HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008/08/06 - MinutesAugust 6, 2008
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency held a closed session on Wednesday, August 6, 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 5:10 p. m. by Chairman Donald J. Kurth.
Present were Agencymembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams, Vice Chairman L. Dennis
Michael and Chairman Donald J. Kurth.
Also present were: Jack Lam, Executive Director; Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager; James
Markman, City Attorney; John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services; Mahdi Aluzri,
Deputy City Manager/Community Development; and Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director.
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B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
Chairman Kurth announced the closed session items:
61. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD,
WEST OF I-15 FREEWAY, FOREST CITY DEVELOPMENT CA, INC., & LEWIS INVESTMENT
CO., LLC; LINDA D. DANIELS, RDA DIRECTOR, NEGOTIATING PARTY, REGARDING TERMS
OF AGREEMENT -RDA
62. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF FOOTHILL AND
HERMOSA; LINDA D. DANIELS, DIRECTOR, NEGOTIATING PARTY -RDA
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 5:10 p.m.
E. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
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F. RECESS
The closed session adjourned at 6:50 p.m. with no action taken.
-G. CALL TO ORDER , - '
A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, and City
Council was held on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at
10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Chairman/President/Mayor Donald J. Kurth
called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
Present were Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane
Williams, Vice ChairmanNice President/Mayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael and
Chairman/President/Mayor Donald J. Kurth.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager; D. Craig Fox, Legal
Counsel/Deputy City Attorney; Fabian Villenas, Principal Management Analyst; Erika Lewis-Huntley,
Management Analyst II; Linda D. Daniels, Redevelopment Agency Director; Donna Vega, Redevelopment
Agency Analyst I; James C. Frost, City Treasurer; John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative
Services; Mike Toy, Information Services Specialist I; Laura Bliese, Information Services Specialist I;
Mahdi Aluzri, Deputy City Manager/Community Development; Mark Steuer, Director of Engineering
Services/City Engineer; Jon Gillespie, Traffic Engineer; Dave Blevins, Director of Engineering
Services/Public Works Services; Inge Tunggaldjaja, Management Aide; James Troyer, Planning Director;
Tom Grahn, Associate Planner; Trang Huynh, Building and Safety Official; Kevin McArdle, Community
Services Director; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III; Melissa Morales, Sr. Administrative Secretary;
Deborah Clark, Library Director; Joe Pulcinella, Animal Care & Services Director; Joe Cusimano, Captain,
Rancho Cucamonga Police Department; Peter Bryan, Chief, Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District;
Shirr'I Griffin, Deputy City Clerk; and Kathryn L. Scott, Acting City Clerk.
H. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
H1. Presentation by Vector Control staff regarding the West Nile Virus and how to protect yourself.
Brian Reisinger, Vector Control Community Outreach Coordinator, provided an overview on West Nile
Virus activity throughout Southern California. He explained the testing process and positive test results.
He encouraged residents to report dead birds to Vector Control and to avoid handling dead animals. He
discussed means of locating improperly maintained properties. He discussed issues related to foreclosed
properties and the need for continued maintenance. He discussed increased staff working to control and
abate issues. He encouraged residents to protect themselves and report potential problems.
In response to Mayor Kurth, Mr. Risinger discussed the number of mosquitoes carrying the West Nile
disease. He discussed methods of testing and capturing diseased mosquitoes. Mayor Kurth asked the
odds of becoming infected if bitten by a mosquito. Mr. Resinger indicated it was dependant on the
individual and amount of.virus in the mosquito. He stated individuals could build up immunity to the virus.
Mayor Kurth asked the mortality rate of those bitten. Mr. Resinger stated 80% might have no symptoms,
20% could have symptoms similar to a viral infection and 1% of the 20% might obtain the more serious
form of the disease. He discussed the effects of West Nile Virus.
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H2. Presentation on the Animal Care and Services Department "Two-Fur-One" Program
Joe Pulcinella, Animal Care and Services Director, reminded residents about the "Two-Fur-One" program
Pulcinella indicated the legal limit on animals was 3 dogs and 3 cats.
H3. ADDED ITEM -Announcement regarding the funding by a local foundation for the cost of all
Armed Forces Military Banners.
Councilmember Williams stated of the Marketing Subcommittee, herself and Councilmember Gutierrez
had reviewed options for adjusting the banner program to ensure that there was no cost to families for the
banners. She announced that several organizations and a foundation had stepped up and offered to fund
the entire cost of the banners. She indicated that the foundation had requested it remain anonymous. She
indicated the matter would be brought back at the next meeting for Council consideration. She expressed
excitement about the sponsorship.
