CHINO CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2023
MINUTES
OPEN SESSION - 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The December 5, 2023, Regular Meeting of the Chino City Council / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 6:00 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, and Council Member Marc Lucio ABSENT: NONE.
FLAG SALUTE
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock led the assembly in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
PERFORMANCE BY THE CHINO VALLEY COMMUNITY CHORUS
Mayor Ulloa welcomed the Chino Valley Community Chorus who performed a melody of holiday songs.
A brief recess was taken.
CEREMONIALS
2023 Sports Legends Youth Volunteer Award Winner. Recognition of the 2023 Sports Legends Youth Volunteer Award Winner, Tom Barr, Chino American Little League, for service to youth sports in the Chino Community.
Mayor Ulloa presented the 2023 Sports Legends Youth Volunteer Awards to Tom Barr, of the Chino American Little League, for service to youth sports in the Chino Community.
Business of the Month. Award of Business of the Month for December 2023 to Inland Empire Escrow.
Mayor Ulloa presented the Business of the Month Award for December 2023 to Inland Empire Escrow. Owner Linda Cooper, Roy Cooper, Kimberly Hohberg, and Kevin Cisneroz were present to accept the award.
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Mayor's Home Beautification Award. Award of Mayor's Home Beautification Award for December 2023.
Mayor Ulloa presented the Mayor's Home Beautification Award for December 2023 to Nicholas Magallanez and his family who were present to accept the award
AGENDA ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
City Manager Reich announced Consent Calendar Item No. 8 will be pulled and returned to staff for further review.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Ulloa announced the following community events and announcements:
Chino Youth Christmas Parade and Fair takes place on Saturday, December 9, 2023 starting at 9:00 a.m. at Riverside Drive and Monte Vista Avenue and ending at Central and Chino Avenue. The Holiday Fair and Carnival will also take place at the Civic Center, offering carnival rides, a craft fair, live family entertainment, an assortment of food vendors, and Santa's Village at the Chino Youth Museum. For additional information, visit cityofchino.org/parade.
Chino residents are invited to show off their holiday cheer by submitting a photo of their decorated home for the 2023 Holiday Home Decorating Contest. The photos and addresses from December 1 to December 13, with public voting from December 14 to December 20, 2023. The winner will be announced on December 21, 2023. For more details and the contest rules, visit cityofchino.org/holidayhome.
City Hall and most City facilities will observe a holiday closure or have limited hours starting December 22, with normal operations resuming on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Waste Management waste collection services will be delayed by one day during the week of December 25 and the week of January 1.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Pastor George Sasso, Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, provided the invocation.
Gil Aldaco, Board Member, Chino Basin Water Conservation District, provided an invitation to the 75th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon and provided the City Council with the District's annual calendar.
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. 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
3. City Holiday Closure 2023. Approval of City Hall Closure and Essential Services for December 26-28, 2023.
4. Reappointment to West Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District (WVMVCD) Board of Trustees. Approve the reappointment of Council Member Christopher Flores to West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District for a two year term.
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5. Appropriation of Earned Interest on Grant Funds. Approve the appropriation from the unappropriated reserves for AB3229 State COPS Grant Fund earned interest for additional grant expenditures for Police Department AB3229 grants FY 20/21 for $3,752.35; FY 21/22 for $4,690.99; and FY 22/23 for $1,449.21.
6. Community Facilities Districts Annual Reporting for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023. Receive and file the Community Facilities Districts Report for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023 pursuant to Senate Bill 165.
7. Development Impact Fee Report for Fiscal Year 2022-23. Receive and file the Development Impact Fee Report for Fiscal Year 2022-23.
ITEM NO. 8 WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
9. Final acceptance of Public Improvements for Tract Map No. 18923, BMCH California LLC. generally located south of Schaefer Avenue, north of Southern California Edison Easement, east of Fern Avenue and west of Euclid Avenue. Final acceptance of Public Improvements for Tract Map No. 18923, BMCH California LLC, generally located south of Schaefer Avenue, north of Southern California Edison Easement, east of Fern Avenue and west of Euclid Avenue.
