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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 5:00 p.m. Closed Session
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 6:00 p.m. Regular Session
5:00 p.m. Closed Session
Call to Order
Roll Call
Present: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
Public Comments for Closed Session Items
None
Declaration of Closed Session Item(s) by City Attorney
City Attorney Andre De Bortnowsky announced one (1) closed session item as set forth on the agenda.
CITY COUNCIL
A. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b)
Position Title: City Manager
Recess to Closed Session
6:00 p.m. Regular Session
Call to Order
Roll Call
Present: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
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
Closed Session Announcements by the City Attorney
City Attorney Andre De Bortnowsky announced one (1) closed session item as set forth on the agenda. There were no reportable actions with respect to this item.
Invocation: Pastor Jairo Gaviria from Calvary Chapel Victorville Pledge of Allegiance: Lieutenant Marc Bracco
City Clerk Presents Agenda/Revisions to Agenda
City Clerk announced two (2) revisions.
Revision to agenda item 2: Revising draft ordinance 2450 "Attachment A" correcting an inadvertent typographical error.
Revision to agenda item 21: Revising Fiscal Impact section increasing the Annual Services Agreements total amount from $25,039,617.18 to $25,059,617.18. Also, revising the Discussion section in the Annual Services Provider Agreements Harrison Associates to include Community Revitalization Investment Authority Services for the Planning department at $20,000.
Conflict of Interest Declarations
There were 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:
Nicole Orr and Regina Bell spoke on general items
Christine Montez spoke on general items
Linda Titus spoke on general item
City Clerk Thompson announced a public comment was received through email which was posted to the website and distributed.
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
Vacation of Green Tree Boulevard Excess Right-of-Way and CEQA determination
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Open and conduct a public hearing to consider the vacation (abandonment) of portions of roadway easements on Green Tree Boulevard;
(2) Hear evidence offered by persons interested in the vacation; (3) Find the vacation not subject to environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3); and
(4) Adopt Resolution No. 24-047 vacating the easement dedications as described and depicted by the exhibits attached thereto and ordering the recordation of the same, subject to the prior satisfaction of conditions requiring replacement access.
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: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
2. An Amendment to the Victorville Municipal Code with an Environmental Exemption making various changes pertaining to the regulation and inspection of retail establishments that sell alcohol or tobacco for off-site consumption Alex Jauregui, Assistant City Planner, gave a presentation to introduce Ordinance No. 2450
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council conduct a public hearing, receive public testimony, and take the following actions:
(1) Find the Code Amendment exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA);
(2) Introduce Ordinance No. 2450 for adoption, and first reading by title only, to amend Title 16 of the Victorville Municipal Code;
(3) Waive a further reading in full of proposed Ordinance No. 2450; and (4) Authorize City staff to seek grant funding to support the implementation of Ordinance No. 2450.
Questions ensued
The Chair called for a Recess at 6:46 p.m.
The Recess concluded at 7:14 p.m.
The Chair opened the Public Hearing
The following people spoke:
Kenneth Artery spoke in support
Michael Grabhorn spoke in support
Nicole Artery spoke in support
Miatenae Collier-Turner spoke in support
Kisha Collier spoke in support
Sir Duplechan spoke in support
Linda Titus spoke in support
The Chair closed the Public Hearing
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
CONSENT CALENDAR
3. Payroll Demand Schedule No. 10A
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Payroll Demand Schedule No. 10A for Payroll Period March 29, 2024, through April 12, 2024, in the amount of $2,108,169.44 covering Check Nos. 33973 through 33998, including Vendor checks. Please note employee Check No. 33981 has a live Check and an EFT Advice. Also included are Advice Nos. 312570 through 313108, per adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (period covering July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024).
4. Payroll Demand Schedule No. 10B
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Payroll Demand Schedule No. 10B for Payroll Period April 12, 2024, through April 26, 2024, in the amount of $2,293,627.69 covering Check Nos. 33999 through 34024, including Vendor checks. Please note employee Check Nos. 34009, 34011, and 34012 have a live Check and an EFT Advice. Also included are Advice Nos. 313109 through 313655, per adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (period covering July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024).
