2022-199
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Marquez called the Closed Session to order at 6:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz 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
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Marquez declared the meeting recessed at 6:00 p.m. for Closed Session.
City Clerk Balz did not attend this portion of the meeting.
EXISTING LITIGATION
o 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.
o Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Existing Litigation - Chino Basin Municipal Water District vs. City of Chino et. al. - Case No. RCV 51010
o Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Existing Litigation - City of Chino Hills vs. Flaviano E. Dimaranan, an individual; Adelaida A. Dimaranan, an individual; Ligang Li, an individual; Chuan Wang, an individual; Sommai Patamakanthin, an individual; Ashf Aq Kazi, an individual; Farhana Kazi, an individual; James Moon an individual; Geonju Moon, an individual; Xiangyan Gao, an individual; Yiming Qiu, an individual; and Does 1 through 30, inclusive - Case No. CIVSB 2215548
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Council Member Johsz left the Closed Session portion of the meeting at 6:20 p.m. and did not return for the remainder of Closed Session or for the regularly scheduled meeting.
CLOSED SESSION RECESS
Mayor Marquez recessed the Closed Session at 6:48 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
CYNTHIA MORAN
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: BRIAN JOHSZ
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
ELIZABETH CALCIANO, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
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 DEVELOPMET DIRECTOR
JONATHAN MARSHALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
SEAN O'CONNER, PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE AND
OPERATIONS MANAGER
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
DAVE WILLIAMS, FIRE CHIEF, CHINO VALLEY FIRE
DEPARTMENT
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led by Pastor Brian Benson, Chino Valley Community Church.
INVOCATON
Led by Pastor Brian Benson, Chino Valley Community Church.
PRESENTATIONS
RECOGNITION - CHINO HILLS GIRLS SOFTBALL 6U [7:02:14]
Mayor Marquez introduced Team Manager Pearsall who thanked Council for the recognition and commended the team for their victories throughout the year, and their parents for their time and dedication to the team. Mayor Marquez and Team Manager Pearsall presented Certificates of Recognition on behalf of the City, Supervisor Hagman, Assembly Member Chen, Congresswoman Kim, and Senator Newman to the
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Chino Hills Girls Softball 6U team and coaches for being undefeated in the 2022 Allstar season.
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH [7:09:55] Mayor Marquez presented a Proclamation proclaiming September 15 through October 15, 2022, as National Hispanic Heritage Month to Chino Hills High School Latino Student Union Leaders, Marisa Franco and Isabella Maldonado and Ruben S.
Ayala High School Spanish Club President and Vice President, Martin Lizardi and Miguel Lizardi.
Ms. Franco and Ms. Maldonado thanked Council for the recognition in honor of National Hispanic Heritage month.
Martin and Miguel Lizardi, brothers, thanked Council for the recognition and performed a Spanish song with guitar and violin after the presentation.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION [7:17:22] There were no reportable actions taken in Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS [07:17:32]
At this time, Council Members Moran and Bennett asked that everyone in the Council Chambers sing "Happy Birthday" to Mayor Marquez.
Suzette Dang, representing Supervisor Hagman's office, announced a few County updates and events: September National Preparedness App "Ready SB County"; County Museum celebration of National Hispanic Heritage month, www.sbcounty.gov/museum ; 2022 State of the County, Regional County and Business Summit on October 5th at the Ontario Convention Center; San Bernardino County career opportunities, www.sbcounty.gov/jobs ; Shredding event on Saturday, October 15th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or until the truck reaches its capacity at the Ontario Police Department parking lot; and lastly, a Veteran Claims event on November 9th at the District office in Chino Hills.
Cynthia Marino and DioLinda Loakes, distributed a handout to the Mayor and thanked Council for addressing the heavy landscaping along the fence at the Hidden Valley Townhomes in Phillips Ranch bordering Pomona in response to the increase in their homeowner's property insurance rates and to reduce the risk of wildfires related to that area.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST ANNOUNCEMENTS [8:50:49]
There was no conflict of interest announcements to record.
CITY DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
CONSENT CALENDAR [7:26:56]
Mayor Marquez announced the Consent Calendar items and asked Council if there were any items to pull.
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Hearing none, a motion was made by Vice Mayor Rogers and seconded by Council Member Bennett to approve the following Consent Calendar items:
MINUTES
The City Council approved the September 13, 2022, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes, as presented.
