Scotts Valley public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special meeting on December 22, 2023, with a single regular agenda item: a donation and award contract for the installation of turf at a baseball field used by the Scotts Valley Little League. The meeting includes public comment periods and standard procedural items.

• Scotts Valley Little League Donation and Award Contract for Installation of Turf at Baseball Field

The Scotts Valley City Council unanimously approved a motion to authorize the City Manager to award and execute an agreement with K&D Landscaping, Inc. for the installation of artificial turf at the baseball field, contingent on the expiration of the protest period and receipt of donated funds from the Little League. The Council also accepted the donation from the Little League and authorized the City Manager to sign the Donation Agreement.

• Approved regular agenda with no alterations (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to award and execute agreement with K&D Landscaping, Inc. for turf installation (5-0)
• Accepted donation from Scotts Valley Little League for infield artificial turf project (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign Donation Agreement between City and Little League (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Scotts Valley Parks and Recreation Commission will hear a presentation and subcommittee report on Skypark Court management, court use, and neighborhood issues, and will discuss a memorial donation program. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving prior meeting minutes and reviewing the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Skypark Court Management App Presentation and Subcommittee Report on Court Use and Neighborhood Issues
• Memorial Donation Program discussion
• Approval of 10-19-2023 Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes
• Review of 2024 Commission Meeting Calendar

The Parks and Recreation Commission accepted a presentation on the REC app and a subcommittee report on Skypark Court issues, voting to forward them to the City Council for consideration. The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included the October 19, 2023 minutes and the 2024 meeting calendar. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including 10-19-23 minutes and 2024 meeting calendar (5-0)
• Accepted REC app presentation and subcommittee report, forwarded to City Council (4-0-1, Kelsey abstained)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the 2023-2031 Housing Element, a state-required plan for meeting housing needs. The council will also nominate a mayor and vice mayor, approve routine consent items, and discuss future agenda items. A closed session is scheduled for a legal liability claim.

• Public hearing on adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Nomination of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Approve check registers dated 11-28-2023 through 12-14-23
• Approve Resolution accepting FY 2022-23 Annual and 5-Year AB 1600 Development Impact Fee Report
• Closed session on Dudrick Claim liability

The Scotts Valley City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 1119.35, approving the 2023-2031 Housing Element and repealing the 2015-2023 element, with CEQA exemption findings. The Council also elected Randy Johnson as Mayor and Derek Timm as Vice Mayor, both by 5-0 votes. The consent agenda was approved, and a liability claim (Dudrick Claim) was denied in closed session.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1119.35 approving the 2023-2031 Housing Element (5-0)
• Elected Randy Johnson as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected Derek Timm as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, check registers, and AB 1600 report (5-0)
• Denied Dudrick Claim in closed session (unanimous)

General

The Scotts Valley Successor Agency of the Redevelopment Agency will meet to approve its administration budget and Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for fiscal year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, along with minutes from prior meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve minutes of 12-21-2022 and 08-16-2023
• Approve Administration Budget for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
• Approve Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025

The Scotts Valley Successor Agency held a brief meeting and approved the consent agenda unanimously (5-0), which included approving prior meeting minutes, the administration budget for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, and the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for the same period. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda with no alterations (5-0)
• Approved Successor Agency minutes of 12-21-2022 and 08-16-2023
• Approved Administration Budget for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
• Approved Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed nine-lot subdivision, an amendment to a planned development permit for covered parking at 310 Coastal Oak Court, and a sign program amendment for Faultline Brewing Company at 262 Mount Hermon Road. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and take public comments.

• Mitigated Negative Declaration (EA22-002) and Land Division Application (LD22-001) for a 9-lot subdivision on 5.71 acres south of Sandraya Heights Road (APN 023-113-36)
• Amendment (PD19-004.1) to modify covered parking requirements for Lot 3 (APN 022-902-26) at 310 Coastal Oak Court
• Amendment to Planned Development Permit (PD22-001) and Design Review Permit (DR22-006) for the Planned Sign Program at 262 Mount Hermon Road (Faultline Brewing Company)
• Approve Planning Commission meeting minutes of 11-16-2023

The Commission recommended City Council approval for a nine-lot subdivision with new road maintenance and landscaping conditions. It also approved a parking requirement modification for a project at 310 Coastal Oak Court and a partial signage increase for the Hangar at Skypark.

• Recommended City Council approve nine-lot subdivision south of Sandraya Heights Road with road maintenance and landscaping conditions (4-0-1)
• Approved modification to eliminate covered parking requirement for Lot 3 at 310 Coastal Oak Court (4-0-1)
• Denied initial request for increased sign area for North and East elevations at the Hangar at Skypark (2-2-1)
• Approved increase for North Elevation sign area only at the Hangar at Skypark and deferred action on East Elevation sign (4-0-1)
• Approved November 16, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Economic Development Committee

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive a business update, discuss the city's brand, and consider future agenda items. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items, and no specific decisions or proposals are detailed.

• Approve meeting minutes of 10-27-2023
• Business update
• Discussion of Scotts Valley's brand
• Future agenda items

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee met on December 8, 2023, and approved the minutes from the October 27, 2023 meeting. Members discussed completed outreach efforts and next steps, as well as next steps for determining Scotts Valley's brand. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes of 10-27-2023 (2-0)

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a recommendation to the City Council to adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element update. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural (call to order, public comment, adjournment).

• Public hearing on recommendation to City Council to adopt 2023-2031 Housing Element update

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element of the General Plan. This action includes a General Plan amendment to repeal the 2015-2023 Housing Element and findings that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

• Approved Resolution No. 1790 recommending adoption of 2023-2031 Housing Element (4-0)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 6, 2023, with a consent agenda that includes approving minutes, a check register, a second reading of an ordinance amending the Arts Commission code, and a resolution to add one Police Officer Trainee. The regular agenda includes future agenda items, and the council will convene in closed session to discuss a liability claim (Nordgreen Claim).

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 170.1 amending Municipal Code Section 02.19.020 regarding the Arts Commission
• Resolution to give authority to add one Police Officer Trainee
• Approve check register dated 11-10-2023 through 11-27-2023
• Approve City Council minutes of 11-15-2023 and Special Meeting minutes of 11-29-2023
• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding Nordgreen Claim (liability)

The Scotts Valley City Council approved the consent agenda with no alterations, which included approving minutes, the check register, an ordinance amendment regarding the Arts Commission, and a resolution to add a Police Officer Trainee. The Council also voted unanimously in closed session to deny the Nordgreen liability claim based on untimeliness and to deny the request to file a late claim.

• Approved consent agenda with no alterations (5-0)
• Approved City Council minutes of 11-15-2023 and Special Meeting minutes of 11-29-2023
• Approved check register dated 11-10-2023 through 11-27-2023
• Adopted Ordinance No. 170.1 amending Municipal Code Section 02.19.020 regarding the Arts Commission
• Approved resolution to add one Police Officer Trainee
• Denied Nordgreen liability claim based on untimeliness and denied request to file late claim (unanimous)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two Planning Commission recommendations: adopting the updated General Plan, certifying its Final Environmental Impact Report, and adopting a statement of overriding considerations; and establishing a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy for evaluating transportation impacts under CEQA. Public comment is limited to in-person attendance, with a 3-minute limit per individual.

