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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 2020 0219 CC SA REGMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK Moorpark, California February 19, 2020 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark and the Successor Agency was held on February 19, 2020, in the Council Chambers of said City located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. All items listed are heard and acted upon by the City Council unless otherwise noted. 1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Parvin called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Parks and Recreation Director Laurentowski led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL: Present: Staff Present: Councilmembers Enegren, Mikos, Pollock, Simons, and Mayor Parvin. Troy Brown, City Manager; Kevin Ennis, City Attorney; Deborah Traffenstedt, Assistant City Manager; Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director; Jeremy Laurentowski, Parks and Recreation Director; Sean Corrigan, City Engineer/Public Works Director; Karen Vaughn, Community Development Director; Captain Victor Fazio, Sheriff's Department; Brian Chong, Assistant to the City Manager; Teri Davis, Program Manager; Freddy Carrillo, Associate Planner II; Shaun Kroes, Program Manager; and Ky Spangler, City Clerk. 4. PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS: A. Recognition of Tania's Agency Upon the Occasion of Its 20th Anniversary of Service to the Community. Mayor Parvin presented Tania De Haz with a certificate of recognition on the occasion of the 20th Anniversary of Tania's Agency. 5. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. 6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 2 None. February 19, 2020 7. ANNOUNCEMENTS, FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS, AND REPORTS ON MEETINGS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED BY COUNCILMEMBERS AND MAYOR: Councilmember Mikos reported on February 7 she attended a presentation by Los Robles Hospital on the history and expansion of the hospital and its efforts related to partnering with the cities within Ventura County, and commented on the Los Robles Imaging Center located in Moorpark. Councilmember Pollock reported on February 26 he attended the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Regional Council meeting on the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) process stating that housing unit allocations are scheduled to be finalized at the March 5th meeting, and remarking that a different approach is being taken on the allocations which incorporates consideration of job center and High Quality Transit Areas (HQTA). Councilmember Pollock reported on February 7 he attended a performance of Peter Pan at the High Street Arts Theater. Councilmember Pollock reported on February 11 he attended a meeting of the Ventura County Air Pollution Control District. Councilmember Pollock reported on February 15 he participated in the first annual Moorpark Wine Hop where various wine bars in Moorpark were visited. Councilmember Pollock reported on February 18 and 19 he visited Sacramento and met with local assembly members regarding housing issues being faced by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) and challenges being faced at the local level; met with David Kim, Secretary for the State Transportation Agency and discussed Caltrans challenges; met with other legislators on various matters; and was invited to attend the State of the State Address today. Councilmember Enegren reported on February 13 he attended a meeting of the Ventura County Animal Services Commission and received a report on the status of the new animal shelter project and received a report on the overall Animal Services operation. Councilmember Simons commented on February 7 he attended the presentation by Los Robles Hospital. Mayor Parvin reported she attended the Clean Power Alliance meeting where a policy relating to changes to default rate products and adopted a procurement Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 3 February 19, 2020 approach for greenhouse gas free energy without using nuclear power as an energy option; attended the Los Robles Hospital presentation; judged the Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year event; and participated in a Ventura County LAFCO meeting. Mayor Parvin requested Council concurrence that the Parks and Recreation Commission consider a future agenda item regarding how we look at park rental permits and review current policies. CONSENSUS: It was the consensus of the City Council to direct the Parks and Recreation Commission to review the policies for park use and rentals and bring forward possible revisions for Council consideration. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Consider a Resolution Adopting a Negative Declaration and Approving General Plan Amendment No. 2014-01; an Ordinance Approving Zone Change No. 2014-01; an Ordinance Approving Development Agreement No. 2014-03, and a Resolution Approving Residential Planned Development No. 2014-02 and Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5869; for the Development of a 69 Unit Multi-Family Residential Condominium Project with a Recreation Center and Associated Site Improvements on a Previously-Developed 4.01-Acre Lot at 635 Los Angeles Avenue, on the Application of Menashe Kozar for Sky Line 66, LLC. Staff Recommendation: 1) Open the public hearing, accept public testimony and close the public hearing; 2) Adopt Resolution No. 2020-3887 adopting the Negative Declaration and approving General Plan Amendment No. 2014-01; and 3) Introduce Ordinance No. 481, approving Zone Change No. 2014-01, for first reading, waive