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Wednesday, December 18, 2024

 

 

 

Open Session Council Chambers 6:30 PM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This meeting will be conducted in person. You can participate remotely: https://coronaca-gov.zoom.us/j/89969781762

 

1.
CONVENE CLOSED SESSION

 

2.
INVOCATION

 

The invocation may be offered by a person of any religion, faith, belief or non-belief, as well as Council Members.  A list of volunteers is maintained by the City Clerk and interested persons should contact the Clerk for further information.

3.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

4.
CONVENE OPEN SESSION

 

Individuals wishing to address the City Council are requested to complete a speaker card available at the rear of the Council Chambers.  Please deliver the card to the City Clerk prior to the item being heard by the City Council or, for items not listed on the agenda, before the "Communications" section of the agenda is called.  Please observe a three-minute limit for communications and please note that the Communications section of the agenda is limited to items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council that are not listed on the agenda.  Once called upon to speak, you are requested to state your name and city of residence for the record.

5.
PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/PRESENTATIONS

 

6.
MEETING MINUTES

 

6.1
MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 4, 2024

This item has attachments. 
1.Draft Minutes - City Council Meeting 12042024.pdf

Approval of Minutes for the City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Corona, Corona Public Financing Authority, Corona Utility Authority, Corona Housing Authority City Council Meeting of December 4, 2024.

7.
CONSENT CALENDAR

 

All items listed on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine matters, status reports or documents covering previous City Council action.  The items listed on the Consent Calendar may be enacted in one motion.  With the concurrence of the City Council, a Council member or any person in attendance may request that an item be removed for further consideration.

7.1
CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3406, SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA

This item has attachments. 
1.Staff Report.pdf
2.Ordinance No. 3406.pdf

CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3406, SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16.21 OF THE CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM MITIGATION FEE (TUMF) PROGRAM AND RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE TUMF SCHEDULE APPLICABLE TO ALL DEVELOPMENTS IN THE CITY OF CORONA ACCORDING TO THE TUMF NEXUS STUDY 2024 UPDATE PREPARED BY THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS

7.2
CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3407, SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA

This item has attachments. 
1.Staff Report(1).pdf
2.Ordinance No. 3407.pdf

CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 3407, SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION SPECIFIC PLAN (SP98-01) TO COMPREHENSIVELY AMEND THE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, DESIGN GUIDELINES, AND PUBLIC STREETSCAPES FOR THE DOWNTOWN DISTRICT AND OTHER COMMERCIAL AND BUSINESS PARK DISTRICTS OF THE SPECIFIC PLAN; EXPAND THE BOUNDARY OF THE SPECIFIC PLAN, SOUTH OF THE SOUTHERLY PORTION OF GRAND BOULEVARD, TO INCLUDE EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES; REPLACE OUTDATED INFORMATION AND CHANGE THE APPEARANCE AND GRAPHICS OF THE SPECIFIC PLAN DOCUMENT 

7.3
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AMENDED CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE PURSUANT TO THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT OF 1974

This item has attachments. 
1.STAFF REPORT - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AMENDED CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE PURSUANT TO THE POLITICAL REFORM ACT OF 1974.pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - Resolution No. 2022-111.pdf
3.Exhibit 2 - Amended 2024 Conflict of Interest Redline.pdf
4.Exhibit 3 - Amended 2024 Conflict of Interest Final.pdf

  • That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-111, approving the amended Conflict of Interest Code.

7.4
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CLP ENGINEERING LLC FOR AN ELECTRIC CAPACITY IMPACT STUDY

This item has attachments. 
1.STAFF REPORT - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CLP ENGINEERING LLC FOR AN ELECTRIC CAPACITY IMPACT STUDY.pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - CLP Engineering, LLC Professional Services Agreement.pdf

  • That the City Council:

    1. Award Request for Proposals (RFP 24-076AH) titled Electric Capacity Impact Study – Solar and EV Charging to CLP Engineering, LLC for $113,460 and waive any and all minor irregularities in the bidding documents as submitted by said bidder.
    2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute a Professional Services Agreement with CLP Engineering, LLC for $113,460, with an initial award period of December 4, 2024, through June 30, 2026, with one (1) additional one (1) option year renewal period, on an as-needed basis with no guaranteed usage.
    3. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to issue a purchase order to CLP Engineering, LLC for $113,460.
    4. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to negotiate and execute non-substantive changes, extensions, change orders, purchase orders, and amendments up to the amount authorized in the Corona Municipal Code Section 3.08.060(J), which is equivalent to 10% or $1.

