Santa Clarita City Council
April 22, 2025

Agenda Item: 3

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

NEW BUSINESS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: FIRST RESPONDER TRIBUTE PROJECT
DEPARTMENT: Economic Development
PRESENTER: Phil Lantis

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council review and discuss the proposed concept for the First Responder Tribute Project, and provide direction to staff.

BACKGROUND
At the regular City Council meeting on January 28, 2025, City of Santa Clarita (City) staff was directed to explore the development of a sculpture-based project honoring Santa Clarita's first responders for the sacrifices they have made in service to the community. In response, City staff has developed a concept for a first responder tribute that would serve as a meaningful recognition of local heroes. This item outlines a proposed concept, site location, budget, and seeks the City Council's direction on the proposed First Responder Tribute Project (Project).

The proposed concept features life-size bronze sculptures of first responders, which may include firefighters, law enforcement, medical personnel, or other responders (see Attachment A). Each figure would be customized to reflect local uniforms, equipment, and other distinguishing features. The sculptures would be mounted on a raised cement platform and would include a descriptive plaque honoring Santa Clarita’s first responders, past, present, and future.

Staff recommends the George A. Caravalho Santa Clarita Sports Complex (Sports Complex) (see Attachment B), as the preferred site for the Project. Specifically, the tribute would be located across from the Skate Park, below the stairs leading to the second level of the park (see Attachment C). The site is visible from multiple directions and benefits from the high foot traffic generated by the surrounding amenities. As one of the City's designated regional parks, the Sports Complex serves as a central location for recreation, community events, and public gatherings, attracting a high volume of daily visitors. This location would allow both residents and visitors to engage with the tribute, fostering community pride and appreciation for the individuals who serve and protect the Santa Clarita community. 3 Packet Pg. 210

The fabrication and delivery timeline for each bronze sculpture is estimated at 12 to 14 months, with costs ranging from $50,000 to $60,000 per sculpture. Installation work can be completed inhouse by City staff, reducing the overall project costs. Funding in the amount of $124,936 has been identified from the Rink Sports Pavilion Civic Art Project, A3004602. This amount would cover the cost of two sculptures within the Project.

If the City Council wishes to proceed with the Project and include more than two sculptures, additional funds will need to be appropriated to support the expanded scope from City Council Contingency. As part of this item, the City Council may also authorize the City Manager to execute the purchase of the sculptures in an amount not to exceed the total budget allocated for the Project.

At this time: 1) staff is seeking direction on the proposed sculptures; 2) approval of recommended site or alternative site location; 3) appropriation of funds based on final City Council project approval; and 4) authorization by the City Council for the City Manager to execute all agreements for the purchase of the Project.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
Funds in the amount of $124,936 are available in expenditure account A3004602-516101 (The Rink Sports Pavilion Civic Art Project). Additional funds are available in the City Council Contingency account.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: First Responder Representatives
Attachment B: First Responder Proposed Location
Attachment C: First Responder Site with Statues
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FIRST RESPONDER TRIBUTE PROJECT REPRESENTATIVES
Firefighter
Law Enforcement
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FIRST RESPONDER TRIBUTE PROJECT
Proposed Location
Santa Clarita Sports Complex
20870 Centre Pointe Parkway
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
City Council
Regular Meeting
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, Councilmember, City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk may be used also to indicate Mayor/Chair/President, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair/Vice President, City Manager/Executive Director, City Attorney/Counsel, and City Clerk/Secretary ~Minutes~
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 6:00 PM City Council Chambers

INVOCATION
Councilmember Ayala delivered the invocation.

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Miranda called to order the Joint Regular meeting of the City Council and Board of Library Trustees at 6:07 p.m.

ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present, with the exception of Councilmember Gibbs.

FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember Ayala led the flag salute.

EXECUTIVE MEETING
This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further information that may be needed. Council will also discuss each individual item during the course of the meeting with the exception of the Consent Calendar, which may be approved in its entirety by one motion, unless there is a request to pull an item for discussion. No action will be taken on public agenda items during the Executive Meeting.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Mayor Miranda recognized the West Ranch Wildcats Varsity and Junior Varsity Hockey teams for their respective division championship wins and invited members of both teams to the dais to accept their recognitions and take a photo.

Councilmember Ayala announced that the City proclaims the month of April as Autism Awareness Month and invited members of the Include Everyone Project SCV to the dais to accept the proclamation and take a photo.
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Councilwoman McLean announced that the City proclaims April 25, 2025, as Arbor Day and invited the City’s Urban Forestry team to the dais to accept the proclamation and take a photo.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the City Council was Di Zimmerman regarding Elaine Ballace's passing.

STAFF COMMENTS
There were no staff comments.

COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilwoman McLean commented on the work being done by the Santa Clarita Community Task Force on Homelessness, mentioning their upcoming meeting to discuss the ramifications of Measure A funding; the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments Transportation Subcommittee meeting where presentations from Metro and Metrolink discussed funding for upgrading and double tracking the Antelope Valley Metrolink line; and the Cowboy Festival taking place on April 12 and 13. Councilwoman McLean expressed her desire to begin a discussion among the Council regarding working with developers to meet the City's affordable income housing requirements as set by the state, and requested that the item be agendized for a future meeting.

City Manager Ken Striplin responded that it was the intention of staff to schedule a Study Session potentially after hiatus to discuss affordable housing policies.

Councilmember Ayala agreed on having a discussion regarding affordable housing; commented on her work with the Santa Clarita Pregnancy Center and the State of California Hispanic Caucus; her attendance at LEAP Laboratory's Night at the Museum and Los Angeles County's Cities Briefing; and her meetings with the Blue Star Mothers Hearts and Heroes, Soroptimist International of Greater Santa Clarita Valley, Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Caregivers, and the Filipino-American Association of Santa Clarita Valley. Councilmember Ayala also announced the Splash N’ Dash Egg Hunt at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center on April 19 and the launch of the Santa Clarita Store.

Mayor Miranda commented on The Wine Affair in Old Town Newhall and encouraged residents to enjoy the small businesses in Santa Clarita.

NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 1

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT VACANCIES FIVE-SIGNATURE LETTER
At the March 25, 2025, regular City Council meeting, the City Council requested a five-signature letter be sent to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, regarding deputy vacancies at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:
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City Council consider approving the attached letter and authorize that it be sent as a fivesignature letter to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

Intergovernmental Relations Officer Masis Hagobian provided the staff report.

