6-24-14 Housing Authority Minutes

 6-24-14 CC-Agency-Authority Minutes

CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/
FINANCING/HOUSING/POWER AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA

Tuesday
June 24, 2014
Regular Meeting - 5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers - Lancaster City Hall
The Assistant City Clerk/Agency/Authority Secretary hereby declares the agenda was posted
by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 20, 2014
at the entrance to the Lancaster City Hall Council Chambers.
44933 Fern Avenue, Lancaster, CA 93534

LEGISLATIVE BODY

City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/Power Authority

Mayor/Chair R. Rex Parris
Vice Mayor/Vice Chair Marvin Crist
Council Member/Agency/Authority Member Sandra Johnson
Council Member/Agency/Authority Member Ken Mann
Council Member/Agency/Authority Member Ronald D. Smith

Housing Authority

Deputy Mayor/Chair Kitty Kit Yee Szeto
Vice Chair Marvin Crist
Deputy Mayor/Authority Member Cassandra Harvey
Authority Member Ken Mann
Authority Member Ronald D. Smith

AGENDA ITEMS TO BE REMOVED

Sometimes it is necessary to remove items from the agenda. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.

PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR - AGENDIZED ITEMS

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CALL TO ORDER

City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/Housing/Power Authority

ROLL CALL

City Council/Authority Members: Johnson, Mann, Smith; Vice Mayor/Vice Chair Crist, Mayor/Chair Parris

ROLL CALL

Housing Authority Members: Harvey, Mann, Smith; Vice Chair Crist; Chair Szeto

INVOCATION

Dr. Tom Shepherd, Lancaster Baptist Church

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

PRESENTATIONS

1. 2014 Global Leadership Summit
Presenter: David Parker, Senior Pastor; Desert Vineyard Fellowship

2. Recognition of the Spanish GED Graduate Class
Presenter: Mayor Parris

HOUSING AUTHORITY ACTIONS

MINUTES

HM 1. Approve the Housing Authority Regular Meeting minutes of April 22, 2014.

CONSENT CALENDAR

HA CC 1. Approve the "List of Qualified Contractors and Sub-contractors" for Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization Programs.
HA CC 1 attachment

The Housing Department provides a range of services, programs and projects designed to assist in the maintenance and improvement of the quality of life within Lancaster's neighborhoods. Qualified contractors and sub-contractors support these services, programs and projects through maintenance, repair, construction and rehabilitation services. From time to time, the Department finds it necessary to renew the current list of qualified contractors and subcontractors in order to ensure that any number of projects can be carried out in a timely manner. Proposals are solicited through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) from contractors to provide construction services that support the Department's programs and projects.

HA CC 2. Adopt Resolution No. HA 03-14, repealing Resolution No. HA 02-13 and establishing the meeting time of the Lancaster Housing Authority.
HA CC 2 attachment

The Executive Director of the Lancaster Housing Authority (Authority) recently requested that a Resolution be brought before the Authority for consideration of whether to change the Authority's regular meeting time to coincide with regular meetings of the City Council, as needed. A special meeting of the Authority may be called at any time in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act and the Authority's Bylaws.

COUNCIL ACTIONS

MINUTES

M 1. Approve the City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/ Power Authority Special Meeting minutes of June 10, 2014.

CONSENT CALENDAR

CC 1. Waive further reading of any proposed ordinances. (This permits reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text.)

CC 2. Approve the Check and Wire Registers for May 25, 2014 through June 7, 2014 in the amount of $1,355,323.05.
CC 2 attachment

At each regular City Council Meeting, the City Council is presented with the financial claims (invoices) against the City for purchase of materials, supplies, services, and capital projects for checks and Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments issued the prior two to three weeks. This process provides the City Council the opportunity to review the expenses of the City. The justifying backup information for each expenditure is available in the Finance Department.

CC 3. Accept and approve the May 2014, Monthly Report of Investments as submitted.
CC 3 attachment

Each month, the Finance Department prepares a report listing the investments for all separate entities under the jurisdiction of the City as identified in the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the City of Lancaster and the Lancaster Housing Authority.

CC 4. Approve a "yes" vote to indicate the City of Lancaster's support for the annexation of the Lancaster Business Park into Landscape Maintenance District No.1 (LMD) and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute all related documents.

