MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALABASAS, CALIFORNIA HELD WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Mayor Maurer called the Closed Session to order at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom Teleconferencing.
1. Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Gov't Code § 54956.8)
Property Address: 27040 Malibu Hills Rd., Calabasas, CA 91301 Agency Negotiator: Kindon Meik, City Manager
Negotiating Party: City of Agoura Hills
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
2. Conference with Legal Counsel; Existing Litigation ( Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Case Names: THNC Canyon Oaks LLC v. City of Calabasas, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 21 STCP01819; related to Building Industry Association of Southern California v. City of Calabasas, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 21STCP02726
Present: Mayor Maurer, Mayor pro Tem Shapiro, Councilmembers Bozajian, Kraut and Weintraub
Absent: None
Mayor Maurer called the Open Session to order at 7:12 p.m. via Zoom Teleconferencing.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Maurer, Mayor pro Tem Shapiro, Councilmembers Bozajian, Kraut and Weintraub
Absent: None
Staff: Green, Hernandez, Meik, Mendoza and Summers
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Charlotte Meyer.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Weintraub moved, seconded by Mayor pro Tem Shapiro to approve the agenda. MOTION CARRIED 5/0 by Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Mayor Maurer, Mayor pro Tem Shapiro, Councilmembers Bozajian, Kraut and Weintraub
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mr. Summers reported that the City Council met in Closed Session prior to this meeting with no reportable actions. The Closed Session will resume after tonight's meeting.
PRESENTATIONS
To Charlotte Meyer for her work on the Senior Center's TECH Help Program Carol Washburn and Lois Julien recognized Ms. Meyer's accomplishments and thanked her for her service.
The City Council congratulated Ms. Meyer for her contributions to the City. Ms.
Meyer expressed appreciation for the recognition.
Roza Besser and Monica Parmar spoke on this presentation.
Sheriff's Crime Report — July 2022
Deputy De Matteo presented the report.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/INTRODUCTIONS
Members of the Council made the following announcements:
Councilmember Bozajian
The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing is now accepting applications for their Docent Program. More information available on the City's website.
Councilmember Weintraub
Extended an invitation to the annual Flu Clinic at Founders Hall on October 1 and to the MYC Young Voter Night at Senior Center on September 20.
Mayor pro Tem Shapiro
Was disappointed to share that the Regal Edwards Theatre has closed.
Extended an invitation to the Calabasas Film Festival, which begins on September 21.
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Reported that Councilmembers Weintraub, Kraut and he attended the Homecoming opening game. Additionally, he congratulated the CHS Coyotes for bringing the coveted Cup home.
Councilmember Kraut
Extended an invitation to the annual Homeless Connect Day at the Malibu Courthouse on September 22.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — PUBLIC COMMENT
Brian Cameron spoke during public comment.
CONSENT
1. Approval of August 24, 2022 minutes
2. Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-1814, reaffirming and extending the existence of a local state of emergency due to the Novel Corona Virus Covid- 19 pandemic
3. Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-1813, authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings of the Calabasas City Council and City Commissions pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(e)
4. Recommendation to approve a Professional Services Agreement ( PSA) with ECS Imaging, Inc. for Laserfiche Cloud licensing and support of the City's Enterprise Content Management System ( ECMS); migration of City Council and Commission agenda packets; and conversion of Microfiche permit records for an amount not to exceed $ 130,000
5. Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-1815, approving the Public Agencies Post - Employment Benefits Trust administered by Public Agency Retirement Services ( PARS)
6. Investment report for the quarter ending June 30, 2021; September 30, 2021; December 31, 2021; March 30, 2022; and June 30, 2022
7. Authorization to approve and add Amendment No. 2 for additional funding in the amount of $ 30,000 to the Professional Services Agreement with Illini Companies, Inc. DBA Commercial Aquatics, Inc.
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8. Authorization to approve and add Amendment No. 1 for additional funding in the amount of $ 10,000 to the Professional Services Agreement with The Sauce Creative Services Corp.
