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CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Reclular Meetinq
A. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, February 16,
2000, in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center, Iocated at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho
Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 7:06 p.m. by Mayor William J.
Alexander.
Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, James Curatalo, Bob Dutton, Diane Willjams, and
Mayor William J. Alexander.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Deputy City Manager; James
Markman, City Attorney; Larry Temple, Administrative Services Director; Jim Frost, City Treasurer;
Shelly Munson, Info Systems Specialist; Joe Kamrani, St. Info Systems Specialist; Larry Henderson,
Principal Planner; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Shintu Bose, Deputy City Engineer; Bill
Makshanoff, Building Official; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Paula Pachon,
Management Analyst II; Deborah Clark, Library Director; Chief Dennis Michael, Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Captain Rodney Hoops, Police Depadment; Duane Baker,
Assistant to the City Manager; Diane O'Neal, Assistant to the City Manager; and Debra J. Adams,
City Clerk.
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
B1. Councilmember Willlares announced that Mayor Alexander had been selected to serve as Chair
of the City Selection Committee. She pointed out this committee is comprised of all Mayors within
San Bernardino County and that this is an honor that Mayor Alexander was selected to serve as
Chair.
C. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
C1. Malissa McKeith, 4993 Ginger Coud, on behalf of CURE, presented background information
regarding the levee removal near the Haven View Estates project. She commented on the safety
study they are requesting regarding this. She told about Senators Boxer and Feinstein that are
supporting this study as well. She talked about correspondence pedaining to this. She stated they
are asking for FEMA to tell them if this is safe or not and referred to an Indemnification Letter they
are asking various agencies to sign.
C2. John Lyons talked about his organization called SOC (Save Our Children), which pertains to the
high school proposed on Banyan and Milliken. He commended the City Council for their help to get
the freeway changed so that it is safer for the kids going to and from school.
C3. Robin Jenson wanted to talk about the meeting they had with the Chaffey Joint Union High
School District regarding the name for the proposed high school. She asked that the Council help
and support them in getting the name changed from Los Osos High School. She stated the
community did not like the name of Los Osos. She stated the people would like this to be named
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something that would go more with the area. She stated people are upset and want to get involved
in the naming of the school. She asked that the Council go with them to the School District Board
meeting to help them. She felt the kids should be able to be involved with the naming and also
choosing the colors and mascot for the school.
Mayor Alexander pointed out that the City does not get involved with school district matters because
they do not have jurisdiction with school issues.
Ms. Jenson stated she understood that, but would like to get this on the next agenda to discuss.
C4. Lori Coy stated they want to change the name of the high school. She felt the mascot could be
called Los Osos but not the name of the school.
C5. Steve Figueroa invited the Council to a Latino event this coming weekend and pointed out he
liked the name of Los Osos and felt it was appropriate.
C6. Kathy Wyant, 4999 Ginger Court, asked that the Council sign the Indemnification Agreement as
discussed by Ms. McKeith, and felt they should go along with the safety study.
C7. Bob Christiano stated he had a copy of the FEMA letter Ms. McKeith referred to dated February
16 and commented on this. He asked Ms. McKeith if they would indemnify him and read a letter
from FEMA to Ms. McKeith.
C8. Leo Orinvanos, Carriage Drive, felt if things were safe, why won't everyone sign the
Indemnification Agreement.
C9. Malon Sampson, Haven View Estates, stated he has some information about Mr. Christiano's
tactics. He felt there were no problems signing the Indemnification Letter if people felt the situation is
safe.
C10. James Simpson, 8740 White Oak, stated if the ARMY Corps says this is safe, he did not feel
the City or Mr. Christiano need to sign the Indemnification Agreement because of the reputation of
the ARMY Corps.
Cll. Susan Bowerly stated she is representing many people in the community who do not like the
rapid pace of development within the City. She stated she would like to get a map of what is owned
by the City and what is privately owned.
C12. Harry Gupta of Rancho Cucamonga for 20 years, stated he is concerned about the removal of
the levee. He felt the levee was like insurance. He stated he is not against Lauren Development,
but just wants to be safe. He felt the City should look for another piece of land for Lauren to build on.
C13. Lori Drakes stated she was not in support of the name of Los Osos for the new high school
and asked the City Council to help them get this changed.
Jack Lam, City Manager, stated he would like Mr. O'Neil to give a report on the history of the levee
and also the flood protection.
Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, reported to the Council the information requested by the City Manager.
