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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
APRIL 26, 2022
REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Marquez called the Closed Session to order 5:30 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: RAY MARQUEZ
PETER ROGERS
ART BENNETT
CYNTHIA MORAN
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: BRIAN JOHSZ
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
MARK D. HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
ELIZABETH CALCIANO, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Marquez declared the meeting recessed at 5:30 p.m. for Closed Session.
City Clerk Balz did not attend this portion of the meeting.
LIABILITY CLAIMS
1. Ernesto Valdivieso, an individual v. Angie Nixon, Computer Service Company, City of Chino Hills, a public entity, and Does 1 To 50, inclusive- San Bernardino County Superior Court Case No. CIVDS 1913058
2. Ashley Bautista, an incompetent, by and through her Guardian ad Litem, John Bautista v. City of Chino Hills, a public entity, and Does 1 To 50, inclusive - San Bernardino County Court Case No. CIVDS 2103831
INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) Initiation of Litigation (1 case)
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REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 for price and terms for property located at 5356 Anderson Street in the City of Chino; Benjamin Montgomery, City Manager, City's Negotiator and County Tax Collector, County of San Bernardino, Negotiator
EXISTING LITIGATION
Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Existing Litigation (1 case): Orange County Flood Control District v. Leonard M. Amato, Trustee et al. - CIVSB 2134688
CLOSED SESSION RECESS
Mayor Marquez recessed the Closed Session at 6:47 p.m.
CONVENE MEETING AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Marquez called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: RAY MARQUEZ
PETER ROGERS
ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ (Arrived at 7:34 p.m.)
CYNTHIA MORAN
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
MARK D. HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
DANIEL BOBADILLA, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CHRISTA BUHAGIAR, FINANCE DIRECTOR
BRANDON FONACIER, COMMUNITY RELATIONS ANALYST I
NICOLE FREEMAN, PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
GARTH GOODELL, CHIEF OF POLICE, CHINO HILLS
ROD HILL, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
JOANN LOMBARDO, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
JONATHAN MARSHALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
CARLOS SKIBAR, DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF, CHINO VALLEY FIRE
DEPARTMENT
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led by Nicole Torres, resident and Ayala High School Student.
INVOCATON
Led by Chaplain Bob Hilton, San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department.
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PRESENTATIONS
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL ARBOR DAY
Mayor Marquez presented a proclamation proclaiming April 30, 2022, as National Arbor Day to Tony Fusco, Public Works Landscape Inspector II. Tony thanked Council for the recognition and announced the Arbor Day tree planting and trail cleanup event being held on Saturday, April 30th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the La Sierra Trailhead.
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
Mayor Marquez presented a proclamation proclaiming May 5, 2022, as National Day of Prayer to Senior Pastor Brian Benson with the Chino Valley Community Church. Senior Pastor Benson thanked Council for the recognition and said prayer is not regarded as a duty but as a privilege.
PROCLAMATION - PROFESSIONAL MUNICIPAL CLERK'S WEEK
Mayor Marquez presented a proclamation proclaiming May 1-7, 2022, as Professional Municipal Clerk's Week to Lynnae Sisemore, Assistant City Clerk and Jessica Contreras, Deputy City Clerk II. Lynnae thanked Council for the recognition and spoke of the essential role and typical responsibilities of Municipal Clerks in local government.
Jessica also thanked Council for the recognition and spoke about how the City Clerk's Office will promote Professional Municipal Clerk's Week with staff and members of the public.
PROCLAMATION -ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER MONTH
Mayor Marquez presented a proclamation proclaiming the month of May, as Asian American Pacific Islander month to Parks and Recreation Commission Chair, Jennifer Holtkamp. Parks and Recreation Commission Chair Holtkamp thanked Council for the recognition and said she was humbled how the City celebrates diversity.
PROCLAMATION -WATER AWARENESS MONTH
Mayor Marquez presented a Proclamation proclaiming the month of May as Water Awareness Month to Jake Loukeh, Water Use Efficiency Coordinator. Jake thanked Council for the recognition and stated that residents could call Public Works regarding water conservation concerns and spoke about Stage II Water Conservation efforts.
RECOGNITION - 21ST ANNUAL WATER CONSERVATION DESIGN-A-SIGN
CONTEST AND TEACHER AWARD
Mayor Marquez and Community Services Coordinator Vanessa Badosa presented plaques to: Rolling Ridge Elementary School Vice Principal Lisa Conetta-Lee and Ruben S. Ayala High School Principal Diana Yarboi and Art Fundamentals Teacher Sergio Robelto, for having the most participants in the Water Conservation Poster contest.
