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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026/04/01 - MinutesApril 1, 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, April 01, 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; Nicholas Ghirelli, City Attorney; and Jennifer Gracia, 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 - EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (1) OF SUBDIVISION (D) OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9; NAME OF CASE: RANCHO CUCAMONGA PRESERVATION SOCIETY VS. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA ET AL., SAN BERNARDINO SUPERIOR COURT CASE NO.: CIVRS2601692 (CITY) D3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO PARAGRAPH (1) OF SUBDIVISION (D) OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9; NAME OF CASE: IN RE: NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION OPIATE LITIGATION, U.S. DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF OHIO, CASE NO. 1:17 -MD - 2804. (CITY) E. RECESS The closed session recessed at 6:30 p.m. April 1, 2026 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 April 01, 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 Tem 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. Mayor Pro Tern Kennedy led the Pledge of Allegiance. A. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA None. B. ANNOUNCEMENTS I PRESENTATIONS B1. Presentation of a Proclamation to San Bernardino County Children's Network Declaring April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Mayor Michael and members of the City Council recognized the month of April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month and presented a proclamation to Hillary Steenson-Ray, Associate Children's Network Officer from San Bernardino County Children's Network. B2. Presentation of a Proclamation to OneLegacy Declaring the Month of April 2026 as Donate Life Month. Mayor Michael and members of the City Council proclaimed April 2026 as Donate Life Month and presented a proclamation to Maribel Galvan, OneLegacy Ambassador and Donor. Ms. Galvan highlighted the life-saving impact of organ donation and encouraged the community to register as organ donors by visiting www.onele-acy.org. B3. Presentation of California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) Awards of Excellence. Candice Smith, California Park and Recreation Society (CPRS) Regional Representative, congratulated the City of Rancho Cucamonga on receiving two awards. She first presented the Adaptive Sports Day Award to Community Services Department staff members Jennelle Markel, Megan Moberly, and Jeremy Barnes. Mayor Michael and Members of the City Council commended the department for its outstanding commitment to delivering inclusive, community -centered programming that expands recreational opportunities for all residents. Ms. Smith then presented the Connect RC Bicycle Program Award to Engineering Department staff Clarence de Guzman, Nicole Burnes, and Cindy Estrada Loera, along with members of the Connect RC Bicycle Subcommittee and community partners. Mayor Michael and the members of the City Council recognized the team for their exceptional efforts in promoting active transportation and enhancing safe, accessible routes throughout the City. April 1, 2026 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 C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Two (2) speakers: James Banks Jr. and Steve Janis shared their thoughts and concerns regarding the future of the Etiwanda Depot property and the surrounding area. They encouraged the City to consider developing a park on the Depot site and requested that the City Council preserve the historic character of the Etiwanda Depot. Mr. Banks Jr. submitted documents for distribution to the City Council, including conceptual park plans and email correspondence with City staff and the Etiwanda School District. In response to public comment, Mayor Michael stated that the City Council is committed to ensuring the Depot is protected. Wendy Lopez expressed concerns regarding encampments and homelessness and requested increased patrols and enhanced enforcement of local ordinances to support the preservation of public safety and quality of life within the City. Three (3) speakers: Mark Wardlow, Lucy Castillo and Jorge Rivera, identified their roles of employment and requested fair contract negotiations with Teamsters Local 1932. They emphasized the importance of supporting continuity in employment to maintain the community's quality of life through the upkeep of City parks and facilities, reducing turnover, strengthening workplace culture, promoting safe staffing practices by retaining skilled employees and filling vacancies, and ensuring competitive compensation. Terrance Masc expressed appreciation to the City for hosting "Compost Day" and stated his opposition to the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within the City of Rancho Cucamonga. He raised concerns related to public safety and alleged reckless driving by ICE agents, citing reports of courthouse abductions by masked agents at the Rancho Cucamonga Superior Court and noting the potential community impacts of immigration enforcement activities. Gia Trejo expressed concerns regarding a center -island divider at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue, noting that it has contributed to traffic accidents. She also commented on the condition of the restrooms within the Haven City Marketplace, stating they are not being adequately