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CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga City Council held a closed session on Wednesday, March 16, 2005, in the
Tapia Room of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California.
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Mayor William J. Alexander.
Present were Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, L. Dennis Michael, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams and
Mayor William J. Alexander.
Aisc present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; and Joe O'Neil, City
Engineer.
B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
Mayor Alexander announced the closed session item.
B1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING LITIGATION PER GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 54956.9, CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA V. 1-15 RANCHO PACIFIC, LLC, CASE NO. RCV
083610, SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT, REGARDING CONDEMNATION ACTION
FOR PROPERTY INTERESTS ON REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY 1-15 RANCHO PACIFIC LLC, APN:
229-021-58; NEGOTIATING PARTIES, JOSEPH O/NElL, CITY ENGINEER, AND CITY ATTORNEY'S
OFFICE REGARDING SETTLEMENT NEGOTIATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS TO NEGOTIATORS
CONCERNING SETTLEMENT OFFER; NEGOTIATING PARTIES MAY NEGOTIATE WITH A PARTY IN
THE MATTER, FOOTHILL CROSSING, LLC - CITY
l[ C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S) I
No communication was made on the closed session item.
D. CONDUCT OF CLOSED SESSION
The closed session began at 5:35 p.m.
[[ E. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
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The closed session recessed at 6:42 p.m. with no action taken.
CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Requ ar Meeting
A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, March 16, 2005, in
the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga,
California. Mayor William J. Alexander called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
Present were Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, L. Dennis Michael, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams and
Mayor William J. Alexander.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; Linda D. Daniels,
Redevelopment Director; James C. Frost, City Treasurer; Larry Temple, Administrative Services Director;
Dawn Haddon, Purchasing Manager; Mike Toy, Information Systems Specialist; Charles Scott, Sr.
Information Systems Specialist; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Robert Lemon, Management Analyst II; Erica
Darplee, Management Analyst I; Brad Buller, City Planner; Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Trang Huynh,
Building Official; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Dave Moore, Recreation Superintendent;
Bill Pallotto, Recreation Supervisor; Robert Karatsu, Library Services Manager; Michelle Perera,
Reference Services Coordinator; Captain Pete Ortiz, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department; Chief Peter
Bryan, Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Kimberly Thomas, Management Analyst III; Shirr'l
Griffin, Office Specialist II - City Clerk's Office; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk.
II ~. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS I
B1. Presentation by Dee Matreyek regarding Restorative Justice.
Dee Matreyek with the Restorative Justice Center of the inland Empire, informed the Council that this
program allows an opportunity for victims, offenders and the community to take part in righting the wrongs
done when a crime is committed, and provides a systematic search for solutions to crime that promotes
reconciliation. She informed the Council that the City of Upland recently adopted the use of
victim/offender mediation for some of their minor offense juvenile cases and that they have had 100%
success rate. She challenged the Council and the Police Chief to start a program like this and felt it
would be very beneficial for instances that might occur at the mall, such as shoplifting. She felt the
Council would find this program very rewarding.
Councilmember Williams inquired who decides that a kid can use this program if they do something
wrong.
Ms. Matreyek stated cases for this program get chosen by the Probation Department. She stated the
offender can request this, but that it is up to the victim if they want to be involved with this program.
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Councilmember Michael felt this was a good idea and encouraged her to keep working with staff on this.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he agreed.
Councilmember Michael asked if she modeled this program after someone else's.
Ms. Matreyek stated there are other cities in San Bernardino County that do this.
B2. Update on the West Nile Virus Plan of Action by the West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District.
Dr. Cheng reported there are cases of the West Nile Virus that have already been identified. He asked
the residents to look at their property and try to eliminate any risks that could contribute to this problem.
Councilmember Michael asked what people should do if they find a dead bird on their property.
Dr. Cheng stated they should call 877.WNV.BIRD or 909.627.0931.
Councilmember Williams suggested this be put on the City's website.
B3. Presentation of a Proclamation declaring March 2005 as "Red Cross Month."
The City Council presented the Proclamation to Debbie Hippen, Boardmember for the American Red
Cross.
B4. ADDED ITEM - Presentation of a Proclamation recognizing the week of March 28 - April 3, 2005 as
"Community Development Week in Rancho Cucamonga."
The City Council presented the Proclamation to Tom Grahn, Associate Planner.
Tom Grahn, Associate Planner, told about the CDBG Program and the services it provides the
community.
Councilmember Williams encouraged people to write their legislators and tell them the CDBG money is
very important to this community and should not be cut from the State's budget. She felt email was a
great way to get messages to them.
