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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Marquez called the Closed Session to order 5:30 p.m. and requested Assistant City Clerk Sisemore to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: RAY MARQUEZ
PETER ROGERS
ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ
CYNTHIA MORAN
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
ELIZABETH CALCIANO, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT 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.
Assistant City Clerk Sisemore did not attend this portion of the meeting.
EXISTING LITIGATION
Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Existing Litigation - City of Chino Hills v. The Dow Chemical Company et. al. - Case No. CIVDS 2024219.
THREAT OF LITIGATION
Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(2) Threat of Litigation (1 case).
INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) Initiation of Litigation (1 case).
LIABILITY CLAIMS
a. 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
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b. 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 Superior Court Case No. CIVSB 2103831 C. Guillermo E. Romani, an individual v. State of California; County of San Bernardino, a California public entity; City of Chino Hills, a California municipal entity; and Does 1 through 50, inclusive - San Bernardino County Superior Court Case No. CIVSB 2207412
d. Joshua Poli, an individual v. City of Chino Hills, a public entity, and Does 1 to 30, inclusive - San Bernardino County Superior Court Case No. CIVSB 2215339
CLOSED SESSION RECESS
Mayor Marquez recessed the Closed Session at 6:43 p.m.
CONVENE MEETING AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Marquez called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and requested Assistant City Clerk Sisemore to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: RAY MARQUEZ
PETER ROGERS
ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ
CYNTHIA MORAN
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
ELIZABETH CALCIANO, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
DANIEL BOBADILLA, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
ELIZABETH CARLOCK, FINANCE MANAGER
BRANDON FONACIER, COMMUNITY RELATIONS ANALYST I
NICOLE FREEMAN, PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
WENDI GENSEL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK II
GARTH GOODELL, CHIEF OF POLICE, CHINO HILLS
ROD HILL, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
JOANN LOMBARDO, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMET DIRECTOR
JONATHAN MARSHALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
DEAN SMITH, ACTING DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF, CHINO VALLEY
INDEPENDENT FIRE DEPARTMENT
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led by Nico Gamm, Let It Be Foundation Youth Leadership.
INVOCATON
Led by Chaplain Adam Houde, Chino Valley Independent Fire District.
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CITY TILE - CHRIS BOND [7:01:41]
Mayor Marquez presented a City Tile on behalf of the City and Certificates of Recognition on behalf of Supervisor Hagman, Assembly Member Chen, Congresswoman Kim, and Senator Newman to Chris Bond for her years of service as an Administrative Assistant II from January 13, 2005, to September 22, 2022. Mrs. Bond thanked Council for the recognition and spoke about her gratitude with the City, colleagues, and the community throughout the years.
RECOGNITION - 2022 SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY CLASSIFIED SCHOOL EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR - STACY GILLESPIE [7:05:27]
Mayor Marquez presented Certificates of Recognition on behalf of the City, Supervisor Hagman, Assembly Member Chen, Congresswoman Kim, and Senator Newman to Stacy Gillespie, Assistant Principal's Secretary at Ruben S. Ayala High School for receiving the 2022 San Bernardino County Classified School Employee of the Year.
Ms. Gillespie thanked Council for the recognition and said it was a joy to work with Principal Yarboi and the students at Ruben S. Ayala High School.
RECOGNITION - GOLD ALL STATE NORTHERN DISTRICT CHAMPIONS - CHINO HILLS GIRLS SOFTBALL 8U [7:08:25]
Mayor Marquez presented Certificates of Recognition on behalf of the City, Supervisor Hagman, Assembly Member Chen, Congresswoman Kim, and Senator Newman to the Chino Hills Girls Softball 8U Team and Coaches for being the Gold All State Northern District Champions. Team Manager Eazor thanked Council for the recognition and commended the team for their triumphs throughout the year.
RECOGNITION - FASTPITCH SILVER ALL STAR TEAM NORTHERN DISTRICT CHAMPIONS - CHINO HILLS GIRLS SOFTBALL 10U [7:15:48]
Mayor Marquez presented Certificates of Recognition on behalf of the City, Supervisor Hagman, Assembly Member Chen, Congresswoman Kim, and Senator Newman to the Chino Hills Girls Softball 10U Team and Coaches for being the Fastpitch Silver All Star Northern District Champions. Team Manager Vermillion thanked Council for the recognition and commended the team for their victories throughout the year.
