Agenda packet, regular meeting, first session — Palmdale City Council, April 1, 2025

1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER

Note: All City Council memberships are reflected in their City Council titles.

2. ROLL CALL

MAYOR LOA, MAYOR PRO TEM BETTENCOURT, COUNCILMEMBERS BISHOP,

OHLSEN, ALARC
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3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE

4. PRESENTATIONS

4.1 Housing Department Update.

Housing Dept Update 04.01.25.pptx

PUBLIC COMMENT RULES
“(California Government Code Section 54954.3).
(a) Every agenda for regular meetings shall provide an opportunity for members of the public to directly address the legislative body on any item of interest to the public, before or during the legislative body’s consideration of the item, that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the legislative body, provided that no action shall be taken on any item not appearing on the agenda unless the action is otherwise authorized by subdivision (b) of Section 54954.2 [section omitted].

CITY COUNCIL

REVISED AGENDA

SUCCESSOR AGENCY

CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
38300 SIERRA HIGHWAY

SUITE B
PALMDALE, CA 93550

TUESDAY, APRIL
1, 2025
5:00 PM
www.cityofpalmdaleca.gov

WELCOME
City Council
Tuesday, April
1, 2025
(b) (1) The legislative body of a local agency may adopt reasonable regulations to ensure that the intent of the subdivision (a) is carried out, including, but not limited to, regulations limiting the total amount of time allocated for public testimony on particular issues and for each individual speaker.
(2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1), when the legislative body of a local agency limits time for public comment, the legislative body of a local agency shall provide at least twice the allotted time to a member of the public who utilizes a translator to ensure that non- English speakers receive the same opportunity to directly address the legislative body of a local agency.”

In furtherance of Section 54954.3 of the Brown Act, the public is allotted to speak a total of two (2) minutes on the entirety of the Consent Calendar, Appointment(s), New Business and Closed Session, with two (2) minutes on each Public Hearing, and, if desired, an additional two (2) minutes on items not on the agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. As specified in the Brown Act, a speaker utilizing a translator will receive twice the amount of time specified.

5. PUBLIC COMMENTS

CONSENT CALENDAR, APPOINTMENT(S), NEW BUSINESS, AND CLOSED SESSION: Now is the time for public participation on items listed on the Consent Calendar, Appointment(s), New Business, and Closed Session. Each speaker is allotted two (2) minutes in total for the entirety of the above sections.

6. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar will be enacted by one motion unless an item(s) is pulled by Council, in which case the item(s) will be removed from the Consent Calendar and will be considered separately following this portion of the Agenda.

6.1 Receive and File the Monthly Investment Activity Reports for February 2025.

SR Monthly Investment Reports Feb 2025.docx

Rpt. Monthly Investment Reports Feb 2025.pdf

6.2 Approve Second Amendment to Agreement with Taft Electric Company for electrical services, increasing the agreement by $394,137 for a total not to exceed amount of $664,137 for a three-year and eleven month term through July 31, 2025.

SR Agrmt No. A-7526 Second Amendment with Taft Electric Company.docx

Agrmt No. A-7526 Second Amendment with Taft Electric Company.pdf

Agrmt No. A-7526 First Amendment with Taft Electric Company.pdf

Agrmt No. A-7526 with Taft Electric Company.pdf

6.3 Approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

CC 03 18 2025.pdf
City Council
Tuesday, April
1, 2025

6.4 Waive full reading of the Resolution(s) and/or Ordinance(s) to be considered and voted on at this meeting. (This allows for reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text).

7. APPOINTMENTS

7.1 Approve Appointment of Public Member to the Palmdale Recycled Water Authority (PRWA).

SR PRWA Appointment.docx

Apps PRWA.pdf

8. NEW BUSINESS

8.1 Adopt Ordinance No. 1655, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palmdale, California, a chartered city, repealing and rescinding Section 2.08.010 of Title 2 of the Palmdale Municipal Code and adopting a new Section 2.08.010 of Title 2 of the Palmdale Municipal Code, establishing the annual selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem by majority vote of the entire City Council.

SR Ord. No. 1655.docx

Ord. No. 1655.doc

9. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

10. NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS
:

Now is the time for public participation on items not listed on the agenda. Each speaker is allotted two (2) minutes total.

11. COUNCIL REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

12. PRESENTATION BY CITY ATTORNEY

12.1 This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54957

Public Employee Performance Evaluation

Title: City Attorney

12.2 This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54957

City Council
Tuesday, April
1, 2025

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE

Title: City Manager

13. ANNOUNCEMENT BY CITY ATTORNEY

14. ADJOURN
meeting to April 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber located at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, California.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if you require a disability- related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (661) 267-5151 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.

If you require oral translation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (661) 267-5151 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.

City Council
Tuesday, April
1, 2025
Housing Department Update
Council Meeting
April 1, 2025
Department of Housing
Palmdale Housing — What does this mean?
• Housing staff (eight positions)
• City of Palmdale Housing Authority
• Development/density bonus agreements
• Monitoring of agreements
• Asset management, apartments, mobile home parks,
neighborhood houses and community garden and loans
• Programs
• Mobile home space rent control
• Grant administration
• Homelessness plan
• In operation:
• Juniper Grove Apartments
• Palmdale Terrace Apartments
• Under construction:
• Together California – foster care
• Homes 4 Families – veteran-owned
• Palmdale Dream Village
• Transit Village Rental Development
• Monitoring of agreements
Development of Affordable Housing
Department of Housing
Housing Authority — Assets
• Housing Authority owns five apartment complexes: Impressions, La Quinta, Park Vista, Summerwood and a 4-unit (295 units total)
• Housing Authority owns three mobile home parks: Boulders at the Lake, Boulders at the Ranch I and Boulders at the Ranch II (780 spaces total) • Neighborhood Houses – Yucca, Manzanita and Tumbleweed • Community Garden – Q3 adjacent to the Yucca Neighborhood House • Vacant Land for development
• Loans
Department of Housing
Impressions Yucca House Boulders
• Minor Home Repair Program (MHRP)
• Home accessibility modifications
• Serving extremely low-income and very low-income
households (seniors, disabled individuals, veterans)
• Up to $30,000 grant assistance per household
• Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funding
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
Rehabilitation Housing Programs
Department of Housing
Assistance Programs
• Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Rehousing
• Tenant-Based Rental Assistance
• Rehabilitation of Single-Family Homes
• Down Payment Assistance
Department of Housing
Mobile Home Space Rent Control
• Housing Division oversees space rent control at
seven privately owned mobile home parks and
monitors rent increases
• Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board considers
rent increase applications by mobile home parks
above annual automatic permissive increase
based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) and
receives report of the status compliance of each
property
• Annual submission of registration and compliance
documentation
Department of Housing
Grants
• Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) – $1.5 Million • Community Development Block Grant CARES Act (CDBG-CV) – $1.9 Million • HOME Investment Partnerships Grant (HOME)
• HOME – ARP
• Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA)
• County – Local Solutions Fund, COG Interim Housing Grant Department of Housing
Homelessness Plan
• Partnership with nonprofits
• Interim housing
• Permanent supportive housing
View the plan at www.CityOfPalmdaleCA.gov/HomelessnessPlanUpdate Department of Housing
City Council Staff Report
DATE: APRIL 1, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT

FINANCE DIVISION
DISTRICT: ALL
SUBJECT: RECEIVE AND FILE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT ACTIVITY REPORTS FOR FEBRUARY 2025

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend that the City Council:

Receive and file the February 2025 monthly investment activity reports for the City of Palmdale and Successor Agency.

BACKGROUND
Pursuant to Section 16 of the City and Successor Agency Investment Policy, the City Treasurer shall prepare and present monthly and quarterly reports on investments to the City Manager/Executive Director and the City Council/Directors. The reports shall detail the type of investment, issuer’s name, purchase date, maturity date, amount of deposit, and interest rate. This information shall be provided for all City and Successor Agency pooled investments and for Certificates of Participation, Revenue Bonds, Ta x Allocation Bonds, Assessment Districts, and Community Facilities District accounts managed by outside Fiscal Agents.

The monthly investment reports provide a synopsis of the City and Successor Agency’s investment activity. They provide information on assets, allocations, average maturities, yields, and book valuations. The interest rates presented are the most current rates available as of the date of this report.

