Agenda packet — Chino City Council, April 7, 2026 (part 1 of 3)

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CHINO CITY COUNCIL

SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026

REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
CLOSED SESSION – 4:30 PM
OPEN SESSION – 6:00 PM
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ROLL CALL
Mayor Eunice M. Ulloa, Mayor Pro Tem Curtis Burton, Council Member Karen C. Comstock, Council Member Christopher Flores, Council Member Marc Lucio.

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time and place for the general public to address the City Council about the closed session items. Ordinance No. 97-08 (Chino Municipal Code Section 2.04.090) limits speakers to no more than five (5) minutes in which to address the Council, except as provided under Government Code 54954.3(b)(2).

CLOSED SESSION

1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Paragraph (2) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9. Number of Cases: One Case

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to Paragraph (4) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9. Number of Cases: One Case
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3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code 54956.8
Property: APN: 1014-281-04; NEC of Central & Francis Ave., Chino Agency Negotiator: Linda Reich, City Manager or her designee; Negotiating Parties: Dave Kuo
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Potential Acquisition

4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code 54956.8
Property: APN: 1014-281-03 5412 Francis Ave and 1014-281-08 0 Francis Ave.

Agency Negotiator: Linda Reich, City Manager or her designee; Negotiating Parties: Grand West Coast Investment, LLC
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Potential Acquisition

FLAG SALUTE

CEREMONIALS
Proclamations
Autism Awareness Month - Proclaim April 2026 as Autism Awareness Month in the City of Chino.

Child Abuse Prevention Month - Proclaim April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the City of Chino.

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week - Proclaim April 12 - 18, 2026 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

Presentations
Chino Police Department Annual Department Awards - Recognition of Police Officer of the Year Corporal Alex Courtney, Professional Staff Member of the Year Police Service Officer Marissa Zendejas, and Chief's Award of Distinction Corporal Alex Wright.

Mayor’s Home Beautification Award - Award of Mayor’s Home Beautification Award for April 2026.

REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION

AGENDA ADDITIONS/REVISIONS

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
This is the time and place for the Mayor to inform the public of all upcoming events and past occurrences of communitywide interest and concern.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the time and place for the general public to address the City Council about subjects that do not appear elsewhere on the agenda. Due to Council policy and Brown Act requirements, action will not be taken on any issues not on the Agenda. Ordinance No. 97-08 (Chino Municipal Code Section

2.04.090) limits speakers to no more than five (5) minutes in which to address Council, except as provided under Government Code 54954.3(b)(2). If more than three (3) persons seek to address the same agenda item or the same subject matter, the Mayor shall establish a maximum period of time not to exceed thirty (30) minutes.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
At this time, members of the public may present testimony as to why an item should be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion. Unless a member of the public or City Council requests that an item be removed from the Consent Calendar, all items will be acted upon as a whole and by one vote. Items placed on the Consent Calendar represent routine expenditures and/or actions that support ongoing City operations.

1. Warrants. Approve expenses as audited and within budget for warrants 7774710 to 777914, and Electronic Fund Transfers 526099E to 526194E, totaling $3,258,328.16.

2. Minutes. Approve Minutes for Regular Meeting on March 24, 2026 (All Members Present).

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. 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report Receive and file the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Reports which will subsequently be filed with the Governor's Office of Planning and Research and the California Department of Housing and Community Development.

5. 2025 Chino Climate Action Plan Annual Report. Receive and file the 2025 Chino Climate Action Plan Annual Progress Report.

6. Director of Development Services Classification. Adopt Resolution No. 2026 -021 approving the updated job description for the Director of Development Services Classification.

7. Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Chino and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Adopt Resolution No. 2026-022 approving Memorandum of Understanding Amendment No. 1 between the City of Chino and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) to update Exhibit A, Uniforms.

8. Live Entertainment Permit Renewal for Casa Diaz. Approval of a renewal Live Entertainment Permit for Casa Diaz at 7041 Schaefer Avenue for a period of 12 months, subject to quarterly review of satisfactory compliance with terms, conditions, and restrictions of permit.

9. Notice of Completion for Rehabilitation of Wells 12, 14, and 17 (WA212 & WA214) with General Pump Company, Inc. Accept work performed for Rehabilitation of Wells 12, 14, and 17 with General Pump Company as complete; authorize the Director of Public Works to file the Notice of Completion on behalf of the City of Chino; and authorize the release of retention funds.

PUBLIC HEARING
Prior to the vote of the City Council, any member of the audience will have the opportunity to address Council on any items listed under Public Hearings. Council requests, but it is not required, that you state your name and address prior to making any remarks.

10. Assembly Bill (AB) 481 - Funding, Acquisition, and Use Policy. Public Hearing and approval of the Chino Police Department's "Military Equipment" Use Policy per the requirements of Assembly Bill (AB) 481.

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RECOMMENDATION: 1) Conduct a Public Hearing and 2) approve the introduction of Ordinance No. 2026 -003, approving the Chino Police Department's "Military Equipment" Use Policy per the requirements of Assembly Bill (AB) 481, to be read by number and title only and waive further reading of the ordinance.

ORDINANCE 2026-003 -AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA APPROVING THE UPDATED CHINO POLICE DEPARTMENT’S MILITARY

EQUIPMENT USE POLICY

NEW BUSINESS

11. Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025. Receive and file the City of Chino's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

Staff Report By: Kim Sao, Director of Finance and Ahmed Badawi, Partner, Badawi & Associates
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the City of Chino’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025.

12. Fiscal Year 2025 -26 Midyear Budget Review. Adopt Resolution No. 2026 -023 to Approve the Midyear Budget Adjustments for Fiscal Year 2026-26.

Staff Report By: Kim Sao, Director of Finance
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026 -023, authorizing the FY 2025 -26 Midyear Budget adjustments as detailed in Exhibits A and B, including approval of contract amendments outlined in Exhibit C.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
This is the time and place for the Mayor and Council Members to report on prescheduled Council Committee Assignment Meetings that were held since the last Regular Council Meeting, and any other items of interest. Upon request by an individual Council Member, the City Council may choose to take action on any of the subject matters listed below.

Mayor Ulloa
Mayor Pro Tem Burton
Council Member Comstock
Council Member Flores
Council Member Lucio
City Manager's Report
City Attorney's Report
Director's Report
Police Chief's Report
Fire Chief's Report
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ADJOURN
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. (Closed Session no earlier than 4:00 p.m. if necessary) in these Council Chambers.

I, Natalie Gonzaga, City Clerk of the City of Chino, hereby declare that on Thursday, April 2, 2026 this agenda was posted on the south window of Chino City Hall and this agenda together with all of the agenda reports and related documents were posted on the City’s website at www.cityofchino.org by myself or under my direction.
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Natalie Gonzaga, City Clerk.
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CITY OF CHINO

COMMUNITY SERVICES, PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: SILVIA AVALOS, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES, PARKS &

RECREATION

SUBJECT
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Autism Awareness Month
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CITY OF CHINO MISSION / VISION / VALUES / STRATEGIC ISSUES The recommendation detailed above further the City’s values and strategic issues that serve as key pillars on which identified priorities, goals, and action plans are built, by fostering:
 Commitment to Our Community

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MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

COMMUNITY SERVICES, PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: SILVIA AVALOS, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES, PARKS &

RECREATION

SUBJECT
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Proclaim April 2026, as Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

POLICE DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, CITY OF CHINO
FROM: KEVIN MENSEN, CHIEF OF POLICE

SUBJECT
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National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
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MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

POLICE DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, CITY OF CHINO
FROM: KEVIN MENSEN, CHIEF OF POLICE

SUBJECT
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Chino Police Department Annual Department Awards
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CITY OF CHINO

ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, CITY OF CHINO
FROM: EUNICE M. ULLOA, MAYOR

SUBJECT
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Award of Mayor’s Home Beautification Award.
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CITY OF CHINO

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: KIM SAO, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

SUBJECT
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Warrants.
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RECOMMENDATION
Approve expenses as audited and within budget for warrants 7774710 to 777914, and Electronic Fund Transfers 526099E to 526194E, totaling $3,258,328.16. ..body

FISCAL IMPACT
Sufficient funds have been included in the Fiscal Year 25-26 Adopted Budget.

Revenue:

Expenditure:
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TITLE: WARRANTS.

PAGE: 2

BACKGROUND
As prescribed by Government Code Sections 37202 and 37208, the following demand registers are herewith submitted for Council ratification:

NO. WARRANTS CHECK DATE FY AMOUNT

1. 7774710 – 7774790 03/12/26 25-26 $351,941.70

2. 7774791 03/13/26 25-26 $7,541.93

3. 7774792 – 7774914 03/19/26 25-26 $388,456.94

4. 526099E – 526154E 03/13/26 25-26 $1,874,442.34

5. 526155E – 526194E 03/20/26 25-26 $635,945.25

TOTAL $3,258,328.16

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
See attached exhibit for detailed information on warrants exceeding $50,000.

Attachment

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A/P Warrant Register Over $50,000

Check Date Check
Number Vendor Name Description Amount
03/12/26 7774781 SO CAL EDISON CO SERVICE PERIOD: 01/07-03/02 $50,519.00 7774789 WASTE MANAGEMENT COLLECTION SERVICES $113,800.64 03/13/26 526109

CHINO VALLEY INDEPENDENT FIRE
DISTRICT FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES $1,479,549.00
526130 MERCHANTS LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES $59,060.02 526133 MODEL 1 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES, INC. CITY CONSIDERATION 10/01/25-12/31/25 $52,706.05 03/19/2026 7774833 GENTRY BROTHERS INC CITYWIDE PAVEMENT IMPROVEMENTS $90,900.00 7774900 WASTE MANAGEMENT COLLECTION SERVICES $89,969.31 03/20/2026 526159 BIGGS CARDOSA ASSOCIATES, INC. EUCLID BRIDGE DESIGN SERVICES $68,334.60 526179 INLAND EMPIRE UTILITIES AGENCY NON-RECLAIMABLE WASTEWATER $172,290.26 526185 CANNON CORPORATION GENERAL PLAN CHECK SERVICES $131,802.69 526191 US BANK CORPORATE PAYMENT PCARD FEBRUARY2026 $113,649.35

TOTAL $2,422,580.92

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CITY OF CHINO

ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK

SUBJECT
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Minutes.
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SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

REGULAR MEETING - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026

MINUTES
OPEN SESSION – 6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
The March 24, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Chino City Council / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 6:06 pm by Mayor Eunice M. Ulloa in the Council Chambers.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Mayor Eunice M. Ulloa, Mayor Pro Tem Curtis Burton, Council Member Karen C.

Comstock, Council Member Christopher Flores, and Council Member Marc Lucio ABSENT: NONE.

FLAG SALUTE
Girl Scout Troop 1744 led the Pledge of Allegiance.

CEREMONIALS
Proclamations
Arbor Day - Proclaim April 3, 2026, as Arbor Day in the City of Chino in accordance with National Arbor Day Foundation.

Mayor Ulloa read the Arbor Day proclamation into the record and presented it to Dane D'Antuono, CSPR Coordinator, Sal Parra, Public Works Supervisor, and Chino Youth Museum Board Member Rinah Lerma, who were present to accept the proclamation.

Government Finance Professionals Week - Proclaim March 23 - 27, 2026 as Government Finance Professionals Week in the City of Chino.

Mayor Ulloa read the Government Finance Professionals Week proclamation into the record and presented it to Kim Sao, Director of Finance, Sheri Beckett, Budget Manager, Hilda Miller, Administrative Assistant, Sarah Contreras, Payroll Technician, Lisa Conlon, Revenue Manager, Nadyne Lowry, Deputy Director of Finance, and Jizelle Sandoval, Purchasing Manager, who were present to accept the proclamation.

Presentations
Chino Youth Boxing Club Awards - Recognition of Chino Youth Boxing Club Members who received various awards during 2025.
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Mayor Ulloa called up Chino Youth Boxing Club Vice President Ray Morales and Boxing Club Coach Daniel Esqueda, who presented awards to Boxers of the Month, Boxer of the Year, Most Improved Award, and Sportsmanship Award for 2025. Mr. Morales provided an introduction of the Chino Boxing Board Members.

Mike Garcia, Chino Youth Boxing Foundation - Recognition of Mike Garcia for his 35 years of service to the Chino Boxing Club and Chino Youth Boxing Foundation.

Mayor Ulloa presented the City Tile to Mike Garcia, in recognition of 35 years of dedicated service to the Chino Youth Boxing Foundation and Chino Boxing Club. Presentations were also made to Mr. Garcia by the Chino Police Department by Chief Mensen, the Chino Valley Fire District by Vice President Tom Haughey and Board Member Harvey Luth, the Office of Senator Susan Rubio by Field Representative Jasmine Cheng, and the Chino Youth Boxing Foundation.

Business of the Month - Award of Business of the Month for March 2026 to:
- Yanks Air Museum
- Su Carniceria
Mayor Ulloa presented the Business of the Month for March 2026 to Su Carneceria. The award was accepted by owners Albert Rodriguez, Javier Acosta, and Walter Acosta.

Mayor Ulloa announced and congratulated the next Business of the Month for March 2026, Yanks Air Museum, who was unable to attend the meeting due to an event at the museum.

AGENDA ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
City Manager Linda Reich reported there were no additions or revisions to the agenda.

INFORMATION
External Agency Report for March 24, 2026. Receive and file the External Agency Report for March 24, 2026 (Covering Meetings from January 1 - 31, 2026).

Mayor Ulloa announced the External Agency Report was included in the agenda packet.

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Ulloa announced the Grand Re -Opening of the Ruben S. Ayala Park Batting Cages, Healthy Family Day, Chino Days, and the State of the City events.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
Pastor Dustin Harrison, Calvary Chapel Chino Valley, provided the invocation.

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. Warrants. Approve expenses as audited and within budget for warrants 7774458 to 7774709, and Electronic Fund Transfers 5525977E to 526098E, totaling $9,003,501.57.

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4. Government Relations Update for March 24, 2026. Receive and file the March 24, 2026, Government Relations Update.

5. Ordinance No. 2026 -002 Second Reading - CFD 2026 -1 (Second Reading). Adoption of Ordinance No. 2026 -002 on second reading, authorizing the levy of special taxes within Community Facilities District No. 2026-01 Improvement Areas 1-3.

6. Majestic Chino Flight, LLC - Vesting Parcel Map. No. 20561, Subdivision Improvement Agreement and Development Impact Fee Construction Credit/Reimbursement Agreement.

Approve Vesting Parcel Map No. 20561, Subdivision Improvement Agreement, and the Development Impact Fee (DIF) Construction Credit/Reimbursement Agreement with Majestic Chino Flight, LLC.

7. Approve Amendment No. 2 with Hunsaker and Associates Irvine, Inc. and transfer CIP Project scope from WA242 to WA223. Approve Contract Amendment No. 2 with Hunsaker and Associates Irvine, Inc. for $94,620 and update the project titles for WA223 to Water Main Replacement - Russell Avenue and Walnut Avenue and WA242 to Water Main Replacement - Philadelphia Avenue.

8. Final Acceptance of Public Improvements for Tract Map No. 20166 (Block 4) KB Homes Coastal, Inc. Accept public improvements as complete for Tract Map No. 20166, constructed by KB Homes Coastal, Inc., for the subdivision generally located south of Market Street, west of Hellman Avenue, north of Legacy Park, and east of Discovery Park.

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Burton, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to approve the Consent Calendar items 1, 3-8 as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.

ABSENT: NONE.

ITEMS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR

2. Minutes. Approve Minutes for (a) Regular Meeting Minutes for March 3, 2026 (Mayor Ulloa Absent-Excused) and (b) Study Session Meeting for March 10, 2026 (All Members Present).

Motion by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Burton, to approve Consent Calendar Item 2. The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.

ABSENT: NONE.

ABSTAIN: ULLOA

NEW BUSINESS

9. Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement - San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust (SBRHT).

Consideration of Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) authorizing participation in the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust.
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Staff Report By: Chris Corbin, Deputy Director of Development Services and Warren Morelion, Director of Development Services
RECOMMENDATION: 1) Adopt Resolution 2026 -020 approving a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement (“Agreement”) with the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust (SBRHT); 2) appropriate $25,000 from the Affordable Housing Fund 310 for annual membership fees; and 3) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.

Chris Corbin, Deputy Director of Development Services, and Warren Morelion, Director of Development Services, provided a presentation on the item.

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Burton, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to 1) Adopt Resolution 2026 -020 approving a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement ("Agreement") with the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust (SBRHT); 2) appropriate $25,000 from the Affordable Housing Fund 310 for annual membership fees; and 3) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.

ABSENT: NONE.

10. San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) Measure I 3.0. Approval a Resolution Supporting the Expenditure Plan Presented by the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority for the Continuation of Measure I.

Staff Report By: Albert Espinoza, Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 2026 -019, approving support of the expenditure plan presented by SBCTA for the continuation of Measure I, which supports street maintenance and transportation-related improvements.

Albert Espinoza, Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer, and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, provided a presentation on the item.

Motion by Council Member Comstock, seconded by Council Member Flores, to Adopt Resolution No. 2026 -019, approving support of the expenditure plan presented by SBCTA for the continuation of Measure I, which supports street maintenance and transportation-related improvements. The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.

ABSENT: NONE.

11. Federal Asset Forfeiture - Duty Handguns and Accessories. Establish Federal Grant and Appropriate Funds for the Purchase of Duty Handguns and Necessary Accessories.

Staff Report By: Police Chief Kevin Mensen and Deputy Police Chief Nicholas Marotta RECOMMENDATION: 1) Establish Federal Grant Number G4266; 2) appropriate $296,014.05 from the fund balance of the Asset Forfeiture/Department of Justice Fund 120 for the purchase of duty handguns and all necessary accessories; and 3) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.
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Nicholas Marotta, Deputy Chief of Police, and Kevin Mensen, Chief of Police, provided a presentation on the item.

Deputy Chief Marotta indicated the old handguns will be returned back to the vendor for a credit.

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Burton, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to 1) Establish Federal Grant Number G4266; 2) appropriate $296,014.05 from the fund balance of the Asset Forfeiture/Department of Justice Fund 120 for the purchase of duty handguns and all necessary accessories; and 3) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.

ABSENT: NONE.

12. Approval of Settlement Agreement with K. Hovnanian for Required Accessibility and Public Works Improvements. Approve the settlement agreement between the City of Chino and K.

Hovnanian for required improvements in the City of Chino per the Americans With Disabilities Act, California Law, the Chino Municipal Code and applicable Subdivision Improvement Agreement.

Staff Report By: Fred Galante, City Attorney
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council consider and approve the settlement agreement between the City of Chino and K. Hovnanian for required improvements in the City of Chino per the Americans with Disabilities Act, California Law, the Chino Municipal Code and applicable Subdivision Improvement Agreement.

Fred Galante, City Attorney, provided a report on the item.

Mayor Ulloa inquired about the timeline of the completion of the improvements by the developer. Jesus Plasencia, Assistant City Engineer, noted that the developer must resolve all items on the punchlist before the project is presented to the City Council for final approval.

Additionally, these items must be completed prior to the release of any associated bonds.

Fred Galante, City Attorney, provided insight regarding how bond retention and agreement terms may encourage timely completion of the required improvements.

The City Council requested staff provide follow up regarding a firm timeline with the developer for completion of the improvements.

Motion by Council Member Comstock, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to consider and approve the settlement agreement between the City of Chino and K. Hovnanian for required improvements in the City of Chino per the Americans with Disabilities Act, California Law, the Chino Municipal Code and applicable Subdivision Improvement Agreement.

The motion was modified to add a request of staff to provide a firm timeline with the developer for completion of the improvements. The motion carried by the following vote:
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AYES: ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.

ABSENT: NONE.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Ulloa
Mayor Ulloa reported on the Mayor's Prayer Breakfast; Investment Committee meeting; Legislative Committee meeting; Senator Susan Rubio and City Manager meeting; Salute to Public Safety event; and thanked those who attended her husband's funeral and Celebration of Life.

Mayor Pro Tem Burton

13. Community Support Fund - Mayor Pro Tem Burton. Approve community support fund contribution to Chino Valley YMCA.

RECOMMENDATION: Approve community support fund contribution to Chino Valley YMCA ($250).

Motion by Council Member Flores, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to Approve community support fund contribution to Chino Valley YMCA ($250). The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NOES: NONE.

ABSENT: NONE.

Mayor Pro Tem Burton reported on the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority meeting; Chino Police Department Awards Ceremony; Reading Day at Howard Cattle Elementary School; Chino Basin Desalter Authority meeting; DairyAire 5K; Chino National Little League Opening; Conversation and Coffee with Senator Susan Rubio; City Manager meeting; City Council Study Session; Mayors Prayer Breakfast; Celebration of Life for Bob Ulloa; Eagle Scout Ceremony for Dresdon Rose; Chino American Little League Opening Day; meeting with the Riverside/Magnolia Avenues Project Developer; City of Ontario State of the City; Chino Basin Watermaster meeting; Salute to Public Safety; Chino Valley Youth Track and Field Meet; Animal Resource Center (ARC) briefing; City Manager meeting; and City Council meeting.

Council Member Comstock
Council Member Comstock reported on the City Manager meeting; Reading Day at Walnut Elementary School; City Council Study Session; Celebration of Life for Bob Ulloa; Legislative Policy Committee meeting; League of California Cities Inland Empire Division meeting; Infrastructure/Streets Committee meeting; and planning meeting for the League of California Cities Inland Empire Division and Riverside Division Joint meeting.

Council Member Flores
Council Member Flores reported on the City Council Study Session; Celebration of Life for Bob Ulloa; Wellbean Coffee House Ribbon Cutting; and Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce Board meeting.
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Council Member Lucio
Council Member Lucio reported on the City Council Study Session; Celebration of Life for Bob Ulloa; participated in a 32-hour Emergency Management training; meeting with a resident from the Homecoming at The Preserve; and Infrastructure/Streets Committee meeting.

City Manager's Report
City Manager Reich had no report.

City Attorney's Report
City Attorney Galante had no report.

Director's Report
There was no Director's report.

Police Chief's Report
Police Chief Mensen announced the free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training on April 14, 2026, and spoke regarding meetings with legislators in Sacramento regarding public safety legislation.

In response to a question, Police Chief Mensen, shared information regarding the upcoming transfer of inmates to the California Institution for Men (CIM), noting more information will be available after an upcoming meeting with CIM.

Fire Chief's Report
Deputy Fire Chief Gabel provided an update on Fire Station 68 and the hiring of four fire recruits.

ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. (Closed Session no earlier than 4:00 p.m. if necessary) in these Council Chambers.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 7TH DAY OF APRIL 2026.
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EUNICE M. ULLOA, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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(These minutes are not official until signed.)
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CITY OF CHINO

ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK

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Sufficient funding is available in the adopted Fiscal Year 2025-26 Operating Budget.

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TITLE: ELECTED CITY OFFICIALS’ REPORT REGARDING TRAVEL, TRAINING, AND MEETINGS.

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BACKGROUND
In accordance with Government Code Sections 53232.2 and 53232.3, implementing Assembly Bill (AB) 1234 on January 1, 2006, the City adopted Resolution No. 2005 -093 establishing a Business-Related Expense Policy. On December 6, 2016, the City approved Resolution No. 2016-075 adopting the latest revisions to this policy. In addition to requiring local agenci es to adopt a business-related expense policy, AB 1234 requires that Elected Officials provide a brief report on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency at the next regular meeting of the legislative body.

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
In response to AB 1234, a report regarding Elected City Officials’ Travel, Training, and Meetings (Exhibit A) was created and is placed on the City Council Agenda Consent Calendar, as needed. The documents that pertain to the items listed on Exhibit A are available for publi c inspection at the City Clerk’s office located in City Hall at 13220 Central Avenue, Chino, CA.

Attachment – Exhibit A

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CITY OF CHINO

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: WARREN MORELION, AICP, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

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2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Report.
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FISCAL IMPACT
There is no financ ial impact to the General Fund. These annual reports are filed with the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation and the California Department of Housing and Community Development, and no further action is required.

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TITLE: 2025 GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL REPORT PAGE: 2

BACKGROUND
In July 2010, the City Council adopted Envision Chino 2025 (“2025 General Plan”) , a comprehensive update to the City’s General Plan. Section 65400 of the Government Code requires the Planning Commission to review and forward to the City Council an annual report describing the City’s progress in implementing its 2025 General Plan and Housing Element.

Once reviewed by the City, the report is required to be sent electronically to the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI), formerly the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR), as well as the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). In September 2025, the City Council adopted the 2045 General Plan Update. Since adoption of the updated General Plan was completed in late 2025, it is appropriate to provide one final ann ual report on the previous 2025 General Plan. Accordingly, th is 2025 Annual Report is based on 2025 General Plan. Reporting under the updated 2045 General Plan will commence next year.

The 2025 General Plan includes an introduction and Vision Chapter as w ell as 12 separate elements. The 12 elements cover the seven topics required by State Government Code Section 65302, including a Housing Element that is required to be updated every eight years. The Housing Element update was completed by the City in Janua ry 2022, adopted by the City Council and certified by HCD in December 202 4, which covers the 2021 -2029 reporting period.

The 2021 -2029 Housing Element includes specific components such as an analysis of the existing housing stock, an analysis of existing and projected housing needs, and a quantification of the number of housing units that will be developed, preserved, and improved through its policies and actions.

The 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report has been completed and is attached for review by the City Council in accordance with State guidelines. The General Plan and Housing Element progress report ensures responsible long -range planning through the annual review of policies, strategies, and actions identified in each document.

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
Staff reviewed the 2025 General Plan goals, policies, and actions, as identified in the Implementation Program (Exhibit “A” to the General Plan Annual Progress Report). The Implementation Program incorporates a narrative of the goals and action statements from the 2025 General Plan that have been completed or were in the process of being completed in 2025. During the 2025 calendar year, the City continued to implement many General Plan goals and policies through ongoing City programs, private development, and capital improvement projects.

The City also continues to implement the 2021 -2029 Housing Element measures in an effort to add to the region’s supply of affordable housing through the multiple housing programs offered by the City. Exhibit “B” to the General Plan Annual Progress Report inclu des several tables that summarize the progress made in 202 5 towards meeting the goals and objectives of the City’s 2021-2029 Housing Element.

The Planning Commission reviewed the 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report at the March 18, 2026, Planning Commission meeting, and recommended the City Council receive and file the reports.

Attachment - 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report

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PLANNING DIVISION
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CITY OF CHINO GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT

EXHIBIT A

2025 GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM TABLE

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Action
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Action Status of Progress/Comments
HC-1.1 A1 Develop programs to foster collaboration between local health officials and City staff and elected officials.

The Healthy Chino Coalition program, in place since 2004, continues to meet quarterly with over 20 active Coalition members including local health officials, physicians, nurses, educators, business owners, and City staff. The City actively participates in the quarterly IEHP Community Partner Network Meetings and San Antonio Regional Hospital Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (HEDI). Healthy Chino continues to participate at the monthly Focus on Youth collaborative meetings. These meetings foster new partnerships and create opportunities to expand new and existing programming. Healthy Chino staff attends the City of Chino quarterly Safety Committee Meetings. The Healthy Chino Program continues to offer employee wellness challenges and healthy snack options. This is done by collaborating with different agencies and companies to help promote healthy living. Partnerships include Kaiser Permanente, San Bernardino Health Department, IEHP, Chino Valley Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Juice It Up, San Bernardino County Master Gardeners, and SoCal Healthy Vending. The SoCal Healthy Vending company is a local Chino business.

HC-1.1 A2 Develop a list of best practices related to promoting healthy communities. Ideas on best practices are gained through the on-going attendance by Healthy Chino staff at the various health and wellness collaborative meetings and conferences. Programs that are currently in place that promote healthy practices are the Hike the Valley Program, established in 2013, where participants are guided through local trails (hikes average 2-5 miles in length and range from easy to advance levels). At the Chino Community Garden participants plant fruits/vegetables and learn gardening, nutrition, and sustainability through the garden's educational workshops. Educational programs include demonstration gardens, cooking classes, and children’s story time programs. The Community Garden will continue to offer its popular garden workshops, Children's Discovery workshops, and composting program. Bark Around Ayala Park continues to bring in over 400 participants, their dogs, and 30 local vendors for a fun and active morning. Healthy Chino contributes to and promotes the Chino Valley YMCA 5K Reindeer Romp, Run for Russ 5K, and the Chino Youth Museum 5K DairyAire each year. The City and Chino Valley YMCA partner on Healthy Family Day and hosted a fun, free annual community event on March 15, 2025 at the Neighborhood Activity Center with over 750 participants who got to enjoy fitness demonstrations, kids' activities, inflatable obstacle course and activities, smoothie bike, healthy food, health/nutrition/fitness vendors, and water/environmental vendors. Healthy Chino partnered with the Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) and the Public Works Department to host two Earth Day events on April 16 and 17, 2025, at the Chino Creek Wetlands & Educational Park. Over 3,500 people attended the event over the two days. The Healthy Chino program collaborates with the Chino Police Department to host the annual Bike Day event each year. This event hosts a 13-mile community bike ride and a 5-mile family bike ride. The Police Department hands out free bike helmets as well as conduct a safety obstacle course. Healthy Chino recruits a local bike shop, Bike Fix, as an event sponsor, and Bike Fix hosts a booth at the event offering free bike repairs to event attendees. The 20 year anniversary continued through September 2025, featuring enhanced events and Employee Wellness challenges, mobile stops where the public can recieve free health information from health-based partners, and a cookbook collaboration between the Chino Valley Unified School District, Healthy Chino, and the SOAR program.

HC-1.1 A3 Track community health information systematically and in ways appropriate for use in decisions about the built environment.

In partnernership with San Antonio Regional Hospital to receive data on the rates of nutrition-based illnesses in the City of Chino. Healthy Chino also partnered with Inland Empire Health Plan, where IEHP hosted several workshops in English and Spanish in the downtown area to bring awareness to the community on topics included Heart Health, Controlling Diabetes, Healthy Eating, and Mental Health.

Healthy Chino Element
Goal HC-1 Foster Chino resident's health.
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HC-1.2 A1 Develop a program to disseminate information about healthful eating habits. There are a number of methods that are used in the Healthy Chino Program to distribute information about healthy eating habits. These include: Healthy Family Day, with over 750 participants and 40 vendors; Grilling classes offered to the community to help promote healthy eating habits; and partnering with CVUSD in recognizing National Nutrition Month. Healthy Chino also disseminates monthly emails on health tips to over 800 community members, City employees, Health Council members, and Focus on Youth members. Healthy Chino continues to promote healthy snack and breakfast options in all City after school programs. Healthy Chino offers the Healthy Kids Challenge at the High Five, SOAR Afterschool programs, as well as seasonal camps. This incorporates healthy eating and fitness weekly challenges for six weeks. The Healthy Chino Program has also begun to use social media to distribute healthy tips and program announcements.

HC-1.2 A2 Model best practices related to promoting healthy eating habits at government offices and government-organized events by serving only healthy snacks and refreshments.

The City hosts programs for employees to promote healthy eating habits including Healthy and Wellness Workshops and the Stairwell Art Program. The 6-week weight loss/fitness program, "Healthier You Challenge" continues to be offered once a year (winter) to the employees to help start off the year encouraging health and wellness. Healthy Chino also encourages employees to offer healthy snacks and refreshments during meetings and trainings. Healthy Chino offers healthy snacks and water to participants at all of its programs including Children's Discovery Workshops, Hike the Valley, and bike events to name a few. There are eight new Healthy Vending Machines available to employees and residents. Employees were surveyed on healthy options they wanted to see in the vending machines. At the conclusion of the survey, the healthy vending company adopted most options by adding them into the machines.

