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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
REGULAR MEETING
CONVENE MEETING AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Rogers called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS
PETER ROGERS
CYNTHIA MORAN
ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ
RAY MARQUEZ
NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BEN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
ROD HILL, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
MARK D. HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
DANIEL BOBADILLA, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CHRISTA BUHAGIAR, FINANCE DIRECTOR
NICHOLAS LIGUORI, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR
DEAN SMITH, ACTING DEPUTY CHIEF, CHINO VALLEY
INDEPENDENT FIRE DISTRICT
AL GIRARD, CHIEF OF POLICE, CHINO HILLS POLICE
DEPARTMENT
BRANDON FONACIER, COMMUNITY RELATIONS ANALYST
WENDI GENSEL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK II
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led by Vice Mayor Moran.
INVOCATION
Led by Chaplain Robert Hilton, San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department.
PRESENTATIONS
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS MONTH [02:55] Mayor Rogers presented a Proclamation proclaiming September as National Emergency Preparedness Month to Emergency Services Coordinator, Joyce Lee. Ms.
Lee thanked the Council for the Proclamation and spoke about the focus on readiness,
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education, and promoting family and community disaster planning. She recommended families create an emergency plan and an emergency kit. Lastly, she reminded residents about the Emergency Preparedness Workshop at Chino Hills Community Center on September 28th.
PUBLIC COMMENTS [07:05]
City Attorney Hensley made an announcement that the Stonefield public hearing item will be continued to the October 10, 2023, meeting. He stated that although public comments are welcomed at tonight's meeting, it is requested that residents hold their comments until the October 10th meeting.
Ethan, Tatum, Danea, Armaan, Ambassador Team, and Alexis Lepore, Youth Leadership with the Let it Be Foundation. Ms. Lepore introduced the team and they spoke about Childhood Cancer Awareness and the Let it Be Foundation, "Let it Be." Let it Be is a nonprofit organization that not only focuses on families who have children with cancer or life -threatening illnesses but on the entire family. The Youth Leadership Team focuses on events for families through programs. The Team noted the programs and events as follows: "Love" a six -week program for siblings of children with cancer that includes a visit alongside a therapist to remind them that they are important and matter too; "Family Dance" that allows the team to have one-on-one time with the kids; and "Gold Out" in September that honors Childhood Cancer Awareness Month where gold is worn to support the cause and asked that the Council Members wear gold shirts at the next Council meeting in support of the month.
Council Member Marquez stated that he provided misinformation to some audience members earlier and he confused the Planning Commission item (Shady View Residential Project) with the Public Hearing item (Stonefield Development).
City Clerk Balz confirmed that speaker cards submitted from several members of the public were for the Stonefield item and stated that they would be called upon at the time the item is heard.
Caitlin McGinnis, resident, spoke on the lack of public transportation offered in the City.
She stated there is one public bus route accessible and she spoke about the benefits of public transportation for the future workforce. Lastly, she requested an equitable public transportation improvement plan.
Suzette Dang, representing Supervisor Hagman's office, thanked Vice Mayor Moran for presenting the Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance at the Board of Supervisors Meeting.
Ms. Dang announced a document shredding drive-thru event on Saturday, September 30th at the Upland Community Park located at 1150 East Foothill Boulevard that is open to all San Bernardino County residents and preregistration is recommended. Lastly, announced the Annual Veterans Claims Event on Wednesday, November 8th at 14010 City Center Drive in Chino Hills with Veteran Service Officers onsite.
John Bruner, resident, thanked Council and staff for the Concerts in the Park series. He spoke in opposition to both the Western Hills Project and to density projects at
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Eucalyptus and Peyton. He spoke on Proposition 218 and requested adding an additional question to future ballots. Lastly, he spoke on emergency preparedness and suggested Southern California Edison address and present to the City Council on updates in Carbon Canyon.
Council Member Marquez and City Manager Montgomery confirmed that there was a recent Southern California Edison presentation at the August 8, 2023, City Council meeting.
Jacqueline Elizalde, Field Representative for Norma Torres, 35th Congressional District office, introduced herself as a point of contact and stated if the City needs letters of support for future grant opportunities, their office is available to support. She spoke on recent roundtable discussions throughout the district including homeownership and affordable housing and added that they are always looking to partner with local municipalities. She announced that a former student in Chino Hills earned a Congressional Award and hopes to make a formal presentation with City Council in the future. Lastly, she announced upcoming Community Project Funding Workshops in February and March.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST ANNOUNCEMENTS [23:33]
There were no conflict -of -interest announcements to record.
