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RANCHO CUCAMONGA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, FIRE DISTRICT AND CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council held a
closed session on Wednesday, December 1, 2010, 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 Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth.
Present were Agency Members/Board Members/Council Members: Diane Williams, Sam Spagnolo,
Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael and PresidenUChair/Mayor Donald
J. Kurth.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; John Gillison, Assistant City Manager; and James
Markman, City Attorney.
B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM S
Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth announced the closed session items:
D1. LABOR NEGOTIATIONS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.2 TO GIVE JOHN
GILLISON, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER, DIRECTION IN REGARDS TO THE MEET AND
CONFER PROCESS-RDA, FIRE, CITY
D2. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FOOTHILL
BOULEVARD, WEST OF ARCHIBALD AVENUE. LINDA D. DANIELS, DEPUTY CITY
MANAGER, NEGOTIATING PARTY FOR THE CITY AND LAMAR -RDA & CITY
D3. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND ARCHIBALD AVENUE; LINDA D. DANIELS, DEPUTY CITY
MANAGER, 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 5:05 p.m.
E. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS
No announcements were made.
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F. RECESS
The closed session recessed at 5:45 p.m. with no action taken.
G. SPECIAL MEETING
CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The Rancho Cucamonga Redevelopment Agency, Fire Protection District and City Council held a
special meeting on Wednesday, December 1, 2010, in the City Council Chambers of the Civic Center
located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. The meeting was called to
order at 6:00 p.m. by Chairman/PresidenUMayor Donald J. Kurth.
Present were Agency Members/Board Members/Council Members: Diane Williams, Sam Spagnolo,
Vice Chairman/Vice PresidenUMayor Pro Tem L. Dennis Michael and PresidenUChair/Mayor Donald
J. Kurth.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; John Gillison, Assistant
City Manager; Linda Daniels, Deputy City Manager; Bill Wittkopf, Public Works Director; Mark Steuer,
Engineering Director; Chris Paxton, Human Resources Director; James Troyer, Planning Director;
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Joe Cusimano, Police Chief; Mike Bell, Fire Chief; Jim
Frost, City Treasurer; Debra McKay, Records ManagerlAssistant City Clerk and Kathy Scott,
Assistant City Clerk.
G3. APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION CERTIFYING MUNICIPAL ELECTION RESULTS
RESOLUTION NO. 10-170
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN SAID CITY ON NOVEMBER 2, 2010,
DECLARING THE RESULTS AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS
PROVIDED BY THE PROVISIONS OF LAW
Jack Lam, City Manager, presented the staff report.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to adopt Resolution No. 10-170 declaring the
results of the General Municipal Election. Motion carried 4-0.
H. ITEMS OF BUSINESS WITH
NEWLY ELECTED OFFICIALS
H1. OATHS OF OFFICE WILL BE ADMINISTERED BY THE HONORABLE JEFFREY KING,
ASSOCIATE JUSTICE, TO THE FOLLOWING:
• L. Dennis Michael, Mayor
• William Alexander, Council Member
• Diane Williams, Council Member
Associate Justice Jeffrey King administered the Oaths of Office.
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I. RECESS
FOLLOWING RECESS, A RECEPTION WILL OCCUR IN THE FOYER OF THE COUNCIL
CHAMBERS TO CONGRATULATE THE ELECTED OFFICIALS. THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING WILL CONVENE AT 7:00 P.M.
The meeting recessed at 6:15 p.m.
J. 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. Chairman/President/Mayor L. Dennis Michael called the meeting to
order at 7:00 p.m.
Present were Agency Members/Board Members/Council Members: Bill Alexander, Diane Williams,
Sam Spagnolo and Chairman/President/Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: Jack Lam, City Manager; James Markman, City Attorney; John Gillison, Assistant
City Manager; Linda Daniels, Deputy City Manager; Bill Wittkopf, Public Works Director; Mark Steuer,
Engineering Director; Chris Paxton, Human Resources Director; James Troyer, Planning Director;
Kevin McArdle, Community Services Director; Joe Pulcinella, Animal Care and Services Director;
Joe Cusimano, Police Chief; Mike Bell, Fire Chief; Jim Frost, City Treasurer; Debra McKay, Records
Manager/Assistant City Clerk and Kathy Scott, Assistant City Clerk.
K. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
K1. Service recognition of Donald J. Kurth for his service as Mayor of the City of Rancho
Cucamonga.
Senator Bob Dutton, former Supervisor Paul Biane and Joe Schumacher and Michelle Alonzo from
the Chamber of Commerce made presentations to Donald Kurth. Mayor Michael also presented a
proclamation and City Tile to Donald Kurth in recognition of his service as Mayor.
K2. Service recognition of Paul Biane for his service as San Bernardino County Second District
Supervisor.
Senator Bob Dutton and Joe Schumacher and Michelle Alonzo from the Chamber of Commerce
made presentations to Paul Biane. Mayor Michael also presented a proclamation to Paul Biane in
recognition of his service to the Second District.
K3. Presentation on "Home for the Holidays Adoption" program.
Joe Pulcinella, Animal Services Director, announced the Home for the Holidays Adoption program
L. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
L1. Mark Monninger indicated that he had received a letter from the City regarding his signs being
in violation of the sign ordinance. Mr. Monninger spoke about the importance of signage in light of
the economic conditions and asked the Council to relax the tough sign ordinances.
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L2. Candice Hughes spoke about providing free introductory GPS and geocache courses at the
Paul Biane Library. www.thecommoneducation.com.
L3. Tammo Wilkens expressed concerns with traffic during the construction on Foothill between
Grove and Vineyard in front of the Casa Blanca Estates. He requested that a flashing red stop light
be installed along with a flashing warning sign.
L4. Jim Frost spoke about Item 06 (Citywide Street Name Sign Replacement). He indicated that
the Council had directed staff many years ago to include the historic community name on the
street sign and showed pictures of these types of signs in the community. Mr. Frost did not see a
consistent standard and suggested that the Council review the matter.
L5. John Lyons appreciated the presence this evening of Justice King, Senator Dutton and former
Supervisor Biane, all of whom had previously served on the City Council. He spoke about the high
approval rating of the General Plan and the recent dinner at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
L6. Dianna Lee announced a fundraiser on December 6, 2010 at Wahoos to raise money for the
Freedom Courtyard.
M. CONSENT CALENDAR-REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
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 Agency Member for discussion.
M1. Approval of Minutes: November 17, 2010 (Regular Meeting)
M2. Approval of Check Register dated November 9 through November 22, 2010, for the total
amount of $716,339.20
M3. Approval to authorize an increase to contract FD 05-006 in an amount of $100,000 to Frey
Environmental, and approve Contract Change Order No. 3 for the Professional Consulting
Services Contract for the Fuel Vapor Remediation at the Jersey Fire Station (174) of a fuel
leak found under dispensers, to be funded from Account No. 2505801-5300.
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Williams, to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff reports. Motion carried 3-1, Alexander abstained.
N. 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 atone time without discussion. Any item may be
removed by a Board Member for discussion.
N1. Approval of Minutes: November 17, 2010 (Regular Meeting)
N2. Approval of Check Register dated November 9 through November 22, 2010, for the total
amount of $163,025.24.
N3. Approval of Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 36 and Street
Light Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for DRC2009-00586, located on the west side of
Hellman Avenue at the intersection of Rancho Street, submitted by the Rancho Cucamonga
Fire Protection District.
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RESOLUTION NO. FD 10-041
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 3B (COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE DISTRICT) FOR
DRC2009-00586
RESOLUTION NO. FD 10-042
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 1 (ARTERIAL STREETS) FOR DRC2009-00586
RESOLUTION NO. FD 10-043
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 6 (COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL) FOR DRC2009-00586
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff reports contained within the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 3-1, Alexander abstained
O. CONSENT CALENDAR- CITY COUNCIL
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial.
They will be acted upon by the Council at one time witnout mscussion. Any rcem may oe
removed by a Council Member for discussion.
