Wednesday, February 15, 2023
City of Corona
400 S. Vicentia Ave.
Corona, CA 92882
Open Session Council Chambers 6:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF
CORONA/CORONA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY/CORONA UTILITY
AUTHORITY/CORONA HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING
Tony Daddario, Mayor
Tom Richins, Vice Mayor
Jacque Casillas, Council Member
Wes Speake, Council Member
Jim Steiner, Council Member
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CITY COUNCIL
Rollcall
Present: 5 - Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, and Jim Steiner
INVOCATION
The Invocation was led by Pastor Shannon Scott from Grace Baptist Church.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Daddario.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
Mayor Daddario called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.
PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation: Corona Public Service Employee Association Animal Shelter Donation.
Kyle Delaney, Corona Public Services Employee Association President, provided an update.
2. Presentation: Northwest Mosquito Vector Control District Update.
Nancy Jimenez-Hernandez provided an update.
3. Presentation: Alcoa Dike Phase 2 Construction Update.
Captain Sean Hutchison, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, provided an update. The Council had inquiries and Captain Sean Hutchison provided clarification.
MEETING MINUTES
A motion was made by Council Member Steiner, seconded by Vice Mayor Richins, that these Meeting Minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, Speake, and Steiner Approval of Minutes for the City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Corona, Corona Public Financing Authority, Corona Utility Authority, Corona Housing Authority Committee of the Whole Meeting of February 1,
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These Minutes were approved.
Approval of Minutes for the City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Corona, Corona Public Financing Authority, Corona Utility Authority, Corona Housing Authority City Council Meeting of February 1, 2023.
5. These Minutes were approved.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Council Member Steiner, seconded by Vice Mayor Richins, that the Consent Calendar be approved with the exception of items 8 and 9, which were voted on separately. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, Speake, and Steiner City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Corona, Corona Public Financing Authority, Corona Utility Authority, and Corona Housing Authority to receive and file the Monthly Fiscal Report for the month of December 2022.
6. This Financial Report was received and filed.
City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Corona, Corona Public Financing Authority, Corona Utility Authority, and Corona Housing Authority to receive and file the Monthly Investment Portfolio Report for the month of December 2022.
7. This Financial Report was received and filed.
Professional Services Agreement with Alta Planning + Design, Inc., for Design and Engineering Services for the City of Corona Green Alleys, Project No. 2022-15.
8. Savat Khamphou, Public Works Director, provided a staff report. Mayor Daddario had inquiries and Mr. Khamphou provided clarification. Council Member Speake commended staff for the project.
A motion was made by Council Member Speake, seconded by Mayor Daddario, that this Agreement be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, Speake, and Steiner Extension of time for Tentative Tract Map 32386 located at the end of South Main Street and Ibbetson Street, in the Single Family Detached 14.4 (SFD 14.4) zone of the Mountain Gate Specific Plan (APN 114-060-008, -016, -017, and 114-180-001).
9. Council Member Speake recused himself due to his interest in an adjacent property and left the Council Chambers at 7:11 p.m.
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Development Director, provided clarification.
Joe Morgan, resident, addressed the Council and expressed concerns with the proposed project.
Gordon Youde, applicant, addressed the Council and provided an update on the proposed project.
Council Member Speake returned to the Council Chambers at 7:20 p.m.
A motion was made by Council Member Steiner, seconded by Council Member Casillas, that this Extension of Time be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 3 - Richins, Casillas, and Steiner
Nay: 1 - Daddario
Recused: 1 - Speake
This item was pulled from the agenda.
Award of Contract to L.R. Landscaping Inc. for On-Call Emergency Landscape Services.
10. This item has been moved to the March 1, 2023 City Council meeting.
Resolution establishing the annual assessment for County Service Area 152 to be levied for Fiscal Year 2024 and authorizing the County of Riverside to levy and collect the annual assessments to fund the costs of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit Program.
11. This Resolution was adopted.
Acknowledging the measure of compliance of the Corona Fire Department with California Health and Safety Code Section 13146.2 and 13146.3.