C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
C1. John Lyons, Etiwanda area, stated that his heart and prayers go out to the fireman that was injured
yesterday. He asked if the public would be able to speak on item 13.
Mayor Alexander stated yes.
Mr. Lyons commented on the newspaper article about the fire fighters and developers running the City.
He stated he would like to know who these developers are. He commented on an event at the Home
Depot. He stated there were protestors blocking the entrance into Home Depot. He asked people to
support Rancho Cucamonga business.
C2. Melanie Ingram, Rosebud Court, stated Rancho Recall is alive and well. She stated this is "National
Sunshine Week - You Have the Right to Know." She stated open government is very important. She
stated she is disappointed that one of the Public Communications was eliminated from the agenda and
wished this would be put back on. She felt Rancho Cucamonga has taken a step backwards by
eliminating the second Public Communications from the agenda.
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C3. Leslie Grimes stated she agreed with Melanie Ingram about the removal of the second Public
Communications. She felt this had opened up communication. She asked that this be put back on the
agenda. She felt Victoria Gardens was beautiful. She asked people to pray for our young men and
women that volunteer to serve their country.
C4. Kelly Heillig stated there was a candlelight vigil at the Animal Shelter over the weekend. She stated
it was very nice. She stated on Monday night there was a City Council meeting with a presentation made
by Nathan Winograd. She stated volunteers are needed at the Animal Shelter and also for the Cats in
Need Program.
C5. Jenna (did not give last name) stated she attended the meeting held Monday night and asked the
Council to hire Mr. Winograd to set up the "no kill" shelter.
C6. A lady (who did not identify himself) read a letter from Pamela Hall (which is on file in the City Clerk's
office). She stated there will be a Pet Fair at Upland Memorial Park on May 21 and encouraged the City
Council to attend.
C7. Bill McCliman stated he made an error when he said the City Council voted on the contract for the
fire fighters, as was mentioned at the last meeting by City Manager Jack Lam. He stated even though
there was not a vote, the City Council is not giving the firemen what they want. He stated other City
employees got their raises, but the firemen have not. He did not feel it was right for the City council to
discuss labor negotiations with the newspaper and wondered why they would not discuss this at a City
Council meeting. He stated at the next meeting he would like the Blue Ribbon Commission issue to be
on the agenda and would like there to be a City Council item to hire Nathan Winograd.
C8. Nicole Myerchin thanked the public for coming to the Monday night meeting to hear Nathan
Winograd. She stated there were a lot of residents in attendance. She stated she would like to see an
item on the next agenda to hire Mr. Winograd and would like there to be an item on microchipping of
animals and Vet care. She also talked about the Foster Care Program and said she would like to have
discussion about this at the next meeting. She asked if Councilmember Williams got the email from her
on Veterinary Care. She stated the County is in a 501C3 to raise money for the animals at the Animal
Shelter, and stated she would like to know how much money they have raised and what they have spent
it on. She felt the money could be used to help the animals. She stated she would like to see the City get
in a 501C3 to make sure when there is a fundraiser, the money goes back to the animal programs. She
said she appreciated the City Council attending the meeting Monday night and asked if in the future these
meetings could be videotaped.
C9. Ken Christley felt Mr. Winograd should be hired to turn our shelter into a "no kill" shelter.
C10. Jody Bell stated she will not go to the shelter while it is a "kill" shelter. She stated it should be a "no
kill" shelter and that she did appreciate the City Council holding the meeting on Monday night.
C11. Deputy Greg Hill talked about the upcoming Sheriff's Department Bicycle Rodeo to be held June 4.
He stated they are already meeting to plan it. He stated on March 31st at the San Bernardino
Headquarters there will be a plaque of Deputy Ron Ives dedicated.
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II i,. CONSENT CALENDAR I
D1. Approval of Minutes: February 11,2005 (Special Meeting)
February 12, 2005 (Adjourned Meeting)
February 16, 2005
February 22, 2005 (Special Meeting)
February 24, 2005 (Special Meeting)
February 28, 2005 (Special meeting)
March 2, 2005 (Special meeting)
D2. Approval of Warrants, Register 2/24/05 through 3/8/05 and Payroll ending 3/8/05, for the total
amount of $944,932.90.
D3. Approve to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of February 28, 2005.
D4. Approval of plans, specifications and estimates and to authorize the "Notice Inviting Bids" for
Improvements in Phase 01/03 Final Work of Community Facilities District 2001-01 and 2003-01 for final
street overlay, final striping, median island construction and landscaping, traffic signal modification, etc.,
on Foothill Boulevard from Rochester Avenue to 1-15 Freeway, to be funded from Acct. Nos.
