Ontario public meetings in 2023
55 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Recreation & Parks Commission - CANCELLED
The Recreation and Parks Commission's December 25, 2023 regular meeting has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. at City Council Chambers.
- Meeting cancelled
City Council/Housing Authority - Cancelled
The regular meetings of the Ontario City Council and Housing Authority scheduled for Tuesday, January 2, 2024, have been cancelled due to lack of an available quorum. The next regularly scheduled meetings will be held on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will review several consent calendar items including construction contracts, professional services agreements, and land development resolutions. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property negotiations for 1522 West Mission Boulevard.
- Real property negotiation for 1522 West Mission Boulevard
- $294,800 construction contract with Servitek Electric, Inc. for street light installation
- Resolution for project PDEV21-037 at 1516 South Bon View Avenue
- $779,100 professional services agreement with Sports Facilities Companies, Inc.
- $262,983 playground equipment purchase for Homer F. Briggs Park
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Ontario Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a Planned Unit Development for nine work/live lofts at 413 West Emporia Street, a Development Agreement for a 47.16-acre subdivision at the southwest corner of Eucalyptus and Haven Avenues, and a Tentative Tract Map for that subdivision. The commission will recommend approval or denial to the City Council.
- Planned Unit Development (PUD21-002) for 9 work/live units with 252 sq ft commercial and 1,892 sq ft residential at 413 West Emporia Street
- Development Agreement (PDA21-012) for 47.16 acres at Eucalyptus and Haven Avenues, subdividing into 198 numbered and 45 lettered lots
- Tentative Tract Map (PMTT21-018) for the same 47.16-acre subdivision
- Conditional Use Permit (PCUP23-011) to operate live/work units at the Emporia site
- Consent calendar includes approval of November 28, 2023 minutes
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will consider a zone change (PZC23-003) rezoning three parcels totaling 19.35 acres from high-density residential, business park, and low-intensity office to mixed-use designations. Other items include a $1.88M contract for demolition of 404 N. Euclid Ave. and temporary parking lot construction, approval of multiple on-call professional services agreements, and a resolution to apply for Outdoor Equity Grant Program funds.
- Zone change: 3.8 acres near D/E/Laurel streets from HDR-45 to MU-1; 9.8 acres north of Holt Blvd. from BP to MU-6; 5.75 acres at Sultana Ave./D St. from OL to MU-1
- Construction contract with Resource Environmental, Inc. for $1,639,000 plus $245,850 contingency ($1,884,850 total) to demolish 404 N. Euclid Ave. and build temporary parking lot
- Approval of three-year on-call professional services agreements with 28 firms for real estate, engineering, and environmental consulting (up to $500K each over three years)
- Professional services agreement with Freedom Automation Inc. for SCADA programming and maintenance: $200,000 for FY2023-24, with options for four additional years totaling up to $1,000,000
- Resolution to apply for Outdoor Equity Grant Program funds (details not specified in agenda)
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Ontario Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a certificate of appropriateness for a garage/ADU in the Villa Historic District, a fifth amendment to a development agreement for a 31.7-acre subdivision, and a major amendment to the Parkside Specific Plan that would increase residential capacity from 1,947 to 2,851 units, reduce commercial and park land, and approve related tentative tract map and development plans. The consent calendar includes five development plan reviews for industrial buildings and a 77-unit apartment project, along with approval of October 24, 2023 minutes.
- Parkside Specific Plan amendment: increase housing units by 904, reduce commercial from 11.15 to 2.77 acres, reduce Great Park from 54.4 to 33.4 acres (Items C & D)
- Industrial building of 1,162,630 sq ft at 1945 East Merrill Avenue (Consent item A-02)
- Mixed-use building increase: from 112 to 201 units, height from 5 to 6 stories at 4000 Ontario Center Parkway (Consent item A-03)
- 77-unit multifamily development at 1749 E. Fourth Street (Consent item A-04)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 2,446 sq ft accessory structure (8-car garage + ADU) at 303 West H Street in Villa Historic District (Item B)
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider approving the October 2023 minutes and activity report on the consent calendar. They will hear presentations recapping the Trunk or Treat and Dia de los Muertos events, introduce new staff, and learn about the Facility Attendant Program and the Veterans Memorial Community Center grand opening. The key action item is a vote on the design for a new youth playground at Homer F. Briggs Park, funded by Measure Q, with a recommendation to City Council for final approval.
- Approve design for a new youth playground at Homer F. Briggs Park, funded by Measure Q
- Introduction of new full-time Recreation & Community Services staff
- Presentation on the Facility Attendant Program
- Veterans Memorial Community Center grand opening presentation
- Recaps of Trunk or Treat and Dia de los Muertos events
City Council/Housing Authority
The consent calendar includes multiple contract awards and amendments. Key items are a $5.2 million agreement for a new computer-aided dispatch system for public safety, a $2.9 million reservoir design contract, amendments for baseball stadium design ($4.6 million) and sports complex offsite design ($4 million), and adoption of the 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan. Closed session includes real property negotiations at 1045 West Mission Boulevard and 801-805 South Mountain Avenue.