The market values presented for pooled City and Successor Agency investments are based on closing prices for the related investment as of the date of this report. This information was obtained from the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg Financial Markets, Capital Market Finances, or other reliable sources of market prices.

Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Monthly Investment Reports
April 1, 2025

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DISCUSSION
Compliance with Investment Policy
For February, the City’s invested portfolio totaled $320,901,760, a decrease of $4,782,522 from the previous month and an increase of $3,010,544 compared to the prior year. The monthly decrease resulted from the transfer from Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) to the general bank to cover operating expenditures of the current month.

The par value of Successor Agency’s portfolio as of February was $10,172,677. The balance decreased by $2,012,652 from the prior month due to debt service payments paid during the month.

All investments meet criteria appropriate to Section 8 of the Investment Policy. The portfolios are based on a combination of various investments, including CDs, Corporate Notes, US Treasury Securities, and Government Agency Paper, each adhering to portfolio percentage limitations.

The Finance Division is the custodian for the City and Successor Agency’s investment portfolio and follows the three main principles of both entities’ investment policies: 1) Investment in financial instruments that mitigate the risk of monetary losses stemming from market fluctuations; 2) Establish and maintain a portfolio that has sufficient liquidity to allow the City and Successor Agency to meet all anticipated cash requirements; and, 3) Seek out investment instruments that provide a competitive market rate of return.

Liquidity
One core approach the Finance Division focuses on is providing liquidity to meet the City and Successor Agency’s operational requirements. Thus, the City invests in two pooled funds, Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) and the California Asset Management Program (CAMP). These are intended for daily operational activities and can be used during economic uncertainties for ongoing operating and maintenance needs. The pooled funds provide a higher liquidity ratio to ensure the City and Successor Agency meet cash flow requirements.

The City’s LAIF balance at the end of February was $110,008,322, a decrease of $5,000,000 from the prior month due to the transfer of funds from LAIF to the City’s general bank account to fund ongoing operating expenditures of the current month.

The Successor Agency’s LAIF balance at the end of February was $3,857,312, with no changes from the prior month.

Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Monthly Investment Reports
April 1, 2025

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The City’s CAMP balance at the end of February was $52,169,146 compared to $51,989,186 in January. The increase is due to gained interest during the month.

The interest rates presented are the most current rates available as of the date of this report. As of February 28, 2025, the interest rates for LAIF and CAMP investments were at 4.333 percent and 4.51 percent, respectively. By comparison, the LAIF and CAMP interest rates at the end of January were 4.366 percent and 4.55 percent. This time last year, LAIF and CAMP rates were at 4.122 percent and 5.50, respectively.

The chart above shows the LAIF and CAMP average monthly yields from May 2024 through February 2025. The difference between the two funds’ performance is primarily due to their varying pool characteristics. CAMP’s portfolio composition is more prone to market volatility, resulting in performance variations.

Diversity
The Finance Division aims to diversify the investment portfolios to avoid incurring unreasonable and avoidable risks regarding specific security types or individual financial institutions.

The City and Successor Agency’s investment portfolios remain strongly diversified. The monthly reports include all investments held by both entities and current book values as of February 28, 2025.

The City and Successor Agency are expected to have sufficient funds to meet its expenditure requirements for the next six months. The Finance Division will continue to monitor current economic conditions and the impact on interest rates.

4.33% 4.48% 4.52% 4.58% 4.58% 4.52% 4.48% 4.43% 4.37% 4.33%

5.43% 5.43% 5.43% 5.41% 5.29% 5.03% 4.87% 4.73% 4.55% 4.51%

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Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Monthly Investment Reports
April 1, 2025

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Attached are summaries of the investments in the City and Successor Agency’s books as of February 28, 2025.

FISCAL IMPACT
$0; There is no fiscal impact associated with the recommended actions for this report.

STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal II: Ensure long-term fiscal health of the City and maintain funding for services.

B. Manage resources, costs, and liabilities to ensure the City’s long-term fiscal health.

C. Involve and expand engagement to enhance public oversight and transparency.

Prepared by: Janelle Samson, Director of Operations
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
Rpt. Monthly Investment Reports Feb 2025

CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025

PURCHASE MATURITY ACCOUNT/ INTEREST PAR PURCHASE INVESTED

DATE DATE FUND INSTITUTION RATE AMOUNT AMOUNT AMOUNT
U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES Yield
03-19-21 12-31-25 CITY 9128285T3 U.S. Treasury Note 2.63 3,000,000.00 3,260,634.36 2,902,140.00 05-11-21 02-28-26 CITY 9128286F2 U.S. Treasury Note 0.66 3,000,000.00 3,261,331.50 2,888,310.00 07-12-21 12-31-25 CITY 9128285T3 U.S. Treasury Note 2.63 5,000,000.00 5,451,958.35 4,836,900.00 03-08-23 03-31-26 CITY 9128286L9 U.S. Treasury Note 2.25 3,200,000.00 3,029,330.80 3,064,000.00 01-03-24 12-31-26 CITY 912828YX2 U.S. Treasury Note 0.04 5,000,000.00 4,696,880.23 4,666,600.00 01-03-24 06-30-27 CITY 91282CEW7 U.S. Treasury Note 0.04 5,000,000.00 4,897,630.28 4,825,200.00 01-03-24 09-30-27 CITY 91282CFM8 U.S. Treasury Note 0.04 2,500,000.00 2,523,771.66 2,472,450.00 01-08-24 02-15-26 CITY 91282CGL9 U.S. Treasury Note 0.04 5,000,000.00 4,987,205.23 4,932,250.00 01-08-24 06-15-26 CITY 91282CHH7 U.S. Treasury Note 0.04 5,000,000.00 5,001,760.94 4,942,800.00 12-18-24 09-30-29 CITY 91282CFL0 U.S. Treasury Note 0.39 5,000,000.00 4,977,094.45 4,977,094.45 12-18-24 10-31-29 CITY 91282CFT3 U.S. Treasury Note 0.40 5,000,000.00 4,988,321.47 4,988,321.47 12-18-24 11-30-29 CITY 91282CFY2 U.S. Treasury Note 0.39 5,000,000.00 4,942,086.29 4,942,086.29 01-02-25 12-31-29 CITY 91282CGB1 U.S. Treasury Note 0.39 3,000,000.00 2,949,835.02 2,949,192.75 TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES 54,700,000.00$ 54,967,840.58$ 53,387,344.96$

