HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000/12/06 - Minutes December 6, 2000
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga City Council held a closed session on Wednesday, December 6, 2000, in
the Tapia Room of the Civic Center, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga,
California. The meeting was called to order at 5:35 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander.
Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, James Curatalo, Bob Dutton, Diane Williams and Mayor
William J. Alexander.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Deputy City Manager; James
Markman, City Attorney; and Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director.
B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Mayor Alexander announced the items to be discussed in closed session.
1. MEET AND CONFER PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6, JACK LAM, CITY
MANAGER, AND JIM MARKMAN, CiTY ATTORNEY, NEGOTIATING PARTIES. - CC
Approved 5-0 amendment to CO 89-037.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - INITIATION OF
LITIGATION PURSUANT TO SUBDIVISION (c) OF SECTION 54956.9 - ONE CASE. - CC
No action taken.
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION, CiTY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA VS. VANGUARD PLASTICS, INC., PER GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 54956.9. - CC
No action taken.
C. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY
No one was present to comment on the closed session item.
D. CONDUCT OF CLOSED SESSION
Closed session began at 5:40 p.m.
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E. RECESS
THE CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNED AT 6:45 P.M.
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Refiular Meetinfi
A. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, December 6,
2000 in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho
Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Alexander.
Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, James Curatalo, Bob Dutton, Diane Williams, and
Mayor William J. Alexander.
Also present were: Jack Lain, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Deputy City Manager; James
Markman, City Attorney; James C. Frost, City Treasurer; Charles Scott, Sr. Information Systems
Analyst; Sam Davis, Information Systems Specialist; Brad Buller, City Planner; Kid Coury, Associate
Planner; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Bill Makshanoff, Building Official; Kevin McArdle, Community
Services Director; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III; Dave Moore, Recreation Superintendent;
Deborah Clark, Library Director; Lt. David Lau, Police Department; Chief Dennis Michael, Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Duane Baker, Assistant to the City Manager; Diane O'Neal,
Assistant to the City Manager; Jenny Haruyama, Management Analyst I; and Debra J. Adams, City
Clerk.
B. NOVEMBER 7~ 2000 ELECTION MATTERS
B1. APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION CERTIFYING MUNICIPAL ELECTION RESULTS
RESOLUTION NO. 00-243
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN SAID CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA ON THE 7TM DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2000, DECLARING
THE RESULT THEREOF AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS ARE
PROVIDED BY LAW
MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Biane to approve Resolution No. 00-243. Motion carried
unanimously 5-0
Item C1, C2, C3 and C4 were the next items of business considered. The minutes will remain in
agenda order.
2. ADMINISTRATION OF OATHS OF OFFICE - Oaths of Office will be administered by Superior Court
Judge, Jeffrey King. Oaths to be administered to:
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Paul Biane, Councilmember
Bob Dutton, Councilmember
Debra J. Adams, City Clerk
James C. Frost, City Treasurer
Judge Jeffrey King was introduced.
Judge King asked for Paul Biane, Bob Dutton, Debra Adams and James Frost to come forward. He
administered the oaths of office and presented Certificates of Election to Councilmembers Biane and
Dutton, City Clerk Adams and City Treasurer James Frost.
A recess was taken at 7:18 p.m. to allow an opportunity for congratulations to be extended to the elected
officials. Mayor Alexander called the meeting back to order at 7:37 p.m. with all Councilmembers
present.
C. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
C1. Presentation of the Alta Loma Honor Roll Dedication Flag.
Sam Spagnolo of the Fire District presented the flag to the City Council. A picture of the honor guard
was presented to Chief Michael.
C2. Presentation of a Proclamation declaring NovemberS, 2000 the 51st Anniversary of'~/Vorld Town
Planning Day."
Not presented.
C3. Presentation of GFOA's Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial reporting for the
Fiscal Year ended June 30, 1999.
Not presented.
C4. Presentation of a Proclamation commending the RC Pop Warner Eagles on its Mount Baldy
Conference Championship Victory.
The coaches and team members were introduced. Mayor Alexander presented a proclamation to them.
D. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
D1. Jim Frost thanked the City for its support of the Chaffey Garcia House. He also commented that
Judge Jeffrey King was a former Mayor of the City.
D2. Joyce Lewis Ashworth talked about the old stone church in Rancho Cucamonga located on
Church Street and told about how it was built. She talked about the history of the church. Ms.
Ashworth commented that it was a requirement in 1994 to retrofit the church and that funds were
donated to restore it. She reported that now, six years later, they are still in need of financial help to
reopen the doors of the church. She asked the community to help reopen the doors of the church
through their contributions.
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E. CONSENT CALENDAR
El. Approval of Minutes: November 1,2000
November 15, 2000
E2. Approval of Warrants, Register Nos. 11/8/00, 11/15/00, 11/16/00 and 11/22/00 and Payroll
ending 11/8/00 and 11/22/00 for the total amount of $3,174,935.49.
E3. Approval of Alcoholic Beverage Application for Off-Sale General for Thomas Winery Liquor
(transfer of license), Richard Fernando Barba and Angel Nicole Young, 8045 Vineyard Ave., 1-8.
E4. Approval of Alcoholic Beverage Application for On-Sale General for Good Fellas Fine Cigars
(transfer of license), Robert Allan Lang, 8034 Haven Ave., Suite B.
E5. Approval to appropriate $84,172.00, awarded by The United States Department of Justice Local
Law Enforcement Block Grants Program.
E6. Approval of a Resolution approving Records Retention Schedules for Personnel, Business
Licensing, Admin. Services/Admin., Admin Services/Treasury, GIS/Special Districts and Facilities
Maintenance/Yard.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-244
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING RECORDS RETENTION
SCHEDULES FOR VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS AND DIVISIONS
ET. Approval of a request to make a determination of Public Convenience and Necessity 00-04 -
Tarlos & Associates, for the issuance of a Type 47 Alcoholic Beverage License, for on-site
consumption of alcoholic beverages at a proposed 7,300 square foot restaurant, "On the Border,"
which will be located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard within the Terra Vista Town Center, in the
Community commercial (CC) District of the Terra Vista Community Plan - APN: 1077-421-82 and 83.
Related file: Conditional Use Permit 00-39 and Development Review 00-46.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-245
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A DETERMINATION OF
THE PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY AND A REQUEST FOR
THE ISSUANCE OF AN ALCOHOL BEVERAGE LICENSE WITHIN A
FULL SERVICE RESTAURANT, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD WITHIN THE TERRA VISTA TOWN CENTER
AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. APN: 1077-421-82
AND 83
E8. Approval of City Web Site Policy.
E9. Approval to file for reimbursement in Local Transportation Fund, Article 3 Grant Funds
administered by SANBAG for the construction of pedestrian facilities.
El0. Approval of applications for Grant Funds from the Transportation Enhancement Activities
Program and the Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program for the Metrolink Station
Beautification Project.
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RESOLUTION NO. 00-246
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR
GRANT FUNDS FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENT AND
MITIGATION PROGRAM UNDER THE SECTION 164.56 OF THE
STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE FOR THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA
METROLINK STATION BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT
RESOLUTION NO. 00-247
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR
FUNDING FROM THE TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT (TEA)
PROGRAM OF THE TRANSPORTATION ACT FOR THE 21s'r CENTURY
(TEA 21 ) FOR THE METROLINK STATION BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT
E11. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the construction of
Carnelian Street Pavement Rehabilitation from Vineyard Avenue to 1550 feet north to be funded from
Account No. 32-4637-9314 (1 176 303 5650/1043 176 0).
