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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
APRIL 9, 2024
FEE SCHEDULE WORKSHOP
SPECIAL / REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Moran called the Special Meeting/ Fee Schedule Workshop to order at 4:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: CYNTHIA MORAN
ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ (Arrived at 4:04 p.m.)
RAY MARQUEZ
PETER ROGERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
DANIEL BOBADILLA, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CHRISTA BUHAGIAR, FINANCE DIRECTOR
ELIZABETH CARLOCK, FINANCE MANAGER
JESSICA CONTRERAS, DEPUTY CITY CLERK II
BRANDON FONACIER, COMMUNITY RELATIONS ANALYST
ROD HILL, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
NICHOLAS LIGUORI, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR
JONATHAN MARSHALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG [0:34]
Led by Mayor Cynthia Moran.
PUBLIC COMMENTS [0:58]
There were no public comments.
FEE SCHEDULE WORKSHOP [1:04]
Finance Director Buhagiar briefed the City Council and provided a PowerPoint presentation on the Annual Update to the Master Schedule of Fees, Fines, and Penalties, which are on file in the City Clerk's Office. She spoke about nine proposed new fees for Community Development- Building Services; two new Finance Utility fees; and proposed fee increases with significant changes as outlined in the written staff report on file in the City Clerk's office.
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Discussion ensued with Council and staff about the non-structural alterations fees; residential re-pipe fees; electric sub-panel fees; HVAC replacements; re-roof fees County Special Assessment Processing fees; film permits for still photography/video film/motion picture application fee for Chino Hills students; photovoltaic fees; HVAC replacement fees; equestrian overlay fees; non-profit special event(501 c3) permit fees; massage permit fees; gazebo rental fees for Chino Hills residents versus non-Chino Hills residents; unlicensed animals fees; concession stand fees at Chino Hills Community Park; pass through residential tree trimming program service fees; permits for vendor carts at parks; and permits or business licenses for training instructors using parks for their private programming.
Mayor Moran and City Manager Montgomery thanked staff for all of their hard work with the fee schedule. City Manager Montgomery also reminded the audience of Council's investment in the community and how the subsidization of fees, whether State mandated or Council's direction, impacts the revenue for the City.
Mayor Moran adjourned the Special Meeting Fee Workshop at 4:46 p.m.
Mayor Moran called the Closed Session meeting to order 5:30 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: CYNTHIA MORAN
ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ
RAY MARQUEZ
PETER ROGERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
MARK D. HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
ELIZABETH CALCIANO, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Moran declared the meeting recessed at 5:30 p.m. for Closed Session. City Clerk Balz did not attend this portion of the meeting. City Attorney Hensley announced prior to the recess into Closed Session that the item being discussed in Closed Session was regarding a threat of litigation related to the use of Social Media by Council Members and blocking comments.
SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) Significant Exposure to Litigation (1 case).
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CLOSED SESSION RECESS
Mayor Moran recessed the Closed Session at 5.50 p.m.
CONVENE MEETING AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Moran called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: CYNTHIA MORAN
ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ
RAY MARQUEZ
PETER ROGERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BEN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
JEREMY AULT, DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF, CHINO VALLEY FIRE
DISTRICT
DANIEL BOBADILLA, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CHRISTA BUHAGIAR, FINANCE DIRECTOR
JESSICA CONTRERAS, DEPUTY CITY CLERK II
BRANDON FONACIER, COMMUNITY RELATIONS ANALYST II
NICOLE FREEMAN, PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
AL GIRARD, CHIEF OF POLICE, CHINO HILLS POLICE
DEPARTMENT
ROD HILL, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
NICHOLAS LIGUORI, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR
JONATHAN MARSHALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG [47:08]
Led by Mayor Moran.
INVOCATION [47:43]
Led by Father Joseph Pilotin, MS, St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church.
PRESENTATIONS
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL ARBOR DAY [49:44]
111 Mayor Moran presented a proclamation proclaiming April 30, 2024, as National Arbor Day to Anthony Fusco, Public Works Landscape Inspector II.
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Mr. Fusco thanked the Council for the recognition and announced the Arbor Day Tree Planting event being held on Saturday, April 27th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Madrugada Trail on Calle San Marcos near Grand Avenue. He said that the goal is to plant roughly 260 trees.