GOVERNMENT AGENCY PAPER
06-10-20 06-16-25 CITY 3133ELK37 Federal Farm Credit 0.78 5,000,000.00 5,000,000.00 4,781,500.00 04-01-21 04-01-25 CITY 3133EMUP5 Federal Farm Credit 0.71 5,000,000.00 5,000,000.00 4,826,404.05 05-11-21 09-04-25 CITY 3133EJYM5 Federal Farm Credit 0.59 1,000,000.00 1,103,275.25 976,880.00 05-11-21 09-04-25 CITY 3133EJYM5 Federal Farm Credit 0.57 2,000,000.00 2,208,460.00 1,953,760.00 06-04-21 11-07-25 CITY 3135G06G3 Fannie Mae 0.55 3,000,000.00 2,993,675.25 2,826,750.00 06-30-21 12-30-25 CITY 3130AMRQ7 Federal Home Loan Note 0.88 3,000,000.00 3,000,000.00 2,821,947.30 07-29-21 04-29-26 CITY 3130AN5C0 Federal Home Loan Note 1.05 4,000,000.00 4,010,455.13 3,734,320.00 12-17-21 11-12-25 CITY 3134GXBM5 Federal Home Loan Note 1.15 1,150,000.00 1,125,785.50 1,082,265.00 12-17-21 06-23-25 CITY 3133ENHW3 Federal Farm Credit 1.17 10,000,000.00 10,000,000.00 9,595,310.20 12-20-21 07-30-25 CITY 3136G4ZP1 Fannie Mae 0.65 3,500,000.00 3,444,175.00 3,339,331.94 12-20-21 09-24-25 CITY 3134GWUG9 Freddie Mac 0.57 10,000,000.00 9,806,600.00 9,459,892.40 12-21-21 12-22-26 CITY 3133ENJC5 Federal Farm Credit 1.29 5,000,000.00 5,000,000.00 4,589,481.35 06-29-22 08-12-25 CITY 3133EL3P7 Federal Farm Credit 3.34 1,810,000.00 1,660,349.20 1,722,111.58 06-29-22 03-28-25 CITY 3130A5DH9 Federal Home Loan Note 3.34 1,950,000.00 1,937,715.00 1,920,301.71 06-24-22 02-26-27 CITY 3130AL5A8 Federal Home Loan Note 3.33 5,000,000.00 4,479,000.00 4,533,218.00 08-17-22 10-27-26 CITY 3134GW4C7 Freddie Mac 0.80 5,000,000.00 4,539,500.00 4,562,202.10 01-06-23 02-25-27 CITY 3130AQRH8 Federal Home Loan Note 4.38 5,000,000.00 4,590,638.89 4,670,265.65 01-06-23 04-19-27 CITY 3130ARHJ3 Federal Home Loan Note 4.38 5,000,000.00 4,801,354.86 4,801,570.80 05-18-23 05-18-27 CITY 3133EPKC8 Federal Farm Credit 5.39 5,000,000.00 5,000,000.00 4,991,602.80 06-05-23 05-30-28 CITY 3133EPLE3 Federal Farm Credit 4.67 2,815,000.00 2,822,746.50 2,790,565.80 05-03-24 05-01-28 CITY 3133ERCX7 Federal Farm Credit 5.17 5,000,000.00 5,000,000.00 5,000,777.50 12-03-24 12-04-29 CITY 3130B3XP3 Federal Home Loan 4.50 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 12-04-24 12-02-27 CITY 3133ERE23 Federal Farm Credit 4.32 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 01-27-25 07-27-27 CITY 3130B4RC7 Federal Home Loan Bank 4.50 3,000,000.00 3,000,000.00 3,000,000.00 01-28-25 07-21-27 CITY 3130B4QA27 Federal Home Loan Bank 4.55 3,000,000.00 3,000,000.00 3,000,000.00 TOTAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY PAPER 97,225,000.00$ 95,523,730.58$ 92,980,458.18$

CITY OF PALMDALE INVESTMENTS

CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025

PURCHASE MATURITY ACCOUNT/ INTEREST PAR PURCHASE INVESTED

DATE DATE FUND INSTITUTION RATE AMOUNT AMOUNT AMOUNT

CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT
01-04-24 06-15-26 CITY 05580A4Y7 BMW Bank of NA 4.03 240,000.00 243,434.40 238,848.00 01-04-24 11-30-27 CITY 46656MVH1 JPMorgan Chase Bank 4.76 240,000.00 242,022.91 240,415.20 01-04-24 12-28-28 CITY 09582YAV4 Blue Ridge Bank 4.09 240,000.00 240,948.00 234,677.60 06-11-24 06-12-28 CITY 59541KCV7 Mid-Missouri Bank 5.15 245,000.00 245,034.57 243,510.50 06-11-24 06-11-26 CITY 38150VUZ0 Goldman Sachs Bank 5.05 245,000.00 245,033.90 245,615.57 06-13-24 06-13-29 CITY 89235MPP0 Toyota Financial SGS 4.65 245,000.00 245,000.00 246,281.17 06-14-24 06-15-26 CITY 34520LBC6 Forbright Bank 5.05 245,000.00 245,000.00 245,699.42 06-14-24 06-14-28 CITY 307811KA6 Farmers & Merchs Bank 5.00 245,000.00 245,000.00 242,169.22 06-14-24 06-14-29 CITY 69503PAB7 Pacific Valley Bank 5.20 245,000.00 245,000.00 243,313.18 06-17-24 06-17-26 CITY 8562855V9 State Bank of India 5.10 245,000.00 245,000.00 245,875.30 06-18-24 06-18-29 CITY 229083AA8 Evangeline Bank & Trust 5.30 245,000.00 245,000.00 245,000.16 06-20-24 06-22-26 CITY 06051XER9 Bank of America NA 5.05 245,000.00 245,000.00 245,737.44 06-21-24 06-22-26 CITY 35634MAE1 Freedom Bank/Maywood NJ 5.05 245,000.00 245,000.00 245,737.72 06-25-24 06-25-29 CITY 09776DAG9 BOM Bank 5.35 245,000.00 245,000.00 245,000.11 TOTAL CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 3,415,000.00$ 3,421,473.78$ 3,407,880.59$ 05-17-23 03-01-26 CITY 30231GAT9 Exxon Mobile Corporation 3.04 1,000,000.00 982,084.11 967,125.82 05-17-23 03-02-26 CITY 194162AQ6 Colgate-Palmolive 4.80 1,000,000.00 1,035,553.33 997,703.43 05-17-23 01-26-26 CITY 742718FY0 Procter & Gamble 4.10 1,000,000.00 1,018,471.67 987,387.46 01-04-24 07-27-26 CITY 61761J3R8 Morgan Stanley 4.70 500,000.00 481,185.25 478,020.00 01-04-24 06-15-26 CITY 46625HRS1 JPMorgan Chase & CO 4.52 500,000.00 484,840.25 481,325.00 01-04-24 03-02-28 CITY 718172CE7 Philip Morris Intl Inc 4.49 500,000.00 474,395.25 466,815.00 01-04-24 04-01-27 CITY 808513BW4 Charles Schaw Corp 4.68 500,000.00 479,390.25 477,190.00 01-09-24 06-02-26 CITY 11271LAA0 Brookfield Fin Inc 5.13 500,000.00 490,115.25 489,610.00 01-09-24 11-28-28 CITY 05565QDH8 BP Capital Markets PLC 4.48 500,000.00 483,460.25 475,490.00 01-09-24 01-28-26 CITY 06406RAQ0 Bank OF NY Mellon Corp 4.52 500,000.00 463,355.25 466,490.00 01-09-24 07-09-27 CITY 22550L2K6 Crdit Suisse New York 4.92 500,000.00 500,910.25 495,950.00 01-09-24 08-15-28 CITY 797440CE2 San Diego G & E 4.49 500,000.00 509,340.25 497,940.00 01-09-24 07-01-27 CITY 75973QAA5 Reneissance Financial 5.01 500,000.00 475,470.25 473,980.00 01-09-24 01-27-26 CITY 780082AD5 Royal Bank of Canada 4.97 500,000.00 496,930.25 492,915.00 08-27-24 02-01-29 CITY 06406RBN6 Bank of NY Mellon Corp 4.20 656,000.00 663,116.29 663,116.29 TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS $9,156,000 $9,038,618 8,911,058.00$

STATE OF CALIFORNIA LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND
09-01-84 n/a CITY 98-19-620 0.78 56,352,264.25 56,352,264.25 56,352,264.25 6-23-2008 n/a PCA 40-19-060 0.78 0.00 0.00 0.00
9-19-2024 n/a PFA 40-19-078 36,500,000.00 36,500,000.00 38,918,234.07 9-28-2021 n/a ARPA 19-19-004 0.78 14,737,823.36 14,737,823.36 14,737,823.36 TOTAL LAIF ACCOUNTS 107,590,087.61$ 107,590,087.61$ 110,008,321.68$

CAMP- CALIFORNIA ASSET MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
6080-01 n/a CITY 6080-01 0.30 52,169,146.01 52,169,146.01 52,169,146.01 TOTAL CAMP ACCOUNTS 52,169,146.01$ 52,169,146.01$ 52,169,146.01$

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES
n/a n/a CITY 0.00 37,550.40 37,550.40 37,550.40
TOTAL UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES ACCOUNTS 37,550.40$ 37,550.40$ 37,550.40$ TOTAL CITY INVESTMENTS 324,292,784.02$ 322,748,447.11$ 320,901,759.82$

CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025

PURCHASE MATURITY ACCOUNT/ INTEREST PAR PURCHASE INVESTED

DATE DATE FUND INSTITUTION RATE AMOUNT AMOUNT AMOUNT

STATE OF CALIFORNIA LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND
11-20-84 n/a LIBRARY 16-19-012 0.78 13,626.52
TOTAL LIBRARY INVESTMENTS 13,626.52$
SIERRA GATEWAY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 91-1
Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association (fka First Trust) 05-10-95 n/a BOND 95421220 0.35 119.06
05-10-95 n/a IMPROVEMENT 95421222 0.10 173,032.68
TOTAL SIERRA GATEWAY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 91-1 173,151.74$

