HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009/07/15 - MinutesJuly 15, 2009
RANCHO CUCAMONGA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, FIRE DISTRICT AND CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A. >CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire District and City Council held a closed session
on Wednesday, July 15, 2009, in the Tapia Room of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center
Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to order at 5:05 p.m. by Vice
Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael.
Present were Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane
Williams and Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael.
Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth was absent.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; Pamela Easter, Assistant
City Manager; John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services and Linda D. Daniels,
Redevelopment Agency Director.
B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM S
Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael announced the closed session items:
61. LABOR NEGOTIATIONS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.2 TO GIVE JOHN
GILLISON, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER AND PAMELA EASTER, ASSISTANT CITY
MANAGER, DIRECTION IN REGARDS TO THE MEET AND CONFER PROCESS -RDA,
City, Fire
B2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING PENDING LITIGATION PER
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(A) -JAMES BANKS, JR AND MARSHA MEEKS
BANKS V. JT STORM DEVELOPMENT, LLC; SAN BERNARDINO ASSOCIATED
GOVERNMENTS; AND CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CASE NO. RCV-093000
83. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 9561 SAN BERNARDINO ROAD; LINDA D.
DANIELS, RDA DIRECTOR, NEGOTIATING PARTY, REGARDING TERMS OF LEASE -
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 5:05 p.m.
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E. CITY-MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS
No announcements were made.
F. RECESS
The closed session adjourned at 6:45 p.m. with no action taken.
G. REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meeting of the Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District, and City
Council reconvened in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive,
Rancho Cucamonga, California. Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael
called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present were Agencymembers/Boardmembers/Councilmembers: Rex Gutierrez, Sam Spagnolo, Diane
Williams and Vice ChairmanNice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael.
Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth was absent.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; Pamela Easter, Assistant
City Manager; John Gillison, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services; James Troyer, Planning
Director; Mark Steuer, Director of Engineering Services; Mike Bell, Deputy Fire Chief; Chief Joe
Cusimano, Rancho Cucamonga Police Department; Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Joe
Pulcinella, Animal Services Director; Jan Reynolds, City Clerk; Debra McKay, Records
Manager/Assistant City Clerk and Shirr'I Griffin, Deputy City Clerk.
H. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
H1. Announcement of the Putt for Paws Miniature Golf Tournament to benefit the Animal Care and
Adoption Center.
Suzanne Buquet, on behalf of the RC Cares Fundraising Committee, announced the Putt for Paws
Miniature Golf Tournament and sponsorship opportunities.
H2. Announcement of the Healthy RC Dining Program.
Kristen Compean, Administrative Intern with the City Manager's Office, thanked the following
businesses for participating in the Healthy RC Dining Program: Wahoo's Fish Taco, Robek's Juice,
Mel's Drive-In, Red Brick Pizza and The Gourmet Pizza.
H3. Announcement of the National Night Out -August 4, 2009.
Chief Joe Cusimano announced the National Night Out activity, which will be held on August 4, 2009.
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L PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
l1. Bil! Hanlon spoke in support of the military and urged the Council to construct a veteran's
memoria/. He indicated that he wou/d /ike to hold Town Ha/l meetings in the Council Chambers.
Whi/e issues are heard at meetings, no response is given. Last/y, Mr. Han/on stated the negative
publicity from team bui/ding meetings and suggested that the Press not be invited.
12. John Lyons spoke about the need to provide universal health care.
13. Jim Moffatt addressed Items L11 (contract award for window cleaning services) and L12
(contract award for tree maintenance services). He stated that these services should be
provided by local businesses. In response, City Attorney Jim Markman addressed the public bid
process.
J. CONSENT CALENDAR-REDEVELOPMENTAGENCY
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial.
They will be acted upon by the Agency at one time without discussion. Any item may be
removed by an Agencymember for discussion.
J1. Approval of Minutes: June 22, 2009 (Special Meeting re Council Teambuilding)
June 23, 2009 (Special Meeting re Red Hill Traffic)
July 1, 2009 (Regular Meeting)
J2. Approval of Check Register dated June 24 through July 7, 2009, for the total amount of
$824,872.30.
J3. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids" for the construction and
fabrication of Wayfinding Directional Guide Signs, to be funded from Account No. 2620801-
5110.
RESOLUTION NO. RA 09-013
A RESOLUTION OF THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE DIRECTION GUIDE SIGN PROJECT IN
SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO
ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Gutierrez, to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 4-0-1, Chairman Kurth was
absent.
K. CONSENT CALENDAR -FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They will be
acted upon by the Fire Board at one time without discussion. Any item may be removed by a
Boardmember for discussion.
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K1. Approval of Minutes: June 22, 2009 (Special Meeting re Council Teambuilding)
June 23, 2009 (Special Meeting re Red Hill Traffic)
July 1, 2009 (Regular Meeting)
K2. Approval of Check Register dated June 24 through July 7, 2009, for the total amount of
$191,692.54.
