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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
JANUARY 14, 2025
FEE SCHEDULE WORKSHOP
SPECIAL / REGULAR MEETING
CONVENE MEETING AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Bennett 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: ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ
RAY MARQUEZ
CYNTHIA MORAN
PETER J. ROGERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
DANIEL BOBADILLA, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CHRISTA BUHAGIAR, FINANCE DIRECTOR
LIZ CARLOCK, FINANCE MANAGER
BRANDON FONACIER, COMMUNITY RELATIONS ANALYST II
ROD HILL, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
NICHOLAS LIGUORI, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR
JONATHAN MARSHALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
PUBLIC COMMENTS [0:20]
There were no public comments.
FEE SCHEDULE WORKSHOP [00:30]
Finance Director Buhagiar briefed the City Council on the proposed User Fee Amendments and provided a PowerPoint presentation, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. She outlined new and decreased fees for the Building Services, Development Services, Public Works/Engineering, Community Services, and Finance Departments/Divisions.
Discussion ensued regarding post entitlement review fees, electronic check fees, after- hour inspection fees and investigations fees. Mayor Bennett also asked if the new fees would be included in next year's budget.
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Finance Director Buhagiar answered affirmatively and stated that the next step is to conduct a public hearing at the next regularly scheduled meeting to adopt the changes.
Mayor Bennett adjourned the Special Meeting Fee Workshop at 4:20 p.m.
Mayor Bennett called the Closed Session meeting to order 5:00 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: 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 Bennett declared the meeting recessed at 5:00 p.m. for Closed Sessions. City Clerk Balz did not attend this portion of the meeting.
REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 for price and terms for property located at APN No. 101765225 (2,600 square- foot area at southwest corner of Soquel Canyon Parkway and Slate Drive); Benjamin Montgomery, City’s Negotiator and Richard (Rich) Wojtasiak, Alterra Homeowners Association Negotiator
EXISTING LITIGATION
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
SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) Significant Exposure to Litigation (1 case) A letter was attached as part of this item and is on file in the City Clerk's office.
CLOSED SESSION RECESS
Mayor Bennett recessed the Closed Session at 5.40 p.m.
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CONVENE MEETING AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Bennett called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ
RAY MARQUEZ
CYNTHIA MORAN
PETER J. ROGERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
DANIEL BOBADILLA, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CHRISTA BUHAGIAR, FINANCE DIRECTOR
BRANDON FONACIER, COMMUNITY RELATIONS ANALYST II
NICOLE FREEMAN, PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
WENDI GENSEL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK II
AL GIRARD, CHIEF OF POLICE, CHINO HILLS POLICE
DEPARTMENT
ROD HILL, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
NICHOLAS LIGUORI, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR
JONATHAN MARSHALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
DAVE WILLIAMS, FIRE CHIEF, CHINO VALLEY FIRE DISTRICT
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG [21:25]
Led by Council Member Marquez.
INVOCATION [21:55]
Led by Pastor Ken Elben, Chino Valley Community Church.
PRESENTATIONS
HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING CONTEST WINNERS [22:42]
Mayor Bennett presented $50.00 Septembers Taproom and Eatery gift cards to the winners of the City's Annual 2024 Holiday Home Decorating Contest in addition to a yard sign that can be displayed during the holiday season. He also presented certificates of recognition on behalf of the City, County Supervisor Hagman, Assembly Member Chen, and Congresswomen Torres and Kim to the winners in the following categories:
Merry & Bright - The Lara Family (not present)
Holiday Spirit -- The Moreno Family
Best Theme - The Ellison Family (not present)
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Mr. Moreno thanked his wife and family for helping with the decorations and making it a family affair.
PROCLAMATION - NATIONAL HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS DAY [26:51] Mayor Bennett presented a Proclamation proclaiming January 11, 2025, as National Human Trafficking Awareness day to Police Chief Girard.
Police Chief Girard accepted the proclamation on behalf of the men and women of the Chino Hills Police Department and recognized the Council’s continued effort to raise public awareness of Human Trafficking. He stated if anyone witnesses or suspects human trafficking to report it to the National Human Trafficking Hotline at (888) 373- 7888, anonymously at www.wetip.com, or call 911 for immediate law enforcement assistance.
