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CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Regular Meeting
A. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, August 2, 1995, in the
Council Chambers of the Civic Center, located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California.
The meeting was called to order at 7:07 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander.
Present were Councilmembers: Paul Biane, James Curatalo, Rex Gutierrez, Diane Williams, and Mayor
William J. Alexander.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney, Jerry B. FuIwood, Deputy City
Manager; Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Manager; Brad Buller, City Planner; Miki Bratt, Associate Planner;
Scott Murphy, Associate Planner; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Barrye Hanson, Sr. Civil Engineer; Bill Makshanoff,
Building Official; John Thomas, Sr. Plans Examiner/Fire; Jim Frost, City Treasurer; Deborah Clark, Library
Manager; Diane O'Neal, Management Analyst II; Chief Dennis Michael and Deputy Fire Marshal Ralph Crane,
Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Capt. Ron Bieberdorf, Rancho Cucamonga Police; and Debra J.
Adams, City Clerk.
B. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
BI. Presentation of Proclamation to Betty McNay for Celebrating 80 years of Life and Commitment to the
Community.
Mayor Alexander and Don Kurth, Chamber of Commerce President, presented the proclamations to Betty
McNay.
B2. Presentation of the City of Rancho Cucamonga's Crime Free Multi-Housing Program.
Sandy Fatland and Mike Fletcher, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department, made a presentation of the Crime
Free Multi-Housing Program.
Councilmember Gutierrez inquired when the program would be implemented.
Mike Fletcher, Police Department, stated they are ready to implement the program now.
Sandy Fatland, Police Department, stated she thought it could be implemented in about one month.
Councilmember Gutierrez felt Lemon and Haven should be the first place to start.
Sandy Fatland, stated this is the first area they will be starting at. She added the North Town Project will also
be one of the first places to start.
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Councilmember Williams stated she would like an update as the program progresses.
Sandy Fatland, Police Department, stated they would be happy to do this.
B3. Mayor Alexander presented a Proclamation to Matthew Thunnel for receiving his Eagle Scout award.
C. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
C1. Jim Frost also commended Betty McNay for her service to the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
C2. Frank Williams, 10356 Mahogany Court and also with the BIA, distributed pamphlets on SCAG and
talked about the Regional Comprehensive Plan and Guide (RCPG). He felt SCAG was not expending
money wisely with the RCPG being one example of this. He also commended the Sheriff's Department
on the Crime Free Multi Housing Program.
D. CONSENT CALENDAR
DI. Approval of Minutes: January 28, 1995
February 14, 1995
June 27, 1995 (Biane absent)
July 5, 1995
D2. Approval of Warrants, Register Nos. 7/12/95, 7/19/95 and 7/26/95 (FY 1994/95), 7/12/95, 7/19/95 and
7/26/95 (FY 1995/96); and Payroll ending 7/13/95 for the total amount of $4,420,963.47.
D3. Alcoholic Beverage Application for Off-Sale General for Ralph's, Ralph's Grocery Company, 7369
Milliken.
D4. Approval of a request by the Rancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce to waive City fees in
conjunction with the annual Grape Harvest Festival.
D5. Approval of a resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California, adopting the
Five-Year Capital Improvement Program and Twenty-Year Transportation Plan as required for
expenditures of Measure I Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-117
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND TWENTY-YEAR TRANSPORTATION PLAN FOR
THE EXPENDITURE OF MEASURE "1" FUNDS
D6. Approval of the Environmental Initial Study, Parts I and II for the proposed East Avenue Street
Improvement and Rehabilitation Project from Summit Avenue to north side of the Northeast
Community Park Site and Issuance of a Categorical Exemption Therefore.
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RESOLUTION NO. 95-118
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ENVIRONMENTAL INITIAL STUDY
AND ISSUANCE OF A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION FOR THE PROPOSED EAST
AVENUE STREET IMPROVEMENT AND REHABILITATION PROJECT FROM
SUMMIT AVENUE TO NORTH SIDE OF THE NORTHEAST COMMUNITY PARK
SITE
DT. Approval to amend an Operating Agreement to extend Lender Services between Bank of America and
the City of Rancho Cucamonga Home Improvement Program.
DS. Approval and authorization for execution of an Escrow Agreement regarding Subdivision Bonds for
Tract 13750 and Conditionally Release the Original Existing Subdivision Bonds and accept new
Subdivision Bonds and Agreement.
