Agenda packet, first session — Palmdale City Council, August 19, 2025 (part 3 of 3)

Project, located between north of Elizabeth Lake Road, from 0.5 miles west of 25th Street West and 0.3 miles east of 25th Street West in Palmdale Council District 2.

A total of 50 acres will be created, restored, or enhanced on-site (Mitigation Area attached as Exhibit 2a/2b). The HRMP/NDPP were developed to fulfill a variety of mitigation measures and/or conditions required by the Final Environmental Impact Report – Amargosa Creek Improvement Project (City of Palmdale , 1993), Supplemental Environmental Impact Re port Upper Amargosa Creek Recharge Project (City of Palmdale, 2018), and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Streambed Alteration Agreement (SAA) No. 1600 -2014-0253-R5 dated June 14, 2018. The HRMP/NDPP provides guidelines for preliminary mit igation tasks, initial Mitigation Area preparation and installation, long-term maintenance, biological monitoring, final program approval, and contingency measure implementation.

The mitigation and restoration project includes:

 Initial non-native plant species and trash removal (one site-wide event);  Preliminary weed abatement period (one year);
 Site preparation work, including soil treatments (including de- compaction/scarification);
 Design/installation of temporary irrigation system; installation of erosion control measures;
 Native container plants and cuttings growth and installation;  Apply Native Seed Mixes (Including Hydroseeding and Hand-broadcast Seeding).  Design and install a temporary irrigation system; and,  Post-installation habitat maintenance (five years).

DISCUSSION

On June 5, 2025, the project was advertised for construction bids through the Planet Bids electronic platform. Seven ( 7) vendors registered as prime contractors. By the bid deadline on July 15, 2025, the City received one (1) electronic bid, which is summarized below:

Bidder Location Amount

1. Empire Landscape, Inc. Davis, CA $2,015,710

Empire Lands cape, Inc. , the only bidder, was found to be responsive to all bid requirements and has secured a 10% bid bond as required. In recent years, Empire Landscape, Inc. has completed several projects for Caltrans. They also listed references for current and completed mitigation projects in the cities of Sacramento, Lodi, and Visalia between the spring of 2021 through 2025.

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: Award of PN 591-D, Agrmt No. A-9461 with Empire Landscape, Inc.

August 19, 2025

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Empire Landscape, Inc., proposed a construction cost of $2,015,710. The contract will allow a 10% contingency of $201,571.

FISCAL IMPACT

$2,217,281; This project is funded using Drainage Funds. Sufficient funds are budgeted and available in FY 2025-26.

The following is an estimate of anticipated expenditure for the Project:

Description Estimated Cost
Construction Contract (2025-2031) $2,015,710.00
Contingency (10%) $201,571.00
Total $2,217,281.00

STRATEGIC PLAN

Goal III: To restore and preserve one of California’s most precious resources, water.

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

Prepared by:

Leonardo Torres, P.E.

Director of Public Works
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Director of Operations Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager Pro Tem
Approved as to form: Alexandra Halfman, City Attorney

ATTACHMENTS

Agrmt No. A-9461 with Empire Landscape, Inc.

Exh 2a and 2b Mitigation Areas
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AGREEMENT NO. A- 9461

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALMDALE AND EMPIRE LANDSCAPE, INC.

THIS CONTRACT (“Contract”) is made and entered into by and between City of Palmdale, a public entity ( "City"), and EMPIRE LANDSCAPE, INC., a CORPORTATION ("Contractor"). Contractor and City are collectively referred to herein as the “parties.” This Contract shall become effective on the date of the last signatory.
1 Scope of Work
Contractor shall complete the Project in accordance with this Contract. Contractor shall furnish all materials and perform all work required for the completion of the following Project:

PN 591-D UPPER AMARGOSA CREEK RECHARGE HABITAT

RESTORATION/MITIGATION PROGRAM (HRMP)

The work may consist of, but is not limited to:

Contractor to provide restoration services for the installation and maintenance of the Habitat Restoration/Mitigation Program (HRMP) and the Native Desert Preservation Plan (NDPP) of transplanted Joshua Trees [Yucca brevifolia] for the Upper Amargosa Creek Recharge Project, located between north of Elizabeth Lake Road, from 0.5 miles west of 25th Street West and 0.3 miles east of 25th Street West in Palmdale, California. A total of 50 acres will be created, restored, or enhanced on-site (Mitigation Area attached as Exhibit "2a/2b").

Mitigation and Restoration:

• Prepare project resources such as: project work schedule, securing all required approvals, designation of staging areas and access locations, installation of staking, fencing, and signage.
• Initial non-native plant species and trash removal (one site-wide event). • Preliminary weed abatement period (one year).
• Site preparation work, including soil treatments (including de- compaction/scarification).
• Design/installation of temporary irrigation system; installation of erosion control measures.
• Native container plants and cuttings growth and installation (procure and install). • Apply native seed mixes (including hydroseeding and hand-broadcast seeding). • Design and install temporary irrigation system.
• Post-installation habitat maintenance (five years).
• Project area clean-up, including temporary irrigation system removal. 2 Standard Specifications
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Standard Specifications for City projects are those contained in the 2024 Greenbook edition of the "Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction" (the "Greenbook"). Except as otherwise expressly provided herein, the Standard Specifications shall c ontrol the general provisions, construction materials, and construction methods for this Contract (except as amended by the Plans for the Project), the General Specifications for the Project, the Special Provisions for the Project, any technical specificat ions for the Project, and any other contract documents.
3 Compensation
City shall pay Contractor the total, all-inclusive, NOT-TO-EXCEED amount of TWO MILLION FIFTEEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED AND TEN Dollars ($2015710) for the construction of the Project. This amount shall cover all expenses for labor, materials, and any and all other costs incurred by Contractor to satisfactorily construct the Project. Unless otherwise provided in the bid documents or agreed upon by the parties, Contractor shall submit detailed, monthly invoices for work actually performed.

4 Completion Date

The construction of the Project shall commence upon Contractor being given a written notice to proceed, and shall be completed within 240 working days of said notice.

5 Payment and Performance Bonds; Guaranty

Unless otherwise expressly provided in the bid documents, prior to commencing work, Contractor shall provide a payment bond and performance bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the projected annual recurring services price for each year of the term of the contract. Contractor shall submit all bonds electronically through Surety 2000. Pursuant to the bid documents for this Project, the Contractor is required to provide a written guaranty of Contractor’s work. In furtherance thereof, Contractor shall execute the written form of Guaranty attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein.

6 Licenses

At all times during the term of this Contract, Contractor shall possess a valid and current Class C-27 Contractor's License to perform the required work (“Work”). Contractor’s DIR registration number is 1000010158. Contractor hereby certifies that it holds the required license(s).

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CONTRACTOR shall maintain in current status all Federal, State, and local licenses and permits required for the operation of the business conducted by the CONTRACTOR as applicable to this contract.

CONTRACTOR shall be required to obtain a current City of Palmdale business license, as required by the Palmdale Municipal Code, before an Authorization to Proceed is issued.

7 Subcontracting

Subject to any self-performance requirements herein, Contractor may subcontract any portion of the work required by this Contract to other persons or firms, and Contractor submitted with its bid a list of those subcontractors who will perform work in an amount in excess of one-half of one percent (1%) of the Contractor’s total bid, in compliance with the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act, California Public Contract Code § 4100, et seq. Only such listed subcontractors may perform on this Project.

8 Non-Assignability

Neither this Contract nor any rights, title, interest, duties or obligations under this Contract may be assigned, transferred, conveyed or otherwise disposed of by Contractor without the prior written consent of City.

9 Administration

This Contract will be administered by the Public Works Department of the City. The Director of Public Works or his or her designee shall be considered the Project Administrator and shall have the authority to act for the City under this Contract.

10 Indemnification

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Contractor shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless the City, its Board of Director, the City's officers, employees, agents, volunteers, and representatives (“Indemnitees”) with respect to any and all claims, suits, actions, stop notices, liabilities and/or damages, including related expenses, attorney's fees and costs, based on, arising out of, or in any way related to the work undertaken by Contractor pursuant to this Contract, and in connection with the Project.

11 Insurance

11.1 Without limiting Contractor's indemnification of City, as described in paragraph 10, and unless modified by City, Contractor shall obtain, provide and maintain, at its 4-14

own expense, during the term of this Contract, a policy or policies of insurance, satisfactory to the City, from insurance carriers admitted to do business in the State of California and rated in A.M. Best’s Insurance Guide with a rating of A:VII or better, which contain the coverage described below.

11.1.1 Commercial General Liability
− $2,000,000.00 limit on a per occurrence basis
− $4,000,000.00 general aggregate limit

11.1.2 Commercial Automobile Liability
− $2,000,000.00 combined single limit including owned, non-owned and hired automobile coverage

11.1.3 Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability
− Workers’ Compensation -- coverage as required by the State of California − Employer’s Liability --
$1,000,000.00 each accident
$1,000,000.00 policy limit bodily injury
$1,000,000.00 each employee bodily injury by disease

11.1.4 Pollution/Environmental Liability*
− $2,000,000.00 limit on a per occurrence basis

11.2 Policies providing for bodily injury and property damage coverage shall contain the following:

A. An endorsement extending coverage to the City as an additional insured, as respects liability arising out of the performance of any work under the Contract.

Such insurance shall be primary insurance, as respects the interest of the City, and any other insurance maintained by the City shall be considered excess coverage and not contributing insurance with the insurance required hereunder.

The certificates shall state: “The City of Palmdale, Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale, Palmdale Civic Authority, Housing Authority, Industrial Development Authority, Airport Authority, their officers, agents, employees and volunteers are named as additional insured”.

B. “Severability of Interest” Clause.

11.3 Promptly upon execution of this Contract, and prior to commencement of any work, CONTRACTOR shall deliver to CITY certificates of insurance and endorsements to all required policies demonstrating that CONTRACTOR has the required coverage and showing the required named insured. Within five (5) days of written request from CITY, CONTRACTOR shall deliver to CITY full and complete copies of all insurance policies required by this Contract. 5-14

11.4 Said Certificates of Insurance shall provide that thirty (30) days’ prior written notice of cancellation shall be given to the City in the event of cancellation and/or reduction in coverage of any nature.

11.5 The required policies of insurance shall be endorsed to waive all rights of subrogation. Contractors waives all rights of subrogation.

11.6 Acceptable Proof of Insurance:

A. ACORD Certificate of Insurance listing all coverage, limits, deductibles and insured; and endorsements for all applicable coverage if agent has authority to issue it; or additional insured Form CG20100704 and CG20370704 or equivalent must be provided for general liability coverage. Additional insured form CA0001 must be provided for automobile liability coverage.

B. Binders of insurance for all coverage. Agents must confirm that policy endorsements have been ordered from the respective insurance companies.

Upon issuance, policy endorsements and a corresponding Certificate of Insurance listing all insurers and coverage must be submitted to the City Attorney.

C. *When pollution/environmental liability coverage is provided on a “claims made basis”, CONTRACTOR will continue to renew the insurance for a period of five (5) years after this Agreement expires or is terminated. Such insurance will have the same coverage and limits as the policy that was in effect during the term of this Agreement, and will cover CONTRACTOR, or its officers, employees, or agents during the time this Agreement was in effect.

11.7 The requirements as to the types and limits of insurance to be maintained by CONTRACTOR are not intended to and shall not in any manner limit or qualify CONTRACTOR’s liabilities and obligations under this Contract.

11.8 Any policy or policies of insurance that CONTRACTOR elects to carry as insurance against loss or damage to its equipment and tools or other personal property used in the performance of this Contract shall include a provision waiving the insurer’s right of subrogation against CITY.

11.9 Notwithstanding any other provision of this Contract, CITY may immediately terminate this Contract if, at any time CONTRACTOR fails to maintain the required insurance for any period of time or fails to comply with any of the insurance requirements listed above.

11.10 CONTRACTOR shall require any and all subcontractors working on its behalf to provide insurance coverages and limits that are based on the scope of work and nature of risk being performed by the subcontractor. Any and all subcontractors working on behalf of CONTRACTOR shall be subject to all other insurance requirements that are stated herein.
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Any deviation in this requirement will be CONTRACTOR's sole risk. CONTRACTOR's insurance requirements in Section 11 will not be impacted and/or limited by such deviation.
12 State Labor Code

12.1 This Contract calls for work to be performed constituting public works.

Contractor and all subcontractors shall pay the general prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined and as published by the State Director of the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Article 2 of Chapter 1 of Part 7, of Division 2 of the State Labor Code, including, but not limited to, Sections 1770, 1771, 1773, 1773.2 and 1774.

12.2 This is a public work and requires the payment of prevailing wages for the work or craft in which the worker is employed for any public work done under the contract by Contractor or by any subcontractor pursuant to Section 1771 of the Labor Code. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 1773 of the Labor Code of the State of California, the City has obtained the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general rate for holiday and overtime work in this locality for each craft, classification, or type of workman needed to execute this contract from the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. These rates are on file with the City or may be obtained at http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/DPreWageDetermination.htm.

Contractor shall post a copy of such wage rates at the job site and shall pay the adopted prevailing wage rates as a minimum. Contractor shall comply with the provisions of Sections 1775, 1776, 1777.5, 1777.6, and 1813 of the Labor Code. Pursuant to the provisions of 1775 of the Labor Code, Contractor shall forfeit to the City, as a penalty, not more than $200.00 for each calendar day, or portion thereof, for each laborer, worker, or mechanic employed, paid less than the stipulated prevailing rates for any work done under this Contract, by him or by any subcontractor under him, in violation of the provisions of this Agreement.

12.3 Contractors and subcontractors who are ineligible to bid for work on, or be awarded, a public works project pursuant to Labor Code Sections 1777.1 and 1777.7 are prohibited from bidding on, being awarded, or performing work as a subcontractor, on this Project pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 6109.

12.4 Contractor's attention is directed to the provisions in Sections 1774, 1775, 1776, 1777.5 and 1777.6 of the Labor Code. Contractor shall comply with the provisions in these Sections. The statutory provisions for penalties for failure to comply with the State's wage and hours laws will be enforced. Pursuant to Section 1775 of the Labor Code, the Contractor and any subcontractors, shall, as a penalty to the City forfeit the prescribed amounts per calendar day, or portion thereof, for each worker paid less than the prevailing wage rates.

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12.5 Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.4, the Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the California Department of Industrial Relations.

12.6 Each Contractor and subcontractor shall furnish the records specified in Labor Code Section 1776 directly to the State Labor Commissioner at least monthly in the format prescribed by the State Labor Commissioner.

12.7 Sections 1774 and 1775 require the Contractor and all subcontractors to pay not less than the prevailing wage rates to all workmen employed in the execution of the Contract and specify forfeitures and penalties for failure to do so. The minimum wages to be paid are those determined by the State Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. Section 1776 requires the Contractor and all subcontractors to keep accurate payroll records, specifies the contents thereof, their inspection and duplication procedures and certain notices required of the Contractor pertaining to their location.

12.8 Section 1777.5 of the Labor Code requires Contractor or subcontractor employing workers in any apprenticeable occupation to apply to the Joint Apprenticeship Committee nearest the site of the public works project, which administers the apprenticeship program in that trade for a certificate of approval. The certificate will also fix the ratio of apprentices to journeymen to be used in the performance of the Contract. The Contractor is required to make contributions to funds established for the administration of apprenticeship programs if he employs registered apprentices or journeymen in any apprenticeable trade and if other contractors on the public works site are making such contributions. Information relative to apprenticeship standards, contributions, wage schedules and other requirements may be obtained from the State Director of Industrial Relations or from the Division of Apprenticeship Standards. Section 1777.6 of the Labor Code provides that it shall be unlawful to refuse to accept otherwise qualified employees as registered apprentices solely on the grounds of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or age.

the time the City tenders final payment to Contractor without further acknowledgment by the parties.
14 Trenching and Excavations
Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 7104, if the Project involves trenching more than four (4) feet deep, Contractor shall promptly and before the following conditions are disturbed notify the City in writing of any:

14.1 Material that Contractor believes may be material that is hazardous waste, as defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 25117, that is required to be removed to a Class I, Class II, or Class III disposal site in accordance with provisions of existing law; and/or

14.2 Subsurface or latent physical conditions at the site differing from those indicated; and/or

14.3 Unknown physical conditions at the site of any unusual nature, different materially from those ordinarily encountered and generally recognized as inherent in work of the character provided for in the Contract.