Councilwoman McLean thanked the men and women of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and all first responders for their service and expressed her appreciation to the Council for their cooperation and support in signing the five-signature letter.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Patsy Ayala, Bill Miranda, Marsha McLean, Laurene Weste ABSENT: Jason Gibbs

CONSENT CALENDAR
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Patsy Ayala, Councilmember
SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
AYES: Patsy Ayala, Bill Miranda, Marsha McLean, Laurene Weste ABSENT: Jason Gibbs
ITEM 2
APPROVAL OF SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES – The minutes are submitted for approval.

RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the March 25, 2025, Special Meeting
ITEM 3
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes are submitted for approval.

RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the March 25, 2025, Regular Meeting
ITEM 4
CHECK REGISTER NO. 07
Check Register No. 07 for Period 02/21/25 through 03/06/25 and 03/13/25. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 02/24/25 through 03/07/25.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 07.

ITEM 5

REVISIONS TO THE TESORO ADOBE RECIPROCAL EASEMENT AGREEMENT Under consideration are revisions to the Reciprocal Easement Agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and the Tesoro Del Valle Master Home Owners Association regarding the use of Tesoro Adobe Park.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:
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City Council:

1. Approve revisions to the Reciprocal Easement Agreement with the Tesoro Del Valle Homeowners Association, associated with the Tesoro Adobe Park.

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

ITEM 6

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR WILEY CANYON DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (MASTER CASE 20-238) - CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS
This item is to consider an amendment to increase the consultant contract amount for the preparation of the Wiley Canyon Development Project Environmental Impact Report.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Authorize an increased expenditure authority for the environmental consultation with Dudek contract for the preparation of the Wiley Canyon Development Project Environmental Impact Report (Master Case 20-238) from $335,200 to $371,450 and include a contingency in the amount of $18,572, for a total contract amount not to exceed $390,022.

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

Addressing the City Council in opposition were Stephanie Correnti and Annette Lucus.

Addressing the City Council in a neutral position was R. Weston Monroe.

City Attorney Joseph Montes commented that City staff considered the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) regulations in connection with the contract modification and determined that a recirculation would not be necessary; however, a recirculation may be required following Dudek’s study of the proposed modification to the project alternative, dependent upon the results of the study, should the item be approved.

Councilwoman McLean inquired and City Attorney Joseph Montes confirmed that the item would not return to the City Council, rather it would be heard at a Planning Commission meeting.

Councilmember Ayala inquired if information was available on the City's website about the project, and City Attorney Joseph Montes responded that information was available on the City’s Planning webpage.
4 Packet Pg. 219 Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Apr 8, 2025 6:00 PM (Consent Calendar)

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
No additional requests to speak were received.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Miranda adjourned the Regular Meeting in memory of Richard "Rick" Huntington and Elaine Ballace at 7:03 p.m.
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MAYOR
ATTEST:
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CITY CLERK
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Agenda Item: 5

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: CHECK REGISTER NO. 08
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services
PRESENTER: Brittany Houston

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 08.

BACKGROUND
Check Register No. 08 for the Period 03/07/25 through 03/20/25 and 03/27/25 in the aggregate amount of $11,696,804.21 inclusive of Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 03/10/25 through 03/21/25 in the aggregate amount of $2,067,317.15.

FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds are available in the budgeted expenditure accounts to support the Check Register payments.

ATTACHMENTS
Memo - Check Register No. 08
Check Register No. 08 (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 5 Packet Pg. 221

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Agenda Item: 6

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: STATE LEGISLATION: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office
PRESENTER: Masis Hagobian

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:

1. Oppose AB 507 (Haney), AB 893 (Fong), AB 1154 (Carrillo), AB 1206 (Harabedian), and SB 677 (Wiener).

2. Transmit position statements to the authors of the bills, Santa Clarita’s state legislative delegation, appropriate legislative committees, Governor Newsom, and other stakeholder organizations.

BACKGROUND
The following state legislative items were presented to the City Council Legislative Committee on March 27, 2025. Included as part of this report is a brief summary of each piece of legislation and its current status in the state legislative process. The state legislative items in this report are related to local land use authority.

The City of Santa Clarita (City) currently has policies and standards in place regarding proposed residential projects related to parking, design standards, zoning, and overall application review.

Typically, residential projects undergo an extensive review process, including public hearings, administrative review, and an opportunity for appeal. This allows the City’s Planning division, Planning Commission (Commission), and the public the ability to review residential projects and subdivision proposals based on unique community circumstances and needs.

Four of the five bills in this report require residential project applications to be reviewed through a streamlined and ministerial process. Projects under a streamlined and ministerial review are not subject to an appeals process, public hearing, and the California Environmental Quality Act 6 Packet Pg. 225

(CEQA) review. Streamlined and ministerial review preempts the following standards in the City’s Unified Development Code:

1. Discretionary Review
a. Typical residential applications include a discretionary review affording the City the ability to either approve, approve with conditions, approve with modifications, refer the request to the Commission, or deny the application for a proposed use, modification, or development based on the following:
i. That the use, development of land, or application of development standards is in compliance with all applicable provisions of the Santa Clarita Unified Development Code; and
ii. That the use, development of land, or application of development standards, when considered on the basis of the suitability of the site for the particular use or development intended, is so arranged as to avoid traffic congestion, ensure the protection of public health, safety, and general welfare, prevent adverse effects on neighboring property, and is in conformity with good zoning practice.

2. Zoning
a. Specific zoning is reserved in the City to achieve the following purposes:
i. To reserve appropriate areas for the continuation of residential living at specific dwelling unit densities, consistent with the Santa Clarita General Plan and with sound standards to preserve public health, safety, and welfare.
ii. To minimize traffic congestion and to avoid the overloading of public services and utilities by preventing the construction of buildings of excessive bulk or number in relation to the land area around them. iii. To facilitate the provision of utility services and other public facilities commensurate with anticipated population, dwelling unit densities, and service requirements.
iv. To promote high standards for site planning, architecture, and landscape design for development within the City, while preserving the City’s historical and natural resources such as oak trees, river areas, and ridgelines.

3. City’s Parking Standards
a. Studio units - one enclosed parking space per unit
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b. One-bedroom units - two enclosed parking spaces per unit c. Two-bedroom units - two enclosed parking spaces per unit d. Guest parking - one parking space per each two units Assembly Bill 507
Introduced by Assembly Member Matt Haney (D-17-San Francisco), Assembly Bill 507 requires cities and counties to approve an adaptive reuse project as a use by-right, regardless of local zoning, and subject to a streamlined and ministerial review process, if the project meets objective design standards and an affordable housing criterion, as listed below. An adaptive reuse project is the conversion of an existing office or commercial space into housing. • Rental project dedicates 8 percent of units for very low-income households and 5 percent of units for extremely low-income households, or 15 percent of units for lower-income households.
• Homeownership project dedicates 30 percent for moderate-income households or 15 percent for lower-income households.