01. Approval of Minutes: November 17, 2010
02. Approval of Check Register dated November 9 through November 22, 2010, and payroll
ending November 22, 2010, for the total amount of $3,880,462.34.
03. Approval to authorize the advertising of the "Notice Inviting Bids' for the construction of the
Hermosa Avenue Community Trail and Parkway Landscape from Lemon Avenue to 200 feet
north of Manzanita Drive and Trail Fencing on Archibald Avenue, to be funded from
Beautifications Funds, Account Nos. 1110316-5650/1755110-0 and 1110316-5650/1757110-
0.
RESOLUTION NO. 10-171
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE HERMOSA AVENUE COMMUNITY TRAIL
AND PARKWAY LANDSCAPE FROM LEMON AVENUE TO 200 FEET
NORTH OF MANZANITA DRIVE AND TRAIL FENCING ON ARCHIBALD
AVENUE IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS
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04. Approval to award and authorize the execution of a Professional Services Agreement in the
amount of $59,000 with Advantec Consulting Engineers, Inc. (CO 10-144), and authorize the
expenditure of a 10% contingency in the amount of $5,900 for the design of two traffic
signals and a fiber optic communication system, to be funded from Transportation Funds,
Account Numbers: 1124303-5650/1765124-0, 1124303-5650/1766124-0, and from Street
Light District Number 8, Account Number 1158303-5650/1783158-0.
05. Approval of Ordering the Annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 3B and Street
Light Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 6 for DRC2009-00586, located on the west side of
Hellman Avenue at the intersection of Rancho Street, submitted by the Rancho Cucamonga
Fire Protection District.
RESOLUTION NO. 10-172
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 38 (COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE DISTRICT) FOR
DRC2009-00586
RESOLUTION NO. 10-173
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 1 (ARTERIAL STREETS) FOR DRC2009-00586
RESOLUTION NO. 10-174
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 6 (COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL) FOR DRC2009-00586
06. Approval to accept the bids received and award and authorize the execution of a contract in
the amount of $67,364.15 to the apparent low bidder, Maneri Sign Company, Inc. (CO 10-
145) of Glendora, California, and authorize the expenditure of a contingency in ttie amount
of $7,635,85 for "Citywide Street Name Sign Replacement - FY 10/11" base bid plus
additive bid 1 per the attached bid summary, to be funded from Capital Reserve, Account
No. 1025001-5300 as approved in the FY 2010/2011 budget.
07. Approval of a Reimbursement Agreement (URA-26) for Undergrounding of Existing
Overhead Utilities for Tract 17455 (CO 10-146), located on the north side of 9~" Street, east
of Madrone Avenue, submitted by KB Home, and appropriate $60,880.73 to Account No.
1129303-5650/1026129-0 from Underground Utilities Fund Balance.
RESOLUTION NO. 10-175
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REIMBURSEMENT
AGREEMENT FOR THE UNDERGROUNDING OF EXISTING
OVERHEAD UTILITIES, LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF 9T"
STREET, EAST OF MADRONE AVENUE
08. Approval of the Project Close-Out and Disbursement Agreement for the London Avenue and
Carrari Street Slope Renovation and Erosion Control, Contract No. 09-065, authorize the
City Manager to execute same, and authorize the release of the final payment and retention
in the amount of $13,783.45 to the surety, First Sealord Surety, Inc.
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09. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (CO 10-147) between the San Bernardino
County Sheriffs Department and the City of Rancho Cucamonga for the 2010 Secure Our
Schools Program (COPS Grant).
010. Approval of a Resolution of the City Council ratifying the Fire District's Fire Code Adoption
Ordinance.
RESOLUTION NO. 10-176
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, RATIFYING ORDINANCE NO. FD 50 OF
THE RANCHO CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, THE
DISTRICT'S ADOPTION BY REFERENCE OF THE 2010 CALIFORNIA
FIRE CODE, WITH ERRATA, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN CHANGES,
MODIFICATIONS, AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, AND
EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND
COLLECTION OF FEES; AND REPEALING CONFLICTING
ORDINANCES
011. Approval to release the Faithful Performance Bond retained in lieu of a Maintenance
Guarantee Bond for DRC2006-00633, located on the north side of Foothill Boulevard, west
of Center Avenue, submitted by Rancho Workforce Housing, L.P.
012. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee cash deposit for DRC2008-00587, located
at 8916 Foothill Boulevard, submitted by CRE7, LLC.
013. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee cash deposit for Parcel Map 18797, located
on the east side of Haven Avenue, north of Town Center Drive, submitted by Church Haven
Company, LLC.
014. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Tract 16226, located north of pay
Creek Boulevard, west of Etiwanda Avenue, submitted by Rancho Estates at Etiwanda / AF
37, LLC.
015. Approval to release the Maintenance Guarantee Bond for Tract 17435 (street & storm drain),
located at the south side of Church Street between Center and Haven Avenues, submitted by
KB Home Greater Los Angeles, Inc.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to approve the staff recommendations in the
staff reports.. Motion carried 3-1, Alexander abstained.
P. CONSENT ORDINANCES
The following Ordinances have had public hearings at the time of first reading. Second
readings are expected to be routine and non-controversial. The Agency, Fire Board, or
Council will act upon them at one time without discussion. The City Clerk will read the title.
Any item can be removed for discussion by an Agency Member, Board Member, or Council
Member.
P1. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH A PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT
OF 35 MPH ON FOOTHILL BOULEVARD BETWEEN GROVE AVENUE AND VINEYARD
AVENUE DURING CONSTRUCTION
ORDINANCE NO. 836 (second reading)
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
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MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to adopt Ordinance No. 836 for second
reading. Motion carried 3-1, Alexander abstained
Q. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS
The following items have no legal publication or posting requirements
01. REQUEST TO INITIATE DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT DRC2010-00946 -CITY
OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA - A request to initiate a Development Code Amendment to
review the land uses for farmers markets and related uses and to add a definition and
standards for farmers markets.
Candyce Burnett, Senior Planner presented the staff report.
In response to Council Member Spagnolo and Mayor Michael, Mrs. Burnett noted the areas in which
farmers markets are currently permitted and identified other possible locations. She noted the need to
look at the definition and standards.
In response to Council Member Williams, the Senior Planner outlined the approval process, either
though certification or temporary use permit. She noted that the process could be reviewed as well.
MOTION: Moved by Alexander, seconded by Williams, to direct staff to initiate Development Code
Amendment DRC2010-00946. Motion carried 4-0.
R. COUNCIL BUSINESS
The following items have been requested by the City Council for discussion.
R1. CONSIDERATION AND DISCUSSION OF SELECTION FOR MAYOR PRO TEM
This item was noticed and discussed at a special meeting on December 1, 2010 at 8:30 p.m.
R2. DISCUSSION AND SELECTION OF A PROCESS TO FILL A VACANCY ON THE CITY
COUNCIL
This item was noticed and discussed at a special meeting on December 1, 2010 at 8:30 p.m.
R3. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per Council
Member.)
This item was noticed and discussed at a special meeting on December 1, 2010 at 8:30 p.m.
R4. LEGISLATIVE AND REGIONAL UPDATES (Oral)
Council Member Spagnolo reported that a push in the Senate to ban congressional earmarks recently
failed. He indicated that nothing has changed on the State level and spoke about the passage of
Proposition 20 and the formation of a redistricting commission.
Mayor Michael announced that Omnitrans will be celebrating a new transit hub at Chaffey College on
December 7, 2010. Service is scheduled to start on January 3, 2011.
Council Member Williams reported that the San Bernardino Associated Governments recently
received bids for construction work which were substantially lower than the cost estimates.
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R. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING
This item was noticed and discussed at a special meeting on lecember 1, 2010 at 8:30 p.m.
S. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Michael adjourned the meeting at 8:28 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Debr L. McKay, M~
Assis nt City Clerk/Records Manager
Approved: December 15, 2010
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