Apple Valley public meetings in 2021

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposal to create a 978-acre overlay in the Regional Commercial (CR) District to allow e-commerce fulfillment and distribution centers, which would amend the General Plan and Development Code. The council will also consider consent items including accepting road and park improvements, awarding contracts, and opting into national opioid settlements. Additionally, the council will select a new mayor and mayor pro tempore, and discuss adding three sheriff deputies to the law enforcement contract.

• Public hearing on General Plan Amendment 2021-001 and Development Code Amendment 2021-002 to allow e-commerce centers in a 978-acre CR overlay
• Acceptance of Stoddell Wells Road Widening work for $1,667,051.07
• Acceptance of James Woody Park Retention Basin Landscape Restoration for $54,184.11
• Award professional services agreement to Merrell-Johnson for Headquarters Drive Sewer Improvements with $100,000 budget transfer
• Resolution to opt into national opioid settlements with distributors and Janssen

The Apple Valley Town Council approved a General Plan and Development Code amendment creating a 978-acre overlay in the Regional Commercial District to allow e-commerce fulfillment and distribution centers. It also approved adding three Sheriff Deputies to the law enforcement contract, adopted a resolution amending the classification and salary plan, and approved the consent calendar including the opioid settlement opt-in. The council selected Kari Leon as Mayor and Art Bishop as Mayor Pro Tempore.

• Selected Kari Leon as Mayor (5-0)
• Selected Art Bishop as Mayor Pro Tempore (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 7.1-7.14 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-34 accepting TDA Article 3 grant funds for sidewalk improvements (consent)
• Approved e-commerce overlay ordinance (General Plan Amendment 2021-001 and Development Code Amendment 2021-002) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-37 amending classification and salary plan (5-0)
• Approved adding three Sheriff Deputies to FY 2021-22 law enforcement contract (5-0)
• Authorized filing Notice of Appeal in Town vs. Apple Valley Ranchos Water Company (closed session)

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council is meeting to consider consent items including road resurfacing contracts, a property purchase for a road realignment, and a long-term energy agreement. They will also hold a public hearing on adding the Victor Valley Animal Protective League to the historical landmark program, and discuss COVID public health guidance for the school district.

• Accept resurfacing work by VSS International for $813,469.98
• Award cold mix overlay contract to Sully Miller Contracting Company
• Approve purchase of parcel on Outer Highway 18 North for $89,147.10 for Standing Rock Road realignment
• Approve long-term resource adequacy agreement with Calpine Energy Services for Apple Valley Choice Energy
• Public hearing to add Victor Valley Animal Protective League to Historical Landmark Program

The Apple Valley Town Council approved the consent calendar (items 6.1-6.10) unanimously, including accepting the Resurfacing 2021 work for $813,469.98, awarding a cold mix overlay contract to Sully Miller Contracting, purchasing property on Outer Highway 18 North for $89,147.10, and approving a long-term resource adequacy agreement with Calpine Energy Services. The council also voted 5-0 to add the Victor Valley Animal Protective League as a Historical Point of Interest. In a separate 5-0 vote, the council expressed support for the Apple Valley Unified School District's right to determine its own response to state mandates, but took no binding action.

• Approved consent calendar items 6.1-6.10 (5-0)
• Accepted Resurfacing 2021 work by VSS International for $813,469.98
• Awarded cold mix overlay contract to Sully Miller Contracting
• Approved purchase of parcel 3112-331-14 on Outer Highway 18 North for $89,147.10
• Approved California Choice Energy Authority's long-term resource adequacy agreement with Calpine Energy Services
• Added Victor Valley Animal Protective League as Historical Point of Interest (5-0)
• Allowed overhead utility pole and lines near San Bernardino County facility at 18818 Outer Hwy 18 (5-0)
• Expressed support for school district's local control via minute action (5-0)

Council - Regular Meeting

This meeting agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive agenda items. There are no decisions, proposals, or discussions listed for the Apple Valley City Council regular meeting of October 26, 2021.

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council is meeting to handle routine consent items, including ratifying a $134,563.17 purchase of a Verkada security camera system and accepting completed road resurfacing work costing $820,438.19. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Veterans and Military Family Appreciation Month, a presentation on SB 1383 compliance, and a closed session covering potential litigation and real property negotiations.

