CHINO CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING - CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
13220 CENTRAL AVENUE
CHINO, CA 91710
TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026
MINUTES
CLOSED SESSION - 4:30 PM
OPEN SESSION - 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
The July 21, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Chino City Council / Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 4:30 pm by Mayor Eunice M. Ulloa in the Council Chambers.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Mayor Eunice M. Ulloa, Mayor Pro Tern Curtis Burton, Council Member Karen C.
Comstock, Council Member Christopher Flores, and Council Member Marc Lucio NONE.
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no requests to speak.
CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Fred Galante read into the record the items listed on the Closed Session agenda, and announced Closed Session items 3 and 4 will be removed and not discussed.
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 REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code 54956.8
Property: APN: 1014-052-04; 5349 E. Phillips Blvd., Chino Agency Negotiator: Linda Reich, City Manager or her designee Negotiating Parties: Christopher Thi
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Potential Acquisition
3. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
Title: City Manager
4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
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Agency designated representatives: Fred Galante, City Attorney Unrepresented employee: City Manager
2 The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 4:31 p.m. Council Member Comstock arrived at around 5:05 p.m. The City Council concluded Closed Session at 5:44 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 6: 11 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE
Chino Police Explorer Jonatan Torres led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CEREMONIALS
Presentations
Chino Community Garden's 10th Anniversary - Recognition of the Chino Community Garden's 10th Anniversary - July 2026.
Mayor Ulloa presented Rachel Phelps, Community Services, Parks and Recreation (CSPR) Coordinator, Brittany Zarcal, CSPR Supervisor, Kaitlyn Chavez, CSPR Specialist, Chino Community Garden Partners Betty Celio, Xochitl Huerta, Nathaniel Franco, Esther Martinez, and Azie Gomez with a certificate of recognition of the Chino Community Garden's 10th Anniversary.
Retirement Recognition - Recognition of Warren Morelion, Director of Development Services, for 17 years of dedicated service to the City of Chino.
Mayor Ulloa presented the City Tile to Warren Morelion, Director of Development Services, in recognition of his retirement and 17 years of service to the City of Chino. Mr. Morelion was also presented with a recognition certificate from Chino Valley Fire District Board Members Tom Haughey and Harvey Luth, and Fire Chief Dave Williams.
Mayor's Home Beautification Award - Award of Mayor's Home Beautification Award for July 2026.
Mayor Ulloa presented the Mayor's Home Beautification Award for July 2026 to Mary Jane and Benjamin Sotelo of Vincent Street.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Fred Galante reported out of closed session as follows, noting closed session items 3 and 4 were not discussed.
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
The City Council received a briefing, and no further reportable action was taken.
2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code 54956.8
Property: APN: 1014-052-04; 5349 E. Phillips Blvd., Chino Agency Negotiator: Linda Reich, City Manager or her designee Negotiating Parties: Christopher Thi
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Potential Acquisition
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The City Council received an update, provided direction, and no further reportable action was taken.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/REVISIONS
City Manager Linda Reich reported there were no additions or revisions to the agenda.
INFORMATION
External Agency Report for July 21. 2026. Receive and file the External Agency Report for July 21, 2026 (Covering Meetings from May 1-31, 2026).
Mayor Ulloa announced the External Agency Report was included in the agenda packet.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Ulloa provided a reminder about the National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 and announced the City Council meetings scheduled in the month of August have been cancelled and the next regular City Council meeting will be on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor Ulloa announced that the meeting would be adjourned in memory of John Anderson, a longtime regional leader and scouting advocate. The meeting will be adjourned in his memory.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Pastor George Sasso, Calvary Chapel Chino Hills, provided the invocation.
Maureen Moe Mendoza, submitted a written comment, which was saved to the meeting record, and spoke regarding affordable spay and neuter programs, and requested it be added to a future City Council agenda along with a quarterly report.
Mayor Ulloa asked Ms. Mendoza to provide staff the partnership information for further review.
Dexter Jones, spoke in support of the new computers at the Senior Center.
Janice Parkerson, spoke in opposition of fireworks in the City.
Donna Marchesi, submitted a handout, which was saved to the meeting record. She spoke regarding the Paw Mission and the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC) partnership.
Darlene Lopez, resident, spoke regarding the Chino Police Department helicopter and fines for illegal fireworks.
Police Chief Mensen, at the Mayor's request, provided a report regarding the Fourth of July deployment. Council Member Lucio inquired about fireworks citations, and Police Chief Mensen confirmed the letters will be mailed out this week.