James Markman, City Attorney, stated he has read the Indemnification Agreement and reported he
suggested some time ago that everyone go in together and pay for a safety study which never
happened. He felt it would be a good idea if someone could facilitate a land swap with the
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developer. He stated as far as the Indemnification Agreement was concerned, he could not advise
his client to pick up any liability that isn't theirs.
D. CONSENT CALENDAR
Jack Lam, City Manager, stated there is a correction to the account number for item D5 which has
been distributed in a memo to the Council.
D1. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of January 31,2000.
D2. Approval of Warrants, Register Nos. 1/5/00, 1/12/00, 1/19/00, 1/26/00 and 2/2/00, and Payroll
ending 1/6/00 and 1/20/00 for the total amount of $5,086,896.10.
D3. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the ADA 1999/2000 Access
Ramp and Drive Approach Improvements to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
standards generally located along Haven and Hermosa Avenues and Arrow Route, to be funded from
Account Nos. 16-4637-9106 and 32-4637-9804.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-019
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE "ADA 1999/2000 ACCESS RAMP AND
DRIVE APPROACH IMPROVEMENTS" IN SAID CITY AND
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO
RECEIVE BIDS
D4. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the Sapphire Street
Pavement Improvements from Moon Court to Almond Street, to be funded from Account No. 32-4637-
9606.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-020
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE "SAPPHIRE STREET PAVEMENT
iMPROVEMENTS FROM MOON COURT TO ALMOND STREET" IN
SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO
ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS
D5.Approval to appropriate $7,500 awarded by the California State Library into Library Expenditure
account. (ACCOUNT NUMBER CORRECTED)
D6. Approval of a request to Summarily Vacate a Storm Drain Easement, located nodherly and on
Caitrans proposed frontage road, approximately 285 feet south of existing centerline of Highland
Avenue,
RESOLUTION NO. 00-021
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, SUMMARILY ORDERING THE
VACATION OF A STORM DRAIN EASEMENT, LOCATED NORTHERLY
AND ON THE PROPOSED CALTRANS FRONTAGE ROAD
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DT. Approval of a request to Summarily Vacate a Storm Drain/Ingress and Egress Easement north of
Highland Avenue, west of Etiwanda Avenue, V167--APN: 225-411-01.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-022
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, SUMMARILY ORDERING THE
VACATION OF A STORM DRAIN/INGRESS AND EGRESS EASEMENT
ON LOT 1 OF TRACT 13812, GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF
HIGHLAND AVENUE AND WEST OF ETIWANDA AVENUE, Vo167--
APN: 225-411-01
D8. Approval of an Improvement Agreement and Improvement Securities for the Traffic Signal
Installations at Fourth Street and Santa Anita Avenue, and Fourth Street and Barrington Avenue,
submitted by Catellus Development Corporation.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-023
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT AND SECURITIES FOR THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL
INSTALLATIONS AT FOURTH STREET AND SANTA ANITA AVENUE
AND FOURTH STREET AND BARRINGTON AVENUE
D9. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security and Ordering the Annexation to
Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for
CUP 97-23, located at the northeast corner of Foothill Boulevard and Hermosa Avenue, submitted by
Samir A. Lakkees and Robin E. Lakkees, Trustees of the Lakkees Family Living Trust and Nancy J.
Lakkees-Shaffer.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-024
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPRQVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR CUP 97-23
RESOLUTION NO. 00-025
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1
AND 6 FOR CUP 97-23
D10. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security and Ordering the Annexation to
Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for DR
99-40, located at the northwest corner of Fourth Street and Archibald Avenue, submitted by Airport
Corporate Center, LLC
RESOLUTION NO. 00-026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DR 99-40
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RESOLUTION NO. 00-027
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION QF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 3B AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1
AND 6 FOR DR 99-40
Dll. Approval to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Xerox Corporation (CO 00-004)
to provide document cost per copy service through San Bernardino County Piggy-Back Agreement
#99-1181 in the amount of $149,048.00 from Account No. 01-4245-6028.
D12. Approval to award and authorize the execution of the Contract for City Hall carpet replacement,
in the amount of $279,770.00 ($254,336.00 plus 10% contingency) to be apparent low bidder, Shaw
Contract Flooring (Inland Empire) (CO 00-005) of Ontario, California, to be funded from Fund 17-
51000.
