CHINO CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
TUESDAY JUNE 6, 2023
CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 PM
OPEN SESSION - 6:00 PM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
The June 6, 2023, Regular Meeting of the Chino City Council / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 5:03 p.m. by Mayor Eunice M. Ulloa in the Council Chambers.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Eunice M Ulloa, Mayor Pro Tem Karen C. Comstock, Council Member Curtis Burton, Council Member Christopher Flores.
ABSENT: Council Member Marc Lucio (Excused - Left meeting at 6:42 p.m.)
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no requests to speak
CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Fred Galante read into the record the items listed on the Closed Session agenda.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR(S).
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Agency Negotiator: Geriann Kingslan, Director of Human Resources/Risk Management.
Employee Organizations: Chino City Hall Confidential Employee Association, Chino Police Professional Employees Association, San Bernardino Public Employees Association (SPEA)/Teamsters Local Union No. 1932-Professioinal, Technical and Clerical, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME District Council 36-Local 3183), Chino Police Officers Association, Chino Police Management Association, Unrepresented Management, Unrepresented Sworn Management, Executive Management, Elected Officials.
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:05 p.m.
The City Council concluded Closed Session at 6:08 p.m. and reconvened the regular meeting at 6:11 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
Council Member Burton led the assembly in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
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CEREMONIALS
Presentations
Mayor Ulloa called up Chino Youth Boxing Foundation President Mike Garcia, Vice President Ray Morales, and board members who presented each City Council Member with an award in recognition of their continued support of the Chino Youth Boxing Foundation.
Mayor Ulloa recognized Pro Towing as June 2023 Business of the Month. Sarkis and Kevin Karaoghlanian from Pro Towing were present to accept the award.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Fred Galante reported Closed Session will reconvene after the regular meeting and a report out will be provided at the conclusion of Closed Session.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
City Manager Linda Reich reported there were no agenda additions or revisions.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Ulloa issued a reminder about the following scheduled community events:
• The Household Hazardous Waste Collection event is Saturday, June 10 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Public Works Services Yard located at 5050 Schaefer Avenue. For questions, call the Public Works Services Center at (909) 334-3266. • Chino Summer Nights will occur every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. (with the exception of June 30 for the Fireworks Spectacular Carnival) from June 16 to July 28 at City Hall Lawn. For questions, call the Carolyn Owens Community Center at 909-334-3258.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Pastor Bryan Gentry, Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, provided the invocation.
Benjamin Montgomery, City Manager of Chino Hills, thanked the City of Chino for hosting and coordinating the annual Corporate Challenge. He presented the Corporate Challenge Winner Chino vs Chino Hills award for City of Chino to City Manager Linda Reich.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Warrants. Approve expenses as audited and within budget for warrants 765473 to 765690, and Electronic Fund Transfers 517312E to 517400E, totaling $6,428,904.71.
2. Minutes. February 21, 2023, Regular Meeting (All Members Present)
3. Elected City Officials' Report Regarding Travel, Training, and Meetings. Receive and file the Elected City Officials' Report reflecting City Council business related expenses incurred by the City and forecast of future events and trainings.
4. City Council Meeting Date Changes and Cancellations for month of July and August 2023. 1) Authorize staff to cancel the July 4th, August 1st, and August 15th Regular City Council meetings and 2) schedule a City Council special called City Council meeting on Wednesday, July 5th at 6 p.m. to ensure the continuation of City business. (Item pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate action)
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5. Ordinance No. 2023-012 - Community Services Commission Terms (Second Reading) Adopt Ordinance No. 2023-012, an Ordinance of the City of Chino, California to amend Chapter 2.38 (Community Services Commission (Second Reading).
ORDINANCE 2023-012
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2.38 (CHINO COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION) OF THE
CHINO MUNICIPAL CODE
6. Amendment to the City's Classification and Salary Schedule. Adopt Resolution No. 2023- 034 amending the City's Classification and Salary Schedule to increase the salary range for the Homeless Outreach Coordinator, Assistant Homeless Outreach Coordinator, and Special Projects Administrator.