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS MONTH [7:24:05] Mayor Marquez presented a Proclamation proclaiming September as National Emergency Preparedness Month to Assistant City Manager Hill. Assistant City Manager Hill thanked the City Council for the recognition and announced an Emergency Preparedness Workshop on September 15th at the Chino Hills Community Center from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Mayor Marquez invited Principal Yarboi to the podium to speak about Ms. Gillespie's achievement of being named San Bernardino County's Classified Employee of the Year. Principal Yarboi said that Ms. Gillespie is dedicated, works long hours, is the Cheer Advisor, and leader of the high school's Advanced Placement (AP) program.
At this time, Mayor Marquez asked that everyone in the Council Chambers sing "Happy Birthday" to Council Member Bennett.
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ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION [7:30:02] There were no reportable actions taken in Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS [07:30:12]
Jeff Vaka, resident and Pomona Valley Habitat for Humanity Board Member said the Board is still seeking applications from Veterans for the two Habitat for Humanity homes in Chino Hills and for more information about becoming a future homeowner to visit their website at www.habitatpb.org.
Alexis Lepore and Nico Gamm, Let It Be Foundation Youth Leadership Members, spoke about the youth leadership program and to spread awareness of pediatric cancer. They handed out bracelets to City staff to commemorate children diagnosed with cancer and other life -threatening illnesses.
Glenn Alsdorf, resident, spoke about the new composting requirements and how it impacts water conservation during the drought due to cleaning out the trash cans each week.
Ronnie Guyer, resident, said he was elated by all the accolades this evening as well as discovering that the Prado Dam mural will be restored to its formal glory.
Steve Elie, President, Inland Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA) Board of Directors, spoke about a four hundred -million -dollar Regional Plant II project, water and wastewater effects, and noted that the recent rain was nothing compared to what is needed in the State of California.
Suzette Dang, representing Supervisor Hagman's office, congratulated all the young athletes that were recognized this evening. She said that earlier today, the Board of Supervisors appointed Chris Wilhite as the San Bernardino County Assessor/Recorder's Clerk. She announced the following events: Drive-thru shredding event at the Ontario Police Department on October 15th, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or until the shredding truck reaches its capacity; and Veteran Claims event on Wednesday, November 9th, between 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the District office.
John Ding, Congresswoman Kim's Representative, announced that Congresswoman Kim will be hosting a Wildfire Prevention Emergency Preparedness Seminar at the Yorba Linda Library on September 24th at 10:00 a.m.
Sharon Wilkins, resident, thanked Council for attending her husband's celebration of life event and sang happy birthday to Council Member Bennett.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST ANNOUNCEMENTS [8:50:49]
There was no conflict of interest announcements to record.
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CONSENT CALENDAR [7:50:56]
Mayor Marquez announced the Consent Calendar items and asked Council if there were any items to pull.
Hearing none, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Vice Mayor Rogers to approve the following Consent Calendar items:
MINUTES
The City Council approved the August 9 and 16, 2022, City Council Regular and Special Meeting Minutes, respectively, as presented.
CITY OFFICIAL REPORT
The City Council received and filed the City Official Report for the period of August 9 through September 12, 2022, as presented.
PAYMENT REGISTER
The City Council ratified payments over $25,000 totaling $6,106,102.01 for month ended July 31, 2022, as presented.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
The City Council received and filed the monthly Financial Report for the month ended July 31, 2022, as presented.
INVESTMENT REPORT
The City Council received and filed the Investment Report for the month ended July 31, 2022, as presented.
REGULATIONS PROHIBITING UNLAWFUL POSSESSION - CATALYTIC
CONVERTERS - ORDINANCE ADOPTED
The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 387 of the City of Chino Hills, Adding Chapter
9.10 to Title 9 of the Chino Hills Municipal Code Establishing Regulations Prohibiting the Unlawful Possession of Catalytic Converters in the City and Finding That This Ordinance is Exempt From Review Under the California Environmental Quality Act for Second reading (Introduced August 9, 2022).
