HomeMy WebLinkAbout00 CC AGENDA 9.16.25CITY OF TUSTIN MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL
John Nielsen, Mayor Pro Tern
Ryan Gallagher, Council Member
Ray Schnell, Council Member
Lee K. Fink, Council Member
Austin Lumbard, Mayor
SEPTEMBER 16, 2025
300 CENTENNIAL WAY
COUNCIL CHAMBER
VIDEO CONFERENCE
Aldo E. Schindler, City Manager
Erica N. Yasuda, City Clerk
David E. Kendig, City Attorney
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Government Code section 54957.5, non-exempt public records that relate to one or more
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CLOSED SESSION MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
4:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER — #3084
ROLL CALL — 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): (2
cases)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - Initiation
of litigation pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(4): (2 cases)
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION —
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2): (1
case) — related to the fire at the North Hangar owned by the Navy and the release
of hazardous materials therefrom
4. LIABILITY CLAIM - [Government Code § 54956.95]
Claimant: The Center for Toxicology and Environmental Health, L.L.0
Agency claimed against: City of Tustin
5. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS — Government Code §
54956.8: (1 case)
A.
Property
Address/Description
APN 430-481-02, 430-481-03, 430-481-04, 430-
481-05
Agency
City of Tustin
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City Negotiators
Aldo E. Schindler, City Manager; Nicole Bernard,
Assistant City Manager; Brian Moncrief, Deputy
City Manager; and Ryan Swiontek, Deputy
Director of Real Property
Negotiating Parties
Irvine Company
Under Negotiation
Price and Terms of Payment
6. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION - [Government
Code § 54957(b)(1)]
Title: City Attorney
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL - 6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER — #3084
PRESENTATION OF COLORS, INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE —
American Legion
PRESENTATION — Tustin Girls Softball Recognition
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
CONSENT CALENDAR - 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 1-14)
1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ON THE
AGENDA
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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 AUGUST 5, 2025, AND AUGUST 19, 2025.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Action Minutes of the City
Council Meetings held on August 5, 2025, and August 19, 2025.
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 $ $1,194,910.17, $1,191,388.13, $1,144,593.21 and Demands in the
amount of $ 14,536,367.68.
4. DESIGNATION OF VOTING DELEGATES AND ALTERNATES — LEAGUE OF
CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
In order to vote at the Annual Business Meeting, the City Council must designate a
voting delegate and up to two alternate voting delegates, one of whom may vote in
the event that the designated voting delegate is unable to serve in that capacity.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council designate the following:
o Voting Delegate: Council Member Lee K. Fink
o Alternate: Council Member Ray Schnell
Fiscal Impact: The voting delegate and alternate are required to be registered to
attend the conference and be present in order to cast a vote; therefore, the fiscal
impact is limited to the cost of the conference registration.
5. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1570 APPROVING
TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICY 706 - MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE
POLICY
Adoption of Ordinance No. 1570 approves the Tustin Police Department's continued
utilization of military equipment and a policy governing the use of the equipment
outlined in Tustin Police Department Policy 706 — Military Equipment Use Policy.
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Recommendation: That the City Council have second reading by title only and
adoption of Ordinance No.1570.
ORDINANCE NO. 1570
AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND APPROVING TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT
POLICY 706, MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY, IN COMPLIANCE WITH
CALIFORNIA ASSEMBLY BILL 481 (AB 481)
Fiscal Impact: The estimated annual cost for the use and maintenance of military
equipment in the Tustin Police Department's current inventory, as well as any military
equipment anticipated for acquisition in the upcoming year, is outlined within Policy
706 under each specific equipment category. Funding for existing equipment has
already been appropriated as part of the current adopted budget. Any future
acquisition of new military equipment will be evaluated and incorporated into
subsequent annual budgets for City Council review and consideration.
