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City Council
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
City Council Chamber – Norco City Hall
2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, CA 92860
CALLED TO ORDER
4:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Greg Newton, Council Member
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
Katherine Aleman, Council Member
Kevin Bash, Council Member
Ted Hoffman, Mayor Pro Tem
WORKSHOP
A.
City of Norco Market Study - Sixth Street and Hamner Avenue Gateway update City Manager Okoro introduced the report on the Norco Market Study - Sixth Street and Hamner Avenue Gateway.
He introduced Barry Foster with HDL to present prepared report to the City Council.
Mr. Foster presented the Norco Market Study prepared by HDL for the Sixth Street and Hamner Avenue Gateway.
Following discussion by the City Council Mayor Newton called for public comment.
There was not public comment at this time.
Mayor Newton adjourned the workshop.
CLOSED SESSION
§54956.9 – Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation Theresa Rogers v. City of Norco, et al.
Case No.: CVRI2200920
§54957.6 – Conference with Labor Negotiator
Negotiating Party: City Manager Okoro
Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO Local 606
§54956.8 - Conference with Legal Counsel - Real Property Negotiation Property: APNs: 121-110-001 and 121-110-003
City Negotiator: City Manager Andy Okoro
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
RETIREMENT RECEPTION
6:00 PM (Open to Public)
RECONVENED PUBLIC SESSION
7:00 PM
REPORT OF ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Harper stated that there were no reportable actions taken in closed sessions.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Ted Hoffman
INVOCATION
Mayor Pro Tem Grundmeyer
PRESENTATION
Presentations were made to City Manager Okoro by dignitaries, community members and friends recognizing his retirement from the City of Norco.
1. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS ON REGIONAL BOARDS
The Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem and Council Members provided reports on their recent individual participation in committees, commissions, regional boards and community organizations.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
a)
Approve Consent Calendar as presented.
Community Services Director Anglin pulled Item 2J for discussion, Council Member Bash pulled Item 2D for discussion, and Council Member Hoffman pulled item 2C for discussion.
M/S BASH/HOFFMAN Approve Consent Calendar as presented with Items 2J, 2C, and 2D pulled for discussion. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NEWTON, GRUNDMEYER, ALEMAN, BASH, AND HOFFMAN
NOES:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
NONE
2.A.
Waive Reading of all Ordinance Adoptions on this Agenda and Read by Title Only.
Action: Waived reading, by title only, of all Ordinances and Resolutions. Said Ordinances and Resolutions which appear on the agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
2.B.
Approval of City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Action: Approved the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of August 3, 2022.
2.E.
Authorizing Designated City of Norco Officers to Invest Monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund Action: Adopted
Resolution No. 2022-66
to repeal Resolution No. 2019-66, and to authorize designated City of Norco officers to invest monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund.
2.F.
Acceptance of the Sixth Street Widening (Hamner Avenue to I-15) Southbound On-Ramp Project Action: Accepted the Sixth Street Widening (Hamner Avenue to I-15) Southbound On-Ramp Project as complete and authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
2.G.
Amendment of FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to include additional funding for the MDP Line N-1G Storm Drain Project, acceptance of bids and award of Contract for the MDP Line N-1G Storm Drain Project Action: Adopted
Resolution No. 2022-67
to increase Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2027 CIP storm drain funding in the amount of $160,000 for the MDP N-1G Storm Drain Project; adopted Resolution No. 2022-68
to increase FY 2023-2027 CIP Street Improvement (149) funding in the amount of $229,000 for the street work associated with the MDP Line N-1G Storm Drain Project; accepted bids, awarded a contract to GCI Construction, Inc. for the MDP Line N-1G Storm Drain Project in the amount of $826,685; and authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 10 percent of the total bid amount.
2.H.
Amendment of FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to include additional Measure R funding for the Shadow Canyon Circle & Various Streets Improvement Project; and acceptance of bids and award of Contract for the Shadow Canyon Circle & Various Streets Improvement Project Action: Adopted
Resolution No. 2022-69
to amend Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2027 to increase CIP Measure R funding in the amount of $87,000 for the Shadow Canyon Circle & Various Streets Improvement Project, accepted bids, awarded a contract to All American Asphalt for the Shadow Canyon Circle & Various Streets Improvement Project in the amount of $624,145, and authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 10 percent of the total bid amount.
