2026-120
20 2026-025 MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF CHINO HILLS
CIVIC CENTER, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
14000 CITY CENTER DRIVE, CHINO HILLS, CALIFORNIA
JUNE 9, 2026
REGULAR MEETING
CONVENE MEETING AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Johsz called the Closed Session meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: BRIAN JOHSZ
ART BENNETT
RAY MARQUEZ
CYNTHIA MORAN
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: PETER J. ROGERS
ALSO PRESENT: ROD HILL, CITY MANAGER
MARK HENSLEY, CITY ATTORNEY
ELIZABETH CALCIANO, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
NICHOLAS LIGUORI, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Johsz declared the meeting recessed at 5:00 p.m. for Closed Session. City Clerk Balz did not attend this portion of the meeting.
EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) - Exposure to Litigation (one case)
EXISTING LITIGATION
Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1): Existing Litigation: In re: Aqueous Film-Forming Foams Products Liability Litigation, MDL No. 2:18-mn-02873 (City of Camden, et al., v. 3M Company, No. 2:23- cv-03147-RMG and City of Camden, et al., v. E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company, et al., No. 2:23-cv-03230-RMG)
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Community Development Director Liguori joined the meeting for the following closed session item at 5:28 p.m.
REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Real Property Negotiations for price and terms of payment for 3295 Eucalyptus Avenue, Chino Hills; APN 1032-221-05; C & C Development, Todd Cottle, Negotiating Party, and Rod Hill, City Manager, and Nicholas Liguori, Community Development Director, City's Negotiators
CLOSED SESSION RECESS
Mayor Johsz recessed the Closed Session at 5:50 p.m.
CONVENE MEETING AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Johsz called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and requested City Clerk Balz to call roll.
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: BRIAN JOHSZ
RAY MARQUEZ
ART BENNETT
CYNTHIA MORAN
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: PETER J. ROGERS
ALSO PRESENT: ROD HILL, CITY MANAGER
MARK HENSLEY CITY ATTORNEY
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
CHRISTA BUHAGIAR, FINANCE DIRECTOR
BRANDON FONACIER, COMMUNITY RELATIONS ANALYST II
NICOLE FREEMAN, PUBLIC INFORMATION MANAGER
WENDI GENSEL, DEPUTY CITY CLERK II
AL GIRARD, POLICE CHIEF, CHINO HILLS POLICE
DEPARTMENT
NICHOLAS LIGUORI, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIRECTOR
JARROD MANUEL, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS
MANAGER
JONATHAN MARSHALL, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
HUE QUACH, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER
LYNNAE SISEMORE, ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
DAVE WILLIAMS, FIRE CHIEF, CHINO VALLEY FIRE DISTRICT
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG [01:15]
Led by Community Services Volunteen, Olivia Li.
INVOCATION [02:04]
Led by Chaplain Ted Wong, Chino Valle Fire District.
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PRESENTATIONS
INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEE [04:44]
Mayor Johsz introduced Tiffany Mars-Venegas, Administrative Assistant I in the City Clerk’s Department, and welcomed her to the Chino Hills Team. Mrs. Mars-Venegas thanked the Council for the introduction and warm welcome and stated that she looks forward to working with such an esteemed team in the City Clerk’s office.
SPRING HIGHLIGHTED VOLUNTEER - DAR RAMIREZ [06:35]
Mayor Johsz presented certificates of recognition on behalf of the City and local dignitaries to Dar Ramirez for her outstanding commitment to the Trail Adoption Program. Ms. Ramirez thanked the City of Chino Hills for the recognition and encouraged everyone to visit the wonderful trails in Chino Hills.
PROCLAMATION - PARKS MAKE LIFE BETTER MONTH [08:42]
Mayor Johsz presented a Proclamation proclaiming July, as Parks Make Life Better Month, to staff: Tara Cota, Nathan Orosz, Luna Fonseca, Daniella Orozco and Volunteens: Alondra Aparicio and Olivia Li.
Staff thanked the Council for the recognition and each of them spoke about the programs that they work in and how they each enjoy working with Chino Hills residents.
PUBLIC INFORMATION MANAGER REPORT [13:39]
Public Information Manager (PIM) Freeman announced the following information:
STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
• The annual State of the City Address was hosted by Mayor Johsz this past Thursday at the Chino Hills Community Center
• The live event video, including the presentation of Unsung Hero awards is available online at www.chinohills.org/StateoftheCity and will air through the end of June on the City’s TV Channel 3/41
BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
• The City is hosting two “Understanding the City Budget” presentations for residents to get an overview of the City’s budget, factors contributing to the City’s structural deficit, where revenue comes from, and to be part of the ongoing conversation on long-term fiscal strategies • Two dates will be offered: June 22nd at 6:00 p.m. and June 27th at 10:00 a.m.
