Rialto public meetings in 2024
71 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Utilities Commission
The Rialto Utilities Commission will meet to receive and file monthly reports on water quality sampling and waste management operations. The agenda includes a presentation on the city's water sampling process and updates on previous discussions.
- Presentation on Rialto's water sampling process
- Monthly Activity Report for Waste Management Services
- Veolia's Monthly Operations Report for December 2024
- Approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes
- Utilities Director and Commissioner updates
City Council
The City Council will certify the November 5 general election results and swear in newly elected officials. They will also consider an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a tentative parcel map, conditional development permit, and precise plan for the Rialto Airport Specific Plan. Other business includes filling a council vacancy and directing staff on an ordinance for future vacancies. The consent calendar includes grant applications for firefighter assistance, HOME rehabilitation, ADA transition plan, homeland security grant, REAP grant, and purchase of camera systems.
- Appeal of Planning Commission decision on Rialto Airport Specific Plan (TAB1)
- Filling City Council vacancy (TAB2) and ordinance for future vacancies (TAB3)
- Homeland Security Grant Program award of $29,131
- REAP grant of $193,000 for regional early action planning
- Purchase of Axon camera systems for $193,008.04 over five years
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals. The first is a conditional development permit and precise plan for a 73,031-square-foot self-storage facility on a 3.08-acre portion of a parcel west of Larch Avenue north of Foothill Boulevard, with a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA. The second is a permit and precise plan to convert an existing coin-operated carwash into a 3,953-square-foot express carwash at 1230 North Ayala Drive, categorically exempt from CEQA. The commission will also vote to approve minutes from the October 16 and November 6, 2024 meetings.
- Conditional Development Permit No. 2023-0012 and Precise Plan of Design No. 2023-0020 for a 73,031 sq ft self-storage facility on Larch Avenue near Foothill Boulevard (APN 0128-571-26)
- Environmental Assessment Review No. 2023-0025 with a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the self-storage project
- Conditional Development Permit No. 2022-028 and Precise Plan of Design No. 2022-051 for conversion of a carwash to a 3,953 sq ft express carwash at 1230 North Ayala Drive (APN 0264-212-48)
- Approval of minutes from October 16, 2024 and November 6, 2024 Planning Commission meetings
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The Recreation and Parks Commission is meeting to review and provide feedback on the first draft of the Rialto Creative Connection Art Policy. The body will also recommend updated meeting dates for 2025.
- Review of Rialto Creative Connection Art Policy Draft 1
- Recommendation of 2025 meeting dates
- Approval of October 1, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding an appeal for a 225,173 square foot industrial warehouse and amendments to the Zoning Code for wireless telecommunications facilities. The body is also deciding on several construction contracts and budget amendments for city infrastructure projects.
- Public hearing on appeal for a 225,173 sq ft industrial warehouse at Locust Avenue and West Coast Boulevard
- Proposed Zoning Code Amendment No. 2024-0002 regarding wireless telecommunications facilities
- Construction contract for Birdsall Park Improvement Project with Horizons Construction Company International, Inc. for $1,777,824
- Construction contract for Fire Station 203 Dormitory Improvements with AEC Moreno Corporation for $415,868
- Budget appropriation of $922,900 for I-10/Riverside Avenue Interchange Phase II
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a drive-in coffee restaurant and a truck storage yard. The body will also consider whether the city's acquisition of two properties on North Riverside Avenue and South Willow Avenue aligns with the General Plan.
- Proposed 950-square-foot drive-in coffee restaurant on Riverside Avenue (PC-24-1801)
- Proposed truck and trailer storage yard at 264 West Jurupa Avenue (PC-24-1805)
- General Plan conformity for city acquisition of 308 North Riverside Avenue (PC-24-1797)
- General Plan conformity for city acquisition of 130 South Willow Avenue (PC-24-1798)
- Variance request to reduce setback from 50 feet to 10 feet for the Riverside Avenue coffee project
Economic Development Committee
The committee will receive an update on the West Coast Boulevard and Locust Avenue warehouse project, including location maps, site plans, and street termination details. A discussion of the SCAG REAP 2.0 grant funding opportunity will also be presented. No other presentations or public comments are scheduled.
- EDC-24-1783: Update on West Coast Blvd and Locust Ave Warehouse Project (maps, site plan, street termination)
- EDC-24-1793: Discussion of SCAG REAP 2.0 grant funding opportunity
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to subdivide vacant land into 20 single-family lots. The body will also provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Foothill Central Specific Plan Amendment.
