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RANCHO CUCAMONGA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER •
The Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency held a closed session on Wednesday, October 1,
2008, in the Tapia Room of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga,
California. The meeting was called to order at 5:10 p.m. by Chairman Donald J. Kurth.
Present were Agencymembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams, Vice Chairman L. Dennis
Michael and Chair Donald J. Kurth.
B: ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM S
Chair Kurth announced the closed session items:
61. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF 6 TH STREET, EAST OF 115
FREEWAY; GENERAL OUTDOOR ADVERTISING; LINDA D. DANIELS, RDA DIRECTOR,
NEGOTIATING PARTY, REGARDING TERMS OF PROPOSAL- RDA
82. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF CHURCH STREET, EAST OF DAY
CREEK BOULEVARD; AGS HOMEBUILDER I, LLC; LINDA D. DANIELS, RDA DIRECTOR,
NEGOTIATING PARTY, REGARDING TERMS OF PROPOSAL -RDA
C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM S
No one was present to comment on the closed session item.
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D. CONDUCT OF CLOSED SESSION
Closed session began at 5:25 p.m.
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E. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS
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F. RECESS
The closed session adjourned at 6:25 p.m. with no action taken.
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G. CALL; TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, and City
Council was held on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located
at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman/President/Mayor Donald J. Kurth
called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
Present were Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane
Williams, Vice ChairmanNice President/Mayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael and
Chairman/President/Mayor Donald J. Kurth
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, Legal Counsel/City Attorney; Fabian
Villenas, Principal Management Analyst; Erika Lewis-Huntley, Management Analyst II; Linda D. Daniels,
Redevelopment Agency Director; Donna Vega, RDA Analyst I; John Gillison, Deputy City
Manager/Administrative Services; Jim Frost, City Treasurer; Shelly Munson, Information Services
Specialist II; Mike Toy, Information Services Specialist I; Mahdi Aluzri, Deputy City Manager/Community
Development; Mark Steuer, Director of Engineering Services/City Engineer; Dave Blevins, Public Works
Services Director; Jeff Barnes, Parks Maintenance Superintendent; James Troyer, Planning Director;
Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner; Waen Messner, Associate Planner; Barbara Tuncay, Assistant
Planner; Steve Fowler, Assistant Planner; John Thomas, Plan Check 8 Inspection Manager; Kevin
McArdle, Community Services Director; Nettie Nielsen, Community Services Superintendent; Paula
Pachon, Management Analyst III; Francie Palmer, Marketing Manager; Daniel Schneider, Community
Services Supervisor; Hussein Tarek, Community Services Coordinator; Deborah Clark, Library Director;
Chief Joe Cusimano, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department; Chief Peter Bryan, Rancho Cucamonga
Fire Protection District; Mike Bell, Deputy Fire Chief; Kelley Donaldson, Public Education Specialist; Shirr'I
Griffin, Deputy City Clerk; and Kathryn L. Scott, Acting City Clerk/Records Manager.
H. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
H1. City Council presentation of a Proclamation to the Planning Commission to declare the month of
October as "National Community Planning Month."
Mayor Kurth presented a proclamation declaring October as "Community Planning Month" to members of
the Planning Commission.
Planning Commission Chair Richard Fletcher thanked the Mayor and Council for the proclamation and
introduced members of the Planning Commission. He discussed the General Plan review process and
discussed the incorporation of sustainable building and green building.
Commissioner Frances Howdyshell discussed the efforts to focus on quality.
Planning Commission Chair Fletcher explained the purpose of the General Plan and public participation
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Mayor Kurth discussed the importance of the Planning Commission and expressed appreciation for its
hard work.
H2. Presentation of a Proclamation in recognition of "Fire Prevention Week."
Fire Chief Bryan discussed public education provided by the Fire Department. Public Education
Specialist Kelly Donaldson invited the community to attend the Open House on October 11, 2008, at
Jersey Station.
Mayor Kurth presented a proclamation to Chief Bryan and Public Education Specialist Donaldson
proclaiming October 5 - 11, 2008 as "Fire Prevention Week".
