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MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE JURUPA VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
October 19, 2023
1. 5:30 PM - CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR CLOSED SESSION ● Chris Barajas, Mayor
● Guillermo Silva, Mayor Pro Tem
● Leslie Altamirano, Council Member
● Brian Berkson, Council Member
● Armando Carmona, Council Member
Mayor Chris Barajas called the closed session meeting to order at 5:33 p.m.
2. CONVENE TO CLOSED SESSION
A. PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
There were no public comments regarding the closed session items.
B. EMPLOYEE COMPENSATIO N NEGOTIATIONS - UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES. The City Council met in closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 wit h the City's designated representatives regarding the salaries, salary schedules, and compensation paid in the form of fringe benefits of its unrepresented employees for the purpose of reviewing its position and instructing the City's designated representatives. Final action on these issues will take place in open session. The City’s designated representatives are: City Manager Rod Butler; Assistant City Manager Michael Flad; and Human Resources Manager Tanya Bragg.
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - PENDING LITIGATION. The City Council met in closed session with the City Attorney pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) with respect to one matter of pending litigation: Application of Southern California Edison Company (U -238-E) for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to Construct the Riverside Transmission Reliability Project, California Public Utilities Commission Case No.
A.15-04-013.
D. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS. The City Council met in closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 regarding the acquisition of certain property interests from the real property located at 5930 Etiwanda Avenue, Jurupa Valley CA. The negotiating parties are the City of Jurupa Valley and the property owner, New Hope Transport. Negotiators for the City are Rod Butler, and Michael Flad. Under negotiations are price and terms of the acquisition of the property.
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3. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
A. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ANY REPORTABLE ACTIONS I N CLOSED
SESSION
The City Attorney provided the following report on closed session:
With respect to Item 2.B on the closed session, the employee compensation negotiations, there is no action to report.
Second, on Item 2.C which is the Southern California Edison Pe tition for the Riverside Transmission Reliability Project, the City Council, by a vote of 5 -0, directed the City Attorney to file a response to the CPUC proceeding filed by the City of Norco to reopen the Decision and the direction was to protect the Decision of the CPUC regarding the undergrounding of the RTRP Lines within the City of Jurupa Valley and protect the interests of the City of Jurupa Valley, but not oppose the Norco Petition.
Then third, with respect to Item 2.D, the real property negotiations, Council Member Silva did not participate because there was a question as to whether his property that he owns was located close to this proceeding, so he will review that, but he did not participate in the discussion and was not in the room where the discussion was held. No action to report.
4. 7:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR REGULAR SESSION ● Chris Barajas, Mayor
● Guillermo Silva, Mayor Pro Tem
● Leslie Altamirano, Council Member
● Brian Berkson, Council Member
● Armando Carmona, Council Member
Mayor Chris Barajas called the regular meeting to order at 7:27 p.m.
5. INVOCATION was given by Deacon Julian Escobar from Calvary Chapel Jurupa Valley.
6. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Mayor Chris Barajas.
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Guillermo Silva , seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano, to approve the Agenda.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
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8. PRESENTATIONS
A. NATIONAL PREPAREDNES S MONTH – PRESENTED B Y BRICE
BARTLETTE, EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR
Brice Bartlette, Emergency Services Coordinator gave an update on National Preparedness Month, noting the importance of preparedness, which is to get educated, formulate a plan, build a kit, and get involved.
B. JURUPA ROAD GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT – PRESENTED BY
MARK LANCASTER, DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION, COUNTY OF
RIVERSIDE TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
Mark Lancaster, Director of Transportation, County of Riverside, provided a project overview of the Jurupa Road Grade Separation Project and responded to Council’s questions. He offered to present an update every six months.
9. PUBLIC APPEARANCE/COMMENTS
George Ruiz voiced his ideas and concerns for some of the landscaping areas of the City, specifically, the landscaping on Mission Boulevard in the Rubidoux area and along Limonite Avenue. He also asked that something be done to address the numerous homeless individuals who are visible along Mission Boulevard.
10. INTRODUCTIONS, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS, COUNCIL COMMENTS AND
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Chris Barajas discussed the current CFD’s in the City, which are intended to cover the cost of lighting, maintenance and l andscaping areas. He stated that due to the age of some of the CFD’s there is not sufficient funding to properly maintain the areas as they did not include sufficient cost escalators. He indicated that Staff is looking into how this issue can be addressed in the long term. He discussed the new CARE Act, which was supported by many Inland Empire mayors that will soon be implemented throughout Riverside County. This is meant to address and treat those with severe mental health disorders by allowing the court to order behavioral health treatment and other mental health resources.
He discussed his advocacy of SB43 , which will repeal sections of the Lanterman Act, which revisits how a conservatorship will work and will expand the ability to involuntary commit people to psychiatric facilities for behavioral health or substance abuse reasons.
Mayor Pro Tem Guillermo Silva announced that the second annual Dia de los Muertos will take place Saturday, October 21 at Rancho Jurupa Regional Park. He encouraged citizens to continue to report items of concern through the myjurupavalley mobile application as it is easy to use and ensures a timely response by City staff. He announced that Sky Country Elementary School will host their annual Fall Festival on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 from 4:00 – 8:00 pm.
