CITY OF CHINO
MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS
DECEMBER 17, 2024 - Covering meetings from October 1 through October 31 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 No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: December 17, 2024
CHINO VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report By: Ellyse Martinez Meeting Date: October 21, 2024
On October 10, Ellyse Martinez and Nikki Love attended the Chamber of Commerce Inland Empire Entrepreneurship forum. T hey spoke with entrepreneurs in the Inland Empire and learned more about struggles and tips for local entrepreneurs looking to start small businesses.
On October 19, Jackie Melendez, Ellyse Martinez, and Nikki Love attended the Chamber of Commerce Business Expo in Chino Hills. They hosted a booth, distributed information on opening a business in Chino, and introduced themselves to local business owners.
On October 21, Council Member Christopher Flores attended the Chamber of Commerce Board meeting. He updated the board on events and projects the City is working on to support small businesses.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 18, 2024
CHINO BASIN DESALTER AUTHORITY
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: Pete Vicario Meeting Date: October 22, 2024
Water Deliveries and Grant Update
For the month of September, water deliveries from the Chino Basin Desalter Authority (CDA) totaled 466 acre- feet (AF). As of today, the total water deliveries amount to 1,350 AF.
The CDA has applied for grant funding from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation's WaterSMART Program. This funding will support the implementation of a new water softening system at the Chino I Ion Exchange Facility, replacing the existing conventional water softener, which has reached the end of its useful life.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 19, 2024
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CHINO BASIN WATERMASTER
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: October 24, 2024
Consent Calendar - The Board approved the Consent Calendar, which included the receipt of routine financial reports (normal course of business) ending August 31, 2024.
New Business Items
Annual Streamflow Monitoring Report for Water Rights Permit 21225 . The Annual Streamflow Monitoring Report for Fiscal Year 2023-24 was submitted to the Department of Fish and Wildlife on September 20, 2024.
Approximately 15% of the total estimated discharge was diverted for recharge. About 87% of the diversions occurred during storm events between November 1 and March 30.
Resolution 2024-0 4 – To Increase the Chino Basin Safe Storage Capacity . The Board approved and adopted Resolution 2024-04 to increase the storage basin capacity from 700,000 to 900,000 acre -feet. The proposed order will be filed with the Court.
Reports/Updates
Watermaster Legal Counsel
1. Court of Appeal Consolidated Cases No. E080457 and E082127 (City of Ontario appeal re: Fiscal Year 2021- 22 and 2022-23 Assessment Packages). The case involves the City of Ontario challenging the assessment of treatment of voluntary withdraws from the Dry Year Yield (DYY) account. There has been nothing new to report since last month. A decision by the court is pending. It is estimated to be ruled on by the end of the calendar year.
2. Court of Appeal Case No. E080533 (Cities of Chino, Ontario appeal re: Fiscal Year 2022 -23 Watermaster budget expenses to support CEQA analysis). The case involve s Chino and Ontario challenging Watermaster's budget expenses and the cities’ requested oral arguments against the tentative ruling that would uphold the ruling by Judge Ochoa , which denied the challenge. Oral arguments will take place on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 21, 2024
CHINO VALLEY INDEPENDENT FIRE DISTRICT – Liaison to Board of Directors Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Linda Reich Meeting Date: October 9, 2024
Agreement With Citygate Associates to Update CVFD Standards of Cover Assessment and Master Plan Update.
The Board approved a contract with Citygate Associates for an update to the Standards of Cover Assessment and an update to the District’s Master Plan in an amount not to exceed $87,193, plus a 10% contingency.
One of the project deliverables is a Final Report that includes the following:
• A summary of the District’s current deployment model and response performance, including any opportunities for improvement.
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• Identification of service delivery expectations.
• An analysis of the values to be protected within the service area, along with identification and evaluation of potential hazards and overall risk.
• An analysis of the efficiency of the current deployment scheme of firefighting resources within the District’s service area.
• An analysis of the District’s ability to meet its fire and EMS first responder deployment needs and expectations.
• Recommendations for deployment of existing resources, including projected growth, within the service area to optimize service delivery.
