CHINO CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
SPECIAL MEETING - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
WEDNESDAY JULY 5, 2023
CLOSED SESSION - 5:30 PM
OPEN SESSION - 6:00 PM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
The July 5, 2023, Special Meeting of the Chino City Council / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 5:35 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, Council Member Marc Lucio.
ABSENT: None.
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 5:36 p.m.
The City Council concluded Closed Session at 6:20 pm and reconvened the regular meeting at 6:22 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
Council Member Burton led the assembly in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
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CEREMONIALS
Proclamations
Mayor Ufloa read into the record the Proclamation designating the month of July 2023 as Park and Commission. Silvia Avalos,
department name as Community Services, Parks, and Recreation.
Presentations
Mayor Ulloa presented the Mayor's Home Beautification Award for July 2023 to Jenice Gilland of Chino.
Mayor Ulloa presented the Business of the Month July 2023 to Flo's Airport Café. Rania Nash- Webber and team members were present to accept the award.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSON
City Attorney Fred Galante reported out of closed session as follows:
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-Professional, 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 received an update, provided direction, and no further reportable action was
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:
• Chino Summer Nights will occur every Friday night at 6:30 p.m. through July 28 at the City Hall Lawn, featuring "Lightyear". For questions, call the Carolyn Owens Community Center at 909- 334-3258.
• Kiwanis Summer Concerts will occur every Thursday night beginning July 6 through August 3 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. All events will be held on the lawn in front of City Hall except for the concert on August 11 that will be held at Founders Park in The Preserve. • Chino Senior Center's annual Seniors at the Square summer concert series begins on Monday, July 10, at Aguiar Square. There will be live music and dancing from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. every Monday through August 14. For questions, call 909-334-3271.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Lon Wagner, CrossPoint Church, provided the invocation.
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Thomas Ryan, shared information of the Chino Junior Fair to occur at the Chino Fairgrounds on Monday, July 10 through Friday, July 14 and help support local youth organizations including the Monte Vista 4-H club and Don Lugo High School's Future Farmers Association and noted that the event will feature a barbecue dinner and livestock auction to benefit the students.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Warrants. Approve expenses as audited and within budget for warrant 765903 to 766067, and Electronic Fund Transfers 517484E to 517528E, totaling $3,713,386. 13.
2. Minutes. a. June 6, 2023 Regular Meeting (All Members Present) b. April 18, 2023 Special Meeting of City Council, Planning Commission, and Community Services Commission.
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. Award of Contract to InfoSend, Inc. for Utility Billing. Award of contract to InfoSend, Inc. for utility billing and online payment services for an estimated amount of $175,000 annually (approximation $55,000 for vendor services and $120,000 for postage).
5. Organized Retail Theft Prevention Grant Program. Authorize the City Manager to submit an application, accept, and execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City for the Organized Retail Theft Prevention Grant Program.
State Asset Forfeiture Expenditure for Drug and Gang Education. Appropriate $770.13 from the State Asset Forfeiture - Drug and Gang Prevention Fund to support the San Bernardino Countywide Gangs and Drug Task Force Scholarship Fund
7. Federal Asset Forfeiture - Police K9. Appropriate $22,150 from the Federal Asset Forfeiture / Department of Justice Fund for the purchase of a replacement police service dog.
8. Final Acceptance of Public Improvement - Site Approval PL18-0103 (TDC Remington Partners, LLC). Accept the public improvements for TDC Remington Partners, LLC, PL18-0103, located at 9301 Remington Avenue as complete and authorize release of the performance bond and initiate the warranty bond
9. Cal Fire Prado Helitack Base Modifications. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-042, allowing Cal Fire to Submit an Application to the Department of Aeronautics for Modifications to the Existing Cal Fire Prado Helitack Base to Increase Wildfire Safety.
