Meeting
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Regular Meeting –
1:30 PM
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING & BIKE GIVEAWAY
1:00 P.M.
Location: Lancaster City Hall
(address listed below)
The City Clerk/Agency/Authority Secretary hereby declares the agenda was posted by 6:30 p.m. on
December 06, 2024
at the entrance to Lancaster City Hall
44933 Fern Avenue, Lancaster, CA 93534
LEGISLATIVE BODY
City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/Housing/Power Authority Mayor/Chair R. Rex Parris
Vice Mayor/Vice Chair Marvin Crist
Council Member/Agency Director/Authority Lauren Hughes-Leslie Council Member/Agency Director/Authority Member Raj Malhi Council Member/Agency Director/Authority Member Ken Mann
AGENDA ITEMS TO BE REMOVED
Sometimes it is necessary to remove items from the agenda. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.
PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR - AGENDIZED
ITEMS
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Individual speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each.
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LEVINE ACT/GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 84308
Parties to any proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use pending before the City Council must disclose any campaign contribution over $250 (aggregated) within the preceding 12 months made by the party, their agent, and those required to be aggregated with their contributions under Gov. Code Section 82015.5. The disclosure must include the amount contributed and the name(s) of the contributor(s). Consent Calendar items under the Legislative Body may be acted upon with one motion, a second and the vote. If you desire to speak on an item or items on the Consent Calendar, you may fill out one speaker card for the Consent Calendar. You will be given three minutes, unless a different time limit is announced, to address your concerns before the Legislative Body takes action on the Consent Calendar. “G.C. Section 84308: Yes” on this agenda indicates that the item is subject to these regulations.
CALL TO ORDER
City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/Housing/Power Authority
ROLL CALL
City Council Members /Agency Directors /(Housing) Authority Members: Hughes-Leslie, Malhi, Mann; Vice Mayor/ Vice Chair Crist, Mayor/Chair Parris
INVOCATION
David McCoy, Grace Chapel
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATION
1. Inaugural Faith & Blue Event
Presenter: Rodrick Armalin, Chief of Police
COUNCIL ACTIONS
CONSENT CALENDAR
CC 1.
Waive further reading of any proposed ordinance. (This permits reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text.) CC 2.
Approve the City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/Power Authority Regular Meeting Minutes of November 12, 2024.
CC 2
CC 3.
Check Registers – October 20, 2024, through November 30, 2024.
Recommendation(s):
Approve the Check and Wire Registers for payments made October 20, 2024, through November 30, 2024, in the amount of $34,727,476.96 as presented.
At each regular City Council Meeting, the City Council is presented with a check and ACH/wire registers listing the financial claims (invoices) against and paid by the City for the purchase of materials, supplies, services, and capital projects during the prior three to four weeks.
Staff Report
121024 CHECK REGISTER
121024 ACH CHECK REGISTER
CC 4.
Second Revised Task Order No. 2 for Multi-Year Professional Services (Service Group Category 1 - Construction Management and Inspection Services) Construction Management Services for PWCP 20-005, SR-138 (SR-14) Avenue J Interchange Improvement (Phase II - Caltrans Interchange) Recommendation(s):
Approve Second Revised Task Order No. 2, with DMR Team, Inc., for services in accordance with the Multi-Year Professional Services Agreement Service Category Group (SGC) 1 – Construction Management and Inspection Services, for On-Call Construction Management and Inspection Services in the total amount of $394,255.00, and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents.
With the approval of Second Revised Task Order No. 2, DMR will provide additional Construction Management Inspection services for 120 additional contract days extending services from November 30, 2024, to May 15, 2025. This Authorization provides for inspection through construction completion and Construction Management through project closeout with Caltrans and Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA). The Second Revised Task Order No. 2 will increase the not-to-exceed contract total to $940,765.00.
Staff Report
20-005_Levine Act
20-005_2nd_Revised_Task_Order_No_2
CC 5.
Acceptance of Public Works Construction Project No. 23-014 – 2023 Neighborhood Improvement Project Recommendation(s):
Accept the work constructed by Granite Construction Company, for Public Works Construction Project No. 23-014, 2023 Neighborhood Improvement Project, and direct 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).
