CHINO CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2024
MINUTES
CLOSED SESSION – 5:00 PM
OPEN SESSION – 6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
The May 7, 2024, Regular Meeting of the Chino City Council / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 5:00 pm 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.
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 LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9 Number of Potential Cases: One
2. EXISTING LITIGATION: Stubbie Barr v. City of Chino
(San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVSB 2323286)
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:01 p.m. and concluded at 5:57 p.m. The City Council reconvened the meeting at 6:04 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
Council Member Flores led the assembly in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
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CEREMONIALS
National Mental Health Awareness Month. Proclaim May 2024 as National Mental Health Awareness Month.
Mayor Ulloa read into the record the Proclamation designating May 2024 as National Mental Health Awareness Month in Chino. Angie Garcia, Chino Community Services, Parks & Recreation Coordinator, and Kyoni Cummings, Education Coordinator, NAMI Greater Los Angeles County-Pomona Valley were present to accept the Proclamation.
Presentations
2024 Hall of Fame Award Recipient. Recognition of the 2024 Hall of Fame Award Recipient:
Glenn E. Duncan.
Mayor Ulloa called up Chino Valley Historical Society President Lynda Flathers and First Vice President Steve Halstead who presented the 2024 Hall of Fame Award for Mr. Glenn E.
Duncan. Mrs. Cindy Duncan and family were present to accept the award in memory and honor of Mr. Duncan. Mayor Ulloa announced the award would be displayed at the Chino Community Building.
Teen Advisory Committee. Recognition of the Teen Advisory Committee Members: Elena Rossen, Amy Dinh, Bridget Moore, Kendall Baldrias, Enrico Hernandez, Neil Jatakia, Kale Lo, Aurora Moore, Adrian Mora, Karisia Rojas, Ximena Tapia, and Isabella Zhong.
Mayor Ulloa called up Brissa Sanchez, City of Chino Community Services Parks and Recreation Coordinator, who presented certificates of recognition to City of Chino Teen Advisory Committee members.
Mayor’s Home Beautification Award. Presentation of Mayor’s Home Beautification Award for May 2024.
Mayor Ulloa announced the May 2024 Mayor's Home Beautification Award winner as Mary and Michael Ragland of Leticia Way in Chino, who were unable to attend the meeting to accept their award, but ensured staff will deliver their award to them.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Fred Galante reported out of closed session as follows:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9 Number of Potential Cases: One
Motioned by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Council Member Burton, to approved and authorize a settlement agreement with Bonadiman Water Inc. in the amount of $115,000, in exchange for a full release and waiver of any future claims for delay damages related to the Chino and Mountain Avenue storm drain project. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
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2. EXISTING LITIGATION: Stubbie Barr v. City of Chino (San Bernardino Superior Court Case No. CIVSB 2323286)
The City Council received a brief update, provided direction, and no further reportable action was taken.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
City Manager Linda Reich reported there were no additions or revisions to the agenda.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Ulloa issued a reminder about the following scheduled community events:
Bike Day is Saturday, May 11th, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Ruben S. Ayala Park in Chino.
This family -friendly event, presented by Healthy Chino and the Chino Police Department, promises fun for all ages with a special family bike ride. For more details, visit www.cityofchino.org/bikeday.
The American Legion Elmer C. Jertberg Post 299, in partnership with the City of Chino, is hosting their annual Memorial Day event on Monday, May 27, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Community Building, 5443 B Street, to honor the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom. For more information, please contact the Carolyn Owens Community Center at 909-334-3258.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Pastor Charlie Wong, CrossPoint Church Chinese Congregation, provided the invocation.
Todd Corbin, new Executive Director of Chino Basin Watermaster, provided an introduction.
Heather Parsons, Chaffey College, provided an update and announced the upcoming Chaffey College Foundation golf tournament.
Melissa Compani, Representative, Fourth District County Supervisor Hagman, announced updates and upcoming events hosted by Supervisor Hagman.
Mike Cargile, provided an introduction and spoke in opposition of the prison transfer at California Institute for Men.
Diane Boudreaux, Chino resident, asked the City Council to consider the Stark property $1 transfer from the State Department of Corrections to the State Department of Education/California Polytechnic University of Pomona Agriculture Program as an avenue to help preserve the City's agricultural roots.
Michael Gales, Chino resident, spoke in support of the Chino Police Department and thanked the Mayor for protecting the community.
Chino resident, expressed concern regarding truck traffic in The Preserve and requested information on the CIM petition.
Mayor Ulloa invited a student from Ontario Christian High School to the lectern for an introduction.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Warrants. Approve expenses as audited and within budget for warrants 770160 to 770479, and Electronic Fund Transfers 519100E to 519231E, totaling $7,280,833.77.
