CHINO CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2024
MINUTES
OPEN SESSION – 6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
The December 3, 2024, Regular Meeting of the Chino City Council / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 6:00 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.
FLAG SALUTE
Council Member Burton led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PERFORMANCE BY THE CHINO COMMUNITY CHORUS
Mayor Ulloa welcomed the Chino Valley Community Chorus who preformed a melody of holiday songs.
A brief recess was taken.
CEREMONIALS
Chino Youth Museum's 25th Anniversary - Recognition of Chino Youth Museum's 25th Anniversary - December 2024.
Mayor Ulloa presented a certificate of recognition to the Chino Youth Museum Board Members for the 25th Anniversary of the Chino Youth Museum.
2024 Sports Legends Youth Volunteer Award Winner - Recognition of the 2024 Sports Legends Youth Volunteer Award Winner, Mike Garcia, Chino Youth Boxing Foundation, for service to youth sports in the Chino Community.
Mayor Ulloa presented the 2024 Sports Legends Youth Volunteer Award to Mike Garcia, Chino Youth Boxing Foundation, for service to youth sports in the Chino Community.
CIM Presentation - Presentation of Donations by California Institution for Men (CIM) to Local Non-Profits Chino Valley Unified School District HOPE Program, The Key and Chino High School Football Club Chino Cowboy Huddle.
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Mayor Ulloa invited California Institute for Men (CIM) Warden Travis Pennington, Public Information Officer Lieutenant Ignacio Vera, and Community Resources Manager Angela Wirth, who presented donation checks to the representatives of the Chino Valley Unified School District HOPE Program, The Key, and the Chino High School Football Club Chino Cowboy Huddle.
Business of the Month - Award of Business of the Month for December 2024 to Pizzaioli Italian Restaurant.
Mayor Ulloa announced the December 2024 Business of the Month Award recipient Pizzaioli Italian Restaurant.
Mayor’s Home Beautification Award - Award of Mayor’s Home Beautification Award for December 2024.
Mayor Ulloa presented the Mayor's Home Beautification Award for December 2024 to the Garcia Family of Cypress Avenue in Chino.
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:
Tree Lighting Ceremony and Santa's Workshop, Saturday, December 7, 2024, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m., at the Chino City Hall Lawn. For more information, visit www.cityofchino.org/treelighting.
Chino Youth Parade and Fair, Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., followed by the Holiday Fair and Carnival at City Hall. The Chino Youth Museum will celebrate their 25th anniversary and transform to Santa's Village from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.cityofchino.org/parade.
The 2024 Holiday Home Decorating Contest is open and residents can cast their votes for their favorite holiday decorated home. Participating homes can be viewed on the map at www.cityofchino.org/holidayhome.
City Hall and most city facilities will observe a holiday closure or have limited hours starting December 24, 2024, with normal operations resuming on January 2, 2025. Waste Management waste collection services will be delayed by one day during the week of December 25, 2024 and the week of January 1, 2025.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Pastor Roy Robbins, Christ Lutheran Church, provided the invocation.
Donna Marchesi, spoke regarding the West End Animal Services Agency.
Terry Carver, spoke regarding the West End Animal Services Agency.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes. Regular Meeting Minutes for November 19, 2024 (Mayor Ulloa Absent).
2. Warrants. Approve expenses as audited and within budget for warrants 773296 to 773485, and Electronic Fund Transfers 523352E t0 523445E, totaling $5,380,373.04
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. Adoption of Ordinance No. 2024 -003. Approve the adoption of Ordinance No. 2024 -003 (Second Reading), amending the Zoning Code to comply with State law (Government Code Section 65583.2).
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to approve the Consent Calendar items 1-4 as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: ULLOA, COMSTOCK, BURTON, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
NEW BUSINESS
5. Amendment No. 5 - Cooperative Agreement between the City of Chino and San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBTCA) for the Interchange Improvements at Central Avenue and State Route 60. Appropriate $620,440 to the Transportation Fund (320) from the General Fund (100) reserves; and approve Amendment No. 5 to the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Chino and the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority.
