AGENDA
City Council
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
City Council Chamber – Norco City Hall
2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, CA 92860
CALL TO ORDER 6:00 PM
ROLL CALL Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
Kevin Bash, Mayor Pro Tem
Katherine Aleman, Council Member
Berwin Hanna, Council Member
Greg Newton, Council Member
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Agency designated representative: City Manager Sassoon
Employee organization: Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO Local 606
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property: APN: 126-050-002, 126-050-004 & 129-380-010
Agency negotiator: City Manager
Negotiating Parties: City of Norco
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
RECONVENE PUBLIC SESSION 7:00 PM
REPORT OF ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Berwin Hanna
INVOCATION Pastor Michelle Ehrenberg
The Redeemer's Community Church
PERFORMANCE Norco High School Choir Christmas
Caroling
RECOGNITION Recognition of Years of Service
Riverside County Sheriff's Deputy
John Bloomer
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PRESENTATIONS Community Spirit Award
Glasper James Jr.
General Plan Update
Jean Ward, Sargent Town Planning
Inc.
1. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS ON REGIONAL BOARDS
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
All items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and may be enacted by one motion. Prior to the motion to consider any action by the presiding governmental body, any public comments on any of the Consent Items will be heard. There will be no separate action unless members of the governmental body or the audience request specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar. Items removed from the Consent Calendar will be separately considered under Item 3 of the Agenda.
2.A. Waive Reading of all Ordinance Adoptions on this Agenda and Read by Title Only.
RECOMMENDATION:
Waive 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.
Staff Report - Pdf
2.B. Approval of City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 15, 2023.
Staff Report - Pdf
2.C. Acceptance of the Belgian Drive Waterline Project as Complete RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the Belgian Drive Waterline Project as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
Staff Report - Pdf
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2.D. Acceptance of the Bluff Street Waterline Replacement Project as Complete RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the Bluff Street Waterline Replacement Project as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
Staff Report - Pdf
2.E. Acceptance of the Trotter Trail Roadway Construction Project as Complete RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the Trotter Trail Roadway Construction Project as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
Staff Report - Pdf
2.F. A proposal to amend the previously adopted Objective Development Standards to reduce the parking requirement for studio and one-bedroom multi-family units from 2 spaces per unit to 1.5 spaces per unit.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution 2023-73, approving an amendment to the Objective Development Standards.
Staff Report - Pdf
2.G. Oversight Board of the Successor Agency to the Norco Community Redevelopment Agency and City of Norco Fiscal Year 2024-25 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule Including administrative Budget RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Successor Agency Resolution No. 2023-01, approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule including Administrative Budget for the Fiscal Year 2024-25.
Staff Report - Pdf
3. ITEM(S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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This is the time when persons wishing to address the presiding governmental body regarding the Consent Calendar, Legislative Matters or items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the legislative body. Please submit a speaker card to the Meeting Clerk. Please limit comments to three minutes or less. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the governmental body’s ability to respond to comments on non-agendized matters at the time such comments are made. The governmental body shall not discuss or act relative to any general public comment.
5. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
No new evidence will be heard from the public as the public hearing has been closed regarding the items listed. If new substantial amendments are made to the Ordinance at this time, the Ordinance will require a "Third" reading and public comments will be allowed.
5.A. Ordinance No. 1107, Second Reading: Amending Norco Municipal Code Title 9 “Peace, Safety and Morals”, to add Chapter 9.53 “Catalytic Converter Theft”.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Ordinance No. 1107, Second Reading: Amending Norco Municipal Code Title 9 “Peace, Safety and Morals”, to add Chapter 9.53 “Catalytic Converter Theft”.
Ordinance No. 1107 Second Reading Report - Pdf
6. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEM(S)
Order of Presentation for Discussion Items:
1. Staff Report Presentation
2. Council Questions of Staff
3. Public Comment
4. Council Discussion and Action
6.A. Consideration of a Resolution establishing policies and procedures for accepting donations on behalf of the City.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Resolution No. 2023-72, establishing policies and procedures for accepting donations on behalf of the City.
Staff Report - Pdf
7. CITY COUNCIL / STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
8. ADJOURNMENT
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in this meeting is encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office at (951) 270-5623 or [email protected] at least 48 hours prior to the meeting so that reasonable arrangements can be made to ensure accessibility. Staff reports are on file in the City Clerk’s Office.
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Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the presiding governmental body regarding any item on this agenda will be available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office during normal business hours at Norco City Hall, located at 2870 Clark Avenue in Norco. The meeting is recorded.
City Council
STAFF REPORT
Date: December 6, 2023 Agenda Item:
2.A.
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Dana Roa, City Clerk
Prepared By: Sophia Thompson, Deputy City Clerk
Department: City Clerk
SUBJECT:
Waive Reading of all Ordinance Adoptions on this Agenda and Read by Title Only.
RECOMMENDATION:
Waive 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.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
City Council
STAFF REPORT
Date: December 6, 2023 Agenda Item:
2.B.
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Dana Roa, City Clerk
Prepared By: Sophia Thompson, Deputy City Clerk
Department: City Clerk
SUBJECT:
Approval of City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of November 15, 2023.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):
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DRAFT - MINUTES
City Council
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
City Council Chamber – Norco City Hall
2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, CA 92860
CALL TO ORDER 4:30 PM
ROLL CALL Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
Kevin Bash, Mayor Pro Tem
Katherine Aleman, Council Member
Berwin Hanna, Council Member
Greg Newton, Council Member
WORKSHOP
A. Consideration of Options and Recommendation for the Moreno Arena Bleacher Replacement Project
Facilities and Maintenance Director Hamilton introduced item and introduced the Consultants from Herk Edwards, Inc. and SturdiSteel to answer questions on bleachers at George Ingalls Event Center.
Consultant Robert Groppe from SturdiSteel introduced himself and his business.
Consultant Steve Saunders from Herk Edwards, Inc. introduced himself and his business.
Facilities and Maintenance Director Hamilton presented the report on the Options and Recommendation for the Moreno Arena Bleacher Replacement Project.
Mayor Grundmeyer, Mayor Pro Tem Bash, Council Member Aleman, Council Member Hanna and Council Member Newton had questions and concerns regarding the Options of the Moreno Arena Bleacher Replacement Project.
Consultant Groppe, Consultant Saunders, Contract City Engineer David Gilbertson and Facilities and Maintenance Director Hamilton answered questions and addressed concerns.
Mayor Grundmeyer opened Public Comments.
Sigrid Williams spoke regarding support for Option 4.
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Bonnie Slager spoke regarding support for Option 4.
Greg Bowen spoke regarding City Yard green fencing near Moreno Arena needing to be removed, support for Option 4 and the need for additional parking.
Mayor Grundmeyer closed Public Comment.
Mayor Grundmeyer, Mayor Pro Tem Bash, Council Member Aleman, Council Member Hanna and Cancel Member Newton had additional questions and concerns regarding the Options and Recommendations of the Project.
Facilities and Maintenance Director Hamilton and Finance Director Free answered questions and concerns.
Following further discussion and without formal motion, the City Council provided direction to staff regarding options for bleachers to discuss with stakeholder groups and bring back to City Council for further review.
