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Ontario public meetings in 2024

62 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 23, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission - CANCELLED

Ontario Recreation & Parks Commission Meeting Cancelled

The Recreation and Parks Commission meeting scheduled for December 23, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed at this time. The next regular meeting will take place on January 27, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the City Council Chambers.

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Tue Dec 17, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to consider $15M grant for Holt Boulevard affordable housing development

The City Council will vote on a consent calendar including approval of a $15 million grant and development agreement for a multifamily housing project on Holt Boulevard east of Allyn Avenue. Other items include adoption of a military equipment use policy, an adaptive reuse building code ordinance, and award of construction contracts for a professional baseball stadium totaling $12.9 million. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss litigation and negotiations with IKEA for property on East Inland Empire Boulevard.

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Mon Dec 16, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Commission to consider Dutch Bros Coffee drive-through at 2951 S Euclid Ave

The Planning Commission/Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Development Plan and Conditional Use Permit for a 950-square-foot drive-through coffee shop (Dutch Bros. Coffee) at 2951 South Euclid Avenue. The project is proposed on 0.64 acres of undeveloped land within a commercial center and is exempt from CEQA as an infill development. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from the October 22, 2024 meeting.

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Tue Dec 10, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to elect officers for 2025, hear youth literacy report

The Library Board of Trustees will elect officers for 2025 and consider approval of November 2024 meeting minutes. Staff will present reports on the Rise youth literacy program and children's graphic novels. Future agenda items include updates to the Code of Conduct, Library of Things, and Expulsion Policy.

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Tue Dec 10, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

December 10 Library Board meeting cancelled

The regular meeting of the Ontario Library Board of Trustees scheduled for December 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

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Tue Dec 3, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to vote on $18M in bike and transit projects

The City Council will canvass the November 5 general election results and administer oaths of office to elected officials. They will consider consent items including two large construction contracts for active transportation projects totaling over $18 million, a development code amendment, and a police equipment purchase. Public hearings will address Mills Act preservation agreements for two historic properties and an amendment to the historic building code.

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Mon Nov 25, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Commission to receive youth sports update, approve October records

The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider approving the October 28 meeting minutes and the October activity/attendance report. They will also receive a presentation on the 2024/2025 Youth Sports Program and recaps of recent events like Trunk or Treat. Additionally, they will review December 2024 calendars for multiple community centers.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to consider $118.6M in Sports Complex utility and sewer contracts

The City Council will vote on consent calendar items including approval of minutes, bills, a special tax levy for Community Facilities District No. 72, purchase of fleet vehicles and playground equipment, design services agreements, and construction contracts for the Sports Complex offsite utilities and sewer improvements totaling over $118 million. A public hearing will consider an appeal of a Planning Commission decision on a development project.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to vote on updated Electronic Use Policy

The Library Board of Trustees will consider approving the October 8, 2024 minutes, hear reports on winter holiday events, volunteers at Ontario City Library, and the California Library Association Conference, and vote on a proposed update to the Electronic Use Policy.

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Tue Nov 5, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to consider forming Community Facilities District No. 72 with special taxes

The Ontario City Council will hold a public hearing to consider forming Community Facilities District No. 72 (Loma Creek Logistics Center Services) and introducing an ordinance to levy special taxes. Other business includes approving development agreements, awarding contracts for infrastructure projects, accepting law enforcement grants, and a first-quarter budget update.

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Mon Oct 28, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Ontario Sports Empire project presented to Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will vote to approve September meeting minutes and an activity/attendance report. Commissioners will hear presentations recapping the 2024 Foodie Fest and Graveyard Getdown events, and receive an update on the Ontario Sports Empire project. The meeting also includes recognition of outgoing Commissioner Rita Nelsen.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Commission to consider two historic property tax-reduction contracts

The Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on two Mills Act Contracts, which provide property tax reductions in exchange for historic preservation. Properties are a Victorian home at 314 West H Street and a Craftsman Bungalow at 208 East El Morado Court. The consent calendar includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