• Adoption of Scotts Valley General Plan update and certification of Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR)
• Adoption of statement of overriding considerations for significant and unavoidable impacts
• Establishment of VMT Policy with thresholds, screening criteria, and Transportation Demand Management strategies

The Scotts Valley City Council unanimously adopted an updated General Plan to replace the 1994 plan, certified the Final Environmental Impact Report, and adopted a Statement of Overriding Considerations. Additionally, the Council approved a new Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy with amendments, including the removal of certain parking strategies.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1119.33 for Statement of Overriding Considerations and certified General Plan Final EIR (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1119.34 approving updated General Plan to replace 1994 General Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2041 approving VMT Policy with staff and council amendments (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider recommending adoption of the General Plan Update and a new Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy to the City Council. The General Plan Update includes certifying a Final Environmental Impact Report and adopting a statement of overriding considerations. The VMT policy would establish VMT as the CEQA metric, set thresholds, screening criteria, and Transportation Demand Management strategies. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 12 meeting.

• Recommendation to adopt Scotts Valley General Plan Update and certify FEIR
• Adoption of statement of overriding considerations for significant unavoidable impacts
• Establish VMT as CEQA metric for transportation impacts
• Set VMT thresholds of significance and screening criteria
• Approve October 12, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council adopt the updated Scotts Valley General Plan, including a statement of overriding considerations and certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report. They also voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council approve a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) policy for CEQA transportation impact evaluation. Both items were approved with no public comments.

• Approved recommendation to City Council to adopt updated General Plan (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to City Council to adopt VMT policy (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including October 12, 2023 minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will consider new citywide design standards for multi-unit residential developments. The Council will also vote on purchasing modular buildings for Vine Hill Elementary childcare using federal community project funding.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 16.140 establishing multi-unit residential design standards
• Resolution 2040 to purchase Vine Hill Elementary childcare modular buildings
• Resolution 2039 for CalRecycle grant fund application
• Introduction of Ordinance No. 170.1 regarding the Arts Commission
• Mayor's Proclamations for United Against Hate Week and SVHS Haunted House Team

The Scotts Valley City Council approved Resolution No. 2040 authorizing the $650,000 purchase of the Vine Hill Elementary childcare modular buildings using Congressional Community Project Funding, and approved transferring ownership to the Scotts Valley Unified School District. The council also approved the consent agenda, adopted an ordinance establishing multi-unit residential design standards, and introduced an ordinance amending the Arts Commission bylaws. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution No. 2040 for $650K purchase of Vine Hill modular classrooms and transfer to school district (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign purchase agreement with Wilscott and execute transfer documents (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, check register, Ordinance 16.140 (multi-unit design standards), and resolutions 2038 and 2039 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1666.2 amending Arts Commission Bylaws and introduced Ordinance No. 170.1 (5-0)

Senior Center Board

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board is meeting to receive staff updates, approve prior meeting minutes, elect officers, and discuss the Parks Master Plan update and member survey results. Public comment is limited to non-agendized items.

• Election of officers for the board
• Parks Master Plan update discussion
• Member survey results presentation
• Approval of August 1, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff updates from Recreation Division Manager and Senior Center Coordinator

The Senior Center Board approved the August meeting minutes, removed Lewis Farris and added George Milder and Lisa Bustichi to the agenda's elected officials section, and re-elected Margaret Schraft as Chairperson and Nancy Diaz as Vice Chairperson, both by 5-0 votes with two absent. Staff reported on front door repairs, increased police patrols, online membership payments, and the Parks Master Plan draft at 75% completion. The board discussed survey results showing high satisfaction but noted gaps in member engagement.

• Approved 08-01-23 meeting minutes (5-0-2)
• Removed Lewis Farris, added George Milder and Lisa Bustichi to agenda (5-0-2)
• Re-appointed Margaret Schraft as Chairperson (5-0-2)
• Appointed Nancy Diaz as Vice Chairperson (5-0-2)

Arts Commission

The regularly scheduled November 2, 2023 meeting of the Scotts Valley Arts Commission is cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce an ordinance establishing objective design standards for multi-unit residential development in residential and commercial zones. The council will also consider accepting a $66,385.09 donation for the Skypark Tot Lot Project and approving several routine consent items.

• Introduce Ordinance No. 16.140 amending Title 17 (Zoning) for multi-unit residential design standards
• Accept $66,385.09 donation from Community Advocates of Scotts Valley for Skypark Tot Lot Project
• Approve Contract Change Order No. 1 for $66,385.09 for Skypark Tot Lot Project
• Approve 2024 City Council meeting schedule
• Approve Cooperative Services Agreement with County of Santa Cruz for County Service Area 9C

The City Council unanimously approved a donation and contract change order for the Skypark Tot Lot project to install rubber matting instead of engineered bark. The Council also introduced an ordinance establishing objective design standards for multi-unit residential developments. Additionally, the Council approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, check registers, and committee appointments.

• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, check registers, 2024 meeting schedule, CSA 9C agreement, investment report, and board/commission appointments (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 16.140 amending Title 17 (Zoning) to establish objective design standards for multi-unit residential developments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2036 adopting Multi-Unit Residential Design standards (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2037 accepting a $66,385.09 donation from the Community Advocates of Scotts Valley (5-0)
• Approved Contract Change Order No. 1 of $66,385.09 for the Skypark Tot Lot project to replace engineered bark with pour-in-place rubber matting (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive a business update. Members will also discuss Scotts Valley's brand and identify future agenda items.

• Approval of 06-30-2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of 08-25-2023 meeting minutes
• Business update
• Discussion regarding Scotts Valley's brand

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee approved the meeting minutes from June 30 and August 25, 2023, both by a 2-0 vote. Council Member Timms created a tracking sheet for outreach assignments, and the committee discussed using business conversations to inform Scotts Valley's brand, with a meeting scheduled with CGI about a video project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes of 06-30-2023 (2-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of 08-25-2023 (2-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Scotts Valley Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to receive updates on the Parks Master Plan and the Sky Park Tot Playground installation. The agenda includes approval of the August 17, 2023 meeting minutes and public comment periods. No formal decisions are listed beyond the consent item.

• Parks Master Plan update
• Sky Park Tot Playground installation update
• Approval of 08-17-2023 meeting minutes

The Scotts Valley Parks and Recreation Commission approved the August 17, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0). Staff provided updates on the Parks Master Plan, the Sky Park tot playground construction, and various facility and event updates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 8-17-23 Parks and Recreation Commission minutes (3-0)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will consider declaring emergencies for slides on Bean Creek Road and Green Hills Road, allowing the city manager to contract repairs without standard bidding. They will also review community grant recommendations and a grant submission to the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission. The agenda includes routine consent items like minutes and check registers.

• Resolution declaring emergency for Bean Creek Road slide and authorizing repair agreements
• Resolution declaring emergency for Green Hills Road slide and authorizing repair agreements
• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Community Grant Program recommendations
• Resolution authorizing grant submission to Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission
• Approve check register dated 09-30-2023 through 10-12-2023

The Scotts Valley City Council approved resolutions declaring emergencies for the Bean Creek Road and Green Hills Road slides, authorizing the City Manager to contract for repairs without competitive bidding. The council also approved $50,000 in community grants to 8 organizations and authorized two grant applications for roadway improvements. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Declared emergency for Bean Creek Road slide and authorized City Manager to repair (5-0)
• Declared emergency for Green Hills Road slide and authorized City Manager to repair (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 in Community Grant Program funding for 8 organizations (5-0)
• Authorized submission of two grant applications for Scotts Valley Drive and Mount Hermon Road improvements (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, check register, and emergency resolutions (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance (Title 17) to establish objective design standards for multi-unit residential development in residential and commercial zones. The commission will also consider approving the August 10, 2023 meeting minutes. Public comment is invited.

