Agenda — Ridgecrest City Council, January 5, 2022

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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority
AGENDA
January 5, 2022
Regular Session 6:00 p.m.

City Hall, Council Chambers
100 100 West California Avenue
Ridgecrest CA 93555
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
(760) 499-5002
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CITY COUNCIL
Eric A. Bruen, Mayor
L. Scott Hayman, Mayor Pro Tem
Solomon P. Rajaratnam, Vice Mayor
Kyle Blades, Council Member
Peggy Breeden, Council Member
Ron Strand, City Manager
Keith Lemieux, City Attorney
Martin Koczanowicz, City Attorney
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Phone: (760) 499-5002
*Revised February 24, 2021
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RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL

SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

FINANCING AUTHORITY

HOUSING AUTHORITY
AGENDA
Wednesday, January 5, 2022 Regular Session – 6:00 p.m.

City of Ridgecrest Council meetings are OPEN to public attendance. Although Chambers are OPEN, public participation is still encouraged via live streaming, call-in or via written correspondence.

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

REGULAR SESSION
 Pledge Of Allegiance
 Invocation

PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Persons wishing to address the Council on matters that are within the Council’s jurisdiction and DO NOT ALREADY APPEAR ON THE AGENDA, may do so at this time.

COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Regular Meeting Dated December 1, 2021 CHARLON

2. Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Regular Meeting Dated December 15, 2021 CHARLON

3. Approve A Resolution Of The City Of Ridgecrest City Council Scheduling The Date Of The Annual Unmet Transit Needs Public Hearing For March 2, 2022 And Authorizing The City Clerk To Advertise The Hearing SMITH

DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS

4. Discussion Regarding The Board Of The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority (IWVGA) HAYMAN

5. A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council To Appropriate A Portion Of The American Rescue Plan Act Funds – Water Tank At Leroy Jackson Sports Complex WEGENER

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6. A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council To Appropriate A Portion Of The American Rescue Plan Act Funds – Roofs At Upjohn Park and Leroy Jackson Sports Complex

WEGENER

7. A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council To Appropriate A Portion Of The American Rescue Plan Act Funds - Pearson Park Lights WEGENER

COMMITTEE REPORTS
**Committee Meeting dates are subject to change and will be announced on the City website Infrastructure Committee
Members: Solomon Rajaratnam and Kyle Blades
Meeting: 4th Thursday each month at 5:00 p.m.

Location: City Hall Council Chambers
 12/23/21 Meeting Canceled
City Organization and Services Committee (‘City Org’)
Members: Mayor Eric A. Bruen and Peggy Breeden
Meeting: 1st Thursday each month at 5:30 p.m.

Location: City Hall Council Chambers
 Report from 1/6/22

OTHER COMMITTEES, BOARDS, OR COMMISSIONS

CITY MANAGER REPORT

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS

ADJOURNMENT
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT:

Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Regular Meeting Dated December 1, 2021
PRESENTED BY: Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
SUMMARY:

Draft Minutes of the City Council / Successor Redevelopment Agency / Housing Authority / Financing Authority Regular Meeting Dated December 1, 2021 FISCAL IMPACT: None
ACTION REQUESTED: Approve minutes
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
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RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL

SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

FINANCING AUTHORITY

HOUSING AUTHORITY
DRAFT Minutes
December 1, 2021 Regular Session – 6:00 p.m.

This meeting was recorded and will be on file in the Office of the City Clerk for a certain period of time from date of approval by the Ridgecrest City Successor Agency/Financing Authority/Housing Authority. Meetings are recorded solely for the purpose of preparation of minutes.

CALL TO ORDER – 6:00 p.m.

ROLL CALL
Council Present: Mayor Eric A. Bruen; Mayor Pro Tem L. Scott Hayman; Vice Mayor Solomon P.