7.5
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE RENEWABLE ENERGY RESOURCES PROCUREMENT PLAN,COMPLIANCE PERIOD 4 (2021-2024) FOR THE UTILITIES DEPARTMENT

This item has attachments. 
1.STAFF REPORT - RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE RPS PLAN FOR COMPLIANCE PERIOD 4 .pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - Resolution No. 2024-107.pdf

  • That the City Council adopt Resolution 2024-107, approving the Renewable Energy Resources Procurement Plan, Compliance Period 4 (2021-2024) for the City of Corona Utilities Department.

7.6
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH CORRPRO COMPANIES, INC. FOR CATHODIC AND CORROSION PROTECTION SYSTEM ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN SERVICES

This item has attachments. 
1.STAFF REPORT - PSA WITH CORRPRO COMPANIES INC FOR CATHODIC AND CORROSION PROTECTION SYSTEM ASSESSMENT AND DESIGN SERVICES.pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - Corrpro Companies, Inc. Professional Services Agreement.pdf

  • That the City Council:

    1. Award Request for Proposals 24-042MB to Corrpro Companies, Inc. for System Assessment and Design Services.
    2. Approve the Professional Services Agreement with Corrpro Companies, Inc. of Santa Fe Springs, CA, $200,000 per fiscal year to perform Cathodic and Corrosion Protection System Assessment and Design Services.

    3. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Professional Services Agreement with Corrpro Companies, Inc., for a total contract of $200,000 per fiscal year for the initial contract term ending on June 30, 2025, with two (2) optional two (2) two-year extensions including the ability to negotiate and execute non-substantive changes and extensions, purchase orders and amendments up to $20,000 or 10% of the original contract amount.

    That the Corona Utility Authority review, ratify, and to the extent necessary, direct the City Council to take the above actions.

7.7
RESOLUTION APPROVING A RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE AND RESOLUTION APPROVING SUCCESSOR AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2026

This item has attachments. 
1.Staff Report RESOLUTIONS APPROVING A RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET.pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - Resolution No. 2024-002.pdf
3.Exhibit 2 - Resolution No. 2024-003.pdf
4.Exhibit 3 - Resolution No. 2024-002 Exhibit A.pdf
5.Exhibit 4 - Resolution No. 2024-003 Exhibit A.pdf

  • That the City Council:

    1. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-002, approving and adopting a Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 34177(o)(1).
    2. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-003, approving and adopting a Successor Agency Administrative Budget for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 34177(j).

7.8
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH UNITED STORM WATER, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $249,200 FOR THE CITYWIDE STORM DRAIN CATCH BASIN FILTERS, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST-2023-06; NOTICE INVITING BIDS 25-013CA

This item has attachments. 
1.STAFF REPORT - CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH UNITED STORM WATER, INC FOR THE CITYWIDE STORM DRAIN CATCH BASIN FILTERS PROJECT .pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - Location Map.pdf
3.Exhibit 2 - Construction Contract.pdf

  • That the City Council:

    1. Adopt the Plans and Specifications for the Citywide Storm Drain Catch Basin Filters, Capital Improvement Project No. ST-2023-06.
    2. Award Notice Inviting Bids 25-013CA to United Storm Water, Inc., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, for the total bid amount of $249,200, and waive all minor irregularities in the bidding document as submitted by the said bidder.
    3. Approve the construction contract with United Storm Water, Inc. for the Citywide Storm Drain Catch Basin Filters, Capital Improvement Project No. ST-2023-06, in the amount of $249,200.
    4. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Construction Contract with United Storm Water, Inc. in the amount of $249,200, including any non-substantive extensions, change orders, purchase orders, and amendments up to an amount authorized by Corona Municipal Code Section which is equivalent to 10% or $24,920.
    5. Authorize an appropriation in the amount of $15,154 from the County Service Area 152 (NPDES) Fund 245 to the Citywide Storm Drain Catch Basin Filters, Capital Improvement Project No. ST-2023-06.