• Ratify purchase of Verkada security camera system and implementation services from Am-Tec Security for $134,563.17
• Accept work for Resurfacing 2021 Roadway Repair project at total contract cost of $820,438.19
• Proclamation designating November 2021 as Veterans and Military Family Appreciation Month
• Presentation on Town's efforts to comply with SB 1383
• Closed session on anticipated litigation, existing litigation (Case No. CIVDS1600180), and real property negotiations

The Apple Valley Town Council approved the consent agenda, including the purchase of a Verkada security camera system and implementation services from Am-Tec Security for $134,563.17, and accepted the Resurfacing 2021 Roadway Repair project at a total contract cost of $820,438.19. Councilmembers Cusack, Nassif, and Leon recused from voting on specific warrants due to remote interests. No public hearings or business items were held, and the council adjourned to closed session with no reportable action taken.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrants, and payroll schedules (4-0, Bishop absent)
• Ratified purchase of Verkada security camera system from Am-Tec Security for $134,563.17 (4-0)
• Accepted Resurfacing 2021 Roadway Repair project work for $820,438.19 (4-0)
• Directed Town Clerk to file Notice of Completion for roadway repair (4-0)
• Directed Finance Director to release retained funds 30 days after Notice of Completion (4-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for anticipated litigation and real property negotiations (unanimous)
• No reportable action taken after closed session

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, a proclamation, a parcel map, and a construction contract. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no public hearings or major policy decisions listed.

• Award contract to TSR Construction, Inc. for Mendel Park Restroom Project No. PR2021-01
• Accept final map for Parcel Map No. 20336 (applicant Chris Hitt)
• Adopt Resolution 2021-32 declaring November 2021 Veteran and Military Family Appreciation Month
• Approve minutes from September 14 and September 28, 2021 meetings
• Closed session on anticipated litigation and real property negotiations with Liberty Utilities

The Apple Valley Town Council approved the consent agenda (items 6.1-6.4) with a 3-0 vote, with two members absent and one recusal. This included adopting Resolution 2021-32 declaring November 2021 as Veterans and Military Family Appreciation Month, accepting the final map for Parcel Map No. 20336, and awarding a contract to TSR Construction, Inc. for the Mendel Park Restroom Project. No public hearings or business items were held, and the council adjourned to closed session with no reportable action.

• Approved consent agenda items 6.1-6.4 (3-0, with 2 absent and 1 recusal)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-32 declaring November 2021 as Veterans and Military Family Appreciation Month
• Accepted final map for Parcel Map No. 20336 (applicant Chris Hitt)
• Awarded contract to TSR Construction, Inc. for Mendel Park Restroom Project No. PR2021-01

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council will hold public hearings on issuing up to $10 million in lease revenue bonds, confirming delinquent utility fees as property liens, and approving the 2020-2021 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for HUD. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as warrants, minutes, a fee waiver, a data center cooling system purchase, and the Measure I 5-year capital improvement plan. The meeting also includes a closed session on potential litigation and real property negotiations.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2021-29 to record delinquent utility fees as liens on properties
• Public hearing to authorize issuance of 2021 Lease Revenue Bond up to $10,000,000
• Public hearing on 2020-2021 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for HUD
• Ratify purchase of APC in-row cooling system for data center at $61,168.41
• Adopt Measure I 5-Year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2021/22-2025/26

The Council approved a consent agenda covering routine items, including minutes, warrants, a fee waiver, and a data center cooling system purchase. It also adopted resolutions to place liens on properties with delinquent utility fees and to authorize a $10 million lease revenue bond through the Apple Valley Public Financing Authority. The Council approved the FY 2020-2021 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) for submission to HUD. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned to closed session with no reportable action.

• Approved consent calendar items 6.1-6.10, including minutes, warrants, treasurer's report, energy attestation, fee waiver, cooling system purchase, bid authorization, final map, and Measure I 5-year plan.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-29 confirming delinquent utility fees as liens on real property.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-30 authorizing a $10,000,000 lease revenue bond and related agreements.
• Adopted Resolution PFA 2021-01 authorizing the Public Financing Authority to issue the $10,000,000 bond.
• Approved the FY 2020-2021 CAPER and authorized submission to HUD.
• Adjourned to closed session for legal and real property negotiations; no reportable action taken.

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council will consider consent items including awarding a construction contract for the Stoddard Wells Road Widening Project and a geotechnical testing agreement, plus accepting the Central Road Sewer Improvements project. The council will also discuss and possibly approve a letter of concern about the Providence-Kaiser Permanente partnership and establish an ad hoc committee for Providence St. Mary Medical Center. The meeting includes routine items like minutes, treasurer's reports, and a personnel policy amendment, followed by a closed session on litigation and property negotiations.

