CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
6:00 PM
City Council Chambers
23920 Valencia Blvd.
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
AGENDA
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
How to Address the City Council
Pursuant to Government Code section 54954.3 members of the public are afforded the opportunities to address the City Council. You may address the Council once per meeting during Public Participation on any matter within the Council's jurisdiction that is not listed on the agenda. Public Participation speaker's cards must be submitted to the City Clerk BEFORE this portion of the meeting begins. To address the Council regarding an item on the agenda, please fill out a speaker's card and submit it to the City Clerk BEFORE the Mayor announces the item.
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Pursuant to Government Code 54957.5 any writings or documents distributed to a majority of the members of the City Council regarding any open session item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office located at 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 120, during normal business hours.
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INVOCATION
Gibbs
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
FLAG SALUTE
EXECUTIVE MEETING
This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further information that may be needed. Council will also discuss each individual item during the course of the meeting with the exception of the Consent Calendar, which may be approved in its entirety by one motion, unless there is a request to pull an item for discussion. No action will be taken on public agenda items during the Executive Meeting.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Trek Fasthouse Rider Aiden Chapin Recognition
Filipino American History Month Proclamation
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
This time has been set aside for the public to address the City Council on items NOT listed on the agenda. The City Council will not act upon these items at this meeting other than to review and/or provide direction to staff. All speakers must submit a speaker’s card to the City Clerk PRIOR to the beginning of this portion of the meeting. Thirty minutes are allotted for public input at this time. The FIRST TEN people to submit a speaker card prior to the beginning of Public Participation will be heard.
STAFF COMMENTS
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion by the City Council. The items are not individually discussed by the City Council unless a request is made by a member of the public or the Council, in which case, the item(s) will be removed from the Consent Calendar and will be considered separately.
1. APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES – The minutes of the City Council are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve the minutes of the October 11, 2022 Special Meeting.
2. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes of the City Council are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve the minutes of the October 11, 2022 Regular Meeting.
3. CHECK REGISTER NO. 21 - Check Register No. 21 for the Period 09/09/22 through 09/22/22 and 09/29/22. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 09/12/22 through 09/23/22.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 21.
4. ON-CALL GENERAL CONTRACTOR SERVICES - On-Call general contracting service agreements for Citywide public works and unforeseen projects.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Award one-year contracts to BR Builders, Inc., Foster Construction, and RC Becker and Son, Inc. for public works on-call contractor services in an amount not to exceed $200,000 per contract.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to award two additional, one-year agreements to each contractor in an amount not to exceed $200,000 for each renewal.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
5. BUILDING PLAN REVIEW, BUILDING INSPECTION, AND PERMIT- RELATED PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - Increase expenditure authority for contracts with previously selected, qualified vendors to provide as-needed building plan review, building inspection, and permit-related professional services to the City of Santa Clarita.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Authorize an expenditure authority increase to the City's on-call Building & Safety consulting firms: JAS Pacific, Scott Fazekas & Associates, Interwest Consulting Group, and TRB and Associates, in the amount of $500,000, resulting in a total on- call expenditure authority amount of $1,000,000 for Fiscal Year 2022-23.
2. Authorize a one-time appropriation from the General Fund in the amount of $500,000 to Building & Safety Contractual Services expenditure account 1004100- 516101.
3. Increase Building & Safety Plan Review revenue account 100-411107 (General Fund) by $1,000,000.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
6. AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA AND THE
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR THE OPERATION OF TRANSIT SERVICES
IN THE UNINCORPORATED SANTA CLARITA VALLEY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 THROUGH FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 - Consideration of an agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and the County of Los Angeles for the City to provide public transportation services in the unincorporated areas of the Santa Clarita Valley.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve an agreement with the County of Los Angeles for the City of Santa Clarita to provide public transportation services in unincorporated areas, and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Agreement, or modify the award in the event that issues of impossibility of performance arise, subject to City Attorney approval.
7. PACIFIC CREST PARK PLAYGROUND SHADE PROJECT P4025 - Pacific Crest Park was annexed into the City of Santa Clarita in 2012. Amenities currently available at the 6.8-acre neighborhood park include a large playground, restroom building, concrete walking paths, benches, and drinking fountains. This project will provide shade over the children's playground area.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the plans and specifications for the Pacific Crest Park Playground Shade Project P4025.
2. Approve the use of a “piggyback” contract to purchase and install shade structures from USA Shade – Play Power Inc. through the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Contract #010521-LTS, in the amount of $242,012, plus a contingency amount of $24,201, for a total amount not to exceed $266,213.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
8. PURCHASE OF TWO FORD F-350 SUPER DUTY TRUCKS WITH UTILITY BED - This item is to approve the purchase of two Ford F-350 super duty trucks with utility beds for Parks Maintenance.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve the purchase of two 2022 Ford F-350 super duty trucks from Auto Nation Ford Valencia for a total amount not to exceed $123,593.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
9. ESTABLISH A NO STOPPING ANY TIME ZONE ON THE NORTH SIDE AND SOUTH SIDE OF MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY - City staff determined that establishing a No Stopping Any Time zone on the north side and south side of Magic Mountain Parkway, between Tourney Road and Fairways, will beautify this corridor by reducing the visual nuisance of big rig truck parking and abandoned vehicles, and will prepare Magic Mountain Parkway for future improvements.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Adopt a resolution to establish a 2,650-foot No Stopping Anytime zone on the north side of Magic Mountain Parkway, and a 1,500-foot No Stopping Anytime zone on the south side of Magic Mountain Parkway, between Tourney Road and Fairways.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
10. ESTABLISH NO STOPPING ZONES ON SCHOOL DAYS ONLY ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH SIDES OF ESPUELLA DRIVE - Establish a no stopping zone on the north side of Espuella Drive, starting at 150 feet and extending a distance of 295 feet west of Caballeta Drive and a no stopping zone on the south side of Espuella Drive, between Bouquet Canyon Road and Caballeta Drive, between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days only.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Adopt a resolution to establish a No Stopping zone between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days only on the north side of Espuella Drive, starting at 150 feet and extending a distance of 295 feet west of Caballeta Drive and on the south side of Espuella Drive between Bouquet Canyon Road and Caballeta Drive.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
This time has been set aside for any speakers that have turned in speaker cards and were not heard in the first thirty minutes allotted to address the City Council on items that are NOT on the agenda. Speaker cards may not be submitted relating to any items listed on the agenda.
