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MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE JURUPA VALLEY CITY COUNCIL
April 16, 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 6:05 p.m.
2.
CLOSED SESSION
A.
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
There were no public comments regarding the closed session items.
3.
B.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION.
The City Council met in closed session with the City Attorney pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) with respect to two matters of pending
litigation: (1) City of Jurupa Valley v. Dutch House Collective et al. (Riverside
Superior Court Case No. RIC 1405494); and (2) City of Jurupa Valley vs. City of
Riverside, Riverside Public Utilities and as Real Parties in Interest, Southern
California Edison, Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. BS143085.
C.
CONFERENCE
WITH
LEGAL
COUNSEL
POTENTIAL
LITIGATION. The City Council met in closed session with the City Attorney
pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) with respect to three matters
of potential litigation and will discuss whether to initiate litigation against certain
defendants. A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Attorney,
based on existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant exposure to
litigation involving the City.
7:00 P.M. - RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
A.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF ANY REPORTABLE ACTIONS IN CLOSED
SESSION
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Mayor Hancock announced that there were no reportable actions taken.
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 7:12 p.m.
5.
INVOCATION was given by Mr. Don Porter.
6.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Boy Scout Daniel Alexandre who was at the
meeting to earn a communication merit badge.
7.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Council Member Johnston, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Roughton, to approve the Agenda.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
8.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
PRESENTATION
A.
PRESENTATION BY JOLENE HANCOCK AND DAN RODRIGUEZ 2015 JURUPA VALLEY 5K COMMUNITY RUN
Dan Rodriguez, General Manager of the Jurupa Area Recreation and Park District
and 5K Chairperson Jolene Hancock announced that the 4th Annual Jurupa Valley
Community Run is scheduled for Saturday, May 30, 2015 with a start time of 7:00
am. Mrs. Hancock thanked the Council and Sheriff’s Department for their
ongoing support which will help to ensure another successful event.
9.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE/COMMENTS
Ron Anderson conveyed an invitation to a special event on April 29, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at
the Sizzler Restaurant that will recognize the five deputies and one volunteer that were
honored by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. The guest speaker will be Police
Chief Jason Horton. RSVP’s would be appreciated.
Carl Wisdom presented photographs of a vacant property at 8810 45th Street. He advised
that the property has been vacant for six years and there is concern from residents that the
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current condition of the property is unsafe and creates a neighborhood eyesore. Mr.
Wisdom asked for Council’s assistance to address this matter.
Mayor Hancock asked City staff to look into this matter.
10.
INTRODUCTIONS, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS, COUNCIL COMMENTS AND
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member Berkson acknowledged the Healthy Jurupa Valley Extravaganza, stating
that it was an absolutely wonderful event. He expressed appreciation to all involved.
Council Member Lauritzen expressed appreciation to Lieutenant Ken Ditton for his
comprehensive and informative updates. He recognized Lieutenant Ditton for his 25
years of distinguished service. He reported on his attendance at the Riverside County
Sheriff’s Department’s annual awards ceremony at the Morongo Casino and Resort
where recipients were honored for their acts of heroism, lifesaving, and community
service. He was overwhelmed by the number of Jurupa Valley residents who were
recognized for their acts of heroism and lifesaving efforts.
Council Member Johnston complimented all those involved in the Healthy Jurupa Valley
Extravaganza, stating that the event gets bigger and better each year. He echoed Council
Member Lauritzen’s comments, noting that a member of the community who was
recognized by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department was a member of his church.
He began the meeting with the following quote: “We can choose to throw stones, to
stumble on them, to climb over them, or to build with them.” – William Arthur Ward. He
announced that the City’s Planning Department received recognition for leadership in
planning with the APA Inland Empire Award for the City’s new Environmental Justice
Element.
Council Member Roughton asked whether the Annual 5K Community Run would need to
come back as an Agenda item. She announced that the Healthy Jurupa Valley Gardens
and Markets Action Team has partnered with the Jurupa Area Recreation and Park
District to create an educational produce stand called “The patch.” The produce stand will
open tomorrow and will feature organic produce and rare fruits. Residents are
encouraged to visit the produce stand on Fridays from 9 am to 12 noon at the Community
Center, 4810 Pedley Road at the Gazebo. She thanked everyone for participating in the
Healthy Living Extravaganza, stating that it was a wonderful event with close to 3,000
attendees. She expressed appreciation to Mayor Hancock and his wife Jolene for
constructing and organizing the human foosball court which was a big success.