Mayor Grundmeyer adjourned the Workshop at 5:48 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Grundmeyer adjourned to Closed Sessions at 5:48 P.M.
City Attorney Burns read Closed Session items to be discussed.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--EXISTING LITIGATION
Existing litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9:
Eller v. City of Norco, et al.
Case No.: 22-164552
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property: APN 130-240-008
Agency negotiator: City Manager
Negotiating parties: City of Norco and Newmark
Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Agency designated representative: City Manager Sassoon
Employee organization: Utility Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO Local 606
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CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: (1 potential case)
RECONVENE PUBLIC SESSION 7:00 PM
REPORT OF ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Burns stated that there was nothing to report on the Closed Session items discussed and that item regarding Conference with Labor Negotiator was not heard.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Katherine Aleman
INVOCATION Mayor Robin Grundmeyer
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) Approval of Consent Calendar as presented.
Mayor Pro Tem Bash pulled item 2.C. for discussion.
Community Member Randy Moroney submitted Public Comment card for item
2.I. to be pulled for discussion
M/S ALEMAN/HANNA to approve Consent Calendar as presented. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BASH, ALEMAN, HANNA, AND NEWTON
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
2.A. Waive Reading of all Ordinance Adoptions on this Agenda and Read by Title Only.
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Waive 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 November 1, 2023.
2.D. Establishing U.N.L.O.A.D. Committee by Resolution
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 2023-67, to transfer the U.N.L.O.A.D. Administrative Policy to a Resolution.
2.E. Projects for Consideration for Use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds, Program Year 2024-25, through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the County of Riverside Department of Housing, Homelessness Prevention and Workforce Solutions (HHPWS) Action: Considered and submitted the following projects for funding through the Community Development Block Grant FY 2024-25 Program Year:
1. Senior Citizens Recreation and Community Service Leader
2. Corydon Staging Area ADA Restroom Replacement Project
2.F. Acceptance of the Pole Barn Project as Complete (Project No. 54410.1) Action: Accepted The Pole Barn Project as complete and authorized the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
2.G. Acceptance of the Third Street Pavement Project (Hillside to Temescal Avenue) as Complete
Action: Accepted the Third Street Pavement Project (Hillside to Temescal Avenue) as complete and authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
2.H. Acceptance of the Norco MDP Lateral N-1G Storm Drain Project as Complete Action: Accepted the Norco MDP Lateral N-1G Storm Drain Project as complete and authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
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2.J. Acceptance of the FY 2022-23 Residential Street Overlay Project as Complete Action: Accepted the FY 2022-23 Residential Street Overlay Project as complete and authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
2.K. City Council Holiday Meeting Schedule
Action: Canceled City Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday January 3, 2024.
3. ITEM(S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
2.C. Recap of Actions Taken by the Planning Commission at its Meeting Held on November 8, 2023
Mayor Pro Tem Bash had questions regarding the reduction in parking standards.
Community Development Director Robles answered questions.
Following discussion, motion was made.
M/S BASH/HANNA to receive and file the recap of actions taken by the Planning Commission at its meeting held on November 8, 2023. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BASH, ALEMAN, HANNA, AND NEWTON
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
2.I. Adoption of a Resolution to modify the fee waiver incentives in the approved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Legalization Pilot Program.
Community Member Randy Moroney spoke regarding the ADU requirements in relation to permitted and unpermitted ADU’s and the requirement of School District Fees.
M/S BASH/HANNA to adopt Resolution 2023-68, to modify the fee waiver incentives in the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Legalization Pilot Program. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BASH, ALEMAN, AND HANNA
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NOES: NEWTON
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No Public Comments were received at this time.
5. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEM(S)
5.A. Ordinance No. 1107, First Reading: Amending Norco Municipal Code Title 9 “Peace, Safety and Morals”, to add Chapter 9.53 “Catalytic Converter Theft”.
City Manager introduced item and Connor to present.
Administration Intern Connor Pemberton presented report on Ordinance No. 1107, Catalytic Converter Theft.
Mayor Pro Tem Bash commended Intern Pemberton’s report and had no further questions.
Motion was made.
M/S BASH/ALEMAN to adopt Ordinance No. 1107, First Reading: Amending Norco Municipal Code Title 9 “Peace, Safety and Morals”, to add Chapter 9.53 “Catalytic Converter Theft”.
The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BASH, ALEMAN, HANNA, AND NEWTON
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
5.B. Discussion of a Sixth Street Overpass Patriotic Mural - Oral Report City Manager Sassoon presented a report regarding the possible Sixth Street Overpass Patriotic Mural.
Mayor Pro Tem Bash and Council Member Aleman had questions and comments.
City Manager Sassoon answered questions and comments.
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Council Member Newton and Council Member Hanna had questions and comments.
City Manager Sassoon answered questions and concerns.
Following further discussion and without formal motion, City Council provided direction to City Staff to include Planning for a possible Patriotic Mural as a future CIP project.
6. PUBLIC HEARING(S)
6.A. Conduit financing for the Clark Terrace Apartments Affordable Housing Project California Municipal Finance Authority Representative Travis Cooper presented a report on Conduit Financing for the Clark Terrace Apartments Affordable Housing Project.
Council Member Newton and Council Member Aleman had questions and concerns.
Representative Cooper and Beacon Development Group Representative Orest Dolyniuk answered questions and concerns.
Mayor Grundmeyer opened Public Hearing.
There were no Public Comments received at this time.
Mayor Grundmeyer closed Public Hearing.
M/S BASH/ALEMAN
1) Conduct the public hearing under the requirements of Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act (TEFRA) and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”).
2) Adopt Resolution No. 2023-69, (A) approving the issuance of the Bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) for the benefit of Clark Terrace LLC, a California limited liability company (the “General Partner”), an affiliate of HumanGood Affordable Housing, a nonprofit public benefit corporation (the “Sponsor”), on behalf of Clark Terrace LP, a California limited partnership, or another ownership entity to be formed by the General Partner or another affiliate of the Sponsor (such limited partnership or other ownership entity, the “Borrower”), to provide for the financing of the Project, such adoption is solely for the purposes of satisfying the requirements of TEFRA, the Code and the
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California Government Code Section 6500 and following; and (B) authorize the Mayor or designee thereof to execute the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement with the CMFA. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BASH, ALEMAN, HANNA, AND NEWTON
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
6.B. Consideration of Alternate Forms of Resolutions to Declare the Results of the Assessment Ballot Tabulation for Landscape Maintenance District No. 2 - Western Pacific, Tract 25779
Facilities and Maintenance Director Hamilton presented a report on the Consideration of Alternate Forms of Resolutions to Declare the Results of the Assessment Ballot Tabulation for Landscape Maintenance District No. 2 - Western Pacific, Tract 25779 and Landscape Maintenance District No. 3 - Centex, Tract 28626.
Council Member Newton commended City staff for all their hard work.
Mayor Grundmeyer had comments regarding the outreach prior to the City Council Meeting and commended City staff for their hard work.
Mayor Grundmeyer opened Public Hearing.
No Public Comments were received at this time.
Mayor Grundmeyer closed Public Hearing.
Mayor Grundmeyer called a recess for the tabulation of the ballots.
