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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND
SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK
Moorpark, California March 2, 2022
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark and the Successor
Agency was held on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at 6:30p.m. 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:
Moorpark resident John Newton led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Castro, Enegren, Groff, Pollock, and Mayor
Parvin.
Staff Present: Troy Brown, City Manager; Kevin Ennis, City Attorney;
PJ Gagajena, Assistant City Manager and Interim City
Treasurer/Finance Director; Jeremy Laurentowski, Parks
and Recreation Director; Daniel Kim, City Engineer/Public
Works Director; Carlene Saxton, Community Development
Director; Chris Ball, Senior Management Analyst; Shaun
Kroes, Public Works Manager; Shanna Farley, Principal
Planner; Chris Thompson, Senior Information Systems
Administrator; Captain Victor Fazio, Ventura County Sheriffs
Office; and Ky Spangler, City Clerk.
4. PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS:
A. Introduction of New City Employee, John Bandek, Management Analyst in
the Community Development Department.
Mayor Parvin introduced new City employee John Bandek, Management
Analyst in the Community Development Department.
B. Proclamation Declaring March as Women's History Month.
Mayor Parvin introduced Robin Hagey, President of the Moorpark
Women's Fortnightly Club and presented her with a Proclamation
declaring March as Women's History Month.
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5. PUBLIC COMMENT:
None.
6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA
CONSENSUS: It was the consensus to pull Consent Calendar Item 10.E. for individual
consideration upon the request of Councilmember Pollock.
7. ANNOUNCEMENTS, FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS, AND REPORTS ON
MEETINGS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED BY COUNCILMEMBERS AND
MAYOR:
Councilmember Enegren reported on March 1 he attended the Moorpark
Chamber of Commerce monthly mixer and ribbon cutting for new patio and
restaurant, The Ranch at Tierra Rejada Golf Club.
Councilmember Pollock reported on February 24 and 25 he traveled to Walnut
Creek for a League of California Cities Board of Directors meeting and reported
on highlights including a strong membership report of 479 members out of 482
cities; approved, by a split vote, the Public Safety Policy Committee's
recommendations to support to repeal of Proposition 47; and received an update
CalCities opposition to the California Business Roundtable measure that would
restrict voters and local governments and State authorities to raise revenues for
local services for which a resolution of opposition will be coming forward to the
Council for approval.
Councilmember Groff reported on February 24 he attended the ribbon cutting for
Amazon Fresh with Councilmember Castro and Mayor Parvin.
Councilmember Groff reported on March 1 he attended the Moorpark Chamber
of Commerce monthly mixer and ribbon cutting at Tierra Rejada Golf Club.
Mayor Parvin announced the Community Development Department is circulating
the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Hitch Ranch Specific Plan. The
document is available at the City Library, City Hall and online at
"moorparkca.gov/hitchranch". The Draft EIR will be available for public review
and comment until Monday April 4, 2022. The Draft EIR will also be reviewed by
the Planning Commission on March 14. Anyone with comments or questions
should contact Douglas Spondello, Deputy Community Development Director by
email at DSpondello@moorparkca.gov.
Mayor Parvin announced the City Council is accepting on-line applications for
appointment to the Moorpark Library Board to fill one unscheduled vacancy to
complete the unexpired portion of a term ending June 30, 2023. The Library
Board consists of five individuals who are appointed by the Mayor and City
Council and serve three-year terms. Applicants must reside within the city limits
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of the City of Moorpark; be a registered voter in Moorpark; and, where possible,
have a special knowledge of libraries, library programs, or related subjects. The
Library Board meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.
Members of the Library Board shall receive compensation for their attendance at
each regular meeting. All applicants will be required to attend the regular City
Council meeting on March 16, 2022, to make a brief presentation on
qualifications and interest in the appointment. Applications must be submitted no
later than 5:00 p.m. Monday, March 7, 2022. The application and more
information is available at moorparkca.gov/serve.
Mayor Parvin announced registration is now open for spring recreation programs
at the Arroyo Vista Recreation Center. A variety of programs are available
including adult soccer, softball, and basketball leagues; spring break camps for
kids and teens; and recreation classes including art, baking, dance, music,
theater, science, sports, and more. For details on recreation programs, visit
moorparkca.gov/recreation or call (805) 517-6300.
Mayor Parvin reported on February 18 she participated in the Moorpark Chamber
of Commerce breakfast sponsored by the Moorpark Kiwanis Club.
Mayor Parvin reported on February 23 she met with representatives of Malibu
Wines.
Mayor Parvin reported on February 23 she attended the Special City
Council/Town Hall meeting.
Mayor Parvin reported on February 24 she participated in the ribbon cutting for
Amazon Fresh.
Mayor Parvin reported on February 26 she attended opening day ceremonies for
Little League.
Mayor Parvin reported on March 1 she attended the Moorpark Chamber of
Commerce monthly mixer and ribbon cutting at Tierra Rejada Golf Club.
