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RANCHO CUCAMONGA
CITY COUNCIL, FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CLOSED SESSION,
REGULAR MEETINGS MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga City Council held a regular closed session on Wednesday, September 17, 2014
in the Tapia Room at the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga,
California. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Present were Council Members: Bill Alexander, Diane Williams, Marc Steinorth, Mayor Pro Tem Sam
Spagnolo and Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; City Attorney Jim Markman; Linda Daniels, Assistant
City Manager; Lori Sassoon, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services; Jeff Bloom, Deputy City
Manager/Economic and Community Development and Robert Neiuber, Human Resource Manager.
B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
The following closed session items were considered:
D1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR ROBERT NEIUBER AND LIEBERT CASSIDY
WHITMORE PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54954.2 REGARDING LABOR
NEGOTIATIONS WITH SAN BERNARDINO PUBLIC EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION.
D2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 54956.8 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 12400 ARROW ROUTE
(APN 0229-021-60-0000); NEGOTIATING PARTIES JOHN GILLISON, CITY MANAGER AND
JEFF BLOOM, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER AND OMNITRANS; REGARDING PRICE AND
TERMS.
Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo left the room during the discussion of Item D3.
D3. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 5546 WEST BERYL AVENUE, AND
GENERALLY REFERRED TO AS THE HERITAGE PARK EQUESTRIAN CENTER;
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: NETTIE NIELSEN,COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR;WILLIAM
WITTKOPF, PUBLIC WORKS SERVICES DIRECTOR, CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
AND THE ALTA LOMA RIDING CLUB; REGARDING LEASE TERMS.
D4. CONFERENCE WITH PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
54956.8 FOR VARIES PARK PROPERTIES THROUGHOUT THE CITY GENERALLY;
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: NETTIE NIELSEN,COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR;WILLIAM
WITTKOPF, PUBLIC WORKS SERVICES DIRECTOR, CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
AND THE CHAFFEY JOINT UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT; REGARDING LEASE TERMS.
C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
No public communications were made.
E. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS
No discussion or actions were taken.
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F. RECESS I
CLOSED SESSION TO RECESS TO THE REGULAR FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, PUBLIC
FINANCING AUTHORITY AND CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL
CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL, LOCATED AT 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE, RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
CALIFORNIA.
The closed session recessed at 5:45 p.m. with no action taken.
G. SPECIAL MEETING CALL TO ORDER
The Rancho Cucamonga City Council held a special meeting on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 in the
City Council Chambers at the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga,
California. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Present were Council Members: Bill Alexander, Diane Williams, Marc Steinorth, Mayor Pro Tem Sam
Spagnolo and Mayor L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; Debra McNay, Assistant City Clerk/Records Manager
and Adrian Garcia, Assistant City Clerk.
H. ITEMS OF BUSINESS I
H1. Presentation of Certificates of Recognition to Little League Baseball"All-Star"Teams
A. Intermediate Division —Vineyard Little League All-Stars
District 71 Champions
Mayor Michael presented certificates of recognition and congratulated the All-Stars on their
achievements.
B. Majors Division—Vineyard Little League All Stars
District 71 Champions and Section 8 Champions
Mayor Michael presented certificates of recognition and congratulated the All-Stars on their
achievements.
C. 11 Year Old Division— Deer Canyon Little League All-Stars
District 71 Champions and Section 8 Champions
Mayor Michael presented certificates of recognition and congratulated the All-Stars on their
achievements.
H2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION ON ITEM LISTED ON THE SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA.
No public communications were made.
I. RECESS I
THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL CONVENE AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL
CHAMBERS AT CITY HALL, LOCATED AT 10500 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE, RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA.
The special meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
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G. REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
The meetings of the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District, Successor Agency, Financing Authority
and City Council reconvened in the Council Chambers of the Civic Center located at 10500 Civic Center
Drive, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Mayor L. Dennis Michael called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present were Council/Fire Protection District Members: Bill Alexander, Diane Williams, Marc Steinorth,
Mayor Pro TemNice President Sam Spagnolo and Mayor/President L. Dennis Michael.
