The Council Chamber is open for in-person public comment and seating.
Councilmembers may choose to participate via conference call.
How to observe the meeting virtually:
1. Spectrum local access Channel 27
2. Online live webcast at www.cityofpalmdale.org.
How to Submit Public Comments:
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Verbal comments must be limited to three (3) minutes. Public comments submitted will become part of the official meeting record.
The safety and well-being of employees and the public remains the City's top priority. The City of Palmdale appreciates your patience and understanding during these challenging times.
The City Council is making every effort to follow the spirit and intent of the Brown Act and
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
SPECIAL
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
38300 SIERRA HIGHWAY
SUITE B
PALMDALE, CA 93550
MONDAY, MARCH
7, 2022
3:00 PM
www.cityofpalmdale.org
WELCOME
City Council
Monday, March
7, 2022
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3:00 P.M.
1. MAYOR TO CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
MAYOR HOFBAUER, MAYOR PRO TEM LOA,
COUNCILMEMBERS CARRILLO, BISHOP, BETTENCOURT
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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4. PRESENTATION BY CITY ATTORNEY
4.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION
Jauregui v. City of Palmdale, et al.
Los Angeles County Superior Court
City Council
Monday, March
7, 2022
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This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
4.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: One case.
A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City on the advice of the City Attorney, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant exposure to litigation against the City. The City believes that the facts and circumstances that might result in litigation against the City are not yet known to a potential plaintiff or plaintiffs.
5. ANNOUNCEMENT BY CITY ATTORNEY
6. ADJOURMENT
City Council
Monday, March
7, 2022
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