Santa Clarita public meetings in 2024

City Council - Regular Meeting

The council will adopt budget amendments for FY 2023‑24 and FY 2024‑25 and authorize a $7 million loan to the Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fee Fund. It will also approve a $23,708,300 construction contract for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase II and related professional services contracts. Additional actions include a new two‑year federal advocacy contract with MMO Partners and a $404,000 purchase of mitigation credits for the Via Princessa Park project.

• Adopt resolutions amending the FY 2023‑24 and FY 2024‑25 budgets
• Authorize a $7,000,000 loan from the General Fund to the Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fee Fund
• Award a construction contract to AMG and Associates, Inc. for up to $23,708,300 for The Rink Sports Pavilion – Phase II
• Approve a two‑year, up‑to‑$77,000 annually contract with MMO Partners for federal advocacy services
• Purchase 0.83 acres of mitigation credits for Via Princessa Park for $404,000

The City Council unanimously approved the mid-year budget adjustments, including a $7 million loan for the Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District. They also awarded a $21.6 million construction contract for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase II, approved the purchase of three hydrogen fuel cell buses for $4.8 million, and approved a $1 million design-build contract for Begonias Lane Park playground renovation. All consent calendar items were approved unanimously.

• Approved mid-year budget adjustments (Resolutions 24-79, 80, 81) (5-0)
• Approved $7M loan from General Fund to Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fee Fund (5-0)
• Awarded $21.6M construction contract to AMG and Associates for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $4.8M contract with New Flyer for three hydrogen fuel cell buses (5-0)
• Awarded $1.01M design-build contract to Great Western Installations for Begonias Lane Park playground (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including MMO Partners contract and Via Princessa Park agreements (5-0)

City Council - Special Meeting-Council Reorganization

The Santa Clarita City Council will adopt Resolution No. 24-__ that recites the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election and declares the results. The council will administer the oath of office to newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala (District 1) and appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs (District 3). The meeting also includes routine consent‑calendar items and the transition of mayoral duties to the incoming mayor.

• Adopt Resolution No. 24-__ reciting the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election results
• Swear in Patsy Ayala as Councilmember for District 1 for a four‑year term
• Swear in Jason Gibbs as appointed Councilmember for District 3 for a four‑year term
• Oath of office ceremony for the outgoing mayor and transition to the new mayor
• Consent calendar items to be enacted by a single motion

The City Council reorganized, electing Cameron Miranda as Mayor for 2025 and Laurene Weste as Mayor Pro Tem. The council also certified the November 5, 2024 election results and swore in newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala and appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs.

• Adopted Resolution No. 24-22 certifying the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election results (5-0)
• Elected Cameron Miranda as Mayor 2025 (5-0)
• Elected Laurene Weste as Mayor Pro Tem 2025 (3-2)
• Administered Oath of Office to newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala
• Administered Oath of Office to appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs

Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will adopt a resolution that formally records the results of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election. The resolution declares Patsy Ayala elected as Council Member for District 1 and appoints Jason Gibbs to District 3, where the election was cancelled. The Council will also administer oaths of office to the newly elected and appointed members. The action has no fiscal impact.

• Adopt Resolution No. 24‑__ reciting the fact of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election
• Declare Patsy Ayala elected as Council Member, District 1 for a four‑year term
• Appoint Jason Gibbs as Council Member, District 3 for a four‑year term (cancellation saved approx. $120,000)
• Administer oath of office to the newly elected and appointed council members
• No fiscal impact associated with the resolution

The Santa Clarita City Council held a reorganization meeting, certifying the November 5, 2024 election results and swearing in newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala and appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs. Councilmember Miranda was unanimously elected as Mayor for 2025, and Councilmember Weste was elected as Mayor Pro Tem in a 3-2 vote. The meeting also included presentations honoring outgoing Mayor Smyth.

• Adopted Resolution No. 24-82 certifying the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election results (unanimous)
• Administered Oath of Office to newly elected Councilmember Patsy Ayala
• Administered Oath of Office to appointed Councilmember Jason Gibbs
• Elected Councilmember Miranda as Mayor for 2025 (unanimous)
• Elected Councilmember Weste as Mayor Pro Tem for 2025 (3-2)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will consider approving two conditional use permits: one for a new firearm store at 26027 Huntington Lane and another for a tobacco paraphernalia store at 24050 Newhall Avenue. The body will also approve the minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting.

• Approve minutes from October 1, 2024 meeting
• Conditional Use Permit 24-009 for Liberty & Justice Firearms at 26027 Huntington Lane
• Conditional Use Permit 23-007 for tobacco paraphernalia store at 24050 Newhall Avenue
• Public hearing for new firearm store use (Master Case 24-187)
• Public hearing for new tobacco paraphernalia business (Master Case 23-103)

City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council Public Safety Committee will hold a special meeting on December 3, 2024. The sole agenda item is a public safety update covering recent crime statistics and trends. The committee will discuss the information but no formal action is listed.

• Public Safety Update – discussion of local crime rates and trends

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss land acquisitions and funding for the Dockweiler Drive Extension project. The body will also hold a public hearing on construction fee district amendments and consider a citywide tree maintenance contract.

• Public hearing to amend the Eastside Bridge and Major Thoroughfare Construction Fee District
• Appropriation of $1,600,000 for Dockweiler Drive Extension (Project S3023)
• Proposed two-year tree maintenance contract with West Coast Arborists, Inc. not to exceed $6,700,548
• Discussion on naming +/-169 acres of open space in honor of John Hartigan
• Declaration of vacancies on the Planning Commission, Arts Commission, and other local boards

The City Council approved a series of resolutions for the Dockweiler Drive Extension project, including land exchanges and right-of-way acquisitions, in a 3-1 vote with one recusal. The council also unanimously approved amendments to the Eastside Bridge and Major Thoroughfare Construction Fee District, named open space in honor of John Hartigan, and approved the consent calendar except for one pulled item.

• Approved Eastside Bridge and Major Thoroughfare Construction Fee District amendment (5-0)
• Approved Dockweiler Drive Extension right-of-way acquisition and land exchanges (3-1, Weste recused)
• Approved naming open space as John Hartigan Family Open Space (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items except Item 12 (5-0)
• Pulled Item 12 (Placerita Canyon Road vacation) from consent calendar
• Approved $6.7M tree maintenance contract with West Coast Arborists (consent)
• Approved $235K design contract for Citrus Building improvements (consent)
• Approved $525K agreement with Santa Clarita Valley Committee on Aging (consent)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will convene a special closed session on November 26, 2024. The closed session is for a public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager, as required by Government Code Section 54957. No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed session to consider City Manager performance evaluation (Gov. Code 54957)

The City Council convened a special meeting to conduct a closed session for a public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager. No reportable actions were taken during the closed session.

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in a special closed session on November 26, 2024 at 5:00 PM. The session is called to consider items listed on an attached agenda, which are not disclosed in the public notice. No other agenda items are detailed in the provided document.

• Closed session to consider items on the attached agenda (details not provided)

The City Council held a special meeting that consisted solely of a closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance. No public comment was received, and no action was taken in closed session that required reporting. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Convened closed session for City Manager performance evaluation
• No action taken in closed session requiring report

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission will receive updates on the development of Santa Clarita Valley historic assets and the 2024-2025 performance schedule for The MAIN in Old Town Newhall. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting.

• Update on Arts Master Plan Recommendation 2.7 regarding historic assets, including William S. Hart Park, Mentryville, and the St. Francis Dam site
• Overview of The MAIN Theatre 2024-2025 season performances and events
• Approval of October 10, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes
• Arts Spotlight featuring Santa Clarita Master Chorale
• Arts Star featuring Nick Rail Music

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission held its regular meeting on November 14, 2024. The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and received informational updates on the Arts Master Plan's historic assets recommendation and The MAIN Theatre's 2024-2025 season. No new policies or budget approvals were made during this session.

• Approved October 10, 2024 meeting minutes (no objections)
• Received update on Arts Master Plan Recommendation 2.7 (historic assets)
• Received overview of The MAIN Theatre 2024-2025 season
• Adjourned meeting at 7:31 p.m.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will approve minutes from recent meetings, ratify Check Register No. 22, and consider several contract awards and land acquisitions. Major items include a five‑year $1,360,000 recreation management system contract with Kaizen Labs, a $511,250 license‑plate camera lease with Flock Safety, and purchases of open‑space property totaling $702,046 for 169 acres. The council will also adopt a waste‑service agreement and approve design contracts for tennis‑court improvements and traffic circulation projects.

• Award a five‑year recreation management system contract to Kaizen Labs for up to $1,360,000
• Approve a two‑year lease of 35 Flock Safety automated license‑plate reader cameras for up to $511,250
• Award a design contract to Hirsch and Associates for Valencia Heritage tennis‑court improvements for up to $89,562
• Approve purchase of 169 ± acres of open‑space property for $702,046
• Award a design contract for the 2024‑25 Circulation Improvement Program (Project C0073) for up to $420,424

The City Council approved the Riverview Project (Master Case 21-205), a mixed-use development with 318 residential units and 127,000 square feet of commercial space at the Saugus Speedway property, adopting Resolution No. 24-71. The vote was 4-0 with Councilmember McLean abstaining. The council also approved the consent calendar, including contracts for a recreation management system, license plate reader cameras, and open space acquisitions, with Item 13 pulled for a separate vote.

• Approved Riverview Project (318 units, 127,000 sq ft commercial) (4-0, McLean abstained)
• Approved $1.36M contract with Kaizen Labs for recreation management system
• Approved $511,250 contract with Flock Safety for 35 license plate reader cameras
• Approved $89,562 design contract for Valencia Heritage tennis court improvements
• Adopted Resolution 24-70 for Burrtec waste services agreement and rate adjustment
• Approved $195,310 purchase of 40 acres for open space preservation
• Approved $702,046 purchase of 169 acres for open space preservation
• Approved $420,424 design contract for circulation improvements at three intersections

City Council - Special Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will meet in a special closed session on November 12, 2024. The session is called to confer with labor negotiators regarding employees represented by SEIU Local 721 and those not represented. No specific agenda items or dollar amounts are disclosed in the notice.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented employees
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for employees represented by SEIU Local 721

The Santa Clarita City Council held a special meeting on November 12, 2024, primarily to conduct a closed session on labor negotiations with represented and unrepresented employees. No public comments were received, and the city attorney announced no reportable action was taken in closed session. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Convened closed session for labor negotiations with SEIU Local 721 and unrepresented employees
• No reportable action taken in closed session

City Council Committee - Legislative Committee Meeting

The Legislative Committee will discuss and recommend adoption of the draft Santa Clarita 2025 Executive and Legislative Platform. The draft updates the City’s policy statements for upcoming federal and state legislative sessions, building on the platform adopted on Dec. 12, 2023. Revisions include support for designating the Northern Angeles National Forest as a national monument, replacing overhead bare electrical wire with covered conductor, and updating the stance on the California High Speed Rail Authority Palmdale‑to‑Burbank segment.