Also present were: John Gillison, City Manager; City Attorney Jim Markman; Linda Daniels, Assistant
City Manager; Mark Steuer, City Engineer; City Treasurer Jim Frost; Nettie Nielsen, Community Services
Director; Police Chief Tony Onodera, Chief Mike Costello; Debra McNay, Assistant City Clerk/Records
Manager and Adrian Garcia, Assistant City Clerk.
H. ANNOUNCEMENTS/PRESENTATIONS I
K1. Recognition of Jacob Fakhoury for his Eagle Scout project at Hellman Fire Station 177.
Mayor Michael presented a certificate of achievement to Jacob and thanked him for his project.
K2. Recognition of Dr. Harvey Cohen for conducting the "The Doctor Is In" senior health
lectures at the senior center.
Mayor Michael presented a certificate of achievement to Dr. Cohen and thanked him for offering health
lectures at the senior center.
K3. Proclamation Declaring September 2014"Adult Literacy Awareness Month".
Mayor Michael presented a proclamation to Allen Callaci, Literacy Services Librarian declaring
September as"Adult Literacy Awareness Month".
Director of Public Works Services Bill Wittkopf announced the City Council Chambers Media Systems
Restoration Project and that the City Council meeting will temporarily be relocated to the Cucamonga
Valley Water District board room.
Principal Management Analyst Fabian Villenas announced that the City is accepting applications for
individuals to serve on the new Landscape Maintenance District (LMD) Citizens' Oversight Committee.
The deadline to submit an application to the City Clerk's office is Friday, October 10, 2014 at 6:00 pm.
L. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS I
L1. Teresa Akihoshi reported that the Library will be hosting an Hispanic Cultural Arts night on
Friday, September 19, 2014, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. She reported that the Library will be
celebrating 20 years of award-winning City Library services on Friday, September 26, 2014 at
7:00 p.m. Lastly, she invited the Council and the audience to"A Night to Remember",which will
be held on October 4, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
L2. Jim Moffatt expressed a concern with the signage at the parks and the temporarily closure of
the restrooms at Heritage Park. He asked that the restrooms be opened.
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L3. Melissa Schweigert reported on the August 27th Animal Shelter Bark in the Park, noting that
initially the shelter turned away her request to volunteer. She received a second e-mail, and was
told that it was okay to volunteer as someone else can cancelled. Only 9 dogs were available at
the event.
L4. Allison Krieder noted that the No Dog Left Behind Event had been cancelled due to the heat.
However, it was later rescheduled for the morning hour. Some of these dogs have only been
walked a short time. She noted the need for volunteers. The Shelter is losing more volunteers
than it is training.
L5. Dana Keithly spoke about the interaction of volunteers over the past several years. She stressed
the need to support the animals.
L6. Ondra Gilbertson noted that shelter killing is the leading cause of death for dogs in the United
States. She introduced Mr. Winograd's film, Redemption: The Film. Initially, the Council
approved a No Kill shelter and now these words have been erased from all literature.
L7. David Dykstra spoke against the war in Iraq and Syria. He requested that the agenda format be
changed to move Announcements/Presentations after public comments. Also, the 3 minute rule
should be extended to 5 minutes for all speakers.
L8. Jim Frost requested that M7 and P14 be removed for discussion. Regarding M7, he noted that
these meetings will occur just before the next election. He noted that the timing is unfortunate
and suggested that at a minimum, a statement be made on Channel 3.
L9. David Cerboni announced the Sons of Italy 7th Annual Pasta Meatball Dinner, to be held on
Sunday, October 26, 2014 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event will be held at Antonino's
Ristorante from 7:00—9:00 p.m.
L10. John Lyons noted that the Animal Center offers the best services in the County. He stated that
he will be supporting all incumbents at the November election. Also, Mr. Lyons invited everyone
to attend the carnival at Sacred Heart Church this weekend.
