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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005/09/21 - Minutes September 21,2005 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Reqular Meetinq II A. CALL TO ORDER II A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga City Council was held on Wednesday, September 21,2005, 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 7:27 p.m. Present were Councilmembers: Rex Gutlerrez, L. Dennis Michael, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams and Mayor William J. Alexander. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Deputy City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Director; James C. Frost, City Treasurer; Shelly Munson, Information Systems Specialist; Lorraine Phong, Sr. Information Systems Analyst; Ingrid Bruce, GIS/Special Districts Supervisor; Joe O'Neil, City Engineer; Dan Coleman, Acting City Planner; Larry Henderson, Principal Planner; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Dave Moore, Community Services Superintendent; Nettie Nielson, Community Services Superintendent; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III; Captain Pete Ortiz, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department; Chief Peter Bryan, Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Kimberly Thomas, Management Analyst III; Fabian Villenas, Management Analyst II; Shirr'l Griffin, Office Specialist II - City Clerk's Office; and Debra J. Adams, City Clerk. '* * '* '* '* '* II B. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS II B 1. Presentation of Proclamations and Certificates of Recognition to five Little League Divisions for winning their District/Section Championships in Rancho Cucamonga. The proclamation and certificates were presented with the Assistance of Doug Morris, District 21 Area Administrator. B2. Presentation of a Proclamation to the Daughters of the American Revolution in recognition of the 218th anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution. The Proclamation was presented to Helen Baxter, Constitution Week Chairman, and Katrina Downing, Regent, both from the San Antonio Chapter NSDAR. * '* * '* * '* II C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS II C1. Dawn Pendziwiatr brought Murphy the dog to the podium who had his eyes injured and has now had surgery to correct his vision problem. She asked people to help any injured animal they see. She asked people to support HOPE. She stated Murphy needs to be adopted and hoped someone would take him. She thanked Scrubby Puppy and WAGGS for their efforts. She stated she has contacted the County regarding the situation of the people that hurt Murphy, but has not heard back from them. She asked the City Council for their help. City Council Minutes September 21, 2005 Page 2 C2. Pete Kirsch, Holly Street, stated on almost every street off of Carnelian and Archibald there are street signs stating "no trucks over 3,000 tons." He stated you still see large trucks on these streets, and that this regulation is not being enforced. He asked how many vehicles are allowed to be parked at a residence that is a home business. He commented on various homes that he felt were excessive with regards to this regulation. Mayor Alexander stated the Engineering and the Police Departments would contact him as long as he signs in on the sign-in sheet. C3. Jim Moffit, a resident and restaurant owner, stated he sent a letter to the City regarding the restaurant grading system. He stated someone was supposed to respond to him and they have not done this. He commented on the history of how this system was approved by the City Council. He asked Councilmember Williams to come to a meeting being held on October 26 regarding the grading system. C4. Nicole Myerchin felt we need a Vet on staff at the shelter. She corrected that it was the County that has not contacted Dawn Pendziwiatr about Murphy's situation. She commented on the Animal Shelter Director position job description. She read from an email she had obtained from fhe City regarding Mr. Winograd stating the eight years experience should be removed from the job description. She felt the description was not at all what Mr. Winograd had suggested. She felt we should consider hiring a different consultant to hire this person since that position is still yet to be filled. She felt the public should have input on the review of the City Manager and felt it should possibly be an elected position. She felt the Council should request the type of information she has obtained so they can see what is going on. C5. Ed Sanchez, 9869 Estacia, stated he received information from the Planning Department regarding Margarita Beach. He stated he heard they are requesting a continuance for the third time. He did not feel there should be any more delays and this should be addressed as soon as possible. He hoped the continuance would be denied. C6. Eileen Krowl, Valinda Avenue, mentioned the storage facilities that