City Council Regular Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 7 June 4, 2024
LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting
June 4, 2024
6:30 p.m. – Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL – Mayor Jennings called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.
Mayor Kelly Jennings – Present
Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Oddo – Present
Council Member Ray Gennawey– Present
Council Member Gene Johns – Present
Council Member Stephanie Winstead – Present
CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION
There were no public comments.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION ITEM
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1)
Number of cases: 1
Case Name: Michelle R. Jackson, et al. v. City of Laguna Niguel Orange County Superior Court Case No.: TC24-5013
The City Council conducted Closed Session.
Mayor Jennings called the regular meeting back to order at 7:00 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Smith reported that there was no reportable action taken during Closed Session.
INVOCATION – David Cook, First Church of Christ, Scientist
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Girl Scout Cadette Troop #6488
PRESENTATIONS
1. Laguna Niguel Cares – Working Wardrobes
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The Council presented a proclamation to Bonnie Pomush, CEO of Working Wardrobes, commending Working Wardrobes’ commitment to serving the City’s residents and providing career readiness services to members of the community.
Mayor Jennings formally recognized the month of June as Pride Month, and as Caribbean American Heritage Month.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
OCEA representative Tim Steed spoke on Consent item number 5, Professional Services Agreement for Independent Auditing Services.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A MOTION was made by Council Member Johns , seconded by Council Member Winstead, to approve the Consent Calendar as presented.
Motion carried 5-0.
1. Warrants of June 4, 2024
Approved as written.
2. Payroll Summary Register
Approved as written.
3. Investment Report as of April 30, 2024
Receive and filed the City of Laguna Niguel Investment Report as of April 30, 2024.
4. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting on May 7th, 2024, Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting on May 14 th, 2024, and Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting on May 21st, 2024
Approved as written.
5. Award Professional Services Agreement for Independent Auditing Services with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
1. Awarded the Professional Services Agreement for Independent Auditing Services with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for Fiscal Years 2023- 2024, 2024-2025, and 2025-2026, subject to extension administratively for two additional one- year periods.
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with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, subject to the City Attorney making non- substantive changes.
6. Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-1475, Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2024-25 Funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
1. Approved the recommended list of projects for Fiscal Year 2024- 25 to be funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017; and,
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2024-1475, Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2024-25 Funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
7. Approval of Maintenance Services Agreement Amendments for Various Maintenance Services in Support of Public Works Department Functions
1. Approved Amendments to the subject Maintenance Services Agreements , to exercise an optional one-year term extension
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2. Approved the increase in the total annual not -to-exceed contract amount by three percent (3%) for Fiscal Year 2024- 25 on the Amendments to the Maintenance Services Agreements with Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc.; BPR, Inc.; Commercial Building Management Services, Inc.; Donald F. Holly and Son, Inc. dba Fullerton Electric Company; M. Brey Electric, Inc.; Otis Worldwide Corporation dba Otis Elevator Company; RTS Solutionz , Inc. dba Solutionz; Superior Property Services, Inc.; and Team One Management Services;
3. Approved the increase in the total annual not -to-exceed contract amount by $30,000 with Real Estate Consulting & Services , Inc. to accommodate additional maintenance needs at City-owned parks and playgrounds;
4. Approved the three percent (3%) price increases and the increases in the total annual not -to-exceed contract amounts by $30,000 on the Maintenance Services Agreements with Zimprich Engineering, Inc. and Jamey Clark, Inc. to accommodate additional m aintenance needs at City-owned facilities, and on the Maintenance Services Agreement with Jamey Clark, Inc. to accommodate additional maintenance needs at City-owned parks and playgrounds;
5. Approved the addition of a not-to-exceed 20% contingency of the total contract amount equal to $10,300 on Amendment No. 1 with Otis Worldwide Corporation dba Otis Elevator Company , for additional elevator repair and maintenance services and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to approve the additional work;
6. Approved the addition of a price escalation clause applicable to the remaining future option year extension in the Amendments to the Maintenance Services Agreements with Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc.; BPR, Inc.; Jamey Clark, Inc.; Otis Worldwide Corporation dba Otis Elevator Company; Real Estate DRAFT
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Consulting and Services, Inc.; RTS Solutionz, Inc. dba Solutionz; and Zimprich Engineering, Inc.;
7. Assigned all legal requirements on the Maintenance Services Agreement for Audio Visual Success Plan for the Crown Valley Community Center to RTS Solutionz, Inc. dba Solutionz as a result of their acquisition of Presentation Products, Inc. dba Spinitar; and,
8. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Maintenance Services Amendments, and future amendments to the agreements, subject to the City Attorney making non-substantive changes.