2. Minutes. Regular Meeting Minutes for April 16, 2024 (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.
4. Notice of Completion - CDBG Alley Project (G6220). Accept the CDBG Alley Project (G6220), with Wheeler Paving, Inc., Riverside, CA, Contract No.2024 -074, as complete and authorize the Director of Public Works to file the Notice of Completion.
5. Vendor Cap Increase - Towner Filtration. Approve a vendor cap increase with Towner Filtration in the amount of $13,000 for a total not -to-exceed amount of $63,000 for the purchase of micron filter cartridges used in the water treatment process at the City’s water treatment facilities.
6. Vendor Cap Increase - CityGreen Consulting, LLC. Approve a vendor cap increase with CityGreen Consulting, LLC., in the amount of $14,250 for a total not -to-exceed amount of $64,250 for software program assistance under Senate Bill (SB) 1383 mandates for commercial properties.
7. Final Acceptance of Public Improvements for Tract Map No. 20172 - Pulte Homes Company, LLC, generally located south of Bickmore Avenue, north of Pine Avenue, west of Rincon Meadows, and east of future Mayhew Avenue in The Preserve Specific Plan area. Accept public improvements as complete for Tract Map No. 20172; authorize release of the performance bond and initiate the warranty bond; and authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City.
8. Amendments to Memorandum of Understanding and Summary of Benefits. Approve Resolution No. 2024 -022 amending the Memorandum of Understanding for the American Federation of State, Country and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and the Summary of Benefits for Unrepresented Sworn Management.
Motion by Council Member Flores, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, to approve the Consent Calendar items 1-8 as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
NEW BUSINESS
9. Traffic Signal Installation at Eucalyptus & Fern Project (TR240). Award a construction contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc., Chino, CA, in the amount of $1,146,360 and authorize $114,636 for construction project contingencies, for a total contract not to exceed $1,260,996.
Staff Report By: Hye Jin Lee, PE, Director of Public Works
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RECOMMENDATION: Award a construction contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc., Chino, CA, for Project TR240 - Traffic Signal Modification at Eucalyptus/Fern in the amount of $1,146,360 and authorize $114,636 for construction project contingencies, for a total contract not to exceed $1,260,996; and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.
Albert Espinoza, City Engineer, provided a presentation on the item.
Council Member Lucio spoke regarding the history of the project.
Council Member Burton asked when the project is anticipated to be completed and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, responded Spring of 2025.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Burton, to Award a construction contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc., Chino, CA, for Project TR240 - Traffic Signal Modification at Eucalyptus/Fern in the amount of $1,146,360 and authorize $114,636 for construction project contingencies, for a total contract not to exceed $1,260,996; and authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Ulloa
10. Community Support Fund - Mayor Ulloa. Approve community support fund contributions for multiple non-profits and community groups for the Fiscal Year 2023-24.
Staff Report By: Mayor Ulloa
RECOMMENDATION: Approve community support fund contributions of $250 to American Cancer Society - Making Strides, $125 to Boy Scout Troop 201, $125 to Boy Scout Troop 205, $250 to Chino American Little League, $250 to Chino National Little League, $250 to Chino AYSO Region 67, $250 to Chino Youth Boxing Foundation, $250 to Chino Girls Fastpitch, $250 to Chino High School Sports Booster, $250 to Chino Kiwanis Club; $250 to Chino Neighborhood House, $250 to Chino Police Explorer’s Post #211, $250 to Chino Pop Warner, $250 to Chino Valley Soroptimist, $250 to Chino Youth Museum, $250 to Don Lugo High School Sports Booster, $250 to Food for Life Ministry, $250 to HOPE Family Resource Center, $250 to Isaish’s Rock, $250 to Rancho del Chino Rotary Club, and $250 to UChooz Positive Youth.
Motion by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to Approve community support fund contributions of $250 to American Cancer Society - Making Strides, $125 to Boy Scout Troop 201, $125 to Boy Scout Troop 205, $250 to Chino American Little League, $250 to Chino National Little League, $250 to Chino AYSO Region 67, $250 to Chino Youth Boxing Foundation, $250 to Chino Girls Fastpitch, $250 to Chino High School Sports Booster, $250 to Chino Kiwanis Club; $250 to Chino Neighborhood House, $250 to Chino Police Explorer's Post #211, $250 to Chino Pop Warner, $250 to Chino Valley Soroptimist, $250 to Chino Youth Museum, $250 to Don Lugo High School Sports Booster, $250 to Food for Life Ministry, $250 to HOPE Family
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Resource Center, $250 to Isaish's Rock, $250 to Rancho del Chino Rotary Club, and $250 to UChooz Positive Youth. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
Mayor Ulloa reported on the following meetings and events since the last meeting that included the Omnitrans Plans and Program Committee meeting; filmed Mayor messages; Volunteer Recognition dinner; KCAL news interview regarding California Institute for Men (CIM) concerns; Chino Valley Unified School District meeting to present a district award; Southern California Water Coalition Board of Director's meeting and quarterly luncheon; Zoom meeting regarding redistricting small communities; City Manager meeting; meeting with San Bernardino County Transportation Authority General Manager Ray Wolfe; The Preserve walking tour; Chino Desalter Authority Finance Committee meeting; Kiwanis Corn Feed Run Car Show; Habitat for Humanity Community Builder Award event; Celebration of Life for Pastor Moses Rodriguez; Montclair Mayor John Dutrey meeting regarding the unhoused; Chino Hills State of the City; Omnitrans Board of Directors meeting; National Day of Prayer; Chino Desalter Board of Director's meeting; Inland Empire Utility Agency Board of Directors meeting; Senior Center May Birthday Celebration, Rancho del Chino's Bingo night; Press Conference regarding CIM concerns; and Closed Session.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included the Cal Cities Conference; Community Services Commission meeting; Kiwanis Corn Feed Run Car Show; Celebration of Life for Pastor Moses Rodriguez; Press Conference regarding the CIM concerns and encouraged residents to get involved in support of the activities to advocate against the transfer of level four inmates at CIM; Congratulated the Glenn Duncan family for the Hall of Fame award; Congratulated the Teen Advisory Committee for their accomplishments; and wished all mothers in the community a Happy Mother’s Day.