- Tentative Tract Map No. 2023-0002: subdividing 2.6 acres south of Merrill Avenue at Althea Avenue into 20 single-family lots
- Foothill Central Specific Plan Amendment (SPA) No. 2022-004 recommendation to City Council
- Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Foothill Central project
Utilities Commission
The Utilities Commission will receive and file the October 2024 Waste Management Services activity report. Staff will discuss Section 5.1(p) of the Concession Agreement and may give direction to staff. The commission will also provide feedback on the Water Conservation Update and receive Veolia’s October operations report.
- File Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services (Oct 2024)
- Discuss Section 5.1(p) of the Concession Agreement
- Provide feedback on Water Conservation Update
- Receive and file Veolia’s Monthly Operations Report – October 2024 (reporting period Aug 2024)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three development requests. These include a church addition, a liquidation store, and a large industrial warehouse.
- CDP 2023-0025 & PPD 2023-0036: 3,382 sq ft church addition at 222 E. Easton Street
- CDP 2024-0013: Overstock liquidation store at 463 E. Foothill Boulevard
- CDP 2022-0036 & PPD 2022-0060: 118,000 sq ft industrial warehouse on Willow Avenue
- Review of August 21 and September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
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The Rialto Recreation and Parks Commission will discuss two action items: a recommendation to install a historic building sign at Bud Bender Park and a recommendation to accept the design for resurfacing the courts at Rialto City Park. The meeting also includes staff updates, presentations on the Fall/Winter Progress Magazine, end‑of‑year city events, and a GIS Cemetery Project update.
- Recommendation to install historic building sign at Bud Bender Park (Item 24-1755)
- Recommendation to accept design of Rialto City Park courts resurfacing project (Item 24-1756)
- Presentation of Rialto Fall/Winter Progress Magazine (Item 24-1757)
- Presentation of end‑of‑year city events (Item 24-1758)
- GIS Cemetery Project update presentation (Item 24-1760)
City Council
The council will hold a closed‑session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation. In the open session they will adopt routine consent‑calendar items and consider several actions, including a $2,828,922 master service agreement with CentralSquare Technologies for public‑safety software, a $226,026 construction contract for the Cedar Avenue and Merrill Avenue left‑turn project, and a $339,466.38 purchase of hybrid and Maverick vehicles. They will also set a public hearing for November 12 to review an environmental assessment and adopt various budget resolutions.
- $2,828,922 5‑year Master Service Agreement with CentralSquare Technologies for public safety software (TAB6)
- $226,026 construction contract to PTM General Engineering for Cedar Avenue and Merrill Avenue Left Turn Phasing Project (TAB3)
- $1,097,675 construction contract to CJ Concrete Construction for Merrill Avenue Safe Routes to School project (TAB4)
- $339,466.38 purchase of five Ford Escape Hybrid and five Ford Maverick XLT vehicles from Fairview Ford Sales (TAB5)
- Request to set a public hearing on Nov 12 for Environmental Assessment Review 2023‑017 and General Plan updates (E.1)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to establish a used car dealership and modify a property at 162 W Foothill Boulevard. The body will also determine whether to forward a focused General Plan Update to the City Council.
- Conditional Development Permit No. 2023-0015 for a used car dealership at 162 W Foothill Boulevard
- Precise Plan of Design No. 2024-0013 for paving, striping, and a trash enclosure at 162 W Foothill Boulevard
- General Plan Update (GPA) No. 2023-001 regarding Land Use, Safety, Circulation, and Environmental Justice Elements
Utilities Commission
The Rialto Utilities Commission will consider agenda items, approve the minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting, and receive and file the September 2024 Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services. It will also receive and file Veolia’s September 2024 Monthly Operations Report covering July 2024. Additional discussion will include a Utility Manager update, Commissioner reports, and future meeting items.
- Approval of minutes from the August 20, 2024 Utilities Commission meeting
- Receive and file UC-24-1730 Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services (September 2024)
- Receive and file UC-24-1715 Veolia’s Monthly Operations Reports – September 2024 (reporting period July 2024)
- Utility Manager Update (UC-24-1718)
- Commissioner Reports
City Council
The City Council will discuss several high-cost equipment purchases and infrastructure projects. The body is also holding public hearings regarding a new Community Facilities District and the 2023-2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.
