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RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CITY COUNCIL, FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CLOSED SESSION AND REGULAR MEETINGS
MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and City Council held a closed session on
Wednesday, December 29, 2012 in the Tapia Room at the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic
Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by
Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Present were Council Members: Bill Alexander, Marc Steinorth, Diane Williams, Mayor Pro Tern
Sam Spagnolo and Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; Linda Daniels, Assistant City Manager; Lori
Sassoon, Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services and Jeff Bloom, Deputy City
Manager/Economic and Community Development.
B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
The following closed session items are being considered:
D1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR CHRIS PAXTON PER GOVERNMENT
CODE SECTION 54954.2 REGARDING LABOR NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE FIRE
MANAGEMENT GROUP, THE FIRE SUPPORT MANAGEMENT GROUP, THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIREFIGHTER ASSOCIATION LOCAL 2274, THE SAN
BERNARDINO PUBLIC EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION, THE MID-MANAGER,
SUPERVISORY/PROFESSIONAL, THE GENERAL LABOR GROUP AND EXECUTIVE
MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES—FIRE, CITY
D2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(B)— NUMBER OF CASES: 1 - CITY
IC. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
No persons were present wishing to speak.
E. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS
No announcements were made.
F. RECESS
The closed session recessed at 6:20 p.m. with no action taken.
G. REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes
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The meetings of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, Financing Authority and City
Council reconvened in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center
Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. President/Chairman/Mayor L. Dennis Michael called the
meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present were Board Members/Board Members/Council Members: Bill Alexander, Marc Steinorth,
Diane Williams, Vice President/Vice Chairman/Mayor Pro Tem Sam Spagnolo and
President/Chairman/Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; D. Craig Fox, Deputy City Attorney (arrived at
7:20 p.m.); Linda Daniels, Assistant City Manager; Lori Sassoon, Assistant City
Manager/Administrative Services; Jeff Bloom, Deputy City Manager/Economic and Community
Development; Mark Steuer, Director of Engineering Services; Bill Wittkopf, Public Works Services
Director; Nettie Nielsen, Community Services Director; Robert Karatsu, Library Services Director;
Trang Huynh, Building & Safety Services Director; Chris Paxton, Human Resources Director; Mike
Bell, Fire Chief; Mike Newcombe, Police Chief; Veronica Fincher, Animal Services Director; Debra
McNay, Assistant City Clerk/Records Manager and Adrian Garcia, Assistant City Clerk.
H. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
H1. Recognition of Sheriff Rod Hoops for his service to the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
Mayor Michael presented Sheriff Rod Hoops with a certificate of appreciation for his years of
service to the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
H2. Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Carol Anne Gardner, the 2012 recipient of
the Upland Foothill Kiwanis Club's Outstanding Senior Citizen of the Year award.
Mayor Michael presented a certificate of recognition to Carol Anne Gardner and congratulated her
on being named the Kiwanis Club's Outstanding Senior Citizen of the Year.
H3. Update on City's New Household Hazardous Waste Facility.
Linda Ceballos, Environmental Programs Manager, updated the City Council and the audience on
the new Household Hazardous Waste Facility.
H4. Presentation of information regarding Freedom Courtyard Dedication scheduled for January
12, 2013.
Francie Palmer, Marketing Manager, presented information regarding the Freedom Courtyard
Dedication.
H5. Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to Etiwanda High School Band for winning First
Place at the 75th Annual Southern California Schools Band and Orchestra Association
Championships in the 6A Division.
As the Band Director and Band students could not attend, Mayor Michael indicated that staff will
check for the possibility to reschedule the recognition presentation for a more convenient date.
I. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
11. Janet Walton offered a prayer for the City Council and the audience.
12. Teresa Akihoshi, Library Foundation Member, presented a copy of the 2013 Library Calendar.
13. John Lyons welcomed Chief Newcombe and was pleased with the construction of the new
Household Hazardous Waste Facility. He encouraged everyone to get a microchip for their pet and
to shop and eat in Rancho Cucamonga.
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14. Carol Plowman spoke in support of Item Q1 (Accela Automation), noting that she had served
on the Development Review Board and had recommended that the City Council consider such a
system to improve the permitting process.