full reading, and place this ordinance on the agenda for March 4, 2020, for purposes of providing second reading and adoption of the ordinance; and 4) Introduce Ordinance No. 482 approving Development Agreement No. 2014-03, for first reading, waive full reading, and place this ordinance on the agenda for March 4, 2020, for purposes of providing second reading and adoption of the ordinance; and 5) Adopt Resolution No. 2020-3888 approving Residential Planned Development Permit No. 2014-02 and Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5869. Mr. Carrillo gave the staff report. A discussion followed among the Councilmembers and staff regarding: 1) The size and number of parking spaces provided in garages and garage parking requirements; 2) Whether solar panels and electric car charging stations are provided; 3) Screening and setback concerns to maintain privacy for existing residents on Shasta Avenue; 4) Impacts to traffic based on the traffic study and vehicle counts; 5) The status of the Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 4 February 19, 2020 Easement Agreement with the adjacent Mission Bell Plaza property and potential provision of overflow parking; 6) The number and location of units requiring sound attenuating windows; 7) The manner and scope of Homeowners' Association provided landscape maintenance; and 8) Liquefaction. Jerome Buckmelter, Planning and Zoning consultant representing applicant Manny Kozar, spoke regarding the history of the project noting the site has been owned for 19 years, and discussed the pressing need to develop high quality housing. He provided clarification on garage parking spaces, electrical service size for the units, solar panels can be accommodated on 15% of the building roofs, landscaping, and site layout. Paul Lewis, Landscape Architect, spoke to clarify that there is a partition gate between units with a lock that is controlled by the HOA and the HOA water will be watering the rear yard trees. Mayor Parvin opened the public hearing. Tom Lucas, a Somis resident and Moorpark business owner, spoke in support and expressed excitement about the project, commented on the plant materials planned in the development, and noted that it will increase adjacent property values. Kathleen Lopez, a Moorpark resident, spoke in opposition to the project, expressing concerns about the project density and parking spaces needed for three bedroom units and the size of spaces in the garage, and inquired about the recourse for adjacent residents that may be impacted by the project's limited onsite parking. Nicole Funes, a Moorpark resident, spoke in opposition to the project and expressed concerns regarding the project's limited onsite parking and the impacts to the existing neighborhood, suggested permit-parking only on the adjacent streets or requiring parking stickers for condominium residents be considered, and requested an independent traffic analysis be conducted. Mayor Parvin closed the public hearing. A discussion followed among the Councilmembers and staff regarding: 1) The viability of permit parking; 2) The deficiency in the number of units produced during the current 2013-2021 housing cycle; 3) Construction phasing; 4) Construction of a decorative wall adjacent to Mission Bell Plaza; 5) Anticipated range of home prices; 6) Densities of similar developments in the City; 7) Inclusion of a CC&R requirement that garages be maintained open and free for vehicle parking; and 8) Require that solar panels be provided. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 5 February 19. 2020 Mr. Brown commented that if a future offsite parking problem being experienced, the City has a variety of measures that can be considered, up and to considering a residential parking permit program. Ms. Vaughn commented that the City was allocated to plan for 1164 units in the current housing cycle; to date, 579 have been constructed leaving a deficit of 640 units. The allocation for the upcoming housing cycle is anticipated at 1287 units, and noted the City will have to consider projects with greater densities than in the past to comply with the State's requirements. Mr. Ennis commented that the project is not currently zoned for residential use and therefore the Housing Accountability Act (HAA) does not apply to this site, therefore the City Council has discretion on the density for this proposed project. With respect to provision of solar panels, Mr. Brown suggested that the Council can require installation of solar as part of Development Agreement. It was further directed that garage parking stalls meet Moorpark Municipal Code requirements and the CC&R's include a requirement that garages be kept free for parking. MOTION: Councilmember Pollock moved and Councilmember Mikos seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-3887 adopting the Negative Declaration and approving General Plan Amendment No. 2014-01. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. Mr. Ennis read the title of Ordinance No. 481. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. 2014-01, FOR A CHANGE OF ZONING FROM COMMERCIAL OFFICE (C-0) TO RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (RPO 17.2U) FOR A 69 UNIT MUL Tl-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT, RECREATION CENTER, AND ASSOCIATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT 635 LOS ANGELES AVENUE MOTION: Councilmember Pollock moved and Councilmember Mikos seconded a motion to waive full reading, declare Ordinance No. 481 read for the first time, and place this ordinance on the agenda for March 4, 2020, for the purpose of providing second reading and adoption of the ordinance. The motion carried by a vote of 3-2 with Councilmember Enegren and Mayor Parvin dissenting. Mr. Ennis read the title of Ordinance No. 482. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 6 February 19, 2020 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 2014-03 BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF MOORPARK AND SKY LINE 66, LLC, FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2014-01, ZONE CHANGE NO. 2014-01, RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT NO. 2014-02, AND VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 5869, A 69 UNIT MUL Tl- FAMIL Y RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT, RECREATION CENTER, AND ASSOCIATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT 635 LOS ANGELES AVENUE MOTION: Councilmember Mikos moved and Councilmember Pollock seconded a motion to waive full reading, declare Ordinance No. 482 read for the first time, and place this ordinance on the agenda for March 4, 2020, for the purpose of providing second reading and adoption of the ordinance. The motion carried by a vote of 3-2 with Councilmember Enegren and Mayor Parvin dissenting. MOTION: Councilmember Pollock moved and Councilmember Mikos seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2020-3888 approving Residential Planned Development Permit No. 2014-02 and Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 5869 as amended to include additional conditions of approval requiring garage parking must meet Moorpark Municipal Code standards, and requiring Project CC&Rs include a requirement that garages be kept free for vehicle parking. The motion carried by a vote of 3-2 with Councilmember Enegren and Mayor Parvin dissenting. Mayor Parvin called a recess at 8:58 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 9:11 p.m. with all members present. 9. PRESENTATION/ACTION/DISCUSSION: A. Easy Fire: After-Action Review Report and Lessons Learned. Staff Recommendation: Receive and file report. Ventura County Fire Department Division Chief Shea, Moorpark Police Chief Fazio, and Ms. Davis provided the After Action Report. Additionally, Southern California Edison Government Relations Manager Gonzales also provided information regarding Edison's Public Safety Shutoff Program. There were no speakers. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 7 February 19, 2020 The City Council inquired about the cause of the fire. Chief Shea stated the Origin and Cause Report has been prepared, however, the report is working its way through the review and approval process and results will be released following the conclusion of this process. CONSENSUS: It was the consensus of the City Council to receive the Easy Fire After Action Report. 10. CONSENT CALENDAR: (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) MOTION: Councilmember Simons moved and Mayor Parvin seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by a roll call vote of 4-0 with Councilmember Pollock absent. A. Consider Warrant Register for Fiscal Year 2019/20 -February 19. 2020. Staff Recommendation: Approve the warrant register. B. Consider Resolution Authorizing Mid-Year Amendments to Fiscal Year 2019/20 Budget. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2020-3889 amending the fiscal year 2019/20 budget as noted in Exhibits "A", "B" and "C" to the attached resolution. ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED C. Consider Request for Proposal to Provide Bus Excursion Services and Authorization to Advertise for Proposals. Staff Recommendation: Approve the Request for Proposal and authorize staff to advertise for proposals. D. Consider an Agreement with Bartel Associates, LLC for Other Post- Employment Benefits Actuarial Valuation Services. Staff Recommendation: Approve Agreement with Bartel Associates, LLC; and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement, subject to the final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney. E. Consider a Resolution Directing the Planning Commission to Hold a Public Hearing, and Provide a Recommendation to the City Council on Amendments to Chapter 17.40 (Sign Regulations) of the Moorpark Municipal Code to Ensure Compliance with Recent Case Law Related to Municipal Sign Regulations and Align City Sign Regulations with City Council Economic Development Goals. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2020-3890. F. Consider Agreement with Willdan Financial Services for Reserve Fund Study for all Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Assessment Districts. Staff Recommendation: Approve Agreement with Willdan Financial Services for reserve fund study in Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Assessment Districts, and authorize the City Manager to sign the Agreement, subject to final language approval of the City Manager. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 8 11. ORDINANCES : (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) None. 12. CLOSED SESSION: February 19, 2020 Mr. Brown requested the City Council go into closed session for discussion of Item 12.A. on the agenda. MOTION: Mayor Parvin moved and Councilmember Mikos seconded a motion to adjourn to closed session for Item 12.A. on the agenda. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote with Councilmember Pollock absent. The time was 9:59 p.m . A. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EVALUATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1) Title: City Manager Present in closed session were Councilmembers E negren, Mikos, Simons, and Mayor Parvin; and Troy Brown, City Manager. The Council reconvened into open session at 10 :06 p.m. Mr. Brown stated Item 12.A. was discussed and there was no action to report . 13. ADJOURNMENT : MOTION: Mayor Parvin adjourned the meeting 10:07 p.m . c#:~~~ Jal(; S. Parvin, Mayor ATT EST :