Additionally, Assembly Bill 507 requires eligible adaptive reuse projects to be reviewed within 60 days if the project contains fewer than 150 housing units, and 90 days if the project is larger.

Similar proposals typically take six to nine months.

Assembly Bill 507 was introduced on February 10, 2025, and is pending a committee hearing in the Assembly Committee on Housing and Community Development.

Assembly Bill 893
Introduced by Assembly Member Mike Fong (D-49-Alhambra), Assembly Bill 893 requires cities and counties to approve an affordable housing project located within a one-mile radius from a college or community college as a use by-right, regardless of local zoning, and subject to a streamlined and ministerial review process, if the project meets objective design standards and an affordable housing criterion, as listed below.
• Rental project dedicates 5 percent of units for extremely low-income households, extremely low-income faculty or staff, or students experiencing homelessness, or 8 percent for very low-income households, very low-income faculty or staff, or students experiencing homelessness; or
• Rental project dedicates 15 percent of units for lower-income households, lowerincome students, or lower income faculty or staff. • Owner-occupied project that offers 30 percent of units at an affordable housing cost, as defined in Section 50052.5 of the Health and Safety Code, to moderate-income households; or 15 percent of units offered at an affordable housing cost, as defined in 6 Packet Pg. 227

the same section, to lower income households, lower income students, or lower income faculty or staff.

Under Section 50052.5 of the Health and Safety Code, any owner-occupied housing may not exceed the following:
• For extremely low-income households, the product of 30 percent times 30 percent of the area median income adjusted for family size appropriate for the unit. • For very low-income households, the product of 30 percent times 50 percent of the area median income adjusted for family size appropriate for the unit. • For lower income households whose gross incomes exceed the maximum income for very low-income households, and do not exceed 70 percent of the area median income adjusted for family size, the product of 30 percent times 70 percent of the area median income adjusted for family size appropriate for the unit. • For moderate-income households, affordable housing cost shall not be less than 28 percent of the gross income of the household, nor exceed the product of 35 percent times 110 percent of area median income adjusted for family size appropriate for the unit.

Assembly Bill 893 was introduced on February 19, 2025, and is pending a committee hearing in the Assembly Committee on Housing and Community Development.

Assembly Bill 1154
Introduced by Assembly Member Juan Carrillo (D-39-Palmdale), Assembly Bill 1154 prohibits cities and counties from imposing any parking standards for the construction of an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), if the unit is 500 square feet or smaller.

Under current state law, local governments are prohibited from requiring the replacement of a garage, carport, or covered parking structure when it is demolished in conjunction with the construction of, or conversion to an ADU on a single-family or multi-family housing property.

Recently, the legislature has passed legislation to preempt parking standards on housing projects that are close in proximity to transit stops or high-quality transit corridors. Assembly Bill 1154 seeks to extend state law to preempt local governments from imposing parking standards for the construction of an ADU that is 500 square feet or smaller, also known as a Junior ADU, regardless of its proximity to public transit.

In addition to the City’s minimum parking standards on new developments, the City reserves the authority to require additional parking as a condition of approval on renovations, remodels, or additions to an existing single-family residence.

The City imposes minimum on-site parking requirements to ensure adequate and reasonable access to homes. Additionally, the standards serve as a safeguard to prevent congestion of on6 Packet Pg. 228

street vehicle parking that may cause unsafe conditions for surrounding residents and businesses and access challenges for emergency personnel, especially in the event of an emergency evacuation.

Assembly Bill 1154 passed the Assembly Committee on Housing and Community Development (10-0-1) on March 26, 2025, and is pending a hearing in the Assembly Committee on Local Government.

Assembly Bill 1206
Introduced by Assembly Member John Harabedian (D-41-Pasadena), Assembly Bill 1206 requires cities and counties to develop a program for the preapproval of a housing plan by July 1, 2026. The bill would also require cities and counties to post preapproved plans on the local government’s website and approve or deny a housing project application that utilizes a preapproved plan, or a plan identical to one that was previously approved by the local government, within 30 days.

In requiring local governments to accept preapproved plans and approve or deny project applications within 30 days, Assembly Bill 1206 preempts the City’s ability to maintain due diligence when reviewing a residential project application. The City, not unlike areas within the author’s district, varies in topography and is predominantly located within California’s VeryHigh Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). As the legislation lacks an exemption to areas within a VHFHSZ, Assembly Bill 1206 poses significant constraints to the City’s review in determining project suitability and potential risk to health and safety in these areas, especially given the recent wildfires in Altadena and Pacific Palisades.

Assembly Bill 1206 was amended subsequent to the City Council Legislative Committee meeting on March 27, 2025. The amendments to the legislation were: (1) changing the effective date from January 1, 2026 to July 1, 2026; and (2) adding that the project site meets the soil conditions, topography, flood zone, zoning regulations, and design review standards for which the preapproved plan was designed for.

Assembly Bill 1206 passed the Assembly Committee on Housing and Community Development (11-0) on March 26, 2025, and is pending a hearing in the Assembly Committee on Local Government.

Senate Bill 677
Introduced by Senator Scott Wiener (D-11-San Francisco), Senate Bill 677, among other things, expands Senate Bill 9 (Chapter 162, Statutes of 2021) by requiring cities and counties to approve the development of up to two-residential units on any property containing a single-family home or property zoned for four or less residential units through a streamlined and ministerial review process, if the project meets specified requirements.

The specified requirements include that the project would not require the demolition or alteration of an existing home that is under rent or price control or has been occupied in the last three years, unless an existing structure located on the project property was damaged due to an earthquake or 6 Packet Pg. 229

catastrophic event.

Senate Bill 677 preempts local parking standards by prohibiting cities and counties from requiring more than one space of off-street parking per unit. The legislation restricts a local government from imposing any parking requirements if any of the following applies:
a. The parcel is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit; b. The parcel is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district; or
c. There is a car share vehicle located within one block of the parcel.

Additionally, Senate Bill 677 prohibits cities and counties from denying a project due to the presence of preexisting nonconforming zoning conditions, building code violations, or unpermitted structures that do not present a threat to public health and safety and are not affected by the construction of the unit or units. The legislation also prohibits cities and counties from imposing an impact fee upon an eligible project when a unit is less than 1,750 square feet.

Senate Bill 677 was amended subsequent to the City Council Legislative Committee meeting on March 27, 2025, to no longer apply to the coastal zone.