5. Presentation of Resolution No. 24-053 - Confirming the Annual Special Tax Amount to be Levied in Community Facilities District (CFD") 01-01 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (Mello-Roos); and presentation of Resolution No. 24-054 - Confirming the Annual Special Tax Amount to be Levied in Community Facilities District ('CFD") 07-01 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (Mello-Roos) Recommendation:
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 24-053 to confirm the annual special tax to be applied to property taxes of CFD 01-01 affected parcels and adopt Resolution No. 24-054 to confirm the annual special tax to be applied to property taxes of CFD 07-01 affected parcels.
6. Notice of Completion - Bear Valley Road Overhead Bridge at BNSF Railroad Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council accept as complete and approved the Notice of Completion for the Bear Valley Road Overhead Bridge at BNSF Railroad project and authorized the City Manager to execute the Notice of Completion.
7. Commercial Demand Schedule No. 22
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Commercial Demand Schedule No. 22 in the amount of $5,681,786.28, covering Electronic Fund Transfers No. 339375 through 339616 and Warrant No. 795460 through 795599 for 05/22/2024 through 05/29/2024, per the adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 for the period covering July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
8. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 16463
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the full release of the Water and Sewer Public Improvement Faithful Performance Securities for Tract Map No. 16463.
9. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 16720
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Approve the full release of the Sewer Public Improvement Faithful Performance Security for Tract Map No. 16720; and
(2) Approve the full release of the Sewer Public Improvement Labor & Materials Security for Tract Map No. 16720.
10. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 14992
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the full release of the Street Public Improvement Labor and Material Security for Tract Map No. 14992.
11. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 14751
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the full release of the Street Public Improvement Labor and Material Security for Tract Map No. 14751.
12. Economic Development Activity Report
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file the attached Economic Development Activity Report.
13. Notice of Completion - Sewer Main Lining Project 2023 Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council accept as complete and approve the Notice of Completion for Sewer Main Lining Project 2023 and authorize the City Manager to execute the Notice of Completion.
14. Notice of Completion for Runway 17/35 Reconstruction Phases IIIB and IV, Project #CCH23-111
Recommendation:
That the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority Board of Directors:
(1) Approve the Notice of Completion for the Runway 17/35 Reconstruction Phases IIIB and IV, Project #CCH23-111; and
(2) Authorize the Airport Director to execute the Notice of Completion.
15. Settlement Agreement between the City of Victorville and Milly Tam and Sandra Zhu
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the Citation Settlement Agreement by and between Milly Tam, Sandra Zhu and the City of Victorville in regard to Citation No. 30733 and authorize the City Manager to execute the Citation Settlement Agreement.
16. Adoption of Resolution No. 24-070 approving the updated Wildfire Mitigation Plan for the City of Victorville Municipal Utility Services
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council Adopt Resolution No. 24-070:
(1) Approving and amending the revised Victorville Municipal Utility Services ("VMUS") updated Wildfire Mitigation Plan; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to make minor plan modifications and submit to the State to ensure compliance with State legislation as needed
17. Fire Department Newsletter
Recommendation:
No action is necessary - informational only
18. Reduction of Securities for Tract Map No. 14721
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the full release of the Street Public Improvement Labor and Material Security for Tract Map No. 14721.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for Consent Calendar items 3 through 18
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
19. Annual Financial Reports for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2023 Kassie Radermacher with Clifton Larson Allen gave a presentation of the City of Victorville's Financial Audit.
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors approve a motion to receive and file the following:
(1) City of Victorville Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2023,
(2) Independent Auditor's Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting and on Compliance and Other Matters Based on an Audit of Financial Statements Performed in Accordance with Governmental Auditing Standards for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2023,
(3) Victorville Water District Basic Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2023, and
(4) Southern California Logistics Airport Authority Basic Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2023.
Questions ensued
Council Member Irving left the dais at 7:53 p.m.