D13. Approval of Improvement Agreement Extension for Development Review 94-16, generally
located at the southwest corner of Arrow Route and Etiwanda Avenue, submitted by Ameron,
Incorporated. (REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION)
RESOLUTION NO. 00-028
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT EXTENSION FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 94-16
D14. Approval of release of Maintenance Guarantee Bond No. 3SM91192600 in the amount of
$15,440.00 for DR 95-02, located on the south side of Jersey Boulevard, east of White Oak Avenue.
D15. Approval to accept the Summit Avenue Street Improvements, East Avenue to 1000" east of
East Avenue, Contract No. 99-059 as complete, release the bonds, and authorize the City Engineer to
file a Notice of Completion and approve the final contract amount of $148,175.50.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-029
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE SUMMIT AVENUE STREET
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, CONTRACT NO. 99-059, AND
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE
WORK
D16. Approval to accept the ADA Access Ramps along Archibald Avenue from Base Line Road south
to Sixth Street and various locations, Contract No. 99-053, as complete, and authorize the City
Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final contract amount of $122,540.25.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-030
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE ADA ACCESS RAMPS
ALONG ARCHIBALD AVENUE, FROM BASE LINE ROAD SOUTH TO
SIXTH STREET AND VARIOUS LOCATIONS, AS COMPLETE, AND
AUTHORIZE THE CITY ENGINEER TO FILE A NOTICE OF
COMPLETION
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D17. Approval to accept the Construction of the FY 1998/99 Local Street Rehabilitation, Slurry Seal
for Various Locations, Contract No. 99-064, as complete, release the bonds, and authorize the City
Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final contract amount of $206,363.07.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-031
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE CONSTRUCTION OF
FY 1998/99 LOCAL STREET REHABILITATION, SLURRY SEAL FOR
VARIOUS LOCATIONS, AS COMPLETE, RELEASE THE BONDS AND
AUTHORIZE THE CITY ENGINEER TO FILE A NOTICE OF
COMPLETION
D18. Approval to accept the 4th Street Rehabilitation and Storm Drain Project, Contract No. 99-071,
as complete, and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final
contract amount of $560,226.86.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-032
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE 4TM STREET
REHABILITATION AND STORM DRAIN PROJECT, CONTRACT NO. 99-
071, AS COMPLETE, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY ENGINEER TO FILE
A NOTICE OF COMPLETION
MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Williams to approve the staff recommendations in the staff
reports contained within the Consent Calendar with the exception of item D13 and to include the
correction to item D5 as stated by the City Manager. Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
DISCUSSION OF ITEM D13. Approval of Improvement Agreement Extension for Development
Review 94-16, generally located at the southwest corner of Arrow Route and Etiwanda Avenue,
submitted by Ameron, Incorporated.
Councilmember Dutton stated he would have to abstain from voting on this matter because of a conflict.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-028
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT EXTENSION FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 94-16
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Biane to approve Resolution No. 00-028. Motion carried
unanimously 4-0-0-1 (Dutton abstained).
E. CONSENT ORDINANCES
No Items Submitted.
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F. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
F1. CONSIDERATION OF 2000 - 2004 CONSOLIDATED PLAN - The opportunity for public
participation in the development of HousinQ and CommunitV Development Needs for the Communitv
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Proqram.
Staff report presented by Tom Grahn, Associate Planner.
Councilmember Williams stated there is a group of collaborative nonprofits that Dianna Mitcheli is
involved with. She asked if they had been notified of this to see what their input is.
Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, stated he was not sure but would check into this. He stated there
were ads in the newspaper to get the word out about this program.
Councilmember Williams felt they definitely needed to be involved with this project, and felt possibly
the City should meet with them to discuss their need. She stated Ms. Mitchell could address this
when public comments are opened up.
Councilmember Biane stated he and Councilmember Williams met with Planning Department staff to
try to balance out the money for capital improvements and other various groups and looked forward
to hearing from everyone and getting input as to what their needs are.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. Addressing the City Council were:
Brian Hunt, Project Sister, told about their program and stated if they get any CDBG money it
would be well spent.
Sue Tong, Project Sister, also told about their program.
Sandra Floyd, with Campfire Girls for Crimebusters Day Camp, talked about their program.
Diana Lee Mitchell, YMCA and the Community Services Network Group, suggested their
Community Services Network Group meet to discuss their needs for CDBG funding and bring
back a report to the City Council.
Jim Frost with Etiwanda Historical Society, talked about the Society and what they do.
Miriam Gandell, Foothill Family Shelter, talked about their program and asked for the Council
to support so they can continue with their work.
