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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Parris called the meeting of the Lancaster City Council/Successor Agency/ Financing/Housing Power/California Choice Energy Authority to order at 5:09 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: City Council Members /Agency Directors /Authority Members: Hughes -Leslie, Malhi, Mann; Vice Mayor/Vice Chair Crist, Mayor/Chairman Parris
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Housing Authority Members: Malhi, Mann, Vice Chairman Crist, Chairman Szeto
ABESENT: Housing Authority Member Harvey
STAFF MEMBERS:
City Manager/ Executive Director; Assistant City Manager/Deputy Executive Director; City Attorney/Agency/Authority Counsel; Assistant to the City Manager; City Clerk/Agency/Authority Secretary; Director -Public Works; Director -Community Development; Director -Parks, Recreation, Arts, & Community Services; Director -Finance & Technology; Chief of Police/Director of Public Safety
INVOCATION
Chris Johnson, Grace Chapel
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Mayor Crist
PRESENTATION
1. Fire Station 33 Recognition
Presented by: Jason Caudle, City Manager
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2 HA CC 1. HOUSING SUCCESSOR ANNUAL REPORT REGARDING THE LOW-
AND-MODERATE INCOME HOUSING ASSET FUND
On a motion by Vice Chair Crist and seconded by Housing Authority Member Mann, the Lancaster Housing Authority a uthorized submittal of the Housing Successor 2022- 2023 Annual Report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development, by the following vote: 4-0-0-1; AYES: Malhi, Mann, Crist, Szeto; NOES: None; ABSTAIN:
None; ABSENT: Harvey
JCC 1. FIRST AMENDMENT TO DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH RAVELLO HOLDINGS, INC.
On a motion by Vice Chair Crist and seconded by Housing Authority Member Malhi the Lancaster Housing Authority approved (1) a First Amendment to the Disposition and Development Agreement with Ravello Holdings, Inc. for the sale and subsequent development vacant parcels between Whit Carter Park and Avenue H and south of Avenue H-8 between Sierra Highway and Cedar Avenue (3135-001-900-919, 3135-005- 901, -904-914, 3135-006-900, -901, -903, -905-923, 3135-025-986, -987) (2) Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to negotiate, finalize, and execute (i) a First Amendment to the Disposition and Development Agreement in a form to be approved by the City Attorney; and (ii) all documents necessary or appropriate to complete the transaction by the following vote: 4-0-0-1; AYES: Malhi, Mann, Crist, Szeto; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: Harvey
On a motion by Vice Mayor Crist and seconded by Council Member Mann, the City Council approved (1) a First Amendment to the Disposition and Development Agreement with Ravello Holdings, Inc. for the sale and subsequent development vacant parcels between Whit Carter Park and Avenue H and south of Avenue H-8 between Sierra Highway and Cedar Avenue (3135-001-900-919, 3135-005-901, -904-914, 3135- 006-900, -901, -903, -905-923, 3135-025-986, -987) (2) Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to negotiate, finalize, and execute (i) a First Amendment to the Disposition and Development Agreement in a form to be approved by the City Attorney; and (ii) all documents necessary or appropriate to complete the transaction by the following vote: 5-0-0-0: AYES: Hughes-Leslie; Malhi, Mann, Crist, Parris; NOES:
None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None.
JPH1. ROAD EASEMENT ACCEPTANCE FOR APN 3123-015-908 (15TH STREET WEST)
Council Members Malhi. Mann and Mayor Parris stated that they have a conflict due to a property interest within proximity to the project. Council Member Malhi remains and is able to vote under the Rule of Necessity.
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3 Council Member Mann and Mayor Parris left the dais at this time.
Vice Mayor Crist opened the public hearing on behalf of Council.
Chair Szeto opened the public hearing on behalf of the Lancaster Housing Authority.
The City Council and Lancaster Housing Authority waived the staff report on this item seeing that there aren’t any public comments on this item.
Vice Mayor Crist closed the public hearing on behalf of Council.