• Recommendation to adopt the Santa Clarita 2025 Executive and Legislative Platform
• Support for designating the Northern Angeles National Forest as a national monument
• Support for replacing overhead bare electrical wire with covered conductor
• Revision of policy related to the California High Speed Rail Authority Project (Palmdale‑to‑Burbank segment)
• Opposition to legislation that would limit local authority over small‑cell wireless equipment

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Study Session

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will hear a presentation on a request from the Daughters of the American Revolution to add a sign at the Veterans Historical Plaza to mark the United States' 250th anniversary. The commission will also receive an overview of recent improvements and activities at Tesoro Adobe Historic Park, and an update on Year 4 progress of the Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Plan. After the presentations, the commission will recommend whether to forward the signage request to the City Council for final approval.

• Veterans Historical Plaza signage request – proposed sign near Newhall Avenue to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States
• Tesoro Adobe Historic Park update – overview of renovations, venue rentals, guided tours, and upcoming events over the past 18 months
• Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Plan Year 4 progress update – presentation on work completed in 2024

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will hear a presentation from the Daughters of the American Revolution requesting a new sign at the Veterans Historical Plaza to mark the United States’ 250th anniversary, and will consider recommending the project to the City Council. The commission will also receive an overview of recent improvements and activities at Tesoro Adobe Historic Park. Finally, staff will present a Year‑4 progress update on the Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Plan and discuss work completed in 2024.

• Veterans Historical Plaza signage request near Newhall Avenue, planned for July 2026
• Overview of improvements and activities at Tesoro Adobe Historic Park (annexed 2022)
• Year‑4 progress update on the Parks and Recreation 5‑Year Plan

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project appeal and a conformance review for the Riverview Project. The body will also consider a resolution to designate Santa Clarita as a Clean California Community.

• Public hearing on Appeal 24-003 regarding the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project at 26111-26135 Bouquet Canyon Road
• Conformance Review of the Riverview Project (Master Case 21-205) featuring 318 residential units and 127,000 square feet of commercial space at the Saugus Speedway property
• Resolution to designate the City of Santa Clarita as a Clean California Community
• Approval of Check Register No. 21 for periods in September 2024

The City Council approved the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 21-086), denying Appeal 24-003 and affirming the Planning Commission's decision. The project, proposed by Harvard 826 Property, LLC, includes 30 market-rate units. The vote was 3-2, with Councilmembers McLean and Weste dissenting. The Council also approved the Riverview Project conformance review unanimously, with added conditions, and continued it to November 12, 2024.

• Approved Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project, denying Appeal 24-003 (3-2)
• Approved Riverview Project conformance review with added conditions, continued to Nov 12 (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including minutes, check register, and Clean California Community resolution (5-0)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council is meeting in a special session to discuss the price and terms of three separate real estate negotiations in closed session.

• Negotiations with Laurene Weste and County of Los Angeles regarding Lyons Avenue and multiple APNs
• Negotiations with Encore, LLC for +/- 40 acres known as Encore Property (APN 2865-021-004)
• Negotiations with John C. Hartigan and Beverly Hartigan for +/- 168 acres known as Hartigan Property

The City Council met in closed session to discuss real property negotiations. City Attorney Joseph Montes announced that no action was taken during the closed session.

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will convene a special meeting at 3:00 PM on October 17, 2024 at the Canyon Country Community Center, 18410 Sierra Highway, to hear a State of the City presentation. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting. Members of the public may address the council for one minute on any agenda‑described item.

• State of the City address (informational, no decisions)

The Santa Clarita City Council held a special meeting on October 17, 2024, which included a State of the City presentation and recognition of Mayor Smyth's service. No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned without any votes or actions.

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting for the purpose of holding a State of the City. The agenda consists of this presentation and procedural items.

• State of the City presentation

The Santa Clarita City Council held a special meeting on October 17, 2024, which was largely ceremonial, featuring a State of the City address, presentations, and recognition of Mayor Smyth. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned without any public comment or votes.

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission will approve the minutes from its September 12, 2024 meeting. The commission will receive an update on Recommendation 2.4 of the Arts Master Plan, which proposes developing a creative live/work facility in Old Town Newhall. Public participation time is scheduled for items not on the agenda, but no speakers are listed. The meeting also includes an Arts Spotlight on Eclipse Theatre LA and an Arts Star award for Nick Rail Music.

• Approve minutes of the September 12, 2024 Arts Commission meeting
• Unfinished Business – receive update on Creative Live/Work Facility (Recommendation 2.4) in Old Town Newhall
• Arts Spotlight presentation featuring Eclipse Theatre LA
• Arts Star award presented to Nick Rail Music
• Public participation opportunity for items not on the agenda

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission approved the minutes from its September 12, 2024 meeting and received an update on Recommendation 2.4 regarding a creative live/work facility in Old Town Newhall, which was discussed but not voted on. The meeting also featured an Arts Spotlight presentation by Eclipse Theatre LA and announcements of upcoming events and exhibits.

• Approved regular meeting minutes of September 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Received update on creative live/work facility (discussed, no action)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Tesoro Del Valle project. The body will also consider several security and water testing contracts and a grant for multifamily and mixed-use project standards.

• Proposed amendments to conditions of approval and pre-annexation agreement for the Tesoro Del Valle project
• Contract for Good Guard Security, Inc. for city parks and facilities not to exceed $2,101,606
• Contract for Good Guard Security, Inc. for the Santa Clarita Public Library not to exceed $249,871
• Water testing contract for Vista Canyon Water Factory with Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. not to exceed $102,300
• MOU with Southern California Association of Governments for Regional Early Action Planning Grants Program Funds

The City Council unanimously approved amendments to the Tesoro Del Valle project, including changes to conditions of approval, a pre-annexation agreement, and a community facilities district. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included a $93,000 water testing contract, a $1.91 million security services contract for parks, and a $227,155 library security contract.

• Approved Tesoro Del Valle project amendments (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including check register and minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $93,000 water testing contract for Vista Canyon Water Factory (unanimous)
• Approved $1,910,551 security services contract for parks and facilities (unanimous)
• Approved $227,155 security services contract for library (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive staff overviews of recreational and enrichment classes for parents and young children. The body will also discuss youth and family services, including the Neighborhood Engagement Plan and collaborations with local agencies.

• Overview of parent and child recreational and enrichment class offerings
• Update on Youth & Family Services programming, including Community Court
• Review of the Neighborhood Engagement Plan
• Discussion of the CAPE program collaboration with William S. Hart Union School District
• Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the appeal of a Hearing Officer decision concerning a second accessory structure in the Placerita Canyon Special Standards District. Staff will present the case, and the Commission will consider adopting Resolution 24-15, which would deny Appeal 24-002 and affirm the approval for Stephen J. Bradley’s recreational vehicle garage. The decision will be made at the October 1, 2024 regular meeting.

• Appeal of second accessory structure (Master Case 24-008) in Placerita Canyon Special Standards District – decision to deny Appeal 24-002 and affirm approval for an RV garage

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will consider several actions, including appointing members to the LA28 Ad Hoc Committee and filling a Planning Commission vacancy. It will approve a $1,249,896 two‑year landscape‑maintenance contract for Landscape Maintenance District Zone T8 (Valencia Summit) and adopt a no‑overnight‑parking zone on Ruether Avenue. Additional items include approval of Parcel Map No. 84419, a $260,019 bus‑stop improvement contract, and routine approvals of meeting minutes and budget items.

• Appointment of two Councilmembers and one alternate to the 2028 LA28 Ad Hoc Committee
• Appointment of Councilmember Weste to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission
• Award of a two‑year landscape‑maintenance contract to Marina Landscape Services for Zone T8 (Valencia Summit) up to $1,249,896
• Approval of Parcel Map No. 84419 for the Shadow Pines/Tick Canyon area
• Adoption of a No Overnight Parking zone on Ruether Avenue south of Centre Pointe Parkway

The City Council unanimously appointed Councilmembers McLean and Weste to the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games Ad Hoc Committee, with Councilmember Gibbs as alternate. It also unanimously approved Councilmember Weste's nomination of Denise Lite to fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Planning Commission. The consent calendar, including contracts for landscape maintenance, bus stop improvements, and a parcel map approval, was approved unanimously.

• Appointed McLean and Weste to LA28 Ad Hoc Committee, Gibbs alternate (unanimous)
• Appointed Denise Lite to Planning Commission vacancy (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, and contracts (unanimous)
• Awarded landscape maintenance contract for LMD Zone 17 to Marina Landscape Services, not to exceed $62,544 (consent)
• Awarded landscape maintenance contract for LMD Zone T8 to Marina Landscape Services, not to exceed $1,249,896 (consent)
• Approved Parcel Map No. 84419 (Shadow Pines/Tick Canyon) (consent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-64 establishing no overnight parking zones on Ruether Avenue (consent)
• Awarded bus stop improvement contract to R.C. Becker, Inc., not to exceed $260,019 (consent)

City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting

The City Council Public Safety Committee will hold a special meeting on September 20, 2024, to discuss a public safety update. The update will cover local crime rates and trends. The meeting is a working session for discussion only, with no formal actions scheduled.

• Public Safety Update – discussion of local crime rates and trends

Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a residential lot subdivision and a new wireless facility. The board will also continue a public hearing for the Riverview development project.