7. Notice of Completion - Central Plant Cooling Tower Replacement Project (IB238). Accept the Central Plant Cooling Tower Replacement project (IB238) completed by C.E.
Mechanical, Inc., Chino, CA as complete.
8. Award of Contract - Auditing Services. Award a contract to Badawi & Associates, Berkeley, CA for auditing services in the amount of $57,480, with two additional one-year options, and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.
Moved by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Council Member Burton, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 1-3 and 5-8.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT
4. City Council Meeting Date Changes and Cancellations for month of July and August 2023. 1) Authorize staff to cancel the July 4th, August 1st, and August 15th Regular City Council meetings and 2) schedule a City Council special called City Council meeting on Wednesday, July 5th at 6 p.m. to ensure the continuation of City business.
Mayor Ulloa provided a report on the item.
Moved by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Council Member Burton, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to authorize staff to cancel the July 4th, August 1st, and August 15th Regular City Council meetings and schedule a City Council special called City Council meeting on Wednesday, July 5th at 6 p.m. to ensure the continuation of City business.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
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PUBLIC HEARING
9. Solid Waste, Recycling, and Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) Sewer Rate Structure.
Conduct a public hearing, tabulate written protests, to set the rates for solid waste, recycling and Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) sewer services.
Mayor Ulloa opened the public hearing.
Joslyn Blakely, Project Coordinator provided a presentation on the item outlining the proposed Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) Sewage Treatment, Solid Waste, and Recycling rates tor both residential and commercial properties, including the implementation of the new organics waste collection services program to all residents and businesses as required by SB1383.
Mayor Ulloa asked if the Council had any questions from staff.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock inquired about the methodology used to establish the rate amount and asked if other cities are collecting overages. Ms. Blakely explained that the first year $3.10 fee is based on production fees, but until staff can determine the tonnage amount produced, the fee rate will be reassessed and adjusted accordingly, and noted that she does not know other cities who are collecting overage fees.
Council Member Burton requested staff to explain the meaning of pass-through with regards to the rates for IEA and Waste Management, explain the low volume rate and how this is determined, and confirm if the containers will be airtight. Ms. Blakely explained pass-through is the cost of delivering the service, in essence the city is collecting the fees for the IEUA and Waste Management. Ms. Blakely explained the low volume rate option for ratepayers who produce less waste can request a smaller 64-gallon container in place of the 96-gallon container. Ms. Blakely confirmed that the organics waste collection containers will not be Mayor Ulloa noted that both old and new containers will not be airtight, which will cause odors and attract flies and rodents, and instructed staff to report any negative impacts that may result from adopting the organics recycling program to fulfill the SB1383 requirements.
Council Member Flores asked if staff have sought out interest from local businesses to encourage them to work with local non-profit organizations to donate excess food to help reduce waste. Ms. Blakely explained that there is a business outreach component as part of the program.
Council Member Burton asked if all residents would receive new waste containers. Ms.
Blakely explained that residents with waste containers that have normal wear and tear conditions could qualify to get a new container and noted that an educational program will help address any concerns residents mav have. Council Member Burton stated he supports recycling but does not support Senate Bill 1383.
Leanna Escanuth, resident of Chino, spoke in opposition to the proposed rate increase and expressed displeasure with the customer service she has received from the waste management company.
Jerry Fellows, resident of Chino, requested clarification on the percentage of increased fees for infrastructure improvements, administrative costs, and salary. Mayor Ulloa explained that staff will provide this information to him.
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Glenda Chavez, Waste Management Representative, reported that the mandatory organics recycling program is required by the State and explained Waste Management will implement an intense educational campaign to help residents be informed and mitigate any concerns.
Ms. Chavez explained that other municipal agencies have already established the same organics recycling program.
