CITY OF CHINO
MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS
APRIL 16, 2024 - Covering meetings from March 1 through March 31, 2024 Members of the Chino City Council are assigned to represent the City on several external agencies, committees, boards, and task forces. This report summarizes the actions and discussions of those entities as they may impact or be of interest to the City of Chino, its businesses, and its residents.
CHAFFEY COLLEGE CHINO COMMUNITY CENTER OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report By: Silvia Avalos The March meeting was rescheduled to April 16, 2024.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 16, 2024
Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report By: Ellyse Martinez Meeting Date: March 18, 2024 (Board meeting)
1. Ellyse Martinez attended the Red Wing Shoes ribbon cutting on March 16, 2024. She presented the business with a certificate of recognition.
2. Council and Staff attended the Chamber’s Salute to Public Safety on March 21, 2024. Mayor Ulloa presented honorees with certificates of recognition.
3. Staff attended a Chamber business mixer at Gozo Kitchen and Lounge on March 27, 2024.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 15, 2024
CHINO BASIN DESALTER AUTHORITY
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: D ave Crosley Meeting Date: March 7, 2024
The C hino Basin Desalter Authority Board of Directors conducted routine business, including approval of amendments to two service agreements, and the reconciliation of FY 2022/23 cost allocation.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 4, 2024
CHINO BASIN WATERMASTER
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: Dave Crosley Meeting Date: March 28, 2024
The Board of Directors conducted routine business, including approval of an employment contract for Todd Corbin, who begins in the role of General Manager on April 15, 2024.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 25, 2024
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CHINO VALLEY INDEPENDENT FIRE DISTRICT Liaison to Board of Directors Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Linda Reich Meeting Date: March 13, 2024
1. The Fred L. Burns Award for 2023 was presented to Steve Elie for his involvement in the Chino Valley Fire Foundation Heart Safe and Bleed Safe community programs. Chino Council Member Karen Comstock provided a Certificate of Recognition to Mr. Elie on behalf of the City.
2. The Board approved the Second Reading of Ordinance 2024-01, increasing the compensation of the Board of Directors effective July 1, 2024. The item was passed 4-1, with Board Member DeMonaco voting “No.”
3. During the Liaison Reports to the Fire District, Mayor Pro Tem Comstock and Liaison to the Fire Board , Karen Comstock, reported on Chino Days , the sale of retired City street signs , and the status of Chino Measure V.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 10, 2024
CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Vivian Castro Meeting Date: March 7, 2024
1. During Comments from Employee Representatives, the Associated Chino Teachers representative stated that negotiations were at an impasse and that a session with a state mediator is scheduled for April 16.
2. New Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 5010 -Notification - The Board adopted a new Board Policy and Administrative Regulation that requires parent/guardian notification about their student in specified circumstances. The item was moved by Na and seconded by Cruz. The motion carried 4-1, with Bridge voting no. The student representative voted No.
3. Amendment to Fiscal Impact for Bid No. 22 -23-0SF, Preserve II School - The Board approved amending the funding source for Bid No. 22-23-0SF for new construction of the Preserve II School, which was listed as Measure G Building Fund 21. Due to additional sources of funding being utilized for this project, Capital Facilities Fund 25 and ELOP Fund 01 , the bid had to be amended to obtain Board approval to utilize the additional funding source. The item was approved as part of the Consent calendar, which passed unanimously (5-0), as amended.
4. During the Board and Superintendent comments, there was mention of the ongoing labor negotiations and the desire for those to be resolved before meeting the State labor mediator.
5. Superintendent Enfield stated that Woodcrest Junior High School in Chino was named a California Distinguished School.
6. Board President Sonja Shaw spoke about efforts to recall her from the school board.
Meeting Date: March 21, 2024
1. The employee representative for the Associated Chino Teachers provided comments on labor negotiations.
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2. The Board approved the revision of Board Policy 6146.1, regarding High School Graduation Requirements, and Board Policy 6146, regarding Differential Graduation and Competency Standards for Students with Disabilities.