- Agreement with Hexagon Safety & Infrastructure for new CAD system: $5,186,116 plus $1,000,000 for hardware
- Professional design services for Reservoir 925-1A and water transmission main: $2,862,758
- Amendment No. 1 to design services for Ontario Minor League Baseball Stadium and Parking Structure: $4,614,100
- Amendment No. 17 to on-call design services for Sports Complex Offsite Design: $4,017,439
- Adoption of the 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will consider adopting an ordinance for the Euclid Walnut Planned Unit Development at the northwest corner of Euclid Avenue and Walnut Street, establishing development standards for a 10.6-acre mixed-use project. The council will also act on several contracts, including $3.55 million for security camera and emergency notification upgrades, $2.25 million for fleet vehicle equipping, and $1.625 million for environmental consulting for the Ontario Plan 2050 update. Additionally, the council will accept grants for law enforcement and homeless assistance, and consider renewing the Downtown Ontario Community Benefit District.
- Euclid Walnut Planned Unit Development (PUD22-004) ordinance for 10.6-acre site at NW corner of Euclid Ave and Walnut St
- Amendment with Convergint Technology, LLC for security cameras and emergency notifications, not-to-exceed $3,551,364
- Goods & Services Agreement with West Coast Lights and Sirens, Inc. for fleet vehicle equipping, not-to-exceed $2,250,000 over 3 years
- Amendment with PlaceWorks, Inc. for Ontario Regional Sports Complex SEIR, increasing funding by $1,625,701 to $4,935,701
- Resolution of intention to renew Downtown Ontario Community Benefit District and levy assessments
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Ontario Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on several land use and development proposals. The agenda includes a specific plan amendment for the Parkside area that would increase residential capacity from 1,947 to 2,851 units, alongside a proposal to rezone the California Commerce Center from commercial to light industrial. The commission will also review a Mills Act preservation contract for a historic home at 311 West H Street and a citywide management plan for historic rock curbs. These proposals determine future housing density, commercial zoning, and historic preservation standards for affected neighborhoods. One Parkside development item has been continued to the November 28 meeting, while the commission will deliberate the remaining proposals.
- Public hearing on a Mills Act preservation contract for a 3,414-square-foot Craftsman home at 311 West H Street
- Public hearing on a specific plan amendment to rezone the California Commerce Center from commercial to light industrial, including construction of a 344,110-square-foot industrial building at 1350 and 1375 S. Woodruff Way
- Public hearing on a specific plan amendment for Subarea 29 to annex 113.2 acres and change land use to mixed residential (5-25 du/ac) near Haven Avenue and Eucalyptus Avenue
- Public hearing on a Parkside specific plan amendment increasing residential capacity from 1,947 to 2,851 units, with a development plan for 508 apartment units at Archibald Avenue and Ontario Ranch Road
- Public hearing on a citywide management plan for historic rock curbs in the public right-of-way
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider consent calendar items including approval of September minutes, activity report, and new Gymnasium and Fitness Room Rules and Policy. They will also receive department and program updates on adult sports, new staff, senior transportation, Ontario on the Go, and Ontario Grand Park Phase 2.
- Vote on new Gymnasium and Fitness Room Rules and Policy
- Update on Ontario Grand Park Phase 2
- Adult Sports Program update presentation
- Introduction of new Recreation & Community Services staff
- Active Seniors on the Go and Ontario on the Go program updates
City Council/Housing Authority
The Ontario City Council will meet to consider a consent calendar including an ordinance to amend oversized vehicle parking rules, a resolution to place special assessments on county tax rolls, and several contracts for police, fire, and infrastructure projects. Notable approvals include purchases of explosives storage units, mobile surveillance units, and design contracts for the I-10 interchange and police facilities. The meeting is set for October 17, 2023.
- Ordinance to amend oversized vehicle parking on public streets
- Purchase of explosives storage units for Fire Department bomb squad ($170,000)
- Sole source purchase of 15 mobile surveillance units from ECAMSECURE ($512,000)
- Amendment to I-10/Grove Avenue interchange design contract with Parsons ($485,507)
- Dorothy A. Quesada Community Center roof replacement contract ($284,987)
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees will vote on minutes from August and September and approve the September consent calendar. Staff will present the proposed mission, vision and values for Ontario City Library, along with an overview of the Robert E. Ellingwood Model Colony History Room and services to educators.
- Approval of minutes from August 8, 2023 and September 12, 2023
- Approval of consent calendar for September 2023
- Overview of Robert E. Ellingwood Model Colony History Room
- Proposed Mission, Vision and Values for Ontario City Library
- Presentation on Services to Educators
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will hold public hearings on an economic development subsidy agreement with Rusnak/Ontario dba Genesis of Ontario and an amendment to the Ontario Development Code updating short-term rental regulations. Consent calendar items include contracts for museum waterproofing ($668,400), lead service line inventory ($251,643), well pump repairs (up to $4,420,505), and a ninja course for John Galvin Park ($638,504). A closed session is scheduled for real property negotiation with Dali III, LLC.