K3. Approval to adopt a Resolution declaring results of a Special Election in Community Facilities
District No. 85-1, Annexation No. 09-4 (Alta Loma Animal Hospital - APNs 0202-161-10, 11 &
20). (REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY BOARDMEMBER WILLIAMS)
RESOLUTION NO. FD 09-035
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. 85-1, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A
SPECIAL ELECTION IN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 85-1,
ANNEXATION NO. 09-4 AND ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF SUCH
PROPERTY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 85-1
K4. Approval to amend the Plan document of the Fire Management Employees ICMA Section
401-A Plan to permit loans from the plan.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 09-036
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE PLAN DOCUMENT OF THE FIRE
MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES' ICMA SECTION 401-A PLAN (ICMA-RC
PLAN #10-7143) AS ORIGINALLY APPROVED UNDER RESOLUTION FD
98-018
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Gutierrez, to approve the staff recommendations in the
remaining staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 4-0-1, President Kurth
was absent.
K3. Approval to adopt a Resolution declaring results of a Special Election in Community Facilities
District No. 85-1, Annexation No. 09-4 (Alta Loma Animal Hospital - APNs 0202-161-10, 11 &
20). (PULLED FOR DISCUSSION)
RESOLUTION NO. FD 09-035
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. 85-1, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A
SPECIAL ELECTION IN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 85-1,
ANNEXATION NO. 09-4 AND ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF SUCH
PROPERTY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 85-1
Boardmember Williams stated that the property owner should be told that the property needs to be
maintained in this interim period before the improvements are made.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Gutierrez, to approve the staff recommendation in the staff
report. Motion carried 4-0-1, President Kurth was absent.
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L. CONSENT CALENDAR-CITY COUNCIL
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and noncontroversial. They
will be acted upon by the Council at one time without discussion. Any item may be removed
by a Councilmember for discussion.
L1. Approval of Minutes: June 22, 2009 (Special Meeting re Council Teambuilding)
June 23, 2009 (Special Meeting re Red Hill Traffic)
July 1, 2009 (Regular Meeting)
L2. Approval of Check Register dated June 24 through July 7, 2009, and payroll ending July 7,
2009, for the total amount of $3,835,912.65.
L3. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids' for the construction of
Etiwanda Avenue and Rochester Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation from Arrow Route to
Foothill Boulevard, to be funded from Prop 1 B Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 09-141
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE ETIWANDA AVENUE AND ROCHESTER
AVENUE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM ARROW ROUTE TO
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD 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 construction of Valle
Vista Drive Sidewalks Adjacent to Valle Vista Elementary School, to be funded from Safe
Routes to School Grant and Beautification Funds.
RESOLUTION NO. 09-142
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE VALLE VISTA DRIVE SIDEWALKS,
ADJACENT TO VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN SAID CITY
AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE
TO RECEIVE BIDS
L5. Approval of progress report on Development Impact Fee Deferral Program between the City of
Rancho Cucamonga and participating developers.
L6. Approval to amend Fiscal Year 2009/2010 appropriations for Landscape Maintenance District
Nos. 1, 2, 3A, 36, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.
L7. Approval of Community Services Update Report.
L8. Approval for the purchase of one (1) 17,000 GVWR crew cab dump/stake bed truck from
Sunrise Ford of Fontana, California, as per request for bid ("RFB") #09/10-002 in the amount
of $43,780.03 from Acct. No. 1712001-5604 (Vehicle and Equipment Replacement Fund).
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L9. Approval to renew Contract No. 06-180 on a month-to-month basis with ABM Janitorial
Services for the cleaning of Citywide facilities in the amount of $723,845 ($653,845 annual
contract plus $20,000 extra work allowance and $50,000 in supplies) for Fiscal Year
2009/2010 with no increase from Fiscal Year 2008/2009 rates, to be funded from Acct. Nos.
1001312-5304 (Contract Services, Facilities) and 1700201-5304 (Contract Services,
Facilities).
L10. Approval of the Third Amendment to Agreement and Exclusive Permit (CO 85-085) with
Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc., for the collection, disposal, and processing of refuse,
recyclables, and green waste within residential service areas one, two, three, and four in the
City of Rancho Cucamonga and First Amendment to Agreement and Non-Exclusive Permit
(CO 86-067, CO 86-068, and CO 86-069) for the collection, disposal, and processing of
commercial and industrial refuse, recyclables, and green waste within the City of Rancho
Cucamonga. (REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCILMEMBER SPAGNOLO)
L11. Approval to award a contract renewal (CO 07-124) to Ellis Enterprises of Los Alamitos for
window cleaning services for various City facilities for Fiscal Year 2009/2010, with the option to
renew for an additional one (1) year period upon mutual consent by the City Manager and
Contractor, in an annual amount of $81,720 plus $10,000 extra work, with no cost increase for
Fiscal Year 2009/2010, to be funded from Acct. No. 1001312-5304.