• Public hearing on AZO23-001: amendment to Municipal Code Title 17 for objective design standards for multi-unit residential development
• Consent agenda: approval of August 10, 2023 meeting minutes

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council introduce an ordinance amending the Municipal Code Title 17 (Zoning) to establish objective design standards for multi-unit residential development in residential and commercial zoning districts. The commission also approved the August 10, 2023 action meeting minutes as part of the consent agenda. No public comments were made during the public hearing on the zoning amendment.

• Recommended ordinance amendment AZO23-001 to City Council (4-0)
• Approved August 10, 2023 action meeting minutes (4-0)

Arts Commission

The regularly scheduled Arts Commission meeting for October 5, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will consider approving a professional services contract with Urban Field Studio for Town Center Master Architecture services, and will also consider accepting $128,750 in AMBAG REAP 2.0 grant funds for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, check registers, an off-site sewer improvement agreement for Polo Heights, and a salary schedule for a Senior Administrative Analyst. The council will also hold a closed session on labor negotiations with police bargaining units.

• Professional Services Contract with Urban Field Studio for Town Center Master Architecture services
• Resolution accepting $128,750 AMBAG REAP 2.0 Local Suballocation Grant Program funds for 6th Cycle Housing Element Update
• Off-Site Improvement Agreement for Sanitary Sewer Improvements on Polo Heights
• Approve salary schedule for Senior Administrative Analyst position
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Police Bargaining Unit and Police Supervisors Association

The City Council approved a professional services contract not to exceed $160,000 with Urban Field Studio for Town Center master architectural services. The Council also approved the consent agenda, which included accepting a $128,750 grant for the Housing Element Update, approving check registers, and adopting a salary schedule for Senior Administrative Analyst. Additionally, the Council approved the September 6, 2023 minutes and an off-site improvement agreement for sanitary sewer improvements on Polo Heights.

• Approved the Consent Agenda with no alterations (5-0)
• Approved City Council minutes of 09-06-2023 (5-0)
• Approved check registers dated 09-01-2023 through 09-14-2023 and 09-15-2023 through 09-29-2023 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution accepting AMBAG REAP 2.0 grant funds of $128,750 for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (5-0)
• Approved Off-Site Improvement Agreement for Sanitary Sewer Improvements on Polo Heights (5-0)
• Approved salary schedule for the position of Senior Administrative Analyst (5-0)
• Approved the Regular Agenda with no alterations (5-0)
• Approved a Professional Services Contract with Urban Field Studio for Town Center Master Architecture services not to exceed $160,000 (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The regularly scheduled September 22, 2023 meeting of the Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Scotts Valley Planning Commission for September 14, 2023, has been cancelled.

Arts Commission

The regularly scheduled Arts Commission meeting for September 7, 2023, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will consider approving agreements related to environmental cleanup at the Town Center site, and will hold a closed session on real property negotiations for the same location. The consent agenda includes routine items such as minutes, check registers, a drainage project contract, and rejection of bids for wastewater inspection.

• Approve agreements for Town Center Site Environmental Clean Up
• Closed session on real property negotiations for Town Center (APNs 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09)
• Sunridge Drive Drainage Improvement Project construction contract award
• Reject all bids for Wastewater Collection System Inspection and Monitoring Program
• Proclamations for Jacob's Heart & Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

The Scotts Valley City Council approved an agreement related to the Town Center Site Environmental Clean Up, including an amendment to extend the repayment period from 15 days to up to one year. The council also approved the consent agenda with no alterations, which included items such as the Sunridge Drive Drainage Improvement Project contract award and the rejection of all bids for the wastewater inspection program. No reportable action was taken during closed session.

• Approved Town Center Site Environmental Clean Up agreement with extended repayment period (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with no alterations (5-0)
• Approved regular agenda with alteration to move closed session prior to regular agenda (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and receive updates on a community video project, local business conditions, and the city's brand. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve meeting minutes of 6-30-2023
• Community video project update (CGI)
• Business update
• Scotts Valley's brand discussion
• Future agenda items

The committee reviewed updates on a community video project and a branding process presentation. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Moved approval of June 30, 2023 meeting minutes to September 22, 2023 meeting

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates to the Parks Master Plan and Recreation Strategic Plan. The meeting includes discussions on tennis and pickleball court rules, off-leash dog management, and a proposed Recreation Code of Conduct.

• Public hearing regarding changes to tennis and pickleball court rules
• Resolution to form an Ad Hoc committee for tennis and pickleball court neighborhood issues
• Discussion of a plan to reduce off-leash dogs in parks
• Consideration of adopting a Recreation Code of Conduct
• Consideration of changing commission meetings to a bi-monthly schedule

The Commission established an ad hoc committee to address neighborhood issues regarding tennis and pickleball courts and adopted a new Recreation Code of Conduct. It also recommended that City Council change Commission meetings to a bi-monthly schedule.

• Approved Resolution 2023-1 to form an ad hoc committee for tennis and pickleball court issues and appointed Commissioners Denger and Sorci-Murray (5-0)
• Adopted the Recreation Code of Conduct (5-0)
• Recommended City Council amend bylaws to move Commission meetings to bi-monthly (4-0-1)
• Approved 4-20-2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 16, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The agenda includes consent items such as approving minutes, check registers, and a response to grand jury reports, plus regular agenda items including letters opposing state bills, a possible subcommittee invitation, a budget appropriation and contract award for a wastewater treatment plant project, and a police camera lease. Public comment is available in person or via Zoom.

• Budget appropriation and contract award to Anderson Pacific Engineering Construction, Inc. for Shaftless Screw Conveyor, WWTP Project No. P23-008
• Police Body & Fleet Camera Lease
• Letters of opposition to Senate Bill 423 and Assembly Bill 309
• Invitation to join Santa Cruz County Subcommittee on Banning Plastic Filtered Tobacco Products
• On-Call Paving and Asphalt Contract Award

The City Council approved several items, including a $360,666.60 five-year lease for police body, fleet cameras, and TASER systems, and awarded a wastewater conveyor contract with $58,000 from reserves. It also directed staff to send opposition letters to two state bills and joined a county subcommittee on banning plastic filtered tobacco products. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved police body, fleet camera, and TASER systems lease for $360,666.60 over five years (5-0)
• Awarded wastewater screw conveyor contract to Anderson Pacific Engineering, with $58,000 from reserves (5-0)
• Directed staff to send letters opposing Senate Bill 423 and Assembly Bill 309 (5-0)
• Joined Santa Cruz County subcommittee on banning plastic filtered tobacco products, appointing CM Timms (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with no alterations (5-0)
• Approved regular agenda with no alterations (5-0)

Successor Agency of the Scotts Valley Redevelopment Agency

The Successor Agency of the Scotts Valley Redevelopment Agency will consider approving two resolutions for enforceable obligation loan agreements with the City of Scotts Valley and its Waste Water Enterprise Fund. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approve Resolution for Enforceable Obligation Loan Agreement with the City of Scotts Valley
• Approve Resolution for Enforceable Obligation Loan Agreement with the City of Scotts Valley Waste Water Enterprise Fund

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a requested variance for a single-family home. The Commission will also review and approve meeting minutes from June 8, 2023.