Mayor Marquez and Vanessa announced the 21 st Annual Water Conservation Design- A-Sign Contest winners and Teacher award to Selena Martinez, Oak Ridge Elementary School.
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
There was no reportable action taken in Closed Session
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Suzette Dang representing Supervisor Hagman's office, announced that Supervisor Hagman will be partnering with San Bernardino County Workforce Development Department, Law Offices of Public Defenders, City of Ontario, and Congressmember Torres to host the "West End Hiring and Record Clearing Event" on Thursday, May 12th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Anthony Munoz Community Center in Ontario.
Jim Gallagher, resident, spoke about upcoming Chamber of Commerce events being held in Chino Hills: Pizza and Politics, topic: Measure Y on Thursday, April 27th and Taste of Chino Valley on Thursday, May 26th.
Ronnie Guyer, resident, thanked Senior Pastor Benson for accepting the National Day of Prayer proclamation and spoke about water conservation. He also introduced his friend, retired Marine Corps Veteran Joe Miranda to Council.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST ANNOUNCEMENTS
There was no conflict of interest announcements to record.
CITY DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Marquez announced the Consent Calendar items and asked Council if there were any items to pull. Hearing none, a motion was made by Vice Mayor Rogers and seconded by Council Member Bennett to approve the following Consent Calendar items:
Council Member Johsz arrived to the meeting at 7:34 p.m.
MINUTES
The City Council approved the April 12, 2022, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes, as presented.
PAYMENT REGISTERS
The City Council ratified payments over$25,000 totaling $6,681,671.09 for month ended March 31, 2022, as presented.
INVESTMENT REPORT
The City Council received and filed the monthly Investment Report for the month ended March 31, 2022, as presented.
AGREEMENT - COMMERCIAL FUELING STATION SERVICES - RESOLUTION
ADOPTED
The City Council (1) adopted Resolution No. 2022R-026 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2021-22 Increasing the Budget in Various Funds by $40,000 for Fuel Purchases for City Fleet, (2) authorized the
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execution of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement A2017-152 with Cardlock Fuels System LLC, dba SC Fuels (SC Fuels) increasing the annual not-to-exceed amount from $200,000 to $240,000 through June 30, 2022; (3) approved Cardlock Fuels System LLC, dba SC Fuels as the sole source provider for consumables and servicing per Chino Hills Municipal Code Section 3.18.050B; and (4) authorized execution of a new five- year Agreement No. A2022-086 with Cardlock Fuels System LLC, dba SC Fuels, in an annual amount of $250,000 with a total not-to-exceed $1,250,000 for the purchase of fuel for City fleet vehicles and equipment.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, ROGERS, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
DISCUSSION CALENDAR ITEM
RESCHEDULE BUDGET WORKSHOP AND CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Clerk Balz briefed the Council on the report, which is on file in the City Clerk's office.
She stated that both high school graduation ceremonies will be held on May 24th, which presents a conflict with the Budget Workshop and regularly scheduled City Council meeting.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Vice Mayor Rogers and seconded by Council Member Bennett to reschedule the May 24, 2022 Budget Workshop and Council Meeting to Wednesday, May 25, 2022, due to the conflict with Ruben S. Ayala and Chino Hills High School graduation ceremonies.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, ROGERS, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED GUIDELINES IMPLEMENTATION PROCEDURES Community Development Director Lombardo briefed the Council on the report, which is on file in the City Clerk's office and stated that the purpose of the guidelines is to encourage the community to use transit, and introduced Linscott, Law & Greenspan Engineers (LLG) Consultant Trissa de Jesus Allen, P.E., who provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT)guidelines. She said the goals are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, develop multimodal transportation networks, and diversity land use. She also spoke about the screening criteria for land use projects, Low VMT areas, VMT thresholds of significance, and VMT impact mitigation.
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Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Bennett to (1) adopt Resolution No. 2022R-027 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting Procedures for Implementing Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Guidelines, and Determining That the Adoption of the VMT Implementation Procedures is Not a Project Under the California Environmental Quality Act; and (2) adopt a new policy to the Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual -Section 3.8 Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Guidelines Implementation Policy.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, ROGERS, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
EMERGENCY REPAIRS - WELL 15
Public Works Director Bobadilla briefed the Council on the report, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. He stated that the City currently has 1,2,3-TCP in the groundwater and that the City is in the process of trying to mitigate that by building a treatment plant.
