Colton public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss updates to the municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior ADUs. The body will also review a subdivision time extension and an appeal regarding a public nuisance order.

• Proposed zoning text amendment to Colton Municipal Code Section 18.48.150 regarding ADUs and Junior ADUs
• One-year time extension request for Tentative Tract Map No. 19983 to create 446 single family lots on 78.4 acres
• Appeal by Crown Enterprises, Inc. and Central Transport, LLC regarding a May 5, 2021, Notice and Order to Abate Public Nuisance at 1849 West Valley Boulevard

Utilities Commission

The Colton Utilities Commission will discuss a draft Water and Wastewater Capacity Fee Study as an informational item. The study analyzes existing and projected growth, asset values, and cost basis to recommend updated capacity fees for new connections. No formal action is anticipated at this meeting.

• Presentation of Water and Wastewater Capacity Fee Study (December 2024 draft)
• Approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Foundation

The Board of Directors will review financial reports and scholarship funding. The body is deciding on reimbursements to the Community Services Department for specific events.

• Recreation Scholarship funding of $127,447 awarded to date via ARPA Funds
• Proposed reimbursement for Colton Birthday Celebration: $34,905.78
• Proposed reimbursement for PAWS in the Park: $5,000
• Proposed reimbursement for Veterans Day Dance: $150
• Discussion of Treasurer Duties Transfer Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a Minor Conditional Use Permit. The request seeks to allow a Type 41 ABC license for beer and wine sales at an existing restaurant.

• Public hearing for 1705 E. Washington Street regarding a Type 41 ABC license (On-Sale Beer and Wine Bona Fide Eating Place)
• Determination of Public Convenience and Necessity (PCN) for alcohol license at 1705 E. Washington Street

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Colton Recreation & Parks Commission will consider nominations for the Colton Sports Hall of Fame and receive staff reports on recreation division updates, the Hermosa Gardens Cemetery, and capital improvement projects funded by American Rescue Act Funds, including a 45-acre habitat conservation park with eco-friendly sports fields.

• Consideration of nominations for induction into the Colton Sports Hall of Fame
• Introduction of new Recreation Coordinator Robert Seneff
• Status update on American Rescue Act Funds (ARPA) for City of Colton projects
• Status update on 45-acre Habitat Conservation Park with eco-friendly sports fields
• Upcoming events: Tree Lighting Ceremony (Dec 3) and Winter Wonderland (Dec 14)

Utilities Commission

The City of Colton Utilities Commission regular meeting scheduled for November 18, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items.

Planning Commission

The November 12, 2024 regular meeting of the Colton Planning Commission has been cancelled due to no agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for November 26, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider staff recommendations to approve three Conditional Use Permits. These include a truck and trailer repair shop at 2001 Key Street, a contractor's storage yard at 1200 Jefferson Lane, and a truck driving school at 302 Tropica Rancho Road. All items were continued from the October 8 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for a truck and trailer repair shop on 3.04 acres at 2001 Key Street (File DAP23-0013)
• Conditional Use Permit for a contractor's storage yard with new buildings (1,440 sf office, 2,979 sf storage, 2,400 sf maintenance) at 1200 Jefferson Lane (File DAP23-0015)
• Conditional Use Permit to operate a truck driving school on 4.5 acres at 302 Tropica Rancho Road (File DAP23-0012)
• All three items are continued from the October 8 meeting and have staff recommendations for approval
• In-person meeting only; no remote participation available

Utilities Commission

The Colton Utilities Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 21, 2024. Items include approval of minutes from August, introduction of a new Utilities Planning Manager, and a presentation on environmental accomplishments for FY 2023-2024. Staff are requesting the Commission's recommendation to add a Commercial Refrigerator Rebate program offering $500-$1,000 depending on energy savings.

• Approval of August 12, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Introduction of new Utilities Planning Manager Kristen Weger
• Presentation on environmental accomplishments including energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste diversion programs for FY 2023-2024
• Staff request for recommendation to add a Commercial Refrigerator Rebate program ($500–$1,000 based on energy savings)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review time extension requests for two multi-family residential developments. The body will also hold public hearings for industrial use permits, though staff recommends continuing those items to a later date.