• Presentations will take place at the McCoy Barn, and both dates will offer the same presentation, so residents only need to attend one
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CONCERTS AND MOVIES IN THE PARK
• Concerts in the Park kicks off June 10th at 7:00 p.m. at Veterans Park • Movies in the Park returns to the Community Center on Thursday at 8:00 p.m.
• For more information and a full listing of concerts and movies, please visit www.chinohills.org/Events
INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION
• Save the date for the City’s Independence Celebration on July 1st at Veterans Park
• Activities, games, and food vendors start at 5:00 p.m., and the ceremony and free concert will begin at 6:45 p.m.
• The event will celebrate America’s 250th with a special performance and themed giveaways while supplies last
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION [15:11]
There was no reportable action taken in Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - AGENDIZED ITEMS [15:21]
There were no public comments.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST / LEVINE ACT ANNOUNCEMENTS [15:51] There were no conflict-of-interest or Levine Act announcements to record.
CITY DEPARTMENT BUSINESS
CONSENT CALENDAR [15:57]
Mayor Johsz 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 Marquez and seconded by Mayor Johsz to approve the remaining Consent Calendar Items.
MINUTES
The City Council approved May 26, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes, as presented.
CITY OFFICIALS' 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 January 27, 2026, through June 8, 2026, as outlined in the written staff report, on file in the City Clerk’s office.
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PAYMENT REGISTER
The City Council ratified payments over $25,000 totaling $14,551,559.52 for the month ended April 30, 2026, as presented.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT
The City Council received and filed the Monthly Financial Report for the month ended April 30, 2026, as presented.
CITY COMMISSIONS MEETING SCHEDULE CHANGES - ORDINANCE ADOPTED The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 431 approving Parks and Recreation, Planning, and Public Works Commissions meeting schedule changes, updating inconsistencies amongst chapters and meeting procedures entitled: “An Ordinance of the City of Chino Hills, Repealing Section 2.04.090 (Improper Conduct of Meeting), Amending Various Sections Within 2.32 (Parks and Recreation Commission), 2.36 (Planning Commission), and 2.40 (Public Works Commission) of the Chino Hills Municipal Code Updating the Commissions’ Meeting Schedules, Respective Commission Duties and Meeting Procedures and Determining Project is Exempt From Review Under the California Environmental Quality Act”, second reading (Introduced May 26, 2026)
CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE AMENDMENTS
The City Council directed City Clerk and City Attorney to coordinate the biennial review of the Conflict of Interest Code for employees and Commission Members for consideration before October 1, 2026.
ADMINISTRATIVE POLICES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL UPDATE - CHAIR AND
VICE CHAIR APPOINTMENTS FOR BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
The City Council approved the update to the Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual, Section 1.8 - Appointment of Chairs and Vice Chairs for all Boards and Commissions to align with revised meeting schedules.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - WEBSITE HOSTING
The City Council authorized the execution of Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. A2024-119 with CivicPlus, LLC., increasing the not-to exceed amount from $121,400 to $122,367.48 for website hosting, support, mass notifications, and maintenance.
AGREEMENT - BUILDING INSPECTION AND PLAN REVIEW
The City Council authorized the execution of a five-year Agreement No. 2026R-080 with The Code Group, Inc. dba VCA Code, for contract building inspection and plan review services, for a total contract amount not to exceed $260,700.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - HOME CONSORTIUM PROGRAM
The City Council authorized execution of Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A14-50 with the County of San Bernardino for participation in HOME consortium for Program Years 2027-28, 2028-29, and 2029-30 and providing for one automatic renewal covering Program Years 2030-31, 2031-32, and 2032-33.
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WRITE OFF OF UNCOLLECTIBLE UTILITY ACCOUNTS
The City Council (1) authorized the write-off of $40,078.17 in uncollectible utility accounts receivable and $16,913.14 in general accounts receivable for a total of $56,991.31 incurred prior to May 31, 2025; and (2) appropriated $56,991.31 from various funds for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 write-off of uncollectible accounts.
