HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009/02/18 - MinutesFebruary 18, 2009
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, FIRE DISTRICT AND CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire District and City Council held a closed session on
Wednesday, February 18, 2009, in the Tapia Room of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center
Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 5:02 p,m. by
Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth.
Present were Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane
Williams, Vice ChairmanNice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael and
Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth.
Also present were: Jack Lam, Executive Director; Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager; James
Markman, City Attorney; John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services and Linda D.
Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director.
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B. ANNOUNCEMENT;OF CLOSUD SESSION ITEM S
Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth announced the closed session items:
61. LABOR NEGOTIATIONS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.2 TO GIVE JOHN
GILLISON, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER AND PAMELA EASTER, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER,
DIRECTION IN REGARDS TO THE MEET AND CONFER PROCESS -RDA, City, Fire
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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 5:02 p.m.
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E: CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS
No announcements were made.
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F: RECESS ,
The closed session adjourned at 5:27 p.m. with no action taken.
' ' -G.. SPECIAL MEETING . ~.
CALL TO ORDER - 5:30 P.M.
'COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, and City
Council reconvened in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive,
Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth called the meeting to order
at 5:37 p.m.
Present were Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane
Williams, Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael and
Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Peter Bryan, Fire Chief;; Kevin McArdle, Community
Services Director; Debra McKay, Records Manager/Assistant City Clerk and Kathy Scott, Assistant City
Clerk.
3. Presentations:
A. Recognition of Participants in the 2008 Silver Follies for Their Efforts in Raising Funds
for Senior Center Programs and Services.
The Mayor presented certificates of appreciation to the 2008 Silver Fox Follies for their efforts in
raising funds for senior center programs and services.
B. Recognition of Pop Warner Football Jr. Pee Wee Wildcats for winning the Mt. Baldy
Division 2 Conference Championship and the Jr. Midget Braves Cheerleaders for
placing Second in the Mt. Baldy Division 2 Conference.
The Mayor presented certificates of achievement to the Pop Warner Pop Warner Football Jr. Pee Wee
Wildcats for winning the Mt. Baldy Division 2 Conference Championship and the Jr. Midget Braves
Cheerleaders for placing second in the Mt. Baldy Division 2 Conference. He also recognized Kaylee
Wolcott of the Braves Cheer Squad and Jacob Hennie of the Wildcats for being considered for the
National Pop Warner Little Scholar's all American team
C. Recognition of Rancho Cucamonga High School Football Team for winning the CIF -
Southern Section Central Division Championship.
The Mayor presented certificates of achievement to the Rancho Cucamonga High School football
team for winning the SIF -Southern Section Central Division Championship.
D. Recognition of the Presenting Sponsor for the 2008 Rancho Cucamonga Community
Foundation $100,000 Golf Tournament, presented by Burrtec Waste Industries.
The Mayor recognized Burrtec Waste Industries for being the Presenting Sponsor and thanked Mike
Arreguin, Chuck Buquet and Stephen Wagne for their assistance with the golf tournament.
E. Recognition of Spark of Love Toy Drive Volunteers and Sponsors.
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The Mayor presented plaques and certificates of appreciation to the Spark of Love Toy Drive volunteers
and sponsors.
H. RECESS
The meeting recessed at 6:24 p.m.
I. REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, and City
Council reconvened in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive,
Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth called the meeting to order
at 7:05 p.m.
Present were Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane
Williams, Vice ChairmanNice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael and
Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Jim Markman, City Attorney; John Gillison, Deputy City
Manager/Administrative Services; Linda Daniels, RDA Director; James Troyer, Planning Director; Peter
Bryan, Fire Chief; Chief Joe Cusimano, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department; Dave Blevins, Public
Works Services Director; Joe Pulcinella, Animal Services Director; Robert Karatsu, Library Director;
Tamara Layne, Finance Director; Trang Huynh, Building and Safety Official; Mark Steuer, Director of
Engineering Services/City Engineer; Jim Frost, City Treasurer; Jan Reynolds, City Clerk; Debra McKay,
Records Manager/Assistant City Clerk and Shirr'I Griffin, Deputy City Clerk.
J. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
J1. Announcement of "Spay Day USA" Double Discount on Spay/Neuter Vouchers.
Joe Pulcinella, Animal Services Director, announced the "Spay Day USA" double discount voucher
program.
J2. Presentation of Proclamation to Doris Lafrenz, author of the novel, The Bov Who Grew in the
Shade.
The Mayor presented a proclamation to Doris Lafrenz recognizing her achievements.
K. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS.