14.4 As required by Labor Code Section 6705 and in addition thereto, whenever work under the Contract that involves an estimated expenditure in excess of twenty- five thousand dollars ($25,000) for the excavation of any trench or trenches five (5) feet or more in depth, Contractor shall submit for acceptance by City in advance of excavation, a detailed plan showing the design of shoring, bracing, sloping, or other provisions to be made for worker protection from the hazard of caving ground during the excavation, of such trench or trenches. If such plan varies from the shoring system standards established by the Construction Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety, the plan shall be prepared by a registered civil or structural engineer employed by Contractor, and all costs therefor shall be included in the price of the Contract. Nothing in this provision shall be deemed to allow the use of a shoring, sloping, or other protective system less effective than that required by the Construction Safety Orders. Nothing in this provision shall be construed to impose tort liability on the City or on any City officer, agent, consultant, representative, or employee. All plans, processing and shoring costs are Contractor’s responsibility and must be included in Contractor’s bid.

locating firm(s), and/or utilizing potholes, specialized locating equipment and/or hand trenching.
16 Third Party Claims
Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 9201, the City has full authority to compromise or otherwise settle any claim relating to this Contract at any time. The City shall timely notify Contractor of the receipt of any third-party claim relating to the Contract. The City shall be entitled to recover its reasonable costs incurred in providing the notification required by Public Contract Code Section 9201(b). 17 Non-Collusion
Contractor hereby certifies that this bid is genuine and not a sham or collusive, or made in the interest or on behalf of any person or business not herein named. Contractor further certifies that Contractor has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other bidder to furnish a sham bid, or any other person or business to refrain from bidding, and Contractor has not in any manner sought by collusion to secure itself an advantage over any other bidder. Contractor also affirms that it has signed and submitted with its bid to the City a Non-collusion Declaration as required by Public Contract Code Section 7106.
18 Conflicts of Interest
Contractor agrees not to accept any employment or representation during the term of this Contract or within twelve (12) months after completion of the work under this Contract which is or may likely make Contractor “financially interested,” as provided in Government Code Section 1090 and 87100, in any decisions made by City on any matter in connection with which Contractor has been retained pursuant to this Contract.
19 Audit
The City or its representative shall have the option of inspecting and/or auditing all records and other written materials used by Contractor in preparing its billings to the City as a condition precedent to any payment to Contractor. Contractor will promptly furnish documents requested by the City. Additionally, pursuant to Government Code Section 8546.7, if this Contract involves the expenditure of public funds in excess of ten thousand dollars ($10,000), Contractor shall be subject to State Auditor examination and audit at the request of the City or as part of any audit of the City, for a period of three (3) years after final payment under this Contract. 20 Substitute Security
Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300, the substitution of securities for any moneys withheld by the City to ensure performance under a contract is permitted, except where financing will be provided by the Farmers Home Administration of the United States Department of Agriculture pursuant to the Consolidated Farm and 10-14

Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. Sec. 1921 et seq.) or where federal regulations or policies, or both, do not allow the substitution of securities. At the request and expense of Contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld shall be deposited with the City, or with a state or federally chartered bank in the State of California as the escrow agent, that shall then pay those moneys to Contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the Contract, the securities shall be returned to Contractor.

Alternatively, Contractor may request and the City shall make payment of retentions earned directly to the escrow agent at the expense of Contractor. At the expense of Contractor, Contractor may direct the investment of the payments into securities, and Contractor shall receive the interest earned on the investments upon the same terms provided for securities deposited by Contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the Contract, Contractor shall receive from the escrow agent all securities, interest, and payments received by the escrow agent from the City, pursuant to the terms of this section.

Securities eligible for investment shall include those listed in California Government Code Section 16430, bank or savings and loan certificates of deposit, interest-bearing demand deposit accounts, standby letters of credit, or any other security to which Contractor and the City agree in writing. Contractor shall be the beneficial owner of any securities substituted for moneys withheld and shall receive any interest thereon.

If Contractor elects to receive interest on moneys withheld in retention by the City, it shall, at the request of any subcontractor performing more than five percent (5%) of Contractor’s total bid, make that option available to the subcontractor regarding any moneys withheld in retention by Contractor from the subcontractor. If Contractor elects to receive interest on any moneys withheld in retention by the City, then the subcontractor shall receive the identical rate of interest received by Contractor on any retention moneys withheld from the subcontractor by Contractor, less any actual pro rata costs associated with administering and calculating that interest. In the event that the interest rate is a fluctuating rate, the rate for the subcontractor shall be determined by calculating the interest rate paid during the time that retentions were withheld from the subcontractor. If Contractor elects to substitute securities in lieu of retention, then, by mutual consent of Contractor and its subcontractor, the subcontractor may substitute securities in exchange for the release of moneys held in retention by Contractor. No Contractor shall require any subcontractor to waive any provision of this paragraph.

with the performance of the Work in dispute. The Contractor shall retain any and all rights provided that pertain to the resolution of disputes and protests between the parties. The Disputed Work will be categorized as an “unresolved dispute” and payment, if any, shall be as later determined by mutual agreement or a court of law. The Contractor shall keep accurate, detailed records of all Disputed Work, claims and other disputed matters.

All claims arising out of or related to the Contract documents or this Project, and the consideration and payment of such claims, are subject to the Government Claims Act (Government Code Section 810 et seq.) with regard to filing claims. All such claims are also subject to Public Contract Code Section 9204 and Public Contract Code Section 20104 et seq. (Article 1.5), where applicable. This Contract hereby incorporates those provisions as though fully set forth herein. Thus, the Contractor or any Subcontractor must file a claim in accordance with the Government Claims Act as a prerequisite to filing a construction claim in compliance with Section 9204 and Article 1.5 (if applicable), and must then adhere to Section 9204 and Article 1.5 (as applicable), pursuant to the definition of “claim” as individually defined therein. 22 Non-discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity

22.1 In performance of this Contract, CONTRACTOR shall not discriminate against any employee, subcontractor, or applicant for employment because of sex, color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, medical condition including the medical condition of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) or any condition related thereto, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or military and veteran status.

CONTRACTOR will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their sex, color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, medical condition including the medical condition of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) or any condition related thereto, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or military and veteran status . Affirmative action relating to employment shall include, but not be limited to the following:
employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship.

23 Integration
This Contract supersedes any and all agreements, either oral or written, between the parties hereto with respect to the construction of the Project by Contractor for City and contains all of the covenants and agreements between the parties with respect to the construction of the Project. Each party to this Contract acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises, or agreements, orally or otherwise, have been made with regard to the construction of the Project by any party, or anyone acting on behalf of any party, which are not embodied herein, and that no other agreement, statement, or promise regarding work not contained in this Contract shall be valid or binding. Any modification or amendment of this Contract will be effective only if it is in writing and signed by the parties to this Contract. Any changes to the work required by this Contract will be by change order signed by the parties. 24 Debarment and Suspension Certification
Title 2, Code of Federal Regulations, Part §180.300
The bidder, under penalty of perjury, certifies that, except as noted in a separate document, he/she or any other person associated therewith in the capacity of owner, partner, director, officer, or manager:
• is not currently under suspension, debarment, voluntary exclusion, or determination of ineligibility by any Federal agency;
• has not been suspended, debarred, voluntarily excluded or determined ineligible by any Federal agency within the past 3 years; • does not have a proposed debarment pending; and
• has not been indicted, convicted, or had a civil judgment rendered against it by a court of competent jurisdiction in any matter involving fraud or official misconduct within the past 3 years.
25 Governing Law
This Contract will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California without reference to change of venue laws. Any legal action in which enforcement of the terms and conditions of this Contract is requested, or in which it is alleged that a breach of this Contract has taken place, shall be filed and prosecuted in the County of Los Angeles, California.
26 Successors and Assigns
The terms and conditions of this Contract shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties to this Contract.
27 Exhibits
The exhibits and attachments referenced in this Contract are attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as though set forth in full in the Contract. 28 Authority to Sign
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The person or persons executing this Contract on behalf of the Contractor warrant and represent that they have the authority to execute this Contract on behalf of the Contractor and have the authority to bind Contractor to the construction of the Project.
29 Time is of the Essence
Time is of the essence in every provision of this Agreement in which time to perform is a factor.

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 EMPIRE LANDSCAPE, INC.

Sal Mendez Date
City Manager Pro Tem

Ahmet Gulcu Date
President

ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

CITY OF PALMDALE
38250 Sierra Highway
Palmdale, CA 93550

ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

EMPIRE LANDSCAPE, INC.
26945 County Road 97D
Davis, Caifornia 95616
APPROVE AS TO FORM:

Alexandra Halfman
City Attorney

ATTEST:

Roxanne Faber
City Clerk
ATTEST: If Corporation

Secretary

[Signatures of contractor on bond(s) must be notarized. Obtain two corporate signatures if contractor is a corporation.]

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□ Certificate(s) and Endorsement(s) attached
□ Confirmed business name on contract with certificate(s) □ Attached notarized bond(s), Worker's Compensation Certificate, and Guaranty □ Attached Agreement Checklist and met all requirements □ 2 CFR 200 Checklist (if federally funded)

Mitigation Areas
Habitat Restoration/Mitigation Plan – Upper Amargosa Creek Recharge Project Exhibit 2a
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Restoration (bare ground)
Upland Mustards/Annual Brome Grassland
Restoration (31.38 ac)
Burned Great Basin Sage Scrub
California Buckwheat - Chaparral Yucca - Silver Cholla Scrub/Annual Brome Grassland Degraded California Juniper Woodland
Disturbed California Juniper Woodland
Disturbed California Juniper Woodland/Buckwheat Scrub
Disturbed Rubber Rabbbitbrush - Great Basin Sage Scrub
Disturbed Rubber Rabbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbush - Great Basin Sage Scrub Disturbed Rubber Rabbitbrush Scrub
Disturbed Rubber Rabbitbrush Scrub - Great Basin Sage Scrub/Upland Mustards Disturbed Sandy/Cobby Wash
Joshua Tree Woodland
Open Rubber Rabbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbush - Great Basin Sage Scrub Rubber Rabbitbrush Scrub - Great Basin Sage Scrub/Upland Mustards Rubber Rabbitbrush Scrub/Annual Brome Grassland - Upland Mustards Enhancement (10.98 ac)
Rubber Rabbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbush - Great Basin Sage Scrub Great Basin Sage Scrub
Californa Buckwheat - Rubber Rabbitbrush Scrub
Fourwing Saltbush Scrub
Open Rubber Rabbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbush - Great Basin Sage Scrub Sandy/Cobbly Wash
California Buckwheat - Chaparral Yucca - Scrub
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Mitigation Areas
Habitat Restoration/Mitigation Plan – Upper Amargosa Creek Recharge Project Exhibit 2b
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c
a b
Mitigation Plan Area
Creation (7.61 ac)
Disturbed
Disturbed Rubber Rabbbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbrush - California Buckwheat Scrub Disturbed Rubber Rabbbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbrush Scrub Bare Ground/Developed
Joshua Tree Woodland Restoration
Restoration (bare ground)
Tamarisk thickets
Restoration (31.38 ac)
Disturbed Rubber Rabbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbush - Great Basin Sage Scrub Disturbed Sandy/Cobby Wash
Remnant Joshua Tree Woodland
Open Rubber Rabbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbush - Great Basin Sage Scrub Rubber Rabbitbrush Scrub - Great Basin Sage Scrub/Upland Mustards Rubber Rabbitbrush\Mule Fat Thickets
Enhancement (10.98 ac)
Rubber Rabbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbush - Great Basin Sage Scrub Fourwing Saltbush Scrub
Open Rubber Rabbitbrush - Fourwing Saltbush - Great Basin Sage Scrub Not
A Part
Grouted Rip-Rap
Nature/Interpretive Trail

City Council Staff Report

DATE: AUGUST 19, 2025

TO: HONORABLE MAYOR PRO TEM AND CITY COUNCIL

FROM: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM DIVISION

DISTRICT: 2

SUBJECT: AWARD CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH E2 CONTRACTING, INC., FOR PN 861, AMARGOSA CREEK TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS
FOR A TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT OF $774,977.02 FOR A
TERM OF 100 WORKING DAYS PLUS 90 DAYS OF MAINTENANCE

POST CONSTRUCTION FROM THE DATE OF THE NOTICE TO

PROCEED

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommend that the City Council:

1. Award Construction Agreement No. A-9462 with E2 Contracting Inc., for PN 861, FY 2025-26 Amargosa Creek Trail Improvements (including Alternative 1) for a total not to exceed amount of $ 774,977.02, which includes a contract amount of $704,524.56, plus a 10% contingency amount of $70,452.46 for a term of 100 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed ; and, a maintenance period of 90 calendar days;

2. Authorize the City Manager Pro Tem or his designee to execute the Agreement No. A-9462 with E2 Contracting, Inc., including minimal and/or non -substantial changes; and,

3. Authorize the City Manager Pro Tem or his designee to approve change orders for additional or changed scope of work up to the 10% contingency amount approved by the Council.

BACKGROUND

Amargosa Creek Trail Improvements Project will provide enhanced trails, establish trailheads and add site beautification, and increase user amenities, such as tables, educational signage, fitness equipment and bicycle repair infrastructure.

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: Award of PN 861, Agrmt No. A-9462 with E2 Contracting, Inc.

August 19, 2025

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Project is located between north of Elizabeth Lake Road, from 0.5 mile s west of 25th Street West and 0.3 miles east of 25th Street West in Palmdale Council District 2. It will include planting native drought-tolerant vegetation to sequester greenhouse gases and reduce the heat island effect. Outcomes include access points for natural lands within an increasingly urbanized community and providing educational and health benefits for users using the project for active transportation and recreation.

The Alternate Bid 1 included the Public Art Pad Footing, Dero Bike Fixit Station, and 20' X 20' Ocotillo Shade Structures.

DISCUSSION

On June 5, 2025, the project was advertised for construction bids through the PlanetBids electronic platform. Twenty (20) vendors registered as prime contractors. By the bid deadline on July 22, 2025, the City received six (6) electronic bids, which are summarized below:

Bidder Location Amount

1. E2 Contracting, Inc. Orange, CA $704,524.56

2. RG General E Norco, CA $826,587.00

3. Azas Engineering Inc Glendale, CA $1,002,600.00

4. Bedrock Group, Inc. La Canada, CA $1,057,050.00

5. C.S. Legacy Construction, Inc Walnut, CA $1,126,542.95

6. R.C. Becker and Son, Inc Santa Clarita, CA $1,191,985.69

E2 Contracting , Inc. , was found to be the lowest bidder, was responsive to all bid requirements, and has secured a 10% bid bond as required. In recent years, E2 Contracting Inc. has successfully completed several projects for the University of California, Riverside, and the Bureau of Land Management. They also listed references for current and completed projects in the cities of Riverside, Corona, and Los Angeles between the fall of 2022 through 2024.

E2 Contracting, Inc. proposed a construction cost of $ 704,524.56, which includes the alternative bid of $113,738.05. The contract will allow a 10% contingency of $70,452.46.