CONSENT CALENDARS:
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They
will be acted upon by the Fire Board/Successor Agency/Authority Board/Council at one time
without discussion. Any item may be removed by a Fire Board/Successor Agency/Authority
Board/Council Member for discussion.
J. CONSENT CALENDAR - FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
J1. Approval of Minutes: December 5, 2012 (Regular Meeting)
J2. Approval of Check Register dated November 28, 2012 through December 11, 2012 for
the total of$1,349,888.18.
J3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of November 30, 2012.
J4. Authorization to award the purchase of two (2) Type I Engines, as budgeted, for the Fire
Protection District, from KME Kovatch, in the amount of $1,062,381.00, per RFP #12/13-
101, from Fund 3288501-5604 (Capital Outlay-Vehicles).
J5. Adoption of a Resolution declaring results of a Special Election in Community Facilities
District No. 85-1, Annexation No. 12-5 and ordering the annexation of such property
located on the west side of East Ave., south of Lima Dr. to Community Facilities District
No. 85-1 (LVD Rancho Cucamonga LLC, Owner—APN: 0227-012-24).
RESOLUTION NO. FD 12-053
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT,
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILTIES DISTRICT NO.
85-1, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ELECTION IN
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 85-1, ANNEXATION
NO.12-5 AND ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF SUCH
PROPERTY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 85-1
J6. Approval to adopt an annexation map showing Assessor Parcel Number 1100-131-01
(Lennar Homes of California), located on the southwest corner of Etiwanda Ave. and
Miller Ave. proposed to be annexed into CFD 85-1.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 12-054
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, ACTING
AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICT NO. 85-1, ADOPTING AN ANNEXATION MAP
(ANNEXATION NO. 12-7) SHOWING PROPERTY TO BE
ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 85-1
Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes
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J7. Approval to adopt a Resolution of Intention to Annex Territory referred to as Annexation
No. 12-7 (APN: 1100-131-01, Lennar Homes of California, Owner), located on the
southeast corner of Etiwanda Ave. and Miller Ave. into Community Facilities District No.
85-1, specifying services proposed to be financed, to set and specify the special taxes
proposed to be levied within the annexation territory and set a time and place for a public
hearing related to the annexation.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 12-055
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. 12-7) TO
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 85-1
J8. Approval to award a five (5) year lease purchase agreement to Xerox Corporation in the
amount not to exceed $450,000 for the Lease Purchase and Installation of one (1) Lot of
Multi-Function Copiers; award a five (5) year service and supplies contract, with the
option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year periods, to Xerox Financial Services,
with annual costs of $60,000, in accordance with Request For Bid #12/13-001; and
authorize staff to allocate related Fiscal Year 2012-13 Expenditures from Applicable City
and Fire District Account Numbers in accordance with the approved Fiscal Year 2013-13
Budget.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Alexander, to approve the staff recommendations in
the staff reports. Motion carried 5-0.
IK. CONSENT CALENDAR - PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY I
K1. Approval of Minutes: November 21, 2012 (Regular Meeting)
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to approve the minutes. Motion carried 5-0.
L. CONSENT CALENDAR - CITY COUNCIL
L1. Approval of Minutes: December 5, 2012 (Regular Meeting)
December 5, 2012 (Special Meeting)
L2. Approval of Check Register dated November 28, 2012 through December 11, 2012 and
payroll ending December 11, 2012 for the total of$5,710,557.76.
L3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of November 30, 2012.
L4. Consideration of adopting updated Conflict of Interest code.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-189
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN
UPDATED CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE WHICH
INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE THE STANDARD CONFLICT
OF INTEREST CODE PREPARED BY THE FAIR POLITICAL
PRACTICES COMMISSION AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO.
80-49(J)
Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes
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L5. Approval to accept grant revenue in the amount of$47,348.00 awarded by the California
Emergency Management Agency (FY2012 Emergency Management Performance
Grant), and administered by the San Bernardino County Fire Department, Office of
Emergency Services to the City of Rancho Cucamonga into Account 1380000-4740
(Grant Income) for the purpose of Emergency Management planning activities.
