CITY
CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
City Council
MINUTES • April 8, 2025
Council Chambers Regular Meeting 6:00 PM
Grand Terrace Civic Center • 22795 Barton Road
Call to Order
Mayor Bill Hussey convened the Regular Meeting of the City Council for Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM.
Invocation
The Invocation was given by Pastor Leroy Rodriguez from New City Church.
Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Michelle Sabino.
AB 2449 Disclosures
None.
Roll Call
Present: Mayor Bill Hussey
Mayor Pro Tem Michelle Sabino
Council Member Doug Wilson
Council Member Jeff Allen
Council Member Matt Brown
Absent:
A. REORDERING OF, ADDITIONS TO, OR REMOVAL OF ITEMS FROM THE AGENDA
None.
B. PUBLIC COMMENT
Jason Greeley, Grand Terrace Resident, provided details on the upcoming 41st Annual Art Show on May 3rd and Coffee Connections at Woody's on April 9th.
C. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Scott Ward, Communications Director with the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors, presented a Plaque of Recognition to Lieutenant Bryan Lane. He thanked him for 30 years of service with the Sheriff's Department and for his commitment to public safety. Scott also wished him a long and happy retirement.
Mayor Bill Hussey and City Council presented a Retirement Recognition plaque to Lieutenant Bryan Lane for 29 years of dedication and service to the City of Grand Terrace.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Johan Gallo, Grand Terrace Resident, expressed his gratitude to Lieutenant Bryan Lane.
Toni Rosales, Field Representative, on behalf of the Office of Assembly Woman Leticia Castillo, would like to thank Lieutenant Bryhan Lane for his 29 years of service to San Bernardino County and the City of Grand Terrace.
Mayor Hussey called a short recess at 6:37 p.m. to close out the special presentation.
Mayor Hussey reconvened the meeting at 6:49 p.m.
D. CONSENT CALENDAR
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
Council Member Allen motioned with a second by Council Member Brown to approve items #1-6 from the Consent Calendar.
1) Waive Full Reading of Ordinances on Agenda
2) Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting - March 25, 2025 3) (23) Quitclaim Deed Certificates of Acceptance
4) Parks and Recreation Committee Appointment - Domon
5) Gateway at Grand Terrace Specific Plan EIR Addendum
6) Opposition to AQMD Rule 1111 and Rule 1121
7) Mayor Authority to Sign Letters of Support - Private Entities Consent Item was pulled for discussion by Council Member Allen. Council Member Allen suggested that any future legislation be broad enough so that council members' support or opposition would not be specific to just one piece of legislation. Council Member Matt Brown would like to see this policy amended.
After discussion, Council Member Allen withdrew his motion to approve item #7, and it was suggested that Adrian, City Attorney, bring the item back at a future meeting with the recommendations provided by the City Council.
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E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8) CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 24-04: Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending the Grand Terrace Municipal Code
Gabriel Arguelles, Assistant Planner, gave the PowerPoint presentation for this item.
Mayor Husssey opened the Public Hearing at 7:26 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
Mayor Husssey closed the Public Hearing at 7:26 p.m.
Adrian Guerra, City Attorney, read the Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending the Grand Terrace Municipal Code, and also announced that there was a typo in the word "Ordinance" and that it be corrected by staff.
RESULT: APPROVED - UNANIMOUS
MOVER: Council Member Brown
SECONDER: Council Member Allen
AYES: Mayor Hussey, Mayor Pro Tem Sabino, Council Member Wilson, Council Member Allen, Council Member Brown
NAYS: None
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE
G. NEW BUSINESS - NONE
H. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Jeff Allen requested that a discussion be held on creating a Special District to support the Parks and Recreation.
RESULT: APPROVED - UNANIMOUS
MOVER: None
SECONDER: Council Member Allen
AYES: Mayor Hussey, Mayor Pro Tem Sabino, Council Member Wilson, Council Member Allen, Council Member Brown
NAYS: None
Council Member Jeff Allen requested that a discussion be held on officially forming a Fire-Wise council in the community.
RESULT: APPROVED - UNANIMOUS
MOVER: None
SECONDER: Council Member Allen
AYES: Mayor Hussey, Mayor Pro Tem Sabino, Council Member Wilson, Council Member Allen, Council Member Brown
NAYS: None
Mayor Hussey requested that a discussion be held on what state laws are in place regarding residents having an auto shop or repair shop in their homes and using it as a business.
RESULT: APPROVED - UNANIMOUS
MOVER: None
SECONDER: Council Member Allen
AYES: Mayor Hussey, Mayor Pro Tem Sabino, Council Member Wilson, Council Member Allen, Council Member Brown
NAYS: None
Mayor Hussey requested that a discussion be held on increasing the dollar amount of fines that are in place for commercial truck parking violations within the city neighborhoods and city businesses.
RESULT: APPROVED - UNANIMOUS
MOVER: None
SECONDER: Council Member Allen
AYES: Mayor Hussey, Mayor Pro Tem Sabino, Council Member Wilson, Council Member Allen, Council Member Brown
NAYS: None
I. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Matt Brown reported on the following:
None.
Council Member Jeff Allen reported on the following:
• March 27, 2025 - Attended the Riverside Highland Water Company Board of Directors Meeting
• April 1, 2025 - Attended the Southern California Edison Workshop held at the Senior Center
• April 2, 2025 - Attended the San Bernardino County Office of Homeless Services Central Valley Regional Steering Committee Board Meeting • April 12, 2025 - Announced the Veterans and Community Resource fair at the Rancho Cucamonga Sports Center
• April 17, 2025 - Announced the upcoming Annual Military Appreciation Dinner at the Orange Show
Council Member Doug Wilson reported on the following:
• April 1, 2025 - Attended the Southern California Edison Workshop held at the Senior Center
• Expressed his concerns about noise within the City and relayed his concerns to the Sheriff
Mayor Pro Tem Michelle Sabino reported on the following:
• Announced Earth Day taking place on April 26, 2025
• Announced that she will be traveling to Sacramento for the Cal Cities City Leaders Summit
Mayor Bill Hussey reported on the following:
• April 1, 2025 - Attended the Southern California Edison Workshop held at the Senior Center, and provided an update on the wiring of the circuits in the City • April 9, 2025 - Announced that he will participate in career day at Terrace Hills Middle School
• Provided an update on the new Director of San Bernardino County Transportation Agency, who is Carrie Shindler, upon Dr. Wolfe's retirement • April 3, 2025 - Attended the Southern California Association of Governments Committee meeting
J. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
None.
K. CLOSED SESSION - NONE
L. ADJOURN
Mayor Hussey adjourned the Regular Meeting of the City Council at 7:58 p.m. The next Regular City Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
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Bill Hussey, Mayor Daysi Alcocer, City Clerk