FISCAL IMPACT

$774,977.02; This project is funded using Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD), Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks, Open Space, Beaches, Rivers Protection, and Water Conservation Measure (Measure A), approved by voters on November 8, 2016. Sufficient funds are budgeted and available in FY 2025-26.

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: Award of PN 861, Agrmt No. A-9462 with E2 Contracting, Inc.

August 19, 2025

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The following is an estimate of anticipated expenditure for Project:

Description Estimated Cost
Construction Contract $ 704,524.56
Contingency (10%) $70,452.46
Total $774,977.02

STRATEGIC PLAN

Goal I: To store and preserve one of California’s most precious resources, water.

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

Prepared by:

Leonardo Torres, P.E.

ATTACHMENTS

Agrmt No. A-9462 with E2 Contracting, Inc.

Project Map

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14 AGREEMENT NO. A
-

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT

BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALMDALE AND
E2 CONTRACTING

THIS CONTRACT

(“Contract”) is made and entered into
by and between City of
Palmdale, a public entity (
"City"), and
E2 CONTRACTING
, a

CORPORATION

("Contractor"). Contractor and City are collectively referred to herein as the “parties.” This Contract shall become effective on the date of the last signatory.

1 Scope of Work

Contractor shall complete the Project in accordance with this Contract. Contractor shall furnish all materials and perform all work required for the completion of the following Project:

PN 861 AMARGOSA CREEK TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS

Enhance trails, establish trailheads and add site beautification, and increase user amenities such as tables, educational signage, fitness equipment and bicycle repair infrastructure. Project will include planting native drought tolerant vegetation to sequ
ester greenhouse gasses and reduce heat island effect. Outcomes include access points for natural lands within an increasingly urbanized community and providing educational health benefits for users using the proje ct for active
transportation and recreation.

The work may consist of, but is not limited to:

• Providing resources such as schedule and securing all required approvals.

• Site Clearing, Earthwork, and Fine Grading.

• Paving and Curbs.

• Entry Monument Sign

• Tubular Steel Barrier Rail with Handrail

• Ocotillo Shade Structures

• Fitness Equipment

• Site Furnishing: benches, dog waste station, litter receptacle, interpretive signage.

• Landscape: soil preparation and weed abatement, hydroseed, landscape

boulders.

• 90
-
Day Maintenance.

Project map attached as Exhibit 'A'.

2 Standard Specifications

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Project, any technical specifications for the Project, and any other contract documents.
3 Compensation
City shall pay Contractor the total, all-inclusive, NOT-TO-EXCEED amount of SEVEN

HUNDRED FOUR THOUSAND AND FIVE HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR DOLLARS AND FIFTY SIX CENTS Dollars ($704524.56) for the construction of the Project. This amount shall cover all expenses for labor, materials, and any and all other costs incurred by Contractor to satisfactorily construct the Project. Unless otherwise provided in the bid documents or agreed upon by the parties, Contractor shall submit detailed, monthly invoices for work actually performed.

4 Completion Date

The construction of the Project shall commence upon Contractor being given a written notice to proceed, and shall be completed within 100 working days of said notice.

5 Payment and Performance Bonds; Guaranty

6 Licenses

At all times during the term of this Contract, Contractor shall possess a valid and current Class A Contractor's License to perform the required work (“Work”). Contractor’s DIR registration number is 1000063944. Contractor hereby certifies that it holds the required license(s).

CONTRACTOR shall maintain in current status all Federal, State, and local licenses and permits required for the operation of the business conducted by the CONTRACTOR as applicable to this contract.

CONTRACTOR shall be required to obtain a current City of Palmdale business license, as required by the Palmdale Municipal Code, before an Authorization to Proceed is issued.

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7 Subcontracting

8 Non-Assignability

9 Administration

10 Indemnification

11 Insurance

11.1 Without limiting Contractor's indemnification of City, as described in paragraph 10, and unless modified by City, Contractor shall obtain, provide and maintain, at its own expense, during the term of this Contract, a policy or policies of insurance, satisfactory to the City, from insurance carriers admitted to do business in the State of California and rated in A.M. Best’s Insurance Guide with a rating of A:VII or better, which contain the coverage described below.

11.1.1 Commercial General Liability
− $2,000,000.00 limit on a per occurrence basis
− $4,000,000.00 general aggregate limit

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11.1.2 Commercial Automobile Liability
− $2,000,000.00 combined single limit including owned, non-owned and hired automobile coverage

11.1.4 Pollution/Environmental Liability*
− $2,000,000.00 limit on a per occurrence basis

11.2 Policies providing for bodily injury and property damage coverage shall contain the following:

A. An endorsement extending coverage to the City as an additional insured, as respects liability arising out of the performance of any work under the Contract.

B. “Severability of Interest” Clause.

11.5 The required policies of insurance shall be endorsed to waive all rights of subrogation. Contractors waives all rights of subrogation.

11.6 Acceptable Proof of Insurance:

A. ACORD Certificate of Insurance listing all coverage, limits, deductibles and insured; and endorsements for all applicable coverage if agent has authority to 5-14

issue it; or additional insured Form CG20100704 and CG20370704 or equivalent must be provided for general liability coverage. Additional insured form CA0001 must be provided for automobile liability coverage.

B. Binders of insurance for all coverage. Agents must confirm that policy endorsements have been ordered from the respective insurance companies.

Upon issuance, policy endorsements and a corresponding Certificate of Insurance listing all insurers and coverage must be submitted to the City Attorney.

Any deviation in this requirement will be CONTRACTOR's sole risk. CONTRACTOR's insurance requirements in Section 11 will not be impacted and/or limited by such deviation.
12 State Labor Code

12.1 This Contract calls for work to be performed constituting public works.

State Labor Code, including, but not limited to, Sections 1770, 1771, 1773, 1773.2 and 1774.

12.5 Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1771.4, the Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the California Department of Industrial Relations.

wages to be paid are those determined by the State Director of the Department of Industrial Relations. Section 1776 requires the Contractor and all subcontractors to keep accurate payroll records, specifies the contents thereof, their inspection and duplication procedures and certain notices required of the Contractor pertaining to their location.

12.9 Eight hours labor constitutes a legal day's work, as set forth in Labor Code Section 1810. The statutory provisions for penalties for failure to comply with the State's wage and hour laws will be enforced as set forth in Labor Code Section 1813. 13 Antitrust Claims
In entering into this Agreement, Contractor offers and agrees to assign to the City all rights, title, and interest in and to all causes of action it may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C. Sec. 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 16700) of Part 2 of Division 7 of the California Business and Professions Code) arising from purchases of goods, services, or materials pursuant to the Agreement. This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time the City tenders final payment to Contractor without further acknowledgment by the parties.
14 Trenching and Excavations
Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 7104, if the Project involves trenching more than four (4) feet deep, Contractor shall promptly and before the following conditions are disturbed notify the City in writing of any:

14.1 Material that Contractor believes may be material that is hazardous waste, as defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 25117, that is required to be 8-14

removed to a Class I, Class II, or Class III disposal site in accordance with provisions of existing law; and/or

14.2 Subsurface or latent physical conditions at the site differing from those indicated; and/or

15 Location of Existing Elements
Pursuant to Government Code Sections 4216 to 4216.9, the methods used and costs involved to locate existing elements, points of connection and all construction methods are Contractor’s sole responsibility. Accuracy of information furnished, as to existing conditions, is not guaranteed. Contractor, at its sole expense, must make all investigations necessary to determine locations of existing elements, which may include, without limitation, contacting U.S.A. alert and other private underground locating firm(s), and/or utilizing potholes, specialized locating equipment and/or hand trenching.
16 Third Party Claims
Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 9201, the City has full authority to compromise or otherwise settle any claim relating to this Contract at any time. The City shall timely notify Contractor of the receipt of any third-party claim relating to the Contract. The City shall be entitled to recover its reasonable costs incurred in providing the notification required by Public Contract Code Section 9201(b). 9-14

17 Non-Collusion
Contractor hereby certifies that this bid is genuine and not a sham or collusive, or made in the interest or on behalf of any person or business not herein named. Contractor further certifies that Contractor has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other bidder to furnish a sham bid, or any other person or business to refrain from bidding, and Contractor has not in any manner sought by collusion to secure itself an advantage over any other bidder. Contractor also affirms that it has signed and submitted with its bid to the City a Non-collusion Declaration as required by Public Contract Code Section 7106.
18 Conflicts of Interest
Contractor agrees not to accept any employment or representation during the term of this Contract or within twelve (12) months after completion of the work under this Contract which is or may likely make Contractor “financially interested,” as provided in Government Code Section 1090 and 87100, in any decisions made by City on any matter in connection with which Contractor has been retained pursuant to this Contract.
19 Audit
The City or its representative shall have the option of inspecting and/or auditing all records and other written materials used by Contractor in preparing its billings to the City as a condition precedent to any payment to Contractor. Contractor will promptly furnish documents requested by the City. Additionally, pursuant to Government Code Section 8546.7, if this Contract involves the expenditure of public funds in excess of ten thousand dollars ($10,000), Contractor shall be subject to State Auditor examination and audit at the request of the City or as part of any audit of the City, for a period of three (3) years after final payment under this Contract. 20 Substitute Security
Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22300, the substitution of securities for any moneys withheld by the City to ensure performance under a contract is permitted, except where financing will be provided by the Farmers Home Administration of the United States Department of Agriculture pursuant to the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. Sec. 1921 et seq.) or where federal regulations or policies, or both, do not allow the substitution of securities. At the request and expense of Contractor, securities equivalent to the amount withheld shall be deposited with the City, or with a state or federally chartered bank in the State of California as the escrow agent, that shall then pay those moneys to Contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the Contract, the securities shall be returned to Contractor.

Alternatively, Contractor may request and the City shall make payment of retentions earned directly to the escrow agent at the expense of Contractor. At the expense of 10-14

Contractor, Contractor may direct the investment of the payments into securities, and Contractor shall receive the interest earned on the investments upon the same terms provided for securities deposited by Contractor. Upon satisfactory completion of the Contract, Contractor shall receive from the escrow agent all securities, interest, and payments received by the escrow agent from the City, pursuant to the terms of this section.

The escrow agreement for security deposits in lieu of retention shall be substantially similar to the form provided in Public Contract Code Section 22300(f). 21 Claims Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute or controversy with the City over any matter whatsoever, the Contractor shall not cause any delay or cessation in or of Work, but shall proceed with the performance of the Work in dispute. The Contractor shall retain any and all rights provided that pertain to the resolution of disputes and protests between the parties. The Disputed Work will be categorized as an “unresolved dispute” and payment, if any, shall be as later determined by mutual agreement or a court of law. The Contractor shall keep accurate, detailed records of all Disputed Work, claims and other disputed matters.

All claims arising out of or related to the Contract documents or this Project, and the consideration and payment of such claims, are subject to the Government Claims Act 11-14

(Government Code Section 810 et seq.) with regard to filing claims. All such claims are also subject to Public Contract Code Section 9204 and Public Contract Code Section 20104 et seq. (Article 1.5), where applicable. This Contract hereby incorporates those provisions as though fully set forth herein. Thus, the Contractor or any Subcontractor must file a claim in accordance with the Government Claims Act as a prerequisite to filing a construction claim in compliance with Section 9204 and Article 1.5 (if applicable), and must then adhere to Section 9204 and Article 1.5 (as applicable), pursuant to the definition of “claim” as individually defined therein. 22 Non-discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity

22.2 The provisions of subsection 16.1 above shall be included in all solicitations or advertisements placed by or on behalf of CONTRACTOR for personnel to perform any services under this Contract. CITY shall have access to all documents, data and records of CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors for purposes of determining compliance with the equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination provisions of this Section, and all applicable provisions of Executive Order No. 11246 which is incorporated herein by this reference. A copy of Executive Order No. 11246 is available for inspection at, and on file with, the Palmdale City Clerk’s Office. 23 Integration
This Contract supersedes any and all agreements, either oral or written, between the parties hereto with respect to the construction of the Project by Contractor for City and contains all of the covenants and agreements between the parties with respect to the construction of the Project. Each party to this Contract acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises, or agreements, orally or otherwise, have been made with regard to the construction of the Project by any party, or anyone acting on behalf of any party, which are not embodied herein, and that no other 12-14

agreement, statement, or promise regarding work not contained in this Contract shall be valid or binding. Any modification or amendment of this Contract will be effective only if it is in writing and signed by the parties to this Contract. Any changes to the work required by this Contract will be by change order signed by the parties. 24 Debarment and Suspension Certification
Title 2, Code of Federal Regulations, Part §180.300
The bidder, under penalty of perjury, certifies that, except as noted in a separate document, he/she or any other person associated therewith in the capacity of owner, partner, director, officer, or manager:
• is not currently under suspension, debarment, voluntary exclusion, or determination of ineligibility by any Federal agency;
• has not been suspended, debarred, voluntarily excluded or determined ineligible by any Federal agency within the past 3 years; • does not have a proposed debarment pending; and
• has not been indicted, convicted, or had a civil judgment rendered against it by a court of competent jurisdiction in any matter involving fraud or official misconduct within the past 3 years.
25 Governing Law
This Contract will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California without reference to change of venue laws. Any legal action in which enforcement of the terms and conditions of this Contract is requested, or in which it is alleged that a breach of this Contract has taken place, shall be filed and prosecuted in the County of Los Angeles, California.
26 Successors and Assigns
The terms and conditions of this Contract shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties to this Contract.
27 Exhibits
The exhibits and attachments referenced in this Contract are attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference as though set forth in full in the Contract. 28 Authority to Sign
The person or persons executing this Contract on behalf of the Contractor warrant and represent that they have the authority to execute this Contract on behalf of the Contractor and have the authority to bind Contractor to the construction of the Project.
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29 Time is of the Essence
Time is of the essence in every provision of this Agreement in which time to perform is a factor.

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 E2 CONTRACTING

Sal Mendez Date
City Manager Pro Tem

Erik Franzen Date
President

ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

CITY OF PALMDALE
38250 Sierra Highway
Palmdale, CA 93550

ADDRESS FOR NOTICE:

E2 CONTRACTING
306 W. Katella Ave., Suite B
Orange, California 92867
APPROVE AS TO FORM:

Alexandra Halfman
City Attorney

ATTEST:

Roxanne Faber
City Clerk

[Signatures of contractor on bond(s) must be notarized. Obtain two corporate signatures if contractor is a corporation.]

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1 MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL/SA

CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER
38300 SIERRA HIGHWAY, SUITE B

PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA
AUGUST 5, 2025
5:00 PM

www.cityofpalmdaleca. gov

1) CALL MEETING TO ORDER

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt called the meeting to order at 5:01 pm.

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

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

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

ABSENT: None.

3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE

Councilmember Bishop led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4) PRESENTATIONS

4.1) Recognition of Lockheed Martin’s 70th Anniversary of the U-2 program.

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt announced a short video would be played.

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt and representatives from Assemblym en Carrillo and Lackey's offices made a presentation to Michael Ead s, Michael Scott, and Michael Edwards.

4.2) Public Safety Department Update.

Manager Vallarta provided an update on the Public Safety division.

5) PUBLIC COMMENTS

Jason Zink spoke in opposition to approving Item 6.9.

Councilmember Alarcón pulled Item 6.12 for discussion.

2 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 and File the Monthly and Quarterly Investment Activity Reports for June 2025.

6.3) Approve Agreement with Datalink Networks, Inc. for a total not to exceed amount of $992,224, including a 15% contingency, for continued Microsoft 365 licensing.

6.4) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025 -058, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale authorizing the City Manager’s signature authority of up to $300,000 per transaction for the purchase of performers or entertainment services and repealing Resolution No. CC 2023-058.