BOND PROCEEDS
RITTER RANCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 93-1
Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association (fka First Trust) 04-06-95 n/a RESERVE-SEN 95420880 n/a 13.73
04-06-95 n/a IMPV-ACQUI 95420884 0.01 2,880,136.42
04-06-95 n/a BOND 95420887 0.15 0.15
TOTAL RITTER RANCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 93-1 2,880,150.30$

BOND PROCEEDS
ANAVERDE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2003-1
Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association (fka First Trust) 08-01-19 n/a SP TAX - B BOND 242969000 0.00 299,322.81
08-01-19 n/a RESERVE 242969003 0.00 722,947.91
08-01-19 n/a SP TAX - REFNDING BOND 242969004 0.01 15,151.37 TOTAL ANAVERDE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2003-1 1,037,422.09$

BOND PROCEEDS
2005 $7.2M COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 05-1 (TRADE AND COMMERCE CENTER) REFUNDED 2021 Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association (fka First Trust) n/a SPEC TRB SER A/B 251009000 0.01 479,146.63
n/a RESERVE FUND 251009001 0.01 639,057.15
TOTAL 2005 $7.2M COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 05-1 (TRADE AND COMMERCE CENTER) REFUNDED 20211,118,203.78$

LIBRARY INVESTMENTS

FISCAL AGENT CASH

CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025

PURCHASE MATURITY ACCOUNT/ INTEREST PAR PURCHASE INVESTED

DATE DATE FUND INSTITUTION RATE AMOUNT AMOUNT AMOUNT

BOND PROCEEDS
2006-1 Godde Hill Estate Sewer Improvements LOIB
Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association (fka First Trust) 11-08-06 n/a REDEMPTION FUND 106844000 0.01 116,241.11
11-08-06 n/a ADM EXP 106844002 0.01 1,780.53
11-08-06 n/a RESERVE FUND 106844003 0.01 93,045.36
TOTAL 2006-1 Godde Hill Estate Sewer Improvements LOIB 211,067.00$ 2015 HA DEBT SERVICE RESERVE
Fiscal Agent: Bank of America
11-19-15 n/a DEBT SVC RESERVE 1257964992 0.08 40,622.83 TOTAL 2015 HA DEBT SERVICE RESERVE 40,622.83$

PARS RESTRICTED CASH FOR PENSION STABILIZATION TRUST FUND 05-23-18 n/a CITY 104790895775 Public Agency Retirement Services2.60 10,188,396.15 TOTAL PARS PENSION TRUST FUND 10,188,396.15$

BOND PROCEEDS
2015 HA $4.3M MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS
Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association (fka First Trust) 09-03-15 n/a BOND FUND 277067000 0.00 164,754.57
09-03-15 n/a INTEREST ACCT 277067001 0.01 5.87
09-03-15 n/a BOND RESERVE 277067003 0.00 281,018.53
09-03-15 n/a REPAIR & REPLACE FUND 277067004 0.00 1,325,892.28 TOTAL 2015 HA $4.3M MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS 1,771,671.25$

CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025

PURCHASE MATURITY ACCOUNT/ INTEREST PAR PURCHASE INVESTED

DATE DATE FUND INSTITUTION RATE AMOUNT AMOUNT AMOUNT

BOND PROCEEDS
2017 PFA $17.4M LEASE REVENUE BONDS
Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association (fka First Trust) 04-05-17 n/a REVENUE FUND 271128000 0.00 0.98
04-05-17 n/a REVENUE REFUNDING BOND 271128001 n/a 0.03
$42,830 n/a REVENUE REFUNDING BOND 271128002 0.10
TOTAL 2017 PFA $17.4M LEASE REVENUE BONDS 1.11$

BOND PROCEEDS
2023 A&B SERIES ACQUISITION & CONSTRUCTION REVENUE BOND Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association (fka First Trust) 248041000 7.49
11-30-23 n/a INTEREST 248041001 560,552.02
11-30-23 n/a REVENUE FUND 248041004 13.54
11-30-23 n/a INTEREST 248041007 0.38
11-30-23 n/a REVENUE FUND 248041008 4,800,221.81
TOTAL 2023 A&B SERIES B ACQUISITION & CONSTRUCTION REV BOND 5,360,795.24$ GRAND TOTAL - FISCAL AGENT CASH 22,781,481.49$
Cash on Hand 11,016,939$
Pooled Cash Investments

City: 313,646,154$
Insur Fund: 7,255,606$ 320,901,760$ Library Investments 13,627$

Subtotal 331,932,326$

City/AD/CFD/PCA/PFA/HA
Fiscal Agent Cash 22,781,481$

Grand total 354,713,807$

The interest rate quoted on LAIF, AIM, and Fiscal Agent/Trustee accounts is the most current rate available.

LAIF & AIM interest rates are as of January 00, 1900.

SUMMARY OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS

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CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025

CITY OF PALMDALE

POOLED CASH - LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND (LAIF), CALIFORNIA ASSET MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (CAMP), & UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES

TRANSACTION INTEREST

DATE DEPOSIT WITHDRAWAL RECEIVED BALANCE
LAIF - CITY ACCOUNT 98-19-620
Beginning Balance 61,352,264.25$
02-21-25 (5,000,000.00)$
Subtotal -$ (5,000,000.00)$ -$ 56,352,264.25$ LAIF - PFA ACCOUNT 40-19-078
Beginning Balance 38,918,234.07$
Subtotal -$ -$ -$ 38,918,234.07$ LAIF - LIBRARY ACCOUNT 16-19-012
Beginning Balance 13,626.52$
Subtotal -$ -$ -$ 13,626.52$ LAIF - ARPA ACCOUNT 19-19-004
Beginning Balance 14,737,823.36$
Subtotal -$ -$ -$ 14,737,823.36$ CAMP
Beginning Balance 51,989,186.34$
02-28-25 179,959.67 $
Subtotal -$ -$ 179,959.67$ 52,169,146.01$ UBS Financial Services
Beginning Balance 32.21$
02-28-25 164,794.23 $
02-28-25 (127,276.04)$
Subtotal -$ (127,276.04)$ 164,794.23$ 37,550.40$ Total -$ (5,402,601.64)$ 620,079.50$ 162,228,644.61$

CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
TN= US Treasury C = Call
FP= Federal Paper M= Maturity
CD= Certificate of Deposit CB= Corporate Bond
FACE

PURCHASE MATURITY VALUE INTEREST NET INVESTED GAIN/

ISSUER DATE DATE REDEEMED RECEIVED FUNDS AMOUNT (LOSS)
-
- -
-$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Total Number of Transactions:

CITY OF PALMDALE

POOLED CASH - INVESTMENTS MATURED OR CALLED

CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
TN = US Treasury
FP = Federal Paper
CD = Certificate of Deposit
CN = Corporate Notes ACCRUED
PURCHASE MATURITY FACE PREMIUM / PURCHASE INTEREST NET Yield

ISSUER DATE DATE VALUE (DISCOUNT) PRICE PURCHASED PURCHASE -
-
-
-$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Total Number of Transactions:

POOLED CASH - INVESTMENTS PURCHASED

SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
February 28, 2025

PURCHASE MATURITY ACCOUNT/ INTEREST INVESTED

DATE DATE FUND INSTITUTION RATE AMOUNT TOTAL
LAIF - SA ACCOUNT 65-19-035
09-01-84 n/a SA Account 65-19-035 0.78 3,857,311.77
3,857,311.77$

FISCAL AGENT CASH

BOND PROCEEDS
CRA - 2002 Sub Lien Tax Allocation Bonds $5.3M ($5,329,748.25) Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association
08-20-02 n/a Reserve Fund 94460700 2.54 533,295.69
08-20-02 n/a Interest Acct 94460701 0.04 41,313.52
08-20-02 n/a Principal Acct 94460702 0.04 369.35

TOTAL CRA - 2002 Sub Lien Tax Allocation Bonds $5.3M ($5,329,748.25) 574,978.56$

BOND PROCEEDS
2016 SA $31.5M Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds Series A
Fiscal Agent: U.S. Bank National Association (fka First Trust) 04-26-16 n/a Debt Service 245113000 0.00 398,880.96
04-26-16 n/a Interest Acc 245113001 N/A 0.00
TOTAL 2016 SA $31.5M Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds Series A 398,880.96$ GRAND TOTAL - FISCAL AGENT CASH 973,859.52$

SUMMARY OF CASH AND INVESTMENTS
Cash on Hand 5,341,505$ 5,343,942.61$
($2,438)
Pooled Cash Investments 3,857,312$ $0
5,341,505.11$
Successor Agency Fiscal Agent Cash 973,860$ *

Grand total 10,172,677$

* The interest rate quoted on LAIF and Fiscal Agent/Trustee accounts is the most current rate available.