Senate Bill 677 was introduced on February 21, 2025, and is pending a committee hearing in the Senate Housing Committee.

The recommendation to oppose AB 507 (Haney), AB 893 (Fong), AB 1154 (Carrillo), AB 1206 (Harabedian), and SB 677 (Wiener) is consistent with the City of Santa Clarita 2025 Executive and Legislative Platform. Specifically, Component 1 under the “State” section advises that the City Council, “Oppose legislation that would interfere with, limit or eliminate the decisionmaking authority of municipalities in the area of local land use.”

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact as a result of this item.

ATTACHMENTS
Assembly Bill 507 - Bill Text
Assembly Bill 893 - Bill Text
Assembly Bill 1154 - Bill Text
Assembly Bill 1206 - Bill Text (Amended)
Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended)
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Packet Pg. 275 Attachment: Assembly Bill 1154 - Bill Text (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 276 Attachment: Assembly Bill 1154 - Bill Text (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 278 Attachment: Assembly Bill 1154 - Bill Text (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 279 Attachment: Assembly Bill 1206 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 280 Attachment: Assembly Bill 1206 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 281 Attachment: Assembly Bill 1206 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 284 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 288 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 302 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 303 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 304 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 305 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 306 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 316 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 317 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 319 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 329 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 330 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 332 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 334 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 336 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 337 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 338 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 339 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 340 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

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Packet Pg. 341 Attachment: Senate Bill 677 - Bill Text (Amended) (State Legislation: AB 507, AB 893, AB 1154, AB 1206, and SB 677)

Agenda Item: 7

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF A SPECIALIZED EXCAVATOR
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PRESENTER: Cruz Caldera

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:

1. Approve the “piggyback” purchase of a new Caterpillar Excavator Model 306, using Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract #020223-CAT in an amount not to exceed $153,762.

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

BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita’s (City) Stormwater division utilizes large equipment, such as excavators, to maintain the City’s stormwater basins and outfalls. Retention basins are designed to manage water flow, especially in areas prone to flooding or erosion. The primary purpose of a basin is to act as a catchment area that temporarily holds water to prevent it from causing damage to surrounding land or infrastructure.

During the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year budget process, the City Council authorized the procurement of a replacement excavator. The existing excavator has been in service for over 13 years and has exceeded its useful life. Maintenance needs and increasingly obsolete replacement parts take the excavator out of service for long periods of time.

The use of “piggyback” purchasing allows the City to place orders against a competitively awarded public agency contract. The City is using the cooperative purchasing contract with Sourcewell, which allows the City to take advantage of an existing competitive process. This contract awarded on May 24, 2023, was competitively solicited through a nationwide bid process, and is valid through 2027.
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Staff has confirmed that there are no local vendors that provide this type of equipment due to the customization and specific features required. After performing a cost analysis and reviewing commercial list pricing for comparable vendors from other sources, it has been determined that the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract with Caterpillar Inc. provides competitive pricing, quality service, and offers the best value to the City. Using the cooperative purchasing contract results in a total sale price of $153,762, inclusive of tax and delivery.

This purchase supports the Sustaining Public Infrastructure theme of the City’s strategic plan Santa Clarita 2025.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
The resources required to implement the recommended action are contained within the City of Santa Clarita’s adopted Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget: $153,762 is available in the following expenditure accounts: 2717208-520102 (Measure W - Equipment); 3517209-520102, 3517211- 520102, 3517212-520102, 3517213-520102, 3517214-520102, 3517215-520102, 3517216- 520102, 3517217-520102, 3517218-520102, 3517219-520102 (DBAA - Equipment); and 3567220-520102, 3567221-520102, 3567222-520102, 3567223-520102, 3567224-520102 (Stormwater - Equipment).

ATTACHMENTS
Sourcewell Contract (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Sourcewell Quote (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Sourcewell RFP and Addendum (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 7 Packet Pg. 343

Agenda Item: 8

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: VISTA CANYON ROAD BRIDGE, PROJECT S3037 - DESIGN

CONTRACT MODIFICATION
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PRESENTER: Shannon Pickett

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:

1. Extend the current design contract and authorize an increased expenditure authority for bridge engineering design services with Dokken Engineering, in the amount of $200,000, for a revised total contract amount not to exceed $1,058,000.

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

BACKGROUND
The Vista Canyon Road Bridge project consists of constructing a bridge and associated road improvements, connecting the Vista Canyon Multi-Modal Transit Center to Soledad Canyon Road over the Santa Clara River. The bridge is shown on the attached Location Map. This project supports the Enhancing Economic Vitality theme of the City’s five-year strategic plan, Santa Clarita 2025.

On February 13, 2024, the City Council authorized the City Manager to execute agreements with consultants to finalize plans and specifications for the design of the Vista Canyon Road Bridge project and associated road improvements. This action included a design contract for bridge engineering design services with Dokken Engineering (Dokken) in the amount of $506,000, including contingency.

On June 25, 2024, the City Council awarded the construction contract and associated construction support contracts for the project. At this meeting, the City Council approved an extension of the design contract with Dokken to provide construction support services for the 8 Packet Pg. 344

construction of the project for an additional contract amount of $352,000, including contingency.

Dokken is the structural Engineer of Record for the Vista Canyon Road Bridge project.

In compliance with California Department of Fish and Wildlife regulations, and to protect the fully-protected fish located in the flowing surface water near a set of bridge piers, a revision to the plans was required to avoid the water. The revisions included moving the piers out of the area of flowing water and providing revised plans, structural calculations, and details. In order to accommodate ongoing construction support services, it is recommended that the existing bridge engineering design services contract with Dokken increase by a total of $200,000. The proposal is available in the City Clerk’s Reading File.

The existing project budget will provide for the contract extension that will allow Dokken to continue providing construction support services at regular meetings, reviewing submittals, responding to requests for information, and addressing design issues as the project is constructed.

No additional funding is being requested for this action.

The requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act were satisfied when the City Council approved the Vista Canyon project’s final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH No. 2007071039) at its regular meeting on April 26, 2011. The recommended actions will not result in any new environmental effect not already considered in the final EIR regarding the project. Consequently, no additional environmental review is required.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds are available in project expenditure accounts S3037233-516101 (TDA Article 8), S3037261-516101 (Prop A LR), S3037264-516101 (Measure R LR), S3037266-516101 (Measure M LR), S3037268-516101 (Measure M ATP), S3037270-516101 (Measure R Hwy Op Fund), S3037432-516101 (Street Infrastructure Fees), S3037452-516101 (Eastside B&T Fees), and S3037700-516101 (Measure M - Transit) to support the recommended action and associated project costs.