• Public hearing for a variance (V23-001) to allow a 313.5 square foot addition at 1000 Bethany Drive
• Approval of June 8, 2023, action meeting minutes

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission approved a variance (V23-001) allowing a 313.5 square foot addition to a single-family home in the R-R-2.5 Zoning District at 1000 Bethany Drive (APN 023-341-03). The motion carried 4-0 with Commissioner Mosley absent. The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from the June 8, 2023 meeting, by the same vote. No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Approved variance V23-001 for a 313.5 sq ft addition at 1000 Bethany Drive (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 8, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Arts Commission

The regularly scheduled Arts Commission meeting for August 3, 2023, at 5:00 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine approvals including minutes, check registers, a special tax roll for Community Facilities District 97-1, an investment policy for the 115 Trust, and a lease agreement with Santa Cruz County for the Scotts Valley Library. The regular agenda has only one item: future council agenda items. The council will also convene in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee groups.

• Resolution No. 1596.47 authorizing special tax roll for Scotts Valley Drive CFD 97-1 for FY 2023-24
• Adoption of Investment Policy for 115 Trust
• Lease agreement between City and County of Santa Cruz for Scotts Valley Library
• Resolution No. 1007.36 revising Gann Initiative appropriations and setting FY 2023-24 limits
• Closed session on labor negotiations with SEIU Local 521, Police Bargaining Unit, Police Supervisors Association, Mid-Management Association, and Management/Confidential Group

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included several resolutions, lease agreements, and professional service awards. A scheduled public hearing for the Community Development Block Grant program was cancelled due to changes in state eligibility criteria.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1596.47 for Community Facilities District 97-1 special tax roll
• Approved Resolution No. 514.19 amending the Conflict of Interest Code
• Approved Resolution No. 1007.36 regarding Gann Initiative appropriations
• Approved lease agreement with County of Santa Cruz for Scotts Valley Library
• Approved Investment Policy for 115 Trust
• Awarded Professional Services Agreement to Environmental Innovations
• Awarded equipment purchase quote to Insight

Senior Center Board

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board is meeting to discuss a recommendation to amend the Senior Center Advisory Commission Bylaws, along with receiving a resignation and approving prior minutes. The agenda is mostly routine, with the bylaws amendment as the only substantive item.

• Consider recommendation to amend Senior Center Advisory Commission Bylaws
• Receive resignation letter from Director Lewis Ferris
• Approve minutes from 05-02-2023
• Public comment period for non-agendized items

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board voted 5-0 to amend its bylaws to address interim vacancies, off-cycle officer appointments, and meeting frequency, and will present the changes to City Council for approval. The board also approved the consent agenda, including minutes from May 2, 2023, and accepted a resignation letter from Director Lewis Ferris. No subcommittees were formed, and future agenda items were set for the bocce roof and court projects and committee formation.

• Approved amended bylaws (5-0) to add interim vacancy language, off-cycle officer appointment process, and bi-monthly meetings
• Approved consent agenda (5-0) including May 2, 2023 minutes and resignation letter from Director Lewis Ferris
• No subcommittees formed after discussion
• Set future agenda items for bocce roof and court projects and committee formation

Economic Development Committee

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from May 26, 2023, and discuss several items including a community video project, a business update, and Scotts Valley's brand. The agenda also includes a public comment period and a section for future agenda items.

• Approve meeting minutes of 05-26-2023
• Community video project
• Business update
• Scotts Valley's brand
• Future agenda items

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from its May 26, 2023 meeting. Members also discussed the community video project, business outreach strategies, and the process for determining the city's brand, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved meeting minutes of 05-26-2023 (2-0)

General

The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint special meeting to review the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update. This review is being conducted in preparation for submittal to the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).

• 6th Cycle Housing Element Update Review for HCD Submittal

The Scotts Valley City Council and Planning Commission held a joint special meeting to review the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update before its submittal to HCD. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the item was presented and discussed, with public comments received. The meeting adjourned without action.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will meet to consider a transfer agreement for a modular building at Brook Knoll Elementary School. The Council will also enter a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding real property negotiations for Town Center.

• Approval of transfer agreement for modular building at Brook Knoll Elementary School
• Contract award for Cloud-Based Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) system
• Closed session regarding real property negotiations for APNS: 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09 (Town Center)

The City Council approved a transfer agreement for a modular building located at Brook Knoll Elementary School. The Council also authorized a $59,000 contribution toward repairs for the building and granted the City Manager authority to sign the agreement.

• Approved transfer agreement for Brook Knoll modular building (5-0)
• Approved $59,000 contribution for modular building repairs (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign transfer agreement (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will hold public hearings on a time extension for the Bay Village Planned Development on Erba Lane, and on maintenance assessment districts for Skypark Open Space and Pinewood Estates. The council will also consider adopting the FY 2023-24 budget, a pension trust, and a facility use policy, among other items.

• Approve FY 2023-24 Annual Budget (Resolution 630.43) and related appropriations
• Public hearing on time extension for 10-lot subdivision on Erba Lane (APNs 022-481-18, -22)
• Public hearing on Skypark Open Space Maintenance Assessment District No.1
• Public hearing on Pinewood Estates Landscape Maintenance Assessment District
• Adopt Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension 115 Trust and appoint City Manager as plan administrator

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023-24 annual budget, salary schedules, and a minimum reserve policy. The council also authorized a $2 million transfer to a new OPEB/Pension 115 Trust and approved a Non-Profit Facility Use Policy.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Annual Budget and related appropriations (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 Classification and Salary Schedules (5-0)
• Approved continued collection of Utility Users Tax for FY 2023-24 (5-0)
• Approved minimum reserve policy for certain funds (5-0)
• Ratified appointment of Steve Simonovich to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved two-year time extension for Bay Village Planned Development (5-0)
• Approved assessments for Skypark and Pinewood Estates maintenance districts (5-0)
• Authorized $2M transfer to OPEB/Pension 115 Trust (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regularly scheduled Parks and Recreation Commission meeting for June 15, 2023, at 6:00 PM is cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a use permit for a 2,000-square-foot Korean martial arts studio at 5276 Scotts Valley Drive. The commission will also discuss the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for General Plan consistency and consider approving minutes from the April 13, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on Use Permit U23-001 for a Korean martial arts studio at 5276 Scotts Valley Drive (APN 022-042-05)
• Discussion of Five-Year CIP and General Plan consistency
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 13, 2023

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission approved a use permit for a 2,000-square-foot Korean martial arts studio at 5276 Scotts Valley Drive, and also approved a resolution recommending the City Council adopt the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program. Both items passed 3-0 with one absence. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments.