LAIF interest rates are as of February 28, 2025.

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SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF PALMDALE

TREASURER'S REPORT OF INVESTMENTS
February 28, 2025

POOLED CASH - STATE OF CALIFORNIA LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND (LAIF)

TRANSACTION INTEREST

DATE DEPOSIT WITHDRAWAL RECEIVED BALANCE
LAIF - SA ACCOUNT 65-19-035
Beginning Balance 3,857,311.77
Subtotal -$ -$ -$ 3,857,311.77$ City Council Staff Report
DATE: APRIL 1, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
DISTRICT: ALL
SUBJECT: APPROVE SECOND AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH TAFT

ELECTRIC COMPANY FOR ELECTRICAL SERVICES, INCREASING
THE AGREEMENT BY $394,137 FOR A TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED
AMOUNT OF $664,137 FOR A THREE-YEAR AND ELEVEN-MONTH
TERM THROUGH JULY 31, 2025

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend that the City Council:

1. Approve Second Amendment to Agreement No. A -7526 with Taft Electric Company for electrical services, increasing the agreement by $394,137 for a total not to exceed amount of $664,137 for a three-year and eleven-month term through July 31, 2025; and,

2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Second Amendment to Agreement No. A-7526 with Taft Electric Company, including minimal and/or non- substantial changes.

BACKGROUND
The pathway lights at DryTown Water Park are original to the park, and current fixtures cannot be updated to accommodate LEDs. Under the terms of the existing contract with Taft Electric Company for as -needed electrical services and repairs , a quote was obtained to procure and replace 100 units in the amount of $394,137.

DISCUSSION
Replacement light fixtures are required to properly convert DryTown Water Park pathway lighting. The new LED fixtures are more energy -efficient, provide enhanced illumination for better visibility, and contribute to improved safety. Additionally, these fixtures align with other parks throughout the City, creating a more cohesive and uniform appearance. Ensuring the lighting is replaced before the start of the 2025 season will Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Approve Second Amendment Agreement No. A-7526 with Taft Electric Company April 1, 2025

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help maintain smooth nighttime operations and avoid potentially higher costs associated with emergency repairs or expedited services.

FISCAL IMPACT
$394,137; Funds are budgeted in DryTown Waterpark’s Capital Improvement Program Project account.

STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal III: Invest in infrastructure to improve community livability.

A. Plan and maintain safe and attractive neighborhoods, streets, facilities, and public spaces with exciting programming that promotes active fun for everyone.

Prepared by: Keri Smith, Director of Parks and Recreation 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
Agrmt. No. A-7526 Second Amendment with Taft Electric Company Agrmt. No. A-7526 First Amendment with Taft Electric Company Agrmt. No. A-7526 Taft Electric Company
2ND AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT A- 7526

BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALMDALE AND TAFT ELECTRIC COMPANY

This 2nd Amendment to Agreement No. A-7526 (“Agreement”) is made and entered into by and between the City of Palmdale (hereinafter called “CITY”) and TAFT ELECTRIC COMPANY (hereinafter called "CONTRACTOR"). This Contract shall become effective on the date of the last signatory.

WHEREAS, on September 1, 2021 ("Original Agreement") the CITY and CONTRACTOR entered into an agreement to provide:

CONTRACTOR shall provide labor, tools, and equipment for electrical repairs and/or service, including electrical installations.

WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the Original Agreement to:

Amend contract to increase contract price.

NOW THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:

1. Section 5 of the Agreement, PRICE, is hereby increased by an additional Three Hundred Ninety-Four Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Seven dollars ($394,137) bringing the total amount of the contract to Six Hundred Sixty-Four Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Seven dollars ($664,137).

All other terms and conditions of the Original Agreement not amended herein, remain in full force and effect.

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In Witness Whereof, the parties hereto have caused this Contract to be executed and attested by their respective officers thereunto duly authorized.

CITY OF PALMDALE:

TAFT ELECTRIC COMPANY:

Ronda Perez
City Manager

Tony Valentino
President/COO
ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

CITY OF PALMDALE
827 East Avenue Q-9
Palmdale, CA 93550

ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

TAFT ELECTRIC COMPANY
1694 Eastman Avenue
Ventura, CA 93003
APPROVE AS TO FORM:

William P. Curley, III
City Attorney

ATTEST:

Roxanne Faber
City Clerk

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BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALMDALE AND TAFT ELECTRIC COMPANY

This First Amendment to Agreement No. A-7526 (“Agreement”) is made and entered into by and between the City of Palmdale (hereinafter called “CITY”) and TAFT ELECTRIC COMPANY (hereinafter called "CONTRACTOR"). This Contract shall become effective on the date of the last signatory.

WHEREAS, on September 1, 2021 ("Original Agreement") the CITY and CONTRACTOR entered into an agreement to provide:

As needed electrical repairs and services, including electrical installations, at City Facilities, Parks, Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMDs), General Benefit landscape areas, Palmdale Transportation Center, and Park-n-Rides.

These services may include, but are not limited to:
• repair and/or install electrical power distribution systems • general electrical repairs
• install lighting ballast(s)
• install parking lot light pole(s)
• supply required electrical service to various pieces of equipment • detection for underground shorts
• install and/or replace conduit(s) as needed
• install light fixtures
• install additional outlets and/or switches as directed • install fused disconnects
• provide and/or install temporary power
• provide submittals, drawings, and/or plans for proper approvals and/or permits • install landscape electrical meter pedestal(s)
• install landscape controller(s) and irrigation pump(s) • excavation as required

WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the Original Agreement to:

Increase the total price of the Agreement to provide continued as needed electrical services through the remainder of the Agreement term.

NOW THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:

1. The compensation identified in Section 5 is amended to increase the total price of the Agreement by One Hundred Eighty Thousand dollars ($180,000.00), not to exceed the amount of Two Hundred Seventy Thousand dollars ($270,000.00).

All other terms and conditions of the Original Agreement not amended herein, remain in full force and effect.

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In Witness Whereof, the parties hereto have caused this Contract to be executed and attested by their respective officers thereunto duly authorized.

CITY OF PALMDALE:

TAFT ELECTRIC COMPANY:

Ronda Perez
City Manager

Tony Valentino
President/COO
ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

CITY OF PALMDALE
39110 3rd Street East, Suite C
Palmdale, CA 93550

ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

TAFT ELECTRIC COMPANY
1694 Eastman Avenue
Ventura, CA 93003
APPROVE AS TO FORM:

William P. Curley, III
Interim City Attorney

ATTEST:

Roxanne Faber
Acting City Clerk

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■Confirmed business name on contract with certificate(s) ■Original contract and previous amendment(s) (if any) are attached ■Attached Agreement Checklist and met all requirements
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1 MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL

CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
38300 SIERRA HIGHWAY, SUITE B

PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA
MARCH 18, 2025
www.cityofpalmdaleca.gov

1) CALL MEETING TO ORDER

Mayor Loa called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm.

Note: All City Council memberships are reflected in their City Council titles.

2) ROLL CALL MAYOR LOA, MAYOR PRO TEM BETTENCOURT,
COUNCILMEMBERS BISHOP, OHLSEN, ALARCÓN

PRESENT: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Andrea Alarcón.

ABSENT: None.

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt participated via Zoom from Springmaid Mountain, Pond Side Cabin, 2171 Henredon Rd., Spruce Pine, NC 28777.

3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE

Councilmember Alarcón led the pledge of allegiance.

4) PRESENTATIONS

4.1) Presentation update from Parks and Recreation - Spring Program Highlights

Director of Parks and Recreation Smith provided highlights and updates on the events and programs for Parks and Recreation.

The Council thanked Ms. Smith for her leadership.

5) PUBLIC COMMENTS

CONSENT CALENDAR, APPOINTMENT(S), NEW BUSINESS, AND CLOSED SESSION:

Assistant City Manager Mendez requested that item 6.9 be removed from the agenda.

