CC_HA_SA Minutes 12/7/2022 5PM & 7PM
1 MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL/HA/SA
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
38300 SIERRA HIGHWAY, SUITE B
PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA
DECEMBER 7, 2022
www.cityofpalmdale.org
5:00 P.M.
1) CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hofbauer called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
2) ROLL CALL
MAYOR HOFBAUER, MAYOR PRO TEM LOA,
COUNCILMEMBERS BISHOP, BETTENCOURT
PRESENT: Steven Hofbauer, Richard J Loa, Austin Bishop, Laura Bettencourt.
ABSENT: None.
3) PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
None.
4) PRESENTATION BY CITY ATTORNEY
Interim City Attorney Porter confirmed all items would be heard as listed.
4.1) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING
LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of case: John J. Murphy v. City of Palmdale
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case Number: 22STCV22544 Related City Claim Number: 2022-007
4.2) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Shanae Smith, Patricia Nevarez and Michael "Mike" Behen vs. City of Palmdale, et al.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 22STCV18219
This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
4.3) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION
Ricci v. City of Palmdale, et al.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 22STCV01269
This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1).
5) ANNOUNCEMENT BY CITY ATTORNEY
Interim City Attorney Porter announced there was no reportable action.
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2 6) ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION MEETING
Mayor Hofbauer adjourned the meeting at 7:00 p.m.
7:00 P.M.
Mayor Hofbauer called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
7) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE IN HONOR OF OUR TROOPS
Commissioner Denny led the pledge of allegiance.
8) ROLL CALL MAYOR/CHAIR HOFBAUER, MAYOR PRO TEM/VICE CHAIR LOA,
COUNCILMEMBERS/DIRECTORS/COMMISSIONERS CARRILLO, BISHOP,
BETTENCOURT COMMISSIONERS FRAGA-SAENZ, DENNY
PRESENT: Steven Hofbauer, Richard J Loa, Austin Bishop, Laura Bettencourt, Christina Fraga-Saenz, Phil Denny.
ABSENT: None.
9) PRESENTATIONS
9.1) Mayor Hofbauer presented the cute critter available for adoption at the Palmdale Animal Care Center.
10) WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTION(S) and ORDINANCE(S) Motion: Move to waive full reading of the Resolution (s) and/or Ordinance(s) to be considered and voted on at this meeting.
Moved by Richard J Loa, seconded by Austin Bishop.
Vote: Motion carried (4-0)
Yes: Steven Hofbauer, Richard J Loa, Austin Bishop, Laura Bettencourt.
11) PUBLIC COMMENTS ON LISTED AGENDA ITEMS (EXCLUDING PUBLIC
HEARINGS)
None.
12) HOUSING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR
12 . 1) Approve and accept the Housing Authority of the City of Palmdale’s 2021- 2022 Annual Report prepared pursuant to California Health & Safety Code §34176.1 and direct staff to post the report on the City’s website. (Staff Reference Interim Assistant City Man ager Miller - Prepared by Housing Manager Reyes)
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3 12 . 2) Approve the minutes from the previous meetings. (Staff Reference: Acting City Clerk Scott)
HA - August 3, 2022
HA - September 7, 2022
Motion: Approve all items listed on the Housing Authority Consent Calendar.
Moved by Richard J Loa, Christina Fraga-Saenz.
Vote: Motion carried (6-0)
Yes: Steven Hofbauer, Richard J Loa, Austin Bishop, Laura Bettencourt, Christina Fraga-Saenz, Phil Denny.
13) ADJOURN HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING
Mayor Hofbauer adjourned the Housing Authority meeting at 7:12 p.m.
14) CONSENT CALENDAR
14.1) Receive and file the Monthly Investment Reports for October 2022. (Staff Reference: Director of Finance Samson)
14.2) Receive and file the Special Tax Annual Report for CFD 2003 -1 (Anaverde), CFD 05 -1 (Trade and Commerce), and CFD 16 -1 (Joshua Ranch Water Supply and Maintenance Services) in accordance with Senate Bill 165, section 53411 of the California Government Code. (Staff Reference: Director of Finance Samson)
14.3) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2022 -121, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale Making Legally Required Findings for Extending Remote Teleconference Participation for Meetings of the City Council and its Related and/or Subordinate Legislative Bodies. (Staff Reference: Interim City Attorney Porter)
14.4) Approve Supplemental Agreement No. 1 with Manhole Adjusting, Inc., for PN 866, Sewer Manhole Adjustments and Rehabilitation Project, in the amount of $53,550 and determine this action is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). (Staff Reference: Director of Public Works Glidden)
14.5) Approve the minutes from the previous meetings. (Staff Reference: Acting City Clerk Scott)
CC - October 19, 2022
CC - October 24, 2022
CC/SA - November 2, 2022
Motion: Approve all items listed on the Consent Calendar. Moved by Richard J Loa, seconded by Austin Bishop.