Previously, the property owners in the Lancaster Business Park were billed annually for the maintenance of the landscaped area in front of their properties and the Business Center Parkway median. The maintenance was provided through an agreement with the Lancaster Redevelopment Agency. The maintenance cost included labor and equipment, repair and irrigation supplies, fertilizing and utilities. Due to the dissolution of the Lancaster Redevelopment Agency, the property owners in the Lancaster Business Park do not have a provision to maintain landscaping. However, the Business Park owners may elect to annex into the existing LMD to continue receiving the landscape maintenance for their property. As a property owner in the Lancaster Business Park, the City has the opportunity to vote on whether to annex the Lancaster Business Park into the LMD. The item before you tonight requests your approval to vote "yes" on behalf of the City and commit to the annual expenditure of the City's proportional share of the LMD assessment for the Lancaster Business Park.

CC 5. Approve an agreement for the acquisition of real property between the City of Lancaster and Daniel Santos for property located at 869 West Holguin Street, as part of the approved Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP 3).CC 5 attachment

On February 22, 2011, pursuant to the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010, the City Council received and appropriated $2,364,566 for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for NSP 3. The City received $1,096,136 in Program Income revenues from the sales of the NSP 3 homes which will be used to acquire, rehabilitate, and then resell the foreclosed homes. In addition, the City has $492,959 available from the original NSP 3 award, both of which will be used to purchase, rehabilitate, and then resell foreclosed homes in the expanded target areas as outlined in the Second Substantial Amendment to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Action Plan approved May 27, 2014.

CC 6. Approve an agreement for the acquisition of real property between the City of Lancaster and Clinton Cody for property located at 45634 Fig Avenue, as part of the approved Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP 3).
CC 6 attachment

On February 22, 2011, pursuant to the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010, the City Council received and appropriated $2,364,566 for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for NSP 3. The City received $1,096,136 in Program Income revenues from the sales of the NSP 3 homes which will be used to acquire, rehabilitate, and then resell the foreclosed homes. In addition, the City has $492,959 available from the original NSP 3 award, both of which will be used to purchase, rehabilitate, and then resell foreclosed homes in the expanded target areas as outlined in the Second Substantial Amendment to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Action Plan approved May 27, 2014.

CC 7. Approve an agreement for the acquisition of real property between the City of Lancaster and Federal National Mortgage Association for property located at 44044 Raysack Avenue, as part of the approved Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP 3).
CC 7 attachment

On February 22, 2011, pursuant to the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010, the City Council received and appropriated $2,364,566 for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for NSP 3. The City received $1,096,136 in Program Income revenues from the sales of the NSP 3 homes which will be used to acquire, rehabilitate, and then resell the foreclosed homes. In addition, the City has $492,959 available from the original NSP 3 award, both of which will be used to purchase, rehabilitate, and then resell foreclosed homes in the expanded target areas as outlined in the Second Substantial Amendment to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Action Plan approved May 27, 2014.

CC 8. Approve an agreement for the acquisition of real property between the City of Lancaster and Federal National Mortgage Association for property located at 44305 Palm Vista Avenue, as part of the approved Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP 3).
CC 8 attachment

On February 22, 2011, pursuant to the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010, the City Council received and appropriated $2,364,566 for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for NSP 3. The City received $1,096,136 in Program Income revenues from the sales of the NSP 3 homes which will be used to acquire, rehabilitate, and then resell the foreclosed homes. In addition, the City has $492,959 available from the original NSP 3 award, both of which will be used to purchase, rehabilitate, and then resell foreclosed homes in the expanded target areas as outlined in the Second Substantial Amendment to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Action Plan approved May 27, 2014.

CC 9. Approve an agreement for the acquisition of real property between the City of Lancaster and Federal National Mortgage Association for property located at 44044 Buttercup Way, as part of the approved Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP 3).
CC 9 attachment

On February 22, 2011, pursuant to the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010, the City Council received and appropriated $2,364,566 for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for NSP 3. The City received $1,096,136 in Program Income revenues from the sales of the NSP 3 homes which will be used to acquire, rehabilitate, and then resell the foreclosed homes. In addition, the City has $492,959 available from the original NSP 3 award, both of which will be used to purchase, rehabilitate, and then resell foreclosed homes in the expanded target areas as outlined in the Second Substantial Amendment to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Action Plan approved May 27, 2014.