HC-1.2 A3 Promote government and school purchase of locally-produced and/or organic food. The Healthy Chino program provides nutrition lessons to the afterschool programs promoting local organic produce from the Chino Community Garden.

HC-1.2 A4 Work with vendors at the farmer’s market to develop programs under which vendors can accept food stamps and other public benefits.

The City does not currently have a City-sponsored farmers market. No work has begun on identifying or prioritizing starting a farmers market or agriculture drop-off sites (CSA Farm Share). Previously, the City offered a farmers market at City Hall and then at The Preserve Community Center but was deemed unsustainable due to low sales.

Goal LU-1 Enhance the livability of Chino neighborhoods.

LU-1.1 A2 Conduct a review of existing City policies to identify barriers to the development of accessory dwelling units, co-housing, and other non-traditional housing types. Where necessary, modify policies to support development of these housing types.

The City has developed three pre-approved ADU plans of various sizes that meet the current building code requirements. Ongoing efforts focus on educating employees and reviewing City procedures to promote the development of ADUs. Additionally, staff continues to research funding sources.

LU-3.1 A1 Study the use of graduated-density zoning, which encourages parcel assembly by allowing higher densities for larger sites, or other policy-based mechanisms to encourage the development of projects on more than one parcel that are consistent with the Future Growth Vision Plan.

The concept of graduated-density zoning was studied during the 2010 General Plan Update. At that time, it was determined that it would not be incorporated into specific General Plan policies or Zoning Ordinance provisions, and would be evaluated again in future updates.

LU-3.1 A2 Work with the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) when it prepares its Sustainable Communities Strategy (SCS) to ensure that sites from the Future Growth Vision Plan are included in the SCS.

The Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) and Sustainable Community Strategy (SCS) was approved by SCAG in 2020. The RTP/SCS did not include the future growth areas because the land uses for these sites have not changed.

LU-3.1 A3 Consider revising the Future Growth Vision Plan if SCAG’s ultimate SCS map is not consistent with it.

The Housing Element update was completed on January 4, 2022, adopted by the City Council and certified by HCD in December 2024, which covers the 2021-2029 reporting period, to be in compliance with SCAG’s Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation. Many areas within the Future Growth Vision Plan have been identified as potential sites to meet the RHNA allocation. These sites would allow for higher densities up to 30 dwelling units to the acre or have the potential for mixed-use development.

LU-3.2 A1 Provide expedited review of projects on the four corners of Walnut and Central Avenues that meet both the land use regulations and the design guidance provided for these properties and for mixed-use properties in general.

There has not been any development activity at this intersection during this reporting period.

Land Use Element
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LU-3.3 A1 Work with landowners along Riverside Drive to consolidate parcels so they can create large enough spaces for new development of either mixed-use or multi-family residential buildings. On some portions of Riverside Drive where the parcels are very shallow due to dedications for the street right-of-way, this will need to include consolidation with parcels that do not currently front upon Riverside Drive. In this case, the landowners will need to enter into an agreement to share profits according to the original size of each parcel before right-of-way has been dedicated.

There has not been any development activity in this area during this reporting period. In the future, if interest in development of properties in this area is received, the City will explore opportunities to coordinate with other landowners along Riverside Drive to encourage consolidation of parcels.

LU-3.4 A1 Existing uses south of the Civic Center are permitted to continue, but are encouraged to upgrade their facilities to provide better pedestrian amenities on sidewalks and open areas.

The City will continue to work with land owners to ensure pedestrian facilities are upgraded with any future development in this area. However, there has not been any mixed use or residential development activity in this area.

LU-3.4 A2 Work with residential, commercial, and industrial landowners to consolidate parcels so they can create large enough spaces for development of live-work lofts on the block bounded by Central Avenue, F, 5th, and G streets.

In the future, if there is interest for development in this area, the City will explore opportunities to coordinate with other landowners to encourage consolidation of parcels.

LU-4.1 A1 Work with San Bernardino County to revise the County’s General Plan to reflect the land use designations shown in the City’s Land Use Map.

Upon adoption of the City's General Plan 2010, City staff transmitted updated land use information to the County. The County has since updated portions of their General Plan to reflect the land use designations shown in the City's Land Use Map. The City will coordinate with the County of any future approved land use changes to keep the map updated.

LU-5.2 A1 Develop a program to provide incentives for projects that support smart growth goals and reduce greenhouse gases, such as mixed-use, infill, and transit-oriented development projects.

On November 17, 2020, the City Council approved an update to the City's Climate Action (CAP) Plan in an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 46% lower than the 2008 baseline by the year 2030. A list of mandatory and voluntary greenhouse gas emission reduction measures are listed within the CAP that an applicant will be required to implement into their project, thus resulting in a reduction of greenhouse gases. In addition, on January 4, 2022, the City adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element, that identifies potential housing sites for high densities and mixed-use developments.

Goal LU-6 Develop and implement comprehensive master plans for key sites and areas in Chino.

LU-6.1 A1 The City shall individually phase out the Majestic Spectrum, East Chino, Eucalyptus Business Park, and Central Avenue Specific Plans, as well as the Downtown Civic Center Master Plan, after careful study of the potential effects of the phase out.

In September 2025, the City Council adopted the 2045 Genearl Plan Update, repealing the Majestic Spectrum Specific Plan, Eucalyptus Business Park Specific Plan and Central Avenue Specific Plan.

LU-8.1 A2 Identify and prioritize neighborhoods underserved by healthy food sources for development of healthy food sources.

There are existing programs in place that serve low-income neighborhoods in the City, such as the Summer Lunch Program held in Monte Vista Park offered in July and August for children and youth 18 years or younger.

LU-8.1 A4 Identify appropriate locations for farmers markets and community-supported agriculture drop-off sites and prioritize such uses in these areas.

Goal CC-1 Establish high standards of community design in Chino.

CC-1.1 A1 Develop detailed design guidelines for new developments. The City has design standards per CMC 20.17 for the overall City. In addition, detailed design standards are provided for the College Park and The Preserve Specific Plans.

Community Character Element
Goal LU-4 Provide a clear transition for properties within the Sphere of Influence (SOI).

Goal LU-5 Reduce Chino's greenhouse gas emissions.

Goal LU-8 Ensure convenient access to healthy foods for all residents. 34 CITY OF CHINO

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Action Status of Progress/Comments
CC-2.3 A1 Develop a list of key entryways to Chino and establish a program to provide entry features for each of them. Entryways shall incorporate landscaping, trees, and/or architectural elements to enhance a sense of arrival to the City.

There are currently enhanced entryway landscape and signage treatments along Central Avenue at the Pomona 60 Freeway and in the southerly part of the City. A design has been approved for the 60 Freeway and Central interchange that includes City identifying features such as the City seal. Work began on the interchange in the summer of 2021 and was completed in 2024. The City will continue to consider other entries as deemed appropriate on a yearly basis.

TRA-1.1 A1 Develop and implement a prioritization and phasing program for new and improved roadway facilities based on existing facilities, planned facilities, and funding.

Through a combination of Land Development and Capital Improvement project review, staff reviews roadway facilities as each project is scoped in coordination with the General Plan's Circulation and Infrastructure elements.

TRA-1.2 A1 Conduct a signal timing study for all intersections with Level of Service (LOS) E and F.

Coordinate and implement study recommendations with adjacent jurisdictions as well as California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), if applicable.

Signal timing studies are done on an on-going basis for intersections that are congested, and modifications are made by the City as deemed appropriate and feasible. Coordination is continually coordinated with adjacent jurisdictions, SBCTA and Caltrans if needed. In addition, Mountain Avenue, Edison Avenue, Chino Avenue and Central Avenue have current traffic signal coordination timing and additional corridors are to be included as signal interconnect projects complete communications to them. Staff continues to improve traffic signal interconnect projects through private development, capital improvement and annual maintenance activities.

TRA-1.3 A1 Establish criteria for which developments will be allowed to construct private streets. The Specific Plans for College Park and The Preserve master-planned communities identify where private streets can be utilized, and include design standards for private streets. As new development proposals are reviewed in these Specific Plan areas, the benefits and/or impacts of designating proposed streets as private are evaluated. On February 2019, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2019-002, amending Section 19.06.040 of the Chino Municipal Code to clarify that any single-family residential developments having private streets approved before January 1, 2019, where the private streets otherwise meet the criteria of the Subdivision Map Ordinance, shall be deemed valid and duly authorized, but that no further private streets shall be authorized within single-family residential developments thereafter. When development proposals are reviewed for areas outside of these Specific Plan areas where infill development might occur, the street types will be reviewed on a case- by-case basis to determine the benefits and/or impacts of designating them as private.

TRA-1.3 A4 Identify possible funding sources for traffic calming treatments, including grants to investigate the feasibility of establishing a residential assessment district to allow residents to participate in funding construction of traffic calming treatments in their neighborhood.

Opportunities to apply for grant funding for traffic calming improvements or grants for the establishment of a residential assessment district are regularly monitored, and where appropriate, grant applications are applied for. A grant funded Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) was completed in October of 2022 which identified traffic safety improvement projects that would be eligable for future state grant funding.

In December of 2024, the CIty received an initial award of $400,000 for a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (CSAP) which will expand upon the effort of the LRSP enabling Chino to compete for federal traffic safety grants in the future as well. The CSAP is expected to be completed by December 2027. Chino has received TDA Article III funds to design the Benson Pedestrian Improvement Project at the end of 2025. Staff utilized annual operation & maintenance Measure I funding to implement traffic calming signing & striping projects addressing priority locations.

Transportation Element
Goal CC-2 Preserve and enhance areas that create community identity and support Chino's small town character.

Housing Element - Refer to Housing Element Annual Report Goal TRA-1 A roadway system that meets the needs of Chino's residents and visitors, provides safe, convenient, and efficient travel in, around, and through the City, and preserves and/or enhances the City's distinctive qualities.
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Action
Number
Action Status of Progress/Comments
TRA-3.1 A1 Develop a truck loading policy for new development that ensures new truck-dependent businesses limit their impact on neighborhoods and business districts.

The Chino Zoning Ordinance has existing provisions for industrial businesses that are located adjacent to non-industrial uses that require appropriate buffering techniques, such as increased setbacks, screening and dense landscaping to be provided in order to mitigate any negative effects of industrial operations such as truck loading. In addition, as industrial development applications are reviewed, the locations of loading areas are evaluated to mitigate any potential impacts to adjacent uses.

TRA-6.2 A2 Study individual accident locations, especially “hot spots” with multiple accidents, and identify necessary upgrades to reduce the incidence of accidents.

Accident reports are regularly reviewed on an ongoing basis to develop a list of intersections with a high volume of incidents. "Hot spot" locations and prioritization of locations are included in the Local Roadway Safety Plan completed in 2022. In 2024, Chino was awarded $400,000 for the development of a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan which will update the LRSP and expand its analysis of priority locations based on a systematic approach. As funding becomes available, projects are added to the 5- Year Capital Improvement Program. Traffic calming measures are also incorporated into CIP projects when practical.

TRA-6.3 A1 Develop an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan which identifies locations and funding commitments to provide access to public rights-of-way, including curb cuts and other improvements targeted toward persons with disabilities.

Beginning in 2016, the City began evaluating its buildings, parks, and services for accessibility. In 2021 and 2022, sidewalks and curb ramps began to be inventoried as a baseline for the public rights-of-way.

In 2023, the City completed a full, Citywide self-evaluation and ADA transition plan consisting of City- owned buildings and parks, public right-of-way facilities, and City policies and procedures. The final transition plan addresses identified barriers with a timeline and projected funding sources for the completion of improvements. The ADA Transition Plan was adopted by City Council in February 2024.

Annually, the City applies for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding and Transportation Development Act (TDA) funding for sidewalk and ADA ramp improvements for locations throughout the City. These funding streams will address specific accessibility barriers for people will disabilities that are identified in the transition plan.

TRA-10.2 A1 Prepare a Bicycle Master Plan for the City of Chino that establishes where and how the City’s bicycle network will be expanded, including standards to guide review of roadway enhancements or other changes to the roadway system. This plan should be consistent with requirements for allocation of State Bicycle Transportation Account funds and federal funding for bicycle improvements that cannot be allocated without an approved Bicycle Master Plan. The plan should also include criteria for funding prioritization of improvements.

TRA-10.2 A2 Develop maps or signage indicating local and regional bicycle routes, including distances to key destinations, such as parks and schools.

All new construction projects affecting bike facilities include bike path and trail signage guiding bicyclists around the network of bike facilities. Further, multi-use trails in Ayala Park and within the SCE Easement include mile marker signage.

TRA-10.2 A3 Promote bicycle-related programs for the community. Healthy Chino staff continues to offer bicycle-related programs in the community. Healthy Chino staff has partnered with the Chino Police Department in planning and running these programs. Chino Bike Day was held on May 10, 2025 at Ruben S. Ayala Park. Chino Bike Day provides a community bike ride (13 miles), a family bike ride (5 miles), bicycle safety workshop, helmet giveaway/fitting, bike obstacle course, free bike repairs, smoothie bike, and kids' activities.

Goal TRA-6 Improve the convenience, intuitiveness, and safety of Chino's street network.

Goal TRA-10 Foster bicycling as a convenient, healthy and environmentally-friendly travel choice in Chino.

Goal TRA-3 Freight transportation that provides efficient service to businesses and industry while limiting impacts to residents and visitors. 36 CITY OF CHINO

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TRA-11.1 A1 Develop a Pedestrian Master Plan that evaluates the pedestrian transportation system for discontinuities and prioritizes streetscape improvements such as street trees, sidewalks, benches, planter boxes, ADA access, trails, and other amenities in existing neighborhoods.

Key pedestrian corridors and potential funding sources to complete the Plan should be identified as part of the Plan.

TRA-11.1 A2 Develop a set of criteria for funding prioritization of planned pedestrian improvements, based on need/deficiency, anticipated demand, anticipated cost/benefit ratio, geographic equity, and funding opportunity.

TRA-11.1 A3 Develop maps or signage indicating local and regional pedestrian routes, including distances to key destinations, such as parks and schools.

TRA-11.1 A4 Develop an ADA Transition Plan specifying a timeline and funding commitments to provide access to public rights-of-way, including curb cuts and other improvements targeted toward persons with disabilities.

ED-1.2 A1 Maintain ongoing communication with manufacturing firms to make sure their operating needs are being met.

The Chino Office of Economic Development has reinstated its business visit program and weekly visits with companies throughout the City. In order to assist small and large firms, business consulting is available and is provided in partnership with business assistance agencies, including SB County, Chaffey College, SCORE, IEWBC and Small Business Development Center, Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce to address specific needs and general information. The Office of Economic Development, on an on-going basis, continues to build and nurture relationships with manufacturing firms throughout the City. Through one-on-one meetings as well as assistance during property improvements and business expansion plans. To help facilitate development, the Office of Economic Development and Development Services Department works diligently to usher the business through the development process.

ED-1.2 A5 Identify vacant sites appropriate for industrial uses, provide a list of those sites to potential businesses seeking to locate in Chino, and consider advertising those sites to potential tenants.

The Chino Office of Economic Development provides site selection services as part of its business attraction and expansion strategy. Through online searches and the mining of our internal databases, the Chino Office of Economic Development reviews a comprehensive list of developable site opportunities for the continued and anticipated growth of our industrial and commercial markets. In addition, the Chino Office of Economic Development shares the information with developers, site selectors, and brokers. The predominance of large industrial sites within Chino have been developed so the City now focuses on matchmaking of the remaining parcels and seeks out potential redevelopment sites, while actively anticipating the potential annexation of sites in the unincorporated portion of San Bernardino County.

Economic Development Element
Goal ED-1 Strengthen Chino's economy in order to provide jobs and maintain a fiscally-positive General Fund.

Goal TRA-11 Enhance the convenience, intuitiveness, and safety of Chino's pedestrian network.

In January 2016, the City adopted the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The Plan provides a guide to improve bicycling and walking activity throughout the City by the implementation of various improvements to roadways that include the addition and/or modification of such features as street trees, sidewalks, benches, planter boxes, and Americans with Disability Act (ADA) access. Since the Plan’s adoption, the City was awarded $127,648 in 2015 and $440,081 in 2017 for the TDA Bicycle and Pedestrian Grant and TDA Transit Improvement Grant. The City has begun implementing projects with grant funding. Bicycle and pedestrian facilities were constructed in FY20/21. In 2021 and 2022, sidewalks and curb ramps began to be inventoried as a baseline for the public rights-of-way. In 2023, the City completed a full, Citywide self-evaluation and ADA transition plan consisting of City-owned buildings and parks, public right-of-way facilities, and City policies and procedures. The final transition plan addresses identified barriers with a timeline and projected funding sources for the completion of improvements. The ADA Transition Plan was adopted by City Council in February 2024. Annually, the City applies for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding and Transportation Development Act (TDA) funding for sidewalk and ADA ramp improvements for locations throughout the City. These funding streams will address specific accessibility barriers for people will disabilities that are identified in the transition plan. The City has applied for a planning grant to update the Bike & Ped.

Master Plan to an Active Transportation Plan.
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ED-1.4 A1 Focus retail recruitment and business attraction efforts around existing concentrations like the North Central Avenue Area, the Spectrum, City Hall and The Preserve.

The City's retail recruitment and marketing strategy are focused on infill areas throughout the City.

Outreach efforts include, but are not limited to site searches to fill the vacancies within Chino and maintaining current retail market area demographic information, updated throughout the year, which is available to real estate professionals and retailers’ tenant representatives. Continued focus is given to areas in the City that lack tenancy and for planned development within The Preserve. Creating lifestyle experiences will be key to continued success for the City of Chino. The Office of Economic Development is focused on destination retail as a strategy for future growth.

ED-1.4 A3 To attract retail that is currently lacking, such as grocery stores, work with brokers and existing stores to identify sites that could be appropriate for a specific store, and actions or investments that could be taken to attract them.

The City meets with real estate professionals, specific retailers’, tenant representatives and retail developers throughout the year in the City to attract specific retail uses to the City. In addition to general grocers, citizens of Chino have indicated the desire for specialty stores like meat markets, Asian markets, Hispanic markets as well as produce focused markets. Community members have also expressed the desire to see more sitdown restaurants, coffee options and new or unique concepts that are not currently in our surrounding communities. With continued residential growth on the horizon, Chino works diligently to manage the needs of its constituents by working with retailers, site selectors and brokers to bring those services to the City in particular to those needs that are lacking in and around The Preserve. A recent parntership with ACRE Socal hopes to build strong relationships with retail tenant reps of unique brands to expand the Chino's retail offerings.

ED-1.4 A4 Monitor vacancy rates and sales tax performance for retail areas in the City in comparison to regional and statewide averages. If vacancy rates and sales tax performance fall below average, work with property and business owners to either improve performance or determine an alternative use for the site.

The City maintains a database of available retail space vacancies and leasing contact information, along with quarterly retail sales tax data for the City, SB County, and the State. This data along with other retail and demographic data provides staff with pertinent information to provide to retail center leasing representatives, center managers and other retail real estate representatives to help identify methods to improve their performance or determine an alternative use for their space or site. Chino continues to surpass local, regional and state averages. With the lowest vacancy rate in the Inland Empire for industrial, Chino continues to build and grow. In addition, commercial and retail rates are very competitive for western San Bernardino County while surpassing state and national averages.

Sales tax is a continued driver for the City with the bulk of revenue derived through medical device manufacturng and auto sales. Traditional brick and mortar are complimented by online and ecommerce driven consumers.

ED-1.4 A5 Actively recruit retail stores by marketing available sites and devoting staff time to working with potential tenants.

Attracting retailers is ongoing through various marketing efforts. At local, regional and national events, we provide current demographic and vacant retail property information to verify the value of locating in Chino. Recruitment of retail opportunities is a daily event for the staff at Chino. In cooperation with advertising and retail trade shows, the City of Chino works diligently at courting the newest and biggest retailers in the world. In the last year Chino has garnered the interest of Handel's Ice Cream, Everhome, Dutch Bros and many other marquee brands. Staff continues to find the perfect location for their restaurants. Our Development Services Department is in the process of updating our General Plan and improving opportunities for a variety of new and transitioning industries to have flexible location options in Chino.

ED-1.4 A7 Maintain ongoing communication with the property owner of the Spectrum Marketplace and Spectrum Town Center developments to foster the potential for a public-private response to various changes in the market and to the specific challenges that these changes might create for the Spectrum.

City staff maintains on-going communication throughout the year with retail centers' ownership, management and leasing representatives to discuss any issues affecting the two centers. The core retail centers are key economic engines within the City and require constant attention. Regular communication is made with ownership and management representatives to remain informed of the status of future vacancies and potential needs.
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Action
Number
Action Status of Progress/Comments
ED-2.1 A2 Periodically study the skills and education levels of Chino residents and use the information as a guide for recruiting new firms to the City.

Demographic information including education levels, income and ethnicity are available upon request from the City of Chino. The information is provided on the City's website and can be downloaded for print. Information on the City is sourced from a number of different areas including EDD, BLS, HDL, ESRI, CoStar and others, with specific reports generated from Claritas. Census data shows that 50,000 employees are traveling from outside of city proper. In coming months, the City has commissioned an economic Employments Trends Study by Beacon Economics. The study will provide insight to major job industries, wages and growth sector to recruit as part of the business attraction strategy for the Office of Economic Development.

ED-2.1 A3 Encourage local businesses to hire local residents. Strategies to do this could include developing a local job board to advertise vacancies to local residents and working with local educational institutions to provide job fairs.

Although the City continues to have a very low unemployment rate, staff works closely with the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Department to ensure that there are new opportunities for job growth in the City. The City facilitates this by participation in job fairs, hosted by SB County Workforce Developmen Department and Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce. The City coordinates the recruitment and hiring services provided by San Bernardino County Workforce Development Department, which provides its database of local and regional job seekers looking to work closer to their City of residence. Today's goal is to attract and retain higher paying technical and professional jobs. We desire for our citizens to not only live and play in Chino, but to work here too.

ED-2.1 A4 Study whether the City should give preference to local suppliers and firms when issuing requests for goods or services.

The City currently has a Local Business Preference ordinance. This ordinance affords a qualified business located within the City a five-percent reduction of an original submitted bid when comparing to next lowest bidder, thus allowing the local business to be considered as submitting the preferred, lowest bid.

GC Section
65400 (K)
Consult with the Native American tribes when a General Plan Amendment (GPA) is being proposed.

The City is complying with these requirements by: 1) Requesting Tribal Consultation List; 2) Mailing letters to tribes on the consultation list inviting tribes to consult; and 3) Arranging dates and times to consult.

OSC-4.1 A1 Adopt a Construction and Demolition Ordinance requiring recycling of at least 65% of all construction and demolition waste.

The City adopted the Tier 1 voluntary measures of the California 2025 Green Building Code, which includes a requirement to increase the amount of construction and demolition waste to be recycled to 70%.

OSC-5.1 A1 Adopt a Climate Action Plan within 18 months of adoption of this General Plan that demonstrates how the City will achieve the needed reductions of greenhouse gas emissions. The Climate Action Plan shall be developed in coordination with SANBAG and SCAQMD.

The City Council adopted its original Chino Climate Action Plan (CAP) on November 19, 2013. On November 17, 2020, the City has since updated the CAP (2020-2030) to meet new State regulations, most notably Senate Bill (SB) 32, which implements statewide targets to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to 40% below the 1990 levels by 2030. The updated CAP utilizes reduction strategies that encourage energy efficiency, water conservation, alternative transportation, solid waste reduction and clean energy.

OSC-6.1 A1 Develop a program to prepare for extreme heat events, including outreach and notification focused on sensitive populations and the establishment of new and maintenance of existing cooling centers.

The City's updated Climate Action Plan (2020-2030) identifies actions to adapt to extreme heat events by: 1) Providing community cooling centers; 2) Providing public outreach, education, and engagement pertaining to the risks of extreme heat and preventive measures; and 3) Developing an extreme heat transportation management strategy. Currently, the Preserve Community Center, Neighborhood Activity Center, and Senior Center are all utilized as cooling centers. Information regarding cooling centers is published on the City's website and social media during the summer months.

Goal OSC-6 Prepare Chino for the expected impacts of global climate change.

Open Space and Conservation Element
Goal OSC-5 Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 15 percent below 2005 levels by 2030.

Goal OSC-4 Minimize the consumption of energy and nonrenewable resources, and promote environmental sustainability.

Goal ED-2 Maintain a good jobs-housing balance and jobs-skills match. 39 CITY OF CHINO

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Action
Number
Action Status of Progress/Comments
PR-1.1 A1 Develop a Community Parks, Facilities and Services Master Plan to reflect Chino’s current park and recreational facilities and programs, as well as describe additional facilities and programs to develop in the future. The Master Plan should examine the need for a City- owned aquatics facility, indoor recreation space, community centers, and space for after- school activities, particularly in the northern section of the City. The Master Plan should also assess the need for additional amenities such as splash pads, dog parks, Frisbee golf, recreational trails, open space areas, and skate/BMX facilities.

In 2021 the City completed a Parks & Facilities Master Plan evaluating programs, existing parks and facilities, and identifying areas within the City that lack in park and recreation facilities. The Master Plan is a living document, reviewed annually; with an update to be completed every five years. Based on the outcome from the Parks and Facilities Master Plan, the City is in the process of identifying vacant land in the north section of Chino to be purchased and developed into park land.

PR-1.2 A1 Enter into joint-use agreements by which Chino schools, particularly those in neighborhoods with a disproportionate lack of recreational facilities, help to provide civic functions such as parks and community meeting spaces.

A joint-use agreement was executed for The Preserve Community Center located in The Preserve Specific Plan, which is a joint-use facility between the City and Chino Valley School District that provides a gymnasium, fitness room and multi-purpose room. Other opportunities to implement this action will be evaluated on an on-going basis and will be considered for possible implementation on a yearly basis.

PR-1.2 A2 Review City and other publicly-owned properties in Chino to identify underutilized properties that could be used to provide additional recreational areas. Examples could include rights- of-way and utility easements.

The City continues the process of identifying vacant land in the north section of Chino to be purchased and developed into park land. The City received a grant through the State of California, Department of Parks and Recreation Office of Grants and Local Services to develop a park on the southeast corner of Central Avenue and Phillips Boulevard, now named Chino Rancho Park. This new 1.18 acre park consists of an entry monument for the City and park, parking lot, restroom building, an all-inclusive playground, shade pavilion, two pickle ball courts, outdoor fitness equipment, open space, walking trail with benches, and drought tolerant landscaping. The parked is now open to the public as of March 29, 2025.

Goal PR-1 Maintain existing park and recreational areas and create new ones in and around the City.

Parks and Recreation Element
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Action
Number
Action Status of Progress/Comments
PFS-2.3 A1 Monitor Chino’s crime rates and categories to determine the most appropriate methods to target and reduce crime in the City.

In 2025, the Chino Police Department advanced the City’s public safety priorities through continued investment in personnel, technology, and targeted enforcement strategies, while strengthening community partnerships. Together, these efforts contributed to measurable reductions across several major crime categories.Citywide property crime declined by 4 percent, driven in part by focused prevention and enforcement initiatives. Auto theft decreased by 22 percent and burglary declined by 10 percent. The Measure V–funded Retail Theft Team continued to deliver measurable results, contributing to an 11 percent reduction in retail theft through coordinated enforcement and retailer partnerships.To address emerging regional crime trends, the department redirected investigative resources toward cargo theft, a complex and organized criminal activity impacting the broader supply chain. Through coordinated investigations and expanded collaboration with local businesses, cargo theft decreased by 17 percent in 2025. The department also hosted cargo theft prevention outreach meetings with business stakeholders to improve awareness, reduce vulnerabilities, and support long- term prevention efforts. These initiatives were supported by specialized investigative units, including the Multi-Enforcement Team (MET), which focuses on emerging crime patterns and time-sensitive cases.The department continued expanding its specialized response capabilities with new aviation and K9 resources. Development of the Chino Police Department Helicopter Program progressed throughout the year, with flight operations anticipated in spring 2026. The program is expected to enhance emergency response, support critical incidents, and improve search capabilities for missing or at-risk individuals. The addition of Bloodhound K9 Scout expanded the department’s tracking capability during high-priority incidents.Technology and infrastructure enhancements continued through the expansion and refinement of the Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC). The RTCC consolidates multiple data sources into a centralized operational platform, enabling faster information sharing and real-time analytical support for officers responding to calls for service. This capability has become an essential investigative and situational awareness tool.Digital community engagement also expanded significantly in 2025. Department social media platforms generated more than 14.7 million views and over 341,000 interactions, a 47 percent increase from the prior year. This expanded reach supports timely distribution of public safety information, crime prevention messaging, and incident updates, while strengthening transparency and two-way communication with the community.These results demonstrate the value of coordinated enforcement, technology investment, and community partnership. The department will continue refining these approaches to meet evolving public safety needs and support long-term community well-being.

Goal PFS-2 Maintain a safe environment in Chino through law enforcement and crime prevention.

Public Facilities and Services Element
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Action
Number
Action Status of Progress/Comments
PFS-2.3 A2 Maintain volunteer opportunities for residents in order to provide additional opportunities for community engagement with the Police Department.

There are volunteer programs currently offered through the Chino Police Department. Some of these include: 1) A Community Police Academy for adults 2) Spanish Community Academy 3) Youth Community Police Academy for teens; 4) Junior Academy for kids ages 10-13 5) The Police Explorer program for teens; 6) The Mounted Posse; 7) The Police Chaplains; 8) Community Emergency Response Team (CERT); 9) The Police Volunteer Internship Program, 10) Volunteers In Policing (VIP) Program that was implemented in August 2025.

The Chino Police Department's Volunteers in Policing (VIP) program enlists community members to assist in various departmental roles. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, hold a valid California driver’s license, and complete an application process, including interviews, background checks, and attendance at the Community Academy. They commit to a minimum of 10 volunteer hours per month and receive uniforms upon completion. Duties include clerical work, vacation house checks, public relations, and participation in the Y.A.N.A. program, which supports elderly and disabled residents. The program enhances public safety and operational efficiency through community involvement.

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training is available to the community and consists of 20-hours of curriculum that teaches individuals how to help themselves, their families, and their neighbors during a disaster. CERT trains community members in basic disaster response skills such as team organization, disaster medical operations, fire safety, and light search and rescue. Upon completion of the CERT Basic Training, community members can affiliate with Chino PD as CERT volunteers. CERT volunteers will be a deployable resource to assist during a disaster and in non- disaster times be able to promote emergency preparedness in the community. Since August 2021, 96 people have completed CERT Basic.

LISTOS is a grass-roots disaster preparedness program that can be tailored to meet the individual needs of Spanish-speaking communities. The program is delivered in a format that is both culturally and linguistically appropriate for the target population. LISTOS partners with community leaders, jurisdictions, non-profits, faith-based organizations, schools, and other community institutions. By partnering with these organizations, LISTOS provides disaster preparedness information to the Spanish-speaking community. Listos instructs the participants in the command structure of first responders ensuring communication between LISTOS graduates and firefighters and police in the event of an emergency. LISTOS courses are held when requested by the community. 42 CITY OF CHINO

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Action
Number
Action Status of Progress/Comments
PFS-2.3 A3 Seek grant funding for community policing, commercial vehicle enforcement, and other programs that will improve service levels within the City.