Rajaratnam; and Council Members Peggy Breeden and Kyle Blades Council Absent: None
Staff Present: City Manager Strand; City Attorney Koczanowicz (Via WebEx); City Clerk Charlon; Chief of Police McLaughlin; Finance Director Freese; PW Director Reed (via phone); Interim P&R Director Wegener

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
 Blades - Hayman: 5 Ayes
NOTE: The vote is displayed in bold below each item. For example, Blades-Rajaratnam denotes Council Member Blades made the motion and Vice Mayor Rajaratnam seconded the motion.

PRESENTATIONS

1. Family Court Awareness

PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Comments heard from M. Neel, M. Boyd, K. Brown

COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bruen – Friday City Hall Christmas Tree Lighting 4pm; Santa’s Art Shop this weekend; Dec. 11 9am Elk’s Children’s Parade

CONSENT CALENDAR

2. Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Dated November 3, 2021 & November 17, 2021 Charlon
 Blades - Breeden: 5 Ayes

DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS

3. Discussion Regarding The Board Of The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority (IWVGA) Hayman
Comments heard from M. Neel, M. Sinnott

DRAFT MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / FINANCING AUTHORITY / HOUSING AUTHORITY REGULAR – DECEMBER 1, 2021

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4. A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council Accepting An Irrevocable Offer Of Dedication And Grant Of Street And Utility Easement From Ridgecrest Pacific Associates In The City Of Ridgecrest, County Of Kern, State Of California; And Authorizing The City Manager To Sign The Certificate Of Acceptance And The City Clerk To Record The Document Reed  Hayman - Breeden: 5 Ayes Resolution #21-74

5. A Resolution To Approve The Professional Service Agreement With Willdan Engineering For An Amount Not To Exceed $284,009 Of Which An Initial Amount Of $123,578 Shall Be Utilized To Provide Environmental Documents And Design Services. Thereafter, Authorize Staff To Amend The Agreement For An Additional Amount Not To Exceed $160,431 For Construction Engineering Services For The City FY-22 Measure V Hot Mix Asphalt And Chip Seal Construction Project; And Authorize The City Manager To Sign The Agreement And Future Amendment Resolution #21-75 Reed
 Approval of Resolution with 2 changes:

1.) $286,077 should be $284,099 in title 2.) Section 5 FY21 should be FY22  Blades - Rajaratnam 5 Ayes

6. A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council Authorizing A One-Time Essential Employee Hazard Pay To Be Paid To City Employees Resolution #21-76 Freese  Hayman – Breeden: 5 Ayes

PUBLIC HEARINGS

7. A Public Hearing Approving The Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan Application Regarding The Kern County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Resolution #21-77 Wegener
 Public Hearing Opened at 7:11 pm
 Staff reviewed report
 Comments heard from Council – would like to see cameras installed viewing the new seating area; likes the proposed area as it is easily accessible for the police; would like future solar lighting to be considered
 Comments heard from public - none
 Public Hearing Closed at 7:30 pm
 Rajaratnam - Blades: 5 Ayes

COMMITTEE REPORTS
RACVB – Marketing employee to be hired; Sports Commission Events; 8th Annual Petroglyph Event – Huge success with 77 vendors, car show, wine walk over 400 participants and $12k raised for 2022 fireworks event

OTHER COMMITTEES, BOARDS, OR COMMISSIONS
Blades - KernCOG – CalTrans updates
Tomorrow BLM roundtable – Mayor to attend for Blades
Bruen – Attended DMD Chimbole Dinner – met many Mayors from around the District

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CITY MANAGER REPORT
Staff, Planning Commissioner, Blades attending ICSC in Vegas upcoming Sun-Tues

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
Hayman – Thanked Tony Malone on Alene St. for his commitment to decorating his house for Christmas who was recently filmed to be on The Great Christmas Light Fight in 2022 Blades – Thanked Chief and RPD for daily efforts/job well done. Thanked staff for hard work.

Bruen – Thanked tonight’s callers for kind words & positivity. Desert Valleys FCU event Saturday 12/11 – Santa photos – community invited.