City Clerk Roa, Deputy City Clerk Thompson and RKA Representative Cody Howen, tabulated the ballots for Landscape Maintenance District No. 2 - Western Pacific, Tract 25779 with the following results:
Assessment ballots submitted, and not withdrawn, in favor of the proposed assessment – 39
Assessment ballots submitted, and not withdrawn, in opposition of the proposed assessment – 49
Tabulation of ballots determined that there was a majority protest.
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Following the determination, motion was made.
M/S GRUNDMEYER/ALEMAN
If there is a majority protest, adopt the form of Resolution No. 2023-70 Declaring the Results of the Assessment Ballot Tabulation, Determining the Existence of a Majority Protest and Abandoning the Proceedings to Increase Such Assessment Therein for Landscape Maintenance District 2.
The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BASH, ALEMAN, HANNA, AND NEWTON
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
6.C. Consideration of Alternate Forms of Resolutions to Declare the Results of the Assessment Ballot Tabulation for Landscape Maintenance District No. 3 - Centex, Tract 28626
Mayor Grundmeyer opened Public Hearing.
No Public Comments were received at this time.
Mayor Grundmeyer closed Public Hearing.
Mayor Grundmeyer called a recess for the tabulation of the ballots.
City Clerk Roa, Deputy City Clerk Thompson and RKA Representative Cody Howen, tabulated the ballots for Landscape Maintenance District No. 3 - Centex, Tract 28626 with the following results:
Assessment ballots submitted, and not withdrawn, in favor of the proposed assessment – 17
Assessment ballots submitted, and not withdrawn, in opposition of the proposed assessment – 22
Tabulation of ballots determined that there was a majority protest.
Following the determination, motion was made.
M/S GRUNDMEYER/HANNA
If there is a majority protest, adopt the form of Resolution No. 2023-71 Declaring the Results of the Assessment Ballot Tabulation, Determining the Existence of a
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Majority Protest and Abandoning the Proceedings to Increase Such Assessment Therein for Landscape Maintenance District 3.
The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BASH, ALEMAN, HANNA, AND NEWTON
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
7. CITY COUNCIL / STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
City Manager Sassoon thanked City staff for their hard work on the Landscape Maintenance District Ballot education and outreach efforts, and gave her appreciation.
Council Member Newton addressed Public Works Director Blais regarding a guardrail on Valley View Ave that has been hit and has been in disrepair for some time.
Council Member Newton had a concern regarding grading permits in relation to their issuance before a building permit is submitted and requested that City staff do research on a proposed Resolution or Ordinance.
City Manager Sassoon stated that staff is working on an established ordinance and will bring it back for a future City Council Meeting for review.
Council Member Aleman thanked the Veterans Commission and complimented the Veterans Memorial Event that took place on Veterans Day.
Mayor Pro Tem Bash announced the upcoming Annual Pearl Harbor Day on December 7, 2023.
Mayor Pro Tem Bash made a motion to agendize the proposal of a new mascot, no second was received.
8. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Grundmeyer adjourned the meeting at 8:45 P.M.
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Dana Roa, CMC
City Clerk
City Council
STAFF REPORT
Date: December 6, 2023 Agenda Item:
2.C.
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Chad Blais, Public Works Director
Prepared By: Sam Nelson, Deputy City Engineer
Department: Public Works
SUBJECT:
Acceptance of the Belgian Drive Waterline Project as Complete RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the Belgian Drive Waterline Project as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
SUMMARY:
The Belgian Drive Waterline Project consisted of the installation of a new 12" water main on Belgian Drive between Corydon Avenue and Morgan Drive.
BACKGROUND:
On October 19, 2022, the City Council awarded a contract to Dominguez General Engineering in the amount of $373,247 and authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 10% for the Belgian Drive Waterline Project. The final contract amount paid to Dominguez General Engineering was $364,247. The decrease in the amount paid was due to the omission of a proposed waterline blow-off assembly.
Dominguez General Engineering has completed all the work required to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and a Notice of Completion has been prepared for recordation.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact for this item.
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
The approval of Notice of Completion is consistent with Strategic Direction #5 – Infrastructure and Asset Management: Ensure timely preservation, replacement, improvement and acquisition of infrastructure and capital assets.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney
City Council
STAFF REPORT
Date: December 6, 2023 Agenda Item:
2.D.
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Chad Blais, Public Works Director
Prepared By: Sam Nelson, Deputy City Engineer
Department: Public Works
SUBJECT:
Acceptance of the Bluff Street Waterline Replacement Project as Complete RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the Bluff Street Waterline Replacement Project as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
SUMMARY:
The Bluff Street Waterline Replacement Project consisted of the installation of a new 8" water main on Bluff Street between River Road and Stagecoach Drive.
BACKGROUND:
On February 1, 2023, the City Council awarded a contract to Borden Excavating, Inc. in the amount of $1,347,347 and authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 10% for the Bluff Street Waterline Replacement Project. The final contract amount paid to Borden Excavating, Inc. was $1,391,596. The increase in the amount paid was primarily due to increased waterline appurtenance quantities (pipe, valves, fittings), unforeseen utility conflicts and the upsizing of two water services.
Borden Excavating, Inc. has completed all the work required to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and a Notice of Completion has been prepared for recordation.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact for this item.
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
The approval of Notice of Completion is consistent with Strategic Direction #5 – Infrastructure and Asset Management: Ensure timely preservation, replacement, improvement and acquisition of infrastructure and capital assets.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney
City Council
STAFF REPORT
Date: December 6, 2023 Agenda Item:
2.E.
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Chad Blais, Public Works Director
Prepared By: Sam Nelson, Deputy City Engineer
Department: Public Works
SUBJECT:
Acceptance of the Trotter Trail Roadway Construction Project as Complete RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the Trotter Trail Roadway Construction Project as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.
SUMMARY:
The Trotter Trail Roadway Construction Project consisted of new curb & gutter and asphalt improvements on Trotter Trail.
BACKGROUND:
On March 15, 2023, the City Council awarded a contract to Hillcrest Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $434,555 and authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 10% for the Trotter Trail Roadway Construction Project. The final contract amount paid to Hillcrest Contracting, Inc. was $432,925. The decrease in the amount paid was due to reduced asphalt quantities.
Hillcrest Contracting, Inc. has completed all the work required to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and a Notice of Completion has been prepared for recordation.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact for this item.
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
The approval of Notice of Completion is consistent with Strategic Direction #5 – Infrastructure and Asset Management: Ensure timely preservation, replacement, improvement and acquisition of infrastructure and capital assets.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney
City Council
STAFF REPORT
Date: December 6, 2023 Agenda Item:
2.F.
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Alma Robles, Community Development Director
Prepared By: Vince Acuna, Senior Planner
Department: Planning
SUBJECT:
A proposal to amend the previously adopted Objective Development Standards to reduce the parking requirement for studio and one-bedroom multi-family units from 2 spaces per unit to 1.5 spaces per unit.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution 2023-73, approving an amendment to the Objective Development Standards.
SUMMARY:
This request is to amend the parking standards within the Objective Development Standards (ODS), reducing the required parking for studio and 1-bedroom units from 2 spaces per unit to 1.5 per unit. This amendment to the ODS is pursuant to the list of actions intended to facilitate the development of affordable housing, as part of the City’s Housing Element, which was certified by the state in 2022.