The project was part of the City’s Pavement Management Program (PMP). It included approximately 16.5 lane-miles of roadway repair and resurfacing on the neighborhood bounded by 10 th
Street West, Lancaster Boulevard, Sierra Highway, and Avenue J. The project also included the installation of speed cushions on 17 th
Street East from Lancaster Boulevard to Norberry Street, 17 th
Street West from Avenue H-8 to Avenue I, Avenue J-4 from 25 th
Street West to Janet Drive, Avenue J-8 from 10
th
Street West to Date Avenue, Avenue J-11 from Gadsden Avenue to Cedar Avenue, and Glenraven Road from Avenue J to Avenue J-8.
Staff Report
23-014_Notice of Completion
23-014_Vicinity Map
23-014_Levine Act
CC 6.
Acceptance of Public Works Construction Project No. 23-011 – 35th Street West Improvements (Phase 1) STP-L 5419(062) Recommendation(s):
Accept the work constructed by R.C. Becker & Son, Inc., for Public Works Construction Project No. 23-011, 35 th
Street West Improvements (Phase 1) STPL 5419(062), and direct 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).
The project was funded by the State of California, Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Surface Transportation Program Local (STP-L) funds and local matching funds. The project on the west side of 35th Street West from Avenue L to 700 feet south of Avenue K-8 included rehabilitation of 0.75 lane miles of existing pavement; re-construction of existing curb, gutter, sidewalk, and ADA curb ramps; traffic signing, striping, and markings; and installation of enhanced landscaping beautification improvements. The project added 16 additional parking spaces south of Prime Desert Woodlands Preserve (PDWP) that can be utilized by park visitors.
Staff Report
23-011_Notice of Completion
23-011_Vicinity Map
23-011_Levine Act
CC 7.
SBA Cell Tower/Southern California Edison Easement
Recommendation(s):
Grant Southern California Edison (SCE) a non-exclusive, limited-term easement to construct, use, maintain, and operate underground electrical supply systems and communication systems in conjunction with the previously approved SBA Communications wireless communications infrastructure expansion at Tierra Bonita Park. This easement is necessary to distribute electricity and transmit data within Los Angeles County, California.
Authorize the City Manager or his designee to sign in substantially the form attached with non-substantive changes approved by the City Attorney.
The easement agreement will limit City development on the designated property. While walls and fences are permitted, structures like buildings will be prohibited. SCE will have the right to trim or remove tree roots that could threaten the underground systems. However, to minimize disruption, any excavation by SCE must be done carefully and the ground restored to its original condition afterward Staff Report
1. Easement-City of Lancaster 10.30.2024 Revised 10_30_24
3. Map PDF-City of Lancaster (1)
2. Levine_Act with Signature
CC 8.
Acceptance of Lancaster Performing Arts Center Generator Installation Recommendation(s):
Accept the work performed by High Volt Electric, for the Lancaster Performing Arts Center Generator Installation and direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion for the project.
This project involved the removal and disposal of the existing 200kw generator and the installation of a new generator, including concrete pads and wiring.
Staff Report
2. Notice of Completion - LPAC generator_AC_NF_SP (1)
3. VICINITY MAPS-Lancaster Performing Arts
CC 9.
Task Order for Multi-Year Professional Services (Service Group Category 1 – Roadway and Structures Engineering) for 2025 Pavement Management Program (PMP) Preventative Maintenance Project (PWCP 24-021) and 2025 PMP Road Rehabilitation Project (PWCP 24-023) Recommendation(s):
1. Approve Task Order 4 with Pavement Engineering, Inc., (PEI) of Santa Clarita, California, in accordance with the Multi-Year Professional Services Agreement for Pavement Evaluation, and Design Services for 2025
Pavement Management Program (
PMP) Preventative Maintenance Project (Reference: PWCP 24-021) in the amount of $109,440.00 plus a 10% contingency; and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents.
2. Approve Task Order 5 with Pavement Engineering, Inc., (PEI) of Santa Clarita, California, in accordance with the Multi-Year Professional Services Agreement for Pavement Evaluation and Design Services for 2025 PMP Road Rehabilitation Project (Reference: PWCP 24-023) in the amount of $369,935.00 plus a 10% contingency; and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents.
Task Order Nos. 4 and 5 will include project management, research and geotechnical services, mapping and surveying services, and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) bid package for construction .