Councilmember Gutierrez expressed appreciation to those that had stepped up to sponsor the program.
He stated all military members would be represented on the Boulevard.
Mayor Kurth stated he was thrilled that the program had evolved with the donor covering all expenses. He
thanked the subcommittee for coming up with a great solution.
I. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
11. Christopher T. Weller explained peak oil and discussed its consequences. He urged the Council
to establish a task force to study how to prevent issues associated with "peak oil." He stated it was
necessary to prepare the City for the coming crisis.
12. Richard Mueller addressed the Council regarding the lack of enforcement of park hours at
Victoria Arbors Park. He discussed the lack of signage posting park hours. He proposed installing steel
posts with a chain gate blocking off the park, including a sign indicating hours and the fine for violating the
hours. He requested the Council take action to resolve the nuisance.
13. Bill Hanlon discussed the proposed memorial at Central Park. He proposed an interim solution to
the memorial prior to the completion of Phase 2 including the installation of flags and a lectern. He
requested he be authorized to obtain funding for the project. He stated the City should show with pride
the flags of the City's servicemen.
14. Jerie Lee addressed the Council regarding the recently adopted budget. She thanked the
Marketing Subcommittee for its work on the banner program. She discussed the proposal for a memorial
at Central Park. She encouraged a memorial be installed sooner rather than later. She provided
photographs of the Alta Loma memorial and suggested it read "Veterans Honor Roll."
15. Lindy Logan discussed the agreement between the City and School District restricting after
school programs at Cucamonga Middle School. She discussed use of the bottom fields by football teams.
She expressed concern regarding noise, parking, restroom issues and loitering. She stated the fields
were not supposed to be used in the evening hours. She stated she had a petition signed by every
neighbor on Church Street requesting the fields not be used by the football teams.
Community Services Director, Kevin McArdle, stated staff was aware of Ms. Logan's concerns. He stated
the use of the fields had not gone through the City's permit process but rather the use was allowed by the
School District. He stated the School Superintendent would be looking into the matter.
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16. Jim Frost stated 9 veterans were recently honored at the cemetery. He discussed the Missing
American Project, through which they were trying to identify individuals and provide appropriate burials.
He discussed burials of veterans without families.
17. Jim Moffat discussed the meeting regarding the banner program. He asked if the City would pay
for the banners. He stated the benefactor did not live in the City of Rancho Cucamonga. He stated the
veterans deserved more. He stated some parents could not afford the banners. He stated the memorials
were lacking.
I8. John Lyons commended the Marketing Subcommittee and potential donors. He indicated support
for private contributions rather than using taxpayer dollars. He discussed traffic at Arbors Park and stated
it might be unavoidable due to density in the area. He expressed concern regarding traffic at Day Creek
at the bike trail. He discussed identity theft. He requested the Council create a task force with surrounding
cities to discuss and study loss of air traffic at the Ontario Airport.
' J. CONSENT CALENDAR -REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
J1. Approval of Minutes: May 28, 2008 (Special Jt. Mtg. re "Green" Sustainability Program)
J2. Approval of Check Register dated July 9 through July 29, 2008, for the total amount of
$1, 932, 083.20.
J3. Approval to accept the bids received, and award and authorize the execution of the contract in
the amount of $796,458.00 to the apparent low bidder, Gas Equipment Systems, Inc. (RA OS-020 / CO
08-114), and authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $79,645.80 for the
Compressed Natural Gas Improvement Project at the City Yard, to be funded from Capital Reserve
Funds, AOMD Funds and RDA Public Improvement Funds, Acct. Nos. 1025001-5650/1421025-0,
1105208-5650/1421105-0 and 2650801-5650/1421650-0 respectively, and appropriate additional
amounts of $25,000.00 to Acct. Nc. 1025001-565011421025-0 from Capital Reserves fund balance,
$200,000.00 to Acct. No. 1105208-5650/1421105-0 from AOMD fund balance and $652,000.00 to Acct.
No. 2650801-5650/1421650-0 from RDA Public Improvement fund balance.
