve Resolutions 23-47 and 23-48 as presented related to the levy and collections of assessments for the Adelanto Streetlight Maintenance Assessment District No. 1 for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (FY 2022/2023).
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
2. PUBLIC HEARING - OPEN A PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVE RESOLUTIONS 23-49 AND 23 50 RELATED TO THE LEVY AND COLLECTIONS OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ADELANTO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 (FY 2023/2024). (ANGEL/DERIK)
RECOMMENDATION: OPEN A PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVE RESOLUTIONS 23-49 AND 23-50 RELATED TO THE LEVY AND COLLECTIONS OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ADELANTO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 (FY 2023/2024).
RESOLUTION NO. 23-49
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR THE ADELANTO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 01, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-50
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, CALIFORNIA,
ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS RELATED TO THE ADELANTO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 01, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024.
Senior Accountant Despain presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 7:36 p.m.
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5 Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 7:36 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Jeannette, seconded by Mayor Reyes to open a public hearing and approve resolutions 23-49 and 23-50 related to the levy and collections of assessments for the adelanto landscape maintenance assessment district no. 1 for the fiscal year 2023-2024 (fy 2023/2024).
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
J. SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD - NEW BUSINESS
1. CONSIDERATION OF FINDING THAT CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11613 BARTLETT AVENUE, ADELANTO, CA (APN 0459-182-02 AND APN 0459-182-23)
CONSTITUTES EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND UNDER THE SURPLUS LANDS ACT PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54221 (f)(1)(D)(ANGEL/DERIK) RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Adelanto, making findings and declaring 11613 Bartlett Avenue, Adelanto, CA (APN 0459-182-02 and APN 0459-182-23) exempt surplus land under the Surplus Lands Act pursuant to Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(D).
SUCCESSOR AGENCY RESOLUTION NO. 2023- 03
A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ADELANTO
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, MAKING FINDINGS AND DECLARING 11613 BARTLETT AVENUE, ADELANTO, CA (APNs 0459-182-02 and 0459-182-23) EXEMPT SURPLUS
LAND UNDER THE SURPLUS LANDS ACT PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54221(f)(1)(D)
Senior Accountant Despain presented the staff report.
Discussion ensued.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 7:40 p.m.
Magda asked about the title change and is there any money involved. The City Attorney provided an explanation.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 7:42 p.m.
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6 MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to adopt a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Adelanto, making findings and declaring 11613 Bartlett Avenue, Adelanto, CA (APN 0459-182-02 and APN 0459-182-23) exempt surplus land under the Surplus Lands Act pursuant to Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(D).
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
2. DECLARE CERTAIN AGENCY-OWNED LAND SURPLUS (APN 0459-113-20 AND APN 0459-133-25) AND AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO SEND NOTICES OF
AVAILABILITY AS TO THE SURPLUS LAND
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Adelanto, Declaring Certain Successor Agency Owned Real Property to be Surplus Pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code § 54220 et seq.).
SUCCESSOR AGENCY RESOLUTION NO. 2023-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO DECLARING
CERTAIN SUCCESSOR AGENCY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY TO BE
SURPLUS PURSUANT TO THE SURPLUS LAND ACT (GOV. CODE § 54220 ET SEQ.)
Senior Accountant Despain presented the staff report.
Further discussion ensued.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment.
Magda said this sounds great!
Mayor Reyes closed public comment 7:51 p.m..
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos, seconded by Council Member Jeannette to adopt a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Adelanto, Declaring Certain Successor Agency Owned Real Property to be Surplus Pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code § 54220 et seq.).
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
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7 K. NEW BUSINESS
1. AGREEMENT FOR PROVISION OF CITY AND CITY-AFFILIATED ENTITY
ATTORNEY SERVICES) (JESSIE/CITY ATTORNEY)
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Approve Resolution No. 23-51 approving the legal services agreement with Rutan& Tucker.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-51
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ADELANTO APPOINTING THE LAW FIRM
OF RUTAN & TUCKER LLP, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY
PARTNERSHIP AS CITY ATTORNEY PURSUANT TO SECTION
704(a) OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO MUNICIPAL CODE
City Manager Flores presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 7:29 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 7:29 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Council Member Meza to approve Resolution No. 23-51 approving the legal services agreement with Rutan& Tucker.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, RATIFYING THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT’S ORDINANCE NO. FPD 23-01. (ATTORNEY/BUILDING
OFFICIAL)
RECOMMENDATION:
a. Approve and adopt a resolution ratifying the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District’s Ordinance No. FPD 23-01.
b. Instruct the City Building Official to: (a) transmit, within fifteen (15) days of the Council’s ratification, a certified copy of the resolution to the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District (SBCFPD), and (b) file a copy of the resolution, along with the SBCFPD’s ratified Ordinance No. FPD 23-01, to the California Department of Housing and Community Development, so that the SBCFPD Ordinance No. FPD 23-01 will have full legal effect within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City of Adelanto. 34 City Council Minutes
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8 RESOLUTION NO. 23-52
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ADELANTO IN THE
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
RATIFYING THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY FIRE
PROTECTION DISTRICT’S ORDINANCE NO. FPD 23-01
ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO THE 2022 CALIFORNIA FIRE
CODE
Assistant Fire Marshall Curtis presented the staff report.
Mayor Reyes opened public comment at 7:59 p.m.
Mayor Reyes closed public comment at 7:59 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to approve and adopt a resolution ratifying the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District’s Ordinance No. FPD 23- 01 and instruct the City Building Official to: (a) transmit, within fifteen (15) days of the Council’s ratification, a certified copy of the resolution to the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District (SBCFPD), and (b) file a copy of the resolution, along with the SBCFPD’s ratified Ordinance No.
FPD 23-01, to the California Department of Housing and Community Development, so that the SBCFPD Ordinance No. FPD 23-01 will have full legal effect within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City of Adelanto.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
L. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
None.
M. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Meza asked for updates on the apartments on Verbena, hotels and restaurants on Air ExpressWay, and the Mojave Project. He asked about moving the drumming to Wednesday instead of Thursday.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Meza, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos to approve the above information.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
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9 Council Member Jeannette asked Jonathan and Crippin Park to be checked because the weeds are overgrown.
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Jeannette, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ramos check on the above park.
Motion carried 5-0 (Jeannette, Meza, Uptergrove, Mayor Pro Tem Ramos and Mayor Reyes voting yes).
Mayor Reyes asked for an update on the water program and any other projects. He asked for an update via an email. He asked for an update on the bids for the new signs. He asked the CIty Manager to direct staff to put out a bid for translating services.
N. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
None.
O. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on June 28, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Reyes seconded by Council Member Meza to at 8:01 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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