• Subdivision of one residential lot into three at Warmuth Road and Triumph Avenue
• Installation of a 60-foot-tall faux monotree wireless facility east of Heron Lane in Fair Oaks Ranch
• Continued hearing for Riverview: 318 residential units and a 127,000 square-foot light manufacturing building

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will first approve the minutes from its July 16, 2024 meeting. It will then hold public hearings to adopt resolutions for a three‑lot residential subdivision on Warmuth Road & Triumph Avenue and for a 60‑foot faux‑monotree wireless communications facility in Fair Oaks Ranch. Finally, the commission will continue the hearing on the Riverview development, which proposes 318 residential units, a 127,000‑sq‑ft light‑manufacturing building, and a subdivision into five parcels.

• Approve the minutes of the July 16, 2024 Planning Commission meeting.
• Adopt Resolution P24-13 approving Master Case 22-151, including Tentative Parcel Map 22-003 to subdivide one parcel on Warmuth Road & Triumph Avenue into three residential lots.
• Adopt Resolution P24-14 approving Master Case 24-063, including Conditional Use Permit 24-003 to install a 60‑foot faux‑monotree wireless communications facility east of Heron Lane in Fair Oaks Ranch.
• Continue the public hearing on Master Case 21-205 (Riverview), which includes 318 residential units, an approximately 127,000‑sq‑ft light‑manufacturing building, and a tentative map to create five parcels.

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission is meeting to appoint commissioners to a selection committee for civic art at Via Princessa Park and a peer review panel for the 2025 Arts Grants Program. The body will also review a researched summary regarding creative business incentives from the Arts Master Plan.

• Appointment of one commissioner to the Via Princessa Park civic art Artist Selection Committee
• Appointment of one commissioner to the 2025 Arts Grants Program Peer Review Panel
• Review of creative business incentives (Arts Master Plan Recommendations 2.5 and 5.2)
• Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission met and made two appointments: Commissioner Shapiro was appointed to the Artist Selection Committee for the Via Princessa Park civic art project, and Chair Rasmussen appointed herself to the Peer Review Panel for the 2025 Arts Grants Program. The commission also received a staff presentation on creative business incentives and discussed a proposed theater center concept. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Commissioner Shapiro to the Artist Selection Committee for Via Princessa Park civic art project
• Appointed Chair Rasmussen to the Peer Review Panel for the 2025 Arts Grants Program
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 meeting

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will consider approving construction contracts for the Santa Clarita Sports Complex restroom renovation and the Orchard Village Road pedestrian and bicycle facility. The Council will also discuss the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games and approve the purchase of 242 acres of open space.

• Award contract for Santa Clarita Sports Complex restroom renovation ($224,970)
• Award contract for Orchard Village Road pedestrian and bicycle facility ($568,997)
• Purchase 242.44 acres of open space for $1,093,255
• Approve pavement management system update contract ($111,645)
• Discuss 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games

The City Council approved a memorandum of understanding with Blue Ox Holdings, LLC, regarding the future submittal of the Sunridge Specific Plan, a 980-acre development project. The vote was 3-1, with Councilmember McLean dissenting. The Council also unanimously approved creating an LA28 ad hoc committee and approved the consent calendar, which included several contracts and property acquisitions.

• Approved Sunridge Specific Plan MOU with Blue Ox Holdings (3-1)
• Created LA28 ad hoc committee (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 meeting
• Approved Check Register No. 18
• Adopted amended resolution for state grant funding (Resolution No. 24-63)
• Awarded $224,970 contract to 3M Construction for Sports Complex restroom renovation
• Approved purchase of 242.44 acres for $1,093,255

City Council - Study Session

The Santa Clarita City Council held a special study session to review the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan and the 2025 Arts Commission Public Art Report. Both items were presented for the Council and Arts Commission to receive and discuss. No formal decisions or actions beyond receipt were taken.

• Review and receipt of the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan
• Review and receipt of the 2025 Arts Commission Public Art Report

City Council - Special Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will convene a closed‑session meeting to hear from legal counsel about one anticipated litigation matter. The discussion is called under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4). No other agenda items are listed for this special meeting.

• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel to consider initiation of litigation (Gov. Code 54956.9(d)(4))

The City Council held a special meeting and, after a closed session, voted unanimously to authorize filing a civil nuisance abatement action against the property at 27101 Maben Avenue and to seek appointment of a receiver to clean it up. No public comments were received, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized filing civil nuisance abatement action against 27101 Maben Avenue (unanimous)
• Authorized seeking appointment of a receiver to clean up the property (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an overview of the past year's programming at The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center. The discussion will cover ice sports, signature events, and non-ice activities.

• Programming overview for The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center, including hockey, figure skating, and private events
• Approval of June 6, 2024 Regular Meeting minutes

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive an overview of the past year's programming at The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center. The discussion will cover ice sports, signature events, and non-ice activities.

• Programming overview for The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center, including hockey, figure skating, and private events
• Approval of June 6, 2024, regular meeting minutes

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to decide on appeals regarding the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project at 26111-26135 Bouquet Canyon Road. The body will also consider several contracts for city services and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing on Appeals 24-003 and 24-004 for the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project
• Contract increase for Dudek for Wiley Canyon Development Project EIR up to $368,720
• One-year marketing contract for Tourism Marketing District with Lundmark Advertising + Design up to $357,000
• Purchase of EZ Liner TS-AL150 truck-mounted paint striper for up to $288,755
• Up to $80,000 reimbursement to property owner at 16207 Valley Ranch Road for Sand Canyon Trail project

The City Council voted 4-1 to continue the appeal of the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project to the October 22 meeting, allowing time to address public concerns. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including a contract increase for the Wiley Canyon EIR and a tourism marketing contract. The council also adopted a resolution for the Sand Canyon Trail Phase IV right-of-way vacation and easements.

• Continued Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project appeal to Oct. 22 (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check registers, and contracts (unanimous)
• Authorized $368,720 contract increase for Wiley Canyon EIR (consent)
• Awarded $357,000 tourism marketing contract to Lundmark Advertising (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 24-62 for Sand Canyon Trail Phase IV right-of-way vacation and easements (consent)
• Approved $288,755 purchase of truck-mounted paint striper (consent)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to decide on an appeal of the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project. The Council is asked to deny the appeal and affirm the Planning Commission's decision to approve the project, which involves constructing a mixed-use building at 26111-26135 Bouquet Canyon Road.

• Public hearing on Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project appeal
• Approval of regular and special meeting minutes
• Check Register Nos. 15, 16, and 17 for payment ratification
• Contract increase for Wiley Canyon Development Project EIR to $368,720
• Award of Tourism Marketing District advertising contract to Lundmark Advertising + Design

The City Council voted 4-1 to continue the appeal of the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project to the October 22, 2024 meeting, allowing time to address public concerns. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including a contract increase for the Wiley Canyon EIR and a $357,000 tourism marketing contract. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included recognitions and public comments.

• Continued Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project appeal to 10/22/2024 (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check registers, and contracts (unanimous)
• Authorized $368,720 contract increase for Wiley Canyon EIR (consent)
• Awarded $357,000 tourism marketing contract to Lundmark Advertising (consent)
• Adopted Resolution 24-62 for Sand Canyon Trail right-of-way vacation (consent)
• Approved $288,755 purchase of truck-mounted paint striper (consent)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will consider whether to hold the November 5, 2024 general municipal election for District 3 or to cancel it and appoint the sole nominee, Jason Gibbs, to the four‑year council seat. Staff notes that appointing the nominee would save approximately $120,000 in election costs. The council will receive a presentation and may adopt a resolution to confirm the appointment and cancel the election.

• Decision on District 3 election: hold election or appoint Jason Gibbs
• Potential cost savings of $120,000 if the election is canceled
• Presentation by City Clerk Mary Cusick on the matter
• Resolution No. 24‑___ appointing Jason Gibbs and canceling the November 5, 2024 election
• Cancellation of the scheduled District 3 election would eliminate election expenses

The City Council adopted a resolution to cancel the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election for District 3 because only one nominee filed. The council unanimously appointed sole nominee Jason Gibbs to the four-year term, resulting in an estimated $120,000 cost savings.

• Adopted Resolution No. 24-61 to cancel the District 3 election and appoint Jason Gibbs (5-0)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting to review the existing litigation City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al. (LASC Case No. PC058773, Appellate Court Case No. B320230). No other agenda items are listed. The meeting is called by Mayor Cameron Smyth and certified by City Clerk Mary Cusick.

• Closed‑session review of City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al. lawsuit (LASC Case No. PC058773, Appellate Court Case No. B320230)

The Santa Clarita City Council held a special meeting that consisted solely of a closed session to discuss existing litigation (City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al.). No public comment was received, and the city attorney reported that no action was taken in closed session that required disclosure. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session for legal counsel conference on existing litigation (City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al.)
• No action taken in closed session required to be reported

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Council is convening a special meeting on August 19, 2024. The meeting is scheduled for the purpose of holding a closed session to discuss existing litigation.

• Closed session regarding City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al. (LASC Case No. PC058773, Appellate Court Case No. B320230)

The City Council met in special session, immediately recessed into closed session to discuss existing litigation (City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al.), and reconvened with no reportable action. No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions were made.

• Recessed to closed session for litigation discussion (unanimous)
• Reconvened to open session with no reportable action (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its June 18 meeting. It will hold a public hearing and adopt a resolution to approve Tentative Parcel Map 84435, subdividing the 9.93‑acre Old Orchard Center commercial lot into two lots at the northwest corner of Lyons Avenue and Orchard Village Road. The commission will also hear the Riverview master case, a mixed residential‑industrial proposal, and will continue the meeting to a later date.

• Approve minutes of the June 18, 2024 Planning Commission meeting.
• Adopt Resolution P24-12 to approve Tentative Parcel Map 84435 for Old Orchard Center, splitting the 9.93‑acre lot into two commercial parcels (Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 2856-011-207 through -211 and 2856-011-216).
• Find Master Case 24-052 (Old Orchard Center) exempt from CEQA review as a Class 1 categorical exemption.
• Conduct public hearing on Riverview master case 21-205, a project with 318 residential units and an approximately 127,000 sq ft light‑manufacturing building.
• Continue the meeting on the Riverview item to a date certain.