CITY DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
CONSENT CALENDAR [23:441
Mayor Rogers announced the Consent Calendar items and asked the Council if there were any items to pull.
Council Member Marquez pulled Item Nos. 4, pertaining to City Official Report; Council Member Johsz pulled Item No. 8, pertaining to School Resource Officer; and Vice Mayor Moran pulled Item No. 12, pertaining to Human Services Program for discussion and separate votes.
A motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Marquez to approve the remaining Consent Calendar items:
MINUTES
The City Council approved the August 8, 2023, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes, as presented.
PAYMENT REGISTER
The City Council ratified payments over $25,000 totaling $8,314,067.61 for the month of July 2023.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
The City Council received and filed the monthly Financial Report for the month ended July 31, 2023, as presented.
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MONTHLY INVESTMENT REPORT
The City Council received and filed the Investment Report for the month ended July 31, 2023, as presented.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - GENERAL PLAN UPDATE VEHICLES MILES
TRAVELED ANALYSIS - RESOLUTION ADOPTED
The City Council (1) adopted Resolution No. 2023R-063 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2023-24 Increasing the General Fund by $17,270 for the General Plan Update Vehicle Miles Traveled Analysis; and (2) authorized the execution of Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A2021-158 with LG2WB Engineers, Inc., increasing the total not to exceed amount from $47,800 to $65,070 to expand the scope of work to update the Vehicle Miles Traveled analysis based on additional housing sites identified in the recently certified Housing Element.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - GENERAL PLAN UPDATE TRAFFIC IMPACT
ANALYSIS - RESOLUTION ADOPTED
The City Council (1) adopted Resolution No. 2023R-064 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2023-24 Increasing the General Fund Budget by $23, 760 for the General Plan Update Traffic Impact Analysis; and (2) authorized the execution of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A2022-058 with LG2WB Engineers, Inc., increasing the total not to exceed amount from $65,862.50 to $89,622.50 to expand the scope of work to include two additional intersections analysis, additional housing sites as committed in the recently certified Housing Element and other required transportation analysis as determined in the Circulation Element and General Plan update.
DONATION - TORREY PINES PARK REHABILITATION PROJECT - RESOLUTION
ADOPTED
The City Council (1) accepted a donation from the Chino Hills Community Foundation in the amount of $50,000 for the Torrey Pines Park Rehabilitation Project; (2) adopted Resolution No. 2023R-065 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2023-24 Increasing the General Fund Budget by $50,000 for a Chino Hills Community Foundation Donation for the Torrey Pines Park Rehabilitation Project; and (3) found that the proposed project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Title 14 California Code of Regulations § 15301 (h) as a Class 1 Categorical Exemption (Existing Facilities).
MEASURE I FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL PROJECT NEEDS ANALYSIS - RESOLUTION
ADOPTED
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023R-066 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting the Measure I Five -Year Capital Project Needs Analysis for Fiscal Years 2024-25 Through 2028-29 to include the Pine Avenue Extension Project and the Soquel Canyon Parkway/Peyton Drive Connection Project.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - PHASE 1 MODIFICATIONS OF LONG-TERM
MANAGEMENT PLAN
The City Council authorized the execution of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A2022-267 with Rivers and Lands Conservancy, increasing the total not -to -exceed amount from $46,396 to $53,185 to include modifications to the Long -Term
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Management Plan (LTMP) for clarification of monitoring visits, roles, and responsibilities, to correspond to the Property Analysis Report utilized to prepare for the future endowment estimate for the English Channel Habitat Mitigation Project.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND DESIGN
SERVICES - CHINO HILLS PARKWAY PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT The City Council (1) authorized the execution of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A2023-041 with BKF Engineers, increasing the total not -to -exceed amount from $78,889 to $87,113 for additional scope of services required for the project to enhance the existing crosswalk striping at several intersections, and enhance the existing base map; and (2) determined the project to be exempt from review under California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et. seq. ("CEQA") pursuant to Section 15301 of CEQA Guidelines.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS, MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ,
MARQUEZ
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR DISCUSSION
CITY OFFICIAL REPORT [25:08]
Council Member Marquez pulled this item for separate discussion and vote. He stated that the following travel is paid by the organizations, although it may be listed on the City Official Report: JPIA Risk Management Forum, Cal Cities Board of Directors, Southern California of Association of Governments, and San Bernardino County Transportation Authority.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Marquez to receive and file the City Official Report for the period of June 27, through September 11, 2023.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS, MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ,
MARQUEZ
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
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AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER [26:25]
Council Member Johsz pulled this item for separate discussion and vote. He commended the Sheriffs Department and Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) for keeping our schools safe.