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK [52:12]
Mayor Moran presented a Proclamation proclaiming the week of April 21-27, 2024, as National Volunteer Week to the Chino Hills Auxiliary Radio Team (CHART) Emergency Preparedness Group. CHART Member Charlie Poirier thanked the Council for the recognition and said that the group is here to serve the community in case of emergencies.
PROCLAMATION - CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH [55:33]
Mayor Moran presented a Proclamation proclaiming April as Child Abuse Prevention Month to Jonathan Byers, Assistant Director of Children and Family Services of the San Bernardino County Children's Network. Mr. Byers thanked Council for the recognition and resources that the city provides for children and families to prevent child neglect.
PROCLAMATION - DONATE LIFE MONTH [59:15]
Mayor Moran presented a Proclamation proclaiming April as Donate Life Month to Robert Ralston, resident, and Ambassador for One Legacy. Mr. Ralston shared his personal story and thanked the City Council for the recognition. He spoke about being a donor recipient and encouraged people to become an organ donor to help save lives.
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER REPORT [1:08:12]
Public Information Officer (PIO) Freeman announced the following information:
• PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSIONER VACANCY
o The Chino Hills City Clerk's office is announcing the resignation of Richard Gomez from the Public Works Commission due to his recent move to Diamond Bar.
o Since the last recruitment was within the last 6 months, Council Member Ray Marquez has decided to review the previous applications and provide a nomination at the April 23rd City Council meeting. During that recruitment, 11 applications were received, and all candidates were interviewed.
o The Public Works Commission meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:00 pm and serves as an advisory board to the City Council on matters pertaining to public utilities, traffic safety, infrastructure improvements, and more. The selected commissioner will serve the remainder of the term through November 30, 2026.
• NEW VIRTUAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES PORTAL
o The City of Chino Hills is excited to announce the launch of a new Virtual Development Services (VDS) online portal expected to go live on April 29th
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o The new online portal will offer 24/7 online access for residents, businesses, developers, and contractors to submit plans and applications digitally, view and receive status updates, request inspections, and make payments online
o If you're planning to apply for a permit during the month of April, appointments are strongly encouraged to minimize wait times and can be made online at www.chinohills.orq/CDAppointment
o The current building permit system will be down from April 22nd through 28th for the transition to the new portal. During this time, customers should expect delays in service at the Building Counter as City staff will be manually processing permits and plan check submittals o Customers can utilize the new portal after April 29th by creating an account online at www.chinohills.orq/PermitServices
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION [1:09:47] There was no reportable action taken in Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS [1:09:55]
City Clerk Balz announced that due to the number of public speaker cards, comments will be limited to two minutes per speaker. She stated that once the first speaker begins speaking, no more speaker cards will be accepted.
City Attorney Hensley reminded speakers to keep their public comments to the City's subject matter jurisdiction.
Sarah Evinger, resident, thanked the Council for all they do for the community, and spoke about open communication and an act of vandalism that aims to intimidate.
Safia spoke about the Council's inaction to recognize the Muslim community and inquired as to why there has not been recognition of Ramadan or a proclamation for Arab Heritage month.
Farzana asked to not be interrupted during her speech and asked Council for a resolution and divestment policy.
City Attorney Hensley paused Farzana's comments and stated that her comments are discussing foreign affairs.
Farzana continued that people in the community feel they have been treated unfairly and asked Council for an apology and to retract Agenda Items 29 and 30 from a previous meeting.
Sawsan encouraged Council to write a resolution denouncing anti-Palestinian Arab Muslim hate.
Saleem asked the Council for a ceasefire resolution.
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City Attorney Hensley interrupted Saleem and stated that his comments were not related to City business.
Saleem asked for the Council and City Attorney to define what the term "city business" means.
City Attorney Hensley, at the direction of Mayor Moran, stated that the public has the right to criticize the Council or speak on items related to City parks, utility services, street and highway safety, and public safety which is defined as City business.
Saleem continued his comments and asked for the Council to allow the public to speak on items that are not related to City business.
City Attorney Hensley reminded the public that if they feel their safety is in danger to please report those incidents to the police department.