City Attorney Curley recommended that an Item be added as 6.12 and stated the following findings: 1) The need arose after the agenda was posted and 2) The need to take action is immediate. There was Council and staff discussion regarding the item. A motion was made and passed to add the item as follows: 6.12 Award Construction Agreement with Ultimate Pool Remodeling for PN 915, DryTown Water Park Pool Leak Detection, Repair, Replaster, and Tile Repair Project for a total not to exceed amount of $373,615 for a term of 30 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed
2 City Clerk Scott announced two emails were received in favor of item 6.3 by Mr.

Quan and Mr. Little.

The following individuals provided public input: Marsha Furman spoke in support of items 6.4 and 6.12, and Jason Zink spoke on Item 6.2 and various topics.

Councilmember Ohlsen pulled Items 6.2 and 6.12 for discussion.

6) CONSENT CALENDAR

6.1) Waive full reading of the Resolution(s) and/or Ordinance(s) to be considered and voted on at this meeting. (This allows for reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text).

6.2) Receive the summary of the 2024 Annual Housing Element Progress Report.

Planning Manager Magana presented the staff report.

There was Council and staff discussion regarding the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) numbers and ways to achieve RHNA goals . Some suggestions were made to help achieve RHNA goals, including Zone Change amendments, General Plan amendments, removing restraints against housing , and setting conditions that are conducive for developers

Motion: Receive the summary of the 2024 Annual Housing Element Progress Report.

Moved by Eric Ohlsen, seconded by Austin Bishop.

Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Andrea Alarcón.

6.3) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025 -019, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale, recommending City Council approval modifying the Planning Commission meeting time from 7:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. beginning April 2025.

6.4) Award and Approve agreement with Mendoza Engineering Company, Inc., for construction services for PN 862, Marie Kerr Park Swim Deck Expansion Project for a total not to exceed amount of $340,736 for a term of 50 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.

6.5) Approve the amended and restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) of the Antelope Valley Regional Water Management Group (RWMG) Integrated Regional Water Management Group (IRWMG) cost -sharing agreement for a not to exceed amount of $16,923 and extend the term of the Agreement through January 2027.

3 6.6) Approve the first amendment to agreement with MNS Engineers, Inc. for project management services for PN 669, 10th Street West Widening Project, increasing the agreement by $227,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $418,800 with an extension of 22 months for a total term of 45 months.

6.7) Approve second amendment to the agreement with MNS Engineers, Inc. for construction management and inspection services for PN 795, Sam Yellen Park Phase 2 Project, increasing the agreement by $133,640 for the total not to exceed amount of $720,208 with an extension of six months for a total of 22 months.

6.8) Approve expansion of the Power Choice Solar and Battery Program and approve the first amendment to the Power Choice Program Management Agreement.

6.9) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-024, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale granting authority to the City Manager to enter into certain contracts on behalf of Energy for Palmdale’s Independent Choice (EPIC) and rescinding and replacing Section 5 of Resolution No. CC 2019-042.

This item was removed from the agenda.

6.10) Approve first amendment to the agreement with Knorr Systems, Inc., for maintenance and repair services of aquatic facilities equipment, increasing the amount by $596,000 for a total not to exceed amount of $996,000 for a four (4) year and nine (9) month term through July 5, 2027.

6.11) Approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

6.12) Award Construction Agreement with Ultimate Pool Remodeling for PN 915, DryTown Water Park Pool Leak Detection, Repair, Replaster, and Tile Repair Project for a total not to exceed amount of $373,615 for a term of 30 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.

There was Council and staff discussion regarding the bidding process and the selection of the proposed contractor.

Motion: Award Construction Agreement with Ultimate Pool Remodeling for PN 915, DryTown Water Park Pool Leak Detection, Repair, Replaster, and Tile Repair Project for a total not to exceed amount of $373,615 for a term of 30 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed.

Moved by Austin Bishop, seconded by Eric Ohlsen.

Vote:Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Andrea Alarcón.

Motion: Approve all items listed under the Consent Calendar, with the exception of items 6.2 and 6.12, which were pulled for discussion, and item 6.9, which was removed from the agenda.

Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Eric Ohlsen.

4 Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Andrea Alarcón.

7) PUBLIC HEARING

7.1) Adopt Ordinance No. 1654, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving General Plan Amendment 23 -0002, Zone Change 24- 0003, Conditional Use Permit 24 -0001, and Site Plan Review 24 -0005; and Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025 -020 approving General Plan Amendment 23- 0002, Zone Change 24 -0003, Conditional Use Permit 24 -0001, and Site Plan Review 24-0005; a request to modify Policy PSFI -3 to allow the use of private sewage disposal systems on nonresidential Land Uses with domestic discharge only on property within the Neighborhood Commercial/Regional Commercial General Plan Land Use Designation on property located along Avenue S, Between State Route 14 and Tierra Subida Avenue; modify the Land Use Designation and Zone from Neighborhood Commercial to Regional Commercial; a Conditional Use Permit for the convenience store use; and a Site Plan Review to facilitate the construction of a fueling station that includes 24 Fuel Pumps and an approximately 5,600 square foot convenience store with on-site alternative wastewater treatment system located on the northwest corner of State Route14 and Avenue S and adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Report prepared in conjunction of this project.

Mayor Loa opened the Public Hearing

City Clerk Scott read the title of Ordinance No. 1654 and Resolution No. CC 2025-020

Planning Manager Magana presented the staff report

A motion was made and passed to introduce Ordinance No. 1654

Public Testimony: Jason Zink talked about public signage and the possibility of including the project area in an infrastructure district. Tom Miller from Antelope Express raised concerns about drainage issues.

Council and staff discussed business engagement and outreach, the noticing process, and ways to address drainage issues. The Civil Engineer for Maverick spoke about how they plan to mitigate the drainage issue on their project.

There was additional discussion on how many general plan amendments are allowed and how the City can manage drainage issues.

Motion: Adopt Ordinance No. 1654 and Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-020.

Moved by Austin Bishop, seconded by Eric Ohlsen.

Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Andrea Alarcón.

5 7.2) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025 -023, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale ordering the vacation of portions of 8th Street East south of Rancho Vista Boulevard, north of East Avenue P -8 and the reservation of utility easements therein.

Mayor Loa opened the Public Hearing

City Clerk Scott read the title of Resolution No. CC 2025-023

Director of Public Works Torres presented the staff report.

Public Testimony: None.

Motion: Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025 -023, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale ordering the vacation of portions of 8th Street East south of Rancho Vista Boulevard, north of East Avenue P-8.

Moved by Eric Ohlsen, seconded by Austin Bishop.

Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Andrea Alarcón.

8) CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

Assistant City Manager Mendez shared information about upcoming events: the Women's Symposium at Legacy Commons on March 22, Books and Barks at the Library on March 25, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at the Palmdale Playhouse from March 29 -30, the AV BOGA Welcome Home Veteran ceremony at Poncitlan Square on March 29, Season of Service on March 29, and the Cesar Chavez Day event at Domenic Massari Park on March 30. He also announced that applications are being accepted to install murals at Pelona Vista Park and for the Youth Multimedia Fentanyl Awareness Challenge.

9) SHERIFF’S REPORT

Captain Cartmill gave an update on response times for routine calls, service calls, working with Public Safety staff, Part 1 crimes, arrests, graffiti -related arrests, traffic enforcement, collision prevention, and traffic tickets. He also shared that the Sheriff's Department will host an Interfaith Prayer Breakfast with the City on April 4.

Councilmember Alarcón asked for information on recent trends in domestic violence cases, and Captain Cartmill said the information would be provided.

Councilmember Ohlsen thanked Captain Cartmill for adding extra motor units for traffic enforcement. He also asked for an update on the mini bike incident, and Captain Cartmill provided the information.

Mayor Loa asked about the response time for emergency calls, and Captain Cartmill responded.