Council Member Marquez clarified that the cost for the School Resource Officers is shared equally by the City and CVUSD, but the cost for the third officer is paid fully by CVUSD.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Bennett to authorize the execution of Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A2021-185 with Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) for the School Resource Officer Program in the amount of $772,060 for additional School Resource Officer coverage at Chino Hills elementary, junior high, and high schools, effective August 7, 2023, through May 23, 2024.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS, MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ,
MARQUEZ
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
AGREEMENT - HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS - RESOLUTION ADOPTED [28:03] Vice Mayor Moran pulled this item for separate discussion and vote. She asked that the City continue to advertise that the program is City funded and continue to push out the information in City Hall and on the City website. She added that there is the Chino Valley Hope Family Resource Center on Pipeline Avenue where families can go and receive assistance.
Council Member Bennett added that the Chino Valley Unified School Districts takes care of the children in our area who need clothing and food.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Vice Mayor Moran and seconded by Council Member Marquez to (1) adopt Resolution No. 2023R-067 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2023-24 Increasing the Community Services Fund Budget by $7,523 for the Human Services Agreement with the City of Chino; and (2) authorize the execution Agreement No. A2023-190 with the City of Chino in the amount of $192,522.48 to provide human services programs.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS, MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ,
MARQUEZ
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
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DISCUSSION CALENDAR
MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT - DANGEROUS ANIMALS - ANIMAL CONTROL
ENFORCEMENT AGENCY DESIGNATION - URGENCY ORDINANCE ADOPTED - ORDINANCE INTRODUCED [30:49]
Assistant City Manager Hill briefed the City Council on the staff report, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Vice Mayor Moran requested a scenario to break down the reasoning behind the Urgency Ordinance.
Assistant City Manager Hill explained that the City does not currently have an Administrative Hearing Process in the Chino Hills Municipal Code. The Ordinance will allow for the Administrative Hearing Process through Inland Valley Humane Society (IVHS) to make the determination if the dog was dangerous and if so, to implement certain standards that the dog will need to meet before returning home. The process allows for the return of animals more quickly and implements the Administrative Hearing process so they will no longer have to wait for the courts.
City Clerk Balz stated for the record that there were some minor revisions to the Urgency Ordinance that were distributed on the dais and placed in the public binder.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Bennett to (1) adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 401 u entitled: "An Urgency Ordinance of the City of Chino Hills, Amending Chapters 6.04 and 6.16 of Title 6 of the Chino Hills Municipal Code Regarding Dangerous Animals, Potentially Dangers Dogs and Vicious Dogs and Establishing an Administrative Hearing Determination Process and Finding That the Ordinance is Not a Project Under the California Environmental Quality Act; (2) Introduce a regular Ordinance entitled: "An Ordinance of the City of Chino Hills, Amending Chapters 6.04 and 6.16 of Title 6 of the Chino Hills Municipal Code Regarding Dangerous Animals, Potentially Dangers Dogs and Vicious Dogs and Establishing an Administrative Hearing Determination Process and Finding That the Ordinance is Not a Project Under the California Environmental Quality Act; and (3) adopt Resolution No. 2023R-068 of the City of Chino Hills, Ratifying the Designation of and Expressly Designating, the Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. as the Primary Animal Control Enforcement Agency for the City of Chino Hills and Finding This Resolution is Not a Project Under the California Environmental Quality Act.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS, MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ,
MARQUEZ
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
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AWARD BID AND CONTRACT - CROSSROADS PARK PLAYGROUND RETROFIT AND PARKING LOT EXPANSION PROJECT - RESOLUTION ADOPTED [34:03] Senior Engineer Victor Yanez briefed the City Council on the staff report and provided a PowerPoint presentation, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Council Member Marquez asked how many parking spaces will be added. Senior Engineer Yanez responded that there will be 16 parking stalls and two Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) parking stalls.
Vice Mayor Moran asked for the approximate location of the park, so residents know where it is at. Senior Engineer Yanez responded that it is located at Chino Hills Parkway and Carbon Canyon Road and south of Veteran's Park.
Community Services Director Marshall provided the timeline of the project which started July 2021 and stated that it is an inclusive park that includes a playground for kids with disabilities and that it is 100 percent ADA accessible. He added that it is something unique that the City has not offered before. He stated that the Chino Hills Community Foundation donated $125,000 for the project and that adding parking is crucial since there are amenities that include a rentable gazebo and tennis courts, and they expect many visitors.