D9. Approval to accept the Improvements, Release of Bonds and File a Notice of Completion for Wardman
Bullock Road Landscape and Ridgeline Place Street Improvements for Tract 13565-1 thru -4 located
on 24th Street, west of Cherry Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-119
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR
TRACT 13565-1 THRU -4 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF
COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
D10. Approval to Release Bonds and Notice of Completion for Tract 13566-1, located north of 24th Street,
between Wardman Bullock Road and San Sevaine Wash.
Release: Faithful Performance Bond (Street) $ 252,000.00
Accept: Maintenance Guarantee Bond (Street) 25,200.00
RESOLUTION NO. 95-120
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR
TRACT 13566-1 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION
FOR THE WORK
MOTION: Moved by Gutierrez, seconded by Biane to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports
contained in the Consent Calendar. Motion carried unanimously, 5-0 with Biane abstaining from voting on the
June 27, 1995 minutes.
E. CONSENT ORDINANCES
El. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8.30 OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO TAXICAB SERVICE AND DRIVER QUALIFICATIONS
Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 543.
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ORDINANCE NO. 543 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 8.30 OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO TAXICAB SERVICE AND
DRIVER QUALIFICATIONS
MOTION: Moved by Gutierrez, seconded by Biane to waive full reading and approve Ordinance No. 543.
Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
F. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
Fl. CONSIDERATION OF SIGN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 95-01 CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA - Consideration of a revision to the Sign Ordinance to allow additional wall signs for industrial
uses. Staff report presented by Scott Murphy, Associate Planner.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. There being no response, the public hearing was
closed.
Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 544.
ORDINANCE NO. 544 (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 14 OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Gutierrez to waive full reading and set second reading of Ordinance
No. 544 for the August 16, 1995 meeting. Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
F2. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 19.12 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO FLOOD DAMAGE PROTECTION TO COMPLY WITH THE LATEST FEDERAL
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA) REGULATIONS IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
Staff report presented by Barrye Hanson, Sr. Civil Engineer.
Councilmember Gutierrez inquired about areas that might flood.
Barrye Hanson, Sr. Civil Engineer, stated the City does not have bad flood areas like Elsinore does, but there
are some light flood areas.
The Council continued by asking various questions about the Ordinance.
Councilmember Biane stated he would like information on the cost impact this would have on commercial areas
before a vote is taken on this. He felt this should be tabled.
Barrye Hanson, Sr. Civil Engineer, informed Councilmember Biane that this only applied to residential areas,
not commercial.
Councilmember Gutierrez inquired what kind of relief the City would get if there was a flood.
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Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated this would affect the homeowner if the City is not participating in this program.
Jack Lam, City Manager, stated if the City approves this, it will help the residents get reduced rates for flood
insurance.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. Addressing the City Council was:
Frank Williams, BIA, stated he agreed with staff's recommendation. He felt it was prudent to approve
the Ordinance.
There being no further response, the public hearing was closed.
Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 545.
ORDINANCE NO. 545 (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 19.12 OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE, PROVIDING FOR FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT
REGULATIONS
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Williams to waive full reading and set second reading of Ordinance
No. 545 for the August 16, 1995 meeting. Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
Councilmember Biane added he was glad this was for residential only and not commercial.
F3. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE REPEALING CERTAIN RESIDENTIAL FIRE SPRINKLER
REQUIREMENTS Staff report presented by Chief Dennis Michael, Fire District.
Councilmember Gutierrez asked if there had been any fatalities because of fire in the City.
Chief Michael, Fire District, stated there was one in 1980. He continued to express how important he felt
sprinklers were.
Councilmember Curatalo stated he would like to see a chart on time of combustion.
Ralph Crane, Deputy Fire Marshal, displayed a chart entitled "Time vs. Products of Combustion" and explained
it. He also talked about a newspaper article and a person dying of smoke inhalation.
Councilmember Curatalo clarified if it would take about nine minutes before the Fire Department could put
water on a burning structure.
Ralph Crane, Deputy Fire Marshal, stated yes.
Councilmember Curatalo pointed out that sprinklers would help this time delay.
Ralph Crane, Deputy Fire Marshal, agreed with him.
John Thomas, Sr. Plans Examiner/Fire, presented information on the cost for residential fire sprinklers from
various contractors.
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Councilmember Curatalo asked for Chief Michael's recommendation and opinion of this matter.
Chief Michael, Fire District, felt the elimination the Ordinance should not occur. He suggested the Ordinance
be looked at by staff, BIA and contractors to come up with something that would be agreeable to everyone
instead of repealing the Ordinance. He did not feel it was cost effective for a builder to wait until there is a
homeowner to decide if they want sprinklers installed or not, that it should be done during the construction of
the home. He stated he would like for staff to work with everyone to get an Ordinance agreeable to all
agencies.