Chair Szeto closed the public haring on behalf of the Lancaster Housing Authority.
On a motion by Vice Chair Crist and seconded by Housing Authority Member Malhi the Lancaster Housing Authority (1) adopted Resolution No. HA 5-23, granting Road Easement for APN 3123-015-908, for 15th Street West, to the City of Lancaster (2) authorized the Executive Director, or his designee to execute all related documents, by the following vote 3-0-1-1; AYES: Malhi, Crist, Szeto; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: Mann; ABSENT: Harvey
On a motion by Vice Mayor and seconded by Council Member Malhi, the City Council (1) adopted Resolution No. 23-69 accepting Road Easement for APN 3123-015-908, for 15th Street West (2) authorized the City Manager or his designee to execute all related documents, by the following vote: 3-0-2-0; AYES: Hughes-Leslie, Malhi, Crist; NOES:
None; ABSTAIN: Mann, Parris; ABSENT: None
Council Member Mann and Mayor Parris returned to the dais at this time.
CONSENT CALENDAR
On a motion by Vice Mayor Crist and seconded by Council Member Mann, the City Council approved the Consent Calendar as comprised, by the following vote: 5- 0-0-0; AYES: Hughes-Leslie, Malhi, Mann, Crist, Parris; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
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4 CC 1. ORDINANCE WAIVER
Waived further reading of any proposed ordinance. (This permit reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text.)
CC 2. MINUTES
Approved the City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/Power/California Choice Energy Authority Regular Meeting Minutes of November 14, 2023.
CC 3. CHECK REGISTERS – SEPTEMBER 24, 2023, THROUGH OCTOBER 7, 2023 Approved the Check and Wire Registers for November 7, 2023, through December 2, 2023, in the amount of $9,259,810.09 as presented.
CC 4. MONTHLY REPORTS OF INVESTMENTS – OCTOBER 2023.
Accepted and approved the October 2023 Monthly Report of Investments as submitted.
CC 5. TAX SHARING RESOLUTION FOR PROPOSED ANNEXATION NO. 40-159 (04-215) INTO LOS ANGELES COUNTY WATERWORKS DISTRICT NO. 40,
ANTELOPE VALLEY
Adopted the Tax Sharing Resolution for proposed Annexation No. 40-159 (04-215) into Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40, Antelope Valley. Directed the City Clerk to route three copies of the tax sharing resolution to the City Attorney and the Mayor for wet signatures.
CC 6. TAX SHARING RESOLUTION FOR PROPOSED ANNEXATION NO. 40-160 (04-216) INTO LOS ANGELES COUNTY WATERWORKS DISTRICT NO. 40,
ANTELOPE VALLEY
Adopted the Tax Sharing Resolution for proposed Annexation No. 40-160 (04-216) into Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40, Antelope Valley. Directed the City Clerk to route three copies of the tax sharing resolution to the City Attorney and the Mayor for wet signatures.
CC 7. DESIGNATING CITY OFFICIALS AUTHORIZED TO FILE APPLICATION(S)
TO THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE TO OBTAIN FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Adopted Resolution No. 23-70, designating those officials authorized to file the application (s) to the Department of Justice to obtain certain state financial assistance.
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5 CC 8. NEW CATERPILLAR INC. MODEL: 930 WHEEL LOADER
Approved the purchase of one (1) new Caterpillar Inc. Model: 930 Wheel Loader, utilizing the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Contract awarded to Quinn Cat.
CC 9. ON-CALL AUTOMOTIVE FUEL DELIVERY FOR TRANSPORTATION
SERVICES
1. Approved a not to exceed $316,459.00 combined expenditure authority with Mansfield Energy Corp., TACenergy (Truman Arnold Company), LLC, and Pinnacle Petroleum, Inc., utilizing OMNIA Partners Cooperative Purchasing Contracts.
2. Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents.