PAYMENT REGISTER
The City Council ratified payments over $25,000 totaling $10,503,129.51 for month ended August 31, 2022, as presented.
INVESTMENT REPORT
The City Council received and filed the Investment Report for the month ended August 31, 2022, as presented.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE AMENDMENTS
The City Council (1) reviewed and approved for public comment and future consideration the draft revisions to the Conflict of Interest Code as recommended by the City Clerk and City Attorney; (2) directed the City Clerk to post the revisions for review by affected employees for 45 days due to substantive changes; and (3)following the conclusion of the 45-day comment period and no later than December 13, 2022, directed the City Clerk to bring a Resolution to the City Council for consideration and possible adoption of the revised Conflict of Interest Code, if no additional substantive changes are recommended by staff.
AGREEMENT - 2022-23 CROSSING GUARD SERVICES
The City Council authorized the execution of a one-year Agreement No. A2022-223 with the City of Chino, Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD), and All City Management Services, Inc., (ACMS)with two additional one-year renewal options in an amount not-to-exceed $111,110.40 for crossing guard services for the 2022-23 school year.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER PROGRAM
The City Council authorized execution of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A2021-185 with the Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD), in an amount of $548,070, amending Section 1 to add a third School Resource Officer (SRO) and Section 2 modifying the funding conditions effective August 8, 2022 through May 25, 2023, for the SRO Program to provide additional coverage at Chino Hills elementary, junior high, and high schools as needed.
TERMINATION - COVID TEMPORARY PERMITS AND FEE WAIVERS
The City Council authorized (1) a 30-day notice of termination to the holders of COVID Temporary Outdoor Dining Patio permits that were permitted by Administrative Order No. 1 to address COVID-19; (2)termination of such permits on the thirtieth day after the 30-day notice is provided; and (3)termination of the COVID-19 Special Event fee waiver for businesses that was authorized by Administrative Order No. 1.
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UNCLAIMED FUNDS HELD BY CITY
The City Council (1) authorized a notice to be published once a week for two successive weeks in a newspaper of general circulation for unclaimed monies held by the City of Chino Hills for three or more years; and (2) authorized monies not claimed within 60 days after publication of the first notice to become property of the City and transferred to the General Fund and the Water Utility Fund.
BID AWARD - AGREEMENT - COMMUNITY PARK ARTIFICIAL TURF
REPLACEMENT AND IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
The City Council (1) awarded bid and Agreement No. A2022-224 to Asphalt Fabric and Engineering, Inc., in an amount of $1,646,855 for the construction of the Community Park Artificial Turf and Improvements project; and (2) authorized the City Manager, at his discretion, to approve cumulative change orders up to ten percent ($164,685.50) of the awarded construction contract amount.
BID AWARD - AGREEMENT - OLYMPIC VIEW DRIVE- SKYVIEW RIDGE
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT - RESOLUTION ADOPTED
The City Council (1) adopted Resolution No. 2022R-087 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2022-23 Increasing the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Fund Budget for the Olympic View Drive - Skyview Ridge Pavement Rehabilitation Project By $130,000; (2) awarded bid and Agreement No. A2022-225 to Dash Construction Company in an amount of $473,538.00 for the Olympic View Drive - Skyview Ridge Pavement Rehabilitation project; and (3) authorized the City Manager, at his discretion, to approve cumulative change orders up to ten percent, or $47,353.80 of the awarded contract amount.
NOTICE OF COMPLETION - GRAND AVENUE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
PROJECT
The City Council (1) approved Change Order No. 1 to Agreement No. A2021-136 with R.J. Noble Company in the amount of $53,633.51; (2) accepted the Grand Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation project by R.J. Noble Company as complete; and (3) authorized the City Clerk to cause the Notice of Completion to be recorded.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, BENNETT, MORAN, ROGERS NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: JOHSZ
DISCUSSION CALENDAR ITEM
EMERGENCY REPAIRS - WELL 15 - UPDATE NO. 8 [7:27:29]
Public Works Maintenance & Operations Manager O'Connor briefed the Council on the report, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. He stated that one of the containment vessels has been filled with the resin and preliminary testing indicates that the arsenic levels have greatly diminished and exceed water quality standards for the State of California. He stated that the water will be tested by an independent water laboratory
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and then later sent to the State of California Drinking Water Board, and that staff anticipates approval sometime in early October to be able to pump water in Well 15.
