Corona public meetings in 2022

Study Session

The study session meeting scheduled for December 28, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided during this session.

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 21, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

• No items were scheduled due to the cancellation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several reports regarding city programs. This includes providing feedback on proposed small business grants and a 2023 legislative advocacy program. Members will also receive updates on the City Park Master Plan and the utilities audit.

• Feedback on proposed Small Business Grants programs
• Direction on Heritage Room Renovation options
• Initial update on the City Park Master Plan
• Update on Utilities Audit and upcoming Rate Study
• Feedback on 2023 Legislative Advocacy Program

Special Meeting

The City Council will adopt Resolution No. 2022-122 to declare the results of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election. The meeting also includes the oath of office for newly elected council members and the election of a Mayor and Vice Mayor.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-122 regarding the 2022 General Municipal Election results
• Oath of office for newly elected council members
• Election of Mayor
• Election of Vice Mayor

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for December 13, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2023.

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission is considering two public hearing applications. These include a permit for a wireless telecommunications facility at Chase Drive and Mangular Avenue and a sports training facility on Wardlow Road. The commission will also approve minutes from the November 21, 2022, meeting.

• Wireless telecommunications facility (60-foot faux eucalyptus tree) at Chase Drive and Mangular Avenue
• 7,856 square foot sports training facility at 2410 Wardlow Road, Suite 104
• Approval of November 21, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning and Housing Commission approved two conditional use permits for a faux-tree wireless facility and a sports performance center. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting.

• Approved CUP2021-0002 for a 60-foot-high faux eucalyptus wireless facility at Chase Drive and Mangular Avenue (4-0)
• Approved CUP2022-0008 for a 7,856 square foot sports training facility at 2410 Wardlow Road, Suite 104 (4-0)
• Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Postponed election of Chair and Vice-Chair to the next regular meeting

City Council

The Corona City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and utility agreements, including contracts for sewer relocation and water reclamation facility improvements. The agenda also includes a proposal to purchase a 20-inch water pipeline in River Road Bridge. Additionally, the council will address existing litigation in closed session.

• Contract award to MNR Construction, Inc. for Wardlow Road Sewer Relocation Project ($2,357,980)
• Purchase of 20-inch water pipeline in River Road Bridge for $580,000
• Contract award to Beador Construction Company, Inc. for Water Reclamation Facility No. 2 improvements ($1,475,700)
• Service Agreement with Riverside County for Serfas Club Drive improvements ($167,399.88)
• Agreement with Calgon Carbon Corporation for Ion Exchange Treatment Plant project ($621,692)

The City Council approved ordinances to reduce building and development fees for nonprofits and certain downtown residential projects. The council also set commercial cannabis business tax rates and approved several infrastructure and service contracts.

• Approved 50% fee reduction for nonprofits and downtown infill residential development (5-0)
• Approved commercial cannabis business tax rates (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 compensation increase for Infrastructure Engineers (5-0)
• Approved funding for demolition of old Police Department Building (5-0)
• Approved 2022 California Building Standards Code adoption (5-0)
• Approved agreements with Mercy House Living Centers and Path of Life Ministries (5-0)
• Approved Tentative Tract Map 32703 (4-0, Mayor recused)
• Approved Interfund Loan Agreement for LMD 84-2 Zone 19 (4-0, Mayor recused)

Library Board of Trustees

The scheduled meeting for the Corona Library Board of Trustees was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No agenda items were addressed or decided during this session.

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission will consider two public hearings regarding a new residential development. These items involve subdividing 34.27 acres for 118 condominium units and reviewing the project's site plan and architecture.

• Tentative Tract Map 38277 to subdivide 34.27 acres into 13 lots for 118 condo units
• Precise Plan PP2022-0002 for site plan, architecture, and landscaping review
• Approval of November 7, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning and Housing Commission approved a tentative tract map and precise plan for 118 residential condominium units and two private parks. The approval includes a condition that the developer discuss expanding the trail system to the south side of Bedford Wash with city and county officials.

• Approved minutes from November 7, 2022 meeting (4-1)
• Approved TTM 38277 to subdivide 34.27 acres for 118 condominium units (5-0)
• Approved PP 2022-0002 for site plan, architecture, and landscaping of 118 units and two parks (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider Ordinance 3357 to adopt the 2022 California Building Standards Code. The agenda also includes property negotiations in closed session and several utility-related contracts. Additionally, the council will recognize long-term employees and the Corona Rotary Club.

• Adoption of Ordinance 3357 to implement the 2022 California Building Standards Code
• Purchase order for $293,341 to Ovivo USA LLC for water facility equipment
• Professional services agreement with Commonwealth Associates for $310,168 for an Arc Flash Study
• Expansion of the Wildland Protection Agreement with CAL FIRE
• Property negotiations regarding 725 S Main St and various APNs in closed session

The City Council approved an ordinance adopting the 2022 California Building Standards Code and amending Title 15 of the Municipal Code. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and a wildland protection agreement. Other actions included approving meeting minutes and financial reports.

• Approved ordinance adopting 2022 California Building Standards Code (5-0)
• Approved expansion of Wildland Protection Agreement with California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (5-0)
• Approved purchase order to Ovivo USA LLC for Water Reclamation Facility 1 Digester No. 2 Dome Cover Replacement (5-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement for Arc Flash Study with Commonwealth Associates (5-0)
• Approved release of grading security for Terrano Apartments at 2804 Fashion Drive (5-0)
• Approved travel request for Council Member Jacque Casillas to attend 2022 League of California Cities Leaders Workshop (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for October 26 and November 2, 2022 (5-0)
• Received and filed September 2022 Monthly Fiscal and Investment Portfolio Reports (5-0)

Study Session

The City Council will discuss the Transit Comprehensive Operations Analysis. This session focuses on providing feedback regarding evaluated enhanced transit service options.

• Feedback on enhanced transit service options from the Transit Comprehensive Operations Analysis

The City Council reviewed a Transit Comprehensive Operations Analysis presentation covering rider profiles, service performance, and budget impacts. By majority vote, the Council agreed on service option scenario 2A.

• Agreed on Transit Comprehensive Operations Analysis option scenario 2A (majority vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive an update on the Parks and Recreation Masterplan from MIG. Members will also provide feedback on the FY 2024 community events calendar and proposed program funding. Additionally, the committee will discuss the Downtown Corona Summer Concert Scene and potential direction regarding secondhand smoke nuisance abatement.

• Parks and Recreation Masterplan update with MIG
• Feedback on FY 2024 community events calendar and funding
• Review of Downtown Corona Summer Concert Scene
• Direction on secondhand smoke nuisance abatement

The Council unanimously agreed to support moving the Summer Concerts to 6th Street. Other items, including a parks masterplan update and a secondhand smoke nuisance proposal, were discussed without formal action.

• Unanimously agreed to support moving Summer Concerts to 6th Street

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding the Parks and Recreation Masterplan with MIG and the City Park Masterplan with RJM. The agenda also includes a report on the Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance and bond repayment for September 2022.

• Parks and Recreation Masterplan Update with MIG
• City Park Masterplan with RJM
• Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for September 2022
• Approval of October 11, 2022, and October 26, 2022, meeting minutes

The Commission received presentations on the Parks and Recreation Masterplan and the City Park Masterplan. The body also received and filed the September 2022 Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment report.

• Received and filed September 2022 Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment report
• Continued approval of October 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Continued approval of October 26, 2022 special meeting minutes

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission is reviewing two public hearing applications. One involves increasing a telecommunications facility's height at 638 Collett Avenue, while another proposes a 10-bed senior care facility at 3006 Pearson Circle. Staff reports recommend denying both applications.

• Increase cell tower height from 60 feet to 75 feet at 638 Collett Avenue
• Proposal for a 10-bed senior residential care facility at 3006 Pearson Circle
• Approval of October 24, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning and Housing Commission denied two conditional use permit applications. One request to increase a telecommunications tower height was rejected, and another request to establish a senior residential care facility was denied.

• Approved minutes from October 24, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Denied CUPM2020-0004 to increase cell tower height from 60 to 75 feet at 638 Collett Avenue (4-0)
• Denied CUP2022-0001 to establish a 10-bed senior residential care facility at 3006 Pearson Circle (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a contract for a study regarding mobile home rent stabilization and several utility-related purchase orders. The agenda also includes budget adjustments for library security, police equipment, and public works projects. Closed sessions are scheduled to discuss property negotiations and potential litigation.

• $98,016 contract with RSG Inc. for a mobile home rent stabilization study
• $450,000 agreement with Tony Painting, Inc. for as-needed painting services
• $421,945 purchase order from Suez Water Technologies for water membranes
• $750,000 transfer for the demolition of City Park pool and building
• $170,000 federal grant acceptance for traffic enforcement

The City Council approved a professional services agreement with RSG Inc. for technical support and analysis regarding rent stabilization for mobile home residents. Other actions included approving various city maintenance contracts, budget adjustments, and a one-year extension for a tentative tract map.

• Approved professional service agreement with RSG Inc. for mobile home rent stabilization analysis (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension of time for Tentative Tract Map 34760 (5-0)
• Approved support letter for S. 2981 and H.R. 3172 (HELPER Act) (unanimous)
• Approved funding transfer for demolition of City Park pool, pool house, and abandoned water tank (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Quarter 1 Budgetary Adjustments (5-0)
• Approved maintenance agreement for painting services with Tony Painting, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved purchase order with Suez Water Technologies for Water Reclamation Facility No. 3 (5-0)
• Postponed request to waive sidewalk improvements on Orange Heights Lane (5-0)

Study Session

The City Council will review proposed options for building and grading permit fees for infill lots within the City's Historic District. The session also includes updates regarding the city's communications plan and branding research findings.