Opportunities for grant-funding for various programs are pursued on an on-going basis. Currently, the Chino Police Department utilizes grant funds to assist with crime prevention programs, alcohol prevention/education/enforcement (Alcohol and Beverage Control grant), and National Night Out, multiple state-funded DUI education/enforcement grants, and the Click it or Ticket (Seatbelt enforcement grant). The Traffic Unit applied for and was awarded the STEP grant for $220,000. This grant provides extra hours for the enforcement of traffic violations and DUI/drug-related violations. The grant-funded enforcement efforts yielded 9,882 vehicles contacted, 35 DUI arrests, and 820 citations issued for collision-causing violations.

The Traffic Unit applied for and was awarded its third Motorcycle Safety Grant for $20,000.This gives us the opportunity to engage with civilian motorcycle riders at safety presentations and to conduct four motorcycle riding instructional courses, called Ride to Live, throughout the grant year. 89 motorcycle riders received free training this year.

With funding from a Cannabis Tax Fund Grant from the California Highway Patrol in the amount of $110,000, we upfitted a mobile educational trailer. The trailer was loaded with interactive educational tools, including impaired driving simulators, aimed at teaching the public about the dangers of marijuana impaired driving. The trailer was deployed at 8 community events in 2025.

Goal PFS-6 Design and operate public buildings that are a source of civic pride for all residents.

PFS-6.2 A1 Identify locations for additional library branches or shared-use libraries in Chino. The entitlements for the City's second community center and new City library were approved May 2025, located at the southwest corner of Main and Market Streets. Project construction is estimated to be completed in 2028.

PFS-7.1 A1 Consider participation and/or support of proposed conjunctive use programs and Chino Basin storage and recovery programs that allow the distribution of water between jurisdictions during periods of excess supply. These programs would be administered through participation in the Chino Basin Watermaster and Water Facilities Authority.

Throughout the year, the City continues to be involved in discussions with MWD, IEUA, and other local water purveyors to implement additional conjunctive use programs.

PFS-7.1 A2 Evaluate the feasibility of establishing interconnections or water conveyance plans between the Chino water system and the water systems of the following neighboring water agencies:
• Monte Vista Water District
• City of Ontario (a connection currently exists at Benson Avenue) • City of Chino Hills
• Jurupa Community Services District
• San Antonio Water Company
• City of Upland
• City of Pomona
• The Inland Empire Utilities Agency
Discussions between the City and various local water agencies regarding water system interconnections are ongoing. A dedicated interconnection exists between Chino and Ontario. Chino currently has the ability to receive water from Water Facilities Authority (WFA) member agencies (i.e.

Monte Vista Water District, Upland, Ontario, and Chino Hills) through the WFA surface water treatment plant. Chino also receives an allocated amount of water provided by the Chino Basin Desalter.

PFS-7.5 A1 Work with the Inland Empire Utilities Agency to provide recycled water systems, including pipelines, pump stations, and storage facilities to serve primarily public facilities, schools, and parks as funding becomes available.

IEUA currently supplies recycled water to the City at several locations. The City meets with IEUA respresentatives as needed to discuss recycled water plans and activities.

PFS-7.5 A2 Develop a plan to irrigate agricultural lands with recycled water, both inside and outside of the City's service area, where feasible.

Recycled water is currently used to irrigate agricultural lands in the City. The City maintains a plan that identifies the users already connected to a recycled water line as well as those potential users.

Goal PFS-7 Ensure an adequate supply of water for all types of users. 43 CITY OF CHINO

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Action
Number
Action Status of Progress/Comments
AQ-1.1 A1 Implement traffic features such as roundabouts or the use of integrated signalization to improve traffic flow and reduce emissions from vehicle idling and stop and start.

Roundabouts and integrated signalization have been implemented in the City appropriately. Additional implementation of these features will be evaluated as opportunities arise, and considered in future development proposals.

AQ-1.1 A2 Install LED traffic signals throughout Chino to reduce the City’s electricity consumption. 100% of the traffic signals in the City are LED. There is currently a program in place whereby the lights are replaced every 5 years, and each year, the replacement is scheduled and budgeted for rotating sectors of the City. Additionally, recently annexed traffic signals will be converted to full LEDs.

SAF-2.1A 1 Annually review any new information available from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the state Department of Water Resources to determine if updated flood zone information is available.

The City receives updates to flood zone maps from FEMA every year, and this information is reviewed to determine if there are any updates to the maps.

SAF-6.1 A1 Regularly update and implement the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP).

The City's Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) was approved by the State in 2014 and is in the process of being updated. The City's local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) was approved by FEMA in 2025.

The City will continue to review both plans regularly and make updates as needed.

Goal SAF-6 Reduce the risk to the community from natural and man-made disasters and terrorism events.

Goal AQ-1 Preserve and improve air quality in Chino and the region.

Safety Element
Goal SAF-2 Reduce hazards related to flooding and inundation.

Air Quality Element
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ATTACHMENT 1 TO EXHIBIT A

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AMENDMENTS TO THE GENERAL PLAN IN 2025

In 2025, the City Council approved one General Plan Amendment, described below:

2045 General Plan Update - A comprehensive update to the City's General Plan to address multi-modal mobili- ty, environmental justice, climate vulnerability, emergency evacuation, and other topics required by State law.

The update was prepared in accordance with Government Code Section 65302 and focuses on directing new development to key opportunity areas characterized by vacant and underutilized land where change is antici- pated. The 20245 General Plan Update also preserves the City’s existing urban form while enhancing the char- acter and quality of life within Chino ’s established neighborhoods. On September 2, 2025, the City Council adopted the 2045 General Plan Update.

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EXHIBIT B

2025 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF

THE CITY OF CHINO 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT
47 Jurisdiction Chino ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
1 Projection
Period 3 4
RHNA Allocation
by Income Level
Projection
Period -
06/30/2021-
10/14/2021
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Total Units to
Date (all
years)
Total Remaining
RHNA by
Income Level
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Deed Restricted - - - - 8 - - - - - Non-Deed Restricted - - 2 - - - - - - - Deed Restricted - - - - 4 - - - - - Non-Deed Restricted - - 19 - - - - - - - Above Moderate 2,378 140 138 547 207 566 240 - - - - 1,838 540 6,978
140 138 568 207 578 240 - - - - 1,871 5,107 Income Level
Very Low
- -
This table is auto-populated once you enter your jurisdiction name and current year data. Past year information comes from previous APRs.

Please contact HCD if your data is different than the material supplied here 2 Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
2,113
23 Moderate
2,113
1,284
1,203
10 -
Please note: The APR form can only display data for one planning period. To view progress for a different planning period, you may login to HCD's online APR system, or contact HCD staff at [email protected].

Acutely Low - - *For years prior to 2025, data on deed-restricted vs. non-deed restricted Extremely Low-Income units is approximated from whether the projects reported any deed-restricted Very Low-Income Units. If you wish to edit this historical data for accuracy or have any questions about the data, you may login to HCD's online APR system, or contact HCD staff at [email protected].

Total Units
*For jurisdictions that received RHNA determinations for the current cycle prior to the passage of AB 3093 (September 19, 2024):
- You were not allocated Acutely Low-Income and Extremely Low-Income RHNA targets, therefore the allocations in Field 1 are listed as "0" - If you wish to set your own targets in these income categories for informational purposes, contact HCD staff at [email protected]. - All Acutely Low-Income and Extremely Low-Income units reported during the cycle are counted towards Very-Low Income RHNA progress 1,180
Total RHNA
-
1,274 Low
*For years prior to 2025, Acutely Low-Income units are reported within the Extremely Low-Income category Please Note: Table B does not currently contain data from Table F or Table F2 for prior years. You may login to the APR system to see Table B that contains this data.

Extremely Low -
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Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
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Cycle
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Implementation Program Implementation Details
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Supporting Documents
1A: Ownership
Rehabilitation
Programs
Pursue existing and new funding opportunities to maintain the Home Improvement Deferred Loan Program and the Mobile
Home Improvement Grant Program.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Applied for and was awarded $600,000 in CalHome funding to expand the Mobile Home Improvement Program. Utilizing other funding streams including City affordable housing funds and CDBG, fourteen (10) homes were rehabilitated in 2025 including very-low income, low extremely-low income households. Six of these units were mobile homes.

Households 57
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1B: Code
Compliance
Respond to and address code compliance issues. Maintain a record of compliance issues and consider additional programs if necessary to address particular issues.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Continued collaboration of efforts between Code and Housing Division staff allows for a proactive approach to addressing compliance. In 2025, 10 homes were rehabilitated. Although there were no direct Code referrals several with compliance issues were identified and encouraged to apply.

Housing Division staff will continue to work closely with Code staff and the homeowners to complete necessary repairs.

Households 3
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1C: Condominium
Conversion
Monitor condominium conversions and modify the ordinance if necessary. 10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
There were no condominium conversions proposed in 2025. The City will ensure compliance with the condominium conversion ordinance and continue to monitor the rate of condominium conversions to determine if modifications to the ordinance are needed.

Units 0 None
1D: Preservation of
At-Risk Housing
Monitor deed-restricted units and coordinate with property owners and qualified entities as necessary to maintain
affordability of units. Provide assistance, as needed and available, with funding or support funding applications. 10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
A comprehensive review and monitoring of affordable housing units takes place in November of each year. Housing Division staff completed this review in 2025, and all affordable housing units were found to be in compliance. Currently, there are no deed restricted units close to expiration, but staff will continue to monitor and communicate with owners as needed.

Units 0 None
2A: Affordable
Housing
Opportunities
Annually monitor and seek funding, provide letters of support for funding applications, and annual outreach to affordable housing developers and local organizations.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Although no affordable housing projects were completed in 2025, several federal, state and local opportunities were reviewed and considered as well as conversations with for profit and non-profit housing developers for early planning discussions. 5-Year PLHA funds were secured for the development of a Homebuyer Assistance Program im which 40% PLHA funds will be allocated.

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2B: Homebuyer
Assistance Program
Annually monitor and seek funding, collaborate with the County of San Bernardino to promote the homebuyer assistance
program.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
The City is working on the reinstatement and policy update of homebuyer assistance programs through the utilization of PLHA funding allocations. This program will be incorporated with City affordable housing projects on underdeveloped land.

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ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583 Housing Programs Progress Report
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Projected
Completion Date in
Housing Element
Applicable
Cycle
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Implementation Program Implementation Details
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Outcomes:

Category
Quantified
Outcomes:

Households 1,475
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2D: Supportive
Services for
Persons with
Special Needs
Annually monitor and seek CDBG funding to address local needs and augment the regional continuum of care system in San Bernardino County.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Continued efforts for resources and collaboration with agencies to provide assistance with special needs through public service agencies funded by CDBG. In 2025, the City funded seven local agencies totaling $77,790 to provide public services including fair housing and mediation, food assistance, domestic violence services, case managements and counseling, senior services and emergency shelter. In addition, City affordable housing funds provided $504,000 in emergency assistance for rental, utilities and hotel vouchers and comprehensive case management to aid in the prevention of homelessness.

Persons 5,100
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2E: Persons with
Physical and
Developmental
Disabilities
Accommodate Reasonable Accommodation requests as
required by State Law and offer assistance to applicants.10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous City ADA Coordinator and staff collaborate to meet requests within the time frame. No accommodation requests were received in 2025.Persons 0 www.cityofchino.org/495/ ADA-Public-Notice
2F: Development of
Environmental
Justice Policies
Amend the General Plan to include environmental justice policies. 5/1/2025 6th Cycle Completed In Septemeber 2025, the City adopted the 2045 General Plan Update was adopted to include Environmental Justice policies. Other 0 https://www.cityofchino.or g/1673/General-Plan
2G: Farmworker
Housing
Amend the zoning code to comply with State Law for farmworker housing. 5/1/2023 6th Cycle Completed Zoning code has been amended to comply with State Law for farmworker housing. Other 0
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2H: Transitional and
Supportive Housing
• Renew and revise the zoning code to comply with State Law for transitional and supportive housing.
• Review and revise the zoning code to permit transitional and supportive housing as a residential use not subject to special requirements.
• Review and revise the zoning code to permit permanent supportive housing without discretionary actions in multi-family and non-residential zones.
• Monitor the inventory of sites to accommodate transitional and supportive housing.
5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress The zoning code is in the process of being updated to include transitional and supportive housing. Expected to be completed early 2026.Other 0 None 2I: Lot
Consolidation
Promote lot consolidation information through educational outreach to developers and property owners. 5/1/2025 6th Cycle Continuous Continued efforts to support lot consolidations to encourage larger areas for residential development. Staff will develop and provide lot consolidation information by phone, over the counter, and on the City's website.

Other 0 none
2J: Constraints on
Housing for Persons
with Disabilities
• Amend the zoning code to comply with State law for
reasonable accommodation procedures.
• Promote reasonable accommodation information.
• Review and revise the zoning code to promote objectivity and approval certainty for group homes.
5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
In Septemeber 2025, the City adopted the 2045 General Plan Update.

Currently the City is amending the Zoning Code to implement these provisions.

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2L: Manufactured
Homes
Amend the Zoning Code relative to manufactured homes to comply with the relevant requirements of California Government Code section 65852.3.
5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress In September 2025, the City adopted the 2045 General Plan Update.

Currently, the City is amending the zoning code to implement these policies. Other 0 https://www.cityofchino.or g/1673/General-Plan
2M: Parking for
Emergency Shelters
Amend the Zoning Code relative to emergency shelter parking requirements to comply with the relevant requirements of California Government Code section 65583, subdivision (a)(4). 5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress In September 2025, the City adopted the 2045 General Plan Update.

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3A: Adequate Sites
• Maintain an inventory of vacant and underutilized sites and promote them to interested developers.
• Annually complete the Annual Progress Reports and monitor progress to meet RHNA.
7/1/2023 6th Cycle Continuous
The City maintains a list of vacant and underutilized sites that is available on the City's website by both map and a matrix of sites. This list will continue to be monitored and updated on an annual basis.

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3B: Establish an
Affordable Housing
Overlay
• Develop and adopt an affordable housing overlay to be applied to the approximately 90.6 acres to meet a shortfall of 2,233 dwelling units at the very low- and low-income levels as sites identified within this Housing Element.
• Develop applicable development standards as part of the affordable housing overlay which promote the development of residential uses at the maximum density and affordability levels identified within this Housing Element. This may include concessions or streamlined processes for projects which include fully affordable developments consistent with the assumptions in the Housing Element by July 2023. The overlays will include incentives for projects that proposed a development project at a range of at least 9% to 13% affordable units when developed at a range of 26 to 30 dwelling units per acre, including streamlined processing and fee deferrals.
• Identify staff resources to provide technical assistance and outreach relating to development opportunities on the candidate housing sites.
• Proactively outreach to developers at least one time per year regarding development opportunities on sites within the Affordable Housing Overlay.
5/1/2023 6th Cycle Completed
The Affordable Housing Overlay (AHO) was adopted April 18, 2023, and amended in December 2024 as directed by HCD, modifying the City's General Plan, zoning code, and various specific plans to establish an affordable housing overlay to implement the requirements of the 2021-2029 Housing Element.

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Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element. 3C: Establish a
Mixed-Use Overlay
• Develop and adopt a mixed-use overlay to be applied to approximately 138.5 acres to meet a shortfall of 2,547 dwelling units at the very low- and low-income levels the sites as identified within this Housing Element.
• Develop applicable development standards as part of the mixed-use overlay which promote the development of residential uses at the maximum density and affordability levels identified within
this Housing Element. This may include concessions or
streamlined processes for projects which include fully affordable developments consistent with the assumptions in the Housing Element by July 2023. This may include concessions. The overlays will include incentives for projects that proposed a development project at a range of at least 9% to 13% affordable units when developed at a range of 26 to 30 dwelling units per acre, including streamlined processing and fee deferrals for projects which include fully affordable developments consistent with the assumptions in the Housing Element.
• Identify staff resources to provide technical assistance and outreach relating to development opportunities on the candidate housing sites.
• Proactively outreach to developers at least one time per year regarding development opportunities on sites within the Affordable Housing Overlay.
5/1/2023 6th Cycle Completed
The Mixed-Use Overlay (MUO) was adopted April 18, 2023, and amended in December 2024 as directed by HCD, modifying the City's General Plan, zoning code, and various specific plans to establish a mixed use overlay to implement the requirements of the 2021-2029 Housing Element.

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3D: Promote the
Development of
Accessory Dwelling
Units (ADUs)
• Developing three pre-approved ADU designs.
• Waiving specific permitting fees to make ADU development more feasible.
• Creating an expedited plan check review process to ease the process for homeowners.
• Research potential State and regional funding sources for affordable ADUs and make information available to the
community.
• Train staff on ADU permitting and make staff available to address questions regarding ADUs and provide technical
assistance and outreach to the community.
5/1/2025 6th Cycle Completed
Developed three pre-approved ADU plans of various sizes and working on a fourth that meet the current building code requirements. Continued effort to educate employees and review City procedures to promote the development of ADUs. We continue to research funding sources.

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3E: ADU and JADU
Monitoring Program
• Create an ADU monitoring program and bi-annually review ADU development progress.
• Identify additional capacity to accommodate a shortfall of units within 180 days as required by No Net Loss law.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Currently tracking ADU and JADU production through permit tracking software and will continue to monitor the number of units developed bi- annually.

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3F: Candidate Sites
Used in Previous
Housing Elements
Apply and implement overlays to candidate sites also identified in the previous Housing Element to allow residential use by right in which at least 20 percent of the units are affordable to lower income households.
5/1/2025 6th Cycle Completed The City's General Plan was updated to allow residential uses by right as required by State law. Other 0 https://www.cityofchino.or g/1673/General-Plan
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3H: Replacement
Housing
Adopt and implement a replacement housing program for units lost in compliance with State law. 5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress Expected to be completed by early 2026 with an adoption of the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update to implement the General Plan policies.

Other 1 none
3I: Measure M
• Hold a Measure M vote relating to the candidate housing sites identified within this Housing Element.
• By 2026, initiate a ballot measure, or other alternative option, to provide City Council greater discretion in approving affordable housing and mixed use/housing options in appropriate locations, including identifying and rezoning additional sites to meet the housing needs identified within the Housing Element or other unique development opportunities.
6/1/2022 6th Cycle Completed Measure Y related to the candidate AHO and MUO sites identified in the 2021-2029 Housing Element was completed in June 2022.Other 1 none 3J: Facilitate
Development on
Excess State-Owned
Property
• Coordinate with the State of California on the development of State-owned properties and apply and implement the Affordable Housing Overlay on this site. Rezoning will establish the applicable development standards and entitlement processes.

The site was included in the Measure M vote which approved the implementation of the overlays on this site with the applicable density and development characteristics. The City has identified this site as 10 acres anticipated to accommodate the development of 250 units affordable at the low or very-low income categories.
• Issue an RFQ and/or RFP for future development of the CIM site within one year of completion of the overlays added and implemented on the property. RFQ/RFP to anticipate
development of the site within three to four years dependent on developer interest. Incorporate affordability requirements based on the State’s Affordable Housing Executive Order, with a target of at least 250 units available at the lower income categories. • Identify potential funding sources available to redevelop the property and make staff available to discuss entitlement processing procedures for the site as well as required permits. 5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress Pending coordination with the State. Other 0 none 3K: Housing
Program Monitoring
Annually complete the HCD Progress Report and conduct a mid- cycle review of sites strategies 10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous The City is current with all annual progress reporting and conducted a review in mid 2025. Other 1 None
3L: Residential
Findings
Review and revise approval findings needed for residential projects. 5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
In process of updating the City's General Plan to include an update to the findings for residential projects outlined in the zoning code. Expected to be completed by early 2026 with the adoption of the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update to implement the General Plan.

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4A: Permit
Processing
Evaluate and improve the one-stop processing system and offer priority processing of affordable and special needs housing applications.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
The City, on an ongoing basis, seeks customer feedback, evaluates workflows and outcomes, and implements improvements to improve upon its one-stop entitlement processing system. A "Fast Track" priority processing option was developed and implemented. The City continues to look for ways to improve the online permit center and processing time for qualified applications which includes internal and external training.

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4B: Development
Fees
Research CDBG and other funding opportunities (at least two new per year). 10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Staff researched and analyzed multiple grant opportunities in 2025 in collaboration with a grant consultant. Continued efforts to seek funding occurs amongst all city departments.

Other 2 None
4C: Zoning Code
Amend the Zoning Code definition of “family” to be consistent with State law and address Single Room Occupancy housing.

Annually review the Zoning Ordinance for additional
amendments.
5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
In process of updating the City's General Plan to include an update to the definition of "family" outlined in the zoning code to be consistent with State law. Expected to be completed early 2026.

Other 0 none
4D: Density Bonus
Ordinance
Modify the Density Bonus Ordinance to comply with latest changes in State Law. 5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress
In process of updating the City's General Plan to include an update to the density bonus provisions outlined in the zoning code. Expected to be completed by early 2026.

Other 0 none
4E: SB 35
Streamlining Adopt written procedures to comply with SB 35. 5/1/2025 6th Cycle Completed Established written procedures for SB35 to comply with State law by 2025. Other 1 https://www.cityofchino.org/
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Forms
5A: Fair Housing
Program
(Environmental
Quality)
• Identify two local community groups/organizations and outreach to them directly to discuss local actions towards reducing reliance on personal vehicles. Annually conduct targeted outreach City-wide to collect feedback on
environmental issues, potential solutions, and access to alternative transportation modes.
• On a project-by-project basis, or in collaboration with developers, promote mixed-use development opportunities on candidate housing sites where possible or the development of residential units near resources and essential commercial needs.
5/1/2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Held community meetings on February 10 and 24, 2025 to engage residents and local organizations to provide input on fair housing concerns and community needs for the update to the City Consolidated Plan and Impediments of Fair Housing reports. A survey was also provided via social media, website and community outreach efforts to promote.

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5A: Fair Housing
Program (Access to
Jobs and Economic
Opportunity)
• Through Program Action 2K, annually conduct one community meeting and identify potential issues and solutions to increasing labor participation for residents who identify as Black. Invite at least one local community group with experience engaging minority populations in workforce involvement.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Held community meetings on February 10 and 24, 2025 to engage residents and local organizations to provide input on fair housing, economic concerns and community needs. A survey was also provided via social media, website and community outreach efforts to promote as part of our update to the Consolidated Plan and Impediments to Fair Housing reports.

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5A: Fair Housing
Program (Access to
Financing)
• Continue conducting targeted investments and programs, and consider establishing and promoting sweat equity, down
payment assistance for eligible households, and new rental construction.
10/1/2029 7th Cycle Continuous
The establishment of new programs including down payment assistance will be funded through State PLHA funds allocated to the City. This assistance will provide low interest loans to potential low to moderate income first-time buyers.

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5A: Fair Housing
Program
(Advertising)
• Create and maintain one information flyer for landlords with links to resources available for renters. 10/1/2029 6th Cycle Completed Current information is available on our website and through links and referrals to Inland Fair Housing to continue to assist and educate landlords on fair housing issues.

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air-Housing-Services
5A: Fair Housing
Program (Racial and
Ethnic Segregation)
• Conduct affirmative marketing for each new project that is developed with affordable units.
• Conduct a biennial survey of affordable units to identify how households find affordable units – aim for 25 percent of households, at minimum, to find affordable units through affirmative marketing within the City limits.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Held community meetings on February 10 and 24, 2025 to engage residents and local organizations to provide input on fair housing, economic concerns and community needs. A survey was also provided via social media, website and community outreach efforts to promote as part of our update to the Consolidated Plan and Impediments to Fair Housing reports and gain input on how families find affordable housing, and if issues pertaining to fair housing exist in our community.

Meetings 2 www.cityofchino.org/185/Co
mmunity-Development-Block-
Grant
5A: Fair Housing
Program
(Availability of
Affordable Housing)
• Partner with affordable housing developers and nonprofits to assist in the development of affordable housing units. This may include annual
• Hold one annual meeting and invite all property owners with deed restricted affordable units to discuss available incentives and programs, as well as receive feedback from the
development community on potential constraints to the
development of affordable units. The City will aim to assist with the development of 10 lower income units through outreach and partnerships through the end of the Planning Period.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle In Progress
Research and assessment of potential partners to develop agenda items and outreach plan. City Housing and Planning divisions are currently in communication with our partnering fair housing agency, Inland Fair Housing to coordinate a meeting with current and potential affordable housing stakeholders to discuss incentives and challenges to breakdown the barriers of developing affordable units. Expected completion by end of 2026.

Other 0 None
5A: Fair Housing
Program (Fair
Housing
Enforcement and
Outreach)
• Partner with the Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board to provide one workshop per year and outreach materials. The City is considered a moderate to high opportunity and resource area; however, additional enforcement and outreach on fair housing may improve opportunities for households within the City, as well as for households in the region, and most importantly provide assistance to residents that may require additional resources and support.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Continued assessment efforts and collaboration with partnering agency Inland Fair Housing to plan an outreach meeting and/or workshop by midyear of 2026. We currently provide direct links to the Inland Fair Housing website which includes updated fair housing materials for tenants as well as landlords. The City funds Inland Fair Housing to assist residents with fair housing concerns as well as tenant/landlord mediation services. These are continuing services we are committed to through our CDBG Annual Action and Consolidated Plan. Public meetings as well as a community survey were held on February 10 and 24 to engage the community and gain input on fair housing and community needs.

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5A: Fair Housing
Program (Location
and Type of
Affordability)
• In 2025, evaluate the effectiveness of these strategies in promoting housing opportunities throughout and into the City and make adjustments within one year to achieve the overall goals.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Continued assessment efforts and collaboration with developers to work towards establishment of new programs to promote citywide affordable housing strategies that can be evaluated for effectiveness by the end of the cycle.

Other 0 None
5A: Fair Housing
Program (Public
Investment in
Specific
Neighborhoods)
• Annual review and CIP programming to target investment.

Prioritize inclusion of target areas for CIP programs each year. • Identify at least one CIP priority project on an Annual basis. • Implement sidewalk rehabilitation program.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Continued assessment efforts and collaboration to work towards establishment of new programs and enhanced utilization of CDBG funding to offset CIP project costs. Between 2022 and 2025, over $1 million CDBG funding was utilized to complete alley and sidewalk improvements in low to moderate income areas. Each year priority projects are identified for the usage of 65% of our total CDBG allocation. These projects include code enforcement, economic development projects, and home improvement.

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5A: Fair Housing
Program
(Environmental and
Health Impacts)
• Include capital projects from each of the target areas in annual CIP program. Update annually.
• Identify at least one CIP priority project on an annual basis. 10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Continued assessment efforts and department collaboration to establish priority projects. In 2025 sidewalk improvements were identified as priority.

The housing division allocated CDBG funds to these improvements in addition to other funding resources.

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5B: Affirmative
Marketing Plan
Require an affirmative marketing plan as a condition for approval of all new subdivisions and require apartment
managers to provide evidence of training in fair housing and landlord/tenant laws as conditions for the issuance of a business permit for rental properties.
10/1/2029 6th Cycle Continuous
Through our partnership with Inland Fair Housing, educational materials and training is currently available through our website to educate landlords. Any applicable changes will be implemented by the end of 2026 following the completion of our Impediments to Fair Housing report.

Other 0
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5C: Low Barrier
Navigation Centers
Amend the Zoning Code to comply with State Law for Low
Barrier Navigation Centers. 5/1/2025 6th Cycle In Progress In process of updating the City's General Plan to include and update to the low barrier navigation center provisions outlined in the zoning code in compliance with State law. Expected to be completed early 2026 with the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update to implement the General Plan.

Other 0 none
56 Jurisdiction Chino
Reporting Year 2025
Housing Element Planning Period 6th Cycle
Current Year
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
240
240
Units by Structure Type Entitled Permitted Completed
Single-family Attached 0 0 45
Single-family Detached 1 125 0
2 to 4 units per structure 0 0 92
5+ units per structure 0 0 1
Accessory Dwelling Unit 40 8 12
Mobile/Manufactured Home 0 0 0
Total 41 133 150
Infill Housing Developments and Infill Units Permitted # of Projects Units 42 8
223 125
10 582
132
0 0
0 Income Rental Ownership Total
Acutely Low 0 0 0
Extremely Low 0 0 0
Very Low 0 0 0
Low 0 0 0
Moderate 0 0 0
Above Moderate 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0
Streamlining Provisions Used - Permitted Units # of Projects Units SB 9 (2021) - Duplex in SF Zone 0 0
SB 9 (2021) - Residential Lot Split 0 0
AB 2011 (2022) 0 0
SB 6 (2022) 0 0
SB 423 (2023) 0 0
Ministerial and Discretionary Applications # of Units
Ministerial 0 0
Discretionary 10 582
Density Bonus Applications and Units Permitted
Number of Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 3 Number of Units in Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 438 Number of Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0
Number of Units in Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0 Housing Element Programs Implemented and Sites Rezoned Count 49 0
Programs Implemented
Sites Rezoned to Accommodate the RHNA
(Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Units Constructed - SB 423 Streamlining Permits
Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications Approved
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Acutely Low
Extremely Low
Total Housing Applications Submitted:

Number of Proposed Units in All Applications Received:

Total Housing Units Approved:

Total Housing Units Disapproved:

Total Units
Housing Applications Summary
Use of SB 423 Streamlining Provisions - Applications
Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications
Above Moderate
Indicated as Infill
Not Indicated as Infill
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
57 MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: WARREN MORELION, AICP, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

SUBJECT
..titl e
2025 Chino Climate Action Plan Annual Report.
..end

RECOMMENDATION
Receive and file the 2025 Chino Climate Action Plan Annual Progress Report. ..body

FISCAL IMPACT
The 2025 Climate Action Plan (CAP) Annual Progress Report will not have an impact on the City’s General Fund. Projects undertaken by the City that implement the CAP measures will either be funded throu gh grant monies or planned for during the annual budget process. The costs for implementing the measures for new and existing private development projects would be borne by the developer and would be expected to be offset by energy savings over time.

This annual report simply reports the progress of implementing the various measures in the CAP.

CITY OF CHINO MISSION / VISION / VALUES / STRATEGIC ISSUES The recommendation detailed above will further the City’s values and strategic issues that serve as key pillars on which identified priorities, goals, and action plans are built, by fostering:
 Responsible Long-Range Planning

Revenue: Click or tap here to enter text.

Expenditure:

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TITLE: 2025 CHINO CLIMATE ACTION PLAN ANNUAL REPORT.

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BACKGROUND
The City of Chino (“City”) adopted its first Climate Action Plan (CAP) in November 2013 (2013 CAP), which served as the City’s primary policy document for addressing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emission reductions. The 2013 CAP identified the GHG emissions inventory for the year 2008 and target for reducing the GHG emissions 15 percent below 2008 levels by 2020.

