City Council Chambers
Victorille 14343 Civic Drive
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, April 15, 2025 6:00 p.m. Regular Session
5:00 p.m. Closed Session
Call to Order
Roll Call
Present: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: None
Public Comments for Closed Session Items
None
Declaration of Closed Session Items) by City Attorney
CITY COUNCIL
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(4) Number of potential cases: One (1)
Based on existing facts and circumstances, the legislative body fo the local agency has decided to initiate or is deciding whether to initiate litigation.
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Case Name: Randy Weng vs. City of Victorville
Case No.: CIVSB2314479
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Case Name: In re: The Appeal of Khachatur Kalantaryan
Case No.: CIVSB2400308
D. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (1):
Case Name: In re: The Appeal of Andranik Bebedezyn
Case No.: CIVSB2410678
E. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Case Name: In re: The Appeal of Andranik Bebedezyn
Case No.: CIVSB2410679
F. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Case Name: Ju Chen
Case No.: CODE20-00431 (Citation No. 22843)
Recess to Closed Session
6:00 p.m. Regular Session
Call to Order
Roll Call
Present: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Absent: None
Also Present: City Manager Keith C. Metzler, Deputy City Manager Jenele Davidson, Deputy City Manager Scott Webb, Deputy City
Manager Tony Camargo, City Attorney Andre de
Bortnowsky, City Clerk Jennifer Thompson
Closed Session Announcements by the City Attorney
City Attorney Andre de Bortnowsky announced six (6) closed session items as set forth on the agenda. There were no reportable actions with respect to the items.
Invocation: Pastor Joseph Garibay from Calvary Chapel Victorville Pledge of Allegiance: Police Captain Randy German
Proclamations/Special Presentations
Introduction of new Police Captain, Jerry Davenport
Presentation of New Hires and Promotions to City Council Proclamation Declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month City Clerk Presents Agenda/Revisions to Agenda
City Clerk announced one (1) revision. Revision to agenda item 9:
Revising Attachment B: Victorville Water District Basic Financial Statements for Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2024.
Revising Attachment C: Southern California Logistics Airport Authority Basic Financial Statements for Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2024.
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:
Daletha Estrada spoke on general items
Lisa Martinelli spoke on general items
John Pinkerton spoke on general items
Jenifer Rader spoke on general items
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
1. Doris Davies Ribbon Gutter Reconstruction Project - Notice of Exemption and Award of Construction Contract
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council;
(1) Open and conduct a public hearing, and receive testimony regarding the proposed 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;
(4) Adopt Resolution No. 25-036 to amend the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget to reflect an additional appropriation of $110,100.00 from Fund 202 and additional expenses in the amount of $110,100.00 from Fund 202; and (5) Award a construction contract to Kelley's Underground Construction, Inc. in the amount of $206,720.
Questions ensued
The Chair opened the Public Hearing
There were no speakers
The Chair closed the Public Hearing
Motion was made to approve points 3 through 5 of staff recommendations Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Payroll Demand Schedule No. 7B
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Payroll Demand Schedule No. 7B for Payroll Period January 3, 2025, through January 17, 2025, in the amount of $2,295,327.24 covering Check Nos. 34437 through 34446 including Vendor checks. Also included are Advice Nos. 323668 through 324221, per adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (period covering July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025).
3. Release of the Labor and Materials Security Associated with a Single-Family Home located at 9525 Goss Road
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the full release of the Water Improvement Labor and Materials Security associated with a single-family home located at 9525 Goss Road.
4. Settlement Agreement between the City of Victorville and Lan Fang Wang Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the Citation Settlement Agreement by and between Lan Fang Wang and the City of Victorville in regard to Citation No. 25852.
5. Engineering Report for the Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council review and file this quarterly report.
6. Community Services Quarterly Report for the Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2025 Recommendation:
That the Honorable Victorville City Council review and file.
7. Commercial Demand Schedule No. 19
Recommendation:
That the City Council and Board of Directors ratify Commercial Demand Schedule No. 19 in the amount of $7,768,558.92, covering Electronic Fund Transfers No. 343547 through 343793 and Warrant No. 799081 through 799270 for 03/20/2025 through 04/02/2025 and Wire Transfer dated 04/02/2025, per the adopted budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 for the period covering July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
8. Minutes of the February 18 and March 4, 2025, Regular City Council Meetings and the March 5, 2025, Special City Council Meeting
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings held on February 18 and March 4, 2025, and the Special City Council Meeting held on March 5, 2025.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for Consent Calendar items 2 through 8
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Council Member Gaudin
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Motion was made to consider items 9 and 10 concurrently with Council Member questions and comments treated as one item.
Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
9. Annual Financial Reports for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024 Recommendation:
That the Honorable 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, 2024;
(2) Victorville Water District Basic Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2024; and
(3) Southern California Logistics Airport Authority Basic Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2024.
10. Annual Single Audit Report on Federal Grants for Year Ended June 30, 2024 Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council receive and file the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Single Audit Report.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for items 9 and 10 Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Motion was made to consider items 11 and 12 concurrently with Council Member questions and comments treated as one item.
Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Council Member Gaudin
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
11. Amendment No. 1 to the Consultant/Professional Services Provider Agreement with Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council acting as the City as Housing Assets Successor approve Amendment No. 1 to the Consultant/Professional Services Provider Agreement by and between the City as Housing Assets Successor (CHAS") of the former Victorville Redevelopment Agency and Ninyo & Moore Geotechnical and Environmental Sciences Consultants ("Ninyo & Moore") in the amount not to exceed $252,494.31.