• Award contract to Calmex Engineering, Inc. for Stoddard Wells Road Widening Project (I-15 to Johnson Road)
• Award professional services agreement to Aragon Geotechnical, Inc. for materials testing on the same project
• Accept Central Road Sewer Improvements work at total contract cost of $933,978.70 and file Notice of Completion
• Approve letter of concern regarding proposed Providence and Kaiser Permanente partnership
• Establish and appoint two council members to Providence St. Mary Medical Center (SMMC) Ad Hoc Committee

The Apple Valley Town Council approved a contract with Calmex Engineering, Inc. for the Stoddard Wells Road Widening Project from Interstate 15 to Johnson Road, subject to approval by the Town Attorney and Town Manager. The council also approved the consent calendar, including the Central Road Sewer Improvements acceptance of work, and designated two members to the Providence St. Mary's Ad Hoc Committee. A letter of concern regarding the Providence-Kaiser partnership was discussed and revised for submission by September 7, 2021.

• Approved contract with Calmex Engineering for Stoddard Wells Road Widening (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 6.1-6.4 and 6.6-6.7 (5-0)
• Pulled item 6.5 (Stoddard Wells Road Widening) for discussion, then approved
• Accepted Central Road Sewer Improvements work at $933,978.70
• Adopted Resolution 2021-28 amending Personnel Policy Section 19.4
• Designated Council Member Nassif and Mayor Emick to Providence St. Mary's Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
• Consensus to revise letter of concern on Providence-Kaiser partnership and submit by Sept 7, 2021

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council will hold a public hearing on the appeal of a business license revocation for Loui Smoke & Vape Shop, and consider adopting a new municipal fee schedule for FY 2021-2022. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, warrants, a letter of credit increase for Apple Valley Choice Energy, and a funding agreement for the Stoddard Wells Road Widening Project. The council will also discuss a letter of support for a Providence and Kaiser Permanente partnership, and hold closed-session discussions on litigation and property negotiations.

• Appeal hearing on revocation of Business License #00015011 for Loui Smoke & Vape Shop at 17776 Wika Road
• Resolution No. 2021-25 to amend and establish specified fees for Town services for FY 2021-2022
• Increase letter of credit with River City Bank by $151,305 to $298,305 for Apple Valley Choice Energy
• Approve SBCTA Funding Agreement No. 22-1002675 for Stoddard Wells Road Widening Project
• Closed session on potential litigation and real property negotiations with Liberty Utilities

The Apple Valley Town Council denied the appeal of Mr. Amer Abdulnour and revoked the business license of Loui Smoke & Vape Shop, located at 17776 Wika Road, based on evidence presented. The council also approved a $151,305 increase to the letter of credit for Apple Valley Choice Energy, approved a funding agreement for the Stoddard Wells Road Widening Project, and adopted Resolution 2021-25 establishing fees for town services. Staff was directed to draft two letters regarding the closure of Saint Mary Hospital and to form an ad-hoc committee to work with Providence on future site use.

• Denied appeal and revoked business license of Loui Smoke & Vape Shop (4-0)
• Approved $151,305 increase to letter of credit for Apple Valley Choice Energy (4-0)
• Approved SBCTA funding agreement for Stoddard Wells Road Widening Project (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-25 establishing fees for town services (4-0)
• Directed staff to draft two letters on Saint Mary Hospital closure and form ad-hoc committee (4-0)

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council will hold public hearings on revoking a business license for Loui Smoke & Vape Shop, confirming the Lighting and Landscape Assessment District #1 levy, and considering solid waste rate increases. They will also consider establishing an economic development incentive subcommittee and receive a report on Western Joshua Tree policy. The agenda includes routine consent items and a closed session on litigation and property negotiations.

• Appeal of intent to revoke Business License #00015011 for Loui Smoke & Vape Shop at 17776 Wika Road
• Public hearing to confirm and levy Lighting and Landscape Assessment District #1 for FY 2021-2022 (Resolution 2021-26)
• Proposition 218 public hearing on new/increased solid waste service charges (Resolution 2021-27)
• Award contract to VSS International for Resurfacing 2021 Project
• Establish Economic Development Incentive Ad Hoc Subcommittee

The Council denied the appeal of Loui Smoke & Vape Shop's business license revocation, but continued the hearing to August 10, 2021, for the final time. It also approved the Lighting and Landscape Assessment District #1 assessment for FY 2021-2022 and adopted Resolution No. 2021-27 approving solid waste rate increases. The item on establishing specified fees for town services was tabled.

