Agenda packet — Santa Clarita City Council, June 27, 2023 (part 1 of 2)

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

Tuesday, June 27, 2023
6:00 PM
City Council Chambers
23920 Valencia Blvd.

Santa Clarita, CA 91355

AGENDA

Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency

How to Address the City Council
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INVOCATION
McLean

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
Sister Cities 2023 Young Artist and Authors Showcase Winners

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

PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS AND SPECIAL TAXES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS - As required by state law, staff presents for City Council's consideration the Final Engineer's Reports and Annual Reports for the various special districts and requests approval to provide the Los Angeles County Assessor's Office with all necessary data for the assessments and special taxes to appear on the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Property Tax Rolls.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Conduct a public hearing for the Landscaping and Lighting District; the Drainage

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Benefit Assessment Areas; the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District; the Tourism Marketing District; and the Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District.

2. Adopt resolutions approving the Engineer’s Reports for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 annual levy of assessments for the continuation of maintenance for the Landscaping and Lighting District; the Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas; the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District; the Tourism Marketing District; and the Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District.

3. Adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2023-24 annual levy of the Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista Canyon CFD).

4. Accept and file annual reports for the Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista Canyon CFD) and Community Facilities District No. 2020-1 (Parking CFD).

2. FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ANNUAL LEVY FOR OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION DISTRICT - As required by state law, staff presents for City Council’s consideration the Final Engineer’s Report for the Open Space Preservation District and requests approval to provide the Los Angeles County Assessor necessary data for the assessments to appear on the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Property Tax Rolls.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution approving the Engineer’s Report for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 annual levy of assessments for the Open Space Preservation District.

3. AMENDMENT TO HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE AND FIRST READING -

UDC AMENDMENT - SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE PLANNING
PERIODS - Amendment to the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update and an Amendment to the Unified Development Code to establish regulations for housing sites identified in multiple planning periods.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Conduct the public hearing;

2. Make a finding the previously adopted Negative Declaration adopted is sufficient and no further analysis under the California Environmental Quality Act is required for the proposed Amended Housing Element Update for the 6th Housing Element cycle;

3. Adopt a resolution, approving an amendment to Master Case 21-088 (General Plan Amendment 21-001), amending the previously adopted Housing Element Update for the 6th Housing Element cycle;

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4. Make a finding the proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Article 5 Section 15061(b)(3), the Common-sense Exemption; and

5. Introduce an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH

REGULATIONS FOR SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE PLANNING PERIODS,

AMENDING THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AS SHOWN IN EXHIBIT A; WAIVE READING OF THE TEXT AND CONSENT TO READ BY THE

TITLE ONLY, AS LISTED ON THE AGENDA, AND PASS TO SECOND READING;” waive reading of the text and consent to ready by title only, as listed on the agenda, and pass to second reading.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

4. FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM - The proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget was distributed to the City Council on May 26, 2023. In addition, on June 6, 2023, the Planning Commission made a finding by minute action that the Draft Fiscal Year 2023- 24 Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City of Santa Clarita's General Plan. Further, at the June 13, 2023, City Council meeting, a public hearing was opened and the draft budget was presented.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council and City Council acting as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Clarita:

1. Adopt resolution adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24, making appropriations for the amounts budgeted and establishing policies for the administration of the adopted Annual Budget.

2. Adopt resolution adopting the 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program.

3. Adopt resolution approving and adopting the annual appropriations limit for the Fiscal Year 2023-24.

4. Adopt resolution electing to receive all or a portion of the tax revenues pursuant to the Health and Safety code (Community Development Law).

5. Adopt resolution amending the City's Classification Plan and Salary Schedule, providing for compensation of the employees of the City, and amending the City's Benefit Program.

6. Adopt resolution adopting an amendment to the Conflict of Interest code.

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NEW BUSINESS

5. LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT DEPUTY ROTATION FIVE-SIGNATURE LETTER - At the June 13, 2023, regular City Council meeting, Mayor Jason Gibbs requested that the City Council consider sending a letter to Sheriff Robert Luna opposing the Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission recommendation to require the regular rotation of patrol deputies.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council discuss and provide direction to staff regarding sending the attached letter to Sheriff Robert Luna, opposing the Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission recommendation to require the regular rotation of patrol deputies.

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.

6. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes of the City Council are submitted for approval.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council approve the minutes of the June 13, 2023 Regular Meeting.

7. CHECK REGISTER NOS. 12 AND 13 - Check Register No. 12 for the Period 05/05/23 through 05/18/23 and 05/25/23. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 05/08/23 through 05/19/23. Check Register No. 13 for the Period 05/19/23 through 06/01/23 and 06/08/23; and Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 05/22/23 through 06/02/23. Purchase orders between $20,000 and $50,00 for the Period 05/21/23 through 06/04/23.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 12 and Check Register No. 13.

8. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32 - This ordinance adopts the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code - Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Code, which became effective on March 2, 2023, which includes higher standards for structural and fire protection in new buildings based on local climatic, geologic, and topographical conditions, floodplain management regulations, as well as administrative provisions for enforcement of the codes at the local level.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council introduce an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE

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CITY FIRE CODE – TITLE 22 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE – TITLE 32;” waive reading of text and consent to read by title only as listed on the agenda; pass to second reading; and set the public hearing for July 11, 2023.

9. EARTHQUAKE COVERAGE FOR CITY FACILITIES FOR THE 2023-24 FISCAL YEAR - Council consideration to approve premium payment through the City's insurance broker, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., for Fiscal Year 2023-24 earthquake coverage for City facilities.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Authorize Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., to bind earthquake coverage on behalf of the City of Santa Clarita for Fiscal Year 2023-24 for various City facilities with Arrowhead General Insurance Agency, Inc., for a policy limit of $35 million, for a total premium fee of $503,420.

2. Authorize an ongoing budget appropriation from Self Insurance Fund (Fund 721) to expenditure account 7212306-516101 for $71,762 for ongoing earthquake coverage renewals commencing in Fiscal Year 2023-24.

3. Authorize an ongoing budget appropriation from Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby Fund (Fund 368) to expenditure account 3687418-516101 for $25,000 for ongoing earthquake coverage renewals commencing in Fiscal Year 2023-24.

4. Authorize an ongoing budget appropriation from Cooper Street Parking Structure Fund (Fund 369) to expenditure account 3697409-516101 for $1,635 for ongoing earthquake coverage renewals commencing in Fiscal Year 2023-24.

5. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

10. SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THE ANNUAL STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 - Determination and approval of the rates for the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee for Fiscal Year 2023-24.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council waive reading of the text and consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda, and adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING THE

ANNUAL STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24."

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11. CITYWIDE FIBER OPTIC CABLE CAPACITY UPGRADE, PROJECT C0068 - PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT - This item will fund the construction of the Citywide Fiber Optic Cable Capacity Upgrade project.

The proposed improvements will expand and protect the fiber optic cable network in various areas throughout the City.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve the plans and specifications for the Citywide Fiber Optic Cable Capacity Upgrade, Project C0068.

2. Find the Citywide Fiber Optic Cable Capacity Upgrade project exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Article 19, Section 15301.

3. Award the construction contract to Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc., in the amount of $3,289,432 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $164,472, for a total contract amount not to exceed $3,453,904.

4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

12. SAND CANYON TRAIL - PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES, PHASE IV, PROJECT T3024 - PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT - This item awards a construction contract and modifies the existing construction support services contract for the pedestrian bridge component of Phase IV of the Sand Canyon Trail project. The improvements include the construction of two pedestrian bridges within the segment of Sky Ranch Road to Iron Canyon Road.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve plans and specifications for the Sand Canyon Trail – Pedestrian Bridges, Phase IV, Project T3024.

2. Award the Sand Canyon Trail – Pedestrian Bridges, Phase IV construction contract to Wright Construction Engineering Corp., in the amount of $814,814 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $162,963, for a total contract amount not to exceed $977,777.

3. Extend the current contract and authorize an increased expenditure authority for construction support services for the Sand Canyon Trail – Pedestrian Bridges, Phase IV project with Tetra Tech, Inc., in the amount of $48,499 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $7,275, for a total additional contract amount not to exceed $55,774.

4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City

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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 Olga Kaczmar and Leslie Buffham

FUTURE MEETINGS
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held July 11, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers, 1st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA.

CERTIFICATION
On June 22, 2023, 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

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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: June 27, 2023
SUBJECT: FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS AND

SPECIAL TAXES FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services
PRESENTER: Keith Miller

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council:

1. Conduct a public hearing for the Landscaping and Lighting District; the Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas; the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District; the Tourism Marketing District; and the Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District.

3. Adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2023-24 annual levy of the Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista Canyon CFD).

4. Accept and file annual reports for the Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista Canyon CFD) and Community Facilities District No. 2020-1 (Parking CFD).

BACKGROUND

For the City Council’s consideration, this report presents the Final Engineer’s Reports for the Special Districts identified below and directs Willdan Financial Services (Willdan) to transmit all necessary assessment data to the Los Angeles County Auditor Controller for inclusion on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 Property Tax Rolls.

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1. Landscape and Lighting District (LLD), inclusive of the City’s Landscape Maintenance District (LMD) and Streetlight Maintenance District (SMD);

2. Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas (DBAA) 3, 6, 18, 19, 20, 22, 24, 33, 2008-1, 2008-2, 2013-1, 2014-1, 2015-1, 2017-01, and 2017-02;

3. Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District (GVROSMD); and

4. Tourism Marketing District (TMD).

The City of Santa Clarita (City), under the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code (1972 Act), and the provisions of the California Constitution Article XIII D enacted by Proposition 218 (Constitution), annually levies and collects special assessments for the LLD.

Collectively, the LLD incorporates the City’s SMD Zones A and B, and the LMD Zones 1, 2, 3, 3A, 4, 5, 5A, 6, 7, 7A, 8, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 2008-1, T1, T1B, T2, T2A, T3, T3B, T4, T5, T6, T7, T8, T17, T20, T23, T23-1, T23-2, T23A, T23B, T29, T31-1, T31-1A, T31-2, T33, T44, T46, T47, T48, T51, T52, T62, T65, T65A, T65B, T67, T68, T69, T71, T76, and T77.

The attached resolutions relate to the approval of the Engineer's Reports prepared by Willdan for the City’s LLD, the DBAAs, the GVROSMD, and the TMD. The proposed actions are authorized by state law as outlined in the Constitution, and are required to levy assessment on properties receiving special benefits.

The City, on behalf of the Vista Canyon CFD and the Parking CFD (collectively, CFDs), under the provisions of the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended, commencing with Section 53311 of the California Government Code (1982 Act), annually determines and levies the special tax rate and amount to be levied in accordance with the respective rates and methods (RMAs). The attached resolutions include a resolution for the FY 2023-24 annual levy for the Vista Canyon CFD as provided in its authorizing ordinance. The Parking CFD’s levy is set administratively. In addition, the Vista Canyon CFD and Parking CFD Annual Reports, as required by Government Code Section 50075.3, are included for the City Council to receive and file.

Descriptions of the City’s Special Districts are provided below.

Landscape Maintenance District (LMD)

The City has 62 financially independent LMD zones, primarily administered through contracts, which encompass over 2,000 acres of landscape areas including landscaped slopes and parkways, side-panels, numerous monument signs, more than 29 miles of paseos. The City also maintains area-wide amenities located throughout Santa Clarita, including 47 linear miles of landscaped medians, park facilities, and approximately 65,000 street trees located within the public right-of- way.

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Each of the 62 LMD zones, comprising 63,009 residential and non-residential parcels, include landscape and ornamental improvements that provide special benefits to properties throughout Santa Clarita. In total, 80 percent of all parcels throughout the City are located within one or more LMD zones and fund these landscape amenities through special assessments appearing on property owners' consolidated annual property tax bill.

The operating budget of a typical LMD encompasses expenditures that include contractual landscape maintenance, water and electrical utilities, plant replacements, administration, scheduled and unanticipated repairs, and monitoring services. On average, contractual landscape maintenance services represent 31.5 percent of the total annual operational cost. A typical landscape maintenance contract term is two years with three incremental, one-year renewal options.

In zones where parcel owners have authorized assessment rate escalators, the maximum annual assessment rate adjusts automatically every year by an amount equal to the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the month of December. Independent of these escalators, the City Council maintains the discretion to levy assessment rates up to, or less than, the maximum assessment rate, with all levies ultimately approved as part of a noticed public hearing.

For FY 2023-24, the CPI increase as of December 2022, is 4.93 percent. The CPI escalators allow the City to maintain and provide a consistent level of landscape service to each LMD zone, as maintenance costs increase from year-to-year. The CPI escalators allow the City to be responsive to requests identified by the community for new projects and maintain adequate funds to support future capital reserve needs.

The City takes a conservative fiscal approach to the management of its LMD zones, having implemented many cost-saving measures and aggressively rebidding landscape contracts to ensure operational costs remain competitive. For FY 2023-24, staff is recommending the City Council levy less than the maximum allowable rate for 42 of 62, or 68 percent, of the City's LMD zones. A complete listing of recommended levy amounts for all LMD zones is attached to this report.

In instances where individual zones do not meet their financial operational and reserve goals, staff is recommending levying the maximum assessment rate. As an annual practice, staff has included an LMD Rate History, which identifies each LMD zone and provides assessment levy information for each of the last five fiscal years.

Streetlight Maintenance District (SMD)

The SMD supports operations and maintenance of the City’s streetlights and traffic signals. The California Public Utilities Commission formally approved the sale of the streetlight system from Southern California Edison (Edison) in May 2018. As of April 2023, the City has acquired and accepted 17,791 streetlights with energy efficient light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures for maintenance.

Consistent with the City Council’s original commitment to the community, in FY 2020-21 the City began passing along net operational savings realized by purchasing the streetlight system to 1 Packet Pg. 11

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property owners in the form of reduced assessments.

All parcels receiving special benefit from the streetlight system financially contribute to the SMD. The composition of the SMD encompasses parcels that are assessed at either the Zone A or Zone B rate.

Parcels contributing to Zone A are part of the original district formed by Los Angeles County prior to the City’s incorporation and pay an annual fixed assessment rate of $12.38.

Parcels annexed into the SMD following transfer from Los Angeles County to Santa Clarita in 1997 contribute to Zone B and pay an annual assessment rate that can be adjusted each year by the change in the CPI. The current maximum assessment rate for FY 2022-23 is $93.91 per equivalent benefit unit (EBU).

The assessment rate for parcels located in Zone A will remain at a rate of $12.38. The assessment methodology for parcels located in Zone A does not include a CPI escalator provision. As a result, properties in Zone A receive subsidized streetlight services, as State law does not allow the City to increase this assessment rate without first securing property owner approval.

While the maximum FY 2023-24 streetlight assessment rate for parcels located in Zone B is set to adjust by the annual change in CPI to $98.54, staff recommends holding the rate at $66.00 per EBU, or $32.54 less than the maximum allowable assessment. This marks the fifth consecutive year in which the City has levied an assessment for parcels located in Zone B that is less than the maximum rate allowable by law, and the second straight year the rate has been held at $66.00.

Despite incremental increases imposed by Edison beginning in March 2020, to the energy charge component of their monthly service cost, staff’s ability to recommend setting the coming year’s rate at 33 percent less than the maximum assessment is a direct result of the City Council’s decision to purchase Santa Clarita’s Streetlight System.

These operational savings will also expedite paydown of revenue bonds issued to finance the purchase of the streetlight system and conversion to LED fixtures. The City’s current annual debt service is $860,656, with all bonds originally scheduled for retirement in FY 2046-47. To reduce the amount of debt service, or total interest payments, tied to bond financing, the City will retire all bonds by September 2028. This action will save property owners approximately $6.2 million in interest.

Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas (DBAAs)

The City is responsible for administering 15 DBAAs. Each DBAA benefits properties by preventing groundwater from rising and channeling surface or sub-surface water to drainage areas. This operation includes the use and management of multiple pump stations, hydro-augers, monitoring and observation wells, terrace drains, and swale drains. For FY 2023-24, staff recommends levying the maximum rate for 12 of the 15 DBAAs, inclusive of the 4.93 percent change in CPI.

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Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District (GVROSMD)

As a condition of project approval, the City Council required the Golden Valley Ranch development to create an open space maintenance district. The GVROSMD is comprised of 920 acres of natural and undeveloped land administered by the City through contracts for park ranger services. This assessment also supports trail maintenance and open space management within the boundaries of the GVROSMD.

For FY 2023-24, staff recommends the City Council levy the maximum allowable rate of $207.11 for single-family residential units and $82.24 for single-family condominium units, inclusive of the 4.93 percent change in CPI.

Tourism Marketing District (TMD)

The City Council established the TMD as part of the 21-Point Business Plan for Progress. Local hotels participating in the TMD pay two percent of total room rents charged and received from hotel guests who do not make the hotel their principal place of residence. The TMD generates funds to market the City as a tourism destination and attract high-quality, high-economic impact events to Santa Clarita.

The TMD is authorized by the Parking and Business Area Law of 1989 (Section 36500 et. seq. of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California). This state code permits the City to levy assessments on businesses within a business improvement area and to use such proceeds for the benefit of the businesses within said area.

Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District

In November 2017, the City Council approved an Engineer’s Report creating and annexing parcels into the Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District. A standby assessment and sewer rate were established in accordance with the applicable state law including Article XIIID of the State Constitution and Health and Safety Code, Section 5470, to support operations and capital replacements costs associated with the future Vista Canyon Recycled Water Facility.

The Vista Canyon Project required, and was financially responsible for, the construction of the Recycled Water Facility as a condition of approval. Properties subject to the standby assessment and subsequent sewer rate are limited only to parcels within and directly adjacent to the Vista Ranch Project area that directly benefit from the Recycled Water Factory.

At the November 28, 2017, public hearing, the City Council ordered and commenced standby assessment levies upon vacant parcels associated with the Vista Canyon Project. Levying of the standby assessment commenced in FY 2018-19 and will remain in effect until individual parcels within the District are developed and serviced by the Water Factory.

Consistent with the approved Wastewater Engineer’s Report Anticipated Standby Charges schedule, the recommended FY 2023-24 Standby Rate is $547.54. Upon the subsequent approval of occupancy for individual parcels served by the Vista Canyon Recycled Water Factory, collection of the approved sewer rate will take the place of the standby assessment rate. 1 Packet Pg. 13

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Vista Canyon CFD
In 2016, the City forme d a community facilities district designated for the approved Vista Canyon development located at the end of Lost Canyon Road near Sand Canyon. Vista Canyon CFD boundaries covers only the apartment and commercial use parcels.

In February 2020, the Vista Canyon CFD issued its first series of bonds (Bonds) secured by special taxes within the Vista Canyon CFD to fund 1) a public parking facility, the Cooper Street Parking Structure, a City-owned public parking garage with 84 dedicated spaces for the adjacent apartment complex and 529 public parking spaces, and 2) a portion of the Transit Center. In October 2020, following final review by the City’s Public Works department, the City purchased the Cooper Street Parking Structure from the master developer for $1 5,000,000 using the proceeds of the Bonds. Commencing in FY 2019 -20, property within the Vista Canyon CFD began paying special taxes to fund debt service on the Bonds.

For FY 2022-23, the Vista Canyon CFD collected special taxes in the amount of $837,330 to pay debt service on the Bonds ($810,800) and to pay administrative expenses ($26,530) of the Vista Canyon CFD. Consistent with the approved Vista Canyon CFD rate and method of apportionment, the recommended FY 2023 -24 special tax is as set forth in the resolution attached.

Cooper Street Parking Structure (Parking CFD)
Pursuant to the conditions for development, the original intent was for the property owner association (POA) of the Vista Canyon development to pay the cost of operating and maintaining the Cooper Street Parking Structure. The City previously entered into a Parking Management Services Agreement with the POA (Management Agreement). In order to maintain the tax - exempt nature of the Vista Canyon CFD Bonds and have the Management Agreement b e considered a “qualified management contract” under IRS rules, tax counsel required the formation of the Cooper Street CFD in 2021 to pay the manager under the Management Agreement and other costs associated with the operation and maintenance of the Coope r Street Parking Structure. The POA initially pays the costs of operation and maintenance and also pays the special taxes. The POA, as manager, submits invoices for reimbursement payable by the Cooper Street CFD using the special taxes paid by the POA.

For FY 2022-23, the Parking CFD collected special taxes in the amount of $433,065 to be used to pay operation and maintenance costs and deferred maintenance for the Cooper Street Parking Structure relating to the 529 public parking spaces. Consistent with the approved Parking CFD rate and method of apportionment, the recommended FY 2023-24 levy is $439,778 on the POA parcel.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

Other direction as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no impact to the General Fund associated with these actions. 1 Packet Pg. 14

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ATTACHMENTS
Special Districts Public Hearing Notice
TMD Public Hearing Notice
FY 2023-24 LLD Approving Resolution
FY 2023-24 DBAA Approving Resolution
FY 2023-24 GVROSMD Approving Resolution
FY 2023-24 TMD Approving Resolution
FY 2023-24 VCWSD Approving Resolution
FY 2023-24 Vista Canyon CFD Resolution
FY 2023-24 Recommended LMD Rate Table and Rate History
FY 2023-24 LLD Engineer's Report (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) FY 2023-24 DBAA Engineer's Report (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) FY 2023-24 GVROSMD Engineer's Report (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) FY 2023-24 TMD Annual Report (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) FY 2023-24 LMD Assessment Roll (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) FY 2023-24 SMD Assessment Roll (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) FY 2023-24 DBAA Assessment Roll (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) FY 2023-24 GVROSMD Assessment Roll (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) FY 2023-24 Vista Canyon CFD Annual Report and Levy (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
FY 2023-24 Parking CFD Annual Report and Levy (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 1 Packet Pg. 15

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

A public hearing will be held before the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, 1st floor, Santa Clarita, California, on the 27th day of June 2023, at or after 6:00 p.m., to consider the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Levy of Assessments for the City’s Special Districts.

The Districts subject to this public hearing include:

Landscape and Lighting District, Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas, Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Preservation District, and the Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District.

The City Council, pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989, both being Divisions of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, being a Division of the Government Code, and the Uniform Standby Charges Procedures Act Title 15, Division 2, Part 1, Chapter 12.4 of the State of California, desires to levy annual assessments for the districts pursuant to Article XIII D of the California Constitution.

Proponents, opponents, and any interested persons may appear and be heard on this matter at that time. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Administrative Services Department, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, CA 91355; (661) 290-2207, Keith Miller, Landscape Maintenance Administrator.

If you wish to challenge this action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council, at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Dated: June 12, 2023

Mary Cusick, MMC
City Clerk

Publish Dates: June 16, 2023; June 20, 2023

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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

A Public Hearing will be held before the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, first floor, Santa Clarita, California, on the 27th day of June 2023, at or after 6:00 p.m., to consider the FY 2023-24 Tourism Marketing District. The City Council, pursuant to the Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989, a Division of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, being a Division of the Government Code, desires to levy annual assessments for the districts pursuant to Article III D of the California Constitution.

RESOLUTION NO. 23-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA,

CALIFORNIA, TO CONTINUE THE SANTA CLARITA TOURISM MARKETING

DISTRICT (BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA) AND THE HOTEL TOURISM

MARKETING BENEFIT ZONE IN THE CITY

WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clarita (City) is a general law City organized and existing under the laws of the State of California; and

WHEREAS, the Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989, Section 36500 et seq. of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, authorizes the City to levy assessments on businesses within a parking and business improvement area which is in addition to any assessments, fees, charges, or taxes imposed in the City and to use such proceeds for the benefit of businesses within such parking and business improvement area pursuant to said Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989 (1989 BID Law); and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City on May 25, 2010, pursuant to Ordinance No. 10-4 established the Tourism Marketing District (TMD) and a Hotel Tourism Marketing Benefit Zone (Benefit Zone); and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 36533 of the 1989 BID Law, the Advisory Board for the TMD has caused a report (Annual Report) to be prepared and filed with the City Clerk, which

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WHEREAS, the City Council intends to levy and collect assessments within the Benefit Zone of the TMD for FY 2023-24 and has previously set a public hearing to be held by the City Council on the levy of the annual assessment for FY 2023-24 pursuant to Section 36535 of the 1989 BID Law; and

WHEREAS, the City Council conducted the aforementioned public hearing on June 13, 2023, and has considered the staff report for the item and the public testimony provided during the public hearing.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2. Pursuant to the 1989 BID Law, the City Council hereby declares its intention to levy and collect assessments on businesses within the Benefit Zone of the TMD for FY 2023-24, commencing July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2024, to pay for the improvements, services and activities authorized by Ordinance No. 10-4 and described in the Annual Report filed with the City Clerk.

SECTION 3. For FY 2023-24, the boundaries of the TMD which includes all of the real property within the City; and the Benefit Zone which is inclusive of the hotels now operating in the City and identified and attached hereto as Exhibit A, shall be unchanged from the boundaries established by Ordinance No. 10-4.

