Agenda packet — Colton City Council, January 20, 2026 (part 1 of 2)

City of Colton
City Hall, Council Chambers
650 N. La Cadena Drive
Colton, CA 92324
City of Colton Website
Mayor Frank J. Navarro
Council Members:

David J. Toro – District 1
Kelly J. Chastain – District 2
Dr. Luis S. González – District 3
John R. Echevarria – District 4

City Clerk Isaac T. Suchil
City Treasurer Henry M. Razo

City Manager William R. Smith
City Attorney Carlos Campos

Agenda
City Council
Colton Utility Authority, Colton Public Financing Authority Colton Housing Authority
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 – 5:00 PM
City Hall, Council Chambers

Closed Session
5:00 p.m.

Closed Session Called to Order
Roll Call
Public Comment - Closed Session
This is the portion of the meeting specifically set aside to invite your comments regarding Closed Session items. If you wish to address the City Council regarding a Closed Session item, please fill out and submit a public comment card into the public comment card box BEFORE the meeting begins. During the public comment period, the City Clerk will call each speaker by name to approach the podium.

Please begin your public comment by stating your name and your city of residence, then proceed to share the rest of your public comment. You will have a time limit of 3 minutes to complete your public comment; however, the presiding officer does have the authority to exercise discretion to extend or limit time as provided for in the City Council Manual of Procedure.

It is important to remember that the Council is prohibited by law from discussing or taking immediate action on items during this public comment period; If any matter does require action, it will be referred to by staff for investigation and any report will be provided at a subsequent Council meeting.

If you would like to submit paperwork to the City Council members, you will also need to provide a copy to the City Clerk for the Official Record. _____________________________________________________________________________

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Closed Session
1) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1)
Colton Housing Group LLC v. Colton
San Bernardino County Superior Court, Case No. CIVSB2521712 2) Conference with Labor Negotiators
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives: Tom Cody, HR & Risk Management Director Employee Groups: IBEW Water/Wastewater
3) Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Job Title - City Manager
City Attorney Oral Report on Closed Session Actions
Rules of Decorum
To help conduct the business of the City Council in an orderly fashion, the City Council has adopted rules pertaining to decorum and order, as provided for in the City Council Manual of Procedure. The City Council will strictly enforce these rules in order to allow full expression of ideas and opinions by councilmembers, staff and the public. Generally, the City's rules of decorum prohibit comments or actions which willfully disrupt the meeting. All remarks and questions shall be addressed to the Council as a whole and not to any particular member. No individual Councilmember or member of the City staff shall be questioned without first obtaining permission from the Presiding Officer. The City Council asks that all persons - including councilmembers, staff and the public - act and speak respectfully.

Open Session
6:00 P.M.

Open Session Called to Order
Invocation
Pastor Jeff Kineaster - Centerpoint Church
Flag Salute
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) – Bernie Moyeda
Roll Call
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Ceremonial Matters
Presentations, Awards, Proclamations
• Recognition - Koa Regalado - Quarterback CHS Football Team • Business Focus - Colton Cuts Barber Shop
Mayor and Council Items
Gift Disclosures
Prior to rendering a decision in any proceeding involving a license, permit, contract or other entitlement pending before the City Council, any Council Member who has received been promised a gift or gifts aggregating $50.00 or more in value within the preceding twelve months from a party or participant in the proceeding shall disclose that fact either orally or in writing during open session. This disclosure shall be made part of the official public record of the proceeding, either as part of the minutes of the meeting or as a separate writing filed with the city. (CMC Section 2.04.030)
AB 1234 Oral Reports
Members of the City Council shall provide brief reports on meetings attended at the expense of the city. (GC Section 53232.3(d))
Appointments
• Mayor Pro Tempore Appointment
Mayor and Council Discussion Items
Public Hearings
There are no Public Hearing items.
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Business Items
To speak on business items, it is requested that you Submit your filled out public comment card into the public comment card box before the meeting begins. Once your name is called you may approach the podium. Please begin your public comment by stating your name and your city of residence; then proceed to share your public comment. The applicant will be allowed 5 minutes to address the Council, and all other people will be allowed 3 minutes. The presiding officer shall have certain discretion to extend or limit time as provided for in the City Council Manual of Procedure.
1) Urgency Ordinance Updating ADU and Jr. ADU Ordinance - Waive full reading, read by title only, and adopt an urgency ordinance entitled: Ordinance No. O-01-26. “An Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Colton amending various provisions of Title 18, Section 18.48.150 of the City of Colton Municipal Code relating to accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units to comply with recent changes in state law, and finding the action to be statutorily exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Public Resources Code § 21080.17," Ordinance No. O-01-26.

Staff Person: Heidi Duron
Public Comment - Limit 3 Minutes
This is the portion of the meeting specifically set aside to invite your comments regarding Consent Calendar items or any other general subject. If you wish to address the City Council please fill out and submit a public comment card into the public comment card box BEFORE the meeting begins. During the public comment period, the City Clerk will call each speaker by name to approach the podium.

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Consent Calendar
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered by the City Council to be routine and will all be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time the City Council votes on the motion, unless councilmembers, staff or the public request that specific items be discussed and/or removed for separate discussions or action. 1) Minutes - Approval of Minutes for the City Council Regular Meeting Held on December 16, 2025, on File in the Office of the City Clerk.

City Clerk: Isaac T. Suchil
2) Warrants - Approve US Bank voucher dated 10/14/2025 for $78,733.90; voucher numbers 223086 to 223159 dated 11/24/2025 and totaling $90,627.86; voucher numbers 223160 to 223285 dated 12/01/2025 and totaling $1,120,424.12; voucher numbers 223286 to 223391 dated 12/08/2025 and totaling $752,561.92; voucher numbers 223392 to 223544 dated 12/11/2025 and totaling $1,789,383.98; a payroll disbursement listing dated 10/25/2025 to 11/07/2025 and totaling $1,247,351.41 and payroll disbursement listing dated 11/08/2025 to 11/21/2025 and totaling $1,657,874.01.

Staff Person: Stacey Dabbs
3) Application - State Revolving Fund - Approve Resolutions Related to Colton Utility Authority's Application to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund to Fund the Upgrade to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Flare Rehabilitation Project, Resolution No. R-05-26 & R- 06-26.

Staff Person: Chad Blais
4) Authorized Position List - Approve and Adopt a Resolution to Amend the FY 2025-26 Budget and Authorized Positions List to Add the Positions of Customer Service Manager and Purchasing Manager, and Delete the Customer Service and Purchasing Manager Position, Reassigning the Incumbent as the Customer Service Manager.

Staff Person: Stacey Dabbs
5) Contract Amendment - Enterprise Fleet Management - Approve Amendment to the Enterprise Fleet Management Program to Include the Electric Department.

Staff Person: Charles Berry
6) Contract Amendment - Minagar & Associates - Authorize 1st Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Minagar & Associates, Inc., for Traffic Consulting Services.

Staff Person: Chad Blais
7) Contract Award - Eco Tierra Consultants - Approve Contract with EcoTierra Consultants for Environmental Services and Associated Reimbursement Agreement with Applicant Charles Siroonian (DAP24-0019).

Staff Person: Heidi Duron

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8) Contract Award - Green Acres Advertising - Award Bid to Green Acres Advertising Design Inc. for Marketing and Webmaster Professional Services for the Electric Department.

Staff Person: Charles Berry
9) Easement - 2245 - 2251 W Valley Boulevard - Approve Recordation of Easement for Electric Utility Purposes.

Staff Person: Charles Berry
10) Funding Acceptance - County of San Bernardino - Approve Resolution to Accept Award from the County of San Bernardino and Purchase (3) Police Motorcycles, Resolution No.

R-02-25.

Staff Person: Anthony Vega
11) Investment Policy - Annual Delegation of Investment Authority and Investment Policy Review, Resolution No. R-03-26.

Staff Person: Stacey Dabbs
12) Purchase - Altec Industries, Inc. - Approve Purchase of Three (3) Service Trucks for the Electric Utility Department.

Staff Person: Charles Berry
13) Purchase - Altec Industries, Inc. - Approve Purchase of Three (3) Flat Rack Trucks for the Electric Utility Department.

Staff Person: Charles Berry
14) Set Public Hearing - Set Public Hearing for the City Council Meeting of February 3, 2026 to Consider Submission of Community Development Block Grant Projects for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 to the County of San Bernardino.

Staff Person: Dawn Miller
______________________________________________________________________________ Mayor and Council Oral Reports and Comments
Comments from Mayor and Council on various issues and activities throughout the community.

Comments shall be limited to 5 Minutes per speaker.

City Manager's Reports
Adjournment
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I, Stephanie M. Vargas, the Chief Deputy City Clerk, hereby certify that a true and correct, accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted, at least 72 hours prior to the meeting per Government Code 54954(a), at the following locations:

City of Colton City Hall 650 N. La Cadena Drive
City of Colton Website, www.coltonca.gov
Procedures for Addressing City Council
For the Official Record, it is requested that you submit your filled out public comment card into the public comment card box before the meeting begins. Once your name is called by the City Clerk you may approach the podium to speak. Please begin your public comment by stating your name and your city of residence; then proceed to share your public comment. The City Council encourages public input on all City issues within the Rules of Decorum. Speakers will be limited to the time periods provided on the Agenda; provided, however, that the presiding officer shall have certain discretion to extend or limit time as provided for in the City Council Manual of Procedure.

Rules of Decorum
To help conduct the business of the City Council in an orderly fashion, the City Council has adopted rules pertaining to decorum and order, as provided for in the City Council Manual of Procedure. The City Council will strictly enforce these rules in order to allow full expression of ideas and opinions by councilmembers, staff and the public. Generally, the City's rules of decorum prohibit comments or actions which willfully disrupt the meeting. All remarks and questions shall be addressed to the Council as a whole and not to any particular member. No individual Councilmember or member of the City staff shall be questioned without first obtaining permission from the Presiding Officer. The City Council asks that all persons - including councilmembers, staff and the public - act and speak respectfully.

Notice to Public
Staff reports or other written documentation relating to each item referred to, on the Agenda, are available for public inspection at the following locations: Office of the City Clerk, 650 N. La Cadena Drive, Colton, CA; City of Colton Public Library, 656 9th St., Colton, CA; or the City of Colton Internet Website, www.coltonca.gov. Any person having questions concerning any item on the Agenda may call the City Clerk Office at (909) 370-5001 to make inquiry concerning the nature of the item described on the Agenda. The City Clerk’s Office shall direct inquiries to the appropriate office.

All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered by the City Council to be routine and will all be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time the City Council votes on the motion, unless councilmembers, staff or the public request that specific items be discussed and/or removed for separate discussions or action.

In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in a City Meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 909-370-5001.

Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.

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Legal Challenges
If you challenge in court any discussion or action taken concerning an item on this Agenda, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised during the meeting or in written correspondence delivered to the City at or prior to the City's consideration of the item at the meeting.

Manual of Procedure
The City Council adopted its Manual of Procedure pursuant to Resolution No. R-41-18, with the latest updates being approved on November 2, 2021. Copies are available in the Office of the City Clerk.

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Item: 1.

Staff Report

Meeting Date: January 20, 2026
To: City Council
From: Bill Smith, City Manager
Prepared By: Heidi Duron, Director
Item Name: Urgency Ordinance Updating ADU and Jr. ADU Ordinance - Waive full reading, read by title only, and adopt an urgency ordinance entitled: Ordinance No. O-01-26. “An Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Colton amending various provisions of Title 18, Section 18.48.150 of the City of Colton Municipal Code relating to accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units to comply with recent changes in state law, and finding the action to be statutorily exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Public Resources Code § 21080.17," Ordinance No. O-01-26.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends that the City Council:

A. Find that the adoption of the proposed urgency ordinance is statutorily exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Public Resources Code § 21080.17.

B. Waive full reading and adopt by title only an urgency ordinance entitled: Ordinance No. O- 01-26. “An Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Colton amending various provisions of Title 18, Section 18.48.150 of the City of Colton Municipal Code relating to accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units to comply with recent changes in state law, and finding the action to be statutorily exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Public Resources Code § 21080.17.”

Background:

In recent years, the California Legislature has approved, and the Governor has signed into law, a number of bills that impose new limits on local authority to regulate Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs). The last amendment to the City's ADU Ordinance that addresses both ADUs and Jr. ADUs was adopted on February 4, 2025, to address legislative changes made in 2024. In late 2025, the following four new bills were enacted that further amend state ADU law:

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• AB 462 was adopted by the state as an Urgency Measure (Details discussed in the Issues / Analysis Section of this staff report).
• AB 1154 – JADU Owner-Occupancy; Short-Term Rental
• SB 9; SB 543 – ADU Ordinance Submittal to HCD upon City Approval • SB 543 – ADU Size limitations; Number of ADUs/types; Impact Fees; Permitting Timeline

The proposed urgency ordinance will amend Title 18 (Zoning Code), Section 18.48.150 of the Colton Municipal Code to comply with recent changes to state law that impose new limits on local authority to regulate Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs). Except as otherwise noted, these new laws take effect on January 1, 2026.

Summary details of the bills are included in the Issues/Analysis Section of this staff report and explanation for the need of the Urgency Ordinance and provide a description of the Environmental Determination for this ADU Ordinance Update.

Issues/Analysis:

NEW LEGISLATION:

AB 462 modifies several permitting requirements associated with processing Coastal Development Permits for ADUs located in the Coastal Zone which do not affect Colton.

However, there are other areas of the bill that do affect Colton.

Beyond changes to Coastal Development Permits processing, AB 462 modifies the rules governing the issuance of a certificate of occupancy (C of O) for an ADU. Historically, state law has prohibited a local agency from issuing a C of O for an ADU before one is issued for the primary dwelling (i.e., the primary dwelling must have a C of O before the ADU can receive one). AB 462 creates a narrow exception to this prohibition for detached ADUs when all of the following conditions are satisfied:

(1) The Governor has declared a state of emergency for the county on or after February 1, 2025; (2) The primary dwelling was substantially damaged or destroyed by an event referenced in the state of emergency proclamation; and
(3) The ADU has been issued construction permits and passed all required inspections. (Gov.

Code, § 66328(b).)

If these conditions are satisfied, the detached ADU can receive a C of O before the primary dwelling. In all other scenarios, the primary dwelling still needs a C of O before one can be issued for an ADU.

AB 462 was enacted as an urgency measure that took effect immediately when signed by the Governor (on October 10, 2025).

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The following three bills were enacted as non-urgency measures and take effect on January 1, 2026.

AB 1154 – JADU Owner-Occupancy; Short-Term Rental
When a JADU is developed, existing state law requires a property owner to reside in the JADU or remaining portion of the single-family dwelling. AB 1154 narrows this requirement to now only apply when a JADU shares sanitation facilities (bathroom) with the single-family dwelling.

If the JADU has its own bathroom, then the property owner does not have to reside on the property at all. (See amended Gov. Code, § 66333(b).)
AB 1154 also expressly prohibits JADUs from being used as short-term rentals (i.e., rented for a term shorter than 30 days). (See amended Gov. Code, § 66333(g).) Most ADU ordinances already included this prohibition (as well as prohibiting ADUs from being used as short-term rentals). But now it’s required by state law.

SB 9; SB 543 – ADU Ordinance Submittal to HCD; Approval Under existing law, local agencies are required to submit a copy of their ADU ordinance to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) within 60 days of adoption.

NEW SB 9 AND SB 543
This year’s SB 9[1] and SB 543 create a penalty for failing to do so by rendering null and void any local ordinance that is not submitted to HCD within 60 days of adoption. (See amended Gov.

Code, § 66326(d); new Gov. Code, § 66333.5(d).) The bills further specify that a local ADU ordinance is null and void if HCD issues findings that the ordinance does not comply with state law and the local agency fails to respond to HCD within 30 days. (Id.)

[1] Not to be confused with SB 9 of 2021 (Stats. 2021, Ch. 162) regarding urban lot splits and second primary dwelling units.

SB 543 – ADU Size; Number of ADUs; Impact Fees; Permitting Timeline SB 543 makes numerous changes and clarifications to state ADU law, the most notable of which are summarized below.

ADU & JADU Size
Existing law limits the maximum size of a JADU to 500 square feet and prohibits local ADU ordinances from imposing certain development standards that would prevent an ADU created under Government Code Section 66314 through 66322 from being at least 800 square feet.

SB 543 amends state ADU law to specify that allowable square footage of an ADU or JADU refers to square footage of “interior livable space.” (See amended Gov. Code, § 66313(d), 66321(b)(2).)

Impact Fees
Existing law exempts ADUs that are 750 square feet or smaller from development impact fees (DIFs).

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SB 543 clarifies that DIFs may not be imposed on an ADU that has 750 or fewer square feet of interior livable space or on a JADU with 500 or fewer square feet of interior livable space.

The bill also exempts an ADU or JADU with fewer than 500 square feet of interior livable space from school impact fees. (See amended Gov. Code, § 66311.5.)

Quantity of ADUs Created Under Government Code Section 66323 Existing state law creates four categories of ADUs that must be approved if they comply with the limited standards provided in Government Code section 66323(a)(1)–(4). These are:

1. A converted ADU and JADU created on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling (Gov. Code, § 66323(a)(1));

2. A detached ADU created on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling (Gov. Code, § 66323(a)(2));

3. Converted ADUs created in an existing multifamily dwelling (Gov. Code, § 66323(a)(3)); and

4. Detached ADUs created on a lot with a proposed or existing multifamily dwelling.

For some time, there has been uncertainty about whether ADUs created under Government Code section 66323 could be combined. Some practitioners interpreted the statute to not require local agencies to allow combinations. Initially, HCD took the same position in its 2020 ADU Handbook. But for the last few years, HCD has taken the opposite position: that, yes, combinations are permitted. (See HCD January 2025 ADU Handbook, at p. 19 [“[P]ursuant to Government Code section 66323, subdivision (a), local governments must allow units created pursuant to subparagraphs (1) and (2) together or (3) and (4) together”].)

SB 543 codifies HCD’s most recent interpretation by amending Government Code section 66323 to specifically allow combinations. Thus, a lot with a multifamily dwelling can now have a converted ADU or ADUs created under section 66323(a)(3) and detached ADUs created under section 66323(a)(4). And a lot with a single family dwelling can now have a converted ADU and a JADU created under section 66323(a)(1) and a detached ADU created under section 66323(a)(2).

ADU Permitting Process

Existing law has long required local agencies to approve or deny an ADU application within 60 days of receiving a complete application. However, state law was silent with respect to incompleteness determinations, subsequent resubmittals, and appealing local decisions on ADU applications.

SB 543 requires local agencies to now:

1. Determine whether an ADU application is complete within 15 business days of submittal;

2. If the application is incomplete, within the same 15 days provide the applicant with a list of incomplete items and how to address them;

3. Review a resubmitted application for completeness within 15 business days;

4. Provide the applicant with a written appeal process for any incompleteness determination

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or denial (to the Planning Commission or City Council, or both); and

5. Provide a final written determination on the appeal within 60 business days of receiving the appeal). (See amended Gov. Code, §§ 66317 [ADUs], 66335 [JADUs].)

NEXT STEPS & RECOMMENDATION:

AB 462 took effect immediately when signed, but technically it doesn’t require any change to a local ordinance; the City just needs to follow the new rules for CDP processing and issuance of a C of O, if applicable. But the remaining bills take effect on January 1, 2026, and for the City’s ADU ordinance to remain valid and enforceable, it must comply with the requirements of these bills by January 1, 2026, or the City’s entire existing ADU ordinance becomes null and void as a matter of law, and the City will have to allow ADUs with no regulation except for the few requirements imposed in the state ADU law itself. The approval of ADUs and JADUs based solely on these default statutory standards, without local regulations governing height, setback, landscape, and architectural review, among other things, would threaten the character of existing neighborhoods and negatively impact property values, personal privacy, and fire safety.

Therefore, the proposed ordinance is an urgency measure, which means it will take immediate effect upon adoption. Typically, an ordinance affecting planning and zoning is approved by the Council after a planning-agency recommendation, a first reading and introduction before the Council and then a second reading at a regular Council meeting — with the ordinance taking effect 30 days following adoption. But here it is necessary for the City Council to adopt this ordinance as an urgency measure because the new ADU laws will take effect on January 1, 2026, before a non-urgency adoption would take effect. The urgency ordinance will be followed at the earliest possible time by a non-urgency ordinance subject to all normal procedures.

For the above reasons, staff recommends that the City Council adopt the proposed urgency ordinance (Attachment 1), which will ensure that the City’s ADU ordinance remains valid on January 1, 2026. Staff is following up with a regular public hearing of the ordinance on February 3, 2026.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:

Under California Public Resources Code section 21080.17, CEQA does not apply to the adoption of an ordinance by a city or county implementing the provisions of Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, which is California’s ADU law. Therefore, the adoption of the proposed urgency Ordinance is statutorily exempt from CEQA in that it implements state ADU law.

Fiscal Impacts:

There are no fiscal impacts associated with this item.

Alternatives:

Provide alternative direction to staff.

Attachments:

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1. Attachment 1_Ordinance No. O-01-26 (Urgency Ordinance_ADU-JADU)

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23152.06020\32617662.1

URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. O-01-26

AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF COLTON AMENDING TITLE 18 (ZONING
CODE), SECTION 18.48.150 OF THE CITY OF COLTON

MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY

DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY

DWELLING UNITS TO COMPLY WITH THE RECENT

CHANGES IN STATE LAW, AND FINDING THE ACTION

TO BE STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER
PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21080.17
WHEREAS, the City of Colton, California (“City”) is a municipal corporation, duly organized under the constitution and laws of the State of California; and WHEREAS, state law authorizes cities to act by ordinance to provide for the creation and regulation of accessory dwelling units (“ADUs”) and junior accessory dwelling units (“JADUs”); and
WHEREAS, in recent years, the California Legislature has approved, and the Governor has signed into law, numerous bills that, among other things, amend various sections of the Government Code to impose new limits on local authority to regulate ADUs and JADUs; and
WHEREAS, in 2025, the California Legislature approved, and the Governor signed into law, further amendments to state ADU law; and WHEREAS, new updates to state ADU law take effect January 1, 2026, and for the City’s ADU ordinance to remain valid, it must be amended to reflect the most recent changes to state law; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend its local regulatory scheme for the construction of ADUs and JADUs to reflect the most recent changes to state law; and WHEREAS, there is a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety, or welfare based on the passage of bills updating state ADU law because if the City’s ordinance does not comply with this legislation by January 1, 2026 — and the City’s ADU ordinance becomes null and void in its entirety — the City would be required to approve ADUs and JADUs in accordance with the few default standards that are imposed by Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, which is the state ADU law; and
WHEREAS, the approval of ADUs and JADUs based solely on the default statutory standards, without local regulations governing height, setback, landscape, and architectural review, among other things, would threaten the character of existing neighborhoods, and negatively impact property values, personal privacy, and fire safety.

These threats to public safety, health, and welfare justify adoption of this Ordinance as

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an urgency ordinance, to be effective immediately upon adoption by a four-fifths vote of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, to protect the public safety, health, and welfare, the City Council may adopt this Ordinance as an urgency measure in accordance with Government Code section 36937, subdivision (b).

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Colton does ordain as follows:

Section 1. Incorporation. The recitals above are each incorporated by reference and adopted as findings by the City Council.

Section 2. CEQA. Under California Public Resources Code section 21080.17, the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) does not apply to the adoption of an ordinance by a city or county implementing the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, which is California’s ADU law.

Therefore, adoption of the urgency Ordinance is statutorily exempt from CEQA in that it implements state ADU law.

Section 3. General Plan. The City Council hereby finds that the adoption of the urgency Ordinance is consistent with the General Plan as a matter of law under Government Code section 66314(c).

Section 4. Code Amendment. Section 18.48.150 of the Colton Municipal Code is hereby amended and restated to read in its entirety as provided in Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance takes effect immediately upon its adoption.

Section 6. HCD Submittal. In accordance with Government Code sections 66326 and 66333.5, the City Clerk is directed to submit a copy of this Ordinance to the California Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days after adoption.

Section 7. Publication. The City Clerk certifies that this Ordinance was adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting on January 20, 2026.

Section 8. Custodian of Records. The custodian of records for this Ordinance is the City Clerk and the records comprising the administrative record are located at 650 N.

La Cadena Drive, Colton, California, 92324.

Section 9. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance is held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such

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invalidity has no effect on the other provisions or applications of the Ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this extent, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of any portion thereof.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Colton, California, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 20-day of January, 2025 by the following vote:

Frank Navarro
Mayor

ATTEST:

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Isaac T. Suchil
City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP

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City Attorney

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EXHIBIT A
Amended ADU Regulations
SECTION 18.48.150 – ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
Section 18.48.150 - Accessory Dwelling Units
(a) Purpose. The purpose of this section is to allow and regulate accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) in compliance with California Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22.
(b) Effect of Conforming. An ADU or JADU that conforms to the standards in this section will not be:
(1) Deemed to be inconsistent with the City’s general plan and zoning designation for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located.
(2) Deemed to exceed the allowable density for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located.
(3) Considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth.
(4) Required to correct a nonconforming zoning condition, as defined in subsection (c)(8) below. This does not prevent the City from enforcing compliance with applicable building standards in accordance with Health and Safety Code section 17980.12.
(c) Definitions. As used in this section, terms are defined as follows:
(1) “Accessory dwelling unit” or “ADU” means an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. An accessory dwelling unit also includes the following:
(A) An efficiency unit, as defined by section 17958.1 of the California Health and Safety Code; and
(B) A manufactured home, as defined by section 18007 of the California Health and Safety Code.
(2) “Accessory structure” means a structure that is accessory and incidental to a dwelling located on the same lot.

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(3) “Complete independent living facilities” means permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated.
(4) “Efficiency kitchen” means a kitchen that includes all of the following:
(A) A cooking facility with appliances.
(B) A food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of a reasonable size in relation to the size of the JADU.
(5) “Junior accessory dwelling unit” or “JADU” means a residential unit that satisfies all of the following:
(A) It is no more than 500 square feet of interior livable space in size. (B) It is contained entirely within an existing or proposed single- family structure. An enclosed use within the residence, such as an attached garage, is considered to be a part of and contained within the single-family structure.
(C) It includes its own separate sanitation facilities or shares sanitation facilities with the existing or proposed single-family structure. (D) If the unit does not include its own separate bathroom, then it contains an interior entrance to the main living area of the existing or proposed single-family structure in addition to an exterior entrance that is separate from the main entrance to the primary dwelling.
(E) It includes an efficiency kitchen, as defined in subsection (c)(4) above.
(6) “Livable space” means a space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation. (7) “Living area” means the interior habitable area of a dwelling unit, including basements and attics, but does not include a garage or any accessory structure. (8) “Nonconforming zoning condition” means a physical improvement on a property that does not conform with current zoning standards.
(9) “Passageway” means a pathway that is unobstructed clear to the sky and extends from a street to one entrance of the ADU or JADU.
(10) “Proposed dwelling” means a dwelling that is the subject of a permit application and that meets the requirements for permitting.