6. ACCEPT IMPROVEMENTS AND FILE A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE
VANDENBERG WELL REHABILITATION PROJECT
Construction of the Vandenberg Well Rehabilitation Project has been completed to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer and is now ready for City Council Acceptance.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-13 accepting the improvement of the Vandenberg Well
Rehabilitation Project; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file the Notice of Completion with the
Orange County Recorder's Office; and
3. Appropriate $13,021 from the 2024 Water Bond Fund.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-13
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA,
ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC WORKS AND IMPROVEMENT AND AUTHORIZING
THE RECORDATION OF THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE
VANDENBERG WELL REHABILITATION PROJECT, (CIP NO. 60177)
Fiscal Impact: A total of $680,000 using the 2024 Water Bond Funds was budgeted
and appropriated in the Capital Improvement Program for this project. The final
construction cost is $693,020.04. This cost consists of the original contract with
General Pump Company, in the amount of $671,440.00, a credit of $16,945 for a
reduction to the original scope of work, and a $38,525.04 contract change order. Staff
is requesting an appropriation of $13,021 from the 2024 Water Bond Fund to cover
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the additional project costs. Sufficient funds are available in the 2024 Water Bond
Fund for the recommended actions.
7. ACCEPT IMPROVEMENTS AND FILE A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE
CENTENNIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
Construction of the Centennial Park Improvements Project has been completed to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer and is now ready for City Council acceptance.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-60 accepting the Centennial Park Improvements
Project; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to execute and file the Notice of Completion with
the Orange County Recorder's Office.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-60
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA,
ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC WORKS AND IMPROVEMENT AND AUTHORIZING
THE RECORDATION OF THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE CENTENNIAL
PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, (CIP NO. 20090)
Fiscal Impact: On March 5, 2024, the City Council approved project funding in the
amount of $5,300,000 for the Centennial Park Improvement Project, of which
$4,800,000 was made available through the FY 2022/23 California State Budget and
sponsored by Senator Dave Min. The final construction cost for the project is
$5,068,238.55, including contract change orders which totaled less than 9%.
8. AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE EQUIPMENT INCLUDING DECLARATION OF
SURPLUS EQUIPMENT FOR PUBLIC AUCTION
Staff is requesting that the City Council authorize the replacement purchases of one
(1) asphalt roller for the Water Services Division and one (1) compact tractor to
support the Field Services Division. Additionally, it is requested that the City Council
declare certain City equipment surplus in accordance with section 1630 (2) of the
Tustin City Code and authorize the sale of surplus equipment at public auction.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council:
Adopt Resolution No. 25-58 authorizing the purchase of one (1) asphalt roller
from Quinn Company, Foothill Ranch, CA, and authorizing the purchase of
one (1) compact tractor from Stotz Equipment, Montclair, CA, utilizing
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Sourcewell Contract No. 112624-DAC and 011723-CAT in the amount of
$157,358.85; and
2. Declare, in accordance with the Tustin City Code Section 1630(2), the
attached itemized list of equipment as surplus and not required for public use;
and
3. Authorize the sale of an itemized list of surplus equipment at a public auction
and credit net proceeds to the Equipment Replacement Fund.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-58
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING USE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
GENERAL SERVICES PURCHASING PROGRAM TO PURCHASE CERTAIN
ITEMS FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE CITY
Fiscal Impact: The total cost for the two pieces of equipment is $157,358.85. This
includes one asphalt roller for the Public Works, Water Services Division at a cost of
$101,498.50 and one compact tractor for the Public Works, Field Services Division
at a cost of $55,860.35, including tax and licensing. Sufficient funds for these
purchases have been budgeted in the Equipment Replacement Fund in the approved
Fiscal Year 2025-26 Operating Budget.