• Approved Use Permit U23-001 for Korean martial arts studio at 5276 Scotts Valley Drive (3-0, Gentile absent)
• Approved resolution recommending City Council adopt FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program (3-0, Gentile absent)
• Approved consent agenda including April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0, Gentile absent)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will hold public hearings on the Measure D Five-Year Plan and SB1 projects, and discuss the FY 2023-2024 proposed budget and long-range financial forecasts. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, check registers, a military equipment use policy renewal, a road rehabilitation contract, a public works building purchase agreement, and acceptance of a sidewalk easement. The council will also hold public meetings on the Skypark and Pinewood Estates assessment districts, and convene in closed session for existing litigation.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 200.1 AB 481 Military Equipment Use policy renewal
• Bean Creek Road Rehabilitation: Contract Award
• Public Works Building: Purchase Agreement
• Public Hearing: Measure D Five-Year Plan
• FY 2023-2024 Proposed Budget and Long-Range Financial Forecasts

The Scotts Valley City Council approved the consent agenda, adopted resolutions for the Measure D five-year program of projects and the SB1-funded project list, and held public meetings on assessment districts and the pavement management program. The council also discussed the FY 2023-2024 proposed budget and gave direction to staff. No substantive decisions were made on the budget or pavement program beyond discussion.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0, Johnson absent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1923.6 for Measure D five-year program (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1946.5 for SB1 project list (5-0)
• Approved regular agenda (4-0, Johnson absent)

Arts Commission

The regularly scheduled Arts Commission meeting for June 1, 2023, at 5:00 PM has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Economic Development Committee

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is meeting to approve minutes from April 28, 2023, receive a business update, and discuss the city's brand. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items only; no formal decisions or contracts are listed.

• Approve meeting minutes of 04-28-2023
• Business update
• Discussion of Scotts Valley's brand
• Future agenda items

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee approved the April 28, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0). Members discussed business outreach strategies and next steps in the city's branding process. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 28, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss department updates and the 5-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget. The meeting includes discussions regarding Skypark courts and updates on the Parks Master Plan.

• 5-Year CIP Budget Review
• Adopting Resolution for Skypark Courts
• Skypark Bocce Court Roof Senior Center Board recommendation
• Parks Master Plan & Recreation Strategic Plan Update
• Siltanen Pool Operator Update

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will consider several items, including a resolution supporting state funding for Family Resource Centers, an update on the Pavement Management Program, and the draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2023-2028. They will also review the AB 481 Military Equipment Use Annual Report and consider renewing the Military Use Policy, along with the 2022 Police Department Annual Activity Report. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, a check register, a road closure for the 4th of July Parade, and an Arts Commission appointment.

• Resolution No. 2026 supporting state funding for Family Resource Centers
• Draft Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2023-2024 to FY 2027-2028
• AB 481 Military Equipment Use Annual Report and Ordinance Renewing the Military Use Policy
• 2022 Scotts Valley Police Department Annual Activity Report
• Road closure resolution for the City's 4th of July Parade

The Scotts Valley City Council approved Resolution No. 2026 supporting state funding for Family Resource Centers, renewed the military equipment use policy (Ordinance No. 22-200.1) and approved acquisition of two rifles, and received the 2022 Police Department Annual Activity Report. The Pavement Management Program Update was pulled from the agenda and will be considered at a future meeting. The council also approved the consent agenda and the regular agenda as amended.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2026 supporting state funding for Family Resource Centers (5-0)
• Renewed Ordinance No. 22-200.1 (military equipment use policy) and approved acquisition of two rifles (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, check register, 4th of July parade road closure, and Arts Commission appointment (5-0)
• Approved regular agenda as amended, pulling Pavement Management Update for future consideration (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for May 11, 2023, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Arts Commission

The Scotts Valley Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to receive updates on the public art inventory, the Siltanen Maintenance Building mural, and other announcements. The agenda includes consent approval of prior minutes and public comment time. No major decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily for updates and discussion.

• Public Art Inventory update
• Siltanen Maintenance Building Mural update
• Arts Commissioner update
• Approval of April 6, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Public comment period

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will consider a request to display the Pride flag from June 1-30, 2023, and discuss future agenda items. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and check registers, plus a proclamation declaring May 6, 2023 as Multicultural Fair Day.

• Consider request to display Pride flag for Pride Month (June 1-30, 2023)
• Approve meeting minutes of 04-19-2023
• Approve check registers dated 04-20-2023 and 04-27-2023
• Mayor's proclamation declaring May 6, 2023 Multicultural Fair Day

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to approve the March 31, 2023 minutes, receive a business update, and discuss Scotts Valley's brand. This is a regular working session with no major decisions expected.

• Approve meeting minutes of 03-31-2023
• Business update
• Discussion of Scotts Valley's brand

The committee approved the minutes from the March 31, 2023 meeting. Members discussed business updates, city branding taglines, and the potential addition of a volunteer to the subcommittee.

• Approved Regular Agenda (2-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of 03-31-2023 (2-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing to gather information on pickleball usage at Skypark Tennis Courts, addressing complaints about noise, parking, and duration of play. They will also receive updates on the Parks Master Plan and Recreation Strategic Plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and staff updates.

• Public input on Skypark pickleball court usage and impacts
• Parks Master Plan and Recreation Strategic Plan update
• Approval of March 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff updates on department and division activities

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will hear a presentation from Dientes Community Dental on oral health needs in Santa Cruz County, and will consider several routine consent agenda items including approval of meeting minutes, check registers, Senior Center Bylaws update, and the annual Investment Policy review. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Dientes Community Dental presentation by CEO Laura Marcus on oral health needs
• Approve check registers dated 04-06-2023 and 04-12-2023
• Adopt resolution approving Senior Center Organization Bylaws update
• Adopt resolution approving annual review of City Investment Policy
• Approve minutes of 04-05-2023 special closed session, joint special meeting, and regular meeting

The Scotts Valley City Council approved the consent agenda, which included adopting resolutions for the Senior Center Organization Bylaws update and the annual review of the City's Investment Policy. The vote was 4-0-1, with Mayor Jack Dilles absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and public comments.

• Approved consent agenda including Senior Center Bylaws update and Investment Policy review (4-0-1)

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a use permit for a 4,936 square-foot veterinary clinic in an existing commercial office building at 4788 Scotts Valley Drive. The project is in the Commercial-Service zoning district. Public comments can be submitted in writing or made at the meeting, which is available in person and via Zoom.

• Use permit for Coast Veterinary clinic, 4,936 sq ft, at 4788 Scotts Valley Drive (APN 022-091-51)
• Applicant: Cori Phinn; property owner: Bailey Investments LLC
• Located in Commercial-Service (C-S) zoning district
• Public hearing with in-person and Zoom participation options

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a use permit for a 4,936-square-foot veterinary clinic in an existing commercial building at 4788 Scotts Valley Drive. The applicant plans to relocate and consolidate two existing clinics to this site. Staff recommends approval subject to conditions. The agenda also includes approval of the March 9, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Use Permit U22-010 for Coast Veterinary Clinic at 4788 Scotts Valley Drive (APN 022-091-51)
• Veterinary clinic would operate Monday-Saturday 8 AM-5 PM, with up to 8 overnight hospitalized patients
• Applicant: Cori Phinn; Property Owner: Bailey Investments, LLC
• Consent agenda: approve minutes from March 9, 2023 meeting

Senior Center Board

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board is holding a special meeting to review and potentially approve revised bylaws drafted by the City Attorney, which are required for compliance as a City Advisory Body. The board will also receive updates on the Parks Master Plan, a proposed Bocce Court roof, and the Senior Center Coordinator's report. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Review and recommend approval of revised Senior Center Board Bylaws to send to City Council
• Update on Parks Master Plan (last updated 1996)
• Discussion of Bocce Court roof project at Skypark
• Senior Center Coordinator report on programs and events
• Approve minutes of March 7, 2023 special meeting

Arts Commission

The Scotts Valley Arts Commission is meeting to discuss creating a mural policy and introducing a mural at the Siltanen Park Pool & Playground maintenance shed. They will also welcome new commissioners, get updates on the poetry contest, and hear announcements. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment time.