Mayor Hancock thanked all those responsible for the Healthy Jurupa Valley
Extravaganza, stating that it was a wonderful event.
11.
CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE
City Manager Thompson introduced Steve Loriso, Deputy City Engineer. He announced
that a Special Council Workshop will be held Tuesday, April 21, 2015 to discuss the
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Compensation Study prepared by Koff & Associates. He announced that the next Town
Hall will be on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at Patriot High School. He discussed the fire that
occurred earlier today, stating that the multi-agency response was tremendous and
contributed to the quick containment of the fire.
Council Member Berkson asked for clarification regarding the City’s efforts toward the
control of excess weeds and brush so that it doesn’t become a fire hazard. Mr. Thompson
responded that the City is looking at working with CalFire to do some cleanup in the city.
The City is also bringing on additional staff to focus on illegal dumping.
12.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A.
MARCH 31, 2015 SPECIAL MEETING
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Roughton, seconded by Council
Member Johnston, to approve the Minutes of the March 31, 2015 special
meeting.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
B.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
APRIL 2, 2015 REGULAR MEETING
A motion was made by Council Member Johnston, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Roughton, to approve the Minutes of the April 2, 2015 regular meeting.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
13.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
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
$1,963,226.73
Requested Action:
That the City Council ratify the check registers dated
March 26, 31 and April 6 and the Payroll Register dated April 3, 2015.
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C.
ORDINANCE NO. 2015-06
Requested Action: That the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt
Ordinance No. 2015-06, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY AMENDING CHAPTER 8.56, HAZARDOUS VEGETATION,
OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES, AS ADOPTED
BY THE CITY, TO ADD TUMBLEWEEDS TO THE DEFINITION OF
HAZARDOUS VEGETATION AND PROVIDE FOR THE ABATEMENT
OF TUMBLEWEEDS AND OTHER HAZARDOUS VEGETATION IN
THE CITY
D.
SUPPORT POSITION FOR
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
AB
1455
REGARDING
ONTARIO
Requested Action:
That the City Council ratify the City Manager’s
authorization for the City of Ontario to utilize the City’s name and City seal on
correspondence to the State Assembly for all agencies in support of AB 1455.
A motion was made by Council Member Johnston, seconded by Council
Member Lauritzen, to approve the Consent Calendar.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
14.
CONSIDERATION OF ANY ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT
CALENDAR
15.
PUBLIC HEARING
A.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER MASTER APPLICATION (MA) NO.
1463 (GPA1403, CZ1404, TTM36720, & SDP31456) TO ALLOW 26
AFFORDABLE SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON 5.3 ACRES AT THE
TERMINUS OF AMARILLO STREET & NORTHERLY OF MISSION
BOULEVARD
(APN:
169-100-055;
169-070-035;
169-100-057
(APPLICANT: HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - RIVERSIDE)
Annette Tam, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
At the request of Council Member Berkson, Mike Myers, Assistant City Engineer,
provided additional information on the vehicular points of access and responded
to Council’s questions.
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Ernie Perea, the City’s environmental consultant provided additional information
and responded to Council’s questions.
Kathy Michalak, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity Riverside gave a brief
PowerPoint presentation. She reported that this is a project that is in partnership
with CalVet and is meant to support Veterans as they transition back to civilian
life. She outlined the services and resources that will be provided.
Council Member Johnston stated that he would like to find a way to help ensure
the Veterans in this program receive military banners.
Mayor Hancock opened the public hearing and called for any public comments.
Ron Anderson voiced support of the project, stating that those who have served
this nation as Veterans deserve to be recognized and supported.