- Purchase of a Bearcat G 3 Armored Rescue Vehicle for $435,440.46
- Purchase of a Radio Frequency Detector/Cell Site Simulator for $930,005.16
- Formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-1 (Renaissance)
- Construction contract for Fire Station 204 Generator Installation with MC Electric for $397,200
- Public hearing for an appeal regarding a 225,173 square foot industrial warehouse at Locust Avenue and West Coast Boulevard
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The Recreation and Parks Commission will meet to review staff updates and department projects. The body will discuss the status of the Community Center 400 Wing and the City Park Project.
- Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of Community Center 400 Wing update
- Discussion of City Park Project update
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will review minutes from the July 24 meeting and discuss several items. It will consider a zoning code amendment to add wireless telecommunications provisions and related batch processing guidelines. The committee will vote on a request to appropriate $1,500,000 from the Capital Projects Fund and delegate authority to the City Manager for contract change orders on the Various Streets Phase II project. A Pacific Electric Rail Museum Project is also on the agenda.
- Zoning Code Amendment (EDC24-1676) adding wireless telecom provisions to the municipal code
- Request (EDC-24-1655) to appropriate $1,500,000 from the Capital Projects Fund and delegate contract authority for Various Streets Phase II
- Pacific Electric Rail Museum Project (EDC-24-1664)
- General Plan Update presentation covering land use, safety, circulation, and environmental justice elements
Utilities Commission
The Utilities Commission will review monthly activity and operations reports for waste management services. The body is also asked to decide on the cancellation of regular meetings scheduled for October 15, November 19, and December 17, 2024.
- Proposed cancellation of regular meetings on October 15, November 19, and December 17, 2024
- Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services (August 2024)
- Veolia’s Monthly Operations Reports for the June 2024 reporting period
City Council
The City Council will consider several infrastructure and public safety contracts, including a police system upgrade and habitat center services. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan and HUD funding.
- Construction contract for Public Works Administration Building Restoration Project with Marcon Engineering, Inc. for $3,179,019.25
- Professional Services Agreement amendment with Dopudja and Wells Consulting for Rialto Habitat Nature Center totaling $844,460
- Service Agreement with National Public Safety Group, LLC for Police Department CAD/RMS System Upgrade for $240,000
- Allocation of $374,469.26 in HOME funds to the FY 24-25 budget with a $125,530.74 general fund match
- Public Improvement Agreements for 534 E. Foothill Boulevard and the northeast corner of Rialto Avenue and Lilac Avenue
Water Subcommittee
The Water Subcommittee will hold a regular meeting to discuss a Notice of Probable Violation from the Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety. The body will also hold an introductory meeting with Sevana Bioenergy, LLC and receive an update on the Rialto Habitat Nature Center.
- Notice of Probable Violation from the Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety (WS-24-1587)
- Introductory meeting with Sevana Bioenergy, LLC (WS-24-1597)
- Update on the Rialto Habitat Nature Center (WS-24-1594)
- Decision on canceling or rescheduling October 23 and November 27, 2024 meetings (WS-24-1586)
- Utility Manager Update including RWS-Veolia Monthly Operating Report (WS-24-1588)
City Council
The City Council and Rialto Utility Authority will discuss transferring $30 million from the General Fund to water and wastewater reserves and suspending the Utility User Tax for 2025. The body is also deciding on several construction contracts and employee compensation agreements.
- Proposed $30 million transfer to Water ($5M) and Wastewater ($25M) Reserve Funds
- Proposed suspension of Utility User Tax from Jan 1, 2025, to Dec 31, 2025
- Construction contract for KNC Construction Inc. for Rialto Library Atrium Conversion: $542,000
- Proposed Community Facilities District No. 2024-1 (Renaissance) with bonded indebtedness up to $25,000,000
- OmniTrans funding for senior and disabled transportation services: $497,671.82
CDBG Ad-Hoc Committee
The Rialto CDBG Ad-Hoc Committee meeting will present an overview of the CDBG-CV program and discuss its review and recommendations. The committee will consider direction for the CDBG-CV program and schedule a meeting to address the CAPER project. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- 24-1565 CDBG-CV Program Overview and Objectives
- 24-1566 CDBG-CV Program Review & Recommendations
- 24-1567 CDBG-CV Direction from AD-HOC
- 24-1568 Ad-Hoc Meeting for CAPER
Utilities Commission
The Rialto Utilities Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss a presentation on California Assembly Bill 1572 regarding nonfunctional turf and review monthly reports for waste management and utility operations.