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(11) “Public transit” means a location, including, but not limited to, a bus stop or train station, where the public may access buses, trains, subways, and other forms of transportation that charge set fares, run on fixed routes, and are available to the public.
(12) “Tandem parking” means that two or more automobiles are parked on a driveway or in any other location on a lot, lined up behind one another. (d) Approvals. The following approvals apply to ADUs and JADUs under this section:
(1) Ministerial ADU and Building Permits Required. Every ADU and JADU requires an ADU permit and a building permit. The city will review and approve permit applications in accordance with subsection (d)(3) below. (2) Processing Fee. The city may charge a fee to reimburse it for costs incurred in processing ADU permits, including the costs of adopting or amending the city’s ADU ordinance. The ADU-permit processing fee is determined by the Development Services Director and approved by the city council by resolution.
(3) Process and Timing.
(A) Completeness.
(i) Determination in 15 days. The city will determine whether an application to create or serve an ADU or JADU is complete and will provide written notice of the determination to the applicant within 15 business days after the city receives the application submittal.
(ii) Incomplete items. If the city’s determination under subsection (d)(3)(A)(i) above is that the application is incomplete, the city’s notice must list the incomplete items and describe how the application can be made complete.
(iii) Cure. After receiving a notice that the application is incomplete, the applicant may cure and address the items that were deemed by the city to be incomplete.
(iv) Subsequent submittals. If the applicant submits additional information to address incomplete items, within 15 business days of the subsequent submittal the city will determine in writing whether the additional information remedies all the incomplete items that the city identified in its original notice.

The city may not require the application to include an item that was not included in the original notice.
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application or resubmitted application is deemed complete for the purposes of subsection (d)(3)(C) below.
(vi) Appeal of incompleteness. An applicant may appeal the city’s determination that the application is incomplete by submitting a written appeal to the city clerk. The planning commission will review the written appeal and affirm or reverse the
completeness determination and provide a final written
determination to the applicant within 60 business days after receipt of the appeal.
(B) No discretion or hearing. Ministerial permits for an ADU or JADU are considered and approved without discretionary review or a hearing. (C) Deadline to approve or deny ministerial approvals. The city must approve or deny an application to create an ADU or JADU within 60 days from the date that the city receives a complete application. If the city has not approved or denied the complete application within 60 days, the application is deemed approved unless either:
(i) The applicant requests a delay, in which case the 60-day time period is tolled for the period of the requested delay, or (ii) When an application to create an ADU or JADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family or multifamily dwelling on the lot, the city may delay acting on the permit application for the ADU or JADU until the city acts on the permit application to create the new single-family or multifamily dwelling, but the application to create the ADU or JADU will still be considered ministerially without
discretionary review or a hearing.
(D) Denial. If the city denies an application to create an ADU or JADU, the city must provide the applicant with comments that include, among other things, a list of all the defective or deficient items and a description of how the application may be remedied by the applicant.

Notice of the denial and corresponding comments must be provided to the applicant within the 60-day time period established by subsection (d)(3)(C) above.
(E) Appeal of denial. An applicant may appeal the city’s denial of the application by submitting a written appeal to the city clerk. The planning commission will review the written appeal and affirm or reverse the denial and provide a final written determination to the applicant within 60 business days after receipt of the appeal. (F) Concurrent review of demolition. A demolition permit for a detached garage that is to be replaced with an ADU is reviewed with the application for the ADU and issued at the same time.

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(e) Classes.
(1) Class 1: Statutorily Regulated. Class 1 ADUs and JADUs are approved under Government Code section 66323. If an ADU or JADU complies with each of the general requirements in subsection (f) below, it is allowed in each of the scenarios provided in this subsection (e)(1). An ADU and JADU approved under subsection (e)(1)(A) may be combined with an ADU approved under subsection (e)(1)(B), and ADUs approved under subsection (e)(1)(C) may be combined with ADUs approved under subsection (e)(1)(D). (A) Converted on Lot with Single-Family: One ADU as described in this subsection (e)(1)(A) and one JADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling on it, where the ADU or JADU:
(i) Is either: within the space of a proposed single-family dwelling; within the existing space of an existing single-family dwelling; or (in the case of an ADU only) within the existing space of an accessory structure, plus up to 150 additional square feet if the expansion is limited to accommodating ingress and egress; and (ii) Has exterior access that is independent of that for the single-family dwelling; and
(iii) Has side and rear setbacks sufficient for fire and safety, as dictated by applicable building and fire codes.
(iv) The JADU complies with the requirements of Government Code sections 66333 through 66339.
(B) Limited Detached on Lot with Single-Family: One detached, new- construction ADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling, if the detached ADU satisfies each of the following limitations:
(i) The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. (ii) The total floor area is 800 square feet of livable space or smaller. (iii) The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit in subsection (f)(2) below.
(C) Converted on Lot with Multifamily: One or more ADUs within portions of existing multifamily dwelling structures that are not used as livable space, including but not limited to storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages, if each converted ADU complies with state building standards for dwellings. Under this subsection (e)(1)(C), at least one converted ADU is allowed within an existing multifamily dwelling, up to a quantity equal to 25 percent of the existing multifamily dwelling units.

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(D) Limited Detached on Lot with Multifamily: No more than two detached ADUs on a lot with a proposed multifamily dwelling, or up to eight detached ADUs on a lot with an existing multifamily dwelling, if each detached ADU satisfies all of the following:
(i) The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. If the existing multifamily dwelling has a rear or side yard setback of less than four feet, the city will not require any modification to the multifamily dwelling as a condition of approving the ADU. (ii) The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit provided in subsection (f)(2) below.
(iii) If the lot has an existing multifamily dwelling, the quantity of detached ADUs does not exceed the number of primary dwelling units on the lot.
(2) Class 2: Locally Regulated. Class 2 ADUs are approved under Government Code sections 66314–66322. Except for Class 1 ADUs approved under subsection (e)(1) above, all ADUs are subject to the standards set forth in subsections (f) and (g) below.
(f) General ADU and JADU Requirements. The following requirements apply to all ADUs and JADUs that are approved under subsections Error! Reference source not found. or (e)(2) above:
(1) Zoning.
(A) An ADU or JADU subject only to a building permit under subsection Error! Reference source not found. may be created on a lot in a residential or mixed-use zone.
(B) An ADU or JADU subject to an ADU permit under subsection (e)(2) above may be created on a lot that is zoned to allow single- family dwelling residential use or multifamily dwelling residential use.
(2) Height.
(A) Except as otherwise provided by subsections (f)(2)(B) and (f)(2)(C) below, a detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed single family or multifamily dwelling unit may not exceed 35 feet in height.
(B) A detached ADU may be up to two stories with a maximum height of 30 feet if it is created on a lot with an existing or proposed single family or multifamily dwelling unit that is located within one-half mile walking distance of a major transit stop or a high quality transit corridor, as those terms are defined in Section 21155

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of the Public Resources Code, and the ADU may be up to two additional feet in height (for a maximum of 32 feet) if necessary to accommodate a roof pitch on the ADU that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit.
(C) A detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily dwelling that has more than one story above grade may not exceed two stories or 30 feet in height.
(D) An ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may not exceed 35 feet in height or the height limitation imposed by the underlying zone that applies to the primary dwelling, whichever is lower.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, ADUs subject to this subsection (f)(2)(D) may not exceed two stories.
(E) For purposes of this subsection (f)(2), height is measured above existing legal grade to the peak of the structure.
(3) Fire Sprinklers.
(A) Fire sprinklers are required in an ADU if sprinklers are required in the primary residence.
(B) The construction of an ADU does not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in the existing primary dwelling. (4) Rental Term. No ADU or JADU may be rented for a term that is shorter than 30 days. This prohibition applies regardless of when the ADU or JADU was created. (5) No Separate Conveyance. An ADU or JADU may be rented, but, except as otherwise provided in Government Code Section 65852.26, no ADU or JADU may be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the lot and the primary dwelling (in the case of a single-family lot) or from the lot and all of the dwellings (in the case of a multifamily lot).
(6) Septic System. If the ADU or JADU will connect to an onsite wastewater- treatment system, the owner must include with the application a percolation test completed within the last five years or, if the percolation test has been recertified, within the last 10 years.
(7) Owner Occupancy.
(A) ADUs. ADUs are not subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. (B) JADUs.
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property, in either the primary dwelling or JADU, as the person’s legal domicile and permanent residence.
(ii) Exceptions. The owner-occupancy requirement in this subsection (f)(7)(B) does not apply in either of the following situations:
(I) The JADU has separate sanitation facilities (i.e., does not share sanitation facilities with the existing primary
dwelling unit structure).
(II) The property is entirely owned by another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.
(8) Deed Restriction. Prior to issuance of a building permit for an ADU or JADU, a deed restriction must be recorded against the title of the property in the County Recorder’s office and a copy filed with the Director or designee. The deed restriction must run with the land and bind all future owners. The form of the deed restriction will be provided by the City and must provide that:
(A) Except as otherwise provided in Government Code Section 65852.26, the ADU or JADU may not be sold separately from the primary dwelling.
(B) The ADU or JADU is restricted to the approved size and to other attributes allowed by this section.
(C) The deed restriction runs with the land and may be enforced against future property owners.
(D) The deed restriction may be removed if the owner eliminates the ADU or JADU, as evidenced by, for example, removal of the kitchen facilities. To remove the deed restriction, an owner may make a written request of the Director, providing evidence that the ADU or JADU has in fact been eliminated. The Director may then determine whether the evidence supports the claim that the ADU or JADU has been eliminated. Appeal may be taken from the Director’s determination consistent with other provisions of this Code. If the ADU or JADU is not entirely physically removed, but is only eliminated by virtue of having a necessary component of an ADU or JADU removed, the remaining structure and
improvements must otherwise comply with applicable provisions of this Code.
(E) The deed restriction is enforceable by the director or his or her designee for the benefit of the City. Failure of the property owner to comply with the deed restriction may result in legal action against the property owner, and the City is authorized to obtain any remedy available to it at law or equity, including, but not

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limited to, obtaining an injunction enjoining the use of the ADU or JADU in violation of the recorded restrictions or abatement of the illegal unit.
(9) Income Reporting. In order to facilitate the City’s obligation to identify adequate sites for housing in accordance with Government Code sections 65583.1 and 65852.2, the following requirements must be satisfied:
(A) With the building-permit application, the applicant must provide the City with an estimate of the projected annualized rent that will be charged for the ADU or JADU.
(B) Within 90 days after each yearly anniversary of the issuance of the building permit, the owner must report the actual rent charged for the ADU or JADU during the prior year. If the City does not receive the report within the 90-day period, the owner is in violation of this Code, and the City may send the owner a notice of violation and allow the owner another 30 days to submit the report.

If the owner fails to submit the report within the 30-day period, the City may enforce this provision in accordance with applicable law. (10) Building & Safety.
(A) Must comply with building code. Subject to subsection (f)(10)(B) below, all ADUs and JADUs must comply with all local building code requirements.
(B) No change of occupancy. Construction of an ADU does not constitute a Group R occupancy change under the local building code, as described in Section 310 of the California Building Code, unless the Building Official or Code Enforcement Division officer makes a written finding based on substantial evidence in the record that the construction of the ADU could have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety. Nothing in this subsection (f)(10)(B) prevents the City from changing the occupancy code of a space that was uninhabitable space or that was only permitted for nonresidential use and was subsequently converted for residential use in accordance with this section. (g) Specific ADU Requirements. The following requirements apply only to ADUs that require an ADU permit under subsection (e)(2) above.
(1) Maximum Size.
(A) The maximum size of a detached or attached ADU subject to this subsection (g) is 850 square feet for a studio or one-bedroom unit and 1,200 square feet for a unit with two or more bedrooms.

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(B) An attached ADU that is created on a lot with an existing primary dwelling is further limited to 75 percent of the floor area of the existing primary dwelling.
(C) Application of other development standards in this subsection (g), such as FAR or lot coverage, might further limit the size of the ADU, but no application of the percent-based size limit in subsection (g)(1)(B) above or of an FAR, front setback, lot coverage limit, or open-space requirement may require the ADU to be less than 800 square feet.
(2) Floor Area Ratio (FAR). No ADU subject to this subsection (g) may cause the total FAR of the lot to exceed 45 percent, subject to subsection (g)(1)(C) above.
(3) Setbacks.
(A) An ADU that is subject to this subsection (g) must conform to a 25-foot front-yard setback.
(B) ADU that is subject to this subsection (g) must conform to 4-foot side- and rear-yard setbacks.
(C) No setback is required for an ADU that is subject to this subsection (g) if the ADU is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure.
(4) Lot Coverage. No ADU subject to this subsection (g) may cause the total lot coverage of the lot to exceed 5550 percent, subject to subsection (g)(1)(C) above. (5) Minimum Open Space. No ADU subject to this subsection (g) may cause the total percentage of open space of the lot to fall below 3050 percent, subject to subsection (g)(1)(C) above.
(6) Passageway. No passageway, as defined by subsection (c)(9) above, is required for an ADU.
(7) Parking.
(A) Generally. One off-street parking space is required for each ADU.

The parking space may be provided in setback areas or as tandem parking, as defined by subsection (c)(12) above. Off-street parking shall be permitted in setback areas or through tandem parking, unless specific findings are made that parking in setback areas or tandem parking is not feasible based on specific site or regional topographical or fire and safety conditions.
(B) The required parking space for the ADU must be located on the same lot as the ADU.

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(C) Access to all required parking for the ADU and primary dwelling must be from a public street, an alley, or a recorded access easement. For any lot served by a panhandle or easement access, the access must be a minimum 20 feet in width.
(D) Curb cuts providing access from the public right-of-way to on-site parking spaces must be approved by the City Engineer in accordance with established, objective standards. A construction permit from the City Engineer shall be obtained for any new or widened curb cuts.
(E) Required parking spaces or required maneuvering area must be free of any utility poles, support wires, guard rails, stand pipes or meters.
(F) All required parking spaces must be kept clear for parking purposes only.
(G) Exceptions. No parking under subsection (g)(7)(A) is required in the following situations:
(i) The ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit, as defined in subsection (c)(11) above.
(ii) The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district.
(iii) The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure under subsection (e)(1)(A) above. (iv) When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.
(v) When there is an established car share vehicle stop located within one block of the ADU.
(vi) When the permit application to create an ADU is submitted with an application to create a new single-family or new multifamily dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the lot satisfies any other criteria listed in subsections (g)(7)(G)(i) through (v) above.
(H) No Replacement. When a garage, carport, or covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, those off-street parking spaces are not required to be replaced.

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(8) Architectural Requirements.
(A) The materials and colors of the exterior walls, roof, and windows and doors must match the appearance and architectural design of those of the primary dwelling.
(B) The roof slope must match that of the dominant roof slope of the primary dwelling. The dominant roof slope is the slope shared by the largest portion of the roof.
(C) The exterior lighting must be limited to down-lights or as otherwise required by the building or fire code.
(D) The ADU must have an independent exterior entrance, apart from that of the primary dwelling.
(E) The interior horizontal dimensions of an ADU must be at least 10 feet wide in every direction, with a minimum interior wall height of seven feet.
(F) Windows and doors of the ADU may not have a direct line of sight to an adjoining residential property. Fencing, landscaping, or privacy glass may be used to provide screening and prevent a direct line of sight.
(G) All windows and doors in an ADU are less than 30 feet from a property line that is not a public right-of-way line must either be (for windows) clerestory with the bottom of the glass at least six feet above the finished floor, or (for windows and for doors) utilize frosted or obscure glass.
(9) Landscape Requirements. Evergreen landscape screening must be planted and maintained between the ADU and adjacent parcels as follows:
(A) At least one 15-gallon size plant shall be provided for every five linear feet of exterior wall. Alternatively, at least one 24” box size plant shall be provided for every ten linear feet of exterior wall. (B) Plant specimens must be at least six feet tall when installed. As an alternative, a solid fence of at least 6 feet in height may be installed.
(C) All landscaping must be drought-tolerant.
(D) All landscaping must be from the City’s approved plant list. (10) Historical Protections. An ADU that is on or within 600 feet of real property that is listed in the California Register of Historic Resources must be located so as to not be visible from any public right-of-way.

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(h) Fees. The following requirements apply to all ADUs that are approved under subsections Error! Reference source not found. or (e)(2) above. (1) Impact Fees.
(A) No impact fee is required for an ADU that is less than 750 square feet in size. For purposes of this subsection (h)(1), “impact fee” means a “fee” under the Mitigation Fee Act (Gov. Code
§ 66000(b)) and a fee under the Quimby Act (Gov. Code § 66477). “Impact fee” here does not include any connection fee or capacity charge for water or sewer service.
(B) A JADU or ADU with less than 500 square feet of interior livable space does not increase assessable space by 500 square feet for purposes of Education Code section 17620(a)(1)(C), and is therefore not subject to school fees under Education Code section 17620.
(C) Any impact fee that is required for an ADU that is 750 square feet or larger in size must be charged proportionately in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling unit. (E.g., the floor area of the ADU, divided by the floor area of the primary dwelling, times the typical fee amount charged for a new dwelling.)
(2) Utility Fees.
(A) If an ADU is constructed with a new single-family home, a separate utility connection directly between the ADU and the utility and payment of the normal connection fee and capacity charge for a new dwelling are required.
(B) Except as described in subsection (h)(2)(A), converted ADUs on a single-family lot that are created under subsection (e)(1)(A) above are not required to have a new or separate utility connection directly between the ADU and the utility. Nor is a connection fee or capacity charge required.
(C) Except as described in subsection (h)(2)(A), all ADUs that are not covered by subsection (h)(2)(B) require a new, separate utility connection directly between the ADU and the utility for any utility that is provided by the city. All utilities that are not provided by the city are subject to the connection and fee requirements of the utility provider. (i) The connection is subject to a connection fee or capacity charge that is proportionate to the burden created by the ADU based on either the floor area or the number of
drainage-fixture units (DFU) values, as defined by the
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(ii) The portion of the fee or charge that is charged by the City may not exceed the reasonable cost of providing this
service.
(i) Nonconforming Zoning Code Conditions, Building Code Violations, and Unpermitted Structures.
(1) Generally. The City will not deny an ADU or JADU application due to a nonconforming zoning condition, building code violation, or unpermitted structure on the lot that does not present a threat to the public health and safety and that is not affected by the construction of the ADU or JADU.
(2) Unpermitted ADUs and JADUs constructed before 2020. (A) Permit to Legalize. As required by state law, the City may not deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if denial is based on either of the following grounds:
(i) The ADU or JADU violates applicable building standards, or (ii) The ADU or JADU does not comply with the state ADU or JADU law (Government Code section 65852.2) or this ADU ordinance (section 18.48.150).
(B) Exceptions:
(i) Notwithstanding subsection (i)(2)(A) above, the City may deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if the City makes a finding that correcting a violation is necessary to comply with standards specified in California Health and Safety Code section 17920.3. (ii) Subsection (i)(2)(A) above does not apply to a building that is deemed to be substandard in accordance with California Health and Safety Code section 17920.3.
(j) Nonconforming ADUs and Discretionary Approval. Any proposed ADU or JADU that does not conform to the objective standards set forth in subsections (a) through (i) of this section may be allowed by the City with a conditional use permit, in accordance with the other provisions of this title.

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Item: 1.

Staff Report

Meeting Date: January 20, 2026
To: City Council
From: Bill Smith, City Manager
Prepared By: Isaac T. Suchil, City Clerk
Item Name: Minutes - Approval of Minutes for the City Council Regular Meeting Held on December 16, 2025, on File in the Office of the City Clerk.

Recommended Action:

Approval of Minutes for the City Council Regular Meeting Held on December 16, 2025.

Background:

BACKGROUND
Minutes for the City Council Regular Meeting Held on December 16, 2025.

Issues/Analysis:

N/A

Fiscal Impacts:

N/A

Alternatives:

N/A

Attachments:

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City of Colton
City Hall, Council Chambers
650 N. La Cadena Drive
Colton, CA 92324
City of Colton Website
Mayor Frank J. Navarro
Council Members:

David J. Toro – District 1
Kelly J. Chastain – District 2
Dr. Luis S. González – District 3
John R. Echevarria – District 4

City Clerk Isaac T. Suchil
City Treasurer Henry M. Razo

City Manager William R. Smith
City Attorney Carlos Campos

Minutes
City Council
Colton Utility Authority, Colton Public Financing Authority Colton Housing Authority
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 – 5:00 PM
City Hall, Council Chambers

Closed Session
5:00 p.m.

Closed Session Called to Order
Closed Session meeting was called to order at 5:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber of City Hall, with Mayor Frank J. Navarro presiding.

Roll Call
Council members present were David J. Toro, Kelly Chastain, Luis S. Gonzalez, John R.

Echevarria, and Mayor Frank J. Navarro.

Also present was the City Clerk, Isaac T. Suchil.

Staff present were City Manager, William R. Smith, and City Attorney, Carlos Campos. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Public Comment - Closed Session
There were no public comments.
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Closed Session
City Attorney Carlos Campos announced the City Council would meet in Closed Session to discuss Item #1.
1) Public Employee Performance Evaluations
Job Titles: City Attorney & City Manager
City Attorney Oral Report on Closed Session Actions
City Attorney Campos announced that the City Council met in Closed Session and discussed Closed Session Item #1; directions were given but there was no reportable action.

Open Session
6:00 P.M.

Open Session Called to Order
Mayor Frank J. Navarro called Open Session to order at 6:00 P.M.

Invocation
Pastor Pete Tasaka – The Vineyard Church
Flag Salute
Veterans of Foreign War (VFW) Member Bernie Moyeda
Roll Call
Council members present were David J. Toro, Kelly Chastain, Luis S. Gonzalez, John R.

Echevarria, and Mayor Frank J. Navarro.

Also present was the City Clerk Isaac T. Suchil and City Treasurer Henry M. Razo.

Staff present were City Manager, William R. Smith, and City Attorney, Carlos Campos.

Ceremonial Matters
Presentations, Awards, Proclamations
• Retirement of K9 Boy and Introduction of K9 Brita
The Colton Police Department proudly recognizes the retirement of K9 Boy, honoring his years of loyal and dedicated service to the City of Colton. K9 Boy has faithfully served alongside his handler, contributing to public safety, crime prevention, and community protection. His service reflects the very best of our department.

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At the same time, we are pleased to introduce K9 Brita, the department’s newest K9 partner. K9 Brita represents the next generation of service and commitment and will continue the proud tradition of excellence established by those who came before her.

This presentation is led by Chief Vega, marking both a respectful farewell and a confident step forward for the Colton Police Department.

• Business Focus - House of Eggs
At last night’s City Council meeting, Council Member Gonzalez recognized House of Eggs as the Business Focus honoree.

The following representatives were acknowledged:
• Juan Garcia, Owner
• Cesar Garcia, Owner
• Joanna Orosco, Manager
• Brenda Fernandez, Manager (absent)
• Recognition - Amanda Estrada - Exceptional Athlete
Amanda Estrada was recognized as an Exceptional Athlete, honoring her dedication, discipline, and outstanding athletic achievement.

The recognition was presented by Council Member Echevarria, acknowledging Amanda’s hard work and positive representation of the community.

Mayor and Council Items
Gift Disclosures
None
AB 1234 Oral Reports
Council Member CM Echevarria attended the League of California Cities Luncheon, which was held November 20, 2025, in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

Appointments
Mayor and Council Discussion Items
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Public Hearings
1) Public Hearing - Right-of-Way Vacation - Time and Place Fixed to Consider a Public Hearing To Approve and Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of Colton, California, to Vacate Certain Portions of Right-of-Way, the Full Width of the Alley North of Valley Boulevard, from Mt. Vernon Avenue to 280 Feet West of Mt. Vernon Avenue, and Certain Portions of Right-of-way, Approximately 234 Square Feet, on the West Side of Mt. Vernon Avenue North of Valley Boulevard, Resolution No. R-96-25.

Staff Person: Chad Blais
Public Hearing Opened
The Mayor announced the Public Hearing Open.

The City Clerk submitted the notice of Public Hearing (on file in the City Clerk's Office) and there were no letters of opposition received for this item.

Staff Presentation
Victor Ortiz, Assistant Director of Public Works & Engineering, presented to Council an overview of the agenda Item.

Public Comment
There were no public comments.

Public Hearing Closed
A motion was made to Close the Public Hearing by CM Gonzalez, with a second by CM Chastain.

Vote: Unanimous, Motion Passes

Council Discussion
Discernment and discussion between the Mayor and Council members present, with clarification provided by staff: Victor Ortiz, Assistant Director of Public Works & Engineering and Heidi Duran, Development Services Director.

Motion/Vote
A motion was made to approve the item by CM Gonzalez, with a second by CM Chastain.

Vote: Unanimous, Motion passes
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Business Items
1) Terrace Water Consolidation - Approve Authority to Apply for the Expedited Drinking Water Grant to Fund Consolidation with Terrace Water Company and Approve the Terrace Water Company and City of Colton Consolidation Agreement, Resolution No. R-92-25 & R- 100-25.

Staff Person: Chad Blais
Staff Presentation
Chad Blais, Director of Public Works & Engineering, presented to Council an overview of the agenda item.

Public Comment
The following community member addressed the Council:
• Laura Corral Flores, Representative of Terrace Water Company

Council Discussion
Discernment and discussion between Mayor and Council members present, with clarification provided by staff: Chad Blais, Director of Public Works & Engineering.

Motion/Vote
A motion was made to approve the Item by MPT Toro, with a second by CM Chastain.

Vote: Unanimous, Motion passes
______________________________________________________________________________________ Public Comment - Limit 3 Minutes
If you would like to submit paperwork to the City Council members, you will also need to provide a copy to the City Clerk for the Official Record.

The following community member addressed the Council:
• Gary Grossich, Colton Business Owner
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Mayor Navarro presented the Consent Calendar Items 1 through 11.

Council Discussion
None

Motion/Vote
A motion was made to Approve the Consent Calendar by CM Chastain, with a second by CM Gonzalez.

Vote: Unanimous, Motion Passed
1) Minutes - Approval of Minutes for the City Council Regular Meeting held on December 02, 2025, on File in the Office of the City Clerk.

City Clerk: Isaac T. Suchil
2) Warrants - Approve voucher numbers 222865 to 222949 dated 11/13/2025 and totaling $1,093,950.79; wires dated 11/17/2025 and totaling $6,239,493.65; voucher numbers 222950 to 223085 dated 11/20/2025 and totaling $11,714,649.26 and a payroll disbursement listing dated 10/11/2025 to 10/24/2025 and totaling $1,221,735.99.

Staff Person: Stacey Dabbs
3) Employment Agreement - Thomas Miller - Adopt a Resolution Approving an Employment Agreement with Thomas Miller, Resolution No. R-83-25.

Staff Person: Thomas Cody
4) Contract Award - DM Contracting - Approve Contract Award to DM Contracting for Pavement Patch Repairs for Water and Wastewater Projects.

Staff Person: Chad Blais
5) Contract Award - J. Peace Builders Inc. - Approve Award of Contract to J. Peace Builders, Inc. as the Lowest Responsive and Responsible Bidder for the Fire Station 214 Restroom Remodel Project in the Amount of $121,500.

Staff Person: Chad Blais

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6) Franchise Fee Amendment - Approve a Resolution Restructuring the Franchise Fee Imposed on CR&R Relating to the Provision of Solid Waste Service as a Result of New Law and Taking Other Actions Reacting Thereto, Resolution No. R-101-25.

Staff Person: Carlos Campos
7) Notice of Completion - Asphalt Paving Project - Approve the Execution and Recordation of the Notice of Completion for the Fiscal Year 24/25 Asphalt Paving Project.

Staff Person: Chad Blais
8) Pre-Qualified List - On-Call Engineering - Approve List of Pre-Qualified Consulting Firms to Provide On-Call Engineering, Construction Management, and Inspection Services.

Staff Person: Chad Blais
9) Purchase - Altec Industries, Inc. - Approve the Purchase of One Altec AT41M Articulating Telescopic Aerial Device.