L6. Accept the Freedom Courtyard Project, Contract No. 12-061 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$226,096.64.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-191
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE
FREEDOM COURTYARD PROJECT, CONTRACT NO. 12-061
AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF
COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
L7. Reappointment of William Wittkopf, Public Works Services Director, as representative of
the City of Rancho Cucamonga on the West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control
(WVMVC) District Board of Trustees.
L8. Approval to award a five (5) year capital lease with annual payments of $65,400, to Dell
Financial Services for a re-order of Dell Blade Server hardware, software, and
maintenance from Sigmanet, Inc., piggybacking off of RFP#11/12-108 awarded in March
2012, to be funded from account 1714001-5605 (Capital Outlay-Computer Equipment).
L9. Approve a Contract Amendment (CO. 89-136) with Mariposa Horticultural Enterprises,
Inc., of Irwindale, California, and the use of budgeted existing funds in the amount of
$66,000 from Fund 1001316-5300 (Street and Park Maintenance) for the Landscape and
Restroom Maintenance of the Foothill Boulevard Trailhead for Fiscal Year 2012-2013.
L10. Approval of Plans and Specifications for the LMD-4R and Garcia Park Lighting Retrofit
Project and authorize the City Clerk to advertise the "Notice Inviting Bids" to be funded
from Account Numbers 1134303-5650/1716134-0 (LMD 4R) and 1139303-5300/0-6963
(LMD 9).
RESOLUTION NO. 12-192
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE LMD-4R AND GARCIA PARK
LIGHTING RETROFIT PROJECT IN SAID CITY AND
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO
ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS
L11. Approve a contract amendment (CO. 09-203) with JDC, Inc, of Rancho Cucamonga,
California and the use of existing budgeted funds in the total amount of $55,000 to be
funded from 1001316-5300 ($14,600), 1025001-5300 ($9,400) and 1134303-5300
($31,000) for Concrete Repair and Replacement Projects located in Lions Park, Day
Creek Park and West Greenway Park for Fiscal Year 2012-2013.
L12. Approval to award a five (5) year lease purchase agreement to Xerox Corporation in the
Amount not to exceed $450,000 for the Lease Purchase and Installation of one (1) Lot of
Multi-Function Copiers; award 'a five (5) year service and supplies contract, with the
option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year periods, to Xerox Financial Services,
with annual costs of $60,000, in accordance with Request For Bid #12/13-001; and
authorize staff to allocate related Fiscal Year 2012-13 Expenditures from Applicable City
and Fire District Account Numbers in accordance with the approved Fiscal Year 2013-13
Budget.
Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes
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L13. Approval of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga directing
staff to use the California Air Resource Board Allowance Revenue solely to benefit its
retail electricity customers.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-193
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DIRECTING STAFF TO
USE THE CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCE BOARD ALLOWANCE
REVENUE SOLELY TO BENEFIT ITS RETAIL ELECTRICITY
CUSTOMERS
L14. Summary Vacation (V-220) of the Blanket Drainage Easement over Lots 56, 57, 58 and
59 of Tract Map 16776, generally located at the northeast corner of Base Line Road and
Forester Place—APN 227-693-56, 57, 58 and 59; related file DRC2012-00740.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-194
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, SUMMARILY ORDERING
THE VACATION OF THE BLANKET DRAINAGE EASEMENT
OVER LOTS 56, 57, 58 AND 59 OF TRACT MAP 16776,
GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
BASE LINE ROAD AND FORESTER PLACE
L15. Approval of a Reimbursement Agreement (URA-31) for the undergrounding of existing
overhead utilities in conjunction with the development of Tract 18806, located on the
north side of Base Line Road, east of Etiwanda Avenue, submitted by LVD Rancho
Cucamonga, LLC, and approval to appropriate $37,807.50 from the Underground Utilities
fund balance to Account No. 1129303-5650/1026129-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-195
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT (URA-31) FOR THE
UNDERGROUNDING OF EXISTING OVERHEAD UTILITIES,
LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF BASE LINE ROAD, EAST
OF ETIWANDA AVENUE
L16. Approval to receive and file Animal Center statistics for the month of October 2012,
November 2012 and year to date January 2012— November 2012
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Williams, to approve the staff recommendations in
the staff reports. Motion carried 5-0.