The 2013 CAP set policy and identified activities for the City, its residents, and businesses to undertake to reduce the City’s contributions to global climate change. The Plan described the context for reducing GHG emissions in the City; determined the City’s baseline and forecast of GHG emissions; defined a goal for reducing GHG emissions; proposed reduction measures to help the City meet this goal; and included an implementation and monitoring process to track the effectiveness of the measures. An annual progress report for the 2013 CAP has been provided to the City Council each year that shows the City has successfully met its 2020 GHG reduction goal. Since the adoption of the City’s 2013 CAP, the State has enacted new climate change regulations, most notably Senate Bill (SB) 32, which implements statewide targets to reduce GHG emissions to 40 percent below 1990 levels by 2030. To ensure conformity with the latest State climate change regulations, the 2013 CAP was updated by the City in November 2020 with a new target year of 2030. The 2020 -2030 CAP Update builds upon the 2013 CAP and serves as a comprehensiv e roadmap to outline strategies that the City will implement to continue achieving its GHG emission reductions into the year 2030 and beyond, thereby ensuring sustainable and healthy growth. Attached is an updated annual report outlining the fifth year (2025) progress of the 2020 -2030 CAP. The Climate Action Plan annual report ensures responsible long -range planning through the review of greenhouse reduction measures as identified in the Climate Action Plan.

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
In the 2020 -2030 CAP, the City selected a target or goal to achieve a reduction in emissions 46 percent lower than the 2008 baseline (equivalent to 40 percent below 1990 levels) by the year 2030. The City’s emissions reduction forecasted for the year 2030 was developed as a result of GH G emission reduction efforts that were being taken by the State, County, and the proposed City GHG reduction measures. Below highlights some of the City’s progress in implementing those measures in 2025. The remaining categories not identified below contribute to approximately 1 percent of the GHG reduction and are further discussed in the attachment.

Energy Efficiency - Energy Efficiency reduction measures contributed to 5 percent of the total GHG reductions achieved in 202 5. These measures include retrofi tting existing buildings to become more energy efficient, outdoor lighting upgrades, and public outreach and education, including:
 556 homes were renovated for energy efficiency upgrades that include such items as re-roofs and upgraded HVAC systems.
 767,721 square feet of commercial space was renovated for energy efficiency upgrades. Those items include upgrades to HVAC, ceiling/wall installation, lighting, and roofing.
 238 streetlights were upgraded by the City to include LED light fixtures.

Renewable Energy - Renewable Energy reduction measures contributed to 30 percent of the total GHG reductions achieved in 202 5. These measures include retrofitting existing residential homes, and existing commercial and industrial buildings for solar installations. As a result, photovoltaic solar panels totaling 4,685 kilowatts (kW) of capacity were installed on existing residential homes, and commercial and industrial buildings. 59 CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026
TITLE: 2025 CHINO CLIMATE ACTION PLAN ANNUAL REPORT.

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On-Road Transportation - On-Road Transportation reduction measures contributed 46 percent to the total GHG reduction achieved in 2025. These measures include studying signalized traffic intersections and modifying them for optimization, expanding bike routes, and installing EV charging stations. The following bullets highlight some of the City’s p rogress in implementing a few of the more significant On-Road Transportation GHG reduction measures:
 2 traffic signals were replaced by the City to include LED smart signalization.  2 miles of bicycle lanes and 10 secure bike racks were installed.  78 EV charging stations were installed.

Solid Waste - Solid Waste reduction measures contributed to 18 percent of the total GHG reductions achieved in 202 5. The measures include diverting solid waste from landfills and increasing recyclable materials.

By the fifth year of implementation of the 2020 -2030 CAP, the City has achieved significant progress in reducing GHG emissions . To date, the overall emissions have been reduced by 44,820 metric tons carbon dioxide equivalent (MTCO2e), representing approximately 109 percent of the 2030 reduction target of 41,131 MTCO2e. This exceeds the City’s adopted goal of reducing emissions to 46 percent lower than the 2008 baseline level by 2030.

It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the 2025 Chino Climate Action Plan Annual Progress Report.

Attachment: 2025 City of Chino Climate Action Plan Progress Report

60 Prepared by

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

PLANNING DIVISION
April 2026

CITY OF CHINO
2025 Climate Action Plan Progress Report

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Contents

Overview Page 1
Energy Efficiency Page 3
Renewable Energy Page 4
On-Road Transportation Page 5
Solid Waste Generation Page 6
Water Conveyance Page 7
Wastewater Treatment Page 8
GHG Performance Standard Page 9
Looking Ahead Page 10

The City has made
significant progress in
implementing the 2020-
2030 CAP Update.
63 Overview
The City of Chino adopted a Climate Action Plan (CAP) in November 2013 to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated by community activities. Since the adoption of the City’s 2013 CAP, the State of California (State) enacted new climate change regulations which implement statewide targets to reduce GHG emissions to 40% below the 1990 levels by 2030. To ensure conformity with the latest State climate change regulations, the 2013 CAP was updated with a new target year of 2030 and was approved by the City Council on November 17, 2020. The 2020-2030 CAP Update builds on the successes of the 2013 CAP and uses the analysis from the San Bernardino Regional Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan Update (Regional Plan), completed in March 2014 . The Regional Plan was a collaborative effort among the San Bernardino Council of Governments ( SBCOG), 24 Partnership Cities, and the County of San Bernardino to develop regional GHG inventories and reduction measures to more effectively address GHG emissions and climate change in San Bernardino County.

The 2020-2030 CAP Update establishes a GHG reduction target of achieving 46% below 2008 emissions levels by 203 0. This ambitious target is consistent with larger statewide ob jectives outlined under Senate Bill 32 (SB 32) and represents the City’s commitment to reducing GHG emissions generated within the community. The emissions target will not be achieved overnight, nor will it be met through a single action. Rather, the CAP outlines 15 measures that will work in conjunction with State initiatives to improve energy efficiency, encourage resource conservative, and support sustainable practices that will lower GHG emissions and enhance community resiliency to climate change. A significant difference between the 2020 -2030 CAP and the 2013 CAP is the methodology on how GHG redu ction measures are calculated. A n updated tracking tool has been developed to measure and track specific categories that include items such as re-roofs, installation of solar panels, upgraded HVAC systems, installation of LED streetlights and Electrical Vehicle (EV) charging stations. This tracking tool helps to provide a more accurate calculation of GHG reduction related to the implementation of the categories noted above. These methods of tracking are explained in greater detail below.

In order for the City to achieve
its 2030 GHG reduction target,
the City will need to reduce
their emissions by 41,131
metric tons carbon dioxide
equivalent (MTCO 2e). Within
the first five years of
implementing the 2020-2030
CAP Update , the City reduced
GHG emissions by 44,820
metric tons carbon dioxide
equivalent (MTCO 2e). This
reduction represents
approximately 109% of the
GHG reduction target goal (see
Figure 1) , thereby exceeding
the City’s goal . Significant
progress was made by the City
in implementing all 15 local
GHG reduction measures in the
following sectors: Energy,
Figure 1. Annual Greenhouse Gas Emission (GHG) Reductions Compared to 2030 GHG Reduction Target

10,353
14,419
25,778
31,125
44,820 41,131
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2030
Target
MT CO2e
Year
Annual GHG Emissions
Reductions vs.
2030 GHG Reduction Target
64 Renewable Energy, On -Road Transportation, Solid Waste, Wastewater Treatment, Water Conveyance, and Design Review Process (DRP) for New Development. On -Road Transportation reduction measures contributed to the most (46%) overall GHG reduction in the City for year 2025, while DRP for New Development contributed the least ( 2%) (see Figure 2) . The GHG reduction measures listed in Wastewater Treatment and Water Conveyance sectors are unquantifiable in tracking the amount of GHG reduction; therefore, were not included in the pie chart below.

Figure 2. Greenhouse Gas Reductions by Sector
The progress report outlines the current status of each measure identified in the City’s 2020 -2030 CAP. Metrics have been established for all measures to track implementation progress more specifically. The sector summaries on the following pages identify each measure, the tracking metric, and emission reductions achieved to -date, as available. The progress report concludes with a summary of actions that need to be taken during the next tracking year to adaptively manage the CAP and encourage additional emissions reduction.

Energy
2,231,MT CO2e
Renewable Energy
13,431 MT CO2e
On-Road
Transportation
20,673 MT CO2e
Solid Waste
7,850,MT CO2e
DRP
492 MT CO2e

GREENHOUSE GAS REDUCTIONS BY SECTOR
65 2020-2030 CAP Update Progress Report 3 April 2025

Energy Efficiency
The 2020-2030 CAP identifies four GHG reduction
measures to improve energy efficiency throughout the
City. These measures include retrofitting existing
buildings to become more energy efficient , outdoor
lighting upgrades, and public outreach and education
about energy efficiency and incentive programs .

Emission reduction s achieved by the measures
represent 5% of total GHG reductions achieved by the
City in 2025. Equally important, the measures provide
a number of community co -benefits, including
increased energy efficiency while reducing demand,
sustainability education and awareness, and
improved air quality and public health.
2025 Highlights
• A total of 556 homes were renovated.
• A total of 767,721 square feet of commercial space was renovated. • The City upgraded 238 streetlights to LED.

Progress Update
Measure Tracking
Metric(s)
Status Metrics Reductions (MTCO2e) Percent of 2030
Target 2030
Target
Achieved 2030
Target
Achieved
Energy-1 thru 3.

Energy efficiency
incentives and
programs to
promote energy
efficiency for
existing buildings
Homes
retrofitted
In
progress 1,000 556 2,686 196.65 7%
Commercial
square
footage
retrofitted
In
progress 70,000 767,721 1,758 1688.75 96%
Energy-4
Outdoor lighting
upgrades for
existing
development
Percentage
of outdoor
LED
streetlights
In
progress 100% 173% 200 345.93 173%
MTCO2e = carbon dioxide equivalent
a To keep on track each year should show 11% of the 2030 Target achieved, increasing each year until 2030.

66 2020-2030 CAP Update Progress Report 4 April 2025

Renewable Energy
The 2020 -2030 CAP identifies two GHG
reduction measures to improve renewable
energy throughout the City. These measures
include public outreach and education,
incentive programs, and retrofitting existing
residential homes, commercial buildings, and
industrial buildings for solar installations .

Emission reductions achieved by this
measure represent 30% of total reductions
achieved by the City in 202 5. Equally
important, the measures provide a number of
community co -benefits, including increased
energy efficiency while reducing demand, improved air quality and public health, and increased renewable energy.
2025 Highlights
• Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels totaling 4,685 kilowatts (kW) of capacity were installed on existing residential homes, existing commercial, and existing industrial buildings.

Progress Update
Measure Tracking
Metric(s)
Status Metrics Reductions (MTCO2e) Percent of 2030
Target Achieved a 2030
Target
Achieved 2030
Target
Achieved
Energy-5
Renewable Energy
installation on
existing residential
kW of
solar
panels
In
progress 23,794 4,641 8,687 10,923.03 126%
Energy 6
Renewable Energy
installation on
existing
commercial/
industrial
kW of
solar
panels In
progress N/A 44 N/A 2,508.23 N/A
MTCO2e = metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent
a To keep on track each year should show 11% of the 2030 Target achieved, increasing each year until 2030.

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On-Road Transportation
The 2020 -2030 CAP identifies four GHG
reduction measures for on-road transportation.

These measures include educating City staff on
ride sharing programs, reducing vehicle miles
traveled (VMT) by expanding and improving
bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, expanding
the Smart Signal system of LED traffic lights, and
providing community based electric vehicle (EV)
charging stations. Emission reductions achieved
by the se measures represent 46% of total GHG
reductions achieved by the City in 2025. Equally
important, the measures provide a number of
community co -benefits, including improved air
quality and public health, road and bicycle safety,
and increased non-motorized transportation.
2025 Highlights
• A total of 78 EV charging stations were installed.
• 2 miles of bicycle lanes dedicated with 10 secure bike racks were installed. • The City replaced 2 traffic signals with LED smart signalization.

Progress Update
Measure Tracking
Metric(s)
Status Metrics Reductions (MTCO2e) Percent of 2030
Target Achieved a 2030
Target
Achieved 2030
Target
Achieved
On-Road-1
Employee
training
Training
Sessions
In
progress N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
On-Road 2 LED
Traffic signals
synchronized
to TDM System.

Number of
signals replaced
& synchronized.

In
progress 155 2 2,797 1.33 >1%
On Road-3
Bicycle, and
pedestrian
infrastructure
Miles of bike
lanes, sidewalks,
number of bike
racks,
crosswalks
In
progress
8 miles
2 miles &
10 bike
racks
3,047 63.70 2%
On-Road-4
Electric Vehicle
Charging
stations
Number of EV
charging
stations
In
progress 50 78 6,591 9,185.34 139%
MTCO2e = metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent
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Solid Waste Generation
The 2020-2030 CAP identifies one GHG reduction
related to solid waste. This measure consisted of
meeting a 50 % diversion goal in 2020 and
increasing that to 70 % by 2030. Emission
reductions achieved by this measure represent 18%
of total GHG reductions achieved by the City in 2025.

Equally important, the measures provide a number
of community co -benefits, including resource
conservation, and improved air quality and public
health.

2025 Highlights
• The City met the near term (2020) goal with 53% diversion in 2025 and is continuing to increase recycling within the City toward the 2030 goal of 70% diversion.

Progress Update
Measure Tracking
Metric(s)
Status Metrics Reductions (MTCO2e) Percent of 2030
Target Achieved
a
Target Achieved 2030
Target
Achieved
Solid Waste-1
Diversion goals
Percent of
recycled
materials
diverted from
the land fill.

In
progress
50 % by
2020
70%
by2030

49.5% 15,111 7,850 52%
MTCO2e = metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent
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Water Conveyance
The 2020 -2030 CAP identifies two water
conservation measures. These measures
include promoting and educating the public
on water efficiency, water conservation
programs, and water efficient landscaping
practices to property owners, residents, and
businesses throughout Chino . Ef forts made
by City staff as highlighted in bullets below
contributed to the City’s overall reduction in
GHG emissions , even if staff’s efforts are
unquantifiable in tracking the amount of
GHG reduction. Equally important, the
measures provide a number of community
co-benefits, including conserving portable
water supplies, and improved air quality and public health. 2025 Highlights
• Promoted water efficiency practices through social media and cable news outlets. • Offered Chino residents new water-efficient devices free of charge:
o Sprinkler repair (raise, replace, adjust pop-ups and nozzles) o Installation of high-efficiency sprinkler nozzles
o Installation of a Hydrawise weather-based irrigation controller Progress Update
Measure Tracking
Metric(s)
Status Metrics Reductions (MTCO2e) Percent of 2030
Target
Achieved a
2030
Target
Achieved 2030
Target
Achieved
Water-1 and
Water-2 Promote
and educate
water efficiency,
water
conservation,
water efficient
landscaping to
residents,
businesses, and
property owners.

Public
outreach
and
education
In progress --b 33 --b 22.84 N/A
MTCO2e = metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent
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Wastewater Treatment
The 2020 -2030 CAP identifies one wastewater
measure. The measure include s working with
Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) to identify
new locations for recycle d water, and public
outreach and education. Efforts made by City
staff as highlighted in bullets below contributed
to the City’s overall reduction in GHG emissions,
even if staff’s efforts are unquantifiable in
tracking the amount of GHG reduction . Equally
important, the measure provides a number of
community co -benefits, including conserving
water supplies, and improved air q uality and
public health.

2025 Highlights
• The City tracks rebate programs for turf replacement and other water efficiency programs offered by Monte Vista Water District and Inland Empire Utility Agency. • The City is a member of the Water Education Water Awareness Committee (WEWAC) which provides financial support to teachers seeking to do creative classroom projects that increase student’s awareness of the importance of water in Southern California.

Progress Update
Measure Tracking
Metric(s)
Status Metrics Reductions (MTCO2e) Percent of 2030
Target Achieved a Target Achieved Target Achieved
Wastewater-1
Promote and
encourage
recycled water
consumption by
residential,
commercial, and
industrial users.

Public
outreach
and
education In
progress --b N/A --b N/A N/A
MTCO2e = metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent
a To keep on track each year should show 11% of the 2030 Target achieved, increasing each year until 2030 b The measures in the 2020-2030 CAP Update only had the City promoting water conservation and did not quantify the number of water conservation retrofits or GHG emissions reduced.

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GHG Performance Standard for New Development
The 2020 -2030 CAP identifies one
Development Review Process (DRP)
measure that requires new development
projects not exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to fill
out a screening table, demonstrating
compliance with the 2020 -2030 CAP.

Screening tables are a menu of options of
energy efficiency improvements,
renewable energy options, water
conservation measures, and other options
that provide predictable GHG reductions.

Each option within the screening tables is
given a point value. Developers who choose
options from the screening tables totaling
100 points or more will be determined to
have provided a fair-share contribution of GHG reductions; therefore, consistent with the 2020-2030 CAP. Equally important, the measure provides a number of community co -benefits, including increased energy efficiency while reducing energy demands, increased renewable energy, enhanced land use and community design, and increased non-motorized transportation. 2025 Highlights
• One new development application was required to use the GHG Screening Tables.

Measure Tracking
Metric(s)
Status Metrics Reductions (MTCO2e) Percent of
2030 Target
Achieved a
2030
Target
Achieved 2030
Target
Achieved
DRP-1 GHG
Performance
Standard
Number of new
development
applications
using the
Screening
Tables
Not
Started 25 1 6,051 491.6 8%
MTCO2e = metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent
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Looking Ahead
The City made significant progress and surpassed its 2030 GHG reduction target by completing 109% of its 2030 goal as of 2025. This success can be attributed to the efforts of residents and businesses who diverted waste and installed new solar panels and E V chargers. The 2020 -2030 CAP will continue to be adaptively managed to ensure the programs continuously go above and beyond in maximizing GHG emission reductions. Annually, staff will continue to monitor the progress and effectiveness of each measure and modify the measures, as needed, to maximize GHG emissions reduction for years to come. As the 2020-2030 CAP comes to near end, the CAP will be updated with new and revised measures that will help the City further reduce the amount of GHG emissions to achieve statewide carbon neutrality by year 2045(Executive Order EO B-55-18).

73 MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: TERRY DOYLE, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES/RISK MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT
..titl e
Director of Development Services Classification.
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RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 2026 -021 approving the updated job description for the Director of Development Services Classification.
..body

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

CITY OF CHINO MISSION / VISION / VALUES / STRATEGIC ISSUES The recommendation detailed above furthers the City’s values and strategic issues that serve as key pillars on which identified priorities, goals, and action plans are built, by fostering:
 Responsible Long-Range Planning
 Integrity and Accountability
 Exemplary Leadership

Revenue: Click or tap here to enter text.

Expenditure:

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TITLE: DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CLASSIFICATION.

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BACKGROUND
With the upcoming retirement of the Development Services Director, the City will be partnering with an outside recruiter to fill this critical position. As part of the recruitment process, City staff reviewed the existing job description for the Development Services Director and updated it to accurately reflect current duties and the needs of the Development Services Department.

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
City staff conducted a thorough review of the job description for the Development Services Director. The updated description more clearly outlines the duties and responsibilities of th e position, with an added emphasis on economic development. This classification continues to oversee all Development Services departmental functions, including planning, building, housing, code compliance, accessibility, and permit center operations.

A key update includes added duties related to economic development, such as promoting local growth, supporting business attraction efforts, and building strong partnerships with businesses, government agencies, and community members. These revisions will suppo rt the upcoming recruitment by ensuring the City attracts candidates who are well suited to oversee all aspects of Development Services and help lead key economic development initiatives.

In accordance with the City’s Personnel Rules, Rule IV. Position Classification, the City Council upon recommendation from staff may revise the Classification Plan to create ne w or update existing classifications as needed. City Council must then formally adopt any updates to the job description. There is no financial impact associated with updating the job description for the Development Services Director. This is an administrative update intended to align the position’s duties with current organizational needs and support the recruitment process.

Attachment: Resolution No. 2026-021 Development Services Director Job Description

75 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-021

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO,

CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE UPDATED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR THE

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES CLASSIFICATION
WHEREAS, in accordance with Resolution No. 85 -52, the City Council must formally adopt updated job descriptions as part of the City’s Classification Plan; and WHEREAS, City staff conducted a comprehensive review of the existing job description for the Director of Development Services classification to ensure it accurately reflects the current duties, responsibilities, and organizational needs of the Development Services Department; and WHEREAS, the job description for the Director of Development Servic es classification has been updated to more clearly outline the duties and responsibilities of the role, with an added emphasis on economic development.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1 . The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby approves and adopts the updated job description for the Development Services Director classification, which is attached hereto as Exhibit A.

SECTION 3.The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution effective April 7, 2026.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 7th day of April, 2026.

EUNICE M. ULLOA, MAYOR

ATTEST:

NATALIE GONZAGA

CITY CLERK

ATTACHMENT:

EXHIBIT A. Updated Job Description for the Director of Development Services Classification

76 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-021
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State of California )
County of San Bernardino ) §
City of Chino )

I, NATALIE GONZAGA , City Clerk of the City of Chino, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting held on the 7th day of April 2026 by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
77 April 2026
FLSA: Exempt

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

DEFINITION

Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, manages, and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Development Services Department including the planning, building, housing, code compliance, accessibility, and permit center operations; formulates Departmental policies, goals, and directives; coordinates assigned activities with other City Departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters the importance of economic development and cooperative working relationships among City Departments and with intergovernmental, regulatory agencies, and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the City Manager in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives administrative direction from the City Manager or Assistant City Manager. Exercises supervision over supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff through subordinate levels of supervision.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a Department Head classification that oversees, leads, and participates in all activities of the Development Services Department, including short- and long-term planning as well as development and administration of Departmental policies, procedures, and services. This class provides assistance to the City Manager in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy, Cit y functions and activities, including the role of the City Council, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement interdisciplinary projects and programs. Responsibilities include coordinating the activities of the Department with those of other Departments and outside agencies and managing and overseeing the complex and varied functions of the Department. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing Departmental planning and operational goals and objectives and serves as an advisor and contributor to executive management , Planning Commission, and City Council on policies, procedures, and major City initiatives.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

➢ Assumes full management responsibility for all Development Services Department programs, services, and activities including planning, building, housing, code compliance, accessibility, and permit center operations.
➢ Fosters economic development by helping to promote local growth and business attraction, retaining jobs, and enhancing quality of life through an emphasis on strategic planning and marketing, and fostering partnerships with businesses, government, and residents, managing projects from conception to implementation while analyzing economic trends.
➢ Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the Department; continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess es and monitors the distribution of 78 Director of Development Services

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work, support systems and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of change.
➢ Manages and participates in the development and administration of the Department’s budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements budgetary adjustments, as necessary. ➢ Selects, trains, motivates, and directs Department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with Department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns. ➢ Monitors and implements legal, regulatory, technology and societal changes and court decisions that may affect the work of the Department; determines equipment acquisition, training programs and procedural changes to ensure retention of qualified staff and the provision of services to the community in an effective, efficient, and economical manner.
➢ Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposals for professional services and the advertising and bid processes; evaluates proposals and recommends project award; coordinates with legal counsel to determine City needs and requirements for contractual services; negotiates contracts and agreements and administers same after award.
➢ Directs land acquisition, relocation, and demolition activities associated with project development. ➢ Confers with developers, representatives of residential, commercial and industrial interests, property owners and others in promoting, coordinating, and the development and use of property within the City; confers with other City staff on related activities.
➢ Conducts or directs the conduct of studies, and the preparation and presentation of reports, regarding the use of land, building permitting and inspection, code enforcement , accessibility and housing programs in the City and related Department activities. ➢ Administers contract services pertaining to planning, housing, building, code enforcement, accessibility and permit center, plan checking, and other consultant services; maintains liaison with service providers and ensures adherence to contract provisions.
➢ Represents the Department to other City Departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains and interprets Departmental programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.
➢ Supports professional staff training and c onducts a variety of Departmental organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
➢ Participates in and makes presentations to a wide variety of committees, boards, and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of development services.
➢ Directs the maintenance of working and official Departmental files; prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the City Manager.
➢ Responds to public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations; serves as a spokesperson for the Department at a variety of community events, meetings, and other public relations activities.
➢ Ensures staff observe and comply with all federal, state, and City safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
➢ Performs related duties as assigned.
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QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

➢ Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision. ➢ Principles of commercial, industrial, and housing economic market trends. ➢ Principles and practices of leadership.
➢ Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted efficiently.
➢ Principles and practices of strategic plan development. ➢ Principles and practices of budget administration.
➢ Principles and practices of contract management.
➢ General principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area. ➢ Principles, practices, and procedures of public administration in a municipal setting. ➢ Functions, authority, and responsibilities of an elected City Council. ➢ Principles, practices, and techniques of planning, building, code enforcement , accessibility, and housing.
➢ Building codes and regulations.
➢ Methods, materials, techniques, and practices employed in building inspection design and construction. ➢ Methods and techniques of developing technical and administrative reports and business correspondence.
➢ Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
➢ City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. ➢ Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively interacting with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
➢ The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
➢ Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

➢ Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards. ➢ Foster economic development by helping to maintain, update, fast-track and streamline development processes to support local growth, jobs, and business attraction efforts. ➢ Provide administrative and professional leadership for the Department. ➢ Prepare and administer large and complex budgets ; allocate limited resources in a cost -effective manner.
➢ Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
➢ Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of management, supervisory, professional, and technical personnel; delegate authority and responsibility.
➢ Select and supervise staff, provide relevant training and development opportunities, ensure work is performed effectively, and evaluate performance in an objective and positive manner. ➢ Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques. ➢ Effectively administer special projects with contractual agreements and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
➢ Develop comprehensive plans to meet future City needs and services. ➢ Effectively represent the City and the Department in meetings with governmental agencies, contractors, vendors, and various businesses, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations. 80 Director of Development Services

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➢ Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. ➢ Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
➢ Direct the establishment of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems. ➢ Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments. ➢ Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
➢ Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
➢ Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
➢ Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education:
➢ Equivalent to a b achelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban and regional planning, economic development or a related field.

Experience:
➢ Six (6) years of responsible administrative experience in the field of municipal current and advanced planning, economic development, building, code compliance, housing and accessibility, including four (4) years of experience in a management capacity.

Licenses and Certifications:

➢ Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is prim arily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office eq uipment.

Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 20 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing divisional policies and procedures. 81 MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: TERRY DOYLE, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES/RISK MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT
..titl e
Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Chino and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). ..end

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Resolution No. 2026 -022 approving Memorandum of Understanding Amendment No. 1 between the City of Chino and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) to update Exhibit A, Uniforms.
..body

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

CITY OF CHINO MISSION / VISION / VALUES / STRATEGIC ISSUES The recommendation detailed above further s the City’s values and strategic issues that serve as key pillars on which identified priorities, goals, and action plans are built, by fostering:
 Exemplary Leadership
 Public Service Excellence Through Internal & External Partnerships  Responsible Long-Range Planning
 Integrity and Accountability

Revenue: Click or tap here to enter text.

Expenditure:

Transfer In: Click or tap here to enter text. Transfer Out: Click or tap here to enter text. 82 CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026
TITLE: AMENDMENT TO THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY

OF CHINO AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME).

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BACKGROUND
On January 20, 2026, the City Council approved the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Chino and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027 (“AFSCME MOU 2025-27”).

During a subsequent review, s taff identified a clerical discrepancy in Exhibit A of the AFSCME MOU 2025-27, which lists the uniform items for AFSCME represented classifications. Exhibit A includes outdated job titles and requires an amendment to ensure the updated job titles are accurately reflected.

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
The City’s negotiations team worked with AFSCME representatives to update and review Exhibit A, to accurately reflect the current job titles and corresponding uniform items. Approval of AFSCME MOU Amendment No. 1 is required by the City Council to formally adopt these updates to Exhibit A.

This correction has no budgetary impact and is only an administrative update to reflect the current job titles associated with the uniform items listed for AFSCME represented classifications.

Attachment: Resolution No. 2026-022 AFSCME MOU Amendment No. 1

83 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-022

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE MEMORANDUM OF

UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN REPRESENTATIVES OF THE CITY OF CHINO,

CALIFORNIA, AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027
WHEREAS, the latest Memorandum of Understanding between representatives of the City of Chino, California, and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees covering the period of July 1, 2 025 through June 30, 2027 ( “AFSCME MOU 2025 -27”) was approved and adopted by Resolution No. 2026-005; and
WHEREAS, the labor representatives of the City and AFSCME have determined that Exhibit A, Uniforms, of the AFSCME MOU 2025 -27 must be updated to reflect the current job titles for positions represented by AFSCME and provided the benefits outlined therein; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the Meyer-Millias-Brown Act (“MMBA”) (Govt. Code Section 3500 -3511) the labor representatives of the City and AFSCME jointly created and approved the updated Exhibit A, Uniforms, of the AFSCME MOU 2025-27; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council of the City of Chino to approve and adopt an amendment to the AFSCME MOU 2025-27 to memorialize and confirm the updated Exhibit A, Uniforms, of the AFSCME MOU 2025-27.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1 . The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference, with a true and correct copy of the previously adopted AFSCME MOU 2025-27 being attached hereto as Exhibit A.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby approves and adopts Amendment No.1 to the Memorandum of Understanding between representatives of the City of Chino, California, and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees covering the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027, a signed copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit B.

SECTION 3.The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution effective April 7, 2026.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 7th day of April, 2026.

EUNICE M. ULLOA, MAYOR
ATTEST:

NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK

ATTACHMENTS: 84
RESOLUTION 2026-022

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EXHIBIT A. Memorandum of Understanding between representatives of the City of Chino, California, and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees covering the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027

EXHIBIT B. Amendment No. 1 to the Memorandum of Understanding between representatives of the City of Chino, California, and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees covering the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027

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State of California )
County of San Bernardino ) §
City of Chino )

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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BETWEEN
July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2027

THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA
AND
American Federation of State, County and
Municipal Employees
87 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

BETWEEN REPRESENTATIVES OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA,

AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME DISTRICT COUNCIL 36 – LOCAL 3183)
(A RECOGNIZED EMPLOYEE UNION)

Table of Contents

1. AB119 UNION INFORMATION ........................................................................................ 4

2. ACTING PAY ........................................................................................................................ 4

3. ADDITIONAL DUTY PAY ................................................................................................. 4

4. BENEFIT BANK ................................................................................................................... 5

5. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE ................................................................................................... 5

6. BILINGUAL PAY ................................................................................................................. 6

7. CALL BACK TO DUTY ...................................................................................................... 6

8. CERTIFICATION ................................................................................................................ 6

9. COMPENSATORY TIME ................................................................................................... 8

10. COMPUTER LOAN PROGRAM ....................................................................................... 8

11. COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT (COLA) .................................................................... 8

12. DEATH BENEFIT ................................................................................................................ 8

13. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN ............................................................................. 9

14. DIRECT DEPOSIT ............................................................................................................. 11

15. DISABILITY ....................................................................................................................... 11

16. DISCIPLINARY APPEAL PROCEDURE ...................................................................... 11

17. FLEXIBLE BENEFITS SPENDING PLAN .................................................................... 11

18. FLOATING HOLIDAY TIME .......................................................................................... 11

19. HOLIDAYS .......................................................................................................................... 11

20. HOLIDAY CLOSURE ........................................................................................................ 12

21. JURY DUTY ........................................................................................................................ 13

22. LABOR-MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE ...................................................................... 13

23. LIFE INSURANCE ............................................................................................................. 13

24. LONGEVITY PAY ............................................................................................................. 13

25. LUNCH BREAK (EXTENDED) ....................................................................................... 13

26. MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT ...................................................................................... 13

27. OVERTIME ......................................................................................................................... 14

28. RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE ......................................................................................... 14 88 AFSCME
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2 29. REGULAR RATE OF PAY ............................................................................................... 14

30. REHIRE POLICY ............................................................................................................... 15

31. RESPONSE TO DOCUMENTS PLACED IN EMPLOYEE PERSONNEL FILE...... 15

32. RETIREMENT .................................................................................................................... 15

33. SAFETY INCENTIVE PROGRAM ................................................................................. 16

34. SALARY ADJUSTMENTS (Overpayments, Recovery, and Underpayments): ........... 16

35. SEPARATION FROM CITY ............................................................................................. 17

36. SICK LEAVE ...................................................................................................................... 17

37. SICK LEAVE HIRING INCENTIVE ............................................................................... 17

38. SICK LEAVE BUY-BACK ................................................................................................ 17

39. SICK LEAVE CONVERSION TO PERSONAL LEAVE .............................................. 18

40. SICK LEAVE PROGRAM ................................................................................................ 18

41. SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS................................................................................................ 18

42. STANDBY PAY AND CALL BACK TO DUTY COMPENSATION ........................... 19

43. TOOL ALLOWANCE ........................................................................................................ 19

44. TRAINING FOR COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE ................................................ 19

45. TUITION ADVANCE PROGRAM................................................................................... 20

46. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – ENHANCED PROGRAM ....................................... 21

47. UNIFORMED PERSONNEL ............................................................................................ 21

48. UNION BUSINESS: ............................................................................................................ 21

49. UNION REPRESENTATION – REQUEST FOR DECERTIFICATION: .................. 21

50. VACATION LEAVE .......................................................................................................... 22

51. VACATION LEAVE BUY BACK .................................................................................... 22

52. VACATION LEAVE CONVERSION .............................................................................. 22

53. WORK BOOTS AND WORK SHOES ............................................................................. 23

54. WORK SCHEDULE ........................................................................................................... 23

55. WORKERS’ COMPENSATION PROGRAM ................................................................. 23

56. WORKERS’ COMPENSATION PREMIUM PAYMENT ............................................ 24

57. SAVINGS CLAUSE ............................................................................................................ 24

58. MAINTENANCE OF EXISTING BENEFITS ................................................................ 24

59. IMPLEMENTATION ......................................................................................................... 24

60. TERM OF AGREEMENT ................................................................................................. 25

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3 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

BETWEEN REPRESENTATIVES OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA,

AND AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL

EMPLOYEES (AFSCME)/CHINO PUBLIC WORKS SERVICES
[A RECOGNIZED EMPLOYEE UNION]

This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is entered into with references to the following facts:

A. The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, hereinafter referred to as “AFSCME”, is the recognized employee organization for all regular, full-time Services employees in the City of Chino, hereinafter referred to as the “City”. The current positions of the AFSCME can be found in the current Classification and Compensation Schedule – Non- Management Positions.