Moved by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Council Member Burton, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 1-9.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
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PUBLIC HEARING
10. PL23-0041 (General Plan Amendment), PL23-0014 (Prezone/Annexation), PL23-0015 (Zoning Ordinance Amendment) - Ramona Francis Annexation. A request to annex approximately 145 acres of land (Ramona Francis Annexation) from unincorporated San Bernardino County zoning designation of RS-1 (Single Residential minimum lot size 1 acre), RS 20M (Single Residential- 20,000 square feet minimum), RS (Single Residential) to the City of Chino's zoning designation of RD2 (Residential/Agricultural), RD4.5 (Residential, 4.5 dwelling units/acre) and P (Public) consistent with the City's General Plan and a proposed amendment to Title 20 (Zoning) of the Chino Municipal Code to update Chapter 20.16 (Right to Farm) to add animal keeping approved by the County of San Bernardino as a permitted use for properties annexed into the City. A proposed amendment to the General Plan Map to change the existing General Plan land use designation of 13.35 acres of land from RD 2(2 dwelling units/acre) to RD 4.5 (Residential, 4.5 dwelling units/acre) within the annexation area, located at the NWC of Francis and Yorba Avenues (APN's: 1013-211-21 and 22).
Mayor Ulloa opened the public hearing.
Fred Galante, City Attorney reported Council Member Burton's tenure on the Planning Commission does not affect his ability to participate in this annexation item.
Mike Hitz, Principal Planner provided a report on the item.
Paul Griffin, resident, spoke in support of the annexation and urged the Council to have the southern portion of the proposed annexation incorporated, due to pedestrian and traffic safety concerns.
There being no further request to address the City Council on this item, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock requested staff to clarify the Planning Commission concerns on this item. Principal Planner Hitz explained that a Planning Commissioners concerns related to the annual operation and maintenance cost deficit of $190,000 and requested staff secure confirmation from LAFCO that the city would receive its full tax share from the county.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock explained the pros and cons of the proposed item and encouraged the Council to study this island annexation and the fiscal impacts it will impose to the city for years to come and assess the economic feasibility of future annexation projects.
Council Member Curtis concurred with Mayor Pro Tem Comstock's concerns.
Council Member Lucio asked staff to confirm that no road expansion and infrastructure improvements were included for the proposed annexation project. Principal Planner Hitz confirmed that no commitments were made for road or infrastructure improvements as part of the proposed annexation project but acknowledged that residents were informed that these improvements could be added to the City's Capital Improvement Projects and planned accordingly. Warren Morelion, Interim Director of Development Services confirmed that sewer improvements will be necessary for residents to connect to the city sewer system which is estimated to cost approximately 2 million dollars and noted the zoning change of RD2 to 4.5 zone would affect the Yorba area to help keep zoning and general plan consistency with the current City zoning designation and ensure residents ability to keep animals is protected Council Member Flores requested staff to clarify the timeframe for project completion. Principal Planner Hitz explained it could take approximately one year and confirmed that the City would receive approximately 10.4 percent of the one percent that is collected in property tax.
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Council Member Lucio asked Police Chief Simmons to clarify if the annexation project will require additional police personnel. Police Chief Simmons explained that the annexation project will require additional police personnel and confirmed that this information has been included as part of the annexation analysis, with an estimated 1 to 3 officers will be needed.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock asked staff to clarify development impact fees that can be imposed for new developments to help with infrastructure improvement in needed areas. Principal Planner Hitz confirmed that as developers propose new projects, development improvements will be required as part of the approval process, including development improvement fees that would help with improvement projects in the area.
Council Member Burton requested staff to meet with the resident, Mr. Griffin, to ensure that the road he was referring to could be assessed to address the safety concerns.
Mayor Ulloa asked City Manager Reich to report on Supervisor Hagman's proposition to help with sewer backbone infrastructure costs associated with the annexation project. City Manager Reich reported that Supervisor Hagman surveyed residents and identified approximately 75% of the residents in the annexation area would be willing to connect to sewer. She noted a cost estimate was supplied to Supervisor Hagman to request San Bernardino County provide funding to install the sewer backbone infrastructure.
Mayor Ulloa asked Police Chief Simmons to explain the average law enforcement response time residents in this project area would receive. Chief Simmons confirmed that residents would have the current Chino Police Department average 5-minute response time.