ADJOURNMENT - 8:00 pm
Respectfully Submitted,
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Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT:

Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Regular Meeting Dated December 15, 2021
PRESENTED BY: Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
SUMMARY:

Draft Minutes of the City Council / Successor Redevelopment Agency / Housing Authority / Financing Authority Regular Meeting Dated December 15, 2021 FISCAL IMPACT: None
ACTION REQUESTED: Approve minutes
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by: Ricca Charlon Action Date: Jan. 5, 2022
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RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL

SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

FINANCING AUTHORITY

HOUSING AUTHORITY
DRAFT Minutes
December 15, 2021 Closed Session – 5:30 p.m.

Regular Session – 6:00 p.m.

CALL TO ORDER – 5:31 p.m.

ROLL CALL
Council Present: Mayor Eric A. Bruen; Mayor Pro Tem L. Scott Hayman; Vice Mayor Solomon P.

Rajaratnam
Council Absent: Council Members Peggy Breeden and Kyle Blades Staff Present: City Manager Strand; City Attorney Koczanowicz; City Clerk Charlon; Chief of Police McLaughlin; Finance Director Freese; PW Director Reed; Interim P&R Director Wegener

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
 Rajaratnam - Hayman: 3 Ayes; 2 Absent (Blades, Breeden) NOTE: The vote is displayed in bold below each item. For example, Blades-Rajaratnam denotes Council Member Blades made the motion and Vice Mayor Rajaratnam seconded the motion.

PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION - None

CLOSED SESSION
Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
Government Code Section 54956.9, subdivision (d)(1) – In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Case No. 1:17-MD-02804

REGULAR SESSION
ATTORNEY REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION – Unanimously approved

PRESENTATIONS

1. Ridgecrest Area Convention Visitor Bureau Introduction to the California Welcome Center

PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Comments from S. Connally, T. Wiknich, H. Potter

COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bruen – Sat. @ 10am Wreaths Across America Ceremony @ Desert Memorial Park

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CONSENT CALENDAR

2. Proposed Action To Approve A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council Authorizing The City Enter Into The Settlement Agreements With McKesson Corporation, Cardinal Health, Inc., AmerisourceBergen Corporation, Johnson & Johnson, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., And Janssen Pharmaceutical, Inc., Agree To The Terms Of The MOU Allocating Settlement Proceeds, And Authorize Entry Into The MOU With The Attorney General Resolution #21-78 Attorney

3. A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council Authorizing Acceptance Of The State Of California, Office Of Traffic Safety Step Grant Resolution #21-79 McLaughlin

4. Review And Approve Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) 2022-23 And Administrative Budget For Fiscal Year 2022-23 Of The Successor Agency To The Ridgecrest Redevelopment Agency And Approval Of Resolution Resolution #21-80 Freese  Complete Consent Calendar Approval - Rajaratnam - Hayman: 3 Ayes; 2 Absent (Blades, Breeden)

DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS

5. A Resolution Approving The Master Agreement No. 09-5385S21 With The State Of California, Department Of Transportation For The Acceptance Of Any State Aid Funding And Authorizing The City Manager, Ronald Strand, To Sign The Master Agreement For State Funded Projects Resolution #21-81 Reed
 Hayman – Rajaratnam: 3 Ayes; 2 Absent (Blades, Breeden)

6. A Resolution Approving The Program Supplement Agreement No. 09-538-Y64-Serial With The State Of California, Department Of Transportation, Under Master Agreement No. 09- 5385S21 That Encumbers Zero Dollars ($00.00) Of Matching Funds And Authorizing The City Manager, Ronald Strand, To Sign The Program Supplement Agreement For Construction Of Adaptive Signal Timing Resolution #21-82 Reed  Rajaratnam - Hayman: 3 Ayes; 2 Absent (Blades, Breeden)