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Study Session

This study session is for commissioners and staff to informally discuss major issues. The commission will participate in site visits of specific programs and facilities.

• Site visit: Valencia Community Center
• Site visit: Valencia Glen Park
• Site visit: Newhall Community Center
• Site visit: Bouquet Canyon Park
• Site visit: The Cube: Ice and Entertainment Center

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission will meet to consider approving the 2025 Work Plan for recommendation to the City Council. The commission will also review the 2025 Public Art Report and receive an overview of the 2024 Business for Artists Conference.

• Approval of the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan
• Review of the 2025 Public Art Report
• Overview of the 2024 Business for Artists Conference
• Approval of June 13, 2024, meeting minutes

The Arts Commission unanimously approved the 2025 Work Plan and the 2025 Public Art Report. Both documents will be presented to the City Council for review. The commission also received an overview of the 2024 Business for Artists Conference.

• Approved 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Public Art Report (Unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of July 11, 2024

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the transfer of ownership and operations for William S. Hart Regional Park from Los Angeles County to the City. The meeting also includes reviewing options for the Central Park River of Lights project and approving several service contracts.

• Transfer of William S. Hart Regional Park with $394,706 in total appropriations
• Five-year managed print services contract up to $839,672
• Two-year backflow prevention maintenance contract not to exceed $490,744
• Construction contract award for Central Park River of Lights project
• Zoning map amendment for the Town Center Specific Plan

The City Council unanimously approved assuming ownership and operations of William S. Hart Regional Park from Los Angeles County. The Council also approved a construction contract for the Central Park River of Lights project and several other infrastructure and park improvements.

• Approved transfer of William S. Hart Regional Park from LA County to City (Unanimous)
• Approved Option Two for Central Park River of Lights project (Unanimous)
• Approved $7.1M construction contract for Old Orchard Park Phase I (Unanimous)
• Approved $436,984 contract for Valencia Community Center reconstruction (Unanimous)
• Approved $839,672 contract for citywide printers and copiers (Unanimous)
• Approved $490,744 contract for backflow prevention device testing (Unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 in 2024 Animal Care Grant funding (Unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance for Town Center Specific Plan zoning changes (Unanimous)

City Council Committee - Development Committee Meeting

The Development Committee will receive a presentation and update on the Sunridge Project. This special meeting is a working session for City Councilmembers and staff to discuss major issues.

• Presentation and update on the Sunridge Project

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Council Development Committee will hold a special working meeting to receive an update on the Sunridge Project. The committee intends to review and discuss the presentation provided by staff.

• Sunridge Project presentation and update

Arts Commission - Study Session

The Arts Commission will hold a study session to review the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan. This presentation is intended for commissioners and staff to informally discuss major issues.

• Review of the 2025 Arts Commission Work Plan

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session with legal counsel. This session involves discussing two matters of anticipated litigation. No other substantive items are scheduled for the open session.

• Closed session regarding two matters of anticipated litigation

The City Council met in a special session to discuss anticipated litigation. Following a closed session, the Council unanimously voted to initiate a nuisance abatement action and seek the appointment of a receiver for the property located at 27442 Plumwood Avenue.

• Approved filing nuisance abatement action for 27442 Plumwood Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved seeking appointment of a receiver for 27442 Plumwood Avenue (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-25 annual operating budget and capital improvement program. The agenda also includes a public hearing for the Town Center Specific Plan in Valencia. Additionally, the Council will review fee adjustments and insurance renewals.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 annual operating budget and capital improvement program
• Approval of the 111-acre Town Center Specific Plan in Valencia
• A $500,000 grant to Family Promise of Santa Clarita Valley for a Newhall Avenue housing project
• Renewal of the five-year municipal law enforcement services agreement with Los Angeles County
• Renewal of city insurance coverage including $2,830,334 in general liability and property premiums

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program, and adopted the Town Center Specific Plan (Master Case 22-105) covering 111 acres in Valencia. It also approved the annual fee schedule, special district assessments, and a five-year renewal of the Los Angeles County law enforcement services agreement. All items on the agenda, including the consent calendar, passed unanimously.

• Adopted FY2024-25 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program (5-0)
• Approved Town Center Specific Plan (Master Case 22-105) and certified Final EIR (5-0)
• Adopted annual fee schedule adjustments for FY2024-25 (5-0)
• Approved annual levy of assessments and special taxes for special districts (5-0)
• Approved annual levy for Open Space Preservation District (5-0)
• Renewed five-year Municipal Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Los Angeles County (5-0)
• Awarded $9.17M construction contract for David March Park to Urban Habitat (5-0)
• Awarded $27.98M construction contract for Vista Canyon Bridge to Powell Constructors (5-0)

Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board - Special Meeting

The Tourism Marketing District Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to discuss several topics. The agenda includes discussions on the summer trolley, an events calendar, and a recap of IPW and TEAMS. The board will also review the economic development manager's report and upcoming meeting dates.

• Discussion regarding Summer Trolley
• Review of Events Calendar
• IPW and TEAMS recap discussion
• Economic Development Managers Report
• Future meeting schedule for September 17 and December 10

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of the approved Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project. The commission will also continue a public hearing for the Wiley Canyon Mixed Use Project, which includes senior living and multi-family units.

• Appeal of the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 21-086)
• Continued public hearing for the Wiley Canyon Mixed Use Project (Master Case 20-238)
• Approval of the June 4, 2024, Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted 4-1 to adopt Resolution P24-11, denying Appeal 24-001 and affirming the Hearing Officer's approval of the Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 21-086) by Harvard 826 Property, LLC, with added conditions and a Class 32 environmental exemption. The Commission also voted 5-0 to continue the Wiley Canyon Mixed Use Project (Master Case 20-238) public hearing to a date uncertain, with commissioners requesting more information. The minutes also record approval of the June 4, 2024 minutes and adjournment.

• Approved minutes of the June 4, 2024 meeting (5-0 voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution P24-11 denying Appeal 24-001 and affirming Hearing Officer approval of Promenade Flats Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 21-086), with amendments (4-1 roll call; Burkhart nay)
• Added conditions to Promenade Flats: staff review of Parking Management Plan before occupancy with applicant evaluation in six to eight months; construction management plan; one-year live/work marketing before residential conversion; permanent rooftop shade structure; southwest parking lot built before building construction
• Determined Promenade Flats exempt from environmental review under CEQA Guidelines § 15332 (Class 32 in-fill categorical exemption)
• Continued Wiley Canyon Mixed Use Project (Master Case 20-238) public hearing to a date uncertain (5-0 roll call)
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:26 p.m. (5-0 voice vote)

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission will receive a presentation on a proposed program for pop-up and mobile museum experiences in outdoor hub spaces. The concept involves a multi-event series at William S. Hart Park held three times per year. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 9, 2024, meeting.

• Presentation on pop-up and mobile museum experiences in outdoor spaces
• Approval of May 9, 2024, regular meeting minutes
• Arts Spotlight: Olive Branch Theatricals
• Arts Star: The Egg Plantation

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission approved the minutes from its May 9, 2024, regular meeting and received a presentation on an outdoor pop-up and mobile museum program concept. Commissioners also heard a presentation from Olive Branch Theatricals and shared committee reports and upcoming community event details.

• Approved May 9, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Received presentation on pop-up program in outdoor hub spaces
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:16 p.m.

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss one matter of anticipated litigation. No other items are scheduled for discussion in an open session.

• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation

The City Council convened for a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding anticipated litigation. No reportable actions were taken during the closed session.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes an ordinance introduction regarding stormwater pollution fees and several contract approvals.

• Public hearing for the FY 2024-25 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
• Ordinance introduction for FY 2024-25 Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee rates
• Five-year contract with Clean Energy for CNG fueling stations up to $1,526,817
• City Hall parking lot repair contract modification of $355,000
• Landscape maintenance contracts for LMD Zones T23, T23A, and T23B

The Santa Clarita City Council held a regular meeting on June 11, 2024, unanimously approving the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 operating budget and Capital Improvement Program for adoption on June 25. The Council also introduced a stormwater fee ordinance, approved a public television agreement with SCVTV, declared certain properties as surplus land, awarded a CNG fueling station maintenance contract, and approved various landscape maintenance contracts.

• Approved public hearing and scheduling for FY 2024-25 Annual Operating Budget and CIP (5-2)
• Introduced stormwater pollution prevention fee ordinance for FY 2024-25 (5-2)
• Approved two-year public television management services agreement with SCVTV for up to $342,000 in FY 24-25 and $349,000 in FY 25-26
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-22 reappointing Councilmembers Gibbs and Weste to the Board of Library Trustees
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-23 declaring Old Town Newhall Specific Plan properties as surplus land
• Awarded five-year CNG fueling stations operations and maintenance contract to Clean Energy for up to $1,526,817
• Adopted Ordinance No. 24-2 amending boundaries of Santa Clarita Tourism Marketing District benefit zone
• Approved Climatec contract modification for City Hall parking lot repairs adding $355,000

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Commission will receive a presentation regarding summer 2024 programming highlights from staff. This overview includes new and returning activities at city pools, parks, and community centers. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 2, 2024, regular meeting.

• Overview of Summer 2024 recreation and community services programming
• Approval of May 2, 2024, meeting minutes

The Commission received an overview of the 2024 summer programming offerings from staff. No substantive policy decisions or funding approvals were made during the meeting.

• Approved May 2, 2024, Regular Meeting minutes

City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will review an update on local public safety, including crime rates and trends. The meeting is structured as a working session for informal discussion between council members and staff, with no formal vote scheduled. No contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed on this agenda.

• Review of local public safety update covering crime rates and trends.

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will review the Draft Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program to ensure consistency with the City's General Plan. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 21, 2024, meeting.

• Review of Draft Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program
• Approval of May 21, 2024, regular meeting minutes

Santa Clarita Public Television Authority - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Public Television Authority is considering a new two-year management services agreement with SCVTV for $342,000 in year one and $349,000 in year two, contingent on City Council funding. It will also consider a lease for public studio space at 22505 14th Street through March 31, 2025, with a month-to-month option at $6,121.93 per month. The board will also approve minutes from the October 30, 2023 meeting.