Councilmember Curatalo asked if he felt the Ordinance should be repealed.
Chief Michael, Fire District, stated no.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. Addressing the City Council were:
Frank Williams, BIA, stated he respected the Fire Chief and did not want to get into a debate about this
issue. He felt the mandatory requirement should be repealed, but to also come up with incentives for
the homeowner to put the residential fire sprinklers in their homes. He continued by showing a video
of the City of Rialto's Council meeting when they repealed their Residential Fire Sprinkler Ordinance.
Councilmember Gutierrez asked how many degrees a house would have to be to set off the sprinklers.
Mayor Alexander stated about 130 degrees.
John Lyons, 11984 Dorset, stated he is against repealing the Ordinance. He told about a fatal incident
that had occurred many years ago and how residential fire sprinklers would have helped.
John Roberts, San Bernardino County Fire Marshal, commented on how the fire services staff is here
to protect the residents of the City, and that he did not feel the Ordinance should be repealed.
Bryan Burke of Central Sprinkler presented information on why he felt residential fire sprinklers were
good and that he did not agree with the BIA.
Jane Bradshaw, 6949 Valinda, stated she did not feel the video or the information Mr. Williams
presented was very good. She did not feel the Ordinance should be repealed.
William Eisley, 8448 Jennet, stated he is proud of the City and likes living here. He stated he did not
agree with the BIA and hoped that the Council would not repeal the Ordinance. He did not think the
cost was that significant to add to the cost of a home.
Randy Sampias, fire sprinkler business, asked the Council what would it be gaining to take away the
Ordinance. He felt it was to protect the people and did not think the Ordinance should be repealed.
Jim Frost, City Treasurer, gave background on what the City has done to make the City a safer place.
He stated he supported the Residential Fire Sprinkler Ordinance.
Mike Robbins, 9920 19th Street, asked how much it would cost when there is a fire and emergency
vehicles have to respond to the scene.
Chief Michael, Fire District, stated a normal fire response would involve 5 pieces of equipment, plus personnel.
He stated a residential fire sprinkler system would cost a lot less than having firefighters respond to a fire.
There being no further response, the public hearing was closed.
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Councilmember Curatalo stated he would not disagree with the Chief and felt he would be compromising safety
of the residents if the Ordinance was repealed.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he agrees with many of the points brought up tonight and felt residential fire
sprinklers could prevent deaths. He stated he felt cheated that his house does not have sprinklers, but that he
does have a smoke detector. He stated he questions the value of residential fire sprinklers. He did think they
should be mandatory in commercial buildings. He added he is not against public safety just because he is
against residential fire sprinklers. He felt the cost, no matter how small, does make a difference to a home
buyer. He felt the decision should be left to the home buyer and not to the City Council as to whether or not
to install residential fire sprinklers.
Councilmember Williams stated she has not changed her mind on this issue. She stated she does not think
the Ordinance should have ever been approved. She felt the efforts should go towards the State to change
the codes. She stated any builder can put in residential fire sprinklers and should offer this to the residents if
they want this option.
Councilmember Biane thanked the BIA for their information. He asked if the Fire Chief has residential fire
sprinklers in his home.
Chief Michael, Fire District, stated no.
Councilmember Curatalo asked if he could get residential fire sprinklers in his home if he bought again, would
he.
Chief Michael, Fire District, stated yes.
Mayor Alexander asked if the level of service would remain the same if the Residential Fire Sprinkler Ordinance
is repealed.
Chief Michael, Fire District, stated he felt this would have a negative impact on fire services.
Mayor Alexander asked if the City has been overwhelmed with calls to repeal this Ordinance.
Jack Lam, City Manager, stated no.
Mayor Alexander felt it was odd that the City Council was considering this Ordinance when there were basically
two people asking that this be repealed. He did not think the fire personnel should be stretched any thinner.
He stated he does not understand how the BIA can support a measure to retrofit, but would not support keeping
this Ordinance.
Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 434-A.
ORDINANCE NO. 434-A (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 15.12.168 OF CHAPTER 15.12
OF TITLE 15 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE BY REPEALING
GROOP R, DIVISION $ RESIDENTIAL FIRE SPRINKLER REQUIREMENTS, AND
MAKING OTHER FIRE SPRINKLER RELATED MODIFICATIONS THERETO
MOTION: Moved by Biane, Seconded by Gutierrez to waive full reading and set second reading of Ordinance
No. 434-A for:the August 16, 1995 meeting. Motion carried 3-2 (Alexander and Curatalo voted no).