16123035650/1442612-0 and 16143035650/1442614-0, and approval to allow a median break on Foothill
Boulevard and change street tree designation on Foothill Boulevard.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-095
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS
IN PHASE 01-03 FINAL WORK OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES
DISTRICTS 2001-01 AND 2003-01, (TO BE BID AND CONSTRUCTED
AS ONE PROJECT), INCLUDING FINAL STREET OVERLAY, FINAL
STRIPING, MEDIAN ISLAND CONSTRUCTION AND LANDSCAPING,
TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION, ETC., ON FOOTHILL BOULEVARD
FROM ROCHESTER AVENUE TO 1-15 FREEWAY, IN SAID CITY AND
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE
TO RECEIVE BIDS
D5. Approval of plans and specifications for the "Citywide Concrete Repair, Tree removal and Tree
Planting Annual Maintenance Agreement renegotiable on a year-to-year basis, and authorize the City
Clerk to advertise the "Notice Inviting Bids", to be funded from Acct. No. 1001316-5300 ($350,000) as
approved in the 2004-2005 budget.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-096
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR "CITYWIDE CONCRETE REPAIR, TREE
REMOVAL AND TREE PLANTING ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
AGREEMENT RENEGOTIABLE ON A YEAR-TO-YEAR BASIS" AND
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE
TO RECEIVE BIDS
D6. Approval of a Resolution authorizing the Deputy City Manager, Finance Officer, and Fire Chief to
execute the appropriate documentation for the purpose of obtaining Federal and State assistance from
various competitive grant programs.
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RESOLUTION NO. 05-097
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, AUTHORIZING THE DEPUTY CITY MANAGER,
FINANCE OFFICER, AND FIRE CHIEF TO EXECUTE THE
APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF
OBTAINING FEDERAL AND STATE ASSISTANCE FROM VARIOUS
COMPETITIVE GRANT PROGRAMS
D7. Approval of the Parks, Recreation Facilities and Community Services Update.
D8. Approval of expenditure with Brodart, Inc. for the acquisition of library materials for the Archibald
Library in the amount of $70,000 from Library Account 12906015200.
Dg. Approval of a request from the Christian Okoye Foundation for a Waiver of Rental Fees for a Free
Youth Football/Soccer Clinic at the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter and Adult Sports Complex (soccer
fields) on April 2, 2005.
D10. Approval for Annual Product Support and Service Renewal from the provider, Oracle Corporation in
the amount of $34,100 to be funded from General Fund, Administrative Services Department, Information
Systems Division, 1001-209-5300 and 1001-209-5152.
Dll. Approval to appropriate $76,000 out of AB1600 reserves into Acct. No.1016301-5300 (Contract
Services) in connection with City/County initiated Annexation DRC2004-01204.
D12. Approval of an expenditure of $24,00 for the marking of underground utilities by Underground
Technology Inc. (UTI) (CO 03-087) as approved in the 04/05 budget, and appropriate an additional
$16,000 for Fiscal Year 2004-2005, to be funded from Acct. No. 1001316-5300.
D13. Approval to accept Grant Revenue in the amount of $30,833.00 from the United States Department
of Justice 2005 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Award into Acct. No. 1354000-4740 (Grant
Income) for use by the Police Department for the purchase of Police related equipment and technology.
D14. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security and Ordering the Annexation to
Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 8 for
DRC2002-00264, located on the southwest corner of 6~h Street and Utica Avenue, submitted by 6th &
Utica, LLC, a California Limited Liability Company.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-098
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DRC2002-00264
RESOLUTION NO. 05-099
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 8 FOR DRC2002-00264
D15. Approval of Improvement Agreement and Improvement Securities and Ordering the Annexation to
Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street Light Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for DRC2004-
00145, located on the south side of Arrow Route, east of Utica Avenue, submitted by Public Storage, Inc.
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RESOLUTION NO. 05-100
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITIES FOR DRC2004-
00145
RESOLUTION NO. 05-101
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
AN D 6 FOR DRC2004-00145
D16. Approval of Map, Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security and Ordering the Annexation to
landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 2 for Tract
16554, located at the southwest corner of Hermosa and Base Line Road, submitted by HL Homes
Corporation.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-102
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TRACT MAP NUMBER
16554, IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT
SECURITY
RESOLUTION NO. 05-103
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 1 AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1
AND 2 FOR TRACT MAP 16554
D17. Approval to execute a Professional Services Agreement in the amount of $61,000 to Butsko Utility
Design, Inc. (CO 05-021), for system planning, design and inspection of Marketplace Properties and
Victoria Gardens Southern Parcel within the Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Utility service area, to be
funded $26,900 from Acct. No. 17053035650/1485705, $34,100 from Acct. No. 17053035650/1487705
Municipal Utility Fund.