PRESENTATION - TREE TRIMMING BUDGET AND PRIORITIZATION [28:46] Landscape Inspector II Fusco and Management Analyst II DalPont provided a PowerPoint presentation on Urban Forest Management, which is on file in the City Clerk’s Office. They spoke about tree maintenance, service requests, perspective on tree inventory, time, accessibility, labor, and costs; prioritization on tree trimming by tree conditions, property encroachment, fire safety; and provided reasons why topping trees is harmful. They explained the Resi-Pay Program; Non-City Funded Projects; Park Grid Trim; and National Arbor Day.
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER REPORT [45:26]
Public Information Officer (PIO) Freeman announced the following information:
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PUBLIC (SCE) SAFETY POWER SHUTOFFS
o The City understands that many of our residents have been affected by Southern California Edison’s (SCE) ongoing Public Safety Power Shutoffs which remain in effect for areas of Chino Hills through tomorrow, January 15th at midnight.
o The City thanks our community for all their patience throughout this process and remind everyone to stay prepared until SCE issues the “All Clear”
o Throughout this event, City officials and City Council Members have been in constant communication with SCE advocating on our resident’s behalf to expedite all power restorations as quickly and safely as possible, and for SCE to provide timely information and updates to residents.
o SCE has established a Community Resource Center at the Chino Hills Community Center, which will be open through January 15th from 8:00 am. to 10:00 pm. Residents can find information and support from SCE as well as charging stations for mobile devices and portable medical equipment and pick up a free SCE-provided resiliency kit.
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CITY & RECREATION NEWS
o Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closures
o City Facilities and the Library will be closed on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, trash service is not affected.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS [47:24]
City Clerk Balz announced the rules of the public comment portions of the meeting and explained the new guidelines as noted on the agenda regarding speaker cards, city business, signs, banners, and flags, Levine Act Disclosures, and tips for speaking at City Council meetings. City Clerk Balz referenced page two of the agenda and the backside of the speaker cards where the above information can be located.
Doug McCormick, resident, spoke about the latest wind event and the large amounts of foliage debris at his residence that was coming from the City’s adjacent/maintained slope.
John Rysanek, resident, spoke about fire safety and dry brush in the Carbon Canyon community.
Ansel Zhao, resident, spoke about her concerns with dry brush near her residence and stated that fire safety should be a top priority of the City.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST / LEVINE ACT ANNOUNCEMENTS [58:12] There were no conflict-of-interest or Levine Act announcements to record.
CITY DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
CONSENT CALENDAR [58:17]
Mayor Bennett announced the Consent Calendar items and asked the Council if there were any items to pull.
Hearing none, a motion was made by Vice Mayor Johsz and seconded by Council Member Marquez to approve the following Consent Calendar Items:
MINUTES
The City Council approved the December 10, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes, as presented.
PAYMENT REGISTER
The City Council ratified payments over $25,000 totaling $6,571,571.97 for the month ended November 30, 2024, as presented.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
The City Council received and filed the Monthly Financial Report for the month ended November 30, 2024, as presented.
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CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS AND STATEMENT OF ECONOMIC
INTERESTS ELECTRONIC FILING SYSTEM - ORDINANCE ADOPTED
The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 416 entitled: "An Ordinance of the City of Chino Hills, Adding Chapter 2.50 (Electronic Filing of Statements Required by the Political Reform Act) to Title 2 (Administration and Personnel) of the Chino Hills Municipal Code, Requiring Electronic and Paperless Filings of the Fair Political Practices Commission Campaign Disclosure Statements and Statement of Economic Interests Forms” for second reading (introduced December 10, 2024).
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - AFFORDABILITY RESTRICTION CHANGES TO EXEMPT SURPLUS PROPERTY - 4528 AND 4628 FAIRWAY BOULEVARD -
RESOLUTION ADOPTED
The City Council (1) authorized the execution of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A2021-187 with Pomona Valley Habitat for Humanity, Inc. to implement the change in the affordability restriction from very low-income to lower-income for properties located at 4528 and 4628 Fairway Boulevard; (2) approved and authorized execution of the First Amendment to Declarations of Covenants and Restrictions on Resale for both parcels; (3) approved and authorized execution of the First Amendment to Deed Covenant for both parcels; and (4) adopted Resolution No. 2025R-001 of the City of Chino Hills, Determining Two City-Owned Parcels Located at 4528 and 4628 Fairway Boulevard to be Exempt Surplus Land Pursuant to Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(B) and Determining the Project is Exempt From Review Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
AGREEMENTS - RECREATION INSTRUCTION CLASSES
The City Council (1) authorized the execution of a three-year Agreement No. A2025-020 with Katherine Abrego Cortines dba Studio K Dance Center LLC to provide year-round recreation instruction at an annual cost not-to-exceed $125,000 and a total contract amount not-to-exceed $375,000; and (2) authorized the execution of a three-year Agreement No. A2025-021 with William Bush dba Tennis Anyone, Inc. to provide year-round recreation instruction at an annual cost not-to- exceed $150,000 and a total contract amount not-to-exceed $450,000.