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Tue Oct 15, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority/Industrial Development Authority

Council to vote on $23M street widening and sewer contract, motel renovation for emergency housing

The Ontario City Council will consider several consent calendar items and action items, including a $23.4 million construction contract for widening Grove Avenue at Holt Boulevard and sewer improvements, a change order for emergency demolition of a property, and a contract to renovate a city-owned motel at 1522 W. Mission Blvd. into emergency and temporary housing. The agenda also includes a resolution to place special assessments on county tax rolls for code enforcement costs and agreements for design services and maintenance.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to hear presentations on Spanish services, outreach, and One Book

The Library Board of Trustees meets to approve routine consent calendar items (September 10 minutes and September 2024 consent calendar) and recognize a former board member. Staff will present reports on services to Spanish speakers, Lewis Family Branch outreach, and the One Book, One Ontario program. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

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Tue Oct 1, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority/Ontario Public Financing Authority

Council to consider emergency demolition of Jay Littleton Ballpark

The Ontario City Council meets to act on a consent calendar of routine items including contracts, easement vacations, and amendments. A closed session on anticipated litigation is scheduled. The most notable action is a $1.09M contract for emergency demolition of the ballpark at 1076 N. Grove Avenue.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Commission to vote on 333 homes in Esperanza Specific Plan

The Planning Commission will decide on two large residential projects on the consent calendar: 177 cluster homes and 156 townhomes northeast of Clifton/Chatham (333 units total) and 120 multi-family units at Eames/Twinkle. A public hearing will consider a McDonald's with drive-thru at Francis and Euclid, including a variance for a reduced landscape setback and a Certificate of Appropriateness. Another public hearing will consider amendments to the Development Code across multiple chapters. Minutes from the August 27 meeting were not available at the time of packet distribution.

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Mon Sep 23, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Commission to hear summer program recaps and approve August minutes

The Recreation & Parks Commission will receive presentations recapping the 2024 Movies in the Park series, Summer Concert Series, and summer aquatics statistics. The consent calendar includes approval of the August 26, 2024 minutes and the August 2024 activity and attendance report.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to vote on $4M design contract amendment for baseball stadium and parking

The City Council/Housing Authority will consider consent and regular items including a $4 million design contract amendment for the Ontario Professional Baseball Stadium and Parking Structure project, a $1.07 million change order for the City Hall Parking Structure, and a $1.74 million emergency demolition at 9155/9381 E. Riverside Drive. Also on the agenda are a ground ambulance services agreement with CONFIRE through 2029, and a resolution of intention to create Community Facilities District No. 72 for the Loma Creek Logistics Center with special taxes.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to discuss Special Events Code of Conduct

The Library Board of Trustees will consider a Special Events Code of Conduct as new business, receive staff reports on emergency preparedness and disaster recovery, and recognize a former board member. The agenda also includes approval of August meeting minutes and consent calendar.

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Tue Sep 3, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council considers Euclid Mixed Use Specific Plan and various city contracts

The City Council will discuss several land use items including a specific plan for business park and residential development. The meeting also includes votes on federal grant acceptances, professional service agreements, and special tax levies.

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Tue Aug 27, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Planning Commission to consider 270,337-sq-ft industrial building at 5355 East Airport Drive

The Ontario Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on four development projects. The largest is a 270,337-square-foot industrial building requiring an Environmental Impact Report certification. Other items include two smaller industrial buildings with setback variances and a 70-unit condominium project with 7 affordable units. The commission will also approve previous meeting minutes.

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Mon Aug 26, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Commission to review FY 2024-25 budget and summer program recaps

The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider approving minutes, activity report, and the 2024 Community Display Policy. Presentations will cover summer aquatics, tot camp, youth camp, and day camp programs. The main item is a Fiscal Year 2024-25 Departmental Budget Update including operating and capital improvement budgets. Senior Center updates and special event reminders are also scheduled.

