accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15164 and identified that there were no new or additional significant impacts that were not already addressed by the EIR.
e) The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements are not likely to cause serious public health and safety problems.
The discharge of waste from the proposed subdivision into an existing community sewer system will not result in violation of existing requirements prescribed by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board. No violation will be created because the applicant is required to comply with the Conditions of Approval, which require Department of Water Resources approval for location of sanitary sewer trunk lines, and preparation of a sewer area study to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the Los Angeles County Sanitation District. The Application does not propose to change the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements. f) The tentative map design provides for future passive or natural heating or cooling opportunities in the subdivision to the extent feasible.
The proposed project includes modifications to the Conditions of Approval for TTM 61894 which include modifications to the timing of the design and construction of the bridge over the California Aqueduct, as well as minor changes to the ultimate width of portions of Bridge Road. No physical reconfiguration or change of use is proposed. The development is designed with adequate dimensions to maximize the opportunities for passive and natural heating and cooling. The topography of the site has been considered in the maximization of passive or natural heating and cooling opportunities. Based upon a review of the TTM, each lot meets or exceeds the minimum size, width, and depth requirements as specified within the SP and PMC. In addition, the proposed modifications to the Conditions of Approval does not physically alter development of the project because the single-family and multiple-family residences are intended to be developed as previously approved.
g) The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will not conflict with easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of the private property within the proposed subdivision, or the design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will conflict with the easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision but alternate easements which are substantially equivalent to those previously acquired by the public will be provided.
The case planner’s review of the title report for the site revealed that the design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will not conflict with easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of Resolution No. CC 2024-039
property within the proposed subdivision because the existing easements along the western portion of the project site will not be altered by the proposed project. In addition, the approved Conditions of Approval within Resolution No. PC-2021-017 require dedication and improvement of publicly owned rights-of-way, storm drains, and other drainage facilities easements. The public improvements required for the subdivision are reasonable and proportional to the impacts caused by the proposed development and are necessary in order to provide access for future residents and patrons within the project, protect the subdivision, and surrounding properties, and promote the safety of the general public. h) The proposed subdivision, including any proposed phasing, represents orderly development of the project site and surrounding area.
The proposed subdivision, including any proposed phasing, represents orderly development of the project site and surrounding area because the SP land use designation is compatible with the adjacent existing and proposed uses, which include single-family residences, schools, parks and a fire station. In addition, the subdivision provides connections to the existing tract to the north and east and future connections to potential future development of the property to the west. Furthermore, the public improvements required for this subdivision are phased to meet the needs of the proposed subdivision by providing protection to the subdivision and surrounding properties from flooding impacts and promoting the safety of the general public through adequate infrastructure design.
SECTION 4. Based on the findings and conclusions set forth in Sections 1, 2, and 3 above, the City Council approves MOD24-0003 to revise the Conditions of Approval for TTM 61894 as set forth in Exhibit B.
Resolution No. CC 2024-039
SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 3rd day of April, 2024. _________________________________
Approved as to form: Austin Bishop, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________ _________________________________ William P. Curley, III Rochelle Scott, Acting City Clerk City Attorney
I, Rochelle Scott, Acting City Clerk of the City of Palmdale, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Palmdale at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 3 rd day of April, 2024, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:___________________________________________________________ ABSTAIN:______________________ABSENT:___________________________ Date:
Rochelle Scott, Acting City Clerk
EXHIBIT A
AERIAL MAP
FOR MOD24-0003 FOR TENTATIVE
TRACT MAP 61894
Avenue S
Specific
Plan Area
N
TTM 61894
EXHIBIT B
MOD24-0003
REVISED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 61894
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
31 The applicant shall be required to construct street improvements for Avenue S and Bridge Road as follows: (TE)
31.4 The applicant shall submit all necessary design documents and permit applications to the appropriate agencies, pay the appropriate review and permitting fees, and receive approval for the construction of Bridge Road between Elizabeth Lake Road and Avenue S prior to the occupancy of the 112th 448th dwelling unit within TTM 61894 or the beginning of construction within any other TTM within the boundaries of the Specific Plan, whichever occurs first.
31.5 The applicant shall complete construction, inspection, and receive approval from the appropriate agencies of Bridge Road, which shall cross the California Aqueduct, between Elizabeth Lake Road and Avenue S prior to the occupancy of the 223 rd 518th dwelling unit within TTM 61894 or the occupancy of any unit in any other TTM within the boundaries of the Specific Plan, whichever occurs first. A surety bond in an amount sufficient to cover the cost of construction of Bridge Road shall be posted prior to or in conjunction with the issuance of the 450th residential building permit.
