CHINO CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2023
MINUTES
CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 PM
OPEN SESSION - 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The October 17, 2023, Regular Meeting of the Chino City Council / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 5:02 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem Karen C.
Comstock in the Council Chambers.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Pro Tem Karen C. Comstock, Council Member Curtis Burton, Council Member Christopher Flores, and Council Member Marc Lucio ABSENT: Mayor Eunice M. Ulloa
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no requests to speak.
CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Fred Galante read into the record the item listed on the Closed Session agenda.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 Number of Potential Cases: One
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to Paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9.
Number of Cases: One
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:03 p.m. and concluded at 5:40 p.m. The City Council reconvened the meeting at 6:02 p.m.
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FLAG SALUTE
Council Member Flores led the assembly in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
CEREMONIALS
Proclamations
Lights On Afterschool Day. Proclaim October 26, 2023 as Lights On Afterschool Day.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock read into the record the proclamation designating October 26, 2023 as Lights On Afterschool Day, and presented it to Nicholas Gallardo, CSPR Coordinator, City and Tricia Huffman, Grant Funded Manager, SOAR After School Program, Chino Presentations
Chino Police Department Chaplain Retirement. Recognition of Pastor Sheldon Boyd on his retirement.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock presented Chaplain Sheldon Boyd with a City Tile in recognition of his twenty-seven years of service to the Chino Police Department and Chino community. Mayor Pro Tem Comstock relayed Mayor Ulloa's message, wishing Chaplain Boyd a sincere congratulations on his retirement. Pastor Mike Spradlin and Chino Police Chief Mensen congratulated Chaplain Boyd and announced the retirement celebration taking place October 30 at the Police Department.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Fred Galante reported on closed session as follows:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 Number of Potential Cases: One
The City Council received an update, and no further reportable action was taken
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to Paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9
Number of Cases: One
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock abstained and recused herself from this Closed Session item. The City Council received an update, provided direction, and no further reportable action was taken.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
City Manager Linda Reich reported agenda item No. 4 will be pulled for a staff report.
INFORMATION
Legislative Update. Receive and File the Legislative Update.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock announced the legislative update is available in the agenda packet.
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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock issued a reminder about the following scheduled community events:
The Chino Police Department Community Open House will be held at the Chino Police station, located at 5450 Guardian Way, on Saturday, October 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more information, call 909-334-3000.
The City's Halloween House Decorating Contest has begun and residents can enter their nomination by sending their entries by direct message to the City's Instagram or Facebook accounts before the deadline on October 30 at 5:30 p.m. For more details, visit www.cityofchino.org/halloweenhome.
The City's Halloween Spookacular event will take place on Tuesday, October 31 at Ruben S.
Ayala Park, specifically Fields 11, 12, and 13, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For details on the purchase and pick up of pre-sale carnival wristbands and all things Halloween Spooktacular, please visit www.cityofchino.org/halloween.
The Chino Youth Museum Fall "A Hollywood Bingo Bash" Fundraiser will be held at the Chino Fairgrounds Brinderson Hall on Monday, November 13. Doors will open at 5:15 p.m., dinner at 5:15 p.m., and Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the Chino Youth Museum and Senior Center for $30 and $25 for ages 55 plus. For more information, call 909-334-3270.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock announced the pink ribbon displayed on the dais were in support of breast cancer awareness and noted that the Chino Police Department is selling pink police patches for $10 for interested residents.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock acknowledged students from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona and Ayala High School for attending the City Council meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chaplain Sheldon Boyd, Cornerstone Community Church, provided the invocation.
Steve Chung, announced the grand opening of Church of the Southlands new Chino campus, and presented the Council with a gift to commemorate their grand opening.
Pastor Richard Kim, Church of the Southlands, expressed it was an honor to be in Chino and introduced the services his church has to offer to the members of the Chino community.
Melissa Compani, Field Representative for Curt Hagman Fourth District Supervisor's Office, provided announcements and an update on upcoming events.
Martha Collins, of C.A.S.A. San Bernardino provided an introduction and information on an upcoming fundraiser for foster youth.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Warrants. Approve expenses as audited and within budget for warrants 767461 to 767655, and Electronic Fund Transfers 518041E to 518114E, totaling $5,319,524.07.
2. Minutes. Regular Meeting Minutes for October 3, 2023 (Mayor Pro Tem Comstock Absent-Excused).
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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.