Jasser asked the City Attorney to write a policy that clearly defines the term "city business", and asked the Council for a resolution similar to the antisemitism resolution that was passed in November.
City Attorney Hensley stated that if the Council chooses to pass a resolution like the one for antisemitism that would be considered City business.
Huda asked the Council to adopt a divestment policy and asked for the City to consider having interfaith education events and building of relationships.
Selena asked the Council to open their meetings with land acknowledgments, encouraged the Council to embrace the Muslim community and acknowledge that April is National Arab Heritage Month, and asked for the Proclamation to be added to the next agenda. Selena asked the Council to adopt an ethical divestment policy and a ceasefire resolution.
Jim Gallagher, resident, thanked Captain Girard for the recent public safety meeting and asked residents to report hate crimes to the police department. He also stated that he had an issue with the optics of reserved seats in the Chambers, the stanchions, and that public comments have been limited to two minutes.
Zuhayr spoke about genocide and the inability to address the topic.
City Attorney Hensley stated that this item is not related to City business.
Zuhayr continued his comments and stated that the Council has not acted on previously requested items.
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Jenn E. stated that she attended the public safety symposium and spoke of how she felt discriminated against at the meeting and accused the Council of violating the anti- hate resolution.
Caden played back a recording of Mayor Moran and Council Member Joshz at a previous meeting encouraging members of the public to reach out to the Council with issues and the importance of public safety community involvement.
Margaret Fernandez, Dean of the Chino Chaffey College campus, announced several upcoming events such as a job fair at the Chino Community Center on April 23rd, a gardening event called Cultivate, an open house to highlight programs that are in Chino, and a fashion show on May 3rd.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST ANNOUNCEMENTS [1:42:10]
There were no conflict-of-interest announcements to record.
CITY DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
CONSENT CALENDAR [1:42:13]
Mayor Moran announced the Consent Calendar items and asked the Council if there were any items to pull.
Hearing none, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Bennett to approve the following Consent Calendar items:
MINUTES
The City Council approved the March 26, 2024, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes, as presented.
PAYMENT REGISTER
The City Council ratified payments over $25,000 totaling $6,352,175.97 for the month ended February 29, 2024, as presented.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
The City Council received and filed the monthly Financial Report for the month ended February 29, 2024, as presented.
INVESTMENT REPORT
The City Council received and filed the Investment Report for the month ended February 29, 2024, as presented.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - RIDGEVIEW DRIVE MAINTENANCE ROAD
REHABILATATION PROJECT
The City Council authorized the execution of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A2024-025 with Superior Paving Company, Inc. dba United Paving Company to
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add additional language regarding the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funding requirements for the Ridgeview Drive Maintenance Road Rehabilitation Project.
GRANT OF EASEMENT - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY
The City Council (1) authorized the execution of the Grant of Easement for an area south of Pomona Rincon Road for the installation of an additional pole anchor within Parcel 2 (APN 1027-492-01) of Certificate of Compliance No. 97-LL041, and (2)determined this project to be exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et. seq. ("CEQA") pursuant to Section 15301 of CEQA Guidelines.
FINAL APPROVAL TRACT MAP 20317 - AGREEMENT - SHADY VIEW
RESIDENTIAL PROJECT
The City Council (1) authorized the acceptance of Tract Map No. 20317, consisting of 161 numbered lots and 42 lettered lots, (2)authorized the City Clerk to cause Tract Map No. 20317 Subdivision Improvement Agreement No. A2024-063 to be recorded, after the recordation of the Covenant and Agreement for Open Space and Maintenance and the Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions, (3) authorized the acceptance and execution of a Covenant and Agreement No. A2024-063a for Open Space and Maintenance, (4) accepted deposit to set monuments in the amount of $227,700, and (5) approved and authorized acceptance of multiple improvement securities as outlined in the written staff report, for the Shady View Residential Project .
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MARQUEZ ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
DISCUSSON CALENDAR
PINEHURST PARK COMMUNITY CENTER AND SPLASH PAD PROJECT - [01:42:33]
City Manager Montgomery provided a PowerPoint presentation and briefed the City Council on the staff report which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. He spoke about the City's preliminary negotiations with 4th District Supervisor Curt Hagman's office with regards to the potential $8.5 million donation he will be making. City Manager Montgomery gave a project description of a moderately sized Community Center at Pinehurst Park with a splash pad, project site amenities, and Community Center uses.