maintained. In response to public comment regarding a center -island divider at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue, City Manager Cox connected the speaker with Jason Welday, Director of Engineering Services. Lance Asbra offered a prayer and wished the Mayor and City Council a Happy Easter. Lee Waite expressed concerns regarding oversized vehicles parked in his neighborhood, noting that their presence affects the narrowness and accessibility of the street. He stated that he has reported the issue multiple times and feels dispatch for the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department has not been helpful, even when he cites that the vehicles are unregistered and in violation of City ordinances. He requested stronger enforcement, including the issuance of citations in accordance with Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code Section 10.52.050. In response to public comment regarding oversized vehicles parked in residential areas, City Manager Cox connected the speaker with Rancho Cucamonga Police Department Lieutenant Allison for follow-up. Amy Kashak expressed her opposition to the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within the City of Rancho Cucamonga. She noted that four Mexican nationals have died at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center and asked the City Council to consider adopting a resolution similar to that of the Jurupa Valley City Council, which prohibits federal immigration agents from using city -owned property, including parks, parking lots, and buildings for staging operations. Michael Perez addressed Item D2 on the Closed Session agenda and expressed his opposition to high -density housing, stating his preference for a park to be developed in its place. Mr. Perez submitted documents for distribution to the City Council, including conceptual park plans. April 1, 2026 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 Rancho Cucamonga Police Department (RCPD) Lieutenant Hurtado responded to public comments regarding the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at the courthouse, clarifying that the facility isoperated by San Bernardino County under State authority and is not owned or controlled by the City. He also addressed homelessness, highlighting the City's ongoing efforts to support vulnerable individuals and maintain community safety. Lieutenant Hurtado noted the work of the RCPD HOPE Team and explained that deputies coordinate with Code Enforcement to address and clear encampments. 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 and Special Meetings of March 18, 2026. D2. Consideration to Approve City and Fire District Bi-Weekly Payroll in the Total Amount of $2,419,253.51 and City and Fire District Weekly Check Registers (Excluding Checks Issued to Southern California Gas Company) in the Total Amount of $4,182,990.69 Dated March 2, 2026, Through March 15, 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 $4,154.30 Dated March 2, 2026, Through March 15, 2026. (CITY/FIRE) D4. Consideration to Receive and File Current Investment Schedules as of January 31, 2026 and February 28, 2026 for the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District. (CITY/FIRE) D5. Consideration to Cancel and Reschedule the May 20, 2026 Regular Meetings of the Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Financing Authority, and City Council to May 21, 2026; and Cancel the July 1, 2026 and August 5, 2026 Regular Meetings of the Fire Protection District, Housing Successor Agency, Successor Agency, Public Financing Authority, and City Council. (CITY/FIRE) D6. Consideration to Declare Retired Computers, Towers, Laptops, Printers, iPads, and a Projector As No Longer Needed, Obsolete or Unusable as Surplus. (CITY/FIRE) D7. Consideration to Approve a Single -Source Procurement of Traffic Signal Cabinets, Controllers, and Related Equipment from Econolite Control Products of Anaheim, California, in an Amount Not to Exceed $330,830 for Fiscal Year 2025/26. (CITY) D8. Consideration of the Cooperative Purchase of Four (4) Chevrolet Equinox Electric Vehicles and One (1) Chevrolet Silverado Electric Vehicle Via the Sourcewell Contract 081325-HLZ from Holz Motors, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $166,500. (CITY) D9. Consideration to Award a Contract with Rod -West Floor Covering, Inc. for the James L. Brulte Senior and Goldy S. Lewis Community Center Carpet Replacement Project in the Amount of $155,400, Plus Contingency in the Amount of $15,540 for a Total Amount Not - to -Exceed $170,940. (CITY) April 1, 2026 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 D10. Consideration of Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. 2024-085 with Yunex LLC for Traffic Signal and Safety Lighting Maintenance Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $1,519,400 for FY 2026/27. (CITY) D11. Consideration of Amendment No. 7 to the Professional Services Agreement with Champion Fire Systems for Fire Suppression System Maintenance in an Amount Not to Exceed $130,000 for City and Fire District Facilities for FY 2026/2027. (CITY/FIRE) D12. Consideration of Amendment No. 9 to Contract No. 19-187 with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Citywide Tree Maintenance in an Amount Not to Exceed $2,070,760 for FY26/27. (CITY) D13. Consideration to Accept Public Improvements Located on Haven Avenue South of Jersey Blvd. Per a Conditional Settlement and Release Agreement and File a Notice of Completion. (CITY) D14. Consideration to Adopt a Resolution Approving a Side Letter Agreement between the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and Fire Management Employees' Bargaining Group and Updating the Fire Management Employees' Bargaining Group Salary Schedule. (RESOLUTION NO. FD 2026-001) (FIRE) D15. Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager, Director of Engineering Services, or Director of Public Works Services Authority to Approve and Execute Master Agreements, Program Supplement Agreements, Fund Exchange Agreements, and/or Fund Transfer Agreements for Administration of Federal and/or State Grant Funding Between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) along with All Related Documents. (RESOLUTION NO. 2026-015) (CITY) MOTION: Moved by Council Member Stickler, seconded by Council Member Hutchison, to approve Consent Calendar items D1 through D15, with Council Member Scott abstaining on item D3. Motion carried 5-0. E. CONSENT CALENDAR ORDINANCE(S) - SECOND READING/ADOPTION None. F. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING ITEM(S) Fl. Follow-up and Review Regarding Parking, Noise, and Safety Issues Pertaining to Minor Use Permit DRC2023-00257 — Hamilton Family Brewery. This review does not constitute a Revocation Hearing under Rancho Cucamonga Development Code Section 17.14.110. (CITY) Elisa C. Cox, City Manager, introduced Mike McCliman, Assistant City Manager and Fire Chief and Matt Marquez, Economic Development Director, who presented the staff report and PowerPoint presentation providing an overview of steps taken since the Council review of the Minor Use Permit on December 17, 2025. A petition for a Permit Parking District was received by staff. Mayor Michael opened the Administrative Hearing. Five (5) speakers, LaVay Bland, Miguel Espinoza, Laura Espinoza, Julian Moreno, and Armando Moreno, expressed opposition to the Hamilton Family Brewery located at 8889 Archibald Avenue. They raised concerns regarding public safety in the surrounding neighborhood, the brewery's hours of operation, April 1, 2026 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 late -night noise, reckless driving, parking overflow, and increasing tensions between residents and brewery patrons both in person and on social media. The speakers requested empathy and timely solutions, including an unbiased third -party evaluation of the Minor Use Permit and consideration of a Residential Permit Parking District funded by Hamilton Family Brewery. Mayor Michael closed the Administrative Hearing. Discussion ensued among the City Council, City Staff, the City Attorney, and the City Manager regarding follow-up on Hamilton Family Brewery's security plan, continuation of community meetings, exploration of a Residential Permit Parking District and identification of enforcement areas. The City Council expressed support for an independent, unbiased review of the Minor Use Permit and assured the community of their commitment to identifying solutions to the concerns raised. City Manager Cox stated that it is the City's goal for staff to return with a proposal for City Council consideration of a Residential Permit Parking District at the May 6, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting. She noted that staff will review the information presented this evening and will make every effort to meet that timeline. G. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS ITEM(S) - CITY/FIRE DISTRICT None. H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORT(S) None. I. COUNCIL BUSINESS 11. Consideration of the City Council Community Parks and Landscape Citizens' Oversight Subcommittee's Recommendation to Appoint Members to the Community Parks and Landscape Citizens' Oversight Committee. (CITY) Mayor Michael introduced the City Council Community Parks and Landscape Citizens' Oversight Subcommittee Members, Council Member Scott and Council Member Stickler, who provided an overview of the recruitment process and presented their recommended appointments. MOTION: Moved by Council Member Stickler, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kennedy, to appoint Deante Markey, Grant Leggette II, and Sarah Gonzalez to the Community Parks and Landscape Citizens' Oversight Committee for four-year terms, effective April 6, 2026, through April 5, 2030. Motion carried 5-0. 12. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Michael announced that the City Council attended the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Vallarta Supermarkets, located at 10016 Foothill Boulevard in Rancho Cucamonga. He noted that the event was well attended, warmly received by the community, and that the store is a great addition to the City. Council Member Scott congratulated Omnitrans on its 50th anniversary, recognizing the agency's five decades of dedicated transit service to the residents of the Inland Empire. 13. INTERAGENCY UPDATES None. April 1, 2026 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 J. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS City Attorney Ghirelli reported action on Item D3 under Closed Session, stating that the City Council authorized approval of a settlement agreement with six pharmaceutical distributors involved in a multi -state opioid litigation. K. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING None. L. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Michael adjourned the Council Meeting at 8:57 p.m. Ap roved: April 15 2026 marl &*o sh R. AroqEo,'MMC City Clerk Services Director April 1, 2026 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