BACKGROUND:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND ANALYSIS: On March 16, 2022, the City Council adopted Objective Development Standards (ODS) to address changes in California State laws by placing an emphasis on standards that provide objective criteria as the basis for project approval or denial. These standards were adopted by the City Council to comply with California Senate Bill 35, and accordingly apply to the ministerial approval of proposals for new multifamily and mixed-use development within the City that qualify as an “SB35” project. Additionally, these Design Standards may be used as design guidelines for the discretionary review of multifamily and mixed-use development proposed within the City that does not qualify as an SB35 project and therefore does not qualify for ministerial review.
On October 13, 2022, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) certified Norco’s 6th Cycle (2021-2029) Housing Element. As part
of this Housing Element, the City committed to the implementation of various housing programs (categorized as “Actions”) designed to accommodate housing construction.
Actions 2.1 and 3.5 on the certified Housing Element pertain to removing parking constraints for affordable and special needs housing. The current ODS requirement of 2 parking spaces for studios and 1-bedroom multi-family units were seen by HCD as too high, and therefore impeded the reasonable development of affordable housing in the City. In order to address HCD's concerns, this ODS amendment will reduce the required parking ratio of studio and one-bedroom multi-family units from the current requirement of 2 spaces per unit to 1.5 spaces per unit (Attachment A).
At its regular meeting on November 8, 2023, the Planning Commission reviewed the ODS amendment and recommended that the City Council adopt the proposed changes.
IMPACT ANALYSIS PER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA): In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), the proposed amendment to the ODS has been deemed exempt from environmental review as there is no possibility that the proposed changes would have a significant impact on the environment pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). The amendment will not result in any increase in the intensity or density of any land use above what is currently allowed. Staff is recommending that a Notice of Exemption be prepared and filed in accordance with CEQA Guidelines.
Staff recommend that the City Council adopt the Resolution, adopting the requested amendment to the ODS.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no financial impact.
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
An amendment to the Objective Development Standards, pertinent to the the City's Housing Element to comply with State requirements, is consistent with Strategic Direction #3 - Economic Development and Financial Stability: Assure financial stability by expanding development efforts, diversifying revenue sources and continuing prudent financial management.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):
Attachment A - ODS Parking Revisions (changes in red)
CC Resolution 2023-73
2.4 Setbacks
From any public street frontage, no structure or parking lotshall be within twenty feet (20’) of the property line.
From any interior lot line adjacent to R-1 or A-1 zones, the setback from property line to building face shall be a minimum ofsixty feet (60’) consisting of the following:
• ten-foot (10’) high block wall,
• minimum five feet (5’) landscape planter,
• twenty-foot (20’) parking stall, covered carport, or garage (not to exceed twelve- feet in height),
• minimum twenty-five foot (25’) drive aisle,
• minimum five feet (5’) sidewalk, and
• minimum five feet (5’) landscape at the building face.
For any interior lot line adjacent to non R-1 or A-1 zones, structures shall be setback from the property line a minimum distance equal to one-half (1/2) the building height as measured from the ridgeline and/or parapet (i.e. a 24’ high building shall be setback 12’ from the property line, whereas a 10’ high building shall be setback 5’).
Parking lots shall be setback from interior lot lines adjacent to non R-1 or A-1 zones by a minimum 5 foot (5’) landscaped buffer.
2.5 Distance Between Buildings
The minimum distance between buildings on the same lotshall be fifteen feet (15’) side to side.
2.6 Walls, Fences and Structures
Within the Setback
When a non-single-family lot abuts an R-1 or A-1 lot anywhere but the front yard of said R-1/A-1 lot, a ten foot (10’) tall masonry wall is required.
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls shall not exceed six feet (6’) in height A maximum of three (3) successive walls are permitted, provided that they are at least five feet (5’) apart and have a slope between walls not to exceed 2:1 horizontal to vertical steepness and that they do not exceed a combined height of twelve feet (12’).
2.7 Off-Street Parking
Parking shall be provided at the following minimum ratios:
• 2 1.5 spaces for each studio or 1 bedroom unit
• 3 spaces for each 2 bedroom unit
• 4 spaces for each 3 bedroom unit
• 1 guest spaces for every 4 units
• 1 trailer space (minimum 10’ x 40’ with minimum turning radius of 40’) for every 20 units
Required parking stalls shall be a minimum of 9’ x 20’.
Parking design shall also comply with the standards in Section 3.3.
Attachment A
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-73
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORCO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE OBJECTIVE DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS TO REDUCE THE PARKING REQUIREMENT FOR
STUDIO AND ONE-BEDROOM MULTI-FAMILY UNITS FROM 2
SPACES PER UNIT TO 1.5 SPACES PER UNIT.
WHEREAS, the City of Norco initiated an amendment to the Objective Development Standards; and
WHEREAS, On November 8, 2023, the Planning Commission had a discussion regarding the amendment of the Objective Development Standards and adopted Resolution No. 2023-30 recommending that the City Council adopt the amendment of the Objective Development Standards; and
WHEREAS, On December 6, 2023, the City Council considered the amendment of the Objective Development Standards and received both oral and written testimony pertaining to the amendment; and
WHEREAS, the City of Norco acting as the Lead Agency has determined in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City of Norco Environmental Guidelines that the proposed Objective Development Standards could not have a significant effect on the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco DOES HEREBY RESOLVE the following findings and determinations:
I. FINDINGS:
A. The proposed amendment to the Objective Development Standards will not be inconsistent with, or contrary to, the General Plan or the Zoning Code since the amendment fulfills the City’s commitment to implement Actions 2.1 and 3.5 on the City of Norco’s 2021-2029 certified Housing Element.
B. The proposed amendment will not create conditions materially detrimental to public health, safety and general welfare.
C. The City of Norco acting as the Lead Agency has determined in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City of Norco Environmental Guidelines, a notice of exemption will be prepared for the Objective Development Standards amendment. It was determined that the proposed amendment could not have a significant effect on the environment, and a notice of exemption will be adopted.
Resolution No. 2023-73, Objective Development Standards Amendment December 6, 2023
II. DETERMINATION:
NOW THEREFORE, the City Council for the City of Norco assembled December 6, 2023, does hereby amend the Objective Development Standards, as follows:
2.4 Off-Street Parking
Parking shall be provided at the following minimum ratios:
• 1.5 spaces for each studio or 1 bedroom unit
• 3 spaces for each 2 bedroom unit
• 4 spaces for each 3 bedroom unit
• 1 guest spaces for every 4 units
• 1 trailer space (minimum 10’ x 40’ with minimum turning radius of 40’) for every 20 units
Required parking stalls shall be a minimum of 9’ x 20’.
Parking design shall also comply with the standards in Section 3.3. ##
Resolution No. 2023-73, Objective Development Standards Amendment December 6, 2023
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco at a regular meeting held on December 6, 2023.
__________________________
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
________________________
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California
Resolution No. 2023-73, Objective Development Standards Amendment December 6, 2023
I Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California at a regular meeting held December 6, 2023, by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on December 6, 2023.
_________________________
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California
City Council
STAFF REPORT
Date: December 6, 2023 Agenda Item:
2.G.
