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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013/04/17 - Minutes - CC, Fire, SA April 17, 2013 RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY COUNCIL, FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, SUCCESSOR AGENCY CLOSED SESSION AND REGULAR MEETINGS MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER The Rancho Cucamonga City Council and Fire Protection District held a closed session on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 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/President L. Dennis Michael. Present were Council Members/Board Members: Bill Alexander, Diane Williams, Marc Steinorth, Vice President/Mayor Pro Tern Sam Spagnolo and President/Mayor L. Dennis Michael. Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; City Attorney James Markman, Linda Daniels, Assistant City Manager; Lori Sassoon, Deputy 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 were considered: D1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR CHRIS PAXTON PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.2 REGARDING LABOR NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE FIRE MANAGEMENT GROUP AND THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIREFIGHTER ASSOCIATION LOCAL 227— FIRE D2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A): BEAR GULCH, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, DBA BEAR GULCH, INC. V. CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA; RIVERSIDE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION; AND DOES 1 TO 100. CASE NUMBER: CIVRS 1203421 - CITY D3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(B)— 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 II The closed session recessed at 6:30 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 Regular Meeting—April 17, 2013 - Page 1 of 10 The meetings of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, Successor Agency, 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 PresidentNice Chairman/Mayor Pro Tem Sam Spagnolo and President/Chairman/Mayor L. Dennis Michael. Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; Linda Daniels, Assistant City Manager; Lori Sassoon, Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services; Trang Huynh, Building & Safety Services Director; Bill Wittkopf, Public Works Services Director; Nettie Neilson, Community Services Director; Robert Karatsu, Library Services Director; Mike Newcombe, Police Chief; Veronica Fincher, Animal Care and Services Director; Debra McNay, Assistant City Clerk/Records Manager and Adrian Garcia, Assistant City Clerk. IH. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS H1. Recognition of Michelle Perera, Assistant Library Director Being Named by Library Journal as a 2013"Mover and Shaker". Mayor Michael presented a certificate of recognition to Michelle Perera and congratulated her for being a 2013 "Mover and Shaker" in the Library Journal. H2. Proclamation Declaring April 14—20 2013 National Library Week Mayor Michael presented a proclamation declaring April 14—20, 2013 as National Library Week to the Friends of the Library. The Friends of the Library presented the City with a check for$25,000. H3. Announcement of Pay it Forward Day, April 25, 2013, in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. Mayor Michael presented a proclamation to Deloris Faheem declaring April 25, 2013 as Pay it Forward Day. H4. Recognition of the Silver Fox Follies and Star Performers Programs directed by volunteer Ric Morris. Mayor Michael presented a certificate of recognition to Ric Morris and commended him on his achievements. H5. Presentation recognizing the City for ranking #1 from Let's Move! Cities, Towns and Counties. Erika Lewis-Huntley, Management Analyst II, announced that the City of Rancho Cucamonga has been recognized in the Let's Move! Initiative. I. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS 11. Jesse Kreider noted that he was previously employed at the Animal Care and Services Center and was terminated by the City after speaking out at the January Council meeting. He wondered why the other employees involved in the matter were allowed to keep their jobs. By not acting on this the City is sending a message that people shouldn't speak out against inappropriate acts. 12. Allison Kreider indicated that she is married to Jesse. She noted that Jesse is a Navy veteran and met or exceeded expectations on previous performance evaluations. She inquired if Heather would be rewarded with a full promotion. Since there is only one full time male employee left at the Center, Mrs. Kreider noted that this is a case of discrimination. Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting —April 17, 2013 - Page 2 of 10 13. Susan Keithly indicated that Freedom Courtyard was dedicated on January 12th and Mr. Kreider stood before the City Council on January 16th. She noted that the sign was clearly visible the day the volunteers were terminated. Ms. Keithly stated that the kill rate is 46% and stressed that the terminated volunteers are committed to helping the animals. 14. Dana Keithly noted that she was one of the dismissed volunteers. She noted that Mr. Kreider was very professional and kind to the volunteers. Ms. Keithly saw the Steinorth sign on November 11th and again on November 15th and stated that the sign was not removed until Council Member Steinorth came to the Center. Ms. Keithly noted that the dismissed volunteers and Mr. Kreider have a first amendment right to free speech and the right to demand that the City correct the wrong that was done. 15. Melissa Schweigert stated that she attended the volunteer orientation at the Animal Care and Services Center. There is a new policy requiring volunteers to be interviewed and fingerprinted. Ms. Schweigert did not understand why this is needed and noted that it restricts people from volunteering at the Center. It will take two or three months before she is approved to walk dogs. 16. Vicky Reust noted that she received the Foster Parent of the Year award last year. She read some of the reasons that the volunteers were dismissed. 