Cross Connection Specialist
Equipment Mechanic
Equipment Lead Mechanic
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Facilities Maintenance Lead Technician
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Facilities Worker
Grounds Maintenance Lead Worker
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Maintenance Coordinator
Recycled Water Coordinator
Streets Maintenance Lead Worker
Streets Maintenance Worker
Wastewater Maintenance Lead Worker
Wastewater Maintenance Worker
Water Distribution Lead Operator
Water Distribution Operator
Water Meter Lead Technician
Water Meter Technician
Water Quality Technician
Water Treatment Operator
Water Treatment Lead Operator

B. In the interest of maintaining harmonious relations between the City and the employees, authorized representatives of the City and AFSCME have met and conferred in good faith, exchanging various proposals concerning wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment of the employees which are within the scope of law for represented employees in AFSCME.

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4 C. The authorized representatives of the City and AFSCME have reached mutual agreement on wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment for these employees.

THEREFORE, the City and AFSCME agree that wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment will be applied as follows for the period of July 1, 2025, through and including June 30, 2027. (Note: The provisions of this Memorandum of Understanding apply only to those individuals who are employed with the City of Chino on the day following the adoption of a formal resolution by City Council approving this MOU.)

1. AB119 UNION INFORMATION
City and AFSCME District – Council 36 (AFSCME) agree to the following:
 City will provide at least ten (10) calendar days’ notice to AFSCME of new employee orientation.
 AFSCME will be provided up to thirty (30) minutes at the new employee orientation to speak with new employees.
 City will provide AFSCME electronic copy of name, hire date, salary, email, home address, and cell phone number of all new bargaining unit employees within thirty (30) days of hire.  Upon request, provide name, salary, hire date, email, home address and cell phone number for all bargaining unit employees .
 Upon notification, the City shall deduct Union dues from pay of employees represented by Union.

2. ACTING PAY
The City will grant Acting Pay after an employee has worked in a higher classification for twenty (20) consecutive work days or for twenty (20) non-consecutive work days in a ninety (90) calendar day period. To receive Acting Pay, an employee must be formally assigned the duties of the higher classification. This assignment must be confirmed by the processing of a Personnel Action Form (PAF). Acting Pay will be five percent (5%) above the employee’s current base salary rate or “A” Step of the Acting position Classification, whichever is greater, unless otherwise authorized by the City Manager.

Subject to the conditions noted above, a qualifying employee will receive Acting Pay for all days worked in an Acting position, i.e., after twenty (20) consecutive work days or twenty (20) non- consecutive work days in a ninety (90) calendar day period. The employee will then receive Acting Pay retroactive to the first day of serving in the acting capacity.

3. ADDITIONAL DUTY PAY
Afforded to an employee who takes on a significant number of extra assignments in an area different from their regularly assigned responsibilities. An employee performing this type of work for a period of time greater than two (2) weeks will receive pay in the amount of five percent (5%) increase in salary to compensate for performing dual functions at the discretion of the Department Director.

The additional duty pay will be restricted to no more than a twelve (12) month limit. In extenuating circumstances, the Department Head may request and extension of the additional duty pay past the 91 AFSCME
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5 twelve (12) month limit. This request must be made in writing to the City Manager with justification as to why an extension is required. The extension must include the date the additional duty pay will expire and a copy of the signed extension must be attached to the Personnel Action Form (PAF).

4. BENEFIT BANK
Employees are provided with a Benefit Bank for the purchase of medical, dental, and/or vision insurance for themselves and their eligible dependents. The Benefit Bank total will be equal to the premium cost of HMO medical (at the rate equal to Kaiser), dental and vision coverage for family coverage. The Benefit Bank amount will be adjusted when new rates become effective December 1st. Unused portions of the Benefit Bank will be paid out in the employee's regular paychecks as earned.

Any employee opting out of health coverage will be required to submit an affidavit attesting that they have other qualifying group health coverage and provide supporting documentation. For example, a letter from the employer of a spouse, domestic partner or parent.

New Hires:

Failure to provide the required documentation within sixty (60) days of hire may result in the City enrolling the employee in the lowest cost medical plan. Such enrollment will remain in effect until the employee provides valid opt-out documentation during the next Open Enrollment period.

Recertification:

Failure to provide the required documentation during the annual Open Enrollment period may result in the City enrolling the employee in the lowest cost medical plan. Such enrollment will remain in effect until the employee provides valid opt-out documentation during the next open enrollment period.

Also see Regular Rate of Pay Section in this MOU.

5. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
A non-accruing bank of five (5) days (50 hours) for the bereavement of a qualified family member is provided. A qualified is defined as a spouse, domestic partner, parent, step-parent, sibling, child, step-child, mother-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, father-in- law, grandparent, step-grandparent, grandchild, or any other relative residing within the employee’s home.

The five (5) days of bereavement leave do not need to be taken consecutively; they can be used intermittently. If the leave is used intermittently, it must be used within three (3) months of the qualified family member’s date of death.

The employee within thirty (30) days of the first day of the leave shall provide documentation of the death of the qualified family member, if requested by the Department Head or their designee.

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6 verification of a death, burial or memorial services from a mortuary, funeral home, burial society, crematorium, religious institution, or governmental agency.

6. BILINGUAL PAY
Effective the pay period beginning on February 2, 2026, employees are eligible to receive a one hundred and sixty dollar ($160) allowance per month (paid over 24 pay periods) for verbal fluency in any language other than English that their Department Director deems necessary, including sign language, under the following conditions:

a. Certification: A competency examination will be administered by the Human Resources/Risk Management Department to determine an employees’ proficiency. Testing and its frequency are at the discretion of the City. An employee must pass the City’s competency examination to be eligible for Bilingual Pay. b. Department Director Approval: To be eligible to take the City’s competency examination, an employee must be recommended by their Department Director. Eligibility for the opportunity to test for Bilingual Pay is solely at the employee’s Department Director’s discretion and is not subject to administrative appeal or challenge. The Department Director will make their recommendation based on an assessment of the need for the employee to use bilingual skills on-the-job. If an employee is approved for Bilingual Pay, then later changes assignment, classification, job duties, or is transferred or promoted, a determination may be made by the employee’s Department Director that bilingual skills are no longer required for use on-the-job and this benefit will be removed from the employee with no right of appeal.

7. CALL BACK TO DUTY
See Standby Pay and Call Back to Duty Compensation Section in this MOU.

8. CERTIFICATION
Certification pay is available for the certifications listed below with supervisory approval when the certification is job-related. Employees must submit appropriate documentation annually, and compensation is provided on a fiscal year basis. Prorated payment applies if the certification is obtained mid-year, if the employee transfers to a role where the certification is no longer applicable, or upon termination.

Effective the pay period beginning on February 2, 2026, for any certification that is required of the job classifications, employees will receive two hundred dollars ($200) per certificate. For any other certifications that are above and beyond what is required of the job classifications, employees will receive an additional fifty dollars ($50) per certificate up to the maximums stated below.

WATER
Employees assigned to the Water Section, and to any employee in the Water Services Unit who is granted placement on the Duty Call-out Roster are eligible for certification pay as follows:

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7  Two hundred dollars ($200) per certificate per year for a total of thirteen (13) certificates as follows:

If the employee leaves the Water Section or removes themselves (if not assigned to the Water Section) from the Duty Call-out Roster prior to the expiration of twelve (12) months, after receipt of Water Certification compensation, then the City has the right to prorate the Water Certification compensation over twelve (12) months and to deduct these funds from the employee’s paycheck.

1. Water Distribution Certificates D1 – D5 (total 5)

2. Water Treatment Certificates T1 – T5 (total 5)

3. Water Quality Certificates (total 3 and must possess at least 2) a. San Bernardino County Department of Public Health, Division of Environmental Health Services Certified Backflow Prevention Device Tester.
b. American Water Works Association (California/Nevada Section) Backflow Prevention Tester.
c. American Water Works Association (California/Nevada Section) Cross Connection Control Specialist.

Employees who receive Water Certification pay and leave the Water Division or remove themselves from the Duty Call-out Roster within twelve (12) months may have the compensation prorated and repaid via Payroll deductions.

EQUIPMENT MECHANIC AND LEAD EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Equipment Mechanics and Lead Equipment Mechanics may receive two hundred dollars ($200) per qualifying certificate, up to eight (8) certificates, per fiscal year. Qualifying certifications include:

1. ASE Automobile Suspension and Steering.

2. ASE Automobile Brakes.

3. ASE Automobile Heating and Air Conditioning.

4. Heavy Truck Preventative Maintenance.

5. Master Class/eight (8) certificates (A1 – A8 and T1 – T8).

CERTIFIED PLAYGROUND SAFETY INSPECTOR CERTIFICATION
One (1) employee holding a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification issued by the National Recreation and Park Association may receive two hundred dollars ($200) per fiscal year.

QUALIFIED PESTICIDE APPLICATOR
Up to three (3) employees holding a Qualified Applicator Certificate may receive two hundred dollars ($200) per fiscal year.

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8 ARBORIST
One (1) employee holding a certified arborist credential may receive two hundred dollars ($200) per fiscal year.

COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE
Employees in the positions requiring a California Class “A”, Class “B”, or Class “C” with Hazmat endorsement driver’s license are eligible for two hundred and fifty dollars ($250) per fiscal year in certification pay.

Also see Training for Commercial Driver License section in this MOU.

9. COMPENSATORY TIME
Employees may accrue a rolling maximum of forty (40) hours of Compensatory Time off. Each employee has the option of electing to convert any, or all, accrued Compensatory Time off hours to pay at the hourly rate existing at the time of distribution. Accrued Compensatory Time may be converted to cash twice annually, in the first paycheck in April and/or the second paycheck in November of each year. Upon separation from employment, accumulated compensatory time off will be converted to cash at the then existing base hourly rate.

Employees will be eligible to earn Compensatory Time only when working overtime within their assigned Department. All Overtime earned outside of the employee’s assigned Department will be paid.

10. COMPUTER LOAN PROGRAM
Non-probationary employees are eligible to participate in a Computer Loan Program managed by the Finance Department.

11. COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT (COLA)
Increase to employee’s base wages/salary ranges as follows:
 Effective the beginning of the pay period that includes July 1, 2025: A retroactive three percent (3%) cost-of-living wage adjustment that shall apply only to AFSCME Employees still on payroll at the time of City Council approval of the successor MOU through the adoption of the resolution approving the same.
 Effective the beginning of the pay period including July 1, 2026: Three percent (3%).

For any part-time position that receives a mandated wage increase (due to the minimum wage law), the full-time position will receive the same increase.

12. DEATH BENEFIT
Employees are provided with $100,000 in life insurance coverage, payable to beneficiary on file in the Human Resources/Risk Management Department at time of death.

In the event of an employee’s death, their beneficiary will receive payment of all unused Leave Time at 100% except Sick Leave. Sick Leave time will be paid out at the rate established by years 95 AFSCME
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9 of service. If the employee would have been eligible for retirement using the definition in CalPERS, Sick Leave will be paid to the employee’s beneficiary(ies) at 100% cash out of the employee’s accrued Sick Leave on record.

In the event of an employee’s death where such death is defined by the Workers’ Compensation system as an industrial death, the employee’s beneficiary(ies) will receive 100% cash-out of the employee’s accrued Sick Leave on record.

13. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN
A deferred compensation plan, 457(b), is available to all employees, providing tax-deferred savings to serve as a retirement supplement. An employee may contribute to the City's designated deferred compensation plan up to the maximum annual amount allowed by federal and state law through a payroll deduction program.

City Contribution
Effective the pay period beginning on February 2, 2026, employees will receive a one hundred dollar ($100) per month City match to their Deferred Compensation Plan provided the employee contributes one hundred dollars ($100) per month to their City Deferred Compensation account.

If the employee does not contribute to the Deferred Compensation account each month, they will not be eligible for the City match.

“Catch-up” Provision
Pursuant to federal and state law, employees attaining the minimum age of 47, who are within three (3) years of their planned retirement date, may take advantage of the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan "Catch-up" provisions and allowances as defined in federal and state law. To the extent allowed by federal and state law and the City's deferred compensation plan administrator, the City will allow, during the three (3) years prior to an employee's planned retirement date, the conversion of accrued Sick/Vacation/Floating Holiday/Sick Leave Conversion/Compensatory Time hours to cash contribution at the employee's base rate of pay in effect at the time of conversion. Leave conversion contributions for the "457 Catch-up" shall normally be distributed over an employee's last three (3) years prior to their planned retirement date. However, based on the total amount of "457 Catch-up" contributions available to the employee, accumulated sick leave hours, and the employee's designated retirement date, "457 Catch-up" contributions may occur over a shorter period of time prior to retirement. To be eligible to participate, the employee must be within three (3) years of their planned retirement date, have "457 Catch-up" privileges available to them, and be enrolled in the City-sponsored 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.

“Catch-up” - Sick Leave
Employees are not entitled to 100% cash-out of Sick Leave until completion of five (5) years of service with the City as the final employer and either a qualified service or disability retirement.

The City will advance employees 47 years of age or older a cash-out of their accrued Sick Leave up to the indexed amount if they choose to utilize the “Catch Up” provision provided through the City’s 457 plan.
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10 In the event an employee separates for any reason other than service or disability retirement from the City prior to being eligible to receive 100% Sick Leave pay, said employee will be required to reimburse the excess amount of Sick Leave previously paid out. The reimbursement will be deducted by the City from any or all earned funds available to the employee on separation, without it being necessary for the City to seek a civil judgment for the monies.

In order to participate, the employee will select the amount of Sick Leave they want transferred into deferred compensation at the beginning of each of the three (3) years. The amount can be a selected number of hours or a percentage of Sick Leave remaining at the end of the year. The employee’s Sick Leave balance would then decrease commensurately with the amount of funds withdrawn.

The employee will continue to accrue Sick Leave hours at the normal rate while participating in this program.

“Catch-up” hours advanced will be counted towards the employee’s Sick Leave bank for the Sick Leave Program calculation.

“Catch-up”– Vacation Leave
In order to participate, the employee will select the amount of Vacation Leave they want transferred into deferred compensation at the beginning of each of the three (3) years. The amount can be a selected number of hours or a percentage of Vacation Leave remaining at the end of the year. The employee’s Vacation Leave balance would then decrease commensurately with the amount of funds withdrawn.

The employee maintaining their Vacation Leave maximum would still be eligible for Vacation Leave incentives, such as Vacation Leave Conversion. The employee will continue to accrue Vacation Leave hours at the normal rate while participating in this program.

“Catch-up”– Other Leave Banks
In order to participate, the employee will select the amount of other leave (this may be Floating Holiday, Sick Leave Conversion and/or Compensatory Time) to be transferred into deferred compensation at the beginning of each of the three (3) years. The amount must be a selected number of hours of leave. The employee’s leave balance would then decrease commensurately with the amount of funds withdrawn.

“Age 50+ Catch-up”
In the calendar year an employee reaches age 50 (or older), they may contribute an additional amount over the normal maximum contribution limit (per the IRS limit). The “Age 50 Catch-up” and “Pre-Retirement Catch-up” provisions may not both be used in the same calendar year.

Employees may use accrued Sick Leave, Floating Holiday, Sick Leave Conversion, Compensatory Time and/or accrued Vacation Leave to contribute this additional amount.

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11 Contributions to the deferred compensation plan will be discontinued while an employee is receiving Workers’ Compensation payments.

14. DIRECT DEPOSIT
All employees will have funds directly deposited into an account they established for deposit of their payroll checks.

15. DISABILITY
Full-time, non-probationary employees are eligible for a City-funded Short/Long-term disability plan which provides for salary continuation effective on the 41st consecutive calendar day of disability at a rate of 100% of the employee’s base salary. On the 61st consecutive calendar day of disability, salary continuation is paid at a rate of up to 66-2/3% of salary at time of disability, with a provision to continue regular benefits and benefit accruals. The entire benefit period will not exceed five (5) years.

16. DISCIPLINARY APPEAL PROCEDURE
Resolution 2003-11 will be amended to reflect that the City Manager will no longer serve as the Hearing Officer.

17. FLEXIBLE BENEFITS SPENDING PLAN
A Section 125 Flexible Benefits Spending Plan is available for employee contributions in accordance with IRS regulations.

18. FLOATING HOLIDAY TIME
Employees are provided with thirty five (35) hours of Floating Holiday Time in July of each year (prorated for new hires following completion of six (6) months of full-time/continuous service).

This time off is used by the employee with the approval of their supervisor.

Employees may cash-out up to thirty five (35) hours of Floating Holiday Time, one time per fiscal year, in one set number of hours, payable at the employee’s existing base rate of pay at the time of request. Payment will be made with the regular payroll check run nearest the request of the cash- out (requires minimum of ten (10) working days prior to request). Any remaining Floating Holiday Time will be paid out in the final payroll check of each fiscal year.

Except for employees retiring from the City, employees resigning/separating from employment will have Floating Holiday Time credited on a prorated basis (2.916 hours per month), and amounts used/cashed-out in excess of those they qualify for are owed back to the City upon separation. The difference will be deducted from the employee’s final check(s), or in the event that sufficient funds are not available, the employee will be responsible to pay back the City within fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of separation.

19. HOLIDAYS
The City has designated twelve (12) ten-hour holidays as follows:

New Year’s Day Martin Luther King
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12 Presidents Day Memorial Day
Independence Day Labor Day
Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day
Day following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve
Christmas Day New Year’s Eve

When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday will be recognized as the holiday. When a holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday will be recognized as the holiday. To be eligible for an observed holiday, employees must be paid for the regularly scheduled workday before and the day after which immediately follows the observed holiday to receive pay for that holiday. For example, if a holiday fell on a Monday, and the employee was on a 4/10 work schedule with Fridays off, the employee would be required to be paid for a regularly scheduled workday on the Thursday before the observed holiday and the Tuesday following the observed holiday.

When a City-designated holiday is observed on an employee’s scheduled day off, holiday hours will be credited to the employee. The employee is required to initiate contact with their supervisor in writing to request authorization to utilize these banked holiday hours. Any remaining time will be paid out in the final payroll check of each fiscal year.

When an employee separates from City employment (for any reason) and has one or more accumulated holidays on account on the effective date of the separation, the accumulated holiday will be converted to cash at the hourly rate existing at the time of separation and in an amount equivalent to the number of hours constituting a “workday” at the time of separation.

In any instance where an employee works on a holiday, the employee may choose one (1) of the following options for compensation:
a) Be paid holiday hours at straight time and bank hours worked as compensatory time at overtime hours; or
b) Be paid holiday hours at straight time and be paid hours worked at overtime rate.

20. HOLIDAY CLOSURE
The City reserves the right to close non-safety facilities between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day. Employees may use accrued Vacation, Floating Holidays, Compensatory Time, Sick Leave Conversion, Holiday Comp Time or remain in an unpaid leave status during this period.

The City shall have the discretion to advance Vacation time, which will be earned by the employee in the future, to those employees who request it and who do not have any current Vacation, Floating Holiday, Compensatory Time, or Sick Leave Conversion and do not wish to be in an unpaid leave status during the closure.

Based on the organizational needs, certain classifications may be required to work during the holiday closure. This determination will be made by the Department Director.

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13 21. JURY DUTY
Employees are compensated for jury service of ten (10) work days per fiscal year. A “work day” is defined as a regularly scheduled day of work for the employee.

For all jury service, employees are required to deliver a jury duty certification form at the end of the required jury duty to verify such service. Employees required to serve on a jury must report to work before and after jury duty provided there is an opportunity for at least one (1) hour of actual work time.

22. LABOR-MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Beginning in 2016, on or about January and July, AFSCME representatives, Human Resources staff, and supervisors of the Public Works Department will meet to discuss issues affecting the AFSCME membership. Labor-Management meetings will not be mandatory; both parties agree that meetings will be held only if there are viable issues to discuss.

23. LIFE INSURANCE
Employees are provided $100,000 in life insurance coverage. Also see Death Benefit Section in this MOU.

24. LONGEVITY PAY
Employees are eligible for longevity pay as a one-time lump sum payout as follows:
 10 years of service - $500 paid in lump sum at time of anniversary.  15 years of service - $1,000 paid in lump sum at time of anniversary.  20 years of service - $1,500 paid in a lump sum at time of anniversary.  25 years of service - $2,000 paid in a lump sum at time of anniversary.  30 years of service - $2,500 paid in a lump sum at time of anniversary.  35 years of service - $3,000 paid in a lump sum at time of anniversary.  40 years of service - $3,500 paid in a lump sum at time of anniversary.  45 years of service - $4,000 paid in a lump sum at time of anniversary.

25. LUNCH BREAK (EXTENDED)
Four (4) times per year, at the Department Director’s discretion, employees who elect to attend City designated events will be authorized to receive a 1-hour lunch break (i.e., regular 30 minute unpaid lunch break plus an additional 30 minute lunch break with no time deducted from the employee’s accrued leave account). One of the four times per year in which this benefit will be provided has been pre-authorized for use by AFSCME for attendance by employees at a AFSCME meeting. AFSCME will provide the Department Director with fourteen (14) calendar days written advance notice of the date of the AFSCME meeting.

26. MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT
The City agrees to reimburse employees authorized by their Department Director for use of personal automobiles for City business. Employees must provide prior to any mileage reimbursement being paid, the required vehicle insurance verification.

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14 Vehicle insurance coverage must be provided annually and kept on file with the Human Resources/Risk Management Department to remain eligible for mileage reimbursement. If an employee does not maintain current vehicle insurance coverage, the Human Resources/Risk Management Department will notify the Department Director and Finance Department that the mileage reimbursement for the employee may not be paid until current vehicle coverage has been provided. The City uses the standard rate established by the Internal Revenue Service to calculate reimbursement for mileage.

27. OVERTIME
Overtime will be paid for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours in a seven (7) day work week.*

*Also see Regular Rate of Pay and Work Schedule Sections in this MOU.

28. RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE
For recommendation resulting in sworn Officer new hire as follows:
$2,000 @ hire + $500 @ completion of probation for entry level. $4,000 @ hire + $1,000 @ completion of probation for lateral.

For recommendation resulting in hire of Public Safety Dispatcher or Public Safety Dispatch Supervisor:
$2,000 @ hire + $500 @ time of completion of probation.

29. REGULAR RATE OF PAY
For purposes of determining the “regular rate” of pay in calculating Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) overtime, the “regular rate” of pay includes “all remuneration for employment paid to, or on behalf of, the employee” except payments specifically excluded under the FLSA (29 USC Section 207(e)). In addition to the base salary rate, compensation earned by the employee during the seven (7) day work period pursuant to the following provisions of this Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) will be included for purposes of determining the “regular rate” of pay:
 Acting Pay
 Additional Duty Pay
 Unused portions of the Benefit Bank received as cash
 Bilingual Pay
 Certification Pay
 Commercial Driver’s License Pay
 Longevity Pay
 Special Assignments Pay
 Standby Pay
 Work Boots and Work Shoes

For purposes of calculating the total hours actually worked in the work period, all hours taken as leave during the work period will continue to be deducted from total number of hours actually paid.
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15 See also Overtime and Work Schedule Sections of this MOU.

30. REHIRE POLICY
An employee who resigns from City employment and at the time of resignation is eligible for rehire, and who is, in fact, rehired later than six (6) months after the effective date of resignation and then employed in their former classification, or in a position within the classification series held at the time of resignation and in a comparable or lower rank, will serve the same probationary period that any new hire would otherwise serve and will be otherwise subject to all terms and conditions of employment applicable to any newly hired employee. The only exception will be that any employee rehired will have their seniority level and leave accrual rates determined based upon the number of years of service with the City of Chino prior to their resignation.

Employees rehired by the City under the City’s Rehire Policy will be allowed to buy back any time cashed out at time of separation. This buy back will be at the hourly rate existing upon rehire. Sick Leave on record at the time of separation that was not compensated for, will be reinstated.

31. RESPONSE TO DOCUMENTS PLACED IN EMPLOYEE PERSONNEL FILE An employee is limited to thirty (30) calendar days from service of an adverse document in which to respond to said document placed in their Personnel File. If the employee, or the employee’s representative, requires additional time to prepare a response, either party may, in writing, notify the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management and an additional thirty (30) days extension will be granted.

32. RETIREMENT
Retirement Plans – The City has a three-tier retirement plan as follows:

A. Employees hired before the contract amendment with CalPERS, effective October 16, 2011, will continue to be eligible for the 2.7% at age 55 Plan with the single highest year final compensation.

B. Employees hired on or after the contract amendment with CalPERS, effective October 16, 2011, will be enrolled in the 2% at age 55 Plan with a 3-year average final compensation.

C. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, will be enrolled in the 2% at age 62 (PEPRA) Plan with a 3-year average final compensation.

Member Contribution to CalPERS
Members will contribute the employee rate of contributions each payroll. All employee paid contributions to CalPERS will be made on a pre-tax basis, in accordance with IRS Section 414 (h)(2) and PERS guidelines:

A. 2.7% at 55, if hired before October 16, 2011:
1) Employee contribution rate – 8% of reportable compensation.

B. 2% at 55, if hired on or after October 16, 2011:
1) Employee contribution rate – 7% of reportable compensation.

C. 2% at age 62 (PEPRA) if entering CalPERS membership on or after January 1, 2013:
1) Employee contribution rate – 7.25% of reportable compensation (subject to change).
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16 Fourth Level 1959 Survivor Benefit – The City will pay all costs associated with this benefit.

33. SAFETY INCENTIVE PROGRAM
For any 3-month period, using the quarters of July – September; October – December; January – March; and, April – June, that eligible employees, as a group, experience no work-related illness or injury, except for that requiring first aid treatment, affected employees will be credited with paid time off equal to five (5) hours. This paid time off will be placed in a leave bank which may be used at a time of the employee’s choosing within a one (1) year period. Any hours remaining in this leave bank after a one (1) year period will be removed from the records without further consideration. This leave bank is not eligible to be converted to cash at any time. Injuries that arise out of no-fault by the City employee will not affect this incentive. “No fault” will be determined by the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management after reviewing recommendations from the Deputy Director of Development Services and/or the Public Works Services Manager.

34. SALARY ADJUSTMENTS (Overpayments, Recovery, and Underpayments):

All adjustments to an employee’s salary will be made at the start of the pay period in which the salary adjustment becomes effective.

A. Overpayments
In situations involving overpayment to an employee by the City, the employee shall be obliged to repay by payroll deduction the amount of the overpayment. The repayment shall occur within the same time frame the overpayment was received by the employee or sooner. For example, if the overpayment was made over the course of six (6) months, the employee shall be given six (6) months to repay the overpayment.

Written documentation showing the calculations of the overpayment will be provided to the employee. A meeting may be requested by the employee with the Human Resources/Risk Management and Finance Departments to review the documentation and to discuss the recovery schedule. The repayment schedule, biweekly repayment amount or alternative repayment method will be documented in writing.

Extensions to the period for repayment of the overage or an alternative repayment method may be requested by the employee and are subject to the approval of the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management or their designee. Extensions will be approved only in the case of extreme hardship, and the extended period for repayment will not be longer than one and one half (1 ½) times as long as the overpayment period.

B. Recovery
If the employee leaves employment prior to the repayment of the overage, the City shall recover the amount owed from the employee’s final pay. If the amount owed is greater than the employee’s final pay, the City may initiate a collections process against the employee.

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17 C. Underpayments
In situations involving underpayment to an employee by the City, the employee shall receive the balance due within the next pay period for which the adjustment can be made, following timely submission of appropriate documentation and necessary approval of the compensation change.

35. SEPARATION FROM CITY
At the discretion and approval of the Department Director, employees may be allowed to extend their last day of employment using leave time (vacation, holiday, or comp) one (1) pay period beyond that day on which the employee actually reports to work. Sick leave may not be used for extension unless accompanied by a physician’s orders.

36. SICK LEAVE
Upon hire, employees will be credited with thirty (30) hours or three (3) days of Sick Leave, whichever is greater, which can be used following the completion of ninety (90) days of continuous full-time employment. Following the 90th day of employment, for each calendar month in which the employee is paid for more than two-thirds (2/3) of the working days in such month, employees accrue ten (10) hours of Sick Leave per month up to a maximum accrual of one thousand eighty (1,080) hours.

If an employee changes status (e.g. changes from full-time to part-time employment), or separates from this bargaining group, the employee will be subject to the new bargaining group’s MOU or Summary of Benefits.

Upon notice of resignation or retirement from the City, any Sick Leave usage requested will require a doctor’s note or certification. If documentation is not received, the employee will not receive payment of any Sick Leave hours for time missed from work.

37. SICK LEAVE HIRING INCENTIVE
A new employee may be credited with up to two hundred (200) hours of Sick Leave as long as the prior employer did not compensate the employee for these Sick Leave hours at the amount proposed or greater. New employees will be required to provide proof that the sick leave hours were not cashed out by presenting their last pay stub or written verification from their prior employer’s Payroll Division.

