Minutes - City of Jurupa Valley

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MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE JURUPA VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
March 19, 2015
The meeting was held at the Jurupa Valley City Council Chamber
8930 Limonite Avenue, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
1.
6:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR CLOSED SESSION
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Brad Hancock, Mayor
Laura Roughton, Mayor Pro Tem
Brian Berkson, Council Member
Frank Johnston, Council Member
Verne Lauritzen, Council Member
Mayor Hancock called the closed session meeting to order at 6:10 p.m.
2.
CLOSED SESSION
A.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEM
There were no public comments regarding the closed session item.
B.
3.
APPOINTMENT OF CITY MANAGER. The City Council met in closed
session to consider an appointment to the position of City Manager pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957 and to meet with its designated representatives,
Mayor Brad Hancock, Mayor Pro Tem Laura Roughton and City Attorney Peter
Thorson, to provide direction to the designated representatives concerning the
negotiation of salary, compensation and/or benefits for the unrepresented
employee position of City Manager pursuant to Government Code Section
54957.6. City Attorney Peter Thorson clarified that the Council will only
consider and discuss the salary, compensation and/or benefits for the position of
City Manager. Any proposed agreement for the position of City Manager will be
considered and discussed at a public meeting before taking final action on these
matters.
7:00 P.M. - RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
A.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ANY REPORTABLE ACTIONS IN CLOSED
SESSION
City Attorney Peter Thorson announced that the City Council voted unanimously
to officially appoint Gary Thompson as the new City Manager. He added that the
formal contract between the City and Mr. Thompson will be brought back for
approval at the April 16, 2015 meeting.
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4.
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
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Brad Hancock, Mayor
Laura Roughton, Mayor Pro Tem
Brian Berkson, Council Member
Frank Johnston, Council Member
Verne Lauritzen, Council Member
Mayor Hancock called the regular meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
5.
INVOCATION was given by Pastor David De La Cruz, Beacon Hill Assembly of God.
6.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Council Member Brian Berkson.
7.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Council Member Lauritzen, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Roughton, to approve the Agenda.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
8.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
PRESENTATION
A.
RECOGNITION TO WINNERS OF 2015 JURUPA UNIFIED SCHOOL
DISTRICT SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FAIR
Mayor Hancock invited the 1st Place Winners of the 2015 Science and
Engineering Fair to join the Council at the dais where they were commended for
their efforts and presented with City Recognition Certificates.
Mr. Vincent Rosse expressed appreciation to the City Council for their
recognition. He announced that 19 of the students have been asked to move on to
the RIMS Science Fair. He introduced Danielle Ortiz who was recently awarded
with the Outstanding Prosecution Attorney award at the 2015 Mock Trial Awards
Ceremony.
Mayor Hancock called a short recess at 7:20 p.m. to allow the audience an
opportunity to view the science projects that were displayed throughout the
Council Chamber.
Mayor Hancock reconvened the meeting at 7:35 p.m.
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9.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE/COMMENTS
Teresa Kukoi requested that the Council consider installing street lights on Jurupa Road
between Pedley and Felspar to improve safety for drivers and pedestrians.
Robert Zavala referenced an article in the Press Enterprise that reported on a USC study
that found that the air quality in Jurupa Valley has become cleaner. He announced that a
future Jurupa Valley Horseman’s Association is currently in its planning stages. The
group will meet the second Monday of the month at 3:00 p.m. at the Jurupa Community
Center. Meetings will be open to the public.
Juan Chavez discussed the need for stop signs on Steve Street and 60th and Serendipity
and 60th Street. Also, he would like to see the speed limit on Jurupa Road reduced from
45 mph to 25 mph.
Ron Anderson congratulated Gary Thompson on his selection as City Manager, stating
that Mr. Thompson has done an outstanding job as Interim City Manager and his
expertise was instrumental in the City’s incorporation process.
10.