D18. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Maximus (CO 05-022) in the amount of
$50,200 to provide consulting services related to preparation of an Engineering Division User Fee Study
and an Engineering Division Development Impact Fee Study, to be funded from Acct. No. 10163015300,
and approval of an appropriation of $50,200 to Acct. No. 10013055300.
D19. Approval of Improvement Agreement Extension for Tract 16454-1, located at the southeast corner
of Base Line Road and Etiwanda Avenue, submitted by KB Home Greater Los Angeles, Inc.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-104
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT EXTENSION AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR
TRACT 16454-1
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D20. Approval to accept Improvements, retain the Faithful Performance and Labor and Material Letter of
Credit for six months after acceptance, accept a Maintenance Guarantee Cash Deposit and file a Notice
of Completion for Improvements for DRC2003-00072, located on the east side of Archibald Avenue,
between 4TM and 6th Street, submitted by Calwest Industrial Properties.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-105
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR DRC2003-00072 AND AUTHORIZING THE
FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
D21. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Letter of Credit
as the Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for Improvements for DRCDR00-41, located on
the south side of 6th Street, west of Haven, submitted by Cabot Industrial Properties, L.P.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-106
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR DRCDR00-41 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING
OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
D22. Approval to release the Maintenance Cash Deposit for PM 15278, located on the southwest corner
of Banyan Street and London Avenue, submitted by P.K.T. Properties, LLC.
D23. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Tract 14162, located on the south side of
19th Street at the western City limit, submitted by Promus Investment Network, Inc.
D24. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Tract 14494-1, located on the north side
of Banyan Street, west of Day Creek Boulevard, submitted by US Home Corporation.
D25. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Bonds for Tract 15540, located between Foothill
Boulevard and Arrow Route, east of Baker Avenue, submitted by Van Daele Development Corporation.
D26. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance
Bond and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for Tract 16263, located on the southeast corner
of Base Line Road and EIlena West, submitted by KB Home Greater Los Angeles, Inc.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-107
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 16263 AND AUTHORIZING THE
FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
D27. Approval to accept the Mall On-Site Water and Sewer of Community Facilities District 2003-01,
Contract No. 03-117 as complete, retain the Faithful Performance Bond as a Guarantee Bond, release
the labor and Material Bond, and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve
the final contract amount of $1,395,980.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-108
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE MALL ON-SITE
WATER AND SEWER OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2003-
01, CONTRACT NO. 03-117 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A
NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
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D28. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Bond No. 83 SB 104078528 BCM in the amount of
$35,260.01 for the Banyan Street Widening from Rochester Avenue to 2000' west, Contract No. 03-050.
D29. Approval to accept the Temporary Power Pole and Overhead Wire Installation project, Contract No.
03-077, as complete, approval of a change order in the amount of $62,171.80, to be funded from Acct.
No. 17053035650/1382705-0 from Municipal Utility fund, retain the Faithful Performance Bond as a
Guarantee Bond, release the Labor and Material Bond, and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice of
Completion and approve the final contract amount of $109,036.80.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-109
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE TEMPORARY
POWER POLE AND OVERHEAD WIRE INSTALLATION PROJECT,
CONTRACT NO. 03-077 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A
NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
D30. Approval to accept the Phase 1B(e) of Community Facilities District 2001-01, including landscaping
and amenities on Arbor Lane, Contract No. 04-069 as complete, retain the Faithful Performance Bond as
a Guarantee Bond, release the Labor and Material Bond, and authorize the City Engineer to file a Notice
of Completion and approve the final contract amount of $1,664,586.54.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-110
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PHASE lB(E) OF
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 2001-01, INCLUDING
LANDSCAPING AND AMENITIES ON ARBOR LANE, CONTRACT NO.
