FOR THE COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 6, 2024
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
TO: City Council
FROM: Interim City Manager Alex Posada
BY: Interim Recreation and Parks Director Angela Oslund
SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Approving a Five -Year Lease Extension Ammendment to the Land Lease between the Santa Maria Public Airport District and the City of Santa Maria
Description:
The City Council will consider approving a Five-Year Lease Extension of the Land Lease dated July 14, 1994, between the Santa Maria Public Airport District and the City of Santa Maria. The lease covers the property located on the southeast corner of Blosser Road and Foster Road at Santa Maria Public Airport, housing Pioneer Park. This extension is necessary to provide stability for the continued operation of Pioneer Park, allowing for its uninterrupted use over the next five years.
Environmental Notice: The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act State Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Adopt a Resolution approving the Five-Year Lease Extension of the existing land lea se, effective February 1, 2024, and expiring on January 31, 2029, unless sooner terminated.
No options to extend beyond the specified term are granted, and any additional extension of this Lease shall be by mutual agreement of the parties only.
BACKGROUND:
The original Land Lease, executed on July 14, 1994, allowed the City of Santa Maria to utilize the designated property for Pioneer Park. Given the impending expiration of the current lease on January 31, 202 4, a Five -Year Lease Extension is being soug ht to provide a stable and extended timeframe for the City's use of the property.
DISCUSSION:
The Five -Year Lease Extension is crucial for providing a long -term solution that guarantees the uninterrupted operation and maintenance of Pioneer Park. This extended term allows both parties the necessary time to plan for the future use of the property and aligns with the City's commitment to ensuring the stability of community services.
2 Alternative(s)
Without the Five -Year Lease Extension, there could be uncertainty about the future of Pioneer Park beyond the current lease term. Approving the extension ensures the continued availability of the park for community use without disruption.
Fiscal Considerations
The fiscal considerations for the Five -Year Lease Extension entail an annual rent payment of $8,561.00 . Commencing February 1, 2025, adjustments, if any, will be calculated based on increasesin the Consumer Price Index.
Impact to the Community
The Five-Year Lease Extension ensures the continued availability of Pioneer Park, a vital community asset, for the foreseeable future. This aligns with the City Council's commitment to maintaining and enhancing community resources.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Addendum #10