- Presentation on California Assembly Bill 1572 regarding nonfunctional turf
- Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services
- Veolia’s Monthly Operations Reports for May 2024
- Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
- Utilities Manager Update
Water Subcommittee
The Water Subcommittee will hold a special meeting to confer with legal counsel. The closed session involves one matter regarding anticipated litigation and a potential contract dispute.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding potential contract dispute
Water Subcommittee
The Water Subcommittee will meet on June 26, 2024, at 150 S. Palm Ave. to review past minutes, discuss a utility manager update, and draft feedback on a probable safety violation notice due June 28. The agenda outlines routine operational reports and compliance reviews rather than new policy decisions or public hearings.
- Review of May 29, 2024 meeting minutes (WS-24-1522)
- Feedback on a probable violation notice to the Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety Underground Safety Board (WS-24-1519)
- Utility Manager update covering RWS-VEOLIA April 2024 operations (WS-24-1524)
- Presentation of Spring 2024 public campaign creative materials
Economic Development Committee
The committee will review presentations regarding the General Plan Update for Land Use, Safety, Circulation, and Environmental Justice. Discussion items also include updates on Carson Companies at 210 Pepper Commerce Center and a follow-up on the One Stop Shop.
- General Plan Update: Land Use, Safety, Circulation, and Environmental Justice Elements
- Carson Companies - 210 Pepper Commerce Center update discussion
- One Stop Shop follow-up discussion
- Presentation by ADC Rialto BFR, LLC c/o Matt Hamilton
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-25 proposed annual budget and adjustments for water and wastewater services. Additional items include a police department software renewal and various infrastructure and land use requests.
- Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Proposed Annual Budget
- Public hearing for proposed water and wastewater service adjustments
- $208,509.56 software support renewal for Rialto Police Department records and dispatch systems
- Extraterritorial Wastewater Service Agreement for properties at 10719 Linden Avenue and 10598 Orchard Street
- Subdivision of land at 1479 North Alice Avenue into three single family parcels
Utilities Commission
The Utilities Commission will review the 2023 Consumer Confidence Report for drinking water. The meeting also includes reviewing monthly waste management activity and Veolia operations reports, as well as delinquent wastewater payment charges on the 2024 property tax roll.
- Review of 2023 Consumer Confidence Report for Drinking Water
- Placement of charges on the 2024 County Property Tax Roll for delinquent wastewater payments
- Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services
- Veolia’s Monthly Operations Reports for April 2024
City Council
The City Council will hold a budget workshop followed by an open session to consider various municipal actions. Items include fiscal year budget planning, labor negotiations, and several public works contracts.
- Budget Workshop for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
- Purchase order for $711,900 for Social Work Action Group
- Budget appropriation of $976,612 for Police General Bargaining Unit
- Grant funding contract of $2,149,748 for Rialto Habitat Nature Center Project
- Contract award of $606,000 for City Parks, Facilities Landscaping, and Grounds Maintenance Services
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request to install electric fencing at a Federal Express facility. The commission will also consider recommendations for a zoning code amendment regarding wireless telecommunications facilities.
- Conditional Development Permit No. 2022-0058: Installation of approximately 14,137 linear feet of electric fencing at 330 Resource Drive
- Zoning Code Amendment No. 2024-0002: Amending Chapter 11.22.090 and adding Section 18.111.100 to the Rialto Municipal Code
- Resolution for 'Guidelines for Batch Broadband Permit Processing'
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The Recreation and Parks Commission will discuss upcoming July programming for Parks and Recreation Month. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Rialto Heritage Days and the development of a new sponsorship policy.
- Discussion: Parks and Recreation Month (July Programming)
- Discussion: Special Event - Rialto Heritage Days
- Discussion: Rialto Sponsorship Policy Development
Water Subcommittee
The subcommittee will consider authorizing negotiations for PFAS settlement funds related to the Baseline Feeder System. Members will also provide feedback on West Valley Water Rights and the 2023 Consumer Confidence Report for drinking water.
- Negotiations for PFAS settlement funds for the Baseline Feeder System
- Feedback on using West Valley Water Rights in Combined Remedy
- Review of the 2023 Consumer Confidence Report for Drinking Water
- Update on the Rialto Habitat Nature Center
- Utility Manager update regarding active territorial developments and monthly operation reports
Economic Development Committee
The committee will review a presentation regarding landscaping for the new Baseline Road median. Discussion items include anticipated construction costs for the One Stop Shop and a recap of the ICSC Las Vegas 2024 event.
- Landscaping elements for the newly constructed Baseline Road median
- One Stop Shop anticipated construction costs
- ICSC Las Vegas 2024 recap
- Carson Companies - Pepper 210 Commerce Center
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss several labor compensation agreements, a car wash development project, and various city service contracts. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding maintenance district assessments and delinquent refuse collection liens.