CC 10. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION PROJECT NO. 22-010 – LANCASTER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (LPAC) IMPROVEMENTS
Accepted the work constructed by Blessedco Electric, Inc., for Public Works Construction Project No. 22-010, Lancaster Performing Arts Center (LPAC) Improvements and directed the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion for the project. Retention on this project shall be disbursed in accordance with the
CC 11. ANTELOPE VALLEY COLLEGE: CAMPUS INFRASTRUCTURE PHASE 1, AVENUE J-12 AND 30TH STREET WEST INTERSECTION BID #AVC2019/2020-20 –
ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS (STREETS)
Approved the developer-constructed streets on the following project. In addition, accepted the streets for maintenance by the City and for public use.
Project Location/Owner Campus Infrastructure Phase 1, Avenue J-12 and 30th Street West Avenue J-12 and 30th Street Owner: Antelope Valley Community College District
Intersection Bid #AVC2019/2020-20
CC 12. AWARD OF BID – PWCP 23-027 – PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 1
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6 1. Awarded PWCP 23-027, Public Safety Building Improvements Phase I, to Toneman Development Corporation, in the amount of $447,796.68, plus a 20% contingency, to remove existing landscaping, installation of security fencing with pedestrian gate and vehicular drive gates, and installation of a fiber extension at the Public Safety Building.
Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents. This contract was negotiated and is awarded in accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 22038(c).
2. Found that the City has complied with the California Environmental Quality Act. A Notice of Exemption was filed on September 15, 2023.
CC 13. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION PROJECT NO. 22-009 -
MOAH HVAC IMPROVEMENTS
Accepted the work constructed by Circulating Air, Inc., for Public Works Construction Project No. 22-009, MOAH HVAC Improvements, and directed the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion for the project. Retention on this project shall be disbursed in accordance with California Public Contract
CC 14. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION PROJECT NO. 21-023 – 2021
LANDSCAPE RESTORATION PROGRAM
Accepted the work constructed by Marina Landscape, Inc., for Public Works Construction Project No. 21-023, 2021 Landscape Restoration Program, and directed the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion for the project. Retention on this project shall be disbursed in accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 22038(b).
CC 15. RENTAL AGREEMENT WITH CLEAN WATER VENTURES, INC.
1. Approved the Rental Agreement with Clean Water Ventures, Inc. for three industrial parcels near Avenue I and Division Street.
2. Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Rental Agreement in substantially the form presented, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
CC 16. AWARD OF PROJECT: 2023 ROOFING IMPROVEMENTS – CITY OF
LANCASTER AT BUILDING
1. Awarded 22023 Roofing Improvements-City of Lancaster AT Building to Best Contracting Services, INC., of the City of Gardena, California, in the amount of $199,101.41, base quote, plus a 15% contingency, to remove and replace the roof of the AT Building at the City of Lancaster Public Works Maintenance Yard.
2. Authorized the City Manager or his designee to sign all documents.
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7 CC 17. TAX SHARING RESOLUTION FOR PROPOSED ANNEXATION NO. 14-439 INTO LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 14
a. Adopted the Tax Sharing Resolution for proposed Annexation No. 14-439 into Los Angeles County Sanitation District No. 14
b. Directed the City Clerk to route three copies of the tax sharing resolution to the City Attorney and the Mayor for wet signatures.
CC 18. TAX SHARING RESOLUTION FOR PROPOSED ANNEXATION NO. 14-442 INTO LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 14
a. Adopted the Tax Sharing Resolution for proposed Annexation No. 14-442 into Los Angeles County Sanitation District No. 14
b. Directed the City Clerk to route three copies of the tax share resolution to the City Attorney and the Mayor for wet signatures.
CC 19. TAX SHARING RESOLUTION FOR PROPOSED ANNEXATION NO. 14-443 INTO LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 14
a. Adopted the Tax Sharing Resolution for proposed Annexation No. 14-443 into Los Angeles County Sanitation District No. 14
b. Directed the City Clerk to route three copies of the tax sharing resolution to the City Attorney and the Mayor for wet signatures.