There being no further comments, the public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Roughton, seconded by Council
Member Johnston, to adopt Resolution No. 2015-18, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY ADOPTING A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND
MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM FOR A
RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION OF APPROXIMATELY 5.3 GROSS
ACRES LOCATED AT THE TERMINUS OF AMARILLO STREET AND
NORTH OF MISSION BOULEVARD, AND APPROVING GENERAL
PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 1403, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 36720,
AND SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT NO. 31456 TO PERMIT THE
SUBDIVISION OF APPROXIMATELY 5.3 GROSS ACRES LOCATED
AT THE TERMINUS OF AMARILLO STREET AND NORTH OF
MISSION BOULEVARD INTO 26 AFFORDABLE, SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL LOTS AND 3 OPEN SPACE LOTS FOR VETERANS
LIVING IN THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
A motion was made by Council Member Lauritzen, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Roughton, to introduce Ordinance No. 2015-07, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA
VALLEY APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO RIVERSIDE COUNTY
ZONING MAP NO. 15 (JURUPA AREA PLAN) CHANGING THE ZONE
OF AN APPROXIMATELY 5.3 GROSS ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED
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AT THE TERMINUS OF AMARILLO STREET AND NORTH OF
MISSION BOULEVARD (APNS: 169-100-055; 169-070-035; 169-100-057)
FROM GENERAL
RESIDENTIAL (R-3; R-3-525; R-3-4,000),
REGULATED DEVELOPMENT AREAS (R-D) AND GENERAL
COMMERCIAL
(C-1/C-P)
ZONES
TO
COLLECTIVELY
A
RESIDENTIAL INCENTIVE (R-6)
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
16.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
COUNCIL BUSINESS
A.
APPROVE INITIATION OF AIR AND NOISE TECHNICAL STUDIES
FOR THE CEQA REVIEW OF POSSIBLE TRUCK RESTRICTIONS ON
ETIWANDA AVENUE BETWEEN SR-60 AND HOPKINS STREET
Jim Smith, City Engineer, presented the staff report.
Penny Newman suggested that the City should incorporate what has already been
analyzed and take advantage of the fact that a very thorough environmental
analysis has already been done. The AQMD has also done an ongoing monitoring
program on diesel impacts which could also be incorporated into the City’s
analysis.
A motion was made by Council Member Berkson, seconded by Council
Member Lauritzen, to authorize the City Manager to amend the Iteris
Agreement to provide for the air and noise technical study for possible truck
restrictions on Etiwanda Avenue between SR 60 and Hopkins Street in an
amount not to exceed $18,020 in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
B.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
INITIATION OF A ZONING CODE AMENDMENT TO AMEND
SECTION 18.28(A), SECOND UNIT PERMITS
Thomas Merrell, Planning Director, presented the staff report.
Betty Anderson voiced opposition to the proposed ordinance stating that she is
concerned about adding a blanket zoning to the entire city. She suggested that the
Council could grant Lennar Homes a special variance that would allow them to
offer second units in their new homes.
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Stephen Anderson voiced opposition to the proposed ordinance, stating that the
second unit permits should remain isolated for Lennar Homes. He voiced concern
that second units invite renters and transients, change the aesthetics and frequently
take over street parking which impacts the livability of the community.
Geoff Smith representing Lennar Homes stated that multi-generational living is a
big part of Lennar’s customer base. Lennar is meeting this demand by building
what they call a “Next Gen” home. He noted that many cities have embraced this
concept and Lennar is willing to work with city staff to assist in modifying the
City’s zoning code.
Ron Anderson voiced opposition to the proposed ordinance, stating that second
units do not belong on 6,000 square foot lots. He added that the City’s Code
Enforcement staff is already overburdened and would find it difficult to manage
any potential violations.
Kim Jarrell Johnson voiced concern that Lennar Homes did not do their due
diligence prior to building their second unit homes in Jurupa Valley. She advised
that this is a density issue not a zoning issue and it should be dealt with through
the General Plan process. She suggested that the Council could set a percentage
of allowable second units and other standards that would better regulate second
unit permits.
By consensus, the Council elected not to initiate a code amendment for
second unit permits at this time. Staff was directed to bring back a revised
list of standards that would apply to the construction of second dwelling
units.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
Mayor Hancock called a short recess at 9:30 p.m.
Mayor Hancock reconvened the meeting at 9:40 p.m.
C.
INITIATION OF A DRAFT ZONING CODE AMENDMENT TO ADD A
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) ZONE TO THE JURUPA
VALLEY ZONING CODE
Thomas Merrell, Planning Director, presented the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Lauritzen, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Roughton, to initiate a code amendment to the City of Jurupa Valley
Zoning Ordinance for the creation of a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
zone.