INTRODUCTIONS, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS, COUNCIL COMMENTS AND
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member Berkson discussed the City’s upcoming 4th Year Anniversary, stating
that he would like to bring back this item for discussion at a future Council meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Roughton announced that the Healthy Living Extravaganza will be held
Saturday, April 11, 2015 from 10:00 am to 2:00 p.m. The event will be held at Rancho
Jurupa Park. Admittance and parking is free. In addition to all the amenities that the
park has to offer, the event will feature over 100 vendors, entertainment and free health
screenings. Further information is available at www.healthylivingextravaganza.com
Council Member Lauritzen expressed appreciation to Dave and Pip Reaver, owners of
Adlerhorst International Kennels, for their gracious donation of a new police K-9 for the
San Jacinto Police Department. “Kyra” will replace “Sultan” who was killed in the line
of duty on January 21, 2015.
Mayor Hancock thanked everyone for their attendance.
11.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE
City Manager Gary Thompson introduced Lieutenant Ken Ditton who gave a brief update
on recent Sheriff’s Department activities, including traffic enforcement, homelessness
issues, and special enforcement team activities.
Mr. Thompson conveyed an invitation to the first Town Hall meeting which will be held
Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at Rubidoux High School. He reported that the
City will be partnering with the County’s Economic Development Agency to focus on a
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new business education program that will provide various programs such as business
incentives, tax credits and employer relations.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.
MARCH 3, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING
B.
MARCH 5, 2015 REGULAR MEETING
A motion was made by Council Member Johnston, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Roughton, to approve the Minutes of the March 3, 2015 special meeting
and the March 5, 2015 regular meeting.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
13.
None
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
A.
COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A MOTION TO WAIVE THE READING OF
THE TEXT OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS INCLUDED IN
THE AGENDA
Requested Action:
That the City Council waive the reading of the text of all
ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda.
B.
CONSIDERATION OF CHECK REGISTER IN THE AMOUNT OF
$1,231,460.07
Requested Action:
That the City Council ratify the check registers dated
February 26 and March 5 and 9, 2015 and the Payroll Register dated March 6,
2015.
A motion was made by Council Member Lauritzen, seconded by Council
Member Johnston, to approve the Consent Calendar.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
14.
None
None
CONSIDERATION OF ANY ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT
CALENDAR
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15.
PUBLIC HEARING
A.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF
RESOLUTIONS OF NECESSITY FOR THE ACQUISITION BY
EMINENT DOMAIN OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY INTERESTS
FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES IN CONNECTION WITH THE LIMONITE
AVENUE WIDENING FROM ETIWANDA TO BAIN STREET
PROJECT (CONTINUED FROM THE MARCH 5, 2015 MEETING)
Jim Smith, City Engineer, presented the staff report.
Mayor Hancock opened the public hearing and called for any public comments.
Ryan Schaefer read aloud a letter outlining concerns that he and his wife
Valentina Schaefer have with the City’s property negotiator which has led them to
hire their own legal counsel.
Eli Underwood, legal counsel for Ryan and Valentina Schaefer advised that he
has discussed these issues with the City’s attorney and he is hopeful that the
issues will be resolved amicably. He asked that the City Council look carefully at
the legal description which is connected to the eminent domain power and that
further discussions take place to make sure that the city is only taking as much
property as it needs for the project.
Stephen Anderson, representing the Jurupa Area Recreation and Park District,
thanked City Manager Thompson for his assurance that the tunnels underneath
Limonite just west of Limonite and Bain are to remain intact.
Ron Anderson, representing the Jurupa Area Recreation and Park District,
requested that the Council consider an agreement that would allow the JARPD to
maintain the underpass on Limonite and Dodd Street to encourage a safe
passageway to the Santa Ana River.
Betty Anderson suggested that bus pullouts be added along Limonite to allow
safer stops when transit buses have to pull over to designated bus stops. She
added that the JCSD’s sewer treatment facility off of Bain is problematic for the
trucks using this facility. She would like to see better ingress/egress to improve
safety.