• Discussion of Mural Policy creation process and potential mural at Siltanen Park Pool & Playground maintenance shed
• Welcome new commissioners
• Poetry contest update
• Approval of March 2, 2023 special meeting minutes

The Arts Commission voted to begin a mural policy creation process in 2023 and directed staff to return with a draft policy this summer. They also approved a new mural installation at the Siltanen Pool playground maintenance shed. The commission postponed the 2023 Poetry Contest to 2024. All motions carried 5-0.

• Approved motion to begin mural policy creation process and direct staff to return with draft policy (5-0)
• Approved new mural installation at Siltanen Pool playground maintenance shed (5-0)
• Approved rescheduling Poetry Contest from 2023 to 2024 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2023 regular meeting (3-0, two abstentions)

City Council

The City Council will hold a regular meeting to review consent agenda items and discuss future agenda topics. The council will also convene in a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Ratification of Arts Commission appointments for Bernadette J. Jestrabek and Katherine Rathe
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 15, 2023
• Approval of check registers from March 16, 22, 27, and 30, 2023
• Closed session regarding County of Santa Cruz, et al., v. Purdue Pharma L.P., et al.

The Scotts Valley City Council unanimously voted to join the opioid settlement in County of Santa Cruz v. Purdue Pharma and assigned the settlement funding to the County for programs consistent with the settlement, subject to input from city staff. The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes, check registers, and Arts Commission appointments. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included committee reports and a closed session.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, check registers, and Arts Commission appointments (5-0)
• Voted unanimously to join opioid settlement in County of Santa Cruz v. Purdue Pharma
• Voted unanimously to assign settlement funding to County for programs, subject to city staff input

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint special meeting to discuss strategies for the 6th Cycle Housing Element, which must be adopted by December 2023. The city must identify sites to accommodate its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 1,220 housing units, a significant increase from the previous cycle's 140 units. Staff will present potential candidate sites and zoning amendments to meet the state-mandated housing targets.

• Discussion of 6th Cycle Housing Element and strategies to address RHNA of 1,220 housing units
• Review of pipeline projects (369 units) and projected ADUs (20 units) as housing capacity strategies
• Consideration of rezoning Opportunity Areas to allow 40 dwelling units per acre
• Analysis of existing zoning capacity including Town Center Specific Plan (250 units)
• State law updates and potential consequences of non-compliance, including Builder's Remedy and fines

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint special meeting to review potential candidate sites and strategies for the 6th Cycle Housing Element. The session consisted of a presentation by Kimley-Horn and public comments; no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council is meeting in a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations for three parcels (APNs 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09) in the Town Center area. The agenda includes only this closed session item, with no open-session business other than a report on any action taken. This is a procedural meeting focused on legal and property matters.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54956.8 for real property negotiations
• Properties: APNs 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09 (Town Center)
• Staff present: City Manager, City Attorney, Administrative Services Director

The Scotts Valley City Council met in special closed session to discuss real property negotiations for the Town Center parcels (APNs 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09). After reconvening, the mayor reported no action was taken. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Convened to closed session for real property negotiations (Town Center)
• Reconvened to open session with no reportable action

Economic Development Committee

The Scotts Valley Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss an overview of economic development goals and a presentation on business license modernization. The agenda also includes a public comment period and a discussion of future agenda items. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Economic Development goals overview
• Business License modernization presentation
• Future Agenda Items discussion

The committee discussed operational goals and strategies for business outreach and branding. A presentation was given on restructuring the City's business license program, noting that any tax structure changes would require voter approval in November 2024.

• Approved Regular Agenda (2-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider establishing a one-year Ad Hoc Committee on ADA accessibility in parks, introduce a discussion on mixed-use pickleball and tennis courts with an action plan for April, and receive updates on the Parks Master Plan and Recreation Strategic Plan, including an April outreach calendar. The agenda also includes routine items like approving February meeting minutes and staff updates.

• Resolution to create ADA in Parks Ad Hoc Committee (1 member, 1-year term)
• Discussion of pickleball & tennis mixed-use court rules and April action plan
• Parks Master Plan & Recreation Strategic Plan update with April outreach calendar
• Approval of February 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Future agenda: 5-Year CIP Budget and Siltanen Pool Operator update in April

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will hear a presentation on the Housing Element, discuss a Streetlight Banner Policy, and consider extending the City's Declaration of Local Emergency. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, check registers, a police union MOU amendment, a disability retirement resolution, and a referral to review pickleball impacts at Skypark Tennis Courts. The council will also meet in closed session for real property negotiations and potential litigation.

• Housing Element Overview Presentation
• Streetlight Banner Policy discussion
• Extension of the City's Declaration of Local Emergency
• Approve Amendment to MOU with Police Supervisors Association and Police Bargaining Unit
• Closed session: real property negotiations (APNs 022-721-07, 022-721-08, 022-721-09, Town Center)

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Use Permit for Saison Wine Bar and Cellar, a proposed 1,977-square-foot wine bar and cellar with on-site seating, located in the Kings Village shopping center. The project is in the Shopping Center Commercial (CS-C) zone. The commission will decide whether to approve the permit.

• Use Permit application U22-008 for a wine bar and cellar at 222 Mount Hermon Road, Suite 1 (APN 022-601-18)
• 1,977 square feet of space with seating for on-site consumption
• Applicant: Mark Bright; Property Owner: Ow Commercial
• Public hearing scheduled for March 9, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers or via Zoom

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two use permits: renewing a cellular facility at 2980 El Rancho Road and establishing a wine bar and cellar at 222 Mount Hermon Road, Suite I. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items and public comment periods.

• Renewal of Use Permit U22-006 for a 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Road, extending permits U99-003 and U02-020.2 for 10 years
• New Use Permit U22-008 for a 1,977 sq ft wine bar and cellar at 222 Mount Hermon Road, Suite I
• Approval of minutes from January 19, 2023 meeting
• Public comment on items not on the agenda

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider renewing a Use Permit for the continued operation of an existing 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive (APN 024-222-08). The applicant is Crown Castle, and the property owner is SVMC Properties, LLC. The commission will decide whether to approve the renewal for the wireless facility located in a Commercial Professional zone.