7. A Resolution Approving The Program Supplement Agreement No. 09—538-Y62-Serial With The State Of California, Department Of Transportation, Under Master Agreement No. 09-5385S21 That Encumbers Zero Dollars ($00.00) Of Matching Funds And Authorizing The City Manager, Ronald Strand, To Sign The Program Supplement Agreement For Construction Of Enhanced Pedestrian Walkways On Ridgecrest Blvd At Alvord & Sanders St, And Mid-Block On Downs Street Resolution #21-83 Reed  Hayman - Rajaratnam: 3 Ayes; 2 Absent (Blades, Breeden)

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8. A Resolution Approving The Program Supplement Agreement No. 09—538-Y63-Serial With The State Of California, Department Of Transportation, Under Master Agreement No. 09-5385S21 That Encumbers Zero Dollars ($00.00) Of Matching Funds And Authorizing The City Manager, Ronald Strand, To Sign The Program Supplement Agreement For Construction Of Flashing Stop Signs And Pavement Markings On Arterial Intersections Resolution #21-84 Reed
 Rajaratnam - Hayman: 3 Ayes; 2 Absent (Blades, Breeden)

9. Discussion Regarding The Board Of The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority (IWVGA) Hayman

ORDINANCES

10. Second Reading And Adoption, Ordinance 21-08 Of The Ridgecrest City Council Amending The Ridgecrest Municipal Code Regarding Family Daycare Homes Ordinance 21-08 Spurlock
Motion To Waive Reading In Full, An Ordinance Of The City Council Of Ridgecrest, California, Ordinance Amending the Ridgecrest Municipal Code Regarding Family Daycare Homes.

Rajaratnam - Hayman: 3 Ayes; 2 Absent (Blades, Breeden) Motion To Adopt, By Title Only, An Ordinance Of The City Council Of Ridgecrest, California, Ordinance Amending the Ridgecrest Municipal Code Regarding Family Daycare Homes.

Rajaratnam - Hayman: 3 Ayes; 2 Absent (Blades, Breeden)

COMMITTEE REPORTS
City Organization and Services Committee (‘City Org’)
Members: Mayor Eric A. Bruen and Peggy Breeden
Meeting: 1st Thursday each month at 5:30 p.m.

Location: City Hall Council Chambers
 Report from 12/2/21 – MEETING CANCELLED
Parks, Recreation, and Quality of Life Committee
Members: Mayor Eric A. Bruen and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 1st Tuesday each month at 5:00 p.m.

Location: Kerr McGee Center Meeting Rooms
 Report from 12/9/21- no Quorum, informal discussions held, no action taken Economic Development Committee
Members: Kyle Blades and Solomon Rajaratnam
Meeting: 2nd Wednesday of the Month @ 5:00 p.m.

Location: City Hall Council Chambers
 Report from 12/8/21 – ICSC update

DRAFT MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / FINANCING AUTHORITY / HOUSING AUTHORITY REGULAR – DECEMBER 15, 2021

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Finance Committee
Members: Mayor Eric A. Bruen and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 2nd Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m.

Location: City Hall Council Chambers
 Report from 12/14/21 – discussed FY21 totals to date
Ridgecrest Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (RACVB)
Members: Solomon Rajaratnam and Megan McKenzie (staff)
Meeting: 3rd Wednesday of the Month, 9:00 a.m.

Location: Kerr McGee Center Meeting Rooms
 Report from 12/15/21

OTHER COMMITTEES, BOARDS, OR COMMISSIONS
Bruen attended Quad State and BLM Public Round Table – mostly environmental issues

CITY MANAGER REPORT

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT – 7:08 p.m.
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT:

Approve A Resolution Of The City Of Ridgecrest City Council Scheduling The Date Of The Annual Unmet Transit Needs Public Hearing For March 2, 2022 And Authorizing The City Clerk To Advertise The Hearing
PRESENTED BY:

Christopher Smith, Transit Services Coordinator
SUMMARY:

The Transportation Development Act of 1971 (TDA), as amended, provides for the disbursement of funds from the Local Transportation Fund for various eligible transportation uses. The funds are distributed by the Kern Council of Governments (KCOG), in its capacity as the Regional Transportation Planning Agency. An eligible claimant wishing to receive TDA funding through KCOG must conduct an annual review of the transit needs of individuals and groups in the community. This year’s submittal of the Public Hearing documentation is due to Kern Council of Government by the end of April 2022. Subsequently, a public hearing must be held before the end of April 2022. Since the public hearing must be duly noticed for thirty days prior to the public hearing date, staff is requesting that the hearing be scheduled for the Council Meeting of March 2, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

FISCAL IMPACT: Allows the Transit Division of Public Works to continue receiving Transportation Development Act funding from Kern Council of Governments.

ACTION REQUESTED:

Approve A Resolution Of The City Of Ridgecrest City Council Scheduling The Date Of The Annual Unmet Transit Needs Public Hearing And Authorizing The City Clerk To Advertise The Hearing
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:

Action as requested.

Submitted by: Chris Smith Action Date: January 5, 2022
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RESOLUTION NO. 22-Xx

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

RIDGECREST SETTING THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR UNMET

TRANSIT NEEDS HEARING
WHEREAS, The City of Ridgecrest receives Transportation Development Act funds for various transportation uses; and,
WHEREAS, A public hearing must be held to determine if there are any “Unmet Needs that are Reasonable to Meet” in the public transportation system; and, WHEREAS, A Notice of Public Hearing must be published thirty days prior to the hearing date.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest does hereby set the public hearing for Unmet Transit Needs for March 2, 2022 at 6:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, approves the Notice of Public Hearing, and directs the City Clerk to publish the notice.

ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 5
th day of January, 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Eric A. Bruen, Mayor
ATTEST:

Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT:

Discussion Regarding The Board Of The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority (IWVGA) PRESENTED BY:

L. Scott Hayman, City Council / IWVGA Representative
SUMMARY:

Report and discussion regarding Board meetings of the IWVGA. Including, Board discussion and consideration of issues of importance requiring action by the IWVGA.

FISCAL IMPACT: None
ACTION REQUESTED: Discuss
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by: Ricca Charlon Action Date: Jan. 5, 2022
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT:

A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council To Appropriate A Portion Of The American Rescue Plan Act Funds
PRESENTED BY:

Nerissa Wegener, Interim Parks and Recreation Director
SUMMARY:

On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), which provides one-time fiscal relief funds to State and Local Governments and other program areas aimed at mitigating the continuing effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic. ARPA includes State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to support urgent COVID response efforts to decrease the spread of the virus and to replace lost public sector revenue to strengthen support for vital public services. The City of Ridgecrest’s allocation of direct local stimulus is $6,930,958, with the first 50% paid to the City in July of 2021 and the remaining balance in July of 2022.

The United States Treasury has adopted the interim final rule, along with a list of Frequently Asked Questions, as guidance regarding the use of ARPA funds. The final guidance is expected to be released fall of 2021. The allowed uses of ARPA funding focus on four key program areas: to respond to the public health emergency or its negative economic impacts, including assistance to households, small businesses, and nonprofits, or aid to impacted industries such as tourism, travel, and hospitality; to respond to workers performing essential work during COVID-19; for the provision of government service to the extent of the reduction in revenue due to COVID-19; and to make necessary investments in water, sewer or broadband infrastructure. The use of ARPA funds is retroactive to March 3, 2021. All funds must be obligated by December 31, 2024, and must be spent by December 31, 2026.

The City staff brought to council during a workshop on November 17, 2021 a list of recommended projects for the use of appropriations. These projects were discussed with council, community members as well as City staff.

Staff is bringing forward two projects City Council recommend for approval during the workshop.

1. Replacement of the water tank located at Leroy Jackson Sports Complex near complex. This water tank is currently over 20 years old. This water tank is rusted and has holes in it. Staff would like to replace the water tank before it is unable to hold water. These water tanks are used to hold water that is pumped out of the well and used to water the grass.