These requirements are based upon the assumptions of the phasing as shown in the traffic study prepared by DKS (i.e. the first phase includes 2,930 total units and the second phase includes an additional 1,015 units, for a total of 3,945 units). If the traffic study is modified in a manner that adjusts the unit count in each phase, then adjustments to the timing and requirements specified within this Condition of Approval may be warranted at the discretion of the City Engineer.
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE MET PRIOR TO THE STAMPING OF ANY FUTURE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP BEYOND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 61894 FOR CONDITION COMPLIANCE:
52 Bridge Road from Avenue S to the bridge over the aqueduct shall be designed and constructed with an 80-foot right-of-way width and a curb-to-curb width of 64-feet.
Bridge Road from the bridge over the aqueduct to Elizabeth Lake Road shall be designed and constructed with a 70-foot right-of-way width and a curb-to-curb width of 54-feet. between intersections from Elizabeth Lake Road through the Avenue S intersection to the southern border of TTM 61894. Approaching each intersection with the exception of Avenue S and Elizabeth Lake Road, Bridge Road Exhibit B
Revised Conditions of Approval
MOD24-0003 for TTM 61894
shall be widened to a minimum right-of-way width of 111 feet and a curb-to-curb width of 95 feet to accommodate the necessary turn lanes. Design shall be subject to the approval of the City Engineer and shall include a minimum 4-foot wide median. The minimum right-of-way width north and south of Avenue S shall be a minimum of 110 feet with a minimum curb-to-curb width of 88 feet, for a minimum length of 600 feet. The minimum right-of-way width at Elizabeth Lake Road shall be a minimum of 91 feet with a minimum curb-to-curb width of 75 feet, for a minimum length of 500 feet. (TE)
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO OR IN CONJUNCTION WITH RECORDATION OF THE 61894 FINAL MAP OR ANY PHASE THEREOF:
127 Design and construction of Avenue S and Bridge Road shall include a 4-foot-wide raised median. (TE)
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS SHALL BE MET PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS FOR ANY NEW PORTION OF THE SPECIFIC PLAN AREA:
The developer shall establish a Community Facilities District (CFD) to fund infrastructure, which shall specifically include the construction of Bridge Road and the bridge over the aqueduct, in addition to other eligible public improvements and fees, prior to the issuance of the first residential building permit in TTM 61894 or in any other portion of the Specific Plan, whichever occurs first.
E c o n o m i c a n d C o m m u n i t y D e v e l o p m e n t D e p a r t m e n t P l a n n i n g D i v i s i o n
Major Modification 24-0003
Palmdale City Council
April 3, 2024
Proposal
• A request to amend
the conditions of
approval for TTM
61894 regarding the
timing of the
construction of
Bridge Road and
requiring formation
of a new Community
Facilities District
Background
• 1992: City Ranch Specific Plan adopted
• 2005: TTM 61894 approved
• 2021: Anaverde Nuevo adopted, conditions for TTM
61894 amended
• Nov 10, 2024: TTM 61984 expiration
Development to Date
Status Number of
Units
Total Approved Units: 3,497
Constructed to Date: 1,627
Total Number of Unconstructed
Units Remaining: 1,870
Entitled, Not Constructed:
(TTM 61894) 448
Proposed Changes to Conditions of Approval
• Form a new Community Facilities District for
infrastructure (including the bridge).
Currently
Required Timing
Proposed
Timing
Bridge Design
Completion
112th unit 448th unit
Construction
Completion
223rd unit 518th unit
PC Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. CC 2024-039 approving
Major Modification (MOD) 24-0003 and finding
that the environmental impacts of the proposed
project are addressed by the Environmental
Impact Report (EIR) and subsequent
Addendum prepared for the Anaverde Nuevo
Specific Plan
CITY OF PALMDALE
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
_____________________________________________________________________
M E M O R A N D U M
_____________________________________________________________________ DATE: APRIL 3, 2024
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
DISTRICT: 1
SUBJECT: CONTINUE ITEM 7.2 - ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. CC 2024-017, DENYING APPEAL 24-0002 AND UPHOLDING PLANNING
COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. PC-2024-001 TO DENY
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 23-0001, ZONE CHANGE 23-0002,
AND SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 22-001
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
Continue Item 7.2 – Adopt Resolution No. CC 2024-017, denying appeal 24-0002 and upholding Planning Commission Resolution No. PC-2024-001 to deny General Plan Amendment 23-0001, Zone Change 23-0002, and Specific Plan Amendment 22-001 to July 17, 2024, City Council meeting to allow additional time for the appointed subcommittee consisting of Mayor Austin Bishop and Councilmember Eric Ohlsen to continue working with the appellant’s, Renaissance Holdings LLC and Land Developers and Associates, and the stakeholders associated with the Palmdale Auto Mall to agree upon an amicable conclusion or solution.