• Approve two-year SCVTV management agreement totaling $342,000 (FY 2024-25) and $349,000 (FY 2025-26)
• Authorize lease with Dachi Enterprises for 3,542 sq ft studio at 22505 14th St, $6,121.93/month after March 2025
• Approve minutes of October 30, 2023 regular meeting
• SCVTV to provide engineering and system integration for move to Citrus Building at 26330 Citrus St

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will hold a public hearing on expanding the Tourism Marketing District's benefit zone to include newly constructed hotels, and will consider consent items including road maintenance contracts, a transit software deal, and state legislation positions.

• Public hearing to amend Tourism Marketing District benefit zone to add new hotels
• Award $3.27M overlay contract to Toro Enterprises and $6.53M to Sully-Miller for road work
• Award $551,127 three-year transit software contract to Connexionz
• Approve $460,519 contract increase for Princessa Crossroads EIR
• Adopt positions on state bills: support AB 1990 and SB 1416, oppose AB 1886, AB 2243, SB 937, SB 1037

The City Council approved several infrastructure and administrative items, including construction contracts for the 2023-24 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program and an amendment to the Tourism Marketing District. The Council also established positions on several state legislative bills and authorized contract renewals for building inspection and transit software services.

• Approved tourism district boundary amendment (3-0)
• Adopted positions on six state legislative bills (3-0)
• Awarded landscape maintenance contracts to Stay Green, Inc. (3-0)
• Adopted resolutions for annual special district levies (3-0)
• Awarded $551,127 transit software contract to Connexionz (3-0)
• Approved $3.9M and $7.8M road construction contracts (3-0)
• Renewed building inspection professional services contracts (3-0)
• Increased Princessa Crossroads EIR consultant contract (3-0)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on the Town Center Specific Plan, a 111-acre mixed-use development in Valencia, and may recommend certification of its environmental impact report and approval of the plan. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a tentative parcel map to subdivide an existing industrial building at 26332 Ferry Court into two airspace condominium parcels. The agenda includes approval of the April 16, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Town Center Specific Plan (Master Case 22-105) – continued public hearing; possible adoption of Resolutions P24-09 and P24-10 to recommend certification of the Draft Final EIR and approval of the plan
• Ferry Court Industrial Building Tentative Parcel Map (Master Case 23-210) – public hearing to subdivide 26332 Ferry Court into two airspace condominium parcels; possible adoption of Resolution P24-07
• Approval of April 16, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Public participation for items not on the agenda

Santa Clarita Public Television Authority - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on the Town Center Specific Plan, a 111-acre mixed-use project in Valencia, and will consider recommending certification of its environmental impact report and approval of the plan. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a tentative parcel map to create two airspace condominium parcels at an existing industrial building on Ferry Court. The meeting includes approval of the April 16, 2024, minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Town Center Specific Plan (Master Case 22-105): 111-acre mixed-use project in Valencia; commission to consider resolutions recommending EIR certification and plan approval
• Ferry Court Industrial Building (Master Case 23-210): tentative parcel map to create two airspace condominium parcels at 26332 Ferry Court; CEQA Class 1 exemption proposed
• Approval of April 16, 2024, Planning Commission minutes
• Public participation for items not on the agenda

City Council Committee - Legislative Committee Meeting

The Legislative Committee is recommending that the City Council oppose Assembly Bill 1886, which would let the state or a court determine whether a city's Housing Element is compliant with state housing law. The city argues this would interfere with local land-use authority and cites its own lengthy review process with HCD. The committee will vote on this recommendation at the meeting.

• Recommendation to oppose Assembly Bill 1886
• AB 1886 would shift housing element compliance determination to HCD or courts
• City cites 2-year HCD review process with multiple revisions
• Bill passed Assembly Appropriations Committee 11-0-4 on May 8, 2024
• Opponents include League of California Cities and several other cities

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will hold public hearings on adjusting the Consolidated Fire Protection District developer fee and approving the submission of the 2024-28 Consolidated Plan and 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for federal housing funds. The consent calendar includes routine items such as contract awards for road maintenance and animal services.

• Public hearing to increase fire district developer fee from $1.5499 to $1.6176 per square foot, effective July 1, 2024
• Approve submission of five-year Consolidated Plan and one-year Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds
• Award $7,714,413 contract to Toro Enterprises for Overlay B road project, plus $1,542,883 contingency
• Award $852,524 contract to American Asphalt South for Slurry Seal project, plus $170,505 contingency
• Renew animal care services contract with LA County for five years through June 30, 2029

The Santa Clarita City Council approved a fire protection developer fee increase and a package of road and bridge contracts at its May 14, 2024 meeting. The council also approved the 2024-28 Consolidated Plan and 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for federal Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds, and approved its consent calendar unanimously. No substantive items were denied or tabled.

• Adopted Resolution No. 24-15 raising Consolidated Fire Protection District developer fee from $1.5499 to $1.6176 per square foot (5-0)
• Approved 2024-28 Consolidated Plan and 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar, including minutes, Check Register No. 09, and Resolution No. 24-16 on Tourism Marketing Benefit Zone (5-0)
• Awarded Bridge Preventative Maintenance contract to Tetra Tech, Inc., not to exceed $159,643 (consent)
• Awarded 2023-24 Overlay B contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc., not to exceed $9,257,296 (consent)
• Awarded 2023-24 Slurry Seal contract to American Asphalt South, Inc., not to exceed $1,023,029 (consent)
• Awarded inspection contract to Twining, Inc., not to exceed $1,128,754 (consent)
• Approved Parcel Map No. 82979 (Dentec) and rejected offer of dedication (consent)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to enter closed session for two purposes: negotiating the price and terms for the purchase of approximately 8.9 acres east of I-5, and discussing labor negotiations with both represented and unrepresented employees. No public decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to these closed-session items.

• Closed session: real property negotiation for 8.9 acres east of I-5 (APNs 2866-007-078, 2866-007-079, 286-007-080) with The Newhall Land and Farming Company
• Closed session: labor negotiations with unrepresented employees (all positions not in SEIU Local 721)
• Closed session: labor negotiations with represented employees (SEIU Local 721)

The Santa Clarita City Council held a special meeting on May 14, 2024, and went into closed session to discuss real property negotiations and labor negotiations. The closed session covered 8.9 +/- acres east of the I-5 Freeway with The Newhall Land and Farming Company, plus labor talks for both SEIU Local 721-represented and unrepresented employees. The City Attorney announced that no action was taken in closed session that was required to be reported. The meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m. with no substantive decisions made in open session.

• No reportable action taken in closed session (per City Attorney announcement)
• Closed session held on property negotiations for 8.9 +/- acres east of I-5 Freeway with The Newhall Land and Farming Company
• Closed session held on labor negotiations for SEIU Local 721-represented and unrepresented employees
• Special meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will consider approving selected artists for civic art at Old Orchard Park and David March Park, and will review the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 11 meeting and hear public comments.

• Approve artist Gail Christofferson for Old Orchard Park civic art, budget $46,000
• Approve artist Jessica Bell for David March Park civic art
• Approve Request for Proposals for 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project
• Approve minutes of April 11, 2024 regular meeting
• Arts Spotlight: Santa Clarita Ballet Company

City Council - Study Session

The City Council, Planning Commission, Parks Recreation and Community Services Commission, and Arts Commission will hold a joint study session to receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. The item is for review and discussion only; no adoption is scheduled at this meeting. Public comment is limited to the budget item.

• Presentation and discussion of proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will consider approving artists selected by committees for civic art projects at Old Orchard Park and David March Park, and will also review a request for proposals for the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 11 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Approve artist Gail Christofferson for Old Orchard Park civic art, budget $46,000
• Approve artist Jessica Bell for David March Park civic art
• Approve Request for Proposals for 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project
• Approve minutes of April 11, 2024 regular meeting

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive a presentation on The Rink Sports Pavilion, a new recreation facility planned for the Santa Clarita Sports Complex. The presentation will cover the design, construction timeline, and programming opportunities. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation on The Rink Sports Pavilion, including roller rink, basketball, pickleball, volleyball, spectator seating, DJ booth, commercial kitchen, and concession area
• Approval of April 4, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Commission reviewed a design and operations presentation for The Rink Sports Pavilion. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made during the meeting.

• Approved April 4, 2024, Regular Meeting minutes

City Council Committee - Budget Committee Meeting

The City Council Budget Committee is holding a special working meeting to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Budget. The only action item is to discuss and comment on the budget. Public comment is limited to one minute per speaker on this item.

• Discussion of the proposed 2024-25 Annual Budget

City Council - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting with only one agenda item: a closed session for the City Council to confer with legal counsel about initiating litigation on one matter. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled, and the open session portion is limited to procedural items like roll call and the city attorney's announcement.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (one matter)

The City Council convened for a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding anticipated litigation. No actions were taken during the closed session that required reporting.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will consider updating the Citywide Speed Hump/Cushion Program to allow individual property owners to request evaluations with 10% neighbor support, with the City handling surveys and costs. The agenda also includes routine consent items, including contracts for landscape maintenance and road improvements, and proclamations for National Volunteer Week and Arbor Day.

• Update to Speed Hump/Cushion Program: individual property owner can request evaluation with 10% support; City assumes survey and cost responsibility
• Landscape maintenance contract with Stay Green Inc. for LMD Zone 2008-1, two-year amount not to exceed $3,064,598
• Measure H funding amendment: $335,217 from LA County for Family Promise interim housing and Homeless Services Coordinator
• Construction contract for catch basin relocation at Copper Hill Drive and Newhall Ranch Road: $248,402 to Toro Enterprises, Inc., total not to exceed $273,242
• Construction contract for Circulation Improvement Program Phase III: $2,535,562 to R.C. Becker, Inc., total not to exceed $2,915,896

The City Council approved updates to the Citywide Speed Hump/Cushion Program to streamline applications and installation costs. The Council also approved a series of landscape maintenance and road construction contracts via the Consent Calendar.