were built at 19th and Haven. She was previously told this project was not going to be built, and now it is completed and she looks out her windows at this. She stated it is creating problems. She continued talking about this project stating she does not feel it is up to code. She also had pictures of this facility, which are on file in the City Cierk's office. C7. David Moshr, Cambridge, asked that Margarita Beach be denied their continuance request. He stated nothing has changed there over the last several months. C8. Bill McCliman stated he had read in the Daily Bulletin that Rialto is going to go with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. He stated the City Council voted to get rid of its Police Department even though the people were against this. He felt any City Council should listen to the people since they represent the community. He asks that the Council listen to the people when they are spoken to by someone from the community. He did not agree that the City should have given $377,000 to the County for attrition costs. He felt there were a lot of things to do with this money rather than what they are doing with it. He stated he has tried to talk to Supervisor Paul Biane not to accept this money and that he has never called him back. He asked the Council to listen to what the people are saying. C9. John Westin, attorney representing Margarita Beach, commented on their appeal to the City Council. He stated he understood the item would be heard on October 5th, but added this date is impossible for them to meet their obligations to their client. He stated he wanted to request a continuance and has done so in writing. He stated since this was not agendized, but he is here in person to request this item be continued to either November 20d or November 16th City Council Minutes September 21,2005 Page 3 C10. A man (who did not identify himself) commented on a fallen hero from the 9-11 disaster. He read a statement from William Spade who thanked the Council for letting him be part of the City's memorial ceremony that occurred this past Sept. 11th. He also thanked the Freedom's Flame Foundation. He supported the Freedom's Flame project and stated he would like some day to have Mr. Spade return to Rancho Cucamonga to show him the completed Freedom's Flame project. He asked the Council to approve the Central Park site for this project to be placed in. He also thanked everybody that was involved in the memorial service. C11. Victoria Sanchez, Estacia Court, asked that the Council deny the continuance of Margarita Beach. She felt it was ridiculous to grant them another continuance. C12. Jim Olson, Estacia Court, said the residents have been dealing with Margarita Beach for many months. He stated they have been doing everything that has been asked of them to try to reconcile this problem. He reported information about incidents that have occurred, and stated how hard it was for him to now get a response from the Sheriffs Department. He felt there were not enough officers on the street. He asked why was this taking so long because this was a black and white issue. He asked the City Council to help them so they don't have to tolerate what is happening. He felt Margarita Beach should abide by the permit. He felt action needed to be taken one way or the other. C13. Vicky Scimae, Pacito Avenue, requested the continuance by Margarita Beach be denied. She stated things are still happening in their neighborhoods that shouldn't be. She stated Mark Davidson had promised things to the neighbors and that has not occurred. She stated the guard has been removed by Mr. Davidson also. She stated he is not monitoring where people park that are going to his business. She felt Mr. Davidson has broken his promise to the neighbors. Jim Markman, City Attorney, stated this was asked to be placed on the agenda after the agenda had already been prepared. He stated if the City Council wants to add it to the agenda, it would need a 4/5 vote. He stated the Council would be adding an item to consider continuing the Margarita Beach matter to a meeting in November. Counciimember Gutierrez felt the owner of Margarita Beach needs more time as stated by their attorney. He stated he did not feel we have ever denied anyone more time if they need it. He did nof see a problem with granting the extension. MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Williams to open this for discussion so the City Council can hear from Mr. Westin why they need the extension. Motion carried unanimously 5-0 to add this matter to the agenda. Mayor Alexander stated he would like to add this as item C2 and be heard now. Addressing the City Council were: Mr. Westin stated the record in this case has a lot of information for them to go through to be ready for this case. He stated his job is to obtain the facts, solve problems and represent his client. He stated they are almost ready for this case to try to find a solution to make everybody happy. He stated all