• One-year extension for Hosanna Village Apartments (60 units) at 2971 S La Cadena Drive
• One-year extension for Lucia Residential Condominiums (80 units total) at SWC of Georgia and 5th Street
• Conditional Use Permit for truck and trailer repair shop at 2001 Key Street
• Conditional Use Permit and site review for contractor's storage yard at 1200 Jefferson Lane
• Status updates for signage at 1703 East Washington Street and zoning at 190 and 234 West Valley Boulevard

Library Board of Trustees

The Colton Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from July 23, hear a Library Report, a Community Services Director's Report, and a Bertha Hartley Memorial Fund Report on status of improvements. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items listed for discussion.

• Approval of minutes from July 23, 2024
• Library Report on current services
• Community Services Director’s Report on department activities
• Bertha Hartley Memorial Fund Report – status of improvements

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on modifying a Conditional Use Permit to legalize two existing 20,000-gallon above-ground diesel fuel tanks and a 4,575-square-foot covered storage/loading dock at an existing fuel distribution facility on Key Street. Additionally, the commission will consider a one-year time extension for a previously approved car wash project at 266 W. Valley Blvd. within the Citrus Park Historic District.

• Public hearing to modify Conditional Use Permit to legalize two 20,000-gallon diesel tanks and a 4,575 sq ft covered storage dock at 2100 Key Street (Orange Coast Petroleum)
• New business: one-year time extension for a 5,460 sq ft car wash with vacuum stations at 266 W. Valley Blvd. in the Citrus Park Historic District
• Car wash project also involves a parcel merger of three lots and a Major Certificate of Appropriateness
• Staff recommends approval for both items: time extension (new expiry Aug 23, 2025) and modification of CUP (subject to conditions)
• Environmental exemption (CEQA) for both items: time extension deemed no significant effect; diesel tanks exempt as existing facilities

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will approve July minutes, recognize a Volunteer and Staff of the Year, and receive reports on capital projects including ARPA-funded Davis Park improvements and the 45-acre Habitat Conservation Park with eco-friendly sports fields. No action items or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of July 17, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Recognition of Volunteer of the Year – Mary Helen Betancourt and Staff of the Year – Sara Villapando
• Introduction of new Recreation Coordinator – Ryan Avila
• Status update on ARPA funds for Davis Park (San Bernardino County)
• Update on 45-acre Habitat Conservation Park with eco-friendly sports fields

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting for a field tour. The body will visit the Ascent at Colton condo model homes.

• Field tour of Ascent at Colton model homes at 1116 Santo Antonio Drive

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider continuing a request to legalize two 20,000-gallon diesel fuel tanks and a 4,575 sq ft covered storage area at 2100 Key Street. Staff recommends continuing the item to September 24 to allow time for Fire Department review. The commission will also receive a Vehicle Miles Traveled presentation and tour a model home at 1116 Santo Antonio Drive.

• Public hearing continued from July 23 on Orange Coast Petroleum's request to legalize two 20,000-gallon diesel tanks and a 4,575 sq ft covered loading dock at 2100 Key Street
• Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) presentation by Public Works Department
• Model home tour review at 1116 Santo Antonio Drive (Ascent at Colton)
• Update on Ecology Recycling Facility happenings at 785 East M Street
• Approval of August 27, 2024 meeting minutes

Utilities Commission

The September 9, 2024, meeting of the Colton Utilities Commission was cancelled due to inclement weather and safety conditions. The meeting has been adjourned to October 21, 2024, at 6 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Foundation

The Quarterly Meeting of the Recreation & Parks Foundation Board of Directors scheduled for September 9, 2024, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold study sessions and community meetings to review three proposed projects. No formal action is required at this meeting; the commission will receive presentations and identify concerns before future public hearings.