J4. Approval of amendments of a Professional Services Agreement with RJM Design Group (CO 07-
188) for miscellaneous civil engineering site development services related to Phase II of the Central Park
Project in the amount of $180,230 and authorization for the potential expenditure of a 10% contingency in
the amount of $18,023, funded from Acct No. 2505801-5650/1645505-6311 and related to the conceptual
design and potential construction documents for the Fire Station and Maintenance Facility on site.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Michael, seconded by Councilmember Williams to approve the staff
recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried unanimously.
K. CONSENT CALENDAR -FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
K1. Approval of Minutes: May 28, 2008 (Special Jt. Mtg. re "Green" Sustainability Program)
K2. Approval of Check Register dated July 9 through July 29, 2008, for the total amount of
$340, 323.48.
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K3. Approval to receive a donation in the amount of $500.00 from Burrtec Waste Industries for the
Fire Education Program.
K4. Approval of amendments of a Professional Services Agreement with RJM Design Group (CO 07-
188) for miscellaneous civil engineering site development services related to Phase II of the Central Park
Project in the amount of $180,230 and authorization for the potential expenditure of a 10% contingency in
the amount of $18,023, funded from Acct No. 2505801-5650/1645505-6311 and related tc the conceptual
design and potential construction documents for the Fire Station and Maintenance Facility on site.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Gutierrez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Michael to approve the staff
recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried unanimously.
L. CONSENT CALENDAR -CITY COUNCIL
L1. Approval of Minutes: May 28, 2008 (Special Jt. Mtg. re "Green" Sustainability Program)
L2. Approval of Check Register dated July 9 through July 29, 2008, and payroll ending July 29, 2008, for
the total amount of $7,777,376.86.
L3. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the construction of Terra Vista
Parkway Street Pavement Rehabilitation from Spruce Avenue to Milliken Avenue, to be funded from
Measure "I" Funds, Acct. No. 1176303-5650/1629176-0.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-167
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE TERRA VISTA PARKWAY STREET
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM SPRUCE AVENUE TO
MILLIKEN AVENUE, IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS
L4. Approval to declare surplus city-owned miscellaneous equipment and vehicles
L5. Approval to accept grant revenue in the amount of $33,000 from the County of San Bernardino
Healthy Communities Program into Acct. No. 1218000-4740 (Grant Revenue) and authorization to
appropriate $33,000 into Acct. No. 1218102-5300 (Contract Services) for costs associated with the
development and coordination of the Healthy RC Program.
L6. Approval to donate two hybrid vehicles, a 2009 Ford Escape hybrid and a 2008 Saturn VUE
hybrid, purchased by the City of Rancho Cucamonga through the South Coast Air Quality Management
District (AQMD) Grant. The vehicles shall be donated to the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department
and shall be utilized to replace two Ford Explorers currently being used by the Citizen Volunteer Patrol
Unit of the Rancho Cucamonga Police Department.
L7. Approval to accept landscape improvements for Tract 14493 located at the southwest corner of
Day Creek Boulevard and Banyan Street, submitted by Young California Cucamonga, L.P.
L8. Approval to accept landscape improvements for Tract 16726 located at the northwest corner of
Day Creek Boulevard and Banyan Street, submitted by Young California Cucamonga, L. P.
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L9. Approval of Improvement Agreement and Improvement Security for public street improvements
for Development Review Project DRC2004-01290, located on the north side of Arrow Route, east of I-15,
submitted by Heffler Holdings, LLC.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-168
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW PROJECT DRC2004-01290
L10. Approval of amendments of a Professional Services Agreement with RJM Design Group (CO 07-
188) for miscellaneous civil engineering site development services related to Phase II of the Central Park
Project in the amount of $180,230 and authorization for the potential expenditure of a 10% contingency in
the amount of $18,023, funded from Acct No. 2505801-5650/1645505-6311 and related to the conceptual
design and potential construction documents for the Fire Station and Maintenance Facility on site.
L11. Approval to accept the bids received, and award and authorize the execution of the contract in
the amount of $796,458.00 to the apparent low bidder, Gas Equipment Systems, Inc. (CO OS-114 / RA
08-020), and authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $79,645.80 for the
Compressed Natural Gas Improvement Project at the City Yard, to be funded from Capital Reserve
Funds, AOMD Funds and RDA Public Improvement Funds, Acct. Nos. 1025001-5650/1421025-0,
1105208-5650/1421105-0 and 2650801-5650/1421650-0 respectively, and appropriate additional
amounts of $25,000.00 to Acct. No. 1025001-5650/1421025-0 from Capital Reserves fund balance,
$200,000.00 to Acct. No. 1105208-5650/1421105-0 from AOMD fund balance and $652,000.00 to Acct.