City Manager Montgomery stated that the budget for this project is$11.3 to$11.5 million dollars and spoke about the different funding sources that would be used to pay for the project.
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Council Member Rogers stated that Supervisor Hagman has wanted to make a significant contribution to Chino Hills for some time and that he's excited for this project to move forward.
Vice Mayor Bennett asked about the size of the current Community Center and Council Member Rogers confirmed it is 17,000 square feet. City Manager Montgomery stated that the size of the planned Community Center is 6,000 to 8,000 square feet.
Council Member Johsz stated that Chino Hills is an active community and needs additional space for a community amenity that can host different groups. He thanked former Mayor and current Supervisor Hagman for the donation of funds.
Council Member Marquez asked if there would be a generator to support using the proposed Community Center as a cooling center and City Manager Montgomery confirmed that staff would be researching solar and other options as part of the design to support such use.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Rogers to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute all documents with the County of San Bernardino for the Pinehurst Park Community Center and Splash Pad project for an amount not-to-exceed $11.5 million.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ITEMS INITIATED BY COUNCIL
CHINO HILLS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION DISCUSSION [01:54:01]
Senior Management Analyst Hernandez provided a PowerPoint presentation and briefed the City Council on the staff report which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. She spoke about the formation of the Chino Hills Community Foundation (CHCF); the Board of Directors; how Board Meetings are governed by the Brown Act; administrative support received from the Community Services Department; donations received to date (approximately $1 million); and the calendar of events.
Council Member Marquez stated that the CHCF does a tremendous job, and he is thankful for the money raised over the years. He asked how much staff time is used towards the CHCF and the fiscal impact associated with the staff time. Council Member Marquez asked if the CHCF was participating in succession planning for the Chair and Vice Chair positions.
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Council Member Rogers stated that when CHCF was formed it was agreed that the Chair and Vice Chair positions would remain with Council Members as they have more direct interaction with staff on a daily basis for the programming of events and it would be difficult for a non-staff person to be in the same position or give direction.
Council Member Johsz thanked the volunteers for their hard work and time given to Community Foundation events. He stated that Chino Hills is a young city and doesn't have a civic culture due to being a bedroom community. He stated that the Wine Walk and jazz events are truly what brings the community together.
Council Member Bennett stated that he had previously served on the CHCF Board and stepped down when Mayor Moran was elected to Council. He commended the CHCF for its robust donations and generosity to the community.
Council Member Rogers stated that CHCF has been in existence for 15 years and provides great value to the City and residents. He said that CHCF raises money to supplement projects and events and has a large volunteer team that consists of approximately 170 individuals. Council Member Rogers stated that chARTs(Chino Hills Arts) joined CHCF in 2013 to display local artists and talent. He also said CHCF provides opportunities for the community to experience different cultural events and signature events such as the jazz concerts series, home tours, and the Wine Walk.
Council Member Rogers continued that CHCF has funded some kid's day camp scholarships for residents, the inclusive park equipment at Crossroads Park, and the new community art gallery at The Shoppes. Lastly, Council Member Rogers thanked the Board Members and staff for their level of success and commended them for their time and efforts in promoting and making the CHCF successful.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Rogers and seconded by Vice Mayor Bennett to receive and file the report on the Chino Hills Community Foundation.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
PUBLIC HEARING [02:11:48]
MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT NO. 24MCA01 - ORDINANCE INTRODUCED Community Development Building Official Fliehmann provided a PowerPoint presentation and briefed the City Council on the staff report which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. He spoke about clarifying the code, implementing direction regarding
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fence and wall permit requirements, improving pool barrier requirements, revising language to better align with current state and federal requirements, floodplain damage prevention, and providing tools for abatement of dangerous buildings.