H3. Presentation of a Proclamation declaring the month of October as "Big Read Month," inviting the
community to read The Maltese Falcon by Dashiel Hammet, and celebrate a month of mysteries.
Deborah Clark provided an overview on the Big Read Month and the celebration of a month of mysteries.
Mayor Kurth presented a proclamation to Deborah Clark declaring the month of October as "Big Read
Month," inviting the community to read The Maltese Falcon by Dashiel Hammet, and celebrate a month of
mysteries.
Ms. Clark indicated copies of the Maltese Falcon were available at the library.
Councilmember Williams encouraged residents with children and those involved with youth groups to
attend the Fire Department Open House.
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L .PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
11. Kati Parker, representative for the Chino Basin Water Conservation District, stated the goal was to
recharge the groundwater through water conservation education. She discussed the Landscape
Evaluation Audit Program (LEAP) offered assistance to the City with its model landscape efficiency
ordinance. She requested the opportunity to attend a future Council meeting to discuss other Chino
Basin Water Conservation programs.
12. Jim Frost, City Treasurer, discussed the annual report on investment policy. He explained that the
investment policy was predicated by State Code and the City had an internal policy that was even more
conservative than what the State allowed. He assured the Council and community that the investments
and finances of Rancho Cucamonga were alive and well.
13. Mark Sanfilippo requested the City Council's endorsement of Measure A, a bond measure for the
Central School District. He discussed the proposed maintenance and updates that would occur with the
funds. He stated the funds could not be taken by the State and could not be used for salaries. He stated
the bond measure would not increase taxes. He discussed the 1991 bond measure and lowering of
interest rates. He requested the Council consider supporting the measure and publicly endorsing it.
Councilmember Williams asked when the 1991 bond was set to expire. Mr. Sanfilippo indicated it would
end in 2018. He explained that the School District had gone through four bond sales. He stated the
money was necessary for the children and tax payers would not be spending any more than currently.
14. Janice Reynolds, representing the Dance Gallery, introduced the dancers. She stated they had been
selected to participate in the Annual Disney Christmas Parade. She stated they had also been selected
by Carnival Cruise Lines. She announced upcoming fundraisers and invited the community to attend.
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Mayor Pro Tem Michael asked if donations were accepted for the yard sale. Ms. Reynolds stated quality;
gently used contributions would be accepted by the Dance Gallery.
15. Valerie Manlic addressed the Council regarding inequitable treatment of residents in her
neighborhood regarding code enforcement violations. She stated one individual was calling in complaints
on various residents. She submitted a petition signed by 43 voting members asking that the harassment
stop.
16. Mikael Richardson discussed problems with people using his private easement for dog walking and
traffic. He stated he had received a letter from Code Enforcement requesting he remove the barriers but
he had not installed the barriers. He requested the installation of sign reading "private trail -residents
only."
Councilmember Gutierrez stated the community was supposed to be gated but the development was not
yet complete.
Mr. Richardson stated the community was not gated and people were utilizing the private easement.
17. Jake Hamilton, Refuge House of Prayer, prayed for the Council and the meeting. He announced "The
Most Popular Day of the Rest of the Year" on October 11, 2008.
18. Cynthia Ladouceur addressed the Council regarding a violation she had received from the City due to
the condition of the house she had just purchased. She stated she had lived there for three days before
receiving the violation. She stated she was being harassment by one particular neighbor.
19. Jacky Chen addressed the Council regarding a citation he had received for a play house in his
backyard. He expressed concern regarding the balance between water conservation and maintaining
landscaping.
110. Louis Godwin thanked the Council for its dedicated service to the City. He thanked the Council for
endorsing Brad Buller, School Board candidate. He discussed Mr. Butler's qualifications and involvement
in the community.
111. Fred Guibara suggested the Fire Department encourage the use of 911. He discussed the need to
conserve water. He discussed the distribution of advertisements throughout the neighborhoods and
suggested an ordinance to prevent distribution unless placed on the front door or in the mailbox. He
discussed issues with foreclosed homes not being kept up.
