City of Fontana
8353 Sierra Avenue
Fontana, CA 92335
Minutes
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
2:00 PM
Grover W. Taylor Council Chambers
City Council Meeting
Acquanetta Warren - Mayor
Peter A. Garcia - Mayor Pro Tem
John B. Roberts - Council Member
Jesus "Jesse" Sandoval - Council Member
Phillip Cothran - Council Member
Germaine Key - City Clerk
Janet Koehler-Brooks, City Treasurer
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL:
A. 2:00 P.M. Call To Order/Roll Call:
The Regular Meeting of the Fontana City Counci l was held in the Grover W. Taylor Council Chambers, 8353 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, CA 92335, on Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
Mayor Warren called the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 2:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Mayo r Warren, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, Council Member s Cothran, Robert s and Sandoval.
ABSENT: City Treasurer Janet Koehler -Brooks and City Clerk Germaine Key were also present.
INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
A. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance:
The invocation was given by Council Member Roberts, followed by the pledge of allegiance led by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS:
A. Public Communications
The following individuals spoke under public communications:
Mark Richicci spoke in opposition of Planned Parenthood.
Margo Alducin spoke in opposition of Planned Parenthood.
Danielle Holley of the Fontana Chamber of Commerce spoke about the C hamber’s upcoming events.
Ms. Carrillo spoke in opposition of Planned Parenthood.
John Bell thanked the City Council for the military banner s and discussed concerns with the condition of the library stairs. Also thanked the City Council for providing t emporary housing to the unsheltered population and discussed concerns with one of the motels.
Tara Sy discussed concerns with the Laurel Oak easement.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Prior to the motion being made, Council Member Sandoval stated that he would be voting No on Consent Calendar Item “C.”
Prior to the motion being made, Council Member Cothran stated that he would be abstaining on Consent Calendar Item “D.”
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Roberts, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, and passed by a vote of 5- 0 to approve the Consent Calendar I tems “A-O” with Council Member Sandoval voting No on Item “C” and Council Member Cothran abstaining on Item “D.” The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Warren, Garcia, Cothran, Roberts and Sandoval; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None
A. Approval of Minutes 21-2798
Approve the minutes of the January 23, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting and the February 1, 2024, Special City Council Meetings.
B. Adoption of Ordinance No. 1940, Pertaining to Amend the West 21-2796 End Specific Plan to add “Escape Rooms” (Second Reading) Second Reading / Adoption of Ordinance No. 1940, approving Master Case No. 23-094 and Specific Plan Amendment (SPA) No. 23-003 to amend the West End Specific Plan to add “Escape Room” as a permitted use within the Light Industrial District (BP2) District in the West End Specific Plan; and that the reading of the title constitutes the first reading thereof.
C. Adoption of Ordinance No. 1941, Pertaining to a Development 21-2797 Agreement with Fontana Responsible and Compliance Retail, LLC (Second Reading)
Second Reading / Adoption of Ordinance No. 1941, approving a Development Agreement with Fontana Responsible and Compliant Retail, LLC, concerning a retail cannabis business and Direct Staff to File a Notice of Exemption.
D. Accept Additional Recreational Trails Program Grant Funds 21-2669 for the Construction of the San Sevaine Trail, Phase 1, Segment 2 Project
1. Accept additional grant funds from the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation in the amount of $1,000,000.00 to construct the San Sevaine Trail, Phase 1, Segment 2 Project.
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Amendment to the Agreement with the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation for the San Sevaine Trail, Phase 1, Segment 2 Project.
E. Final Acceptance of the Blanchard Avenue Sidewalk Gap Project 21-2755 Accept as complete the work performed by SNZ Contractors, Inc for the
construction of the Blanchard Avenue Sidewalk Gap Project (#37603115) and approve the final construction amount of $109,273.75 (Bid No. SB-126-DE-23).
F. Final Acceptance of the Foothill Boulevard Pavement 21-2765 Rehabilitation Project, from East Avenue to Hemlock Avenue and All Streets South of Foothill Boulevard to County Line
Accept as complete the work performed by Matich Corporation for the Foothill Boulevard Pavement Rehabilitation Project (#37604130) and approve the final construction amount of $3,097,309.28 (Bid No. SB-117-DE-23).
G. Family Homelessness Challenge Grant Round 2 Application 21-2769 Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute and transmit any documents necessary to ensure the City's timely submittal of the Family Homelessness Challenge Grant Round 2 Application
H. Police Department Monthly Information Update 21-2784 Accept the Police Department monthly information update for December 2023.
I. Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program Resolution Authorizing 21-2790 Submittal of Application and Other Grant Related Documents..End
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-005 a resolution of the City Council of the City of Fontana authorizing application for, and receipt of, up to $1,090,000 of Prohousing Incentive Program Funds.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute and transmit any documents necessary or appropriate to ensure the City's timely submission of the Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program application.
J. Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program (HHAP-4) 21-2801 Round 4 Grant Application
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute and transmit any documents necessary to ensure the City's San Bernardino County Office of Homeless Services Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program Round 4 Grant Application
K. Award and approve agreement for management and operation of 21-2803 Stage RED.
1. Award bid (DS-24-16-SP) and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with ASM Global and Madison Entertainment for operational and management services for Stage RED.