Juan Chavez suggested that the Limonite Avenue widening project should be
extended all the way to Felspar.
Ron Anderson expressed his view that eminent domain should be avoided at all
costs, stating that it is a costly endeavor and most likely can be settled without the
legal costs.
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There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed.
Following discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Lauritzen,
seconded by Council Member Johnston, to adopt Resolution No. 2015-13,
entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY DECLARING A CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY INTEREST
NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES AND AUTHORIZING THE
ACQUISITION THEREOF IN CONNECTION WITH THE LIMONITE
AVENUE WIDENING FROM ETIWANDA TO BAIN STREET PROJECT
(PORTION OF APN 157-222-024)
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
Berkson
None
Tem Roughton, to adopt Resolution No. 2015-14, entitled:
VALLEY DECLARING A CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY INTEREST
NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES AND AUTHORIZING THE
ACQUISITION THEREOF IN CONNECTION WITH THE LIMONITE
AVENUE WIDENING FROM ETIWANDA TO BAIN STREET PROJECT
(PORTION OF APN 157-221-001)
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
B.
None
None
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER MASTER APPLICATION MA1485
(GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA1404, CHANGE OF ZONE
CZ1405, SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT SP1401, SITE DEVELOPMENT
PERMIT SDP31416) FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE 397 UNIT
VERNOLA MARKETPLACE APARTMENT COMMUNITY LOCATED
AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF 68TH STREET & PATS RANCH
ROAD (APN 152-020-021 AND 022)
(APPLICANT: VERNOLA
TRUST/RICK BONDAR)
Laurie Lovret, Senior Planner presented the staff report.
Roy Stephenson, Public Works Director, provided additional information and
responded to Council’s questions.
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Rob Olson, Traffic Engineer, provided additional information and responded to
Council’s questions.
Randy Nichols, Senior Project Manager, T&B Planning gave a brief overview of
the California Environmental Quality Act and the mitigation measures assigned to
the project.
Haseeb Qureshi, Urban Crossroads, provided additional information on the air
quality impact analysis and responded to Council’s questions.
City Attorney Peter Thorson acknowledged the following correspondence that
was received regarding the project: 1) a letter dated March 18, 2015 from
Raymond Hicks, Region Manager for Southern California Edison; 2) a letter
dated March 19, 2015 from Mr. George Hanson, RTRP Project Manager; 3) a
letter dated March 19, 2015 from the law firm of Allen Matkins; and 4) a letter
dated March 19, 2015 from the law firm of Rutan & Tucker, LLP.
Mayor Hancock announced that the City received 76 signed petitions voicing
support of the project.
Mayor Hancock opened the public hearing and called for any public comments.
Rick Bondar of McCune & Associates thanked City staff for their cooperative
efforts and the Planning Commission for their insight and approval of the project.
He spoke in support of the project and responded to Council’s questions.
Kevin Lindquist, Vice President, Development, Western National, provided
additional information on the amenities of the project and responded to Council’s
questions.
Dave Gilmore, Architects Orange, provided elements of the site plan and
responded to Council’s questions.
Dirk Golden voiced a concern that the proposed project will generate additional
traffic impacts. He reported that there is already traffic congestion during the
morning and afternoon rush hour especially on Pat’s Ranch Road.
Robin Kilcoyne outlined various reasons why she is opposed to the proposed
project. She asserted that some members of the City Council may have received
campaign contributions from the developer and she would like to know if they
would be recusing themselves from voting on this matter.
City Attorney Peter Thorson clarified that the California Supreme Court has ruled
that Council Members are not disqualified by taking a campaign contribution and
it is not considered a conflict of interest.
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Alfred Ho presented a letter outlining his concerns related to home security,
personal safety, and traffic. He suggested that if the project is approved, that the
developer should be required to add a traffic signal at Ivory and install three
security gates for the existing tract. He read aloud a letter from Mr. Algery
McGuire voicing concerns related to traffic congestion, school congestion, and
the negative impacts to the current homeowners.
