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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008/03/19 - MinutesMarch 19, 2008 RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT AND CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION MINUTES A. CALL TO ORDER The Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District and City Council held a closed session on Wednesday, March 19, 2008, 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 PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth, M.D. Present were Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams, Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael, and PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth, M.D. Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services; and Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Director. B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S) PresidenUMayor Kurth announced the closed session item: B1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING EXISTING LITIGATION PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A) -STEVE KILMER V CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA & STEVE TAYLOR; CASE NUMBER RCV 074142 -City/Fire C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION;ITEM(S) No one was present to comment on the closed session item. ~~ D. CONDUCT OF CLOSED SESSION ~~ Closed session began at 5:35 p.m. E. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS F. RECESS The closed session adjourned at 6:50 p.m. with no action taken. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 2 G. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, and City Council was held on Wednesday, March 19, 2008, in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth, M.D. called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m. Present were Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams, Vice ChairmanNice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael, and Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth, M.D. Also present were: Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager; James Markman, Legal Counsel/City Attorney; Fabian Villenas, Principal Management Analyst; Erika Lewis-Huntley, Management Analyst II; James C. Frost, City Treasurer; John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services; Lorraine Phong, Sr. Information Services Analyst; Mike Toy, Information Services Specialist I; Mahdi Aluzri, Deputy City Manager/Community DevelopmenUlnterim City Engineer; Jon Gillespie, Traffic Engineer; James Troyer, Planning Director; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Dave Moore, Community Services Superintendent; Nettie Nielsen, Community Services Superintendent; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III; Deborah Clark, Library Director; Lieutenant Don Yoder, Crime Analyst Ronda Maher and Administrative Secretary Debbie Cabana, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department; Chief Peter Bryan, Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District; Kathryn L. Scott, Assistant City Clerk; Shirr'I Griffin, Deputy City Clerk; and Debra J. Adams, Assistant Secretary/Secretary/City Clerk. H. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS H1. Presentation of a Proclamations to Carmen Moreno and Eunice Hill in recognition of their being named the 2007/08 Outstanding School Crossing Guards of the Year. The Mayor and City Council presented the Proclamation to Carmen Moreno (Eunice Hill was not present) assisted by Judy Homstad, R.C. Area Supervisor, All City Management. Carmen Moreno stated her goal is the safety of the kids. Judy Homstad, All City Management, talked about the dedication of both Ms. Moreno and Ms. Hill. H2. Presentation for the House Raffle Committee in recognition of their work to support the PAL Campaign and Certificates of Achievement for the Members of the Raffle Team. The certificates were presented to those involved with the PAL Campaign and Raffle Team. Tony Mize stated they have raised almost $500,000 to go towards the Cultural Center. A Proclamation, read by Councilmember Williams, was also presented to Susan Gray. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 3 I. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS 11. Terry Masl spoke to the Council about homeless people and the tent city located in Ontario. He stated there are about 40 - 50 people in Ontario that have ties to Rancho Cucamonga. He mentioned the low to moderate income housing in Rancho Cucamonga and stated he is volunteering to be the liaison between Rancho Cucamonga and Ontario. He said there needs to be a place these people can stay. He felt there were about 150 homeless in our City. He felt Ontario is setting the bar to help these people. He stated he wasn't aware of Rancho Cucamonga spending any money for this cause. He was hoping our City would establish a tent city to help people. He thought there was legislation that if it is identified there are over 100 homeless in your city, you must provide shelter for them. He didn't think the homeless would go away and hoped the City will work with him to assist the homeless in Rancho Cucamonga. 