Mayor Rogers added that parents with children with disabilities are overjoyed by this special type of environment. Community Services Director Marshall added that the Chino Hills Community Foundation donated adaptable swings that have been included at various park sites. Mayor Rogers pointed out that in addition to the Chino Hills Community Foundation donation, the Applebaum and Kramer families also gave sizable donations.
Council Member Johsz thanked the families for the donation and said that this is the type of community benefits obtained by this type of participation.
Council Member Bennett asked if there will be restrictions in place to prohibit parking at Crossroads Park parking lot when there is a Concerts in the Park at Veteran's Park and asked that we anticipate that potential issue.
Council Member Marquez thanked the Chino Hills Foundation for the monies invested into the community and asked if there will be lighting added. He recommended more monies from the Chino Hills Foundation for lights and tennis court lighting.
Community Services Director Marshall responded that park hours are open half hour prior to sunrise and half hour after sunset and pointed out that there is security lighting at all the parks but is not conducive for purposes of play. He added that the Parks and Recreation Commission can revisit lighting for the tennis courts.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Marquez to (1) adopt Resolution No. 2023R-069 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a Budget Amendment for Fiscal year 2023-24 Increasing the CFD Regional Fund Budget for the Crossroads Park Playground Retrofit and Parking Lot Expansion Project by $762,750; (2) find the bid of BWW & Company, Inc. to be non-
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responsive and reject it, waive the minor irregularity in the Pub Construction, Inc. bid, and award a contract to Pub Construction, Inc. in the amount of $833,526.86 for the Crossroads Park Playground Retrofit and Parking Lot Expansion project; (3) authorize the City Manager, at his discretion, to approve cumulative change orders up to ten percent ($83,352.69) of the awarded contract amount; and (4) determine the project to be exempt from review as a Class 1 (b) Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS, MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ,
MARQUEZ
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
PLANNING COMMISSION MATTERS
SHADY VIEW RESIDENTIAL PROJECT (SCH NO. 2021060576) [48:191 Shady View Residential Project (SCH NO. 2021060576), Applicant: TH Shady View LLC; Addendum No. 1 to Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) to evaluate potential impacts of project implementation on Crotch's Bumble Bee, which, with mitigation measures already adopted in FEIR were determined to be less than significant and no changes or modifications to approved project are proposed.
There was no action taken on the foregoing Planning Commission item.
PUBLIC HEARING
EXTENSION OF TIME FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 18393 - STONEFIELD DEVELOPMENT [48:33]
City Attorney Hensley stated that there will be no staff report presented on this item and recommended that the Mayor open the Public Hearing and that the public speak at the continued public hearing after the staff presentation is made as opposed to this evening.
He stated that there is an issue being worked through regarding traffic mitigation. Lastly, he stated that the recommendation is to continue the public hearing to the October 10, 2023, City Council Meeting.
Mayor Rogers opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to address the City Council on the matter, hearing none, Mayor Rogers asked for a motion to continue the public hearing until October 10, 2023, City Council Meeting, leaving the public hearing open.
Following the announcement, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Marquez to continue the Public Hearing for the Extension of Time 23EXT01 requested by Stonefield Development, applicant on behalf of Ausmas Properties, LLC, property owners, to grant 24-month extension to the second phase of
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Tentative Tract Map No. 18393 subdividing 29.8 acres of land to create 25 single-family residential properties located northwest of Carbon Canyon Road and east of Fairway Drive to the October 10, 2023 City Council Meeting.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS, MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ,
MARQUEZ
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER REPORT [53:021
Community Relations Analyst Fonacier announced the following information:
PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATIONS SOUGHT
o Residents interested in serving on the Planning Commission are invited to complete an application and submit it by next Wednesday, September 20, at 4:00 p.m.
o All applications must be submitted to the City Clerk's Office on the second floor at City Hall, 14000 City Center Drive.
o Mayor Rogers will be reviewing the applications and nominate an individual to fill a vacancy after Planning Commissioner Sean Phan submitted his resignation
o To learn more and download - the application, visit
www.chinohills.org/PlanningCommission
• RECREATION & CITY NEWS
o New Exercise Equipment Installed at Meadows Park located at 6266 Butterfield Ranch Road
o Installation was completed last week and purchased with the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
0 26th Annual Celebrate the Family contest entries are due Friday, September 29th.
