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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 2022 0105 CC SA REG MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK Moorpark, California January 5, 2022 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark and the Successor Agency was held on January 5, 2022, 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 6:32 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilmember Enegren led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Castro (via Zoom), Enegren, Groff, Pollock, and Mayor Parvin. Staff Present: PJ Gagajena, Assistant City Manager and Interim City Treasurer/Finance Director; Kevin Ennis, City Attorney; Brian Chong, Assistant to the City Manager; Daniel Kim, City Engineer/Public Works Director (via Zoom); Jeremy Laurentowski, Parks and Recreation Director (via Zoom); Carlene Saxton, Community Development Director (via Zoom); Shanna Farley, Principal Planner (via Zoom); Chris Thompson; Senior Information Systems Administrator (via Zoom); Andres Pena, Information Systems Technician I; Captain Victor Fazio, Ventura County Sheriffs Office; Ky Spangler, City Clerk; and Blanca Garza, Deputy City Clerk II. 4. PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS: None. 5. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. 6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA: CONSENSUS: It was the consensus of the City Council to reorder Item 9.B. prior to Item 8.A., upon the request of Mayor Parvin due to the time certain Public Hearing Item set for 6:50 p.m. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 2 January 5, 2022 9. PRESENTATION/ACTION/DISCUSSION: B. Consider Resolution Rescinding Resolution No. 2009-2799 and Establishing a New Process to Apply Conditions of Approval to Discretionary Entitlements. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-4062, rescinding Resolution No. 2009-2799 approving the use of Standard Conditions of Approval for Entitlement Projects and establishing a new process to apply Conditions of Approval to Discretionary Entitlements. Ms. Farley gave the staff report and provided a PowerPoint presentation. There were no speakers. MOTION: Mayor Parvin moved and Councilmember Enegren seconded a motion to Adopt Resolution No. 2022-4062, rescinding Resolution No. 2009-2799 approving the use of Standard Conditions of Approval for Entitlement Projects and establishing a new process to apply Conditions of Approval to Discretionary Entitlements. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. 7. ANNOUNCEMENTS, FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS, AND REPORTS ON MEETINGS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED BY COUNCILMEMBERS AND MAYOR: Councilmember Enegren reported on December 16 he attended a special meeting of the Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) where the Commission made a decision on a new director and approved a lease with Sierra Northern Railway to operate the Santa Paula Branch Line. Councilmember Enegren reported on January 4 he attended a Transportation and Public Works Standing Committee meeting with Councilmember Castro where they discussed traffic safety on Tierra Rejada Road in the Peach Hill neighborhood at Walnut Creek and decided on interim steps to attempt to minimize distracted drivers by adding striping and bigger signs. The Committee also discussed speed bumps and other traffic calming devices on Second Street and Millard Street regarding driving concerns and behaviors in the neighborhood. Councilmembers Groff and Pollock indicated no reports and hoped everyone stayed well and had a good holiday season. Mayor Parvin announced the Moorpark City Council is now accepting applications for appointment to the Citizens Transportation Advisory Committee (CTAC). The appointment is for two representatives and one alternate to serve a term to expire December 2022. The duties and responsibilities of the committee are to obtain information relating to public transportation; to study and work with City/County staffs within Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC); and to recommend to VCTC those actions it deems necessary in the production of Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 3 January 5, 2022 transportation plans and services. CTAC meets the four times per year in January, April, June, and September on the second Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Visit moorparkca.gov/serve for more information or to apply. Mayor Parvin announced the Moorpark City Council is now accepting applications for appointment as a Commissioner to the Area Housing Authority of the County of Ventura. The appointment will be for a 19-month term through August 31, 2023, to complete the remainder of a four-year term, created due to an unscheduled vacancy. The Board of Commissioners is responsible for the Area Housing Authority's policies, finances and operations. The Area Housing Authority's primary mandate is to provide decent and affordable housing accommodations for very low income families, elderly, handicapped, and disabled individuals. Commissioners receive a $50.00 stipend from the Area Housing Authority for each Board meeting they attend up to a maximum of $200.00 per month. Commissioners are paid mileage to attend meetings. Visit moorparkca.gov/serve for more information or to apply. Mayor Parvin announced the City of Moorpark's Department of Community Development is excited to announce the release of the draft 2021-2029 Housing Element update. The Housing Element, a section of the City's General Plan through the year 2050, analyzes housing needs for all income groups and demonstrates how the City intends to plan for those needs in the future. Mayor Parvin announced the City of Moorpark is hosting a website for the Housing Element update at moorparkca.gov/housingelement. The website includes notifications and results of opportunities for public engagement, surveys, and documents, including a draft version of the Housing Element. The draft Housing Element was posted on December 22, 2021, and will be available online for 30 days before public hearing. For more information on the draft Housing Element Update and to review and provide feedback on the Housing Element, please email info@moorparkgeneralplan.com. Mayor Parvin announced the Moorpark Farmer's Market is open every Sunday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the City Hall parking lot at 799 Moorpark Avenue. This is a certified farmer's market sponsored by Enriched Farms. You can find organic produce, taste unique foods, and discover handmade arts and crafts. Go to enrichedfarms.com for more information. Mayor Parvin reported on December 17 she participated in a Moorpark Chamber of Commerce networking breakfast sponsored by Cal State University Channel Islands. Mayor Parvin reported she attended the City employee holiday potluck where annual accomplishments were presented. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 4 January 5, 2022 Mayor Parvin reported on December 27 she worked with the Ventura County Clerk of the Board's Office on the City Selection Committee agenda for its meeting being held on January 7, 2022. Mayor Parvin reported on January 5 she participated in a Moorpark Chamber of Commerce Government Relations Committee meeting. Councilmember Castro reported on January 3 he attended a Transportation and Public Works Standing Committee meeting and also had the opportunity to hear from a couple concerned citizens of the downtown area specific to Second Street. Councilmember Castro extended thanks to staff for being highly responsive to graffiti cleanup in downtown parks. Mayor Parvin extended thanks to the Public Works staff for filling in the potholes after all the rain. TIME SPECIFIC AGENDA ITEM — PUBLIC HEARING BEGINS AT 6:50 P.M. [Per Election Code 21607.1(d)]. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. Third Public Hearing to Receive Public Comments on Proposed Council Redistricting Mapping Alternatives; and if Council Completes its Map Selection Process, Provide Direction for Introduction of an Ordinance Adopting a Council District Map Based on 2020 Census Results. Staff Recommendation: 1) Receive presentation from the City's demographer consulting firm, National Demographics Corporation, Inc. on the draft maps prepared for consideration based on prior direction; and ; 2) Open the public hearing and receive public comment and input regarding "communities of interest" and the draft maps presented for consideration and close the public hearing; and 3) Provide direction to staff and NDC regarding potential revisions to proposed maps and for introduction of an Ordinance at the fourth public hearing scheduled on February 2, 2022. Ms. Spangler gave the staff report and Ms. Kristen Parks with National Demographics Corporation, Inc. gave the PowerPoint presentation. Mayor Parvin opened the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. There were no speakers. A discussion and questions among the Councilmembers, staff and the consultant focused on: the various maps including keeping them balanced as well as anticipated for growth within the City; and noticing outreach efforts for voters. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 5 January 5, 2022 Mayor Parvin closed the public hearing at 7:11 p.m. CONSENSUS: It was the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to return to the February 2, 2022, City Council meeting with an ordinance for introduction for approval of the "Yellow" Map alternative prepared by National Demographics Corporation. 9. PRESENTATION/ACTION/DISCUSSION: A. Receive Update on Broadband Strategic Plan Implementation, Consider a Smart City Technology Report from Future Laboratories, and Consider: (1) Purchase of an Automated Online Appointment System; (2) Engagement of Spearhead to Provide Telecommunications Auditing Services to Moorpark Businesses; and (3) Finalize and Execute a Contract with OStream to Complete Proof of Concept Projects Using its Object Sensor Technology for the City. Staff Recommendation: Receive and file a report on the City's Broadband Strategic Plan implementation, receive and file the Smart City Technology Report prepared by Future Labs, and direct staff to: (1) Purchase an automated online appointment system; (2) Engage Spearhead to provide telecommunications auditing services to Moorpark businesses; and (3) Finalize and execute a contract with OStream to complete proof of concept projects using its object sensor technology for the City. Mr. Chong gave the staff report on the status of the City's Broadband Strategic Plan implementation, and Mr. Bryan Went with Future Labs, and Mr. Greg Hayward with OStream gave PowerPoint presentations on Smart City Technology and Object Sensory Technology respectively. Discussion and questions followed among Councilmembers and staff which focused on the following: 1) on-line automated appointment software; 2) OStream Sensory Technology with regard to traffic volume tracking; 3) data collection and ownership; and 4) new development projects installing fiber optic cables. There were no speakers. MOTION: Councilmember Pollock moved and Councilmember Groff seconded a motion to receive and file a report on the City's Broadband Strategic Plan implementation, receive and file the Smart City Technology Report prepared by Future Labs, and direct staff to: (1) Purchase an automated online appointment system; (2) Engage Spearhead to provide telecommunications auditing services to Moorpark businesses; and (3) Finalize and execute a contract with OStream to complete proof of concept projects using its object sensor technology for the City. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 6 January 5, 2022 10. CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION: Councilmember Enegren moved and Mayor Parvin seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. A. Consider Warrant Register for Fiscal Year 2022/23 —January 5, 2022. Staff Recommendation: Approve the warrant register. B. Consider Minutes of Regular City Council/Successor Agency Meeting of October 20, 2021. Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes. C. Consider Minutes of Regular City Council/Successor Agency Meeting of November 3, 2021. Staff Recommendation: Approve the minutes. 11. ORDINANCES: A. Second reading of Ordinance No. 499, Approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2021-02 and the First Amendment to the Development Agreement Between the City of Moorpark and NLA 118, LLC to Expand the Potential Uses that May be Conducted Within the Commercial Planned Development Zone at 14349 White Sage Road, and Adopt a Negative Declaration Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act in Connection Therewith, on the Application of Thomas Schlender of NLA 118, LLC. (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) Mr. Ennis read the title of Ordinance No. 499. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2021-02 AMENDING CHAPTERS 17.08 (DEFINITIONS) AND 17.20 (USES BY ZONE) OF TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE MOORPARK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD CERTAIN USES TO THE COMMERCIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ZONE AT 14349 WHITE SAGE ROAD SUBJECT TO A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, APPROVE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 2004-02, AND ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, ON THE APPLICATION OF THOMAS SCHLENDER, ON BEHALF OF NLA 118, LLC MOTION: Mayor Parvin moved and Councilmember Groff seconded a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 499. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 7 January 5, 2022 12. CLOSED SESSION: None was held. 13. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Parvin adjourned the meeting at 7:47 p.m. Janice S. 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