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Tue Aug 20, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to consider stadium venue agreement with Rancho Baseball

The City Council will hold a closed session to negotiate real property at 700 North Haven Avenue, then consider a consent calendar including a Downtown West Planned Unit Development for 21.58 acres and several contract amendments. Public hearings are scheduled on an opioid settlement with Kroger Co. and a stadium venue agreement with Rancho Baseball, LLC for the Ontario Regional Sports Complex.

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Fri Aug 16, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority - Special Meeting

City Council study session on public safety and police consultation

The City Council will hold a study session featuring presentations from the Ontario Police Department and the Ontario Fire Department. The meeting also includes a closed session for consultation with the Ontario Police Chief regarding threats to public services or facilities.

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Tue Aug 6, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

City Council to vote on rezoning 186 acres, including affordable housing overlay changes

The City Council will consider a zone change for roughly 186 acres near Riverside Drive and Chino Avenue, converting land from a specific plan to open space recreation and convention center support commercial districts, and adjusting the affordable housing overlay. The meeting also includes closed-session negotiations on three Mission Boulevard properties and discussion of existing litigation. A consent calendar covers approval of prior meeting minutes and bills.

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Tue Jul 23, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Planning Commission to consider Euclid Mixed Use plan: 446 homes, 1.68M sq ft

The Commission will hold public hearings on a Development Agreement (PDA23-004) for a 60-acre parcel and on the Euclid Mixed Use Specific Plan (PSP22-001) covering 84 acres with up to 1.68M sq ft of business/retail and 446 homes. It will also consider certification of the Environmental Impact Report and approval of a tentative parcel map and development plan. All recommendations go to the City Council.

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Mon Jul 22, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Commission to hear Independence Day Parade recap, present awards

The Recreation & Parks Commission will approve consent items (June minutes and attendance report), receive a department report on recent programs, recognize the California All-Stars Cheer Squad, and review recaps of the All States Picnic and Fireworks Spectacular. New business includes an overview of the July 4 Independence Day Parade with award winners and reminders of upcoming special events.

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Tue Jul 16, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority/Ontario Public Financing Authority

Council to set annual special taxes for dozens of community facilities districts

The City Council will consider consent calendar items including approval of minutes and payroll, and adopt resolutions setting annual special taxes for over 30 Community Facilities Districts (CFDs) in Old Model Colony and Ontario Ranch for fiscal year 2024-25. A proclamation declaring July 2024 as Parks and Recreation Month is also scheduled.

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Tue Jul 9, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to approve June minutes and consent calendar

The Board will vote to approve the minutes from the June 11 meeting and the consent calendar for June 2024. They will also hear staff reports on a laptop kiosk, the Lunch at the Library grant, and the Lightspeed system. Future agenda items include the 2024-25 budget and an electronic use policy.

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Tue Jul 2, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to consider creating new community facilities district for Sundance Park

The City Council will vote on a consent calendar including multiple contracts and ordinances. Key items include a $4.96 million pavement rehabilitation contract, creation of a new Mello-Roos district (CFD No. 52) with special taxes and bonded debt, a $3 million amendment to the convention center expansion contract, and a special tax levy for an existing industrial services district. A closed session on anticipated litigation will precede the open meeting.

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Thu Jun 27, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission - CANCELLED

Recreation & Parks Commission meeting cancelled

The Recreation and Parks Commission's regular meeting scheduled for May 27, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on June 24, 2024, at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Planning Commission to consider General Plan and zone changes for Ontario Regional Sports Complex

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three major development proposals: a 62-unit apartment project at 1466 East Fifth Street, a 265-unit residential development with a Williamson Act contract cancellation south of Riverside Drive, and a comprehensive General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for the Ontario Regional Sports Complex, which includes certification of a Final Environmental Impact Report. The commission will also vote on approving minutes from the May 28 meeting.

