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Victorville, CA
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VICTORVILLE CITY COUNCIL
VICTORVILLE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LOGISTICS AIRPORT AUTHORITY
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
THE CITY AS HOUSING ASSETS SUCCESSOR
JOINT POWERS FINANCING AUTHORITY
VICTORVILLE WATER DISTRICT
Regular Meeting Minutes 6:00 p.m. Regular Session
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
6:00 p.m. Regular Session
Call to Order
Roll Call
Present: Council Member Gomez, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: None
Also Present: City Manager Keith C. Metzler, Deputy City Manager Sophie Smith, Deputy City Manager Jenele Davidson, City Clerk
Jennifer Thompson, City Attorney Andre de Bortnowsky
Invocation: Pastor Jairo Gaziria from Calvary Chapel Victorville Pledge of Allegiance: Police Lieutenant Marc Bracco
City Clerk Presents Agenda/Revisions to Agenda
Agenda presented with no revisions reported.
Conflict of Interest Declarations
There we no conflicts of interest reported.
Introduction to Public Comments
City Clerk Thompson provided an opening statement regarding public comments.
Public Comments
The following people spoke:
Al Cutillo spoke on general items
Maria Robabaugh spoke on general items
Brendan O'Brien spoke on general items
Roo McMahon spoke on general items
Kareema Abdul Khabir spoke on general items
Cresenciana Rios spoke on general items
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
1. Kern River Interconnect Project
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Open and conduct a public hearing, receiving testimony regarding the proposed capital improvement project;
(2) Close the Public Hearing;
(3) Approve the Notice of Exemption and authorize staff to file the notice with the Office of Planning and Research and the County clerk; and (4) Award a construction contract to Arizona Pipeline Company, in the amount of $709,024.79 for Kern River Interconnect Project.
Questions ensued
The Chair opened the Public Hearing
There were no speakers
The Chair closed the Public Hearing
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 3 and 4 Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-1
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Noes: Council Member Gomez
2. Old Town Septic to Sewer Conversion Project
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Open and conduct a public hearing, receiving testimony regarding the proposed capital improvement project (CIP);
(2) Close the Public Hearing;
(3) Approve the Notice of Exemption and authorize staff to file the notice with the Office of Planning and Research and the County Clerk; and (4) Award a construction contract to Kerns, Inc., in the amount of $724,223 for the Old Town Septic to Sewer Conversion Project.
The Chair opened the Public Hearing
Blanca Gomez spoke in opposition
The Chair closed the Public Hearing
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for points 3 and 4 Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 4-1
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Noes: Council Member Gomez
CONSENT CALENDAR
3. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 18100
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Approve the full release of the Water, Sewer, and Monumentation Faithful Performance Securities for Tract Map No. 18100; and
(2) Approve the full release of the Water and Sewer Labor & Materials Securities for Tract Map No. 18100.
4. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 16828
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the full release of the Water and Sewer Faithful Performance and Labor & Materials Securities for Tract Map No. 16828.
5. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 16774
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the full release of the Water, Sewer, and Drainage Faithful Performance Securities for Tract Map No. 16774.
6. Payroll Demand Schedule No. 8A
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Payroll Demand Schedule No. 8A for Payroll Period January 19, 2024, through February 2, 2024, in the amount of $1,986,246.37 covering Check Nos. 33864 through 33880, including Vendor checks. Please note employee Check No. 33869 has a live Check and an EFT Advice. Also included are Advice Nos. 309896 through 310425, per adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (period covering July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024).
7. Commercial Demand Schedule No. 17
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Commercial Demand Schedule No. 17 in the amount of $4,325,991.11, covering Electronic Fund Transfers No. 338402 through 338568 and Warrant No. 794503 through 794706 for 03/13/2024 through 03/20/2024, per the adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 for the period covering July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
8. Fire Department Newsletter
Recommendation:
That the Honorable Council review and file the attached Fire Department Newsletter.
