HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008/09/17 - MinutesSeptember 17, 2008
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
AND CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
~A. CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency held a closed session on Wednesday, September 17,
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 5:15 p.m. by Chairman Donald J. Kurth.
Present were Agencymembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane Williams, Vice Chairman L. Dennis
Michael and Chair Donald J. Kurth
Also present were: Jack Lam, Executive Director/City Manager; Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager;
James Markman, City Attorney/Legal Counsel; John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative
Services; Mahdi Aluzri, Deputy City Manager/Community Development; and Linda Daniels,
Redevelopment Agency Director.
B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
Chair Kurth announced the closed session items:
61. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
584956 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF 6T STREET EAST OF115 FREEWAY
GENERAL OUTDOOR ADVERTISING LINDA D DANIELS RDA DIRECTOR NEGOTIATING PARTY
REGARDING TERMS OF PROPOSAL RDA
62. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
584956 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF ARROW
ROUTE AND115 FWY RDA
B3. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
584956 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG THE PACIFIC ELECTRIC TRAIL KNOWN
AS THE ETIWANDA DEPOT; MAHDI ALUZRI, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER/COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT AND MIKE BAIR OF SANBAG NEGOTIATING PARTY REGARDING TERMS OF
LEASE OR ACQUISITION CITY
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C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
No one was present to comment on the closed session item.
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' ~ D. CONDUC,TAF CLOSED SESSION ' _' .
Closed session began at 5:15 p.m.
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' ~ E.. "CITY. MANAGER ANNOUNCEIVIENTS
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The closed session adjourned at 6:45 p.m. with no action taken. _
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A regular meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fife Protection Distridt, and City
Council was held on Wednesday, September 17, 2008, in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center
located , at .10500 ..Civic ,Center -Drive, Rancho,..Cucamonga, ...California. .Vice ChairmaM/ice
PresidenUMayor Pro Tem Dennis Michael called the meeting to order. at 7:07 p.m.
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Present were Agencymi:tubers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane
Williams, Vice ChairmaM/ice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem -h:. Dennis. Michael and
Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth '
Alse present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; Pamela Easter, Assistant City Manager; James Markman;
Leyal Counsel/City Attorney; Fabian Villenas, Principal Management Analyst; Erika Lewis-Huntley,
Management Analyst II; John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services; Jim Frost, City
Treasurer; Ingrid Bruce, GIS Special District Manager; Solomon Nimako, GIS Fire Analyst; Rafael Balneg,
Sr. GIS Analyst; Mike Toy, Information Services Specialist I; Laura Bleise, Information Services Specialist
I; Mahdi Aluzri, Deputy City Manager/Community Development; Mark Steuer, Director of Engineering
Services/City Engineer; James Troyer, Planning 'Director; Dave Blevins', Director of Public Werks
Services; Trang Huynh, Building and Safety Official; Tiffany Cooper,•Management Analyst II; -Kevin
McArdle, Community Services Director; Paula Pachon, Management Analyst III; Deborah Clark,-Library
Director; Chief Joe Cusimano, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department; Chief Peter Bryan, Rancho
Cucamonga Fire Protedtion District; Mike Bell, Deputy Fire Chief; Mark Hartwig, Deputy Fire Chief;
Breanna Medina, Management Analyst II; Emergency Preparedness; Shirr'I Griffin, Deputy City Clerk;
and Kathryn L. Scott, Acting City Clerk.
~ H: ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS ~:. -
H1. 'Administration of Oaths of Office to Curtis Bray and Patricia, Morris, newly-appointed Park end
Recreation Commissioners.
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Mayor Kurth administered the Oath of Office and presented Certificates of Appointment to Curtis Bray
and Patricia Morris.
H2. Presentation of Proclamations to Robert "Bob" Curtis, Community Hero, and Mary Faheem,
Junior Community Hero, in recognition of the L.A. County Fair's "Community Days Program."
Mayor Kurth presented proclamations to Mr. Curtis and Ms. Faheem for their contributions to the City of
Rancho Cucamonga.