Frank Lopez, resident, spoke regarding the Chino Police Department helicopter program, and expressed opposition to banning fireworks.
Mayor Ulloa requested staff to follow up with Mr. Lopez.
Stubbie Bar, spoke regarding ongoing fireworks issues.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Ulloa invited the following public speakers who requested to speak on Consent Calendar items 3, 7, and 12, as follows:
Maureen Moe Mendoza, requested to comment regarding item 3, however, spoke regarding the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC) agenda.
Bob Nigg, provided a comment regarding Consent Calendar item 7, regarding the zoning code update and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) review requirements under Government Code 65585.
City Attorney Galante confirmed Consent Calendar item 7 is a zoning code amendment, not a general plan amendment, and Government Code 65585 does not apply.
Stubbie Bar, provided a handout and comment regarding Consent Calendar item 12, regarding the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) requirements in relation to the City leased building.
Mayor Ulloa requested follow up related to the ADA standards as it relates to Consent Calendar item 12 to be brought back to a future meeting.
Mayor Pro Tern Burton requested to pull item 7 and item 12 for a separate vote. A vote was taken on the remainder of the Consent Calendar items.
1. 2.
3. 4.
5. 6.
8. 9.
Warrants. Approve expenses as audited and within budget for warrants 7775999 to 7776212, and Electronic Fund Transfers 526857E to 526975E, totaling $6,591,600.43.
Minutes. Approve Minutes for the Regular Meeting on July 7, 2026 (All Members Present).
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.
Designation of League of California Cities Voting Delegates. Designate Council Member Comstock as the Voting Delegate, Mayor Pro Tern Burton as the 2nd Voting Delegate, and Council Member Lucio as the 3rd Voting Delegate for the 2026 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo.
Government Relations Update for July 21, 2026. Receive and file the Government Relations Update for July 21, 2026.
Adoption of Ordinance 2026-007. Approve the adoption of Ordinance 2026-007 (Second Reading), to amend sign policies of the City of Chino and reorganizes multiple chapters to Title 16 (Signs) of the Chino Municipal Code.
Item No. 7 was pulled from the Consent Calendar for a separate action.
Adoption of Ordinance 2026-010. Approve the adoption of Ordinance 2026-010 (Second Reading), to add a new Chapter 9.90 "Flavored Tobacco; Nitrous Oxide; Kratom Products" to Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals and Welfare) to the Chino Municipal Code.
Agreement for School Crossing Guard Services. Approve the Agreement for School Crossing Guard Services with the Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) in the amount of $381,905.35.
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10. Master Contracts - Chino Valley Unified School District. Approve Master Contracts with the Chino Valley Unified School District effective retroactive to July 1, 2026, for the provision of community services programs for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
11. Law Enforcement Services Agreement - Chino Valley Law Enforcement Services Agreement - Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) for School Resource Officers (SRO). Approve the agreement effective retroactive to July 1, 2026 between the CVUSD and the City of Chino for services for five (5) full-time SRO's and increase the current revenue appropriation by $107,808.10 to an adjusted amount of $1,125,712.43.
Item No. 12 was pulled from the Consent Calendar for a separate action.
13. Professional Services Agreement - Barber and Bauermeister. Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Barber and Bauermeister for specialized legal services in the amount of $225,000.
14. Data Ticket for Citation Processing Services Amendment. Approve Amendment No. 6 to extend the Agreement with Data Ticket for Citation Processing Services retroactive to July 1, 2026 for citywide parking and administrative citations.
15. Accept the Sustainable Transportation Planning (STP) Grant Award and Establish a New Project. Adopt Resolution 2026-052, accept the STPG Funding from Caltrans in the amount of $500,000 for Fiscal Year 2026-27; establish grant number G7270; and establish project number MS275 - Chino Active Transportation Plan.
16. Award a Professional Services Agreement to Glenn Lukos Associates, Inc. for the College Park Magnolia Channel Biological Monitoring and Reporting Services. Award a Professional Services Agreement for $196,260 to Glenn Lukas Associates, Inc., Santa Ana, CA for a five-year term for Magnolia Channel Biological Monitoring and Reporting Services.
Motion by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Council Member Comstock, to approve the Consent Calendar items 1-6, 8-11, and 13-16 as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NONE.
NONE.
ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
7. Adoption of Ordinance 2026-008 and 2026-009. Approve the adoption of Ordinance 2026-008 and 2026-009 (Second Reading), proposing amendments to Title 20 (Zoning), required to implement the 2045 General Plan and zoning map amendments for PL25-0108 (Zone Change).