SECTION 4. The City Council proposes to annually levy assessments against all businesses in the Benefit Zone in accordance with the proposed system of assessments as set forth on Exhibit B, and as such has determined that the assessments on newly established hotels shall commence immediately upon the first day of operation and after the public hearing for inclusion of such property.

SECTION 5. That the proposed uses of the revenues derived from charges levied against businesses in the Benefit Zone for FY 2023-24 generally include, but are not limited to, the following:

a) Promoting the identity of Santa Clarita through financial support of key regional and national events that support tourism and result in an economic impact; and

b) Developing and implementing a destination marketing strategy and promotions targeting potential hotel guests; and

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d) Subsidization of high quality, high-economic impact events; and

e) Annual operation expenses including, but not limited to, annual district administration functions and expenses, printing, postage, and meetings; and

f) Support and funding of the Summer Trolley program; and

g) Attendance at key meetings and consumer trade shows.

SECTION 6. In addition to any assessments, fees, charges, or taxes imposed otherwise in the City, the City Council proposes to levy assessments against businesses in the Benefit Zone in FY 2023-24 for the purpose of funding the programs, activities, and services that will promote the City and hotels as a tourist destination. A description of the proposed system of assessments is set forth on Exhibit B, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 7. The City Council hereby approves the Annual Report for FY 2023-24 as submitted to the City Clerk or as amended herein by City Council direction. Said Annual Report as submitted or amended provides a full and sufficient description of the improvements, services, and activities to be funded by the assessments for FY 2023-24; the boundaries of the TMD and the Benefit Zone within the TMD, and the proposed assessments to be levied upon the businesses within the TMD for that fiscal year. Said report as submitted or amended is by reference made part of this resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 27th of June 2023.

____________________________
MAYOR

ATTEST:

____________________________

CITY CLERK

DATE:______________________

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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. 23-___ was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27th day of June, 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

____________________________

CITY CLERK

Dated: June 12, 2023

Mary Cusick, MMC
City Clerk

Publish Date: June 16, 2023

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA
CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY

REPORT, ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS, AND

ORDERING CONTINUED MAINTENANCE FOR ALL ZONES WITHIN THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita (City Council), pursuant to the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2, Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code, commencing with Section 22500 (Act), did by previous resolution, order Willdan Financial Services (Engineer) to prepare and file a report in accordance with Chapter 1, Article 4, of the Act, commencing with Section 22565, in connection with the proposed levy and collection of assessments for the Santa Clarita Landscape and Lighting District (District) inclusive of Streetlighting Zones A and B, and Landscaping Zones Nos. 1, 2, 3, 3A, 4, 5, 5A, 6, 7, 7A, 8, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 2008-1, T1, T1B, T2, T2A, T3, T3B, T4, T5, T6, T7, T8, T17, T20, T23, T23-1, T23-2, T23A, T23B, T29, T31-1, T31-1A, T31-2, T33, T44, T46, T47, T48, T51, T52, T62, T65, T65A, T65B, T67, T68, T69, T71, T76, and T77 (Zones) for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024; and

WHEREAS, the Engineer has prepared and filed with the City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita (City Clerk) and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council the Engineer’s Report entitled City of Santa Clarita Engineer’s Report, Santa Clarita Landscaping and Lighting District, Fiscal Year 2023-24 (Report); and

WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully examined and reviewed the Report as presented, and is satisfied with each and all of the items and documents as set forth therein, and finds that the levy has been spread in accordance with the special benefits received from the improvements, operation, maintenance, and services to be performed, as set forth in said Report; and

WHEREAS, the City Council desires to levy and collect assessments against parcels of land within the District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining, and servicing the improvements within the District; and

WHEREAS, the City Clerk caused the Notice of the Public Hearing to be given in the manner provided by applicable law; and

WHEREAS, on June 27, 2023, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing to consider all oral statements and all written protests and communication made or filed by any interested person concerning the proposed assessments in the District for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-

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NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. That the above recitals are all true and correct.

SECTION 2. The Report as presented consists of the following:

a. Plans and specifications describing the general nature, location, and extent of the improvements to be maintained, which incorporate the installation, replacement, construction, maintenance, and servicing of any authorized improvements under the Act, including, but not limited to streetlighting, traffic signals, landscape and irrigation improvements, and any facilities which are appurtenant to any of the aforementioned, or which are necessary or convenient for the maintenance or servicing thereof.

b. An estimate of the cost of the operation, maintenance, and servicing of the improvements for the designated Zones within the District for the referenced fiscal year.

c. Diagrams for the designated Zones within the District.

d. An assessment of the estimated costs of the operation, maintenance, and servicing of the improvements, assessing the net amount upon all assessable lots an parcels within the designated Zones in the District in proportion to the special benefits received.

SECTION 3. Following notice duly given, the City Council has held a full and fair public hearing regarding its resolution approving and or amending the Report prepared in connection therewith; the levy and collection of assessments, and considered all oral and written statements, protests and communications made or filed by interested persons.

SECTION 4. The City Council hereby finds that each and every part of the Report is sufficient, and the City Council hereby approves, passes on, and adopts the Report as submitted to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk.

SECTION 5. The City Council hereby finds that the Report as submitted incorporates all modifications previously directed and ordered by the City Council, if any, and does hereby reference said Report for the amount of the assessments for the designated Zones of the District, the boundaries of such Zones, description of improvements, and the methods of assessment, and further hereby approves and adopts said Report as the Final Engineer’s Report for FY 2023-24, and orders the Report to be filed in the office of the Clerk of the City Council as a permanent record and to remain open to public inspection.

SECTION 6. The City Council hereby approves the FY 2023-24 assessments described in the Report for the designated Zones of the District and herby orders and directs staff to file said assessments with the County Auditor for collection with the regular property taxes for FY 2023-24.

SECTION 7. The City Clerk shall certify to the the passage and adoption of this resolution.

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SECTION 8. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this resolution is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of this resolution and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions might subsequently be declared invalid or unconstitutional. Additionally, if any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, portion, zone, or subzone of the Report is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of the Report and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, portion, zone, or subzone thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, portions, zones, or subzones might subsequently be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

_____________________________
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 23-___ was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27th day of June 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

______________________________

CITY CLERK

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT,

ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS AND CONTINUED

MAINTENANCE FOR THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT AREA NOS. 3, 6, 18, 19, 20, 22, 24, 33, 2008-1, 2008-2, 2013-1, 2014-1, 2015- 1, 2017-1, and 2017-2 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita (City Council), pursuant to the provisions of the Benefit Assessment Act of 1982, Chapter 6.4 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the California Government Code, commencing with Section 54703 (Act) did by previous resolution, order the Willdan Financial Services (Engineer) to prepare and file a report in connection with the proposed levy and collection of assessments for the assessment district known and designated as the City of Santa Clarita Drainage Benefit Assessment Area Nos. 3, 6, 18, 19, 20, 22, 24, 33, 2008-1, 2008-2, 2013-1, 2014-1, 2015-1, 2017-1, and 2017-2 (Areas) for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024; and

WHEREAS, said resolution was duly and legally published in the time, form, and manner as required by law and which resolution is on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita (City Clerk); and

WHEREAS, the Engineer has prepared and filed with the City Clerk and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council such report entitled “City of Santa Clarita Engineer’s Report, Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas (DBAA) Nos. 3, 6, 18, 19, 20, 22, 24, 33, 2008-1, 2008-2, 2013-1, 2014-1, 2015-1, 2017-1, and 2017-2 Fiscal Year 2023-24” (Report); and

WHEREAS, the City Council desires to levy and collect assessments against parcels of land within the Areas for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24, to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining, and servicing the improvements within the Areas; and

WHEREAS, the assessment rates within the Areas are exempt from the assessment balloting procedures set forth in Section 4 of Proposition 218, because they were formed by consent of the landowners, and the proposed assessments per lot or parcel are not proposed to increase by more than the assessment rates approved by the landowners at the time of annexation into the Areas.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

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SECTION 1. The above recitals are all true and correct.

SECTION 2. The Report as presented consists of the following:

a. Plans and specifications describing the general nature, location, and extent of the improvements to be maintained and of the maintenance work.

b. Estimate of the cost of maintenance of the improvements for the Areas for the FY 2023-24.

c. An annual assessment for FY 2023-24 of the estimated costs of the maintenance of those improvements to be maintained during such fiscal year, assessing the net amount upon all assessable lots and parcels within the Areas in proportion to the special benefits received; together with a formula pursuant to which such annual assessment may be adjusted annually for inflation pursuant to the Assessment Law without the necessity for additional assessment ballot procedures.

The Report, as presented, is hereby approved, and is ordered to be filed in the office of the Clerk of the City Council as a permanent record and to remain open to public inspection.

SECTION 3. That the City hereby proposes an annual levy of assessments for the Areas thereon to provide for the following work:

The maintenance of drainage improvements shall include the furnishing of services and materials for the ordinary and usual maintenance, operation, and servicing of the improvements.

SECTION 4. Following notice duly given, the City Council has held a full and fair public hearing regarding its resolution approving and or amending the Report prepared in connection therewith; the levy and collection of assessments, and considered all oral and written statements, protests and communications made or filed by interested persons.

SECTION 5. The City Council hereby finds that each and every part of the Report is sufficient, and the City Council hereby approves, passes on, and adopts the Report as submitted to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk.

SECTION 6. The City Council does hereby reference the Report, which indicates the amount of the assessments, the Areas' boundaries, detailed descriptions of the improvements, and the methods of assessment. The Report is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and reference to the Report is hereby made for all particulars.

SECTION 7. The City Council hereby directs staff to file said assessments with the County Auditor for collection with the regular property taxes for FY 2023-24.

SECTION 8. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution, and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the Report.

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

______________________________
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 23-______ was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27th day of June 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

______________________________

CITY CLERK

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-___

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT,

ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS AND CONTINUED

MAINTENANCE FOR THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA GOLDEN VALLEY RANCH OPEN SPACE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita (City Council), pursuant to the provisions of the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972, being Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code, commencing with Section 22500 (Act), did by previous resolution, order Willdan Financial Services (Engineer) to prepare and file a report in accordance with Chapter 1, Article 4, of the Act, commencing with Section 22565, in connection with the proposed levy and collection of assessments for the City of Santa Clarita Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District (District), for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024; and

WHEREAS, the Engineer has prepared and filed with the City Clerk and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council such report entitled City of Santa Clarita Engineer’s Report, Open Space Maintenance District Golden Valley Ranch, Fiscal Year 2023-24 (Report); and

WHEREAS, the City Council desires to levy and collect assessments against parcels of land within the District for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining, and servicing the improvements within the District; and

WHEREAS, the assessment rates within the District are exempt from the assessment balloting procedures set forth in Section 4 of Proposition 218, because the District was formed by consent of the landowners, and the proposed assessments per lot or parcel are not proposed to increase by more than the assessment rates approved by the landowners at the time of annexation into the District.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The above recitals are all true and correct.

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SECTION 2. The Report as presented consists of the following:

a. Plans and specifications describing the general nature, location, and extent of the improvements to be maintained and of the maintenance work.

b. Estimate of the cost of maintenance of the improvements for the District for the FY 2023-24.

c. An annual assessment for FY 2023-24 of the estimated costs of the maintenance of those improvements to be maintained during such fiscal year, assessing the net amount upon all assessable lots and parcels within the District in proportion to the special benefits received; together with a formula pursuant to which such annual assessment may be adjusted annually for inflation pursuant to the Assessment Law without the necessity for additional assessment ballot procedures.

The Report, as presented, is hereby approved, and is ordered to be filed in the office of the Clerk of the City Council as a permanent record and to remain open to public inspection.

SECTION 3. That the City hereby proposes an annual levy of assessments for the District thereon to provide for the following work:

Installation, construction, or maintenance of any authorized improvements under the Act, including, but not limited to, landscape and irrigation improvements, and any facilities which are appurtenant to any of the aforementioned or which are necessary or convenient for the maintenance or servicing thereof.

SECTION 6. The City Council does hereby reference the Report, which indicates the amount of the assessments, the District’s boundaries, detailed description of improvements and the method of assessment. The Report is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and reference to the Report is hereby made for all particulars.

SECTION 7. The City Council hereby directs staff to file said assessments with the County Auditor for collection with the regular property taxes for FY 2023-24.

SECTION 8. The Clerk of the City Council shall certify to the passage and adoption of this resolution, and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the Report.

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June, 2023.

______________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:

____________________________

CITY CLERK

DATE: ______________________

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

______________________________

CITY CLERK

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA,

CALIFORNIA, TO CONTINUE THE SANTA CLARITA TOURISM MARKETING

DISTRICT (BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA) AND THE HOTEL TOURISM

MARKETING BENEFIT ZONE IN THE CITY

WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clarita (City) is a general law City organized and existing under the laws of the State of California; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City on May 25, 2010, pursuant to Ordinance No. 10-4 established the Tourism Marketing District (TMD) and a Hotel Tourism Marketing Benefit Zone (Benefit Zone); and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 36533 of the 1989 BID Law, the Advisory Board for the TMD has caused a report (Annual Report) to be prepared and filed with the City Clerk, which describes the improvements and activities for which assessments are to be levied and collected for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24; and this Annual Report has been presented to the City Council for review and approval; and

WHEREAS, the City Council conducted the aforementioned public hearing on June 27, 2023, and has considered the staff report for the item and the public testimony provided during the public hearing.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The above recitals are true and correct.

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SECTION 5. That the proposed uses of the revenues derived from charges levied against businesses in the Benefit Zone for FY 2023-24 generally include, but are not limited to, the following:

a) Promoting the identity of Santa Clarita through financial support of key regional and national events that support tourism and result in an economic impact; and

b) Developing and implementing a destination marketing strategy and promotions targeting potential hotel guests; and

c) Developing and undertaking an advertising and public relations program focusing on the business and leisure travel trade; and

d) Subsidization of high quality, high-economic impact events; and

e) Annual operation expenses including, but not limited to, annual district administration functions and expenses, printing, postage, and meetings; and

f) Support and funding of the Summer Trolley program; and

g) Attendance at key meetings and consumer trade shows.

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within the TMD for that fiscal year. Said report as submitted or amended is by reference made part of this resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 27th of June 2023.

____________________________
MAYOR

ATTEST:

____________________________

CITY CLERK

DATE:_______________________

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

____________________________

CITY CLERK

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EXHIBIT A

SANTA CLARITA

TOURISM MARKETING DISTRICT

HOTEL TOURISM MARKETING BENEFIT ZONE
Hotels in Fiscal Year 2023-24

The following is a list of hotels now operating, or proposed to operate , in the Tourism Marketing District and specifically the Hotel Tourism Marketing Benefit Zone for FY 2023-24.

Best Western Valencia Inn
27513 Wayne Mills Place (Assessor #--2861071008)
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Courtyard by Marriott
28523 Westinghouse Place (Assessor #--2866034080)
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Embassy Suites
28508 Westinghouse Place (Assessor #--2866034097)
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Holiday Inn Express
27501 Wayne Mills Place (Assessor #--2861071011)
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Homewood Suites | Hampton Inn
28700 Newhall Ranch Road (Assessor #--2866035007)
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Hotel Lexen
24219 Railroad Avenue (Assessor #--2831018039)
Santa Clarita, CA 91321

Hyatt Regency Valencia
24500 Town Center Drive (Assessor #--2861062020)
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

SpringHill Suites | Residence Inn
27413 Wayne Mills Place (Assessor # --2861071010)
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

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EXHIBIT B

SANTA CLARITA

TOURISM MARKETING DISTRICT

HOTEL TOURISM MARKETING BENEFIT ZONE
Proposed System of Assessment (Methodology)

The proposed system of assessments is designed to generate revenue from hotels in the City to provide a method of funding public programs and activities that will promote the City and hotels as a tourist destination. The City's hotels comprise the Benefit Zone and are the only business proposed to be assessed. An annual assessment is to be levied against hotels based on the benefits they derive from the program of activities. Businesses located outside the Benefit Zone (i.e., all non-hotel businesses) would not be assessed as they derive only, at most, an indirect benefit from the program of activities.

Any modification to the Benefit Zone or program of activities for which the assessments are proposed to be levied would be subject to notification of all businesses within the Area and a public hearing before the City Council. At such public hearing, the City Council shall hear all protests and receive evidence, including written protests, for and against such modification.

Each business in the Benefit Zone shall pay a charge of 2 percent of total room rents charged and received from transient hotel guests who do not make the hotel their principal place of residence.

Once the system of charges is established, it cannot be changed without written notice to all businesses in the Area and a public hearing held by the City Council. At such public hearing, the City Council shall hear all protests and receive evidence, including written protests, for and against such changes.

Charges will be collected by the City of Santa Clarita, with the funds being remitted to a special fund of the City for expenditure in accordance with its adopted annual budget as presented by the Advisory Committee appointed by the City Council.

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RESOLUTION 23-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA,

CALIFORNIA, CONTINUING THE VISTA CANYON WASTEWATER STANDBY CHARGE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24

WHEREAS, the City Council, pursuant to the provisions of the Uniform Standby Charges Procedures Act Title 15, Division 2, Part 1, Chapter 12.4 of the State of California (Act), and in compliance with the substantive and procedural requirements of Article XIII D, section 4 of the California State Constitution (California Constitution) and the Proposition 218 Omnibus Implementation Act (Omnibus Act), being Government Code section 53750 et seq., (collectively, Assessment Law), at its meeting on June 26, 2018, approved the Engineer’s Report dated September 26, 2017, (Engineer’s Report) establishing the levy and collection of Standby Charge for the Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District (District); and

WHEREAS, the City Council desires to continue to levy and collect Standby Charge against parcels of land within the District for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24, to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining, and servicing the improvements within the District; and

WHEREAS, the Standby Charge within the District are exempt from the assessment procedures set forth in Section 4 of Proposition 218, because they were formed by consent of the landowners, and the proceeds of the Standby Charge are used for purposes specified in Section 5 of Proposition 218; and the proposed rates per Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) are not proposed to increase by more than the standby rates increase approved by the landowners at the time the District was established; and

WHEREAS, the particular charge applicable to land within the District, the method of its calculation, and the specific data used in its determination are as specified in the Engineer’s Report, which is attached hereto and on file with the City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2. The City Council, pursuant to the Engineer’s Report, finds that lands within the District are benefited as described in such report and on that basis, hereby continues its Standby Charge for fiscal year 2023-24 on land to which connection to the wastewater system is available;

SECTION 3. The FY 2023-24 Wastewater Sewer/Standby Rate is $547.54 per EBU as permitted in the Engineer’s Report.

SECTION 4. The City Council hereby directs staff to file said assessments with the County Auditor for collection with the regular property taxes for FY 2023-24.

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SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

______________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:

____________________________

CITY CLERK

DATE: ______________________

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. 23-__ was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27th day of June, 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

CITY CLERK

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA,

CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2016-1 (VISTA CANYON),

SETTING THE RATES FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES FOR SAID DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24

WHEREAS, the City Council (Legislative Body) of the City of Santa Clarita, California (City), had previously initiated proceedings, held a public hearing, conducted an election and received a favorable vote from the qualified electors to authorize the levy of special taxes in and for the City of Santa Clarita Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista Canyon) (District), all as authorized pursuant to the terms and provisions of the “Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982,” being Chapter 2.5, Part 1, Division 2, Title 5 of the Government Code of the State of California (Act); and

WHEREAS, this Legislative Body, by the adoption of Ordinance No. 16-06 (Ordinance), as authorized by Section 53340 of the Act, has authorized the levy of such special taxes within the District; and

WHEREAS, Government Code Section 53340 and the Ordinance specify that this Legislative Body may provide, by resolution, for the levy of the special taxes within the District in the current tax year at the same rates or at lower rates than the maximum rates provided for in the Ordinance levying such special taxes, and cause to be prepared a list of all parcels subject to the special tax levy, including the amount of the special taxes to be levied on each parcel for the current tax year (List), which List shall be timely filed by the clerk or other official designated by this Legislative Body with the Auditor of the County of Los Angeles (County Auditor); and

WHEREAS, it is now necessary and appropriate that this Legislative Body levy and collect the special taxes for Fiscal Year 2023-24 for the purpose specified in the Ordinance by the adoption of a resolution as specified by the Act and Ordinance.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, acting as the legislative body of the City of Santa Clarita Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista Canyon), does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The above recitals are all true and correct.

SECTION 2. In accordance with the Act and the Ordinance, there is hereby levied upon all parcels within the District, which are not otherwise exempt from taxation under the Act or the Ordinance, the special taxes for Fiscal Year 2023-24 at the tax rates as set forth in the Annual Report for the District presented to this Legislative Body and on file with the City Clerk and incorporated by this reference (Annual Report), which rates do not exceed the maximum rates set forth in the Ordinance. After adoption of this resolution, the District may make any necessary modifications to these special taxes to account for any unforeseen circumstances; provided, however, that any such modifications shall not result in an increase in the tax applicable to a

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category and can only be made prior to the submission of the List to the County Auditor for Fiscal Year 2023-24.

SECTION 3. The Legislative Body hereby orders the Director of Administrative Services or other City staff member to file the List with the County Auditor for collection with the regular property taxes for Fiscal Year 2023-24 on or before August 10th or such later date to which the County Auditor may agree.

SECTION 4. The special taxes shall be collected in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem property taxes are collected, and shall be subject to the same penalties and same procedure and sale in cases of any delinquency for ad valorem taxes, and the Tax Collector is hereby authorized to deduct reasonable administrative costs incurred in collecting any said special taxes, provided, however, the Director of Administrative Services may determine to collect the special taxes at different times and in a different manner if necessary to meet the financial obligations of the District.

SECTION 5. The County Auditor shall then, at the close of the tax collection period, promptly render to the District a detailed report showing the amount and/or amounts of such special tax installments, interest, penalties and percentages so collected and from what property collected, and also provide a statement of any percentages retained for the expense of making any such collection.

SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the the passage and adoption of this resolution.