12. Acceptance of Site Cleanup Subaccount Program Grant Agreement and Funds Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Adopt Resolution No. 25-019 Entering into a Site Cleanup Subaccount Program (SCAP") Grant Agreement with the California State Water Resources Control Board accepting the grant award in the amount of $483,353 for the purposes of funding site investigation and remedial action at the Former Nuway Dry Cleaners (2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement and amendments, subject to minor non-substantive changes, and designating the Deputy City Manager as an additional signing agent of the City authorized to sign and submit any and all documents related to request for reimbursements; and (3) Adopt Resolution No. 25-020 Amending the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 approving additional revenue and expenditures in the amount of $483,353.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations for items 11 and 12 Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Council Member Gaudin
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
13. La Paz Drive/Seneca Road Traffic Circle Quick Build Project - Notice of Exemption and Intent to Accept Competitive Grant Award
Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council;
(1) Adopt Resolution 25-023 of the City of Victorville declaring intent to accept a SCAG Competitive Grant Award for the La Paz/Seneca Road Traffic Circle Quick Build Project, finding the Project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to accept award; and
(2) Approve the Notice of Exemption and authorize staff to file the notice with the Office of Planning and Research and the County Clerk.
Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Seconded: Council Member Jones
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
14. Acceptance of Roadway and Access & Maintenance Easement Deeds for the Bear Valley Road Bridge Over Mojave River Rehabilitation and Widening Project Recommendation:
That the Honorable City Council:
(1) Accept a Roadway Easement Deed from Victor Valley Community College District for the Bear Valley Road Bridge Over Mojave River Rehabilitation and Widening Project;
(2) Accept an Access & Maintenance Easement Deed from Victor Valley Community College District for the Bear Valley Road Bridge Over Mojave River Rehabilitation and Widening Project; and
(3) Authorize the City Manager to execute the easement deeds on the City's Questions ensued
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
15. Standard Sublease Agreement for Building 682C by and between the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority and Anduril Industries, Inc.
Recommendation:
That the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority ("SCLAA") Board of Directors:
(1) Approve entering into a Standard Sublease Agreement for Building 682C ("Agreement"), by and between the SCLAA and Anduril Industries, Inc., ("Anduril"); and
(2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute said Agreement.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Mayor Becerra
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
16. Standard Sublease Agreement for Buildings 717B, 671, 675 and Lot 20 by and between the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority and The Boeing Company
Recommendation:
That the Southern California Logistics Airport Authority ("SCLAA") Board of Directors:
(1) Approve entering into a Standard Sublease Agreement for Buildings 717B, 671, 675 and Lot 20 ("Agreement"), by and between the SCLAA and The Boeing Company, ("Boeing"); and
(2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute said Agreement; and (3) Adopt Resolution No. SCLAA 25-008 amending the 2024/2025 budget increasing revenue in account 4500125-44605 by $179,514.12.
Motion was made to approve staff recommendations
Moved: Council Member Jones
Seconded: Council Member Gaudin
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
17. Discussion and possible action to place a memorial sign at the intersection of El Evado Road and Seneca Road in honor of Deputy Hector Cuevas Jr.
Recommendation:
Any action is at the discretion of Your Honorable City Council.
Motion was made to install four signs at the intersection of El Evado Road and Seneca Road
Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Mayor Pro Tem Harriman
Comments ensued
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
18. Discussion and possible action to determine whether members of the City's commissions, committees and boards should adhere to the same standards as the City Council specifically including but not limited to administrative procedures, communication, conduct and conflict of interest provisions as outlined in the City Council Policy and Procedures Manual
Recommendation:
Any action is at the discretion of Your Honorable City Council.
Questions ensued
No action taken
19. City Manager Reports
City Manager Keith C. Metzler announced Animal Services will be at the Victor Valley College High Desert Farmer's Market Thursday, April 24t, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., for pet adoption or foster. Animal Services will also be hosting a Free First Time License and Microchipping Event on Saturday, April 26"h, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the New Animal Care & Adoption Center.
The Code Enforcement Division is continuing to investigate properties that contain dry vegetation throughout the City. A total of 190 cases have been completed this fiscal year, with an approximate 60% compliance from property owners.
The City's Annual Spring Festival and Egg Hunt is Saturday, April 19th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hook Park. Pre-registration is required for the event and can be completed on the City's website.
Genises Construction will begin work on the pressure zone change on April 21s' to address low pressure water issues near Balsam and Bear Valley Road.
20. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Upcoming Agenda Items Motion was made to agendize an item for discussion and possible action at the May 20th regular City Council meeting to require each board, commission and committee to develop its own Code of Conduct, which includes standards related to administrative procedures, communication protocols, and conflict of interest provisions
Moved: Council Member Gaudin
Seconded: Council Member Jones
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Motion was made to agendize an item for discussion and possible action at the May 6th regular City Council meeting to approve a written letter of reference on the City's letterhead for Terrance Stone, former CSAC committee member, in support of his nomination to receive an honorary doctorate degree in humanities from Elbon Solutions College of Ministry
Moved: Council Member Irving
Seconded: Council Member Jones
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
Motion was made to agendize an item for discussion and possible action at the May 6th regular City Council meeting to allow the Mayor to attend meetings in Washington D.C. with legislators regarding the City's submission of applications for member directed discretionary federal funds
Moved: Mayor Becerra
Seconded: Council Member Irving
Motion passed 5-0
Ayes: Council Member Gaudin, Council Member Irving, Council Member Jones, Mayor Pro Tem Harriman, Mayor Becerra
21. Reports from Council Members
None
Adjournment
Mayor Becerra adjourned the meeting at 8:21 p.m.
Attest:
Ss Bao
Elizabeth Becerra, Mayor Jennifer Thompson, City Clerk