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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025/03/19 - Minutes March 19, 2025 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY, SUCCESSOR AGENCY, PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY AND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETINGS MINUTES The City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga held a Closed Session on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, in the Tapia Conference Room at the Civic Center, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Council Member Scott called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM. Present were Council Members: Ryan Hutchison, Kristine Scott and Ashley Stickier. Absent: Mayor L. Dennis Michael and Mayor Pro Tern Lynne Kennedy. Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; Elisa Cox, Assistant City Manager; Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney; Matt Burris, Deputy City Manager/Economic and Community Development, Julie Sowles, Deputy City Manager of Community Programs and Peter Castro, Deputy City Manager of Administrative Services. A. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S) B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S) C. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS D. CONDUCT OF CLOSED SESSION D1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS ROBERT NEIUBER, SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR, PETER CASTRO, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER/ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, MATT BURRIS, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER/ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND JEVIN KAYE, FINANCE DIRECTOR; PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.2 REGARDING LABOR NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE FIRE SUPPORT SERVICES ASSOCIATION AND TEAMSTERS LOCAL 1932. (CITY) D2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS PARCEL NUMBER 0229-012-08- 0000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS ADDRESS 8434 ROCHESTER AVENUE, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730; NEGOTIATING PARTIES MATT MARQUEZ, DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, REPRESENTING THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, AND RICHARD LEE, REPRESENTING CBRE GROUP, INC., REGARDING PRICE AND TERMS. (CITY) D3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS PARCEL NUMBERS 1089-593-01- 0000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS ADDRESS 7150 ETIWANDA, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730; NEGOTIATING PARTIES MATT BURRIS, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, REPRESENTING THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, AND ANTONIO GONZALEZ, PRESIDENT, REPRESENTING ETIWANDA HISTORIC SOCIETY, REGARDING PRICE AND TERMS. (CITY) E. RECESS The closed session recessed at 5:45 p.m. March 19, 2025 1 Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority and City Council Regular Meetings Minutes City of Rancho Cucamonga I Page 1 of 7 REGULAR MEETING —7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER— COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Regular meetings of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority, and the City of Rancho Cucamonga City Council were held on March 19, 2025, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Council Member Scott called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Present were Council Members: Ryan Hutchison, Kristine Scott and Ashley Stickler. Absent: Mayor L. Dennis Michael and Mayor Pro Tern Lynne Kennedy. Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney; and Linda A. Troyan, MMC, City Clerk Services Director. Council Member Stickler led the Pledge of Allegiance. A. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA None. B. ANNOUNCEMENTS / PRESENTATIONS None. C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Heather Polk, Executive Director of the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce, thanked the City for their continuous support and shared a success story and partnership between the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce and the San Bernardino County Workforce Development program. Maria Gasparini, spoke about a recent shooting incident in her neighborhood and shared public safety concerns regarding Airbnb short-term rental properties in close proximity to schools. City Manager Gillison informed the property involved in the incident was not registered as a short-term rental property and referred Ms. Gasparini to Code Enforcement staff. David Dykstra, displayed a sign and spoke about the Rancho Cucamonga Animal Center and political issues. D. CONSENT CALENDAR Council Member Scott announced that she will need to abstain on item D3, due to a potential conflict of interest as her employer is Southern California Gas Company. D1. Consideration to Approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting of March 3, 2025 and Regular Meetings of March 5, 2025. D2. Consideration to Approve City and Fire District Bi-Weekly Payroll in the Total Amount of $2,295,154.18 and City and Fire District Weekly Check Registers (Excluding Checks Issued to Southern California Gas Company) in the Total Amount of $7,389,025.94 Dated February 24, 2025, Through March 09, 2025. (CITY/FIRE) March 19, 2025 1 Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority and City Council Regular Meetings Minutes City of Rancho Cucamonga I Page 2 of 7 D3. Consideration to Approve City and Fire District Weekly Check Registers for Checks Issued to Southern California Gas Company in the Total Amount of $36,414.78 Dated February 24, 2025, Through March 09, 