RESOLUTION NO. 00-248
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF CARNELIAN
STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM VINEYARD AVENUE TO
1550 FEET NORTH IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS
E12. Approval of a Resolution authorizing the project to improve Haven Avenue from Base Line Road
to Rte. 210 including widening the west side to provide three travel lanes and the installation of related
storm drain facilities.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-249
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE PROJECT TO
IMPROVE HAVEN AVENUE FROM BASE LINE ROAD TO RTE. 210
INCLUDING WIDENING THE WEST SIDE TO PROVIDE THREE
TRAVEL LANES AND THE INSTALLATION OF RELATED STORM
DRAIN FACILITIES
E13. Approval to accept all bids received and authorize the award and execution of the contract (CO
00-090) to the lowest responsible bidder, OPTI-GRO, of Highland, Ca., in the amount of $50,325
($425,750 plus 10% contingency) for the Infield Renovation of the three softball fields at the Rancho
Cucamonga Adult Sports Complex, to be funded from Fund 1-133-303-5650-1222 (46-4130-9929).
E14. Approval to accept bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract (CO 00-
091) in the amount of $306,925.85 ($279,023.50 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent low bidder,
Gentry Brothers, Inc., for the construction of the Monte Vista Street Improvements, to be funded from
CDBG funds, Account No. 28-4333-9963 (old), 1-204-314-5650-1255-204 (new). REMOVED BY
COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS FOR DISCUSSION.
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E15. Approval of Drainage Reimbursement Agreement (CO 00-092) and appropriation of $46,000.00
from Fund 23 (Drainage Facilities/General City) fund balance for installation of a portion of master
planned storm drain facilities in connection with development of Tract No. 13759, located on the west
side of Haven Avenue north of the Raftroad right-of-way (formerly Southern Pacific Transportation
Company), submitted by Forecast Group, LP. (DRA-32).
RESOLUTION NO. 00-250
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DRAINAGE
REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT (DRA-32) FOR THE INSTALLATION
OF A PORTION OF MASTER PLANNED STORM DRAIN FACILITIES,
LINES 4-1 AND 4-L, LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF HAVEN
AVENUE NORTH OF THE RAILROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY (FORMERLY
SOUTHERN PACIFIC TRANSPORTATION COMPANY)
E16. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement (CO 00-093) with Dan Guerra & Associates, to
provide construction survey services for the proposed Monte Vista Street Improvements, in the
amount of $15,950 ($14,500.00 plus 10% contingency), to be funded from Community Development
Block Grant Funds, Account No. 28-4333-9963 (old) or 1-204-314-5650/1255-204 (new). ITEM
REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS.
E17. Approval and execution of Program Supplement Agreement No. 022 (CO 00-094) to State-Local
Partnership Program Agreement No. SLTPP-5420, between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the
State of California to provide project funding for construction of Day Creek Boulevard from Base Line
Road to Highland Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-251
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND
SIGNING OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT NO. 022 TO STATE-LOCAL
TRANSPORTATION PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM AGREEMENT NO.
SLTPP-5420, BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND
THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR
CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING OF DAY
CREEK BOULEVARD FROM BASE LINE ROAD TO HIGHLAND
AVENUE
E18. Approval and execution of a Cooperative Agreement (CO-00-095) between the State of
California (State), the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (Authority), and the City of
Rancho Cucamonga (City) for the construction of Segment 4 of State Route 210 (30) in the City of
Rancho Cucamonga, California.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-252
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF A
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
(STATE), THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY (AUTHORITY), AND THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA (CITY) FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SEGMENT 4 OF
STATE ROUTE 210 (30) IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
CALIFORNIA
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E19. Approval of Plans and Specifications, accept the bids received and award and authorize the
execution of the Contract (CO 00-096) in the amount of $1,766,568,93 ($1,605,971.75 plus 10%
contingency) to the apparent low bidder, Riverside Construction Company, for the construction of the
Metrolink Station Expansion, Phase II, to be funded from Regional Choice Transit Capital
Improvement Funds, Account No. 1230-303-5650/1225-230.