• Permit fee options for Historic District infill lots
• Communications Plan update
• Branding Research Findings update

The Council conducted a study session featuring presentations on building and grading permit fees for the Historic District, a communications plan update, and branding research findings. No formal decisions were made or votes taken during this session.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a work session with 110% to receive an update on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. This is a special meeting of the commission.

• Update on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan from 110%

The Commission held a work session featuring a presentation by consultant Ferrall Buller from 110%. The session focused on parks and reconomics, financial discipline, and cost recovery goals. No formal actions were decided.

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review several administrative reports and library statistics. This includes an update on Collection HQ and the quarterly trustee work plan report. The board will also approve minutes from the August 23, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of August 23, 2022, meeting minutes
• Assistant Director's Report
• Collection HQ Update
• Trustee Work Plan Quarterly Report
• Review of August and September 2022 library statistics

The Board approved the minutes from the August 23, 2022 meeting and accepted the consent calendar for graphs, stats, and flyers. Trustees reviewed a report on the new Collection HQ data tool and the FY22/23 Trustee Work Plan.

• Approved August 23, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved Consent Calendar for Board Graph, Stats, and Flyers (5-0)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission will consider a permit to establish a 10-bed senior residential care facility at 3006 Pearson Circle. The commission will also review the minutes from the October 10, 2022 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for a 10-bed senior residential care facility at 3006 Pearson Circle
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 10, 2022
• Future discussion regarding increasing the height of a wireless telecommunications facility at 638 Collett Avenue

The Planning and Housing Commission continued the hearing for a conditional use permit to establish a senior residential care facility. The project was postponed to allow staff to prepare a recommendation and resolution of denial. The Commission also noted that the City's Housing Element was certified on October 12, 2022.

• Approved minutes for October 10, 2022 meeting (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Continued CUP2022-0001 (10-bed senior care facility at 3006 Pearson Circle) to November 7, 2022 for staff to prepare a recommendation and resolution of denial (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure and utility projects. Items include an agreement for the East Grand Boulevard Storm Drain Project and a new project to widen Ontario Avenue at Lincoln Avenue. The council will also consider contract awards for park improvements and wastewater services.

• East Grand Boulevard Storm Drain Project agreement ($1,880,000)
• Contract award for Cresta Verde Park parking lot ADA improvements ($126,239)
• Professional services agreement for Western Riverside County wastewaterline ($249,922)
• Acceptance of $209,361 Firefighters Grant Program award
• Creation of Ontario Avenue widening project at Lincoln Avenue

The City Council approved a new capital project to widen Ontario Avenue at Lincoln Avenue and authorized a reimbursement agreement with WRCOG for funding. The consent calendar was approved with all items except the firefighter grant, which was voted on separately and also approved. No public hearings were held, and the council took no action on two proposed developments at 1335 and 1341 W. Sixth Street.

• Approved widening of Ontario Avenue at Lincoln Avenue (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including storm drain agreement, park ADA improvements, and wastewater authority contract (5-0)
• Approved FY2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 28 and October 5, 2022 meetings (5-0)
• Received and filed monthly fiscal and investment reports
• Adopted resolution to vacate temporary easements on MacBeth Avenue and Dakin Drive
• Took no action on proposed EV charging station and carwash at 1335-1341 W. Sixth Street
• Received and filed Parks & Recreation Commission report

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a sales tax information update from HdL Companies. The committee will also discuss historic route signage and provide feedback on the Trails Master Plan update.

• Sales tax information update by HdL Companies
• Historic route signage request from Corona Historic Preservation Society
• Conservation and display options for Women’s Victory Service Flag
• Trails Master Plan update with Alta Planning

The Corona City Council, meeting as a Committee of the Whole, received informational presentations on four topics: a sales tax update from HdL Companies, historic route signs, conservation and display of a Women's Victory Service Flag, and a Trails Master Plan update. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken on any of the items.

• No decisions were made; all agenda items were presented for discussion only.
• Sales tax update: HdL Companies presented 2nd Quarter 2022 data and Measure X adjusted results.
• Historic Route Signs: City Traffic Engineer presented proposed sign locations and pros/cons; no action taken.
• Women's Victory Service Flag: Community Services Director presented conservation and display options; no action taken.
• Trails Master Plan Update: Alta Planning presented project background, vision, and next steps; no action taken.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the Community Services Budget and Park Bond/Quimby Loan overview. The meeting also includes a report on the Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance and August 2022 bond repayment.

• Community Services Budget and Park Bond/Quimby Loan overview
• Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance and bond repayment report for August 2022
• Director's Report
• Approval of September 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the September 13, 2022 meeting minutes and accepted the Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment report for August 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments supporting pump tracks, a youth update, and informational presentations on the Community Services budget and park bond/Quimby loan.

• Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for August 2022 (motion carried)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission will consider increasing the height of a telecommunications facility from 60 to 75 feet at 638 Collett Avenue. The commission will also review a request to vacate temporary emergency vehicle and waterline easements.

• Increase height of telecommunications facility at 638 Collett Avenue from 60 to 75 feet
• Vacation of temporary emergency vehicular access and waterline easements

The Planning and Housing Commission voted 3-1 to deny a request to modify a conditional use permit to increase the height of an existing telecommunications mono-pine from 60 to 75 feet at 638 Collett Avenue (Cresta Verde Park). The denial was based on impacts to neighborhood aesthetics and lack of public interest. The commission also approved the consent item for a general plan consistency determination regarding easement vacations and approved the September 26, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Denied CUPM2020-0004 to increase telecom mono-pine height from 60 to 75 feet at Cresta Verde Park (3-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2594 for general plan consistency determination on easement vacations (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 26, 2022 Planning and Housing Commission meeting (4-0)

Pension Stabilization Trust Board of Trustees

The Pension Stabilization Trust Board of Trustees will meet on October 10, 2022. The meeting includes the election of a Chairperson and a Secretary. A presentation regarding Trustee Board meetings and the CalPERS Actuarial Report update is also scheduled.

• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Secretary
• CalPERS Actuarial Report Update

The Pension Stabilization Trust Board of Trustees elected Chad Willardson as Chairperson and Jacob Ellis as Secretary, both unanimously. The board also received a report on trustee board meetings and a CalPERS actuarial update. No substantive decisions were made beyond the elections.

• Elected Chad Willardson as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Jacob Ellis as Secretary (unanimous)

City Council

The Corona City Council will review several infrastructure agreements and service contracts. This includes a ten-year pavement management program update and sewer system video inspection services. The council will also hold closed sessions regarding real property negotiations.

• $189,750 contract for Ten-year Pavement Management Program Update
• $250,000 agreement for sewer system video inspection services
• First amendment to the Cajalco Road and I-15 Interchange Improvement Project agreement
• Automated License Plate Reader Community Partner Camera Funding Agreement
• Ordinance 3355 regarding hazardous materials disclosure updates

The City Council approved a 50% reduction in permit application fees for all nonprofit organizations, following a request from Council Member Richins for ABC Hopes and Settlement House. The motion passed 3-2, with Vice Mayor Daddario and Council Member Casillas voting against. The council also adopted an ordinance updating hazardous materials disclosure rules and approved several agreements, including a pavement management program update and an automated license plate reader camera funding agreement.

• Approved 50% permit fee reduction for all nonprofits (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3355 on hazardous materials disclosure (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement for Pavement Management Program Update (5-0)
• Approved first amendment to Cajalco Road/I-15 Interchange Improvement Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Automated License Plate Reader Community Partner Camera Funding Agreement (5-0)
• Approved CCTV sewer inspection services contract with Houston and Harris PCS, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved release of securities for properties at 2472 and 2478 Steven Drive (5-0)
• Approved release of Lennar Homes securities for Tract Maps 36541-1, 36541-2, and 36541 (5-0)

Special Meeting

The City Council will participate in a Fall Policy Workshop to receive staff presentations. The session covers organizational policies, standards and ordinances, revenue and finances, and community beautification.

• Electric Utility Sale overview
• Street Vendor Ordinance review
• ARPA Update
• LMD Renewal Initiative
• Future of the Old Police Station discussion

The City Council held a special meeting as a policy workshop to discuss and receive direction on multiple topics including purchasing policy, electric utility sale, sidewalk vendor ordinance, field maintenance standards, legislative platform, ARPA status, landscape maintenance district renewal, old police station future, and a community mural project. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was entirely discussion and direction-setting.

• Discussed purchasing policy updates — no action taken
• Discussed electric utility sale — no action taken
• Discussed draft sidewalk vendor ordinance — no action taken
• Discussed field maintenance standards — no action taken
• Discussed 2023 legislative platform update — no action taken
• Discussed ARPA status update — no action taken
• Discussed LMD renewal funding and service levels — no action taken
• Discussed future of old police station and community mural project — no action taken

Study Session

The City Council study session scheduled for Wednesday, September 28, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for September 27, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2022.

• No items were scheduled for discussion due to the cancellation

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission will review applications for a development at 1335 and 1341 W. Sixth Street. The proposal includes an electric vehicle charging station with 52 spaces, an 8,000-square-foot market, and a carwash tunnel.

• Precise Plan application (PP2022-0001) for EV charging, market, and carwash at 1335 and 1341 W. Sixth Street
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP2022-0002) for a 1,200-square-foot automated carwash tunnel
• Approval of August 8, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning and Housing Commission approved a precise plan and conditional use permit for an electric vehicle charging station with 52 charging spaces, an 8,000-square-foot market, and a 1,200-square-foot automated carwash at 1335 and 1341 W. Sixth Street. Both resolutions passed unanimously (5-0). The commission also approved the August 8, 2022 meeting minutes with one abstention.