Mayor Ulloa asked Ms. Chavez to explain where the green and organics waste will be stored.
Ms. Chavez explained that the green and organics waste will be taken to a facility in the City of Tulare which is a fully licensed facility to be processed.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock asked Ms. Chavez to identify the cities who have implemented the organics recycling program and explain if the City of Chino's rate is in line with these other sanet that she is wantsar whener the chy or chaos a nine wa these other cities.
Wilson Hernandez, resident of Chino, spoke in opposition to the proposed rate increase.
Council Member Flores commented that IEUA rates will eventually continue to increase and asked if the City at some point would consider establishing its own infrastructure to treat and service its own wastewater, with the goal of achieving control over rate increases. City Attorney Fred Galante explained the components of the existing IEUA contract and noted that there are steps the City is taking to establish its own infrastructure. He explained that currently the IEUA establishes the rates for the City of Chino and other contract agencies.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock requested staff to provide an annual accounting of the rates collected to determine if rates can be adjusted down.
Mayor Ulloa closed the public hearing.
Mayor Ulloa directed the City Clerk to tabulate the number of protest letters.
City Clerk Natalie Gonzaga reported that at the close of the public hearing the City received 12 written protest letters. This amount is less than the majority needed to overturn the proposed rate structure; therefore, the proposition carried.
Mayor Ulloa announced that Council Member Lucio left due to a family emergency.
City Attorney Fred Galante noted that the motion would also include the Council discussion on an annual report to address the $3.10 rate per month expenditure, which correlates with the annual budget.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Flores, and carried on a 3-1-1 vote to 1) conduct a public hearing; tabulate the written protests; 2) adopt Resolution No. 2023-027, 3) declaring the results of a noticed protest proceeding and approving certain actions for rates, fees, and charges for solid waste, recycling and IEUA sewer services; and 4) adopt Resolution No. 2023-028 setting the rates for solid waste, recycling and IEUA sewer services, including an annual report provided to the City Council addressing the $3.10 rate per month expenditure.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, FLORES.
NOES: BURTON.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
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10. Conduct Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) Hearing. Conduct a Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) Hearing, adopt resolutions approving the form of associate membership agreement and the issuance of revenue obligations for the benefit of Heights Christian Schools.
Mayor Ulloa opened the public hearing.
Nadyne Lowry, Deputy Director of Finance, provided a report on the item.
Jessica Shaham, Attorney representing Heights Christian Schools and the California Enterprise Development Authority (CEDA), a conduit financing organization, Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) is requesting the City of Chino become associate members so that Heights Christian Schools can finance through CEDA.
Mayor Ulloa requested Ms. Shaham explain how the City of Chino is under no obligation to pay any bonds and that this administrative act is primarily to help the funding process. Ms.
Shaham explained that because they are issuing tax exempt bonds on behalf of Heights Christian Schools, one of the requirements pursuant of the IRS is to hold a local public hearing and confirmed that the City is not obligated to pay the bonds and noted that it is the complete obligation of the school. She indicated that the associate membership with CEDA, does not pose any financial responsibility with the City and reaffirmed that any financial cost associated with this proposal is the responsibility of Heights Christian Schools.
Claude Lamar, President, and CEO of Heights Christian Schools explained that they own and operate two campuses in Chino Hills. He explained that they are in the process of purchasing a property in the City of Chino located at 14670 Ramona Avenue, to establish a school. Mr.
Lamar explained they are asking CEDA to issue these bonds for the purchase and construction of a new school.
Council Member Flores thanked the Heights Christian Schools for their efforts to provide services to the community.