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Council Member Leslie Altamirano echoed Mayor Pro Tem Silva’s comments, stating that residents should use the tools that are available to report illegal and other concerns through the myjurupavalley mobile application as they are the “eyes and ears of the community.” She announced that the Opal Car Wash will host their second annual “Car Wash of Horror” on October 30 -31, 2023 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. She encouraged residents to take the ir children to some of the local Trunk or Treat events, which provides an easy and safe place to enjoy Halloween.
Council Member Armando Carmona agreed that the myjurupavalley mobile application is very useful. He thanked Lieutenant Shulda and the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department for working on the illegal dumping issue s. He encouraged residents who see this type of activity to report it. He thanked the members of Fire Station 17 for hosting a tour of the facility and a ride along which showed him the amazing work the firefighters are doing in the community. He recognized the parents at Mira Loma Middle School for supporting the Watch D.O.G.S. national initiative that provides positive male role models for students and demonstrates that education is important. They are encouraging male parents to get involved in this mentoring program. He recognized the Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District and the Tree Experts who helped with the community clean up event last week. He announced a community clean up event at Downey Park will be held on Saturday, November 4 th from 7:00 am to 10:00 am. He complimented The Industry Barber for hosting several Halloween Trunk or Treat events, which gives an opportunity for local Trick o r Treaters to stay safe this Halloween. He expressed his view that developers have failed this state by not building affordable housing. He stated that he will continue to advocate for affordable housing.
Council Member Brian Berkson wished his wife a Ha ppy Birthday. He encouraged residents to enjoy a safe and enjoyable Halloween.
11. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ORAL/WRITTEN REPORTS REGARDING
REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
A. MAYOR CHRIS BARAJAS
1. Mayor Chris Barajas gave an update on the Western Riverside Council of Governments – Administration & Finance Committee meeting of October 11, 2023.
2. Mayor Chris Barajas gave an update on the Western Riverside Council of Governments – I-REN Executive Committee meeting of October 17, 2023.
B. MAYOR PRO TEM GUILLERMO SILVA
1. Mayor Pro Tem Guillermo Silva gave an update on the Northwest Mosquito and Vector Control District meeting of October 19, 2023.
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C. COUNCIL MEMBER BRIAN BERKSON
1. Council Member Brian Berkson gave an update on the Riverside County Transportation Commission meeting of October 11, 2023.
2. Council Member Brian Berkson gave an update on the Northwest Transportation Now Coalition meeting of October 12, 2023.
3. Council Member Brian Berkson gave an update on the Metrolink / Southern California Regional Rail Authority – Audit and Finance Committee meeting of October 13, 2023.
4. Council Member Brian Berkson gave an update on the Mobile Source Air Pollution Annual Workshop of October 19, 2023.
12. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE
City Manager Rod Butler congratulated Mayra Jackson and Jose Cuellar who were recently selected as Chair and Vice Chair of the Public Works Advisory Committee for the 2023 - 24 Calendar Year. Mr. Butler reviewed the proposed holiday schedule, which includes the cancelation of the January 4, 2024 Council meeting.
13. SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Lieutenant John Shulda gave an overview of the City’s Noise Ordinance, including the history, implementation and results. He reported that between May 2022 through May 2023, the RSO received 2,472 noise complaints. These calls are a quality of life issue for many residents. Due to the large number of complaints, additional City funding was requested to address these quality of life issues. Lieutenant Shulda highli ghted JVMC Section 11.05.060C, which prohibits noise amplifying equipment and loud music between the hours of 10:00 pm – 8:00 am. Lieutenant Shulda provided additional information and responded to Council’s questions.
14. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. OCTOBER 5, 2023 REGULAR MEETING
A motion was made by Council Member Brian Berkson, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Guillermo Silva, to approve the Minutes of the October 5, 2023 meeting.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
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15. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF
THE TITLE AND TEXT OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
INCLUDED IN THE AGENDA
Requested Action: That the City Council waive the reading of the title and text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda. In accordance with Government Code Section 34934, the title of each ordinance is included on the published agenda and a copy of the full ordinance has been available to the public online on the City’s website and will be available in print at the meeting prior to the introduction or passage of the ordinance.
B. FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
JURUPA VALLEY AND CI VICA LAW GROUP, APC, FOR ON -CALL
LEGAL SERVICES
Requested Action: That t he City Council approve the First Amendment to the Agreement between the City of Jurupa Valley and Civica Law Group, APC (CIVICA) for On-Call Legal Services and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement in substantially the form and format attach ed to the staff report as approved by the City Attorney.
C. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH RSG, INC. FOR THE
DISTRICT AT JURUPA VALLEY PROJECT
Requested Action: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to an Agreement with RSG, Inc. for professional services for the District at Jurupa Valley project.
D. ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS OF DEDICATION FOR PUBLIC ROAD AND
DRAINAGE PURPOSES (AGUA MANSA COMMERCE PHASE II, LLC A
DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPNAY)
1. Requested Action: That the City Council accept the offer of dedication of an easement for public road and drainage purposes including public utility and public services purposes over the area as shown on Exhibit B of DED23-003.