H3. Presentation by Wyatt Troxel, Board President, Rich Atwater, General Manager/CEO, Inland
Empire Utilities Agency (IEUA), and Robert DeLoach, General Manager/CEO, Cucamonga Valley Water
District (CVWO), regarding "Water Supply Alert and Water Conservation Update."
Wyatt Troxel, IEUA, discussed the drought conditions in California. He explained the water supplies. He
discussed the efforts to maintain a sustainable community which relies upon, water. He discussed
upcoming reduced water supplies and provided suggestions for reducing the amount of water usage.
Robert DeLoach, CVWD, congratulated the City on its water saving efforts. He discussed the recycling
water program. He reported that, through the City's efforts, there had been a 2300 acre/ft decrease in
water usage.
In response to Councilmember Gutierrez, Mr. DeLoach stated reduced water usage would reduce rates
In response to Mayor Kurth, Mr. Troxel explained the functions of IEUA. He explained that CVWD was
the local retailer of water. He stated he was an elected official on the Board of IEUA and he had been in
the water management business for 40 years.
In response to Mayor Kurth, Mr. DeLoach discussed the role of CVWD and educational outreach to fhe
community.
Councilmember Williams asked what a citizen should do if water waste was viewed. Mr. DeLoach stated
it was necessary to educate the community and suggested reporting incidents fo CVWD.
H4. Presentation of a Proclamation Declaring September 2008 as "National Preparedness Month."
Breanna Medina discussed the activities of National Preparedness Month and encouraged. residents to
prepare for a disaster. She encouraged residents to visit www.ready.gov for additional information on
getting ready. She discussed the City's participation in the "Great Shake Out."
Mayor Kurth presented a proclamation to Breanna Medina and Mark Hartwig declaring September 2008
as "National Preparedness Month." ,
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I. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ? .
11. Fire Chief Bryan and Police Chief Cusimano announced the Charity Softball Game on September 20,
2008, with proceeds divided between the Loma Linda Children's Hospital and Rancho Cucamonga
Community Foundation.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Michael, Fire Chief Bryant stated contributions and donations were
encouraged. He stated admission to the game was free.
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12. Raymond Breaux requested additional volunteers to work at the Senior Center. He discussed the
book 50 Simple Ways to Live a Longer Life and read a portion regarding volunteering.
13. Alan Borgen stated he was a restaurant and food critic. He discussed the impprtance of restaurants
to the City. He expressed concern regarding the impact of the declining economy on local restaurants
and suggested the City temporarily suspend ordinances regarding signage and form a committee with
restaurant owners to determine additional solutions.
14. Eduardo Pico, Director of operations for Los Campanos, requested the City allow signage oh their
building.
15. Emil Hashlman, representing the Palace, requested the City assist in allowing colors in signage.
16. Michelle, representing Bobby Baja's Mesquite Border BBO, stated signage was 80% of the volume.
She discussed the need for lighting their signs and the ability to put signs on the building. She requested
the City allow additional signs.
Councilmember Gutierrez indicated he would be addressing the issue of signage later in the meeting
17. Edward Dietl presented a report regarding the old gas station on Foothill Boulevard. He requested
the designation be changed from point of interest to historical landmark. He discussed their efforts to
change the- designation. He stated the Planning Commission had informed him that there were many
parties interested in the property for the purpose of developing a fast food restaurant. He urged the
Council to work to preserve the remaining historical heritage. He stated the curreht property owner was
not opposed to the historical designation. He recommended the City Council and Historical Planning
Commission take action to designate the property as a historical property.
18. Jim Frost displayed a newspaper article regarding the Etiwanda/San Sevaine Channel project which
was funded by Redevelopment Agency money. He discussed the potential loss of funds based on the
State budget and impact to residents.
Ig. Karen Plumhoff expressed concern regarding the expansion of the day laborer site at Arrow and
Grove.
110. Raymond Herrera, National Minute Men Project, addressed the Council in opposition to illegal
immigrants.: He discussed an incident at the American Flag Rally.. He urged the City Council to take a
stance and say that day laborers were not welcome.
