TWENTYNINE PALMS CITY COUNCIL
City Council - Regular Meeting MINUTES
City Hall, 6136 Adobe Road, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
www.29palms.org
April 26, 2022
CALL TO ORDER- Miss Anna Pollnow, called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance - Miss Anna Polnow led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Invocation - Mayor Pro Tem Wright gave the Invocation.
Roll Call - The following Councilmembers were present: Bilderain, Klink, Wright, O'Gilvie were present. Councilmember Mintz arrived at 6:14 p.m.
Closed Session Announcements - None.
Changes to the Agenda - There was one change: Miss Anna Pollnow, will be giving a Powerpoint Presentation on the High School Seniors.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor O'Gilvie announced that these proceedings may be viewed on demand on the City of Twentynine Palms website at www.29palms.org. You may also Live Stream this meeting by going on our website and clicking on the "Meeting Agendas" link.
AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, APPOINTMENTS AND PROCLAMATIONS
1. Presentation to the Twentynine Palms High School Girls' Softball Team, the Twentynine Palms High School Girls' Basketball Team and Rotary for their Participation in the Cash for Trash and Recycling Program.
Mayor Pro Tem Wright presented checks in the amount of $300 from the City of Twentynine Palms and checks for $300 on behalf of Burrtec Waste and Recycling to the Twentynine Palms High School Girls' Softball Team, the Twentynine Palms High School Girls' Basketball Team and Rotary for their participation in the Cash for Trash and Recycling Program.
2. Proclamation recognizing April 2022 Child Abuse Awareness Month Mayor O'Gilve read the Proclamation recognizing April 2022 as Child Abuse Awareness Month.
Miss Anna Pollnow, Twentynine Palms High School, gave a Power Point Presentation on the graduating class of 2022 and the various activities going on at Twentynine Palms High School.
COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED
Councilmember Mintz mentioned that his High School Softball girls won today and that put them in 3rd place in the League, he attended the City/County Conference in Lake Arrowhead and he attended the Coffee with the Cops.
Councilmember Klink wished everyone celebrating a birthday in April a Happy Birthday. He reminded everyone that it is getting hot out so he asked everyone to be attentive with children and pets.
Councilmember Bilderain commented that he did not attend any meetings in April. He reminded everyone that Mother's Day is in two weeks.
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Mayor Pro Tem Wright commented that he attended the following: MBTA meeting, an MBTA rebranding meeting, the City/County Conference.
Mayor O'Gilvie mentioned that she attended the City/County Conference, Opening Ceremonies for Little Leage and she got to throw the first pitch, and she attended the MBTA meetings that Mayor Pro Tem Wright attended. She mentioned that she was the guest speaker for the Kiwanis Club earlier that day and she reminded everyone that tomorrow is Administrative Assistants Day.
CONSENT CALENDAR
3. Waive the Reading of Ordinance and Approve the Reading by Title Only.
4. Approval of Minutes of the City Council Meeting Held on March 8, 2022 and March 21, 2022.
5. Approval of Project Phoenix Warrant Register Totaling $690,514.90.
6. Approval of Warrant Register Totaling $2,045,328.42.
7. Appointment of City Treasurer.
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council adopt Resolution No. 22-___ appointing the Finance Director as the City Treasurer.
8. Morongo Basin Ambulance Report - March 2022.
9. Legislative Report - March 2022.
10. Design Contract Amendment for the Split Rock Avenue Bridge Project.
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council approve Amendment #1 with Dokken Engineering, in the amount of $24,482.28 for Right-of-Way services, and approve the extension of time request to December 31, 2022.
11. Single Audit Report on Federal Awards for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020-21.
RECOMMENDATION: City Council receive and file.
12. Acceptance of Construction for the Project Phoenix Sewer and Water Improvements.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Accept the Project Phoenix Sewer and Water Improvements as completed for a total cost of $933,915.42;
2. Authorize Staff to record a Notice of Completion;
3. Approve the release of all withheld retention, $46,695.77, after thirty (30) days from the date of recordation;
4. Authorize the dedication of the water improvements to the Twentynine Palms Water District.
ACTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Mintz, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Wright to approve the Consent Calendar as submitted.
Councilmember Mintz abstained from items 5 and 12 due to a possible conflict of interest.
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The above motion was carried by the following:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: BILDERAIN, KLINK, MINTZ, WRIGHT, O'GILVIE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: MINTZ FROM ITEMS 5 AND 12
ABSENT: NONE
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION - None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
13. Development Impact Fee (DIF).
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council approve the Impact Fee Nexus Study.
City Manager Luckino presented the Staff Report. He then passed the floor to Mr. James Edison, with Wildan Financial, who provided a Power Point Presentation.