QUITCLAIM DEED - TERMINATION OF EASEMENT - NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS The City Council authorized (1) the recordation of Quitclaim Deed No. 1007 from New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC to the City of Chino Hills for the sole purpose of terminating the easement in the City's real property as granted to New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC in the Grant of Easement recorded on October 29, 2009, used for access and utility purposes for construction, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of utility facilities appurtenant to leased site for wireless communications facility located at 14660 Lost Trail Drive; and (2) the release of the Lease Agreement Bond.
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LOCAL EMERGENCY DECLARATION EXTENSION - RESOLUTION ADOPTED The City Council (1) adopted Resolution No. 2022R-084 of the City of Chino Hills, Continuing the Existence of a Local Emergency, and (2) found that the Resolution is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - COSTCO GAS STATION RELOCATION AND
EXPANSION
The City Council authorized execution of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A2021-056 with Moore lacofano Goltsman, Inc., increasing the total compensation not -to -exceed amount from $67,870 to $105,237 for the preparation of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documentation for the Costco gas station relocation and expansion, carwash and warehouse expansion project.
WRITE-OFF UNCOLLECTIBLE UTILITY BILLING ACCOUNTS - RESOLUTION
ADOPTED
The City Council (1) adopted Resolution No. 2022R-085 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2022-23 Increasing the Budget in Various Funds by $39, 956.25 for the Write -Off of Uncollectible Accounts; and (2) authorized the write-off of $39,956.25 in uncollectible utility accounts receivable incurred prior to July 1, 2021.
REPLACEMENT TRACTORS - PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
The City Council (1) found the cooperative purchasing exception to competitive bidding procedures under Chino Hills Municipal Code (CHMC) Section 3.16.110.E applies because Deere & Company and CNH Industrial America, LLC (New Holland Construction) have existing contracts through Sourcewell and the procurement process utilized by Sourcewell is substantially similar to the provisions of CHMC Chapter 3.16 - Purchasing System; (2) authorized the issuance of a purchase order in the amount of $82,855.69 to Deere & Company utilizing the Cooperative Purchase Contract #110719- JDC for the purchase of a John Deere cab tractor; (3) waived the requirement under CHMC Section 3.16.110.E that Cooperative Purchasing contracts must have been obtained within the last 36 months and accept current contract between Sourcewell and New Holland Construction because they are desirable and in conformance with state law given the market conditions created by the COVID-19 pandemic, pursuant to CHMC Section 3.16.110.G; and (4) authorized the issuance of a purchase order in the amount of $131,679.58 to New Holland Construction utilizing the Cooperative Purchase Contract #032119-CNH for the purchase of a case backhoe.
MEASURE I FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL PROJECT NEEDS ANALYSIS - RESOLUTION
ADOPTED
The City Council (1) adopted Resolution No. 2022R-086 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting the Measure I Five -Year Capital Project Needs Analysis for Fiscal Years 2023-24 through 2027-28 to include the Valley Arterial Sub -Program: The Pine Avenue Extension Project and the Soquel Canyon Parkway/Peyton Drive Connection Project.
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NOTICE OF COMPLETION - CHINO AVENUE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
PROJECT
The City Council (1) accepted the Chino Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation project by R.J. Noble Company as complete; and (2) authorized the City Clerk to cause the Notice of Completion to be recorded.
AGREEMENT - WOODVIEW ROAD PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT - PHASE 2
The City Council (1) awarded Agreement No. A2022-215 to Gentry Brothers, Inc., in an amount of $320,931 for the Woodview Road Pavement Rehabilitation Project; and (2) authorized the City Manager, at his discretion, to approve cumulative change orders up to ten percent, or $32,093.10 of the awarded contract amount.
PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PMS) REPORT
The City Council received and filed the City of Chino Hills' 2021 Pavement Management System (PMS) Report which will assist the City Council and staff in developing and implementing a focused Citywide Pavement Management Program as part of the City's ongoing Capital Improvement Program efforts.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MORAN,
ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
DISCUSSION CALENDAR ITEM
EMERGENCY REPAIRS - WELL 15 - UPDATE NO. 7 [7:51:31]
Public Works Director Bobadilla briefed the Council on the report, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. He gave a brief history of the Well 15 progress and said that the Public Works Department received their first installment of resin late last week. He said that staff will install the resin and work with all the proper authorities to get the well operating in a shorter timeframe. He stated that they expect to receive the second shipment of resin sometime in October.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Mayor Marquez to (1) review and file update No. 7 to the emergency repairs at Well 15 in accordance with Public Construction Code 22050 and the emergency authority under Chino Hills Municipal Code Section 3.18.050.C; and (2) determine by four -fifths vote
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that there is a need to continue the emergency repairs at Well 15 pursuant to Public Construction Code 22050.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MORAN,
ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
PLANNING COMMISSION MATTERS
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 20317 AND TRACT HOME DESIGN REVIEW NO. 474 - SHADY VIEW RESIDENTIAL PROJECT [7:52:24]
The Planning Commission adopted Resolutions approving Tentative Tract Map 20317 and Tract Home Design Review No. 474 - Shady View Residential Project - TH Shady View LLC, applicant: (1) certifying Environmental Impact Report, adopting Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations, and adopting a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program under the California Environmental Quality Act; and (2) approved Tentative Tract Map 20317, Conditional Use Permit 19CUP06, and Tract Home Design Review 474 for development of 159 single-family residential homes and demolition and relocation of oil storage facilities with total capacity of 1,250 barrels for the Shady View Residential Project on 130 acres located at the southern termini of Shady View Drive and Via La Cresta.
There was no action taken on the foregoing Planning Commission item.
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER REPORT [7:52:34]
Public Information Officer (PIO) Freeman announced the following information:
• COVID-19 VACCINE & TESTING
o Free County testing events on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays of each month at the McCoy Equestrian & Recreation Center
o Appointments can be made online at www.sbcovid19.com • BLOOD DRIVES
o Blood drives continue every Tuesday through the end of December from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Government Center parking lot o Appointments can be made online, and walk-ins are accepted if space allows
• WASTE MANAGEMENT CART DELIVERY IS UNDERWAY
o This is the last week of new cart delivery. If you still have Republic Services carts after Friday, September 16th, contact the City at (909) 364-2606 for assistance
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• RECREATION & CITY NEWS
o Celebrate the Family contest entries are due Friday, September 30th ■ This year's theme is "Together We Make a Family"
■ Chino Hills students in Kindergarten through 8th grade to submit a poster or essay (depending on age) for the chance to win prizes ■ Entries can be submitted in -person to the Chino Hills Community Center
■ Find more information online on the City's website
o Bicycle Repair Station at Meadows Park
■ A new bike repair station is available for cyclists at Meadows Park ■ This amenity provides bikers tools to perform basic bike repairs and maintenance along rides, from changing a flat to adjusting breaks
■ The City is looking to hear from the community to consider and prioritize additional locations throughout Chino Hills
■ A survey is available at www.chinohills.org/BikeRepair through October 2, 2022
SAFETY UPDATES - Police and Fire [7:54:12]
Fire: Acting Deputy Fire Chief Smith stated that the Chino Valley Independent Fire District (CVIFD) employed seven new firefighter/paramedics to reinforce the ranks and ensure operational readiness for the prolonged heat of the summers. He said during the month of August, CVIFD personnel responded to 1,237 911 incidents in Chino Valley. He stated that CVIFD continued to deploy one ambulance by assistance of a higher agreement with American Medical Response, Inc. (AMR) under the authority with Inland Counties Emergency Medical Agency (ICEMA), and CVIFD's ambulance responded to just over 200 rescues within the Chino Valley jurisdiction. To this date CVIFD ambulances have responded to 5,782 911 calls and transported 2,435 residents and visitors within the community. Acting Deputy Fire Chief Smith stated that the Fire District hope to continue to provide these emergency, response services to the community and said that CVIFD was able to secure a fourth ambulance which will be received and deployed sometime in November. He announced that they hired a new Fire Mechanic and finished interviews for a new lead Fire Mechanic to keep the equipment in top shape. He said that the Fire District sent crews and staff to the Radford Fire in Big Bear and the Fairview Fire in Hemet and redeployed a unit to the Mosquito Fire in Placer and El Dorado counties. He thanked Council for attending the 9/11 Ceremony in remembrance of lives lost at the Twin Towers, Pentagon, and Flight 93 over Pennsylvania on September 11th. Lastly, he invited everyone to the Fire District's Open House in October at the Fire Training Center located at 5092 Schaefer Avenue in Chino to commemorate National Fire Prevention Month.