111. Robin_ Hvidston, Minutemen Rally Organizer, discussed the flag rally held at the day laborer site on
September 5, 2008. She presented photographs of day laborers not abiding the laws. She requested the
employers that exploit the day laborers be penalized. She explained that day laborers could not be
solicited on private property. She suggested the City of Rancho Cucamonga review and. implement the
Lake Forest ordinance.
112. Gerry Nance suggested red curbs along Arrow Highway to prevent stopping to pick up day laborers.
He indicated support for an ordinance. He suggested the community center be utilized for a day laborer
center. He suggested additional enforcement against the employers. He discussed his participation in
the flag rally at the day laborer center.
113. Jim Moffatt commended the Rancho High School seniors in attendance at the Council meeting.
114. Caroline'Spoerl, along with Lorraine, discussed difficulties with foster care and efforts of the Inland
Valley Foster Parent Association. She invited the community to participate in the Somebody Loves~Me
5K Walkathon on October 4, 2008. Lorraine encouraged 4he.Cbuncil and residents to support he
fundraiser.
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115. John Lyons discussed local businesses and the need to encourage traffic. He discussed the
upcoming elections and announced those he would be voting for. He thanked the Mayor for attending the
recent car show. He suggested a car show on Foothill Boulevard near the restaurants. He discussed the
need to create exposure of the businesses.
116. Gina Vello expressed concern regarding illegal aliens. She discussed the need for blood donations.
J. CONSENT CALENDAR -REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
J1. Approval of Minutes: July 16, 2008 (Regular Meeting)
J2. Approval of Check Register dated August 27 through September 9, 2008, for the total amount of
$552,027.09.
J3. Approval to authorize an increase to Contract No. OS-093 in the amount of $97,603.88 to Grand
Pacific Contractors, Inc., authorize the expenditure of a contingency in the amount of $12,396.12 and
approve Contract Change Order No. 1 for the Pacific Electric Trail Phase V improvements, and
appropriate an additional amount of $110,000.00 to Acct No. 26508015650/1612650-0 from Public
Improvement 2001 TAB fund balance.
MOTION: Moved by Vice Chair Michael, seconded by Agency Member Williams, to approve the staff
recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried
unanimously.
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K. CONSENT CALENDAR -FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
K1. Approval of Minutes July 16, 2008 (Regular Meeting)
K2. Approval of Check Register dated August 27 through September 9, 2008, for the total amount of
$96,454.22.
MOTION: Moved by Vice President Michael, seconded by Board Member Williams, to approve the staff
recommendations in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried
unanimously.
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L. CONSENT CALENDAR-CITY COUNCIL
L1. Approval of Minutes: May 7, 2008 (Special Jt. Mtg. w/PC re Inclusionary Housing Ord.)
July 16, 2008 (Regular Meeting)
L2. Approval of Check Register dated August 27 through September 9 and payroll ending September
9, 2008, for the total amount of $5,269,939.67.
L3. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids' for the FY 2008/09 Local Street
Pavement Rehabilitation -Overlay of Various Streets, to be funded from Measure "I", Acct. No.
11763035650/1022176 and Proposition 42 Traffic Relief Fund, Acct. No. 11903035650/1022190.
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RESOLUTION NO. OS-191
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE FY 2008/09 LOCAL STREET
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION - OVERLAY OF VARIOUS
STREETS, IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE
BIDS
L4. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the FY 2008109 Local Street
Pavement Rehabilitation -Slurry Seal of Various Streets, to be funded from Measure "I", Acct. No.
1763035650/1022176 and Prop 42 Traffic Relief Fund, Acct. No. 11903035650/1022190.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-192
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE FY 2008/09 LOCAL STREET
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION -SLURRY SEAL OF VARIOUS
STREETS, IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE
BIDS
L5. Approval to accept the bids received and authorize the execution of the contract in the amount of
$199,000.00 to the apparent low bidder, Hardy & Harper, Inc. (CO 08143) and authorize the expenditure
of a 10% contingency in the amount of $19,900.00 for the Terra Vista Parkway Pavement Rehabilitation
from Spruce Avenue to Milliken Avenue improvements, to be funded from Measure "I" Funds, Acct. No.