No. 2650801-5650/1421650-0 from RDA Public Improvement fund balance.
L12. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract in the
amount of $608,529.55 to the apparent low bidder, Jaurequi 8 Culver, Inc. (CO 08-115) and authorize the
expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $60,852.96 for the Above Ground Fuel Tank
Improvement Project at the City Yard, to be funded from Capital Reserves Funds, Acct. No. 1025001-
5650/1707025-0 and appropriate an additional amount of $680,000.00 to Acct. No. 1025001-
5650/1707025-0 from Capital Reserves fund balance.
L13. Approval to execute a Professional Services Agreement with RBF Consulting (CO 08-116) for an
additional deposit not to exceed $257,513, for the performance of professional services related to a
previously approved contract (CO 05-010) for the preparation of an environmental impact report
(DRC2004-01048) for the proposed Carrari Ranch Project, in Rancho Cucamonga's Sphere-of-Influence,
to be funded from the developer deposit through Acct. No. 1001314-5303. The original contract for
$226,985 was executed on February 2, 2005. The additional deposit and new contract are due to new
requirements that necessitate the environmental impact report to include the following additional studies
and reviews: 1) Recirculate Initial Study/Notice of Preparation; 2) Revision and preparation of technical
studies; 3) Peer review of applicant-provided technical studies; 4) Revisions to the August 2006 screen
check draft EIR; 5) Preliminary draft EIR; 6) Conceptual grading plan review; 7) Slope analysis; 8)
Prepare project alternatives; 9) Preparation of materials for public meetings; 10) Preparation of a
computer model of the project site (optional); and 11) Management, coordination and meetings.
L14. Approval to accept improvements, release the Faithful Performance Irrevocable Standby Letter of
Credit, accept a Maintenance Guarantee cash deposit; and file a Notice of Completion for improvements
for Parcel Map 17939, located on the east side of Haven Boulevard, south of Sixth Street, submitted by
Rock-Haven, LLC.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-169
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
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IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARCEL MAP 17939 AND AUTHORIZING THE
FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
L15. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Tract 16466 (LMD Improvements),
located on the east side of Bluegrass Avenue between Banyan and Wilson Avenues, submitted by
Carriage Estates III, LLC.
L16. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond Nos. 190015530 and 104674615 in the
amount of $81,850.00 for the Bass Pro Shop 12 KV Electrical Distribution System and Onsite System
Cabling, Connections and Equipment, Contract No. 06-118.
L17. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond No. 7587033 in the amount of $214,166.00 for
the Base Line Road Pavement Rehabilitation from west city limit to Carnelian Street Improvements,
Contract No. 06-211.
L18. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond No. 6369996 in the amount of $184,848.00 for
the Milliken Park and Kenyon Park Irrigation System Renovations Improvements, Contract No. 07-004.
L19. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond No. SU5022854 in the amount of $74,264.00 for
the Cucamonga Creek Channel Bike Trail from Foothill Boulevard to Base Line Road and Red Hill Park
Exercise Trail, Contract No. 07-026.
L20. Approval to release Maintenance Guarantee Bond No. 8204-45-38 in the amount of $229,489.50
for the Carnelian Street Pavement Rehabilitation from Wilson Avenue to Almond Street, Contract No. 07-
062.
L21. Approval to accept the Jasper StreeUOrchard Street Sidewalk Improvements (around Stork
Elementary School), Contract No. 08-026 as complete, retain the Faithful Pertormance 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 $126,967.70.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-170
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE JASPER
STREET/ORCHARD STREET SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS (AROUND
STORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL), CONTRACT NO. OS-026 AND
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR
THE WORK
L22. Approval to accept the Banyan Community Trail from Amethyst to Archibald Avenues, Contract
No. OS-036 as complete, retain the Faithful Pertormance 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 $103,135.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-171
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE BANYAN
COMMUNITY TRAIL FROM AMETHYST TO ARCHIBALD AVENUE
PROJECT, CONTRACT NO. 08-036 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING
OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
L23. Approval to accept the Banyan Street Pavement Rehabilitation from Carnelian Street to Beryl Street,
Contract No. OB-042 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 $122,499.13.