7.9
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-110 URGING GOVERNOR NEWSOM TO TAKE EMERGENCY ACTION TO STRENGTHEN AND STABILIZE CALIFORNIA’S MARKETPLACE FOR HOMEOWNERS AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTY INSURANCE

This item has attachments. 
1.STAFF REPORT - RESOLUTION URGING GOVERNOR NEWSOME TO TAKE EMERGENCY ACTION .pdf
2.RESOLUTION 2024-110 URGING GOVERNOR NEWSOM TO TAKE EMERGENCY ACTION TO STABILIZE C.pdf
3.Future Agenda Item Request - Jim Steiner Homeowners Insurance 10-16-2024.pdf

  • That the City Council adopt Resolution 2024-110 urging Governor Newsom to proclaim a state of emergency to strengthen and stabilize California’s insurance marketplace for homeowners and commercial properties

7.10
ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF $197,940 FROM THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FOR LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE STREET NAME SIGNS

This item has attachments. 
1.STAFF REPORT - ACCEPTANCE AND APPROPRIATION OF $197,940 FROM THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM.pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - Award Notice.pdf
3.Exhibit 2 - Grant Application.pdf
4.Exhibit 3 - Final Allocation of Funds.pdf

  • That the City Council:

    1. Accept the grant award from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program in the amount of $197,940 for the purchase and installation of light-emitting diode street name signs.
    2. Authorize an appropriation and estimated revenue increase in the amount of $197,940 from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program to the Public Works Grants/Agreement Fund 243 for the purchase and installation of light-emitting diode street name signs.

7.11
APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF THE REVISED COMMUNITY EVENTS CO-SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM POLICY

This item has attachments. 
1.STAFF REPORT - REVISED COMMUNITY EVENTS CO-SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM POLICY.pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - Community Events Co-Sponsorship Policy (Redline).pdf
3.Exhibit 2 - Community Events Co-Sponsorship Policy (Clean).pdf

  • That the City Council approve and authorize the execution of the revised Community Events Co-Sponsorship Program Policy.

7.12
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) BUDGETARY ADJUSTMENTS

This item has attachments. 
1.ARPA BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS.pdf

  • That the City Council:

    1. Approve budgetary adjustments, including funding reallocations and cash transfers, relating to the American Rescue Plan Act Projects as noted in the Analysis section.
    2. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to prepare and process any budgetary and cash transfers to ensure the American Rescue Plan Act obligation deadline is met.

7.13
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2024-114, APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF A RETIRED ANNUITANT TO AN EXTRA HELP POSITION OF HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST AND CERTIFYING THAT THE APPOINTMENT IS NECESSARY TO FILL A CRITICALLY NEEDED POSITION SOONER THAN 180 DAYS

This item has attachments. 
1.STAFF REPORT - APPOINTMENT OF A RETIRED ANNUITANT.pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - Resolution No 2024-114 including Exhibit A.pdf

  • That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-114, appointing Karen Pervorse to a part-time, temporary “extra help” position of Human Resources Specialist and certifying that the appointment is necessary to fill a critically needed position sooner than 180 days.

8.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC

 

Persons wishing to address the City Council are requested to state their name and city of residence for the record.  This portion of the agenda is intended for general public comment only, which means it is limited to items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council that are not listed on the agenda.  Please note that state law prohibits the City Council from discussing or taking action on items not listed on the agenda.  The City Council will appreciate your cooperation in keeping your comments brief.  Please observe a three-minute limit for communications.

9.
PUBLIC HEARINGS

 

This portion of the agenda is for advertised public hearing items where formal public testimony on each individual item is accepted prior to City Council action.

10.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

 

The portion of the agenda is for Council discussion and action on staff reports and new topics that may not be routine status reports, or documents covering previous City Council action.