Staff Person: Charles Berry
10) Second Reading of Ordinance No. O-10-25 - Approve Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Colton, California, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Colton to Amend Section 10.60 Of Title 10 of the Colton Municipal Code, as they Pertain to Truck Routes in the City of Colton and Adoption of an Addendum to the Environmental Impact Report for the Colton 2013 General Plan Update Project (State Clearinghouse No. 2012031037): File Index Number Dap25-0024, Ordinance No. O-10-25.

Staff Person: Stephanie M. Vargas
11) Second Reading of Ordinance No. O-12-25 - Approve Second Reading of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Colton, California, to Adopt by Reference the 2025 California Building Code, Incorporating the "International Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2, 2021 Edition Including Appendices; the 2025 California Fire Code, Incorporating the "International Fire Code" 2024 Edition Including Appendices Thereto; the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Incorporating the “International Wildland-Urban Interface” 2024 Edition Including Appendices Thereto; the 2025 California Residential Code, Incorporating the "International Residential Code" 2025 Edition Including Appendices Thereto; the 2025 California Mechanical Code; Including Appendices Thereto; the 2025 California Plumbing Code, Incorporating the "California Plumbing Code", 2025 Edition, Including Appendices; the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code Including Appendices Thereto; 2025 California Energy Efficiency Standards Including Appendices Thereto; Adopting by Reference the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 Edition; and the International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition; with Appendices and Amendments Thereto; Together with Certain Amendments, Deletions, Additions, and Exceptions and are Hereby Adopted by Reference in Their

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Entirety And Amended In Chapters 15.04 15.06, 15.07, 15.08, 15.09, 15.10, 15.11, 15.12,

15.13, and 15.16 of Title 15 Herein, shall Comprise the Building and Construction Regulations of the City of Colton, Ordinance No. O-12-25.

Staff Person: Stephanie M. Vargas
______________________________________________________________________________________ Mayor and Council Oral Reports and Comments
Comments from Mayor and Council on various issues and activities throughout the community can be viewed on our City of Colton Website (www.coltonca.gov).

City Manager's Reports
City Manager, William R. Smith, announced that the City's public counters will be closed from December 22nd through January 2nd, and explained that all essential city services will still be available.

Adjournment
Mayor Navarro adjourned the Regular Council Meeting at 07:47 PM in memoriam for Catalino Salas and Jose Rivas; a moment of silence was observed.

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Isaac T. Suchil, City Clerk
City of Colton

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Item: 2.

Staff Report

Meeting Date: January 20, 2026
To: City Council
From: Bill Smith, City Manager
Prepared By: Stacey Dabbs, Finance Director
Item Name: Warrants - Approve US Bank voucher dated 10/14/2025 for $78,733.90; voucher numbers 223086 to 223159 dated 11/24/2025 and totaling $90,627.86; voucher numbers 223160 to 223285 dated 12/01/2025 and totaling $1,120,424.12; voucher numbers 223286 to 223391 dated 12/08/2025 and totaling $752,561.92; voucher numbers 223392 to 223544 dated 12/11/2025 and totaling $1,789,383.98; a payroll disbursement listing dated 10/25/2025 to 11/07/2025 and totaling $1,247,351.41 and payroll disbursement listing dated 11/08/2025 to 11/21/2025 and totaling $1,657,874.01.

Recommended Action:

Approve US Bank voucher dated 10/14/2025 for $78,733.90; voucher numbers 223086 to 223159 dated 11/24/2025 and totaling $90,627.86; voucher numbers 223160 to 223285 dated 12/01/2025 and totaling $1,120,424.12; voucher numbers 223286 to 223391 dated 12/08/2025 and totaling $752,561.92; voucher numbers 223392 to 223544 dated 12/11/2025 and totaling $1,789,383.98; a payroll disbursement listing dated 10/25/2025 to 11/07/2025 and totaling $1,247,351.41 and payroll disbursement listing dated 11/08/2025 to 11/21/2025 and totaling $1,657,874.01.

Background:

The California Government Code requires that the legislative body ratify all vouchers issued in the course of conducting City business.

Issues/Analysis:

All vouchers and related backup documentation have been reviewed by the Finance Director and City Manager.

Fiscal Impacts:

None.

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Alternatives:

Provide alternative direction to staff.

Attachments:

1. Fund Number and Title Legend

2. Voucher lists

3. Payroll Registers

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City of Colton
Fund Number and Title Legend
Fund Title Fund Title
100 GENERAL FUND 701 LLMD #2
150 TREASURERS ACCOUNT GROUP 702 LLMD #1
206 COMMUN ITY CHILD CARE 703 CFO 87-1 DEBT SERV ICE
209 DSF FLY CONSERVATION 704 CFO 87-1 CONSTRUCT ION
210 SPECIAL GAS TAX 707 CFO 88-1 DEBT SERV ICE
211 LIBRARY GRANT FUND 708 CFO 88-1 CONSTRUCTION
212 STATE TRAFFIC RELIEF FUND 709 DSF FLY CONSERVATION
213 S.Y.E.T .P. GRANT 722 STORM WATER
214 POLLUT ION REDUCT ION FUND 733 CFO 89-1 CONSTRUCT ION 215 COMMUNITY DEV ACT FUND 734 CFO 89-2 CONSTRUCT ION
216 CDBG HOUS ING REHAB FUND 744 CFO 89-1 DEBT SERV ICE 217 DRUG/GANG INTERVENTION 745 CFO 89-2 DEBT SERV ICE
218 MEASURE I FUND 750 AQUA MANSA CFO
219 STATE AID- CAPITAL PROJECTS 754 SB COUNTY HOSPITAL
220 Vi Tep 762 TRUST AND AGENCY
225 MISC GRANTS 766 DEFERRED COMPENSAT ION
240 HOST CITY FEES - CIP 781 CFO 90-1 DEBT SERVICE
247 Quimby In Lieu Fees 782 CFO 90-1 CONSTRUCT ION
248 PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND 850 Redeve lopment Obligation Retirement Fund 249 TRAFF IC IMPACT FUND 851 Successor Agency Administration 250 NEW FAC ILITIES DEVELOPMENT FEE 855 Hous ing Auth - RM PARK DEVELOPMENT 251 CIVIC CENTER DEVELOPMENT FEE 856 Housing Auth - RANCHO MED BOND PROCEEDS 252 FIRE FAC ILITY DEVELOPMENT FEE 857 LMI Asset Fund
253 POLICE FACILITY DEVELOPMENT FEE 864 Housing Auth - LOW/MOD BOND PROCEEDS 261 ASSET FORFEITURE 865 Housing Auth - RANCHO MED CHFA 326 AD 94-1 DEBT SERVICE 866 ECONOM IC DEVELOPMENT
332 1971 SEWER BONDS, A & C 867 Consolidation Proj_08 -09 350 PFA Debt Fund 870 Housing Auth - RM PARK OPERAT IONS 357 POB-Non Enterprise 871 Successor Agcy-RANCHO/M ILL PROJECT AREA 358 PENS ION OBLIGATION DEBT SERV ICE 872 Succe ssor Agcy-RANCHO/MILL DEBT SERV ICE 359 CORP YARD DEBT SERV ICE 873 Successor Agcy-RDA II PROJECT FUND 363 1978-2 ASSESSMENT DIST . 874 Housing Auth - LOW/MOD DEBT SERV ICE 364 WATER IMPRVMNT DIST A 875 Housing Auth - LOW/MOD BOND PROCEEDS 379 AD 1979-1 DEBT SERV ICE 876 Successor Agcy-SANTA ANA RIV BND PROCEED 427 AD 94-1 CONSTRUCT ION 877 Successor Agcy-SANTA ANA RIVER CIP 450 Capita l Improvement Project s 878 RDA FIXED ASSETS GROUP 451 Colton Crossing Fund 879 Successor Agcy-WEST VALLEY CIP 453 STREET IMPROVEMENTS PRGM 881 Successor Agcy-MT VERNON BOND PROCEEDS 457 CAP ITAL IMPROVEMENT 882 Successo r Agcy-MT VERNON CIP 469 EQU IPMENT REPLACEMENT 885 Successor Agcy -MT VERNON DEBT SERV ICE 520 ELECTR IC UTILITY 886 RDA ADM INISTRAT ION
521 WATER UTILITY 887 COOLEY RANCH - now 894
522 WAS TEWATER UTILITY 888 MT VERNON - now 882
523 SOLID WASTE 889 WEST VALLEY - now 879
524 CEMETERY 890 Successor Agcy-RDA - LONG TERM DEBT GRP 525 RECYCLING 891 Successo r Agcy-RDA I DEBT SERV ICE FUND 526 PUBLIC BENEFIT FUND 892 Successor Agcy-RDA I - CAP ITAL PROJECTS 527 WASTEWATER UTILITY - GRAND TERRACE 893 Successor Agcy -RDA II DEBT SERV ICE FUND 551 WATER DEVELOPMENT 894 Successor Agcy -COOLEY RANCH PRO JECT 552 SEWER DEVELOPMENT 895 Successor Agcy-COOLEY RANCH DEBT SERV 560 CEMETARY ENDOWMENT CARE 896 SANTA ANA RIVER - now 877 605 Facility & Equipment Maintenance Fund 897 Successor Agcy-SANTA ANA RIVER DEBT SVC 606 INFORMATION SERV ICES FUND 898 Housing Auth - LOW/MOD CAPITAL PROJECTS 607 INSURANCE FUND 899 Successor Agcy-WEST VALLEY PRJ - DBT SV 608 AUTOMOT IVE SHOP 941 GENERAL LONG -TERM DEBT
610 AUTOMOT IVE SHOPS 958 GENERAL FIXED ASSETS
990 GASB 34

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Item: 3.

Staff Report

Meeting Date: January 20, 2026
To: City Council
From: Bill Smith, City Manager
Prepared By: Chad Blais, PW & Utility Services Director Item Name: Application - State Revolving Fund - Approve Resolutions Related to Colton Utility Authority's Application to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund to Fund the Upgrade to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Flare Rehabilitation Project, Resolution No. R-05-26 & R-06-

26. Recommended Action:

1. Adopt Resolution R-05-26

2. Adopt Resolution R-06-26

3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to submit and execute all documents required to apply for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund for a potential loan to fund the upgrade to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Flare Rehabilitation Project

Background:

Since 1949, the City of Colton has owned, operated, and maintained the Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) at 1201 S. Rancho Avenue. The WRF treats domestic, commercial, and industrial wastewater generated by the City of Colton, the City of Grand Terrace, and portions of unincorporated San Bernardino County. Over time, the facility has been expanded and upgraded to meet the needs of a growing population and evolving regulatory requirements from the California Regional Water Quality Control Board.

In mid-2024, the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) conducted an inspection of the WRF and issued a formal Notice of Non-Compliance with the following major deficiency:

1. The existing open-style flare used to burn off gases produced by the anaerobic digester system does not meet AQMD regulatory standards. The unit must be replaced immediately with a compliant system, or the City may face fines of up to $10,000 per day

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until the issue is resolved.

Issues/Analysis:

In response to the Notice of Non-Compliance, the City accelerated the replacement of the flare system to bring the WRF back into regulatory compliance. Staff is actively working with Lee & Ro to prioritize the flare system upgrade, and the plans and specifications have now been completed. The current engineer’s estimate for construction of the new flare system is approximately $3,925,000. While the Sewer Fund is financially stable, it does not have sufficient available cash reserves to immediately fund the project on a pay-as-you-go basis. Given the long useful life of the flare system, staff recommends utilizing low-interest debt financing through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund to appropriately match the cost of the asset with the period over which it will provide service and to maintain adequate Sewer Fund reserves.

As part of the application process the City must provide Resolution R-06-26 that authorizes the City Manager, or designee, to submit and execute all documents required to apply for the State Revolving Fund and Resolution R-05-26 that outlines the Colton Utility Authority's commitment to reimburse the Clean Water State Revolving Fund for a loan for capital improvements. The State review of the application process is expected to take 12 to 18 months.

Fiscal Impacts:

Approval of this item authorizes only the submission of a loan application and does not obligate the City to any financial commitment. Any loan award and related repayment terms would be brought before the Colton Utility Authority Board for review and approval prior to acceptance. If approved, the Wastewater Utility Fund would be responsible for the full amount of the loan and required to appropriate annual debt service payments and comply with all reserve and covenant requirements.

Alternatives:

1. Provide alternative direction to Staff.

Attachments:

1. R-05-26 - Reimbursement Resolution

2. R-06-26 - Authorizing Resolution

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1 RESOLUTION NO. R-05-26

A RESOLUTION OF THE COLTON UTILITY AUTHORITY OUTLINING

THE AGENCYS COMMITMENT TO REIMBURSE THE CLEAN WATER

STATE REVEOLVING FUND FOR A LOAN FOR CAPITAL

IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, the Colton Utility Authority (the "Agency") desires to finance the costs of constructing and/or reconstructing certain public facilities and improvements relating to its Wastewater Treatment Plant Flare Rehabilitation Project (the “Project”), including a new iron scrubber gas purification system, a new 2.8145 MMBtu/hr flare, and other infrastructure to allow the Agency to meet current and future process needs and comply with the requirements of all applicable SCAQMD; and

WHEREAS, the Agency intends to finance the construction and/or reconstruction of the Project or portions of the Project with moneys ("Project Funds") provided by the State of California, acting by and through the State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board); and

WHEREAS, the State Water Board may fund the Project Funds with proceeds from the sale of obligations the interest upon which is excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes (the "Obligations"), and

WHEREAS, prior to either the issuance of the Obligations or the approval by the State Water Board of the Project Funds the Agency desires to incur certain capital expenditures (the "Expenditures") with respect to the Project from available moneys of the Agency; and

WHEREAS, the Agency has determined that those moneys to be advanced on and after the date hereof to pay the Expenditures are available only for a temporary period and it is necessary to reimburse the Agency for the Expenditures from the proceeds of the Obligations.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE AGENCY DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, ORDER AND DETERMINE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Agency hereby states its intention and reasonably expects to reimburse Expenditures paid prior to the issuance of the Obligations or the approval by the State Water Board of the Project Funds.

SECTION 2. The reasonably expected maximum principal amount of the Project Funds is $3,921,489.

SECTION 3. This resolution is being adopted no later than 60 days after the date on which the Agency will expend monies for the construction portion of the Project costs to be reimbursed with Project Funds.

SECTION 4. Each Agency expenditure will be of a type properly chargeable to a capital account under general federal income tax principles.

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2 SECTION 5. To the best of our knowledge, this Agency is not aware of the previous adoption of official intents by the Agency that have been made as a matter of course for the purpose of reimbursing expenditures and for which tax-exempt obligations have not been issued.

SECTION 6. This resolution is adopted as official intent of the Agency in order to comply with Treasury Regulation §1.150-2 and any other regulations of the Internal Revenue Service relating to the qualification for reimbursement of Project costs.

SECTION 7. All the recitals in this Resolution are true and correct and this Agency so finds, determines and represents.

CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of a resolution duly and regularly adopted at a meeting of the City of Colton held on January 20, 2026.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of January, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Frank J. Navarro
Mayor
ATTEST:

Isaac T. Suchil
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

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23152.08100\44401899.1
1 RESOLUTION NO. R-06-26

A RESOLUTION OF THE COLTON UTILITY THE CITY MANAGER OR

HIS/HER DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO THE STATE

REVOLVING FUND FOR A LOAN FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, the Colton Utility Authority (“Agency”) desires to finance the costs of constructing and/or reconstructing certain public facilities and improvements relating to its wastewater system, including specifically the Wastewater Treatment Plant Flare Rehabilitation Project (“Project”); and

WHEREAS, the Agency intends to finance the construction and/or reconstruction of the Project or portions of the Project with monies provided by the State of California, acting by and through the State Water Resources Control Board ("State Water Board"); and

WHEREAS, the State Water Board may fund the Project Funds with proceeds from the sale of obligations, the interest upon which is excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes.

WHEREAS, the Colton Utility Authority REOLVED BY THE City Council OF THE City of Colton (the "Entity"), AS FOLLOWS:

The City Manager (the “Authorized Representative”) or designee is hereby authorized and directed to sign and file, for and on behalf of the Entity, a Financial Assistance Application for a financing agreement from the State Water Resources Control Board for the planning, design, and construction of the Flare Project (the “Project”).

This Authorized Representative, or his/her designee, is designated to provide the assurances, certifications, and commitments required for the financial assistance application, including executing a financial assistance agreement from the State Water Resources Control Board and any amendments or changes thereto.

The Authorized Representative, or his/her designee, is designated to represent the Entity in carrying out the Entity’s responsibilities under the financing agreement, including certifying disbursement requests on behalf of the Entity and compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

CERTIFICATION
I do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy of a resolution duly and regularly adopted at a meeting of the City of Colton held on January 20, 2026.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of January, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

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23152.08100\44401899.1
2 ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Frank J. Navarro
Mayor
ATTEST:

Isaac T. Suchil
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

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Item: 4.

Staff Report

Meeting Date: January 20, 2026
To: City Council
From: Bill Smith, City Manager
Prepared By: Stacey Dabbs, Finance Director
Item Name: Authorized Position List - Approve and Adopt a Resolution to Amend the FY 2025-26 Budget and Authorized Positions List to Add the Positions of Customer Service Manager and Purchasing Manager, and Delete the Customer Service and Purchasing Manager Position, Reassigning the Incumbent as the Customer Service Manager.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends that City Council take the following action:

Approve and adopt a resolution amending the FY 2025-26 Budget and Authorized Positions List to:
• Add one (1) Customer Service Manager position;
• Add one (1) Purchasing Manager position;
• Delete the combined Customer Service and Purchasing Manager position; and • Reassign the incumbent of the combined position to the Customer Service Manager classification.

Background:

The City’s Purchasing and Customer Service Manager oversees two distinct and mission-critical operational areas: centralized purchasing and warehouse operations, and utility billing and customer service for electric, water, wastewater, and refuse services. In 2010, during recession- driven workforce reductions, the City combined the Purchasing Manager and Customer Service Manager roles into a single dual-function position as a cost-containment measure.

Over time, the scope, regulatory complexity, and service demands of both functions have increased substantially. The combined role was never intended to be permanent and no longer reflects current operational realities or best practices for a full-service city with multiple enterprise funds. As documented in the City of Colton Finance Department Reorganization Plan,

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the dual-role structure has resulted in competing priorities, uneven workload distribution, and elevated operational risk.

Additionally, the incumbent has previously indicated plans to retire, creating a near-term succession planning imperative. Maintaining the combined position through retirement would significantly constrain recruitment, knowledge transfer, and continuity of operations.

Issues/Analysis:

Operational Effectiveness and Risk Management
Purchasing and customer service are unrelated disciplines that require specialized technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and focused leadership. Purchasing management requires proficiency in public procurement law, contract lifecycle management, solicitation processes, and grant and audit compliance. Customer service management requires expertise in utility billing systems, rate structures, high-volume customer interactions, and revenue collection oversight. Combining these functions into a single position limits the City’s ability to manage either function effectively.

The Reorganization Plan identifies that approximately 80 percent of the incumbent’s time is currently devoted to customer service operations, leaving insufficient capacity to proactively manage purchasing functions. This imbalance contributes to procurement bottlenecks, delayed contract processing, and limited capacity for modernization initiatives.

Succession Planning and Recruitment Feasibility
Retaining a combined position presents a substantial recruitment risk. Candidates with deep procurement expertise rarely possess utility billing management experience, and vice versa. The dual-discipline requirement significantly narrows the applicant pool and increases the likelihood of prolonged vacancies or unsuccessful recruitment efforts. Separating the roles into two market- aligned classifications improves recruitment feasibility and allows for staggered onboarding and structured knowledge transfer prior to the incumbent’s planned retirement.

Continuity of Service and Revenue Protection
Utility billing and customer service functions directly support the City’s largest and most consistent revenue streams. Dedicated management oversight reduces the risk of billing errors, delayed implementation of rate changes, and service disruptions that could negatively impact revenue stability. Similarly, dedicated purchasing leadership strengthens internal controls, ensures compliance with applicable laws and ordinances, and supports timely delivery of capital projects and departmental operations.

Organizational Best Practices
The proposed action aligns with standard organizational practices for comparable full-service cities and reflects a restoration of appropriate spans of control rather than an expansion of management. The reassignment of the incumbent to the Purchasing Manager role preserves institutional knowledge in procurement while allowing for focused recruitment of a Customer Service Manager.

Fiscal Impacts:

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The Customer Service Manager and Purchasing Manager positions are funded through the General Fund and allocated to the City’s enterprise funds and user departments in accordance with the City’s approved cost allocation plan, based on their respective pro rata share of services provided. The salary and benefit costs for both positions are consistent with the existing Customer Service and Purchasing Manager classification, which has a current fully burdened annual cost of $195,762. Any salary or benefit adjustments for FY 2025-26 will be addressed through the City’s mid-year budget review.

Alternatives:

1. Provide alternative direction to staff.

Attachments:

1. FY25-26 Authorized position list_20260120

2. SALARY TABLE revised 1-20-26

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Original
Adopted
11-4-25
ACM
12-6-25
Utility
1-20-26
Finance
FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026
City Council 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 City Clerk 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
City Treasurer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 City Manager 5.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 Human Resources & Risk Management Department 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 Finance Department 30.00 30.00 30.00 31.00 Community Services Department 15.70 15.70 15.70 15.70 Development Services Department 13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00 Police Department 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 Fire Department 51.00 51.00 51.00 51.00 Electric Utility Department 52.00 52.00 55.00 55.00 Public Works & Utility Services Department 89.00 89.00 87.00 87.00 370.70 371.70 372.70 373.70
Original
Adopted
11-4-25
ACM
12-6-25
Utility
1-20-26
Finance
FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026
City Council
Mayor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Council Member 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00

5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
City Clerk
Chief Deputy City Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
City Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Office Specialist I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
City Treasurer
City Treasurer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
City Manager
City Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant City Manager 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant to the City Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Executive Assistant to the City Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Economic Development Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Economic Development Project Manager I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

5.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 City Manager Totals: (Full Time Positions) City Council Totals: (Full Time Positions)
City Council Totals: (Full Time Positions)
City Treasurer Totals: (Full Time Positions)

TOTAL FUNDED FULL-TIME POSITIONS
DETAIL
Total - City Full-Time Positions

TOTAL FUNDED FULL-TIME POSITIONS
City of Colton
Authorized Full-Time Positions
January 20, 2026

SUMMARY

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Original
Adopted
11-4-25
ACM
12-6-25
Utility
1-20-26
Finance
FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 TOTAL FUNDED FULL-TIME POSITIONS Human Resources & Risk Management
Human Resources & Risk Management Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Senior Human Resources Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Risk Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Human Resource Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Human Resource Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00
Finance Department
Finance Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Finance
Finance Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Accountant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Finance Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Payroll Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Accountant 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Payroll Technician I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Account Technician I/II 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Customer Service
Purchasing/Customer Service Manager 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.00 Customer Service Manager 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00
Utilities Business Systems Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Customer Service Supervisor 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Customer Service Representative III 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Customer Service Representative I/II 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00 Purchasing
Purchasing/Customer Service Manager 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.00 Purchasing Manager 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00
Warehouse Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Storekeeper 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Purchasing Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Information Systems
Information Services Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Information System Coordinator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Network Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

30.00 30.00 30.00 31.00
Community Services
Community Services Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Early Care & Education Program Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Early Care & Education Site Supervisor 3.70 3.70 3.70 3.70 Community Child Care Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Library Branch Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Recreation Services Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Recreation Services Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Recreation Services Coordinator 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00

15.70 15.70 15.70 15.70
Finance Department Totals: (Full Time Positions)
Community Services Totals: (Full Time Positions)
Human Resources Totals: (Full Time Positions)

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Original
Adopted
11-4-25
ACM
12-6-25
Utility
1-20-26
Finance
FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 TOTAL FUNDED FULL-TIME POSITIONS Development Services
Development Services Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Planning Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Office Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Planning/Building Technician 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Building Official 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Plans Examiner I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Building Inspector I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Business License/Collections Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Senior Planner 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Associate Planner 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant Planner 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

13.00 13.00 13.00 13.00
Police Department
Police Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Police Captain 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Executive Assistant to Police Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Information Technology Coordinator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Network Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Community Service Officer 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
Police Lieutenant 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Police Sergeant 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00
Police Corporal 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00
Police Officer/Trainee 38.00 38.00 38.00 38.00
Police Support Services Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Crime Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Animal Services Officer 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Lead Code Compliance Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Code Compliance Officer 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
Supervising Communication Dispatcher 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Police Dispatcher I/II 9.00 9.00 9.00 9.00
Senior Police Dispatchers 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Police Records Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Police Services Clerk I/II 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 Police Department Totals: (Full Time Positions) Development Services Totals: (Full Time Positions)

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Original
Adopted
11-4-25
ACM
12-6-25
Utility
1-20-26
Finance
FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 TOTAL FUNDED FULL-TIME POSITIONS Fire Department
Fire Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Deputy Fire Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Battalion Chief Fire Marshal 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Fire Battalion Chief 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Fire Captain 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00
Fire Engineer 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00
Firefighter Medic 18.00 18.00 18.00 18.00
Fire Safety Specialist I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Executive Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Office Specialist I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

51.00 51.00 51.00 51.00
Electric Utility Department
Electric Utility Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administration
Assistant Director of Utility Operations 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Utilities Planning Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Utilities Resource Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Analyst I/II 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Utilities Executive Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Office Specialist I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
Engineering
Electric Utilities System Designer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Electrical System Planning Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Joint Pole Coordinator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Engineering/GIS Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
GIS Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Electric Utility Inspector 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00
Environmental, Sustainability, & Conservation
Environment & Conservation Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Senior Energy Services Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Water Conservation Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Energy Services Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Office Specialist I/II 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00

6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00
Substation
Substation Superintendent 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Substation Operations Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Substation Electrician/Substation Apprentice/Sr. Substation Electrician 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 Senior Consumer Service Field Rep 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Consumer Service-Field Rep I/II 4.00 4.00 7.00 7.00

12.00 12.00 15.00 15.00
Fire Department Totals: (Full Time Positions)
Subtotals:

Subtotals:

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Original
Adopted
11-4-25
ACM
12-6-25
Utility
1-20-26
Finance
FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 TOTAL FUNDED FULL-TIME POSITIONS Transmission/Distribution
Electric Field Operations Foreman 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Line Crew Supervisor 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Service Crew Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Powerline Technician/Apprentice/Apprentice Trainee 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00

20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00

52.00 52.00 55.00 55.00
Public Works & Utility Services
Public Works & Utility Services Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Assistant Director of Public Works & Engineering 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Public Works - Operations
Public Works Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Maintenance Worker III 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Equipment Operator I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Maintenance Crew Leader 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Maintenance Worker I/II 21.00 21.00 21.00 21.00
Sr. Office Specialist (Autoshops) 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Lead Equipment Mechanic 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Equipment Mechanic 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Building Maintenance Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Building Maintenance Worker I/II 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Maintenance Electrician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

34.00 34.00 34.00 34.00
Administration
Utilities Executive Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Assistant 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
PW/W/WW Administrative Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00Utilities Financial Analyst 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Accountant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Analyst I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00
Engineering
Utilities Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Associate Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Engineering Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Engineering Technician I/II 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Public Works & Utility Inspector 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Capital Project Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00
Subtotals:

Electric Utility Department Totals: (Full Time Positions) Subtotals:

Subtotals:

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Original
Adopted
11-4-25
ACM
12-6-25
Utility
1-20-26
Finance
FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 FY 2026 TOTAL FUNDED FULL-TIME POSITIONS Water Utility
Water & Wastewater Operations Manager 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 Water Production Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Water Distribution Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Water Distribution Foreperson 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Water Production Operator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Water Production Operator III 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Water Production Operator I/II 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Senior Water Distribution Operator 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Water Distribution Operator I/II 10.00 10.00 8.00 8.00