There being no requests to address the City Council on this item, the public hearing was closed.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Burton, and carried on a 4-0-1 vote to 1) Conduct a public hearing as required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to receive comments relating to the issuance by the California Enterprise Development Authority (the "Authority") of not to exceed $36,100,000 of the Authority's Revenue Obligations (the "Obligations") for the benefit of Heights Christian Schools, a California nonprofit religious corporation (the "Borrower"); 2) Adopt Resolution No. 2023-032 approving an Associate Membership Agreement between the City of Chino and the Authority; 3) Adopt Resolution No. 2023- 033 approving the issuance of the Obligations by the Authority to finance and refinance the Facilities for the benefit of the Borrower.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
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11. Formation of Community Facilities District 2023-1. Conduct a Public Hearing regarding the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2023-1 in The Preserve.
Mayor Ulloa opened the public hearing.
Nadyne Lowry, Deputy Director of Finance, provided a report on this item.
There being no requests to address the City Council on this item, the public hearing was closed.
Moved by Council Member Flores, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, and carried on a 4-0-1 vote to 1) Conduct a Public Hearing regarding the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2023-1; 2) accept tax consultant's report; 3) adopt Resolution No. 2023-029, establishing CFD No. 2023-1, authorizing the levy of special taxes, and calling an election; 4) adopt Resolution No. 2023-030, determining the necessity to incur bonded indebtedness; 5) conduct a special election with the property owners.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
City Clerk Natalie Gonzaga reported that all the ballots have been cast in connection with the election to form CFD No. 2023-01. The results of the election were unanimous, 12 votes in favor of the proposition.
City Attorney Fred Galante read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-013
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-1 (SAGE CEDAR) OF THE CITY OF CHINO AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL
TAXES WITHIN THE DISTRICT
Moved by Council Member Burton, seconded by Council Member Flores, and carried on a 4-0-1 vote to 6) adopt Resolution No. 2023-031, declaring results of the special election and directing recording of the special tax lien; 7) approve the introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-013, levying a special tax, to be read by number and title only, and waive further reading of the Ordinance; and 8) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
12. Introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-011 - Amended and Restated Preserve Development Agreement. Introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-011, approving the Amended and Restated Preserve Development Agreement by and between the City of Chino and the Chino Preserve Development Corporation, etc. and approving the Certificate of Development Agreement Compliance.
Mayor Ulloa opened the public hearing.
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Fred Galante, City Attorney, provided a report on this item and explained the amended and restated Preserve Development Agreement with the three companies consisting of Chino Holding Company, the Chino Development Corporation, and the Chino Preserve Development Corporation also known as the Lewis Company to address outstanding improvements, ensure responsible long-range planning and fiscal stability by addressing and further clarifying Lewis' fee reimbursement, development and payment, and infrastructure and park obligations. Mr. Galante noted that the proposal also extends the development agreement by ten years, until July 1, 2034. In exchange for that extension, the City will receive several benefits as outlined in the staff report.
Mayor Ulloa asked staff to clarify the senior affordable housing segment of the development agreement. City Attorney Fred Galante explained that 2.2 million dollars will be received to supplement this development at other locations
Mayor Ulloa requested staff to provide a report to explain how to track affordable housing development units.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock asked staff to explain the estate residential and the construction stage timeline. Mr. Galante explained that the estate housing development is proposed to be a range of 12 thousand square feet to a third of an acre. Dr. Reich explained that the lower density properties are earmarked to be constructed first. Mayor Pro Tem Comstock requested the annual Development Agreement report be presented to the City Council to ensure compliance. Mayor Pro Tem Comstock thanked City staff and the Lewis company for their dedication to this project.
Council Member Burton thanked City Staff and the Lewis company for the work done on this project.
Mayor Ulloa explained that she is in support of balanced growth and a balanced community.
She expressed that to retain that balance and wants to ensure they are built.
Council Member Burton concurred with Mayor Ulloa's comments.
Pat Loy, Lewis Corporation, thanked city staff for their support during the development process and provided details regarding the development.
Leanna Escanuth, resident of Chino, spoke in favor of increasing staff and equipment to the Chino Valley Fire Department and the Chino Police Department to ensure the entire city receives adequate services.