SB 1 ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017 - RESOLUTION
ADOPTED
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026R-026 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting a List of Projects for the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Funded by SB 1 The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 to add Carbon Canyon Road/Chino Hills Parkway (CHP) Intersection Improvements, Traffic Signal Back-up Systems, Grand Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation (west City limit to CHP), Los Serranos Infrastructure Improvements, and Ramona Avenue Water Main Replacement and Street Improvements Projects; and re- list prior Projects: CHP Pavement Rehabilitation, City-wide Traffic Signal Backplate Improvement, Los Serranos Residential Street Improvements, Peyton Drive Rehabilitation, Sleepy Hollow Streets Pavement Rehabilitation and Water Main Replacement, and Street Improvement Program FY 2025-26.
PEYTON DRIVE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT - RESOLUTION
ADOPTED
The City Council (1) adopted Resolution No. 2026R-027 of the City of Chino Hills, Approving the Design and Plans for Construction of the Peyton Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project Pursuant to Government Code Section § 830.6 from Grand Avenue to State Route 71; (2) authorized staff to solicit bids for construction of the Peyton Drive Pavement Rehabilitation project; and (3) 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, Class 1(c) Categorical Exemptions pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines.
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT - MAINTENANCE OF CREEK AREA WITHIN
MORNINGSIDE PARK
The City Council authorized the execution of Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. A2023-228 with Landscape Pro Services, increasing the total not-to- exceed amount from $630,117 to $677,619 to add ongoing maintenance of creek area within Morningside Park.
AGREEMENT - WATER QUALITY LABORATORY ANALYSIS SERVICES
The City Council authorized the execution of a three-year Agreement No. A2026-081 with two additional one-year renewal options with Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater West, LLC to provide water quality laboratory analysis services in an amount estimated at $110,000 per year for a total contract amount not-to-exceed $550,000.
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SPECIAL TAX LEVY - COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-1 (VILA
BORBA) - RESOLUTION ADOPTED
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026R-028 of the City of Chino Hills, Acting as the Legislative Body of Community Facilities District No. 2015-1 (Vila Borba), Authorizing the Annual Levy of Special Taxes for Fiscal Year 2026-27 Resulting in an Increase to the Applied Rate Over the Prior Year.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, BENNETT, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS
DISCUSSION CALENDAR
CITY HALL FIRE STATE OF EMERGENCY REVIEW - UPDATE NO. 19 [16:23] City Manager Hill briefed the City Council on staff report, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office.
Following the report, a motion was made by Council Member Bennett and seconded by Council Member Moran 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: JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, BENNETT, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ASSEMBLY BILL 2561 ANNUAL VACANCY AND RECRUITMENT REPORT [17:17] Assistant City Manager Quach briefed the City Council on staff report, which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. He stated that this public hearing item is an annual requirement per Assembly Bill (AB) 2561 that went into effect January 1, 2025, requiring a public hearing be held to share information on staffing vacancy data recruitment and Docusign Envelope ID: 9369B4C6-037F-88D4-82F2-1CF8D11C5106
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retention information. The legislation was intended to address persistent staffing shortages experienced by many public agencies and increase transparency in workforce data reporting.
For Fiscal Year 2025-26, the City has 156 full-time positions. From July 1, 2025, through May 29, 2026, 15 employees separated from the city. During the same period, 10 full-time employees were hired. As of the end of May 2026, the City had 11 vacancies, resulting in an overall vacancy rate of 7.06 percent, which is below the 20 percent threshold established by AB 2561 that would trigger expanded reporting requirements. He added that there are two areas that must be reported: recruitment and retention efforts. For recruitment, the City utilizes the NeoGov applicant tracking system, with vacancy announcements posted on the City's website and other external recruitment platforms. For retention, the City has implemented a new onboarding process that provides a consistent and structured introduction for new employees. The City also offers ongoing programs, including continuing education and training opportunities, employee wellness programs, and quarterly employee appreciation and recognition programs.
Mayor Johsz opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak, hearing none, Mayor Johsz closed the public hearing.
Following the closing of the public hearing the City Council received and filed the annual report on vacancy rates and recruitment efforts as required by Assembly Bill (AB) 2561.
2026-27 ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORTS - RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED [23:54]
Alma Hernandez, Principal Management Analyst, briefed the City Council on the staff report which is on file in the City Clerk's Office. Ms. Hernandez stated that each one of the five districts provides a benefit to the residents within the district boundaries.
