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MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE JURUPA VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
August 1, 2024
8930 Limonite Avenue, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
1. 6:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR STUDY 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 study session to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. STUDY SESSION
A. REVIEW OF CITY MOBILE FOOD VENDING
Irwin Salas, Code Enforcement Supervisor, provided an informational presentation on the City’s mobile vending regulations.
Jesus Garcia voiced concern that many of the current food vendors are operating illegally and taking away business from legitimate businesses who are required to obtain proper licensing. He indicated that on the weekends, many local restaurants see little to no business.
Following the study session, the City Council provided input and directed that the matter be brought back for further discussion.
Mayor Silva adjourned the study session at 6:45 p.m.
3. 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 7:04 p.m.
4. INVOCATION was given by Todd Dannelley, Calvary Chapel, Jurupa Valley.
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5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Dianne Guevara.
6. 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
7. PRESENTATIONS
A. RIVERSIDE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES -
INTRODUCTION OF “PET OF THE MONTH”
“Maxi”, a 4-year old female pit bull, who has been at the shelter since June 3, 2024, was introduced to the Council. Anyone interested in giving Maxi a home is encouraged to contact the City’s Animal Control Services Department at https://www.rcdas.org.
B. INTRODUCTION OF POLICE CAPTAIN JUSTIN ROWAN
Mayor Guillermo Silva introduced Captain Justin Rowan who will serve as Jurupa Valley’s newest police captain. Captain Rowan provided a brief history of his service through the ranks of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office.
C. PROCLAMATION COMMEMORATING NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Mayor Silva presented a proclamation celebrating National Night Out to Lieutenant John Shulda. The proclamation celebrates National Night Out as an annual public safety campaign that promotes police -community partnerships and friendly neighborhoods.
8. PUBLIC APPEARANCE/COMMENTS
David Daneshmayeh voiced a concern that the vacant lot next to City Hall is full of trash, overgrown weeds, and is a fire hazard. He stated that the customer experience at the City Hall front counter is inefficient and antiquated and should be automated with a self -serve kiosk.
Mirna Torres referred to the previous speaker , noting that a local non -profit suffered an unfortunate and costly experience when he was hired to do inspection work for them. She cautioned city residents to be aware of this situation.
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Tim Harrod voiced concern regarding several code enforcement violations at his property, which were caused by local homeless individuals.
Mayor Guillermo Silva referred Mr. Harrod to City staff.
9. INTRODUCTIONS, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS, COUNCIL COMMENTS AND
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member Leslie Altamirano thanked all those who helped support last Saturday’s “Christmas in July” event at Vernola Park, especially the Jurupa Valley Adopt-A-Family Mayor Guillermo Silva, and the Jurupa District Lions . T he event brought out many families and it was nice to see the community come together in a positive way.
Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson gave an update on the new Shops at Jurupa and announced the grand openings of Chipotle Mexican Grill, Starbucks, and Ono Hawaiian BBQ.
Council Member Armando Carmona thanked the Latinas in the community who are taking leadership roles and actively participating in advocacy groups such as “Latina Empowerment Day.”
Mayor Guillermo Silv a announced a District 2 Town Hall meeting will be held on Thursday, August 8 at 6:00 pm at Jurupa Valley High School. He encouraged residents to stop by to ask questions and get updates on various community programs.
10. 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 of July 26, 2024.
B. MAYOR PRO TEM BRIAN BERKSON
1. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson gave an update on the Metrolink / Southern California Regional Rail Authority Board of Directors meeting of July 26, 2024.
C. COUNCIL MEMBER CHRIS BARAJAS
1. Council Member Chris Barajas gave an update on the Western Riverside Council of Governments – I-REN Executive Committee meeting of July 16, 2024.
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11. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE
Michael Flad, Assistant City Manager, provided a brief update to the City Council . He thanked Monique Claude and Jaclynn Torres for their efforts in coordinating this year’s National Night Out community event. He acknowledged Colby Diuguid, General Manager of the Jurupa Area Recreation and Park District for providing access to their facilities.
12. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. JULY 18, 2024 REGULAR MEETING
A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson, to approve the Minutes of the regular meeting of July 18, 2024.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
13. 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 age nda. 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. CONSIDERATION OF CHECK REGISTER IN THE AMOUNT OF
$3,598,905.64
Requested Action: That the City Council ratify the check registers dated July 2, 10, and 18, 2024 as well as the payroll registers dated July 5, 2024.
C. ORDINANCE NO. 2024-15
Requested Action: That the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2024-15, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY OF CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. PS 2024-002 (PUBLIC SAFETY, RUBIDOUX
COMMERCIAL) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX
THEREIN
D. ORDINANCE NO. 2024-16
Requested Action: That the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2024-16, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 8.1 5 (FLOODPLAIN
MANAGEMENT) OF THE J URUPA VALLEY MUNICIP AL CODE TO
COMPLY WITH FEMA REQ UIREMENTS, AND MAKE A FINDIN G OF
EXEMPTION PURSUANT T O THE CALIFORNIA ENV IRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT SECTION 15061(B)(3)
E. QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDING
JUNE 30, 2024 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
Requested Action: That the City Council receive and file the quarterly investment report for quarter ending June 30, 2024 (fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2023-24).