9. FIRST AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT FOR THE TUSTIN SPORTS PARK
FOOD/BEVERAGE CONCESSION
First Amendment to the Lease Agreement with Fabian Grassini Tennis and Sports
Inc., dba Bageled, to extend the term of the existing lease for a period of five (5)
years for the operation of the food and beverage concession at Tustin Sports Park.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council:
Find that the Tustin Sports Park Cafe operated by Fabian Grassini Tennis and
Sports Inc., is serving a public purpose beneficial to the City and its residents
by providing convenient access to goods and services for park visitors; and
2. Approve the Amendment No. 1 to Lease Agreement for the Tustin Sports Park
Food/Beverage Concession with Fabian Grassini Tennis and Sports Inc., dba
Bageled, in the form attached as Attachment 2, and authorize the Mayor to
execute this Amendment.
Fiscal Impact: Consistent with the terms of the Lease Agreement, Fabian Grassini
Tennis and Sports Inc., dba Bageled will continue to pay the City $600 per month,
with the exception of December of each year. Over the course of the five (5) year
extension the lessee will make payments to the City for a total of $33,000.
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10. EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENTS ON CITY OWNED
REAL PROPERTY IN THE PACIFIC CENTER EAST SPECIFIC PLAN AREA
Request for authorization to execute several documents that will extend the term of
two (2) existing temporary construction easements for the Orange County
Transportation Authority on City owned real property in the Pacific Center East
Specific Plan Area from October 2025 to April 2026 to support ongoing construction
of the State Route 55 freeway widening project.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to Right of Way
Contract with the Orange County Transportation Authority subject to any non -
substantive modifications as may be deemed necessary and/or recommended
by the City Attorney; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Grant of Easement to the Orange
County Transportation Authority for each temporary construction easement.
Fiscal Impact: For consideration of the extension of the two (2) existing temporary
construction easements, the Orange County Transportation Authority will pay the City
$14,200. Should the City execute the extension documents by October 8, 2025, the
Orange County Transportation Authority will pay a 20% incentive equating to an
additional $2,840 for a total of $17,040.
The Orange County Transportation Authority provided a waiver valuation estimate to
the City on July 16, 2025 conducted by the Orange County Transportation Authority's
real estate consultant Monument that is based on an original appraisal report from
MAI certified appraiser Sharon A. Hennessey. The City has reviewed the waiver
valuation and finds its conclusions and general findings reasonable to proceed.
11. PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT WITH MARINERS CHURCH FOR
APPROXIMATELY 3 ACRES OF DISPOSITION AREA 8 AT TUSTIN LEGACY
Request for authorization to approve a Purchase and Sale Agreement between
Mariners Church and the City for the sale of approximately 3.324 acres of City -owned
property located within a portion of Disposition Area 8 at Tustin Legacy. The property
is generally bounded by Warner Avenue, future Veterans Way, and future John
Johnson Way. The purpose of the Purchase and Sale Agreement is to implement the
Reuse Plan for Marine Corps Air Station Tustin and the Specific Plan for Tustin
Legacy through the development and maintenance of property.
Recommendation:
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Purchase and Sale
Agreement between Mariners Church and the City in the form attached hereto
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subject to any non -substantive modifications as may be recommended by the
City's special real estate counsel or the City Attorney; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to take all actions and to approve and execute all
other agreements, attachments and documents necessary or appropriate to
complete the transaction.
Fiscal Impact: The purchase price for the property is $4,000,000. In addition to the
purchase price, Mariners Church will pay to the City a Project Fair Share Contribution
of $1,640,217.83 to fund backbone infrastructure improvements at Tustin Legacy.
The Project Fair Share Contribution will be payable at closing or may be deferred
until the earlier of 12 months after closing or when permits are pulled for construction,
and if deferred, will accrue interest at the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate. Within three
(3) days of the effective date of the Purchase and Sale Agreement, Mariners Church
will also submit a $100,000.00 deposit into escrow, which will be applicable to the
purchase price at the close of escrow. Each party will also be responsible for paying
customary escrow and closing costs. Further, the City will not be required to pay any
real estate commissions for the broker representing Mariners Church.