112. John Lyons addressed the Council regarding foreclosed homes and tax fraud. He thanked those
involved in the Sacred Heart event. He discussed the recent car show. He encouraged residents to
frequent the local restaurants.
113. Araceli Ayala addressed the Council regarding the harassing neighbor
' J. CONSENT CALENDAR =REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
J1. Approval of Minutes: August 6, 2008 (Regular Meeting).
J2. Approval of Check Register dated September 10 through September 23, 2008, for the total
amount of $5,139,462.63.
J3. Approval to adopt Annual Statement of Investment Policy.
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J4. Approval of a Resolution to supersede Resolution No. 8601A which will amend the list of officers
who are authorized to participate in the Local Agency Investment Fund for the Rancho Cucamonga
Redevelopment Agency.
RESOLUTION NO. RA 86016
A RESOLUTION OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
LIST OF OFFICERS WHO ARE AUTHORIZED TO ORDER THE
DEPOSIT OR WITHDRAWAL OF MONIES IN THE LOCAL AGENCY
INVESTMENT FUND FOR THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
J5. Approval to accept the "2008 Local Agency Biennial Notice" pertaining to the Agency's Conflict of
Interest Code.
J6. Approval of a Backfill Agreement with the County Flood Control District (RA OS-022) to provide for
the removal of stockpiled dirt owned by the County and to transport, fill, compact and grade the dirt in a
portion of Demens Basin II located on the west side of Hellman Avenue, south of Hillside.
J7. Approval of Amendment No. 3 to the Pass Thru Agreement between the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, Redevelopment Agency and the County of San Bernardino to recognize the transportation,
fill, compaction and grading using stockpiled dirt owned by the County in a portion of the Demens Basin
No. 2, located on the west side of Hellman Avenue, south of Hillside Road, as a qualified project under
the terms of the Agreement.
J8. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Dan Guerra & Associates (RA 08023), and a
budget appropriation in the amount of $279,250 and a 10% contingency in the amount of $27,930 to be
funded from 2 5 02 8 01 56 5011 6 94 for design and administrative services including the preparation of plans
and specifications for the transport, fill, compaction and grading of a portion of Demens Basin II, the
preparation of a Lot Line Adjustment and related street improvement dedications or easements, the
processing of a CLOMR and LOMR, and related technical and administrative support in securing required
utilities, storm drain and water facilities to service the basin property.
J9. Approval of a Purchase and Sale Agreement between the Fire District, County Flood Control
District and the Redevelopment Agency (RA 08024 / FD 08012) which provides for the purchase by the
Fire District of approximately 1.16 acres of Demens Basin II, located on the west side of Hellman Avenue,
south of Hillside Road.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Spagnolo, seconded by Councilmember Williams to approve the
staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried
unanimously.
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K. CONSENT CALENDAR -FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
K1. Approval of Minutes: August 6, 2008 (Regular Meeting)
K2. Approval of Check Register dated September 10 through September 23, 2008, for the total
amount of $84,053.36.
K3. Approval to adopt Annual Statement of Investment Policy.
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K4. Approval of a Resolution to supersede Resolution No. 05031 which will amend the list of officers
who are authorized to participate in the Local Agency Investment Fund for the Rancho Cucamonga Fire
Protection District.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 05031A
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING INVESTMENT OF
MONIES IN THE LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND FOR THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
K5. Approval to accept the "2008 Local Agency Biennial Notice' pertaining to the District's Conflict of
Interest Code.
K6. Approval to adopt a Resolution of Intention to Annex Territory referred to as Annexation No. 081
(APN: 020810122, 23, 24 & 25; Fresh & Easy), into Community Facilities District No. 851, specifying
facilities and services provided, to set and specify the special taxes to be levied within the annexation and
set a time and place for a public hearing related to the annexation.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 08033
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY
OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 851, DECLARING ITS
INTENTION TO AUTHORIZE THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY
(ANNEXATION NO. 081) TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO.