6.5) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025 -060, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale appointing Ken Pulskamp as Interim Director of Public Safety for the City under Government Code Section 21221 (h).

6.6) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025 -056, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the application for Land and Water Conservation Fund for the Arnie Quinones Park Project.

6.7) Approve Requisitions with SiteOne Landscape Supply LLC and Wilber -Ellis Company for fertilizer supplies in a combined total amount not to exceed $474,000 for Fiscal Year 2025-26.

6.8) Approve Requisition with SiteOne Landscape Supply LLC for irrigation and water conservation supplies in an amount not to exceed $380,000 for Fiscal Year 2025-26.

6.9) Accept Notice of Completion (NOC) for PN 867/868, Traffic Signal Modification at Avenue M and 20th/30th St. East Project.

6.10) Accept Notice of Completion (NOC) for PN 902 ESCO Energy Project.

6.11) Approve Requisition with Boething Treeland Farms, Inc., for wholesale plant materials in an amount not to exceed $137,500 for Fiscal Year 2025-26.

6.12) Approve Energy for Palmdale’s Independent Choice (EPIC) Residential Peak Demand Response Incentive Program.

Senior Analyst Talavera provided a detailed presentation on the EPIC Incentive Program.

3 Councilmember Alarcón provided further information on how to apply for the program.

Motion: Approve Energy for Palmdale's Independent Choice (EPIC) Residential Peak Demand Response Incentive Program.

Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Eric Ohlsen.

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

6.13) Approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

Motion: Approve all items listed on the Consent Calendar except for Item 6.12.

Moved by Austin Bishop, seconded by Andrea Alarcón.

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

7) PUBLIC HEARING

7.1) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025 -055, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the issuance of California Municipal Financing Authority (CMFA) exempt facility bonds in an aggregate amount not to exceed $95,000,000 for the purpose of financing or refinancing the acquisition, construction, improvement, and equipping of Palmdale family housing and certain other matters relating.

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt opened the Public Hearing.

City Clerk Scott read the title of Resolution No. CC 2025-055.

Director of Operations Samson presented the staff report.

Public Testimony: Jason Zink

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt closed the Public Hearing.

Motion: Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025 -055, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving the issuance of California Municipal Financing Authority (CMFA) exempt facility bonds in an aggregate amount not to exceed $95,000,000 for the purpose of financing or refinancing the acquisition, construction, improvement, and equipping of Palmdale family housing and certain other matters relating
Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Austin Bishop.

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

4 Alarcón.

8) CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

City Manager Pro Tem Mendez provided an update on several upcoming events, including: Farmer's Market at Oasis Park on Fridays through October 31, Family Movie Night at the Amphitheater on August 8, and the Concert Series at the Amphitheater featuring TLC on August 9 and the Beach Boys on August 16.

9) NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS:

The following individuals provided public comments:

Rich Gallego expressed concerns about Lancaster's mayor speaking out against the Palmdale Freedom Coalition (“PFC”), urged Palmdale to reconsider its relationship with Lancaster, and discussed the at-large mayor ordinance submitted by the PFC.

Jason Zink discussed the agenda language, the super commuters problem, the City Council budget, former City Manager Perez, the Antelope Valley Unified High School District aquatic center, and the at-large elected mayor position.

Betsy Haslett urged community members to attend the Palmdale Partner's Academy.

Tammy Davis, a resident of Twin Palms, expressed concerns about falsified information and rent hikes.

David Berver discussed issues related to Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, increased traffic caused by new housing developments, and the agenda information.

Roger Soderstedt expressed support for the rotational mayor system.

Xitlali Bravo -Soza addressed concerns related to immigration enforcement, specifically requesting identification due to public safety considerations.

Marsha Furman spoke about expanding Palmdale recreation centers for emergency response purposes and referenced the $10 million Aquatic Center under construction for the Antelope Valley High School District.

Mark Maldonado expressed support for an at -large mayor and the ordinance proposed by the Palmdale Freedom Coalition (PFC), as well as support for veteran organizations.

Michael Ross commented on the recall efforts and conduct of the Lancaster mayor and urged the Palmdale City Council to publicly oppose such behavior.

Carol Ross expressed support for an at -large mayor and opposed Palmdale's

5 association with Lancaster.

Betsy Haslett provided feedback regarding the 5 pm scheduled time for City Council meetings.

10) COUNCIL REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR FUTURE

AGENDA ITEMS

10.1) Council Reports.

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt briefly addressed the public's interest in having a directly elected mayor, stated she has no association with Lancaster, and noted her vote against the Multi-Agency Regional Resilience Center (MARRC).

Councilmember Loa motioned to include the topic of a directly elected mayor on a future agenda as soon as possible. The motion died for lack of a second.

Councilmember Ohlsen made a counter motion and discussed important considerations before moving back to an at -large elected mayor, including the election code, the Palmdale Charter, and the California Voter's Rights Act. He proposed forming a Citizen Advisory Committee to work with a CVRA consultant and a demographer to go down a legal path to explore whether the City can create districts that aren’t racially polarizing. Further discussion included maintaining an open process, engaging the courts for declaratory relief, and ensuring fiscal responsibility to residents.

Motion: Explore the creation of a Citizen Advisory Committee to work with a CVRA consultant and a demographer to go down a legal path to explore whether we can create districts that aren’t racially polarizing.

Moved by Eric Ohlsen, seconded by Andrea Alarcón.

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

Councilmember Bishop participated in various meetings and events, including the July 4th Fireworks Show at the Amphitheater, Sanitation District meetings, the Transportation Coalition meeting, the Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District meeting, the District 1 Neighborhood Watch event at Poncitlan Square, the summer concert with Kool & The Gang, and the Youth Fentanyl Awareness Summer program.

Councilmember Ohlsen reported attending the Transportation meetings and the Joshua Tree workshop.

Councilmember Alarcón discussed her earlier inquiry about the City’s authority to require Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents working within the jurisdiction

6 to reveal their identification. She also talked about the recent actions by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

Motion: Request a full report on what has transpired with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents identifying themselves.

Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Laura Bettencourt.

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

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt provided an update on the League of California Cities Desert Mountain Division meeting. She also requested a meeting to discuss strategies for increasing the number of grocery stores in Palmdale, suggested adding a link to the website with the road paving plan, and asked about the names of Veteran organizations that did not receive funding.

Councilmember Alarcón discussed the Emergency Needs Veterans Fund and requested that it be brought back as an agenda item to provide the public with details.

Motion: Bring back a future presentation item to provide details on the Emergency Needs Veteran Fund.

Moved by Andrea Alarcón, seconded by Laura Bettencourt.

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

City Manager Pro Tem Mendez updated the Council on a future Pavement Management Plan.

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt discussed the previous public survey on preferred meeting times for City Council meetings and requested that the public be surveyed again. City Attorney Halfman informed the Council that the meeting time is at the Council’s pleasure. Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Alarcón, to add a discussion item about the City Council meeting time to a future agenda; no vote was taken.

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt announced a District 3 Town Hall meeting scheduled for September 18th at 6:00 pm at the Palmdale Playhouse.

7 11) ADJOURN

Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt adjourned the meeting in honor of Mr. Vincent Dino at 6:37 pm to August 19, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber located at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, California.

Laura Bettencourt, Mayor Pro Tem

ATTEST:

Rochelle Scott, City Clerk

City Council Staff Report

DATE: AUGUST 19, 2025

TO: HONORABLE MAYOR PRO TEM AND CITY COUNCIL

FROM: OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER

CITY CLERK DIVISION

DISTRICT: ALL

SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL REVIEW AND DIRECTION REGARDING CHANGES

TO EXISTING COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommend that the City Council:

1. Review the current committee appointments and provide direction regarding any desired changes.

BACKGROUND

At its meeting on July 15, 2025, the City Council directed staff to return with the current list of committee appointments for further discussion and potential action. These appointments ensure that the City is appropriately represented on a range of local and regional committees, boards, and commissions.

Appointments of Councilmembers and designated alternates require nomination and approval by a majority vote of the City Council. Councilmembers serve on these committees at the discretion of the Council. If a Councilmember is no longer able to serve, a formal request for removal must be submitted. In such cases, if an alternate has been appointed, the alternate may assume the role on an interim basis until the Council makes a new appointment.

DISCUSSION

City Council members currently represent the City on various local and regional committees, boards, and commissions . This item is presented to provide the Council with an opportunity to review the existing committee assignments and direct staff regarding any desired changes or updates.

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: City Council review and direction regarding changes to existing committee appointments
August 19, 2025

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ANTELOPE VALLEY AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (AVAQMD)

Health and Safety Code Section 41310 states, “ The AVAQMD shall be governed by a district board consisting of seven members as follows: (a) Two members of the City Council of the City of Lancaster appointed by the city council. (b) Two members of the City Council of the City of Palmdale appointed by the City Council. (c) Two persons appointed by the member of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles who represent a majority of the population of the Antelope Valley District, one of whom may be that supervisor. (d) A public member who shall be appointe d by the members appointed under subdivisions (a) to (c), inclusive.”

Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am at the Lancaster District office, 43301 Division Street, Suite 206, Lancaster, CA.

Delegate: Councilmember Bishop
Delegate: Councilmember Loa
Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt

ANTELOPE VALLEY FAIRGROUNDS AUTHORITY

The Antelope Valley Fair Authority is a Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Lancaster and the 50 th District Agricultural Association . The Authority shall be administered by a Board of Directors consisting of eight members as follows : 1) One member shall be designated by the State Senator for the District in which the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds are located, 2) One member shall be designated by the State Assemblymember for the District in which the Anteloope Valley Fairgrounds are located, 3) Two members shall be designated by the Mayor of the City of Lancaster, with concurrence of the City Council, and 4) One member shall be a member of the Boar d of Directors of the Association , shall be designated by such Board and serve as a liaison between the Board for the Authority and the Board for the Association 5) One member shall be a member of the Board o f Directors of the F riends of the Antelope Valle y Fair, Inc. and shall be designated by the Mayor of the City of Lancaster, 6) One member shall be designated by the Mayor of the City of Palmdale, with concurrence of the City Council, and 7) One member shall be designated by the Los Angeles County Superv isor of the District in which the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds are located.

Meetings are held on the 4th Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W. Avenue H, Suite 102, Lancaster, CA.

Delegate: Councilmember Loa

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: City Council review and direction regarding changes to existing committee appointments
August 19, 2025

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ANTELOPE VALLEY TRANSIT AUTHORITY (AVTA)

The AVTA is governed by a Joint Powers Agreement between the cities of Lancaster and Palmdale, and Los Angeles County. AVTA was established in 1992 after Antelope Valley residents expressed a strong desire for publ ic transportation in the high desert. AVTA’s total service area covers 1,200 square miles and is bounded by the Kern County line to the north, the San Bernardino County line to the east, the Angeles National Forest to the south, and Interstate 5 to the wes t. The fixed -route service area covers approximately 100 square miles.

Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 10:00 am at the AVTA office at 42210 6th Street West, Lancaster, CA.

Delegate: Councilmember Loa
Delegate: Councilmember Ohlsen
Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt
Alternate: Citizen Kathryn Mac Laren-Gomez

CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION (CCCA)

The general purpose of the CCCA is to serve as a rallying point for cities contracting for municipal services to ensure constituents receive the best service at the minimum cost.

Through municipal seminars, education, and the exchange of ideas and information, the association combines resources to influence policy decisions affecting member cities.

Meetings are held as needed at various locations determined by the CCCA.

Delegate: Councilmember Bishop
Alternate: Councilmember Ohlsen

CITY OF PALMDALE AUDIT COMMITTEE

The goal of the Audit Committee is to maintain the public’s confidence in the City’s financial functions, enhance the accessibility of the City’s financial matters to our citizens, and promote the city’s financial transparency. Under the Committee’s by-laws, it shall be comprised of five members : two councilmembers, the City Manager, the Finance Manager, and one public member. Committee members shall not receive compensation nor be eligible for reimbursement.

Meetings are held in the spring and fall of each year at a time to be determined in the Palmdale Council Chamber at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, CA.

Delegate: Councilmember Bishop
Delegate: Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt
Alternate: Councilmember Loa
Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: City Council review and direction regarding changes to existing committee appointments
August 19, 2025

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Public Member: Cinthia Zelaya (Term expires June 2026)

CITY OF PALMDALE INVESTMENT OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

The Investment Oversight Committee was created under the City’s Investment Policy and is comprised of the Mayor, one rotating Councilmember, the City Manager, the City Treasurer, and the City Attorney. Committee members serve without compensation and shall meet at least quarterly to determine general strategies and monitor results.

Meetings are scheduled as needed and are held in the City’s Finance Division.

Member: Councilmember Loa (Must be Mayor per Investment Policy) Member: Councilmember Ohlsen (Council rotates per Investment Policy)

ENHANCED INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCING DISTRICT (EIFD) PUBLIC FINANCING

AUTHORITY (PFA)

The City of Palmdale, in partnership with the County of Los Angeles, established an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) in the boundaries of Palmdale and unincorporated Los Angeles County. The District’s purpose is to create a funding mechanism that can facilitate the construction of public infrastructure improvements in this area. The EIFD PFA membership is comprised of two Councilmembers, one public member selected by the Council, one member of the County, and a member of the public selected by the County. Members shall serve at the pleasure of their respective appointing legislative bodies.

Meetings are held as needed in the Palmdale Council Chamber at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, CA.

Member: Councilmember Bishop
Member: Councilmember Loa
Public Member: Laura Gordon

HIGH DESERT CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY (HDC JPA)

The purpose of the HDC JPA is to enhance the quality of life for our communities by developing and maintaining public infrastructure and providing a var iety of municipal services that complement our natural resources and environment. Under the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement, one member shall be the Fifth District Supervisor of Los Angeles County, and the alternate member shall be appointed by the Fift h District Supervisor.

Meetings are held as needed, and the location rotates between Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties. Occasionally, meetings are held in Palmdale and Victorville. The City’s appointments are to be ratified by the Authority.

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: City Council review and direction regarding changes to existing committee appointments
August 19, 2025

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Director: Councilmember Ohlsen
Alternate: Councilmember Loa

CAL CITIES DESERT MOUNTAIN DIVISION (DMD)

Cal Cities’ policy-making process allows the issues facing California cities to be debated and the organization’s policy directions to be established. Member cities generally appoint a Councilmember as a delegate and an alternate.

Meetings are held quarterly on the last Friday of the month at 10:00 am in various cities.

Delegate: Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt
Alternate: Councilmember Bishop
Second Alternate: Councilmember Loa

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICTS (NOS. 14 AND 20)

The Sanitation Dist ricts are a public agency created under state law to manage wastewater and solid waste on a regional scale . They consist of 24 independent special districts serving about 5.6 million people in Los Angeles County. The service area covers approximately 850 square miles and encompasses 78 cities and unincorporated territory within the County. Health and Safety Code Section 4730 states, “The presiding officer of the governing body of each city, the whole or part of which is included in the sanitation district, is a member of the board , and an alternate director may act in the place of the presiding officer.” The Mayor is the presiding officer of the Palmdale City Council and, therefore, automatically serves as a delegate.

Meetings are held at 1:30 pm on the f ourth Wednesday of each month at the Sanitation Districts office at 1955 Workman Mill Road in Whittier or a venue in the Antelope Valley.

District No. 14
Delegate: Councilmember Loa (Must be Mayor per H&S Code §4730) Alternate Director: Councilmember Bishop

District No. 20
Delegate: Councilmember Loa (Must be Mayor per H&S Code §4730) Second Director: Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt
Alternate Director: Councilmember Bishop

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: City Council review and direction regarding changes to existing committee appointments
August 19, 2025

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NORTH LOS ANGELES COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COALITION (NCTC)

The NCTC was assembled in 1995 to coordinate information and provide a forum for discussion on regional issues of mutual interest and concern among the cities of Lancaster, Palmdale, Santa Clarita, and the unincorporated areas of North Los Angeles County. NCTC Joint P owers Authority states, “The cities of Lancaster, Palmdale, and Santa Clarita shall have three representatives each: A City Councilmember, a business or community organization representative appointed by the City Council, and a representative at large appointed by the City Council.”