ORDINANCE 2026-008: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PROVISIONS OF THE ZONING CODE (TITLE 20 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE) OF THE CITY OF CHINO. PL24-0146 (ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT).
ORDINANCE 2026-009: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE (PL25-0108) AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2010-06, WHICH ESTABLISHED THE ZONING MAP, BY CHANGING THE DESIGNATION OF THE PROPERTIES IDENTIFIED HEREIN.
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12. Mayor Ulloa requested a motion to approve item 7. There being no motion, Mayor Ulloa opened the item for Council Member comments and a discussion was held.
Warren Morelion, Director of Development Services, and City Attorney Galante provided more information on the item and noted any desired changes to the zoning ordinance can be made at any time in the future.
The City Council requested City Manager Reich to select two Council Members and assign them to an ad hoc committee to discuss any zoning concerns and report back to the City Council.
Motion by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Burton, to approve the Adoption of Ordinance 2026-008 and 2026-009, including direction to the City Manager to establish a Council ad hoc committee to review future amendments. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NONE.
NONE.
Notice of Completion - City-Owned Building Restoration Project - 5210 D Street. Accept the City-owned Building Restoration Project - 5210 D Street (IB259) completed by Oak Hallow Restoration, Inc. as complete.
Mayor Ulloa requested a motion for approval of item No. 12. There being no motion, Mayor Ulloa opened the item for City Council comments. City Council and Staff held a discussion on the item.
City Manager Reich noted that staff will confirm the accessibility assessment on the building and provide the update to the City Council.
Motion by Council Member Lucio, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Burton, to approve Consent Calendar Item 12 as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NONE.
NONE.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
17. Adoption of a Resolution 2026-050 Amending the City's Master User Fee Schedule. Adoption of a Resolution Amending the City's Master User Fee Schedule.
Staff Report By: Lisa Conlon, Revenue Manager
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution 2026-050 amending the City's Master Fee Schedule to establish new fees, revise Community Services fees based on updated cost calculations and market analysis and adjust select fees that require modifications beyond the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment authorized by the City Council.
Mayor Ulloa opened the public hearing.
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Kim Sao, Director of Finance, and Lisa Conlon, Revenue Manager, provided a presentation on the item.
The City Council and Staff held a discussion on the item. The City Council requested the removal of Planning Commission and City Council resident appeal fees.
Robert Nigg, provided a public comment in support of the resident appeal fee removal.
There being no requests to address the City Council on this item, Mayor Ulloa closed the public hearing.
The Mayor noted and City Attorney Galante confirmed the adoption of the resolution includes the deletion of the resident appeal fees DS02000 and DS02010.
Motion by Council Member Comstock, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Burton, to Adopt Resolution 2026-050 amending the City's Master Fee Schedule to establish new fees, revise Community Services fees based on updated cost calculations and market analysis and adjust select fees that require modifications beyond the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment authorized by the City Council. The motion was amended to include the deletion of the resident appeal fees on DS02000 and DS02010. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NONE.
NONE.
18. Adopt Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District {LLMD) Assessment for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Conduct the Public Hearing and adopt Resolution No. 2026-051 directing the City Clerk to file a certified copy of the diagram and assessments with the County Auditor/Controller Recorder.
Staff Report By: Keith Martinez, Public Works Services Manager RECOMMENDATION: 1) Conduct a Public Hearing; 2) adopt Resolution No. 2026-051; and 3) direct the City Clerk to file a certified copy of the diagram and assessments with the County Auditor/Controller Recorder.
Mayor Ulloa opened the public hearing.
Keith Martinez, Pubilc Works Services Manager, and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, provided a presentation on the item.
There being no requests to address the City Council on this item, Mayor Ulloa closed the public hearing.
Motion by Council Member Flores, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Burton, to 1) Conduct a Public Hearing; 2) adopt Resolution No. 2026-051; and 3) direct the City Clerk to file a certified copy of the diagram and assessments with the County Auditor/Controller Recorder. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NONE.
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ABSENT: NONE.
NEW BUSINESS
8 19. Business License Reform and Small Business Protection Measure. Resolution 2026-049 calling the Election for the Ballot Measure to Reform the Existing City of Chino Business License Tax.
