TO: LINDA REICH, CITY MANAGER
FROM: HYE JIN LEE, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
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Resolution Declaring the Existence of a Local Emergency in Anticipation of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 El Niño Event.
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RECOMMENDATION
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Adopt the proposed resolution declaring the existence of a local emergency within the limits of the City of Chino in anticipation of extreme weather, flooding, and potential infrastructure hazards associated with the predicted FY 2026–2027 El Niño phenomenon.
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FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of the resolution. If needed during a major emergency, the resolution would allow the City to expedite the hiring of contractors and vendors by bypassing lengthy procurement processes. Also, in case of a real active natural disaster, the declaration allows the City to recuperate costs associated with emergency responses when the Federal or State funds become available. Staff will establish cost tracking protocols in case of a natural disaster.
CITY OF CHINO MISSION / VISION / VALUES / STRATEGIC ISSUES
The recommendation detailed above further the City’s values and strategic issues that serve as key pillars on which identified priorities, goals, and action plans are built, by fostering:
? Responsible Long-Range Planning
? Exemplary Leadership
? Public Service Excellence through Internal and External Partnerships
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BACKGROUND
On September 21, 2026, The California Governor proclaimed a statewide emergency due to the developing El Niño event. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecast indicates a greater than 90% chance the 2026-2027 El Niño season will be “very strong,” and about a 75% chance it will be the strongest on record. The NOAA warns it could bring wetter, more intense winter storms, flooding, and other severe weather to California.
?Per the Chino Municipal Code Chapter 2.48 and California Government C...
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