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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007/09/05 - MinutesSeptember 5, 2007 RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER The Rancho Cucamonga City Council held a closed session on Wednesday, September 5, 2007, in the Tapia Room of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor Donald J. Kurth, M.D. Present were Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, L. Dennis Michael, Sam Spagnolo, Mayor Pro Tem Williams, and Mayor Donald J. Kurth, M.D. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; and John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services. B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS Mayor Kurth announced the closed session items: 61. LABOR NEGOTIATIONS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6 TO GIVE JOHN GILLISON, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER, ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, DIRECTION IN REGARDS TO THE MEET AND CONFER PROCESS -CITY C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S) No one was present to comment on the special closed session items. D. CONDUCT OF CLOSED SESSION Closed session began at 5:30 p.m. E. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS F. RECESS The closed session adjourned at 6:50 p.m. with no action taken. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 2 G. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council was held on Wednesday, September 5, 2007, in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Diane Williams called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Present were Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, L. Dennis Michael, Sam Spagnolo, and Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem Diane Williams, and Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth, M.D. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager; James Markman, Legal Counsel/City Attorney; Mike Nelson, Economic Development Manager; Fabian Villenas, Management Analyst III; Joe Kamrani, Sr. Information Services Analyst; Jose Ramirez Information Services Specialist I; Sid Siphomsay, Information Services Analyst I; Mahdi Aluzri, Deputy City Manager/Community Development; Jon Gillespie, Traffic Engineer; James Troyer, Planning Director; Trang Huynh, Building Official; Joe Pulcinella, Animal Care & Services Director; Deborah Clark, Library Director; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Francie Palmer, Marketing Manager; Nettie Nielsen, Community Services Superintendent; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III; Daniel Schneider, Community Services Supervisor; JoAnn Gwynn, Community Services Supervisor; Joe Duguay II, Community Services Coordinator; Captain Joe Cusimano, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department; Chief Peter Bryan, Deputy Chief Mike Bell, Deputy Chief Mark Hartwig, Captain Cheryl Roberts, and Pam Pane, Management Analyst II, Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Shirr'I Griffin, Deputy City Clerk; and Kathryn L.. Scott, Assistant City Clerk. H. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS H1. Recognition of the Rancho Cucamonga Community Foundation for their dedication and service Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, introduced each Boardmember. He provided background information about the Foundation, the joining of forces with the Library Foundation, and elaborated on their many accomplishments. He said they are currently working on the leadership of the Library Foundation and the Community Foundation to develop a future strategy and future strategic work plan for the future of the PAL (Promoting Arts and Literacy) Campaign. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth stated thanked the Boardmembers for their many years of contributing and encouraging others to contribute and participate in our city. The Chairman/PresidenUMayor and Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers presented a City pin to each Foundation Boardmember. H2. Presentation and update on the Northtown Community Services Department Partnership Programs. JoAnn Gwynn, Community Services Supervisor, presented the power point update with the assistance of Joe Duguay, II, Community Services Coordinator. Mrs. Gwynn introduced Nacho Gracia, Executive Director, Northtown Housing Development Corporation, and Mary Rocha, Social Services Director. She thanked them for their generous help and support. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth commented on the participation numbers that have exceeded expectations far the programs and thanked staff for all their work. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 3 Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Michael said this is an example about the private/public partnerships that the City has with Northtown and other organizations. He said it certainly demonstrates the rapid increase in recreational and sports programs in our City. Nacho Gracia, Executive Director, Northtown Housing Development Corporation, stated nothing would have happened without the cooperation of staff in the City. He wanted the parents of the children of Northtown to know that there is always a place for their children to go where they are safe. He also thanked Mary Rocha, Social Services Director. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Spagnolo commented he has known Nacho Gracia for years and was proud of his positive image and accomplishments in Northtown. He thanked him for the excellent job. Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem Williams agreed with the previous comments. She thanked Mr. Gracia for his foresight in organizing the Northtown Community as a prideful place to live and for engaging the residents. I. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONSp, 11. Gary Lacy spoke regarding CHECK (Citizens Helping Empower Citizens Through Knowledge) and requested to be placed on the City Council agenda to reveal details of the Executive Summary. 12. Raymond Breaux spoke regarding his volunteering at the re-resource library at the James L. Brulte Senior Center; he praised the facility and thanked Council for sharing their respective experiences/educational resources for the benefit of the wonderful City of Rancho Cucamonga. 13. John Lyons spoke regarding the recently drive-by, precision shooting in his neighborhood; he responded to comments made by Gary Lacy, and he said that the City's Fire Department is first class. 14. Jerie Lee thanked the Council on behalf of the senior far making the wellness pass center expansion a reality, as an additional 500 square feet has made a huge difference. 15. John Wood thanked Council and the Sheriff's Department for efforts in making his neighborhood safe again (Vintage Highlands). 16. Jim Moffatt stressed the important of education and said it was commendable that the Mayor is going to Harvard. 17. Tony Mize spoke regarding the $1 Million Luxury Lifestyle Package House Raffle (PAL Campaign). J. AGENCY/FIRE BOARD/COUNCIL RESPONSES TO PUBLIC COMMENTS Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth thanked Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem Williams, Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers and staff, for filling in during his absence. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 4 K. CONSENT CALENDAR-REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY K1. Approval of Minutes: August 1, 2007 (regular meeting -Kurth absent) August 15, 2007 (regular meeting -Kurth absent) REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY CHAIRMAN KURTH K2. Approval of Check Register dated August 8 through August 28, 2007, for the total amount of $2,360,883.60. K3. Approval of a Resolution to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the Haven Avenue Underpass Capital Proiect to be funded from Tax Allocation Bond proceeds and Transportation Funds. RESOLUTION NO. RA 07-018 A RESOLUTION OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE "HAVEN AVENUE UNDERPASS CAPITAL PROJECT" IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS K4. Approval to set a special meeting of the Redevelopment Agency on October 17, 2007, at 4:30 p.m. to consider a recommendation of the Relocation Appeals Board decision in a matter of a relocation assistance appeal. K5. Approval to an amendment to extend the Redevelopment Agency's contract with Hill & Knowlton, Inc. (RA 04-023) for public relations services for FY 2007-08 and authorization to renew the contract on an annual basis as needed. K6. Approval of architectural services agreements, expenditure authorizations and budget appropriations for designated projects as detailed below: REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY VICE CHAIRMAN WILLIAMS Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with RJM Design Group (CO 07-167) for architectural services for Phase II of the Central Park Project in the amount of $2,498,865.00, authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $249,887.00, funded from Acct. No. 1120305-5650/1343120-0, and approval of an appropriation of $2,748,752.00 from Park Development Fund to Acct. No. 1120305- 5650/1343120-0; Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with RRM Design Group (RA 07-012) for architectural services for Fire Station 178 in the amount of $528,686.00, authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $52,869.00, funded from Acct. No. 2505801-5650/1645505-6311, and approval of a transfer of $581,555.00 from Fire Bond Reserves in Acct. No. 2660801-9505 to Acct. No. 2505000-8660 and an appropriation of $581,555.00 to Acct. No. 2505801-5650/1645505-6311; Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with RRM Design Group (FD 07-012) for architectural services for Fire Station 177 in the amount of $385,515.00, authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $38,552.00, funded from Acct. No. 3281517-5650/1597281-6311, and approval of an appropriation of $424,067.00 from Fire Capital Reserves to Acct. No. 3281517-5650/1597281-6311. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 5 MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Gutierrez to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar except for Items No. 1 and No. 6. Motion carried unanimously, 5-0. DISCUSSION OF ITEM K1. Mayor Kurth said as he was absent during the regular meetings of August 1 and August 15, 2007, he would be abstaining from approving the minutes. MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Michael, to approve Item K1. Motion carried unanimously, 4- 0-0-1 (Kurth abstained). DISCUSSION OF ITEM K6. Mayor ProTem asked that due to this item also being the same item on the Fire District Agenda (No. L9) and the City Council agenda (No. M17), she would like the discussion to be heard at one time. Discussion on this item follows the City Council Consent Calendar. ...... L. CONSENT. CALENDAR -FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT L7. Approval of Minutes: August 1, 2007 (regular meeting -Kurth absent) August 15, 2007 (regular meeting -Kurth absent) REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY PRESIDENT KURTH L8. Approval of Check Register dated August 8 through August 28, 2007, for the total amount of $108,983.40. L9. Approval of architectural services agreements, expenditure authorizations and budget appropriations for designated projects as detailed below: REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY VICE PRESIDENT WILLIAMS Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with RJM Design Group (CO 07-167) for architectural services for Phase II of the Central Park Project in the amount of $2,498,865.00, authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $249,887.00, funded from Acct. No. 1120305-5650/1343120-0, and approval of an appropriation of $2,748,752.00 from Park Development Fund to Acct. No. 1120305- 5650/1343120-0; Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with RRM Design Group (RA 07-012) far architectural services for Fire Station 178 in the amount of $528,686.00, authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $52,869.00, funded from Acct. No. 2505801-5650/1645505-6311, and approval of a transfer of $581,555.00 from Fire Bond Reserves in Acct. No. 2660801-9505 to Acct. No. 2505000-8660 and an appropriation of $581,555.00 to Acct. No. 2505801-5650/1645505-6311; Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with RRM Design Group (FD 07-012) for architectural services for Fire Station 177 in the amount of $385,515.00, authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $38,552.00, funded from Acct. No. 3281517-5650/1597281-6311, and approval of an appropriation of $424,067.00 from Fire Capital Reserves to Acct. No. 3281517-5650/1597281-6311. MOTION: Moved by Gutierrez, seconded by Michael to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar except for except for Items No. 7 and No. 9. Motion carried unanimously, 5-0. DISCUSSION OF ITEM L7. Mayor Kurth said as he was absent during the regular meetings of August 1 and August 15, 2007, he would be abstaining from approving the minutes. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 6 MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Williams, to approve Item L7. Motion carried unanimously, 4- 0-0-1 (Kurth abstained). DISCUSSION OF ITEM L9. Mayor ProTem asked that due to this item also being the same item on the Redevelopment Agenda (No. K6) and the City Council agenda (No. M17), she would like the discussion to be heard at one time. Discussion on this item follows the City Council Consent Calendar. ...... M. CONSENT CALENDAR -CITY COiJNCIL M10. Approval of Minutes: August 1, 2007 (regular meeting - Kurth absent) August 15, 2007 (regular meeting -Kurth absent) REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY MAYOR KURTH M11. Approval of Check Register dated August 8 through August 28, 2007, and payroll ending August 28, 2007, for the total amount of $10,823,060.73. M12. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the Construction of the Archibald Avenue Community Trail from Banyan Street to Wilson Avenue, to be funded from Acct. No. 1110303-5650/1607110 (Beautification). RESOLUTION NO. 07-208 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR ARCHIBALD AVENUE COMMUNITY TRAIL FROM BANYAN STREET TO WILSON AVENUE TO BE IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS M13. Approval of a Resolution to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the Haven Avenue Underpass Capital Project, to be funded from Tax Allocation Bond proceeds and Transportation Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 07-209 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE "HAVEN AVENUE UDNERPASS CAPITAL PROJECT" IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS M14. Approval of a request from American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) Regional 65 for a Waiver of Fees and Charges for use of the soccer fields at the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter Adult Sports Complex on September 8, 2007, for their picture day. M15. Approval of a Resolution permitting Mayor Kurth to have been absent from the regular council meetings of June 6, 2007, June 20, 2007 and July 18, 2007. RESOLUTION NO. 07-210 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, PERMITTING MAYOR KURTH TO HAVE Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 7 BEEN ABSENT FROM THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS OF JUNE 6, 2007, JUNE 20, 2007 AND JULY 18, 2007 M16. Approval of Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and Street Light Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 2 for DRC2007-00159 located at 7201 Amethyst Street, submitted by Robert Bathish, owner. APN: 0202-161-04 RESOLUTION NO. 07-211 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1 AND 2 FOR DRC2007-00159 M17. Approval of architectural services agreements, expenditure authorizations and budget appropriations for designated projects as detailed below: REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY MAYOR PRO TEM WILLIAMS Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with RJM Design Group (CO 07-167) for architectural services for Phase II of the Central Park Project in the amount of $2,498,865.00, authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $249,887.00, funded from Acct. No. 1120305-5650/1343120-0, and approval of an appropriation of $2,748,752.00 from Park Development Fund to Acct. No. 1120305- 5650/1343120-0; Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with RRM Design Group (RA 07-012) for architectural services for Fire Station 178 in the amount of $528,686.00, authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $52,869.00, funded from Acct. No. 2505801-5650/1645505-6311, and approval of a transfer of $581,555.00 from Fire Bond Reserves in Acct. No. 2660801-9505 to Acct. No. 2505000-8660 and an appropriation of $581,555.00 to Acct. No. 2505801-5650/1645505-6311; Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with RRM Design Group (FD 07-012) for architectural services for Fire Station 177 in the amount of $385,515.00, authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $38,552.00, funded from Acct. No. 3281517-5650/1597281-6311, and approval of an appropriation of $424,067.00 from Fire Capital Reserves to Acct. No. 3281517-5650/1597281-6311. M18. Approval to award an annual contract to Ellis Enterprises of Los Alamitos (CO 07-168) for window cleaning services for various city facilities as per RFB#06/07-014, with the initial contract period covering from the effective date of contract through June 30, 2008, with the option to renew for an additional three (3) years in one (1) year increments upon mutual consent by the City Engineer and contractor, in an annual amount of $81,720 plus $10,000 extra work, with the opportunity for cost-of-living increases as specified in CO#07-124, to be funded from 1001312-5304. M19. Approval to total vendor expenditures for the purchase of fertilizers from Simplot Partners in the amount not to exceed $100,000 for Fiscal Year 2007/08, with an option to renew, upon mutual consent, for additional one-year periods, up to a total of three years, to be funded from various maintenance accounts as determined by staff. M20. Approval of a Mills Act Agreement (CO 07-169), DRC2007-00432 -John Degraffenreid, to reduce property tax for the Miners House, a historic landmark located at 10089 Eagle Ridge Court. The house was relocated from 10089 Base Line Road. -APN: 1077-041-71. Related files: Landmark Alteration Permit DRC2003-00711, Landmark Designation LD87-26, Landmark Alteration Permit LAP88- 02, Conditional Use Permit CUP87-24, Parcel Map PM11311, Development Review DRC2003-00358, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16554. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 8 RESOLUTION NO. 07-212 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MILLS ACT CONTRACT NO. CO 07-169 FOR THE HISTORIC PROPERTY. LOCATED AT 10089 EAGLE RIDGE COURT. APN: 1077-041-71 M21. Approval and execution of an agreement between the San Bernardino County Flood Control District (CO 07-170) and the City of Rancho Cucamonga for the Cucamonga Storm Drain from Cucamonga Channel to Archibald Avenue. M22. Approval to accept Improvements, retain the Faithful Performance Bond in lieu of a Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for DRC2004-00656, located on the southeast corner of Sixth Street and Rochester Court, submitted by Mangini Development. RESOLUTION NO. 07-213 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR DRC2004-00656 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK M23. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for Tract 16306, located on the southeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Vintage Drive, submitted by Young California Cucamonga, L.P. RESOLUTION NO. 07-214 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 16306 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK M24. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Cash Deposit for DRC2001-00437, located at the northeast corner of Haven Avenue and Town Center Drive, submitted by Exxon Mobil Oil Corporation. M25. Approval to release Faithful Performance Bond retained in lieu of a Maintenance Guarantee Bond for DR00-40, located on the southeast corner of Arrow Route and Utica Avenue, submitted by Arrow & Utica Partners, LLC. M26. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond for DRC2001-00772, located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Hillside Road, submitted by Prestige Homes, L.P. M27. Approval to accept the Improvements, release all bonds and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for DRC2002-00018, located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and Alta Loma Drive, submitted by Panorama Development, LLC. RESOLUTION NO. 07-215 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR DRC2002-00018 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK M28. Approval to release Maintenance Letter of Credit for DRC2004-00428, located on the south side of 8`" Street, east of Hellman Avenue, submitted by Oakmont Rancho 8`" Street, LLC. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 9 M29. Approval to accept Improvements, retain the Faithful Performance Bond in lieu of a Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for DC2004-00721, located on the northwest corner of Milliken Avenue and 7`" Street, submitted by Fairway Business Centre, LLC & Milliken/Greystone Properties, LLC RESOLUTION NO. 07-216 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR DRC2004-00721 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK M30. Approval to accept the Improvements, release all bonds and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for DRC2006-00284, located at the northwest corner of 19'h Street and Carnelian Street, submitted by Rancho Plaza, a General Partnership. RESOLUTION NO. 07-217 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR DRC2006-00284 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK M31. Ap~roval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond far Parcel Map 16300, located on the north side of 4" Street between Pittsburgh Avenue and Richmond Place, submitted by Tharaldson Development Co. M32. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Parcel Map 16539, located at 6`" Street and Santa Anita Avenue, submitted by La-Santa Anita, LLC. M33. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance bond, and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for Parcel Map 16899, located on the south side of Ninth Street, west of Hellman Avenue, submitted by Cecil R. Carney & Cathy A. Carney, husband and wife, as joint tenants, as to undivided 50% interest and Shucri I. Yaghi, a married man, as his sole and separate property, as to an undivided 50% interest. RESOLUTION NO. 07-218 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARCEL MAP 16899 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK M34. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Cash Deposit for Parcel Map 17063, located at 9359 Feron Boulevard, east of Hellman Avenue, submitted by WF Construction, Inc. M35. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Orphan Flow Improvements (Tract 14759), located at Wardman Bullock Road and Wilson Avenue, submitted by Pulte Homes. M36. Approval to accept the Rancho Summit Park Project from Pulte Homes as complete (Tract 14759-2), authorize the filing of a Notice of Completion, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept the Maintenance Bond, and record the Grant Deed for the property. RESOLUTION NO. 07-219 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 10 IMPROVEMENTS FOR RANCHO SUMMIT PARK, AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK M37. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Tract 16147, located on the southwest corner of Banyan Street and Etiwanda Avenue, submitted by Pacific Crest Communities, Inc. M38. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for Tract 16466 (Storm Drain Improvements), located north of Banyan Street between Etiwanda and Bluegrass Avenues, submitted by Carriage Estates III, LLC. RESOLUTION NO. 07-220 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 16466 (STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS) AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK M39. Approval to accept the Archibald Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation from Banyan Street to Hillside Road and Wilson Avenue Street Widening and Pavement Rehabilitation from Amethyst Avenue to Archibald Avenue, Contract No. 07-035 as complete, retain the Faithful Performance bond as a Guarantee Bond, release the Labor and Material Bond, and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final contract amount of $520,328.32. RESOLUTION NO. 07-221 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE ARCHIBALD AVENUE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM BANYAN STREET TO HILLSIDE ROAD AND WILSON AVENUE STREET WIDENING AND PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM AMETHYST AVENUE TO ARCHIBALD AVENUE, CONTRACT NO. 07-035 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Gutierrez, to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar except for except for Items No. 10 and No. 17. Motion carried unanimously, 5-0. DISCUSSION OF ITEM M1. Mayor Kurth said as he was absent during the regular meetings of August 1 and August 15, 2007, he would be abstaining from approving the minutes. MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Gutierrez, to approve Item M10. Motion carried unanimously, 4-0-0-1 (Kurth abstained). DISCUSSION OF ITEM K6, L9 & M17. Approval of architectural services agreements, expenditure authorization and budget appropriations for designated projects as described. Vice Chairman/Vice President/Mayor Pro Tem Williams stated as a general rule, she does not like it when staff groups things together. She said there are all kinds of stuff being thrown in this and she would like to have it broken out and each component discussed very thoroughly. She said she is uncomfortable with this item because she doesn't feel she has near enough information, especially on the second two. She would like to have them brought back at another time. Vice ChairmanNice President/Mayor Pro Tem Williams said she would like to have the fire stations named instead of referred to as numbers, as the general public does not know buildings by numbers. She also stated that she is not sure that we have decided for certain that Central Park is the right location Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 11 for a fire station and she would like to have some honest discussion about it, possibly in a workshop forum. She said she is real comfortable with approving the professional services agreements, but the other two subjects she felt have not really been discussed. She said they are mentioned in the prior strategic plan, which was approved, but maybe Council should not have approved it, because that was the beginning of something bigger; she thought there would be a lot more explanation, a lot more clarity given. Jack Lam, City Manager, stated that the architectural contracts are enter twined because there is coordinating work with different architects. He said one architect specializes in park design and the other in fire station design, and there are same costs savings involved. He said if there are any changes, the contracts will need to be renegotiated. Vice ChairmanNice President/Mayor Pro Tem Williams said then maybe that is what we have to do. She said she is not comfortable and she stated this at the workshop. She said her mind is set that she does not think Central Park is a good place for a fire station. She said she apologizes if she missed it and was not paying attention, but, if anything, she was under the impression that a fire station at Central Park was going to be a small, very utilitarian facility to service the traffic collisions in that area. She said she has asked for more information about the kind of calls that are needed around there, but she has never gotten it in a simple form that she can understand. She said we haven't tried the system of prioritizing calls, which could change everything, yet we are already assuming that we are going to need certain levels of service. She said those are the kinds of things that should be discussed at a very detailed workshop. She said we really need to look at where else we could put that fire station. Agencymember/BoardmemberCouncilmember Gutierrez said there is always new information coming, always things to rethink, strategies, how to maximize our resources, and how to save money. He said we all know that we have a first class fire department, but to say we don't want to examine how we can save money and do things better, and then say that we're picking on them if we are recommending something, that is really irresponsible. He said there are a lot of issues that he is not sure about-the need and the size of the station and the location. He said the idea of a fire station at Heritage Park changed because the residents wanted that park to be for recreation. He said that same philosophy might prevail at Central Park. He said we're just concerned about using our money in the best possible way we can and conserving as much space as we can in this last great park in our City. He said he wished that we could proceed with the aquatic development aspect, but, on the rest, meet further to discuss details. Jack Lam, City Manager, said we do not recommend approving any of these contracts, because if we pull them apart, we need to renegotiate those because the dollar amounts will be different. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Michael said he respects his colleagues and their opinions; however he is a little astonished, as the Council has had workshops and they have unanimously approved a strategic plan. He said in all fairness to our Mayor, he was not in attendance in February 2006 when the strategic plan was approved. He said the Council made a determination and held workshops and public meetings dealing with Station No. 7, and we moved it out of a park and spent quite a few extra thousands, possibly millions, of dollars in order to do that to satisfy the equestrian concerns with the fire station in an equestrian park. He said he is all for looking at other potential opportunities. He said he couldn't approve the design for Central Park without knowing where a fire station is going to be. He said he believes we do need the fire station, regardless of the response system that's developed. He said he would welcome a workshop if that's what needs to be done. He said he would like to see this go forward with a unanimous vote of the Council because he wants to "walk the walk" and make public safety this City's number one priority, and he wants to make our recreational environment a number one priority. He said he thinks there are some definite advantages to a fire station at the park, one being conserving tax payer dollars. He said his fear is that there is not much other land that would make sense for a strategically located fire station, and he is afraid that if we abandon that idea, and we don't have a willing land owner, we may end up having the potential of a public taking of private property. He said Central Park property was deeded to the City for a park, and he thinks there are some advantages of it; however, he would certainly support further dialogue, further investigation and further comfort levels. He said he is not in favor of moving forward and starting to peace meal approvals; he came prepared tonight Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 12 to vote for the consent calendar item. He said, however, if there is consternation about that, then we can have different forums for full dialogue and opportunity for people to speak. He said he is willing to work with all of City Council. Vice Chairman/Vice President/Mayor Pro Tem Williams said she thinks it is an opportunity in public to clear the air and make sure that it goes forward in a way that is absolutely studied to everyone's comfort level. She said at no time is she inferring that that our fire department is not first class. She said she wants to make sure that we are able to service our whole community in the best way possible. She said we get criticism from our community when they see three and four trucks going to something that very clearly could have been prioritized as a patient who fell out of bed at a senior center; then you've got every piece of equipment out of service; whereas, if we had the new call centers working and the prioritization occurring, the proper piece would have gone and taken care of the situation; then the other equipment is where it needs to be, ready to go out on another call. She said she has asked several times to have more discussion, but it's just breezed over. She said this is her opportunity to be heard and she cannot vote for it until there is further discussion. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Spagnolo said we've gone over this for the last couple years, but there's still some questions regarding our level of service in the community. He said he agrees with Councilmember Michael. He said it's not a new idea to have a fire station in a park; it's probably one of the ideal areas to put a fire station. He said if we are going to look at lowering our standards on what we've adopted and not put in Station 8, and maybe not put in Station 7, we need to look at changing our strategic plan and adopting a lesser standard of service than what we are currently providing to the community. His suggestion is to bring back the strategic plan and massage it until satisfies the people on this Council. Vice Chair/Vice President/Mayor Pro Tem asked that we call the fire stations by a name as opposed to numbers, so people can relate to an actual location. She said she doesn't think at any time, since we've found the new site for Station No. 7, has anyone mentioned not doing it. Fire Chief Bryan addressed the Agency/Fire Board/City Council and provided background information regarding property acquisition. He said for the public's information, staff has completed the most conclusive, most definitive, most analytical strategic plan that has been done in Southern California which was presented to the Board in 2005 for consideration. He said subsequent to that, the 5-Year Implementation Plan was adopted to provide structure and some guidance in order to be able to meet the service demands. He said this 5-Year Implementation Plan, starting with FY 05/06 and going through 09/10, provided for the ability to meet those demands. He said although our current population is 172,000, we have many more people traveling through on the freeways/highways, recreating in the City and shopping in the City. He said the Fire Department cannot keep up with those demands occurring in this City; the demand is outpacing the services for emergency response. He added that to meet these demands, it's critical to add resources. Fire Chief Bryan said within the Strategic plan is a Six-Point Time Continuum, of which nobody in the Nation, that they're aware of, has developed. He said we realize that it is more than fire stations and fire personnel that provide emergency response, so all six elements were analyzed in the time continuum. He discussed each element of the Time Continuum: 1) Pre-911 Actions; 2) Dispatch Call Processing Time; 3) Reflex Turnout Time; 4) Travel Time; 5) On-Scene Actions-Intervention & Stabilization; and 6) Time to Terminate Incident. He said the City now has the ability to analyze incident data that was not available a few years ago due to state-of-the art technology. He said it has been determined that in the center of the City is an area that exceeds the 4-minute travel time. He said during the first six months of this year, the Fire Department responded to approximately 300 incidents in this area that had a travel time over four minutes; 110 of those were advanced life support or paramedic-based incidents. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Gutierrez said assuming the call comes in, how long does it take for the firemen to wake up, get dressed and get on the truck. Fire Chief Bryan answered on a structure fire call, it will take approximately 1.5 minutes to dispatch; approximately 1.5 minutes to get the safety gear on and get the apparatus out of the door. He said we Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 13 are running less than 7 minutes travel time to 90% of the emergencies-fire and non-fire. He said we are already up to just under 10 minutes. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Gutierrez asked if there is other area, other than travel time, that we could possibly improve upon. Fire Chief Bryan said they are doing all six of those now. He said they are doing everything they possibly can with the dollars available, with the effectiveness and the cost efficiency that they possibly can do. He said they are still working on some of the future programs, like call triage and prioritization. He said it's going to take a period of time to do that. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Gutierrez said this is a consent calendar item, and he doesn't think they're ready to debate the merits at this meeting. Fire Chief Bryan said he understands that, but he would be remiss if he didn't let the Council and the public know that the Fire Department has done the best analysis that any department has done in Southern California. He said we are proud to tell Council that the fire service leading expert in this nation, the former State Fire Marshal, has looked at this strategic plan and said that he has not seen one this in- depth. He said he would also be remiss if he didn't tell Council that this area in the center of the City is critical because those people that the Fire Department is responding to are outside the four-minute travel time. He said that location that was presented is part of the implementation plan and previously received approval to get a concept design is critical. He said Base Line provides for the east/west travel for all the senior facilities that are along Base Line and 19`h, and that will be a critical component in being able to get to them in a reasonable and appropriate time. He said the park is a good location; they have looked at other locations, as well, and there isn't any commercial property available. He said they have also taken a look at other cities and what they are doing as part of this analysis. He said there are 17 different facilities listed where they are co-locating public safety in the parks. He said when you start putting thousands of kids and adults in a water park, the Fire Department is a good partner to have when respiration stops and somebody is choking. He said every time you exceed one minute of travel time, you have lessened significantly a person's chance of survival when they stop breathing. He said being a good partner in that park is a good idea. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth asked why you wouldn't put a lifeguard there to do that job instead of a whole fire station. Fire Chief Bryan answered that lifeguards can provide CPR, but they don't have advanced life support; a lifeguard would not have any airway tools to keep the airway open; if a person vomits and starts choking, it doesn't matter how much air you blow into their lungs, as now they have occluded their airways. He said paramedics have the tools to be able to drop a tube and take care of that. Fire Chief Bryan said they have looked at architectural features, as requested by Council. He said the architect for the station conceptual design has produced two drawings-an elevation with the apparatus doors and the side elevation, and they have given a list of about a dozen architectural features that are consistent with the Central Park building. He said they have reduced the size of that site and the station to the absolute minimum, and they'll be able to share with the Public Works Department a fuel island, instead of putting in two fuel islands at different places. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth said he appreciates the Chief's support, but the Council wants to vote on it now. He said maybe they will look at all this information at a future date. Jack Lam, City Manager, said he would like to remind everybody about the fiscal linkages in the strategic plan when the Council reviews this. He stated that the Council asked to have a "pay as you go" program, and other than the ideal location, it not only saves the City a couple million dollars in terms of free- standing costs, but it would allow the City to use the Redevelopment Agency Fire Fund. He said the key is that there is no land available. He said staff is recommending that it stay within the Redevelopment service area. He said outside that Agency area, the Fire District will not be able to pay for a station. He said the Council's adopted goal for the staff is to move forward to get these stations built as soon as Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 14 possible. He said staff showed the Council a fiscal plan of how that can be accomplished over that 5-year period. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Gutierrez asked how much money we are talking about for the Administration Building, the Central Park Station, the new station in the southwest and the new station in the northwest. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth asked if we could leave the details for a further discussion. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Gutierrez asked if the costs are $20 million - $30 million - $35 million. He said it merits a discussion at another time in a workshop. Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem Williams said she would like all that information presented to the Council before the discussion. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Gutierrez said he would like to have a workshop and discuss it at a different time. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Michael said we've seen those numbers before, but we need to look at them again. He said he is not in favor of approving anything on this consent calendar regarding these issues. He said possibly Mr. Lacy could submit to the Fire District and the City Manager's Office his thoughts. He said it would be critically important that all five of the Councilmembers be in attendance whenever that workshop is scheduled since this is a very important component of the duties as an elected body. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth said we need to make sure that the Council is confident that the placement is the best place regardless of what the investment is. He said to put it in the very best place, not just what is financially or politically the most expedient. He said placement is an issue; he stated his concern that there would be no park space left. He said our standards are far higher than those of some of the cities around us, and he thinks it's important for us to have our own call center so we can allocate our own resources. He said if we allocate those resources properly, we'll find that we have actually a lot more here than we realize. He commented that this is a consent calendar item, and we should try not to put controversial issues on the consent calendar. Jim Markman, City Attorney, stated that Council does not need to vote on anything unless they are going to act on them. Jack Lam, City Manager, suggested that they do not act, as these numbers on all the contracts will be different and need to be renegotiated. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth stated that if we do not have consensus, these should be separated anyway. Vice ChairmanNice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem Williams stated discussion could elaborate on breaking them out. Agencymember/Boardmember/Councilmember Michael stated he recalls that staff said they would be coming forth at this meeting and were going to bundle them together. Jack Lam, City Manager, stated that it was indicated to Council that once they approve the Phase II, these contracts would be bundled because we negotiate cost effective contracts based upon that bundling. He said depending upon the ultimate decision by the Council, we will negotiate whatever architectural contracts that we would have and once that is done, then each one can be voted on separately. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth asked what the Council should do based on a procedural level Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 15 Jim Markman, City Attorney, suggested that Council take no action. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Kurth stated they will then move to the next item. N. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS N1. INTRODUCTION OF CITY PURCHASING STAFF AND OVERVIEW OF DIVISION (Oral Report) Jack Lam, City Manager, stated this item has been postponed. Item N4 was heard at this time; however, the minutes will remain in the original order of the agenda. N2. UPDATE ON WEST NILE VIRUS BY THE WEST VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT (Oral Report) Update presented by Brian Reisinger, Community Outreach Coordinator of the West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District. ACTION: Report received and filed. N3. PRESENTATION OF THE ANIMAL CARE AND SERVICES DEPARTMENT'S "LOVE `EM AND LICENSE `EM"CAMPAIGN (Oral Report) Joe Pulcinella, Animal Services Director, introduced Susan DeAntonio, Fire Inspector, and "Gator," Canine Fire Investigator (retired). Mr. Pulcinella said to honor Gator's retirement after nine years of service, the Animal Care and Services Department has asked Gator to be the official spokes dog for the "Love "EM and License "EM" Campaign." Mr. Pulcinella presented the oral report and explained that all dogs over fours months old, by law, must have and wear a current license tag. He said there are discounts for spayed and neutered dogs for owners over 65 years of age, disabled owners and service dogs, and there is a voluntary license for cats. He announced that a special feature of the campaign began on September 1s` whereby residents who have let their licenses lapse or who have not licensed their dogs in a timely manner will be able to renew their dogs' license without having to pay a late fee of $18.00. He said this late fee free pass will only last until January 15', at which time the late fee will be charged for all dogs found without a license. ACTION: Report received and filed. N4. APPROVAL OF RED HILL TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN Jon Gillespie, Traffic Engineer, presented the staff report. Councilmember Michael said he heard the comment that in order for any community to privatize their streets, you almost need a unanimous consent of the property owners. Jim Markman, City Attorney, answered that he didn't think that is the case. He said with private streets there has to be some mechanism to maintain them and there has to be some organization which would request traffic enforcement of basic traffic laws within the private streets. He said the City then would have to vacate the street easements and there would have to be some organization that obtains title to these private streets, like a homeowners association. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 16 Mayor Pro Tem Williams asked if private streets automatically mean they would be gated; and if not, she asked what they would gain to make them private if they are not gated. Mr. Markman said private streets don't necessarily mean they need to be gated. He said unanimity may come into play if some of the people don't want to join an HOA (homeowners association). He said nothing can cause them to join it, and it could become a real awkward situation. He said it becomes next to impossible if there's a group of people who do not want to join. Councilmember Michael asked if stop signs and speed humps will help reduce the cut-through traffic. Jon Gillespie, Traffic Engineer said he believes it will discourage cut-through traffic, as it won't be as convenient or as fast to drive through Red Hill. Councilmember Michael asked if Vineyard and Carnelian are on the improvement plan for traffic synchronization. Mr. Gillespie answered that improved synchronization on Carnelian and Foothill will really help. Mr. Gillespie described the difference between a speed "bump" and a speed "hump" He said bumps are typically smaller, usually about 12' wide, and more gradual. Mayor Pro Tem Williams stated she thinks the "hump" would be a very good thing to do if the goal is to slow down and discourage some of that through traffic. Councilmember Gutierrez said that he can understand the concerns of the residents and that it looks like a combination of enforcement, more stop signs and some speed humps look the most viable. Jon Gillespie, Traffic Engineer, said the stops signs would be phased in which would allow staff to implement stop signs as part of the residential neighborhood traffic management plan. Councilmember Spagnolo said it would be interesting to see the impact of the stop signs and to track what happens once they are installed. He said it needs to be shown that we are serious about trying to control what goes on in that community. He said maybe in a couple of months the Council could get a staff report on the progress. Jack Lam, City Manager, asked Mr. Gillespie if he, in the discussion with the residents, indicated the implications of the speed humps and the public safety's viewpoints of speed humps. Jon Gillespie, Traffic Engineer, said he did talk to the residents more about the speed humps. He said the residents were informed of the affects with speed humps, such as slower response times and noise. He said that staff would like to have a policy and consensus from the City Council on speed humps for methodology and implementation and also a concurrence from the Council that they would like staff to implement speed humps. He said tonight just the stop signs are on the agenda for approval; staff will need to prepare a policy to bring back to Council at a later date. Councilmember Spagnolo said he is not in favor of speed bumps due to the impact regarding emergency services. Councilmember Michael said he would like to propose that this issue be heard by the Public Works Subcommittee so it can be fully digested, then bring it before Council along with a recommendation. A recess was taken at 9:00 p.m. The meeting was called back to order at 9:12 p.m. with all members present. Mayor Kurth opened the meeting to public comment. Addressing the City Council was Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 17 Paul & Jill Drop stated they have lived on Alta Cuesta for 12 years, and they are opposing the number of stop signs proposed. She said it was overkill, as a lot of the streets are not as much of the problem. They said many of the stop signs will only inconvenience the residents and not the cut-through traffic. They mentioned the safety hazard around the school for children and the fact that there aren't any crosswalks or signs at Valle Vista and Alta Cuesta intersections. Hank Stoy said he was one of the members of the roundtable chosen to discuss the Red Hill traffic issues. He said it's been a pleasure to work with fellow residents and City staff. He complimented John Gillespie and Joe O'Neil. He