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Mon Jun 24, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Commission to approve revised process for non-voting student representatives

The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider consent calendar items including approval of April minutes, activity reports, and a revised application process for non-voting student representatives. They will also hear presentations on the Homeless Outreach Team, youth sports partnerships, and Tiny Tots programs, and recommend that the City Council proclaim July 2024 as Parks and Recreation Month. The commission will appoint student representatives for 2024/25 and recognize Arbor Day volunteers.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

City Council to negotiate IKEA property terms in closed session

The City Council and Housing Authority will meet in closed session to discuss price and terms for multiple parcels on East Inland Empire Boulevard owned by IKEA Property, Inc. The regular meeting also includes consent calendar items such as annual assessment levies for parkway maintenance and street lighting districts, a resolution to call the November 5, 2024 general municipal election, and an amendment to monitoring and maintenance agreements for the Mill Creek Wetlands Facility.

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Mon Jun 17, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority - Special

Council to adopt FY 2024-25 budget and fee schedule updates

The Ontario City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-25 operating budget for the city and housing authority, approve updates to the citywide fee schedule, and authorize a municipal services agreement with the Ontario International Airport Authority. The council will also approve the Measure I five-year capital improvement expenditure plan and related policy documents. Public comment is limited to 30 minutes.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to vote on revised Community Display Policy

The Library Board of Trustees will consider approving revisions to the Community Display Policy under new business. The board will also vote on consent calendar items including May 14 meeting minutes and May 2024 financial reports. Staff will present updates on the Art of Healing exhibit and the Veterans Resource Center.

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Tue Jun 4, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to vote on police helicopter sale ($2.44M) and parking garage change order ($878K)

The City Council will decide on a $2.44 million police helicopter sale and a $878,788 change order for the City Hall parking structure. Other consent items include a $9.78 million contract for police cameras, a $11.6 million tree maintenance contract, and a contract award for the Fire Administration Building. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on existing litigation and real estate negotiations.

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Tue May 28, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Commission to consider development agreement and subdivision for 62.69-acre project at Eucalyptus and Haven

The Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on several items, including a development agreement and tentative tract map for a 62.69-acre residential subdivision at the southeast corner of Eucalyptus and Haven Avenues, a 270,337-square-foot industrial building at 5355 East Airport Drive, and a downtown planned unit development. The commission will also consider a code amendment, an appeal of a denied adult day care permit at 910 North Mountain Avenue, and an appeal of a zoning interpretation affecting several hotels.

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Tue May 21, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to hold public hearing on CFD No. 65 (Falloncrest) and bond issuance

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the formation of Community Facilities District No. 65 (Falloncrest) and consider an ordinance levying special taxes and a resolution to incur bonded indebtedness. The council will also consider a $5.97 million contract with SWA Group for design and construction documents for the Grand Park Project. Consent items include approval of a new CFD No. 71 (Neuhouse Phase 2) with bonded indebtedness, a summary vacation of a railroad easement, and various contract amendments for storm drain improvements and marketing services.

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Tue May 14, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to hear summer program updates and approve April minutes

The Ontario Library Board of Trustees will consider approving minutes from the April 9 meeting and the April consent calendar. Staff will present reports on the Summer of Fun program, Little Learners Big Futures and Early Learning, and Summer at the Library. No ordinances, contracts, or budget items are on the agenda.

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Tue May 7, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority/Industrial Development Authority

Council to consider creating Community Facilities District No. 68

The City Council will consider accepting a petition to create a new Community Facilities District (CFD No. 68) for the Rich Haven industrial area, which would allow levy of special taxes to fund services. The consent calendar includes contracts for hazardous materials collection ($2.27 million), citywide WiFi expansion ($450,000), fleet vehicle purchases ($565,728), and amendments to police management group compensation per CalPERS requirements. The council also will adopt a resolution approving the 2024 Emergency Operations Plan. A closed session is scheduled for real property negotiations on two downtown parcels.

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Tue Apr 23, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Planning Commission to consider 126,652 sq ft self-storage facility at Euclid and Riverside

The Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Development Plan and Conditional Use Permit for a 126,652 square foot commercial self-storage building on 2.73 acres at the northeast corner of Euclid Avenue and Riverside Drive. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA and was recommended for approval by the Development Advisory Board. The Commission will also accept nominations for the 24th Annual Model Colony Awards, and approve meeting minutes from February and March 2024.