Landscape and Lighting District No. 1 consists of ten different benefit zones, and each provides maintenance and improvements for landscape areas, parks and open space and streetlights through each zone. Special Maintenance Area No. 1 provides street sweeping services throughout the City and Special Maintenance Area No. 2 provides road maintenance services in Sleepy Hollow. The Los Serranos Lighting Maintenance District supports the maintenance and operation costs of the streetlights and energy costs in the Los Serranos area. No changes to the assessed rate were proposed for these four districts in the upcoming fiscal year. The Vellano Landscape and Lighting District provides maintenance and improvements for landscaped areas, parks and streetlights in the Vellano area with an eight percent increase being proposed for the upcoming fiscal year due to an increase in maintenance costs and added that it is still below the maximum allowable rate to be charged.
Mayor Johsz opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak, hearing none, Mayor Johsz closed the public hearing.
Following the hearing, a motion was made by Vice Mayor Marquez and seconded by Mayor Johsz to adopt (1) Resolution No. 2026R-029 of the City of Chino Hills, Acting Docusign Envelope ID: 9369B4C6-037F-88D4-82F2-1CF8D11C5106
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in its Capacity as the Governing Body of Chino Hills Landscape and Lighting District No. 1, to Confirm the Annual Assessments and Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for Chino Hills Landscape and Lighting District No. 1, Pursuant to Provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (Streets and Highways Code, Section 22500 Et Seq.); (2) Resolution No. 2026R-030 of the City of Chino Hills, Acting in its Capacity as the Governing Body of Chino Hills Vellano Landscaping and Lighting District, to Confirm the Annual Assessments Resulting in an Increase to the Applied Rate over the Prior Year and Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for Chino Hills Vellano Landscaping and Lighting District, Pursuant to Provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (Streets and Highways Code, Section 22500 Et Seq.); (3) Resolution No. 2026R-031 of the City of Chino Hills, Acting in its Capacity as the Governing Body of Chino Hills Los Serranos Lighting Maintenance District, to Confirm the Annual Assessments and Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments for Chino Hills Los Serranos Lighting Maintenance District, Pursuant to Provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (Streets and Highways Code, Section 22500 Et Seq.); (4) Resolution No. 2026R-032 of the City of Chino Hills, Confirming Service Charges for Collection on the Tax Roll for Chino Hills Special Maintenance Area No. 1 and Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments Pursuant to Provisions of the San Bernardino County Ordinance No. SD91-11 as Adopted by City of Chino Hills Ordinance Nos. 91-01 And 92-02; and (5) Resolution No. 2026R-033 of the City of Chino Hills, Confirming Service Charges for Collection on the Tax Roll for Chino Hills Special Maintenance Area No. 2 and Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments Pursuant to Provisions of San Bernardino County Ordinance No. SD83-2 as Adopted by City of Chino Hills Ordinance Nos. 91-01 and 92-02.
Motion carried by electronic vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, BENNETT, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS
FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET AND APPROPRIATIONS LIMITS - RESOLUTIONS ADOPTED [26:10]
City Manager Hill briefed the City Council on the PowerPoint Presentation and staff report which are on file in the City Clerk's Office and noted that the City Council held a Budget Workshop on May 26, 2026, which covered the topics in depth.
Discussion ensued on paying property taxes with only a four percent going to the City and 27 cents on the dollar going to San Bernardino County Education Agency.
Council requested a future staff report regarding the San Bernardino County Education Agency and how it supports the resident’s needs.
Discussion ensued on property taxes, Proposition 13, and property tax monies going toward education and the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s contract, sales tax rates and revenue and additional revenue sources needed to maintain existing service levels.
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Mayor Johsz opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak.
Jim Gallagher, resident, stated that the City’s budget deficit had been anticipated as a future concern. He commended the City for implementing cost-saving measures and suggested placing a one percent sales tax measure before voters to help the City maintain operations and avoid service reductions.
Michael Buck, resident, inquired if the City’s reserve monies are invested in a CD and are earning interest. City Manager Hill responded that the City Treasurer invests all available monies in County or State pools.
Finance Director Buhagiar stated that the City uses an investment advisor who manages the City’s investments and portfolio.
Kevin George, resident, expressed his concerns about street maintenance throughout the City that need attention and requested City review the condition of streets to provide a clear maintenance timeline and thanked staff for explaining how residents’ property taxes are spent.
Mayor Johsz closed the public hearing.
Vice Mayor Marquez asked for clarification on CFD and Landscape and Lighting Districts (L&L’s) and CDBG funds.
City Manager Hill responded that not everyone pays for L&L’s and improvements. noting that maintenance items come out of the General Fund and CDBG money can be used on certain target areas and not throughout the City.