L12. Approval to award a contract renewal (CO 08-162) to United Pacific Service, Inc. (UPS) of La
Habra for Citywide tree maintenance services for Fiscal Year 2009/2010, upon mutual consent
by the City Manager and Contractor, in an annual amount of $582,850 plus $10,000 extra
work, with no cost increase for Fiscal Year 2009/2010, to be funded from various City accounts
as approved in the Fiscal Year 2009/2010 Budget.
L13. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of the contract in
the amount of $297,579.38 to the apparent low bidder, UST Development, Inc., (CO 09-257),
and authorize the expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $29,757.94 for the
Wilson Avenue Landscaping and Trail from Carnelian Avenue to east of Carnelian Avenue, to
be funded from Beautification Funds, Acct. No. 1110-316-5650/1364110-0 and Measure "I"
Funds, Acct. No. 1176303-5650/1364176-0 and appropriate $190,000 to Acct. No. 1110316-
5650/1364110-0 and $145,000 to Acct. No. 1176303-5650/1364176-0 from Beautification and
Measure "I" fund balances, respectively.
L14. Approval of an Assignment and Assumption of Lease and Consent to Lease Agreement
between Valley Baseball Club, Inc., Rancho Baseball, LLC, Henry E. Stickney, Robert A. Brett
and the City of Rancho Cucamonga (CO 09-253) relating to the Transfer of the Lease
Agreement for the Quakes Baseball Team.
L15. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Irrevocable Standby
Letter of Credit, accept a Maintenance cash deposit and file a Notice of Completion for
improvements for DRC2003-01085, located on the south side of 7'" Street at the cul-de-sac
terminus east of Archibald Avenue, submitted by Scheu Management Corporation
RESOLUTION NO. 09-143
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR DRC2003-01085 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING
OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
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L16. Approval to accept Improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a
Maintenance Bond and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for DRC2005-00703,
located at 8578 Pecan Avenue, submitted by Gordon Trucking, Inc.
RESOLUTION NO. 09-144
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR DRC2005-00703 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING
OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
L17. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Parcel Map 17077, located on the
southeast corner of Day Creek Boulevard and Foothill Boulevard, submitted by Foothill
Crossing Rancho, LLC.
L18. Approval to accept improvements, release the Faithful Performance Bond, accept a
Maintenance Bond and file a Notice of Completion for improvements for Tract Map 16716,
located on the east side of Etiwanda Avenue between Etiwanda Intermediate School and
Etiwanda Railway Station, submitted by Monte San Savino, LLC.
RESOLUTION NO. 09-145
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR TRACT 16716 AND AUTHORIZING THE FILING
OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE WORK
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Gutierrez, to approve the remaining staff recommendations
in the staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 4-0-1, Mayor Kurth was
absent.
L10. Approval of the Third Amendment to Agreement and Exclusive Permit (CO 85-085) with
Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc., for the collection, disposal, and processing of refuse,
recyclables, and green waste within residential service areas one, two, three, and four in the
City of Rancho Cucamonga and First Amendment to Agreement and Non-Exclusive Permit
(CO 86-067, CO 86-068, and CO 86-069) for the collection, disposal, and processing of
commercial and industrial refuse, recyclables, and green waste within the City of Rancho
Cucamonga. (PULLED FOR DISCUSSION)
Councilmember Spagnolo requested that Linda Ceballos, Environmental Program Manager, address
the third amendment to the agreement with Burrtec Waste Industries. In response, Linda Ceballos
briefed the City Council and the audience as to the benefits to the community that this third amendment
to the agreement would provide.
MOTION: Moved by Gutierrez, seconded by Williams, to approve the staff recommendation in the staff
report. Motion carried 4-0-1, Mayor Kurth was absent.
M. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT.
The following items have been advertised andlor posted as public hearings as required by
law. The Chair will open the meeting to receive public testimony.
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M1.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 09-037
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
CALIFORNIA, FIXING A FINAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1,
2009 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2010
Jack Lam, City Manager, presented the staff report.
Vice Chairman Michael opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to speak, Vice Chairman
Michael closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Gutierrez, to adopt Resolution No. FD 09-037. Motion
carried 4-0-1, Chairman Kurth was absent.
M2.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 09-038
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
CALIFORNIA, MAKING CERTAIN DETERMINATIONS REGARDING THE
PROPOSED ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY (ANNEXATION NO. 09-5) TO
AN EXISTING COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (CFD 85-1) AND
CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION AND AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL
OF THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF
SUCH TERRITORY
Jack Lam, City Manager, presented the staff report.