AGREEMENT - VINYL FENCING - CHINO HILLS PARKWAY AND STATE ROUTE 142 - RESOLUTION ADOPTED
The City Council (1) appropriated $85,000 from the L&L 1-K Woodview Fund; (2)adopted Resolution No. 2025R-002 of the City of Chino Hills, Authorizing Approval of a Project Specific Maintenance Agreement for Vinyl Fencing Along the South Side of Chino Hills Parkway in the City of Chino Hills (08-SBd-142-PM 5.5-5.7) Between the State of California Acting by and Through the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans); (3) authorized the execution of a Project Specific Maintenance Agreement No. A2025-022 (08-SBd-142-PM 5.5-5.7) for Vinyl Fencing along Chino Hills Parkway (SR-142) between the State of California, acting by and through the Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the City of Chino Hills, that will obligate the City to maintain and control weeds around the fencing; and (4) determined that the installation and maintenance of Vinyl Fencing along Chino Hills Parkway (SR-142) from Market Place to Ramona Avenue is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, Public Resources Code Docusign Envelope ID: 9CD85C77-538B-4222-B474-4F762D83B7CB
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Section 21000 et seq. (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 and 15303 of CEQA Guidelines.
AGREEMENT - CITY YARD EXTERIOR STAFF RESTROOM ADDITION PROJECT The City Council (1) awarded Agreement No. A2025-023 to Golden Coast Construction in the amount of $400,166.95 for the City Yard Exterior Staff Restroom Addition Project;(2) authorized the City Manager, at his discretion, to approve cumulative change orders up to ten percent ($40,016.70) of the awarded contract amount; and (3) determined the project to be exempt as Class 3 Categorical Exemption from review under the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq. ("CEQA"), pursuant to Section 15303 of CEQA Guidelines.
CHANGE ORDER - COMMUNITY PARK CONCRETE V-DITCH REPLACEMENT
AND RESTORATION PROJECT
The City Council (1) authorized the execution of Change Order No. 1 to Agreement No. A2024-173 with Crimson Marie Company, Inc. in the amount of $86,647.20, increasing the total agreement to a not-to-exceed amount of $639,086.00; and (2)authorized the City Manager, at his discretion, to approve additional cumulative change orders from 10 percent to 20 percent ($110,487.76) of the original awarded contract amount for the anticipated change orders during the remainder of the construction phase.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: BENNETT, JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, MORAN, ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
TRES HERMANOS CONSERVATION AUTHORITY - BOARD DELEGATE
APPOINTMENT [58:56]
City Clerk Balz presented the staff report, which is on file in the City Clerk’s office. At the December 10, 2024, City Council meeting, the Council appointed Council Members Rogers and Marquez as Directors of the Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority Board (Board). However, the selection of an alternate Director to the Board was inadvertently missed.
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Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Rogers and seconded by Council Member Marquez, to appoint Council Member Cynthia Moran to serve as Alternate Director to the Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority Board.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: BENNETT, JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, MORAN, ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ITEM INITIATED BY COUNCIL
2025 COMMISSIONER APPOINTMENTS [59:58]
City Clerk Balz briefed the City Council on the staff report, which is on file in the City Clerk’s Office. She stated that the Commissioners' terms run coterminous with the Council Members who appointed them and requested nominations. She also stated that the full Council would need to ratify their selections by vote.
Mayor Bennett and Council Member Moran stated unanimously that they were going to re-appoint all of their Commissioners.
