Agendas are available on the City Website
https://www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/council-agendas
Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority
AGENDA
April 20, 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
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in the meeting, please contact Ricca Charlon at (760) 499-5002. Requests must be made as early as possible and at least one full business day before the start of the meeting.
Documents and material relating to open session agenda items that are provided to the full City Council prior to a regular meeting will be available for public inspection and copying at City Hall.
City Council agendas and corresponding writings of open session items are available for public inspection at the following locations:
1. City of Ridgecrest City Hall, 100 W. California Ave., Ridgecrest, CA 93555
2. City of Ridgecrest official website at https://ridgecrest-ca.gov/212/City-Council
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
This Page Intentionally Left Blank
City of Ridgecrest Public Meeting Protocol
In Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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.
TO PARTICIPATE please call, email, or send mail to the contact info provided below:
The public may use one of the following alternatives for participating in person:
Watch meetings on-line:
All of our meetings are streamed live at https://ridgecrest-ca.gov/369/Watch or on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/cityofridgecrest/live and are also available for playback after the meeting.
Call in for public comments:
To participate with verbal comments, please call (760) 499-5010. This phone line will allow only one caller at a time, so if the line is busy, please continue to dial. We will be allowing a 20-30 second delay between callers to give time for media delays and callers to dial in. If you wish to comment on multiple items you will need to call in as each item is presented. Submit written comments:
We encourage submittal of written comments supporting, opposing, or otherwise commenting on an agenda item, for distribution to the City Council prior to the meeting.
Send emails to [email protected]; written correspondence may be sent to Ricca Charlon, City Clerk, 100 W. California Ave., Ridgecrest, CA 93555. Please specify to which agenda item your comment relates. All communication, whether it is a formal letter or an online informal email, is read by the City Council.
Please click on the link below to access the City Council Agenda, Minutes and Video web page. https://ridgecrest-ca.gov/212/City-Council
If you have any questions please contact us.
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
Phone: (760) 499-5002
*Revised February 24, 2021
This Page Intentionally Left Blank
RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
FINANCING AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY
AGENDA
Wednesday, April 20, 2022 Regular Session – 6:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
REGULAR SESSION
Pledge Of Allegiance
Invocation
PRESENTATIONS
1. Donate Life Proclamation COUNCIL
2. Sexual Assault Awareness Month COUNCIL
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
3. Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Regular Meeting Dated April 6, 2022 CHARLON
DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
4. A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council To Appropriate A Portion Of The American Rescue Plan Act Funds FREESE
5. Discussion Regarding The Board Of The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority (IWVGA) HAYMAN
ORDINANCE
6. Introduction And First Reading, An Ordinance Amending The Ridgecrest Municipal Code Regarding Zoning Clearance Step To The Approval Process For Land Use Entitlements
SPURLOCK
AGENDA - CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / FINANCING AUTHORITY / HOUSING AUTHORITY REGULAR – April 20, 2022
COMMITTEE REPORTS
**Committee Meeting dates are subject to change and will be announced on the City website 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 4/7/22
Finance Committee
Members: Mayor Eric A. Bruen and Scott Hayman
Meeting: 2
nd Tuesday each month at 5:30 p.m.