F. CONSIDERATION OF A P UBLIC HIGHWAY AT -GRADE CROSSING
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND UNION
PACIFIC RAILROAD COM PANY COVERING THE IMPROVEMENTS
OF THE 28 TH STREET AND THE AGUA MANSA ROAD AT -GRADE
PUBLIC ROAD CROSSING AREA
1. Requested Action: That the City Council approve the Agreement between the City of Jurupa Valley and Union Pacific Railroad Company covering the improvements of 28th Street at-grade public road crossing 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.
2. That the City Council approve the Agreement betwee n the City of Jurupa Valley and Union Pacific Railroad Company covering the reconstruction of the Agua Mansa Road at-grade public road crossing 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.
3. Authorize the Finance Director to make any necessary budget adjustments.
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G. A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY TO ESTABLISH CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. PS 2022 -003 (PUBLIC
SAFETY, SEQUANOTA HEIGHTS) AND TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF
A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. PS 2022 -003 (PUBLIC SAFETY,
SEQUANOTA HEIGHTS); GENERALY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST
CORNER OF CANAL STREET AND OPAL STREET AND NORTH OF
STATE ROUTE 60
Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-80, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. PS 2022 - 003 (PUBLIC SAFETY, SEQUANOTA HEIGHTS) AND TO AUTHORIZE
THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. PS 2022 -003 (PUBLIC
SAFETY, SEQUANOTA HEIGHTS)
H. ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS OF DEDICATION FOR PUBLIC ROAD AND
UTILITY EASEMENT ADJACENT TO CANAL STREET (LZ
DEVELOPMENT, LLC, APN 179-051-001)
1. Requested Action: That the City Council accept the offer of dedication of an easement for public road and utility purposes, i ncluding public services purposes over, upon, across, and within the area as described in Exhibit A and shown on Exhibit B of DED23-006.
2. Authorize the Director of Public Works and City Clerk to sign the Acceptance of Dedication for DED23-006.
I. SUMMARY VACATION OF A PORTION OF THE PUBLIC UTILITY AND EMERGENCY VEHICLE AC CESS EASEMENT LOT “H ” AND “U” OF
PARCEL MAP NO. 37528
Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-81, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, SUMMARILY VACATING A PUBLIC UTILITY AND EMERGENCY VEHICLE ACCESS EASEMENT LOT “H” AND “U”
OF PARCEL MAP NO. 37528
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J. APPROVAL OF SIXTH AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH
FIRSTCARBON SOLUTI ONS CORPORATION FOR THE
PREPARATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS FOR THE PROPOSED “RIO VISTA
SPECIFIC PLAN” PROJECT (CASE NUMBER: MA16045); (APPLICANT:
RICHLAND COMMUNITIES)
Requested Action: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the Sixth Amendment to the Agreement with First Carbon Solutions Corporation for the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and supporting documents, for the proposed “Rio Vista Specific Plan” project in an amount not to exceed $ 589,365.00, to be funded entirely by the applicant ’s advance deposit sufficient to cover the EIR administrative costs.
A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas , seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson, to approve the Consent Calendar.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None
Absent: None
14. CONSIDERATION OF ANY ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT
CALENDAR
15. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER MA23345; EXTENSION OF TIME NO. 1 FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 21008 FOR THE
LEGALIZATION OF, AND IMPROVEMENTS RELATED TO, A LUMBER
YARD ON A 0.9 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 5529 26TH STREET; APN: 178- 102-009
Staff Report presented by Jesus Huerta, Associate Planner. Mr. Huerta outlined the historical background of the property, noting that in March 2021, Code Enforcement received an anonymous complaint. In October 2021, the applicant submitted a CUP application to legalize a lumber yard. In July 2023, the Planning Commission approved the CUP and imposed special conditions, which included the demolition of existing structures and compliance with the City’s noise ordinance. Mr. Huerta advised that City Council may approve up to two (2) one - year (1) year extensions of time. One (1) more extension of time would be allowed if this EOT is approved.
Further discussion followed.
Mayor Guillermo Silva opened the public hearing.
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Lauro Grona (applicant) stated that he is requesting the EOT as his busin ess is currently struggling in today’s economy. He promised to work with City staff to meet all of the CUP requirements in a timely manner.
Further discussion followed.
There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson, seconded by Council Member Armando Carmona, to adopt Resolution No. 2024-82, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY TO APPROVE AN EXTENSION OF TIME FOR CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT (CUP NO. 21008) FOR THE LEGALIZATION OF, AND IMPROVEMENTS RELATED TO, A 5,100 SQUARE FOOT LUMBER
YARD ON THE REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5529 26TH STREET
(APN 178-102-009), AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
Ayes: L. Altamirano, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva
Noes: C. Barajas
Absent: None
16. COUNCIL BUSINESS
A. FUNDING DISCUSSION REGARDING THE CONCLUSION OF THE
GRANT FUNDED CRISIS STABILIZATION UNITS PROGRAM
Staff Report presented by Michael Flad, Assistant City Manager. Mr. Flad reported that since June 2020, the City Council has provided grant funding to Path of Life to provide Crisis Stabilization Units or transitional apartments for those who are experiencing homelessness. Following Council’s direction, this item is being brought back with a recommendation for additional funding for a 6 -month extension for the Crisis Stabilization Units.
Further discussion followed.
A motion was made by Council Member Leslie Altamirano , seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson , to approve the additional funding for a 6 - month extension for the Crisis Stabilization Units.
Ayes: L. Altamirano, B. Berkson, G. Silva
Noes: C. Barajas, A. Carmona
Absent: None