He said that staff expects the treatment plant to be running by the end of 2023, or early 2024, but in the interim we need to find solutions to conserve water. He spoke about the contamination in wells and how arsenic from rocks and soil get into the groundwater.
He said that resin can eliminate the arsenic in Well 15 and that this well can produce about 2,400-acre feet of water per year, will contribute toward conservation efforts, and could be up and running in the next couple of months. Public Works Director Bobadilla said that staff recommends that Council consider the current drought and water supply shortage an emergency and authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement Purolite who will purchase the resin necessary to remove the arsenic from Well 15 in an amount of$467,672.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Moran and seconded by Vice Mayor Rogers to (1) find by four-fifths vote of the Council that the water supply emergency caused by the drought requires immediate action and that it is necessary to respond by authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a Public Works Agreement with Purolite, an Ecolab Company, to repair Well 15 without a competitive solicitation for bids; (2) adopt Resolution No. 2022R-028 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2021-22 Increasing the Water Utility Fund Budget by $46,641 for Emergency Repairs to Well 15; (3) authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a Public Works Agreement, subject to approval by City Attorney as to form, without competitive solicitation of bids, with Purolite, an Ecolab Company, in an amount not-to exceed $467,672 pursuant to Public Construction Code 22050; and (4) direct staff to place this item on the agenda to review the emergency action at the next regularly scheduled meeting and at every regularly scheduled meeting
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thereafter until the action is terminated, to determine, by a four-fifths vote, if there is a need to continue the action.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, ROGERS, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ITEMS INITIATED BY COUNCIL
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION - STUDENT MEMBER
Mayor Marquez explained the selection process for appointment of a student member to the Parks and Recreation Commission and thanked all the students that applied. He announced his nomination to appoint Nicole Torres to the Commission and called for a motion.
A motion was made by Council Member Bennett and seconded by Council Member Johsz to appoint Nicole Torres as the Student Member of the Parks and Recreation Commission, with a term expiring on April 30, 2023.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, ROGERS, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
Ms. Torres thanked Mayor Marquez and Council for the opportunity to serve the community. Mayor Marquez presented Ms. Torres with a City lapel pin and introduced her to Parks and Recreation Commission Chair Holtkamp.
PUBLIC HEARING
MASTER SCHEDULE OF FEES, FINES, AND PENALTIES - RESOLUTON
ADOPTED
Finance Director Buhagiar briefed the City Council on the staff report and PowerPoint presentation, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Mayor Marquez opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to address the City Council on the matter. Hearing none, Mayor Marquez closed the public hearing.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Bennett and seconded by Vice Mayor Rogers to (1) adopt Resolution No. 2022R-029, of the City of Chino
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Hills, Approving the Proposed New Fees, Fee Revisions and Increases, and Adopting the Master Schedule of Fees, Fines, and Penalties Effective July 1, 2022, and Determining That the Adoption of the Fees, Fines and Penalties is Exempt From Review Under the California Environmental Quality Act;and (2) authorized the refund of Military Banner Combo fees collected in Fiscal Year 2021-22.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, ROGERS, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER REPORT
Public Information Officer(PIO) Freeman announced the following information:
COVID-19 VACCINE & TESTING
• County Pfizer vaccine events continue on Tuesdays, May 10 and May 31, 2022 at the McCoy Equestrian & Recreation Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. • Appointments are recommended and can be made online at www.sbcovid19.com or by calling the County's COVID-19 hotline at(909) 387- 3911, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., walk-ins will be allowed until one hour before closing
CHINO HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT PUBLIC SAFETY MEETING
• Thursday, April 27th at 6:00 pm at the Chino Hills Community Center • Police Department will provide a presentation and opportunity for discussion regarding current crime trends and community concerns - no registration required
RECREATION & CITY NEWS
• Annual Arbor Day Tree Planting & Trail Cleanup Event o Volunteers are needed to help plant 40 trees and assist with trail cleanup in at the La Sierra Trailhead on Saturday, April 30th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
o Chino Hills is proudly recognized as an official "Tree City USA" by the National Arbor Day Foundation which reflects our commitment to our urban forest
o No pre-registration is required, the City will provide all necessary equipment
• Organic Waste Community Workshops
o Meet the City's new waste and recycling service provider, Waste Management, and learn about the new organic waste requirements for households and businesses
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o Residents will learn how to sort household waste properly followed by a Questions &Answers on Wednesday, May 4th at 6:00 p.m. at the Chino Hills Community Center