Meetings are held as needed in rotating Palmdale, Lancaster, and Santa Clarita locations.

Delegate: Councilmember Bishop
Alternate: City Manager Pro Tem Mendez
Business Rep: Councilmember Ohlsen
At-Large Rep: Councilmember Loa

PALMDALE RECYCLED WATER AUTHORITY (PRWA)

The PRWA was established in 2012 through a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement between the City of Palmdale and the Palmdale Water District (PWD) to jointly study, promote, develop, distribute, construct, install, finance, use and manage recycled water resources created by the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts Nos. 14 and 20 for any and all reasonable and beneficial uses, including irrigation and recharge, and to finance the acquisition and construction or installation of recycled water facilities, recharge facilities, and irrigation systems.

The First Amendment to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement provides for a five - member Authority Board wherein each entity appoints two members from their respective governing boards to serve on the Authority Board and jointly appoint the “Fifth Director” (Public Member Director). The City and PWD appoint the Fifth Director (and Authority Board ratifies the appointment. Under the PRWA, an alternate may be appointed.

Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month at 6:00 pm in the Palmdale Council Chamber, 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, CA.

Director: Councilmember Bishop
Director: Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt
Alternate: Councilmember Loa
Public Member: Joe Pallon – Term expires January 2026. (Per JPA, appointed jointly by the City and PWD and ratified by the PRWA Board

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: City Council review and direction regarding changes to existing committee appointments
August 19, 2025

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PALMDALE TOURISM IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (PTID)

The City and local hoteliers developed the PTID to promote Palmdale ’s tourism and tourism business environment through the development and operation of the PTID. The Board consists of seven Directors; four representatives from the hotels that pay into the TID assessment; one City Councilmember, one City staff, and one public member, wh o may be a representative of a non-lodging hospitality or tourism sector in the City. The City Councilmember, staff person, and public members are appointed by the Council.

Directors serve a three-year term and receive no compensation or reimbursement.

Meetings are held bi-annually and rotate locations between hotels.

Director: Councilmember Bishop

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) GENERAL

ASSEMBLY

The SCAG General Assembly approves the bylaws, ratifies election of officers, and SCAG’s budget. The General Assembly Delegate Representative has the opportunity to propose any policy matter for determination by the General Assembly in the form of a proposed Resolution or revisions to the SCAG Bylaws. All proposed resolutions and/or bylaw revisions will be reviewed by SCAG’s Bylaws and Resolutions Committee and the Regional Council before being considered at the General Assembly business meeting.

Delegate: Councilmember Loa
Alternate: Councilmember Bishop

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) REGIONAL COUNCIL DISTRICT 43

The Regional Council has general authority to conduct the affairs of SCAG and implements the policy direction provid ed at the annual General Assembly of the membership. In addition, the Regional Council acts upon policy recommendations from SCAG policy committees and external agencies; appoints committees to study specific problems and programs; amends, decreases, or in creases the proposed budget to be reported to the General Assembly; and directs the actions of the agency throughout the year.

The delegate of SCAG Council District 43 is a two-year term to expire in January 2027.

Delegate: Councilmember Bishop

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: City Council review and direction regarding changes to existing committee appointments
August 19, 2025

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PALMDALE SISTER CITY ASSOCIATION

President Eisenhower initiated the United States/Mexico Sister City Program in 1956. The program works to develop one -on-one community relations with cities in other countries so that people can cross national boundaries, get to know each other personally and form mutual respect and understanding of other cultures. City officials and the Palmdale Sister City Association members exchange visits to each city to foster the Sister City Program relationship. The Council may appoint as many representatives as desired.

Palmdale Sister City Association meetings are held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 6:00 pm at Legacy Commons, 930 E Avenue Q -9, Palmdale, CA.

Delegate: Councilmember Bishop
Delegate: Councilmember Loa
Alternate: Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt
Alternate: Councilmember Ohlsen

CALIFORNIA STATE PRISON – LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CITIZENS ADVISORY

COMMITTEE

The primary objective of the Citizen’s Advisory Committee is to promote communication between the institution and the community. This includes building goodwill and support, allaying community fears, and increasing public awareness and support by receiving and sharing information about the prison and the Department’s policies, regulations, an d programs.

Meetings are held quarterly in the Warden’s Conference Room at the prison.

Delegate: Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt
Alternate: Councilmember Loa

AUTO MALL AD HOC COMMITTEE

The general purpose of the Ad Hoc Committee is to collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure City actions create positive outcomes and opportunities that benefit the entire community.

Meetings are held as needed.

Delegate: Councilmember Bishop
Delegate: Councilmember Ohlsen

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: City Council review and direction regarding changes to existing committee appointments
August 19, 2025

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AV FALLEN HEROES GOVERNANCE BOARD

The High Desert Fallen Heroes event is an annual series of events in the Antelope valley that honor and support fallen heroes, particularly first responders, and their families.

These events are organized by the Antelope Valley Sheriff’s Boosters and other community groups.

Meetings are held as needed.

Delegate: Councilmember Loa

FISCAL IMPACT

$0; There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.

STRATEGIC PLAN

Goal I: Maintain adequate public safety and protection for life, property, and the environment.

D. Strengthen regional, state, and national partnerships to enhance our legislative presence.

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: Rochelle Scott, City Clerk
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Director of Operations Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager Pro Tem
Approved as to form: Alex Halfman, City Attorney

City Council Staff Report

DATE: AUGUST 19, 2025

TO: HONORABLE MAYOR PRO TEM AND CITY COUNCIL

FROM: CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT

CITY CLERK DIVISION

DISTRICT: ALL

SUBJECT: APPOINT FOUR (4) MEMBERS TO THE MOBILE HOME PARK

RENTAL REVIEW BOARD

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommend that the City Council:

1. Nominate and appoint four (4) members to the Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board to serve a two-year term to expire June 30, 2027.

BACKGROUND
The terms for four members of the Mobile Home Rental Review Board have expired. New appointments will be made according to Section 5.44.030 of the Palmdale Municipal Code. Members are appointed by the Mayor with the majority of the City Council.

DISCUSSION
The City invited residents to apply for open Board positions through its website, press release, and social media. The application period was from April 11 to May 18, 2025, and later extended to July 17, 2025.

Applicant requirements:
 Must be a resident of the City of Palmdale;
 Cannot be a resident or owner of a mobile home park;
 Cannot be employed by a mobile home park owner;
 Cannot have a financial interest (as defined by state law) in any mobile home or mobile home park; and,
 Cannot have close family mem bers (parent, child, spouse, or sibling) with such financial interests.

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Approve Appointment to the Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board August 19, 2025

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Four individuals applied and met all basic requirements. District information is included for qualification purposes only.

DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4
Councilmember
Ohlsen
Councilmember
Bishop
Councilmember
Loa
Mayor Pro Tem
Bettencourt

*Jamar Perkins

*Debra McLaurin

Adam Sarabia

Marilyn Estrada

*Currently serving members of the Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board

FISCAL IMPACT

$1,000; Board Members receive $100 per meeting, and the Chair receives $150. Funds are budgeted in Account No. 10118001. Board meetings are held annually in February.

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.

Goal IV: Maintain a desirable community where everyone wants to live, work and play.

B. Provide inclusive access to a variety of supportive services that build a resilient and healthy community.

ATTACHMENTS:

Apps Redacted
From:
[email protected]
To:

City Clerk
Subject:
[EXTERNAL] Online Form Submittal: Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board Volunteer Application Date:

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 9:44:18 AM
CAUTION:

This email originated from outside of the organization.

Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board Volunteer Application Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board Volunteer Application The City of Palmdale is an equal opportunity employer and does not 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 information, 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 City Clerk’s Office at 661/267-5151.

Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board Information:

Name
Jamar Richard Perkins
Email Address
Address
City
palmdale
Zip Code
93551
Home Number
Occupation
operations manager
Business Phone
3109306977
Why are you interested
in this position?
i currently serve on the board and would like to continue Considering your
previous experience
and activities in
Field not completed.

business, labor,
professional, social or
other organizations,
indicate what you feel
are the most important
experiences and
abilities that qualify you
for this position.

Have you had previous
public service
experience on a
commission or public
body?
Yes
Indicate the public
agency, title of position,
and duties.

The mobile home rental review board
What do you hope to
accomplish in this
position?
In this position, I hope to help guide responsible growth and development in Palmdale that reflects the needs of both current residents and future generations. My goal is to contribute to well- informed, balanced decisions that support economic opportunity, improve infrastructure, increase access to quality housing, and protect the character and environment of our city.

In your opinion, what is
the goal of the Mobile
Home Park Rental
Review Board and
what benefit does it
provide to the City of
Palmdale?
In my opinion, the goal of the Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board is to ensure fairness, transparency, and stability in the relationship between mobile home park owners and residents.

The Board plays a critical role in reviewing rent increase applications, resolving disputes, and enforcing compliance with the City’s mobile home rent control ordinance. It exists to protect vulnerable residents—many of whom are seniors, veterans, or on fixed incomes—while also recognizing the rights and interests of park owners.

List your education,
highest year
completed, and
degrees, if any?
Currently pursuing degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and a Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration
Pierce College – Actively enrolled, completing final coursework for transfer
Highest Year Completed: College – Currently working toward completion of multiple degree programs
High School Diploma – Completed
Have you read the
guidelines of the
Yes, I have read the guidelines of the Mobile Home Park Space Rent Control, Section No. 5.44 of the Palmdale Municipal Code.

Mobile Home Park
Space Rent Control,
Section No. 5.44, of the
Palmdale Municipal
Code? If so, briefly
explain the purpose of
the above and the
Rental Review Board?
The purpose of this section is to protect mobile home park residents—many of whom are seniors, veterans, or individuals on fixed incomes—from excessive and unreasonable rent
increases, while also allowing park owners a fair return on their investment.

The Rental Review Board exists to enforce this ordinance by reviewing and making decisions on proposed rent increases, resolving disputes, and ensuring that both residents and park owners are treated fairly under the law. The Board serves as a neutral body that helps maintain housing stability, prevent displacement, and uphold a balanced approach to rent control in Palmdale’s mobile home communities.

Volunteer Information:

REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATIONS:

No
Please list all other languages you know.

Language english
Language Skills Speak, Read, Write
Language Field not completed.

Language Skills Field not completed.

Specialized
training/skills:

Field not completed.

Computer Skills: Word , Photoshop, Excel, Adobe Creator, Access, PowerPoint Is any or all of your
volunteer time to be
credited toward a
project, certification or
degree program for a
school, community
organization or
religious program?
No
Please list Field not completed.

Previous Volunteer/
Work Experience as it
relates to your
volunteer interests:

Field not completed.

In Case of Emergency:

Whom should we notify?
Name
Relationship to
Applicant
Work Phone
Physician’s Name:
n/a
Phone:

Field not completed.

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

AUTHORIZATION AND RELEASE
I certify that all statements 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 Livescan 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 of work as a Mobile Home Rental Review Board Member/volunteer work and that such information collected during the check will be kept confidential. I understand that false or misleading statements shall be sufficient grounds for disqualification.

As a City Volunteer, I understand that as a volunteer, I am offering my services of my own free will without any expectation of compensation, benefits, or insurance of any kind (unless otherwise noted). I voluntarily agree to participate as a volunteer.

I hereby waive, release, and hold harmless from any liability or claims for damages for personal injury, including death, as well as from claims for property damage which may arise in connection with the above-named activities as a Mobile Home Rental Review Board Member/volunteer, against the supervisor, the

City of Palmdale and its elected and appointed officials, agents, and employees.

I hereby agree to the
Authorization and
Release set forth on
this day.
5/7/2025
Signature
Jamar R Perkins
Applicants are
encouraged to attach a
resume.

A hard copy may be e-mailed to [email protected], hand delivered or mailed (postmarked by the deadline) directly to the Office of the City Clerk at 38300 Sierra Hwy., Ste. C, Palmdale, CA 93550 by Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. Please return the completed application to the City Clerk, 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite C, Palmdale, CA 93550. For additional information, you may call (661) 267-5151.

DECLARATION OF APPLICANT
I declare that I am not a resident or owner of a mobile home park, that I am not an employee of a park owner, and that I do not have a financial interest (as defined by state law) in any mobile home or mobile home park, or have a parent, child, spouse or sibling with any such financial interest.

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Jamar Perkins
Palmdale, CA 93551 |
US Citizen | Available to work onsite | Willing to work Saturdays Professional Summary
Experienced manufacturing and logistics leader with over 10 years of progressive experience in aerospace, transportation, and production environments. Adept in lean manufacturing, team supervision, safety compliance, and cost control. Strong track record of improving operations, motivating teams, and achieving production targets. Certified in Six Sigma and project management, with a hands-on leadership style and excellent problem-solving abilities.

Relevant Experience
Production Operator I
PPG - Valencia, CA
May 2023 - Sep 2023
- Operated and maintained production line machinery in accordance with aerospace quality standards. - Monitored safety procedures and adhered to lean manufacturing practices. - Reported WIP (Work-in-Progress) movement and ensured accurate data entry for production tracking.

Operations Manager / CDL Driver
Perkins Family Trucking - Chicago, IL
Sep 2023 - Jan 2025
- Managed logistics operations, route planning, and vehicle inspections to ensure on-time delivery. - Trained and supervised drivers and warehouse staff.
- Monitored fuel usage, overtime, and delivery metrics to reduce operating costs.

Truck Driver
Ryder Integrated Logistics - Sylmar, CA
Sep 2020 - Feb 2023
- Delivered aerospace and manufacturing materials across California. - Maintained Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance and vehicle safety.

Jamar Perkins
Palmdale, CA 93551 |
US Citizen | Available to work onsite | Willing to work Saturdays - Communicated with dispatch to resolve delivery issues efficiently.

Returns Supervisor
SGPS Inc. Showrig - Compton, CA
Aug 2019 - Mar 2020
- Supervised product returns, processed inventory, and managed a small team. - Maintained detailed records and improved the returns process to minimize errors.

Warehouse Supervisor
PCCA - Elkridge, MD
Jan 2012 - Feb 2014
- Managed a team of 25 warehouse associates, ensuring timely order fulfillment. - Reduced turnover and implemented cross-training strategies to increase flexibility. - Coordinated with other department leads to meet daily operational goals.

Education
B.S. in Civil & Mechanical Engineering (In Progress)
California State University, Northridge | Expected: 2026 B.S. in Business Administration (In Progress)
Western Governors University | Expected: 2025
A.S. in Mechanical Engineering (In Progress)
Antelope Valley College | Expected: 2025
Certifications
- Six Sigma White Belt

Jamar Perkins
Palmdale, CA 93551 |
US Citizen | Available to work onsite | Willing to work Saturdays - Lean Six Sigma Certification
- Forklift Certified
- CDL Class A (Active)
- Project Management Certified
- OSHA Compliant
Skills
- Production & Team Supervision
- Lean Manufacturing / 5S / SPC
- Inventory & WIP Reporting
- Scheduling & Timecard Management
- Problem Solving & Data Analysis
- Safety Protocols & Equipment Maintenance
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Employee Training & Performance Reviews

From:
[email protected]
To:

City Clerk
Subject:
[EXTERNAL] Online Form Submittal: Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board Volunteer Application Date:

Thursday, July 17, 2025 5:33:00 PM
CAUTION:

This email originated from outside of the organization.

Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board Information:

Name
Adam Sarabia
Email Address
Address
City
Palmdale
Zip Code
93550
Home Number
Occupation
Retail Associate
Business Phone
Field not completed.

Why are you interested
in this position?
I am interested in giving back to my community any way I can and I feel this position is a crucial step I can take to make Palmdale a greater place to live in. I want to help Palmdale thrive and grow.

Considering your
I am a college student at AVC, in the Honors program, and a part-time Walmart associate. In high school, I was a member of

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.

JROTC for 3 years and held a position of Cadet Staff Sergeant being in command of my own platoon during school events. I have taken leadership positions during my adult life as well like a 3 year timeframe in which I was the sole team member
responsible for ensuring 23 production lines run smoothly.

Working for companies like Bright Innovation Labs, Aflac, and now Walmart, I have a robust confidence in communication.

Have you had previous
public service
experience on a
commission or public
body?
No
What do you hope to
accomplish in this
position?
I hope to understand my city government on a deeper level, but, above all, I hope to make Palmdale a better place to live in.

In your opinion, what is
the goal of the Mobile
Home Park Rental
Review Board and
what benefit does it
provide to the City of
Palmdale?
As a member of the Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board, I would be responsible for hearing the issues and
recommendations of the public and, to the best of my ability, present to the City Council my report for the implementation and enforcement.

List your education,
highest year
completed, and
degrees, if any?
I have a G.E.D. and I am currently an AVC student planning to graduate in fall 2026
Have you read the
guidelines of the
Mobile Home Park
Space Rent Control,
Section No. 5.44, of the
Palmdale Municipal
Code? If so, briefly
explain the purpose of
the above and the
Rental Review Board?
I have read the Municipal Code. The purpose of this code is to address the issues mobile home residents of Palmdale face such as rising rent costs, protecting mobile home slots in the city, and ensure park owners a reasonable return while maintain mobile home owner equity.

Volunteer Information:

REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATIONS:

No
Please list all other languages you know.

Language
English
Language Skills
Speak, Read, Write
Language
Spanish
Language Skills
Speak, Read, Write
Specialized
training/skills:

I am fluent in both English and Spanish and I have leadership training.

Computer Skills:

Word , Excel, Access, PowerPoint
Is any or all of your
volunteer time to be
credited toward a
project, certification or
degree program for a
school, community
organization or
religious program?
No
Please list
Field not completed.

Previous Volunteer/
Work Experience as it
relates to your
volunteer interests:

Field not completed.

In Case of Emergency:

Whom should we notify?
Name
Relationship to
Applicant
Work Phone
Physician’s Name:

Phone:

Do you have any
medical history that we
should be aware of in

the event of an
emergency? (Allergies,
medications, etc.)

I hereby agree to the
Authorization and
Release set forth on
this day.
7/17/2025
Signature
Adam Sarabia
Applicants are
encouraged to attach a
resume.

A hard copy may be e-mailed to
[email protected], hand delivered or mailed

(postmarked by the deadline) directly to the Office of the City Clerk at 38300 Sierra Hwy., Ste. C, Palmdale, CA 93550 by Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Please return the completed application to the City Clerk, 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite C, Palmdale, CA 93550. For additional information, you may call (661) 267-5151.

Executed on this day 7/17/2025
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ADAM

SARABIA

Palmdale, CA

OBJECTIVE

Detail
-
oriented professional with extensive experience in sanitation and agricultural operations. Adept at ensuring product quality and safety through meticulous cleaning processes while demonstrating proficiency in warehouse logistics and transportation m
anagement. Possessing an active insurance producer license, I am committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering client relationships. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my diverse skill set to contribute effectively to organizationa l goals
and growth
.

EXPERIENCE

Sanitation Worker

/
June 2020
-

March 2023

•

Washed and sanitized mixing, holding, and portable tanks for various products ,

including shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion.

•

Transferred products between mixing, holding, and portable tanks, ensuring proper sanitation and safety standards.

•

Attained forklift certification through on
-
site examination, facilitating efficient
movement of portable tanks to assembly lines for production.

Agricultural Worker

/
June
2017

August

20 19

•

Hand
-
pick Strawberries and Blueberries in Lynden, WA, and Lettuce in Bakersfield, CA

•

Trucker hauling Raspberries in Lynden, WA

Six Flags Team
-
Member / October 2024
–

March 2025

•

Manned cashier and maintained the storefront at Studio6F.

Walmart Front End Associate / March 2025
-

Present

•

Cashier, cart
-
pusher, front end.

SKILLS

•

Packaging

•

Warehouse Operations

•

Pallet Jack Handling

•

Customer

Service

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

•

Insurance Producer License (Valid until May 2025)

From:
[email protected]
To:

City Clerk
Subject:
[EXTERNAL] Online Form Submittal: Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board Volunteer Application Date:

Thursday, July 10, 2025 7:48:10 PM
CAUTION:

This email originated from outside of the organization.

Mobile Home Park Rental Review Board Information:

Name
Marilyn Estrada
Email Address
Address
City
Palmdale
Zip Code
93552
Home Number
Occupation
Resource Parents
Business Phone
(661)350-7972
Why are you interested
in this position?
Love to work with people
Considering your
previous experience
and activities in
Conflict resolution, excellent organization, customer service

business, labor,
professional, social or
other organizations,
indicate what you feel
are the most important
experiences and
abilities that qualify you
for this position.

Have you had previous
public service
experience on a
commission or public
body?
No
What do you hope to
accomplish in this
position?
More knowledge help the community
In your opinion, what is
the goal of the Mobile
Home Park Rental
Review Board and
what benefit does it
provide to the City of
Palmdale?
More housings opportunities for Palmdale residents
List your education,
highest year
completed, and
degrees, if any?
2 years business administration in my country
Have you read the
guidelines of the
Mobile Home Park
Space Rent Control,
Section No. 5.44, of the
Palmdale Municipal
Code? If so, briefly
explain the purpose of
the above and the
Rental Review Board?
To heard and observe any involvement of rental increases Volunteer Information:

REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATIONS:

No
Please list all other languages you know.

Language
Spanish
Language Skills
Speak, Read, Write
Language
Field not completed.

Language Skills
Field not completed.

Specialized
training/skills:

Field not completed.

Computer Skills:

Word
Is any or all of your
volunteer time to be
credited toward a
project, certification or
degree program for a
school, community
organization or
religious program?
No
Please list
Field not completed.

Previous Volunteer/
Work Experience as it
relates to your
volunteer interests:

Domestic violence shelters, homeless shelters
In Case of Emergency:

Whom should we notify?
Name
Relationship to
Applicant
Work Phone
Physician’s Name:

Phone:

Do you have any
medical history that we
should be aware of in
the event of an
emergency? (Allergies,

medications, etc.)

I hereby agree to the
Authorization and
Release set forth on
this day.
7/10/2025
Signature Marilyn Estrada
Applicants are
encouraged to attach a
resume.

Field not completed.

A hard copy may be e-mailed to
[email protected], hand delivered or mailed (postmarked by the deadline) directly to the Office of the City Clerk at 38300 Sierra Hwy., Ste. C, Palmdale, CA 93550 by Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. Please return the completed application to the City Clerk, 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite C, Palmdale, CA 93550. For additional information, you may call (661) 267-5151.

Executed on this day 7/10/2025
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City Council Staff Report

DATE: AUGUST 19, 2025

TO: HONORABLE MAYOR PRO TEM AND CITY COUNCIL

FROM: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

PLANNING DIVISION

DISTRICT: ALL

SUBJECT: ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1659, APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 25-0002 TO MODIFY COMMERCIAL STANDARDS

WITHIN THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND FIND THAT THE PROJECT

IS CONSISTENT WITH PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT 22 -002 PREPARED AND CERTIFIED IN CONJUNCTION
WITH THE CITY’S GENERAL PLAN (PALMDALE 2045)

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommend that the City Council:

1. Receive public testimony regarding proposed Ordinance No. 1659;

2. Adopt Ordinance No. 1659 approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) 25-0002; to modify commercial standards within the zoning ordinance and find that the project is consistent with program Environmental Impact Report 22 -002 prepared and certified in conjunction with the City’s General Plan (Palmdale 2045); and,

3. Find that the reque st is consistent with Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) 22-002 prepared and certified in conjunction with the City’s General Plan (Palmdale 2045).

BACKGROUND

On September 21, 2022, Palmdale 2045 was adopted by the City Council and replaced the previously adopted General Plan (1993). State law requires that the regulations governing the use and development of lands within the municipal limits of a city be consistent with the adopted General Plan for that city. ZOA 21 -007 was adopted by the City Council on March 15, 2023, which amended Title 17 of the Palmdale Municipal Code (PMC) to implement the vision of Palmdale 2045 as well as support new land use patterns and future development. Since then, staff have identified minor amendments to Title 17 which are necessary to streamline approval processes for uses within commercial zones.

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: Adopt Ord No. 1659
August 19, 2025

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On July 10 , 2025 , the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. PC -2025-014 recommending City Council approval of ZOA 25-0002.

DISCUSSION

Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the proposed amendments to the commercial land use regulations to clarify and streamline processes and improve the consistency of allowed uses.

Streamline Approval Processes

This update will allow approval for bona fide restaurants and commercial recrea tion and sports uses administratively rather than through a Conditional Use Permit (CUP).

In addition, staff recommend adding a new land use to address the sale of on-sale alcohol as an accessory use. This new land use is intended to provide flexibility t o businesses, such as commercial recreation uses, wishing to establish incidental on-sale alcohol sales through an administrative process in commercial zones, which may not otherwise be able to meet the requirements of a bona fide restaurant. Furthermore, staff recommend a minor change to the parking calculation table for commercial recreation uses to clarify project requirements.

Additionally, cottage food operations, the preparation or packaging of limited types of food in a private home for sale to con sumers, are an allowable land use within any zone that allows residential uses, with administrative approval . Therefore, the proposed amendments include updates to the land use table to allow cottage food operations in other zones that also allow housing.

Consistency of Allowable Uses

The Employment Flex General Plan land use designation and Office Flex (OFX) zone is also intended to transition between intensive service, retail, and commercial uses and lighter industrial uses. As such, some land uses that are allowed in light industrial zones and commercial zones have been included as permitted uses in the OFX zone:

 Animal Sales and Services
 Nursery/Garden Center
 Tattoo/Body Art/ Piercing
 Bar/Nightclub/Lounge
 Brewpub/Taproom/Wine Bar/Micro distillery

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: Adopt Ord No. 1659
August 19, 2025

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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW

PEIR 22-002 (State Clearinghouse # 2021060494) was prepared and certified by the City Council (Resolution No. CC 2022 -096) on September 21, 2022, for approval Palmdale 2045. As part of the environmental analysis, PEIR 22 -002 also considered the adoption and implementation of the Comprehensive Zoning Code and Map update. Staff review has determined that a subsequent or supplemental PEIR as described in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15162, 1 5163, or 15164, is not required because the proposed ZOA would not require major revisions to the PEIR, there are no significant changes in circumstances and there is no new information of substantial importance that will involve new significant environmental effects or increase the severity of previously identified significant effects. Any future projects would be required to go through separate environmental reviews, as this ZOA is only amending commercial standards. As such, staff concluded that the request is consistent with the previous PEIR in accordance with CEQA Guidelines and has determined that no additional environmental analysis is required.

FISCAL IMPACT

This may result in a reduction in Planning application fees collected; however, it will reduce the upfront costs for businesses to get established and may attract more business to the City and increase property and sales tax revenue.

STRATEGIC PLAN

Goal IV: Maintain a desirable community where everyone wants to live, work, and play.

A. Support opportunities to celebrate rich traditions and diverse cultures in the community.

Prepared by: Megan Taggart, Director of Economic and
Community Development
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Director of Operations Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager Pro Tem
Approved as to form: Alexandra Halfman, City Attorney

ATTACHMENTS
Ord. No. 1659
Exh A to Ord. No. 1659
Exb B to Ord No. 1659
Reso. No. PC-2025-014

CITY OF PALMDALE, A CHARTER CITY,

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
ORDINANCE NO. 1659

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALMDALE APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 25-0002 TO MODIFY

COMMERCIAL STANDARDS WITHIN THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND

FIND THAT THE PROJECT IS CONSISTENT WITH PROGRAM
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT 22 -002 PREPARED AND
CERTIFIED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE CITY’S GENERAL PLAN
(PALMDALE 2045)

A. INTENT OF THE CITY COUNCIL:

1. The City of Palmdale (City) has filed an application that appl ies to the City and the City’s sphere of influence, requesting approval of Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) 25 -0002, to modify residential development standards within the Zoning Ordinance, to streamline review procedures for City projects, as indicated in Exhibit A (hereinafter referred to as “Application”); and,

2. State law requires that the regulations governing the use and development of lands within the municipal limits of a city be consistent with the adopted General Plan for that city. On September 21 , 2022, the City Council adopted a comprehensive update to the General Plan (Palmdale 2045), which required a comprehensive update to Title 17 of the Palmdale Municipal Code (PMC), and,

3. On March 15, 2023, the City Council of the City of Palmdale adopted Ordinance No. 1603, a comprehensive Zoning Code and Map update; and,

4. On August 16, 2023, the City Council of the City of Palmdale adopted Ordinance Nos. 1613 and 1614 , which identified minor amendments to the PMC necessary to address inconsistencies, clari fy review procedures, correct typographical errors and section references, as well as update the associated Zoning Map; and,

5. On December 6, 2023, the City Council of the City of Palmdale adopted Ordinance No. 1627 , which identified minor amendments to Tit le 17 necessary to address inconsistencies and clarify review procedures; and,

6. On February 7, 2024, the City Council of the City of Palmdale adopted Ordinance No. 1639 , which amended the Noise Element of the General Plan, the Development Standards for Mix ed-Use zones, the Land Use map, and Zoning map to address inconsistencies and clarify review procedures; and,
Ordinance No. 1659

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7. On December 22, 2024, the City Council of the City of Palmdale adopted Ordinance No. 1647 to address review procedures and streamline review processes for City projects; and,

8. On July 10 , 2025, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. PC - 2025-014 recommending City Council approval of ZOA 25-0002, and,

9. On July 15 , 202 5, the City Council of the City of Palmdale adopted Ordinance No. 1658 to modify residential development standards; and,

10. On August 19 , 2025, the City Council of the City of Palmdale conducted a duly noticed public hearing. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

B. ORDINANCE

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALMDALE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A of this Ordinance, are true and correct.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby finds as follows with respect to the environmental document:

A PEIR 22 -002 (State Clearinghouse #2021060494) was prepared and certified by the City Council (Resolution No. CC 2022 -096) on September 21, 2022, for approval of the City’s General Plan (Palmdale 2045). As part of the envi ronmental analysis, PEIR 22 -002 also considered the adoption and implementation of the Comprehensive Zoning Code and Map update.

Staff review has determined that a subsequent or supplemental PEIR as described in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15162, 15163, or 15164, i s not required because the proposed ZOA modifies language in the recently adopted General Plan and Title 17 of the PMC. The amendment is related to the commercial development standards and would not require majo r revisions to the PEIR, there are no significant changes in circumstances and there is no new information of substantial importance that will involve new significant environmental effects or increase the severity of previously identified significant effec ts.

Any future projects would be required to go through separate environmental reviews as this ZOA is only amending commercial standards. As such, staff concluded that the request is consistent with the previous PEIR in accordance with CEQA Guidelines and has determined that no additional environmental analysis is required.

Ordinance No. 1659

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B The custodian of records for the environmental document and all other materials which constitute the record of proceedings upon which the City Council’s decision is based is the Plann ing Manager of the City of Palmdale. These documents are available for public review in the Planning Division of the City of Palmdale , located at 38250 Sierra Highway, Palmdale, California 93550, telephone (661) 267-5200.