- Car wash development at Foothill Boulevard and Linden Avenue
- Labor compensation and benefit agreements for fire and police associations
- $550,000 contract for tree trimming and removal services
- $446,775.60 agreement for janitorial services
- $100,000 amendment for grant writing assistance with Soto Resources
Utilities Commission
The Utilities Commission will consider proposed municipal solid waste, recycling, and disposal rates effective July 1, 2024. The commission will also review a wastewater service agreement with Avila Collection, LLC for properties in Bloomington.
- Proposed Municipal Solid Waste, Recycling, Organics, and Disposal Rates for FY 2024/2025
- Extraterritorial Wastewater Service Agreement with Avila Collection, LLC (10719 Linden Avenue and 10598 Orchard Street)
- Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services
- Veolia’s Monthly Operations Reports for the March 2024 reporting period
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request for beer and wine sales and live entertainment at The Souldies Lounge. Other items include a specific plan amendment for a car wash project at Foothill Boulevard and Linden Avenue, and a large industrial warehouse development on Willow Avenue.
- The Souldies Lounge: Request for beer and wine sale findings and live entertainment permit at 108 South Riverside Avenue
- Foothill Boulevard Specific Plan: Request to change site from Residential-Mixed Use to Commercial Pedestrian
- Car wash development: Request for a 3,596 square foot car wash and drive-thru on 1.20 acres at Foothill Boulevard and Linden Avenue
- Industrial warehouse: Request for a 100,020 square foot building on approximately 4.76 acres on the east side of Willow Avenue
City Council
The Rialto City Council will consider several land use amendments, including a proposed car wash and new commercial buildings. The council will also review a construction contract for Building 400 improvements totaling over $1.3 million. Additionally, the agenda includes the appointment of an interim city manager and updates to the utility services budget.
- Appointment of Mike Milhiser as Interim City Manager
- $1,336,498.61 construction contract for Building 400 Improvements
- Proposed car wash development at Foothill Boulevard and Linden Avenue
- $325,750 professional services agreement with Dopudja & Wells Consulting, Inc.
- Franchise agreement for official police towing services
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The Recreation and Parks Commission will discuss upcoming July programming for Parks and Recreation Month. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Rialto Heritage Days and the development of a new sponsorship policy.
- Discussion: Parks and Recreation Month (July Programming)
- Discussion: Special Event - Rialto Heritage Days
- Discussion: Rialto Sponsorship Policy Development
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the expansion of an existing automobile sales and rental site at 585 West Valley Boulevard. The proposal includes adding 17,978 square feet of pavement, truck sales, and a vehicle car wash. There are no action items scheduled for this meeting.
- Expansion of automobile sales and rental site at 585 West Valley Boulevard
- Addition of 17,978 square feet of pavement and a vehicle car wash
- Review of Planning Commission minutes from February, March, and April 2024
Burrtec Waste Committee
The Burrtec Waste Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss 2024 waste rates and the completion or closure of a Corrective Action Plan. The committee will also review upcoming lien dates for the fourth quarter of 2024.
- 2024 Waste Rates
- Corrective Action Plan - Completion/Closure
- Upcoming 4th Quarter 2024 lien dates
- Public Hearing on May 28, 2024
City Council
The City Council will discuss several public hearings regarding property assessments, water rate adjustments, and land use amendments. Additionally, the council is scheduled to consider construction contracts for bike lanes and a community center project.
- Construction contract for Class II Bike Lanes on Merrill Avenue: $146,750
- Construction contract for Rialto Habitat Nature Center prefab building: $1,298,364
- Grant funds for the Rialto Habitat Nature Center Project: $1.05 million
- Public hearing regarding Water and Wastewater Utility Services Rate Adjustments
- General Plan Amendment for land at Randall Avenue and Lilac Avenue
Utilities Commission
The Utilities Commission will review the City of Rialto’s Drought Contingency Plan and a Water and Wastewater Rate Study. The commission will also consider recommending a $100,000 contract amendment for grant writing services. Monthly waste management and operations reports are also scheduled for review.
- Presentation of the City of Rialto’s Drought Contingency Plan
- Water and Wastewater Rate Study presentation
- $100,000 contract amendment with Soto Resources for grant writing assistance
- Monthly activity report for waste management services
- Veolia monthly operations reports
Burrtec Waste Committee
The Burrtec Waste Committee will discuss 2024 waste rates and the completion or closure of a corrective action plan. The committee will also review upcoming lien dates for the fourth quarter of 2024.
