2024 External Agency Reports 2024-06-18 (April 1-30, 2024)

CITY OF CHINO

MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS
JUNE 18, 2024 - Covering meetings from April 1 through April 30, 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 Meeting Date: April 16, 2024

1. New Member – The Chaffey College Governing Board officially appointed Margaret Fernandez, Dean of the Chaffey College Chino Campus, to serve on this committee.

2. Chino Instructional Building Construction Update – Troy Ament, Associate Superintendent, Administrative Services and Emergency Operations , provided an update on the construction of the new buildi ng at the Chino campus, noting that the project is on schedule and expected to be completed in late 2024 or early 2025.

3. Financial Statement Update – Patrick Cabildo shared the balance sheet and income statement through December 31, 2023. Total Capital is $247,123, and total profit year-to-date is $26,736.

4. Comments, Requests, Future Agenda Items – Chino Council Member Marc Lucio reported on the transfer of death row inmates to the C alifornia Institution for Men (CIM) in compliance with Prop 66. This is creating safety concerns, especially due to the dilapidated conditions at CIM.

Next anticipated meeting date: June 20, 2024
Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report By: Ellyse Martinez Meeting Date: April 15, 2024

1. On Friday, April 12, Council Members Flores, Burton, and staff attended the Retail Theft Roundtable with Assemblymember Freddie Rodriguez. Assemblymember Rodriguez informed attendees of current bills that may assist business owners in managing rising retail theft in California. Bills that were discussed are as follows: AB 1772 (Ramos): Theft, and AB 2943 (Zbur and Rivas) Crimes , shoplifting. The Assemblymember also answered various questions from attendees. Additionally, Chief Kevin Mensen updated the group on a partnership with the California Highway Patrol, which will focus on preventing retail theft in the Chino Valley.

2. Council Members Burton and Flores attended Pet Wants' grand opening and presented the business with a certificate of recognition.

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3. On Saturday, April 27, Council Member Flores and Ellyse Martinez attended the M Power Fitness Ribbon Cutting, where Council Member Flores presented the business with a certificate of recognition and wished them continued success in the community.

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ext anticipated meeting date: May 20, 2024

CHINO BASIN DESALTER AUTHORITY
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: D ave Crosley Meeting Date: April 4, 2024
The Board conducted routine business , including approval of the Board’s March 7, 2024, meeting minutes and receipt of the Treasurer’s Quarterly Reports – Financial Affairs, General Disbursements, Variance Review, and Investment. Total cash, investments, and restricted deposits were $35,718,664. As of December 31, 2023, CDA administration expenses totaled 49% of the annual budget, and Chino I Des alter and Chino II Des alter operating expenses were 46.6% and 44.6% of the respective annual operating budgets. T he investment portfolio rate of return was 2.23%.

Additionally, the Board received a report on a recent waterline failure at the Chino II Desalter and ratified the non-competitive procurement of emergency services to repair d amage caused by the incident. The incident did not adversely impact the delivery of CDA-produced water to Chino.

Next anticipated meeting date: May 2, 2024

CHINO BASIN WATERMASTER
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: Dave Crosley Meeting Date: April 25, 2024
The Watermaster Board of Directors received routine verbal reports from staff/consultants regarding ongoing activities, including the recalculation of the Basin Safe Yield (determination of the volume of groundwater that may be produced in a year without causing adverse impact) and Maximum Benefit Annual Report (describing the Waterma ster’s and IEUA’s su ccessful joint efforts to satisfy 9 commi tments made to the Regional Water Qu ality Control Board which allow for utilization of recyc led water in the Basin; if those commitments were not satisfied, then it is likely Chino and other stakeholders in the Ba sin would not be allowed to utilize recycled water for recharge and irrigation).

Also, the Board received a presentation of the staff’s proposed draft Fiscal Year 24/25 budget. That draft describes an estimated total budget of $10.5M, representing an 8% increase as compared to the current Fiscal Year budget and an estim ated FY 24/25 annual assessment of $96.21/ acre-foot. The stakeholders and staff are engaged in continuing discussions regarding the proposed draft budget, and refinements are possible before the budget is scheduled for approval consideration in May.

Additionally, the Bo ard received a brie fing pertaining to an under -construction recharge infrastructure project (approved budget of $25.3M) that ha s encoun tered several unexpected challe nges, collectiv ely representing a need for an addi tional $2.65M. T he Water master committees and Board will consider the matter during May meetings.

Next anticipated meeting date: May 23, 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: April 10, 2024

1. The Board recognized James E. Jenkins, Director of Airports for San Bernardino County, on his retirement.

2. During the Liaison Reports to the Fire District agenda item, Chino Mayor Pro Tern Karen Comstock reported on several community events, including the Residential Community Cleanup Day on April 13, the Kiwanis Corn Feed Run Car Show & Cruise on April 27 at the Chino Civic Center, and the Chino State of the City on May 14.

3. Director Haughey asked for Mayor Pro Te m Comstock’s insight regarding the transfer of death row inmates from San Quentin to the California Institution for Men (CIM) in Chino. Mayor Pro Tem Comstock responded with her experience as the retired Police Chief of Chino, stating that in its current state, CIM is not equipped to handle Level 4 inmates . Given its condition, CIM was designed only to handle Level 2 inmates. A discussion ensued about the possible outcomes and dangers the community may face with the incoming inmates and the additional measures needed to reduce the possibility of a worst- case scenario.