Location: City Hall Council Chambers
Report from 4/12/22
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 4/13/22
OTHER COMMITTEES, BOARDS, OR COMMISSIONS
CITY MANAGER REPORT
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
1 This Page Intentionally Left Blank
A Proclamation of
The City of Ridgecrest, California
DMV/Donate Life Month
WHEREAS, organ, tissue, marrow and blood donation are life-giving acts recognized worldwide as expressions of compassion to those in need; and,
WHEREAS, more than 100,000 individuals nationwide and more than 20,000 in California are currently on the national organ transplant waiting list, and on average, 17 people die each day while waiting due to the shortage of donated organs; and,
WHEREAS, the need for donated organs is especially urgent in Hispanic, Latino, and African American communities; and,
WHEREAS, a single individual’s donation of the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, pancreas and small intestine can save up to eight lives; donation of tissue can save and heal the lives of up to 75 others; and, WHEREAS, any person can register to be an organ, eye and tissue donor regardless of age or medical conditions; and,
WHEREAS, being a registered donor does not impact the quality of life-saving medical care a person receives in any emergency; and,
WHEREAS, California residents can sign up with the Donate Life California Donor Registry online at any time by visiting www.donateLIFEcalifornia.org or, for Spanish-speakers, www.doneVIDAcalifornia.org; and,
WHEREAS, California residents can sign up with the Donate Life California Donor Registry when applying for or renewing their driver’s licenses or ID cards at the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that in recognition of National Donate Life Month, the month of April 2022 is hereby proclaimed “DMV/Donate Life Month” in the City of Ridgecrest, and in doing so, we encourage all Californians to check “YES!” when applying for or renewing their driver’s license or I.D. card.
Proclaimed this 20th Day of April 2022
Eric A. Bruen
Mayor
L. Scott Hayman Solomon P. Rajaratnam
Mayor Pro Tem Vice Mayor
Kyle Blades
Council Member
Peggy Breeden
Council Member
This Page Intentionally Left Blank
Page | 1
Donate Life Month: April 2022
OneLegacy Public Education Partnership with the City of Ridgecrest Since 2005, OneLegacy has requested the support of Southern California civic leaders and municipalities to celebrate and encourage the gift of life at the Donate Life Run/Walk. This year, our focus broadens as we seek your support in reaching our community through diverse communication strategies.
The Need: Over 20,000 Californians need a life-saving transplant Even though more than 100 people per day received a life-saving transplant in 2021, about 17 die every day still waiting.
California has only 12% of the nation’s population, but nearly 20% of the nation’s currentlywaiting transplant candidates.
Only about half of all Californians are registered organ, eye and tissue donors.
Illnesses that lead to the need for transplant are common. So, education about organ, eye and tissue donation should be common too.
Saying yes to organ, eye and tissue donation is saying yes to LIFE! The Request: Help Us Spread the Word to Save Lives
Celebrate Donate Life Month by sharing information about organ, eye and tissue donation with your residents throughout the month of April.
Include a call to action, encouraging residents to “sign up and save lives!” by visiting www.donateLIFEcalifornia.org or your city’s personalized eCampaign, a custom page on California’s donor registry website, set up to track page views and new life-saving donor registrations garnered through your support.
Using our ready-made tools, you can enhance organ, eye and tissue donation awareness via your… Social Media Platforms
Email Newsletters
Utility Bill Inserts
City Website
City Proclamation
And more!
Getting started is as easy as Copy & Paste! Click here or follow the QR code above to begin:
https://www.OneLegacy.org/community/civictools.html
Page | 2
Contact
OneLegacy Public Education Staff:
Jessica Lopez, 213-356-5213
Gavin Sweeney, 213-356-5217
[email protected]
2022 Donate Life Run/Walk: Join Us on Saturday, June 4! We invite you to join us in-person for the 20th annual Donate Life Run/Walk on Saturday, June 4, 2022! As an elected leader in our community, your participation sets an important tone for your constituents, and means the world to the Donate Life community. Please feel free to share information about the Run/Walk with your friends, family, and constituents as well. The bigger, the better! Visit www.DonateLifeRunWalk.org to register
Above & Beyond – More Ways to Educate, Inspire, and Save Lives Do you have additional ideas for how we can reach our community with this important message? Do you have general questions, comments, or concerns? Would you like an educational presentation about organ eye and tissue donation for your staff or community group? We want to hear from you! To submit events for OneLegacy Consideration, visit https://www.onelegacy.org/community/ Page | 3
Facts about Donation and Transplantation: Did you know…? THE GIFT – One organ donor can save the lives of up to eight (8) people by donating their heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, pancreas and small intestines.
THE GIFT – On average, one tissue donor can enhance the lives of more than 75 people by donating their corneas, skin, bones, and heart valves, among others.
