Lancaster public meetings in 2021

Social Equity Commission

The Social Equity Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a draft Equity Report. The body is also considering the creation of a subcommittee to develop the report's presentation for City Council.

• Draft Equity Report containing recommendations for City Council
• Proposed Social Equity Subcommittee to develop the Equity Report presentation
• January Youth Job Fair

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering the appropriation of $500,000 for the Shop More in Lancaster Holiday Program to support small businesses affected by COVID-19. The body will also discuss continuing the local emergency declaration and various housing and land acquisitions.

• Appropriation of $500,000 for the Shop More in Lancaster Holiday Program
• Purchase of an approximately 45.75-acre portion of APN 3128-004-023 from L Street Properties, LLC at $4.92 per square-foot
• Approval of check and wire registers totaling $12,847,526.69
• Resolution No. 21-61 to confirm the continued existence of a local emergency due to COVID-19
• Purchase of a PB Loader Truck and Patcher Box for Public Works Maintenance

The City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 1087 to regulate urban lot splits and two-unit projects under SB 9, and approved a ballot measure for an administrative fine on camping near sensitive uses. The council also ratified the Shop Lancaster Holiday Program with $500,000 in funding, approved the Stand Strong Youth Sports Loan Program with $250,000, and confirmed the local emergency. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except the Housing Authority consent calendar, which passed 4-0 with one absence.

• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 1087 regulating SB 9 urban lot splits and two-unit projects (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-66 to place a ballot measure on camping/loitering fines near sensitive uses (5-0)
• Ratified Shop Lancaster Holiday Program and appropriated $500,000 (5-0)
• Approved Stand Strong Youth Sports Loan Program with $250,000 appropriation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-61 confirming local emergency (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including $12.8M in checks and various contracts (5-0)
• Approved Housing Authority Consent Calendar including land purchase from L Street Properties (4-0-1)
• Appointed Vice Mayor Crist and Robert Parris to Antelope Valley Fair Board (5-0)

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will review several departmental presentations and reports. These include updates from law enforcement agencies, the District Attorney, and state legislative offices.

• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney Update
• City Attorney Update

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request by Royal Investors Group, LLC to subdivide 25 acres into 123 single-family residential lots. The body will also review a Conditional Use Permit for a Residential Planned Development at the same location.

• Tentative Tract Map 61678 and Conditional Use Permit 20-05 for 123 single-family lots at the southeast corner of Avenue K and 57th Street West
• Approval of minutes from the October 18, 2021 meeting

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will discuss potential drug enforcement changes and their effects on local hospitals. The meeting also includes updates from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Probation Department, California Highway Patrol, and District Attorney's Office.

• Discussion regarding drug enforcement changes and effects on local hospitals
• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney Update

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council approved the consent calendar, including a $2.99M landscape restoration contract with Marina Landscape, Inc., a $1.17M Skytower Park renovation contract with C.S. Legacy Construction, and a $4.5M CalHome program application. The council also approved a COVID-19 update and actions, a solar ground lease with Dimension CA 1 LLC, and a contract with EDF Renewables for a 500 kWh battery at City Hall. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $2,993,980 landscape restoration contract with Marina Landscape, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded $1,165,834.01 Skytower Park renovation bid to C.S. Legacy Construction, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $4,500,000 CalHome program application and Habitat for Humanity contract (5-0)
• Approved 20-acre solar ground lease with Dimension CA 1 LLC (5-0)
• Approved $574,955 change order for City Hall renovation, new total $7,161,100.45 (5-0)
• Approved $191,481.17 Kimley-Horn agreement for Local Road Safety Plan (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 Duke Energy agreement for Fox Field engineering plan (5-0)
• Approved $421,000 grant and contract for 500 kWh battery at City Hall (5-0)

Measure LC Oversight Regular Meeting

The Measure LC Citizens’ Oversight Committee will meet to review how funds have been spent to date. City officials will provide an update on planned activities for Fiscal Year 2021-22.

• Approval of June 2, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes
• Presentation on Measure LC fund expenditures and Fiscal Year 2021-22 planned activities

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council approved the consent calendar, including $8,170,197.97 in checks and wire registers, a $221,230 pavement consulting contract, and acceptance of two public works projects. They also approved resolutions for the April 12, 2022 municipal election, including contracts for election services and a budget increase. All votes were unanimous except for one item (CC 5) where Mayor Parris abstained due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved COVID-19 updates and actions, including authorizing City Manager to expend funds (5-0)
• Approved California Choice Energy Authority consent calendar, including resource adequacy agreement with Calpine (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar, pulling CC 5 for separate discussion (5-0)
• Approved CC 5, acceptance of 2020 Spring Pavement Management Program, with Mayor Parris abstaining (4-0-1)
• Approved check and wire registers for $8,170,197.97 (5-0)
• Approved additional authorization for pavement consulting with Pavement Engineering, Inc. for $221,230 (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for April 12, 2022 election, including contracts with Hart Interactive ($77,602) and ProVote Solutions ($177,634.80) (5-0)

Social Equity Commission

The Social Equity Commission will review a draft Equity Report containing recommendations for the City Council. The meeting also includes a presentation from Los Angeles County regarding an anti-racism initiative.