4. The Board adopted Resolution 2024 -06, which includes the list of properties declared for weed abatement, on a 5 -0 vote. Non-compliant property owners will receive a Notice to Destroy Weeds that outlines actions, compliance deadlines, and the availability of a Public Hearing process. Spring inspections for weed abatement begin May 6, and Fall inspections begin in September.

5. The Board approved the following on a 5-0 vote:
a. Resolution No. 2024-04 Budget Amendment No. 2, allocating FY 2023 budget surplus funds toward the reduction of pension liabilities.
b. Resolution No. 2024-05, adjusting the Fiscal Year 2023 -24 Amended Budget by adopting Budget Amendment No. 3. The most significant budget adjustment reflects higher than budgeted mutual aid response recoveries as well as an increase in Workers Comp insurance expenditures. The amendment also includes a positive adjustment reflecting interest revenues of an additional $538,000 due to favorable market conditions and increased investment activity , as well as an adjustment for District revenues.

6. The CONFIRE Ground Ambulance Implementation Team reported that there are 65 members working on the Implementation Team to bring the project to fruition. CONFIRE Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Mobile Health offices are currently located in the City of Redlands; long -term lease agreements are being worked on by the team. The Public Affairs Team is working with local Fire Chiefs on a social media video release to educate the communities with the "What to Expect Day 1" campaign. Local Fire Chiefs will record a video with a unified message of what the community can expect on October 1 and beyond from the new ambulance contract. The Implementation Team continues to meet with area stakeholders, including all hospitals within the community, as we seek to work collaboratively to improve patient outcomes and expe riences. CONFIRE Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Mobile Health have been engaged heavily in talent acquisition through a robust hiring initiative and continue to work on their recruitment plan over the next several months to ensure staffing meets the needs of the communities at MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS – JUNE 18, 2024 (Covering Meetings from 4/1/24 – 4/30/24) PAGE 4

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7. Board members reported attending numerous regional events and meetings, including several in the City of Chino.

Next anticipated meeting date: May 8, 2024

CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Vivian Castro Meeting Date: April 18, 2024

1. During the “Recognitions” portion of the Board of Education agenda, City of Chino Mayor Ulloa congratulated the school district for being a model Professional Learning Community at Work District and presented a certificate to the Board.

2. During the “Comments from Employee Representatives” item, Brenda Walker, A.C.T. President, thanked the school community for the outpouring of support for members during negotiations . She said A.C.T. came to an agreement with the District, and members are in the process of voting on whether to ratify the agreement. She noted that if it is ratified, they hope the school Board votes favorably to approve the agreement. She stated the Association will continue to need support on Special Education.

3. As part of the Consent Calendar, the Board a pproved (4-0, Na absent) the Change Order for Bid No. 22- 23-08f, Preserve II School - New Construction, BP 03-01, for the construction of a new Preserve II school.

Next anticipated meeting date: May 2, 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 Meeting Date: April 9, 2024
During the Warden’s Roundtable, the associate warden shared that the prison had received several death row inmates and that they anticipated receiving more inmates from San Quentin in the near future. According to CDCR, this movement of condemned inmates to other institutions is part of Proposition 66, which was supposed to speed the appeal process to 5 years on death sentences but also included a provision to allow condemned inmates to work prison jobs to “repay” their victims. CDCR took this provision to mean that they had to cl ose death row and transfer inmates to other facilities to allow for “programming” for condemned inmates as long as they are housed in at least a level 2 facility with a lethal electrified fence (LEF).

PD staff met with CIM staff, along with other public safety officials, to discuss Chino PD concerns. City staff and elected officials have begun engaging the CDCR and state elected officials to address our well-founded concerns with CIM's dilapidated condition and the safety risk the prison poses when dealing with the condemned inmate MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS – JUNE 18, 2024 (Covering Meetings from 4/1/24 – 4/30/24) PAGE 5

population.

Next anticipated meeting date: June 11, 2024

INLAND EMPIRE UTILITIES AGENCY REGIONAL SEWERAGE PROGRAM Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dave Crosley Meeting Date: April 4, 2024
The Policy Committee received two information al reports, 1) a Semi-Annual Grants Update, and 2) the Ten- Year Capital Improvement Plan & Ten-Year Sewer Capital Forecast (FY 24/25 - 33/34) Report.

Since the Year 2000, IEUA has executed a total of $958M in grants and loans, $417M of which correspond to completed projects.

The Ten-Year Sewer Capital Forecast (TYSCP) describes wastewater flow forecasts, facilities capacities, and descriptions of planned wastewater capital projects and associ ated cost estimates. T he Ten -Year Capital Improvement Plan (TYCIP) is a planning tool used to outline IEUA’s capital prio rities based on the need to ensure service reliability and meet regulatory requirements. The TYCIP describes a total of $1.63B in capital improvement proje cts, $688M of which is attributable to IEUA’s Chino Basin Program recyc led water advanced tre atment and groundwater storage initiati ve (not including facilities that wo uld be needed to extract the stored water from the groundwater basin). Several Policy Committee members expressed concern regarding the estimated c ost asso ciated with the TYCIP, encouraging IEUA to seek cost reductions. IEUA indicated it is conducting a rate study and invites retail agency participation.

Next anticipated meeting date: May 2, 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: June 13, 2024
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES – Legislative Task Force
Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report by: Vivian Castro No meeting during this reporting period.