04-069 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF
COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
D31. Approval of the Resolutions approving and confirming the Engineer's Report and Setting of Public
Hearing for May 18, 2005, to levy the Annual Assessments for Fiscal Year 2005/2006 for Landscape
Maintenance District Nos. 1,2, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10. NO INCREASE OF ASSESSMENT RATE
IS PROPOSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-111
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, FOR APPROVAL OF CITY ENGINEER'S
REPORT FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1, 2, 3A,
3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 AND 10. NO INCREASE OF ASSESSMENT RATE
PROPOSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-112
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY
AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1, 2, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 AND 10
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2005/2006 PURSUANT TO THE
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972; AND OFFERING A
TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS THERETO
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D32. Approval of the Resolutions approving and confirming the Engineer's Report and Setting of Public
Hearing 1or May 18, 2005, to levy the annual assessments for Fiscal Year 2005/2006 for Street Lighting
Maintenance District Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. NO ~NCREASE OF ASSESSMENT RATE IS
PROPOSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-113
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, FOR APPROVAL OF CITY ENGINEER'S
ANNUAL REPORTS FOR STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT NOS. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 AND 8. NO iNCREASE OF
ASSESSMENT RATE PROPOSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-114
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY
AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN STREET LIGHTING
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NOS. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 AND 8 FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR 2005/2006 PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND
LIGHTING ACT OF 1972; AND OFFERING A TIME AND PLACE FOR
HEARING OBJECTIONS THERETO
D33. Approval of the Resolutions approving and confirming the Engineer's Reports and Setting of Public
Hearing for May 18, 2005, to levy the Annual Assessments of Fiscal Year 2005/2006 for the Park and
Recreation Improvement District (PD-85). NO INCREASE OF ASSESSMENT RATE IS PROPOSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-115
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, FOR APPROVAL OF CITY ENGINEER'S
ANNUAL REPORT FOR PARK AND RECREATION ~MPROVEMENT
DISTRICT (PD-85). NO INCREASE OF ASSESSMENT RATE
PROPOSED.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-116
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
· CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY
AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN PARK AND RECREATION
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (PD-85) FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
2005/2006 PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT
OF 1972; AND OFFERING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING
OBJECTIONS THERETO
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Gutierrez to approve the staff recommendations in the staff
reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
1[ E. CONSENT ORDINANCES II
El. CONSIDERATION OF 2No READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, ADDING CHAPTER 19.20 TO TITLE 19 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA
MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO THE PROTECTION AND REGULATION OF THE CITY's5
MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM (MS4) AS REQUIRED BY STATE AND FEDERAL
LAW
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Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 740.
ORDINANCE NO. 740 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 19.20 TO TITLE 19
OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO
THE PROTECTION AND REGULATION OF THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL
SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM (MS4)
MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Williams to waive full reading and set second reading of
Ordinance No. 740 for the next meeting. Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
II F. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS I
No Items Submitted.
II ~. PUBLIC HEARINGS I
Gl. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA REVISING REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO POSSESSION AND CONSUMPTION OF
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WITHIN CITY PARKS, AND AMENDING TITLE 12 OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, asked that item 12 be considered at this time also and
presented a staff report.
Councilmember Michael asked if there is criteria to deny someone alcohol.
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, stated it would not be by the user, but by the use.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. Addressing the City Council were:
Lynn Christie of the Senior Advisory Committee and a resident of Rancho Cucamonga, stated
she does not drink alcohol. She stated drinking is legal and has been allowed at the current
senior center. She felt if alcohol were allowed, it would generate revenue. She felt the primary
competition for room rental is Etiwanda Gardens. She felt with control, there would not be a
problem for the neighborhoods if alcohol was allowed.
Leslie Grimes agreed with the idea of making sure the person being honored is over the age of
21. She did not think the Etiwanda Gardens owner should worry about this being approved
because she did not feel it would hurt his business. She stated there was nothing wrong with
competition and that she supports this.
John Lyons felt when there is only going to be a toast, champagne should be allowed and that the
other conditions should not apply. He felt nonalcoholic beverages should be served if alcohol is
served.
A lady (did not identify herself) stated she has a problem serving alcohol near her home.
There being no further input, the public hearing was closed.
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MOTION: Moved by Michael to waive full reading and approve Ordinance No. 741.
Councilmember Michael stated he hopes that the City does not get in competition with private industry.
He stated he was concerned about people bringing in their own caterer with their own drinks. He stated
he would like to see a group of caterers approved that could be used by customers that the City can
regulate to meet our expectations. He felt this might be a better way to manage alcohol consumption.
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, stated this was discussed and could be inserted into the
policy.
Mayor Alexander asked if this would be in the policy or the Ordinance.
James Markman, City Attorney, stated it would be in the policy and continued to explain what the
Ordinance does.
Councilmember Michael asked where the City would get the revenue if we cannot charge more than what
we collect.
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, stated it would be from the rental of the building and that
type of thing.
Councilmember Williams stated she agreed with comments made by Councilmember Michael and felt
there should be a list of caterers developed if alcohol is being served. She felt a professional caterer
would assume some of the responsibility if there is a problem.
Councilmember Michael asked if the existing senior center would still be allowing alcohol.