SECTION 7. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this resolution is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of this resolution and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions might subsequently be declared invalid or unconstitutional. Additionally, if any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of the List or Annual Report is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of the List or Annual Report and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases or portions might subsequently be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

______________________________
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. 23-__ was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27th day of June 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

______________________________

CITY CLERK

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# of Zones
LMD Zone Zone Name
FY 18/19
Applied
Rate
FY 19/20
Applied
Rate
FY 20/21
Applied
Rate
FY 21/22
Applied
Rate
FY 22/23
Applied
Rate
Proposed
FY 23/24
Applied
Rate
FY 23/24
Max Rate
Net Applied
Rate
Change
from FY
22/23
FY 23/24
Applied
Rate
Variance
from
Maximum
Rate Levied Less than Maximum Decrease From FY 22/23 Zero Applied Levy Assessment Increase from FY 22/23 Applied Rate Zone Formed w/o CPI Reserve Goal Met Currently Inactive 1 1 Golden Valley Centex $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $86.43 $0.00 ($36.43) X X 2 2 Edwards Cinema - Parkways $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,742.39 $0.00 ($3,742.39) X X X 3 Sierra Heights $150.00 $375.00 $375.00 $308.00 $328.24 $328.24 $859.83 $0.00 ($531.59) X X 3A Sierra Heights $50.00 $175.00 $175.00 $142.00 $151.33 $151.33 $335.24 $0.00 ($183.91) X X 4 4 Via Princessa/Sierra Hwy $223.09 $230.32 $230.32 $230.32 $230.32 $230.32 $269.02 $0.00 ($38.70) X 5 Sunset Hills $540.00 $540.00 $540.00 $540.00 $540.00 $540.00 $1,575.19 $0.00 ($1,035.19) X X 5A Sunset Hills $350.00 $350.00 $350.00 $350.00 $350.00 $350.00 $1,061.70 $0.00 ($711.70) X X 6 6 Canyon Crest $225.00 $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $710.86 $0.00 ($460.86) X X 7 7 Creekside $160.00 $180.00 $180.00 $180.00 $191.82 $191.82 $334.72 $0.00 ($142.90) X X 8 7A Woodlands $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 X X X 9 8 Ackerman Avenue $233.13 $240.69 $240.69 $251.40 $267.93 $281.13 $281.13 $13.20 $0.00 X X 10 15 River Village $700.00 $600.00 $600.00 $500.00 $500.00 $450.00 $1,361.24 ($50.00) ($911.24) X X X 11 16 Valencia Industrial Center $25.00 $36.09 $36.09 $37.69 $40.17 $42.15 $42.15 $1.98 $0.00 X 12 17 Bouquet/Railroad Ave $87.70 $87.70 $87.70 $87.70 $87.70 $87.70 $105.76 $0.00 ($18.06) X X 13 18 Town Center / Creekside $160.00 $160.00 $160.00 $160.00 $160.00 $180.00 $251.45 $20.00 ($71.45) X X X 14 19 Bridgeport / Bouquet $82.83 $85.51 $88.04 $89.33 $95.20 $99.88 $99.88 $4.68 $0.00 X 15 20 Golden Valley Ranch - Com $600.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $3,917.80 $0.00 ($3,617.80) X X 16 21 Golden Valley Ranch - Res $621.66 $641.80 $641.80 $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 $749.64 $0.00 ($149.64) X X 17 22 HMNMH $85.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $348.78 $0.00 ($248.78) X X 18 23 Montecito $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $64.28 $0.00 ($64.28) X X X 19 24 Canyon Gate $450.00 $450.00 $450.00 $400.00 $400.00 $300.00 $858.99 ($100.00) ($558.99) X X X 20 25 Valle Di Oro $100.00 $125.00 $125.00 $125.00 $125.00 $150.00 $208.15 $25.00 ($58.15) X X X 21 26 Centre Pointe $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $65.00 $65.00 $65.00 $114.84 $0.00 ($49.84) X X 22 27 Circle J. Ranch $400.00 $500.00 $500.00 $640.00 $680.00 $720.00 $945.98 $40.00 ($225.98) X X X 23 28 Newhall $80.97 $83.59 $83.59 $87.31 $93.05 $97.64 $97.64 $4.59 $0.00 X 24 29 Villa Metro $247.98 $247.98 $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 $299.04 $0.00 ($99.04) X X 25 30 Penlon $229.82 $237.27 $220.00 $220.00 $220.00 $220.00 $277.14 $0.00 ($57.14) X X 26 31 Five Knolls $700.67 $700.67 $700.67 $600.00 $450.00 $450.00 $844.92 $0.00 ($394.92) X X 27 32 Vista Canyon $68.88 $71.11 $71.11 $74.28 $79.16 $83.06 $83.06 $3.90 $0.00 X X 28 2008-1 Area-Wide Beautification $67.76 $69.95 $72.02 $73.07 $77.87 $81.71 $81.71 $3.84 $0.00 X 29 T1 Faircliff $0.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,000.00 $5,500.00 $6,200.00 $10,595.21 $700.00 ($4,395.21)X X X 30 T1B Whites Canyon $0.00 $29.00 $29.00 $29.00 $30.98 $30.98 $33.96 $0.00 ($2.98) X X 31 T2 Old Orchard $200.77 $207.27 $207.27 $216.50 $230.73 $242.10 $242.10 $11.37 $0.00 X X 32 T2A Skyline Ranch N/A $83.62 $83.62 $87.34 $93.08 $97.67 $97.67 $4.59 $0.00 X X T3 Valencia Hills $231.32 $265.00 $265.00 $268.84 $286.51 $300.63 $502.73 $14.12 ($202.10) X X X T3B Valencia Hills Trees $31.32 $32.33 $32.33 $32.80 $34.95 $36.67 $47.47 $1.72 ($10.80) X X X 34 T4 Valencia Meadows $144.00 $175.00 $175.00 $175.00 $175.00 $200.00 $276.37 $25.00 ($76.37) X X X 35 T5 Valencia Glen $210.00 $225.00 $225.00 $228.26 $228.26 $228.26 $278.27 $0.00 ($50.01) X X 36 T6 Valencia South Valley $232.18 $247.18 $247.18 $247.18 $247.18 $247.18 $310.49 $0.00 ($63.31) X X 37 T7 Valencia Central & North Valley $220.00 $230.00 $230.00 $230.00 $230.00 $250.00 $326.74 $20.00 ($76.74) X X X 38 T8 Valencia Summit $557.04 $575.09 $592.11 $600.70 $640.17 $671.73 $671.73 $31.56 $0.00 X 39 T17 Rainbow Glen $552.21 $570.10 $570.10 $595.49 $634.62 $665.90 $665.90 $31.28 $0.00 X X 40 T20 El Dorado Village $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $0.00 $0.00 X X 3 5
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# of Zones
LMD Zone Zone Name
FY 18/19
Applied
Rate
FY 19/20
Applied
Rate
FY 20/21
Applied
Rate
FY 21/22
Applied
Rate
FY 22/23
Applied
Rate
Proposed
FY 23/24
Applied
Rate
FY 23/24
Max Rate
Net Applied
Rate
Change
from FY
22/23
FY 23/24
Applied
Rate
Variance
from
Maximum
Rate Levied Less than Maximum Decrease From FY 22/23 Zero Applied Levy Assessment Increase from FY 22/23 Applied Rate Zone Formed w/o CPI Reserve Goal Met Currently Inactive T23 Mountain View Slopes $741.62 $765.64 $765.64 $765.64 $815.94 $856.16 $894.30 $40.22 ($38.14) X X T23-1 Mountain View Slopes $429.70 $443.62 $443.62 $443.62 $472.77 $496.07 $518.17 $23.30 ($22.10) X X T23-2 Mountain View Slopes $429.70 $443.62 $443.62 $443.62 $472.77 $496.07 $518.17 $23.30 ($22.10) X X 42 T23A Mountain View Condos $867.33 $895.43 $895.43 $895.43 $954.26 $1,001.30 $1,045.90 $47.04 ($44.60) X X X 43 T23B Seco Villas $732.06 $755.78 $755.78 $789.44 $841.31 $882.78 $882.78 $41.47 $0.00 X 44 T29 American Beauty $225.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $475.93 $0.00 ($175.93) X X T31-1 Shangri-La $1,248.66 $1,289.12 $1,289.12 $1,346.52 $1,434.99 $1,505.73 $1,505.73 $70.74 $0.00 X X T31-1A Shangri-La $568.79 $587.21 $587.21 $613.36 $653.66 $685.89 $685.89 $32.23 $0.00 X X T31-2 Shangri-La $7,792.12 $8,044.58 $8,044.58 $8,402.80 $8,954.87 $9,396.34 $9,396.34 $441.47 $0.00 X X 46 T33 Canyon Park $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 $300.00 $0.00 ($100.00) X X X 47 T44 Bouquet Canyon $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $0.00 $0.00 X 48 T46 Northbridge $735.00 $735.00 $735.00 $825.00 $879.20 $950.00 $1,062.57 $70.80 ($112.57) X X 49 T47 Northpark $433.01 $447.04 $447.04 $466.94 $497.63 $522.16 $522.16 $24.53 $0.00 X 50 T48 Shadow Hills $455.00 $455.00 $455.00 $455.00 $455.00 $455.00 $455.00 $0.00 $0.00 X 51 T51 Valencia High School $612.78 $632.63 $632.63 $660.80 $704.22 $704.22 $738.94 $0.00 ($34.72) X X 52 T52 Stonecrest (Lower) $888.68 $917.47 $944.62 $958.32 $1,021.29 $1,071.63 $1,071.63 $50.34 $0.00 X 53 T62 Canyon Heights $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 $0.00 $0.00 X X 54 T65 Fair Oaks $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,242.76 $0.00 ($1,242.76) X X X 55 T65A Fair Oaks Ranch $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $742.29 $0.00 ($742.29) X X X 56 T65B Fair Oaks Park $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $270.27 $0.00 ($270.27) X X X 57 T67 Miramontes $600.00 $650.00 $650.00 $650.00 $650.00 $650.00 $1,103.37 $0.00 ($453.37) X X T68-Res West Creek Residential $118.96 $122.82 $122.82 $128.29 $136.72 $143.45 $143.45 $6.73 $0.00 X X T68-Com West Creek Commercial $135.56 $139.95 $139.95 $146.18 $155.79 $163.47 $163.47 $7.68 $0.00 X X T69-Res West Hills Residential $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500.00 $650.00 $680.00 $791.77 $30.00 ($111.77) X X X T69-Com West Hills Commercial $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $690.04 $765.38 $771.63 $771.63 $6.25 $0.00 X X T69 MWD-ResWest Hills Residential (MWD) $60.69 $60.70 $60.70 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $518.78 $0.00 ($518.78) X X X X T69 MWD-ComWest Hills Commercial (MWD) $75.78 $75.78 $75.78 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $581.97 $0.00 ($581.97) X X X X 60 T71 Haskell Canyon Ranch $632.28 $632.28 $632.28 $632.28 $632.28 $632.28 $762.45 $0.00 ($130.17) X X 61 T76 Tesoro N/A N/A N/A N/A $92.76 $97.03 $97.03 $4.27 $0.00 X T77 West Creek Park $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $93.23 $0.00 ($93.23) X X X X T77 MWD MWD - West Creek Park $83.79 $83.79 $83.79 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $182.83 $0.00 ($182.83) X X X X 59 62
58 45
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: June 27, 2023
SUBJECT: FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ANNUAL LEVY FOR OPEN SPACE

PRESERVATION DISTRICT
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services
PRESENTER: Keith Miller

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution approving the Engineer’s Report for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 annual levy of assessments for the Open Space Preservation District.

BACKGROUND

Property owners in the City of Santa Clarita (City) overwhelmingly approved the creation of the Open Space Preservation District (OSPD) in July 2007 to facilitate the purchase and preservation of undeveloped land in and around the City, within the boundaries of the OSPD.

The City partners with a number of public entities to meet the goals of the OSPD, including Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, Riverside Land Conservancy, The Trust for Public Land, County of Los Angeles, and Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority. Through these partnerships, the City is able to utilize and leverage OSPD funds for the purchase and maintenance of properties with grant funds, land bank mitigation funds, or other special funds.

During the creation of and in approving the OSPD, property owners authorized a $1.00 increase in the maximum assessment rate each subsequent fiscal year to maximize the ability to purchase and preserve undeveloped land in and within proximity to the City to create a surrounding green belt.

In FY 2022-23, the City Council authorized levy of the maximum OSPD assessment rate of $40.00 per Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU). It is important to note that the actual assessment rate in any fiscal year must be approved by the City Council prior to the levy and may not exceed the authorized maximum assessment rate without receiving property owner approval for the increase.

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For FY 2023-24, staff is recommending the City Council approve a $1.00 adjustment from the current levied assessment rate of $40.00 per EDU to the proposed levied assessment rate of $41.00 per EDU, effective July 1, 2023. If approved, this adjustment conforms to the requirements of Proposition 218, as it is equal to the maximum assessment rate for FY 2023-24 allowable by state law.

The ability to annually adjust the maximum assessment rate by $1.00 supports the bond financing utilized by the City to purchase undeveloped land for the specific purpose of expanding the greenbelt surrounding Santa Clarita.

The annual debt servicing for OSPD bonds was structured in a manner that incorporates ascending debt service payments. By issuing ascending debt, the City was able to borrow against future assessment rate increases in order to maximize the size of the borrowing. In FY 2022-23, the OSPD debt service totaled $803,606, while the proposed debt service for FY 2023-24 totals $825,006.

Annual debt service costs continue to increase every year through the 30-year repayment period and will total $1,127,850 in the final year of FY 2036-37. To offset rising debt service costs, it is necessary to adjust the annual OSPD rate by the voter-approved amount each year in order to retire bond indebtedness.

The process of ordering, approving, and setting the public hearing on the annual levy of the OSPD is required by the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 and allows the City to continue levying assessments in FY 2023-24 for the purpose of acquiring open space properties. The attached Engineer's Report in the Reading File describes the OSPD, including the improvements, budgets, parcels, and proposed assessments for FY 2023-24.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

Other direction as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no impact to the General Fund associated with this action.

ATTACHMENTS
Public Hearing Notice
FY 2023-24 OSPD Approving Resolution
FY 2023-24 OSPD Engineer's Report (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 2 Packet Pg. 43

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

A public hearing will be held before the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, first floor, Santa Clarita, California, on the 27th day of June 2023, at or after 6:00 p.m., to consider the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Levy of Assessments for the City’s Open Space Preservation District.

The City Council, pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, being a Division of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, desires to levy annual assessments for the district pursuant to Article XIII D of the California Constitution.

Proponents, opponents, and any interested persons may appear and be heard on this matter at that time. Further information may be obtained by contacting the Neighborhood Services Department, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, CA 91355; (661) 290-2207, Keith Miller, Landscape Maintenance Administrator.

Dated: June 12, 2023

Mary Cusick, MMC
City Clerk

Publish Dates: June 16, 2023; June 20, 2023

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT,

ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS, ORDERING

CONTINUED ACQUISITIONS AND MAINTENANCE FOR THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita (City Council), pursuant to the provisions of the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2, Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code, commencing with Section 22500 (Act), did by previous resolution, order Willdan Financial Services (Engineer), to prepare and file a report in accordance with Chapter 1, Article 4, of the Act, commencing with Section 22565, in connection with the proposed levy and collection of assessments for the City of Santa Clarita Open Space Preservation District (District), for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024; and

WHEREAS, said resolution was duly and legally published in the time, form, and manner as required by law and which resolution is on file in the office of the City Clerk; and

WHEREAS, the Engineer has prepared and filed with the City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita (City Clerk), and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council such report entitled Final Engineer’s Report, City of Santa Clarita Open Space Preservation District, Fiscal Year 2023-24 (Report); and

WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully examined and reviewed the Report as presented and is satisfied with each and all of the items and documents as set forth therein, and finds that the levy has been spread in accordance with the special benefits received from the property acquisitions, improvements, operation, maintenance, and services to be performed, as set forth in said Report; and

WHEREAS, the City Council desires to levy and collect assessments against parcels of land within the District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, to pay the costs and expenses of property acquisitions, operating, maintaining, and servicing the improvements within the District; and

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. That the above recitals are all true and correct.

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SECTION 2. The Report as presented consists of the following:

a. Plans and specifications describing the general nature, location, and extent of the improvements to be maintained and of the maintenance work.

b. Estimate of the cost of maintenance of the improvements for the District for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24.

c. An annual assessment for FY 2023-24 of the estimated costs of property acquisitions, the maintenance of open space properties and improvements to be maintained during such fiscal year, assessing the net amount upon all assessable lots and parcels within the District in proportion to the special benefits received; together with a formula pursuant to which such annual assessment may be adjusted annually for inflation pursuant to the Assessment Law without the necessity for additional assessment ballot procedures.

The Report, as presented, is hereby approved, and is ordered to be filed in the office of the Clerk of the City Council as a permanent record and to remain open to public inspection.

SECTION 3. That the City hereby proposes an annual levy of assessments for the District thereon to provide for the following work:

The acquisition of open space properties, and the installation, construction, or maintenance of any authorized improvements under the Act, including, but not limited to, landscape and irrigation improvements and any facilities which are appurtenant to any of the aforementioned, or which are necessary or convenient for the maintenance or servicing thereof.

SECTION 4. Following notice duly given, the City Council has held a full and fair public hearing regarding its resolution approving and or amending the Report prepared in connection therewith; the levy and collection of assessments, and considered all oral and written statements, protests, and communications made or filed by interested persons.

SECTION 5. The City Council hereby finds that each and every part of the Engineer’s Report is sufficient, and the City Council hereby approves, passes on, and adopts the Engineer’s Report as submitted to the City Council and filed with the City Clerk.

SECTION 6. The City Council does hereby reference the Report, which indicates the amount of the assessments, the District boundaries, description of improvements, and the methods of assessment. The Report is on file in the office of the City Clerk, and reference to the Report is hereby made for all particulars.

SECTION 7. The City Council hereby directs staff levy and file said assessments of $41.00 per benefit unit with the County Auditor for collection with the regular property taxes for FY 2023-24.

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SECTION 8. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the Report.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

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MAYOR
ATTEST:

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CITY CLERK

DATE: __________________________

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

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CITY CLERK

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Agenda Item: 3

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: June 27, 2023
SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE AND FIRST

READING - UDC AMENDMENT - SITES IDENTIFIED IN

MULTIPLE PLANNING PERIODS
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
PRESENTER: Erika Iverson

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council:

1. Conduct the public hearing;

3. Adopt a resolution, approving an amendment to Master Case 21-088 (General Plan Amendment 21-001), amending the previously adopted Housing Element Update for the 6th Housing Element cycle;

4. Make a finding the proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Article 5 Section 15061(b)(3), the Common-sense Exemption; and

5. Introduce an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR

SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE PLANNING PERIODS, AMENDING THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AS SHOWN IN EXHIBIT A; WAIVE READING OF THE TEXT

AND CONSENT TO READ BY THE TITLE ONLY, AS LISTED ON THE AGENDA, AND PASS TO SECOND READING;” waive reading of the text and consent to ready by title only, as listed on the agenda, and pass to second reading.

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BACKGROUND

All cities in California are required by state law to produce, update, and certify their Housing Elements every eight years. On May 10, 2022, the City Council adopted an update to its Housing Element (hereafter “Housing Element Update”) covering the planning period between 2021 and 2029, also referred to as the 6th Housing Element cycle (agenda report attached in the City Clerk’s Reading File). The Housing Element is one of seven mandated elements that comprise a city’s General Plan. It is the only element of the General Plan that must be certified by a state agency. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is the certifying agency that evaluates each city’s Housing Element.

Recent changes to state law, which were outlined in the agenda report for the May 10, 2022, public hearing have imposed new requirements for the 6th Housing Element cycle, leading to added scrutiny and multiple rounds of review by HCD through the certification process. At the time of writing this agenda report, only forty-nine percent of jurisdictions in Los Angeles County have received certification for their 6th Housing Element cycle.

HCD Review

Prior to adoption of the City’s Housing Element Update in May of 2022, a draft of the proposed Housing Element update was submitted to HCD for preliminary review. Staff received comments from HCD to be incorporated into the proposed Housing Element Update. Revisions were made to address all HCD comments in the proposed Housing Element Update for consideration by the City Council.

Following adoption of the City’s Housing Element Update in May of 2022, it was submitted to HCD on May 11, 2022, for certification. The California Department of Housing and Community Development issued a letter to the City on July 7, 2022, following it’s 60-day review of the Housing Element Update revisions, asking for further analysis to be incorporated into the Housing Element in order to receive HCD certification.

Since receipt of the July letter, staff and the consultant team have coordinated with HCD to prepare necessary revisions to the adopted Housing Element Update to ensure compliance with State Housing Element Law. Revisions to the adopted Housing Element were published on the City’s website on December 9, 2022, and submitted to HCD on December 16, 2022. During the HCD review period, staff met with and addressed all questions of HCD staff. City staff did not receive substantive questions at that time and expected to receive a letter of conditional approval from HCD following completion of their review. However, following HCD’s 60-day review of the revisions to the Housing Element Update, another comment letter was issued to the City on February 14, 2023, finding that further revisions were necessary in order to receive certification.

Subsequent to the receipt of the February letter, staff and the consultant team have met two additional times with the HCD staff to clarify the requests for additional revisions. The comments from HCD continue to request additional analysis and justification to support the findings of the Housing Element Update, and further revisions to ensure compliance with state law as changes to state law continue to be made. The requested revisions have not resulted in substantive changes to the Housing Element Update or required programs. A summary of the key 3 Packet Pg. 49

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amendments to the Housing Element Update are outlined under the Amendments to the Housing Element Update section of this agenda report.

State law requires the City Council to consider HCD’s comments and make appropriate findings as part of the Housing Element adoption process. If approved by the City Council, City staff will forward the final response matrix and amendments to the Housing Element Update to HCD for certification review.

AMENDMENTS TO THE HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE

As noted above, staff has submitted the Housing Element Update to HCD for review on three separate occasions, each time receiving comments for additional information and analysis. The HCD comments have focused on sites inventory analysis, constraints to housing development, and fair housing issues. The HCD comments required text edits to expand the analysis discussion surrounding these topics. These comments resulted in adjustments to the sites inventory assumptions, as well as a number of updates to the City’s housing programs to address areas where HCD has perceived the City’s local controls and processes pose a constraint to housing development, and updates the housing programs to ensure our zoning policies and procedures are consistent with state law and affirmatively further fair housing. Key amendments to the Housing Element Update are summarized below. A response matrix summarizing HCD’s comments and how each of the comments are addressed in the Amendment to the Housing Element Update is attached in the City Clerk’s Reading File.

Housing Sites and Inventory

The Housing Element is required to maintain a sites inventory demonstrating that the City has enough suitable sites to accommodate the number of units by each income category included in the City’s Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation. In response to HCD comments, additional analysis of the realistic development potential of the sites in the sites inventory was required. This resulted in amendments to the sites inventory to remove some very small sites, less than 0.5 acres, and reduce the assumed residential development potential on commercial and mixed-use sites in the inventory. This resulted in a reduction in the surplus inventory for moderate-, low-, and very low-income units. However, the City still maintains adequate sites to meet its RHNA allocation under existing zoning and maintains over 15 percent buffer in all income categories. As a note, the recent annexation of Tesoro del Valle has added 820 above moderate-income units to the City’s RHNA obligation, however, all of these units have already been approved at above moderate and do not impact the City’s sites inventory.

Table 1 provides the City’s 2021-2029 RHNA allocation and a summary of the sites inventory and RHNA surplus by income category. Maps and a corresponding table of the sites can be found in Figures 14 and 15, and Appendix D, respectively in the amendments to the Housing Element Update.
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Table 1: RHNA Surplus by Income Group

Very Low-
income
Low-income Moderate-
income
Above
Moderate-
income
Total
RHNA Allocation 3,397 1,734 1,672 3,228 10,031
Approved and Planned
Units
29 155 0 8,358 8,542
ADUs 48 85 22 95 250
Remaining RHNA
Allocation After Credits
3,320 1,494 1,650 0 6,464
Units on Vacant Sites 1,781 839 1,487 -- 4,107
Units on Non-vacant
Sites
2,124 1,000 625 1,566 5,315
Total Units After Credits 3,905 1,839 2,112 1,566 9,422 Total Unit Surplus 585 345 462 6,791 8,183
Buffer above Remaining
RHNA After Credits
18% 23% 28% >100%

The sites inventory must comply with Assembly Bill (AB) 1397, which amended the State Housing Element Law and placed stricter requirements on local jurisdictions when identifying adequate and available sites to meet their RHNA allocations. This amendment resulted in added scrutiny and more eligibility requirements for identifying housing sites, including new requirements for streamlining the permitting of projects on sites included in previous Housing Elements that are reused in the updated sites inventory. Specifically, sites identified in prior Housing Element cycles (non-vacant sites included in one previous Housing Element inventory and vacant sites included in two previous Housing Elements) must allow by-right approval requirements if at least 20 percent of the proposed units are affordable to lower-income households. The City’s sites inventory demonstrates that the City has adequate sites to meet its RHNA allocation under existing zoning; therefore, no re-zoning of sites, and no increase in density to the General Plan was required as part of the 6th Housing Element cycle. However, in order to comply with state law, the City’s 6th Housing Element cycle, adopted by the City Council in May 2022, included a program to amend the Unified Development Code (UDC) to specify the by-right approval requirements for those specific sites in accordance with AB 1397, if at least 20 percent of units are affordable to lower-income households. HCD will not certify the Housing Element Update until this program to amend the UDC is implemented. The proposed UDC amendment is described in detail below, under the UDC Amendment section of this agenda report.

Housing Programs

The Housing Element includes a number of programs that implement the goals and policies that assist the City in meeting its housing needs, address state housing law, support affirmatively furthering fair housing, and track and report requirements for housing sites. A number of amendments were made to the housing programs that were originally adopted with the Housing 3 Packet Pg. 51

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Element Update in May of 2022 in response to the comments received from HCD throughout the certification process. The housing program updates includes changes to programs for consistency with state law, to address HCD comments regarding constraints to housing production posed by local controls and processes, as well as converting some existing policies into housing programs.

The following is a summary of the substantive amendments to the implementing programs. The complete list of programs is provided in Section 2.2 of the Amendment to the Housing Element Update.

Zoning Programs

• HP-2.1 - Code Changes for Consistency with State Law - This program has been expanded to address changes in state law as well as to address comments from HCD, where HCD has perceived the City’s local controls and permit processes pose a constraint to housing development. These program revisions include implementation components that may include amendments to the UDC, and would be subject to further consideration by the City Planning Commission and/or City Council at a future date:
• Group Homes: Allow for group homes of seven or more residents as a permitted use in residential zones, as required by state law;
• Objective Design and Development Standards: Establish objective design and development standards for multi-family residential projects; and • Parking: Prepare a parking study to identify any constraint posed by the parking ratio required for multi-family, market-rate development.

• HP-2.2 - Updates to Administrative Procedures - This program has been expanded to ensure City processes follow state law and do not pose a constraint to the development of housing. Similar to the discussion above, these program revisions may require amendments to the UDC, and would require further consideration by the City Planning Commission and/or City Council at a future date:
• Fee Deferral: Defer payment of development fees for residential development until final building inspection as required by state law; • Design Review Process: Amend the requirements for the Design Review process for residential projects to ensure the requirements are objective.

• HP-2.10 - Proactive Outreach Program - This program has been added to the Housing Element to address comments from HCD regarding fair housing to ensure that the City is actively promoting affordable and fair housing programs. This will require outreach on an annual basis to developers, landlords, and tenants, as well as continued coordination with local community-based organizations and the Los Angeles County Development Authority to promote availability of applicable housing programs.

Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing

The Housing Element must analyze fair housing issues in order to affirmatively further fair housing and create programs that remove barriers to housing access for all persons. In response to comments from HCD, amendments were made to the Housing Element Update to prioritize the contributing factors that are limiting or denying fair housing choice or access to opportunity or negatively impact fair housing and establish meaningful actions to address the contributing 3 Packet Pg. 52

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factor. A full assessment of fair housing can be found in Section 4.5 of the Housing Element Update, and Table 34 of the Housing Element Update identifies the contributing factors associated with each priority issue and the programs that address them.