Mayor Ulloa provided examples of past annexation projects and highlighted some facts that could be experienced by residents residing within the project area and noted that some the roads in these annexed areas have the same unimproved roads from before they were annexed because they have chosen not to develop their properties and this particular annexation has not caused a burden to the city. Mayor Ulloa explained how improvements in these cases are accomplished incrementally as properties are improved or developed and was a proponent of protecting residents to keep their animals. Principal Planner Hitz confirmed that residents' properties will inherit the county land use designation that permits animals such as horses.
Mayor Ulloa expressed great interest in the Right to Farm ordinance to protect these rights for residents.
Council Member Burton asked staff to identify the number of homes in the project area and the potential impacts on code enforcement with the current property conditions in the area. Principal Planner Hitz explained there are approximately 120 parcels in the project area and that code enforcement is prepared to work with residents. Interim Director of Development Services Morelion confirmed that no additional code enforcement officers will be needed as a result of this annexation.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock noted that some of the positive results of annexations is the potential of jurisdictional boundaries improvements which is much needed. Principal Planner Hitz explained that following the annexation no land use changes are permitted within the 2 years after the completion of the annexation.
Council Member Flores inquired who is the waste hauler. Principal Planner Hitz explained they have two different waste haulers in the area, Burrtec and Waste Management and staff will need to work on with the residents.
City Attorney Galante read the title of the Ordinances into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-015
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, PREZONING
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APPROXIMATELY 145 ACRES OF LAND TO RD2 (RESIDENTIAL/AGRICULTURAL), RD 4.5 (RESIDENTIAL) AND P (PUBLIC) FOR PARCELS LOCATED EAST OF NORTON AVENUE, NORTH
AND SOUTH OF FRANCIS AVENUE, NORTH AND SOUTH OF PHILADELPHIA STREET AND WEST OF YORBA AVENUE WITHIN THE CITY OF CHINO SPHERE OF INFLUENCE (APN's: 1013-211-04-08, 10, 11, & 18-22, 1013-221-01-06, 09, & 11-18, 1013-341-03-07, & 09-13, 1013-351-16, 17, 20-23, 26-31, & 40, 1013-361-01-11, 14-21, & 25, 1013-371-03-22, 1013411-11, & 14-18, 1013-421-01, 04 13, 16, 18, & 19, 1013-431-01, 02, 06, & 09-11, and 1016-121-0407)., WITHIN THE CITY OF CHINO SPHERE OF INFLUENCE AND IN CONNECTION WITH (PREZONE/ANNEXATION PL23-0014) AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2010-06.
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-005
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SELECTED PROVISIONS OF THE ZONING CODE (CHAPTER 20.16 - RIGHT TO FARM AND CHAPTER 20.20 - NONCONFORMING USES, STRUCTURES AND PARCELS) OF THE CITY OF CHINO. PL23-0015 (ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT).
Moved by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Burton, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to 1) Conduct a public hearing; 2) adopt Resolution No. 2023-041 approving an addendum to the City of Chino General Plan Environmental Impact Report (SCH No. 2008091064) (EIR) for the prezoning and general plan amendment for the Ramona Francis Annexation project area; 3) approve the introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-015, approving PL23-0014 (Prezone/Annexation), in conjunction with the proposed annexation of the Ramona Francis Annexation area, to be read by number and title only, and waive further reading of the Ordinance; 4) adopt Resolution No. 2023-040 approving PL23-0041 (General Plan Amendment), 5) approve the introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-005, PL23- 0015 (Zoning Ordinance Amendment), to be read by number and title only, and waive further reading of the Ordinance; and 6) adopt Resolution No. 2023-039, requesting that the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) initiate annexation proceedings for PL23-0014(Prezone/Annexation).
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
11. Yorba Villas Pre-Annexation and Development Agreement. Introduction of Ordinance No. 2023- 014 approving the Yorba Villas Pre-Annexation and Development Agreement.
Mayor Ulloa opened the public hearing.
Fred Galante, City Attorney presented a report on the item.
There being no request to address the City Council on this item, the public hearing was closed.
Council Member Lucio commented that this same annexation project was 5 years ago and due to the community uproar, he voted against it, however, there is now no opposition for this project. He voted against this annexation in support of the residents and is hopeful for sewer improvements to help residents with these services.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock and Council Member Burton concurred with Council Member Lucio's concerns.
