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MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE JURUPA VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
February 3, 2022
The meeting was held at the Jurupa Valley City Council Chamber, 8930 Limonite Avenue, Jurupa Valley, CA
1. 7:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR REGULAR SESSION ● Chris Barajas, Mayor
● Leslie Altamirano, Mayor Pro Tem
● Lorena Barajas Bisbee, Council Member
● Brian Berkson, Council Member
● Guillermo Silva, Council Member
Mayor Chris Barajas called the regular meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
2. INVOCATION was given by Pastor Jeremy Williams, Grace Fellowship Church.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Paul Toor.
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Council Member Guillermo Silva, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Leslie Altamirano, to approve the Agenda.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, L. Barajas Bisbee, B. Berkson, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
5. PRESENTATIONS
A. RIVERSIDE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES -
INTRODUCTION OF “PET OF THE MONTH”
Josh Sisler, Commander of Field Services, County of Riverside Department of Animal Services , introduced himself to the Council and offered to answer any questions.
The City’s Pet of the Month for February, “Murphy”, an 11-month old terrier, was introduced to the Council. Anyone interested in giving “Murphy” a home is invited to contact the City’s Animal Control Services Department at https://www.rcdas.org.
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B. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE - STAFF INTRODUCTIONS
City Manager Rod Butler introduced the following employees from the City Manager’s Office : Terri Rollings, Assistant to the City Manager/PIO; Grizelda Reed, Executive Assistant, Linda Hinojos, Management Analyst; Devyn Fisher, Management Analyst , Amy Sells, Principal Management Analyst ; and Michael Flad, Assistant City Manager.
6. PUBLIC APPEARANCE/COMMENTS
Kimberly Wheeler stated that the recent City moratorium on truck intensive uses will negatively impact her and other Jurupa Valley business owners. She requested a meeting to discuss the new restrictions.
Mike Kob old echoed Ms. Wheeler’s comments and explained how the moratorium is negatively affecting his plans to start a business in Jurupa Valley.
7. INTRODUCTIONS, ACKNOW LEDGEMENTS, COUNCIL COMMENTS AND
ANNOUNCEMENTS
There were no Council comments.
8. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ORAL/WRITTEN REPORTS REGARDING
REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
A. MAYOR CHRIS BARAJAS
1. Mayor Chris Barajas gave an update on the Interagency Coordinating Council meeting held January 28, 2022.
B. COUNCIL MEMBER LORENA BARAJAS BISBEE
1. Council Member Lorena Barajas Bisbee gave an update on th e Western Riverside County - Regional Conservation Authority meeting of January 10, 2022.
C. COUNCIL MEMBER GUILLERMO SILVA
1. Council Member Guillermo Silva gave an update on the Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors meeting of January 27, 2022.
D. COUNCIL MEMBER BRIAN BERKSON
1. Council Member Brian Berkson gave an update on the Riverside County Transportation Commission – Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee meeting of January 24, 2022.
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2. Council Member Brian Berkson gave an update on the Metrolink / Southern California Regional Rail Authority meeting of January 28, 2022.
9. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE
City Manager Rod Butler reported that three members of the Council have confirmed their attendance at the California Contract Cities Association Legislative Action Days in Sacramento, which conflicts with the March 3, 2022 Council meeting. Followi ng discussion, the Council unanimously approved canceling the March 3, 2022 Council meeting.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, L. Barajas Bisbee, B. Berkson, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
10. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. JANUARY 20, 2022 REGULAR MEETING
A motion was made by Council Member Guillermo Silva, seconded by Council Member Lorena Barajas Bisbee, to approve the Minutes of the January 20, 2022 regular meeting.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, L. Barajas Bisbee, B. Berkson, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
11. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF
THE TEXT OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS INCLUDED IN
THE AGENDA
Requested Action: That the City Council waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda.
B. CONSIDERATION OF CHECK REGISTER IN THE AMOUNT OF
$951,094.50
Requested Action: That the City Council ratify the check registers dated January 13 and 19, 2022 as well as the payroll registers dated January 7 and 21, 2022.
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C. ORDINANCE NO. 2022-01
Requested Action: That the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2022-01, entitled:
Mayor Chris Barajas commented that he had some concerns about the additional setbacks and open space. He believes that everyone did a fine job with the ordinance; however, he would like staff to come back within five months to determine if the ordinance needs some minor tweaks.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLE Y, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING THE JURUPA VALLEY MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING
TRADITIONAL NEIGHBOR HOOD DESIGN STANDARD S, AND
FINDING AN EXEMPTION FROM CEQA UNDER SEC TION 15061(B)(3)
OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES
D. A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY TO ESTABLISH CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT N O. PS 2021 -002 (PUBLIC
SAFETY, MONTECITO) AND TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF A
SPECIAL TAX WITHIN CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT N O. PS 2021 -002 (PUBLIC SAFETY,
MONTECITO); GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST
CORNER OF MISSION BOULEVARD AND AGATE STREET, TR37893.
Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2022-10, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY TO ESTABLISH CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT N O. PS 2021 -002 (PUBLIC
SAFETY, MONTECITO) AND TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF A
SPECIAL TAX WITHIN CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT N O. PS 2021 -002 (PUBLIC SAFETY,
MONTECITO)
E. APPROVAL OF CASH-IN-LIEU OF UNDERGROUNDING FOR UTILITY
LINES AND POLES WITH IN, SERVING, AND ALO NG THE HUDSON STREET FRONTAGE OF T RACT 37052 LOCATED W EST OF HUDSON BETWEEN 60TH AND 59TH STREETS (APN: 165-100-027)
Requested Action: That the City Council approve the cash-in-lieu of undergrounding for utility lines and poles within, serving, and along the Hudson Street frontage of Tract 37052 in the amount of $41,580.
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F. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURSUIT OF GRANT FUNDING
UNDER VARIOUS CALRECYCLE GRANT PROGRAMS AND
SUBMITTAL OF AP PLICATIONS FOR ALL CALRECYCLE GRANTS
FOR WHICH THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY IS ELIGIBLE
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2022-11, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF
APPLICATIONS FOR ALL CALRECYCLE GRANTS FOR WHICH CITY
OF JURUPA VALLEY IS ELIGIBLE
G. AGREEMENT FOR URGENT ROAD REPAIR ON SIERRA AVENUE
Requested Action: That the City Council approve the award of the Agreement for Urgent Road Repair on Sierra Avenue between the City of Jurupa Valley and Hardy and Harper, Inc. and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement in substantially the fo rm and format attached to the staff report as approved by the City Attorney.
A motion was made by Mayor Chris Barajas , seconded by Council Member Brian Berkson, to approve the Consent Calendar , with the exception of Item
11.E, which was removed for further discussion.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, L. Barajas Bisbee, B. Berkson, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
12. CONSIDERATION OF ANY ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT
CALENDAR
11.E APPROVAL OF CASH-IN-LIEU OF UNDERGROUNDING FOR UTILITY
LINES AND P OLES WITHIN, SERVING , AND ALONG THE HUDS ON STREET FRONTAGE OF T RACT 37052 LOCATED W EST OF HUDSON BETWEEN 60TH AND 59TH STREETS (APN: 165-100-027)
Council Member Brian Berkson requested that Item 11.E be removed from the Consent Calendar for further discussion.
Paul Toor, Public Works Director, provided additional information and responded to Council’s questions.
A motion was made by Council Member Brian Berkson, seconded by Council Member Guillermo Silva , to approve the cash -in-lieu of undergroun ding for utility lines and poles within, serving, and along the Hudson Street frontage of Tract 37052 in the amount of $41,580.
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Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, L. Barajas Bisbee, B. Berkson, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
13. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED 2019 -2020 CDBG ANNUAL ACTION PLAN ALLOCATING
CDBG-CV3 FUNDS
Staff report presented by Amy Sells, Principal Management Analyst.
Mayor Chris Barajas opened the public hearing.
Kimberly Wheeler stated that she was unaware that this relief funding was available. She suggested that the City use a variety of communication tools to ensure that residents are aware of these types of programs.
There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed
Michael Flad, Assistant City Manager, commented that City staff will be reaching out to Ms. Wheeler. He noted that there is an ongoing process to improve the City’s communication efforts and to connect individuals with the resources available.
Following discussion, City staff were asked to bring back additional funding options for the Council to consider.
A motion was made by Council Member Brian Berkson, seconded by Council Member Guillermo Silva , to receive and file the third amendment to the amended 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan ; and adopt Resolution No. 2022 -12, as amended:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY, ADOPTING THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED
2019-2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE CITY’S COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, L. Barajas Bisbee, B. Berkson, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
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14. COUNCIL BUSINESS
A. AGREEMENT TO CONDUCT A STUDY OF HYBRID PUBLIC SAFETY
MODELS WITH CITYGATE ASSOCIATES, LLC
Staff report presented by Michael Flad, Assistant City Manager.
Further discussion followed.
A motion was made by Council Member Lorena Barajas Bisbee, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Leslie Altamirano, to approve the Agreement by and between the City of Jurupa Valley and Citygate Associates, LLC for a study of hybrid public safety models for an amount not to exceed $67,722.00 and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement in substantially the form and format attached to the staff report as approved by the City Attorney.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, L. Barajas Bisbee, B. Berkson, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
B. APPOINTMENT OF CITY DELEGATE FOR THE 2022 SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVER NMENTS (SCAG)
REGIONAL CONFERENCE AND GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Staff report presented by City Clerk Victoria Wasko.
A motion was made by Council Member Brian Berkson , seconded by Mayor Chris Barajas , to appoint Council Member Lorena Barajas Bisbee as the Delegate and Mayor Pro Tem Leslie Altamirano as the Alternate for the SCAG General Assembly meeting on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort, 74-885 County Club Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, L. Barajas Bisbee, B. Berkson, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
15. CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
City Attorney Peter Thorson had no report.