City Council Staff Report
DATE: APRIL 3, 2024
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT
CITY CLERK DIVISION
DISTRICT: ALL
SUBJECT: DISCUSSION ON PROVIDING LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION
SERVICES AT REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
RECOMMENDATION
Council consideration to provide language interpretation services at all regular City Council meetings.
BACKGROUND
At the February 21, 2024, meeting, the Council directed staff to conduct research on how cities handle requests for language interpretation services at council meetings and bring forth the information at a future council meeting.
DISCUSSION
The City offers language interpretation services at Council meetings on a by -request basis, with a minimum of 72 hours advance notice.
Staff surveyed 29 cities and out of the 29 cities the following information was confirmed:
59% require a 24, 48, or 72-hour request for interpretation services; 24% have an outside interpreter at every meeting; and, 17% have staff on standby to interpret as needed.
A detailed list of the cities surveyed is provided in the attached table.
The average cost for interpretation services, including equipment when needed, is approximately $2,400 per meeting, with an average of 24 meetings per year. If directed to move forward with providing services at each City Council meeting, the fiscal impact would be $57,600 annually.
Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Discussion on providing language interpretation services at regular City Council meetings
April 3, 2024
FISCAL IMPACT
$0; there is no fiscal impact associated with this action; however, if directed to move forward, the fiscal impact for the remainder of FY 2023-24 would be $14,400.
STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal II: Ensure long-term fiscal health of the City and maintain funding for services.
A. Involve and expand engagement to enhance public oversight and transparency.
Prepared by: Rochelle Scott, Acting City Clerk
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Director of Operations Approved by: Ronda Perez, City Manager
Approved as to form: William P. Curley, III, City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS
Table - Language Interpretation Services at City Council Meeting Language Interpretation Services at City Council Meeting *N/A indicates the city currently has a translator at every mee?ng.
City Population Demographic Noticing Time Service Provided By Baldwin Park 69,455 African American – 1%
American Indian – 3.1%
Asian – 22.2%
Hispanic – 72.8%
White – 26.5%
N/A Outside provider
Bell 32,466 African American – 2.6%
American Indian – 1.1%
Asian – 1.3%
Hispanic – 89.1%
White – 46.6%
N/A Outside provider
Bellflower 76,405 African American – 12.2%
American Indian – 1.3%
Asian – 11.5%
Hispanic – 60.1%
White – 25%
24 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Buena Park 82,450 African American – 2.4%
Asian – 32.7%,
Hispanic – 40%,
White – 38.3%,
48 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Burbank 105,833 African American – 3.1%
Asian – 12.0%,
Hispanic – 24.2%,
White – 64.1%
48 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Corona 159,567 African American – 5.9%
American Indian – 1.1%
Asian – 10.9%,
Hispanic – 48.4%,
White – 46.3%
Staff on standby Staff
Language Interpretation Services at City Council Meeting *N/A indicates the city currently has a translator at every mee?ng.
City Population Demographic Noticing Time Service Provided By Covina 49,489 African American – 3.5%
Asian – 13.7%
American Indian – 1.4%
Hispanic – 61.8%
White – 40.9%
48 hours Staff
Downey 109,934 African American – 3.8%
Asian – 7.2%,
Hispanic – 74.4%,
White – 37%
24 to 48 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Escondido 151,114 African American – 2.2%
Asian – 6.4%,
Hispanic – 52%,
White – 53.9%,
72 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Garden Grove 169,254 Asian – 41.7%,
Hispanic – 37.3%,
White – 31.9%
72 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Glendale 189,221 African American – 1.8%
Asian – 13.7%,
Hispanic – 18.9%,
White – 68.6%,
72 hours Staff or the resident
provides their own.
Huntington
Beach
194,310 African American – 1.2%
Asian – 12.5%,
Hispanic – 19.7%,
White – 65.8%,
48 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Huntington
Park
52,633 American Indian – 1.7%
Hispanic – 97%,
White – 34.9%,
N/A Outside provider at
every meeting
Lancaster 169,185 African American – 21.2%,
Asian – 4.1%
Hispanic – 45.3%,
White – 41.5%,
72 hours Outside provider or staff
upon request
Language Interpretation Services at City Council Meeting *N/A indicates the city currently has a translator at every mee?ng.