• Proposed 14 live-work unit structure on 1.2 acres at 2651 La Cadena
• Proposed truck driving school on 4.5 acres at 802 Tropica Rancho
• Proposed 12-acre intermodal container/trailer storage yard at 205 Mission
• Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) presentation by Public Works Department

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for a contractor's storage yard at 2072 S. Sycamore Avenue, with staff recommending approval. Two study sessions will review upcoming projects: a large recycling facility expansion involving General Plan amendments, zone changes, and historic district approvals at 340 W. Valley Boulevard and 115 N. Pennsylvania Avenue; and a private charter bus facility at 363 E. Valley Boulevard and adjacent parcels. No final decisions will be made on the study session items.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit (DAP24-0015) for a contractor's storage yard on 0.27 acres in Colton (NWC Slover & Sycamore) in M-2 Heavy Industrial zone
• Study session: General Plan amendment from General Commercial to Heavy Industrial and zone change to M-1 Light Industrial at 340 W. Valley Boulevard
• Study session: Expansion of existing recycling facility by 11,000 sq ft enclosed storage at 340 W. Valley Boulevard within Citrus Park Historic District
• Study session: General Plan amendment from General Commercial to Heavy Industrial and zone change to M-1 at 115 N. Pennsylvania Avenue for a new recycling facility with 10,114 sq ft building in Terrace Historic District
• Study session: Conditional Use Permit for a private charter bus headquarters at 363 E. Valley Boulevard, 364 and 394 E. H Street

Utilities Commission

The Utilities Commission will receive informational updates, including that the city was approved for $381,289.69 in demand management incentives from San Bernardino Valley Municipal Water District for water savings. Other updates cover wastewater rate implementation, construction at La Loma Reservoir, Well 22 rehabilitation, and the Walnut Booster Station. The commission will also approve minutes from June 10, 2024.

• City approved for $381,289.69 in Demand Management Incentives for water savings (April 2023–March 2024)
• Wastewater Rate Implementation update
• La Loma Reservoir Construction Update
• Well 22 Rehabilitation Update
• Walnut Booster Station Construction update

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss current library and community services. The board is scheduled to take action on the appointment of board members for the 2024 to 2026 terms.

• Appointment of Board Member Patricia Chavez (2024-2026)
• Appointment of Board Member Margie Ramirez (2024-2026)
• Appointment of Board Member John Villalobos (2024-2026)
• Bertha Hartley Memorial Fund status of improvements report

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one to continue a fuel facility legalization at 2100 Key Street to September 10, and another to decide on a zoning text amendment and conditional use permit for a tow yard at 280 Fogg Street. The commission also will vote on recommending approval of a South Colton mural sign at 165 East 'O' Street and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Sign review for a 'South Colton' mural at 165 East 'O' Street (staff recommends approval via Resolution R-18-24)
• Continuance of legalization of two 20,000-gallon diesel fuel tanks and a 4,575 sq ft covered dock at 2100 Key Street (Orange Coast Petroleum) to September 10, 2024
• Proposed zoning text amendment to allow automobile impound yards in M-1 zone with a conditional use permit (Armada Towing at 280 Fogg Street)
• Conditional use permit and architectural/site plan review for a new 2,400 sq ft building and 33,000 sq ft outdoor storage on 1.2 acres at 280 Fogg Street
• Approval of minutes from the June 25, 2023 Planning Commission meeting

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Colton Recreation & Parks Commission will hear a presentation on the 45-acre Habitat Conservation Park with eco-friendly sports fields and receive an update on ARPA-funded improvements to Davis Park and the Colton Bike Path. Commissioners will also consider nominations for Volunteer of the Year and hear a report on the Parks & Recreation Foundation meeting. Public comment is open for any topic within the commission's jurisdiction.

• Project update on 45 Acre Habitat Conservation Park with Eco-Friendly Sports Fields (PBLA)
• Consideration of nominations for Volunteer of the Year
• Report on Parks & Recreation Foundation meeting of 6/17/2024
• ARPA funds for Davis Park & Colton Bike Path improvements
• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2024 regular meeting

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 9, 2024, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is adjourned to July 23, 2024.

Utilities Commission

The Colton Utilities Commission meeting scheduled for July 8, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2024.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding the Industrial Modernization Project at 225-262 Laurel Street. The proposal involves developing three warehouse and office buildings on approximately 17 acres for an HVAC manufacturer. No official action is required during this session.