STAFF COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
In memory of Gregory Morris Augusta
FUTURE MEETINGS
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held November 22, 2022, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers, 1st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA.
CERTIFICATION
On October 20, 2022, I, Mary Cusick, do hereby certify that I am the duly appointed and qualified City Clerk for the City of Santa Clarita and that the foregoing agenda was posted at City Hall.
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Mary Cusick
City Clerk
Santa Clarita, California
PROCLAMATION
Filipino American History Month
October 2022
WHEREAS, Filipino Americans are the second largest Asian American group in the United States, the third largest ethnic group in California, and the largest Asian group in Santa Clarita; and WHEREAS, the celebration of Filipino American History Month in October commemorates the first recorded presence of Filipinos in the continental United States, which occurred on October 18, 1587, when “Luzones Indios” came ashore from the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Esperanza and landed at what is now Morro Bay, California; and
WHEREAS, Filipino American History Month provides an opportunity to promote the study of Filipino American history and culture, and recognize the richness of the Filipino American ethnicity; and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clarita is proud to celebrate Filipino American History Month and commemorate the valuable contributions and accomplishments that Filipino Americans have made in this country.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Santa Clarita does hereby proclaim October 2022, as Filipino American History Month.
Signed this 25th day of October, 2022
Laurene Weste, Mayor
Santa Clarita, California
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Attachment: Fil Am Month October 2022 (Filipino American History Month Proclamation)
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
City Council
Special Meeting
~Minutes~
Tuesday, October 11, 2022 4:30 PM City Council Chambers
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Weste called to order the Special Meeting at 4:33 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present, with the exception of Councilmember McLean, who arrived at 4:40 p.m., and Mayor Pro Tem Gibbs participating remotely.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FOR AGENDIZED ITEMS
No requests to speak were received.
CLOSED SESSION
Joseph Montes, City Attorney, advised of the need to conduct a Closed Session for the purpose of holding a:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of case: Michael Cruz et al. v. City of Santa Clarita LASC Case No. 21STCV47451
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION - TO BE HELD IN THE MURAL ROOM Mayor Weste recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 4:33 p.m.
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Mayor Weste reconvened the meeting to Open Session at 5:16 p.m.
CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENT
City Attorney Joseph Montes announced that no action was taken in Closed Session that was required to be reported.
ADJOURN
Mayor Weste adjourned the Special Meeting at 5:16 p.m.
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MAYOR
ATTEST:
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CITY CLERK
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Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Oct 11, 2022 4:30 PM (Consent Calendar)
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
City Council
Regular Meeting
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, Councilmember, City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk may be used also to indicate Mayor/Chair/President, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair/Vice President, City Manager/Executive Director, City Attorney/Counsel, and City Clerk/Secretary ~Minutes~
Tuesday, October 11, 2022 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
INVOCATION
Councilmember McLean delivered the invocation.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Weste called to order the Joint Regular meeting of the City Council and Board of Library Trustees at 6:12 p.m.
ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present, with Mayor Pro Tem Gibbs participating remotely.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember McLean led the flag salute.
EXECUTIVE MEETING
This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further information that may be needed. Council will also discuss each individual item during the course of the meeting with the exception of the Consent Calendar, which may be approved in its entirety by one motion, unless there is a request to pull an item for discussion. No action will be taken on public agenda items during the Executive Meeting.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Smyth, second by Weste, to approve the agenda, pulling item 5 for Councilmember and public comment, and item 6 for public comment.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
RESULT: APPROVED AGENDA
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Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Oct 11, 2022 6:00 PM (Consent Calendar)
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Mayor Weste spoke of the Santa Clarita Sister Cities Young Authors and Artists Showcase, giving youth the opportunity to express their vision for a more unified, peaceful world through artwork, writing, and music; and invited the winners of the showcase, as well as the individuals who were recognized at a national level, to receive their recognition certificates and take a photo.
Councilmember Miranda discussed raising awareness for breast cancer and metastatic breast cancer, announced that the City proclaims the month of October 2022 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Santa Clarita, and invited his daughter, Eva Miranda Crawford, and Amy Lohmann to the dais to receive the proclamation.
Mayor Weste addressed the SCV Chamber of Commerce's continuous support of local business; announced that the City proclaims October 19, 2022, as "Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day" in the City of Santa Clarita; and invited Ivan Volschenk, CEO of the Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce, to the dais to receive the proclamation and take a photo.
Councilmember McLean spoke of the benefits of the SCV Chamber of Commerce and encouraged local small business owners to join.
