CITY OF CHINO
MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS
JULY 16, 2024 - Covering meetings from May 1 through May 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 Meeting Date: May 29, 2024
Event Coordinator
Rita Elias, Event Coordinator, resigned effective June 1, 2024. A certificate of appreciation was presented to Ms. Elias. Lianna Savage was appointed as interim event coordinator from June 2, 2024 , through June 30, 2025.
Event Assistant Position Vacancy
Dr. Henry Shannon suggested that a recommendation for an event assistant be presented for approval at the committee's June 20, 2024, regular meeting.
Next anticipated meeting date: Jun 20, 2024
Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report By: Ellyse Martinez Meeting Date: May 20, 2024
1. On Monday, May 20 , Council Member Flores attended the Panda Express Ribbon cutting in the Preserve.
2. On Monday, May 13 , the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce and the City of Chino continued their collaboration on the Mayor’s State of the City address. The event is a fundraiser for the Chino Valley Chamber.
3. On Thursday, May 13 , the City of Chino, along with the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce, Music Changing Lives, Chaffey College, and the Micro Enterprise Collaborative, received a two-million-dollar grant from Representative Norma Torres’ Office to aid in the founding of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center, which will be in the City of Chino.
4. On Wednesday, May 23, Chino staff attended the Taste of The Chino Valley event.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 17, 2024
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CHINO BASIN DESALTER AUTHORITY
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: D ave Crosley Meeting Date: May 2, 2024
Mayor Ulloa attended the Special CDA Board of Directors Meeting on May 2, 2024 (the “Special” designation of the meeting simply means that the month in which the meeting occurred was not January, April, July, or October, which are the months for “ Regular” or “Quarterly” meetings). The Board conducted routine business, which at this time of the fiscal year typically inclu des the approval of vendor contracts that will be needed for the upcoming fiscal year activities. The Board approved contracts for:
• On-call well and pump inspection and repair services ; contract with General Pump Company, Inc., San Dimas, CA.
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system programming support services; contract with Cannon Corporation, Irvine, CA.
• Analytical laboratory services; contract with Babcock Laboratories, Riverside, CA. • Various contracts for the supply of chemicals utilized in the water treatment processes.
Additionally, the Board approved a contract for the replacement of lighting equipment at the Chino II Desalter, the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/25 Operations & Maintenance and Capital Budget ($41.8 M, of which Chino’s anticipated portion is $6.5 M), and an easement agreement with the City of Ontario necessary for accommodating land development-related activities and protecting CDA-owned facilities.
The Board also received a verbal report from CDA management staff regarding the following:
• The status of CDA operations, including an update on the emergency repair of damage to the Chino II Desalter building caused by a water line failure.
• A brief summarization of the CDA’s brine wastewater system capacity utilization circumstances in response to the Mayor’s inquiry.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 6, 2024
CHINO BASIN WATERMASTER
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: Dave Crosley Meeting Date: May 23, 2024
The Watermaster Board of Directors received verbal status reports from staff and consultants regarding ongoing activities.
A consultant presented a report on a recently completed study to determine whether the current engineering services rates are competitive, and the cost/benefit associated with retaining the current engineering services firm as compared to transitioning to a different engineering services firm, which may offer lower rates. The study results concluded that retaining the current engineering services firm offers greater value.
The Board approved a recommendation unanimously supported by the stakeholders for an amendment to a critical groundwater recharge project, increasing its cost from approximately $25.3 M to $28.8 M. The project MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS – JULY 16, 2024 (Covering Meetings from 5/1/24 – 5/31/24) PAGE 3
cost increase is due to ongoing supply-chain issues with mechanical equipment and unknown field conditions discovered during construction.
The Board also approved the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/25 $10.5 M budget (approximately 7% increase from the previous year). Based on budget assumptions, the FY 24/25 groundwater production assessment applied to assessable production is expected to be approximately $96 per acre -foot. The FY 23/24 assessment was $97.47 per acre-foot.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 27, 2024
CHINO VALLEY INDEPENDENT FIRE DISTRICT Liaison to Board of Directors Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Linda Reich Meeting Date: May 8, 2024
1. During the Liaison Reports to the Fire District, Chino Mayor Pro Tem Karen Comstock shared information about the upcoming Chino State of the City and Bike Day events.
