HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016_07_05 - Regular MINUTES: of a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held in the Council
Chambers, Civic Center, 35 Cajon Street, on July 5, 2016 at 5:00 P.M.
PRESENT: Paul Foster, Mayor
Jon Harrison, Mayor Pro Tem
Pat Gilbreath, Councilmember
Paul Barich, Councilmember
John James, Councilmember
ABSENT: None
STAFF: Enrique Martinez, City Manager; Dan McHugh, City Attorney; Sam Irwin, City
Clerk; Robert Dawes, City Treasurer; Farah Jenner, Assistant Finance Director; Carl
Baker, Public Information Officer; Jeff Frazier, Fire Chief, Mark Garcia, Police
Chief, Danielle Garcia, Chief Innovation Officer; Chris Diggs, Municipal Utilities
and Engineering Director; Chris Boatman, Quality of Life Director; James Garland,
Internal Auditor; Oscar Orci, Development Services Director; Amy Martin, Human
Resources Director
Mayor Foster called the meeting to order and offered those present the opportunity to
provide public comment on any item on the agenda for the closed session.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None forthcoming
CLOSED SESSION:
The meeting recessed to a closed session to discuss the following:
1. Conference with legal counsel: Existing Litigation - Government Code
§54956.9(4)(1) - One Case
a. Farmers Insurance Exchange v. City of Redlands et al, San Bernardino
Superior Court Case No. CIVDS 1515814
2. Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated Litigation - Government Code
§54956.9(4)(2) and (e)(3) - One Case
a. Facts and circumstance - Consideration of a letter from the EPA threatening
City liability for costs associated with the clean-up of tanks located on APN
0171-022-13
3. Conference with real property negotiator—Government Code §54956.8
Property: APNs 0171-053-03, -04 & -06 and 0171-251-06, -07,
-08, -09 & -10
Agency negotiators: N. Enrique Martinez, Oscar Orci
Negotiating party: Travis King, Brixton Redlands LLC
Under negotiation: Terms of payment and price for the purchase of City
property
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The meeting reconvened at 6:00 P.M. with an invocation by Councilmember James
and the pledge of allegiance to the American flag.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
City Attorney McHugh announced that no reportable action was taken by the City
Council during the closed session.
PRESENTATIONS:
RUDY Pet Adoptions —Animal Control Officer Bill Miller introduced"Lacy", a two-
year old female Terrier/Poodle mix, who is available for adoption along with twenty-
six other dogs and seventy-two cats at the Redlands Animal Shelter. Officer Miller
announced that twenty-seven dogs and thirty-nine cats were adopted since the last
City Council meeting.
One More Hero - Due to the absence of Erik Reeves from the State of the City
meeting on June 24, 2016, Mayor Foster took the opportunity during this meeting to
recognize him as a 2016 Redlands Employee Hero.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Transparency - Steve Rogers described his frustration through incidents of his
attempts to gain information from staff.
Cost Effectiveness - Dennis Bell questioned the wisdom of utilizing tax payer money
to provide fee waivers, the General Plan update, and gateway landscape
beautification efforts.
Independence Day Celebration - Carolyn Hayes and Esther Ringer expressed
appreciation for the 4th of July Committee's events at Sylvan Park and the University
of Redlands Stadium. Ms. Ringer suggested the downtown business area should be
draped in American flags for the day.
Credibility - Having been criticized for credibility of some of his remarks at previous
City Council meetings, Greg Brittain cited sources for each statistic he presented for
consideration as to the costs of alternate forms of energy.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Minutes — On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council unanimously approved the minutes of the special meeting of
June 1, 2016 and the regular meeting of June 21, 2016.
Consulting Amendment - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved a no-cost amendment
to an agreement between the City of Redlands and Thomas Steele to provide
supplemental consulting work, to include advising on year-end procedures.
Resolutions No. 7649 and 7650 - CFD Tax Levy - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously
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approved Resolutions No. 7649 and 7650 levying special taxes within the City of
Redlands Community Facilities Districts (CFD) No. 2003-1 (Redlands Business
Center) and 2001-1 (Northwest Development Project).
Grant Agreement - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved an agreement
between the City of Redlands and the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control
concerning the distribution of a grant award totaling $24,491.00, an appropriation in
the same amount to the Police Department, and authorized the Chief of Police to sign
and execute any agreements concerning the distribution of the grant.
Water Source Conversion — As public comment, Bill Cunningham complimented
staff for their efforts to utilize nonpotable water sources. On motion of
Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council
unanimously approved authorization for the Municipal Utilities and Engineering staff
to complete engineering plans and specifications to convert the Crafton Hills College
irrigation systems to utilize nonpotable water.
Resolution No. 7651 - CFD Tax Levy - On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved
Resolution No. 7651 levying special taxes within the City of Redlands Community
Facilities District(CFD)No. 2004-1.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Passenger Rail Update — Tim Watkins of San Bernardino Associated Governments
provided an update of the Redlands Passenger Rail Project. He discussed outreach
efforts and the schedule for branding the Project. As public comment, Greg Brittain
restated his opposition to the Project. Ken Hunter expressed concerns as to the
source of funds to operate and maintain the trains after the system is built. Steve
Rogers suggested the project track should terminate at New York Street.