Councilmember Smyth discussed the seven California Association of Public Information Officials awards and six City, County, Communications and Marketing Association awards recently won by the City's Communications division for their work on branding and social media campaigns, and invited the team to the dais to receive the recognition and take a photo.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council were Stacie House, representing Valencia High School Marching Band and Color Guard, regarding an upcoming field tournament; Al Ferdman regarding the thin blue- line flag; Jeffrey Malick regarding the thin blue-line flag; Nancy (no last name provided) regarding the upcoming election; Cindy Josten regarding the upcoming election; Valerie Bradford, representing NAACP Santa Clarita, regarding the thin blue-line flag; Steve Petzold regarding a display at the Valencia Library; Diane Zimmerman regarding the thin blue-line flag, concern for children at schools, and street speed-calming humps; and Elaine Ballace regarding a proposed New Year's Eve party, the State of the City event, and sponsorships.
STAFF COMMENTS
There were no comments.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember McLean spoke of Bee Canyon, which is an open space area that contains a wildlife corridor with endangered species, and the need to bring awareness to residents that the California High Speed Rail project is scheduled to run through it; displayed the new tote bags for sale at the local farmer's markets; and spoke of the political polarization of honoring law enforcement.
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Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Oct 11, 2022 6:00 PM (Consent Calendar)
Councilmember Miranda invited residents to the Light Up Main Street event, kicking off the holiday season on November 19 in Old Town Newhall.
Mayor Weste commented on the Joint City Council and Art Commission study session that took place earlier, where unique art opportunities were discussed; addressed that Santa Clarita is a safe and healthy community with many amenities, and that law enforcement is valued and appreciated.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bill Miranda, Councilmember
SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
AYES: Weste, Gibbs, McLean, Miranda, Smyth
ITEM 1
APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES – The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the September 27, 2022, Special Meeting.
ITEM 2
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes are submitted for approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the September 27, 2022, Regular Meeting.
ITEM 3
CHECK REGISTER NO. 20
Check Register No. 20 for the Period 08/26/22 through 09/08/22 and 09/15/22. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 08/29/22 through 09/09/22.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 20.
ITEM 4
EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY INCREASE FOR CONTRACT 21-LMD-18A HELD BY STAY GREEN, INC., TO SUPPORT LMD ZONE 2008-1 OPERATIONS Approve an expenditure authority increase associated with landscape maintenance contract 21- LMD-18A, held by Stay Green, Inc., to support the completion of as-needed maintenance, repairs, and/or one-time beautification enhancements within LMD Zone 2008-1 in an efficient and timely manner.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Approve an ongoing expenditure authority increase of $386,130 associated with landscape maintenance contract 21-LMD-18A, held by Stay Green, Inc., for a total annual amount not to exceed $1,318,905 to support as-needed maintenance, repairs, and/or one-time beautification enhancements within LMD Zone 2008-1.
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Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Oct 11, 2022 6:00 PM (Consent Calendar)
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents subject to City Attorney approval.
ITEM 5
VIA PRINCESSA PARK, PROJECT P3033 - AWARD DESIGN CONTRACT This item will authorize an increased expenditure authority to complete design services for Via Princessa Park, Project P3033.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council:
1. Extend the current contract and authorize an increased expenditure authority with Psomas for design services for Via Princessa Park, Project P3033, in the amount of $3,952,362 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $395,236, for a total additional contract amount not to exceed $4,347,598.
2. Execute a design services contract with the Southern California Regional Rail Authority (operating as Metrolink) in the amount of $437,000 for plan and permit approvals, training, flagman services, and design operations.
3. Award a professional services contract to MNS Engineers, Inc., to provide staff augmentation for design review services for Via Princessa Park, Project P3033, in the amount of $70,640 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $7,064, for a total contract amount not to exceed $77,704.
4. Award a professional services contract to Michael Baker International, Inc., to provide California Environmental Quality Act services for Via Princessa Park, Project P3033, in the amount of $415,074 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $41,507, for a total contract amount not to exceed $456,581.
5. Authorize the City Manager or designee to approve permitting fees and associated contracts with sole source utilities and rail authorities for Via Princessa Park, Project P3033, in a total amount not to exceed $600,000.
6. Appropriate $1,000,000 from the Measure W Municipal Fund (Fund 271) to Via Princessa Park Design Expenditure Account P3033271-516101.
7. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
Addressing the Council were Ted Norris, Chris Thompson, Steven Rusk, Tony Maldonado, and Laura Gonzales.
Nine written comment cards were received regarding pickleball courts.
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Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Oct 11, 2022 6:00 PM (Consent Calendar)
Mayor Weste requested that the Assistant City Manager respond to public comment. Mr. Oviedo commented that the item under consideration is for Council's approval for a design contract only, the design is not final, and there will be three more public meetings to receive community input on the design of the park.
Council commented on the flexibility of the design and opportunity for input through community meetings, other optional locations for pickleball courts, access to the Via Princessa Metrolink Station, health of the community through activities such as pickleball, and that a baseball minor league, the Pecos league, desires a venue for a team in Santa Clarita.
ITEM 6
SANTA CLARITA VALLEY COMMITTEE ON AGING FISCAL YEAR 2022-23
AGREEMENT
The Fiscal Year 2022-23 agreement with the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging will support home-delivered meals, transit-related services, and recreation, health, and wellness programs for seniors, and replace aging vehicles that are needed to provide these services to the senior population they support.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
City Council approve an agreement with the Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging in the amount of $625,000, and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
Addressing the Council were Tony Maldonado, Elaine Ballace, Alan Ferdman, and Kevin MacDonald.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
Addressing the Council were Glenda Yakel regarding the thin blue-line flag, fundraising for Saugus High School Marching Band, and Abelia Road speed-calming humps; and Tony Maldonado regarding support for law enforcement and Council, public review agenda material, illegal street food vendors, the Human Relations Roundtable, and a proposed citizens committee or council on public transportation.