Mayor Marquez inquired about the fire that occurred at the Chino Airport. Acting Deputy Fire Chief Smith stated that there was two alarm fire at the Chino Airport and that CVIFD deployed 10 engines, two truck companies, and different command staff to get that fire under control. He said that CVIFD also worked with Los Angeles County on a different fire that bordered the City of Chino and Los Angeles County.
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Mayor Marquez asked Acting Deputy Fire Chief Smith to introduce the Board Members present in the audience. Acting Deputy Fire Chief Smith announced that the Fire District Board of Director Members Ramos-Evinger and Kreeger, and his colleague Battalion Chief Joe Desoto were present in the audience.
Lastly, Mayor Marquez said when he was on the Fire District's Board of Directors that the Clerk of the Board made her Directors shine and inquired about her upcoming retirement. Acting Deputy Fire Chief Smith announced the retirement of the Fire District's Clerk of the Board Sandra Heney and said she will be recognized at the Fire District's Board meeting tomorrow evening.
Police: Police Chief Goodell spoke of several arrests of interest. He said on September 6th a traffic stop was initiated on a vehicle racing over 80 miles per hour along Peyton Drive and Chino Hills Parkway. He stated that the driver was subsequently arrested, and his vehicle was towed and impounded for 30 days. Also, on September 6th a Tobacco Compliance Operation took place in 22 Chino Hills businesses. He said that 11 businesses were in violation and warnings were issued, and that a follow-up will be conducted soon to make sure those businesses are following the law. He stated that on September 7th Deputies conducted a traffic stop for expired vehicle registration and the driver provided false information as to his true identity. After further investigation the driver was identified and had four active warrants and, in his vehicle, he had two window punches and shaved keys which are used to steal cars. He said that he was arrested and transported to the West Valley Detention Center. Police Chief Goodell stated on Thursday, September 8th that Deputies conducted a subject check near Rimrock and Scenic Ridge and that the male subject was in possession of a firearm, magazine, ammunition, and ghost gun during the vehicle check. He was arrested, found to be a convicted felon, and was transported to the West Valley Detention Center.
Lastly, he thanked Council and city staff for supporting the Police Department's recent fundraisers.
Council Member Bennett spoke about fixing Proposition 47, regarding how prior felonies changed to misdemeanors and asked whether prior convictions of a felony constitutes an arrest. Police Chief Goodell answered affirmatively, prior felony convictions prohibits convicted felons from possessing certain items as a normal citizen, such as firearms or ammunition.
COUNCIL REPORTS [8:01:50]
Mayor Marquez
• LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES (CAL CITIES)
o LATINO CAUCUS BOARD
Mayor Marquez attended the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) Latino Caucus Board annual dinner at the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) conference and said that they swore in new officers and conducted a business meeting with speaker Catherine Hernandez -Rivera, Secretary to Governor Newsom. He stated that there are a lot of vacancies in the Inland Empire Division for the State for California, and those wishing to serve should view their website for more information.