• Approved updates to Speed Hump/Cushion Program (3-1)
• Awarded $3,064,598 landscape maintenance contract to Stay Green Inc.
• Approved $335,217 Measure H funding amendment for interim housing and homeless services
• Awarded $273,242 catch basin relocation contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc.
• Awarded $2,915,896 traffic flow improvement contract to R.C. Becker, Inc.
• Approved April 9, 2024, Special and Regular meeting minutes
• Ratified Check Register No. 08 for payments

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a proposal for a Farmer Boys drive-through restaurant at the Copperhill Shopping Center, and the Town Center Specific Plan for a 111-acre area in Valencia. The Commission will vote on the restaurant's entitlements and provide direction on the Town Center plan, continuing that hearing to May 21, 2024. The agenda also includes approval of the March 19, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Farmer Boys drive-through restaurant (2,710 sq ft) at 24525 Copper Hill Drive, with 30 parking spaces and a tandem drive-through lane
• Conditional Use Permit 23-011, Development Review 23-025, and Architectural Design Review 23-027 for the restaurant
• Town Center Specific Plan (Master Case 22-105) for a 111-acre area in Valencia, including retail, dining, entertainment, and residential uses
• Approval of minutes from the March 19, 2024 regular meeting

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will consider approving the March 14, 2024 meeting minutes and appointing one commissioner to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2025 Trailhead Art temporary public art project. The committee will develop a request for proposals for new sculptural pieces to be placed along city trails. The agenda also includes an arts spotlight on Major Impact Theatre and public comment time.

• Approve minutes of March 14, 2024 regular meeting
• Appoint one Arts Commissioner to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2025 Trailhead Art project
• Trailhead Art project will add two new sculptural pieces to the temporary collection, each removed after three years
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Arts Commission appointed a commissioner to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2025 Temporary Public Art Trailhead Project. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 14, 2024, meeting.

• Appointed Commissioner Scott-Goss to the Trailhead Project Artist Selection Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2024 regular meeting minutes

City Council - Special Meeting

This special meeting is entirely a closed session. The City Council will discuss real property negotiations for land west of Old Road and north of Taylor Open Space, and will confer with legal counsel about possibly initiating litigation. No public decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session: real property negotiations for Assessor's Parcels 2826-019-031 and 2826-023-014
• Negotiating parties: Daniel Regan and Lyons Canyon Development
• Closed session: anticipated litigation (one matter)
• Public comment limited to agendized items

The City Council held a special meeting including a closed session. In open session, the City Attorney announced a unanimous vote to begin a nuisance abatement proceeding for the property at 27952 Oakgale.

• Authorized nuisance abatement proceeding for 27952 Oakgale (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will vote on several consent calendar items, including awarding a $1.38 million contract for the 2023-24 Overlay and Slurry Seal Program, approving a $476,000 HVAC upgrade contract for the Transit Maintenance Facility, and awarding a $477,839 contract for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase I grading. The council will also consider contracts for new buses, including $719,744 for two CNG cutaway buses and one zero-emission van, and $6.13 million for four hydrogen fuel cell buses. The meeting includes a joint session with the Board of Library Trustees, a proclamation for Autism Acceptance Month, and recognition of a donation to the Steve Ioerger Open Space Preservation District.

• Award $1,382,146 contract to LCR Earthwork for Overlay A, with $276,429 contingency
• Award $476,000 contract to Pardess Air for Transit Maintenance Facility HVAC upgrades
• Award $477,839 contract to R.C. Becker & Son for The Rink Sports Pavilion Phase I grading
• Approve $719,744 for two CNG buses and one zero-emission van from Model 1 Bus Sales
• Approve $6,130,050 for four hydrogen fuel cell buses from New Flyer Corporation

The City Council unanimously approved a consent calendar including contracts for road paving, HVAC upgrades, and the purchase of zero-emission buses. The Council also authorized the termination of a bus contract with El Dorado National to replace it with a New Flyer Corporation agreement.

• Approved $1.66M road paving contract for Overlay A project (5-0)
• Approved $547,400 HVAC upgrade contract for Transit Maintenance Facility (5-0)
• Approved $525,623 grading contract and $424,136 in support services for The Rink Sports Pavilion (5-0)
• Approved $719,744 contract with Model 1 Bus Sales for three buses (5-0)
• Authorized termination of El Dorado National contracts and approved $6.13M contract with New Flyer Corporation for four hydrogen fuel cell buses (5-0)
• Approved March 26, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Ratified payments in Check Register No. 07 (5-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive a presentation on the City's Youth Employment Services (YES) Program and Teen Engagement Programming, which have helped over 2,500 teens since 1991. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the March 7, 2024 regular meeting. No other action items are on the agenda.

• Presentation on Youth Employment Services (YES) Program, launched in 1991, has helped over 2,500 teens
• Overview of initiatives like Tools of the Trade, Show N' Tell, and Career Pathways, which have helped over 500 youth
• Teen Career Development Symposium highlighted
• Approval of March 7, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission met on April 4, 2024, with four of five commissioners present. The only formal action was approving the March 7, 2024 minutes with an amendment regarding Teen and Traffic Courts. The commission received a presentation on Youth Employment Services and Teen Engagement Programming and discussed teen courts, swim teams, parks, and upcoming city events. No new programs, budgets, or policies were decided.

• Approved March 7, 2024 regular meeting minutes with an amendment regarding Teen and Traffic Courts (motion by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Stabile)
• Received presentation on Youth Employment Services and Teen Engagement Programming (no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:41 p.m. (motion by Vice Chair Rodriguez, seconded by Commissioner Thompson)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive a presentation on the City's Youth Employment Services (YES) Program and Teen Engagement Programming. The presentation will cover the YES Program, Community Centers' Teen Programs, and the Teen Career Development Symposium. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the March 7, 2024 regular meeting.

• Presentation on Youth Employment Services (YES) Program, launched in 1991, has helped over 2,500 teens
• Overview of Teen Programs at Community Centers, including Career Paths and Tools of the Trade
• Highlight of Teen Career Development Symposium
• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2024 regular meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 7, 2024, meeting with an amendment. Members received a presentation on Youth Employment Services and Teen Engagement Programming, but no formal actions were taken on new business.

• Approved March 7, 2024, regular meeting minutes with amendment

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council adopted an ordinance to increase Councilmember compensation by 5% starting in 2025. The Council also approved several event contracts, a trail construction project, and a reallocation of civic art funds.

• Approved 5% Councilmember compensation increase effective 2025 (4-1)
• Approved reallocation of $229,279 from Sheriff’s Station Civic Art to Central Park River of Lights (5-0)
• Awarded $773,152 max contract to R.C. Becker and Son, Inc. for Bouquet Canyon Trail (5-0)
• Awarded $104,500 max contract to SOS Entertainment for Concerts in the Park (5-0)
• Awarded $40,425 max contract to Pyro Spectaculars North, Inc. for July 4 fireworks (5-0)
• Awarded $39,160 max contract to Advantage Productions for Cowboy Festival sound/stage (5-0)
• Awarded $41,978 max contract to AV Party Rentals for Cowboy Festival rentals (5-0)
• Approved Final Tract Map and dedications for Tract No. 83087-01 Metro Walk (5-0)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review the Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project, a large development proposal including senior living and apartment units. The commission is expected to receive a staff presentation on the project description and Draft Environmental Impact Report. No final decision on the project is anticipated at this meeting, as the hearing will be continued to a future date.

• Public hearing opened for Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 20-238)
• Proposal includes 130 independent living units, 61 assisted-living units, and 26 memory care beds
• Proposal includes 379 multi-family apartment units and 8,914 square feet of commercial floor area
• Staff presentation on Draft Environmental Impact Report scheduled
• Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project (Master Case 20-238), a proposed senior-living facility with 130 independent living units, 61 assisted-living units, 26 memory care beds, 8,914 square feet of commercial floor area, and 379 multi-family apartment units. After staff and applicant presentations, public comment, and commissioner questions, the Commission voted 5-0 to continue the item to June 18, 2024. The Commission also approved the February 20, 2024 minutes 5-0. No decision was made on the project itself.

• Approved February 20, 2024 minutes (5-0 voice vote)
• Continued Wiley Canyon Mixed-Use Project hearing to June 18, 2024 (5-0 roll-call vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:55 p.m. (motion by Ostrom, seconded by Ayala)

City Council Committee - Legislative Committee Meeting

The Legislative Committee will consider recommending support for two state bills: AB 2309, which would let city attorneys prosecute misdemeanors without district attorney consent, and AB 2814, which would make package theft a crime. The committee's recommendation would go to the full City Council.

• AB 2309: removes district attorney consent requirement for city attorneys to prosecute misdemeanors
• AB 2814: makes entering a home's curtilage to steal a package a misdemeanor or felony
• Staff report cites 46% of Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff's Station cases declined by DA's office since 2020 directives
• Both bills align with City's 2024 Executive and Legislative Platform on addressing AB 109, Prop 47, and Prop 57 impacts

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will decide on the artist for the civic art project at the Rink Sports Pavilion and approve artists for the 2024 Trailhead Art program. They will also review and assign commissioners to committees for the coming year. The meeting includes approval of the February 8, 2024 minutes.

• Approve Annette Coleman for the Rink Sports Pavilion civic art project
• Approve three artists for the 2024 Trailhead Art program, each with an $8,000 honorarium
• Assign Arts Commissioners to committees for the coming year
• Approve minutes of the February 8, 2024 regular meeting

The Arts Commission appointed commissioners to serve on the Public Art and Newhall Arts and Communications committees for the coming year. The commission also approved meeting minutes from February 8, 2024.

• Approved February 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Appointed Commissioner Scott-Goss to the Public Art Committee
• Appointed Chair Rasmussen to the Newhall Arts and Communications Committee

City Council - Special Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to convene a closed session to discuss existing litigation with legal counsel. The case is City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al., with case numbers PC058773 and B320230. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) for existing litigation
• Case: City of Santa Clarita v. Canyon View Limited et al. (LASC Case No. PC058773, Appellate Case No. B320230)

The City Council convened for a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding existing litigation. No reportable actions were taken during the session.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council approved a councilmember compensation adjustment of 2.5 percent (not compounded) for calendar years 2023 and 2024, for a total increase of up to 5 percent, on a 3-1 vote. An earlier motion for a 5 percent adjustment (up to 10 percent total) failed 2-1, with one abstention and Mayor Smyth absent. On the consent calendar, the council unanimously approved meeting minutes, Check Register No. 05, a $206,570 design contract for the Newhall Park pool pump room, and an amendment to a Los Angeles County Flood Control District grant memorandum of understanding.

