Apple Valley Town Council
MINUTES
May 27, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
Council Chamber
Members Present: Mayor Scott Nassif
Mayor Pro Tern Curt Emick
Council Member Art Bishop
Council Member Larry Cusack
Council Member Kari Leon
1. Call to Order
Mayor Nassif called to order the regular session of the Apple Valley Town Council at 6:30 p.m.
2. Opening Ceremonies
2.1 Invocation
President Marc Lacey from Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Apple Valley
2.2 Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Leon.
2.3 Presentations
3. Public Comments
Eric Schmidt, Government Affairs Officer, Church of Latter-Day Saints Apple Valley Stake, commented on the work of Mormon Missionaries throughout the community.
Ted Bohanon, Apple Valley, commented on statements made at the last Town Council meeting regarding meeting attendance by various members of the public.
Marcy Taylor, representing various historical organizations, commented on their booth at the county fair, and also upcoming events in the high desert.
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Chuck Walgenbach, Apple Valley, apologized for comments made at the last meeting in which it was perceived that he was making disparaging remarks against law enforcement. He explained his concerns.
Michelle Olayo, expressed concern regarding the intake of cats at the animal shelter.
Kerry Henard, Apple Valley, commented on issues surrounding the Town of Apple Valley.
William Furmage, Apple Valley, advocated for a bike lane path from Sonic Drive Thru to the Tractor Supply Store. He also spoke about the difficulty riding along Bear Valley Road.
Shari Kidwell, commented on comments made at the last meeting regarding attendance at the meetings. She spoke of her desire to attend meetings after hearing of issues surrounding the Apple Valley Animal Shelter.
4. Councilmember Committee/Commission/Community Participation Councilnnembers to make brief reports on their participation on committees, boards, and commissions on the Town's behalf since the last meeting.
Councilnnennbers may also make brief reports on their community participation.
No formal action will be taken.
Council Member Cusack commented on committee meetings and events that he attended.
Council Member Bishop commented on committee meetings and events that he attended.
Council Member Leon commented on committee meetings and events that she attended.
Mayor Pro Tem Emick commented on committee meetings and events that he attended.
Mayor Nassif commented on committee meetings and events that he attended.
5. Town Council Announcements
5.1 Suggested items for next Agenda
Council Member Leon expressed concern regarding animal hoarding. She believed Title 15 of the municipal code should be revisited to address this issue.
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Mayor Nassif commented on road repair and the pavement management system. He would like a report on the pavement management system that includes where the funding comes from for priority repair, how roads get prioritized and how we can assist with improvements. He also requested a update report on Code Enforcement priority list and a report on the legalities of truck and street vendors in the Town.
5.2 Time, Date & Place for Next Town Council Regular or Special Meeting A. Regular Meeting - June 10, 2025 - Council Chambers Regular Session at 6:30pm
6. Town Council Consent Agenda
Orlando Acevedo, Assistant Town Manager, commented on a change to Agenda Item 6.4. He explained that due to a correction on sales tax (to account for the Town's new rate), the agenda item quote should be adjusted from 104,858.88 to 105,295.54 (difference of $436.66) to account for the new tax rate.
Council Member Cusack has a remote interest in specific warrants on tonight's Commercial Warrants dealing with Apple Valley Communications or AVCOM Services for the Town of Apple Valley as the owner of these businesses.
Therefore, he will be recusing from voting on the warrants for Apple Valley Communications and AVCOM Services listed under Agenda Item Number 6.2. In addition, due to his interest in these businesses, Council Member Cusack will be recusing from voting on specific warrants listed under Agenda Item Number 6.2 because these entities are considered sources of income to his businesses. A list of business entities for Council Member Cusack is maintained on file in the Town Clerk's Office and available for review at the dais.
Council Member Cusack confirmed that he would be recusing from voting on these warrants.
Shari Kidwell, commented on Agenda Item 6.5. She expressed concern regarding the money spent on the Singh Center when the building was free.
Kerry Henard, Apple Valley, believed cameras should be installed around town hall to help clean up the community.
Motion by: Council Member Bishop
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tern Emick
To approve the Consent Calendar items numbered 6.1 to 6.4 as amended. 3 TC Minutes May 27, 2025
Yes (5): Mayor Nassif, Mayor Pro Tern Emick, Council Member Bishop, Council Member Cusack, and Council Member Leon
Carried (5 to 0)
6.1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES
That the Town Council approve the subject minutes as part of the consent agenda.
6.2 APRIL 2025 COMMERCIAL WARRANTS AND WIRE TRANSFER
SCHEDULES
That the Town Council receive, ratify, and file the Commercial Warrants and Wire Transfer Schedules as presented.
6.3 APRIL 2025 PAYROLL/BENEFITS WARRANTS SCHEDULE
That the Town Council receive, ratify and file the payroll/benefits warrants as presented.