said conceptually what has been developed is workable and will improve traffic safety on the hill and reduce the cut-through traffic. He said there is a side benefit to increasing traffic enforcement, as each time the Police deploys, a lot of tickets will be written which would benefit the City's treasury. He said he would recommend that the Council vote for the staff report as presented. Burt Court said he has been at the same residence far 32 years, and said there are an excessive number of stop signs between his house and Carnelian. He said in most cases it's 3-way stops; he thinks it's extremely excessive since almost 90% of his travel would always be eastbound and he would be gridlocked for an excessive amount of time in the morning. He said the congestion is bad when school begins and ends. He said the Council is penalizing the Red Hill residents due to other people who pass through that neighborhood. He thinks law enforcement would be the easiest way to slow down and reduce traffic. David Nelson said he lives on Alta Cuesta and he agrees that at certain times there is excessive traffic, but that it is not continual. He thinks speed bumps or humps would deteriorate the quality of the neighborhood. He said he noticed that the biggest problem is in the evening; he said people go right through the stop sign at Camino Norte. He agrees that what is happening makes it more unpleasant for those who live here. Maris Smith stated a stop sign or speed hump should be implemented directly in front of the school instead of at Calle Feliz. She said the buses can't even get in and out due to traffic and people coming around the blind corner. She said there is a small crosswalk that is completely ignored and that last year the PTA purchased two tall cones announcing the fact that there is a school; also, a mirror was purchased that helps the blind spot of people who come out of the school. She said crossing guards have been requested. Councilmember Michael stated, as a resident and if he had it his way, he'd probably say to close Red Hill and get rid of cut-through traffic and speeders, but that isn't what the Red Hill residents want. He said stop signs do have some merit. He said he does like the idea of putting lines on the streets so that people believe there is not people going into other lanes (such as Alta Cuesta and Red Hill Country Club). He asked the Traffic Engineer if, from a traffic engineering standpoint, that is a viable solution. Jon Gillespie, Traffic Engineer, said double yellow lines, or single lines, can be put on the streets, but the problem is when you put in center lines. He said then the speed increases due to the increased comfort of the motorists, as it appears to look like a busier street. Councilmember Michael said he agrees with the Valle Vista School stop sign (move from Calle Feliz to Valle Vista). He suggested taking away the stop sign at Camino Predera or at Calle Carabe, after talking with residents regarding which one. Mayor Pro Tem Williams asked what the recommended distance is between all-way stop signs. Jon Gillespie, Traffic Engineer, answered at least 500 feet; he said streets are usually about 1000 to 1200 feet apart. Mayor Pro Tem Williams stated asked if the top five or six could be installed immediately at locations where there is more cross traffic. She said if thirteen are installed at once, you won't know which ones were effective. She said she would be supportive of the roundtable's decision of which ones are the most critical. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 18 Councilmember Gutierrez said he believes it is a problem as he has spent a lot of time on those streets. He said the people who are here tonight are the ones mostly affected. He said 345 people actually sent the survey back, which is a lot of people. He believes that many of them are not here tonight because they feel somewhat comfortable that we are going to do what most of them have recommended. He said a lot of them were in favor of speed humps. He said tonight, however, we are talking about stop signs. He agrees that we should start with a smaller number and work our way up. He said we need enforcement there on a regular basis, at least for a period of time. He said maybe we need more manpower, but don't know tonight if we can commit that kind of manpower. He is shocked that there is no crossing guard at the school. He said that needs to be looked at and moving a stop sign is a great idea. Councilmember Spagnolo suggested traffic enforcement to help mitigate the problem. He said the issuance of traffic citations will give us an idea if it's making a difference. Mayor Kurth said public safety has to be number one, and we have to make sure that the children and everybody else are safe. He suggested the phased implementation of traffic signs. He thinks the goal now is to approve this plan. Jack Lam, City Manager, said consideration tonight is to make some decision regarding the stop signs. MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Williams, to direct staff to take a phased approach installing stop signs on Red Hill, starting with the most critical ones, to reduce speeding and cut-through traffic. .__._. O. COUNCIL BUSINESS 01. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per Councilmember.) No Council announcements were made. 02. UPDATE ON MEDICAL MARIJUANA ISSUES (Oral Report) ACTION: Item continued to September 19, 2007. 03. APPOINTMENT OF THE CITY'S DEPUTY CITY MANAGER. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES. AS THE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE WEST VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE TERM FROM SEPTEMBER 2007 -JANUARY 2009 Mahdi Aluzri, Deputy City Manager, Community Development, presented the staff report and recommended the appointment of John Gillison, Deputy City Manager, Administrative Services, to replace Trang Huynh, Building Official, who is the current member of the Board of Trustees and no longer a resident of the City of Rancho Cucamonga. MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Michael, to appoint John Gillison, Deputy City Manager, Administrative Services, as the representative to the West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District Board of Trustees for the term from September 2007 -January 2008. Motion carried unanimously, 5-0. 04. APPROVAL OF LIBRARY SUB-COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATION FOR APPOINTMENTS TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Councilmember Michael presented the staff report and said the City Council Subcommittee is recommending reappointing Robert Coberly and appointing Jackie Amsler and Luella Hairston to fill the two vacant positions. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council Minutes September 5, 2007 Page 19 MOTION Moved by Michael, seconded by Gutierrez, to recommend the reappointment of Robert Coberly and appointment of Jackie Amsler and Luella Hairston Motion carried unanimously, 5-0 05 LEGISLATIVE AND REGIONAL UPDATES (Oral Report) No update given U P. IllF.NTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING Councilmember Gutierrez Introduction of County Assessor, Bill Postmus, and discussion of property issues Q. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 10 21 p m Respectfully submitted, Ka~ryn C Scott, CMC Assistant City Clerk Approved October 17, 2007 •