10.1
CONSIDERATION OF VARIOUS ACTIONS RELATED TO COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS FOR CITY EMPLOYEES, AND OTHER RELATED EMPLOYEE RELATIONS ACTIONS

This item has attachments. 
1.CONSIDERATION OF ACTIONS RELATED TO COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS FOR CITY EMPLOYEES, AND RELATED EMPLOYEE RELATIONS ACTIONS.pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - CPSEA MOU.pdf
3.Exhibit 2 - CSA MOU.pdf
4.Exhibit 3 - CPEA MOU.pdf
5.Exhibit 4 - CPSA MOU.pdf
6.Exhibit 5 - CFA MOU.pdf
7.Exhibit 6 - Resolution No. 2024-116 Confidential Resolution.pdf
8.Exhibit 7 - Resolution No. 2024-115 Management Resolution.pdf
9.Exhibit 8 - Resolution No. 2024-118 Executive Resolution.pdf
10.Exhibit 9 - AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - City Manager.pdf
11.Exhibit 10 - AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT - City Attorney Legal Risk Management Director.pdf
12.Exhibit 11 - RESOLUTION NO 2024-117 DELEGATING AUTHORITY UNDER SECTION 31.3(2)(h) OF THE CFA MOU TO THE CITY MANAGER.pdf
13.Exhibit 12 - Resolution No. 2024-112 Position Library.pdf

  • That the City Council:

    1. Adopt the Corona Public Service Employees Association Memorandum of Understanding.
    2. Adopt the Corona Supervisors Association Memorandum of Understanding.
    3. Adopt the Corona Police Employees Association Memorandum of Understanding.
    4. Adopt the Corona Police Supervisors Association Memorandum of Understanding.
    5. Adopt the Corona Firefighters Association Memorandum of Understanding.
    6. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-116, governing compensation and benefits of non-represented Confidential Group employees.
    7. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-115, governing compensation and benefits of non-represented Management Group employees.
    8. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-118, governing compensation and benefits of non-represented Executive Group employees.
    9. Approve the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement for the City Manager.
    10. Approve the Amended and Restated Employment Agreement for the City Attorney/Legal & Risk Management Director.
    11. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-117, delegating its authority under Section 31.3(2)(H) of the Corona Firefighters Association IAFF Local # 3757 Memorandum of Understanding concerning disciplinary matters.
    12. Adopt Resolution No. 2024-112, adopting the City of Corona Position Library and Compensation Plan.

11.
LEGISLATIVE MATTERS

 

The portion of the agenda is for proposed ordinances presented for the City Council's consideration.

11.1
ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 5.02.035 TO CHAPTER 5.02 OF THE CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE TO REQUIRE A FIRE INSPECTION PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A BUSINESS LICENSE, AMENDING SECTION 5.02.100

This item has attachments. 
1.ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 5.02.035 TO CHAPTER 5.02 OF THE CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE TO REQUIRE A FIRE INSPECTION .pdf
2.Exhibit 1 - Ordinance No. 3408 (Redline Version).pdf
3.Exhibit 2 - Ordinance 3408 (Clean Version).pdf

  • That the City Council introduce, by title only, and waive full reading of consideration of Ordinance No. 3408, the first reading of an ordinance adding Section 5.02.035 to Chapter 5.02 of the Corona Municipal Code to require an inspection by the Corona Fire Department prior to issuance of a business license to a business that will operate from a fixed location within the City and amending Section 5.02.100 to ensure if a business moves locations the application is referred back to the city official for an inspection.

12.
REPORTS FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 

 

This portion of the agenda lists items from Commissions and Boards from the City Council, Commissioners, and Staff.

12.1
Library Board of Trustees

 

12.2
Planning & Housing Commission

 

12.3
Parks & Recreation Commission

 

12.4
Regional Meetings

 

13.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS AND COMMENTS

 

14.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS AND COMMENTS

 

15.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS' REPORTS AND COMMENTS

 

16.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

 

This portion of the agenda is for items requested by the Mayor, Council Members or Staff for consideration at a future meeting.  No immediate action is taken on Future Agenda Items; this section serves to highlight topics that will be considered at upcoming meetings.  Council action on items that have appeared in this section takes place under Administrative Reports, when accompanied by a staff report.

  1. Corporate and Community Giving Policy (Staff) January/February
  2. Historic Civic Center Operations Plan (Staff) February/March
  3. Downtown Revitalization Update (Staff) February/March
  4. Street Moratorium (Staff) March 2025
  5. Update to the Historic Resources Inventory (W. Speake) TBD
  6. Policy allowing request of the placement of No Parking signs in red zones around school (W. Speake) TBD

17.
ADJOURNMENT

 

The next regular meeting of the City Council is scheduled for January 15, 2025 or thereafter as noted on the posted agenda for closed session items in the City Council Board Room followed by the regular meeting at 4:30 p.m. or thereafter as noted on the posted agenda in the City Council Chambers.

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