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Lisette Free, Finance Director
Prepared By: Lisette Free, Finance Director
Department: Finance
SUBJECT:
Oversight Board of the Successor Agency to the Norco Community Redevelopment Agency and City of Norco Fiscal Year 2024-25 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule Including administrative Budget
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Successor Agency Resolution No. 2023-01, approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule including Administrative Budget for the Fiscal Year 2024-25.
SUMMARY:
The Successor Agency to the Norco Community Redevelopment Agency (the “Successor Agency”) was formed to administer the enforceable obligations and otherwise unwind the affairs of the former Norco Community Redevelopment Agency (the “Former Agency”), all subject to the review and approval by a seven-member Oversight Board. Until June 30, 2018, each Successor Agency had a local Oversight Board that served this purpose. As of July 1, 2018, all local Oversight Boards have been replaced by consolidated countywide oversight boards as part of the streamlining and wind-down of redevelopment affairs.
Under Section 34171(h), a Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) is "the document setting forth the minimum payment amounts and due dates of payments required by enforceable obligations for each fiscal year as provided in subdivision (o) of Section 34177." Under the mandatory dates in the Dissolution Law, the Successor Agency must submit a copy of the ROPS for Fiscal Year 2024-25 (ROPS 24-25), after approval from the Oversight Board, to the County Administrative Officer (CAO), County Auditor-Controller (CAC), State Controller’s Office (SCO), and Department of Finance (DOF) by February 1, 2024. The ROPS 2024-25 contains the same enforceable obligations listed on the ROPS for Fiscal Year 2023-24.
BACKGROUND:
In accordance with the Dissolution Act and the additional technical and substantive amendments by the legislature in AB1484 and SB107, the Successor Agency to the Norco Community Redevelopment Agency has prepared the ROPS 2024-25 covering Enforceable Obligations for the period July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Staff will present ROPS to the Countywide Oversight Board for consideration and approval at its January 18, 2024 meeting. Following approval by the Oversight Board, the Successor Agency must submit a copy of the ROPS 2024-25 to the CAO, CAC, SCO, and DOF by February 1, 2024.
The ROPS 2024-25 provides a list of Eligible Obligations to be paid by the Successor Agency from all funding sources from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The Eligible Obligations to be paid during this period consist of debt service payments required to be made on bonds issued by the former Norco Community Redevelopment Agency for itself and on behalf of the Corona Norco Unified School District (CNUSD) in the amount of $6,052,527 minimum administrative cost allowance to be paid to the Successor Agency in the amount of $250,000. The total amount of obligations requested to be paid from Redevelopment Property Tax Trust Fund for Fiscal Year 2024-25 is $6,302,527.
Supplemental Education Revenue Augmentation Fund (SERAF). As part of the State of California’s Fiscal Year 2009-10 Budget, in an effort to reduce the State’s budget deficit, redevelopment agencies were required to shift property taxes for two years to the Supplemental Education Revenue Augmentation Fund (SERAF). The State shifted over $2 billion in property taxes statewide. The effect of the transfer increased K-12 and community colleges district revenue and reduced the financial support from the State.
Provisions of the law allowed for Redevelopment Agencies to borrow funds from their low- and moderate-income housing funds. The former Norco Community Redevelopment Agency borrowed $3 million from its Low- and Moderate- Income Housing Fund (LMIHF) to help make the total payment of $4,904,827 required of the former Norco Community Redevelopment Agency.
On July 7th, 2010, the former Norco Community Redevelopment Agency approved a resolution regarding the borrowing of funds from the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Fund to assist with the payment of the SERAF loan. On March 1, 2016, the Oversight Board approved the repayment schedule for the outstanding portion of the loan which was $2,500,000. The SERAF final obligation payment was made during FY 2023-24. As a result, there is no repayment required to be made in Fiscal Year 2024-25.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Successor Agency is limited to making payments reflected on an approved ROPS; therefore, approval of the ROPS by the Successor Agency, Oversight Board and DOF is essential to the continued operation of the Successor Agency and winding down of the affairs of the Former Agency. If the ROPS are approved, the General Fund will receive the minimum administrative cost reimbursement of $250,000.
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is consistent with Strategic Directive No. 3 - Economic Development and Financial Stability: Assure financial stability by expanding development efforts, diversifying revenue sources and continuing prudent financial management.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):
SA Resolution 2023-01
Attachment 1
Attachment 2
SA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE NORCO
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING THE
RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE INCLUDING
ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL PERIOD OF JULY 1,
2024 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025
WHEREAS, the Successor Agency to the Norco Community Redevelopment Agency (Successor Agency) has been established to take certain actions to wind down the affairs of the Norco Community Redevelopment Agency in accordance with Section 34173 of the Health and Safety Code; and
WHEREAS, prior to July 1, 2018 under the Dissolution Law, in particular Sections 34179 and 34180, certain actions of the Successor Agency were subject to the review and approval by a local seven-member Oversight Board, which oversaw and administered the Successor Agency’s activities during the period from dissolution until June 30, 2018; and
WHEREAS, on and after July 1, 2018 under the Dissolution Law, in particular Section 34179(j), in every California county there shall be only one Oversight Board that is staffed by the County Auditor-Controller, with certain exceptions that do not apply in the County of Riverside; and
WHEREAS, on and after July 1, 2018 the County of Riverside, through the Riverside County Auditor Controller, established the single Riverside Countywide Oversight Board (Oversight Board) in compliance with Section 34179(j), which serves as the Oversight Board to all of the Successor Agencies existing and operating in Riverside County, including the Successor Agency; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 34171(h) of the Dissolution Act, a Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule means the document setting forth the minimum payment amounts and due dates of payments required by enforceable obligations for each annual fiscal period as provided in Section 34177(o) of the Dissolution Act; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 34177(j) of the Dissolution Act, the Successor Agency is required to prepare and submit to the Oversight Board an Administrative Budget for each annual fiscal period corresponding to each Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 34177(o) of the Dissolution Act, the Successor Agency must prepare, approve, and submit to the Oversight Board for approval its Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for the period covering July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 (also referred to as ROPS 24-25); and
SA Resolution No. 2023-01 – ROPS and Administrative Budget FY 2024-2025
December 6, 2023
WHEREAS, the Successor Agency has prepared its ROPS 24-25 and the Administrative Budget for the period covering July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025; and WHEREAS, the Successor Agency desires to approve the ROPS 24-25 and the Administrative Budget in the forms attached to this Resolution as Attachment Nos. 1 and 2, respectively, which are incorporated herein by this reference; and WHEREAS, following approval of ROPS 24-25 and Administrative Budget by the Successor Agency Board, pursuant to Section 34177, subdivisions (j) and (o), and Section 34180(g) of the Dissolution Act, Successor Agency staff shall submit ROPS 24- 25 and Administrative Budget to the Oversight Board and State Department of Finance (DOF) for approval; and
WHEREAS, on January 18, 2024, the Oversight Board will consider the approval of the ROPS 24-25 and Administrative Budget for the fiscal period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, in the forms attached hereto as Attachments 1 and 2, respectively; and WHEREAS, the approved ROPS 24-25 is required to be electronically submitted to the DOF by the Oversight Board no later than February 1, 2024.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, ordered and determined by the Successor Agency to the Norco Community Redevelopment Agency, as follows:
SECTION 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The foregoing recitals are incorporated into this resolution by this reference, and constitute a material part hereof.