Staff Report By: Linda Reich, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION: (1) Adopt Resolution 2026-049, to approve the following: a. Call and give notice of a General Municipal Election for the purpose of submitting to the City's qualified voters "The City of Chino Business License Reform and Small Business Protection Measure." b. Request the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Bernardino to consolidate the Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026; c. Provide and set the rules for the filing of arguments for and against the measure and rebuttal arguments; d. Direct the City Attorney to prepare the impartial analysis of the ballot measure; and e. Provide for other election matters as required by law. (2) Conduct first reading of Ordinance 2026-011 to be submitted to City's voters, entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS BY THE CITY COUNCIL PURSUANT TO ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 9222, ADDING CHAPTER 5.03 TO THE
CHINO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO MODERNIZING CITY'S BUSINESS LICENSE
TAX, AND PROVIDING THAT THE ORDINANCE SHALL TAKE EFFECT ONLY IF
APPROVED BY A MAJORITY OF THE VOTERS VOTING ON THE MEASURE AT THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026," reading by title only and waiving further reading. (3) Authorize the Mayor, on behalf of the City Council, to prepare and file a written argument in favor of the proposed measure. (4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all the necessary documents on behalf of the City and (5) Appropriate $100,000 from current year General Fund budget surplus to fund the Business License Reform and Small Business Protection Measure election and voter information activities.
City Manager Reich, Kim Sao, Director of Finance, and Lisa Conlon, Revenue Manager, provided a presentation on the proposed business license reform and small business protection measure for consideration on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
An email comment was received for the item from Southern California Edison (SCE) regarding exempting franchise agreement holders and was saved to the meeting record.
Stubbie Bar, spoke in support of the proposed measure and provided suggestions regarding the ballot language.
The City Council and Staff held a discussion regarding the item.
City Attorney Galante read the Ordinance by number and title only, waiving further reading of the ordinance, to be adopted if approved by the voters:
ORDINANCE 2026-011: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA,
SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS BY THE CITY COUNCIL PURSUANT TO ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 9222, ADDING CHAPTER 5.03 TO THE CHINO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
MODERNIZING CITY'S BUSINESS LICENSE TAX, AND PROVIDING THAT THE
ORDINANCE SHALL TAKE EFFECT ONLY IF APPROVED BY A MAJORITY OF THE
VOTERS VOTING ON THE MEASURE AT THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026.
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20. Motion by Mayor Pro Tern Burton, seconded by Council Member Comstock, to (1) Adopt Resolution 2026-049, to approve the following: a. Call and give notice of a General Municipal Election for the purpose of submitting to the City's qualified voters "The City of Chino Business License Reform and Small Business Protection Measure." b. Request the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Bernardino to consolidate the Municipal Election with the Statewide General Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026; c. Provide and set the rules for the filing of arguments for and against the measure and rebuttal arguments; d. Direct the City Attorney to prepare the impartial analysis of the ballot measure; and e. Provide for other election matters as required by law. (2) Conduct first reading of Ordinance 2026-011 to be submitted to City's voters, entitled, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS BY THE CITY COUNCIL PURSUANT TO ELECTIONS CODE SECTION 9222, ADDING CHAPTER 5.03 TO THE CHINO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO MODERNIZING CITY'S
BUSINESS LICENSE TAX, AND PROVIDING THAT THE ORDINANCE SHALL TAKE
EFFECT ONLY IF APPROVED BY A MAJORITY OF THE VOTERS VOTING ON THE MEASURE AT THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026," reading by title only and waiving further reading. (3) Authorize the Mayor, on behalf of the City Council, to prepare and file a written argument in favor of the proposed measure. (4) Authorize the City Manager to execute all the necessary documents on behalf of the City and (5) Appropriat'e $100,000 from current year General Fund budget surplus to fund the Business License Reform and Small Business Protection Measure election and voter information activities. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NONE.
NONE.
Award Construction Contract to R.J. Noble Company for Pavement Improvements - Zone 1 & Cypress Avenue Project (ST260). Approve a Measure I Fund (322) transfer of $319,093 from Project R7231 to Project ST260 for a revised project budget of $974,993; approve PS&E for construction as approved by Public Works Director and award a construction contract to R.J.
Noble Company.
Staff Report By: Michelle Chapman, CIP Engineering Manager RECOMMENDATION: 1) Approve a Measure I Fund (322) transfer of $319,093, from Chino Hills Parkway Rehabilitation Project (R7231) to Pavement Improvements Zone 1 & Cypress Avenue Project (ST260) for a revised project budget of $974,993; 2) approve the plans and specifications for construction as approved by the Director of Public Works; 3) award a construction contract to R.J. Noble Company for $852,884 for Project ST260; 4) authorize approved contract change orders up to ten percent (10%), for construction contingencies; and 5) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City.
