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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025/11/19 - Minutes November 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, November 19, 2025, in the Tapia Conference Room at the Civic Center, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM. Present were Council Members: Ryan Hutchison, Kristine Scott, Ashley Stickler, and Mayor Pro Tern Lynne Kennedy.Absent: Mayor L. Dennis Michael. Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; Elisa Cox, Assistant City Manager; Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney; Peter Castro, Deputy City Manager of Community Development, Jennifer Gracia, Deputy City Manager of Community Programs and Julie Sowles, 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 LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (1) OF SUBDIVISION (D) OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9; NAME OF CASE: TATE ET AL V. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ET AL, SBSC CASE NO.: CIVRS 2508450. (CITY) E. RECESS The closed session recessed at 6:18 p.m. November 19, 2025 I 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 9 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 Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Present were Council Members: Ryan Hutchison, Kristine Scott, Ashley Stickler, and Mayor Pro Tern Lynne Kennedy.Absent: Mayor L. Dennis Michael. Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney; and Ashton R. Arocho, MMC, City Clerk Services Director. City Manager Gillison led the Pledge of Allegiance. A. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA None. B. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Alec Steere, shared his condolences for the passing of former Council Member Spagnolo and Deputy Andrew Nunez, spoke about homelessness, the importance of serving others and invited the community and City Council to attend an upcoming event hosted by Water of Life Community Church. City Manager Gillison referred Mr. Steere to speak with Michael Parmer, Engagement and Special Programs Director. Osvaldo Diaz, shared jokes. Daniel De Pol, resident at Alta Laguna mobile home park, shared concerns over increasing mobile home rent and provided materials for the City Council's review. C. ANNOUNCEMENTS I PRESENTATIONS B7. Presentation of a Proclamation Honoring John R. Gillison, Retiring City Manager, for his Leadership and Years of Service to the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Elected officials and representatives from various agencies shared their thoughts, well-wishes, and anecdotes about retiring City Manager John R. Gillison's impact to the region and presented certificates, resolutions, and proclamations. Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy and Members of the City Council recognized refiring City Manager John R. Gillison and presented him with a formal Proclamation and City Tile as a testimonial to his faithful and dedicated service to the City of Rancho Cucamonga. November 19, 2025 I 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 9 D. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy announced that an updated staff report for Item D7 was distributed to the City Council at the dais and made available for the public as there was a revision to the Fiscal Impact section of the staff report, and noted the recommendation remained the same. Council Member Scott abstained 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 Regular and Special Meetings of November 5, 2025. D2. Consideration to Approve City and Fire District Bi-Weekly Payroll in the Total Amount of $1,662,670.39 for City and Fire District Weekly Check Registers (Excluding Checks Issued to Southern California Gas Company) in the Total Amount of$5,191,735.92 Dated October 29, 2025, Through November 11, 2025. (CITY/FIRE) D3. Consideration to Approve City and Fire District Weekly Check Registers for Checks Issued to Southern California Gas Company in the Total Amount of$14,995.48, Dated October 29, 2025, Through November 11, 2025. (CITY/FIRE) D4. Consideration to Receive and File Current Investment Schedules as of September 30, 2025 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District. (CITY/FIRE) D5. Consideration of an Appropriation in the Amount of $49,271 from the Homeland Security Grant for the Purchase of Stop the Bleed Kits Through a Competitive Bid. (CITY) D6. Consideration of a Contract with CJ Concrete Construction Inc. for the CDBG Concrete Rehabilitation Project FY 2025/26 in the Amount of $227,940, Plus a Contingency in the Amount of$56,985. (CITY) D7. Consideration of a Contract with AME Builders, Inc. for the Civic Center Waterproofing and Roof Repairs Project and an appropriation in the Amount of$2,654,100. (CITY) D6. Consideration to Approve a Preliminary Engineering Services Agreement with BNSF Railway Company for Design Oversight for the 6th Street At-Grade Crossing at the Existing Spur Track, 600' East of Santa Anita Avenue. (CITY) D9. Consideration of a Professional Services Agreement with ETAP Automation, Inc. for a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System and Engineering Model for the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Utility in the Amount of$189,350. (CITY) D10. Consideration of Amendment No. 1 to Contract CO 2025-114 with Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. for Park Mowing