City Council/SA/HA/IDA/PAA/PCA/PFA

LEGISLATIVE BODY RICHARD J. LOA, MAYOR LAURA BETTENCOURT, MAYOR PRO TEM AUSTIN BISHOP, COUNCILMEMBER ERIC OHLSEN, COUNCILMEMBER ANDREA ALARCÓN, COUNCILMEMBER 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Note: All City Council memberships are reflected in their City Council titles. 2. ROLL CALL MAYOR LOA, MAYOR PRO TEM BETTENCOURT, COUNCILMEMBERS BISHOP, OHLSEN, ALARCÓN COMMISSIONERS FRAGA-SAENZ, BETTS 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE CITY COUNCIL SUCCESSOR AGENCY HOUSING AUTHORITY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY PALMDALE AIRPORT AUTHORITY PALMDALE CIVIC AUTHORITY PALMDALE FINANCING AUTHORITY CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER 38300 SIERRA HIGHWAY SUITE B PALMDALE, CA 93550 TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2025 5:00 PM www.cityofpalmdaleca.gov WELCOME City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1

4. PRESENTATIONS 4.1 iSERVE Youth Leadership Academy 2025. PPT iSERVE Youth Leadership Academy 2025.pptx 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS The public is allotted to speak a total of three (3) minutes on each section of the agenda i.e. Consent Calendar(s), Appointment-New Business, and Closed Session. As specified in the Brown Act, a speaker utilizing a translator will receive twice the amount of time specified. Any person who would like to address the Legislative Body on any agendized item may complete a speaker card for the City Clerk and identify the agenda item you would like to discuss. 6. JOINT CONSENT CALENDAR CC/HA All matters listed under the Joint Consent Calendar will be enacted by one motion unless an item(s) is pulled by Council/Authority, in which case the item(s) will be removed from the Joint Consent Calendar and will be considered separately following this portion of the Agenda. 6.1 Approve the minutes from the previous meetings. HA Mins 02 18 2025.pdf HA Mins 05 06 2025.pdf HA Mins 05 21 2025.pdf CC HA Mins 06 03 2025.pdf 7. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed under the Consent Calendar will be enacted by one motion unless an item(s) is pulled by Council, in which case the item(s) will be removed from the Consent Calendar and will be considered separately following this portion of the Agenda. 7.1 Waive full reading of the Resolution(s) and/or Ordinance(s) to be considered and voted on at this meeting. (This allows for reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text). 7.2 Receive and file the Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024, and adopt findings to commit funds held in the Littlerock Drainage Fee Fund, Fire Facilities Fund, and Sewer Upgrade Fee Fund. SR Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for the Year Ended June 30, 2024.docx Rpt. Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for Year Ended June 30, 2024.pdf 7.3 Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-044, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale establishing an appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2025-26 pursuant to City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025 2

Article XIII B of the California Constitution and repeal Resolution No. CC 2024- 053. SR GANN Appropriation Limit FY 2025-26.docx Reso. No. CC 2025-044 GANN Appropriation Limit FY 2025-26.docx 7.4 Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-045, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale designating by title and name those officials who are authorized to sign checks and warrants, and repeal Resolution No. CC 2025-003, and Adopt Resolution No. SA 2025-002, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale designating by title and name those officials who are authorized to sign checks and warrants, and repeal Resolution No. SA 2025-001. SR Check Signers City and SA.docx Reso. No. CC 2025-045 Check Signers City.docx Reso. No. SA 2025-002 Check Signers SA.docx 7.5 Approve Purchase Order 20260000 with Amazon Capital Services, Inc., DBA Amazon Business, in an amount not to exceed $268,000 for FY 2025-26. SR PO 20260000 Amazon Capital Services.docx PO No. 20260000 Amazon Capital Services.pdf Agrmt No. R-TC-17006.pdf Argmt No. R-TC-17006 Amendment 1.pdf Agrmt No. R-TC-17006 Extension 1.pdf Agrmt No. R-TC-17006 Extension 2.pdf 7.6 Approve Operating Covenant Agreement with Antelope Valley Shop, LLC., to create a partnership for revitalization, security, and operational costs associated with the Antelope Valley Mall. SR Agrmt No. A-8797 Operating Covenant Agreement with Antelope Valley Shop, LLC.docx Agrmt No. A-8797 Operating Covenant Agreement with Antelope Valley Shop, LLC.pdf 7.7 Approve Down-Payment Assistance Program. SR Down-Payment Assistance Program.docx Down-Payment Assistance Program.pdf 7.8 Accept Notice of Completion (NOC) for Public Drainage Improvements for Sierra Highway Storage located at 37550 Sierra Highway. SR NOC Drainage Improvements-Sierra Highway Mini Storage, LLC.docx NOC Drainage Improvements-Sierra Highway Mini Storage, LLC.docx Exh A List of Completed Public Improvements.docx Site Map Location.docx Site Photo.docx 7.9 Approve agreement with Psomas for design services for PN 906, Avenue T Street City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025 3

