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Special Closed Session – 6:00 PM
Regular Meeting - 6:30 PM
6:00 PM SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Infanti called the Special Closed Session meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 1644 Oak Street, Solvang, California.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Mark Infanti, Mayor pro tem David Brown, Councilmembers Robert Clarke, Claudia Staff:
Orona, Elizabeth Orona
City Manager Randy Murphy, City Attorney Chelsea O’Sullivan, City Clerk Annamarie Porter, Planning Manager Rafael Castillo, Public Works Director Rodger Olds
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor pro tem Brown led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ONLY
There were no public comments.
2. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION – 6:02 p.m.
City Attorney O’Sullivan read title to the item to be considered under Closed Session. a. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR – pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
PROPERTY:
APN 139-192-024
425 First St, Solvang, CA 93463
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR:
Randy Murphy, City Manager
NEGOTIATING PARTY:
Jameson Elias Holding Ltd
UNDER NEGOTIATION:
Both price and terms
City Attorney O’Sullivan announced there were no reportable items under Closed Session.
MINUTES
SOLVANG CITY COUNCIL
Monday, February 12, 2024
Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 6:31 p.m.
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6:30 PM REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Infanti called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 1644 Oak Street, Solvang, California.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Mark Infanti, Mayor pro tem David Brown, Councilmembers Robert Clarke, Claudia Orona, Elizabeth Orona
Staff: City Manager Randy Murphy, City Attorney Chelsea O’Sullivan, City Clerk Annamarie Porter, Planning Manager Rafael Castillo, Public Works Director Rodger Olds, Parks and Recreation Director Jenny McClurg, Administrative Services Director Wendy Berry
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Clarke led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS AND CEREMONIAL ITEMS - None
PRESENTATIONS
a. Water Department Presentation
Water Division Supervisor Mike Mathews narrated a PowerPoint presentation with details of the Water Division operations.
1. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS – NON-AGENDA AND CONSENT ITEMS C.J. Jackson
Al Cortese
There were no other public communications.
2. CITY MANAGER REPORT AND ADVANCE CALENDAR
Planning Manager Castillo announced that the City’s Housing Element was certified by the State Department of Housing and Urban Development.
City Manager Murphy discussed Human Services grant process; upcoming cleanup event at Lot 4; formation of a new Tourism and Marketing Advisory Committee (TMAC); noted the State of California declared a disaster for Santa Barbara County and reminded everyone about an RFP for Park Host.
3. COUNCIL COMMENTS, REQUESTS, GC SECTION 53232.3(d) (aka AB 1234) and GC SECTION 84308 (aka SB 1439) REPORT OUT
Councilmember Claudia Orona reported attending the Point in Time Count; Mayor pro tem Brown reported attending the Space Force Award Ceremony for Vandenberg’s Launch Division.
Councilmember Elizabeth Orona reported attending the Sigma Grant Funding Award Ceremony and the Candidate Forum, as a resident.
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Mayor Infant reported that he and Councilmember Claudia Orona attended the GPAC meeting; discussed a meeting with the City Manager and Palm Court regarding affordable housing and noted that he attended the Candidates Forum at St. Mark’s.
City Manager Murphy announced the availability of Narcan to the general public through the Sherriff’s Department.
4. CONSENT ITEMS
a. Approve Order of Agenda as Presented
b. Approve City Council Minutes: January 22, 2024
c. Approve January 2024 expense report
d. Adopt Resolution No. 24-1240 Appointing Chelsea O’Sullivan as City Attorney and approving amendment to the legal services agreement with Richards, Watson & Gershon
e. Approve Amendment 5 to the Agreement with Rafael Ruiz for custodial services for modified scope of janitorial services for the additional amount not to exceed $3,448 for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,385,194 for the existing term to December 31, 2023, and authorize the Mayor to execute on behalf of the City; and
Approve a budget adjustment in the amount of $3,448
f. Adopt Resolution No. 24-1241 Adopting the Santa Ynez Valley Transit (SYVT) 2024 ADA Paratransit Plan
Motion by Councilmember Clarke, to approve Consent Items, seconded by Councilmember Elizabeth Orona and carried 5-0.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
6. DISCUSSION ITEMS
a. Discussion and direction to staff regarding City priorities on State Route 246, Mission Drive
Public Works Director Olds narrated a PowerPoint presentation.
Discussion followed regarding ensuring projects get constructed to Caltrans standards, the timing for construction of the Alamo Pintado Bridge, traffic signal synchronization, left turn signal at 246 & 5th, right turn only lane and scrambled sidewalks.
Mayor Infanti Invited public comments.
Aria-Vue Daugherty
There were no other public comments on this item.