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Mayor Alexander called a recess at 9:54 p.m. The meeting was called back to order at 10:09 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Gl. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO UNIFORM SIGN PROGRAM' NO. 35 - CAPRI PROPERTIES
- Appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a request to amend the Uniform Sign Program to allow a
fourth sign color for minor tenants within an existing shopping center (Country Village), located at the northeast
corner of Base Line Road and Carnelian Street - APN: 202-381-24 through 26, 28, through 33, 35, and 36.
Staff report presented by Scott Murphy, Associate Planner.
The City Council asked various questions of staff about the center and the Sign Ordinance.
Mayor Alexander asked if this is approved, where will the number of colors end.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. Addressing the City Council were:
Susan Lemarque, management company for the center, stated they consider Subway a major tenant.
She hoped the Council would help this business succeed.
Charles Benedict, 8586 Laurel, Fontana, stated his position about the sign colors and how important
they felt it was for the success of their building. They felt that people identified with the colors they
normally have on their signs. He stated he has put the money into the sign already and paid appeal
fees to get this change approved for the colors of his sign.
Mayor Alexander asked if he felt they would experience a reduction in business if they don't get the colors they
want.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he felt visibility and being able to identify something by the sign is important.
He felt the City was possibly not responding to help some of these types of problems in the community. He felt
flexibility was in order here.
Larry McNiel, Planning Commission, stated this sign is not a big problem, but that the Ordinance was
developed many yeas ago so that the City does not turn into a "Holt Boulevard". He stated there are
two other Subways in the City that have signs that conform to the sign code and that they are
successful. He stated he did not want Rancho Cucamonga to turn into something that other
communities have turned into where there is no control.
There being no further response, the public hearing was closed.
Councilmember Curatalo stated he agreed that Subway is a major operation and that they should be able to
use their regular sign. He agreed with the appellant.
James Markman, City Attorney, stated Subway isnot a major tenant.
Councilmember Curatalo stated he felt Subway was a national operation and supported their appeal and that
they should be able to use their regular sign.
Councilmember Biane stated he agreed with Larry McNiel and felt three colors was enough.
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Councilmember Williams felt the City should stick with their guns and not go against the sign ordinance.
Councilmember GulJerrez stated he felt the Subway owner's livelihood is more important than the color of the
sign. He stated he does not understand the City's attitude toward businesses.
Mayor Alexander stated if our sign ordinance needs to be modified then the City should take a long hard look
at it. He added he would stand behind the Planning Commission's decision.
MOTION: Moved by Curatalo, seconded by Gutierrez to uphold the applicant's appeal and stick with the original
colors. Motion failed 2-3 (Williams, Alexander and Biane voted no).
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Williams to uphold the Planning Commission's decision. Motion
carried 3-2 (Curatalo and Gutierrez voted no).
H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS
H1. CONSIDERATION OF Wohl/RANCHO PARTNERS - A request to consider initiation of text changes
to add Commercial uses and standards for Commercial uses, in conjunction with Industrial Area Specific Plan
Amendment 95-02, for parcels located on the south side of Foothill Boulevard between Spruce and Elm
Avenues in Subarea 7. Staff report presented by Miki BraE, Associate Planner.
Councilmember Gutierrez asked when the Land Use/Market Study would be completed.
Brad Buller, City Planner, stated by the end of the year or in October or so.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he thought projects were not to be held up because of the Market Study.
Brad Buller, City Planner, stated the City's study is not holding up this application.
Jack Lam, City Manager, stated the issue is "does the Council want to initiate the text change" because the
Planning Commission felt the Council should consider this instead of them.
Councilmember Williams asked who would have to pay to get this through.
Brad Buller, City Planner, stated it is a fee they would pay if this action is approved.
Councilmember Williams stated she wants to make sure the City is compensated for this.
Brad Buffer, City Planner, stated the applicant is asking to proceed with the project and will pay a fee to do this.
Councilmember Biane asked Planning Commissioner John Melcher why he wanted to delay this project until
the City's Market Study is complete. He said this is contradictory to what was previously told to the Council.
John Melcher, Planning Commission, stated he does not think the City should do things "piecemeal".
He commented that what the City does today will stick for many years to come. He stated he does not
think the City should proceed with this project until the Market Study is complete.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated when this study was approved he was told it would not hold up projects.