• Presentation on Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion Initiative by Los Angeles County
• Discussion and possible action on the draft Equity Report for City Council
• Approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to discuss COVID-19 pandemic updates and a resolution to authorize remote meetings. The body is also considering several contracts for city renovations, traffic safety upgrades, and housing planning.

• Resolution 21-53 to proclaim a local emergency and authorize remote teleconference meetings for 30 days
• Check and wire registers for September 12 through September 25, 2021, totaling $3,363,804.15
• Task Order for City Hall Renovation and Modernization with Duke Engineering and Associates for $575,000.00
• Contract for 2021 Safer Streets Action Plan with California Professional Engineering, Inc. for $354,413.00 plus 15% contingency
• Allocation of $340,000 from the general fund for the GOODSTOCK Benefit Concert on November 21, 2021

The Lancaster City Council approved a resolution proclaiming a local emergency, ratifying state emergency proclamations, and authorizing remote teleconference meetings for 30 days. The council also approved COVID-19 updates and vaccination reports, and passed the consent calendar including a $340,000 allocation for a benefit concert. All votes were 4-0 with Mayor Parris absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-53 proclaiming local emergency and authorizing remote meetings (4-0)
• Approved COVID-19 updates and vaccination report (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including check registers of $5,186,144.48 (4-0)
• Approved Task Order No. 1 with Duke Engineering for $575,000 for City Hall renovation (4-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with KTGY Group for Parkway Village Specific Plan (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-52 designating officials for emergency services applications (4-0)
• Allocated $340,000 from general fund for GOODSTOCK Benefit Concert (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 28, 2021 (4-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss extending the local COVID-19 emergency declaration and reviewing vaccination efforts. The body is also deciding on several contracts for city infrastructure, including street repairs and City Hall modernization.

• Award of $5,625,859.40 contract to C.A. Rasmussen, Inc. for the 2021 Fall Pavement Management Program
• Approval of $2,209,965.16 furniture purchase from Parron Hall for City Hall Renovation and Modernization
• Resolution No. 21-50 to confirm the continued existence of a local emergency due to COVID-19
• Approval of check and wire registers totaling $5,186,144.48
• Contract award to CleanStreet, Inc. for hand work and protected bike lane sweeping services

The Lancaster City Council denied an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 20-02/Tentative Parcel Map No. 82243, allowing a 392-unit multi-family apartment complex with 78 affordable units and 12,750 sq ft of commercial space at Avenue I and 20th Street West. The vote was 3-1, with Council Member Crist dissenting. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a $5.6 million pavement management contract and a $2.2 million furniture purchase for City Hall, and adopted a resolution confirming a local emergency.

• Denied appeal, upheld Planning Commission approval of 392-unit apartment complex (3-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-50 confirming local emergency (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $5,186,144.48 in check registers (4-0)
• Awarded $5,625,859.40 pavement management contract to C.A. Rasmussen, Inc. (consent)
• Approved $2,209,965.16 furniture purchase order for City Hall renovation (consent)
• Awarded one-year contract to CleanStreet, Inc. for bike lane sweeping (consent)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Lab Launch for biotech incubator (consent)
• Directed staff to compile Youth Sports Assistance Program for future agenda (4-0)

Social Equity Commission

The Social Equity Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on a draft Equity Report containing recommendations for the City Council. The body will also hear a presentation on a youth job fair and discuss vaccination awareness.

• Draft Equity Report recommendations for City Council
• Youth Job Fair presentation by Tiffany Coulston of Antelope Valley AJCC
• Vaccination awareness efforts

City Council Regular Meeting

The Lancaster City Council approved the consent calendar, including a $247,702 Pelco video management system, a $15.8 million check register, and a resolution reestablishing the April 2022 election date. They also approved COVID-19 emergency actions and vaccination reports, and authorized the issuance of taxable revenue refunding bonds for the solar renewable energy program. Additionally, Troy Padgett was appointed to the Homeless Impact Commission.

• Approved consent calendar including $247,702 video system (4-0)
• Approved $15,820,319.08 check register (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1086 reestablishing April 2022 election date (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-48 for Lancaster Choice Energy rate adjustments (4-0)
• Approved COVID-19 actions and vaccination report (4-0)
• Adopted Resolutions No. 21-49 and PA 1-21 for bond issuance (4-0)
• Appointed Troy Padgett to Homeless Impact Commission (4-0)

Lancaster Homeless Impact Commission

The Commission will hold presentations regarding its mission and vision. The body will also discuss the city's response to pandemic efforts from 2020 to the present.

• Presentation on Commission Mission and Vision
• Presentation on City response to pandemic efforts 2020 - Present

Social Equity Commission

The Lancaster Social Equity Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a draft Equity Report. This report contains recommendations intended for the City Council.

• Discussion and possible action on the draft Equity Report recommendations for City Council
• Approval of June 16, 2021 meeting minutes

Criminal Justice Commission

The Commission will receive updates and reports from various law enforcement and legal agencies. The body is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the July 14, 2021 meeting.

• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney Update
• Public Safety Update from the Public Safety Director

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review COVID-19 pandemic updates and a proposed $100 vaccine incentive program. The agenda also includes several consent calendar items regarding city expenditures, infrastructure, and professional service agreements.

• $100 vaccine incentive for National Immunization Awareness Month
• Approval of check and wire registers totaling $14,734,679.34
• Increase of $226,440 to the River City Bank Letter of Credit for Lancaster Choice Energy
• $3,820,928.30 contract award for the 2021 Neighborhood Improvement Project
• $219,250 increase for the Citywide Vehicle Miles Traveled Mitigation Program

The Lancaster City Council approved a vaccine incentive program for National Immunization Awareness Month, offering $100 to individuals vaccinated during August, with a 4-1 vote. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a $3.82 million street repair contract and a $226,440 increase to a letter of credit for Lancaster Choice Energy. A public hearing was held to amend Resolution 21-10, authorizing participation in the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program, which was approved 5-0. Carol Crabson was appointed to the Homeless Impact Commission.

• Approved $100 vaccine incentive program for August (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar including $14,734,679.34 in check registers (5-0)
• Awarded $3,820,928.30 street repair contract to Sully-Miller Contracting (5-0)
• Approved $226,440 increase to letter of credit for Lancaster Choice Energy (5-0)
• Approved amended Resolution 21-10 for Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (5-0)
• Appointed Carol Crabson to Homeless Impact Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 27, 2021 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1086 reestablishing election date (5-0)

Architectural & Design Commission Meeting

The Architectural & Design Commission will review a director's request regarding home elevations. The discussion involves production homes located at the southwest corner of 67th Street West and Avenue L.

• Directors Review No. 21-77: Approval of elevations for production homes for Tentative Tract Map No. 61989 at 67th Street West and Avenue L

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider renewing a local emergency declaration due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the appropriation of federal highway safety funds.

• Award of $5,774,450 contract to Sully-Miller Contracting Company for the 2021 Summer Pavement Management Program
• Award of $2,530,248 contract to Ferreira Construction Company Inc. for a recycled water line on Avenue K
• Appropriation of $360,000 in Caltrans Federal Highway Safety Improvement Program funds for 10th Street West and Avenue J
• Approval of check and wire registers totaling $6,243,838.98
• Resolution No. 21-45 to confirm the continued existence of a local emergency regarding COVID-19

The Lancaster City Council approved the consent calendar, including two major construction contracts: a $5,774,450 summer pavement management program and a $2,530,248 recycled water line project. The council also confirmed the continued existence of a local emergency related to COVID-19 and approved $18.17 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds. Council Member Dorris recused himself from two consent items due to property proximity, and those items passed 4-0-1.

• Approved $5,774,450 summer pavement management program to Sully-Miller Contracting (5-0)
• Approved $2,530,248 recycled water line project to Ferreira Construction (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-45 confirming local COVID-19 emergency (5-0)
• Approved $18,170,280.50 in ARPA funds budget adjustment (5-0)
• Approved $6,243,838.98 in check and wire registers (5-0)
• Approved $360,000 in federal HSIP grant funds for 10th Street West and Avenue J improvements (4-0-1, Dorris recused)
• Approved California Choice Energy Authority renewable energy contract with Powerex Corporation (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Criminal Justice Commission

The Commission will review reports and updates from various public safety and legal agencies. The meeting includes a crime trends report and updates from county and state officials.

• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney and City Attorney Updates
• State Legislative Office updates from Congressman Garcia, Senator Wilk, and Assemblyman Lackey

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several annual assessments for lighting, landscaping, sewer, and drainage systems for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The body is also discussing COVID-19 pandemic updates and the repeal of specific urgency ordinances. Additionally, the California Choice Energy Authority will consider a long-term renewable energy contract.

• Approval of check and wire registers from June 6 to June 26, 2021, totaling $8,323,809.53
• Proposed long-term renewable energy contract with Powerex Corporation for wind and biomass energy
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1085 to repeal Urgency Ordinances No. 1073, 1074, and 1078
• Acceptance of completed work for 10th Street West Road Diet and Bikeway Improvements
• Public hearings for annual assessments regarding the Lighting, Landscape, Sewer, and Drainage districts

The Lancaster City Council approved four resolutions (21-41 through 21-44) to levy annual assessments for the Lighting Maintenance District, Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, Sewer System, and Drainage Benefit Assessment District for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 1085, repealing three COVID-related urgency ordinances, and approved the consent calendar, which included a renewable energy contract with Powerex Corporation on behalf of Santa Barbara Clean Energy. Additionally, the council directed staff to conduct vaccine education surveys and to not pay Los Angeles County Animal Control for cat spaying services.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-41 confirming the diagram and assessments for the Lancaster Lighting Maintenance District for FY 2021-2022.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-42 confirming the diagram and assessments for the Lancaster Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 for FY 2021-2022.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-43 levying Lancaster Sewer System Service Charges for FY 2021-2022.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-44 confirming the diagram and assessments for the Lancaster Drainage Benefit Assessment District for FY 2021-2022.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1085 repealing Urgency Ordinance Nos. 1073, 1074, and 1078.
• Approved the consent calendar, including a long-term renewable energy contract with Powerex Corporation on behalf of Santa Barbara Clean Energy.
• Approved the Check and Wire Registers for June 6-26, 2021, in the amount of $8,323,809.53.
• Directed staff to conduct vaccine education surveys and to not pay Los Angeles County Animal Control for cat spaying services.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss updating COVID-19 pandemic responses and repealing specific urgency ordinances. The body is also considering several contracts for city infrastructure and energy services.