A resident commented that the reason there is no opposition to the proposed annexation project is because the County already approved the annexation.
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Interim Director of Development Services Morelion requested a clerical correction in the staff report that changes the properties from 13.25 acres to 13.35 acres and will be corrected in the development agreement. City Attorney Galante stated the same changes would apply to the Ordinances.
City Attorney Galante read the title of the Ordinances into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-014
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE PRE-ANNEXATION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND DEVELOPMENT OF APPROXIMATELY 13.35 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF CHINO'S SPHERE OF INFLUENCE (APNs 1013-211-21 & -22); AUTHORIZING SUCH DEVELOPMENT PER CHAPTER 20.13; AND APPROVING SANITARY SEWER
SERVICE FOR THE PROPERTY SUBJECT TO LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION AUTHORIZATION.
Moved by Council Member Burton, seconded by Council Member Lucio, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to 1) Conduct a public hearing; 2) approve introduction of Ordinance No. 2023- 014, approving the Pre-Annexation and Development Agreement by and between the City of Chino and Yorba Villas, LLC, to be read by number and title only, and waive further reading of the Ordinance; 3) adopt the CEQA findings included as part of the Ordinance; 4) adopt the Addendum to the Project EIR confirming no further CEQA review is required; and 5) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
NEW BUSINESS
12. Introduction of Ordinance 2023-016 - Community Services Department and Commission Name Change Revisions to Chino Municipal Code to Change the Name of the Department of Community Services to the Department of Community Services, Parks, and Recreation.
Fred Galante, City Attorney presented a report on this item.
City Attorney Galante read the title of the Ordinances into the record.
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-016
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING MULTIPLE SECTIONS OF CHINO MUNICIPAL CODE TO CHANGE THE NAME
OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT AND THE COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMISSION
Moved by Council Member Burton, seconded by Council Member Lucio, and carried on a -0-0 vote to approve the introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-016, amending the Chinc unicipal Code to change the name of the Department of Community Services to the Department of Community Services, Parks, and Recreation, to be read by number and title only, and waive further reading of the Ordinance.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
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ABSENT: NONE.
13. Final Acceptance of Public Improvement - Parcel Map No. 19889 (Liberty Property Limited Partnership): Accept the public improvements for Liberty Property, L.P., PM 19889, located on the southwest corner of Eucalyptus and Yorba Avenues, as complete and authorize release of the performance bond and initiate the warranty bond.
Jesus Plasencia, Assistant City Engineer presented a report on the item.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Lucio, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to 1) Accept public improvements as complete for PM 19889; 2) authorize release of the performance bond and initiate the warranty bond; and 3) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
14. Award of Construction Contract: Kimball Avenue Preserve Improvements Project (ST232).
Award a construction contract to C.P. Construction Co., Inc., Upland, CA, in the amount of $2,959,540 for Project No. ST232 - Kimball Avenue Preserve Improvements.
Michele Hindersinn, Principal Engineer presented a report on the item.
Amer Jaker, Special Projects Administrator requested a typographical correction and properly re-order the numbers on the recommendation beginning with item number 4.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock thanked staff for the work done on this project and noted that the road improvements are already displaying wear and asked if this is going to be corrected.
Principal Engineer Hindersinn explained that slurry seal is included as part of the project at south half of Kimbell and can consider slurry seal for the remaining area.
Council Member Burton asked if the County would reimburse some of the improvement costs.
Principal Engineer Hindersinn confirmed that the storm drain component $973,000 would be reimbursed by the county.
Council Member Lucio asked if the Bickmore project will be completed. Special Projects Administrator Jaker explained that the proposed project is a long-term project that requires pole relocation, and it is uncertain if there will be road closures.
Dennis Ralls, Traffic Engineer reported that the Bickmore project is estimated to be completed at the end of July.
Council Member Lucio asked staff to clarify the status of the left turn proposal to this shopping center that was brought before a recent workshop. Principal Engineer Hindersinn explained that staff is waiting for the consulting firm cost estimate and have not submitted it to the applicant.
Council Member Lucio expressed appreciation for staff efforts to complete this road improvement.
Council Member Flores commented that he is aware of residents' concern of the lack of communication with the city and encouraged increased communication to inform residents of active construction information.