Councilmember Elizabeth Orona asked about hiring crossing guards during peak pedestrian hours and reported that those living south of State Route 246 have no options for pick up from Santa Ynez Valley Transit.
Mayor pro tem Brown suggested waiting on the Alamo Pintado project until the bridge is completed.
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Councilmember Claudia Orona spoke about a cross walk on 4th Place and Mission Drive noting it is an area with several alcohol-related establishments and there is decreased visibility of pedestrians at night.
Councilmember Clarke added that pedestrians along Alisal, by the post office are nearly invisible if they are wearing dark clothing.
Councilmember Elizabeth spoke about prioritizing feedback to Caltrans on pedestrians, synchronizing signals and anything that would accelerate/enable pedestrian crossings and encouraging better through-traffic, and recommended de-prioritizing Skitt Mesa until further development.
Mayor Infanti spoke about prioritizing a “right turn only” sign and crosswalk signals to ensure pedestrian safety.
b. Discussion and possible action to Approve an Option for Pickleball Courts in Hans Christian Andersen Park
Parks and Recreation Director McClure presented details of the staff report.
Discussion followed regarding securing the portable nets at night, resurfacing the tennis courts, options for Council’s consideration, the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the wishes of the tennis cohort and the existing conditions of the courts.
Mayor Infanti invited public comments on this item.
David Gay
There were no other public comments.
Motion by Councilmember Elizabeth Orona, to approve Option 3 for temporary pickleball courts seconded by Councilmember Claudia Orona and carried 4-1, with Councilmember Clarke, opposed. c. Discussion and possible direction to Staff regarding Residences as a primary use in the TRC Zone & Historical property designations
Planning Manager Castillo narrated a PowerPoint presentation.
Discussion followed regarding estimated costs for conditional use permits under the musical entertainment zone, properties identified for potential historic significance, encouraging more mixed use, implications for parking and recognizing that the business community is the key to success in the TRC Zone.
Mayor Infanti invited public comments.
Dennis Beebe
Aria-Vue Daugherty
There were no other public comments.
Mayor pro tem Brown felt primary residential should not be allowed in the TRC, spoke in support of eliminating red tape in terms of historical property designations and commented on the musical entertainment zone.
Councilmember Elizabeth Orona mentioned the possibility of hiring a consultant to help with the work; spoke about having a good European model for the City.
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Mayor Infanti agreed with the recommendations except changing the designation of the TRC.
Motion by Mayor pro tem Brown, to continue the meeting past 9:30 p.m., seconded by Councilmember Elizabeth Orona and carried 4-1, with Councilmember Clarke, opposed. d. Discussion and possible action to approve the Agreement with Carollo Engineers for the Source Water Improvement Study services in the amount not to exceed $175,550 for the term February 12, 2024 – June 30, 2025, and authorize the Mayor to execute on behalf of the City and authorize a budget amendment
City Manager Murphy presented details of the report; addressed a time schedule compliance plan and discussed the Source Water Improvement Study.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Mayor pro tem Brown, to approve the agreement with Carollo Engineers for the Source Water Improvement Study services in the amount not to exceed $175,550 for the term February 12, 2024 – June 30, 2025, and authorize the Mayor to execute on behalf of the City and authorize a budget amendment, seconded by Councilmember Elizabeth Orona and carried 5-0. e. Discussion and possible direction to Staff regarding the Emergency Generator Projects for City Hall and Vet’s Hall
Public Works Director Olds narrated a PowerPoint presentation with an update of the Emergency Generator Projects for City Hall and Vet’s Hall.
Discussion followed regarding funding, the number of times the City has had a need for emergency power and duration of the need, function at a 50% level, the need for a generator for the well, pursuing all options for funding and having staff continue investigating options including solar.
Mayor Infanti invited public comments.
Dennis Beebe
There were no other public comments.
f. Approve Amendment No. 6 to the Agreement with GSI Water Solutions for participation in and assistance with the administrative hearing regarding the City’s Petition for Change before the State Water Resources Control Board Administrative Hearing Office in the amount of $19,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $330,700, and authorize the Mayor to execute on behalf of the City
Authorize a Budget Amendment in the Amount of $19,000
City Attorney O’Sullivan presented details of the report.
There were no public comments on this item.
Motion by Councilmember Elizabeth Orona, to approve Amendment No. 6 to the Agreement with GSI Water Solutions for participation in and assistance with the administrative hearing regarding the City’s Petition for Change before the State Water Resources Control Board Administrative Hearing Office in an amount of $19,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $330,700; authorize the Mayor to execute on behalf of the City and authorize a Budget Amendment in the Amount of $19,000, seconded by Mayor pro tem Brown and carried 5-0.
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7. COUNCIL CLOSING COMMENTS - None
8. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:09 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
Annamarie Porter, City Clerk
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