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CITY OF TUSTIN REGULAR MAY 2, 2023
MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL 300 CENTENNIAL WAY, TUSTIN
COUNCIL CHAMBER
VIDEO CONFERENCE
Letitia Clark, Mayor Pro Tem
Ryan Gallagher, Council Member Austin Lumbard, Mayor Matthew S. West, City Manager
Rebecca Gomez, Council Member Erica N. Yasuda, City Clerk
Ray Schnell, Council Member David E. Kendig, City Attorney
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CLOSED SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE COUNCIL ACTING
IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LOCAL REUSE AUTHORITY
5:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER – #3039
ATTENDANCE – City Clerk
PUBLIC INPUT – Members of the public may provide comments in writing, in person or in
real time via Zoom to address the City Council on items on the Closed Session Agenda.
CLOSED SESSION UPDATE – City Attorney David E. Kendig
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss certain
matters without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based on advice
from the City Attorney, that discussion in open session of the following matters will prejudice
the position of the City in existing and anticipated litigation:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - Significant
exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2): (4 cases)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER – #3039
PRESENTATION OF COLORS, INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE –
American Legion
PRESENTATION – Proclamation Recognizing Building and Safety Month
PUBLIC INPUT – At this time, any member of the public may address the Council on
matters which are not on this evening's agenda, provided the matter is within the subject
matter jurisdiction of the City Council.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – City Attorney David E. Kendig
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CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS - All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are
considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion without discussion. Persons
wishing to speak regarding Consent Calendar matters should file a “Request to Speak” form
with the City Clerk. (Agenda Items 1 - 11)
1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ON THE
AGENDA
Recommendation: That the City Council waive reading in full of all ordinances and
resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public
agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
HELD ON APRIL 18, 2023.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Action Minutes of the Regular
Meeting of the City Council held on April 18, 2023.
3. RATIFICATION OF PAYROLL AND DEMANDS
The City Council has approved the use of Government Code Section 37208 to
expedite the payment of City of Tustin obligations that are in accordance with the
approved budget or continued operations authorizations.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Payroll in the
amount of $960,545.63 and Demands in the amount of $2,596,648.55.
4. AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE LEGACY ANNEX TENANT IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT CIP NO. 10087
Bids for the Legacy Annex Tenant Improvement Project (CIP No. 10087) have been
received and a construction contract is ready to be awarded to the lowest
responsive/responsible bidder, RBA Builders, Inc.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award the construction contract to RBA Builders, Inc., the lowest
responsive/responsible bidder, in the amount of $772,822.00 for the Legacy
Annex Tenant Improvement Project (CIP No. 10087), and authorize the Mayor
and the City Clerk to execute the contract documents on behalf of the City;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 23-18 authorizing the use of OMNIA Partners; Contract#
R191804 with The HON Company for the FF&E (Furnishings, Fixtures and
Equipment) in the amount of $43,444.55; and
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3. Authorize the remaining project budgeted appropriation in excess of ten
percent (10%) above the contract amount as additional contingency.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-18
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY OF ORANGE COOPERATIVE PURCHASING
PROGRAM TO PURCHASE CERTAIN ITEMS
5. APPROVE THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE TUSTIN LANDSCAPE AND
LIGHTING DISTRICT AND SET A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER LEVYING
FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ASSESSMENTS
At the February 7, 2023 meeting, the City Council ordered the preparation of an
Engineer's Report for the Levy of Annual Assessments for the Tustin Landscape and
Lighting District. The Engineer's Report has now been completed and is ready for
City Council approval. Additionally, it is requested that the City Council declare its
intention to levy annual assessments and set a public hearing for June 6, 2023.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 23-16 approving the Engineer's Report for the Tustin
Landscape and Lighting District for Fiscal Year 2023-2024; and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 23-17 declaring its intention to levy annual assessments
for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and setting a public hearing for June 6, 2023.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
APPROVING THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR THE TUSTIN LANDSCAPE AND
LIGHTING DISTRICT LEVY OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR
2023-2024
RESOLUTION NO. 23-17
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR AN ANNUAL LEVY OF
ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 FOR THE IMPROVEMENT,
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING OF PUBLIC LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING
FACILITIES IN THE TUSTIN RANCH AREA WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE
TUSTIN LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT AND TO LEVY AND COLLECT
ASSESSMENTS PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF
1972 AND PROPOSITION 218 AND GIVING NOTICE THEREOF
6. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 23-20 AND 23-21, SUPPORTING FINDINGS THAT
THE CITY OF TUSTIN PFAS WATER TREATMENT PLANT IS EXEMPT FROM
CEQA AND AUTHORIZING A REPRESENTATIVE TO SIGN AND FILE A
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATION AND GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE
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STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
THE TUSTIN PFAS WATER TREATMENT PLANT
The Orange County Water District (OCWD) has identified potential grant funding
through the State Water Resource Control Board (SWRCB) to help offset capital
costs incurred for the design and construction of the Tustin PFAS Water Treatment
Plant. Although OCWD is the lead agency in regards to the construction and financial
components of this project, the SWRCB had indicated OCWD is not eligible to apply
for this grant, but would accept an application from the owner/operator of the facility.
OCWD has requested Tustin's support in applying for grant funding. Resolution Nos.