materials that are going to be submitted to the Council, must be submitted to the staff ten days prior to the meeting it will be heard at. He stated based on this, they would need to submit any information to the staff the day after tomorrow. He stated he cannot represent his client based on this deadline and cannot provide the appropriate information to the City Council based on this deadline. He stated there has not been any continuance on this matter and this is the first request they have made. He stated they would like to get information from the complainants and have a discussion with them to resolve their issues with Margarita Beach, and added they are planning to meeting with the neighbors on October 1 'to He stated notices will be going out tomorrow and Friday. He asked the Council to allow them the opportunity to get prepared for this hearing so it is handled fairly and constitutionally. He stated they need until at least November 2,d or that November 16th is even a better date. City Council Minutes September 21,2005 Page 4 Bill McCliman felt the solution would be for people to have a pass if they want to park on a neighborhood street, and then it would prevent the Margarita Beach patrons from damaging the neighborhoods. Councilmember Gutierrez stated he sticks to what he said before and felt it was fair to grant the extension to Margarita Beach until November. Councilmember Michael stated he would appreciate as much accurate information as possible before a decision is made. He felt the issues by the residents need to be solved now by Margarita Beach. He stated he is inclined to grant the continuance. Counciimember Williams stated she agreed and felt a continuance should be granted. Councilmember Spagnolo felt the City Council was in a dilemma. He stated nothing has been done by Margarita Beach to make things right. He stated he cannot go along with an extension. Councilmember Williams stated she feels the same dilemma, and felt Margarita Beach should be doing everything possible to take care of the problems now instead of waiting until the hearing. MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Williams to continue the matter to the November 2"d meeting, and redirect staff to make the proper notifications for this. Motion carried 3-2 (Alexander, Spagnolo voted no). * * * * * * II D. CONSENT CALENDAR D1. Approval of Minutes: June 8,2005 (Joint Mtg.) D2. Approval of Warrants, Register August 31 through September 13, 2005, and Payroll ending September 13, 2005 for the total amount of $2,377,181.86. D3. Approve to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of August 31,2005. D4. Approval of a donation of a parlor grand piano for the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center and the appropriation and authorization of funds not to exceed $7,500 for its refurbishment, to be funded from Acct. No. 2650-801-5300/1357-6322. D5. Approval to appropriate $5,000.00 to compiete materials testing for the Emergency Erosion Control Projects from the General Fund to Acct. NO.1 001307-5650/1501 001-0. D6. Approval of Parks, Recreation Facilities and Community Services Update. D7. Approval of a Resolution authorizing the destruction of City records pursuant to California Government Code Section 34090, the City's Records Retention Schedule, and other applicable legal citations. RESOLUTION NO. 05-267 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF CITY RECORDS WHICH ARE NO LONGER REQUIRED AS SET FORTH IN CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 34090 AND OTHER APPLICABLE LEGAL REFERENCES City Council Minutes September 21, 2005 Page 5 D8. Approval of Parcel Maps 15699-1 and 15699, located north of the extension of Day Creek Boulevard and west of Etiwanda Avenue, submitted by JTY Investment LLC. RESOLUTION NO. 05-268 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PARCEL MAP NUMBERS 15699-1 AND 15699 D9. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security, Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 2 for DRC2001-00439, located at the southeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and Calle del Prado, submitted by Lifeway Church, a California nonprofit religious corporation. RESOLUTION NO. 05-269 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DRC2001-00439 RESOLUTION NO. 05-270 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 DRC2001-00439 D10. Approval of Improvement Agreement, Improvement Securities, Monumentation Cash Deposit and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 2 for Tract 16311, located at the southeast corner of Hellman Avenue and 6th Street, submitted by Crestwood Corporation. RESOLUTION NO. 05-271 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT, IMPROVEMENT SECURITIES AND MONUMENTATION CASH DEPOSIT FOR TRACT 16311 RESOLUTION NO. 05-272 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 16311 D11. Approval of Map, Improvement Agreement, Improvement Security and Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District 