2025-191
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
OCTOBER 14, 2025
SPECIAL MEETING
FEE SCHEDULE AND DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES WORKSHOP/
REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Bennett called the Special Meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ
RAY MARQUEZ
CYNTHIA MORAN
PETER ROGERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
ELIZABETH CALCIANO, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
DANIEL BOBADILLA, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
CHRISTA BUHAGIAR, FINANCE DIRECTOR
ELIZABETH CARLOCK, FINANCE MANAGER
BRANDON FONACIER, COMMUNITY RELATIONS ANALYST II
WENDI GENSEL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK II
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 [00:18]
Led by Vice Mayor Johsz.
PUBLIC COMMENTS [00:43]
City Clerk Balz announced that two comments were received via email and were distributed at the dais and are available in the public binder.
FEE SCHEDULE AND DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE WORKSHOP [01:19] Finance Director Buhagiar stated that the workshop will be heard in two parts: the Fee Schedule and Development Impact Fees. The workshop began with the review of the City’s Comprehensive Update to User Fees. User Fees are charges for specific City services such as Recreational Programs, Permits and Facility Rentals that help ensure Docusign Envelope ID: B9C062F6-8D51-425B-B2CC-5C45AB1FAAB0
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that the cost of providing services is shared fairly by their users. Staff worked with Willdan Financial Services to complete the update by analyzing service costs and recommending adjustments to ensure the fees remain fair and defensible.
Tony Thrasher, Willdan Financial Services, gave a PowerPoint presentation on User Fees, which is on file in the City Clerk’s office. Mr. Thrasher stated that user fees are updated because they are private benefit services with costs residing within the General Fund and any subsidy to those benefits can impact the ability to fund general activities.
Objectives within a User Fee Study include determining the full cost of providing services or programs comprised of reviewing the fee schedule, identifying potential new fees, removing or restructuring obsolete fees, and using fully burdened rates and time data which gives the full cost calculation. All departments are involved in same way and form with the fee study.
Finance Director Buhagiar continued the presentation on the proposed new fees, and increased fees with significant changes in each department as outlined in the PowerPoint, which is on file in the City Clerk’s Office.
Discussion ensued amongst Council and Community Development Liguori regarding tree removal permits, cost comparison of nearby cities, and trust deposit accounts.
Council Member Moran inquired about the significant increase in reinspection fees.
Community Development Director Liguori replied that the increase is to recoup costs for staff time on reinspection’s. He added that it serves as a tool where progress is not being made on corrections provided.
Finance Director Buhagiar concluded the first half of the workshop noting that the next step includes the Public Hearing scheduled for October 28, 2025, and stated that the new fee schedule will take effect on January 1, 2026.
Council Member Moran inquired about the tree removal permit for $4,000. Community Services Liguori responded that the fee is for tree permits for developments that do not fall under the normal category and process. He noted that there can be mitigation of trees planted on site in lieu of a mitigation fee.
Discussion ensued on water meter approvals and the protocol of going through the Planning Division for approval of use on property whether it is for animals or trees.
Mayor Bennett recessed the workshop for a short break at 3:35 p.m.
Mayor Bennett reconvened the Fee Schedule and Development Impact Fee Workshop at 3:46 p.m.
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DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES NEXUS STUDY (35:56)
Finance Director Buhagiar continued the workshop to discuss the Development Impact Fee Nexus Study Update. The study examines infrastructure and public facility needs
that will result from future growth in the City and ensures the new development contributes its fair share to the cost of those facilities.
Finance Director Buhagiar introduced Carlos Villarreal and James Edison, Willdan Financial Services, who gave a PowerPoint presentation on Development Impact Fees, which is on file in the City Clerk’s Office.
Mr. Villarreal explained that impact fees are a one-time charge imposed at the building permit or certificate of occupancy stage for most residential projects and are imposed on all projects within a defined area. The fees need to fund facilities that are needed to serve new development and cannot be used for ongoing maintenance and operations or facilities to only to serve existing development. Impact fees free up the general fund revenues to be used for ongoing services and those ongoing needs.
Discussion ensued about the ability to collect fees from other entities in the City if they do projects in the City. If it is an infrastructure project, not adding increase demands such as jobs or residents, no charge could occur but if the addition is an office building, that would increase that type of demand and a charge would be justified.