CC 20. TAX SHARING RESOLUTION FOR PROPOSED ANNEXATION NO. 14-444 INTO LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 14
a. Adopted the Tax Sharing Resolution for proposed Annexation No. 14-444 into Los Angeles County Sanitation District No. 14
b. Directed the City Clerk to route three copies of the tax share resolution to the City Attorney and the Mayor for wet signatures.
CC 21. RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATION FOR CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY URBAN GREENING PROGRAM –
EL DORADO PARK
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8 Adopted Resolution No. 23-71 approving the application for the California Natural Resources Agency Urban Greening Program.
CC 22. RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATION FOR CALIFORNIA NATURAL RESOURCES AGENCY URBAN GREENING PROGRAM –
AVENUE J NEIGHBORHOOD PARK
Adopted Resolution No. 23-72, approving the application for the California Natural Resources Agency Urban Greening Program.
CC 23. APPROVAL OF MULTI-YEAR PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT Approved Multi-Year Professional Service Agreement with Turbo Data Systems, Inc. and authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all task orders.
CC 24. MEASURE A MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING (M&S) FY23/24 BUDGET
AMENDMENT
1. Amended the FY23/24 budget to appropriate Measure A, Maintenance and Servicing (M&S) funds, in the amount of $300,000 to the expenditure account MSRAMS.MISCGRANT/ GL21060000.5656.
2. Established revenue account MSRAMS.MEASURE A/ GL21062200.4998 in the amount of $300,000.
CC 25. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR LANCASTER MUNICIPAL STADIUM RENOVATIONS (REFERENCE PWCP 24-014)
1. Approved a Professional Services Agreement with NBBJ, LP, to provide Architectural and Engineering (A&E) Design Services for Lancaster Municipal Stadium Renovations in the amount of $1,630,180.00 plus a 10% contingency; and authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents.
2. Approved an appropriation of $1,793,198.00 from Fund Balance into project string CP11BS046.CONST, GL Account 10149900.8000, for the Lancaster Municipal Stadium Renovations.
CC 26. AMENDMENT TO THE ADOPTED BUDGET AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024.
Adopted Resolution No. 23-73, authorizing an amendment to the adopted Budget and Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.
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9 PH 1. SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE CITY’S COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) 2020 -24 FIVE -YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2021-22, 2022-23 AND 2023-2024 ACTION PLANS
Mayor Parris opened the public hearing.
The City Council waived the staff report seeing that there aren’t any public comments.
Mayor Parris closed the public hearing.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Crist and seconded by Council Member Hughes-Leslie, the City Council approved item number PH 1 as comprised, by the following vote: 5-0-0-0; AYES: Hughes-Leslie, Malhi, Mann, Crist, Parris; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
Approved Recommendations:
a. Conducted a public hearing and upon accepting public testimony; b. Approved the Substantial Amendment to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2020- 2024 Five -Year Consolidated Plan (Consolidated Plan) and 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24 Annual Action Plans (Action Plans) to allow for the inclusion of one (1) new objective, the cancelation of three funded activities, and the reprogramming of funds to the Mariposa Park Project and the Acquisition / Rehabilitation Program for Underserved populations and:
c. Authorized the City Manager, or designee, to execute and transmit all necessary contracts and associated documents, including the Substantial Amendment to the Consolidated Plan and Action Plans, and any additional amendments, to ensure the City’s timely expenditure of CDBG funds.
PH 2. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 17-007/ZONE CHANGE NO. 17-006 Mayor Parris opened the public hearing.
Jocelyn Swain, Senior Planner -Community Development presented the staff report on this item.
Allison Burns, City Attorney announced receipt of written comments on this item in which copies for public review and City Council review.
Addressing the Council at this time:
Lance Brough-spoke in opposition of this item.
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10 Mayor Parris directed staff to meet with Mr. Brough to further discuss potential solutions.