• Industrial Modernization Project: development of three warehouse/office buildings at 225-262 Laurel Street
• Proposed 20-lot residential subdivision at 1600 Ridge View Dr.
• Review of Reche Canyon Specific Plan traffic and projects
• Presentation on current and upcoming Capital Improvement Projects

Parks & Recreation Foundation

The Board of Directors will review quarterly reports covering December 2023 through May 2024. This includes reviewing $127,447 in awarded recreation scholarships and recent fundraising activity. The Board will also consider reimbursements to the Colton Community Services Department for Holiday Help and PAWS in the Park.

• Approval of reimbursements to Colton Community Services Department for Holiday Help ($22,645) and PAWS in the Park ($2,500)
• Review of $127,447 awarded in recreation scholarships via ARPA funds
• Approval of $170 payment to Butler, Brier, & Co for tax preparation services
• Review of $949 QuickBooks Annual Subscription expense

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a proposal for a 24-hour gas station, car wash, and convenience store at 2501 Reche Canyon Road. The agenda also includes a one-year time extension for the Roquet Ranch subdivision and a new home construction in the San Salvador Historic District.

• Proposed 24-hour gas station, car wash, and convenience store at 2501 Reche Canyon Road
• One-year time extension for the Roquet Ranch Specific Plan subdivision
• New 1,316 square-foot single-family home construction at 273 South 7 Street

Utilities Commission

The Colton Utilities Commission will receive an update on water distribution system-wide flushing. The meeting also includes discussions regarding water/wastewater rates and the Solar Boat Challenge.

• Water Distribution System Wide Flushing Update
• Solar Boat Challenge update
• Water/Wastewater Rates discussion
• Approval of April 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Colton Library Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to review library and community services reports, discuss the status of the Bertha Hartley Memorial Fund improvements, and address board member terms for three trustees. The agenda includes approval of the March 26, 2024 minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of board member terms for John Villalobos, Patricia Chavez, and Margie Ramirez
• Bertha Hartley Memorial Fund improvement status update
• Library services report and community services director's report
• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2024

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and recommend adoption of an updated Cultural Resources Element for the General Plan, which modernizes policies for preserving local cultural resources. The commission will also hold a study session on a proposed zoning text amendment and conditional use permit for an automobile tow yard at 280 Fogg Street, with no action required at this session.

• Public hearing on General Plan amendment for Cultural Resources Element update (File DAP-001-767)
• CEQA exemption for Cultural Resources Element under Class 8 and Common-Sense Exemption
• Study session for tow yard at 280 Fogg Street: zoning text amendment, CUP, and site plan review
• Proposed 2,400 sq ft building with 33,000 sq ft outdoor storage on 1.2 acres in M-1 zone
• CEQA Class 3 exemption for tow yard project

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Commission will administer an oath to new Youth Commissioner Genesis Rodela Uriarte. The meeting also includes updates on CSD Master Fees and the Colton Sports Hall of Fame.

• Oath of Office for New Youth Commissioner Genesis Rodela Uriarte
• Closing nomination period for Volunteer of the Year
• Ratification of nomination period for Colton Sports Hall of Fame
• Status update on CSD Master Fee Update
• Presentation by Colton High School Girls Soccer Team

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an amendment to a billboard public benefit agreement for a proposed digital billboard at 2680 S. La Cadena Drive, and will also hold a study session on a proposed tow yard at 280 Fogg Street. The commission will take action on the billboard item and receive information on the tow yard, with no action required for the study session.

• Public hearing on amended billboard agreement (DAP24-0020) for a double-faced electronic billboard at 2680 S. La Cadena Drive, northwest corner of I-215/Iowa Avenue
• Staff recommends approval of Resolution R-07-24 recommending City Council approve the amended and restated public benefit, digital billboard and expired land use settlement agreement
• Study session for zoning text amendment to allow automobile impound yard (tow yard) in M-1 zone with conditional use permit at 280 Fogg Street
• Proposed tow yard includes a new 2,400-square-foot building and 33,000 square feet of outdoor storage on a 1.2-acre site
• CEQA: billboard amendment relies on prior Negative Declaration; tow yard study session is categorically exempt (Class 3)

Utilities Commission

The City of Colton Utilities Commission regular meeting scheduled for May 13, 2024, has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Next regular meeting: June 10, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will review the proposed FY2024-25 Development Services Department budget and hold public hearings on two items: a citywide zoning text amendment to allow electric vehicle charging and hydrogen fueling facilities in industrial zones, and an amendment to a billboard agreement for a property at 2680 S. La Cadena Drive. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council on these items.