Improvement Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $801,141 for a term of 18 months from the date of the Notice to Proceed. SR Agrmt No. A-9346 with PSOMAS.docx Agrmt No. A-9346 with PSOMAS.pdf 7.10 Accept Notice of Completion (NOC) for PN 741, East Avenue S-8 and 40th Street East Roundabout Project. SR NOC PN 741, East Avenue S-8 and 40th Street East Roundabout.docx NOC PN 741, East Avenue S-8 and 40th Street East Roundabout.docx Project Photos PN 741, East Avenue S-8 and 40th Street East Roundabout.pptx 7.11 Accept Notice of Completion (NOC) for PN 780, Avenue Q-12 Sidewalk Gap Closure Project. SR NOC PN 780, Ave Q-12 Sidewalk Gap Closure.docx NOC PN 780, Ave Q-12 Sidewalk Gap Closure.docx Project Photo PN 780, Ave Q-12 Sidewalk Gap Closure.pdf 8. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING CC/SA/HA/IDA/PAA/PCA/PFA 8.1 Adopt Joint Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale No. CC 2025- 046, Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale No. SA 2025-003, Palmdale Civic Authority No. PCA 2025-001, Housing Authority of the City of Palmdale No. HA 2025-002, Industrial Development Authority No. IDA 2025-001, Palmdale Airport Authority No. PAA 2025-001, Palmdale Financing Authority No. PFA 2025-001, collectively the approving Legislative Bodies (ALB) adopting the City of Palmdale's Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26, and approving revenue and expenditure adjustments to Fiscal Year 2024-25; Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-047, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending the City's Classification and Pay Plan for general positions; Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025- 048, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending the City's Classification and Pay Plan for bargaining unit positions; Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-049, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending the City's Classification and Pay Plan for Parks and Recreation Unbenefited positions; and Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-050, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending the City's Classification and Pay Plan for Y-Rated positions. SR FY 2025-26 Proposed Operating and Capital Budget.docx Reso. Nos. CC 2025-046, SA 2025-003, PCA 2025-001, HA 2025-002, IDA 2025- 001, PAA 2025-001, PFA 2025-001.docx Atch FY 2025-26 Budget at a Glance.pdf Atch FY 2025-26 Proposed Operating and Capital Budget.pdf Reso. No. CC 2025-047 General Classification and Pay Plan.docx Exh 1 General Classification and Pay Plan FY 2025-26.pdf City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025 4