THE NEED – More than 41,000 organ transplants were performed in the U.S. in 2021, which was possible through the generosity of deceased and living donors.
THE NEED – Over 100,000 people are currently waiting for an organ transplant in the U.S.; over 20,000 in California alone.
THE NEED – 17 patients die every day while waiting because the organ they needed did not become available in time.
THE NEED – The need for transplants is disproportionately high among minority populations.
Communities of color often suffer higher incidences of conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes, which can lead to the need for a kidney transplant.
DONOR REGISTRATION – To register to be an organ, eye and tissue donor Californians can go to www.donateLIFEcalifornia.org, or its Spanish counter-part www.doneVIDAcalifornia.org.
THE FACTS – Patients are fairly matched with a donor based on the severity of their illness, body size, tissue type, blood type and other important medical information.
THE FACTS – Over 39,000 patients have their sight restored every year through cornea transplants.
THE FACTS – Nearly one third of all deceased donors are age 50 or older. People of all ages and medical histories should consider themselves potential donors.
THE FACTS – Every major religion in the United States supports organ donation as one of the highest expressions of compassion and generosity.
LIVING DONATION - A living donor can provide a kidney or a portion of their liver, lung, pancreas or intestine. To explore living donation, visit www.LivingDonationCalifornia.org Updated: 3/8/2022
This Page Intentionally Left Blank
2 This Page Intentionally Left Blank
A Proclamation of
The City of Ridgecrest, California
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
WHEREAS, nationally, one in three women and one in four men will experience some form of sexual assault in their lifetime; and Sexual Assault Awareness Month draws attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and has implications for every community member; and, WHEREAS, there is compelling evidence that we can be successful in reducing sexual violence through prevention education, increased awareness, and holding perpetrators who commit acts of violence responsible for their actions; and,
WHEREAS, we must work together to educate our community about what can be done to prevent sexual assault and how to support survivors; and, WHEREAS, anyone can be a leader in preventing and ending sexual assault. As employers, educators, parents, and friends, we all must uphold the fundamental principle that every individual should be free from violence and fear; and,
WHEREAS, our theme for Sexual Assault Awareness Month this year is “Start the Conversation,” we encourage every person to start conversations about what sexual assault is, how to prevent it, help survivors connect with services, and speak out against its harmful attitudes and actions.
This is why we are hosting community events such as “A walk for survivors and our community meet and greet. “
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest does hereby proclaim the month of April, as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Proclaimed this 20th Day of April 2022
Eric A. Bruen
Mayor
L. Scott Hayman Solomon P. Rajaratnam
Mayor Pro Tem Vice Mayor
Kyle Blades
Council Member
Peggy Breeden
Council Member
This Page Intentionally Left Blank
3 This Page Intentionally Left Blank
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 April 6, 2022
PRESENTED BY: Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
SUMMARY:
Draft Minutes of the City Council / Successor Redevelopment Agency / Housing Authority / Financing Authority Regular Meeting Dated April 6, 2022 FISCAL IMPACT: None
ACTION REQUESTED: Approve minutes
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION: Action as requested
Submitted by: Ricca Charlon Action Date: April 20, 2022 This Page Intentionally Left Blank
RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
FINANCING AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY
DRAFT Minutes
Wednesday, April 6, 2022 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 - 6:01 PM
ROLL CALL
Council Present: Mayor Eric A. Bruen; Mayor Pro Tem L. Scott Hayman; Vice Mayor Solomon P.
Rajaratnam; Council Member Peggy Breeden; Council Member Kyle Blades Staff Present: City Attorney Lemieux; City Manager Strand; Chief McLaughlin; PW Director Reed; Parks & Rec Director Wegener; Analyst II Spurlock
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Blades: Rajaratnam - 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. Ayes, Noes, Absents, Abstentions follow.
