HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026/02/18 - Minutes February 18, 2026
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, February
18, 2026, in the Tapia Conference Room at the Civic Center, 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho
Cucamonga, California. Mayor Michael called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM.
Present were Council Members: Ryan Hutchison, Kristine Scott, Ashley Stickler, Mayor Pro Tern
Lynne Kennedy and Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: Elisa C. Cox, City Manager; Mike McCliman, Assistant City Manager/ Fire Chief;
Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney; Peter Castro, Deputy City Manager, Jennifer Gracia, Deputy City
Manager and Julie Sowles, Deputy City Manager.
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, JULIE
SOWLES, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER, MIKE MCCLIMAN, ASSISTANT CITY
MANAGER/FIRE CHIEF, AND EMILY NIELSEN, SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES
BUSINESS PARTNER; PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6 REGARDING
LABOR NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE FIRE MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES BARGAINING
GROUP, RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIREFIGHTERS' ASSOCIATION - IAFF LOCAL 2274,
AND TEAMSTERS LOCAL 1932. (CITY/FIRE)
D2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION - SIGNIFICANT
EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (2) OF SUBDIVISION (D) OF
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9: (1 CASE). THE CITY HAS RECEIVED ONE
GOVERNMENT CLAIM REGARDING DAMAGE TO ONE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
ALONG BELLA VISTA DRIVE AND CARNELIAN STREET. COPIES OF THE CLAIM IS
AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE. (CITY)
D3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — INITIATION OF LITIGATION: INITIATION OF
LITIGATION PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (4) OF SUBDIVISION (D) OF GOVERNMENT
CODE SECTION 54956.9: 1 POTENTIAL CASE. (CITY)
E. RECESS
The closed session recessed at 6:23 p.m.
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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, February 18, 2026, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10500 Civic
Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Mayor Michael called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
Present were Council Members: Ryan Hutchison, Kristine Scott, Ashley Stickler, Mayor Pro Tern Lynne
Kennedy and Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: Elisa C. Cox, City Manager; Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney; and Ashton R. Arocho,
MMC, City Clerk Services Director.
Council Member Scott led the Pledge of Allegiance.
A. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA
None.
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS/ PRESENTATIONS
B1. Lunar New Year Festival Presentation and Recognition of Event Partner, California Cultural
Festival, LLC.
Mary Johnson, Community Services Supervisor, proudly highlighted the success of this year's Lunar New
Year Festival and extended heartfelt thanks to the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Department, Police
Department, City staff and event partner, California Cultural Festival, LLC, for making it an unforgettable
event for the community. Mayor Michael and Members of the City Council presented a Certificate of
Recognition to Eric Luan, President of California Culture Festival, LLC, honoring their outstanding
dedication and exceptional efforts of promoting cultural heritage and vibrant community spirit.
B2. Rancho Cucamonga Police Department Vehicles are Now Equipped with Automatic
External Defibrillators (AEDs).
Sandy Griffin, EMS Administrator; Joshua Stapleton, Field Training Officer; and Patricia Eickholt, Quality
Improvement (QI) Nurse, provided a PowerPoint presentation outlining the significant, life-saving benefits
of equipping Police Department patrol vehicles with Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs). The
presentation highlighted that AEDs enable officers to provide immediate cardiac intervention during
emergencies, reduce response times, and increase survival rates for individuals experiencing sudden
cardiac arrest prior to EMS arrival. EMS Administrator Griffin encouraged the community to download the
PulsePoint app which bridges the gap between the incident and professional responder arrival by
providing real-time alerts, mapping, and AED locations.
C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Alec Steere reported a mailbox theft at Hellman and Foothill and requested prompt replacement. He
noted the inconvenience of retrieving mail at the post office due to long lines and suggested adding public
restrooms at the facility.
Jaimie Gesiriech, a senior at Los Osos High School, expressed appreciation to the City Council for its
support and investment in Rancho Cucamonga's youth. She voiced support for Item H2 and shared her
enthusiasm for the implementation'of the PathwaysRC Workforce Development Plan.
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Four (4) speakers: LaVay Bland, Gail Walker, Mathew Garcia (spoke on behalf of Dr. Laura Espinoza)
and Miguel Espinoza voiced opposition to the Hamilton Family Brewery location at 8889 Archibald
Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. They expressed concerns about its proximity to a senior
residential community, disruptive noise levels due to an onsite vendor's generator, public safety, and
emphasized the importance of caring for elders in the community.