• Recommendations for deployment of new resources, changes to fire station location, or changes to staffing, if any, to meet current and near-term future service delivery needs.
Public Comments
During the public comment period, Teamsters Local 1932 members discussed issues with the bargaining negotiations and management. They stated that their union requests the same compensation changes given to other groups, which they note are being provided more.
Resolution No. 2024-16 Pertaining to Unrepresented Confidential Employee Compensation. On a vote of 5-0 , the Board adopted the following compensation package for confidential employees:
• Covers a three-year term beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30, 2027 • Provides a salary increase of 6% over the three years : two percent (2%) effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2024; two percent (2%) effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2025; and two percent (2%) effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2026. • Additional District contribution of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) per month to the cafeteria benefit plan effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2024 for a total of $1,815 per month); an additional one hundred thirty-five ($135) per month to the cafeteria benefit plan effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2025 for a total of $1,950; and an additional two hundred fifty dollars ($250) per month to the cafeteria benefit plan effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2 026 for a total of $2,200.
• Educational Incentive Pay effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2024, of one hundred fifty dollars ($150) per month for associate's degree; two hundred fifty ($250) per month for bachelor's degree; three hundred dollars ($300) per month for master's degree. • The compensation package includes other provisions.
Resolution No. 2024-17 Pertaining to Unrepresented Management Employee Compensation. On a vote of 5-0, the Board adopted the following compensation package for unrepresented management employees:
• Covers a three-year term beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30, 2027. • Provides a salary increase of 11 % over three years: five percent (5%) effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2024; three percent (3%) effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2025; and MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS – DECEMBER 17, 2024 (Covering Meetings from 10/1/24 – 10/31/24) PAGE 4
three percent (3%) effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2026. • Additional District contribution of two hundred fifty dollars ($250) per month to the cafeteria benefit plan effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2024 , for a total of $1,815 per month; an additional one hundred thirty-five ($135) per month to the cafeteria benefit plan effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2025 for a total of $1,950; and an additional two hundred fifty dollars ($250) per month to the cafeteria benefit plan effective the first pay period that includes July 1, 2 026 for a total of $2,200.
• Increase Administrative Leave hours from eighty (80) hours per year to one hundred (100) hours per year, effective January 1.
• The compensation package includes other provisions.
The budget impacts of the two compensation resolutions were not provided.
Meeting Date: October 23, 2024
The Board discussed the State of the Fire District event, which was to be held on the following day, Thursday, October 24, 2024.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 13, 2024
CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Vivian Castro Meeting Date: October 3, 2024 – Special Meeting: Budget Study Session Superintendent Enfield provided an overview of the objectives of the study session. Sandra Chen, Associate Superintendent, Business Services, presented the 2024-25 Budget update, which included the following topics:
the Board’s role and responsibility; the s tate’s economy and budget; CVUSD trends and patterns ; drivers of CVUSD’s revenues and expenditures; multi-year projections; budget concerns; and next steps.
Meeting Date: October 17, 2024
New Board Policy Philosophy, Goals, Objectives & Comprehensive Plans 0100.1 —No Deception. The Board approved the policy on a 4-1 vote, with Bridge voting no.
The policy states:
Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) is committed to maintaining its historical culture of transparency and trust between itself, employees, and the families it serves. To uphold these values, CVUSD and its employees shall at all times be truthful and honest and not misrepresent, either directly or by omission, to any parent or guardian any school- related undertakings and information that affects their child’s education and well-being.
The Chino Valley Unified School District is committed to:
• full transparency: all communications with parents and guardians will be truthful, accurate, and complete. Staff shall provide all relevant information, even if not directly requested by the parent or guardian, when it pertains to the health, safety, and education of their child.
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• no omission: withholding information or providing partial information that may mislead or create a false understanding is strictly prohibited.
Revision of Board Bylaw 9010 —Public Statements. The Board r eceived for information the revision of Board Bylaw 9010—Public Statements, which provides updated guidelines for board member public communications, including individual comments by board members and comments made on behalf of the Board as a whole , as recommended by the California School Boards Association (CSBA).
