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MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE JURUPA VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
February 1, 2024
1. 6:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR CLOSED SESSION ● Guillermo Silva, Mayor
● Brian Berkson, Mayor Pro Tem
● Leslie Altamirano, Council Member
● Chris Barajas, Council Member
● Armando Carmona, Council Member
Mayor Guillermo Silva called the closed session meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
Council Member Brian Berkson arrived at 6:05 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. 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: City of Jurupa Valley, etc. v. Riverside Mining Company, LTD, et al. (Riverside Superior Court Case No. CVRI2303987).
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – INITIATION OF
LITIGATION. The City Council met in closed session with the City Attorney pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) with r espect to four matters of potential litigation. A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Attorney, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant exposure to litigation involving the City and the City Council will decide whether to initiate litigation
3. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
A. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ANY REPORTABLE ACTIONS I N CLOSED
SESSION
City Attorney Peter Thorson announced that there were no reportable actions taken.
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4. 7:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR REGULAR MEETING ● Guillermo Silva, Mayor
● Brian Berkson, Mayor Pro Tem
● Leslie Altamirano, Council Member
● Chris Barajas, Council Member
● Armando Carmona, Council Member
Mayor Guillermo Silva called the regular meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
5. INVOCATION was given by Pastor Greg Rondeau, Calvary Chapel, Jurupa Valley.
6. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Michael Flad.
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson, to approve the Agenda.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
8. PRESENTATIONS
A. RIVERSIDE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES -
INTRODUCTION OF “PET OF THE MONTH”
A 1-year old male Chihuahua mix named “Scrappy” was introduced to the Council.
Karee Mabee, Public Information Officer, announced that s ince it is raining in Riverside County today, all pet adoptions are free. She announced that the Shelter has partnered with Petco “Lovelost”, which has reunited over 300 lost pets, since July. Further information is available at petcolovelost.org. Anyone interested in giving this available pet a home is invited to contact the City’s Animal Control Services Department at https://www.rcdas.org.
B. PRESENTATION TO CONNIE CARDENAS
City Manager Rod Butler announced that Connie Cardenas has announced her resignation from the City and is leaving for a new position in the City of Calistoga.
Mr. Butler commended Ms. Cardenas for her dedicated work as Administrative Services Director.
The City Council presented Ms. Cardenas with an award of Excellence for her fiscal management and exemplary service to the City.
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9. PUBLIC APPEARANCE/COMMENTS
Colin Markovich, Field Representative for Assembly Member Sabrina Cervantes gave a legislative update. He announced that Assembly Member Cervantes and the California Highway Patrol will host an "Age Well: Drive Smart" program to help drivers stay safe on the road. The event will be held on Thursday, February 15 at the Eddie Dee Smith Senior Center. He reported that Ass embly Member Cervantes is looking forward to future partnerships with the City Council.
10. INTRODUCTIONS, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS, COUNCIL COMMENTS AND
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member Armando Carmona thanked everyone who attended the J urupa Area Recreation and Park District Trails Master Plan community meeting. It is important to be involved in the process and he encouraged residents to continue to stay engaged. He stated that he has organized a monthly community cleanup event along with residents of historic Mira Loma and the Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District. The next monthly cleanup event will be held this Saturday at Downey Park. Volunteers may contact him at City Hall.
Mayor Guillermo Silva conveyed happy birthday wishes to his parents.
11. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ORAL/WRITTEN REPORTS REGARDING
REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
A. MAYOR GUILLERMO SILVA
1. Mayor Guillermo Silva gave an update on the Interagency Coordinating Council meeting held January 26, 2024.
B. MAYOR PRO TEM BRIAN BERKSON
1. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson gave an update on the Riverside County Transportation Commission – Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee meeting of January 22, 2024.
2. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson gave an update on the Riverside County Transportation Commission Workshop meeting of January 25-26, 2024.
3. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson gave an update on the Metrolink / Southern California Regional Rail Authority meeting of January 26, 2024.
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12. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE
A. INTRODUCTION OF JUNE OVERHOLT, INTERIM FINANCE
DIRECTOR
City Manager Rod Butler introduced the City’s new Interim Finance Director, June Overholt. June will be serving in an interim basis until a permanent replacement is hired. He noted that Ms. Overholt is a seasoned professional who will be a valuable addition to the City’s management team.
Mr. Butler encouraged residents to plan for the heavy rain fall, which is expected to occur over the next several days. He presented a slide showing locations where residents may obtain sand and sandbags and other helpful resources.
13. SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT UPDATE
Lieutenant John Shulda gave an annual update o n commercial vehicle inspections, the Sheriff’s special enforcement team, problem -oriented policing, and participation in community events.
14. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. JANUARY 18, 2024 REGULAR MEETING
A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano , to approve the Minutes of the January 18, 2024 regular meeting, as amended.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
15. 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
$3,733,221.41
Requested Action: That the City Council ratify the check registers dated January 4, 11, and 18, 2024 as well as the payroll register dated January 5, 2024.
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C. SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF JURUPA VALLEY AND VAN DYKE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS,
INC. FOR ON-CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
4. Requested Action: That the City Council approve the Second Amendment to the Agreement between the City of Jurupa Valley and Van Dyke Landscape Architects, Inc. for On -Call Landscape Architectural Services 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; and
5. That the City Council a uthorize the Interim Finance Director to make any necessary budget adjustments.
D. AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND GRC ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR
ADMINISTRATION OF THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT HOME
REHABILITATION PROGRAM
1. Requested Action: That the City Council Approve the Agreement by and between the City of Jurupa Valley and GRC Associates, Inc. for administration of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Home Rehabilitation Program and authorize the City Manager to execut e the Agreement in substantially the form and format attached to the staff report as approved by the City Attorney; and
2. That the City Council authorize the Interim Finance Director to make any necessary budget adjustments.
Ms. Sells provided a brief presentation on the Home Rehabilitation Program as requested by C ouncil and the amount of funding that is available.
Council Member Leslie Altamirano requested that the six homeowners on the waiting list be awarded grant funding and allocate the remaining funds to help the businesses that are being negatively affected by the Jurupa Road Grade Separation Project.
Further discussion followed.
E. CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF 2024 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM
Requested Action: That the City Council approve the Legislative Platform for the Calendar Year 2024.
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F. REJECTION OF PROP OSALS FOR THE TRAFFI C SIGNAL DESIGN SERVICES AT PYRITE S TREET AND STATE ROUT E 60, PROJECT NUMBER 23114
Requested Action: That the City Council reject the proposals for traffic signal design services at the intersection of Pyrite Street and State Route 60, Project No. 23314 and authorize staff to re-advertise the project.
G. APPROVAL OF DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
Requested Action: That the City Council approve liquidation of surplus equipment on a quarterly schedule.
A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano , to approve the Consent Calendar , with an amendment to Item 13.D, that would designate grant funding to the six homeowners on the waiting list and the remaining grant funds to be allocated to the businesses that are being impacted by the Jurupa Road Grade Separation Project, as long as those businesses can prove their financial losses were also COVID-19 related.
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
17. PUBLIC HEARINGS
18. COUNCIL BUSINESS
A. APPROVAL TO ADOPT THE NEWLY PROPOSED CLASSIFICATION
AND COMPENSATION/BENEFITS PLAN AND NEW SALARY
SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
Staff Report presented by Michael Flad, Assistant City Manager. Mr. Flad reported that the proposed classification and compensation plan will make various changes to the City’s personnel organization. He outlined the details of the plan and the proposed benefit changes.
Council Member Armando Carmona discussed the City’s bilingual pay benefit, stating that he believes it should be a priority as it provides an essential value to non-English speakers and allows greater access to City services.
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Following discussion, the Cit y Council approved an increase to the current bilingual pay benefit to $140 per month.
A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano, to 1) approve the creation of a classification and compensation (salary) plan including, a 13 -Step, Pay Grade System, 17 title changes, 15 reclassifications, and 2 classification eliminations ; 2) approve an increase of one Part Time IT Technician position to full time (40 hours per week) and add one new Accountant (I) position to the organization ; 3) adopt the amended Authorized Positions Listing for 2023 -24; 4) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all newly created job descriptions including the ability to mak e minor non -substantive changes; 5) a uthorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all amended City Policies and Administrative Procedures related to the recommended changes in the Benefits Plan including Tuition Reimbursement, City Holidays, Floating Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Sick Leave and PTO Annual Max Accruals ; 6) increase the bilingual pay benefit to $140 per month to qualified employees; 7) authorize the Interim Finance Director to make any necessary budget adjustments ; and 8) Adopt Resolution No. 2024-03, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A NEW CLASSIFICATION
AND COMPENSATION PLAN INCLUDING A NEW STEP & RANGE
SALARY SCHEDULE FOR ALL CLASSIFICATIONS, AMENDED
AUTHORIZED POSITION LISTING AND BENEFIT PLAN CHANGES
19. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Guillermo Silva requested that a ballot measure for a future warehouse tax be brought back for further discussion.
20. CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
City Attorney Peter Thorson had no report.
21. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
There were no additional Council comments.
22. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the City Council, Mayor Guillermo Silva adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m.
The next meeting of the Jurupa Valley City Council will be held February 15, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the City Council Chamber, 8930 Limonite Avenue, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509.