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RESOLUTION NO. 08-172
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE BANYAN STREET
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM CARNELIAN STREET TO
BERYL STREET, CONTRACT NO. 08-042 AND AUTHORIZING THE
FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
L24. Approval to accept the Metrolink Railing Re-Paint, Contract No. OS-050 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 $10,590.00.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-173
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE METROLINK RAILING
RE-PAINT PROJECT, CONTRACT NO. OS-050 AND AUTHORIZING
THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to approve the
staff recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried
unanimously.
M. CONSENT ORDINANCES
M1. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 10.20.020 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY
CODE REGARDING PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN CITY STREETS
Ordinance read by Acting City Clerk, Kathryn L. Scott.
ORDINANCE NO. 794 (second reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION
10.20.020 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA CITY CODE REGARDING
PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN CITY STREETS
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Michael to conduct second
reading and adopt Ordinance No. 794. Motion carried unanimously.
N. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS
N1. UPDATE ON TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION IN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
(PowerPoint presentation)
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Traffic Engineer John Gillespie provided an update on traffic signal synchronization throughout the City.
He discussed the increase and changes to traffic signals from 1998 to 2008. He discussed the completion
of SANBAG Tier 1 and Tier 2 projects. He discussed synchronization at Foothill Boulevard, Haven
Avenue, Grove Avenue, and Fourth Street. He explained the Baseline Road System. He discussed the
Day Creek/Archibald Synchronization project which was currently in construction. He .explained SANBAG
Tier 3 and 4 projects.
In response to Mayor Kurth, Traffic Engineer Gillespie indicated Haven Avenue was synchronized from
Fourth Street to Alta Loma.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael commended staff and the Council for making the project a priority. He asked if
there was a speed that was most beneficial. Traffic Engineer Gillespie indicated the lights were
synchronized for 40 miles per hour.
Councilmember Williams commended Traffic Engineer Gillespie for his work on the project. She
mentioned the benefit of improved air quality created by the synchronization.
Councilmember Gutierrez asked the benefit to the drivers for driving the appropriate speeds. Traffic
Engineer Gillespie explained that drivers would get green lights. He explained that Police and Fire could
trigger the lights to allow emergency passage. Councilmember Gutierrez asked what happened in traffic.
Traffic Engineer Gillespie explained that traffic could impact green lights. He explained that traffic would
flow in different directions at various times of the day. Councilmember Gutierrez expressed enthusiasm
about the lights on Milliken. He commended staff for completing the synchronization. He questioned why
there was no U-turn allowed northbound on Haven Avenue at Wilson.
Councilmember Spagnolo commended City staff.
Mayor Kurth stated he had really noticed a difference and thanked staff.
N2. OVERVIEW OF CITY'S RESPONSE TO JULY 29, 2008 EARTHQUAKE (oral report)
Public Works Director Blevins discussed the recent Chino Hills Quake. He provided an update on the
City's response. He discussed evacuations of City facilities. He reported there were no injuries and no
apparent damage to City facilities.
N8. OVERVIEW OF CITY AND COMMUNITY PREPARATION FOR NATURAL DISASTERS (oral
report)
Fire Chief Bryan discussed the need to be self sufficient for 72 hours. He provided suggested personal
preparedness methods. He reviewed the City's preparedness. He encouraged the public to utilize the Are
You Ready document available on the Federal Emergency Management Agency website.
Councilmember Gutierrez asked if the lack of communication during the earthquake was due to cell
phone overuse. Fire Chief Bryan explained the limited amount of air time. He stated radios had plenty of
available talk time.
In response to Councilmember Williams, Fire Chief Bryan discussed the use of land lines to contact out of
state /out of region numbers.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael discussed the interruption of cell service during the recent earthquake. He
discussed damage during a larger earthquake. He stated it was necessary to sustain oneself for 72 hours
during an emergency.
Fire Chief Bryan stated it was important to come up with a family plan and practice it
Councilmember Williams discussed the importance of determining a meeting location.
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In response to Councilmember Williams, Fire Chief Bryan discussed the upcoming County-wide
earthquake drill.
N4. CONSIDERATION OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH LINDA PEEK (CO
08-117) FOR CONSULTING SERVICES WITH THE DEVELOPMENT AND COORDINATION OF THE
"HEALTHY RC" PROGRAM
Erika Lewis-Huntley, Management Analyst II, discussed the Healthy RC Program. She explained the
purpose of the agreement with Linda Peek. She encouraged volunteers to participate in the upcoming
events. She discussed upcoming events and community resources for healthy living.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael thanked staff for obtaining the grant.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Michael, seconded by Councilmember Williams, to approve the
professional services agreement with Linda Peek. Motion carried unanimously.