Exh 2 General Salary Schedule FY 2025-26.pdf Reso. No. CC 2025-048 BU Classification and Pay Plan.docx Exh 1 BU Classification and Pay Plan FY 2025-26.pdf Exh 2 BU Salary Schedule FY 2025-26.pdf Reso. No. CC 2025-049 Parks and Recreation Unbenefited Classification and Pay Plan.docx Exh 1 P&R Unbenefited Classification and Pay Plan FY 2025-26.pdf Exh 2 P&R Unbenefited Salary Schedule FY 2025-26.pdf Reso. No. CC 2025-050 Y-Rated Classification and Pay Plan.docx Exh 1 Y-Rated Classification and Pay Plan FY 2025-26.pdf Exh 2 Y-Rated Salary Schedule FY 2025-26.pdf 9. PUBLIC HEARING 9.1 Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-043, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale restating in its entirety the City of Palmdale Master Schedule of Fees and Penalties and repealing all prior enactments inconsistent with this Resolution. SR FY 2025-26 Master Schedule of Fees and Penalties.docx Reso. No. CC 2025-043 Master Schedule of Fees and Penalties.docx Atch FY 2025-26 Master Schedule of Fees and Penalties.pdf 10. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT 11. SHERIFF'S REPORT 12. NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS: Now is the time for public participation on items not listed on the agenda. Each speaker is allotted three (3) minutes total. 13. COUNCIL REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 14. ADJOURN meeting to July 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber located at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, California. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if you require a disability- related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (661) 267-5151 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. If you require oral translation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (661) 267-5151 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025 5

LEGISLATIVE BODY RICHARD J. LOA, MAYOR LAURA BETTENCOURT, MAYOR PRO TEM AUSTIN BISHOP, COUNCILMEMBER ERIC OHLSEN, COUNCILMEMBER ANDREA ALARCÓN, COUNCILMEMBER 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER Note: All City Council memberships are reflected in their City Council titles. 2. ROLL CALL MAYOR LOA, MAYOR PRO TEM BETTENCOURT, COUNCILMEMBERS BISHOP, OHLSEN, ALARCÓN COMMISSIONERS FRAGA-SAENZ, BETTS 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE CITY COUNCIL SUCCESSOR AGENCY HOUSING AUTHORITY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY PALMDALE AIRPORT AUTHORITY PALMDALE CIVIC AUTHORITY PALMDALE FINANCING AUTHORITY CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER 38300 SIERRA HIGHWAY SUITE B PALMDALE, CA 93550 TUESDAY, JUNE 17, 2025 5:00 PM www.cityofpalmdaleca.gov WELCOME City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025