K1. Silvia Defachelle expressed concerns with the fatality at the intersection of 19~" Street and
Jasper Street and requested that a traffic signal be installed.
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K2. Edward Dietl thanked the City Council for their assistance in boarding up the gas station. He
referenced Item 7 on the City Council Consent Calendar and suggested that a historical room on the
second floor of the library be considered. He also indicated the need for historical information as a new
book is being authored and urged residents to contact the Etiwanda Historical Society with information.
K3. Jim Moffatt referenced comments made by Councilmember Williams at a prior meeting and
stressed that smoking was allowed in the Quakes Stadium.
K4. Bill Hanlon spoke about the upcoming Run for the Wall and invited the City Council to see the
riders leave the City on May 13, 2009 at 8:00 a.m.
K5. Jim Frost addressed the planning currently being done to orchestrate the Run for the Wall and
requested 600 lapel pins.
K6. Hilda Phillips suggested that the military and their families be invited to attend activities held at
the Cultural Center.
K7. Robin Hvidston reported on a recent flag rally and expressed concerns with day laborers
loitering on private property along Grove Avenue. She noted that people are approaching the day
laborers and negotiating work.
K8. Raymond Herrera also expressed concerns with the day laborers and with the R Jumper
employee who negotiated work with them on private property. He also spoke in support of Agents
Ramos and Compean and encouraged the community to help the Ramos family by visiting
agentramos.com.
K9. Amos Young, Partnership Specialist with Census 2010 thanked the City Council for their
support and spoke about the need for an accurate count of residents in the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
K10. Shawna Wagner spoke about the need for a traffic signal at the intersection of 19'" Street and
Jasper Street and requested that the City Council make it a priority.
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L. CONSENT CALENDAR- REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and noncontroversial. They
will be acted upon by the Agency at one time without discussion. Any item may be removed by
an Agencymember for discussion.
L1. Approval of Minutes: February 4, 2009 (Regular Meeting)
L2. Approval of Check Register dated January 28 through February 10, 2009, for the total amount
of $794,750.80.
L3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of December 31, 2008 and
January 31, 2009.
L4. Approval of a Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) between AGS Twenty Four Seven LLC
(AGS) and the Redevelopment Agency for the acquisition of approximately 5.4 acres located at the
southeast corner of Church Street and Arbor Lane known as APN: 0227-452-23 and an appropriation
in the amount of $4,900,000, plus a closing cost contingency of $50,000, to be funded from fund 620
Economic Development Reserve Fund Balance to Acct. No. 2620801-5600.
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MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Spagnolo, to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0.
M. CONSENT CALENDAR -FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They
will be acted upon by the Fire Board at one time without discussion. Any item may be removed
by a Boardmember for discussion.
M1. Approval of Minutes: February 4, 2009 (Regular Meeting)
M2. Approval of Check Register dated January 28 through February 10, 2009, for the total amount
of $73,617.57.
M3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of December 31, 2008 and January
31, 2009.
M4. Approval to adopt an Annexation Map showing Assessor Parcel Numbers 0207-241-31 & 46
(Church of God of Prophecy, New Beginnings Family Worship Center, Inc.), located at 8137 9'" St., to
be annexed into CFD 85-1.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 09-002
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. 85-1, ADOPTING AN
ANNEXATION MAP (ANNEXATION NO. 09-1) SHOWING PROPERTY
PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO. 85-1
M5. Approval to adopt a Resolution of Intention to Annex Territory referred to as Annexation No. 09-
1 (APNs: 0207-241-31 & 46, Church of God of Prophecy, New Beginnings Family Worship Center,
Inc.), into Community Facilities District No. 85-1, specifying 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 09-003
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. 85-1, DECLARING ITS
INTENTION TO AUTHORIZE THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY
(ANNEXATION NO. 09-1) TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO.
85-1
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0.
N. CONSENT CALENDAR- CITY COUNCIL
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The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They
will be acted upon by the Council at one time without discussion. Any item may be removed by
a Councilmember for discussion.
N1. Approval of Minutes: February 4, 2009 (Regular Meeting)
N2. Approval of Check Register dated January 28 through February 10, 2009, for the total amount
of $6,967,691.39.
N3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of December 31, 2008 and
January 31, 2009.
N4. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the construction of Arrow
Route Pavement Rehabilitation from Milliken Avenue to Rochester Avenue, to be funded from Prop. 1 B
funds, Acct. No. 1194303-5650/1690194-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 09-023
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE ARROW ROUTE PAVEMENT
REHABILITATION FROM MILLIKEN AVENUE TO ROCHESTER AVENUE,
IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK
TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS
N5. Approval of Parcel Map 19091, located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between
Hermosa and Center Avenues, submitted by Mohammad R. Mojabe and Elizabeth Mojabe.