Long Beach 451,307 African American – 12%,
American Indian – 1.3%
Asian – 12.7%
Hispanic – 44.1%
White – 43.9%
24 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Lynwood 64,086 African American – 8.5%,
American Indian – 1.6%
Hispanic – 87.6%
White – 33%
N/A Outside provider
Montebello 60,569 American Indian – 2.6%
Asian – 13.6%
Hispanic – 78.1%
White – 31%
72 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Norwalk 98,537 African American – 4.5%
Asian – 13.4%,
Hispanic – 69.4%,
White – 27.4%,
48 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Ontario 179,061 African American – 5.6%
Asian – 7.5%,
Hispanic – 70.2%,
White – 35.1%
Staff on standby Staff
Palmdale 165,761 African American – 14%
Asian – 5.7%
Hispanic – 64.9%
White – 18.4%
72 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Pasadena 137,554 African American – 8%
Asian – 17.8%,
Hispanic – 35.3%,
White – 43%,
N/A Outside provider
Language Interpretation Services at City Council Meeting *N/A indicates the city currently has a translator at every mee?ng.
City Population Demographic Noticing Time Service Provided By Pomona 149,831 African American – 5.2%
Asian – 10.5%,
Hispanic – 72.1%,
White – 28%,
N/A Outside provider
Rancho
Cucamonga
176,336 African American – 8.8%
Asian – 14.4%,
Hispanic – 39.5%,
White – 46.8%,
48 hours Outside provider, upon
request
San Fernando 23,685 American Indian – 1.5%
Asian – 2.9%
Hispanic – 92.4%
White – 40.6%
N/A Outside provide3
Santa Clarita 228,700 African American – 4.2%
Asian – 11.0%,
Hispanic – 36.7%,
White – 56.6%,
48 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Santa Monica 91,105 African American – 5.3%
Asian – 8.8%
Hispanic – 17.2%
White – 69%
Staff on standby Staff
South Gate 90,926 African American – 1%,
American Indian – 1.3%
Hispanic – 95.3%
White – 35.5%
Staff on standby Staff
South
Pasadena
25,850 African American – 3.7%
Asian – 33.2%,
Hispanic – 18.2%,
White – 45%,
24 hours Staff
Torrance 145,454 African American – 3.4%
Asian – 37.8%,
Hispanic – 19.3%,
White – 38.9%,
48 to 72 hours Outside provider, upon
request
Language Interpretation Services at City Council Meeting *N/A indicates the city currently has a translator at every mee?ng.
Victorville 137,221 African American – 17.2%,
Asian – 4.5%
Hispanic – 55.4%,
White – 42.1%,
Staff on standby Staff or the resident
provides their own.
CITY OF PALMDALE
OFFICE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: City Clerk
FROM: Austin Bishop, Mayor
SUBJECT: Monthly Informational Report – Events and Meetings DATE: April 3, 2024
During the period March 1, through March 31, 2024, I attended the following meetings and events:
Mar. 1: The Palmdale Aerospace Academy Read Across America Mar. 1: Chick-fil-A New Ownership Grand Opening
Mar. 6: Spanish Talk Radio
Mar. 6: AV EDGE-Luncheon Speaker
Mar. 6: Regular Council Meeting
Mar. 8: AV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 27th Installation Gala Mar. 9: Women’s Symposium
Mar. 9: Hacienda Mi Ranchito Grand Opening
Mar. 10-13: National League of Cities Conference, Washinton DC Mar. 11: Meeting with Senator Alex Padilla
Mar. 11: Meeting with Senator Laphonza Butler
Mar. 12: Meeting with the Department of Transportation
Mar. 12: Meeting with the Federal Railroad Association
Mar. 12: Meeting with Congressman Mike Garcia
Mar. 16: Seasons of Service: Graffiti Abatement
Mar. 16: AV Boots on the Ground Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Ceremony Mar. 17: AQMNI & Disrumpo Community Mural Paint Day
Mar. 17: Palmdale Playhouse Seussical the Musical
Mar. 19: AVAQMD Board Meeting
Mar. 19: Lunch with Tim McCormick of Together California Mar. 20: Regular Council Meeting
Mar. 21: LA County Sanitation District 14 Board of Directors Meeting Mar. 21: LA County Sanitation District 20 Board of Directors Meeting Mar. 21: Antelope Valley Mock Trial Awards Ceremony
Mar. 23: Springfest and Egg Hunt at Palmdale Amphitheater Mar. 23: AV Cesar Chavez Day
Mar. 26: Congressman Mike Garcia recognizes City Ambassadors Mar. 26: GFS Palmdale Film Lab—Palmdale Film Stage
Mar. 28: Fentanyl Awareness Spring Program graduation
Mar. 28: SAVES Spring Basket Distribution