Mayor Parris closed the public hearing.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Crist and seconded by Council Member Hughes-Leslie, the City Council approved item number PH 2 as comprised, by the following vote: 5-0-0-0; AYES: Hughes-Leslie, Malhi, Mann, Crist, Parris; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
Approved Recommendations:
1. Adopt ed Resolution No. 23-74, approving General Plan Amendment No. 17-007, amending the General Plan land use designation from Non- Urban Residential (NU) to Light Industrial (LI) for 160 acres of land located on the south side of Avenue H between 50 th Street West and 55 th Street West (APNs 3269 -011-015, 3269-011-007)
2. Introduced Ordinance 1110, amending the City zoning plan for approximately 160 acres of land located south of Avenue H between 50 th Street West and 55 th Street West (APNs 3269-011-015, 3269-011-007), known as Zone Change No. 17-006, from RR-
2.5 (Rural Residential, minimum lot size 2.5 acres) to LI (Light Industrial).
PH 3. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 23-001/ZONE CHANGE NO. 23-001 Mayor Parris opened the public hearing.
Vice Mayor Crist announced receipt of written comments regarding this item.
Jocelyn Swain, Senior Planner -Community Development presented the staff report on this item.
Mayor Parris closed the public hearing.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Crist and seconded by Council Member Malhi, the City Council approved item number PH 3 as comprised by the following vote: 5-0-0-0; AYES:
Hughes-Leslie, Malhi, Mann, Crist, Parris; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT:
None
Approved Recommendations:
1. Adopt ed Resolution No. 23-75, approving General Plan Amendment No. 23-001, amending the General Plan land use designation from a mix of Multi-Residential (MR1) and Open Space (O) to MR1 for 45 acres on the west side of Sierra Highway between Avenue H and Avenue H-8 (APNs 3135-001-903 thru 3135-001-918) CC/SA/FA/HA/PA/CCEA Minutes-12/12/2023
11 2) Introduced Ordinance No. 1111, amending the City zoning plan for approximately 45 acres of land located on the west side of Sierra Highway between Avenue H and Avenue H-8 (APNs 3135-001-903 thru 3135-001-918), known as Zone Change No. 23- 001, from a mix of MDR (Moderate Density Residential) and PK ( Park) to MDR. by the following vote: 5-0-0- 0; AYES: Hughes -Leslie, Malhi, Mann, Crist, Parris; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
NB 1. ADDING CHAPTER 12.28 TO THE LANCASTER MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO PROTECTION OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE / WILDFIRE RISK AREAS, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 12.04 - PARKS AND PUBLIC SPACES
Rod Armalin, Chief of Police and Sonya Patterson, Director -Parks, Arts, Recreation, & Community Services presented the staff report on this item.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Crist and seconded by Council Member Mann, the City Council 1) Introduced Ordinance No. 1112, adding Chapter 12.28 to the Lancaster Municipal Code relating to the Protection of Critical Infrastructure and Wildfire Risk Areas; and 2) Introduced Ordinance No. 1113, amending Chapter 12.04 – Parks and Public Places Rules and Regulations, by the following vote: 5-0-0- 0; AYES: Hughes- Leslie, Malhi, Mann, Crist, Parris; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
NB 2. AWARD OF DESIGN- BUILD SERVICES – PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION PROJECT NO. 24-013, PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING RENOVATION
The City Council waived the staff report seeing that there aren’t any public comments.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Crist and seconded by Council Member Mann, the. City approved Item Number NB 1 as comprised, by the following vote: 5-0-0-0; AYES:
Hughes-Leslie, Malhi, Mann, Crist, Parris; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT:
None
Approved Recommendations:
1. Awarded a Design-Build professional services agreement to Bowe Contractors, Inc., of Tehachapi, CA, in the amount of $3,916,319.00 plus a 10% contingency, for Public Works Construction Project No. 24-013 Public Safety Building Renovation to design and construct renovation improvements. Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents. The design-build entity selection process was made in accordance with Chapter 4 of the Public Contract Code, as applicable, and negotiated in accordance with California Public Contract Code Section 22038(c).