L11. Janet Walton offered a prayer.
L12. Susan Keithly invited the City Council and City Manager to see Redemption. She noted that
there is a grass roots revolution towards No Kill Centers.
L13. Bill Hanlon noted the animal rights people should be able to freely express their mind. He noted
that the Council Chamber renovation should be postponed until after the election.
CONSENT CALENDARS:
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They
will be acted upon by the Fire Board/Successor Agency/Authority Board/Council at one time
without discussion. Any item may be removed by a Fire Board/Successor Agency/Authority
Board/Council Member for discussion.
M. CONSENT CALENDAR - FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
Mi. Approval of Minutes: September 2, 2014 (Special Meeting)
September 3, 2014 (Regular Meeting -CANCELLED)
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M2. Approval of Check Register dated August 27, 2014 through September 9, 2014 for the total of
$70,648.47.
M3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of August 31, 2014.
M4. Adoption of Annual Statement of Investment Policy.
M5. Approval of a Resolution Updating the Fire Agencies Insurance Risk Authority (FAIRA) JPA
Governing Board of Directors Appointed Representative.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 14-045
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
CALIFORNIA, MAKING AN APPOINTMENT OF ITS REPRESENTATIVE(S)
TO THE FIRE AGENCIES INSURANCE RISK AUTHORITY (FAIRA)
GOVERNING BOARD OF DIRECTORS
M6. Approval to award a Single Source Professional Services Agreement with Newcomb,Anderson,
and McCormick for solar energy engineering services in the amount not to exceed $65,400
funded from account 1025001-5300 (Capitol Reserve/Central Park), 1333303-5300
(LMD#3B/Metrolink), and 3288501-5300(Capital Improvement/Fire Stations); and authorize the
appropriation of$13,080 from Fund 1700312-5300 (Epicenter) for the additional solar site.
M7. Approval of a Resolution Temporarily Changing the Time and Place of Fire District and City
Council Meetings
RESOLUTION NO. FD 14-048
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, COUNTY OF SAN
BERNARDINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING THE DAYS,TIME
AND PLACE OF TEMPORARY REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
M8. Accept the proposal received, award and authorize the execution of a contract in the amount
not to exceed $270,000 for the "City Council Chambers Media Systems Restoration Project" in
accordance with RFP $14/15-101, to Spinitar of La Mirada and authorize the expenditure of a
20%contingency in the amount of$54,000 to be funded from 1025001-5602(City Capital Outlay
— Building and Improvements - $270,000) and 3288501-5602 (Fire Protection District Capital
Outlay— Building and Improvements-$54,000); and approve an appropriation in the amount of
$270,000 from the City Capital Reserve Account Fund (025) into account 1025001-5602 and
approve an appropriation in the amount of $54,000 from the Fire District Capital Reserves
Account Fund (288) into account 3288501-5602.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to approve the staff recommendations in the staff
reports. Motion carried 5-0.
IN. CONSENT CALENDAR - PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
N1. Approval of Minutes: September 2, 2014 (Special Meeting)
September 3, 2014 (Regular Meeting -CANCELLED)
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to approve the minutes. Motion carried 5-0.
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IO. CONSENT CALENDAR - PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY I
01. Approval of Minutes: September 2, 2014 (Special Meeting)
September 3, 2014 (Regular Meeting -CANCELLED)
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Spagnolo, to approve the minutes. Motion carried 5-0.
P. CONSENT CALENDAR - CITY COUNCIL
P1. Approval of Minutes: September 2, 2014 (Special Meeting)
September 3, 2014 (Regular Meeting -CANCELLED)
P2. Approval of Check Register dated August 27, 2014 through September 9, 2014 and payroll
ending September 9, 2014 for the total of$5,364,264.07.
P3. Approval to receive and file current Investment Schedule as of August 31, 2014.