• Award of $5,727,083.00 plus 15% contingency to Bowe Contractors, Inc. for City Hall Renovation and Modernization
• Expenditure authority up to $350,000.00 with Ameron c/o Del Sol Resources for street light replacement poles
• Ordinance No. 1085 to repeal Urgency Ordinances No. 1073, 1074, and 1078 regarding COVID-19
• Professional Services Agreement with Bayshore Consulting Group, Inc. for $30,000 annually per member (currently $210,000)
• Long-term renewable energy contracts with Powerex Corporation for Apple Valley Choice Energy, Pico Rivera Innovative Municipal Energy, and Rancho Mirage Energy Authority

The Lancaster City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and capital improvement program, and awarded a $5.7 million contract for City Hall renovation. The council also approved a $300,000 summer tutoring partnership with Grace Chapel, and authorized several COVID-19 related actions, including repealing urgency ordinances and adopting new event attendance regulations.

• Adopted FY 2021-2022 budget and capital improvement program (4-0)
• Awarded City Hall renovation bid to Bowe Contractors, Inc. for $5,727,083 (4-0)
• Approved summer tutoring partnership with Grace Chapel up to $300,000 (4-0)
• Approved COVID-19 updates and actions, including repealing urgency ordinances (4-0)
• Approved CalChoice renewable energy contracts with Powerex for three cities (4-0)
• Approved CalChoice FY 2021-2022 budget and $210,000 Bayshore consulting agreement (4-0)
• Approved $2,389,548.03 in check registers (4-0)
• Approved street light pole purchase up to $350,000 (4-0)

Social Equity Commission

The Social Equity Commission will hold a telephonic meeting to review community survey findings and presentations on local resources. The body will also continue discussions and consider possible action on recommendations to be sent to the City Council.

• Presentations on community programs from AVMAPP and Tarzana Treatment Centers
• Presentation of community survey findings by Commissioner Cullen
• Possible action on recommendations for City Council
• Approval of May 19, 2021 meeting minutes

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will meet telephonically to discuss and possibly act on the formation of a Criminal Justice Subcommittee. The meeting includes a presentation on illegal cannabis grows and updates from various law enforcement and legislative agencies.

• Discussion and possible action on a Criminal Justice Subcommittee
• Presentation on Illegal Cannabis Grows
• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Updates from California Highway Patrol, District Attorney, and City Attorney
• Approval of May 12, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will receive a status update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the local area. The meeting includes several actions related to public works, including road improvements, sewer rehabilitation, and drainage projects.

• COVID-19 pandemic status update and authorization for emergency response actions
• Long-term renewable energy contract with Powerex Corporation via California Choice Energy Authority
• Approval of check and wire registers totaling $6,301,056.23
• Award of $2,615,000.00 to Los Angeles Engineering, Inc. for 10th Street West and Avenue J improvements
• Acceptance of various public works projects including Avenue I improvements and sewer rehabilitation

The Lancaster City Council approved a $2,615,000 contract for pedestrian and bicycle improvements at 10th Street West and Avenue J, along with a $363,000 budget transfer. The council also received a COVID-19 update and authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to take actions and expend funds in response to the pandemic. A $250,000 loan to Friends of the Antelope Valley Fair for the Rural Museum was approved, and $88,000 was allocated for a Trace Adkins concert.

• Approved $2,615,000 contract to Los Angeles Engineering for 10th St W & Avenue J improvements (5-0)
• Approved $363,000 budget transfer for 10th St W & Avenue J project (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager and City Attorney to act on COVID-19 response (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 loan to Friends of the Antelope Valley Fair for Rural Museum (5-0)
• Allocated $88,000 for Trace Adkins concert at Municipal Stadium (5-0)
• Approved $215,975 task order to Redman Consulting for Safe Routes to School plan (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1084 rezoning 4.43 acres at 10th St W & Avenue K-8 to Commercial Planned Development (5-0)
• Approved $2,413,423.82 in revenue and $2,400,000 in expenditures for conditioned public improvements (5-0)

Measure LC Oversight Committee Special Meeting

The Measure LC Citizens’ Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the budget proposal for fiscal year 2022. The committee will also review meeting minutes from May 5, 2021.

• Adoption of Measure LC FY22 Budget Proposal
• Approval of May 5, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a general plan amendment and zone change for a 4.43-acre site to allow commercial development. The body will also discuss COVID-19 pandemic updates and vote on several infrastructure contracts and funding applications.