12. This Resolution was adopted
Release of the survey monumentation security posted by Carlos Reynoso Padilla, Irene Macias Padilla, Angelique Macias Padilla-Hartog, and Alysia Macias Padilla-Vaccaro, Trustees of the 1996 Padilla Family Trust dated, October 31, 1996, for Parcel Map 30844 located at 1516 Lemon Grove Lane.
13. This Release of Security was approved.
Release of the improvement and survey monumentation security posted by West Corona Freeway Center Owner, LLC, for Parcel Map 37763 located at 2410 Wardlow Road.
14. This Release of Security was approved.
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COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
Maddy Paxton, resident, addressed the Council to announce that Corona was named as one of the 25 Most Romantic Cities.
Don Fuller, resident, addressed the Council to request an update regarding the 91-freeway closure and acknowledged the recent death of actress Raquel Welch.
Karen Alexander, resident, addressed the Council to propose that a Corona Park be renamed in honor of Thomas P. Sherman, Brigadier General in the United States Air Force.
Lea Peterson, Southern California Gas Company, addressed the Council regarding natural gas prices and provided an overview of resources available for financial assistance.
Kellie Montalvo, resident, addressed the Council regarding bike safety and the 91- freeway closure.
The following residents addressed the Council regarding rent stabilization: Lydia Heusner, Steve Heusner, Alicia Loomis, and Natalie Lara.
Leslie Jones, resident, addressed the Council to thank Police Chief Newman, Council Member Steiner, and Council Member Casillas for their assistance with a previous concern.
Joe Morgan, resident, addressed the Council regarding gas prices, the pavement of Liberty Avenue and he also addressed his concerns with some of the doors at City Hall being locked.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Hearing for City Council consideration of Amendment No. 4 to the 2019-2020 Action Plan to reallocate funds between approved Community Development Block Grant projects.
15. Cynthia Lara, Community Assistance Manager, provided a report on the proposed item. Mayor Daddario opened the Public Hearing. Sylvia Edwards, City Clerk, stated that there was no correspondence received from the public. Mayor Daddario closed the Public Hearing. The Council provided comments and had inquiries. Cynthia Lara, Community Assistance Manager, provided clarification.
A motion was made by Council Member Steiner, seconded by Council Member Speake, that this Public Hearing be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
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Aye: 5 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, Speake, and Steiner
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
16. Zero-Emission Bus Rollout and Implementation Plan.
Sudesh Paul, Transit Program Manager, and Savannah Gupton, Center for Transportation of the Environment, Project Manager provided a report. Council Member Speake provided comments and had inquiries. Erick Dehaye, Riverside County Transportation Commission, provided clarification.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
None.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS – REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL,
COMMISSIONERS, AND STAFF FOR THE:
A) Library Board of Trustees
Library Board of Trustees Report Update for January 31, 2023:
a) Library Manager Update
b) MasterClass on HOOPLA
c) ABCmouse.com - Bring Learning Home
d) Technology Grants Update
e) Library CIP Update
17. This Library Board of Trustees Report was received and filed.
B) Planning & Housing Commission
None.
C) Parks & Recreation Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission Update for January 10, 2023:
a.) Community Mural Project
b.) 2023 Signature Events
c.) Ladders and Linguine
d.) Winter Fields Renovations Update
e.) Budget Update
18. This Parks & Recreation Commission Report was received and filed.
D) Regional Meetings
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Update from Council Member Jacque Casillas on the League of California Cities Community Services Committee meeting of January 27, 2023.
19. Council Member Casillas provided an update.
Update from Council Member Jacque Casillas on the Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) meeting of February 6, 2023.
20. Council Member Casillas provided an update.
Update from Council Member Wes Speake on the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Transportation Policy Meeting of February 2, 2023.
21. Council Member Speake provided an update.
Update from Council Member Wes Speake on the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) Retreat of February 2 - 3, 2023.
22. Council Member Speake provided an update.
Update from Council Member Wes Speake on the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) Meeting of February 8, 2023.
23. Council Member Speake provided an update.
Update from Vice Mayor Tom Richins on the Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency (RCHCA) Meeting of February 9, 2023.