Staff Report By: Michele Hindersinn, Senior Engineer
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Appropriate $620,440 to the Transportation Fund (320) from the General Fund (100) reserves; 2) increase the budget for Project R7200, Central Ave State Route 60 Improvements, by the same amount, for a total budget not to exceed $18,419,384; 3) approve Amendment No. 5 to the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Chino and SBCTA to address additional costs related to landscape maintenance, right -of-way acquisition, and other soft costs. This amendment will increase the City’s cost share by $405,441, bringing the City’s total cost share amount to $16,921,957, with an overall contract amount of $36,891,327; and 4) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.
Michele Hindersinn, Senior Engineer, provided a presentation on the item.
Mayor Ulloa inquired about the high cost increase of landscape maintenance. Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, explained construction and labor costs have increased exponentially.
Paul Melocoton of San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA), provided an update on the action plan to address the concerns associated with the decorative rock debris on the freeway on and off ramps.
Mayor Ulloa suggested the area be improved with stamped concrete to eliminate the rocks on the roadway, and Mr. Melocoton suggested a meeting with city staff to discuss the suggested improvements.
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Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Comstock, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to 1) Appropriate $620,440 to the Transportation Fund (320) from the General Fund (100) reserves; 2) increase the budget for Project R7200, Central Ave State Route 60 Improvements, by the same amount, for a total budget not to exceed $18,419,384; 3) approve Amendment No. 5 to the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Chino and SBCTA to address additional costs related to landscape maintenance, right -of-way acquisition, and other soft costs. This amendment will increase the City's cost share by $405,441, bringing the City's total cost share amount to $16,921,957, with an overall contract amount of $36,891,327; and 4) 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
Mayor Ulloa reported on the following meetings and event including the Water Facilities Authority Board of Directors; West End Mayor's Roundtable meeting; Legislative Policy Committee meeting; Chino Community Theatre's 40th anniversary; City Manager meeting; and reminded residents of upcoming events in December.
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock
Mayor Pro Tem Comstock reported on the following meetings and event including a meeting with a resident; West End Mayor's Roundtable meeting; Legislative Policy Committee meeting; City Manager meeting; Cal Cities Legislative Bylaws Committee meeting; City Manager meeting; and the City Council meeting.
Council Member Burton
Council Member Burton reported on the following meetings and event including the Planning Commission meeting; meeting with a Director of Chaffey College; Cal Cities Legislative Bylaws Committee meeting; AED SaveStation Tower Ribbon Cutting at Ruben S. Ayala Park; Gobbler Gloves Youth Boxing event; meeting with residents; City Manager meeting; and provided an update on the West End Animal Services Agency.
Council Member Flores
Council Member Flores expressed he was grateful to see new employees joining the Chino team and the many organizations who offered meals during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Council Member Lucio
Council Member Lucio reported on the following meetings and event including the Fraga Realty and All American Car Wash food giveaway, and thanked everyone who participated to help members of the community who are in need.
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City Manager's Report
City Manager Reich had no report.
City Attorney's Report
City Attorney Galante had no report.
Police Chief's Report
Chief Mensen called up Corporal Navarro who announced the Chino Police Association is leading the Santa Sleigh traveling throughout the City, including the newly annexed areas.
Chief Mensen expressed he was proud of the Police Association's efforts to manage the Santa Sleigh and noted both the new and old sleigh are being used simultaneously for events.
Chief Mensen spoke about a new jewelry theft scheme and provided safety measures for residents. Mayor Ulloa asked about the use of reader boards to include information on the jewelry theft scheme, and Chief Mensen explained the text space is limited, but ensured there are extra police officers patrolling the shopping centers during the holiday season.
Director's Report
Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, provided an update on road construction at Philadelphia Street and Pipeline Avenue, noting it is a San Bernardino County project; provided an update on the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) water service line requirements and confirmed letters were sent to residents regarding their service lines as part of the EPA requirements; and introduced Michelle Chapman, the new CIP Engineering Manager.
Michelle Chapman, CIP Engineering Manager, provided an introduction.
Fire Chief's Report
Deputy Fire Chief Jeremy Ault provided an announcement regarding the annual Senior Center luncheon; Spark of Love toy drive; and the annual Stuff the Boot Toy Drive on December 9, 2024, at the Chino Spectrum.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 7:21 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 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 17TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2024.
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EUNICE M. ULLOA, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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