Mayor Parvin reported on March 2 she attended the Moorpark Chamber of
Commerce Government Relations Committee.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
None.
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9. PRESENTATION/ACTION/DISCUSSION:
A. Consider a Resolution Authorizing a Second Amended and Restated
Deed Restriction for a Vacant, 21.32-acre Property Located on the West
Side of Princeton Avenue and South of State Route 118, Requiring a
General Plan Amendment and Zone Change to a Mixed-Use (Residential
and Commercial) Land Use Designation Prior to Future Development of
the Property and Making a Determination of Exemption Pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act in Connection Therewith, on the
Application of Ron Drori, of Princeton Development LLC, on behalf of
Sunbelt Enterprises, LLC. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No.
2022-4078 authorizing a second amended and restated deed restriction
be recorded, superseding an earlier amended and restated deed
restriction and requiring a General Plan Land Use Map Amendment and
Zone Change to a mixed-use (commercial and residential) land use
designation prior to future site development of a 21.32-acre property
located on the west side of Princeton Avenue and south of State Route
(SR) 118 (Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 513-0-010-295 and 513-0-
010-285). (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED)
Ms. Farley gave the staff report and provided a PowerPoint presentation.
A discussion and questions among the Councilmembers and staff
included confirmation that if the General Plan Land Use Map and Zone
Change do not occur within five years after the date of recordation of the
amended deed restriction, the land use designation would revert back to
the Industrial/Commercial designation.
John Newton, representative for the applicant, spoke in support of staff's
recommendation, noted that the landowner and potential developer are in
attendance, and stated that the mixed-use land use designation request
will support a viable project at this location.
In response to Council's inquiry on the timeframe on moving forward with
a project, the Mr. Newton stated two paths are being considered, either
waiting for completion of the General Plan Update, or submittal of a
General Plan Amendment and Zone Change application prior to
completion of the General Plan Update, and the applicant would seek to
meet with the Community Development Department to discuss the
options.
MOTION: Councilmember Pollock moved and Councilmember Groff seconded a
motion to adopt Resolution No. 2022-4078 authorizing a second amended and
restated deed restriction be recorded. The motion carried by unanimous roll call
vote.
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B. Consider Providing Comments on Possible Unmet Transit Needs to the
Ventura County Transportation Commission and Receive Report on
Unmet Transit Needs Findings and Goals. Staff Recommendation:
Receive public comments concerning Moorpark City Transit and direct
staff accordingly.
Mr. Kroes gave the staff report.
A discussion and questions among the Councilmembers and staff focused
on: 1) whether trails and bike paths count as unmet transit needs; it was
noted Transportation Development Act (TDA) funds must be first be used
for transit purposes before they can be considered for streets and roads
purposes; 2) manners in which VCTC and Fillmore could establish service
for riders looking to travel to Moorpark, typically to attend schools
including Moorpark College or access the Metrolink Station; 3) clarification
that the City of Fillmore should be making the request to VCTC to identify
manners to provide this service.
There were no speakers.
MOTION: Mayor Parvin moved and Councilmember Enegren seconded a
motion to receive comments and direct staff to forward them to the Ventura
County Transportation Commission. The motion carried by unanimous voice
vote.
C. Consider an Ordinance Amending Section 17.50.020 and Section
17.50.030 of Chapter 17.50 Art In Public Places of Title 17 Zoning, of the
Moorpark Municipal Code, and Determining that this Action is Exempt
from the California Environmental Quality Act. Staff Recommendation:
Introduce Ordinance No. 501 for first reading, waive full reading, and place
this Ordinance on the agenda for the March 16, 2022, meeting for
purposes of providing second reading and adoption of the Ordinance.
(ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED)
Mr. Ball gave the staff report.
A discussion and questions among the Councilmembers and staff focused
on: 1) whether these funds be used for the 3rd of July event, concerts and
other cultural events and free community event; 2) could more decoration
of High Street for holidays be considered; and 3) there needs to be a clear
nexus between the reason that fee was collected and the use of the funds.
CONSENSUS: It was the consensus of the City Council to add the word "multi"
cultural to items 6, 7, 8 in Section 17.50.030, Public Art Fund.
There were no speakers.
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Mr. Ennis read the title of Ordinance No. 501.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 17.50.020
(DEFINITIONS) AND SECTION 17.50.030 (PUBLIC ART
FUND) OF CHAPTER 17.50 (ART IN PUBLIC PLACES) OF
TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE MOORPARK MUNICIPAL
CODE TO UPDATE ALLOWABLE USES OF THE ART IN
PUBLIC PLACES FUND AND ASSOCIATED DEFINITIONS,
AND MAKING A DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION
PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT
MOTION: Mayor Parvin moved and Councilmember Pollock seconded a motion
to introduce Ordinance No. 501 for first reading as amended, waive full reading,
and place the ordinance on the agenda for the March 16, 2022, meeting for
purposes of second reading and adoption. The motion carried by unanimous roll
call vote.
