CITY OF CHINO
MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS
MARCH 18, 2025 - Covering meetings from January 1 – January 31, 2025 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: March 18, 2025
CHINO VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report By: Ellyse Martinez Meeting Date: January 21, 2024
• On January 10, City staff from the Economic Development Division attended the Fix Auto Chino Grand Opening. They presented the business with a certificate of congratulations and welcomed them to the community. The business is located at 4510 Carter Ct., Chino, CA 91710. • On January 10, Council Members Chris Flores and City staff from the Economic Development Division attended the Kidspeak Speech-Language Therapy Services Inc. Grand Opening. Council Member Flores presented the business with a certificate of congratulations and welcomed them to the City of Chino .
The business is located at 5632 Philadelphia St., Unit 106, Chino, CA 91710. • On January 25 , Council Member Chris Flores and City staff attended the Bevy Bean Grand Opening.
Council Member Flores presented the business with a certifica te of congratulations and spoke to the crowd on the importance of generational business owners in Chino. The business is located at 4735 Riverside Dr., Chino, CA 91710.
• On January 31, City staff attended the All-American Express Carwash Grand Opening and presented the business with a certificate of congrat ulations, noting its incredible service and commitment to the community. The business is located at 4089 Grand Ave., Chino, CA 91710.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 18, 2025
CHINO BASIN DESALTER AUTHORITY
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Pete Vicario Meeting Date: January 21, 2025
The Chino Basin Desalter Authority (CDA) reported that 368 acre -feet of water was delivered to the City of Chino in December.
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The CDA Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) recommended the following, all of which were approved:
• Approve a Cost -of-Living Adjustment of 2.3% for all CDA employees, effective the first pay period of 2025. The total increase on the budget for calendar year 2025 is estimated at $15,362. The impact on the current adopted budget FY 2024/25 is $7,816 (January 2025 to June 2025). • Approve an increase of CDA’s retirement contribution rate for full -time employees from 20% to 25% starting 2025. The total increase to the budget is estimated at $18,500 annually and would be incorporated into the FY 2025/26 budget.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 18, 2025
CHINO BASIN WATERMASTER
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: January 23, 2025
The Chino Basin Watermaster Board of Directors approved the 47th Annual Report covering fiscal year 2023/24. The report summarizes Watermaster’s activities during the fiscal year and includes the Assessment Package and the annual audit. The Annual Report will be filed with the Court. The report was presented to the Pool Committees on January 9, 2025, and to the Advisory Committee on January 16, 2025, where it was unanimously recommended to the Board for adoption and filing with the Court.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 27, 2025
CHINO VALLEY INDEPENDENT FIRE DISTRICT - LIAISON TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Repor t By: Linda Reich Meeting Date: January 8, 2024
Closed Session
Fire Chief Dave William’s evaluation was discussed during Closed Session.
Presentations/Announcements
The Board recognized Battalion Chief Wayne Fontes on his retirement. Others, including Council Member Karen Comstock on behalf of the City of Chino, also recognized him.
Liaison Reports to Fire District
Council Member Comstock thanked the fire service and all first responders on behalf of the City of Chino.
Fire Chief Report
Chief Williams reported that on January 25, the Fire District will partner with the American Red Cross and the Chino Police Department for a “Sound the Alarm” event at Pembroke Downs Mobile Home Park. The event provides free smoke alarm installation and home fire safety education to residents.
Consent Calendar
The Board unanimously adopted the Consent Calendar, which included a report on District programs and MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS – MARCH 18, 2025 (Covering Meetings from 1/1/25 – 1/31/25) PAGE 3
operations for December 2024, a Financial Report for November 2024, and the Treasurer’s report for November 2024.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 12, 2025
CHINO VALLE Y UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Vivian Castro Meeting Date: January 16, 2024
Tentative Agreement Between CVUSD and the Associated Chino Teachers – The Board unanimously approved to ratify the Tentative Agreement between the Chino Valley Unified School District and the Associated Chino Teachers, effective July 1, 2024.
Maximum Annual Contribution to Health and Welfare Benefits Premium for Certificated and Classified Management – The Board unanimously approve d to increase the District’s maximum annual contribution to the Health and Welfare benefits premium for the 2025/2026 school year, and to provide a one -time, off schedule payment of $1,350 for the 2024/2025 school year for certificated and classified management employees.
Employment Contracts for Various Executive Staff – The Board voted 4-1, with Monroe voting no, to approve employment contracts for the Deputy Superintendent; Associate Superintendent, Business Services; Assistant Superintendents: Curriculum, Instruction, Innovation, and Support; and Facilities, Planning, and Operations.
Board Compensation – The Board of Education unanimously approved a 5% compensation increase for itself, effective January 17, 2025.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 20, 2025
CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT – MEASURE G OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Silvia Avalos Meeting Date: January 29, 2025
Measure G 2023 Financial/Performance Audit Report - The audit report covered the period of July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. Audit results indicated that, in all material respects, the District properly accounted for the expenditures held in the Building Funds (Measure G) and that the expenditures were made for authorized Bond projects. It also noted that funds held in the Building Fund (Measure G), and expended by the District, were used for salaries only to the extent they perform administrative overs ight work on construction projects as allowable per Opinion 04-110 issued on November 9, 2004, by the State of California Attorney General.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 30, 2025
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: March 11, 2025
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INLAND EMPIRE UTILITIES AGENC Y REGIONAL SEWERAGE COMMITTEE Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report by: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: January 30, 2025
Action Items
Building Activity Report (BAR) Subcommittee Update- The Subcommittee has had ongoing discussions about streamlining the sewer connection fee process through a standardized fixture count worksheet. Currently, all Sewer Collection Agencies use an in -house developed form that varies from agency to agency. The Sewer Collection Agencies , along with IEUA, have collaborated and developed a final draft of this worksheet. All Subcommittee members have reviewed and approved the final draft and are ready to implement upon formal adoption. The BAR Subcommittee will route it through the Regional Technical Committee for final approval and adoption. Upon approval of the worksheet, the BAR Subcommittee will host a training workshop for all users of the worksheet within the service area, followed by a scheduled implementation date.