Minutes of the February 20, March 5, and March 19, 2024, Regular City Council Meetings
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings held on February 20, March 5, and March 19, 2024.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for Consent Calendar items 3 through 9
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 5-0 with Council Member Gomez voting no on item 9 Ayes: Council Member Gomez, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
10. Wellness Center Project Closeout
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the following:
(1) Phase 2 Supplemental Work Order No. 12 for the Wellness Center Construction Contract with Angeles Contractor Inc., (ACI) resulting in an increase of $127,940.99;
(2) Phase Supplemental Work Order No. 13 for the Wellness Center Construction Contract with Angeles Contractor Inc., (ACI) resulting in a decrease of $329,281.03;
(3) Phase 2 Supplemental Work Order No. 14 for the Wellness Center Construction Contract with ACl resulting in an increase not to exceed (4) Phase 2 Supplemental Work Order No. 15 for the Wellness Center Construction Contract with ACI resulting in an increase not to exceed $240,510.18;
(5) Phase 2 Supplemental Work Order No. 16 for the Wellness Center Construction Contract with ACI resulting in an increase not to exceed $1,198,712.91;
(6) Amendment No. 2 with CMC Architects resulting in an increase not to exceed $242,170 and to extend the term through June 30, 2024;
(7) Amendment No. 2 with Pacifica Services, Inc., resulting in an increase not to exceed $36,549.11 and to extend the term through April 30, 2024; (8) Amendment No. 2 to the General Services Provider Standard Agreement with Connect Homes resulting in a decrease of $311,211;
(9) Accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for Wellness Center Phase 1 Construction Contract with ACI and authorize the City Manager to execute the Notice of Completion; and
(10) Accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for Wellness Center Phase 2 Construction Contract with ACI and authorize the City Manager to execute the Notice of Completion.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-1
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Noes: Council Member Gomez
11. Purchase Agreement By and Between the City of Victorville and Brentwood Mortgage 147, LLC
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Approve the Standard Offer, Agreement and Escrow Instructions for the purchase of real estate by and between the City of Victorville and Brentwood Mortgage 147, LLC, for the acquisition of Assessor Parcel Numbers (APNs) 3106-261-15, 3106-261-16, 3106-261-17, and 3106-261-10; (2) Adopt Resolution No. 24-021 Amending the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Approving an Additional Appropriation of the Measure P Fund for the Purchase of Real Property for a Police Station and Civic Plaza; and (3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all transactional related documents to effectuate the acquisition.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-1
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Noes: Council Member Gomez
12. Award of a Standard Construction Agreement for Building 686 Interior Renovations, Project #CC24-061
Recommendation:
That the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority ("SCLAA") Board of Directors approve the Award of a Standard Construction Agreement to Bob Walters Jr. Construction Inc., in the amount not to exceed $385,600 for Building 686 Interior Renovations, Project #CC24-061.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gomez, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
13. Citywide Landscaping Beautification and Upkeep
Recommendation:
Any action is at the discretion of your Honorable City Council Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve mailing ballots to LMAD property owners 1-4 for a protest vote
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-1
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Noes: Council Member Gomez
14. Appointment to the Community Services Advisory Committee Recommendation:
That Your Honorable City Council appoint Alyson Mehrhof to serve on the Community Services Advisory Committee, as recommended by Mayor Becerra.
Question ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Council Member Gomez
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gomez, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
15. Renaming of the Green Tree Bridge to the Brian Gengler Overpass Recommendation:
Any action is at the discretion of Your Honorable City Council.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve the renaming of Green Tree Bridge to the Brian Gengler Overpass and adding a brass plaque
Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-1
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Noes: Council Member Gomez
16. Display Case for Awards
Recommendation:
Any action is at the discretion of Your Honorable City Council.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve the purchase of a display case for City awards to be placed in the front lobby of Victorville City Hall
Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Seconded: Mayor Becerra
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-1
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Noes: Council Member Gomez
17. City Manager Reports
City Manager Keith C. Metzler announced Animal Care and Control is hosting animal adoption events at Home Depot on April 6", 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and at Costco on April 13"h, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. He also announced new plans were submitted for a Dutch Bros. on Palmdale Rd and Cantina St.
18. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Upcoming Agenda Items Motion was made to agendize an item at the soonest possible meeting for discussion and possible action to request staff to provide an update on the Old Town Specific Plan and the Strategic Plan as it relates specifically to lighting in Old Town.
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Mayor Becerra
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gomez, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
19. Reports from Council Members
Council Member Jones reported on her attendance to the Victor Valley Wastewater Reclamation Authority meeting, as well as a meeting with Senator Wilk to tour the Wellness Center. Council Member Jones reported on giving the invocation at the Victor Valley Rescue Mission event. She also reported on her involvement as a judge at the Quinceanera Expo.
Mayor Pro Tem Harriman expressed his gratitude to the Public Works department.
Council Member Gomez reported on her involvement with the community.
Mayor Becerra reported on her attendance to the Cal Cities Forum in Adelanto.
She also reported CONFire was granted the contract to serve all of San Bernardino County as the new provider for ambulance services.
Adjournment
Mayor Becerra adjourned the meeting at 8:31 p.m.
Attest:
Elizabeth Becerra, Mayor Jenhifer Thompson, City Clerk