4. PRESENTATIONS 4.1 iSERVE Youth Leadership Academy 2025. PPT iSERVE Youth Leadership Academy 2025.pptx 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS The public is allotted to speak a total of three (3) minutes on each section of the agenda i.e. Consent Calendar(s), Appointment-New Business, and Closed Session. As specified in the Brown Act, a speaker utilizing a translator will receive twice the amount of time specified. Any person who would like to address the Legislative Body on any agendized item may complete a speaker card for the City Clerk and identify the agenda item you would like to discuss. 6. JOINT CONSENT CALENDAR CC/HA All matters listed under the Joint Consent Calendar will be enacted by one motion unless an item(s) is pulled by Council/Authority, in which case the item(s) will be removed from the Joint Consent Calendar and will be considered separately following this portion of the Agenda. 6.1 Approve the minutes from the previous meetings. HA Mins 02 18 2025.pdf HA Mins 05 06 2025.pdf HA Mins 05 21 2025.pdf CC HA Mins 06 03 2025.pdf 7. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed under the Consent Calendar will be enacted by one motion unless an item(s) is pulled by Council, in which case the item(s) will be removed from the Consent Calendar and will be considered separately following this portion of the Agenda. 7.1 Waive full reading of the Resolution(s) and/or Ordinance(s) to be considered and voted on at this meeting. (This allows for reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text). 7.2 Receive and file the Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024, and adopt findings to commit funds held in the Littlerock Drainage Fee Fund, Fire Facilities Fund, and Sewer Upgrade Fee Fund. SR Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for the Year Ended June 30, 2024.docx Rpt. Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for Year Ended June 30, 2024.pdf 7.3 Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-044, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale establishing an appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2025-26 pursuant to City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Article XIII B of the California Constitution and repeal Resolution No. CC 2024- 053. SR GANN Appropriation Limit FY 2025-26.docx Reso. No. CC 2025-044 GANN Appropriation Limit FY 2025-26.docx 7.4 Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-045, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale designating by title and name those officials who are authorized to sign checks and warrants, and repeal Resolution No. CC 2025-003, and Adopt Resolution No. SA 2025-002, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale designating by title and name those officials who are authorized to sign checks and warrants, and repeal Resolution No. SA 2025-001. SR Check Signers City and SA.docx Reso. No. CC 2025-045 Check Signers City.docx Reso. No. SA 2025-002 Check Signers SA.docx 7.5 Approve Purchase Order 20260000 with Amazon Capital Services, Inc., DBA Amazon Business, in an amount not to exceed $268,000 for FY 2025-26. SR PO 20260000 Amazon Capital Services.docx PO No. 20260000 Amazon Capital Services.pdf Agrmt No. R-TC-17006.pdf Argmt No. R-TC-17006 Amendment 1.pdf Agrmt No. R-TC-17006 Extension 1.pdf Agrmt No. R-TC-17006 Extension 2.pdf 7.6 Approve Operating Covenant Agreement with Antelope Valley Shop, LLC., to create a partnership for revitalization, security, and operational costs associated with the Antelope Valley Mall. SR Agrmt No. A-8797 Operating Covenant Agreement with Antelope Valley Shop, LLC.docx Agrmt No. A-8797 Operating Covenant Agreement with Antelope Valley Shop, LLC.pdf 7.7 Approve Down-Payment Assistance Program. SR Down-Payment Assistance Program.docx Down-Payment Assistance Program.pdf 7.8 Accept Notice of Completion (NOC) for Public Drainage Improvements for Sierra Highway Storage located at 37550 Sierra Highway. SR NOC Drainage Improvements-Sierra Highway Mini Storage, LLC.docx NOC Drainage Improvements-Sierra Highway Mini Storage, LLC.docx Exh A List of Completed Public Improvements.docx Site Map Location.docx Site Photo.docx 7.9 Approve agreement with Psomas for design services for PN 906, Avenue T Street City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Improvement Project, for a total not to exceed amount of $801,141 for a term of 18 months from the date of the Notice to Proceed. SR Agrmt No. A-9346 with PSOMAS.docx Agrmt No. A-9346 with PSOMAS.pdf 7.10 Accept Notice of Completion (NOC) for PN 741, East Avenue S-8 and 40th Street East Roundabout Project. SR NOC PN 741, East Avenue S-8 and 40th Street East Roundabout.docx NOC PN 741, East Avenue S-8 and 40th Street East Roundabout.docx Project Photos PN 741, East Avenue S-8 and 40th Street East Roundabout.pptx 7.11 Accept Notice of Completion (NOC) for PN 780, Avenue Q-12 Sidewalk Gap Closure Project. SR NOC PN 780, Ave Q-12 Sidewalk Gap Closure.docx NOC PN 780, Ave Q-12 Sidewalk Gap Closure.docx Project Photo PN 780, Ave Q-12 Sidewalk Gap Closure.pdf 8. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING CC/SA/HA/IDA/PAA/PCA/PFA 8.1 Adopt Joint Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale No. CC 2025- 046, Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Palmdale No. SA 2025-003, Palmdale Civic Authority No. PCA 2025-001, Housing Authority of the City of Palmdale No. HA 2025-002, Industrial Development Authority No. IDA 2025-001, Palmdale Airport Authority No. PAA 2025-001, Palmdale Financing Authority No. PFA 2025-001, collectively the approving Legislative Bodies (ALB) adopting the City of Palmdale's Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26, and approving revenue and expenditure adjustments to Fiscal Year 2024-25; Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-047, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending the City's Classification and Pay Plan for general positions; Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025- 048, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending the City's Classification and Pay Plan for bargaining unit positions; Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-049, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending the City's Classification and Pay Plan for Parks and Recreation Unbenefited positions; and Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-050, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending the City's Classification and Pay Plan for Y-Rated positions. SR FY 2025-26 Proposed Operating and Capital Budget.docx Reso. Nos. CC 2025-046, SA 2025-003, PCA 2025-001, HA 2025-002, IDA 2025- 001, PAA 2025-001, PFA 2025-001.docx Atch FY 2025-26 Budget at a Glance.pdf Atch FY 2025-26 Proposed Operating and Capital Budget.pdf Reso. No. CC 2025-047 General Classification and Pay Plan.docx Exh 1 General Classification and Pay Plan FY 2025-26.pdf City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Exh 2 General Salary Schedule FY 2025-26.pdf Reso. No. CC 2025-048 BU Classification and Pay Plan.docx Exh 1 BU Classification and Pay Plan FY 2025-26.pdf Exh 2 BU Salary Schedule FY 2025-26.pdf Reso. No. CC 2025-049 Parks and Recreation Unbenefited Classification and Pay Plan.docx Exh 1 P&R Unbenefited Classification and Pay Plan FY 2025-26.pdf Exh 2 P&R Unbenefited Salary Schedule FY 2025-26.pdf Reso. No. CC 2025-050 Y-Rated Classification and Pay Plan.docx Exh 1 Y-Rated Classification and Pay Plan FY 2025-26.pdf Exh 2 Y-Rated Salary Schedule FY 2025-26.pdf 9. PUBLIC HEARING 9.1 Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-043, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale restating in its entirety the City of Palmdale Master Schedule of Fees and Penalties and repealing all prior enactments inconsistent with this Resolution. SR FY 2025-26 Master Schedule of Fees and Penalties.docx Reso. No. CC 2025-043 Master Schedule of Fees and Penalties.docx Atch FY 2025-26 Master Schedule of Fees and Penalties.pdf 10. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT 11. SHERIFF'S REPORT 12. NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS: Now is the time for public participation on items not listed on the agenda. Each speaker is allotted three (3) minutes total. 13. COUNCIL REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 14. ADJOURN meeting to July 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber located at 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite B, Palmdale, California. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if you require a disability- related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (661) 267-5151 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. If you require oral translation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (661) 267-5151 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. City Council Tuesday, June 17, 2025