REGULAR SESSION
PRESENTATIONS
1. Key To The City In Honor And Memorial Of Jason Patin STRAND
2. Proclamation – Dispatcher Week COUNCIL
3. Wastewater Update – MKN Consultants STRAND
PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA - No public comment
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Rajaratnam- Rotary Scholarship Auction Dinner raised $80K for scholarship Bruen- Respect for Law Dinner
CONSENT CALENDAR
4. Proposed Action To Approve Draft Minutes Of The Ridgecrest City Council Regular Meeting Dated March 16, 2022 CHARLON
5. A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ridgecrest Authorizing: An Application For Federal Transit Funding For Fiscal Year 2022 And Fiscal Year 2023 In The Total Amount Of Two Hundred Sixty Seven Thousand Three Hundred And Seventy Two Dollars ($267,372); The City Manager To Sign And File The Application; And Execute And File All Certification Of
DRAFT MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / FINANCING AUTHORITY / HOUSING AUTHORITY REGULAR – April 6, 2022
Assurances, Contracts Or Agreements; And Designate The Transit Services Coordinator To Both Provide Additional Information In Connection With The Application For The Federal Transit Administration Section 5311 Project(s) And To Submit And Approve Requests For Reimbursement Of Funds From The Department For The Section 5311 Project(s) SMITH
6. A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ridgecrest To Levy And Collect Sewer Fees On The General Tax Rolls For Fiscal Year 2022-2023 REED
7. A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Ridgecrest Updating And Approving The Police Officer Trainee And Information Systems Specialists Job Descriptions For Inclusion In The Personnel Classification Plan MCLAUGHLIN
Items 6 & 7 pulled by Rajaratnam
Approval of items 4 & 5
Blades: Hayman - 5 Ayes
Item 6 - Public Comment Heard by: M. Neel; S. Gorman
Hayman: Breeden - 5 Ayes
Item 7
Rajaratnam: Breeden - 5 Ayes
DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
8. Committee Appointments – Planning Commission and Personnel Board STRAND Planning Commission: Megan Richter appointed by Breeden Personnel Commission: Bill Farris Jr. appointed by Blades Reginald Johnson appointed by Hayman
All in Favor of each appointment
9. A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council Authorizing Submittal Of A Sub-application For California Office Of Emergency Services (CalOES) Hazard Mitigation Assistance And Commitment To Meet The Non-Federal Share (Match) Funding Requirement SPURLOCK Public Comment made by M. Neel
Resolution correction: total cost $530,880; grant funding $398,160; commitment $132,720. Breeden: Hayman - 5 Ayes
10. Update On American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Projects WEGENER Public Comment made by M. Neel
11. A Resolution To Approve The Expenditure Of Park Impact Fees To Be Used With The Per Capita Grant For Capital Improvements To The Leroy Jackson Sports Complex In The Amount Of $47,096.08 WEGENER
Blades: Rajaratnam - 5 Ayes
DRAFT MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY / FINANCING AUTHORITY / HOUSING AUTHORITY REGULAR – April 6, 2022
12. A Resolution To Amend A Professional Services Agreement With Willdan Engineering Inc. In The Amount Of $24,473.00 To Provide Additional Assistance With The Application For A FEMA HMGP Grant, And 100% Design Plans For The Bowman Channel Between S. Norma St.
And S. China Lake Blvd. Said Plans, Specifications And Reports Will Be Included As Part Of The Bowman Channel Arch Culvert Under S. Norma Street And Check Dam Structures Flood Control Project REED
Public Comment made by: M. Neel
Blades: Rajaratnam - 5 Ayes
13. Discussion Regarding The Board Of The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority (IWVGA) HAYMAN
IWVGA has not met.
Public Comment was heard from: M. Sinnott
COMMITTEE REPORTS
**Committee Meeting dates are subject to change and will be announced on the City website 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 SPECIAL meeting 3/23/22- Discussed project updates & sports leagues; Movie Night April 15th Sponsored By AltaOne includes an Easter Egg Hunt at 6 PM; looking for sponsors May 6th movie night which is in conjunction with Police Department Open House from 6-8 PM
Infrastructure Committee
Members: Solomon Rajaratnam and Kyle Blades
Meeting: 4th Thursday each month at 5:00 p.m.