8. Adoption of Resolutions Calling, Ordering, and Giving Notice of the General Municipal Election and Requesting Consolidation with the County of Orange Statewide Election
1. Adopted Resolution No. 2024-1476, Calling, Ordering and Giving Notice of the General Municipal Election to be held on November 5, 2024, for the Election of one (1) member of the City Council from District 1, one (1) Member of the City Council from District 3, and one (1) Member of the City Council from District 5, each for a full term of four (4) years; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2024-1477, Requesting that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Orange Consolidate the City of Laguna Niguel’s General Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election to be held on November 5, 2024, pursuant to Elections Code Section 10403.
9. Approval of Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the County of Orange
1. Approved the Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the County of Orange; and,
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Agreement and future Amendments to the Agreement, subject to the City Attorney making non- substantive changes.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating and Capital Budget, and Approval of Updates to Fee Schedule for Community Development Services and Amending the Fee for Usage of Credit and Debit Cards
City Manager Letourneau introduced the item. Finance Director Agrelius and Public Works Director Scott both presented on the various elements of the proposed 2024-2025 Operating and Capital budget.
COUNCIL QUESTIONS
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In response to Mayor Pro Tem Oddo, City Manager Letourneau shared that the Public Works Department is working on an EV Charging Station fee study that will be presented to the City Council in late-summer/early-fall. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Oddo, Public Works Director Scott stated that the La Paz construction project is currently underway and on schedule, and that the City anticipates two-way traffic to be restored by in late- summer/early-fall.
Council Member Gennawey stated that all of his questions were answered at the budget workshop.
Mayor Jennings opened the Public Hearing.
There were no public comments.
Mayor Jennings closed the Public Hearing.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION
Mayor Pro Tem Oddo stated that the C ity is in strong fiscal shape and that this year’s budget is once again conservative, with the current year’s budget also expecting a surplus. She shared that the City’s property tax revenue is going up and has an estimated
5.7% growth and the City’s sales tax revenue has an estimated 0.5% growth. She also shared that the City has a balanced budget with a General Fun d Reserve revenue of $55.3 million dollars with $1.1 million dollars in reserves. Mayor Pro Tem Oddo shared that at the Budget Study Session she proposed funding the Serenity Road Median project this coming budget year because it is related to community safety. She added that the City Council agreed to review the project at the mid- year budget review and expressed her desire to get the project done sooner , if possible. Mayor Pro Tem Oddo shared that the City’s retirement costs are well funded at 88% for pension liabilities. She shared that she has worked with Congressman Mike Levin to bring federal dollars to Laguna Niguel.
Mayor Pro Tem Oddo commended Parks and Recreation Director Harmon for his work in revamping the Senior Wheels program. Mayor Pro Tem Oddo stated her support of the proposed budget.
Council Member Winstead thanked staff for their hard work on the budget. She shared that the Pavement Management Program saves costs through preventative maintenance prior to road failure. She stated her support of allocating $11.4 million dollars to the Infrastructure and Deferred Maintenance Reserves. Council Member Winstead stated her support of the proposed budget.
Council Member Johns thanked staff for their hard work on the budget and stated his support of the proposed budget. He thanked staff for their diligent work on the La Paz Road project.
Council Member Gennawey shared that he is proud to deliver a balanced budget that continues fully funding Public Safety Services. He discussed the City’s budget, emphasizing its focus on infrastructure, which he considers the City’s most valuable DRAFT
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asset. He also highlighted the City’s plans to use $3 million dollars from reserves for the remediation of La Paz Road next year. Council Member Gennawey praised the City's careful fiscal planning, contrasting it with other cities facing difficult budget challenges .
He credited the prudent use of American Rescue Plan funds for one- time expenditures, preventing ongoing financial burdens. He also mentioned the amendment of the City’s Investment Policy to increase flexibility, which was unanimously approved by the City's Investment Banking and Audit Committee. Council Member Gennawey thanked staff for their hard work on the budget and stated his support of the proposed budget.
Mayor Jennings thanked staff for their hard work on the budget and stated her support of the proposed budget.
A MOTION was made by Council Member Johns, seconded by Mayor Jennings to:
1. Adopt Resolution 2024-1478, Approving the City of Laguna Niguel Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget;
2. A dopt Resolution 2024-1479, Amending the Community Development Fee Schedule and Amend the Fee for the Use of City Credit/Debit Cards for Payments to the City, and Making a Finding of Exemption Under CEQA in Connection Therewith;
3. Adopt Resolution 2024-1480, Establishing the Appropriation Limit (Gann Limit) for the City of Laguna Niguel for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025;
4. Adopt Salary Resolution No. 2024- 1481, Relating to Updating Salary Ranges for Designated Classifications Included in the Orange County Employee Association (OCEA) Maintenance, Clerical and Technical Unit and the Middle Management, Professional and Supervisory Unit;
5. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-1482, Relating to Updating Compensation for Designated Unrepresented Executive and Management Employee Classifications; and,
6. Commit the Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 $1.1 million budget surplus to the Infrastructure Replacement and Deferred Maintenance Reserve.