Staff Report
Task Order 4_PMP_24-021 & 24-023
Task Order 5_PMP_24-021 & 24-023
Vicinity Map
Levine_Act_Disclosure_PEI
CC 10.
Approve Expansion of the Power Choice Solar and Battery Program for Channel Partners Recommendation(s):
Approve the expansion of the Power Choice Solar and Battery Program to include local Channel Partners.
Expanding the Power Choice program to include Channel Partners provides an opportunity to enhance its impact through expanded marketing efforts, including a dedicated sales force to promote the program more strategically. Staff and PE propose engaging Channel Partners to increase program awareness, offer customers more choices, and boost participation by fostering competition among installers. Through this approach, Lancaster residents and businesses will be able to select from various local and regional installers, each providing consistent solar and battery specifications. With all Channel Partners operating under the same Power Choice program policies and pricing structure, customers can compare offers and select the proposal that best meets their needs.
Staff Report
CC 11.
Acceptance of Rawley Duntley Park Hardcourt Replacement Recommendation(s):
Accept the work performed by All American Building Services, for the Rawley Duntley Park Hardcourt Replacement and direct the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion for the project. .
This project included replacing both basketball courts with new concrete, four new basketball boards and hoops, fresh epoxy coatings and line markers, resulting in improved accessibility to all.
Staff Report
New Notice of Completion - RDP Hardcourt
Exhibit A - VICINITY MAP-Rawley Duntley Hardcourt
CC 12.
Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program Grant Application.
Recommendation(s):
1. Adopt
Resolution No. _______
, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to submit an application for, and participate in, the California Department of Health Care Services Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP).
2. If the application is approved, authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into, execute, and deliver a Program Funding Agreement for the total award amount, and all other documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to secure the BHCIP grant funds and participate in the program.
3. If funds are awarded, appropriate all BHCIP grant funds to an account, to be created by Finance, and authorize expenditure in accordance with the BHCIP guidelines.
4. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all associated documents.
The City of Lancaster has partnered with Palmdale Regional Medical Center (PRMC). PRMC is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc., one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation.
In partnership with PRMC, the City is seeking to apply for grant funds under the California Department of Health Care Services Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP). Through grant funds of up to $73,800,000, the partners will collaborate to develop a 96-bed behavioral health hospital. Envisioned services would include an acute psychiatric hospital, outpatient community mental health clinic, crisis stabilization unit, outpatient treatment for substance use disorder, and a partial hospitalization program.
Staff Report
Bond_R1_Form_10_Auth_Resolution_Corporation_Template_508 Form6_ApplicantsCertificationFundingTerm_508
Form5_ApplicantsCertificationPrevailingWage_508
CC 13.
Award RFQ 845-25 Building & Safety Plan Review and Lancaster PD Inspection Services to JAS Pacific Recommendation(s):
1. Award RFQ 845-25 Building & Safety Plan Review and Lancaster PD Inspection Services to JAS Pacific in an amount of $400,000 per year ($2,000,000 over the five-year contract) with the option of an annual 5% CPI increase for years 2-5.
2. Find that this item is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act.
3. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to finalize and execute all documents related to the agreement.
Since 2018, the City’s Permitting Division has engaged consultants to provide essential services related to Building and Safety plan review and inspection. This strategy enables City staff to manage a significantly higher volume of plan reviews within a reduced timeframe compared to relying solely on limited City personnel. As the real estate market continues to thrive and local development accelerates, the demand for these vital services has correspondingly increased.
Staff Report
Agreement for Professional Services_RFQ 845-25_JAS Pacific CC 14.
Resolution 24-xx Authorizing the City Manager to execute the Agreements with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration; Resolution 24-xx Authorizing the Examination of Transactions (Sales) and Use Tax Records; Agreement for Transactions Tax Audit and Informational Services with Hinderliter, de Llamas & Associates (HdL, Companies) to Provide Sales Tax consulting services for Measure YM revenues.
Recommendation(s):
·
Approve Resolution No. 24-_____, Authorizing the City Manager to execute the Agreements with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. ·
Approve Resolution No. 24-_____, Authorizing the Examination of Transactions (Sales) and Use Tax Records. ·
Approve the execution of the Agreement for Transactions Tax Audit & Information Services with Hinderliter, de Llamas & Associates to provide sales tax consulting services for Measure YM revenues. ·
Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
On November 5, 2024, the City of Lancaster's voters approved the City of Lancaster Transactions and Use Tax Ordinance by the required majority vote.