2. Mayor Pro Tem Comstock provided an update on the o ngoing transfer of death row inmates to the California Institution for Men and discussed the press conference held on Tuesday, May 7, at Chino City Hall with representatives of the City of Chino Hills, Chino Valley Fire, and others calling on the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to remove the death row inmates from the facility since it is not in the condition to house the state’s worst criminals. She urged the public to sign the petition on the City of Chino website to maintain public attention on the issue. Mayor Pro Tem Comstock thanked Fire Chief Dave Williams and the City of Chino Hills for their participation in the press conference. CVFD Director Tom Haughey thanked the City of Chino for leading the issue.
3. During the Fire Chief’s Comments, he reviewed the various trainings attended by CVFD personnel. Chief Williams reported on attending the Kiwanis Corn Feed Run in the City of Chino , noting that the fire district provided a Medi -Cart for the event . He reported that April was a busy month for cardiac incidents, with four incidents of cardiac arrest responded to with positive outcomes thanks to the work of firefighter medics. Chief Williams reported that CONFIRE is continuing to work to secure a new director. Beginning on June 23, the EMS nurse will return to the district.
Meeting Date: May 28, 2024
A Board of Directors Special Meeting was held with one closed session item related to labor negotiations with the various CVFD employee organizations: the Chino Valley Professional Firefighters Local 3522 Safety Unit; Teamsters Local 1932 Non -Safety Unit; and Unrepresented Management, Confidential, and Part- Time employees. No items were reported out of closed session.
Meeting Date: May 29, 2024
The Board of Directors held a Special Meeting/Workshop on the 2024-25 Original Budget workshop to provide input and direction to staff.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 12, 2024
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CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Vivian Castro Meeting Date: May 2, 2024
1. During the “Comments from the audience on Items Not on the Agenda ,” item, City of Chino Council Member Curtis Burton provided an update on City events and issues.
2. On a 5-0 vote, the Board approved Administrative Regulation 5030 related to Student Wellness. School districts are required to develop, assess, update, and disclose the Local School Wellness Policy (LSWP) every 3 years. The LSWP includes specific goals for nutrition promotion and education, physical activity, and other school-based activities to promote student wellness. It also includes standards and nutrition guidelines for all food and beverages.
3. Gabriella Segoviana from Don Lugo HS was approved as the 2024-25 Student Member on the Board of Education on a 5-0 vote.
4. The Board approved the following on a 5-0 vote:
a. A Tentative agreement for the reopener between CVUSD and the Associated Chino Teachers, effective July 1, 2023.
b. A Tentative agreement for the reopener between CVUSD and the California School Employees Association and its Chino Chapter 102, effective July 1, 2023. c. A 8.34% salary increase for Certificated and Classified Management and Classified Confidential Employees, effective July 1, 2023.
d. Addenda to various employment contracts for Associate Superintendents of Business Services; Curriculum, Instruction, Innovation, and Support; and Human Resources; and Assistant Superintendents of Curriculum, Instruction, Innovation, and Support; and Facilities, Planning, and Operations.
5. On a 3 -2 vote, with Bridge and Monroe voting No, a contract of employment with Superintendent Enfield was approved effective July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2027.
6. The Board of Education's 5% compensation increase was approved 4 -1, with Board Member Bridge voting against it.
7. Contracts for the Deputy Superintendent and the Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum, Instruction, Innovation, and Support were approved 3-2, with Bridge and Monroe voting No.
Meeting Date: May 16, 2024
1. On a 5 -0 vote, t he Board adopted Resolution No. Resolution 2023/2024-59, to Support the Safety of Chino, Ontario, and Chino Hills Residents Regarding the Condemned Inmate Transfer Program at the California Institute for Men. The resolution calls for the Californ ia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) to prioritize the safety of the surrounding community when making decisions regarding the housing of dangerous inmates, and to consider the facility's ability to contain and supervise these indiv iduals adequately . It specifies that the resolution be transmitted to Governor MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS – JULY 16, 2024 (Covering Meetings from 5/1/24 – 5/31/24) PAGE 5
Newsom, CDCR officials, and other relevant stakeholders to convey the urgent concerns of the Chino Valley Unified School District and its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents.