Motion carried 5-0.
OTHER BUSINESS/COUNCIL REPORTS
1. Council Reports
Council Member Winstead shared that a member of the community had lost their life in a motorcycle accident and reminded residents to slow down and to observe traffic laws.
She shared that the Laguna Niguel Military Support Committee w ill be hosting a C are Package Drive on Saturday, June 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Albertsons.
Council Member Johns shared that he attended the Dana Hills High School Graduation Ceremony, the Memorial Day Service at Sea Country Senior and Community Center, the DRAFT
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ribbon cutting of YogaSix, and the Bike and Talk event at Crown Valley Community Center. He shared that on this day in 1919, the 19
th amendment was passed, granting
women the right to vote.
Council Member Gennawey shared that he attended the Memorial Day Service at Sea Country Senior and Community Center and the Aliso Niguel High School Graduation Ceremony. He encouraged all residents to attend the first Summer Concert on Friday, June 6
th at Crown Valley Park, the Sea Country Festival in August, and to ride the free Summer Trolley.
Mayor Jennings congratulated all graduates and wished them well in their future endeavors.
Mayor Pro Tem Oddo shared that she attended the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Conference. She shared that the Chet Holifield Federal Building auction opens on Wednesday, June 5
th and will remain open for two months. Mayor Pro
Tem Oddo encouraged residents to shop at The Hanger Boutique, which is the Working Wardrobes location in Laguna Niguel . She shared that the month of June is recognized as Gun Violence Awareness Month and Pride Month. Mayor Pro Tem Oddo congratulated all the graduates and shared that she attended the Dana Hills High School G raduation Ceremony.
2. City Manager/Department Reports
Chief of Police Services Isaac Flores provided a Police Services Quarterly Report.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Jennings adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 8:13 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Marissa J. Asistin, CMC, City Clerk
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LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting
June 18, 2024
7:00 p.m. – Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL – Mayor Jennings called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Kelly Jennings – Present
Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Oddo – Present
Council Member Ray Gennawey– Present
Council Member Gene Johns – Present
Council Member Stephanie Winstead – Absent
INVOCATION – Reverend Patrick Moses, St. Timothy Catholic Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Boy Scout Pack #700
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar Items No. 4 and 6 were pulled from the consent calendar.
A MOTION was made by Council Member Johns , seconded by Council Member Gennawey, to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar as presented.
Motion carried 4-0-1.
1. Warrants of June 18, 2024
Approved as written.
2. Payroll Summary Register
Approved as written.
3. Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-1483, Reaffirming and Extending the Existing Proclamation of Local Emergency in Connection with the Recent Earth Movement Under La Paz Road
Adopted Resolution No. 2024-1483, reaffirming and extending the proclamation of local emergency in connection with the recent earth movement under La Paz Road.
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5. Award of Maintenance Services Agreement to SCA of CA, LLC for Citywide Street Sweeping Services
1. Approved the Maintenance Services Agreement for Citywide Streets Sweeping Services with SCA of CA, LLC in the not -to-exceed amount of $347,174 per year for Fiscal Years 2024- 25 through 2025- 27, subject to extension administratively for two additional one-year periods;
2. Approved a not-to-exceed 20% contingency of the total contract in the amount of $69,435 per fiscal year for unforeseen conditions or extra work and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to approve additional work for a total not-to-exceed amount of $416,609 per fiscal year, if needed; and,
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement and future amendments to the Maintenance Services Agreement with SCA of CA, LLC subject to the City Attorney making non-substantive changes.
ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
4. Amendment No. 1 to the Franchise Agreement for Municipal Solid Waste Collection Between the City of Laguna Niguel and CR&R Incorporated
Mayor Pro Tem Oddo shared that shredding events are back and she thanked staff for their work to get senior citizens a 10% discount.
Council Member Johns expressed his support for the senior citizen 10% discount.
Council Member Gennawey shared his support of the item.
A MOTION was made by Council Member Gennawey, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Oddo to:
Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for the Collection, Transportation, Processing and Diversion of Recyclable Materials, Food Scraps, Yard Trimmings, Wood, Construction and Demolition Debris and Other Materials and for the Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Municipal Solid Waste Between the City of Laguna Niguel and CR&R Incorporated.
Motion carried 4-0-1.
6. Orange County Transportation Authority OC Go (Measure M2) Eligibility Package Submittal
Mayor Pro Tem Oddo stated that the Measure M2 funding the City receives helps fix roads in Laguna Niguel, among other infrastructure improvements. She stated that the City has received $6.5 million dollars in Measure M2 funding in the last 5 years.