One written comment was received regarding children safety.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Weste adjourned the Regular Meeting at 7:52 p.m.
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MAYOR
ATTEST:
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CITY CLERK
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Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Oct 11, 2022 6:00 PM (Consent Calendar)
Agenda Item: 3
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: October 25, 2022
SUBJECT: CHECK REGISTER NO. 21
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services
PRESENTER: Brittany Houston
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 21.
BACKGROUND
Check Register No. 21 for the Period 09/09/22 through 09/22/22 and 09/29/22 in the aggregate amount of $7,690,559.26 inclusive of Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 09/12/22 through 09/23/22 in the aggregate amount of $2,213,337.66.
FISCAL IMPACT
No Fiscal Impact.
ATTACHMENTS
Memo - Check Register No. 21
Check Register No. 21 (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 3 Packet Pg. 14
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Attachment: Memo - Check Register No. 21 (Check Register No. 21)
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Attachment: Memo - Check Register No. 21 (Check Register No. 21)
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Attachment: Memo - Check Register No. 21 (Check Register No. 21)
Agenda Item: 4
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: October 25, 2022
SUBJECT: ON-CALL GENERAL CONTRACTOR SERVICES
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services
PRESENTER: Andrew Adams
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Award one-year contracts to BR Builders, Inc., Foster Construction, and RC Becker and Son, Inc. for public works on-call contractor services in an amount not to exceed $200,000 per contract.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to award two additional, one-year agreements to each contractor in an amount not to exceed $200,000 for each renewal.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita (City) executes approximately 150 public works project agreements annually, the majority of which are for projects less than $200,000. A public works project, as defined by the California Public Contract Code (CAPCC), is an agreement for the erection, construction, alteration, repair, or improvement of any public structure, building, road, or other public improvement of any kind. Of the City’s public works projects under $200,000, many are the result of unforeseen and urgent needs. Others are identified within the budget and are scheduled and solicited according to the City’s Purchasing Policy.
Furthermore, per the City’s Purchasing Policy, public works projects between $60,000 and $200,000 must be advertised to the City’s qualified contractor list, while projects between $0 and $60,000 can be performed by City staff or by negotiated contract via a three-quote competitive process. Any public project over $200,000 must be advertised formally with an award presented to the City Council for approval.
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As a part of City staff’s ongoing efforts to meet the demand for specialized skills, equipment, and licenses for anticipated and unanticipated public works projects, a Request for Qualifications for on-call general contractor services was advertised to the City’s qualified contractor list. The Request for Qualifications sought contractors specializing in a broad range of activities including street improvements; irrigation, concrete, and asphalt work; tree removal; fencing; and traffic control. Three local firms responded: BR Builders, Inc., Foster Construction, and RC Becker & Son, Inc. The responses were evaluated according to the criteria below:
• Background and experience specific to on-call public project work • Public project experience for public agencies
• Key personnel
• Turnaround time
• Verified subcontractor list
• Expertise and familiarity with outlined scope of work
The submitted qualifications were reviewed for accuracy and conformance to the City’s criteria and found to be exemplary. Moreover, all three contractors possess valid state contractor’s licenses and are in good standing with the Contractors State License Board and Department of Industrial Relations. Due to the various City divisions that require general contracting services, staff recommends awarding one-year, on-call agreements to all three contractors for $200,000 each; with an option to exercise two, one-year renewals.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other actions as determined by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds to support these contracts have been approved in various departmental budgets. 4 Packet Pg. 19
Agenda Item: 5
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: October 25, 2022
SUBJECT: BUILDING PLAN REVIEW, BUILDING INSPECTION, AND
PERMIT-RELATED PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
PRESENTER: John Caprarelli
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Authorize an expenditure authority increase to the City's on-call Building & Safety consulting firms: JAS Pacific, Scott Fazekas & Associates, Interwest Consulting Group, and TRB and Associates, in the amount of $500,000, resulting in a total on-call expenditure authority amount of $1,000,000 for Fiscal Year 2022-23.
2. Authorize a one-time appropriation from the General Fund in the amount of $500,000 to Building & Safety Contractual Services expenditure account 1004100-516101.
3. Increase Building & Safety Plan Review revenue account 100-411107 (General Fund) by $1,000,000.
4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita (City) uses contractual services on an as-needed basis to assist staff with building plan review, inspection, and permit-related professional services for new buildings during periods of high construction activity. Contractual support for building plan review and building inspection helps supplement staff’s efforts to reduce plan check turnaround time and manage the inspection workload as demand fluctuates. Contractual services help maintain appropriate staffing and customer service levels.
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On April 12, 2022, the City Council authorized spending in an amount not to exceed $500,00 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-2023 with the following consulting firms: JAS Pacific, Scott Fazekas & Associates, Interwest Consulting Group, and TRB and Associates for contractual building plan review, building inspection, and permit-related professional services.
In order to keep pace with an unanticipated volume of construction activity and maintain the City's premiere level of customer service, an additional $500,000 in expenditure authority is needed. The increased expenditure authority will allow the City to continue contracting through the duration of FY 2022-23 with qualified building inspectors and plan reviewers who are well- suited to handle the surplus demand.