P4. Approval to adopt Annual Statement of Investment Policy.
P5. Approval of a Resolution adopting a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of
Rancho Cucamonga and the San Bernardino Public Employees Association for the period
2014-2017.
RESOLUTION NO. 14-166
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA
AND THE SAN BERNARDINO PUBLIC EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION
RELATIVE TO WAGES, BENEFITS AND OTHER TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2014
THROUGH JUNE 30, 2017.
P6. Approval to award a Single Source Professional Services Agreement with Newcomb,
Anderson, and McCormick for solar energy engineering in the amount of $65,400 funded
from account 1025000-5300 (Capitol Reserve/Central Park), 1333303-5300
(LMD#3B/Metrolink), and 3288501-5300 (Capital Improvement/Fire Stations); and
authorize the appropriation of $10,900 from Fund 1700000-5300 (Epicenter) for the
additional solar site.
P7. Approval of specifications for the Parks Painting Project and authorize the City Clerk to
advertise the "Notice Inviting Bids", to be funded from accounts: 1130303-5300 (LMD 1),
1131303-5300 (LMD 2), 1133303-5300 (LMD 3B), 1134303-5300 (LMD 4), 1140303-5300
(LMD 10) and 1868203-5300(CFD 2000-03).
RESOLUTION NO. 14-167
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PARKS
PAINTING PROJECT IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS
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P8. Approval of a resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California to
decline establishing a procurement target for energy storage systems for the Rancho
Cucamonga Municipal Utility.
RESOLUTION NO. 14-168
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA APPROVING TO DECLINE ESTABLISHING A
PROCUREMENT TARGET FOR ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR THE
RANCHO CUCAMONGA MUNICIPAL UTILITY
P9. A request to vacate a portion of the north side of 24th Street located west of Haven Avenue
and south of Arrow Route APNs 209-122-19,-18.
RESOLUTION NO. 14-169
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA SUMMARILY ORDERING THE VACATION OF EXCESS
RIGHTS-OF-WAY INCLUDING A 10-FOOT WIDTH ON THE NORTH SIDE
OF 24TH STREET LOCATED WEST OF HAVEN AVENUE AND SOUTH OF
ARROW ROUTE APNs 209-122-19,-18
P10. A request to vacate a portion of the south side of 25th Street located west of Haven Avenue
and south of Arrow Route APNs 209-104-02,-37
RESOLUTION NO. 14-170
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA SUMMARILY ORDERING THE VACATION OF EXCESS
RIGHTS-OF-WAY INCLUDING A 10-FOOT WIDTH ON THE SOUTH SIDE
OF 25TH STREET LOCATED WEST OF HAVEN AVENUE AND SOUTH OF
ARROW ROUTE APNs 209-104-02,-37
P11. Release of Maintenance Guarantee Bond No. 7635157 in the amount of$48,477.32, for the
FY 2012/2013 Local Street Pavement Rehabilitation — Overlay of Various Streets
project, Contract No. 13-093.
P12. Approval of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga, California,
adopting the Measure "I" Five Year Capital Project Needs Analysis for Fiscal Years
2015/2016 through 2019/2020:
RESOLUTION NO. 14-171
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE MEASURE "I" FIVE YEAR
CAPITAL PROJECT NEEDS ANALYSIS FOR FISCAL YEARS 2015/2016
THROUGH 2019/2020
P13. Approval of Map, Improvement Agreement, Improvement Securities, Monumentation Cash
Deposit and ordering the annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 and Street Light
Maintenance District Nos. 1 and 2 for Tract Map 18870, located about 525 feet east of
Etiwanda Avenue, at the north side of Arrow Route, submitted by Lennar Homes of
California, Inc.
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RESOLUTION NO. 14-172
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL MAP, IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT, IMPROVEMENT SECURITIES AND MONUMENTATION
CASH DEPOSIT FOR TRACT 18870
RESOLUTION NO. 14-173
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF
CERTAIN TERRITORY TO LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1
FOR TRACT 18870
RESOLUTION NO. 14-174
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.