Informational
Rate-Setting Process and Schedule - The rate -setting process, which includes rates for recy cled water, wastewater treatment, potable water, and administrative costs, consists of a thorough review of the operating and capital plan budget needs for the next two years, an evaluation of key operating and planning assumptions, and an assessment of cost containment measures to help moderate increases in rates and charges. The goal is to finalize and adopt a two-year rate, with IEUA Board approval targeted for the April 16, 2025, Board meeting.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 27, 2025
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES – INLAND EMPIRE DIVISION
Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez Meeting Date: January 16, 2024
The League of Cities IE Division held a welcome dinner reception at Fleming’s restaurant in Rancho Cucamonga for City Council members and City Managers . The event introduced the League and its various services and activities to the newly elected council members. It allowed the elected representatives and city managers to network on issues of interest to Inland Empire cities.
Next anticipated meeting date: March 20, 2025
OMNITRANS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: January 8, 2024
The Board approved an amendment to the Short-Range Transit Plan, which included scheduled fare increases for Fiscal Year 2026 . Based on a review of post -pandemic recovery levels , which have not met expectations, staff recommended postponing the fare increase to help continue ridership and service recovery. Staff indicated that the lack of a fare increase was not expected to impact the budget significantly.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 5, 2025
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ONTARIO INT ERNATIONA L AIRPORT AUTHORITY (OIAA)
INTER -AGENCY COLLABORATIVE (ROUNDTABLE)
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | 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: January 14, 2025
No items to report.
Meeting Date: January 28, 2025
Line Fire Mutual Aid - At the January 28th meeting, the Board of Supervisors addressed the financial implications of the recent Line Fire emergency. Under Item No. 59, the Board authorized the Sheriff/Coroner/Public Administrator to execute post- event agreements with the Chino, Montclair, Ontario, and Upland police departments.
These agreements are designed to facilitate reimbursement for costs incurred by these agencies while providing mutual aid during the fire.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 11, 2025
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SOLID WASTE ADVISORY TASK FORCE
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report by: Xo chitl Huerta No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 16, 2025
SAN BERNARDINO CO UNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (SBCTA) BOARD OF DIRECTORS Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: January 8, 2024
Ad Hoc Committee Appointments - The Board established appointments to various Ad Hoc committees.
Included in this item was the appointment of Mayor Ulloa to the Transit Committee.
Landscape Maintenance Contract - The Board approved the award of a 4-year contract to Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. for continued landscape establishment and landscape maintenance of the newly completed SR-60 / Central Avenue bridge project. The award was for an amount not to exceed $752,930, which would be funded by Measure I Valley Freeway Interchange Program funds and local funds from Chino.
South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Proposed Rules - A controversial topic on the agenda was SBCTA’s resolution to oppose SCAQMDs proposed rule changes , which would require the phased- in replacement of residential gas-fired water heaters and furnaces with electric units beginning in 2026. The goal of the rules is to eliminate nitrogen oxide emissions from the burning of natural gas. Numerous public speakers, MONTHLY AGENCY REPORTS – MARCH 18, 2025 (Covering Meetings from 1/1/25 – 1/31/25) PAGE 6
who identified themselves as residents of the County and members of environmental protection groups, spoke against SBCTA’s resolution to oppose SCAQMD’s proposed rules. Those speakers asked SBCTA to continue the item to allow for more discussion or to vote down the resolution. The Board, however, voted to adopt the resolution opposing the proposed rules , citing the higher cost impacts of installing and operating electric devices and the increase in electrical demand under the proposed rules . The Board also noted the conflict between the State’s affordable housing mandates and the proposed rules.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 5, 2025
SBCTA – CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: TBD
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS ( SCAG ) – GENERAL ASSEMBLY Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: May 1– 2, 2025
SANTA ANA WATERSHED ADVISORY COUNCIL
Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report by: Benjamin Orosco No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 1, 2025
WATER FACILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report by: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: January 16, 2025
General Manager’s Report
The Metropolitan Water District plans to construct distribution infrastructure, allowing service from Diamond Valley Lake to the forebay at Devils Canyon, which supplies the Rialto Pipeline. This is currently being discussed, and there are no anticipated construction dates. The Rialto Pipeline, built in 1972, spans approximately 30 miles and delivers untreated water from the State Water Project to the F.E. Weymouth Water Treatment Plant in LaVerne. From there, the water is sent to WFA, which supplies the City of Chino's upper zones.
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The Metropolitan Water District plans to replace a 35 -foot segment of steel pipe on the Rialto Pipeline and upgrade key valves to improve the pipeline's long-term reliability and support future water supply needs. Work will occur at various locations along the pipeline, and the shutdown will happen from February 12 to 25, 2025.
Next anticipated meeting date: March 20, 2025
WEST END ANIMAL SERVICES AGENCY JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report by: Rogelio Huerta No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 6, 2025
WEST VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT
Council Representative: Chris Flores | Staff Report by: V ivian Castro No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: February 25, 2025