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Mon Apr 22, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Commission to recommend May 18, 2024 as Kids to Parks Day to City Council

The Recreation & Parks Commission will receive presentations on the 2023 5K Reindeer Run revenue, the Grand Ontario Egg Hunt, and Spring Day Camp. It will also consider recommending a proclamation for Kids to Parks Day to the City Council and recognize a Guinness World Record holder. The next regular meeting on May 27 is cancelled.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

City Council to consider $37M in contracts for Ontario Sports Complex project

The City Council will vote on amendments to design and construction management contracts for the Ontario Sports Complex project, totaling over $37 million. The council will also consider establishing Community Facilities District No. 65 (Falloncrest) to levy special taxes and incur bonded debt, as well as other items including a final tract map, a lease with Fletcher Jones Mercedes Benz, and residential permit parking zones.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to hear updates on homeless outreach and workforce development

The Library Board will vote to approve the March 12, 2024 meeting minutes and the March 2024 consent calendar. Staff will present informational reports on the Homeless Outreach Team, Workforce Development at Ontario City Library, and Digital Collections from the Model Colony History Room. No new business or ordinances are on the agenda.

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Fri Apr 5, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

City Council to hear library presentation from state librarian

This is a special study session of the Ontario City Council and Housing Authority. The sole agenda item is a presentation from California State Librarian Greg Lucas regarding the Ontario City Library, with corresponding reports for review. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

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Tue Apr 2, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to consider planned unit developments for Downtown Lux Apartments and Watermarke Ontario

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider approving two planned unit development ordinances: one for a 1.22-acre parcel at 218 East D Street (Downtown Lux Apartments) and another for a 5.81-acre site at the northeast corner of Mountain Avenue (Watermarke Ontario). The council will also vote on a resolution authorizing a community facilities district agreement with DPIF3 CA 36 Ontario Ranch, LLC for APN 0218-211-31. Additionally, several contracts on the consent calendar include a $680,000 amendment for broadband services and a $451,465 purchase of hazardous materials training props.

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Tue Mar 26, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Public hearing on Grove Ave Specific Plan amendment for 4.2 acres to Business Park

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending City Council approval of an amendment to the Grove Avenue Specific Plan, changing the land use designation of 4.20 acres at 2042 S. Grove Avenue from Office/Commercial to Business Park. The amendment would allow construction of a 61,867-square-foot industrial building. The Commission will also consider approving the related Development Plan and an addendum to the environmental impact report. Consent calendar includes approval of February 27, 2024 meeting minutes.

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Mon Mar 25, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Commission to vote on revised student rep process and hear department updates

The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider consent items including approval of February minutes, activity report, and a revised application process for Student Representative positions, which requires City Council final approval. Presentations will highlight the Silver S.T.A.R.S. program, facility reservation recap for FY 2022-23, and an update on the upcoming State of the City event.

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Tue Mar 19, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Closed session on Campus Ave property; consent items include $253k HCI contract extension

The City Council will hold a closed session to negotiate price and terms for property at 13107 Campus Avenue with Costello Investments. During the regular meeting, the consent calendar includes resolutions to vacate a utility easement, submit a $32,835 transit claim, approve a final tract map, and accept annual progress reports. Several contract amendments are proposed: a $253,377 extension with HCI Environmental for police firearms range cleaning, a $109,300 amendment with Thirtieth Street Architects for the Downtown Mobility Hub design, and a $273,918 amendment with Holt Architects for the police media room. No public hearings are listed.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to receive OntarioNet overview and reading challenge updates

The board will vote on minutes and the February 2024 consent calendar, then receive staff presentations on the OntarioNet initiative, the 2024 State of the City regarding board roles, and library reading challenge programs. Future agenda items include updates to the Electronic Use Policy and Public Display Policy.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to vote on $17.8M in stadium and parking structure contracts

The City Council will consider approving amendments to design and construction management agreements for a proposed minor league baseball stadium and parking structure, totaling over $17.8 million. The consent calendar also includes a mid-year budget update, a $3 million land management software upgrade, and several professional service contract amendments. Closed session involves negotiations on multiple properties.