along Hermosa Avenue, Haven t Street and Arrow Route, Contract No. 00-016 as
complete, release the bonds and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and
approve the final contract amount of $122,566.44.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-253
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHQ
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS ADA 1999/2000 ACCESS RAMP AND DRIVE
APPROACH IMPROVEMENTS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS ALONG
HERMOSA AVENUE, HAVEN AVENUE, 6TM STREET AND ARROW
ROUTE, CONTRACT NO. 00-016 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF
A NOTICE OF COMPLETION
E21. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security, ordering the Annexation to
Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for DR
99-55 located on the southeast corner of Milliken Avenue and Arrow Route, submitted by Rancho
Cucamonga II, Inc., a Massachusetts Corporation.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-254
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DR 99-55
RESOLUTION NO. 00-255
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1
AND 6 FOR DR 99-55
E22. Approval to Summarily Vacate 20-foot wide north-southbound alley located west of Center
Avenue between 24th Street and Humboldt Avenue V-172, requested by Northtown Housing
Development Corporation for Development Review 00-53 - APN 209-112-10, 16, 20, 29, and 30.
ITEM REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-256
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE SUMMARILY
VACATION OF 20-FOOT WIDE NORTH-SOUTH BOUND ALLEY
LOCATED WEST OF CENTER AVENUE BETWEEN 24TM STREET AND
HUMBOLDT AVENUE V-172 - APN: 209-112-10, 16, 20, 29 AND 30
RELATED FILE: DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 00-53)
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MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Biane to approve the staff recommendations in the staff
reports contained within the Consent Calendar with the exception of iterres 14, 16 and 22. Motion
carried unanimously 5-0.
DISCUSSION OF ITEM D14. Approval to accept bids received and award and authorize the
execution of the contract (CO 00-091) in the amount of $306,925.85 ($279,023.50 plus 10%
contingency) to the apparent low bidder, Gentry Brothers, Inc., for the construction of the
Monte Vista Street Improvements, to be funded from CDBG funds, Account No. 28-4333-9963
(old), 1-204-314-5650-1255-204 (new).
DISCUSSION OF ITEM D16. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement (CO 00-093) with
Dan Guerra & Associates, to provide construction survey services for the proposed Monte Vista
Street Improvements, in the amount of $15,950 ($14,500.00 plus 10% contingency), to be funded
from Community Development Block Grant Funds, Account No. 28-4333-9963 (old) or 1-204-314-
5650/1255-204 (new).
Councilmember Williams asked for clarification on both item D14 and D16.
Joe O'Neil, City Engineer stated awhile back residents came to the City asking for improvements. He
stated they have listened to the residents and are trying to make these improvements to make things
better for them. He felt this would be a big improvement for this area.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Dutton to approve the staff recommendations listed for
items D14 and D16. Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
DISCUSSION OF ITEM D22. Approval to Summarily Vacate 20-foot wide north-southbound
alley located west of Center Avenue behveen 24th Street and Humboldt Avenue V-172, requested
by Northtown Housing Development Corporation for Development Review 00-53 - APN 209-112-
10, 16, 20, 29, and 30.
Councilmember Williams asked why this is being done.
Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated there are a lot of "paper alleys" in the City. He stated these vacations
are not really serving a public purpose and this will help improve the development.
MOTION: Moved by Willlares, seconded by Biane to approve the staff recommendation listed for item
D22. Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
F. CONSENT ORDINANCES
F1. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT OF 30
MPH ON SUGAR GUM WAY BETWEEN DAY CREEK BOULEVARD AND VICTORIA WINDROWS
LOOP
Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 644.
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ORDINANCE NO. 644 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 10.20.020 OF THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH A PRIMA FACIE
SPEED LIMIT OF 30 MPH ON SUGAR GUM WAY BETWEEN DAY
CREEK BOULEVARD AND VICTORIA WINDROWS LOOP
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Dutton to waive full reading and approve Ordinance No. 644.
Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
F2. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2000-01 (SOUTH ETIWANDA)
AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX IN SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 645.
ORDINANCE NO. 645 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2000-01 (SOUTH ETIWANDA)
AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX IN SUCH COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Dutton to waive full reading and approve Ordinance No.
645. Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
F3. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2000-02 (RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CORPORATE PARK) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX IN SUCH COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT
Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 646.
ORDINANCE NO. 646 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2000-02 (RANCHO
CUCAMONGA CORPORATE PARK) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A
SPECIAL TAX IN SUCH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
MOTOIN: Moved by Biane, seconded by Dutton to waive full reading and approve Ordinance No. 646.
Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
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G. ADVEI~TISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
G1. CONSIDERATION OF APPEAL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT 00-09 - PATIEL - The appeal of the Planning Commission decision to approve the
development of a 10,994 square foot church with a religious education school on 2.86 acres in the
Low Residential District (2-4 dwelling units per acre), located at 9212 Base Line Road - APN: 202-
242-09. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration.
Staff repod presented by Kid Coury, Principal Planner.
The Council asked questions about various aspects of the project with Mr. Coury responding to their
questions.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. Addressing the City Council were:
Karim Milbis, 6481 Napa, stated he grew up in Rancho Cucamonga and has artended many
churches within the City. He stated there are no Moslem faith churches in the City. He stated he
has met many people tonight of his faith. He hoped he would have a church in the City that he
can bring his family to.
Julian Ashar of Rancho Cucamonga stated the Moslems believe in getting involved in the
community. She told about all of the things they have done to help the community every year.
She felt this center would be a benefit to the community and that people should not be afraid of
them.
Talata Kline stated they are present because of the petition signed by the neighbors. She told
about how people are supporting their community. She stated the people in their organization are
good citizens. She asked that the citizens not be denied their right of choice of religion.
Shamsul Hyper stated he is having to take his family to Riverside so they can worship. He felt
they have answered all of the issues brought up. He stated all they want is a place to worship.
Dr. Shoiab stated they hope to have good relations with their neighbors. He stated they have the
right to worship and that they are good citizens. He stated they would like to get with the
neighbors so they understand their purpose.
Ahsam Habib, Engineer for the project, talked about the building design.
Jim Frost talked about the freedom of religion. He talked about the cooperation of the churches
around where he lives.
Jerry Uribe of Rancho Cucamonga stated he lives near a church and has never had any
problems from the people that attend. He asked the Council to approve their project.
Zahar Azzawi stated having a place to worship in the City would be beneficial to him personally.
Jo Kelagrino felt the design and the height would be a problem for her because of access around
her property. She also felt it would be a safety hazard and added she had a problem with the
hours of operation. She felt it should be moved closer to Base Line like the other churches. She
wondered why it was going to be such a large church. She also felt parking was going to be a
problem and did not feel this was a very good site.
Mayor Alexander asked if traffic had been studied.
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Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated yes and that no impact was found for this site.
Chief Dennis Michael stated it was also checked for public safety concerns and that there was no
~roblem.
Farhad Mohammad stated she wanted to raise her children correctly and supported the church.
Kada Maldonado didn't know why the house of worship could not be approved.
Rebecca Summers stated this does not have anything to do with the Moslem religion, but the
location of the church in the middle of a residential neighborhood. She stated she did not want to
look out her window and see a cross or a Star of David. She asked that this not be approved.
Mobar Hasan felt the Moslems are outstanding citizens. He felt the people that would go to this
church would be good neighbors.
Christian Henaoto stated he was disappointed with the newspaper article he read. He stated he
is actually catholic.
Dr. Mahar Rudine stated he understands the neighbors concerns, but felt this should be
approved.
Gloria Vejar felt the overflow parking that would be needed would impact the residential areas.
She felt another location should be found.
Gloria Robertson felt Base Line is inundated with traffic. She stated she cannot believe the
Planning Commission approved this. She felt this area was already congested.
Lena Khan did not think traffic or parking would be an issue for the neighbors.
There being no further response, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Dutton asked various questions about setback, grade separation and the perimeter
wall.
Brad Buller, City Planner, provided information to Councilmember Dutton.
Councilmember Willtams commented about the two story building and added there will not be people
living in the second story, but that it is just a building with high ceilings. She also commented on the
210 Freeway stating this would help the traffic situation. She inquired when this would open.
A representative from the church commented a couple of years.
Brad Buller, City Planner, stated staff feels there is ample parking there.
Councilmember Curatalo stated he has nothing else to add.
Councilmember Biane asked if the perimeter wall is part of phase 1.