To account for the unanticipated activity, the recommended action additionally includes an increase of $1 million to forecasted plan check revenues. The revenue budget would be increased to $2.85 million from $1.85 million, which was adopted with the FY 2022-23 Annual Budget and has surpassed fiscal year-to-date. Main revenue generators for FY 2022-23 include continued growth in residential activities as well as large projects, such as Needham Ranch, Riverwalk Project, Garden Terrace, and Shadowbox Studios at the Southern California Innovation Park.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
The existing budget for Building & Safety as-needed contracts is $500,000 for FY 2022-23.
Upon approval of the recommended actions, an additional $500,000 in General Fund dollars would be budgeted to Building & Safety Contractual Services Expenditure Account 1004100- 516101. The increase in budget is being directly offset by a $1,000,000 increase in permit revenues.
ATTACHMENTS
Agenda - Tuesday, April 12, 2022 (available in the Clerk’s Reading File) TRB and Associates Proposal (available in the Clerk’s Reading File) Scott Fazekas Proposal (available in the Clerk’s Reading File) JAS Proposal (available in the Clerk’s Reading File)
Interwest Proposal (available in the Clerk’s Reading File) 5 Packet Pg. 21
Agenda Item: 6
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: October 25, 2022
SUBJECT: AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA AND
THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR THE OPERATION OF
TRANSIT SERVICES IN THE UNINCORPORATED SANTA
CLARITA VALLEY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 THROUGH
FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
DEPARTMENT: Economic Development
PRESENTER: Adrian Aguilar
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council approve an agreement with the County of Los Angeles for the City of Santa Clarita to provide public transportation services in unincorporated areas, and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Agreement, or modify the award in the event that issues of impossibility of performance arise, subject to City Attorney approval.
BACKGROUND
Since 1991, the City of Santa Clarita (City) has assumed responsibility from the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works (County) for public transportation services in the Santa Clarita Valley (Valley). In return, the County reimburses the City for the transportation services operated in the unincorporated areas. Based on the current level of public transportation service provided in the unincorporated versus incorporated area, the County reimburses the City as follows:
• 14.78 percent of local bus service costs
• 22.97 percent of commuter express bus service costs
• 11.95 percent of paratransit (Dial-a-Ride) service costs • Bus procurements shared by the County using above allocations • 15 percent administrative overhead fee
These percentages have remained consistent over the years, and are being proposed in the next agreement that will cover Fiscal Year 2022-23 to Fiscal Year 2025-26. City staff works closely with the County to ensure that the level of public transportation services meets the needs of 6 Packet Pg. 22
County residents, and that the City is properly compensated for the services provided in the unincorporated areas of the Valley.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Los Angeles County maximum contribution is $3,771,000 for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The expenditure and revenue have been incorporated into the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget.
ATTACHMENTS
County Contract FY 22 - FY 26 (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 6 Packet Pg. 23
Agenda Item: 7
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: October 25, 2022
SUBJECT: PACIFIC CREST PARK PLAYGROUND SHADE PROJECT P4025 DEPARTMENT: Neighborhood Services
PRESENTER: Susan Nelson
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Approve the plans and specifications for the Pacific Crest Park Playground Shade Project P4025.
2. Approve the use of a “piggyback” contract to purchase and install shade structures from USA Shade – Play Power Inc. through the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Contract #010521- LTS, in the amount of $242,012, plus a contingency amount of $24,201, for a total amount not to exceed $266,213.
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
BACKGROUND
The Pacific Crest Park Playground Shade Project (Project) is intended to improve the playground area at Pacific Crest Park located at 29051 Garnet Canyon Drive. This park and play area have little to no existing shade. Improvements that have been identified for this park include the installation of two shade structures over the current play structures and the swing area. By providing shade at this site, the play area can be used for more time during the day, especially during summer months. This project exemplifies the City of Santa Clarita's (City) commitment to improving the quality of life of its residents and supports the Building and Creating Community theme of the Santa Clarita 2025 plan.
A Notice of Exemption was prepared for the Project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Project is exempt from the CEQA under Article 19, Section 15303, a Class 3 exemption. A Class 3 exemption consists of construction and location 7 Packet Pg. 24
of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures.
On July 11, 1995, the City Council approved the use of "piggyback" purchasing. This process allows the City to place orders against a competitively awarded public agency contract. The City's contract with Sourcewell, contract #010521-LTS, was competitively solicited through their nationwide bid process, was awarded on February 17, 2021, and is valid through February 17, 2025, allowing the City to take advantage of an existing process.
The requested contingency will cover any unforeseen issues or additional needs that may occur during the design and construction of the Project. The remaining funds previously appropriated for the Project will pay for staff oversight related to construction and project management, materials testing, permit fees, legal fees, labor compliance, and administrative costs.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds are available in expenditure account P4025601-516101 to support the recommended action.
ATTACHMENTS
Pacific Crest Park Site Plan
USA Shade Proposal - Pacific Crest Park (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Sourcewell PlayPower Contract 010521-LTS (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 7 Packet Pg. 25
DRAWN BY:CHECKED BY:PROJECT NO.DATE:
DATE2.3.1.
5.4.6.7. REVISIONS
8. SHEET CONTENTS:
SHEET NUMBER:
DRAWING STATUS:P4025PACIFIC CREST PARKSHADE STRUCTURE29051 Garnet Canyon Rd.Santa Clarita, CA 91390 CONSTRUCTION DOCS.
22-07549/19/2022 JWM
330 ARDEN AVENUE, STE 130GLENDALE, CA 91203323.491.3808WWW.JMD-LA.COM JWM
9/19/2022
CONTACTS:MIKE CHOATECity of Santa Clarita661-250-3700LAURA FRANTZENRegional Manager, USA Shade805-249-8153JEFF MAXWELLLandscape Architect, JMD Landscape Architecture323-491-3808 P4025PACIFIC CREST PARKSHADE STRUCTURES
Indicates ADA Path of Travel
AREA MAP
VICINITY
Garnet Canyon Dr.