D. CONSENT CALENDAR
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 Meetings of February 4, 2026 and
Special Meeting of February 9, 2026.
D2. Consideration to Approve City and Fire District Bi-Weekly Payroll in the Total Amount of
$2,763,529.90 and City and Fire District Weekly Check Registers (Excluding Checks
Issued to Southern California Gas Company) in the Total Amount of$2,938,127.34 Dated
January 19, 2026 Through February 1, 2026. (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$36,261.84 Dated January 19,
2026 Through February 1, 2026. (CITY/FIRE)
D4. Consideration of the 2025 Annual Review of the Development Agreement by and Between
SC Rancho Development Corp., a California Corporation and Empire Lakes Holding
Company, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company and the City of Rancho Cucamonga,
Case No. DRC2015-00118. (CITY)
D5. Consideration to Approve Multi-Year Enterprise Licensing Agreements for Microsoft
Products and Services with SHI International Corp for an Amount Not To Exceed
$1,843,000 and Crayon Software for an Amount Not To Exceed $391,300. (CITY/FIRE)
D6. Consideration to Approve the Single-Source Procurement and Execute a Professional
Services Agreement with Triden Group in the Amount Not-To-Exceed $160,000 for the
Implementation of Network Hardware and Software for the Network Refresh Project.
(CITY/FIRE)
D7. Consideration to Accept Public Improvements of an Interceptor Channel Located North of
Wilson Avenue between East Avenue and Etiwanda Avenue per Improvement Agreement,
Related to Tract No. 16072 and Case No. ENG2021-00029, as Complete, File a Notice of
Completion, and Authorize Release of Bonds. (CITY)
D8. Consideration to Accept as Complete, File the Notice of Completion and Authorize Release
of Retention and Bonds for the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Local Overlay Pavement
Rehabilitation Project. (CITY)
MOTION: Moved by Council Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Hutchison, to approve
Consent Calendar items D1 through D8, with Council Member Scott abstaining on item D3. Motion
carried, 5-0.
E. CONSENT CALENDAR ORDINANCE(S) - SECOND READING/ADOPTION
None.
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F. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING ITEM(S)
None.
G. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM(S) - CITY/FIRE DISTRICT
None.
H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORT(S)
H1. Quarterly Development Update- Fourth Quarter 2025. (CITY)
City Manager Cox introduced Miguel Sotomayor, Principal Engineer and Darleen Cervera, Management
Analyst, who provided the 2025 Fourth Quarter Development Update.
Mayor Michael and the City Council expressed appreciation to staff for the comprehensive report.
The report was received and filed.
H2. PathwaysRC—A Plan to Develop Pathways to Public Service. (CITY)
City Manager Cox introduced Matt Marquez, Director of Economic Development and Carina Campos,
Management Analyst, who provided a Staff Report about PathwaysRC, a program designed to create
structured opportunities that connect individuals—particularly students and young professionals—with
careers in government.
Mayor Michael and the City Council expressed their sincere appreciation for staffs presentation and
reaffirmed their strong support for the PathwaysRC program. They emphasized the vital role public
service plays in shaping thriving communities and encouraged individuals to explore rewarding careers in
government.
The report was received and filed.
I. COUNCIL BUSINESS
11. Consideration to Appoint a Council Member to serve as Representative of the City of
Rancho Cucamonga on the West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District (WVMVCD)
Board of Trustees. (CITY)
Mayor Michael led a discussion with the City Council regarding the appointment of a Council Member to
serve as Representative of the City of Rancho Cucamonga on the West Valley Mosquito and Vector
Control District (WVMVCD) Board of Trustees. The City Council unanimously recommended the
reappointment of Council Member Stickler.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy, seconded by Council Member Scott, to reappoint Council
Member Stickler to serve as Representative of the City of Rancho Cucamonga on the West Valley
Mosquito and Vector Control District (WVMVCD) Board of Trustees for a two-year term through January
2028. Motion carried, 5-0.
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12. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
13. INTERAGENCY UPDATES
None.
J. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
City Attorney Ghirelli provided an update on Item D3 of the Closed Session agenda. He reported that the
City Council unanimously authorized litigation against Kimley-Horn and Ninyo & Moore, along with their
respective insurers, to enforce indemnity obligations related to claims arising from the Almond Avenue
Extension Project.
K. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
None.
L. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Michael adjourned the Council Meeting at 7:56 p.m.
Approved: March 4, 2026
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