Mr. Villarreal spoke on the Mitigation Fee Act Findings and Assembly Bill 602 (changes to the Mitigation Fee Act).
Council discussion ensued on the collection of fees from entities and gifts of public funds.
Mr. Villarreal continued the presentation outlining the basic methodology, calculating impact fees, impact fee categories, growth projections, cost allocation methods and fee program methodologies.
Discussion ensued on collecting monies for fire facilities and the demand generated for fire facilities with the benefit being for the residents served.
Mr. Villarreal discussed the major planned facilities including fire facilities for: fire apparatus, Fire Station 68, Essential Resource Facility, and a Ladder Truck.
Council Member Marquez inquired why the City is funding apparatuses for the Fire District.
City Manager Montgomery spoke about the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement signed between the City and the Chino Valley Fire District (CVFD). He stated the City worked with CVFD to identify what apparatus' they would need and although it will benefit the Chino Hills residents, the CVFD has the authority to collect Docusign Envelope ID: B9C062F6-8D51-425B-B2CC-5C45AB1FAAB0
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revenue for that exact same purpose. Council will need to decide if they want to continue to subsidize the cost associated with these fire-related activities or develop a very specific fee that to be collected for that purpose or to use other City monies.
Council Member Marquez spoke on funding sources and how the City of Chino Hills receives four percent of property taxes whereas CVFD receives 15 percent.
Discussion ensued on the interpretation of the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) incorporation documents. City Manager Montgomery stated they recently met with Executive Director, Samuel Martinez of LAFCO, to get his perspective on whether those documents require a new entity like the City to collect for an existing entity like CVFD. LAFCO’s response was unless it was explicitly called out, the answer would be no.
Assistant City Attorney Calciano stated in 1998 the City adopted facilities fees which included Fire District facilities; however, it was not part of the agreement.
Council Member Moran emphasized to the residents that the City and CVFD are two separate agencies with separate funding mechanisms.
Council Member Marquez asked it this impact fee could be used for future needs, for example, a new fire station in Los Serranos or a helicopter.
City Manager Montgomery responded that it could, but we would not be obligated.
Mr. Villareal continued the presentation on major planned facilities for traffic facilities, presented the maximum justified fee schedule and projected fee revenue.
Discussion ensued on Quimby fees and establishing a Community Facility District.
Community Development Director Liguori continued the presentation outlining actual projects occurring in the City to provide a comparison on what we have today and what the costs would be utilizing the maximum justified fee schedule.
Discussion ensued regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s) and what was included in the charges.
Community Development Director Liguori discussed the Municipal Code changes that will include updated definitions, adding a section to establish Fire Facilities Fee, renaming the Traffic section, clarifying that non-residential construction will be charged on a per thousand square foot basis and residential new construction will be charged on a per square foot basis as required by Assembly Bill 602, added language to explain how ADU’s will be charged, an updated Table 1 to reflect proposed fees and the most recent CPI adjusted rates for other fees, a revised section specifying when fees are due and removing the parks and recreation fee credits section. He shared a few of the questions submitted by the Building Industry Association (BIA) such as reducing the improvement value for those parks that do not have sport courts, playgrounds, etc.
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which would reduce the fees by a little, also the replacement costs of special use facilities, which the City agreed should be adjusted due to outdoor structures such as shade structures, canopies, etc., so they altered the square footages to a 200 per square foot for non-inhabitable areas, reducing the fee by a little bit as well.
Vice Mayor Johsz suggested reducing five spots for the open space park lands that just have trails. Finance Director Buhagiar stated that there are nine parks identified that do not have amenities. There was Council consensus to make the change and reduce those nine parks.
City Manager Montgomery revisited the Fire Development Impact Fee and stated that they are proposing that Council consider a City collected Development Impact Fee. He posed the question to Mr. Villarreal whether the CVFD could issue a Development Impact Fee under their own authority without the City.
Mr. Villarreal responded yes and added the City would have to adopt. He also added that the CVFD Board would determine the level of the fee and whether to adopt it and return to Council for consideration.
City Attorney Calciano stated that part of the agreement is that the City prepare the study and meet with the CVFD.