Mayor Moran opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak, hearing none, Mayor Moran closed the public hearing.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Counci! Member Johsz and seconded by Council Member Marquez to introduce an Ordinance entitled: "An Ordinance of the City of Chino Hills, Amending Chapters 15.04, 15.12, and 15.18 of Title 15 of the Chino Hills Municipal Code" for first reading by title only and waiving further reading.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: MORAN, BENNETT, JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
SAFETY UPDATES - Fire and Police [02:17:12]
Fire: Deputy Chief Ault stated that the Chino Valley Fire District is currently recruiting eight new firefighter paramedics to fill vacant positions acquired through attrition and hopes they will attend an academy in late May or early June. He also stated that the District is hosting a Sharps collection event at Station One/Training Center 61 on Saturday, April 12th, from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., at 5708 Schaefer Avenue in the City of Chino.
Police: Police Chief Girard spoke about graffiti that was affixed to a wall on the 15000 block of Pomona Rincon Road on April 5th, causing $2,000 in damage. He continued that through an investigation Chino Hills Patrol Deputies and School Resource Officers were able to identify the suspects, one of which was arrested by the Multiple Enforcement Team (MET)for felony vandalism and booked at the West Valley Detention Center, and a 16-year-old juvenile was later arrested for felony vandalism and released to his parents with a citation.
Council Member Johsz thanked the Chino Hills Police Department for their work in identifying and arresting the suspects, as well as staff and the Santa Barbara apartments for their quick actions to clean-up the graffiti.
Council Member Marquez thanked Chief Police Girard and Deputy Fire Chief Ault for caring for resident Sheri Denzin over the years as she recently passed away.
CITY MANAGER UPDATES [02:20:16]
City Manager Montgomery had nothing to report.
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COUNCIL REPORTS [02:20:23]
Mayor Moran
• CALIFORNIA INSTITUTION FOR MEN AND WOMEN CITIZENS ADVISORY
COMMITTEES
Mayor Moran attended the California Institute for Women Citizens Advisory Committee and stated that a resource fair was held for members of the population that were going to be paroled soon and commented that it was well executed by Associate Warden Delinia Lewis and will give the women excellent tools to be productive citizens.
Vice Mayor Bennett
• OMNITRANS BOARD
Vice Mayor Bennett attended the Omnitrans Board meeting, and they discussed the proposed budget and held a Closed Session meeting regarding current litigation.
Council Member Marquez
• SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY BOARD Council Member Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Board meeting and stated they performed an evaluation of the Executive Director Ray Wolfe and General Counsel Tillquist. He continued that the Board exempted surplus properties in Montclair and Grand Terrace. Council Member Marquez stated that the Council of Governments will be participating in residential energy efficiency grant programs.
COUNCIL COMMENTS [02:22:37]
Marquez: Council Member Marquez stated that he attended the Southern California Association of Governments Regional Council meeting where Supervisor Curt Hagman was appointed as President, Cindy Allen from Long Beach was appointed as Vice President, and he was appointed as second Vice President, taking affect in May.
Council Member Marquez stated that he attended the SCAG Connects Southern California meeting, and they approved the Environmental Impact Report, the Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP/SCS) for 2024-2050, heard State and Federal legislative updates, and he also attended the SCAG Transportation Committee meeting where they received a presentation by the Federal Aviation Administration and Advanced Mobility. Lastly, he stated that he attended the Metrolink Board meeting.
Rogers: Council Member Rogers thanked Chino Valley Fire District Board Directors Sarah Evinger and Mike Kreeger, as well as Field Representative Suzette Dang with Supervisor Curt Hagman's office for attending the meeting. He thanked Police Chief Girard for hosting the Safety Symposium which was held for the Asian community, and it was a good event. Council Member Rogers stated that he visited the Ahmadiyya Mosque in Chino and thanked Imam and the leadership team for providing a wonderful
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evening through a tour, prayer service, and dinner. He also thanked other members of the audience for coordinating meetings to discuss issues that have come before the Council. Council Member Rogers wished everyone a happy end to Ramadan.
ADJOURN IN MEMORIAM AND IN HOPE [02:27:10]
Mayor Moran adjourned the meeting in memory of longtime resident Barbara "Sheri" Denson who passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 70.
Mayor Moran also adjourned the meeting at 7:41 p.m. with deep gratitude, respect, and appreciation for the brave individuals who serve and have served in the Armed Forces.
Their selfless contributions protect us all. May we as a community continue to support and honor them.
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