Brad Buller, City Planner, stated yes.
Mayor Alexander felt all of the elements of concern have been met.
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RESOLUTION NO. 00-257
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, UPHOLDING THE ACTION OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION AND APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 00-09 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW 10,944
SQUARE FOOT CHURCH ON 2.86 ACRES OF LAND IN THE LOW
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, LOCATED AT 9212 BASE LINE ROAD AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF- APN: 202-242-09
MOTION: Moved by Willtams, seconded by Curatalo to approve Resolution No. 00-257. Motion carried
unanimously 5-0.
A recess was taken at 9:25 p.m. The meeting was called back to order at 9:33 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
No Items Submitted.
I. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS
I1. CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE THE PACIFIC ELECTRIC INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL MASTER
PLAN
Staff repod and power point presentations were made by Dan Coleman, Principal Planner. He also
introduced Steve Fryson and Brad Lewis if there were any questions.
Michael Von of the Alta Loma Riding Club stated they applaud everyone that worked on this
project. He felt this would benefit the entire community.
Bob Curtis, member for Citizens for Pacific Electric Trails, stated he hoped the City would take
control of the right of way at the Etiwanda station and turn it into a museum. He stated he felt
funding should be sought for the property of the surrounding station. He felt the former pacific
electric station should be turned into a historic landmark. He recommended that any money that
SAN BAG is getting from the rent to repair and restore the depot should be protected at all costs.
Mike Davenport, founder of Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail, stated they want to work with all
the cities to make this happen so that everyone is very proud of it. He thanked the Council for
approving the master p~an.
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Curatalo to approve the master plan. Motion carried
unanimously 5-0.
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12. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2000-01 (SOUTH ETIWANDA)
AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, APPROVING THE FORM OF
THE BOND INDENTURE, BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT (CO 00-083), PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL
STATEMENT, AND OTHER DOCUMENTS AND ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE
OF BONDS. (CONTINUED FROM 11115100)
Staff report presented by Duane Baker, Assistant to the City Manager.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public comments. There being no response, public
comments was closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-239
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO.
2000-01 (SOUTH ETIWANDA), AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR
THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL TAX BONDS OF THE DISTRICT,
APPROVING THE FORM OF BOND INDENTURE, BOND PURCHASE
AGREEMENT, PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND OTHER
DOCUMENTS AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS IN
CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS
MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Biane to approve Resolution No. 00-239. Motion carried
unanimously 5-0.
13. APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE
BODY FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2000-02 (RANCHO CUCAMONGA CORPORATE
PARK) AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS, APPROVING THE
FORM OF THE BOND INDENTURE, BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT (CO 00-084),
PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT, AND OTHER DOCUMENTS AND ACTIONS IN
CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS. (CONTINUED FROM 11/15/00)
Staff report presented by Duane Baker, Assistant to the City Manager.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public comments. There being no response, public
comments was closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-240
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO.
2000-02 (RANCHO CUCAMONGA CORPORATE PARK), AUTHORIZING
AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL TAX BONDS OF
THE DISTRICT, APPROVING THE FORM OF BOND INDENTURE,
BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT, PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL
STATEMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS AND AUTHORIZING
CERTAIN ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH
BONDS
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Dutton to approve Resolution No. 00-240. Motion carried
unanimously 5-0.
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December 6, 2000
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J. COUNCIL BUSINESS
J1. UPDATE ON SKATE PARK
Staff report presented by Dave Moore, Recreation Superintendent.
Councilmember Curatalo asked if this is patrolled periodically.
Lt. Dave Lau, Rancho Cucamonga Police Depadment, stated it is checked every day.
ACTION: Repod received and filed.
J2. DISCUSSION OF CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND SUBCOMMITTEES
The City Council reviewed the list of committees and subcommittees. A copy of the approved and
agreed upon list is on file in the City Clerk's office.
K. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
No items were identified for the next meeting.
L. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
No communication was made from the public.
M. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Willjams to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
The meeting adjourned at 10:18 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
City Clerk
Approved: February 7, 2001