2. Found that the City has complied with the California Environmental Quality Act. A Notice of Exemption was filed on September 15, 2023.
3. Approved an appropriation of $3,000,000.00 from Fund Balance into project string CP14BS001.CONST from GL Code 10149900.8000.
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12 CA 1. CONSIDERATION OF REAPPOINTMENT TO VARIOUS COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS AS REFLECTED ON MADDY ACT DRAFT.
Mayor Parris announced that all Commissioners will receive a letter thanking them for their service. All interested Commissioners should fill out the Commission application to reapply.
CR1. COUNCIL REPORTS
Vice Mayor Crist reported on the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Christmas party.
Council Member Mann reported on the Christmas parade.
Staff provided a video recap of the Christmas parade.
Council Member Hughes-Leslie reported on the Metrolink Board meeting and discussing concern for safety. Council Member Hughes-Leslie also reported on the Magical Boulevard.
Staff provided a video recap of the Magical Boulevard.
CALIFORNIA CHOICE ENERGY AUTHORITY
No action required at this time.
LANCASTER FINANCING AUTHORITY
No action required at this time.
LANCASTER POWER AUTHORITY
No action required at this time.
LANCASTER SUCCESSOR AGENCY
No action required at this time.
CITY MANAGER / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ANNOUNCEMENTS
Jason Caudle, City Manager discussed staff participation in the Movers & Shakers Club for senior walking.
Staff provided a video recap regarding the Movers & Shakers Club.
The City Manager also discussed the upcoming Justice Sunday event scheduled on January 14, 2024. The City Manager also discussed the Lancaster Community Center events; Sensory CC/SA/FA/HA/PA/CCEA Minutes-12/12/2023
13 Perception event at the Museum of Art and History (MOAH) museum, and the Lancaster Performing Arts Center wrapped up season.
The City Manager also introduced the new Assistant Director of the Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Community Services.
Mayor Parris discussed issues with incident at Lancaster convenience store.
Staff provided a video surveillance of assault incident at a Lancaster convenience store.
CITY CLERK /AGENCY/AUTHORITY SECRETARY ANNOUNCEMENT
The City Clerk provided the public with the procedure to address the City Council/Successor Agency/Authority regarding non-agendized items.
PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS
Addressing the City Council at this time:
Minister Thomas D. -discussed issues with individuals at neighboring rental property.
Curtis Richards- discussed issues with neighbor’s barking dog.
Vincent Midgley-discussed issues with soccer field use and conditions.
Fran Sereseres- thanked City Council for addressing issues at Cedar Town Square.
David Paul- discussed various issues.
CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY COMMENTS
No comments at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Parris stated the City Council meeting will be adjourned in memory of Cynthia Campana, a dedicated and passionate member of our Community Development Department, worked tirelessly to better the lives of all in Lancaster. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering commitment to public service made her a treasured colleague and friend to many. Cynthia's passing is not just a loss for her family but for our entire community.
We also remember Deputy Michael Kuper, a celebrated City Liaison Deputy and a military veteran, who was honored with a Key to the City for his extraordinary service. Deputy Kuper's dedication to Lancaster and its citizens exemplified the highest ideals of public service. His CC/SA/FA/HA/PA/CCEA Minutes-12/12/2023
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As we adjourn this Council meeting, let us do so in memory of Cynthia and Deputy Kuper, carrying forward their dedication and spirit in our ongoing service to this city. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to their families, friends, and all who knew them.
Mayor/Chair Parris adjourned the meeting at 6:40 p.m. Mayor Parris stated tha t the next City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/ Housing/Power/California Choice Energy Authority meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 9
th day of January, 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
__________________________ _____________________________ ANDREA ALEXANDER R. REX PARRIS
CITY CLERK MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
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