1 (ARTERIAL STREETS) FOR TRACT 18870
RESOLUTION NO. 14-175
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.
2 FOR TRACT 18870
P14. Approval of plans, specifications and estimates and to authorize the advertising of the
Notice Inviting Bids for the "Day Creek Channel and Deer Creek Channel Bike Trail
Improvements", to be funded from Funds 214 (Transportation Development Act) and 198
(City-Wide Infrastructure Improvements).
RESOLUTION NO. 14-176
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE
"DAY CREEK CHANNEL AND DEER CREEK CHANNEL BIKE TRAIL
IMPROVEMENTS" IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS
P14. Approval of a Resolution Temporarily Changing the Time and Place of Fire District and City
Council Meetings
RESOLUTION NO. 14-180
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, DETERMINING THE DAYS, TIME AND PLACE OF
TEMPORARY REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
P15. Accept the proposal received, award and authorize the execution of a contract in the amount
not to exceed $270,000 for the "City Council Chambers Media Systems Restoration Project" in
accordance with RFP $14/15-101, to Spinitar of La Mirada and authorize the expenditure of a
20%contingency in the amount of$54,000 to be funded from 1025001-5602(City Capital Outlay
— Building and Improvements - $270,000) and 3288501-5602 (Fire Protection District Capital
Outlay—Building and Improvements-$54,000); and approve an appropriation in the amount of
$270,000 from the City Capital Reserve Account Fund (025) into account 1025001-5602 and
approve an appropriation in the amount of $54,000 from the Fire District Capital Reserves
Account Fund (288) into account 3288501-5602.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Steinorth, to approve the staff recommendations in the staff
reports. Motion carried 5-0.
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Q. 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.
Q1. Consideration to approve a Resolution setting rates for residential and commercial/industrial
refuse and recycling collection within the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
RESOLUTION NO. 14-179
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, SETTING RATES FOR RESIDENTIAL AND
COMMERCIAUINDUSTRIAL REFUSE AND RECYCLING COLLECTION
WITHIN THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA.
Linda Ceballos, Environmental Program Manager, presented the staff report.
Michael Arreguin, Vice President of Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc. addressed the City Council on the
proposed rate increase. He noted that the last increase was in 2011 and spoke about spreading out the
cost increases as much as possible. This proposed increase is a CPI increase and also addresses some
ongoing costs.
In response to Mayor Michael's concern with the impact to small businesses, Mr. Arreguin addressed the
possibility of postponing this decision until next year. These rates are designed to go into effect January
1, 2015; however, Mr. Arreguin stated that the company would be open to coming back in the spring with
a similar request if necessary. However, he hoped that existing customers would take advantage of one
of the City's programs.
Council Member Steinorth appreciated the concern with small businesses but thought that the proposed
increase was reasonable. He inquired on the company's plan for future rate increases. Mr.Arreguin noted
that he could make a commitment to a six month delay, but not longer than that. After that, the City could
expect the next rate increase for at least 24 months after the effective date.
Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo referenced trash scavengers and wondered if recycling/green waste revenue
is applied to commercial properties as it is with residential customers. In response, Mr. Arreguin
confirmed the impact to the rate payers as a result of scavenging. The bin is provided to commercial
customers at no cost and it is important that the contents of that bin compensate for the cost. Also, he
noted the need to be compliant with State programs. Mr. Arreguin indicated that Burrtec is working with
the County District Attorney's office to see what steps can be taken to minimize scavenging.
Council Member Alexander noted that Burrtec has consistently partnered with the City. He indicated that
he recently took a load of trash to the dump and spent$72.00 in the process. Council Member Alexander
supported this minimal rate increase.