• Approved Resolution No. 2592 granting PP2022-0001 for EV charging station, market, and carwash (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2593 granting CUP2022-0002 for automated carwash tunnel (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2022 meeting (4-0-1, Alexander abstained)

City Council

The Corona City Council is meeting to discuss the adoption of a new Downtown Revitalization Plan and Design Guidelines. The agenda also includes approving contracts for biosolids transportation and radio equipment purchases. Additionally, the council will review property negotiations and infrastructure projects like Ontario Avenue widening.

• Adoption of Downtown Revitalization Plan and Design Guidelines
• $1,400,000 annual contract for biosolids transportation services
• $323,031 purchase of Motorola multi-band portable radios
• Creation of Ontario Avenue widening project at Lincoln Avenue
• Improvement agreements for Tract Map 37644

The City Council unanimously approved the Downtown Revitalization Plan and Design Guidelines, a guide for placemaking in downtown Corona. The council also approved a hazardous materials disclosure ordinance update and a contract for biosolids transportation services. A road-widening project at Ontario Avenue and Lincoln Avenue was continued to a future meeting for further study.

• Approved Downtown Revitalization Plan and Design Guidelines (5-0)
• Approved update to hazardous materials disclosure ordinance (5-0)
• Approved $2.1M emergency potable water main replacement on Cypress Point Drive and Oakland Hills Drive (5-0)
• Approved biosolids transportation services agreement with Christofferson Transportation, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved purchase of multi-band portable radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved release of grading securities for Raising Cane's restaurant at 840 North Main Street (5-0)
• Approved release of landscaping securities for Arantine Hills Holdings (5-0)
• Continued Ontario Avenue widening project to future meeting (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The City of Corona Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for September 14, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented or discussed.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review and approve the Parks and Recreation Commission Fiscal Year 22-23 Workplan. The meeting also includes a report on Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance and bond repayments for May, June, and July 2022.

• Review and approval of the Fiscal Year 22-23 Workplan
• Report on Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for May, June, and July 2022
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 14, August 15, and August 22, 2022

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved minutes from three prior meetings and accepted a Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment report for May, June, and July 2022. No public comments were received. The commission also discussed updates on the Performing Arts Feasibility Study, Graffiti and Urban Forest Management Plan, and a joint-use ramp at El Cerrito Middle School, but took no action on those items.

• Approved June 14, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved August 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 22, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment report for May, June, July 2022 (5-0)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission meeting scheduled for September 12, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will review amendments to parking ordinances and approve several infrastructure contracts. Items include a large-scale wastewater project, park improvements at Mountain Gate Park, and emergency water main repairs. The council will also discuss real property negotiations in closed session.

• $4,595,370 contract award to Ferreira Coastal Construction Company for wastewater pipeline work
• Amendments to off-street parking requirements via Ordinances 3353 and 3354
• $149,975 agreement with USA Shade & Fabric Structures for Mountain Gate Park
• $758,218 ratification of emergency water main replacement on Cypress Point and Oakland Hills Drives
• $300,000 professional services agreement for the McKinley Grade Separation Project

The City Council adopted ordinances updating off-street parking requirements and approved several consent calendar items, including a reclaimed waterline agreement and contracts for park shade structures, playground equipment, and a grade separation project. Items 15, 16, and 19 were voted on separately and all passed 5-0. The meeting also included proclamations, public comments on biking and rent stabilization, and a list of future agenda items.

• Adopted Ordinance 3353 amending off-street parking requirements in Zoning Code (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3354 amending parking requirements for multi-family residential in specific plans (5-0)
• Approved amended funding agreement with Riverside County Flood Control and contract to Ferreira Coastal Construction for reclaimed waterline (5-0)
• Approved side letter with Public Service Employees Association adopting position library and compensation plan (5-0)
• Approved $2.1M? professional services agreement with USA Shade & Fabric Structures for Mountain Gate Park shade structure (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Pacific Play Systems for Mountain Gate Park playground equipment (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with RailPros Field Services for McKinley Grade Separation Project (5-0)
• Approved emergency potable water main replacement on Cypress Point Drive and Oakland Hills Drive (5-0)

Study Session

The Corona City Council will review several reports during this study session. Members will provide feedback on the draft Downtown Revitalization Plan and Design Guidelines. The council will also discuss waste management contract negotiations and housing element rezoning standards.

• Feedback on Draft Downtown Revitalization Plan and Design Guidelines
• Update on Waste Management franchise negotiations
• Discussion of General Plan Housing Element Rezoning Program Draft Development Standards
• Communications Plan progress update

The City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They directed staff to proceed with Option 1 for California Redemption Value (CRV) and Household Hazardous Waste program options in the Waste Management contract negotiations. The Downtown Revitalization Plan and Housing Element Rezoning standards were discussed with feedback only, and the Communications Plan update was postponed to a future meeting.

• Directed staff to proceed with Option 1 for CRV and Household Hazardous Waste options (no vote)
• Postponed Communications Plan update to a future meeting
• Discussed Draft Downtown Revitalization Plan and Design Guidelines (no action)
• Discussed General Plan Housing Element Rezoning Program Draft Development Standards (no action)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 Work Plan and a library budget update. The agenda also includes an overview of Collection HQ data analysis implementation.

• Library Budget Update
• Fiscal Year 2023 Work Plan
• Overview of Collection HQ and Data Analysis Implementation
• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of library statistics and promotional flyers

The Library Board of Trustees approved minutes from its July 26 regular meeting and August 13 special meeting. Trustees received updates on the Summer Reading Challenge, library budget, collection analysis tool, and fiscal year 2023 work plan. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes of July 26, 2022 regular meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 13, 2022 special meeting (4-0)
• Accepted consent calendar including board graph, stats, and flyers (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

This special meeting consists primarily of procedural items and reports. The commission will review meeting minutes and discuss commissioner goals and objectives.

• Discussion of Commissioner's Goals and Objectives

The Parks and Recreation Commission held a special meeting to discuss and set goals for the upcoming fiscal year. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was purely a brainstorming session. The goals will be posted for approval at a later meeting.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was a goal-setting workshop.

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission meeting scheduled for August 22, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the municipal code regarding off-street parking requirements. Members will also review language for a commercial cannabis tax measure for the November 2022 election. Additionally, the council will receive economic development subsidy reports and project updates.

• Amendments to off-street parking requirements (ZTA 2022-0002)
• Primary argument for commercial cannabis tax measure
• $150,000 increase to Hicks and Hartwick professional services agreement
• Five-year economic development subsidy reports
• McKinley Street Grade Separation Project update

The City Council unanimously approved a zone text amendment modifying off-street parking requirements and a related specific plan amendment for multi-family residential. They also approved the primary argument in favor of a commercial cannabis tax measure for the ballot. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Zone Text Amendment 2022-0002 modifying off-street parking requirements (5-0)
• Approved Specific Plan Amendment 2022-0004 updating parking references for multi-family residential (5-0)
• Approved primary argument in favor of commercial cannabis tax measure (5-0)
• Approved Five-Year Economic Development Subsidy Reports for six companies (5-0)
• Approved second amendment to Hicks and Hartwick agreement, adding $150,000 (5-0)
• Accepted public improvements and released securities for 3745 Temescal Canyon Road (5-0)
• Accepted public improvements and released securities for 3955/3959 Temescal Canyon Road (5-0)
• Approved City of Corona Economic Development Strategic Plan (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting to receive a report regarding the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The agenda also includes public communications and commissioner reports.

• Report on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan

The commission received a presentation from 110% on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, covering topics such as spending, cost recovery, and sustainability. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only, with commissioners asking questions and receiving clarification.

• Received Parks and Recreation Master Plan presentation (no action taken)

Library Board of Trustees

The Corona Library Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss the board's goals and objectives for the FY22 work plan. The agenda also includes a report regarding special programs for diverse audiences.

• Discussion of FY22 Library Board goals and objectives
• Report on special programs for diverse audiences

The Library Board of Trustees held a special meeting to discuss goals and objectives for FY23, including topics like book banning, Collection HQ, the Heritage Room/Victory Flag, the library as a safe place, and physical space changes. They also discussed special programs for diverse audiences, focusing on inclusivity and the library as a safe space for LGBTQ teens, with potential partnerships with non-profits. No formal votes or decisions were taken; items are to be brought back for review at the next meeting.

• Discussed FY23 work plan goals including book banning, Collection HQ, Heritage Room/Victory Flag, library safe place, and physical space changes
• Discussed special programs for diverse audiences, focusing on LGBTQ teens and partnerships with non-profits
• No formal votes or decisions taken; items to be reviewed at next meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive updates on urban forest management, graffiti abatement, and roadway safety. Members will also review the proposed scope of work for a Performing Arts Center feasibility study.

• Urban Forest Management Plan update
• Graffiti Abatement program update
• Performing Arts Center Feasibility Study scope of work feedback
• Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) update

The Committee of the Whole received informational presentations on four topics: the Urban Forest Management Plan (including a goal to plant 3,000 trees per year for five years), a proposed scope of work for a Performing Arts Center feasibility study, a graffiti abatement update for FY 2021-2022, and the Local Roadway Safety Plan. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was for discussion and inquiry only.

• No formal decisions made; all items were informational presentations
• Urban Forest Management Plan update presented (no action)
• Performing Arts Center feasibility scope of work discussed (no action)
• Graffiti abatement update presented (no action)
• Local Roadway Safety Plan presented (no action)

Special Meeting

The City Council will consider Resolution No. 2022-108 to amend the ballot label and question for a proposed commercial cannabis business tax measure. This measure is intended for the November 8, 2022, general municipal election.

• Resolution No. 2022-108: Amending the ballot label/question for a commercial cannabis business tax measure

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution amending the ballot label and ballot question for a commercial cannabis business tax measure to be placed on the November 8, 2022 general municipal election ballot. The vote was 5-0.