Discussion ensued on how the collection and disbursement of fees would occur.
Mr. Edison replied that it would be a similar structure for collecting a fee. The fee could be collected in part and revenue passed directly or reimbursement requests when facilities are constructed.
Discussion ensued on how to verify that the items CVFD is requesting for funding are being put towards those actual items and City Attorney Calciano responded that documentation would need to be provided for the purpose of capital fees.
Finance Director Buhagiar concluded that one change to be made is the adjustment for the nine (9) Nature Parks.
Mayor Bennett adjourned the Fee Schedule and Development Impact Fee Workshop at 4:51 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
Mayor Bennett called the Closed Session meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ART BENNETT
BRIAN JOHSZ
RAY MARQUEZ
CYNTHIA MORAN
PETER J. ROGERS
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ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT: BENJAMIN MONTGOMERY, CITY MANAGER
MARK HENSLEY, 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 Session. City Manager Montgomery and Clerk Balz did not attend this portion of the meeting.
PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Public Employee Performance Evaluation pursuant to Government Code Section §54957 - City Manager
CLOSED SESSION RECESS
Mayor Bennett recessed the Closed Session at 5:35 p.m.
CONVENE MEETING AND ROLL CALL [01:40:49]
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
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JONATHAN MARSHALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
DAVE WILLIAMS, FIRE CHIEF, CHINO VALLEY FIRE DISTRICT
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG [01:40:43]
Led by resident, Bob Goodwin.
INVOCATION [01:41:30]
Led by Pastor Collin Warner, Calvary Chapel Chino Hills.
PRESENTATIONS
PROCLAMATION - BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH [01:43:30] Mayor Bennett and Council Member Moran presented a Proclamation proclaiming October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month to Kimberly Carew of Peace, Love, and Tote and Chino Hills resident Sara Delgado.
Ms. Carew thanked Council for the Proclamation and spoke about her personal story of battling cancer, being a ten-and-a-half-year survivor, and how she started the Peace, Love, Tote Foundation. Ms. Carew also noted that she is now a Board Member for the City of Hope.
Ms. Delgado thanked Council for the recognition and expressed how grateful she is to have the support from the community and her family to help during her difficult time battling cancer and how fortunate she is to be a breast cancer survivor.
PROCLAMATION - DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH [01:51:24] Mayor Bennett presented a Proclamation proclaiming October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month to House of Ruth Chief Development Officer, Rhonda Beltran and Chief Executive Officer, Pat Bell..
Ms. Bell thanked the Council for their recognition and pointed out that they have served the Chino Hills community for 49 years. She spoke about the prevalence of domestic violence and added that the House of Ruth resources are available to the public and the youth by calling their hotline or by visiting their website.
Ms. Beltran shared her personal stories of domestic violence within her family and invited the public to an upcoming light vigil on Tuesday, October 28th, for more information visit www.houseofruth.inc.org.
RECOGNITION - RUBEN S. AYALA HIGH SCHOOL [01:56:14]
Mayor Bennett presented a Certificate of Recognition to Ruben S. Ayala High School Principal Diana Yarboi and Assistant Principals Nicholas Hale, John Kunishima, James Newcomb, and Whitney Schiller on behalf of the City, Senator Seyarto, Congresswomen Kim and Torres and County Supervisor Hagman for being one of the top high schools in the Nation for 2025-26 School Year.
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Principal Diana Yarboi thanked Council for their recognition and the City for their support and continued dedication to Ayala High School students. The accomplishment would not have been possible without the hard work, passion and teamwork of everyone on the Ayala Community.
