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Home My WebLink About2002/07/17 - Minutes July 17, 2002 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CtTY COUNCIL M~NUTES Regular Meeting A. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, July 17, 2002 in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 7:19 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander. Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, Grace Curatalo, Bob Dutton, Diane Williams and Mayor William J. Alexander. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Craig Fox, Assistant City Attorney; Linda Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst ~11; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Michelle Dawson, Management Analyst III, Dan James, Sr. Civil Engineer; Brad Buller, City Planner; Brent LeCount, Associate Planner; Cathy Johnson, Associate Planner; Jerry Grant, Interim Building Official; Jim Frost, City Treasurer; Larry Temple, Administrative Services Director; Lorraine Phong, Information Systems Analyst; Michael Toy, Information Systems Specialist; Deborah Clark, Library Director; Chief Dennis Michael, Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Captain Pete Ortiz, Police Department; Duane Baker, Assistant to the City Manager; Kimberly Thomas, Management Analyst II; Kathy Scott, Deputy City Clerk; Shirr'l Griffin, Office Specialist II - City Clerk's office; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk. B. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS B1. Presentation of Certificates of Recognition to the members of the Etiwanda High School Eagles Softball Team in honor of their winning the CIF Division 1 Southern Section Championship. The Assistant Principal of Etiwanda High School stated the team could not be present, but that she would be happy to accept the recognition on their behalf. Councilmember Williams suggested they come to the next meeting so they could be recognized in person. B2. Presentation of Certificates of Recognition to the members of the Blaze Soccer Team in honor of their winning the AYSO Region 65 Spring League Championships. Mayor Alexander presented certificates to the coaches and team members. B3. Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Floyd M. Stork Elementary student Derrick Rodgers in Recognition of his Educational Achievements. Mayor Alexander presented the certificate to Harold Rodgers (Derrick's brother) since he could not be present. B4. Presentation of a Proclamation to Community Volunteer Saleena Guaba for sharing her artistic gifts with our community. Mayor Alexander presented a Proclamation and Key to the City to Saleena and thanked her for the joy she has brought to the community. Her family was also introduced. Saleena played a song for everyone's enjoyment. City Council Minutes July 17, 2002 Page 2 B5. Presentation of a Proclamation honoring the contributions of the late Ralph M. Lewis. Mayor Alexander presented a Proclamation to Randall Lewis and commented on the great man that Ralph Lewis was and all that he contributed to the City. C. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC C1. Lesha Smith with South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) stated she is the City's new liaison. She told about the service they provide to the City and that she is here to help. She also distributed information which is on file in the City Clerk's office C2. John Lyons commented on the new Lewis Park stating how much he enjoyed it. He commented on the "Toy Box" billboard located on Haven and Jersey and felt it should come down because it was in appropriate. D. CONSENT CALENDAR D1. Approval of Minutes: June 6, 2002 (Special Meeting -Workshop) June 19, 2002 June 20, 2002 (Special Meeting) D2. Approval of Warrants, Register Nos. July 3, 2002 and July 10, 2002 and Payroll ending June 30, 2002 for the total amount of $2,164,142.19. D3. Approve to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of June 30, 2002. D4. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for concourse and parking lot improvements at the Adult Sports Complex, to be funded from Accounts 1025001-5602 ($53,000) and 1120305-5650/1209-120-0 ($195,000). RESOLUTION NO. 02-214 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONCOURSE AND PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS AT THE ADULT SPORTS COMPLEX AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS D5. Approval to designate Cherry Lane as a private street, thereby exempting the abutting propedies from requirements set forth in Chapter 12.08 of the Municipal Code. THIS ITEM WAS HEARD UNDER ITEM F - ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS. RESOLUTION NO. 02-215 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING CHERRY LANE AS A PRIVATE STREET AND EXEMPTING THE ABUTTING PROPERTIES FROM REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN CHAPTER 12.08 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS D6. Approval of addition of Milliken Park picnic shelters to the list of reservable park picnic shelters. City Council Minutes July 17, 2002 Page 3 D7. Approval to accept Offer of Dedication for street, highway and related purposes as shown on Parcel Map 15641. RESOLUTION NO. 02-216 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING DEDICATION FOR STREET, HIGHWAY AND RELATED PURPOSES AS OFFERED ON PARCEL MAP 15641 D8. Approval to accept Dedication of Lot "A" for future street purposes and rights of ingress and egress for said lot "A" as offered on Tract Map 8805. RESOLUTION NO. 02-217 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING DEDICATION OF LOT "A" FOR FUTURE STREET PURPOSES AND RIGHTS OF INGRESS AND EGRESS FOR SAID LOT "A" AS OFFERED ON TRACT MAP 8805 D9. Approval of a Resolution to accept from the State of California property lying north of the freeway and south of Highland Avenue and approximately 600 feet east of Archibald Avenue. REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCILMEMBER WILLIAMS RESOLUTION NO. 02-218 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, PROPERTY LYING NORTH OF THE FREEWAY AND SOUTH OF HIGHLAND