o Businesses will have the opportunity for one-on-one walk-in meetings during two different days and times on either Monday, May 9th or Thursday, May 12 between 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the City Hall Community Room
o No pre-registration is required for either workshop • Summer Recreation Guide & City News Brochure Now Available o The brochure includes general City News as well as upcoming events and recreation programming for all ages
o Some of the highlights include our Community Services Open House on Saturday, May 7th and the full lineup and schedule for the annual summer concerts and movies in the park series which return mid-June SAFETY UPDATES - Police and Fire
Fire: Deputy Fire Chief Skibar announced the 33rd Functional Survival through the Fire District's High-Performance CPR Program, which means the survival rate is walking or talking without assistance. He said survival rates in San Bernardino County have increased from 21.5 to 62.5 percent in 2021. He said there are opportunities to partner with the District by signing up for the Heart Safe and Blue Safe Programs via their website at: www.chinovallevfire.orq. He stated that the Fire District is preparing for their annual wildiand fire training on May 9, 10, and 13th between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. He stated that the Fire Safe Council will meeting virtually on May 4th and will have a representative from Brand Guard Vents presenting their products to Chino Hills residents. He said that they are in their final interviews for with firefighter/paramedic positions, are currently accepting applications for two mechanic positions, and are in the hiring process for a new Human Resources Director. He announced the 13th Annual Chino Valley Fire Foundations "Hot Rod and Bike Show" being held at The Shoppes on May 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Lastly, he stated that a special Fire Board meeting will be held on May 4th to provide an overview of the Fire Station 68 Project.
Police: Police Chief Goodell stated lately there has been an increase with students loitering at shopping centers, businesses, and parks during school hours. He said that he would like to remind parents that there is a daytime curfew for school aged students, which is from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. He stated that the police department recently cited 10 students which resulted in $100 fine per student. He said that an 83-year-old male with onset dementia went missing on Sunday morning at 6:30 a.m. and was later located at 10:30 a.m. in Chino and has been reunited with his family. Lastly, he announced the police department's public safety meeting tomorrow night at the Chino Hills Community Center.
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COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Marquez
• LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES (CALCITIES) - INLAND EMPIRE DIVISION
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Mayor Marquez attended the League of California Cities (CalCities) - Inland Empire Division Executive Committee meeting and said guest speaker Sarah Watterson, President from Brightline West spoke to the committee about a high- speed rail from the City of Rancho Cucamonga to Las Vegas. He said it will be an inexpensive two-hour trip and will consist of 23 trains starting every forty-five minutes. He said that construction will begin in 2023 and will be completed by 2025. He spoke about the opening of Top Golf in Ontario and said it was a great new amenity in San Bernardino County.
• SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY - METRO
VALLEY STUDY SESSION
Mayor Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority - Metro Valley Study Session meeting and said that committee was given updates on projects and contracts throughout the County. He said the Transit Committee awarded contracts for the Arrow Maintenance Hydrogen Fuel Upgrade Project and discussed the Multimodal Transportation quarterly updates. • SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS -
LEGISLATIVE/COMMUNICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Mayor Marquez attended the Southern California Association of Governments Legislative/Communications and Membership Committee meeting and said that the staff is monitoring well over eighty bills on housing. He said that the committee took support positions on AB 1910, AB 1695, AB 2218, and SB 490, and opposed AB 1976 and SB 930.
• SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY BOARD (METROLINK)
Mayor Marquez attended the Southern Regional Rail Authority Board (Metrolink) meeting and stated that they had a public hearing regarding the Arrow Service launch in October 2022, which will be a nine-mile line from Redlands University to downtown San Bernardino. He said they discussed a three-year law enforcement contract for the Arrow Service project which will be handled by the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department and all the service areas.
Vice Mayor Rogers
• TRES HERMANOS JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
Vice Mayor Rogers attended the Tres Hermanos Joint Powers Authority meeting and stated that the Authority members approved future teleconferencing and the II
rescheduling of a new meeting dates for the Authority.
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Council Member Bennett
• CHINO VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD
Council Member Bennett attended the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce Board meeting and announced the upcoming Taste of Chino Valley event at The Shoppes where everyone can sample food from local restaurants. For more information about the event to visit the Chambers website. He spoke about the Chamber's recent renovations to their office in downtown Chino and that they are seeking sponsors for office furniture.
