City Council

MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE JURUPA VALLEY CITY COUNCIL November 21, 2024 1. 6:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR STUDY SESSION ● Guillermo Silva, Mayor ● Brian Berkson, Mayor Pro Tem ● Leslie Altamirano, Council Member ● Chris Barajas, Council Member ● Armando Carmona, Council Member Mayor Guillermo Silva called the Study Session to order at 6:00 p.m. Council Member Leslie Altamirano and Council Member Chris Barajas were absent. 2. STUDY SESSION A. REGULATIONS FOR METAL SHIPPING CONTAINERS Staff Report presented by Miguel Del Rio, Principal Planner. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson stated that the current municipal code regulations are overly restrictive. His goal is to have a discussion about allowing cargo/shipping containers to be utilized as accessory storage as long as they meet minimum setback and design standards. Joe Perez, Assistant City Manager/Director of Community Development provided additional information and responded to Council’s questions. Following discussion, the City Council identified items of concerns and requests for additional information. The Council requested that this item be brought back for future Council action. Mayor Guillermo Silva adjourned the study session at 6:47 p.m. 3. 7:00 PM - CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR REGULAR MEETING ● Guillermo Silva, Mayor ● Brian Berkson, Mayor Pro Tem ● Leslie Altamirano, Council Member ● Chris Barajas, Council Member ● Armando Carmona, Council Member Mayor Guillermo Silva called the regular meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. -1- 4. INVOCATION was given by Pastor Todd Dannelly, Calvary Chapel Jurupa Valley. 5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by City Manager Rod Butler. 6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mayor Guillermo Silva announced that Item 13.M would be moved from the Consent Calendar to Council Business and Items 13.H and 16.B will be pulled from the Agenda. A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano, approve the Agenda with the noted changes. Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None Absent: None 7. PRESENTATIONS A. UPDATE ON JURUPA AREA RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS – PRESENTED BY COLBY DIUGUID, GENERAL MANAGER Colby Diuguid, General Manager, gave an update on the Jurupa Area Recreation and Park District’s projects and programs. He announced that the JARPD adopted their Park and Recreation Master Plan on September 26, 2024 and it is available on their website. He gave an update on the Trails Master Plan, identifying key routes and costs. He gave an update on several construction projects, park renovations, and special events. 8. PUBLIC APPEARANCE/COMMENTS There were no public comments. 9. INTRODUCTIONS, ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS, COUNCIL COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS There were no Council comments. 10. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ORAL/WRITTEN REPORTS REGARDING REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS A. MAYOR GUILLERMO SILVA 1. Mayor Guillermo Silva reported that he was unable to attend the Northwest Mosquito and Vector Control District meeting of November 21, 2024, due to a scheduling conflict. -2-  2. Mayor Guillermo Silva gave an update on the Interagency Coordinating Council meeting of November 15, 2024. B. MAYOR PRO TEM BRIAN BERKSON 1. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson gave an update on the Metrolink / Southern California Regional Rail Authority meeting of November 8, 2024. 2. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson gave an update on the Riverside County Transportation Commission meeting of November 13, 2024. 3. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson gave an update on the Northwest Transportation Now Coalition meeting of November 14, 2024. 4. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson gave an update on the Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors meeting of November 21, 2024. 5. Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson announced that he was unable to attend the Mobile S ource Air Pollution R eduction Review Committee meeting of November 21, 2024, due to a scheduling conflict. 11. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE City Manager Rod Butler announced that the annual City Hall Tree Lighting Ceremony is Wednesday, December 4 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event features photos with Santa Claus, entertainment, and holiday treats. He reported that City Hall will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024 in observance of Veterans Day. He announced that City Hall will close early on the day before Thanksgiving at 12:30 p.m. City Hall will also be closed on Thursday, November 28 and 29, 2024 in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. Mr. Butler provided an election update on Measure CC, which provides funding for a new technology trade center in Jurupa Valley. He noted that the measure is trending very well and is poised to pass. He thanked the voters in the Riverside Community College District for supporting the measure. Mr. Butler asked Michael Flad to provide an update on Proposition 4, which will provide significant funding for the Santa Ana River. 12. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. NOVEMBER 7, 2024 REGULAR MEETING A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano, to approve the Minutes of the regular meeting of November 7, 2024. -3-  Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None Absent: None 13. 