SECTION 2. Approval of ROPS 24-25 and Administrative Budget. The Successor Agency Board hereby approves the ROPS 24-25 and Administrative Budget in the forms attached to this Resolution as Attachments 1 and 2, respectively, and authorizes the Successor Agency Executive Director to make such augmentation, modification, additions or revisions as he may deem appropriate.
SECTION 3. Submittal of ROPS 24-25 and Administrative Budget. The Executive Director is further authorized and directed to transmit ROPS 24-25 and Administrative Budget to the Oversight Board, and upon approval thereof by the Oversight Board, the Executive Director is directed to transmit the approved ROPS 24-25 and Administrative Budget to the County Auditor-Controller, the State Controller’s Office, and the State Department of Finance, and to post the ROPS 24-25 and Administrative Budget on the City’s website.
SECTION 4. Certification. The Secretary on behalf of the Successor Agency Board shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
SECTION 5. Effectiveness. This Resolution shall take effect upon the date of adoption.
SA Resolution No. 2023-01 – ROPS and Administrative Budget FY 2024-2025
December 6, 2023
PASSED and ADOPTED by the Successor Agency to the Norco Community Redevelopment Agency at a regular meeting held on December 6, 2023.
Robin Grundmeyer, Chairperson
Successor Agency to the Norco
Community Redevelopment Agency
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
Dana Roa, CMC, Secretary
Successor Agency to the Norco
Community Redevelopment Agency
City of Norco, California
SA Resolution No. 2023-01 – ROPS and Administrative Budget FY 2024-2025
December 6, 2023
I, Dana Roa, CMC, Secretary of the Successor Agency to the Norco Community Redevelopment Agency, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was introduced and duly adopted by the Board of Directors at a regular meeting held on December 6, 2023, and that the same was passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Dana Roa, CMC, Secretary
Successor Agency to the Norco
Community Redevelopment Agency
City of Norco, California
Attachments: Attachment 1: Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule Attachment 2: Administrative Budget
ATTACHMENT NO. 1
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule 2024-2025
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) - Summary Filed for the July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 Period Successor Agency: Norco
County: Riverside
Current Period Requested Funding for Enforceable
Obligations (ROPS Detail)
24-25A Total
(July -
December)
24-25B Total
(January -
June)
ROPS 24-25
Total
A Enforceable Obligations Funded as Follows (B+C+D) $ - $ - $ - B Bond Proceeds - - -
C Reserve Balance - - -
D Other Funds - - -
E Redevelopment Property Tax Trust Fund (RPTTF) (F+G) $ 3,151,264 $ 3,151,263 $ 6,302,527 F RPTTF 3,026,264 3,026,263 6,052,527
G Administrative RPTTF 125,000 125,000 250,000
H Current Period Enforceable Obligations (A+E) $ 3,151,264 $ 3,151,263 $ 6,302,527 Certification of Oversight Board Chairman:
Name Title
Pursuant to Section 34177 (o) of the Health and Safety
code, I hereby certify that the above is a true and
accurate Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for
the above named successor agency. /s/
Signature Date
Norco
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) - ROPS Detail July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W
Item
#
Project
Name
Obligation
Type
Agreement
Execution
Date
Agreement
Termination
Date
Payee Description Project
Area
Total
Outstanding
Obligation
Retired
ROPS
24-25
Total
ROPS 24-25A (Jul - Dec)
24-25A
Total
ROPS 24-25B (Jan - Jun)
24-25B
Total
Fund Sources Fund Sources
Bond
Proceeds
Reserve
Balance
Other
Funds RPTTF Admin RPTTF
Bond
Proceeds
Reserve
Balance
Other
Funds
RPTTF
Admin
RPTTF
$72,755,155 $6,302,527 $- $- $- $3,026,264 $125,000 $3,151,264 $- $- $- $3,026,263 $125,000 $3,151,263 5 2009
CNUSD
PassThrough
TAB
Bonds
Issued On
or Before
12/31/10
03/01/
2009
03/01/2034 US
Bank
Trust
RDA PassThrough
Issue to
Fund
Various
School
Projects
Number
1 11,932,850 N $981,220 - - - 490,610 - $490,610 - - - 490,610 - $490,610 13 Successor
Agency
Admin
Cost
Admin
Costs
01/01/
2014
06/30/2036 City of
Norco
Staff Costs
to Serve
as
Successor
Agency
Number
1 3,000,000 N $250,000 - - - - 125,000 $125,000 - - - - 125,000 $125,000 20 2014 Tax
Allocation
Refunding
Bonds
Refunding
Bonds
Issued
After 6/
27/12
07/01/
2014
03/01/2032 US
Bank
Trust
Refunded
2001 RDA
Refunding
Bonds
Number
1 14,534,913 N $504,463 - - - 252,232 - $252,232 - - - 252,231 - $252,231 21 2014 Tax
Allocation
Refunding
Bonds -
School
District
PassThrough
Refunding
Bonds
Issued
After 6/
27/12
07/01/
2014
03/01/2030 US
Bank
Trust
Refunded
2001 and
2004
School
District
PassThrough
Tax
Allocation
Bonds
Number
1 7,514,250 N $933,500 - - - 466,750 - $466,750 - - - 466,750 - $466,750 24 2017A &
B Tax
Allocation
Refunding
Bonds
Refunding
Bonds
Issued
After 6/
27/12
12/20/
2017
03/01/2036 US
Bank
Trust
Refunded
2005 and
2010 RDA
Bonds
35,773,142 N $3,633,344 - - - 1,816,672 - $1,816,672 - - - 1,816,672 - $1,816,672
Norco
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) - Report of Cash Balances July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022
(Report Amounts in Whole Dollars)
Pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 34177 (l), Redevelopment Property Tax Trust Fund (RPTTF) may be listed as a source of payment on the ROPS, but only to the extent no other funding source is available or when payment from property tax revenues is required by an enforceable obligation.
A B C D E F G H
ROPS 21-22 Cash Balances
(07/01/21 - 06/30/22)
Fund Sources
Comments
Bond Proceeds Reserve Balance Other Funds RPTTF
Bonds issued
on or before
12/31/10
Bonds issued
on or after
01/01/11
Prior ROPS
RPTTF and
Reserve
Balances retained
for future
period(s)
Rent, grants,
interest, etc.
Non-Admin
and Admin
1 Beginning Available Cash Balance (Actual 07/01/21)
RPTTF amount should exclude "A" period distribution
amount.