851
K7. Approval to adopt a boundary map showing Assessor Parcel Numbers 020810122, 23, 24 & 25
(Fresh & Easy), located on the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Vineyard Avenue, to be
annexed into CFD 851.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 08034
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY
OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 851, ADOPTING. A
BOUNDARY MAP (ANNEXATION NO. 081) SHOWING PROPERTY
PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO. 851
K8. Approval of a Purchase and Sale Agreement between the Fire District, County Flcod Control
District and the Redevelopment Agency (FD 08012 / RA 08024) which provides for the purchase by the
Fire District of approximately 1.16 acres of Demens Basin II, located on the west side of Hellman Avenue,
south of Hillside Road.
MOTION: Moved by Boardmember Williams, seconded by Vice Chair Michael to approve the staff
recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar.. Motion carried
unanimously.
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L. CONSENT CALENDAR =CITY COUNCIL
L1. Approval of Minutes: August 6, 2008 (Regular Meeting)
L2. Approval of Check Register dated September 10 through September 23, 2008, and payroll
ending September 23, 2008, for the total amount of $4,256,436.00.
L3. Approval to rescind the award for the purchase of one (1) replacement Compressed Natural Gas
("CNG") powered rolloff truck with one (1) rolloff style water tank container and three (3) rolloff style
dumpster containers from Peck Road Truck Center in the amount of $219,963.01 and to reward the
purchase of one (1) replacement Compressed Natural Gas ("CNG") powered rolloff truck with one (1)
rolloff style water tank container and three (3) rolloff style dumpster containers from Carmenita Truck
Center in the amount of $234,443.79, to be funded from Acct. No. 17120015604 (vehicle and equipment
replacement fund).
L4. Approval to adopt Annual Statement of Investment Policy.
L5. Approval of a Resolution to supersede Resolution No. 85130A which will amend the list of officers
who are authorized to participate in the Local Agency Investment Fund for the City of Rancho
Cucamonga.
RESOLUTION NO. 85-1306
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE LIST OF OFFICERS
WHO ARE AUTHORIZED TO ORDER THE DEPOSIT OR
WITHDRAWAL OF MONIES IN THE LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT
FUND FOR THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
L6. Approval to accept the "2008 Local Agency Biennial Notice' and direct staff to proceed with the
amendments to the Conflict of Interest Code.
L7. Approval of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California,
adopting the 2008/2010 Measure "I" Two Year Capital Improvement Program for Measure "I" Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-198
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE 2008/2010 MEASURE
"I" TWO-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM BEGINNING IN
FISCAL YEAR 2008/09 FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF 'I" FUNDS
L8. Approval of a Reimbursement Agreement (DRA39) (CO 08-153) for construction of storm drain
detention basin and related improvements in connection with development of Tract No. 16776, submitted
by Cucamonga Estates 52, LLC.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-199
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REIMBURSEMENT
AGREEMENT (DRA39) FOR STORM DRAIN DETENTION BASIN AND
RELATED IMPROVEMENTS
L9. Approval of a Master Plan Transportation Facility Reimbursement Agreement (SRA054) (CO
08154) for construction of a traffic signal at the intersection of Haven Avenue and Trademark with
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development of Parcel Map 17303, submitted by the Hileman Company, LLC, to be funded from Acct. No.
11243035650/10261240.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-200
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MASTER PLAN
TRANSPORTATION FACILITY REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT FOR
THE INSTALLATION OF A TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT THE INTERSECTION
OF HAVEN AVENUE AND TRADEMARK (SRA54)
L10. Accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract in the amount of
$446,520.25 to the apparent low bidder, the R.J. Noble Company (CO 08-155) and authorize the
expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $44,625.03, for the Milliken Avenue Pavement
Rehabilitation from 7th Street Arrow Route improvements, to be funded from Measure I Funds, Account
No. 11763035650/ 16301760 and appropriate and additional amount of $47,000.00 to Account No.
11763035650/ 16301760 from Measure I Fund balance.
L11. Approval of a yearly professional services agreement (CO 08-108) with Sigmanet (DBA Agiline)
to provide website, kiosk, and graphics design and management services in the amount of $92,940, to be
funded as follows: $73,840 from Acct. No. 10012095300; $11,000 from Acct. No. 10014015300; $5,700
from Acct. No. 10163015300; and $2,400 from Acct. No. 10011045362.