3B and Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for Tract 17277, located on the east side of Archibald Avenue north of 6th Street, submitted by G & L Commercial. RESOLUTION NO. 05-273 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TRACT MAP NUMBER 17277, IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY City Council Minutes September 21,2005 Page 6 RESOLUTION NO. 05-274 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 TRACT NO. 17277 D12. Approval of a Contract Amendment (CO 03-090) adjusting the hourly rate for inspection services provided by Associated Engineers, Inc. D13. Approval to enter into a Professional Services Agreement (CO 05-089) with BD Systems to provide contract staffing services for GIS assistance in the preparation of maps, fire run books, block plans and other GIS work as needed, to be funded by Acct. Nos. 1016301-5300 ($52,000); 1154303-5300 ($28,000); and 3281501-5300 ($10,000). D14. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract in the amount of $197,133.00 to the apparent low bidder, steiny and Company, Inc. (CO 05-090), and authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $19,713.30 for the Etiwanda Avenue at Church Street Traffic Signal Improvements, to be funded from CFD 2001-01 funds, Acct. No. 16123035650/1442612-0 and appropriate $241,846.30 (contract award of $197,133.00 plus 10% contingency in the amount of $19,713.30 plus construction soils and materials testing in the amount of $10,000.00 plus construction survey in the amount of $15,000.00) to Acct. No. 16123903565011442612-0 from CFD 2001-01 fund balance. D15. Approvai to release Maintenance Guarantee Bonds for DR 98-10 (TR 13316), located on the east side of Archibald Avenue and Carrari Street, submitted by Barratt American, Inc. D16. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for PM 15966 (DRC2002-00845) iocated at the northeast corner of White Oak and Elm Avenues, submitted by Rancho Oaks, LL. RESOLUTION NO. 05-275 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR PM 15966 (DRC2002-00845) AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK D17. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance Bond, and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for TR 16332, located on the north side of Hillside Road, east of Hermosa Avenue, submitted by Stonebridge Rancho Cucamonga, LLC. RESOLUTION NO. 05-276 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR TR 16332 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK D18. Approval to release the Faithful Performance Bond No. 08658633 in the amount of $243,432.00 for the Local Street Pavement Reconstruction north of 19th Street and east of Haven Avenue, Contract No. 04-018. D19. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond No. 8738461 in the amount of $29,111.83 for the Grove Avenue Pavement Rehabiiitation Improvements from Arrow Route to Foothill Boulevard, Contract No. 04-026. City Council Minutes September 21, 2005 Page 7 D20. Approval to accept the Sapphire Street Pavement Rehabilitation from 19th Street to Banyan Street, Contract No. 05-033 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 $151,192.88. RESOLUTION NO. 05-277 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE SAPPHIRE STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM 19TH STREET TO BANYAN STREET, CONTRACT NO. 05-033 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK 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. ****.* E. CONSENT ORDINANCES No items submitted. * * * '* '* * ****** A recess was taken at 9:01 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 9:06 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. -**** ~ F. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS I) F1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC2003-01144 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to amend Section 17.16.030 use regulations to allow public storage facilities, including outdoor RV parking, in the Utility Corridor District. Related files: Conditional Use Permit DRC2003-01130 and Preliminary Review DRC2002-00704. Staff has prepared a Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration. (CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 17, 2005) MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING DRC2005-00078 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGAlSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON Consideration of a Memorandum of Understanding for the use of Southern California Edison Utility Corridors for recreational trail use and some commercial/industrial uses in selected areas as allowed by the General Plan. (CONTIN'UED FROM AUGUST 17, 2005) A staff report was presented by Larry Henderson, Principal Planner. Councilmember Gutierrez asked what the use of this property was before it was requested to be changed. He felt the plan of the City seems to be changing a lot. The Council asked staff questions about the property and this project. Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public hearing. Addressing the City Council were: City Council Minutes September 21,2005 Page 8 Neil Derry, Southern California Edison, stated they have nothing to add to the report, and asked for the Council's approval. Michael Orduno, Southern California, provided some information about the property for the City Council. Mayor Alexander felt Edison has addressed a lot of the people's concerns and has made progress. Councilmember Williams asked if the MOU were not approved, would they have to start all over again. Mr. Orduno stated yes they would have to re-evaluate again, but hoped that wouldn't happen. Mark Voss, 12184 Saxon Drive, stated the neighbors feel this is sort of a betrayal. He stated there is already another mini storage very close by. He asked the Council to say no to the mini storage north of Base Line. He stated he had a petition, which is on file in the City Clerk's office, and asked that it be put info the public record. He asked everyone in opposition to this to stand and show their signs of opposition. (the audience stood that opposed this) A man, who did not identify himself, referred to pictures previously shown by Eileen Crowl that were of another storage facility on 19th and Haven. He referred to the values of the City and said all he hears about is what is good for Edison and not what the people want. He asked the Council to represent the people and do what they want. He stated this is not an appropriate place for a storage facility and that it should be down below. He hoped the Council would make fhe right decision and represent the residents of the community. Robert Aguilar, 12166 Saxon Drive, displayed photos that showed the property and its relation to the existing homes and surroundings. He reported on the availability at other storage facilities. He asked that the City please look into other locations for this project. He asked that the Council consider what the residents want instead of helping Edison. He felt this project should go south of Foothill. Eileen Crowl, resident since 1984, felt changing the code is a bad idea and did not feel it should be changed for this project. She displayed photos of the surrounding area, which are on file in the City Clerk's office. She asked that the code not be changed again. Chris Henry stated before he moved here he went to City Hall to find out what was going to be built around this area. He felt the fire station near his house would disrupt his quality of life. He stated now he hears there is going to be storage facilities near him. He said they are ugly and he did not want them. He stated he would rather there be a nursery near him than this storage facility. He felt they need a park in this area, not a storage facility. He asked the Council to vote this down. He stated there are already 17 storage facilities in Rancho Cucamonga and many others in surrounding cities. Donald Bornamann, resident, taxpayer and constituent of the City, did not understand why Edison needs this particular parcel of land for this project. He felt the City Council should have more concern for the residents. He wondered what the PUC would think about what they are doing. He asked what the residents could do to appeal this if it is approved. Raul Gouda, 12175 Saxon Drive, stated he usually takes his dog for a walk on this property. He showed pictures of the wall around the back of his house. Mayor Alexander asked whose responsibility it is to take graffiti off of the wall that was referenced earlier. Joe O'Neil, City Engineer, stated it is the homeowner's responsibility. Mr. Gouda stated he just wants to protect his neighborhood. City Council Minutes September 21, 2005 Page 9 Ken Lawrence stated he does not want this built and did not think there should be the amendment to allow this. Moraina Hoque did not feel the codes should be changed. She did not want to have to come to the Council again and tell them the consequences it has caused. Kathleen Munson stated she has not heard any of the Councilmembers asking for this to be near their home. She stated all these people have come to this meeting to be heard. She stated all of the people have put everything into their homes. She stated she would like to see more park land in the City. Jerry Guarracino, Avon Court, stated he knows the details of this specific plan. He stated he is willing to live with the fire station near him, but does not want the storage facility near him. He encouraged the City Council to stick with their original plan. Paul Akamnonu, a resident of the City and an engineer for the City of Los Angeles, did not know why there should be a storage facility at this location. He stated there is already a storage facility in this area. He said they can deal with the fire station, but not the storage facility. Josh Duke stated he has invested $775,000 in his home. He said he was told when he bought his house there would be a horse trail and a park for this