D. Consider Update on Strategies, Goals and Objectives for Fiscal Years
2021/22 and 2022/23. Staff Recommendation: Receive and file updates of
the Strategies, Goals and Objectives for Fiscal Years 2021/22 and
2022/23.
Mr. Gagajena gave the staff report and provided a PowerPoint
presentation.
A discussion and questions among the Councilmembers and staff focused
on: 1) methodology of cost plan allocation for landscape maintenance
districts (Item 2.9) was discussed and explanation that objective fits the
Council goal of respect, equity, and inclusion by ensuring that there is
equitable cost allocation across those receiving the services;
2) confirmation that Item 2.10 regarding the purchasing policy is not going
above State law, noting the goal is to eliminate barriers to broader
inclusion; 3) discussion of the status of the mobile app goal; and 4) a
status update on the Arroyo Simi trail alignment and Arroyo Simi Trail
Master Plan.
There were no speakers.
CONSENSUS: It was the consensus of the City Council to receive and file the
report.
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E. Consider Scheduling Joint City Council Meetings with the Arts
Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Library Board, and
Planning Commission. Staff Recommendation: Direct staff as deemed
appropriate.
Ms. Spangler gave the staff report.
There were no speakers.
CONSENSUS: It was the consensus of the Council to direct staff to schedule
Joint City Council meetings for March 30, 2022, with the Moorpark Arts
Commission at 6:00 p.m., the Parks and Recreation Commission at 6:30 p.m.,
the Library Board at 7:00 p.m., and the Planning Commission at 7:30 p.m.
10. CONSENT CALENDAR: (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED)
MOTION: Councilmember Pollock moved and Councilmember Groff seconded a
motion to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item 10.E which was
pulled for individual consideration. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
A. Consider Warrant Register for Fiscal Year 2021/22 — March 2, 2022. Staff
Recommendation: Approve the warrant register.
B. Consider Minutes of Special City Council Meeting of January 19, 2022.
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Minutes.
C. Consider Minutes of Regular City Council/Successor Agency Meeting of
January 19, 2022. Staff Recommendation: Approve the Minutes.
D. Consider Professional Services Agreement with FCG Consultants to
Provide Construction Management and Inspection Services for the
Princeton Avenue Improvement Project (C0020), Specification No. MPK
21-03. Staff Recommendation: 1) Award Professional Services Agreement
for Construction Management and Inspections Services for the Princeton
Avenue Improvement Project (C0020) to FCG Consultants, Inc. for an
amount not-to-exceed $1,455,483.65; and 2) Authorize the City Manager
to sign the Agreement, subject to final language approval by the City
Manager; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to amend the Agreement for
additional work in an amount not-to-exceed $145,548.00 (10% of the
amount of the Agreement).
F. Consider Amendment No. 6 to Agreement for Professional Services
between the City of Moorpark and Nobel Systems. Staff
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to sign Amendment No. 6
to the Agreement for Professional Services between the City of Moorpark
and Nobel Systems, subject to final language approval by the City
Manager.
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G. Consider Resolution Authorizing the Continuation of Public Meetings of all
City Legislative Bodies to be Held with a Teleconference Option for
Members of those Bodies and the Public Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54953(e), from March 7, 2022, through April 6, 2022, and Making
Findings and Determinations Regarding the Same. Staff
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-4080 authorizing public
meetings of all City legislative bodies to be held with a teleconference
option for members of those bodies and the public pursuant to
Government Code Section 54953(e), from March 7, 2022, through April 6,
2022, and making findings and determinations regarding the same. (ROLL
CALL VOTE REQUIRED)
The following items was pulled for individual consideration.
E. Consider Resolution Supporting the Brand-Huang-Mendoza Tripartisan
Land Use Initiative. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-
4079 expressing support for the Brand-Huang-Mendoza Tripartisan Land
Use Initiative. (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED)
MOTION: Mayor Parvin moved and Councilmember Enegren seconded a
motion to adopt Resolution No. 2022-4079 expressing support for the Brand-
Huang-Mendoza Tripartisan Land Use Initiative. The motion carried by a roll call
vote of 4-1 with Councilmember Pollock dissenting.
11. ORDINANCES: (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED)
None.
12. CLOSED SESSION:
City Manager Brown requested the Council recess to closed session for
consideration of Item 12.A. on the agenda. The time was 8:00 p.m.
A. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Title: City Manager
Present in closed session were Councilmembers Castro, Enegren, Groff, Pollock,
and Mayor Parvin; and Troy Brown, City Manager.
The Council reconvened into open session at 8:08 p.m. Mr. Brown stated
Item 12.A. was discussed and there was no action to report.
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13. ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Parvin adjourned the meeting at 8:08 p.m.
Ja ce S. Parvin, Mayor
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