21.50 21.50 19.50 19.50
Wastewater Utility
Water & Wastewater Operations Manager 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 Collection System Maintenance Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Senior Collection System Maintenance Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Collection System Maintenance Technician I/II 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 Wastewater Utilities Supervisor 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Senior Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I/II 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic I/II 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00

19.50 19.50 19.50 19.50

89.00 89.00 87.00 87.00 Public Works & Utility Services Department Totals: (Full-time) Subtotals:

Subtotals:

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Classification Title
Job Title Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E Account Technician I general 110 5/10/2025 24.1153 25.3210 26.5870 27.9164 29.3123 4,179.98 4,388.97 4,608.41 4,838.84 5,080.79 50,159.72 52,667.68 55,300.96 58,066.06 60,969.48 Account Technician II general 116 5/10/2025 28.9830 30.4321 31.9538 33.5515 35.2291 5,023.72 5,274.90 5,538.65 5,815.59 6,106.38 60,284.64 63,298.82 66,463.80 69,787.12 73,276.58 Accountant general 142 5/10/2025 34.7598 36.4978 38.3226 40.2388 42.2508 6,025.02 6,326.28 6,642.59 6,974.72 7,323.46 72,300.28 75,915.32 79,711.06 83,696.60 87,881.56 Administrative Analyst I midmngt 204 5/10/2025 36.4620 38.2851 40.1994 42.2094 44.3199 6,320.08 6,636.09 6,967.89 7,316.29 7,682.11 75,840.96 79,633.06 83,614.70 87,795.50 92,185.34 Administrative Analyst II midmngt 234 5/10/2025 43.1746 45.3334 47.6000 49.9800 52.4790 7,483.60 7,857.79 8,250.67 8,663.20 9,096.36 89,803.22 94,293.42 99,008.00 103,958.40 109,156.32 Administrative Assistant general 126 5/10/2025 26.2978 27.6126 28.9933 30.4429 31.9650 4,558.28 4,786.19 5,025.50 5,276.77 5,540.60 54,699.32 57,434.26 60,305.96 63,321.18 66,487.20 Animal Services Officer cpcea 506 5/10/2025 27.4758 28.8495 30.2920 31.8066 33.3970 4,762.46 5,000.58 5,250.61 5,513.15 5,788.81 57,149.56 60,006.96 63,007.36 66,157.78 69,465.76 Assistant City Manager executive 11/4/2025 146.8529 25,454.50 305,454.00 Assistant Director of Public Works & Engineering executive 838 9/17/2024 91.5534 96.1310 100.9375 105.9844 111.2836 15,869.25 16,662.71 17,495.83 18,370.63 19,289.16 190,431.02 199,952.48 209,950.00 220,447.50 231,469.94 Assistant Director of Utility Operations executive 841 9/17/2024 91.5534 96.1310 100.9375 105.9844 111.2836 15,869.25 16,662.71 17,495.83 18,370.63 19,289.16 190,431.02 199,952.48 209,950.00 220,447.50 231,469.94 Assistant Planner general 848 5/10/2025 35.2024 36.9625 38.8106 40.7511 42.7886 6,101.75 6,406.83 6,727.18 7,063.53 7,416.70 73,220.94 76,882.00 80,726.10 84,762.34 89,000.34 Assistant to the City Manager cnfdtl 801 9/17/2024 53.0248 55.6760 58.4598 61.3828 64.4519 9,190.96 9,650.51 10,133.02 10,639.68 11,171.66 110,291.48 115,806.08 121,596.28 127,676.12 134,059.90 Associate Engineer midmngt 263 5/10/2025 51.6776 54.2615 56.9746 59.8234 62.8145 8,957.46 9,405.33 9,875.60 10,369.39 10,887.85 107,489.46 112,863.92 118,507.22 124,432.62 130,654.16 Associate Planner midmngt 210 5/10/2025 41.2109 43.2714 45.4350 47.7068 50.0921 7,143.22 7,500.37 7,875.40 8,269.17 8,682.64 85,718.62 90,004.46 94,504.80 99,230.04 104,191.62 Battalion Chief Fire Marshal fire 310 10/11/2025 79.8035 83.7936 87.9833 92.3824 97.0015 13,832.61 14,524.23 15,250.43 16,012.95 16,813.59 165,991.28 174,290.74 183,005.16 192,155.34 201,763.12 Building Inspector I general 131 5/10/2025 31.4110 32.9815 34.6306 36.3621 38.1803 5,444.57 5,716.79 6,002.64 6,302.77 6,617.91 65,334.88 68,601.52 72,031.70 75,633.22 79,414.92 Building Inspector II general 179 5/10/2025 36.8276 38.6690 40.6025 42.6326 44.7643 6,383.46 6,702.63 7,037.77 7,389.66 7,759.14 76,601.46 80,431.52 84,453.20 88,675.86 93,109.64 Building Maintenance Supervisor midmngt 253 5/10/2025 40.4683 42.4916 44.6163 46.8471 49.1895 7,014.50 7,365.22 7,733.48 8,120.17 8,526.18 84,173.96 88,382.58 92,801.80 97,442.02 102,314.16 Building Official midmngt 093 5/10/2025 64.9501 68.1976 71.6075 75.1879 78.9473 11,258.02 11,820.92 12,411.97 13,032.57 13,684.19 135,096.26 141,851.06 148,943.60 156,390.78 164,210.28 Business Lic./Collections Ofcr. midmngt 206 5/10/2025 28.7046 30.1399 31.6469 33.2293 34.8908 4,975.47 5,224.25 5,485.46 5,759.74 6,047.73 59,705.62 62,690.94 65,825.50 69,116.84 72,572.76 Capital Project Manager midmngt 837 5/10/2025 50.7380 53.2749 55.9386 58.7355 61.6723 8,794.59 9,234.31 9,696.03 10,180.82 10,689.86 105,535.04 110,811.74 116,352.34 122,169.84 128,278.28 Chief Deputy City Clerk cnfdtl 278 9/17/2024 59.1048 62.0600 65.1630 68.4211 71.8421 10,244.82 10,757.07 11,294.92 11,859.66 12,452.64 122,937.88 129,084.80 135,539.04 142,315.94 149,431.62 City Clerk elected 12/21/2024 407.00 4,884.00
City Manager contract 812 8/5/2025 161.5384 28,000.00 336,000.00 City Treasurer elected 1/18/2025 407.00 4,884.00 Code Compliance Officer cpcea 138 5/10/2025 31.8033 33.3934 35.0630 36.8161 38.6569 5,512.56 5,788.19 6,077.59 6,381.46 6,700.53 66,150.76 69,458.22 72,931.04 76,577.54 80,406.30 Collection System Maintenance Supervisor midmngt 257 5/10/2025 47.3275 49.6939 52.1786 54.7875 57.5269 8,203.43 8,613.61 9,044.30 9,496.50 9,971.33 98,441.20 103,363.26 108,531.54 113,958.00 119,655.90 Collection System Maintenance Technician I ibew2 158 5/10/2025 26.4911 27.8156 29.2064 30.6668 32.2001 4,591.80 4,821.38 5,062.44 5,315.57 5,581.36 55,101.54 57,856.50 60,749.26 63,786.84 66,976.26 Collection System Maintenance Technician II ibew2 197 1/1/2024 29.0173 30.4683 31.9916 33.5913 35.2709 5,029.67 5,281.16 5,545.22 5,822.48 6,113.62 60,356.04 63,373.96 66,542.58 69,869.80 73,363.42 Community Child Care Admin. Asst. general 134 5/10/2025 26.2978 27.6126 28.9933 30.4429 31.9650 4,558.28 4,786.19 5,025.50 5,276.77 5,540.60 54,699.32 57,434.26 60,305.96 63,321.18 66,487.20 Community Service Officer cpcea 607 5/10/2025 27.4368 28.8086 30.2490 31.7615 33.3496 4,755.70 4,993.50 5,243.16 5,505.33 5,780.60 57,068.44 59,921.94 62,917.92 66,063.92 69,367.22 Community Services Director * executive 804 9/17/2024 126.7481 21,969.68 263,636.10 Consumer Service Field Rep. I ibew 971 1/1/2026 32.4813 34.1054 35.8106 37.6011 39.4811 5,630.08 5,911.60 6,207.18 6,517.53 6,843.40 67,561.00 70,939.18 74,486.10 78,210.34 82,120.74 Consumer Service Field Rep. II ibew 973 1/1/2026 37.3329 39.1995 41.1595 43.2175 45.3784 6,471.03 6,794.58 7,134.31 7,491.03 7,865.59 77,652.38 81,534.96 85,611.76 89,892.40 94,387.02 Crime Analyst cpcea 513 7/1/2024 38.4116 40.3323 42.3489 44.4664 46.6898 6,658.02 6,990.92 7,340.47 7,707.51 8,092.89 79,896.18 83,891.08 88,085.66 92,490.06 97,114.68 Customer Svc. Rep. I general 107 5/10/2025 21.5075 22.5829 23.7120 24.8976 26.1425 3,727.97 3,914.37 4,110.08 4,315.59 4,531.37 44,735.60 46,972.38 49,320.96 51,787.06 54,376.40 Customer Svc. Rep. II general 113 5/10/2025 23.2769 24.4408 25.6628 26.9459 28.2931 4,034.66 4,236.40 4,448.21 4,670.62 4,904.14 48,415.90 50,836.76 53,378.52 56,047.42 58,849.70 Customer Svc. Rep III general 411 5/10/2025 27.4560 28.8288 30.2703 31.7838 33.3730 4,759.04 4,996.98 5,246.84 5,509.18 5,784.65 57,108.48 59,963.80 62,962.12 66,110.20 69,415.84 Customer Service Manager midmngt 224 1/20/2026 61.5864 64.6658 67.8990 71.2940 74.8588 10,674.97 11,208.73 11,769.16 12,357.63 12,975.52 128,099.66 134,504.76 141,229.92 148,291.52 155,706.20 Customer Service Supervisor midmngt 452 5/10/2025 46.8039 49.1441 51.6014 54.1815 56.8906 8,112.67 8,518.32 8,944.24 9,391.46 9,861.04 97,352.06 102,219.78 107,330.86 112,697.52 118,332.50 Deputy Fire Chief executive 993 9/17/2024 91.5534 96.1310 100.9375 105.9844 111.2836 15,869.25 16,662.71 17,495.83 18,370.63 19,289.16 190,431.02 199,952.48 209,950.00 220,447.50 231,469.94 Development Services Director * executive 810 9/17/2024 126.7481 21,969.68 263,636.10 Early Care & Education Program Director midmngt 453 7/1/2024 48.4236 50.8448 53.3870 56.0564 58.8593 8,393.43 8,813.09 9,253.75 9,716.44 10,202.27 100,721.14 105,757.08 111,044.96 116,597.26 122,427.24 Early Care & Education Site Supervisor midmngt 260 5/10/2025 32.1985 33.8084 35.4988 37.2738 39.1375 5,581.07 5,860.12 6,153.12 6,460.78 6,783.83 66,972.88 70,321.42 73,837.40 77,529.40 81,406.00 Economic Development Manager midmngt 226 5/10/2025 58.9388 61.8858 64.9800 68.2290 71.6405 10,216.05 10,726.86 11,263.20 11,826.36 12,417.69 122,592.60 128,722.36 135,158.40 141,916.32 149,012.24 Economic Development Project Manager I midmngt 272 5/10/2025 38.8294 40.7709 42.8094 44.9499 47.1974 6,730.43 7,066.95 7,420.29 7,791.31 8,180.88 80,765.10 84,803.42 89,043.50 93,495.74 98,170.54 Economic Development Project Manager II midmngt 273 5/10/2025 46.3714 48.6900 51.1245 53.6808 56.3648 8,037.71 8,439.60 8,861.58 9,304.66 9,769.89 96,452.46 101,275.20 106,338.96 111,655.96 117,238.68 Electric Field Operations Foreman ibew 970 1/1/2026 79.6476 83.6300 87.8115 92.2021 96.8123 13,805.59 14,495.87 15,220.66 15,981.70 16,780.79 165,667.06 173,950.40 182,647.92 191,780.42 201,369.48 Electric Utility Director * executive 836 9/17/2024 126.7481 21,969.68 263,636.10 Electric Utility Inspector ibew 920 1/1/2026 44.3775 46.5964 48.9263 51.3726 53.9413 7,692.10 8,076.71 8,480.55 8,904.59 9,349.82 92,305.20 96,920.46 101,766.60 106,855.06 112,197.80 Electric Utility Systems Designer midmngt 250 8/5/2025 61.3068 64.3721 67.5908 70.9703 74.5188 10,626.50 11,157.84 11,715.73 12,301.51 12,916.58 127,518.04 133,894.02 140,588.76 147,618.12 154,999.00 Electrical Sys Engineer/GIS Project Manager midmngt 221 7/1/2024 44.9443 47.1915 49.5511 52.0286 54.6300 7,790.35 8,179.86 8,588.86 9,018.30 9,469.20 93,484.20 98,158.32 103,066.34 108,219.54 113,630.40 Electrical System Planning Engineer midmngt 449 9/17/2024 61.3068 64.3721 67.5908 70.9703 74.5188 10,626.50 11,157.84 11,715.73 12,301.51 12,916.58 127,518.04 133,894.02 140,588.76 147,618.12 154,999.00 Energy Services Specialist midmngt 231 5/10/2025 44.0060 46.2063 48.5166 50.9425 53.4896 7,627.71 8,009.08 8,409.55 8,830.03 9,271.54 91,532.48 96,109.00 100,914.58 105,960.40 111,258.42 Engineering Assistant midmngt 264 5/10/2025 40.1535 42.1611 44.2691 46.4826 48.8068 6,959.94 7,307.93 7,673.32 8,056.99 8,459.84 83,519.28 87,695.14 92,079.78 96,683.86 101,518.04 Engineering GIS Technician ibew 907 1/1/2026 42.5520 44.6796 46.9136 49.2593 51.7223 7,375.68 7,744.47 8,131.70 8,538.27 8,965.19 88,508.16 92,933.62 97,580.34 102,459.24 107,582.28 ANNUAL

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SALARY TABLE

MONTHLYHOURLY
Salary Group
FY 2025-26
Revised 1/20/26
Pay
Grade
Effective
Date

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Job Title Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E ANNUAL

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MONTHLYHOURLY
Salary Group
FY 2025-26
Revised 1/20/26
Pay
Grade
Effective
Date
Engineering Manager midmngt 207 7/1/2024 50.5895 53.1190 55.7750 58.5638 61.4920 8,768.85 9,207.29 9,667.67 10,151.05 10,658.61 105,226.17 110,487.52 116,012.00 121,812.60 127,903.36 Engineering Technician I general 125 5/10/2025 27.5843 28.9635 30.4116 31.9323 33.5289 4,781.27 5,020.34 5,271.35 5,534.92 5,811.67 57,375.24 60,244.08 63,256.18 66,419.08 69,740.06 Engineering Technician II general 156 5/10/2025 33.4645 35.1378 36.8946 38.7394 40.6764 5,800.51 6,090.54 6,395.07 6,714.83 7,050.57 69,606.16 73,086.52 76,740.82 80,577.90 84,606.86 Environmental and Conservation Supervisor midmngt 238 5/10/2025 58.3018 61.2169 64.2778 67.4916 70.8663 10,105.64 10,610.93 11,141.48 11,698.55 12,283.48 121,267.64 127,331.10 133,697.72 140,382.58 147,401.80 Equipment Mechanic general 129 5/10/2025 28.2994 29.7144 31.2001 32.7601 34.3981 4,905.23 5,150.49 5,408.02 5,678.42 5,962.34 58,862.70 61,805.90 64,896.26 68,141.06 71,548.10 Equipment Operator II general 124 5/10/2025 28.3424 29.7595 31.2475 32.8099 34.4504 4,912.68 5,158.31 5,416.23 5,687.05 5,971.40 58,952.14 61,899.76 64,994.80 68,244.54 71,656.78 Executive Assistant midmngt 268 5/10/2025 29.8191 31.3101 32.8756 34.5194 36.2454 5,168.65 5,427.09 5,698.44 5,983.36 6,282.53 62,023.78 65,125.06 68,381.30 71,800.30 75,390.38 Executive Assistant to City Manager cnfdtl 819 7/1/2024 37.2786 39.1425 41.0996 43.1546 45.3124 6,461.63 6,784.70 7,123.94 7,480.14 7,854.15 77,539.54 81,416.40 85,487.22 89,761.62 94,249.74 Executive Assistant to Police Chief midmngt 203 5/10/2025 33.2629 34.9260 36.6723 38.5059 40.4311 5,765.57 6,053.84 6,356.52 6,674.35 7,008.06 69,186.78 72,646.08 76,278.28 80,092.22 84,096.74 Finance Director * executive 807 9/17/2024 126.7481 21,969.68 263,636.10 Finance Manager cnfdtl 460 9/17/2024 61.5898 64.6693 67.9028 71.2979 74.8628 10,675.56 11,209.34 11,769.81 12,358.30 12,976.21 128,106.68 134,512.04 141,237.72 148,299.58 155,714.52 Fire Battalion Chief fire 309 10/11/2025 54.1715 56.8801 59.7241 62.7104 65.8459 13,145.62 13,802.90 14,493.05 15,217.71 15,978.60 157,747.46 165,634.82 173,916.60 182,612.56 191,743.24 Fire Captain fire 304 10/11/2025 41.7254 43.8117 46.0023 48.3024 50.7175 10,125.38 10,631.64 11,163.23 11,721.39 12,307.45 121,504.50 127,579.66 133,958.76 140,656.62 147,689.36 Fire Chief * executive 815 9/17/2024 126.7481 21,969.68 263,636.10 Fire Engineer fire 303 10/11/2025 35.8025 37.5926 39.4722 41.4458 43.5181 8,688.07 9,122.47 9,578.60 10,057.52 10,560.40 104,256.88 109,469.62 114,943.14 120,690.18 126,724.78 Fire Safety Specialist I general 157 5/10/2025 28.1670 29.5754 31.0541 32.6069 34.2373 4,882.28 5,126.40 5,382.72 5,651.86 5,934.46 58,587.36 61,516.78 64,592.58 67,822.30 71,213.48 Fire Safety Specialist II general 330 5/10/2025 32.9254 34.5716 36.3003 38.1153 40.0210 5,707.07 5,992.42 6,292.04 6,606.64 6,936.97 68,484.78 71,908.98 75,504.52 79,279.72 83,243.68 Firefighter Medic fire 308 10/11/2025 34.3942 36.1139 37.9196 39.8156 41.8064 8,346.33 8,763.65 9,201.83 9,661.93 10,145.03 100,155.90 105,163.76 110,422.00 115,943.10 121,740.32 GIS Specialist general 166 5/10/2025 33.2758 34.9395 36.6865 38.5209 40.4469 5,767.80 6,056.18 6,358.99 6,676.95 7,010.79 69,213.56 72,674.16 76,307.92 80,123.42 84,129.50 Human Resources Analyst cnfdtl 835 7/1/2024 38.4116 40.3323 42.3489 44.4664 46.6898 6,658.02 6,990.92 7,340.47 7,707.51 8,092.89 79,896.18 83,891.08 88,085.66 92,490.06 97,114.68 Human Resources & Risk Management Director * executive 994 9/17/2024 126.7481 21,969.68 263,636.10 Human Resources Specialist cnfdtl 149 9/17/2024 32.1511 33.7586 35.4465 37.2189 39.0799 5,572.86 5,851.50 6,144.06 6,451.27 6,773.85 66,874.34 70,217.94 73,728.72 77,415.26 81,286.14 Information Services Manager midmngt 245 5/10/2025 60.0326 63.0343 66.1860 69.4953 72.9700 10,405.66 10,925.94 11,472.24 12,045.84 12,648.13 124,867.86 131,111.24 137,666.88 144,550.12 151,777.60 Information Technology Coordinator midmngt 279 5/10/2025 44.1153 46.3210 48.6370 51.0689 53.6224 7,646.64 8,028.97 8,430.41 8,851.94 9,294.55 91,759.72 96,347.68 101,164.96 106,223.26 111,534.54 Joint Pole Coordinator ibew 969 1/1/2026 41.6605 43.7435 45.9306 48.2271 50.6385 7,221.15 7,582.21 7,961.31 8,359.37 8,777.34 86,653.84 90,986.48 95,535.70 100,312.42 105,328.08 Lead Code Compliance Officer cpcea 514 5/10/2025 36.3858 38.2050 40.1153 42.1210 44.2270 6,306.86 6,622.20 6,953.31 7,300.97 7,666.01 75,682.36 79,466.40 83,439.72 87,611.68 91,992.16 Lead Equipment Mechanic general 130 5/10/2025 34.4721 36.1958 38.0055 39.9058 41.9010 5,975.17 6,273.93 6,587.62 6,917.00 7,262.84 71,702.02 75,287.16 79,051.44 83,003.96 87,154.08 Library Manager midmngt 291 5/10/2025 50.1421 52.6493 55.2818 58.0459 60.9481 8,691.30 9,125.87 9,582.17 10,061.29 10,564.34 104,295.62 109,510.44 114,986.04 120,735.42 126,772.10 Line Crew Supervisor ibew 916 1/1/2026 72.3805 75.9995 79.7995 83.7895 87.9790 12,545.95 13,173.25 13,831.91 14,523.51 15,249.69 150,551.44 158,078.96 165,982.96 174,282.16 182,996.32 Maintenance Crew Leader general 178 5/10/2025 29.5183 30.9941 32.5439 34.1711 35.8796 5,116.50 5,372.32 5,640.94 5,923.00 6,219.14 61,397.96 64,467.78 67,691.26 71,075.94 74,629.62 Maintenance Electrician ibew 908 1/1/2026 40.9214 42.9675 45.1159 47.3716 49.7403 7,093.04 7,447.70 7,820.09 8,211.08 8,621.64 85,116.46 89,372.40 93,841.02 98,532.98 103,459.72 Maintenance Worker I general 111 5/10/2025 24.2506 25.4631 26.7363 28.0731 29.4768 4,203.44 4,413.61 4,634.28 4,866.01 5,109.30 50,441.30 52,963.30 55,611.40 58,392.10 61,311.64 Maintenance Worker I, Building general 117 5/10/2025 26.0589 27.3619 28.7300 30.1665 31.6749 4,516.87 4,742.73 4,979.87 5,228.86 5,490.31 54,202.46 56,912.70 59,758.40 62,746.32 65,883.74 Maintenance Worker II general 115 5/10/2025 25.4674 26.7408 28.0778 29.4816 30.9558 4,414.35 4,635.06 4,866.81 5,110.15 5,365.66 52,972.14 55,620.76 58,401.72 61,321.78 64,387.96 Maintenance Worker II, Building general 118 5/10/2025 27.3571 28.7250 30.1613 31.6694 33.2529 4,741.90 4,979.00 5,227.95 5,489.36 5,763.83 56,902.82 59,748.00 62,735.40 65,872.30 69,165.98 Maintenance Worker III general 153 5/10/2025 28.0800 29.4840 30.9583 32.5061 34.1314 4,867.20 5,110.56 5,366.10 5,634.40 5,916.11 58,406.40 61,326.72 64,393.16 67,612.74 70,993.26 Maintenance Worker III, Building general 132 5/10/2025 30.4214 31.9425 33.5396 35.2166 36.9775 5,273.04 5,536.70 5,813.54 6,104.22 6,409.43 63,276.46 66,440.40 69,762.42 73,250.58 76,913.20 Network Technician general 168 5/10/2025 32.4106 34.0311 35.7326 37.5193 39.3953 5,617.84 5,898.73 6,193.66 6,503.34 6,828.51 67,414.10 70,784.74 74,323.86 78,040.04 81,942.12 Office Specialist I general 186 5/10/2025 20.5731 21.6018 22.6819 23.8160 25.0068 3,566.01 3,744.30 3,931.53 4,128.11 4,334.50 42,792.10 44,931.64 47,178.30 49,537.28 52,014.04 Office Specialist II general 106 5/10/2025 21.8304 22.9219 24.0680 25.2714 26.5350 3,783.93 3,973.13 4,171.79 4,380.37 4,599.40 45,407.18 47,677.50 50,061.44 52,564.46 55,192.80 Payroll Analyst cnfdtl 839 7/1/2024 38.4116 40.3323 42.3489 44.4664 46.6898 6,658.02 6,990.92 7,340.47 7,707.51 8,092.89 79,896.18 83,891.08 88,085.66 92,490.06 97,114.68 Payroll Technician I general 121 7/1/2024 24.9237 26.1699 27.4784 28.8523 30.2949 4,320.11 4,536.11 4,762.92 5,001.06 5,251.11 51,841.31 54,433.34 57,155.02 60,012.68 63,013.34 Payroll Technician II general 170 5/10/2025 31.2935 32.8581 34.5010 36.2260 38.0373 5,424.21 5,695.41 5,980.17 6,279.17 6,593.12 65,090.48 68,344.90 71,762.08 75,350.08 79,117.48 Planning Manager midmngt 262 5/10/2025 59.7926 62.7823 65.9214 69.2175 72.6784 10,364.06 10,882.26 11,426.37 11,997.70 12,597.59 124,368.66 130,587.08 137,116.46 143,972.40 151,171.02 Planning/Building Technician general 193 5/10/2025 30.0495 31.5520 33.1296 34.7861 36.5254 5,208.58 5,469.01 5,742.47 6,029.60 6,331.07 62,502.96 65,628.16 68,909.62 72,355.14 75,972.78 Plans Examiner I general 840 5/10/2025 35.9488 37.7463 39.6336 41.6153 43.6960 6,231.12 6,542.68 6,869.83 7,213.31 7,573.97 74,773.40 78,512.20 82,437.94 86,559.72 90,887.68 Plans Examiner II general 342 5/10/2025 39.2178 41.1786 43.2375 45.3994 47.6694 6,797.74 7,137.63 7,494.50 7,869.23 8,262.69 81,572.92 85,651.54 89,934.00 94,430.70 99,152.30 Police Captain cpma 402 11/22/2025 85.9425 90.2396 94.7516 99.4893 104.4638 14,896.70 15,641.54 16,423.62 17,244.80 18,107.05 178,760.40 187,698.42 197,083.38 206,937.64 217,284.60 Police Chief * executive 808 9/17/2024 126.7481 21,969.68 263,636.10 Police Corporal police 510 11/22/2025 49.2805 51.7445 54.3318 57.0484 59.9008 8,541.95 8,969.05 9,417.50 9,888.39 10,382.80 102,503.44 107,628.56 113,010.04 118,660.62 124,593.56 Police Dispatcher I dispatch 603 7/20/2024 27.4813 28.8554 30.2981 31.8130 33.4036 4,763.42 5,001.60 5,251.68 5,514.25 5,789.96 57,161.00 60,019.18 63,020.10 66,171.04 69,479.54 Police Dispatcher II dispatch 605 7/20/2024 29.4456 30.9179 32.4638 34.0870 35.7914 5,103.91 5,359.10 5,627.05 5,908.41 6,203.84 61,246.90 64,309.18 67,524.60 70,900.96 74,446.06 Police Lieutenant cpma 401 11/22/2025 73.0184 76.6693 80.5028 84.5279 88.7543 12,656.52 13,289.34 13,953.81 14,651.50 15,384.07 151,878.22 159,472.04 167,445.72 175,817.98 184,608.84 Police Officer police 508 11/22/2025 43.7628 45.9509 48.2484 50.6608 53.1938 7,585.54 7,964.82 8,363.05 8,781.20 9,220.25 91,026.52 95,577.82 100,356.62 105,374.36 110,643.00 Police Officer Trainee police2 507 11/22/2025 32.1445 33.7518 35.4394 37.2114 39.0720 5,571.71 5,850.30 6,142.83 6,449.97 6,772.48 66,860.56 70,203.64 73,713.90 77,399.66 81,269.76 Police Records Supervisor midmngt 610 5/10/2025 33.0786 34.7325 36.4691 38.2926 40.2073 5,733.63 6,020.30 6,321.32 6,637.39 6,969.26 68,803.54 72,243.60 75,855.78 79,648.66 83,631.08 Police Sergeant police 511 11/22/2025 59.5534 62.5310 65.6575 68.9404 72.3874 10,322.59 10,838.71 11,380.63 11,949.67 12,547.15 123,871.02 130,064.48 136,567.60 143,395.98 150,565.74 Police Services Clerk I cpcea 601 5/10/2025 21.8699 22.9634 24.1115 25.3171 26.5830 3,790.78 3,980.32 4,179.33 4,388.30 4,607.72 45,489.34 47,763.82 50,151.92 52,659.62 55,292.64 Police Services Clerk II cpcea 602 5/10/2025 24.9189 26.1649 27.4731 28.8468 30.2891 4,319.27 4,535.25 4,762.01 5,000.10 5,250.12 51,831.26 54,422.94 57,144.10 60,001.24 63,001.38 Police Support Services Manager midmngt 512 8/5/2025 61.5864 64.6658 67.8990 71.2940 74.8588 10,674.97 11,208.73 11,769.16 12,357.63 12,975.52 128,099.66 134,504.76 141,229.92 148,291.52 155,706.20 Power Line Helper ibew 905 1/1/2026 34.4860 36.2103 38.0208 39.9218 41.9179 5,977.57 6,276.44 6,590.26 6,919.77 7,265.77 71,730.88 75,317.32 79,083.16 83,037.24 87,189.18 Power Line Technician ibew 918 1/1/2026 62.9355 66.0823 69.3864 72.8558 76.4985 10,908.82 11,454.26 12,026.97 12,628.33 13,259.74 130,905.84 137,451.08 144,323.66 151,539.96 159,116.88