Erren O'Leary, Lewis Homes Company, thanked City staff for their efforts for the project.
Mayor Ulloa closed the public hearing.
City Attorney Fred Galante read the title of the Ordinance into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-011
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE AMENDED AND • RESTATED PRESERVE DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN HE CITY OF CHINO AND THE CHINO PRESERVE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, ETC. RELATED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF APPROXIMATELY 1,157 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY IN THE PRESERVE WITHIN THE CITY OF CHINO (CONTRACT NO. 2004-073)
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Moved by Council Member Burton, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, and carried on a 4-0-1 vote to 1) conduct a public hearing; 2) approve introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-011, approving the Amended and Restated Preserve Development Agreement by and between the City of Chino and the Chino Preserve Development Corporation, etc., to be read by number and title only, and waive further reading of the Ordinance; and 3) approve the Certificate of Development Agreement Compliance, including authorization for the City Manager to sign all documents.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
NEW BUSINESS
13. Final Acceptance of Public Improvements, Payment Reconciliation & Release Agreement, & Development Impact Fee Reimbursement - Site Approval PL16-0719 (Scannell Properties #404, LLC). Accept the public improvements for Site Approval PL16-0719 as complete and approve a Payment Reconciliation and Release Agreement with Scannell Properties #404, LLC for Equipment Tax for Equipment Tax in the amount of $1,000,000 and County Dedications eligible for Development Impact Fee Reimbursements, as well as all other eligible DIF reimbursements pursuant to Construction Credit and Reimbursement Agreement No. 2020-223.
Fred Galante, City Attorney, provided a report on this item.
Moved by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Burton, and carried on a 4-0-1 vote to 1) Appropriate from the unappropriated reserves of the following:
Storm Drain Enterprise Fund in the amount of $3,200,000; Water Enterprise Fund in the amount of $485,406, and the Transportation Fund in the amount of $462,300; 2) schedule corresponding year-end transfers from the following Development Impact Fee Funds: The Preserve Storm Drainage Collection System Facilities in the amount of $3,200,000 The Preserve Water Source, Storage and Distribution in the amount of $485,406, and Citywide Circulation (Streets, Signals and Bridges) System in the amount of $462,300; 3) accept the public improvements for Site Approval PL16-0719 as complete; 4) authorize release of the performance bond and initiate the warranty bond; 5) approve a Payment Reconciliation and Release Agreement with Scannell Properties #404, LLC ("Scannell"), a Delaware limited liability company for Scannell's Equipment Tax Commitment in the amount of $1,000,000 and County Dedications eligible for Development Impact Fee Reimbursements, as well as all other eligible DIF reimbursements pursuant to Construction Credit and Reimbursement Agreement No. 2020-223 ("Agreement"); 6) approve an immediate reimbursement in the amount of $4,147,706 to Scannell per the terms of the Agreement, thus, fulfilling the City's obligation to Scannell; and 7) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
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14. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-026: Amend Parking Restrictions for Street Sweeping. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-026, modifying parking restrictions for street sweeping purposes.
Dennis Ralls, City Traffic Engineer, provided a report on this item, explaining that Waste Management adjusted trash pick up days, which prompts the change in street sweeping Leanna Escanuth, resident of Chino, commented that she was uncertain what street sweeping schedule she had for her neighborhood and noted that the street sweeping schedule was confusing. Mr. Ralls identified the resident's street sweeping schedule. Mr.
Ralls assured the resident that there will be signs posted in every community advising residents when enforcement will occur.
receive regarding street sweeping. Ben Orosco, Public Works Services Manager, confirmed that notices were mailed to customers by Waste Management to advise residents of the new schedule. Police Chief Simmons confirmed that the Police Department notified residents of the street sweeping enforcement in The Preserve and College Park and issued warning citations to help remind residents.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock expressed concern over the street sweeping schedule and how parking concerns would arise if restricted parking were scheduled on both sides of the street on the same day. Mr. Ralls confirmed that staff can revisit Mayor Pro Tem Comstock's concern and report back with options to address the parking restrictions.