ATTACHMENTS
Location Map
Proposal for Dokken Engineering (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 8 Packet Pg. 345
Existing Parcel Boundary
Vista Canyon Blvd Bridge

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Agenda Item: 9

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION FOR THE APPLICATION AND RECEIPT OF STATE

TRANSIT ASSISTANCE FUNDS
DEPARTMENT: Economic Development
PRESENTER: Adrian Aguilar

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council adopt a resolution allowing the City Manager or designee to submit an annual claim to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for State Transit Assistance funds.

BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita (City) is eligible to receive State Transit Assistance (STA) funds through the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) for transit operating assistance. These funds are derived from the statewide sales tax on diesel fuel and are appropriated by the California State Legislature to the State Controller’s Office (SCO). The SCO allocates the tax revenue, by formula, to selected agencies. For reference, the Fiscal Year 2024- 25 funding allocation is $853,867. To receive the revenue, the City must submit an annual claim form to Metro, along with a resolution adopted by the City Council, authorizing the City Manager or designee to submit the annual claim package to Metro.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
The resources required to implement the recommended action are contained within the City of Santa Clarita's adopted Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget.
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ATTACHMENTS
Resolution
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-____

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

CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF THE ANNUAL CLAIM WITH THE

LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR

STATE TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE FUNDS
WHEREAS, the State Transportation Development Act (TDA), as amended by the MillsAlquist-Deddeh Act (Public Utilities Code Section 99200 et seq.), provides for the allocation of State Transit Assistance funds (STA), derived from the statewide sales tax on diesel fuel; and WHEREAS, these funds are available for use by eligible claimants for various transportation purposes; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the TDA, as amended, and pursuant to the applicable rules and regulations thereunder (California Code of Regulations, Title 21, Sections 6600 et seq.), a prospective claimant wishing to receive an allocation from the STA shall file its annual claim with its county transportation authority; and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clarita is an eligible claimant and desires to file a claim for STA with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro).

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

SECTION 1. The City Council is hereby authorized and directed to apply and submit the annual claim for STA funds.

SECTION 2. The City Manager or designee is hereby authorized to execute and file an appropriate claim with Metro pursuant to the terms of the STA, as amended, and pursuant to the applicable rules and regulations promulgated thereunder, together with all necessary supporting documents, for annual allocation of STA funds.

SECTION 3. A copy of this resolution shall be transmitted to Metro in conjunction with the filing of the annual claim; and that Metro be requested to grant the allocation of funds to the City of Santa Clarita.

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

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this ___ day of April 2025. ______________________________
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. 25- ___ was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita at a regular meeting thereof, held on the __ day of April 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
______________________________

CITY CLERK

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Agenda Item: 10

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: 2024-25 OVERLAY AND SLURRY SEAL PROGRAM - OVERLAY A AND B, PROJECT M0157 - PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
PRESENTER: Shannon Pickett

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:

1. Approve the plans and specifications for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program – Overlay A, Project M0157.

2. Approve the plans and specifications for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program – Overlay B, Project M0157.

3. Find the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Article 19 Section 15301.

4. Award the construction contract for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program – Overlay A project to Sully-Miller Contracting Company, in the amount of $1,816,805 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $272,520, for a total contract amount not to exceed $2,089,325.

5. Award the construction contract for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program – Overlay B project to Onyx Paving Company, Inc., in the amount of $5,826,000 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $873,900, for a total contract amount not to exceed $6,699,900.

6. Award the professional services contract to Twining, Inc., to provide project inspection, materials testing, and construction management support services for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program, in the amount of $1,382,150 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $138,215, for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,520,365. 10 Packet Pg. 351

7. Award the professional services contract to Hunsaker and Associates, Los Angeles, Inc., to provide surveying and monument preservation services for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program, in the amount of $746,464 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $74,646, for a total contract amount not to exceed $821,110.

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

BACKGROUND
The annual overlay and slurry seal projects are an integral part of the City of Santa Clarita’s (City) Overlay and Slurry Seal Program. Each year, streets are evaluated and identified for the need for pavement preservation and rehabilitation treatments. The 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program is divided into five projects: Overlay A, Overlay B, Overlay C, Overlay D, and Slurry Seal to resurface streets, seal cracks, and coat the surface of streets in various areas of the City. These treatments will provide a smoother ride for vehicles and reconstruct or extend the life of the roadway, depending on the type of treatment applied. If approved and awarded, staff anticipates that construction of the Overlay A and Overlay B projects will begin in May and be completed by November. A list of streets included in the Overlay A and Overlay B projects is shown on the attached Project Street List. The Overlay C, Overlay D, and Slurry Seal projects will be presented to the City Council for consideration of award at a later date. These projects support the Sustaining Public Infrastructure theme of the City’s five-year strategic plan, Santa Clarita 2025.

The 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, Article 19, Section 15301, which exempts from CEQA review projects that consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of existing or former use. Examples include, but are not limited to, existing highways and streets, sidewalks, gutters, bicycle and pedestrian trails, and similar facilities. This project meets the criteria for this exemption because the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program will be performing repairs and maintenance to existing streets.

Solicitation Process - Overlay A Construction Contract
An invitation to bid was published and circulated via the City’s e-procurement system, BidNet, on March 20, 2025. The City transmitted the solicitation to 2,452 vendors on BidNet, of which 41 vendors downloaded materials. A total of six bids were submitted and opened on April 2, 2025. The results of the bids are shown below.

Company Location Total Bid
Sully-Miller Contracting Company Brea, CA $1,816,805
Toro Enterprises, Inc. Oxnard, CA $1,851,751
R.C. Becker, Inc. Santa Clarita, CA $1,860,973
Granite Construction Company Ventura, CA $2,161,528
Onyx Paving Company, Inc. Anaheim, CA $2,318,000
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C.A. Rasmussen, Inc. Santa Clarita, CA $2,338,951
Staff recommends the project be awarded to Sully-Miller Contracting Company, the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. This contractor possesses a valid contractor’s license and is in good standing with the Contractors State License Board. The contractor’s bid was reviewed for accuracy and conformance to the contract documents and was found to be complete. The bid proposal adheres to the project’s plans and specifications and is available in the City Clerk’s Reading File.

While the City maintains a Support of Local Businesses policy that can be utilized by the City Council when warranted, the City is governed by the California Public Contract Code with regard to public works project procurement. In this type of procurement, the California Public Contract Code does not permit a city to utilize a Support of Local Businesses policy and instead requires the contract be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Solicitation Process - Overlay B Construction Contract
An invitation to bid was published and circulated via BidNet on February 18, 2025. The City transmitted the solicitation to 2,333 vendors on BidNet, of which 71 vendors downloaded materials. A total of five bids were submitted and opened on March 18, 2025.