RESOLUTION NO. 09-024
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP 19091
N6. Approval to award a contract to Auerbach Pollock Friedlander Performing Arts/Media Facilities
Planning and Design Company (CO 09-137) for consulting services relating to the design and
installation of a cost savings automated orchestra pit lift for the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center and
the appropriation of available Cultural Center restricted funding totaling $28,500 plus the expenditure
of a 5% contingency in the amount of $1,450, totaling $29,950, to be funded from Acct. No. 1615303-
5650/1702615-0.
N7. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Gyroscope, Inc. (CO 09-138) of Oakland,
California, to conduct a feasibility study, funded by a grant from the California State Library, for the
second floor of the Paul A. Biane Library in the amount of $85,000, plus a 10% contingency in the
amount of $8,500, to be funded from Acct. No. 1302601-5300.
N8. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract in
the amount of $856,375.00 to the apparent low bidder, Republic Intelligent Transportation Services,
Inc. (CO 09-139), and authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $85,637.50,
for the Foothill Boulevard Traffic Signal Controller Replacement Project, to be funded from
Transportation Funds, Acct. No. 1124303-5650/1492124-0 and appropriate an additional amount of
$360,000.00 to Acct. No. 1124303-5650/1492124-0 from Transportation Fund balance.
N9. Approval of Community Services Update Report
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N10. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Parcel Map 16445, located on the north
side of Sixth Street, about 1,000 feet east of Archibald Avenue, submitted by Chang Revocable trust.
N11. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Tract 16776, located on the north side of
Base Line Road, approximately 1,200 feet east of Etiwanda Avenue, submitted by Van Daele
Communities, LLC.
N12. Approval to release Faithful Performance Bond No. 6395816 retained in lieu of Maintenance
Guarantee Bond, in the amount of $1,087,302.00, for the Construction or Modification of Traffic Signals
and Safety Lighting at Five Locations Improvements, Contract No. 06-081.
N13. Approval to release Faithful Performance Bond No. 7592601, retained in lieu of a Maintenance
Bond, in the amount of $268,682.00, for the Arrow Route Pavement Rehabilitation from Hermosa to
Haven Avenue improvements, Contract No. 07-090.
N14. Approval to accept the 12 KV Electrical Distribution Improvements at the north and south sides
of Foothill and Rochester and the southeast corner of Haven and Jersey improvements, Contract No.
07-207, as complete, release the bonds, accept a Maintenance Bond, authorize the City Engineer to
file a Notice of Completion, and approve the final contract amount of $572,992.40.
RESOLUTION NO. 09-025
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE 12 KV ELECTRICAL
DISTRIBUTION IMPROVEMENTS AT THE NORTH AND SOUTH SIDES
OF FOOTHILL AND ROCHESTER AND THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF
HAVEN AND JERSEY IMPROVEMENTS, CONTRACT NO. 07-207, AND
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE
WORK
N15. Approval to accept the Beryl Street Storm Drain and Pavement Rehabilitation Improvements
from Alta Loma Drive to Sunflower Street, Contract No. 08-024 as complete, release the bonds, accept
a Maintenance Bond, authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final
contract amount of $3,352,505.22.
RESOLUTION NO. 09-026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE BERYL STREET STORM
DRAIN AND PAVEMENT REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS FROM
ALTA LOMA DRIVE TO SUNFLOWER STREET, CONTRACT NO. 08-024,
AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR
THE WORK
MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Spagnolo, to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff report. Motion carried 5-0.
O. CONSENT ORDINANCES
The following Ordinances have had public comment at the time of first reading. Second
readings are expected to be routine and non-controversial. The Agency, Fire Board, or Council
will act upon them at one time without discussion. The City Clerk will read the title. Any item
can be removed for discussion by an Agencymember, Boardmember, or Councilmember.
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01. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING CURB NUMBERING REGULATIONS
AND AMENDING TITLE 8 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE
ORDINANCE NO. 807 (second reading)
ORDINANCE NO. 808 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS RELATING
TO THE SALES OF GOODS AND MERCHANDISE FROM VEHICLES,
AND AMENDING TITLE 8 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA
MUNICIPAL CODE
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, REVISING SOLID WASTE
REGULATIONS BY PROHIBITING SCAVENGING FROM REFUSE
AND RECYCLING RECEPTACLES, AND AMENDING TITLE 8 OF THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Michael, to approve Ordinance Nos. 807, 808 and 809 for
second reading. Motion carried 5-0.
P. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. 09-027
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING CURB NUMBERING
REGULATIONS AND AMENDING TITLE 8 OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE
ORDINANCE NO. 809 (second reading)
The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required by law.
The Mayor will open the meeting to receive public testimony.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ELECTRIC RATES, FEES,
AND CHARGES PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND
AUTHORITY OF CHAPTER 3.46 OF TITLE 3 OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE
Michael Ten Eyck presented the staff report.
Mayor Kurth opened the public hearing. With no speakers, Mayor Kurth closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Gutierrez, to adopt Resolution No. 09-027. Motion carried 5-
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Q. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS
The following items have no legal publication or posting requirements.
Q1. UPDATE ON TAXICAB SERVICE IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Tamara Lane, Finance Director, presented the staff report.
John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services, responded to Councilmember Spagnolo's
inquiry regarding the optimum number of taxicabs in the City. Mr. Gillison noted that the market dictates
the number.
In response to Mayor Kurth, Mr. Gillison confirmed the adequacy of the background screening. It was
noted that cabs coming from other cities could drop off passengers in the City without obtaining a City
permit. Mr. Gillison also stated that the fees charged for permits are reasonable and just cover the cost to
provide the service.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael stated that these regulations help to protect the community. He inquired if the
cab companies would sign a letter committing that all of their drivers were licensed in the City.
Councilmember Williams inquired if people telephoning the cab company could ask if the cab driver being
sent to them was registered in the City. Mr. Gillison believed that this was a reasonable suggestion.
Q2. UPDATE ON E-WASTE DISPOSAL (Oral Report &PowerPoint Presentation)
Linda Ceballos, Environmental Program Manager, presented an update on E-waste disposal.
Councilmember Gutierrez requested a copy of the PowerPoint presentation.
In response to Councilmember Williams, Ms. Ceballos noted that most apartment complexes have a
recycling program. As this is not mandatory, she suggested that residents contact their apartment
manager and request participation.
Q3. ADOPTION OF THE 2009 UPDATED EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN IN ACCORDANCE
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RESOLUTION NO. 09-028
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE UPDATED 2009
EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN (EOP) IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE FEDERAL NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
(NIMS) AND THE STATE STANDARDIZED EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BEMs)
Breanna Medina, Emergency Preparedness Response Program Manager, and Carolyn Harshman,
presented information regarding the adoption of the 2009 updated Emergency Operations Plan.
MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Gutierrez, to approve Resolution No. 09-028. Motion carried
5-0.
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Linda Daniels, Redevelopment Director, presented the staff report.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Gutierrez, to approve Resolution No. 09-028. Motion carried
5-0.
R. COUNCIL BUSINESS
The following items have been requested by the City Council for discussion.
R1.
(Oral Report)
Mayor Pro Tem Michael updated the City Council on the draft Chino Basin Water Efficient Landscape
ordinance and requested that it be scheduled for consideration by the City Council on March 18, 2009.
R2. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per
Councilmember.)
Councilmember Spagnolo spoke about employment opportunities with the Census Bureau. He also
invited the community to a flag burning ceremony on February 21, 2009 hosted by the VFW.
Councilmember Gutierrez expressed condolences to the Nelson family and suggested that the meeting
be adjourned in the memory of Grant Nelson. He noted that many families are struggling and encouraged
the community to support Anthony's Italian Kitchen and all the businesses in the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael referenced the goal setting workshop last week. He credited the City for
foreseeing the economic crisis and implementing an attrition management plan to reduce costs. As a
result, he noted that the City is more secure than other cities. Mayor Pro Tem Michael noted that the City
Council had pledged to maintain existing service levels and will not be eliminating positions. He
commented on the special meeting held earlier this evening and was pleased with the amount of
business and community involvement.
Councilmember Williams stated that staff has been very creative and forward thinking in responding to the
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the economic crisis. She noted the employment opportunities with the Census and urged people
interested in applying to use the practice test. Councilmember Williams invited the community to the
Library's Black History Month activities on Friday night. She reported on the upcoming 2009 Cucamonga
Challenge and encouraged the community to participate by going to cucamongachallenge.com.
Mayor Kurth invited everyone to participate in the Black History Month activities at the Library on Friday.
S. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
It was noted that a report on the draft Chino Basin water efficient landscape ordinance should be
scheduled for March 18, 2009.
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Q. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Kurth adjourned the meeting at 9:35 p.m. in the memory of Grant Nelson.
Respectfully submitted,
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De ra L. McKay, MMC
Assistant City Clerk/Records Manager
Approved: March 4, 2009