- 2024 waste rates
- Community Clean-Up Day on April 13, 2024
- Corrective Action Plan completion/closure
- Upcoming 4th Quarter 2024 lien dates
City Council
The City Council will review several major contracts including an $8 million street project and animal services agreement. The agenda also includes a proposed ordinance to consolidate city commissions from nine down to four.
- Construction contract with Calmex Engineering, Inc. for $8,064,168.70 for Various Streets Phase II
- Three-year animal services agreement with the City of San Bernardino totaling $1,643,601
- Professional services agreement with Alta Planning + Design, Inc. for $903,838 for Pacific Electric Trail Design Services
- Contract award to Tree of Life Nursery for $94,117 for Rialto Habitat Nature Center plant procurement
- Proposed Ordinance No. 1692 to reduce city commissions from nine to four
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding public hearings for several development projects. These include a discount store at Rialto Square, a 6-unit apartment complex on Third Street, and a large-scale industrial and retail project near the SR-210 freeway. The commission will also continue a hearing regarding an expansion of an automobile sales site on West Valley Boulevard.
- Discount store permit for 200 West Foothill Boulevard
- 6-unit apartment complex development on Third Street
- Industrial warehouse, restaurant, and fuel station project at Pepper Avenue and SR-210
- Expansion of automobile sales and rental site at 585 West Valley Boulevard
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The Recreation and Parks Commission will discuss updates to the commission's rules of procedure. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the 2024 Rialto Spring Eggstravaganza.
- Review of Commission Rules of Procedure (Item 24-1204)
- Discussion of 2024 Rialto Spring Eggstravaganza (Item 24-1205)
Water Subcommittee
The subcommittee will review a Drought Contingency Plan presentation and provide feedback on a Water and Wastewater Rate Model. Members will also discuss an extraterritorial wastewater agreement for properties in Bloomington and a grant writing service amendment.
- Presentation of the City of Rialto Drought Contingency Plan
- Water and Wastewater Rate Study model feedback
- Extraterritorial Wastewater Service Agreement with Avila Collection, LLC for 10719 Linden Avenue and 10598 Orchard Street
- $100,000 Professional Service Agreement Amendment No. 3 with Soto Resources for grant writing assistance
- Street segments for the Various Streets Phase II Project
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will review the final draft of the Foothill Central Specific Plan amendment. The meeting also includes a review and approval of minutes from the September 27, 2023, meeting.
- Foothill Central Specific Plan Amendment Review
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss several financial matters, including multi-million dollar transfers for water and wastewater utility funds. The agenda also includes a construction contract award for the Baseline Road Median Fence Improvement Project.
- $5.3 million transfer from General Fund Reserve to Water Utility Fund Trust Account
- $1.5 million transfer from Wastewater Reserve Fund to Wastewater Utility Fund Trust Account
- $427,760 construction contract for Baseline Road Median Fence Improvement Project
- $10,000 Growing Water Smart Technical Assistance grant
- $9,999.99 California Highway Patrol education grant for Eisenhower High School
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding a land use and zoning change. The request involves developing two multi-tenant commercial buildings on approximately 1.55 acres of land.
- General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for 1.55 acres at Randall Avenue and Lilac Avenue
- Development of one 8,840 square foot multi-tenant commercial building
- Development of one 9,966 square foot multi-tenant commercial building
- Review of Mitigated Negative Declaration (Environmental Assessment Review No. 2022-0020)
Utilities Commission
The Utilities Commission will receive a presentation regarding the City of Rialto’s Drought Contingency Plan. The commission will also receive the monthly operations report for Veolia’s waste management services covering January 2024.
- Presentation of the City of Rialto’s Drought Contingency Plan
- Veolia’s Monthly Operations Report for Waste Management Services (January 2024)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding tax-exempt bonds for the Citrus Grove Apartments housing project. The agenda also includes contracts for downtown parking lot improvements and environmental compliance services. Additionally, the council will consider adopting updated local hazard and emergency operations plans.
- Public hearing for $70,000,000 in tax-exempt bonds for Citrus Grove Apartments
- $794,073 contract for Downtown Parking Lot Improvements at Riverside Ave and W. Rialto Ave
- $355,655 contract change order for Fire Station 203 environmental investigation
- $164,650 contract with 120Water, Inc. for EPA Lead and Copper Rule compliance
- Adoption of updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and Emergency Operations Plan
CDBG Ad-Hoc Committee
The committee will hear presentations from CDBG program applicants. Members will also review and make recommendations for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 subrecipient applications and receive a CDBG-CV program update.