The Property will be annexed into a future Zone 4 of the City Community Facilities
District 2018-01, which has been established to cover service costs at Tustin Legacy
(such as police and fire; recreation program services; maintenance of parks, streets,
sidewalks and drainage facilities). The Rate and Method of Apportionment specific
to this transaction will require City Council consideration and approval prior to the
close of escrow. The negotiated rate will be $0.50 per square foot of permitted
building square footage. The rate will escalate annually based on a maximum annual
escalation of 2%.
12. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT
WITH EXECUTIVE FACILITIES SERVICES, INC.
The City Council approved the custodial services contract with Executive Facilities
Services, Inc. on June 3, 2025, which includes one (1) full-time day porter dedicated
to the Police Department. Following this approval and due to the 24/7 operational
needs of the Police Department, staff have identified a need for additional services.
Staff request that the contract be amended to add a night shift for an additional porter
dedicated to the Police Department.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the First
Amendment to Contract for Custodial Services with Executive Facilities Services,
Inc., and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment on behalf of the City.
Fiscal Impact: The additional services will increase the monthly maintenance costs
for the Police Department by $7,007.00 to a total of $16,350.15, an annual increase
in contract costs totaling $84,084.00. The proposed amendment will not exceed the
budget appropriations adopted by the City Council through the annual budget
process for custodial services at General Fund facilities.
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13. RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE NEED TO CONTINUE THE PROCLAIMED
LOCAL EMERGENCY RELATED TO THE NAVY NORTH HANGAR
At its meeting on November 10, 2023, the City Council ratified the Acting City
Manager's Proclamation of Local Emergency related to the fire at the Navy's North
Hangar and release of chemicals of public health concern, including asbestos. At a
special meeting of the City Council on January 9, 2024, and at its regular meetings
on March 5, 2024, April 16. 2024, June 4, 2024, June 18, 2024, July 16, 2024, August
20, 2024, October 15, 2024, December 3, 2024, January 21, 2025, March 18, 2025,
May 6, 2025, June 17, 2025, and August 5, 2025, the City Council reviewed and
determined the need to continue the local emergency. This item recommends that
the City Council once again review and determine that the need exists to continue
the local emergency, as required by State law.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution 25-61
determining the need exists to continue the local emergency related to the fire and
release of chemicals of public health concern from the Navy's North Hangar, in the
form attached hereto as Attachment 2.
RESOLUTION 25-61
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA,
DETERMINING THE NEED TO CONTINUE LOCAL EMERGENCY RELATED TO
FIRE AND RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FROM NAVY NORTH
HANGAR
Fiscal Impact: There is no direct impact from a determination that a local emergency
continues to exist.
14. RECOMMENDATION OF PROPOSALS TO PROCEED TO ROUND TWO FOR
THE COMPETITIVE OFFERING FOR PLANNING AREA 10 OF THE PACIFIC
CENTER EAST SPECIFIC PLAN
Nine (9) proposals are recommended for City Council consideration to proceed to
Round Two for the competitive offering for Planning Area 10 of the Pacific Center
East Specific Plan. The recommendation is made by a staff supported, Mayor
appointed Ad -Hoc Committee composed of Council Members Ryan Gallagher and
Ray Schnell.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council take the following
actions:
1. Authorize staff and the City's broker Jones Lang LaSalle to inform nine (9)
proposers from the competitive offering for Planning Area 10 of the Pacific
Center East Specific Plan that they will be proceeding to Round Two; and
2. Authorize staff to further reduce the number of proposals that will ultimately
be recommended to the City Council for consideration at a later date.
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Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEM 15
15. DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL CORE SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT
APPLICABLE TO WELLINGTON PLAZA
The applicant, Ian B. Carter, President of the Wellington Plaza Association, on behalf
of the property owners, requests approval of Specific Plan Amendment 2024-0004,
which amends the Downtown Commercial Core Specific Plan to limit the allowable
uses in the existing Wellington Plaza office complex, located at 505-515 East First
Street, to only office -related uses.