Council Member Moran read into the record the following nominated Commissioners:
•Parks and Recreation Commission: Robert Gavela
•Planning Commission: Peter Pirritano
•Public Works Commission: Mike Kleczko
Mayor Bennett read into the record the following nominated Commissioners:
•Parks and Recreation Commission: Jennifer Holtkamp
•Planning Commission: Sheran Voigt
•Public Works Commission: Natalie Avila
Following the nominations, a motion was made by Council Member Rogers and seconded by Council Member Marquez, to re-appoint Jennifer Holtkamp, and Robert Docusign Envelope ID: 9CD85C77-538B-4222-B474-4F762D83B7CB
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Gavela to the Parks and Recreation Commission; Sheran Voigt, and Peter Pirritano to the Planning Commission; Natalie Avila, and Mike Kleczko to the Public Works Commission with terms expiring November 30, 2028.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: BENNETT, JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, MORAN, ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED [1:02:43]
Suzette Dang, representing Supervisor Hagman’s office, announced that Supervisor Hagman is accepting applications from 4th District residents (Chino, Chino Hills, Montclair, Ontario, Upland, south of 14th Street, and surrounding unincorporated areas) interested in sitting on the following Boards/Committees/Commissions: Airport, Behavioral Health, Campaign Accountability and Veterans Advisory. She reminded residents to stay safe during recent weather conditions and for more information and tips visit https://oes.sbcounty.gov/
Juan Ortiz, resident, said he was new to the City and thanked the Community Development Department for guiding him on his house project.
Sarah Ramos-Evinger, resident, reminded the community that the City has a Carbon Canyon Fire Safe Council that meets the first Wednesday of every month and invited the community to attend those meetings. She said if anyone has any questions regarding the meetings, contact the Chino Valley Fire District directly at (909) 902-5260.
SAFETY UPDATES [1:08:12]
Fire: Fire Chief Williams provided an update on the current wildfires. He stated that the Pacific Palisades fire is at 23,000 acres burned, 17 percent contained and is still active and the Eaton Fire is at 14,000 acres burned, 35 percent contained and is also still active. He added that Chino Valley Fire District has deployed firefighters to both fires and explained just how firefighter personnel are positioned to serve catastrophes as well as the community. Lastly, he spoke about brush clearance, weed abatement, weather conditions, and fire safety.
Police: Police Chief Girard stated that in the month of December the Police Department worked collaboratively with the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department to conduct multiple retail theft operations during the holidays, called Smash and Grab that aims to prevent retail theft. He said that ten Chino Hills businesses participated, which led to 17 arrests in the City. Lastly, Operation Smash and Grab was a successful collaboration and added that the high visibility of law enforcement personnel conducting proactive patrols helped deter crime.
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Vice Mayor Johsz asked Police Chief Girard to talk about the passing of Proposition 36 and how this affects the Police Department’s job.
Police Chief Girard responded that it would help as far as the narcotic aspect where a suspect that is convicted of a second narcotics sentencing will result in a felony sentence or choice to receive services. He added that instead of someone being arrested multiple times in possession of narcotics and getting a misdemeanor, they will now have the choice of a felony conviction or receiving help.
COUNCIL REPORTS [1:17:12]
Mayor Bennett
•CHINO VALLEY FIRE DISTRICT BOARD
Mayor Bennett stated that he did not attend the Chino Valley Fire District Board (CVFD) meeting due to a power outage; however, they recognized the retirement of Battalion Chief Wayne Fontes for 31 years of service and performed the badge pinning ceremony for Battalion Chiefs Jon Cripe and Chuck Kinne; Captains Nathan Brooks, Kyle Colonna, Dan Fry, and Tommy Kavanaugh and Engineers Josh Chronister, Eric Englehardt, Christian Noboa and Aaron Patty.
Lastly, there was a presentation by the Chino Valley Medical Center recognizing Chino Valley Fire District’s response to the fire incident. •CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD
Mayor Bennett did not attend the Chino Valley Unified School District Board meeting and stated that the Board held their annual reorganization, and all of its officers remained the same.
Vice Mayor Johsz
•OMNITRANS BOARD
Vice Mayor Johsz attended the Omnitrans Board meeting and said that the Board previously approved a .25-cent fare rate increase; however, after anticipating there would be a decrease in ridership due to the increase, they decided to forgo the rate increase. Lastly, he announced that February 4th is Rosa Parks birthday and Omnitrans will be giving free ridership on fixed bus routes which is called Transit Equity Day.
Council Member Marquez
•SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY BOARD
o GENERAL POLICY COMMITTEE
Council Member Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) Board - General Policy Committee meeting and said the Board approved the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget, received an update on the San Bernardino Council of Governments Work Plan, and reviewed the Summary Report for Measure I Capital Improvements.
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o BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Member Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Board meeting and said the Board appointed a Board Member to the Metrolink Board, established an ad hoc Committee for SBCTA and SBCOG to begin recruiting for the next Executive Director, received a presentation on the Annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, and awarded the Central Avenue and Chino existing planning project. Lastly, the Board heard a presentation from South Coast Air Quality Management District regarding Rules 1111 and 1121 to eliminate gas for stoves and heating, SBCTA is opposing these rules.