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, explained this Ordinance would allow alcohol in City parks
and that the existing senior center is not in a park.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he went to the neighborhoods around Central Park to talk to them about
this and that it was about a 2 to I ratio of people that did not mind if alcohol is served. He felt the people
in these neighborhoods should be allowed to help the City Council make this decision. He stated he still
does not feel it is right for the public sector to get involved in this type of activity. He wondered if we
should wait until this facility is a little older. He did not know if it was worth the $44,000 it would generate.
He felt the City would do fine without the alcohol.
Councilmember Spagnolo asked if Kevin McArdle has received any comments from other cities that have
had problems serving beer and wine.
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, commented that our existing senior center has not had any
problems because of serving alcohol. He added they received no incident reports from other cities.
Councilmember Spagnolo asked if there would be hard liquor served.
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, stated no that only beer, wine and champagne would be
allowed.
Councilmember Spagnolo stated he would be in favor of the public giving their input on this.
Councilmember Williams stated there could be three separate parties going on at the same time and felt
security would be very important to handle everything. She felt the policy was critical and felt there could
be a lot of problems with this.
Mayor Alexander stated he did not agree that someone with a very small party having to use one of the
City's caterers. He stated we are not talking Margarita Beach or a lounge.
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Councilmember Williams felt the caterer idea is a good one because she did not think it should be left up
to the City staff to deal with someone that has had too much to drink. She felt this was a good way to
meet in the middle. She did not think the $44,000 revenue was that much money considering there is a
$1,000,000 budget for this facility.
Councilmember Michael asked if there will be problems with serving the youth because of having parties
there.
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director, stated no.
Jack Lam, City Manager, stated staff will work on these suggestions for the policy.
Councilmember Michael stated the caterer list is only for those groups that want to serve alcohol. He
stated he does not want to approve the Ordinance unless the policy is approved.
James Markman, City Attorney, stated the policy can come back with the second reading of the
Ordinance.
Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 741.
ORDINANCE NO. 741 (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, REVISING REGULATIONS PERTAINING
TO POSSESSION AND CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES WITHIN CITY PARKS, AND AMENDING TITLE 12 OF
THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Spagnolo to waive full reading and set second reading for
the next meeting and to bring back the policy identified in item 12. Motion carried 4-1 (Gutierrez voted
no).
G2. CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR THE ACQUISITION IN
EMINENT DOMAIN OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES IN CONNECTION
WITH THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS TO AND WIDENING OF BASE LINE ROAD ACROSS A
PORTION OF APN 1100-011-02
Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated since one of the property owners pertaining to this does not understand
this process, he asked that this be continued for one month. He stated the developer has no problems
with the continuance.
James Markman, City Attorney, stated it is suggested to continue this to April 20, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers located at the Civic Center at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-094
A RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY INTERESTS FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES AND
AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION THEREOF IN CONNECTION WITH
THE IMPROVEMENTS TO AND WIDENING OF BASE LINE ROAD
(PORTIONS OF ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER 1100-011-02)
MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Williams to continue the item to April 20, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in
the Counci~ Chambers located at the Civic Center at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga.
Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
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Page 14
H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS
H1. UPDATE ON IMPACTS OF MEASURE ORDINANCE ON CITY TRANSPORTATION FEE
STRUCTURE
A staff report and power point presentation were given by Erica Darplee, Management Analyst I.
Councilmember Spagnolo inquired how much time we have to do this.
Erica Darplee, Management Analyst I, stated we have until November 2006.
Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated the longer this waits, the increase will be pushed out to future
developers. He stated this could be brought back at a near future meeting.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public input. There being no response, public comments were
closed.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Gutierrez to approve staff's recommendation and bring the
Ordinance back at a future meeting. Motion carried unanimously 5-0.
I. COUNCIL BUSINESS
I1. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per Councilmember.)
Councilmember Michael stated the State did provide some funding to the Library and that on April 15 the
hours of operation will increase. He stated the Red Cross helped us through the fires of October 2003
and felt people should help them. He stated if the contract for Nathan Winograd is not on the next
agenda, it is because Mr. Winograd has asked that it come back at the meeting after that.