2. Authorize the Director of Public Works and City Clerk to sign the Acceptance of Dedication for DED23-003.
E. ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY LOCAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN ANNEX AS REQUIRED BY THE FEDERAL
DISASTER MITIGATION ACT OF 2000
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Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2023-83, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTING THE CITY OF
JURUPA VALLEY'S LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN (LHMP)
AND AUTHORIZING THE PLAN TO ANNEX INTO THE RIVERSIDE
COUNTY OPERATIONAL AREA MULTI -JURISDICTIONAL LOCAL
HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN (MJLHMP) 2023 TO MEET THE
REQUIREMENTS OF THE DISASTER MITIGATION ACT OF 2000
F. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH URBAN3, INC., FOR
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS FOR THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY –
REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR FURTHER
DISCUSSION
Requested Action: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to an Agreement with Urban3, Inc. for professional services for an economic analysis for the City of Jurupa Valley.
G. APPROVAL OF A DIGITAL DISPLAY AGREEMENT AND AN AERIAL
ENCROACHMENT EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH GALLEANO
FAMILY TRUST AND GEORGIOS, LLC FOR THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 11347 RIVERSIDE DRIVE AND ADJAC ENT RIGHT OF
WAY FOR A DIGITAL DISPLAY
Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2023 -84, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY, APPROVING A DIGITAL DISPLAY AGREEMENT AND AN
AERIAL ENCROACHMENT EASEMENT AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO
JURUPA VALLEY MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 9.245.030.I WITH
GALLEANO FAMILY TRUST AND GEORGIOS, LLC, FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A DIGITAL DISPLAY PURSUANT TO SECTION
9.245.030.I OF THE JURUPA VALLEY MUNICIPAL CODE FOR THE PROPERTY AT 11347 RI VERSIDE DRIVE AND ADJACENT CITY
RIGHT OF WAY AND FINDING THE ACTIONS EXEMPT FROM CEQA
UNDER SECTION 15061 AND 15304 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES
City Attorney Peter Thorson announced that Council Member Altamirano will not be participating on Item 15.C. This is the amendment to the RSG Agreement for economic analysis of the District. This is based on the FPPC Opinion that advised her that the Project could have a material financial effect on her property. She does not need to leave the dais if it stays on the Consent Calendar, but if someone wants to pull it from the Consent Calendar, she will need to leave the dais and the Council Chamber.
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A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Guillermo Silva, seconded by Council Member Brian Berkson, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item No. 15.F, which was removed for further discussion.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
16. CONSIDERATION OF ANY ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT
CALENDAR
15.F CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH URBAN3, INC., FOR
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS FOR THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY –
REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR FURTHER
DISCUSSION
Council Member Armando Carmona requested that Item 15.F be removed from the Consent Calendar for further discussion.
Joe Perez, Community Development Director provided additional information and responded to Council’s questions.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Guillermo Silva, seconded by Council Member Brian Berkson, to authorize the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to an Agreement with Urban3, Inc. for professional services for an economic analysis for the City of Jurupa Valley.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
17. PUBLIC HEARINGS
18. COUNCIL BUSINESS
A. INITIATION OF THE PROCESS TO REPEAL THE MISSION DE ANZA SPECIFIC PLAN (SP123) APPLICABLE TO AN AREA ENCOMPASSING APPROXIMATELY 1,100 ACRES GENERALLY LOCATED WEST OF
THE JENSEN-ALVARADO RANCH, EAST OF PEDLEY ROAD AND
NORTH OF THE SANTA ANA RIVER
Roberto Gonzalez, Senior Planner, presented the staff report. Mr. Gonzalez reported that the Mission De Anza Specific Plan was first adopted by the C ounty of Riverside in 1974. It was implemented when most of the area was vacant and undeveloped land. Several amendments have been made over the years. Mr.
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Gonzalez explained some of the challenges with older specific plans. He outlined the initiation process, which originally began in 2016.
Further discussion followed.
Josh Steffy explained that many of his questions were answered during the Staff presentation. He questioned when property owners would be notified of any zone changes.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Guillermo Silva, seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano, to reconfirm 2016 initiation of the repeal of Mission de Anza Specific Plan No. 123, and, if reconfirmed, initiate the process to repeal the Mission de Anza Specific Plan; an d initiate a General Plan Amendment and a Change of Zone for the Mission de Anza Specific Plan No. 123 area.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
B. DISCUSSION AND APPROVAL OF NEW JURUPA VALLEY BRAND
IDENTITY AND LOGO
Michael Flad, Assistant City Manager, presented the staff report. He outlined what the City is looking for in a logo. He gave an overview of the branding process, which included stakeholder meetings, preliminary options, and final options.
Following discussion, the City Council by consensus, received, discussed and filed a presentation of Jurupa Valley brand identity concepts and provide d direction to staff related to the new Jurupa Valley brand identity and logo.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
19. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Brian Berkson asked for a recap of completed road improvements that could be shared with the community.
20. CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
City Attorney Peter Thorson had no report.