Mayor Hancock called a short recess at 10:30 p.m.
Mayor Hancock reconvened the meeting at 10:40 p.m.
John Russo advised that his family has owned the 34 acres on the corner of
Limonite and Wineville for the past 29 years. In looking at developing their
property, they found it difficult to promote commercial development with the
current number of rooftops. He spoke in support of the project, stating that it will
be a quality development and is needed to help the City’s sales tax revenue.
Bob Russo spoke in support of the project, stating that the project will bring
stability to Jurupa Valley and will be a quality project that will ultimately make
Jurupa Valley very successful.
Barry Wallner spoke in support of the project, stating that the traffic on Limonite
may be mitigated with traffic signalization. He added that the proposed project
will provide a quality development for young professionals who are not able to
afford a new home. Approval of the project will also help prevent Southern
California Edison’s plan for a high voltage transmission line project.
Rita Golden voiced a concern that the four way stop on Ivory is not sufficient for
the existing traffic. She is opposed to adding more residents when the school is
already overcrowded. She supports adding a gate to the existing tract of homes to
buffer these impacts.
Rick Bondar noted for the record that Southern California Edison and the City of
Riverside submitted letters “attempting to block the development of any project
within the proposed Riverside Transmission Reliability Project (RTRP).” He
added that his attorneys are available for further comment if necessary.
There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed.
Following discussion, Mayor Hancock suggested that a portion of the
development fee be set aside to mitigate the traffic impacts of the project.
A motion was made by Council Member Lauritzen, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Roughton, to adopt Resolution No. 2015-15, entitled:
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VALLEY ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND
MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM FOR A
397-UNIT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT PROJECT
LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF 68TH STREET AND
PATS RANCH ROAD, AND APPROVING GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT NO. 1404, SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 1401,
AND SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 31416 TO PERMIT THE
DEVELOPMENT OF A 397-UNIT MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
APARTMENT PROJECT ON AN APPROXIMATELY 17.4 ACRE REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF 68TH
STREET AND PATS RANCH ROAD
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Berkson
None
A motion was made by Council Member Johnston, seconded by Council
Member Lauritzen, to introduce Ordinance No. 2015-05, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY ZONING
MAP NO. 15 (JURUPA AREA PLAN) CHANGING THE ZONE OF AN
APPROXIMATELY 17.4 ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE
NORTHWEST CORNER OF 68TH STREET AND PATS RANCH ROAD
(APNS: 152-020-012; 152-020-021; 152-020-022) FROM INDUSTRIAL
PARK (IP) ZONE TO A GENERAL RESIDENTIAL (R-3) ZONE
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
16.
Berkson
None
COUNCIL BUSINESS
A.
APPROVAL OF THE USE OF THE CITY SEAL FOR USE BY THE
JURUPA ROTARY CLUB (ORAL REPORT) (AT THE REQUEST OF
COUNCIL MEMBER FRANK JOHNSTON)
Council Member Johnston explained the purpose of the Council action is to allow
the Jurupa Rotary Club to use the City seal for a one-time fundraising event.
A motion was made by Council Member Lauritzen, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Roughton, to allow the Jurupa Valley Rotary Club to use the City seal
for their fundraising event on May 3, 2015.
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Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
B.
None
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AUTHORIZATION FOR TRAVEL TO ATTEND THE INTERNATIONAL
COUNCIL OF SHOPPING CENTERS ANNUAL CONFERENCE
City Manager Gary Thompson presented the staff report.
Ron Anderson encouraged the Council to attend the ICSC conference, stating that
it provides an excellent opportunity for the City to enhance and promote its
economic development goals.
A motion was made by Council Member Berkson, seconded by Council
Member Johnston, to authorize registration and travel expenditures for up
to seven City Council and staff members to attend the International Council
of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Annual Conference; and that the Council
partner with the County of Riverside for a booth space and authorize related
expenditures.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
C.