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Classification Title
Job Title Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E Step A Step B Step C Step D Step E ANNUAL

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SALARY TABLE

MONTHLYHOURLY
Salary Group
FY 2025-26
Revised 1/20/26
Pay
Grade
Effective
Date
Power Line Technician Apprentice ibew 909 1/1/2026 53.5065 56.1819 58.9910 61.9405 65.0375 9,274.46 9,738.19 10,225.11 10,736.35 11,273.17 111,293.52 116,858.30 122,701.28 128,836.24 135,278.00 Public Works & Utilities Director * executive 842 9/17/2024 126.7481 21,969.68 263,636.10 Public Works & Utility Inspector ibew2 995 5/10/2025 36.4296 38.2511 40.1636 42.1718 44.2804 6,314.47 6,630.20 6,961.70 7,309.77 7,675.27 75,773.62 79,562.34 83,540.34 87,717.24 92,103.18 Public Works & Water/Wastewater Admin Manager midmngt 200 5/10/2025 61.1784 64.2373 67.4491 70.8216 74.6133 10,604.25 11,134.46 11,691.18 12,275.75 12,932.96 127,251.02 133,613.48 140,294.18 147,308.98 155,195.56 Public Works Director * executive 806 9/17/2024 126.7481 21,969.68 263,636.10 Public Works Equipment Operator II general 124 7/1/2024 23.8975 25.0924 26.3470 27.6644 29.0476 4,142.24 4,349.35 4,566.81 4,795.16 5,034.92 49,706.88 52,192.14 54,801.76 57,541.90 60,419.06 Public Works Supervisor midmngt 451 5/10/2025 43.4706 45.6441 47.9264 50.3228 52.8389 7,534.91 7,911.65 8,307.24 8,722.61 9,158.74 90,418.90 94,939.78 99,686.86 104,671.32 109,904.86 Purchasing Manager midmngt 224 1/20/2026 61.5864 64.6658 67.8990 71.2940 74.8588 10,674.97 11,208.73 11,769.16 12,357.63 12,975.52 128,099.66 134,504.76 141,229.92 148,291.52 155,706.20 Purchasing Technician general 410 5/10/2025 25.7289 27.0154 28.3661 29.7844 31.2736 4,459.67 4,682.67 4,916.80 5,162.63 5,420.76 53,516.06 56,191.98 59,001.54 61,951.50 65,049.14 Recreation Services Coordinator general 123 7/1/2024 25.5640 26.8423 28.1844 29.5936 31.0733 4,431.09 4,652.66 4,885.29 5,129.56 5,386.03 53,173.12 55,831.88 58,623.50 61,554.74 64,632.36 Recreation Services Manager midmngt 239 5/10/2025 51.4246 53.9959 56.6956 59.5304 62.5069 8,913.60 9,359.29 9,827.24 10,318.60 10,834.53 106,963.22 112,311.42 117,926.90 123,823.18 130,014.30 Recreation Services Supervisor midmngt 454 5/10/2025 34.9676 36.7160 38.5518 40.4794 42.5034 6,061.06 6,364.11 6,682.30 7,016.43 7,367.25 72,732.66 76,369.28 80,187.64 84,197.10 88,407.02 Senior Accountant midmngt 233 5/10/2025 40.3696 42.3881 44.5075 46.7329 49.0695 6,997.40 7,347.28 7,714.63 8,100.37 8,505.38 83,968.82 88,167.30 92,575.60 97,204.38 102,064.56 Senior Collection System Maintenance Technician ibew2 198 1/1/2024 30.4681 31.9915 33.5911 35.2706 37.0341 5,281.14 5,545.19 5,822.46 6,113.58 6,419.25 63,373.74 66,542.32 69,869.54 73,362.90 77,030.98 Senior Consumer Service Field Rep ibew 906 1/1/2026 41.0699 43.1234 45.2795 47.5435 49.9206 7,118.78 7,474.72 7,848.45 8,240.87 8,652.91 85,425.34 89,696.62 94,181.36 98,890.48 103,834.90 Senior Electric Utility Inspector ibew 982 1/1/2026 52.3861 55.0054 57.7556 60.6434 63.6755 9,080.26 9,534.27 10,010.98 10,511.52 11,037.09 108,963.14 114,411.18 120,131.70 126,138.22 132,445.04 Senior Energy Services Specialist midmngt 992 5/10/2025 48.4771 50.9010 53.4460 56.1183 58.9241 8,402.70 8,822.84 9,263.97 9,727.16 10,213.52 100,832.42 105,874.08 111,167.68 116,725.96 122,562.18 Senior Finance Analyst cnfdtl 461 7/1/2024 49.0238 51.4750 54.0488 56.7513 59.5889 8,497.45 8,922.33 9,368.45 9,836.88 10,328.74 101,969.40 107,068.00 112,421.40 118,042.60 123,944.86 Senior Human Resources Analyst cnfdtl 846 7/1/2024 49.0238 51.4750 54.0488 56.7513 59.5889 8,497.45 8,922.33 9,368.45 9,836.88 10,328.74 101,969.40 107,068.00 112,421.40 118,042.60 123,944.86 Senior Information System Coordinator midmngt 284 5/10/2025 50.7313 53.2679 55.9313 58.7279 61.6643 8,793.42 9,233.10 9,694.75 10,179.50 10,688.47 105,521.00 110,797.18 116,337.00 122,153.98 128,261.64 Senior Office Specialist general 120 5/10/2025 23.6978 24.8826 26.1268 27.4331 28.8048 4,107.61 4,312.99 4,528.64 4,755.08 4,992.82 49,291.32 51,755.86 54,343.64 57,060.90 59,913.88 Senior Planner midmngt 228 5/10/2025 49.6411 52.1231 54.7293 57.4658 60.3390 8,604.46 9,034.68 9,486.40 9,960.73 10,458.76 103,253.54 108,416.10 113,836.84 119,528.76 125,505.12 Senior Police Dispatcher dispatch 606 7/20/2024 33.5899 35.2694 37.0329 38.8845 40.8288 5,822.25 6,113.36 6,419.03 6,739.98 7,076.98 69,866.94 73,360.30 77,028.38 80,879.76 84,923.80 Senior Risk Management Analyst cnfdtl 847 7/1/2024 49.0238 51.4750 54.0488 56.7513 59.5889 8,497.45 8,922.33 9,368.45 9,836.88 10,328.74 101,969.40 107,068.00 112,421.40 118,042.60 123,944.86 Senior Substation Electrician ibew 978 1/1/2026 61.5361 64.6129 67.8435 71.2356 74.7974 10,666.26 11,199.57 11,759.54 12,347.51 12,964.88 127,995.14 134,394.78 141,114.48 148,170.10 155,578.54 Senior Utilities Financial Analyst midmngt 213 7/1/2024 46.6321 48.9638 51.4120 53.9826 56.6818 8,082.90 8,487.05 8,911.41 9,356.99 9,824.84 96,994.82 101,844.60 106,936.96 112,283.86 117,898.04 Senior Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator ibew2 161 1/1/2024 39.0973 41.0521 43.1048 45.2600 47.5230 6,776.86 7,115.70 7,471.49 7,845.07 8,237.32 81,322.37 85,388.42 89,657.88 94,140.80 98,847.84 Senior Water Conservation Specialist general 993 7/1/2024 36.6845 38.5188 40.4448 42.4670 44.5904 6,358.65 6,676.58 7,010.42 7,360.95 7,729.00 76,303.78 80,119.00 84,125.08 88,331.36 92,747.98 Senior Water Distribution Operator ibew2 137 5/10/2025 38.1130 40.0186 42.0195 44.1205 46.3265 6,606.25 6,936.56 7,283.38 7,647.55 8,029.93 79,275.04 83,238.74 87,400.56 91,770.64 96,359.12 Senior Water Production Operator ibew2 899 5/10/2025 42.7239 44.8601 47.1031 49.4583 51.9311 7,405.47 7,775.76 8,164.54 8,572.76 9,001.40 88,865.66 93,309.06 97,974.50 102,873.16 108,016.74 Service Crew Supervisor ibew 915 1/1/2026 69.2321 72.6938 76.3285 80.1449 84.1521 12,000.24 12,600.25 13,230.27 13,891.78 14,586.37 144,002.82 151,203.00 158,763.28 166,701.34 175,036.42 Storekeeper general 147 5/10/2025 24.9068 26.1521 27.4598 28.8328 30.2744 4,317.17 4,533.04 4,759.69 4,997.68 5,247.56 51,806.04 54,396.42 57,116.28 59,972.12 62,970.70 Substation Electrician ibew 977 1/1/2026 55.9393 58.7363 61.6731 64.7568 67.9946 9,696.14 10,180.95 10,690.01 11,224.50 11,785.74 116,353.64 122,171.40 128,280.10 134,694.04 141,428.82 Substation Electrician Apprentice ibew 976 1/1/2026 50.0084 52.5088 55.1343 57.8910 60.7855 8,668.12 9,101.52 9,556.60 10,034.44 10,536.15 104,017.42 109,218.20 114,679.24 120,413.28 126,433.84 Substation Operations Supervisor ibew 979 1/1/2026 68.1259 71.5321 75.1088 78.8643 82.8075 11,808.49 12,398.90 13,018.85 13,669.80 14,353.30 141,701.82 148,786.82 156,226.20 164,037.64 172,239.60 Substation Superintendent midmngt 225 5/10/2025 68.6689 72.1024 75.7075 79.4929 83.4675 11,902.61 12,497.75 13,122.63 13,778.77 14,467.70 142,831.26 149,972.94 157,471.60 165,345.18 173,612.40 Supervising Communication Dispatcher dispatch 608 7/20/2024 40.3150 42.3308 44.4473 46.6696 49.0031 6,987.93 7,337.33 7,704.19 8,089.40 8,493.88 83,855.20 88,047.96 92,450.28 97,072.82 101,926.50 Transmission/Distr. Superintendent midmngt 217 7/1/2024 63.5059 66.6811 70.0151 73.5159 77.1916 11,007.69 11,558.06 12,135.96 12,742.75 13,379.88 132,092.24 138,696.74 145,631.46 152,913.02 160,558.58 Utilities Business Systems Analyst midmngt 205 5/10/2025 49.3196 51.7856 54.3749 57.0936 59.9483 8,548.74 8,976.18 9,424.98 9,896.23 10,391.03 102,584.82 107,714.10 113,099.74 118,754.74 124,692.36 Utilities Engineer midmngt 297 5/10/2025 57.2646 60.1279 63.1343 66.2910 69.6055 9,925.87 10,422.17 10,943.27 11,490.44 12,064.95 119,110.42 125,065.98 131,319.24 137,885.28 144,779.44 Utilities Executive Assistant midmngt 998 5/10/2025 29.8191 31.3101 32.8756 34.5194 36.2454 5,168.65 5,427.09 5,698.44 5,983.36 6,282.53 62,023.78 65,125.06 68,381.30 71,800.30 75,390.38 Utilities Planning Manager midmngt 450 5/10/2025 74.7956 78.5354 82.4621 86.5853 90.9145 12,964.58 13,612.80 14,293.44 15,008.11 15,758.51 155,574.90 163,353.58 171,521.22 180,097.32 189,102.16 Utilities Plans Examiner midmngt 236 7/1/2024 32.1406 33.7476 35.4350 37.2068 39.0671 5,571.04 5,849.59 6,142.07 6,449.17 6,771.64 66,852.47 70,195.06 73,704.80 77,390.04 81,259.62 Utility Resource Analyst midmngt 497 5/10/2025 54.9151 57.6609 60.5439 63.5711 66.7496 9,518.62 9,994.55 10,494.27 11,019.00 11,569.94 114,223.46 119,934.62 125,931.26 132,227.94 138,839.22 Warehouse Supervisor midmngt 275 5/10/2025 34.6403 36.3723 38.1909 40.1004 42.1054 6,004.31 6,304.52 6,619.75 6,950.73 7,298.27 72,051.72 75,654.28 79,437.02 83,408.78 87,579.18 Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic I ibew2 155 5/10/2025 29.1213 30.5774 32.1063 33.7116 35.3973 5,047.68 5,300.08 5,565.08 5,843.35 6,135.52 60,572.20 63,600.94 66,781.00 70,120.18 73,626.28 Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic II ibew2 159 1/1/2024 34.1733 35.8819 37.6760 39.5598 41.5378 5,923.37 6,219.53 6,530.51 6,857.02 7,199.88 71,080.41 74,634.30 78,366.08 82,284.28 86,398.52 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I ibew2 133 1/1/2024 29.5787 31.0576 32.6105 34.2410 35.9530 5,126.98 5,383.32 5,652.49 5,935.11 6,231.85 61,523.80 64,599.86 67,829.84 71,221.28 74,782.24 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II ibew2 184 1/1/2024 34.0072 35.7075 37.4929 39.3675 41.3359 5,894.58 6,189.30 6,498.77 6,823.70 7,164.89 70,734.96 74,271.60 77,985.18 81,884.40 85,978.62 Wastewater Utilities Supervisor midmngt 255 5/10/2025 49.5151 51.9909 54.5904 57.3199 60.1859 8,582.62 9,011.75 9,462.33 9,935.45 10,432.22 102,991.46 108,141.02 113,547.98 119,225.34 125,186.62 Water & Wastewater Operations Manager midmngt 299 5/10/2025 69.7529 73.2405 76.9025 80.7476 84.7850 12,090.50 12,695.02 13,329.77 13,996.26 14,696.07 145,085.98 152,340.24 159,957.20 167,955.06 176,352.80 Water Conservation Specialist general 189 7/1/2024 33.2608 34.9239 36.6701 38.5036 40.4288 5,765.20 6,053.47 6,356.16 6,673.96 7,007.65 69,182.44 72,641.66 76,273.86 80,087.54 84,091.80 Water Distribution Foreperson ibew2 898 5/10/2025 40.1831 42.1923 44.3019 46.5170 48.8429 6,965.08 7,313.32 7,678.99 8,062.95 8,466.10 83,580.90 87,759.88 92,147.90 96,755.36 101,593.18 Water Distribution Operator I ibew2 100 5/10/2025 28.7791 30.2181 31.7290 33.3155 34.9813 4,988.38 5,237.81 5,499.69 5,774.69 6,063.42 59,860.58 62,853.70 65,996.32 69,296.24 72,761.00 Water Distribution Operator II ibew2 146 5/10/2025 32.7728 34.4114 36.1320 37.9386 39.8355 5,680.61 5,964.64 6,262.88 6,576.03 6,904.82 68,167.32 71,575.66 75,154.56 78,912.34 82,857.84 Water Distribution Operator III ibew2 181 1/1/2024 33.6582 35.3411 37.1081 38.9635 40.9116 5,834.08 6,125.80 6,432.08 6,753.67 7,091.35 70,008.98 73,509.54 77,184.90 81,044.08 85,096.18 Water Distribution Supervisor midmngt 448 5/10/2025 50.4313 52.9529 55.6005 58.3805 61.2995 8,741.42 9,178.50 9,637.42 10,119.29 10,625.25 104,897.00 110,141.98 115,649.04 121,431.44 127,502.96 Water Production Supervisor midmngt 447 5/10/2025 50.5016 53.0268 55.6781 58.4620 61.3851 8,753.62 9,191.30 9,650.88 10,133.41 10,640.09 105,043.38 110,295.64 115,810.50 121,600.96 127,681.06 Water Production Operator I ibew2 895 5/10/2025 31.7365 33.3234 34.9895 36.7390 38.5760 5,500.99 5,776.05 6,064.85 6,368.09 6,686.51 66,011.92 69,312.62 72,778.16 76,417.12 80,238.08 Water Production Operator II ibew2 896 5/10/2025 35.0410 36.7930 38.6326 40.5643 42.5925 6,073.77 6,377.45 6,696.32 7,031.14 7,382.70 72,885.28 76,529.44 80,355.86 84,373.64 88,592.40 Water Production Operator III ibew2 897 5/10/2025 41.1269 43.1833 45.3424 47.6095 49.9900 7,128.66 7,485.10 7,859.35 8,252.31 8,664.93 85,543.90 89,821.16 94,312.14 99,027.76 103,979.20 * Executive unit members on contract with maximum allowable salary amounts listed in Step E The City of Colton salary schedule may be updated intermittently to include salary revisions contractually provisioned by Council-approved MOUs

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Item: 5.

Staff Report

Meeting Date: January 20, 2026
To: City Council
From: Bill Smith, City Manager
Prepared By: Charles Berry, Electric Utility Director
Item Name: Contract Amendment - Enterprise Fleet Management - Approve Amendment to the Enterprise Fleet Management Program to Include the Electric Department.

Recommended Action:

1. Approve the Amendment to the Enterprise Fleet Management Program for the Electric Department to participate in the vehicle lease program.

2. Approve the purchase of four (4) vehicles for the Electric Department for an amount not-to- exceed $269,086.44, inclusive of applicable taxes, one-time charges and recurring fees, in accordance with Colton Municipal Code 3.08.140 (C).

3. Approve a recurring Administrative Fee of $48.94 per month per vehicle for a total not to exceed $2,936.40 for a period of 5 years for each vehicle.

4. Exempt City Staff from Colton Municipal Code 3.08.150 (A) in accordance with the terms of the Enterprise Master Lease Agreement for fully depreciated vehicles.

5. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contract agreements and amendments.

Background:

On September 16, 2025, the City Council approved the First Amendment to the Enterprise Fleet Management Program, authorizing the Public Works and Utility Services Department to proceed with purchasing necessary fleet vehicles. This amendment builds upon the City’s original agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management established in FY 2024, which introduced a structured and strategic approach to fleet replacement. Since the amendment’s approval, the Electric Department has identified the need to replace a vehicle with an all-electric Chevy Silverado all-wheel drive crew cab, a purchase already authorized under the First Amendment.

This purchase also aligns with the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) requirements, which mandate a phased transition to zero-emission or near-zero- emission vehicles for public fleets by 2030. By proceeding with these vehicle acquisitions, the City will not only ensure compliance with State regulations but also proactively modernize its

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fleet in support of long-term sustainability and emission-reduction goals.

Issues/Analysis:

In the First Amendment, staff evaluated purchasing options versus leasing and determined that an upfront purchase of vehicles through the Enterprise program remains the most cost-effective approach, while still maintaining the program’s long-term operational benefits. A cost comparison with similar contracts through Sourcewell found that Enterprise pricing is, on average, 5–7% lower, even after accounting for administrative fees.

While there is an initial upfront cost, staff confirmed the program is designed to reduce long- term expenses through improved maintenance management, higher resale values, and decreased emergency repairs. This approach provides greater fiscal predictability and stability for future years. As previously noted in the First Amendment staff report, the City’s Auto Shop will continue to maintain all vehicles, both those included in and outside the Enterprise program, as well as all heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.

Electric Department vehicles purchased through the Enterprise program will be removed from service once they have reached the end of their useful life, declared surplus, and sold by Enterprise whenever feasible. Proceeds from these sales will be reinvested into the fleet program to offset future leasing and maintenance costs.

Because Enterprise can often resell vehicles at values exceeding $10,000, Electric Department staff are requesting a waiver from Colton Municipal Code Section 3.08.150, which requires City Council authorization for surplus sales above that threshold. Approval of this waiver would allow Enterprise to manage the resale process directly in accordance with the terms of the lease agreement, providing a more efficient and streamlined process for vehicle disposition.

The relevant portion of the Colton Municipal Code is as follows:

“The Purchasing Officer shall have authority to sell as surplus all supplies, materials, and equipment...after authorization from the City Council as to any items of an estimated value of ten thousand dollars or more.” Additionally, Section 3.08.140(C) of the City’s Purchasing Ordinance states that competitive bidding is not required when a public agency has already conducted a formal bid process and the offered pricing is equal to or better than the price extended to that agency.

The City of Colton is an active participant in the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program (Account #71800). Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc. is a pre-approved Sourcewell vendor under Contract #030122-EFM, which allows the City to take advantage of competitively bid pricing and a streamlined procurement process that remains in full compliance with state and municipal purchasing requirements.

Fiscal Impacts:

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Sufficient appropriations are available in the FY 2025–26 adopted budget in the following Electric Utility Fund Capital Auto Equipment accounts to support this purchase: 520-8000-8003- 4910-0101-000 and account 520-8000-8004-4910-0101-000 for the $269,086.44 purchase.

Alternatives:

1.Provide alternative direction to staff.

Attachments:

1. 2026 Chevy Silverado WT 5WT all wheel drive crew cab 5.75

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Prepared For: City of Colton Date 12/18/2025
sutorus, Jessica AE/AM ZRJ/KA0
Unit #
Year 2026 Make Chevrolet Model Silverado EV
Series Work Truck w/5WT All-Wheel Drive Crew Cab 5.75 ft. box 145.7 in. WB Vehicle Order Type Ordered Term 60 State CA Customer# 481152 $ 57,176.10 Capitalized Price of Vehicle 1
$0.00 * Sales Tax 0.0000% State CA
$ 924.79 * Initial License Fee
$ 0.00 Registration Fee
$ 360.00 Other: (See Page 2)
$ 57,535.10 * Capitalized Price Reduction
$ 0.00 Gain Applied From Prior Unit
$ 0.00 * Security Deposit
$5,865.58 * Taxes
All language and acknowledgments contained in the signed quote apply to all vehicles that are ordered under this signed quote.

Order Information
Driver Name
Exterior Color (0 P) Summit White
Interior Color Black w/Evotex Seat Trim
Lic. Plate Type Exempt
GVWR 0
$ 1.00 Total Capitalized Amount (Delivered Price)
$ 0.01 Depreciation Reserve @ 1.3500%
$ 44.99 Monthly Lease Charge (Based on Interest Rate - Subject to a Floor) 2 $ 45.00 Total Monthly Rental Excluding Additional Services Additional Fleet Management
Master Policy Enrollment Fees
$ 0.00 Commercial Automobile Liability Enrollment
Liability Limit $0.00
$ 0.00 Physical Damage Management Comp/Coll Deductible 0 / 0 $ 0.00 Full Maintenance Program 3 Contract Miles 0 OverMileage Charge $ 0.0650 Per Mile Incl: # Brake Sets (1 set = 1 Axle) 0 # Tires 0 Loaner Vehicle Not Included $ 0.00 Additional Services SubTotal
$ 3.94 Tax 8.7500% State CA
$ 48.94 Total Monthly Rental Including Additional Services $ 0.40 Reduced Book Value at 60 Months
$ 400.00 Service Charge Due at Lease Termination
Quote based on estimated annual mileage of 10,000
(Current market and vehicle conditions may also affect value of vehicle) (Quote is Subject to Customer's Credit Approval)
Notes
Enterprise FM Trust will be the owner of the vehicle covered by this Quote. Enterprise FM Trust (not Enterprise Fleet Management) will be the Lessor of such vehicle under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement and shall have all rights and obligations of the Lessor under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement with respect to such vehicle.

Lessee must maintain insurance coverage on the vehicle as set forth in Section 11 of the Master Open-End (Equity) Lease Agreement until the vehicle is sold.

ALL TAX AND LICENSE FEES TO BE BILLED TO LESSEE AS THEY OCCUR.

Lessee hereby authorizes this vehicle order, and agrees to lease the vehicle on the terms set forth herein and in the Master Equity Lease Agreement. In the event Lessee fails or refuses to accept delivery of the ordered vehicle, Lessee agrees that Lessor shall have the right to collect damages, including, but not limited to, a $500 disposal fee, interest incurred, and loss of value.

LESSEE City of Colton

BY TITLE DATE
* INDICATES ITEMS TO BE BILLED ON DELIVERY.
1 Capitalized price of vehicle may be adjusted to reflect final manufacturer's invoice, plus a pre delivery interest charge. Lessee hereby assigns to Lessor any manufacturer rebates and/or manufacturer incentives intended for the Lessee, which rebates and/or incentives have been used by Lessor to reduce the capitalized price of the vehicle. 2 Monthly lease charge will be adjusted to reflect the interest rate on the delivery date (subject to a floor). 3 The inclusion herein of references to maintenance fees/services are solely for the administrative convenience of Lessee. Notwithstanding the inclusion of such references in this [Invoice/Schedule/Quote], all such maintenance services are to be performed by Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., and all such maintenance fees are payable by Lessee solely for the account of Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., pursuant to that certain separate [Maintenance Agreement] entered into by and between Lessee and Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.; provided that such maintenance fees are being billed by Enterprise FM Trust, and are payable at the direction of Enterprise FM Trust, solely as an authorized agent for collection on behalf of Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.