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. COUNCIL MEMBERS MAY REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION, OR TO ASK QUESTIONS, OR MAKE A COMMENT ON THE ITEM If a Council Member wishes to vote “no” or “abstain” on a Consent Calendar item but does not wish to discuss, ask questions or make a comment, the Council Member may state that they wish to vote “no” or “abstain” on the item and the minutes and certification of the vote will show that the Council Member voted “no” or “abstain.” B. ORDINANCE NO. 2024-24 Requested Action: That the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2024-24, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTICT NO. PS 2024-003 (PUBLIC SAFETY, MISSION VILLAGE) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX THEREIN C. ORDINANCE NO. 2024-25 Requested Action: That the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2024-25, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CHANGE OF ZONE NO. 22003 FROM MANUFACTURING SERVICE COMMERCIAL (M-SC) TO GENERAL RESIDENTIAL (R-3) FOR TWO PARCELS (APNS 177-110-018 AND 177-110-016) OF APPROXIMATELY 24.04 ACRES IN SIZE LOCATED AT 6464 33RD STREET AND FINDING NO FURTHER -4-  ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW IS REQUIRED UNDER CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT SECTION 15162 D. ORDINANCE NO. 2024-26 Requested Action: That the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2024-26, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CHANGE OF ZONE NO. 21007 FROM LIGHT AGRICULTURE A-1-4 (MIN. 4-ACRE LOT PER UNIT) TO LIGHT AGRICULTURE A-1 (MIN. 20,000 S.F. LOT PER UNIT) TO ALLOW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SIX (6) SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES ON A 4.1-ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 9045 56TH STREET – “VIA VERDE ESTATES” (APNS: 165-040-018, AND -019) E. APPROVAL OF DIGITAL DISPLAY AGREEMENTS AND LEASE AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND LAMAR CENTRAL OUTDOOR, LLC – REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR FURTHER DISCUSSION Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-117, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY APPROVING DIGITAL DISPLAY AGREEMENTS AND LEASE AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND LAMAR CENTRAL OUTDOOR, LLC, AND DETERMINING THAT THE AGREEMENTS ARE EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER SECTION 15061(B)(3) OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES F. RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR FREIGHT ANALYSIS AND OTHER GRANT AGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-118, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR HIS DESIGNEE, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS, TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION -5- G. A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY TO ESTABLISH CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-001 (SEQUANOTA HEIGHTS) AND TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-001 (SEQUANOTA HEIGHTS); GENERALY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF CANAL STREET AND OPAL STREET Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-119, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY TO ESTABLISH CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-001 (SEQUANOTA HEIGHTS) AND TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-001 (SEQUANOTA HEIGHTS) H. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS REGARDING THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 89-1-CONSOLIDATED (THE “DISTRICT”) AS (ZONE JJ (VAN BUREN MARKETPLACE)) AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN SUCH TERRITORY; LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF VAN BUREN BOULEVARD AND RUTILE STREET – REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA I. AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND SMARTSHEET INC. FOR THE CREATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) PROJECT MANAGEMENT SOLUTION 1. That the City Council approve the agreement with Smartsheet Inc. (“Smartsheet”) for the creation and implementation of a Capital Improvement Program project management solution for an amount not to exceed $36,598; and 2. Authorize the City Manager to sign the Smartsheet User Agreement; and 3. Authorize the Finance Director to make appropriate budget adjustments as necessary. -6- J. AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND REACH OUT FOR PURCHASE OF ELECTRIC BICYCLES AND EQUIPMENT FOR USE BY THE JURUPA VALLEY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT Requested Action: That the City Council approve the Agreement between the City of Jurupa Valley and Reach Out and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement in substantially the form and format attached to the staff report as approved by the City Attorney. K. APPROVAL TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR 2024 TREE CITY USA DESIGNATION THROUGH THE ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION 1. Requested Action: That the City Council approve the submittal of an application for 2024 Tree City USA designation through the Arbor Day Foundation; and 2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the 2024 Tree City USA application. L. ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY VACATION AS SHOWN ON EXHIBITS “A, B AND C” OF THE STAFF REPORT TO ACCOMMODATE THE CONSTRUCTION OF DRAINAGE EASEMENTS AS PART OF THE GRADE SEPARATION CROSSING PROJECT ON JURUPA ROAD Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-123, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE SUMMARY VACATION OF THE DRAINAGE EASEMENTS TO ACCOMMODATE THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE GRADE SEPARATION CROSSING PROJECT ON JURUPA ROAD IN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY M. CONSIDERATION OF DEVELOPING PERMIT-READY PLANS FOR BARNS, STORAGE SHEDS, AND ANIMAL STALLS; UPDATING DETACHED PATIO COVER STANDARDS; AND CREATING FILLABLE PDF FOR PRADU PLANS – MOVED TO COUNCIL BUSINESS N. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) FOR REAP 2.0 SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM (SCP) - CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, EQUITY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE GRANT Requested Action: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-127, entitled: -7-  A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS FOR REAP 2.0 SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES PROGRAM - CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, EQUITY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE GRANT AND DETERMINING THAT THE AGREEMENT IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER SECTIONS 15061(B)(3) OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES O. QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE QUARTER ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 Requested Action: That the City Council receive and file the Quarterly Investment Report for the quarter ending September 30, 2024 (first quarter of Fiscal Year 2024- 2025). A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano, to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item 13.E, which was removed from the Consent Calendar for further discussion. Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None Absent: None 14. CONSIDERATION OF ANY ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR 13.E APPROVAL OF DIGITAL DISPLAY AGREEMENTS AND LEASE AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND LAMAR CENTRAL OUTDOOR, LLC Council Member Armando Carmona requested that Item 13.E be removed from the Consent Calendar for further discussion. Michael Flad, Assistant City Manager, provided additional information and responded to Council’s questions. Further discussion followed. Brian Smith, Director of Real Estate, Lamar Outdoor Advertising, provided additional information and responded to Council’s questions. -8-  A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano, to adopt Resolution No. 2024-117, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY APPROVING DIGITAL DISPLAY AGREEMENTS AND LEASE AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY AND LAMAR CENTRAL OUTDOOR, LLC, AND DETERMINING THAT THE AGREEMENTS ARE EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER SECTION 15061(B)(3) OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None Absent: None 15. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION; DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE ELECTION; AND APPROVING FORMATION AND LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES FOR CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. PS 2024-010 (PUBLIC SAFETY, VALLEY SQUARE) GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF MISSION BOULEVARD AND PYRITE AVENUE Staff Report presented by Paul Toor, Director of Public Works. Mr. Toor outlined the process for the establishment and levy of special taxes for City of Jurupa Valley Community Facilities District No. PS 2024-010 (Public Safety, Valley Square). Mayor Guillermo Silva opened the public hearing. There being no further comments, Mayor Guillermo Silva closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson, seconded by Council Member Chris Barajas, to adopt Resolution Nos. 2024-124 and 2024-125, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2024-124 – A RESOLUTION OF FORMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITEIS DISTRICT NO. PS 2024-010 (PUBLIC SAFETY, VALLEY SQUARE), TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT THEREFORE, TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX THEREIN, AND TO SUBMIT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN -9- APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT AND THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS THEREOF; AND RESOLUTION NO. 2024-125 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION AND SUBMITTING TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. PS 2024-010 (PUBLIC SAFETY, VALLEY SQUARE) PROPOSITIONS REGARDING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT AND THE ANNUAL LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX WITHIN THE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT At the request of the mayor, the City Clerk announced that one owner cast one ballot. All votes cast were in favor of the special taxes. A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson, to adopt Resolution No. 2024-126, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL ELECTION IN CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. PS 2024-010 (PUBLIC SAFETY, VALLEY SQUARE) AND DIRECTING THE RECORDING OF A NOTICE OF SPECIAL TAX LIEN Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None Absent: None A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson, to introduce Ordinance No. 2024-27, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTICT NO. PS 2024-010 (PUBLIC SAFETY, VALLEY SQUARE) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A SPECIAL TAX THEREIN Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None Absent: None -10-  B. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A CHANGE OF ZONE (CZ24002) CONSISTING OF 3.55 ACRES LOCATED AT 4651 BROOKHOLLOW CIRCLE (APN: 167-161-020) AND DETERMINE THAT NO FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW IS REQUIRED PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(b)(3) Staff Report presented by Rene Aguilar, Associate Planner. Mr. Aguilar reported that on September 7, 2006, the County of Riverside approved Plot Plan 21040 for the construction of a business park. As the current zoning is not consistent with the Business Park land use designation, the City Council, at their April 4, 2024 meeting, initiated a Change of Zone to address the zoning inconsistency. Mayor Guillermo Silva opened the public hearing. There being no further comments, Mayor Guillermo Silva closed the public hearing. A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Council Member Armando Carmona, to introduce Ordinance No. 2024-28, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JURUPA VALLEY, APPROVING CHANGE OF ZONE NO. 24002 TO REZONE 3.55 ACRES LOCATED AT 4651 BROOKHOLLOW CIRCLE (APN 167-161- 020) FROM INDUSTRIAL PARK (I-P) AND MANUFACTURING- SERVICE COMMERCIAL (M-SC) TO BUSINESS PARK (BP), AND DETERMINING THAT THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3) Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None Absent: None 16. COUNCIL BUSINESS A. AUTHORIZATION TO APPLY FOR PROHOUSING DESIGNATION THROUGH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (HCD) Staff Report presented by Curtis Miller, Housing Manager. Mr. Miller provided an overview of the Pathway to Removing Obstacles to Housing Designation Program otherwise known as prohousing. Mr. Miller reported the goal of the program is to increase housing opportunities and address the state’s current housing crisis. Further discussion followed. -11-  Council Member Armando Carmona questioned the scoring metrics and how that measurement is related to zoning in residential areas. Council Member Leslie Altamirano stepped away from the dais at 7:59 p.m. A motion was made by Council Member Chris Barajas, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson, to authorize the preparation of an application for the Prohousing Designation through the California Department of Housing and Community Development. Ayes: C. Barajas, B. Berkson, G. Silva Noes: A. Carmona Absent: L. Altamirano Council Member Leslie Altamirano returned to the dais at 8:03 p.m. B. INITIATION OF A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT FOR DISTRICT AT JURUPA VALLEY REVISING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE “COMMERCIAL RETAIL -- INTEGRATED USE OVERLAY” – REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA AT THE REQUEST OF THE APPLICANT C. CONSIDERATION OF DEVELOPING PERMIT-READY PLANS FOR BARNS, STORAGE SHEDS, AND ANIMAL STALLS; UPDATING DETACHED PATIO COVER STANDARDS; AND CREATING FILLABLE PDF FOR PRADU PLANS Staff Report presented by Jim Pechous, Principal Planner. Mr. Pechous reported that at the request of Council, City staff were directed to provide data on eligible lots for permit-ready plans with a focus on streamlining construction of accessory structures in the equestrian protection overlay. Mr. Pechous presented the results of the eligibility analysis and provided examples of permit-ready barns, horse stables, and storage buildings. Mr. Pechous indicated that staff included updated plans for patio covers to meet current building code requirements. Further discussion followed. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Brian Berkson, seconded by Council Member Leslie Altamirano, to proceed with the development of proposed permit-ready (pre-approved) accessory building plans and other updates as outlined in the staff report. Ayes: L. Altamirano, C. Barajas, B. Berkson, A. Carmona, G. Silva Noes: None Absent: None -12- 17. COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS There were no requests for future Agenda items. 18. CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT City Attorney Peter Thorson had no report. 19. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS AND COMMENTS There were no additional Council comments. 20. CONVENE TO CLOSED SESSION Mayor Guillermo Silva announced that Closed Session Item 20.C would be rescheduled to the December 5, 2024 meeting. A. PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO CLOSED SESSION ITEMS There were no public comments regarding the closed session items. B. 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)(2) and (4) with respect to one matter of potential litigation. 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 based on the discussions with several local residents in the area of Jurupa Road around Valley Way and Soto Avenue concerning drainage issues during the rainy season. The residents include Rosa Sandoval, Jay Lossing, Vanessa Arias, Arturo Acosta, and Holly Pagner. The correspondence, videos and pictures submitted by the residents describing the facts and circumstances on which their concerns are based are available for public inspection from the Office of the City Clerk. 21. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION A. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ANY REPORTABLE ACTIONS IN CLOSED SESSION The City Attorney announced that there were no reportable actions taken. 22. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the City Council, Mayor Guillermo Silva adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m. to December 5, 2024 at 7:00 pm. -13-