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NB 1. Adoption and Funding of the YardSmart Lancaster Program
COUNCIL REPORTS
Recommendation(s):
1. Approve the establishment and initial General Fund allocation for the YardSmart
Lancaster Program, a citywide beautification and water-conservation initiative designed to
assist property owners in converting front-yard turf into drought-tolerant, low-maintenance
landscaping.
2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to authorize and sign all documents related to
the program.
YardSmart Lancaster is a City-funded beautification and water-conservation initiative created
to support Lancaster’s sustainability, water-efficiency, and neighborhood revitalization goals.
The program provides direct grants to property owners to replace water-intensive turf with
drought-tolerant landscapes, improving curb appeal while encouraging voluntary compliance
with City landscaping and property maintenance standards. The program is designed to be
proactive rather than punitive, offering financial and technical assistance to help bring visible
properties into compliance while enhancing neighborhood aesthetics. |
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CC 9. Site Plan Review (SPR) 22-01 - Acceptance of Improvements (Sewer)
Recommendation(s):
Approve the following developer-installed sanitary sewer and accept the sewer for
maintenance by the City and for public use:
Project No. Private Contract No. Location/Owner
Site Plan Review No. 22-01 85-61 20th Street West and Avenue K
(APN: 3129-016-066)
Owner: FRE Lancaster SS, LLC
The listed sanitary sewer has been constructed and completed by the developer in accordance
with the approved plans and specifications. The work has been inspected and found to be
satisfactory by the Director of Public Works. |
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CC 8. Site Plan Review (SPR) 22-01 - Acceptance of Improvements (Water)
Recommendation(s):
Approve the completed water system installed by the developer for the following project:
Project Location/Owner
SPR No. 22-01 20th Street West and Avenue K (APN: 3129-016-066)
Owner: FRE Lancaster SS, LLC
Water system improvements are approved by the City in order to exonerate the Developer’s
Undertaking Agreement and release improvement securities. The water system for this
project has been constructed and completed to the satisfaction of the local water purveyor,
Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40-04, Antelope Valley, and was constructed
according to the approved plans and specifications. Additionally, the work has been inspected
and found to be satisfactory by the Director of Public Works. |
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CC 7. National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Grant Acceptance
Recommendation(s):
A. Accept the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) grant award in the amount
of up to $4,500 for the Walk with Ease project to the revenue account SHAPR
NRPA.FEDOTHER 30062600-4998.
B. Appropriate funds in the amount of up to $4,500 to the expenditure account to SHAPR
NRPA.MISCGRANT 30062600-5656.
C. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the grant contract, including all
necessary documents and provisions, subject to City Attorney approval.
The City of Lancaster was awarded a $4,500 grant through a competitive selection process.
This award is in support of the implementation of an arthritis-appropriate, evidence-based
intervention (AAEBI) program through local parks and recreation facilities. |
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CC 6. Additional Authorization No. 2 for Aspen Environmental Group for the Parkway Village
Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report
Recommendation(s):
Approve Additional Authorization No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Aspen
Environmental Group in the amount of $29,134 for additional environmental analysis and
preparation of the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Parkway Village Specific
Plan, including responses to comments received on the Draft EIR.
In 2020, City of Lancaster staff started work on the preparation of the Parkway Village
Specific Plan to allow for a mixed-use area with a variety of housing types, commercial uses,
and community amenities. Aspen Environmental Group was hired at this time to prepare the
associated environmental documents including a Programmatic Environmental Impact Report
(EIR). In May 2021, the City was awarded a $500,000 under the LEAP grant from HCD for
the Parkway Village Project. |
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CC 5. Midtown Recreation Center Improvements: Contract Award
Recommendation(s):
A. Award a contract to Angeles Contractor Inc. for the improvements to the Midtown
Education Center, in the amount of $639,780.53 plus a 10% contingency utilizing the
Sourcewell public sector contract process.
B. Appropriate $37,990.45 from the General Fund to account CP14BS002.CONST.PARCS
(10169900-8000).
C. Find that the City has complied with the California Environmental Quality Act. A Notice
of Exemption was filed on March 26, 2025.
D. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all contracts and associated
documents, subject to City Attorney approval.
The Midtown Recreation Center, located at 2340 W. Ave J-8, Lancaster, CA 93536, is a
significant and strategic new acquisition for the Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Community
Services (PARCS) department. This facility is poised to become a vital hub for community
engagement, featuring a full-size indoor gymnasium, multiple dedicated classrooms, and a
spacious outdoor turf area. Its neighborhood-adjacent location will enable PARCS to
dramatically expand its recreational programming and better serve the needs of our residents. |
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CC 4. Monthly Reports of Investments – December 2025
Recommendation(s):
Accept and approve the December 2025 Monthly Report of Investments as submitted.
Each month, the Finance Department prepares a report listing the investments for all separate
entities under the jurisdiction of the City as identified in the City’s Comprehensive Annual
Financial Report. |
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CC 3. Check Registers – December 28, through January 10, 2026
Recommendation(s):
Approve the Check and Wire Registers for payments made December 28, 2025, through
January 10, 2026, in the amount of $13,636,691.23 as presented.
At each regular City Council Meeting, the City Council is presented with a check and
ACH/wire registers listing the financial claims (invoices) against and paid by the City for the
purchase of materials, supplies, services, and capital projects during the prior three to four
weeks. |
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CC 2. Approve the City Council/Successor Agency/Financing/Power Authority Regular Meeting
Minutes of January 13, 2026 |
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CC 10. Professional Services Agreement for Assessment District Administration and Support
Services to Harris and Associates
Recommendation(s):
1. Approve Professional Services Agreement with Harris & Associates for Assessment
District Administration and Support Services for an initial five-year term, with one optional
one-year extension, in an amount not to exceed $150,000 for the year. Annual compensation
for each subsequent year shall increase by no more than five percent (5%) based on the
Consumer Price Index (CPI), with an additional five percent (5%) contingency available
annually to accommodate potential increases in development activity and associated district
annexations.
2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to sign all documents.
On December 5, 2025, City conducted a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) for a
qualified consultant with experience in assessment district administration to provide
consulting and support services. Two proposals were received with Harris & Associates being
selected to be awarded the contract based on the final scoring from a committee consisting of
staff from the Community Development and Finance Departments. |
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