38. SICK LEAVE BUY-BACK
At separation of employment the City will buy back a percentage of the employee’s accrued Sick Leave hours, at the hourly base rate of pay at the time of separation. This benefit is contingent upon non-retirement, non-disciplinary separation, and completion of five (5) years of full-time City service. The percentage of Sick Leave Buy Back is:

Completed Years of Service % of Sick Leave Converted to Compensation 5 years 30%
10 years 35%
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18 15 years 40%
20 or more years 45%

The City will buy back accrued Sick Leave at 100% for any service or disability retirement following five (5) years of continuous full-time service with the City as the final employer.

39. SICK LEAVE CONVERSION TO PERSONAL LEAVE
For employees who have earned Sick Leave accrual benefits for one (1) full fiscal year, Sick Leave may be converted to Personal Leave in accordance with the following schedule:

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12 days (120 hrs) 0 8 days (64 hrs) 0+64+56=120 hrs
11 days (110 hrs) 1 day (10 hrs) 7 days (56 hrs) 10+56+54=120 hrs 10 days (100 hrs) 2 days (20 hrs) 6 days (48 hrs) 20+48+52=120 hrs 9 days (90 hrs) 3 days (30 hrs) 5 days (40 hrs) 30+40+50=120 hrs 8 days (80 hrs) 4 days (40 hrs) 4 days (32 hrs) 40+32+48=120 hrs 7 days (70 hrs) 5 days (50 hrs) 3 days (24 hrs) 50+24+46=120 hrs 6 days (60 hrs) 6 days (60 hrs) 2 days (16 hrs) 60+16+44=120 hrs

Personal Leave must be taken as time off with Department Director approval and may not be carried from one fiscal year to another. Personal Leave that is not used will be credited to Sick Leave at the end of a fiscal year if said credited hours do not exceed the one thousand eighty (1,080) hours Sick Leave limit.

40. SICK LEAVE PROGRAM
Employees having in excess of nine hundred and sixty (960) hours of accumulated Sick Leave on the last pay period in June will be paid in the final paycheck of the fiscal year, an amount computed at the then existing hourly rate for each hour in excess of nine hundred and sixty (960) hours, up to a maximum of fifty six (56) hours.

41. SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS
Employees will be subject to mandatory transfers into “Special Assignments” to meet the operational needs of the City (excepting positions requiring an official Police Background be conducted, which remain subject to voluntary transfer). Training will be provided, as needed, to assist in the transition of acquiring new duties and responsibilities. If an employee has a specific concern relative to the “Special Assignment” they have been chosen to fill, a discussion will be held that may include the affected employee, their representative, the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management and any other relevant party.

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19 An employee will experience no change in compensation if the “Special Assignment” is deemed to be set at a lower pay grade than the employee is currently earning. If an employee is placed in a position at a higher pay grade than the employee is currently earning, this will be deemed to be “Acting Duty” and will be compensated in accordance with the City’s Rules regarding “Acting Duty” status. The period over which “Acting Duty” can be continued will not be limited by the timeline set in the Personnel Rules. An employee on “Special Assignment” will not be placed on probationary status. The length of time to be worked in a “Special Assignment” is undetermined; however, an employee, or their representative, may periodically request a status report as to the anticipated continuation of their “Special Assignment” job.

An employee demonstrating a bonafide inability to perform the duties of the “Special Assignment” (i.e., not performing at a satisfactory level or better) will not be subject to termination if said substandard performance is based on a lack of job skill or a disability.

42. STANDBY PAY AND CALL BACK TO DUTY COMPENSATION
Three (3) hours of straight time compensation per twenty four (24) hours of Standby duty are provided. Employees who are required to be on Standby duty will be paid at one and one-half (1- 1/2) times their hourly base rate of pay with a two (2) hour minimum guarantee for actual time worked in response to a Call Back while on Standby duty. A maximum of thirty (30) minutes driving time each way is included within actual time worked.

On City-designated holidays, the employees will be paid four (4) hours of straight time compensation per twenty four (24) hours of Standby duty and paid at one and one-half (1-1/2) times their hourly base rate of pay with a four (4) hour minimum guarantee for actual time worked in response to a Call Back. A maximum of thirty (30) minutes driving time each way is included within actual time worked.

Pre-scheduled service checks, authorized by the Department Director or their designee, will be paid at the rate of one and one-half (1-1/2) times and has no effect on the Standby pay. Work hours for pre-scheduled service checks will not include time spent in traveling to and from the worksite unless a duty vehicle has been assigned for purposes of responding to Call Back.

43. TOOL ALLOWANCE
Employees holding the position classification of Equipment Mechanic and Lead Equipment Mechanic will receive reimbursement for replacement tools or specialty tools approved by their supervisor prior to the purchase of the tool. Employees are required to submit a receipt for reimbursement. Employee may receive reimbursement of up to a maximum of one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500) per fiscal year.

44. TRAINING FOR COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE
Employees who must keep a Class “A”, Class “B” or Class “C” with Hazmat Endorsement, also known as a Commercial Drivers’ License, as part of their job requirements will be provided with training by the City. The determination as to whether training will be provided onsite or elsewhere during regular work hours at the City’s expense, will be solely at the discretion of the City. The 106
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20 City takes no responsibility for the employee passing the necessary tests to qualify for a Commercial Driver’s License and provision of this benefit does not guarantee an employee regular placement in a position if the employee does not qualify and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License prior to the end of their probationary period.

45. TUITION ADVANCE PROGRAM
Full-time, non-probationary employees who desire to enroll in an accredited college/university degree program or professional development course, are eligible for tuition advancement up to a maximum of three thousand five hundred dollars ($3,500) per fiscal year. A Tuition Advancement Form must be received by the Human Resources/Risk Management Department for review and approval before and advance will be provided. Budgeted funds must be available to cover tuition advance and no expenditure beyond the approved budget allocation will be authorized to cover any amount of any employee’s educational expenses.

The non-probationary status requirement does not pertain to those employees who are considered to hold probationary status due to a promotion into a new position in the City. Affected employees are required to complete one year of service with the City from the date of completion of course work to be eligible for this benefit. Individuals voluntarily separating from the City prior to completion of one year of service with the City from date of completion of course work will be required to reimburse the City for funds advanced to them under this program. Said reimbursement shall be deducted from any separation check to be distributed to the employee, no matter what the nature of the funds, without the necessity of a judgement being mandated on behalf of the City.

A college or university shall be defined as an institution accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WASC), the Accrediting Commission of Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), Middle State Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), New England Association of Colleges and Schools (NEASC) or an institution listed on the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Other accreditations may be eligible upon review by the Human Resources/Risk Management Department.

Advanceable expenses will include books, tuition, parking and registration/enrollment fees. All required fees such as health fees, “gym” fees and other miscellaneous fees, whether billed as “tuition” or otherwise required of the institution are eligible. Items such as paper, pens, notebooks, and printing fees will not be eligible.

Employees agree that upon accepting a tuition advance from the City, the employee is responsible to provide the City with verification of completion of class(es), grade(s) and receipts for expenses within sixty (60) calendar days from the date of final course work (as indicated on the request for tuition advance form submitted by the employee). In the event that the educational institution attended does not provide the employee with verification of completion or grades or receipts within this sixty (60) calendar days timeframe, the employee is responsible to notify the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management, in writing, of such and an additional sixty (60) calendar days extension will be granted. In the event that an employee does not provide verification of 107
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21 completion of class(es), grade(s) and receipts for expenses at the end of either the initial sixty (60) calendar days or at the end of the extension of an additional sixty (60) calendar days (to 120 calendar days total), the City will have the right to automatically make a payroll deduction from the employee's next regular payroll check in an amount equal to the amount of tuition funds advanced.

46. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – ENHANCED PROGRAM
Employees who have incurred otherwise reimbursable tuition cost in an amount greater than the maximum amount available shall be eligible to receive additional reimbursement to the extent that tuition reimbursement funds are available at the end of each fiscal year. No such distribution will be made until the conclusion of the fiscal year in order to verify the number of employees making application for the enhanced benefit. Employees must submit a tuition reimbursement invoice to the Human Resources/Risk Management Department no later than May 1st of each year in order to participate in this Enhanced Program.

It shall remain the individual employee’s responsibility to apply for and receive written authorization to participate in a tuition reimbursable course prior to any such enrollment.

47. UNIFORMED PERSONNEL
Refer to attached Exhibit A for eligibility. Employees agree to accept only those uniforms needed and to return any unused uniforms to the City. Shirts, pants, sweatshirts, jackets and hats shall be returned to the employee’s Department supervisor for replacement as needed.

Also see Work Boots & Work Shoes Section in this MOU.

48. UNION BUSINESS:

Union members are provided with twenty four (24) hours of paid leave per fiscal year, to attend training or other related business in the interests of AFSCME, at times authorized by the City. In years during which negotiations for a successor MOU occurs, an additional six (6) hours for a total of thirty (30) hours of paid leave will be made available to AFSCME members. These hours do not accumulate and cannot be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.

49. UNION REPRESENTATION – REQUEST FOR DECERTIFICATION:

The City will amend its language as found in Resolution 85-53 to read as follows:

A Decertification petition alleging that the incumbent recognized employee organization no longer represents a majority of employees in the recognized unit must be filed with the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management no later than six (6) months (180 days) prior to the expiration of the Memorandum of Understanding then in effect. A Decertification Petition must be filed by two (2) or more employees or their representative, or an employee organization, and will contain the following information and documentation declared by the duly authorized signatory under penalty of perjury to be true, correct and complete:

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22 b. The name of the established represented unit and the incumbent recognized employee organization sought to be decertified as the representative of that unit. c. Proof that the incumbent recognized employee organization no longer represents more than 50% of the employees in the represented unit, and any other relevant and material facts, including verification that more than 50% of the represented unit no longer desire to be represented by the recognized employee organization.

Such proof will be submitted for verification to the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management. All signatures on the Decertification Petition will indicate the date when signed by the employees. All signatures on the Petition will be obtained within one month (30 days) prior to filing the Decertification Petition with the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management.

If an accompanying Request for Recognition is filed, and decertification of the incumbent recognized employee organization is made, such documentation will also determine the wishes of employees as to the question of representation.

50. VACATION LEAVE
Maximum accrual of Vacation is four hundred (400) hours. Upon separation from City employment, accrued Vacation will be paid at the employee’s then existing hourly rate of pay.

New employees with less than six (6) months of City service are ineligible to receive Vacation Leave Conversion. It is the responsibility of employees to schedule Vacation time off for rest and recuperation in order that earned Vacation time in excess of four hundred (400) hours will not be removed from the records.

Months of Completed Service Annual Vacation Accrual
6-24 12 days p/year (10.0000 hours p/month)
25-48 15 days p/year (12.5000 hours p/month)
49-108 18 days p/year (15.0000 hours p/month)
109-120 19 days p/year (15.8333 hours p/month)
121+ 20 days p/year (16.6666 hours p/month)

51. VACATION LEAVE BUY BACK
At separation or retirement, 100% of accrued Vacation Leave, to a maximum of four hundred (400) hours, will be paid at the employee’s existing base rate of pay. New employees with less than six (6) months of service are ineligible to receive Vacation Leave Buy Back.

52. VACATION LEAVE CONVERSION
Employees who have accrued a minimum of one hundred and twenty (120) hours of Vacation Leave may convert a maximum of eighty (80) hours of Vacation Leave to pay per fiscal year.

Employees may convert leave to pay in April and/or November of each year, calculated at the employee’s hourly base rate of pay at the time of conversion. Six (6) months prior to date of conversion, half the number of accrued leave hours requested excluding Sick Leave, must have been taken as time off. Note: usage requirement will be waived for “activated” military personnel.

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23 53. WORK BOOTS AND WORK SHOES
All employees covered under this agreement will receive a three hundred dollar ($300) allowance in their first paycheck in January. These funds will be used by the employee for the purchase of safety-rated work boots or work shoes. Employees are required to wear and maintain work boots/work shoes in conformance with OSHA regulations and City appearance standards.

54. WORK SCHEDULE
The City shall establish work schedules as may be necessary for efficient and economical provision of services for the public and to make such adjustments in work schedules as are, from time to time, required.

The Fair Labor Standards Act defines a work period as a regularly recurring period of one hundred and sixty eight (168) hours in seven consecutive 24-hour periods. The 7-day work period need not coincide with the calendar week. For purposes of this Agreement, the 7-day work period begins at midnight each Monday and ends at 11:59 pm the following Sunday.

Employees of this Union shall work a forty (40) hour work week under either a 4/10, 9/80 or 5/40 schedule.

 Employees assigned a 4/10 work schedule shall work four (4) consecutive work days of ten (10) working hours each excluding the meal period, followed by three (3) consecutive days off.
 Employees assigned a 9/80 work schedule shall work eight (8) work days of nine (9) hours each, and one (1) day of eight (8) hours, exclusive of the meal period. The designated Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) workweek shall begin exactly four hours after the start of their 8-hour shift on the day of the week that corresponds with the employee’s alternating regular day off.
 Employees assigned a 5/40 work schedule shall work a week of five (5) consecutive work days of eight (8) hours each within a seven (7) day period and two (2) consecutive days off.

Also see Overtime and Regular Rate of Pay Sections in this MOU.

55. WORKERS’ COMPENSATION PROGRAM
Whenever any employee of the City is disabled whether temporarily or permanently by injury or illness arising out of, and in the course of, their duties the employee will be compensated as follows: On the first, second, and third day of the injury employees will use accrued Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Floating Holiday Leave, and/or Compensatory Time off for full salary continuance.

Commencing the fourth day of the injury, the City will continue the employee’s salary at a rate of 66-2/3% of the current monthly salary, less any applicable deductions (i.e., credit union, health insurance coverage), for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months. If the disability extends for a period beyond 14 calendar days the City will credit the employee for the first three (3) days of 110
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24 Sick Leave used. If hospitalization is required the first, second, and third days salary is paid by the City through the Workers’ Compensation program.

56. WORKERS’ COMPENSATION PREMIUM PAYMENT
In the event that a work-related illness or injury results in a permanent disability settlement, the City will provide a 10% premium benefit payment provided the following occurs:
 That the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board approves the total settlement, including the 10% premium benefit.
 That neither a “Notice of Claim” nor “Application for Adjudication of Claim” will have been filed or served against the City of Chino.
 That the injured employee has diligently sought medical attention as prescribed by the treating physician(s) approved by the City.
 That the injured employee and the City have employed the guidance of the State Department of Industrial Relations Office of Information and Assistance to resolve any outstanding issues or misunderstandings.

Representation is a legal right recognized by statutory law. Nothing precludes an employee from retaining legal counsel or representation; however, the premium benefit offered is only available in cases handled without the involvement of legal counsel. This is done in recognition of the cost savings that result in non-litigated cases that can be passed on to the ill or injured worker.

57. SAVINGS CLAUSE
Should any clause in this Memorandum of Understanding be held invalid by law and/or a court of competent jurisdiction, then only that clause will be stricken and the remainder of the Memorandum of Understanding will remain in full force and effect. The City and AFSCME will immediately commence to negotiate for the purpose of replacing any invalid or illegal provision.

However, no such replacement is mandated.

58. MAINTENANCE OF EXISTING BENEFITS
All wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment not specifically altered by this Agreement and presently enjoyed by the employees will remain in full force and effect during the term of this agreement unless mutually agreed to the contrary by both the City and AFSCME or determined by law and/or a court of competent jurisdiction to be unlawful.

59. IMPLEMENTATION
The terms of this Memorandum of Understanding are subject to consideration and approval by the City Manager of the City of Chino and will only be implemented upon adoption by the City Council.

AFSCME proposals for the next agreement are requested to be served on the City by no later than April 15 of each year

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25 60. TERM OF AGREEMENT
Except where expressly stated otherwise herein, the City and AFSCME agree that the provisions of this Memorandum of Understanding shall be effective on July 1, 2025, and shall expire on June 30, 2027.

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MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

POLICE DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: KEVIN MENSEN, CHIEF OF POLICE

SUBJECT
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Live Entertainment Permit Renewal for Casa Diaz.

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RECOMMENDATION
Approval of a Live Entertainment Permit renewal for the Casa Diaz at 7041 Schaefer Avenue, for a period of 12 months, subject to quarterly review of satisfactory compliance with terms, conditions, and restrictions of the permit.
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FISCAL IMPACT
No Fiscal Impact.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026
TITLE: LIVE ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT RENEWAL FOR CASA DIAZ.

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BACKGROUND
Casa Diaz Restaurant, located at 7041 Schaefer Ave nue, Suite A -D, submitted a Live Entertainment Permit that was approved by the City Council in 2023 for a 12 -month period, which was renewed in late 2024 . Th is renewal request is for the continuation of a live band Sunday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, that includes a DJ and/or a 5/6-person live band.

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
Pursuant to the Chino Municipal Code, Title 5 Business Licenses and Regulations, Chapter

5.20, Live Entertainment, 5.20.005 – 5.20.080, the Chino Police Department processed the original application, which included an administrative investig ation of the applicant’s business.

The investigation also included reviewing the application for completeness, verifying the identity of the owner and manager and a review of calls for service at the location. The investigation did not result in any immed iate disqualifying information being located with regard to the business owner.

Since approval in 2023, including the subsequent renewal, no incidents have been reported.

Therefore, it is recommended the attached agreed upon conditions of the L ive Entertainment Permit be renewed for a period of 12 months to Casa Diaz.

Attachment – Terms, Conditions and Restrictions – Live Entertainment

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Chino Police Department

Terms, Conditions and Restrictions – Live Entertainment

Applicant: Casa Diaz
Address: 7041 Schaefer Avenue Ste A-D, Chino, CA 91710
Scope of Live Entertainment: Live music on Sunday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

1. No sound from the live entertainment to be audible beyond the premises under control of the permittee. Doors must be kept closed during time when music is being pla yed if entertainment takes p lace inside the restaurant (does not apply to entertai nment taking place on exterior patio). Should complaints arise from any area directly affected by the entertainment, the permittee shall use sound judgment to address the pr oblem to the City’s satisfaction or cease the live entertainment.

2. The permit tee must comply with State a nd Count y regulations and up to-date San Bernardino County Department of Public Health guidelines.

3. The permittee is responsible for clean up of all rubbish, refuse, trash, and materials left behind by its patrons of the establishment at the close of business.

4. The permittee is responsible to ensure no loitering of patrons (either intended, present or past) occurs outside the permittee’s premises.

5. The permittee must provide adequate lighting on the exterior of the premises, wi thin the guidelines of app licable code s and standards, which illuminates the area used by patrons of the establishment and which affords law enforcement officers easy viewing of the premises to the front and rear. The lights must remain on 30 minutes past closing.

6. This Live Enter tainment permit will be reviewed quarterly from the time of issuance, monitoring all said conditions are being met.

7. The permittee must report all criminal activity to the Chino Police Department immediately.

8. The permit tee shall have a copy of their Liv e En tertainment permit along with the corresponding conditions posted in plain view in an area accessible by City officials.

9. The permittee must maintain a current and active ABC license at all times.

10. The permittee shall follow and strictly enforce all regulations and conditions pertaining to their current Alcoholic Beverage Control license.

11. This permit shall allow Live Entertainmen t no more than Sunday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

12. The permittee agrees to notify the Chino Police Department and seek approva l of any “Special Events” or promotions 30 days prior to the event.

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13. The permittee agrees not to exceed posted occupancy load.

14. Any modification to the Live Entertainmen t frequency shall require review and approval by City staff.

15. The permittee will specifically not allow music, narrative performances or any other fo rm of entertainment that incites or glorifies violence or vulgar disrespect towards ethnic group, gender, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Furthermore, the permittee will not all ow any form of entertai nment tha t promotes or glorifies street ga ngs, gang violence, gang membership or violence towards law enforcement.

16. This facility is prohibited fro m having “Adult-oriented Performers” or allowing any guests to be “Nude” or in a “st ate of nudity” or “Semi -nude” or in a “state of semi -nudity.” This includes the display of undergarments and the display of breasts or genitals through wet clothing.

17. The facility will be subject to inspection by designated City officials at any time foo d service is being provided; regardless of if the event/activity is open to the public.

18. All said conditions are applicable to dining and entertain ment open to both the public as well as private parties.

19. All violations of the terms, conditions and restric tions may result i n the Chief of Police revoking this permit.

Acknowledgement of Terms, Conditions and Restrictions

I have read and agree to the Terms, Condition s, and Restrictions put forth by the Chino Police Department concerning a Live Entertainment Permit. I understand that the Terms, Conditions, and Re strictions will be effective for the duration of the Live Entertainment Permit issued by City of Chino Business Licensing.

Signature Date

Printed Name

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MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: HYE JIN LEE, PE, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS

SUBJECT
..titl e
Notice of Completion for Rehabilitation of Wells 12, 14, and 17 (WA212 & WA214) with General Pump Company, Inc.
..end

RECOMMENDATION
1) Accept work performed for Rehabilitation of Wells 12, 14, and 17 with General Pump Company, Contract No. 2022-242 as complete; 2) authorize the Director of Public Works to file the Notice of Completion on behalf of the City of Chino; and 3) authorize the release of retention funds following the 30-day period.
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FISCAL IMPACT
The contract was completed within the City Council approved budget. The remaining funds will be returned to the Water Fund 520 balance.

The following is a summary of the final contract costs.

Rehabilitation of Wells 12, 14, & 17 Contract Contingency Original Contract & Contingency $2,936,100.00 $293,610.00 Contract Change Order No. 1 ($493,925.00) $0.00
Contract Change Order No. 2 $21,173.50 ($21,173.50)
Final Contract Amount & Unused Contingency $2,463,348.50 $272,436.50

Revenue: Click or tap here to enter text.

Expenditure: 5207310 – 48009 – WA212 | WA214
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026
TITLE: NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR REHABILITATION OF WELLS 12, 14, AND 17 (WA212 & WA214) WITH GENERAL PUMP COMPANY, INC.

PAGE: 2

BACKGROUND
Well 12 is located at the Phillips Ave Reservoir site. It has been inactive since 2018 due to poor water quality (i.e. 123 TCP).

Well 14 is located at the State Street Reservoir/Treatment Plant. It has been inactive for more than 20 years . The well was taken out of service due to poor water quality with multiple contaminants including high nitrate levels.

Well 17 was drilled in 2006, locat ed at the Eastside Water Treatment Plant. However, it was not equipped for pumping.

Before bringing inactive Wells 12, and 14, into use with State Street Water Treatment Plant (WA212) and Well 17 Equipping (WA214) projects for Eastside Water Treatment Plant, the City initiated a CIP project to rehabilitate all three wells.

On January 4, 2022, the City Council awarded Construction Contract No. 2022 -242 to General Pump Company, Inc. (GP) for the Rehabilitation of Wells 12, 14, and 17 for $2,936,100.

Since July 2023, GP has continued periodically pumping all three wells to limit biological growth on the well casing walls prior to construction of permanent pumps.

On May 6, 2025, City Council awarded Construction Contract No. 2025 -264 to Pacific Hydrotech C orporation for the State Street Water Treatment Plant (WA212). The contract includes the contractor’s responsibility to maintain Well 12 and Well 14 prior to installing permanent pumps and connecting them to the City’s new water treatment plant.

In Summer 2026, the City plans to advertise Well 17 Equipping (WA214) for construction. The contract will include equipping Well 17 with a permanent pump for operational use and connecting it to the existing Eastside Water Treatment Plant at the same site. With the construction phase approaching, GP will no longer be contracted to maintain Well 17.

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
All work has been completed per the terms of the original construction contract and approved change orders. Change Order No. 1 updated the scope of work to include installation of temporary well pumps, equipment to perform maintenance flushing activities, and adjusting contract bid items to reflect a reduced project scope. Change Order No. 2 is the final balancing change order addressing changes in quantities to reflect actual work performed.

General Pump Company, Inc. has complied with the terms of the co ntract. A Notice of Completion has been prepared for filing with the San Bernardino County Recorder’s Office. The retention funds will be released following the 30-day period.

Attachments: Exhibit A – Project Vicinity Map
Exhibit B – Notice of Completion

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RECORDING REQUESTED BY
City of Chino
Public Works Department
P.O. Box 667
Chino, CA 91708

AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO

City Clerk
City of Chino
P.O. Box 667
Chino, CA 91708-0667

APN# 1014-042-10 (W12), 1011-241-18 (W14),
1053-111-03 (W17)
SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER’S USE

NOTICE OF COMPLETION

CITY OF CHINO, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA

Notice is hereby given that:

1. The undersigned is owner of the interest or estate stated below in the property hereinafter described.

2. The full name of the undersigned is City of Chino

3. The full address of the undersigned is 13220 Central Avenue, Chino, CA 91710

4. The nature of the title of the undersigned is: In fee (If other than fee, strike “In fee” and insert, for example, “purchaser under contract of purchase” or “lessee”)

5. The full names and full addresses of all persons, if any, who hold title with the undersigned are:

Names Addresses

N/A

6. The names of the predecessors in interest of the undersigned, if the property was transferred subsequent to the commencement of the work of improvement herein referred to:

Names Addresses

N/A N/A
(If no transfer made, insert “none”)

7. A work of improvement on the property hereinafter described was completed on February 27, 2026

8. The name of the contractor, if any, for such work of improvement was:

General Pump Company
(If no contractor for work of improvement as a whole, insert “none”)

9. The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of Chino, County of San Bernardino, State of California, and is described as follows:

Well Rehabilitation Project for Wells 12, 14, & 17. For public utility properties within the boundaries of Contract No. 2022-242.

10. The street address of said property is 5251 Philips Blvd., Chino (W12), 10762 S. Benson Ave., Montclair (W14), 7537 Schaefer Ave., Ontario (W17)
(If no street address has been officially assigned, insert “none”)

SIGNATURE OF OWNER NAMED IN PARAGRAPH 2: DATE: April 7, 2026 Hye Jin Lee, Public Works Director

CERTIFICATION FOR NOTICE OF COMPLETION

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO )ss

CITY OF CHINO )

I HEREBY CERTIFY that I am the City Engineer/ Deputy Director of Public Works for the City of Chino. I have read the foregoing Notice of Completion and know the contents thereof; and I certify that the same is true of my own knowledge.

I declare under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on April 7, 2026, at City of Chino, California

Albert Espinoza,
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MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

POLICE DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: KEVIN MENSEN, CHIEF OF POLICE

SUBJECT
..titl e
Assembly Bill (AB) 481 - Funding, Acquisition, and Use Policy. ..end

RECOMMENDATION
..recommendation
1) Conduct a Public Hearing and 2) approve the introduction of Ordinance No. 2026 -003, approving the Chino Police Department's "Military Equipment" Use Policy per the requirements of Assembly Bill (AB) 481, to be read by number and title only and waive further reading of the ordinance.
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FISCAL IMPACT
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Revenue:

Expenditure:

Transfer In: Transfer Out:
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TITLE: ASSEMBLY BILL (AB) 481 - FUNDING, ACQUISITION, AND USE POLICY.

PAGE: 2

BACKGROUND
Effective January 1, 2022, Assembly Bill (AB) 481 requires all California law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of the applicable governing body (Mayor and City Council), by adoption of a “military equipment” use policy prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of “military equipment”, as defined.

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
AB 481 is misleading in the use of the term “military equipment.” The Chino Police Department does not use equipment obtained from the military. The Chino Police Department does not participate in the 1033 program for procuring surplus military equipment. The acquisition and implementation of each tool the department uses is designed to help officers deescalate, create distance, increase safety, and most importantly assist in the preservation of human life.

Assembly Bill (AB) 481 requires each law enforcement agency's governing body to adopt a written military use policy by ordinance in addition to other requirements by the bill. The following are required:
 Publish the draft militar y equipment use policy to the Police Department’s website 30 days ahead of a public hearing to approve the policy.  Obtain approval by the applicable governing body (Mayor and City Council), by adoption of a military equipment use policy prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as defined. (See definitions below)
 Publish an annual report by the law enforcement agency to include each type of military equipment approved by the governing body.
 Annual review of the military equipment use ordinance by the governing body, and option to either disapprove a renewal of a type of military equipment or amend the military equipment use policy if it determines that the military equipment does not comply with standards for approval.
 Hold at least one well -publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual military equipment report.

AB 481 designates the following categories of items as military equipment:
 Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.  Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers.  High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached.
 Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants.  Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.  Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.  Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature.

This does not include a handheld, one-person ram.
 Firearms and ammunition of .50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
 Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code § 30515, with the exception of standard-issue firearms. 127
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026
TITLE: ASSEMBLY BILL (AB) 481 - FUNDING, ACQUISITION, AND USE POLICY.

PAGE: 3

 Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.  Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools.  Munitions containing tear gas or OC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray.
 Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, long- range acoustic devices (LRADs), acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons.  Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
 Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.

To meet the requirements of AB 481, the Chino Police Department has drafted a policy and ordinance which has been reviewed by the City Attorney.

Prior to obtaining approval by the City Council, AB 481 also requires the police department to post the draft ordinance, policy and equipment list on our website which can be found here:
<https://www.cityofchino.org/269/Policies-Procedures-SB-978>

Additionally, AB 481 requires the department to host a community engagement meeting which was hosted on Friday, Mar ch 27, 2026, at the Chino Police Department. This meeting was advertised at least 30-days in advance and community members had the opportunity to discuss funding, acquisition, and our use of “military equipment,” as defined by AB 481.

Attachment: Ordinance 2026-003 Chino Police Department Lexipol Policy “Military Equipment” Inventory List

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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-003

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

CHINO, CALIFORNIA APPROVING THE UPDATED CHINO
POLICE DEPARTMENT’S MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY
WHEREAS, on September 30, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 481 (creating Government Code Section 7070, et seq.), relating to use of military equipment by California law enforcement agencies; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 seeks to provide transparenc y, oversight, and an opportunity for meaningful public input on decisions regarding whether and how military equipment is funded, acquired, or used; and
WHEREAS, the Chino Police Department is in possession of certain items of equipment that qualify under the broad definition of “military equipment” under AB 481; and WHEREAS, AB 481 requires that a law enforcement agency possessing and using such qualifying equipment prepare a publicly released and written military equipment use policy document covering the inventory, description, purpose, use, acquisition, maintenance, fiscal impacts, procedures, training, oversight, and complaint process, applicable to the Department’s use of such equipment; and
WHEREAS, Lexipol Policy 70 5 “The Use of Military Equipment as defined by AB 481,” was published on the Chino Police Department’s internet website on February 12, 2026. The same was presented to Chino City Council on April 7, 2026 and adopted on April 21, 2026; and WHEREAS, the Policy and supporting information must be approved by the governing body by ordinance, and reviewed annually; and
WHEREAS, on March 16, 2026, the City Police Department published on the Chino Police Department’s internet website the opportunity for any members of the public to attend a community engagement meeting on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in the Chino Police Department Community Room and discuss the proposed updates to the Military Equipment Use Policy; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Chino, having received the information required under AB 481 regarding the Chino Police Department’s use of “military equipment” as defined in said law, deems it to be in the best interest of the City to approve updates to the Military Equipment Use Policy as set forth herein.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO DOES H EREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council finds that the above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. City Council hereby approves and adopts the following:
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Military Equipment Policy.
(a) The City Council has made the following determinations:
(1) The military equipment inventoried and presented to the City Council is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety;
(2) The proposed updated military equipment use policy attached hereto as Exhibit “A” (“Policy”) will safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties; (3) The equipment described in the Policy is reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety (if any);
(4) Prior military equipment use complied with the applicable equipment use policy (which included equipment now defined as military equipment) that was in effect at the time, or if prior uses did not comply with the accompanying Policy, corrective action has been taken to remedy nonconforming uses and ensure futur e compliance by way of the adoption of the Policy by this Ordinance.
(b) The Chino Police Department has made the Policy available on the Police Department’s website for at least 30 days prior to the public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue and described in the Policy and provided an opportunity for any members of the public to attend a community engagement meeting on Monday, March 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. in the Chino Police Department Community Room and discuss the proposed updates to the Military Equipment Use Policy.
(c) The Policy was considered by the City Council as an agenda item in an open session of a regular meeting, noticed in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, at which public comment was permitted.
(d) The Policy shall be made publicly available on the Police Department’s website for as long as the military equipment is available for use.
(e) The Chino Police Department shall submit an annual military equipment report to the City Council, containing the information required in Government Code Section 7072, and the City Council shall determine whether each type of military equipment identified in that report has complied with the standards for approval set forth in (a)(1)-(4) above. (f) The City Council shall review this Ordinance, and vote on whether to renew it, on an annual basis at a regular meeting, in accordance with Government Code Section 7071(e)(2). (g) The City Council approves the use of the Policy and finds that it satisfies the requirements of Government Code Section 7070(d).