PLAYGROUNDEQUIPMENT
1.Site plan drawing is for informational purposes only, and not intended toserve as an accurate survey.2.Contractor shall verify all locations, dimensions, and site conditions beforestarting work. Do not willfully proceed with construction when it is obviousthat obstructions exist that may not have been apparent during design andengineering. Notify City Representative before proceeding with constructionin such cases.3.The location of all service runs, such as water supply, irrigation, electrical(overhead and underground), telephone, sanitary sewer, etc. should beascertained before work is started, where they will be affected byexcavation or machines working nearby. Utilities shall be protected. NotifyCity Representative of any conflict with proposed improvements.4.The contractor shall repair or replace, at their own expense, any existingproperty that is damaged as a result of construction.5.Clean up and remove all debris from site prior to requesting final approval.Grade all areas within 0.5 inches of finish grades.
GENERAL NOTES
SHADE STRUCTURE NOTES:1.Shade structure by 'USA Shade,' provided by City.2.See installation details/shop drawings, provided by manufacturer.3.Mark locations of posts/footings and obtain approval from landscapearchitect or City Representative prior to installation.4.Installation of shade structure posts shall not conflict with play equipmentuse zones, as described in the Consumer Product Safety CommissionHandbook for Public Playground Safety, Section 5.a.The distance from the perimeter of stationary play equipment (excludingends of slides, or front of swings) to any shade structure post shall be aminimum of 6'.b.The distance from the exit of a slide to any shade structure post shall bea minimum of 'h' + 4' where 'h' equals the height of the slide at thehighest point of the chute; however, the distance shall be at least 6'.c.At the front or in the rear of a swing set, shade structure posts shall notbe installed within twice the height of the swings, and at least 6' fromswing posts.5.See footing detail, by structural engineer.
NSITEPLANL-1
SEE PLAN VIEW, BELOW
Note:1.Accessible Path of Travel shall not exceed5% slope.2.Cross-slope on Accessible Path of Travelshall not exceed 2%.
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Attachment: Pacific Crest Park Site Plan (Pacific Crest Park Playground Shade Structure - Contract Award)
Agenda Item: 8
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: October 25, 2022
SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF TWO FORD F-350 SUPER DUTY TRUCKS WITH
UTILITY BED
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PRESENTER: Cruz Caldera
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Approve the purchase of two 2022 Ford F-350 super duty trucks from Auto Nation Ford Valencia for a total amount not to exceed $123,593.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita (City) Parks division maintains 36 parks and over 80 miles of trails. In early summer of 2023, it is anticipated that the Central Park Buildout Project will be complete, adding approximately 15 ½ acres of developed grounds within Central Park. This project will include adding four full-sized hybrid Bermuda grass multipurpose sports fields, sports field lighting, a restroom building, 268 additional parking spaces, and an emergency access road from the existing parking lot to an adjacent street. With additional grounds and facilities being added, the acquisition of two trucks with utility beds is necessary to perform the maintenance required at Central Park, and at other park sites.
During the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget process, City Council authorized the procurement of two utility trucks to support the Central Park Buildout and the need to transport equipment to other parks. An invitation to bid was prepared and published on August 26, 2022, and was posted on the City's website. With no bids submitted to the City, staff reached out to Auto Nation Ford Valencia with vehicle specifications, in conformance with the City’s purchasing procedures.
Auto Nation Ford was able to provide a cost estimate for two 2022 Ford F-350 super-duty trucks for a total amount of $123,593.
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Staff performed a cost analysis and reviewed commercial list pricing for comparable vehicles from other sources. It has been determined that Auto Nation Ford Valencia offers the best value to the City through competitive pricing and quality service.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other actions as determined by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds are available in Parks Admin automotive equipment expenditure account 3677300-520103 to support the recommended action.
ATTACHMENTS
Auto Nation Ford Valencia Quote (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 8 Packet Pg. 28
Agenda Item: 9
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: October 25, 2022
SUBJECT: ESTABLISH A NO STOPPING ANY TIME ZONE ON THE NORTH
SIDE AND SOUTH SIDE OF MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PRESENTER: Joel Bareng
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Adopt a resolution to establish a 2,650-foot No Stopping Anytime zone on the north side of Magic Mountain Parkway, and a 1,500-foot No Stopping Anytime zone on the south side of Magic Mountain Parkway, between Tourney Road and Fairways.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
BACKGROUND
Magic Mountain Parkway is classified as a major arterial in the City's General Plan Circulation Element. It is currently striped with six lanes (three lanes each way). Portions of Magic Mountain Parkway between Tourney Road and Fairways, currently have unpaved shoulders with no curb, gutter, or sidewalk. As a result, the sections without curbs are often used for overnight and longer-term parking for big rigs trucks, and abandoned vehicles. This section of Magic Mountain Parkway has been the subject of numerous public complaints regarding truck parking and has been an ongoing code enforcement issue for many years. Parking is generally prohibited on all improved arterials within the City.
No Parking Any Time zones currently exist on Magic Mountain Parkway 520 feet west of Fairways (north side), 725 feet west of Fairways (south side), and 905 feet east of Tourney Road (south side). The recommended action item would fill the gaps and provide continuous No Stopping Any Time zones along the north side and south side of Magic Mountain Parkway, between Tourney Road and Fairways.