o Entries must be submitted in -person to the Chino Hills Community Center
o This year's theme is "This is Why I Love My Family"
o Find more information at www.chinohills.orq/CelebratetheFamil \/ o Veterans Day Sign Campaign Registration Open
o The program provides a unique way for Chino Hills to recognize the dedication and commitment of our veterans and active -duty service members, and the sacrifices they made to serve our Country
o 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 o The deadline to order is Friday, October 6th, and details to order a sign can be found online at www.chinohills.org/Veterans
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SAFETY UPDATES - Fire and Police [55:47]
Fire: Acting Deputy Fire Chief Dean Smith stated that the Fire District remains at full staff and continues to make peak operational readiness locally and assistance throughout the State. He highlighted recent events: staffing of additional strike teams for storm preparation for storm related possibilities and stated that the Fire District deployed four members for a 14-day deployment for overhead positions to bring fires under control caused by dry lightning strikes in the North California parts. He spoke on two new programs that will bring significant value to the community: CVIFD Drone Program that will allow personnel to identify hot spots on wildland and structure fires from an aerial platform and will assist with rescue operations and other types of incidents. Also, CVIFD obtained their first therapy dog, and the dog has been placed with one of the Firefighters and serves as a tool to help firefighters cope with the stresses of the work environment. He highlighted the 9/11 Memorial and Remembrance event and thanked Council and staff for their attendance. Lastly, he invited the community to the following events: Annual Fire District Open House at Training Center 5092 Schaefer Avenue, Chino on October 21st from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and the State of the Fire District at 5078 Schaefer Avenue, Chino on October 25th.
Council Member Johsz asked for an update on the ambulance service RFP. Acting Deputy Fire Chief Smith responded that they are working with the County and are in final contract negotiations and he believes it will be taken up by County Board of Supervisors in October.
Police: Police Chief Girard spoke about two recent 'investigations conducted: one in August of 2022, where a victim was assaulted and robbed and the vehicle was later located in a neighboring city where DNA evidence was found, and a match identified the subject who lived where vehicle was recovered, and he was arrested for robbery and theft. The second investigation occurred in August of 2023, a residence of 3200 block of Oak Leaf Court was burglarized and had a refrigerator stolen, detectives located the refrigerator on an online Marketplace, and they were able to identify the suspects and they made an arrest of both suspects.
Council Member Marquez inquired if Automatic License Plate Readers helped with these arrests. Police Chief Girard responded not in this instance; however, it has helped with other cases.
Vice Mayor Moran thanked Police Chief Girard for his recent efforts to assist local merchants that are dealing with theft. She emphasized that the Council stands solid in keeping Law and Order and public safety a priority.
Council Member Bennett congratulated Police Chief Girard for a successful Coffee with a Cop event at Bravo Burger.
Vice Mayor Moran requested a roundtable event geared toward the young business community to give guidance on what to do as front-line workers.
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Council Marquez thanked Sheriff Dicus and other local Chiefs for reaching out to committees at the State level who want to repeal Proposition 47 and added that the grocery industry and lobbyists are putting money to support repeal.
COUNCIL REPORTS [01:07:17]
Mayor Rogers
• CHINO BASIN DESALTER AUTHORITY BOARD
Mayor Rogers attended the Chino Basin Desalter Authority Board meeting and stated that they awarded two contracts for construction for booster wells and pump stations.
Council Member Bennett
• CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD
Council Member Bennett stated that the Chino Valley Unified School District Board meeting and stated that the meeting was non -controversial and brief. He stated that the Board is taking action on things that should matter to parents and students.
Council Member Johsz
• LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY COMMITTEE
Council Member Johsz attended the Legislative Advocacy Committee meeting and thanked Congresswoman Norma Torres for touring Chino Hills in the Los Serranos area, reviewing infrastructure that is needed through federal funding and looking at the ability for any additional funding. They toured Big League Dreams and Los Serranos Park trying to show how the City has been dynamic with that community leveraging General Fund money with the School District to get the lease on the park. Lastly, he stated that the Committee heard from State and Federal lobbyists who provided an update and said that there will be no Federal funding this year.
• WEST VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL BOARD
Council Member Johsz attended the West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control Board meeting and thanked Marianne Napoles for providing updates in the Champion Newspaper. Lastly, he added that new to the region is the release of sterile male mosquitoes to keep down the number of mosquitoes who can reproduce, since female mosquitos can only mate once.