Estimated projects costs: $27,050 with a 15% contingency of $4,057.00 for inflation and unforeseen items. Project total not to exceed $31,107
Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
ARPA Justification: FAQ 6.1: “The IRF generally aligns eligible uses of the Funds with the wide range of types or categories of projects that would be eligible to receive financial assistance through the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) or Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF)” – List from DWSRF:

Installation or upgrade of finished water storage tanks to prevent microbiological contamination from entering the distribution system.

Additional Justification: FAQ 2.18
This Project was brought to the Quality of Life Committee on December 9, 2021 for discussion.

Staff is requesting that The Ridgecrest City Council approve this ARPA project and authorized finance director to allocate the funds from the ARPA allocation.

FISCAL IMPACT:
$31,107 in American Rescue Plan Act Funds
ACTION REQUESTED:

Approval of resolution
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:

Action as requested
Submitted by: Nerissa Wegener Action Date: January 5, 2022 RESOLUTION NO. 22-xx

A RESOLUTION OF THE RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL TO APPROPRIATE A

PORTION OF THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT FUNDS
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), which provides one-time fiscal relief funds to State and Local Governments and other programs areas aimed at mitigating the continuing effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic; and, WHEREAS, ARPA includes State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to support urgent COVID response efforts to decrease the spread of the virus and to replace lost public sector revenue to strengthen support for vital public services; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Ridgecrest’s allocation of direct local stimulus is $6,930,958, with the first 50% paid to the City in July of 2021 and the remaining balance in July of 2022; and, WHEREAS, the United States Treasury has adopted the interim final rule, along with a list of Frequently Asked Questions, as guidance regarding the use or ARPA funds, with the final guidance expected to be released in fall of 2021; and,
WHEREAS, the allowed uses of ARPA funding focus of four key program areas: to respond to the public health emergency or its negative economic impacts, including assistance to households, small businesses, and nonprofits, or aid to impacted industries such as tourism, travel, and hospitality; to respond to workers performing essential work during COVID-19; for the provision of government service to the extent of the reduction in revenue due to COVID-19; and to make necessary investments in water, sewer or broadband infrastructure; and,
WHEREAS, the City staff brought to council during a workshop on November 17, 2021 a list of recommended projects for the use of appropriations. These projects were discussed with council, community members as well as City staff. Staff feels that there are a few projects that could be done immediately due to the fact that these are ongoing maintenance however, due to the importance and potential increased cost of delaying the projects; and, WHEREAS, the water tank located at Leroy Jackson sports complex is over 20 years old. This water tank is rusted and has holes in it. Staff would like to replace this water tank before it is unable to hold water. This water tanks are used to hold water that is pumped out of the well and used to water the grass; and,
WHEREAS, This Project was brought back to the Quality of Life Committee on December 9, 2021 for discussion and recommended to bring to council for approval and, WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department is requesting no more than $31,107 of the American Rescue Plan Act funds to replace the Water tank at Leroy Jackson Sports Complex, this amount includes a 15% contingency for inflation and any unforeseen items; and, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Ridgecrest City Council does hereby approve the appropriation of a portion of the American Rescue Plan Act funds to be allocated for this project allowing the City manager to sign off on any agreement and have the Finance Director to adjust the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of January 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:
___________________________
Eric A. Bruen, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT: A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council To Appropriate A Portion Of The American Rescue Plan Act Funds
PRESENTED BY: Nerissa Wegener, Interim Parks and Recreation Director SUMMARY:

Staff is bringing forward two projects City Council recommend for approval during the workshop.

1. Replacement of the roof on the bathroom building located at Leroy Jackson Sports Complex near complex tennis courts. The roof is over 30 years old and is in poor condition. Staff recommends it be replaced with a metal roof to reduce future maintenance and increase longevity. Estimated cost: $24,320 with a contingency of 15% of $3,648.

Estimated total project cost of $27,968.