Revision of Board Bylaw 9012—B oard Member Electronic Communications. The Board received for information the revision of Board Bylaw 9012 —Board Member Electronic Communications , which provides updated guidelines for board member electronic communications to correspond with CSBA recommended language.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 7, 2024
CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT – Measure G Oversight Committee Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Silvia Avalos Meeting Date: October 30, 2024
Legacy Academy K-8. All work at Legacy Academy has been completed, and the project is now closed.
Borba, Marshall, and Walnut Elementary Schools -Front Office Relocations. All three sites were opened to the community just in time for the 2024-25 school year.
Glenmeade, Litel, and Oak Ridge Elementary Schools -F ront Office Relocations . Litel and Oak Ridge multi - purpose rooms, including punch list items and signage, have been completed.
Glenmeade’s new administration building is running smoothly, and all punch list items have been addressed.
Conversion of the old admin istration building into the school library is now under constr uction and is approximately 50% complete. All utilities have been installed.
Don Lugo High School – New Administration Building, Kitchen, and Pool Renovations . The existing administration building was demolished to make way for a new administrative building and offices. Excavation is complete, underground utilities have been set in place, and footings have been poured. Over the next 18 months, the school will also receive upgrades to the site kitchen, aquatic facilities, and gymnasium.
Next anticipated meeting date: January 29, 2025
CITIZEN’S COMMITTEE FOR CIM & CIW
Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report By: Ted Olden Meeting Date: October 8, 2024
California Institution for Women
• The current facility population is 1,247.
Events
• The “Every 15 Minutes” event on 10/24/24 aims to educate incarcerated individuals about the long- term impact on families who have been victims of incidents caused by impaired driving.
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California Institution for Men
• The population total is 2,271, with 43 being Condemned Inmates.
Projects
• The 50-bed mental health facility currently under construction is projected to be completed in June 2025.
• The warden confirmed that gate staffing at CIM will remain in place despite budget cuts impacting staffing at other institutions.
Next anticipated meeting date: December 10, 2024
WEST END ANIMAL SERVICES AGENCY – JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report by: Rogelio Huerta Meeting Date: October 3, 2024
The West End Animal Services Agency (WEASA) Board of Directors held a regular meeting on October 3, 2024.
Key actions taken during the meeting include the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget, authorization of a design services agreement with Miller Architectural Corporation for the temporary and permanent animal shelters, and the adoption of a conflict -of-interest code. The Board also received an update on the Executive Director recruitment process and discussed potential future collaborations with local non-profit organizations.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 7, 2024
INLAND EMPIRE UTILITIES AGENCY
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: October 16, 2024
Action Items
1. Approved the Recycled Water and Sewer Service Agreement with San Bernardino County for a three -year agreement for recycled water and sanitary sewer service for Prado Park properties. IEUA will provide “unclaimed” recycled water supplies in accordance with IEUA Ordinance No. 115.
2. Approve d the agreement with Metropolitan Water District of Southern California for the Chino Basin Program Water Storage Investment Program Environmental Water Exchange. The Program will provide an environmental water exchange of 375,000 acre-feet (AF) for 25 years with the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) for pulse flows as called by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
3. Adopted Resolution No. 2024-10-3, Agreeing to Dissolve the Chino Basin Water Bank Planning Authority and Approve an Amendment Terminating the Authority's Joint Powers Agreement.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 20, 2024
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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: November 22, 2024
OMNITRANS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: October 2, 2024
The Board received an update from staff on meetings with member agencies on future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)/Express Bus Corridors. BRT is a fixed route service that operates between high-volume areas with fewer stops and shorter wait times between buses , providing high-quality transit. OmniTrans is working with SBCTA to update the Long-Range Multimodal Transportation Plan. OmniTrans and SBCTA staff have met with member agencies on proposed future expansions of BRT routes. Chino staff scheduled the first meeting with the group.
Chino has potential future BRT routes along the Euclid Avenue and Edison Avenue corridors and expressed a desire to work together to bring BRT service into the Chino area with future projects. OmniTrans presented that they had received similar positive feedback from all member agencies they met with.