• Public hearing on zoning text amendment to allow EV charging and hydrogen fueling as permitted uses in I-P, M-1, and M-2 zones (File DAP23-0024)
• Public hearing on amended billboard agreement for 2680 S. La Cadena Drive (File DAP 001-425)
• Discussion of FY2024-25 Development Services Department budget
• Staff recommends approval of both public hearing items

GFT Committee

The GFT Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss the FY2024-25 General Fund budget, including revenue and expenditure projections, and the city's pension obligations. The agenda includes a review of the proposed $65.9 million General Fund budget, which projects a small surplus, and analysis of the General Fund Transfer from the electric utility. The committee will also consider the city's unfunded pension liability costs, which have more than doubled since 2018.

• FY2024-25 General Fund budget: $65,942,702 revenue, $65,778,845 expenditures
• General Fund Transfer from electric utility: $12,000,000 budgeted (max $18,520,010)
• Projected General Fund balance June 30, 2025: $43,454,458
• Citywide UAL payments for 2025: $10,002,841 (up from $3,958,614 in 2018)
• Projected utility fund deficit: $10,758,815 for FY2024-25

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a Conditional Use Permit for Sahara Scaffold's contractor storage yard at 12698 Security Ave and a zoning text amendment to allow clean fueling facilities in industrial zones. They will also review the 2022-2023 Certified Local Government Annual Report and hold a study session on a proposed truck repair shop at 790 East M Street.

• Conditional Use Permit for Sahara Scaffold storage yard at 12698 Security Ave (2.3 acres, M-1 zone)
• Zoning text amendment to allow 'Clean Fueling Facility' as permitted use in I-P, M-1, M-2 zones
• Review and authorization of 2022-2023 Certified Local Government Annual Report to state OHP
• Study session for truck repair shop at 790 East M Street (53,076 sq ft, M-2 zone)

Utilities Commission

The Utilities Commission is reviewing proposed fiscal year 2024-2025 budgets for the city's water, wastewater, and electric departments. The agenda includes discussions on capital improvement projects and utility revenue projections.

• Water/Wastewater FY 2024-2025 Budget review
• Electric Utility FY 2024-2025 Budget review
• $7,248,000 in proposed Water Capital Improvements
• $50,000 in proposed Wastewater Capital Improvements
• $4,725,000 for La Loma Reservoir construction

Library Board of Trustees

The Colton Library Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to review library and community services reports, the status of Bertha Hartley Memorial Fund improvements, and discuss old and new business. The board will also consider Form 700 Statement of Economic Interest filings. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2024
• Library report on current services
• Community Services Director's report on department activities
• Bertha Hartley Memorial Fund report on improvement status
• Discussion of Form 700 Statement of Economic Interest

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a request by Ecology Recycling Services/AIM to modify zoning entitlements and approve a variance for an 18-foot fence (instead of the 8-foot maximum) along the east property line of its metal shredding/recycling site at 785 East M Street. Staff recommends approval. The agenda also includes the annual Certified Local Government report and routine items.

• Continued public hearing on DAP23-0010: modification of zoning entitlements and variance for 18-foot fence at 785 East M Street (19.39 acres, M-2 Heavy Industrial zone)
• Staff recommends approval of Resolution R-04-24 (modification of Conditional Use Permit and Architectural & Site Plan Review) and Resolution R-02-24 (fence variance)
• CEQA determination: no additional environmental review required (Section 15162)
• Annual draft report for Colton Certified Local Government program
• Approval of March 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will review a CSD Master Fee Update that affects local service costs, discuss Fiscal Year 2024-2025 planning, and receive status reports on capital projects for public recreational facilities.