ITEM 4 PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE ACTION.
5. Fiscal Year 2022 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG). Authorize the acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2022 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) in the amount of $24,609 to purchase laptops and an interactive whiteboard for the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
6. Amendment No. 7- Preliminary Engineering & Design Services Pine Avenue Improvement Project (ST203). Approve Amendment No. 7 with Proactive Engineering Consultants for Preliminary Engineering and Design Professional Services in an amount of $102,308, for a revised agreement total not-to-exceed $1,370,426.
7. Purchase Order - Pres-Tech Manufacturers' Representatives, Inc. Approve a purchase order in the amount of $87,460.96 for the purchase of a 2024 Single Axle Valve Turner Vacuum Trailer.
8. Purchase Order - Los Angeles Truck Centers LLC. Approve a Purchase Order in the amount of $641,175.57 to Los Angeles Truck Centers LLC for a model year 2025 Freightliner 114SD Sewer Vacuum Truck and a model year 2024 Ford F-550 Regular Cab Service Body Truck.
9. Purchase Order - Altec Industries, Inc. Approve a purchase order for a 2025 Ford F-550 boom truck in the amount of $177,983.45.
10. Adoption of Ordinance No. 2023-019. Adoption of Ordinance No. 2023-019 approving PL20-0003 (Prezone/Annexation) in conjunction with the annexation of the East End Annexation area (Second Reading).
Motion by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Burton, to approve Consent Calendar items 1-3 and 5-10. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
4. Resolution Denouncing Antisemitism and Condemning all Forms of Hate. Adopt Resolution 2023-065, a Resolution Denouncing Antisemitism and Condemning All Forms of Hate in the City of Chino.
Jackie Melendez, Assistant City Manager, presented a report on the item and noted there are members of various faiths present in support of Resolution No. 2023-065. She noted that Jason Moss, Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, who approached the City to adopt a resolution, sent in comments that were provided to all City Council members.
Rabbi Harlig, Chabad Jewish Center of Chino Hills, thanked the City Council for the opportunity to speak, specifically about the recent tragedies that occurred in Israel and spoke in favor of goodness and kindness in this world. The Rabbi prayed for the injured and for all who are suffering.
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Fateh Quraishi, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, thanked the City Council, spoke against hate, and is praying for peace so that no more lives are lost. He thanked the Chino Police Department for being proactive and invited everyone to the upcoming annual convention at the Chino Mosque.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock stated that residents are fortunate the City of Chino has a wide range of support from different faiths and asked the community to pray to support peace and hopes that stability is achieved
Motion by Council Member Burton, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to approve a Resolution Denouncing Antisemitism and Condemning all Forms of Hate. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
PUBLIC HEARING
11. Annexation of Territory into Existing Community Facilities District No. 2003-03 Improvement Area 5. Conduct a Public Hearing regarding Annexation No. 8 of Territory into Existing Community Facilities District No. 2003-03 Improvement Area 5.
Staff Report By: Rob Burns, Director of Finance
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Conduct a Public Hearing; 2) adopt Resolution No. 2023-062 calling a special election for the purpose of approving an annexation into Improvement Area 5 of the Community Facilities District No. 2003-03; 3) adopt Resolution No. 2023-063, declaring results of the special election; and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute all documents on behalf of the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock opened the public hearing.
Rob Burns, Director of Finance, provided a report on the item.
Hearing no requests to speak, Mayor Pro Tem Comstock closed the public hearing.
Motion by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Council Member Flores, to 1) Conduct a Public Hearing; 2) adopt Resolution No. 2023-062 calling a special election for the purpose of approving annexation into Improvement Area 5 of the Community Facilities District No. 2003-03; The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
Staff Report By: Rob Burns, Director of Finance
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock directed the City Clerk to open the ballots and declare the results of the special election.
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City Clerk Natalie Gonzaga reported all ballots had been cast in connection with the election to annex territory to improvement area 5 of the Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2003-03, and stated the election was declared closed. City Clerk Gonzaga reported the results for the election were unanimous, there were 13 votes in favor of the proposition.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock requested a motion to adopt Resolution 2023-063 certifying the results of the election.
Motion by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to 3) adopt Resolution No. 2023-063, declaring results of the special election; and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute all documents on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
NEW BUSINESS
12. Issuance of Bonds Community Facilities District 2021-1. Adopt Resolution 2023-064 for the issuance of Bonds for Community Facilities District (CFD) 2021-1.