2. Approve and Authorize the City Manager and/or his designee(s) to make non-material changes to the agreement and execute any future amendments required for the operation of Stage RED.
L. Accept Donation to Public Works Utilities and Streets Division 21-2806 Accept Donation of a LineLazer V 3900 Line Striper from Goldstar Asphalt Products to Public Works Utilities and Streets Division.
M. Approve the Sale of Real Property by the Successor Agency to the 21-2809 City of Fontana.
Approve the Purchase of Real Property Identified as APN 0228-301-51 - Located at Citrus And South Highland Avenues - by The City of Fontana and Authorizing the City Manager To Negotiate and Execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement with the Successor Agency to the Fontana Redevelopment Agency
N. Dedication of Fire Station 81 in honor of veteran Fontana Fire 21-2814 Department Engineer Robert E. Hartness
Approve the dedication of Fire Station 81 in honor of veteran Fontana Fire Department Engineer Robert E. Hartness
O. Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-006 ratifying the Director of 21-2824 Emergency Services' Proclamation of Existence of a Local Emergency
1. Ratify the proclamation of the existence of a local emergency within the City of Fontana as a result of a powerful, slow moving, atmospheric river that struck California beginning February 3, 2024;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-006, proclaiming the existence of a local emergency and waive the full reading.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. Master Case No. 19-090-R1 and Appeal No. 23-018: Appeal of 21-2760 the Planning Commission’s decision to deny Conditional Use Permit No. 19-032-R1, a request to modify the existing conditions of approval of previously approved CUP No. 19- 032 in order to allow the sale of single alcoholic beverages of wine and distilled spirits smaller than 375 milliliters and beer/malt beverages in single size contain ers of 40 ounces or less for an existing convenience store, the Marelias Liquor and Market, located at 8145 Cypress Avenue (APN:0191- 091-22). Based on the information in the staff report and subject to the attached Findings, staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Deny Appeal No. 23-018 and uphold the Planning Commission’s decision to deny Conditional Use Permit No. 19-032-R1, a request to modify the conditions of approval for existing approved CUP No. 19-032 in order to allow the sale of single alcoholic beverages of wine and distilled spirits smaller than 375 milliliters and beer/malt beverages in single size containers of 40 ounces or less for Marelias Liquor and Market, an existing liquor store located at 8145 Cypress Avenue.
Mayor Warren opened the public hearing.
City Clerk Key stated that two written public communications in opposition were received.
Mai Thao provided the staff report.
The appellant with Marelias Liquor spoke in opposition of the item.
Mayor Warren closed the public hearing.
Council Member Cothran stated that the City banned single-serve alcoholic beverages in 2009, the owners knew that this was not a condition of approval when they purchased the business and there would be no way to gra ndfather or overturn the ban. Mayor Warren and Council Member Roberts concurred.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Cothran, seconded by Council Member Roberts, and passed by a vote of 5 -0 to approve staff recommendation on Public Hearing Item “A. ” The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Warren, Garcia, Cothran, Roberts and Sandoval; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS:
A. City Manager Communications
City Manager Matthew Ballantyne commended Public Works staff for their efforts with street repairs due to the recent winter storm.
ELECTED OFFICIALS COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS:
A. Elected Officials Communications/Reports
City Treasurer Koehler-Brooks expressed condolences to the family of retired Fontana school teacher Joseph Dean Binks.
City Clerk Key had no comments
Council Member Cothran expressed condolences to the family of retired Fontana school teacher Joseph Dean Binks. Also discussed upcoming Community Services events.
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia stated he looked forward to the upcoming State of the City.
Council Member Sandoval commended Deputy City Manager Phillip Burum for how the January 24th street vendor workshop was conducted. Expressed condolences to the family of retired Fontana school teacher Joseph Dean Binks.
Council Member Roberts expressed condolences to the families of retired Fontana Police Lieutenant George Bloom and former retired Fontana school teacher Joseph Dean Binks.
Mayor Warren thanked staff and the Senior Advisory Group for the recent Valentine's Day Dance at the Senior Center. Also discussed the variety of events offered throughout the community including the 69th Annual Fontana Days Run, the Inland Empire Stryker’s Fontana Night, Black History Parade and events offered by the Fontana Chamber of Commerce.
Also, discussed the January 24th Street Vendor Workshop.
ADJOURNMENT:
A. Adjournment
Mayor Warren and the City Council led a moment of silence in memory of the following individuals:
1. George Bloom, retired Fontana Police Lieutenant
2. Joseph Dean Binks, retired Fontana school teacher
3. Juan Bautist Garay, Rancho Cucamonga resident
Mayor Warren adjourned the meeting at 2:57 p.m. to the next Regular City Council Meeting on Tuesday, February 27 , 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Grover W. Taylor Council Chambers located at 8353 Sierra Avenue, Fontana, California.
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Christina Rudsell
Deputy City Clerk
THE FOREGOING MINUTES WERE ADOPTED AND APPROVED BY THE FONTANA CITY COUNCIL ON FEBRUARY 27, 2024.
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Germaine Key
City Clerk