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The City is currently preparing plans for the full build-out of this arterial roadway. Establishing a No Stopping Anytime zone will prepare this section of Magic Mountain Parkway for these future improvements.
The proposed No Stopping Any Time zone will affect 2,650 feet of parking on the north side of Magic Mountain Parkway and 1,500 feet of parking on the south side of Magic Mountain Parkway (Exhibits 1 and 2). The only businesses fronting this section of Magic Mountain Parkway are located along Wayne Mills Place and have adequate on-site parking. Field observations have confirmed that on-street parking is only used for overnight and long-term heavy vehicle parking and stored vehicles.
Additionally, Magic Mountain Parkway is one of the gateway corridors into the City. Addressing the issue of truck parking along Magic Mountain Parkway with the recommended No Stopping Any Time zones will enhance the City Council's efforts to reduce the visual nuisance of stored and abandoned vehicles on Magic Mountain Parkway.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds are available in Street Maintenance Traffic Signs expenditure account 2304504- 514108 to support the recommended action.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution
Magic Mtn Pkwy Proposed No-Stopping Zones - Exhibit 1
Magic Mtn Pkwy Proposed No-Stopping Zones - Exhibit 2
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RESOLUTION NO. 22- _______
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH A 2,500-FOOT NO STOPPING ANYTIME ZONE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY, AND A 1,550-FOOT NO STOPPING
ANYTIME ZONE ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY, BETWEEN
TOURNEY ROAD AND FAIRWAYS
WHEREAS, Section 22507 of the California Vehicle Code of the State of California provides for local authorities to prohibit stopping, standing, or parking of vehicles on certain streets or highways, or portions thereof during certain or all hours of the day; and
WHEREAS, a No Stopping Anytime zone on the north and south side of Magic Mountain Parkway, between Tourney Road and Fairways, will reduce the visual nuisance from overnight and long-term heavy vehicle parking and prepare the roadway for the future improvement to eight lanes; and
WHEREAS, it is consistent with normal traffic engineering practices to establish a 2,500-foot No Stopping Anytime zone on the north side of Magic Mountain Parkway, between Tourney Road and Fairways; and
WHEREAS, it is consistent with normal traffic engineering practices to establish a 1,550-foot No Stopping Anytime zone on the south side of Magic Mountain Parkway, between Tourney Road and Fairways.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:
SECTION 1. That a 2,500-foot No Stopping Anytime zone on the north side of Magic Mountain Parkway, between Tourney Road and Fairways, shall be established.
SECTION 2. That a 1,550-foot No Stopping Anytime zone on the south side of Magic Mountain Parkway, between Tourney Road and Fairways, shall be established.
SECTION 3. That the 2,500-foot No Stopping Anytime zone shall apply when appropriate signs giving adequate notice thereof have been placed as described in Section 1.
SECTION 4. That the 1,550-foot No Stopping Anytime zone shall apply when appropriate signs giving adequate notice thereof have been placed as described in Section 2.
SECTION 5. That staff shall install the necessary signs to effect this resolution.
SECTION 6. That the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.
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Attachment: Resolution (ESTABLISH NO STOPPING ZONE ON MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY)
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this __ th day of ________ 2022.
______________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_______________________________
CITY CLERK
DATE:__________________________
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )
I, Mary Cusick, City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 22- was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the __th day of ________ 2022, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
______________________________
CITY CLERK
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Attachment: Resolution (ESTABLISH NO STOPPING ZONE ON MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY) MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAYPROPOSED "NO-STOPPING ANY TIME" ZONESLOCATION MAP
AREA MAPPED
TOURNEY RD
MAGIC MOUNTAIN PKWY
I-5 FREEWAY
MCBEAN PARKWAY
MAGIC MOUNTAIN PKWY
THE OLD ROAD
EXHIBIT 1
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Attachment: Magic Mtn Pkwy Proposed No-Stopping Zones - Exhibit 1 (ESTABLISH NO STOPPING ZONE MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAYPROPOSED "NO-STOPPING ANY TIME" ZONES PROPOSED "NO-STOPPING ANY TIME" ZONELEGEND
MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY
TOURNEY RD
EXISTING "NO-STOPPING ANY TIME" ZONE
EXHIBIT 2FAIRWAYS
2650'905'1500'520'725'
MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY
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Attachment: Magic Mtn Pkwy Proposed No-Stopping Zones - Exhibit 2 (ESTABLISH NO STOPPING ZONE
Agenda Item: 10
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
AGENDA REPORT
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:
DATE: October 25, 2022
SUBJECT: ESTABLISH NO STOPPING ZONES ON SCHOOL DAYS ONLY
ALONG THE NORTH AND SOUTH SIDES OF ESPUELLA DRIVE
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PRESENTER: Joel Bareng
RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:
1. Adopt a resolution to establish a No Stopping zone between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days only on the north side of Espuella Drive, starting at 150 feet and extending a distance of 295 feet west of Caballeta Drive and on the south side of Espuella Drive between Bouquet Canyon Road and Caballeta Drive.
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita (City) has been working with Emblem Academy and Saugus Union School District staff for the past three years to improve traffic circulation throughout the neighborhood during peak school hours. Emblem Academy is an elementary school located at Espuella Drive and Caballeta Drive. The school and the surrounding neighborhood have only one ingress and egress via Espuella Drive at Bouquet Canyon Road.
Measures have been taken to improve traffic circulation, such as signing and striping within the school parking lot and an updated arrival and dismissal circulation plan that provides a suggested route for parents to follow when dropping off and picking up students. The improvements also include a trail connection to Central Park that allows parents to park and students to walk to school. The City is also working with the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Emblem Academy, and Saugus Union School District to coordinate the first Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day.