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER REPORT [02:00:19]
Public Information Officer Freeman announced the following information:
• QUALITY OF LIFE SURVEY
o The City is collecting feedback from our residents through a short community survey to learn which quality of life factors matter most to them
o The quick survey covers topics that will help guide the City’s future and is available online at www.chinohills.org/QOLSurvey through Thursday, October 16th
• HOME IMPROVEMENT GRANTS
o Home Improvement Grant Program has returned and provides eligible homeowners with up to $7,500 to help revitalize their properties o Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until all programs’ funds have been distributed
o Learn more and apply online at
www.chinohills.org/HomeImprovementGrant
• HALLOWEEN EVENTS
o Free Special Needs Spooky Social for friends and families with special needs on October 23rd from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
o Teens Night Out Halloween Escape Room for teens ages 13 to 17 on October 24th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
o Active Adults 50+ Monster Mash Dance Party on October 29th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
o Free Annual Trick-or-Treat at The Shoppes event on October 31st from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a costume contest at 4:00 p.m. o For details on all these events and other fall programs, visit www.chinohills.org/Recreation.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION [02:01:33] There was no action taken during Closed Session.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST / LEVINE ACT ANNOUNCEMENTS [02:01:43] There were no conflict-of-interest or Levine Act announcements to record.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS [02:01:55]
There were no public comments.
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CITY DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
CONSENT CALENDAR [02:02:07]
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 September 23, 2025, City Council Meeting Minutes, as presented.
CITY OFFICIAL TRAVEL EXPENSE AND REIMBURSEMENT REPORT
The City Council received and filed the City Officials' Travel Expense and Reimbursement Report regarding trainings and/or meetings reimbursed by the City pursuant to Government Code Sections 53232.2 and 53232.3 and the City Official Travel Expense and Reimbursement Policy Section 2.2.5 for the period of September 23, through October 13, 2025, as presented.
PAYMENT REGISTER
The City Council ratified payments over $25,000 totaling $8,000,828.46 for month ended August 31, 2025, as presented.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
The City Council received and filed the Monthly Financial Report for month ended August 31, 2025, as presented.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - BIOLOGICAL MONITORING SERVICES
The City Council authorized the execution of Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. A2016-046 with Leatherman BioConsulting, Inc., to extend the contract term to June 30, 2029 to provide biological monitoring services during upcoming construction of Vila Borba Tracts 16413 and 16614.
AGREEMENT - ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW - CANYON ESTATES DEVELOPMENT The City Council authorized execution of three-year Agreement No. A2025-194 with two additional one-year renewal options with Kimley-Horn Associates, Inc. for a total contract amount not to exceed $425,350 to prepare an environmental review for the proposed Canyon Estates development, consisting of 328-units on 380-acre property located at terminus of Soquel Canyon Parkway, east of Pipeline Avenue, to determine consistency with General Plan Environmental Impact Report.
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ON-CALL PRE-QUALIFIED CONSULTANTS - ENGINEERING LAND
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
The City Council approved the amended list of On-Call Pre-Qualified Engineering - Land Development Services consultants due to the high-volume submission on entitlement applications.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENTS - ON-CALL AND EMERGENCY REPAIR SERVICES FOR CITY’S WATER AND SEWER SYSTEMS
The City Council authorized (1) the execution of Amendment No. 3 to Agreement No. A2022-156 with Doty Bros Equipment Company, replacing Exhibit A to amend the billable rates for On-Call and Emergency Repair Services, including Water and Sewer Systems; (2) the execution of Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A2022- 157 with W. A. Rasic Construction Company, Inc., replacing Exhibit A to amend the billable rates for On-Call and Emergency Repair Services, including Water and Sewer Systems; and (3) the execution of Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A2022-158 with TE Roberts, Inc., replacing Exhibit A to amend the billable rates for On-Call and Emergency Repair Services, including Water and Sewer Systems.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - HERBICIDAL APPLICATIONS AND VEGETATION
TRIMMING SERVICES
The City Council authorized the execution of Amendment No. 1 to Maintenance Services Agreement No. A2025-187 with RPW Services, Inc., to clarify the not-to- exceed total contract amount of $411,460 for herbicidal applications and select vegetation trimming services throughout City.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - QUALITY ASSURANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL
ENGINEERING SERVICES
The City Council authorized the execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement No. A2024-168 with RMA Group, Inc. increasing the not-to-exceed amount from $161,700.00 to $168,883.60 for Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) engineering services for the Serenity Grove Residential project.
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
CITY HALL FIRE STATE OF EMERGENCY REVIEW - UPDATE NO. 4 [02:02:22] City Manager Montgomery briefed the City Council on staff report, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. He reminded the residents that sixteen weeks ago City Hall experienced a fire on the second floor that resulted in two sprinklers activating causing Docusign Envelope ID: B9C062F6-8D51-425B-B2CC-5C45AB1FAAB0
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significant damage throughout City Hall. Since the incident, much of City Hall has been restored but there is still work to be done to restore public areas. Storage pods have been removed, and temporary office spaces and trailers will be removed next week.