Council Member Marquez
• OMNITRANS BOARD
Council Member Marquez attended the Omnitrans Board meeting and stated that they reviewed the management plan and key performance indicators for 2023 for the fourth quarter, received a presentation on compensation and salary ranges for management and confidential employees, and received an update on cultural renovation projects happening throughout the district.
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• SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
o BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Member Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) Board of Directors meeting and stated they approved the Mount Vernon Avenue and Interstate 10 Projects. They discussed they reduced existing commercial paper program to $25 million, and approved contracts for Commuter and Motorist Assistance Call Box Program and West Valley Connector Phase I - Mainline Project. Lastly, received a presentation on Emergency Communication Nurse System Update.
• SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS
o REGIONAL COUNCIL
Council Member Marquez attended the Southern California Association of Governments - Regional Council meeting and they discussed Regional Transportation Plan and Sustainable Community Strategies (RTP/SCS) Plan in effect in 2024. There was a two-hour discussion, and they received a presentation on the draft Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) and the issue is the Housing Community Development which have the policy, the procedures and run the appeals.
• SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY
o CONTRACTS, OPERATIONS, MAINTENANCE, AND SAFETY
COMMITTEEE
Council Member Marquez attended the Southern California Regional Rail Authority Contracts, Operations, Maintenance, and Safety Committee meeting, and they discussed approval of the following contracts Mobile/Online Ticketing, MxV for simulation and validation of Positive Train Control (PTC), and Oils, Coolants, and Lubricants. • SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY
o FUEL HEDGE AD HOC
Council Member Marquez attended the Southern California Regional Rail Authority Fuel and Hedging Ad Hoc Committee meeting, and they reviewed the audit and findings.
COUNCIL COMMENTS [01:15:04]
Marquez: Council Member Marquez thanked the Chino Valley Independent Fire District for the 9/11 Memorial Service. He attended the Opening Day for Junior All American Football and he received many compliments on the new field turf at the Park. He received a phone call from Reese Chen from Scout Troop 202OG and answered some of her questions. He spoke about Eucalyptus Avenue and Galloping Hills roadway in need of pothole repairs. Public Works Director Bobadilla responded that there is an upcoming project where a recycled water line system will be extended over to Veterans Park and in the meantime, staff will keep an eye out on potholes and try to keep it as safe as possible. He attended the Priceless Pets Grand Opening event in the City of Industry and gave kudos to Lisa Price. He attended the first Horse Show hosted by Chino Hills Horsemen's Association at the McCoy Equestrian Center and appreciated
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all the young kids riding the horses. He announced the 100-year celebration at Sleepy Hollow on October 5th from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Lastly, he asked City Attorney Hensley to explain Proposition 218.
City Attorney Hensley stated that Proposition 218 has three different types of government revenue generating mechanisms: taxes, assessment districts, and fees (generally water, wastewater, solid waste/trash fees). Taxes are taken to the voters in March/November and voters must approve by 2/3 votes, assessment districts take a majority of parcels that are part of assessment district to approve on a weighted basis, and for fees it is an objection process wherein a majority of parcels have to file opposition or objection to the fee and if they do, Council cannot impose the fee.
Proposition 218, California Constitution provision put on the ballot in 1995, the City does not have the authority to change the process to make it a majority approval process.
He recommended Mr. Bruner contact Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association to request a change to the process. He emphasized the City of Chino Hills cannot change the process for fees and stated that Chino Hills goes above and beyond with providing the citizens with all the necessary means to participate.
Rogers: Mayor Rogers inquired about a goal setting workshop for Council. City Manger Montgomery responded that they are currently looking for a facilitator for the workshop and anticipate it will be finalized soon and return to Council to set a date.
Mayor Rogers announced: the open recruitment for a Planning Commissioner with applications being received until September 20th and appointment to be made at September 26th City Council Meeting; Wine Walk on October 14th at the Shoppes, tickets are $60 and can be purchased at www.chinohillswinewalk.com ; and the last Chino Hills Concert of the Series on September 15th by Lynne Fiddmont. He attended the first Horse Show hosted by Chino Hills Horsemen's Association at the McCoy Equestrian Facility and Paws in the Park and added that both events had a great turn- out. Lastly, he attended the 9/11 Memorial Ceremony hosted by Chino Valley Independent Fire District.
ADJOURN IN MEMORIAM [01:28:22]
Mayor Rogers adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m. in memory of former Chino City Council Member Glenn Duncan who passed away on August 28, 2023, at the age of 75.
APPROVED: September 26, 2023