John Melcher, Planning Commission, stated he did not understand why it was so wrong to hold up on
a project for awhile until the study is complete.
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Councilmember Gutierrez stated because the City needs new business and needs a financial base.
Councilmember Curatalo stated he is getting "vibes" that there are preconceived notions as far as not
expanding our commercial Zones at this time. He asked if this is the case, why are we allowing the applicant
to proceed with his application.
Brad Buller, City Planner, stated the applicant has every right to submit this project application under the current
Development Code. He stated once he has a complete application he has two options. One is to come in and
simply ask for Community Commercial under the Foothill Specific Plan, take a land use zoning category and
simply move it onto his property. He added staff suggested that administratively, the easiest way, if that was
to be a commercial piece of property, it would make better sense to amend the Industrial Area Specific Plan
text to keep it within the same context of everything else that is reviewed in that area south of Foothill. He stated
rather than coming in with a zone change, Mr. Wohl came in with a text change. He stated the code
differentiates the two.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public comment. Addressing the City Council were:
Greg Wohl, Wohl Investment Company, stated he is surprised about the problems they are having.
He stated they want to go ahead with their application.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he felt it was his job to give a fair handshake to people that approach him.
He stated he felt every business should be treated fairly and welcomed into the City. He stated he did not want
development to stop because of the Study.
Councilmember Williams asked if they were on a time table.
Mr. Wohl stated yes. He stated they have tenants they might lose if they can't go ahead.
Councilmember Williams stated she felt they are being presumptuous in thinking they will get the text change
by going ahead with getting tenants. She stated she wanted it on the record that they are in escrow with some
of their tenants. She stated she felt Mr. Wohl would want to know what the Study says to see who should be
going into their center. She felt Mr. Wohl was pushing the City a little bit.
Mayor Alexander stated he wanted to make sure Mr. Wohl did not think the Council was giving them an
endorsement either for or against their project by going along with the text change idea.
Councilmember Curatalo stated he would accept staff's recommendation of the text change.
Wendy Vallette, 11116 Amarillo, stated she was not sure what was being discussed. She stated what
she heard Councilmember Gutierrez saying was that the General Plan is up for grabs to rezone to
whoever wants to come in.
Councilmember Biane stated he would answer that because he feels as strongly as Councilmember Gutierrez
does. He stated it was a commitment to let the application be heard in front of the Planning Commission. He
stated the Planning Commission could still say no to the project, but to go ahead and hear what the developer
has to say.
Wendy Vallette stated she did not have a problem with that, but that she has a lot of concerns with
exceptions that are being made as she previouslY heard tonight. She hoped that the Council would
not approve spot zoning when it is looking at amending the General Plan.
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Andrew Hall, Manager of the Heritage Best Western Inn, located behind the proposed project of Mr.
Wohl, stated he realizes that this is not an approval of the project, but did think Mr. Wohl was putting
the cart before the horse. He stated he wished that Mr. Wohl had contacted him about the kind of
business he has at the hotel. He stated he has had 23,000 people in the hotel since January 1995.
He felt a restaurant would be a lot more beneficial there.
There being no further response, the public comment section was closed.
MOTION: Moved by Curatalo, seconded by Gutierrez to accept the applicant's request to initiate the text
amendment application. Motion carried unanimously, 5-0.
Mayor Alexander stated this is not an endorsement to approve the project.
I. COUNCIL BUSINESS
No items were submitted.
J. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
J1. Councilmember Gutierrez asked for a staff report on public vs. private equestrian trails..
James Markman, City Attorney, stated the City has litigation on this matter and felt it should be discussed in
Executive Session.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated there are residents that would like more information on this matter.
James Markman, City Attorney, stated staff could go ahead and prepare a report.
K. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
KI~ REQUEST BY VICTOR MUNI7 TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL ON "CABLE COMMUNICATION
SERVICES"
Mr. Muniz stated Marks is not a licensed contractor by the State License Board. He stated he did not
think Marks had adequate quality control. He felt an audit should take place of Marks Cablevision's
work for quality assurance. He continued to complain about the job Marks has done at his home
without his permission. He stated he would be sending Marks a letter suing them naming the City of
Rancho Cucamonga on the complaint. He stated he is asking the City to stop Marks from doing
business in the City.
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L. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Moved by Biane, seconded by Curatalo to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously; 5-0. The meeting
adjourned at 12:10 a.m.
ResRectfully submitted,
City Clerk
Approved: September 20, 1995