D E P A R T M E N T O F P A R K S A N D R E C R E A T I O N iSERVE Youth Leadership Academy 2025 CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 17, 2025

iSERVE Youth Leadership Academy • Started: 2024 • Purpose: Empower youth ages 12 to 17 to build leadership skills and participate in meaningful community service projects that positively impact the Palmdale community. • Cohorts: 2024 - 21 Participants 2025 - 30 Participants

Introduction to City Departments and Civic Service Opportunities

Teaching Job Readiness and Interview Skills

Leadership Development

Fostering Community Engagement and Participation

2025 Graduation

iSERVE Graduate Ongoing Opportunities • iLEAD Palmdale Youth Conference • Planning • Outreach • Fight Fentanyl Antelope Valley Campaign Youth Advisory Committee • Youth Ambassador Program

Next iSERVE Cohort: • Applications open from October 15 to November 14, 2025. • Program begins January 7 to January 8, 2026. • For more information: visit CityofPalmdaleCA.gov/Youth

1 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL/SA/HA/IDA/PAA/PCA/PFA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER 38300 SIERRA HIGHWAY, SUITE B PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA FEBRUARY 18, 2025 www.cityofpalmdale.org 1) CALL MEETING TO ORDER Mayor Loa called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm. Note: All City Council memberships are reflected in their City Council titles. 2) ROLL CALL MAYOR LOA, MAYOR PRO TEM BETTENCOURT, COUNCILMEMBERS BISHOP, OHLSEN, ALARCÓN COMMISSIONERS FRAGA- SAENZ, BETTS PRESENT: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Christina Fraga-Saenz, Dianne Betts. ABSENT: Andrea Alarcón. 3) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE Councilmember Ohlsen led the pledge of allegiance. 4) PUBLIC COMMENTS CONSENT CALENDAR, APPOINTMENT(S), NEW BUSINESS, AND CLOSED SESSION: Marsha Furman commented in support of Item 5.3. City Manager Perez removed Item 9.1 from the agenda. 5) CONSENT CALENDAR 5.1) Waive full reading of the Resolution(s) and/or Ordinance(s) to be considered and voted on at this meeting. (This allows for reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text). 5.2) Receive and file the monthly and quarterly investment activity report for December 2024. 5.3) Approve Agreement with Proslide Technologies Inc., to refurbish DryTown Water Park’s Dusty’s Mindshaft Racer Slide for the not to exceed amount of $626,000 for a term of 90 days from the Notice to Proceed. 5.4) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-018, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale declaring a Housing Crisis in response to recent fires.

2 5.5) Approve the Third Amendment to the Legal Services Agreement with Civica Law Group, APC, to increase the agreement amount by $280,000, for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 for a contract term through March 6, 2028. 5.6) Approve Second Amendment to Agreement with SiFi Networks Palmdale, LLC for adjustments to construction methods for the installation of fiber optic in the public right-of-way and for increase to service costs. 5.7) Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-009, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale declaring its intention to conduct a public hearing to consider the vacation of portions of 8th Street East south of Rancho Vista Boulevard and north of East Avenue P-8. 5.8) Receive and file the Sanitary Sewer Management Plan (SSMP) Audit. 5.9) Award and Approve agreement with Golden West Fence for Landscape Maintenance District (LMD) wrought iron fence replacement services in an amount not to exceed $138,820 for a term of 180 working days from the date of the Notice to Proceed. 5.10) Notice of Completion (NOC) - Accept public street, sewer, and, drainage improvements for Tract 54058-04 located at 20th Street West and Avenue P- 8. 5.11) Notice of Completion (NOC) - Accept public sewer and drainage improvements for Tract 60732 located at 20th Street West and Quick Street. 5.12) Approve Requisition No. 250823 with Plumber’s Depot, Inc. for the purchase of one WM350 Compact Steerable Pipe Transporter and one MZ350 OZ3 CCTV Camera for a total not to exceed amount of $236,202. 5.13) Approve the minutes from the previous meeting. Motion: Approve all items listed under the Consent Calendar. Moved by Austin Bishop, seconded by Laura Bettencourt. Vote: Motion carried (4-0) Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen. Absent: Andrea Alarcón. 6) JOINT CONSENT CALENDAR CC/SA/HA/IDA/PAA/PCA/PFA 6.1) Review and Approve the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Adjustments, and Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-021, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale amending the City’s Classification and Pay Plan for general positions. 6.2) Approve the minutes from the previous Housing Authority meeting.

3 Motion: Approve all items listed under the Joint Consent Calendar. Moved by Christina Fraga-Saenz, seconded by Austin Bishop. Vote: Motion carried (4-0) Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Absent: Andrea Alarcón. Vote: Motion carried (6-0) Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen, Christina Fraga- Saenz, Dianne Betts. Absent: Andrea Alarcón. 7) PUBLIC HEARING 7.1) Public Hearing to review the Substantial Amendment to the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan, the proposed Section 108 Application and the Expenditure of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds; Receive public comment in compliance with the requirements of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the City’s Citizen Participation Plan; Approve the Substantial Amendment to the 2024-2025 Action Plan; and Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-007, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Palmdale Authorizing the City Manager or her designee to submit the Section 108 Loan Guarantee Application to HUD for a $7,134,000 Loan for South Antelope Valley Emergency Services (SAVES) Facility Improvements. Mayor Loa opened the Public Hearing. City Clerk Scott read the title of Resolution No. CC 2025-007. Public Testimony: David Laird discussed the benefits of the SAVES food distribution program. Director of Housing Reyes provided detailed information on the 2024-2025 Action Plan. Councilmember Bishop discussed the SAVES building expansion and the services it offers to the community. Mayor Loa spoke regarding the requested loan and services provided at SAVES. Motion: Approve the Substantial Amendment to the 2024-2025 Action Plan and adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-007. Moved by Eric Ohlsen, seconded by Austin Bishop. Vote: Motion carried (4-0) Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen. Absent: Andrea Alarcón.