UDC AMENDMENT

Summary

The intent of the proposed code amendment is to comply with state law and, if approved, implement Program HP-1.14 of the Amended Housing Element. The proposed UDC amendment consists of text amendments only; no changes to the City’s General Plan Land Use Map or Zoning Map are proposed.

The proposed code language is attached as Exhibit A of the UDC ordinance and addresses six specific sites (36 parcels) that were identified as suitable sites in the two previous housing element cycles that have yet to develop. Multifamily development on one of these sites shown in the attached sites map proposing at least 20 percent of the proposed units as affordable to lower- income households would be considered a permitted use, subject to objective development standards. It should be noted, that while a use permit (conditional or minor) would not be required, new development proposals would still be subject to the Development Review application process to ensure compliance with the applicable objective development regulations of the UDC and Community Character and Design Guidelines and are required to comply with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). To facilitate these changes, the portions of the UDC that will be affected include Section 17.11.020 (Definitions) to establish a definition for lower-income households in the UDC and amendments to Sections 17.42.010 (Residential Use Types), 17.37.010 (Corridor Plan (CP) Zone), and 17.35.010 (Mixed-Use Corridor (MXC) Zone) as shown in Exhibit A.

Planning Commission Action

At their meeting on February 21, 2023, the Planning Commission conducted a Public Hearing and adopted Resolution P23-02, recommending the City Council: a) find the project is exempt from CEQA under Section 15061(b)(3), the common-sense exemption; and b) approve Master Case 23-006 (Unified Development Code Amendment 23-001). The Planning Commission Resolution and staff report are attached in the City Council Reading File.

ENVIRONMENTAL

The City Council adopted the Final Negative Declaration and Initial Study for the Housing Element Update in May of 2022. The revisions in response to HCD comments do not create any new or more significant impacts and do not require additional mitigation; therefore, no further environmental analysis is required.

The proposed UDC Amendment is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Article 5 Section 15061(b)(3), the common-sense exemption. The activity is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is 3 Packet Pg. 53

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no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Future development under this UDC language would be subject to CEQA regulations in place at the time of application for development. A Notice of Exemption has been prepared for the proposed UDC Amendment.

NOTICING

All noticing requirements for a public hearing have been completed as required by Section

17.06.110 of the Unified Development Code. A one-eighth page advertisement was placed in The Signal newspaper on June 6, 2023.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other actions as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT

Approval of the proposed Unified Development Code Amendments would eliminate the requirement for a use permit (conditional or minor) for qualifying affordable housing projects on those specific parcels (shown in the attached Sites Map) and thus eliminate the collection of a fee for the use permit in these instances. Any new development would still be subject to the Development Review (DR) application process and applicable DR application fees would be collected.

ATTACHMENTS
Public Notice - Housing Element Update
Public Notice - UDC Amendment
Housing Element Update Resolution
UDC Amendment Ordinance
UDC Amendment - Sites Map
UDC Amendment - Notice of Exemption
HCD Comments and Responses (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) City Council Agenda Report - May 10, 2022 (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Resolution 22-21 - May 10, 2022 (available in the City Clerk’s Reading File) Planning Commission Agenda Report - February 21, 2023 (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 302
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Published: The Signal, June 6, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

APPLICATION: Master Case 21-088: General Plan Amendment 21-001 (Housing Element Update)

PROJECT APPLICANT: City of Santa Clarita

PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City of Santa Clarita (City) is requesting amendments to the Housing Element Update, adopted by the City Council on May 10, 2022, in response to comments from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).

The City of Santa Clarita City Council will conduct a public hearing on this matter on the following date:

DATE: Tuesday, June 27, 2023
TIME: At or after 6:00 p.m.

LOCATION: City Hall, Council Chambers
23920 Valencia Blvd., First Floor
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: The City Council adopted the Final Negative Declaration and Initial Study for the Housing Element Update on May 10, 2022. The changes requested by HCD do not create any new or more significant impacts and do not require any additional mitigation.

If you wish to challenge the action taken on this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or written correspondence delivered to the City of Santa Clarita at, or prior to, the public hearings.

For further information regarding this proposal, you may contact the Project Planner, by appointment, at the City of Santa Clarita Permit Center: 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 140, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Telephone: (661) 255-4330. Website: www.santa-clarita.com/planning. Send written correspondence via e-mail to [email protected], or by US mail to: City of Santa Clarita Planning Division, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 302, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Project Planner: Erika Iverson, Senior Planner.

Mary Cusick, City Clerk

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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 302
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Published: The Signal, June 6, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

APPLICATION: Master Case 23-006: Unified Development Code Amendment 23-001

PROJECT APPLICANT: City of Santa Clarita

PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The City of Santa Clarita (City) is requesting amendments to the City’s Unified Development Code (UDC) in order to implement one of the Programs identified in the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element to comply with state law. The proposed UDC amendments would specify the by- right approval requirements for specific sites that have been listed as suitable sites for affordable housing development in previous Housing Elements, if at least 20 percent of units are affordable to lower income households. The proposed UDC amendments would not change the City’s General Plan Land Use Map or Zoning Map.

The City of Santa Clarita City Council will conduct a public hearing on this matter on the following date:

DATE: Tuesday, June 27, 2023
TIME: At or after 6:00 p.m.

LOCATION: City Hall, Council Chambers
23920 Valencia Blvd., First Floor
Santa Clarita, CA 91355

PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: On February 21, 2023, the Planning Commission adopted a resolution, by a 4-1 vote, recommending the City Council find the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and approve Master Case 23-006 (Unified Development Code Amendment 23-001).

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: A Notice of Exemption was prepared for the proposed project. The project is exempt from the CEQA under Article 5 Section 15061(b)(3), the common-sense exemption. The activity is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA.

For further information regarding this proposal, you may contact the Project Planner, by appointment, at the City of Santa Clarita Permit Center: 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 140, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Telephone:
(661) 255-4330. Website: www.santa-clarita.com/planning. Send written correspondence via e-mail to [email protected], or by US mail to: City of Santa Clarita Planning Division, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 302, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. Project Planner: Erika Iverson, Senior Planner.

Mary Cusick, City Clerk

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO MASTER CASE 21-088 (GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 21-001), AMENDING THE HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA’S GENERAL PLAN

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. FINDINGS OF FACT. The City Council does hereby make the following findings of fact:
a. Following a public hearing held on May 10, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 22-21, which adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update. b. The proposed project is identified as Maser Case 21-088 (project), consisting of General Plan Amendment 21-001, which includes amendments to the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update of the City’s General Plan to ensure consistency with all State of California requirements.
c. On May 11, 2022, the adopted Housing Element Update was submitted to California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for its 60-day review. d. On July 7, 2022, a comment letter from HCD on their review of the adopted 2021- 2029 Housing Element was received by staff. Revisions to the 2021-2029 Housing Element have been made pursuant to HCD’s comments and the document has been updated to comply with State Housing Element Law.
e. On December 9, 2022, a draft of the amendment to the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update was released, emailed to interested parties, and made available on the City’s website.
f. On December 16, 2022, the draft amendment to 2021-2029 Housing Element Update was submitted to HCD for its 60-day review.
g. On February 14, 2023, a comment letter from HCD on their review of the draft amendment to the 2021-2029 Housing Element was received by staff. Further revisions to the 2021-2029 Housing Element have been made pursuant to HCD’s comments and the document has been updated to comply with State Housing Element Law.
h. The City Council acknowledges that comments on the adopted Housing Element provided by HCD will be considered and incorporated as appropriate prior to adoption of the Amendment to the 2021-2029 Housing Element by City Council, in compliance with state law.

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i. The City Council held a duly-noticed public hearing on June 27, 2023, in accordance with the City’s noticing requirements. The public hearing for the Amendment to the Housing Element Update was advertised in The Signal newspaper on June 6, 2023.

The public hearing was held at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, at 6:00 p.m.
j. At the public hearing held on June 27, 2023, the City Council received City staff’s presentation summarizing the proposed project, conducted the public hearing, and received public testimony regarding the project.
k. Based upon the staff presentation, staff report, and public comments and testimony, the City Council finds that the project will not adversely affect the health, peace, comfort, or welfare of persons residing in the area; nor will the project jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety, or general welfare.
l. The location of the documents and other materials that constitute the record of proceedings upon which the decision of the City Council is based for the Master Case 21-088 project file is with the Community Development Department; the record specifically is in the custody of the Director of Community Development.

SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT FINDINGS. Based upon the foregoing facts and findings, the City Council hereby find as follows:

a. An Initial Study and a Negative Declaration for the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update were previously adopted by Resolution No. 22-21.

b. The proposed amendments to the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update do not result in significant, substantive amendments that would result in the need for additional CEQA analysis.

c. The documents and other material which constitute the record of proceedings upon which the decision of the City Council is made is the Master Case 21-088 project file, located within the Community Development Department and is in the custody of the Director of Community Development.

d. The City Council, based upon the findings set forth above, hereby finds that the project is consistent with the Negative Declaration prepared for this project, adopted by Resolution No. 22-21.

SECTION 3. GENERAL FINDINGS FOR MASTER CASE 21-088. Based on the foregoing facts and findings for Master Case 21-088, the City Council hereby finds as follows:

a. The proposal is consistent with the General Plan.

The project is consistent with the General Plan’s objectives, policies, and procedures. The proposed amendment to the Housing Element of the City’s General Plan ensures

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consistency with all requirements of the State of California Government Code. The amendment to the Housing Element would not result in amendments to any other elements of the General Plan.

b. The proposal is allowed within the applicable underlying zone and complies with all other applicable provisions of this code.

The proposed amendment to the Housing Element would not result in any General Plan land use changes or zoning changes. No changes to the land use map or zoning map were necessary to accommodate the City’s RHNA allocation. Future residential development is expected to occur in those areas already identified for residential uses.

c. The proposal will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare, or be materially detrimental or injurious to the improvements, persons, property, or uses in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located.

Nothing contained in the proposed amendment would endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public. The proposed amendment to the Housing Element consists of updates as required by state law and would not be materially detrimental or injurious to the improvements, persons, property, or uses in the vicinity.

d. The proposal is physically suitable for the site. The factors related to the proposal’s physical suitability for the site shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. The design, location, shape, size, and operating characteristics are suitable for the proposed use.

2. The highways or streets that provide access to the site are of sufficient width and are improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such proposal would generate.

3. Public protection service (e.g., Fire protection, Sheriff protection, etc.) are readily available.

4. The provision of utilities (e.g. potable water, schools, solid waste collection and disposal, storm drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc.) is adequate to serve the site.

The proposal is physically suitable for the site in terms of location, shape, size, and operating characteristics. The proposed amendment to the Housing Element consists of updates as required by state law. No changes to the land use map or zoning map were necessary to accommodate the City’s RHNA allocation. Future residential development is expected to occur in those areas already identified for residential uses. Furthermore, the City conducted outreach with public protection service and utility providers as a part of the Project and incorporated comments received in the Housing Element Updates.

Nothing in the proposed amendment would increase the need for fire or police protection services, or increase demand for utilities.

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SECTION 4. FINDINGS FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 21-001. Based on the above findings of fact and recitals and the entire record, including, without limitation, oral and written testimony and other evidence received at the public hearings, reports and other transmittals from City staff to the City Council, and upon studies and investigations made by the City Council, the City Council finds as follows:

a. The proposed General Plan amendment meets all of the findings per Section 17.06.130 (Findings and Decision).

The proposed General Plan amendment meets all of the findings per Section 17.06.130, as summarized in Section 3, above.

b. Properties which benefit from increased density or intensity of development resulting from the General Plan amendment shall fully mitigate their increased sewer impact at the time that development occurs on the properties.

The proposed amendment to the Housing Element consists of updates as required by state law. No changes to the land use map or zoning map were necessary to accommodate the City’s RHNA allocation. Future residential development is expected to occur in those areas already identified for residential uses.

c. In addition, the City Council shall make at least one of the following findings:

1. The proposed General Plan amendment is consistent with other elements of the City’s General Plan pursuant to Government Code Section 65300.5.

2. The proposed General Plan amendment, if applicable, responds to changes in state and/or federal law pursuant to Government Code Section 65300.9.

3. The proposed General Plan amendment has been referred to the County of Los Angeles and any adjacent cities abutting or affected by the proposed action, the Local Agency Formation Commission, and any federal agency whose operations or lands may be affected by the proposed decision pursuant to Government Code Section 65352.

The proposed General Plan amendment consisting of updates to the Housing Element include revisions to ensure consistency with all requirements of the State of California Government Code. The amendments to the Housing Element are consistent with the other elements of the City’s General Plan. As a part of the outreach for the General Plan amendment and the CEQA process, the proposed amendments were referred to the applicable county, state, and federal agencies. Input received, if any, was incorporated into the applicable documents.

d. Additional findings for the Housing Element Update include the following:

1. The proposed amendments to the Housing Element are consistent with Government Code Section 65583, which states that a Housing Element is a mandatory element of the General Plan and shall consist of an identification and analysis of existing and projected housing needs and a statement of goals, policies, quantified objectives,

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financial resources, and a schedule of programs for the preservation, improvement, and development of housing.

2. The proposed General Plan amendment is necessary to update the Housing Element in order to reflect the adequate sites for housing, including rental housing, factory- built housing, and mobile homes, and shall make adequate provisions for the existing and projected needs of all economic segments of the community.

3. The Housing Element describes existing and projected housing inventories and opportunities for additional housing within the planning area.

4. The Housing Element determines the extent of housing needs in the community and planning area.

5. The Housing Element describes methods for solving housing deficiencies and providing the City and its planning area with sufficient housing at all income levels.

6. The information which is the subject of this General Plan amendment is consistent with all other provisions of the Housing Element.

SECTION 5. The City Manager is authorized to make clerical corrections; minor technical changes; and other non-substantive edits to the Housing Element, in a form approved by the City Attorney, to ensure the Housing Element receives final certification from the State of California. Unless substantive changes are required, no additional City Council action is required to ratify such changes.

SECTION 6. The City Council hereby finds no further analysis under CEQA is required and approves the Amendment to Master Case 21-088, consisting of General Plan Amendment 21-001, adopting the Negative Declaration prepared for the project and allowing for the amendment of the Housing Element, as shown in the Housing Element Update (Exhibit A).

SECTION 7. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and certify this record to be a full, complete, and correct copy of the action taken.

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June, 2023.

MAYOR
ATTEST:

CITY CLERK

DATE:________________________

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

CITY CLERK

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EXHIBIT A

AMENDMENT TO THE 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE (HEARING DRAFT)

INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

DOCUMENT CAN BE FOUND AT
https://www.santa-clarita.com/housingelement

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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA,

CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE

PLANNING PERIORDS, AMENDING THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AS SHOWN

IN EXHIBIT A

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. FINDINGS OF FACT. The City Council does hereby make the following findings of fact:

A. Assembly Bill (AB) 1397 went into effect January 1, 2018, and amended the Housing Element Law (state law), specifically Government Code sections 65580, 65583, and 65583.2; and

B. AB 1397 added new requirements for streamlining the permitting of affordable housing projects with at least 20 percent of units allocated for lower-income households on sites included in previous Housing Elements that are reused in the updated sites inventory; and

C. On May 10, 2022, the City Council adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element; and

D. The adopted 2021-2029 Housing Element included Program HP-1.13 in order to comply with state law, which would amend the Unified Development Code (UDC) to specify the by-right approval requirements for those specific [sites that have been listed as suitable sites for affordable housing development in previous Housing Elements, if at least 20 percent of units are affordable to lower-income households]; consistent with AB 1397; and

E. The proposed amendments are incorporated by reference as Exhibit A; and

F. The proposed amendments implement Program HP-1.13 of the 2021-2029 Housing Element; and

G. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on this issue commencing on February 21, 2023, at, or after, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, California; and

H. At the hearing described above, the Planning Commission considered a staff presentation, the staff report, and public testimony on the proposed amendments, and in a 4-1 vote, recommended the City Council approve Master Case 23-006, Unified Development Code Amendment 23-001; and

I. The project was duly noticed in accordance with the public hearing noticing requirements

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of the UDC, and a one-eighth page advertisement was placed in The Signal Newspaper on June 6, 2023; and

J. The City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on this issue commencing on June 27, 2023, at, or after, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, California; and

K. At the hearing described above, the City Council considered a staff presentation, the staff report, and public testimony on the proposed amendments, and introduced and passed the ordinance to a second reading on July 11, 2023.

SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT FINDINGS. Based upon the foregoing facts and findings, the City Council hereby finds as follows:

A. A Notice of Exemption for this project was prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and

B. The project is exempt from CEQA under Article 5 Section 15061(b)(3), the common- sense exemption. The activity is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment.

Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA; and

C. The documents and other material which constitute the record of proceedings upon which the decision of the Planning Commission is made is the Master Case 23-006 project file located within the Community Development Department and is in the custody of the Director of Community Development; and

D. Based upon the findings set forth above, the City Council hereby finds the Notice of Exemption for this project has been prepared in compliance with CEQA.

SECTION 3. GENERAL FINDINGS FOR MASTER CASE 23-006. Based on the foregoing facts and findings for Master Case 23-006, the City Council hereby finds as follows:

A. The proposal is consistent with the General Plan;

The amendments are consistent with the General Plan 2021-2029 Housing Element adopted by the City Council in May 2022. Specifically, the amendments are consistent with Housing Element Goal H1, and will implement Housing Element Program HP-1.13 to ensure the City’s compliance with Government Code § 65583:

Goal H1: Identify and maintain adequate sites to accommodate the City’s regional housing need through the planning period.

Program HP-1.13: Sites Identified in Multiple Planning Periods.

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Government Code § 65583 requires analysis and justification of the sites included in the sites inventory of the City’s Housing Element. The Housing Element may only count non-vacant sites included in one previous Housing Element inventory and vacant sites included in two previous Housing Elements if the sites are subject to a program that allows affordable housing by right. The Unified Development Code will be amended for housing sites used for multiple Housing Elements and allow by-right approval requirements if at least 20 percent of units are affordable to lower income households to ensure compliance with Government Code § 65583.

B. The proposal is allowed within the applicable underlying zone and complies with all other applicable provisions of this code;

The amendments comply with the provisions of the UDC. The proposed amendments would not change the General Plan land use or Zoning designation for any properties. No changes to the development densities or development regulations are proposed.

C. The proposal will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare, or be materially detrimental or injurious to the improvements, persons, property, or uses in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located; and

Nothing contained in the proposed amendments would endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public. The proposed amendments consist of updates to the UDC that are intended to implement the programs outlined in the 2021-2029 Housing Element and maintain compliance with recent updates to Housing Element laws.

D. The proposal is physically suitable for the site. The factors related to the proposal’s physical suitability for the site shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. The design, location, shape, size, and operating characteristics are suitable for the proposed use;

2. The highways or streets that provide access to the site are of sufficient width and are improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such proposal would generate;

3. Public protection service (e.g., Fire protection, Sheriff protection, etc.) are readily available;

4. The provision of utilities (e.g. potable water, schools, solid waste collection and disposal, storm drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc.) is adequate to serve the site.

The proposal is physically suitable for the site in terms of location, shape, size, and operating characteristics. The amendments specify by-right approval requirements for

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certain affordable housing projects on specific sites (those non-vacant sites included in one previous Housing Element sites inventory, and those vacant sites included in two previous Housing Elements) as mandated by state law. No development is proposed or would be approved by the amendments, and any future development that may occur under the revised amendments would require separate development permit reviews at the time the projects are submitted. The City currently receives adequate service from the Los Angeles County Fire Department and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The project area is likewise served by all applicable utilities. Nothing in the proposed amendments would increase the need for fire or sheriff protection services, or increase demand for utilities.

SECTION 4. ADDITIONAL FINDINGS FOR UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 21-003. Based upon the foregoing facts and findings for UDC 21-003, the City Council hereby find as follows:

A. The amendment is consistent with the adjacent area, if applicable;

The proposed amendments would apply to properties across the City and are consistent with the existing General Plan Land Use and Zoning designation. No changes to the General Plan Land Use Map or Zoning Map are proposed.

B. The amendment is consistent with the principles of the General Plan;

Goal H1: Identify and maintain adequate sites to accommodate the City’s regional housing need through the planning period.

Program HP-1.13: Sites Identified in Multiple Planning Periods.

C. Approval of the amendment will be in the interest of public health, convenience, safety,

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and general welfare and in conformity with good zoning practice;

The amendments support the public health, convenience, safety, and general welfare of the community, and is in conformity with good zoning practice because the proposed amendments would implement one of the General Plan Housing Element Programs to ensure compliance with state law.

D. The amendment is consistent with other applicable provisions of this code; and

The amendments are consistent with the UDC and would not change the General Plan Land Use Map or Zoning Map, and would not alter the development densities or development regulations of the code.

E. Is necessary to implement the General Plan and/or that the public convenience, the general welfare or good zoning practice justifies such action.

The amendments are necessary in order to implement the General Plan, more specifically, to implement the General Plan’s 2021-2029 Housing Element in compliance with state law.

SECTION 5. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, as follows:

Adopt Ordinance 23-__, approving Master Case 23-006, consisting of Unified Development Code Amendment 23-001, amending the Unified Development Code to establish regulations for sites identified in multiple planning periods, as shown in Exhibit A.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 11th day of July, 2023.

_____________________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:

_________________________________________

CITY CLERK

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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 Ordinance No. 23- was regularly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 27th day of June 2023. That thereafter, said ordinance was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the __th day of ______ 2023, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

AND I FURTHER CERTIFY that the foregoing is the original of Ordinance No. 23- and was published in The Signal newspaper in accordance with State Law (G.C. 40806).

______________________________

CITY CLERK

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EXHIBIT A

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PROPOSED AMENDMENTS – REDLINE/STRIKETHROUGH
Note that new proposed language is shown in blue underline.

Amendments to Definitions

The Unified Development Code (UDC) is amended at Section 17.11.020 (Definitions) to add a definition for lower-income households in its alphabetic location, to read as follows:

"Lower-income households” means persons and families whose income does not exceed the qualifying limits for lower-income families as established and amended from time to time pursuant to Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937, and includes very-low income households and extremely-low income households, as defined in Section 50079.5 of the California Health and Safety Code, and as may be later amended.

Amendments to Mixed Use Corridor (MXC) Zone

17.35.010 (Mixed Use Corridor (MXC) Zone)

A. Development Standards. Property in the MXC zone shall be subject to the following general development standards:

1. Maximum density (units per gross acre) 30

2. Minimum density (units per gross acre)1 11

3. Maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of nonresidential component 1.0

4. Minimum floor area ratio (FAR) of nonresidential component1 0.25

5. Building setback from public right-of-way (major or secondary highway) (in feet) 5

6. Building setback from public right-of-way (not on a major or secondary highway) (in feet) 0

7. Surface-level parking setback from major/secondary highway (in feet) 10/5

8. Structure setback from neighboring residential zones or uses (in feet)2 25

9. Maximum height of building/structure without a CUP (in feet) 50 Notes:

1. Floor area ratios and densities less than the minimum required shall be subject to a minor use permit, except that a multifamily project that includes at least 20% of total project units as affordable to lower- income households shall be permitted without need for use permit on any of the following parcels: 2811- 002-069 and 2836-011-018.

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Amendments to Residential Use Types

17.42.010 (Residential Use Types)

4. Dwelling
c. Multifamily—includes a building designed and intended for occupancy by three (3) or more families living independently of each other, each in a separate dwelling unit, which may be owned individually or by a single landlord. Includes apartments, townhomes, row houses, triplexes, and fourplexes. Accessible parking stalls shall be required in accordance with the Building Code.

NU1 NU2 NU3 NU4 NU5 UR1 UR2 UR3 UR4 UR5 CR CC CN BP I
X X X X X X X P P P M* C C X X
*Notwithstanding the above, a multifamily project that includes at least 20% of total project units as affordable to lower-income households shall be permitted without need for use permit on any of the following parcels: 2861-058-072, 2861-058-073, 2861-058-074, 2861-058-075, 2861-058-076, 2861-058-077, 2861-058-079, 2861-058-080, 2861-058-081, 2861-058-082, 2861-058-083, 2861- 058-084, 2861-058-085, and 2861-058-071.

Amendments to Corridor Plan (CP) Zone

17.37.010 (Corridor Plan (CP) Zone)

The corridor plan (CP) zoning designation identifies lands in the planning area that are governed by an adopted corridor plan. Specific allowable uses, maximum intensity standards, and development standards shall be determined by the adopted corridor plan.

For any properties rezoned CP prior to the final adoption of a corridor plan, development of such properties shall be governed by the underlying General Plan land use designation and the corresponding zone’s development standards.

Notwithstanding the above, a multifamily project that includes at least 20% of total project units as affordable to lower-income households shall be permitted without need for use permit on any of the following parcels: 2844-001-046, 2844-001-033, 2830-001-214, 2830-001-208, 2830-001- 051, 2830-001-043, 2830-001-042, 2830-001-027, 2830-001-215, 2830-001-036, 2830-001-015, 2830-001-029, 2803-032-001, 2803-032-026, 2803-032-034, 2803-032-035, 2803-032-042, 2803-032-043, 2825-015-015, and 2844-001-072.