• Review of the CSD Master Fee Update
• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget cycle
• Status update on FY 2022/2023 California State Funding for Colton Sports Park
• ARPA funding updates for Davis Park and Colton Bike Path improvements
• Open nomination period for Volunteer of the Year

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comments and presentations. They will review a one-year time extension for a business park at 2245 W. Valley Boulevard and approve street names for the Litton-Bostick subdivision, an 86-lot residential project. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Cultural Resources Element update and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Time extension for DAP24-0012: four business park buildings on 9.01 acres at 2245 W. Valley Blvd, new expiration April 11, 2025
• Street name request for TTM-18233: 86-lot clustered residential subdivision on 49.39 acres near Litton, Bostick, and Palm Avenues
• Cultural Resources Element update of the General Plan presented for review and comment
• Presentation of Emerald Village I - 27 small lot subdivision
• Approval of February 27, 2024 meeting minutes

Utilities Commission

The Colton Utilities Commission will hold a regular meeting to select a new vice chair and hear staff reports on the water/wastewater re-branding project, the EPA Lead and Copper Rule lead service line inventory, and the No-DES water main flushing program. The agenda includes approval of the January 8, 2024 minutes and public comment.

• Select new vice chair
• Water/Wastewater re-branding project
• EPA Lead and Copper Rule lead service line inventory project
• No-DES water main flushing program

Parks & Recreation Foundation

The Colton Parks & Recreation Foundation's quarterly Board of Directors meeting scheduled for March 11, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Quarterly meeting cancelled
• Original location: City of Colton Council Chambers, 650 N. La Cadena Dr., Colton, CA 92324

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit and Architectural/Site Plan Review for a new 4,965-square-foot self-service car wash with 22 vacuum stalls at 2015 N. Rancho Avenue. The commission will also hold a study session on a proposed text amendment to allow clean fueling facilities in the Industrial Park zone, and receive a presentation on the Emerald Village I-27 small lot subdivision. No action is required on the study session or presentation.

• Public hearing on CUP for Express Sunny Carwash, 2015 N. Rancho Avenue, 4,965 sq ft, 22 vacuum stalls, C-2 zone
• CEQA exemption under Class 32 (In-Fill Development Projects)
• Study session on ZOTA to allow 'Clean Fueling Facility' in I-P zone, requested by Greenlane (NextEra Energy)
• Presentation of Emerald Village I-27 small lot subdivision

GFT Committee

The GFT Oversight Committee will review the FY2022-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the FY2023-24 Mid-Year Budget, including a recommended $10.5 million General Fund Transfer from the electric utility. The mid-year budget projects a $2.19 million general fund deficit, with revenue estimated at $64.23 million and expenditures at $66.41 million. The committee will also consider specific spending adjustments, including a net $143,432 reduction in expenditures.

• FY2023-24 mid-year budget review: $64.23M revenue vs $66.41M expenditures, $2.19M projected deficit
• Recommended $10.5M General Fund Transfer from electric utility (15.2% of revenue)
• Fire: $142,370 final lease payment for ME214; $35,000 hazard mitigation plan update
• Public Works: $58,300 for bullet-resistant glass and plan check services; $35,000 for street sweeping changes
• Community Services: $45,400 for Colton Birthday Celebration costs and tree trimming

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a modification of zoning entitlements and a fence height variance for the Ecology Recycling Services/AIM metal shredding facility at 785 East M Street, and an amendment to the Iron Horse Hills tentative tract map and development agreement for 184 single-family homes at 1300 Barton Road. The commission will also hear a presentation on the Emerald Village I-27 small lot subdivision. Staff recommends approval for both public hearing items.

• Ecology Recycling Services/AIM: variance to allow 18-foot fence instead of 8-foot maximum along east property line at 785 East M Street
• Ecology Recycling Services/AIM: modification of Conditional Use Permit and Architectural/Site Plan Review for existing metal shredding/recycling use on 19.39 acres in M-2 Heavy Industrial Zone
• Iron Horse Hills: amendment to Tentative Tract Map No. 16798 for 184 single-family units, three parks, open space, and detention basins on 119.6 acres at 1300 Barton Road
• Iron Horse Hills: Second Amended and Restated Development Agreement with Iron Horse Hills LLC, including revisions to internal circulation and emergency access
• Presentation of Emerald Village I-27 Small Lot Subdivision

Utilities Commission

The February 12, 2024 regular meeting of the Colton Utilities Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review current library and community services reports. The meeting includes a report on the status of improvements for the Bertha Hartley Memorial Fund.