4 7.2) Introduction and Adoption of Ordinance No. 1652, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving General Plan Amendment 23-0003, Zone Change 23-0003, Tentative Parcel Map 84001, Conditional Use Permit 22-006 and Site Plan Review 22-007 to modify the General Plan Land Use designation and zone from Mixed Use 2 to Neighborhood Commercial; subdivide 5.69 acres into two lots to facilitate the construction of a ten-island fueling station, a 7,258-square-foot grocery store, and a 2,127-square-foot drive-through carwash located on the northwest corner of East Avenue R and 25th Street East. City Clerk Scott read the title of Ordinance No. 1652 and Resolution No. CC 2025-011. Mayor Loa opened the Public Hearing. The following individuals spoke in opposition to the project location: Mabel Flowers, Stephanie Sterba, Carl Flowers, Mickey Martinez, Monica Dopson, and Marsha Furman. Mayor Loa closed the Public Hearing. Planning Manager Magana presented the staff report. Michael Ramirez from Beyond Food Mart talked about the fuel review and security measures. He also mentioned that there will be no sales of liquor or tobacco at the location. A motion was made and passed to introduce Ordinance No. 1652. Mayor Loa asked about traffic concerns, and Planning Manager Magana explained the traffic study, entrances and exits. Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt asked about bike lanes, and Planning Manager Magana confirmed there would be bike lanes. Councilmember Ohlsen asked about the land next to the project and if there would be a buffer, and Planning Manager Magana confirmed there would be one. Mayor Loa asked about the walls separating the properties, and Planning Manager Magana confirmed the walls would separate the properties. Councilmember Bishop asked about the number of gas pumps, hydrogen pumps, electric car charging stations, and property setbacks. Planning Manager Magana explained the setbacks. Councilmember Ohlsen asked about the project location, and Mr. Ramirez discussed the location, traffic study, and CEQA report. Mayor Loa inquired about emissions, and Planning Manager Magana discussed air quality management thresholds for various gases and particles.

5 Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt mentioned concerns about vapors coming through brick walls. Councilmember Ohlsen asked to table the item for further discussion. Motion: Table item to March 4, 2025. Moved by Eric Ohlsen, seconded by Austin Bishop. Vote: Motion carried (3-1) Yes: Richard J. Loa, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen. No: Laura Bettencourt. Absent: Andrea Alarcón. 7.3) Introduction and Adoption of Ordinance No. 1653, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Palmdale approving Comprehensive Development 23- 0002, and Adopt Resolution No. CC 2025-012 approving Conditional Use Permit 23-0018, and Vesting Tentative Tract Maps 23-0003 (VTTM 51508-3) and 23-0004 (VTTM 63145) to facilitate the development of approximately 75 acres for the purpose of constructing 627 single-family residences within Phase 1B of the Ritter Ranch Specific Plan generally located to the east and west of Westland Drive /Ranch Center Drive and south of City Ranch Road. City Clerk Scott read the title of Ordinance No. 1653 and Resolution No. CC 2025-012. A motion was made and passed to introduce Ordinance No. 1653. Mayor Loa opened the Public Hearing Public Testimony: Roger Soderstedt spoke regarding the water supply for Ritter Ranch; and Karl Pearcy spoke regarding the lack of infrastructure for this project and traffic. Mayor Loa closed the Public Hearing. Interim Director of Economic and Community Development Taggart presented the staff report. Peter Guiterrez, representing the applicant, thanked staff and spoke about Phase 1B of the project including the water supply analysis and traffic study. Ramiro Albarran, RDR Holdings, spoke about Phase 1B and adding to Palmdale's housing stock. Mayor Pro Tem Bettencourt asked about the average size lot for the homes. Interim Economic and Community Development Director Taggart responded that the average lot size is 5,000 - 6,000 sq ft and some larger. Councilmember Bishop spoke about Ritter Ranch being a quality project, and in support of development. Councilmember Ohlsen spoke regarding the housing crisis, Trader Joe's jobs,