Mayor Ulloa recommended staff to report back with the new street sweeping schedule proposal based on each individual neighborhood.
City Manager Linda Reich confirmed that the proposed resolution only reassigns the days when the street sweeping will occur throughout the city. Staff will bring a recommendation to the City Council before the incorporation of no parking on street sweeping days when it is finalized.
Moved by Council Member Flores, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, and carried on a 4-0-1 vote to adopt Resolution No. 2023-026, modifying parking restrictions for street sweeping purposes.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
15. Award of Construction Contract: CDBG Alley Project (G6220). Award a construction contract to Wheeler Paving, Inc., Riverside, CA, in the amount of $396,135 for Project No. G6220 CDBG Alley Project East-West North of Chino Avenue between 9th Street and 13th Street.
Michele Hindersinn, Principal Engineer, provided a report on this item.
Mayor Ulloa asked staff to explain why inspections and management are contracted to outside companies. Ms. Hindersinn explained that contractual services are sought depending on the scope of the project. City Manager Reich explained that Director of Public Works Amer Jakher changed the way Public Works projects are processed and chose this methodology to manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously.
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Council Member Flores would like to see work completed internally opposed to by a consultant.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Flores, and carried on a 4-0-1 vote to 1) Appropriate $205,000 from the unappropriated reserves of the Sanitation Fund (550) with a corresponding increase to Project No. G6220, for a revised project budget of $579,824.54; 2) award a construction contract in the amount of $396,135 to Wheeler Paving, Inc., Riverside, CA, for CBG Alley Project East-West North of Chino Avenue between 9th Street and 13th Street Project (G6220); 3) authorize expenditures of up to $39,614 for construction management, $19,807 for inspection costs, and $59,421 for construction contingency; and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
16. Notice of Completion - SD200 Benson Avenue Storm Drain Project. Accept the SD200 - Benson Ave Storm Drain Project as complete and authorize the Director of Public Works to file the Notice of Completion.
Michele Hindersinn, Principal Engineer, presented a report on this item.
Moved by Council Member Burton, seconded by Council Member Flores, and carried on a 4-0-1 vote to 1) Accept the Benson Avenue Storm Drain Project (SD200), C.P.
Construction Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA contract No. 2022-063 as complete; 2) release the retention funds following the 35-day lien period; and 3) authorize the Director of Public Works to file the Notice of Completion.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
17. Appropriation of Funds: ST203 - Pine Avenue Improvements. Approve an appropriation of $650,000 from the Transportation Fund (320) with a backfill from the unappropriated reserves of the Bridges, Signals, and Thoroughfare Preserve Development Impact Fee Fund (260) and increase the project budget for the Pine Avenue Improvements Project ST203.
Michele Hindersinn, Principal Engineer, provided a report on this item.
Mayor Ulloa requested staff clarify why there is a need to backfill account 260 and will the City be short of funds when there is a need to construct bridges and similar projects. Director of Finance Rob Burns assured Mayor Ulloa that using this money for this project would not take away funds from other projects and explained that there are other monies being collected for those projects in the Development Impact Fees (DIF) program.
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Moved by Council Member Burton, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, and carried on a 4-0-1 vote to 1) Appropriate $650,000 from the Transportation Fund (320) a backfill from the unappropriated reserves of the Bridges, Signals, and Thoroughfare Preserve Development Impact Fee Fund (260); 2) increase the project budget for the Pine Avenue Improvements Project ST203 by $650,000 for a new revised project budget of $4,568,113; and 3) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: LUCIO.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Ulloa.
18. Review of Tracked Legislation and Updates. Receive and File a Legislative Update and Consider New Legislative Position Letters
Staff Report by: Jack Morgan, Assistant to the City Manager.