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Other Totals
Description (B)illed or (C)apped Price
Initial Administration Fee C $ 60.00
Courtesy Delivery Fee C $ 300.00
Total Other Charges Billed $ 0.00
Total Other Charges Capitalized $ 360.00
Other Charges Total $ 360.00
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VEHICLE INFORMATION:
2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Work Truck w/5WT All-Wheel Drive Crew Cab 5.75 ft. box 145.7 in. WB - US Series ID: CT35843
Pricing Summary:

INVOICE MSRP
Base Vehicle $64,015.4 $66,200.00
Total Options $565.70 $585.00
Destination Charge $2,095.00 $2,095.00
Total Price
SELECTED COLOR:

Exterior: GAZ-(0 P) Summit White
Interior: H9F-Black w/Evotex Seat Trim
SELECTED OPTIONS:

CODE DESCRIPTION INVOICE MSRP
5WT Preferred Equipment Group 5WT NC NC
A2V 6-Way Manual Driver Seat Adjuster Included Included A7E Front Passenger 4-Way Manual Seat Adjuster Included Included AR9 Front Bucket Seats STD STD
C5F GVWR: 9,990 lbs (4,531 Kg) STD STD
CGN Black Chevytec Spray-on Bedliner $527.02 $545.00
EN0 Engine: None STD STD
ETI Extended Range Battery Pack Included Included
FE2 4-Wheel Independent Suspension STD STD
GAZ_01 (0 P) Summit White NC NC
H9F_03 Black w/Evotex Seat Trim NC NC
MF1 Transmission: None STD STD
PAINT Monotone Paint Application STD STD
QWJ Tires: LT265/70R18 All-Season Blackwall STD STD
RIP Wheels: 18" X 8.5" High Gloss Black Painted Alum STD STD STDAX Axle Ratio: 11.63 STD STD
STDTM Evotex Seat Trim STD STD
U2K SiriusXM w/360L Trial Subscription Included Included UQF 6-Speaker Audio System Feature Included Included
URW Radio: 17.7" Diagonal Advanced Color LCD Display STD STD VK3 Front License Plate Bracket Mounting Package $38.68 $40.00 $66,676.10 $68,880.00
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CONFIGURED FEATURES:

Body Exterior Features:

Number Of Doors  4
Rear Cargo Door Type:  Multi-Flex Tailgate tailgate
Driver And Passenger Mirror:  power remote heated manual folding side-view door mirrors Side Steps:  yes
Door Handles:  body-coloured
Front And Rear Bumpers:  black front and rear bumpers with black rub strip Rear Step Bumper:  rear step bumper
Front License Plate Bracket:  front license plate bracket Bed Liner:  bed liner
Box Style:  regular
Body Material:  galvanized steel/aluminum body material :  trailering with brake controller
Fender Flares:  black fender flares
Grille:  black grille
Convenience Features:

Air Conditioning  automatic dual-zone front air conditioning Air Filter:  air filter
Console Ducts:  console ducts
Cruise Control:  cruise control with steering wheel controls, Adaptive Cruise Control adaptive Power Windows:  power windows with front and rear 1-touch down Remote Keyless Entry:  yes remote keyless entry
Integrated Key Remote:  integrated key/remote
Auto Locking:  auto-locking doors
Passive Entry:  Keyless Open and Power On proximity key Window FOB Controls:  remote window controls
Steering Wheel:  steering wheel with manual tilting, manual telescoping Day-Night Rearview Mirror:  day-night rearview mirror
Emergency SOS:  OnStar emergency communication system
Navigation System:  navigation system with voice activation Front Cupholder:  front and rear cupholders
Floor Console:  full floor console with covered box
Overhead Console:  mini overhead console
Glove Box:  locking glove box
Driver Door Bin:  driver and passenger door bins
Seatback Storage Pockets:  1 seatback storage pockets
IP Storage:  bin instrument-panel storage
Driver Footrest:  driver's footrest
Retained Accessory Power:  retained accessory power
Power Accessory Outlet:  2 12V DC power outlets
AC Power Outlet:  2 interior 120V AC power outlet
Entertainment Features:
radio  with seek-scan
Radio Data System:  radio data system
Voice Activated Radio:  voice activated radio
Steering Wheel Radio Controls:  steering-wheel mounted audio controls Speakers:  6 speakers
Internet Access:  Wi-Fi Hotspot capable internet access TV Tuner:  OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation turn-by-turn navigation directions 1st Row LCD:  2 1st row LCD monitor
Wireless Connectivity:  wireless phone connectivity
Antenna:  fixed antenna
Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation Features:

Headlamp Type delay-off reflector LED low/high beam headlamps Auto-Dimming Headlights: IntelliBeam auto high-beam headlights Front Wipers: variable intermittent wipers
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Rear Window Defroster:  rear window defroster
Tinted Windows:  deep-tinted windows
Dome Light:  dome light with fade
Front Reading Lights:  front and rear reading lights
Variable IP Lighting:  variable instrument panel lighting Display Type:  digital/analog appearance
Exterior Temp:  outside-temperature display
Low Tire Pressure Warning:  tire specific low-tire-pressure warning Park Distance Control:  Front and Rear Park Assist front and rear parking sensors Trip Computer:  trip computer
Trip Odometer:  trip odometer
Lane Departure Warning:  lane departure
Blind Spot Sensor:  blind spot
Front Pedestrian Braking:  front pedestrian detection
Following Distance Indicator:  following distance alert Forward Collision Alert:  forward collision
Clock:  digital clock
Systems Monitor:  driver information centre
Check Control:  redundant digital speedometer
Rear Vision Camera:  rear vision camera
Lights On Warning:  lights-on warning
Low Washer Fluid Warning:  low-washer-fluid warning
Door Ajar Warning:  door-ajar warning
Brake Fluid Warning:  brake-fluid warning
Turn Signal On Warning:  turn-signal-on warning
Brake Pad Wear:  brake pad wear
Safety And Security:

ABS  four-wheel ABS brakes
Number of ABS Channels:  4 ABS channels
Brake Assistance:  brake assist
Brake Type:  DuraLife four-wheel disc brakes
Vented Disc Brakes:  front and rear ventilated disc brakes Daytime Running Lights:  daytime running lights
Spare Tire Type:  full-size spare tire
Spare Tire Mount:  underbody mounted spare tire w/crankdown Driver Front Impact Airbag:  driver and passenger front-impact airbags Driver Side Airbag:  seat-mounted driver and passenger side-impact airbags Overhead Airbag:  curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbag Occupancy Sensor:  front passenger airbag occupancy sensor Height Adjustable Seatbelts:  height adjustable front seatbelts Seatbelt Pretensioners:  front seatbelt pre-tensioners
3Point Rear Centre Seatbelt:  3 point rear centre seatbelt Side Impact Bars:  side-impact bars
Perimeter Under Vehicle Lights:  remote activated perimeter/approach lights Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Type:  manual tailgate/rear door lock Rear Child Safety Locks:  rear child safety locks
Ignition Disable:  immobilizer
Panic Alarm:  panic alarm
Tracker System:  tracker system
Electronic Stability:  StabiliTrak w/Proactive Roll Avoidance electronic stability stability control with anti-rollover Traction Control:  ABS and driveline traction control
Front and Rear Headrests:  manual adjustable front head restraints Rear Headrest Control:  3 rear head restraints
Seats And Trim:

Seating Capacity  max. seating capacity of 5
Front Bucket Seats:  front bucket seats
Number of Driver Seat Adjustments:  6-way driver and passenger seat adjustments Reclining Driver Seat:  manual reclining driver and passenger seats Driver Height Adjustment:  manual height-adjustable driver and passenger seats Printed On 12/18/2025 06:29:45 PM Page 5 of 6

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Driver Fore/Aft:  manual driver and passenger fore/aft adjustment Front Centre Armrest Storage:  front centre armrest with storage Rear Seat Type:  rear 60-40 split-bench seat
Rear Folding Position:  rear seat fold-up cushion
Leather Upholstery:  Evotex leatherette front and rear seat upholstery Door Trim Insert:  vinyl door panel trim
Headliner Material:  full cloth headliner
Floor Covering:  full vinyl/rubber floor covering
Cabback Insulator:  cabback insulator
Shift Knob Trim:  urethane shift knob
Interior Accents:  metal-look interior accents
Cargo Tie Downs:  cargo tie-downs
Cargo Light:  cargo light
Standard Engine:

Engine 510-hp, (electric)
Standard Transmission:

Transmission 1-speed automatic
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Item: 6.

Staff Report

Meeting Date: January 20, 2026
To: City Council
From: Bill Smith, City Manager
Prepared By: Chad Blais, PW & Utility Services Director Item Name: Contract Amendment - Minagar & Associates - Authorize 1st Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Minagar & Associates, Inc., for Traffic Consulting Services.

Recommended Action:

1. Authorize an increase in compensation to the current Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Minagar & Associates, Inc. for Traffic Consulting Services by $20,000.00, for a total contract amount not-to-exceed $70,000.00 for FY 25/26.

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the First (1st) Amendment to the PSA with Minagar & Associates for Traffic Consulting Services for FY 25/26.

Background:

The Public Works and Utility Services Department – Engineering Division has a need for Traffic Engineering Services. The services required include the following: intersection analysis, traffic count data, trip generation studies, policy area compliance, traffic modeling, traffic design plan checks and signal warrant analysis. These services are needed to assess traffic safety concerns, project management, and project development.

In the Fiscal Year 2024/2025, staff completed a Request for Proposal (RFP) process as required by Colton Municipal Code, Section 3.08.070 (b). The City received proposals from five (5) potential Traffic Engineering consultants. The proposals were analyzed based upon firm qualifications, key personnel, and cost competitiveness. While all prospective consultants provided competitive proposals, Minagar & Associates outranked the other firms in all evaluation categories. On August 27, 2024, the City awarded a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) in the amount of $50,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. On December 03, 2024, the City Council awarded an amendment to the original PSA in the amount of $8,500.00 for a total of $58.500.00 for increased Traffic Engineering services.

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Issues/Analysis:

On October 27, 2025, the City awarded a Professional Services Contract to Minagar and Associates in the amount of $50,000.00 for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. Due to an increase in Traffic Engineering services, like in previous years, Staff recommends an increase to the original PSA in the amount of $20,000.00 for a combined total of $70,000.00 for the remaining FY 2025/2026; however, Colton Municipal Code Section 3.08.070 requires the City Council to take action to increase the PSA amount above $50,000.00.

The increase in traffic engineering services includes traffic reviews for a traffic control plans, including a planned and approved 17-day temporary street closure by the EV Greenlane project, review of multiple required City compliance reports, including the Colton Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (SS4A), multiple requests by the Traffic Safety Committee, including the review of a West Bound Right-turn Only (WB RTO) lane for ‘C’ St. at 9th St., review of “Keep Clear” and “Do Not Block” traffic stripping and signage at Rancho Ave. and Valley Blvd., review of the potential for a two-way stop sign (eastbound/westbound) along ‘F’ St. at 13th St., review of a Stop sign for S. Meadow Ln. at E. Old Ranch Rd., review of a Traffic Signal Warrant Assessment (TSWA) for Fairway Dr. at Sperry Dr., review of striping a crosswalk across 2nd St., south of Valley Blvd. for school pedestrian commuting, review of proposed restricted parking on the north side of ‘E’ St., between 3rd St. and the easterly alley, review of multiple requests by the Planning Division of Development Services Department, including review of the Housing Element Update (HEU) Rezone, Colton Hub City Centre Specific Plan Amendment, and AB98 legislation. Traffic Engineering reviews include completed, ongoing, and upcoming development projects including The Door Church, Monte Vista Homes on Rancho Ave. & Georgia St., a revised two-tenant commercial site at 1089 N. Rancho Ave., Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Medical Office & Hotel on Pepper Ave., Bus Charter School on ‘F’ and ‘G’ St.’s, expansion of CR England, redevelopment of 2398 E. Steel Rd., and the entitlement of a Live/Work development at 2651 S. La Cadena Dr.

Minagar and Associates, Inc. experience includes a diverse range of professional traffic engineering services including municipal traffic engineering, traffic signal design, engineering studies and surveys, traffic counts, traffic modeling and traffic impact analysis studies, and construction management/inspection services. It has provided over twenty years of professional traffic engineering services to several municipalities.

Staff recommends the City Council authorize the First Amendment to the current PSA with Minagar & Associates, Inc. for Traffic Consulting Services to increase compensation by $20,000.00, for a total contract amount not-to-exceed $70,000.00 for FY 25/26 to meet the increased influx of traffic reviews from development, traffic control reviews, and regulatory compliance report reviews, the Traffic Safety Committee requests, and Planning Division requests.

Fiscal Impacts:

Sufficient appropriations for the First Amendment to the traffic engineering PSA for Minagar & Associates are available in the adopted FY2025-26 budget in Gas Tax Fund Streets Professional Services Account Number 210-6150-6160-2350-0000-000.

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Alternatives:

1. Provide alternative direction to staff.

Attachments:

1. Exhibit A - 1st Amendment to PSA

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1 FIRST AMENDMENT TO

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

BETWEEN THE CITY OF COLTON
AND
MINIGAR AND ASSOCIATES, INC.

1. PARTIES AND DATE.

This First (1st) Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement (“First Amendment”) is made and entered into this 20th day of January, 2026 by and between the City of Colton (“City”) and Minagar & Associates, Inc., (“Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to as “Party” and collectively as “Parties” in this First Amendment.

2. RECITALS.

2.1 Agreement. City and Consultant entered into that certain Professional Services Agreement dated July 01, 2025 (“Agreement”), whereby Consultant agreed to provide professional plan check services for various development projects (“Services”).

2.2 Amendment Purpose. City and Consultant desire to amend the Agreement for the First time to increase compensation by $20,000.00 for the continued review of intersection analysis, traffic counts, trip generation studies, policy area compliance, traffic modeling, traffic design plan checks and signal warrant analysis, including traffic control plan reviews.

2.3 Amendment Authority. This First Amendment is authorized pursuant to Section

3.6.1.3 of the Agreement.

3. TERMS.

3.1 Scope of Services and Term. Compensation. Section 3.1.1 of the Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:

3.1.1 Compensation. Consultant shall receive compensation, including authorized reimbursements, for all Services rendered under this Agreement at the rates set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The total compensation shall not exceed Seventy Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($70,000.00) without written approval of the City Council. Extra Work may be authorized, as described below, and if authorized, will be compensated at the rates and manner set forth in this Agreement.

3.2 Continuing Effect of Agreement. Except as amended by this First Amendment, all provisions of the Agreement shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect. From and

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2 after the date of this First Amendment, whenever the term “Agreement” appears in the Agreement, it shall mean the Agreement as amended by this First Amendment.

3.3 Adequate Consideration. The Parties hereto irrevocably stipulate and agree that they have each received adequate and independent consideration for the performance of the obligations they have undertaken pursuant to this First Amendment.

3.4 Severability. If any portion of this First Amendment is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

3.5 Counterparts. This First Amendment may be executed in duplicate originals, each of which is deemed to be an original, but when taken together shall constitute but one and the same instrument.

[SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]

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3 SIGNATURE PAGE FOR FIRST AMENDMENT TO

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

BETWEEN THE CITY OF COLTON
AND MINAGAR & ASSOCIATES, INC.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have entered into this First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement as of the 20th day of January, 2026.

CITY OF COLTON

By: ___________________________ Attest: ___________________________ William R. Smith Isaac T. Suchil
City Manager City Clerk

MINAGAR & ASSOCIATES, INC.,
A California Corporation

By: ___________________________
Signature

Fred Minagar
Name (Print)

President
Title (Print)

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4 EXHIBIT “A” – FIRST AMENDMENT

SCOPE OF SERVICES

The scope of work for the Traffic Engineering Consulting Services for City of Colton Public Works and Utility Services – Engineering Division required includes: intersection analysis, traffic count data, trip generation studies, policy area compliance, traffic modeling, traffic signal design and plan checks, traffic control plan check, signal warrant analysis, and technical resource for City’s Traffic Committee and other traffic related studies. These services are needed to assist City staff on traffic safety concerns/issues on various City projects and private development.

The consultant shall be advisor to the City’s Engineering Traffic Safety Committee. This requires the consultant to attend City’s Traffic Safety Committee meetings held once a month.

In the capacity of a traffic engineer, the consultant shall make recommendations to the Traffic Safety Committee and City Engineer regarding traffic related issues under discussion.

Consultant shall also review traffic impact studies for private and public projects, and prepare warrant studies and analysis as needed.

Consultant promises and agrees to furnish to the City all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental and customary work necessary to fully and adequately supply the professional municipal traffic engineering consulting services necessary for the Project ("Services"). All Services shall be subject to, and performed in accordance with, this Agreement, the exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.

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5 EXHIBIT “B” – FIRST AMENDMENT

SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

The contract shall be valid from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026

1. Requested traffic plan check reviews are at an as-needed basis and are not guaranteed.

They are at the discretion of the City.

2. Standard plan check, scoping agreement, and traffic impact report (TIA) review turn- around times are within two (2) weeks from the date emailed of such requested services.

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6 EXHIBIT “C – FIRST AMENDMENT”

TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT = $70,000.00

(SEVENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO CENTS)

In the event that this Agreement is renewed pursuant to Section 3.1.2, the rates set forth above may be increased or reduced each year at the time of renewal, but any increase shall not exceed the Consumer Price Index, All Urban Consumers, Los Angeles-Riverside-Orange Counties.

FY 2025/2026 Schedule of Rates
Exclusive for City of Colton
On-Call Traffic Engineering Contract

Effective date of hour rate Classification Hourly Billing Rate From To
1 Project Director/
Principal-In-Charge
$150.18 07/01/2025 06/30/2026
2 Project Manager $136.16 07/01/2025 06/30/2026
3 Field Manager/
Construction Manager
$140.35 07/01/2025 06/30/2026
4 City Traffic Engineer $150.18 07/01/2025 06/30/2026
5 Principal
Designer/Engineer/Planner
$132.13 07/01/2025 06/30/2026
6 Senior Designer/Engineer/Planner $116.39 07/01/2025 06/30/2026 7 Project Engineer/Planner $115.80 07/01/2025 06/30/2026 8 Engineering Assistant $47.18 07/01/2025 06/30/2026
9 Planning Assistant $41.78 07/01/2025 06/30/2026

NOTES:

1. Mileage is based on the IRS Mileage Rate of $0.70 after July 1, 2025.

2. The Annual Escalation Rate Shall be per CIP for Southern California

3. The Hourly Rates for Court Depositions & Expert Witnessing, City Council is based on Approved Rates for Caltrans, Los Angeles County Metro & FHWA Rate of $230.77/Hour with a minimum of 4 Hours per Day and a maximum of 8 Hours per day.

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Item: 7.

Staff Report

Meeting Date: January 20, 2026
To: City Council
From: Bill Smith, City Manager
Prepared By: Heidi Duron, Director
Item Name: Contract Award - Eco Tierra Consultants - Approve Contract with EcoTierra Consultants for Environmental Services and Associated Reimbursement Agreement with Applicant Charles Siroonian (DAP24-0019).

Recommended Action:

Staff recommends that the City Council take the following action:

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with EcoTierra Consultants for the amount of $64,260.00 to provide environmental services on behalf of Ecology Auto Parts for Conditional Use Permit, Variance, and Architectural and Site Plan Review (DAP24-0019), as per the terms of the PSA, including exhibits attached thereto; and

2. Approve Reimbursement Agreement with Charles Siroonian, President of Ecology Auto Parts to fund environmental consulting and associated legal services as needed, for processing entitlements for DAP24-0019.

Background:

On April 6, 2024, the City received planning applications for two properties owned by the same property owner. The request is to allow a truck and trailer repair facility and transloading of materials from rail to trucks, subject to Conditional Use Permit, Variance, and Architectural & Site Plan Review and site improvements within the M-2 (Heavy Industrial) Zone, DAP24-0019 (APNs: 0163-041-48 and 49).

As the lead agency for carrying out and approving the proposed project, the City of Colton is responsible for causing the environmental document to be prepared (CEQA Guidelines, Section 15367). Because the City is the public agency having jurisdiction by law over the project, the environmental document becomes the City’s document to comply with CEQA. Staff, the environmental consultant from City Council Pre-Approved List of Environmental Consultants, and the applicant have agreed to the scope of this proposal for the amount of $64,260.00. (Attachment 1)

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Issues/Analysis:

Staff is recommending that one of the City’s pre-qualified environmental consultants, EcoTierra Consultants, be selected to continue preparation of the Initial Study which will determine whether type of environmental document for the Project. All technical analyses associated with the Initial Study will be prepared directly by the consultant and sub-consultants (Traffic/VMT).

The consultant’s services will be overseen directly by staff to ensure that content, quality, and timeframe commitments are met.

Staff is also requesting approval of a corresponding Reimbursement Agreement with the applicant to ensure applicant funding of all consultant services, including legal and staff services associated with the project.

The total cost for the environmental services to prepare the Initial Study is $64,260.00. Pursuant to the attached reimbursement agreement, the applicant is required to submit the funding required prior to initiation of the contract for services. (Attachment 2)

Fiscal Impacts:

The full amount of the $64,260.00 cost of environmental consultant services will be funded by the applicant through deposit into General Fund Revenue Account Number 100-6799-000.

Sufficient appropriations are available for the contract in the adopted FY2025-26 budget in General Fund Planning Developer Professional Services Account Number 100-6300-6301-2357- 0000-000.

Alternatives:

1. Provide alternative direction to staff.

Attachments:

1. Attachment 1_PSA_EcoTierra_DAP24-0019

2. Attachment 2 - REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT_DAP24-0019

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(BB&K 2018)
23152.06000\30453088.2 Exhibit “C”-1

CITY OF COLTON

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

1. PARTIES AND DATE.

This Agreement is made and entered into this 16 day of September, 2025, by and between the City of Colton, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of California, with its principal place of business at 650 North La Cadena Drive, Colton, California 92324 ("City") and EcoTierra Consulting, with its principal place of business at 5776 -D Lindero Canyon Road #414, Westlake Village, CA 91362 ("Consultant"). City and Consultant are sometimes individually referred to herein as "Party" and collectively as "Parties."

2. RECITALS.

2.1 Consultant.

Consultant desires to perform and assume responsibility for the provision of certain professional consulting services required by the City on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. Consultant represents that it is experienced in providing Environmental Document Preparation services to public clients, is licensed in the State of California, and is familiar with the plans of City.

2.2 Project.

City desires to engage Consultant to render such environmental consulting services experienced and planning support to assist City staff with processing Conditional Use Permit, Architectural and Site Plan Review, Variance and Environmental Documents ("Project") DAP24-0019 for a truck and trailer storage use & transloading of materials from railcars to trucks and site improvements as set forth in this Agreement.

3. TERMS.

3.1 Scope of Services and Term.

3.1.1 General Scope of Services. Consultant promises and agrees to furnish to the City all the labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental and customary work necessary to fully and adequately supply the professional contract planning and analyst consulting services necessary for the Project ("Services"). The Services are more particularly described in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. All Services shall be subject to, and performed in accordance with, this Agre ement, the exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations.

3.1.2 Term. The term of this Agreement shall be from January 20, 2026 to June 20, 2027, unless earlier terminated as provided herein. The City shall have the unilateral option, at its sole discretion, to renew this Agreement automatically for no more than six months.

Consultant shall complete the Services within the term of this Agreement, and shall meet any other established schedules and deadlines. The Parties may, by mutual, written consent, extend the term of this Agreement if necessary to complete the Services.

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3.2 Fees and Payments.

3.2.1 Compensation. Consultant shall receive compensation, including authorized reimbursements, for all Services rendered under this Agreement at the rates set forth in Exhibit "C" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The total compensation shall not exceed Sixty-Four Thousand, Two-Hundred and Sixty Dollars ($64,260.00) without written approval of the City Council or City Manager as applicable. Extra Work may be authorized, as described below, and if authorized, will be compensated at the rates and manner set forth in this Agreement.

3.2.2 Payment of Compensation . Consultant shall submit to City a monthly invoice which indicates work completed and hours of Services rendered by Consultant. The invoice shall describe the amount of Services provided since the initial commencement date, or since the start of the subsequent billing periods, as appropriate, through the date of the invoice.

City shall, within 30 days of receiving such invoice, review the invoice and pay all non -disputed and approved charges thereon. If the City disputes any of Co nsultant's fees, the City shall give written notice to Consultant within thirty (30) days of receipt of an invoice of any disputed fees set forth therein.

3.2.3 Reimbursement for Expenses. Consultant shall not be reimbursed for any expenses unless authorized in writing by City or included in S"C" of this Agreement.

3.2.4 Extra Work . At any time during the term of this Agreement, City may request that Consultant perform Extra Work. As used herein, "Extra Work" means any work which is determined by City to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which the Parties did not reasonably anticipate would be necessary at the execution of this Agreement.

Consultant shall not perform, nor be compensated for, Extra Work without written authorization from the City.

Rate Increases. In the event that this Agreement is renewed pursuant to Section 3.1.2, the rate set forth in Exhibit “C” may be adjusted each year at the time of renewal as set forth in Exhibit “C.”

3.3 Responsibilities of Consultant.

3.3.1 Independent Contractor; Control and Payment of Subordinates . The Services shall be performed by Consultant or under its supervision. Consultant will determine the means, methods and details of performing the Services subject to the requirements of this Agreement. City retains Consultant on an independent contractor basis and not as an employee.

Consultant retains the right to perform similar or different services for others during the term of this Agreement. Any additional personnel performing the Services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant shall also not be employees of City and shall at all times be under Consultant's exclusive direction and control. Neither City, nor any of its officials, officers, directors, employees or agents shall have c ontrol over the conduct of Consultant or any of Consultant's officers, employees, or agents, except as set forth in this Agreement. Consultant shall pay all wages, salaries, and other amounts due such personnel in connection with their performance of Services under this Agreement and as required by law. Consultant shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting such additional personnel, including, but not limited to: social security taxes, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, dis ability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance.

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3.3.2 Schedule of Services. Consultant shall perform the Services expeditiously, within the term of this Agreement, and in accordance with the Schedule of Services set forth in Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. Consultant represents that it has the p rofessional and technical personnel required to perform the Services in conformance with such conditions. In order to facilitate Consultant's conformance with the Schedule, City shall respond to Consultant's submittals in a timely manne r. Upon request of City, Consultant shall provide a more detailed schedule of anticipated performance to meet the Schedule of Services.

3.3.3 Conformance to Applicable Requirements. All work prepared by Consultant shall be subject to the approval of City.

3.3.4 Substitution of Key Personnel . Consultant has represented to City that certain key personnel will perform and coordinate the Services under this Agreement. Should one or more of such personnel become unavailable, Consultant may substitute other personnel of at least equal competence upon written approval of City. In the event that City and Consultant cannot agree as to the substitution of key personnel, City shall be entitled to terminate this Agreement for cause. As discussed below, any personnel who fa il or refuse to perform the Services in a manner acceptable to the City, or who are determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project or a threat to the safety of persons or property, shal l be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant at the request of the City. The key personnel for performance of this Agreement are as follows: Curtis Zacuto, Principal.

3.3.5 City's Representative. The City hereby designates Heidi Duron, Director, or his/her designee, to act as its representative in all matters pertaining to the administration and performance of this Agreement ("City's Representative"). City's Representative shall have the power to act on behalf of the City for review and approval of all products submitted by Consultant but not the authority to enlarge the Scope of Work or change the total compensation due to Consultant under this Agreement. The City Manager shall be authorized to act on City's behalf and to execute all necessary do cuments which enlarge the Scope of Work or change the Consultant's total compensation subject to the provisions contained in Section 3. 2 of this Agreement. Consultant shall not accept direction or orders from any person other than the City Manager, City's Representative or his/her designee.

3.3.6 Consultant's Representative . Consultant hereby designates Michelle E.

Furlong, Operations Manager, or his/her designee, to act as its representative for the performance of this Agreement ("Consultant's Representative"). Consultant's Representative shall have full authority to represent and act on behalf of the Consultant for all purposes under this Agreement.

The Consultant's Representative shall supervise and direct the Services, using his/her best skill and attention, and shall be responsible for all mean s, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures and for the satisfactory coordination of all portions of the Services under this Agreement.

3.3.7 Coordination of Services. Consultant agrees to work closely with City staff in the performance of Services and shall be available to City's staff, consultants and other staff at all reasonable times.

3.3.8 Standard of Care; Performance of Employees. Consultant shall perform all Services under this Agreement in a skillful and competent manner, consistent with the standards generally recognized as being employed by professionals in the same discipline in the State of California. Consultant represents and maintains that it is skilled in the professional calling

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necessary to perform the Services. Consultant warrants that all employees and subconsultants shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services assigned to them. Finally, Consultant represents that it, its employees and subconsultants have all licenses, permits, qualifications and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the Services, and that such licenses and approvals shall be maintained throughout the term of this Agreement.