property, and now there is a storage facility. He was not in favor of this project. Darrin Dodris, Avon Court, stated he had checked into putting his car dealership in Rancho Cucamonga and was told the zoning could not be changed to accommodate his car dealership. He stated because of that, he has had to go to Holt and Euclid for his business. He felt this could be setting a precedent if this is approved. He did not think the Council would want this near their home anymore than he does. Deb Dearinner, Avon Court, stated she will not be looking at any trees and stated she is concerned about changing the zoning for this. She stated they are already dealing with graffiti, and felt it would be worse if this goes in. She stated this could be very costly since she is responsible for buying the paint to get rid of it. She stated she did not move here to live by an industrial area. AI Case, Saxon Drive, stated he has a little experience with these from a previous home he had. He did not want this project to go in. Manuel Avenue, Saxon Drive, felt Edison wants to do this because they can make money at it. He said all of these people are speaking from their hearts, and they do not want this storage facility. He stated this is important to them and their children. There being no further input, the public hearing was closed. ORDINANCE NO. 746 (first reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC2003-01144, A REQUEST TO AMEND SECTION 17.16.030 USE REGULATIONS TO ALLOW PUBLIC STORAGE FACILITIES, INCLUDING OUTDOOR RV PARKING, IN LIMITED LOCATIONS OF THE UTILITY CORRIDOR DISTRICT, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF MOTION: Moved by Williams to deny this project. City Council Minutes September 21, 2005 Page 10 Councilmember Gutierrez showed pictures of the storage facility on 19th and Haven. He fell community meetings with the developer should be recorded. He did not think the code should be changed. He felt the Council should say no to this project. He fell the integrity of residential areas should be protected. Councilmember Williams reminded Edison and everyone else that these types of facilities can go in another area. She felt the City should do a survey to see if we have enough storage facilities in our community. Motion seconded by Michael, who stated he has been out to this area. He stated people were notified when the fire station went in. He stated he came here tonight thinking he would support the storage facility, but later thought how he would feel about this being near his home. He fell there are better locations for this facility. He stated the Etiwanda and Victoria Specific Plans both have plans for storage facilities. He felt we should rethink where we put these. He stated he is disappointed with the Aim All Storage building, and felt Building & Safety should get on this right away. He stated he couldn't support this facility at this location. Councilmember Spagnolo stated he does not have a lot of open space near his home any more either. He said the storage facility at 19th and Haven needs something done about it. He stated graffiti is a problem that everyone should be diligent about. He stated it does not matter whose side of the wall it is on, that it needs to be cleaned up. He stated he felt the fire station is needed up there and supports this. He stated the open space that is there isn't guaranteed forever. He stated he would not want this in his backyard either. Mayor Alexander stated everybody knew about the light rail that was going in. He stated he isn't going to vote for this project. He felt everybody made a great presentation and that the Council did listen to them. Motion carried unanimously 5-0 to deny the project. ****** II G. PUBLIC HEARINGS I] No items submitted. 11 11 * * * 11 II H. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REpORTS II H1. CONSIDERATION OF LANDMARK DESIGNATIONS DRC-2005-00777 AND DRC-2005-00776 CHRIS NICHOLS A recommendation to initiate Historic Landmark Designations for 9532 Roberd's Ct. for the originai Roberd's House, located at 9532 Roberd's Cl., and 7201 Amethyst Sl., the Nazarene Church (second Roberd's House), located at 7201 Amethyst St. as Designated Local Landmarks - APN: 202-161-05 & APN: 202-161-04. Councilmember Williams stated she would abstain from voting on this item and left the room at 10:48 p.m. A staff report was presented by Larry Henderson, Principal Planner. Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public input. Addressing the City Council were: Chris Nichols stated she rents at this location. She stated she is an advocate for an old town Alta Loma and wants to do what she can to keep this from being destroyed. She felt it adds value to the area. She felt historical things are important to the City. City Council Minutes September 21, 2005 Page 11 Ken Wilson, 9548 Roberds, hoped that it would not be landmark status so he could do whatever he wanted to with the property. He was not in favor of this designation. Robert Bathish, owner of 7201 Amethyst, stated they had purchased the property from Mrs. Roberds. He stated it was their intent to improve this property, but later felt it was going to cost too much for what the property was worth. He stated he strongly opposes this proposed designation. There being no further input, public comments were closed. MOTION: Moved by Michael seconded by Spagnolo to approve the landmark designation. Motion carried 3-1-0-1 (Alexander voted no, Williams abstained). ******** Councilmember Williams returned to the meeting at 11 :08 p.m. ******** H2. CONSIDERATION OF THE ISSUANCE OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2000-03 (RANCHO SUMMIT) 2005 SPECIAL TAX BONDS AND APPROVAL OF THE FORMS OF THE FISCAL AGENT AGREEMENT. BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT. PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND OTHER TRANSACTIONAL DOCUMENTS. A staff report was presented by Ingrid Bruce, GIS/Special Districts Manager. RESOLUTION NO. 05-278 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2000-03 (RANCHO SUMMIT), AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL TAX BONDS OF THE DISTRICT, APPROVING THE FORM OF FISCAL AGENT AGREEMENT, BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT, PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND OTHER DOCUMENTS AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Williams to approve Resolution No. 05-278. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. .*...* II I. COUNCIL BUSINESS II 11. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per Councilmember.) No comments were made. 12. CONSIDERATION OF ALTERNATIVES REGARDING THE POTENTIAL HOSTING OF THE FREEDOM'S FLAME MEMORIAL AT CENTRAL PARK (CONTINUED FROM JULY 6, 2005) A staff report was presented by Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director. Mayor Alexander opened the meeting for public input. Addressing the City Council was: City Council Minutes September 21,2005 Page 12 Dennis Stout talked about a possible memorial at Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and stated that City is considering a donation of $10 million. He felt this project is very important. He stated the Chamber of Commerce and many others have endorsed this. He felt it is important for the City to get national recognition for this type of a monument. He felt it would help them in their efforts if this is approved by the City Council. He also added the architect for this project has recommended this site to him. Councilmember Spagnolo stated there is no doubt where his heart lies with this project since he was a fireman himself. He felt the design of this depicts truly what happened at the World Trade Center. He felt this is an opportunity to show this community what Rancho Cucamonga is about. He felt this is very significant and that you cannot put a price tag on this. He stated he would like to see this approved as recommended by the Freedom's Fiame Foundation. Concilmember Gutierrez asked what would happen if the commitment for this project no longer existed after several years, would there be the ability to alter this plan. Mayor Alexander said nothing is irrevocable and a motion could be made to change this. He stated it would not be bound by law. Councilmember Michael stated if this doesn't succeed, something else could go in at that site. He asked if Mr. Stout was going to get other elected officials supporting this project. Dennis Stout said if the City approves this, he would talk to legislators to see how they can help. He hoped that sponsors could also help build this. Councilmember Michael said he does have a concern about who would maintain this. He stated he is also concerned that Central Park turn from a community park to a regional park. He stated he would support this recommendation and felt it should have a Resolution to confirm this. He felt the Park and Recreation Commission should also look at this site. He felt there should be restrictions on the size of the sign also. Councilmember Williams asked about the size of the sign and did not want it to take over the park. Dennis Stout stated he was thinking about a 4 x 8 sign. Councilmember Williams stated she remembers there being a Veteran's memorial at this park, and did not want that forgotten. She stated there are still Veterans waiting for this to happen. She did not want the Veterans offended. MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Gutierrez to approve staffs alternative recommendation Number 1 and that a Resolution be drafted to come back at the next meeting. Motion carried unanimously 5-0, and to include Councilmember Michael's recommendation for the Park and Recreation Commission to review this. ****** I J. ADJOURNMENT II MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Williams to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 11: 39 p.m. in memory of Eddie Cortez, Mayor of Pomona. Respectfully submitted, Approved: . Debra J. Adams, CMC, City Clerk