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o INLAND EMPIRE DIVISION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Mayor Marquez attended the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) Inland Empire Division Executive Committee meeting and said that they had two guest speakers at their meeting, Deputy Chief John Aids and Supervisor Hagman. He said that they also received a presentation from Chris Burns with Boys Republic. He stated that at the annual Cal Cities conference that the Mayor and Council Leadership Academy honors their peers for hard work and dedication, called the Torch Program. This program includes three levels of achievement: Level I, Leadership; Level II, Advanced Leadership; and Level III, Leadership in Action. He said that both he and Council Member Moran received the highest level, Level III, of the Torch Award. • SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORATION AUTHORITY
o BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mayor Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Board of Directors meeting and voted on a Resolution of Necessity for Interstate 215 University Parkway Interchange Project. He said that the Board also conducted a hearing for a Resolution of Necessity for the property of interest for the West Valley Connector Project. • SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS
o EXECUTIVE ADMINSTRATION COMMITTEE
Mayor Marquez attended the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) - Executive Administration Committee closed session meeting regarding an employee evaluation for Executive Director Kome Ajise. o TRANSPORTATION POLICY COMMITTEE
Mayor Marquez attended the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) - Transportation Policy Committee meeting and said that the Committee approved the 2013 Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP), connect Southern California 2020 Amendment, and the active Transportation Program updates.
o REGIONAL COUNCIL
Mayor Marquez attended the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) - Regional Council meeting and stated that the Regional Council will continue to conduct hybrid meetings via zoom and said that they approved and adopted the Regional Early Action Plan (REAP) 2021 Sub Region Partnership.
o LEGISLATIVE COMMUNICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Mayor Marquez attended the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) - Legislative Communications and Membership Committee meeting and received legislative updates.
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• CHINO HILLS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Vice Mayor Rogers attended the Chino Hills Community Foundation meeting and announced that the Foundation approved donating $200,000 toward an all- inclusive play equipment for disabled children at Crossroads Park, the Community Services Mobile Recreation Van, and Mobile Stage. He said that they also approved up to $4,800 toward a purchase of two automated external defibrillator (AEDs) to the community, locations to be determined. He said a Concert Festival will be held this coming Saturday, September 17th at Community Park and tickets could be purchased online. He mentioned that the Wine Walk tickets are still selling with only 350 left to purchase out of 1,400 tickets. Lastly, he announced the upcoming art show being held on September 22nd at the Community Center to support local artists.
Council Member Bennett
• CHINO VALLEY INDEPENDENT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD
Council Member Bennett attended the Chino Valley Independent Fire District Board meeting and said that longtime Clerk of the Board Sandra Heney is retiring after 25 years and will be recognized tomorrow evening at the Fire Board meeting.
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 said that they recently found a mosquito sample with West Nile virus around Rolling Ridge and Glen Ridge in Chino Hills. He reemphasized to everyone to rid water in backyards and any outside areas of collected water where mosquitos may migrate.
COUNCIL COMMENTS [8:09:25]
Moran: Council Member Moran asked staff to review signage in front of Chino Hills High School. She said currently there is a speed limit sign for the area but no sign stating to slow down when children are present. Public Works Director Bobadilla said that staff could certainly investigate the signage in that area. Council Member Moran also asked if the Traffic Committee could review the signage in that area. Public Works Director Bobadilla answered affirmatively. Council Member Moran said this coming Friday, September 16th, will be the hometown rivalry of "Battle of the Bone" between Chino Hills and Ruben S. Ayala High Schools. She said that the 9/11 Ceremony was a great event hosted by the Fire District. She said that she and other entities noticed that the crowds for this event are dwindling each year and that we all need to remind everyone the significance of recognizing 9/11. She mentioned and recommended everyone to watch a documentary on Hulu, "9/11, A day in America." She stated that she would like all of Council to raise awareness and continue with Patriots Day when it comes to patriotism of our great country.
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Bennett: Council Member Bennett agreed with Council Member Moran sentiments about recognizing patriotism. He said that the 9/11 Ceremony was moving with the bagpipes and the celebration of remembrance of all those lives lost. He said that he attended the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) conference in Long Beach last week and attended a lot of great sessions, especially an informative one regarding fixing Proposition 47. He said that every state has problems with minimizing former felonies down to misdemeanors, and that the State needs more prisons. He attended the Chino Valley Chamber of Golf Tournament and said that it was a great turnout and spoke of the great programs that the Chamber will be implementing. He spoke about "Paws for Success" who were having issues with getting a permit to go from goat use only on the property to dog training, and they were successful in receiving the permit. Lastly, he said Boys Republic will host an annual award show for recognitions being held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., following with a barbeque.