The Board also received an update on Zero -Emission Bus Strategies. The state requires all buses procured by 2029 to have zero emissions . Staff presented that OmniTrans uses both electric/battery buses and hydrogen fuel-cell buses. Each technology has advantages and challenges , leading staff to recommend a mix of both technologies depending on their use. Staff also presented an update on the progress of both technology industries, with hydrogen fuel cells being very early in the development cycle. The current plan is for all buses in operation to be zero-emission by 2040 as combustion buses are phased out.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 6, 2024
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: TBD
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Staff Report by: Rogelio Huerta
Meeting Date: October 22, 2024
The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors approved several key projects in the City of Chino. A construction contract was awarded to PUB Construction Inc. for the Prado RV Restroom Remodel Project, which will upgrade restroom facilities at this popular recreational site. Additionally, the Board approved the Riverside Drive Right Turn Lane Project , which will improve traffic flow and safety at a busy intersection. This MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS – DECEMBER 17, 2024 (Covering Meetings from 10/1/24 – 10/31/24) PAGE 8
project was exempted from the California Environmental Quality Act review process, streamlining the approval process. These projects are expected to enhance the quality of life for Chino residents and contribute to the overall development of the City.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 5, 2024
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SOLID WASTE ADVISORY TASK FORCE
Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report by: Xo chitl Huerta Meeting Date: October 23, 2024
Overview of Circular Action Alliance and SB 54
Francis Veilleux from the Circular Action Alliance, a U.S. Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO), presented an overview of Senate Bill 54 (SB 54). This legislation, known as the California Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act, aims to tackle plastic waste and pollution in California while fostering a circular economy for paper and packaging.
Key Provisions of SB 54
1. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Requirements:
Producers must develop plans to minimize the environmental impact of their packaging, transferring financial responsibility for end-of-life management to them.
2. Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) Requirements:
Establishes a producer-led, nonprofit organization responsible for meeting Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations.
3. Funding for Recycling Programs:
Producers must contribute to recycling and waste management funding without violating existing franchise agreements.
Committee Updates
• The committee welcomed two new members to the Solid Waste Technical Committee: Radon Lane from Athens Services and Xochitl Huerta from the City of Chino. • Linda Ceballos from the City of Rancho Cucamonga provided an update on new regulations and legislative changes approved by the governor in September. • Noah Westbury from the Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) reported on current operations and closures of solid waste facilities, detailing both ongoing projects and those that have completed the permit process.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 16, 2025
SBCTA – San Bernardino Co. Transportation Authority Board of Directors Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: October 2, 2024
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The Board received a n update on the Long -Range Multimodal Transportation Plan on the consent calendar .
SBCTA staff is working to update the plan to help guide future prioritization of multimodal transportation projects. SBCTA staff and OmniTrans staff met with member agencies to discuss potential proposed Rapid Bus Transit/Express Bus Corridors. Chino's proposed routes include Euclid Avenue and Edison Avenue, which Chino staff supported. The item was not pulled for further discussion during the meeting.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 6, 2024
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY – City Selection Committee
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: TBD
SCAG – General Assembly
Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: TBD
SANTA ANA WATERSHED ADVISORY COUNCIL
Council Representative: Chris Flores | Staff Report by: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: October 17, 2024
The Consent Calendar passed with no items affecting the City of Chino. No current items to report.
Next anticipated meeting date: December 19, 2024
WATER FACILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Benjamin Orosco No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: November 21, 2024
WEST VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT
Council Representative: Chris Flores | Staff Report by: V ivian Castro Meeting Date: October 22, 2024
1. Staff provided reports on Field Operations, Vector Disease and Surveillance, IT/Community Outreach Activities, and Administrative Activities for August and September 2024 . The field and vector reports showed decreases from the prior year's period . Monthly meetings with the City of Ontario regarding the Mill Creek Wetlands in Chino and the US Army Corps regarding the Yorba- Slaughter Adobe house basin were held. The highest number of mosquitos collected during the period were in Chino.
2. The Board voted unanimously to:
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a. Hold a combined November/December Board meeting on Tuesday, December 10. b. Cancel the January 2025 Board meeting and hold the next meeting in February 2025. c. Approve the 2025 Holidays Calendar for the WVMVCD.
Next anticipated meeting date: December 10, 2024