6.4 PURCHASE OF ADDITIONAL VERKADA SECURITY CAMERAS,
ACCESS CONTROL AND IMPLEMENTATION SERVICES FOR THE
SINGH CENTER
That Council authorize the purchase of additional security cameras, access control system and implementation services for the Town's existing Verkada solution at the Singh Center for the Arts, from Matrix Audio Visual Designs, Inc. in the amount of $104,858.88, and authorize the Town Manager or designee to execute appropriate agreements and documentation.
7. Public Hearings
8. Business of the Council
8.1 INTERSECTION CONTROL EVALUATION (ICE)
A. Approve recommendations of Kimley Horn's Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) for a Roundabout at the intersection of Yucca Loma Road and Rincon Road.
B. Direct staff to provide for approval an addendum to Kimley Horn and Associates' current contract for the design of the Yucca Loma Road widening project to include the design and specifications for the Roundabout at Yucca Loma Road and Rincon Road.
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Richard Pedersen, Town Engineer, presented the staff report as filed with the Town Clerk.
Sean Houck, Kimley-Horn, presented a power point presentation on the Intersection Control Evaluation for roundabouts.
The Town Council asked questions regarding the design of the proposed roundabouts.
Shari Kidwell, commented on the traffic circles in the City of Long Beach.
She believes they are dangerous and expressed concern over their use in the community.
Kane Koltonuik, Apple Valley, explained that he lived near the area and he feels that traffic through that intersection moves smoothly. He didn't believe a change was needed.
Discussion ensued regarding movement through a roundabout versus a four way stop sign for regular traffic and emergency personnel.
Motion by: Mayor Pro Tern Emick
Seconded by: Council Member Leon
A. Approve recommendations of Kimley Horn's Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) for a Roundabout at the intersection of Yucca Lorna Road and Rincon Road.
B. Direct staff to provide for approval an addendum to Kimley Horn and Associates' current contract for the design of the Yucca Loma Road widening project to include the design and specifications for the Roundabout at Yucca Loma Road and Rincon Road.
Yes (5): Mayor Nassif, Mayor Pro Tern Emick, Council Member Bishop, Council Member Cusack, and Council Member Leon
Carried (5 to 0)
8.2 AWARD A GOODS AND SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR PURCHASE OF
THE VETERAN'S MONUMENT AT CAPTAIN JOSEPH MCCONNELL
JR. USAF PARK
Award a Goods and Services Agreement to Monument Warehouse, LLC. for the Apple Valley Veterans Monument subject to "Approval as to Form" by the Town Attorney and "Approval as to Content" by the Town Manager. 5 TC Minutes May 27, 2025
Debbie Rivera, Director of Parks and Recreation, presented the staff report as filed with the Town Clerk.
Motion by: Council Member Bishop
Seconded by: Council Member Leon
Award a Goods and Services Agreement to Monument Warehouse, LLC. for the Apple Valley Veterans Monument subject to "Approval as to Form" by the Town Attorney and "Approval as to Content" by the Town Manager.
Yes (5): Mayor Nassif, Mayor Pro Tern Emick, Council Member Bishop, Council Member Cusack, and Council Member Leon
Carried (5 to 01
8.3 PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO PERSONNEL POLICIES AND
PROCEDURES MANUAL AND DIRECTION ON COMPENSATION
ADJUSTMENT OPTIONS
That the Town Council approve the proposed amendments to the Town's Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual and provide direction on how best to address salary inequities and implement structural changes to employee compensation based on recent findings.
Kristine Shoup, Human Resources Manager, presented the staff report as filed with the Town Clerk.
Discussion ensued regarding the amendments and adjustment options.
Mayor Nassif recommended that salary adjustments to address the inequities be made over a period of three years. The first adjustment would be for a total of 6% and the next two adjustments would be divided equally over the next two years.
Motion by: Council Member Leon
Seconded by: Council Member Cusack
That the Town Council approve the proposed amendments to the Town's Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual and that the salary inequities be adjusted over a period of three years. The first adjustment would be for a total of 6% and the next two adjustments would be divided equally over the next two years.
Yes (5): Mayor Nassif, Mayor Pro Tem Emick, Council Member Bishop, Council Member Cusack, and Council Member Leon
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Carried (5 to 01
9. Reports. Requests and Communications
10. Town Manaqer's Comments & Leqislative Update
Orlando Acevedo, Assistant Town Manager, commented on activities and upcoming events in the Town of Apple Valley.
11. Closed Session
None.
12. Adjournment
To adjourn the meeting of the Apple Valley Town Council at 9:16 p.m.
Carried
Scott Nassif, Mayor
La ',(Qtada- -Pearson, Town Clerk
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