• Approved resolution amending ballot label for cannabis business tax measure (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for August 9, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2022.

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission will discuss development standards related to the Housing Element Rezoning Program. Commissioners are asked to provide feedback to staff regarding presented examples. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the July 25, 2022, meeting.

• Approval of July 25, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Housing Element Rezoning Program development standards

The commission heard a presentation on the Housing Element Rezoning Program, including draft development standards and design guidelines, but took no formal action. The only decision was approval of the July 25, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved July 25, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The council will review an ordinance to change how occupancy days are calculated for emergency shelters in certain industrial zones. The agenda also includes several contract amendments and budget adjustments for city services.

• Ordinance No. 3343 regarding emergency shelter stay duration in M-1, M-2, and M-3 zones
• $87,500 agreement with Corona Chamber of Commerce for business promotion
• $615,721 increase to Valverde Construction contract for pipe replacement work
• $120,000 payment to the City of Riverside for the Aviation Program Agreement
• Real property negotiations with Christian Church Homes, UHS Corona, Inc., and Rest Area, LLC

The City Council directed staff not to proceed with exploring the sale of the Corona Public Library property for a hospital expansion. The Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with the Corona Chamber of Commerce for business promotion, marketing, and retention services, with amendments, in a 4-1 vote (Vice Mayor Daddario abstained). Other actions included adopting an ordinance revising emergency shelter length-of-stay definitions and approving various agreements and resolutions.

• Directed staff not to proceed with exploring sale of library property for hospital expansion (closed session)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Corona Chamber of Commerce (4-1, Daddario abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3343 revising emergency shelter length-of-stay definitions (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for $25,000 increase (5-0)
• Approved Side Letter with City of Corona Supervisors Association on work schedule options (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment with Valverde Construction for emergency systems repair (5-0)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2022 Quarter 4 Budgetary Adjustments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution making additional findings for Housing Element of General Plan Amendment GPA2021-0001 (5-0)

Study Session

The City Council study session scheduled for Wednesday, July 27, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were presented or discussed at this meeting.

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review proposed revisions to the library's code of conduct and study room use policies. The meeting also includes an Assistant Director’s report and a review of recent library statistics.

• Revisions to Library Code of Conduct and Suspension Policy
• Revisions to Library Study Room Use and Lost and Found Policy
• Assistant Director's Report
• Review of library statistics and board graphs
• August 2022 Library Calendar presentation

The Library Board of Trustees approved the June 28, 2022 meeting minutes as amended and approved the Library Policy revisions covering the Code of Conduct, Suspension, Study Room Use, and Lost and Found policies. The board also accepted the consent calendar for board graphs, stats, and flyers. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one trustee absent.

• Approved June 28, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (4-0)
• Approved Library Policy revisions for Code of Conduct, Suspension, Study Room Use, and Lost and Found (4-0)
• Accepted consent calendar for board graphs, stats, and flyers (4-0)

Planning and Housing Commission

The commission will review proposed changes to the Corona Municipal Code regarding off-street parking criteria. These include updates for various land uses and multi-family residential specific plans. The commission will recommend action on these items to the City Council.

• Amendment to Chapter 17.76 regarding off-street parking requirements (ZTA2022-0002)
• Amendment to multi-family residential parking in specific plans (SPA2022-0004)
• Approval of June 6, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning and Housing Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of two parking-related amendments to the City Council: ZTA2022-0002, which updates off-street parking requirements in the Corona Municipal Code, and SPA2022-0004, which aligns specific plan parking standards for multi-family housing with the updated code. The commission also approved the June 6, 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 6, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Recommended approval of ZTA2022-0002 parking code amendment to City Council (5-0)
• Recommended approval of SPA2022-0004 specific plan parking amendment to City Council (5-0)

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 20, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review reports on sales tax and the Economic Development Strategic Plan. Members will also receive updates on airport leases, a traffic study for Duncan Way, and the Fire Station Rebuild Project.

• Assignment of Corona Airport Parcels IV and V leases to Flight Ventures, LLC
• Fire Station Rebuild Project update
• Duncan Way traffic study results
• Economic Development Strategic Plan update
• Sales tax information update from HdL Companies

The Committee of the Whole received presentations and updates on five items, including the Duncan Gate Traffic Study, sales tax update, airport lease assignment, economic development plan, and fire station rebuild. No formal votes were taken; the council provided comments and direction on each item. Residents spoke on the Duncan Gate and fire station items, with most urging the gate remain closed.

• Received Duncan Gate Traffic Study presentation; council gave direction (no vote)
• Received sales tax update from HdL Companies (no vote)
• Received presentation on consent to assignment of airport leases to Flight Ventures, LLC (no vote)
• Received update on Economic Development Strategic Plan (no vote)
• Received update on Fire Station Rebuild Project (no vote)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for July 12, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for August 9, 2022.

• No agenda items were listed for this meeting

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission meeting scheduled for July 11, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for July 25, 2022.

City Council

The Corona City Council will vote on several service contracts and ordinance amendments. These include updates to cannabis permit procedures and agreements for landscaping and park planning.

• Ordinance No. 3351 regarding tied scores for commercial cannabis permits
• $624,092 contract with Tropical Plaza Nursery, Inc. for landscape maintenance
• Contract increase to $252,408 for Salesforce Marketing Cloud services
• $200,000 agreement with RJM Design Group, Inc. for the City Park Master Plan Project
• Acceptance of a $49,402 grant from the California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund

The City Council voted 5-0 to place a general commercial cannabis business tax measure on the November 8, 2022 ballot, with maximum rates of 9% for retail, 7% for manufacturing/distribution, and 3% for testing. The Council also approved a consent calendar with several contracts and resolutions, including a 4-1 award for demolition of the Armory Building at City Park. Public hearings confirmed assessments for lighting and landscape maintenance districts, and the Council adopted an ordinance revising emergency shelter stay definitions.

• Adopted resolutions placing cannabis business tax measure on Nov. 8 ballot (5-0)
• Approved Armory Building demolition contract to Resource Environmental, Inc. (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3351 on tied scores for cannabis permits (5-0)
• Approved City Park Master Plan agreement with RJM Design Group (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3343 revising emergency shelter stay definitions (5-0)
• Approved Magnolia Avenue Bridge Widening Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0)
• Approved FY2023 Community Based Organization Grant Program funding (5-0)
• Approved extensions for Parcel Map 36667 and Tentative Tract Map 36634 (5-0, 4-1)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss updates to library circulation and collection development policies. The meeting also includes reports on literacy, community engagement, and the Assistant Director's activities.

• Updates to Library Circulation and Patron Accounts Policy
• Updates to Library Collection Development and Management Policy
• Review of Trustee Statement on Intellectual Freedom draft
• Assistant Director’s Report
• Approval of May 24, 2022 meeting minutes

The Library Board of Trustees approved the Statement in Support of Intellectual Freedom, allowing it to be filed with the State Library Association and posted in the library. They also approved updates to Library Operation Policies, replacing them with four separate policies. The board voted to cancel the September 2022 meeting and accepted the consent calendar. No public comments were made.

• Approved Statement in Support of Intellectual Freedom (5-0)
• Approved Library Operation Policies update, superseding 06200.001 (5-0)
• Voted to not meet in September 2022 (5-0)
• Accepted consent calendar items (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 24, 2022 meeting (4-0, 1 abstention)

Study Session

The City Council will receive reports regarding the Housing Element Rezoning Program and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The council may also direct staff to prepare documents for a commercial cannabis tax measure on the November 8, 2022, ballot.

• Housing Element Rezoning Program Process report
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
• Preparation of documents for a potential cannabis tax measure on the 11-08-22 ballot

This was a study session with no formal votes or decisions. Staff and consultants presented overviews on the Housing Element Rezoning Program, Parks and Recreation Master Plan update, and a potential Cannabis Tax Measure. Council members asked questions and received public comments, but took no action.

• No formal decisions made; study session only

Special Meeting

The City Council will consider an extension of time for Parcel Map 37203. This parcel is located at the southeast corner of Ford Street and Mulberry Lane. The proposed extension would expire on May 3, 2025.

• Three-year extension for Parcel Map 37203 at Ford Street and Mulberry Lane

The City Council approved a time extension for Parcel Map 37203, located at the southeast corner of Ford Street and Mulberry Lane in the R-1-7.2 (Single Family Residential) Zone. The motion was made by Council Member Casillas, seconded by Council Member Steiner, and carried 4-0 with Vice Mayor Daddario absent. One resident expressed concerns and asked questions during public comment.

• Approved time extension for Parcel Map 37203 (4-0, Daddario absent)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission meeting scheduled for June 21, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2022.

City Council

The Corona City Council will review several items, including an amendment to municipal code regarding conduct in parks and recreation areas. The council will also consider contracts for homeless services, fire station equipment, and a new armored rescue vehicle.

• Ordinance No. 3349 amending park and recreation area conduct rules
• Purchase of a Lenco BearCat Armored Rescue Vehicle for $379,299
• Agreement with Enplanners for $110,450 regarding Green River Ranch EIR
• Renewal of homeless services agreements with City Net and Path of Life Ministries
• Contract to Scansys, Inc. for $159,475 for fire station alerting system installation

The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and amendments to the FY 2022 budget, approved the consent calendar (with items 7 and 14 voted separately), and approved the annexation of property into Community Facilities District No. 2016-3. The Council also directed staff to pursue a study on mobile home park rent stabilization and approved participation in the Recycle From Home Program. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member Casillas absent.