• Renewal of Use Permit U22-006 for existing cellular facility
• 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive
• Applicant: Crown Castle; Property Owner: SVMC Properties, LLC
• Public hearing scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on March 9, 2023

Senior Center Board

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board is holding a special meeting to review and potentially approve revised bylaws as redlined by the City Attorney, which are required for compliance as a City advisory body. The board will also hear a presentation on a proposed bocce court roof from the Skypark Bocce Club and receive updates from the Public Works Director and Senior Center Coordinator. The agenda includes approval of the February 7, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Review and recommendation of Senior Center Board Bylaws revisions from City Attorney
• Bocce Court Roof presentation by Skypark Bocce Club
• Parks and Recreation Report Update from Public Works Director Lamm
• Senior Center Coordinator Report by D. Croskrey
• Approve minutes of February 7, 2023 special meeting

The Senior Center Board approved the minutes from their February 7, 2023, meeting. The board tabled the approval of updated bylaws to the April meeting to allow for further review. Additionally, the board voted to continue discussing the Skypark Bocce Club's roof proposal to develop a recommendation for the City Council or Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Approved February 7, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Tabled bylaws approval to April meeting
• Continued agenda item for Skypark Bocce court roof proposal (6-0)

Joint City of Scotts Valley/Scotts Valley Unified School District Committee

The Scotts Valley City/School District Joint Committee is meeting to discuss several items of mutual interest, including an update on childcare programs and facilities, the School Resource Officer, potential revenue measures, a technology project for the City Council Chamber, and planning for the 2023 Multicultural Fair. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion and updates.

• Childcare program and facilities update
• School Resource Officer discussion
• Revenue measures discussion
• City Council Chamber technology project
• 2023 Multicultural Fair planning update

Arts Commission

The Scotts Valley Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to review and identify known photos for the public art inventory, and to hear announcements and updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Review and identification of known photos for the Public Art Inventory
• Announcements and updates from staff and commissioners
• Consent agenda: approval of February 16, 2023 special meeting minutes

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will receive the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Mid-Year Financial Report, including proposed budget amendments and preparation for the 2023-2024 budget. They will also consider wastewater treatment plant SCADA/PLC and computer system upgrades, and approve the Housing Element Annual Progress Report for submittal to the state. The agenda includes a presentation from Central Coast Community Energy and routine consent items.

• Receive FY 2022-2023 Mid-Year Financial Report and proposed budget amendments
• Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA/PLC and computer system upgrades
• Approve Housing Element Annual Progress Report for submittal to HCD
• Approve letter opposing Initiative No. 21-0042A1 (Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act)
• Central Coast Community Energy annual member agency presentation

The Scotts Valley City Council approved the Consent Agenda, accepted the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Mid-Year Financial Report, amended the annual budget, and adopted guiding principles for the next budget cycle. The Council also authorized a contract up to $562,243 for wastewater treatment plant computer and SCADA/PLC upgrades, and approved submitting the 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.

• Approved Consent Agenda including meeting minutes, check registers, and a letter opposing Initiative No. 21-0042A1 (5-0)
• Approved Regular Agenda (5-0)
• Accepted Fiscal Year 2022-23 Mid-Year Financial Report through December 31, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 630.42.1 Amending the FY 2022-23 Annual Budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 630.42.2 Adopting Guiding Budget Principles for the FY 2023-24 Annual Budget (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with Sycal Engineering for Computer and Software and SCADA/PLC Upgrades Project up to $562,243 including contingency (5-0)
• Approved submittal of the 2022 Annual Progress Report to HCD and OPR (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Scotts Valley Parks & Recreation Commission meets to receive staff updates on Shugart Park, review tennis court rules, and discuss progress on the Parks Master Plan and Recreation Strategic Plan. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Shugart Park status update
• Tennis Court current rules review
• Parks Master Plan & Recreation Strategic Plan Update
• Introduction of new Recreation Coordinator Allison Pfefferkorn
• Public comment on tennis court incident and rules

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved a motion to direct staff to hold a public meeting to formally expand tennis court rules, adding a 20-minute single-player practice limit and extending singles/doubles play time from 30 to 60 minutes. The commission also approved the December 16, 2022 meeting minutes with a grammatical revision. Staff updates covered hiring, a facility assessment RFP, and the 4th of July parade plan.

• Approved December 16, 2022 meeting minutes with grammatical revision (5-0)
• Directed staff to hold public meeting to expand tennis court rules: 20-min single practice, 60-min play max (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for February 16, 2023, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Arts Commission

The Scotts Valley Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, review the poetry contest calendar and budget, discuss the 2023 website plan, and work on the public art inventory. The agenda is mostly routine business with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Poetry contest calendar review and budget approval
• Website discussion for 2023 plan
• Public Art Inventory Adhoc review of known photos

The Arts Commission approved a $500 donation for the Multicultural Fair and a $1,797 budget for the "Verse in the Valley" poetry contest. Commissioners also elected a new Chair and Vice-Chair and voted to recommend the "Scotts Valley Heartlocks" public art project to the City Council. Other agenda items, including the public art inventory, were tabled for future discussion.

• Allocated $500 to the Multicultural Fair (3-0)
• Appointed Barbara Mendenhall as Chair (3-0)
• Appointed Val Rebhahn as Vice-Chair (3-0)
• Approved $1,797 budget for Verse in the Valley poetry contest (3-0)
• Tabled public art identification discussion (3-0)
• Recommended Scotts Valley Heartlocks project to City Council (3-0)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will discuss and likely approve the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Strategic Goals, Mission, Vision, and Values statements. They will also review the 2023 4th of July event budget and staff recommendations. The meeting includes routine approvals and a public hearing on a CDBG contract closeout.

• Approve FY 2023-24 Strategic Goals and Mission, Vision, Values statements
• Review City-hosted 4th of July event budget and staff recommendations for 2023
• Public Hearing for CDBG Contract 20-CDBG-SV2-3-00291 (close-out documents)

The City Council approved the 2023-2024 strategic goals and mission, vision, and values statements. Additionally, the Council voted to host only a daytime 4th of July parade for the 2023 Independence Day celebration, allocating $26,000 for the event. The Council also directed staff to close out a CDBG economic development grant and voted to join an amicus brief regarding a public health lawsuit.

• Approved 2023-2024 strategic goals and mission/vision/values (5-0)
• Approved $26,000 budget for 4th of July parade only (4-1)
• Directed staff to submit CDBG contract close-out documents (5-0)
• Voted to join amicus brief in Grant Park Association v. CDPH (5-0)

Senior Center Board

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board is holding a special meeting to review a draft Recreation Code of Conduct that would apply to all city parks and facilities, including the Senior Center. The board will also receive updates on bylaws, staff training, and the Senior Center Coordinator's report. The code of conduct is being proposed to address behavioral issues, including those involving unhoused individuals and people with mental illness.

• Review of draft Recreation Code of Conduct for all city parks and facilities
• Bylaws approval update
• Staff and volunteer front desk training on mental health and difficult customers
• Senior Center Coordinator report
• Approval of January 3, 2023 special meeting minutes

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board approved a draft Recreation Division Code of Conduct with member suggestions and supported a public meeting to implement it. The Board also approved the January 3, 2023 meeting minutes and discussed items including facility rentals, bylaws, and bocce court improvements.