2. Replacement of roofs the on bathroom building and gazeebo located at Upjohn Park.

These roofs are over 20 years old and are in poor condition. Staff recommends they be replaced with a metal roofs to reduce future maintenance and increase longevity. Estimated cost: $21,000 with a contingency of 15% of $3,150. Estimated total project cost of $24,150.

Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
ARPA Justification: FAQ 4.2: “Under (603)(c)(1)(C), recipients may use funds for maintenance of infrastructure or pay-go spending for building of new infrastructure as part of the general provision of government services, to the extent of the estimated reduction in revenue due to the public health emergency.”
This Project was brought back to the Quality of Life Committee on December 9, 2021 for discussion.

Staff is requesting that The Ridgecrest City Council approve these ARPA projects and authorized finance director to allocate the funds from the ARPA allocation.

FISCAL IMPACT:
$52,111 in American Rescue Plan Act Funds
ACTION REQUESTED:

Approval of resolution
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:

Action as requested
Submitted by: Nerissa Wegener Action Date: January 5, 2022 RESOLUTION 22-XX

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A RESOLUTION OF THE RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL TO

APPROPRIATE A PORTION OF THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT
FUNDS
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), which provides one-time fiscal relief funds to State and Local Governments and other programs areas aimed at mitigating the continuing effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic; and,
WHEREAS, ARPA includes State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to support urgent COVID response efforts to decrease the spread of the virus and to replace lost public sector revenue to strengthen support for vital public services; and, WHEREAS, the City of Ridgecrest’s allocation of direct local stimulus is $6,930,958, with the first 50% paid to the City in July of 2021 and the remaining balance in July of 2022; and,
WHEREAS, the United States Treasury has adopted the interim final rule, along with a list of Frequently Asked Questions, as guidance regarding the use or ARPA funds, with the final guidance expected to be released in fall of 2021; and, WHEREAS, the allowed uses of ARPA funding focus of four key program areas:
to respond to the public health emergency or its negative economic impacts, including assistance to households, small businesses, and nonprofits, or aid to impacted industries such as tourism, travel, and hospitality; to respond to workers performing essential work during COVID-19; for the provision of government service to the extent of the reduction in revenue due to COVID-19; and to make necessary investments in water, sewer or broadband infrastructure; and,
WHEREAS, the City staff brought to council during a workshop on November 17, 2021 a list of recommended projects for the use of appropriations. These projects were discussed with council, community members as well as City staff. Staff feels that there are a few projects that could be done immediately due to the fact that these are ongoing maintenance however, due to the importance and potential increased cost of delaying the projects; and,
WHEREAS, the bathroom building located at Leroy Jackson sports complex tennis courts roof hasn’t been resurfaced in over 30 years. This restroom building roof is a safety concern due to how old it is and that the children in our community climb on top and part of the roof is made of wood slats. Staff would like to replace the whole roof with a metal roof. This would create a roof that would last a lifetime and reduce the cost of repairs in the future; and,
WHEREAS, the roof on the bathroom building and gazeebo located at Upjohn Park hasn’t been resurfaced/repaired in over 20 years. Staff would like to replace these roofs with a metal roof. This would create a roof that would last a lifetime and reduce the cost of repairs in the future; and,

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WHEREAS, This Project was brought back to the Quality of Life Committee on December 9, 2021 for discussion and approval to bring to council for approval and, WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department is requesting no more than $52,111 of the American Rescue Plan Act funds to replace the roof on the Concession/bathroom building at Leroy Jackson Sports Complex as well as the roofs on the Gazeebo and restroom building located at Upjohn park, this amount includes a 15% contingency for inflation and any unforeseen items.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Ridgecrest City Council does hereby approve the appropriation of a portion of the American Rescue Plan Act funds to be allocated for this project allowing the City manager to sign off on any agreement to have the and the Finance Director to adjust the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of January 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

___________________________
Eric A. Bruen, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Ricca Charlon, CMC
City Clerk
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Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

Staff is bringing forward this project as City Council recommend for approval during the workshop.