• Approved 2.5% councilmember compensation adjustment for 2023 and 2024, up to 5% total (3-1, Weste no, Smyth absent)
• Failed: 5% councilmember compensation adjustment for 2023 and 2024, up to 10% total (2-1, Weste no, Gibbs abstain, Smyth absent)
• Approved consent calendar unanimously (4-0, Smyth absent)
• Approved February 27, 2024 regular meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Approved and ratified Check Register No. 05 payments (consent calendar)
• Awarded $206,570 design contract to Pacific Advanced Civil Engineering, Inc. for Newhall Park pool pump room, Project P2021 (consent calendar)
• Authorized Amendment 1 to Memorandum of Understanding with Los Angeles County Flood Control District for Proposition 1 Disadvantaged Community Involvement Planning Grant (consent calendar)

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission will receive a presentation on the City of Santa Clarita's Support for Individuals and Families with Special Needs, including its Inclusion Support Services program. The commission will also approve the minutes of the February 1, 2024 regular meeting. No votes on policy or contracts are scheduled.

• Presentation on Inclusion Support Services, including Inclusion Aides certified in Crisis Prevention Institute training
• Overview of programs: Camp Clarita, Primetime Preschool, after-school programs, contract classes, aquatics
• Signature events mentioned: Free to Be Me festival, Light up Main Street, City Cinemas
• Approval of February 1, 2024 regular meeting minutes

The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission met on March 7, 2024 with three of five members present. The commission approved the February 1, 2024 regular meeting minutes and received a presentation on the city's Support for Individuals and Families with Special Needs; no other substantive decisions were made. Commissioners discussed inclusive programming, teen court, park maintenance, and upcoming city events. The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

• Approved February 1, 2024 regular meeting minutes (motion by Stabile, second by Thompson)
• Received presentation on city's Support for Individuals and Families with Special Needs (no vote recorded)
• Selected Commissioner Ostrom as Chair Pro Tem for the meeting in absence of Chair Waymire and Vice Chair Rodriguez
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 p.m. (motion by Thompson, second by Stabile)

City Council - Study Session

The City Council is holding a study session to receive presentations from staff and New Urban West on a concept for the Sunridge Specific Plan, proposed for the Whittaker-Bermite property. This is an informal discussion to help the Council understand the proposal; no formal action is scheduled.

• Presentation on Sunridge Specific Plan concept
• Proposed by New Urban West
• Located on Whittaker-Bermite property

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a study session to receive presentations from city staff and New Urban West on a concept for the Sunridge Specific Plan, proposed for the Whittaker-Bermite property. This is an informal discussion to help the council understand the major issues; no formal action is being taken.

• Presentation on Sunridge Specific Plan concept
• Proposed by New Urban West
• Located on Whittaker-Bermite property
• Public comment limited to one minute per speaker

Open Space Preservation District Financial Accountability and Audit Panel - Regular Meeting

The Open Space Preservation District Financial Accountability and Audit Panel will elect officers for 2024, hear a presentation from the independent auditor on the district fund audit, and review the FY 2022-23 financial statements and annual report. The panel will also consider approving the Open Space Acquisition Implementation Work Program for FY 2024-25. This is a regular meeting with public comment period.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2024
• Presentation from independent auditor on audit of Open Space Preservation District fund
• Review and approval of FY 2022-23 financial statements and Annual Financial Report
• Approval of Open Space Acquisition Implementation Work Program for FY 2024-25

City Council Committee - Public Safety Committee Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to receive an update on local public safety, including crime rates and trends. The committee will discuss the item, and public comment is limited to this topic.

• Public safety update on crime rates and trends

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will hold public hearings on a drainage benefit assessment for the Bouquet Canyon tract and the 2024-25 Community Needs Assessment Survey. The consent calendar includes contracts for park lighting, pool renovation, bridge maintenance, a transit analytics platform, and a $4.88 million Proposition 1 grant for a stormwater infiltration facility at Via Princessa Park.

• Approve $4,882,804 Proposition 1 grant agreement with Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency and California Department of Water Resources for Via Princessa Park stormwater facility
• Award $318,550 contract to Corner Keystone Construction for Skyline Ranch Park sports lighting and $525,600 to Musco Sports Lighting for equipment
• Award $332,278 contract to National Pools, Inc. for Valencia Community Center pool renovation
• Award $299,926 contract to Slater Waterproofing, Inc. for Paseo Bridge maintenance and painting
• Award $374,988 contract to TransSIGHT for transit business intelligence platform

The City Council approved several construction contracts for park lighting, pool renovation, and bridge maintenance. The Council also authorized a $4.8M grant for a stormwater facility and appointed a new member to the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission.

• Approved $4.8M Proposition 1 Grant for Via Princessa Park stormwater facility
• Awarded $318,550 contract to Corner Keystone Construction and $525,600 to Musco Sports Lighting for Skyline Ranch Park lighting
• Awarded $332,278 contract to National Pools, Inc. for Valencia Community Center pool renovation
• Awarded $299,926 contract to Slater Waterproofing, Inc. for Paseo Bridge maintenance
• Approved appointment of Di Thompson to Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission
• Approved $374,988 contract to TransSIGHT for a transit business intelligence platform
• Approved Drainage Benefit Assessment Area 2023-1 for Bouquet Canyon
• Tabled update to Speed Hump/Cushion Program for staff revisions

Arts Commission - Study Session

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission is holding a study session to review the Public Art Planning and Selection Process Review. This is a discussion item, with no final decision expected. Public comment is limited to this item.

• Presentation and review of the Public Art Planning and Selection Process Review

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a new two-story home on Triumph Road, an AT&T wireless facility on an existing SCE tower, and a tentative parcel map to subdivide one commercial lot into nine for Centre Pointe Village. The commission will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson and approve the January 16, 2024 meeting minutes.

• New 3,949 sq ft two-story home on 5-acre vacant lot on Triumph Road (APN 2841-023-085), requiring Hillside Development Review, Administrative Permit, and Oak Tree Permit
• AT&T wireless facility on existing Southern California Edison lattice tower north of Grace Baptist Church, east of San Francisquito Canyon Road (APN 3244-032-020)
• Tentative Parcel Map 84315 to subdivide one commercial lot into nine lots for Centre Pointe Village at 26501 Carl Boyer Drive (APN 2836-016-044)
• Election of chairperson and vice chairperson
• Approval of January 16, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Committee - Legislative Committee Meeting

The Santa Clarita Legislative Committee will consider recommending support for four state bills targeting organized retail theft: SB 928, AB 1772, AB 1779, and AB 1802. These bills would extend or expand penalties for theft, allow local prosecutors to handle cross-jurisdictional theft cases, and extend the California Highway Patrol's organized retail crime task force. The committee's recommendations would go to the full City Council.

• SB 928 (Niello): Extends indefinitely special sentences for organized retail theft as misdemeanor or felony.
• AB 1772 (Ramos): Allows repeat theft offenders with two or more prior theft-related convictions to be charged with a felony; requires voter approval.
• AB 1779 (Irwin): Expands jurisdiction for local prosecutors to prosecute thefts across jurisdictions, not just the Attorney General.
• AB 1802 (Jones-Sawyer): Extends to Jan 1, 2031, the sunset for organized retail theft sentences and the CHP task force; notes $30.7 million recovered and 1,250 arrests since task force inception.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss modifying approval conditions for the Vista Canyon project. The discussion includes transitioning the construction of the Vista Canyon Road Bridge to the City due to developer financial difficulties.

• Public hearing to eliminate developer conditions for the Vista Canyon Road Bridge
• Authorization of up to $999,661 to acquire bridge design plans and specifications
• Proposed $1,100,000 loan from the General Fund to the Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fund
• Acceptance of the Water Factory facility and related easements from Vista Canyon Ranch, LLC
• Award of $598,453 for concrete rehabilitation and ADA access ramp construction

The City Council approved a resolution eliminating conditions of approval EN42 and EN43 for the Vista Canyon project, allowing the City to take over construction of the Vista Canyon Road Bridge. The resolution also accepts the Water Factory facility and easements from Vista Canyon Ranch, LLC, authorizes up to $999,661 for bridge design and construction agreements, and approves a $1,100,000 General Fund loan to the Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fund. In other business, the Council reappointed its SCAG General Assembly delegate and alternate and approved the consent calendar, including a $117,534 janitorial supplies contract and a $598,453 concrete and ADA ramp contract.

• Adopted Resolution No. 24-5 eliminating conditions EN42 and EN43 and assigning Vista Canyon Road Bridge design to the City (5-0)
• Authorized up to $999,661 for Vista Canyon Road Bridge design and construction agreements (5-0)
• Approved $1,100,000 General Fund loan to Eastside Bridge & Thoroughfare District Fund (5-0)
• Accepted Water Factory facility and easements from Vista Canyon Ranch, LLC (5-0)
• Reappointed Councilmember Gibbs as SCAG Delegate and Councilwoman McLean as Alternate (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check registers, and records services agreement (5-0)
• Awarded $117,534 janitorial supplies contract to American Sanitary Supply (5-0)
• Awarded $598,453 concrete rehabilitation and ADA ramp contract to R.C. Becker and Son, Inc. (5-0)

City Council - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Santa Clarita City Council, held entirely in closed session to discuss legal matters and real estate negotiations. The council will confer with legal counsel on existing and anticipated litigation, including a claim against the city, and will negotiate terms for specific parcels of property. No public action is scheduled.

• Closed session on City of Santa Clarita v. County of Los Angeles (LASC Case No. 22STCP01395)
• Closed session on anticipated litigation related to Gloria Johnson v. City of Grants Pass, Oregon (USSC Case No. 23-175)
• Closed session on a claim by Mazzy Peacock against the City of Santa Clarita (Claim 23-43)
• Closed session on real property negotiations for Assessor's Parcel Nos. 2833-001-087; 2833-004-097; 2833-005-011-014; and 2833-005-902-904, and Lyons Avenue

The City Council held a special meeting and entered closed session to discuss litigation and real property negotiations. In open session, the City Attorney announced a unanimous decision regarding a pending U.S. Supreme Court case.