O. COUNCIL BUSINESS
01. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per Councilmember.)
Councilmember Spagnolo discussed the successful Neighborhood Night Out event. He announced the
YMCA car show on August 16, 2008.
Councilmember Gutierrez addressed Mr. Mueller's concerns regarding Arbor Park. He stated he was
looking forward to watching the DVD provided by Mr. Weller. He stated he was enjoying riding his bike
throughout town and from Rancho Cucamonga to San Bernardino.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael stated the donor for the banner program was a former resident of the City. He
stated the business people in the City greatly assisted the community. He commended the Abundant
Living Church for assisting released inmates.
Councilmember Williams discussed the Healthy RC program and increased use of bicycles. She
discussed the need for additional bike racks and suggested residents contact the City to provide locations
of needed bike racks.
Mayor Kurth expressed appreciation for the comments regarding peak oil. He explained that public
comments were addressed as best as possible. He discussed the Central Park memorial. He thanked Mr.
Frost for keeping the veterans in the forefront. He stated it was necessary to honor and hold veterans in
reverence. He discussed the banner program.
02. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTING A RESOLUTION OPPOSING FISCALLY IRRESPONSIBLE
STATE BUDGET DECISIONS THAT WOULD "BORROW" LOCAL GOVERNMENT/REDEVELOPMENT
AND TRANSPORTATION FUNDS
RESOLUTION NO. 08-174
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING FISCALLY IRRESPONSIBLE
STATE BUDGET DECISIONS THAT WOULD "BORROW" LOCAL
GOVERNMENT. REDEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORTATION FUNDS
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Mayor Pro Tem Michael discussed his recent participation in a conference regarding the state budget
problems and potential devastation to local government.
Councilmember Spagnolo urged residents to contact their local legislator and let them know how they
feel. He stated state spending had to be reduced.
Councilmember Gutierrez echoed the comments of his colleague. He stated the City managed its money
well. He stated the State of California needed to reduce spending and get out of debt. He discussed
cutbacks in other agencies. He stated the state legislators need to consider local needs. He expressed
concern regarding the impact on completing projects. He encouraged residents to contact the local
legislators.
Councilmember Williams commended Mayor Pro Tem Michael for representing the City. She discussed
overspending by legislators. She stated local money would not be returned if it was borrowed by the
State. She encouraged residents to call the local legislators. She suggested the state legislators make
cuts in their own offices.
Mayor Kurth stated state legislators were not responsible with spending and wanted to dip in to local
funds. He questioned how the City would provide the services expected by the residents. He read the
proposed resolution.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Michael, seconded by Councilmember Williams to adopt Resolution
No. 08-174. Motion carried unanimously.
03. CONSIDERATION OF THE LIBRARY SUBCOMMITTEE'S RECOMMENDATION FOR
APPOINTMENTS TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND THE LIBRARY FOUNDATION Mayor
Pro Tem Michael recommended Mr. Scott Haddon be appointed to the Library Board of Trustees and the
Library Foundation.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Michael, seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez to appoint Scott
Haddon. Motion carried unanimously.
04. CONSIDERATION OF A VOTING REPRESENTATIVE AND ALTERNATES FOR THE LEAGUE
OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL MEETING
City Manager Lam presented the staff report.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Williams; seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Michael to have
Councilmember Spagnolo as the voting representative and Mayor Pro Tem Michael and Councilmember
Gutierrez as the alternates. Motion carried unanimously.
O5. LEGISLATIVE AND REGIONAL UPDATES (oral report)
Councilmember Williams challenged residents to comment on the proposed 1 cent sales tax
increase. She discussed the many bills being discussed in Sacramento. She suggested the
legislators put aside the bills and show commitment to solving the budget issue. She indicated
opposition to the anti-Mylar balloon legislation.
P. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
Councilmember Williams requested an item updating the Council on the new photo enforcement
locations.
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. ' R. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Kurth held a moment of silence in honor the nine firefighters killed in fighting the Buckhorn Fire.
Mayor Kurth stated the next regular meeting would be held on August 20, 2008.
The meeting adjourned at 9:53 p.m.
Res ectfully submitted,
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Ka hryn L. Scott, CMC
Acting City Clerk/ASSistant Secretary
Minutes prepared by Lisa Pope
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Approved: October 1, 2008