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Thu Feb 29, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Recreation & Parks Commission meeting with no specific agenda items

The agenda for the January 22, 2024 meeting of the Ontario Recreation & Parks Commission contains only standard procedural sections such as call to order, public comments, consent calendar, and commissioner reports. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the agenda text. The meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

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Tue Feb 27, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Commission to decide on 357-unit apartment project at Mountain and Fourth Street

The Ontario Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on two major developments: a 357-unit apartment complex with 3,800 sq ft of commercial space at Mountain Avenue and Fourth Street, and a 69-unit multifamily project at 218 East D Street. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes and a 191-unit development near Haven Avenue and Riverside Drive. The commission will make recommendations, with City Council action required for the planned unit development components.

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Mon Feb 26, 2024

Recreation & Parks Commission

Commission to vote on 2024-25 contract class instructor contracts

The Recreation & Parks Commission will consider approving the 2024-25 contract class programming and instructor contracts, along with guidelines. Other business includes electing 2024 officers, recognizing the So Cal Reign flag football team, and recapping the Snow Day event. The consent calendar includes approval of January 2024 minutes and an activity/attendance report.

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Tue Feb 20, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

City Council considers infrastructure, construction, and professional service contracts

The Ontario City Council is reviewing several items including pavement rehabilitation, park upgrades, and emergency demolition. The meeting also includes closed session discussions regarding real property negotiations.

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Fri Feb 16, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority - Cancelled

Ontario City Council/Housing Authority special meeting cancelled Feb 16

The special joint meeting of the Ontario City Council and Housing Authority scheduled for February 16, 2024, was cancelled due to lack of a quorum. The next regular meeting is set for February 20, 2024. The planned study session on the Community Improvement and Code Enforcement Program did not occur.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to hear updates on Lewis Family Branch and programs

The Library Board of Trustees will consider approving minutes from January 9 and a consent calendar for January 2024. Staff will present updates on the Lewis Family Branch, Zip Books and Interlibrary Loan services, and the Friends of Ontario City Library (FOCL) 2024 update. The board will also recognize former trustees and discuss future agenda items including electronic use and public display policies.

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Tue Feb 6, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council will approve a development agreement for a 47.16-acre Eucalyptus and Haven site.

The Ontario City Council will vote on a consent calendar containing contract amendments, a planned unit development approval, and a development agreement for a 47.16-acre residential site. These actions will fund a residential street overlay program, extend vehicle repair and security service contracts, and establish a post-employment benefits trust for city workers. The council will also review closed-session litigation updates before taking action.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024

Planning Commission/ Historic Preservation

Commission to vote on 357-unit apartment project at Mountain & Fourth

The Planning/Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals. The first is a tentative parcel map to subdivide 23 acres at Ontario Mills Parkway and Franklin Avenue into 9 parcels. The second is a planned unit development and development plan for 357 apartment units and 3,800 sq ft of commercial space at the northeast corner of Mountain Avenue and Fourth Street. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

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Tue Jan 16, 2024

City Council/Housing Authority

Council to vote on two development agreements, code amendment, and zone change

The City Council/Housing Authority will consider adopting ordinances for a fifth amendment to a development agreement for a 31.7-acre condominium subdivision and a new development agreement for a 534,373 sq ft industrial building. They will also vote on a development code amendment and a zone change removing the Euclid Avenue overlay south of Philadelphia Avenue. Consent items include an amended professional services agreement for assault victim exam services ($357,000) and a resolution for special assessments on tax rolls.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to elect officers for 2024

The Library Board of Trustees will consider approving the November 2023 meeting minutes and the December 2023 consent calendar. They will also hear staff reports on eBooks and eAudiobooks, marketing, and top trends for public libraries in 2024. Under new business, the board will elect officers for 2024.

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