Council Member Williams appreciated the large item curb pickup program as this is a major benefit to the
community. In response to Council Member Williams, Mr. Arreguin confirmed that all vehicles have been
converted to CNG several years ago. He appreciated the partnership with the City. In response to Mayor
Michael, Mr.Arreguin noted that a plan is being developed in conjunction with the District Attorney's office
to address scavenging. Mayor Michael appreciated this solid partnership with Burrtec.
Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo inquired about the protest letters. Mrs. Ceballos indicated that four protest
letters were from residents and one from a business.
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In response to Council Member Williams, Mr.Arreguin did not know how the postponement would impact
rates and would need further discussion to determine what would be proposed in six months.
Mayor Michael opened the public hearing.
Victor Muniz was concerned with staff recommendations for a rate increase based on survey data and
CPI. He noted that Burrtec should be responsible for making this request and provide data on their cost,
overhead and profit. Scavenging is insignificant and Burrtec is making money hand over fist.
Recommendations should be made based on hard numbers provided by Burrtec. Also, bids should be
solicited for this service.
Jim Moffatt appreciated Burrtec's service to the community. He agreed that staff should be acting as a
neutral party rather than making recommendations. Also, Mr. Moffatt wondered why the protests didn't
go to Burrtec rather than staff.
John Lyons took his trash to the dump for close to 35 years. He really appreciated the money that he is
saving with mandatory pickup and the senior discount. Mr. Lyons noted that Burrtec does an excellent
job. The regular rates and cheaper than taking the trash to the dump. He recommended approving the
rate tonight but not enforce the rate until March 1, 2015. Mr. Lyons indicated that City staff is needed to
manage this matter.
Mayor Michael closed the public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo wondered if the rate could be extended until March 1, 2015. In response, Mrs.
Ceballos noted that Burrtec would need to respond. She noted that it wouldn't change the public hearing
or the Prop. 218 process.
MOTION: Moved by Williams, seconded by Steinorth, to adopt Resolution No. 14-179 setting the rates
for residential and commercial/industrial refuse and recycling collection effective January 1, 2015.
Council Member Alexander noted that staff does not take a suggestion with Burrtec and then run with it.
Mayor Michael noted that this matter went through a detailed discussion at the Public Works
Subcommittee.
Motion carried 5-0.
Q2. Environmental Assessment and Zoning Map Amendment DRC2013-00887 — Manning
Homes: A request to change the zoning designation of part of a property about 7.16 acres
located between Archibald Avenue and Ramona Avenue, at the north side of the Pacific
Electric Inland Empire Trail, about 1,400 feet north of Base Line Road from Low Medium
(LM) Residential to Medium (M) Residential District in conjunction with a proposed 46-lot
subdivision; APN: 1076-181-01. Related files: Pre-Application Review DRC2013-00545,
Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18912, Development Review DRC2013-01083, Tree Removal
Permit DRC2013-00889, and Minor Exception DRC2014-00161. Staff has prepared a
Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration.
Environmental Assessment and Zoning Code Amendment DRC2014-00626 — Manning
Homes: A request to amend the Development Code to incorporate development standards
such as minimum lot dimensions, setbacks, lot coverage, etc. for single-family residential
development within the Medium (M) Residential Districts. Related files: Pre-Application
Review DRC2013-00545, Tentative Tract Map SUBTT18912, Zoning Map Amendment
DRC2013-00887, Development Review DRC2013-01083, Tree Removal Permit DRC2013-
00889, and Minor Exception DRC2014-00161. Staff has prepared a Mitigated Negative
Declaration of environmental impacts for consideration.
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ORDINANCE NO. 868 (FIRST READING)
A ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
TO CHANGE THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PART OF A PROPERTY OF
ABOUT 7.16 ACRES LOCATED BETWEEN ARCHIBALD AVENUE AND
RAMONA AVENUE, AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PACIFIC ELECTRIC
INLAND EMPIRE TRAIL, ABOUT 1,400 FEET NORTH OF BASE LINE
ROAD FROM LOW MEDIUM (LM) RESIDENTIAL TO MEDIUM (M)
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT; AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT
THEREOF -APN: 1076-181-01.