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NOTICE OF EXEMPTION

TO: FROM:
[X] Los Angeles County Clerk City of Santa Clarita
Business Filings and Registration Community Development P.O. Box 1208 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite #302
Norwalk, CA 90650 Santa Clarita, CA 91355

[ ] Office of Planning and Research
1400 Tenth Street, Room 121
Sacramento, CA 95814

DATE: June 27, 2023

PROJECT NAME: Unified Development Code Amendments
(Master Case 23-006)

PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This project consists of amendments to various sections to Title 17 of the City of Santa Clarita’s Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Unified Development Code (UDC)

PROJECT APPLICANT: City of Santa Clarita Department of Community Development (Contact: Erika Iverson, (661) 255-4962)

This is to advise that the [ ] Director of Public Works [ ] Planning Commission [X] City Council of the City of Santa Clarita has approved the above project on June 27, 2023. Review of the project by the Department of Community Development found that the project is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act.

EXEMPT STATUS: The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Article 5 Section 15061(b)(3), the commo n-sense exemption. The activity is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activi ty in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA.

Person or agency carrying out the project: City of Santa Clarita

This is to certify that the Notice of Exemption with comments/responses and record of project approval is available for public review at:

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite #302
Santa Clarita, California 91355
(661) 255-4330

Contact Person/Title: Erika Iverson, Associate Planner

Signature:

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Agenda Item: 4

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

UNFINISHED BUSINESS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: June 27, 2023
SUBJECT: FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET AND

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office
PRESENTER: Carmen Magana

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council and City Council acting as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Clarita:

1. Adopt resolution adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24, making appropriations for the amounts budgeted and establishing policies for the administration of the adopted Annual Budget.

2. Adopt resolution adopting the 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program.

3. Adopt resolution approving and adopting the annual appropriations limit for the Fiscal Year 2023-24.

4. Adopt resolution electing to receive all or a portion of the tax revenues pursuant to the Health and Safety code (Community Development Law).

5. Adopt resolution amending the City's Classification Plan and Salary Schedule, providing for compensation of the employees of the City, and amending the City's Benefit Program.

6. Adopt resolution adopting an amendment to the Conflict of Interest code.

BACKGROUND

The Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget process is a six-month effort that began in January. In addition to staff preparation, the City Council Budget Committee, which is comprised of Mayor Gibbs and Mayor Pro Tem Smyth, reviews the proposed budget with the City Manager so that the City Manager can make a final recommendation to the entire City Council. 4 Packet Pg. 75

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During the budget process, information about the City Budget is provided during multiple, noticed, public meetings, allowing for public comment. The meetings held during this year’s process are listed below:

1. City Council Budget Subcommittee Meeting: January 30, 2023

2. Joint Budget Study Session: February 7, 2023

3. City Council Budget Subcommittee Meeting: April 26, 2023

4. Joint Budget Study Session: May 2, 2023

5. Planning Commission Meeting: June 6, 2023

6. City Council Meeting - Public Hearing: June 13, 2023

The proposed draft budget was distributed on May 26, 2023, to the City Council. On June 6, 2023, during the Planning Commission meeting, the Planning Commission made a finding by minute action that the Draft Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City’s General Plan. Further, at the June 13, 2023, City Council meeting, a public hearing was conducted, and the draft budget was presented.

Total Appropriations

The Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget totals $322 million. This includes funding for the Capital Improvement Program, the Redevelopment Successor Agency, operations and maintenance, personnel, and debt services. When compared to the current year’s adopted budget, the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget represents a 7.5 percent increase, equivalent to $23 million.

Projected Revenues

A significant part of the budget process is estimating revenues for the upcoming fiscal year. This process is critical, as appropriations are based on these projections. Several factors are considered to ensure accuracy in our projections, including the state of the economy, historical trends, population projections/growth, and inflation. With this information, the City can best determine the revenue available for allocation.

For Fiscal Year 2023-24, total revenue meets total expenditure appropriations. Additionally, for certain one-time capital projects, the fund balance is appropriated.

General Fund Revenues

The City’s largest fund is the General Fund, representing $141.3 million in total revenue. Sales tax is typically the City’s leading General Fund revenue source and is projected to increase 5 percent, from the current adopted budget, to $48.3 million.

General Fund Expenditures

Fiscal Year 2023-24 General Fund expenditures total $141 million. General Fund expenditures for Fiscal Year 2023-24 include funding for operating departments, debt services, contingency, and transfers to other funds.
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General Fund Operating Reserve

Reserves are a critical component of the budget because this is a funding source that can be counted on in case of an emergency or unforeseen opportunity. The operating reserve will remain at 20 percent of operating expenditures. For Fiscal Year 2023-24, the City’s operating reserve will total $21.3 million.

Capital Improvement Program

The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a key component of the budget and is of vital importance to the community as a whole as it includes prioritized projects such as parks, buildings, paseos, trails, and street enhancements that improve the quality of life for residents in our community. Comprised of a variety of multi-year and multi-funded capital projects, the CIP for Fiscal Year 2023-24 totals $90 million.

Resolutions

The City Council is being asked to adopt six separate resolutions. Each of the resolutions authorizes the City’s budget plan for general operations, CIP, and all personnel matters.

Summaries of the resolutions are listed below:

The first resolution adopts the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24, makes appropriations for the amount budgeted and establishes policies for the administration of the budget. The first resolution includes the annual contracts list for Fiscal Year 2023-24, along with year-end adjustments to the budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23.

The second resolution adopts the Capital Improvement Program.

The third resolution adopts the Annual Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2023-24.

The fourth resolution allows the City to elect to receive all, or a portion of, the tax revenues pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 33676 and 33607.5 (Community Redevelopment Law) and is required in order for the Redevelopment Successor Agency to receive property taxes in amounts equal to that which would have been received under the former Redevelopment Agency.

The fifth resolution provides for the compensation of City employees and amends the Position Classification Plan. Included within this resolution is a 4 percent Cost of Living Adjustment for all unrepresented regular, SEIU-represented regular, and part-time, temporary, and seasonal employees.

The sixth resolution adopts an amendment to the Conflict of Interest Code.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

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Redevelopment Agency.

FISCAL IMPACT

The Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget totals $322 million, including $90 million for the Capital Improvement Program. The proposed budget is balanced.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Resolution - Annual Budget and Contract Worksheet

2. Resolution - CIP

3. Resolution - Appropriations Limit

4. Resolution - Tax Revenues

5. Resolution - Classification Plan and Salary Schedule

6. Resolution - Conflict of Interest
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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024,

MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE AMOUNTS BUDGETED, AND ESTABLISHING

POLICIES FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE ADOPTED ANNUAL BUDGET

WHEREAS, a proposed Annual Budget for the City of Santa Clarita for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, was submitted by the City Manager to the City Council and is on file with the City Clerk; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has held a Public Hearing on the proposed budget on June 13, 2023.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The budget, on file with the City Clerk and incorporated herein by reference, is hereby passed and adopted as the Annual Budget for the City of Santa Clarita for Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024.

SECTION 2. There is hereby appropriated to each account the sum shown for such account in the budget referenced herein above in Section 1. The appropriations provided for herein constitute the maximum amounts authorized for obligation and expenditure to finance the operations of the City of Santa Clarita, and the City Manager is authorized and empowered to expend such appropriations for said purpose. Additional appropriations shall be made only by official action of the City Council.

SECTION 3. The positions as they appear in the budget referenced herein above in Section 1 are authorized and approved for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024.

SECTION 4. All obligations and expenditures shall be incurred and made in the manner provided by and pursuant to State law and City ordinances, resolutions, and policies relative to purchasing and contract.

SECTION 5. Each and every fund listed in the budget referenced herein above in Section 1 is hereby created, continued, established and/or re-established, as the case may be, and each fund shall constitute a distinct accounting entity.

SECTION 6. This annual budget resolution shall apply to all funds except bond funds, grant funds, trust and agency funds, and capital funds. Legislative action by the City Council to issue bond funds, accept grants, and/or authorize capital projects shall be considered as authority to expend funds for those purposes, subject to the requirements, restrictions, and provisions of the State law and the Santa Clarita Municipal Code relative to purchasing and contracting, and no further appropriation authority will be necessary.

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SECTION 7. Transfers of amounts herein appropriated within departments, between departments, and within the various funds created shall require the approval of the City Manager or his designee, provided the total appropriations for each fund is not exceeded.

SECTION 8. The transfer of any amount of one fund to another fund and/or the appropriation of funds from Reserves and Fund Balance shall only be made pursuant to this budget resolution or subsequent official action of the City Council. When made by the City Council, such transfers and/or appropriations shall be considered amendments to the budget referenced herein above in Section 1.

SECTION 9. The City Manager may approve any unused appropriations at the end of Fiscal Year 2022-2023 for capital projects, special projects, and grant programs which shall be carried forward and become part of the budget referenced herein above in Section 1.

SECTION 10. All purchase order commitments outstanding on June 30, 2023, are hereby continued and will become a part of the budget referenced herein above in Section 1.

SECTION 11. The annual contracts detailed in Exhibit A are hereby approved and authorized for the Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024.

SECTION 12. The adopted budget for the Fiscal Year, commencing July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023, shall be amended to incorporate the budget adjustments detailed in Exhibit B.

SECTION 13. Adopt a comprehensive set of fiscal policies as incorporated in the budget referenced herein above in Section 1.

SECTION 14. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

MAYOR

ATTEST:

CITY CLERK

DATE:

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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. 23- __ was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27th day of June 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

CITY CLERK

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Revenue:

Fund Fund Title Account Account Title Amount Description 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 400106 PROPERTY TAX IN LIEU VLF 185,090$ ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 401001 SALES & USE TAX 500,000 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 401107 REAL PROPERTY TRANSFER TAX (300,000) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 401202 FRANCHISE FEES-WASTE HAUL 298,000 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 411107 B&S PLAN REVIEW 450,000 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 420101 PARKING CITATIONS 150,000 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 421109 DFY/OPIOIDS SETTLEMENT 75,509 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 431109 SC GREAT AMERICAN CAMP OUT (4,000) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 440101 ST. MOTOR VEHICLE IN-LIEU (20,254) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 453114 GRADING - PLAN REVIEW 122,916 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 456609 DAY CAMP (110,000) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 456611 SPONSORSHIP REVENUE 125,000 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 100 GENERAL FUND 100 - 462125 SA LOAN REPAYMENT (638,585) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 203 CDBG 203 - 455201 PROGRAM REVENUE 115,300 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 203 CDBG 203 - 455202 CDBG - HUD (781,104) ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 206 BJA LAW ENFORCEMENT GRANT 206 - 446122 JUSTICE ASST GRANT 21 2,080 ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 207 HOME ENTITLEMENTS 207 - 455203 HOME PROGRAM (583,103) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 228 AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT 228 - 462101 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES (932,636) ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 229 MISCELLANEOUS FEDERAL GRANTS 229 - 442409 MISC FEDERAL GRANTS (249,633) ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 230 GAS TAX 230 - 441103 2107 GAS TAX (285,786) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 230 GAS TAX 230 - 441104 2105 GAS TAX (44,784) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 230 GAS TAX 230 - 441107 7360 GAS TAX (122,090) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 233 TDA (ART 8) STREET & ROAD 233 - 442102 TDA ARTICLE 8 (STREETS) 250,508 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 259 MISCELLANEOUS GRANTS 259 - 447104 STATE RECYCLING GRANTS (43,551) ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 259 MISCELLANEOUS GRANTS 259 - 447108 CAL RECYCLE RMDZ GRANT 916 ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 259 MISCELLANEOUS GRANTS 259 - 462101 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES (325,824) ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 265 PROPOSITION C GRANTS 265 - 442208 PROPOSITION C GRANTS (938,874) ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 268 MEASURE M ATP 268 - 442614 MEASURE M ATP (297,582) ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 270 MEASURE R HWY OPS 270 - 442605 MEASURE R HWY OPS IMP (20,065,000) ADJUST GRANT REVENUE 272 MEASURE H 272 - 462101 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES 234,974 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 300 BOUQUET CANYON B&T 300 - 430601 INTEREST INC- B&T ADVANCE-BQT 20,439 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 302 VIA PRINCESSA B&T 302 - 430602 INTEREST INC-B&T ADVANCE-VP 30,813 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 303 VALENCIA B&T 303 - 430605 INTEREST INC- B&T ADVANCE-VAL 165,004 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 306 DEVELOPER FEE FUND 306 - 457501 DEVELOPER FEES 1,341,810 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 306 DEVELOPER FEE FUND 306 - 457504 DEV FEES-LAW ENFORCE IMP 91,326 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 306 DEVELOPER FEE FUND 306 - 457505 DEV-FIRE DISTRICT FEES 997,552 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 306 DEVELOPER FEE FUND 306 - 462101 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUES 40,000 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 309 PUBLIC LIBRARY FUND 309 - 462121 LIBRARY GRANTS 31,355 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 356 STORMWATER UTILITY FUND 356 - 402301 STORMWATER UTILITY USER FEE 1,000,000 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 369 COOPER ST PRKG CFD2020-1 369 - 402411 COOPER ST PARKING CFD2020-1 128,522 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 392 REDEVELOPMENT OBLIGATION RETIREMENT FUND392 - 400107 PROPERTY TAX INCREMENT 806,824 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 393 REDEVELOPMENT OBLIGATION RETIREMENT FUND393 - 462125 SA LOAN REPAYMENT (159,646) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 700 TRANSIT FUND 700 - 442207 PROP C MOSIP (116,136) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 700 TRANSIT FUND 700 - 442409 MISC FEDERAL GRANTS (183,865) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 700 TRANSIT FUND 700 - 450104 COMMUTER FAREBOX REVENUE (215,241) ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET 700 TRANSIT FUND 700 - 462110 ENERGY REBATES 635,180 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET VARIOUS VARIOUS TRANSFER IN 22,566,746 ADJUST REVENUE BUDGET TOTAL REVENUE ADJUSTMENTS 3,948,170$

EXHIBIT B
City of Santa Clarita
Budget Adjustments
Fiscal Year 2022-2023

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Fund Division Title Account Account Title Amount Description 100 MARATHON 1003604 - 511101 SPECIAL SUPPLIES (60,800) ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 100 MARATHON 1003604 - 512103 EQUIPMENT RENTAL (31,000) ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 100 MARATHON 1003604 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES (31,609) ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 100 MARATHON 1003604 - 516102 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (44,235) ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 100 HUMAN RESOURCES 1008100 - 519103 EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT 35,090 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 120 ICE & ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 1205120 - 513102 GAS UTILITY 30,773 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 120 ICE & ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 1205120 - 513106 WATER UTILITY 4,711 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 120 ICE & ENTERTAINMENT CENTER 1205120 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 88,000 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 230 STREET MAINTENANCE 2304504 - 520103 AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT 38,196 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 356 STORMWATER MAINTENANCE 3567220 - 520103 AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT (38,196) ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 271 MEASURE W ADMIN 2717208 - 516102 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 3,000 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 300 BOUQUET CYN B&T 3004403 - 530102 INTEREST EXPENSE 36,898 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 301 EASTSIDE B&T 3014404 - 530102 INTEREST EXPENSE 236,829 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 302 VIA PRINCESSA B&T 3024405 - 530102 INTEREST EXPENSE 22,217 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 303 VALENCIA B&T 3034406 - 530102 INTEREST EXPENSE 12,449 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 306 FIRE STATION REIMBURSEMENT 3066201 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 1,583,347 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 309 PUBLIC LIBRARY ADMIN 3098200 - 511101 SPECIAL SUPPLIES 31,355 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 268 INDUSTRIAL CENTER BICYCLE&PEDESTRIALC1017268 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES (325,082) ADJUST PROJECT FUNDING 700 INDUSTRIAL CENTER BICYCLE&PEDESTRIALC1017700 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 325,082 ADJUST PROJECT FUNDING 203 SHELTER PROJECT F1024203 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES (666,848) ADJUST PROJECT FUNDING 306 SCV SHERIFF'S STATION F3023306 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 150,426 ADJUST PROJECT FUNDING 723 SCV SHERIFF'S STATION F3023723 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES (150,426) ADJUST PROJECT FUNDING 264 22-23 OVERLAY & SLURRY SEAL M0149264 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 285,659 ADJUST PROJECT FUNDING 267 22-23 OVERLAY & SLURRY SEAL M0149267 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES (285,659) ADJUST PROJECT FUNDING 259 VISTA CYN METROLINK T3020259 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 6,312 ADJUST PROJECT FUNDING 270 VISTA CYN METROLINK T3020270 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES (6,312) ADJUST PROJECT FUNDING 368 VISTA CYN WATER FACTORY 3687413 - 516101 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 31,000 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 100-723 PERSONNEL ACCOUNTS VARIOUS VARIOUS 209,835 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 100-723 VARIOUS VARIOUS TRANSFER OUT 22,566,746 ADJUST EXPENDITURE BUDGET 24,057,758$
Budget Adjustments
Fiscal Year 2022-2023

TOTAL EXPENDITURE ADJUSTMENTS

EXHIBIT B
City of Santa Clarita

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE
2023-2024 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

WHEREAS, a proposed Capital Improvement Program for the City of Santa Clarita was submitted to the City Council and is on file in the City Clerk's Office; and

WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clarita's Planning Commission on June 6, 2023, determined that the proposed Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City's General Plan; and

WHEREAS, procedures for adoption of the Capital Improvement Program have been duly taken.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The Capital Improvement Program presented to the City Council on June 13, 2023, is adopted subject to the incorporation of the City Council's comments, as the Capital Improvement Program for the City of Santa Clarita.

SECTION 2. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and certify this record to be a full true, correct copy of the action taken.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

MAYOR

ATTEST:

CITY CLERK

DATE:

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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 23- was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27th day of June 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

CITY CLERK

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA,

APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Santa Clarita hereby finds and determines:

A. That the State of California (State) Department of Finance has notified the City of Santa Clarita (City) of the change in the California per capita personal income and such change is 4.44 percent from the prior calendar year.

B. That the City also has the option to use the change in the local assessment roll due to local nonresidential construction in lieu of the California per capita personal income change; however, neither the State nor the County of Los Angeles has this information at this time.

C. That the State of California Department of Finance has notified the City of the change in population of the City and the entire Los Angeles County in which the City has the option to use the greater percentage change, which change is an increase of 0.71 percent for the City of Santa Clarita from the prior calendar year.

D. That, pursuant to California Constitution Article XIIIB, Section 1 and Government Code sections 7900 et seq., and pursuant to the guidelines set forth by Proposition 111, the City appropriations limit must be adjusted for changes from the base year of 1986-87 to the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, by the changes in the California per capita personal income and in population.

E. That the appropriations limit documentation applicable to this resolution has been available for public inspection for 15 days prior to approval by the City Council, pursuant to Government Code section 7910.

SECTION 2. That the appropriations limit for the City of Santa Clarita for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, is $534,946,167.

SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

______________________________
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. 23- was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27th day of June 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

______________________________

CITY CLERK

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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA

CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, ELECTING TO RECEIVE ALL OR A

PORTION OF THE TAX REVENUES PURSUANT TO
HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTIONS 33676 AND 33607.5

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita (“City Council”) adopted Ordinance No. 97-12 on July 8, 1997, adopting the Redevelopment Plan (“Redevelopment Plan”) for the Newhall Redevelopment Project (“Project”), in order to address conditions of blight existing within the Newhall Redevelopment Project Area (“Project Area”); and

WHEREAS, Section 33676 of the Health and Safety Code provides that prior to the adoption of a redevelopment plan, an affected taxing agency may elect to receive, in addition to the portion of taxes allocated to the affected taxing agency pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 33670(a), all or any portion of the tax revenues allocated to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Clarita (“Agency”), pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 33670(b), which are attributable to the tax-increases imposed for the benefit of the taxing agency after the year in which the ordinance adopting the Redevelopment Plan becomes effective (“Increases”); and

WHEREAS, for redevelopment plans adopted on or after January 1, 1994, Section 33607.5 of the Health and Safety Code provides that in any fiscal year in which a redevelopment agency receives tax increments, the community that has adopted the redevelopment project area may elect to receive, and the Agency shall pay into it, an amount equal to 25 percent of its proportional share of the tax increments received by the Agency, after the amount required to deposit in the Low and Moderate Income Housing Fund has been deducted (“City Election”); and

WHEREAS, ABX1 26, adopted by the State Legislature on June 29, 2011, purports to eliminate redevelopment agencies, but also provides that the County of Los Angeles shall distribute property taxes subsequent to such elimination to each taxing entity in amounts equal to that which would have been received under, among other laws, Health and Safety Code Section 33607.5.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct, and the City Council hereby so finds and determines.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby elects to receive all increases as herein defined.

SECTION 3. The City Council hereby elects to receive the City Election as herein defined.

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SECTION 4. The City Clerk is hereby directed and authorized to transmit a copy of this resolution to the tax collector of the County of Los Angeles.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

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. 23- was duly adopted by the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27th day of June 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

_________________________

CITY CLERK

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RESOLUTION 23- __

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE CITY’S

CLASSIFICATION PLAN AND SALARY SCHEDULE, PROVIDING FOR

COMPENSATION FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY

WHEREAS, Section 37206 of the Government Code requires the City Council to prescribe the time and method of paying salaries, wages, and benefits for employees of the City; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has authorized and directed, under provisions of the Municipal Code of the City of Santa Clarita, Section 2.080.060, the City Manager to prepare a proposed salary plan for all employees of the City.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The City’s Classification Plan and Salary Schedule is hereby amended effective June 24, 2023, as follows:

(A) The classification of Graphic Artist (salary grade 36) shall be eliminated.

(B) The classification of Arts and Special Events Coordinator (salary grade 34) shall be eliminated and a new classification of Arts and Events Coordinator (salary grade 34) shall be established.

(C) The classification of Arts and Special Events Supervisor (salary grade 42) shall be eliminated and a new classification of Arts and Events Supervisor (salary grade 42) shall be established.

(D) The classification of Arts and Special Events Administrator (salary grade 45) shall be eliminated and a new classification of Arts and Events Administrator (salary grade 45) shall be established.

(E) The classification of Arts and Special Events Manager (salary grade 61) shall be eliminated and a new classification of Arts and Events Manager (salary grade 61) shall be established.

(F) The classification of Finance Manager (salary grade 61) shall be eliminated and a new classification of Finance Manager (salary grade 63) shall be established.

(G) The classification of Special Districts Manager (salary grade 63) shall be eliminated and a new classification of Special Districts Manager (salary grade 61) shall be established.

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SECTION 2. Salaries adopted for all unrepresented regular, SEIU-represented regular, and part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees for the 2023-24 fiscal year are hereby adjusted by 4 percent effective June 24, 2023, as reflected on the attached Classification Plan and Salary Schedule.

SECTION 3. All prior resolutions and parts of resolutions in conflict with this resolution are hereby rescinded.

SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

_____________________________
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. 23- was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 27
th day of June 2023, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

_____________________________

CITY CLERK

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18 Office Assistant 1
$24.21 $25.42 $26.69 $28.03 $29.43
18 Mail Clerk $24.21 $25.42 $26.69 $28.03 $29.43
18 Preschool Teacher $24.21 $25.42 $26.69 $28.03 $29.43 22 Office Specialist $26.72 $28.06 $29.46 $30.94 $32.48 23 Account Clerk $27.39 $28.76 $30.20 $31.71 $33.29
23 Library Assistant $27.39 $28.76 $30.20 $31.71 $33.29 23 Program Specialist $27.39 $28.76 $30.20 $31.71 $33.29 24 Graffiti Worker $28.08 $29.48 $30.95 $32.50 $34.13
26 Administrative Assistant $29.50 $30.97 $32.52 $34.15 $35.85 27 Graffiti Specialist $30.24 $31.75 $33.33 $35.00 $36.75 27 Mail Services Specialist $30.24 $31.75 $33.33 $35.00 $36.75 28 Permit Specialist $30.99 $32.54 $34.17 $35.88 $37.67 28 Planning Technician $30.99 $32.54 $34.17 $35.88 $37.67 29 General Accounting Specialist $31.77 $33.35 $35.02 $36.77 $38.61 32 Buyer $34.21 $35.92 $37.71 $39.60 $41.58
32 Executive Administrative Assistant $34.21 $35.92 $37.71 $39.60 $41.58 32 Human Resources Technician $34.21 $35.92 $37.71 $39.60 $41.58 32 Payroll Technician $34.21 $35.92 $37.71 $39.60 $41.58 32 Project Technician $34.21 $35.92 $37.71 $39.60 $41.58 34 Arts and Events Coordinator $35.94 $37.74 $39.62 $41.61 $43.69 34 Graffiti Coordinator $35.94 $37.74 $39.62 $41.61 $43.69 City of Santa Clarita
Classification Plan and Salary Schedule
Effective June 24, 2023
Classifications and Salaries - Regular, Unrepresented Positions Pay
Grade Classification Title
Hourly Salaries

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34 Recreation and Community Services Coordinator $35.94 $37.74 $39.62 $41.61 $43.69 36 Assistant Planner I $37.76 $39.65 $41.63 $43.71 $45.90 36 Deputy City Clerk $37.76 $39.65 $41.63 $43.71 $45.90 36 Engineering Technician $37.76 $39.65 $41.63 $43.71 $45.90 36 Executive Office Administrator $37.76 $39.65 $41.63 $43.71 $45.90 36 Librarian $37.76 $39.65 $41.63 $43.71 $45.90
36 Traffic Signal Technician $37.76 $39.65 $41.63 $43.71 $45.90 38 Environmental Field Specialist $39.67 $41.65 $43.74 $45.92 $48.22 38 Information Technology Specialist $39.67 $41.65 $43.74 $45.92 $48.22 38 Landscape Maintenance Specialist $39.67 $41.65 $43.74 $45.92 $48.22 38 Supervisor $39.67 $41.65 $43.74 $45.92 $48.22
39 Administrative Analyst $40.66 $42.70 $44.83 $47.07 $49.43 39 Communications Specialist $40.66 $42.70 $44.83 $47.07 $49.43 39 Tree Specialist $40.66 $42.70 $44.83 $47.07 $49.43
40 GIS Technician $41.68 $43.76 $45.95 $48.25 $50.66
42 Arts and Events Supervisor $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 42 Assistant Planner II $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 42 Financial Analyst $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 42 Project Development Coordinator $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 42 Recreation and Community Services Supervisor $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 42 Senior Building Inspector $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 42 Senior Code Enforcement Officer $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 42 Senior Librarian $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23
42 Supervising Public Works Inspector $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 Classification Title
Hourly Salaries
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42 Supervising Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 42 Traffic Signal Specialist $43.79 $45.98 $48.28 $50.69 $53.23 45 Acquisition Analyst $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Administrator $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32
45 Arts and Events Administrator $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Assistant Engineer $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Human Resources Analyst $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Information Technology Analyst $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Landscape Maintenance Administrator $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Library Administrator $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Management Analyst $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Parks Administrator $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Project Manager $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32
45 Recreation and Community Services Administrator $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Supervising Building Inspector $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Transportation Planning Analyst $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 45 Urban Forestry Administrator $47.16 $49.51 $51.99 $54.59 $57.32 47 Associate Planner $49.54 $52.02 $54.62 $57.35 $60.22 47 Economic Development Associate $49.54 $52.02 $54.62 $57.35 $60.22 47 Senior Financial Analyst $49.54 $52.02 $54.62 $57.35 $60.22 49 Payroll Administrator $52.05 $54.65 $57.39 $60.26 $63.27 49 Senior Management Analyst $52.05 $54.65 $57.39 $60.26 $63.27 49 Transit Coordinator $52.05 $54.65 $57.39 $60.26 $63.27 50 Associate Engineer $53.35 $56.02 $58.82 $61.76 $64.85 Classifications and Salaries - Regular, Unrepresented Positions Pay
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50 Senior Project Manager $53.35 $56.02 $58.82 $61.76 $64.85 50 Senior Information Technology Analyst $53.35 $56.02 $58.82 $61.76 $64.85 51 City Clerk $54.69 $57.42 $60.29 $63.31 $66.47
51 Senior Human Resources Analyst $54.69 $57.42 $60.29 $63.31 $66.47 51 Senior Planner $54.69 $57.42 $60.29 $63.31 $66.47
51 Stormwater Compliance Administrator $54.69 $57.42 $60.29 $63.31 $66.47 52 Engineer $56.05 $58.86 $61.80 $64.89 $68.13
53 Environmental Administrator $57.46 $60.33 $63.34 $66.51 $69.84 53 Finance Administrator $57.46 $60.33 $63.34 $66.51 $69.84 53 Purchasing and Contracts Administrator $57.46 $60.33 $63.34 $66.51 $69.84 56 Senior Engineer $61.87 $64.97 $68.22 $71.63 $75.21
56 Senior Traffic Engineer $61.87 $64.97 $68.22 $71.63 $75.21 56 Traffic Signal System Administrator $61.87 $64.97 $68.22 $71.63 $75.21 57 Intergovernmental Relations Officer $63.42 $66.59 $69.92 $73.42 $77.09 61 Arts and Events Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09 61 Communications Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09 61 Community Preservation Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09 61 Environmental Services Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09 61 General Services Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09 61 Parks Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09
61 Parks Planning and Open Space Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09 61 Planning Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09
61 Recreation and Community Services Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09 61 Special Districts Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09 Classifications and Salaries - Regular, Unrepresented Positions Pay
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61 Transit Manager $70.00 $73.50 $77.18 $81.04 $85.09
62 Assistant City Engineer $71.75 $75.34 $79.11 $83.06 $87.22 62 City Building Official $71.75 $75.34 $79.11 $83.06 $87.22 63 Assistant to the City Manager $73.55 $77.23 $81.09 $85.14 $89.40 63 City Librarian $73.55 $77.23 $81.09 $85.14 $89.40
63 Finance Manager $73.55 $77.23 $81.09 $85.14 $89.40
63 Human Resources Manager $73.55 $77.23 $81.09 $85.14 $89.40 65 Information Services Manager $77.27 $81.13 $85.19 $89.45 $93.92 70 City Engineer $87.43 $91.80 $96.39 $101.21 $106.27
74 Director of Administrative Services $96.50 $101.33 $106.39 $111.71 $117.30 74 Director of Community Development $96.50 $101.33 $106.39 $111.71 $117.30 74 Director of Economic Development $96.50 $101.33 $106.39 $111.71 $117.30 74 Director of Human Resources and Library Services $96.50 $101.33 $106.39 $111.71 $117.30 74 Director of Neighborhood Services $96.50 $101.33 $106.39 $111.71 $117.30 74 Director of Recreation and Community Services $96.50 $101.33 $106.39 $111.71 $117.30 78 Director of Public Works $106.52 $111.85 $117.44 $123.31 $129.47 79 Assistant City Manager $109.18 $114.64 $120.37 $126.39 $132.71 1 Office Assistant: Y-rated salary $32.83/hour
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124 General Maintenance Worker $28.08 $29.48 $30.95 $32.50 $34.13 124 Groundskeeper I $28.08 $29.48 $30.95 $32.50 $34.13
127 Aquatics Specialist $30.24 $31.75 $33.33 $35.00 $36.75 127 General Maintenance Specialist $30.24 $31.75 $33.33 $35.00 $36.75 127 Groundskeeper II $30.24 $31.75 $33.33 $35.00 $36.75 127 Street Maintenance Worker $30.24 $31.75 $33.33 $35.00 $36.75 127 Tree Trimmer $30.24 $31.75 $33.33 $35.00 $36.75
133 Building Inspector I $35.06 $36.82 $38.66 $40.59 $42.62 133 Code Enforcement Officer I $35.06 $36.82 $38.66 $40.59 $42.62 137 Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic $38.70 $40.64 $42.67 $44.80 $47.04 138 Building Inspector II $39.67 $41.65 $43.74 $45.92 $48.22 138 Code Enforcement Officer II $39.67 $41.65 $43.74 $45.92 $48.22 138 Public Works Inspector $39.67 $41.65 $43.74 $45.92 $48.22 VMT Vehicle Maintenance Technician $32.24 $33.85 $35.54 $37.32 $39.19 $167.01/hour per resolution
Classifications and Salaries - SEIU Represented Positions $2,328.28/ month per resolution
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AP01 PTS Assistant Pool Manager $23.07 $23.76 n/a
CA07 PTS Camp Assistant Director $17.96 $18.50 $19.05
CC08 PTS Camp Counselor $16.22 n/a n/a
CD09 PTS Camp Director $20.02 $20.62 $21.24
CG18 PTS Crossing Guard $21.63 n/a n/a
CG19 PTS Crossing Guard Lead $23.25 n/a n/a
IA10 PTS Inclusion Aide I $16.71 $17.21 $17.73
IA11 PTS Inclusion Aide II $17.96 $18.50 $19.05
IA12 PTS Inclusion Aide III $20.02 $20.62 $21.24
IN20 PTS Intern - Graduate Level
IN21 PTS Intern - Undergrad Level
LA01 PTS Library Aide I $16.71 $17.21 $17.73
LA02 PTS Library Aide II $17.96 $18.50 $19.05
LG02 PTS Lifeguard I $18.21 $18.76 n/a
LG03 PTS Lifeguard II $19.43 $20.01 n/a
LG04 PTS Lifeguard III $21.86 $22.52 n/a
RO06 PTS Lifeguard Candidate $15.50 n/a n/a
MW22 PTS Maintenance Worker I $17.61 n/a n/a
MW23 PTS Maintenance Worker II $20.62 n/a n/a
OA24 PTS Office / Administrative Support
OC28 PTS Office Clerk
PM05 PTS Pool Manager $26.72 $27.52 n/a
PT13 PTS Preschool Teacher $23.02 $23.71 $24.42
Range from $15.50 to $19.43
Range from $19.57 to $52.02
Range from $24.78 to $29.73
Range from $18.57 to $23.52
Classifications and Salaries - Part Time, Temporary, Seasonal (PTS) Positions Hourly SalariesClass
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PT14 PTS Preschool Teacher's Aide $16.71 $17.21 $17.73
RL15 PTS Recreation Leader I $16.71 $17.21 $17.73
RL16 PTS Recreation Leader II $17.96 $18.50 $19.05
RL17 PTS Recreation Leader III $20.02 $20.62 $21.24
SA27 PTS Sports Attendant $16.22 n/a n/a
SU26 PTS Youth Employment Services $16.22 n/a n/a
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RESOLUTION NO. 23-__

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT

TO THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita originally adopted a Conflict of Interest Code on December 15, 1987, by Resolution 87-13; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita adopted amendments to the Conflict of Interest Code by Resolution 22-46; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita adopted and incorporated by reference the Fair Political Practices Commission Regulation 2, California Code of Regulations, Section 18730, which contains the terms of a Standard Conflict of Interest Code, by Resolution 03-29; and

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita desires to amend the Conflict of Interest Code to reflect changes in the list of Designated Santa Clarita Employees and Disclosure Categories.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, does hereby resolve as follows:

SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct, and the City Council hereby so finds and determines.

SECTION 2. That the list of Designated Santa Clarita Employees and Disclosure Categories be amended to add or delete the following position titles:

ADD
Arts and Events Manager
Arts and Events Administrator

DELETE
Arts and Special Events Manager
Arts and Special Events Administrator

SECTION 3. That the attached list of Designated Santa Clarita Employees and Disclosure Categories supersedes any previously adopted list of Designated Santa Clarita Employees and Disclosure Categories.

SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution.

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 27th day of June 2023.

______________________________
MAYOR

ATTEST:

_______________________________

CITY CLERK

DATE:__________________________

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

______________________________

CITY CLERK

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Designated Santa Clarita Employees and Disclosure Categories

The Mayor, City Council, Members of the Planning Commission, City Manager, City Attorney, and City Treasurer are all required to file disclosure statements pursuant to state law and thus are not included herein.

The following positions entail the making or participation in the making of decisions which may foreseeably have a material effect on financial interests:

Designated Position Disclosure Categories Category # Acquisition Analyst 1
Administrative Analyst – Business Development 1
Administrative Analyst – Property Acquisition 1
Administrative Analyst – Risk and Purchasing 1
Administrative Analyst – Tourism 1
Administrator 2
Arts and Events Manager 1
Arts and Events Administrator 2
Arts Commissioner 1
Assistant City Attorney 1
Assistant City Engineer 1
Assistant City Manager 1
Assistant Engineer 1
Assistant to the City Manager 1
Associate Engineer 1
Associate Planner 1
Building Inspector 1
Buyer 2
City Building Official 1
City Clerk 2
City Engineer 1
City Librarian 1
Code Enforcement Officer 1
Communications Manager 2
Community Preservation Manager 1
Consultant1 1
Deputy City Attorney 1
Director of Community Development 1
Director of Economic Development 1
Director of Human Resources and Library Services 1
Director of Neighborhood Services 1
Director of Public Works 1

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Designated Position Disclosure Categories Category # Director of Recreation and Community Services 1
Economic Development Associate 1
Employee and Labor Relations Administrator 1
Engineer 1
Environmental Administrator 1
Environmental Field Specialist 1
Environmental Services Manager 1
Finance Administrator 1
Finance Manager 1
Financial Analyst – Treasury 1
General Services Manager 2
Human Resources Manager 1
Information Services Manager 1
Information Technology Analyst 2
Intergovernmental Relations Officer 1
Labor Compliance Specialist 1
Landscape Maintenance Administrator 1
Landscape Maintenance Specialist 1
Library Administrator 2
Management Analyst 1
Open Space Preservation District Financial Accountability and Audit Panel Member 1
Open Space Trails Administrator 1
Parks Administrator 2
Parks Manager 1
Parks Planning and Open Space Manager 1
Payroll Administrator 1
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commissioner 1 Planning Manager 1
Project Development Coordinator 1
Project Manager 1
Public Works Inspector 1
Purchasing and Contracts Administrator 1
Recreation and Community Services Administrator 2
Recreation and Community Services Manager 1
Senior Building Inspector 1
Senior Code Enforcement Officer 1
Senior Engineer 1
Senior Financial Analyst 1

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Designated Position Disclosure Categories Category # Senior Information Technology Analyst 2
Senior Human Resources Analyst 1
Senior Librarian 2
Senior Management Analyst 1
Senior Planner 1
Senior Project Manager 1
Senior Traffic Engineer 1
Special Districts Manager 1
Stormwater Compliance Administrator 1
Supervising Building Inspector 1
Supervising Public Works Inspector 1
Traffic Signal Specialist 2
Traffic Signal System Administrator 2
Transit Coordinator 1
Transit Manager 1
Transportation Planning Analyst 2
Urban Forestry Administrator 2

1 Consultants shall be included in the list of designated employees and shall disclose all information required to be disclosed by designated employees subject to the following limitation:

The City Manager or designee may determine in writing that a particular consultant, although a "designated position," is hired to perform a range of duties that is limited in scope and thus is not required to comply fully with the disclosure requirement described in this Section. Such written disclosure shall include a description of the consultant's duties and, based upon that description, a statement of the extent of disclosure requirements. The City Manager's determination is a public record and shall be retained for public inspection in the same manner and location as the Consultant Agreement.

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Categories of Reportable Economic Interest

Designated Persons in Category “1” Must Report:

All investments, interests in real property, income and any business entity in which the person is a director, officer, partner, trustee, employee, or holds any position of management.

These financial interests are reportable only if located within and subject to the jurisdiction of the City, or if the business entity is doing business or planning to do business in an area subject to the jurisdiction of the City, or has done business within an area subject to the jurisdiction of the City at any time during the two year prior to the filing of the statement.

Designated Persons in Category “2” Must Report:
(a) Investments in any business entity which within the last two years has contracted or in the future foreseeably may contract with the City.
(b) Income from any source which within the last two years has contracted or in the future foreseeably may contract with the City.
(c) His or her status as a director, officer, partner, trustee, employee, or holder of a position of management in any business entity which within the last two years has contracted or in the future foreseeably may contract with the City.

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Agenda Item: 5

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

NEW BUSINESS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: June 27, 2023
SUBJECT: LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT DEPUTY

ROTATION FIVE-SIGNATURE LETTER
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office
PRESENTER: Jason Gibbs

RECOMMENDED ACTION

BACKGROUND

In February 2023, the Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission (Commission) was presented with a report by the Special Counsel. The report includes 27 recommendations to combat “deputy gangs and cliques” in the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, including a recommendation that the Los Angeles County Sheriff (Sheriff) regularly rotate all patrol deputies every five years.

At the March 7, 2023, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisor’s (Board of Supervisors) meeting, a motion was made by Supervisor Hilda Solis to adopt all 27 recommendations and request Sheriff Robert Luna adopt and implement the recommendations. The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the motion (5-0), which also directed the County Chief Executive Office and the Special Counsel to report back on whether any additional action from the Board of Supervisors is necessary to implement any of the 27 recommendations. A report back has not been published and no subsequent action has been taken by Sheriff Robert Luna at the time this report was developed.

At the June 13, 2023, regular City Council meeting, Mayor Jason Gibbs requested that the City Council consider sending a letter to Sheriff Robert Luna, opposing the recommendation to require the regular rotation of patrol deputies.

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contract cities have sent letters opposing the recommendation to require the regular rotation of patrol deputies.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

Other action as directed by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT

Approval of the recommended action requires no additional resources beyond those already contained within the adopted FY 2022-23 budget.

ATTACHMENTS
Letter - Los Angeles Sherrif's Department Deputy Rotation 5 Packet Pg. 108
June 27, 2023

The Honorable Robert Luna
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
Hall of Justice
211 W. Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Dear Sheriff Robert Luna:

SUBJECT: Opposition to the Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission’s Recommendation to Regularly Rotate Patrol Deputies

We are writing to express the Santa Clarita City Council’s opposition to the Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission’s recommendation to regularly rotate patrol deputies and respectfully urge that this recommendation not be implemented.

The City of Santa Clarita (City) values the collaborative and effective partnership with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station (Station), which has provided law enforcement services to the City since incorporation in December 1987.

The Station is made up of many patrol deputies who have grown up and currently live and raise their families here in Santa Clarita. The community awareness, pride, and ownership that comes with serving a community you currently live in or have served for an extended period of time significantly enhances the quality of service and community benefit and is not something that can be replicated through trainings.

Additionally, allowing for patrol deputies to serve consistently at one station enables them to develop and maintain strong relationships and trust with residents, businesses, schools, and other community stakeholders, further enhancing their ability to address specific and unique community concerns and effectively combat local crimes.

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Imposing mandatory rotations for all patrol deputies would impede on the community-driven law enforcement services that have played a significant role in the City’s successful partnership with the Station.

For these reasons, the City of Santa Clarita opposes the recommendation to regularly rotate patrol deputies and respectfully urges that this recommendation not be implemented. Should you or your staff require any further information regarding the Santa Clarita City Council’s position on this matter, please contact Intergovernmental Relations Officer Masis Hagobian at (661) 286- 4057 or [email protected].

Sincerely,

Mayor Jason Gibbs Mayor Pro Tem Cameron Smyth

Councilwoman Marsha McLean Councilmember Bill Miranda

Councilmember Laurene Weste

JG:MH:vd
s\ms\masis\letters\LASD Deputy Rotation_6.15.23

cc: Members of the City Council
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors
Kenneth W. Striplin, City Manager
Frank Oviedo, Assistant City Manager
Leadership Team
Masis Hagobian, Intergovernmental Relations Officer
California Contract Cities Association

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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
City Council
Regular Meeting
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency
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, June 13, 2023 6:00 PM City Council Chambers

INVOCATION
Mayor Pro Tem Smyth delivered the invocation.

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Gibbs called to order the Joint Regular meeting of the City Council, Board of Library Trustees, and Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency at 6:10 p.m.

ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.

FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Pro Tem Smyth led the flag salute.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Weste, second by Miranda, to approve the agenda, pulling Awards and Recognitions, items 10, 11, 12, and 16 for Public Comment, and pulling item 9 for Public Comment and a separate vote.

Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.

RESULT: APPROVED AGENDA
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Addressing the Council regarding Pride Month were Peggy Stabile, Mary Morris, Mario Presents, Diane Zimmerman, Andrea Rosenthal representing Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo, Santa Rivera, Jenny Sickerius, Andrew Taban, Kip Mueller, and Lynne Plambeck.

Councilmember Weste spoke of the 70-member Saugus High School Marching Centurions who performed at the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C., and invited William S.

Hart Superintendent, Mike Kuhlman and members of the Saugus marching band and color guard in attendance to the dais to take a photo and receive a certificate.

Mayor Gibbs commented on Santa Clarita as an inclusive community and acknowledged the struggles and challenges that the LGBTQIA+ community has faced throughout history; announced that the City proclaims the month of June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month; and invited PFLAG SCV founder Peggy Stabile and PFLAG SCV President Dawn Walker to the dais to receive the proclamation and take a photo.

Councilmember Miranda discussed the responsiveness of the Graffiti Removal Team, which has removed over 43,000 tags in the last three years; announced that the City proclaims June 24, 2023, as Graffiti Removal Day in Santa Clarita; and invited members of the Graffiti Removal Team to the dais accept the proclamation and take a photo.

Mayor Pro Tem Smyth spoke of the history surrounding the Juneteenth holiday, which originated on June 19, 1865; announced that the City proclaims the June 19, 2023, as Juneteenth in Santa Clarita; and invited Di Thompson to the dais to accept the proclamation and take a photo.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council were Marla Kapit regarding a no-kill animal shelter; Jardan Roberts- Diem regarding animal care; Merry Machado regarding a no-kill animal shelter and a traffic issue on Whispering Leaves Drive; Rebecca Hindman regarding Burrtec and Pride month; Carrie (no last name provided) regarding lithium storage units and Pride Month; Steven H. Baron regarding Santa Clarita Dodger Day; Cindy (no last name provided) regarding LGBTQ influence on young children; Nancy (no last name provided) regarding Pride month and children; Reena Newhall regarding parking at Cinema Park and Santa Clarita Plaza.

STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Ken Striplin responded to public comments stating that the animal care issue was addressed at a recent public meeting when the Council adopted recommendations that address many of the issues brought up by the speakers, and an item will come before the Council to discuss funding; commented that staff has already reached out to the speaker to address the Whispering Leaves traffic issue; commented that there were two bidders for the residential trash franchise project and Burrtec provided a less expensive proposal to meet State of California mandates; and commented that staff will reach out to Ms. Newhall regarding the development project.

Mayor Pro Smyth requested that a list of Council's animal care recommendations is provided to the speakers.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilwoman McLean spoke of her attendance at the Mayor's Roundtable hosted by LA Metro and was given an opportunity to ask questions regarding the Antelope Valley line and state funding for transportation projects; and thanked volunteers who signed up for the upcoming annual Graffiti Removal Day on June 24, mentioning that the City has a reputation for removing graffiti with 24 hours.

In the interest of time, Councilmember Miranda and Mayor Pro Tem Smyth made no comments.

Councilmember Weste requested adjournment of tonight's meeting in memory of Robert Endress; and announced that June 16 is the deadline for entrance applications for the July 4th Parade; commented on attending events, including the Return of the Jedi at the Newhall Family Theatre and the Memorial Day event at Eternal Valley; announced the upcoming Pow Wow at Hart Park on September 30 and October 1; and mentioned meeting, along with Mayor Gibbs, with Assemblywoman Schiavo regarding CEMEX issues.

Mayor Gibbs mentioned attending the 40th anniversary of Return of the Jedi; commented on hosting the JCIs at City Hall, where they learned about local government, and emceeing the Memorial Day Event, honoring local purple heart recipients; mentioned speaking, along with Assemblywoman Schiavo at the Newhall Elementary promotion ceremony; and spoke of attending the Soroptimist 2nd Annual Cheri Fleming Shining Star Legacy Award. Mayor Gibbs requested Council support to send a five-signature letter to the Los Angeles Sheriff and Board of Supervisors regarding opposition to requiring rotation of patrol deputies throughout Los Angeles County, and Council concurred to agendize the matter.

PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM 1
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET AND CAPITAL

IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget was distributed to the City Council along with the Planning Commission; the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission; and the Arts Commission on May 2, 2023. In addition, on June 6, 2023, the Planning Commission made a finding by minute action that the Draft Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City of Santa Clarita's (City) General Plan.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council and City Council acting as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Clarita conduct a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023- 24 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program and schedule the budget for adoption at the June 27, 2023, City Council Meeting.

Mayor Gibbs opened the Public Hearing.

City Clerk Mary Cusick stated that all notices required by law have been provided. 6 Packet Pg. 113
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City Manager Ken Striplin provided the staff presentation.

No requests to speak were received.

Mayor Gibbs closed the public comments.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste
ITEM 2

ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT TO FEES AND AMENDMENTS TO THE FEE SCHEDULE For Fiscal Year 2023-24, staff recommends development-related fees and charges be increased by the December year-end Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the urban consumers of the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area. The percentage increase, as reported by the United States Department of Labor, is 4.93 percent.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Conduct the public hearing on the proposed fee adjustments.

2. Adopt a resolution establishing a schedule of fees and charges for City services.

Mayor Gibbs opened the Public Hearing.

City Clerk Mary Cusick stated that all notices required by law have been provided.

Council waived the staff presentation.

No requests to speak were received.

Mayor Gibbs closed the public comments.

Adopted Resolution No. 23-32
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste
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ITEM 3

INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THE ANNUAL STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 Determination and approval of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee rates for Fiscal Year 2023-24.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Conduct a public hearing on the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee for Fiscal Year 2023-

24. 2. Introduce an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING THE ANNUAL STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24;" waive reading of the text and consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda; and pass to second reading.

Mayor Gibbs opened the Public Hearing.