9. Authorization to approve and add Amendment No. 1 for additional funding in the amount of $ 25,000 to the Professional Services Agreement with the A Rental Connection
10. Recommendation to establish the Calabasas Community Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit public benefit corporation ( 501 ( c) 3)
11. Recommendation to approve a Professional Services Agreement with MNS Engineers, Inc. for Mulholland Highway improvements design in an amount not exceed $ 564,150
Mayor pro Tem Shapiro moved, seconded by Councilmember Kraut to approve Consent Item Nos. 1-11. MOTION CARRIED 5/0 by Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Mayor Maurer, Mayor pro Tem Shapiro, Councilmembers Bozajian, Kraut and Weintraub
CONTINUED BUSINESS
12. Recommendation to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with Unlimited Play, Inc.; a Professional Services Agreement with PlayPower Little Tikes Farmington, Inc. not - to - exceed $ 1,500,000, utilization of Sourcewell; and funding to replace playground equipment at Brandon's Village/Gates Canyon Park
Ms. Green and Mr. Manka presented the report.
John Suwara spoke on Item 12.
After discussion Councilmember Weintraub moved, seconded by Councilmember Bozajian to approve a Professional Services Agreement with PlayPower Little Tikes Farmington; a Memorandum of Understanding with Unlimited Play, Inc; authorize the City Manager to execute agreement amendments within Council approved budget amounts including the authority to authorize the associated payments and purchases in accordance with the terms of the agreement subject to approval of the City Attorney; a play structure not - to - exceed $ 1,000,000 and utilization of Sourcewell. MOTION CARRIED 4/1 by Roll Call Vote as follows:
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AYES: Mayor Maurer, Mayor pro Tem Shapiro, Councilmembers Bozajian and Weintraub
NOES: Councilmember Kraut
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
13. Check Register for the period of August 13 - August 25, 2022 No action taken on this item.
TASK FORCE REPORTS
Councilmember Kraut reported that Mayor pro Tem Shapiro, Councilmember Bozajian, City Manager Mr. Meik, Ms. Hernandez and he attended the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo.
Councilmember Bozajian reiterated Councilmember Kraut's report.
Mayor Maurer reported she attended the CPA monthly meeting.
Mayor pro Tem Shapiro reported he attended various SCAG, CHD and Regional Council meetings. He also attended an event for the Valley Economic Alliance as well as the Local Officeholders Luncheon hosted by VICA.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Mr. Meik reported that staff has been working with Dean Kubani and Walker Wells to finalize the Climate Action Plan contract amendment. Additionally, he reported that the City may receive additional funding for the Las Virgenes Creek Restoration.
FUTURE INFORMATION/AGENDA ITEMS
Councilmember Weintraub asked when the County Charter amendment regarding the Sheriff would be on the agenda. Mr. Meik confirmed the item would be scheduled for the September 28 Council meeting.
Councilmember Bozajian requested a discussion regarding the LVUSD bond Measure S, which will be on the November 8, 2022, election ballot.
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 8:28 p.m. 5 09142022
Mayor Maurer called the Closed Session to order at 8:30 p.m. via Zoom Teleconferencing.
Present: Mayor Maurer, Mayor pro Tem Maurer, Councilmembers Kraut, Shapiro and Weintraub
1. Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Gov't Code § 54956.8)
Property Address: 27040 Malibu Hills Rd., Calabasas, CA 91301 Agency Negotiator: Kindon Meik, City Manager
Negotiating Party: City of Agoura Hills
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
2. Conference with Legal Counsel; Existing Litigation ( Gov. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Case Names: THNC Canyon Oaks LLC v. City of Calabasas, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 21 STCP01819; related to Building Industry Association of Southern California v. City of Calabasas, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 21STCP02726
Mr. Summers reported that Item Nos. 1 and 2 were continued. Council provided direction; however, there were no reportable actions.
ADJOURN
The City Council adjourned at 9:00 p.m. to a regular meeting on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.
M ricela Hernandez, City Clerk
Master Municipal Clerk
California Professional Municipal Clerk
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