- Public hearing on Economic Development Subsidy Report and Operating Covenant Agreement with Rusnak/Ontario dba Genesis of Ontario
- Public hearing to amend Ontario Development Code for short-term rental regulations
- Construction contract for Ontario Museum of History & Art waterproofing, not-to-exceed $668,400 to Applied Restoration, Inc.
- Authorize purchase and installation of furniture at 208 W. Emporia St. 2nd Floor for $185,874 from Info-Com
- Authorize purchase of X-Treme Ninja Course for John Galvin Park for $638,504 from Greenfields Outdoor Fitness
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several items, including a certificate of appropriateness to demolish the historic Dietz Garage (Local Landmark No. 8) for the West Valley Connector Bus Rapid Transit project, a specific plan amendment and industrial building at 1350 and 1375 S. Woodruff Way, and a planned unit development for 346 apartments and commercial space at Euclid Avenue and Walnut Street. The consent calendar includes a development plan for 144 multifamily units on Twinkle Avenue. No final decisions are expected on the industrial project, which is recommended for continuation to October 24.
- Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish Tier II historic resource Dietz Garage at 212-214 E. Holt Blvd for BRT
- Specific Plan Amendment to change California Commerce Center from Commercial/Food/Hotel to Light Industrial at 1350 and 1375 S. Woodruff Way
- Development Plan for 344,110 sq ft industrial building at southeast corner of Rockefeller and Wanamaker avenues
- Planned Unit Development and Certificate of Appropriateness for 346 apartments and 5,400 sq ft commercial at northwest corner of Euclid Ave and Walnut St
- Development Plan for 144 multifamily units on 9.18 acres east of Twinkle Avenue north of Moonlight Street
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will adopt the consent calendar approving the August 28 minutes and the August activity and attendance report. It will hear presentations on the Silver S.T.A.R.S senior shuttle, the National Fitness Campaign outdoor fitness court at Homer F. Briggs Memorial Park, and upcoming community events. The commission will vote on the Bon View Park playground renovation project at 1010 S. Bon View Ave, with a total cost not to exceed $378,165.
- Approve minutes for the August 28, 2023 meeting
- Approve the August 2023 Activity & Attendance Report
- Silver S.T.A.R.S senior transportation and recreation shuttle overview
- National Fitness Campaign outdoor fitness court at Homer F. Briggs Memorial Park
- Approve Bon View Park playground renovation (cost ≤ $378,165) at 1010 S. Bon View Ave
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will consider a sole source purchase of three KME fire apparatus for $4.875 million and a three-year service agreement, plus amendments to legal services for water matters totaling $714,000. Other notable items include a Measure I five-year capital project needs analysis, a contract for ADA ramp construction, playground equipment for Bon View Park, and an ordinance on alcohol consumption in public facilities. The agenda also includes several consent calendar items such as minutes approval, bills, and multiple contract amendments.
- Sole source purchase of two KME fire pumpers and one aerial tractor for $4,875,000 from Fire Apparatus Solutions
- Amendment to water rights legal services contract with Stoel Rives LLP for $225,000 (FY23-24) and $100,000 (FY24-25)
- Bon View Park playground equipment purchase from Innovative Playgrounds for $378,165
- ADA concrete ramp construction contract with CT&T Concrete Paving for $175,000
- Sam Alba Park restroom renovation project with Fleming Environmental for $687,676
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will consider adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy as required by state law and transferring city-owned property at 517-525 North Virginia Avenue to the Ontario Housing Authority for affordable housing. The agenda also includes several contract amendments for design and plan check services, routine approvals, and a proclamation for National Preparedness Month.
- Adoption of ordinance for Military Equipment Use Policy (AB 481).
- Transfer of 517/521/525 N Virginia Ave (Assisi House) to Ontario Housing Authority for affordable housing.
- Amendment to HMC Architects design services agreement: increase of $450,848 to $4,428,971.
- Amendment to Harris and Associates plan check services contract: $9.9M total over five years.
- Website redesign agreement with Interpersonal Frequency, LLC for $1,001,975.
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will vote on approving designs for three Measure Q-funded park improvements: Bon View Park playground, Vineyard Park fitness equipment, and John Galvin Park ninja course. The commission will also consider a new refund and cancellation policy for recreation programs and updated picnic shelter guidelines. Presentations on summer camps, the Movies in the Park series, and the department's fiscal year 2023-24 budget are scheduled.
- Bon View Park playground renovation design approval (Measure Q-funded)
- Vineyard Park fitness equipment installation design approval (Measure Q)
- John Galvin Park X-Treme Ninja Course installation design approval (Measure Q)
- Refund and cancellation policy approval for recreation programs and events
- Updated picnic shelter guidelines approval
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three development projects: a 362-unit townhome complex at Ontario Ranch Road and Archibald Avenue, a 70-unit apartment project at 2037 and 2055 South Fern Avenue, and a mixed-use project with 346 apartments and 5,400 square feet of commercial space at Euclid Avenue and Walnut Street. The commission will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness to determine if the mixed-use site is a historic resource. Consent items include approval of prior meeting minutes and an industrial building at 1600 East Francis Street.