CC 10. Adopt Resolution No. 14-29, ordering judicial foreclosure of delinquent special assessments in Community Facilities District 89-1.
CC 10 attachment

In 1989, the City conducted proceedings under the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (the "Mello-Roos Act") to create Community Facility District ("CFD") No. 89-1. Those proceedings resulted in the issuance of bonds and levy of special taxes to pay principal and interest on the bonds for the CFD. The special taxes are collected in bi-annual installments that become delinquent if not paid by December 10 and April 10, respectively, of each tax year. Pursuant to the trust indenture regarding the bonds issued for the CFD, the City has covenanted to bondholders to commence judicial foreclosure proceedings against properties within the CFD for which special taxes are delinquent. Resolution No. 14-29 authorizes the initiation of foreclosure proceedings against the properties located in CFD No. 89-1 that have been reported as delinquent as to the payment of special taxes.

CC 11. Adopt Resolution No. 14-30, ordering judicial foreclosure of delinquent special assessments in Community Facilities District 90-1.
CC 11 attachment

In 1990, the City conducted proceedings under the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (the "Mello-Roos Act") to create Community Facility District ("CFD") No. 90-1. Those proceedings resulted in the issuance of bonds and levy of special taxes to pay principal and interest on the bonds for the CFD. The special taxes are collected in bi-annual installments that become delinquent if not paid by December 10 and April 10, respectively, of each tax year. Pursuant to the trust indenture regarding the bonds issued for the CFD, the City has covenanted to bondholders to commence judicial foreclosure proceedings against properties within the CFD for which special taxes are delinquent. Resolution No. 14-30 authorizes the initiation of foreclosure proceedings against the properties located in CFD No. 90-1 that have been reported as delinquent as to the payment of special taxes.

CC 12. Adopt Resolution No. 14-31, ordering judicial foreclosure of delinquent special taxes in Community Facilities District No. 91-1.
CC 12 attachment

In 1990, the City conducted proceedings under the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (the "Mello-Roos Act") to create Community Facility District ("CFD") No. 91-1. Those proceedings resulted in the issuance of bonds and levy of special taxes to pay principal and interest on the bonds for the CFD. The special taxes are collected in bi-annual installments that become delinquent if not paid by December 10 and April 10, respectively, of each tax year. Pursuant to the trust indenture regarding the bonds issued for the CFD, the City has covenanted to bondholders to commence judicial foreclosure proceedings against properties within the CFD for which special taxes are delinquent. Resolution No. 14-31 authorizes the initiation of foreclosure proceedings against the properties located in CFD No. 91-1 that have been reported as delinquent as to the payment of special taxes.

CC 13. Adopt Resolution No. 14-32, ordering judicial foreclosure of delinquent special assessments in Community Facilities District 91-2.
CC 13 attachment

In 1990, the City conducted proceedings under the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (the "Mello-Roos Act") to create Community Facility District ("CFD") No. 91-2. Those proceedings resulted in the issuance of bonds and levy of special taxes to pay principal and interest on the bonds for the CFD. The special taxes are collected in bi-annual installments that become delinquent if not paid by December 10 and April 10, respectively, of each tax year. Pursuant to the trust indenture regarding the bonds issued for the CFD, the City has covenanted to bondholders to commence judicial foreclosure proceedings against properties within the CFD for which special taxes are delinquent. Resolution No. 14-32 authorizes the initiation of foreclosure proceedings against the properties located in CFD No. 91-2 that have been reported as delinquent as to the payment of special taxes.

CC 14. Adopt Resolution No. 14-33, ordering judicial foreclosure of delinquent special assessments in Assessment District 92-101.
CC 14 attachment

In 1992, the City conducted proceedings under the Improvement Bond Act and the Municipal Improvement Act to create Assessment District No. 92-101 ("AD 92-101"). Those proceedings resulted in the City's issuance of bonds and levy of special assessments to pay principal and interest on the bonds for the Assessment District. The special assessments are collected in bi-annual installments which become delinquent on December 10 and April 10 of each tax year. Pursuant to the trust indenture regarding the bonds issued for the Assessment District, the City has covenanted to bondholders to commence judicial foreclosure proceedings against properties within the Assessment District for which special assessments are delinquent. Resolution No. 14-33 authorizes the initiation of foreclosure proceedings against the properties located in AD 92-101, respectively, which have been reported as delinquent with respect to the payment of special assessments.