Councilmember Williams stated the Library will be open on Friday's effective April 15, which is in
conjunction with National Library Week. She added that is also tax day. She stated today at SANBAG it
was noted that the City would receive $954,900 for the electric bike trails. She stated Joe O'Neil has
indicated this would be up and running within one year.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he would like to request communication from CALTRANS with their
schedule or plan for landscaping along the 210 Freeway. He asked for this report to come back as soon
as possible. He stated he would like information on the synchronization of traffic signals on City
streets/thoroughfares, particularly those streets that might have been affected by recent improvements or
public works projects. He mentioned the signal at Rochester where the green light only lasts about four
seconds. He suggested that some of the animal shelter events, such as the pet adoption fares, be held
at the Mall in the plaza area where there is a lot of pedestrian traffic. He stated he would like a report as
soon as possible on what we are going to do to support different departments in the City, particularly fire,
and wanted information on the City's finances. He stated the report should include what is our surplus,
what is the cost of adding a fire station, what would be the cost for the pay raises for the firemen and
information on the pension report and how it affects the bottom line.
12. APPROVAL OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES GOVERNING THE SERVING OF ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES IN THE SENIOR AND COMMUNITY CENTER AT CENTRAL PARK
SEE DISCUSSION UNDER G1 FOR THIS ITEM.
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13. RECONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO OMNITRANS AND SANBAG (Oral)
Mayor Aiexander stated he has been asked by many people why he is not on SANBAG any longer. He
stated in this particular position, there has been years of knowledge and experience in transportation,
funding and construction that have paid huge dividends to this community, the City and the region in the
form of completed projects. He stated there has been a history of positive relations with respected and
influential members of the state and federal governments, other elected officials, as well as members of
key staff. He felt we have earned a lot of respect of being a very fair and loyal voice to the community
and the citizens, not only in Rancho Cucamonga, but the surrounding regions served by agencies such
as SANBAG, SCAG and Metrolink. He stated there has been years of service and education that have
been picked up and that it would not get made up in a month, three or six months or a year. He stated
there has been countless hours walking and talking with people in various communities that are troubled
or concerned to try to help them solve transportation deficiencies. He stated the position of Mayor in
Rancho Cucamonga has been very honored to have chaired the SANBAG Board as well as the Metrolink
agency. He stated he has chaired several committees of SANBAG including Major Projects, Regional
Commuter Rail and the Administration Committee. He stated he has served on the Budget Committee for
Omnitrans, as well as Personnel. He stated the Mayor of this community was a major player and
advocate in planning, financing and successfully passing Measure I, which was transportation legislation
that was very important to the City. He stated we have achieved a tremendous amount of respect in
transportation agencies while serving on local and regional boards. He stated he has spent a lot of time
on weekends, holidays and evenings with people whenever they have wanted to talk. He stated this
includes other elected officials, staff, and technical committees to assure that the City was a recipient of
all available improvements. He stated he has always supported his fellow Councilmembers in their
expressed desire for assignments, from the League of California Cities to LAFCO. He stated he has
invested volumes of time and personal sacrifice to enhance his knowledge and skills and contacts to see
that the people in our City and region are the beneficiary of these efforts. He felt starting from scratch is
not a service to our citizens and our community.
Councilmember Spagnolo stated he came from an organization that looked at tenure and leadership with
respect. He stated he respects what Councilmember Williams brings to LAFCO and stated he feels the
same way about the Mayor's role on SANBAG and Omnitrans. He asked the City Council to reconsider
their vote on this.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public input. Addressing the City Council were:
John Lyons stated he does not agree with this type of politics. He encouraged the City Council to
consider putting tenure back on the committee.
Charlene Arizza stated she has worked for Metrolink for many years and has worked with Mayor
Alexander for many years also. She talked about the Metrolink system and what has taken place
while Mayor Alexander was on the Metrolink Board. She asked that Mayor Alexander be
reconsidered to serve on the Board.
Melanie Ingram stated she is in favor of reconsidering Mayor Alexander to serve on these
committees. She felt it was predetermined and orchestrated when these appointments were
recently done. She felt Mayor Alexander has had an extremely strong voice in SANBAG issues.
She did not feel it is time to change horses in the middle of the stream. She felt it was in the best
interest of the City to reconsider the Mayor to these committees.
Leslie Grimes stated she did not see any good reason to remove the Mayor from SANBAG and
Omnitrans. She asked that the City Council a~low the Mayor to remain in the positions of
SANBAG and Omnitrans.
Nicole Myerchin stated she has heard from the audience what Councilmember Williams did to get
the Mayor off of these committees. She felt Councilmember Williams should shine above the
men and asked the City Council to reconsider the appointments. She felt Councilmember
Gutierrez sets an example with the students. She felt Mayor Alexander has respected the idea
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that Councilmember Williams wanted to be Mayor Pro Tem and voted for her. She stated that
Councilmember Michael stated he likes new ideas but did not feel this should apply because the
Mayor was doing a good job. She asked everyone to reconsider this.
Kelly Heillig asked that the Mayor be reconsidered for these positions and felt this was a political
game the way this was done.