1. Retrofit of existing light fixtures at Pearson park.

Currently the Pearson park playground area doesn’t have adequate lighting that allows for extended use of the playground area. Staff would like to retrofit the current lights with LED lighting as well as adding additional light fixtures using the poles that are already in place and point the fixtures at the playground as well as the basketball court. By doing this project, this not only allows for extended use of this park, it would also create a cost savings on the electric cost as well as the maintenance of these upgraded light fixtures. Staff will be using the pre negotiated purchasing contract through source well to complete this project.

Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority

STAFF REPORT
Estimated projects costs: $28,631 plus a 15% contingency of $4,294.00 for inflation and unforeseen items. Project total not to exceed $32,925
This Project was brought back to the Quality of Life Committee on December 9, 2021 for discussion.

ARPA Justification: FAQ 4.2: “Under (603)(c)(1)(C), recipients may use funds for maintenance of infrastructure or pay-go spending for building of new infrastructure as part of the general provision of government services, to the extent of the estimated reduction in revenue due to the public health emergency.”
Staff is requesting that The Ridgecrest City Council approve these ARPA projects and authorized finance director to allocate the funds from the ARPA allocation.

FISCAL IMPACT:
$32,925 in American Rescue Plan Act Funds
ACTION REQUESTED:

Approval of resolution
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:

Action as requested
Submitted by: Nerissa Wegener Action Date: January 5, 2022 RESOLUTION NO. 22-xx

A RESOLUTION OF THE RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL TO APPROPRIATE A

PORTION OF THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT FUNDS
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), which provides one-time fiscal relief funds to State and Local Governments and other programs areas aimed at mitigating the continuing effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic; and, WHEREAS, ARPA includes State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds to support urgent COVID response efforts to decrease the spread of the virus and to replace lost public sector revenue to strengthen support for vital public services; and, WHEREAS, the City of Ridgecrest’s allocation of direct local stimulus is $6,930,958, with the first 50% paid to the City in July of 2021 and the remaining balance in July of 2022; and, WHEREAS, the United States Treasury has adopted the interim final rule, along with a list of Frequently Asked Questions, as guidance regarding the use or ARPA funds, with the final guidance expected to be released in fall of 2021; and,
WHEREAS, the allowed uses of ARPA funding focus of four key program areas: to respond to the public health emergency or its negative economic impacts, including assistance to households, small businesses, and nonprofits, or aid to impacted industries such as tourism, travel, and hospitality; to respond to workers performing essential work during COVID-19; for the provision of government service to the extent of the reduction in revenue due to COVID-19; and to make necessary investments in water, sewer or broadband infrastructure; and, WHEREAS, the City staff brought to council during a workshop on November 17, 2021 a list of recommended projects for the use of appropriations. These projects were discussed with council, community members as well as City staff. Staff feels that there are a few projects that could be done immediately due to the fact that these are ongoing maintenance however, due to the importance and potential increased cost of delaying the projects; and, WHEREAS, the Pearson park playground area currently doesn’t have efficient lights that allow for extended use at the playground area; and,
WHEREAS, staff would like to retro fit the current light with LED lighting as well as adding additional light fixtures using the poles that are already in place and point the fixtures at the playground as well as the basketball court; and,
WHEREAS, by doing this project, this not only allows for extended use of this park, it would also create a cost savings on the electric cost as well as the maintenance of these upgraded light fixtures; and,
WHEREAS, this project will be completed using a pre negotiated purchasing contract through source well; and,
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Department is requesting no more than $32,925 of the American Rescue Plan Act funds to retro fit the existing lights located at Pearson Park, this amount includes a 15% contingency for inflation and any unforeseen items.

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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Ridgecrest City Council does hereby approve the appropriation of a portion of the American Rescue Plan Act funds to be allocated for this project allowing the City manager to sign off on any agreement to have the and the Finance Director to adjust the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of January 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

___________________________
Eric A. Bruen, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Ricca Charlon, CMC
City Clerk

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Ridgecrest City Council
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