SECTION 3. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute this Ordinance on behalf of the City of Chino forthwith upon its adoption.

SECTION 4. The Deputy City Clerk shall certify as to the passag e of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published and/or posted at the designated locations in the City of Chino.
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SECTION 5. This ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days following its adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this ___ day of April, 2026

Eunice M. Ulloa, Mayor
ATTEST:

City Clerk

Attachments incorporated by reference:

1. Exhibit A — Lexipol Policy 705 “Military Equipment”

2. Exhibit B — Military Equipment Inventory as of February, 2026

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO ) §

CITY OF CHINO )

I, Natalie Gonzaga, City Clerk of the City of Chino do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance of the City of Chino was duly adopted by said City Council at a regular meeting held on th e ___ day of ____ 2026 by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

By:

NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK

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POLICY 705
705: The use of "Military Equipment" as defined
by AB481
STATE

MODIFIED
705.1: PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, and reporting requirements of "military equipment" as defined by Government Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071, and Government Code § 7072. The Chino Police Department does not use equipment obtained from the military. All equipment obtained and used by the Chino Police Department is designed for municipal police services.

STATE
705.1.1: DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):

Governing body – The elected or appointed body that oversees the Department.

Military equipment – Includes but is not limited to the following:
 Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.  Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers.
 High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached.
 Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants.  Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.  Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.  Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature.

This does not include a handheld, one-person ram.
 Firearms and ammunition of_.50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
 Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than_.50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code § 30515, with the exception of standard-issue firearms.  Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.  Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools.  Munitions containing tear gas or OC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray.
 Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, long- range acoustic devices (LRADs), acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons. 133

 Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
 Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.

STATE
705.2: POLICY
It is the policy of the Chino Police Department that members of this department comply with the provisions of Government Code § 7071 with respect to military equipment.

BEST PRACTICE

MODIFIED
705.3: MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police designates the Professional Standards Unit to act as the military equipment coordinator. The responsibilities of the military equipment coordinator include but are not limited to:
a. Acting as liaison to the governing body for matters related to the requirements of this policy.
b. Identifying department equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current possession of the Department, or the equipment the Department intends to acquire that requires approval by the governing body.
c. Conducting an inventory of all military equipment annually. d. Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the jurisdiction of Chino Police Department (Government Code § 7071). e. Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement meeting to include:

1. Publicizing the details of the meeting.

2. Preparing for public questions regarding the department's funding, acquisition, and use of equipment.
f. Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of Police and insuring that the report is made available on the department website (Government Code § 7072).
g. Establishing the procedure for a person to register a complaint or concern, or how that person may submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment, and how the Department will respond in a timely manner.

STATE
705.4: APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the governing body by way of an ordinance adopting the military equipment policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment policy is submitted t o the governing body and is available on the department website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military 134

equipment at issue (Government Code § 7071). The military equipment policy must be approved by the governing body prior to engaging in any of the following (Government Code § 7071):
a. Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a. b. Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.
c. Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing.
d. Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the jurisdiction of this department. e. Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body.
f. Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of military equipment.
g. Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above.

STATE

MODIFIED
705.5: COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS

Military equipment used by any member of this jurisdiction shall be approved for use and in accordance with this Department policy. Military equipment used by other jurisdictions that are providing mutual aid to this jurisdic tion shall comply with their respective military equipment use policies in rendering mutual aid.

AGENCY CONTENT
705.6: MAINTENANCE OF MILITARY USE SUPPLY LEVELS
When stocks of military equipment have reached low levels, the Department may order up to 30% of stock in a fiscal quarter without City Council's pre -approval to maintain essential availability for the police department's needs.

AGENCY CONTENT
705.7: COMPLIANCE
The Professional Standards Unit will ensure that all Department members comply with this policy. The Professional Standards Unit will conduct an annual audit. The Chief of Police or the authorized designee will be notified of any policy violations and, if needed, the violation(s) will be referred to the Professional Standards Unit and handled in accordance with the Personnel Complaints Policy. All instances of non -compliance will be reported to Chino City Council via the annual military equipment report. 135

Any member of the public can register a question or concern regarding military use equipment by contacting the Chino Police Department via email at [email protected], which will be routed to the Professional Standards Unit. A response to the question or concern shall be completed by the Department in a timely manner.

Any member of the public can submit a complaint to any member of the Department and in any form (i.e. in person, telephone, email, etc.). Once the complaint is received, it should be routed to the Professional Standards Unit in accordance with Personnel Complaints Policy.

STATE
705.8: ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee should submit a military equipment report to the governing body for each type of military equipment approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use (Government Code § 7072).

The Chief of Police or the authorized designee should also make each annual military equipment report publicly available on the department website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The report shall include all information required by Government Code § 7072 for the preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment in department inventory.

STATE

MODIFIED
705.9: COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual "Military Equipment" report, the Department shall hold at least one well -publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the Department should discuss th e report and respond to public questions regarding the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.

STATE

MODIFIED
705.10: MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The following constitutes a list of qualifying equipment for the Department

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“MILITARY EQUIPMENT” as defined by AB 481 as of February 2026

1. Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles (Category 1) a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. DJI PHANTOM 4 PRO, cost: approximately $800 each, quantity: 2. UAS that weighs approximately 3 pounds and has video recording capabilities, approximately 30 minutes of flight time.
ii. DJI MAVIC 2 ENTERPRISE ADVANCED, cost: approximately $3,500 each, quantity: 2. UAS that weighs approximately 2.5 pounds has infrared capability and is able to record video with approximately 30 minutes of flight time.
iii. DJI MAVIC AIR, cost: approximately $700 each, quantity: 2. UAS that weighs approximately 1 pound and is able to record video and audio with approximately 20 minutes of flight time.
iv. DJI Avata, cost: approximately $1300 each, quantity 1. UAS weighs approximately 2 pounds and is used to fly indoors. The Avata is able to record video and audio with approximately 20 minutes of flight time. v. DJI Mavic 3T, cost: Approximately $5500 each, quanti ty 3. UAS weighs approximately 2.5 pounds , has infrared capability and is able to record video with approximately 35 minutes of flight time.
b. Purpose: To be deployed when its view would assist officers or incident commanders with the following situations, in compliance with FAA regulations and with respect for constitutional rights and privacy, which include but are not limited to: Crime scene documentation, traffic collision scene documentation, searches for missing persons, disaster response, searches for suspects who are believed to be hiding within a defined incident perimeter, in support of search warrant or tactical operations such as barricaded suspects, mapping of critical infrastructure for Homeland Security purposes, security operations at larger public gatherings, where images are not recorded except for criminal behavior, critical incident management, enforcement of City Municipal Codes related to Health and Safety, such as fireworks, aerial imaging services to other units of government. c. Authorized Use : Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate UAS equipment during approved missions. d. Expected Life Span: All UAS equipment, approximately 3-5 years. e. Fiscal Impact : Annual maintenance and battery replacement cost is approximately $400.
f. Training: All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation. In addition, each operator must attend a 40-hour department training and ongoing quarterly training.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules : Use is established in the Unmanned Aerial System’s Policy and FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107. It is the policy of the Chino Police Department to utilize UAS only for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal law.

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a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. ICOR Mini -Caliber robot, cost: approximately $80,000, quantity: 1.

Designed for rapid tactical missions, the robot is simple to operate and quick to deploy for searching rooms, hallways, stairwells, and confined spaces. With rubber tracks and articulating front and rear flippers, the Mini- CALIBER effortlessly climbs stairs. It also includes an extendible rotating claw arm that simplifies opening door handles.
ii. Recon Robotics, Throwbot XT, cost: approximately $12,000 each, quantity:

2. The Throwbot® XT is a throwable, mobile micro-robot that provides both audio and video reconnaissance of dangerous environments. Personnel can use the new micro -robot to quickly gain situational awareness during high-risk operations and surveillance missions.
iii. Recon Robotics, Throwbot® 2 (TB2), cost: $16,270 each, quantity: 1. The robot is a throwable micro-robot platform that enables operators to obtain instantaneous video and audio reconnaissance within indoor or outdoor environments.
b. Purpose: To be deployed when its capabilities would assist officers or incident commanders when dealing with tactical or lifesaving operations. The robot can be directed to move through a structure and transmit real-time video and audio. These reconnaissance features can locate and identify subjects, confirm presence of hostages, and reveal building layout. These robotic technologies may be used in many different circumstances including but not limited to:

Searches for suspects who are believed to be hiding within a defined incident perimeter, in support of search warrant or tactical operations such as barricaded suspects, hostage rescue incident, crisis negotiations, disaster response.
c. Authorized Use: These robotic technologies are primarily used by trained SWAT officers, however, may be utilized by additional personnel as needed. d. Expected Life Span: Approximately 5-10 years.
e. Fiscal Impact: Warranties for these products are limited (2 years). Maintenance costs are then considered out of pocket and can range from $500 and up for repairs.
f. Training: While not required by law, specialized training in the utilization of these devices is recommended. SWAT personnel train with these devices regularly and maintain their serviceability.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Chino Police Department to utilize a robot only for official law e nforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal law.

3. Command and Control Vehicles (Category 5)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:

LENCO BEARCAT, G2, cost: approximately $27 3,000, quantity: 1. The Lenco Bearcat, G2, is an armored vehicle that seats 10-12 personnel with open floor plan that allows for rescue of downed personnel or civilians. The Bearcat G2 has increased ground clearance and a robust suspension which allows for an emergency response to almost any situation. It can stop various projectiles, which 138

provides greater safety to the community and officers beyond the protection level of shield and personal body armor.
b. Purpose: To be used in response to critical incidents to enhance officer and community safety, improve scene containment and stabilization, and assist in resolving critical incidents.
c. Authorized Use: The use of armored vehicles shall only be authorized by a watch commander or SWAT commander, based on the specific circumstances of a given critical incident. Armored vehicles shall be used only by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner consistent with department policy and training. d. Lifespan: Lenco Bearcat model G2, approximately 15 years. e. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance cost of approximately $1,000. f. Training: All driver/operators shall attend formalized instruction and be trained in vehicle operations and practical driving instruction.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules: Use is established in the Vehicle Use Policy. It is the policy of the Department to utilize armored vehicles only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.

4. Command and Control Vehicles (Category 5)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:

Mobile Command Center (MCC): A 2002 Workhorse RV, cost: approximately $195,000, quantity: 1. The MCC is a retrofit recreational vehicle containing a mobile office that provides shelter, access to police department computer systems, and restroom facilities for extended events. The MCC can also be utilized for SWAT/CNT and other critical incidents, preplanned large events, searching for missing persons, natural disasters, and community events. b. Purpose: To be used based on the specific circumstances of a given critical incident, large event, operations, natural disaster, or community event. c. Authorized Use: The MCC shall be used by officers trained in its deployment and in a manner consistent with department policy and training. d. Lifespan: Approximately 15 -year lifespan on chassis and vehicle structure.

Upgrades needed to maintain IT systems.
e. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance cost is approximately $3,500. f. Training: The driver/operator shall rec eive training in the safe handling of the vehicle on a closed training course. Once the driver/operator has shown competence in vehicle handling, they will be allowed to deploy the vehicle for department authorized use.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules : Use is established in the Crisis Response Unit Policy. It is the policy of the Department to use the MCC only for official law enforcement purposes, and in accordance with California State law regarding the operation of motor vehicles.

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a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
b. Tactical Response Vehicle (TRV) : A 2017 Chevrolet Suburban on a 3500 Chassis, cost: approximately $83,000, quantity: 1. The TRV is used as a mobile command and control vehicle for extended operations and critical incidents. The TRV is outfitted with specialized equipment to support field personnel and incident commanders.
c. Purpose: To be used to facilitate command and control at critical incidents, as a rapidly deployable response vehicle. It supports the function of incident commanders until the scene is stabilized or when extended, the MCC is deployed. d. Authorized Use : The TRV shall be deployed by officers authorized for its deployment by the Watch Commander or their designee a nd in a manner consistent with department policy and training.
e. Lifespan: Approximately 10-year lifespan.
f. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance cost is approximately $1,000. g. Training: The driver/operator shall receive training or instruction in the safe handling of the vehicle.
h. Legal and Procedural Rules: Use is established in the Vehicle Use Policy. It is the policy of the department to use the TRV only for official law enforcement purposes, and in accordance with California State law regarding the operat ion of motor vehicles.

6. Command and Control Vehicles (Category 5)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
b. Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team Van: A 2016 Ford Transit Van 350 Chassis, cost: approximately $39,000, quantity: 1. The SWAT Team Van is used to transport specialized SWAT Team equipment and was specially built to do so. c. Purpose: To be used for the transportation of specialized SWAT Team equipment for training and for authorized SWAT Team operations.
d. Authorized Use: The SWAT Team Van shall be used by officers authorized for its deployment by the SWAT Team Commander or their designee and in a manner consistent with department policy and training.
e. Lifespan: Approximately 10-year lifespan.
f. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance cost is approximately $1,000. g. Training: The driver/operator shall receive training in the safe handling of the vehicle. Once the driver/operator has shown competence in vehicle handling, they will be allowed to deploy the vehicle for department authorized use. h. Legal and Procedural Rules: Use is established in the Vehicle Use Policy. It is the policy of the department to use the SWAT Team Van only for official law enforcement purposes, and in accordance with California State law regarding the operation of motor vehicles.

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a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
b. Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) Van: A 2020 Ford Transit Van 350 Chassis, cost:
approximately $41,000, quantity: 1. The CNT Van is used to support the function of the Crisis Nego tiation Team as outlined in the Crisis Response Unit (CRU) policy.
c. Purpose: To be used for the transportation of CNT members and CNT operations conducted in support of the SWAT team.
d. Authorized Use : The CNT Van shall be used by officers authorized for its deployment by the CRU Commander or their designee and in a manner consistent with department policy and training.
e. Lifespan: Approximately 10-year lifespan.
f. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance cost is approximately $1,000. g. Training: The driver/operato r shall receive training in the safe handling of the vehicle. Once the driver/operator has shown competence in vehicle handling, they will be allowed to deploy the vehicle for department authorized use. h. Legal and Procedural Rules: Use is established in t he Vehicle Use Policy. It is the policy of the department to use the CNT Van only for official law enforcement purposes, and in accordance with California State law regarding the operation of motor vehicles.

8. Battering rams, slugs and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature (Category 7)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. LENCO BEARCAT, G2 BEAR-CAT vehicles have attachable metal booms that can be used for breaching structures, fences, or ramming objects during high -risk incide nts, to include active shooter incidents on school grounds, buildings or other structures, cost: included with purchase of BEARCAT G2 quantity: 1.
ii. Ballistic Breaching is used to gain access to fortified structures using steel or security doors. The breaching rounds deployed from a shotgun and are only used by trained personnel with a legitimate law enforcement purpose.

The breaching ammunition is as follows:
(1) Royal Arms 275 grain copper frangible, cost: $4.50/round, quantity:
200 rounds. For use on solid wood doors, locks, and hinges. (2) Royal Arms 425 grain copper frangible, cost: $4.50/round, quantity 100 rounds. For use on heavy locks, dead-bolts & hinges, solid-oak, and steel doors.
(3) Royal Arms HP cutter 450 grain, cost: $5.00/round, quantity 100 rounds. Cuts re-bar, penetrates security glass, car doors, punches into engine blocks.
(4) Royal Arms copper frangible 500 grain, cost: $5.00/round, quantity 100 rounds. For use on h eavy Locks, Cr oss-bolts, and Hinges (Steel Doors / Steel Frames)
b. Purpose: To be used in response to critical incidents or CRU operations to enhance officer and community safety, improve scene containment and 141

stabilization. The use of breaching apparatus is for the rap id, positive, and dynamic access to an objective in order to bypass obstructions such as walls, doors and windows to gain access to a desired location with legal authority. c. Authorized Use: The use of battering rams, slugs and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature are limited to incidents under the direction of the CRU Commander or their designee. They shall only be used by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner consistent with department policy and training. d. Lifespan: Approximately 10 years.
e. Fiscal Impact: No measurable fiscal impact for maintenance. f. Training: All operators of this equipment shall attend formalized and continuing training in its use prior to deployment. Any personnel deploying breaching rounds will attend a course in its use prior to deployment.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules: Use is established in the Crisis Response Unit and Rapid Response and Deployment policies. It is the policy of the department to battering rams, slugs and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature, only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.

9. Specialized Firearms and Ammunition of less than .50 caliber (As defined by PC30510 and 30515) (Category 10)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. Daniel Defense DDM4 MK12 Carbine, caliber: .223 and 5.56 NATO, cost:
$1700 each, quantity: 117. The Daniel Defense DDM4 MK12 is a high - precision rifle that fires .223 caliber and 5.56 NATO rounds accurately at close and long range. This ri fle is the primary duty rifle issued for patrol officers, field personnel and specialized investigative units. ii. Daniel Defense DDM5 Carbine, caliber: 308 WIN/ 7.62 x 51mm, cost:
$2,500, quantity: 1. The Daniel Defense DDM5 is a high precision rifle that fires 308 WIN/ 7.62 x 51mm rounds accurately at close and long range.

This rifle is the primary duty rifle issued to a SWAT Long Rifle team member.
iii. Colt M4 Carbine, caliber: .223 and 5.56 NATO, cost: $1,700, quantity: 6.

The Colt M4 Carbine is a high precision rifle that fires .223 caliber, and 5.56 NATO rounds accurately at close and long range. This rifle is the issued for use of specialized investigative units and as back -up SWAT team weapons.
iv. Remington 700 bolt action rifle: 308 WIN, cost: $900 quantity: 5. The Remington 700 rifles are long -range precision rifles that shoot 308 WIN rounds. The rifles are issued and used by our SWAT Team Long Rifle team.
(1) Ammunition: The Chino Police Department maintains an inventory of training and duty ammuni tion for the rifles listed above. The inventory fluctuates based upon training and the cycling out of duty ammunition, however it maintains approximately 25,000 rounds of duty ammunition and approximately 100,000 rounds of training ammunition. .
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(a) The fo llowing is a list of manufacturers and types of the department’s duty ammunition:
(i) Hornaday 168 grain ELD Match TAP Precision 308
WIN
(ii) Hornaday 165 GMX TAP Heavy Barrier 308 WIN
(iii) Speer LE Gold Dot 62 grain .223
(iv) Hornaday TAP 75 grain .223 and 5.56 NATO
(b) The Chino Police Department utilizes ammunition of various types from various reputable manufacturers for training purposes, based upon availability.
b. Purpose: To be used as precision weapons to address a threat requiring more precision and/or greater distances than that of a handgun, if present and feasible. c. Authorized Use: Only officers that complete the required POST-certified Tactical Rifle Course, which satisfies legislative training mandates as described in PC 33220, are authorized to deploy a rifle.
d. Lifespan
i. Daniel Defense DDM4 MK12 Carbine: No expiration.
ii. Daniel Defense DDM5 Carbine: No expiration.
iii. Colt M4 Carbine: No expiration.
iv. Remington 700 Bolt-action rifle: No expiration.
v. Ammunition: No expiration.
e. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $50 for each rifle. f. Training: Officers shall not carry or utilize the patrol rifle unless they have successfully completed the required POST -certified Tactical Rifle Course, which satisfies legislative training mandates as described in PC 33220. O fficers shall thereafter be required to successfully complete yearly training and qualification conducted by a certified firearms instructor.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules: Use is established under the Patrol Rifles Policy. It is the policy of the Chino Poli ce Department to utilize rifles only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

10. Flashbang Devices (Category 12)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:

A Noise Flash Diversionary Devices (NFDD) is a device that creates a bright flash and loud sound to temporarily divert the attention of subjects in the immediate area. NFDD are used to distract and temporarily incapacitate dangerous suspects by overwhelming their senses of vision and hearing. The distraction allows officers to seize a moment of opportunity to take control of high-risk situations. i. Defense Technology Distraction Device Reloadable Body Model 8933. The Low Roll® Distraction Device® is a reloadable gun steel body with hex design. This newest version of the first reusable non -bursting canisters limits movement and rolling once deployed. cost: $58 each, quantity: 54 143

ii. Defense Technology Distraction Device 12-gram reload Model 8901 used in conjunction with the abov e reloadable body emits a loud “bang” and a flash of light, cost: $34 each, quantity: 73
iii. CTS Flash-Bang 9Bang Model 7290-9 emits a loud “bang” and a flash of light (9) times, cost: $100 each, quantity: 25
b. Purpose: To produce atmospheric over-pressure and brilliant white light and, as a result, can cause short -term (6 -8 seconds) physiological/psychological sensory deprivation to give officers a tactical advantage.
c. Authorized Use: Diversionary Devices shall only be used: By SWAT officers who have been trained in their proper use. In hostage and barricaded subject situations.

In high-risk warrant (search/arrest) services where there may be extreme hazards to officers. During other high-risk situations where their use would enhance officer safety. During training exercises.
d. Expected Lifespan:
i. Defense Technology #8933, 25 Uses
ii. Defense Technology #8901, 5 years
iii. CTS #7209-9, 5 years
e. Fiscal Impact: Annual cost of the program $5,000.
f. Training: The use of these devices is limited to those who have attended certified training course on their proper use.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules : It is the policy of the Chino Police Department to utilize diversionary devices only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force. Use of force and Crisis Response Unit policies apply.

11. Explosive Breaching Tools (Category12)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:

Explosive breaching is used to gain rapid acce ss to a room or structure when an emergent law enforcement need exists. All efforts are made to minimize the amount of energetics applied to a target, while still achieving a positive breach.

Explosive breaching materials are used to make breaching charges of various shapes and strength which are specifically designed for the target. The materials release gasses, heat, and light when initiated. The pressure from the gasses released presses against mediums and or the target to cause the structure of the target to fail for a successful breach. Breaching charges are specially designed to cause structural failure of the desired target. The breaching charges in stock were built in house by the designated SWAT Team Explosive Breachers. Various types, configurations, and energetic weights are maintained for use as needed. Older charges are cycled out of stock during monthly training. i. 20 pounds of C2 Sheet Explosive PETN, cost: $49.50/ pound. A PETN based sheet explosive.
ii. 1500 feet, 50 grain per foot, detonation co rd PETN, $0.63/ foot. The detonating cord is a thin, flexible plastic tube usually filled with pentaerythritol tetranitrate (PETN, pentrite). With the PETN exploding at a rate of approximately 6400 m/s, any common length of detonation cord 144

appears to explo de instantaneously. It is a high -speed fuse which explodes, rather than burns, and is suitable for detonating high explosives. iii. 100 Non-electric detonators 40-foot #1 delay, $10.75 each iv. 10 PETN slip-on boosters, 20 gram, $5.50 each
b. Purpose: To safely gain entry into a structure when an emergent law enforcement need exists.
c. Authorized Use: Explosive breaching may only occur after authorization by the Incident Commander or SWAT Commander in the field, and during training exercises.
d. Expected Lifespan:
i. 50 grain Detonation Cord – 5 years
ii. C2 Sheet Explosive – Until expended
iii. Non-electric detonator – Until expended
iv. Slip-on boosters – Until expended
e. Fiscal Impact: Annual cost of the program $2,000.
f. Training: All Explosive Breachers shall be licensed as a Blaster by Cal-OSHA. All Breachers will attend an approved Explosive Breaching course. g. Legal and Procedural Rules : It is the policy of the Chino Police Department to utilize rifles only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force. Use of force and Crisis Response Unit policies apply.

12. Tear Gas (Category 12)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:

Chemical agent munitions, which are commonly referred to as “tear gas,” are used by the Chino Police Department as a non-lethal tool to disperse subjects engaged in civil unrest, as described by law and AB48 and Government Code 12525.2, as well as barricaded subjects for a legitimate law enforcement purpose. The Chino Police Department us es chemical agents which are used by law enforcement across the United States: CS (2 -Chlorobenzylidenemalononitrile) and OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) CS is an irritating agent and lachrymator (irritates the eyes and causes tears to flow). CS has been medically tested in the UK and US, specifically by the U.S. Army. There are no known allergic reactions to CS. OC was de-regulated in California in 1996, is endorsed by the FBI, and is available to civilians to legally possess (2.5oz or less). OC is an inflammatory agent which causes involuntary closure of eyes (open in 2 -5 minutes) and respiratory inflammation (subsides in approximately 2 minutes)
i. CTS #5230B – Pyrotechnic grenade designed for indoor use delivering a maximum amount of irritant smoke throughout multiple rooms with minimal risk of fire. Cost: $35 Each, quantity: 13.
ii. Defense Technology #1016 – Pyrotechnic canister grenade emitting CS smoke through for 20 to 40 seconds. This is a launchable grenade; however, it is normally used as a signaling or covering device. Though this device is slightly over four inches in length, it produces a smoke cloud so fast it appears to be an enveloping screen produced by a full -size tactical 145

grenade. May be launched or hand thrown. Cost: $26.40 each, quantity:

15. iii. Defense Te chnology #1032 – The design of the Tri -Chamber Flameless CS Grenade allows the contents to burn within an internal can and disperse the agent safely with reduced risk of fire. The grenade is designed primarily for indoor tactical situations to detect and/or dislodge a barricaded subject. The purpose of the Tri -Chamber Flameless Grenade is to minimize the risks to all parties through pain compliance, temporary discomfort, and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or dangerous subjects. Cost: $38.40, quantity: 10.
iv. Defense Technology #2262 – The Ferret® 40mm Round is non -burning and suitable for indoor use. Used primarily by tactical teams, it is designed to penetrate barriers, such as windows, hollow core doors, wallboard, and thin plywood. Upon impacting the barrier, the nose cone rupture s and instantaneously delivers a small chemical payload inside of a structure or vehicle. In a tactical deployment situation, the 40mm Ferret is primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjects from confined areas. Its purpose is to minimize the risks to all parties through pain compliance, temporary discomfort and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or dangerous subjects. Cost: $23.60, quantity: 35.
v. Defense Technology #6182 Spede-Heat™ - The Spede-Heat™ CS Long- Range Munitions delivers one chemical canister of CS agent from a 40 mm launcher down range up to 150 yards. The Spede-Heat™ is a pyrotechnic round designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high-volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20- 40 seconds from a single source. Cost: $31 each, quantity: 41. vi. Defense Technology #1026 Triple-Chaser – The Triple -Chaser CS consists of three separate canisters pressed together with separating charges between each. When deployed, the canisters separate and l and approximately 20 feet apart allowing increased area coverage in a short period of time. This is a hand-thrown munition. Cost $38.50 each, quantity:

10. vii. Defense Technology #1080 Riot Control OC - The Riot Control OC grenade is designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high volume of continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20-40 seconds through four gas ports located at the top of the canister. This grenade can be used to conceal tactical movement or to route a crowd. This is a hand -thrown munition. Cost: #38.50 each, quantity: 6.
viii. Defense Technology #6042 Muzzle Blast CS – The Muzzle Blast CS round can be used in crowd management and in tactical operations such as a barricaded subject, room clearing, are a denial and for small space contamination. As a pain compliance round it is an excellent device for deploying chemical-laden CS powder at close ranges. This is deployed from a 40mm launcher. Cost: $31 each, quantity: 12.
ix. Defense Technology #6040 Muzzle Blast OC – The Muzzle Blast OC round can be used in crowd management and in tactical operations such as a barricaded subject, room clearing, area denial and for small space contamination. As a pain compliance round it is an excellent device for deploying chemical-laden OC powder at close ranges. This is deployed from a 40mm launcher. Cost: $31 each, quantity: 8.
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x. Defense Technology #1097 Rubber Ball CS Blast – The Rubber Ball CS Blast grenade is a maximum effect device that delivers three stimuli for psychological and physiological effects: light, sound, and CS. The Rubber Ball CS Blast combines loud report and flash with effects of chemical agents. This is a hand-thrown munition. Cost: $35 each, quantity: 3. xi. Defense Technology #1082 Riot Control Continuous Discharge CS – The Riot Control Continuous Discharge CS is specifically designed for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high -volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20-40 seconds through four gas ports located on the top of the canister. This is a hand -thrown munition. Cost:
$38.50 each, quantity: 14.
xii. Defense Technology #6172 Skat Shell CS – The Skat Shell CS multiple chemical projectile round is designed to deliver multiple CS canisters from a 40mm launcher. It is designed for outdoor use and is widely used for crowd management for the rapid and broad deployment of a chemica l agent by a single grenadier. This is deployed from a 40mm launcher. Cost:
$31 each, quantity: 8.
xiii. Defense Technology #6320, 40mm Direct Impact OC. A less lethal 40mm lightweight plastic and crushable foam projectile fired from a 40mm launcher. The 39 -gram crushable foam projectile delivers 120 ft/lbs. of energy upon impact in addition to dispersion of 5 grams of OC irritant. The 40mm Direct Impact OC Round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the approved distance of not less than five (5) feet and as far as 120 feet from the target. Cost $31, quantity 5. xiv. Defense Technology #6322, 40mm Direct Impact CS. A less lethal 40mm lightweight plastic and crushable foam projectile fired from a 40mm launcher. The 39 -gram crushable foam proje ctile delivers 120 ft/lbs. of energy upon impact in addition to dispersion of CS. The 40mm Direct Impact CS Round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the approved distance of not less than five (5) feet and as far as 120 feet from the target. Cost $31, quantity 4.
xv. Defense Technology #1092, Han-ball CS. The Han-ball CS is an outdoor use grenade expelling its payload in approximately 15 -20 seconds. The grenade holds approximately 1.6 ounces of active agent which is expelled through three ports around the equator of the ball. Cost $35, quantity 13. xvi. Defense Technology #1063, Military-Style Saf-Smoke Grenade. The Saf- Smoke grenade is designed for training but may also be used in operations.