Staff Report By: Rob Burns, Director of Finance
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 2023-064 of the City Council of the City of orial salemen, fiscal Agent Agromant. Bond Pachase Agement! Continuing Disclosure Agreement, and Appraisal Report (collectively, the "Bond Documents"); and 2) approve the Bond Counsel Agreement with Stradling, Yocca, Carlson & Rauth in the amount of $75,000.
Rob Burns, Director of Finance, provided a report on the item.
Motion by Council Member Burton, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to 1) Adopt Resolution No. 2023-064 of the City Council of the City of Chino, acting as the legislative body for Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 of the City of Chino (the "District"), approving the issuance of the bonds and the substantially final forms of the Preliminary Official Statement, Fiscal Agent Agreement, Bond Purchase Agreement, Continuing Disclosure Agreement, and Appraisal Report (collectively, the "Bond Documents"); and 2) approve the Bond Counsel Agreement with Stradling, Yocca, Carlson & Rauth in the amount of $75,000. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
13. Second Amendment - Edison Avenue Reimbursement Agreement (L.S. College Park, LLC):
design/construction of public improvements on Edison Avenue between Central to Oaks Avenues in the amount of $1,292,860 for a total contract amount not to exceed $13,700,000.
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Staff Report By: Sylvia Ramos, Associate Engineer
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Appropriate $342,463 to Fund 328 Measure 1 Arterial Subprogram with a corresponding revenue reimbursement increase retroactive to FY22-23; 2) appropriate $1,657,537 to Fund 328 Measure | Arterial Subprogram with a corresponding revenue reimbursement increase for FY23-24; 3) appropriate $3,269,000 to the Transportation Fund with a corresponding year end transfer from the Citywide Transportation Development Impact Fee Fund 220 for FY23-24; 4) increase the budget for ST163 by the additional appropriations listed above: $342,463 for FY22-23 for a revised reimbursement agreement budget of $8,773,463 and $4,926,537 for FY23-24 for a total revised agreement budget of $13,700,000; 5) approve an amendment to the reimbursement agreement 2017-152 with LS College Park, LLC. for the design/construction of public improvements on Edison Ave between Central and Oaks Avenues in the amount of $1,292,860 for a total reimbursement agreement of $13,700,000; and 6) authorize the City Manager to execute all the necessary documents of behalf of the City.
Jesus Plasencia, Assistant City Engineer, provided a report on the item.
Council Member Lucio requested staff to clarify the lane location, provide an update on any delays, and inquired about ADA ramp completion. Assistant City Engineer Plasencia confirmed the three lane project would start from Central Avenue to Mountain Avenue and reported the recent delays experienced were a result of the Southern California Edison manhole and lids adjustment project, which is scheduled to be completed by the end of the month. Mr. Plasencia noted the ADA ramps are complete and the ADA ramp designs changed when the City changed their ADA policy standards.
Council Member Burton asked if the project would include Edison and Oaks Avenues to address the existing drainage issues. Mr. Plasencia reported the Edison and Oaks Avenue improvements will take place once Southern California Edison relocates their underground conduits that are in conflict with the storm drain location, and once complete, the Lennar company will be able to begin the storm drain improvements at the intersection and up Oaks Avenue. He noted that once all the utility improvements have been completed, the City can begin the street and sidewalk improvement project.
Mr. Plasencia reported the improvement project will not be completed before the end of the year, but assured the Council that staff is in close communication with the contractor and to help expedite the completion of the contract.
Council Member Flores asked if the construction will pose problems for the City's Halloween Spooktacular event and Mr. Plasencia reported no impacts are anticipated.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock commented the road and sidewalk widening is a project that has been anticipated by all residents and concurred with Council Member Burton's concern with Edison and Oaks Avenue. She requested staff to address the landscape issues, specifically the unfinished Edison easement that runs along the pedestrian pathway at Ayala Park and looks forward to the Edison landscape design to be consistent with the City's landscape design.