Council Member Irving returned to the dais at 7:55 p.m.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
20. Project Proposal to California Transportation Commission for Local Streets and Roads Funding for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Adopt Resolution No. 24-030, approving three (3) road projects for submittal to the California Transportation Commission (CTC) to be eligible to receive Local Streets and Roads Funds for Fiscal Year 2024-2025; and
(2) Authorize staff to submit this project proposal to the CTC.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
21. Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Contract Renewals - Annual Supply and Service Agreements
Recommendation:
That the City Council / Board of Directors award contract renewals for the Annual Supply and Service Agreements to various vendors and suppliers for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 per the Adopted Budget approved on June 04, 2024.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation as revised Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Mayor Becerra
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
22. Extension of Sunset Date for Certain Temporary Fee and Penalty Waivers For Animal Care and Control Pursuant to Section 7.04.055 of Chapter 7.04, Title 7 of the Victorville Municipal Code
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council adopt Resolution No. 24-055, extending the sunset date of certain temporary fee and penalty waivers associated with the licensing and impoundment of dogs and cats in the city as provided in Victorville Municipal Code Section 7.04.055 to December 31, 2024.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
23. National Opioid Settlement Agreements
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Adopt Resolution No. 24-072, amending the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024; approving an increase in revenue and expenditures related to the National Opioids Settlement Agreements; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to use all Opioid Settlement Fund Disbursements, including future funds, in accordance with the List of Opioid Remediation Uses provided in the Opioid Settlements.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Mayor Becerra
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
24. Agreement Between the County of San Bernardino and the City of Victorville for the New Police Station and Civic Plaza
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Adopt Resolution No. 24-056 authorizing a contract between the City of Victorville and San Bernardino County to receive funding in the amount not-to- exceed $3,700,000 for the new Police Station and Civic Plaza; (2) Adopt Resolution No. 24-057, amending the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025; approving an increase in revenue and expenditures; and (3) Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents to effectuate the contract.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Seconded: Council Member Jones
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
25. Annual Confirmation of Maintenance Assessment Districts for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Approve Resolution Nos. 24-058, 24-061, 24-064, and 24-067 authorizing the initiation of proceedings for the annual levy of assessments for the Maintenance Assessment Districts, Drainage Facilities Assessments Districts, Landscaping Maintenance Assessment Districts, and the City-Wide Streetlight Assessment District for Fiscal Year 2024/2025;
(2) Approve Resolution Nos. 24-059, 24-062, 24-065, and 24-068 preliminarily approving the consolidated Engineer's Reports filed in support of the levy of assessments for Fiscal Year 2024/2025; and
(3) Approve Resolutions Nos. 24-060, 24-063, 24-066, and 24-069 declaring its intention to levy the maintenance assessment districts for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 and setting a Public Hearing date of July 16, 2024.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Council Member Jones
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
26. Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Training Schedule for City Council Members Recommendation:
That Your Honorable City Council direct staff which business events Council will attend during Fiscal Year 2024-2025 to allow sufficient time for registration and travel accommodations.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendation as revised to include the Congressional Black Caucus Conference, Dr. Kenisha Williams Transform Growth Conference, and National League of Mayors as an option for Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, and Mayor Beccera
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
27. Cancellation of the July 2, 2024 regular City Council meeting Recommendation:
Any action is at the discretion of Your Honorable City Council.
Motion was made to approve the cancellation of the July 2, 2024, regular City Council meeting
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Council Member Jones
Comments ensued
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
28. Discussion and Possible Action regarding Assembly Bill 3259 (now Assembly Bill 2443 Carrillo) as it relates to transactions and use taxes Recommendation:
Any action is at the discretion of Your Honorable City Council.
Motion was made to approve City Council's formal support on Assembly Bill 2443 and authorize Mayor Becerra to testify in Sacramento if necessary Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Mayor Becerra
Motion passed 4-0
Ayes: Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: Council Member Gomez
29. City Manager Reports
City Manager Keith C. Metzler announced Code Compliance is encouraging everyone to attend the Independence Day Fireworks Show at the San Bernardino County Fairgrounds on July 4, 2024. He also announced Code Compliance is continuing to issue citations to anyone lighting fireworks in the community. City Manager Keith C. Metzler announced Animal Care and Control will have their next adoption event at City Hall during the Low-Cost Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, June 22nd, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and at the High Desert Farmers Market on Thursday, June 27", 2024. He also announced Concerts in the Park will be at Hook Park beginning Friday, June 21st t, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
30. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Upcoming Agenda Items None
31. Reports from Council Members
Council Member Jones reported on her attendance to the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Board of Directors meeting, the SCTA Mountain Desert Policy Committee, and the Policy and Procedure Manual Workshop. Council Member Jones also reported her excitement for the Concerts in the Park.
Mayor Pro Tem Harriman reported his excitement for the Concerts in the Park.
Mayor Becerra gave her gratitude to the Fire Fighters that helped with the local fires.
Adjournment
Mayor Becerra adjourned the meeting at 8:53 p.m.
Attest:
Elizabeth Becerra, Mayor Shiter Thompson City Clerk