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Moved by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to approve 1) Appropriate $2,234,516 from the Transportation Fund (320) with a backfill from the unappropriated reserves of the Bridges, Signals, and Thoroughfare Preserve Development Impact Fee Fund (260); 2) appropriate $1,216,812 from the unappropriated reserves of the Citywide Storm Drain Fund 540, with a corresponding reimbursement increase to the same project budget ST232; 3) increase the project budget for the Kimball Avenue Preserve Improvements Project ST232 by $3,500,000 for a new revised project budget of $4,556,240.94;4) ratify amendment to the Cooperative Agreement Pass Through, with the County of San Bernardino for the Kimball Avenue Drainage Improvements 4) award a construction contract in the amount of $2,959,540 to C.P. Construction Co., Inc., Upland, CA for Chino Preserve Street and Storm Drain Improvements at Kimball Avenue Project (ST232); 5) authorize expenditures of up to $295,954 for construction management, $147,977 for inspection costs, and $395,259 for construction contingency; and 6) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
15. Approve the Pre-Qualified List and Vendor Cap for Capital Improvement Project Management and Related Services. Approve the pre-qualified list of firms to perform Capital Improvement Project Management and Related Services on an as-needed basis.
Michele Hindersinn, Principal Engineer presented a report on the item.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Flores, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to 1) Approve the pre-qualified list of firms to perform Capital Improvement Project Management and Related Services on an as-needed basis; 2) approve a Professional Services Agreement with EXP U.S. Services, Inc. for On-Call Civil Engineering Services for Public Works Capital Improvement Project Management and Related Services for a total contract amount not-to-exceed $250,000; 3) approve a Professional Services Agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc., for On-Call Civil Engineering Services for Public Works Capital Improvement Project Management and Related Services for a total contract amount not-to-exceed $650,000; 4) approve a Professional Services Agreement with Z&K Consulting, Inc., for On-Call Civil Engineering Services for Public Works Capital Improvement Project Management and Related Services for a total contract amount not-to-exceed $900,000; and 5) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
16. Appointment of Community Services Commissioners. Approve the appointments of Robert Martinez, Julissa Montenegro-Olivas, . Patricia Pereda Arlt, and Jamie Aviles to the Community Services Commission.
Mayor Ulloa presented a report on this item.
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Moved by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Burton, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to approve the appointment of Robert Martinez, Julissa Montenegro-Olivas and Patricia Pereda Arlt to the Community Services Commission for a four-year term ending June 30, 2027, and Jamie Aviles for a term ending June 30, 2024.
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
Mayor Ulloa directed the City Clerk to administer the Oath of Office to the new commissioners and noted that Patricia Pereda Arlt was unable to attend and will have her Oath taken at a later date.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock thanked all the applicants for applying and congratulated the recently appointed applicants for their dedication to serve in the Community Services Commission.
17. Commissions Discussion. Discussion regarding Community Services and Planning Commissioners.
Mayor Ulloa provided a report on this item to request input from the City Council on Commission appointments.
Council Member Flores explained that he is a proponent of representation of all areas of the city. He noted that he would like to have commission meetings recorded so that all residents can have access.
Council Member Lucio expressed support in having the entire council to be given the opportunity to participate in the panel for commission appointments and would consider supporting jurisdiction representation. He would like to see this topic discussed in a public forum.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock explained that she sees value in hearing members of the public, commissioners, staff, and fellow council members. She noted that she envisions to advocate the importance of being involved in advisory board meetings.
Council Member Burton expressed concern with individual council member appointment of commissioners. He noted that he is a proponent of televised commission meetings. He noted that he is against term limits because he sees the value of the experience and knowledge that incumbents bring to the platform.
Mayor Ulloa asked staff to clarify an ex officio role for the planning commission. City Attorney Galante explained that that an ex officio role would serve as an advisory purpose but would not have any voting power. Mayor Ulloa requested staff to report on the possibility of televising commission meetings, discuss the pros and cons for voting by jurisdiction district.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock expressed concern that the ex officio would not have voting power.