Michelle Chapman, CIP Engineering Manager, and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, provided a presentation on the item.
Stubbie Bar, spoke in opposition of the propose project, noting accessibility improvement issues.
Frank Lopez, resident, spoke regarding Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and fiscal responsibility, stating he felt Staff is providing the correct recommendation for this project.
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Ruth, resident, expressed concern regarding the current road conditions and expressed support of the proposed project.
At the Mayor's request, Ms. Chapman, reviewed the details for ADA improvements and timing related to the project.
Mayor Ulloa requested that future staff reports explain ADA requirements in detail, when applicable.
Motion by Council Member Comstock, seconded by Council Member Lucio, to 1) Approve a Measure I Fund (322) transfer of $319,093, from Chino Hills Parkway Rehabilitation Project (R7231) to Pavement Improvements Zone 1 & Cypress Avenue Project (ST260) for a revised project budget of $974,993; 2) approve the plans and specifications for construction as approved by the Director of Public Works; 3) award a construction contract to R.J. Noble Company for $852,884 for Project ST260; 4) authorize approved contract change orders up to ten percent (10%), for construction contingencies; and 5) authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NONE.
NONE.
21. Establish a Capital project and Award a Professional Services agreement to Van Dyke Landscape Architects for Irrigation & Landscape Design Services for Ayala Park. Establish Project Number PK270 - Ayala Park Irrigation Plan and appropriate $221,103 from the Water Fund (520) reserves; and award a Professional Services Agreement for $221,102.60 to Van Dyke Landscape Architects.
Staff Report By: Albert Espinoza, Public Works Deputy Director/ City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: 1) Establish Project number PK270 - Ayala Park Irrigation Improvements and appropriate $221,103 from the Water Fund (520) reserves; 2) award a professional services agreement for $221,102.60 to Van Dyke Landscape Architects for Irrigation & Landscape Design Services; and 3) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on behalf of the City.
Albert Espinoza, Deputy Director of Public Works/City Engineer, and Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, provided a presentation on the item.
Stubbie Bar, submitted a document, which was saved to the meeting record. He spoke regarding the project funding sources, and expressed concerns with using water funds.
Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, confirmed that the use of the water fund is acceptable for any improvement that could divert the use of potable water and help preserve potable water resources. City Attorney Galante confirmed that Ms. Lee's explanation provides a reasonable analysis to provide a nexus.
Motion by Council Member Flores, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Burton, to 1) Establish Project number PK270 - Ayala Park Irrigation Improvements and appropriate $221,103 from the Water Fund (520) reserves; 2) award a professional services agreement for $221,102.60 to Van Dyke Landscape Architects for Irrigation & Landscape Design Services; and 3) authorize the City Manager to execute all necessary documents on
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behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ULLOA, BURTON, COMSTOCK, FLORES, AND LUCIO
NONE.
NONE.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Ulloa
11 Mayor Ulloa reported on the Walk of Honor for Captain Ryan Croley and the Chino Community Garden 10th Anniversary.
Mayor Pro Tern Burton
Mayor Pro Tern Burton reported on the following meetings and events including a City Manager meeting; Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC) one-year Anniversary event; announced he and staff will look into ARC program concerns expressed during public comments; City Manager meeting; Planning Commission meeting; Walk of Honor for Captain Ryan Croley; ARC Briefing; water meeting with staff; and Closed Session.
Council Member Comstock
Council Member Comstock reported on the Chino Valley Fire District Board Meeting; Walk of Honor for Captain Ryan Croley; and offered condolences to the family of John Anderson.
Council Member Flores - No report.
Council Member Lucio
Council Member Lucio reported on the ARC one-year Anniversary and the Chino Demolition Derby.
City Manager's Report - No report.
City Attorney's Report - No report.
Director's Report
Hye Jin Lee, Director of Public Works, provided an update on the Chino Youth Museum new Aqua Mirror Live Exhibit; El Nino emergency response plan to address the anticipated heavy rains; and the unfunded mandates due to MS4 storm water permit.
Mayor Ulloa asked staff to begin seeking cooperative assistance to address the impacts of the downstream catch basins.
Police Chief's Report
Police Chief Mensen provided an update on the upcoming Police Community Academy program open to community members.
Fire Chief's Report - No report.
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ADJOURNED IN MEMORY OF JOHN ANDERSON
12 Mayor Ulloa adjourned the meeting in memory of John Anderson at 9:11 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, September 1, 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 1 ST DAY OF S TEMBER 2026.
ATTEST:
N~ CLERK
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