Motion by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Council Member Flores, to 1) Appropriate $342,463 to Fund 328 Measure | Arterial Subprogram with a corresponding revenue reimbursement increase retroactive to FY22-23; 2) appropriate $1,657,537 to Fund 328 Measure | Arterial Subprogram with a corresponding revenue reimbursement increase for FY23-24; 3) appropriate $3,269,000 to the Transportation Fund with a corresponding year end transfer from the Citywide Transportation Development Impact
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Fee Fund 220 for FY23-24; 4) increase the budget for ST163 by the additional appropriations listed above: $342,463 for FY22-23 for a revised reimbursement agreement budget of $8,773,463 and $4,926,537 for FY23-24 for a total revised agreement budget of $13,700,000; 5) approve an amendment to the reimbursement agreement 2017-152 with LS College Park, LLC. for the design/construction of public improvements on Edison Ave between Central and Oaks Avenues in the amount of $1,292,860 for a total reimbursement agreement of $13,700,000; and 6) authorize the City Manager to execute all the necessary documents of behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
14. Purchase Order - M.K. Smith Chevrolet. Approve a Purchase Order in the amount of $421,531.04 for (2) 2023 Chevrolet Colorados, (2) 2023 Chevrolet Express Vans, (5) 2023 Chevrolet 1500 Regular Cab Pickup trucks for Public Works and (1) 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Police Department.
Staff Report By: Keith Martinez, Assistant Public Works Services Manager RECOMMENDATION: 1) Approve an additional appropriation of $22,200 from the unappropriated reserves of the Equipment Management Fund (660); 2) approve a purchase order to M.K. Smith Chevrolet, Chino, CA, in the amount of $421,531.04 for the purchase of two (2) Model Year 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, two (2) Model Year 2023 Chevrolet Express Vans, five (5) Model Year 2023 Chevrolet 1500 Regular Cab Pickup trucks for the Public Works Department, and one (1) Model Year 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Police Department; 3) increase the vendor cap for M.K. Smith Chevrolet to $568,274.88; and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.
Keith Martinez, Assistant Public Works Services Manager presented a report on the item.
Motion by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Council Member Flores, to 1) Approve an additional appropriation of $22,200 from the unappropriated reserves of the Equipment Management Fund (660); 2) approve a purchase order to M.K. Smith Chevrolet, Chino, CA, in the amount of $421,531.04 for the purchase of two (2) Model Year 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, two (2) Model Year 2023 Chevrolet Express Vans, five (5) Model Year 2023 Chevrolet 1500 Regular Cab Pickup trucks for the Public Works Department, and one (1) Model Year 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Police Department; 3) increase the vendor cap for M.K. Smith Chevrolet to $568,274.88; and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
15. Purchase Order - Fairview Ford Sales, Inc. Approve a Purchase Order to Fairview Ford Sales, Inc. in the amount of $674,479.85 for eleven (11) model year 2025 Ford Police Utility Interceptors for the Chino Police Department.
Staff Report By: Keith Martinez, Assistant Public Works Services Manager
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RECOMMENDATION: 1) Approve an appropriation in the amount of $50,000 from the unappropriated reserves of the Equipment Management Fund; 2) approve a purchase order to Fairview Ford Sales, Inc., San Bernardino, CA, in the amount of $674,479.85 for the purchase of eleven (11) Model Year 2025 Ford Police Utility Interceptors for the Police Department; 3) increase the vendor cap for Fairview Ford Sales, Inc. to $750,991.37; and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.
Keith Martinez, Assistant Public Works Services Manager presented a report on the item.
Council Member Burton requested staff to explain the process taken before city vehicles are replaced
Assistant Public Works Services Manager Martinez explained the vehicle age, mileage (approximately 100,000 miles), and maintenance costs are the components used to determine vehicle replacement. He noted that vehicles typically have a 3-year life cycle and confirmed City staff completes routine vehicle maintenance.
Council Member Burton noted the heavy usage of police vehicles and encouraged staff to be proactive with the vehicle orders. He thanked staff's efforts to ensure the police department has functional equipment.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock asked staff if the proposed purchase order is a budget allocation item. Assistant Public Works Services Manager Martinez confirmed the proposed purchase order is a budget allocation item and explained staff is fulfilling the vehicle purchase order that was included in the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
Council Member Lucio recommended staff seek bids from local vehicle dealerships and ensure they partake in the bidding process.
Motion by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Council Member Flores, to 1) Approve an appropriation in the amount of $50,000 from the unappropriated reserves of the Equipment Management Fund; 2) approve a purchase order to Fairview Ford Sales, Inc., San Bernardino, CA, in the amount of $674,479.85 for the purchase of eleven (11) Model Year 2025 Ford Police Utility Interceptors for the Police Department; 3) increase the vendor cap for Fairview Ford Sales, Inc. to $750,991.37; and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
16. Vendor Cap Increase and Award of Contract - American Guard Services, Inc. Approve a vendor cap increase in the amount of $25,000 for a total not-to-exceed amount of $75,000 for private security patrol services and award a new contract for a total not-to-exceed amount of $157,200 to American Guard Services, Inc.