None
None
UPDATING FACILITIES TO BE FUNDED WITH DEVELOPMENT
IMPACT FEES BY DELETING CERTAIN ANIMAL CONTROL
FACILITIES AND ADDING RENOVATION OF CITY FACILITIES
City Attorney Peter Thorson presented the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Lauritzen, seconded by Council
Member Johnston, to adopt Resolution No. 2015-16, entitled:
VALLEY UPDATING THE FACILITIES TO BE FUNDED WITH
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES BY DELETING CERTAIN ANIMAL
CONTROL FACILITIES AND ADDING RENOVATION OF CITY
FACILITIES
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
None
None
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D.
AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR DEVELOPMENT
IMPACT FEE STUDY
Alan Kreimeier, Administrative Services Director, presented the staff report.
Tem Roughton, to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement
with Revenue and Cost Specialists (RCS), LLC for the preparation of a
development impact fee calculation and Nexus study and appropriate an
additional $6,500 from the General Fund to provide for the project.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
E.
None
None
APPROVAL TO PURCHASE EIGHT (8) NEW FORD F-250 CNG
FUELED PICKUP TRUCKS FROM DOWNTOWN FORD SALES
PURSUANT TO STATE CONTRACT NO. 1-14-23-23A (CONTINUED
FROM THE MARCH 5, 2015 MEETING)
Alan Kreimeier, Administrative Services Director, presented the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Berkson, seconded by ____, to
approve the purchase of the subject vehicles utilizing funding from the AB
2766 program of the South Coast Air Quality Management District
(SCAQMD); and appropriate an additional $16,000 from the AQMD Fund
to cover the cost of larger fuel tanks. (The purchase to include the addition of
light bars and tool boxes if allowed by AQMD or alternatively the purchase
will be taken out of the City’s General Fund)
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
F.
None
None
AGREEMENT FOR THE 2015 ON-CALL ASPHALT REPAIR AND
REPLACEMENT SERVICES
Mike Myers, Assistant City Engineer, presented the staff report.
Tem Roughton, to award a construction agreement to Hardy & Harper, Inc.
for the 2015 On-Call Asphalt Repair and Replacement Services for unit
prices provided in the Schedule of Payments in an amount not to exceed
$92,970 subject to final form and format approved by the City Attorney; and
direct the Administrative Services Director to appropriate $92,970 in
unencumbered Measure A proceeds from the 2013/14 Pavement
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Rehabilitation Account Number 210.2100.71319 to the Miscellaneous Annual
Street Maintenance Account Number 210.2100.71311 as necessary to fund
the total project costs; and authorize the City Manager to execute the
agreement.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
G.
None
None
REVIEW OF A DRAFT ZONING CODE AMENDMENT TO REVISE
CHAPTER 17.254 TEMPORARY SIGNS
Thomas Merrell, Planning Director, presented the staff report.
By consensus, the City Council continued this item to the April 2, 2015
meeting.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
17.
None
None
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ORAL/WRITTEN
REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
A.
B.
REGARDING
MAYOR BRAD HANCOCK
1.
Mayor Hancock gave an update on the League of California Cities
Dinner Meeting held on March 9, 2015.
2.
Mayor Hancock gave an update on the Northwest Mosquito and
Vector Control District Meeting on March 19, 2015.
MAYOR PRO TEM LAURA ROUGHTON
1.
C.
REPORTS
Mayor Pro Tem Roughton gave an update on the Santa Ana River
Trail Parkway Policy Advisory Group Meeting on March 12, 2015.
COUNCIL MEMBER FRANK JOHNSTON
1.
Council Member Johnston gave an update on the General Plan
Advisory Committee Bus Tour on March 7, 2015.
2.
Council Member Johnston gave an update on the Riverside Transit
Agency Tour of Facilities on March 10, 2015.
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