• Adopted FY 2023 budget and FY 2022 amendments (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-26, except 7 and 14 (4-0)
• Approved annexation into CFD No. 2016-3 via Resolutions 2022-057/058 (4-0)
• Approved $110,450 EIR contract for Green River Ranch Specific Plan (consent)
• Approved armored rescue vehicle purchase from Lenco (consent)
• Approved homeless services agreements with City Net and Path of Life (4-0)
• Directed staff to study mobile home park rent stabilization (4-0)
• Approved participation in Recycle From Home Program (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss a proposal for a volunteer-led park adoption program and provide feedback. The agenda also includes reports on the Director's activities and the Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for April 2022.

• Proposal for a Volunteer-led Park Adoption Program
• Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment report for April 2022
• Approval of May 10, 2022 and May 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the May 10 and May 19 meeting minutes and accepted the consent calendar for Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for April 2022, all by a 3-0 vote with two members absent. The commission heard public comments on pump tracks and park conditions, received updates on summer programs and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, and discussed a volunteer-led Park Adoption Program proposal. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the routine approvals.

• Approved May 10, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved May 19, 2022 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted consent calendar for Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for April 2022 (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several city reports. This includes feedback on a proposed Utility Box Art Program kick-off and a feasibility study for a Performing Arts Center. Members will also receive an update on the Historic Civic Center Fountain project.

• Review of Utility Box Art Program Kick-Off
• Feedback on Performing Arts Center Feasibility Study
• Update on Historic Civic Center Fountain project activities

The Committee of the Whole directed staff to move forward with the Utility Box Art Program, which will wrap seven utility boxes with vinyl art in its first year. Council also directed staff to conduct a feasibility study for a Performing Arts Center within the city. No formal votes were taken; these were direction items for staff.

• Directed staff to move forward with Utility Box Art Program (unanimous direction)
• Directed staff to conduct Performing Arts Center feasibility study (unanimous direction)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Commission will consider a second two-year extension for a 62-unit senior apartment project at 159 N. Buena Vista Avenue. Staff will also present an overview of the City's Housing Element Rezoning Program. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the May 23, 2022, meeting.

• Second two-year extension for 62-unit senior apartment project at 159 N. Buena Vista Avenue
• Presentation on the City's Housing Element Rezoning Program overview
• Approval of May 23, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning and Housing Commission approved a second two-year extension for a 62-unit senior apartment project at 159 N. Buena Vista Avenue, with no further extensions allowed. The motion passed 3-1, with Commissioner Woody voting no and Commissioner Alexander absent. The commission also approved the May 23, 2022 meeting minutes and received a presentation on the Housing Element Rezoning Program.

• Approved second 2-year extension for 62-unit senior housing project at 159 N. Buena Vista Ave (3-1)
• Approved minutes of May 23, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Received presentation on Housing Element Rezoning Program (no action)

City Council

The City Council will review several grant applications and accept funding for local infrastructure projects. Items include a $3,340,000 grant for Radio Road railroad improvements and a $5,000,000 grant for the Green Alleys Project. The council will also consider a contract for emergency water main replacement on Canary Lane.

• $307,341 contract with Augustine General Engineering for Canary Lane water main replacement
• Acceptance of $3,340,000 grant for Radio Road railroad crossing improvements
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 3347 regarding Police Department military equipment use
• $5,000,000 Clean California Grant acceptance for the Green Alleys Project
• Grant application for I-15 Ontario Widening Project with a $2.5 million city match

The City Council approved a consent calendar including the second reading of Ordinance No. 3347 for continued use and purchase of military equipment by the Police Department, and accepted a $5,000,000 Clean California Grant for the Green Alleys Project. Several other items were approved, including a short-range transit plan, a code of conduct amendment, and multiple resolutions for maintenance district assessments. The meeting also included proclamations, presentations, and reports from council members.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3347 for continued police military equipment use (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3348 amending Code of Ethics with Code of Conduct (5-0)
• Approved $5,000,000 Clean California Grant for Green Alleys Project (5-0)
• Approved Short Range Transit Plan FY 2022/23-2024/25 (5-0)
• Approved grant application for Ontario Widening at I-15 Project (5-0)
• Accepted Section 130 Grant for Radio Road railroad crossing safety (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution for Position Library and Compensation Plan update (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for Lighting/Landscape Maintenance District assessments FY 2023 (5-0)

Study Session

The City Council will receive an update on the Trails Master Plan Phase II from Alta Planning. The council will also provide feedback on next steps for the Downtown Revitalization Plan and economic tools.

• Trails Master Plan Phase II Update
• Downtown Revitalization Plan Update and Economic Tools Workshop

This was a study session with no formal votes or decisions. Staff and consultants presented updates on the Trails Master Plan Phase II and the Downtown Revitalization Plan, including economic tools. Council members asked questions and received clarifications; one resident commented on the downtown project.

• No formal actions taken; study session only

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review the Assistant Director's report and eMedia services report. The meeting includes a review of April 2022 library statistics, programs, and promotional flyers. A future agenda item includes the Collection Development Policy.

• Approval of April 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Assistant Director's Report
• Library Services eMedia Report
• Review of April 2022 library statistics and programs
• Future discussion on Collection Development Policy

The Library Board of Trustees approved the April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, with one absence). The board received reports on the Assistant Director's update (including the Ladders and Linguine fundraiser and summer reading program) and the Library Services eMedia report. No other formal decisions were made; the consent calendar was accepted.

• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted consent calendar items (Board Graph, Stats & Flyers) (4-0)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission will consider an amendment to the municipal code regarding how long individuals may stay in emergency shelters within the M-1 zone. The meeting also includes a request to vacate a public waterline easement at 1790 Pomona Road and a sign variance for a Shell station at 175 N. McKinley Street.

• Amendment to revise emergency shelter stay durations in the M-1 zone
• Sign variance for Shell gas station at 175 N. McKinley Street
• Vacation of public waterline easement at 1790 Pomona Road
• Consistency review for FY 2022/23 Capital Improvement Program

The Planning and Housing Commission recommended approval of a zoning code amendment to change emergency shelter occupancy limits from cumulative to consecutive days within a one-year period, with an additional recommendation to remove the phrase 'within a one year period'. The commission also approved a variance for a Shell gas station sign, allowing a height increase to 40 feet if desired, and adopted resolutions for a waterline easement vacation and the FY 2022/23 Capital Improvement Program consistency determination.

• Recommended approval of ZTA 2022-0001 to revise emergency shelter stay limits (3-0)
• Approved variance V2021-0002 for Shell gas station pylon signs, allowing 40-foot height if desired (2-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2589 for waterline easement vacation at 1790 Pomona Road (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2590 for FY 2022/23 Capital Improvement Program consistency (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 11, 2022 meeting (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Corona Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting on May 19, 2022. The agenda includes reports regarding the Fresno Canyon Trail and a presentation for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• Report on Fresno Canyon Trail
• Presentation from MIG and 110% for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan

The commission received updates on the Fresno Canyon Trail and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; items were discussion only

City Council

The Council will review a $3.5 million annual agreement for citywide tree trimming and maintenance services. The agenda also includes an ordinance introduction regarding the use of military equipment by the Police Department. Additionally, the Council will consider a contract award for the Cottonwood Court Waterline Replacement Project.

• $3,500,000 annual agreement for citywide tree trimming and maintenance
• $1,280,396 contract award for the Cottonwood Court Waterline Replacement Project
• Ordinance introduction regarding Police Department military equipment use and purchase
• Street sweeping contract transfer to SCA of CA, LLC at $664,826 per year
• Three-year extension for Parcel Map 37588 near Foothill Parkway

The City Council approved the continued use and purchase of military equipment by the Police Department (5-0). A proposed Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials was initially rejected after a substitute motion failed (2-3), but the original motion was then approved (5-0). The council also approved several consent calendar items, including a waterline replacement contract and a utilities reserve policy.

• Approved continued use and purchase of military equipment by Police Department (5-0)
• Rejected substitute motion for Code of Ethics with revisions (2-3)
• Approved Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials (5-0)
• Approved $2.1M contract to Ferreira Construction for Cottonwood Court Waterline Replacement (5-0)
• Approved Reserve Policy for Utilities Department Operating Funds (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including asset sale and urban forest maintenance contract
• Approved minutes for April 27 and May 4 meetings (5-0)
• Approved General Plan Annual Progress Report for 2021

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several reports, including updates on the Park Ranger Program and wild pig management efforts. Members will also consider proposed revisions to the Corona Municipal Code regarding park use and review fiscal year 2023 co-sponsorship requests.

• Proposed revisions to the Corona Municipal Code for park use
• Update on participation in the National Community Survey
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023 Co-Sponsorship requests
• Park Ranger Program update
• Wild pig management and neighborhood security update

The Committee of the Whole received informational updates and provided direction on five items: the Park Ranger Program, the National Community Survey, FY 2023 co-sponsorship requests, proposed revisions to the Corona Municipal Code for park use, and a wild pig depredation update. No formal votes or final decisions were taken; the meeting was for discussion and staff direction only.

• Received Park Ranger Program update and provided comments
• Received National Community Survey update and provided comments
• Provided staff direction on FY 2023 co-sponsorship requests (Mayor Speake recused)
• Discussed proposed revisions to Corona Municipal Code Chapter 12.24 for park use
• Received wild pig depredation update and recommendations

Special Meeting

The City Council is reviewing an overview of the proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget, which includes service change requests and capital improvement projects. The Council will provide direction to staff to finalize the budget for consideration at a regular meeting in June 2022.

• Overview of Fiscal Year 2023 Proposed Budget
• Service Change Requests and Capital Improvement Projects

The City Council held a special meeting to receive an overview of the Fiscal Year 2023 Proposed Budget, including service change requests and capital improvement projects. Finance Director Kim Sitton presented the budget details, and the Council asked questions and received clarification. No formal action was taken on the budget at this meeting.