4,789,006 131,106 (705,015)
2 Revenue/Income (Actual 06/30/22)
RPTTF amount should tie to the ROPS 21-22 total
distribution from the County Auditor-Controller
(249,700) (31,860) 6,663,071
3 Expenditures for ROPS 21-22 Enforceable Obligations
(Actual 06/30/22)
6,717,487
4 Retention of Available Cash Balance (Actual 06/30/22) RPTTF amount retained should only include the amounts
distributed as reserve for future period(s)
5 ROPS 21-22 RPTTF Prior Period Adjustment
RPTTF amount should tie to the Agency's ROPS 21-22 PPA
form submitted to the CAC
No entry required -
6 Ending Actual Available Cash Balance (06/30/22)
C to F = (1 + 2 - 3 - 4), G = (1 + 2 - 3 - 4 - 5)
$4,539,306 $- $- $99,246 $(759,431)
Norco
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) - Notes July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
Item # Notes/Comments
5 13
20 21
24
July to Dec Jan to June
ROPS 24-25A ROPS 24-25B
Administrative Cost Allowance 125,000 125,000
Administrative Cost Allowance (ROPS 24-25): 125,000 125,000 Successor Agency Indirect Costs:
Salaries & Benefits 80,475 80,475
Projected Operating Expenses 24,875 24,875
Total Indirect Costs 105,350 105,350
Successor Agency Direct Costs:
Legal Counsel 5,000 5,000
Trustee- US Bank 3,400 3,400
Agency Financial Advisor 2,000 2,000
Agency Disclosure Agent 6,250 6,250
Agency Auditor 3,000 3,000
Miscellaneous Expenses
Total Direct Costs 19,650 19,650
Total Successor Agency Indirect & Direct Costs 125,000 125,000 Admin Costs
Attachment No. 2
Successor Agency to the
Norco Community Redevelopment Agency
ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET
July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
Admin Cost Allowance
City Council
STAFF REPORT
Date: December 6, 2023 Agenda Item:
5.A.
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Prepared By: Connor Pemberton, Admin Intern
Department: Administration
SUBJECT:
Ordinance No. 1107, Second Reading: Amending Norco Municipal Code Title 9 “Peace, Safety and Morals”, to add Chapter 9.53 “Catalytic Converter Theft”.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Ordinance No. 1107, Second Reading: Amending Norco Municipal Code Title 9 “Peace, Safety and Morals”, to add Chapter 9.53 “Catalytic Converter Theft”.
SUMMARY:
The First Reading of Ordinance No. 1107, was held on November 8, 2023 and was adopted by the City Council.
BACKGROUND:
In the County of Riverside, there were at least 200 reports of catalytic converter thefts in 2022 and, as of July 1, 2023, there were at least 316 reports by victims. The external location of catalytic converters and the use of valuable precious metals, including rhodium, palladium and platinum, in catalytic converters makes these devices a target for thieves. Individuals in possession of stolen catalytic converters often recycle them for substantial profit, while victims of these thefts suffer the consequences of paying thousands of dollars in repairs, the inconvenience of repairing their vehicles, and feeling unsafe in the community. Finding the victim of these crimes is extremely difficult due to the manner in which the catalytic converter thefts occur and a lack of identifying markers on catalytic converters that link a stolen catalytic converter to the victim.
On September 12, 2023, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors adopted a County Ordinance regarding catalytic converter theft. However, that ordinance applies only in unincorporated areas of the County. The proposed ordinance replicates the language of the County's ordinance and incorporates it into our Municipal Code. By approving this Ordinance for the City of Norco, individuals in Norco identified in possession of catalytic
converters without proper documentation may receive criminal and/or civil penalties, regardless of whether the lawful owner is identified.
Our Sheriff’s team recommends adoption of this ordinance. While this ordinance alone is unlikely to solve the problem, this provides them with an additional tool to help combat catalytic converter theft.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Not applicable for this item.
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
Consistent with Strategic Direction #1, 1. Public Health, Safety and Wellness: Enhance quality of life by promoting public health, safety and wellness initiatives for all community members.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):
Ordinance No. 1107 Catalytic Converter Theft
Ordinance No. 1107, add Chapter 9.53 Catalytic Converter Theft
ORDINANCE NO. 1107
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NORCO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING NORCO MUNICIPAL
CODE TITLE 9 “PEACE, SAFETY AND MORALS”, TO
ADD CHAPTER 9.53 “CATALYTIC CONVERTER THEFT”.
WHEREAS, the City of Norco is amending Title 9 “Peace, Safety and Morals”, to add Chapter 9.53 “Catalytic Converter Theft” to increase the safety of citizens from the theft of catalytic converters; and
WHEREAS, this Code Amendment was duly submitted to the Norco City Council on November 15, 2023, for introduction and first reading at a public hearing for which proper notice was given; and
WHEREAS, this Code Amendment was submitted to the Norco City Council on December 6, 2023 for second reading and adoption; and
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1:
Chapter 9.53
Catalytic Converter Theft
Sections:
9.53.010 Purpose
9.53.020 Definitions
9.53.030 Unlawful Possession of a Catalytic Converter
9.53.040 Violations
Ordinance No. 1107, add Chapter 9.53 Catalytic Converter Theft
Section 9.53.010 Purpose
This Catalytic Converter Theft Ordinance is intended to prevent and discourage the theft and unlawful possession of catalytic converters, and provide tools for detection of theft and unlawful possession of catalytic converters, by mandating persons provide verifiable valid proof of ownership of a catalytic converter in their possession.
Section 9.53.020 Definitions
For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions apply:
A. Catalytic converter. Any exhaust emission control device, or portion thereof, that converts toxic gases and pollutants in exhaust gas from an internal combustion engine into less-toxic pollutants.
B. Verifiable valid proof of ownership. Written document(s) clearly identifying the vehicle from which the catalytic converter originated including, but not limited to, the following:
1. Bill of sale from the original owner with photographs.
2. Verifiable documentation from an auto-body shop proving the owner relinquished the catalytic converter to the auto-body shop.
3. Verifiable electronic communication from the previous owner to the possessor relinquishing ownership of the catalytic converter.
4. Photographs of the vehicle from which the catalytic converter originated.
5. Vehicle registration associated with the catalytic converter containing an etched associated license plate number or vehicle identification number or driver’s license number of registered vehicle owner.
Section 9.53.040 Unlawful Possession of a Catalytic Converter A. It is unlawful for any person to possess any catalytic converter which is not attached to a vehicle unless the person has verifiable valid proof of ownership of the catalytic converter.
B. This section does not apply to a detached catalytic converter that has been verifiably tested, certified, and labeled or otherwise approved for reuse, and is being bought or sold for purposes of reuse in accordance with the federal Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. § 7401 et seq.) and regulations under the Clean Air Act, as they may be amended from time to time.
C. It is unlawful for any person to knowingly falsify or cause to be falsified any information in a record intended to show verifiable valid proof of ownership.
Section 9.53.040 Violations
It is unlawful and a public nuisance for any person to violate any provision of this chapter.
SECTION 2: EFFECTIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after final passage thereof.
SECTION 3: SEVERABILITY: If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the Ordinance. The Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, and phrase hereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more of the sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, or phrases hereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
Ordinance No. 1107, add Chapter 9.53 Catalytic Converter Theft
SECTION 4: POSTING: The Mayor shall sign this Ordinance and the City Clerk shall attest thereto and shall cause the same within fifteen (15) days of its passage to be posted at no less than five (5) public places within the City of Norco.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco at a regular meeting held on December 6, 2023.
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California
I, Dana Roa, City Clerk of the City of Norco, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California at a regular meeting hereof held on December 6, 2023, by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on December 6, 2023.
Dana Roa, CMC,
City Clerk City of Norco, California
City Council
STAFF REPORT
Date: December 6, 2023 Agenda Item:
6.A.