M. CONSENT ORDINANCES
The following Ordinances have been introduced for first reading. Second readings are
expected to be routine and non-controversial. The City 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 a Council Member.
M1. Second reading to adopt Ordinance No. 857 authorizing the City Council to adopt a
Complete Streets Program.
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ORDINANCE NO. 857 (SECOND READING)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A COMPLETE
STREETS PROGRAM
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to adopt Ordinance No. 857 for second
reading. Motion carried 5-0.
N. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required
by law. The Chair will open the meeting to receive public testimony.
N1. Adoption of a Resolution making determinations regarding the proposed annexation of
territory (Joe Munoz, Owner — APN 1077-401-19 - Annexation No. 12-6) located on
Center Ave. between Foothill Blvd. and Church St. to an existing Community Facilities
District, calling a special election and authorizing submittal of levy of special taxes to the
qualified electors.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 12-056
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN
DETERMINATIONS REGARDING THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION
OF TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 12-6) TO AN EXISTING
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (CFD 85-1) AND CALLING A
SPECIAL ELECTION AND AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF
THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS
OF SUCH TERRITORY
Rob Ball, Fire Marshall, provided the staff report.
Chairman Michael opened the public hearing. With no-one wishing to speak, Chairman Michael
closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Steinorth, seconded by Alexander, to adopt Resolution No. FD 12-056.
Motion carried 5-0.
0. JOINT ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY COUNCIL/FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required
by law. The Chair will open the meeting to receive public testimony.
01.a. Proposed Fee Amendments for Fire District.
Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes
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RESOLUTION NO. FD 12-057
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT,
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING,
REVISING, AND UPDATING VARIOUS FEES AND REVISING
RESOLUTION NO. FD 06-015, RESOLUTION NO. FD 09-026,
AND RESOLUTION NO. FD 10-040.
b. Proposed Fee Amendments for City Clerk and Community Development.
RESOLUTION NO. 12-196
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN UPDATED
FEE SCHEDULE FOR APPLICABLE TO COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER VARIOUS MUNICIPAL SERVICES,
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 06-032 AND REPEALING
RESOLUTIONS 04-293, 06-283 AND 12-101.
Trang Huynh, Building & Safety Services Director and Rob Ball, Fire Marshall, provided the staff
report.
Council Member Alexander noted that meeting with the Chamber of Commerce and BIA was good
but indicated that it would be better to have a Council Member review the proposed fee revisions.
He wanted to be sure that the fees being proposed actually reflect the true cost to provide the
service and wondered how easily the fees could be modified. In response, Mayor Michael
indicated that the City Council could chose to modify the fees at any time. He noted that many
fees are proposed to be reduced.
Mayor Michael noted the policy decision inherent in this discussion. Some cities choose to lower
their fees and subsidize the cost. Others like Rancho Cucamonga have chosen to recover the cost
to provide the service. He noted that this could be a topic of discussion at the upcoming team
building session if the Council wished to discuss this further.
City Manager John Gillison outlined to Council Member Alexander the discussions that have taken
place regarding some specific fees. He noted that he would like to review a small number of fees
more frequently to ensure that the appropriate fees are being charged.
Council Member Steinorth indicated that there are a number of fees that stayed the same or are
proposed to be reduced. He noted that many business owners would chose to pay the 4.5%
technology fee in order to expedite the permitting process.
Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo noted that he had to check with the City Manager as he thought that
there was a type, the fee was reduced so much. He noted that the Chamber of Commerce and the
BIA aren't shy about expressing any concerns that they might have with the proposed fees. Mayor
Michael concurred, noting that he supported a more frequent review of a smaller number of fees.
Chairman/Mayor Michael opened the public hearing for Item O1a and b. With no-one wishing to
speak, Chairman/Mayor Michael closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to adopt Resolution No. FD 12-057. Motion
carried 5-0.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to adopt Resolution No. 12-196. Motion
carried 5-0.
P. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY COUNCIL
Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes
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The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required
by law. The Chair will open the meeting to receive public testimony.
P1. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC2012-01056 AND ADDENDUM TO THE
GENERAL PLAN FINAL PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (FPEIR)
(SCH #2000061027) - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA-A supplemental update to the
Development Code Update (DRC2010-00571) to amend Article II (Land Use and
Development Procedures), Article III (Zoning Districts, Allowed Uses and Development
Standards), Article IV (Site Development Provisions) and Article V (Specific Use
Requirements) of Title 17 (Development Code) as well as a proposed addendum to the
General Plan Final Program Environmental Impact Report(FPEIR).
ORDINANCE NO. 858 (FIRST READING)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MUNICIPAL CODE
AMENDMENT DRC2012-01056, A SUPPLEMENTARY UPDATE TO
THE DEVELOPMENT CODE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN
SUPPORT THEREOF.
Jennifer Nakamura, Associate Planner, provided the staff report. She provided the City Council
with a proposed revision to Ordinance No. 858 entitled, "Table 17.42.040-1 Development
Standards for Accessory Structures."
In response to Mayor Michael, Associate Planner Nakamura confirmed that this Ordinance would
provide more options for indoor fitness facilities.
Discussion was held regarding wind generation. In response to Mayor Michael, Ms. Nakamura
noted that there would be specific standards for wind generators. If someone changed the color, or
the machine started making noise, code enforcement would address the concern.
Mayor Michael opened the public hearing.
John Lyons indicated that wind generators are only practical with a 12 volt system. He would like
to see them connected somehow to the grid.
Mayor Michael closed the public hearing.
In response to Mayor Michael, Associate Planner Nakamura confirmed that the intent would not be
to supplant the use of electricity. However, she noted that there are systems that are designed to
tie into the grid. She noted that this is a start, and that the technology is evolving. Homeowners
have been approaching the City regarding these systems.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Michael, Ms. Nakamura indicated that the use would only be
allowed in certain areas of the City. She noted to Council Member Williams that she would check
with Edison to see if they have had any wind turbines hooked up to their system.
In response to Council Member Steinorth, the Associate Planner did not have any information on
whether the use of wind turbines was economical. She noted that there are many variables and
that it is difficult to calculate an average rate.
The Assistant City Clerk/Records Manager read the title of Ordinance No. 858.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to take up Ordinance No. 858 as amended
for first reading and set second reading for January 16, 2013. Motion carried 5-0.
Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes
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P2. TRAIL ABANDONMENT - DRC2009-00848 - A request to abandon two portions of a
Local Feeder Trail that lead from the trail between residences onto Ranch Gate Road in
the Very Low Residential District. The two portions of trail are between 5272 & 5278
Ranch Gate Road and one completely on the south side of 5340 Ranch Gate Road -
APN: 1061-021-02; 1061-021-03; 1061-031-04. THIS PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY
EXEMPT FROM THE REQUIREMENT OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO STATE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15305
(CLASS 5 EXEMPTION - MINOR ALTERATIONS IN LAND USE LIMITATIONS).
RESOLUTION NO. 12-197
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TRAIL
ABANDONMENT DRC2009-00848, A REQUEST TO A REQUEST
TO ABANDON TWO PORTIONS OF A LOCAL FEEDER TRAIL
THAT LEADS FROM THE TRAIL BETWEEN RESIDENCES ONTO
RANCH GATE ROAD IN THE VERY LOW RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
THE TWO PORTIONS OF TRAIL ARE BETWEEN 5272 AND 5278
RANCH GATE ROAD AND ONE COMPLETELY ON THE SOUTH
SIDE OF 5340 RANCH GATE ROAD; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN
SUPPORT OF-APN: 1061-021-02; 1061-021-03; 1061-031-04.
Steve Fowler, Assistant Planner, provided the staff report.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo, Mr. Fowler confirmed that one of the two property
owners are the original owners.
Mayor Michael opened the public hearing
Dennis Cisneros noted that the trail connection does not make sense. He didn't have any
concerns with abandoning the two trail legs but noted that trail connection was important. He
requested that the City Council consider the big picture as it relates to Cucamonga Canyon.