City Clerk Mary Cusick stated that all notices required by law have been provided.

Environmental Services Manager Darin Seegmiller provided the staff presentation.

No requests to speak were received.

Mayor Gibbs closed the public comments.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
SECONDER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste

UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ITEM 4

ANALYSIS RELATED TO THE FEASIBILITY OF TRANSFERRING OWNERSHIP OF WILLIAM S. HART REGIONAL PARK
The purpose of this items is to consider assuming ownership and operations of Williams S. Hart Regional Park from the County of Los Angeles.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council review the analysis related to the feasibility of assuming ownership and operations of William S. Hart Regional Park and provide direction to staff.

Director of Neighborhood Services Jerrid McKenna provided the staff presentation. 6 Packet Pg. 115
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Addressing the Council were Evan M. Decker, Becki Basham, Roger Basham, Carol Rock, Alan Ferdman, Josh Premako, Steve Petzold, Alan Pollack, MD, Michael Jarel, Bill West, Leon Worden, Susan Shapiro, and Santa Rivera.

Two written comment cards were received in support.

Council commented on the various areas of Hart Park, including open space, historic buildings, artifacts, the barn, and the gift shop, and the opportunity to expand the roots of the valley with artistic and cultural events, as well as having the County's support of the transfer.

Councilwoman McLean expressed concern with the next steps, mentioning the lack of funding from the County, and would support further discussions with the County.

Council further discussed the current opportunity for the City to bring additional amenities to the community, concern about the County's lack of investment in the park, and the City moving forward with next steps immediately.

Council inquired about potential costs to the City, and the City Manager responded; Council also inquired if the property included the former Senior Center, and Mr. Striplin affirmed.

Mayor Pro Tem Smyth made a motion to proceed with the next steps as outlined in the staff presentation.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste

CONSENT CALENDAR
Council recessed the meeting at 9:20 p.m. and reconvened at 9:29 p.m.

Item 9 was pulled for a separate vote.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Bill Miranda, Councilmember
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste
ITEM 5
APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES – The minutes are submitted for approval.

RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the May 23, 2023, Special Meeting.

ITEM 6
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes are submitted for approval. 6 Packet Pg. 116
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RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the May 23, 2023, Regular Meeting.

ITEM 7
APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES – The minutes are submitted for approval.

RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the May 30, 2023, Special Meeting.

ITEM 8
CHECK REGISTER NO. 11
Check Register No. 11 for the Period 04/21/23 through 05/04/23 and 05/11/23. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 04/24/23 through 05/05/23.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 11.

ITEM 9 WAS MOVED TO ITEMS PULLED FOR A SEPARATE VOTE
ITEM 10

AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA'S FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 MEASURE H

ALLOCATION
City Council to consider approval of a contract with Los Angeles County to receive Measure H funding for the construction of Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley's interim housing facility and for a Homeless Coordinator to continue the implementation of the 2022 Community Plan to Address Homelessness.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve a one-year contract with County of Los Angeles Homeless Initiative to receive Measure H funding in the amount of $266,743 to assist with the construction of Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley’s interim housing facility and for a Homeless Services Coordinator to continue the implementation of the Community Plan to Address Homelessness.

2. Increase revenue account 272-462101 by $266,743, and appropriate $19,360 to expenditure account 2723205-500201 and $247,383 to expenditure account 2723205-516101.

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley in an amount not to exceed $247,383 to provide funding towards the construction of an interim housing facility in the Newhall community.

4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents and make non-material amendments that may arise, subject to City Attorney approval. 6 Packet Pg. 117
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Addressing the Council were Alan Ferdman and Bryan George, representing Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley.

ITEM 11
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS This procedural matter is required by state law and orders, approves, and sets the public hearing for the annual levy of the Landscape and Lighting District, Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas, Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District, and the Tourism Marketing District.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Adopt resolutions declaring the City's intention to levy assessments, preliminarily approve Engineer's Reports in connection with the Special Districts for Fiscal Year 2023-24, and set a public hearing for June 27, 2023.

2. Adopt the annual report for the Tourism Marketing District, adopt a resolution of intent to continue a business improvement area in the City of Santa Clarita designated as the Tourism Marketing District, and set a public hearing for June 27, 2023.

Addressing the Council was Alan Ferdman.

Adopted Resolution Nos. 23-33, 23-34, 23-35, and 23-36
ITEM 12
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ANNUAL LEVY FOR OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION DISTRICT Consideration and adoption of resolutions associated with the annual process of ordering, approving, and setting the public hearing on the annual levy of the Open Space Preservation District as required by the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council adopt a resolution declaring the City's intention to levy assessments, preliminarily approve an Engineer's Report in connection with the Open Space Preservation District for Fiscal Year 2023-24, and set a public hearing for June 27, 2023.

Addressing the Council was Alan Ferdman.

Adopted Resolution No. 23-37
ITEM 13

EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY INCREASE AND RENEWAL FOR UTILITY BILLING AND

FRANCHISE FEE AUDIT SERVICES
Council consideration to approve expenditure authority increase and contract renewal for consultant's audit of utility billing and franchise fee services.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:
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1. Authorize an expenditure authority increase to the existing contract with Utility Cost Management, LLC, in the amount of $100,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $200,000.

2. Authorize a five-year contract renewal with Utility Cost Management, LLC, beginning in Fiscal Year 2023-24, for ongoing utility billing and franchise fee audit services, not to exceed $200,000 per year.

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents subject to City Attorney approval.

ITEM 14

TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT PLAN UPDATE CONTRACT
Consideration to award a contract to update the City of Santa Clarita Transit's Transportation Development Plan.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Award a contract to Transportation Management & Design, Inc., to update the City of Santa Clarita Transit’s Transportation Development Plan in a total contract amount not to exceed $299,856.

2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contract documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

ITEM 15
CITY OF SANTA CLARITA TRANSIT 2023 TITLE VI FEDERAL NONDISCRIMINATION

PROGRAM
Council consideration to approve the updated Santa Clarita Transit Title VI Nondiscrimination Program, which is required to take place every three years. The last program was approved by the City Council in November 2020.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council approve the City of Santa Clarita Transit 2023 Federal Title VI Nondiscrimination Program and authorize staff to amend the program as needed.

ITEM 16

PARKING ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM CONTRACTS
Consideration to award two-year contracts with three one-year renewal options to Ace Parking III, LLC, for parking enforcement and traffic control services, and Data Ticket, Inc., for citation processing services.
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Award a two-year contract to Ace Parking III, LLC, for Citywide parking enforcement and traffic control services in the annual amount not to exceed $839,622, beginning on July 1, 2023, and authorize three, one-year renewal options with annual Consumer Price Index adjustments, upon request of the contractor and contingent upon the appropriation of funds in the annual budget for such fiscal year.

2. Award a two-year contract to Data Ticket, Inc., for parking citation processing services in an amount not to exceed $150,000 annually, beginning on July 1, 2023, and authorize three, one-year renewal options.

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

Addressing the Council was Diane Zimmerman.

ITEM 17
PURCHASE OF ONE FORD F-350 SUPER DUTY TRUCK WITH UTILITY BED Consideration to approve the purchase of one Ford F-350 Super Duty truck with a utility bed.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve the purchase of one 2023 Ford F-350 super duty truck from Auto Nation Ford Valencia for a total amount not to exceed $75,000.

2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

ITEM 18
PURCHASE OF A JOHN DEERE 7700A PRECISIONCUT FAIRWAY MOWER Council consideration to approve the purchase of a John Deere 7700A PrecisionCut Fairway Mower using a "piggyback" contract.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve the “piggyback” purchase of a John Deere 7700A PrecisionCut Fairway Mower using Sourcewell contract #031121-DAC in a total amount not to exceed $106,407.

2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
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ITEM 19

VALENCIA GLEN AQUATICS BUILDING - EMERGENCY REPAIR
Continuation of the emergency declaration for repairs at the Valencia Glen Aquatics Building.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council to continue to receive staff updates regarding the emergency repair project at Valencia Glen Park.

ITEMS PULLED FOR A SEPARATE VOTE
ITEM 9
SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 2.04.005 TO THE SANTA

CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING BY-DISTRICT ELECTIONS, DEFINING

DISTRICT BOUNDARIES, AND SCHEDULING ELECTIONS WITHIN THE DISTRICTS

AND DETERMINING THE ORDINANCE IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA
Consideration of a second reading of an ordinance switching to District elections, selecting a District map, and the sequencing of by-District elections starting with the 2024 election.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council waive reading of the text and consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda, determine the ordinance is exempt form CEQA, and adopt an ordinance entitled: “AN

ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 2.04.005 TO THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL

CODE ESTABLISHING BY-DISTRICT ELECTIONS, DEFINING DISTRICT BOUNDARIES, AND SCHEDULING ELECTIONS WITHIN THE DISTRICTS.” Addressing the Council were Corey Downs, Santa Rivera, Diane Zimmerman, and Alan Ferdman.

Mayor Gibbs requested that the City Attorney address the Council vacancy comments. Mr.

Montes stated that the ordinance governs the transition from at-large to districts. If a vacancy were to happen while the districts have not yet transitioned from at-large, then a vacancy may be filled at-large. After 2026, any vacancy in the districts must be filled within the respective districts.

Adopted Ordinance No. 23-4
RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 1]
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Bill Miranda, Councilmember
AYES: Jason Gibbs, Cameron Smyth, Bill Miranda, Laurene Weste NAYS: Marsha McLean
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
Addressing the Council was Steve Petzold regarding Pride Month and districts; Diane Zimmerman regarding the Acton lithium storage facility; Santa Rivera regarding teaching children morals and parental relationships.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Gibbs adjourned the Regular Meeting in memory of Robert Endress at 10:04 p.m. ______________________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:
______________________________________

CITY CLERK
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Agenda Item: 7

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: June 27, 2023
SUBJECT: CHECK REGISTER NOS. 12 AND 13
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services
PRESENTER: Brittany Houston

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 12 and Check Register No. 13.

BACKGROUND
Check Register No. 12 for the Period 05/05/23 through 05/18/23 and 05/25/23 in the aggregate amount of $9,933,426.94 inclusive of Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 05/08/23 through 05/19/23 in the aggregate amount of $2,319,148.01.

Check Register No. 13 for the Period 05/19/23 through 06/01/23 and 06/08/23 in the aggregate amount of $7,676,145.89 Inclusive of Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 05/22/23 through 06/02/23 in the aggregate amount of $1,849,603.77.

FISCAL IMPACT

No Fiscal Impact

ATTACHMENTS
Memo- Check Register No. 12
Memo- Check Register No. 13
Check Register No. 12 (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Check Register No. 13 (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 7 Packet Pg. 123

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Attachment: Memo- Check Register No. 12 (Check Register No. 12 & 13)

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Attachment: Memo- Check Register No. 12 (Check Register No. 12 & 13)

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Attachment: Memo- Check Register No. 13 (Check Register No. 12 & 13)

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Attachment: Memo- Check Register No. 13 (Check Register No. 12 & 13)

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Agenda Item: 8

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: June 27, 2023
SUBJECT: FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office
PRESENTER: Michael Villegas

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council introduce an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE CITY FIRE CODE – TITLE 22 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE – TITLE 32;” waive reading of text and consent to read by title only as listed on the agenda; pass to second reading; and set the public hearing for July 11, 2023.

BACKGROUND

On January 31, 2023, the Los Angeles County (County) Board of Supervisors adopted amendments to the Los Angeles County Fire Code (LACFC) Title 32 for the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County (District). The 2023 LACFC is now active in all areas within the jurisdiction of the District, and it is required to be adopted/ratified by reference through official action by the governing bodies of the constituent/contracting cities of the District.

The 2023 edition of the LACFC (as established by County Ordinance 2023-0008), which is codified as Los Angeles County Code (LACC) Title 32, serves to express the County and District amendments to the 2022 edition of the California Fire Code (CFC). These local amendments are a set of regulations for the safeguarding of life and property from fire and explosion hazards arising from the storage, handling, and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises.

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does not adopt many portions of the CFC publication, and many essential fire- and life-safety regulations are left out, including basic fire apparatus access provisions. The unadopted portions of the CFC come from the International Fire Code (IFC), and they serve as suggested provisions for local fire authorities to consider for adoption. The State permits these unadopted provisions to remain in the CFC publication because it is expected that the local fire authority will promulgate local amendments to the CFC publication as necessary during the local fire-code adoption proceedings.

While local fire codes are required to incorporate the State-adopted portions of the latest CFC, these local fire codes are not limited in scope the way the CFC is; and local fire codes can be more restrictive than even the State-adopted portions. As such, local fire codes adopt the latest CFC by reference and then amend and add to it as necessary to be more specific and restrictive in order to address local safety and administrative needs. For these reasons, the County adopted the 2023 LACFC to meet the unique needs of County residents and cities.

The most recent amendment to Title 22 - City Fire Code was adopted by the City Council on December 13, 2022, and became effective on January 1, 2023. The practice of adopting the LACFC by reference has been the City’s standard practice and occurs approximately every three years. Included in this agenda is Exhibit A, which was provided by the County and District to support the updates to the 2023 LACFC. If approved, this item would be brought back before the City Council for a second reading and public hearing on July 11, 2023, and would become effective 30 days after approval.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.

ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance
Exhibit A
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ORDINANCE NO. 23-__

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE CITY FIRE CODE - TITLE 22 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE – TITLE 32

WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clarita lies within the jurisdictional boundaries of the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County (District); and

WHEREAS, the District has responsibility for fire protection within said jurisdictional boundaries; and

WHEREAS, the County Board of Supervisors, acting as the Governing Body of the District did on January 31, 2023, adopt amendments to the District Fire Code by adopting by reference, with certain changes and amendments, the 2022 edition of the California Fire Code and portions of the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code; and

WHEREAS, as allowed by State law, the District Fire Code contains local amendments that constitute more restrictive building standards relating to fire and panic safety than those adopted by the State Fire Marshal and contained in the California Building Standards Code; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 13869.7(c) of the California Health and Safety Code, local amendments containing such more restrictive building standards are not effective within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City until ratified by the City Council; and

WHEREAS, it is the intention of the City to ratify all of these more restrictive building standards and to have those standards be enforced in the City; and

WHEREAS, the State of California (State) requires by its Government Code that local jurisdictions adopt the latest State Building Standards Code.

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Adopts the 2023 edition of the District Fire Code (the Los Angeles County Fire Code, i.e. Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Code) as the Fire Code for the City.

SECTION 2. Ratifies the ordinance amending the District Fire Code, adopted on January 31, 2023, with an effective date of March 2, 2023, by the Board of Supervisors which contains more restrictive building standards,

SECTION 3. Finds that the more restrictive building standards contained in the District Fire Code are reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions in the City and adopts by reference the specific findings made in Section 445 of the ordinance.

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SECTION 4. This ordinance shall become effective and in full force thirty (30) days from its passage and adoption.

SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this ordinance and shall cause the same to be published as required by law.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 11th day of July 2023.

______________________________
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 Ordinance No. 23- was regularly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 27th day of June. That thereafter, said Ordinance was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 11th day of July 2023, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

AND I FURTHER CERTIFY that the foregoing is the original of Ordinance No. 23- and was published in The Signal newspaper in accordance with State Law (G.C. 40806).

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CITY CLERK

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ADOPTION & FILING OF THE

LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE
Rev. 2023-03-23
EXHIBIT A of CITY MOTION FOR ADOPTION:

Exhibit A - Section 450 from Ordinance Adopted by County Board of Supervisors on January 31, 2023:

SECTION 445.

FINDINGS IN SU PPORT OF ADOPTION OF MORE
RESTRICTIVE BUILDING STANDARDS.

The provisions of this ordinance contain various changes, modifications, and additions to the 2022 California Fire Code. Some of those changes are administrative in nature in that they do not constitute changes or modifications to requirements contained in the building standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal and published in the California Building Standards Code.

Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5, 17958.7, and 18941.5, the Board of Supervisors hereby expressly finds and determines that all of the changes and modifications to requirements contained in the building standards published in the California Building Standards Code, contained in this ordinance, which are not administrative in nature, are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions in the County of Los Angeles and in the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County (“District”).

This expressed finding is supported and based upon the following more specific determinations:

CLIMATIC – The County of Los Angeles/District is located in an area subject to climatic conditions with long periods of low humidity and hot weather, combined with unpredictable seasonal high winds (Santa Ana wind conditions), resulting in increased exposure to fire risk.

This combination of events creates an environment that is conducive to rapidly spreading fires.

Control of such fires requires rapid response. With the time that is required to deal with potential obstacles from the wind, such as fallen trees, street lights, and utility poles, in addition to the time required to climb 75 feet vertically up flights of stairs, the ability to respond rapidly is negatively

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Rev. 2023-03-23
impacted. Additionally, there is a significant increase in the amount of wind at 60 feet above the ground. Use of aerial-type firefighting apparatus above this height would place rescue personnel at increased risk of injury. High winds will also cause burning embers to become airborne resulting in the rapid spread of a fire to nearby structures. Immediate containment of a fire is the only method by which it can be controlled during high wind conditions. In high fire severity zones, a unique combination of low humidity, strong winds, and dry vegetation exists.

GEOLOGICAL – The County of Los Angeles/District is located in the middle of the seismically active area identified as Seismic Zone 4. The viability of the public water system would be questionable at best after a major seismic event. Tall buildings would become vulnerable to uncontrolled fires due to a lack of available water and an inability to pump sufficient quantities of any available water to floors above the 55-foot level. A severe seismic event has the potential to negatively impact any rescue or fire suppression activities because it is likely to create significant physical obstacles and logistical challenges. With the probability of strong aftershocks, there exists a need to provide increased protection for anyone on upper floors.

Geological conditions created by the numerous faults will result in increased fire danger to structures, delayed Fire Department response, and unique rescue challenges. Seismic events of sufficient magnitude will cause substantial damage to structures. These damages are likely to be accompanied by a substantial number of fires that may exceed the Fire Department suppression capabilities. Accordingly, built-in fire suppression systems provide the only adequate measure to mitigate the potential hazards from and damage caused by such fires.

The County of Los Angeles/District is subject to occasional severe rainstorms. The impacts from these rainstorms are exacerbated if hillside areas have been burned by wildland fires because significant mud and debris flows can occur. Mud and debris flows can impair Fire

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Department access or delay response times if access roads are obstructed by mud or debris.

TOPOGRAPHICAL – The topographical conditions of the County of Los Angeles/District includes many mountains, hills, and canyons which tend to accelerate the periodic high-velocity winds by means of a Venturi effect. These canyon winds and the significant growth of vegetation of a combustible nature increase the fire danger. Additionally, long periods of dry, hot weather, combined with unpredictable seasonal winds (Santa Ana wind conditions) result in increased exposure to fire risk. The hillside areas have access roads that are narrow, steep, and contain many sharp curves, all of which makes timely response by large fire apparatus difficult.

The specific sections of this code that constitute more restrictive building standards are identified in the table set forth below. The more restrictive building standards contained in this code and identified in the table below shall be applicable only in those cities served by the District which have ratified the aforesaid sections in accordance with California Health and Safety Code Section 13869.

Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings
304.1.2 –
Vegetation
Climatic and
Topographical
Local amendment requiring brush clearance to
maintain defensible space for fire operations that
is necessary due to the unique climate and
topography of the County/District to reduce risk of
fire and to minimize the spreading of fire to
structures.
314.4 –
Vehicles
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Local amendment providing the fuel-amount
equivalencies for indoor display of vehicles using
alternative fuels and other newer technologies.

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire,
earthquake movement and damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

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Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings
316.6.1 –
Structures
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Imposes additional requirements for the
grounding of construction under high-voltage
transmission lines to protect property, the public,
and fire fighters responding to emergencies.

Necessary due to the unique climate and
topography of the County/District to reduce risk of
fire, to reduce the possibility of fires being causes
by downed high-voltage transmission lines, to
minimize the spreading of fires that may begin
under transmission lines, and to protect fire
fighters responding to emergencies under
transmission lines. Further necessary because
risk of fire is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
321 – Artificial
Combustible
Ve
getation
Administrative Deletion in order to clarify that neither the St ate nor the District adopts this section or the sections
of Chapter 8 that are referenced by it.
322.3 – Fire
safet
y plan
Administrative Declaratory of exi sting law for clarification to the code user.
322.4.1 –
Limited indoor
storage in
containers
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Local amendment providing the ability for the fire
code official to consider other factors affecting
the safety of the placement containers used for
the collection of damaged and used lithium-
based batteries. These batteries have been
identified as a known source of fires, especially
when damaged or aged. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
326.7 – Fire
protection
facilities
required
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Local amendment to require fire safety measures
including but not limited to water supply,
firebreaks, posting of fire watchers, access roads,
restriction of activities during high fire hazard and
other conditions to maintain reasonable fire
safety. Necessary due to the unique climate and
topography of the County/District to reduce risk of
fire, to reduce the possibility of wildland fires
spreading to structures, and to minimize impacts
of fire. Further necessary because risk of fire is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes

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Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings
in the County/District.
326.12.2 –
Chimneys
Climatic and
Topographical
Local amendment to reduce the threat of fires by
requiring spark arrestors on chimneys that is
necessary due to the unique climate and
topography of the County/District to reduce risk of
fire and to minimize impacts of fire. Such spark
arrestors reduce the likelihood of embers exiting
a chimney and igniting a fire. These spark
arrestors are required by the SFM in both CCR
Title 19 and the Buildin
g Code.
326.14 –
Roadway
clearance
Climatic and
Topographical
Local amendment requiring clearance of
roadways to provide adequate access for
firefighting apparatus, to create defensible space
for fire operations, and to reduce the possibility of
wildland fires spreading to structures. Necessary
due to the unique climate and topography of the
Count
y/District.
401.10 – Fire
watch
procedures,
401.10.1,
401.10.2,
401.10.3,
401.10.4,
401.10.5,
401.10.6.

Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for consistency in the minimum
requirements of a fire watch program. Necessary
to ensure adequate response times and actions
due to the unique climatic and topographical
conditions that increase the risk of fires in fire
hazard severity zones. Further necessary
because risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the County/District.
503.1.1 –
Buildings and
facilities
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for clarification regarding the
determination of the fire code official for certain
special circumstances. Necessary to ensure
adequate response times and actions due to the
unique climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Further necessary because risk of fire is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.
503.1.2 –
Additional
access.

Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for additional access requirements
necessary because of terrain, climate, or other
factors that limit access. Necessary to ensure
adequate response times due to the unique
climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Further necessary because risk of fire is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.

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Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings
503.2.1 –
Dimensions,
503.2.1.1,
503.2.1.2,
503.2.1.2.1,
503.2.1.2.2,
503.2.1.2.2.1,
503.2.1.2.2.2
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires unobstructed clearance to sky on fire
apparatus access roads with exception for
protected tree species. Necessary to prevent
obstruction of access roads by tree limbs or other
obstructions and thus allow for quick response
times to fires and other emergencies. Necessary
to ensure adequate response times due to the
unique climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Requires sufficient fire apparatus access
road widths and the location of said roads in
respect to buildings. Necessary because risk of
fire and collapse is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
503.2.4 –
Turning radius,
503.2.5 –
Dead-ends,
503.2.7 –
Grade
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for more stringent width, turning radius,
and grade specifications for access roads to
ensure access for fire apparatus. Necessary due
to unique climatic and topographical conditions
that increase the risk of fires. Further necessary
because risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
503.4 –
Obstruction of
fire apparatus
access roads
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Adds speed bumps and speed humps to list of
prohibited obstructions to fire apparatus access
roads. Speed bumps and speed humps reduce
response times to fires and other emergencies
because fire apparatus have to slow down to
pass over them or drive around them. Necessary
to ensure adequate response times due to the
unique climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Further necessary because risk of fire is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.
503.4.1 –
Traffic-calming
devices
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires fire code official approval to install
traffic calming devices such as speed bumps and
speed humps. Such devices can reduce
response times to fires and other emergencies.

Necessary to ensure adequate response times
due to the unique climatic and topographical
conditions that increase the risk of fires in fire
hazard severity zones. This section is necessary
because the risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.

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503.6 – Gates Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires gates placed across fire apparatus
access roads meet parameters to ensure
emergency access widths and operability.

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire,
earthquake damage, and electrical power
interruption that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the Count
y/District.
503.7 – Fire
apparatus
access roads
in recreational
vehicle, mobile
home,
manufactured
housing, sales
lots, and
stora
ge lots
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires fire apparatus access roads in
recreational vehicle, mobile home, manufactured
housing, sales lots, and storage lots. Necessary
to ensure adequate water supply and access to
such locations due to the unique climatic and
topographical conditions that increase the risk of
fires in fire hazard severity zones. Further
necessary because the risk of fire is increased
due to the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
503.8 – Fire
apparatus
access roads
in mobile
home parks
and special
occupancy
parks
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires additional fire apparatus access roads
in mobile home parks and special occupancy
parks. Necessary to ensure adequate water
supply and access to such locations due to the
unique climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Further necessary because risk of fire is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.
504.5 –
Rooftop
barriers and
parapets
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for emergency access to and egress
from the roof in the event of fire or other
emergency. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to unique
climatic,
geological, and topographical conditions.
506.1 – Where
required
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Local amendment providing for access to
structures or areas where immediate access is
necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes.