In order to begin collecting the tax, it is required that the City Council approve the Agreement for Preparation to Administer and Operate City’s Transaction and Use Tax Ordinance AND the Agreement for State Administration of City Transactions and Use Taxes with the California State Department of Tax and Fee Administration for the purpose of making preparations to administer and operate a transactions and use tax in conformity with Part 1.6 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code for the collecting and transmitting to the City of Lancaster of the ¾ cent Transaction and Use Tax by resolution.
Staff Report
121024 Attachment A Resolution 24-XX Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Agreements with Ca Dept of Tax and Fee Admin 121024 Attachment B Authorizing the Examination of Transactions Sales and Use Tax Records 121024 Attachment C Agreement for Transactions Tax Audit and Information Services with Hinderliter de Llamas and Associates CC 15.
Annexation No. 2 Into Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 (Public Services) Recommendation(s):
Adopt
Resolution No. 24-______
for intention to annex territory to Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 (Public Services), and to authorize the levy of special taxes.
By Resolution No. 22-60, the City Council established CFD 2021-1, a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District with the intention that future development within the City would annex into this district. The special taxes collected from the property owners within the district are to be used for the funding maintenance and operation of public safety services, fire services, lighting, parkways, streets, roads, open space and any real property or other tangible property with an estimated useful life of five or more years that is owned by the City.
Staff Report
Lancaster CFD 2021-1 Annex 2 ROI to client (1)
CC 16.
Authorization to Use Biological Impact Fee Funds for the Acquisition of the Alpine Butte Conservation Property Recommendation(s):
1. Adopt
Resolution No._____
, authorizing the appropriation and use of biological impact fee funds for the acquisition of the Alpine Butte Conservation Property.
2. Appropriate $1,045,500 from the Biological Impact Fee fund balance to Account No. 41221000.8010, Property Acquisitions.
The subject property is located just east of the City limits at 130 th
Street East and Avenue M. The property is adjacent to Los Angeles County owned open space, within the boundaries of the Antelope Valley Significant Ecological Area (SEA) and in close proximity to land owned by the Bureau of Land Management and the Los Angeles County Sanitation District. Additionally, several other conservation sites/parks are located in the vicinity, including Saddleback Butte State Park, the Antelope Valley Indian Museum, the Alpine Butte Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Big Rock Wash Wildlife Sanctuary.
Staff Report
A. Alpine Butte Acquistion Resolution
C. Alpine Butte_Declaration of Restrictions 11-18-24
D. California Levine Act Statement (signed Izote)
CC 17.
44812 Cedar Avenue Lease Agreement
Recommendation(s):
1. Approve lease agreement for real property to Antelope Valley Foster Friends through January 31, 2025.
2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents related to the lease agreement and all amendments, including amendments to extend the term, subject to City Attorney approval.
Staff
recommends leasing the
real property located at 44812 Cedar Avenue, 93534
to the non-profit organization Antelope Valley Foster Friends (AVFF) to establish and operate the very first Foster Family Resource Center in the Antelope Valley.
Since 2020, AVFF has aimed to support, encourage, and bring hope to foster children and foster families who open their homes to youth in need
.
Staff Report
Lease Agreement AV Foster Friends_FINAL
CC 18.
Adoption of Resolution Regarding Regular City Council Meetings Recommendation(s):
1. Adopt Resolution No. _______, setting the regular meeting day and time of the Lancaster City Council.
2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute and sign all documents necessary to implement this change.
The proposed resolution establishes the regular City Council meeting time from 5:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. In addition, the proposed resolution changes the time of the December City Council meeting from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The proposed time change will allow the opportunity to recognize students within the community and present the annual bike giveaway. In addition, in order to observe Veterans Day, the proposed resolution will change the date and time of the November 2025 City Council meeting to the third Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m instead of the 2 nd
Tuesday of November at 5:00 p.m. Thereafter, the November meeting will remain as set forth on the second Tuesday of November as stated in the resolution.
Staff Report
Resolution No Council Meeting Dates
CC 19.