Vote: Motion carried (4-0)
Yes: Steven Hofbauer, Richard J Loa, Austin Bishop, Laura Bettencourt.
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4 15) PUBLIC HEARINGS
15.1) Adopt Resolution No. CC -2022-117, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving Gun Dealer Permit 22 -12 for United Tactical LLC located at 190 Sierra Court, Suite B216 for adoption. (Staff Reference:
Economic and Community Development Director Garibay - Presented by Business License Coordinator Andrews)
Business License Coordinator Andrews read the title of Resolution No. CC 2022-117 and provided a detailed overview on the item.
Jared Stall, applicant, provided Council with his background and work history.
Mayor Hofbauer called for Public Comments.
Public Comments: None.
A motion was made and carried unanimously to close the Public Comments.
Motion: Adopt Resolution No. CC-2022-117.
Moved by Richard J Loa, seconded by Austin Bishop.
Vote: Motion carried (4-0)
Yes: Steven Hofbauer, Richard J Loa, Austin Bishop, Laura Bettencourt.
15.2) Introduce and Adopt Urgency Ordinance No. U -1602, an Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending in its entirety Sections
3.14.010 and 3.14.020 of the Palmdale Municipal Code regarding the signature authority for signing of checks and warrants. (Staff reference:
Director of Finance Samson)
Deputy Director of Finance Lauzon provided a brief overview of the staff report and read the title of Ordinance No. U-1602.
Mayor Hofbauer called for Public Comments.
A motion was made and carried unanimously to closed the Public Comments.
Councilmember Bettencourt asked if the change was permanent and Interim City Manager Perez stated th e warrants are kept online, two signatures are required for checks, and the ordinance can be brought back at a future date for modification.
Motion: Introduce and Adopt Urgency Ordinance No. U-1602.
Moved by Richard J Loa, seconded by Laura Bettencourt.
Vote: Motion carried (4-0)
Yes: Steven Hofbauer, Richard J Loa, Austin Bishop, Laura Bettencourt.
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5 16) PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
Marsha Furman commented on the agenda language for public hearings, Christmas lights at the parks, and speaker forms.
17) INFORMATIONAL REPORT FROM MAYOR AND / OR COUNCILMEMBERS ON
THEIR VARIOUS COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIPS AND MEETINGS ATTENDED AT
PUBLIC EXPENSE
17.1) COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIPS.
• ANTELOPE VALLEY AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT -
Councilmember Bishop reported that the AVAQMD provided a $144,000 grant to Hemmy Hey and Feed for purchase of newer equipment to provide less pollution and cleaner air to the environment • ANTELOPE VALLEY TRANSIT AUTHORITY - Mayor Pro Tem Loa attended the AVTA meeting and reported Mayor Hofbauer was presented with a plaque
• LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT - Mayor Pro Tem Loa stated he attended the Los Angeles County Sanitation District meeting
Councilmember Bishop reported the following:
• Attended the Visit Palmdale meeting
• Stated PRWA and Audit Committee meetings were dark due to the holidays
• Stated B21 Raider was revealed last Friday and can be viewed on the Edwards Air Force Base YouTube page
• The Anaverde community had a snow day event;
• Announced Council is working hard to get the film industry in Palmdale • Praised Parks and Recreation staff for the holiday decorations • Announced the Christmas Parade would be held on Saturday, December 10th starting at 10am.
Mayor Pro Tem Loa reported the following:
• Attended a meeting with the City Manager
• Attended the Spanish talk radio
• Met with Department of Mental Health and various stakeholders to deliver services to people who are being affected by mental health issues. The City is considering the West Hollywood model for the Medical Emergency Teams (MET) and was presented with the San Gabriel program
• Attended the unveiling of the Revolution sculpture at the Auto Mall.
Mayor Hofbauer reported the following:
• Attended the B21 roll out event
• Air Force Plant 42 Air Traffic Control Tower dedication • He spoke to the staff from Wright Patterson Air Force Base regarding opening the airport for commercial air service
• Attended holiday dinner at Plant 42
• Attended several ribbon cuttings
17.2) MEETINGS ATTENDED AT PUBLIC EXPENSE