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On February 9, 2022, City staff met with Emblem Academy and Saugus Union School District to discuss additional improvements to traffic circulation. On March 8, 2022, the City Council received a public comment from an Emblem Academy parent regarding traffic safety concerns and emergency access during school arrival and dismissal periods. After observing and confirming the necessity to improve emergency access, City staff installed signage that temporarily restricted parking along Espuella Drive, between Bouquet Canyon Road and Caballeta Drive. These restrictions allow motorists to pull over and ensure unimpeded access for emergency vehicles during emergencies. After installing these temporary signs, staff observed that motorists obeyed the posted signs, enhancing traffic safety and circulation. However, over time, staff observed that the temporary signs were being displaced, creating confusion for motorists.
The recommended actions will ensure that parents utilize the valet line when picking up and dropping off students, maintaining a constant traffic flow. Further, the installation of permanent No Stopping signs will allow emergency vehicles to ingress and egress the neighborhood.
The six residents fronting the areas of the proposed parking restrictions, Emblem Academy, and the Saugus Union School District are in support of the recommended actions.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds are available in Street Maintenance expenditure account 2304504-514108 to support the recommended action.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution
Exhibit A
Location Map
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RESOLUTION NO. 22- _______
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA,
CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH A NO STOPPING ZONE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF ESPUELLA DRIVE, STARTING AT 150 FEET AND EXTENDING A DISTANCE OF 295
FEET WEST OF CABALLETA DRIVE AND A NO STOPPING ZONE ON THE SOUTH
SIDE OF ESPUELLA DRIVE, BETWEEN BOUQUET CANYON ROAD AND CABALLETA DRIVE, BETWEEN 7:00 A.M. AND 8:30 A.M. AND BETWEEN 1:00 P.M. AND 3:30 P.M.
ON SCHOOL DAYS ONLY.
WHEREAS, Section 22507 of the California Vehicle Code of the State of California provides for local authorities to prohibit stopping, standing, or Stopping of vehicles on certain streets or highways, or portions thereof during certain or all hours of the day; and
WHEREAS, a No Stopping zone between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days only along the north side of Espuella Drive, starting at 150 feet and extending a distance of 295 feet west of Caballeta Drive will improve emergency vehicle access during student arrival and dismissal hours; and
WHEREAS, a No Stopping zone between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days only along the south side of Espuella Drive, between Bouquet Canyon Road and Caballeta Drive will improve emergency vehicle access during student arrival and dismissal hours; and
WHEREAS, it is consistent with normal traffic engineering practices to establish a 295-foot No Stopping zone between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days only on the north side of Espuella Drive, starting at 150 feet and extending a distance of 295 feet west of Caballeta Drive; and
WHEREAS, it is consistent with normal traffic engineering practices to establish a No Stopping zone between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days only on the south side of Espuella Drive, between Bouquet Canyon Road and Caballeta Drive.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:
SECTION 1. That a 295-foot No Stopping zone between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days only along the north side of Espuella Drive, starting at 150 feet and extending a distance of 295 feet west of Caballeta Drive, shall be established.
SECTION 2. That a No Stopping zone between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. and between 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on school days only along the south side of Espuella Drive, between Bouquet Canyon Road and Caballeta Drive, shall be established.
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Attachment: Resolution [Revision 4] (NO STOPPING ZONES ON ESPUELLA DRIVE BETWEEN BOUQUET CANYON ROAD AND CABALLETA
SECTION 3. That the 295-foot No Stopping zone shall apply when appropriate signs giving adequate notice thereof have been placed as described in Section 1.
SECTION 4. That the No Stopping zone shall apply when appropriate signs giving adequate notice thereof have been placed as described in Section 2.
SECTION 5. That staff shall install the necessary signs to effect this resolution.
SECTION 6. That the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this __ th day of ________ 2022.
______________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_______________________________
CITY CLERK
DATE:__________________________
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )
I, Mary Cusick, City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution 22- was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the __th day of ________ 2022, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
______________________________
CITY CLERK
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Attachment: Resolution [Revision 4] (NO STOPPING ZONES ON ESPUELLA DRIVE BETWEEN BOUQUET CANYON ROAD AND CABALLETA 295'150'
ESPUELLA DRBOUQUETCANYON RD
PROPOSED "NO STOPPING SPECIFIC HOURS" ZONELEGENDEXISTING "NO STOPPING SPECIFIC HOURS" ZONE
BOUQUETCANYON RD
ESPUELLA DR
CABALLETA DRBALERNA DR
GAVILAN DR
CANTOS DR
CABALLETA DRESPUELLA DR
EXISTING "NO STOPPING ANY TIME" ZONEESPUELLA DRIVEPROPOSED "NO STOPPING SPECIFIC HOURS" ZONESEXHIBIT 1
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Attachment: Exhibit A [Revision 2] (NO STOPPING ZONES ON ESPUELLA DRIVE BETWEEN BOUQUET ESPUELLA DRIVEPROPOSED "NO-PARKING SPECIFIC HOURS" ZONESLOCATION MAP
AREA MAPPED
BOUQUETCANYON RDNEWHALLRANCH RD
ESPUELLA DR
CABALLETA DR
NEWHALLRANCH RDESPUELLA DRBOUQUETCANYON RD
PROPOSED "NO-PARKINGSPECIFIC HOURS" ZONE
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Attachment: Location Map (NO STOPPING ZONES ON ESPUELLA DRIVE BETWEEN BOUQUET CANYON