Location: City Hall Council Chambers
3/24/22 Meeting Canceled
OTHER COMMITTEES, BOARDS, OR COMMISSIONS
Bruen attended Public Lands Roundtable Meeting – discussed OHV
CITY MANAGER REPORT
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS
Blades- June 6-9 Naval Innovation Science Exchange (NISE) coming to town Bruen- Visited Sacramento and gifted Assemblyman Fong a wooden Ridgecrest City Seal ADJOURNMENT - 8:29 PM
This Page Intentionally Left Blank
4 This Page Intentionally Left Blank
RIDGECREST CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/
FINANCING AUTHORITY/HOUSING AUTHORITY AGENDA ITEM
SUBJECT: A Resolution Of The Ridgecrest City Council To Appropriate A Portion Of The American Rescue Plan Act Funds
PRESENTED BY: Matt Freese, IT Manager
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 final rule, along with a list of Frequently Asked Questions, as guidance regarding the use of ARPA funds. 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 this project to City Council that was recommended for approval during the council workshop on November 17, 2021.
1. Campus WIFI Refresh - The current City of Ridgecrest WIFI Infrastructure consists of (8) antiquated Ubiquiti access points that service the entire campus and satellite offices. Replacing this equipment has been an IT project that has been in the queue since last fiscal year and will be broadened in scope with ARPA funds to include (44) Aruba access points to service City Hall, Kerr McGee Center, Freedom Park, and all other City WAN sites. This project will also upgrade and add to the WIFI controllers, access switches, and access points City wide to fortify our networks and allow users to access their desktops along with the internet from anywhere on campus via a pooled laptop or personal device.
Estimated projects costs: $51,482.56 with a ~15% contingency of $7,700.00 for small tools and supplies needed for the completion of the project along with any other unforeseen costs.
Estimated project total cost $59,182.56
ARPA Justification:
Interim Final Rule pg. 34: “State, local, and Tribal governments may use payments from the Fiscal Recovery Funds to improve efficacy of programs addressing negative economic impacts, including through use of data analysis, targeted consumer outreach, improvements to data or technology infrastructure, and impact evaluations.” FISCAL IMPACT: $59,182.56 estimated in American Rescue Plan Act Funds ACTION REQUESTED: Approval of resolution
CITY MANAGER / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RECOMMENDATION:
Action as requested
Submitted by: Matt Freese Action Date: April 20, 2022
RESOLUTION NO. 22-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIDGECREST 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 final rule, along with a list of Frequently Asked Questions, as guidance regarding the use or ARPA funds; 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; and,
WHEREAS, the Information Technology Division is requesting $59,182.56 of the American Rescue Plan Act funds complete to a campus wide refresh and build out of WIFI at City Hall, Kerr McGee Center, Freedom Park, and City WAN sites. This amount includes a $7,700 contingency for small tools and supplies needed for the completion of the project along with any other unforeseen costs; 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 20th day of April 2022 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Eric Bruen, Mayor
ATTEST:
Ricca Charlon, City Clerk
This Page Intentionally Left Blank
5 This Page Intentionally Left Blank
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: April 20, 2022 This Page Intentionally Left Blank
6 This Page Intentionally Left Blank
Ridgecrest City Council
Successor Redevelopment Agency
Financing Authority
Housing Authority
STAFF REPORT
SUBJECT: Introduction And First Reading, An Ordinance Amending The Ridgecrest Municipal Code Regarding Zoning Clearance Step To The Approval Process For Land Use Entitlements PRESENTED BY: Heather Spurlock
SUMMARY:
The purpose of this ordinance is to ensure that development occurs in a safe and reasonable manner.
The intent of the zoning clearance procedure is to ensure that a proposed use of land or an existing building is consistent with the zoning use and meets the building occupancy requirements.