Jess Torrez, inland Media Board told about his program.
Arte Jones, Inland Valley Council of Chambers, talked about their program and the importance
of it.
Bill Meyers, House of Ruth and also with the Foothill Family Shelter, told abut their program
and the people they serve. They thanked the Council for their past support and stated they
looked forward to the future.
There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed,
Councilmember Biane asked if the census count could help with funding for CDBG requests.
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Larry Henderson, Principal Planner, stated they do expect a slight increase, but that it is not expected
to increase due to the population count.
Jack Lam, City Manager, stated population is impodant and felt this should be pointed out.
Councilmember Willlares stated she did not want it implied that the census was not impodant.
Larry Henderson, Principal Planner, stated he did not mean to imply that the census count was not
important.
Councilmember Willlares felt the information presented tonight should be considered and felt they
should be able to give input into the final report.
ACTION: Report received and filed, with direction given to staff as previously stated.
A recess was taken at 8:42 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:54 p.m. with all Councilmembers
present.
No Items Submitted.
G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS
H1. REQUEST TO ISSUE A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 14--THE CALIFORNIA
READING AND LITERACY IMPROVEMENT AND PUBLIC LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION AND
RENOVATION BOND ACT OF 2000
Staff report presented by Deborah Clark, Library Director.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public comments. There being no response, public comments
were closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 00-033
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ENDORSING PROPOSITION 14, THE
CALIFORNIA READING AND LITERACY IMPROVEMENT AND PUBLIC
LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION BOND ACT OF 2000
MOTION: Moved by Curatalo, seconded by Biane to approve Resolution No. 00-033. Motion carried
unanimously 5-0
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H2. CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO'S BOOKING FEE
SUPPLEMENTAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT (CO 99-031A) ELIMINATING THE COUNTY'S
FEBRUARY 11, 2000 ADMINISTRATIVE FEE
Staff report presented by Diane O'Neal, Assistant to the City Manager.
Mayor Alexander if there was any way to completely do away with the booking fee.
Diane O'Neal, Assistant to the City Manager, stated all of the City Managers that are contract cities for
police services are continuing to work with the County on an ongoing basis to try to lower the booking
fee or equal the current reimbursement we are currently getting from AB 1662.
Mayor Alexander asked what the current reimbursement was.
Jack Lain, City Manager, stated it is currently three hundred and some odd thousand dollars and is
based on two fiscal years ago. He stated we just received the check.
Councilmember Dutton asked if there are some counties that are eliminating the fee.
Jack Lam, City Manager, stated yes.
MOTION: Moved by Dutton, seconded by Williams to approve Resolution No. 99-031A. Motion carried
unanimously 5-0.
H3. APPROVAL TO APPROPRIATE $89,839, AWARDED BY THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT
OF JUSTICE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANTS PROGRAM
Staff repod presented by Rodney Hoops, Police Chief.
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Curatalo to approve the appropriation as recommended by
staff. Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
I. COUNCIL BUSINESS
H. REPORT ON BiCYCLE/PEDESTRiAN PATHS AND SPEED LIMIT REDUCTION ON SAPPHIRE
Staff report presented by Joe O'Neil, City Engineer,
ACTION: Council directed staff to continue with the investigation.
12. PARKS, RECREATION FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE
ACTION: Report received and filed.
13. CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL' COMMUNITY FOUNDATION'S SUBCOMMITTEE'S
RECOMMENDATIONS TO FILL THE ONE VACANCY ON THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
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Staff report presented by Diane O'Neal, Assistant to the City Manager.
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Curatalo to approve the subcommittee's recommendation.
Motion carried unanimously 5-0
J. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
J1. Councilmember Dutton stated he would like to put the high school naming issue on the agenda
even though it is not within the City's jurisdiction.
Councilmember Willlares stated she has been contacted by a lot of residents about this and felt the
people should be able to speak.
Councilmember Curatalo felt this would allow people the opportunity to use the Council as a
sounding block, but added the Council does not have jurisdiction over the school district.
K. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
No communication was made from the public.
L. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Dutton to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss Labor
Negotiations per Government Code Section 54957.6 to give Larry Temple, Administrative Services
Director, direction in regards to the meet and confer process. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. The
meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m. No action was taken in executive session.
Respectfully sub~:tt_~),,~__.,
De~braJ. Ada~,CMC
City Clerk
Approved: April 5, 2000