AVENUE BETWEEN AMETHYST AVENUE AND APPROXIMATELY 600 FEET EAST OF ARCHIBALD AVENUE D10. Approval of recommendation of a name for the park site located in the Rancho Etiwanda development at the northeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Banyan Street. Dl1. Approval to approve a Resolution that the City shall identify and give consideration in its vehicle procurement to the lowest emission vehicles wherever available, practical and cost competitive as determined by the City. RESOLUTION NO. 02-145 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RESOLVING THAT THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA SHALL IDENTIFY AND GIVE CONSIDERATION IN ITS VEHICLE PROCUREMENT TO THE LOWEST EMISSION VEHICLES WHEREVER AVAILABLE, PRACTICAL AND COST COMPETITIVE, AS DETERMINED BY THE CITY; PUBLIC SAFETY AND EMERGENCY VEHICLES SHALL BE EXEMPT FROM THIS POLICY D12. Approval to award and execution of Professional Services Agreement to Dan Guerra and Associates (CO 02-070) for Construction Survey of the Community Facilities District Infrastructure Improvements related to Phase la of CFD 2001-01 generally located north of Foothill Boulevard, south of Base Line Road, east of Day Creek Channel, and west of Etiwanda Avenue, to be funded from Acct. 1-612-303-5300 (Fund 612 - CFD 2001-01) for the amount of $324,500 ($295,000 plus 10% contingency of $29,500). City Council Minutes July 17, 2002 Page 4 D13. Accept the bids received and award, and authorize the execution of the contract (CO 02-071) in the amount of $389,846.38 ($354,405.80 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, Silvia Construction, Inc. for the construction of the Local Street Pavement Rehabilitation - Overlay of Various Streets, to be funded for Gas Tax 2105/Proposition 111 Funds, Account 11703035650/1022170-0. D14. Approval of the renewal of the Collection Center Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with the County of San Bernardino Service Area 70 Consolidated Fire District (CSA 70 CFD). D15. Approval of Map and Ordering the Annexation to Landscaping Maintenance District No. 7 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 7 for Parcel Map 15802, located on the west side of East Avenue north of Banyan Street, submitted by Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District. RESOLUTION NO. 02-219 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP NUMBER 15802 RESOLUTION NO. 02-220 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 7 FOR PARCEL MAP 15802 D16. Approval of a first amendment to the Joint Community Facilities Agreement (CO 01-053) between City of Rancho Cucamonga and Cucamonga County Water District in connection with the first phase of improvements to be constructed under CFD 2001-01. D17. Approval of an agreement with Michael Brandman Associates, Inc., (CO 02-072) for the preparation of a draft environmental impact repod for a 359 lot subdivision (Subtt 16072) which will include an annexation request and a development agreement located at the northeast corner of Etiwanda and Wilson Avenues within the City's Sphere of Influence. D18. Approval to execute the Norton-Fisher House Purchase and Use Agreements (CO 02-073 and CO 02-074) between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Etiwanda School District for the purchase of the Landmark designated Norton-Fisher House for one dollar and a use agreement for the parking facilities during non-school hours. The property, located at 7171 Etiwanda Avenue, is approximately .25-acre and occupies the northwest most corner of Grapeland School. A portion of APN: 227-131-24. D19. Approval of the plans and specifications, accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract in the amount of $7,029,405.57 ($6,390,368.70 plus 10% contingency) to the apparent Iow bidder, E.L. Yeager Construction Company, Inc., (CO 02-075) for the construction of the Phase I-A of Community Facilities District 2001-01, to be funded from CFD 2001-01 funds, Account No. 16123035650/1442612-0. MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Williams to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items 5 and 9. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. DISCUSSION OF ITEM Dg. Approval of a Resolution to accept from the State of California property lying north of the freeway and south of Highland Avenue and approximately 600 feet east of Archibald Avenue. Councilmember Williams stated she feels the trees are very important and wanted to make sure they are saved as much as possible. She asked that this be put in writing. City Council Minutes July 17, 2002 Page MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Biane to approve Resolution No. 02-218. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. E. CONSENT ORDINANCES El. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE TO AMEND CONTRACT WITH THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO PROVIDE SECTION 21354.4 (2.5% ~ 55 FULL FORMULA) AND APPROVE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT THE PARS RETIREMENT PLAN Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No.683. ORDINANCE NO. 683 (2nc~ Reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM TO PROVIDE SECTION 21354.4 (2.5% @ 55 FULL FORMULA) FOR LOCAL MISCELLANEOUS MEMBERS RESOLUTION NO. 02-221 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE PARS RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN TO BE ADMINISTERED BY PHASE II SYSTEMS, PARS TRUST ADMINISTRATOR FOR CITY EMPLOYEES MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Curatalo to waive full reading and approve Ordinance No. 683 and approve Resolution No. 02-221. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. F. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS Fl. APPEAL OF STREET NAME CHANGE DRC 2002-00300 - SOLBERG - An appeal of the Planning Commission's decision to approve a street name change from Miller Avenue to "Church Street" for that portion of Miller Avenue between the current easternmost terminus of Church Street and the east boundary of the City of Rancho Cucamonga (intersection of Miller Avenue and East Avenue). Staff report presented by Brent LeCount, Associate Planner. Mayor Alexander inquired if this small sect[on of Miller can stay like this. Brent LeCount, Associate Planner, stated the City Council can do that if they want to. Mayor Alexander stated he would like to do this. Councilmember Williams asked if the homes on Miller would get curb and gutter when the other areas on Church are developed on through. City Council Minutes July 17, 2002 Page 6 Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated ultimately they would. The rest of the Council stated they would agree with the Mayor's comments. Councilmember Curatalo stated as long as it is safe that is her concern and stated she appreciates the Mayor's comments. Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. Addressing the City Council were: Gwen Frost, 12996 Victoria and from the Etiwanda Historical Society, stated she takes pride in the community of Etiwanda. She felt it was impodant to leave the street as Miller. Elaine Gallegos, 12958 Miller, stated she would like the street to stay as Miller. She also talked about other streets that are named after famous people in the City from the earlier days. Jim Frost, 12996 Victoria, had various maps showing street name changes within the City and surrounding areas. He felt Miller should remain as is. John Solberg stated he enjoys living on Miller and agrees with the Mayor's comments. There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed Councilmember Dutton stated he felt this is the time when special considerations should be given and felt the appeal should be granted. RESOLUTION NO. 02-222 - NOT APPROVED A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, 5ENY!NG AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DECISION TO APPROVE A STREET NAME CHANGE FROM MILLER AVENUE TO "CHURCH STREET" FOR THAT PORTION OF MILLER AVENUE BETVVEEN THE CURRENT EASTERN MOST TERMINUS OF CHURCH STREET AND THE EAST BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA (INTERSECTION OF MILLER AVENUE AND EAST AVENUE), AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Williams to grant the appeal. Motion carried unanimously 5- 0. F2. CONSIDERATION OF REVISION TO THE FEE FOR INSPECTION OUTSIDE OF NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS Staff repod presented by Jerry Grant, Interim Building Official. He added there is a revised page to the staff report which had been distributed to the Council and is on file in the City Clerk's office. Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. There being no response, the public hearing was closed. Councilmember Dutton stated he has problems with someone having to pay a fee for a fire inspection. He also felt Friday was a normal working day and people should not be charged for Friday inspections. Mayor Alexander stated he appreciates Councilmember Dutton's comments, but added the City staff is already working 40+ hours per week. Councilmember Dutton felt possibly a comparison of other cities would be a good idea. City Council Minutes July 17, 2002 Page ? Jack Lam, City Manager, stated this is being done because the contract costs have increased. He stated we use contract inspectors because of the amount of work the City has. RESOLUTION NO. 02-223 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION 02-023 MODIFYING THE FEE FOR INSPECTIONS OUTSIDE OF NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Biane to approve Resolution No. 02-223. Councilmember Williams felt there should be clarification on how the four hour minimum is worded. Jack Lam, City Manager, stated this is being done through this Resolution. Motion carried 4-1 (Dutton voted no). F3. APPROVAL TO DESIGNATE CHERRY LANE AS A PRIVATE STREET, THEREBY EXEMPTING THE ABUTTING PROPERTIES FROM REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN CHAPTER 12.08 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE. Staff report presented by Dan James, Sr. Civil Engineer. Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. There being no response, the public hearing was closed. RESOLUTION NO. 02-215 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING CHERRY LANE AS A PRIVATE STREET AND EXEMPTING THE ABUTTING PROPERTIES FROM REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN CHAPTER 12.08 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Biane to approve Resolution No. 02-215. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. G. PUBLIC HEARINGS No Items Submit[ed. H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS No Items Submitted. City Council Minutes July 17, 2002 Page 8 I. COUNCIL BUSINESS I1. PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE ACTION: Report received and flied. 12. UPDATE ON THE CLEAN SWEEP PROGRAM (ORAL REPORT) Staff report presented by Captain Pete Ortiz, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department. A power point presentation was also given by Sgt. Gonzales and Sgt. Morrow which is on file in the City Clerk's office. Councilmember Williams felt the schools are to be commended. Councilmember Dutton complimented everybody on this program and stated we all want our kids to be safe. Sgt. Morrow stated they also congratulate the School Board for getting involved with this program. Sgt. Gonzales thanked the City Council for their support and also for the support of Captain Pete Ortiz. Councilmember Curatalo felt the Police Department has done a wonderful job. Councilmember Williams asked if this information would be made available to all of the parents at these schools. Sgt. Morrow stated yes it would be. ACTION: Report received and filed. J. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING J1. Councilmember Dutton stated he would like an update on how the Clean Sweep program is going with the schools once school starts. He felt October would be a good time to bring this back. K. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC No communication was made from the public. L. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded byWilliams to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 9:08 p.m. City Clerk Approved: August 21,2002