• Proposed rezoning of 4.43 acres at 10th Street West and Avenue K-8 from Specific Plan to Commercial Planned Development
• Contract award to Chrisp Company for Thermoplastic Striping Refresh Program totaling $380,005.45 plus 10% contingency
• Application for Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority funds for street and road improvements totaling $7,724,463
• Joint application with Bridge Housing Corporation for the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program
• Approval of check and wire registers for April 25 through May 8, 2021, in the amount of $1,924,672.14

The City Council approved a General Plan Amendment and introduced an ordinance to rezone 4.43 acres at the southeast corner of 10th Street West and Avenue K-8 from Specific Plan to Commercial/Commercial Planned Development. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a $380,005.45 contract for thermoplastic striping and a resolution to apply for $5,254,444 in county transportation funds. All votes were 4-0-0-1 with Mayor Parris absent, except for consent item CC 6 which passed 3-0-1-1 due to Council Member Mann's recusal.

• Approved minutes of May 10 and May 11, 2021 meetings (4-0-0-1)
• Received COVID-19 update and authorized City Manager and City Attorney to take related actions (4-0-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-25 confirming continued local emergency (4-0-0-1)
• Approved consent calendar except CC 6 (4-0-0-1)
• Approved CC 6: Resolution No. 21-23 to apply for $5,254,444 in LA County transportation funds (3-0-1-1, Mann recused)
• Awarded PWCP 21-022 thermoplastic striping contract to Chrisp Company for $380,005.45 (consent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-22 to apply for Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Program with Bridge Housing (consent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-24 and introduced Ordinance No. 1084 for General Plan Amendment 19-01 and Zone Change 19-02 (4-0-0-1)

Social Equity Commission

The Lancaster Social Equity Commission will meet telephonically to discuss recommendations for the City Council. The commission will also review minutes from the April 21, 2021 meeting.

• Discussion regarding recommendations for City Council
• Approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes

Criminal Justice Commission

The Commission will receive updates and reports from several law enforcement and legal agencies. The meeting is conducted telephonically per Executive Order N-29-20.

• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney Update
• State Legislative Office Update from Senator Wilk’s and Assemblyman Lackey’s offices

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss COVID-19 pandemic updates and the 2019-2020 Audited Annual Financial Report. The body is deciding on several contracts, property acquisitions, and a zoning plan amendment.

• Appropriation of $1,046,529.00 to buy out Fraber Properties II, LLC's share of four industrial parcels
• Catering contracts for AV Fairgrounds vaccination sites with Cletehouse Café Inc., Primo Café, Great Wall Restaurant, and Denny’s Restaurant (up to $50,000/month each)
• Acquisition of 1.16 acres of real property for $150,000.00 for the SR-138 (SR-14) Avenue J Interchange Improvement Project
• Rejection of all bids for the 2021 Neighborhood Improvement Project (PWCP 21-008) due to budget exceedance
• Approval of check and wire registers totaling $2,595,509.75

The Lancaster City Council approved the consent calendar, including adoption of Ordinance No. 1083 regulating commercial cannabis activity and Ordinance No. 1082 amending zoning for a 272.4-acre area. The council also rejected all bids for the 2021 Neighborhood Improvement Project because they exceeded budget, and approved several other items including catering contracts for vaccination sites and a property buyout.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1083 amending commercial cannabis regulations (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1082 for zone change on 272.4 acres (3-0-2 recused)
• Rejected all bids for 2021 Neighborhood Improvement Project (5-0)
• Awarded catering contracts for vaccination sites to 4 restaurants (4-0-1 recused)
• Approved MOU with Fraber Properties II, LLC for property buyout (5-0)
• Approved CDBG and HOME Action Plan with appropriations (5-0)
• Approved check registers totaling $2,595,509.75 (5-0)
• Authorized property acquisition for Avenue J Interchange Project (5-0)

Special Joint Council Meeting

The City Councils of Lancaster and Palmdale are meeting to discuss and approve several joint initiatives. The body is considering agreements for regional infrastructure, public safety strategies, and economic development efforts for the Antelope Valley.

• MOU for joint fireworks displays for July 4th 2021, July 4th 2022, and September 4, 2022
• Proposed Event/Evacuation Center in Lancaster and a Regional Recreational Complex in Palmdale
• Joint speed enforcement, education, and engineering strategy
• Proposed regional entity to attract overnight visits to the Antelope Valley
• Joint marketing campaign and collaboration on broadband grant opportunities

At a special joint meeting, the Lancaster and Palmdale city councils approved a memorandum of understanding for joint fireworks displays for July 4th and Labor Day celebrations in 2021 and 2022. They also approved agreements to plan an event/evacuation center in Lancaster and a recreational complex in Palmdale, and directed staff on speed enforcement, regional tourism, broadband marketing, and economic development collaboration. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with no public comment on most items.

• Approved MOU for joint fireworks displays for July 4, 2021, July 4, 2022, and Sept 4, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved planning for Event/Evacuation Center in Lancaster and Recreational Complex in Palmdale (5-0)
• Directed staff to develop speed enforcement strategy with funding sources (5-0)
• Directed staff to draft action plan for regional tourism entity (5-0)
• Directed staff to launch joint broadband marketing campaign (5-0)
• Directed staff to draft guiding principles for regional economic development (5-0)

Measure LC Regular Quarterly Meeting

The Measure LC Citizens’ Oversight Committee will meet telephonically to review a budget presentation. The committee will also consider approving minutes from a previous special meeting.