Council Member Bennett stated that he had not seen the City in such poor financial condition during his time in office. He noted that many of the challenges were the result of factors beyond the City’s control, including State mandates. He added that the City must consider alternative revenue sources to maintain existing programs and continue the upkeep of City facilities and services.
Council Member Moran stated that she would like additional information regarding transactions and use sales tax. She reiterated that the vote being considered this evening was not for the approval of a sales tax, but rather to obtain further information for discussion at a future meeting. She noted that any sales tax measure could only be implemented if it were placed on the ballot and approved by the voters.
City Clerk Balz stated that the resolution being adopted was amended and a redline was distributed on the dais, in the public binder and on the website for the public.
Following a the report, a motion was made by Council Member Bennett and seconded by Council Member Moran to adopt resolutions entitled: (1) Resolution No. 2026R-034 of the City of Chino Hills, Adopting the Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2026-27 as amended, and (2) Resolution No. 2026R-035 of Docusign Envelope ID: 9369B4C6-037F-88D4-82F2-1CF8D11C5106
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the City of Chino Hills, Establishing the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Appropriations Limits for the City of Chino Hills, Community Facilities District No. 10 (Fairfield Ranch) and Community Facilities District 2015-1 (Vila Borba), and (3) direct staff to return with a viable recommendation that can help with revenue enhancement options, for consideration at the first meeting in July.
Motion carried by roll call vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, BENNETT, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS
BUDGET RELATED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS [01:14:48]
City Clerk Balz announced the Budget Related Consent Calendar items and asked the Council if there were any items to pull. Hearing none, a motion was made by Council Member Bennett and seconded by Vice Mayor Marquez to approve the following Budget related items:
PURCHASE ORDERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
The City Council (1) approved HPS West, Inc. dba HydroPro Solutions as a sole source provider of the Master Meter product line per Chino Hills Municipal Code (CHMC) Section 3.16.110.B. - Sole Source, thus dispensing with the competitive bidding procedures of CHMC Chapter 3.16 - Purchasing System; (2) approved Haaker Equipment Company as a sole source distributor and service provider of Envirosight, Vactor, Elgin, and similar large equipment and accessories per CHMC Section
3.16.110.B - Sole Source, thus dispensing with the competitive bidding procedures of CHMC Chapter 3.16 - Purchasing System; (3) authorized the issuance of a Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Purchase Order for Master Meter products from HPS West, Inc. dba HydroPro Solutions in the amount of $670,000; and (4) authorized the issuance of FY 2026-27 Blanket Purchase Orders for Haaker Equipment Company ($100,000), Amazon Capital Services ($125,000) and Lowe's ($80,000).
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES (“NEEDS LIST”) - RESOLUTION ADOPTED The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026R-036 of the City of Chino Hills, Updating and Amending the List of Anticipated Capital Improvements to be Funded, in Whole or in Part, Through the Levy of Development Impact Fees (The "Needs List").
POSITION RECLASSIFICATIONS - RESOLUTION ADOPTED
The City Council (1) approved position titles and job descriptions for Assistant Finance Director, Administrative Analyst, and Human Resources Analyst; and (2) adopted Resolution No. 2026R-037 of the City of Chino Hills, Approving Salary Ranges for Assistant Finance Director, Administrative Analyst, and Human Resources Analyst, and Determining That This Action is Exempt From Review Under the California Environmental Quality Act.
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Motion carried by roll call vote as follows:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: JOHSZ, MARQUEZ, BENNETT, MORAN
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ROGERS
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED [01:15:19]
Bindya Gadhia, resident and BAPS Member, she reflected on her journey to this country and announced an event to be held at the BAPS Temple on July 3 and 4, 2026, in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and time capsule dedication. Lastly, she thanked Council for their partnership, leadership and commitment to making Chino Hills a wonderful place to call home.
Kevin Rowe, resident, expressed concerns about citywide landscape maintenance needs, particularly in northern Chino Hills, and requested a designated staff contact to address them within budget.
Vice Mayor Marquez requested to be in contact with both speakers who discussed issues with street and landscape maintenance since they reside in District One.
SAFETY UPDATES [01:23:41]
Fire: Fire Chief Williams encouraged Council and residents to drive by the new Fire Station on Soquel Canyon with completion by the end of the year. Fire Chief Williams stated that fireworks are illegal in Chino Hills.
Mayor Johsz asked what would happen if a resident were caught lighting fireworks.
Police Chief Girard responded that the resident would be cited and fined $1,000.
Police: Police Chief Girard had nothing to report.