- CDBG Program Applicant Presentations
- FY 2024-2025 Subrecipient Application Review & Recommendations
- CDBG-CV Program Update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding the expansion of an existing automobile sales and rental site. The proposal includes adding 17,978 square feet of pavement, office space, and a car wash to the property. The commission will also review minutes from several previous meetings.
- Continued public hearing for automobile sales/rental expansion at 585 West Valley Blvd
- Request for 17,978 square feet of additional pavement and office space
- Review of meeting minutes from April 2023 through January 2024
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The Commission will conduct a regular meeting including staff updates and commissioner reports. The agenda includes discussion or action regarding commission rules of procedure and the 2024 Rialto Spring Eggstravaganza.
- Commission Rules of Procedure (24-1204)
- 2024 Rialto Spring Eggstravaganza (24-1205)
Water Subcommittee
The Rialto Water Subcommittee will review water infrastructure projects and regulatory compliance matters on February 28, 2024. Staff are requesting subcommittee feedback on a $164,650 contract with 120Water to meet federal lead and copper rule requirements, as well as a $10,000 technical assistance grant. The group will also discuss the city paving moratorium's impact on septic conversions and water meter repairs, along with appointments for groundwater recharge negotiations with San Bernardino County.
- $164,650 not-to-exceed contract with 120Water for Lead and Copper Rule Revisions compliance
- $10,000 Growing Water Smart Technical Assistance Grant review
- Feedback on City Paving Moratorium impact on septic sewer conversions and water meter lateral repairs
- Staff and elected appointments for Cactus Basins recharge agreement negotiations with San Bernardino County
- Presentation on the Water and Wastewater Facilities Upgrade Project by Triad Consulting & System Design Group
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will review updates for the South Rialto Mixed Use Development Project by Costanzo Investments. The meeting also includes a presentation on a site plan for American Towing Group and discussions regarding The Oasis at Glen Helen Parkway Project.
- Update on South Rialto Mixed Use Development Project
- Conceptual site plan for American Towing Group Recovery Center and Corporate Office
- Discussion of The Oasis at Glen Helen Parkway Project by 215 Table Top, LLC
- Review of anticipated construction costs for One Stop Shop
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding proposed adjustments to water and wastewater services and an amendment to the Foothill Central Specific Plan. The council will also consider placing liens on properties with delinquent refuse accounts and a contract change order for a school safety project.
- Proposed adjustments for water and wastewater services
- Amendment to the Foothill Central Specific Plan
- Placement of liens for delinquent refuse collection accounts
- $196,000 contract change order for Bemis Elementary School Safe Routes to School Project
- Public hearing for Citrus Grove Apartments tax-exempt bonds
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request to expand an existing automobile sales and rental site at 585 West Valley Boulevard. Additionally, the commission will review a proposal for a new 4,823 square foot restaurant with drive-thru service near Foothill Boulevard and Larch Avenue.
- Expansion of automobile sales/rental site at 585 West Valley Boulevard to include 17,978 square feet of additional pavement, truck sales, car wash, and office space
- Development of a 4,823 square foot restaurant with drive-thru service and a 658 square foot covered outdoor patio near Foothill Boulevard and Larch Avenue
- Planning Commission Training - 1st Qtr 2024
Utilities Commission
The Utilities Commission will review monthly activity reports for Rialto Waste Management Services and Veolia’s operations. The agenda also includes a presentation by Dave Giddens with Rain Bird and an update from the Utility Manager.
- Presentation by Dave Giddens with Rain Bird
- Monthly Activity Report for City of Rialto Waste Management Services
- Veolia’s Operations and Maintenance Monthly Reports
- Utility Manager Update
City Council
The Rialto City Council will review several budget amendments, including grants for homeland security and fire code updates. The council is also considering large-scale fund acceptances from the State Water Resources Control Board. Additionally, items include a contract change order for the Bemis Elementary School Safe Routes to School project.
- Ratification of $402,237.74 in water and $5,677,933.19 in wastewater funds from the State Water Board
- $196,000 contract change order for the Bemis Elementary School Safe Routes to School Project
- $174,950 professional service agreement with Kim Turner LLC for dispatch consultation
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 1691 regarding the 2022 California Fire Code
- Approval of $51,839 in Homeland Security Grant Program funds for equipment
Recreation and Parks Commission-old
The Recreation and Parks Commission is meeting to discuss several department programs and policy updates. This includes reviewing the Field and Allocation Policy and discussing the Rialto Bike Share Library. The agenda also features presentations on the Annual Black Bee Program and Operation Pump Track.