L12. Approval to waive various fees and charges for the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of
Commerce's Grape Harvest Festival and Carnival to be held in conjunction with the City's Founders
Festival that is scheduled for October 31 thru November 2, 2008, at the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter.
L13. Approval of Amendment No. 3 to the Pass Thru Agreement between the City of Rancho
Cucamonga, Redevelopment Agency and the County of San Bernardino to recognize the transportation,
fill, compaction and grading using stockpiled dirt material owned by the County in a portion of the Demens
Basin No. 2, located on the west side of Hellman Avenue, south of Hillside Road as a qualified project
under the terms of the Agreement.
L14. Approval of a Determination of Adequacy of a Mitigated Negative Declaration, subject to and
contingent upon the approval of the County of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors, and as previously
prepared by the County of San Bernardino Flood Control District, for the relocation of approximately
116,000 cubic yards of stockpiled material to fill, compact and grade a portion of Demens Basin II, located
on the west side of Hellman Avenue, south of Hillside Road.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-201
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A DETERMINATION OF
ADEQUACY OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, SUBJECT
TO AND CONTINGENT UPON THE APPROVAL OF THE COUNTY OF
SAN BERNARDINO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, AND AS
PREVIOUSLY PREPARED BY THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO
FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT, FOR THE RELOCATION OF
APPROXIMATELY 116,000 CUBIC YARDS OF STOCKPILED
MATERIALS TO FILL, COMPACT AND GRADE A PORTION OF
DEMENS BASIN II, LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF HELLMAN
AVENUE, SOUTH OF HILLSIDE ROAD
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Michael, seconded by Councilmember Spagnolo to approve the
staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried
unanimously.
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M. CONSENT ORDINANCES
M1. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC200800196 -CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -
A request to amend the Development Code Sections 17.08 - Residential Districts; 17.10 -
Commercial/Office Districts; and Section 17.30 Industrial Districts, prohibiting public storage facilities,
including recreational vehicle storage and mini-storage in Residential Districts (with the exception of the
provision for such facilities permitted or conditionally permitted within the Terra Vista Community Plan)
and Commercial Districts. The proposed amendment also amends Section 17.30 from permitting storage
facilities "by right" and to require a Conditional Use Permit for all storage facility applications. Staff has
determined that the project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) Section 15061 (b) (3). Related files: Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2008-00561 and
Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRC2008-00566.
VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2008-00561 -CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A
request to the amend the Victoria Community Plan revoking Ordinance No. 287 and prohibiting public
storage facilities including recreational vehicle storage and ministorage in all Residential Districts. Staff
has determined that the project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) Section 15061 (b) (3). Related files: Development Code Amendment DRC2008-00196 and
Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRC2008-00566.
ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2008-00566 - CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA - A request to amend the use regulations for the Residential Districts of the Etiwanda
North Specific Plan to prohibit recreational vehicle storage facilities within the planned community. Staff
has determined that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section
15061 (b) (3). Related files: Development Code Amendment DRC2008-00196 and Victoria Community
Plan Amendment DRC2008-00561.
ORDINANCE NO. 795 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE
AMENDMENT DRC2008-00196, AMENDING PORTIONS OF SECTION
17.08 RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS; SECTION 17.10 COMMERCIAL/
OFFICE DISTRICTS; AND SECTION 17.30 INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS
OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA DEVELOPMENT CODE,
PROHIBITING PUBLIC STORAGE FACILITIES INCLUDING
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STORAGE IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
AND COMMERCIAL ZONES (WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE
PROVISION FOR SUCH FACILITIES PERMITTED OR
CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED WITHIN THE TERRA VISTA
COMMUNITY PLAN); THE AMENDMENT ALSO AMENDS SECTION
17.30 FROM PERMITTING STORAGE FACILITIES "BY RIGHT" AND
TO REQUIRE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ALL STORAGE
FACILITY APPLICATIONS; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF
ORDINANCE NO. 796 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VICTORIA COMMUNITY
PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2008-00561, TO PROHIBIT PUBLIC
STORAGE FACILITIES, INCLUDING MINI-STORAGE IN ALL
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS AND REVOKING ORDINANCE NO 287
(VCPA 8501)
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ORDINANCE NO. 797 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN
AMENDMENT DRC2008-00566, TO PROHIBIT PUBLIC STORAGE
FACILITIES, INCLUDING RECREATIONAL VEHICLE AND MINI-
STORAGE IN ALL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND SUPERSEDING
SECTIONS 8.08.010 THROUGH 8.08.060 OF CHAPTER 8.08 OF THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ASSUME
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF THE MOBILE
HOME PARKS ACT AND SPECIAL OCCUPANCY PARKS ACT OF THE
CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE, AND TITLE 25,
CHAPTERS 2 AND 2.2, OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF
REGULATIONS
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Michael, seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to adopt on second
reading Ordinance Nos. 795, 796, 797 & 798. Motion carried unanimously.