3. Board members provided comments and concerns regarding the March 7 public meeting.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 4, 2024
CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT – Measure G Oversight Committee Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Silvia Avalos No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: May 1, 2024
CITIZEN’S COMMITTEE FOR CIM & CIW
Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report By: Aaron Kelliher No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 9, 2024
INLAND EMPIRE UTILITIES AGENCY REGIONAL SEWERAGE PROGRAM Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dave Crosley Meeting Date: March 7, 2024
The Policy Committee received updates regarding the Chino Basin Program and the IEUA Operations Unit.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 4, 2024
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES – I nland Empire Division
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 4, 2024
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES – Legislative Task Force
Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report by: Vivian Castro No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: TBD
OMNITRANS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: March 6, 2024
The Omnitrans Board received a report on the Management Plan Strategic Initiatives and Key Performance Indicators for Fiscal Year 2024 Second Quarter. The report indicates that systemwide ridership is up by 10.8% MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS – APRIL 16, 2024 (Covering Meetings from 3/1/24 – 3/31/24) PAGE 4
this quarter. On-time performance was 78.5% for fixed route service while that for OmniAccess was 95.7%. A survey of customers during the quarter indicated that OmniAccess received a positive rating of 84.9%. No Chino area specific metrics were included in the report.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 3, 2024
ONTARIO INTERNATIONA L AIRPORT AUTHORITY (OIAA) INTER -AGENCY COLLABORATIVE (ROUNDTABLE)
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez Meeting Date: March 5, 2024
Alan Wapner, President, OIAA Board of Commissioners, provided welcome remarks . Atif Elkadi, CEO, OIAA, provided the ONT airport report, including the arrival of a new Global Entry Enrollment Center. The new center is the sixth in California and will offer a convenient, local option for international travelers from the Inland Empire and nearby communities who wish to enroll in the popular program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States. Ray Wolfe, Executive Director with San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) provided a transportation update. Otis Greer, Director of Legislative & Public Affairs with SBCTA, provided a legislative update. Steve Lambert , 20/20 Network, led a discussion about the need for more positive news stories about the Inland Empire.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 4, 2024
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SOLID WASTE ADVISORY TASK FORCE
Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report by: Xo chitl Huerta No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 17, 2024
SBCTA – San Bernardino Co. Transportation Authority Board of Directors Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: March 6, 2024
The Board approved all requested changes to the FY 2017/18 Transportation Development Act - Article 3 grant program. Chino requested a major scope change to address a difference in the bicycle classification facility type built with the grant. The approved applicat ion indicated Chino would build dedicated Class I bicycle facilities; however, the City constructed Class II & III facilities that share the roadway with vehicles.
Chino also requested a time extension until the end of 2024 to allow for final billing to be processed with the Chino Valley Unified School District , which incorporates portions of the project scope into the public improvements constructed as part of the Chino High School Improvement Project. The item also included change requests from Rialto, Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino, and Fontana. All change requests were approved on consent without discussion. This approval allows Chino to be reimbursed the full grant amount of $440,081.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 3, 2024
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SBCTA – City Selection Committee
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Applications for board vacancies closed on March 8. On April 3, the City Selection Committee meeting and elections will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the Santa Fe Depot, in San Bernardino, immediately following the SBCTA Board of Directors meeting.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 3, 2024
SCAG – General Assembly
Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: General Assembly to reconvene May 2-3, 2024 Santa Ana Watershed Advisory Council
Council Representative: Chris Flores | Staff Report by: Dave Crosley No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: TBD
Water Facilities Authority Board of Directors
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: D ave Crosley Meeting Date: March 21, 2024
The Water Facilities Authority Board of Directors conducted routine business , including approval of a 2024 Class & Compensation Study Schedule B, and received proposed FY 2024/25 budget information.
Next anticipated meeting date: May 16, 2024
West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District
Council Representative: Chris Flores | Staff Report by: V ivian Castro Meeting Date: March 26, 2024
1. The Board was presented reports on Staff, Field Operations, Vector Disease and Surveillance, Outreach Activities, and Administrative matters.
2. The Board approved the following:
a. Resolution No. 2024-02, revising the District’s Public Records Act Request Guidelines. b. Resolution No. 20 24-03, affirming the District's Conflict of Interest Code Pursuant to the Political Reform Act of 1974.
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c. Resolution No. 2024-04, amending the District’s Claims Procedures.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 23, 2024