Council Member Burton
11. Community Support Fund - Council Member Burton. Approve community support fund contribution to Food for Life Ministry, Rancho Del Chino Rotary Club, and Trail Life Troop 2678.
Staff Report By: Council Member Burton
RECOMMENDATION: Approve community support fund contribution of $500 to Food for Life Ministry, $500 to Trail Life Troop 2678, and $250 to Rancho del Chino Rotary Club.
Motion by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to Approve community support fund contribution of $500 to Food for Life Ministry, $500 to Trail Life Troop 2678, and $250 to Rancho del Chino Rotary Club. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
Council Member Burton reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last
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meeting that included the Cal Cities Conference and provided a report on the meetings attended, noting he was disappointed with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Director for the response towards the City of Chino's concern and expressed the need for the community's support; City Manager meeting; Meeting with City Consultant; Community Services, Parks & Recreation Commission meeting; Roundtable meeting with Senator Young Kim; meeting with resident regarding the Downtown Civic Center Master Plan; Kiwanis Corn Feed Run Car Show; San Bernardino County Transportation Authority meeting; water meeting with Dave Crosley; City Manager meeting; National Day of Prayer; City of Chino Corporate Challenge and thanked City staff for their excellent work coordinating the event; City Manager meeting; meeting with resident; and Closed Session.
Council Member Flores
12. Community Support Fund - Council Member Flores. Approve community support fund contribution to Rancho del Chino Rotary Club.
Staff Report By: Council Member Flores
RECOMMENDATION: Approve community support fund contribution of $250 to Rancho del Chino Rotary Club.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Burton, to Approve community support fund contribution of $250 to Rancho del Chino Rotary Club. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
Council Member Flores reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included the Kiwanis Corn Feed Run Car Show; congratulated the Glenn Duncan family for the Hall of Fame award; celebration of Life for Pastor Moses Rodriguez; congratulated Teen Advisory Committee Member Elena Rossen for being accepted to Notre Dame; wish all mothers a Happy Mother's Day; and announced he will participate in the City of Chino Corporate Challenge.
Council Member Lucio
Council Member Lucio reported on the following meetings and events attended since the last meeting that included a disaster management training for electrical power systems; Kiwanis Corn Feed Run Car Show; disaster management for public service training; City Manager meeting; Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Conference in Palm Springs; Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament; City Manager meeting; meeting with the Mayor regarding agricultural land; addressed social media remarks and explained the misconception between an inmate serving a life sentence versus an inmate who is on death row; and spoke against the level 4 inmates in the CIM.
City Manager's Report
City Manager Reich recognized May 5 -11, 2024, as Professional Municipal Clerk’s Week; thanked City staff for a successful Kiwanis Corn Feed Run Car Show; thanked City staff for participating in the City of Chino Corporate Challenge.
City Attorney's Report
City Attorney Galante provided a report on Senate Bill 9, regarding affordable housing.
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Police Chief's Report
Deputy Chief Bjelland thanked the Mayor and the Council Members for their leadership as they address the concerns associated with CIM, stating the Chino Police Department is trained on prison response and have contingencies planned to protect the City; reported the Police Department Crime Prevention Unit provided a presentation at the Senior Center regarding crime trends targeting seniors; and announced May 13-17, 2024 is Police Week.
Fire Chief's Report
Fire Chief Dave Williams announced the Chino Valley Fire District Fire Station 68 groundbreaking ceremony will take place on May 30, 2024.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. (Closed Session no earlier than 4:00 p.m. if necessary) in these Council Chambers.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 21ST DAY OF MAY 2024.
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EUNICE M. ULLOA, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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(These minutes are not official until signed.)