• Received FY 2023 Proposed Budget overview presentation (no vote)
• Discussed service change requests and capital improvement projects (no vote)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review updates regarding the Corona Senior Center and Phase II of the Trails Master Plan. The agenda also includes reports on recreation numbers and developer impact fee fund balances.

• Corona Senior Center update and vision
• Trails Master Plan Phase II update with Alta Planning
• Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance and bond repayment report
• March and April recreation report
• Approval of March 8, 2022 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the March 8, 2022 meeting minutes and the consent calendar (Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for February and March, and March and April Recreation Report) by unanimous 5-0 votes. The meeting also included informational updates on the Teen Advisory Council, Mayor's Youth Council, the Director's Report, the Corona Senior Center, and the Trails Master Plan Phase II, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved March 8, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted consent calendar including Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for February and March and March and April Recreation Report (5-0)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission meeting scheduled for May 9, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2022.

City Council

The Corona City Council is reviewing several items including a wastewater capacity transfer agreement with Western Municipal Water District. The agenda also includes approvals for park playground shade structures, police equipment, and budgetary adjustments for various departments. A closed session is scheduled for real property negotiations.

• Wastewater capacity transfer agreement involving $2,735,230.80 appropriation
• Contract with USA Shade & Fabric Structures for park playground shades for $143,025
• Purchase of breathing apparatus components from Bauer Compressors, Inc. for $515,065
• Jail control system contract with Birdi Systems Inc. for $135,800
• Debris removal contract with Hera General Engineering, Inc. for $98,475

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2022 Quarter 3 Budget, Strategic Plan, and Operational Performance Update, along with the 2022-2023 Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds (4-0, with Steiner recused). The consent calendar was approved, including a grant deed, water assistance program, and several contracts, but the Bedford Wash debris removal contract was pulled from the agenda. The council also adopted resolutions for a community facilities district annexation and a new position library and compensation plan.

• Approved FY 2022 Q3 Budget, Strategic Plan, and Operational Performance Update (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds (4-0, Steiner recused)
• Approved consent calendar items including grant deed, water assistance grant, and contracts (5-0)
• Approved Western Riverside County Wastewater Conveyance Capacity Transfer Agreement (5-0)
• Approved purchase of jail control system from Birdi Systems Inc. (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022 Q3 Budgetary Adjustments (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to annex territory to Community Facilities District No. 2016-3 (5-0)
• Adopted City of Corona Position Library and Compensation Plan (5-0)

Study Session

The City Council will discuss a potential feasibility study for a Corona Streetcar with TIG/M. Members will also receive an update on the Corona Municipal Airport visioning plan. Additionally, the Council will review a proposed Code of Ethics and Conduct for officials.

• Corona Streetcar Feasibility Study with TIG/M
• Corona Municipal Airport Update and Visioning
• Proposed Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials

This was a study session with no formal votes or decisions. The Council received presentations on a Corona Streetcar Feasibility Study, a Corona Municipal Airport update and visioning, and a proposed Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected and appointed officials. Council members discussed the items and provided direction, but no action was taken.

• Received presentation on Corona Streetcar Feasibility Study (no action)
• Received update on Corona Municipal Airport and visioning (no action)
• Discussed proposed Code of Ethics and Conduct (no action)

Library Board of Trustees

The Corona Library Board of Trustees will review the 2022 library holiday schedule and the FY22 work plan. The agenda also includes reports on library services, board statistics, and a budget update.

• Approval of March 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of 2022 Library Holidays
• Library Trustees' Work Plan FY22 report
• Administrative Report and Budget Update
• Board statistics and virtual services report

The Library Board of Trustees approved the 2022 Library Holiday Closed Days and the minutes from the March 22, 2022 meeting, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also accepted the consent calendar items, including the Board Graph, Stats, and Flyers. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and discussions.

• Approved minutes of March 22, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Library Holiday Closed Days (5-0)
• Accepted consent calendar items including Board Graph, Stats, and Flyers (5-0)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission meeting scheduled for April 25, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will consider several agreements regarding public transportation, water regulations, and community services. This includes a grant for sidewalk improvements at Chase Drive and Smith Avenue and a rezoning program for the 6th Cycle Housing Element. The council will also review contract amendments for construction inspection and transit services.

• Amendment to MV Transportation agreement for Corona Cruiser and Dial-a-Ride, not to exceed $11,804,968
• Acceptance of a $432,500 RCTC grant for the Sidewalk Gap Closure Project at Chase Drive and Smith Avenue
• Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for $199,448 to prepare the City's Rezoning Program
• Amendment to Wallace & Associates Consulting, LLC agreement by $510,000 for construction inspection services
• Ordinance No. 3346 amending water and sewer regulations in the Corona Municipal Code

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several reports, including sales tax updates from HdL Companies. Members will also provide direction on a proposed YMCA aquatics program contract and potential changes to parking restrictions on Harrison Street.

• Proposed License Use Agreement with Corona Norco Family YMCA for aquatics programming
• Potential modification of on-street parking restrictions on Harrison Street
• Direction on a World War II display at City Hall
• Update of sales tax information by HdL Companies

The Committee of the Whole met and discussed several items, including a YMCA aquatics program contract proposal, draft city council agenda publication options, a sales tax update, a WWII display at City Hall, and a Harrison Street on-street parking update. The Council provided direction and feedback on these items, with a majority agreeing to option 2 for the agenda process. No formal votes were taken.

• Discussed YMCA Aquatics Program Contract Proposal and provided direction
• Majority of Council agreed with option 2 for draft city council agenda publication
• Received sales tax update from HdL Companies
• Discussed WWII display at City Hall and provided feedback
• Received Harrison Street on-street parking update

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for April 12, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for May 10, 2022.

Planning and Housing Commission

The Commission will consider a precise plan for six apartment units at 1109 Circle City Drive. The commission will also review a resolution to deny removing 1322 S. Main Street from the Corona Heritage Inventory.

• Six-unit apartment development at 1109 Circle City Drive
• Resolution to deny removing 1322 S. Main Street from the Heritage Inventory
• Approval of March 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission adopted Resolution No. 2583 denying a request to remove 1322 S. Main Street from the City's Heritage Inventory, and adopted Resolution No. 2587 approving a Precise Plan for six apartment units at 1109 Circle City Drive with added conditions. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0). The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes and a staff reminder about state housing laws.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2583 denying HRLM2021-0002 to delete 1322 S. Main Street from Heritage Inventory (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2587 granting PP2019-0009 for six apartment units at 1109 Circle City Drive (5-0)
• Added conditions to PP2019-0009: signage and lease language to prevent long-term guest parking, and trellis extension from 2 to 4 feet
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2022 meeting (3-0, 2 abstentions)

Special Meeting

The City Council will participate in a Spring Financial Workshop to receive staff presentations. The session covers strategic plan implementation, revenue projections for fiscal year 2023, and expense forecasts.

• Strategic Planning & Annual Goal Setting
• Financial Planning including ARPA funding update
• FY2023 Revenue Projections
• FY23 Draft CIP and General Fund Financial Forecast
• Measure X Investment Plan

City Council

The City Council will review adjustments to City Council election district boundaries and a new ordinance for fire hazard inspections. The agenda also includes contract amendments for biosolids transportation and police reimbursement for music festivals in Indio.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 3345 regarding adjusted City Council election district boundaries
• Agreement with the City of Indio for police reimbursement at Coachella and Stagecoach festivals
• Contract amendment with Hoyt Transportation, Inc. increasing biosolids transportation compensation to $520,000
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 3344 regarding fire hazard zone inspections
• Acceptance of a $153,959 DHS grant for the Fire Department

The City Council approved two ordinances: one adding a process for defensible space compliance inspections before property sales in high fire hazard zones, and another adjusting City Council election district boundaries. The council also approved a consent calendar with multiple contracts, agreements, and resolutions, and held a public hearing to annex property into a community facilities district.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3344 on defensible space inspections (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3345 adjusting council district boundaries (5-0)
• Approved MOU with City of Indio for off-duty police at music festivals (5-0)
• Approved agreements for Tract Map 33505 improvements (5-0)
• Approved amendments for biosolids transportation and disposal contracts (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for lighting and landscape maintenance assessments (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for Local Traffic Facilities Development Impact Fee (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-025 and 2022-026 for CFD annexation (5-0)

Study Session

The City Council will receive an update on the Corona Municipal Airport visioning plan to provide feedback. The council will also receive an update regarding the Abode Communities Permanent Supportive Housing Project.

• Corona Municipal Airport Update and Visioning plan feedback
• Abode Communities Permanent Supportive Housing Project update

The City Council held a study session and received a presentation from Abode Communities on the Vista Dorada permanent supportive housing project, including project details, partnerships, and timeline. Public comments were heard, with some residents in support and others expressing concerns. The Council also agreed to defer the Corona Municipal Airport update and visioning item to a future meeting. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the study session.

• Agreed to present Corona Municipal Airport update at a future meeting

Special Meeting

The City Council will receive a report from staff and a consultant regarding the redistricting process. Members will review draft maps and criteria for redrawing council district boundaries. The Council also intends to select a preferred map and introduce Ordinance 3345.

• Review of draft maps and criteria for redrawing council district boundaries
• Selection of a preferred redistricting map
• Introduction of Ordinance 3345 regarding by-district elections and boundary adjustments

The City Council introduced an ordinance to redraw Council Member District Boundaries, selecting Map Option 5 after discussion. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Introduced ordinance to redraw district boundaries using Map Option 5 (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review the Assistant Director's report and a database overview titled 'Hidden Treasure.' The board will also consider approving an August 13 workshop date.

• Approval of February 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Hidden Treasure: Database Overview report
• Approval of August 13 Trustee Workshop date
• Review of February 2022 library statistics and graphs
• Review of February 2022 virtual services and programs

The Library Board of Trustees approved the minutes from the February 22, 2022 meeting and accepted the August 13, 2022 date for the Trustee Workshop, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also received reports on library programs and databases, and discussed future budget meeting attendance.