11763035650/16291760.
L6. Approval of Amendment #1 to the contract with Impressions Gourmet Catering (CO 06041) for
catering services for the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center.
L7. Approval of Community Services Update Report.
L8. Approval to authorize an increase to Contract No. 08093 in the amount of $97,603.88 to Grand
Pacific Contractors, Inc., authorize the expenditure of a contingency in the amount of $12,396.12 and
approve Contract Change Order No. 1 for the Pacific Electric Trail Phase V improvements, and
appropriate an additional amount of $110,000.00 to Acct. No. 26508015650/16126500 from Public
Improvement 2001 TAB fund balance.
L9. Approval to accept improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, and file a Notice of
Completion for improvements for DRC200300850, located on the southeast corner of Haven Avenue and
the eastbound SR 210 freeway onramp, submitted by AIM Storage 210, LLC.
RESOLUTION NO. OS-193
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR DRC200300850 AND AUTHORIZING THE
FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
L10. Approval to accept improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a Maintenance
Bond, and file a .Notice of Completion for improvements for Tract 14759 (traffic signals), located at the
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intersection of Wilson Avenue and Wardman Bullock Road and at Banyan Avenue and Wardman Bullock
Road, submitted by Pulte Homes, Inc.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-194
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 14759 (TRAFFIC SIGNALS) AND
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR
THE WORK
L11. Approval of Improvement Agreement Extension for Tract 16262, located between Archibald and
Klusman Avenue, approximately 427 feet north of the centerline of Hillside Road, submitted by TOLL CA
IV. L.P.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-195
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT EXTENSION AND IMPROVEMENT SECURITY FOR
TRACT 16262
L12. Approval to release the Faithful Performance Bond, No. 7590178, retained in lieu of a
Maintenance Guarantee Bond, in the amount of $495,882.50, for the Archibald Avenue Pavement
Rehabilitation from Banyan Street to Hillside Road and Wilson Avenue Street Widening and Pavement
rehabilitation from Amethyst Avenue to Archibald Avenue, Contract No. 07-035.
L13. Approval to accept the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Construction -Phase I, Contract No.
06228 as complete, release the bonds, accept a Maintenance Bond, and authorize the City Engineer to
file a Notice of Completion and approve the final contract amount of $5,151,634.31.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-196
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PACIFIC ELECTRIC
INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL CONSTRUCTION -PHASE I, CONTRACT
NO. 06-228 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF
COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
L14. Approval to accept the Pacific Electric Inland Empire Trail Construction -Phases II and III,
Contract No. 07-023 as complete, release the bonds, accept a Maintenance Bond, and authorize the City
Engineer to file a Notice of Completion and approve the final contract amount of $3,666,861.30.
RESOLUTION NO. 08-197
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PACIFIC ELECTRIC
INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL CONSTRUCTION - PHASES II AND III,
CONTRACT NO. 07023 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A
NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
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.
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M..ADUERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS "
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M1. DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC200800196 -CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA -
A request to amend the Development Code Sections 17.08 - Residential Districts; 17.10 -
Commercial/Office Districts; and Section 17.30 Industrial Districts, prohibiting public storage facilities
including recreational vehicle storage and ministorage in Residential Districts (with the exception of the
provision for such facilities permitted or conditionally permitted within the Terra Vista Community Plan)
and Commercial Districts.
The proposed amendment also amends Section 17.30 from permitting storage facilities "by right" and to
require a Conditional Use Permit for all storage facility applications. Staff has determined that the project
is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15061 (b)
(3). Related files: Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2008-00561 and Etiwanda North Specific
Plan Amendment DRC2008-00566. ,
VICTORIA COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT DRC200800561 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A
request to the amend the Victoria Community Plan revoking Ordinance No.:287 and prohibiting public
storage facilities including recreational vehicle storage and ministorage in all Residential Districts. Staff
has determined that the project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) Section 15061 (b) (3). Related files: Development Code Amendment DRC2008-00196
and Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRC2008-00566.
ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRC200800566 CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
- A request to amend the use regulations for the Residential Districts of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan
to prohibit recreational vehicle storage facilities within the planned community. Staff has determined that
the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15061 (b) (3).
Related files: Development Code Amendment DRC2008-000196 . and Victoria Community Plan
Amendment DRC2008-00561.
ORDINANCE NO. 795 (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE
AMENDMENT DRC2008-00196, AMENDING PORTIONS OF SECTION
17.08. RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS; SECTION 17.10 COMMERCIAL/ _ „
OFFICE DISTRICTS; AND SECTION 17.30 INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS
OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA DEVELOPMENT CODE,
PROHIBITING PUBLIC STORAGE FACILITIES INCLUDING
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STORAGE IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
AND COMMERCIAL ZONES (WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE
PROVISION FOR SUCH FACILITIES PERMITTED OR
CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED WITHIN THE TERRA VISTA
COMMUNITY PLAN); THE AMENDMENT -ALSO AMENDS SECTION
17.30 FROM PERMITTING STORAGE FACILITIES "BY RIGHT"'AND '
TO REQUIRE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ALL STORAGE ~ `.
FACILITY. APPLICATIONS; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF
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ORDINANCE NO. 796 (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VICTORIA COMMUNITY
PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2008-00561, TO PROHIBIT PUBLIC
STORAGE FACILITIES, INCLUDING MINISTORAGE IN ALL
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS AND REVOKING ORDINANCE NO 287
(VCPA 85-01)
ORDINANCE NO. 797 (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ETIWANDA NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN
AMENDMENT DRC2008-00566, TO PROHIBIT PUBLIC STORAGE
FACILITIES, INCLUDING RECREATIONAL VEHICLE AND
MINISTORAGE IN ALL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
James Troyer presented the staff report. He explained the self storage facility review and indicated there
were 10600 units. He stated mini storage and self storage were not compatible with residential uses and
therefore the amendments would remove such use from residential zones. He stated all self storage
facilities would become conditionally permit uses in industrial zones and would require a public hearing.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Michael, James Troyer indicated storage facilities would no longer be
allowed in residential zones.
Councilmember Gutierrez asked if there were any pending applications. James Troyer indicated there were
no pending applications.
Councilmember Williams thanked staff for bringing the matter forward.
John Lyons stated he rented recreational vehicle storage and discussed the need for additional storage. He
expressed concern regarding limiting storage to industrial areas and potential increased costs. He stated
he was not supportive of mini-storage and self storage but preferred separate recreational vehicle storage.
Mayor Kurth closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez, to introduce on first
reading Ordinance Nos. 795, 796 and 797. Motion carried unanimously.
RECESS: Mayor Kurth called a recess at 8:40 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:52 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
N. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS
N1. CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLISHMENT OF THREE ASSET SEIZURE FUNDS, 195-STATE
ASSET SEIZURE, 196-STATE ASSET SEIZURE CALIFORNIA DRUG AND GANG PREVENTION
(15%), AND 197-FEDERAL ASSET SEIZURE. THE FUNDS WOULD BE TRANSFERRED FROM
TRUST FUND 882, ASSET SEIZURE MONIES OBJECT CODES 2338, 2340, 2356 AND 2357, AND
AUTHORIZATION TO APPROPRIATE $20,000.00 INTO ACCT. NO. 1196701-5200 FROM THE 196
STATE ASSET SEIZURE CALIFORNIA DRUGS AND GANG PREVENTION FUND TO THE
NORTHTOWN HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND THEIR "MANY ROOTS PROJECT"
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Police Chief Cusimano explained the asset seizure program. He stated the Northtown Housing
Development Corporation had requested financial assistance with its Many Roots program. He
introduced Paul Hernandez.