10. Covenant Agreement to Annex for Sanitary Sewer Service and Request Approval from the San Bernardino Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) for the Property Located at 11667 Monte Vista Avenue within the City of Chino's Sphere of Influence. Adopt Resolution 2023-070 conditionally approving a Covenant Agreement to Annex for Sanitary Sewer and request approval from the San Bernardino LAFCO for sanitary sewer service for the property at 11667 Monte Vista Avenue.
11. Covenant Agreement to Annex for Sanitary Sewer Service and Request Approval from the San Bernardino Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) for the CarMax Vehicle Wholesale Auction Facility Project. Adopt Resolution 2023-074 conditionally approving a Covenant Agreement to Annex for Sanitary Sewer Service and request approval from the San Bernardino LAFCO for sanitary sewer service for the Project at 11708 East End Ave.
Motion by Council Member Burton, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to approve the Consent Calendar Items No. 1-7 and 9-11, as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
Amendment to Agreement - CrossPoint Church. Approve the Third Amendment to the Contract between CrossPoint Christian Reformed Church of Chino and the City of Chino to allow for continued truck and container storage on church property.
City Manager Reich pulled Item No. 8 to return to staff for further review.
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Ulloa
Mayor Ulloa reported the events attended since the last meeting including the Tree Lighting Ceremony; Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) Fall Conference on behalf of the Chino Desalter Authority. Mayor Ulloa requested City Staff look into programs offered related to cyber risk prevention; and shared information about upcoming legislation regarding water usage regulations that will greatly impact communities.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock reported the events attended since the last meeting that included the League of California Cities Conference and provided an update on State measures that are being tracked, especially those that will affect local communities; Reindeer Romp 5K; and the Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Mayor Pro Tem congratulated the Business of the Month recipients and thanked the Chino Valley Community Chorus for the performance.
Council Member Burton
Council Member Burton reported on meetings and events attended since the last meeting including City Manager meetings; Association of California Water Agency (ACWA) Conference and noted his concerns with new legislation being proposed by the State that will impact many communities; and the Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Council Member Burton congratulated Board Member Harvey Luth for his appointment as President to the Chino Valley Fire District Board; and asked residents to take time to enjoy the holiday season.
Council Member Flores
Council Member Flores reported the events attended since the last meeting including the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) Conference and shared his concerns regarding water use and infrastructure related to Accessory Dwelling Units; Assemblymember Freddie Rodriguez' Open House and Toy Drive; Tree Lighting Ceremony; and a meeting with a resident related to code enforcement.
Council Member Lucio
Council Member Lucio reported the events attended since the last meeting that included the Tree Lighting Ceremony; City Manager meeting; Reindeer Romp 5K; and thanked San Bernardino County Supervisor Curt Hagman for his support of Chino Rancho Park.
City Manager's Report
City Manager Reich thanked the Community Services, Parks & Recreation and Public Works Department for their work on the Tree Lighting Ceremony and reminded the public about the January 2, 2024 City Council regular meeting cancellation.
City Attorney's Report
City Attorney Galante provided information regarding the proposed State measure and discussed the water conservation enforcement efforts and how they will impact municipalities.
Mayor Ulloa expressed concern with proposed water conservation regulations and how it will be difficult for municipalities to meet the requirements.
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Police Chief's Report
Police Chief Mensen provided an announcement encouraging the public to not drink and drive.
Chief Mensen introduced Corporal Alex Wright, Chino Police Officers Association, who announced the brand new Santa's Sleigh that will be visiting the Chino Community to spread cheer during the holiday season.
Fire Chief's Report
Deputy Fire Chief Jeremy Ault reported the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors unanimously awarded the ambulance contract for San Bernardino County to CONFIRE, and noted that he is proud of the efforts that were made to achieve this support. Deputy Chief Ault reported a six month transition will take place with an official start of October 1, 2024, confirming there will be no lapse in service levels. Deputy Fire Chief Ault provided an update of events and services for the Chino Valley Fire District.
ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 7:23 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, December 19, 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 19th DAY OF DECEMBER 2023.
MAYOR
NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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(These minutes are not official until signed.)