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A MOTION was made by Mayor Pro Tem Oddo, seconded by Council Member Johns to:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-1484, adopting a Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2024- 25 through 2030- 31 for compliance with the Measure M2 eligibility requirements;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2024- 1485, concerning the status and update of the Pavement Management Plan for the City of Laguna Niguel; and,
3. Direct staff to submit the City’s OC Go (Measure M2) Eligibility Package to the Orange County Transportation Authority prior to June 28, 2024.
Motion carried 4-0-1.
OTHER BUSINESS/COUNCIL REPORTS
1. Council Reports
Council Member Johns shared that he participated in a ride along with the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District around the City. He shared that he attended the first Summer Concert on Friday, June 7
th and encouraged residents to attend.
Council Member Gennawey shared that he attended a Knights of Columbus meeting at St. Timothy’s Church and that St. Timothy’s Church had distributed more than $75,000 to many local organizations . In addition, he welcomed the new Aliso Niguel High School Principal, Dr. Manoj Mahindracar.
Mayor Pro Tem Oddo shared information regarding her meeting with the CalOptima CEO and statistics on the number of Laguna Niguel residents enrolled in Medicaid. She also reported that CalOptima will be holding a health fair in the City in the future. . She shared that the Transportation Corridor Authority (TCA) received two awards at the 35 th California
Transportation Foundation Awards in Sacramento. Mayor Pro Tem Oddo spoke on Transportation Corridor Authority’s Cattle Grazing Program at Live Oak Plaza. She shared that she attended a tour of Chiquita Canyon with Transportation Corridor Authority, shared a video of the tours, and encouraged residents to sign up for a tour.
Mayor Jennings shared that she attended the first S ummer Concert on Friday, June 7 th
and encouraged residents to attend the next concert on Friday, June 21st at 6:30 p.m. at Crown Valley Park Community Amphitheater.
2. City Manager/Department Reports
Division Chief Baryic Hunter provided an Orange County Fire Authority Quarterly Report.
Assistant City Manager Martin shared that the City has recently entered into a partnership with the ‘Recycle F rom Home’ program which is a new California redemption value recycling program that provides residential pickup services in Laguna Niguel. He shared DRAFT
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that Laguna Niguel residents can visit www. recyclefromhome.com, the C ity website, or follow the City’s social media channels for more information.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Jennings adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:25 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Marissa J. Asistin, CMC, City Clerk
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LAGUNA NIGUEL CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting – Study Session June 25, 2024
5:00 p.m. – Special Meeting
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL – Mayor Jennings called the Special City Council Meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
Mayor Kelly Jennings – Present
Mayor Pro Tem Stephanie Oddo – Present
Council Member Ray Gennawey– Present
Council Member Gene Johns – Present
Council Member Stephanie Winstead – Present
CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION
There were no public comments.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
Existing litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1) Number of Cases: 1
Name of Case: City of Laguna Niguel v. Bear Brand Ranch Community Association Case No: Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2022-01267094-CU-PO-CJC
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1)
Number of cases: 1
Case Name: Michelle R. Jackson, et al. v. City of Laguna Niguel Orange County Superior Court Case No.: TC24-5013
City Council conducted Closed Session.
Mayor Jennings called the regular meeting back to order at 6:00 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Assistant City Attorney Isra Shah reported that there was no reportable action taken during Closed Session.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Council Member Stephanie Winstead
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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There were no public comments.
STUDY SESSION
1. Consideration of the Draft General Plan Community Vision Statement
Community Development Director Jonathan Orduna introduced the item and introduced Consultant Amanda Tropiano, De Novo Planning Group, who provided a presentation on the Draft General Plan Community Vision Statement.
COUNCIL QUESTIONS
Mayor Pro Tem Oddo inquired about the outreach done with C ity Commissions.
Consultant Tropiano stated that a similar presentation to the one given tonight to the City Council was given to the City Commissions and feedback was received from each.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION
Discussion ensued by the members of the City Council regarding proposed changes to the Draft General Plan Community Vision Statement.
Following discussion, Mayor Jennings reviewed each proposed change with the City Council. The City Council found consensus on the following items and directed staff to:
• A dd the words ‘proximity to the ocean’ on page 5 of the Community Vision Statement.
• R emove the word ‘unique’ on page 6.
• A dd the words ‘from the hills to the sea’ on page 9. • R eword the first sentence of paragraph 3 on page 5.
• Include additional photos throughout the Vision Statement document that represent the City’s multi-ethnic population.
• A dd the words ‘sea country’ and ‘near the Pacific Ocean’ to the Community Vision Statement.
• C hange the word ‘diverse’ to ‘various’ on page 5.
• Replace the upper left photo on page 4.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Jennings adjourned the Special City Council Meeting at 6:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Marissa J. Asistin, CMC, City Clerk
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