The proposed ordinance would provide a process for staff to review new commercial uses for zoning compliance and building occupancy. The intent is to provide new commercial businesses with appropriate zoning and building requirement to ensure health and safety.
The proposed ordinance is attached for review. The proposed application is attached to show the information collected in the zoning verification process. This action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as it does not constitute a project.
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on March 22, 2022, and recommended the proposed amendments to the zoning code. No public comment was heard.
RECOMMENDED MOTIONS:
Motion to waive reading in full an Ordinance of the City Council of Ridgecrest, California an Ordinance amending the Ridgecrest Municipal Code regarding zoning clearance step to the approval process for land use entitlements. Requires a second
Motion to introduce, by title only, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest, California, an Ordinance amending the Ridgecrest Municipal Code regarding zoning clearance step to the approval process for land use entitlements. Requires a second FISCAL IMPACT:
None
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve recommended motions
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
Recommends approval
Submitted by: Heather Spurlock Action Date: April 20, 2022 This Page Intentionally Left Blank
ORDINANCE NO. 22-xX
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIDGECREST
AMENDING THE RIDGECREST MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING ZONING
CLEARANCE REVIEW PROCESS
WHEREAS, the City desires to ensure that development occurs in a prudently effective manner, in accordance with reasonable planning principles; and
WHEREAS, City has the power and authority to provide for land use entitlement processes and regulations within City limits; and
WHEREAS, the City seeks to amend its certain sections of the Ridgecrest Municipal Code in order to provide for a Zoning Clearance Review step in the land use entitlement process; and WHEREAS, on March 22, 2022, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider these municipal code amendments and voted to recommend to the City Council that they adopt this ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIDGECREST, CALIFORNIA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2. Article II Division 1 of the Ridgecrest Municipal Code is amended by adding Section 106.39 as follows:
Sec. 106.39. - Zoning Clearance Review.
(a) Purpose.
(1) The Zoning Clearance procedure is intended to ensure that a proposed use of land and/or existing building(s), or the minor alterations of land and building(s) within the City, meet the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and, if applicable, the conditions of approval for a previously approved permit.
(b) General provisions.
(1) A Zoning Clearance shall be obtained prior to the initiation of a use of land and/or the construction of structures requiring a building permit when no discretionary review process is otherwise applicable to the proposed initiation of use or construction. Projects requiring a Zoning Clearance include but are not limited to establishment of a new use within an existing building in conjunction with obtaining a Business License; individual custom homes on lots of record; and minor additions to residential structures or lots, including patio covers, pools/spas and detached accessory structures.
(2) In no case shall a Zoning Clearance be issued for a use other than a use permitted within that zone district.
(c) Application procedure.
(1) A request for a Zoning Clearance shall be submitted on a form provided for that purpose by the Planning Department, along with the required fee as established by the City Council.
(2) The Planning Director may require additional information including but not limited to, parking summaries and a written description of use(s) prior to taking any action on a Zoning Clearance.
(3) A Zoning Clearance shall be filed by the owner of the subject property or his or her authorized agent.
(d) Review criteria.
(1) Zoning Clearance shall be approved provided that the proposed use of land or structures:
a. Is permissible under the present zoning on the land and does not require additional land use entitlements such as a Conditional Use Permit or Site Plan Review;
b. Is consistent with the policies and maps of the General Plan; c. Complies with all applicable terms and conditions of any existing entitlement; d. Meets all applicable Zoning Ordinance requirements including, but not limited to, minimum structure design, development standards and setbacks, or has been deemed to be legally nonconforming with respect to these standards. (2) There are no violations of the Municipal Code existing on the subject property. (e) Modification of Revocation by the Planning Director. (1) If the Planning Director determines that the use approved under the Zoning Clearance is not in compliance with the requirements of this Section, the Planning Director shall notify the owner of the subject property or his or her authorized agent of the date for a hearing on the use’s compliance with this Section. Such notice shall be sent by certified mail and shall state that the Planning Director will be reviewing the Zoning Clearance for possible modification or revocation. It shall also state the date, time, and place of the hearing. The hearing shall be conducted, and notice given in accordance with RMC 106- 212.