24. Vice Mayor Richins provided an update.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS AND COMMENTS
None.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Jacob Ellis, City Manager, provided an overview on actions taken after the Riverside County Transportation Commission 91 Freeway closure. He also recognized Denzel Maxwell, Assistant to the City Manager, for his time and contributions to the City of Corona and wished him well in his new position as the Assistant City Manager at Fort Collins, Colorado.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council Member Speake provided a brief overview of the following events: Community Conversations, Ladders and Linguini fundraising dinner, and Fire and Ice cook-off. He also thanked Denzel Maxwell and wished him well in his new role.
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the Community Services team for the community cleanup that took place at Skyline.
He also congratulated Denzel Maxwell on his new role.
Council Member Casillas thanked Denzel Maxwell, for his contributions to Corona and the Police Department for their response to an incident. She also informed residents that text updates can be received about the McKinley Project.
Vice Mayor Richins congratulated Denzel Maxwell, and provided a brief overview on a housing project located on 1208 Bell Avenue.
Mayor Daddario thanked Justin Tucker, Assistant to the City Manager, for touring a group of third graders, from a local elementary school around City Hall and gave a brief overview of the event.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
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1. Economic Development Update (Staff) March 1, 2023
2. Solve the Water Crisis Update (Staff) March 1, 2023
3. City Park Master Plan Update (Staff) March 1, 2023
4. Anti-Camping Ordinance Revisions March 15, 2023
5. Catalytic Converters Ordinance (J. Steiner) March/April
6. Surplus 725 S Main Street (Staff) March/April
7. Park Ranger Program (Staff)March/April
8. Strategic Plan Implementation (Staff) March/April
9. Annual Goal Setting (Staff) March/April
10. Financial Health Metrics (Staff) March/April
11. ARPA Update (Staff) March/April
12. Fiscal Year 2024 Revenue Projections (Staff) March/April
13. UAS Program (Staff) March/April
14. Body Worn Camera Project (Staff) March/April
15. Sidewalk Repair Program (Staff) March/April
16. Service Level Changes (Staff) March/April
17. Fiscal Year 2024 Draft CIP (Staff) March/April
18. Expenditures and General Fund Financial Forecast (Staff) March/April
19. Measure Investment Plan X Plan (Staff) March/April
20. Street Sign Replacement Program (Staff) March/April
21. Utilities Rate Study (Staff) March/April
22. Purchasing Update (Staff) March/April
23. LMD Update (Staff) March/April
24. Park Ranger Program Update (Staff) March/April
25. SB1439 Conflict Verification (W. Speake) March/April
26. Historic Resources Ordinance Update (W. Speake) April/May
27. Quiet Zone at Railroad Crossings (Staff) April/May
28. Quarterly Sales Tax Update (Staff) April/May
29. Lending Policy for Historic Items for City Facilities (W. Speake) April/May
30. Implementation of SB6 and AB2011 (Staff) April/May
31. Volunteer Program Update (Staff) April/May
32. FY 2024 Proposed Budget (Staff) May/June
33. Parks & Recreation Master Plan Update (Staff) May/June
34. Co-Sponsorship Program (Staff) May/June
35. City Park Master Plan Delivery (Staff) June/July
36. Field Maintenance Standards (Staff) June/July
37. Trails Master Plan Phase II Delivery (Staff) August/September
38. Parks & Recreation Master Plan Delivery (Staff) September/October
39. Rent Stabilization Update (T. Richins) TBD
40. Security Camera Master Plan Update (Staff) TBD
41. Banning Temporary Signs in the Public Right of Way (W. Speake) TBD
42. Historic Civic Center Frontage Design Options (Staff) TBD
43. Development of a I-15 Corridor Lobbying Coalition (W. Speake) TBD
44. Small Business Grant Program Guidelines (Staff) TBD
45. Wylie Labs (J. Casillas) TBD
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46. Comprehensive Transit Analysis (Staff) TBD
47. Options to Expedite Redevelopment of Main Street & Parkridge Ave. Area (J. Casillas) TBD
ADJOURNMENT
The next scheduled meeting of the Council is on March 1, 2023. Mayor Daddario adjourned the meeting at 9:10 p.m.
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