Wednesday, March 15, 2023
City of Corona
400 S. Vicentia Ave.
Corona, CA 92882
Closed Session Council Board Room 5:30 PM
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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CONVENE CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session convened at 5:37 p.m. for the purposes listed below. Present were Mayor Daddario, Vice Mayor Richins, Council Member Casillas, Council Member Speake, and Council Member Steiner. Closed Session adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: Daniel Clary v. City of Corona
WCAB Case Numbers: ADJ16057857
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) (1 Potential Case)
2. CITY COUNCIL
Rollcall
Present: 5 - Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, and Jim Steiner
INVOCATION
None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - DARYA MAKOOI
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Darya Makooi.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION
Mayor Daddario called the meeting to order at 6:38 p.m.
PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/PRESENTATIONS
None.
MEETING MINUTES
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 MARCH 1, 2023
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A motion was made by Vice Mayor Richins, seconded by Council Member Casillas, that these 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 CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 1, 2023
4. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Richins, seconded by Mayor Daddario, that these Minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, Speake, and Steiner
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Richins, seconded by Council Member Speake, that the Consent Calendar be approved with the exception of items 17 and 22, 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 INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2023
5. 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 FISCAL REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2023
6. This Financial Report was received and filed.
CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3360, SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 17.31 (AFFORDABLE HOUSING OVERLAY ZONE) TO TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE CORONA
MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING OVERLAY ZONE (ZTA2023-0001)
7. This Ordinance was adopted.
CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3361, SECOND READING OF AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE SOUTH CORONA COMMUNITY FACILITIES PLAN TO CHANGE
THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM LDR (LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) MDR (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) FOR 2 ACRES LOCATED AT 1220 W. ONTARIO AVENUE AND 5.40 ACRES LOCATED AT 2880 CALIFORNIA AVENUE
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(CFPA2022-0002)
This Ordinance was adopted.
CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3362, SECOND READING OF AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE TO: (1) ADD AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING OVERLAY ZONE FOR VARIOUS
PROPERTIES TO PERMIT HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL IN CONJUNCTION WITH EXISTING ZONING; (2) CHANGE THE ZONING FOR VARIOUS PROPERTIES FROM AGRICULTURAL AND R-1 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO R-2 LOW-DENSITY MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL; AND (3) CHANGE THE ZONING FOR VARIOUS PROPERTIES FROM C-2 RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL TO MOBILE HOME PARK ZONE (CZ2022-0003)
9. This Ordinance was adopted.
CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3363, SECOND READING OF AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO VARIOUS SPECIFIC PLANS TO: (1) ADD AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING OVERLAY
ZONE FOR PROPERTIES IDENTIFIED ON THE HOUSING SITES INVENTORY TO PERMIT HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL IN CONJUNCTION WITH EXISTING ZONING; (2) CHANGE THE ZONING ON VARIOUS PROPERTIES FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL; AND (3) MAKE COMMENSURATE TEXT CHANGES (SPA2022-0003)
10. This Ordinance was adopted.
CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3365, SECOND READING OF AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 8.02 RELATING TO A RENAMING OF THE CHAPTER
AND THE INCLUSION OF A DECLARATION OF NUISANCE FOR SECONDHAND SMOKE
11. This Ordinance was adopted.
CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3364, SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 10.47 TO
THE CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF
CATALYTIC CONVERTERS
12. This Ordinance was adopted.
AWARD OF CONTRACT TO L.R. LANDSCAPING INC. FOR ON-CALL EMERGENCY
LANDSCAPE SERVICES
13. This Agreement was approved.
REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT UNDER THE TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM MITIGATION FEE PROGRAM FOR PARCEL MAP 37747, LOCATED NORTH OF
PARKRIDGE AVENUE ON THE WEST SIDE OF MAIN STREET
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This Agreement was approved.
WATER PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR WHOLESALE ENTERPRISE WATER BETWEEN
THE CITY OF CORONA, CITY OF NORCO, JURUPA COMMUNITY SERVICES
DISTRICT AND WESTERN MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
15. This Agreement was approved.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH ONWARD ENGINEERING FOR DESIGN
SERVICES AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT FOR THE SIDEWALK GAP CLOSURE AT EAST CHASE DRIVE AND SMITH AVENUE, PROJECT NO. 2022-14 FOR A TERM OF MARCH 15, 2023, THROUGH MAY 9, 2024, IN THE AMOUNT OF $119,948
16. This Bid & Purchase was approved.
AGREEMENT WITH SERFAS DEVELOPMENT, LLC AND 9 OTHER PROPERTY OWNERS
FOR THE FUTURE DONATION, UPON THE SATISFACTION OF CERTAIN
CONDITIONS, OF THAT REAL PROPERTY REPRESENTING THE PORTION OF THE
FORMER MOUNTAIN VIEW GOLF COURSE LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY OF CORONA
17. Council Member Speake recused himself due to conflict with a developer on the project. He left the chambers at 6:41 p.m. Council Member Steiner commended Dale Ploung and residents for their efforts and involvement on the proposed development on the Mountain View Golf Course. He also thanked Dean Derleth, City Attorney for his involvement. The following residents addressed the Council in support of the proposed item: John Donaldson, Dale Pluong, Joe Morgan, Don Fuller and Chris Bainum. Council Member Speake returned to the Council Chambers at 6:58 p.m.