2. A member of the public also spoke in support of the resolution.
3. The Board also approved 5 -0 a c ompensation increases to the Classified Substitute Salary Schedule, effective July 1, 2024, to reflect the same range as listed for Step A of the Classified School Employees Association salary schedule to reflect the same range in the Tentative Agreement between CVUSD and the Classified School Employees Association, which included a 7.16% salary increase.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 6, 2024
CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT – Measure G Oversight Committee Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Silvia Avalos Meeting Date: May 1, 2024
Construction Updates:
Chino High School Alterations
Work is underway to modernize the original Frank Elder Gymnasium, the existing boy’s locker room, as well as the swimming pool and pool house.
Legacy Academy
The construction of the District’s newest school is ongoing and scheduled to be completed in time for the 2024-2025 school year, which will begin on July 8, 2024.
Borba, Marshall, and Walnut Elementary Schools - Front Office Relocations Construction is continuing at all three Chino school sites. Completion is anticipated in July 2024, which is just in time for the 2024-2025 school year opening.
Next anticipated meeting date: September 4, 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: July 9, 2024 (meets every other month)
INLAND EMPIRE UTILITIES AGENCY REGIONAL SEWERAGE PROGRAM Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dave Crosley Meeting Date: May 2, 2024
Mayor Ulloa participated in the Policy Committee meeting on May 2, 2024. T he Committee approved the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/25 Extra Territorial Sewer Service Charges (i.e. charges for providing sewer service to areas located outside of IEUA’s sewer service area).
The Committee received information about two agenda items:
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• FY 2024/25 Proposed Budget for Regional Wastewater Programs • Ten-Year Sewer Capital Forecast FY 24/25 - FY 33/34
These two items will be included on the June 6, 2024, Policy Committee meeting agenda for action by the Committee.
The Committee also received a verbal report from the IEUA General Manager Shivaji Deshmukh about the El Prado Road sludge pipeline failure incident and indicated that IEUA and City of Chino staff were collaborating on the development of a repair plan.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 6, 2024
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES – Inland 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.
Next anticipated meeting date: No meeting scheduled.
OMNITRANS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: May 1, 2024
The Board adopted the OmniTrans Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Service Plan , which defines the year’s goals. No major service or fare policy changes were recommended. Service resumption after the pandemic remains the top agency priority. This year’s goal is to reach 100% resumption. Ridership continues to trend upward across all services, and the agency plans to continue its public outreach efforts both at in-person events and online.
The Board also adopted the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Budget of $149.6M overall. Last year’s overall budget was $137.0M. This FY budget includes $111.9M in operational budget, which includes 7 additional positions, Cost of living adjustment, and increases to mobility services, rolling stock parts, and the ambassador program.
The Capital budget of $37.6M includes Zero Emissions infrastructure projects, an upgrade to the I Street Facility, and HVAC upgrades.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 5, 2024
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ONTARIO INT ERNATIONA L AIRPORT AUTHORITY (OIAA) INTER -AGENCY COLLABORATIVE (ROUNDTABLE)
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: No meeting scheduled.
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: October 17, 2024
SBCTA – San Bernardino Co. Transportation Authority Board of Directors Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: May 1, 2024
The board received an update on an amendment to the Joint Powers Authority Agreement (JPA), asked for approval to ter minate an obsolete ad hoc committee, and approved the establishment of a new ad hoc committee.
The obsolete ad hoc committee was tasked with exploring increasing San Bernardino Council of Governments (SBCOG) capacity and member agency dues to bolster the COG’s abilities. The new dues formula was included in the JPA amendment, now approved by the board, and uses 50% Population / 50% Gener al Fund Tax Revenues to establish a new methodology for the member dues formula. Each member agency was required to approve a resolution for the me mbership dues increase. Chino and all member agencies approved their resolutions earlier this year. The previous formula methodology used 50% population / 50% assessed valuation. As part of the new funding SBCTA receives, they will expand their staff over the next two years to deliver the expanded services.
The new ad hoc committee will recommend updates to SBCOG’s bylaws and policies. SBCTA will also work with the board of directors on an update to the SBCTA work plan. The committee will include two West Valley, two East Valley, one High Desert, one Morongo Basin, one Mountain, and one San Bernardino County Supervisor representative.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 5, 2024
SBCTA – City Selection Committee
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: No meeting scheduled.