N. 'ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY COUNCIL ~ '
Item IUu Nl and N2 were i~adaa7cuire~y
N1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2006-00224 -
CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES FOR BASE LINE VICTORIA PARK PARTNERS. LLC - A request to
change the General Plan land use designation from Neighborhood Commercial to Medium Residential
(814 dwelling units per acre) designation for approximately 4.79 acres of land at the northeast corner of
Base Line Road and San Carmela Court -APN: 108958101. Related files: Victoria Community Plan
Amendment DRC2006-00447, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18212, Development Review DRC2006-
00730, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2007-00081. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration
of environmental impacts for consideration.
N2. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT
DRC200600447 -CHARLES JOSEPH ASSOCIATES FOR BASE LINE VICTORIA PARK PARTNERS.
LLC - A request to change the Victoria Community Plan land use designation from Village Commercial to
Medium Residential (814 dwelling units per acre) designation for approximately 4.79 acres of land at the
northeast corner of Base Line Road and San Carmela Court -APN: 108958101. Related files: General
ORDINANCE NO. 798 (second reading)
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Plan Amendment DRC2006-00224, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18212, Development Review DRC2006-
00730, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2007-00081. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration
of environmental impacts for consideration.
RESOLUTION NO. OS-202
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT DRC2006-00224, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE
GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM NEIGHBORHOOD
COMMERCIAL TO MEDIUM RESIDENTIAL (814 DWELLING UNITS
PER ACRE) DESIGNATION FOR APPROXIMATELY 4.79 ACRES OF
LAND AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF BASE LINE ROAD AND
SAN CARMELA COURT; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF -APN: 108958101
ORDINANCE NO. 799 (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VICTORIA COMMUNITY
PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2006-00447, A REQUEST TO CHANGE THE
PLAN FROM VILLAGE COMMERCIAL TO MEDIUM RESIDENTIAL TO
BRING THE SITE INTO CONFORMANCE WITH THE GENERAL PLAN
FOR 4.79 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF BASE LINE ROAD AND SAN CARMELA COURT; AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF-APN: 108958101
Planner Steven Fowler presented the staff report. He provided an overview of the proposed project. He
discussed the need to amend the General Plan Land Use Designation and Victoria Community Plan. He
discussed the CEQA review and preparation of a mitigated negative declaration. He stated staff was
recommending approval of the General Plan and Victoria Community Plan amendments.
In response to Mayor Kurth, City Attorney Markman explained that General Plan and Community Plan
amendments were presented to the Council with a recommendation from the Planning Commission.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Michael, City Attorney Markman indicated there was no opposition to the
amendments at the Planning Commission hearing.
Councilmember Spagnolo asked if there were proposed water saving practices incorporated in the
project. James Troyer, Planning Director, stated the hope was to include the new provisions.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Michael, Planner Fowler discussed the proposed parking for the project.
In response to Mayor Kurth, Planner Fowler stated the Planning Commission had recommended
approval. James Troyer, Planning Director, explained that the proposed use was more compatible with
the existing residential uses.
Charlie Buquet, Charles Joseph Associates, provided an overview of the project. He discussed the
adjacent residential properties.