Johsz: Council Member Johsz commended the Fire District for a moving 9/11 Memorial and that it was nice to see those that were present. He attended a KFI Radio Broadcast live from Luchador and said it was a great event that also promoted a local business.
He mentioned that old Republic trash cans have been piled up for two weeks along Fairfield Ranch Road and asked staff to investigate the matter. He stated that the Council approved an ordinance prohibiting unlawful possession of catalytic converters and asked Police Chief Goodell if impounding vehicles for street racing was a State penal code or could we do something more restrictive. Police Chief Goodell said for street racing the law allows impound for a maximum of 30 days and that other criteria that must be met, plus the impound cost is upwards of $3,000 for the storage, tow, and release fees to name a few. Council Member Johsz stated in other words there is no other way to stiffen the penalties for street racing. Police Chief Goodell answered no, there is no other way to do any more than that. Assistant City Attorney Calciano said that the City is preempted largely from regulating streets and highways because of the State.
Rogers: Vice Mayor Rogers attended the 9/11 Ceremony and said it was heartfelt an always an emotional event. He said that there were several children present such as Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts and that the crowds are starting to diminish. He stated that all of Council attended the League of California Cities (Cal Cities) conference in Long Beach and that said there were a lot of fun seminars as well as meeting a lot of other city staff members and elected that represent the State.
Marquez: Mayor Marquez thanked the Fire District for hosting the 9/11 Memorial and to remind us of all the 343 brothers and sisters that were lost that day. He said that he was a President of the Union at that time and raised over $300,000 and presented a check to good friends of his, Vin and Art, who were New York Firefighters. He said that they presented him with a cross made from one of the support beams that was left from 9/11, and that is something he will cherish forever. He attended a Transportation meeting called Mobility 21 Summit at the Disneyland Hotel with speakers Senator Josh Newman and California Transportation Commission (CTC) Chair Lee Ann Eager who spoke about choke points. He said that he spoke with Senator Newman and CTC Commissioner Michelle Martinez to discuss the 71 Freeway choke point in the future.
He said that he had a meeting with the Governor's Office Regional Coordinator Carino Tamayo and would like to start having more meetings to discuss matters in the Inland
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Empire, along with inviting Antonio Villaraigosa as he was appointed by Governor Newsom as the new Infrastructure Advisor. He said that he attended the Junior All American Football Opening Day on August 20th and spoke to the leagues about the City putting in AstroTurf in the fields. He stated that he attended a Waste Management open house and complimented staff that worked well with the concerns of residents along English Road. He said that he and Council Member Johsz attended a zoom meeting with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to discuss foreign influence on elections. He spoke about how fixing Proposition 47 did not qualify and hopes that it will qualify for the 2024 election. Mayor Marquez inquired about lights and gates on the pickleball courts. Public Works Director Bobadilla said that lights have been ordered and are expected to receive them in seven to eight weeks, roughly to be installed in the first quarter of next year. He also said that staff will need to do some additional design work for the footings of those light posts and looking at other alternatives to potentially install additional gates from the existing sidewalk that directs players onto the courts.
Mayor Marquez mentioned truck parking along Fairfield Ranch Road and thanked Council Member Johsz for bringing it to everyone's attention and to staff for taking care of the matter. He said that a lot of drivers stop at the section of Carbon Canyon Road and Pinnacle Road to talk on phones which impacts traffic down to one lane. He asked that signage be erected to try and mitigate the traffic in that area. Lastly, he thanked staff for fixing a broken sprinkler on Pinnacle Road.
Mayor Marquez asked that the student in the audience introduce himself and explain why he was in attendance of the meeting.
Pedro Mayville, Ruben S. Ayala High School Student, said he was in attendance for his Government class project.
ADJOURN IN MEMORIAM AND IN HOPE [8:30:00]
Mayor Marquez adjourned the meeting at 8:30 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.
Respectfully submitted,
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
APPROVED: September 27, 2022