6 10) NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS:

The following individuals provided public input: Rich Gallego spoke about the city's increase in sales taxes, requested a resolution be sent to Governor Newsom regarding the State gas tax, and suggested town hall meetings; Eugene Hernandez discussed the history of Cesar Chavez and the 1968 Chicano High School walkouts; Silvia from Missions Accomplished Inc. talked about collaborating with the City on Nigeria Medical Missions; Jason Zink discussed general plan amendments, the Maverick project, and the creation of a super commuter opportunity zone; Bruce Flores spoke about protecting kids at school; Michael Ross talked about the city's tax increase and doing business with Lancaster; Carol Ross discussed Parks and Recreation events and town hall meetings; Victoria Ventura , District Director for Assemblyman Ca rrillo, discussed AB10 89, which involves relocating Joshua trees and building more homes; Cynthia Garcia thanked the graffiti removal team and code enforcement, and suggested using social media for more information; and Marsha Furman discussed the AV BOGA event and spoke about Council informing the public by holding meetings in their districts.

11) COUNCIL REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR FUTURE

AGENDA ITEMS

Councilmember Bishop discussed the Covington Development. He also mentioned the importance of holding additional meetings to have open dialogue with residents and constituents.

Councilmember Alarcón shared details of the trip to Washington, D.C., where they advocated for more funding for city projects. She voiced her support for town hall meetings and requested that the Council provide the public with more time to speak on agenda items and offer the option for remote participation. Additionally, she shared that serving as a Councilmember has been incredibly rewarding. She also discussed the city's tax increase.

Councilmember Ohlsen addressed two topics: 1) the sales tax increase, and 2) the super commute. He mentioned writing a letter to the State representatives advocating for the federal government to pull back four billion dollars already committed to this State. He also expressed support for town hall meetings.

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt expressed support for town hall meetings and suggested ways to better share information with the public.

Mayor Loa reported on the Executive Committee on Homelessness meeting he attended. He also discussed the enforcement of graffiti violators.

Additionally, Mayor Loa and Councilmember Alarcón spoke about several projects discussed in the meetings in Washington, D.C., including the Rancho Vista grade separation, Little Rock Dam, investment in the Flock system, the Center for Transportation and Technology Excellence, and the Barrel Springs Equestrian Center.

7 12) PRESENTATION BY CITY ATTORNEY

City Attorney Curley requested that a second Closed Session item be added to the agenda under Government Code 54957 for a Public Employee Performance Evaluation of the City Manager. This was based on identified operational issues that required prompt review by everyone, including the Council, as they affect day -to-day operations and implement best practices. Councilmember Alarcón asked for Council support to properly agendize the item for the next City Council meeting. A motion was made and passed unanimously to add item 12.2 as follows: 12.2 This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54977, Performance Evaluation, Title: City Manager.

Motion: 12.2 This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54977, Public Employee Performance Evaluation, Title:

City Manager.

Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Eric Ohlsen.

Vote: Motion carried (5-0)
Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Andrea Alarcón.

12.1) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION 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).

12.2) This closed session is being held pursuant to the authority of California Government Code Section 54957.

Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Manager

13) ANNOUNCEMENT BY CITY ATTORNEY

Closed Session was held from 6:49 pm - 8:25 pm.

City Attorney Curley announced that Council was updated and there were no reportable actions.

8 14) ADJOURNMENT

Mayor Loa adjourned the meeting at 8:33 pm to April 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber located at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, California.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 1st day of April 2025.

Richard J. Loa, Mayor

ATTEST:

Rochelle Scott, City Clerk
City Council Staff Report
DATE: APRIL 1, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT

CITY CLERK DIVISION
DISTRICT: ALL
SUBJECT: APPROVE APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC MEMBER TO THE

PALMDALE RECYCLED WATER AUTHORITY (PRWA)

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend that the City Council:

Approve the Palmdale Recycled Water Authority’s (PRWA) appointment of Mr. Joe Pallon as the Public Member of the PRWA for a one-year term.

BACKGROUND
The PRWA was formed by a Joint Exercise of Powers (Agreement) between the City and the (PWD) in September 2012. The PRWA aims to study, promote, develop, distribute, construct, install, finance, use, and manage recycled water resources.

Zakeya Anson served as PRWA’s Public Member since 2021 but did not seek reappointment when the recruitment was opened on November 26, 2024.

Both the City Council and the PWD Board of Directors must now consider the applicants and the PRWA’s nomination and take action to make an appointment.

DISCUSSION
The City opened a recruitment , including advertisement, for one (1) PRWA Public Member position from Tuesday, November 26, 2024, through Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Approve PRWA Appointment of 5th member
April 1, 2025

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Three applications were received. All applicants reside within the PRWA boundaries.  Bryan Guzman
 Oyekunle Oyeyipo
 Joe Pallon
The PRWA Board of Directors interviewed all three applicants at its March 17, 2025, meeting. The PRWA nominated Joe Pallon for appointment.

According to Article 4 of the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement, both agencies must review the PRWA’s recommendation and take action.

The PWD unanimously approved Joe Pallon’s nomination on March 24, 2025.

This item is being presented to the City Council for approval of Joe Pallon as the PRWA Public Member.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal II: Ensure long-term fiscal health of the City and maintain funding for services.

C. Involve and expand engagement to enhance public oversight and transparency.

Prepared by:

Certified as to availability of Funds
Approved by:

Approved as to form:

Roxanne Faber, City Clerk
Janelle Samson, Director of Operations
Ronda Perez, City Manager
William P. Curley, III, City Attorney

ATTACHMENTS
Apps PRWA

Oyekunle O. Oyeyipo

EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

•

Excellent skills
in
Value

Stream Mapping (VSM)
,
Lean Manufacturing training,

Flow

Analysis
Simulation (
ARENA

and Delmia
)

and Microsoft applications.

•

Docent California State Parks
Allensworth Tulare County, CA.

•

Local Station Board member, Pacifica,

EDUCATION:

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY
, Dominguez Hills
, CA

MSc
:

Quality Assurance

Specialization:

Manufacturing
, Quality Management Systems, Reliability

CALIFORNIA STATE

UNIVERSITY
,
Los Angeles, CA.

BS: Industrial Technology

Major: Manufacturing Technology

Specialization
: Design Process, Document Control and Manipulation
, Operation Management

PASADENA CITY COLLEGE
, Pasadena
, CA.

Laser
Technology

CERTIFICATIONS
:

SolidWorks

CSWA.

Certified Additive
M
anufacturing Fundamental (SME)

Certified Quality Technician (ASQ)

Material Science

(
NUST
)

IBM Python Data

Analyst
(IBM)

Certified Quality Auditor (ASQ)

WORK HISTORY:

02/2023
–

Present

Eaton Aerospace

Los Angeles, CA

Senior

Manufacturing Engineer

Material Review Board (MRB)

Developing processes and analyzing metrics using SAP system

Developing product assembly process including work instructions .

Sustaining IPT Tool depot

and Inventory Management
.

Certified Internal Auditor

09/2019
–

11/2022

ENCORP FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Los Angeles, CA

Fellow

Career Technical Education
(CTE)

STEM Curriculum development for students in

Manufacturing and product development.

Performed School district CTE needs assessment.

Setup

and managed

Community Advisory Board

(CAB)

for the CTE program.

Classroom management.

10/2020 – 11/2022 II-VI Aerospace and Defence Corp Tustin, CA SPDT Engineering Specialist
Material Review Board (MRB)
Developing processes and analyzing metrics using SAP system DFA and DFM of Optical Diamond Turning Tooling and Processes.

Developing Tooling using CAD, CAM, and Manual machines.

07/2017 – 10/2020 WAVEFRONT TECHNOLOGY INC Paramount, CA Diamond Turning and Quality Engineer
DFA and DFM of Optical Tooling and use of various materials: Copper, Nickel.

MRB and work specification with contractors, Vendors and Team members.

Programming, Set-ups and Operating Moore Nano-Tech Diamond Turning Lathe
Developed quality plans for existing products and Design of Experiments (DOE) for new products.

02/2016 – 07/2017 NIPRO OPTICS INC. Irvine, CA Diamond Turning Technologist
Programming and Setting up Preci-Tech DT Lathes
Building optical tools.

Worked with Polymers, Ni, Al, Cu

01/2015 -01/2016 United Bakery Equipment Rancho Dominguez, CA Design Engineer
Design for Manufacture (DFM & DFA) of Food processing equipment.

Use of Solidworks Enterprise Product Data Management (PDM) systems.