- 362 multi-family dwellings (182 Motor Court townhomes, 180 Row Townhomes) on 22.2 acres at southeast corner of Ontario Ranch Road and Archibald Avenue (Lennar Homes)
- 167,174-square-foot industrial building on 6.98 acres at 1600 East Francis Street (DPIF3 CA 40 LC at 60 Freeway, LLC)
- 70 multi-family dwellings at 2037 and 2055 South Fern Avenue, with Tentative Tract Map (Melia Homes)
- 346 apartment units and 5,400 square feet of commercial space at northwest corner of Euclid Avenue and Walnut Street, with Planned Unit Development and Certificate of Appropriateness (Legacy/Collier Residential LLC)
- Certificate of Appropriateness (PHP22-015) to determine if the Euclid/Walnut site is a historic resource
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council and Housing Authority will hold a closed session to discuss real property negotiations and the city manager's performance evaluation. In open session, they will consider a consent calendar that includes several large contracts for water system materials, a recycled water project, a synthetic turf field, and design services for a new fire station. No public hearings are listed.
- Closed session real property negotiations for multiple parcels on North Palm Avenue, Riverside Drive, and Ontario Avenue
- Memorandum of Understanding with Inland Empire Utilities Agency for Euclid Avenue Recycled Water Project, up to $1,046,500
- Purchase agreements with United Water Works and Western Water Works for water system materials, total not-to-exceed $2,928,584
- Procurement of synthetic turf field for De Anza Park from FieldTurf USA for $671,794
- Design services agreement with PBK Architects for Fire Station No. 11 project
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board will consider approving minutes from July 11 and a consent calendar including library statistics for July 2023. Staff will present the 2023-24 budget and agency strategic objectives, along with reports on collection development and material selection, support services, and the annual KinderGo program. A special ceremony will recognize former board members.
- Presentation on 2023-24 budget and agency strategic objectives
- Collection development and material selection policy discussion
- Overview of the annual KinderGo program
- Recognition of former Library Board of Trustees members
- Consent calendar approval of library statistics for July 2023
City Council/Housing Authority - Cancelled
The regular meetings of the Ontario City Council and Housing Authority scheduled for August 1, 2023, have been cancelled to allow participation in National Night Out. The next regularly scheduled meetings will be held on August 15, 2023. No other business is on this agenda.
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will vote on several development projects, including a consent calendar item for 88 single-family and 210 multi-family units at Ontario Ranch Road and Haven Avenue, plus public hearings for a self-storage facility at 5056 E. Fourth Street and an industrial building at Sultana Avenue and Belmont Street. All items have Development Advisory Board recommendations for approval.
- 88 single-family and 210 multi-family units at southeast corner of Ontario Ranch Road and Haven Avenue (A-03)
- Conditional use permit for a 63,994 sq ft self-storage facility at 5056 E. Fourth Street (B)
- 33,363 sq ft industrial building at 621 S. Mountain Avenue (A-02)
- 86,548 sq ft industrial building at 2049 E. Francis Street (A-04)
- 59,984 sq ft industrial building at Sultana Avenue and Belmont Street (C)
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will vote to approve the minutes from the June 26, 2023 meeting and the June 2023 Activity & Attendance Report. Commissioners will hear a department report on recent programs and presentations on the 2023 Fireworks Spectacular, the All‑States Picnic, and the Independence Day Parade award winners. The meeting also includes reminders of upcoming special events for July.
- Approve Minutes for the regular meeting on June 26, 2023
- Approve Activity & Attendance Report for June 2023
- Department report presentation by Recreation & Community Services Director Nicholas S. Gonzalez
- 2023 Fireworks Spectacular overview presentation
- Independence Day Parade overview and award winners presentation
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will enter closed session to discuss labor negotiations with police and fire management groups and real property negotiations for multiple parcels, including a site with IKEA Property Inc. In open session, the council will consider resolutions establishing annual special taxes for fiscal year 2023-24 in numerous community facilities districts in Old Model Colony and Ontario Ranch, and proclaim July 2023 as Parks and Recreation Month.
- Closed session: labor negotiations with Ontario Police Management Group and Ontario Fire Management Group
- Closed session: real property negotiations with IKEA Property Inc for 2350-2630 East Inland Empire Boulevard
- Closed session: real property negotiations with JCLIN INVESTMENT LP at SE corner Riverside Drive and Vineyard Avenue
- Consent calendar: resolutions for annual special taxes in 20+ community facilities districts for FY 2023-24
- Proclamation of July 2023 as Parks and Recreation Month
City Council/Housing Authority - Cancelled
The regular meetings of the Ontario City Council and Housing Authority scheduled for Tuesday, July 4, 2023, are cancelled due to the Independence Day holiday. The next regular meetings will be held on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on amendments to the West Haven Specific Plan that would increase allowed housing units from 173 to 451 in one area and from 92 to 203 in another, along with related land-use changes. Commissioners will also consider a development agreement and tentative tract map for 111 lots on 19.1 acres nearby, plus several other residential projects including 28 townhomes at Laurel and D Street and 84 units near Concours Street.