CITY MANAGER UPDATE [01:25:02]
City Manager Hill said he had nothing to report.
COUNCIL REPORTS [01:25:05]
Mayor Johsz
• SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS
O ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE
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communicated with local and regional entities regarding the infrastructure requirements necessary to implement these mandates.
Vice Mayor Marquez
• SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY BOARD
o BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Vice Mayor Marquez attended the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority Board meeting and the Board received an update on Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink) Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and recommendation of prior Fiscal Year surplus and they approved the budget for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2026-27 for Arrow Service.
Council Member Moran
• SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS
O COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC, AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE
Council Member Moran attended the Southern California Association of Governments Community, Economic, and Human Development
Committee meeting where most of the meeting discussed putting together a subcommittee for Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA). She stated the committee feels it is not fair that only the Regional Council serves on this subcommittee and recommends those serving on subcommittees be considered to serve. Lastly, they discussed that Los Angeles County is fighting for an additional seat on the committee.
COUNCIL COMMENTS [01:28:54]
Moran: Council Member Moran thanked everyone for being professional during the budget process and added that all Council Members are available by telephone for any questions or concerns residents may have. She commended Mayor Johsz and staff for a great State of the City address. She asked if residents start paying one cent more on the dollar, what would that equate in the bigger picture. City Manager Hill responded that it is a nominal fee and is one cent to every dollar. Mr. Hill added that there will be additional outreach including the two “Understanding the City Budget” presentations for residents to get an overview of the City’s budget, factors contributing to the City’s structural deficit, where revenue comes from, and to be part of the ongoing conversation on long-term fiscal strategies that will be offered: June 22nd at 6:00 p.m. and June 27th at 10:00 a.m., attendance at all Concerts in the Park, pop up City Hall events and town hall meetings.
Bennett: Council Member Bennett stated that the City was put into districts but each Council Member is available for everyone and not just by the district they reside in. He also noted that the school year has ended and encouraged the community to remain vigilant as children are out playing and riding e-bikes. He commented on the major construction project underway in the parking lot at Ayala High School for a new Performing Arts Center with anticipated completion at the end of 2028 and is funded by Measure G bond monies. He thanked everyone for being in attendance of the meeting Docusign Envelope ID: 9369B4C6-037F-88D4-82F2-1CF8D11C5106
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and for listening to the current budgetary situation. Lastly, he said the second Council meetings in June, July, and August will be dark.
Marquez: Vice Mayor Marquez attended the Joint Powers Insurance Authority Executive Committee Board of Directors Meeting and where he was put on a budget committee and added that Liability Insurance has gone up 54 percent for all partner cities throughout California. He attended the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Transportation Committee where Steven Ly was selected as new Vice Chair and the committee received a presentation on the California High Speed Rail Authority and that rail lines are being put down from Merced to Bakersfield with completion anticipated in 2033. He attended the SCAG Regional Council meeting and they approved the Executive Director’s contract who received a merit raise, authorized formation of 7th cycle of RHNA subcommittee with the last cycle including one of the six voting members from each one of the counties; however, they are now getting the following voting members from the following counties: four from Los Angeles, three from San Bernardino, three from Riverside, three from Orange, two from Ventura and two from Imperial making the committee a lot bigger. He stated that he is going to Sacramento to meet with California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) director to discuss the sixth cycle that is zoned for 3,729 units but questions if the City only builds 1,000 units what will need to be done. He spoke about the S-turns in Carbon Canyon and the City’s Ordinance that stopped truck traffic; however, recently Caltrans said they will open it back up to trucks and expressed his concern that these trucks will be carrying flammable liquids, combustible material and EV batteries through a fire hazard area. He emphasized that the City is working hard to maintain the truck restrictions in Carbon Canyon.
Nicole Freeman, Public Information Manager, stated that there is a Public Hearing hosted by Caltrans via zoom and the City has opened the McCoy Equestrian Barn to provide a space for residents to attend and noted they will need to log on via their phone or mobile devices. The City Clerk’s office will be in attendance to help facilitate logging on via zoom to participate.
Johsz: Mayor Johsz congratulated all high school and college grads. He said hello to Council Member Rogers who is on vacation and not in attendance at this evening’s meeting. He stated he looks forward to seeing everyone at the Independence Day celebration. Lastly, he thanked residents who attended the State of the City address.
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ADJOURN IN MEMORIAM [01:45:56]
Mayor Johsz adjourned the meeting at 7:45 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.
Respectfully submitted,
CHERYL BALZ, CITY CLERK
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