• Budget presentation by Assistant City Manager Trolis Niebla and Finance Director George N. Harris II
• Approval of March 31, 2021 Special Meeting Minutes

Notice of Adjournment Measure LC Regular Quarterly Meeting

The regular meeting scheduled for April 28, 2021, was adjourned. It has been rescheduled for May 5, 2021, at 5:00 p.m.

4-27-21 City Council/Successor Agency/ Financing/Power/California Choice Energy Authority

The City Council will consider updating speed limits for 96 street segments based on a 2020 study. The body will also receive COVID-19 pandemic updates and review several developer-constructed infrastructure projects.

• Ordinance No. 1081 to establish speed limits on 96 street segments
• Approval of check and wire registers totaling $7,528,037.38
• Contract award to Cal Stripe Inc. for $126,200.00 plus 15% contingency for traffic calming
• One-time $216,000.00 increase in Gas Tax Fund Operating Budget for streetlight and signal maintenance
• Purchase of one 2021 Caterpillar 930M Wheel Loader from Quinn Company

The Lancaster City Council approved Resolution No. 21-21 expressing a vote of no confidence in District Attorney George Gascon, with a 4-0-1 vote (Council Member Dorris abstaining). The council also approved a consent calendar including a $9.25 million pavement management contract, adopted ordinances on speed limits and commercial cannabis, and approved a $45 million housing revenue bond for an apartment project.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-21, vote of no confidence in DA George Gascon (4-0-1, Dorris abstained)
• Approved consent calendar including $9,251,818.06 pavement management contract to C.A. Rasmussen (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1081 setting speed limits on 96 street segments (consent)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1083 and Resolution No. 21-20 regulating commercial cannabis, no retail sales licenses at this time (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-18 approving up to $45M in housing revenue bonds for TerraCina at Lancaster Apartments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-19 approving Lancaster Health District Master Plan and General Plan Amendment (3-0-2, Mann and Parris recused)
• Approved CARES Act CDBG amendments appropriating $870,091 (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Dorris to SCAG General Assembly and Irvine Carrillo to Architectural & Design Commission (5-0)

Social Equity Commission

The Lancaster Social Equity Commission will meet telephonically to hear a presentation on City Environmental Design. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the March 17, 2021 meeting.

• Presentation on City Environmental Design by Cynthia Campana, Community Development Division Planner
• Approval of March 17, 2021 meeting minutes

Criminal Justice Commission

The Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission will receive updates and reports from several law enforcement and legal agencies. The body is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the March 11, 2020 meeting.

• Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Crime Trends Report
• Los Angeles County Probation Department Update
• California Highway Patrol Update
• District Attorney Update
• Approval of March 11, 2020 minutes

3-24-21 Measure LC Citizens' Oversight Committee Meeting

The Measure LC Citizens’ Oversight Committee will receive the first of two presentations on Lancaster City Finance. The committee is also scheduled to consider the approval of its by-laws.

• Presentation: Introduction to Lancaster City Finance – Part 1 of 2
• Proposed approval of the Measure LC Citizens’ Oversight Committee by-laws

3-23-21CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/FINANCING/POWER/CALIFORNIA CHOICE ENERGY AUTHORITY -

The Lancaster City Council and Housing Authority will hold a joint public hearing to consider approving a Disposition and Development Agreement with Bridge Housing Corporation for a 114-unit multifamily rental development at the southwest corner of Avenue I and Sierra Highway, with 113 income-restricted units. The council will also receive COVID-19 updates, confirm a local emergency, and act on consent items including contracts for storm drain design, video detection systems, and a solar project EIR.

• Resolution 21-14: Approve Disposition and Development Agreement with Bridge Housing for 114-unit income-targeted housing at Avenue I and Sierra Highway
• Resolution 21-13: Confirm continued existence of local emergency due to COVID-19
• Check registers for Feb 21-Mar 6, 2021 totaling $4,615,654.08
• Task Order No. 3 with Stantec for storm drain design on Challenger Way from Avenue K to Lancaster Blvd, $268,035
• Purchase of 12 Iteris video detection systems for $266,375.45

The Lancaster City Council approved a license agreement granting SiFi Networks access to public rights-of-way for a citywide fiber optic network, and adopted resolutions for a housing development and property condemnation. The council also introduced an ordinance to set speed limits on 96 road segments and approved several contracts and agreements.

• Approved license agreement with SiFi Networks for citywide fiber optic installation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-14 approving Disposition and Development Agreement with Bridge Housing Corporation for income-targeted housing at Avenue I and Sierra Highway (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-12 directing condemnation of property for freeway on-ramp at 22nd Street West and Avenue J (4-0-1, Malhi abstained)
• Introduced Ordinance 1081 establishing speed limits on 96 road segments (4-1, Parris dissenting)
• Approved $4,615,654.08 in check and wire registers for Feb 20-Mar 6, 2021
• Approved Task Order No. 3 with Stantec for Challenger Way drainage design, $268,035
• Approved purchase of 12 Iteris video detection systems, $266,375.45
• Approved Task Order No. 2 with Stantec for drainage improvements at 30th St West and Ave J-8, $195,892

Social Equity Commission Meeting

The Social Equity Commission will discuss establishing its 2021 vision, mission statement, and goals. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Lancaster Museum of Art and History Cultural Master Plan update.