Council Member Johsz
• WEST VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT BOARD Council Member Johsz attended the West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District Board meeting and stated that last week was Mosquito Awareness Week.
He reminded everyone that mosquitoes can breed in a small amount of water, such as a small bottle cap, and to remove any standing water to avoid mosquitoes.
• SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SOLID WASTE TASK FORCE
Council Member Johsz attended the San Bernardino County Solid Waste Task Force meeting and discussed the new organic recycling program.
Council Member Moran
• OMNITRANS - PLANS AND PROGRAMS COMMITTEE
Council Member Moran attended the Omnitrans - Plans and Programs Committee and said the committee voted to recommend to the Board to adopt the 2023 Service Plan that will focus on service resumption. She said that they discussed a pilot shuttle to expand connectivity from the Ranch Cucamonga Metro Link Station to the Ontario International Airport. She stated that Omnitrans is proposing a fair reduction for senior and disabled customers who use Omnitrans and that seniors currently pay $2.00, and that the committee would like to reduce the fee to $1.00 and to utilize Measure I funds to subsidize those costs. She said they will be expanding their service boundaries to Chino Hills, Upland, Montclair, and Rancho Cucamonga.
• CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Council Member Moran attended the Chino Valley Unified School District's Board meeting and said that a new dedication ceremony for Chino High School students will be on July 14th. She said that the next school Board meeting will be on May 21st at Woodcrest Junior High in south Ontario, and that the Board will be recognizing graduating seniors who are entering into the military.
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COUNCIL COMMENTS
Bennett: Council Member Bennett attended the Tri-County Sheriff's Forum at the Chino Airport Hanger and heard about public safety legislation that is tying the hands of law enforcement. He said there was a lot of police helicopters and equipment to view, and that law enforcement is trying to upgrade to military grade.
Moran: Council Member Moran spoke upcoming businesses at The Shoppes and asked if there is a cap on non-revenue businesses such as salons. Community Development Director Lombardo replied that the City has entered into a development agreement with The Shoppes for how much retail and that there are provisions with exemptions and an operating memorandum. She said the retail market has fallen substantially in the past ten years and that the agreement would allow The Shoppes to bring tenants into spaces rather than having vacancies. She said that there is a review and internal process to avoid vacancies and keep it flourishing. Council Member Moran asked if Council could intervene. City Manager Montgomery stated that staff does a special review process on the impacts, which would not seek Council approval, and the benefit of non-tax businesses will likely generate more business in the City. Council Member Moran thanked staff for the explanation to educate Council and the public of the processes. City Manager Montgomery also stated that staff researches what is current and popular in other areas. Lastly, Council Member Moran stated that she attended the Tri-County Sheriffs Forum.
Johsz: Council Member Johsz stated that he is looking forward to the tree planting event this coming weekend.
Rogers: Vice Mayor Rogers asked staff to take a deeper review into how to reduce traffic accidents at the intersection of Eucalyptus and Peyton Avenue. He announced the Chino Hills Community Foundation's next jazz concert with Louie Cruz on May 13th at 6:00 p.m. at the Chino Hills Community Center. He said the Foundation is planning the Wine Walk in October. He thanked City staff for hosting the volunteer dinner and thanked all the volunteers that gave back to the City. Lastly, he stated there will be future discussions regarding water restrictions.
Marquez: Mayor Marquez stated that he and Vice Mayor Rogers met with Congressmember Torres and discussed future earmark funding possibilities and the 71 Freeway improvements funding sources. He said that he attended the volunteer dinner and thanked Vice Mayor Rogers for hosting the event. He also attended the Tri- County Sheriffs Forum and thanked public safety for all that they do to protect the community, as well as discussing the appeal of Proposition 47. He spoke about Supervisor Hagman's project to improve the El Prado Park by adding new bathrooms and showers next to the camping areas, and spoke about Supervisor Hagman's vision for future amenities there, such as a concert stadium, waterpark, etc. Mayor Marquez stated that he and staff met with Erica Jacquez from Verizon and spoke about narrow band trenching. Lastly, he congratulated Nicole Torres for being appointed to the Parks and Recreation Student Commissioner and said that she will do great in this position.
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ADJOURN IN MEMORIAM
Mayor Marquez adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m. in tribute and honor of those who serve and have served in the Armed Forces at home and abroad. Their sacrifice and strength protect the goals and ideals that have made this Country great.
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APPROVED: May 10, 2022