CC 15. Adopt Resolution No. 14-34, ordering judicial foreclosure of delinquent special assessments in Assessment District 92-101R.
CC 15 attachment

In 1992, the City conducted proceedings under the Improvement Bond Act and the Municipal Improvement Act to create Assessment District No. 92-101R ("AD 92-101R"). Those proceedings resulted in the City's issuance of bonds and levy of special assessments to pay principal and interest on the bonds for the Assessment District. The special assessments are collected in bi-annual installments which become delinquent on December 10 and April 10 of each tax year. Pursuant to the trust indenture regarding the bonds issued for the Assessment District, the City has covenanted to bondholders to commence judicial foreclosure proceedings against properties within the Assessment District for which special assessments are delinquent. Resolution No. 14-34 authorizes the initiation of foreclosure proceedings against the properties located in AD 92-101R, respectively, which have been reported as delinquent with respect to the payment of special assessments.

CC 16. Adopt Resolution No. 14-35, ordering judicial foreclosure of delinquent special assessments in Assessment District 93-3.
CC 16 attachment

In 1993, the City conducted proceedings under the Improvement Bond Act and the Municipal Improvement Act to create Assessment District No. 93-3 ("AD 93-3"). Those proceedings resulted in the City's issuance of bonds and levy of special assessments to pay principal and interest on the bonds for the Assessment District. The special assessments are collected in bi-annual installments which become delinquent on December 10 and April 10 of each tax year. Pursuant to the trust indenture regarding the bonds issued for the Assessment District, the City has covenanted to bondholders to commence judicial foreclosure proceedings against properties within the Assessment District for which special assessments are delinquent. Pursuant to the Improvement Bond Act, judicial foreclosure proceedings cannot be initiated until the City has adopted a resolution authorizing the commencement of such actions. Resolution No. 14-35 authorizes the initiation of foreclosure proceedings against the properties located in AD 93-3, respectively, which have been reported as delinquent with respect to the payment of special assessments.

CC 17. Approve allocation of funds for the L.A. County Arts Commission Free Concerts in Public Places grant.

With funding support from the Board of Supervisors, the L. A. County Arts Commission administers the sponsorship of free concerts at community venues throughout Los Angeles County to provide access to quality music programming representing the diversity of County residents. The board office of each supervisor provides funds to cover musician's fees for approved concerts in their district at rates comparable to the American Federation of Musician's pay scale for free concerts. Conjunto Jardin will perform on Thursday, September 18, 2014, from 6 to 8 p.m., as part of the Sierra Toyota ? Scion Summer Concert Series on The BLVD.

CC 18. Approve the developer constructed streets and accept the streets for maintenance by the City for Director's Review No. 08-100, located on the southeast corner of 37^th Street East and Avenue J-4. Owner: Eastside Elementary School.
CC 18 attachment

The streets have been constructed and completed by the developer according to the approved plans and specifications. The work has been inspected and found to be satisfactory to the Director of Public Works.

CC 19. Approve the completed water system installed by the developer for Tract No. 53102-02, located on the northwest corner of Avenue J-12 and 45^th Street West. Owner: Magnolia, LP.
CC 19 attachment

The water system on this project has been constructed and completed to the satisfaction of the local water purveyor, Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40, Antelope Valley, and is constructed according to the approved plans and specifications. Additionally, the work has been inspected and found to be satisfactory to the Director of Public Works.

CC 20. Award Public Works Construction Project No. 11-018, Rural Intersection Enhancements, HSIPL-5419(035), to Sterndahl Enterprises, Inc. of Sun Valley, California, in the amount of $285,340.00 plus a 10% contingency, to install/upgrade signs, striping and markings at thirty-nine (39) rural intersections. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents. This contract is awarded to the lowest responsible bidder per California Public Code Section 22038 (b).

The project involves installation/upgrades to signs, striping and markings at thirty-nine (39) rural intersections in the City of Lancaster. All intersections will receive new thermoplastic markings, 350 feet of re-painted centerlines and upgrades to various regularity signs such as stop and intersection warning signs. Access through the various intersections will remain open and allow for movement.

CC 21. Approve filing for the 2014 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) in the amount of $71,312.

The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG) will allow states and local governments to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime and to improve the criminal justice system. If awarded, the JAG funds can be used in any of six purposed areas to pay for personnel, programs and equipment. The City will utilize the JAG funds for a Community Support and Good Citizen Program (CSGCP) such as First Time Second Chance. Participants in the program will include those in need such as at-risk-young adults, court assigned community service workers, and victims of crimes.