Purchasing conducted a selection process in accordance with California Public Contract Code section 20103.8(d) which states that “The lowest bid shall be determined in a manner that prevents any information that would identify any of the bidders or proposed subcontractors or suppliers from being revealed to the public entity before the ranking of all bidders from lowest to highest has been determined.” This process was followed to ensure fairness when opening, reviewing, and determining the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

After review of the bids by the project manager, the basis for award was the base bid only. The results of the bids are shown below.

Company Location Total Bid
Onyx Paving Company, Inc. Anaheim, CA $5,826,000
Sully-Miller Contracting Company Brea, CA $6,095,010
Toro Enterprises, Inc. Oxnard, CA $6,101,366
C.A. Rasmussen, Inc. Santa Clarita, CA $7,577,261
Granite Construction Company Ventura, CA $8,185,762
Staff recommends the project be awarded to Onyx Paving Company, Inc., the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. This contractor possesses a valid contractor’s license and is in good standing with the Contractors State License Board. The contractor’s bid was reviewed for accuracy and conformance to the contract documents and was found to be complete. The bid proposal adheres to the project’s plans and specifications and is available in the City Clerk’s Reading File.

Solicitation Process - 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program Inspection, Materials Testing, and Construction Support Services Contract
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The City conducted a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide inspection, materials testing, and construction support services for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program. The RFP was published and circulated via BidNet on February 5, 2025. The City transmitted the solicitation to 2,514 vendors on BidNet, of which 34 vendors downloaded the RFP. A total of three companies provided proposals for consideration by the closing date of March 7, 2025.

These proposals were reviewed and evaluated based on each company’s ability to meet the specific needs of the City. An evaluation panel, comprised of staff from the Public Works department, scored the responses using the following categories of weighted criteria:
• Recent experience in similar projects (20%)
• Understanding of key development items (20%)
• Quality of proposal/proposed services in relation to project scope (20%) • Schedule and availability (20%)
• Qualification of team and resources (15%)
• References (5%)
The evaluation panel scored the responses based on a 100-point scale, with the results outlined below:

Rank Company Location Score

1. Twining, Inc. Ventura, CA 97

2. RMA Group Rancho Cucamonga, CA 89

3. The Quality Firm Signal Hill, CA 81
In reviewing proposals, the evaluation panel awarded the highest score to Twining, Inc. The evaluation panel determined that the proposal from Twining, Inc., offered the best overall value to meet the inspection, materials testing, and construction support needs.

Twining, Inc., demonstrated an in-depth understanding of the project needs and provided a detailed scope of work and approach to the project. Based on their experience with similar projects, and the completeness of their proposal for this project, staff recommends awarding the inspection, materials testing, and construction support services contract to Twining, Inc. The proposal is available in the City Clerk’s Reading File.

California Government Code 4526 prescribes the selection of architectural and engineering services to be based on demonstrated competence and professional qualifications necessary for the satisfactory performance of the services required and does not authorize the selection of professional architect and engineering services based on cost. City staff was able to reach an agreement with Twining, Inc., at a fair and reasonable price.

Solicitation Process - 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program Surveying and Monument Preservation Services Contract
The City conducted an RFP to solicit proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide 10 Packet Pg. 354

surveying and monument preservation services for the 2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program. The RFP was published and circulated BidNet on February 6, 2025. The City transmitted the solicitation to 2,679 vendors on BidNet, of which 48 vendors downloaded the RFP, and one company provided a proposal for consideration by the closing date of March 10, 2025.

The proposal was reviewed and evaluated based on the company’s ability to meet the specific needs of the City. An evaluation panel, comprised of staff from the Public Works department, scored the response using the following categories of weighted criteria:
• Recent experience in similar projects (20%)
• Understanding of key development items (20%)
• Quality of proposal/proposed services in relation to project scope (20%) • Schedule and availability (20%)
• Qualification of team and resources (15%)
• References (5%)
The evaluation panel scored the response based on a 100-point scale, with the results outlined below:

Rank Company Location Score

1. Hunsaker and Associates, Los Angeles, Inc. Santa Clarita, CA 93 The evaluation panel determined that the proposal from Hunsaker and Associates, Los Angeles, Inc., met the City’s surveying and monument preservation needs for this project.

Hunsaker and Associates, Los Angeles, Inc., demonstrated an in-depth understanding of the project needs and provided a detailed scope of work and approach to the project. Based on their experience with similar projects, and the completeness of their proposal for this project, staff recommends awarding the surveying and monument preservation services contract to Hunsaker and Associates, Los Angeles, Inc. The proposal is available in the City Clerk’s Reading File.

The requested contingencies will cover the cost of unforeseen site conditions, such as potential utility conflicts and abandoned utilities not shown in record drawings that are often discovered during construction, as well as change order requests. Additional streets from the City's predesigned inventory and streets that may need treatment due to unforeseen weather conditions will be added to the project if funds are available after construction of the original scope of work.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds are available in project expenditure accounts M0157233-516101 (TDA 8 Fund), M0157264-516101 (Measure R Local Return), M0157265-516101 (Prop C Grant Fund), 10 Packet Pg. 355

M0157266-516101 (Measure M Local Return), M0157267-516101 (Senate Bill 1 Fund) to support the recommended actions and associated project costs.

ATTACHMENTS
Project Street List
Bid Proposal for Sully-Miller Contracting Company (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Bid Proposal for Onyx Paving Company, Inc. (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Proposal for Twining, Inc., (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Proposal for Hunsaker and Associates, Los Angeles, Inc. (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
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Project Street List
2024-25 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program – Overlay A and B

OVERLAY A
Type Street Name Beginning Location End Location

ARTERIAL COPPER HILL
DRIVE

TESORO DEL VALLE
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AVENIDA RANCHO
TESORO

ARTERIAL COPPER HILL
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NEWHALL RANCH
ROAD

SMYTH DRIVE

OVERLAY B
Type Street Name Beginning Location End Location

ARTERIAL SIERRA HIGHWAY DOLAN WAY SKYLINE RANCH
ROAD

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Packet Pg. 357 Attachment: Project Street List (2024-25 OVERLAY AND SLURRY SEAL PROGRAM - OVERLAY A AND B - CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS)

Agenda Item: 11

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: AGREEMENT WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK

AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF
MEASURE A GRANT FUNDS AND PRESERVATION OF 457 +/-

ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY,

VASQUEZ CANYON RANCH
DEPARTMENT: Neighborhood Services
PRESENTER: Amber Rodriguez

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:

1. Approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute an agreement with the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District to accept Measure A grant funds for a total amount of $1,437,195, subject to City Attorney approval.