• Approved minutes of February 22, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved August 13, 2022 Trustee Workshop date (5-0)
• Accepted consent calendar items (5-0)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission will review requests for General Plan consistency determinations regarding several city properties. These items include a property sale near 1400 Baldy View Circle, a purchase at 725 S. Main Street, and the disposal of right-of-way near 2785 Palisades Drive.

• Sale of city property near 1400 Baldy View Circle
• Purchase of property at 725 S. Main Street
• Disposal of excess right-of-way adjacent to 2785 Palisades Drive
• Approval of March 7, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning and Housing Commission approved three General Plan consistency determinations for city property transactions, all by a 3-0 vote. These included the sale of property near 1400 Baldy View Circle, the purchase of property at 725 S. Main Street, and the disposal of excess right-of-way adjacent to 2785 Palisades Drive. No public hearings or other substantive decisions were held.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2584 for sale of city property near 1400 Baldy View Circle (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2585 for purchase of property at 725 S. Main Street (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2586 for disposal of excess right-of-way adjacent to 2785 Palisades Drive (3-0)
• Approved minutes of March 7, 2022 meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Corona City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the redrawing of council district boundaries and review draft maps. The council will also consider reallocating Community Development Block Grant funds between approved COVID-19 projects. Other items include updates on the McKinley Street Grade Separation Project and various development agreements.

• Public hearing on redrawing City Council district boundaries
• $100,000 increase to Kosmont Companies for Downtown Revitalization Plan services
• $161,149 purchase of playground equipment for Border and Fairview Park
• Ordinance 3340 to update speed limits on certain street segments
• Reallocation of Community Development Block Grant funds for COVID-19 projects

The Corona City Council approved the consent calendar (with several items voted separately), adopted a resolution opposing a state ballot initiative on local tax/fee authority (4-1), and approved an ordinance clarifying defensible space inspections in high fire hazard zones. The public hearing on redrawing council district boundaries was continued, and a public hearing to reallocate CDBG COVID-19 funds was approved.

• Approved consent calendar items 9-11, 13, 16, 18-19 (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment with Kosmont Companies for Downtown Revitalization Plan (4-1, Speake nay)
• Approved Final Maps and agreements for Tract Maps 36605 and 36608 (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Corona Supervisors Association and position updates (5-0)
• Approved playground equipment purchase for Border and Fairview Parks (5-0)
• Approved CDBG COVID-19 fund reallocation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-021 revising Citywide Master Fee Recovery Schedule (5-0)
• Adopted resolution opposing state ballot initiative on local tax/fee authority (4-1, Richins nay)

Committee of the Whole

The City of Corona Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for March 9, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented or discussed by the committee or its associated agencies.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will review the Director's Report and discuss its goals and objectives. The meeting also includes a report on the Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance for January 2022.

• Discussion of Commission Goals and Objectives
• Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance /Bond Repayment for January 2022
• February Recreation Report resolution
• Director's Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the February 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, one abstention) and accepted the consent calendar (5-0), which included the Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for January 2022 and the February Recreation Report. Public speakers raised concerns about skate park maintenance, safety, and homelessness, and the commission noted the Parks Master Plan is in progress. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved Feb. 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0, Kinne abstained)
• Accepted consent calendar including Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment for Jan. 2022 and Feb. Recreation Report (5-0)
• Agreed to schedule a Goals and Objectives special meeting for Aug. 22 or 23, 2022

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission will consider applications for a 29-home residential development near Lincoln Avenue. The commission will also hear requests for an indoor sports training facility and the removal of a structure from the City's Heritage Inventory.

• Development of 29 single-family homes on a 7.4-acre site near Lincoln Avenue and Highgrove Street
• Permit for a 72,924-square-foot indoor sports training facility at 1560 E. Sixth Street
• Removal of 1322 S. Main Street from the City's Heritage Inventory

The Planning and Housing Commission denied a request to delete 1322 S. Main Street from the City's Heritage Inventory, citing the structure's modification and lack of homeowner effort. It approved a precise plan for 29 single-family homes on Lincoln Avenue with an added landscaping condition, and granted a conditional use permit for a 72,924-square-foot indoor sports training facility at 1560 E. Sixth Street. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the sports facility.

• Denied deletion of 1322 S. Main St. from Heritage Inventory (5-0)
• Approved PP2021-0001 for 29 single-family homes on Lincoln Ave with added landscaping condition (5-0)
• Granted CUP2019-0003 for indoor sports training facility at 1560 E. Sixth St. (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of February 7, 2022 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the redrawing of Council Member District Boundaries. The agenda also includes adopting labor agreements for various employee groups and accepting state grant funds for a school resource officer.

• Public hearing on redrawing Council Member District Boundaries
• $251,700 contract award to ADT Commercial, LLC for Harrison Shelter security
• $539,130 state grant for Tobacco Grant Program and a School Resource Officer
• Adoption of MOUs for Police and Public Service employee groups
• Ordinance to update speed limits on certain street segments

The City Council approved several consent calendar items, including Memorandums of Understanding with employee associations and a resolution to annex territory to Community Facilities District No. 2016-3. They also approved a request to seek early reimbursement of $3,355,000 in Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees for Cajalco Road improvements (4-1). A public hearing on district boundaries was continued to March 16, and a resolution opposing a state ballot initiative was tabled.

• Approved Memorandums of Understanding with employee associations and employment agreements (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to annex territory to CFD No. 2016-3 (5-0)
• Approved $3,355,000 TUMF reimbursement request for Cajalco Road (4-1)
• Continued public hearing on district boundaries to March 16, 2022 (5-0)
• Tabled resolution opposing state ballot initiative on local tax/fee votes (5-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance updating speed limits (5-0)
• Approved contract for Harrison Shelter access control system (5-0)
• Adopted resolution accepting Tobacco Grant Program funds and adding SRO (5-0)

Study Session

The City Council will review updates regarding the Downtown Revitalization Plan and the City User Fee Study. The Council will also receive a report on contract options for solid waste collection services with Waste Management.

• Downtown Revitalization Plan update and next steps
• Waste Management solid waste collection contract negotiations
• City User Fee Study follow-up items

The City Council held a study session with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations covered the Downtown Revitalization Plan update, solid waste collection contract options with Waste Management, and follow-up items from the City User Fee Study. Council members asked questions and received clarifications; one resident expressed concerns on each item.

• No formal actions taken; study session only

Special Meeting

The City Council and associated agencies will hold a special meeting on February 23, 2022. The agenda is limited to a closed session to confer with labor negotiators.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators

The City Council met in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with unrepresented employees, as permitted by Government Code Section 54957.6. No public comments were received, and no substantive decisions were made in open session. The meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Convened closed session for labor negotiations (6:35 p.m.)
• Adjourned closed session (6:52 p.m.)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission meeting scheduled for February 22, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items. The next meeting is scheduled for March 7, 2022.

• No items were scheduled for this meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Corona Library Board of Trustees will review minutes from November 2021 and January 2022. The meeting includes a discussion on a Heritage Room follow-up and an Assistant Director's report.

• Heritage Room Follow-up
• Assistant Director’s Report
• Review of January 2022 library statistics and dashboard
• Approval of November 2021 and January 2022 meeting minutes

The Library Board of Trustees approved minutes from its November 29, 2021 and January 25, 2022 meetings, with one abstention on each. The board accepted a report on board graphs, stats, and flyers. Staff reported that the City Council approved a $400,000 capital investment to renovate and expand the Heritage Room, including new shelving, security cameras, and expanded hours. The board also heard updates on library staffing, streaming services, and upcoming community events.

• Approved minutes of the November 29, 2021 regular board meeting (4-0-1).
• Approved minutes of the January 25, 2022 regular board meeting (3-0-2).
• Accepted the Board Graph, Stats, and Flyers report (5-0).

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input on draft maps for redrawing council district boundaries. The agenda also includes amendments to homeless services funding and updates on the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Public hearing for redrawing Council Member District Boundaries
• $356,329.31 increase to the Collaborative Homeless Services Agreement
• IT Service Agreement with Dell for Microsoft Azure services up to $750,000 annually
• $166,666 annual allocation for Community Based Organization Grant Program
• Sale of surplus land near 1400 Baldy View Circle

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several departmental reports and updates. Members will provide direction on a proposed permit parking district on Harrison Street and a new street light request process. The committee will also discuss the city's volunteer program and library access.

• Proposed preferential permit parking district on Harrison Street between Cota Street and Sheridan Street
• Utilities Department Audit and COVID-19 Arrearage update
• New City Street Light Request process and 11th Street historical lights update
• Feedback on the proposed City of Corona Volunteer Program
• Options to increase access to the Library Heritage Room Special Collection

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items, including a utilities audit and COVID-19 arrearage update, a new street light request process, a proposed preferential parking district on Harrison Street, and the volunteer program. The Council unanimously agreed to option 3 for expanded access to the Library Heritage Room special collection. The Harrison Street parking district item was agreed to be presented at a future meeting.

• Agreed to option 3 for expanded Library Heritage Room access (unanimous)
• Agreed to present Harrison Street preferential parking district at a future meeting

Special Meeting

The City Council and associated agencies will hold closed sessions regarding personnel matters. These include a performance evaluation of the City Manager and a conference with labor negotiators.

• Performance evaluation of the City Manager
• Conference with labor negotiators

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review a proposal from the Corona Norco Family YMCA to operate city aquatic programming. Members may vote to support the proposal and work with staff toward an agreement for City Council approval. The agenda also includes reports on Auburndale Park improvements and park equipment standards.