Council Member Rogers
•CHINO BASIN DESALTER AUTHORITY BOARD
Council Member Rogers attended the Chino Basin Desalter Authority Board meeting, and the Board approved numerous contracts for facility upgrades and/or pump and well repairs and conducted their annual election of officers and committee assignments.
•TRES HERMANOS CONSERVATION AUTHORITY BOARD
Council Member Rogers attended the Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority Board meeting and stated that the Board meeting locations rotate every two years, and they are back at the City of Industry. The Board discussed an item regarding installation of erosion control measures on the earthen dam. He spoke about the next Tres Hermanos Ranch property tour to take place in February and stated that they will draw from the original list of interested individuals. He added that they will readvertise next fall for another tour. Lastly, Cory Moss, City of Industry, was voted in as Chair and Andrew Chou, City of Diamond Bar, as Vice Chair for 2025.
COUNCIL COMMENTS [1:24:00]
Moran: Council Member Moran inquired about the wood chips on the Caltrans right-of- way and asked if they were flammable versus non-flammable. Public Works Director Bobadilla responded that he cannot speak about the materials that Caltrans uses but stated that the City uses materials that are non-flammable. Council Member Moran stated that both her and Vice Mayor Johsz had their first meeting of the Public Safety ad hoc Committee and that they addressed evacuations. She requested a representative from Chino Valley Fire District and Chino Valley Unified School District to attend a future meeting to ensure everyone is on the same page.
CITY MANAGER UPDATE [01:26:16]
City Manager Montgomery had nothing to report.
Rogers: Council Member Rogers stated that there has been no rain in Southern California since the first week of May 2024, and currently Southern California is in moderate drought conditions. He said that he anticipates traditional rain in the upcoming months. Lastly, he stated there are numerous dump trucks speeding by and utilizing Carbon Canyon and inquired about increasing patrol in the area.
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Marquez: Council Member Marquez attended a Water Education for Latino Leaders (WELL) session, in the Coachella Valley and they toured Salton Sea and the Polanco Mobile Home Park which is suffering from unsafe groundwater wells. He stated that it broke his heart because their water is laced with arsenic and that this is no way for people in California to live. He added that there will be a series of five sessions. He spoke about getting permission to host a meeting at Western Hills in the next 30 days regarding fire behavior and what the City is doing. This meeting will include Carbon Fire Safe Council, Homeowners Associations and Sleepy Hollow. He spoke about pickle ball courts that people are utilizing minus the parking issues. He inquired about the capacity of the water reservoirs. Public Works Bobadilla responded that there are 18 reservoirs strategically located within the City with the capacity of 39 million gallons of water and added that anytime there is a wind event, they top the reservoirs off with water to ensure they have the pressure to fight a fire. Council Member Marquez asked if the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) affects water pumping if it occurs at night.
Public Works Director Bobadilla responded there are generators deployed to critical locations to continue pumping water into the reservoirs. Council Member Marquez inquired about the fire hydrants throughout the City and if they are tested often. Public Works Director Bobadilla responded there 2,800 fire hydrants in the City that are tested every four years; however, they are reassessing the schedule due to the current events and will return to Council at a future date with more information. He added that they have identified an area on Cannon Lane with six homes that are vulnerable and if there is no power, they will have no water. The Public Works Department is currently working on a solution to provide a connection point so that they can run a generator to that station. Lastly, Council Member Marquez thanked Public Works Director Bobadilla for putting a center divider lane on Pinnacle Street due to cars driving on both sides of the road. Lastly, he attended a dinner for outgoing Chino Valley Fire District Board Member John DeMonaco and thanked him for his service.
Johsz: Vice Mayor Johsz reminded residents to be prepared for an emergency. Lastly, reminded the community to be cognizant that street light rules apply during power outages.
Bennett: Mayor Bennett attended a ceremony for four Eagle Scouts from Troop 220 and congratulated them on their commendations and projects that lead them to this high honor. Lastly, he spoke about fire safety in the City and pointed out that the City is looking at measures to make sure everyone is organized in getting to safety.
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ADJOURN IN MEMORIAM AND IN HOPE [1:38:53]
Mayor Bennett said to keep all those affected by the wildfires in your thoughts and make donations to those in need, and he also adjourned the meeting at 7:19 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. He said may we as a community continue to support and honor them, as well as public safety responders.
Respectfully submitted,
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
APPROVED:
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