Operation simulations using Vericut.
3D Printed Polymer tooling

2014 AIP AEROSPACE/COAST COMPOSITES Santa Ana, CA
Tool Builder (ITAR Facility)
6 S Training
Rigging, Assembly & Machining of Tooling Components and Composites Product Data Management (Enovia)
Metrology : Verisurf, Tracking ball/arm and PCDMIS

2013 BYRAN COMPANY Huntington Beach, CA
Quality Specialist/Machinist
3-4 Axis Milling Setups
First Article inspections
Quality Audits and QMS surveillance of Manufacturing processes

2011-2013 ORCHID ORTHOPEDICS Arcadia CA.

Lead 5-axis Mill Set-up/Machine operator
Work-flow and Personnel Scheduling
5 S training
Statistical Process Control (UL/LL)
Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions (RCCA)
Programming with Master-CAM

Palmdale Recycled
W
ater

Authority
(
PRWA)

P
ublic
M
ember

Application

Please Print or Type
:

Name:

Address:

Home

City: _______________________ Zip Code: ____________ Phone:

Bus.

Occupation: _______________________________________ Phone:

Why are you interested in this

position?
Considering your previous experience and activities in business, labor, professional, social or other organizations, indicate what you feel are the most important experiences and abilities that qualify you for this position.

Page
1 Have you had previous public service experience on a commission or public body? If so, indicate the public agency, title of position, and duties.

What do you hope to accomplish as a Palmdale Recycled Water Authority Member? In your opinion, what is the goal of the Palmdale Recycled Water Authority and what benefit does it provide to the citizens of Palmdale?
List your education, highest year completed, and degrees, if any? R
EASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: Based on your understanding of this PRWA position, will you require any special accommodations to apply and/or participate as a member? ___ Yes ___ No
I
f yes, what reasonable accommodations would be necessary to assist you in this area? P
age 2
In Case

of Emergency:

Whom
s
hould we notify?
__________________________________________________________________ ___
_

Nam
e

Relationship to Applicant

Home Phone:

Work Phone:

Physician’s Name:

Phone:

Do y
ou have any medical history that we should be aware of in the event of an emergency? (Allergies, medications, etc.)

Ag
reement

Th
e City of Palmdale and Palmdale Water District are equal opportunity employer s and
do

no
t discriminate in hiring or employment upon any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), cancer, national origin, genetic characteristics, genetic informatio n,
ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law. None of the questions or information sought in this application are intended to discriminate based upon any status protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any other part of the application process, please contact the Palmdale
City Clerk
’s

Office

at 661/267
-5
151
.

I ce
rtify that all state
ments on this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I hereby authorize the City of Palmdale to investigate any information contained in this application. I understand that as part of the final selection process I will be required

to pass a
l
ivescan fingerprint scan submission via the California
Department of Justice. I understand that information collected during this background check will be limited to that appropriate to determining my suitability for particular types

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3 of work and that such information collected during the check will be kept confidential. I understand that false or misleading statements shall be sufficient groun ds for disqualification from this position.

I hereby agree to the Agreement set forth on this day of _____ , 20________.

S
ignature:
__________________________________________________________________ I
f you wish, you may attach a copy of your resume to this application.

P
lease return the completed application to the Office of the City Clerk, City o f Palmdale, 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite C, Palmdale, CA 93550. For additional information, you may call the City Clerk’s office at (661) 267-5151.

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City Council Staff Report
DATE: APRIL 1, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
DISTRICT: ALL
SUBJECT: ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1655, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA, A

CHARTERED CITY, REPEALING AND RESCINDING SECTION

2.08.010 OF TITLE 2 OF THE PALMDALE MUNICIPAL CODE AND
ADOPTING A NEW SECTION 2.08.010 OF TITLE 2 OF THE

PALMDALE MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING THE ANNUAL

SELECTION OF MAYOR AND MAYOR PRO TEM BY THE MAJORITY

VOTE OF THE ENTIRE COUNCIL

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council:

Review draft Ordinance No. 1655, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palmdale, California, a chartered city, repealing and rescinding section 2.08.010 of Title 2 of the Palmdale Municipal Code and Adopting a new section 2.08.101 of Title 2 of the Palmdale Municipal Code, establishing the annual selection Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem by the majority vote of the entire Council.

BACKGROUND
The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1611 on August 16, 2023, to establish the process of annually designating the Mayor and select ing the Mayor Pro Tem. The first meeting in December is the date to rotate the positions per district numerical sequence.

DISCUSSION
Consider repealing and rescinding section 2.08.101 of the Palmdale Municipal Code regarding selecting the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.

Report to Mayor and City Council
Re: Ordinance No. 1655
April 1, 2025

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The draft Ordinance removes the automatic rotation of the office of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem by district sequential numbering and allows selection by simple Council majority.

1. If acceptable, adopt the draft ordinance; or

2. Revise the draft ordinance; or

3. Reject the draft ordinance and maintain the existing protocol

FISCAL IMPACT
$0; There is no fiscal impact with this action.

STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal II: Ensure long-term fiscal health of the City and maintain funding for services.

C. Involve and expand engagement to enhance public oversight and transparency.

Prepared by: Alexandra Halfman, Assistant City Attorney Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager Pro Tem
Approved as to form: Theresa Brennan, Acting City Attorney

ATTACHMENT
Ord. No. 1655

CITY COUNCIL

CITY OF PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA
ORDINANCE NO. 1655

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA, A CHARTERED CITY, REPEALING AND
RESCINDING SECTION 2.08.010 OF TITLE 2 OF THE PALMDALE
MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING A NEW SECTION 2.08.010 OF
TITLE 2 OF THE PALMDALE MUNICIPAL CODE, ESTABLISHING THE

ANNUAL SELECTION OF MAYOR AND MAYOR PRO TEM BY THE

MAJORITY VOTE OF THE ENTIRE COUNCIL
I. Intent of City Council
A. The present municipal code authority as set forth in Section 2.08.010 of Title 2 of the Palmdale Municipal Code establishes an automatic, district-based, numerical rotation for both the office of Mayor and for Mayor Pro Tem. This structure removes the proper discretion of the entire City Council as regards the selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.

B. The City Council desires to annually exercise its discretion, and even from time to time in the course of the term defined by the calendar year, commencing in January of each year and terminating at the end of December of that calendar year.

C. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this ordinance have occurred as required by law, and per Palmdale Municipal Code Sections 1.06.040 through and including 1.06.070, of Title I.

II. Ordinance

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALMDALE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. In all respects as set forth in Part I above of this Ordinance which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.

SECTION 2. The presently adopted Section 2.08.010 of Title 2 of the Palmdale Municipal Code is revoked and rescinded in its entirety, effective upon the effective date of this Ordinance.

SECTION 3. A new Section 2.08.010 of Title 2 of the Palmdale Municipal Code, to read in words and figures as follows; is hereby adopted and will be effective thirty (30) days after its adoption:

Ordinance No. 1655

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“2.08.010
On an annual basis at the first meeting in December the City Council, by majority vote of those in attendance, shall first select a council member to serve as Mayor, and immediately thereafter select a council member, by majority vote of those in attendance, to serve as Mayor Pro Tem. At the pleasure of a majority of the City Council, the City Council may, from time to time, replace either or both the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.” SECTION 4. The City Council finds that the adoption and codification of this Ordinance is not subject to review by the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Guidelines Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15061(b)(3) as there is no direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect change in the physical environment and no significant impact on the environment will occur.

SECTION 5. If any chapter, article, section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, word, or portion of this Ordinance, or the application thereof to any person, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this Ordinance or its application to other persons. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each chapter, article, section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, word, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions of the application thereof to any person, be declared invalid or unconstitutional. No portion of this Ordinance shall supersede any local, state, or federal law, regulation, or codes dealing with life safety factors.

SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this ______ day of ____________, ________. _________________________________
Richard J. Loa, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:
___________________________ _________________________________ Alexandra Halfman Rochelle Scott, City Clerk
Assistant City Attorney
Ordinance No. 1655

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I, Rochelle Scott, City Clerk of the City of Palmdale, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was duly introduced, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Palmdale at a regular meeting of said Council held on the ______ day of _____________, 20___ effective on the ____ day of ___________, 20___ by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:___________________________________________________________ ABSTAIN:______________________ABSENT:___________________________ Date:

Rochelle Scott, City Clerk

Palmdale City CouncilApril 1, 2025

Palmdale City Council
April 1, 2025