• Denied appeal of Loui Smoke & Vape Shop license revocation, continued to Aug 10 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-26 for Lighting and Landscape Assessment District #1 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-27 for solid waste rate increases (5-0)
• Tabled item on establishing specified fees for town services (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including resurfacing contract to VSS International (5-0)
• Established Economic Development Incentive Ad Hoc Subcommittee, appointed Bishop and Leon (5-0)

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing to adopt a new fee schedule for town services for fiscal year 2021-2022. The council will also consider consent items including a one-year extension of state advocacy services, a personnel policy amendment, a salary plan amendment, and a first amendment to the town manager's contract. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss potential litigation and real property negotiations with Liberty Utilities.

• Public hearing: Resolution 2021-25 to amend and establish specified fees for town services for FY 2021-2022
• Approve one-year extension of Professional Services Agreement with Niemela Pappas & Associates for state legislative advocacy
• Adopt Resolution 2021-23 amending Personnel Policy Section 6.5 (Holiday Leave)
• Approve Resolution 2021-24 amending the Classification and Salary Plan
• Approve First Amendment to Town Manager Employment Agreement with Douglas Robertson

The Apple Valley Town Council approved the consent calendar items 6.1-6.4, 6.6, and 6.7, including the town manager contract amendment, and separately approved the pulled item 6.5 on holiday leave. The public hearing on town fees was continued to July 27, 2021. The council also adopted a resolution designating July as 'Parks Make Life Better' Month and nominated voting delegates for the League of California Cities conference.

• Approved consent calendar items 6.1-6.4, 6.6, 6.7 (minutes, warrants, advocacy services, salary plan, town manager contract amendment) 5-0.
• Approved item 6.5, amending Section 6.5 (Holiday Leave) of the Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual, 5-0.
• Continued the public hearing on Resolution 2021-25 (town fees) to July 27, 2021, 5-0.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-22 designating July as 'Parks Make Life Better' Month, 5-0.
• Nominated Council Member Nassif as voting delegate and Bishop and Leon as alternates for the League of California Cities conference, 5-0.

Council - Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider adopting the operating and capital improvement budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The body will also discuss establishing a $44,895,783 appropriations limit and reviewing the town's investment policy.

• Adoption of FY 2021-2022 appropriations limit of $44,895,783
• Public hearing regarding the appeal to revoke business license #00015011 for Loui Smoke & Vape Shop at 17776 Wika Road
• Approval of FY 2021-22 budget for Apple Valley Village Property and Business Improvement District (PBID)
• Waiver of a $113.80 park rental fee for The Church for Whosoever
• Long-term renewable energy agreement between California Choice Energy Authority and Powerex Corporation

Council - Regular Meeting

The Apple Valley Town Council will vote on consent items including contracts for road and drainage work, and hold a public hearing on the 2019 Climate Action Plan Update. The council will also discuss single-family residential design criteria and fill a vacancy on the Historical Advisory Committee. A closed session covers litigation and real property negotiations.

• Approve $887,786 contract amendment for Bear Valley Road Bridge over Mojave River design
• Award contract to Onyx Paving for Resurfacing 2021 Roadway Repair
• Accept work for Navajo Road Drainage Improvements at $480,962.91
• Adopt resolution for SB1 RMRA road maintenance project list
• Public hearing to adopt 2019 Climate Action Plan Update

The Apple Valley Town Council adopted Resolution No. 2021-16 approving the 2019 Climate Action Plan Update. The council also approved consent calendar items, including contracts for road resurfacing and landscape restoration, and accepted completed projects. Several items were pulled for discussion and approved separately, including a contract amendment for the Bear Valley Road Bridge project.

• Adopted 2019 Climate Action Plan Update (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 6.1-6.5, 6.8, 6.10 (5-0)
• Approved pulled items 6.6, 6.7, 6.9, 6.11 (5-0)
• Awarded James Woody Park Retention Basin Landscape Restoration to Five Star Landscape Maintenance
• Authorized advertising for Stoddard Wells Road Widening
• Awarded Resurfacing 2021 Roadway Repair to Onyx Paving Company, Inc.
• Accepted work for Jess Ranch Parkway Signal Modification ($24,220)
• Accepted work for Navajo Road Drainage Improvements ($480,962.91)

Council - Regular Meeting

The Town Council will conduct a budget workshop for the 2021/2022 fiscal year and discuss amendments to the development code regarding accessory buildings. The body is also considering several agreements with San Bernardino County and local assessment levies.