CC 22. Adopt Ordinance No. 998, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Lancaster, California, amending Title 2 ("Administrative and Personnel") of the Lancaster Municipal Code by amending Sections 2.08.060 and 2.44.010 and by repealing existing and adding new Sections 2.04.020, 2.04.040 and 2.24.020, to update and revise miscellaneous administrative provisions.
CC 22 attachment

Ordinance No. 998 revises and updates certain provisions concerning administrative and procedural matters set forth in Title 2 ("Administration and Personnel") of the Lancaster Municipal Code. Specifically, Chapter 2.04 is revised with respect to the procedures for selecting the Vice Mayor and filling Council vacancies. Chapter 2.08 and Chapter 2.24 are revised to clarify the scope of the City Manager's and Planning Commission's duties, respectively. Chapter 2.44 is amended to add a new Subsection "B" concerning administrative appeal hearings.

CONTINUED BUSINESS

CB 1. Fiscal Year 2014/15 City of Lancaster Budget Adoption and Related Resolutions
CB 1 attachment

Recommendations:

a. Adopt Resolution No. 14-36, adopting the proposed City of Lancaster Fiscal Year 2014-15 General Fund Operating Budget, Special Funds Budget, and Capital Improvements Budget, as specified in the Budget Document, as amended in Attachment A.

b. Adopt Resolution No. 14-37, establishing the annual Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2014-15.

c. Award Request for Proposal (RFP) 581-14 in favor of CalPERS, as a California Employers' Retiree Benefit Trust Fund (CERBT).

d. Approve Agreement and Election of City of Lancaster to Prefund Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) through CalPERS (Attachment 1).

e. Approve Declaration of Authority for Disbursements from the OPEB Trust (Attachment 2).

The City is required to adopt a budget by July 1 of each year that establishes appropriations and estimated revenues for the upcoming fiscal year. The proposed budget is a culmination of many months of work by the City Council and staff in reviewing priorities and evaluating programs to meet those priorities. A Public Hearing to review the budget was held on June 10, 2014. Expenditures are proposed at $109,201,390 for fiscal year 2014-15. Total revenues are estimated at $110,414,616 with $1,213,226 going to fund balance for future use. The 10% operating reserve and 11% financial stability reserve in the general fund are preserved in the proposed budget.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

PH 1. Lancaster Drainage Benefit Assessment District
PH 1 attachment

Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 14-38, confirming the diagram and assessment and ordering the levying of an assessment in Lancaster Drainage Benefit Assessment District for Fiscal Year 2014-2015.

The City Council previously formed the Lancaster Drainage Benefit Assessment District, including establishment of separate zones, and submitted the proposition to the eligible voters in each respective zone. The majority of voters approved the formation of the District, the separate zones, and the levying of the assessment. The first year's assessment was paid by the developers of the property. Each year thereafter, the City Council, after public notice and hearing, may determine and impose an annual assessment.

PH 2. Lancaster Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
PH 2 attachment

Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 14-39, confirming the diagram and assessment and ordering the levying of an assessment in Lancaster Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2014-2015.

Lancaster Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and Fox Field Industrial Corridor Landscape Maintenance District were formed, including subsequent annexations thereto, for the purpose of providing maintenance services to landscaping and appurtenant improvements for various developments within the City and assessing those properties which benefit from this service. Each year the City Council must, by law, order the preparation of an Engineer's Report describing the existing and proposed maintenance services and conduct a public hearing to establish and order the amount of assessment for the next fiscal year. The landscaping improvements in the areas within the District will be maintained with funds generated by the Landscape Maintenance District.

PH 3. Lancaster Lighting Maintenance District
PH 3 attachment

Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 14-40, confirming the diagram and assessment and ordering the levying of an assessment in Lancaster Lighting Maintenance District for Fiscal Year 2014-2015.

Lancaster Lighting Maintenance District was formed, including subsequent annexations thereto, for the purpose of financing maintenance operations and installation of public lighting facilities, including but not limited to traffic signals (as defined in § 22525 of the California Code) within the City of Lancaster, and assessing those properties which benefit from this service their proportionate share of the cost. Each year the City Council must, by law, order the preparation of an Engineer's Report describing the existing and proposed maintenance services and conduct a public hearing to establish and order the amount of assessment for the next fiscal year. The street lighting improvements in the areas within the District will be maintained with funds generated by the Lancaster Lighting Maintenance District.

NEW BUSINESS

NB 1. Capital Asset Policy
NB 1 attachment

Recommendation:

Accept and approve the Capital Asset Policy.

It is the City's due diligence, and a requirement under Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Pronouncement 34, that the City develops and adopts a Capital Asset Policy. This policy is written to ensure the proper recognition and treatment of capital assets.