Ed Miller, property owner, discussed their previous intent to develop the property as a commercial
property. He explained the proposed townhouse project. He complimented the City on its guidelines.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael asked if they were previously proposing a Walgreens. Mr. (property owner)
stated they were previously proposing approximately 78,000 square feet of commercial property.
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Mayor Kurth asked how traffic would be impacted. Mr. Miller stated the residential use would generate
less traffic.
In response to Mayor Kurth, Mayor Pro Tem Michael stated there was no opposition at the Planning
Commission hearing.
In response to Councilmember Gutierrez, Mr. Buquet indicated there would be 67 units. He discussed
the neighborhood support and concerns addressed. He explained the proposed ingress and egress.
Councilmember Williams stated she was contacted by an existing neighbor who urged support of the
project.
Councilmember Spagnolo stated it appeared the neighbors' concerns had been well addressed.
Mayor Kurth opened the public hearing.
John Lyons suggested incorporation of the nearby bike trails.
Mayor Kurth closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Gutierrez to adopt Resolution No. 08-202
and introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 799.
Councilmember Williams agreed that the bike trail should be tied into the development.
Mayor Kurth expressed concern regarding increasing the density if adjacent residents had concerns. He
stated he would like to be convinced that the people of Rancho Cucamonga would benefit.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael discussed the need for a variety of housing. He stated density might be
increased over a commercial development but traffic would not be increased.
Mayor Kurth stated the community had indicated there was enough high density development.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated the surrounding community accepted the project. He stated he had
previously recommended recording neighborhood meetings. He suggested memorializing concerns
expressed by the neighbors. He stated he would prefer single family homes.
Councilmember Spagnolo stated the project would enhance the area. He stated the economy would not
support a commercial center. He stated the units would enhance and build up the business in the area.
Councilmember Gutierrez asked if provisions had been made for adequate onsite parking and protection
of San Carmela.
Councilmember Williams stated parking would be restricted on San Carmela. She stated the number of
'units had been reduced and the development was appropriate for the area. She stated the units would
be desirable. She indicated support for the project.
Mayor Kurth stated there was enough high density development in the City.
The motion carried 4-1. MavorKurth dissenting.
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O. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS. '
01. PRESENTATION OF THE VOLGISTICS VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE (Oral
PowerPoint Presentation)
Daniel Snyder, Community Services Supervisor, presented the new software program, Volgistics, to be
utilized for city-wide volunteer programs.
Hussein Tarek, Community Services Coordinator, displayed a PowerPoint which provided an overview of
the volunteer program.
The Council commended staff for implementation of the program.
In response to Councilmember Spagnolo, Community Services Coordinator Hussan discussed proposed
publicity of the program.
02. STATUS REPORT ON DEVELOPMENT OF REVISED MODEL LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE ON
COMPLIANCE WITH AB1881 AND WATER CONSERVATION /WATER RECYCLING PROGRAMS IN
RANCHO CUCAMONGA (PowerPoint Presentation)
Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner, provided background on AB1881. She discussed the City's
compliance with water conservation and recycling regulations. She explained the requirements of the
model landscape ordinance. She discussed the components included in the model landscape ordinance.
She explained triggers for permit requirements.
Councilmember Williams asked about capturing rainwater. Jennifer Nakamura explained that passive
grading practices would assist in capturing rainwater. She stated the idea was to provide water budgets
and allow the landscape architects to design for the allowed use.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael explained that he sat on the Landscape Alliance Committee and discussed the
efforts to implement the State's mandate. He discussed potential difficulty in the City auditing private
properties. He stated the ordinance did not have to be adopted until 2010.
Jennifer Nakamura discussed potential modifications to the ordinance based on public input. She stated
staff was concerned about the number of effected properties, lack of means of measuring water use for
landscaping, unproven technology and need for additional staff and training. She discussed the goals of
the Inland Empire Landscape Alliance.
Mayor Kurth discussed the need to provide education on reducing water use. He stated the City should
not accept the State's mandate.