• Approved January 3, 2023 Senior Board of Directors meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved draft Code of Conduct with Board member Farris's suggestions and support for a public meeting (4-0)
• Added "Bocce Court Roof" to a future meeting agenda
• Added "Senior Center Rental Issues" to the agenda as item 2a

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will elect a chair and vice chair, review the 2023 Poetry Contest calendar, and discuss a website update. Commissioners are asked to lead planning for a revived community poetry contest with a $1,797 budget, including stipends and event logistics at the Scotts Valley Performing Arts Center.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• 2023 Poetry Contest calendar review with $1,797 budget (15 winners at $50 each, press ads, poetry book printing)
• Website discussion for 2023 plan

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 1, 2023, with a consent agenda that includes the second reading and adoption of two ordinances to rezone a 3.56-acre parcel at Mt. Hermon Road and Glen Canyon Road for a mixed-use development with 24,973 sq. ft. of commercial space, eight townhomes, and 44 apartments. The council will also approve meeting minutes, check registers, and discuss future agenda items. A closed session is scheduled for the City Manager's annual performance evaluation.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 16-ZC-232 to change zoning on Lot 1 from Service Commercial (C-S) to Medium High Residential (R-M-6)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 16-ZC-233 approving planned development overlay (PD18-002) for mixed-use development at Mt. Hermon Road and Glen Canyon Road/APN 022-162-76
• Approve check registers dated 01-19-2023 and 01-26-2023
• Approve City Council meeting minutes of 12-07-2022 and 01-18-2023
• Closed session for City Manager annual performance evaluation

The Scotts Valley City Council approved the consent agenda, which included the second reading and adoption of ordinances to rezone a 3.56-acre parcel at Mt. Hermon Road and Glen Canyon Road from Service Commercial to Medium High Residential and approve a planned development overlay for a mixed-use project with commercial space, eight townhomes, and 44 apartments. The council also approved the regular agenda and went into closed session to discuss the City Manager's performance evaluation, with no reportable action.

• Approved consent agenda including zoning change and planned development overlay (5-0)
• Approved regular agenda (5-0)
• Convened closed session for City Manager performance evaluation
• Reported no action taken in closed session

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special study session to discuss the Strategic Plan for 2023. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda.

• Study session on the 2023 Strategic Plan

The City Council conducted a special study session focused on strategic planning and departmental updates. The meeting consisted of presentations and discussions; no formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special study session to discuss the Strategic Plan for 2023. This is a discussion-only item, with no formal action expected. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including roll call and public comment.

• Study session on Strategic Plan 2023

The City Council conducted a special study session focused on strategic planning and departmental updates. The meeting consisted of presentations and discussions; no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 19, 2023, to consider a renewal application for an existing 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive. The facility operates under a Use Permit in a Commercial Professional zone, and the applicant is Crown Castle with property owner SVMC Properties, LLC.

• Renewal of Use Permit U22-006 for 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive
• Public hearing scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on January 19, 2023, in Council Chambers or via Zoom

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regularly scheduled Parks and Recreation Commission meeting for January 19, 2023, at 6pm has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to renew a 10-year use permit for an existing 58-foot cellular monopole at 2980 El Rancho Drive. The facility, operated by Crown Castle, currently supports AT&T and Sprint antennas and is located in a Commercial Professional zone. The meeting will also consider a new 1,124 sq ft Jersey Mike’s Subs restaurant at 235A Mount Hermon Road.

• Renewal of Use Permit U22-006 for cellular facility at 2980 El Rancho Drive (58-foot monopole)
• New Use Permit U22-009 for Jersey Mike’s Subs (1,124 sq ft) at 235A Mount Hermon Road
• Public hearing on cellular facility renewal with one comment received via email
• Staff recommends approval of cellular facility renewal
• Project exempt from CEQA under Class 3 (Section 15303)

Planning Commission

The Scotts Valley Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a use permit application for a Jersey Mike's Subs restaurant at 235A Mount Hermon Road. The proposal is for a 1,124 square foot restaurant with seating for on-site consumption in the Scotts Village shopping center. The commission will decide whether to approve the permit.

• Use permit for Jersey Mike's Subs at 235A Mount Hermon Road (APN 021-221-05)
• 1,124 square foot restaurant with seating in Scotts Village shopping center
• Applicant: Brett Johanson / SLV Select, LP; Property owner: Scotts Village LLC
• Public hearing scheduled for January 19, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving Resolution No. 2022, which ratifies the City Manager's January 14 proclamation of a local emergency due to the December 2022 and January 2023 atmospheric river winter storms. The resolution also designates the City Manager as Director of Civil Defense and Disaster. The storms caused flooding, downed trees, power outages, retaining wall failures, and mudslides, including a second mudslide on Green Hills Road that closed the roadway. Damage estimates exceed $75,000, and the emergency will remain in effect until terminated by the Council.

• Resolution No. 2022 declaring a local emergency for atmospheric river winter storms
• Ratifies City Manager's January 14 emergency proclamation
• Names City Manager as Director of Civil Defense and Disaster
• Damage estimates exceed $75,000
• Green Hills Road closed due to second mudslide

The Scotts Valley City Council held a special meeting on January 18, 2023, and unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2022, declaring a local emergency related to the atmospheric river winter storms. The resolution also names the City Manager as the Director of Civil Defense and Disaster. The vote was 5-0 in favor.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022 declaring a local emergency for winter storms (5-0)
• Named City Manager as Director of Civil Defense and Disaster (5-0)

City Council

The Scotts Valley City Council is meeting to approve routine items on the consent agenda, including minutes, check registers, appointments, and resolutions. The regular agenda is limited to future agenda items, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approve check registers totaling $357,864.31 for 12/22/2022 and other dates
• Adopt Resolution No. 2021 ratifying 2022 Fire Code amendments
• Adopt Resolution No. 1955.24 approving salary schedules for Assistant and Associate Planner positions
• Ratify appointments of Nancy Diaz and Anna Pissanetzky to Senior Center Board
• Approve 2023 interjurisdictional committee and liaison appointments

The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included 2023 committee and board appointments and updated salary schedules for planning positions. The council also ratified appointments to the Senior Center Board and adopted fire code amendments.

• Approved 2023 Interjurisdictional Committee, Commission, Board, and Council appointments (5-0)
• Ratified appointments of Nancy Diaz and Anna Pissanetzky to the Senior Center Board (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021 ratifying 2022 Fire Code amendments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 1955.24 approving Salary Schedules for Assistant Planner and Associate Planner (5-0)
• Approved check registers for 12-22-2022, 01-05-2023, and 01-12-2023 (5-0)
• Approved City Council minutes of 12-21-2022 (5-0)

Arts Commission

The Scotts Valley Arts Commission will discuss creating an Ad Hoc Subcommittee for a Public Art Inventory, set the 2023 Poetry Contest timeframe, and plan future meetings and the 2023 look ahead. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or contracts.

• Ad Hoc Subcommittee creation and appointment for Public Art Inventory
• 2023 Poetry Contest timeframe discussion
• Future meeting dates and Council Chambers availability discussion
• 2023 Look Ahead
• Election of Officers – Chair & Vice Chair (future agenda item)

Senior Center Board

The Scotts Valley Senior Center Board will hold a special meeting to discuss updates to its bylaws, the Meals on Wheels service, and the center's operating hours. The board will also hear a report from the Senior Center Coordinator. The agenda includes only discussion items, with no final decisions scheduled.

• Update to Bylaws discussion
• Meals on Wheels service discussion
• Senior Center hours discussion
• Senior Center Coordinator Report

The Board recommended the final draft of bylaw revisions for approval. Discussions were held regarding Meals on Wheels partnerships and Senior Center operating hours, but no actions were taken on those items.

• Approved meeting minutes from 09-12-22 (4-0)
• Recommended bylaws as drafted (5-0)