(2) The Planning Director shall fully investigate the evidence and prepare a report regarding the reported violation of the Zoning Clearance requirements. A copy of the report shall be sent to the property owner or his or her authorized agent. Upon conclusion of the hearing, the Planning Director shall make one of the following determinations and take such accompanying action:
a. Find that the use is being conducted in an appropriate manner and that no action to modify or revoke the Zoning Clearance is necessary; or, b. Find that the use is not being conducted in an appropriate manner and impose modifications to conditions as are necessary; or,
c. Find that the use is not being conducted in an appropriate manner and that the measures are not available to mitigate the impacts of the use. Upon making this determination, the Planning Director may revoke the Zoning Clearance approval and order the property owner or his or her authorized agent to cease and desist in the time specified by the Director.
(f) Effective period of Zoning Clearance approval.
(1) A Zoning Clearance verifies that a specified use or structure is consistent with the Zoning Ordinance and applicable City ordinances and policies on the date of its issuance. Any change to the use or structure, or any change to the applicable Ordinance provisions, may invalidate the Zoning Clearance.
(Ord. No. ___, §___ )
SECTION 3. CEQA Findings.
The City Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines, as it is not a “project” and has no potential to result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment. (Cal.
Code Regs., tit.14, § 15378, subd. (a).) Further, this Ordinance is exempt from CEQA as there is no possibility that it or its implementation would have a significant negative effect on the environment. (Cal.
Code Regs., tit.14, § 15061, subd. (b)(3).)
SECTION 4. Clerical Errors.
The City Council directs the City Clerk to correct any clerical errors found in this Ordinance including, but not limited to, typographical errors, irregular numbering and incorrect section references.
SECTION 5. Severability.
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining portions of this Ordinance shall nonetheless remain in full force and effect. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions of this Ordinance be declared invalid or unenforceable.
SECTION 6. Effective Date.
In accordance with California Government Code section 36937, this Ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from passage and adoption.
SECTION 7. Publication.
The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this ordinance and shall cause the same to be entered in the book of original ordinances of said City; shall make a minute passage and adoption thereof in the records of the meeting at which time the same is passed and adopted; and shall, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption thereof, cause the same to be published as required by law, in a local weekly newspaper of general circulation and which is hereby designated for that purpose.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Ridgecrest at the regular meeting of this _________ day of __________, 2022.
This Page Intentionally Left Blank
1 ZONING CLEARANCE – OCCUPANCY REVIEW FORM
Planning Division Case No.: __________________
100 W. California Ave.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555 Date: __________________
(760) 499-5063
[email protected] Fee: __________________
SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Completed application
2. Signed property owner authorization (if the applicant is not the owner of record)
3. Occupancy Review Supplemental Questionnaire
Project Location (Address if Available): ______________________________________________________ Suite/Unit Number: ____________________________________________________________________ Assessor’s Parcel Number(s): _____________________________________________________________ Project Description: ____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT
Name(s):
Mailing Address:
City: State: Zip:
Phone: Email:
CONTACT PERSON
Name(s):
Mailing Address:
City: State: Zip:
Phone: Email:
PROPERTY OWNER
Name(s):
Mailing Address:
City: State: Zip:
Phone: Email:
CITY OF RIDGECREST
2 I certify that I am presently the legal property owner of the above property. I, the undersigned owner (and, when applicable, the authorized agent acting on behalf of the owner) of the property herein described, hereby make application for approval of the plans submitted and made part of this application in accordance with the provisions of the City of Ridgecrest ordinances. I understand that during review of the project, additional permits and/or actions may be required. I hereby certify that the information given is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I acknowledge that plan sets may be reproduced and distributed to City representatives and members of the public for project review purposes only.