Mayor Marquez inquired about why this discussion item keeps coming back to the City Council.
Public Works Maintenance and Operations Manager O'Connor said it is pursuant to the Government Code since this is an emergency repair, staff must bring forward the item until the repairs are corrected and complete. Assistant City Attorney Calciano reiterated yes; this emergency repair must be brought back until complete. She also said that this is the legislature's way of discouraging city's from taking this type of action but when it needs to be done, this is the process to do it.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Bennett and seconded by Vice Mayor Rogers to (1) review and file update No. 8 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 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, MORAN, ROGERS NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: JOHSZ
PUBLIC HEARING
2021-22 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT [7:30:19]
Senior Management Analyst Hernandez briefed the City Council on the staff report, 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 Moran and seconded by Vice Mayor Rogers to approve the 2021-22 Consolidated Annual Performance and
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Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the Community Block Grant (CDBG) Program, as presented.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MARQUEZ, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MORAN, ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: JOHSZ
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER REPORT [7:33:39]
Public Information Officer (PIO) Freeman announced the following information:
• COVID-19 VACCINE & TESTING
o Free County vaccine events on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays of each month at the McCoy Equestrian & Recreation Center
o For more information about clinics and appointments, visit the County's website at www.sbcovid19.com
• RECREATION NEWS
o Registration for the Salute to Service Veterans Breakfast and Ceremony on November 11th is now open online at www.chinohills.orqNeterans • Free to attend but pre-registration is required as space is limited
• The City is creating a video slideshow to highlight and recognize the service of our local veterans that will be played during the breakfast
• To be recognized in the video, submit a photo no later than Friday, October 7th to the City's website
o Registration is also open to order signs for the Veterans Day Sign Campaign
• Signs are free for Chino Hills households with a veteran or active-duty service member, and $15 for households without a veteran or active-duty service member who want to show their support
• The deadline to order is Friday, October 7th and more information can be found on the City's website
o Parking lot maintenance at various City parks through the end of December
• During this time, parking lots may be closed for up to three days at a time, but parks and amenities will remain open during the maintenance.
• All work is being performed during the weekdays to minimize impacts
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• CITY NEWS
o Celebrate the Family contest entries are due Friday, September 30th o Free Mulch event for Chino Hills residents on Saturday, October 1st at The Shoppes beginning at 7:30 a.m. until supplies last
o If you still have Republic Services carts, Waste Management asks that residents please place the carts at the curb on your next normal trash collection day to be removed
SAFETY UPDATES - Police and Fire [7:35:37]
Police: Police Chief Goodell said on Saturday, September 17th, deputies conducted an occupied vehicle check at the Harkins Movie Theater parking lot. He stated that a male and female were contacted and provided false identification, a subsequent vehicle check yielded the discovery of methamphetamine and heroin inside the vehicle. Both suspects were transported and booked at the West Valley Detention Center. On Tuesday, September 20th, deputies conducted a traffic stop on Chino Hills Parkway near Grand Avenue, and that a male suspect was identified as being on probation in Los Angeles County. During his vehicle search, deputies uncovered burglary tools commonly used to steal catalytic converters. The male suspect was arrested for the burglary tools, violating his probation, and was transported to the West Valley Detention Center. On Wednesday, September 21st, at approximately two o'clock in the morning, deputies conducted a traffic stop on Fairfield Ranch near Central Avenue. The vehicle was occupied by three adults, the driver and two passengers were found to be on probation and had warrants out for their arrests. During the vehicle search, deputies located approximately one ounce of methamphetamine, drug packaging, scales, U.S. currency, a replica Glock handgun, stolen mail, and catalytic converter burglary tools.
All three suspects were arrested,the vehicle was impounded, and they were transported to the West Valley Detention Center.
Mayor Marquez said that he attended the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Rodeo and thanked the Sheriffs for a great event.