and Facility Landscape Maintenance in the Amount Not to Exceed $997,609.35 for FY 2025/26. (CITY/FIRE) D11. Consideration of Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement(CO 2019-168) with Brodart Co., Increasing Materials Acquisition Services in an Amount not to Exceed $500,000. (CITY) November 19, 2025 I 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 9 D12. Consideration to Accept the Council Chambers Carpeting and Seating Replacement Project as Complete, File the Notice of Completion, and Authorize Release of Retention and Bonds. (CITY) D13. Consideration to Accept the Civic Center HVAC Replacement Project as Complete, File the Notice of Completion, and Authorize Release of Retention and Bonds. (CITY) D14. Consideration to Accept as Complete, File a Notice of Completion, and Authorize Release of Retention and Bonds for the Hellman Avenue and Feron Boulevard Storm Drain Improvement Project (Project). This Project is Exempt from the Requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Government Code Section 15301 — Existing Facilities. (CITY) D15. Consideration to Approve and Adopt Resolutions Certifying the Results of Elections and Adding Annexation Nos. 2025-12, 2025-13, 2025-14, 2025-15, 2025-16, and 2025-17 to Community Facilities District No. 2022-01 (Street Lighting Services) of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. (RESOLUTION NOS. 2025-088 to 2025-093) (CITY) MOTION: Moved by Council Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Hutchison, to approve Consent Calendar Items D1 through D15, with the update to item D7 and Council Member Scott abstaining on item D3, due to her employment with Southern California Gas Company. Motion carried 4-0- 1.Absent: Mayor Michael. E. CONSENT CALENDAR ORDINANCE(S) - SECOND READING/ADOPTION None. F. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING ITEM(S) F1. Preliminary Review Hearing to Consider Proposed a General Plan Amendment and Zoning Map Amendment to Redesignate a 6.7 Acre Parcel from a General Plan Land Use Designation of General Open Space and Facilities to Suburban Neighborhood — Very Low and Rezone the Parcel from Parks (P) to Very Low (VL) Residential for a Property at the Southwest Corner of East Avenue and 23rd Street at 13149 23rd Street for the Purpose of Development of a Worship Center. (CITY) City Manager Gillison introduced Sophia Serafin, Assistant Planner, who gave a staff report along with a PowerPoint presentation for item F1. Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy opened the Administrative Hearing. There were no public communications. Applicant, Don Young, Chief Financial Officer of Verve Community Church and Matthew Molsberry, Architect, spoke about the proposed project and were available for questions and feedback from the City Council. Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy closed the Administrative Hearing. Council discussion ensued on project details such as: access points, baptismal pool maintenance and safety pre-cautions, civic engagement and the building phase/project schedule. November 19, 2025 I 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 9 Applicant, Don Young, Chief Financial Officer of Verve Community Church and Matthew Molsberry, Architect, received feedback on the proposed project, answered questions and thanked the City Council for their preliminary comments to prepare a formal submittal. G. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM(S) - CITY/FIRE DISTRICT Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy announced items G1 through G3 would be presented and acted upon concurrently by the City Council and Fire Board. GI. Public Hearing for Consideration of Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. FD- 060, to be Read by Title Only and Waive Further Reading, An Ordinance of the Board of Directors of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Adopting by Reference the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, With Errata, Together With Certain Changes, Modifications, Amendments, Additions, Deletions, and Exceptions; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; and Approving a CEQA Exemption Determination. (ORDINANCE NO. FD-060)(FIRE) G2. Public Hearing for Consideration of Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. FD- 061, to be Read by Title Only and Waive Further Reading, An Ordinance of the Board of Directors of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Adopting by Reference the 2025 California Fire Code, With Errata, Together With Certain Changes, Modifications, Amendments, Additions, Deletions, and Exceptions; Providing for the Issuance of Permits and Collection of Fees; Repealing Conflicting Ordinances; and Approving a CEQA Exemption Determination. (ORDINANCE NO. FD-061)(FIRE) G3. Public Hearing for Consideration of Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 1048 to be Read by Title Only and Waive Further Reading, Adopting the 2025 Edition of the California Building (model) Codes and the 2024 Edition of the International Building Codes. (ORDINANCE NO. 1048) (CITY) City Manager Gillison introduced Shane Adamns, Fire Marshal, and Zack Neighbors, Building and Safety Services Director, who gave a staff report along with a PowerPoint presentation for items G1, G2 and G3. Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy opened the Public Hearings. There were no public communications. Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy closed the Public Hearings. Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy and Members of the City Council thanked staff for their presentation, hard work and noted the positive impacts for residential and commercial insurance patrons. MOTION: Moved by Council/Board Member Stickler, seconded by Council/Board Member Scott, to approve Staff recommendations for items G1-62, waive Full Readings and adopt Fire Board Ordinance Nos. FD-060 and FD-061, by title only. Ashton R. Arocho, MMC, City Clerk Services Director, read the title of Ordinance Nos. FD-060 and FD-061. ORDINANCE NO. FD-060 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA WILDLAND- URBAN INTERFACE CODE, WITH ERRATA, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN CHANGES, MODIFICATIONS, AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION OF FEES; AND APPROVING A CEQA EXEMPTION DETERMINATION November 19, 2025 I 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 9 ORDINANCE NO. FD-061 AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, WITH ERRATA, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN CHANGES, MODIFICATIONS, AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND COLLECTION OF FEES; REPEALING CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND APPROVING A CEQA EXEMPTION DETERMINATION VOTES NOW CAST ON MOTION: Moved by Council/Board Member Stickler, seconded by Council Council/Board Member Scott, to waive full reading and adopt Ordinance Nos. FD-060 and FD-061, by title only. Motion carried 4-0-1. Absent: Mayor Michael. MOTION: Moved by Council/Board Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Council/Board Member Scott, to approve Staff recommendations for items G3, waive Full Reading and adopt City Ordinance No. 1048, by title only. Ashton R. Arocho, MMC, City Clerk Services Director, read the title of Ordinance No. 1048. ORDINANCE NO. 1048 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, INCORPORATING THE "INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, VOLUMES 1 AND 2", 2024 EDITION, INCLUDING APPENDICES THERETO; THE 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, INCORPORATING THE "INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE", 2024 EDITION, INCLUDING APPENDICES THERETO;THE 2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, INCORPORATING THE "UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE", 2024 EDITION, INCLUDING APPENDICES THERETO; THE 2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, INCORPORATING THE "UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE", 2024 EDITION, INCLUDING APPENDICES THERETO; THE 2025 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, INCORPORATING THE "NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE", 2026 EDITION, INCLUDING ANNEXES THERETO; THE 2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE INCLUDING APPENDICES THERETO: THE 2025 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE", INCLUDING APPENDICES THERETO; THE 2025 CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE; THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE; AND THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, DELETIONS, ADDITIONS, EXCEPTIONS, AND PENALTIES, AND AMENDING TITLE 15 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE VOTES NOW CAST ON MOTION: Moved by Council/Board Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Council/Board Member Scott, to waive full reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1048, by title only. Motion carried 4-0-1. Absent: Mayor Michael. G4. Public Hearing for Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 1049, to be Read by Title Only and Waive Further Reading, Amending Chapter 17.100 of Article V of Title 17 of the Municipal Code to Update the Regulations Regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) in Compliance with State Law and to Establish a Bonus ADU Program. This Item is Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15282(h) and 15061(b)(3). (ORDINANCE NO. 1049)(CITY) John Gillison, City Manager, introduced Stacy Lee, Assistant Planner, who gave a Staff Report along with a PowerPoint presentation for item G4. Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy opened the Public Hearing. There were no public communications. November 19, 2025 I 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 9 Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy closed the Public Hearing. MOTION: Moved by Council Member Scott, seconded by Council Member Stickler, to introduce Ordinance No. 1049, by title only and waive further reading. Ashton R. Arocho, MMC, City Clerk Services Director, read the title of Ordinance No. 1049. ORDINANCE NO. 1049 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 17.100 OF ARTICLE V OF TITLE 17 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE THE REGULATIONS REGARDING ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ADUS) AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (JADUS) IN COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW AND TO ESTABLISH A BONUS ADU PROGRAM, AND FINDING THE ITEM TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA), PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15282(H)AND 15061(B)(3) VOTES NOW CAST ON MOTION: Moved by Council Member Scott, seconded by Council Member Stickler, to introduce Ordinance No. 1049, by title only and waive further reading. Motion carried 4-0-1. Absent: Mayor Michael. G5. Public Hearing for Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 1050, to be Read by Title Only and Waive Further Reading, Amending Section 12.20.080 of Chapter 12.20 of Title 12 and Sections 17.20.020 and 17.20.040 of Title 17 of the Municipal Code to Dissolve the Trails Advisory Committee. This Item is Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378(B)(5) and 15061(B)(3). (DRC2025-00254)(ORDINANCE NO. 1050)(CITY) John Gillison, City Manager, introduced Jennifer Nakamura, Planning Director, who gave a Staff Report along with a PowerPoint presentation for item G5. Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy opened the Public Hearing. There were no public communications received. Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy closed the Public Hearing. MOTION: Moved by Council Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Scott, to introduce Ordinance No. 1050, by title only and waive further reading. Ashton R. Arocho, MMC, City Clerk Services Director, read the title of Ordinance No. 1050. ORDINANCE NO. 1050 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DISSOLVING THE TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE, APPROVING A MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT TO AMEND SECTION 12.20.080 OF CHAPTER 12.20 OF TITLE 12 AND SECTIONS 17.20.020 AND 17.20.040 OF TITLE 17 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO ELIMINATE REFERENCES TO THE TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE, AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 15061(B)(3)AND 15378(B)(5) VOTES NOW CAST ON MOTION: Moved by Council Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Scott, to introduce Ordinance No. 1050, by title only and waive further reading. Motion carried 4-0-1. Absent: Mayor Michael. November 19, 2025 I 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 9 G6. Public Hearing to Consider a Resolution Amending Electric Rates, Pursuant to the Requirements and Authority of Chapter 3.46 of Title 3 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code. (RESOLUTION NO.2025-094)(CITY) John Gillison, City Manager, introduced Michael Parmer, Engagement and Special Programs Director, and Chris Beeman, Deputy Director of Engineering/Utility Manager, who gave a Staff Report along with a PowerPoint presentation for item G6. Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy opened the Public Hearing. There were no public communications received. Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy closed the Public Hearing. MOTION: Moved by Council Member Scott, seconded by Council Member Stickler, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-094, amending electric rates, pursuant to the requirements and authority of Chapter 3.46 of Title 3 of the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code. Motion carried 4-0-1. Absent: Mayor Michael. H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORT(S) Hi. Consideration of First Reading of Ordinance No. 1051, to be Read by Title Only and Waive Further Reading, an Ordinance that Repeals Ordinance 89 Adopting a Design Review Procedure. (ORDINANCE NO. 1051) (CITY) John Gillison, City Manager, introduced Aracely Estrada, Management Analyst I, who gave a Staff Report along with a PowerPoint presentation for item H1. MOTION: Moved by Council Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Hutchison, to introduce Ordinance No. 1051, by title only and waive further reading. Ashton R. Arocho, MMC, City Clerk Services Director, read the title of Ordinance No. 1051. ORDINANCE NO. 1051 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 89 ADOPTING A DESIGN REVIEW PROCEDURE WHICH ESTABLISHES A DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE AND DESIGN REVIEW CRITERIA VOTES NOW CAST ON MOTION: Moved by Council Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Hutchison, to introduce Ordinance No. 1051, by title only and waive further reading. Motion carried 4-0-1. Absent: Mayor Michael. H2. Consideration to Receive and File the First Quarter Financial Update for the Fiscal Year 2025/26 and to Approve Additional Appropriations in the Amount of $3,090,670 in Revenues and$4,695,800 in Expenditures. (CITY/FIRE) City Manager Gillison introduced Jevin Kaye, Finance Director and Rick Flinchum, Deputy Director of Finance, who gave a staff report along with a PowerPoint presentation for item H2. MOTION: Moved by Council Member Hutchison, seconded by Council Member Stickler, to receive and file the First Quarter Financial Update for the Fiscal Year 2025/26 and to approve additional appropriations in the amount of$4,695,800. Motion carried 4-0-1. Absent: Mayor Michael. November 19, 2025 Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority and City Council Regular Meetings Minutes City of Rancho Cucamonga Page 8 of 9 I. COUNCIL BUSINESS It. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS None. 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. L. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy adjourned the Council Meeting at 9:18 p.m. Approv��e--d::-December 3, 2025 ton R. Arocho, MMC t<%A hton R. MMC City Clerk Services Director November 19, 2025 I Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority and City Council Regular Meetings Minutes City of Rancho Cucamonga I Page 9 of 9