Paul Hernandez, Northtown Housing Development Board of Directors, thanked the Council for
considering granting $20,000 to fund their program. He explained the purpose of the program to
discourage gang activity.
MOTION: Moved by Ccuncilmember Spagnolo, seconded by Councilmember Williams, to establish three
asset seizure funds, 195-State Asset Seizure, 196-State Asset Seizure California Drug and Gang
Prevention (15%), and 197-Federal Asset Seizure and authorized appropriation of $20,000.00 into Acct.
No. 1196701-5200 from the 196 State Asset Seizure California Drugs and Gang Prevention Fund to the
Northtown Housing Development Corporation and their "Many Roots Project". Motion carried
unanimously.
The Council presented a check to the Northtown Housing Development Corporation.
N2. PRESENTATION OF A GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) WEBBASED
APPLICATION CALLED "MY NEIGHBORHOOD" DESIGNED FOR THE COMMUNITY AND
DEVELOPED WITH MOOSEPOINT TECHNOLOGY
Ingrid Bruce, GIS Systems, provided an overview of the "My Neighborhood" application. ,She presented a
live demonstration of the application on the City's website, explaining its features.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael clarified that the application would show the location of homes in relation to fire
stations. He stated the application would be useful to residents and realtors.
In response to Councilmember Spagnolo, Ms. Bruce stated commercial businesses would be added to
the application. Councilmember Spagnolo stated that would be a benefit to businesses.
Solomon Nimako explained how information would be linked to the application. He discussed the Code
Enforcement link and stated they were working with Building and Safety inspectors. He discussed the
upcoming link to business licenses.
In response to Mayor Kurth, Ms. Bruce stated the photographs were updated annually.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael asked if there was potential to utilize the software in emergency vehicles. Fire
Chief Bryan stated the ability to correlate the information was moving forward.
City Manager Lam stated the program was rolled out incrementally to ensure its success.
N3. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND SUPERSEDE SECTION 8.08.010
THROUGH 8.08.060 OF CHAPTER 8.08 OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE TO
ASSUME RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF THE MOBILE HOME PARKS ACT AND
SPECIAL OCCUPANCY PARKS ACT OF THE CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE AND TITLE
25, CHAPTER 2 AND 2.2, OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS; AND AUTHORIZATION
TO APPROPRIATE $12,000 INTO ACCOUNT NO. 10010004209 (MOBILE HOME PERMIT), $8,200
INTO ACCOUNT NO. 10220004218 (MOBILE HOME LOT FEES CITY), AND $3,200 INTO ACCOUNT
NO. 10220004219 (MOBILE HOME LOT FEES STATE) FOR THE COLLECTION OF PROGRAM
REVENUES, AND TO APPROPRIATE $11,400 INTO ACCOUNT NO. 10223025200 (OPERATIONS
AND MAINTENANCE) FOR PROGRAM EXPENDITURES
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ORDINANCE NO. 798 (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND SUPERSEDING
SECTIONS 8.08.010 THROUGH 8.08.060 OF CHAPTER 8.08 OF THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ASSUME
RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF THE MOBILE
HOME PARKS ACT AND SPECIAL OCCUPANCY PARKS ACT OF THE
CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE, AND TITLE 25,
CHAPTERS 2 AND 2.2, OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF
REGULATIONS
Building and Safety Official Trang Huynh presented the staff report. He recommended the Council
approve enforcement at the City level. He stated the State could provide the service but had only three
inspectors and the response could be between 3 and 30 days.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael stated the County could walk away from the responsibility so the City had to
conduct enforcement which provided the opportunity for more local control.
Councilmember Spagnolo stated the level of service would be improved.
Trang Huynh stated the mobile home park managers were looking forward to City involvement.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Michael, seconded by Councilmember Williams, to introduce on first
reading Ordinance No. 798, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga,
California, Amending and Superseding Sections 8.08.010 Through 8.08.060 of Chapter 8.08 of the
Rancho Cucamonga Municipal Code to Assume Responsibilities for the Enforcement of the Mobile Home
Parks Act and Special Occupancy Parks Act of the California Health And Safety Code, and Title 25,
Chapters 2 and 2.2, of the California Code of Regulations. Motion carried unanimously.