2.I.
Execution of a Cooperative Funding Agreement between the City of Norco and the Riverside County Flood Control & Water Conservation District for the Norco MDP Line N-1G Storm Drain Project Action: Approved the Cooperative Funding Agreement between the City of Norco and Riverside County Flood Control & Water Conservation District to design and construct the Norco MDP Line N-1G Storm Drain Project, subject to non-substantive changes and approval by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors; and authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement.
3. ITEM(S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
2.C.
Recap of Actions Taken by the Planning Commission at its Meeting Held on August 10, 2022 Council Member Hoffman asked that Mark Askey be removed from the Planning Commission Minutes and he had questions to Item 5A on the Planning Commission Agenda.
Following discussion with Planning Director Robles and City Attorney Harper, Council Member Hoffman stated no appeal will be requested at this time.
Mayor Newton called for public comment.
There was not public comment at this time.
Mayor Newton requested that staff update the City Council on the settlement agreement.
Following further discussion motion was made.
M/S HOFFMAN/ALEMAN Receive and file the recap of actions taken by the Planning Commission at its meeting held on August 10, 2022, with correction to minutes. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NEWTON, GRUNDMEYER, ALEMAN, BASH, AND HOFFMAN
NOES:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
NONE
2.D.
Approve Request to Update the Existing George Ingalls Equestrian Event Center Caltrans Signage on I-15 FWY at Sixth Street.
Council Members Bash and Hoffman thanked staff for their hard work.
Following discussion motion was made.
M/S BASH/HOFFMAN Approve the recommendation to update two Caltrans signs for northbound I-15 and southbound I-15 at the Sixth Street off-ramps from "George Ingalls Equestrian Event Center" to "Ingalls Equestrian Center - Veterans Memorial Plaza". The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NEWTON, GRUNDMEYER, ALEMAN, BASH, AND HOFFMAN
NOES:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
NONE
2.J.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between the City of Norco and Five Keys Schools and Programs Michelle presented the report on the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Norco and Five Keys Schools and Programs.
Mayor Newton opened public comments.
Mathew Highland Spoke in support of the EAT Program in support and it is a help to residents to afford to live here and grow their own vegetables and meat.
Tara Young spoke about the EAT Program in support, now selling eggs and it has changed her life.
Abigail Gibson spoke in support of the EAT Program and that it helped her find her community, homesteading and be self-sufficient.
Ty Mitchel spoke in support of the EAT Program stating he is a 35-year resident, this is a low-cost option, keeps cost down and affordable to continue learning.
Brendan Byrne spoke in support of the EAT Program stating great work on the property and management of the property.
Cynthia Ross spoke in support of the EAT Program, she stated she started her first business it is now fully utilizing her property, and stated her special needs daughter is helping.
Lane Loll has lived 15 years in Norco, supports the EAT Program and asked the City to continue the program.
Mayor Newton closed Public Comments.
Following discussion motion was made.
M/S HOFFMAN/ALEMAN Approve the MOU with Five Keys Schools and Programs The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NEWTON, GRUNDMEYER, ALEMAN, BASH, AND HOFFMAN
NOES:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
NONE
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Geoff Kahan spoke regarding the Memorial for 13 Fallen Soldiers to be held August 25th at 7 p.m.
Wayne Brown from RCTC gave an update on the 15 and 91 Freeway closures and projects.
Bonnie Slager spoke about the Norco Fair, announced NHA and RURAL cohosting a candidate's night on September 15, 2022 at Nellie Weaver Hall, and thanked City Manager Okoro for his service.
5. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
5.A.