Amending Employee Classification and Compensation Schedule and Increasing the Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Headcount Recommendation(s):
Adopt
Resolution No. _________
amending Resolution 24-XX, establishing
a compensation schedule for various classifications of employees of the City of Lancaster and establishing the following changes:
• Further defined 2100 Series employee group benefits
• Further defined 5100 Series employee group benefits
• Adjusted salaries for 4000 series Tier II classifications due to changes in California state minimum wage law • Specialist I
• Administrative Assistant
•
Addition of four (4) FTE positions to the City of Lancaster raising the total city FTE count to 319 •
Police Officers
The City of Lancaster is adjusting to the changes brought by California's new state minimum wage law, which will take effect on January 1st, 2025. Under this law, the minimum salary for salaried employees will increase from $66,560 in 2024 to $68,640 in 2025. This wage increase will specifically impact 24 city employees who are classified under the 4000 series Tier II classifications of Administrative Assistant and Specialist I Staff Report
Resolution 24-XX Salary Schedule - 12.10.24
CC 20.
Memorandum of Agreement between ARCHES H2 LLC and the City of Lancaster.
Recommendation(s):
1.Authorize the City Manager or his designee to negotiate, finalize, and execute a Memorandum of Agreement between ARCHES H2 LLC and the City of Lancaster in a formed approved by the City Attorney.
2. Appropriate $3,000,000 from General Fund to Account No.10100000.1200, Loans Receivable.
3. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to finalize and execute any related documents in a form approved by the City Attorney.
As part of the City of Lancaster’s efforts to catalyze the adoption of hydrogen energy, the City joined California’s Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy (ARCHES) as the organization’s first municipal member. In late 2023, ARCHES was awarded up to $1.2 billion under the United States Department of Energy’s Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs (H2Hubs) program.
Today, the City of Lancaster has the opportunity to partner with ARCHES to further both parties’ efforts to develop and deploy hydrogen energy, which is widely recognized for its immense potential to help solve the climate crisis.
Staff Report
ARCHES H2 - City Loan Agreement 4908-8410-0610_2
CC 21.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
Recommendation(s):
1. Approve the SH-AD 575 with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department to provide law enforcement services for a term of one year; and,
2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to pay invoices and to execute all contracts and associated documents.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department provides all law enforcement services to the City of Lancaster.
The terms of the contract are effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
Staff Report
LASD 24 -25 575
PUBLIC HEARING
PH 1.
Application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development; and a Resolution Authorizing Application for, and Receipt of Pro-housing Incentive Program Funds.
Recommendation(s):
1. Adopt
Resolution No.
______
, authorizing the submittal of an application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for funding under the Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP) and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute all documents deemed necessary or appropriate to participate in the PIP.
2. If funded, accept the PIP grant award funds and appropriate said funds into a PIP Fund account number, to be created by Finance.
3. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to expend any awarded funds (up to $1,250,000), in accordance with the PIP guidelines.
The State has determined that increasing the availability of housing is critical to bettering the quality of life of all Californians. The 2019-2020 Budget Act provided a spectrum of support, incentives, and accountability measures to meet California’s housing goals, and provided for the establishment of the Prohousing Designation Program. The intent of this State program is to encourage jurisdictions to enact regulations, adopt policies, and establish local programs that go beyond current state laws and conventional standards and will accelerate the production of housing, both market rate and affordable at all density levels.
Staff Report
RESOLUTION NO. 24-XX
NEW BUSINESS
NB1.
Ordinance No. XXX Adding Chapter XXX to the Lancaster Municipal Code Relating to Civil Penalties for Failure to Control Minor Ordinance No. XXX Adding Chapter XXX to the Lancaster Municipal Code Relating to Curfew and Truancy Ordinance No. XXX Adding Chapter XXX to the Lancaster Municipal Code Relating to Prohibited Conduct Amendment to Chapter 9.16 of the Lancaster Municipal Code relating to Loitering by Minors Recommendation(s):
1. Introduce
Ordinance No. ________
Repealing and Replacing Chapter 9.16 of the Lancaster Municipal Code Relating to Curfew, Truancy, and Loitering by Minors
2. Introduce
Ordinance No.__________
Adding Chapter 9.52 to the Lancaster Municipal Code Relating to Civil Penalties for Failure to Supervise or Control Minor These ordinances are a necessary step to require every parent or legal guardian of any person under the age of 18 years to exercise reasonable care, supervision, protection and control over their minor child or ward.