Recommendation: That the City Council introduce and have first reading by title
only of Ordinance No. 1565 for Specific Plan Amendment 2024-0004, to amend the
Downtown Commercial Core Specific Plan to limit the permitted uses within the
existing Wellington Plaza office complex to general and professional offices,
photography studios, and tutoring facilities; and set the second reading of the
ordinance for the next City Council meeting.
ORDINANCE NO. 1565
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, APPROVING
SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT 2024-0004 TO AMEND THE DOWNTOWN
COMMERCIAL CORE SPECIFIC PLAN SUCH THAT ONLY OFFICE USES WILL
BE ALLOWED TO BE ESTABLISHED WITHIN THE EXISTING BUILDINGS AT
WELLINGTON PLAZA LOCATED AT 505-515 E. FIRST STREET
Fiscal Impact: There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
REGULAR BUSINESS ITEMS 16-17
16. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 25-59 DECLARING THE INTENTION TO FORM THE
TUSTIN LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING REASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2025
REPLACING THE EXISTING TUSTIN LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING DISTRICT
The Tustin Landscape and Lighting District was formed in 1985 and provides funding
for the maintenance of perimeter landscaping on the arterial streets and for the
operation and maintenance of street lighting on public roads within the Tustin Ranch
area. The current assessment revenue is no longer sufficient to cover the cost of
maintaining the public infrastructure. At the July 15, 2025 meeting, staff
recommended and the City Council directed the preparation of an Engineer's Report
for the Tustin Landscape and Lighting Reassessment District 2025. This report
presents the prepared Engineer's Report for the City Council's approval and
recommended actions to initiate the formation of the proposed assessment district.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No.
25-59 declaring the intention to form Tustin Landscape & Lighting Reassessment
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District 2025 replacing the existing district as of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and to levy
assessments commencing with Fiscal Year 2026-2027, accepting and approving the
Engineer's Report, ordering a property owner official assessment ballot proceeding,
and setting a Public Hearing for November 18, 2025.
RESOLUTION NO. 25-59
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO FORM TUSTIN LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING
REASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2025 AND TO LEVY ASSESSMENT COMMENCING
WITH FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027; ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE
ENGINEER'S REPORT; TO CONDUCT A PROPERTY OWNER OFFICIAL
ASSESSMENT BALLOT PROCEEDING ON THE MATTER OF THE NEW
ASSESSMENTS; AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING
ON THESE MATTERS
Fiscal Impact: Sufficient funds are budgeted and appropriated in the Tustin
Landscape and Lighting Fund for the required property owner's official assessment
ballot proceedings for the proposed reassessment district. The costs for operating
and maintaining the public infrastructure in the Tustin Landscape and Lighting District
are offset through the levy of the annual assessments. The proposed Tustin
Landscape and Lighting Reassessment District 2025 contains the same cost -
recovery structure with proposed annual assessments and a general fund
contribution.
The proposed reassessment district has no impact on the existing Tustin Landscape
and Lighting District Fund's budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. If approved by the
property owners, the reassessment district will replace the existing district and levy
assessments commencing Fiscal Year 2026-2027. Similarly, the General Fund
contribution would increase in Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and each year thereafter,
consistent with the proposed schedule outlined in the Engineers Report and Table 2
below. Should the Tustin Landscape and Lighting Reassessment District 2025 fail to
be approved by the property owners, maintenance will remain at reduced service
levels and will be refined annually to ensure expenses do not exceed revenue.
17. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH CITY MANAGER
Approval of the attached Amendment will modify the compensation of the City
Manager in accordance with City Council direction.
Recommendation: Approve Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement with Aldo
E. Schindler.
Fiscal Impact: The proposed Amendment would result in an additional cost to the
City of approximately $33,511 per year.
OTHER BUSINESS/CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY
MAYOR, MAYOR PRO TEM AND COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
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ADJOURNMENT - The next meeting is scheduled on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, for the
Closed Session Meeting at 4:30 p.m. and the Regular Business Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
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