- Review and approve updates to the Field and Allocation Policy
- Presentation on the Annual Black Bee Program
- Discussion of the Rialto Bike Share Library
- Placement of the Canvus items
- Presentation on Operation Pump Track
Planning Commission
The Rialto Planning Commission is reviewing several public hearing requests regarding land use and business permits. These items include requests for liquor license expansions, a parcel subdivision, and a rezoning for new multi-tenant commercial buildings.
- Request to allow distilled spirits sales at 1325 W Foothill Boulevard
- Request to allow alcohol sales at 1133 West Casmalia Street
- Subdivision of a 2.17-acre parcel at North Linden Avenue and West Foothill Boulevard
- Expansion of an automobile sales and rental site at 585 West Valley Boulevard
- Rezoning for two multi-tenant commercial buildings at Randall Avenue and Lilac Avenue
Water Subcommittee
The subcommittee will provide feedback on several contract requests and water service agreements. Members will also receive updates regarding WIFIA loan agreements and state water program funding.
- $164,650 contract for 120Water to comply with EPA Lead and Copper Rule Revisions
- $5,480 contract amendment with FG Solutions for Water and Wastewater Rate Study
- Update on WIFIA Loan Agreement between City of Rialto/RUA Board and Rialto Water Services
- Update on $402,237.74 in water and $5,677,933.19 in wastewater funds from State Water Resources Control Board
- Notice of Intent regarding Cadiz Water Project delivery to disadvantaged communities
City Council
The City Council will consider the appointment of David Carmany as City Manager. The meeting includes several budget amendments for capital projects, street improvements, and emergency equipment purchases.
- Appointment of David Carmany as City Manager
- $8,064,168.70 construction contract for Various Streets Phase II with Calmex Engineering, Inc.
- $1,500,000 budget amendment from the Capital Projects Fund 300
- $935,198.05 purchase of five Type-2 ambulances from National Auto Fleet Group
- Public hearing for Foothill Central and Central Specific Plan Areas amendment
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a public hearing regarding the consolidation of five parcels into one 13.68-acre lot. The project involves the development of a 301,000 square foot industrial warehouse building.
- Public Hearing: Consolidation of five parcels and development of a 301,000 square foot industrial warehouse at Santa Ana Avenue and Lilac Avenue
- Review of Planning Commission minutes from May 10, May 31, and November 8, 2023
Utilities Commission
The commission will review waste management activity and Veolia's maintenance report. It will also consider recommending the release of bids for several Rialto Habitat Nature Center projects.
- Recommending bids for Rialto Habitat Nature Center building and landscaping projects
- Reviewing City of Rialto Waste Management Services monthly activity report
- Receiving Veolia’s Maintenance and Operations Report for November 2023
- Approval of December 19, 2023, meeting minutes
Burrtec Waste Committee
The committee will receive updates on the Corrective Action Plan and SB 1383 rollout. Discussion includes a new element for Community Clean-Up Day and upcoming lien dates for the third quarter of 2023.
- Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Update
- SB 1383 Roll Out Update
- Community Clean-Up Day program element
- Lien Dates: January 23, 2024 and February 27, 2024
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Foothill Central Specific Plan Amendment. This proposal merges the existing Foothill Boulevard and Rialto Central Area Specific Plans into one unified plan. The amendment aims to update development guidelines and increase allowable residential density in the area.
- Foothill Central Specific Plan Amendment (SPA No. 2022-004)
- 7.8% increase in allowable residential density
- 3.1% increase in allowable commercial density
- Environmental Assessment Review No. 2024-002
City Council
The Rialto City Council will consider a $319,715.29 agreement for a street safety action plan and salary adjustments for city officials. The agenda also includes the appointment of a new City Manager and property negotiations for parcels on Miro Way.
- Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for $319,715.29
- Ordinance 1690 to adjust salaries for the Mayor, Councilmembers, City Clerk, and City Treasurer
- Rejection of bids for Class II Bike Lanes on Merrill Avenue and Riverside Avenue
- Grant application for the Rialto Habitat Nature Wetland Project
- Real property negotiations for nine parcels located on Miro Way
Recreation and Parks Commission-old
The Recreation and Parks Commission will review presentations regarding the Annual Black Bee Program and Operation Pump Track. The meeting also includes an action item for the placement of Canvus items.
- Approval of October 3, 2023 minutes
- Presentation: Annual Black Bee Program
- Action Item: Placement of the Canvus items
- Presentation: Operation Pump Track