- West Haven Specific Plan amendment to increase Planning Area 1 units from 173 to 451 and Planning Area 3 units from 92 to 203
- Development Agreement (PDA21-008) for 19.1 acres near Riverside Drive and Haven Avenue with 111 lots (TTM 20452)
- Planned Unit Development and 28 townhome units at northeast corner of Laurel Avenue and D Street (PUD22-002, PMTT22-014, PDEV22-023)
- Development Plan for 36 single-family 4-pack dwellings on 11.05 acres west of Archibald Avenue near Chino Avenue (PDEV22-038)
- Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide 0.423 acres at 121 East 6th Street into two lots (PMTT22-020)
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider consent items approving the June 26 meeting minutes and June activity report, receive a department presentation on June programs, and hear overviews of the 2023 Fireworks Spectacular, All-States Picnic, and Independence Day Parade. The meeting also includes a reminder of upcoming special events and announcement of parade award winners.
- Approval of June 26, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of June 2023 Activity & Attendance Report
- Presentation on 2023 Fireworks Spectacular held July 4
- Presentation on 2023 All-States Picnic in Ontario Town Square
- Announcement of 2023 Independence Day Parade award winners
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will consider adopting resolutions to levy annual assessments within the Ontario Parkway Maintenance Assessment District (OPMAD) Nos. 1-4 and Street Lighting Maintenance District (SLMD) Nos. 1-2 for fiscal year 2023-24, including setting public hearings for July 18, 2023. The council will also enter closed session to discuss existing litigation (Agustin Martinez v. City of Ontario), labor negotiations with multiple bargaining units, and real property negotiations at several properties. A check presentation to the Ontario-Montclair Schools Foundation for proceeds of the 2022 Ontario 5K Reindeer Run is also scheduled.
- Adopt resolutions for annual levy of assessments in OPMAD Nos. 1-4 and SLMD Nos. 1-2 for FY 2023-24
- Set public hearing on July 18, 2023 for the assessment levies
- Closed session: litigation Agustin Martinez v. City of Ontario (Case No. 5:21-cv-01099-JGB-SP)
- Closed session: labor negotiations with multiple bargaining units including police, fire, AFSCME, Teamsters
- Closed session: real property negotiations at 434 North Euclid Avenue and multiple parcels near Riverside Drive and Vineyard/Ontario Avenues
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council and Housing Authority will hold a special meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023-24 operating budget, approve multi-year memorandums of understanding with three employee groups, and adopt the Measure I five-year capital improvement plan. The meeting also includes approval of one-time signing bonuses, an updated citywide fee schedule, and policy manuals.
- Adopt FY 2023-24 operating budgets for the City and Ontario Housing Authority, and set the appropriations limit
- Approve a two-year MOU with the Association of Ontario Management Employees, three-year with AFSCME Local 3061, and four-year with Ontario Professional Firefighters Association Local 1430
- One-time signing bonuses: $2,000 for AOME and AFSCME employees, and $2,500 for firefighters, effective June 26, 2023
- Adopt a citywide fee schedule establishing and amending service and development-related fees
- Approve the Measure I Five-Year Capital Improvement Expenditure Plan for FY 2023-24 through FY 2027-28
City Council/Housing Authority
The council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances including a planned unit development at the northeast corner of Euclid Avenue and D Street, final tract maps for three subdivisions on Mill Creek Avenue, and several contracts. Consent items include a data strategy consulting agreement ($300,000), a police weapons system purchase ($1,201,702), the FY 2023-24 SB1 road repair projects list, fleet vehicle purchases ($403,236), and various service amendments. Closed session covers real estate negotiations at 434 N. Euclid Ave and 935 E. Holt Blvd, as well as labor negotiations with multiple bargaining units.
- Planned unit development (PUD22-005) for 2.38-acre parcel at northeast corner of Euclid Avenue and D Street
- Final tract map approval for subdivisions 20158, 20159, and 20160 on Mill Creek Avenue
- Data strategy consulting agreement with Resultant, LLC for $300,000
- Weapons system purchase from Staccato 2011, LLC for $1,201,702
- Approval of FY 2023-24 SB1 road repair project list
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development projects, including a proposed amendment to the Countryside Specific Plan to increase the number of dwellings in Planning Area 1 from 442 to 601 and allow attached homes. Other items include a development plan for an AT&T monopine wireless facility at James R. Bryant Park, a tentative tract map for 28 condominiums on North Grove Avenue, and subdivision and development agreements for an 80-acre business park parcel.
- Countryside Specific Plan amendment to increase unit count to 601 and allow attached homes (File PSPA22-002)
- Tentative tract map for 265 dwellings near Riverside Dr and Archibald Ave (File PMTT22-021)
- Subdivision of 80 acres into 6 parcels for business park/industrial use, bordered by Eucalyptus, Campus, Merrill, and Sultana Avenues (File PMTT22-005)
- Development agreement for that 80-acre parcel (File PDA21-006)
- AT&T monopine wireless facility at 648 W D Street (James R. Bryant Park) (File PDEV22-022)
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider approving minutes and activity/attendance reports for March and April 2023. They will also hear departmental presentations including a revenue update on the 2022 Annual 5K Reindeer Run & Rudolph's Dash, a recap of the Tiny Tot Enrichment Learning Program and introduction of the new Tot Language & Arts Program, introductions of new staff, and reminders for upcoming summer events.