2. Approve the purchase of 457+/- acres of real property, Assessor Parcel Numbers 2813-013- 0032, 2813-013-033, 2813-014-003, 2813-015-008, 2813-015-010, 2813-015-014, 2813-015- 015, and 2813-016-011, at a total cost of $2,589,314, which includes property purchase price, escrow, title, due diligence costs, trail head improvements, and payment of annual property taxes.

3. Appropriate one-time funds of $1,437,195 from Measure A Fund (Fund 269) to Measure A Acquisition Grant Account R0037269-520104.

4. Appropriate one-time funds of $1,152,119 from Open Space Preservation District Fund (Fund 358) to Open Space Preservation District Expenditure Accounts 3587501-520104 ($1,141,719), 3587501-518503 ($8,400), and 3587501-511101 ($2,000) for the purchase of the property, property taxes, and maintenance fees.

5. Appropriate ongoing funds beginning in Fiscal Year 2025-26 of $62,000 from the Open Space Preservation District Fund (Fund 358) to Open Space Expenditure Accounts 3587501- 11 Packet Pg. 358

518503 ($50,000) and 3587501-511101 ($12,000) for annual property taxes and ongoing maintenance.

6. Find this acquisition exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Article 19, Section 15313 (Class 13); Section 15317 (Class 17); and Section 15325 (Class 25).

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

BACKGROUND
On January 24, 2025, the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) awarded the City of Santa Clarita (City) $1,437,195 of Measure A Acquisition Grant funds to expand and protect local open space throughout Los Angeles County. Specifically, the grant supports the City's acquisition of Vasquez Canyon Ranch, Assessor Parcel Numbers 2813-013- 0032, 2813-013-033, 2813-014-003, 2813-015-008, 2813-015-010, 2813-015-014, 2813-015- 015, and 2813-016-011. As part of the grant agreement, the City must record a deed restriction to preserve the use of land as open space. This acquisition aligns with the City's Open Space Preservation District's (OSPD) mission of expanding the existing Open Space, Park, and Parkland Program to preserve natural land from development, create more open space for outdoor recreation, and protect rare biological and geological regions.

The subject properties are located within the OSPD boundary along Vasquez Canyon Road. The properties contribute to preserving the green belt on the northeast side of the Santa Clarita Valley and will enhance trail connectivity in the area. The Vasquez Canyon Ranch properties are also located near the open space dedicated as part of the Skyline Ranch development.

City staff evaluated the site and identified it as a valuable addition to the City's open space preservation efforts on the northeast side of the valley. Acquiring the property would support the expansion of the greenbelt, connecting the northern to the eastern areas of the Santa Clarita Valley.

In recent years, the City has paid an average of $5,387 per acre when acquiring open space land.

The Vasquez Canyon Ranch property costs $5,470 per acre, resulting in a total purchase cost of $2,500,000. Additionally, closing costs, including escrow, title, appraisal fees, and maintenance, are estimated at $89,314, bringing the total cost to $2,589,314. Due to the property's location outside the City boundary, an ongoing annual appropriation of $62,000 will be required for maintenance and associated property taxes.

The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Article 19, Section 15313 (Class 13); Section 15317 (Class 17); and Section 15325 (Class 25). A Class 13 exemption consists of the acquisition of lands for fish and wildlife conservation purposes. A Class 17 exemption consists of the acceptance of easements or fee interests to maintain the character of the open space area. A Class 25 exemption consists of transferring ownership of interests in land to preserve open space, habitat, or historical resources. 11 Packet Pg. 359

This grant and property acquisition represent a significant investment in the expansion of the City’s open space and preservation of the green belt. Staff recommends approval of the grant agreement to facilitate the acquisition of Vasquez Canyon Ranch.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
The total costs associated with the property acquisition are estimated at $2,589,314. Upon City Council approval of the Recommended Action, funds will be available in Measure A Acquisition Grant Account R0037269-520104 (Measure A fund) and Open Space Expenditure Accounts 3587501-520104, 518503, and 511101 (OSPD fund).

ATTACHMENTS
Vasquez Canyon Ranch Map
LACO RPOSD Grant Agreement (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 11 Packet Pg. 360

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Agenda Item: 12

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: CONTRACTS FOR BUILDING PLAN REVIEW, BUILDING

INSPECTION, AND PERMIT-RELATED PROFESSIONAL

SERVICES
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
PRESENTER: John Caprarelli

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:

1. Award one-year contracts to Scott Fazekas & Associates, JAS Pacific, TRB and Associates, and Shums Coda Associates for building plan review, building inspection, and permit-related professional services for a combined total annual amount not to exceed $1,000,000, effective Fiscal Year 2025-26.

2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute up to four additional one-year renewal options beginning in Fiscal Year 2026-27, not to exceed the combined total annual contract amount and contingent upon the appropriation of funds by the City Council in the annual budget for such Fiscal Year.

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

BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita (City) regularly uses contractual services on an as-needed basis to assist staff with building plan review, inspection, and permit-related professional services for new buildings during periods of high construction activity. In 2024, the Building and Safety division issued 5,481 permits and performed 37,003 building inspections for more than $409 million in new construction. This is consistent with the average activity levels within the past five years. Building and Safety revenue has exceeded expectations; during the past four years, the division has collected an average of $10.4 million in revenue per year. Contractual support for building plan review and building inspection helps supplement staff’s efforts to reduce plan 12 Packet Pg. 362

check turnaround time and manage the inspection workload as demand fluctuates. Contractual services also help maintain appropriate staffing and customer service levels.

The City conducted a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide building plan review, building inspection, and permit-related professional services. The RFP was published and circulated via the City’s e-procurement system, BidNet, on February 11, 2025. The City transmitted the solicitation to 1,864 vendors on BidNet, of which 50 vendors downloaded the RFP and 10 companies provided proposals for consideration.