A motion was made by Council Member Steiner, seconded by Mayor Daddario, that this Agreement be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 4 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, and Steiner
Recused: 1 - Speake
ACCEPTANCE OF A INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF THE 2022 LOCAL EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT
18. This Grant was approved.
APPROVAL OF FUEL SOURCE TECHNOLOGY FOR CITY OF CORONA TRANSIT
SERVICE ZERO-EMISSION BUS ROLLOUT PLAN
19. This Report was approved.
2022 ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT FOR THE GENERAL PLAN AND HOUSING
ELEMENT, FOR SUBMITTAL TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF PLANNING AND
RESEARCH, INCLUDING A REPORT ON LOW-MODERATE-INCOME HOUSING ASSET
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FUND ACTIVITY
This Report was received and filed.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ANNUAL DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN OBSOLETE
CITY RECORDS
21. This Resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION DECLARING THAT THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 725 SOUTH MAIN STREET AND IDENTIFIED AS ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBER 117-191-011 IS
SURPLUS LAND
22. Joe Morgan, resident, addressed the Council to express concerns with the proposed item.
Chris Bainum, resident, provided comments on the proposed item. Jacob Ellis, City Manager, provided clarification on the item.
A motion was made by Mayor Daddario, and seconded by Council Member Speake, that this Resolution be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, Speake, and Steiner
RESOLUTION CERTIFYING THE RESULTS OF AN ELECTION AND ADDING TERRITORY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2016-1 (PUBLIC SERVICES) OF THE CITY OF CORONA (ANNEXATION NO. 22)
23. This Resolution was adopted.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
Maddy Paxton, resident, addressed the Council to thank the Fire Department, The Citizens Academy, and the rent stabilization ordinance.
The following residents addressed the Council regarding rent stabilization: Lydia Heusner, Aaron Hoffman, Frank Cornejo, June Reed, Steve Heusner, Susana Lopez, Eugene Fise’k, and Johanna Gonzalez.
Chris Bainum, resident, addressed the Council and expressed concerns about various items and discussed a project he is working on.
Joe Morgan, resident addressed the Council regarding rent stabilization, community involvement, and the existing yard truck records.
Ms. Edwards reported that a written comment was submitted anonymously regarding a rental property and will be filed with the meeting minutes.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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PUBLIC HEARING AND ELECTION FOR ANNEXATION NO. 34 INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2016-3 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES).
24. Mayor Daddario opened the Public Hearing. Sylvia Edwards, City Clerk, confirmed she had proof of publication and mailing of the notice of the Public Hearing. She confirmed that she had not received any written protests. Ms. Edwards stated there are no registered voters within the area to be annexed to the CFD, and the owners of all property proposed to be annexed to the CFD agreed to hold a special election on June 15, 2022. Ms. Edwards also agreed to hold a special election on March 15, 2023.
Mayor Daddario closed the Public Hearing. Ms. Edwards confirmed she received one ballot, and all votes cast are in favor of levying the special taxes.
A motion was made by Council Member Speake, seconded by Council Member Casillas, that Resolution No. 2023-017 be adopted. A motion was made by Council Member Speake, seconded by Council Member Casillas, that Resolution No. 2023-018 be adopted. The motions carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, Speake, and Steiner
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
REQUEST FROM THE CITY OF NORCO AND THE CITY OF BLYTHE TO SUPPORT
THE CLOSURE OF THE CALIFORNIA REHABILITATION CENTER IN NORCO AS AN
ALTERNATIVE TO CLOSING THE CHUCKAWALLA VALLEY STATE PRISON IN THE
CITY OF BLYTHE
25. Donna Finch, Assistant to the City Manager, provided a report. The Council provided comments regarding the item.
A motion was made by Mayor Daddario, seconded by Council Member Steiner, that this Administrative Report be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 5 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, Speake, and Steiner
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBERS 3245, 3273, AND 3292 TO UPDATE
THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN STREET SEGMENTS IN THE CITY OF CORONA
26. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Richins, seconded by Mayor Daddario, that this Ordinance be approved. The motion carried by the following vote
Aye: 5 - Daddario, Richins, Casillas, Speake, and Steiner BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS – REPORTS FROM CITY COUNCIL,
COMMISSIONERS, AND STAFF FOR THE:
A) Library Board of Trustees
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LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORT UPDATE FOR FEBRUARY 28, 2023:
A) DANIELL WHITTINGTON, LIBRARY MANAGER
B) ALL STAFF DAY 2023 - LIBRARY BASICS
C) LADDERS & LINGUINE 2023
D) LIBRARY TOURS
E) COLLECTION HQ UPDATE
27. 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 FEBRUARY 14, 2023:
A.) LADDERS AND LINGUINE
B.) COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS: BLACK HISTORY MONTH: THE EXPERIENCE.