Staff Report
Ordinance Adding Chapter 9.52 to the LMC (Parental Responsibility), 4930-1608-9088_2 Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 9.16 of the LMC (Curfew Truancy and Loitering by Minors) 4858-9814-2463_2 NB2.
Official Canvass and Certification of the November 05, 2024 Special Election Recommendation(s):
Adopt
Resolution No. ________
, reciting the facts of the Special Election held on November 05, 2024, declaring the results and such other matters as provided by law.
A Special Election for the City of Lancaster was held and conducted by Los Angeles County Registrar Recorder on Tuesday, November 05, 2024, as required by law.
Staff Report
Resolution No. Election
Exhibit A-Certificate of the Canvass
NB3.
Implementation and Collection of Transactions and Use Tax.
Recommendation(s):
1. Introduce
Ordinance No.
112
2 relating to implementation and collection of reduced transactions and use tax.
2. Adopt Resolution No. ___ phasing the implementation of the transactions and use tax increase authorized by AB 2443 and enacted by Measure YM.
The proposed resolution defers until January 1, 2028, the implementation and collection of one-quarter (1/4); and defers until January 1, 2029, the implementation and collection of the final one-quarter (1/4) of the 1% transactions and use tax increase authorized by AB 2443 and enacted by Measure YM (i.e., .5%).
Staff Report
Resolution to Phase Implementation and Collection of Transaction and Use Tax, 4898-0937-8051_1 Ordinance Implementing Transactions and Use Tax 4922-2940-6211_1 (1)
JOINT NEW BUSINESS
JNB 1.
Consideration of a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement with the City of Industry for the First Public Hydrogen Authority.
Recommendation(s):
1. Approve a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement with the City of Industry to form the First Public Hydrogen Authority (FPH₂).
2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to finalize and execute any related documents in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Industry Public Utilities (IPA) operates a municipal electric service system, providing local control over the renewable energy content of the power provided to its users along with unique opportunities to adopt hydrogen energy. Industry has also established a partnership with Nuvera Fuel Cells to pilot the firm’s first operational HydroCharge unit, a cutting-edge hydrogen-powered fast charger for on-site power and electric vehicle charging. Additionally, Foothill Transit is deploying hydrogen-powered buses to ensure cleaner air throughout the San Gabriel Valley.
These innovative municipal leaders now have the opportunity to partner in order to take the next step in the evolution of municipal hydrogen energy. Together, with the Council’s approval, the Cities will form the First Public Hydrogen Authority (“FPH₂”). As its name indicates, FPH₂ would be the first of its kind in the United States. Through this joint powers authority, the participating cities will make history in the adoption and deployment of renewable energy.
Staff Report
Joint Powers Agreement First Public Hydrogen Authority 4891-4096-0214 FINAL_Approved by Industry JNB 2.
Appointments to the Board of Directors of the First Public Hydrogen Authority.
Recommendation(s):
1. Appoint five board members to the First Public Hydrogen Authority Board of Directors, as outlined in this staff report.
2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to finalize and execute any related documents in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Together with fellow renewable energy innovator the City of Industry, the City of Lancaster is seeking to form the world’s First Public Hydrogen Authority (FPH₂). The Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for First Public Hydrogen Authority outlines the process for the establishment of FPH₂’s inaugural Board of Directors. The responsibility for five of these initial appointments rests with the City of Lancaster, while the City of Industry will appoint one additional board member.
Each proposed Board Member brings a wealth of expertise in the renewable energy space, and will lend both credibility and unique insights as the team seeks to build and strengthen this nascent organization.
Staff Report
COUNCIL REPORTS
CR1.
Council Reports
HOUSING AUTHORITY - CONSENT CALENDAR
HA CC 1.
Housing Successor Annual Report Regarding the Low-and-Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund.
Recommendation(s):
1. Authorize submittal of the Housing Successor 2023-2024 Annual Report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development.
This Housing Successor Agency Annual Report regarding the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 has been prepared pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 34176.1(f). This Report details the activities of the City of Lancaster acting as the Successor Housing Agency (LHA) during Fiscal Year 2023-2024. As required by California law, the Report provides an annual, independent financial audit on the housing assets and activities of the LHA.