Since Council took action to provide emergency authority for the City Manager to move the project, this item needs to be heard at every Council Meeting to provide an update of the progress and to seek a vote to continue receiving updates until City Hall is restored.
Following the presentation, a motion was made by Council Member Rogers and seconded by Council Member Marquez to (1) review and file the update to the City Hall Fire emergency declaration in accordance with Public Construction Code 22050 and continue to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute all necessary agreements related to the repair and restoration of City Hall under Chino Hills Municipal Code 2.08.065.A.1 on an emergency basis; and (2) determine by four-fifths vote, there is a need to continue the City Manager's authority under Public Construction Code 22050 to repair City Hall and procure the necessary equipment, services and supplies for these purposes, without giving notice for bids to let contracts, due to the continued existence of the local emergency caused by the City Hall fire and flooding.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: BENNETT, JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, MORAN, ROGERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
PLANNING COMMISSION MATTERS
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. CUP-0003-2025 - EARTH AND ESSENCE WELLNESS SPA - 15911 POMONA RINCON ROAD, SUITE 14 [02:04:30] Conditional Use Permit No. CUP-0003-2025 - Jerry Kanjanawijit, applicant - Earth and Essence Wellness Spa at 15911 Pomona Rincon Road - The Planning Commission adopted a Resolution approving Conditional Use Permit CUP-0003-2025 for operation of a massage establishment (Earth and Essence Wellness Spa) at 15911 Pomona Rincon road, Suite 140, and determining project exempt from review under California Quality Environmental Quality Act, subject to Conditions of Approval, as amended.
There was no action taken on the forgoing Planning Commission item.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED [02:04:38]
Miguel Navar, Station Commander at the Chino Hills Army Career Center, spoke about his desire to partner with the City with the Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. He stated the initiative has been recently established with the City of Chino, Chino Police Department and City of Upland and assists individuals of active-duty
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service or army reserve that are exiting the army with opportunities for further employment opportunities and continue that service,
Debra Madsen, resident, expressed concerns regarding evacuations during an emergency in Carbon Canyon, specifically the closed gates halting ingress/egress in the area that can only be opened by law enforcement.
Suzette Dang, County Supervisor Hagman’s Office, announced the Annual Veteran Claims and Resource event on Saturday, November 8th, between 10:00 a.m. at 2:00 p.m. at the District Office located at 14010 City Center Drive in Chino Hills for those Veterans looking for resources. She encouraged residents who wish to attend to register as it is required by calling (909) 465-5265.
Christina Santos, spoke about the recent passing of her brother Cody Genis and thanked the City, Fire and Police Department, and Social Work Action Group (SWAG) for their assistance.
Joanne Genis, resident, spoke about her son Cody who recently passed, the difficulties he had on the streets, and her experiences with the courts to seek help for him.
Debi Hernandez, shared information about Mental Health Courts and Care Court legislation, and asked what the City and County could do to address these issues.
SAFETY UPDATES [02:20:35]
Fire: Fire Chief Williams provided an update on Fire Station 68 and added that the large trucks carrying large volumes of dirt in and out of the property will be completed soon.
He invited everyone to attend the State of the District on October 23rd. Lastly, he mentioned a survey that went out to residents regarding standards of cover where recommendations are encouraged on how the Fire District can be a better organization.
Police: Police Chief Girard invited residents to the upcoming Coffee with a Cop on October 16th at Klatch Coffee from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. where residents can discuss their concerns they may have about their neighborhood or other matters.
CITY MANAGER UPDATES [02:22:10]
City Manager Montgomery referred to the Public Comment made by Debra Madsen earlier that has also been a concern of other residents and Council Members, regarding alternate routes out of Carbon Canyon during an emergency. He stated that staff are looking at a variety of angles through the lenses of multiple departments and will return to a future Council meeting with a staff report.
COUNCIL REPORTS [02:22:53]
Vice Mayor Johsz
• OMNITRANS BOARD
Vice Mayor Johsz attended the Omnitrans Board meeting where they approved the purchase of electric buses.