I grant permission to the City to conduct site visits necessary to investigate the proposed project. ____________________________ _____________________________ ____________
PROPERTY OWNER SIGNATURE PROPERTY OWNER NAME (PRINT) DATE ____________________________ _____________________________ ____________
APPLICANT SIGNATURE APPLICANT NAME (PRINT) DATE
PROPERTY OWNER AND AUTHORIZED APPLICANT CERTIFICATIONS
3 OCCUPANCY REVIEW SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
BUSINESS INFORMATION:
Name of Business: _______________________________________________________________ Street Address: _________________________________________________________________ Suite/Unit Number: ______________________________________________________________ Detailed Description of Business: ___________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ New business: Yes / No If ‘no’, please explain request for change below:
______________________________________________________________________________________ Square footage of building/suite: __________________ Number of parking spaces available: _________ Prior use of building/suite: ________________________ Is parking paved & striped? Yes / No BUSINESS OPERATIONAL INFORMATION- please check either Yes (Y) or No (N) for each question Y N
Will any portion of the use be conducted outside of an enclosed building? Does any use involve any public assembly?
Are any building alterations or additions proposed?
Does the use involve:
Welding or open flame operation?
Flammable liquids (storage, handling, etc.)?
Dust producing operation (woodworking, etc.)?
Plastic (storage, handling, use)?
Compressed Gas (storage, handling, use)?
High Piled Combustible Storage (over 8’)?
Tire Storage (over 6’)?
Vehicle repair or maintenance facilities?
Storage of vehicles?
Outdoor storage of equipment or materials?
Provide an explanation for any “Yes” answers: _______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________
CITY OF RIDGECREST
4 BUSINESS CLASSIFICATION- please indicate if any of the following products or services are being provided by your business
Retail Sales & Service Mobile Home Space
Rentals
Licensed Contractor
Professionals Commercial Rentals
Non-Licensed Contractor,
Handyman
Manufacturing, Hospitals,
Utilities, & Automotive
Salvage
Pool tables, Bowling Alleys Adult entertainment
Vending, Laundromats,
Coin Operated Machines,
Car Washes
Card Rooms
Bingo Games (Charitable
sponsor)
Wholesale Deliveries, Set
Route Services
Billboards/Outdoor
Advertising
Swap Meets, Craft
Exhibitions, Flea Markets
Catering from Vehicle Carnivals, Circuses Residential Rentals Itinerant Merchant,
Solicitor, Theaters, Junk
Dealers
Shoe Shining
I certify that the above information is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge ______________________________________ _______________________ Business Owner Signature Date
5 PLANNING DIVISION
Zoning: _________________ APN: ___________________________ New Use? Yes No Is use allowed? No Yes with SPR/CUP Existing SPR/CUP # _____________________ Requirement for Site Plan Review Yes No
Does the use meet applicable Zoning Ordinance requirements? Yes No Does the use comply with terms & conditions of existing entitlements? Yes No Is the use consistent with the General Plan? Yes No
Is a Business License required? Yes No
USE PERMITTED – Use permitted subject to compliance with a Building Codes, Municipal Codes, and issuance of a Business License.
USE DENIED
Comments ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ Name Signature Date
BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
Change of occupancy, applicant must submit detailed plans showing compliance with all current code requirement for _____________________ occupancy.
Need further clarification of proposed use. Submit fully dimensioned plans showing existing conditions, all alterations, and proposed uses of all areas. (Minimum plans required, floor plan, and site plan.)
Occupancy inspection permit application must be completed, occupancy permit fees paid, and all corrections compiled with prior to approval and occupancy.
Continuing use of existing building. No additional requirements.
Gas ___Electric ____Water____service has been disconnected. A safety inspection is required.
Other Comments: _______________________________________________________________ Requirements discussed at counter. Requirements discussed by phone. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Name Signature Date
PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
Does facility have an existing GRD/grease interceptor? Yes No Is a grease removal device required? Yes No
Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Name Signature Date
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
This Page Intentionally Left Blank