Fire: Fire Chief Williams said for the month of August that the Chino Valley Independent Fire District responded to 201 medical incidents, transported 89 patients to the hospital and with the assistance of a higher agreement they can continue with ambulance services through the end of October. He said that they are currently recruiting positions for a Clerk of the Board and an Assistant to the Fire Chief. He informed the community that they have a sharps collections program located next to their training center so that anyone in the community could dispose of sharps appropriately. He said that he attended a quarterly meeting with Mayor Marquez, City Manager Montgomery, Fire Board President and Vice Presidents, and said that they are collaborating with the Chamber of Commerce about a program called Chino Valley Chamber Leadership Collaboration. He said that Deputy Fire Chief Ault is assigned to the Chamber collaboration project. He said that he attended the Wildland Preparedness Workshop in Yorba Linda along with Congresswoman Kim, Orange County Authority Deputy Chief, Brea Interim Fire Chief, and Anaheim Fire Rescue to speak about the current state of wildland mitigation efforts in the local area and fire threats. Fire Chief Williams announced the Fire District's Open House is scheduled for October 15th. He said that under professional development that he completed the National Fire Academy which is
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equivalent to Law Enforcement's Leadership Academy to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and thanked Council Member Bennett for the recognition. Lastly, he stated that the Fire District is making sure that they are on the front end of leadership development and being prepared to serve the community.
Council Member Bennett said that Fire Chief Williams also received his master's degree and congratulated him on his scholastic achievements.
Mayor Marquez thanked the Fire Chief for attending the quarterly meeting. He recognized Fire District Board President Kreeger, Vice President DeMonaco, and Board Member Ramos-Evinger in the audience. He asked Fire Chief Williams to elaborate on a program that was developed by the Fire District and said that the City could initiate a Helen Putnam Award entry at the California League of Cities (Cal Cities) annual conference next year.
Fire Chief Williams explained the Cardiac Care Program's survivability rates, defibrillators in businesses, and partnerships between the community and public safety.
He said that the program has been in place since 2017 and is nationwide. Lastly, he thanked the Chino Hills Community Foundation for donating two automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to businesses in the community.
Council Member Bennett asked what the ideal compression rate was.
Fire Chief Williams said to sing "Staying Alive" in your head for the number of compressions to give, so about 100.
COUNCIL REPORTS [7:47:26]
Mayor Marquez
• SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORATION AUTHORITY
o GENERAL POLICY COMMITTEE
Mayor Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority-General Policy Committee meeting and said that the committee reviewed the Fiscal Year 2022-23 First Quarter Budget.
o METRO VALLEY STUDY SESSION
Mayor Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority - Metro Valley Study Session meeting and said that they approved the Interstate 15 Quarter Freight and Express Lane Project. He stated that they reviewed Measure I Valley Interchange Project programs on bounding options.
o TRANSIT COMMITTEE
Mayor Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority - Transit Committee meeting and said that the Committee approved the Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA) Preliminary Budget request for Fiscal Year 2022-23 and the Aero Service Operations, nine-mile line, which is a light rail line from the University of
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Redlands to downtown. He said that there will be a ribbon cutting on October 21st at 10:00 a.m.
• SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS
o LEGISLATIVE COMMUNICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE Mayor Marquez attended the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) - Legislative Communications and Membership Committee meeting and said that the Committee received updates of State and Federal legislature for the end of the year. He stated that Congresswoman Norma Torres attended the meeting and spoke about Federal Funding coming into the region and he thanked her for attending the meeting.
Vice Mayor Rogers
• WATER FACILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD
Vice Mayor Rogers attended the Water Facilities Authority(WFA) Board meeting and said that the Board reviewed the Annual Financial Audit for June 30, 2022.
He said that there is a plant leak at the Upland site and that WFA is hiring for services for remediation efforts.
• WEST VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT BOARD Vice Mayor Rogers spoke on behalf of Council Member Johsz to report that if anyone has any issues with mosquitoes to contact the West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control at (909) 635-0307.
Council Member Bennett
• CHINO VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD
Council Member Bennett attended the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce Board meeting and spoke about new chamber staff and duties, and how the Chamber received $2.1 million in funding. He announced that the Chamber will be hosting candidate forums on October 6th in the City of Chino, and October 17th for the City of Chino Hills. He announced that there will be a Fireside Chat with Congresswoman Kim on October 11th from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in Los Serranos, Business Expo at The Shoppes on October 22nd, and the Kids Entrepreneurship and Pitch Competition on November 5th. • CHINO VALLEY INDEPENDENT FIRE DISTRICT BOARD
Council Member Bennett attended the Chino Valley Independent Fire District Board meeting and said the Board had many new and retired staff recognitions.