6 Aerospace Industry jobs, and in support of growth and development. He also expressed his concern regarding the lack of a fire station. Ramiro Albarran and Peter Guiterrez discussed their conversation with the fire department regarding a fire station, building codes, fire-resistant materials, underground utilities, vegetation management, and water infrastructure. Councilmember Bishop asked if new homes are required to have fire sprinkler systems. Mr. Guiterrez discussed the current requirements for new developments, including fire sprinkler systems, fire-resistant roofs, fire-rated walls, and an evacuation plan. Councilmember Bishop also spoke regarding the benefits of a Homeowner Association. Mayor Loa spoke in support of the project and the housing crisis in Palmdale. Motion: Adopt Ordinance No. 1653 and Resolution No. CC 2025-012. Moved by Austin Bishop, seconded by Eric Ohlsen. Vote: Motion carried (4-0) Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen. Absent: Andrea Alarcón. 8) APPOINTMENT 8.1) Appoint a member of the Council to serve as the delegate on the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Regional Council District 43 for a two-year term. Motion: Appoint Councilmember Bishop to serve as the delegate on the SCAG Regional Council District 43 for a two-year term. Moved by Eric Ohlsen, seconded by Laura Bettencourt. Vote: Motion carried (4-0) Yes: Richard J. Loa, Laura Bettencourt, Austin Bishop, Eric Ohlsen. Absent: Andrea Alarcón. 9) NEW BUSINESS 9.1) Review the Fair Political Practices Commission ("FPPC") biannual Election Local Contribution Limitation; City Council consideration of removal of campaign contribution limitations for City of Palmdale Elections. This item was removed from the agenda. 10) CITY MANAGER’S REPORT City Manager Perez announced the Seasons of Service event at Barrel Springs Park and Ride on February 22, Sickle Cell Awareness Family Day on February 22, and the launching of the City’s Next Generation Business Watch Program.

7 11) SHERIFF’S REPORT Captain Bardon reported on response times for routine calls, calls for service, partnership with Public Safety staff, Partners Against Crime (PAC) Team arrests, Part 1 crimes, gang-related shootings, graffiti arrests, traffic collisions, citations, and virtual deputy application. He announced that a Spanish-speaking Q & A is scheduled for March 21 regarding Senate Bill 54 (SB 54) state law that limits the use of state and local resources for federal immigration enforcement. Mayor Loa asked Captain Bardon about public demonstration protocols. Captain Bardon provided details on public demonstration protocols. Councilmember Bishop discussed burglaries and break-ins of local businesses. Captain Bardon provided limited information on recent burglaries and recommended lighting and security technology. A film that prevents glass from breaking was further discussed. Councilmember Ohlsen discussed the steps that were taken to mirror the City's municipal violations to match the penal code. 12) NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENTS: The following individuals provided public input: Karen Lindsay spoke against illegal immigration and the use of Palmdale resources for it; Mikki Martinez supported legal immigration; Helen Velador invited Council to Palmdale School District's Read Across America event in March; Rich Gallego asked for a resolution supporting lower fuel costs in California and spoke in support of quarterly town hall meetings; Steve Hill requested the removal of Captain Bardon from the Palmdale Sheriff's Station; Michelle H. asked for a resolution declaring Palmdale a non-sanctuary city; Michelle Royal requested a fire station for