N4. PRESENTATION ON THE BUILDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (BIA) HOUSING MARKET
ECONOMIC STIMULUS PACKAGE
Tiffany Cooper provided an overview of new home construction and the decrease in construction. She
explained the Building Industry Association (BIA) stimulus package. She stated Engineering, Planning,
and Building and Safety had meet to come up with responses to the proposed stimulus package. She
discussed Development Impact Fees (DIF) and BIA's request for a deferral of those fees. She explained
the City's suggested criteria for deferral. She reviewed the financial impact with deferring DIFs. She
explained the proposed conditions of the program. She reviewed responses to BIA by the City's of
Ontario, San Bernardino, Corona and Victorville.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael asked if the deferral was for one year. Ms. Cooper indicated that was correct.
She explained that staff would review the program after six months and report back to Council.
City Manager Lam explained that a portion of the fund balance was being utilized.
Councilmember Gutierrez stated the purpose was to provide relief to the building industry. He questioned
whether staff salaries would be impacted by reduced building activity. City Manager Lam reminded the
Council that staffing levels had already been reduced.
Carlos Rodriguez, Deputy Executive Officer of the Building Industry Association, stated the economic
stimulus package was aimed at easing construction costs. He stated the deferral component was looking
to shift the timing for payment of fees from the beginning to the end of the process. He stated the
proposal was an important first step in moving towards economic recovery.
City Manager Lam stated the action being requested was to direct staff to prepare the necessary
ordinances to implement the process.
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Mayor Kurth stated the Rancho Cucamonga was not an easy city to build in. He indicated support for the
proposed plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael discussed the importance of the building industry to economic vitality. He
indicated support for the BIA package.
Councilmember Gutierrez asked how soon the ordinance could come back for Council consideration.
City Attorney Markman indicated the ordinance could come back before the Council in October.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Gutierrez, seconded by Councilmember Williams, to direct staff to
bring back the appropriate ordinances. Motion carried unanimously.
O.; COUNCIL BUSINESS
01. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per
Councilmember.
Councilmember Spagnolo thanked those that participated in the Oak Park Golf Tournament, which raised
over $40,000. He announced the Sons of Italy Pasta Dinner on Saturday, September 20, 2008. He
discussed comments from the business communities requesting assistance in increasing business. He
stated the City would contribute in any way possible.
Councilmember Gutierrez suggested utilizing the empty land of utility corridors for family gardens. He
suggested a community farmers market. He suggested utilizing the community, churches, and scouts for
service projects such as maintaining front yards of foreclosed homes. He stated it was necessary to help
the restaurants and consider sign alternatives. He discussed issues with illegal aliens and the need to
find solutions.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael discussed varying industries in the community suffering during the tough
economic times. He thanked the Police Chief for taking money that was a result of illegal activities and
utilizing it for a program that deals with prevention and assisting at risk youths. He discussed the amount
of money saved by the City through the use of volunteers and encouraged the community volunteer.
Councilmember Williams discussed the State budget. She announced the Rancho Cucamonga Rotary
Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament on October 17, 2008, benefiting local charities. She announced the
reopening of the Archibald Library.
Mayor Kurth expressed concern regarding the wildland interface and requested concrete plans be
presented to the City Council. He stated Rancho Cucamonga was a wonderful place to live, work and
play and he welcomed new residents. He discussed tobacco control and deaths from cigarette smoke.
He thanked Senator Dutton and Assemblymember Emerson for their efforts on the State budget. He
stated the urgent care center had.been in practice for 25 years.
~~<P. `° IDENTIFICATIONOF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
No items were identified for the next meeting.
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Q. ,ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Kurth stated the next regular meeting would be held on October 1, 2008.
The meeting adjourned at 10:07 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Kathryn L. Scott, CMC
Acting City Clerk
Minutes prepared by Lisa Pope
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Approved: December 3, 2008