NB 2. Participation in the California Home Energy Renovation Opportunity Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing Program, CaliforniaFIRST Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing Program, and Figtree Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing Program
NB 2 attachment

Recommendations:

a. Adopt Resolution No. 14-41, consenting to the inclusion of properties within the City's jurisdiction in the California Home Energy Renovation Opportunity (HERO) Program to finance distributed generation renewable energy sources, energy and water efficiency improvements, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure and approving an amendment to a certain Joint Powers Agreement related thereto. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all documents and make any non-substantive changes necessary to complete the transaction.

b. Adopt Resolution No. 14-42, authorizing the City to join the CaliforniaFIRST Program and authorizing the California Statewide Communities Development Authority (CSCDA) to accept applications from property owners, conduct contractual assessment proceedings, and levy contractual assessments within the jurisdiction of the City. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all documents and make any non-substantive changes necessary to complete the transaction.

c. Adopt Resolution No. 14-43, authorizing the City to join the Figtree Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program and authorizing the California Enterprise Development Authority (CEDA) to conduct contractual assessment proceedings and levy contractual assessments within the jurisdiction of the City. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all documents and make any non-substantive changes necessary to complete the transaction.

California Assembly Bill (AB) 811 (July 21, 2008) and AB 474 (January 1, 2010) authorize Property Assessed Clean Energy financing (PACE) whereby legislative bodies may designate areas within which authorized public officials and free and willing property owners may enter into voluntary contractual assessments for the purpose of financing the installation of distributed generation renewable energy sources such as solar panels, energy efficiency improvements, and/or water conservation improvements that are permanently fixed to real property, as specified. The City may join more than one PACE program in order to provide property owners with the ability to choose the program that best fits their needs. The City of Lancaster has been invited to participate in three existing PACE financing programs: the California HERO Program, the CaliforniaFIRST Program, and the Figtree PACE program.

COUNCIL AGENDA

CA 1. Consideration of nomination/appointment of Josh Mann to the Lancaster Museum and Public Art Foundation Board of Directors (LMPAF)
Presenter: Mayor Parris

CA 2. Adopt Resolution No. 14-44, repealing Resolution No. 13-50 and establishing the meeting day and time of the Lancaster City Council.
Presenter: Mayor Parris
CA 2 attachment

COUNCIL REPORTS

CR 1. Report on the Activities of the Board of Directors for the Antelope Valley Transit Authority
Presenter: Vice Mayor Crist

CR 2. Council Reports

LANCASTER FINANCING AUTHORITY

No action required at this time.

LANCASTER POWER AUTHORITY

No action required at this time.

LANCASTER SUCCESSOR AGENCY

No action required at this time.

CITY MANAGER / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ANNOUNCEMENTS

CITY CLERK /AGENCY/AUTHORITY SECRETARY ANNOUNCEMENT

PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS

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COUNCIL / AGENCY COMMENTS

CLOSED SESSION

1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation: significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (2) - three potential cases.
2. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation: consideration of initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (4) - one potential case.
3. Conference with Legal Counsel--Existing Litigation - Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (1)
4. Coalition for Open Government v. City of Lancaster, Case No. BC499047
5. Quartz Hill Cares v. City of Lancaster, Case No. BS 122336
6. Lancaster v. Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles (HACoLA) Case No. MC023649
7. Rubin v. Lancaster - United States District Court Case No. CV 10-4046 DSF (JCx)
8. Save Our Neighborhood Group v. City of Lancaster, et al. Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS 121501.
9. Shabazz v. Parris, USDC, Central Case No. CV12-5803 SVW (JEM)
10. ANTELOPE VALLEY GROUNDWATER CASES
    Included Actions:
    Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40 v. Diamond Farming Co.
    Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, Case No. BC325201;
    
    Los Angeles County Waterworks District No. 40 v. Diamond Farming Co.
    Superior Court of California, County of Kern, Case No. S-1500-CV-254-348
    
    Wm. Bolthouse Farms, Inc. v. City of Lancaster, Diamond Farming Co. v. City of Lancaster, Diamond Farming Co. v. Palmdale Water District
    Superior Court of California County of Riverside, consolidated actions;
    Case Nos. RIC 353 840, RIC 344 436, RIC 344 668
    
    Santa Clara Case No. 1-05-CV 049053

ADJOURNMENT

Next Regular Meeting:

Tuesday, July 8, 2014 - 5:00 p.m.

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