RECOMMENDATION: Receive a report on tracked legislation and discuss official City positions as recommended by the Legislative Policy Committee on new pieces of legislation consequential to the City of Chino.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock thanked staff for tracking the legislative bills.
Mayor Ulloa instructed staff to reexamine the legislative policy process and make the necessary amendments to ensure legislative actions are submitted in a timely manner.
Mayor Ulloa.
Mayor Ulloa reported on meeting and events attended since the last meeting that included the City Manager meeting with City of Chino Hills Council Member regarding Pine and Euclid Avenues common development transportation issues; Water Facilities Authority Board of Directors meeting; City Counties Conference; Pioneer Picnic; Community Services Commission interview; New Water Facilities Authority General Manager interviews; Raul Garnica's Funeral; American Legion Memorial Day event.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock reported on meeting and events attended since the last meeting that included meeting with the City of Chino Hills regarding Pine and Euclid Avenues common development transportation issues; City Manager Meeting; Community Services Commission interviews; Community Services Commission meeting; Public Works Appreciation luncheon, Legislative Policy Committee Meeting; Buena Vista High School Commencement Services; American Legion Memorial Day event; Quarterly Chino Valley Fire Board Meeting; City Manager Meeting; Congratulated the Chino Boxing Club and the Business of the Month Award recipients Pro Towing.
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Council Member Burton.
Council Member Burton reported on meeting and events attended since the last meeting that included the Planning Commission meeting; City County Conference; International Council of Shopping Centers Conference; Public Works appreciation luncheon; American Legion Memorial Day event; Energy Summit meeting; Tiny Tots preschool graduation and was proud to have presented his grandson with his certificate of graduation; Toured the development at The Preserve; Investment Committee meeting; City Manager meeting; City Council meeting; closed session.
Council Member Flores.
Council Member Flores reported on meeting and events attended since the last meeting that included the Argonza Cellars Winery Grand Opening, Don Lugo's Sports Booster Club house meeting; Kiwanis Club American Flag posting; American Legion Memorial Day event; Chino Hills State of the City event; Investment Committee meeting; Chino Valley of Commerce Collaborate Group meeting; Congratulated all city staff for graduation; and congratulated the Chino Boxing Council Member Lucio.
Council Member Lucio was absent (excused).
City Manager's Report
City Manager Linda Reich had no report.
City Attorney's Report
City Attorney Fred Galante had no report.
Police Chief's Report
Police Chief Wes Simmons reported the Chino Police Department began staffing the temporary Southeast Substation located at the Chino Valley Fire Station 63 on Kimball Avenue. He thanked the Fire Department for their support. The hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Police Service Officer and will take minor criminal reports and provide general information to the public.
Fire Chief's Report
Fire Chief Dave Williams, Chino Valley Fire District, reported that San Bernardino County has decided to begin negotiations with both American Medical Response, Inc. (AMR) and CONFIRE.
He encouraged the City Council to demonstrate their support for CONFIRE being awarded the contract.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed back into Closed Session at 9:32 p.m.
The City Council concluded Closed Session at 10:05 p.m.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Fred Galante reported out of closed session as follows:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR(S).
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
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Agency Negotiator: Geriann Kingslan, Director of Human Resources/Risk Management.
Employee Organizations: Chino City Hall Confidential Employee Association, Chino Police Professional Employees Association, San Bernardino Public Employees Association (SPEA)/Teamsters Local Union No. 1932-Professioinal, Technical and Clerical, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME District Council 36-Local 3183), Chino Police Officers Association, Chino Police Association, Unrepresented Management, Unrepresented Sworn Management, Executive Management, Elected Officials.
The City Council received an update, provided direction, and no reportable action was taken.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 10:07 p.m. The next meeting of the City council will be a workshop held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. (Closed Session no sooner than 4:00 p.m. if necessary) in these Council Chambers.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 5* DAY OF JULY, 2023.
UNICE M. ULLOA. MAYOF
ATTEST:
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NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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