• Proposal from Corona Norco Family YMCA to operate City aquatic programming
• Report on Auburndale Park improvements
• Report on parks equipment and shade standards
• December 2021 Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment report

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously supported a proposal for the Corona Norco Family YMCA to operate city aquatic programming, recommending it to the City Council. The Commission also recommended a large-scale renovation of the Auburndale Community Center (estimated $1.81 million) and approved park equipment standards plus $350,000 for playground shade at three parks. All recommendations were forwarded to the City Council for final approval.

• Supported YMCA proposal to operate city aquatic programming (5-0)
• Recommended Auburndale Community Center large-scale renovation (5-0)
• Recommended park equipment standards (5-0)
• Recommended $350,000 for playground shade at Mountain Gate, Lincoln, and Santana Parks (5-0)
• Approved November 9, 2021 minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved January 11, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Accepted consent calendar items (5-0)

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission will conduct public hearings on two permit applications. One application seeks to increase a telecommunications facility's height at 638 Collett Avenue. The second proposes a 1,103 square-foot liquor store at 490 N. Main Street.

• Height increase for cell tower at 638 Collett Avenue from 60 to 75 feet
• Permit for a 1,103 square-foot liquor store at 490 N. Main Street, Suite 103
• Approval of December 6, 2021, meeting minutes

The Planning and Housing Commission approved a conditional use permit for a 1,103-square-foot liquor store at 490 N. Main Street, Suite 103, and continued a request to increase a cell tower height at 638 Collett Avenue to allow the applicant to explore an alternative site. The commission also approved the December 6, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved CUP2021-0003 for liquor store at 490 N. Main St. (5-0)
• Continued CUPM2020-0004 for cell tower height increase at 638 Collett Ave. (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to review proposed changes to council district boundaries. The agenda also includes updates on the Corona Mall revitalization and various departmental budget adjustments. Additionally, the council will consider contract amendments for utility work and grant acceptances.

• Public hearing for redrawing Council Member District Boundaries
• Contract amendment with Augustine General Engineering for $175,860 to perform utility retrofit work
• Acceptance of a $904,613 grant for the Homeless Program
• Resolution declaring property near West Chase Drive and South Main Street as surplus land
• Budgetary adjustments for Police, Planning, and Community Services departments

The City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved the redrawing of Council Member District Boundaries. They also approved the consent calendar, which included a budget adjustment, a grant acceptance, and a surplus land declaration. A proposal to allocate ARPA funds to community organizations was continued to the February 16 meeting.

• Approved redrawn Council Member District Boundaries (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including First Amendment with Augustine General Engineering (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022 Quarter 2 Budgetary Adjustments (5-0)
• Approved extension of time for Tentative Tract Map 35851 (5-0)
• Accepted FY 2020 Homeland Security Program Grant (5-0)
• Adopted resolution declaring surplus land at West Chase Drive and South Main Street (5-0)
• Continued ARPA community grant funding item to February 16, 2022 (5-0)
• Nominated Mayor Speake as SCAG delegate and Vice Mayor Daddario as alternate

Study Session

The City Council will receive an update on the City User Fee Study and proposed changes to fees. The Council will also discuss various paving options for the Overlook area. For both items, the Council is tasked with providing feedback and direction to staff.

• City User Fee Study update and proposed fee changes
• Overlook area paving options

The City Council held a study session with no formal votes. They reviewed a comprehensive user fee study and proposed fee changes, agreeing to bring the item back to a future study session to address Council feedback. They also discussed paving options for the Overlook area, agreeing by majority vote to conduct more public outreach and present the item at a future Council meeting.

• User fee study update and proposed fee changes brought back to future study session
• Overlook area paving options to be presented at future Council meeting after more public outreach (majority vote)

Library Board of Trustees

The Corona Library Board of Trustees will review reports regarding library security and the library's book collection. The meeting also includes a discussion of the FY22 work plan and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of November 29, 2021 meeting minutes
• Library Security Update report
• Overview of Corona Public Library’s Book Collection
• FY22 Library Work Plan report
• Review of December 2021 board graphs and statistics

The Library Board of Trustees met and heard reports on library security and the book collection. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the consent calendar. The board discussed a request for a $34,000 mid-year budget adjustment for increased security and a proposal to increase the book budget from $50,000 to $100,000, but these were not voted on.

• Approved consent calendar item 22-0093 (Board Graph and Stats) (3-0)
• Continued approval of November 29, 2021 meeting minutes to February 22, 2022

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission meeting scheduled for January 24, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for February 7, 2022.

City Council

The Corona City Council will consider several items including the implementation of SB 9 for two-unit housing developments and the establishment of a new pension fund. The council is also reviewing fire dispatch agreements with Ontario and federal grants for the municipal airport. Additionally, officials will discuss property and labor negotiations in closed session.

• $30 million transfer to establish a Pension Stabilization Trust
• Ordinance No. 3342 to allow two-unit housing developments and urban lot splits
• $261,990 contract for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Project
• $210,000 appropriation for fire dispatch services with Ontario
• Federal grants totaling $75,000 for Corona Municipal Airport operations

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 3342, implementing Senate Bill 9 to allow two-unit housing developments and urban lot splits in single-family residential zoning districts. The council also approved a $30 million pension stabilization trust contribution, a fire dispatch agreement with Ontario, and a Parks and Recreation Master Plan contract. A proposed Community Facilities District 2022-1 (Skyline Heights) failed to pass, and the council took no action on the ARPA-funded Community Based Organization Grant Program, opting to gather more information.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3342 implementing SB 9 for two-unit housing and urban lot splits (5-0)
• Approved $30 million contribution to Pension Stabilization Trust Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Fire Dispatch and Emergency Communications Services Agreement with City of Ontario (5-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with MIG for Parks and Recreation Master Plan (5-0)
• Denied formation of Community Facilities District 2022-1 (Skyline Heights) (2-3)
• Approved Resolution for Renewable Power Purchase Agreement with AM Wind Repower, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing grant application for Urban and Multibenefit Drought Relief Grant Program (5-0)
• Took no action on ARPA-funded Community Based Organization Grant Program

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review reports on sales tax updates and the Community Wildland Protection Plan. Members will also provide direction on the Utility Box Art Program and street lighting processes. Additionally, the committee will discuss renovations for the Civic Center fountain and sign.

• Sales tax information update from HdL Companies
• Community Wildland Protection Plan completion report
• Direction on Utility Box Art Program development
• Feedback on City Street Lighting and 11th Street historical lights
• Renovation feedback for Civic Center fountain and sign

The Council unanimously agreed to create a Utility Box Art Program, with a majority choosing sponsor and city-subsidized funding (option 3) and a hybrid of paint and vinyl wrap media. They also discussed the Civic Center fountain and sign renovation, requesting a new option for a green area with a focal point and seating, and agreed by majority to clean and paint the Civic Center sign. No formal votes were recorded; these were consensus directions from the Committee of the Whole.

• Agreed to move forward with Utility Box Art Program (unanimous)
• Chose option 3 for program funding: sponsors and city-subsidized (majority)
• Agreed to hybrid media of paint and vinyl wrap for utility boxes
• Requested a seventh option for Civic Center fountain: green area with focal point and seating
• Agreed to clean and paint the Civic Center sign (majority)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss new playground equipment for Border and Fairview Park and receive an update on the Park Ambassador Program. The meeting also includes the election of a Chair and Vice Chair and a report on developer impact fee fund balances.

• New playground equipment for Border and Fairview Park
• Park Ambassador Program report
• Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance and bond repayment report
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

The Parks and Recreation Commission re-elected Michele Wentworth as chair and Tom Munoz as vice chair for 2022, both by unanimous 4-0 votes with one absence. The commission also received the Director's Report, discussed playground equipment vendor options, and heard about the Park Ambassador Program, but took no other formal votes.

• Re-elected Michele Wentworth as chair for 2022 (4-0)
• Elected Tom Munoz as vice chair for 2022 (4-0)
• Continued approval of November 9, 2021 minutes to February 8, 2022 meeting
• Received and filed Developer Impact Fee Fund Balance/Bond Repayment report for Oct & Nov 2021

Planning and Housing Commission

The Planning and Housing Commission meeting scheduled for January 10, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of items for discussion. The next meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on redrawing council district boundaries and adopting the Temescal Basin Groundwater Sustainability Plan. The agenda also includes implementing new housing rules under Senate Bill 9. Additionally, the Council will review infrastructure contract amendments.

• Implementation of Senate Bill 9 for two-unit housing developments
• Public hearing on redrawing Council Member District boundaries
• $165,163 increase for Cajalco Road/I-15 Interchange Improvements contract
• $1,000,000 appropriation for Rudell Road Sewer Extension Project
• Approval of 19 residential lots at Citron Street and Taylor Street

The City Council unanimously approved an urgency and regular ordinance implementing Senate Bill 9, which permits two-unit housing developments and urban lot splits in single-family residential zones. The council also adopted a resolution establishing a sewer construction charge for properties on Rudell Road and Ontario Avenue, and approved a tentative tract map for 19 single-family lots. All votes were 5-0.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 3339 requiring electronic signature and submission of campaign disclosure documents (5-0)
• Approved first amendment to professional services agreement with Dudek for Mangular Blending Facility (5-0)
• Approved fourth amendment to professional services agreement with Jacobs Engineering for Cajalco Road/I-15 Interchange Improvements (5-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing sewer construction charge for properties on Rudell Road and Ontario Avenue (5-0)
• Approved public hearing on redrawing Council Member District boundaries, with amendment to add one more off-site meeting (5-0)
• Adopted resolution adopting Temescal Basin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (5-0)
• Approved urgency and regular ordinance implementing Senate Bill 9 for two-unit housing and urban lot splits (5-0)
• Approved tentative tract map 37980 for 19 single-family lots on Citron and Taylor Streets (5-0)