2025. (CITY/FIRE) D4. Consideration to Adopt the 2025 Legislative Platform. (CITY) D5. Consideration to Receive and File the AB 1600 Development Impact Fee Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024. (CITY) D6. Consideration of Amendment No. 05 to the Professional Services Agreement (Contract No. 2020-028) with Granicus, LLC for Subscription Services for an Agenda Meeting Management System and Live and On Demand Video Streaming Services for an Additional Two (2) Years Ending March 31, 2027, Increasing the Total Contract Amount by $53,003.43. (CITY) D7. Consideration to Approve a Cooperative Agreement Between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power for the Approved Wildfire Early Detection System Project; and Authorization to Appropriate $661,232 for the FIREBird Wildfire Detection Device System. (CITY) D8. Consideration of the Cooperative Purchase of One (1) John Deere ProGator 2030A Diesel Utility Vehicle, One (1) John Deere TE Gator, and One (1) Smithco Diesel Bunker Rake via the Sourcewell Contract Number 0112624-DAC from Stotz Equipment in the Amount of $102,847.84. (CITY) D9. Consideration of the Execution of a Contract for the Victoria Park Lane DG Resurfacing. (CITY) D10. Consideration to Award a Three-Year Contract to Convergint for the Purchase of Public Safety Video Network (PSVN) Software Renewal Not to Exceed the Amount of $82,720. (CITY) D11. Consideration to Accept Public Improvements Located on the West Side of The Resort Parkway and South of Sixth Street per Improvement Agreement, Related to Tract Map 20118, as Complete, File a Notice of Completion, and Authorize the Release of Bonds. (CITY) D12. Consideration to Accept Public Improvements at the Southwest Corner of Sixth Street and Hellman Avenue per Improvement Agreement, Related to Tract Map 19918, as Complete, File a Notice of Completion, and Authorize the Release of Bonds. (CITY) D13. Consideration to Adopt a Resolution Approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Rancho Cucamonga City Employees Association, Including Amending the Salary Schedule for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025. (RESOLUTION NO.2025-009) (CITY) MOTION: Moved by Council Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Hutchison, to approve Consent Calendar items D1 through D13, with Council Member/Board Member Scott abstaining on item D3. Motion carried 3-0-2. Absent: Mayor Michael and Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy. March 19, 2025 1 Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority and City Council Regular Meetings Minutes City of Rancho Cucamonga I Page 3 of 7 E. CONSENT CALENDAR ORDINANCE(S) - SECOND READING/ADOPTION None. F. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING ITEM(S) F1. Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 1037, to be Read by Title Only and Waive Further Reading, Adding Chapter 9.38 to Title 9 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code Concerning the Prohibition Against Camping or Interference with the Use of Public Property Including Public Access. (ORDINANCE NO. 1037) (CITY) City Manager Gillison introduced Erika Lewis-Huntley, Management Analyst III, who gave a staff report along with a PowerPoint presentation for item F1. Council Member Hutchison spoke in support of the proposed ordinance and balanced enforcement approach by the City and Rancho Cucamonga Police Department that will not only enhance community safety, but also offer resources to those experiencing homelessness. Council Member Scott opened the Administrative Hearing. Nanette Hart, Rancho Cucamonga Compassionate Communities Member, spoke in support of item F1 and shared that she volunteers annually in the Point-in-Time (PIT) count alongside Rancho Cucamonga Police Department deputies to better understand the number of people experiencing homelessness in the City. She noted that the proposed ordinance is a thoughtful and necessary step to maintaining.the safety, cleanliness and accessibility to public spaces and asked the City to implement and enforce the proposed ordinance with dignity, respect and compassion. Anthony Rodriguez, displayed images and spoke in support of the proposed ordinance and asked the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department to enforce the ordinance to maintain cleanliness and safety in public spaces. Jaimie Gesiriech, Rancho Cucamonga Healthy RC Youth Leader, spoke in support of the proposed ordinance stating that the ordinance balances safety and fairness. She asked that the ordinance be used compassionately and only when truly necessary; and encouraged the City to continue investing in housing, mental health care and other resources that help unhoused individuals rebuild their lives. Council Member Scott thanked speakers and spoke in support of the City's balanced approach to preserve safety in public spaces. Council Member Scott closed the Administrative Hearing. MOTION: Moved by Council Member Hutchison, seconded by Council Member Stickler, to approve staffs recommendation and introduce the First Reading of Ordinance No. 1037 by title only, and waive further reading. Linda Troyan, MMC, City Clerk Services Director, read the title of Ordinance No. 1037 by title only. ORDINANCE NO. 1037 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 9.38 TO TITLE 9 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST CAMPING ON PUBLIC PROPERTY OR INTERFERENCE WITH THE USE OF PUBLIC PROPERTY INCLUDING PUBLIC ACCESS March 19, 2025 1 Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority and City Council Regular Meetings Minutes City of Rancho Cucamonga I Page 4 of 7 VOTES NOW CAST ON MOTION: Moved by Council Member Hutchison, seconded by Council Member Stickler, to approve staffs recommendation and introduce the First Reading of Ordinance No. 1037 by title only, and waive further reading. Motion carried 3-0-2. Absent: Mayor Michael and Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy. G. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM(S) - CITY/FIRE DISTRICT G1. Conduct a Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of Resolutions Making Determinations Regarding the Proposed Annexation of Territory (Annexation 25-1) into an Existing Community Facilities District, Adoption of Resolution Calling a Special Election, and Adoption of Resolution Declaring Results of a Special Election in Community Facilities District No. 85-1. (RESOLUTION NO. FD 2025-003 AND FD 2025-004) (FIRE) City Manager Gillison introduced Darci Vogel, Fire Business Manager, who provided a verbal staff report for item G1. Council Member Scott asked City Clerk Services Director Troyan to confirm that notice of public hearing was mailed and published in accordance with the law. City Clerk Services Director Troyan affirmed that notice was mailed and published in accordance with the law. Council Member Scott opened the Public Hearing to protests, comments and questions from interested persons, including persons owning property within Annexation No. 25-1 of Community Facilities District No. 85-1. There were no public communications. Council Member Scott asked City Clerk Services Director Troyan if any protests had been received. City Clerk Services Director Troyan informed no protests had been received. Council Member Scott asked City Clerk Services Director Troyan if any persons are registered to vote within Annexation No. 25-1, of Community Facilities District No. 85-1, and, if so, the number thereof. City Clerk Services Director Troyan informed that the County of San Bernardino Registrar of Voters has certified that there are no registered voters within Annexation No. 25-1 of Community Facilities District No. 85-1. Council Member Scott asked City Clerk Services Director Troyan if the owner of all of the taxable property in Annexation No. 25-1 of Community Facilities District No. 85-1 consented to holding the Special Election on March 19, 2025. City Clerk Services Director Troyan replied, yes. Council Member Scott asked City Clerk Services Director Troyan if she concurs that the Special Election may be held today, March 19, 2025. City Clerk Services Director Troyan replied, yes. Council Member Scott closed the Public Hearing. MOTION: Moved by Board Member Stickler, seconded by Board Member Hutchison, to approve Resolution No. FD 2025-003, calling a special election. Motion carried 3-0-2. Absent: Mayor Michael and Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy. March 19, 2025 1 Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority and City Council Regular Meetings Minutes City of Rancho Cucamonga I Page 5 of 7 City Clerk Services Director Troyan opened the official ballot and announced all nine votes in favor of the proposition presented on the ballot. MOTION: Moved by Board Member Stickler, seconded by Board Member Hutchison, to approve Resolution No. FD 2025-004, declaring the results of Special Election in Community Facilities District No. 85-1, Annexation No. 25-1. Motion carried 3-0-2. Absent: Mayor Michael and Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy. H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORT(S) H1. Consideration to Receive and File the General Plan Annual Progress Report and the Housing Element Annual Progress Report for 2024. (CITY) City Manager Gillison introduced Aracely Estrada, Management Analyst I, who gave a staff report along with a PowerPoint presentation for item H1. Council Member Hutchison reflected on the amazing projects started and completed in 2024; and shared his pride for a cherished and memorable ribbon-cutting ceremony of Beryl Park East Inclusive Playground where the community came together to celebrate the City's first inclusive playground, designed for children of all abilities to enjoy play together. Council Member Scott commended staff on an excellent report and shared her admiration in seeing projects come to life from a General Plan designed for and with the community. MOTION: Moved by Council Member Hutchison, seconded by Council Member Stickler, to receive and file the General Plan Annual Progress Report and the Housing Element Annual Progress Report for 2024; authorize the City Manager to make any necessary non-substantive changes to the report; and direct staff to forward it to the California Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation and the California Department of Housing and Community Development. Motion carried 3-0-2. Absent: Mayor Michael and Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy. I. COUNCIL BUSINESS 11. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS Council Member Scott thanked Ms. Jenson's third grade class at Los Amigos Elementary School for inviting her and Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy to speak about Women's History Month and local government. 12. INTERAGENCY UPDATES None. J. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS City Attorney Ghirelli noted that there was no reportable action taken during Closed Session held earlier that evening. K. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING None. March 19, 2025 1 Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority and City Council Regular Meetings Minutes City of Rancho Cucamonga I Page 6 of 7 L. ADJOURNMENT Council Member Scott adjourned the Council Meeting at 7:41 p.m. Appr6ved: April 2, 2025 Lind . T an, MMC ity C r Services Director March 19, 2025 1 Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority and City Council Regular Meetings Minutes City of Rancho Cucamonga I Page 7 of 7