• Second reading of Ordinance 546 to apply Commercial Recreation Overlay to Jess Ranch Lakes RV Resort
• Cooperative Agreement with San Bernardino County for Central Road and Other Roads Chip Seal and Overlay Project
• Levy of assessments for Lighting and Landscape Assessment District #1 for FY 2021-2022
• Extension of Waste Disposal Agreement with San Bernardino County through June 30, 2026
• Discussion on Town of Apple Valley Development Code amendments for accessory buildings and structures

The Apple Valley Town Council approved the consent calendar (items 6.1-6.5) unanimously, including adoption of Ordinance 546, a chip seal agreement with the county, and a waste disposal agreement extension. The council also directed staff to proceed with a Development Code Amendment for accessory buildings and structures, and agreed to bring the 2021/2022 budget back for approval at the June 22, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after closed session with no reportable action.

• Approved consent calendar items 6.1-6.5 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 546 amending Jess Ranch PUD for commercial recreation overlay
• Approved San Bernardino County chip seal and overlay agreement
• Adopted resolutions for Lighting and Landscape Assessment District #1 annual report and levy
• Approved extension of waste disposal agreement with county until June 30, 2026
• Directed staff to initiate Development Code Amendment for accessory buildings and structures
• Agreed to bring 2021/2022 budget for approval at June 22, 2021 meeting

Council - Regular Meeting

The Town Council is meeting to discuss land use amendments, energy policy, and financial authorizations. Key items include a proposal to convert residential lots to RV lots and the adoption of vehicle miles traveled thresholds.

• Proposed amendment to Jess Ranch PUD to convert lots 69-78 from single family residential to RV lots
• Authorization to solicit bids for the Resurfacing 2021 Gap Repair Project
• Resolution No. 2021-11 supporting local control in energy choice and solutions
• Resolution No. 2021-12 authorizing Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
• Approval of the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan funding recommendations

The Apple Valley Town Council approved several items, including the Vehicle Miles Traveled thresholds, an amendment to the Jess Ranch PUD allowing RV lots, and the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan. They also adopted resolutions for energy choice support and tax anticipation notes, and authorized an appeal in litigation against Liberty Utilities.

• Approved consent calendar items 6.1-6.7 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-08 approving VMT thresholds (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 546 for Jess Ranch PUD amendment (5-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan funding recommendations (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-12 authorizing tax and revenue anticipation notes (5-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with Citizen's Budget Advisory Committee priority list (consensus)
• Authorized Town Manager to retain appellant counsel for Liberty Utilities appeal (closed session)

Council - Regular Meeting

The Town Council is meeting to vote on a commercial recycling ordinance and the declaration of surplus land. The body is also awarding maintenance and infrastructure contracts and updating the town's salary plan.

• Ordinance No. 545 regarding mandatory commercial recycling and organics diversion
• Contract award to DBX, Inc. for Jess Ranch Parkway at Marketplace Drive signal modification
• Contract award to Five Star Landscape Maintenance for landscape services
• Resolution No. 2021-08 declaring certain land as surplus
• Resolution No. 2021-09 amending the Classification and Salary Plan

The Apple Valley Town Council approved the consent calendar (items 6.1-6.7) as recommended, with Mayor Pro Tem Leon abstaining from item 6.5 due to a conflict of interest. The consent items included approval of minutes, adoption of Ordinance No. 545, two contract awards, a surplus land resolution, a salary plan amendment, and acceptance of the final map for Tract Map No. 20409. The council also voted to add the final map item to the agenda after it was posted, due to urgency regarding expiring bonds.

• Approved consent calendar items 6.1-6.7 (4-0, Leon abstained on 6.5)
• Added agenda item 6.7 (Accept Final Map for Tract 20409) after agenda posting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 13, 2021
• Adopted Ordinance No. 545 (mandatory commercial recycling and organics diversion)
• Awarded contract to DBX, Inc. for Jess Ranch Parkway signal modification
• Awarded contract to Five Star Landscape Maintenance for landscape services
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-06 declaring surplus land
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-07 amending Classification and Salary Plan

Council - Regular Meeting

The Town Council is seeking direction on when and how to reopen council meetings to the public. The body is also considering an ordinance for mandatory commercial recycling and organics diversion.

• Proposed Ordinance No. 545 regarding mandatory commercial recycling and organics diversion
• Resolution No. 2021-06 to add a temporary COVID-19 supplemental paid sick leave policy
• Resolution No. 2021-07 to amend the Town classification and salary plan
• Acceptance of final map for Parcel Map No. 20017 (Applicant: Bear Valley Road Investors, LLC)
• Discussion on reopening meetings to the public with options ranging from 25-person capacity to full reopening by June 22, 2021