Mayor Ulloa and the Council agreed to 1) arrange a meeting between the Planning Commission and the Community Services, Parks, and Recreation Commission to discuss the commission appointment process; 2) schedule a Council workshop to discuss the ex officio member(s) to the Planning Commission and identify any cost impacts or staff impacts to conduct the televised commission meeting recordings; commissioner appointments process; 3) City Council Workshop to make a decision.
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Mayor Ulloa
Mayor Ulloa reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included the FFA Buyers appreciation dinner; Chino Desalter Authority Finance Committee meeting; the Taste of Chino Valley; attended the funeral services for Council Member Lucio's father; Cristina Garza's 100* Birthday celebration; threw the first pitch Chino Girls Fast Pitch Opening Ceremony; provided the prayer at the City, County, and State and National Elected Leaders event that occurred at the Calvary Chapel Chino Hills; Fireworks Spectacular event; conducted Council Liaison interviews; Omnitrans and SBCTA Board meeting; Council Closed Session meeting; and invited everyone to attend the FFA Chino Junior Fair that will be held at the Chino Fairgrounds; and acknowledged Jenae Baker from the Chino Police Department for her talented voice and singing the National Anthem.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included the funeral services for Council Member Lucio's father; Community Services Commission meeting; City Manager meeting; Council Liaison interviews.
18. Community Support Contribution. Approve Community Support Contributions to the American Cancer Society ($250), Chino Neighborhood House ($1,000), and Rancho Del Chino Rotary Club ($250).
Council Member Burton provided a report on the item.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Flores, and carried on a 5-0-0 vote to approve community support fund contributions: to the American Cancer Society ($250), Chino Neighborhood House ($1,000), and Rancho Del Chino Rotary Club ($250).
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, LUCIO.
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
Council Member Burton
Council Member Burton reported I on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included the Taste of Chino Valley; Open House at the Fire Station on Kimball for the Police Substation; City Manager meeting; New Southern California Edison Representative Melissa Boyd meeting; Community Services Commission meeting; City Employee City Manager meeting; meeting with a resident; Musical Celebration Calvary Chapel Chino Hills; Chino Fireworks Spectacular celebration; City Manager meeting; Congresswoman Norma Torres meeting; and Closed Session meeting.
Council Member Flores
Council Member Flores reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included the American Musical Heritage event; Chino Fireworks Spectacular celebration; meeting with a resident and thanked Warren Morelion and his staff; thanked Jack Morgan for his years of services to the City of Chino; and the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce Leadership Collaborative.
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Council Member Lucio
Council Member Lucio thanked the Council for attending his father's funeral; He invited everyone to attend this year's Demolition Derby which will occur on July 22. He has a car that will participate in the derby and he thanked the sponsors and announced that the proceeds will go towards feeding 450 families for Thanksgiving.
City Manager's Report
City Manager Reich concurred with the Council comments regarding the Chino Fireworks Spectacular event and thanked the city staff for their efforts to make this event a success. She thanked city employee Jack Morgan for his years of service.
City Manager Reich announced the new Chino Chief of Police selection Kevin Mensen. Deputy Chief of Police Kevin Mensen thanked the City Manager, the City Council, the Executive Team and the men and women of the Police Department for their support and is looking forward to working with everyone. He thanked his wife Desiree, a math teacher at Magnolia Junior High School.
City Attorney's Report
City Attorney Fred Galante congratulated Kevin Mensen on the appointment. He also confirmed that a Planning Commission ex officio member is not limited on the voting rights.
Police Chief's Report
Police Chief Wes Simmons reported he is excited for his retirement and is grateful for the support everyone has given him. He provided a report on the 4 of July related service calls and noted the number of calls increased from prior years. He noted that the Police Department issued citations to 33 Chino residents and 18 non-residents for the use of illegal fireworks. He thanked the Fire Department for their assistance with the Police Department substation near The Preserve.
Fire Chief's Report
Deputy Fire Chief Jeremy Ault reported that the fire department increased staff and paramedic personnel for the Fireworks Spectacular celebration and provided a report on the 4th of July community risk reduction efforts. He congratulated Chief Simmons on his retirement and Deputy Chief Mensen on his promotion.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m. The next meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, July 18, 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 STH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2023
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EUNICE M. ULLOA, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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