ORDINANCE NO. 869 (FIRST READING)
A ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO
CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE
AMENDMENT DRC2014-00626, A REQUEST TO AMEND THE
DEVELOPMENT CODE TO INCORPORATE DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS SUCH AS MINIMUM LOT DIMENSIONS, SETBACKS, LOT
COVERAGE, ETC. FOR SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
WITHIN THE MEDIUM (M) RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS; AND MAKING
FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF.
Mike Smith Associate Planner presented the staff report. No responses were received and no
correspondence has been received regarding this project.
In response to Council Member Alexander, Planning Director Burnett confirmed that this involves the
Wilson property. Council Member Alexander referenced a commitment made relating to the installation
of a monument sign on the property. Mrs. Burnett indicated that the developer will include monumentation
as part of this project. Discussion was held.
Mrs. Burnett confirmed that there is a condition relating to this shown in the Resolution and Ordinance
that require the developer to do the trail improvements and the monumentation. In response to Council
Member Williams, Mrs. Burnett outlined how this condition would be implemented.
Council Member Williams indicated that the language of the monument sign should be shared with the
family and the Council. Perhaps the Planning Commission should act as the Historical Preservation
Commission and review this matter. In response, City Manager Gillison confirmed that all improvements
around the trial must be submitted and approved by the City. We can absolutely work with the Historical
Preservation Commission and share the draft language with the family and City Council.
Mayor Michael opened the public hearing.
John Lyons wondered if there is public access from the development to the trail. In response, Planning
Director Burnett stated that there is not direct access. People would need to exit the development and
travel up to the trail.
Mayor Michael closed the public hearing.
In response to Council Member Williams, Mr. Gillison addressed the needed improvement to drainage
system in that area. Nothing on private property will be addressed.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Michael, to approve a negative mitigated declaration for
both items, take up for first reading Ordinance No. 868 and 869 and set second reading for October 1,
2014. Motion carried 5-0.
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R. ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARINGS
FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
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.
R1. Adoption of a Resolution making determinations regarding the proposed Annexation of Territory
(DIAR LLC, Owner—APN: 0225-191-37—Annexation No. 88-14-1) located at 13351 Banyan St
to an existing Community Facilities District, calling a special election and authorizing submittal
of levy of special taxes to the qualified electors.
RESOLUTION NO. FD 14-046
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. 88-14-1)
TO AN EXISTING COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (CFD 88-1) AND
CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION AND AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF
THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF SUCH
TERRITORY
Fire Marshall Rob Ball presented the staff report.
Mayor Michael opened the public hearing.With no one wishing to speak, Mayor Michael closed the public
hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Steinorth, seconded by Spagnolo, to adopt Resolution No. FD 14-046. Motion
carried 5-0.
S. CITY MANAGER'S STAFF REPORTS
CITY COUNCIL AND FIRE DISTRICT
The following items have no legal publication or posting requirements.
S1. Approval for Mayor to sign letter advocating for enhanced preservation and management of
Cucamonga Canyon, including the inclusion of Cucamonga Canyon into the San Gabriel
National Monument, and encouraging the U.S. Forest Service to conduct additional public
outreach in the San Bernardino County area.
Principal Management Analyst Fabian Villenas presented the staff report.
In response to Council Member Williams, Mr. Villenas addressed the desire for a contiguous layout. He
stated that the President may delineate any sort of boundary and did not know how the Fire Service would
regulate that. Discussion was held with Mr. Villenas stating that Congresswoman Chu does support a
boundary all the way to the freeway but other individuals oppose this layout.
Mayor Michael indicated that he has attended meetings in which other representatives are not supporting
designation of their areas until the general public is involved and the idea fully vetted. He understands
and supports this concept as members of the public living in Rancho Cucamonga may benefit from this
vetting process as well. However, Mayor Michael indicated that Supervisor Rutherford read the proposed
letter, understands the City's desire to protect Cucamonga Canyon, and recognizes that the use of
Federal resources may be the key to assisting the City with the management of the Canyon.