As provided for in the indemnificatio n provisions of this Agreement, Consultant shall perform, at its own cost and expense and without reimbursement from the City, any services necessary to correct errors or omissions which are caused by the Consultant's failure to comply with the standard of care provided for herein. Any employee of the Consultant or its sub-consultants who is determined by the City to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Project, a threat to the safety of persons or property, or any employee who fails or refuses to perform the Services in a manner acceptable to the City, shall be promptly removed from the Project by the Consultant and shall not be re -employed to perform any of the Services or to work on the Project.

3.3.9 Period of Performance. Consultant shall perform and complete all Services under this Agreement within the term set forth in Section 3.1.2 above (“Performance Time”).

Consultant shall also perform the Services in strict accordance with any completion schedule or Project milestones described in Exhibits “A” or “B” attached hereto, or which may be separately agreed upon in writing by the City and Consultant (“Performance Milestones”). Consultant agrees that if the Services are not completed within the aforeme ntioned Performance Time and/or pursuant to any such Project Milestones developed pursuant to provisions of this Agreement, it is understood, acknowledged and agreed that the City will suffer damage.

3.3.10 Laws and Regulations ; Employee/Labor Certification . Consultant shall keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations in any manner affecting the performance of the Project or the Services, including all Cal/OSHA requirements, and shall give all notices required by law. Consultant shall be liable for all violations of such laws and regulations in connection with Services. If Consultant performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, rul es and regulations, Consultant shall be solely responsible for all costs arising therefrom. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold City, its officials, directors, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers free and harmless, pursuant to the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with such laws, rules or regulations.

3.3.10.1 Employment Eligibility; Consultant . By executing this Agreement, Consultant verifies that it fully complies with all requirements and restrictions of state and federal law respecting the employment of undocumented aliens, including, but not limited to, the Immigration Reform and Control Ac t of 1986, as may be amended from time to time. Such requirements and restrictions include, but are not limited to, examination and retention of documentation confirming the identity and immigration status of each employee of the Consultant.

Consultant also verifies that it has not committed a violation of any such law within the five (5) years immediately preceding the date of execution of this Agreement, and shall not violate any such law at any time during the term of the Agreement. Consultant shall avoid any violation of any such law during the term of this Agreement by participating in an electronic verification of work authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security, by participating in an equivalent federal work authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security to verify information of newly hired employees, or by some other legally acceptable method. Consultant shall maintain records of each such verification, and shall make them available to the City or its representatives for inspection and copy at any time during normal business hours. The City shall not be responsible for any costs or expenses related

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to Consultant’s compliance with the requirements provided for in Section 3.3.10 or any of its sub- sections.

3.3.10.2 Employment Eligibility; Subcontractors, Consultants, Sub - subcontractors and Subconsultants . To the same extent and under the same conditions as Consultant, Consultant shall require all of its subcontractors, consultants, sub-subcontractors and subconsultants performing any work relating to the Project or this Agreement to make the same verifications and comply with all requirements and restrictions provided for in Section 3.3.10.1.

3.3.10.3 Employment Eligibility; Failure to Comply . Each person executing this Agreement on behalf of Consultant verifies that they are a duly authorized officer of Consultant, and understands that any of the following shall be grounds for the City to terminate the Agreement for cause: (1) failure of Consultant or its subcontractors, consultants, sub - subcontractors or subconsultants to meet any of the requirements provided for in Sections

3.3.10.1 or 3.3.10.2; (2) any misrepresentation or material omission concerning compliance with such requirements (including in those verifications provided to the Consultant under Section

3.3.10.2); or (3) failure to immediately remove from the Project any person found not to be in compliance with such requirements.

3.3.10.4 Equal Opportunity Employment. Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and it shall not discriminate against any subconsultant, employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, national origin, handicap, ancestry, sex or age. Such non -discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination. Consultant shall also comply with all relevant provisions of City's Minority Business Enterprise program, Affirmative Action Plan or other related programs or guidelines currently in effect or hereinafter enacted.

3.3.10.5 Air Quality . To the extent applicable, Consultant must fully comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations in furnishing or using equipment and/or providing services, including, but not limited to, emissions limits and permitting requirements imposed by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and/or California Air Resources Board (CARB). Although the SCAQMD and CARB limits and requirements are more broad, Consultant shall specifically be aware of their application to "portable equ ipment", which definition is considered by SCAQMD and CARB to include any item of equipment with a fuel - powered engine. Consultant shall indemnify City against any fines or penalties imposed by SCAQMD, CARB, or any other governmental or regulatory agency for violations of applicable laws, rules and/or regulations by Consultant, its sub-consultants, or others for whom Consultant is responsible under its indemnity obligations provided for in this Agreement.

3.3.10.6 Safety. Consultant shall execute and maintain its work so as to avoid injury or damage to any person or property. In carrying out its Services, the Consultant shall at all times be in compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and shall exercise all necessary precautions for the safety of employees appropriate to the nature of the work and the conditions under which the work is to be performed. Safety precautions, where applicable, shall include, but shall not be limited to: (A) adequate life protection and lifesaving equipment and procedures; (B) instructions in accident prevention for all employees and subconsultants, such as safe walkways, scaffolds, fall protection ladders, bridges, gang planks, confined space procedures, trenching and shoring, equipment and other safety devices, equipment and wearing apparel as are necessary or lawfully required to prevent

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accidents or injuries; and (C) adequate facilities for the proper inspection and maintenance of all safety measures.

3.3.11 Insurance.

Time for Compliance . Consultant shall not commence Work under this Agreement until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that it has secured all insurance required under this Section. In addition, Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant to commence work on any subcontract until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that the subconsultant has secured all insurance required under this Section.

3.3.11.2 Minimum Requirements. Consultant shall, at its expense, procure and maintain for the duration of the Agreement insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the Agreement by the Consultant , its agents, representatives, employees or subconsultants.

Consultant shall also require all of its subconsultants to procure and maintain the same insurance for the duration of the Agreement. Such insurance shall meet at least the following minimum levels of coverage:
(A) Minimum Scope of Insurance. Coverage shall be at least as broad as the latest version of the following: (1) General Liability : Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability coverage (occurrence form CG 0001); (2) Automobile Liability :

Insurance Services Office Business Auto Coverage form number CA 0001, code 1 (any auto); and (3) Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability: Workers’ Compensation insurance as required by the State of California and Employer’s Liability Insurance. The policy shall not contain any exclusion contrary to the Agreement, including but not limited to endorsements or provisions limiting coverage for (1) contractual liability (including but not limited to ISO CG 24 26 or 21 29); or (2) cross liability for claims or suits by one insured against another. (B) Minimum Limits of Insurance . Consultant shall maintain limits no less than: (1) General Liability: $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage. If Commercial General Liability Insurance or other form with general aggregate limit is used including, but not limited to, form CG 2503, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this Agreement/location or the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit; (2) Automobile Liability: $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage; and (3) Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability: Workers’ Compensation limits as required by the Labor Code of the State of California. Employer’s Liability limits of $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease. Defense costs shall be paid in addition to the limits.
(C) Notices; Cancellation or Reduction of Coverage . At least fifteen (15) days prior to the expiration of any such policy, evidence showing that such insurance coverage has been renewed or extended shall be filed with the City. If such coverage is cancelled or materially reduced, Consultant shall, within ten (10) days after receipt of written notice of such cancellation or reduction of coverage, file with the City evidence of insurance showing that the required insurance has been reinstated or has been provided through another insurance company or companies. In the event any policy of insurance required under this Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced, the City has the right but not the duty to obtain the insur ance it deems necessary and any premium paid by the City will be promptly reimbursed by Consultant or the City may withhold amounts sufficient to pay premium from Consultant payments. In the alternative, the City may suspend or terminate this Agreement.

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3.3.11.3 Professional Liability Consultant shall procure and maintain, and require its sub -consultants to procure and maintain, for a period of five (5) years following completion of the Project, errors and omissions liability insurance appropriate to their profession.

Such insurance shall be in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per claim, and shall be endorsed to include contractual liability. Defense costs shall be paid in addition to the limits.

3.3.11.4 Insurance Endorsements . The insurance policies shall contain the following provisions, or Consultant shall provide endorsements on forms supplied or approved by the City to add the following provisions to the insurance policies:
(A) General Liability. The general liability policy shall include or be endorsed (amended) to state that: (1) using ISO CG forms 20 10 and 20 37, or endorsements providing the exact same coverage, the City of Colton, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be covered as additional insured with respect to the Services or ongoing and completed operations performed by or on behalf of the Consultant, including materials, parts or equipment furnished in connection with such work; and (2) using ISO form 20 01, or endorsements providing the exact same coverage, the insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, or if excess, shall stand in an unbroken chain of coverage excess of the Consultant’s scheduled underlying coverage. Any excess insurance shall contain a provision that such coverage shall also apply on a primary and noncontributory basis for the benefit of the City, before the City’s own primary insurance or self -insurance shall be called upon to protect it as a named insured. Any insurance or self -insurance maintained by the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be excess of the Consultant’s insurance and shall not be called upon to contribute with it in any way. Notwithstanding the minimum limits set forth in Section

3.3.11.2(B), any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of coverage shall be available to the parties required to be named as additional insureds pursuant to this Section 3.3.11.4(A).
(B) Automobile Liability . The automobile liability policy shall include or be endorsed (amended) to state that: (1) the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be covered as additional insureds with respect to the ownership, operation, maintenance, use, loading or unloading of any auto owned, leased, hired or borrowed by the Consultant or for which the Consultant is responsible; and (2) the insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects the City, its dir ectors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, or if excess, shall stand in an unbroken chain of coverage excess of the Consultant’s scheduled underlying coverage. Any insurance or self -insurance maintained by the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be excess of the Consultant’s insurance and shall not be called upon to contribute with it in any way.

Notwithstanding the minimum limits set forth in Section 3. 3.11.2(B), any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of coverage shall be available to the parties required to be named as additional insureds pursuant to this Section 3.3.11.4(B). (C) Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability Coverage.

The insurer shall agree to waive all rights of subrogation against the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers for losses paid under the terms of the insurance policy which arise from work performed by the Consultant. (D) All Coverages . Each insurance policy required by this Agreement shall be endorsed to state that: (A) coverage shall not be suspended, voided, reduced or canceled except after thirty (30) days (10 days for nonpayment of premium) prior written notice

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by certified mail, return receipt requested, has been given to the City; and (B) any failure to comply with reporting or other provisions of the policies, including breaches of warranties, shall not affect coverage provided to the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers.

Any failure to comply with reporting or other provisions of the policies including breaches of warranties shall not affect coverage provided to the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers, or any other additional insureds.

3.3.11.5 Separation of Insureds; No Special Limitations; Waiver of Subrogation. All insurance required by this Section shall contain standard separation of insureds provisions. In addition, such insurance shall not contain any special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers.

All policies shall waive any right of subrogation of the insurer against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, or any other additional insureds, or shall specifically allow Consultant or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right of recovery prior to a loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of recovery against City, its officials, office rs, employees, agents, and volunteers, or any other additional insureds, and shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants.

3.3.11.6 Deductibles and Self -Insurance Retentions . Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. Consultant shall guarantee that, at the option of the City, either: (1) the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self -insured retentions as respec ts the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers; or (2) the Consultant shall procure a bond guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigation costs, claims, and adm inistrative and defense expenses.

3.3.11.7 Subconsultant Insurance Requirements . Consultant shall not allow any subconsultants to commence work on any subcontract relating to the work under the Agreement until they have provided evidence satisfactory to the City that they have secured all insurance required under this Section. If re quested by Consultant, the City may approve different scopes or minimum limits of insurance for particular subconsultants. The Consultant and the City shall be named as additional insureds on all subconsultant s’ policies of Commercial General Liability using ISO form 20 38, or coverage at least as broad.

3.3.11.8 Acceptability of Insurers . Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best’s rating no less than A:VIII, licensed to do business in California, and satisfactory to the City.

3.3.11.9 Verification of Coverage. Consultant shall furnish City with original certificates of insurance and endorsements effecting coverage required by this Agreement on forms satisfactory to the City. The certificates and endorsements for each insurance policy shall be signed by a perso n authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf, and shall be on forms provided by the City if requested. All certificates and endorsements must be received and approved by the City before work commences. The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, at any time.

3.3.11.10 Reporting of Claims. Consultant shall report to the City, in addition to Consultant’s insurer, any and all insurance claims submitted by Consultant in connection with the Services under this Agreement.

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3.3.12 Water Quality Management and Compliance.

3.3.12.1 Storm Water Management . Storm, surface, nuisance, or other waters may be encountered at various times during the Services. Consultant hereby acknowledges that it has investigated the risk arising from such waters, and assumes any and all risks and liabilities arising therefrom.

3.3.12.2 Compliance with Water Quality Laws, Ordinances and Regulations. Consultant shall keep itself and all subcontractors, staff, and employees fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations that may impact, or be implicated by the performance of the Services including, wi thout limitation, all applicable provisions of the City’s ordinances regulating water quality and storm water; the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. § 1251, et seq.); the California Porter-Cologne Water Quality Control Act (Water Code § 13000 et seq.); and any and all regulations, policies, or permits issued pursuant to any such authority. Consultant must additionally comply with the lawful requirements of the City, and any other municipality, drainage district, or other local agency with jurisdiction over the location where the Services are to be conducted, regulating water quality and storm water discharges.

3.3.12.3 Standard of Care . Consultant warrants that all employees and subcontractors shall have sufficient skill and experience to perform the work assigned to them without impacting water quality in violation of the laws, regulations an d policies described in Section 3.2.12.2 of this Agreement. Consultant further warrants that it, its employees and subcontractors have or will receive adequate training, as determined by the City, regarding these requirements as they may relate to the Services.

3.3.12.4 Liability for Non-compliance.
(A) Indemnity: Failure to comply with laws, regulations, a nd ordinances listed in Section 3.3.12.2 of this Agreement is a violation of federal and state law.

Notwithstanding any other indemnity contained in this Agreement, Consultant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers from and against any and all claims, demands, losses or liabilities of any kind or nature which the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers may sustain or incur for noncompliance with the laws, regulations, and ordinances listed above, arising out of or in connection with the Services, except for liability resulting from the sole established negligence, willful misconduct or active negligence of the City, its officials, officers, agents, employees or authorized volunteers.
(B) Defense: City reserves the right to defend any enforcement action or civil action brought against the City for Consultant’s failure to comply with any applicable water quality law, regulation, or policy. Consultant hereby agrees to be bound by, and to reimburse the City for the costs associated with, any settlement reached between the City and the relevant enforcement entity.
(C) Damages: City may seek damages from Consultant for delay in completing the Services caused by Consultant’s failure to comply with the laws, regulations and policies described in Section 3.3.12.2 of this Agreement, or any other relevant water quality law, regulation, or policy.

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3.4 Labor Code Requirements.

3.4.1 Prevailing Wages. Consultant is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code Section 1720, et seq., and 1770, et seq., as well as California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 16000, et seq., ("Prevailing Wage Laws"), which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and the performance of other requirements on "public works" and "maintenance" projects. If the Services are being performed as part of an applicable "public works" or "maintenance" project, as defined by the Prevailing Wage Laws, and if the total compensation is $1,000 or more, Consultant agrees to fully comply with such Prevailing Wage Laws. City shall provide Consultant with a copy of the prevailing rates of per diem wages in effect at the commencement of this Agreement. Consultant shall make copies of the prevailing rates of per diem wages for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to execute the Services available to interested parties upon request, and shall post copies at the Consultant's principal place of business and at the project site. It is the intent of the parties to effectuate the requirements of sections 1771, 1774, 1775, 1776, 1 777.5, 1813, and 1815 of the Labor Code within this Agreement, and Con sultant shall therefore comply with such Labor Code sections to the fullest extent required by law. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws.

3.4.2 Registration/DIR Compliance. If the Services are being performed on a public works project of over $25,000 when the project is for construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work, or a public works project of over $15,000 when the project is for maintenance work, in addition to the foregoing, then pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, the Consultant and all subconsultants must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”). Consultant shall maintain registration for the duration of the project and require the same of any subconsultants. This project may also be subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR. It shall be Consultant’s sole responsibility to comply with all applicable registration and labor compliance requirements, including the submission of payroll records directly to the DIR. Any stop orders issued by the Department of Industrial Relations against Consultant or any subconsultant that affect Consultant’s performance of service s, including any delay, shall be Consultant’s sole responsibility. Any delay arising out of or resulting from such stop orders shall be considered Consultant caused delay and shall not be compensable by the City. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees and agents free and harmless from any claim or liability arising out of stop orders issued by the Department of Industrial Relations against Consultant or any subconsultant.

3.4.3 Labor Certification. By its signature hereunder, Consultant certifies that it is aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and agrees to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Services.

3.5 Accounting Records.

3.5.1 Maintenance and Inspection . Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to all costs and expenses incurred under this Agreement. All such records shall be clearly identifiable. Consultant shall allow a representative of City during normal business hours to examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of such records and any other documents created pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to the Agreement for a period of three (3) years

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from the date of final payment under this Agreement.

3.6 General Provisions.

3.6.1 Termination of Agreement.

3.6.1.1 Grounds for Termination . City may, by written notice to Consultant, terminate the whole or any part of this Agreement at any time and without cause by giving written notice to Consultant of such termination, and specifying the effective date thereof, at least seven (7) days before the effective date of such termination. Upon termination, Consultant shall be compensated only for those services which have been adequately rendered to City, and Consultant shall be entitled to no further compensation. Consulta nt may not terminate this Agreement except for cause.

3.6.1.2 Effect of Termination . If this Agreement is terminated as provided herein, City may require Consultant to provide all finished or unfinished Documents and Data and other information of any kind prepared by Consultant in connection with the performance of Services under this Ag reement. Consultant shall be required to provide such document and other information within fifteen (15) days of the request.

3.6.1.3 Additional Services. In the event this Agreement is terminated in whole or in part as provided herein, City may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as it may determine appropriate, services similar to those terminated.

3.6.2 Delivery of Notices. All notices permitted or required under this Agreement shall be given to the respective parties at the following address, or at such other address as the respective parties may provide in writing for this purpose:

Consultant: EcoTierra Consulting.

Attn: Curtis Zacuto, Principal
5776-D Lindero Canyon Road, #414
Westlake Village, CA 91362
City: City of Colton
650 North La Cadena Drive
Colton, CA 92324
ATTN: Heidi Duron, Director
Such notice shall be deemed made when personally delivered or when mailed, forty -eight (48) hours after deposit in the U.S. Mail, first class postage prepaid and addressed to the party at its applicable address. Actual notice shall be deemed adequate not ice on the date actual notice occurred, regardless of the method of service.

3.6.3 Ownership of Materials and Confidentiality.

3.6.3.1 Documents & Data; Licensing of Intellectual Property . This Agreement creates a non-exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use, modify, reuse, or sublicense any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property embodied in plans, specifications, studies, drawings, estimates, and other documents or works of authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical drawings or data magnetically or otherwise recorded on computer diskettes, which are prep ared or caused to be

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prepared by Consultant under this Agreement ("Documents & Data"). All Documents & Data shall be and remain the property of City, and shall not be used in whole or in substantial part by Consultant on other projects without the City’s express written permission. Within thirty (30) days following the completion, suspension, abandonment or termination of this Agreement, Consultant shall provide to City reproducible copies of all Documents & Data, in a form and amount required by City. City reserves the righ t to select the method of document reproduction and to establish where the reproduction will be accomplished. The reproduction expense shall be borne by City at the actual cost of duplication. In the event of a dispute regarding the amount of compensation to which the Consultant is entitled under the termination provisions of this Agreement, Consultant shall provide all Documents & Data to City upon payment of the undisputed amount. Consultant shall have no right to retain or fail to provide to City any such documents pending resolution of the dispute. In addition, Consultant shall retain copies of all Documents & Data on file for a minimum of fifteen (15) years following completion of the Project, and shall make copies available to City upon the payment of actual reasonable duplication costs. Before destroying the Documents & Data following this retention period, Consultant shall make a reasonable effort to notify City and provide City with the opportunity to obtain the documents.

3.6.3.2 Subconsultants. Consultant shall require all subconsultants to agree in writing that City is granted a non -exclusive and perpetual license for any Documents & Data the subconsultant prepares under this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants that Consultant has the legal right to license any and all Documents & Data. Consultant makes no such representation and warranty in regard to Documents & Data which were prepared by design professionals other than Consultant or its subconsultants, or those provided to Consultant by the City.

3.6.3.3 Right to Use . City shall not be limited in any way in its use or reuse of the Documents and Data or any part of them at any time for purposes of this Project or another project, provided that any such use not within the purposes intended by this Agreement or on a pro ject other than this Project without employing the services of Consultant shall be at City’s sole risk. If City uses or reuses the Documents & Data on any project other than this Project, it shall remove the Consultant’s seal from the Documents & Data and indemnify and hold harmless Consultant and its officers, directors, agents and employees from claims arising out of the negligent use or re -use of the Documents & Data on such other project. Consultant shall be responsible and liable for its D ocuments & Data, pursuant to the terms of this Agreement, only with respect to the condition of the Documents & Data at the time they are provided to the City upon completion, suspension, abandonment or termination. Consultant shall not be responsible or liable for any revisions to the Documents & Data made by any party other than Consultant, a party for whom the Consultant is legally responsible or liable, or anyone approved by the Consultant.

3.6.3.4 Indemnification. Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its directors, officials, officers, employees, volunteers and agents free and harmless, pursuant to the indemnification provisions of this Agreement, for any alleged infringement of any patent, copyright, trade secret, trade name, trademark, or any other proprietary right of any person or entity in consequence of the use on the Project by City of the Documents & Data, including any method, process, product, or concept specified or depicted.

3.6.3.5 Confidentiality. All ideas, memoranda, specifications, plans, procedures, drawings, descriptions, computer program data, input record data, written information, and other Documents & Data either created by or provided to Consultant in connection with the performance of this Agreement shall be held confidential by Consultant. Such

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materials shall not, without the prior written consent of City, be used by Consultant for any purposes other than the performance of the Services. Nor shall such materials be disclosed to any person or entity not connected with the performance of the Services or the Project. Nothing furnished to Consultant which is otherwise known to Consultant or is generally known, or has become known, to the related industry shall be deemed confidential. Consultant shall not use City's name or insignia, photographs of the Project, or any publicity pertaining to the Services or the Project in any magazine, trade paper, newspaper, television or radio production or other similar medium without the prior written consent of City.

3.6.3.6 Confidential Information . The City shall refrain from releasing Consultant’s proprietary information ("Proprietary Information") unless the City's legal counsel determines that the release of the Proprietary Information is required by the California Public Records Act or other applicable state or federal law, or order of a court of competent jurisdiction, in which case the City shall notify Consultant of its intention to release Proprietary Information.

Consultant shall have five (5) working days after receipt of the Release Notice to give City written notice of Consultant's objection to the City's release of Proprietary Information. Consultant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against all liability, loss, cost or expense (including attorney’s fees) arising out of a legal action brought to compel the release of Proprietary Information. City shall not release the Proprietary Information after receipt of the Objection Notice unless either: (1) Consultant fails to fully indemnify, defend (with City's choice of legal counsel), and hold City harmless from any legal action brought to compel such release; and/or (2) a final and non-appealable order by a court of competent jurisdiction requires that City release such information.

3.6.4 Cooperation; Further Acts . The Parties shall fully cooperate with one another, and shall take any additional acts or sign any additional documents as may be necessary, appropriate or convenient to attain the purposes of this Agreement.

3.6.5 Indemnification.

3.6.5.1 To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend (with counsel of City’s choosing), indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, costs, expenses, liability, loss, damage or injury of any kind, in law or equity, to property or persons, including wrongful death, in any manner arising out of, pertaining to, or incident to any acts, errors or omissions, or willful misconduct of Consul tant, its officials, officers, employees, subconsultants or agents in connection with the performance of the Consultant’s Services, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the payment of all damages, expert witness fees and attorney’s fees and other related costs and expenses. Co nsultant's obligation to indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by Consultant, the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents, or volunteers.

3.6.5.2 If Consultant’s obligation to defend, indemnify, and/or hold harmless arises out of Consultant’s performance as a “design professional” (as that term is defined under Civil Code section 2782.8), then, and only to the extent required by Civil Code section 2782.8, which is fully incorporated herein, Consultant’s indemnification obligation shall be limited to claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant, and, upon Consultant obtaining a final adjudication by a court of competent jurisdiction, Consultant’s liability for such claim, including the cost to defend, shall not exceed the Consultant’s proportionate percentage of fault.

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3.6.6 Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire Agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings or agreements. This Agreement may only be modified by a writing signed by both parties.

3.6.7 Governing Law; Government Code Claim Compliance . This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue shall be in San Bernardino County.

In addition to any and all contract requirements pertaining to notices of and requests for compensation or payment for extra work, disputed work, claims and/or changed conditions, Consultant must comply with the claim procedures set forth in Government Code sections 900 et seq. prior to filing any lawsuit against the City. Such Government Code claims and any subsequent lawsuit based upon the Government Code claims shall be limited to those matters that remain unresolved after all procedures pertaining to extra work, disputed work, claims, and/or changed conditions have been followed by Consultan t. If no such Government Code claim is submitted, or if any prerequisite contractual requirements are not otherwise satisfied as specified herein, Consultant shall be barred from bringing and maintaining a valid lawsuit against the City.

3.6.8 Time of Essence. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.

3.6.9 City's Right to Employ Other Consultants . City reserves right to employ other consultants in connection with this Project.

3.6.10 Successors and Assigns . This Agreement shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties.

3.6.11 Assignment or Transfer . Consultant shall not assign, hypothecate, or transfer, either directly or by operation of law, this Agreement or any interest herein without the prior written consent of the City. Any attempt to do so shall be null and void, and any assignees, hypothecates or transferees shall acquire no right or interest by reason of such attempted assignment, hypothecation or transfer.

3.6.12 Construction; References; Captions. Since the Parties or their agents have participated fully in the preparation of this Agreement, the language of this Agreement shall be construed simply, according to its fair meaning, and not strictly for or against any Party. Any term referencing time, days or period for performance shall be deemed calendar days and not work days. All references to Consultant include all personnel, employees, agents, and subconsultants of Consultant, except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. All references to City include its elected officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers except as otherwise specified in this Agreement. The captions of the various articles and paragraphs are for convenience and ease of reference only, and do not define, limit, augment, or describe the scope, content, or intent of this Agreement.

3.6.13 Amendment; Modification. No supplement, modification, or amendment of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing and signed by both Parties.

3.6.14 Waiver. No waiver of any default shall constitute a waiver of any other default or breach, whether of the same or other covenant or condition. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any contractual rights by custom, estoppel, or otherwise.

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3.6.15 No Third -Party Beneficiaries . There are no intended third party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed by the Parties.

3.6.16 Invalidity; Severability. If any portion of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

3.6.17 Prohibited Interests . Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. Consultant further agrees to file, or shall cause its employees or subconsultants to file, a Statement of Economic Interest with the City’s Filing Officer as required under state law in th e performance of the Services. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.

3.6.18 Authority to Enter Agreement. Consultant has all requisite power and authority to conduct its business and to execute, deliver, and perform the Agreement. Each Party warrants that the individuals who have signed this Agreement have the legal power, right, and authority to make this Agreement and bind each respective Party.

3.6.19 Counterparts. This Agreement may be signed in counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original.

3.7 Subcontracting.

3.7.1 Prior Approval Required. Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the work required by this Agreement, except as expressly stated herein, without prior written approval of City. Subcontracts, if any, shall contain a provision making them subject to all provisions stipulated in this Agreement.