In addition, the Final PEIR is a vailable at: https://palmdale2045gp.org/wp - content/uploads/2022/10/PalmdaleGP_FinalEIRAppendicesResponsetoCo mmentsFindingofFactandStatementofOverridingConsiderations.pdf.

SECTION 3. Based upon substantial evidence presented to the City Council during the above-referenced August 19 , 2025, public hearing, including public testimony, and written and oral staff report, th e City Council specifically finds as follows:

A The proposed ZOA conforms with the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan.

B The proposed ZOA is necessary to implement the General Plan and to provide public safety, convenience and/or general welfare.

The proposed ZOA is consistent with the General Plan as discussed in Exhibit B. For example, General Plan Goal ED -2: Attract div erse and high-quality job options that contribute to the City’s economic growth by diversifying the economic base , because the proposed amendment will clarify and streamline approval processes and expand bus iness potential, which will attract businesses to the City. Furthermore, the proposed ZOA is consistent with Goal LUD -18: Attraction and stimulation of new employment uses through flexible land use regulations and supportive policies/actions because the amendment will provide flexibility to commercial ar eas, while still allowing review and evaluation of site - specific requirements and characteristics and adherence to development regulations and performance standards.

In addition, approval of the proposed Z OA will provide greater flexibility for commercia l development standards, clarify approval processes, and provide a path for compatible uses to operate within appropriate zones, consistent with General Plan goals to attract new businesses and increase new employment opportunities in the City.

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SECTION 4. Based on the findings and conclusions outlined in sections 1, 2 and 3, this City Council approves ZOA 25-0002, as shown in Exhibit A , and finds that the project is consistent with PEIR 22-002 prepared and certified for Palmdale 2045.

SECTION 5 . Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase in this Ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, invalid, or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this Ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irr espective of the fact that any one or more subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases be declared unconstitutional, or invalid, or ineffective, provided the basic purposes of this Ordinance and the benefits to the Ci ty and the public are not substantially impaired.

SECTION 6. All legal prerequisites and pre -conditions to introducing, enacting, and adopting this Ordinance have occurred as required by law and policy.

SECTION 7. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this or dinance and shall cause this ordinance to be published or posted as required by law.

Ordinance No. 1659

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PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 19th day of August, 2025.

________________________________
Laura Bettencourt, Mayor Pro Tem

Approved as to form: Attest:

____________________________ _____________________________ Alexandra Halfman, City Attorney Rochelle Scott, City Clerk

I, Rochelle Scott, City Clerk of the City of Palmdale, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was duly introduced, p assed, approved, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Palmdale at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 19th day of August, 20 25 effective on the 18th day of September, 20 25 by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:___________________________________________________________

ABSTAIN:______________________ABSENT:___________________________

Date:

Rochelle Scott, City Clerk

EXHIBIT A
PMC Table 17.47.020-1. Allowed Uses – Commercial/Office Zones Commercial/Office Zones
Use NC RC VC MEDFX EDFX OFX Specific Use Regulations
Eating and Drinking Establishments and Entertainment Uses Bar/Nightclub/Lounge CUP CUP CUP – – CUP
–
See PMC § 17.92.020 (Alcoholic
beverage establishments)
Brewpub/Taproom/Wine
Bar/Microdistillery MUP MUP MUP – – CUP
–
See PMC § 17.92.020 (Alcoholic
beverage establishments)
Restaurant, Bona Fide
P
MUP

P P P P P See PMC § 17.92.020 (Alcoholic
beverage establishments)
On-Sale Alcohol
Beverage Establishment
as an Accessory Use
(Accessory)
A,
MUP
A,
MUP A, MUP A, MUP A, MUP A, MUP See PMC § 17.92.020 (Alcoholic beverage establishments)
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly Uses
Commercial Recreation
and Sports, Indoor
MUP

CUP P P
MUP
–

P MUP
CUP
Residential Uses
Cottage Food Operation – –
MUP
–
–
MUP
–
MUP
–
–See PMC § 17.91.040 (Cottage
food operation)
Retail, Service, and Office Uses
Animal Sales and
Services CUP P P – – MUP
–
Nursery/Garden Center MUP P P – – MUP
–
Tattoo/Body Art/Piercing CUP CUP CUP CUP – CUP
–
See PMC § 17.92.170 (Tattoo/body
art/piercing establishments)
Commercial/Office Zones
Use NC RC VC MEDFX EDFX OFX Specific Use Regulations
Eating and Drinking Establishments and Entertainment Uses Bar/Nightclub/Lounge CUP CUP CUP – – CUP
–
See PMC § 17.92.020 (Alcoholic
beverage establishments)
Brewpub/Taproom/Wine
Bar/Microdistillery MUP MUP MUP – – CUP
–
See PMC § 17.92.020 (Alcoholic
beverage establishments)
Restaurant, Bona Fide
P
MUP

P P P P P See PMC § 17.92.020 (Alcoholic
beverage establishments)
On-Sale Alcohol
Beverage Establishment
as an Accessory Use
(Accessory)
A, MUP A, MUP A, MUP A, MUP A, MUP A, MUP See PMC § 17.92.020 (Alcoholic beverage establishments)
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly Uses
Commercial Recreation
and Sports, Indoor
MUP

CUP P P
MUP
–

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PMC Table 17.54.020-1. Allowed Uses – Mixed-Use Zones

PMC Table 17.87.060-1 Required Number of Vehicle Parking Spaces Commercial
Recreation and
Sports, Indoor
•Health, Fitness and Sports Clubs: 4.5 spaces/1,000 sf
•Bowling Alleys and Billiard Clubs: 3 spaces/bowling lane and/or billiard table plus additional spaces for accessory uses (e.g., restaurant)
•Pools: 2 spaces/1,000 square feet of pool area, minimum 5 spaces •Indoor Tennis, Racquet, or Handball Facilities: 3 spaces/court •Coin-Operated Electronic Amusement Centers: 4.5 spaces/1,000 sf •All Other Outdoor Recreational Uses: 2 spaces/1,000 sf Plus 4 spaces/1,000 sf for associated restaurant/cafe/commercial uses.

Mixed-Use Zones
Use MU 1 MU 2 MU 3 Specific Use Regulations
Eating and Drinking Establishments and Entertainment Uses On-Sale Alcohol Beverage
Establishment as an Accessory
Use (Accessory)
A, MUP A, MUP A, MUP See PMC § 17.92.020 (Alcoholic
beverage establishments)

EXHIBIT B

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
Element Goal, Objective,
or Policy
Standard
Met?
Justification
Economic
Development
Goal ED-2: Attract
diverse and high-
quality job options
that contribute to
the City’s
economic growth
by diversifying the
economic base.

Yes The proposed amendment will
clarify and streamline approval
processes and expand business
potential, which will attract
businesses to the City.

Land Use and
Design
Goal LUD-18:

Attraction and
stimulation of new
employment uses
through flexible
land use
regulations and
supportive
policies/actions.

Yes This proposed amendment will
provide flexibility to commercial
areas while still allowing review
and evaluation of site -specific
requirements and performance
standards.

City Council Staff Report

DATE: AUGUST 19, 2025

TO: HONORABLE MAYOR PRO TEM AND CITY COUNCIL

FROM: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

BUILDING & SAFETY DIVISION

DISTRICT: ALL

SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1656 TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE

THE LOCAL RESPON SIBILITY AREA FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY

ZONES MAP TO DESIGNATE VERY HIGH, HIGH AND MODERATE

SEVERITY ZONES FOR THE CITY OF PALMDALE AND AMENDING
CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALMDALE MUNICIPAL CODE TO

UPDATE THE FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES REGULATIONS

RECOMMENDATION

Staff recommends that the City Council:

1. Adopt Ordinance no. 1656 to adopt by reference the Local Responsibility Area (LRA) Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) map to designate Very High, High and Moderate severity zones for the City of Palmdale and amending Chapter 8.04 of the Palmdale Municipal Code (PMC) to update the FHSZ regulations; and,

2. Direct staff to submit Ordinance No. 1656 to the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection within 30 days of adoption.

BACKGROUND

On March 24, 2025, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) released updated FHSZ maps. The Office of the State Fire Marshall (OSFM) is responsible for identifying Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) throughout California.

These maps identify geographic areas classified by the State as having Moderate, High, or Very High wildfire risk, based o n factors such as vegetation, topography, weather conditions, and historical fire patterns and the expected fire hazard levels in those areas, as required by Government Code 51178. These classifications guide building standards, land use planning, emergenc y response strategies, and wildfire mitigation efforts . The prior LRA maps, last updated in 2011, included only Very High zones. The 2025 updates now identify Moderate and High zones that had not been previously classified.

Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
Re: Adopt Ord No.1656
August 19, 2025

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The establishment of FHSZs began in 1980 following the Panorama Fire. In response, Public Resources Code Section 4201 was enacted, requiring CAL FIRE to develop FHSZ maps. The first version of these maps was released in 1985. After the Tunnel Fire in the Oakland Hills in 1991, Assembly Bill 337 (the "Bates Bill") was enacted, requiring CAL FIRE to identify Very High FHSZs within LRAs. In 2007, CAL FIRE finalized a Statewide FHSZ model that incorporated Very High FHSZ designations for LRAs. The City of Palmdale adopted this designation through Ordinance No.1360 in 2008.

Following the 2018 Camp Fire, which burned over 153,000 acres, additional legislation was introduced to strengthen fire hazard mapping. Senate Bill 63, adopted in 2021, required the OSFM to identify Moderate and High FHSZs in LRAs. Assembly Bill 211, passed in 2022, requires local agencies, including the City of Palmdale, to formally designate Very High, High, and Moderate FHSZs by ordinance.

Per Government Code Section 51178.5, local jurisdictions are required to make the updated maps available for public review and comment within 30 days of receipt. Under Government Code Section 51179 (b)(3), the City is prohibited from reducing the hazard severity designations set by the OSFM. However, local agencies may increase hazard levels or add additional areas for inclusion that are not currently identified on the map.

To comply with state requirements, the City must adopt the map by ordinance within 120 days of the release date and submit the adopted ordinance to the State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection within 30 days of adoption.

Furthermore, PMC Chapter 8.04 needs to be updated to include the latest FHSZ map approved by CAL FIRE on March 24, 2025, and to label areas in the city as Moderate, High, or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

DISCUSSION
In compliance with government code, o n April 18, 2025, the City posted updated FHSZ maps on its website and invited public comments. To support outreach and education, the City held an in -person Community Information Meeting on June 18, 2025, at the Palmdale Council Chambers. The meeting was held in coordination with partners such as the Los Angeles County Fire Department and the County Agricultu ral Commissioner.

City staff and agency representatives presented the new FHSZ map, explained its purpose and impacts, answered resident questions, and provided educational materials on how the changes may affect property requirements and fire safety standards.

Ordinance No. 1656 adopts the updated FHSZ map issued by the OSFM and amends PMC Chapter 8.04 to reference the revised map issued by the OSFM. This ensures internal consistency with Chapter 7A of the California Building Code as locally adopted and supports continued implementation of fire-safe regulations. This Ordinance will also support future updates to other related PMC sections, including provisions related to Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
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fireworks, vegetation enforcement, and emergency response protocols, as determined by the appropriate City departments.

The adoption by reference of the updated FHSZ map aligns with the City’s commitment to proactive wildfire risk mitigation and regulatory compliance with state law. These updated maps reflect current fire conditions and a re based on updated scientific modeling, including climate data, vegetation density, and historical fire behavior. The expanded inclusion of Moderate and High hazard zones provides greater insight into the risks faced by Palmdale’s neighborhoods and offers a more robust framework for future planning and development. Additionally, it will ensure that the City fulfills the legal requirements outlined by the State and maintains alignment with CAL FIRE’s hazard reduction strategies.

FISCAL IMPACT

$0; There is no direct fiscal impact to the City.

STRATEGIC PLAN

Goal I: Maintain effective public safety and protection for life, property and the environment.

B. Be prepared to protect life, property, and the environment in the event of catastrophic disasters and emergencies.

ATTACHMENTS

Ord. No. 1656
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CITY OF PALMDALE, A CHARTER CITY,

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
ORDINANCE NO. 1656

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALMDALE

TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE LOCAL RESPONSIBILTY AREA FIRE

HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES MAP TO DESIGNATE VERY HIGH, HIGH

AND MODERATE SEVERITY ZONES FOR THE CITY OF PALMDALE
AND AMEND CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE PALMDALE MUNICIPAL CODE

TO UPDATE THE FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES REGULATIONS

A. INTENT OF THE CITY COUNCIL:

1. The City Council of the City of Palmdale is committed to safeguard ing the community from the increasing risks posed by wildfires and climate -related impacts, By adopting the updated Local Responsibility Area (LRA) Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) Map issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal and dated March 24, 202 5, the City aligns with the State’s efforts to enhance public safety, promote wildfire resilience, and improve fire prevention strategies. This map reflects newly designated Very High, High, and Moderate fire hazard severity zones within the incorporated a reas of Palmdale, based on the latest scientific data and risk assessments ; and

2. The adoption of this Ordinance fulfills the requirements of Government Code Section 51179 and ensures consistency with State law while supporting local efforts to strengthen f ire preparedness and resilience. As part of this process, the City conducted a Community Information Meeting on June 18, 2025, to present the updated map to residents, answer questions, and encourage public feedback in accordance with Government Code Secti on 51178.5. The City Council recognizes the importance of community awareness and engagement in the successful implementation of fire safety policies; and

3. This Ordinance amends Chapter 8.04 of the Palmdale Municipal Code (PMC) to formally reference the re vised FHSZ Map, ensuring that local regulations are current and enforceable. This action reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to proactive planning, public safety, and transparency.

B. ORDINANCE

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALMDALE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

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SECTION 1 . The City of Palmdale hereby adopts and incorporates by reference the “Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map for the City of Palmdale,” issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal and approved by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, dated March 24, 2025. This map designates areas within the City’s Local Responsibility Area as Very High, High, or Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zones and is adopted following a finding, supported by substantial evidence in the record, that t he requirements of Government Code Section 511 79 are necessary for effective fire protection within the City. The adopted map is entitled “Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map for the City of Palmdale” and is set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 2. The official Fire Hazard Severity Zone s Map will remain electronically available on the City’s website at www.cityofpalmdaleca.gov.

SECTION 3. Chapter 8.04 of the Palmdale Municipal Code is hereby amended to reference the revised Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map identified in Section 1 of this Ordinance and dated March 24, 2025, as issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal and approved by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.

SECTION 4 . The Cit y Council hereby directs staff to submit Ordinance No. 1656 to the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection within 30 days of adoption.

SECTION 5. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause , or phrase in this Ordinance or any part thereof is for any reason held to be unconstitutional , invalid, or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this Ordinance or an y part thereof. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof , irrespective of the fact that any one or more subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences , clauses , or phrases be declared unconstitutional, or invalid, or ineffective, provided the basic purposes of this Ordinance and the benefits to the City and the public are not substantially impaired.

SECTION 6. All legal prerequisites and pre -conditions to introducing, enacting, and adopting this Ordinance have occurred as required by law and policy.

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SECTION 7. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this ordinance and shall cause this ordinance to be published or posted as required by law.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 19th day of August, 2025.