- Approval of minutes from March 27, 2023
- Approval of Activity & Attendance Report for March 2023
- Approval of Activity & Attendance Report for April 2023
- Presentation on 2022 Annual 5K Reindeer Run & Rudolph's Dash revenue
- Introduction of new Tot Language & Arts Program
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will consider a resolution of intention to establish Community Facilities District No. 61 (Merrill Commerce Center Services) and authorize special taxes, with a public hearing set for June 20. The consent calendar includes several contract amendments: a $650,000 extension for Accela software support, a $965,970 asphalt procurement amendment, and amendments for waste containers totaling up to $1.4 million. The Council will also receive the third quarter budget update for FY 2022-23.
- Amendment with TruePoint Solutions for Accela Civic Platform support, not to exceed $650,000
- Amendment with All American Asphalt for asphalt materials, not to exceed $965,970
- Amendments with McLaughlin Waste Equipment for commercial bins ($1,000,000) and roll-off containers ($400,000)
- Resolution of intention to establish Community Facilities District No. 61 (Merrill Commerce Center) with special taxes
- Fiscal Year 2022-23 Third Quarter Budget Update
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will consider an ordinance to change zoning on 95 parcels across Ontario to align with the General Plan. Other agenda items include amendments to the Development Code, approval of fire mutual aid agreements with neighboring districts, and contracts for water supply studies. Closed session will cover two lawsuits, labor negotiations, and several real estate negotiations.
- Ordinance amending zoning designations on 95 properties citywide to match The Ontario Plan 2050 Policy Plan
- Development Code amendment revising provisions in multiple chapters of the city code
- Agreement for fire mutual aid and automatic aid with Chino Valley and Rancho Cucamonga Fire Districts
- Amendment to design service agreements for on-call water supply studies, total up to $50,000 per year for two fiscal years
- Resolution approving an Improvement Agreement and Final Parcel Map No. 20267 at 1250 West Phillips Street
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Ontario Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on several development and zoning proposals, including a mixed-use project with 109 residential units, an 88-unit condominium subdivision, and a 159.95-acre industrial parcel map. The commission will also consider a specific plan amendment and zone change for the South Ontario Logistics Center, as well as approve nominations for the Twenty-Third Annual Model Colony Awards. These proposals determine local land use, housing density, and commercial development boundaries, with several items requiring final approval by the City Council.
- Mixed-use development at Euclid Avenue and D Street proposing 109 residential units and 4,000 square feet of retail.
- Subdivision of 3.5 acres at 1402 N Virginia Avenue for 88 condominium units.
- Specific plan amendment and zone change removing 71.6 acres from the South Ontario Logistics Center Specific Plan.
- Development agreement and tentative parcel map for 159.95 acres to create 10 industrial buildings totaling 3,021,375 square feet.
- Approval of nominations for the Twenty-Third Annual Model Colony Awards.
Recreation & Parks Commission - CANCELLED
The April 24, 2023 regular meeting of the Recreation and Parks Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items considered.
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council and Housing Authority will meet in closed session to discuss existing litigation (Ruben Valencia v. City of Ontario), labor negotiations with multiple bargaining units, and real property negotiations for four properties. The public session includes a consent calendar with routine approvals such as contract amendments, bid awards, and a resolution for special assessments on the county tax rolls.
- Closed session real property negotiations for 801-805 S Mountain Ave, 1045 W Mission Blvd, 212-218 N Palm Ave, and 210 N Palm Ave/222 W B St
- Amendment No. 3 to hazardous materials collection contract with Environmental Logistics, Inc. increasing amount by $406,700 to a total not-to-exceed of $733,598
- Award of Bid No. 1602 for standby generator maintenance to Global Power Group, Inc. for a total not-to-exceed amount of $525,600
- Adoption of a resolution to place special assessments for code enforcement violations on the San Bernardino County tax rolls
- Amendments to landscape maintenance agreements with Brightview Landscape Services adding new sites and a turf removal project at fire stations
City Council/Housing Authority Special Meeting Cancelled
This special meeting of the Ontario City Council and Housing Authority scheduled for April 18, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no items considered.
City Council/Housing Authority
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance to increase salary compensation for the Mayor and City Council members. They will also vote on a planned unit development for a residential project at 213 North Fern Avenue. The consent calendar includes several contracts, including a $29.9 million design-build agreement for a City Hall parking structure and a cost-sharing MOU for the $51 million Euclid Avenue storm drain project with Chino. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations with multiple bargaining units.