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SIGNATURE PAGE TO

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BY AND

BETWEEN THE CITY OF COLTON AND ECOTIERRA
CONSULTING.

CITY OF COLTON ECOTIERRA CONSULTING

By: ____________________________ By: _________________________ William R. Smith Curtis Zacuto, Principal
City Manager EcoTierra Consulting

Attest:

By: _________________________
Isaac T. Suchil
City Clerk

Approved as to Form:

______________________________
Best Best & Krieger LLP
City Attorney

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EcoTierra Consulting
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EXHIBIT "A"

The proposal includes 1) project understanding; 2) CEQA approach/strategy; 3) scope of work; 4) proposed project team; 5) project schedule; and 6) estimated cost.

1. PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The project site is located at 585 & 685 E. M Street, which encompasses two parcels (APN 0163- 041-48 and -49). These two parcels are part of a larger property owned by Ecology Auto Parts. The site is currently While these two parcels comprise approximately 8.48 acres in size, the project proposes development on approximately 8.10 acres due to the existing drainage easement along the west side of the site. The project Applicant, M Street LLC (i.e., Ecology Auto Parts), proposes to utilize the site for truck and trailer parking, truck and trailer storage, and transloading of materials from railcars to trucks. The site will be improved with paved drive aisles, a modular office building and break room.

Land uses currently surrounding the project site include Ecology Auto’s scrap metal recycling facility on the rest of the property to the east. Other uses include the Union Pacific railroad right - of-way to the north; M Street and vacant, undeveloped land t o the south; and industrial/warehousing facilities to the west (west of the on-site earthen drainage channel). A single family residential neighborhood is situated approximately 225 feet southwest of the project site.

The site is currently disturbed but no visible use of the land. The Union Pacific railroad right-of-way includes two spurs that traverse the site from the northwest to the southeast dividing the two project parcels.

The City’s General Plan designates the project site as Heavy Industrial, and the site is zoned M-2 (Heavy Industrial). The land to the north, south and east of the project site has a General Plan Land Use designation of Heavy Industrial and is zoned M-2 (Heavy Industrial) and a portion to the west is designated Public/Institution; the land to the southwest is designated Low Density Residential.

Regional vehicular access to the project site is provided by the San Bernardino Freeway (Interstate 10), approximately 1.0 mile to the northwest of the site, via M Street to S. Rancho Avenue; and the Union Pacific railroad right-of way immediately north of the site.

2. CEQA APPROACH/STRATEGY

PROJECT SITE CEQA HISTORY
The Project Site’s two parcels, APN 0163-041-48 and -49, are part of a larger site of approximately

27.9 acres that also included APNs 0276-121-19 and 0163-041-43. The following provides a brief history leading to the current proposed project for parcels APN 0163-041-48 and -49:
1986 Conditional Use Permit (CUP). Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a scrap metal recycling facility.
2004 EIR. An EIR was prepared for the site to amend the CUP to allow for the installation and operation of a metal shredder as an expansion to the on -site scrap metal facility and an increase in volume of transloading.

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An addendum was prepared for the Final EIR that addressed additional mitigation measures related to water quality, noise, and hazardous materials; increased paving and grading and construction of berms; installation of a water storage tank to collect on-stie stormwater instead of a detention basin; construction of a fluff containment structure; extended construction period; and addition of a major variance for masonry wall height.

The 2004 EIR and addendum were certified by the City but were later challenged in Superior Court.

The 2004 EIR was upheld except for the following issues: Traffic (trip generation for the shredder only; trip distribution for M Street impacts; application o f appropriate LOS standard; and traffic mitigation feasibility); hazardous materials (management of shredder fluff); and air quality (cumulative impacts).
2006 CUP Modification and Certified EIR. As a result of the court’s decision, a revised Draft EIR was prepared and was limited to the issues identified in the court’s Statement of Decision on the 2004 EIR and addendum.
2008 CUP Modification. The Planning Commission approved a CUP modification to utilize any of the approved disposal methods for the shredded recyclable material. The approval of the CUP modification was appealed to City Council and upheld.
2012 Site Plan Review. The Design Review Committee approved architectural and site plan review for new mechanical equipment.
2013 Addendum. The 2013 Addendum evaluated a project to increase shredding capacity from 680 tons to 1,600 tons per day. The project required one new loader operating 12 hour per day.

Existing equipment would also change operations. The project required five additional employees.

The Planning Commission approved the CUP modification and adopted an Addendum to the 2006 Certified EIR. The South Coast AQMD permitted shredding capacity as a result of the 2013 Addendum.
2015 MND. The 2015 MND evaluated a project that included architectural and site plan review for the construction of a new 21,200 square foot metal building and modification of the CUP for the existing metal recycling business. The 2015 MND did not change the processing volumes previously approved and certified.

CURRENT PROJECT CEQA APPROACH

The proposed project was not a use previously anticipated for the site, and, thus, not analyzed under prior CEQA documentation. The City is requesting an Initial Study as the appropriate CEQA documentation for the proposed project. The Initial Study is anticipated to support a Mitigated Negative Declaration determination, which would find that any potentia lly significant impacts can be mitigated to a less -than- significant level. Should the Initial Study determine that a potentially significant impact could result which cannot be mitigated to a less -than-significant level, then an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) would be required. Please note that the scope of work for an EIR is not included in this proposal.

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Our proposed scope of work below includes preparation of technical studies for Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Health Risk Assessment (due to residential uses approximately 225 feet southwest of the site), Noise, Biological Resources Assessment and Jurisdictional Delineation (due to the earthen drainage channel on the western perimeter of the parcels) and Traffic Impact and Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Screening Assessment.

3. SCOPE OF WORK
TASK 1: PROJECT INITIATION / DATA COLLECTION
EcoTierra’s project manager and other team members (as needed) will participate in a kick -off meeting with the City and applicant team, if so desired by the City. The purpose of the meeting is to:
1) review Project application and advise on any additional information needed; 2) collect all relevant reports and drawings (including Project Description, site plans, elevations, etc. (to be sent electronically if possible); 3) review the scope of the environmental documentation; 4) review the project schedule; and
5) resolve any issues regarding overall assumptions.

To enable EcoTierra and our subconsultants to proceed, the following information (to the extent available) should be provided by the applicant to clearly define the project description and conduct the environmental analysis:
▪ Existing and proposed project building and site plans; ▪ Basic parameters regarding the project buildings including square footage, building height;
▪ Access points;
▪ Building elevations;
▪ Landscape plans;
▪ Construction schedule (start and end dates in month and year);* ▪ Construction phasing and equipment (if applicable/known, if not, EcoTierra will model as one phase and use California Emissions Estimator Model [CalEEMod] defaults);* ▪ Approximate square footage of demolition needed on site (building, pavements, etc.);* ▪ Grading and demolition parameters;
▪ Any sustainability features beyond those required by current Title 24 and/or Green Building Standards (such as solar panels; LEED Certification; etc.); ▪ Geotechnical Report;
▪ Haul route information (as applicable);*
▪ Location of construction staging areas (as applicable)* ▪ Hazardous materials surveys (i.e., Phase I report(s)); ▪ Lighting plans (if available);
▪ Hydrology plans (if available), and;
▪ Off-site improvements (if applicable).
* = estimates are fine

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This task will also include a site visit to 1) document in photographs the existing condition of the site and the surrounding area; 2) conduct a land use survey of surrounding uses; and 3) document existing major noise sources in the project vicinity. Addi tionally, this task would involve collecting data from public agencies (e.g., fire and police) for new information and identification of potential impacts of the project on them.

As required by state law, the City will reach out independently to Native American tribes in compliance with the requirements of Assembly Bill (AB) 52. The environmental document will summarize the results of the outreach and any discussion resulting from this outreach.

TASK 2: PREPARE PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The environmental document must include a detailed project description based on the proposed plans and program information provided by the applicant. This project description will be used by EcoTierra to determine the potential environmental changes of the proposed project.

EcoTierra will review all relevant project description materials and prepare a preliminary version of the project description. The project description will include figures showing project location, site plan, and other illustrations as relevant and include discussions of the following:
• Description of the existing environmental setting, including the project site’s regional and local location.
• Project characteristics, including but not limited to: hours of operation/use; projected use intensity; description of the site plan; design characteristics; lighting; landscaping; access, circulation, and parking; utilities and infrastructure; stormwater management; grading and excavation; construction and construction schedule. • Project implementation and construction schedule.
• A list of required approvals.

We will prepare an administrative draft project description for City review and comment. We will revise the administrative draft project description in response to City comments and resubmit for approval.

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Following approval of the draft project description, we will prepare a final project description for use in the environmental document and as the basis for the environmental analysis.

DELIVERABLE:
• Administrative draft and final project description

TASK 3: PREPARE TECHNICAL STUDIES
The initial focus of this task will be preparation of technical studies by subconsultants and EcoTierra. EcoTierra will prepare Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Energy, Health Risk Assessment, and Noise technical analyses. EcoTierra has teamed with South Environmental to conduct a Biological Resources Assessment and Jurisdictional Delineation, and Linscott Law & Greenspan (LLG) to conduct the Traffic Impact and VMT Screening Assessment.

The scopes for all of these technical studies include the following:

AIR QUALITY, GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS, HEALTH RISK ASSESSMENT (HRA) AND

ENERGY IMPACT ANALYSES (ECOTIERRA)
The following tasks are anticipated to be required for the air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy impact analyses:

Task 1 Existing Conditions
▪ Identify the existing air quality setting in the area. ▪ Identify greenhouse gases and their associated impacts to global climate change. ▪ Identify thresholds of significance for the criteria pollutants and greenhouse gases.

Task 2 Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Analyses ▪ Evaluate and quantify regional criteria pollutant and greenhouse gas emissions associated with construction activities for the Project utilizing the most recent CalEEMod Model. If significant emission levels are found to be created from construction activities, feasible mitigation will be developed and quantified. ▪ Evaluate local NOx, CO, PM10, and PM2.5 construction emissions and operational emissions at the nearest sensitive receptors. The emissions will be compared against the SCAQMD Look- Up Tables and will follow the methodology described in Localized Significance Threshold Methodology, prepared by SCAQMD, July 2008. ▪ Evaluate and quantify regional criteria pollutant emissions associated with the operation of the Project utilizing the CalEEMod Model. All feasible mitigation will be identified and quantified through use of the CalEEMod Model. • If the traffic study is available and the data deems it necessary, prepare a micro-scale CO screening analysis of the study area intersections based on the traffic data prepared for the Project and verify if it is in accordance with the SCAQMD requirements as described in the CEQA Air Quality Handbook.

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▪ The Project’s air quality emissions and anticipated growth will be analyzed in the context of the SCAQMD AQMP to determine consistency with the AQMP. ▪ Evaluate the operational greenhouse gas emissions using the latest version of CalEEMod.
▪ The project will be compared to the goals and policies of the City of Colton Climate Action Plan.

Task 3 Odor Analysis
▪ Provide a qualitative odor analysis from the construction and operation of the proposed project.

Task 4 Health Risk Assessment (HRA) Impact Analysis
▪ The proposed project proposes to build truck trailer parking and storage and transloading materials from railcars to trucks within 1,000 feet of existing residential uses. Therefore, to ensure that the residents will not be impacted by the proposed project, a quantitative dispersion modeling -based air toxics health risk assessment (HRA) will be performed to address the risks to nearby sensitive receptors from mobile source diesel particulate matter (DPM) sourced from the truck traffic and operational diesel sources associated with the proposed project. Cancer risk due to air toxic exposures at the project will be estimated using methodology that conforms with SCAQMD requirements for mobile source emissions. Cancer risk will be estimated using the most recent OEHHA methodology that assess the cancer risk exposure to the following groups: 3rd trimester, infants, children, adults 16 -30 years, and a cumulative 30.25-year exposure.

Task 5 Energy Impact Analysis
▪ Identify the existing energy use conditions and the applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations pertaining to Energy use.
▪ The energy analysis will provide a CalEEMod -based quantitative analysis and discussion of project-related energy use during construction and operation. ▪ Provide an analysis of the project’s consistency with renewable energy and energy efficiency plans.

Task 6 Technical Analyses Reporting
▪ Prepare air quality, global climate change (GCC), HRA, and energy impact analyses within the IS/MND Sections summarizing the results of the previous work tasks.

NOISE IMPACT ANALYSIS (ECOTIERRA)
The following tasks are anticipated to be required for the noise impact analysis report:

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Task 1 Background Review
▪ Review relevant project and site background information, base graphics showing the site vicinity, the proposed project and adjacent land uses.

Task 2 Noise Setting
▪ Provide definitions for commonly used noise descriptors. ▪ Identify applicable local, state and federal noise standards. ▪ Identify sensitive receptors in the project area.
▪ Identify potential project generated noise sources.

Task 3 Noise Impacts
Construction Noise and Vibration Impacts
▪ Calculate construction noise impacts from the project using RCNM-based calculations and determine if project construction noise would exceed any applicable standards at nearby sensitive receptors.
▪ Estimate groundborne vibration associated with construction activities, determine if construction vibration would exceed any applicable standards, adversely affect nearby historical resources (as applicable), or disturb any nearby sensitive receptors.

Traffic Noise Impacts from the Proposed Project
▪ Model future traffic noise created by the proposed project utilizing FHWA- RD-108 spreadsheets. Determine if noise associated with the addition of project traffic on area road segments will create an impact at any existing sensitive receptors.

Operational Noise and Vibration Impacts
▪ Model/calculate operational noise and determine if operational noise associated with the proposed project i.e., mechanical equipment, operational activities, etc. would exceed applicable City noise standards at closest sensitive receptors. ▪ Analyze groundborne vibration associated with operational activities, determine if operational vibration would exceed any applicable standards, adversely affect nearby historical resources (as applicable), or disturb nearby any sensitive receptors.

Airport Noise
▪ Assess whether the proposed project will be impacted by airport-related noise impacts Task 4 Mitigation
▪ Recommend mitigation measures to reduce noise and vibration impacts sensitive receptors, if necessary.

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Task 5 Technical Analyses Reporting
▪ Provide a detailed written analysis within the IS/MND Section that documents the existing noise environment; predicts the future noise environment; and discusses project noise impacts in light of the applicable local, state and federal thresholds and list mitigation measures as necessary.

BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES ASSESSMENT (SOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL)
Task 1 Biological Resources Assessment and Jurisdictional Delineation A qualified biologist will conduct a survey of the project site and a 500-foot buffer to assess the potential for biological resources protected by federal, state, and local regulations. The survey will include a general assessment of the biological resources present and expected. During the survey the biologist will conduct a jurisdictional delineation on the property and a 200-foot buffer according to the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and Arid West Supplement. The delineation will be conducted on foot and will record the edge of jurisdictional areas using a sub- meter accuracy Trimble GPS. The limits of the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) will be delineated, and Wetland Determination Datasheets and Ordinary High Water Mark Datasheets will be used as applicable to assess and characterize the aquatic features on the site. The survey will be conducted within the entire project site.

South Environmental will prepare a written Biological Resources Assessment Report that will include a description of the project, environmental and regulatory settings, maps plant communities and sensitive habitats, discusses the potential for jurisdictional features and special-status species to occur on the parcel, wildlife movement corridors and habitat linkages, and assesses the potential impacts from the proposed development to any protected resources that might occur (if any).

Relevant literature will be reviewed, including but not limited to California Natural Diversity Database (CNDDB), California Native Plant Society (CNPS) Inventory of Rare and Endangered Plants, National Wetlands Inventory (NWI), National Hydrography Database (NHD), and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Soils Database. An analysis of the cumulative impacts to biological resources anticipated by both the project and other unrelated projects that are proposed in the area will be included. When possible, recommendations will be made to include CEQA regulations and guidance for avoidance and mitigation measures that reduce or eliminate the potential project impacts to a less than significant level. South Environmental will incorporate the methods and results of the delineation, and a description of impacts to protected jurisdictional resources into the Biological Resources Assessment Report. The report will be completed according to CDFW, USACE Los Angeles District, and RWQCB guidelines and requirements, and will include the acreages and jurisdictional boundaries for each of the pertinent agencies Assumptions
• No more than two (2) drafts and one (1) final version of the report will be required. We further assume no hard copies are required.
• The first draft of the report will be provided within 6-8 weeks of notice to proceed. • Permits or permit applications are included in this proposal, and if needed, would require additional costs.
• No focused surveys are proposed (i.e. rare plants, special-status wildlife) and if necessary, would require additional costs to complete.

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TRAFFIC IMPACT AND VMT SCREENING ASSESSMENT (LLG)
Task 1
Confirm the proposed development description with the Client and the work schedule. Obtain a current project site plan that illustrates the access scheme to the project site in both hard copy and digital formats. Obtain information on up to two (2) similar type facilities for the purposes of potential studying to establish trip generation potential of “truck trailer storage” facilities.

Task 2
Given the uniqueness of the Project’s description, utilize trip rates developed from prior trip generation studies/survey data of truck trailer storage facilities in Long Beach and Compton, California. The forecast for the proposed Project will be developed for a typical weekday over a 24-hour period, as well as for the commuter AM and PM peak hours. From a review of the 11th Edition of Trip Generation, published by the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), trip generation rates are not available for the proposed Project’s land use.

Task 3
Alternatively, develop the trip generation of the Project based on expected operations of the Project.

Task 4
Based on the traffic generation and assignment, conduct a traffic assessment of the potential traffic impacts associated with the proposed Project based City of Colton Traffic Impact Checklist (January 2007) and determine if a Traffic Impact Analysis is required. Per the City’s criteria, for “Projects that can demonstrate peak hour trip generation of less than 50 trips may be considered for exemption, on a case by case basis.”
It should be noted that this scope of work only includes a Trip Generation Analysis for the proposed Project. Should a Traffic Impact Analysis be required, an amendment to our contract will be necessary.

Task 5
Conduct a SB 743 VMT assessment based on the City of Colton VMT (Vehicle Miles Traveled) Guidelines, dated June 2, 2020, to determine if the project will be screened out or if a full VMT analysis is necessary.

The City’s guidelines provide criteria for projects that would be considered to have a less -than significant impact on VMT and therefore could be screened out from further analysis. If a project meets one of the following criteria, then the VMT impact of t he project is considered less -than significant and no further analysis of VMT would be required:
• The project generates less than 110 daily vehicle trips. • The project serves the local community.
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Scoping A g r e e m e n t on this one. January 31,
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• The project is located within a High Quality Transit Area (HQTA). • The project is located in a low VMT generating area

It should be noted that this scope of work only includes a VMT Screening Assessment for the proposed Project. Should a full Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) analysis be required, an amendment to the contract will be necessary.

Task 6
Review the proposed site plan and provide recommendations regarding site access and circulation.

Task 7
Prepare a draft letter report that details all of the above-mentioned items including our analysis, findings and conclusions. The draft letter report will be suitably documented with tabular, and graphic materials. The draft letter report will be submitted to the project team for revie and submittal to the City of Colton.

Task 8
If necessary, update the draft letter based on reasonable City comments and submit a final memorandum to EcoTierra for resubmittal to the City of Colton.

Task 9
This task assumes preparation for and attendance by LLG at up to two (2) virtual project team and/or City coordination meetings. It is assumed that Project team coordination will be handled via conference calls and/or video conferencing. This task includes up to two (2) hours of participation by the Project Manager.

This proposal does not include preparation for and attendance at Project team meetings, Town meetings, public hearings and/or community meetings. We would be pleased to provide representation, if requested. An amendment to our contract would be provided for your approval prior to providing any meeting support.

Additional Services
Work items requested outside the Scope of Work outlined in this letter, such as preparation of a traffic impact analysis report, a full VMT Analysis, preparation of conceptual roadway improvement plans and/or attendance at meetings or public hearing support may require a contract amendment.

No additional work will be performed without prior authorization.

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DELIVERABLE:
• Biological Resources Assessment and Jurisdictional Delineation, Traffic Impact and VMT Screening Assessment or VMT Technical Analysis, as applicable. (Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Health Risk Assessment, Energy, and Noise analyses will be provided within the body of the Initial Study.)
TASK 4: PREPARE AND SUBMIT SCREENCHECK INITIAL STUDY
EcoTierra will research and analyze the project impacts and prepare the Screencheck Initial Study (IS) for the project. We will prepare the Screencheck IS in accordance with the requirements of CEQA and State CEQA Guidelines, for review by the City.

The IS will contain all applicable environmental components required by CEQA, including introduction, project background, project description/characteristics/phasing and discretionary approvals, setting, impacts, mitigation and level of significance after mitigation, and mandatory CEQA findings. The IS will include the project description prepared as Task 2.

Using the latest State CEQA Guidelines Appendix G checklist, the IS will respond to all Appendix G checklist questions including aesthetics, agriculture and forestry resources, air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, energy, geology/soils, GHG emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, land use/planning, mineral resources, noise, population/housing, public services, recreation, transportation, tribal cultural resources, utilities/service systems, wildfire, and mandatory findings of significance. The IS will incorporate the results of the City’s AB 52/SB 18 tribal notification and consultation process and outcome into the tribal cultural resources section.

If mitigation measures are required by the IS, EcoTierra will prepare a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) pursuant to California Public Resources Code Section 21081.6. The MMRP ensures that required mitigation measures are implemented during Project implementation to reduce potentially significant environmental impacts. The MMRP will contain the list of mitigation measures, timing for implementation (e.g., prior to issuance of grading permits), the responsible staff or agency assigned to monitor the condition, and a compliance statement. The MMRP will be provided to the City for attachment to the agency’s resolutions approving the IS/MND.

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Deliverable:
▪ Screencheck IS document including all technical studies used (e.g., EcoTierra and subconsultants, applicant team-prepared documents as approved by City) provided in a PDF that will include all figures, exhibits, and appendices and a Microsoft Word version for editing and providing comments.

TASK 5: REVISE AND SUBMIT PROOFCHECK INITIAL STUDY
Typical City staff review involves two drafts of the Screencheck Draft IS/MND. It is anticipated that the first review would include the most edits, with the second draft requiring minor final corrections only. EcoTierra will revise the Screencheck IS/MND in response to City comments and the revised second draft as a Proofcheck IS/MND (in tracked changes version) clearly showing all revisions in Microsoft Word format for any additional editing by the City. We will also provide a clean version with all changes accepted/addressed in response to City staff comments. This second draft would be expected to be approved by the City as the Draft IS/MND for public circulation. EcoTierra can assist the City in distribution of the document to responsible agencies and other interested parties.

If there are mitigation measures, the Screencheck IS/MND and Proofcheck IS/MND will include the MMRP.

DELIVERABLE:
▪ Proofcheck IS document including all revised technical studies used (e.g., EcoTierra and subconsultants, applicant team-prepared documents as approved by City and peer reviewed by EcoTierra team) provided in a PDF that will include all figures, exhibits, and appendices and a Microsoft Word version for editing and providing comments; 2 Microsoft Word versions of all sections of the document in which one version is in track changes mode showing edits and a clean version with no track changes; and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (if applicable).

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TASK 6: PUBLICATION AND CEQA NOTICES
Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15072(a), EcoTierra will prepare a draft Notice of Intent (NOI) and Notice of Completion (NOC) for City review prior to publication and distribution of the IS/MND. EcoTierra will revise the NOI and NOC based on City staff comments/edits.

EcoTierra can assist with publication and distribution of the IS/MND, NOI, and NOC (unless the City prefers to do the distribution). The City will provide the mailing list of responsible and interested agencies to EcoTierra for mail ing the NOI, unless the City prefers to do the distribution. It is assumed the City will upload the NOC and IS/MND to CEQAnet, unless the City authorizes EcoTierra to do this task.

DELIVERABLE:
▪ Printcheck IS document including all revised technical studies used (e.g., EcoTierra and subconsultants, applicant team -prepared documents as approved by City and peer reviewed by EcoTierra team) provided in a PDF that will include all figures, exhibits, and appendices and a Microsoft Word version for editing and providing comments; 2 Microsoft Word versions of all sections of the document in which one version is in tracked changes mode showing edits and a clean version without tracked changes.

TASK 7: RESPONSE TO COMMENTS
The IS will be circulated for a 30-day public review period. During and at the end of the period, the City will transmit all comments received on the IS.

Should the City receive comment letters, the EcoTierra team will prepare responses to comments received. Each letter will be numbered with corresponding comments. This scope of work allows for up to two (2) review cycles.

Additional review cycles will require additional time and cost to be addressed with the applicant team. The cost for this task is based on nominal comment letters from public agencies and from the general public. We have provided up to 18 hours of time for this task. If the project receives a number of controversial letters, we will need to revisit this estimate and discuss with the applicant team accordingly.

DELIVERABLE:
▪ Response to Comments document will be provided in Word for editing purposes and PDF that will include figures, exhibits, etc.

TASK 8: PUBLIC HEARINGS
EcoTierra assumes up to two (2) City hearings as part of this scope of work: one (1) Planning Commission hearing and one (1) City Council hearing. Additional hearings/meetings will be billed on a time and material basis based on our attached schedule of fees.

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EcoTierra Consulting
5776 D Lindero Canyon Road #414 Westlake Village, CA 91362 (818) 356-9495

Regular communication (including meetings) with City staff and the Project team is conducted throughout the process of preparing the environmental documentation.

TASK 9: NOTICE OF DETERMINATION (NOD)
EcoTierra will prepare a draft Notice of Determination (NOD) for City review, and revise the NOD based on City staff comments/edits, if applicable. EcoTierra will submit the NOD to the San Bernardino County Clerk unless the City prefers to do this task. NOD filing fees (e.g., California Department of Fish and Wildlife and San Bernardino County Clerk processing fees) are assumed to be made available to EcoTierra prior to filing with the San Bernardino County Clerk.

4. PROPOSED PROJECT TEAM
Our team assigned to this project currently has the capacity to take on this assignment and immediately start working on this project. The following provides a brief overview of EcoTierra staff.

CURTIS ZACUTO
Curtis Zacuto, Co-Founder and Principal of EcoTierra, with over 38 years of experience, specializes in urban and rural projects and has managed large and complex and controversial projects throughout the Southern California region. Mr. Zacuto will serve as Principal in Charge and will be responsible for the overall work effort and quality control. Mr. Zacut o has prepared a number of infill development projects resulting in Initial Studies in support of Negative or Mitigated Negative Declarations. Mr. Zacuto will also review all sections prepared by EcoTierra staff and subconsultants for quality control and provide overall coordination, guidance, and management.

Jenny Mailhot
Ms. Jenny Mailhot, Project Manager at EcoTierra Consulting, Inc., has more than 27 years of experience in the management and preparation of environmental review documents pursuant to CEQA and NEPA for clients in both the public and private sector. Ms. Mailhot has acted as a day- to-day contact for clients, agency staff, and attorneys, providing valuable insight to the environmental constraints of various projects. She has managed and prepared documentation for highly controversial projects, including residen tial, retail, office, mixed-use, institutional, recreational, museums, and infrastructure projects. Ms. Mailhot has also prepared peer reviews of environmental documentation for clients, and has experience with land use entitlements, findings, and mitigation monitoring programs.

MARISA WYSE
Ms. Marisa Wyse is an Environmental Planner with over 19 years of experience managing and preparing CEQA and NEPA environmental documents. She has assisted and managed projects involving the preparation of environmental documentation for both private and p ublic sector projects including Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations, Mitigation Monitoring Programs, Environmental Impact Reports, Supplemental and Subsequent EIRs and EIR Addendums. Her project experience includes hospital/medical facility de velopment and mixed use developments projects for which she coordinates between agencies, applicants, consultants, and attorneys to certify CEQA documents as part of the overall project entitlement process. Ms. Wyse responsibilities for this project would include conducting research and writing various document sections for the IS.

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Colton City CouncilJanuary 20, 2026

Colton City Council
January 20, 2026