Staff Report By: Jackie Melendez, Assistant City Manager
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RECOMMENDATION: 1) Approve a vendor cap increase with American Guard Services, Inc. in the amount of $25,000 for a total not-to-exceed amount of $75,000 for services through October 31, 2023, 2) Award a new contract to American Guard Services, Inc., Los Angeles, CA in the amount of $157,200, 3) appropriate $37,200 from the unappropriated reserves of the General Fund, and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City, and to approve up to two, one year contract extensions.
Jackie Melendez, Assistant City Manager provided a report on the item.
Council Member Flores expressed concern with the security guard turnover and asked that staff work with the security company to ensure the guards are aware of the public's rights regarding use of the front lawn at City Hall.
Assistant City Manager Melendez assured the Council that staff will address both concerns.
Motion by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to 1) Approve a vendor cap increase with American Guard Services, Inc. in the amount of $25,000 for a total not-to-exceed amount of $75,000 for services through October 31, 2023, 2) Award a new contract to American Guard Services, Inc., Los Angeles, CA in the amount of 5157,200, 3) appropriate $37,200 from the unappropriated reserves of the General Fund and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City, and to approve up to two, one year contract extensions. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Ulloa
Mayor Ulloa was absent (excused).
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included the City Council Workshop regarding Commissions; the Chino Valley Fire District Board Meeting; and noted that she missed the recent Council meeting due to being out of country to celebrate her parent's 49th wedding anniversary.
Council Member Burton
Council Member Burton reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included Coffee with a Cop at Painted Dough; Economic Horizon 2024 at El Prado Golf Course; Making Strides Breast Cancer Awareness event and encouraged staff to hold this event on an annual basis; Investment Advisory Committee; City Manager meeting; City Council Workshop to discuss the Commissions; Mayor's Prayer Breakfast; and Closed Session.
Council Member Flores
Council Member Flores reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included the Economic Horizon 2024 at El Prado Golf Course; Don Lugo High
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School car show; Praise Chapel Chino Valley Car Show; Investment Advisory Committee; City Manager meeting; City Council Workshop to discuss the Commissions; Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce Board meeting.
17. Community Support Fund - Council Member Flores. Approve community support tuna contribution to the Chino Youth Museum.
Staff Report By: Council Member Christopher Flores
RECOMMENDATION: Approve community support fund contribution of $500 to the Chino Youth Museum.
Motion by Council Member Burton, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to approve the community support fund contribution of $500 to the Chino Youth Museum. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: ULLOA
Council Member Lucio
Council Member Lucio reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last enter reginal Teeing Academy win Fontana Mayot
Acquanetta Warren and discussed the revitalization of downtown Fontana; Council Member Lucio expressed the need to revitalize downtown Chino so our residents can enjoy things here and to move the city forward and build relationships with nearby cities; expressed appreciation for the pink ribbons on the dais for breast cancer awareness; and met with Father Joseph of Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church to discuss prospective development projects on the property located on Chino Avenue.
City Manager's Report
City Manager Reich had no report.
City Attorney's Report
City Attorney Fred Galante reported the Governor signed 56 bills that related to affordable housing and a summary will be provided by his office.
Police Chief's Report
Chief Mensen reported the Chino Police Department continues to monitor all types of threat to the Chino community and urged residents to contact the Chino Police Department to report any strange activity so they can investigate it. Chief Mensen invited residents to the upcoming Police Department Open House which will take place on October 28.
Fire Chief's Report
Fire Deputy Chief Skibar reported the CONFIRE medical transportation agreement will be considered for a vote by the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors in November; announced Fire Station 68 is undergoing the CEQA review process until November 6 and the Chino Valley Fire Department Open House is scheduled on Saturday, October 21 at Chino Valley Fire Department Training Center.
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Mayor Pro Tem Comstock congratulated Fire Deputy Chief Skibar for his 30 year anniversary with Chino Valley Fire District.
ADJOURN
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock adjourned at 7:40 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. (Closed Session no earlier than 4:00 p.m. if necessary) in these Council Chambers.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 7TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2023.
KAREN COMSTOCK, MAYOR PRO TEM
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NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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(These minutes are not official until signed.)