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Council Member Moran
• SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS
o RESILIENCE AND CONSERVATION SUBCOMMITTEE
Council Member Moran attended the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) - Resilience and Conservation Subcommittee meeting and said that it is newly formed committee with 12 members that is still working out the logistics and she said that there was not a lot of Inland Empire representation. She said that she is optimistic that something of substance will come out of these meetings.
COUNCIL COMMENTS [7:54:07]
Rogers: Vice Mayor Rogers thanked City staff, Fire District, and the Police Department for hosting the Emergency Preparedness Workshop. He said that he attended the Boys Republic Annual Awards Ceremony and said it was a heartwarming event that focused on the young men and their achievements. He announced two upcoming events in the city, Wine Walk on October 8th and the Boat Parade on December 16th. Lastly, he wished the Mayor a happy birthday.
Bennett: Council Member Bennett announced that Ruben S. Ayala High School will be hosting "Music in Motion" band competition on October 8th. Lastly, he said that October 10th is Columbus Day and Indigenous Day and recognized all those who will be celebrating.
Moran: Council Member Moran said that she attended the Battle of the Bone Football game between Chino Hills and Ruben S. Ayala High Schools. She said that Ayala prevailed 19 to 20 over the Chino Hills Huskies. She said that Addi Conley, Let it Be child battling terminal cancer, has taken a downturn and asked that everyone keep her in your prayers.
Marquez: Mayor Marquez said that he attended a Regional Water Policy Management workshop in Ontario and thanked the City Manager for attending with him. He said that he met with the Building Industry Association (BIA) regarding Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) numbers and how the city has to build 3,729 units. He addressed concerns with BIA about water being used for new construction during the drought and BIA informed him that homes today use more waterwise appliances, showers, toilets, and landscaping equipment. He said that he met with the Chamber of Commerce and the Community Development Director Lombardo to discuss business permits and that a lot of great information was disseminated within the business community. He stated that he spoke at a 55+ Club meeting about what the Council has accomplished over the year. Mayor Marquez said that he along with Council Member Bennett met with the Quality Management Group about affordable housing and how career driven people cannot afford a home in a great community such as Chino Hills. He said that he met with the Carriage Hills Homeowners Association to discuss the truck traffic and developments in Carbon Canyon. He stated that today he attended a Nomination Committee meeting to fill the First Vice President position due to the passing of Ventura County Supervisor Carmen Ramirez. He said the Second Vice President was moved into the First Vice President position and that Fourth District Supervisor Hagman and
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Rialto Mayor Deborah Robertson both interviewed for the Second Vice President position. He said that both considerations will be moved to the Southern California Association of Governments Regional Council next month for appointment. Mayor Marquez said that Assembly Bill 1985, Organics, passed in legislature and asked for confirmation that the city does not have to worry about organics for the next two years.
City Manager Montgomery answered affirmatively, the recent legislation has relaxed the timeframe for our requirements to implement an organics program. Lastly, he said that he and Supervisor Hagman met with Antonio Villaraigosa and said that he was assigned to be the Infrastructure Advisor for Governor Newsom. He said that Mr. Villaraigosa has family in Chino Hills and that he is familiar with the 71 Freeway and the issues with the freeway. Mayor Marquez said that Mr. Villaraigosa has $120 million in funding for projects statewide, but our project is not ready, so he is hoping that Mr. Villaraigosa could assist with infrastructure funding in the future. He attended Ruben S. Ayala High School Bell Award ceremony for Advanced Placement (AP) students.
Mayor Marquez asked that students in the audience introduce themselves.
Emma, Ruben S. Ayala High School Student, said she was in attendance for her Government class project and said it was interesting to hear how the city is managed.
Layla, Ruben S. Ayala High School Student, said she was in attendance for her Government class project and said it was interesting to hear reports from the Fire and Police Chiefs and to understand the roles of the electeds and city staff.
ADJOURN IN MEMORIAM AND IN HOPE [8:06:00]
Mayor Marquez adjourned the meeting at 8:06 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,
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CHERYL MOP, CITY WRK
APPROVED: October 11, 2022