Bill McCliman felt Councilmember Williams was "one heck of a politician." He commented on the
3-2 vote on issues and compared this to Survivor. He hoped Councilmember Michael would
change his vote on this. He stated even though there are not many people here, he does not
hear anyone support the decision that was previously made.
There being no further public input, public comments was closed.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he respects the opinions of people, but stated he sees a lot of
contradictions. He felt Councilmember Williams has a lot of experience and respects that. He stated he
respects the Mayor too. He stated he did not think there is an alliance amongst the Council considering
he just got shot down on the alcohol issue. He stated he values differences. He felt sometimes the
people speaking are strategizing. He felt the whole Council has done work to help with the improvements
that have been made throughout the region. He felt it is positive to rotate the members of these Boards.
He did not feel the City will be hurt by this change.
Councilmember Michael stated there have been many elected officials over the years that have rotated
this position. He stated he looks forward to the City Council all getting along. He stated he felt the voters
in the State like term limits. He stated there was no backroom deal on this vote. He stated he made his
decision based on two people stating they would like to serve on these committees. He stated this is no
game to him and that he sees nothing or no reason why he should change his mind. He felt change is
healthy.
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Spagnolo to reconsider Mayor Alexander for the SANBAG
and Omnitrans positions. Motion failed 2-3 (Gutierrez, Michael and Williams voted no).
14. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY STEVE AND JOAN KNECHT FOR EXTENSION OF TIME IN
RELOCATING DOGS
Councilmember Gutierrez stated the Knecht's could not be present tonight, but felt they needed time to
get rid of all their dogs. He felt their request should be granted.
Councilmember Williams asked if they agreed they would not breed their dogs during this extension of
time.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he did not know.
Councilmember Williams stated she does not have any problems with the twelve months.
Councilmember Michael felt there are eight months left. He stated he cannot support this extension if
they continue to breed their dogs. He felt that should be included in his motion.
Councilmember Spagnolo felt he would like to see the Knecht's here to get clarification.
Mayor Alexander stated he does not understand why the Knecht's cannot be here to defend themselves.
He felt it was time to say they need to quit breaking the law. He read a letter received from Bobbi
Cantwell (which is on file in the City Clerk's office) that could not be present at the meeting who did not
feel the Knecht's should be given the extension. Mayor Alexander stated he would agree to a total of six
months on the extension.
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MOTION: Moved by Gutierrez, seconded by Alexander to grant the Knecht's six months to get rid of their
dogs.
Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public input. Addressing the City Council were:
A lady {did not give her name) did not agree with the six-month extension. She did not feel they
would have any problem getting rid of the dogs.
Nicole Myerchin stated this has been on the agenda for eight months. She stated these are not
pets, they are being treated as a money making machine. She felt this is so sad. She felt this is
not right for the animals. She stated Councilmember Gutierrez is working against the animals.
She asked that they not be given an extension.
Bill McCliman felt Councilmember Gutierrez was disrespectful. He did not feel the Knecht's
should be given an extension.
Leslie Grimes stated she is insulted about the previous comments made about alliances. She
stated she does not feel these people should be able to breed their dogs if they are given an
extension. She felt a year was a long time for an extension. She also stated she would like the
City to see how Claremont handles their alcohol issues at their center.
Brenda (did not give her last name) stated she does not have an alliance with anyone either. She
stated she just loves her dogs.
Kelly Heillig asked if the extension is granted that the dogs be spayed and neutered.
Mayor Alexander stated he was withdrawing his second on the motion.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated he would like to make a motion to allow them six months to get rid of
their dogs, but they would not be allowed to breed their dogs.
Councilmember Williams stated she would like to get a letter from them about this.
James Markman, City Attorney, stated the direction to staff would be to give them three additional
months from the January extension previously given, for the staff to hold up the enfomement, advising the
Knecht's they have three more months with the condition that no breeding occurs. He stated if breeding
does occur, enforcement would be immediate.
MOTION: Moved by Gutierrez, seconded by Gutierrez to grant the Knecht's three additional months with
the condition that no breeding occur, and if breeding does occur, enforcement would be immediate.
Motion carried 4-1 (Alexander voted no).
II J. ADJOURNMENT I
Councilmember Williams stated the Restaurant Grading Ordinance was misrepresented in the
newspaper, which caused misinterpretation by the community who seem to think that now in Rancho
Cucamonga we do not require health inspections. She stated rather than live with that she would like
this brought back at the April 6 meeting.
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MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Alexander to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. The
meeting adjourned at 11:02 p.m.
Res~¢t~ully sul~mitted,
City Clerk
Approved: April 6, 2005