CHINO INFRASTRUCTURE/STREETS COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
The July 6, 2026, Regular Meeting of the City of Chino Infrastructure/Streets Committee was called to order at 3:04 p.m. by Council Member Comstock in the Council Chambers.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT Marc Lucio, and Karen C. Comstock
ABSENT NONE.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no requests to speak.
CONSENT CALENDAR
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DISCUSSION
Discuss the Civic Center Central sent Replacement Dial and sily a So to tae te maintenance needs and improve efficiency.
Staff Report By: Michael Milhiser, Project Coordinator, Jeff Benson, Parks & Facilities Manager and Silvia Avalos, Director of Community Services, Parks & Recreation.
Mike Milhiser, Project Coordinator, Jeff Benson, Parks & Facilities Manager, and Silvia Avalos, Director of Community Services, Parks & Recreation, provided a presentation on the item.
Background was provided regarding the need to replace the heating and cooling system at City Hall and City Hall South due to age, availability of parts, and reliability. Staff recommended an option of air cooled chillers, a phased multi-year approach with an estimated total cost of $12 million dollars.
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Felix Yao, Lead Electrical and Principal, and Josh Meinig, Lead Mechanical, YAO Engineering, provided information regarding the proposed recommendations.
The Committee agreed with the Staff recommendation to proceed with the air cooled chillers option with any approvals required obtained from the City Council.
Pavement Improvements Zone 2 (Chino Avenue and Edison Avenue). Discussion regarding the limits of pavement work for each roadway segment, and next steps.
Staff Report By: Michelle Chapman, CIP Engineering Manager and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works
Michelle Chapman, CIP Engineering Manager, and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, provided a presentation on the item.
Stubbie Barr, commented on the need to comply with ADA requirements.
The Committee recommended staff to revisit the project scope regarding accessibility and connectivity.
4. REDA Project Update. Update on the REDA Project close-out activities, and discuss the proposed amendment that addresses reconciliation of eligible costs, remaining reimbursement obligations, and completion of outstanding work necessary for final project close-out.
Staff Report By: Jesus Plasencia, Assistant Engineer, Sylvia Ramos, Contracts and DIF Administrator, and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works.
Jesus Plasencia, Assistant City Engineer and Sylvia Ramos, Contracts and DIF Administrator, provided a presentation on the item. Staff recommended using decomposed granite (DG) along the sidewalk on Merrill Avenue to reduce long-term maintenance costs.
Stubbie Barr, commented he would like to see landscaping with trees along Merrill.
The Committee recommended contacting San Bernardino County since it is along the airport property to propose cost sharing for landscaping and ongoing maintenance along Merrill.
Council Member Lucio requested that staff obtain the County's response before bringing the item to the entire City Council in September.
5. Preliminary Design Elements for Pine Avenue Bridge and Connector Project. Discuss the Preliminary Design Elements for Pine Avenue Bridge and Connector Project.
Staff Report By: Eric Pheifer, Principal/Vice President, Biggs Cardosa, Michele Hindersinn, Senior Engineer and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works.
Michele Hindersinn, Senior Engineer, and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, provided a presentation to update the Committee on the preliminary design elements for the Pine Avenue Bridge and Connector Project and status of environmental study.
Ms. Lee noted that Eric Pheifer, Principal/Vice President, Biggs Cardosa, was unable to attend the meeting.
Stubbie Barr, commented that sidewalks on both sides of the roadway are required under the Municipal Code and the importance of providing safe pedestrian access and accommodating
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environmental transportation needs as part of the project.
The Committee inquired about the connection to Fairfield Ranch Road, which is being considered as a future connection option.
Carl Hassel, City of Chino Hills Engineering Manager, explained they are interested in having the Fairfield Ranch Road connection option, so it is available if desired by the community in the
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 4:42 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the Infrastructure/Streets Committee will be held as needed in these Council Chambers and posted with at least 72 hours notice per the requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 28 DAY OF JULY 2026.
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KAREN C. COMSTOCK, COUNCIL MEMBER
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NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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