THE CULTURE.
C.) HISTORIC CIVIC CENTER: CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
D.) CORONA BEAUTIFUL TRAIL CLEANUP
E.) TREE-TACULAR PARK TAKEOVER
F.) PARK RANGER UPDATES
G.) COMMUNITY MURAL PROJECT
28. This Parks & Recreation Commission Report was received and filed.
D) Regional Meetings
Update from Council Member Jacque Casillas on the Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) meeting of March 6, 2023.
29. Council Member Casillas provided an update.
Update from Council Member Wes Speake on the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) Meeting of March 8, 2023.
30. Council Member Speake provided an update.
Update from Mayor Tony Daddario on the Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority (RCA) Meeting of March 6, 2023.
31. Mayor Daddario provided an update.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS AND COMMENTS
None.
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CITY MANAGER’S REPORTS AND COMMENTS
None.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Council Member Steiner acknowledged Hailey Henyan, a student at San Diego State University, for her past involvement in his 2018 Campaign Committee and shared that she will be attending future meetings as part of her senior project.
Council Member Casillas provided a brief overview of a Corona Symphony Orchestra concert she attended and thanked Don Kindred and the Corona Symphony Orchestra for a great concert.
Vice Mayor Richins provided comments on Hailey Henyans’ senior project.
Mayor Daddario provided a brief overview of the following: his introduction to the new Library Manager, Danielle Woodington, and recent Town Hall meetings. He announced a new series, Talks with Tony, the first event will take place at Santa Ana Park on March 19, 2023 and thanked the digital team for all of their work on the video created to announce Talks with Tony.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
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1. Strategic Plan Implementation (Staff) April 13, 2023
2. Annual Goal Setting (Staff) April 13, 2023
3. Financial Health Metrics (Staff) April 13, 2023
4. ARPA Update (Staff) April 13, 2023
5. Fiscal Year 2024 Revenue Projections (Staff) April 13, 2023
6. UAS Program (Staff) April 13, 2023
7. Body Worn Camera Project (Staff) April 13, 2023
8. Sidewalk Repair Program (Staff) April 13, 2023
9. Service Level Changes (Staff) April 13, 2023
10. Fiscal Year 2024 Draft CIP (Staff) April 13, 2023
11. Expenditures and General Fund Financial Forecast (Staff) April 13, 2023
12. Measure Investment Plan X Plan (Staff) April 13, 2023
13. Street Sign Replacement Program (Staff) April 13, 2023
14. Utilities Rate Study (Staff) April 13, 2023
15. Purchasing Update (Staff) April 13, 2023
16. LMD Update (Staff) April 13, 2023
17. Park Ranger Program Update (Staff) April 13, 2023
18. SB1439 Conflict Verification (W. Speake) April/May
19. Historic Resources Ordinance Update (W. Speake) April/May
20. Quiet Zone at Railroad Crossings (Staff) April/May
21.Quarterly Sales Tax Update (Staff) April/May
22. Lending Policy for Historic Items for City Facilities (W. Speake) April/May
23. Implementation of SB6 and AB2011 (Staff) April/May
24. Volunteer Program Update (Staff) April/May
25. FY 2024 Proposed Budget (Staff) May/June
26. Parks & Recreation Master Plan Update (Staff) May/June
27. Co-Sponsorship Program (Staff) May/June
28. City Park Master Plan Delivery (Staff) June/July
29. Parks Standards (Staff) June/July
30. Trails Master Plan Phase II Delivery (Staff) August/September
31. Parks & Recreation Master Plan Delivery (Staff) September/October
32. Rent Stabilization Update (T. Richins) TBD
33. Security Camera Master Plan Update (Staff) TBD
34. Banning Temporary Signs in the Public Right of Way (W. Speake) TBD
35. Historic Civic Center Frontage Design Options (Staff) TBD
36. Development of a I-15 Corridor Lobbying Coalition (W. Speake) TBD
37. Small Business Grant Program Guidelines (Staff) TBD
38. Wylie Labs (J. Casillas) TBD
39. Comprehensive Transit Analysis (Staff) TBD
40. Options to Expedite Redevelopment of Main Street & Parkridge Ave. Area (J. Casillas) TBD
41. Historic Commission (T. Richins)
42. SB-9 Compliance (T. Richins)
43. Backyard Chickens (T. Daddario)
ADJOURNMENT
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The next scheduled meeting of the Council is on April 5, 2023. Mayor Daddario adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m.
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