Vice Chairman Michael opened the public hearing. With no one wishing to speak, Vice Chairman
Michael closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Gutierrez, to adopt Resolution No. FD 09-038. Motion
carried 4-0-1, Chairman Kurth was absent.
N. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY COUNCIL "
The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required by
law. The Mayor will open the meeting to receive public testimony.
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N1.
RESTAURANT - To consider revocation of a conditional use permit for the serving of distilled
spirits in conjunction with a restaurant use located at 9740 19`h Street -APN: 1076-011-10.
(CONTINUED FROM MARCH 4, 2009)
RESOLUTION NO. 09-146
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICANT'S APPEAL
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT NO. CUP 87-06 FOR THE SERVING OF DISTILLED
SPIRITS IN CONJUNCTION WITH A RESTAURANT, LOCATED IN THE
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT AT 9740 19T" STREET; AND
MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF-APN: 1076-011-10
Tabe Van der Zwaag, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael opened the public hearing.
Bruce Allen, Esq. Attorney for Pepper's Restaurant thanked the City Council for allowing the business
time to regain compliance. He concurred with the additional conditions in the Conditional Use Permit
and the staff recommendation.
John Lyons concurred with the proposed action.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to adopt Resolution No. 09-146. Motion carried
4-0-1, Mayor Kurth was absent.
N2. DEVELOPMENT CODE TEXT AMENDMENT DRC2009-00452 - CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA - A proposed amendment to the Development Code, amending Section
17.14.040 to clarify that the Victoria Gardens Master Plan shall control the development
process in the VGMP area for the Victoria Gardens Regional Mixed Use Lifestyle Center,
located in the eastern portion of the City of Rancho Cucamonga bordered by Foothill
Boulevard to the south, Church Street to the north, Day Creek Boulevard to the west and
Interstate I-15 to the east. Related Files: Environmental Impact Report DRC2008-00381,
General Plan Amendment DRC2008-00384, Victoria Community Plan Amendment DRC2008-
00383, Victoria Arbors Master Plan Amendment DRC2009-00146, Victoria Gardens Master
Plan Amendment DRC2009-00145 and Development Agreement Amendment DRC2008-
00385. This item will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.
ORDINANCE NO. 817 (first reading)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE
AMENDMENT DRC2009-00452 A REQUEST TO AMEND SECTION
17.14.040. F. TO CLARIFY THAT THE VICTORIA GARDENS MASTER
PLAN SHALL CONTROL THE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS IN THE VGMP
AREA FOR THE VICTORIA GARDENS REGIONAL MIXED USE
LIFESTYLE CENTER, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF
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Candyce Bernett, Senior Planner, presented the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael dpened the public hearing.
John Lyons expressed a concern with the number of parking stalls to be provided and the impact of the
lack of parking would have on the retail center.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Gutierrez, to waive full reading of Ordinance No. 817 and
set second reading for August 5, 2009. Motion carried 4-0-1, Mayor Kurth was absent.
O. COUNCIL BUSINESS
The following items have been requested by the City Council for discussion.
01. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per
Councilmember.)
Councilmember Spagnolo stated that he had attended the groundbreaking ceremony of San Sevine
Villas. Contrary to the article in the newspaper, Councilmember Spagnolo noted that the City has been
involved in workforce housing projects for 20 years. These projects have been very well received by the
community.
Councilmember Gutierrez indicated that he attended a wonderful 4`" of July celebration. He noted that
the Islamic Center hosted an outstanding blood drive and health fair on July 12, 2009. Lastly,
Councilmember Gutierrez addressed how the economy was impacting the City.
Councilmember Williams commented on the Pacific Electric Trail and encouraged the audience to pick
up a copy of the Bicycling & Trail Guide.
Mayor Pro Tem Michael commented on the Rancho Cucamonga Women's Club Past President Tree
Planting ceremony at Red Hill Park. He requested that Councilmember Spagnolo give an update on the
State budget talks. Currently, the Legislature is proposing to seize $35 million in Redevelopment
funding, $2.3 million in Proposition IA funding and $2.8 million in gas tax receipts. City Manager Jack
Lam noted that loss of this money would result in drastic cuts to services.
02. DESIGNATION OF A VOTING REPRESENTATIVE AND ALTERNATES FOR THE LEAGUE
OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL MEETING
Fabian Villenas, Principal Management Analyst, presented the staff report.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Gutierrez, to designate Councilmember Spagnolo as the
Voting Delegate. Mayor Pro Tem Michael was designated as the primary alternate with Mayor Kurth or
Mr. Villenas serving as the second alternate. Motion carried 4-0-1, Mayor Kurth was absent.
P. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
No items were identified.
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Q.' ADJOURNMENT . •
Mayor Kurth adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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D ra L. McKay, MMC
As istant City Clerk/Records Manager
Approved: August 5, 2009
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