• Lancaster Museum of Art and History (MOAH) Cultural Master Plan Update presentation
• Discussion on Commission Vision, Mission Statement, and Goals for 2021
• Discussion on a Social Equity Commission Subcommittee

Planning Commission Meeting

The Commission will consider a General Plan amendment and zone change for the Lancaster Health District Master Plan. They will also review a conditional use permit for an alcohol beverage license at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit.

• Lancaster Health District Master Plan: General Plan Amendment No. 17-03 and Zone Change No. 17-03
• Conditional Use Permit No. 21-02 for Type 41 alcohol license at 1056 West Avenue K

Criminal Justice Commission Meeting

The regular meeting of the Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission scheduled for March 10, 2021, has been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2021, at City Hall.

• Cancellation of the March 10, 2021 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for April 14, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.

3-9-21 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/FINANCING/POWER/CALIFORNIA CHOICE ENERGY AUTHORITY

The City Council is meeting to receive COVID-19 pandemic updates and authorize emergency actions, including a vaccination site agreement with Kaiser Permanente. The body will also consider several public works contracts and a new ordinance regulating sidewalk vendors and food truck operators.

• Agreement with Kaiser Permanente for a vaccination site at the Antelope Valley Fair Grounds
• Measure M funding of $1,240,486.00 for curb, gutter, and sidewalk improvements on Sierra Highway from Avenue J to Avenue L
• Award of $461,034.88 (plus 15% contingency) to R.C. Becker and Son, Inc. for AVTA bus stop improvements
• Ordinance No. 1080 establishing licensing and regulations for sidewalk vendors and food truck operators
• Grant awards totaling $355,500.00 for electric vehicle charger projects

The City Council received a COVID-19 update and authorized the City Manager to take actions, execute documents, and expend funds in response to the pandemic, including entering into an agreement with Kaiser Permanente for a vaccination site at the Antelope Valley Fair Grounds. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included a Measure M funding agreement for Sierra Highway improvements, and extended the Restaurant Rescue Package through June 30, 2021. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except for item CC 3, which passed 4-0-1 with Council Member Dorris abstaining due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved COVID-19 response actions, authorizing City Manager to execute documents and expend funds, and agreement with Kaiser Permanente for vaccination site (5-0).
• Approved consent calendar except CC 3 (5-0).
• Approved Measure M funding agreement with LACMTA for Sierra Highway construction, $1,240,486 (4-0-1, Dorris abstained).
• Approved check and wire registers for Feb 7-20, 2021, totaling $2,127,626.76.
• Accepted public works projects: thermoplastic striping and drainage fencing.
• Accepted grant funds for electric vehicle chargers from AVAQMD, CaleVIP, and Cal OES.
• Awarded AVTA bus stop improvement project to R.C. Becker and Son, Inc., $461,034.88.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1080 regulating sidewalk vendors and food truck operators.

2-23-21 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/FINANCING/POWER/CALIFORNIA CHOICE ENERGY AUTHORITY -

The City Council and associated agencies will discuss budget and capital improvement adjustments for Fiscal Year 2020-2021. The body is also considering new fees for shopping cart retrieval and temporary certificates of occupancy.

• Proposed budget amendment increasing revenue by $4,213,767 and expenditures by $2,090,975
• Loan agreement of $436,505.00 for No More Lemons, LP for Kensington Campus impact fees
• Approval of check and wire registers totaling $6,325,699.81
• Establishment of fees for retrieval and storage of shopping carts
• Establishment of fees for 90-day and 180-day Temporary Certificates of Occupancy

The Lancaster City Council approved a revised loan agreement with No More Lemons, LP for $436,505 in development impact fees for the Kensington Campus final phase. The council adopted multiple resolutions, including establishing fees for shopping cart retrieval and temporary certificates of occupancy, updating the graffiti abatement cost model, and amending the budget and compensation schedule. It also approved the impact fee study, joined the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program and BOLD program, and introduced an ordinance regulating sidewalk vendors and food trucks. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved revised loan agreement with No More Lemons, LP for $436,505 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-03 establishing shopping cart retrieval and storage fees (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-04 establishing fee for temporary certificate of occupancy (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-05 updating graffiti abatement cost model (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 21-06, 21-07, 21-08 amending budget, compensation, and energy rates (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 21-09, 21-10, 21-11 for impact fees, SCIP, and BOLD program (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1080 regulating sidewalk vendors and food trucks (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $6,325,699.81 in checks and Parcel Map 82768 (5-0)

Social Equity Commission Meeting

The Commission will hear presentations on student programs, public safety, and community pathways. The body is also considering the creation of a Social Equity Subcommittee.