The Saf-Smoke Grenade offers similar burn times as the Speed-Heat and Riot Control Grenade. It emits a very white smoke. This is a hand-thrown munition. Cost $31, quantity 15.
xvii. Defense Technology #1073 , Maximum HC Smoke. The Maximum Smoke grenade is designed for outdoor in crowd control and expel s its payload in approximately 1.5 -2 minutes through four gas ports located at the top of the canister. The grenade can be used to conceal tactical movement or route a crowd. This is a hand -thrown munition. Cost $31,. quantity 4.
xviii. Defense Technology #10 17, Pocket Tactical Saf -Smoke. The Pocket Tactical Saf -Smoke grenade is a small and lightweight. It will burn for approximately 20 -40 seconds and is normally used as a signaling or covering device. This is a hand-thrown munition. Cost $31, quantity 10. 147

xix. Defense Technology #6582, 40mm Ground Marker CS 200M. The 40mm Ground Marker munition is designed to deliver an irritant payload downrange to specified distances. The spin stabilized projectile and smokeless propulsion system produce extremely consistent velocities and range. Applications for this product include crowd control, marking and obscuration. This is deployed from a 40mm launcher. Cost $31, quantity

10. xx. Defense Technology #1072 , Spede -Heat Continuous Discharge Chemical CS Grenade. A high-volume CS Grenade with continuous burn, designed for outdoor in crowd control environments, expels its payload in approximately 20 -40 seconds through four gas ports at the top of the canister, three on the side and one on the bottom. This is a hand -thrown munition. Cost $37, quantity 13.
xxi. Defense Technology #1082, The Stinger Grenade is a maximum effect device that delivers three stimuli for psychological and physiological effects: rubber pellets, light and sound. The Stinger Grenade is most widely used as a crowd management tool. The Rubber Ball Blast Grenade is used to deliver 60 Caliber Rubber Balls with the stimuli of light and sound. The grenade is most widely used as a crowd management training tool by Law Enforcement and Corrections. The Rubber Bal l Blast has an initial 1.5 second delay that initiates fuze assembly separation, followed by another .5 second delay before the function of the device. Cost $71.25, quantity 13. xxii. Aerko Clear Out #AER1145, 6 ounce Burst Fogger. Aerko Clear Out fogger is a non-flammable aerosol which delivers an aerosol comprised of a mixture of CS and OC It is a chemical agent used to force occupants of an enclosed space to leave the area. This is a hand-thrown munition. Cost $19, quantity 12.
b. Purpose: To be used in response to incidents of civil unrest as described by law and AB48 and Government Code 12525.2, as well as barricaded subjects, critical incidents, CRU operations to enhance officer and community safety. c. Authorized Use: The use of chemical agents will be done so at the direction of a Mobile Field Force Commander or SWAT Commander.
d. Lifespan: The lifespan of each chemical agent is approximately 5 years from the date of manufacture (each munition has it manufacture date affixed). e. Fiscal Impact : No measurable fiscal impact for maintenance. The cost of the program is approximately $4,000.
f. Training: Certified training in the use of chemical agents for each appropriate use in crowd control or by the SWAT team will be completed prior to its use by any department member.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules : Use is described in the Use of Force, Civil Disturbance or Unusual Occurrence Plan, First Amendment Assemblies policies.

It is the policy of the department to use this device only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.

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a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:

PepperBall gives law enforcement professionals a powerful, non -lethal option for defense. PepperBall launchers use high pressure air to deliver PAVA (Pelargoinc Acid Vanillylamide) powder projectiles which are similar to a powdered “pepper spray.” The PAVA projectiles deliver kinetic energy impacts as well as the PAVA powder. It is a de -escalation tool to avoid further injuries or lethal options to a subject.
i. PepperBall Launcher- The TAC-SA PRO is an advanced semi-automatic launcher, expertly designed for demanding situations such as crowd management and daily patrol. This launcher excels at rapidly dispersing PAVA across large areas or controlled environments, a crucial capability for operational teams in high-intensity scenarios. Cost $1,116, quantity 7.

ii. PepperBall Live Projectiles. The basic PepperBall projectile contains 2% PAVA pepper powder, and is designed for direct impact and area saturation, especially in confined, interior spaces. Dis charged from a PepperBall Launcher, the projectile has a velocity of 280 -350 FPS. The projectile has a direct impact of 60ft and an area of saturation of 150+ft.

The projectile contains 0.5% PAVA Powder. Cost: $900/ per 375 rounds, quantity: 1500.
iii. PepperBall Inert Projectiles. The Inert PepperBall projectile contains a harmless scented powder and is designed for direct impact and for training with a PepperBall Launcher, the projectile has a velocity of 280 -350 FPS.

The projectile has a direct impact of 60ft . Cost: $400/ per 375 rounds, quantity: 200.
b. Purpose: To provide officers with a non -lethal option to deliver a chemical agent and kinetic impact to subjects for a legitimate law enforcement purpose, to affect an arrest, prevent escape or overcome resistance as define by law and department policy. It is a de -escalation tool to avoid further injuries or lethal options to a subject.
c. Authorized Use: Officers may deploy a PepperBall launcher in incidents of civil unrest as described by law and AB48 and Pe nal Code 13652, as a non -lethal option to deliver a chemical agent and kinetic impact on subjects who are violent, threatening violence, who are armed, or threatening self -harm, and barricaded subjects.
d. Expected Lifespan:
i. Launchers – 5-10 years.
ii. Live and inert projectiles - 5 years
e. Fiscal Impact : Annual maintenance costs are approximately $50/ launcher.

Annual cost of the program $2,000.
f. Training: The use of these devices is limited to those who have attended certified training course on their proper use.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules : Use is described in the Control Devices and Techniques policy. It is the policy of the Chino Police Department to utilize less - 149

lethal devices only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

14. Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD) (Category 13)
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:

LRAD 100X Portable Hailing System, cost: $6,000, quantity: 1. The Model 100X Portable Hailing System is a self-contained, hand-held, portable communications device for use in on-scene and tactical communications. It has the capability to be 20- 30 dB louder than legacy bullhorns and vehicle-based P.A. systems, while still being 4x- 6x louder and more intelligible than products with a comparable size and weight. Weighing at only 15 lbs. with battery.
b. Purpose: To be used in response to critical incidents or CRU operations to enhance officer and community safety, improve scene containment and stabilization. The use of breaching apparatus is for the rapid, positive, and dynamic access to an objective in order to bypass obstructions such as walls, doors and windows to gain access to a desired location with legal authority. c. Authorized Use: The LRAD 100X can be used as a public address (PA) system during tactical situations or at large events where its use will benefit the community and public safety.
d. Lifespan: Approximately 10 years.
e. Fiscal Impact: No measurable fiscal impact for maintenance. f. Training: Training in its use will be conducted prior to its use by any department member.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the department to use this device only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.

15. 40mm Projectile Launchers, Specialty Impact Munitions (Category 14) a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
i. Defense Technology/ LMT, 40mm single -shot launcher, #1425, cost:
$1000 each, quantity: 59. The 40mm single launcher is a tactical singl e shot launcher will fire standard 40mm less lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length.
ii. Defense Technology/ LMT, 40mm 4 -shot launcher, #1440, cost: $1000 each, quantity: 3. The 40mm 4-shot launcher is a tactical launcher will fire standard 40mm less lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length. iii. Defense Technology/ LMT, 7 -inch M203 40mm single -shot launcher, #LMP350/L2X1, cost: $1500 each, quantity: 2. The 40mm single launcher is a tactical launcher that will fire standard 40mm les s lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length.
iv. Defense Technology #6325, 40mm eXact Impact Sponge Round. A less lethal 40mm lightweight plastic and foam projectile fired from a 40mm launcher. The 40 -gram foam projectile delivers 120 ft/lbs. of energy on impact. The 40mm Exact Impact Sponge Round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the approved distance of not less than five (5) feet and as far as 131 feet from the target. Cost: $20 each, quantity: quantity: 275.
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v. Defense Technology #6326, 40mm Direct Impact Marking Round. A less lethal 40mm lightweight plastic and f oam projectile fired from a 40mm launcher. The 40 -gram foam projectile delivers 120 ft/lbs. of energy on impact and loaded with a green marking agent. The 40mm Exact Impact Sponge Round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the approved distance of not less than five (5) feet and as far as 131 feet from the target. Cost: $20 each, quantity: 10.
b. Purpose: To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.
c. Authorized Use: Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:

Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals, riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents as described by law and AB48 and Government Code 12525.2, circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained, potentially vicious animals, training exercises or approved demonstrations. d. Training: Sworn members utilizing 40mm less lethal launchers are trained in their use by POST certified less lethal instructors.
e. Lifespan: Defense Technology/ LMT #1425, 1140, M203: approximately 25 years.

Exact Impact Sponge: approximately 5 years.
f. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $50 for each launcher. g. Legal and Procedural Rules: Use is established Control Devices and Techniques Policy. It is the policy of the Chino Police Department to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.

MAINTENANCE OF MILITARY USE SUPPLY LEVELS
When stocks of military equipment have reached low levels, the Department may order up to 30% of stock in a fiscal quarter without City Council's pre-approval to maintain essential availability for the police department's needs.

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MEMORANDUM

CITY OF CHINO

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: APRIL 7, 2026

TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: KIM SAO, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

SUBJECT
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Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025. ..end

RECOMMENDATION
..recommendation
Receive and file the City of Chino’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025.
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FISCAL IMPACT
No fiscal impact.

Revenue:

Expenditure:

Transfer In: Transfer Out:
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BACKGROUND
The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) is the City’s primary financial reporting document, providing a detailed and audited overview of the City’s financial condition. The ACFR includes financial statements, fund balances, and disclosures prepared in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements. It serves as a critical tool for financial transparency, policy evaluation, and informed decision -making by City leadership, residents, and other stakeholders.

Pursuant to the California Government Code and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the City prepares the ACFR annually to ensure accountability and provide a comprehensive assessment of municipal financial operations.

ISSUES/ANALYSIS
The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025 has been completed in compliance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines and reflects the City’s financial position as of June 30, 2025. The ACFR presents a comprehensive assessment of the City’s overall financial health.

Key components of the report include:
 Transmittal Letter - Introductory Section (Pages i -vii): Provides official communication from City staff to the Mayor and City Council, summarizing the City’s financial condition and significant financial highlights for the fiscal year.  GFOA Award (Page ix) The City of Chino was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended J une 30, 2024. This recognition reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to financial transparency, accountability, and excellence in municipal reporting. The City will again submit its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, in pursuit of this distinguished award.
 Independent Auditor’s Report (Pages 1 -4): The City’s independent auditors conducted the audit in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and issued an unmodified (unqualified) opinion , whic h is the highest level of assurance an auditor can provide. An unmodified opinion indicates that the City’s financial statements are presented fairly, in all material respects, and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. In other words , the auditors found no material misstatements and concluded that the financial statements can be relied upon to accurately reflect the City’s financial position and results of operations.  Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) (Pages 5 -23): Provides management’s narrative overview of the City’s financial performance, including major financial highlights, budgetary trends, and significant factors impacting the City’s financial condition.
 Basic Financial Statements (Pages 25 -52): Present the City’s core financial information in two formats:
o Government-Wide Financial Statements (Pages 29 -31): Provide a broad, long-term perspective of the City’s overall financial position, including long -term obligations such as pension liabilities.
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types. These include the Governmental Fund type such as General Fund and Special Revenue Funds; Proprietary Fund type such a s the Enterprise and Internal Service Funds; and Fiduciary Fund type such as the Successor Agency.  Notes to the Financial Statements (Pages 55 -104): Provide detailed explanations of accounting policies, required disclosures, fund balances, liabilities, and other information necessary for a full understanding of the financial statements.  Supplementary Information (Pages 105 -177): Includes additional sc hedules that provide further context for key financial data, such as pension and other post - employment benefits (OPEB) funding, as well as budget -to-actual comparisons for each fund.
 Statistical Section (Pages 181 -207): Presents ten -year historical financi al, demographic, and economic data to support long -term financial analysis and fiscal planning.

The City of Chino was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for it s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. This recognition reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to financial transparency, accountability, and excellence in municipal reporting. The City will again submit its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, in pursuit of this distinguished award.

Staff, along with the City’s independent auditor, will present the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, at the City Council meeting.

The presentation will provide an overview of the City’s financial position, audit results, and key highlights from the report.

A digital copy of the ACFR is available on the City of Chino website at:
https://www.cityofchino.org/223/Financial-Reports

Attachment: June 30, 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)

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Government-Wide Financial Statements:

Statement of Net Position ..................................................................................................................................... 29 Statement of Activities .......................................................................................................................................... 30 Fund Financial Statements:

Governmental Fund Financial Statements:

Balance Sheet ...................................................................................................................................................... 36 Reconciliation of the Governmental Funds Balance Sheet
to the Government-Wide Statement of Net Position ................................................................................. 38 Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and
Changes in Fund Balances ............................................................................................................................. 40 Reconciliation of the Governmental Funds Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances to the Government-Wide Statement of Activities ................................................................................................................................... 42 Proprietary Fund Financial Statements:

Statement of Net Position ................................................................................................................................. 44 Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position................................................................. 46 Statement of Cash Flows ................................................................................................................................... 48 Fiduciary Fund Financial Statements:

Statement of Fiduciary Net Position (Deficit) ................................................................................................ 51 Statement of Changes in Fiduciary Net Position (Deficit) ........................................................................... 52 Notes to the Basic Financial Statements ................................................................................................................ 55 159
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Budgets and Budgetary Accounting:

Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance- Budget and Actual:

General Fund ................................................................................................................................................. 107 Facilities Development Special Revenue Fund ......................................................................................... 108 City Affordable Housing Special Revenue Fund ..................................................................................... 109 Transportation Grants Special Revenue Fund .......................................................................................... 110 Schedule of Changes in Total Pension Liability and Related Ratios- Miscellaneous ............................................................................................................................................... 112 Schedule of Plan Contributions - Miscellaneous ......................................................................................... 114 Schedule of the City’s Proportionate Share of the Plan’s Total Pension Liability and Related Ratios - Safety .......................................................................................................................... 116 Schedule of Plan Contributions - Safety ....................................................................................................... 118 Schedule of Changes in Total Pension Liability and Related Ratios – Supplemental Safety .................................................................................................................................... 120 Schedule of Changes in Total OPEB Liability and Related Ratios – Other Postemployment Benefits ........................................................................................................................... 122 Notes to Required Supplementary Information .......................................................................................... 124 Supplementary Information:

Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance- Budget and Actual:

Park Development Capital Projects Fund ........................................................................................................ 127 Nonmajor Governmental Funds:

Combining Balance Sheet ................................................................................................................................... 132 Combining Statement of Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balances (Deficit) ................... 138 Schedule of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance – Budget and Actual:

Traffic and Safety Special Revenue Fund .................................................................................................. 144 Gas Tax Special Revenue Fund ................................................................................................................... 145 Public Education Government Special Revenue Fund ............................................................................ 146 Transportation Tax Special Revenue Fund ............................................................................................... 147 Measure I Special Revenue Fund ............................................................................................................... 148 Community Services Special Revenue Fund ............................................................................................ 149 Community Development Block Grant Special Revenue Fund ............................................................. 150 Maintenance District Special Revenue Fund ............................................................................................ 151 SCAQMD Special Revenue Fund ............................................................................................................... 152 Local Public Safety Special Revenue Fund ................................................................................................ 153 160
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Home Investment Partnership Special Revenue Fund ............................................................................ 154 Asset Forfeitures Special Revenue Fund ................................................................................................... 155 Bureau of Justice Assistance Grant Special Revenue Fund .................................................................... 156 COPS Program AB 3229 Grant Special Revenue Fund ........................................................................... 157 Environmental Mitigation Special Revenue Fund ................................................................................... 158 CalHome Special Revenue Fund ................................................................................................................ 159 Highway Safety Improvement Special Revenue Fund ........................................................................... 160 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Special Revenue Fund .............................................................. 161 Assessment District Special Revenue Fund .............................................................................................. 162 Measure I Valley SubArea Program Special Revenue Fund .................................................................. 163 Internal Service Funds:

Combining Statements of Net Position ......................................................................................................... 166 Combining Statements of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position ....................................... 167 Combining Statements of Cash Flows .......................................................................................................... 168 Fiduciary Fund - Custodial Funds:

Combining Statements of Fiduciary Net Position ....................................................................................... 170 Combining Statement of Changes in Fiduciary Net Position .................................................................... 174 STATISTICAL SECTION (Unaudited)
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escription of Statistical Section Contents ......................................................................................................... 181 Financial Trends:

Government-Wide:

Net Positions by Component – Last Ten Fiscal Years ............................................................................. 182 Changes in Net Position – Expenses and Program Revenues – Last Ten Fiscal Years ....................... 184 Changes in Net Position – General Revenues – Last Ten Fiscal Years .................................................. 186 Governmental Funds:

Fund Balances of Governmental Funds – Last Ten Fiscal Years ............................................................ 188 Changes in Fund Balances of Governmental Funds – Last Ten Fiscal Years ....................................... 190 161
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Assessed Value and Estimated Actual Value of Taxable Property – City – Last Ten Fiscal Years .................................................................................................................................... 192 Assessed Value and Estimated Actual Value of Taxable Property – Redevelopment Agency -Last Ten Fiscal Years ........................................................................................ 193 Direct and Overlapping Property Tax Rates – Last Ten Fiscal Years ....................................................... 194 Principal Property Taxpayers – Current Year and Nine Years Ago ......................................................... 195 Property Tax Levies and Collections – Last Ten Fiscal Years .................................................................... 196 Taxable Sales by Category .............................................................................................................................. 197 Principal Sales Tax Procedures ...................................................................................................................... 198 Debt Capacity:

Ratios of Outstanding Debt by Type – Last Ten Fiscal Years .................................................................... 199 Direct and Overlapping Debt ......................................................................................................................... 200 Legal Debt Margin Information – Last Ten Fiscal Years ............................................................................ 201 Demographic and Economic Information:

Demographic and Economic Statistics – Last Ten Calendar Years ........................................................... 202 Principal Employers – Current Year and Four Years Ago ......................................................................... 203 Operating Information:

Full-Time and Part-Time City Employees by Function – Last Ten Fiscal Years ..................................... 204 Operating Indicators by Function – Last Ten Fiscal Years ......................................................................... 206 Capital Asset Statistics by Function – Last Ten Fiscal Years ...................................................................... 207 162
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PROFILE OF THE CITY OF CHINO
The City of Chino continues to operate under the Council-Manager form of government.

Policy-making and legislative authority are vested in a City Council consisting of the mayor and four Council Members. The City Council is responsible, among other things, for passing ordinances, adopting the budget, appointing committees, and hiring both the City Manager and the City Attorney. The City Manager is responsible for carrying out the policies and ordinances of the governing Council, for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the government, and for appointing the heads of the various departments. During FY 2017-18, the City transitioned from an “at-large” electoral system to a "by-district" electoral system of governance. The City is now comprised of four districts, each represented by an elected Council person and an “at-large” Mayor, representing the entire City. Council Members serve four-year staggered terms, with two Council Members elected every two years. The Mayor is elected to serve a four-year term.

The City of Chino is located in the southwestern portion of the County of San Bernardino.

The City is bisected by State Highways 60, 71 and 83, which provide access to the major metropolitan areas of Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside Counties. The City of Chino is approximately 29 square miles with a current population of 94,945. The City of Chino offers a variety of residential housing, industrial complexes, and retail shopping centers for its citizens.

The City of Chino provides a full range of services for its citizens including police services, parks and recreation programs, planning and development, and street maintenance and lighting. It also operates water, sewer, and storm drain utilities and provides for refuse collection through an outside contract. The City provides services and activities for its citizens at the Senior Citizens Center and for youth at the Neighborhood Activity Center.

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counseling program. Recreation opportunities within the City include a regional park with a skateboard facility, community theatre, and numerous sports fields throughout the community.

MAJOR INITIATIVES
Development Activity
Chino’s proximity to the ports of Los Angeles and its abundance of undeveloped land, have resulted in strong industrial and residential development activity in recent years.

While the economic recovery and resulting increase in development activity were positive news for Chino and the region, this activity continues to stretch the capabilities of the Development Services Department’s Building and Planning staff that are involved in the development review process as well as the Public Works Engineering staff’s ability to process and inspect the increasing infrastructure throughout the City.

Business Development
Business retention and attraction continue to be a primary area of focus for the city. In an effort to maintain the City’s current economic vitality, business retention and attraction, efforts included: maintaining ongoing contact with existing City businesses; and informing businesses of business workshops and seminars to the business community. City staff continue to monitor the business climate and seek to respond to assist businesses in new and innovative ways.

Community Services, Parks & Recreation
For FY 2024-25, the city offered residents a complete system of community neighborhood parks, trails and facilities, along with a wide range of recreational opportunities for the constructive use of leisure time. The City continues to seek ways to partner with such organizations as the Chino Cultural Foundation, the Chino Valley Unified School District, the County of San Bernardino, the Youth Accountability Board, the YMCA, and the City’s faith-based organizations to offer safe and effective community programs.

Police Services
Public safety remained a top priority for the City during FY 2024-25. The Chino Police Department continued to deliver high-quality, community-oriented policing services while adapting to evolving public safety needs. Key initiatives included:
 Enhanced Patrol and Response Capabilities
The Department maintained strong response times and increased proactive patrols in high activity areas to deter crime and support neighborhood safety.  Community Engagement and Prevention Programs
The City expanded outreach efforts through youth programs, neighborhood watch partnerships, and community events. These initiatives strengthen trust, improve communication, and support early intervention strategies. iii
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 Technology and Equipment Modernization
Investments in upgraded communications systems, mobile data technology, and officer safety equipment improved operational efficiency and situational awareness.

Public Works
Infrastructure Maintenance and Capital Improvements
FY 2024-25 marked a year of significant progress in maintaining and improving the City’s infrastructure. Public Works Engineering continued to manage a growing portfolio of capital projects driven by development activity, aging infrastructure, and community expectations for high-quality public facilities. Key accomplishments included:
 Roadway Rehabilitation and Pavement Management
The City advanced several pavement rehabilitation projects to preserve roadway conditions and extend asset life. Preventive maintenance strategies—such as slurry seal, crack sealing, and targeted resurfacing— were prioritized to maximize cost-effectiveness.
 Storm Drain and Flood Control Improvements
Public Works completed critical storm drain upgrades to improve system capacity and reduce localized flooding risks. These improvements support long-term resilience and align with regional watershed management goals.  Water and Sewer System Enhancements
The City continued to replace aging water and sewer lines, upgrade pump stations, and modernize system controls. These investments ensure regulatory compliance, improve reliability, and support the City’s long-term utility master planning.
 Support for Development Activity
As development accelerated, Public Works Engineering provided plan review, construction inspection, and infrastructure acceptance services to ensure new facilities meet City standards and integrate seamlessly with existing systems.
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Human Resources
During the fiscal year, the Human Resources Department advanced several initiatives focused on strengthening workforce development, modernizing internal processes, and supporting organizational resilience. Key accomplishments included the implementation of updated recruitment and onboarding practices to accelerate hiring timelines and improve candidate experience. HR also expanded training and development opportunities for employees and supervisors, emphasizing leadership development, performance management, and compliance with evolving labor and employment regulations.

The department continued its multiyear effort to streamline personnel administration by enhancing digital workflows, improving data accuracy, and aligning classification and compensation structures with industry benchmarks.

These efforts support the City’s long-term goals of attracting and retaining a highly qualified workforce, promoting internal equity, and ensuring consistent application of personnel policies across all departments.

Risk Management
During the fiscal year, the City began exploring membership in a new Joint Powers Authority (JPA) to strengthen its long-term risk management capacity. This evaluation is focused on securing expanded technical resources, enhanced safety and loss prevention programs, and more robust support for claims administration and regulatory compliance. By assessing alternative JPA structures and service models, the City is positioning itself to implement long needed improvements in workplace safety, liability mitigation, and cost control. This initiative reflects the City’s commitment to proactive risk management and the protection of employees, the public, and municipal assets.

FINANCIAL OVERVIEW AND LONG-TERM PLANNING
The City of Chino is committed to demonstrating strong fiscal management and maintaining transparency in its financial operations.

Fund Balance Policy
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recommends that cities maintain reserves equivalent to 16%–17% of operating revenues or expenses, representing two months of the fiscal year. Currently, the City holds a 17% reserve for operating expenses or approximately $20 million, based on the FY 2024-25 Adopted Expenditure Budget.

Recognizing the importance of financial preparedness, the City is working to update its policy to grow the fund balance further. This effort ensures sufficient reserves are available to maintain uninterrupted operations and provide essential services in the face of unforeseen events, such as economic downturns, emergencies, or unexpected revenue shortfalls.
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Revenue Sustainability and Modernization
As the City’s service demands and operational costs continue to grow, Chino is actively pursuing strategies to strengthen and modernize its revenue base. This includes evaluating existing revenue streams, identifying opportunities for new or enhanced revenues, and aligning fiscal policies with long ‑term community needs. By prioritizing stable, diversified, and forward‑ looking revenue sources, the City aims to sustain high‑quality service delivery, support infrastructure needs, and maintain financial resilience in a rapidly evolving environment.

Measure V – 1% Sales Tax Measure
While Chino’s current General Fund balance provides the City with short-term financial flexibility to provide for the continued financial solvency of the City, the Chino City Council voted on November 21, 2023, to place a 1% Sales Tax increase. On March 5, 2024, voters approved Measure V, also known as the Chino Public Safety, Roads, and Essential Services Protection Measure. This initiative raised the City's sales tax rate from 7.75% to

8.75%. It generated approximately $24.8 million in FY 2024-25. The revenue will be dedicated to supporting essential City services, including public safety, infrastructure improvements, and community programs, while ensuring local control and fiscal accountability.

Cash and Investments
The City Council annually adopts a statement of investment policy by resolution to oversee the management of City funds. The most recent revision of this policy occurred in January 2025. The policy emphasizes the safety, liquidity, and yield of investments, with safety and liquidity being the highest priorities. Yield, as the third priority, focuses on achieving the maximum return possible within the constraints of the first two objectives. As of June 30, 2025, the City's total government-wide cash and investments amounted to $281 million, consisting of $185 million for governmental activities and $96 million for business- type activities.

FY 2025-26 Budget
The FY2025-26 General Fund is projected to generate $132.9 million in estimated revenues and transfers in. The budget for operating expenditures, capital improvement projects, and transfers out total $128.4 million, resulting in a projected surplus of $4.5 million.

The City of Chino is committed to improving its fiscal strength and management practices to increase general fund reserves. With a focus on leveraging its significant growth potential and adopting more effective strategies, the City is well-positioned to foster sustainable progress. By prioritizing sound financial planning and embracing opportunities for innovation, Chino has the ability to strengthen its financial foundation and ensure a brighter future for its residents.
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AWARDS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Finance Awards – The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) awarded their prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Chino for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.

Receiving this award demonstrates the City’s commitment to high standards in financial transparency and reporting. To earn this distinction, the City’s ACFR had to be easily readable, efficiently organized, and fully compliant with both Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable legal requirements. The City believes that the current ACFR continues to uphold the standards of excellence required for the Certificate of Achievement Program. As such, the report has been submitted to the GFOA and CSMFO for consideration for another award.

Acknowledgements – The preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report is a collaborative effort that reflects the hard work and professionalism of the Finance Department staff. The City would also like to recognize the invaluable cooperation of its auditors, Badawi & Associates. This document represents the culmination of months of meticulous dedication from each member of the Finance Team. Without their unwavering commitment and expertise, this report would not have been possible.

CONCLUSION
As it looks to the future, the City of Chino remains committed to its tradition of providing compassionate and high-quality services to its residents while maintaining a focus on fiscal responsibility. The City Council continues to prioritize the delivery of exceptional customer service while laying the foundation for future financial growth. By implementing strategies to enhance revenue streams and strengthen fiscal resources, the City is well- positioned to expand its capacity to meet the growing community’s needs. The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report reflects these aspirations and serves as a blueprint for the City's commitment to continuous improvement and responsible stewardship. The City is steadfast in its goal to allocate resources effectively, promote public safety, provide enriching recreational opportunities, ensure safe infrastructure and utilities, and offer a wide range of programs and services for its residents.

Respectfully submitted,
Linda Reich Kim Sao
City Manager Director of Finance/City Treasurer
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CITIZENS OF CHINO
Chino City Council
City Treasurer Planning Commission Community Services, Parks & Recreation Commission
City Attorney
City Manager
Development
Services
Administration Human Resources Public Works
— Administration
— ADA Accessibility
— Building
— Planning
— Administration &
Housing
— Code Compliance
— ADA Accessibility
— Personnel
— Employee Services
— Liability
— Workers Comp.
— Administration
— CIP
— Public Works Services
— Waste Management
— Water
— Environmental
Engineering
—ROW Permits/Inspec.
— Transportation
Community Services,
Parks & Recreation Finance Police Department
— Administration
— Recreation Services
— Human Services
— Neighborhood Services
— Community Support
Services
— Parks & Facilities
— Building Management
— Fiscal & Accounting
— Purchasing &
Warehouse
— Utility Billing
— Business License
— Budget
— Payroll
— Administration
— Operations
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City Council – Elected Positions
Eunice M. Ulloa ............................................................................................................................................................................................... Mayor Curtis Burton .................................................................................................................................................................................... Mayor Pro Tem Karen Comstock ............................................................................................................................................................................. Council Member Christopher Flores .......................................................................................................................................................................... Council Member Marc Lucio ...................................................................................................................................................................................... Council Member Planning Commission
Jimmy Alexandris....................................................................................................................................................................................Chairperson Lissa Fraga .................................................................................................................................................................................... Vice-Chairperson Brandon K. Blanchard ........................................................................................................................................................................ Commissioner Kevin Cisneroz .................................................................................................................................................................................... Commissioner Vincent Lopez ..................................................................................................................................................................................... Commissioner Steve Lewis ......................................................................................................................................................................................... Commissioner Lawrence Vieira .................................................................................................................................................................................. Commissioner Community Services, Parks, and Recreation Commission
Robert Martinez ......................................................................................................................................................................................Chairperson Neal Jerry ....................................................................................................................................................................................... Vice-Chairperson Patricia Pereda Arlt ............................................................................................................................................................................. Commissioner Jamie Aviles ........................................................................................................................................................................................ Commissioner Stephanie Mendoza............................................................................................................................................................................ Commissioner Julissa Montenegro-Olivas ................................................................................................................................................................. Commissioner Linda Takeuchi ................................................................................................................................................................................... Commissioner City Staff
Linda Reich .......................................................................................................................................................................................... City Manager Hye Jin Lee ......................................................................................................................................................................... Director of Public Works Warren Morelion .................................................................................................................................................. Director of Development Services Kim Sao....................................................................................................................................................................................... Director of Finance Kevin Mensen ..................................................................................................................................................................................... Chief of Police Terry Doyle ................................................................................................................................................................ Director of Human Resources Silvia Avalos ............................................................................................................................................................ Director of Community Services Natalie Gonzaga ......................................................................................................................................................................................... City Clerk xi
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

To the Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
of the City of Chino
Chino, California

Report on the Audit of the Financial Statements

Opinions

We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the governmental activities, the business-type activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of the City of Chino (City), as of and for the year ended June 30, 2025, and the related notes to the financial statements, which collectively comprise City’s basic financial statements as listed in the table of contents.

In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the respective financial position of the governmental activities, the business-type activities, each major fund, and the aggregate remaining fund information of the City of Chino, as of June 30, 2025, and the respective changes in financial position and, where applicable, cash flows thereof for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

We did not audit the financial statements of the Water Facilities Authority, which represent 3.0 percent, and 16 percent, respectively, of the total assets and the operating revenues of the Water Enterprise Fund. Those financial statements were audited by other auditors whose reports thereon have been furnished to us, and our opinion, insofar as it relates to the amounts included for the City’s equity in the Water Facilities Authority is based solely on the reports of the other auditors.

Basis for Opinions

We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAS) and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are required to be independent of the City and to meet our other ethical responsibilities, in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audit. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinions.

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To the Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
of the City of Chino
Chino, California

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