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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 2024 0417 CC SA REG MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK Moorpark, California April 17, 2024 A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Moorpark and the Successor Agency was held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at 6:30 p.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 Enegren called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilmember Castro led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Castro, Delgado, Groff, Means, and Mayor Enegren. Staff Present: Troy Brown, City Manager; Kevin Ennis, City Attorney; PJ Gagajena, Assistant City Manager; Brian Chong, Assistant to the City Manager; Jeremy Laurentowski, Parks and Recreation Director; Daniel Kim, City Engineer/Public Works Director; Doug Spondello, Community Development Director; Hiromi Dever, Interim Finance Director; Shanna Farley, Principal Planner; Chris Thompson, Senior Information Systems Administrator; Captain Darin Hendren, Ventura County Sheriff's Office; and Ky Spangler, City Clerk. 4. PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS: A. Certificate of Recognition to Vector/Animal Control Specialist Mark Westerline on the Occasion of his Retirement and in Recognition of 36 Years of Public Service. Mayor Enegren presented a certificate of recognition to Mark Westerline on the occasion of his retirement and in recognition of 36 years of Public Service. B. Proclamation Declaring May 4, 2024, as the City of Moorpark's Observance of Arbor Day. Mayor Enegren presented a Proclamation to Parks & Facilities Supervisor Leland Baxter, declaring May 4, 2024 as the City of Moorpark's Observance of Arbor Day. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 2 April 17, 2024 5. PUBLIC COMMENT: Giovanni Aquila spoke regarding the Moorpark City Transit services which included an adjustment request to the travel times so they coincide with the Metrolink schedules and the Moorpark College class schedules. Mr. Aquila requested additional stops be added on Spring Road and New Los Angeles Avenue to allow access to the businesses and consideration to add a stop to Costco and Walmart in Simi Valley. 6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA: None. 7. ANNOUNCEMENTS, FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS, AND REPORTS ON MEETINGS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED BY COUNCILMEMBERS AND MAYOR: Councilmember Delgado reported on April 4 she attended the Clean Power Alliance Board of Directors meeting where they discussed new sources of alternative power as well as future rates. Councilmember Delgado reported on April 5 she participated in opening night and subsequent shows of Crazy For You at the High Street Arts Center. Councilmember Delgado reported on April 10 she attended the Moorpark Chamber of Commerce board meeting along with Mayor Enegren where they discussed the installation dinner and fundraiser that is happening April 26 at 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Delgado reported on April 11 she attended the Moorpark Young Professionals Group at The Alley, which is held the second Thursday of every month at noon. Councilmember Delgado reported on April 17 she attended the ribbon-cutting along with Councilmembers Groff and Means and staff, for The Meadowglade a holistic mental health treatment center. Councilmember Groff reported on April 4 he attended the Ventura County Taxpayers Association taxpayer focus event with guest speaker ambassador Robert O'Brien, former National Security Advisor for the United States. Councilmember Groff reported on April 5 he attended the City's all employee briefing luncheon. Councilmember Groff reported on April 10 he attended the Ventura County Taxpayers Association and Ventura County Taxpayers Foundation board meeting. Councilmember Groff reported on April 13 he attended the Simi Valley/Moorpark Boys & Girls Club Gala held at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 3 April 17, 2024 Councilmember Groff reported on April 17 he attended The Meadowglade ribbon cutting. Councilmember Castro reported on April 8 he attended the Transportation and Public Works Standing Committee meeting. Councilmember Castro reported on April 13 he attended the Moorpark Police Department and California Highway Patrol open house. Councilmember Means reported on April 9 he attended a meeting of the Solid Waste ad hoc committee along with Councilmember Groff. Councilmember Means stated that the La Reina Academy is in escrow to purchase the prior Pinecrest school site and reported he participated in a tour on April 11. They are looking at potentially opening in August 2024. Councilmember Means reported on April 12 he attended Crazy For You featuring Councilwoman Delgado. Councilmember Means reported on April 13 he attended the Moorpark Police Department and California Highway Patrol open house. Councilmember Means reported on April 17 he attended the ribbon cutting at The Meadowglade. Mayor Enegren reported on April 5 he attended the Ventura County Transportation Commission meeting. Mayor Enegren reported on April 5 he attended the City's all employee briefing. Mayor Enegren reported on April 8 he attended the Transportation and Public Works Standing Committee meeting. Mayor Enegren reported on April 9 he spoke at Metropolitan Water District Board of Director's meeting regarding the proposed water rate increases. Mayor Enegren reported on April 10 he attended the Moorpark Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting. Mayor Enegren reported he attended Crazy for You at the High Street Arts Center. Mayor Enegren extended an invitation to join our 'Job Skills For Successful Teens' event on Saturday, April 20, hosted by the Moorpark City Library in collaboration with the Economic Development Division. From crafting resumes to mastering interviews, discover essential skills and resources tailored for Ventura County teenagers entering the job market. The event will run from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Moorpark City Library, and no registration is needed. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 4 April 17, 2024 Mayor Enegren announced registration is open for the Apricot Slam Pickleball Tournament to be held on April 27 and 28 at the Arroyo Vista Community Park. Sign your team up for men's, women's, mixed, or senior divisions, all skill levels welcome. Tournament details and registration information is available at the City's website. Mayor Enegren announced the City will be sponsoring a homebuyer workshop on Saturday, April 27, 2024. The workshop will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at City Hall in the Apricot Room and is free of charge. The Ventura County Community Development Corporation will be providing information on the steps to buy a home, the dos and don'ts of buying, credit boosting tips, information on first- time homebuyer loans, and down payment assistance programs. You can register for the workshop by going to www.vccdc.org/events or by calling 805-273-7800. Mayor Enegren announced the second annual Kids Fest at the Moorpark City Library on Saturday, April 27. The event includes cartoon classes, a storytelling adventure with an author's visit, a superhero appearance - meet Spiderman in person, and explore the touch-a-truck exhibit including fire engines and police cars. There will also be games and activities throughout the day, and discover valuable community resources dedicated to supporting families and children right here in our neighborhood. Mayor Enegren extended an invitation to attend the Moorpark Earth Festival on Saturday, May 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Arroyo Vista Community Park to celebrate Earth and Arbor Day with Community Yard Sale booths, eco-friendly vendors, garden giveaways, and more. New this year is a Kids Swap Meet, where kids can bring their gently used toys and clothes to sell or trade. Applications and event information available at the City's webpage. Mayor Enegren extended an invitation to sign up now for a family friendly Cinco de Mile fun run. The run will be held on Sunday, May 5 at the Arroyo Vista Park trail. Run or walk the trail, play la loteria, and enjoy a taco plate. For details, visit the City's webpage. Mayor Enegren announced registration is now open for Camp Moorpark and Adventure Camp. Camp Moorpark is a day camp program for ages 5 to 10 and features weekly themes, special events and parties, games, sports, crafts, weekly field trips, and more. Adventure Camp is for ages 11 to 13 and features fun on- site activities plus field trips 3 days per week. For camp packets and enrollment information, visit the City's webpage. Mayor Enegren extended an invitation to the 2024 State of the City event on Monday, May 13, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., at the High Street Arts Center where attendees will gain valuable insights into our community's progress and future. Reserve your free spot today and join us for an evening of inspiration, networking, and celebration. Visit www.discovermoorpark.com to learn more and secure your seat. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 5 April 17, 2024 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS; A. Consider Ordinance for the First Amendment to Development Agreement No. 2016-01 Between the City of Moorpark and M.P. Group LLC, Moorpark Homes LLC, and CLP Investment LLC Allowing the Payment of an In-lieu Fee for the Project's Affordable Housing Obligation, Eliminating the On-site Affordable Housing Obligation, and Making other Adjustments to the Development Agreement; Consider Resolution Amending the Conditions of Approval for Residential Planned Development Permit No. 2016-01; and Making a Determination of Exemption Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act in Connection Therewithin, on the Application of Nelson Chung of Pacific Communities (on Behalf of M.P. Group LLC, Moorpark Homes LLC, and CLP Investment LLC). Planning Commission Recommendation: 1) Open the public hearing, accept public testimony, and close the public hearing; and 2) Introduce Ordinance No. 522 approving the First Amendment to Development Agreement between the City of Moorpark and M.P. Group LLC, Moorpark Homes LLC, and CLP Investment LLC allowing the payment of an in-lieu fee for the project's affordable housing obligation, eliminating the on-site affordable housing obligation and making other adjustments to the development agreement for first reading, waive full reading, and place this Ordinance on the agenda for May 1, 2024, for purposes of providing second reading and adoption of the Ordinance; and 3) Adopt Resolution No. 2024-4234 approving amendments to the Conditions of Approval ("COA") for Residential Planned Development ("RPD") Permit No. 2016-01, and finding the project Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) Ms. Farley gave the staff report. The public hearing was opened at 6:59 p.m. Nelson Chung, applicant, gave a PowerPoint presentation. The public hearing was closed at 7:16 p.m. Brief comment was made by Councilmember Castro inquiring why the project became infeasible as stated by the applicant; it was noted that higher mortgage interest rates and the continuing escalation of construction costs versus the allowable sales price of affordable housing units impact project feasibility. There was brief discussion of the State's requirements to provide options to developers to fulfill affordable housing requirements, and on the flexibility that is given by changing the Landscape and Lighting District requirement to a Community Facilities District (CFD) because of the broader maintenance of improvements that can be funded through a CFD, thereby reducing the maintenance burden on the City's General Fund. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 6 April 17, 2024 Mr. Ennis read the title of Ordinance No. 522: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 2016-01 BETWEEN THE CITY OF MOORPARK AND M.P. GROUP LLC, MOORPARK HOMES LLC, AND CLP INVESTMENT LLC, ALLOWING THE PAYMENT OF AN IN-LIEU FEE FOR THE PROJECT'S AFFORDABLE HOUSING OBLIGATION, ELIMINATING THE ON-SITE AFFORDABLE HOUSING OBLIGATION, AND MAKING OTHER ADJUSTMENTS TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, AND MAKING A DETERMINATION OF EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT IN CONNECTION THEREWITH MOTION: Mayor Enegren moved, and Councilmember Groff seconded a motion to introduce Ordinance No. 522, approving the First Amendment to Development Agreement between the City of Moorpark and M.P. Group LLC, Moorpark Homes LLC, and CLP Investment LLC for first reading, waive full reading, and place this Ordinance on the agenda for May 1, 2024, for purposes of providing second reading and adoption of the Ordinance; and MOTION: Mayor Enegren moved, and Councilmember Delgado seconded a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2024-4234 approving amendments to the Conditions of Approval ("COA") for Residential Planned Development ("RPD") Permit No. 2016-01 , and finding the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. 9. PRESENTATION/ACTION/DISCUSSION: None. 10. CONSENT CALENDAR: (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) MOTION: Councilmember Groff moved, and Councilmember Delgado seconded a motion to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. A. Consider Warrant Register for Fiscal Year 2023/24 — April 17, 2024. Staff Recommendation: Approve the warrant register. B. Consider Resolution Approving California Highway Patrol Tenant Improvements at Moorpark Police Services Center, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with the County of Ventura to Construct the Improvements, and Amending the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24 Budget in the amount of $462,986.70 for Construction Services. Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-4235, approving California Highway Patrol Tenant Improvements at Moorpark Police Services Center, Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 7 April 17, 2024 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with the County of Ventura to Construct the Improvements, and Amending the FY 2023/24 Budget for Construction Services. (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED) C. Consider Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Eight-Year Lease with the State of California for California Highway Patrol (CHP) Space Within the Moorpark Police Services Center at 610 Spring Road. Staff Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Eight-Year Lease with the State of California for California Highway Patrol (CHP) Space Within the Moorpark Police Services Center at 610 Spring Road, subject to final language approval by the City Manager, and authorize the City Manager to approve a change order to reimburse the City for architectural and design services related to the lease space expansion. D. Consider Report of Annual Development Agreement Review, Established in Connection with Residential Planned Development No. 2016-01 (Pacific Communities), Located South of Los Angeles Avenue, East of Maureen Lane, and West of Leta Yancy Road, on the Application of MP Group, LLC, Moorpark Homes, LLC, and CLP Investment, LLC. Staff Recommendation: 1) Accept the Community Development Director's report and recommendation that, on the basis of substantial evidence, MP Group, LLC, Moorpark Homes, LLC, and CLP Investment, LLC has complied in good faith with the terms and conditions of the agreement; and 2) Deem the 2024 annual review process for this project complete. 11. ORDINANCES: None. 12. CLOSED SESSION: Mr. Brown requested the City Council go into closed session for discussion of Items 12.A. on the agenda. The time was 7:32 p.m. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION (Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code Section 54957) Title: City Attorney Present in closed session for Item 12.A. were Councilmembers Castro, Delgado, Groff, Means, and Mayor Enegren; Troy Brown, City Manager; Kevin Ennis, City Attorney. The Council reconvened into open session at 7:46 p.m. Mr. Brown stated Item 12.A. was discussed and there was no action to report. Minutes of the City Council/Successor Agency Moorpark, California Page 8 April 17, 2024 13. ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Enegren adjourned the meeting at 7:46 p.m. Chris R. Enegre ATTEST: opliquir Ky Spangler, City Clerk MIA ,„ q T Fn � i