12. Stephen Yang wanted to invite everyone to their Critical Mass bicycle ride to show that bikes, cars, motorcycles can all ride together on the streets. He stated the event is Friday starting at REI on Foothill at about 7:00 a.m. for about 14 miles. He stated this occurs the 3rd Friday of every month at REI. He asked the participants to have proper equipment to be safe and that people obey the traffic laws. 13. John Lyons wanted to make sure there is a commitment from the Council there will be a public hearing before the homeless are located in the City. He felt this could be a major public safety issue and felt everyone needs to work on this as a team. He hoped everyone will shop and eat in RC. He mentioned riding his bike on the trail. He mentioned an event that Sacred Heart Church had last weekend. He stated he bought tickets for Tony Orlando which will be held in Rancho Cucamonga. He mentioned the efforts of the PAL Campaign and wished there would be two raffles every year. 14. Debbie Crow, A Safe Ride Home, was speaking for Justin Plummer who lost his life due to a drunk driver. She stated their organization has raised money and has been giving numerous rides home to those who have been drinking. She hoped the Council would support their cause. She also mentioned their Bingo event to raise money. She stated the number for a safe ride home is (800) 305-taxi which is connected to Yellow Cab or they can be contacted at www.forasaferidehome.com . 15. Jim Frost mentioned an FA86 that had crashed in Rancho Cucamonga years ago. He talked about the Run for the Wall event to start May 14. J. AGENCY/FIRE BOARD/COUNCIL RESPONSES TO PUBLIC COMMENTS Councilmember Spagnolo talked about the new cell phone legislation to go into affect on July 1, 2008. He thanked Jim Frost for keeping the memory alive of the Viet Nam Vets. Councilmember Gutierrez mentioned the Run for the Wall event to occur on May 14 with all the motorcycles riding to Washington, D.C. He hoped the public will support this event. He encouraged people to support "For a Safe Ride Home," and hoped his colleagues will support it too. He didn't think the homeless in the City were as visible as they are in some cities. He stated the City is committed to helping these people, but added we will not have a tent city in Rancho Cucamonga. Mayor Pro Tem Michael stated Rancho Cucamonga is committed to addressing housing and all income levels in the City, and stated homelessness is a regional problem. He stated this is a very complex matter and will take a lot of forethought to resolve this issue. He talked about "For a Safe Ride Home" that was brought up before the Council a year ago and stated he takes his hat off to these people for their efforts and commitment. He felt their efforts will make our City safer. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 4 Councilmember Williams stated our City takes the homeless issue seriously. She stated our Mayor is involved in a regional group about this issue and hoped to hear more about their efforts. She mentioned the bike ride that was mentioned earlier, and talked about all the people that continue to use the trail. She stated on May 10 there will be the 3rd Annual Rancho Cucamonga Bicycle Ride to start at Central Park at 8:00 in the morning. Mayor Kurth stated the homeless issue is dear to his heart. He stated Rancho Cucamonga has no intention of having a tent city, but wants to work towards a solution to resolving this problem. He felt the Mayor of Ontario has tried very hard to help these people. He felt the homeless issue should be handled on a regional basis, and stated the Homeless Summit he is involved in is working towards a solution to this matter. He stated he also volunteers for an organization that tries to help people that are released from jail. He stated he loves the Critical Mass group and what they are doing. He felt "For a Safe Ride Home" was a good program. He also supports the efforts of Jim Frost. He felt everyone should support our veterans when they come home. ,.... K. CONSENT CALENDAR -REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY K1. Approval of Minutes: February 20, 2008 (regular meeting) K2. Approval of Check Register dated February 27 through March 11, 2008, for the total amount of $811,917.48. K3. Approve to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of February 29, 2008. K4. Approval to accept the Stadium Outfield Fence Replacement Project, Contract No. RA 08-003 as complete, release the bonds, accept a Maintenance Bond, and authorize the Acting Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final contract amount of $54,105.45. RESOLUTION NO. RA 08-004 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE STADIUM OUTFIELD FENCE REPLACEMENT PROJECT, CONTRACT NO. RA 08-003 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORKS MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Spagnolo to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Moticn carried unanimously 5-0. ~~' L. CONSENT CALENDAR -FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ~~ L5. Approval of Minutes: February 20, 2008 (regular meeting) L8. Approval of Check Register dated February 27 through March 11, 2008, for the total amount of $103,320.80. L7. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of February 29, 2008. L8. Approval to adopt a boundary map showing Parcel Number 0201-043-45 (Douglas & Linda Andresen), 9991 Snowdrop Rd., to be annexed into CFD 88-1. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 5 RESOLUTION NO. FD 08-009 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1, ADOPTING A BOUNDARY MAP SHOWING PROPERTY TO BE ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1 L9. Approval to adopt a Resolution of Intention to Annex Territory referred to as Annexation No. 88- 08-1 (APN: 0201-043-45, Douglas & Linda Andresen), into Community Facilities District No. 88-1, specifying facilities and services provided, to set and specify the special taxes to be levied within the annexation and set a time and place for a public hearing related to the annexation. RESOLUTION NO. FD OS-010 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO AUTHORIZE THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1 MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. M. CONSENT CALENDAR -CITY COUNCIL. M10. Approval of Minutes: February 20, 2008 (regular meeting) M11. Approval of Check Register dated February 27 through March 11, 2008, and payroll ending March 11, 2008, for the total amount of $3,734,849.46.. M12. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of February 29, 2008. M13. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the Citywide Street Name Sign Replacement, Phase 6, to be funded from Acct. No. 1025001-5300, as approved in the FY 2007/08 budget. RESOLUTION NO. 08-058 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CITYWIDE STREET NAME SIGN REPLACEMENT, PHASE 6, AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS M14. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the Construction of Traffic Signal Interconnection System at 23 Locations, to be funded from Transportation Funds, Acct. Nos. 1 1 24 303-56 50/1 5 821 2 4-0, 1 1 24303-565 0/1 5 91 1 24-0, 1 1 24 303-5650/1 5 92 1 24-0. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 6 RESOLUTION NO. OS-059 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL INTERCONNECTION SYSTEM AT 23 LOCATIONS IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS M15. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the FY 07/08 Local Street Pavement Rehabilitation -Overlay of Various Streets, to be funded from Measure "I" Funds, Acct. No. 1176303-5650/10922176 and Prop. 42 Funds, Acct. No. 1190303-5650/1022190. RESOLUTION NO. 08-060 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE FY 2007/2008 LOCAL STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION -OVERLAY OF VARIOUS STREETS IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS M16. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids' for the Metrolink Railing Re- paint Project, to be funded from Landscape Maintenance District 3B Funds, Acct. No. 1133303-5304. RESOLUTION NO. 08-061 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE METROLINK RAILING RE-PAINT PROJECT IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS M17. Approval of a request from "4 A Safe Ride Home" organization for the waiver of Central Park room rental fees for a fundraising event to be held on April 6, 2008. M18. Approval of a recommendation by the Park and Recreation Commission to rename the Arrow Route Center. M19. Approval of a recommendation by the Park and Recreation Commission to implement a Non- profit Organization Facility Use Eligibility Policy. M20. Approval of Community Services Update Report. M21. Approval of a Request from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) for a Waiver of Rental Fees for use of the Epicenter Special Event Area on Friday, May 9th and Saturday May 10th, 2008, to conduct their Electric Lawn Mower Exchange Event. M22. Approval of a request from the Friends of the Pacific Electric Trail for use of City equipment and marketing support for their Bike-A-Thon to be held May 10, 2008. M23. Approval of the Resolutions approving and confirming the Engineer's Reports and setting of public hearing for May 21, 2008, to levy the annual assessments for Fiscal Year 2008/2009 for the Park and Recreation Improvement District (PD-85). No increase of assessment rate is proposed. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 7 RESOLUTION NO. 08-062 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 IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (PD-85). NO INCREASE OF ASSESSMENT RATE PROPOSED. RESOLUTION NO. OS-063 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 2008/2009 PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972; AND OFFERING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS THERETO M24. Approval of the Resolutions approving and confirming the Engineer's Report and setting of public hearing for May 21, 2008, to levy the annual assessments for Fiscal Year 2008/2009 for Street Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. No increase of assessment rate is proposed. RESOLUTION NO. OS-064 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. OS-065 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 2008/2009 PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972; AND OFFERING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS THERETO M25. Approval of the Resolutions approving and confirming the Engineer's Report and setting of public hearing for May 21, 2008, to levy the annual assessments for Fiscal Year 2008/2009 for Landscape Maintenance District Nos. 1, 2, 3A, 36, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10. No increase of assessment rate is proposed. RESOLUTION NO. OS-066 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. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 8 RESOLUTION NO. OS-067 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, 36, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 AND 10 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2008/2009 PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972; AND OFFERING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS THERETO M26. Approval of an Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement (DRA-37) for storm drain improvements for Parcel Map 16141, located south of 9'h Street, east of Madrone Avenue, submitted by HC Vineyard, LLC. RESOLUTION NO. 08-068 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT (DRA-37) FOR STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS FROM HC VINEYARD, LLC M27. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract in the amount of $3,135,980.00 to the apparent low bidder, Mike Bubalo Construction Company, Inc. (CO 08- 024), and authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $313,598.00 for the Beryl Street Storm Drain Improvements and Pavement Rehabilitation from Alta Loma Drive to Sunflower Street, to be funded from Drainage Funds, Acct. No. 1 1 1 2 30 3-5650/1 50 51 1 2-0 and Measure "I" Funds, Acct. No. 1 1 76303-5 650/1 5 051 76-0. M28. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with KOA Corporation (CO 08-025) to provide engineering services for the design of traffic signals at four locations and the design of signal synchronization system and coordination timing at twelve intersections in the City of Rancho Cucamonga, to be funded from Transportation Funds, Acct. Numbers: 1124303-5650/1042124-0, 1124303- 5650/1624124-0, 1124303-5650/1625124-0, 1124303-5650/1626124-0, and 1124303-5650/1643124-0, and approve an appropriation in the amount of $64,000.00 to Acct. No. 1124303-5650/1632124-0. M29. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract in the amount of $83,243.00 to the apparent low bidder, Wheeler Paving, Inc. (CO 08-026), and authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $8,324.30 for the Jasper StreeUOrchard Street Sidewalk Improvements (around Stork Elementary School), tc be funded from Beautification Funds, Acct. N 0.1 1 1 031 6-5 650/1 661 1 1 0-0. M30. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Cash Deposit for DRC2005-00086, located at 9300 Santa Anita Avenue, north of 4'h Street, submitted by Trico TCH, Ltd. M31. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Bond for DRC2003-00869, located at the southwest corner of Haven Avenue and 6'" Street, submitted by Oltmans Construction Co. M32. Approval to release the Maintenance Cash Deposit for Parcel Map 16167, located on the southeast corner of Vineyard Avenue and 9'h Street, submitted by On Vineyard, LLC. MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Gutierrez to approve the staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 9 N. CONSENT ORDINANCES N1. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AMENDMENT DRC2006-00634 -RANCHO WORKFORCE HOUSING - A request to amend the Development District from Community Commercial (CC), Foothill Boulevard District, Sub area 3, to Mixed Use (MU) for approximately 17 acres of land, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard between Center Avenue and Hermosa Avenue -APN: 1077-601-02, 03, 04, 05, O6, 11, 13, and 14. Related Files: General Plan Amendment DRC2006-00635, Development Review DRC2006-00633, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2006-00636. An Environmental Impact Report has been prepared for certification. This item and the Environmental Impact Report will be considered by the City Council for final action. ORDINANCE NO. 790 (second reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE RANCHO WORKFORCE HOUSING PROJECT, AND ADOPTING FINDINGS OF FACT PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT, AND APPROVING DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AMENDMENT DRC2006-00634, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS MAP FROM COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC) FOOTHILL BOULEVARD DISTRICT (SUBAREA 3) TO MIXED USE (MU) FOOTHILL BOULEVARD DISTRICT (SUBAREA 3) FOR 17 ACRES OF LAND, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD BETWEEN CENTER AVENUE AND HERMOSA AVENUE, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF -APN: 1077-601-02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 11, 13, AND 14 Debra J. Adams, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance No. 790. MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Williams to waive full reading and approve Ordinance No. 790. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. O. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS 01. PRESENTATION AND CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION REGARDING HEALTHY CITIES RESOLUTION NO. OS-069 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE HEALTHY CITIES MODEL AND INDICATING INTENT TO SUPPORT PARTICIPATION IN CALIFORNIA HEALTHY CITIES AND COMMUNITIES A staff report and power point were presented by Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager, which is on file in the City Clerks' office. Mayor Pro Tem Michael stated the "healthy cities" initiative helps the community to get in a healthy mindset. He hoped this movement will set the standard for future Council's to follow. Councilmember Gutierrez stated he gives his full support toward this, and added he received something in the mail from a man that suggested used tires be mixed with asphalt to be used for street paving. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 10 Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager, stated we already do this Councilmember Gutierrez stated this is really protecting our environment. He had some other information from someone that talked about solar power. He felt the City needs to look at the future for our kids and grandchildren. Councilmember Spagnolo mentioned the Sharps Program to keep needles out of landfills. He stated there are a lot of programs that the City is already involved in and will try to market them better. He stated Caryn School has a walking program and talked about their efforts towards the health of the students. Councilmember Williams stated Rancho Cucamonga is now a State identifiable healthy city and will be healthier. Mayor Kurth stated he supported the healthy cities initiative and hoped the City can keep making life better in the City. He stated he is proud of what the Council is doing to make the City a better place to live. MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Spagnolo to approve Resolution No. OS-069. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. 02. REPORT ON CRIME ANALYSIS (PowerPoint presentation) A recess was taken at 8:28 p.m. The meeting was called back to order at 8:38 p.m. with all members present. Lieutenant Don Yoder introduced himself to the Council stating he was glad to be back in the City. He introduced Ronda Maher, Crime Analyst with the Police Department, to give the power point presentation for this item, which is on file in the City Clerk's office. A power point presentation was given by Ronda Maher, Crime Analyst. Mayor Pro Tem Michael asked if at a future meeting the Police Department could present their Graffiti Tracker Program early on in the meeting for the high school kids to see. ACTION: Report received and filed P. COUNCIL BUSINESS ITEM P2 WAS DISCUSSED AT THIS TIME. THE MINUTES WILL REMAIN IN AGENDA ORDER. P1. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per Councilmember.) Councilmember Spagnolo stated he is on OPARC Boardmember and mentioned the OPARC "Steppin' Out" Walk-a-Thon to occur on May 3rd at Upland Memorial Park and also a golf tournament to occur on September 15th. He also thanked the CVWD and the Metropolitan Water District for the 3-day tour of the water system he recently went on in northern California in San Joaquin Valley. He stated water is a major issue in the State and everyone needs to conserve water. Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, City Council Minutes March 19, 2008 Page 11 Councilmember Gutierrez recognized the people here for the relay for life to occur on April 12 and 13 which is to raise funds for curing cancer. He stated that Hilda Phillips mentioned to him that we should promote arts and culture. He stated he went to a conference last week to promote the business community and went to Vineyard Little League's opening ceremony. He stated a lot of people want to know when Wilson will be extended which would help with the traffic. He wanted to mention the idea to the rest of the Council the idea of requiring a business license for anyone renting out a home in the City. He brought up commercial vehicles over three tons not parking on the streets and felt this needed to be looked at. He felt banks that own foreclosed properties should be required to maintain the property. Mayor Pro Tem Michael stated he and Councilmember Spagnolo attended a CVWD event regarding Frontier Project that dealt with sustainable buildings, energy conservation, etc. for the City. He encouraged our staff and architects to incorporate sustainability into our buildings whenever possible. Councilmember Williams felt we really need to get serious about sustainability of buildings in the City. She felt facilities should do something so water drains in the ground and not in the street. She felt developers should possibly be putting in a trail walk around their projects they are building. She stated she is looking forward to the April 2nd workshop. Mayor Kurth stated there are a few Councilmembers that will be attending the City/County Conference this week. He stated there is no plan for a tent city in Rancho Cucamonga, but added the City is sensitive to these issues. He stated our City is on sound financial ground considering what is going on with the economy throughout the Country. He stated he is glad to be Mayor of the City, and that the Council works very hard on all the issues. P2. CONSIDERATION OF LIBRARY SUB-COMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATION FOR APPOINTMENTS TO THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION BOARD Mayor Pro Tem Michael stated he and Councilmember Gutierrez met on March 3 with Library Director Deborah Clark and that Tina Gilfrey and Chris White are being recommended to the Library Foundation to fill vacancies, and that Bruce Bowne is being recommended for reappointment. MOTION: Moved by Michael, seconded by Gutierrez to approve the Subcommittee's recommendations. Motion carried unanimously 5-0. Q. IDENTIFICATION'OF ITEMS FOR,NEXT MEETING" No items were identified for the next meeting. R. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m. Res ectfully s fitted,~y ~, D bra J. Ada MC Assistant Secretary/Secretary/City Clerk Approved: April 2, 2008