Councilmember Gutierrez suggested the City draft its own model ordinance. Jennifer Nakamura stated
there was nothing included in A61881 regarding enforcement. She explained that the minimum
components had to be included but the City could draft its own ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael discussed neighboring cities efforts to conserve water. He discussed the need to
reduce water usage. He suggested the City address the State mandate.
In response to Mayor Kurth, Associate Planner Jennifer Nakamura stated agricultural water use was not
included in the mandate. Mayor Kurth suggested the focus be placed on agriculture.
In response to Councilmember Gutierrez, Jennifer Nakamura stated long term drought concerns speared
the need for water conservation efforts. She stated above average water years may reduce short term
concerns.
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Mayor Kurth stated there was enough water but access was limited.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael discussed water use and the need to conserve.
Jeff Barnes, Parks Maintenance Superintendent, provided an overview of water conservation in the City
and discussed past, present and future water efficient irrigation technologies. He discussed the water
usage at City parks. He discussed issues at Milliken Park. He disused the amount of water utilized in the
City of Rancho Cucamonga. He discussed potential use of recycled water in the City and safety of
recycled water. He presented information from the US Drought Monitor and presented the eleven
recycled water sites in the City.
In response to Councilmember Williams, Mr. Barnes explained retrofitting of old irrigation and
landscaping.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael thanked staff for its efforts.
Councilmember Gutierrez thanked staff.
The Council determined to proceed with the meeting.
P.~ COUNCIL BUSINESS " ; ~ . ,~~-
P1. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per
Councilmember.)
Councilmember Spagnolo stated he and Councilmember Michael were working on an ordinance to deal
with foreclosed homes. He stated he and the Mayor attended an event for the 211 San Bernardino
County call system.
Councilmember Gutierrez discussed resident's concern about harassing neighbors. He explained the
review by Code Enforcement. He stated he was confident the issues could be worked out by the
neighbors. He stated the complaining neighbors had good intentions and no one was being singled out.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael discussed concerns expressed regarding Code Enforcement. He stated Code
Enforcement staff was sensitive to the public and would work with the neighborhood. He discussed the
City's conservative investments policies and protection of tax money.
Councilmember Williams invited everyone to attend the Rotary Club of Rancho Cucamonga Poker event
on October 17, 2008.
P3. LEGISLATIVE AND REGIONAL UPDATES (Oral)
Councilmember Williams discussed the California State budget and impact on the City's budget. She
discussed cuts to redevelopment agency funds. She discussed S8379 regarding green house emissions.
She discussed the recent League of California Cities conference. She discussed efforts to develop a
program to implement a fee for containers coming in to the port.
P1. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per
Councilmember.) (CONTINUED)
Mayor Kurth expressed frustration with the State Budget. He stated water issues should be addressed at
the State level. He expressed concern about approval of high density housing in the City of Rancho
Cucamonga. He discussed participation in the League of California Cities and efforts to band together.
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He stated his practice had been in practice at the urgent care center for 25 years. He thanked
Councilmember Williams for recognizing his practice. He discussed the upcoming Pumpkin Race.
P2. DISCUSSION OF THE ARMED FORCES BANNER PROGRAM
Councilmember Williams stated she and Councilmember Gutierrez had met with staff to attempt to
resolve issues that had arisen with the Military Banner Program. She explained the updated banner
program. She requested Council approve the new banner design. She stated the banners would be
sponsored through community donations.
Councilmember Gutierrez thanked staff. He stated the banners would be white with a blue star, red
words and color photograph.
Councilmember Spagnolo asked, about promotion of the program. Donna Vega, RDA Analyst I, explained
that advertisements would be placed and the community would be informed. She stated past banner
participants would be invited to participate. She stated the program would be marketed to all community
organizations. She requested Council approve the new program.
MOTION: Councilmember Spagnolo moved and Councilmember Williams seconded a motion to
approve the modified program.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael commended the Council and staff for coming up with a win-win situation.
Mayor Kurth expressed excitement about the new banners.
The motion carried unanimously.
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Q. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
No items were identified for the next meeting.
R. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Kurth stated the next regular meeting would be held on October 15, 2008.
The meeting adjourned at 10:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Acting City Clerk
Minutes prepared by Lisa Pope
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