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Approved as to form: Laura Bettencourt, Mayor Pro Tem

ATTEST:
___________________________ ________________________________ Alexandra Halfman, City Attorney Rochelle Scott, City Clerk

I, Rochelle Scott, City Clerk of the City of Palmdale, California, do hereby certi fy that the foregoing Ordinance was duly introduced, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council of the City of Palmdale at a regular meetin g 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

City and County boundaries as of 10/22/24 (CA Board of Equalization) CAL FIRE State Responsibility Areas (SRA25_1)
CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZSRA23_3, FHSZLRA_25_1) Data Sources:

Daniel Berlant, State Fire Marshal, CA Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Joe Tyler, Director/Fire Chief, CA Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Wade Crowfoot, Secretary for Natural Resources, CA Natural Resources Agency Gavin Newsom, Governor, State of CaliforniaThe State of California and the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy of data or maps. Neither the State nor the Department shall be liable under any circumstances for any direct, special, incidental, or consequential damages with respect to any claim by any user or third party on account of, or arising from, the use of data or maps.

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City Council Staff Report

DATE: AUGUST 19, 2025

TO: HONORABLE MAYOR PRO TEM AND CITY COUNCIL

FROM: ALEXANDRA HALFMAN, CITY ATTORNEY

DISTRICT: ALL

SUBJECT: DISTRICT ELECTION ADVISORY SUBCOMMITTEE

RECOMMENDATION

Direct the City Attorney to prepare a resolution for City Council approval containing the subject matter and scope of the ad hoc advisory subcommittee, its duration, and membership appointments.

BACKGROUND

City Council requested a discussion regarding the creation of an ad hoc advisory subcommittee with resident members to provide input to City Council regarding modifications to City’s district election process.

DISCUSSION

The Brown Act applies to all legislative bodies of a local agency, including the city council and any board, commission, committee, or other body created by formal action of the city council (Gov. Code § 54952 , subdvs.(b)). However, ad hoc committees composed solely of less than a quorum of the city council and formed for a limited purpos e are explicitly exempt.

To create an advisory subcommittee by resolution and appoint resident members, City Council shall provide discussion and approved direction regarding the subject matter of the subcommittee, the deadline for any subcommittee recommendation or report to City Council, and the total committee appointments, including resident members and council members.

FISCAL IMPACT

$0; There is no fiscal impact with this item.

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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.

Goal IV: Maintain a desirable community where everyone wants to live, work and play.

B. Provide inclusive access to a variety of supportive services that build a resilient and healthy community.

Prepared by: Alexandra Halfman, City Attorney
Approved by: Salvador Mendez, City Manager Pro Tem
Certified as to availability of Funds: Janelle Samson, Director of Operations Approved as to form: Alexandra Halfman, City Attorney

City Council Staff Report

DATE: AUGUST 19, 2025

TO: HONORABLE MAYOR PRO TEM AND CITY COUNCIL

FROM: ALEXANDRA HALFMAN, CITY ATTORNEY

DISTRICT: ALL

SUBJECT: IDENTIFICATION OF IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS
ENFORCEMENT (“ICE”) AGENTS

RECOMMENDATION

Receive and file.

BACKGROUND

The City Council requested an update regarding concerns related to ICE operations, including but not limited to the impersonation of ICE officers by third parties. Specifically, Council requested a review of the resolution enacted by the City of Huntington Park.

After staff received City Council’s initial request on July 8, 2025, on July 11, 2025, the federal court issued a preliminary injunction against federal enfor cement agencies, including ICE, prohibiting the detention of individuals based on one, or a combination of the following factors: 1. Race/ethnicity; 2. Speaking Spanish or speaking English with an accent; 3. Presence at a particular location (e.g. bus stop, car wash, tow yard, day laborer pick up site, agricultural site, etc.); and 4. The type of work one does.

The County of Los Angeles intervened in this lawsuit, as well as numerous other cities in Southern California. As a result of the court ruling, o n July 11, 2025, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (“LASD”) amended its operational processes to include specific procedures to identify federal agents by on scene LASD officers, including direction to request identification or agency credentials and record the encounter on the officer’s body worn camera.

On July 29, 2025, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors directed County Counsel to draft an ordinance prohibiting all law -enforcement officers working in unincorporated areas from wearing any mask or personal disguise while interacting with the public in the course of their duties.

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On August 1, 2025, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the lower court’s ruling. The federal government’s appeal is pending with the Supreme Court.

DISCUSSION

Attached is the City of Huntington Park Resolution. Sections 3 and 4 of this resolution direct local law enforcement, the Huntington Park Police Department (“HPPD”) to monitor federal enforcement activity and confirm the identify and legitimacy of individuals claiming to act as federal agents. The resolution further directs the HPPD to document and report questionable conduct of federal enforcement activity and refer civil rights violations to appropriate oversight committees.

Unlike Huntington Park, t he City of Palmdale contracts with a third-party agency, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (“LASD”) , for police services. LASD represents 40+ entities in southern California. Since June 2025, LASD has been inundated with requests for changes to enforcement policy and oversight of federal agencies. All requests must be approved by Los Angeles County Counsel. Staff reached out to County Counsel regarding the implementation of the Huntington Park resolution but is still awaiting a response.

However, LASD’s revised operations do appear to provide additional process to respond to complaints related to ICE officer identification, enforcement policy, and third-party impersonators. LASD’s procedures follow the California Values Act (SB 54), which prohibit LASD from assisting with federal civil immigration enforcement. LASD officers may act in response to federal immigration enforcement operations to maintain public order, ensure the safety of community members , and p rotect the lives and safety of federal law enforcement officers involved in the operation, including the enforcement of state criminal laws.

Los An geles County will also consider an ordinance prohibiting all law enforcement officers in unincorporated areas from wearing masks. It is worth noting that the federal law regulates federal immigration enforcement. It is unlikely a county ordinance would be enforceable as to federal law enforcement officers. Likewise, any action by City would not be enforceable as to federal law enforcement officers.

The most successful enforcement mechanism is the preliminary injunction, which does prohibit certain federal immigration enforcement practices that the Court has held are discriminatory. However, the order is on appeal and further update can be provided if the case is heard by the Supreme Court. If the federal government violates the court’s order, further action can be taken by the cities and Los Angeles County, who intervened in the lawsuit.

While local law enforcement is prohibited from assisting with immigration enforcement pursuant to State law, LASD officers will attempt to identify, document, and record ICE Report to Mayor Pro Tem and City Council
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agents and activities when responding on -site in accordance with department policy.

This process addresses complaints related to ICE enforcement, the identification of ICE agents, and third-party impersonators.

FISCAL IMPACT

$0; There is no fiscal impact with this item.

STRATEGIC PLAN

Goal I: Maintain effective public safety and protection for life, property and the environment.

A. Provide comprehensive and innovative safety services to prevent crime and promote a safe community.

ATTACHMENTS

Preliminary Injunction
LASD Operations Newsletter
City of Huntington Park Resolution
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25-05 - Encounters Involving Possible Federal Immigration Enforcement Operations
VOLUME 25 NUMBER 05 DATE July 11, 2025

ENCOUNTERS INVOLVING POSSIBLE

FEDERAL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS

PURPOSE
This Newsletter provides guidance to Department personnel when responding to reports or encounters involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or other federal agencies conducting immigration enforcement activities within the County. These operations often raise public concern and require a response from Department personnel that prioritizes safety, policy compliance, and public trust.

BACKGROUND
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department may receive calls for service involving suspected immigration enforcement activity, including incidents where federal agents may be operating in the community, near schools, businesses, or homes. These incidents can cause public confusion, fear, and unrest, especially when the agents are in unmarked vehicles, unidentifiable, or decline to show identification to community members.

In these instances, California Senate Bill 54, or the California Values Act which enacted and amended Government Code sections 7282 through 7282.5, and added sections 7284 through 7284.12 and County policy generally prohibit Department personnel from participating in civil immigration enforcement.

Department personnel must remain neutral, avoid direct involvement in immigration enforcement, and ensure their actions are consistent with Department policy, the law, and the safety of the community.

DEPUTIES
When encountering or being dispatched to a situation possibly involving immigration enforcement, deputies should:

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“possible federal enforcement action.”
Attempt to identify the federal agents. If the individuals are acting in an enforcement capacity but are not clearly identifiable, deputies should:

Request identification or agency credentials from the on-scene federal supervisor or agent-in- charge. If there is no on-scene supervisor or agent-in-charge, request identification or agency credentials from the individuals acting in an enforcement capacity.

Record the encounter on body-worn camera, including identification efforts.

If the individuals decline to identify themselves, observe from a safe distance and document (such as in a log, incident report, and/or body worn camera):

Physical descriptions of individuals
Agency markings (if any)
Number of personnel involved
Vehicle descriptions and license plates
If it is determined that an incident involves federal immigration enforcement conducted by federal agents, the actions of Department members should be limited to those authorized under California law. Department personnel may act to maintain public order, ensure the safety of community members, and protect the lives and safety of federal law enforcement officers involved in the operation. This may include enforcing California criminal laws, when necessary, particularly those related to public safety and public order, such as acts of violence, unlawful assembly, or vandalism.

Deputies should focus on crowd control and public safety, ensuring the situation does not escalate into violence;
Remain neutral. Deputies should use de-escalation techniques to prevent conflicts between ICE agents and the public;
Deputies should avoid physical involvement or assistance in the immigration arrest/enforcement action while maintaining neutrality unless the situation presents a clear and present officer-safety situation for the federal agents;
The incident should be thoroughly documented, including any actions taken by deputies and federal agents, in an MDC log entry or an incident report if necessary. Deputies should also notify a field supervisor immediately;
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Use de-escalation techniques to calm tensions and avoid confrontations between federal agents and members of the public.

Documentation and Reporting
Deputies should:

Complete the appropriate Incident report(s) when required under the following circumstances:

A community member alleges a crime (e.g. kidnapping or false imprisonment); There is confirmed criminal activity;
There is damage to property related to the incident;
Ensure all reports are thorough, objective, and submitted in accordance with Department policy and documentation standards; and
Title all Body Worn Camera videos in Evidence.com as “Federal Immigration Enforcement Action.”
Complete a detailed MDC log entry documenting:

The nature of the incident, including location, time, individuals involved and actions taken; Any crowd control or de-escalation measures employed; and Supervisor notification and response.

SUPERVISOR
To ensure proper oversight and compliance with Department and County policies involving federal immigration enforcement actions, supervisors should:

Respond to calls for service involving:

Possible federal immigration enforcement, or;
Alleged crimes such as kidnapping or false imprisonment by individuals appearing to be federal agents.

Ensure that attempts to verify the credentials of the on-scene federal agent(s) or supervising officer(s) have been made.

Ensure that deputies adhere to California law and County and Department policies regarding federal enforcement while maintaining public safety.

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Notify the Watch Commander immediately and provide all relevant information, including:

Nature of the incident;
Identity of involved federal agents (if known); and
Actions taken by deputies.

Immediately report to the Watch Commander any incidents involving:

Any federal immigration-related interaction with a federal agency/agents; Large-scale public disturbances; or
Media attention.

WATCH COMMANDER
Upon notification of a federal immigration enforcement action or relevant incident, Watch Commanders should:

Closely monitor the situation.

Document the activity and all pertinent information in the Watch Commander Daily Log, including:

Community allegations of criminal activity;
Agent identification attempts; and
Department members’ actions and policy compliance.

Complete an after-action summary in a Chief’s memo, per MPP 4-01/100.25 – Important Cases and incidents, noting:

Specific details of the incident; and
Any community issues or concerns.

ADDITIONAL REFERENCES
SH-AD-757 Federal Enforcement Operations - Watch Commander Checklist FOSS Newsletters : 25-05 - Encounters Involving Possible Federal Immigration Enforcement Operations______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Current Revision
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MPP 4-01/100.25 - Important Cases and Incidents
MPP 5-09/271.00 - Immigration Inquiries and Notification MPP 3-01/140.00 Deputy Stops – Government Code Section 12525.5 Newsletter 23-06 AB 2773 (2022) – Stating and Documenting the Reason for Traffic Stops

If you require further information, contact Field Operations Support Services at (323) 890-5411 or [email protected]
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

HUNTINGTON PARK CONDEMNING AGGRESSIVE AND NON -

TRANSPARENT FEDERAL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT

TACTICS, REAFFIRMING COMMITMENT TO

CONSTITUTIONAL AND COMMUNITY SAFETY PRINCIPLES,

AND DIRECTING PROACTIVE LOCAL RESPONSE MEASURES

WHEREAS, the City of Huntington Park is home to a vibrant immigrant community, including many mixed-status families who contribute to the cultural, economic, and social fabric of the city; and

WHEREAS, according to the 2020 U.S. Census, over 97% of the City’s population identifies as Latino or Hispanic, and a significant portion of households include foreign-born residents and first-generation Americans, making Huntington Park one of the most immigrant-rich communities in California; and

WHEREAS, recent federal immigration enforcement activity in the region — particularly by agencies such as ICE, HSI, Border Patrol, and other Homeland Security operatives — has increasingly involved the use of unmarked vehicles, masked agents, tactical gear, and personnel without visible identification or federal markings; and

WHEREAS, such tactics have been widely documented in national media and public forums, creating confusion and fear among residents, undermining the ability to verify whether those carrying out enforcement are legitimate federal agents or individuals posing as law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, numerous reports and video evidence show that even U.S. citizens and immigrants with lawful status have been mistakenly detained, questioned, or targeted, exacerbating distrust and public safety risks; and

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WHEREAS, the City of Huntington Park is committed to the rule of law, civil rights, and the safety and dignity of all its residents, regardless of immigration status; and

WHEREAS, California law, including the California Values Act (SB 54), prohibits the use of local resources to assist with federal civil immigration enforcement but allows municipalities to act within their legal authority to monitor and protect their communities from unaccountable or unauthorized activity; and

WHEREAS, the City Council believes that non -cooperation must not be confused with inaction, and that HPPD and City staff should proactively work within legal bounds to document, verify, and safeguard against federal overreach;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Park as follows:

1. Condemnation of Enforcement Tactics: The City strongly condemns using unmarked vehicles, masked agents, and unidentifiable personnel in immigration enforcement activities conducted within the City, and views such tactics as harmful to public trust, communi ty safety, and constitutional protections.

2. Demand for Federal Transparency and Standards: The City calls upon the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and its sub-agencies to implement clear, uniform identification standards for all field agents, including marked vehicles, visible agency badges, and advance notice protocols when operating in or near local jurisdictions.

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28 3. Directive for Local Monitoring and Verification: The City directs the Huntington Park Police Department to monitor any suspected federal enforcement activity in the City and, when legally permissible, confirm the identity and legitimacy of individuals claiming to act as federal agents.

4. Civil Rights Documentation and Reporting: HPPD shall document and report all incidents where suspected federal enforcement activity involves questionable conduct, and refer possible civil rights violations to appropriate legal and oversight authorities.

5. Affirmation of Core Values: The City reaffirms its commitment to due process, equal protection, and the rights of all individuals within its jurisdiction. Huntington Park will continue to uphold its values as a safe, inclusive, and law-abiding community where government transparency and public safety remain paramount.

6. Exploration of Legal Remedies: The City Council directs the City Manager and City Attorney to actively monitor federal enforcement activity within City limits for potential violations of civil liberties and constitutional rights, and to explore legal remedies or interventions available to the City under state and federal law, including but not limited to formal complaints, oversight referrals, and litigation where appropriate.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS ____ DAY OF JUNE 2025.

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Arturo Flores, Mayor

ATTEST:

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Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk
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28 APPROVED AS TO FORM:

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Andrew Sarega, Acting City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK

I, Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk of the City of Huntington Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-__ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk at the Special City Council Meeting held on the 2 5th day of June 2025 and that said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to-wit:

AYES:

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ABSENT:

The undersigned, City Clerk of the City of Huntington Park, does hereby attest and certify that the foregoing Resolution is a true, full and correct copy of a resolution duly adopted at a meeting of said City which was duly convened and held on the date stated thereon, and that said document has not been amended, modified, repealed or rescinded since its date of adoption and is in full force and effect as of the date hereof.

_____________________________ Dated:

Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk

Palmdale City CouncilAugust 19, 2025

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