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Lisette Free, Finance Director
Prepared By: Alerik Nickloff, Admin Intern
Department: Administration
SUBJECT:
Consideration of a Resolution establishing policies and procedures for accepting donations on behalf of the City.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Resolution No. 2023-72, establishing policies and procedures for accepting donations on behalf of the City.
SUMMARY:
The City has not yet established a formal procedure for the City to account for and accept donations from donors. It is requested that the City Council approve a resolution establishing a policy for how donations are considered and accepted.
BACKGROUND:
The City accepts donations from various sources in various amounts and for a variety of purposes. The act of accepting donations from donors is a key component of community relations. The donations are used to improve and provide various services for the betterment of the community. In the absence of a policy governing these interactions, the process is not uniform or consistent.
Attached for the City Council's review is new policies and procedures for the acceptance of donations to the City. Staff believes a policy outlining a formal procedure for accounting for and accepting donations is necessary.
Key elements of the policy are as follows:
Evaluation - All donations should be evaluated prior to acceptance regarding whether the donation is in the City’s best interest and for the donation’s consistency with applicable City laws, policies, ordinances, and resolutions.
Minor Contribution - Donations of cash/real goods valued below $25,000 may be accepted by the City Manager or designee.
Major Contribution - Donations of real property and donations of cash/real goods valued at $25,000 or greater may only be accepted by the City Council by resolution.
Receipt - Donations do not become the property of the City until accepted by the City in a manner consistent with this policy.
Staff is recommending that the City Council approve the resolution establishing the Donation Policy.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Not applicable for this item.
RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
This item is consistent with Strategic Direction #3 - Economic Development and Financial Stability: Assure financial stability by expanding development efforts, diversifying revenue sources and continuing prudent financial management.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Certified as to Availability of Funds: Lisette Free, Finance Director Approved by: Lori Sassoon, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLC, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):
Reso No. 2023-72 Donations
Attachment A - Donations Policy and Procedures
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-72
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
NORCO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE POLICIES
AND PROCEDURES FOR ACCEPTING DONATIONS ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY.
WHEREAS, the City of Norco is accustomed to receiving donations for general and specific purposes; and
WHEREAS, the City of Norco has not yet established a policy or procedures for accepting donations; and
WHEREAS, the City of Norco desires to ensure the City has the necessary resources to accommodate donations by establishing procedures guiding the acceptance of donations.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco does hereby resolve as follows:
SECTION 1: The attached Donation Acceptance Policy and Procedures, as shown on Attachment A, are hereby approved.
Resolution No. 2023-72, Adopting the Policies and Procedures for Accepting Donations on Behalf of the City
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco at a regular meeting held on December 6, 2023.
__________________________
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
_________________________
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California
Resolution No. 2023-72, Adopting the Policies and Procedures for Accepting Donations on Behalf of the City
I, Dana Roa, City Clerk of the City of Norco, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California at a regular meeting hereof held on December 6, 2023, by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on December 6, 2023.
___________________________
Dana Roa, CMC, City Clerk
City of Norco, California
City of Norco
Donations Acceptance Policy and Procedures
INTRODUCTION:
Donations of every type are offered to the City of Norco for general or specific purposes.
Uniform criteria and procedures guide the review and acceptance of such donations, confirm that the City has relevant and adequate resources to administer such donations, and ensure that the City appropriately acknowledges the generosity of the donor.
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this policy is to establish a formal process for acceptance and documentation of donations made to the City of Norco. This policy provides guidance when individuals, community groups, and businesses wish to make donations to the City. This policy also establishes the standards for City employees and City officials regarding the acceptance of gifts during the performance of City business.
GUIDELINES:
1. Types of Donations
Donations may be offered in the form of cash, real or personal property. Designated donations means those donations that the donor specifies for a particular City department, location, or purpose. Undesignated donations means those donations that are given to the City for an unspecified use.
2. A donation is considered as any item of value that the City has accepted and for which the donor has not received and does not expect to receive any goods or services in return, other than possible recognition, as well as disposition of the donation in accordance with the donor’s wishes.
3. This Policy is intended as a guideline for City staff to accept donations on behalf of the City of Norco. Donations do not become the property of the City until accepted by the City in a manner consistent with this Policy.
4. A donor may restrict a donation for a particular City department, location or purpose. A donor may not designate the City official who may use the donation. The City has no obligation to accept any donation proposed by a donor.
5. All donations will be evaluated by the City prior to acceptance to determine whether the donation is in the City’s best interest and is consistent with applicable City laws, policies, ordinances, and resolutions. The donation must be used for official City business, and not for political activities or other personal business.
6. If required, the City will report a donation made to the City to the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) in accordance with the timelines and directives described in Title 2, Section 18944 of the California Code of Regulations.
7. An elected City official must file a FPPC Form 803 with the City Clerk if a donation to the City is made at an elected City official’s behest from a single source in a calendar year, and the donation meets or exceeds the amount established by the FPPC.
8. The City Manager or designee is responsible for acknowledging receipt of donations and thanking, on behalf of the City, the donors of donations.
9. The City shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations of the Internal Revenue Service regarding the acceptance of donations.
PROCEDURES:
All donations to the City, including offers to employees related to the City, shall immediately be submitted for consideration for acceptance. Based on the value of the donation offered as outlined below, appropriate City staff shall review every donation and determine if the benefits to be derived warrant acceptance of the donation. The following points list the threshold amounts for donation acceptance:
▪ Donations of Cash/Real Goods Valued at $24,999 or Less: Donations of cash and real goods with an aggregate value of $24,999 or less may be accepted by the City Manager or designee.
o The City Manager or designee is responsible for acknowledging receipt of donations and thanking, on behalf of the City, the donors of donations. ▪ Donations of Cash and Real Goods Valued at $25,000 or Greater: Donations of cash and real goods with an aggregate value of $25,000 or greater may be accepted by the City Council.
o The City Manager or designee shall evaluate and report to the City Council whether the donation is in the City’s best interest and is consistent with applicable City laws, policies, ordinances, and resolutions, and whether the donation has any special restrictions, and if so, if those restrictions are acceptable to the City.
o The City Manager or designee shall seek a resolution from the City Council to accept the donation.
o The City Manager or designee shall give notice of the City Council’s decision to the donor within 10 business days following the City Council’s determination to accept or reject the proposed donation.
o Donations shall be appropriated and/or expended pursuant to the City’s budget processes and procedures.
▪ Donations of Real Property: Donations of real property may be accepted upon completion of the following process:
o The City Manager or designee shall evaluate and report to the City Council regarding:
• the appraised value of the donation;
• whether the donation is in the City’s best interest and is consistent with applicable City laws, policies, ordinances, and resolutions; • any expenditures or maintenance obligations for the City associated with the donation;
• potential liabilities associated with the donation, such as hazardous conditions or environmental concerns; and
• whether the donation has any special restrictions, and if so, if those restrictions are acceptable to the City.
o If the donation is recommended for acceptance, the City Manager or designee shall seek a resolution from the City Council to accept the donation. o The City Manager or designee shall give notice of the City Council’s decision to the donor within 10 business days following the City Council’s determination to accept or reject the proposed donation.
▪ Gratuitous Donations: Donations for gratuitous purposes (e.g. holiday gift baskets, etc.) to any employee, department or the City shall be made available to benefit all employees.