Ordinance 1085 (City of Norco) Second Reading: A City-Initiated proposal to amend Norco Municipal Code Chapter 18.30 "General Provision Miscellaneous", to add Section 18.30.48 "Residential Lighting Standards". Zone Code Amendment 2022-04 M/S GRUNDMEYER/NEWTON Adopt Ordinance 1085, Second Reading, to amend Norco Municipal Code (NMC) Title 18 "Zoning", amending Chapter 18.30 "General Provision Miscellaneous" to add Section 18.30.48 "Residential Lighting Standards". Zone Code Amendment (ZCA) 2022-04.
The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NEWTON, GRUNDMEYER, ALEMAN, BASH, AND HOFFMAN
NOES:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
NONE
6. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEM(S)
6.A.
Kathy Azevedo Spirit of Norco Monument Construction Design and Cost Estimate Update Facilities and Maintenance Director Hamilton presented an update on the Kathy Azevedo Spirit of Norco Monument Construction Design and Cost Estimate.
Mayor and City Council had questions and concerns as to the increase in costs and the design company who is handling project.
Staff answered questions and discussed concerns.
Mayor Newton opened public comments.
Patrick Daniels from Caprock stated he or one of his staff members would like to serve on the subcommittee if that is established.
Mayor Newton closed public comments.
Following further discussion, motion was made to establish a Sub-committee for the Kathy Azevedo Spirit of Norco Monument.
M/S ALEMAN/GRUNDMEYER Establish a Sub-Committee for the Kathy Azevedo Spirit of Norco Monument with Mayor Newton and Council Member Bash to provide further direction to staff to complete the monument.
The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NEWTON, GRUNDMEYER, ALEMAN, BASH, AND HOFFMAN
NOES:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
NONE
6.B.
Ordinance 1086, Urgency Ordinance: Establishing a 45-day Moratorium on the Submittal and/or Approval of new Applications for Construction of Industrial and Warehouse Buildings.
City Attorney Harper Presented report on Ordinance 1086, Urgency Ordinance: Establishing a 45-day Moratorium on the Submittal and/or Approval of new Applications for Construction of Industrial and Warehouse Buildings.
Council Member Hoffman had questions as to the process.
City Attorney Harper clarified the process.
Mayor Newton opened public comment.
There was no public comment at this time.
Following discussion motion was made.
M/S GRUNDMEYER/ALEMAN Adopt Ordinance 1086, Urgency Ordinance, to enact a 45-day moratorium on the submittal and/or approval of new applications for the construction of industrial and warehouse buildings within the City of Norco.
The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NEWTON, GRUNDMEYER, ALEMAN, BASH, AND HOFFMAN
NOES:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
NONE
6.C.
Response Demand to Rescind and Cease and Desist pursuant to California Government Code Section 54960.2 from FH II, LLC (“Frontier”) Council Member Aleman recused herself from the dais as she has conflict with this item.
City Attorney Harper presented report regarding the response tp Demand to Rescind and Cease and Desist pursuant to California Government Code Section 54960.2 from FH II, LLC.
Mayor Newton and Council Members had questions and concerns that were addressed by City Attorney Harper.
Mayor Newton opened public comment.
Mike Thompson had questions regarding the demand letter.
Mayor Newton closed public comment.
Following further discussion motion was made.
M/S NEWTON/BASH Approve the attached commitment pursuant to California Government Code Section 54960.2. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NEWTON, GRUNDMEYER, BASH, AND HOFFMAN
NOES:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
ALEMAN
7. CITY COUNCIL / STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
City Clerk Roa discussed the November 8, 2022 Elections.
City Manager Okoro expressed his thanks for the Time at the City of Norco working with City Council and Staff and he will cherish it.
Council Member Hoffman discussed Norco High Class Reunion and that many at the reunion discussed what a great life they have had living in Norco.
Katherine Aleman spoke about the MOU for the EAT Program.
Mayor Newton discussed that the final escrow papers on sierra property and escrow will close tomorrow Thursday August 18, 2022.
8. ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned meeting at 10:08 Closed in honor Dr. John Koenig, first City Council Member and Donald Heaton, Teacher and Coach both beloved Community Members. _________________________________
Dana Roa, CMC
City Clerk