• Discussion and possible action on a Social Equity Subcommittee
• Presentation on AVUHSD Student Programs
• Presentation on Justice Sunday and Pathways Program
• Presentation on Public Safety by Chief of Police Lee D’Errico and Captain Weber

Criminal Justice Commission

The regular meeting of the Lancaster Criminal Justice Commission scheduled for February 10, 2021, will not be held due to COVID-19 concerns. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2021, at City Hall.

• Cancellation of the February 10, 2021 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for March 10, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.

2-9-21 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/FINANCING/POWER/CALIFORNIA CHOICE ENERGY AUTHORITY

The City Council is considering an ordinance to expand the administrative citation program to include all misdemeanor offenses. The body is also reviewing COVID-19 pandemic updates and various city contracts and expenditures.

• Proposed Ordinance No. 1079 to expand administrative citations for all misdemeanor offenses
• Approval of check and wire registers from January 10 to January 23, 2021, totaling $8,391,776.26
• Bid award of $148,923.60 to United Sports Surfacing of America, Inc. for Whit Carter Park
• Agreement for condemnation proceedings for street improvements at 40th Street West & Avenue J-12
• Authorization for City Manager and City Attorney to expend funds and execute documents for COVID-19 response

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting conducted via telephone. The primary agenda item is a presentation regarding the Lancaster Health District Master Plan.

• Lancaster Health District Master Plan Presentation

Architectural & Design Commission Meeting

The Architectural and Design Commission is meeting to consider the elevations for Site Plan Review No. 20-04. The body will also receive updates regarding state housing bills and ADU requirements.

• Site Plan Review No. 20-04: Southeast Corner of Avenue I and 20th Street West

1-26-21 City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/Power/California Choice Energy Authority Regular Meeting

The City Council is meeting to address COVID-19 emergency declarations and funding for a field hospital. The body is also deciding on several public works construction contracts for street repairs and interchange improvements.

• Appropriation of $822,100 for a COVID-19 field hospital to support Antelope Valley Hospital
• Contract award of $5,309,823.20 to Granite Construction Company for the 2020 Summer Pavement Management Program
• Contract award of $5,312,407.90 to C.A. Rasmussen for SR-138 (SR-14)/Avenue J Interchange Improvements
• Approval of Tract Map No. 62578-02 at the southeast corner of 42nd Street West and Avenue J-11
• Extension of the Takeout and Chill Restaurant Rescue Package gift cards through February 28, 2021

The Lancaster City Council approved up to $822,100 to deploy and staff a field hospital at Antelope Valley Hospital for COVID-19 overflow patients, funded from the General Fund. They also adopted Resolution No. 21-01 confirming the local emergency, awarded two major road construction contracts, and appointed Maria Altamirano as Deputy Mayor. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved $822,100 for field hospital at Antelope Valley Hospital (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-01 confirming local emergency (5-0)
• Awarded $5,309,823.20 pavement management contract to Granite Construction (consent, 4-0-1)
• Awarded $5,312,407.90 SR-138/Avenue J interchange contract to C.A. Rasmussen (3-0-2)
• Appointed Maria Altamirano as Deputy Mayor (5-0)
• Approved check registers totaling $7,190,562.73 (consent)
• Approved Tract Map No. 62578-02 (consent)
• Extended Takeout and Chill program through Feb 28, 2021 (consent)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission is meeting to review a permit for on-site alcohol consumption at a local hotel. The body will also receive updates on state housing requirements and a health district environmental report.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 20-10 for an ABC Type 70 License at Residence Inn, 847 West Lancaster Boulevard
• Discussion on Housing Bills Update and ADU State Requirements
• Update on the Lancaster Health District Draft EIR

Social Equity Commission Meeting

The Lancaster Social Equity Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on a community survey. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a Day of Service project.

• Presentation on Day of Service Project by Waunette Cullors (WOW Flower Project at Kensington Campus)
• Discussion and possible action on a Social Equity Community Survey
• Approval of December 16, 2020 meeting minutes

1-12-21 City Council/Successor Agency/ Housing/Financing/Power/California Choice Energy Authority

The City Council and associated agencies are meeting to approve administrative budgets and payment schedules for the Successor Agency. The body will also consider several public works project completions and new contract awards for traffic and transit improvements.

• Approval of check and wire registers from Nov 21 to Dec 19, 2020, totaling $16,097,360.67
• Contract award to Crosstown Electrical & Data Inc. for $77,326.00 plus 15% contingency for Avenue I and 50th Street West intersection safety
• Contract award to R.C. Becker and Son, Inc. for $461,034.88 plus 15% contingency for AVTA bus stop improvements
• Acceptance of 2020 Pavement Management Program project covering 62 lane-miles of residential streets
• Authorization of subordination agreements for Phase III of Kensington Campus housing

Architectural & Design Commission Meeting

The Architectural and Design Commission is meeting to review design proposals for a new commercial tenant and a residential development. Staff recommends approval for both the commercial elevations and the single-family home plans.

• Director’s Review 20-90: Elevations and landscape for a new Carl’s Jr. at the southeast corner of Avenue J and 20th Street East
• Director’s Review 20-98: Floor plans and elevations for 35 vacant single-family lots in Tract 54199-01 near 5th Street East and Avenue H-8
• Approval of minutes from the November 5, 2020 meeting