Staff Report
Housing Successor 2023-2024 Annual Report
Asset List 120524
HA CC 2.
Lancaster University Center Lease Amendment
Recommendation(s):
1. Approve lease amendment for real property to Cal State Long Beach’s Extension Campus at the Lancaster University Center through January 31, 2025.
2. Authorize the Executive Director, or his designee, to sign all documents related to the lease agreement and all amendments, subject to City Attorney approval.
Real property known as Lancaster University Center, located at 45356 Division Street, 93535, has been leased to California State Long Beach (CSULB), for its bachelor's degree program in engineering annually since 2013.
Staff Report
CSULB Amendment No. 1 Lease Extension_CD (1) (1)
Levine Act Attestation - CSULB for the City of Lancaster (1)
LANCASTER FINANCING AUTHORITY
No action required at this time.
LANCASTER POWER AUTHORITY
No action required at this time.
SUCCESSOR AGENCY - CONSENT CALENDAR
SA CC 1.
Successor Agency Administrative Budgets for the Periods July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, and January 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 Recommendation:
Adopt
Resolution No. ________
, approving the Successor Agency of the Former Redevelopment Agency to the City of Lancaster Administrative Budgets for the periods of July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 and January 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026, as detailed in Attachments A & B.
Health and Safety Code Section 34177(j) require successor agencies to adopt six-month budgets. These budgets are developed from the enforceable obligations listed on the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for the period July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Each budget recommended for approval covers the corresponding six-month periods of July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 and January 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026.
Staff Report
OB (1) Adopt Reso Approving Successor Agency Budget for 7-1-25 to 6-30-2026 OB SR (1) - Attachment A & B
SA CC 2.
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for the Period July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026 .
Recommendation:
Adopt
Resolution No. _______
approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for the period July 1,2025 to June 30, 2026, and directing staff to bring it before the County of Los Angles Consolidated Oversight Board for approval.
Health & Safety Code Section 34177(o)(1) requires the Successor Agencies of the previous redevelopment agencies to prepare Recognized Obligation Payment Schedules (ROPS) that list obligations to be paid for the coming July 1 to June 30. These schedules are used by the County Auditor-Controller in determining the amount of property tax revenues to distribute to the Successor Agency.
Staff Report - 2024-12-06T163226.827
OB (2) Adopt Reso Approving ROPS for 7-1-25 to 6-30-2026 OB SR (2) ROPS 25-26
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CITY COUNCIL / AGENCY/ AUTHORITY COMMENTS
CLOSED SESSION
1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation: significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.9(d) (2) - four potential cases.
2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation: consideration of initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (4) – four potential cases.
3. Conference Involving a Joint Powers Agency: Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.96 Discussion will concern: Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District v. United States Environmental Protection
Agency, et al. 9
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Cir. Case No. 23-1614 Name of local agency representative on joint powers agency board: Marvin Crist, Ken Mann
4. Antelope Valley Groundwater Cases Included Action:
Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40 v. Diamond Farming Co.
Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, Case No. BC325201; Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40 v. Diamond Farming Co.
Superior Court of California, County of Kern, Case No. S-1500-CV-254-348; Wm. Bolthouse Farms, Inc. v. City of Lancaster, Diamond Farming Co. v.
City of Lancaster, Diamond Farming Co. v. Palmdale Water District Superior Court of California County of Riverside, consolidated actions; Case Nos. RIC 353 840, RIC 344 436, RIC 344 668
5. Brisa Mahoney, et al. v. City of Lancaster, et al., LASC Case No. 2OSTCV02556
6. Romines v. City of Lancaster, et al,, LASC Case No. 20AVCV00345
7. Moujan v. City of Lancaster et al., LASC Case No. 20AVCV00205
8. Lancaster v. Netflix, et al., LASC 21STCV01881
9. Castro v. Lancaster
10. Montenegro v. Green, LASC Case No. 22AVCV01050
11. Perez v. Lancaster, LASC Case No. 23AVCV00577
12. City of Whittier v. Superior Court, LASC Case No. 23 STCP03579
ADJOURNMENT
Next Regular Meeting:
January 14, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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