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In response to Council Member Steinorth, Mr. Villenas did not believe that language has been presented,
or maps prepared or distributed. Congresswoman Chu has provided a very conceptual map but the actual
boundaries would be decided by the White House. Council Member Steinorth indicated that the map is
referring to the National Recreation Area but does not address the National Monument status. Mr.Villenas
stated that there is a San Gabriel National Monument map as part of the FAQs but stated that the map
is very conceptual.
Council Member Steinorth stated that our initial desire to include the Canyon as part of the National
Recreation Area was a result of understanding that the U.S. Forest Service may not have the resources
to assist with the issues at Cucamonga Canyon. With this concept of including the Canyon as part of the
San Gabriel National Monument, we would not be able to pull any resources out of the National Park
Service. We are just hoping that as a result of this Monument status that additional resources would be
allocated to the U.S. Forest Service. Council Member Steinorth was challenged with approving this
without any documentation, illustration or language confirming the U.S. Federal Government's intentions.
He supporting including the general public in this discussion and didn't understand the rush for this letter.
Council Member Alexander did not see any commitments being made by the City. In response, Council
Member Steinorth noted that the letter seems to acknowledge that information is missing but still
advocates for including Cucamonga Canyon. In summary, he did not understand the need for this letter
at this time.
Mayor Michael indicated that once the monument is designed, a management plan would be developed.
He agreed with Council Member Steinorth's analysis but believed that Los Angeles County wants to
move. If Cucamonga Canyon is not included with this process, Mayor Michael did not see any future way
to obtain assistance with the issues at the Canyon. Mr. Villenas agreed that this is a leap of faith and
noted that this is an opportunity that may help to bring resources to the Canyon. Mayor Michael indicated
that the National Recreation Area designation is many years away from being considered.
Mayor Pro Tem Spagnolo noted that we may need to show support for something or be left out of
everything. Council Member Williams concurred even though she didn't have a lot of hope for any
assistance. Council Member Alexander appreciated the concerns raised by Council Member Steinorth.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Williams, to approve the recommendation in the staff report.
Motion carried 4-1, Council Member Steinorth voted no.
S2. Adoption of a Resolution declaring results of a special election in the Community Facilities
District No. 88-1, Annexation No. 88-14-1 and ordering the annexation of such property located
at 13351 Banyan St, in Community Facilities District No. 88-1 (DIAR LLC, Owner—APN:0225-
191-37). -Fire
RESOLUTION NO. FD 14-047
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE RANCHO
CUCAMONGA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, RANCHO CUCAMONGA,
CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY
FACILTIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A
SPECIAL ELECTION IN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1,
ANNEXATION NO.88-14-1 AND ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF SUCH
PROPERTY TO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 88-1
Fire Marshall Rob Ball presented the staff report and reported that the City Clerk has certified the election
with one ballot being submitted in support.
MOTION: Moved by Spagnolo, seconded by Alexander, to adopt Resolution No. FD 14-047. Motion
carried 5-0.
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IT. COUNCIL BUSINESS I
The following items have been requested by the City Council for discussion.
01. INTER-AGENCY UPDATES (Update by the City Council to the community on the meetings
that were attended.)
Council Member Steinorth reported on his attendance at the League of California Cities conference this
week.
Council Member Williams attended the LAFCO hearing this morning and spoke about the items being
considered by LAFCO.
02. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS (Comments to be limited to three minutes per Council Member.)
Council Member Alexander reported that the Route 66 Historical group are making great improvements
and hoped that the City could promote some of their upcoming activities.
IU. IDENTIFICATION OF ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING I
No items were identified.
IV. ADJOURNMENT I
The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
R spectfully submitte d,
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Debr I. McNay, MMC
Assistant City Clerk/Records Manager
Approved: Wednesday October 1, 2014
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