17. Dr. William B. Martin II spoke about the importance of the National Day of Prayer. This year's event will be held on May 2, 2013 from noon to 2:00 p.m. at the Bank of America courtyard. 18. Victoria Jones invited the City Council and the audience to the 8th Annual Cucamonga Challenge, which will be held on May 11, 2013 at Central Park. 19. Janet Walton spoke about the National Day of Prayer and offered a prayer for the City Council and the audience. 110. Teresa Akahoshi invited the City Council and the audience to the Outback Steakhouse fundraiser on May 13, 2013, noting the proceeds will benefit the programs offered at the Animal Care and Services Center. Also there is a free microchip day on May 18, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Center. At that time, residents who have not yet licensed their dogs can do so without penalty. Ms. Akahoshi announced that $4,795 was raised from the Furry Friends Flea Market. 111. Matt Rogers noted that he is in the entertainment industry, indicated that his son has been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis and spoke about an upcoming fundraiser at the Cucamonga Brewing Company to benefit cystic fibrosis. 112. Ryan Orr spoke about Operation Community Cares, which provides deployed military with tokens from home. He requested the audience's assistance in furnishing the names and addresses of friends and family members in the armed forces. Mr. Orr noted that supplies will be boxed up on June 15, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. He also noted that the L.A. County Fair is seeking nominations for community heroes. 113. Jim Moffat indicated that people are speaking about the activity at the Animal Care and Services Center at every meeting. He wondered why volunteers are being fired. 114. Victor Muniz displayed a newsletter announcing the upcoming vote in LMD #2 and noted a Brown Act issue with this person knowing something the residents know nothing about. Mr. Muniz indicated that the proposed ballot should be disclosed prior to taking action on this matter. Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting—April 17, 2013 - Page 3 of 10 115. Ondra Gilbertson spoke about a Great Dane that was put down for temperament issues. She requested that a committee be formed for temperament testing. Ms. Gilbertson noted that there are not a lot of animals at the Center and pointed out that it will take months for volunteers to be utilized due to the new procedures. The four volunteers that were dismissed were dedicated walkers for the large dogs and now many large dogs are not being walked. Mr. Kreider is a very compassionate man. Ms. Gilbertson asked the City Council to uncover the facts. 116. John Lyons attended the Furry Friends Flea Market and encouraged the residents to take advantage of the Center's amnesty program. He indicated that his dog, Crunch, has benefitted from the microchip program and Mr. Lyons has had a good relationship with the Animal Care and Services Center. Regarding the assessment in Landscape Maintenance District No. 2, Mr. Lyons noted that this is not a tax but rather a fee for service. An election is needed as the law has changed. 117. Stacy Holmes reported that she visited the Animal Care and Services Center on Monday to adopt a dog. She was surprised at the questions that were asked and the requirement to bring in the family and other household pets. Ms. Holmes heard a staff member advise another family against adopting a cat. She was disappointed and visited the Riverside animal center. Ms. Holmes had a completely different experience and adopted a dog there. 118. Kelly Heilig urged the City Council to do something about the Center. She noted that the employee who spoke up and the dismissed volunteers were very courageous. Many years ago, the residents did a lot to ensure that the Center would be a no-kill facility. Ms. Keilig suggested that an independent committee investigate the matter. 119. Nicole Myerchin noted that they had dealt with a similar situation when animal care was under County control. She suggested that Nathan be approached again in order to adopt the no-kill policy as the City standard. 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: April 3, 2013 (Regular Meeting) J2. Approval of Check Register dated March 27, 2013 through April 9, 2013 for the total of $74,576.20. J3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of March 31, 2013. J4. Approval of plans, specifications and estimates and to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids"for the remediation and demolition services for the properties at 9547 and 9561 San Bernardino Road. Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting—April 17, 2013 - Page 4 of 10 RESOLUTION NO. FD 13-015 A RESOLUTION OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BOARD APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE REMEDIATION AND DEMOLITION SERVICES FOR THE PROPERTIES AT 9547 AND 9561 SAN BERNARDINO ROAD IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS J5. Adoption of a Resolution declaring results of a Special Election in Community Facilities District No. 88-1, Annexation No. 88-13-1 located on the northeast side of Specter Court and Archibald Avenue and ordering the annexation of such property to Community Facilities District No. 88-1 (Cardenas Family Trust, Owner—APN: 0201-043-64). RESOLUTION NO. FD 13-016 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. 88-1, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ELECTION IN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1, ANNEXATION NO. 88-13-1 AND ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF SUCH PROPERTY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1 J6. Adoption of a Resolution declaring results of a Special Election in Community Facilities District No. 88-1, Annexation No. 88-13-2 located on the northeast corner of Banyan Street and Indigo Avenue and ordering the annexation of such property to Community Facilities District No. 88-1 (Randy& Julie Twist, Owners—APN: 1043-151-22). RESOLUTION NO. FD 13-017 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. 