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SCAG – General Assembly
Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez Meeting Date: May 2-3, 2024
Outgoing SCAG Regional Council President Brown closed out his term by sharing the “ 2023-24 President’s Report,” a detailed report of SCAG’s accomplishments since May 2023, which were also highlighted in the 2023-24 Year in Review video.
SCAG also welcomed the new Regional Council officers for 2024 -25: Hon. Curt Hagman (County of San Bernardino), 2024-25 Regional Council president; Hon. Cindy Allen (City of Long Beach), 2024 -2025 Regional Council first vice president; and Hon. Ray Marquez (City of Chino Hills), 2024 -2025 Regional Council second vice president.
Video and additional details are available at www.scag.ca.gov.
Next anticipated meeting date: No meeting scheduled.
Santa Ana Watershed Advisory Council
Council Representative: Chris Flores | Staff Report by: Dave Crosley No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: No meeting scheduled.
Water Facilities Authority Board of Directors
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: D ave Crosley Meeting Date: May 16, 2024
Mayor Ulloa attended the WFA Board of Directors meeting on May 16, 2024. The Board conducted routine business via the Consent Calendar. After receiving a verbal presentation from the General Manager (GM) on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/25 Budget, the Board appr oved the $40.1 M annual budget (0.9% increase as compared to the previous year), and a separate assessment to replenish the Supplemental Capital Replacement Asset Reserve.
The GM also reported to the Board that the WFA’s financial services consultant rates have increased (more than doubled over the span of 3 years) , and the GM sought advice from the Board regarding options (e.g.
Request for Proposal (RFP) for new consultant, hiring new WFA staff, seek utilization of member agency staff).
The Board directed the GM to make contact with each member agency to see if one of the members wo uld be willing to perform financial services for the WFA.
Next anticipated meeting date: July 18, 2024
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West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District
Council Representative: Chris Flores | Staff Report by: V ivian Castro Meeting Date: May 28, 2024
The Fiscal Year 2024-25 Proposed Budget was discussed, including a proposed 3% increase in staff pay rates.
No action was taken.
Assessments
The Board unanimously adopted Resolution 2024-05 to continue Fiscal Year 2024 -25 assessments.
Assessment No. 1 and Assessment No. 2 were approved.
Assessment No. 1 , which was first levied in 1996 -97, provides surveillance and control of vectors and mosquitoes covering Chino and Chino Hills, a small portion of Montclair, and the southern portions of Ontario.
This assessment pre -dates the 1996 approval of Proposition 218, so it is considered a “grandfathered assessment” and is not subject to Proposition 218. Assessment No. 1 has two zones: Zone A covers the area within the District bounded on the north by Mission Blvd., on the south near Phillips Blvd., on the East near Palmetto Ave., and on the west near the county line. The remainder of the District, generally south of Phillips Blvd., was designated as Zone B.
Assessment No. 1 represents a 3% increase over the FY 2023-24 rate for Zone A and no increase for the rate for Zone B. Both are below the maximum authorized assessment rate of $50.00 per SFR parcel:
• Zone A: $15.29 per unit for residential parcels and $25.49 for other parcel types • Zone B: $21.86 per unit for residential parcels and $36.44 for other parcel types In FY 2024-25, the proposed rates are expected to generate approximately $57,704 in Zone A and $1,661,907 in Zone B.
Assessment No. 2 provide s mosquito, vector, and disease control to Rancho Cucamonga , the northern portions of Montclair and Ontario , Upland, the unincorporated area north of Upland (San Antonio Heights), and the unincorporated area north of the City of Rancho Cucamonga and south of the Angeles National Forest.
Contract Hourly Rate Adjustment
The Board considered a motion to increase the Contract Hourly Rate, which is the rate charged by WVMVCD to other entities that do not pay an assessment. The rate had not been increased since 2018 , during which time the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 24%. The motion to increase the existing rate of $85 per hour by 18% to $100 per hour was approved unanimously.
Field Report for May
The report notes the District experienced a 64% increase in service requests from the previous month. There was a 4% decrease in comparison to the same period of last year. May service requests concerning mosquitoes experienced an increase from the previous month. Miscellaneous vectors remained the same from the previous month with 15 total. The District received 19 Aedes service request calls.
Next anticipated meeting date: June 25, 2024