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Council Member Marquez
• SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY BOARD
o GENERAL POLICY COMMITTEE
Council Member Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority General Policy Committee meeting and received an update on the San Bernardino Council of Governments and Regional Housing Trust updates.
o LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE
Council Member Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Legislative Policy Committee meeting and reviewed the State and Federal updates.
Council Member Moran
• CALIFORNIA INSTITUTION FOR MEN CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE Council Member Moran attended the California Institution for Men Citizen Advisory Committee and stated they will be hosting their Annual Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 17th and they are continuing their process of closing the Norco Facility that will be completely closed by October of 2026.
Council Member Rogers
• ANIMAL RESOURCE CENTER JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY BOARD
Council Member Rogers attended the Animal Resource Center Joint Powers Authority Board and said they are continuing to build their programs and purchases of inventory (trucks/trailers), adoption of the Trap, Neuter and Release program, adopted a strategic plan and established a Friends of Board of Directors" consisting of five community members and that this animal shelter is a great investment for the community.
COUNCIL COMMENTS [02:25:54]
Moran: Council Member Moran extended her deepest sympathies to the Genis Family.
She said that Cody did not pass away in vain and that Joann’s advocacy and efforts will continue to change the lives of others.
Rogers: Council Member Rogers extended his deepest sympathies to the Genis family and concurred with Council Member Moran’s sentiments. Lastly, he thanked all those involved with the Chino Hills Community Foundation Annual Wine Walk that happened over the weekend which was a success.
Marquez: Council Member Marquez extended his deepest condolences to the Genis family. He shared his personal stories with Cody and thanked the family for all their advocacy efforts and told them to continue the fight. He spoke about the recent Carbon Canyon road closure and all the incoming and outgoing phone calls that took place. He attended a Southern California Edison Eastern Region Leaders Roundtable in Redlands hosted by President and CEO Steve Powell. They are in the process of a rate study, increase in rates due to two reasons: hardening of all the lines in the high fire areas and Docusign Envelope ID: B9C062F6-8D51-425B-B2CC-5C45AB1FAAB0
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grounding 220 miles at $4 million cost per mile totaling $880 million. He stated that there is going to be a 30 percent increase in Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in the next fire season and shortening the grids so it will not be down as long. He announced he is no longer the president of the Cal Cities Latino Caucus that he served for two years. Lastly, he met with Paul Hernandez of WELL (Water Education for Latino Leaders) and discussed their Annual Conference to be held on March 27 through 28 in Fresno.
Johsz: Vice Mayor Johsz extended his deepest condolences to the Genis family. He commended Joann for continuing to advocate on behalf of Cody.
Bennett: Mayor Bennett extended his deepest condolences to the Genis family. He agreed that the system is broken and added that Cody is no longer in pain and suffering.
ADJOURN IN MEMORIAM [02:34:37]
Mayor Bennett adjourned the meeting at 6:56 p.m. in memoriam of Cody Genis, a Chino Hills resident, who passed away on October 4, 2025, at the age of 30.
Respectfully submitted,
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
APPROVED: October 28, 2025
Docusign Envelope ID: B9C062F6-8D51-425B-B2CC-5C45AB1FAAB0
Certificate Of Completion
Envelope Id: B9C062F6-8D51-425B-B2CC-5C45AB1FAAB0 Status: Completed Subject: 10-14-2025 CC Minutes.pdf
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Certificate Pages: 1 Initials: 0 Jessica Contreras
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Status: Original
10/29/2025 8:27:35 AM
Holder: Jessica Contreras
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Location: DocuSign
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Cheryl Balz
[email protected]
City Clerk
City of Chino Hills
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Sent: 10/29/2025 8:29:18 AM
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Signed: 10/29/2025 8:51:41 AM
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Envelope Sent Hashed/Encrypted 10/29/2025 8:29:18 AM
Envelope Updated Security Checked 10/29/2025 8:51:10 AM Certified Delivered Security Checked 10/29/2025 8:49:42 AM Signing Complete Security Checked 10/29/2025 8:51:41 AM Completed Security Checked 10/29/2025 8:51:41 AM
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