88-1, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ELECTION IN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1, ANNEXATION NO. 88-13-2 AND ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF SUCH PROPERTY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1 MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports. Motion carried 5-0. K. CONSENT CALENDAR - PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY K1. Approval of Minutes: April 3, 2013 (Regular Meeting) MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to approve the minutes of the meeting. Motion carried 5-0. L. CONSENT CALENDAR - CITY COUNCIL U. Approval of Minutes: April 3, 2013 (Special and Regular Meetings) Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting —April 17, 2013 - Page 5 of 10 L2. Approval of Check Register dated March 27, 2013 through April 9, 2013 and payroll ending April 9, 2013 for the total of$5,211,296.09. L3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of March 31, 2013. L4. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the FY 2012/2013 Bus Stops/Pads at Various Locations project to be funded from Proposition 42 and Pedestrian Grant, Article 3 Funds. RESOLUTION NO. 13-038 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE "FY 2012/2013 BUS STOPS/PADS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS" PROJECT, IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS L5. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the 8`" Street Pavement Rehabilitation — from 1300' east of Hellman Avenue to 200' west of Hermosa Avenue, to be funded from Measure I Fund, Account No. 1177-3035650/1798177-0 for construction of said project. RESOLUTION NO. 13-039 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE "8T" STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION — FROM 1300' EAST OF HELLMAN AVENUE TO 200' WEST OF HERMOSA AVENUE", IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS L6. Approval of Agreement for acquisition of real property and joint escrow instructions with Rozana Rivera aka Roxana Rivera and Juan Rivera for the acquisition of right of way located at 7195 Acorn Place (APN 0227-693-49) needed for the 1-15 at Base Line Road / Base Line Avenue Interchange Improvements project. L7. City of Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Utility 10-Year Energy Efficiency Portfolio Plan as required by Assembly Bill 2021 (AB 2021). L8. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, approving a Resolution and a Program Supplement Agreement No. 014-N to Administering Agency- State Agreement No. 08-5420R for a Safe Routes to School Education Grant and authorizing the City Manager to execute agreement with the California Department of Transportation for the City of Rancho Cucamonga Safe Routes to School Education Grant. RESOLUTION NO. 13-041 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A RESOLUTION AND A PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. 014-N TO ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT NO. 08-5420R FOR A SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL EDUCATION GRANT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL EDUCATION GRANT Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting—April 17, 2013- Page 6 of 10 L9. Approval of a Joint Trade agreement between the City of Rancho Cucamonga and Rancho Cucamonga High School for Waiver of Rental Fees Associated with Graduation Ceremonies at the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter in Exchange for City Use of the Rancho Cucamonga High School Gymnasium for the City's Youth Basketball Program for January 1, 2013—January 1, 2015. 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 Ordinance has been introduced for first reading. Second readings are expected to be routine and non-controversial. The 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 a Board Member, or Council Member. M1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC2013-00097 - CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend Table 17.38.040-1 in Article III of the Development Code in order to conditionally permit attended carwashes within the Haven Overlay District to perform Quick Lube services and to implement distance requirements to limit the number of carwashes within the Haven Avenue Overlay District as well as increase the existing separation requirements for Service Stations. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of the environmental impacts for consideration. ORDINANCE NO. 859 (SECOND READING) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC2013-00097, A REQUEST TO AMEND TABLE 17.38.040-1 IN ARTICLE III OF THE DEVELOPMENT CODE IN ORDER TO CONDITIONALLY PERMIT ATTENDED CARWASHES WITHIN THE HAVEN OVERLAY DISTRICT TO PERFORM QUICK LUBE SERVICES AND TO IMPLEMENT DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS TO LIMIT THE NUMBER OF CARWASHES WITHIN THE HAVEN AVENUE OVERLAY DISTRICT AS WELL AS INCREASE THE EXISTING SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICE STATIONS, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. The Assistant City Clerk/Records Manager read the title of Ordinance No. 859. MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Steinorth, to approve Ordinance No. 859 for second reading. Motion carried 5-0. N. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS - CITY The following items have no legal publication or posting requirements. N1. Healthy RC Youth Leaders Presentation (Oral Report) Ruben Brambila, Project Manager for the Healthy RC Kids, and the Healthy RC Youth Leaders, presented the staff report. Mayor Michael requested that Item N4 be heard at this time. The remaining items were heard in the order listed on the agenda and the minutes indicate the actions taken. Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting—April 17, 2013 - Page 7 of 10 N2. Presentation by Cucamonga Valley Water District about the water treatment project on Etiwanda. (Oral Report) Edwardo Espinoza, Senior Engineer from the Cucamonga Valley Water District, presented information about the Etiwanda water treatment project. N3. Presentation of SANBAG 101 Video. (Oral Report) Fabian Villenas, Principal Management Analyst showed the SANBAG 101 Video. N4. Presentation on the 1-10/1-15 Corridor Managed Lanes Project by San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG) Staff. (Oral Report) Gary Cohoe, SANBAG Director of Project Delivery, presented information on the I-10/1-15 Corridor Managed Lanes Project. N5. A Resolution of the City Council preliminarily approving the Assessment Engineer's Report, declaring its intention to increase assessments for Victoria Neighborhood Parks and Landscape Maintenance District (LMD 2) and to provide for the levy and collection of annual assessments in said District, setting a time and place for a public hearing, and ordering the initiation of Assessment Ballot procedures. RESOLUTION NO. 13-040 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, PRELIMINARILY APPROVING THE ASSESSMENT ENGINEER'S REPORT, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO INCREASE ASSESSMENTS FOR VICTORIA NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (LMD 2) AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS IN SAID DISTRICT, SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING THEREON AND ORDERING THE INITIATION OF ASSESSMENT BALLOT PROCEDURES Lori Sassoon, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services, and Bill Wittkopf, Public Works Services Director, presented the staff report. MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to adopt Resolution No. 13-040. Motion carried 5-0. 0. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORT - JOINT CITY, FIRE I DISTRICT AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY ITEM The following item has no legal publication or posting requirements. 01. Adoption of Resolutions to authorize the Submission of Assessment Ballots on behalf of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection Agency, and the Successor Agency to the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency in the proceedings to increase Assessments for the Victoria Neighborhood Parks and Landscape Maintenance District (LMD 2). Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting —April 17, 2013 - Page 8 of 10 RESOLUTION NO. 13-042 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT ASSESSMENT BALLOTS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA IN THE PROCEEDINGS TO INCREASE ASSESSMENTS FOR VICTORIA NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (LMD 2) AND PROVIDING DIRECTION ON THE SUBMISSION OF SAID ASSESSMENT BALLOTS RESOLUTION NO. FD 13-018 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY OR HIS DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT ASSESSMENT BALLOT ON BEHALF OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT IN THE PROCEEDINGS TO INCREASE ASSESSMENTS FOR VICTORIA NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (LMD 2) AND PROVIDING DIRECTION ON THE SUBMISSION OF SAID ASSESSMENT BALLOTS RESOLUTION NO. 13-043 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OR HIS DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT ASSESSMENT BALLOTS ON BEHALF OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY IN THE PROCEEDINGS TO INCREASE ASSESSMENTS FOR VICTORIA NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (LMD 2) AND PROVIDING DIRECTION ON THE SUBMISSION OF SAID ASSESSMENT BALLOTS Lori Sassoon, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services, presented the staff report. MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to adopt Resolution No. 13-042. Motion carried 5-0. MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Alexander, to adopt Resolution No. FD 13-018. Motion carried 5-0. MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to adopt Resolution No 13-043. Motion carried 5-0. P. COUNCIL BUSINESS The following items have been requested by the City Council for discussion. P1. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per Council Member.) Council Member Williams reported on the recent Southern California Association of Governments Environmental and Energy Committee meeting. At this meeting, the members heard the preliminary budget, transit-oriented development, environmental mitigation. Council Member Williams also attended a San Bernardino Associated Governments meeting, where the Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting —April 17, 2013- Page 9 of 10 members heard a presentation on the HOV/express lanes, the County vision and a preliminary budget. Lastly, she reported on her attendance at a Local Agency Formation Commission meeting where they considered policies on snow removal and road maintenance, as well as the preliminary budget. Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo reported that he is attending the VTrans Board meetings as the Omnitrans representative. At this meeting, the members heard about the contractual arrangement with San Bernardino Associated Governments, insurance and transportation issues. Council Member Steinorth referenced the comments made under Public Communications and noted that he remains unbiased and impartial in his decisions. Council Member Alexander also referenced the comments made under Public Communications. He noted the need to look at everything very carefully. Regarding Landscape Maintenance District #2, Council Member Alexander stressed the need to make sure that the information is transparent and fully presented to the community. City Attorney Markman noted that the comments made tonight were regarding personnel actions and investigations. While staff cannot respond to the comments, the speakers are free to make allegations. Mr. Markman indicated that his firm investigated the matter at the time and noted that there were grounds for the decisions that were made. Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo noted that the Center was evaluated by two outside agencies as well. Mayor Michael reported that a delegation traveled to Washington, D.C. last week. He noted that the meetings were productive and indicated that additional grant opportunities were discovered. IQ. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING No items were identified. IR. ADJOURNMENT I Mayor Michael adjourned the meeting at 9:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, t 1 / 2 6 Deb L. McNay, MMC Assistant City Clerk/Records Manager Approved: May 1, 2013 Fire Protection District, Financing Authority, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting—April 17, 2013 - Page 10 of 10