23-20 and 23-21 support OCWD's California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
findings and designate a representative of the City to sign and file the grant
application.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 23-20 supporting the findings that the Tustin PFAS
Water Treatment Plant is categorically exempt from CEQA for the reasons set
forth in the Resolution; and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 23-21 authorizing the City Manager or his designee, the
Director of Public Works/City Engineer, to sign and file the grant application
with the SWRCB.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-20
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
SUPPORTING AND ADOPTING THE FINDINGS THAT THE CITY OF TUSTIN
PFAS WATER TREATMENT PLANT IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PURSUANT TO
SECTION 15303 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES
RESOLUTION NO. 23-21
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
AUTHORIZING A REPRESENTATIVE TO SIGN AND FILE A FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE APPLICATION FOR FINANCING AND GRANT AGREEMENT WITH
THE STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD FOR THE TUSTIN PFAS
WATER TREATMENT PLANT
7. PROMISSORY NOTE BETWEEN THE WATER ENTERPRISE FUND AND THE
GENERAL FUND
Authorize the General Fund's purchase of a seven-year Promissory Note issued by
the Water Enterprise Fund to meet the rate covenant requirement for the 2016 and
2020 Refunding Water Revenue Bonds.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No.
23-14 that:
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1. authorizes the General Fund's purchase of a seven-year promissory note in
the principal amount of $3,830,700 ("Promissory Note"); and
2. authorizes the execution of a seven-year Promissory Note by the Water
Enterprise Fund to meet the bond rate covenant.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE
GENERAL FUND’S INVESTMENT IN A PROMISSORY NOTE OF THE TUSTIN
WATER ENTERPRISE FUND AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE
PROMISSORY NOTE BY THE WATER ENTERPRISE FUND.
8. EIGHTH AMENDMENT TO THE RENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
TUSTIN AND NATIONAL OFFICE LIQUIDATORS, LLC FOR A PORTION OF THE
BUILDING LOCATED AT 15171 DEL AMO AVENUE
Request for approval of the eighth amendment to the Rental Agreement
(Amendment) between the City and National Office Liquidators, LLC (Tenant), for
City-owned property located at 15171 Del Amo Avenue.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the eighth
amendment in accordance with Tustin City Code Section 7960(B) and authorize the
City Manager to execute the Amendment, subject to any non-substantive
modifications as may be deemed necessary and/or recommended by the City
Attorney.
9. FIFTH AMENDMENT TO THE RENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
TUSTIN AND KYA SERVICES, LLC FOR A PORTION OF THE BUILDING
LOCATED AT 15171 DEL AMO AVENUE
Request for approval of the fifth amendment to the Rental Agreement (Amendment)
between the City and Kya Services, LLC (Tenant), for City-owned property located
at 15171 Del Amo Avenue.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the fifth
amendment in accordance with Tustin City Code Section 7960(B) and authorize the
City Manager to execute the Amendment, subject to any non-substantive
modifications as may be deemed necessary and/or recommended by the City
Attorney.
10. AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE TWO (2) SHADE STRUCTURES FOR THE
BARK BARRACKS AT TUSTIN LEGACY PARK (CIP No. 20091)
Staff is requesting authorization to purchase two (2) cantilever disc shade structures
for the Bark Barracks (Dog Park) at Tustin Legacy Park project (CIP No. 20091)
utilizing the Sourcewell cooperative government purchasing program.
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Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution 23-19, authorizing the use
of the Sourcewell (formerly National Joint Powers Alliance) cooperative government
purchasing program (Contract # 010521-LTS-6) for the purchase of two (2) cantilever
disc shade structures from Playpower, Inc./USA Shade at the Bark Barracks (Dog
Park) at Tustin Legacy Park.
11. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Staff and the City’s consultant Townsend Public Affairs (TPA) have prepared a
summary of state legislative activity.
Recommendation:
1. Take an OPPOSE UNLESS AMENDED position on AB 742 (Jackson) Law
enforcement: police canines
2. Take an OPPOSE UNLESS AMENDED position on AB 1637 (Irwin) Local
government: internet websites and email addresses
3. Take a SUPPORT position on AB 1708 (Muratsuchi) Theft
4. Take an OPPOSE UNLESS AMENDED position on SB 252 (Gonzalez) Public
retirement systems: fossil fuels: divestment
PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 12
12. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ONE YEAR ACTION
PLAN FOR PROGRAM YEAR 2023-24
The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, established
the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program to return federal funds to
local communities for the purpose of developing viable urban communities by
providing decent housing, creating suitable living environments, and by expanding
economic opportunities, specifically for low and moderate-income persons. To
participate in the CDBG program, the City is required to prepare a Consolidated Plan
that identifies needs for affordable and supportive housing, community development,
public services, and economic opportunities. The Consolidated Plan is required every
five (5) years and was most recently adopted by the City Council on April 21, 2020.
Annually, the City is also required to prepare a one-year Action Plan that implements
the goals and objectives contained in the Consolidated Plan. The proposed 2023-24
Action Plan set forth in Resolution No. 23-12 (Attachment A) fulfills this annual
requirement.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 23-12:
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1. Approving the Program Year (PY) 2023-24 Action Plan and funding allocations
totaling $749,455; authorize submission of the PY 2023-24 Action Plan to the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); and,
2. Authorizing the Community Development Department to enter into contracts
with CDBG subrecipients for public services, non-public services, and fair
housing services.
RESOLUTION NO. 23-12
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE ACTION PLAN FOR PROGRAM YEAR 2023-24 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS FOR SUBMISSION TO THE U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
OTHER BUSINESS/CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY
COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT - The next meeting is scheduled on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 for the Closed
Session Meeting at 5:30 p.m. and the Regular Business Meeting at 7:00 p.m.