Mayor Michael closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Spagnolo, to adopt Resolution No. 12-197. Motion
carried 5-0.
IQ. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS- CITY/FIRE I
The following items have no legal publication or posting requirements.
Q1.a. Approval of various actions related to the purchase of Accela Automation for Land
Management Services.
b. Authorize the appropriation from Fire Protection Capital Fund Reserves in the Amount of
$928,700 into Account Number 3288501-9714 (Transfer Out-Computer
Equipment/Technology Replacement Fund) to prefund the Fire District's share of the
Accela Automation project.
Sig Dellhime, IS Project Coordinator, provided the staff report for Item Q1a and b.
Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo inquired about a warranty. In response, Mr. Dellhime reported that no
equipment is being purchased,just software. He reported to Mayor Michael that staff has identified
the monitor type and additional software needed to use the Accela system efficiently.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Alexander, to approve the staff recommendations in
the City Council report. Motion carried 5-0.
Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes
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MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to approve the staff recommendations in
the Fire District Board report. Motion carried 5-0.
Q2. 2012 Cucamonga Canyon Report.
Fire Chief Mike Bell and Lieutenant Danielle Boldt provided the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo referenced the six responses from the Fire Department and noted that
there is a cost to provide a response as well. In response, Chief Bell indicated that he could
calculate these costs for the Council's information.
Discussion was held regarding metered parking. Mayor Michael noted the need to involve the
neighborhoods in whatever is done and hoped that we weren't proposing that residents pay for
parking.
City Manager John Gillison noted that the meters offer some flexibility and is a way to control and
limit the demand. He noted that there isn't a way to solve this matter, and expected that it will be
brought back periodically to tweak whatever measures are being taken.
Council Member Alexander encouraged the City Council members to visit with a homeowner in the
area to see first hand what is occurring.
Q3. Overview of upcoming LMD 2 Public Engagement Effort. (Oral Report)
Lori Sassoon, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services, provided the staff report.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo, Deputy City Manager Sassoon addressed the six parks
that are maintained by LMD 2. She also spoke about the safety that is created when areas are
well kept.
The Deputy City Manager reported to Council Member Williams that funding from park rentals are
used to offset the Community Services Department's processing costs.
If areas have to be decommissioned, Council Member Williams inquired how the City Council can
determine what amenities to cut. In response, Mrs. Sassoon noted the goal to provide the property
owners with the facts so that they are better able to determine the appropriate level of
maintenance. The surveys will assist the City Council in determining what, if anything, needs to be
decommissioned.
Council Member Steinorth indicated that he has spoken with many property owners who do not
support decommissioning. He noted that the most vocal critics would like to see other proposals to
remedy this situation. Also, there is a concern with the funds being spent on public outreach.
Mayor Michael understood the dilemma and noted that part of the problem is finding the funds for
alternative landscaping. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Spagnolo, City Manager Gillison indicated
that the City can control which tree to plant, but if the budget were affected the voters would need
to decide. He thanked Ms. Sassoon for her report.
R. COUNCIL BUSINESS
The following items have been requested by the City Council for discussion.
R1. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per
Council Member.)
Mayor Pro Tern Spagnolo wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
R2. CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY SERVICES SUBCOMMITTEE'S
RECOMMENDATION REGARDING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY &ARTS FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
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Mayor Michael reported that Mayor Pro Tern Spagnolo and himself serve on the Community &
Arts Subcommittee. At their meeting, the subcommittee recommended the appointment of Tina
Chen to the Community &Arts Foundation Board of Directors.
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Williams, to appoint Tina Chen to the Community &
Arts Foundation Board of Directors, for a four-year term to expire in June, 2016. Motion carried 5-
0.
S. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
No items were identified.
T. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor L. Dennis Michael wished everyone a Merry Christmas and announced the City Hall and
City facility holiday schedule. He adjourned the meeting at 10:25 p.m. after a moment of silence for
the lives that were lost in the community of Sandy Hook, Newtown, Connecticut.
R spectfully submitted,
De ra L. McNay, MMC
Assi nt City Clerk/Records Manager
Approved: January 16, 2013
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