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Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
D.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR THE
INTERIM GENERAL PLAN (GPA1405)
Mary Wright, General Plan Program Manager, presented the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Johnston, seconded by Council
Member Lauritzen, to approve the Request for Proposals (RFP) for
Technical Services for the Interim General Plan; and authorize the Planning
Department to distribute the RFP, pursuant to the Council-adopted Interim
General Plan work program.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
E.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
POLICY FOR USE OF CITY OWNED VEHICLES
City Manager Gary Thompson presented the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Johnston, seconded by Council
Member Berkson, to adopt the Vehicle Use Policy that will be applicable to
City owned vehicles.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
F.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
APPROVAL OF CITY MANAGER EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH
GARY THOMPSON
City Attorney Peter Thorson presented the staff report.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Roughton, seconded by Council
Member Berkson, to approve the “City Manager Employment Agreement
between the City of Jurupa Valley and Gary Thompson,” dated as of April
16, 2015; and terminate the “Agreement for Consultant Services Between the
City of Jurupa Valley and GST Consulting for Interim City Manager
Services,” dated as of July 17, 2014, as of the time the City Manager
Agreement becomes effective on May 1, 2015.
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Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
G.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
DISCUSSION OF INCORPORATION CELEBRATION ACTIVITIES
REQUESTED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BRIAN BERKSON (ORAL
REPORT)
Council Member Berkson outlined his reasons for bringing this item forward. He
discussed his desire to organize a community parade on the July 4th weekend that
would provide an opportunity for citizens to show their community pride. He
read aloud a list of civic organizations that could be included in a community
parade that could help celebrate the City’s incorporation.
Ron Anderson advised that the Jurupa Area and Recreation and Park District has
not yet confirmed an agreement with the School District for use of Patriot High
School for the annual Independence Day/Fireworks Celebration.
By consensus, the City Council decided to forgo organizing a parade this
year due to time constraints and begin the process to form a 5th Birthday
Celebration Committee to organize a larger-scale celebration and community
parade in 2016.
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
17.
Berkson, Hancock, Johnston, Lauritzen, Roughton
None
None
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ORAL/WRITTEN
REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
A.
REGARDING
MAYOR BRAD HANCOCK
1.
B.
REPORTS
Mayor Hancock gave an update on the Northwest Mosquito and
Vector Control District Meeting on April 16, 2015.
MAYOR PRO TEM LAURA ROUGHTON
1.
Mayor Pro Tem Roughton gave an update on the Western Riverside
Council of Governments Meeting on April 6, 2015.
2.
Mayor Pro Tem Roughton gave an update on the Healthy Jurupa
Valley Community Meeting April 7, 2015.
3.
Mayor Pro Tem Roughton gave an update on the Western Riverside
Council of Governments Administrative and Finance Committee
Meeting on April 8, 2015.
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C.
D.
COUNCIL MEMBER FRANK JOHNSTON
1.
Council Member Johnston gave an update on the Riverside County
Transportation Commission Meeting on April 9, 2015.
2.
Council Member Johnston gave an update on the Northwest
Transportation NOW Coalition Meeting on April 9, 2015.
COUNCIL MEMBER VERNE LAURITZEN
1.
18.
Council Member Verne Lauritzen gave an update on the Western
Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority Meeting on April
6, 2015.
CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
City Attorney Peter Thorson had no report.
19.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Mayor Pro Tem Roughton reported on her attendance at the ONT Airport Authority
meeting on April 6, 2015. A report from that meeting indicated that the number of car
trips from the Inland Empire to LAX has increased dramatically and will have significant
impacts on SCAG’s Regional Transportation Plan. She reported on her attendance at the
League of California Cities, Riverside Division Executive Committee meeting on April
13, 2015, stating that the Legislative Committee discussed several new bills. The next
Division meeting is May 11, 2015 which will include a tour of the former Annenberg
Estate.
Mayor Hancock asked for clarification regarding the Northwest Mosquito Vector Control
District’s approval of the subordination request relating to proposed refunding bonds
issued for Jurupa Valley’s Redevelopment Project Area of the Successor Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency for the County of Riverside.
Council Member Johnston announced that “School Bus Driver Appreciation Day” is
Tuesday, April 21. He announced that the Jurupa Valley Chamber of Commerce will
host “Casino Night” at the Country Village Ballroom tomorrow night at 6:00 p.m. He
provided the following closing quotes: “I know no safe depository of the ultimate powers
of the society but the people themselves; and if we think them not enlightened enough to
exercise their control with a wholesome discretion, the remedy is not to take it from
them, but to inform their discretion by education. This is the true corrective of abuses of
constitutional power.” - Thomas Jefferson.
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