Mayor O'Gilvie opened the Public Hearing.
Mayor O'Gilvie closed the Public Hearing.
After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Councilmember Mintz, seconded by Councilmember Klink to approve the Impact Fee Nexus Study.
The above motion was carried by the following:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: BILDERAIN, KLINK, MINTZ, WRIGHT, O'GILVIE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
14. Adoption of the Downtown Specific Plan and Mitigated Negative Declaration.
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council hold a Public Hearing, introduce Ordinance No. 298 and approve Ordinance No. 298, adopting the new Downtown Specific Plan and the associated Mitigate Negative Declaration.
Community Development Director Clark (Director Clark) presented the Staff Report and Power Point Presentation.
Mayor O'Gilvie opened the Public Hearing.
Mayor O'Gilvie closed the Public Hearing.
After a brief discussion, a motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Wright, seconded by Councilmember Bilderain to approve Ordinance No. 298, adopting the new Downtown Specific Plan and the associated Mitigated Negative Declaration with the two proposed clarifications which are: that laundromats/dry cleaners be explicitly listed in the land use table and that the lot/building coverage minimum of 50% in Downtown Traditional zone include items such as "patio space, outdoor dining, parking and storm water management" and one change: that Senior Housing be listed as a by-right "Permitted" use and not a required "Conditional Use Permit".
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The above motion was carried by the following:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: BILDERAIN, KLINK, MINTZ, WRIGHT, O'GILVIE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
15. Contract Code Enforcement for Weekend Coverage.
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council approve an extension with Southwest Security to provide private security to enforce our local rules on Friday and Saturday evenings indefinitely for $35,100 annually.
City Manager Luckino presented the Staff Report.
Octavius Scot, Twentynine Palms, asked the City Council if the City has done a cost benefit analysis regarding law enforcement on whether the Sheriff's Department should be contracted or should they be a city department.
Timothy Christians, Twentynine Palms, asked what kind of authority this security company does have and said the duties of this company should be looked at.
City Manager Luckino replied that the company does not have the authority that law enforcement has. They will record complaints and then hand them over to Code Enforcement.
ACTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Mintz, seconded by Councilmember Bilderain to approve an extension with Southwest Security to provide private security to enforce our local rules on Friday and Saturday evenings indefinitely for $35,100 annually.
The above motion was carried by the following:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: BILDERAIN, KLINK, MINTZ, WRIGHT, O'GILVIE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
16. City Sewer Project Engineering.
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council approve the scope of services to complete the final design for Phase 1 (trunk and collection) along with Phase 2 trunk lines for furtherance of the City Sewer Project and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a contract in the amount of $1,883,200 with NV5.
City Manager Luckino presented the Staff Report.
Jeffrey Johnson, Twentynine Palms, spoke against the sewer system.
Matt Shragge, General Manager of the Twentynine Palms Water District, gave some input on the proposed sewer system. He hears from the public that they are not getting a voice to give input on this issue. He commented that the Water District is here to work with the City.
ACTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Klink, seconded by Councilmember Mintz to approve the scope of services to complete the final design for Phase 1 (trunk and collection) along with Phase 2
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trunk lines for furtherance of the City Sewer Project and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a contract in the amount of $1,883,200 with NV5.
The above motion was carried by the following:
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: BILDERAIN, KLINK, MINTZ, WRIGHT, O'GILVIE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
FUTURE COUNCIL INITIATED ITEMS
1. Adding Sidewalk and picnic tables in Veterans' Park.
2. Shopping Carts.
3. Voting for Mayor as opposed to current selection process.
4. Seasonal banners throughout the City.
5. Solar Moratorium.
6. Expanding the coverage area of the Building Improvement Program.
No items were added. Councilmember Klink asked for an update on the shopping cart item. City Manager Luckino provided some information related to this.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jude Brooks, Twentynine Palms, commented on the Air BnB issue, mentioning there is a problem and this needs to be addressed.
Timothy Christians, Twentynine Palms, commented on the construction work being done at a home in Indian Cove, mentioning the water being used at this development excessively. He also mentioned that work begins early and they work late at night, not obeying the 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. time frame.
CITY MANAGER UPDATE
City Manager Luckino mentioned that Staff is working on submitting an application for a 90-unit low-income housing complex behind City Hall, staffing shortages are hitting public agencies, Staff is addressing a sewer issue at Project Phoenix and we are also working through the process for low income housing on Elm Street.
ADJOURNMENT - Mayor O'Gilvie adjourned the meeting at 7:56 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Cindy Villescas, CMC
City Clerk/PIO
City of Twentynine Palms