- Ordinance to amend Section 2-1.203 of Ontario Municipal Code relating to salary compensation for Mayor and City Council
- Planned Unit Development (PUD22-003) for residential development at 213 North Fern Avenue
- Design-build agreement with McCarthy Building Companies for City Hall Parking Structure project totaling $29,979,143
- Memorandum of Understanding with City of Chino for cost-sharing on Euclid Avenue Storm Drain Project ($51 million)
- Sole source agreement with All City Management Services for crossing guard services totaling $3,229,654 over up to 5 years
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Ontario Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on a zone change affecting 107 properties to align with the General Plan, a Development Code Amendment, a major industrial redevelopment, and a subdivision. The commission will also vote on consent calendar items including property transfers on North Euclid Avenue.
- General Plan consistency findings for property transfers at 122-126 and 245 North Euclid Avenue (consent calendar)
- Industrial development: demolish 77,696 sq ft and construct 237,236 sq ft at 605-627 S Bon View Avenue, 954 E Ontario Boulevard, and 1031 E California Street
- Subdivision of 9.11 acres into 4 parcels near D Street and Sultana Avenue (Tentative Parcel Map No. 20683)
- Development Code Amendment revising Chapters 1, 2, 5, 8, and 9
- Zone change for 107 properties to align with Ontario Plan 2050 General Plan
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will vote to approve the February 2023 Activity & Attendance Report and the minutes from the February 27 meeting. Staff will present recaps of the Puppy Love Dog Pawty event and a year-long facility reservation review. The commission will also hear about upcoming special events. The April 24 meeting is cancelled due to a volunteer banquet; the next regular meeting is May 22.
- Approval of February 2023 Activity & Attendance Report (142,259 total attendance)
- Approval of February 27, 2023 meeting minutes
- Recap of 3rd Annual Puppy Love Dog Pawty held February 18
- Facility Reservations one-year recap presentation
- Notice that April 24, 2023 meeting is cancelled; next regular meeting May 22
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will hold a closed session to negotiate the purchase of multiple properties along East Holt Boulevard and other streets. In open session, the Council will vote on consent items including a real property exchange with the Diocese of San Bernardino, a development impact fee credit agreement near Hamner Avenue and Riverside Drive, and several grant applications for traffic enforcement, cannabis tax funds, and officer wellness. Also on consent is approval of sole-source vendors for Community Facilities District bond financing.
- Closed session negotiations for purchase of multiple properties on East Holt Boulevard and other streets
- Real property exchange with Diocese of San Bernardino involving surplus land declaration
- Development Impact Fee Credit Agreement with Ontario CC 2.0, LLC for facility construction near Hamner Avenue and Riverside Drive
- Application for $1,015,605 California Office of Traffic Safety STEP grant for FY 2023-24
- Application for $291,250 Cannabis Tax Fund grant from California Highway Patrol for FY 2023-24
City Council/Housing Authority/Ontario Public Financing Authority
The City Council is considering several items including a petition to create Community Facilities District No. 64 (Sunset Ranch). The agenda also includes a construction contract for the Ontario Police Department Locker and Gym Expansion project.
- Establishment of Community Facilities District No. 64 (Sunset Ranch) via KB Homes Coastal, Inc. petition
- $1,714,900 construction contract for Ontario Police Department Locker and Gym Expansion project with Pub Construction, Inc.
- $256,233 amendment for engineering services for the I-10 Freeway at Grove Avenue and Fourth Street Interchange project
- $155,000 extension for scrap tire recycling services with American Reclamation, Inc.
- Development Impact Fee Credit Agreement with KB Home Coastal, Inc. for various tract maps
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development projects: a three-townhome project at 213 North Fern Avenue (requiring a Planned Unit Development, tentative parcel map, and development plan) and a Dish Wireless telecommunications facility on an existing SCE tower near Deercreek Loop. Both projects are exempt from CEQA. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 24 meeting.
- Three-townhome project at 213 N. Fern Avenue (APN 1048-572-06) requiring PUD, tentative parcel map, and development plan; City Council action needed for the PUD.
- Dish Wireless non-stealth telecommunication facility on an SCE transmission tower near Deercreek Loop and Elsinore Way, on 14.84 acres (APN 1083-281-01).
- Both projects are categorically exempt from CEQA (Class 32 for infill and Class 3 for small structures).
- Consent calendar includes approval of January 24, 2023 meeting minutes.
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider approving the January 23 meeting minutes and the January activity/attendance report. Staff will present the January department update. Under old business, the commission will review contract class programming and the empowerment scholarship program. New business includes reminders of March special events, Tot Olympics, and Youth Co-Ed T-Ball.
- Approve January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approve January 2023 Activity & Attendance Report (138,690 total attendance)
- Review of Contract Class Programming and Empowerment Scholarship Program
- Upcoming March events at Anthony Munoz, Armstrong, De Anza, Dorothy A. Quesada, Westwind community centers, Ontario Senior Center, and Aquatics
- Youth Co-Ed T-Ball returning after 3-year pause, opening day March 25 at Celebration Park North
City Council/Housing Authority
The Ontario City Council will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a 118-room limited-service hotel at the southeast corner of Corona Avenue and G Street. The council will also vote on multiple contracts, including a $3.98 million amendment for design services on the City Hall Annex project and a $1.3 million contract for automated water meter reading infrastructure. An ordinance to increase the city manager's spending authority for public projects to $150,000 is up for adoption.
- Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for a 118-room hotel (southeast corner of Corona Ave and G St)
- Award contract to LEED Electric Inc. for Automated Water Meter Reading with AMI technology: $1,318,705
- Amendment No. 2 with HMC Architects for City Hall Annex design services: $3,978,123
- Ordinance to increase City Manager's spending authority for public projects to $150,000
- Resolution of intent to vacate Fern Avenue from Transit Street to Emporia Street
City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Ontario Redevelopment Agency
The Ontario City Council is meeting to consider consent calendar items including a $977,805 construction contract for alley pavement rehabilitation, an amended agreement with Lennar Homes for public facilities financing, and several grant spending plans. The agenda also includes closed-session discussions on the City Manager's performance and labor negotiations with the Ontario Police Officers Association.
- Closed session: City Manager performance evaluation and labor negotiations with police union
- $977,805 contract to Wheeler Paving for CDBG alley pavement rehabilitation project
- Amended and restated acquisition and funding agreement with Lennar Homes for CFD No. 55 (Parklane) public facilities
- $700,000 amendment for GIS consulting services with Geographic Information Services, Inc.
- Grant application to State Water Resources Control Board for Euclid Avenue Recycled Water Project
Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three development proposals. The largest is a 4,263,454-square-foot industrial complex of nine buildings on 197.74 acres east of Haven Avenue. Other proposals include a 336,761-square-foot industrial building at 316 S. Bon View Avenue and a Chick-fil-A restaurant with a 118-room hotel at Corona Avenue and G Street. The consent calendar includes approval of December meeting minutes.
- 4,263,454 sq ft industrial complex (9 buildings) east of Haven Ave (McDonald Property Group)
- 336,761 sq ft industrial building at 316 S. Bon View Ave (Prologis)
- Chick-fil-A restaurant (2,930 sq ft) and 118-room Everhome Suites hotel at SE corner Corona Ave & G St (Paladin Equity Capital)
- Mitigated Negative Declaration for Bon View Ave project
- Addendum to The Ontario Plan 2050 EIR for Haven Ave project
Recreation & Parks Commission
The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider approving minutes and activity reports from November and December 2022 on the consent calendar. Presentations include a one-year update on the Anthony Munoz Community Center, recaps of the 2022 Holiday Light Parade and 5K Reindeer Run, and the 2023 Youth Sports Program. The commission will also elect a chair and vice-chair for 2023.
- Approve minutes from Nov 23, 2022 meeting
- Approve activity & attendance reports for Nov and Dec 2022
- Anthony Munoz Community Center one-year update presentation
- 2023 Youth Sports Program presentation
- Election of 2023 chairperson and vice-chairperson
City Council/Housing Authority
This special meeting is primarily a closed session, during which the City Council and Housing Authority will discuss labor negotiations with multiple bargaining units and conduct a performance evaluation for the City Manager. No public decisions or votes on policy items are scheduled.
- Closed session labor negotiations with AFSCME Local 3061, Teamsters Local 1932, and other employee groups
- Closed session public employee performance evaluation for City Manager Scott Ochoa
City Council/Housing Authority
This special meeting of the Ontario City Council and Housing Authority is focused on closed session. The Council will conduct performance evaluations for the City Manager and City Attorney. It will also discuss labor negotiations with multiple bargaining units including AFSCME, Teamsters, firefighter and police unions. No public action items are scheduled for open session.
- Performance evaluation of City Manager Scott Ochoa under Brown Act exemption GC 54957
- Performance evaluation of City Attorney Ruben Duran under same exemption
- Labor negotiations with AFSCME Local 3061, Teamsters Local 1932, Association of Management Employees, Confidential Group, Part-time Employees, Department Heads, Executives, Ontario Professional Firefighters Association Local 1430, Ontario Fire Management Group, Ontario Police Officers Association, and Ontario Police Management Group
City Council/Housing Authority
The City Council will vote on consent calendar items including multiple large contracts: up to $11 million for fiber conduit and cable installation to expand the city's broadband network, a $1.6 million Microsoft 365 subscription, and a $216,706 traffic signal design. Other items include a storm drain project, police services at Ontario Mills mall, and property assessments. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on existing litigation.
- Construction contracts for on-call fiber conduit and cable installation for broadband expansion, total up to $11,000,000
- Three-year Microsoft 365 license agreement with SoftwareONE Inc. for $1,608,651
- Design services agreement for traffic signal system at San Antonio Avenue and State Street for $216,706
- Design services agreement for Sultana Avenue Storm Drain and Street Improvements Project for $812,605
- Third amendment to DDA with Ontario Mills Limited Partnership to continue police/public safety services through 2025, billing $78,750 per six-month period
City Council/Housing Authority - Cancelled
The regular meetings of the Ontario City Council and Ontario Housing Authority scheduled for January 3, 2023, have been cancelled due to lack of a quorum. The next regular meetings are scheduled for January 17, 2023.