• Approved participation as an amicus in Johnson v. City of Grants Pass lawsuit (unanimous)

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will receive an overview of the Arts Grants program, including rating processes and future approaches, and will appoint a commissioner to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry project. They will also get an overview of 2024 city events. The meeting includes routine items like electing officers and approving minutes.

• Overview of Arts Grants program, including rating process and potential future approaches
• Appointment of one Arts Commissioner to the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Artist Selection Committee
• Overview of 2024 events including SENSES Block Party, Cowboy Festival, Concerts in the Park, and Fourth of July fireworks
• Approval of January 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Election of officers

The Arts Commission elected Commissioner Rasmussen as Chair and Commissioner Millar as Vice-Chair. The commission also appointed a representative for the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project and received overviews of arts grants and 2024 city events.

• Elected Commissioner Rasmussen as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Millar as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Appointed Vice-Chair Millar to the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry project Artist Selection Committee

City Council - Study Session

The City Council, Planning Commission, Parks/Recreation/Community Services Commission, and Arts Commission will hold a joint study session to receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. This is an informal discussion to understand the budget before formal adoption later in the year. Public comments are limited to the budget item.

• Presentation on proposed FY 2024-25 budget
• Joint meeting of City Council and three commissions
• Public comment period for budget item (3 minutes per speaker)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission will review the Arts Grants program to discuss potential future funding models and rating processes. The body will also appoint a commissioner to the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry project committee and receive an overview of 2024 city-sponsored events.

• Review of Arts Grants program and Santa Clarita Arts Master Plan recommendations
• Appointment of one Arts Commissioner to the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry project Artist Selection Committee
• Overview of 2024 events including SENSES Block Party, Cowboy Festival, and Concerts in the Park
• Approval of the January 11, 2024, regular meeting minutes

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission elected Commissioner Rasmussen as Chair and Commissioner Millar as Vice-Chair, both by unanimous votes. It approved the minutes of its January 11, 2024 regular meeting. The Commission received overviews of the Arts Grants program, the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project, and planned 2024 city events; the Chair appointed Vice-Chair Millar to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project. No grants were awarded or funding decisions made at this meeting.

• Elected Commissioner Rasmussen as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Millar as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of January 11, 2024
• Appointed Vice-Chair Millar to the Artist Selection Committee for the 2025 Sidewalk Poetry Project
• Received overview of the Arts Grants program (no action)
• Received overview of 2024 city events (no action)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:18 p.m.

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The Commission will review a request for a new sign at Veterans Historical Plaza and receive an update on playground upgrades. Staff will also present planned amenities for the upcoming Skyline Ranch Park and Valencia Community Center.

• Veterans Historical Plaza signage request by Eagle Scout Ron-Paul Tamayo
• Playground upgrades at Bouquet Canyon, Valencia Glen, and Northbridge Parks
• Planned amenities for Skyline Ranch Park including tennis and basketball courts
• Planned amenities for Valencia Community Center including an indoor pool

The Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve a request to add a sign at the Veterans Historical Plaza directing visitors to a website of veteran interviews. The body also elected new officers and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Elected Commissioner Waymire as Chair
• Elected Commissioner Rodriguez as Vice Chair
• Approved December 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval to City Council for Veterans Historical Plaza signage request

City Council Committee - Budget Committee Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council Budget Committee will hold a special working meeting to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Budget. The committee, consisting of up to two City Council members and staff, will informally discuss major budget issues and take public comment on the item. No formal action is scheduled; the recommended action is to discuss and comment.

• Discussion of the proposed FY 2024-25 Annual Budget

City Council - Special Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to enter closed session to discuss existing litigation against the County of Los Angeles (Case No. 22STCP01395). No public action or decision is scheduled; the meeting is limited to this legal discussion.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (City of Santa Clarita v. County of Los Angeles, LASC Case No. 22STCP01395)

The City Council convened for a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding existing litigation. No action was taken during the closed session that required reporting.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will hold a joint regular meeting with the Board of Library Trustees, addressing new business items including annual council committee appointments and a decision on whether to adopt Los Angeles County's new gun and ammunition dealer licensing regulations. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, a check register, the FY 2022-23 financial report, and several contracts and grants.

• Discussion on adopting or declining LA County's gun and ammunition dealer ordinance
• Contract amendment with SoftwareOne, Inc. for Microsoft licenses, increasing expenditure authority by $72,754 to $213,637
• Award of $270,000 three-year contract to CentralSquare Technologies for false alarm and noise disturbance management
• Approval of $199,045 in 2024 Community Services and Arts Grants
• Award of $418,593 construction contract to Toro Enterprises for Newhall Ranch Road and Bouquet Canyon Road intersection improvements

The City Council unanimously decided not to adopt the Los Angeles County Gun and Ammunition Dealers Ordinance, opting instead to defer to state and federal laws. The Council also approved annual committee appointments and several infrastructure and service contracts via the consent calendar.

• Declined to adopt LA County Gun and Ammunition Dealers Ordinance (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 City Council Committee Appointments (Unanimous)
• Approved $481,382 contract for Newhall Ranch Rd and Bouquet Canyon Rd improvements
• Approved $270,000 contract with CentralSquare Technologies for alarm and noise management
• Approved $199,045 total for 2024 Community Services and Arts Grants
• Approved Final Tract Map for Tract No. 61924 at Golden Triangle Rd and Isabella Pkwy
• Increased Microsoft license contract expenditure authority by $72,754
• Increased Advantage Productions sound and stage contract authority by $30,000

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a proposal by Mister Car Wash to build a 5,431-square-foot automated car wash near Bouquet Canyon Road and Newhall Ranch Road, and a request to subdivide a 19.87-acre parcel into four residential lots. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from the September 19, 2023 meeting.

• Mister Car Wash: new 5,431 sq ft automated car wash at southeast corner of Bouquet Canyon Rd and Newhall Ranch Rd (APN 2849-001-031)
• Tentative Parcel Map 80287: subdivision of 19.87-acre parcel (APN 2841-018-071) into four residential lots
• CEQA exemption for car wash under Class 3 categorical exemption (Section 15303)
• Mitigated Negative Declaration for the subdivision
• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2023 regular meeting

Arts Commission - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission will decide on two main items: approving the final 10 poems for the 2024 Sidewalk Poetry Project and supporting the Peer Review Panel's funding recommendations for the 2024 Arts Grants Program. The commission will also approve the minutes from the December 14, 2023 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Approve 10 selected poems for 2024 Sidewalk Poetry Project, each poet receiving $150 honorarium
• Support $99,500 in arts grants to 18 organizations, including $7,500 for Santa Clarita Presents category
• Approve minutes of December 14, 2023 regular meeting
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Santa Clarita Arts Commission reviewed recommendations for the 2024 Sidewalk Poetry Project and the 2024 Arts Grants Program. The minutes record presentations and discussions but do not explicitly state that the Commission voted to approve these items, only that they were presented for consideration. The meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m.

• Agenda approved (motion by Rasmussen, second by Shapiro)
• Sidewalk Poetry Project poems presented for approval
• Arts Grants funding recommendations presented for City Council approval
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Shapiro, second by Rasmussen)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Santa Clarita City Council will fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission, and consider several routine consent items including contracts for pool chemicals, wireless services, and economic development support. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and an annual update from the economic development corporation.

• Appoint resident to Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission vacancy (term ends Dec 31, 2026)
• Ratify emergency agreement with SilverRide, Inc. and terminate local emergency related to bus drivers' strike
• Renew contract with Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation for $240,000 annually for FY 2024-25 through FY 2026-27
• Award 17-month pool chemicals contract to HASA, Inc. for up to $587,748
• Approve T-Mobile wireless contract up to $225,000 per year

The Santa Clarita City Council approved a three-year renewal of its contract with the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation at $240,000 annually for Fiscal Years 2024-25 through 2026-27. It also awarded a 17-month pool chemicals contract to HASA, Inc. worth up to $587,748 including contingency, and approved a T-Mobile wireless contract not to exceed $225,000 per year. Rob Cruikshank was appointed to an unscheduled vacancy on the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission, and the council adopted resolutions on the Successor Agency payment schedule, the Annual Impact Fee Report, and terminating the local emergency from the bus drivers' strike.

• Approved Rob Cruikshank to Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission unexpired term ending December 31, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including December 12, 2023 special and regular meeting minutes and Check Register No. 26 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. SA 24-1 approving FY 2024-25 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-1 accepting the Annual Impact Fee Report
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-2 terminating the local emergency from the bus drivers' strike and ratifying the emergency agreement with Silver Ride, Inc.
• Authorized $240,000 annually for three years (FY 2024-25 to FY 2026-27) to renew the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation contract
• Awarded 17-month pool chemicals contract to HASA, Inc. not to exceed $587,748 including contingency
• Adopted Resolution Nos. 24-3 and 24-4 initiating Bouquet Canyon Drainage Benefit Assessment Area 2023-1 and set a February 27, 2024 public hearing

Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several administrative and service contracts, including pool chemicals and wireless data services. The meeting also includes a joint session with the Board of Library Trustees and the appointment of a new member to the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission.

• Appointment of a resident to the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission through December 31, 2026
• Renewal of Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation contract at $240,000 annually for three years
• New 17-month pool chemicals contract with HASA, Inc. not to exceed $587,748
• T-Mobile wireless services contract not to exceed $225,000 per year
• Initiation of proceedings for the Bouquet Canyon Drainage Benefit Assessment Area

The City Council unanimously appointed Rob Cruikshank to fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission. The Council also approved several service contracts and adopted resolutions regarding impact fees and drainage assessments.

• Appointed Rob Cruikshank to Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Unanimous)
• Authorized $240,000 annual contract renewal for SCVEDC through FY 2026-27
• Awarded pool chemicals contract to HASA, Inc. not to exceed $587,748
• Approved T-Mobile wireless services contract not to exceed $225,000 per year
• Adopted Resolution 24-2 terminating local emergency caused by bus drivers' strike
• Adopted Resolution 24-1 accepting the Annual Impact Fee Report
• Adopted Resolutions 24-3 and 24-4 to form Bouquet Canyon Drainage Benefit Assessment Area
• Approved Check Register No. 26 for payment