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507.2.2 –
Water tanks
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires installation and maintenance standards
for water tanks providing water for fire protection.

Extends certain requirements to associated
support structures and piping. Necessary due to
the increased risks of fire and exposure that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These unique conditions also
increase emergency response times, thereby
increasing the time during which these water tank
s
ystems must remain in functional order.
507.5.10 –
Draft system
identification
sign
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides posting of sign to notify Fire Department
of draft hydrants, including those for swimming
pools and spas in fire hazard severity zone.

Necessary because of unique climatic and
topographical conditions that increase the risk of
fires in fire hazard severity zones. Further
necessary because risk of fire is increased due to
the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
509.1.1 –
Utility and
hazardous
equipment
identification,
509.2 –
Equipment
and
disconnection-
means access,
509.3
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for identification and access to the
disconnection means that are required for
hazardous equipment and/or energy sources
serving structures, as necessary for the
protection of life and for fire-fighting purposes.

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire,
earthquake damage, and unpredictable power
fluctuations that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the County/District. These factors also
complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
510.1 –
Emergency
responder
communication
coverage
(ERCC) in new
buildin
gs
Administrative Clarifies how t he fire code official will make the determination that is required of them by the
State code.
510.4.1,
510.4.1.1,
510.4.1.2,
510.4.2,
510.4.2.3,
510.5, 510.5.1,
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
When the circumstances of a structure
necessitate emergency responder
communication coverage systems, this
amendment specifies “critical areas” of the
building, referred to in the State code, at which it
is critical that emer
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510.5.4, 510.6,
510.6.2
ERCC –
coverage
coverage. This list of areas is built upon the list
of areas that are required to be served when a
wired system is installed in lieu of an emergency
responder radio coverage system. Systems are
required to be provided with standby power for a
duration of time. Amendment also clarifies
required design standards otherwise left up to
determination by the fire code official. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
movement and damage, and electrical power
interruption that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the County/District. Further necessary due to
the artificial topographical physical features of a
structure or area that limit and/or interfere with
emergency radio communications for first
responders.
603.4 –
Working space
and
clearances
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for maintenance of the working
clearances that are required to be maintained
about electrical equipment such as electrical
panels and other equipment specified by the
Electrical Code. Necessary due to the increased
risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
603.4.1 –
Electrical
signage and
labeling
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides clarification of the interpretation of this
section, and reference to the related section of
code. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
604.4 –
Emergency
signs
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides guidance with local criteria that the fire
code official will use in making the determination
required of them by this section. Necessary due
to the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topo
graphical, and geological conditions of the

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County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
901.6 –
Inspection,
testing, and
maintenance
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Prohibits obstruction or impairment of fire
protection and life safety system equipment,
including initiating devices, alarm notification
appliances, and annunciators. Necessary due to
the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
901.6.4 –
Aboveground
controls and
valves for
water-based
fire protection
systems
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Introductory section to Sections 901.6.4.1
through 901.6.4.4. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
901.6.4.1 –
Signage
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides signage requirements for water-control
valves to facilitate fire-fighter identification and
use of said valves in an emergency. Necessary
because of unique climatic and topographical
conditions that increase the risk of fires in fire
hazard severity zones. Further necessary
because risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
901.6.4.2 –
Locks
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for the security, and accessibility to
proper authorities, of water-based fire protection
systems. Necessary due to the increased risks
of fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
901.6.4.3 –
Painting
identification
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for the identification and maintenance of
water-based fire protection systems. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
damage, and unpredictable power fluctuations
that are consequences of the unique climatic,

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topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
901.6.4.4 –
Clear space
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides clearance requirements for water-
control valves to facilitate fire-fighter identification and use of said valves in an emergency.

Necessary because of unique climatic and
topographical conditions that increase the risk of
fires in fire hazard severity zones. Further
necessary because risk of fire is increased due to
the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
903.2.8 –
Group R
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires that fire sprinklers be installed in mobile
homes and manufactured homes located outside
of mobile home parks. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire and exposure that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
Count
y/District.
903.2.11.7 –
Occupancies
in fire hazard
severity zones
and within the
San Gabriel
South face
Area or

Malibu–Santa
Monica
Mountains
Area
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides an additional level of protection to
occupancies in case of a fire by requiring
installation of automatic fire sprinklers.

Necessary because of unique climatic and
topographical conditions that increase the risk of
catastrophic fires in fire hazard severity zones
and due to the topography that reduces response
times to fires. Further necessary because risk of
fire is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the County/District.
903.4.2,
903.4.2.1 –
Remote
annunciator
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for fire-fighter access to the alarm
system information/status where necessary due
to otherwise being inaccessible or inapparent.

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904.1.1 –
Certification of
service
personnel for
fire-
extinguishing
Equipment
Administrative Clarification to the code user that neither the Consolidated Fire Protection District of
Los Angeles County, nor the State of California
adopt this section.
904.3.5 –
Monitoring
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires monitoring of all automatic fire-
extinguishing systems when a sprinkler
monitoring system is otherwise required.

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire and
exposure that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the Count
y/District.
905.2.1 –
Class I
standpipes
Climatic Construction and inst allation requirements for Class I standpipes to ensure adequate fire
protection systems and water supply due to fires
in the hot and windy climate of the
Count
y/District.
905.4 –
Location of
Class I
standpipe
hose
connections,
905.4.3
Climatic Installation/Regulati on of Fire Protection System to ensure proper location of hose connection to
control fires in the hot and windy climate of the
County/District.
905.5.3 –
Class II
system
1½-inch hose
Climatic Installation and regul ation of interior wet
standpipes to ensure adequate fire protection
system due to fires in the hot and windy climate
of the Count
y/District.
905.9 – Riser
shutoff valve
supervision
and drain
Climatic Additional requirement s to fire protection system for testing, maintenance, and operation.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions.
905.13 –
Standpipe
diameter
Climatic Size requirement s for Class III standpipes to ensure adequate fire protection system.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions.
910.2 – Where
required
Climatic and
geological
Requires smoke and heat removal for buildings.

Necessary to increase ability of fire fighters to
respond to, and fight, fires in buildings.

Necessar
y because of increased danger of fire in

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the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions and the prevalence of earthquakes in
the Count
y/District.
910.2.3 –
Group S-2
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires smoke and heat removal for basement-
level parking garages. Necessary to increase
ability of fire fighters to respond to fires in parking garages. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire and earthquake damage that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. Further necessary due to the
artificial topographical physical features of a
structure or area that limit and/or interfere with
the ability of emergency responders to protect
life, propert
y, and the environment.
910.3 –
Smoke and
heat vent
design and
installation.
910.3.2,
910.3.4,
910.3.4.1,
910.3.4.2,
910.3.4.2.1,
910.3.4.2.2,
910.3.4.3
910.3.5
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requirements for smoke and heat vents in
buildings. Necessary due to the increased risks
of fire and earthquake damage that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. Further necessary due to the
artificial topographical physical features of a
structure or area that limit and/or interfere with
the ability of emergency responders to protect
life, property, and the environment.
910.4.3,
910.4.4 –
Mechanical
smoke
removal
s
ystems
Geological Requirements fo r smoke and heat vents and
mechanical smoke removal systems in buildings.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to seismic concerns with
potential water supply issues.
912.2 –
Location
Geological and
Topographical
Requires that more than one fire department
connection may be required. Necessary due to
natural and artificial local topography, and the
effects of seismic activity that could limit and/or
interfere with the ability of emergency responders
to access certain locations.

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912.2.1 –
Visible location
Climatic,
Topographical,
Geological
Requires fire department connections to be
located within 150 feet of a public fire hydrant
and at a safe distance from the building.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions. Further necessary because the risk
of fire is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
912.7 –
Inspection,
testing and
maintenance
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies where provisions for signage, painting,
hose threads, physical protection, and clear
space, for fire department connections, shall
apply. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
912.8 –
Identification
— paint color
Climatic,
Topographical
Requires red paint on fire department
connections subject to rust or corrosion to identify
them to fire fighters and protect from the
elements. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and wind
y conditions.
912.9 –
Breakable
caps or plugs
Climatic,
Topographical
Requires breakable caps or plugs for fire hose
couplings to protect them from the elements and
to ensure easy access to the fire department
connection during fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to hot and wind
y conditions.
914.9.1 –
Spray booths
Climatic Requires spray booths to have automatic fire
sprinkler system protection under specified
conditions. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and windy conditions. Further necessary
because the risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
1032.4 – Exit
signs,
1032.4.1,
1032.4.2,
1032.4.3
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requirements for minimum exit signage
maintenance, including a bringing-to-one-location
of existing CA requirements scattered about the
code and/or providing reference thereto.

Addresses warnings against elevator use in an
emergency, and stairway access. Necessary to
ensure proper notice and evacuation in case of
fire or other emer
gency. Necessary because of

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increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to hot and windy conditions. Further necessary
because risk of fire and need for evacuation is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.
1103.11 – Fire
department
access
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies where provisions for fire department
access apply, including reference to a related
section of the code. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1203.2.3 –
Emergency
responder
communication
coverage
systems.

Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Maintains current level of safety by maintaining
current standby-power capacity duration for
emergency responder communication coverage
systems. Necessary due to the increased risks
of fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1203.2.5 –
Exhaust
ventilation
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Maintains current level of safety by maintaining
current standby-power capacity duration for
electrical energy storage system mechanical
exhaust ventilation systems. Necessary due to
the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

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1203.2.7 –
Gas detection
systems
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Corrects reference number for section
addressing exhaust ventilation for electrical
energy storage systems. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1204.4 –
Grounding
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies when grounding will be required of
portable generators. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1205.2 –
Access and
pathway
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies that exceptions to access and pathway
requirements may not negate the ability of
occupants to reliably identify escape and rescue
pathways and avoid electrified components
therein. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1205.4 –
Buildings with
rapid
shutdown
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides reference to the related section of code.

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1205.5.1 –
Vegetation
control
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies where this maintenance provision
applies. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1206.10 –
Manual shutoff
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides reference to the related section of code,
and harmonizes this section thereto. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
damage, and unpredictable power fluctuations
that are consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.1.2 –
Permits,
1207.1.3,
1207.1.4,
1207.1.4.1,
1207.1.4.2,
1207.1.5,
1207.1.7
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Require approved permitting for electrical energy
storage systems (ESS), including
criteria/clarification regarding hazard mitigation
analysis and special approvals beyond what the
code allows by default. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.3.4,
1207.3.4.1,
1207.3.5
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Specifies design and installation requirements for
electrical energy storage systems (ESS).

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire,
earthquake damage, and unpredictable power
fluctuations that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the County/District. These factors also
complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1207.4 –
General
installation
requirements,
1207.4.1,
1207.4.2,
1207.4.7,
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Specifies/clarifies location, separation, and
signage requirements for electrical energy
storage systems (ESS). Provides clarification
and reference to other code requirements already
applicable to these installations. Necessary due
to the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are

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1207.4.8 –
Signage
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, responding resources, water
needs and availabilit
y, and access.
1207.5.2,
1207.5.8,
Table 1207.7,
1207.7.1,
1207.7.2,
1207.7.3,
1207.7.4,
1207.8.3,
1207.8.4

Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical

Specifies/clarifies location and separation
requirements for electrical energy storage
systems (ESS). Maintains preexisting safety
levels. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1207.4.13,
1207.5.4 –
Fire detection,
1207.6.1.1,
1207.6.1.2,
1207.6.1.2.1,
1207.6.1.2.2,
1207.6.1.2.3,
1207.6.1.2.4
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Specifies requirements for fire-extinguishing
systems, ventilation, standby power, gas
detection, explosion control, and the ability to
release energy, for electrical energy storage
systems (ESS). Includes references to the code
sections regarding fire department connections
and hydrants. Necessary due to the increased
risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

Table 1207.6,
1207.6.1.1–
1207.6.1.2.4
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Specifies design and installation requirements for
various battery technologies used in electrical
energy storage systems (ESS). Necessary due
to the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.6.3 –
Explosion
control
Administrative Corrects typo to reference therein to a section within Chapter 1, which was reorganized in
2021/2022.
1207.4.6 –
Combustible
stora
ge,
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topo
graphical
Clarifies that combustible storage within ESS
cabinets and enclosures is not allowed, and that
ve
getation maintenance (operational)

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1207.5.7 –
Vegetation
requirements for electrical energy storage
systems (ESS) apply to both new and existing
installations. Necessary due to the increased
risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.9.4,
1207.9.5
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Addresses special installations of battery energy
storage systems (ESS), including those on
rooftops and in parking garages. Necessary due
to the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

Table 1207.10,
1207.10.6,
1207.10.7.2,
1207.10.7.3,
1207.10.7.6
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical

Addresses mobile versions of electrical energy
storage system (ESS) installations. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
damage, and unpredictable power fluctuations
that are consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.11,
1207.11.1,
1207.11.2.1,
1207.11.3,
1207.11.3.1,
1207.11.4,
1207.11.5.1,
1207.11.6,
1207.11.7,
1207.11.7.1,
Figure
1207.11.7.1,
1207.11.7.2,
1207.11.7.3,
1207.11.7.4,
1207.11.7.4.1,
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Addresses installations of battery energy storage
systems in Group R-3 and R-4 occupancies.

Maintains and clarifies standing requirements in
the jurisdiction in order to maintain minimum
levels of safety regarding explosion, fire, and
toxic gas hazards, both for the property in
question and that of neighboring properties.

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1207.11.7.4.2,
1207.11.8
2007.9 –
Emergency
Helicopter
Landing
Facility
(EHLF),
2007.9.1
Climatic and
Topographical
Provides for public safety by an
evacuation/landing area on high-rise buildings
and the maintenance thereof. Necessary due to
large number of high-rise buildings in the
County/District and difficulty in evacuating high-
rise buildings, and getting resources thereto, in
case of fire or other emer
gency.
2007.10 –
Ground-based
helicopter
facilities,
2007.10.1 –
Surface
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides design standards for helistops and
heliports, primarily for establishment in fire
hazard severity zones, to enable helicopters and
associated water tenders and support equipment
to safely operate to conduct operations to combat
fires and render other services in those areas.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions and topography that hinders the ability
for fire apparatus to gain access to remote
portions of the County/District. Further
necessary due to the increased risks of
earthquake damage that complicate response
times, water needs and availabilit
y, and access.
2007.10.2 –
Hydrant
Climatic;
Topographical
Requires a hydrant next to helistops and
heliports, especially in fire hazard severity zones,
to enable helicopters to fill their tanks to facilitate water drops on wildland fires in those areas, and
for response to aviation accidents. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to hot and windy conditions
and topography that hinders the ability for fire
apparatus to gain access to remote portions of
the Count
y/District.
2007.10.3 –
Access
Climatic;
Topographical
Adopts requirements for fire apparatus access to
helistops and heliports, especially in fire hazard
severity zones, to enable support equipment and
apparatus associated with helicopter operations
to combat fires and render other services in those
areas. Necessary because of increased danger
of fire in the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions and topography that hinders the ability
for fire apparatus to gain access to remote
portions of the Count
y/District.

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2007.11 –
Maintenance,
2007.11.1 –
Fire
Department
permit
required
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires maintenance of the safe and necessary
functionality of a new or existing helicopter facility
intended to some extent for emergency Fire
Department use. Where such functionality or
availability is impaired, a permit and/or
notification is required. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to hot and windy conditions; and both topography
and seismic geological activity that hinders the
ability for fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
2203.3 – Dust-
collection
systems
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies applicability of this provision, corrects
reference error by the State, and maintains the
required interlock provision. Necessary due to
the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
2203.4.2 –
Static
electricity
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Maintains the requirement for permanent
grounding or bonding in accordance with
approved standards. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
2404.4 – Fire
protection
Climatic Provides for spray booths to be equipped with
automatic fire sprinklers. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to hot and wind
y conditions.
2504.6, 2507.2
– Fruit and
crop-ripening
Climatic and
Geological
Provides requirements for fruit and crop ripening
operations to prevent ignition of ethylene gas and
reduce risk of fire and explosion. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to hot and windy conditions
and to reduce risk of fires and explosion from
earthquakes.
3104.5 –
Helicopter
Climatic,
Geolo
gical, and
Provides notice within the section concerning
tents and temporary membrane structures that

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landing
facilities
Topographical consideration must b e given to nearby helicopter landing facilities so as not to interfere with their
safe and necessary functionality. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to hot and windy conditions;
and both topography and seismic geological
activity that hinders the ability for ground-based
fire apparatus to gain access to portions of the
Count
y/District, including for patient care.
3107.15.2.1 –
Quantity limit
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Harmonizes the code by providing reference to
the related section of the code. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to hot and windy conditions;
and both topography and seismic geological
activity that hinders the ability for ground-based
fire apparatus to gain access to portions of the
Count
y/District, including for patient care.
3107.18 –
Combustible
vegetation
Climatic and
Topographic
Increased clearance requirements for
combustible vegetation near tents and membrane
structures. Necessary to increase fire and life
safety around such structures and to create
defensible space. Necessary because of fire risk
due to climate and unique topography of the
Count
y/District.

Table 3206.2 Climatic and
Geological
Removes an exception for smoke and heat
removal in high-piled combustible storage.

Necessary because of unique climatic conditions
that increase the risk of fires. Further necessary
because risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
3305.5.2.1 –
Duties
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Harmonizes this new provision to the other
longstanding requirements for fire watch within
the code. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and windy conditions; and both topography and
seismic geological activity that hinders the ability
for ground-based fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
3505.9 –
Flashback
prevention
Geological Requires protectiv e devices to be installed on fuel gas and oxygen lines to increase safety and
reduce risk of explosion and fire. Necessary
because risk of leaks or tank failure is increased
due to the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.

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4801.3 –
Definitions
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies the interpretation of the code for the
code user. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and windy conditions; and both topography and
seismic geological activity that hinders the ability
for ground-based fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
4902.1 –
General
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides definitions by which to clarify the
interpretation of the code for the code user.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions; and both topography and seismic
geological activity that hinders the ability for
ground-based fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
4906.2 –
Application
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Serves to clarify the interpretation of the code for
the code user. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and windy conditions; and both topography and
seismic geological activity that hinders the ability
for ground-based fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
4906.3 –
Landscape
Plans,
4906.3.1 –
Contents
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Original content is being moved to become
subsections of 4906.3, and these sections are
being utilized to explain the administrative
procedures for fuel modification plans in fire
hazard severity zones within the jurisdiction.

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4906.3.5,
4906.3.5.1,
4906.4,
4906.4.1,
4906.4.2,
4906.4.2.1
Administrative Renumbering of code sections for harmonization with longstanding local provisions within which
these processes (newly described by new State
language) have and will continue to take place.
4907.3 –
Requirements
Administrative Provides reference to other applicable codes; declarator
y of existing law.
4907.3 –
Requirements
Climatic and
Topographical
Local amendment providing notice of preexisting
requirement that defensible space shall also
comply with vegetation clearance requirements
elsewhere in the Fire Code (e.g., for LPG tanks,
PV, and ESS), as well as specifically within
Chapter 3 of this code. Necessary due to the
unique climate and topography of the
County/District to reduce risk of fire and to
minimize impacts of fire in Fire Hazard Severity
Zone.
5003.11.3.8 –
Floors
Climatic and
Geological
Creates requirements for floors in buildings
where hazardous materials are used or stored.

Necessary to increase fire and life safety and to
minimize fire danger from hazardous materials.

Necessary because risk of fire and spillage of
hazardous materials is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
5704.2.8.3 –
Secondary
containment
Geological Requires secondary containment of flammable
and combustible liquids that are necessary to
increase fire and life safety and to prevent fires
involving flammable and combustible liquids from
spreading. Necessary because risk of leaks or
tank failure is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
5704.2.8.16.1
– System
requirements
Climatic and
Geological
Requires foam deluge system. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to climatic conditions and
because risk of leaks or tank failure is increased
due to the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.

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5704.2.9.1.1 –
Required foam
fire protection
systems
Geological and
Climatic
Requires all existing aboveground tanks
exceeding 1,500 square feet of liquid surface
area used for the storage of Class I or Class II
flammable liquids to be provided with foam fire
protection. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to
climatic conditions and because risk of leaks or
tank failure is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
5704.2.9.6.1.3
– Location of
tanks for boil
over liquids
Geological and
Climatic
Provides for additional spacing between tanks to
reduce fire danger and help prevent fire from
spreading to adjacent tanks. Necessary because
of increased danger of fire in the County/District
due to climatic conditions and because risk of
leaks or tank failure is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
5704.3.7.6 –
Construction
Geological and
Climatic
Construction and fire access requirements for
liquid storage rooms. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic conditions and because risk of
explosion or container failure is increased due to
the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
5706.5.1.1 –
Location
Geological and
Climatic
Provides increased distances for bulk transfer
and process transfer operations so that they are
farther away from the public and other buildings.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to climatic conditions and
because risk of leaks or tank failure is increased
due to the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
5706.5.1.19 –
Liquid transfer
Geological and
Climatic
Class I, II, or III liquids shall be transferred from a tank vehicle or tank car only into an approved
atmospheric tank or approved portable tank.

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6104.4 –
Multiple LP-
gas container
installations
Geological and
Climatic
Requirements for LP-gas storage tank distances.

Chapter 81 –
Automobile
wrecking yards
8104 – Fire
apparatus
access roads
8106 –
Housekeeping
8108 – Tires
8110.4 –
Batteries
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Creates requirements for fire access roads and
storage requirements for tire storage in
automobile wrecking yards to enable fire
apparatus and fire fighters to gain access to fight
fires and respond to emergencies. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
damage, and unpredictable power fluctuations
that are consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

Chapter 82 –
Infractions
Administrative Lists the violat ions deemed to be infractions rather than the standard misdemeanor required
b
y the provisions of Chapter 1.

Chapter 83 –
Consolidated
Fire Protection
District Of Los
Angeles
County Fire
Code
Administrative Declaration of t his code as the Fire Code for the Consolidated Fire Protection District of
Los Angeles County (“District”).

Appendix B,
Section
B105.1 – One-
and two-family
dwellings,
Group R-3 and
R-4 buildings
and
townhouses
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for increased minimum fire-flow in fire
hazard severity zones to allow for more water to
be available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topographical conditions.

Appendix B,
Section
B105.5 – Land
subdivision
projects
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for increased fire-flow for subdivisions
of certain undeveloped land due to the
undetermined building size and type of
construction to allow for sufficient water to be
available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topo
graphical conditions.

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Appendix C,
Section
C102.2 –
Location on
street
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for hydrant spacing on streets to ensure
hydrants are accessible to fire fighters.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to climatic and
topo
graphical conditions.

Appendix C,
Section
C105.2 –
One-
and two-
family
dwellings, and
Group R-3
buildin
gs
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for hydrant spacing to ensure that water
is available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topographical conditions.

Appendix C,
Section
C105.3 -
Buildings other
than one- and
two-family
dwellings, and
Group R-3
buildin
gs
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for hydrant spacing for buildings other
than one- and two-family dwellings, and Group R-
3 buildings to ensure that there is adequate water
supply available to fight fires. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to climatic and topographical
conditions.

Appendix C,
Section
C105.4 –
Cul-de-sac
hydrant
location
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for hydrant spacing for cul-de-sacs to
ensure that there is adequate water supply
available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topographical conditions.

Appendix C,
Section
C106 - On-site
hydrants
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides requirements for on-site hydrants to
ensure that there is adequate water supply
available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topo
graphical conditions.

Appendix O,
Section O103
– General
requirements
Topographical,
Geographic, and
Climatic
Provides various design and location
requirements for temporary haunted houses,
ghost walks, and similar amusement uses where
the means of egress are not apparent due to
decorative materials, confusing sounds, and/or
visual effects. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to
climatic and topographical conditions and the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.

Appendix PP –
Local Agency
Ver
y High Fire
Administrative Portion of ordi nance serving to fulfill the Statutory requirements of the County/District per California
Government Code Sections 51175 through

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Hazard
Severity Zones
51189. Recognizes the authorities of the State to
impose Fire Hazard Severity Zone designations
and of individual cities to expand upon them
within the parameters defined by State statute.

Also serves to define the “Malibu–Santa Monica
Mountains Area” and the “San Gabriel Mountains
South face Area” for the sprinkler provisions
therein, as described in Chapter 9.

Appendix QQ
– Los Angeles
County Fire-
Code Fee
Schedule
Administrative Provides the code user with the Fire Department fee schedule, specifically for the services
provided by the Fire Department in accordance
with the Fire Code.

Appendix RR
– Rifle Range
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides the basic fire- and life-safety
requirements for the operation of rifle ranges.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to climatic and
topo
graphical conditions.

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