• Review of current library services
• Community Services Director's report on department activities
• Bertha Hartley Memorial Fund status of improvements report
• Approval of September 26, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving a modification of zoning entitlements for the Ecology Recycling Services/AIM metal shredding and recycling facility at 785 East M Street. The commission will also decide on a second time extension for the Litton-Bostick subdivision, an 86-lot residential project near Litton and Bostick Avenues. Both items have staff recommendations for approval.

• Time extension for Litton-Bostick subdivision (86-lot residential, ~49.39 acres) extending CUP to April 19, 2025 and Tentative Tract Map 18233 to April 19, 2026
• Modification of zoning entitlements for Ecology Recycling Services/AIM at 785 East M Street (~19.39 acres, M-2 Heavy Industrial zone)
• CEQA exemption for time extension (Section 15061(b)(3)) and no additional review for recycling modification (Section 15162)
• Public hearing continued from January 9, 2024 for the recycling facility item

Planning Commission

This is a special meeting of the Colton Planning Commission held solely for a tour of the RIX facility, a wastewater treatment operation, at 1990 Agua Mansa Rd. The agenda includes call to order, flag salute, roll call, and public comment, but the only business item is the facility tour. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• RIX Facility Tour at 1990 Agua Mansa Rd, Colton, CA 92324
• Special meeting on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 12:00 P.M.
• Public comment procedures outlined for addressing the Commission
• ADA accommodation contact: 909-370-5518

Utilities Commission

This is a special meeting of the Colton Utilities Commission held for the purpose of touring the RIX facility at 1990 Agua Mansa Rd. The agenda contains no discussion or action items beyond the tour itself.

• RIX Facility Tour at 1990 Agua Mansa Rd., Colton, CA 92324

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Commission will appoint 2024 officers and review the Volunteer of the Year policies. Staff will also present budget priorities for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and updates on various capital improvement projects.

• $1,015,200 LWCF Grant for Chavez Park Improvements
• $166,213 Outdoor Equity Grant application submitted
• Update on Colton Sports Park California State Funding
• Review of CSD Master Fee Update
• Status updates on ARPA funds for Davis Park and Colton Bike Path

Planning Commission

The Colton Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two continued items: a proposed drive-thru restaurant and retail building at 1234 West Valley Boulevard, and a review of zoning entitlements for the Ecology Recycling Services metal shredding operation at 785 East M Street. The commission will also hold a study session on a proposed AMCO Recycling facility expansion at 340 West Valley Boulevard and 115 North Pennsylvania Avenue. Staff recommends continuing the Ecology Recycling item to January 23, 2024.

• DAP-001-792: Conditional Use Permit, Variance, and Major Certificate of Appropriateness for a 3,516 sq-ft drive-thru restaurant and two retail shops at 1234 W. Valley Blvd, with a front setback increase from 10 to 29.5 feet and reduced window glazing.
• DAP23-0010: Continued review of zoning entitlements for Ecology Recycling Services/AIM metal shredding/recycling on 19.39 acres at 785 E. M Street; staff recommends continuing to January 23, 2024.
• Study session for AMCO Recycling: General Plan amendment and zone change from General Commercial to Heavy Industrial at 340 W. Valley Blvd and 115 N. Pennsylvania Ave, plus a 11,000 sq-ft storage expansion and new 10,114 sq-ft recycling facility.
• Appointment of a Planning Commission member to the Reche Canyon Traffic Ad-Hoc Committee.

Utilities Commission

The Utilities Commission will hear a presentation on water and wastewater rate studies, including proposed rate increases over five years. The commission will also receive an update on water production well projects (Wells 22, 31, and 33). The agenda includes approval of the November 20, 2023 minutes.

• Water rate study proposes annual increases: 18% in FY 2023/24, 18% in FY 2024/25, 10% in FY 2025/26, 5% in FY 2026/27, 3% in FY 2027/28
• Sewer rate study proposes annual increases: 40% in FY 2023/24, 18% in FY 2024/25, 15% in FY 2025/26, 5% in FY 2026/27, 5% in FY 2027/28
• Water fixed service charge for 5/8-inch meter proposed to rise from $26.06 to $42.79 by FY 2027/28
• Sewer residential rate proposed to rise from $34.33 to $72.10 per month by FY 2027/28
• Update on water production well projects: Wells 22, 31, and 33