NEW BUSINESS:
Insurance Coverage Binder - Human Resources Director Amy Martin summarized
changes to the City of Redlands insurance coverage binder. As public comment,
Steve Rogers predicted an increase in the number of lawsuits against the City in the
future. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James,
the City Council unanimously approved the acknowledgement to bind coverage for
the City's Public Entity Excess Liability Insurance with Alliant Insurance Company
and Hallmark Specialty Insurance Company.
Resolution No. 7644 - Appropriations Limit — Farrah Jenner, of the Finance
Department, explained the factors considered in deriving the City's appropriations
limit. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James,
the City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 7644 establishing a
$111,300,300.00 appropriations limit for FY 2016-2017 pursuant to Article XIIIB of
the California Constitution.
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Resolutions No. 7654 and 7655 - Watering Restrictions — Cecilia Griego, of the
Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department, explained the proposed changes to
be made to the City of Redlands Water Conservation Plan. As public comment, Bill
Cunningham, Maggie Barrett and Andy Hoder expressed their dissatisfaction with the
proposed changes. On motions of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously agreed adoption of Resolution
Nos. 7654 and 7655 are exempt from environmental review in accordance with
Section 15061(b)(3) of the state guidelines implementing the California
Environmental Quality Act; approved the adoption of Resolution No. 7654
implementing modifications to the City's Water Conservation Plan and rescinding
Resolution Nos. 7506 and 7587; and approved the adoption of Resolution No. 7655
amending the City's water efficiency rebate program and rescinding Resolution No.
7523.
Ordinance No. 2836 - Undergrounding Utilities — Kjeld Lindsted, of the Municipal
Utilities and Engineering Department, presented a proposal to require
undergrounding of utilities. As public comment, Steve Rogers expressed his
confusion with the proposal. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by
Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved the introduction of
Ordinance No. 2836 amending Chapter 12.22 of the Redlands Municipal Code to
require the undergrounding of new utility work in areas where utilities have been
undergrounded as a condition of prior development.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance - Municipal Utilities and Engineering
Director Chris Diggs presented details of a wastewater treatment digester recoating
project. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council unanimously agreed approval of the contract and
construction of the Wastewater Treatment Plant, Digester 1 and 2 Recoating Project,
Project No. 73415, is categorically exempt from further environmental review in
accordance with Section 15301 of the guidelines implementing the California
Environmental Quality Act, and approved a contract, in the amount of $366,520.00,
between the City of Redlands and Blastco Inc, for the work.
Resolution No. 7653 -Reduced Adoption Fees - Police Chief Mark Garcia explained
a request to temporarily reduce fees associated with pet adoption. On motion of
Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council
approved Resolution No. 7653 approving the temporary reduction of animal adoption
fees in support of the Steinorth 100 Free Pet Adoption Event to be held on August 5-
7, 2016 at the Redlands Animal Shelter. Councilmember Barich recused himself
from discussion and voting on this motion due to his participation in the event.
Real Property Purchase - Development Services Director Oscar Orci presented details
of a proposal to purchase property for use as a City citrus grove. As public comment,
Andy Hoder and Dennis Bell questioned the cost effectiveness of the proposed
purchase. On motions of Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember
James, the City Council agreed the proposed purchase and sale agreement is exempt
from review under the California Environmental Quality Act, and approved the
agreement and Escrow Instructions for the acquisition of APN 0292-034-02, -05 and -
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08 from Robert W. Best, Trustee of the Robert W. Best Family Trust, dated August
22, 1994, and Robert R, Brenner, Trustee of the Robert R and Sue A. Brenner
Charitable Remainder Unitrust, dated December 29, 1993. Councilmember Barich
voted No on the motions.
Resolution No. 7652 - Paramedic Tax - Fire Chief Jeff Frazier summarized the
special tax for emergency paramedic services. On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously
approved Resolution No. 7652 establishing the rate for the voter-approved special tax
for emergency paramedic service for FY 2016-2017.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Resolution No. 7628 — Landscape Maintenance District Assessments - Mayor Foster
opened the public hearing and called upon Ross Wittman, of the Municipal Utilities
and Engineering Department, for details on a request to implement assessments for
Landscape Maintenance District No. 1. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved
Resolution No. 7628 approving the Engineer's Report for Landscape Maintenance
District No.l and implementing the assessments for FY 2016-2017.
Resolution No. 7632 — Street Lighting District Assessments - Mayor Foster opened
the public hearing and called upon Ross Wittman, of the Municipal Utilities and
Engineering Department, for details on a request to implement assessments for Street
Lighting Maintenance District No. 1. On motion of Councilmember Gilbreath,
seconded by Councilmember James, the City Council unanimously approved
Resolution No. 7632 approving the Engineer's Report for Street Lighting District No.
1 and implementing the assessments for FY 2016-2017.
COUNCIL,MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS AND ACTIVITIES:
All five members of the City Council attended the annual State of the City Luncheon
hosted by the Chamber of Commerce at the Orton Center of the University of
Redlands on June 24, 2016.
Mayor Pro Tem Harrison and Councilmember Gilbreath have been attending
Redlands Passenger Rail meetings with San Bernardino Associated Governments
Mayor Foster and Councilmembers Gilbreath, Barich and James attended the
festivities in celebration of Independence Day and dedicated the bandstand at Sylvan
Park to the memory of Curtiss Allen, Sr.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to address Mayor Foster adjourned the meeting at
7:37 P.M. The next regular meeting of the Redlands City Council is scheduled on
July 19, 2016.
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