These proposals were reviewed and evaluated based on each company’s ability to meet the specific needs of the City. An evaluation panel comprised of City staff scored the responses using the following categories of weighted criteria:
• Staff qualifications
• References
• Proposed schedule and available on-site services
• Expediency of turn-around times for plan check services • Thoroughness and clarity of proposal
The evaluation team scored the responses based on a 100-point system, with the results outlined below:

Rank Company Location Score

1. Scott Fazekas & Associates Irvine, CA 98.33

2. JAS Pacific Upland, CA 98.00

3. TRB and Associates Long Beach, CA 95.00

4. Shums Coda Associates Pleasanton, CA 93.00

5. 4LEAF, Inc. Newport Beach, CA 90.67

6. Bureau Veritas Westlake Village, CA 82.67

7. West Coast Code Consultants, Inc. Oceanside, CA 81.33

8. SAFEbuilt (Interwest) Irvine, CA 81.00

9. CSG Consultants, Inc. Orange, CA 80.67

10. m6 Consulting, Inc. Moorpark, CA 80.67
Based on the results of the evaluation process, staff recommends Scott Fazekas & Associates, JAS Pacific, TRB and Associates, and Shums Coda Associates be awarded contracts to provide building plan review, building inspection, and permit-related professional services to the City on an as-needed basis. By utilizing the four firms selected, staff will have the flexibility to assign projects to contract building plan reviewers and/or inspectors who are best suited to meet the City’s needs, while retaining appropriate staffing and customer service levels.

Revenue generated from the fees collected for plan review, expedited plan review, and building permits will help offset these costs. If approved, contracts entered into pursuant to the RFP will have the option for four additional one-year renewals. The City Council’s approval of the recommended action will help the City maintain desired customer service levels. 12 Packet Pg. 363

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
Adequate funds will be available in expenditure account 1003800-516101 (Building & SafetyContractual Services) to support the recommended action.

ATTACHMENTS
Scott Fazekas & Associates Proposal (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) JAS Pacific Proposal (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) TRB and Associates Proposal (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) Shums Coda Associates Proposal (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 12 Packet Pg. 364

Agenda Item: 13

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: April 22, 2025
SUBJECT: LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT FOR LMD ZONE 32 (VISTA CANYON RANCH)
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services
PRESENTER: Andrew Adams

RECOMMENDED ACTION
City Council:

1. Award a five-year contract to Marina Landscape Services, Inc., to provide landscape maintenance services for Landscape Maintenance District Zone 32 (Vista Canyon Ranch), for a total contract amount not to exceed $99,580.

2. Appropriate ongoing funds in the amount of $2,916 from the Landscape Maintenance District Fund (Fund 357) to expenditure account 3572464-516110 beginning in Fiscal Year 2025-26.

3. Find that the award of contract is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Article 19 – Categorical Exemptions, Section 15301, Existing Facilities, (h) Maintenance of Existing Landscaping.

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

BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Clarita (City) administers 62 financially independent zones within the Landscape Maintenance District (LMD), providing landscape maintenance services through contracts with private companies.

The City of Santa Clarita conducted a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit proposals from qualified vendors for the maintenance of LMD Zone 32 (Vista Canyon Ranch). The RFP was published and circulated via the City’s e-procurement system, BidNet, on February 24, 2025. 13 Packet Pg. 365

The City transmitted the solicitation to 928 vendors on BidNet, of which 33 vendors downloaded the RFP and 4 companies provided proposals for consideration.

Unlike a bid procurement, where the recommended contract award is based upon the lowest, most responsive bid, the RFP procurement approach utilizes multiple weighted criteria to evaluate and score proposals. This approach reinforces performance expectations and ensures that vendors dedicate adequate employees to service the contract. While the price for services is a component constituting 10 percent of the weighted evaluation criteria, 90 percent of the evaluation criteria focuses on the overall value provided, including the composition and structure of the contractor’s crew, their schedule to rotate through the maintenance areas, understanding of the specifications, and references.

These proposals were reviewed and evaluated based on each company’s ability to meet the specific needs of the City. An evaluation panel comprised of staff representing the City’s Special Districts division scored the responses using the following categories of weighted criteria:
• Value Provided - Includes Team Composition/Crew Structure and Rotation Schedule/Response Times (65%)
• Acknowledgment and Understanding of Specifications (15%) • References and Certifications (10%)
• Proposal Amount (10%)
The evaluation team scored the responses based on a 300-point system, with the results outlined below:

COMPANY LOCATION POINTS

AWARDED
ANNUAL
COST
Marina Landscape Services, Inc. Santa Clarita, CA 271 $14,916 Stay Green, Inc. Santa Clarita, CA 238 $30,552
Oakridge Landscape, Inc. Valencia, CA 214 $31,920
Specialized Landscape Management Simi Valley, CA 190 $22,020 Upon reviewing the proposals, Marina Landscape Services, Inc., (Marina Landscape) received the highest score from the evaluation team. The team concluded that the Marina Landscape proposal offered the best overall value for landscape maintenance in LMD Zone 32. Moreover, Marina Landscape demonstrated a robust understanding of the landscaping complexities within the zone and articulated a comprehensive approach to a rotation schedule that meets the specific demands of each maintenance area.

Staff completed a due-diligence review of Marina Landscape’s professional references and determined their work history meets the City's standards and performance expectations. Based on this review, staff recommends awarding the landscape maintenance contract to Marina Landscape Services, Inc.

To support this contract, staff is requesting an ongoing appropriation of $2,916 specific to LMD Zone 32. This ongoing base adjustment accounts for rising fuel and industry labor costs. The 13 Packet Pg. 366

recommended contract amount is essential to ensure Marina Landscape can perform monthly landscape maintenance and repairs, maximize operational efficiencies, and complete tasks in a timely manner. These tasks include responding to emergencies, irrigation repairs and replacements, addressing vandalism, and executing one-time beautification enhancement projects.

The increase in expenditure authority granted by the City Council does not guarantee additional compensation under the terms of the recommended contract. The City retains the discretion to engage alternative contractors if necessary. Any unscheduled repair work or one-time enhancement projects performed by Marina Landscape under the contract will still require staff review and prior authorization from the City’s Special Districts division. Additionally, to enhance maintenance standards and enforce accountability, the contract includes provisions for payment reductions in the event of poor performance if the contractor fails to meet their maintenance obligations.

The award of this contract is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Article 19 - Categorical Exemptions, Section 15301, Existing Facilities, (h) Maintenance of Existing Landscaping. This contract meets the criteria for this exemption because the scope of work falls under existing landscape maintenance.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT
Upon approval of the recommended actions, the base budget for Expenditure Account 3572464- 516110 (Landscape Maintenance District Fund 357) will increase by $2,916 beginning in Fiscal Year 2025-26, contingent upon appropriation of funds by the City Council during the annual budget process.

ATTACHMENTS
LMD-24-25-20 Zone 32 - Published Bid Documents (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) LMD-24-25-20 Zone 32 - Marina Landscape Services, Inc. Response File (available in the City Clerk's Reading File)
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